FLEXTOOL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FLEXTOOL PORTAPAC
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CHEMICAL HAZARDS
DO NOT operate or refuel a petrol or diesel motor in a confined area
without adequate ventilation.
CARBON MONOXIDE exhaust gases from internal combustion
motor driven units can cause death in confined spaces.
Check TLV (Threshold Limit Value) and oxygen content of area safe
for operation.
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NOISE HAZARDS
EXCESSIVE NOISE can lead to temporary or permanent loss of
hearing.
WEAR an approved hearing protection device to limit noise
exposure as required by Occupational Health and Safety regulations
suitable for machine noise Ievels.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
ALWAYS wear approved hearing protection, protective goggles and
a dust mask when working in a dusty environment.
Protective clothing, anti-vibration gloves, safety footwear must be
worn especially when working with hot mix bitumen. Wear sun
cream and wide brimmed hat in exposed areas. Drink plenty of
water.
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ADDITIONAL HAZARDS
Vibration hazard can cause permanent injury SliplTrip/Fall is a major
cause of serious injury or death.
Beware of uneven or slippery work surfaces.
Exercise care when working in the vicinity of unprotected holes
elevated platforms or excavations.
OPERATION
The machine is best suited to the compaction of bituminous and
granular materials e.g. granular soils, gravels and sands or mixtures
of both, Cohesive soils such as silt and clay are best compacted
using the impact force produced by a vibrating rammer.
Where possible the site should be graded and levelled before
commencing compaction.
Correct moisture content in soil is vital to proper compaction.
Water acts as a lubricant to help slide soil particles together.
Too little moisture means inadequate compaction; too much
moisture leaves water’filled voids that weaken the soil’s
loadbearing ability. Compaction of dry materials will be facilitated
by moistening with a water hose fitted with a sprinkler.
Excessive watering or water content will cause the machine to stall.
Use unleaded grade petrol and ensure that the fuel is free from
contamination.
The vibratory motion provides a self-propelling action.
Position the handle at the opposite end of the machine to the
vibrator.
Start the motor using the recoil starter. (If the motor is fitted with an
on/off switch this must first be turned to ON before starting.)
For more information on starting and correct operating procedures
of the motor, refer to the motor operation manual supplied with the
unit.
Increase the motor speed to the maximum setting using the hand
throttle lever, before commencing compacting.
The machine should be controlled by grasping the handle with both
hands and applying restraint to control the forward motion,
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Steer the machine by moving the handle sideways to the right or
left. Ensure other persons and children are clear of barricaded
area. Keep clear of electrical leads and hoses on floor.
ALWAYS maintain good footing so that you do not slip and loose
control when starting or operating the machine.
CARE AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Check the oil level in the motor crankcase daily.
Inspect the rubber anti vibration mounts for wear or
deterioration.
Clean the underside of the plate regularly to prevent a build-up of
material.
SERVICE
Change the oil in the motor crankcase regularly to minimise wear.
Inspect, clean and/or replace the motor air cleaner regularly,
particularly when operating in a dusty environment.
Inspect, clean and/or replace the spark plug regularly.
Check all fasteners for tightness as the machine is subject to
vibration.
Check vee belt tension, wear and that it is running true, adjust or
replace as required.
3,500 r/min.
SPECIFICATIONS
MOTOR
Honda GX160
Governed speed
WEIGHT
CP80
77Kg
SHIPPING
Size (I x w x h) 630 mm x 495 mm x 1165 mm
DRIVE BELTS
1 x ‘A’ section vee belt
VIBRATOR
Frequency -5,800 vibrationslmin
Centrifugal force - 19.8 kN
BEARINGS
The following bearings are sealed:
Centrifugal clutch - grease lubricated
Vibrator - oil bath lubricated
FINISH
The machine is finished in gold equipment enamel, the handle in
black baked enamel. Exposed metal surfaces are zinc electroplated
for corrosion protection.
