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PAGE 18 — MQ-MIKASA MDR-9D VIBRATORY ROLLER — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (12/17/03)
MDR-9D — INSPECTION
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Make sure that the machine is situated in a flat
surface so that level measurements will be accurate.
2. Pull out the dipstick from the oil tank (Figure 8).
CHECKING FUEL
1. Remove the fuel cap located on top of fuel tank.
2. Visually inspect to see if fuel level is low. If fuel is low, replenish
with diesel fuel (Figure 9).
3. When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration. DO
NOT top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
Figure 8. Oil Dipstick
DO NOT overfill oil tank. This could cause oil
leaks and sluggish operation. Clean cap and
surrounding area before opening to prevent
dirt from entering tank.
CAUTION :
HOLDER
ENGINE OIL
DIPSTICK
Figure 9. Refueling
Table 4. Oil Selection Chart
-40
-30
-10
-20
-22
-40
-4
-14
032
50
68
86
104
122
10
20
30
40
50
F
C
5W/30
5W/40
10W
10W/30
10W/40
15W/40
20W/20
30
40
OIL: SAE
CAUTION :
Never operate the vibratory
roller in a confined area or
enclosed structure that does
not provide ample
free flow
of air.
BEFORE STARTING
1. Read safety instructions at the beginning
of manual.
2. Familiarize yourself with the operating
and control elements of the machine and
the working environment. This includes obstacles in the
working area, bearing capacity of the ground and the
necessary safety provisions.
3. Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If the air filter is dirty, replace
air filter with a new one as required.
4. Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness. Loose threads
may cause damage to the machine when vibrating.
5. Understand the geographical features and regulations of
the job site.
6. Clean the vibratory roller, removing dirt and dust,
particularly, the bottom of the plate, engine cooling air inlet.
ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing
protection before operating the vibratory roller.
3. If the oil level is low, fill to the edge of the oil filler
hole with the recommended oil type (Table 4).
Maximum oil capacity is 2 quarts (1.9 liters).
Explosive Fuel
DANGER
Diesel fuel is highly flammable and can be dan-
gerous if mishandled. DO NOT smoke while
refueling. DO NOT attempt to refuel the vibratory
roller if the engine is
hot!
or
running.
Explosive Fuel
DANGER
Fuel spillage on a hot engine can case a
fire
or
explosion
. If fuel spillage occurs, wipe up the
spilled fuel completely to prevent fire hazards.
NEVER!
smoke around or near the roller.