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Operator’s Manual

Track Dumper RMD650 / RMD650-B

Do not use this device until you have fully read and 

understood these instructions!

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Summary of Contents for RMD650

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual Track Dumper RMD650 RMD650 B Do not use this device until you have fully read and understood these instructions www geargb co uk sales geargb co uk 28 ...

Page 2: ...art up 9 Driving the Track Dumper 10 Tipping the skip 11 Shut down 12 Care and maintenance 13 Steering and braking adjustment 14 Track tensioning 15 Maintenance intervals 16 Technical Data 17 Description Engine 18 Tightening torques 19 Fault finding 20 Exploded diagram Track Dumper RMD650 21 Service record EC Declaration of Conformity Page 3 3 4 6 6 6 8 9 12 12 13 13 15 15 16 17 18 19 19 21 22 23 ...

Page 3: ...d safe operation Caution and good judgment are the best protection against injury It is not possible to cover all potential risks here we have compiled the most important for you in this manual Every operator should always be working with the necessary care Warnings and safety instructions attached to the equipment and or provided by the employer or the responsible trade association must be noted ...

Page 4: ...ke sure that the machine is set down on a flat surface so that overturning overbalancing or slipping during start up is avoided Never leave an operating machine unattended Before starting to work ensure that the walls of a trench are stable and that machine vibrations cannot cause a collapse In particular when working on slopes and edges consider that the soil bearing capacity can be greatly reduc...

Page 5: ...ion of fuel vapours and exhaust fumes can cause death If you are working in trenches ensure there is adequate ventilation If necessary are set up fans Mineral oils and fuels are harmful to health Therefore you should always wear suitable protective equipment such as Safety goggles and protective gloves when handling any these substances Direct skin contact should be avoided In the event of skin co...

Page 6: ...nce should be carried out according to the specifications of this manual All relevant safety conditions are met Intended Use of the Track Dumper Transport of bulk materials 18 Tightening Torques 6 19 Always wear ear protection Wear goggles and dust mask in dusty environments Always wear safety shoes and proper protective clothing Wear a Helmet Tensile Strength 4 6 8 8 10 9 12 9 Tightening Torque N...

Page 7: ...on exhaust or on off switch the equipment must not be operated Operate the machine in such a way as to remove any overturning or risk of falling on edges or embankments The machine is to be guided such that the operator is not in the direction of fall if an unforeseen tilting of the machine occurs When working on an incline always take care not to exceed the maximum admissible inclination stated i...

Page 8: ...uctions 2 Check the engine oil level prior to each start up 3 Make sure that the machine is clean especially the cooling air inlet of the engine and the air filter If the air filter is dirty it must be replaced 4 Check all nuts and bolts are tight Normal operating vibrations can loosen screws nuts bolts and this can lead to serious accidents and or damage to the machine Check the Engine Oil 1 Plac...

Page 9: ... Belt Tension Drive Clutch Setting Never check the belt tension while while the engine is running If your hands are caught in the belt or the clutch serious injury can result Therefore before checking the belt tension always remove the petrol engine spark plug cap from the spark plug Always wear protective gloves when checking the V belt tension A belt which is too loose will affect the efficiency...

Page 10: ...cs by alternately pressing the left and right steering levers 4 The steering brakes are correctly adjusted when approximately 2 3 of lever travel steers the Track Dumper in the desired direction 5 If the setting is too tight it will block the steering brake 6 When both steering brakes are evenly adjusted tighten the lock nuts on the Bowden cables to prevent slip 14 Track Tensioning The crawler tra...

Page 11: ...Belt ATTENTION Never try to tension the belt while the engine is running Serious injury can occur from moving belts Always remove the spark plug from machines with petrol engines before starting any maintenance to avoid accidental starting of the engine Tighten the belt when transmission power feels low or disappears e g if there is a problem in overcoming gradients Adjusting the Belt Tension 1 Lo...

Page 12: ...ly be switched selected when the red clutch lever is NOT engaged 10 Tipping the Skip Pulling upwards on the lever of the hydraulic valve under the oil tank causes the skip to be raised Pushing downwards on the lever of the hydraulic valve under the oil tank causes the skip to lower The speed of lowering is controlled by the built in Flow Control Valve see photo adjust as necessary Turn the screw c...

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