Note:
Do not over tighten the tank strap hardware.
Operating the Machine
Starting the Engine
1.
Sit on the operator’s seat and keep your foot off the
traction pedal.
2.
Ensure that the parking brake is set, the traction pedal
is in the Neutral position, the throttle lever is in the
Slow position.
3.
Insert the key into the starter switch and rotate the key
to the On/Preheat position.
Note:
An automatic timer will control the preheat for
approximately 6 seconds.
4.
After preheating, turn the key to the Start position.
Note:
Crank the engine for no longer than 15 seconds.
Note:
If the engine requires additional preheating, turn
the key to the Off position, then to the On/Preheat
position. Repeat steps
through
as required.
5.
Release the key when the engine starts.
6.
Run the engine at idle speed or partial throttle until
the engine warms up.
Note:
Warm up the engine not only in cold
temperature seasons but also in warm temperature
seasons.
Driving the Machine
1.
Press the traction pedal forward to drive the machine
forward or press the pedal rearward to drive the
machine in reverse.
Important:
Ensure that you allow the sprayer
to come to a stop before switching between the
Forward and Reverse positions.
2.
To slowly stop the machine, release the traction pedal.
Note:
The traction pedal will return to the Neutral
position.
3.
To stop quickly, press the brake pedal.
Note:
The stopping distance of you machine may vary
depending on the sprayer-tank load and ground speed
of the machine.
Setting the Ground Speed Lock Switch
CAUTION
If you press the ground speed lock switch and do
not have your foot on the traction pedal, the traction
unit may suddenly stop and cause you to lose
control, possibly injuring you or bystanders.
Ensure that you have your foot on the traction pedal
when you disengage the ground speed lock switch.
1.
Drive forward and attain the desired ground speed;
refer to
Driving the Machine (page 30)
.
2.
Press the top of the ground speed lock switch.
Note:
The light on the switch illuminates.
3.
Take your foot off the traction pedal.
Note:
The sprayer will maintain the speed you set.
4.
To release the ground speed lock switch, either place
your foot on the traction pedal and press the bottom of
the switch or remove your foot from the traction pedal
and press the brake pedal.
Note:
The light on the switch turns off and the
traction control returns to the traction pedal.
Stopping the Engine
1.
Move the traction pedal to the Neutral position.
2.
Press the brake to stop the sprayer.
3.
Set the parking brake.
4.
Move the throttle lever to the slow engine speed
position.
5.
Allow the engine to cool down for 3 to 5 minutes.
6.
Rotate the starter key to the Off position.
7.
Remove the key from the switch to prevent someone
from accidentally starting the engine.
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