Controls; Throttle - Terex PT30 Operation And Maintenance Manual

4 MACHINE DESCRIPTION / CONTROLS

4.2 Controls

The PT-30 has two hydraulic
pilot joystick controls. The
joysticks are used to control
machine speed and direction
as well as lift arm and buck-
et functions.
4.2.1 Lift Arm Control
The lift arm joystick is used
to control the lift arms, buck-
et, and to engage the float
function. The illustration
shows the relationship
between joystick movement
and resulting lift arm action.
Note: To activate the float function, move the joystick fully forward in a quick
motion. The joystick will then be held in detent by the magnet attached to the joy-
stick base. Pull back quickly to disengage the float function.
4.2.2 Drive Control
The drive joystick controls the direction and speed of the machine. The illustration
above shows the relationship between joystick movement and resulting machine
motion.

4.3 Throttle

The throttle (hand lever) is located to the right of the operator's right leg when
seated in the machine. The throttle controls engine rpm.
• Move the lever forward to increase engine RPM.
• Move the lever rearward to decrease engine RPM.
• Select a lower rpm for work that requires delicate operation of the machine.
• Select a higher rpm for faster travel speed or when more power or flow is
required for a task.
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