Great Dane GSRKA1934S - Manual (Page 16)

OPERATING
OPERATING - 14
Using the Hourmeter
NOTE: The machine is equipped with an electric start.
The hourmeter will continue to run with the key switch
in the run position.
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Hourmeter (A) shows number of hours the machine
has been operated.
Use hourmeter and SERVICE INTERVAL section to
determine when machine needs service.
Using the Motion Control Levers
The functions of the motion control levers are:
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Learn use of the motion
control levers and practice at half throttle until
becoming proficient and comfortable with the
operation of the machine.
Do not move motion control levers from forward
to reverse or reverse to forward position rapidly.
Sudden direction changes could cause loss of
control or damage the machine.
• Steering.
• Acceleration.
• Deceleration.
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Neutral Position
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Picture Note: Motion control levers (A) shown in the neutral
position.
Machine speed, motion and direction can be controlled
when the engine is running and park brake is unlocked.
Operator can exit the mower with the engine running
when the park brake is locked and the PTO switch is
disengaged.
Forward and Reverse Motion:
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Children or bystanders
may be injured by runover and rotating blades.
Before traveling forward or rearward:
Carefully check the area around the machine.
Disengage the mower before backing up.
Move throttle lever to the fast position.
Unlock park brake.
Push motion control levers forward to begin forward
motion. The further forward the control levers are
moved, the faster the machine will travel.
Forward speed range: 0–14 km/h (0–8.7 mph)
Pull both motion control levers rearward at the same
time to begin reverse motion.
Reverse speed range: 0–6.4 km/h (0–4 mph)
To stop motion, move both motion control levers for-
ward or rearward until the machine comes to a stop.
NOTE: The motion control linkages are adjust-
able. If adjustment is required, see Checking
and Adjusting Motion Control Linkages in the
SERVICE TRANSMISSION section.
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