MBW AT84 - Manual (Page 7)

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O
PERATION
Introduction
MBW equipment is intended for use in very severe
applications.
This parts manual contains only standard parts. Variations
of these parts as well as other special parts are not included.
Contact your local MBW distributor for assistance in
identifying parts not included in this manual.
Before Starting & Operating
• REMEMBER! It is the owner’s responsibility to
communicate information on the safe use and proper
operation of this unit to the operators.
• Review ALL of the Safety Precautions listed on page 1 of
this manual.
• Familiarize yourself with the operation of the machine
and confirm that all controls function properly.
• Know how to STOP the machine in case of an
emergency.
• Make sure hands, feet, and clothing are at a safe
distance from any moving parts.
Connecting to Loader
1. Attach the roller to the skid steer loader with the
universal bracket. Be sure that the wedges and
levers are fully engaged and locked.
2. Connect the hydraulic hoses to the skid steer loader’s
auxiliary hydraulics supply using the quick couplers.
3. If skid loader is equipped with a high flow and low flow
ports, it is recommended to use the low flow side.
4. Lower the roller, and engage the loaders’ arms into
their float mode.
5. Engage the auxiliary hydraulics and allow the vibrator
to come up to speed.
Operating
• Check for loose hardware every 20 hours of operation.
• Do not run exciter when roller is not in contact with the
ground.
• Check that rated capacity of skid steer loader meets or
exceeds weight of roller attachment.
• The operating pressure supplied to the control valve
must fall in the range of 1500 to 3000 psi.
• The minimum volume requirement supplied to the control
valve is 10 gpm, but do not exceed 50 gpm.
• Do not use excessive down pressure when compacting
soil.
WARNING
Always stop the engine before:
Adding fuel.
Leaving the equipment unattended for any
amount of time.
Before making any repairs or adjustments to the
machine.