4-18 LeeBoy 8515D Conveyor Paver
Operation
Steering and Speed Control
Use the dual joysticks for steering and speed control. It
is important to move the joysticks SLOWLY. The RUN/
STOP switch applies parking brake when set to the
STOP position. (Figure 4-30)
Rapid counter-rotation in either
direction can result in the operator being thrown
from the machine and suffer personal injury or
death. Counter-rotation occurs if one joystick is in
the extreme forward position and the other is in the
extreme rear position while the machine is in gear
and moving. Make only slow adjustments to joysticks
or steering wheel to turn machine.
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Figure 4-30. Steering and Speed Control Box
1 - Dual Joysticks
2 - RUN/STOP Switch
NOTE: To slow the paver, move joysticks closer to
the neutral position.
NOTE: To stop the paver, pull joysticks back to the
neutral position.
• To drive the paver forward, lift up on the joysticks and
push forward to reach the desired speed.
• To move in reverse, lift up on the joysticks and move
backwards to reach desired speed.
• Return joysticks to the neutral position to stop paver.
• To steer the unit to the left, SLOWLY push the right
joystick farther forward than the left joystick. The
farther the joystick is pushed, the more the paver
turns. Slow and easy adjustments are required for
safe operation.
Driving the Paver
The operator can operate the paver from either side of
the operator platform. Multiple switches and dials allow
the operators to control all paving functions. (Pages
3-6 to 3-11)
NOTE: The Emergency Stop button on the main
operator console is used to shut down the engine
and all paver functions in the event of an emergency.
DO NOT leave the operator station
unattended while the paver is in gear or in motion.
Operator must return joysticks to the neutral position
and turn the RUN/STOP switch to the STOP position
before leaving the operator platform.
Operator Control Station
The paver can be operated from either side for your
convenience. A steering and speed control box with
dual joysticks are located on each side of the platform.
An optional steering wheel is also available.
NOTE: If equipped with the optional steering wheel
control box: If the joystick steering function is
not being used, the Run/Stop switch must be
in the OFF position. (Figure 4-30)
The operator control panel contains paver function
switches with main controls in the center. (Figure 4-29)
Figure 4-29. Operator Station
• Place both joysticks in the neutral position on the side
being deactivated. (Figure 4-30)
• Move the RUN/STOP switch to the STOP position.
• Follow the start-up procedure. (Page 4-4)
Ensure there are no people, obstacles
or other equipment in the path of the paver before
moving in either direction.
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