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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL SERIES MODEL MTX50HD TAMPING RAMMER (HONDA GX100RTKRBF GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #1 (10/05/18) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Do not operate or service the equipment before reading Potential hazards associated with the operation of this the entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed equipment will be referenced with hazard symbols which at all times when operating this equipment. may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with Failure to read and understand the safety safety messages.
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NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not running machine. recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage NOTICE to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. ALWAYS keep the machine in proper running condition.
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SAFETY INFORMATION ENGINE SAFETY FUEL SAFETY DANGER DANGER The engine fuel exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon DO NOT add fuel to equipment if it is placed inside truck monoxide. This gas is colorless and odorless, and can bed with plastic liner. Possibility exists of explosion or cause death if inhaled.
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SAFETY INFORMATION TRANSPORTING SAFETY CAUTION NEVER allow any person or animal to stand underneath the equipment while lifting. NOTICE Before lifting, make sure that the equipment parts (hook and vibration insulator) are not damaged and screws are not loose or missing. ...
SPECIFICATIONS Table 1. Rammer Specifications Overall Height 40.4 in. (1025 mm) Overall Width 13.8 in. (350 mm) Over Length 28.1 in. (713 mm) Shoe Size (W x L) 10.4 x 13.4 in. (265 x 340 mm) Fuel Tank Capacity 2.7 qt. (2.5 liters) Lubrication Oil Capacity 0.37 qt.
NOISE AND VIBRATION EMISSIONS Table 3. Noise and Vibration Emissions Measured Sound Power Level in dB(A) Guaranteed Sound Power Level in dB(A) Guaranteed Sound Pressure Level at Operator Station in dB(A) Hand-Arm Vibration in m/s NOTES: Products are tested for sound pressure level in accordance with European Directives 2000/14/EC and 2005/88/EC, relating to Noise Emission in the Environment by equipment for use outdoors.
GENERAL INFORMATION The Multiquip MTX50HD tamping rammer is a powerful CAUTION compacting tool capable of applying a tremendous force Before starting operation check the lifting in consecutive impacts to a soil surface. Its applications handle to: include soil compacting for road, embankments and reservoirs as well as backfilling for gas pipelines, water pipelines and cable installation work.
COMPONENTS Figure 1. MTX50HD Rammer Figure 1 shows the location of the controls and components 8. Foot — Laminated wood with tempered steel plate for superior shock absorption. for the MTX50HD Tamping Rammer. The functions of each control is described below: 9.
BASIC ENGINE Figure 2. Honda GX100 Engine 5. Dipstick/Oil Filler Cap — Remove this cap to The engine (Figure 2) must be checked for proper lubri- determine if the engine oil is low. Add oil through this cation and filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the filler port as recommended in Table 3.
INSPECTION It is extremely important that this section be read carefully OIL LEVEL before attempting to operate the rammer. DO NOT use DIPSTICK your rammer until this section is thoroughly understood. CRANKCASE AND SPRING CYLINDER OIL BATH This unit uses an oil bath lubrication system. Perform the following: 1.
OPERATION 3. Place the choke lever to the closed position. When the CAUTION weather is cold, close the choke all the way. When it Failure to understand the operation of the Tamping is hot, or if the engine is hot, open the choke a little or Rammer could result in severe damage to the unit or leave it fully open.
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OPERATION OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. To start the rammer tamping action, move the throttle 1. Move throttle lever quickly from the START to IDLE lever (Figure 10) quickly from IDLE to the START ( position (Figure 6) and run the engine for three minutes position.
MAINTENANCE DAILY liter) of 10W-30 SE, SF or higher grade motor oil. Oil should be midway in sight glass. Break in oil should be Thoroughly remove dirt and oil from the engine and changed after first 50 hours. control area. ...
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting (Engine) Symptom Possible Problem Solution Combo lever in incorrect position? Make sure combo lever is in start position. Spark plug bridging? Check gap, insulation or replace spark plug. Carbon deposit on spark plug? Clean or replace spark plug. Short circuit due to defi cient spark plug Check spark plug insulation, replace if worn.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting (Engine) - continued Symptom Possible Problem Solution Air cleaner dirty? Clean or replace air cleaner. Improper level in carburetor? Check fl oat adjustment, rebuild carburetor. Weak in power, compression is proper and does not misfi re. Defective spark plug? Clean or replace spark plug.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting (Rammer) Symptom Possible Problem Solution Operating speed of throttle lever is Set throttle lever to correct position. incorrectly set? Oil in excess? Drain excess oil. Bring to correct level. Clutch slips? Replace or adjust clutch. Engine runs but rammer jumps erratically or not at all.
A blank entry generally indicates that the item is not sold “Not Sold Separately” — Indicates that an item cannot separately or is not sold by Multiquip. Other entries will be purchased as a separate item and is either part of an be clarifi ed in the “Remarks”...
MTX-50HD NAMEPLATE AND DECALS NAMEPLATES AND DECALS WARNING Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may be required. Gasoline Only ( < = E10) The operator should contact local fire agencies Essence Uniquement Bitte nur Benzin elnfullen for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention...
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NAMEPLATES AND DECALS PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS 920900040 DECAL SET ............1....INCLUDES ITEMS W/# 920215440 OPERATION DECAL DECAL, AIR CLEANER DECAL, LEVER OPERATION DECAL, MAX SPEED DECAL 4100 DECAL, MACHINE STOP DECAL, EC NOISE REQ. Lwa 107dB DECAL, ANTI-VIB HANDLE 920212540 QUICK MANUAL 732004430...
COMBINATION LEVER ASSY BODY PAGE 36 — MTX50HD RAMMER • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (10/05/18)
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COMBINATION LEVER ASSY PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS 366900032 COMBO LEVER W/THROTTLE WIRE ....1....INCLUDES ITEMS W/$ 956200110 COMBO LEVER W/OUT THROTTLE WIRE ..1....INCLUDES ITEMS W/# 366349430 FUEL COCK 366010310 LEVER 366010190 SLlDER 366010200 END CAP 366010210 WIRE CAP 366010220 BOLT AND WASHER SET 020408050 NUT M8, H=5...
Multiquip be $5.00. meeting this requirement. liable for loss of profi t or good will or for any Special order items.
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NOTES MTX50HD RAMMER • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (10/05/18) — PAGE 67...
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