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Safety Information

BS 50-4s

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Safety Information

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Signal Words Used in this Manual

This manual contains DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, 

NOTICE, 

and 

NOTE signal words which must be followed to reduce the possibility 
of personal injury, damage to the equipment, or improper service. 

NOTICE:  

 

Used without the safety alert symbol, NOTICE indicates a 

situation which, if not avoided, could result in property damage.

Note: 

A Note contains additional information important to a procedure.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal hazards.

f

Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol.

DANGER

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death 

or serious injury.

f

To avoid death or serious injury from this type of hazard, obey all safety messages that 
follow this signal word.

WARNING

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in 

death or serious injury.

f

To avoid possible death or serious injury from this type of hazard, obey all safety mes-
sages that follow this signal word.

CAUTION! 

CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in 

minor or moderate injury.

f

To avoid possible minor or moderate injury from this type of hazard, obey all safety mes-
sages that follow this signal word.

Summary of Contents for BS 50-4s

Page 1: ...0170872en 001 0610 Operator s Manual Rammer BS 50 4s 0 1 7 0 8 7 2 E N...

Page 2: ...distribution not authorized by Wacker Neuson Corporation represents an infringement of valid copyrights Violators will be prosecuted Trademarks All trademarks referenced in this manual are the propert...

Page 3: ...information contained in this manual is based on machines manufactured up until the time of publication Wacker Neuson Corporation reserves the right to change any portion of this information without n...

Page 4: ...ifications are those that do not meet the approved criteria Unapproved parts attachments or modifications may have the following conse quences Serious injury hazards to the operator and persons in the...

Page 5: ...e Machine 16 2 4 Operator Safety while Using Internal Combustion Engines 18 2 5 Service Safety 19 3 Labels 22 3 1 Label Locations 22 3 2 Label Meanings 23 4 Lifting and Transporting 27 4 1 Lifting and...

Page 6: ...Schedule 33 6 2 Servicing the Air Cleaner 34 6 3 Engine Oil 35 6 4 Checking and Changing the Ramming System Oil 36 6 5 Shoe Hardware 38 6 6 Long Term Storage 39 7 Basic Troubleshooting 41 8 Technical...

Page 7: ...tions describing the operation and maintenance of emission control systems The following instructions and procedures must be followed in order to keep the emissions from your Wacker Neuson engine with...

Page 8: ...based on the assumption that your machine will be used for its designed purpose Sustained high load or high temperature operation or use in unusually wet or dusty conditions will require more frequent...

Page 9: ...aining more than 5 methanol by volume may cause starting and or performance problems It may also damage metal rubber and plastic parts of your fuel system If you notice any undesirable operating sympt...

Page 10: ...licable regulations of the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA and that the engine is free of defects in materials and workmanship which would cause this engine to fail to conform with EPA regulat...

Page 11: ...fuel injection system ii Air fuel ratio feedback and control system if applicable iii Cold start enrichment system if applicable iv Regulator assembly gaseous fuel if applicable 2 Air Induction Syste...

Page 12: ...ine or equipment etc Diagnosis and inspection charges that do not result in warranty eligible service being performed Any non authorized replacement part or malfunction of autho rized parts due to use...

Page 13: ...Y A SERVICE DEALER AUTHORIZED BY WACKER NEUSON THE USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AN...

Page 14: ...personal hazards f Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol DANGER DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury f To avoid death or seriou...

Page 15: ...e as a ladder support or work surface Using the machine to carry or transport passengers or equipment Using the machine as a hammer or for other demolition work Attaching the machine to any other mach...

Page 16: ...n operating this machine Do not allow improperly trained people to operate the machine People operating the machine must be familiar with the potential risks and hazards associated with it Personal Pr...

Page 17: ...en not being operated 2 3 15 Always turn the engine OFF when the rammer is not being operated 2 3 16 Always guide the rammer in such a way that the operator is not squeezed between the rammer and soli...

Page 18: ...esent Move the machine away from the spill and wipe the machine dry before starting Refueling safety When refueling the engine Clean up any spilled fuel immediately Refill the fuel tank in a well vent...

Page 19: ...ning Before servicing or maintaining the machine Read and understand the instructions contained in all manuals delivered with the machine Familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all c...

Page 20: ...muffler free of debris such as leaves paper cartons etc A hot muffler could ignite the debris and start a fire 2 5 10 ALWAYS do periodic maintenance as recommended in the Operator s Manual 2 5 11 ALWA...

Page 21: ...BS 50 4s Safety Information wc_si000403gb fm 21 Notes...

Page 22: ...Labels BS 50 4s 22 wc_si000495gb fm 3 Labels 3 1 Label Locations F B A H E G M K D C I N L wc_gr007427...

Page 23: ...W position Warning To reduce the risk of hearing loss always wear hearing protection when operating this machine Read the Operator s Manual Danger Asphyxiation hazard Engines emit carbon monoxide Do n...

Page 24: ...ir Manual for proper disassembly instructions D For optimal control performance and minimal hand arm vibration grasp handle as shown Read the Operator s Manual This label is molded into the cover If i...

Page 25: ...me lost or dam aged When ordering parts or requesting ser vice information you will always be asked to specify the model number item number revi sion number and serial number of the unit H Turtle Idle...

Page 26: ...s equipped with a low oil shutoff switch it will not allow the engine to operate unless a sufficient amount of oil is present See section Low Oil Shutoff Switch M This machine may be covered by one or...

Page 27: ...cessive wear or other defects Replace damaged cable immediately to avoid injury or death 4 1 4 Wacker Neuson recommends transporting rammers upright whenever possible however a rammer should not be al...

Page 28: ...act your Wacker Neuson dealer immediately for assistance 5 1 3 Take inventory of all items included with the machine and verify that all loose components and fasteners are accounted for 5 1 4 Attach c...

Page 29: ...try to overpower the rammer If you need to lift the rammer while operating position the throttle in the SLOW position Position the rammer as needed then continue operation with the throttle in the FA...

Page 30: ...10 times or until you see fuel in the bulb Note The engine will not become flooded by pumping the purge bulb more than 10 times Pumping the purge bulb removes air from the fuel system It does not pump...

Page 31: ...h the detent to the off position c1 The engine will stop and the fuel valve will close 5 7 Emergency Shutdown Procedure Procedure If a breakdown or accident occurs while the machine is operating follo...

Page 32: ...il level is low Add oil to the engine See Technical Data for oil quantity and type if the warning light stays on continuously the engine will start and continue to run but the low oil shutoff switch i...

Page 33: ...Check fuel level Check engine oil level 3 Inspect air filter Replace as needed 3 Check oil level in sightglass 3 Check fuel line and fittings for cracks or leaks Replace as needed Tighten ramming sho...

Page 34: ...place the elements if they are damaged 6 2 2 Main paper filter element b Replace the main paper filter element if it appears heavily soiled 6 2 3 Prefilter c Clean the prefilter with low pressure comp...

Page 35: ...se of this liquid in accordance with environmental protection legislation 6 3 2 Place the rammer so that the engine is level 6 3 3 Remove the oil fill plug a and the drain plug b to drain the oil 6 3...

Page 36: ...een used upright it and allow it to stand in the upright position for 15 minutes before checking the oil level This will allow the oil to settle and provide a more accurate reading 6 4 1 Tip the ramme...

Page 37: ...lass At that point install the sightglass Torque the sightglass to 9 Nm 6 ft lbs Changing oil Perform the following procedure to change the ramming system oil Note Dispose of used oil in accordance wi...

Page 38: ...On new machines or after replacing shoe check and tighten shoe hardware after the first 5 hours of operation Inspect hardware every week thereafter Torque hardware as specified Cast Iron Shoe Plastic...

Page 39: ...lace coolant if it appears cloudy is more than two seasons old or does not meet the average lowest temperature for your area If your machine has an engine equipped with a fuel valve start the engine c...

Page 40: ...to protect exposed metal against rust If the machine has a battery either remove or disconnect it NOTICE Allowing the battery to freeze or completely discharge is likely to cause permanent damage Per...

Page 41: ...an cooling fins and fan blades Engine runs rammer does not tamp Inspect clutch for damage Replace if necessary Broken connecting rod or crankgear Low engine performance Compression loss Engine runs ra...

Page 42: ...y Check the switch for proper wire connections Switch is not functioning properly Replace the switch On machines equipped with the low oil shutoff switch the engine starts and continues to run but the...

Page 43: ...ment rpm 2500 100 Max rated power rated speed kW HP 2 4 3 2 4200 rpm Spark Plug type NGK BM4A or BMR4A Electrode Gap mm in 0 6 0 7 0 023 0 028 Cylinder Head Compression cold bar cm3 psi 8 0 9 7 120 14...

Page 44: ...e outdoors the sound pressure level at operator s location LpA 90 dB A the guaranteed sound power level LWA 108 dB A 8 3 Vibration Measurements Products are tested for hand arm vibration HAV level in...

Page 45: ...ed and granular soils in confined areas 3 Type Model Rammer BS 50 4 BS 50 4s BS 60 4 BS 60 4s 4 Item number of equipment 0620074 0620388 0620483 0620811 0620812 0620813 0620816 0620818 0620819 0620820...

Page 46: ...390 Wacker Neuson Corporation N92W15000 Anthony Ave Menomonee Falls WI 53051 Tel 262 255 0500 Fax 262 255 0550 Tel 800 770 0957 Wacker Neuson Limited Room 1701 03 1717 20 17 F Tower 1 Grand Century Pl...

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