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OperatiOn and parts Manual series MOdel MtX70sd taMping raMMer (rOBin er120d45000 gasOline engine) Revision #1 (07/20/12) 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 39.37 in. (1000 mm) Overall Width 13.89 in. (353 mm) Over Length 30.78 in. (782 mm) Shoe Size (W x L) 13.4 x 11.2 in. (340 x 285 mm) Fuel Tank Capacity 2.7 qt. (2.5 liters) Lubrication Oil Capacity 0.9 qt.
The Multiquip MTX70SD 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. MTX70SD 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 MTX70SD Tamping Rammer. The functions of each control is described below: 9.
BasiC engine Figure 2. Robin ER120D45000 Engine 5. Dipstick/oil Filler Cap — Remove this cap to The engine (Figure 2) must be checked for proper lubri- cation and filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the determine if the engine oil is low. Add oil through this engine manufacturer's manual for detailed operation and 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. Move throttle lever quickly from the STaRT to iDle 1. To start the rammer tamping action, move the throttle lever (Figure 10) quickly from iDle to the STaRT ( position (Figure 6) and run the engine for three minutes position.
MaintenanCe Daily of 10W-30 SE, SF or higher grade motor oil. Oil should be midway in sight glass. Break in oil should be changed Thoroughly remove dirt and oil from the engine and 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.
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naMeplates and deCals WARNING Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention Gasoline Only ( < = E10) Essence Uniquement requirments.
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naMeplates and deCals paRT no. paRT naMe QTy. ReMaRkS 920215440 DECAL: OPERATION DECAL: AIR CLEANER DECAL: LEvER OPERATION DECAL: MAX SPEED DECAL: MACHINE STOP DECAL: EC NOISE REQ Lwa 107 dB DECAL: ANTI-vIB HANDLE 920212540 QUICK MANUAL 0732004430 DECAL: CHOKE OPERATION 920214100 DECAL: E/G FIRE WARNING DECAL: NAMEPLATE ........1....CONTACT MQ PARTS DEPT.
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fuel tank and handle assy paRT no. paRT naMe QTy. ReMaRkS 366346270 SHOCK ABSORBER W/ PIN 014210020 SOCKET HEAD BOLT 10 X 20 T 033121009 TOOTHED LOCK WASHER B M10 366119042 HANDLE/MTX 001211020 BOLT 10 X 20 H 030210250 WASHER, LOCK M10 939010270 STOPPER RUBBER (70) 030208200...
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COMBinatiOn leVer assy paRT no. paRT naMe QTy. ReMaRkS 366900032 COMB. LEvER W/ THROTTLE WIRE....1....INCLUDES ITEMS W/@ 956200110 COMB. 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...
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tOOls paRT no. paRT naMe QTy. ReMaRkS 981010400 CLUTCH PULLER A 983010060 CLUTCH MOUNTER 983910030 PISTON ROD HOLDER 009110044 SOCKET HEAD BOLT 8X50 (FULL THREAD) CRANK GEAR REMOvER 983910021 CLUTCH PULLER B 983010042 SPRING CYLINDER REMOvER 983910010 PISTON END REMOvER MTX70SD RaMMeR •...
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rOBin er120d45000 engine — gOVernOr, OperatiOn assy. paRT no. paRT naMe QTy. ReMaRkS 21E42301H3 GOvERNOR LEvER 21E42201J3 GOvERNOR SHAFT 20F1108000 WASHER 21E42701J1 GOvERNOR ROD CP 2844560103 LINKAGE BUSHING 21E4280103 ROD SPRING 0031306000 CLIP 20F1406300 BOLT AND WASHER ASSY 0186060020 21E4250113 GOvERNOR SPRING 21E43301J0 SPEED CONT.