ELBOW 0007713 - Caterpillar

Operating The Machine
Adjust the operator's seat.
Fasten the seat belt.
Start the engine.
Allow the engine to warm up for 3 to 5 minutes.
Before you move the machine, ensure that no one will be endangered.
Operate the machine in an open area. Check for proper operation of all controls and protective devices.
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Push down on the service brake pedal in order to prevent the machine from moving.
Raise all attachments enough to clear any unexpected obstacles.
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Steering and transmission control lever
Release the parking brake by pushing down on parking brake knob (3). This unlocks the parking brake, the transmission control, and the steering lever.Note: When the parking brake is set, the transmission defaults to neutral. When the parking brake is released the transmission will stay in neutral. In order to select a transmission speed range, return the direction selector (4) to neutral.
Then, move direction selector (4) to the desired direction. Use speed range selector (5) to select the desired speed range.
Release service brake pedal (2) in order to allow the machine to move.
Check the service brakes.
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The throttle control switch is located toward the front of the right hand console.
To select high idle, press the throttle control switch on the top of the switch and release.Note: The machine is capable of driving through the service brakes in the first speed range when the engine is set at high idle.
To select low idle, press the throttle control switch on the bottom of the switch and release.
Select an intermediate engine speed in the following manner:
Select the desired engine speed with the decelerator (1) .
Push in on the switch of the throttle control and hold for three seconds in order to lock in the engine speed.
Change an intermediate engine speed in the following manner:
To return to high idle from an intermediate engine speed, push in and release the switch of the throttle control.
To return to low idle from an intermediate engine speed, push in and release the switch of the throttle control.
Use the steering and transmission control in order to turn the machine.
Drive the machine forward for best visibility and for control.Changing Direction and Speed
Speed changes and directional changes at full engine speed are possible. However, deceleration is recommended when you change direction. This will maximize operator comfort.
In order to decrease engine speed, push down on the decelerator pedal (1) .
When the machine slows, shift the transmission to the desired direction with direction selector (4) .
Increase the engine speed by releasing the decelerator pedal (1) .
Select the desired transmission speed range with speed range selector (5). Push button (6) for upshift. Push button (7) for downshift.Note: This machine is equipped with MVP and you can shift through the speed ranges automatically. If the "UPSHIFT" button is pressed and the button is held, the speed ranges will increment automatically at a frequency of 0.6 seconds per speed range. If the "DOWNSHIFT" button is pressed and the button is held, the speed ranges will decrease automatically at a frequency of 0.6 seconds per speed range.Normal Steering
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