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2. OPERATION
2.1 Application
This machine is a vibratory rammer. The Rammer consists of a gasoline, a clutch, a fuel tank, a
spring-loaded ramming system, a ramming shoe, and a handle. The engine transmits power
through the ramming system and ramming shoe, generating percussive impact force to compact
soil. The operator guides and controls the machine from behind using the handle.
This machine is intended to be used for compacting cohesive, mixed, and granular soils in
confined areas.
This machine has been designed and built strictly for the intended use described above. Using
the machine for any other purpose could permanently damage the machine or seriously injure the
operator or other persons in the area. Machine damage caused by misuse is not covered under
warranty.
2.2 Preparing the machine for First Use
To prepare your machine for first use:
1. Make sure all loose packaging materials have been removed from the machine.
2. Check the machine and its components for damage. If there is visible damage, do not operate
the machine! Contact your dealer immediately for assistance.
3. Take inventory of all items included with the machine and verify that all loose components
and fasteners are accounted for.
4. Attach component parts not already attached.
5. Add fluids as needed and applicable, including fuel, engine oil, and battery acid.
6. Move the machine to its operating location.
2.3 Before Starting
1. Read safety instructions at the beginning of this manual.
2. Make sure that the fuel tank is full.
3. Check engine oil level.
4. Place rammer on loose soil or gravel. DO NOT start rammer on hard surfaces such as asphalt
or concrete.
2.4 To Start
2.4.1 Start the Engine
1. Open the fuel shut-off valve by moving the fuel cock level to the open position.
2. Set the engine ON/OFF switch to the “ON” position.
3. Grip the recoil starter handle and pull it until you feel slight resistance. Then pull sharply and
quickly. Return the recoil starter handle to the starter case before releasing.
4. Grip the recoil starter handle and pull it a little to feel a slight resistance. Then pull it powerfully
from there. To release the handle do not release it at the position where it has been pulled to, but
release it after returning closely to the starter case.
5. If the engine has started, while listening to explosion sounds, return the choke lever slowly to
full-open position. Be sure to perform a warm-up run for the period 3 to 5 minutes at low speed,
while paying careful attention to gas leakage or abnormal sound.
