RECEIVING THE MACHINE
The LeeBoy Model 8608 Commercial Paver offers the
latest technology to deliver asphalt more evenly and
efciently for seamless mats at paving widths up to 15
feet.
Read this manual carefully before
operating the machine. Only authorized personnel
who are properly trained should operate the paver.
Although the machine has been checked thoroughly by
the manufacturer, road hazards or other factors during
transport may result in damage. Be sure to check the
machine thoroughly before operating it:
1. Check engine oil. (Page 5-19)
2. Check hydraulic uid level. (Page 5-27)
3. Check machine hoses for any damage or leaks.
4. Inspect machine for any damage during transport.
Contact your authorized dealer immediately if any
damage has occurred.
Initial and Daily InspectionInitial and Daily Inspection
The following inspection is essential and should be
performed before the initial start-up. Visually inspect the
unit to check its general condition and for familiarization.
Continue with a check of the systems and components
shown in Table 4-1 below:
Table 4-1.Initial Inspection
INSPECT PROCEDURE
Engine Oil
Level
Maintain oil level between ADD and
FULL marks on dipstick.
Fuel Tank
Check for adequate fuel supply. Fill if
needed. Always ll tank at end of the day
to prevent condensation in the tank.
Hydraulic
Tank
Check the tank for oil level and leaks.
Radiator Check coolant level.
Battery
Ensure all cables are tight and clean.
Check for corrosion on the battery
terminals.
Air Cleaner
Check the air lter element and hose
connections. Air cleaner has both a
primary and secondary lter.
Drain Plugs Make sure plugs are inserted and tight.
Engine Belt Check for proper belt tension.
Grease
Fittings
Ensure ttings are greased and in good
working order.
Hopper Lock ValvesHopper Lock Valves
The hopper cylinder valves can be used to lock the hopper
wings when they are open or closed, and are located inside
the right engine access panel. (Figure 4-1) Be sure to
unlock the hopper valves before operation!
• Turn the valve counterclockwise to unlock the hopper
wings.
• Turn the valve clockwise to lock the hopper wings.
Hopper Cylinder Lock Valves
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Figure 4-1. Hopper Cylinder Lock Valve
Ensure screed lock pins and hopper
cylinder valves are unlocked before extending or
retracting the screed or hopper wings.
Screed Lock PinsScreed Lock Pins
Screed lock pins (one on each side) adds additional safety
and stability during operation and transport.
Figure 4-2. Screed Lock Pin
To lock and unlock the screed lock pins:
• Loosen thumb screw, lift up and slide to the desired
locked or unlocked position.
• Lower into desired position and retighten thumb
screw.
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Operation
8608 Commercial Paver 4-3
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