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Operation
GB
Lifting
Where it is necessary to use lifting equipemnt to position the
RTX
, check and confi rm that the rubber mounts on the operation
handle are not damaged or cracked. If they are damaged or cracked, replace the rubber mounts before attempting to lift the machine.
Also make sure that the lifting equipment has a WLL (Working Load Limit) suitable for the
RTX’s
weight (See specifi cation chart or the
machine Serial Plate). Attach suitable chains or slings
ONLY
to the lifting point on top of the
RTX’s
operating handle.
•
NEVER
leave the engine running whilst transporting or moving the
RTX’s
, even if it is only a short distance.
Once the checks listed in the ‘Pre-Start’ section have been carried out, you may start the engine.
The Altrad Belle
RTX
range of tampers are fi tted with a centrifugal clutch, this allows the engine to run at idle without driving the crank
mechanism. As the engine speed is increased the clutch will engage and the engine will drive the crank mechanism.
•
To avoid damage to the centrifugal clutch, move the throttle lever quickly from the L to H position.
Trouble Shooting Guide
GB
Problem Cause
Remedy
Engine will not start
No fuel
Fill Fuel Tank
Fuel Tap has been closed
Open fuel tap.
Engine not primed
Push the Carburettor Primer Bulb 4 times and
pull the Recoil Handle until the Engine fi res
(GX100
only)
Spark Plug contaminated
Replace spark plug.
or
damaged.
Faulty Carburettor
Service the Carburettor
Engine stops suddenly, or stops when the
See Above
See Above
engine rpm is increased
Main jet of the Carburettor
Take out the main jet of the Carburettor and
clogged with dirt
clean with Compressed air. (GX120 only)
Air
fi lter element dirty
Clean the element.
Spark plug cap is loose
Tightly fi t cap to plug.
Engine runs, but machine does not produce impact.
Lack of engine power
See above.
Clutch is slipping
Dismantle clutch assembly, Clean shoe
and drum with proper solvent. Replace
clutch shoe if necessary.
Crank mechanism is damaged Contact Dealer.
For correct operation, the engine speed should be set to maximum.
CAUTION
•
Avoid operating the machine on a fully compacted, hard, or non-yielding surface. Otherwise, the gear transmission mechanism
will be damaged, and the life of the machine will be greatly reduced.
•
When working in a narrow trench, if the ramming shoe should get caught between the walls of the trench, the rammer may
miss-strike and can be severly damaged. The ramming shoe may especially be damaged severely.
•
Ensure that the rammer is steered only by using the handle grip. It should only be pushed. The rammer must not be pressed
into the materials being compacted. Excessive pressure on the operating handle will lead to unsatisfactory compaction due to
the fact that the jumping action is reduced.
Transportation.
When transporting or storing the machine, place the machine in an upright position if at all possible. Should the machine be required
to be laid down,
NEVER
attempt to transport the machine in a manner that the air cleaner faces downwards. Otherwise, the oil in the
cylinder may get into the combustion chamber or in the air cleaner, which may result in starting diffi culties. Laying the machine forwards
(The crankcase cover of the rammer facing downwards) may not cause any spill of the engine oil into the cylinder or air cleaner of the
engine. However, if the engine is still hot, spilt fuel on the engine may cause fi re. Lay the machine after the machine is completely
cooled.
The machine fi tted with the transporting roller on the operating handle may be easily loaded and unloaded from a vehicle. Tilt the
machine forwards until the transporting roller touches the fl oor of the vehicle. Lift the lower part of the machine using the grab handle
provided at the ramming shoe, and push forward to load the machine. During transportation, the machine should be tied fi rmly, and
placed in an upright position if at all possible. To unload the machine, tilt the machine forward, until the roller touches the fl oor. Slightly
lift the lower part of the machine, and pull the machine out.
Operation at High Altitude
For continuous High-Altitude operation above 1,000m (3,000FT), it will be necessary to change the engine main jet to a type that will
allow for correct fueling of the engine. Otherwise, the unit will suffer from a lack of engine power and not work correctly.
