Operation Stopping engine To stop engine turn key anticlockwise. Allow engine to slow idle for a minute or so before stopping particularly if you have been running at high engine revs. If the engine stalls at any point, try to restart immediately. Handbrake Situated at the left hand side of the operators seat. This should not be applied, other than in an emergency, whilst the vehicle is in motion or transmission damage may result. A visual warning illuminates on the ICM monitor (see following pages) when the handbrake is applied and an audible alarm will sound if the machine is moved whilst it is still applied. Power steering When turning do not hold the steering tight on full lock as this will cause the relief valve to blow off and the hydraulic system to overheat. Do not turn the steering whilst the PHANTOM is stationary particularly when on hard surfaces. This causes unnecessary, excessive pressures in the steering system especially when wide tyres are fitted. For information on the optional four wheel steering system please see appendix 1 towards the rear of this manual. To adjust the steering wheel position turn the knob on the side of the column anti-clockwise and move the wheel backwards and forwards until you find the most comfortable driving position and then re-lock by turning the knob clockwise. Do not adjust whilst driving! Throttle The PHANTOM is not normally fitted with a hand throttle in the cab. It is not possible to use a hand throttle for field use due to type of fuel pump fitted to the engine. Due to the design of the fuel pump governing system you will find that you have to "drive" the PHANTOM with the foot throttle to get the best performance from it. Try to anticipate tough spots and be ready to respond with relatively large movements of the throttle to avoid the engine losing speed. With a little practice you will find a constant speed can quite easily be maintained. A remote hand throttle is fitted onto the rear cab panel near the step. It is fitted to enable the PTO speed to be held at 540 rpm when stationary for self-filling the sprayer. Ensure that the hand throttle is returned to the tick-over position immediately after use. Do not leave the machine unattended when the hand throttle is being used. Gearchange The gear lever, situated at right-hand side of seat, operates the gearbox by a cable system. The shift pattern is of a conventional layout. It is light to operate and should not be forced. If difficulty is experienced when selecting a gear, return to neutral, remove foot from clutch then depress clutch again and re-select gear required. To select reverse gear push the lever away from you and then back as normal, but allow it to move towards you again at the same time ensuring it is fully engaged. Failure to ensure full engagement can lead to jumping out of gear and serious gearbox damage. Please note there is a gate fitted in the gearbox which makes it impossible to go directly from fifth gear to reverse. < 9 >