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CA 250PD PIN (S/N) *65920251* CA 250P PIN (S/N) *66020251* Dynapac's medium heavy vibratory soil compactor is the CA 250. This compactor is available in (smooth drum), P (padfoot) and PD versions respectively. Both the P and PD versions are used mainly on cohesive material and disintegrated rock.
This manual contains instructions concerning operation Proposition 65 Warning and use of the roller. For information regarding care and maintenance, see the manual, “MAINTENANCE, CA 250". Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of...
17. Make no changes or modifications on the roller that could affect safety. Changes may only be made following written consent by Dynapac. 18. Do not use the roller until the hydraulic fluid has reached its normal work- ing temperature.
Fig. 2 Tipping angle on side slopes To leave the cab in an emergency, release the hammer located on the rear right post and break the rear window. CA 250 O250EN3...
SAFETY DECALS, LOCATION/DESCRIPTION CA 250 O250EN3...
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Warning - hot surfaces in Emergency exit the engine compartment. Do not touch. Lifting point Securing Tires filled with ballast Start gas may never be used. point (Optional) Read the instruction manual. Battery disconnector Handbook Tire pressure Mass compartment Lifting plate CA 250 O250EN3...
Fig. 3 Operator’s platform 1. Machine plate PIN on frame The PIN (1) of the machine is punched on the front right edge of the forward frame beam. Fig. 4 Front frame 1. PIN CA 250 O250EN3...
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This engine conforms to xxxx U.S. EPA and California regulations for heavy duty non-road compression ignition diesel cycle engines as applicable. THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON DIESEL FUEL EU/EPA sign Fig. 6 Operator’s platform 1. Data plate/combination plate CA 250 O250EN3...
Warning lamp, hydraulic This lamp lights if the hydraulic fuel is too hot. temperature Stop the roller, and allow the fluid to cool down by idling the engine. Locate and remedy the fault. CA 250 O250EN3...
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The further from neutral, the higher the speed. The lamps 10, 11, 12 are checked when the Test button for warning lamps switch is pressed. Handbook compartment Stowage space for safety manual and operator’s manuals. CA 250 O250EN3...
Right mode, heating turned off. Air fan, switch Left mode, fan turned off. Right mode, cab (Optional) ventilation increases in three steps. Cab lighting, Press to turn on the cab lights. switch Windshield washer fluid Fill with new fluid as needed. CA 250 O250EN3...
• Cushioning to suit weight of operator (2). Always make sure that the seat is secure before beginning operation. Remember to use the seat belt (3). Fig. 11 Operator’s seat 1. Locking lever - length adjustment 2. Lever - weight adjustment 3. Seat belt CA 250 O250EN3...
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Fig. 14 Operator’s station friction is poor. 1. Seat belt 2. ROPS If the machine is fitted with a cab, make sure 3. Rubber element that the door is closed when in motion. 4. Anti-slip CA 250 O250EN3...
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BEFORE STARTING Field of view Before starting, make sure that the field of view is unobstructed, both in front and behind. All cab windows must be clean and rearview mirrors properly adjusted. Fig. 15 Field of view CA 250 O250EN3...
16. Revs control danger of carbon monoxide poisoning. 20. Forward/Reverse lever Start gas may not be used because the diesel engine is fitted with an electric preheating device in the intake tube. Risk of personal injury. CA 250 O250EN3...
Check and remedy any fault; see also the maintenance manual and the engine manual. If the warning lamp (11) for the air cleaner lights during operation (at full engine revs), the main filter must be cleaned or replaced; see Maintenance Manual. CA 250 O250EN3...
If the rear tires spin, set the drum drive low and the rear axle high. Set the knobs to their initial positions when grip is restored to the machine. Fig. 19 Control panel 14. Speed selector, drum 15. Speed selector, rear axle CA 250 O250EN3...
Switch off all lights and other electrical functions. Turn the starter switch (2) to mode O. Lower the instru- ment cover (on rollers without cab) and lock it. Fig. 21 Instrument panel 2. Starter switch CA 250 O250EN3...
This will prevent discharging of the battery and will also make it difficult for any unauthorized person to start and drive the machine. Also lock the engine compartment cover. Fig. 23 Battery compartmen 1. Battery disconnector CA 250 O250EN3...
(2) fitted with a wire, to secure the locking stud (3). The locking lug (4) is located on the tractor frame. Fig. 26 Articulation in open mode 1. Locking arm 2. Locking cotter 3. Locking stud 4. Locking lug CA 250 O250EN3...
(1). Screw out the adjusting screws (4) to their initial position 34 mm (1.34 in) from the Fig. 28 Rear axle contact surface, and tighten the locknuts (3). 3. Locknut Tighten the four hexagonal socket screws (5). 4. Adjusting screw CA 250 O250EN3...
(1). Screw out the adjusting screws (4) to their initial position 34 mm (1.34 in) from the contact surface, and tighten the locknuts (3). Towing mode Brake disengaged Tighten the four hexagonal socket screws (5). Fig. 29 Drum brake 5. Screw CA 250 O250EN3...
Clamp down the roller with lashing strap (3) at all four corners; decals indicate the fixing points. Fig. 31 Transportation 1. Chocks Remember to restore the articulation interlock 2. Supporting blocks to its open mode before starting the roller 3. Lashing wire again. CA 250 O250EN3...
Push in the reserve/parking brake knob. Stop the engine and chock the drums. 15. Lifting: – See the operation manual. 16. Towing: – See the operation manual. 17. Transport: – See the operation manual. 18. Retrieval: – See the operation manual. CA 250 O250EN3...
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