Foreword Foreword This operator's manual contains information and procedures for the safe opera- tion and maintenance of your WACKER machine. In the interest of your own safety and to prevent accidents, you should carefully read through the safety in- formation, familiarize yourself with it and observe it at all times. This operator's manual is not a manual for extensive maintenance and repair work.
Introduction Introduction Means of representation for this operator's manual Warning symbols This operator's manual contains safety imformation of the categories: DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE. They should be followed to prevent danger to life and limb or damage to equip- ment or improper service. DANGER This warning notice indicates hazards that result in serious injury or even death.
Introduction WACKER representative Depending on your country, your WACKER representative is your WACKER Service, your WACKER affiliate or your WACKER dealer. You can find the addresses in the Internet at www.wackergroup.com. The addresses of the WACKER main locations are located at the end of this op- erator's manual.
Safety information IREN Safety information Principle State of the art This machine has been constructed with state-of-the-art technology according to the recognized rules of safety. Nevertheless, when used improperly, dangers to the life and limb of the operator or to third persons or damage to the machine or other materials cannot be excluded.
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IREN Safety information Supervision Never leave the machine running unattended! Maintenance Regular maintenance is required in order for the machine to operate properly and reliably over time. Neglected maintenance work can make the machine danger- ous to use. Strictly observe the prescribed maintenance intervals. Do not use the machine if it requires maintenance or repairs.
Safety information IREN Country-specific regulations Observe the country-specific regulations, standards and guidelines in reference to accident prevention and environmental safety, for example those pertaining to hazardous materials and wearing protective gear. Complement the operator's manual with additional instructions taking into ac- count the operational, regulatory, national or generally applicable safety guide- lines.
IREN Safety information Operating company responsibilities The operating company must make the operator's manual available to the oper- ator and ensure that the operator has read and understood it. Work recommendations Please observe the recommendations below: Work only if you are in a good physical condition. Work attentively, particularly as you finish.
Safety information IREN Transport Switching off the machine Before you transport the machine, switch it off and pull the plug out of the plug receptacle. Allow the motor to cool down. Transporting the machine Secure the machine on the transport device against tilting, falling or slipping. Restarting Machines, machine parts, accessories or tools that were detached for transport purposes must be re-mounted and fastened before restarting.
IREN Safety information Storage location Store the machine after operation at a sealed off and dry location inaccessible to children. Safety during the operation of electric appliances Specific regulations for electrical appliances Observe the safety information provided in the brochure General Safety Rules which is included in the scope of delivery of your machine.
Scope of delivery IREN Scope of delivery The internal vibrator is delivered completely mounted and will only be ready for operation in combination with a three-phase inverter. The scope of delivery includes: Machine. Operator's manual. Parts book. General safety instructions.
IREN Description Description Application The machine is designed to compact fresh concrete in formworks and on even surfaces. IREN GV The machine is protected from damage of the formworks by the rubber seal cap (GV). IREN ...k The machine is especially suited for compacting fresh concrete on even surfaces with low layer thickness.
Description IREN Thermal overload switch The machine is protected against overheating by a thermal overload switch, which will deactivate the machine in the case of overheating. After cooling, the machine has to be deactivated and activated again. Note: If there is no ON/OFF switch on your machine, you need to switch off the inverter and switch it on again.
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IREN Description IREN GV Item Description Item Description Vibrator head Plug Protective hose ON/OFF switch Switch housing Lower tube Power cable Rubber seal cap IREN with lifting point Item Description Item Description Vibrator head Plug Protective hose Lifting point Power cable Lower tube IREN ST1 Item...
IREN Transport Transport WARNING Hot vibrator head! Touching it can cause burns. Only touch the vibrator head once the engine has cooled down. Transporting the machine 1. Switch off the machine via the ON/OFF switch. Note: If there is no ON/OFF switch on the machine, switch off the machine via the ON/OFF switch of the inverter.
Operation IREN Operation WARNING Improper handling can result in injury or serious material damage. Read and follow all safety instructions of this operator's manual, see chapter Safety information. Prior to starting the machine After unpacking, the machine is ready for operation. Plug The machine comes with a country-specific plug as a standard equipment.
IREN Operation Starting up Connecting the machine to the power supply The machine may only be connected to a three-phase inverter, connection val- ues see chapter Technical Data. NOTICE Electrical voltage. Incorrect voltage can cause damage on the machine. Check if the voltage of the current source corresponds with the information of the machine, see chapter Technical Data.
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Operation IREN Switching IREN ST 3/4 on 1. Use the pipe to hold the machine near the vibrator head. 2. Switch on the machine via the ON/OFF switch of the inverter. Note: Please also refer to the operator's manual of the inverter. Compacting fresh concrete 1.
IREN Operation Decomissioning Switching off the machine NOTICE The vibrator head moves if it is turned on and not immersed in the fresh con- crete. Danger of injury or danger of damage to property by uncontrolled vibrator head. Switch the machine off before you put it down. NOTICE The vibrator head heats up if it is turned on and not immersed in the fresh con- crete.
Maintenance IREN Maintenance WARNING Improper handling can result in injury or serious material damage. Read and follow all safety instructions of this operator's manual, see chapter Safety information. Maintenance schedule Note: The time intervals mentioned here are reference values for normal op- eration.
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IREN Maintenance Checking the machine Check all machine parts for damage. Machines with ON/OFF switch: Check the tightness of the switch diaphragm. Check wear dimensions of the vibrator head Wear dimensions: Minimum diameter of lower tube øL Minimum diameter of vibrator head øL Length of vibrator head L Wear is highest at the immersed end of the vibrator head.
Troubleshooting IREN Troubleshooting Potential faults, their causes and remedies can be found in the following table. Malfunction Cause Remedy Vibrator head does not vibrate. No line voltage. - Connect the plug to the in- verter. - Check power cable for dam- age, replace if defective.
IREN Disposal 10 Disposal 10.1 Disposal of the machine Your machine contains many valuable raw materials which should be disposed and recycled in an environmentally friendly manner. During disposal of the machine observe the country-specific rules and regula- tions, e.g. the European Directive for obsolete electrical and electronic devices. Do not dispose of the machine in household rubbish.
IREN Technical data 11.2 IREN 40 Designation Unit IREN 40/048/240 Item no. 0610221 Rated voltage Rated frequency Rated power consumption 0.41 Rated current consump- tion Diameter of vibrator head mm (in) 38 (1.5) Length of vibrator head mm (in) 345 (13.6) Vibration range mm (in) 1.9 (0.07)
IREN Technical data 11.5 IREN 65 Designation Unit IREN 65 IREN 65/048/ IREN 65/115 Item no. 0007847 0008747 0008467 0008498 0008443 0008436 0008660 Rated voltage Rated frequency Rated power consumption Rated current consump- tion Diameter of vibrator head mm (in) 65 (2.6) Length of vibrator head mm (in)
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Technical data IREN Designation Unit IREN 65/240/180 IREN 65/250 Item no. 0008480 0008468 0008622 Rated voltage Rated frequency Rated power consumption Rated current consump- tion Diameter of vibrator head mm (in) 65 (2.6) Length of vibrator head mm (in) 490 (19.2) Vibration range mm (in) 2.5 (0.1)
Refer to the nameplate or the chapter Technical data (via the item number) for the type designation and voltage rating of your machine. Machine Voltage Extension Cross-section area of cable IREN 38 < 29 < 45 < 37 < 58 < 109 < 150 <...
DIN EN ISO 9001 Certificate Prüf- und Zertifizierungsinstitut VERBAND DER ELEKTROTECHNIK ELEKTRONIK INFORMATIONSTECHNIK e.V. C E R T I F I C A T E Registration-Number: 6236/QM/06.97 This is to certify that the company Wacker Construction Equipment AG Wacker-Werke GmbH & Co. KG at the following locations Head Office Munich Preußenstraße 41...
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Wacker Construction Equipment AG, Preußenstraße 41, 80809 München – Deutschland – Tel.: +49-(0)89-354 02-0 – Fax: +49-(0)89-354 02-390 Wacker Corporation – P.O. Box 9007 – Menomonee Falls, WI 53052-9007 – USA – Tel.: +1(1)262-255-0500 – Fax: +1(1)262-255-0550 – Support: 800-770-0957 Wacker Machinery (HK) Ltd.–...