OPERATING CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
HYDRAULIC OIL TEMPERATURE GAUGE
The temperature gauge (10) indicates the temperature of the hydraulic oil. The gauge includes
a green 38 to 82º C (100 to 180º F) normal operating range, yellow 82 to 104º C (180 to 220º
F) above normal operating range and a red 104 to 121º C (220 to 250º F) high range.
NOTE: If the indicated temperature exceeds 104º C (220º F), shut down the
engine and call for service assistance to correct the problem.
SPEEDOMETER
The speedometer (11) records the machine travel speed.
IGNITION SWITCH
The key operated, 3-position (STOP, Run, Start) ignition switch (12) controls the engine
stopping, starting and run operations by selecting:
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STOP position =
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RUN position =
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START position =
Once the engine starts, release the switch immediately and it automatically returns to the Run
position. If the engine does not start, attempt to restart.
Starter may overheat if operated longer than 30 seconds. Allow the
starter to cool for 2 to 3 minutes before trying again.
HIGH/LOW ENGINE SPEED SWITCH (THROTTLE)
This two-position switch (13) is used to select high or low idle speed. Compacting must be
done in high speed.
NOTE: Do not allow engine to idle for more than 10 minutes.
Always ensure that the engine speed is at Operating rpm before operating your compactor.
Full engine power is necessary to obtain the proper component operation and maximum VIP
for greatest efficiency.
SPEED RANGE SELECTOR SWITCH
This switch (14) controls selection of either Low
All compacting must be done in low range. High range is used for traveling between site
locations.
SD-116F/DX/122D/F/DX/160F/DX/190DX/200F/DX
NOTICE
travel speed range or
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High range.
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