MERLO PANORAMIC - Pedals and Steering Systems

4 - COMMANDS AND INSTRUMENTS
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HYDRAULIC OR HYDROSTATIC SYSTEM PRESSURE GAUGE (12)
WARNING!! During normal operating conditions of the machine, the
instrument must be left disconnected.
In case of loss of pressure in the hydraulic system, please refer to the
instructions in the paragraph "HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL PRESSURE" in the
chapter "SECURITY PERIODICAL INSPECTIONS".
In case of anomalies in the hydrostatic transmission system, please refer
directly to the Merlo Service Centre for further information.
PEDALS (14-15-27)
ACCELERATOR PEDAL (14) operate the pedal to increase or decrease the
diesel engine rpm.
SERVICE BRAKE PEDAL (15) the disc brakes on both vehicle axles are
activated by means of this pedal. Service brakes are seldom used thanks to the
braking efficiency of the hydrostatic transmission. We suggest using the services
brakes from time to time to keep them efficient and to the avoid pads sticking.
INCHING PEDAL (27) depress the pedal to slow the vehicle down independently
of the diesel engine rpm and in any working condition, it can be used
continuously without causing damage or wear to the transmission. It is
particularly useful to approach a load or when using the machine as a loader.
When going down slopes, it is advisable to use the pedal (27), in order to reduce
vehicle speed without relying only on the braking system. The following should
also be kept in mind:
- Select suitable gear according to the slope and the transported load.
- In extreme conditions, it is advisable to put the load in front of the machine in order to ensure stability.
LEVER FOR THE ADJUSTMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL (17)
Turn the steering wheel locking lever (17) to position B. Pull the steering wheel to
the required position and lock by returning the locking lever to position A.
ATTENTION!
Never adjust the steering wheel angle whilst the machine is in motion.
HAND ACCELERATOR (86)
Lever (86) allows manual diesel engine rpm adjustment.
It is always possible to use the pedal to reach maximum revs; on releasing the
pedal, the engine returns to the preset rpm value.
WARNING!!
It is forbidden to use this command while driving on road.