INSTRUCTION BOOK 9
right and forward, second speed position. Allow the clutch pedal
to gradually return to its normal position, and increase the
speed of the car until it is running 12 to 15 miles per hour.
High Speed: Disengage the clutch as before, at the same
time release the pressure on the accelerator and pull the gear
shift lever straight back from second speed. Then engage the
clutch and increase the speed of the engine as driving conditions
may require.
Shifting Back Into Low Speed
When shifting from high to second speed, at car speeds
not exceeding 15 miles per hour, there should be no hesitation
-in neutral; after disengaging the clutch the lever should be
moved as quickly as possible, from high to second speed.
Should it be necessary to shift from high to second at higher
car speeds, it can be done by the following method:
Disengage the clutch and shift into neutral. Reengage the
clutch and at the same time accelerate the engine; then dis-
engage the clutch again and shift to second, after which re-
engage the clutch. With a little experience, this shirt can be
made quietly.
Descend1'ng a Hill
When descending long grades, have the transmission in gear,
the clutch engaged and the ignition switch on. This allows the
engine to turn over against compression and act as a brake.
On steep grades the car should be in second speed gear before
descent is started. On exceptionally steep grades the low speed
should be used. This increases the braking action of the engine.
Always leave the ignition switch on when descending an
incline. Shutting off the switch allows raw gas to be drawn into
the cylinders which washes the lubrication off the cylinder
walls. Also unexploded gas collects in the muffler and when the
switch is again turned on there is a possibility of blowing out
the muffler.
To Stop the Car
Disengage the clutch by pushing forward on the left pedal
and apply the foot brake by pressing forward on the right pedal.
Except when a quick stop is necessary, it is advisable to apply
the brake gradually. When driving on wet or slippery pavement,
the speed of the car should be reduced by applying the foot
brake before releasing the clutch. This method of braking pro-
longs the life of the brake lining, and is a safety factor.
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