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RD7 Operation
4.15 Machine Stability
Surface
conditions
Pay attention to changing surface conditions while operating the machine. Adjust
speed and travel direction as necessary to maintain safe operation.
■ Machine stability and traction may be severely reduced when operating on
uneven or rough terrain, rocky soils, or wet or loosely packed surface material.
■ The machine may suddenly tip, sink, or fall when moved onto surfaces that have
been newly filled with earth.
Travel speed A fast moving machine is more likely to tip or fall over while making turns or
changing direction.
► Reduce travel speed before turning the machine.
Drum
overhang
The machine can tip suddenly if more than half of the drum width extends beyond
the edge of the elevated surface.
► Reduce travel speed and watch the drum position carefully when operating
along the edge of an elevated surface.
► Keep as much of the drum on the elevated surface as possible.
Vibrating on a
compacted
surface
Activating the vibratory system on a fully compacted surface may cause the drums
to rebound and momentarily lose contact with the ground. If this occurs while the
machine is on an incline, the machine may slide.
► If the drums rebound on the compacted surface, reduce vibration speed or stop
vibration entirely.
WARNING
Crushing hazards. Certain job site conditions or operating practices may adversely
affect machine stability.
► Follow the instructions below to reduce the risk of tipping or falling incidents.