SECTION 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4-22 DD-29/31HF/38HF Vibratory Asphalt Compactors
6. Once the machine has reached its destination, engage the brakes on each
drum by turning the screws counterclockwise.
7. Install plugs (1, Figure 4-29).
8. TURN ignition key to the “ON” position and verify the park brake switch is
illuminated to indicate the brake has been applied.
9. Check the parking brake using the parking brake test switch procedures
identified in Section 5 of these instructions.
NOTE: The propusion pump will reengage when the engine starts.
TOWING THE MACHINE: MODELS DD-31HF/DD-38HF
WARNING
!
Machine runaway condition could occur.
Always chock the drum and wheels of a disabled machine or hitch it to its
towing vehicle to prevent accidental movement while preparing the
machine for towing.
This is especially important if machine failure occurs on an incline.
To tow the machine, maximum 300 meters (984 feet), use the following
procedure.
CAUTION
!
Towing the compactor is limited to off the job site, onto the transporter,
off the transporter, and into the shop.
The machine used to tow the compactor should be heavier than or equal
to the weight of the compactor being towed.
Tow only on level ground or up a slight grade. Since the compactor
braking system has been disabled, the towing machine is the only means
of restraining the compactor while being towed.
Chock the disabled compactor whenever towing has stopped.
Refer to Transporting and Towing - Roading in Section 1, SAFETY before
transporting the compactor.
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