Mauldin 550-E User manual

OPERATIONS MANUAL
MODEL 550-E
Machine Serial Number: _
Specification Number: _
Engine Serial Number: _
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Calder Brothers Corporation
Model: 550E Gravity Feed Paver
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION ITEM PAGE
1.0
Daily Start-up Checklist ................................................................................................
3
2.0
Important Safety Information .......................................................................................
4
3.0
Service Warning ............................................................................................................
4
4.0
Paver Operation ............................................................................................................
5
4.1
Starting The Paver ..................................................................................................
6
4.2
Driving Techniques ................................................................................................
6
4.3
Steering Tension Adjustment ................................................................................
6
4.4
Two Speed ...............................................................................................................
6
5.0
Material Feed Operation ...............................................................................................
7
5.1
Automatic Material Feed Setups ...........................................................................
7
5.2
Manual Material Feed Setups ................................................................................
7
6.0
550-E Screed ™ .......................................................................................................
8
6.1
Screed Heating System ..........................................................................................
8
6.2
Crown Setting: 550-E Screed ™ ......................................................................
9
6.3
Extension Setting: 550-E Screed ™ ................................................................
10
6.4
Setting the 550-E to Pave .............................................................................
10
7.0
Drive System Adjustments ...........................................................................................
12
7.1
Rubber Tire: chain system tension procedure & settings .................................
12
7.2
Crawler Track Tensioning procedure & settings ................................................
12
8.0
Fluid Capacities & Recommendations ........................................................................
13
8.1
Recommended Fuels & Alternative Fuels ............................................................
13
8.2
Engine Coolant .......................................................................................................
13
8.3
Air Intake Cleaning WARNING ..............................................................................
13
9.0
LUBRICATION & SERVICE PROCEDURES ................................................................
13
9.1
Air Filters .................................................................................................................
13
9.2
Battery ....................................................................................................................
14
9.3
Engine & Engine Filters .........................................................................................
15
9.4
Hydraulic System ....................................................................................................
16
9.5
Troubleshooting Guide ..........................................................................................
17
9.6
Component Removal & Installation ......................................................................
20
9.7
Recommended Preventive Maintenance Intervals ..............................................
21
10.0
Warranty .........................................................................................................................
22

Calder Brothers Corporation
Model: 550E Gravity Feed Paver
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Daily Start-up Checklist
1. Check Fluid Levels:
a. Engine Oil
b. Engine Coolant
c. Hydraulic Oil
d. Wash Down fluid
2. With the key switch in the “ON” position:
a. Check Engine FuelLevel
b. Turn on wash down pump and verify operation, turn off whencomplete.
c. Verify proper operation of engine gauges or indicatorlights.
3. Turn Key switch back to “OFF” position.
4. Remove asphalt from all mechanical movingsurfaces
5. Remove asphalt from all screed burner heatingareas
6. Check Propane Tanklevel.
Perform All Propane Testing In A Well Ventilated Area Only!
FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT
AND / OR INJURY OR DEATH TO PERSONNEL.
7. Verify that ALL propane valves are in the closedposition.
8. Pressurize the propane system by opening the master valve located on the propane tank.
9. With system pressurized, listen for leaks. Run hand over all propane fittings to feel for
leaks. If any leaks are detected, DO NOT OPERATE UNTIL THEY AREREPAIRED!
10. Check pressure regulator is set to 4 –6 PSI on screed.
a. If regulated pressure is too high, open main screed valve only allowing gas to
escape.
b. Adjust regulator to 4 –6 PSI on screed.
c. Close main screedvalve.
11. Close the master valve located on the propanetank.
12. Verify & if necessary follow procedure to setscreed.
13. Perform a machine walk around lookingfor:
a. Any signs of physicaldamage
b. Any signs of a leak, (fuel, engine oil, hydraulic oil, engine coolant)
c. Welded steeljunctions
d. Hydraulic cylinder pins allsecure

Calder Brothers Corporation
Model: 550E Gravity Feed Paver
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Most accidents involving paver maintenance are caused by failure to observe basic safety rules or
precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing potentially hazardous situations
before an accident occurs.
Read and understand all safety precautions and warnings, before operating or performing
lubrication and maintenance on this paver.
WARNING: IMPROPER OPERATION, LUBRICATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS PAVERCAN BE
DANGEROUS AND COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THIS PAVER UNTIL YOU READ ANDUNDERSTAND THE
INSTRUCTIONS IN THE OPERATION SECTION OF THISMANUAL.
WARNING: DO NOT PERFORM ANY LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE ON THISPAVER UNTIL
YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE MAINTENANCE SECTION
OF THIS MANUAL.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE BURNERS ON SCREED FOR MORE THAN TENOR FIFTEEN
MINUTES AT ATIME.
General
SERVICE WARNING
Operating personnel must perform service checks regularly to be sure systems are in good
operating condition. If abnormal conditions are detected, inform maintenance personnel
immediately.
Check all systems for proper operation. Check chassis and all components for physical damage
and security of all fasteners and connectors.

Calder Brothers Corporation
Model: 550E Gravity Feed Paver
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PAVER OPERATION SECTION
Prior to starting the following procedures must be completed.
1. Check engine oil level 2. Check engine coolant level 3. Check hydraulic oillevel
The paver controls for the 550-E consist of two operator’s stations. The photograph below will
introduce the control panels as well as familiarize you with the terminology associated with them.
You will want to refer back to this page as you read through the manual.
MAIN CONTROL PANEL
High Range
Engine, Lights
Engine Throttle
Right Side
Hopper &
Extension
Ignition Switch
Neutral Light
Gauges
Maintenance Decal
Steering Handles