Multiquip MDR-9DYE manual Frequency/Speed, Engine, Controls, Transportation, Lifting the Roller

MDR-9DYE — GENERAL INFORMATION

The Mikasa Model MDR-9DYE is a powerful compacting tool capable of applying a tremendous force in consecutive impacts to a soil surface. With 28-inch drums and 32 inches overall width, virtually any asphalt or mixed granular soil compaction job is quickly cut down to size.

The impact force of the MDR-9DYE levels and uniformly compacts voids between soil particles to increase dry density.

Features include:

„Hydraulic variable speed transmission assures easy handling.

„Deadman device which when pressed or hit will cause the travel lever to return to neutral position bringing the machine to a stop.

„Non-corrosive water tank for the sprinkler system with a capacity of 6 gallons.

„Simple dual-lever controls assure operator safety and convenience.

„Sight gauge for hydraulic oil tank.

„Front -mounted auxiliary travel lever.

„Four large rubber shock mounts minimize vibrations to the engine and hydraulics.

„Convenient tie-downs, front and rear.

„Scraper Bar.

„Drum sprinkler system.

„Handle folds to 90 degrees for storage and transport..

FREQUENCY/SPEED

The vibrating roller maximum frequency is 3000 vpm (vibrations per minute).The forward and reverse travel speed of the vibratory roller is approximately 1.8 mph (3 km/hour).

ENGINE

The Mikasa MDR-9DYE Vibratory Roller is equipped with a YANMAR L100EE-DEVMK2.

CONTROLS

Before starting the MDR-9DYE Vibratory Roller, identify and understand the function of the controls and components as indicated in Figure 6.

TRANSPORTATION

Adjustable transport hooks allow an operator to place the roller on the tailgate of a dump truck without any assistance. The control handle of the MDR-9DYE Vibratory Roller can be folded vertically for ease of transport and storage.

LIFTING THE ROLLER

When lifting of the roller is required (Figure 3), attach a suitable hook or shackle to the lifting hooks of the roller. Make sure the lifting device is capable of lifting 1,940 lbs (880 kg).

Figure 3. LiftingThe Roller

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