Alamo Industrial Traxx RF, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
TRAXX RF 04/14 Operation Section 4-20
© 2014 Alamo Group Inc.
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9. Driving and Maneuvering the Machine
Operation of the machine must only be performed by a responsible person who has read
the manual and is familiar with the machine controls and all aspects relating to its safe use.
It is advisable that all new operators practice using the machine, without the cutting head
running, in a safe open area in order to familiarise themselves with the controls and
movements of the machine.
9.1 Forwards & Backwards Travel (Default Mode)
Operation of the machine’s forward and backwards movements are controlled by using the left-hand joystick
(A) on the remote controls; push the lever forward to move the machine forward, pull the lever backwards to
move the machine backwards. The joystick operates proportionally, therefore; the further the lever is moved
the faster the machine travels. The maximum speed available will be determined by gear and potentiometer
settings, switch ‘H’ and dial switch ‘D’.
9.2 Forwards & Backwards Travel (Direction Swap Mode)
Direction Swap Mode is selected by activation of switch ‘G’; this swaps the machines direction of travel on
operation of joystick ‘A’. The primary function of this feature is for ease of operation when the machine’s
particular work tool is ‘rear mounted’ type and requires the machine to be operated in reverse.