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PUTTING THE M876 TRUCK IN MOTION - CONTINUED
4.
Backing (Reversing) the M876 Truck.
Backing is somewhat difficult as your vehicle is harder to control. The following instructions are provided to make driving
in reverse easier for you and that it be done safely.
a.
Backing (reversing) instructions (level ground):
(1) Never back long distances, unless absolutely necessary. It's much safer to cover the distance
going forward.
(2) Always use guides. Have your assistant help you.
(3) Remind the guides to remain clear of the vehicle path, but visible to you in the rearview mirrors.
(4) Always back slowly. Always be prepared to make a quick stop.
(5) Keep looking back until you have stopped. If you should shift your eyes to the front you will be
backing blindly, and you could miss your guide's stop signal.
(6) Never open either door while vehicle is moving.
(7) If no guides are available, get out of your vehicle and inspect the desired path of travel to make
sure you have a clear path.
(8) To turn when you are backing, turn steering wheel in same direction as you would going forward.
To back right, turn wheel to the right. To back left, turn wheel to the left.
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