TOMCAR TM27EL, Owner'S Manual

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Driving Procedures
OPERATIONS
Parking the
TOMCAR®
Always apply the parking brake while parking.
1. Stop the vehicle on a level surface (if parking on an incline, see below).
2. Set ‘direction selection’ switch to Neutral (center position).
3. Turn off the vehicle and apply the parking brake.
4. Shift the transmission lever to Neutral position.
Parking on an Incline
If possible, avoid parking on an incline. If it is unavoidable, follow the procedure below:
1. Make sure parking brake is applied.
2. Block the rear wheels on the downhill side.
WARNING
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A rolling vehicle can cause property damage and serious injury. Always apply the parking brake after turning
off the vehicle. Always block he downhill side of the wheels if leaving the vehicle on a hill, or park the vehicle
in a side-hill position instead.
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Operating the vehicle while the hand brake is engaged is not energy efficient and could cause loss of control
and result in serious injury or death. Always disengage the parking brake before operating the vehicle.
NOTE :
The TOMCAR® transmission has no parking position as in a standard automatic transmission. Engaging the gear box
will not hold the vehicle. Be certain the parking brake is in good working condition. However, do not rely solely on the
parking brake. Place a rock or other obstacle under the wheels in case the hand brake is released accidentally.