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Operating Instructions, Controls
Drive Controls
(Fig. 6)
The forward speed of the tractor is controlled by foot pedal
‘A’. Reversing is controlled by foot pedal ‘B’.
Moving Off / Reversing
(Figs. 6 & 7)
To move off, ensure your feet are off pedals ‘A’ and ‘B’ and
then release the parking brake by pushing the hand lever
‘C’ (Fig. 7) to the forward position. Now gently depress
pedal ‘A’ and you will move off. The further you depress
pedal ‘A’ the faster you will go. Its function is similar to that
of a car accelerator except that it controls the hydrostatic
transmission and does not affect the speed of the engine. To
reverse simply depress pedal ‘B’ and the tractor will begin to
reverse. As with the forward pedal, the speed of reversing is
increased as the pedal is pushed further.
Stopping
To stop the tractor simply release either pedal ‘A’ or ‘B’ and
the natural braking of the hydrostatic system will bring the
tractor to a standstill. For smooth braking release either
pedal gradually, for an emergency stop remove foot rapidly.
Parking
(Figs. 6 & 7)
Remove your foot from pedals ‘A’ or ‘B’ (as you would to
stop normally) and then simply pull the parking brake lever
‘C’ to the upright position - a ‘P’ will be indicated on the
dashboard display (Page 5 Fig.12). When you turn off the
engine, the natural braking of the hydrostatic system will add
to the effect of the brake. It’s like leaving your car in gear.
Neutral Valve
(Fig. 8)
The natural braking of hydrostatic transmission means that
it is not possible to easily push or freewheel the tractor. To
disengage, first make certain that the machine is on a flat
even surface. Release the parking brake by moving lever
‘C’ forward. Locate the Neutral Valve, situated on the back
plate near the towing bracket. Engage by pulling out the
lever. You will now be able to push the tractor at a speed
not exceeding 2 mph. Make sure you disengage the Neutral
Valve by pushing the lever back BEFORE starting your
tractor.
Differential Lock
(Fig. 9)
Your tractor is fitted with a differential lock for maximum
traction on slopes and slippery ground. The differential
lock should only be used in situations where one wheel
is slipping and the other is not. In a situation when one
wheel starts to slip and extra traction is required release the
forward pedal so the wheels stop going around, depress the
Differential Lock pedal (Fig. 9 pedal D), and then the forward
pedal slowly. The differential will lock both wheels to drive
at the same speed. As soon as the differential lock is not
required release the engage pedal ‘D’ and as soon as the
wheels are rotating at the same speed and not under load
(i.e. on a slope) the lock will automatically release.
IMPORTANT – DO NOT ATTEMPT TO STEER THE
TRACTOR WHEN THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK IS ENGAGED.
ALWAYS ENSURE THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK IS RELEASED
BEFORE MANOEUVRING IN A CLOSED AREA.
Lever C
Pedal A
Pedal B
Pedal D
Neutral Valve
fig. 6
fig. 7
fig. 8
fig. 9