Fairport FPR60H Operation Manual

Manual is about: Trench Rammer

Summary of FPR60H

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    1 fpr60h trench rammer fairport construction equipment ltd blagden street sheffield s2 5qs england tel: +44 (0) 114 276 7921 fax: +44 (0) 114 272 0965 email: sales@fairport.Uk.Com web: www.Fairport.Uk.Com.

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    2 table of contents 1. Safety information 2 1.1 safety precautions 2 1.2 operating safety 3 1.3 operator safety while using internal combustion engines 4 1.4 service safety 5 1.5 decal locations 6 1.6 safety and operating decals 7-9 2. Operation 10 2.1 application 10 2.2 structure 10 2.3 before star...

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    3 safety informaton 1.1 safety precautions before using this equipment, study the entire owner ’s manual to become familiar with its operation. Do not allow untrained or unauthorized personnel, especially children, to operate this equipment. Use only factory authorized parts for service. This manual...

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    4 safety informaton 1.2 operating safety familiarity and proper training are required for the safe operation of this equipment! Equipment operated improperly or by untrained personnel can be dangerous! Read the operating instructions and familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all i...

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    5 safety informaton 1.3 operator safety while using internal combustion engines  do not smoke when refueling the engine or during any other fuel handling operation.  do not refuel a hot or running engine.  do not refuel the engine near an open flame.  do not spill fuel when refueling the engine....

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    6 safety information 1.4 service safety poorly maintained equipment can become a safety hazard! In order for the equipment to operate safely and properly over a long period of time, periodic maintenance and occasional repairs are necessary.  do not attempt to clean or service the rammer while it is...

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    7 safety information 1.4 decal locations.

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    8 safety information 1.5 safety decals fairport machines use international pictorial decals where needed. These decals are described below: decal meaning this label contains important safety and operating information. If it becomes illegible, the cover must be replaced. Refer to the parts manual for...

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    9 safety information decal meaning caution! For optimal control, performance, and minimal hand/arm vibration, grasp handle as shown. Warning! Serious injury if struck by compressed spring or cover. If the spring system cover is removed improperly, the springs can eject. Guaranteed sound power level ...

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    10 safety information 1.7 operating decals fairport machines use international pictorial decals where needed. These decals are described below: start the engine: ① turn the engine switch to the on position ② close the choke. ③ pull the rewind starter. ④ open the choke. Stop the engine: turn the engi...

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    11 operation 2 operation 2.1 application rammers are designed to compact loose soils and gravel to prevent settling and to provide a firm, solid base for the placement of footings, concrete slabs, foundations, gas piping works, water pipe works and cable backfill works, etc. Use in the following app...

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    12 operation 2.4 starting 1. Open the fuel shut-off valve by moving the fuel cock lever to the open position. 2. If starting the engine from cold, set the choke on by moving the choke lever fully to the left. If restarting a warm engine, the choke is usually not required. However, if the engine has ...

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    13 operation 2.5 operation 1. Turn the choke lever to open the choke. Run the engine for 5 minutes at low/idle speed to warm the engine. 2. Move the throttle level quickly to the “full open” position. Do not move the throttle level slowly as this may cause damage to the clutch or spring. Make sure t...

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    14 maintenance 3 maintenance 3.1 periodic maintenance schedule the chart below lists basic maintenance. Refer to engine manufacturer ’s operator’s manual for additional information on engine maintenance. A copy of the engine operator ’s manual was supplied with the machine when it was shipped. Daily...

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    15 maintenance 3.2 transporting 1. Shutdown engine for transportation. 2. For transportation, tighten fuel tank cap securely and close fuel cock to prevent fuel from spilling. 3. For transportation over long distances or on bad roads, drain the fuel. 4. Secure the machine firmly to prevent it from m...

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    16 maintenance 3.4 air cleaner maintaining a clean engine will extend the engine life. Keep the air filter clean at all times. Clean the air filter using a recommended solvent daily. See engine manual for proper cleaning procedure. Let the filter dry before reinstalling. Never use petrol or other ty...

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    17 maintenance 3.6.2 engine troubleshooting symptom possible cause solution difficult to start fuel is available but spark plug will not ignite (power available at high tension code) carbon deposit on spark plug. Clean or replace spark plug. Short circuit due to deficient insulator. Replace insulato...

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    18 maintenance symptom possible cause solution operation not satisfactory not enough power available (compression normal, no misfiring) air cleaner clogged. Clean or replace air cleaner. Air in fuel line. Bleed (remove air) from fuel line. Fuel level in carburetor float chamber incorrect. Adjust car...

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    19 technical data warranty 4. Technical data model fpr60h engine type honda gx100 engine speed operating rpm 3800±100 power kw (hp) 2.2 (3.0) weight kg (lb) 60 (132) impact force (kn) 10.7 jumping stroke mm (in) 50-85 (2-3.4) fuel tank capacity (l) 3.5 shoe size mm (in) 265x338 (10.4x13.3) ramming s...

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    20 maintenance record fairport products are covered by warranty for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase against defects in material or workmanship provided that:  the product concerned has been operated and maintained in accordance with the operating instructions.  has not bee...

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    21 preventative maintenance and routine service plan fairport rammer has been assembled with care and will provide years of service. Preventative maintenance and routine service are essential to the long life of your rammer. After reading through this manual thoroughly, you will find that you can do...

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    22 ec declaration of conformity we, fairport construction equipment ltd, blagden st, sheffield, south yorkshire, s2 5qs declares that the product: fpr60h trench rammer conforms to the following directives: 89/336/eec, 98/37/eec, 2000/14/ec, notified body: av technology ltd, avtech house, arkle avenu...