IT14G Integrated Toolcarrier Caterpillar

To prevent injury, make sure that no people are working on the machine or near the machine. To prevent injury, keep the machine under control at all times.

Reduce engine speed when you maneuver in tight quarters or when you are going over a hill.

Select the necessary travel speed before you start downgrade. Do not change travel speed while you are going downhill.

When you go downgrade, use the same travel speed that would be used to go upgrade.

Do not allow the engine to overspeed when you go downhill. Use the service brake pedal to reduce engine overspeed when you are going downhill.

When the load will be pushing the machine, put the speed control switch in SLOW speed before you start downhill.

1. Adjust the operator's seat.

2. Fasten the seat belt.

3. Raise all lowered attachments in order to negotiate any obstacles.

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4. Push down on the service brake pedal (1) in order to prevent the machine from moving.

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5. To release the parking brake, push the button (2) on the top of the parking brake lever and lower the parking brake lever.

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Direction Control Lever

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Direction Control Switch

6. Move the direction control lever (3) or move the direction control switch (4) (if equipped) to the desired direction. Use only one direction control while the other direction control is in NEUTRAL.

7. Release the service brake pedal.

8. Push down on the accelerator pedal until you achieve the desired engine speed.

9. Drive the machine forward for best visibility and for best control.

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NOTICE
For operator comfort and maximum service life of power train components, deceleration and/or braking is recommended before any directional shifts are made.