Freeman 280 - Engine Speed Adjustment Switch; Ground Speed Switch

Rev 4/2018
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Engine Speed Adjustment Switch
The Engine Speed switch (see Figure 9) selects
between two pre-set engine speeds. This adjust-
ment will affect the unit’s ground speed and
operating speed of the Baler.
Depress the for slow engine speed (idling).
Depress the for high engine speed (working).
Throttle
High throttle
position
Low throttle
position
Figure 9. Engine Speed Switch
Ground Speed Switch
The Ground Speed Switch (see Figure 10) selects
a higher gear for transporting the baler, or
a lower gear for field operations (baling),
without affecting engine speed.
To shift between ROAD and FIELD gears:
1. Bring the machine to a complete stop and
return the hydrostatic drive control handle to
the neutral park position.
2. Move the Ground Speed Switch to the desired
setting.
CAUTION
Loss of Control.
Can result in impact that could cause injury
or equipment damage.
Bring machine to a complete stop before
shifting gears from FIELD to ROAD.
Note: Always shift to the slower field
gear before going down a steep slope.
Road
Field
Stop
to change
Figure 10. Ground Speed Switch