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- Page 1 Protech Machinery P230S 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 P230S Product Specification P230S Part Reference Safety Recommendations 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 Rock Spike Control Left/Right Leg Control Installation Of the post Driver... -
Page 4: Introduction
This manual must be read and fully understood before fitting or operating this machine. Whenever any doubt exists please contact Protech Machinery for assistance. If the machine is resold the Manual must be given to the new owner. Introduction Dear customer, Thank you for purchasing a Protech P230S Contractor Post Driver. -
Page 5: P230S Product Specification
P230S 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 option. -
Page 6: P230S Part Reference
P230S Part References The diagram below displays all the P230S parts referred to in this manual. -
Page 7: Safety Recommendations
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 BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE YOU MUST: Ensure you read and fully understand all sections of the operator handbook, Ensure the operator is fully competent to use this machine. Ensure the operator has been issued with, reads and fully understands the operator handbook.
- 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 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. Never carry out maintenance of a machine or a tractor whilst the engine is running –...
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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
Mast side Tilt Driver Weight Control CRUSHING 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 CRUSHING ZONE The left leg up/down controls the left leg when viewed from the rear of the tractor. -
Page 17: Installation Of The Post Driver
Manual operation (option) Remove lock pin and lower leg to desired height. Re-insert lock pin when desired level is reached. Installation of the Post Driver. Preferred method of lifting the post driver:-... - Page 18 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. 2.
- Page 19 5. Adjust the Tractor link arm stabilisers to centralise the Post Driver and reduce excessive lateral sway 6. You must familiarise yourself and understand the controls and their functions; therefore after studying the previous section practise moving the levers before connecting any hydraulic hoses the tractor. The diagram shows the safe working zone the operator must work in while operating the post driver controls.
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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 Monthly Check engine oil level, top up as necessary. Check hydraulic oil level, top up as necessary. Check tightness of wear pads. Tighten as necessary. Check visibility of warning stickers.
- Page 26 RECORD OF CHECKS. Date Equipment Name Signature...
- Page 27 ADDENDUM Old style guarding:- New guarding fixings:- MK 1 is M8 thread MK 2 is M12 thread...
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