INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of this Third Coast Equipment, Inc. (“Third Coast”) asphalt roller. Please read this operator’s manual in its entirety prior to using your new machine. This manual provides information pertaining to the safe use, proper operation, and routine maintenance of this machine.
For a temperate climate, it is recommended to use HV46 or HV68. When change the hydraulic oil, please change entirely. Do not use different brands of the mixed hydraulic oil. Asphalt Roller RA29 43.4 Diesel lbs. 6115 2774 Serial No.
MACHINE LABELS LABEL INTERPRETATION Asphalt Roller RA29 NAMEPLATE: This label lists important 43.4 lbs. 6115 2774 information about the machine including Serial No. 3CECT48H225808 THIRD COAST EQUIPMENT, Inc. model, serial number, and other information. New Berlin, WI USA www.thirdcoastequipment.com TIE DOWN: This label identifies safe tie- down points for securing the machine for transport.
LABEL INTERPRETATION READ THE MANUAL: This label instructs the operator to read the manual prior to operating the machine. BATTERY DISCONNECT: This label indicates the location of the battery disconnect switch. HAZARDS & RISKS CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Use of this product may expose you to certain chemicals, including engine exhaust, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer.
MECHANICAL HAZARDS Certain mechanical hazards are inherit in operating this machine due to the weight, operation, travel, and vibration of this machine. Disregarding these warnings can lead to serious injury. Do not operate this machine unless all protective guards are in place. Keep hands and feet clear of rotating and moving parts.
Do not refuel this machine in confined spaces. Diesel vapors may be hazardous to your health, and concentrated vapors may cause an explosive atmosphere. Any fluids spilled from the machine, whether flammable or not, must be cleaned up in a manner consistent with all local environmental regulations.
OPERA TION FAMILIARIZATION WITH THE ROLLER & ITS COMPONENTS Prior to operating this roller, it is important to be aware of the critical components, safety features, and safe operating procedure of this machine. EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON The Emergency Stop button is located on the operator’s right side of the steering column and is indicated by the label shown to the right.
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You can change the value for “Inhibit” to ON to bypass active regeneration. The “Interlock” and “Request” modes should be left as-is and only adjusted by a Third Coast Equipment or Yanmar dealer. DPF BYPASS ENABLE/INHIBIT MODE SELECTION...
STARTING THE ROLLER Ensure the area around the roller is free from personnel, debris, and other potential hazards prior to mounting the roller. Ensure the engine speed is in the position, the Emergency Stop is disengaged, and the joystick is in the NEUTRAL “N” position. Sit in the operator’s seat and fasten the seat belt before starting the roller.
USING THE EDGE CUTTER The edge cutter is a factory-installed accessory for shaping the outer edges of an asphalt surface, either to provide a perfect finished edge, correct mistakes, or provide an ascending or descending shape for diverting or directing rainwater. To operate the edge cutter, install the correct profile blade (straight, ascending, or descending), and then use the yellow buttons on the joystick to raise and lower the edge cutter as desired.
EXTENDED STORAGE Following proper long-term storage procedures ensures the machine is ready to operate when you return to it. The following procedures should always be performed when the machine will not be in use for the next 30 days: Thoroughly clean the exterior of the machine with a damp rag, then dry it. Do not use solvents. Check and repair any leaks and tighten any loose hardware prior to storage.
CARE & PREVENT A TIVE MAINTENANCE Third Coast rollers are designed to provide years of trouble-free service, but as with all power equipment, periodic maintenance is required to keep this machine running smoothly. Maintenance is a normal part of ownership of any machine and must be carried out on time per the prescribed intervals or sooner, as needed.
MONTHLY OPERATIONAL CHECKS After each month of operation, or each 100 hours, whichever occurs first: Grease the articulation joint (both top and bottom pins) with NLGI No. 2 synthetic multipurpose grease. Clean the fuel and air filters. After each month of operation, or each 200 hours, whichever occurs first: Replace the hydraulic oil filter.
TIGHTENING TORQUE TABLES The threaded fasteners on this machine are all right handed, coarse-thread, metric, Class 8.8 or Class 12.9 fasteners. All fasteners on this machine are marked by strength class and must be torqued to the proper specification for that class. To identify whether a fastener is a Class 8.8 or Class 12.9 fastener, check the identifying marks stamped on the head.
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS This machine features a Yanmar liquie-cooled Tier 4 final diesel engine. Full engine specifications can be found in your Honda engine manual, but key specifications are summarized below: TABLE 6: ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE DATA Engine Manufacturer Yanmar 3TNV86CT - DTY Engine Model # Fuel Type Diesel...
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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Engine does not start; Low engine oil. Check oil level and refill as needed. it turns over but will Low fuel level or bad fuel. Check fuel level and age of fuel. not maintain operation. Inadequate glow plug cycle time. Cycle glow plugs for five seconds, and try starting engine again.
HYDRAULIC DIAGRAM WARRANTY Third Coast Equipment stands behind all of its products with a best in class warranty, including: Five-year warranty on spare parts WARRANTY Four-year warranty on Vanguard engines Three-year warranty on Honda engines Two-year warranty on Yanmar engines...
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3CE Dealer Card Third Coast Equipment, inc. New Berlin, WI RA29-OM-01 thirdcoastequipment.com...
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