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Instrument Panel VEN31 Cont.
1. Check engine light:
Illuminates when there is an issue with the engine. See engine owner’s manual for infor-
mation.
2. Parking brake light:
Illuminates when the parking brake is engaged. This is required for the vehicle to start.
3. Engine low oil pressure warning light:
Illuminates when the engine oil pressure is dangerously low. If illuminat-
ed, stop vehicle immediately and diagnose. Repair before operating again.
4. Ignition switch:
When the key is installed, it will toggle the engine on and off. To start the engine: turn complete-
ly clockwise, release once started. Turn key to middle position to shut off engine. (If the engine fails to start after
10 seconds, turn key off for 5 to 30 seconds and then try again).
5. Head lights switch:
Flipping the switch to “on” will activate the headlights and tail lights.
Never
operate the
Mudd-Ox at night without lights.
6. Winch switch:
Controls the direction of the winch motor. The “out” position will unreel the cable away from the
Mudd-Ox, while “in” will reel the cable towards the Mudd-Ox.
7. Heated throttle switch:
In colder climates, the throttle cable may become frozen or hard to move. Simply
flipping the switch to “on” will activate the throttle cable heating system. Keep on until throttle works properly,
then flip switch to “off.”
8. Bilge pump switch:
When in an emergency, if the Mudd-Ox has water in the lower body, quickly flip on the bilge
pump switch. This will immediately begin to pump water out of the vehicle.
Caution:
This is a feature to remove
small amounts of water. If the machine is completely filled, you must quickly exit quickly.
9. Auxiliary switch:
Additional switch to be used with Mudd-Ox accessories such as a powered dump bed or lights.
If no additional accessories have been installed, the switch will not operate anything.
10. Auxiliary switch:
Same as #9.
11. USB ports:
Under the weatherproof cover are (2) 12v USB ports. These may be used to power accessories such
as a cell phone.
12. Cigarette lighter port:
Under the weatherproof cover is a 12v cigarette lighter port. This may be used to power
accessories such as a cell phone.
13. Voltage meter:
This electronic unit displays vehicle voltage. A non-running engine will show approx. 12.7 Volts,
while a running engine should show approx. 13.8 Volts. If engine voltage is severely below 12.7, it may be nec-
essary to charge the battery and immediately diagnosis if the battery or charging system is faulty. If alternator
outputs significantly over 13.8 volts, diagnose charging system immediately to prevent over charging of battery.
14. Fuel gauge:
The fuel gauge monitors the amount of fuel left in the vehicle. When traveling to remote locations,
the vehicle should always be filled with additional fuel cans in case of emergency. Leave enough fuel to return
back to your starting location.
15. Transmission oil temp gauge:
The oil gauge monitors transmission oil temperature, and must not exceed 190
degrees Fahrenheit. If the temperature exceeds 190 degrees, immediately stop driving. Leave the Mudd-Ox on
to allow the transmission cooling system to operate.
16. Water temp gauge:
This monitors the temperature of the engine coolant, and must not exceed 230 degrees
Fahrenheit. If the temperature exceeds 230 degrees, immediately stop driving. Leave the Mudd-Ox on to allow
the engine cooling system to operate. If the temperature does not begin to decrease after approximately 30
seconds, immediately shut off and diagnose.