17 OPERATING THE VEHICLE A Do not force the range gear shift lever. If it is difficult to shift the lever into "L", or "H" on slopes, be sure to apply the parking brake before starting the procedure. (1) Slightly depress the speed control pedal to rotate the gears inside of transmission. (2) Release the speed control pedal to the "NEUTRAL" position. A An accident may occur with erratic shifting operation. A Improper range gear shift lever position will cause the vehicle to momentarily coast on slopes. C Front wheel drive is effective for the following jobs: 1. When greater pulling force is needed, such as working in a wet field, when pulling a trailer, or when working with a front-end blade.
2. When working in sandy soil. 5. Unlock the parking brake and start slowly. B Parking Brake Lever To release the parking brake, depress the brake pedal, push release button and push down parking brake lever. Make sure that indicator in the Easy Checker(TM) goes off. B 4WD Lever To avoid personal injury: A Do not engage the front wheel drive when traveling at road speed. A When driving on icy, wet or loose surfaces, make sure the vehicle is correctly ballasted to avoid skidding and loss of steering control. Operate at reduced speed and engage front wheel drive. A An accident may occur if the vehicle is suddenly braked, such as by heavy towed loads shifting forward causing loss of control.
A The braking characteristics are different between two and four wheel drive. Be aware of the difference and use carefully. (1) Parking brake lever (2) Release button (A) "RELEASE" B Speed Control Pedal Use the speed control pedal when traveling. Push down on it for higher speed. (1) 4WD lever "4WD" "2WD" A Use the lever to engage the front wheels with the vehicle stopped. Shift the lever to "4WD" to engage the front wheel drive. A Tires will wear quickly if front wheel drive is engaged on paved roads. A If the 4WD lever is difficult to shift to "2WD", stop the vehicle, turn the steering wheel in both directions and then move the lever. (1) Speed control pedal