TM 5-3895-383-10
Operation Section
4-35
Machine Operation
Machine Operation
Machine Operation Information
SMCS Code: 7000
Shutting off the engine will result in loss of
steering.
Personal injury or death can result from sudden
machine movement.
Sudden movement of the machine can cause injury
to persons on or near the machine.
To prevent injury or death, make sure that area
around the machine is clear of personnel and
obstructions before operating the machine.
For maximum braking control, steering control, and
propel control, operate the engine at full throttle.
Operating the engine at less than full throttle will
adversely affect response.
Before you start down a grade, select a safe propel
range. Do not change the propel speed range control
while you go downhill.
In order to go up a grade, use the same propel range
that was used to go down the grade.
1. The operator seat must be adjusted.
2. Fasten the seat belt.
Illustration 47
3. In order to release the parking brake, pull the
parking brake control knob (2) upward.
Illustration 48
4. Move the throttle control (3) to the HIGH RPM
position.
5. In order to raise the leveling blade (if equipped),
move the control to the RAISE position.
6. In order to move in the desired direction, move the
propel control lever (1) to the FWD or the REV
position. The machine will travel faster as you move
the propel control away from the STOP position.
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