OPERATION

Shut-off Compactor Before Lifting

When compaction is complete, shut off compactor before lifting it from the ground.

Do not pound the ground with the compactor.

Do not start in the middle of an un-compacted area. Always start at the edge, near a solid wall, bank, or a previously compacted area.

Compacting Clay Materials

Clay type materials have a different composition and will not transmit vibration as well as granular materials; therefore, it is necessary to decrease the lift height and hold the compactor position for 15 seconds in each spot. Two passes are usually sufficient.

Sheet or Pile Driving

Compactors are effective in driving timber sheeting, steel sheet piles, 'H' or 'I' beams, and they drive into most soils including fine sand and rocky material. Best results are achieved by keeping the compactor base 90O to the pile and use down-force and vibration to hammer the material. If you come across excessive resistance, lift the compactor slightly and let it 'bounce' on the pile for a hammering effect. Do not use the compactor to extract pilings.

Cold Weather Operation

Oils for use in cold weather operation should have a viscosity not exceeding 7500 SSU at the minimum start up temperature. And the ambient temperature should be at least 20o F above the pour point of the oil. Start with a gradual warm-up until the oil reaches a reasonably fluid state.

Daily Inspection

At the end of each shift check the following:

Check rubber isolators for cracks. Replace as necessary.

Bolt Loctite Requirements

Check the mounting pins and bushings for proper fit to the carrier. Check that the pin locks are in place and secure.

Check that all hose connections are tight and there are no leaks.

If your compactor is equipped with a swivel mount, grease this connection with 5 shots dependent on the amount of compactor use.

Always use standard EP2 grease.

Check that all bolts are tight. If necessary, remove the bolt and install using Loctite and tighten to the specified torque.

•Red Loctite: motor and eccentric housing bolts

•Blue Loctite: rubber isolator bolts and all others

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