Wacker Neuson PV 35A, Operator'S Manual

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PV 35A Operation
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3.5 Operating the Machine
The PV 35A vibrator features a unique pendulous design. This design
causes the vibrator to rattle and possibly feel off-center in rotation. This
is normal; the vibrator is not broken or damaged.
To prepare the machine for operation:
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3.5.1 Make sure that the engine has oil in it.
3.5.2 Turn the quick-disconnect coupler
(a)
clockwise and insert the vibrator
shaft
(b)
. Once the vibrator shaft is inserted, turn the quick-disconnect
coupler counter-clockwise to lock the vibrator in position.
To operate the machine:
3.5.1 Start the engine and allow it to warm up for approximately 5–7 minutes.
3.5.2 Bring the engine up to full throttle (approximately 9000 rpm) by
squeezing the trigger
(c)
.
3.5.3 Activate the vibrator action by striking the side of the vibrator head
against a solid object.
NOTE:
Avoid slamming the nose of the vibrator head against solid
objects. Head-on impacts may damage the machine.
3.5.4 Begin vibrating by placing the vibrator head into the concrete.
NOTE:
Do not submerge the head and shaft above the coupler
assembly.
b
a
c
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