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OPERATION
2.2General notes
Please read section 3 Indicators and Control
Elements thoroughly before operating the
machine if you are not yet fully familiar with the
indicators and control elements of the machine.
2.3Checks before starting
Please observe the safety regulations in section
2 of these operating and maintenance
instructions.
Refer also to the detailed description under
maintenance
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Top up missing fuels and lubricant
according to the maintenance instructions.
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Park the machine on ground as level as
possible.
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Check fuel tank and fuel lines for leakages.
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Check the condition of engine and
machine.
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Check all screwed connections for tight fit.
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Neutral position of the travel control lever
(the vibratory roller must not move
forwards or reverse when the travel control
lever is in center position).
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Check the fuel lever. Use only standard
grade petrol or unleaded standard grade
petrol.
l
Check the water level for the water
sprinkler system.
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Check the engine oil level.
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Check the scrapers, adjust if necessary.
2.3 Starting the engine
! Caution
The engine is provided with a low oil level
safety device. The engine cannot be started
if the oil level is too low.
Fig. 1
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Move the throttle lever 1 (Fig. 1) to
position "I" (detent).
Fig. 2
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Open the fuel valve 1 (Fig. 2) by turning it
in direction of arrow to the end stop.
Warm engine or warm ambient
temperature
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