38 TM5-2430-200-10 Operation Section Machine Features Machine Features Parking Brake Do  not  apply  the  parking  brake  while  the  machine  is moving, unless an emergency exists. With the engine running, this machine will spot  turn when   the   steering   wheel   is   turned,   even   if   the transmission is in NEUTRAL. To avoid personal injury due to unexpected movement, engage the parking brake and make sure the   area   is   free   of   personnel   before   starting   the engine. Parking brake switch (1) is located on the Control console, to the right of the  operator’s seat. Pull up on the switch to apply the parking brake. NOTE: A lamp inside parking brake switch (1) will indicate that the brake is applied. Push down on the switch to release the parking brake. Service Brakes Depressing pedal (1) applies equal braking torque to both front idlers. Increasing pedal stroke increases brake torque. This machine is equipped with an accumulator in the brake system. the accumulator stores energy to apply the brakes if the engine stops running. The brake accumulator stores enough energy to apply the service brakes five times after the engine stops. When the accumulator pressure is gone, the spring- applied parking brake will engage, and the machine will stop suddenly. NOTICE Use caution when towing loads at transport speeds  (up to 15 mph). Reduce speed if towed load is not equipped with brakes. Avoid hard braking applications. NOTE: Never rest a foot on the pedal. Resting a foot on the brake pedal causes unnecessary wear of the brake disks.