3.2 Explanation of components Operation
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7. Brake pedal
WARNING
! When traveling downhill, always use the right brake pedal,
and use the braking force of the engine together with the
brake.
! Do not use the brake pedal excessively. If the brake is used
too frequently, the brake will overheat. If this happens, the
brakes will not work and may lead to a serious accident.
! Do not put your foot on the brake pedal unless necessary.
These pedals (7) operate the brakes.
Right and left brake pedal
The right brake pedal operates the wheel brakes.
Use the right brake pedal for normal braking operations.
The left brake pedal operates the wheel brakes.
When the transmission cut-off switch is at the ON position, the
brakes are applied, and the transmission is returned to Neutral
at the same time.
When the transmission cut-off switch is at the OFF position, the
brakes are applied, but the transmission is not returned to Neu-
tral.
REMARK
When using the brake and accelerator together to reduce the
machine travel speed or to stop the machine while carrying out
operations, set the transmission cut-off switch to the ON position
and use the brake pedal.
8. Accelerator pedal
This pedal (8) controls the engine speed and output.
The engine speed can be freely controlled between low idling
and full speed.
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