Patron RP 504 User manual

RP504
EN Operator's manual 2-21
ES-MX Manual de usuario 22-42
FR-CA Manuel d’utilisation 43-63

Contents
Introduction..................................................................... 2
Safety..............................................................................5
Operation........................................................................ 9
Maintenance................................................................. 12
Transportation, storage and disposal........................... 17
Technical data.............................................................. 19
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Introduction
California Proposition 65
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Product description
The product is a walk-behind reversible plate compactor
for compaction of granular soils in moderately thick
layers to layers of larger depth.
Intended use
The product is for professional operation only. Use the
product for repairs and maintenance of driveways, paths
and parking lots. With the optional block paving kit the
product can also be used for block paving. Do not use
the product for other tasks.
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Product overview
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1. Operator's manual
2. Handle
3. Hydraulic oil tank
4. Hydraulic oil dipstick
5. Breather filter
6. Safety frame
7. Lifting eye
8. Lock lever for the handle
9. Compaction indicator
10. Safety straps
11. Type plate
12. Vibration damping units
Note: There are also 10 vibration damping units
between the handle and the engine plate. Refer to
To do a check of the vibration damping units on
page 8 .
13. Oil plug for the eccentric element
14. Eccentric element
15. Throttle control
16. Hour meter and indicators for battery charge and
engine oil pressure
17. Ignition key
18. V-belt
19. V-belt cover
Throttle control
1
2
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1. Button for idle speed
2. Button for full throttle speed
Symbols on the product
Be careful and use the product correctly.
This product can cause serious injury or
death to the operator or others.
Read the manual carefully and make
sure that you understand the instructions
before you use the product.
Read the manual carefully and make
sure that you understand the instructions
before you use the product.
Use hearing protection.
Use protective boots.
Ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuel only.
Manual start.
Electrical start.
Hydraulic oil level.
Bio-Hydr.
Biological hydraulic oil.
The vibrations start. Symbol for a button
of the throttle control.
N
Idle speed. Symbol for a button of the
throttle control.
The battery charges.
Hour meter.
Engine oil pressure.
Risk of injury. Be careful around the drive
belt.
Risk of injury if the handle falls on you.
Lock the handle in the lifted position.
Hot surface.
Lifting point on the safety frame.
Move the product forward.
Move the product rear-
ward.
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Note: Other symbols/decals on the product refer to
special certification requirements for some markets.
Type plate
5 643
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1. Product type
2. Product number
3. Product weight
4. Manufacturer
5. Rated power
6. Production year
Product liability
As referred to in the product liability laws, we are not
liable for damages that our product causes if:
• the product is incorrectly repaired.
• the product is repaired with parts that are not
from the manufacturer or not approved by the
manufacturer.
• the product has an accessory that is not from the
manufacturer or not approved by the manufacturer.
• the product is not repaired at an approved service
center or by an approved authority.
Safety
Safety definitions
Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out
specially important parts of the manual.
WARNING: Used if there is a risk of
injury or death for the operator or bystanders
if the instructions in the manual are not
obeyed.
CAUTION: Used if there is a risk of
damage to the product, other materials or
the adjacent area if the instructions in the
manual are not obeyed.
Note: Used to give more information that is necessary
in a given situation.
General safety instructions
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• This product is a dangerous tool if you are not
careful or if you use the product incorrectly. This
product can cause serious injury or death to the
operator or others. Before you use the product,
you must read and understand the contents of this
operator’s manual.
• Save all warnings and instructions.
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
• The operator and the employer of the operator must
know and prevent the risks during operation of the
product.
• Do not let a person operate the product unless they
read and understand the contents of the operator's
manual.
• Do not operate the product unless you receive
training before use. Make sure that all operators
receive training.
• Do not let a child operate the product.
• Only let approved persons operate the product.
• The operator is responsible for accidents that occur
to other persons or their property.
• Do not use the product if you are tired, ill, or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
• Always be careful and use your common sense.
• This product produces an electromagnetic field
during operation. This field can under some
circumstances interfere with active or passive
medical implants. To decrease the risk of serious
injury or death, we recommend persons with medical
implants to speak to their physician and the medical
implant manufacturer before operating this product.
• Keep the product clean. Make sure that you can
clearly read signs and decals.
• Do not use the product if it is defective.
• Do not do modifications to this product.
• Do not operate the product if it is possible that other
persons have done modifications to the product.
Safety instructions for operation
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Make sure that you know how to stop the engine
quickly in an emergency.
• The operator must have the physical strength that is
necessary to operate the product safely.
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• Do not operate the product without all protective
covers installed.
• Use personal protective equipment. Refer to
Personal protective equipment on page 7 .
• Make sure that only approved persons are in the
work area.
• Keep the work area clean and bright.
• Make sure that you are in a safe and stable position
during operation.
• Make sure that there is no risk that you or the
product can fall from a height.
• Make sure that there is no grease or oil on the
handle.
• Do not use the product in areas where fire or
explosions can occur.
• The product can cause objects to eject at high
speed. Make sure that all persons in the work
area use approved personal protective equipment.
Remove loose objects from the work area.
• Before you go away from the product, stop the
engine and make sure that there is no risk of
accidental start.
• Do not touch the bottom plate when you operate the
product or after the engine stops. The bottom plate is
hot. Hot areas can cause injury.
• Make sure that clothes, long hair and jewelry do not
get caught in moving parts.
• Do not sit on the product.
• Do not hit the product.
• Always operate the product from behind with your
hands on the handle.
• Do not operate the product near electrical cables.
The product does not have electrical insulation and
injury or death can occur.
• Before you operate the product, find out if there are
hidden wires, cables and pipes in the work area.
If the product hits a hidden object, stop the engine
immediately and examine the product and the object.
Do not start to operate the product again until you
know that it is safe to continue.
Vibration safety
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• During operation of the product, vibrations go from
the product to the operator. Regular and frequent
operation of the product can cause or increase the
degree of injuries to the operator. Injuries can occur
in fingers, hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, and/or
nerves and blood supply or other body parts. The
injuries can be debilitating and/or permanent, and
can increase gradually during weeks, months or
years. Possible injuries include damage to the blood
circulation system, the nervous system, joints, and
other body structures.
• Symptoms can occur during operation of the product
or at other times. If you have symptoms and
continue to operate the product, the symptoms can
increase or become permanent. If these or other
symptoms occur, get medical aid:
• Numbness, loss of feeling, tingling, pricking,
pain, burning, throbbing, stiffness, clumsiness,
loss of strength, changes in skin color or
condition.
• Symptoms can increase in cold temperatures. Use
warm clothing and keep your hands warm and dry
when you operate the product in cold environments.
• Do maintenance on and operate the product as
given in the operator's manual, to keep a correct
vibration level.
• The product has a vibration damping system that
decreases the vibrations from the handles to the
operator. Let the product do the work. Do not
push the product with force. Hold the product at
the handles lightly, but make sure that you control
the product and operate it safely. Do not push the
handles into the end stops more than necessary.
• Keep your hands on the handle or handles only.
Keep all other body parts away from the product.
• Stop the product immediately if strong vibrations
suddenly occurs. Do not continue the operation
before the cause of the increased vibrations is
removed.
Dust safety
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Operation of the product can cause dust in the
air. Dust can cause serious injury and permanent
health problems. Silica dust is regulated as harmful
by several authorities. These are examples of such
health problems:
• The fatal lung diseases chronic bronchitis,
silicosis and pulmonary fibrosis
• Cancer
• Birth defects
• Skin inflammation
• Use correct equipment to decrease the quantity of
dust and fumes in the air and to decrease dust on
work equipment, surfaces, clothing and body parts.
Examples of controls are dust collection systems
and water sprays to bind dust. Decrease dust at
the source where possible. Make sure that the
equipment is correctly installed and used and that
regular maintenance is done.
• Use approved respiratory protection. Make sure
that the respiratory protection is applicable for the
dangerous materials in the work area.
• Make sure that the airflow is sufficient in the work
area.
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• If it is possible, point the exhaust of the product
where it cannot cause dust to go into the air.
Exhaust fumes safety
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• The exhaust fumes from the engine contain carbon
monoxide which is an odourless, poisonous and very
dangerous gas. To breathe carbon monoxide can
cause death. Because carbon monoxide is odourless
and cannot be seen, it is not possible to sense it. A
symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning is dizziness,
but it is possible that a person becomes unconscious
without warning if the quantity or concentration of
carbon monoxide is sufficient.
• Exhaust fumes also contain unburned hydrocarbons
including benzene. Long-term inhalation can cause
health problems.
• Exhaust fumes that you can see or smell also
contain carbon monoxide.
• Do not use a combustion engine product indoors or
in areas that do not have sufficient airflow.
• Do not breathe the exhaust fumes.
• Make sure that the airflow in the work area is
sufficient. This is very important when you operate
the product in trenches or other small work areas
where exhaust fumes can easily collect.
Noise safety
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• High noise levels and long-term exposure to noise
can cause noise-induced hearing loss.
• To keep the noise level to a minimum, do
maintenance on and operate the product as given
in the operator's manual.
• Examine the muffler for damages and defects. Make
sure that the muffler is correctly attached to the
product.
• Use approved hearing protection while you operate
the product.
• Listen for warning signals and voices when you use
hearing protection. Remove the hearing protection
when the product is stopped, unless hearing
protection is necessary for the noise level in the work
area.
Personal protective equipment
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Always use approved personal protective equipment
when you operate the product. Personal protective
equipment cannot fully prevent injury but it
decreases the degree of injury if an accident does
occur. Let your dealer help you select the correct
personal protective equipment.
• Regularly do a check of the condition of the personal
protective equipment.
• Use an approved protective helmet.
• Use approved hearing protection.
• Use approved respiratory protection.
• Use approved eye protection with side protection.
• Use protective gloves.
• Use boots with steel toe-cap and non-slip sole.
• Use approved work clothing or equivalent close-
fitting clothing that has long sleeves and long legs.
Fire extinguisher
• Keep a fire extinguisher near during operation.
• Use a powder fire extinguisher of "ABE" class or a
carbon dioxide fire extinguisher of "BE" type.
Safety devices on the product
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Do not use a product with defective safety devices.
• Do a check of the safety devices regularly. If the
safety devices are defective, speak to your Patron
service agent.
Muffler
The muffler keeps the noise levels to a minimum and
sends the exhaust fumes away from the operator.
Do not use the product if the muffler is missing or
defective. A defective muffler increases the noise level
and the risk of fire.
WARNING: The muffler becomes very
hot during and after use and when the
engine operates at idle speed. Be careful
near flammable materials and/or fumes to
prevent fire.
To do a check of the muffler
• Examine the muffler regularly to make sure that it is
attached correctly and not damaged.
Safety frame
The safety frame prevents damage to the product if it
falls.
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To do a check of the safety frame
• Make sure that there are no cracks or other
damages on the safety frame.
• Make sure that the safety frame is correctly installed
on the product.
Vibration damping units
The vibration damping units decrease vibration in the
product. The vibration damping units decrease harmful
vibrations to prevent injury to the operator and damage
to the product.
To do a check of the vibration damping units
There are 10 vibration damping units, 2 on each side of
the product, 5 between the handle and the engine plate,
and 1 between the handle and handle lock lever.
• Make sure that the vibration damping units are
correctly installed.
• Examine the vibration damping units for damages
and wear.
• Replace the vibration damping units if it is
necessary.
Fuel safety
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Fuel is flammable and the fumes are explosive. Be
careful with fuel to prevent injury, fire and explosion.
• Do not breathe in the fuel fumes. The fuel fumes are
poisonous and can cause injury. Make sure that the
airflow is sufficient.
• Do not remove the fuel tank cap or fill the fuel tank
when the engine is on.
• Let the engine become cool before you refuel.
• Do not fill fuel in an indoor area. Not sufficient airflow
can cause injury or death because of asphyxiation or
carbon monoxide.
• Do not smoke near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not put hot objects near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not fill fuel near sparks or flames.
• Before you refuel, open the fuel tank cap slowly and
release the pressure carefully.
• Fuel on your skin can cause injury. If you get fuel on
your skin, use soap and water to remove the fuel.
• If you spill fuel on your clothing, change clothing
immediately.
• Do not fill the fuel tank fully. Heat causes the fuel to
expand. Keep a space at the top of the fuel tank.
• Tighten the fuel tank cap fully. If the fuel tank cap is
not tightened, there is a risk of fire.
• Before you start the product, move the product to a
minimum of 3 m/10 ft from where you refueled.
• Do not start the product if there is fuel or engine
oil on the product. Remove the unwanted fuel and
engine oil and let the product dry before you start the
engine.
• Examine the engine for leaks regularly. If there are
leaks in the fuel system, do not start the engine until
the leaks are repaired.
• Do not use your fingers to examine the engine for
leaks.
• Keep fuel in approved containers only.
• When the product and fuel is in storage, make sure
that fuel and fuel fumes cannot cause damage.
• Drain the fuel in an approved container outdoors and
away from sparks and flames.
Battery safety
WARNING: A damaged battery can
cause an explosion and cause injury. If the
battery has a deformation or is damaged,
speak to an approved Patron service agent.
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Use protective glasses when you are near batteries.
• Do not wear watches, jewelry or other metal objects
near the battery.
• Keep the battery out of reach for children.
• Charge the battery in a space with good airflow.
• Keep flammable materials at a minimum clearance
of 1 m when you charge the battery.
• Discard replaced batteries. See
Disposal on page
18
.
• Explosive gases can come from the battery. Do not
smoke near the battery. Keep the battery away from
open flames and sparks.
Safety instructions for operation on slopes
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
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• Do not operate the product on a slope that is more
than 20°. Loose ground, vibrations and the operation
speed can cause the product to fall on a slope that is
less than 20°.
• Make sure that the work area is safe. Wet and loose
soil decreases safe operation of the product. Be very
careful on slopes and rough surfaces.
• Make sure that all persons in the work area are
above the product on the slope.
• Operate the product up and down the slope, not from
side to side.
• Do not park the product on a slope. If you must park
the product on a slope, make sure that the product
cannot fall. There is a risk of injury and damage.
Safety instructions for operation near edges
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• There is a risk that the product falls when you
operate it near an edge. Always keep a minimum
of ⅔ of the product on a surface that is sufficiently
stable to hold the product weight.
• If the product falls, stop the engine before you lift the
product back to a surface that is sufficiently stable.
Refer to
To lift the product on page 17 .
Safety instructions for maintenance
WARNING: Read the warning
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• If the maintenance is not done correctly and
regularly, the risk of injury and damage to the
product increases.
• Use personal protective equipment. Refer to
Personal protective equipment on page 7 .
• Stop the engine and make sure that all parts of the
product are cool before you do the maintenance.
• Clean the product to remove dangerous material
before you do the maintenance.
• Disconnect the battery cables from the battery
terminal before you do the maintenance.
• The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and can
contain sparks. Do not operate the product in indoor
areas or near flammable material.
• Do not change the product. Modifications that
are not approved by the manufacturer, can cause
serious injury or death.
• Always use original accessories and spare parts.
Accessories and spare parts that are not approved
by the manufacturer, can cause serious injury or
death.
• Replace damaged, worn or broken parts.
• Only do the maintenance as given in this operator's
manual. Let an approved service center do all other
servicing.
• Remove all tools from the product before you start
the engine after maintenance. Loose tools or tools
attached to rotating parts can eject and cause injury.
• After maintenance, do a check of the vibration level
in the product. If it is not correct, speak to an
approved service center.
• Let an approved service center do servicing on the
product regularly.
Operation
Introduction
WARNING: Read and understand the
safety chapter before you use the product.
To do before you operate the product
• Read the operator's manual carefully and make sure
that you understand the instructions.
• Read the engine manual that is supplied by the
engine manufacturer.
• Do the daily maintenance. Refer to
Maintenance
schedule on page 12 .
To set the handle to operation position
WARNING: Hold the handle tightly
when you change the position of the handle.
There is a risk of injury if the handle falls on
you.
1. Hold the handle.
2. Release the lock lever and lower the handle
carefully.
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To start and stop the product
WARNING: Keep your feet away from
the product during the start procedure. The
hydraulic system can cause the product to
move suddenly when the engine starts.
To start the product manually
Do this procedure if the product has an engine with
manual start.
1. Pull the lever for the decompression valve to the
start position (A).
A
2. Push the throttle button (B) to idle speed.
B
3. Turn the start handle until the engine starts.
4. Let the engine operate at idle speed for 2–3 minutes.
5. Push the throttle button (C) to full throttle.
C
To start the product with electrical start
Do this procedure if the product has an engine with
electrical start.
1. Push the throttle button (A) to idle speed.
A
2. Turn the ignition key to the ignition position (B). The
indicators for battery charge and oil pressure come
on.
B
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3. Turn the ignition key to the start position (C).
C
a) When the engine starts, immediately release
the ignition key. The ignition key goes back to
position (B).
b) If the engine does not start in 10 seconds,
release the ignition key and wait 5 seconds
before you try again.
4. Let the engine operate at idle speed for 2–3 minutes.
5. Push the throttle button (D) to full throttle.
D
To stop the product
1. Park the product on level ground.
2. Push the throttle button (A) to idle speed.
A
3. Let the engine operate at idle speed for 2–3 minutes.
4. If the engine has an electrical start, do also these
steps:
a) Turn the ignition key to the stop position (A).
A
b) Remove the ignition key to prevent accidental
start.
Compaction indicator (optional)
A B C D E
• A: Yellow LED. The degree of compaction is 0–30%.
• B: Yellow LED. The degree of compaction is 30–
60%.
• C: Green LED. The degree of compaction is 60–
90%.
• C and D: Green and red LED. When these
LED indicators flash, the ground surface has the
maximum degree of compaction that is applicable for
the product.
• D: Red LED. The degree of compaction is 90–100%.
CAUTION: Do not operate the
product when the LED indicator (D) is
on with a constant red light. This causes
wear to the product.
• E: Red or green. Power supply indicator.
When you turn the ignition key, a calibration of the
compaction indicator starts. All LED indicators (A) to
(E) come on. After approximately 4 seconds, the LED
indicator (E) changes from red to green and the LED
indicators (A) to (D) go off. When the LED indicators (A)
to (D) are off and the LED indicator (E) is green, you can
start the product.
To operate the product
Always operate the product with the throttle control set
to full throttle.
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• To operate the product forward, move the operation
control fully forward and release it.
• To operate the product rearward, move the operation
control fully rearward and release it.
• To stop the movement of the product, move the
operation control in the opposite direction in small
movements until the product is stationary.
• To change direction, turn the product around by the
handle.
Maintenance
Introduction
WARNING: Read and understand the
safety chapter before you do maintenance
on the product.
Maintenance schedule
* = General maintenance done by the operator. The
instructions are not given in this operator's manual.
X = The instructions are given in this operator's manual.
O = Refer to the instructions in the engine manual
supplied by the engine manufacturer.
General product maintenance Before use,
each 10 h Each 100 h
Each 6
months or
250 h
Yearly, each
500 h
Make sure that there are no fuel or oil leaks. *
Clean the product. X
Make sure that nuts and screws are tightened. *
Examine the throttle control and the forward and reverse
control for damage. *
Make sure that the forward and reverse control can
move smoothly. *
Lubricate the forward and reverse control and the link-
ages of the controls. *
Examine the safety straps for damage. Replace if it is
necessary. *
Examine the vibration damping units for damage. X X X
Examine the tension of the V-belt and look for damages.
Adjust or replace the V-belt as necessary. X X X
Examine all rubber hoses and rubber elements for dam-
age. Replace if it is necessary. X X
Do a check of the hydraulic oil level. X X
Do a check of the battery terminals. * *
Replace the oil in the eccentric element. X X
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General product maintenance Before use,
each 10 h Each 100 h
Each 6
months or
250 h
Yearly, each
500 h
Replace the hydraulic oil. X
Engine maintenance Before use,
each 10 h
After the
first 20 h Each 250 h Yearly, each 500 h
Do a check of the fuel level and the engine oil level. X
Clean the cooling fins of the engine. O O O
Examine the air filter indicator. Clean the air filter if it is
necessary. X X
Replace the air filter. X X
Do a check of the drain valve for the air filter. Only appli-
cable for engines that have a cyclone precleaner. O
Replace the engine oil. O O O
Do a check of the engine speed. O O O
Drain and clean the fuel tank and clean the fuel filter. O
Adjust the valve head clearance for the air intake and the
exhaust valves. O O O
Replace the oil filter. O O
Do a check of the fuel injection pump. O
Do a check of the fuel injection nozzle. O
Drain water from the fuel system. O
Replace the fuel filter. O
To clean the product
CAUTION: Before you clean the
product, attach a plastic bag tightly around
the fuel tank cap. This is to make sure that
water does not go into the venthole in the
fuel tank cap.
• Use running water from a hose or a high-pressure
washer to clean the product.
CAUTION: Do not point the water
directly at the fuel tank cap, electrical
components or the engine.
• Remove grease and oil from the handle.
To do a general inspection
• Make sure that all nuts and screws on the product
are tightened correctly.
To do a check of the engine oil level
1. Remove the oil tank cap and dipstick.
2. Clean the oil from the dipstick.
3. Put the dipstick back fully into the oil tank.
4. Remove the dipstick.
5. Examine the oil level on the dipstick.
6. If the oil level is low, fill with engine oil and do a
check of the oil level again. Refer to
Technical data
on page 19 or the engine manual for the correct
type of oil.
Air filter
WARNING: Use approved respiratory
protection when you clean or replace the air
filter. Discard used air filters correctly. The
dust in the air filter is dangerous to your
health.
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CAUTION: Always replace a damaged
air filter, or the dust will go into the engine
and cause engine damage.
To examine the air filter indicator
CAUTION: Examine the air filter
indicator each time the engine is started. A
clogged air filter can cause damage to the
product.
1. Examine the air filter indicator.
AB
a) If the air filter indicator is compressed (A), clean
or replace the air filter. Refer to .
WARNING: Stop the engine
before you do the maintenance.
a) If the the green mark (B) shows, no maintenance
on the air filter is necessary.
Refer to the engine manual for more information about
the air filter indicator.
To clean or replace the air filter
WARNING: Use approved respiratory
protection when you clean or replace the air
filter. Discard used air filters correctly. The
dust in the air filter is dangerous to your
health.
WARNING: Do not clean the air filter
with compressed air. This causes damage to
the air filter and the risk increases that you
breathe the dangerous dust.
1. Turn the locking knob on the air filter cover
counterclockwise and remove the air filter cover.
A
2. Turn the locking knob on the air filter
counterclockwise and remove the air filter (A) from
the air filter housing.
3. Clean the air filter housing with a brush.
4. Tap the air filter against a hard surface or use a
vacuum cleaner to remove the particles.
CAUTION: Do not let the nozzle of
the vacuum cleaner touch the surface of
the paper filter element. Keep a small
distance. The sensitive surface of the
paper filter element becomes damaged
if objects touch it.
5. Examine the air filter for damage.
6. Discard the air filter if it is damaged, wet or if there is
oil on it.
CAUTION: Always replace a
damaged air filter, or the dust will go into
the engine and cause engine damage.
7. Install the clean air filter or a new air filter into the air
filter housing. Tighten the locking knob clockwise.
8. Install the air filter cover and turn the locking knob
clockwise.
To do a check of the V-belt
WARNING: Do not operate the product
without the V-belt cover installed.
1. Stop the engine.
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2. Remove the V-belt cover.
3. Examine the V-belt for damages and wear. Replace
the V-belt if it is necessary.
4. Do a check of the V-belt tension.
5. If the V-belt tension is not sufficient, do this
procedure:
a) Loosen the screw on the belt tensioner (A).
C
A
B
b) Loosen the locknut (B).
c) Turn the adjustment screw (C) to adjust the belt
tensioner.
d) Tighten the screw on the locknut (B) and the belt
tensioner (A).
6. Install the V-belt cover.
To replace the oil in the eccentric
element
1. Remove the oil drain plug for the eccentric element
and connect a hose.
2. Tilt the product to drain the oil.
Note: You can also use a manual oil drain pump
to drain the oil in the eccentric element.
3. Clean the surfaces around the hole for the oil drain
plug, the threads of the hole and the oil drain plug.
Use a dry cloth and, if it is necessary, an applicable
solvent.
CAUTION: Do not use water to
clean around and on the oil drain plug.
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4. Fill the eccentric element with oil of the correct type.
Refer to Technical data on page 19 .
5. Install the oil drain plug.
To do a check of the battery
1. Disconnect the battery cables (A).
A
B
A
C
C
2. Examine the battery for damages (B). Replace the
battery if it is damaged.
3. Clean the battery terminals (C).
4. Connect the battery cables.
To charge the battery
The battery is an AGM OPTIMA battery. It is not
necessary to do maintenance on the battery.
WARNING: Do not charge the battery
more than recommended. The life of the
battery decreases and flammable gases can
come from the battery.
CAUTION: If the battery becomes very
hot when it charges, disconnect the battery
immediately.
• Use a voltage-regulated battery charger for AGM
OPTIMA batteries. Refer to Recommended battery
chargers on page 16
. Speak to your Patron
dealer for more information about the correct battery
charger.
• If the battery is not used for a long period of time,
charge it fully before you use it.
• Do a trickle charging 1-2 times during the winter
season when the product is in storage.
Recommended battery chargers
The recommendations are correct at an average
ambient temperature of 25°C/77°F.
Battery charger type Recommendations
Alternator. 13.65–15.0 V.
Constant voltage charger. 13.8–15.0 V. Max. 10 A.
Charge for 6–12 h.
Float charger. 13.2–13.8 V. Max. 1 A. No
time limit at lower voltag-
es.
Fast charger, constant
voltage charger.
Max. 15.6 V. No current
limit if the battery temper-
ature is less than 50°C/
125°F. Charge until the
current is less than 1 A.
Battery charger for cyclic
batteries or batteries con-
nected in a series string.
14.7 V. No current limit
if the battery temperature
is less than 50°C/125°F.
When the current is less
than 1 A, charge with 2 A
constant current for 2 h.
Charge time at different currents
The recommendations are correct at an average
ambient temperature of 25°C/77°F. The charge time
changes with different ambient temperatures and
different battery chargers.
Current Approximate time to 90%
charge level
100 A 35 minutes
50 A 75 minutes
25 A 140 minutes
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Hydraulic system
To do a check of the hydraulic hoses
• Examine the hydraulic hoses regularly. Replace
worn or damaged hydraulic hoses.
WARNING: Hydraulic oil is dangerous.
The rubber in the hydraulic hoses wears with
time. Worn or damaged hydraulic hoses can
break and the hydraulic oil can cause injury.
If you cannot tell if the hydraulic hoses are
worn, always replace the hydraulic hoses.
To do a check of the hydraulic oil level
1. Remove the dipstick from the hydraulic oil tank.
2. Read the hydraulic oil level on the dipstick.
3. If the hydraulic oil level is too low, let an approved
service center examine the hydraulic system for
leaks.
To replace the hydraulic oil
WARNING: Risk of burn injury. The
hydraulic oil becomes hot during operation
of the product. Let the product become cool
before you replace the hydraulic oil.
1. Remove the dipstick (A) from the hydraulic oil tank.
A
B
2. Use an oil drain pump to drain the hydraulic oil from
the hydraulic oil tank.
3. Clean the opening of the hydraulic oil tank.
4. Replace the breather filter (B).
5. Fill with hydraulic oil of the correct type. Refer to
Technical data on page 19 .
6. Put the dipstick into the hydraulic oil tank.
Transportation, storage and disposal
Transportation
WARNING: Be careful during
transportation. The product is heavy and can
cause injury or damage if it falls or moves
during transportation.
Lift the product to move it shorter distances. For longer
distances, put the product on a transportation vehicle.
CAUTION: Do not tow the product
behind a vehicle.
To lift the product
WARNING: Make sure that the lifting
equipment has the correct specification to
lift the product safely. The type plate on the
product shows the product weight.
WARNING: Do not lift a damaged
product. Make sure that the lifting eye, the
vibration damping units and the safety straps
are correctly installed and not damaged.
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WARNING: Do not walk or stay below
or near a lifted product.
1. Lock the handle in upright position.
2. Attach the lifting equipment to the lifting eye.
WARNING: Do not use metal
hooks, chains or other lifting equipment
with rough edges that can cause
damage to the lifting eye.
To safety the product to a transportation
vehicle with tie-down straps
1. Lock the handle in upright position (A).
B
A
2. Put 2 straps (B) around the bottom plate.
a) Put 1 strap around the front of the bottom plate
and attach the strap to the vehicle.
b) Put 1 strap around the rear of the bottom plate
and attach the strap to the vehicle.
Storage
• Remove all fuel from the fuel tank before you put the
product in storage for a long period of time. Discard
the fuel at an applicable disposal location.
• Fully charge the battery before storage. An empty
battery freezes at approximately -7°C/19°F. A fully
charged battery freezes at approximately -67°C/
89°F.
• Disconnect the battery cables from battery terminal if
the storage is for a longer period of time.
• Clean the product before storage. Remove oil and
dust from the rubber parts.
• Clean the air filter before storage.
• Put a protective cover on the product.
• Keep the product in a dry and frost free area.
• Keep the product in a locked area to prevent access
for children or persons that are not approved.
Disposal
• Chemicals can be dangerous and must not be
discarded on the ground. Always discard used
chemicals at a service center or an applicable
disposal location.
• When the product is worn out, send it to the dealer
or to an applicable recycling location.
• Oil, oil filters, fuel and the battery can have negative
effects on the environment. Obey the local recycling
requirements and applicable regulations.
• Do not discard the battery as domestic waste.
• Send the battery to a Patron service agent or discard
it at a disposal location for used batteries.
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Technical data
Technical data
Net weight, kg/lb 470/1036
Operation weight (EN500, incl. oil, ½ fuel), kg/lb 473/1043
Engine brand, type Hatz, 1 D90E
Engine power, kW/hp @rpm 110.5/14.1@3000
Vibration frequency, Hz/rpm 69/4140
Amplitude, mm/in. 2.4/0.064
Centrifugal force, kN/lbf 65/14612
Operation speed, m/min or ft./min 30 or 98.4
Max. tilt, degrees/% 20/35
Fuel tank capacity, l/qts 7.0/7.40
Engine oil capacity *, l/qts 1.9/2.0
Hydraulic oil tank capacity, l/qts 1.0/1.06
Eccentric element oil, l/qts 0.7/0.74
Engine oil * Shell Rimula R4 L 15W-40 or equivalent
Eccentric element oil Shell Rimula R4 L 15W-40 or equivalent
Hydraulic oil Shell Tellus S3 V32
Biological hydraulic oil (optional) Shell Naturelle HF-E 32
Fuel * Ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuel only
Fuel consumption, l/h or qts/h 1.5 or 1.6
Battery type Spiralcell technology AGM battery
Battery voltage, V 12V/48Ah
Starter motor 12V/2.0 kW
* = For further information and questions about this
specific engine, refer to the engine manual or the web
site of the engine manufacturer.
Weights for options
Extensions 2 units per machine, 2 x 75 mm/3.0 in. kg/Ib 26/57.3
Extensions 2 units per machine, 2 x 150 mm/5.9 in. kg/Ib 40/88.2
1As specified by the engine manufacturer. The power rating of the engine indicated is the average net output
(at specified rpm) of a typical production engine for the engine model measured to SAE standard J1349/
ISO1585. Mass production engines may differ from this value. Actual power output for the engine installed on
the final product will depend on the operating speed, environmental conditions and other values.
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Weights for options
Block paving set, width 750 mm, kg/Ib 10/22
Block paving set, width 850 mm, kg/Ib 11/24.6
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