Operator’s Compartment
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the vehicles exhaust outlet is
near an area that could be
effected by high temperatures.
8. Regenerative Braking
Disable Switch
This two position (ON, OFF)
toggle switch enables the
operator to deactivate
regenerative braking in the
hybrid propulsion system. The
Regenerative disable switch
should be used only during
slippery, hazardous road
conditions.
9. Gooseneck Microphone
This microphone allows for
flexible operation of the
vehicles’ public address
system. A switch on the
microphone allows the operator
to activate the Public Address
system.
10. Horn Button
Pressing the disk in the center
of the steering wheel activates
two electrical horns.
11. Front Instrument Panel
This panel, located in front of
the operator, contains gauges,
indicator lights, and controls for
operating and monitoring
various vehicle systems. See
“Front Instrument Panel” on
page 9.
12. Brake Pedal
This foot-operated treadle
valve, located on the
compartment floor to the
immediate right of the steering
wheel, applies the vehicle
service brakes.
13. Accelerator Pedal
This foot operated pedal,
remotely controls the engine
fuel governor control, which in
turn controls the speed of the
vehicle.
This pedal is located on the
compartment floor to the right
of the brake pedal.
14. Directional Signal Foot
Control Switches
These two foot switches,
located on the floor to the left of
the steering wheel, activate the
left and right turn signal lights.
Each switch must be pressed
and held for the duration of the
signal.
15. Driver's Seat
The driver’s seat is equipped
with comfort options to
accommodate most operators.
See “Driver’s Seat” on
page 29.
A "creep forward" mode is
present in all EPA10 hybrid
vehicles; as a result, the vehicle
will creep forward when the gear
range selector is in the D (drive)
position and the brake pedal is
released.
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