Taylor-Dunn SS5-34, Operation, Troubleshooting Manual

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SECTION 2
Foot Brake Pedal
The foot brake pedal located to the left of the accelerator pedal and is for operation with the right foot
only. It works the same as the brake in an automobile. Applying pressure to the brake pedal slows the
vehicle according to the amount of pressure applied. Removing your foot from the pedal releases the
braking action.
Steering
The standard steering system is a loop tiller type. To turn right, turn the tiller to the left. To turn left,
turn the tiller to the right .
Optional steering wheel - The steering wheel and steering system are similar to an automobile. To turn
right, turn the steering wheel clockwise. To turn left, turn the steering wheel counter-clockwise.
Park Brake
The parking brake is part of the foot brake pedal. To set the parking brake, push down on the lower
half of the brake pedal until the pedal locks in the down position. To release the park brake, apply
pressure on the upper half of the brake pedal until the pedal disengages from the locked position.
Horn Button
The horn button is located on the left side of the floor board and is designed for left foot operation.
Depress the button to sound the horn, release it to turn it off.
Headlights and Accessories (Optional)
The headlight switch is located of the left side of the instrument panel. An accessory switch, if any, is
adjacent and to the right of it. On the MX-600 these switches are located on the instrument panel to
the right of the seat.
Hour Meter (optional)
The hour meter is located to the right of the battery status indicator. This tracks the number of hours
the vehicle has been in operation. On the MX-600, it is located on the kick panel just to the right of the
seat.
Battery Status Indicator
The battery status indicator is located to the right of the accessory switch. The normal operating
range is in the green zone. The vehicle needs charging if it is in the yellow zone to the left. If it is in the
red zone to the left, the vehicle should be taken out of service immediately to be charged. On the MX-
600 it is located on the kick panel just to the right of the seat.