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- Page 1 Protech Machinery P200S Post Driver Operator and Parts Manual Protech Machinery Ltd, Woolridge Farm, Gloucester Road, Hartpury, Gloucestershire. GL19 3BG Telephone: 07971 079751...
- Page 2 • EN 1SO 14121-1: 2007 `Safety of machinery. Principles for risk assessment`. • EN ISO 13857 – Safety of machinery: Safety distances to prevent hazard zones being reached by upper and lower limbs. Signed…………………………………………………………………………….. On behalf of Protech Machinery Status………………………………………………………………………………. Date…………………………………………………………………………………...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Page number Introduction P200S Product Specification P200S Part Reference Safety information Machine Safety Stickers Control Functions of the Post Driver Slew Arm Control Telescopic Arm Control Hydraulic Rear Leg Control Mast Forward Tilt Control Mast Side Tilt Control Driver Weight Control... -
Page 4: Introduction
Where as every effort has been made to ensure the Post Driver conforms to Protech policy of quality, the machine cannot be expected to withstand abuse caused by misuse and negligence by the operator. -
Page 5: P200S Product Specification
P200S Product Specification All dimensions are in millimetres. Weight (including rock spike) 1150kg Driver weight 300kg Tractor Horsepower (minimum) 90 hp Auxiliary oil flow (minimum) 50L/MIN Auxiliary oil pressure (minimum) 170 bar Please note: the total machine weight will vary depending on driver weight... -
Page 6: P200S Part Reference
P200S Part References The diagram below displays all the P230S parts referred to in this manual. -
Page 7: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION This machine has the potential to be extremely dangerous, in the wrong hands it can kill. It is therefore imperative that the owner and the operator of this machine read the following section to ensure that they are both fully aware of the dangers that do, or may exist, and their responsibilities surrounding its use. - Page 8 Always check for worn hydraulic components. Always ensure the rope is not damaged. Replacements must be a certified Protech rope. When working difficult ground conditions/gradients, an additional risk assessment must be made and introduce the control measures to make safe...
- Page 9 During maintenance or adjustments: • Ensure that the weight is fully down, with the rope relaxed. • Ensure that the hydraulic pressure is released. • Ensure that the Tractor engine is switched off. During Transport ensure: • That the weight is fully down •...
- Page 10 Never start or continue to work a machine if people are nearby or approaching – stop and wait until they are at a safe distance before continuing. Never use a machine to perform a task it has not been designed to do. Never operate the tractor from any other position other than from the driving seat, especially whilst hitching or unhitching the machine.
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Page 11: Machine Safety Stickers
Machine Safety Stickers Standard Triangle indicate Alert/Warning Warning read Product Manual Warning danger area from tilting mast Warning danger feet being crushed. Warning eye protection must be warn Warning ear protection must be warn Warning Danger of falling weight Warning Danger of overhead cables Lubrication Point Lifting point Warning danger of fingers and hands... -
Page 12: Control Functions Of The Post Driver
Control Functions of the Post Driver The photo below displays the layout of the control panel. Moving the control lever up or down operates the function in the direction displayed of the Post Driver. The Post driver controls are positioned to keep the operator at a safe distance and provide good visibility of the work area. -
Page 13: Telescopic Arm Control
Telescopic Arm Control TRAPPING ZONE Operating the Telescopic control lever extends and retracts the inner slew arm through 800mm. As the control is mounted to the inner slew arm, it will move with operation of the telescopic control. The operator must work in the control area of the post driver to avoid all trapping zones. -
Page 14: Mast Forward Tilt Control
Mast Forward Tilt Control TRAPPING ZONE Operating the Mast Forward Tilt control lever pitches the mast forward and back (23 degrees forward and back from mast vertical position). This maintains a vertical mast while on undulating ground. Mast Side Tilt Control TRAPPING ZONE Operating the Mast Side Tilt control lever pitches the mast side to side (35 degrees each side from mast vertical position). -
Page 15: Driver Weight Control
Driver Weight Control Ma C s R t U s S id H e IN Ti G lt ZONE Operating the Driver Weight control powers the lever arm forward and back which raises and lowers the weight. Everyone must be kept clear from this crushing zone during operation of this control. -
Page 16: Rock Spike Control
Rock Spike Control TRAPPING POINT CRUSHING ZONE The rock spike control valve is used to maintain sufficient clearance of the support collar from the head of the rock spike. Left and right leg controls Manual operation Remove lock pin and lower leg to desired height. Re-insert lock pin when desired level is reached. -
Page 17: Installation Of The Post Driver
Installation of the Post Driver. Preferred method of lifting the post driver:- 1. The Post driver is delivered with Slew arm perpendicular to the main frame and with the Slew lock pin fitted to lock the arm. Ensure the machine is manoeuvred in this position before hitching or unhitching from the tractor. - Page 18 3. Connect the tractors link arms to the machine lower link brackets and retain in position with the linkage and lynch pins supplied. 4. Connect the tractor top link (not supplied) to the machine and secure with the linkage and lynch pin supplied. The tractor top link must be category 2 on the machine end or conversion bush used if category 3.
- Page 19 the safe working zone the operator must work in while operating the post driver controls. All dimensions are in millimetres. 7. Connect the pressure and return hoses to and from the control valve to the tractor hydraulic service. 8. Before removing the safety lock plates very carefully move each control lever forward and back a small distance until each cylinder is able to extend and retract slightly.
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Page 20: Transportation Of The Post Driver
Transporting the Post Driver. To put the Post driver into transport position, operate the slew control to position the slew arm parallel with the main frame (slew cylinder closed). If the rock spike option is fitted ensure the diverter lever is pulled towards to operate the slew function. - Page 21 3. Drive the tractor near to the post so it can be reached while operating the external controls. Lower the machine onto the ground so it stands on its front legs and firmly apply the tractor handbrake. If working on a sloping ground it is far safer to drive up and down than across the slope.
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Page 22: Safe Use Of The Rock Spike
Safe Use of the Rock Spike. The rock spike is an optional extra is recommended for use on stony or hard ground and creates a pilot hole for the post. 1. Follow steps 2, 3 and 4 from the Safe use of Post Driver section. 2. -
Page 23: Storage Of The Post Driver
9. Operate the control to fully raise the driver weight then move the control lever into the fully down position to drop the weight. 10. Repeat step 9 to drive in the rock spike. Ensure the rock spike hinge is lowered between hits to always ensure the hinge collar is below the rock spike collar otherwise causing damage to the rock spike ram and fabrication. -
Page 24: Maintenance Of The Post Driver
Maintenance of the Post Driver Daily Check the lift rope for any signs of wear. If in doubt, change the rope. Check hydraulic hoses for any signs of wear. If in doubt change the hose. Grease the mast where the driver weight runs. Grease all pivots Check all nuts and bolts are tight. - Page 25 RECORD OF CHECKS. Date Equipment Name Signature...
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