Braking; Using The Emergency Brake Button - Valtra T144 Operator's Manual

3. Operation
3.8.7

Braking

You can use the brake pedals differently in various working situations.
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1. Latch for brake pedals
2. Brake pedals
The tractor has two brake pedals which apply separately to the right and to the
left side rear wheels. All four wheels are braking when pressing both brake
pedals. The pedals can be locked together with a latch to brake evenly with all
four wheels.
• To brake evenly with four wheels, press down both brake pedals.
• To intensify steering by braking when turning on the field, press down the
brake pedal on the inner-curve side.
3.8.8

Using the emergency brake button

Use the emergency brake only in emergency situations if braking with brake
pedals is not possible.
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WARNING: The brake pedals must always be latched together when
driving on the road.
CAUTION: If functional problems occur in the braking system, stop the
tractor and repair the fault before continuing.
DANGER: The brake action is weaker if the gearbox oil pressure
warning light is lit and the STOP indicator light begins to flash.
Stop the tractor and correct the fault before continuing.
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