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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Safety Information ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3 1.1 Safety Precautions ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.2 Operating Safety --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1.3 Operator Safety while using Internal Combustion Engines ---------------------------- 5 1.4 Service Safety ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1.5 Label Locations ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.6 Safety Labels --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 1.5 Operating Labels ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 2.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    The information contained in this manual is based on machines in production at the time of publication. Tomahawk Power reserves the right to change any portion of this information without notice. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, without express writ ten permission from Tomahawk Power.

  • Page 5: Operating Safety

    -NEVER touch hot muffler, engine cylinders, or cooling fins. -NEVER use accessories or attachments for the rammer, which are not recommended by TOMAHAWK POWER. Damage to the rammer and/or injury to user may occur. -NEVER leave a running machine unattended.

  • Page 6: Operator Safety While Using Internal Combustion Engines

    -ALWAYS use common sense and caution when operating rammer. -ALWAYS be sure rammer will not tip over, roll slide, or fall when not being operated. -ALWAYS turn engine OFF when rammer is not being operated. -ALWAYS guide the rammer in such a way that the operator is not squeezed between the rammer and solid objects.

  • Page 7: Service Safety

    -ALWAYS keep area around muffler free of debris in order to reduce to chance of an acci dental fire. -ALWAYS do 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 recom mended by TOMAHAWK POWER for servicing this rammer.

  • Page 8: Label Locations

    1.5 Label Locations...

  • Page 9: Safety Labels

    1.6 Safety Labels Tomahawk & Jumping JX machines use international pictorial labels where needed. These labels are described below: MEANING LABEL 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 11 LABEL MEANING 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. Please record the information found on this plate so it will be available if the nameplate lost or damaged.

  • Page 12: Operating Labels

    1.7 Operating Labels labels are described below: MEANING LABEL Start the engine: Turn the engine switch to the ON position Close the choke. Pull the rewind starter. Open the choke. Stop the engine: Turn the engine switch to OFF position. Fuel valve: Closed Open...

  • Page 13: Operation

    2. Operation 2.1 Application Rammers are designed to compact loose soils and gravel to prevent settling and to pro- vide a firm, solid base for the placement of footings, concrete slabs, foundations, gas piping works, water pipe works, and cable backfill works, etc. Please do not use in the following cases as it may cause damage because machine is unbalanced.

  • Page 14: To Start

    2.4 To Start 1. Open the fuel shut-off valve by moving the fuel cock level to the open position. 2. Set the engine ON/OFF switch to the position. 3. Grip the recoil starter handle and pull it until you feel slight resistance. Then pull sharply and quickly.

  • Page 15: To Stop

    5. Soil contacting surface of the foot is lined with heat-treated metal sheet for extra strength. However, for compacting cobblestone, use the filling-up soil for example so that the foot hits the soil uniformly. 6. The tamping rammer has been designed to advance while jumping. For quicker advance, erect the machine by pushing its handle down slightly so that flat surface of the foot at its rear-end contacts the ground.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    3. Maintenance 3.1 Periodic Maintenance Schedule Daily Afte Every Every Every 3 before week or month or months or starting first 5 25 hours 100 hours 300 hours hours Check fuel level Check oil level of machine Check fuel line and fittings for cracks or leaks.

  • Page 17: Transporting

    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. Drain fuel for transportation over long distances or poor roads. 4. Secure machine firmly to prevent it from moving or tipping. 5.

  • Page 18: Air Cleaner

    3.4 Air Cleaner A clean engine will extend engine life. Keep the air filter clean at all times. Clean the air filter using the recommended solvent daily. See engine manual for proper cleaning procedure. Let the filter dry before reinstalling. NEVER use gasoline or other types of low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    3.6 Troubleshooting 3.6.1 Rammer Troubleshooting POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION SYMPTOM Operating speed of throttle Set throttle lever to correct position. lever is incorrectly set? Oil in excess? Drain excess oil. Bring to correct level. Engine rotates but amplitude not uniform Clutch slips? Replace or adjust clutch.
  • Page 20 3.6.2 Engine Troubleshooting POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION SYMPTOM Ignition plug not properly connected? Check ignition system. Difficult to start, fuel is available, but spark plug Carbon deposit at ignition? Clean or replace ignition. will not ignite. (Power Short circuit due to deficient Replace insulators.

  • Page 21: Technical Data

    POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION SYMPTOM Flush fuel system and replace fuel. Ignition coil defective? Not enough power Replace ignition wires, clean ignition. available (compression Ignition plug shorts? normal, no misfiring) Fuel is inadequate (water, dust)? Flush fuel system and replace fuel. Check fuel to oil mixture.

  • Page 22: Warranty

    6.8 m/s WARRANTY Tomahawk products are covered by a 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 oper ating instructions.

  • Page 23: Maintenance Record

    MAINTENANCE RECORD PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND ROUTINE SERVICE PLAN Tomahawk TR68H 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 tamping rammer. Adhere reading through this manual thoroughly, you will find that you can do some of the regular maintenance yourself.
  • Page 24 Tomahawk Power, LLC San Diego, CA Sales Support (866) 577-4476 sales@tomahawk-power.com Service and Registration support@tomahawk-power.com www.tomahawk-power.com...

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