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Bomag BW 213 DH-3, BW 213 PDH-3, BW 214 DH-3, BW 214 PDH-3 2001 Repair Manual

You’ve got a Bomag roller in the shop. Maybe the hydraulics are acting up, or you’re chasing a vibration system fault. Without the factory documentation, you’re guessing. These rollers aren’t cheap, and neither is the downtime. I’ve seen a technician replace a whole hydrostatic pump because he used a generic wiring diagram. That’s a $3,000 mistake. The Bomag BW 213 DH-3, BW 213 PDH-3, BW 214 DH-3, BW 214 PDH-3 2001 Repair Manual kills that guesswork. 340 pages, direct from Bomag, published 02/2001. Page 1 tells you exactly which models this covers: BW 213 DH-3, BW 213 PDH-3, BW 214 DH-3, and BW 214 PDH-3. Single drum wheel drive vibratory rollers. This isn’t a generic manual from a third party that lumps ten different machines into one document. It’s the real thing.

Page 5 lists the table of contents. I’ll walk you through what matters.

Torque Specs and Tightening Torques: Section 1.04

The tightening torques section on page 5 is where you live if you’re reassembling anything on these machines. Bomag lists exact values for every threaded fastener. No “tighten until snug” garbage. You get Nm values – convert to ft-lbs if you need to, but use the spec. I’ve seen guys snap bolts on the drum mount because they used a standard torque for a grade 8. These rollers use metric hardware. Pay attention.

Safety Regulations: Not Optional

Section 1.02 covers safety regulations. You might think you know how to work on heavy equipment. But these rollers have specific hazards – pinch points, high-pressure hydraulics, and vibration system engagement. The manual spells out lockout/tagout procedures and required personal protective equipment. Skip this, and you’re risking more than a comeback.

General Notes for Repairs: What the Factory Wants You to Know

Bomag covers general notes for repairs in section 1.03. It tells you the order of disassembly, the tools required, and the inspection criteria. For example, before you pull a hydraulic component, you’re supposed to clean the surrounding area and cap open ports. Simple stuff, but it saves contamination. This section also covers thread locking compound application, bearing preload checks, and seal installation. Every detail matters.

Connecting Plan: Electrical and Hydraulic Routing

Section 1.05 is the connecting plan. This is the wiring and hydraulic hose routing diagram. If you’ve ever tried to trace a wire on a Bomag roller without a schematic, you know the pain. The connecting plan shows every connector, every pressure line, every return line. Get this wrong, and you could blow a seal or short a solenoid. The factory diagram is worth the price of the manual alone.

Who Needs This Bomag Repair Manual?

If you own or service a 2001 Bomag BW 213 or BW 214 series roller, you need this. It’s for shop mechanics, rental fleet maintenance, and private operators who do their own repairs. Don’t waste time on internet forums or YouTube videos that show a different revision. This is the exact PDF that Bomag dealers use. And if you’re looking for a manual for a different machine, check the Bomag MPH 100 R/S 1999 Repair Manual – Factory OEM Shop Manual or the Bomag BC 571/671/771 RB 1998 Repair Manual – OEM Factory Specs. Also available: Bomag BW177, DH, PDH, 40 2010 Repair Manual – OEM Specs and manuals for Manual Transmission systems or other equipment with a Manual Transmission.

OEM vs Aftermarket: Why This Edition Wins

I trust aftermarket manuals about as far as I can throw a Deutz engine. They leave out torque specs, they reprint blurry diagrams, and they never have the latest safety bulletins. This is the original Bomag document, 02/2001 issue. It’s not a scan of a scan. The text is clear, the diagrams are crisp, and every page is numbered. You get the same information Bomag technicians get. Period.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this manual cover both the DH-3 and PDH-3 models?

Yes. It covers all four variants: BW 213 DH-3, BW 213 PDH-3, BW 214 DH-3, BW 214 PDH-3.

What publication year is this manual?

2001. It’s the February 2001 edition.

Are the tightening torques given in imperial units?

The manual uses metric Newton-meter values as standard for these German-designed machines. If you’re working in a shop that uses ft-lbs, you’ll need to convert. But the exact values are from Bomag, so you know they’re correct. I recommend keeping a conversion chart handy. Using the wrong torque on a vibratory drum flange can cause fastener fatigue and catastrophic failure.

Can I print this PDF and take it to the job site?

Yes. After access, you can print specific pages or the whole manual. We recommend printing the safety and torque sections.

I’ve been turning wrenches for 28 years. When a Bomag roller comes in, I reach for the factory manual. This is your chance to have the same resource on your tablet or printed out. Access the Factory Manual. It’s the difference between a repair that sticks and one that comes back on a hook.