Operation
Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Controls
Motion Control Levers
The motion control levers located on each side of the console control the forward and reverse motion of the machine. The levers control the flow of hydraulic oil from the hydrostatic pump to the drive wheel motor for each side.
Moving the levers forward or backward turns the wheel on the same side forward or in reverse. Wheel speed is proportional to the amount the lever is moved.
Moving the levers outward from the center position into the
Choke Control
Located on the center of the console.
The choke is used to aid in starting a cold engine. Moving the choke lever forward will put the choke in the “ON” position and moving the choke lever to the rear will put the choke in the “OFF” position. Do Not run a warm engine with choke in the “ON” position.
Throttle Control
Located on the center of the console (to the left side of the choke).
The throttle is used to control engine speed. Moving the throttle lever forward will increase engine speed and moving the throttle lever to the rear will decrease engine speed.
Brake Lever
Located on left side of the console.
The brake lever engages a parking brake on the drive wheels.
Pull the lever up and rearward to engage the brake.
Push the lever forward and down to disengage the brake.
The unit must be tied down and brake engaged when transporting.
Ignition Switch
Located right of center on the console.
The ignition switch is used to start and stop the engine. The switch has three positions “OFF”, “ON” and “START”. Insert key into switch and rotate clockwise to the “ON” position. Rotate clockwise to the next position to engage the starter (key must be held against spring pressure in this position).
Note: Brake must be engaged, motion control levers out (neutral lock position) and PTO switch “OFF” to start engine. (It is not necessary for the operator to be in the seat to start the engine.)
Hour Meter
Located right of center on the console (below ignition switch).
The hour meter is connected to a pressure switch installed in the engine block and it records the number of hours that the engine has run. If the ignition switch is left on without engine running, hour meter will not run.
Note: This switch is not a low oil sensor and will not alert the operator if the engine oil is low.
Fuel Shut-Off Valve
The valve is located in the fuel line midway between the fuel tank and the engine behind the seat.
The fuel
Rotate the valve 1/4 turn clockwise to shut off fuel. Rotate the valve 1/4 turn counterclockwise to turn on fuel.
Drive Wheel Release Levers
Located at the rear of the mainframe.
Drive wheel release levers are used to release the hydrostatic drive system to allow the machine to be pushed without the engine running.
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