OPERATION
Begin with either side and put the motion control lever into the neutral position. Adjust the motion control linkage by rotating the double nuts in the proper direction until the wheel stops rotating.
FIG - 7 Move the motion control lever forward then into the neutral position and place it into the neutral slot. The wheel must be stopped com- pletely at this point. Now do the same in reverse and release the lever. The lever should return to neutral on its own. If not see reverse spring detent adjustment.
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Control | Turn Here | |
Lever | ||
To Adjust | ||
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Loosen Here | Loosen Here | |
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Run engine full throttle to make sure wheels do not rotate. Readjust if any rotation occurs.
Repeat the whole process for the opposite side and tighten the nuts against the ball joints.
Turn machine off.
Reinstall the seat rod and check the wiring harness to the seat safety switch for a good connection and return the seat to the normal position.
Operating instructions
Starting and operation
Operator must be sitting in the seat. Engage the park brake, blades disengaged and the motion control levers in the neutral slots.
Set choke (if needed) turn key and release as soon as engine starts. Adjust throttle to half and shut choke off.
Release parking brake.
Close motion control levers.
Engage blades and set RPM to maximum. CAUTION: Be sure all persons are clear of the area before engaging blades.
Controls
Be familiar with all controls their function and how to operate them before starting the ma- chine.
Motion control levers on each side of the con- sole control the direction of movement. See page 13. The left lever controls the flow of oil from the left hydro pump to the left wheel motor. The right lever controls the flow of oil from the right hydro pump to the right wheel motor.
NOTE: To begin motion the operator must be in the seat and the parking brake disengaged before the motion control levers can be moved from the neutral slots or the engine will kill. FIG - 8
Motion Control Lever Pattern
(Right Side)
FIG - 8
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