Instruction Manual

5.5.1

Place throttle in the idle position (c3).

5.5.2

Turn engine switch to‘‘OFF’’(d).

5.5.3

Close fuel valve (e).

5.6

Low Oil Shutoff Switch (if equipped)

The low oil shutoff switch is designed to prevent engine damage caused by an insufficient amount of oil. When starting

the machine.

oIf the warning light flashes quickly once this indicates the engine oil level is acceptable.

oIf the warning light flashes slowly the engine will start but shut off after 10-12 seconds this indicates that the engine oil

level is low. Add oil to the engine. See Technical Data for oil quantity and type.

oIf the warning light stays on continuously the engine will start and continue to run but the low oil shutoff switch is not

functioning properly. Check the switch for proper wire connections. If the light continues to stay on, replace the switch.

oIf the warning light does not flash quickly once and the engine starts and continues to run the low oil shutoff switch is

not functioning properly. Check the switch for proper wire connections and grounding. If the light still does not flash

when starting the machine replace the switch.

5.7

Proper Operation

See Graphic 3

Keep vibratory rammer clean and dry. Avoid no-load strokes. Never allow the rammer to run full throttle when forcing

away material or when lifting the equipment.

For optimal control, performance and minimal hand/arm vibration, grasp handle as shown. Hand/arm vibration (HAV)

has been optimized for this positioning. Reported HAV levels are measured at position A just in front of the hand

position shown in conformance with EN 1033 and ISO 5349.

CAUTION:

To prevent damage to the rammer do not allow the rammer to run on its side.

If the rammer should tip on its side place the rammer in the position shown then shut off the engine by turning engine

switch to

"OFF"

Graphic 3

5.8

Proper Compaction

See Graphic 4

5.8.1

Run rammer at the full throttle position(a2)for maximum performance.

5.8.2

Guide rammer with its handle. Allow machine to pull itself forward.

DO NOT

try to over-power the machine.

5.8.3

For best compaction the shoe must hit the ground flat (b), not on its toe or heel. This will save on excessive shoe wear.

Graphic 4