dB - Operator's Manual - John Deere

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HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
The pedal has to be released gradually as a sudden engagement may cause tipping
up and loss of control of the vehicle.
Gradually reach the desired operating speed using the accelerator and gear lever.
To change the gear speed the clutch must be used pushing the pedal down half
way.
➤ Hydrostatic drive models:
Put the accelerator control between the «SLOW» and «FAST» positions. Press the
brake pedal to disengage the parking brake and release the pedal.
Move the speed change lever in the «F» direction and go to the required speed by
using the lever and the accelerator.
The lever must be moved gradually as a sudden engagement of drive to the wheels
may cause tipping and loss of control of the machine.
5.2.3 Braking
➤ Mechanical drive models:
To brake, first reduce the speed on the accelerator to avoid overloading the brake
assembly and then push the pedal down fully.
➤ Hydrostatic drive models:
To brake, press the brake pedal which will simultaneously make the speed change
lever return to the «N» position.
5.2.4 Reverse
➤ Mechanical drive models:
The machine MUST be stopped before reverse can be engaged. Push down the
pedal until the machine stops and then insert reverse by moving the lever sideways
and putting it into position «R». Gradually release the pedal to engage the clutch
and then begin moving in reverse.
➤ Hydrostatic drive models:
The machine MUST be stopped before reverse can be engaged. When the machine
is stopped, start the reverse movement by putting the speed change lever in the «R»
direction.