Countax B MK4 Series Operator's Manual page 21

Controls - Moving, Stopping & Parking
Drive Controls
(fig. 24)
The forward speed of the tractor is controlled by foot
pedal 'A'. Reversing is controlled by foot pedal 'B'.
Driving / 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. 25) 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
(fig. 24 & 25)
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. On
engagement the parking brake Icon will be indicated
on the dashboard display (fig. 12 - circle D).
Transmission Bypass Valve
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.
2WD units - You will now be able to push the tractor
at a speed not exceeding 2 mph.
4WD units - Cannot be pushed. The tractor must be
towed by a vehicle
Make sure you disengage the Neutral Valve by
pushing the lever back BEFORE starting your tractor.
Seat Adjustment
(fig. 27)
The seat on your tractor is adjustable forward and
backward to suit the operator. Simply lift the latch
underneath the front of the seat and slide the seat
forward or backward as appropriate. Always ensure
the seat is latched back into position before driving
off.
(fig. 24 & 25)
(fig. 26)
Pedal A
Lever C
Transmission Bypass Valve
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fig. 24
Pedal B
fig. 25
fig. 26
fig. 27
Seat Lever