User manual CATERPILLAR PS360C BROCHURE

[. . . ] The PS360C Pneumatic Compactor establishes new standards for productivity and reliability in the compaction industry. A durable Cat engine, large ballast tank and the world's largest and most dedicated dealer support system ensure the PS360C Pneumatic Compactor will provide maximum utilization. The PS360C will achieve outstanding compaction results regardless of the application with its proven suspension design and flexible weight adjustment. 2 Ballasting The ballast compartments are positioned with a calculated balance of wheel to weight ratio. [. . . ] integrated baffles prevent surges when water ballasted. Large cover plates on the operator's platform provide fill points for sand or steel. The water fill port can be accessed from ground level. Bolt-on side cover allows quick removal of sand or steel ballast. Water ballast can be emptied through a drain valve located on the chamber. R 5 Serviceability Less time on maintenance means more time on the job. Routine maintenance points are grouped in the engine compartment. ground level servicing simplifies maintenance. Visual restriction indicators for the hydraulic oil filter and air filter. Simplified access to the power-train through the engine hood. color-coded and numbered wires wrapped in nylon braid ensure system integrity and help simplify troubleshooting. Grouped pressure taps with quick-connect fittings simplify troubleshooting. remote lubrication fittings decrease maintenance time. Optional Equipment Standard and optional equipment may vary, contact your Caterpillar® dealer for details. Sliding Operator's Station includes a multi-position control console that slides into three locked positions: left, center and right. The operator's seat also rotates 30º in either direction. Suspension Seat is a mechanical seat that has vertical height and weight adjustments with armrests. Speedometer is calibrated in kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph) on an analog dial. The system includes a 19 L (5 gal) emulsion tank, electric pump and spray nozzles for each tire. Sun Canopy includes a sheet-metal structure that shields the operator's station from the sun. Heat Retention Shields include a belttype material that traps heat in order to prevent asphalt from adhering to the tire surfaces. Combined Ballast consists of four internal ballast blocks weighing 4064 kg (8, 960 lb), two steel blocks weighing 446 kg (982 lb) that are bolted to the front bumper, and two sets of of 51 mm (2") thick steel ballast plates weighing 3084 kg (6, 600 lb). [. . . ] The ballast blocks provide a low center of gravity, resulting in good stability. The ballast blocks are positioned in the bottom of the mainframe near the center of the machine. water System The pressurized water system is efficient and reliable. The system includes stainless steel distribution bars located over the front and rear tires and retractable cocoa mats for each tire. [. . . ]