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EU Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer Wacker Neuson Produktion GmbH & Co. KG, Wackerstraße 6, 85084 Reichertshofen (DE) This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer. Product A5000 Product type Internal vibrator Function of product Compacting of concrete...
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UK Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer Wacker Neuson Produktion GmbH & Co. KG, Wackerstraße 6, 85084 Reichertshofen (DE) This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer. Product A5000 Product type Internal vibrator Function of product Compacting of concrete...
Preface Preface Introduction This operator’s manual contains important information and procedures for the safe, proper and economical operation of this machine. Careful reading, understanding and observing it helps to avoid hazards, reduce repair costs and downtimes and thus increase the availability and service life of the machine.
Preface Key to the symbols Symbol Explanation 1., 2., 3… Indicates an activity. The sequence of the actions must be followed. ⇨ Indicates a result or an intermediate result of an action. ✓ Indicates prerequisites that must be created for the activity. ●...
It must be ensured that any changes or additions made by the manufacturer are immediately incorporated into this operator’s manual. Group - Type Material number (Mat. no.) A5000/160B 5100068212 Information Depending on the operating conditions, the modular internal vibrator can be combined with different components,...
Usage Usage Intended use Designated use also includes observing all notes and safety instructions in this operator’s manual and observing the prescribed care and maintenance instructions. The machine is used for: • Compacting fresh concrete. • The vibrator head must be submerged in the freshly mixed (green) concrete.
Safety Safety Safety symbols and signal words The following symbol identifies safety instructions. It is used for warning against potential personal risk or danger. HAZARD DANGER identifies a situation causing death or serious injury if it is not avoided. Consequences in case of non-observance. ►...
Safety Structural changes Structural changes may not be made without the manufacturer's written consent. Unauthorized structural changes to this machine can pose a risk to the operator and/or third parties, as well as damage to the machine. The manufacturer's liability and warranty are also void in the event of unauthorized structural alterations.
Safety Obligations of the operator • Know and implement applicable health and safety regulations. • In a risk assessment, identify hazards arising from working conditions at the place of use. • Create operating instructions for the operation of this machine. •...
Safety Specific drive safety instructions 4.8.1 External influences Do not operate the machine under the following external influences: • In potentially explosive atmospheres. Explosion hazard! • If methane gas escapes from the ground in the vicinity of oil fields. Explosion hazard! •...
Safety CAUTION Hot exhaust! Contact may cause burns. ► Only operate the machine if the safety features are correctly fitted. ► Do not change or remove safety devices. • Do not service, repair, adjust or clean the machine when it is 4.10 Mainten switched on.
Safety 4.10.2 Vehicle fluids • Always wear protective goggles and gloves when handling vehicle fluids. See a doctor immediately if e.g. hydraulic oil, fuel, oil or coolant gets in your eyes. • Avoid direct skin contact with vehicle fluids. Wash skin immediately with soap and water.
Description of the machine Description of the machine Type plates and labels 5.1.1 Type label A type label is permanently attached to the machine. Other type labels Furthermore, the following components of the machine are provided with their own type label: •...
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Description of the machine Meaning of safety labels Wear personal protective equipment to avoid injury and health problems. • Use hearing protection. • Read the operator’s manual. Warning label Briggs & Stratton engine • Risk of suffocation due to exhaust gases! •...
Description of the machine Drive components Fuel tank Air filter Silencer Drive motor Drive operating elements Always keep the displays and controls of the machine dry, clean and free of oil and grease. Do not lock, manipulate or alter the machine operating elements in an inadmissible manner.
Transportation Transportation Safety instructions for transport WARNING Hazard of falling! The falling machine can cause serious injuries, e.g. by crushing. ► Only use suitable and tested lifting gear and slings (safety hooks) with sufficient lifting capacity. ► Secure the machine safely to the lifting gear. ►...
Transportation Prerequisites and preparations • Switch off the machine and let it cool down. • Dismantle the flexible shaft from the drive. Lifting the machine Have two people hold and lift the machine by the frame with both hands. Load all components in (e.g. lattice box) or onto the transport vehicle.
Putting into operation Putting into operation Safety instructions for operation WARNING Improper handling may result in injury or serious material damage. ► Please read and follow all safety instructions in this operator's manual. WARNING Danger of burns due to starting aid sprays! Starting aid sprays can ignite and cause severe burns.
Putting into operation Inspections before commissioning Perform the following checks: • Check machine and components for damage. – Do not put the damaged machine into operation. Damages and defects must be repaired immediately. • Check the fuel level. • Check fuel lines for leaks. •...
Putting into operation NOTICE When the shaft core of the flexible shaft is new. the drive must run for approx. 5 minutes with the flexible shaft connected and enter vibrator heads. Putting into operation with Briggs & Stratton engine Check engine oil level 1, see Maintenance on page 31.
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Putting into operation Set engine switch 5 to position A. Pull starter handle 6. Pull the starting handle slightly until resistance is felt, then pull it strongly. Slowly return the starting handle. Engine runs. Set the choke lever to start in position A, and move the choke lever back to position B while the engine is warming up.
Operation Operation Operating the machine The intended place for the operator is on the flexible shaft of the machine. Compaction 8.2.1 Notes on compaction Compaction duration and effectiveness depend on the following points: • The time the vibrator head is in the concrete. •...
Operation 8.2.2 Compacting freshly mixed (green concrete NOTICE Material damage due to improper handling! Touching the reinforcement with the vibrator head can damage the vibrator head. ► Do not touch the reinforcement with the vibrating head. Hold and guide the internal vibrator with both hands on the flexible shaft.
Operation Taking out of operation with Briggs & Stratton engine The machine is on a level surface. Move gas lever 1 to position B. Set engine switch 2 to position B. Set fuel cock 3 to position B. Allow the internal vibrator to come to a complete standstill. ...
Operation 8.4.1 Uncoupling the flexible shaft from the drive Put the drive on the ground. Raise quick release coupling 1. Pull coupling piece 2of flexible shaft 3 out of the drive coupling. Release the quick release coupling.
Maintenance Maintenance Safety instructions for maintenance WARNING Improper handling may result in injury or serious material damage. ► Please read and follow all safety instructions in this operator's manual. WARNING Hazard of poisoning from exhaust fumes! Exhaust fumes contain poisonous carbon monoxide which can cause unconsciousness or death.
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Maintenance WARNING Burn hazard due to hot engine oil! Splashes of hot oil can cause burns to the skin. ► Switch off the engine and let it cool down. ► Use protective gloves. WARNING Risk of injury due to missing or non-functioning safety devices! ►...
Maintenance Maintenance plan NOTICE Hazard of engine damage! ► When commissioning new machines, an oil change must be carried out once after 20 operating hours. Activity daily monthly 50 h 100 h 300 h Clean machine and components. Visual check for completeness. ...
Maintenance Maintenance work Carrying out preparations: Place the machine on a level surface. Take the machine out of operation. Let the machine cool down. 9.3.1 Cleaning the machine Observe the following when cleaning the machine with a high-pressure cleaner: Do not aim high-pressure cleaner directly at air intake area and electrical components.
Maintenance 9.3.3 Cleaning and checking the air filter Remove air filter lid 1. Remove and separate the air filter inserts. Paper filter insert and foam filter insert Check both air filter inserts for cracks and holes, replace if damaged. Cleaning the paper filter insert Knock out filter insert on hard surface.
Maintenance 9.3.4 Checking and topping up engine oil level NOTICE Hazard of engine damage! ► Only change the oil when the engine is at operating temperature. ► Only use engine oil with the correct specification, see Technical Data on page 47. Remove dirt.
Maintenance 9.3.6 Cleaning the deposit cup Set fuel cock 3 to position B. Remove deposit cup, filter and O-ring 2 . Clean and dry deposit cup and filter. Replace the O-ring, filter and sedimentation cup. Set fuel cock 1 to position A. Check fuel system for leaks.
Maintenance 9.3.7 Checking spark plug NOTICE Hazard of engine damage! An incorrect spark plug can cause engine damage, see Technical Data on page 48. ► Correct electrode spacing. ► Free of deposits. Pull out the spark plug connector. Remove dirt from the spark plug area. Unscrew spark plug and check.
Maintenance Flexible shaft 9.5.1 Remove shaft core. NOTICE Note on cleaning the shaft core! ► Do not clean the shaft core and protective hose with solvents. Remove dirt in the area of coupling piece 3. Clamp flexible shaft 1 in a vise with V-jaws. Unscrew the coupling piece with a large pipe wrench or special wrench (accessories).
Maintenanc 9.5.4 Assembling the flexible shaft Insert shaft core 1 completely into protective hose 2 and turn it as you do so. The special lubricant is distributed by turning the shaft core. Insert the shaft core into the shaft core adapter of the vibrator head.
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Maintenance Changing oil Pour out the oil and dispose of it in an environmentally friendly manner. Clean the threads of the connecting piece and vibrator head with a wire brush and cleaning agent. Fill the housing with a suitable quantity of oil according to the specification, see chapter Technical Data.
Malfunctions Malfunctions 10.1 Troubleshooting machine WARNING Danger to life due to unauthorized troubleshooting! ► If faults not described in these operating instructions occur on this machine, contact the manufacturer. ► Do not rectify faults on your own. Fault Possible cause Remedy The engine cannot be started.
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Malfunctions Engine runs normally but Too much special lubricant in Remove excess special overheats. the flexible shaft. lubricant with a rag. Too much oil in the vibrator Remove excess oil. head. Motor runs slowly and Wrong combination of vibrator Only use the combination overheats.
Shutdown Shutdown 11.1 Temporary shutdown Information For further information and detailed descriptions, see Maintenance on page 31. Storage requirements • Store dust-free and dry. • Do not store outdoors. • Protect from direct sunlight. • Observe the storage temperature, see Technical Data on page 47. •...
Accessories Accessories CAUTION Risk of injury and possible machine damage! Using non-original spare parts or accessories can lead to injuries or machine damage. ► Only use original spare parts and accessories. ► In case of disregard, no liability will be accepted. NOTICE Hazard of engine damage! Excessively long flexible shafts can overload the motor,...
Technical data Technical data 13.1 General instructions Information For system technical reasons, empty columns can be displayed in the technical data, and numbers and letters written in superscript or subscript may be displayed incorrectly, e.g: ► Sound power level LWA instead of L ►...
Technical data 13.5 Conversion table The following conversion tables enable the conversion of the metric values from the instructions, in particular the technical data, into the imperial. Conversion table Volume units 1 cm³ 0.061 in³ 1 m³ 35.31 ft³ 1 ml 0.034 US fl.oz.
Technical data 13.6 Flexible shafts S flexible shafts Designation Unit SM0-S SM1-S SM2-S SM3-S Length Weight Designation Unit SM4-S SM5-S SM7-S SM9-S Length Weight 12.9 15.1 E flexible shafts Designation Unit SM1-E SM2-E SM4-E Length Weight 13.7 Vibrator head Standard vibrator head HA vibrator head...
Technical data 13.8 Permissible combinations of drive – flexible shaft – vibrator head ATTENTION Too large vibrator head or too long flexible shaft overloads the drive. Excessive wear and damage to components is possible. Only use permitted combinations of components. ...
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