OPERATOR’S MANUAL
With Service Schedule and Specifications
FOR
DM-5500
PAVER/FINISHER
Pub. No. DM-5500-OP-9-00-500 Part No. 21870902, 1st Edition
Fad this instruction manual before operating this equipmentDM-5500 INTRODUCTION
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY to leam how to operate and service the DM-5500
‘Asphalt Paver. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. Con-
sult your Ingersoll-Rand/Blaw-Knox Distributor. if you do not understand the instructions in
this manual or need additional information
THIS MANUAL should be considered a permanent part of the Asphalt Paver and available
for reference at all times,
WARRANTY Js provided as part of Ingersoll-Rand/Blaw-Knox’s support program for
customers who operate and maintain their equipment as described in this manual. Refer to
the warranty page ofthis manual for detailsINTRODUCTION
DM-5500
MACHINE RECORD
Date Purchased
Machine:
Model Seria No, Pub. No.
Engine:
Make Model Seria No,
‘seved:
Model Serial No. Pub. No.
Options:
Name Serial No, Pub, No.
NoTes
‘The warranty fortis pavertinisher appears inside the front cover of this mani
Important: Record the serial number of your machine, engine, and options above, as well as publication
‘umbers of related Operators Manuals and Parts Catalogs. This formation wil assist you in the ute
‘nen obtaining service advice o¢repa pats fox your machineDM-5500 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Co
ead this instruction manval before operating this equipment.
GENERAL SAFETY PRACTICES.
CAUTION AND WARNING SIGNS (Location and Content)
LOADING AND UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS.
DRIVE OFF PROCEDURE
‘SAFETY PRACTICES FOR OPERATING PAVER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. BLB13
‘Operators Consoles, Controls & Instruments 81-87
‘Screed Adjustment Jacks BB
Paving withthe DM-5600 59.810
Pre-Operation Checkout Procedure 11-813
Start Up Instructions, 11-813
‘SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS cv;
‘SAFETY PRACTICES FOR SERVICING PAVER
Lubricants
Lubsication and Service Schedule ‘c3.c3
lean Up and Wash Down Procedure cacs
Preventive Maintenance Checklist cs
‘Track Replacement er-c9
“Track Adjustments C10
Off Season Storage on
MACHINE SYSTEM INFORMATION 1-06
Periodic Maintenance Schedule 2|
‘Troubleshooting 03-05|
Specifications, De|GENERAL SAFETY PRACTICES
DM-5500
BE AWARE OF SAFETY INFORMATION
This isthe Safety Alert Symbol. When you see
this symbol in this manual, be alert to the
Potential for personal injury
Follow recommended precautions and safe
operating practices
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS
[A signal word - DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION -is used withthe safety alert symbol
DANGER identities the most serious hazards.
DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. safety
labels are located near specific hazards
INOIIGE labels are for ganeral information.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
DANGER IS USED TO INDICATE THE
PRESENCE OF A HAZARD WHICH WILL
CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH IF THE WARNING IS IGNORED.
4 WARNING
WARNING IS USED TO INDICATE THE
PRESENCE OF A HAZARD WHICH CAN
CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH IF THE WARNING IS IGNORED,
4A CAUTION
CAUTION IS _USED TO INDICATE THE
PRESENCE OF A HAZARD WHICH WILL OR,
CAN CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY,
‘OR PROPERTY DAMAGE IF THE WARNING
|S IGNORED.
NOTICE
Notice Is used to notily people of instalation,
‘operation, or maintenance information which is
Important but not hazard related.DM-5500
GENERAL SAFETY PRACTICES
‘The DM-5500 Blaw-Knox Asphalt Paver has
been carefully designed and manufactured to
provide the utmost in dependable service. To
‘obtain the best resus and keep the machine
‘operating efficient, read and folow the
instructions in this Operators Manual
‘This machine has been factory tested and
lubricated, and initial setings and adjustments
carefully made. However, it is recommended
that a thorough inspection of the entra machine
be made prior to starting, to correct any
problems which may have occurred in transit
Designing and manufacturing a sale
machine is of primary concern to Blaw-
Knox. Shielding, simple adjustments, and
other safety features were bult into this
paver wherever possible.
NOTICE
‘All machinery should be operated and serviced
‘oniy by responsible persons who nave Deen
propery instructed and authorized to do so.
Read and understand all instructions contained
in this manual, the engine manual and all
‘optional equipment manuals before attemating
10 operate or service the asphalt paver
‘Only the operator should be allowed on the
‘operator's platform when the machine is in
‘operation.
‘Always mount and dismount the machine from
the rear
Be sure that the direction-speed levers and all
function switches are in the OFF or NEUTRAL
positions before starting the engine. All main
Switches must be ON.
keep operator's platform clean, Do not use it as
‘a place to cary loose tools, lunch boxes, etc
Before leaving the operators platform, always
be sure that all control switches are in the OFF
or NEUTRAL positon, hopper wings are
lowered, screed is lowered or secured in the
ralsed postion, and the engine is shut of
A CAUTION
All persons working close to the asphalt paver
should wear close fiting, belted clothing, Loose
clothing could be caught in moving part.
Be sure all shields and guards are in place and
in good condtion before start-up on the job,
Make sure everyone is clear of the machine
before starting 80 they cannot be struck or
caught in moving pats.
FRefil the radiator only when the engine is
stopped or idling slowly. This asphalt paver has
a pressurized cooling system. To avoid being
Scalged when radaior cap Is removed wear
Gloves or use a heavy rag. Then tum cap
slightly to the stop which allows steam to
escape through the overtiow pipe, Afr all
pressure is relieved, remove cap.w
GENERAL SAFETY PRACTICES
DM-5500
Do not alow passengers on the machine,
Refuel the machine only when the machine has
been shut off. Do not permit sparks, open
flames, or smoking within 50 feet of the
machine when refueling. Never refuel the
‘machine with screed heaters operating,
Do not cut hopper spi guards with a cutting
torch of open flame. Toxic fumes will be
gonerated
Never use the wash down system when the
screed heaters are operating,
Escaping hydraulle fluid under pressure can
have sulficient force to penetrate the skin
causing serious. personal injury. Before
sisconnecting @ line, be sure to relieve all
pressure. Betore applying pressure to a system
be sure all connections are tight and that lines,
tubes and hoses are not damaged. Fluid
‘escaping from a very small hole can be almost
invisile. Use a piece of cardboard or wood,
Famer than hands, to search tor suspected
leaks.
If injured by escaping fuid, see a doctor at
‘once. Serious infection or reaction can develop
it proper medical treatment is not administered
immediately.
Never clean, lubricate, or service the paver
finisher when iis running.
TAKE TIME TO BE SAFE!DM-5500 SAFETY SIGNS (Location and content)
|AWARNING|
aN -~
‘sDM500|
DO NoT TRANSPORT
PERSONNEL OR
ALLOW PASSENGERS
ON THIS MACHINE
4S WARNING
IMPORTANT: Machine owner should maintain all safety signs in legible consition.LOADING AND UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS
LOADING DOCK WITH RAMP: PREFERRED
Before starting the machine, read the
De dive Off Procedure
RAMP BOARDS: IF NECESSARY
W'no loading dock is av a set of ramps
positioned at a 14 degr may be used.
A WARNING | ,
over, always back the paver up
Bo sure the ramps are rated to cary a load of 6
tons (57)
First remove any separate parts from the truck
bed.
Then, remove all of
blocks, and blocks undé
fown equipment, chock
Before starting the machine, read the Drive
Off Procedure
(CRANE LIFT: WHEN AVAILABLE
‘Then, remove all of the tie down equipment,
chock blocks. Lif the machine clear ofthe truck
'bed and lower tothe ground
Before starting the machine, ead the
Drive Of fh Procedure
DM-5500DRIVE OFF PROCEDURE
DM-5500
4. Mount the machine using the operator's
piatform provided atthe rear of the machine.
2. Koop the operators platform clean. Do not
Use it as a place to carry loose tools, lunch
boxes, ete.
2, Be sure that all shields and guards are in
place and in good condition before start-up.
4, Check to be sure that the engine oll is at
proper level (reer to engine marial) and that
there is fuel in the tank.
5. Be sure that all ofthe hydraulic contol levers.
fare in the center positon. The machine may
move immediately when the engine is started if
the Hydraulic Steering Control Levers are
‘engaged.
6 Sat_the_ engine
approximately % trot,
‘speed control to
7. Insert the key in the ignition switch
(Fig. 1) and turn ‘the key fully counter
clockwise and hold for approximately 15-20
‘seconds to allow the glow plugs inthe engine to
heat up and assist in easier stating,
A CAUTION
Never start or attempt to start the engine
without heating the glow plugs. Doing so could
‘cause severe engine damage
8, Press the Safety Circuit Bypass Switch (2,
Fig. 1) while turing the key fully clockwise to
fengage the starter. Release the switch and
release the kay (to the ON positon) when the
engine starts
8. If the screed (the large assembly at the rear
of the machine) isnot alteady supported above
the ground, push the Screed Lift Lever to
RAISE and fold it there until the screed is
totally raised. The screed will remain raised
when the spring loaded switch is released and
returns to HOLD.
10. To move the machine, push the Hydraulic
Steering Control Levers (1, Fig. 2). slowly
FORWARD or REVERSE as required. You
‘must lit the release to move the levers. The
further the levers are moved, the faster the
machine will travel
114. To stop the machine, bring the Hycraulic
‘Steering Control Levers back to NEUTRAL.
12, lum the key counterclockwise to the OFF
positon.
Figure 2DM-5500 DRIVE OFF PROCEDURE
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
aSAFETY PRACTICES FOR OPERATING PAVER
DM-5500
Read and understand all instructions
Contained. in this manual, the engine
manual and all optional equipment
manuals betore attempting to operate the
asphalt paver. The machine should be
‘operated only by an operating engineer or
the equivalent.
‘Always mount and dismount the machine from
the rear using the platform provided.
‘Only the required person at histher proper work
Staton ara to ba on the machina,
Be certain that the Direction-Speed Control
Levers are in the NEUTRAL postion before
starting engine
Reduce travel speed by moving the Direction-
Speed Control Levers before stopping machine.
Bofore leaving the operators otation, always bo
sure that all Control Switches are in the OFF oF
Neutral position, and the screed is lowered oF
secured inthe raised positon and the engine is.
shut of
keep the operator's platform clean. Do not use
itas a place to carry loose tools, lunch boxes,
ate
CAUTION
‘Check all functions of the asphalt paver for
proper operation. Never attempt to use a
maifunetioning machine
Accidents Don’t Just Happen.
They are Caused!
Be Careful!
Be sure al shields and guards are in place and
in good condition before operating the asphalt
paver.
Make sure everyone is clear of the asphalt
paver before staring so they cannot be struck
fr caught in moving parts.
Never permit anyone fo cmb or stand on the
‘machine except onthe platform provided,
Keep all persons clear of augers, hoppers,
conveyors, side arms, power widening screed
fends, and tuck hitch when operating the
asphalt paver.
Never permit anyone to remove paving material
‘rom the hopper or augers wiile the asphalt
paver is operating
Never attempt to attach or remove any part or
asgembly on the machine while its running.
Never use the wash down system when screed
heaters are operating
Refuel the machine only when engine has been
shut off. Do not permit sparks, open flames or
smoking within 50 feet of the machine when
Felueling, Never refuel the machine with screed
heaters operating
Never clean, lubricate or service the asphalt
paver when itis running,
42DM-5500
OPERATION
atOPERATION
DM-5500
OPERATOR'S CONSOLES, CONTROLS,
AND INSTRUMENTS.
DIRECTION-SPEED CONTROL LEVERS
(1 & 2, Fig. 1) are hydraulic actuators which
contol the direction of ‘machine travel
‘STEERING-FORWARD-STOP-REVERSE
land vary the speed within the limits of the
Single speed traction drive motor and single
speed transmission. An instruction plate
Indicating these postions is attached to
‘each console.
Figure
‘These speed control levers are equipped with
neutral postion locks which are spring loaded
To engage the levers, the lock release rings
located just below the knob must be hited to
move the levers to @ FORWARD or REVERSE
position Under normal paving conditions, both
levers are moved forward unti the desired pav-
ing speed is achieved, Stoeringis then accom-
plished by pulling back slightly on the control
lever on the side of which you want to turn.
This action will slow down the track on that side
and will cause the paver to turn in that drac-
ton.
tis not desirable to tur by moving one track
wile dragging the other. This practice requires
‘more power and can result in premature track
wear. It's possible to counter rotate the paver
(turn around in the same postion) by pushing
‘ne track steering control forward and pling
‘one control in rovers
A WARNING
The Direction-Speed Control Levers must be in
NEUTRAL to start the engine
Handle Position _—_-Funetion
t FORWARD Forward
. stop Neutral
| reverse raveDM-5500
OPERATION
MAIN POWER SWITCH (1, Fig. 2) is the
master switch for all circuits ‘on the machine.
This switch must be ON, Key installed, to
operate electrically controled functions. This
‘switch should be OFF, when the machine is
unattended.
WARNING LIGHTS (2, Fig. 2) are used to
monitor the Alternator Output, Oil Pressure,
land Water Temperature when the engine is
‘operating. The Alternator Light willbe It # the
lalternator Is not generating adequate current to
charge the battery. The Oil Pressure Light wi
be litt ol pressure is inadequate to lubricate
the main bearing in the engine. The Water
‘Temperature Light willbe lt it engine coolant
{temperature reaches an unsate level
Figure2
If any of these lights remain ON after starting
the engine, shut down the machine and remedy
the problem before continuing
SAFETY CIRCUIT BYPASS SWITCH (3, Fig
2) is a button that must be pushed during'start
up. Pushing the switch by passes the engine
oll pressure safety circuit allowing the engine to
start and bull of pressure. If the engine oll
pressure falls below the minimum allowable, oF
{tthe engine coolant exceeds the maximum
allowable temperature the safety shut down
system will activate, shutting down the engine
{and iluminating the appropriate lamp indicating
the reason for shutdown,
BsBs
OPERATION
DM-5500
AUGER CONTROLS (1, Fig. 3) activates the
‘operation of the material augers. Each auger
has one AutofManual Switch, and one OwvOtiin
‘witch. In the automatic positon, the augers wil
‘automatically operate any time the conveyor is,
running. With the switch in the Manual position,
the auger will run continuously independent of
the conveyor. The augers are normally not re-
‘uired at paving wicths of less than 7 feet. Be-
yond 7 foot paving widths, the augers should be
fun to insure proper feeding of the extended
‘screed. The OwvOfliIn switch controls the di
ection the augers move the material. With the
‘switch in the Out position the augers move the
material away from the hopper toward the
‘screed. When the switch is placed inthe In_po-
‘sion, the material is moved toward the hopper.
When the switch is in the Off postion, the au-
‘gers do not move materia
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Function
Automatic
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Manual
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Position
‘switch
FunetionDM-5500
OPERATION
CONVEYOR Controls (2, Fig. 3) are used to
operate the two 18° independently controled
conveyors. The conveyors move the asphalt
from the hopper to the screed. Since the
conveyors are independently driven, ether
conveyor can be operated while the other is
stopped, allowing paving wits from 2 1/2' to
4 With the switch in the automatic postion,
the conveyors are controled by the asphalt
level control paddles mounted on each edger
plate (1, Fig 4).
Figures
Switch Position Funetion
t AvTO. Automatic
.
1 Man anual
85OPERATION
DM-5500
Figures
SCREED CONTROLS (1, Fig. 5) acvato the
various sereed functions.’ The Nanda on the Handle Position
{ar let controls the extendible function othe
It sereed extension (being other OUT or IN). t our
“The handle onthe far ight of the machine con
trols the extension ofthe ight side (ether OUT .
OF IN). The augers should alvaye be tumed on
‘when paving t "
Funetion
Extended
RoactesDM-5500
OPERATION
SCREED LIFT CONTROL (2, Fig. 5) The
‘screed control handla lowers or raises the
‘screed. Pushing the handle to the Lower or
Raise position moves the screed accordingly.
Releasing the handle holds the sereed in the
‘established positon
Handle Position Function
t LOWER Lowers Screed
° CENTER Hold Position
' RAISE —Pales Soeed
HOPPER CONTROL (3, Fig. 4) controls the
hopper wings. Pushing the handle up folds the
wings in and feeds paving materials into the
conveyors. Pushing the handle down folds the
Wings out for loading ofthe hopper. The lever is
Spring-loaded to return to the center position,
Handle Position Function
t CLOSE Feed Conveyors
e CENTER Hod Potion
1 OPEN Lond Hoppers
87OPERATION
DM-5500
Figures
VIBRATORY SCREED (4, Fig. 5) Is used to
provide. addtional compaction to the asphalt, Handle
Push the handle upto stat the vibratory sereed
‘and push the handle down to stop the vibratory =f
screed. It's recommended that the Vibrator
Function be used only wnen necessary to
conserve horsepower for all ther functions. Be
sure the cylinder is completely lowered when 1
paving,
Position Function
on Vibration
ofr No VibeationDM-5500
OPERATION
SCREED ADJUSTMENT JACKS (1, Fig. 6)
Which are located on each sida of the sored,
fre used to control the paving depth, by
controling the angel of attack. Turning the
handles clockwise increases the paving depth.
Turing the handles counter clockwise
docreases the paving depth
Figures
Recommendations:
‘The start up procedure for setting the screed
angle of attack is to raise the front of th
screed slightly during the inital pull unt the
desired level is obtained. The long tow arms
are designed to average out transition in the
grade. After the adjustment is made, and it
the base is wel prepared and flat, only minor
adjustments should be necessary
IMPORTANT: Constant adjustment of the
screed angle wil lead to an uneven mat and
should be avoided,OPERATION
DM-5500
PAVING WITH THE DW-5500 use the
following information to begin paving with the
Blaw-Knox DM-5500.
OPERATING THE DIESEL WASHDOWN
SYSTEM (1, Fig. 7), The diesel washdown
system is used in preparing the paver for
receiving asphalt. The diesel fue! prevents the
asphalt from sticking to the paver and allows
‘the material to side down through the hopped
‘conveyors and out through the augers to the
sored, It also assists in cleaning and
maintaining the paver.
Figure7
Spray Switch (1
Fp on the Diese!
Fig. 8) to activate the fuel purnp. Diese fuel wil,
flow to the wand assembly. To spray, the
‘Trigger on the spray wand is pulled
Figure 8
Before filing the hopper with asphalt, use the
‘iesel washdown system to thoroughly coat all
areas of the hopper, conveyors and flow gates
‘that come in contact with asphalt
It is also desirable to coat the bottom of the
screed and all other areas where asphalt build
Up is a problem. Its important that the track
system be kept well lubricated, You should
spray both tracks with diesel fuel at least daily
‘Tracks that are not propery lubricated require
too much power from the engine. After the
paving is completed, use the diesel washdown
system {0 clean up any asphalt residue.
Cleaning the paver before and after paving will
increase the if of the machine,
OPERATING THE DM-5500 WITH A DUMP
TRUCK Move the paver into position and back|
the dump tuck up to within two to five inches of
the paver. If the paver is equipped with an
selling push bar (1 Fig, 9), back the dump
{tuck up Until the tres contact the push bar.
Figure
Be sure that the hopper wings are fully
‘open before allowing the dump truck to
begin dumping asphalt into the hopper.
‘As the hopper approaches being filed,
signal the truck operator to lower the
‘dump. Tum the conveyors and augers on
automatic and allow the asphalt to build to
the proper height infront of the screed.
B10DM-5500
OPERATION
ADJUSTING THE SCREED FOR CROWN OR,
INVERT PAVING The screed on the paver can
be adjusted for paving with a crown or valley
(inven). The normal use is for maintaining water
Grainage. Adjusting the screed for crown or
invert is done by igntening (invert) or loosening
(Grown) the screed crowrvinvert jack (1, Fig 10).
“There is a handle located in the canter of the
jack to assis in this operation
ADJUSTING THE JOINT MATCHING SHOES
In normal paving with screed extensions fully
retracted and not paving adjacent to previously
paved areas the shoes should be inthe floating
Position. This is accomplished by loosening the
shoe hold down tabs (1, Fig. 11) just enough
thatthe shoes can move up and down,
PAVING WITH SCREED EXTENSIONS
EXTENDED For paving extended widths,
variable widths, or paving adjacent to curbs,
buildings, etc. itis useful to extend the screed
‘extension(s). Extensions are adjusted by the
Ssexeed extension conta.
Under normal operation the auger Manual
‘Automatic contral switch is placed inthe
‘Automatic position. The Auger Directional
‘control switches are placed in the Forward or
‘Out poston. In this mode of operation the
augers will tun anytime the ight or left
‘conveyor is activated to maintain the proper
‘strbution of asphalt tothe extensions.
For special applications the augers can be
‘operated manually by placing the Manual /
Automatic Switch i Uve Matnual position ard te
Auger Directional Control switeh in either the
‘OUT or IN postion. When operating the
‘augers in the Manual mode, the auger should
be tumed OFF once the extension(s) is filled
with asphalt. Continuous running of the augers
‘can cause the mat to be uneven and shorten
the life of the augers.OPERATION
DM-5500
PRE-OPERATION CHECK-OUT PROCEDURE
Before starting to pave with the DM-S500, the
machine should "be inspected using | the
following check ist as a guide:
41. Before starting, engine lubricating oil evel
2. Before stating, engine coolant water level
4 Before stating, hydraulic reservotr fig
level
4. Before stating, machine lubricated per
instructions inthis manual
'5, All machine functions operating property
‘Also check the following tems periodically or
‘where applicable, ee lubrication chart
8 Planetary fud levels.
8, Engine fuel and airfiters. Engine properly
tuned and operating smoothly. Fan belt
tight
410, General purpose hydrauiic pressure.
11. Conveyors adjusted properly and wear
check, Also see Wear Check Manus
12, Augericonveyor drive chains adjusted
propery and auger waar check. Alco coo
Wear Check Manual,
‘START UP INSTRUCTIONS
41) Aftor the paverfnisher arives atthe job site,
‘when preparing to lay bituminous base
materials and if paving specifications perm,
Use the machine's wash down hose to wet al
surfaces with fuel oil which will come in
Contact with paving material (push ols,
hopper, conveyors, augers, screed face and
bottom as well as screed extensions and
‘edger plates). This will make clean up easier.
A WARNING
Never use wash down spray wile
screed heaters are operating
2) Position the machine on the joint or point from
which paving is to start. Screed extensions
‘should be appropriately adjusted if the job
requires their use. Feed control sensors
‘should be installed, Position the steering
‘Guide in relation tothe steering reference,
3) Initaly set the flow gates 1/2. open. Final
precise adjustment is made after paving has
‘Startad and material damand on each side of
the screed versus supply is observed.
4) When starting o lay a bituminous mat, i ie
‘essential that the bottom of the screed be
‘elevated from the grade a distance equal to
the desired mat depth plus enough extra
height to allow for mat compaction by roling,
This Is normally accomplished by” placing
wood starting blocks of the required
thickness under each end of the screed.
Example: Ifa fiished mat of 2" (51 mm) is to
be lad, starting blocks 2's" (65 mm) thick
‘would provide a sutable starting height. Note
that starting to pave ftom the end of a
previously laid mat, staring blocks with a
thickness equal only tothe amount. of
‘compaction are all that is required (i) [14
rm] with reference tothe foregoing exam,
8) The starting blocks should be as long or
longer than the cimension of the sereed plate
(front to rear) and should be placed
longitudinally with the pavers direction of
travel, one under and near each end of the
sereed, This staring block placement wil
provide the screed plate with a full bearing
surface on each end that is essentially
parallel with the grade and on which the
Screed can be ruled out
erDM-5500
OPERATION
6) Null out the screed. This is an expression
used to describe adjusting both ends of the
screed 50 that the screed plate rests
‘absolutely fat on the stating blocks. When
both the front and rear edges of the screed
plate rests squarely on the starting blocks
the screed depth cranks will have a limited
amount of free rotary movement between
‘screw tension in ether direction, Tne
Presence of this free rotary movement in
both screws indicates that the screed is
ruled out
7) Introduce screed angle of attack. The weight
‘ofthe screed exerts a compacting force as it
passes over the bituminous mix. Angle of
attack Is an adjustment which raises. the
{ont edge of the sereed causing the sereed
to climb enough to equal the amount of
‘compaction that It exerts on the mix. Exact
langle of attack is always an unknown factor
since many factors such as variations in
mix, composition, temperature and paving
speed all affect the amount of angle of
allack requited. However, is known Ut
there will be compaction by the screed
making it necessary to introduce some
‘angle of attack before the screed leaves the
starting blocks,
With the screed properly nulled out, introduce
start-up angle of attack by turing both screed
depth cranks one full turn counter-lockwise
(CCW), When paving begins check mat depth
land adjust the depth cranks until desired mat
depth is obtained.
8) Light the screed heater and preheat the
sereed per the instructions given in the
‘Screed Manual.
9) Position a truck loaded with paving material
against the push rolls in front of the paver.
‘Adjust the throttle, and turn both the Auger
‘and Conveyor switches to AUTO. Fill the
hopper and allow the augers to fil up and
stop. If necessary, tum the screed vibrator
ON.
Move _ the _Direction-Speed
FORWARD and begin to pave.
10) Levers
11) As paving progresses, make adjustments
necessary to maintain adequate material
Gelvery ind produce a salisactory al
12) Refer to the Blaw-Knox PAVING MANUAL
for information on Controling Mat Quality
13) Refer to Figure 12 for a guide to amounts
‘of paving material needed.
B13OPERATION DM-5500
Mix needed to cover a square yard
Densiy of
rmivios Pee] | oa faa
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150 nse
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0 nses
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10 ose
Square yard area covered by one ton of mix
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS.
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SAFETY PRACTICES FOR SERVICING PAVER
DM-5500
Read and understand all instructions
‘contained. in this manual, the engine
manual and all optional equipment’ manuals,
before attempting to service the paver. Paver
adjustments and servicing should be performed
‘only by responsible persons who have been
propery instructed and authorized to do so.
NOTICE
Always mount and dismount paver from the
fear, using walkways, steps and handrails
provided.
A WARNING
Before attempting to service, attach or remove
‘any part or assembly on the paver, make
certain that:
(7) Al-controls and switches are in the OFF or
Centered position.
(2) Hopper wings are lowered
(@) Screed is lowered or secured in the raised
position,
(4) Engine
Instructed
Is shut off unless otherwise
FRafuel paver only when engine has been shut
off. Do not permit’ sparks, open flames or
‘smoking within 50 feet of the paver when
felueling. Never refuel paver with screed
heaters operating
Never use the wash down system when screed
heaters are operating
Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure
can have sufficient force to penetrate the
skin causing serious personal injury. Before
tisconnecting @ line, be sure to relieve all
pressure. Before applying pressure to a system
be sure all connections are tight and that lines,
tubes and hoses are not damaged
Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be
almost invisible, Use a piece of cardboard or
‘wood, rather than hands, to search for
suspected leaks.
Hf injured by escaping fluid see a doctor at
‘once, Serious infection or reaction can develop
if proper mecical treatment is not administered
immediataly
A CAUTION
Refil the radiator only when the engine is
stopped or idling siowly. This paver has a
pressurized cooling system. To avold being
Scalded when radiator cap is removed, wear
gloves or use @ heavy rag. Then tum cap
Slightly to the stop which allows. steam to
escape through the overflow hose. After all
pressure is relieved, remove cap. Pour coolant
in slowly until level is 1" below the bottom of
filer neck
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep all
sparks and open flames away from batteries, if
4 battery needs recharging, avoid sparks by
tuming "off the chafger’ before making
‘connections or disconnections
Sulfuric acid in batteries is a poison and could
‘cause severe bums. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes and clothing. When working around
batteries, protect eyes and face from battery
fluid and possible explosion.
Before starting the engine, be sure there is
‘adequate ventilation. if it i necessary to
‘operate the engine inside an enclosed service
‘area, be sure exhaust is properly vented
Make sure everyone is clear of the paver
before starting 50 they cannot be struck, or
‘caught in moving partsDM-5500
SAFETY PRACTICES FOR SERVICING PAVER
‘CLEAN UP AND WASHDOWN PROCEDURE
To ensure proper performance and maximum
service life of the paver, it must be cleaned and
washed down with ciasel fuel, Kerosene, or
‘other appropriate cleaning solution at the end of
feach work day while the machine is stil warm.
Daily clean up of the paver can signioantly
Increase the lite of components in the material
handling ateas and reduce many mat problems.
Abrasive materiale which accumulate in
‘Sprocket, bearing, auger and conveyor areas
increase’ the stress on all components and
accelerate wear. Cold paving material can break
loose and produce tears inthe mat as they pass
Under the screed. Al residual asphalt materials.
should be removed trom the paver, especially in
the material handling areas, and the surfaces
sprayed to eliminate any remaining residue
This leaves a petroleum fim on surfaces to
reduce the potential for material sticking the
‘ext time the paveris used.
‘The clean up and washdawn procedure should
bbe performed away from the paving site. The
paver should be driven to the dasignated areas
{and the folowing shutdown procedure used:
Bo sure everyone is clear of the machine,
Lower hopper wings or bed
‘Secure seread in raised position.
Make sure all functions are shut OFF.
‘Allow sereed heaters to cool 10 minutes
before washing screed.
‘Secure screed in the raised postion
vith support.
A WARNING
Never wash down the machine while
the screed heaters are operating, This
could resutin fie or explosion
Naver smoke or allow others to smoke
wile washing with fuel oll or
kerosene, This could result in fire or
explosion
Run the conveyors and augers. only
when required to gain access to all
surfaces and only after personnel are
(ut of the material handling areas.
Never stand in the hopper while the
{engine is running
Diesel fuel is both flammable and
slippery, So extreme care must be
exercised during this clean up and
WASHDOWN procedure to avoid fire
(personal injury.
Spray down all surfaces which come in contact
with paving material. Then use a scraping