V. OPERATING INFORMATION

Hydrostatic Drive

The power for the Hagie 204 is derived from a Cummins diesel engine (fig 5.3). The hydrostatic power system consists of a Sauer/Danfoss heavy duty variable displacement pump and variable displacement wheel motors.

A manual control lever connected to the pump’s swashplate controls the amount and direction of oil flow to the motors determining the speed and direction of the machine.

NOTE:

Never operate the detasseler at anything less than full recommended throttle.

1. Open the throttle slowly to the maximum recommended engine speed setting.

2. To move forward, slowly push the hydrostatic control lever (fig. 5.4) forward. The farther the control lever is moved, the faster the detasseler will travel. To stop, slowly pull the lever to the “N” (neutral) position.

3. To reverse the machine, slowly pull the hydrostatic control lever back. To stop, slowly push the lever to the “N” (neutral) position.

4. Before turning off the engine, reduce engine speed and allow the engine to idle at least three minutes.