V. OPERATING INFORMATION

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

NOTE:

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

2. To move forward, slowly push the hydrostatic control lever (fig. 5.5) 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.