TM 5-2420-230-10
The HAND THROTTLE is located at the rear of the side
console. This device is used to control the speed of the
engine when the backhoe is being operated. Operate
backhoe at 1,500 RPM only.
(1)
Raise throttle (1) to increase speed of engine
and lower to decrease speed of engine.
(2)
Lock throttle in selected position by tightening
locking collar (2).
NOTE
The control incorporates a safety feature to
close the throttle in an emergency.
(3)
Depress button (3) and throttle (1)
simultaneously. This automatically disengages
locking collar and sets throttle to idle.
The IHMEE is equipped with two foot pedals located on the floor beneath the steering wheel. The right pedal is the accelerator
pedal, used to control the speed of the engine. The left pedal is the brake pedal, used to control braking system of the vehicle.
