TRAVELING
CAUTION :
Make sureto follow allsafetyrulesreferencedin thesafetysectionofthismanualbeforeoperating roller. Keep work area clear of debris and other objects that could cause damage to the roller or bodily injury.
1.To make the roller move in the forward direction push the travel lever ( Figure 20) forward. This roller has a hydraulic variable speed transmission. By moving the travel lever varioysincrements,youcanvarythespeedfrom0to1.8mph (0 to 3 km/hr).
Figure 20. Travel Lever
2.Tomake the roller move in the reverse direction pull the travel lever ( Figure 20) backwards.
3.Firmly gasp the roller's hand grip, the roller will begin moving in the desired position when the direction lever has been placed in the desired position.
CAUTION :
DO NOT reduce speed during work. When shifting travel lever from forward to reverse, be sure to stop the lever at the neutral position first before moving the lever to the opposite direction. DO NOT shift the lever from forward to reverse (or reverse to forward) in one motion.
CAUTION :
After test travel, shut down engine and check for any problems including oil leakage. If any trouble is found, correct the problem before attempting to operate the roller again.
MDR-9DYE — OPERATION
VIBRATING
1.Shift the two vibrator levers (Figures 21 and 22) to the vibrate position to start vibrations.
Figure 21. Vibrator Lever
Figure 22. Vibrator Lever (Body)
CAUTION :
Using vibration with clutch slipping causes the clutch to burn. Also, vibration should NOT be used over completely compacted area, paved road surface, or with stationary roller.
WATERING
1.To operate water sprinkling system, turn on the front and rear water valves on the side of the roller. (Figure 23).
Figure 23. Water Valves
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