Roller, Ride-on 35.7" Tandem Vibratory (Multiquip AR13HAR)

Safety Information

Multiquip AR-13H Vibrating Riding Roller

• NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, steeltoed boots and other protective devices required by the job.
• NEVER operate this equipment when not feeling well due to fatigue, illness or taking medicine.
• NEVER operate this equipment under the influence or drugs or alcohol.
• ALWAYS wear proper respiratoty (mask) hearing and eye protection equipment when operating the roller.
• NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold, mufler or cylinder. Allow thes parts to cool before servicing engine or pump.
• HIGH TEMPERATURES - Allow the engine to cool before adding fuel or performing service and maintenance functions. Contact with hot components can cause serious burns.
• THE ENGINE of this roller requires an adequate free flow of cooling air. Never operate the roller in any enclosed or narrow area where free flow of the air is restricted. If the air flow is restricted it will cause serious damage to the roller or engine and may cause injury to people and property. Remember the roller's engine gives off DEADLY gasses.
• ALWAYS use entreme caution when working with flammable liquids. When refueling. DO NOT smoke around or near the machine. Fire or explosion could result from fuel vapors, or if fuel is spelled on a hot engine.
• NEVER operate the vibratory roller in an explosive atmosphere or near combustible materials. An explosion or fire could result causing severe bodily harm or even death.
• TOPPING-OFF to filler port is dangerous, as it tends to spill fuel.
• NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not recommended by Multiquip for thes equipment. Damage to the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
• NEVER run engine without air cleaner. Severe engine damage may occur.
• ALWAYS store equipment properly when it is not being used. Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the reach of children.
• DO NOT leave roller with engine running
• IF THE ROLLER must be stopped on an incline (grade), remove the ignition key and place chock blocks under the front and rear drums.
• NEVER drive the roller on unshored trenches or near steep, unsupported banks, The vibration caused by the roller could cause a cave-in.
• WHEN working on slopes, avoid sidehill travel. Operate up and down travel only. Remember, the danger of sliding on and/or tripping on steep slopes is always present.
• ALWAYS wear seat belts.
• WHEN MALFUNCTIONS OCCUR, always remove the ignition key and place a "DO NOT OPERATE" sign in the operator's seat.
• IF A MALFUNCTION occurs with the travel lever mechanism, speed and direction will be impossible to control. Immediately stop the roller and correct the problem.
• IF THE STEERING SYSTEM OPERATES IMPROPERLY, immediately stop the engine and apply the parking brake.
• IN THE EVENT OF HYDRAULIC HOSE OR LINE FAILURE, promptly return the travel lever to the “neutral” position, stop the engine and set the parking brake.
• START the roller only when seated in the operator's position.
• NEVER disconnect any "emergency or safety devices"

• The roller has an operating weight of approximatly 3,088 lbs.. Use lifting equipment capable of lifting this weight.
• ALWAYS check the roller's lifting hooks. Before lifting or transporting the roller, lock the frame with the locking bar that is provided. Make sure the hooks are secure and tight before lifting the machine
• When driving the roller onto a transporting vehicle or trailer, use ramps or other suitable material of sufficient strength to support the roller.
• Remove mud, oil, ice, snow or any other slippery materials from the ramps and bed of the vehicle to avoid accidents.
• After loading apply the parking brake.
• Use a chain, binder or other suitable means to firmly secure the roller before transporting.
• Only use the lifting points for the roller that are clearly marked as "lifting Points"
• NEVER apply chains through the articculating section of the roller. The chain could cause damage by scoring the hydraulic steering cylinder
• NEVER stand below roller when it is being lifted
• DO NOT allow personnel to stand under or near any suspended machine. Serious injury or death may result