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SECTION 2
OPERATIONS
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Start-up Procedure
Before Starting Procedures
Before starting the paver check for the following:
1. Oil level in the engine and hydraulics
2. Check for hydraulic leaks
3. Fuel level in the fuel tank
4. Condition of the air cleaner on the engine
5. Verify that all of the controls are in the neutral position
6. Verify that the daily maintenance has been performed
7. Check for properly functioning controls before operating the paver
Starting Procedures
Before starting the paver, refer to Figure 2.1 and Figure 2.2 on pages 31 and 32 for the location and
identification of operational and visual controls pertaining to the operation of the 75 Triple Roller Tube
Paver.
1. Ensure that the fuel valve is open, this is located on the bottom of the fuel tank.
2. Move the throttle control to the MIN position. See Figure 2.1.
3. Insert the key and turn the engine switch to the ON position. The indicator (red) should come on and
then turn off.
4. Then turn and hold the engine switch on the START position until the engine starts, release the
switch when engine starts. The switch will return to the ON position, check that the indicator light is
off.
5. Allow engine to warm up for 5 minutes before operating paver.
Operating the starter for more than 5 seconds can damage the starter or engine. If engine fails
to start release the button and wait 15 seconds before operating starter again.
To turn off the 75 TRTP make sure that the throttle is in the MIN position and then turn the
engine switch over to the OFF position and the engine will stop.