Fairport FPR60H Operation Manual

Fairport FPR60H Operation Manual

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FPR60H
Trench Rammer
Blagden Street
Sheffield
S2 5QS
ENGLAND
Tel: +44 (0) 114 276 7921
Fax: +44 (0) 114 272 0965
Email:
sales@fairport.uk.com
Web:
www.fairport.uk.com
FAIRPORT
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT LTD
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  • Page 1 FPR60H Trench Rammer FAIRPORT CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT LTD Blagden Street Sheffield S2 5QS ENGLAND Tel: +44 (0) 114 276 7921 Fax: +44 (0) 114 272 0965 Email: sales@fairport.uk.com Web: www.fairport.uk.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. SAFETY INFORMATION 1.1 Safety Precautions 1.2 Operating Safety 1.3 Operator Safety while using Internal Combustion Engines 1.4 Service Safety 1.5 Decal Locations 1.6 Safety and Operating Decals 2. OPERATION 2.1 Application 2.2 Structure 2.3 Before Starting 2.4 Starting 2.5 Operation 2.6 Stopping...
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATON 1.1 Safety Precautions Before using this equipment, study the entire owner’s manual to become familiar with its operation. Do not allow untrained or unauthorized personnel, especially children, to operate this equipment. Use only factory authorized parts for service. This manual contains DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION callouts which must be followed to reduce the possibility of personal injury, damage to the equipment, or improper service.
  • Page 4: Operating Safety

    Burns will result.  NEVER use accessories or attachments which are not recommended by FAIRPORT for the rammer. Damage to rammer and/or injury to user may result.  NEVER leave a running machine unattended.
  • Page 5: Operator Safety While Using Internal Combustion Engines

    SAFETY INFORMATON 1.3 Operator Safety while using Internal Combustion Engines  DO NOT smoke when refueling the engine or during any other fuel handling operation.  DO NOT refuel a hot or running engine.  DO NOT refuel the engine near an open flame. ...
  • Page 6: Service Safety

     ALWAYS carry out Periodic Maintenance as recommended in Operation Manual.  ALWAYS clean debris from engine cooling fins.  ALWAYS replace worn or damaged components with spare parts designed and recommended by FAIRPORT for servicing this rammer.
  • Page 7: Decal Locations

    SAFETY INFORMATION 1.4 Decal Locations...
  • Page 8: Safety And Operating Decals

    SAFETY INFORMATION 1.5 Safety Decals FAIRPORT machines use international pictorial decals where needed. These decals are described below: Decal Meaning This label contains important safety and operating information. If it becomes illegible, the cover must be replaced. Refer to the Parts Manual for ordering information.
  • Page 9 SAFETY INFORMATION Decal Meaning CAUTION! For optimal control, performance, and minimal hand/arm vibration, grasp handle as shown. WARNING! Serious injury if struck by compressed spring or cover. If the spring system cover is removed improperly, the springs can eject. Guaranteed sound power level in dB(A). A nameplate listing the model number and serial number is attached to each unit.
  • Page 10 SAFETY INFORMATION 1.7 Operating Decals FAIRPORT machines use international pictorial decals where needed. These decals are described below: Start the engine: ① Turn the engine switch to the ON position ② Close the choke. ③ Pull the rewind starter. ④ Open the choke.
  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERATION Operation 2.1 Application Rammers are designed to compact loose soils and gravel to prevent settling and to provide a firm, solid base for the placement of footings, concrete slabs, foundations, gas piping works, water pipe works and cable backfill works, etc. Use in the following applications may cause damage because machine is likely to be unbalanced.
  • Page 12: Starting

    OPERATION 2.4 Starting 1. Open the fuel shut-off valve by moving the fuel cock lever to the open position. 2. If starting the engine from cold, set the choke ON by moving the choke lever fully to the left. If restarting a warm engine, the choke is usually not required. However, if the engine has cooled to a degree, partial choke may be required.
  • Page 13: Operation

    OPERATION 2.5 Operation 1. Turn the choke lever to open the choke. Run the engine for 5 minutes at low/idle speed to warm the engine. 2. Move the throttle level quickly to the “FULL OPEN” position. DO NOT move the throttle level slowly as this may cause damage to the clutch or spring.
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE 3 MAINTENANCE 3.1 Periodic Maintenance Schedule The chart below lists basic maintenance. Refer to engine manufacturer’s Operator’s Manual for additional information on engine maintenance. A copy of the engine Operator’s Manual was supplied with the machine when it was shipped. Daily After Every...
  • Page 15: Transporting

    MAINTENANCE 3.2 Transporting 1. Shutdown engine for transportation. 2. For transportation, tighten fuel tank cap securely and close fuel cock to prevent fuel from spilling. 3. For transportation over long distances or on bad roads, drain the fuel. 4. Secure the machine firmly to prevent it from moving or tipping. 5.
  • Page 16: Air Cleaner

    MAINTENANCE 3.4 Air Cleaner Maintaining a clean engine will extend the engine life. Keep the air filter clean at all times. Clean the air filter using a recommended solvent daily. See engine manual for proper cleaning procedure. Let the filter dry before reinstalling. NEVER use petrol or other types of low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE 3.6.2 Engine Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Difficult to start Clean or replace spark Carbon deposit on spark plug. plug. Short circuit due to deficient Fuel is available but Replace insulators. insulator. spark plug will not ignite (Power Set spark plug to the Incorrect spark plug gap.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Operation not satisfactory Air cleaner clogged. Clean or replace air cleaner. Not enough power Bleed (remove air) from fuel Air in fuel line. available line. (compression Fuel level in carburetor float normal, no Adjust carburetor float. chamber incorrect.
  • Page 19: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA 4. TECHNICAL DATA Model FPR60H Engine type Honda GX100 Engine speed operating rpm 3800±100 Power kw (hp) 2.2 (3.0) Weight kg (lb) 60 (132) Impact Force (kN) 10.7 Jumping stroke 50-85 (2-3.4) mm (in) Fuel tank Capacity (L) Shoe Size 265x338 (10.4x13.3)
  • Page 20: Warranty

    FAIRPORT products are covered by warranty for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase against defects in material or workmanship provided that:  The product concerned has been operated and maintained in accordance with the operating instructions.
  • Page 21 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND ROUTINE SERVICE PLAN FAIRPORT rammer has been assembled with care and will provide years of service. Preventative maintenance and routine service are essential to the long life of your Rammer. After reading through this manual thoroughly, you will find that you can do some of the regular maintenance yourself.
  • Page 22 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WE, FAIRPORT CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT LTD, BLAGDEN ST, SHEFFIELD, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S2 5QS DECLARES THAT THE PRODUCT: FPR60H TRENCH RAMMER CONFORMS TO THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIVES: 89/336/EEC, 98/37/EEC, 2000/14/EC, NOTIFIED BODY: AV Technology Ltd, AVTECH House, Arkle Avenue, Stanley Green Trading Estate, Handforth, Cheshire.

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