Parking Brake Pedal; Operation; Control Arm Adjustment - Ransomes G-Plex II Safety And Operation Manual

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PARKING BRAKE PEDAL

The Parking Brake can be engaged by depressing
the brake pedal until the unit is at a complete stop.
Once the unit is stoped, push the parking brake
latch foward to hold the brake pedal. Disengage the
parking brake by depressing and releasing the brake
pedal.
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Figure 20
1. Brake Pedal
2. Park Brake Latch

CONTROL ARM ADJUSTMENT

Support the control arm to avoid a sudden drop
while adjusting its height. Loosen the Locking
Lever to allow the steering wheel and control arm to
be adjusted up or down. Tighten the locking lever
when steering wheel is at the desired position.
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Figure 21
1. Control Arm Height Locking Lever
• DO NOT attempt to adjust the control arm
position while the unit is moving. Operator
may loose control, causing possible injury
to themselves or bystanders.
HYDRAULIC PUMP BYPASS VALVE
The Bypass Valve allows the unit to be pushed or
towed. Turn the handle on the bottom of the pump
counterclockwise (as viewed from the bottom of the
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pump) to open the valve. After moving the unit,
close the valve by turning the handle clockwise.
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Figure 22
1. Bypass Valve Handle
NOTICE
• The bypass valve must be tightly closed
for normal operation or a significant loss of
speed will occur and may cause serious
damage to the hydrostatic pump.

OPERATION

Read and familiarize yourself with the following
warnings before operating the unit.
•
This is heavy equipment. Improper use, or
operating the unit in areas that may cause
it to overturn, could cause serious injury or
death of you the operator or bystanders.
•
READ and understand the operator's
manual before attempting to operate this
unit.
•
Allow ONLY trained and authorized
persons to operate this unit. NEVER allow
children to operate this unit. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
•
Never operate the unit while people,
especially children, or pets are nearby.
•
Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or property.
• BEFORE using the unit, always inspect it
for problems. If something is wrong, DO
NOT USE IT. Fix the problem before using
the unit to prevent possible injury.
•
WHILE using the unit, if something is
found to be wrong, STOP using it. Fix the
problem before the unit is used again.
•
Run the engine ONLY where there is
enough fresh air to prevent the buildup of
carbon monoxide fumes. Carbon
monoxide is colorless, odorless and
deadly. NEVER run the unit in an enclosed
space where exhaust fumes will collect.
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