impact BM255, User Manual

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Chapter 1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 GENERAL FEATURES
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This manual id addressed to the carrier, the installer, the user, the maintenance operator, the scrapping
operator.
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Please read it carefully because it informs you about the operating of the machine in safety conditions.
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This manual has to be considered a part of the product and concerns only the machine it is delivered with.
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Keep the manual in order during the whole life of the appliance to consult it for any needs.
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In case of sale, the manual and its enclosures should be given together with the machine.
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The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages caused by a misuse of the machine.
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The manufacturer has the right to modify this technical literature as well as the machines this refers to
without any previous notice.
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Messages meaning:
ATTENTION
It shows the procedures that can damage seriously the machine if they are not
followed carefully
DANGER It shows the procedures that can be dangerous to the operator if they are not
followed carefully
1.2 IDENTIFICATION
MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION : See the cover page
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION : See the plate on the machine where you can find complete
identification data as well as electrical features.
1.3 APPLICATIONS
The automatic Marshall compactor has been studied for the compaction of Marshall specimens.
The equipment is made for the aim, which it has been conceived for.
Any other uses are not allowed.
ATTENTION The instructions given in this operating manual are only made for the right use of the
appliance. To carry out the test in the right way, the user must refer to the specific
standards in force for the test itself.
1.4 STRUCTURE AND OPERATING OF THE MACHINE
Two main parts form the appliance:
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THE COMPACTOR (ENCLOSURE A
) is mainly formed by a steel base placed over a wooden pedestal.
A mould housing the specimen is located upon the base. A hammer driven by a trip mechanism
provides specimen compaction. The hammer is lifted to a height of 457,2 mm and allowed to fall free
at 50 blows in 55-60 second .
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THE CONTROL PANEL (ENCLOSURE B).
It allows controlling and managing the compactor functions.
Consult the enclosed file for further details.
On demand it’s available as accessory the soundproof cabinet to avoid noise.
Do not hesitate to get in touch with the manufacturer or with the dealer for any further information
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