Table of Contents 1. Safety Information ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1.1 Laws Pertaining to Spark Arresters ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1.2 Operating Safety ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1.3 Operator Safety while using Gasoline Engines ------------------------------------------------- 1.4 Service Safety ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Technical Data ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2.1 Machine Data ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2.2 Engine Data ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.
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These areas get hot and may cause burns. 1.2.3 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. 1.2.4 NEVER leave machine running unattended.
1.2.10 ALWAYS store equipment properly when it is not being used. Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the reach of children. 1.2.11 ALWAYS operate machine with all safety devices and guards in place and in working order.
1.4.6 ALWAYS replace worn or damaged components with spare parts designed and recommended by Tomahawk Power. 1.4.7 ALWAYS disconnect spark plug on machines equipped with gasoline engines, before servicing, to avoid accidental start-up.
2.2 Egnine Data Engine Type Air-cooled 4-stroke OHC Bore x Stroke 60 X 43 mm Displacement 121 cm3 Net Power Output* 3.6 HP (2.7 kW) @ 3,600 rpm Net Torque 5.5 lb-ft (7.5 Nm) @ 2,500 rpm PTO Shaft Rotation Counterclockwise Compression Ratio 8.5:1...
3.2 Safety Labels Tomahawk & Jumping JX machines use international pictorial labels where needed. These labels are described below: 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.
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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.
3.3 Operating Labels Tomahawk & Jumping JX machines use international pictorial labels where needed. These labels are described below: START THE ENGINE 1. Turn the engine switch to the ON position 2. Close the choke 3. Pull the recoil starter 4.
4. Operation 4.1 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.
4.4 To Start 1. Add 91 Octane Gasoline and SAE10W30 Oil to the engine. 2. Set the engine ON/OFF switch to the “ON” position. 3. On the top of the rammer, turn the fuel switch to the “ON” position. 4. Grip the recoil starter handle and pull it until you feel slight resistance. Then pull sharply and quickly.
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.
5. Maintenance 5.1 Periodic Maintenance Schedule The chart below lists basic engine maintenance. Refer to engine manufacturer's Operation Manual for additional information on engine maintenance. Daily After Every 2 Every Every year or before first 5 weeks or month or starting hours 25 hours...
Use central lifting point (a) when lifting machine. 8. Use trolley kit (not included) for short distance transportation. Visit www.tomahawk-power.com for wheel kit accessories and more. 5.3 Spark Plug Check and clean spark plugs regularly. A fouled, dirty spark plug may cause hard starting and poor engine performance.
5.4 Air Filter A clean engine will extend engine life. Keep the air filter clean at all times. Clean the ram- mer’s air filter using the recommended solvent daily. See engine manual for proper clean- ing procedure. Let the filter dry before reinstalling. NEVER use gasoline or other types of low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner.
6. Troubleshooting 6.1 Rammer Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Operating speed of throttle lever is Set throttle lever to correct incorrectly set position Drain excess oil Bring to correct Oil in excess level Engine rotates but amplitude not Clutch slips Replace or adjust clutch uniform or does not strike Spring failure...
6.2 Engine Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Ignition plug not properly Check ignition system connected Carbon deposit at ignition Clean or replace ignition Difficult to start, fuel is available, but spark plug will not ignite Short circuit due to deficient Replace insulators insulator Set spark plug gap to the correct...
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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Igni�on coil defec�ve Flush fuel system and replace fuel Not enough power available Replace igni�on wires, clean Igni�on plug shorts (Compression normal, no misfiring) igni�on Fuel is inadequate (water, dust) Flush fuel system and replace fuel Mixed fuel quality is inadequate Check fuel to oil mixture Excessive carbon deposi�on in...
8. 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 operating instructions.
8. Maintenance Record PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND ROUTINE SERVICE PLAN The Tomahawk JX60H 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.
5. Compaction Tips 5.1 Soil Drop Test: Soil preparedness refers to the “wetness” of the dirt or soil. Soil needs to be 50% dry and 50% wet, before starting compaction. A simple “hand test” can deter- mine this. Pick up a handful of soil with your hand and squeeze the dirt. Observe whether the soil is powdery or if it breaks apart when dropped.
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5.3 Compaction Terms 5.3.1 Cohesive soils: Clays and mixes have a particular particle size of less than .003” or .002” and are typically classified as cohesive soils. This type of soil is primarily used for retaining pond beds and mound fills. These soils are dense due to the strongly bound mo- lecular attraction.
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5.3.4 Static force: Found in the deadweight of machines, static force applies pressure downward on soil surfaces. As a result, soil particles compress in the topsoil layer. 5.3.5 Vibratory force: This force is engine-driven, creating a downward force, in addition to the machine's static weight.
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LIFT RIGHT Save your back The Tomahawk Power Rammer Transport Wheel Kit is great for job sites large and small. This is the best tool for headache free rammer transport! Perfectly balanced, simply line up the wheels to the rammer shoe, hook the...
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