Multiquip Mikasa Vibratory Walk-Behind Roller MDR-9GH - Manual (Page 22)

PAGE 22 — MQ-MIKASA MDR-9GH VIBRATORY ROLLER — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (12/17/03)
MDR-9GH — OPERATION
VIBRATING
1. Shift the two vibrator levers (Figures 22 and 23) to the
vibrate position to start vibrations.
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.
CAUTION :
WATERING
1. To operate water sprinkling system, turn on the front and
rear water valves on the side of the roller. (Figure 24).
Figure 22. Vibrator Lever
Figure 23. Vibrator Lever (Body)
Figure 24. Water Valves
2. To make the roller move in the reverse direction pull the travel
lever ( Figure 21) 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.
Make sure to follow all safety rules referenced
in the safety section of this manual before
operating roller. Keep work area clear of
debris and other objects that could cause
damage to the roller or bodily injury.
CAUTION :
1. To make the roller move in the forward direction push the
travel lever ( Figure 21) forward. This roller has a hydraulic
variable speed transmission. By moving the travel lever
varioys increments, you can vary the speed from 0 to 1.8 mph
(0 to 3 km/hr).
Figure 21. Travel Lever
TRAVELING
DO NOT reduce speed dur ing 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.
CAUTION :