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SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.5 PARKING MACHINE
The park brake has a ratcheting lock mechanism.
When setting the brake a clicking sound will be heard
as the mechanism engages and locks the brake. To
set and hold the machine properly, two or more clicks
may be required. Always park the machine on a flat
surface. Inspect brakes for proper operation before
each use. Refer to Maintenance section of this manual
for inspection and adjustment procedures.
WARNING
DO NOT park machine on slopes. DO NOT leave
machine with engine running. Stop machine. Stop
engine. Set park brake. Shift transmission to
Neutral and remove key before leaving the machine
for any reason.
A. Bring machine to a complete stop on a flat
surface.
B. Pull the park brake knob up to engage parking
brake.
C. Depress brake pedal firmly. (2 or more clicks.)
D. Stop engine.
E. Shift transmission to Neutral.
F. Remove key.
2.6 USING DIFFERENTIAL LOCK
The differential lock is only used when increased
traction is needed. Locking the differential causes both
rear wheels to turn equally, improving traction. The
differential lock should not be used at speeds in excess
of 10 mph. The differential will remain locked as long
as the control is in the “locked” position. Be sure to
“Unlock” the differential when increased traction is no
longer needed. Do not attempt to turn machine with the
differential locked. The machine and wheels must be
fully stopped before locking differential.
WARNING
DO NOT lock differential until machine and rear
wheel motion has stopped. DO NOT operate
machine at speeds in excess of 10 mph with the
differential locked. DO NOT turn machine with
differential locked. Unlock differential when
increased traction is not required.
A. Bring machine and wheels to a complete stop.
IMPORTANT! All motion must be stopped before
attempting to lock the differential.
B. Move the differential lock lever to the front of
the slot and latch in the “Locked” position.
C. Shift transmission to desired direction.
D. Move accelerator pedal slowly. The differential
will lock when the rear wheels turn at slightly
different speeds.
E. Drive the machine only in a straight line and at
a slow speed.
F. When increased traction is no longer needed
the differential must be unlocked. Move differential
lock lever to the “Unlocked” position.
G. Resume normal machine operation.
2.7 DRIVING THE MACHINE
IMPORTANT! OPERATOR MUST BE 16
YEARS OLD OR OLDER AND POSSESS A
VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE
2.7.1. Before operating machine, read understand
and follow all instructions and warnings in this manual
and on the machine, engine and attachments.
Careless, reckless operation can cause accidents
resulting in damage and injury. It is extremely
important that the operator of this machine understand
that it is not a toy. Engaging in horseplay, joy riding,
racing, jumping, hill climbing and similar activities
greatly increases the likelihood of accidents, which may
result in damage, serious injury or death. Operating
machine on slopes, carrying loads and towing require
extra caution.
2.7.2. The machine is equipped with a Continuously
Variable Torque drive train. No manual up shifting or
down shifting of gears is required. The transmission
automatically up-shifts and down-shifts to match
operating speed and load conditions. Depressing the
accelerator pedal increases engine speed and causes
the clutch to engage and the machine to move in the
direction selected with the transmission shift lever.
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