Sakai SV204 Series, Operating & Maintenance Instructions, Page: 38 / 100

2 OPERATION
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Brake pedal
In an emergency, push down on the pedal to the full extent, and the machine will come to a
sudden stop.
NOTE: When pressing the brake pedal, the brake is activated and the engine is stopped at
the same time. When starting the engine again, foot is separated from a pedal, set
the maintaining the engine in IDLE. Shift the Forward-reverse lever back to the neutral
position, activate the parking brake switch, and then start the engine.
CAUTION
• Do not use thepedal wherever practicable except for an emergency.
• Use the forward-reverse lever for normal braking.
2.1.5 Unloader valve
The unloader valve disengages the drive, playing a role like a clutch. Use this valve for towing
the machine when the engine is disabled or when troubles have developed in the hydraulic
drive.
Towing speed:
At of less than 0.5km/h (0.3mile/h).
Towing distances:
With in 100m (328ft).
For towing:
Turn the knob counter-clockwise (Unload).
For normal traveling:
Turn the knob clockwise (Onload).
WARNING
• On a slope, chock the wheels and use extreme care when handling the unloader
valve and towing the machine.
• Be sure to apply the parking brake when operating the unloader valve.
• Unloading the unload valve will disengage the engine, so never get in front of or
behind the machine.
NOTE: For normal travel, be sure to hold the unloader in the ONLOAD position.