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Wen 56040 Manual

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Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN's highest standards for dependability,
ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years
of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings,
and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe,
reliable service.
IMPORTANT:
NEED HELP? CONTACT US!
Have product questions? Need technical support?
Please feel free to contact us at:
800-232-1195
techsupport@wenproducts.com
WENPRODUCTS.COM
TAMPING
RAMMER
Model # 56040
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(M-F 8AM-5PM CST)

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    If assistance for information or service is required, please contact the Customer Service Help Line by calling 800-232-1195; customer will be asked to provide the following information when calling. Record information in the spaces provided below and make sure to save your original purchase receipt. MODEL NUMBER: 56040 DATE OF PURCHASE: ______________________________________________ PURCHASED FROM: ______________________________________________...

  • Page 3: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Engine 3600 RPM, 149 cc Impact Force 3150 lbf Compaction Depth 21.65 in. Plate Size 13.4 x 11.2 in. Jumping Stroke 1.5 in. to 3 in. Speed 33 to 43 feet per minute Efficiency 2691 ft²/hour Impacts Per Minute 640 to 680 impacts per minute Length: 29.75 in.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual. WEN reserves the right to change this product, manual and specifications at any time without notice. Please keep this manual available to all users during the entire life of the tamping rammer.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INFORMATION For any questions regarding the hazard and safety notices listed in this manual or on the product, please call (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST before using the rammer. DANGER: CARBON MONOXIDE Using a tamping rammer indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO).
  • Page 6 20) Never use accessories or attachments that are not recommended by WEN for this model of tamping rammer. 21) DO NOT add fuel to the tamping rammer if it is placed on top of a plastic surface such as a pickup truck bed with a plastic liner.

  • Page 7: Know Your Rammer

    KNOW YOUR TAMPING RAMMER Use the illustrations below to become familiar with the locations and functions of the various components and controls of this rammer. Throttle Fuel Shut-Off Engine Switch Recoil Starter Bellows Oil Fill Bellows Oil Window Gauge Bellows Oil Drain Engine Oil Fill (2) Gas Fill Operating Handle...
  • Page 8 PREPARATION CAUTION: The following section describes the necessary steps to pre- pare the rammer for use. If after reading this section, you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps please call (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST for customer service. Failure to perform these steps properly can damage the unit or shorten its life.
  • Page 9 PREPARATION STEP 3 - ADD GASOLINE Upper Level Use fresh (within 30 days from purchase), lead-free gasoline with Fill Line Dipstick a minimum of 87 octane rating. Do not mix oil with gasoline. To add gasoline, follow these steps: 1. Make sure the tamping rammer is on a level surface. Lower Level 2.
  • Page 10 OPERATION Before starting the tamping rammer, make sure you have read and performed the steps in the “Preparation” section of this manual. If you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps in this manual please call (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 CST for customer service.
  • Page 11 OPERATION Max Throttle (high speed) Open/Run (towards recoil starter) Closed/Start (away from Min. Throttle recoil starter) (low speed) Choke - Fig. 5 Fig. 4 STARTING THE TAMPING RAMMER NOTE: For operation, the user should stand on the side of the rammer with the gas tank. 1.
  • Page 12 OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. Bring the throttle lever quickly from the MAX THROTTLE position to the MIN. THROTTLE position (Fig. 4). Run the engine for 3 to 5 minutes at low speed. 2. Once the engine temperature has had a chance to cool down, switch the engine switch to the OFF position (Fig. 3 - 2).
  • Page 13 MAINTENANCE DRAINING THE CARBURETOR (FIG. 7) The carburetor drain can be accessed between the air filter assembly and the engine. To drain the carburetor, open up the carburetor drain with a screwdriver and drain out any gasoline that has built up inside. Once the fuel has drained, close the drain back up with the same screwdriver.
  • Page 14 MAINTENANCE HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION ABOVE 3000 FEET The fuel system on this engine may be affected by operation at high altitudes. Proper operation can be ensured by installing an altitude kit at altitudes higher than 3000 feet above sea level. At elevations above 8000 feet, the engine may experience a decrease in performance, even with the proper altitude kit.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT: If trouble persists, please call our customer help line at (800) 232-1195 M-F 8-5 Central Time. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Engine switch is set to “OFF.” Set engine switch to “ON.” Fuel valve is turned to “OFF.” Turn the fuel valve to the “ON” position. Choke is open.

  • Page 16: Exploded View And Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST...
  • Page 17 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Part No. Description Qty. 56040-001 Flange Bolt M6*25 56040-002 Medium Flat Washer Ø6*24 56040-003 Fuel Tank Assembly 56040-004 Plastic Handle 56040-005 Protection Frame 56040-006 Crank Case Assembly 56040-007 Shock Absorber 56040-008 Spring Gasket Ø10 56040-009...
  • Page 18 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Cylinder Part No. Description Qty. 56040-101 Outside Cylinder 56040-102 “O” Ring 160*4 56040-103 Connecting Rod Pin 56040-104 Nylon Stopper 56040-105 Piston Rod 56040-106 Bowl 56040-107 Bellow Clamp 56040-108 Bellow 56040-109 Aluminum Cylinder 56040-110 Copper Gasket Ø12 56040-111 Hexagonal Thread Plug M12*1.25...
  • Page 19 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Crankcase Part No. Description Qty. 56040-201 Flange Bolt M6*18 56040-202 Flange Bolt M6*25 56040-203 Crank Case Cover 56040-204 Paper Gasket 0.5 mm 56040-205 External Hexagon Bolt M8*16 56040-206 Spring Gasket Ø8 56040-207 Quenched Flat Gasket Ø8*24...
  • Page 20 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Crankcase Cylinder Head Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty. 56040-1101 56040-1001 Crankcase body Flanged hex bolt, M6x20 56040-1102 56040-1002 Flat washer, M10 Cylinder head cover 56040-1103 56040-1003 Sealing plug screw, M10-1.25x15 Oil strainer...
  • Page 21 Valve plunger 56040-1409 Push rod 56040-1410 Valve lifter 56040-1411 Camshaft assembly Valve assembly 1 (Consists of parts 56040- 56040-1412 1404, -1405, -1406, -1407, -1408) Valve assembly 2 (Consists of parts 56040- 56040-1413 1404, -1405, -1406, -1408) Starter Assembly Part No.
  • Page 22 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Carburetor Part No. Description Qty. 56040-1601 Gasket, pipe-intake Governor System 56040-1602 Flanged hex bolt, M6x25 No. Part No. Description Qty. 56040-1603 Flanged hex bolt, M6x30 56040-1801 Throttle handle assembly 56040-1604 Intake pipe 56040-1802 Speed regulating limit spring...
  • Page 23 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Air Filter Part No. Description Qty. 56040-1901 Air filter assembly 56040-1902 Air filter seat 56040-1903 Air filter element 56040-1904 Air filter cover 56040-1905 Flanged hex nut, M6 56040-1906 Stud, M6x72 56040-1907 Double-headed stud, M6x74 56040-1908...

  • Page 24: Warranty Statement

    WEN® will repair or replace, at its discretion, any part that is proven to be defective in materials or workman- ship under normal use during the two (2) years warranty period. Warranty repairs or replacements will be made without charge for parts or labor.