AIRTUG
®
Assembly & Operating Instructions
MODEL: NFE-4
Airtug, LLC is not responsible for damage sustained
when proper clearance is not maintained by the operator
between the tug and the aircraft and its surroundings.
Tug Operation:
The combination of the rocker switch and thumb throttle operate the tug in forward
and reverse. The operator must select the direction of desired movement. Pressing the thumb
throttle slightly results in a creeper (very slow) tug speed and full pressure results in maximum tug
speed. In tight quarters in and around the hangar, the tug can be operated very slowly offering greater
safety when moving your aircraft. Always have a little momentum when approaching the hangar door
seal or weather edge when returning the aircraft to the hangar. Ramps should be used for any lips
greater than 1/4” as the lips act essentially like a wheel chock. When tugging the aircraft an extended
distance, it is easiest and safest to face forward with the tug & aircraft behind you while controlling the
tug speed with the thumb throttle. The thumb throttle is spring loaded to return to the neutral position.
Braking is effected by gradually releasing the thumb throttle, but not any faster than necessary. While
moving the aircraft on a downgrade, the tug will only move as fast as the operator allows.
Caution:
Braking too
abruptly from a higher speed can
seriously damage the differential ring
gear
. This is considered abuse and will not be covered by the transaxle warranty.
*The toggle switch at the top of the handle engages the
parking brake when it
ʼ
s in the “OFF” position. To move the
unit and power the speed control, flip the toggle to the “On”
position. Always leave toggle in “Off” position when not in
use.
SAVE THIS DOCUMENT AND ENSURE ALL OPERATORS READ IT PRIOR TO MOVING ANY AIRCRAFT
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