4. Position the planer at the desired starting point. Set the left and right depth
gauge to the desired depth mark on the planer. Maximum depth of each cut is
determined by the type of material, the horsepower of the skid-steer being
used and the size of the planer. It is recommended for maximum performance
that you start at approximately .75" to 50mm in concrete and 1.50" to 100mm
in asphalt.
5. With the engine at full RPM and the planer rolled back, lower the loader
arms completely down and slowly roll out the planer until the weight of the
planer is resting on the rear wheel assemblies. Continue to exert down
pressure by rolling the loader forward until the front wheels of the planer are
on the ground and the front wheels of the skid-steer are raised approximately
2-3 inches off the planing surface to assure sufficient pressure for stable
operation.
NOTE: It is recommended to try a sample cut until the desired depth is
achieved.
6. Slowly advance forward.
NOTE: If drum stalls you have been traveling too fast or cutting too
deep. Back out of the cut until the drum restarts (make necessary
adjustments) and then continue operation.
NOTE: If the drum tends to ride up out of the cut, decrease travel speed,
be sure the planer is level (front to back) and exert down pressure until
the planer is riding on the skids/wheel assemblies. For optimal cutting
and reduced vibration, maintain down pressure on the planer with all
four planer wheels on the ground when cutting.
NOTE: Avoid side to side movement while planing as this may cause
excessive drum wear or planetary failure.
7. When you have reached the end of the pass, stop the skid-steer and raise
the planer out of the cut. Reposition skid-steer for the next cut and repeat
steps 4, 5 & 6. If you are not starting a new cut, raise the planer and retract
the drum into the planer housing using the depth control cylinders. Do not
transport the planer with drum turning.
Periodic observation must be made of the
transmission oil temperature indicator when planing
with high flow hydraulic systems.
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Depending on the ambient temperature and the duty
cycle of the machine, hydraulic oil may overheat.
If indicator comes on, shut off the Profila and allow
the skid-steer to idle until the temperature falls below
160° Fahrenheit.
If the system continues running hot it may be
necessary to clean any debris from the oil cooler and
radiator. Check engine air filter and also the hydraulic
oil level.
