Model 30 Pavement Router Manual
Operating Instructions
Chapter 5
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5.8 Cleaning Joints and Cracks
Once your machine is ready to begin operation, start the engine as in
, and then use these instructions to begin cleaning joints and cracks.
Step
Action
1
Open throttle for maximum engine speed.
2
Position machine over joint and line up pointer with joint.
3
Engage electric clutch by pulling up on “Clutch” handle (
4
Machine is operated by manually guiding the machine
while walking backwards.
The stabilizer mechanism is designed to stabilize the machine and to act as a brake.
5
Always engage electric clutch before lowering cutter head into the joint.
WARNING
The CRAFCO Model 30 Pavement Router pushes toward the operator when routing. Tightly
compacted surfaces, deep or wide cuts, or hard aggregate may cause sudden machine
movement toward operator. This “kickback” could cause the operator to lose balance or control
of the machine resulting in serious personal injury. When operating, keep wear plate in contact
with pavement and hold handle with both hands. For Emergency Stop, push down firmly on
machine handle or release safety “Clutch” handle, which disengages the electric clutch. Push
machine handle away.
6
Engage electric clutch by pulling up on “Clutch” handle.
7
Lower cutter head, using Actuator switch (
), until cutters slightly touch the
surface.
8
Notice shade and number on the depth indicator (
). Each shade represents
approximately 1/4 inch (6.35 mm) depth variation.
CAUTION
Do not try to go too fast. Do not overload the engine. Overloading the engine will slow
cutting action and cause damage to engine and drive components. A bouncing or
hammering action usually indicates the machine is moving too fast or the cutters have
worn out of round (refer to troubleshooting on page
).
9
Let the machine thoroughly clean the joint. For deep cuts (deeper than 3/4 inch (19
mm)) it may be necessary to make two passes.
10
A stabilizer mechanism (
) is used on the Crafco Pavement Router to
improve the stability of the machine and to act as a brake.
11
TO SLOW OR STOP THE ROUTER
, simply push down on the handle or release
safety “clutch” handle which disengages the electric clutch.
12
For normal operation, let skid plate drag on paved surface while machine is in
operation.
Skid plate (Part No. 20919) should be replaced before wear reaches the vertical leg of
the bent angle.
13
As cutters wear, depth of cut will change. To compensate for cutter wear, repeat step
#7 as often as necessary to reset depth.
Table 5-6 Cleaning Joints and Cracks