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7 OPERATION
7.7
DRIVING __________________________________________________________
• Release brake - Make sure the Park Brake is released before attempting to go forward or reverse.
• Forward - Gently depress the top of the FWD/REV foot pedal to reach desired ground speed.
• Reverse - Gently depress the bottom of the FWD/REV foot pedal to reach desired ground speed.
• To stop - Gently return the FWD/REV foot pedal to the neutral position.
• To hold the vehicle stationary on a slope it may be necessary to apply a certain amount of forward / reverse.
(See 6.11)
7.8
MOWING _________________________________________________________
1. Ensure Speed limiter is in mow position. (Section 6.11)
2. Lower the required cutting units.
3. Engage the cutting mechanism by pressing the cutting PTO switch forward.
4. Release the Park Brake and begin driving forward.
NOTE: Always set the throttle to full engine revs for mowing. When the engine is labouring, reduce forward speed
by easing back on the FWD/REV foot pedal. A performance indicator lamp on the control pod will illuminate red
as the engine starts to labour.
7.9
TO STOP THE ENGINE ______________________________________________
1. Disengage drive to the cutting units with the cutter PTO switch.
2. Remove foot from the FWD/REV pedal.
3. Set the Park Brake.
4. Reduce Engine Speed to Low Idle.
5. Turn the ignition key to OFF.
7.10 UNBLOCKING CUTTER UNITS _______________________________________
CAUTION
Use complete foot to operate both forward and reverse.
Do not move pedal suddenly–always
operate slowly and smoothly. Do not move pedal violently
from forward to reverse or vice versa.
The foot should always be kept firmly on the pedal to
maintain full control of the drive pedal.
CAUTION
It is important to note: there will be remaining hydraulic pressure within the system that can cause the cutting
reels to rotate when the obstruction is removed. Therefore keep your hands, feet and clothing away from
cutting units at all times. Wear appropriate PPE.
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