OPERATION GEAR SHIFT LEVER CONTROLS The gear shift lever (1) is used to change travel speed ranges. it is equipped with a declutching button (2) which is used to disengage the drive line for changing speed ranges. Engage the gears only with the engine running at a low RPM and the machine is traveling slowly or stopped. Avoid up-shifting when using the machine in heavy oper- ations. Always shift the lever into a neutral position (N) when parking the machine and set the parking brake. DECLUTCH BUTTON To change speed ranges, slow the machine down, press the declutch but- ton (2) and shift to the desired speed range, release the declutch button as quick as possible.
CHANGING SPEED RANGES The machine is equipped with four speed ranges. The lower speed ranges are for using the front end loader or slow maneuvering on a job site. The higher ranges are for forward ground or road travel. 3rd. and 4th. speed ranges are for forward operation only. Do not travel in reverse using the 3rd. or 4th. speed range. Loss of control may result. DIRECTIONAL CONTROL LEVER When operating in a desired speed range shown above you can choose a forward or reverse direction by simply using the directional control lever (1). This function allows you to change direction quickly and eas- ily without using any type of clutching mechanism.
To operate, lift the lever and move it into any direction: F - Forward travel. N - Neutral. R - Reverse travel. Remark The machine can only be started in the (N) neutral position. When parking the machine, shift into the (N) posi- tion and set the parking brake for safety. Avoid changing direction when traveling at fast speeds, always slow down and apply the brakes before changing direction. 2-18 WB140-2N, WB150-2N