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These instructions apply from: CA300 PIN (S/N) *74X20300* One of Dynapac's medium heavy vibratory soil compactors is the CA300. It is available in a solely wheel-driven version and in a wheel-and-drum-driven version, called CA300STD and CA300D. All types of base courses and reinforcement courses can be compacted to considerable depth.
When starting up and driving a cold machine, California to cause cancer, birth defects, which implies cold hydraulic fluid, the braking and other reproductive harm. distance will be longer than normal until the machine reaches normal working temperature. CA300 O300EN1...
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. CA300 O300EN1...
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Warning - hot surfaces in Emergency exit the engine compartment. Do not touch. Lifting point Mass Lifting plate Tires filled with ballast Read the instruction manual. Securing point 110-150 kPa Battery 16-22 psi disconnector Handbook Tire pressure compartment = Optional CA300 O300EN1...
Please state the PIN (serial number) of the roller when ordering spare parts. 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 CA300 O300EN1...
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Int. Exh. Fuel rate at rated HP Date of MFG. Firing Order Low Idle RPM Made in Great Britain. 3284907 Rated HP/KW Fig. 5 Engine 1. Engine plate CA300 O300EN1...
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. CA300 O300EN1...
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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. CA300 O300EN1...
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. CA300 O300EN1...
• 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. 10 Operator’s seat 1. Locking lever - length adjustment 2. Lever - weight adjustment 3. Seat belt CA300 O300EN1...
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Fig. 13 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 CA300 O300EN1...
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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. 14 Field of view CA300 O300EN1...
7. Charging lamp Ensure that ventilation (evacuation) is 8. Brake lamp adequate if the engine is run indoors. ie, 9. Oil pressure lamp/engine danger of carbon monoxide poisoning. temperature 13. Amplitude selector 16. Revs control 20. Forward/Reverse lever CA300 O300EN1...
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. CA300 O300EN1...
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. 18 Control panel 14. Speed selector, drum 15. Speed selector, rear axle CA300 O300EN1...
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. 20 Instrument panel 2. Starter switch CA300 O300EN1...
This will prevent discharging of the battery and will also make it difficult for any unauthorized person to start and drive the machine. Lock the engine compartment too. Fig. 22 Battery compartmen 1. Battery disconnector CA300 O300EN1...
(2) fitted with a wire, to secure the locking stud (3). The locking lug (4) is located on the tractor frame. Fig. 25 Articulation in open mode 1. Locking arm 2. Locking cotter 3. Locking stud 4. Locking lug CA300 O300EN1...
(1). Screw out the adjusting screws (4) to their initial position 34 mm (1.34 in) from the Fig. 27 Rear axle contact surface, and tighten the locknuts (3). 3. Locknut Tighten the four hexagonal socket screws (5). 4. Adjusting screw CA300 O300EN1...
(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. 28 Drum brake 5. Screw CA300 O300EN1...
Clamp down the roller with lashing strap (3) at all four corners; decals indicate the fixing points. Fig. 30 Transportation 1. Chocks Remember to restore the articulation interlock 2. Supporting blocks to its open mode before starting the roller 3. Lashing wire again. CA300 O300EN1...
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. CA300 O300EN1...
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