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Sprinter& Trike User Manual
5.3
Operating the forklift truck
Moving off and stopping the forklift truck
The Prins Sprinter and Prins Trike are provided with a hydrostatic drive which allows fully
automatic driving. The direction of travel is selected using a selector switch on the steering
column.
1. Forward
2. Neutral
3. Reverse
Figure 5.6 | Direction selector switch
Lift the selector switch gently and move it forwards or backwards to select forward or reverse
travel. Operation of the accelerator will now move the machine in the desired direction. Where a
change of direction is required, the machine must first be stopped, and the switch can then be
moved to the appropriate position.
Figure 5.7 | Gear selector switch
The machine is provided with two gear positions, to allow a choice between additional speed
and additional traction. The choice between the two speeds is made using a rotary switch on
the steering column. It is not necessary to select first gear to drive away. It is recommended that
the desired gear should be identified and selected before moving off. First gear can always be
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