Operator's Manual
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KNOW YOUR CONTROLS
Traction and Stopping Pedal (Fig. 8 - 9) - Traction
pedal has three functions: one, to make the machine
move forward, two, to move it backward and three, to
stop machine. Using the heel and toe of the right foot,
depress top of pedal to move forward and bottom of
pedal to move backward or to assist in stopping when
moving forward. Allowing pedal to move to neutral
position will stop machine. For operator comfort, do
not rest heel of foot on reverse when operating
forward (Fig. 9).
Ground speed is proportionate to how far traction
pedal is depressed. For maximum ground speed,
pedal must be fully depressed while throttle is in FAST
position. To get maximum power or when ascending a
hill, have throttle in FAST position while depressing
pedal slightly to keep engine rpm high. When engine
rpm begins to decrease, release pedal slightly to allow
rpm to increase.
Figure 8
1. Traction & Stopping Pedal
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Figure 9
IMPORTANT: For maximum pulling power, throttle
should be in Fast" position, and traction pedal just
barely depressed.
Use the maximum ground speed ONLY
when driving from one area to another.
Maximum speed is not recommended
when using an attached or towed impleĆ
ment.
CAUTION
IMPORTANT: The SAND PRO must not be operated
in reverse with the implement in the down
(operating) position, or the implement could be
severely damaged.
Ignition Switch (Fig.10) - The ignition switch, used to
start and stop the engine, has three positions: OFF,
RUN and START. Rotate key clockwise Ċ START
position Ċ to engage starter motor. Release key when
engine starts. The key will move automatically to the
RUN position. To shut engine off, rotate key
counterclockwise to OFF position.
Figure 10
1. Ignition switch
2. Choke control
3. Throttle control
4. Lift lever
5. Hour meter
6. Parking brake
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Choke Control (Fig. 10) - To start a cold engine, close
carburetor choke by moving choke control forward to
the CLOSED" position. After engine starts, regulate
choke to keep engine running smoothly. As soon as
possible, open the choke by pulling upward to the
OPEN" position. A warm engine requires little or no
choking.
Throttle Control (Fig. 10) - Lever connects to and
operates throttle linkage to carburetor. Control has two
positions: SLOW and FAST. Engine speed can be
varied between the two settings.
Note: The engine cannot be stopped by the throttle
control.