AR13D RIDE-ON TANDEM DRUM ROLLER — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (09/15/11) — PAGE 9
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NEVER Run engine without air cleaner. Severe engine
damage may occur.
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ALWAYS read, understand, and follow procedures in
Operator’s Manual before attempting to operate equipment.
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ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety
precautions and operations techniques before using roller.
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ALWAYS store equipment properly when it is not being used.
Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the
reach of children.
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DO NOT operate this roller with hydrostatic oil temperature
higher than 180 degrees fahrenheit.
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NEVER leave the roller unattended, turn off engine and place
parking brake lever in upright position.
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CAUTION must always be observed while servicing this roller.
Rotating parts can cause injury if contacted.
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DO NOT leave roller with engine running.
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If the roller must be stopped on an incline (grade), remove the
ignition key and
place chock blocks (not provided) under
the
front
and
rear
drums.
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NEVER drive the roller on unshored trenches or near steep,
unsupported banks. The vibration caused by the roller could
cause a cave-in.
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ALWAYS use extreme care when operating near obstructions,
on slippery surfaces, grades and side slopes.
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ALWAYS wear slip resistant safety shoes or boots.
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Unauthorized equipment modifications will void all
warranties.
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When working on slopes, avoid
sidehill travel
. Operate up
and down travel only. Remember, the danger of sliding on
and/or tripping on steep slopes is always present.
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ALWAYS wear
seat belts
.
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When malfunctions occur, always remove the ignition key
and place a "
DO NOT OPERATE
" sign in the operator's
seat.
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If a malfunction occurs with the travel lever mechanism, speed
and direction will be impossible to control. Immediately stop
the roller and correct the problem.
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If the steering system operates improperly, immediately stop
the engine and apply the parking brake.
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In the event of hydraulic hose or line failure, promptly return
the travel lever to the “neutral” position, stop the engine and
set the parking brake.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
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NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running
machine.
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ALWAYS allow the machine a proper amount of time to cool
before servicing.
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Keep the machinery in proper running condition.
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Fix damage to the machine immediately and always replace
broken parts, or missing decals.
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Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of potentially
hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel filters.
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DO NOT use food or plastic containers to dispose of
hazardous waste.
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DO NOT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground,
down a drain or into any water source.
AR13D RIDE-ON ROLLER — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION