REED LOVA SERIES 4 User Manual

OPERATION, MAINTENANCE
AND PARTS MANUAL
PNEUMATIC SPRAYING MACHINE MODEL:
LOVA™ SERIES 4
REED, provides this manual for the guidance of all owners, operators and servicing personnel in
order to obtain the longest possible trouble-free service. It contains data, specifications, warranty,
schematics, operating instructions, lubrication procedures, maintenance procedures, illustrated
parts breakdown, vendor information, service bulletins, and safety rules.
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FIRST EDITION: JANUARY 1999
LAST REVISION: JUNE 2002
STARTING SERIAL NUMBER: 3487
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REED LOVA SERIES 4 Specifications

General

Model	LOVA SERIES 4
Category	Construction Equipment
Manufacturer	REED
Type	Plate Compactor
Engine Type	Honda

Summary

Pneumatic Spraying Machines Warranty

Warranty Terms and Conditions

LOVA Guncrete Machine Specifications

Configurations and Output Estimates

Details different LOVA configurations and production output.

Product Description of the LOVA Series 4

Machine Operation and Components

Technical Data and Specifications

Machine Specifications Table

Provides key technical data including output, distances, and hose sizes.

Safety Awareness and Precautions

Think Safety: Personal Protective Equipment

Required Personal Protective Equipment

Details essential safety gear for operating the LOVA machine.

Think Safety: Clothing and Impairment

Clothing Hazards and Substance Impairment

Think Safety: Operational Practices

Safe Operation and Maintenance Practices

Operator Qualifications

Requirements for Safe and Proficient Operation

Stresses the importance of training and understanding for operators.

Pre-Operation Inspection

Importance of Daily Walk-around Checks

Pre-Operation Inspection Checklist

Machine Condition and System Checks

Operation Instructions

Job Site Setup Procedures

Operation Instructions (Continued)

Machine Start-Up Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for starting the LOVA machine.

Shut-Down of Machine

Proper Machine Shutdown Sequence

Details the correct procedure for safely shutting down the machine.

Operational Troubleshooting Tips (Part 1)

Troubleshooting Excessive Air Blowing

Addresses issues with air blowing up and out of the hopper.

Operational Troubleshooting Tips (Part 2)

Troubleshooting Insufficient Volume and Leaks

Covers insufficient material volume and leaks around the feed bowl.

Operational Troubleshooting Tips (Part 3)

Troubleshooting Surging Material and Feed Wheel

Addresses surging material, feed wheel speed, and blockages.

Operational Troubleshooting Tips (Part 4)

Troubleshooting Rebound and Hose Blockage

Covers excess rebound during spraying and hose blockages.

Preventative Maintenance

Importance of Regular Maintenance

Scheduled Inspection

Frame, Hopper, and Main Operating Parts Inspection

Air Motor, Gear Case, and Controls Inspection

General Maintenance and Service

Air Motor Filter Servicing

Instructions for cleaning and servicing the air motor filter.

Air Motor Lubricator Servicing

Guidance on cleaning and adjusting the air motor lubricator.

Gear Case Maintenance and Lubrication

Details on checking and maintaining the gear case oil level.

Adjustments

Riser Plate Installation

Feed Bowl and Wear Plate Adjustment

Felt Seal and Rock Shear Installation

Rubber Sealing Pad Installation

Pad Adjustment Procedure

Step-by-step guide for adjusting the sealing pad.

Pad Adjustment Details and Pressure

Provides further details on pad adjustment and maintaining equal pressure.