Hitachi P20SB Pre-Flight Checks

I just purchased the Clark modified Hitachi P20SB (not the Pro Model). I read the manual but are there any other pre operational checks I should consider performing before I fire it up for the first time?

Most definately- Check the foot adjustment make sure it’s level, also make sure the blade adjustment is correct, they’ve been putting out alot of uneven machines lately. My last one woud’nt zero out and came with the blades adjusted crooked- unfortunately I didn’t figure this out until after setting up for vacum, deeper cut ect. - S.A.