Spartan Equipment SKID-PAC 1000, Technical Manual

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Spartan Equipment Technical Manual Skid-Pac
TM
1000, 1000B
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IMPORTANT
Do not operate Skid-Pac with
hydraulic oil temperature above 180
o
F
(80
o
C)
At temperatures below 32
o
F (0
o
C),
warm the spring mounts before use by
operating the Skid-Pac for a few
minutes at a reduced speed and
without down force on springs.
Do not allow mounting frame to
contact base plate. Spring mount and
frame damage may result.
Do not use the Skid-Pac to lift or push
materials. Damage to spring mounts
and other components may result.
Do not operate the Skid-Pac
underwater. Bearing damage may
result.
Do not operate the Skid-Pac without
base plate. A dynamic imbalance and
equipment damage may result.
NOTE : For efficient machine operation and
service life, follow carefully the correct
working methods.
1. Clear all personnel from the work area.
2. Position skid-steer in-line with direction
of work.
3. Position the Skid-Pac parallel to the
work surface and within view of the
operator. The compaction plate must be
in full contact with the work surface for
maximum effectiveness.
4. Activate the Skid-Pac with the switch
located in the operato
r’s cab.
5. Use the weight of the skid-steer to apply
down force on the springs. NOTE : Over-
stretching the rubber springs will shorten
their service life. Do not stretch springs
beyond one-half (1/2) their width.
6. As the material compacts, maintain a
constant down force with the carrier. For
larger areas, decrease down-force and
slide the compactor over the material
with a repetitive, back and forth motion.
7. The initial pass is continued until
compaction is no longer apparent,
typically 10 to 15 seconds*. Repeat
compacted lifts as necessary to achieve
finished grade.
NOTE : Optimum
compaction is usually obtained with two
passes. *The duration of the initial pass
is dependent on depth and material. The
second pass may require additional fill
material and Skid-Pac repositioning to
achieve finished grade.
8. After compaction is complete, re-
position the Skid-Pac and/or carrier to
continue working.
Optimum lift height depends on soil content,
compaction desired, and vibration time.
Many factors, including variations in
operator technique can produce different
results. Other factors include -
Compacted densities are reduced at the
bottom of excessively high lifts. Try
different lift heights to determine the
most effective lift to achieve the desired
level of compaction.
Compaction is affected by material type.
Soils with 50% or more granular content
are the most responsive to vibration
compaction.
Optimum moisture content is also critical
to achieving maximum compacted
densities of fill material. Fill materials
may need conditioning prior to
compaction.
NOTE: Further information is available in
the
“Compaction Manual”. For a copy,
contact your local dealer or Spartan
Equipment
’s Customer Service. Ask for
part number
103392.