OPERATION 2. DIRECTIONAL LEVER This lever is used to change the direction of travel of the machine. The engine can not be started if the directional lever is not at N (neutral). Position (1): Forward Position N : Neutral Position (2): Reverse REMARKS The length of the lever can be adjusted to 3 stages (positions A, B, C ). To adjust the length, remove the screw at the bottom of the lever knob, slide the knob to the desired position, then tighten the screw again. (The lever is installed to position B when it is shipped from the factory.) 3. SPEED CONTROL LEVER STOPPER This stopper prevents the speed control lever from entering the 3rd position when working. Position (1):
Stopper actuated Position (2): Stopper released 4. SAFETY LOCK LEVER WARNING ! When leaving the operators compartment, set the safety lock lever securely to the LOCK position. If the control levers are not locked, and they are touched by mistake, this could lead to a serious accident. ! If the safety lock lever is not placed securely in the LOCK position, the control levers may not be properly locked. Check that the situation is as shown in the diagram. ! When parking the machine or carrying out maintenance, always lower the bucket to the ground and apply the lock. This is used to lock the work equipment levers. Pull the levers up to apply the lock. 2-16