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WARNING IF INCORRECTLY USED, THIS EQUIPMENT CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY. THOSE WHO USE AND MAINTAIN THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE TRAINED IN ITS PROPER USE, WARNED OF ITS DANGERS, AND SHOULD READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SET UP, OPERATE, ADJUST OR SERVICE THE EQUIPMENT. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE Proper service and repair are important to the safe, reliable operation of the Marathon Equipment...
® RamJet DRC II TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information Introduction ......................................4 Preface ......................................5 Hazard Symbols and Definitions ......................................5 Compactor Lock-Out/Tag-Out Instructions ......................................6 Specifications ......................................8 Service/Parts Assistance ......................................9 Guards and Access Covers ......................................9 Grease Lubrication Recommendation ......................................9 Recommended Oils ......................................9 Warning Decals on the Unit ......................................10 Decal Care ......................................10...
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® RamJet DRC II TABLE OF CONTENTS Troubleshooting Chart ......................................51 Replacement Parts Contact Information ......................................54 Typical Panel Box Configuration ......................................55 Decal Parts List ......................................56 Decal Placement ......................................57 Decals for Optional Loading Configurations ......................................60 Decal Images ......................................61 Index ..................................63 Issued March 2017 Printed in U.S.A.
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® RamJet DRC II ® RamJet DRC II Dual Recycling Compactor OPERATION, SERVICE, AND INSTALLATION ISSUED MARCH 2017 0031-RJDRC-0317 Printed in U.S.A. Issued March 2017 Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company...
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® RamJet DRC II General Information SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION Printed in U.S.A. Issued March 2017 Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company General Information...
® RamJet DRC II General Information INTRODUCTION ® ® Thank you for purchasing a Marathon RamJet DRC II Compactor! This product is designed to give you reliable service and superior performance for years to come. The purpose of this manual is to provide the owner and/or operators with the necessary information to properly install, operate, and maintain the machine.
® RamJet DRC II General Information PREFACE The following sections are a guide for maintenance and service of the Marathon Equipment Company unit. The sections cover preventive maintenance, adjustment, and troubleshooting hints. Before performing maintenance, check the work area carefully to find all the hazards present and make sure all necessary safeguards or safety devices are used to protect all persons and equipment involved.
® RamJet DRC II General Information LOCK-OUT & TAG-OUT INSTRUCTIONS DANGER Before entering any part of the compactor, be sure that all sources of energy have been shut off, all potential hazards have been eliminated, and the compactor is locked-out and tagged-out in accordance with OSHA and ANSI requirements.
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® RamJet DRC II General Information LOCK-OUT & TAG-OUT INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) RESTORING SERVICE When the servicing or maintenance is completed and the compactor is ready to return to normal operating condition, the following steps shall be taken: 1. Check the compactor and the immediate area around the compactor to ensure that nonessential items have been removed and that the compactor components, guards and covers are operationally intact.
® RamJet DRC II General Information SERVICE/PARTS ASSISTANCE Assistance in troubleshooting, repair and service is available by contacting the authorized Marathon Equipment Company Dealer in your area. Parts are available at your Marathon Equipment Company Dealer or through Marathon Equipment Company.
® RamJet DRC II General Information WARNING DECALS ON THE UNIT WARNING DO NOT operate without all guards and access covers in place. Make sure you can read all warning and instruction decals. Clean decals if you cannot read the words. See below for directions on cleaning decals.
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® RamJet DRC II General Information DECAL CARE - CONTINUED Printed in U.S.A. Issued March 2017 Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company General Information...
® RamJet DRC II General Information HYDRAULIC SYMBOLS Issued March 2017 Printed in U.S.A. General Information Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company...
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® RamJet DRC II General Information HYDRAULIC SYMBOLS (CONTINUED) Printed in U.S.A. Issued March 2017 Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company General Information...
® RamJet DRC II General Information ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS Issued March 2017 Printed in U.S.A. General Information Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company...
® RamJet DRC II Installation CONTACT INFORMATION Technical Service and Warranty: 877-258-1105 Parts: 800-528-5308 For parts visit our eCommerce Marketplace at www.mecomerchant.com. If you do not have a user name and password, contact our Parts Department and they will assist with your registration. Normal Business Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm...
® RamJet DRC II Installation CONCRETE PAD REQUIREMENTS These installation instructions are not intended as a substitute for training and experience in proper use and safety procedures in operating this equipment. Marathon Equipment Co. does not assume responsibility for the installation procedures of this equipment.
® RamJet DRC II Installation STEEL INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Dock Installation If the appropriate accessories are ordered from Marathon Equipment Co., the compactor/ container will be furnished with either a four-sided hopper or a three-sided hopper with a hinged gate. THESE ACCESSORIES SHOULD NOT BE ALTERED AS THEY ARE MANUFACTURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THOSE STANDARDS WHICH PREVAIL AT THE TIME OF MANUFACTURE.
® RamJet DRC II Installation ELECTRICAL AND HYDRAULIC INSTALLATION The motor control panel contains high voltage components. Only authorized service personnel should be allowed inside. See Lock-Out & Tag- Out Instructions in the Service section. A lockable fused disconnect switch (customer furnished) must be installed and be within sight of the compactor motor control panel location, not to exceed 50'0"...
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® RamJet DRC II Installation ELECTRICAL AND HYDRAULIC INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) Pushbutton Control Panel If a remote operator station is furnished, it will be factory wired using Sealtite. If it is necessary to disconnect it from the wires (to install the operator station inside a building), exercise care that these wires are reconnected as originally furnished.
® RamJet DRC II Installation THROUGH-THE-WALL POWER UNIT INSTALLATION If the remote power unit is to be mounted through-the-wall, the following list of material and diagram is the suggested method. LIST OF MATERIAL ITEM # QUANTITY DESCRIPTION Hydraulic Hose, Hi-Pressure (sized to power unit*), 36” long Pipe, Schedule 80 (sized to power unit*), 36”...
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® RamJet DRC II Operation SECTION 3 OPERATION Printed in U.S.A. Issued March 2017 Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company Operation...
® RamJet DRC II Operation CONTACT INFORMATION Technical Service and Warranty: 877-258-1105 Parts: 800-528-5308 For parts visit our eCommerce Marketplace at www.mecomerchant.com. If you do not have a user name and password, contact our Parts Department and they will assist with your registration. Normal Business Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm...
® RamJet DRC II Operation PRE-OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Employers should allow only authorized and thoroughly trained personnel to operate this compactor. This compactor is equipped with a key operated locking system. Keys should be in possession of only authorized personnel. Turn off and remove the key after use. DANGER ONLY TRAINED AND AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL SHOULD BE ALLOWED INSIDE PANEL BOX.
® RamJet DRC II Operation STANDARD CONTROL PANEL CONTROL DESCRIPTION 1. KEYED START SWITCH - This switch requires a key for operation. Insert the key and turn clockwise to the START position. Depress the key for one to two seconds and release. The compactor will cycle one time (complete extension and retraction of the ram) then stop.
® RamJet DRC II Operation OPTIONAL CONTROLS 1. SUSTAINED MANUAL PRESSURE CONTROL BUTTON (Hold-To-Run, Release-To-Stop) This option requires the compactor operator to remain at the push button station while the compactor is in use. Actuation requires depressing the "Hold-To-Run" and "Start" buttons. After the unit has started, the "Start" button is released. If the "Hold-To-Run" button is released, the unit will stop instantly.
® RamJet DRC II Operation OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING At initial machine start-up and each time after the DRC II is emptied, make sure that the shut-off valve on the hand pump is open. To open the valve, turn the knob counterclockwise. See the Flex-D-Vider Hand Pump Operation in this manual for location and operation of the pump and shut-off valve.
® RamJet DRC II Hauler Information SECTION 4 HAULER INFORMATION Printed in U.S.A. Issued March 2017 Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company Hauler Information...
® RamJet DRC II Hauler Information HAULER INSTRUCTIONS – GENERAL Before hauling to the landfill: 1. Disconnect the power unit hoses on the side of the compactor. Make sure the hoses are laid in an area where they will not get damaged. 2.
® RamJet DRC II Hauler Information TAILGATE/LATCH OPERATION Printed in U.S.A. Issued March 2017 Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company Hauler Information...
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® RamJet DRC II Hauler Information TAILGATE/LATCH OPERATION (CONTINUED) Issued March 2017 Printed in U.S.A. Hauler Information Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company...
® RamJet DRC II Hauler Information CONTAINER DUMPING When dumping the DRC II, the side with the largest load should be dumped first. To determine which side has the largest ® load, look at the direction of the position indicator of the Flex-D-Vider as shown in the diagram below.
® RamJet DRC II Hauler Information ® FLEX-D-VIDER HAND PUMP OPERATION Prior to emptying the second part of the container (smallest load), The Flex-D-Vider must be lifted off of the material. To lift the Flex-D-Vider, use the hand pump on the side of the container. To Operate The Hand Pump: Close the shut-off valve (clockwise turn) on the back side of the pump.
® RamJet DRC II Service CONTACT INFORMATION Technical Service and Warranty: 877-258-1105 Parts: 800-528-5308 For parts visit our eCommerce Marketplace at www.mecomerchant.com. If you do not have a user name and password, contact our Parts Department and they will assist with your registration. Normal Business Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm...
® RamJet DRC II Service LOCK-OUT & TAG-OUT INSTRUCTIONS DANGER Before entering any part of the compactor, be sure that all sources of energy have been shut off, all potential hazards have been eliminated, and the compactor is locked-out and tagged-out in accordance with OSHA and ANSI requirements. The specific Lock-Out and Tag-Out instructions may vary from company to company (i.e.
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® RamJet DRC II Service LOCK-OUT & TAG-OUT INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) RESTORING SERVICE When the servicing or maintenance is completed and the compactor is ready to return to normal operating condition, the following steps shall be taken: 1. Check the compactor and the immediate area around the compactor to ensure that nonessential items have been removed and that the compactor components, guards and covers are operationally intact.
® RamJet DRC II Service PERIODIC MAINTENANCE WARNING Never enter any part of the compactor/container until the unit has been locked-out and tagged-out. See Lock-Out/Tag- Out Instructions Monthly Check external hoses for chafing, rubbing, or other deterioration or damage. Check for any obvious unsafe conditions in the compactor area. Check oil level in hydraulic reservoir.
® RamJet DRC II Service PRESSURE SETTINGS WARNING Never enter any part of the compactor/container until the unit has been locked-out and tagged-out. See Compactor Lock-Out/Tag-Out Instructions Hydraulic System Pressure Check When the hydraulic cylinder used in the DRC II is fully extended or retracted, it bypasses internally. This prevents the hydraulic system from reaching relief pressure.
® RamJet DRC II Service CYLINDER REMOVAL WARNING Never enter any part of the compactor/container until the unit has been locked-out and tagged-out. See Lock-Out/Tag- Out Instructions To remove the cylinder in the DRC II: 1. Remove the rear cover on the compactor body. 2.
® RamJet DRC II Service ® HAND PUMP MAINTENANCE (FOR FLEX-D-VIDER To understand the use of the hand pump, see hauler instructions - Flex-D-Vider Hand Pump Operation of this manual. Fluid Level Hydraulic fluid may be added to the Flex-D-Vider via either the breather port or the dipstick port. See Recommended Fluids .
® RamJet DRC II Service TAILGATE SEAL REPLACEMENT (OPTION) For units with the optional door seal on either or both bottom doors, use the following guidelines and diagram to replace the seal when it becomes damaged or worn. 1. When removing the old seal, pry the seal retainer up slightly to allow for seal removal. 2.
® RamJet DRC II Service PLC MAINTENANCE - LAYOUT & DESCRIPTION REFERENCE DESCRIPTION Retractable mounting feet Screw terminal block for the power supply LCD, 4 lines, 18 characters Screw terminal block for inputs Screw terminal block for discrete input Connector for backup memory or PC connection cable Shift key Selection and validation key (Menu / Ok) Relay output screw terminal block...
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® RamJet DRC II Service PLC MAINTENANCE - LAYOUT & DESCRIPTION (CONTINUED) Multicycle Counter Selection STEPS DIRECTIONS Press the Menu Button Press the Down Arrow Button to select PARAMETER Press the Menu Button Press the Up or Down Arrow to select CC2 Press the >...
® RamJet DRC II Service POWER UNIT - 10 HP - PARTS LIST Match reference number with the drawings on the previous page. To order replacement parts, call our Parts Department at 800-528-5308. PART # DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 02-0044 ELL 3/4 NPTM X 3/4 NPTF 90 02-0050 FILTER SUCTION 1 13 GPM 100 ME 02-0157...
® RamJet DRC II Service TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION 1. No electrical power to 1a. Turn on main disconnect. UNIT WILL NOT START unit 1b. Replace fuses/reset breakers 2. No electrical power to 2a. Check primary and secondary sides of transformer. control circuit 2b.
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® RamJet DRC II Service TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION 1. Solenoid valve is in- 1a. Check coil in solenoid valve UNIT WILL NOT operative REVERSE 2. Reverse button in-operative 2a. Check reverse button contacts 1. Partly clogged intake 1a. Pump must receive intake fluid freely or cavitation results. PUMP MAKES NOISE- strainer or restricted intake Drain system, clean intake pipe and clean or replace strainer...
® RamJet DRC II Replacement Parts SECTION 6 REPLACEMENT PARTS Printed in U.S.A. Issued March 2017 Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company Replacement Parts...
® RamJet DRC II Replacement Parts CONTACT INFORMATION Technical Service and Warranty: 877-258-1105 Parts: 800-528-5308 For parts visit our eCommerce Marketplace at www.mecomerchant.com. If you do not have a user name and password, contact our Parts Department and they will assist with your registration. Normal Business Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm...
® RamJet DRC II Replacement Parts TYPICAL PANEL BOX CONFIGURATION The diagram below represents a typical panel box configuration for the self-contained compactors. The panel box on your compactor may differ depending on the model and/or optional equipment/controls. Refer to the chart below to identify components.
® RamJet DRC II Replacement Parts DECAL PARTS LIST Warning Decal Requirements When your compactor leaves the factory, several WARNING DECALS are installed for your protection. These labels are subject to wear and abuse due to the nature of operation. The FOLLOWING DECALS MUST BE MAINTAINED. Additional decals may be purchased through your distributor or from Marathon Equipment Company by calling the parts department at 800-528-5308.
® RamJet DRC II Replacement Parts DECAL PLACEMENT Match the decal numbers below with the descriptions and quantity on the Decal Parts List for ordering replacement decals. See Decals for Optional Loading Configurations for decals on optional configurations. Printed in U.S.A. Issued March 2017 Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company Replacement Parts...
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® RamJet DRC II Replacement Parts DECAL PLACEMENT (CONTINUED) Match the decal numbers below with the descriptions and quantity on the Decal Parts List for ordering replacement decals. See Decals for Optional Loading Configurations for decals on optional configurations. Issued March 2017 Printed in U.S.A.
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® RamJet DRC II Replacement Parts DECAL PLACEMENT (CONTINUED) Match the decal numbers below with the descriptions and quantity on the Decal Parts List for ordering replacement decals. See Decals for Optional Loading Configurations for decals on optional configurations. Printed in U.S.A. Issued March 2017 Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company Replacement Parts...
® RamJet DRC II Replacement Parts DECALS FOR OPTIONAL LOADING CONFIGURATIONS Issued March 2017 Printed in U.S.A. Replacement Parts Copyright 2017, Marathon Equipment Company...
® RamJet DRC II INDEX auto relatch operating instructions optional controls circuit breakers concrete pad requirements periodic maintenance contact information 16, 24, 36, 54 plc maintenance container dumping power unit illustration - 10 HP cylinder removal power unit parts list - 10 HP preface pre-operation instructions pressure setting procedure...
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www.marathonequipment.com Customer Care: 800-633-8974 Parts Central: 800-528-5308 www.mecomerchant.com Technical Service and W arranty: 877-258-1105 Customer Support Marathon Equipment Company P.O. Box 1798 Vernon, AL 35592-1798...
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