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5.0 Product Selection and Application Guide
5.1 Match Compactor Type with Application
The Allied Skid-Pac is a vibratory plate compactor,
designed for mounting on skid-steer tired or track-
type vehicles. It is best suited for compacting
granular type soils by combining three actions:

Impulse Force

Vibration Frequency

Down Pressure (Static Weight)
Note: Optimum efficiency is achieved only through
proper operating techniques. How many passes it will
take, along with the duration, will vary with material
type and lift. Additional fill material and repositioning
of the carrier may be required to achieve a finished
surface.
5.1.2 Work Tool Compatibility with Carrier
The Allied work tool is designed to provide
satisfactory operation with reliable service life when
coupled with a compatible carrier. Balance the size of
the Allied work tool to the size of the carrier. If too
small for the carrier, the work tool can be damaged
by the carrier. Conversely, too large a work tool may
damage an undersized carrier.
Poorly-sized compactors (as well as underperforming
compactors) are less economical to use because
compaction is limited to smaller lifts and require
additional passes. This generates other inefficiencies
as longer running cycles result in loss of time,
increased energy consumption and component wear.
5.1.3 Lift Capacity
- Know how the carrier is
equipped by identifying optional equipment and if any
modifications were made. Factors such as tracks,
counterweights, etc., all affect the lifting capacity of
the carrier. Also take into account any add-ons, such
as a quick attach coupler. Compare the specifications
from the carrier manufacture with those of the Allied
work tool.
5.1.4 Hydraulic Circuit - Select a carrier equipped
with an available auxiliary hydraulic circuit and
capable of delivering adequate flow and pressure
without loss of hydraulic power when the work tool is
activated. The pump must produce enough flow for
both the speed of the motor and the requirements of
the cylinders to maintain down pressure. For optimal
efficiency, allow for some ‘excess flow’ so that the
motor will not be under-sped. Allied recommends an
additional 20-40% be factored into the calculated
total flow for the motor to compensate for variables
such as plumbing restrictions and normal pump wear.
Motor option gpm
Excess flow requirement X 1.20
Pump flow gpm
5.2 Auxiliary Hydraulic Circuit
CAUTION
Hydraulic circuits differ between
machines. Improper oil flow or pressure
can damage the Skid-Pac or carrier.
Only qualified personnel, having knowledge of the
machine’s systems, proper test equipment and tools
shall perform conversion set-up and adjustments.
The Allied Skid-Pac is a hydraulic-driven work tool
that is not self-powered. Satisfactory performance
centers on the hydraulic circuit of the host machine to
achieve flow and pressure requirements.
Generally, most machines will require some degree
of conversion to make use of their hydraulic power.
Conversions to machines equipped with a factory or
dealer installed auxiliary circuit, however, may require
little more than minor adjustments to flow and
pressure settings.
Carefully follow all instructions, including those
provided by the machine manufacturer, when making
adjustments.
5.3 Auxiliary Hydraulic Conversions
Fig 5-1 Hydraulic Power Source from Host Machine
The host machines must be equipped with an
auxiliary circuit to supply hydraulic power to the work
tool.
Contact your local Allied dealer or the Allied Sales
Department for assistance with work tool selection or
with questions regarding hydraulic conversion.