Hydro Cat 5015B
Service Manual
WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM
The direction of travel is controlled by contactors mounted next to the speed control. Two switches, also
operated by the drive pedal, control the contactors. An electronic interlock is used to prevent “plugging”.
When the drive pedal is quickly moved from forward to reverse, the machine coasts almost to a complete stop
and then gently goes into reverse. The interlock works the same way if the pedal is moved from reverse to
forward.
The main contactor brings B+ voltage to the speed control and the forward/reverse contactors. A switch under
the operator’s seat controls the main contactor, so the machine will not move without pressure on the seat.
The drive motor is protected by a 200 amp fuse, located in the left electrical compartment (as viewed facing
the front of the machine). The contactor coils and the interlock are protected by a 15 amp circuit breaker,
located in the right electrical compartment (as viewed facing the front of the machine).
Drive Fuse
(200 Amp)
Speed Control
Reverse Contactor
Forward Contactor
Reverse
Switch
Forward
Switch
Squeegee
Lift Switch
Speed
Potentiometer
Main Contactor
Electronic Interlock
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GENERAL INFORMATION (continued...)
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