Ford 231 Operator's Manual page 12

CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
Figure 9
Brake and Rear Axle Controls
1. Differential Lock Pedal 3. Brake Pedals
2. Parking Brake Handle 4. Brake Pedal Lock
BRAKE PEDAL LOCK
The brake pedal lock (4), Figure 9, is used to lock the
brake pedals together. Always lock the brake pedals
together when the tractor is operated at road speeds.
PARKING BRAKE HANDLE
The parking brake handle (2), Figure 9, is used to lock the
brakes. Always apply the parking brake whenever the
tractor is parked.
CAUTION:
Always apply the parking
brake when tractors equipped with power
reversing transmission are parked. These
tractors will roll even though the trans-
mission is in gear.
To apply the brake:
• Lock the brake pedals together with the brake pedal
lock.
•
Pull up on the parking brake handle and turn it 1/4
turn.
• Depress both brake pedals.
To release the parking brake:
• Turn the handle
'A
turn so the tabs will enter the slot
in the handle guide.
• Depress the brake pedals to release the ratchet.
EMERGENCY HANDBRAKE
The emergency handbrake, when installed, is located on
the left side of the rear axle center housing, Figure 10.
The handbrake provides emergency braking if the service
brakes fail. To apply the brake, pull up the lever. The
brake will release automatically when the lever is released.
DIFFERENTIAL LOCK
The differential lock, Figure 9, locks the rear axle shafts
together, providing additional traction in wet or loose
soil. Refer to page 23 for operating instructions.
Figure 10
Emergency Handbrake
1. Handbrake Lever
10