Controls and Indicators
NOTE:
The key can be removed only when the key switch is in the OFF position.
FORWARD/REVERSE CONTROL
The Forward/Reverse handle (6) is located on the right side of the instrument panel
(Figure 5)
. The handle has three
distinct positions: FORWARD (A), NEUTRAL (B), and REVERSE (C). Push the handle up to operate the vehicle in the
forward direction, or pull the handle down to operate the vehicle in reverse. The engine can be started only when
the handle is in the NEUTRAL (middle) position. The engine must be at idle before shifting the Forward/Reverse
handle.
See preceding WARNINGS and CAUTION.
This vehicle operates at a reduced speed in reverse.
ACCELERATOR PEDAL
The accelerator pedal (1) is the pedal farthest to the right
(Figure 5)
.
With the engine running and the Forward/Reverse handle in the FORWARD or REVERSE position, vehicle speed
will increase as the accelerator pedal is pressed. When the accelerator pedal is released, it will return to the original
position and the engine will idle.
See preceding WARNINGS and CAUTION.
BRAKE PEDAL
The brake pedal (2) is located to the immediate left of the accelerator pedal
(Figure 5)
. To slow or stop the vehicle,
press the brake pedal.
PARK BRAKE HANDLE
The park brake handle (5) is located between the driver and passenger seats
(Figure 6)
. To engage the park brake,
first apply pressure to the brake pedal, then pull up on the park brake handle until handle latches into place. To
disengage, lift lever beneath handle, then push handle down. For adjustment of park brake,
see Performance
Inspection on page 20. See following WARNING.
WARNING
• The park brake has an over-center locking feature and should be firmly locked to prevent the vehicle
from rolling.
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