probst VM-301-PAVERMAX User manual

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Operating Instructions
Translation of original operating instructions
Installation Machine VM-301-PAVERMAX
VM-301-PAVERMAX / VM-301-KJ-PAVERMAX

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Contents
1EC-Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................................................................... 4
2Safety...................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Safety symbols................................................................................................................................................ 5
2.2 Definition skilled worker / specialist .............................................................................................................. 5
2.3 Safety Marking................................................................................................................................................ 5
2.4 Personal safety requirements ........................................................................................................................8
2.5 Protective equipment.....................................................................................................................................9
2.6 Noise emissions ..............................................................................................................................................9
2.7 Vibrations ........................................................................................................................................................9
2.8 Accident prevention .......................................................................................................................................9
2.9 Function Control........................................................................................................................................... 10
2.9.1 General ..................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.9.2 Hydraulic................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.10 Safety procedures ........................................................................................................................................ 10
2.10.1 Equipment attachments.......................................................................................................................... 10
2.10.2 Installation machine ................................................................................................................................ 10
2.10.3 Safety when operating the installation machine .................................................................................... 11
2.10.4 Stability......................................................................................................................................................12
3General................................................................................................................................................................... 13
3.1 Authorized use...............................................................................................................................................13
3.1.1 Optionales Zubehör.......................................................................................................................................14
3.2 Survey and construction ...............................................................................................................................15
3.3 Technical data............................................................................................................................................... 16
4Operation .............................................................................................................................................................. 17
4.1 Daily checks....................................................................................................................................................17
4.1.1 Fuel level....................................................................................................................................................17
4.1.2 Motor-oil level...........................................................................................................................................17
4.1.3 Hydraulic-oil level..................................................................................................................................... 18
4.1.4 Cooling-water level .................................................................................................................................. 18
4.1.5 Main switch .............................................................................................................................................. 18
4.1.6 Accelerator............................................................................................................................................... 19
4.1.7 Control displays........................................................................................................................................ 20
4.2 Starting the engine........................................................................................................................................21
4.3 Driving with the installation machine...........................................................................................................21
4.4 Adjusting the driver's seat ........................................................................................................................... 22
4.5 Control elements .......................................................................................................................................... 22
4.6 Attachment of additional equipment.......................................................................................................... 24
5Transport .............................................................................................................................................................. 25
5.1 Transporting the installation machine......................................................................................................... 25
5.2 Lifting the machine with a crane ................................................................................................................. 27
5.3 Towing the installation machine.................................................................................................................. 28
6Storage ................................................................................................................................................................. 29
7Maintenance and care ......................................................................................................................................... 30
7.1 maintenance .................................................................................................................................................30
7.1.1 Mechanics .....................................................................................................................................................30

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7.1.2 Hydraulic....................................................................................................................................................31
7.2 Recharging the battery ................................................................................................................................ 33
7.3 Lubrication Chart ..........................................................................................................................................34
7.4 Trouble shooting .......................................................................................................................................... 37
7.5 Repairs .......................................................................................................................................................... 37
7.6 Safety procedures ........................................................................................................................................ 37
7.7 Hints to the type plate..................................................................................................................................38
7.8 Hints to the renting/leasing of PROBST devices .........................................................................................38

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1EC-Declaration of Conformity
Description:
Type:
Order number:
Installation Machine VM-301-PAVERMAX
VM-301-PAVERMAX / VM-301-KJ-PAVERMAX
51500020 / 51500023
Manufacturer:
Probst GmbH
Gottlieb-Daimler-Straße 6
71729 Erdmannhausen, Germany
[email protected]
www.probst-handling.de
The machine described above complies with the relevant requirements of the following EU directives:
EC-machinery directive 2006/42/EC
2014/30/EU (Electromagnetic compatibility)
The following standards and technical specifications were used:
DIN EN ISO 12100
Safety of machinery - General principles for design - Risk assessment and risk reduction (ISO 12100:2010)
DIN EN ISO 13857
Safety of machinery - safety distances to prevent hazard zones being reached by upper and lower limbs (ISO 13857:2008)
DIN EN 60204-1 (IEC 60204-1)
Safety of machinery, electrical equipment of industrial machines. Part 1: General requirements.
Authorized person for EC-documentation:
Name: J. Holderied
Address: Probst GmbH; Gottlieb-Daimler-Straße 6; 71729 Erdmannhausen, Germany
Signature, information to the subscriber:
Erdmannhausen, 15.05.2019.........................................................................
(M. Probst, Managing director)

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2Safety
2.1 Safety symbols
Danger to life!
Identifies imminent hazard. If you do not avoid the hazard, death or severe injury will result.
Hazardous situation!
Identifies a potentially hazardous situation. If you do not avoid the situation, injury or damage to property
can result.
Prohibition!
Identifies imminent a prohibition. If you do not avoid the prohibition, death and severe injury, or damage to
property will result.
Important informations or useful tips for use.
2.2 Definition skilled worker / specialist
Only skilled workers or specialists is it allowed to carry out the installation,- maintenance, - and repair work on these
device!
Skilled workers or specialists must have for the following points (if it applies for
these device), the necessary professional knowledge.
•for mechanic
•for hydraulics
•for pneumatics
•for electrics
2.3 Safety Marking
PROHIBITION SIGN
Symbol
Meaning
Order-No.
Size
It is not allowed to stand under hanging loads. Danger to life!
29040210
29040209
29040204
Ø 30 mm
Ø 50 mm
Ø 80 mm
It is forbidden to ride on the installation machine!°
29040762
Ø 80 mm
Do not open the tool cover while the engine/system is running!
29040259
70 x 115 mm

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WARNING SIGN
Symbol
Meaning
Order-No.
Size
Danger of squeezing the hands.
29040221
29040220
29040107
30 x 30 mm
50 x 50 mm
80 x 80 mm
Danger: Injury of hands and fingers –belt drive
29040451
48 x 54 mm
Warning for hot surfaces.
29040396
31x27mm
Warning of electric voltage.
29040397
31 x 27 mm
Warning of battery acid.
29040551
31 x 27 mm
Danger: Keep distance to the machine.
29040756
64 x 103 mm
REGULATORY SIGN
Symbol
Meaning
Order-No.
Size
Each operator must have read and understood the operating
instructions (and all safety instructions).
29040665
29040666
Ø 30 mm
Ø 50 mm
Seat belt duty
On every drive with the machine the seat belt must always be worn.
29040450
Ø 52 mm
Pull hand brake in idle machine time. To drive release handbrake.
29040267
45 x 80 mm

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Drive forward and backward with the right foot pedal.
The pedal must not only be operated with the tips of the shoes!
To be able to react quickly in dangerous situations, the shoe must be
fully positioned on the control pedal.
29040760
68 x 43 mm
Lifting and lowering boom arm with left foot pedal.
29040759
48 x 43 mm
Warning –Warming up time with half throttle before doing any
driving:
Temperature more than 10° C: 5 Min.
Temperature less than 10° C: 10 Min
29040243
150 x 55 mm
Fill-in only diesel –NO bio-diesel!
29040483
16 x 130 mm
Clean the filter insert daily with compressed air. Do not knock out the
filter insert! Exchange if very dirty.
29040687
Ø 50 mm
Suspension point for transport goods for lifting (recovering) the
laying machine
29040370
23 x 60 mm
Lashing eyelet for securing the laying machine to the transport vehicle
by means of chains or tension belts
29040755
Ø 60 mm
The steering of the machine must be locked before transport!
29040818
90 x 55 mm
Note short operating instructions
29040613
180 x 165
mm
Make regular maintenance work.
29040610
250x180 mm

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OPERATING INFORMATIONS
Symbol
Meaning
Order-No.
Size
Max. 600 kg (1,320 lbs)→VM-301
Maximum weight paver load 320 kg (710 lbs)
with counterbalance 380 kg (840 lbs)
29040616
40 x 160 mm
Max. 650 kg (1,430 lbs)→VM-301-K
Maximum weight paver load 380 kg (840 lbs) (837,8 lbs) with
counterbalance 440 kg (970 lbs)
29040623
40 x 160 mm
Button for horn / reset button:
Press reset button each time for the driving, when the machine will be
started and when the driving was stopped caused by the standing up
of the diver from the driver´s seat (triggered by the seat switch).
The reset button only works (and the driving of the machine), when
the driver is sitting in the s seat.
29040716
90 x 23 mm
Engine speed regulation.
29040485
30 x 90 mm
Open cover hood
29040253
28 x 85 mm
Joystick / control lever:
Movement directions for the Control / operation of attachments (e.g.
for opening and closing the main and side clamping at a HVZ)
29040260
50 x 50 mm
Electronic joystick with function controls as well as activations of
additional functions or similar.
Function controls: for controlling of a hydraulic installation clamp
(HVZ) or similar.
Additional finctions:
- Rotating movement of a hydraulic rotator
- Vacuum operation (suction and release of load)
29040681
70x72 mm
2.4 Personal safety requirements
Each operator must have read and understood the operating instructions (and all safety instructions).
Only qualified, authorized personal is allowed to operate the device and all devices which are connected
(lifting device/carrier).
The manual guiding is only allowed for devices with handles.

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2.5 Protective equipment
The protective equipment must consist, according to the safety regulations
of the following parts:
•Protective clothing
•Safety gloves
•Safety shoes
2.6 Noise emissions
The equivalent continuous sound pressure level emitted by the installation machine is below 85 dB(A).
Noise pollution can cause hearing damage. Recommendation: Wear hearing protection.
The operator must advise the operator of the installation machine to wear hearing protection.
2.7 Vibrations
The operation of the installation machine causes vibrations which are also transmitted to the body of the
operator.
The operator is instructed to instruct the operators of the installation machine to undergo regular medical
examinations.
2.8 Accident prevention
•The workplace has to be covered for unauthorized persons, especially children.
•Caution at thunderstorm - danger of lightning!
Depending on the intensity of the thunderstorm, stop working with the device if necessary.
•The workplace must be sufficiently illuminated.
•With wet, frozen and dirty building materials there is a risk of the gripping good slipping out!
•The working with the device in case of atmospheric editions under 3° C(37,5° F) is forbidden!
Because the goods could be fall down caused by dampness or freezing.
Caution during operation, dismantling and maintenance work on the laying machine!
There is a risk of electric shock, etching and burns from battery acid and various engine fluids.
Appropriate protective measures must be taken and protective equipment worn in order to avoid serious
injuries or even death!

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2.9 Function Control
2.9.1 General
•Before every usage of the device check the functions and the working condition.
•Maintenance and lubrication are only permitted when device is shut down!
•Do not use the device, until all faults which can cause safety hazards are removed.
•If there are any cracks, splits or damaged parts on any parts of the device, immediately stop using it.
•The operating instructions must be available at the workplace every time.
•Do not remove the type plate of the machine.
•Unrecognisable information signs (such as regulatory or prohibition signs) must be replaced.
2.9.2 Hydraulic
Check all hydraulic hoses and connection for tightness before every operation. Only experts are allowed to
replace faulty parts (depressurized).
Ensure a clean working environment before opening the hydraulic connection.
The hydraulic hoses must be free of breaks and abrasion. Take care that there are no outstanding edges,
where the hoses could hook in.
The operator of the device is responsible for a constant line pressure, which is necessary for the working
with this device.
Only under these conditions is a safety gripping, lifting and transporting of the gripping goods with this
device ensured.
2.10 Safety procedures
2.10.1 Equipment attachments
During all adjustments on equipment attachments (e.g. HVZ-UNI) it must be ensured that the attachment
cannot close unintentionally. Risk of injury!
All adjustments may only be made when the laying machine is shut down (pull handbrake) and the engine is
switched off!
2.10.2 Installation machine
•The installation machine has to be in good, safe working condition.
•Never exceed the maximum capacity/working load limit (WLL) of the installation machine!
•Only authorized and qualified persons are allowed to operate the installation machine.
•The operator must have all the necessary qualifications.

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2.10.3 Safety when operating the installation machine
•Stepping in and out of the installation machine may only be allowed from the left-hand side (in the
direction of travel) to prevent unintentional activation of the controls/operating elements.
•The installation machine may generally only be operated under optimum viewing conditions and
sufficient lighting (e.g. daylight)!
•By retrofitting appropriate spotlights (Lighting Package VM-301), work is also allowed in the dark.
•Always lower the load to approx. 20 cm above the ground when moving!
•The maximum load of the installation machine, its attachments (e.g. HVZ-UNI) and the loads
attached to it must not be exceeded!
•When leaving the installation machine, the driver must pull the handbrake and ensure that the
installation machine is standing on a horizontal surface. If necessary, use chocks or the like to
prevent the traverser from rolling away unintentionally.
•It is not permitted to park the installation machine unattended on sloping and inclined surfaces!
•During operation of the installation machine, the driver must always ensure that the machine is in a
safe operating condition.
•Never refill fuel while the engine is running, as there is a risk of explosion if the fuel overflows or
spills!
•Never use starter spray, always use winter diesel in winter!
•Always disconnect the battery when working on the electrical system. Danger of electric shock!
It is forbidden for persons to ride along the installation machine (by hanging on it from the outside)!
Accident/danger to life!
•Never open the motor cover while the engine is running. Always keep the motor cover closed due to
the risk of injury and sound insulation.
•It is generally forbidden for persons to stand in the working and travel area of the installation
machine during installation work.
A minimum safety distance of 1.5 m between the person and the machine must be observed!
Exception: It is essential due to the type of use of the implement, e.g. by manually guiding a implement
at the handles.
•It is generally forbidden to stand under a suspended load!
•It is strictly forbidden to stand in the steering area/kink area of the machine! Risk of crushing the
feet/legs between the front wheels and the chassis.
•The driver must not leave the control position if the attachments of the laying machine are loaded
with laying material and the system is in operation.
•Never let the control lever valve (joystick) for operating the attachments, the control pedal for forward
and reverse travel or the control pedal for up and down movement of the boom spring back.
Otherwise there will be pressure surges in the forward and return lines! The laying material may fall
down and the hydraulic motors may be damaged!

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2.10.4 Stability
Danger of overturning!
Only drive at walking speed and with the boom lowered (with and without load) if the following applies:
•No attachment equipment (e.g. HVZ-UNI) mounted on boom
•Driving curves
•Driving in unpaved and uneven terrain
•Terrain with slope
•Machine slope of more than 10° (~ 18 %)
Driving faster than step speed allowed if the following applies:
•Drive straight ahead (with and without attachment equipment and stone position)
•Driving in paved and level terrain
•Check terrain in advance for sufficient surface condition (such as large holes or broken ground).
•When using the laying machine on roofs, parking decks or other soft ground, the load capacity of the
ground must be checked in advance.
•In the event of accidents or when the laying machine tilts over, load-bearing parts must be inspected by
a specialist workshop before the machine is put back into operation.

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3General
3.1 Authorized use
•The machine is only designed for the use specified in this documentation.
•Every other use is not authorized and is forbidden!
•All relevant safety regulations, especially regulations of the declaration of conformity, and additional
local health and safety regulations have to be observed.
Prior to every operation the user must ensure that:
•the machine is suited to the intended operation, the functioning and the working condition of the
equipment is examined and the loads are suitable to be handled.
Any doubts about instructions should be raised with the manufacturer prior to use.
•The installation machine VM-301-PAVERMAX in connection with the hydraulic installation clamp HVZ/HVZ-UNI is used
for laying interlocking paving stones in connection with the kerb stone laying clamp VZ-H-UNI (for laying kerb stones),
in combination with the EB 240 sweeping broom for efficient sweeping of sand when laying interlocking paving stones
or in combination with the hydraulic vacuum laying unit HVE for laying or picking up large-format concrete or natural
stone elements.
•Only attachment equipment from Probst may be attached to the installation machine VM-301-PAVERMAX, such as:
-VZ-H-UNI, HVZ-STANDARD, HVZ-UNI, HVZ-UNI-II, HVZ-LIGHT,
-and by retrofitting the hydraulic vacuum unit (HVE) also various vacuum attachments such as:
-PJ-1650-H, VPM-2500-H, SH-1000-MINI-H, SH-1000-SUPER-JET-H).
When using third-party attachment equipment on the Probst installation machine, the relevant safety
regulations and the technically necessary prerequisites (performance data) of the respective attachment
must be observed. In addition, all technical requirements of the Probst installation machine must
correspond to those of the third-party attachment equipment. The responsibility for this lies solely with
the operator of the installation machine!
•The installation machine is no lifting equipment!
All instructions in the instructions handed over with the installation machine must be observed.
Danger to life!
Due to the diesel engine, the unit must not be used in closed rooms, explosion or fire danger areas.
For use in tunnels and multi-storey car parks, suitable ventilation must be provided. Otherwise there is a risk
of poisoning by exhaust gases!
It may be necessary to retrofit a diesel particle filter. The locally applicable exhaust gas regulations must
always be observed.
It is not allowed to use the installation machine in public traffic –only construction sites or private
ground!

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NOT ALLOWED ACTIVITIES:
Unauthorized alterations of the device and the use of any self-made additional equipment could cause
danger and are therefore forbidden!
Use of the machine after substantial modification, as well as after improper troubleshooting/maintenance
Never exceed the carrying capacity/working load limit (WLL) and the nominal width/nominal size of the
device.
All unauthorized transportations with the device are not allowed:
•Transportation of people and animals.
•Transportation of other loads and materials than described in this manual.
•Never suspend any goods with ropes, chains or similar at the device.
3.1.1 Optionales Zubehör
Type
Discription
Cabin
Retrofit kit for VM-301 W/glazing and heating (retrofit only possible at Probst company)
Light package VM-301
2 combi-headlights (near/far), 1 reversing light
Light packageVM-301-K
2 combi-headlights (near/far), 1 reversing light
Turning Light
with swing down foot inc. installation material
Exterior mirror
retrofit kit
Mounting bracket
for light package and/or exterior rear-view mirrors (is only required once)
Extra weight
to increase the working load limit by 60 kg 1)
Diesel particle filter DPF
retrofit kit for VM-301-K, VM-301 and VM-203
Filter cartridge
for Diesel particle filter DPF
Windscreen washer
without adjustable wiping interval. Retrofit kit for VM-301-K
Adapter QJ for rotator Bini/Baltrotor
VM-301- JMS-V
Electronic joystick and armrest incl. installation kit. To control the main gripping width, side
gripping width, rotator and incl. vacuum function. (Retrofitting possible only at Probst) Incl.
installation.
1) At adequate driving speed and lowered load. Max. weight of paver layer as per technical data.

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3.2 Survey and construction
VM-301-PAVERMAX
5150.0020
VM-301-KJ-PAVERMAX
5150.0023

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3.3 Technical data
Enginepower
18,5 kW (25 PS)
Equivalent noisepollution LpA:
79 dB
Vibrationswerte:
Effective value of acceleration for the upper limbs:
< 2,5 m/s²
Effective value of acceleration for the body:
< 0,5 m/s²
Stearing:
Doppelte Knicklenkung
Speed control:
Hydrostat-stufenlos
Maximum speed:
ca. 20 km/h
Dimensions and weight
Height / Width / Length:
1.980 mm / 1.220 mm / 3.610 mm
Dead weight:
1.080 kg ** ①
1.200 kg ***
Working Load Limit (WLL):
600 kg */** bzw. 650 kg */***
Maximum weight of stone formation:
320 kg (mit Zusatzgewicht 380 kg) */**
380 kg (mit Zusatzgewicht 440 kg) */***
Max. lifting height:
1.600 mm
Turning radius inner front wheel / outer front wheel:
700 mm / 1.900 mm
Turning radius overall:
2.450 mm
Ground clearance:
180 mm
Filling capacity:
Fuel tank
20 l
Motor oil SAE10W40
4,3 l
below 0°C:SAE10W, 0°-25°C:SAE20, over 25°C:SAE30
Hydraulic oil
18 l
HLP 46
Kubota Diesel ecngine D 1105
Technical data see: Kubota Diesel Engine D 1105
Seat:
height adjustable (in 3 steps or stepless, back and forward), adjustable backrest, adjustable spring power
*With adjusted travelling speed and lowered load.
** VM-301-PAVERMAX
*** VM-301-K-PAVERMAX
①Gesamtgewicht erhöht sich z.B. durch die Nachrüstung der hydraulischen Vakuumeinheit (HVE). (HVE).

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4Operation
In In conditional of the outdoor temperature it is absolute necessary to keep the warm up times at every
daily use (before the first motion of travelling) of the installation machine VM-301-PAVERMAX .
outdoor temperature over 10°C(50 F): 5 minutes
outdoor temperature under 10°C(14 F): 10 minutes
Before using the installation machine VM-301-PAVERMAX account the safety instructions and carry out the
maintenance work.
For a safety and trouble-free operation of the installation machine VM-301-PAVERMAX is it necessary to
carry out the following the daily checks:
4.1 Daily checks
Before the first start-up and in general before every operation all fluid levels (coolant and engine and
hydraulic oil) must be checked and refilled if necessary!
4.1.1 Fuel level
•Open the lock of the engine cover (1), open engine
cover by pulling the release lever (2) and tip the engine
cover backwards.
•You can check the fuel level visually, because the tank is
transparent.
•With a full tank you can work approx. 10-12 hours.
4.1.2 Motor-oil level
•Installation machine VM-301 has to stand on even,
levelled ground.
•Open the lock of the engine cover, open engine cover
by using handle and tip the engine cover backwards.
•Pull the oil dip stick (1) out
•Oil level must be between the two marks
•If oil is missing fill oil into the oil filler (2).
•If there is too much oil drain the oil out through the oil
drain screw on the bottom of the engine.
(2) Release lever
(1) Engine cover
2
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4.1.3 Hydraulic-oil level
•The installation machine VM-301 must stand of even and
levelled ground to check the hydraulic oil.
•The lifting arm must be completely lowered down.
•The oil level must be in the middle of the inspection
windows (3).
4.1.4 Cooling-water level
•The installation machine VM-301-PAVERMAX has to be on even levelled ground
•Open the engine cover as described above. By all means read the safety instructions in the Kubota engine manual
carefully.
•Remove cover (7) on the water cooler (Caution when engine is hot!)
•Cooling water has to cover cooling fins. If not fill only anti freeze to reach this level.
•The installation machine must stand on absolutely level ground.
4.1.5 Main switch
•Before starting the VM-301-PAVERMAX put
in the main switch (8)
•The main switch is below the engine cover
on the right hand side.
Main switch (8)
3
4
7
6
8
5

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4.1.6 Accelerator
•Lever of the accelerator (9) must stay in
position by the friction of the spring
washers
•To adjust the leaver of the accelerator the
stop nut on the inside of the leaver must
be tightened by a key size 13.
(9)