Ariens COUNTAX C Series Operator's Manual page 6

Drive Controls
(Fig. 6)
The forward speed of the tractor is controlled by foot pedal
'A'. Reversing is controlled by foot pedal 'B'.
Moving Off / Reversing
To move off, ensure your feet are off pedals 'A' and 'B' and
then release the parking brake by pushing the hand lever
'C' (Fig. 7) to the forward position. Now gently depress
pedal 'A' and you will move off. The further you depress
pedal 'A' the faster you will go. Its function is similar to that
of a car accelerator except that it controls the hydrostatic
transmission and does not affect the speed of the engine. To
reverse simply depress pedal 'B' and the tractor will begin to
reverse. As with the forward pedal, the speed of reversing is
increased as the pedal is pushed further.
Stopping
To stop the tractor simply release either pedal 'A' or 'B' and
the natural braking of the hydrostatic system will bring the
tractor to a standstill. For smooth braking release either
pedal gradually, for an emergency stop remove foot rapidly.
Parking
(Figs. 6 & 7)
Remove your foot from pedals 'A' or 'B' (as you would to
stop normally) and then simply pull the parking brake lever
'C' to the upright position - a 'P' will be indicated on the
dashboard display (Page 6 Fig. 11). When you turn off the
engine, the natural braking of the hydrostatic system will add
to the effect of the brake. It's like leaving your car in gear.
Neutral Valve
(Fig. 8)
The natural braking of hydrostatic transmission means that
it is not possible to easily push or freewheel the tractor. To
disengage, first make certain that the machine is on a flat
even surface. Release the parking brake by moving lever 'C'
forward. Locate the Neutral Valve, situated on the back plate
near the towing bracket. Engage by pulling out the lever. You
will now be able to push the tractor at a speed not exceeding
2 mph. Make sure you disengage the Neutral Valve by
pushing the lever back BEFORE starting your tractor.
Differential Lock
(where fitted)
Your tractor may be fitted with a differential lock. This should
only be used in situations where one wheel is slipping and
the other is not. In a situation when one wheel starts to slip
and extra traction is required release the forward pedal so
the wheels stop going around, depress the Differential Lock
pedal (Fig. 9 pedal D), and then the forward pedal slowly. The
differential will lock both wheels to drive at the same speed.
As soon as the differential lock is not required release the
engage pedal 'D' and as soon as the wheels are rotating at
the same speed and not under load (i.e. on a slope) the lock
will automatically release.
IMPORTANT – DO NOT ATTEMPT TO STEER THE
TRACTOR WHEN THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK IS ENGAGED.
ALWAYS ENSURE THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK IS RELEASED
BEFORE MANOEUVRING IN A CLOSED AREA.
Operating Instructions, Controls
(Figs. 6 & 7)
(Fig. 9)
Pedal A
Lever C
Neutral Valve
Page 5
Pedal B
Pedal D
fig. 6
fig. 7
fig. 8
fig. 9