Driving The SPEMS.

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b. Driving The SPEMS.

NOTE

To operate the MODE switches, you must SHIFT them from their stationary positions and HOLD them in

their operating mode positions. (This does not apply to the EMERGENCY STOP or HI TORQUE/HI

SPEED switches).

(1) Shift the DRIVE mode switch into the operating position and hold.

WARNING

Never switch modes when the control handle is not in the center, detected position. Failure to do so will

result in sudden, unexpected machine movement and may result in serious personal injury or machine

damage.

NOTE

You must select a MODE before you can operate the control lever.

(2) Smoothly and carefully move the control lever in the desired direction.

NOTE

The control lever is a proportional/variable speed control. The farther you move the handle, the faster you'll go.

(a) Forward to drive forward.

(b) Backward to drive in reverse.

NOTE

When the platform is in the fully lowered position there is more torque (Drive power) available for

negotiating uneven surfaces or driving up ramps.

NOTE

Braking is automatic on the SPEMS. When you shift the control lever into one of the drive modes; forward

or reverse, the brakes are released. When you center the control lever, the brakes are activated and the

SPEMS will stop.

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