ELBOW 1229122 - Caterpillar

Personal injury or death could result if brake pedal lock bar is not engaged when recommended. Machine can swerve out of control if only one brake is applied for a quick stop. Follow the recommendations below for proper braking.
Some areas may have a legal requirement to have the pedals locked when roading. Check state and local laws.
Standard Rear Axle
Brake Pedals - Push both pedals downward in order to slow down the machine. Push both pedals downward in order to stop the machine. Use the brake pedals while you are operating on a downgrade in order to prevent the engine from overspeeding.The rear brake lights must come on when you apply the brakes. If the rear brake lights are not functioning, repair the brake lights. Repair the brake lights before you operate the machine.
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As shown, connect the left pedal and the right pedal together. Move the lock bar between both of the pedals. If the machine is operating in second gear, in third gear, and in fourth gear, you must connect the lock bar.
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As shown, disengage the lock bar for first gear. Use the left pedal or the right pedal to aid in maneuvering in tight quarters.Use the pedals with the steering wheel in order to make sharp turns. Use the left pedal to help with sharp left turns. Use the right pedal to help with sharp right turns.All Wheel Steer (AWS) Rear Axle
Depressing the service brake pedal while you are trying to start the engine may cause hard starting on AWS machines.
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Brake Pedal - Push the brake pedal downward in order to slow down the machine. Push the brake pedal downward in order to stop the machine. Use the brake pedal on a downgrade in order to prevent the engine from overspeeding.The rear brake lights must come on when you apply the brakes. If the rear brake lights are not functioning, repair the brake lights. Repair the brake lights before you operate the machine.