1.The foot pedal (Figure 15) solely controls blade speed. The position of the foot pedal determines the blade speed. Slow blade speed is obtained by slightly depressing the pedal. Maximum blade speed is obtained by fully depressing the pedal.

Figure 15. Blade Speed Control Foot Pedal

2.Push both the left and right joysticks forward (Figure 16).

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5.Practice maneuvering the Ride-on Power Trowel using the information listed in Table 3. Try to practice controlled motions as if you were finishing a slab of concrete. Practice edging and covering a large area

6.Try adjusting the pitch of the blades.This can be done with the ride-on trowel stopped or while the trowel is moving, whatever feels comfortable.Test the operation of optional equipment like retardant spray and lights if equipped.

7.Pull both the left and right joysticks backward (Figure 17) and repeat steps 3 through 6 while substituting the word reverse for forward.

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2. Right Joystick Control

3.Pull Back Reverse

Figure 17. Joystick Control Reverse Direction

1. Left Joystick Control

2. Right Joystick Control

3.Pull Back Forward

Figure 16. Joystick Control Forward Direction

3.With your right foot, slowly depress the right foot pedal halfway.Notice that the ride-on power trowel begins to move in a forward direction. Release both joystick controls to stop forward movement then remove your right foot from the foot pedal.

4.Practice holding the machine in one place as you increase blade speed. When about 75% of maximum blade speed has been reached, the blade will be moving at proper finishing speed. The machine may be difficult to keep in one place.Trying to keep the ride-on trowel stationary is a good practice for operation.

Trowel Speed Limiter Control

The speed limiter control located on the control panel (Figure

18)can be used to adjust the maximum trowel speed that can be obtained when the foot pedal is fully depressed. Pull up to reduce the maximum speed and push down to return to full speed. For fine adjustments, rotate the knob clockwise or counter-clockwise.

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Figure 18. Trowel Speed Limiter Control

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STX55Y6 specifications

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