POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS OPERATOR MANUAL Read this manual before using product. Failure to follow instructions and safety precautions can result in serious injury, death, or property damage. Keep manual for future reference.
This product has been designed and constructed according to general engineering standardsa. Other local regulations may apply and must be followed by the operator. We strongly recommend that all personnel associated with this equipment be trained in the correct operational and safety procedures required for this product. Periodic reviews of this manual with all employees should be standard practice. For your convenience, we include this sign-off sheet so you can record your periodic reviews.
WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 5 1.1. Purpose of the Equipment........................................................................................ 7 2. Safety .................................................................................................................................... 9 2.1.
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WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 1. INTRODUCTION 1. Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Wheatheart Post Pounder. This equipment is intended for the installation of fence posts, and will allow you to perform your work safely and efficiently when you read and follow all of the instructions contained in this manual. With proper care, your Post Pounder will provide you with many years of trouble-free service.
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WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. PURPOSE OF THE EQUIPMENT The Post Pounder is designed and manufactured for the efficient installation of fence posts. Before operating near power lines or buried gas lines, consult local utility companies. Ensure all support legs are secured on the ground before operating. Use only a tractor, towing vehicle or skid steer loader of adequate power and capacity to operate the machine.
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WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 2. SAFETY 2. Safety The Safety Alert symbol to the left identifies important safety messages on the product and in the manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death. Follow the instructions in the safety messages. Why is SAFETY important to you? • Accidents disable and kill. • Accidents cost. • Accidents can be avoided.
2. SAFETY 2.1. GENERAL SAFETY WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 2.1. GENERAL SAFETY Important: This general safety section includes instructions that apply to all safety practices. Any instructions specific to a certain safety practice (e.g., Operational Safety), can be found in the appropriate section. Always read the complete instructional sections and not just these safety summaries before doing anything with the equipment.
WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 2. SAFETY 2.2. TRANSPORT & PLACEMENT SAFETY 2.2. TRANSPORT & PLACEMENT SAFETY • Check with local authorities regarding transport on public roads. Obey all applicable laws and regulations. • Always travel at a safe speed. Use caution when turning corners or meeting traffic. • Use extreme care and minimum ground speed when operating or transporting on hillsides, over rough ground, or near ditches or fences.
2. SAFETY 2.2. TRANSPORT & PLACEMENT SAFETY WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS Figure 2.
WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS WORK AREA! TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY! 2. SAFETY 2.2. TRANSPORT & PLACEMENT SAFETY OPERATOR ONLY AT CONTROLS! FLYING DEBRIS HAZARD CRUSHING ZONE! KEEP CLEAR CRUSHING HAZARD! Figure 2.
2. SAFETY 2.3. OPERATION SAFETY WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 2.3. OPERATION SAFETY • Have another person nearby who can shut down the equipment in case of accident. • Do not operate with any of the safety guards removed. • Keep body, hair, and clothing away from moving parts. Stay away from intake during operation. • Do not use damaged belts, there is a risk of flying debris.
WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 2. SAFETY 2.6. ENGINE SAFETY • Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened, or crimped hoses. • Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the hydraulic fittings or hoses with tape, clamps, or adhesive. The hydraulic system operates under extremely high pressure; such repairs will fail suddenly and create a hazardous and unsafe condition. • Before moving a hydraulic cylinder, ensure that the attached component is safely secured.
2. SAFETY 2.9. SAFETY DECALS WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 2.9. SAFETY DECALS • Keep safety decals clean and legible at all times. • Replace safety decals that are missing or have become illegible. See decal location figures that follow. • Replaced parts must display the same decal(s) as the original part. • Safety decals are available from your distributor, dealer, or factory. 2.9.1. DECAL INSTALLATION 1.
WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 2. SAFETY 2.9. SAFETY DECALS Figure 2.
2. SAFETY 2.9. SAFETY DECALS WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS Figure 2.
WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 2. SAFETY 2.9. SAFETY DECALS Figure 2.
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WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 3. TRANSPORT 3. Transport Warning: Before continuing, ensure you have read and understand the relevant information in the safety section. Safety information is provided to help prevent serious injury, death, or property damage. Follow this procedure when placing the unit into its transport position: Important: 1.
3. TRANSPORT WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS WARNING Use extreme care and use minimum ground speed when operating or transporting on hillsides, over rough ground, or near ditches or fences.
WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 4. PLACEMENT 4.1. PLACING A POST POUNDER 4. Placement Warning: Before continuing, ensure you have read and understand the relevant information in the safety section. Safety information is provided to help prevent serious injury, death, or property damage. 4.1. PLACING A POST POUNDER Follow this procedure when placing the machine into its working position: 1. Review the work area safety diagram (Figure 2.2, Figure 2.
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WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 5. OPERATION 5.1. PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 5. Operation Warning: Before continuing, ensure you have read and understand the relevant information in the safety section. Safety information is provided to help prevent serious injury, death, or property damage. NOTICE Ensure that the pounder is attached to equipment that has sufficient capacity to tow or lift the machine. Refer to Section 9.3. for pounder specifications. 5.1.
5. OPERATION 5.2. DRIVES & LOCKOUTS WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS .. WARNING Shut off and remove key or lock out power source before inspecting or servicing the machine. 5.2. DRIVES & LOCKOUTS This unit can be equipped with a gas motor / PTO driving a hydraulic pump or a tractor / skid steer loader supplying the hydraulic power to the machine’s hydraulic valves.
WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 5. OPERATION 5.4. DRIVING A POST 5.4. DRIVING A POST Note: On Skid Steer / 3pt Center Mast models, remove hairpins on transport locks (Figure 2.1) before operating. ENGAGE THE HUGGER: 1. Using the hydraulic controls, raise the impact head and open the hugger (Figure 5.1). NOTICE Do not allow the hammer to collide forcefully with the rubber hammer stop.
5. OPERATION 5.4. DRIVING A POST WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS Figure 5.2 Hugger Closed Figure 5.1 Hugger Open OUTRIGGER LEG (HH PLUS ONLY): WARNING Lower the outrigger leg (if equipped) to prevent machine rollover. 1. With the post driver in the desired location, pull the spring pin allowing the outrigger leg to drop to the ground (Figure 5.4). The spring pin must engage with the stabilizer lower arm to lock the leg in the down position. 2.
WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 5. OPERATION 5.4. DRIVING A POST DRIVING A POST: 1. Use the hydraulic control valves (Figure 5.5) to position the hammer in the desired position. With the post held in the hugger and the outrigger leg (HH Plus only) locked in the down position, raise the impact head approximately 1’ to 2’ above the post before driving the post down. This partial stroke is used to set the post. 2.
5. OPERATION 5.5. SHUTDOWN WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 5.5. SHUTDOWN ENGINE DRIVE MODELS: 1. After completing the job, ensure that the pounder mast is in the lowered position. 2. Lean the mast back into the transport position. Fully extend hitch cylinder. 3. Reduce engine speed to a low idle to allow motor to cool off. 4. Once motor has cooled down, shut engine off. PTO DRIVE MODELS 1.
WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 6. MAINTENANCE 6. Maintenance Warning: Before continuing, ensure you have read and understand the relevant information in the safety section. Safety information is provided to help prevent serious injury, death, or property damage. Before performing any maintenance on this unit, shut off and remove key or lock out power source, and ensure the mast is in the lowered and transport position. Table 6.
6. MAINTENANCE 6.2. REPLACING THE MAST SEAL WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 6.1. SETTING RELIEF VALVE • If unable to raise pounder mast, the relief valve may need to be adjusted. To do this, loosen the nut using a 1/2” wrench, then using a 5/32” Allen wrench, turn the set screw clockwise an 1/8 of a turn. Repeat until mast moves freely. NOTICE Do not set the relief valve too high as damage to equipment may result.
WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 6. MAINTENANCE 6.2. REPLACING THE MAST SEAL 6.2.2. HIGH AND HEAVY HITTER PLUS See Figure 6.3. The seal kit consists of the following: • large o-ring (1) • polypak (2) • dust seal (3) Important: Figure 6.3 High and Heavy Hitter Plus Mast Seal Kit Ensure that o-rings are not twisted when placed into the cylinder mast cap. Twisted o-rings will result in a faulty seal and may cause leaks.
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WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 7. STORAGE 7. Storage Warning: Before continuing, ensure you have read and understand the relevant information in the safety section. Safety information is provided to help prevent serious injury, death, or property damage. POST POUNDER STORAGE To ensure a long, trouble-free life, the following procedure should be followed when preparing the unit for storage after the season’s use.
7. STORAGE WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS Figure 7.1 Mast Cylinder Nut WATER SPIKE KIT STORAGE • When storing the water spike kit option in freezing temperatures, run an environmentally safe anti-freeze solution mixed to the manufacturer’s specifications through the water pump. • Drain fluid from the tank and hose and dispose of safely.
WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 8. TROUBLESHOOTING 8. Troubleshooting PROBLEM Valve is leaking. Machine operates slowly. Hammer goes part way up, sticks, and stops. Hydraulic cylinder leaking. Mast Cylinder is leaking. Extreme trailer bounce when operating. (SP Pounder and Trailer Models Only) Excess movement in square slide box. Honda motor won’t start. (Gas Models Only) Slider tube gets stuck in slider box.
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WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 9. APPENDIX 9.1. BOLT TORQUE VALUES 9. Appendix 9.1. BOLT TORQUE VALUES The tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to the torque specified in the chart unless otherwise noted. Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt torque chart as your guide. Replace hardware with the same strength bolt. Table 9.
9. APPENDIX 9.1. BOLT TORQUE VALUES WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS Table 9.2 Metric Bolt Torque BOLT DIAMETER (Nm) (Lb-ft) (Nm) (Lb-ft) M3 0.5 0.4 1.8 1.3 M4 3 2.2 4.5 3.
WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 9. APPENDIX 9.2. TIGHTENING O-RING FITTINGS 9.2. TIGHTENING O-RING FITTINGS 1. Inspect o-ring and seat for dirt or obvious defects. 2. On the angle fittings, back the lock nut off until washer bottoms out at top of groove. 3. Hand-tighten fitting until back up washer or washer face (if straight fitting) bottoms on face and o-ring is seated. 4. Position angle fittings by unscrewing no more than one turn. 5.
9. APPENDIX 9.3. SPECIFICATIONS & DRIVE OPTIONS WHEATHEART - POST POUNDER HIGH & HEAVY HITTER AND HIGH & HEAVY HITTER PLUS 9.3. SPECIFICATIONS & DRIVE OPTIONS The post hugger is standard equipment on all post pounders, for added safety and convenience.
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