PRELIMINARY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

PRELIMINARY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

for excavating or heavy dozing of undisturbed soils. Its

After engine has been properly warmed up and all service

proper function is in leveling off irregularities in grade left

checks, completed, raise dozer to traveling position by

by the earth-moving equipment and leveling piles of

pulling back dozer control lever to UP position. Place

dumped fill material. The operator should level the fill at a

transmission forward-reverse control lever in desired posi-

constant speed, making it easier to achieve uniform

tion, 'F' forward or 'R' reverse, and place trans- mission

compaction. The type of fill will deter- mine the speed at

speed control lever in first '1' gear and apply throttle.

which it is spread. Sandy soil, for example, can be laid

down at a faster rate than clay. Speed is also an important

Gradually build up speed, shifting into a higher gear as

factor in the compaction process. Higher speeds result in

required. The machine is equipped with a power shift

higher impact forces and thus, greater compaction

transmission which means that the operator is able to shift

densities are achieved.

to a higher speed range without slowing down. When

rolling resistance is high or the machine is climbing an

In order to operate machine at maximum efficiency,

incline, a lower gear will often produce a higher speed. The

maintain engine RPM above 2000, with transmission in

operator will be aware of this if he notices a slowing down

appropriate gear. Observe gauges frequently during

after shifting to a higher gear.

machine operation. Refer to INSTRUMENTS AND

CONTROLS for normal gauge readings. Do not operate

The dozer blade on the K300 should not be used

machine if gauges are not functioning properly.

SHUT-DOWN AND PARKING PROCEDUERE

It is important to idle an engine for 3 to 5 minutes before Put gear levers in neutral position, lower blade and set

shutting it down to allow lubricating oil and water to carry parking brake.

heat away from engine components. Residual heat is very

often the cause of engine damage. After idling the engine In cold weather, care should be taken to avoid freezing

to reduce extreme temperatures, turn the ignition switch to machine in mud, dirt or snow. If wheels are not properly

cleaned, built up material may harden and damage cleaner

the OFF position.

teeth when machine is moved.

Rev. 760501

K300

200-5.1