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Keep this manual or a copy of it with the equipment. If you lose this manual or need an www.tomahawk-power.com This equipment is built with user safety in mind; however, it can present hazards if improperly operated and serviced.
1.2.2 NEVER 1.2.3 NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not recommended by Tomahawk 1.2.4 NEVER leave machine running unattended. 1.2.5 ALWAYS be sure operator is familiar with proper safety precautions and operation techniques before using machine.
1.2.9 ALWAYS operate machine with all safety devices and guards in place and in working devices or guards are missing or inoperative. 1.2.10 ALWAYS read, understand, and follow procedures in Operator's Manual before attempting to operate equipment. 1.3 Safety While Using Combustion Engines Internal combustion engines present special hazards during operation and fueling! DANGER 1.3.1 DO NOT run machine indoors or in an enclosed area such as a deep trenches unless...
1.4.11 ALWAYS use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with the machine. Accessories that may be suitable for one machine may create a risk of 2. PRODUCT DETAILS 2.1 Compactor Description 2.2 Specifications Model TPC100H Engine Honda GX160 Horsepower 5.5 HP Travel Speed...
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1. Hydraulic Pump (Oil Reservoir): of the control lever. 3. Vibrating Plate: A flat, open plate made of durable cast iron construction used in the compacting of soil. 4. Front Cover: Open to access engine and other components. 5. Engine: 6.
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13. Hour/Tachometer: operation it displays the rpm reading. 14. Engine ON-OFF Switch: 15. Handle Bar Height Adjuster: wing nut and turning the grip clockwise to raise the handle bar and counterclockwise to lower the handle bar. 2.4 Understanding The Control Lever The direction control lever allows the machine to be moved either backward or forward.
3. OPERATION 3.1 Recommended Fuel owner's manual for complete fuel specifications. 3.2 Before Starting 3.2.2 Check: - Oil level and fuel levels - V-Belt tension 3.3 Starting the Engine 3.3.1 NOTE: If engine is cold, move choke lever to close position. If engine is hot, set choke to open position (B).
3.4 Stopping the Engine 3.4.1 3.4.2 Turn the red engine switch to "OFF". 3.4.3 3.5 Application This plate is designed for compacting patchwork on asphalt, cohesive soils, granular soils, inches, while its self-cleaning, open base plate minimizes rock and dirt build up. 3.6 Operation 3.6.1 operating on an incline it may be necessary to assist plate by pushing it forward slightly.
4. MAINTENANCE 4.1 Periodic Maintenance Manual for additional information on engine maintenance. Daily Every 2 Every Every before first 20 weeks or month or year or starting hours 50 hours 100 hours 300 hours Check fuel level. Check engine oil level. Inspect fuel lines.
4.5 Spark Plug owner's manual. NOTE: recommended spark plug type and the electrode gap 4.5.1 4.5.2 chipped. 4.5.3 4.5.4 4.5.5 Tighten spark plug securely. A loose spark plug can become very hot and may cause engine damage. CAUTION 4.6 Engine Oil Fig.
4.7 Air Filter NEVER use gasoline or other types of low flash point solvents for cleaning the WARNING NEVER CAUTION The engine is equipped with a dual element air cleaner. conditions, the elements should be maintained daily. be removed. 4.7.1 damaged elements.
Fig. 8 4.9 Carburetor Adjustment (Fig. 9) 4.9.1 4.9.2 4.9.3 With the engine idling, turn the pilot screw (a) in or out to the setting that produces the highest rpm. 4.9.4 NOTE: the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the pilot screw. Fig.
5. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem / Symptom Reason / Remedy • Engine throttle control is not completely open. • Throttle control is not adjusted correctly. • Ground is too wet, plate sticking. Allow soil to dry before compacting. -Plate does not develop •...
7. COMPACTION TIPS 7.1 Soil Drop Test: is powdery or if it breaks apart when dropped. If the soil does break apart, it means that it is too dry. If the soil keeps together in one piece when dropped, it is ready for compaction. 7.2 Soil Testing: The function of this step is to measure the density of an aggregate material to ensure the increase of density when driving out air.
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7.4 Compaction Terms 7.4.1 Cohesive Soils: retaining pond beds and mound fills. These soils are dense due to the strongly bound moist it will feel sticky. 7.4.2 Granular Soils: drains easily through the soils particles of granular soils. The larger the particles, the larger compactors are typically the best option for compacting granular soils - however, depending on the vibration frequency and particle size, reversible plate compactors and double drum rollers may be more appropriate for this type of work.
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7.4.4 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. 7.4.5 Vibratory Force: This force is engine-driven, creating a downward force, in addition to the machine's static weight.
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