INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 5 - FOOT ACCELERATOR The accelerator pedal (1) is positioned on the operator’s right and serves to control the engine speed and power. Use the accelerator pedal with care, especially when the ma- chine is under strain or is working in difficult conditions. Avoid useless accelerations, in order to reduce consumption and extend the life of both the engine and the machine. 6 - HAND ACCELERATOR q The use of the hand accelerator is allowed only under the indicated conditions; its use in other conditions may lead to accidents.
The hand accelerator must be used during the warming up of the engine and successively when operations with the optional equipment are to be carried out; it can also be used for some maintenance operations. q Idling position (A): lever completely pushed forward. q Maximum speed position (B): lever completely pulled backward. 87 WARNING