OPERATION
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NOTICE: When the direction selector is moved to the reverse position, a warning alarm will activate to indi-
cate that the vehicle is ready to run in reverse.
5. If vehicle is equipped with hydraulic brakes then the hand operated parking brake will need to be released, slowly
press the accelerator pedal to start the engine.
6. When the accelerator pedal is released, the ignition circuit is de-energized and the engine stops. To stop the
vehicle more quickly, press the brake pedal.
7. Engage the parking brake and remove the key from the switch before exiting the vehicle.
Choke Operation / Cold-Starting
Your vehicle is equipped with a choke valve to aid engine startup in cold weather.
1. Press the accelerator 1 inch (2.5 cm) or until the starter begins to operate.
2. Pull the choke out if the engine hesitates to start.
3. Press the accelerator pedal slowly and push the choke in completely when the engine is running smoothly.
Starting on a Hill
Unintentional roll-back of the vehicle could cause severe personal injury or vehicle dam-
age. To reduce the possibility of vehicle roll-back, keep the brake fully pressed until the
engine has started.
Remove the ignition key when exiting the vehicle to prevent accidental starting or unau-
thorized use.
To decrease the risk of permanent damage to the drive train, do not allow roll-back when
you start the vehicle on a hill. Do not use the accelerator and engine to hold the vehicle
at a stop on a hill.
1. Press the brake pedal with your left foot when releasing the parking brake. Keep pressure on the pedal to pre-
vent the vehicle from rolling back.
2. Press the accelerator pedal with your right foot as you release the brake pedal.
3. Press the accelerator pedal with gradual and steady pressure until the vehicle reaches the desired speed.
ACCELERATING
Accidental movement of the accelerator pedal can cause the vehicle to suddenly move
and cause severe injury or death.
Make sure the key is in the OFF position and the parking brake is engaged any time the
vehicle is parked.
Apply slow and steady pressure to the accelerator pedal to start the engine and accelerate the vehicle. When you
release the accelerator pedal, the engine will stop running.
NOTICE: On mechanical brake vehicles, if the key switch is in the ON position and the parking brake is
engaged, the brake releases when the accelerator pedal is pressed and can cause the vehicle to
move suddenly. This is a feature to make sure the vehicle is not driven with the parking brake
engaged. Pressing the accelerator pedal is not the recommended method to release the parking
brake.
BRAKING
When carrying cargo or towing a trailer, the weight of the load will increase the braking
distance required to slow or stop the vehicle. Not allowing for increased braking dis-
tance under load can cause an accident or injury.
1. Release the accelerator pedal completely.
NOTICE: On mechanical brake vehicles, pressing the top section of the brake pedal engages the parking
brake.
2. Press the brake pedal to slow vehicle speed or stop the vehicle completely.
3. Practice slowing and stopping using the brake to become familiar with the controls.
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