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3.23 Operation
8. Select travel direction (36) on right control lever (4)
If the undercarriage is not facing the normal forward direc-
tion - then the travelling direction will be opposite to that
which is selected.
The front (steering) axle has two suspension locking cylin-
ders (A) mounted above the axle. These can be seen clearly
from the operators seat, indicating that the undercarriage is
facing in the normal forward direction.
9. Release park brake by using switch (7). If on downhill slope
hold machine on foot brake to prevent machine rolling.
REMARK
If starting to travel on a steep uphill slope, first press the
travel pedal fully, then release the park brake, this will mini-
mise rolling backwards when starting.
10. Press the travel pedal (20) smoothly. The machine will move
off in the selected direction.
REMARK
Engine speed will automatically increase when travel pedal
is depressed.
11. When changing direction from forward to reverse or vice
versa, always allow the machine to stop before changing the
position of the travel switch on right control lever.
REMARK
When travelling in Auto mode a slight shock may occasion-
ally be heard and/or felt as the automatic transmission clutch
operates. This is normal.
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Forward
Neutral
Reverse
36
4
Right control lever
A
7
PW180-7E0 – VEAM400102
Operation
20
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