Liquid DuraPlacer DP18L / DP24L Page ii
Avoid Overhead Power Lines ..............................................................................................................................10
Prepare for Transport..........................................................................................................................................10
Transport Safely ..................................................................................................................................................11
Park Safely...........................................................................................................................................................11
Replace Safety Signs................................................................................................................................................12
Hitch....................................................................................................................................................................12
Wing....................................................................................................................................................................13
Main Frame.........................................................................................................................................................14
Wheel and Tracks................................................................................................................................................14
Safety Features........................................................................................................................................................15
Sign-O Form ..........................................................................................................................................................16
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................... 17
Tractor Power, Size Recommendaon .....................................................................................................................17
Hydraulic System Requirements..............................................................................................................................17
Machine Dimensions & Specicaons.....................................................................................................................18
PREPARING THE MACHINE ................................................................................................................................... 19
Use the Tractor Operator’s Manual.........................................................................................................................19
Pre-Operaon Checklist...........................................................................................................................................19
AXLES, TIRES, and TRACKS ................................................................................................................................... 20
Seng Axle Width...................................................................................................................................................20
Axle Width Chart – Singles..................................................................................................................................21
Axle Width Chart – Tracks ...................................................................................................................................22
Checking Tire Pressure ............................................................................................................................................23
Checking Wheel Nuts ..............................................................................................................................................24
Track Use .................................................................................................................................................................25
General Guidelines..............................................................................................................................................25
Maximizing Track Life..........................................................................................................................................25
Track System Break-In .........................................................................................................................................25
Track Wear & Trash Buildup ....................................................................................................................................27
Undercarriage Inspecon and Maintenance...........................................................................................................27
Track Service............................................................................................................................................................28
Mid-Wheel, Wedges, Idler, and Mid-Roller Cap Screws......................................................................................28
Check Track Alignment........................................................................................................................................29
Track Alignment Procedure.................................................................................................................................30
ATTACHING and DETACHING ................................................................................................................................31
Aach the Machine Safely.......................................................................................................................................31
Aach the Machine to the Tractor ..........................................................................................................................31
Aach Safety Chain to Tractor.................................................................................................................................32