Spartan Equipment SKID-PAC 1000, Technical Manual

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Spartan Equipment Technical Manual Skid-Pac
TM
1000, 1000B
13
SECTION 8.0
INSTALLATION & REMOVAL
8.1 Carrier Compatibility
Spartan Equipment
’s Skid-Pac is designed
for use and installation on most skid steers
and is attached in the same manner as
mounting a bucket. No additional mounting
or hydraulic kits are required to install the
Skid-Pac. However, the skid steer must
have adequate lift and hydraulic capacities
to
properly and safely operate this
equipment. Attach the compactor only to
machines having adequate load-carrying
capabilities. The Carrier Weight shown in the
Specifications Table is intended as a
reference only. Always adhere to the safe
working load established by the carrier
manufacturer to assure stable carrier
operation. Modifications made to the skid-
steer or Skid-Pac that affect the carrie
r’s
lifting capacity must be taken into
consideration prior to mounting the Skid-
Pac.
Hydraulic circuit designs can differ from
machine to machine. Damage to the
compactor or skid steer may result if
installed improperly. The motor must be
sized according to the hydraulic output of
the skid-steer. Using a flow meter, measure
the auxiliary hydraulic circuit. Select the
motor that best matches by comparing the
measured flow to the available motor
options listed in the Specifications Table.
8.2 Testing and Adjusting
IMPORTANT
Damage to the Skid-Pac or carrier may
result if the hydraulic kit is improperly
installed. Read, understand and follow the
instructions included with the installation
kit. The installation is not complete until
the auxiliary circuit is tested for flow and
pressure. For questions regarding testing
the auxiliary circuit, contact Spartan
Equipment
’s
Technical Service for assistance.
IMPORTANT
Do not operate the Skid-Pac beyond its
performance limits. Exceeding the
specifications listed in Section 6.1 can be
dangerous to the operator and result in
expensive repair costs.
IMPORTANT
Damage to
motor or other hydraulic components may
result if maximum pressure is exceeded.
Oil pressure in the supply line must never
exceed the value stated in Table 6.1
Specifications,
“Carrier Static Relief
Pressu
re”.
IMPORTANT
Oil pressure in the return line, (measured
at the Skid-Pac), shall not exceed 150 psi
[10 bar] maximum. Operating this
equipment at pressures above maximum
will decrease the service life of the motor.
Before the Skid-Pac is used on a carrier for
the first time, the auxiliary circuit must be
tested and, if necessary, adjusted. By
following these steps, the Skid-Pac will
provide efficient operation, production rates
and dependable service life.
Use a flow meter to test the carrier
’s
auxiliary hydraulic circuit. Keep a record
of the flow and pressure measurements.
Copy these measurements to the
Warranty Registration Form.
Compare your test results with the
Specifications Table 6.1.
Before any adjustments are made,
identify which motor and valve package
option is installed on the Skid-Pac. Use
the information provided in Section 13 to
identify the motor and valve. Efficient
operation is achieved only with the
correct motor and valve installed.