SECTION 3
OPERATION
m. DO NOT grab the steering wheel when
c o n t r o l lever toward the "neutral" position
mounting unit with engine running.
before dismounting unit.
n. KEEP CLEAR OF HITCH AREA when unit
h. When it is necessary for operator training,
is operational. Hitch area closes when unit is
t h e trainee must be properly seated before
turned.
moving the compactor.
i. Report damage or faulty operation immedi-
3-8. STARTING THE UNIT (see figures 3-1
ately. DO NOT operate the unit until corrected.
and 3-2).
j. Make sure that the operating instruction
a. Set the park brake and place the governor-
d e c a l (see illustration inside front cover) is
direction control in the "neutral" position one
attached to the unit and legible at all times.
(1) or two (2) inches (25.4-50.8 mm) below the
low idle position.
k. Never attempt to clean, oil or adjust
machine while it is in motion.
b. Turn the IGNITION KEY to the number 4
start position (fully clockwise - see figure 3-1)
I . Readjust center rear wheel spring after
and start the engine.
changing rear ballast weight.
4
5
FIGURE 3-2. OPERATING CONTROLS AND INDICATORS.
3-4.