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PAGE 14 — MQ-MIKASA MDR-9GH VIBRATORY ROLLER — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (12/17/03)
MDR-9GH — GENERAL INFORMATION
FREQUENCY/SPEED
The vibrating roller maximum frequency is 3000 vpm (vibrations
per minute). The forward and reverse travel speed of the vibratory
roller is approximately 1.8 mph (3 km/hour).
ENGINE
The Mikasa MDR-9GH Vibratory Roller is equipped with a
HONDA GX340KQAE2 engine.
CONTROLS
Before starting the MDR-9GH Vibratory Roller, identify and
understand the function of the controls and components as
indicated in Figure 6.
TRANSPORTATION
Adjustable transport hooks allow an operator to place the roller
on the tailgate of a dump truck without any assistance. The
control handle of the MDR-9GH Vibratory Roller can be folded
vertically for ease of transport and storage.
LIFTING THE ROLLER
When lifting of the roller is required (Figure 3), attach a suitable
hook or shackle to the
lifting hooks
of the roller. Make sure the
lifting device is capable of lifting 1,940 lbs (880 kg).
The Mikasa Model MDR-9GH is a powerful compacting tool
capable of applying a tremendous force in consecutive impacts
to a soil surface. With 28-inch drums and 32 inches overall width,
virtually any asphalt or mixed granular soil compaction job is
quickly cut down to size.
The impact force of the MDR-9GH levels and uniformly
compacts voids between soil particles to increase dry density.
Features include:
Hydraulic variable speed transmission assures easy
handling.
Deadman device which when pressed or hit will
cause the travel lever to return to neutral position
bringing the machine to a stop.
Non-corrosive water tank for the sprinkler system with a
capacity of 6 gallons.
Simple dual-lever controls assure operator safety and
convenience.
Sight gauge for hydraulic oil tank.
Front -mounted auxiliary travel lever.
Four large rubber shock mounts minimize vibrations to the
engine and hydraulics.
Convenient tie-downs, front and rear.
Scraper Bar.
Drum sprinkler system.
Handle folds to 90 degrees for storage and transport..
Figure 3. Lifting The Roller