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Operator’s Manual
Walk-Behind Roller
RS600A
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Page 1: ...5000402583 06 0314 Operator s Manual Walk Behind Roller RS600A EN...
Page 2: ...d by Wacker Neuson Corporation represents an infringement of valid copyrights Violators will be prosecuted Trademarks All trademarks referenced in this manual are the property of their respective owne...
Page 3: ...erial number in the space provided below You will need the serial number when requesting parts or service for this machine Machine documentation From this point forward in this documentation Wacker Ne...
Page 4: ...ion CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Combustion exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de...
Page 5: ...rvice Safety 13 2 Labels 15 2 1 Label Locations 15 2 2 Label Meanings 16 3 Lifting and Transporting 19 4 Operation 21 4 1 Preparing the Machine for First Use 21 4 2 Recommended Fuel 21 4 3 Operation a...
Page 6: ...on 30 5 3 Servicing the Spark Plug 31 5 4 Servicing the Air Cleaner 32 5 5 Changing the Engine Oil 33 5 6 Adjusting the Carburetor 34 5 7 Cleaning the Sediment Cup 35 5 8 Scraper Bars 35 5 9 Cleaning...
Page 7: ...personal hazards f Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol DANGER DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury f To avoid death or seriou...
Page 8: ...high gradeability This machine has been designed and built strictly for the intended use described above Using the machine for any other purpose could permanently damage the machine or seriously injur...
Page 9: ...n area Be aware of the application area Keep unauthorized personnel children and pets away from the machine Remain aware of changing positions and the movement of other equipment and personnel in the...
Page 10: ...al regulations General Safety Do not operate the machine when open containers of fuel paint or other flammable liquids are near Do not operate the machine or tools attached to the machine with wet han...
Page 11: ...rating safety When operating the machine Check the fuel lines and the fuel tank for leaks and cracks before starting the engine Do not run the machine if fuel leaks are present or the fuel lines are l...
Page 12: ...rate the machine with a known problem or deficiency All repairs and adjustments shall be completed by a qualified technician Turn off the machine before performing maintenance or making repairs Remain...
Page 13: ...Protective Equipment PPE Wear the following Personal Protective Equipment PPE while servicing or maintaining this machine Close fitting work clothes that do not hinder movement Safety glasses with si...
Page 14: ...wpm_si000517gb fm 14 RS600A Labels 2 Labels 2 1 Label Locations C G A E D D N H B I F L F K J wpm_gr007604...
Page 15: ...s or burning objects near the machine Shut off the engine before refueling B WARNING Hot surface C CAUTION Read and understand the supplied Operator s Manual before operating this machine Failure to d...
Page 16: ...wpm_si000517gb fm 16 RS600A Labels F Tie down point G Water tank H Vibration control ON OFF I Control Lever Forward and reverse motion controlled by red levers J Company label K Machine label...
Page 17: ...nit Please record the information found on this nameplate so it will be available should the nameplate become lost or damaged When ordering parts or requesting service information you will always be a...
Page 18: ...following guidelines when lifting the machine Do not attempt to lift the machine unassisted Use appropriate lifting equipment such as slings chains hooks ramps or jacks Make sure lifting equipment is...
Page 19: ...e transport vehicle to prevent it from sliding or tipping Do not refuel the machine in or on the transport vehicle Move the machine to its operating location and then fill the fuel tank Before transpo...
Page 20: ...Consult the engine owner s manual for complete fuel specifications Use of oxygenated fuels Some conventional gasolines are blended with alcohol These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygena...
Page 21: ...vice Locations Ref Description Ref Description 1 Handle lock pin 6 Forward reverse control lever 2 Sprinkler tube 7 Exciter control 3 Water control valve 8 Water fill cap 4 Scraper bar 9 Fuel tank 5 T...
Page 22: ...d parking lots The high exciter forces ensure excellent compaction of cohesive type soils as well as loose soils and gravel The sprinkler system and water control valve allow the roller to be used wet...
Page 23: ...s low the engine will not start If this happens add oil to engine Some engines are equipped with an oil alert light f that will come on while pulling the starter rope 4 Open the choke b2 as engine war...
Page 24: ...e direction pull toward the operator the left side b of the travel lever The further toward the operator the lever is pulled the faster the machine will travel When neither side of the travel lever is...
Page 25: ...d reverse to turn the vibration OFF 4 10 Watering System Background The RS 600A is equipped with a water control valve a which allows the roller to be used wet or dry and a sprinkler system b to distr...
Page 26: ...onvenient transportation and storage Procedure Perform the following procedure in adjusting the handle 1 Rotate the lever a clock wise to loosen the coupling then adjust the handle at the desired heig...
Page 27: ...injury or damage to the equipment Always operate the machine up and down hills rather than from side to side For safe operation and for protection of the engine continuous duty use should be restricte...
Page 28: ...rankcase can flow into the combustion chamber which can severely damage the engine next time it is started If the machine has rolled on its side immediate steps should be taken to right the machine NO...
Page 29: ...0 hr Every 50 hr Every 100 hr Every 300 hr Check the fuel level Check the engine oil level Inspect the air filter Replace as needed Check the external hardware Clean the air element Inspect the shockm...
Page 30: ...is cold Fill the reservoir as needed with SAE 20W 20 engine crankcase oil Suitable substitutes are SAE 30 SAE 40 or premium hydraulic oil as long as the viscosity is equivalent to that of SAE 20W 20 N...
Page 31: ...ark plug 1 Remove the spark plug and inspect it 2 Replace the spark plug if the insulator is cracked or chipped 3 Clean the spark plug electrodes with a wire brush 4 Set the electrode gap a 5 Tighten...
Page 32: ...he engine Procedure Perform the procedure below to service the air filter element 1 Remove air cleaner cover a Remove both elements and inspect them for holes or tears Replace damaged elements 2 Wash...
Page 33: ...the drain plug b to drain the oil Note In the interest of environmental protection place a plastic sheet and a container under the machine to collect any liquid that drains off Dispose of this liquid...
Page 34: ...produces the highest rpm 4 After the pilot screw is adjusted turn the throttle stop screw b to obtain the standard idle speed See Technical Data Note On some engines the pilot screw is fitted with a...
Page 35: ...Dry and re install them 4 Turn the fuel valve on and check or leaks 5 8 Scraper Bars Check Check the two scraper bars a for wear Scraper bars are made of metal which can wear quickly when used with ab...
Page 36: ...he following components Engine Hoses Labels 5 10 Storage Procedure If the machine is being stored for more than 30 days 1 Remove loose stones and dirt from the plate 2 Clean engine cylinder cooling fi...
Page 37: ...lty hydrostatic transmission Control linkage is disconnected or broken Shaft keys are sheared Check repair the hydrostatic transmission release valve and camshaft Tighten or replace the belt Check the...
Page 38: ...r gears are jammed Faulty hydrostatic transmission Check the waer and damaged clutch or the loose fasteners Check the belt tension Replace the worn or damaged belts Tighten the set screws and the othe...
Page 39: ...da Engine model GX 160 UT1 SWX2 Maximum rated power at rated speed kW hp 3 7 5 3600 rpm Spark plug NGK BPR 6ES Electrode gap mm in 0 7 0 8 0 028 0 031 Operating speed rpm 3600 Air cleaner type Dual el...
Page 40: ...rication RS600A Roller Weight kg lbs 260 573 Forward speed max m ft min 42 67 140 Reverse speed max m ft min 42 67 140 Vibration frequency Hz vpm 90 5400 Gradeability 20 Water tank capcity l gal 18 4...
Page 41: ...wpm_td000412gb fm 41 RS600A Dimensions 8 Dimensions wpm_gr011248 1460 990 690...
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