Regional Haul Model Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company
Regional Haul Model Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company
Regional Haul Model Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company
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DESCENDING A GRADE<br />
ure or damage to the clutch and transmission and<br />
overloads the brake system.<br />
Coasting with the transmission in neutral also prevents<br />
proper transmission component lubrication. During coasting<br />
the transmission is driven by the rear wheels, and the<br />
countershaft gear (which lubricates the transmission components<br />
by oil splash) will only be turning at idle speed.<br />
Descending a Grade<br />
WARNING! Do not hold the brake pedal down<br />
too long or too often while going down a steep<br />
or long grade. This could cause the brakes to<br />
overheat and reduce their effectiveness. As a<br />
result, the vehicle will not slow down at the<br />
usual rate. To reduce the risk of an accident<br />
which could cause death or personal injury,<br />
before going down a steep or long grade, reduce<br />
speed and shift the transmission into a lower<br />
gear to help control your vehicle speed. Failure<br />
to follow procedures for proper downhill operation<br />
could result in loss of vehicle control.<br />
STARTING AND OPERATING THE VEHICLE<br />
Engine Overspeed<br />
CAUTION: To avoid engine damage, do not let<br />
the engine rpm go beyond the maximum governed<br />
rpm—valve damage could result if overspeed<br />
conditions occur.<br />
NOTE: Often these recommendations are secondary<br />
to maintaining an adequate and safe<br />
speed relative to the surrounding traffic and road<br />
conditions.<br />
Operate the engine within the optimum engine rpm range<br />
and do not allow the rpm's to exceed the maximum governed<br />
speed. See your Engine Operation and Maintenance<br />
manual for information regarding engine rpm.<br />
When the engine is used as a brake to control vehicle<br />
speed (e.g., while driving down a grade), do not allow the<br />
engine rpm to exceed maximum governed speed.<br />
Under normal load and road conditions operate the<br />
engine in the lower end of the range.<br />
Use of Tachometer<br />
The tachometer is an instrument that aids in obtaining the<br />
best performance of the engine and manual transmission,<br />
serving as a guide for shifting gears.<br />
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