Makita PRM0700 Operator's Manual page 111

HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
The pilot lamp will begin flashing if the key is held in the «START» position
when the safety devices have been activated.
M
OVING WITHOUT MOWING
WARNING!
!
roads. It has to be used (as indicated by the highway code) in private
areas closed to traffic.
NOTE
and the cutting deck put at its highest position (position «7»).
➤
For mechanical drive models:
Put the accelerator control between the «SLOW» and «FAST» positions, and
the gear change lever in the 1st speed position.
Keep the pedal pressed down and disengage the parking brake. Slowly
release the pedal which will turn from «brake» to «clutch», thus operating the
rear wheels.
The pedal has to be released gradually as a sudden engagement may cause
tipping up and loss of control of the vehicle.
Gradually reach the desired operating speed using the accelerator and gear
lever. To change the gear speed the clutch must be used pushing the pedal
down half way.
➤
For hydrostatic drive models:
Put the accelerator control between the «SLOW» and «FAST» positions. Press
the brake pedal to disengage the parking brake and release the pedal.
Move the speed change lever in the «F» direction and go to the required
speed by using the lever and the accelerator.
The machine has not been approved for use on public
When moving the machine, the blade must be disengaged
EN 21