Dawson EMV 550, Owner'S Manual

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The vibrator should only be operated by suitably competent personnel.
There should be visual contact between operator and banksman at all times.
Monitor the piling operation constantly - interrupt the process immediately if any
danger occurs.
Do not operate the vibrator if any unauthorised personnel are within the HIGH RISK
AREA. = ( Pile ½ Pile Length) or within the slewing radius of the excavator.
Consider machine stability at all times.
The operator should inspect the equipment for defects every day and before being
taken into service.
Any defects that affect operational safety should be corrected before the equipment
is taken into service
Pay attention to the Safe Working Load of all lifting accessories at all times.
The working area should be properly illuminated.
Work safely at all times and within the requirements of all local legislation.
The vibrator can become very hot during operation - do not touch it unless wearing
appropriate protective clothing.
The maximum weight of pile that can be used with the;
EMV70, 220, 300 = 800kg
EMV450 = 1000kg
EMV550 = 1400kg
The most important hose on the machine is the drain line which must be fed either
directly into the hydraulic tank in the excavator or connected to the breaker circuit
return line. (Recommended Ø1/2” hose minimum).
WARNING!
IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT THE DRAIN LINE IS NOT RESTRICTED AS THIS WILL
CAUSE THE BUILD UP OF PRESSURE WHICH WILL DAMAGE THE MOTOR.
Basic Safety Points
Responsibility
IN THE EVENT OF MALFUNCTION, DAMAGE OR LEAKAGE OF OIL, DAWSON
CONSTRUCTION PLANT MUST BE NOTIFIED IMMEDIATELY.
The equipment is hired under C.P.A. conditions and as such any theft or damage
caused by misuse or abuse will be charged accordingly.
SAFETY FIRST
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Those who are in charge of, or responsible for the use and maintenance must ensure
that the vibrator and all its auxiliary equipment are in good condition.
Piling should only be carried out under the supervision of an appropriately qualified
and experienced person who can assess that the work is carried out safely.
The excavator operator must ensure that his communication signals are understood,
by those on the ground, and followed. During piling operations he must watch out for
any potential hazards.
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