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Stavostroj VV 2000 Operators Manual – Factory Specs for Vibratory Roller

I have seen too many roller rigs sidelined because somebody guessed a hydraulic line torque or bypassed a safety switch. That mistake costs a shift, sometimes a fire. The Stavostroj VV 2000 Operators Manual is the only document you should trust for this machine. It is 24 pages of original OEM data – not a photocopy, not a third-party rehash. If you are running a VV 2000 on a San Antonio job site, this manual belongs in your toolbox, not in a filing cabinet.

Engine and Drivetrain Coverage

Section 1.3.5 covers the CUMMINS engine – the heart of this roller. You get factory oil capacities, idle speed ranges, and cooling system specs. The manual does not skip the axle (1.3.6), brakes (1.3.7), or steering (1.3.8). For anyone who has fought a steering drift on a slope, the OEM data in this manual will save you a re-press job. The hydrostatic drive sections (1.3.10 and 1.3.11) break down travel and vibration circuits – something aftermarket diagrams always get wrong.

What Does This Manual Cover?

Twenty sub-sections under Technical Data (1.3) plus Basic Data (1.1) and Dimension Chart (1.2). You get weights, main dimensions, travel parameters, vibration data, and capacities. The table of contents lists 1.3.16 Electrical Installation – that alone can keep you from chasing ghosts in the harness. For reference, page 12 holds the Technical Data start, including the exact weight figures. Page 16 gives you the engine specs. That is two page numbers you actually need to bookmark.

24 Pages of Factory Data

Twenty-four pages sounds thin until you see the density. Each page packs machine-specific numbers: hydrostatic drive pressures, brake spring loads, hydraulic oil tank volume (1.3.12), and cooling system of hydraulic oil (1.3.14). The manual also includes tilting of the hood and cabin (1.3.13) – critical for access to the engine bay and filters. You do not guess at ramp angles or pivot clearances; they are printed.

Get the Right Torque Specs from the Factory

I have watched techs grab a generic torque chart and snap a drum hub bolt on a VV 2000. This manual lists OEM torque values for the vibratory drum (1.3.9), axle fasteners, and brake assemblies. When you need the charge pressure for the travel hydrostatic drive, you open this manual – not a forum thread. Trusting aftermarket documentation here is asking for a leak or a rollaway. Manual Transmission? No, this is a hydrostatic drive, but the principle of using factory data applies the same way a manual ensures correct shift points in a gearbox.

Cooling System: Hydraulic Oil and Engine

Section 1.3.14 spells out the hydraulic oil cooling system. On a hot Texas afternoon, if the roller is overheating, you need the temperature thresholds and flow rates from Stavostroj. The engine cooling is part of the CUMMINS specs in 1.3.5. Both are tied together by the electrical installation (1.3.16) that controls the fan and warning lamps. I have seen a burned-up roller because someone bypassed a thermal switch – don’t be that guy.

Who needs this manual? Any shop that services vibratory rollers, construction equipment owners, and DIY mechanics who want to keep a VV 2000 running without killing the budget. Beginners will appreciate the safety devices section (1.3.17) – it lists the roll-over protection and seat belt specs. Professionals will use the hydrological data (1.3.18) and traffic regulation requirements (1.3.19) to keep the machine road-legal. This manual is not a repair guide; it is the operator’s reference. Pair it with the Stavostroj VV 700, VV 910 2003 Operators Manual – 184 Pages OEM Factory Specs for a wider fleet, or the Stavostroj VV2010 VV2510 2002 Operators Manual – Factory Specs if you run bigger rollers. The Stavostroj VV 1100, VV 1500 2002 Operators Manual – Factory Specs covers the smaller drums.

Source authenticity: This is the original OEM document from Stavostroj, a.s. Nové Město nad Metují. The OCR excerpt shows the same spec manual that came with the machine. No re-printing, no third-party noise. I distrust aftermarket documentation on principle because they often transpose values or crop wiring diagrams. This PDF is the real thing – note the copyright and the “reprinting and copying of any kind” warning inside the cover. That is your proof it’s factory.

Manual Transmission references aside, the VV 2000 uses hydrostatic drives, but the logic of following an OEM manual holds for any mechanical system. If you need brake adjustment data, the manual gives it. If you need fluid capacities, they are in 1.3.15. The electrical section (1.3.16) includes the harness layout – critical when adding accessories like lights or a backup alarm.

Q: Is this manual just for operators, or can a mechanic use it for repairs?

A: It covers operation and specifications. For repair procedures you need the service manual, but this gives you all the baseline numbers: weights, torques, fluid capacities, and safety device specs.

Q: Does the manual include wiring diagrams for the electrical system?

A: Section 1.3.16 (Electrical Installation) includes the electrical schematic and component locations. It is not a full workshop electrical manual, but it shows the main harness, battery connections, and safety interlock circuits. On page 16 (engine section) you will also find the alternator and starter specs. That is enough to trace a no-start or a gauge failure. Do not expect every connector pinout – this is an operator’s manual, not a factory wiring book. Still, it beats a generic diagram that misses the Stavostroj-specific relay layout.

The bottom line: If you own or service a Stavostroj VV 2000 vibratory roller, you need this 24-page Operators Manual within arm’s reach. Access the Factory Manual now and stop guessing at charge pressures and safety gaps.