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Contents Foreword Safety information General instructions ................7 Operation ....................7 Safety checks ..................9 Maintenance ..................10 Transport .....................11 Maintenance checks ................11 Technical data Description Field of application ................14 Max. permissible tilt ................14 Functional description .................15 Transport to the worksite Recommendations for compacting Operation Start preparation ..................19 Starting the engine ................19...
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Contents Engine will not start ................29 EC Declaration of Conformity DIN EN ISO 9001 Certificate...
Foreword Foreword For your own safety and protection from bodily injuries, carefully read, understand and follow the safety information in this manual. Please operate and maintain your Wacker machine in accordance with the instructions in this operator's manual. Your Wacker machine will reward you with troublefree operation and a high degree of availability.
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Important note This machine is equipped with an EPA-certified motor. Relevant details can be found in the instructions of the motor manufacturer. WARNING The motor's exhaust fumes contain chemicals which the State of California knows may cause cancer, congenital defects or other reproductive anomalies.
Safety information Safety information For vibrating plates with combustion engine drive General instructions 2.1.1 Vibrating plates may only be operated by persons who ∗ are at least 18 years of age, ∗ are physically and mentally fit for this job, ∗...
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Safety information 2.2.3 The operator must not leave the operator's area during the operation of the machine. 2.2.4 Before going on breaks, the operator must switch off the motor of the machine. The machine must be set down so it cannot tip over. 2.2.5 The tank may only be filled when the motor is switched off and the fuel must not make contact with hot parts or fall on the ground.
Safety information 2.2.13 Wear suitable protective clothing during work and maintenance work. 2.2.14 When operating in the reverse direction, the operator must operate the vibrating plate from the side in order to protect themselves from being crushed between the end of the guide handle / machine and an obstacle.
Safety information Maintenance 2.4.1 Only use original spare parts. Alterations to this machine, incl. adjustments of the maximum engine speed set by the manufacturer may only be carried out with the express permission of WACKER. In case of non-observance, all liability shall be refused. 2.4.2 Maintenance work may only be carried out when the drives are stationary.
Safety information Transport 2.5.1 For the loading and transportation of compacting machines with hoisting gear, suitable sling chains must be secured at the relevant fixing point. 2.5.2 Loading ramps must be able to bear the load and be in a stable position.
Technical data Technical data BPU 2540 BPU 3050 Item no. 0008954 0008955 Length x Width X Height 733 x 400 x 1170 733 x 500 x 1170 Operating weight Forward and reverse movement m/min: Area capacity Powertrain From the drive motor over the centrifugal clutch and...
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Technical data BPU 2540 BPU 3050 Spark plug air gap 0.6 - 0.7 Engine oil Fuchs Titan Unic 10W40 MC (SAE 10W40) Oil quantity Hydraulic control Hydraulic oil Fuchs Renolin MR 520 Oil quantity Sound pressure level at 89 dB(A)
Description Description Field of application 4.1.1 BPU 2540 Through the low width and continuous switchability especially suitable for all surface compacting work in limited space conditions (e.g. in cable trenches) or the compacting of edge trims when repairing blacktops, as well as all compacting work where the use of a large machine is not possible.
Description Functional description The vibration required for compaction is generated by the exciter (5) that is permanently attached to the base plate (4). The exciter is designed as a central vibrator with directional vibrations. This principle allows you to change the direction of vibration by simply turning the eccentric weights (13).
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Description The upper mass (3) and the base plate (4) are connected to each other via 4 vibration-damping rubber metal shockmounts (11). This damping prevents very high frequencies from being transferred to the upper mass (3). This maintains proper functioning of the drive motor (1) despite a high compaction capacity.
Transport to the worksite Transport to the worksite Requirements: ∗ When transporting the vibrating plate compactor, use only suitable hoisting gear with a minimum load-bearing capacity of 200 kg. ∗ Always turn off the motor during transportation! ∗ Vertically set guide handle head and lock into place. ∗...
Recommendations for compacting Recommendations for compacting 6.0.1 Condition of the ground The maximum layer thickness depends on several factors such as the condition of the ground/soil, the moisture, grading etc. This is why it is not always possible to make precise recommendations.
Operation Operation Start preparation Before you start the engine, check the following: Fuel level – the tank should be at least half full. Motor oil level. Air filter. Fuel lines for leaks. External screw connections for tightness. Starting the engine c1 c2 wc_gr000655 Open the fuel tap (a1).
Operation Operating in the forward and reverse direction Press the control handle in the direction of travel. Note: The forward and reverse speed can be continuously varied. Turn off the engine Push the throttle lever to the right to idle operation (c3). Set the engine switch to "OFF"...
Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance schedule Daily After the Monthly Annually Task before first or every or every operation 20 hours 100 hours 300 hours Check air filter: - Damage. - Tightness. - Filter element - clean or replace, if necessary. Check the tank seal for leaks - change, if necessary.
Maintenance Checking engine oil level > w c _ g r 0 0 0 0 8 7 Place the machine upright on a flat surface. Remove any dirt around the oil level dipstick. Remove the oil level dipstick (1) and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth. Screw the oil level dipstick all the way back in and pull it out again.
Maintenance Changing the engine oil Note: The work area should be covered with a waterproof sheet to protect the floor (protection of the environment). > w c _ g r 0 0 0 0 8 7 Place the machine upright on a flat surface. Bring the engine to a hand warm temperature, either by letting it cool down or running it until it is warm.
Maintenance Cleaning the air filter / replacing the air filter inserts The air filter is equipped with two air filter inserts. WARNING Danger of fire and explosions if the wrong cleaning agent is used. Do not use gasoline or any other solvents to clean components. Note: The air filter must be cleaned every day if conditions are adverse, dry, and dusty.
Maintenance Checking / cleaning / replacing the spark plug WARNING Hot exhaust! Touching it can cause burns. Only remove the spark plug when the engine has cooled down. Remove the spark plug connector. Remove the spark plug with a spark plug wrench . Clean the electrodes with a wire brush.
Maintenance Checking exciter V-belt Remove V-belt protector. Check exciter V-belt for signs of damage. Replace damaged exciter V-belts. Check tension. Screw the V-belt protector back on and use a torque wrench to tighten it to 10 Nm. Changing exciter V-belt Remove V-belt protector.
Maintenance Checking exciter oil level Place the machine upright on a flat surface. Remove any dirt around the filler hole. Open filler hole. Check: Oil level must reach the start of the thread of the filler hole. If necessary, fill exciter oil through the filler hole. Note: For easier filling, use a funnel.
Malfunction Malfunction Forward travel speed too low Cause Remedy Excessive hydraulic oil in the guide Add oil to the fill level mark. handle head. Reverse travel speed too low Cause Remedy Insufficient hydraulic oil in the guide Add hydraulic oil. handle head.
Malfunction Engine will not start Cause Remedy Fuel tank empty. Refill with fuel. Fuel tap closed. Open. Air filter dirty. Clean. Engine switch set to "OFF". Set the engine switch to "ON". Recoil starter defective. Repair. Oil level warning system turned off. Top off with engine oil.
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