A. The operator should be familiar with the performance of this machine through training before operating it.
B. Put the travelling frame on the track, the travelling wheels should be aligned with both of the rail, push the two tamping machines (whose hoist cylinders are lifted up to the top) onto the flat traveling frame in turn, align the position respectively, plug the fore-and-aft king bolts in position holes. Then fold up the off-track frame, clasp the supporting hook of the off-track frame with the shackle of the traveling frame. While working, the operator had better face towards the direction of the train coming.
C. Connect the power source and turn on the combined switch ( If using petrol engine, start the engine manually and press the throttle to the working position ), carry out the tamping operation according to the track conditions. Once the tamping blade is inserted, one to three open-clamp cycles should be applied generally.
D. During working, the operator should keep a close eye on the operating conditions of the machine and the track conditions. The two operators should coordinate and cooperate with each other closely and make every operating step harmoniously..
E. If the machine is driven by electric engine, operator has to possess insulated protection article..
F. While tamping, should keep away from the obstructers such as the anti-creeper, gauge-rod and supporting wood.
G. After clamping the ballast, open the tine palm and at the same time shift the reversing valve lifting rod to lift the machine to the top position, then push it to the next tamping spot and continue operation.
H. The lubricating oil should be applied once as the vibrating bearing has been put into operation for 50 hours in order to extend its working life.
I For the first time, stop operating after half an hour, adjust the tensening wheel to increase the belt tensening force and avoid belt falling.
J. The two operators should coordinate and cooperate with each other closely and make every operating step harmoniously..
K. During working, in case that the rail clamp keeps clamping the rail tightly even after the tamping pick is lifted up, loosen the clamp jaw completely by pulling out the safety pin, which is done by using the grooved end of the pressing handle of the manual hydraulic pump.
L. In case of any serious breakdown, remove the machine away from the track by using the manual hydraulic pump to lift up the tamping picks. Never do troubleshooting while the machine is parking on the track.