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STEINER
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CONTROLS
9. AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC LEVER
Controls flow of hydraulic oil to hydraulic device
connected to auxiliary hydraulic couplers. This
allows extension or retraction of a hydraulic cylinder,
or rotation of a hydraulic motor. There are four
positions; HOLD, RAISE, LOWER, and FLOAT.
Moving the lever forward from the hold positions
lowers the attachment, moving it farther forward
locks the lever into the detented FLOAT position that
allows a cylinder to float or follow terrain. To raise
an attachment move the lever to the RAISE position.
If a function performs the opposite direction of what
is intended, reverse the hoses connected to the
auxiliary ports.
10. HYDRAULIC FRONT LIFT LEVER
Controls the vertical position of the front attachment
hitch. There are four lever positions; HOLD, LOWER,
FLOAT, and RAISE. Moving the lever forward from
the hold positions lowers the attachment, moving
it farther forward locks the lever into the detented
FLOAT position. Mower decks should be run in this
position as it allows the deck to follow terrain. For
attachments where down pressure is desired, do not
move the lever into the FLOAT position. To raise an
attachment move the lever to the rear to the RAISE
position
.
11. STEERING WHEEL
Steers the machine. Turning the steering wheel
causes the frame to articulate in the middle to turn
the machine. Turning the wheel clockwise effects a
right hand turn, counterclockwise a left hand turn.
12. TRANSAXLE RANGE SELECTOR LEVER
Selects transaxle speed range.
For LO range: Move the lever to the upper position,
where it will rest on top of the stop.
For HI range: Move the lever to the lower position,
where it will be under the bottom of the stop.
See page 25 for HI-LO Range selection information.
13. FORWARD-REVERSE FOOT PEDAL
Controls infinitely variable forward and reverse
speeds.
NOTE
: To operate the foot pedal the parking brake
must be released. When operating the machine
alwys keep your foot in contact with the control pedal
to maintain proper control of the machine
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FORWARD: Place the ball of your foot on the
front pedal, and slowly press downward. The
farther the front pedal is pushed down, the faster
the machine will travel up to its maximum speed.
–
REVERSE: Place the heel of your foot on the
rear pedal, and slowly press downward with
your heel. The farther the rear pedal is pushed
down, the faster the machine will travel up to its
maximum speed.
NOTE: For best control on rough terrain:
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When traveling forward, place your heel on the
floor plate.
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When traveling in reverse, place the front of your
foot on the floor plate.
NOTE:
The reverse foot pedal is adjustable. Select
from three positions by removing foot pedal and
reinstalling using available holes for desired
position.
