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BPX-600 Post Driver User Manual [Revision 2.0 August 2017] READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE – FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND MAY VOID WARRANTY. • KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. • Products covered by this manual may vary in appearance, assembly, inclusions, specifications, description and packaging.
BPX-600 Post Driver Safety Safety messages are designed to alert you to possible dangers or hazards that could cause death, injury or equipment or property damage if not understood or followed. Safety messages have the following symbols: You WILL be KILLED or...
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BPX-600 Post Driver switch is dangerous and must be • Ensure all power sources conform to repaired. equipment voltage requirements and are disconnected before connecting equipment. General Fuel Safety General Service Information Petrol/fuel/gasoline is • Have the equipment serviced or extremely flammable –...
BPX-600 Post Driver Table of Contents Safety ..............................2 Parts Identification ..........................5 Engine and Machine Components ......................6 Before Use Checklist ......................... 7 Engine Oil ..............................7 Air Filter ..............................7 Fuel ................................7 Priming the Fuel System........................7 Attaching the Piling Socket ........................
BPX-600 Post Driver Engine and Machine Components Name Name Engine ON / OFF Switch Oil Filler Cap Throttle Control Exhaust Choke Lever Air Filter Assembly (air filter inside) Starter Cord Spark Plug Cover (spark plug inside) Fuel Tank Handle Fuel Primer...
BPX-600 Post Driver Before Use Checklist Ensure that you carry out all procedures below before starting the engine or operating the equipment. All procedures described are generic in nature and slight variations between different models may exist. Failure to follow the checklist and carry out the procedures correctly may result in making the product warranty void.
BPX-600 Post Driver Attaching the Piling Socket Always check that the hammer case bolts (B) are tight before attaching the piling socket (use 6mm Allen key). • Do not use the machine without a piling socket attached. Screw the required piling socket (1) to the thread on the end of the hammer case (C) (rotate right ).
BPX-600 Post Driver Engine Starting and Post Driver Operation Starting the Engine 1. PRIME – If necessary, “prime” the fuel system. 2. CHOKE – If the engine is cold, place the choke (E) in the “COLD” position. If the engine is warm or the ambient temperature is high, place the choke in the “RUN”...
BPX-600 Post Driver Post Driver Operation Before use, ensure that there are no electrical cables, gas or water pipes etc or other buried or unseen hazards in the work area. Contact the applicable utility providers for assistance. • The machine should be operated on ground that is suitable for driving posts.
BPX-600 Post Driver Maintenance Running combustion engines in confined areas CAN KILL IN MINUTES. Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon-monoxide – a deadly gas that you cannot smell or see. NEVER run a combustion engine in confined areas EVEN IF windows and doors are open.
BPX-600 Post Driver Checking and Changing Engine Oil The product is NOT supplied with engine oil, although traces of oil from the manufacturing process may be present. It is essential to add adequate engine oil of the correct type to the engine before use.
BPX-600 Post Driver Checking, Cleaning or Replacing the Air Filter Operating the machine without a functional air filter may cause severe engine damage and will void any warranty. • A dirty or oil saturated air filter will restrict air flow, which can reduce performance and be mistaken as fuel system problems.
BPX-600 Post Driver Checking, Cleaning or Replacing the Fuel Strainer A dirty or blocked fuel strainer will restrict fuel flow, which can reduce performance and be mistaken as fuel system problems. Check the condition of the fuel strainer before adjusting engine idle speed, where applicable.
BPX-600 Post Driver Maintaining the Spark Plug If the spark plug is damaged (cracked insulator, broken or eroded electrodes etc), replace it. • Always use spark plugs of the correct “heat range” - see Specifications. The spark plug is used to ignite the air/fuel mixture inside the engine. The spark plug has electrodes on one end and an electrical terminal on the other.
BPX-600 Post Driver Transportation and Storage Always ensure that the machine is cool enough to touch before transporting or storing. • Petrol/fuel/gasoline is extremely flammable – keep clear of naked flames or other ignition sources. • Always transport the machine with the engine ON/OFF switch in the “OFF” position.
BPX-600 Post Driver Troubleshooting Running combustion engines in confined areas CAN KILL IN MINUTES. Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon-monoxide – a deadly gas that you cannot smell or see. NEVER run a combustion engine in confined areas EVEN IF windows and doors are open. ONLY run combustion engines OUTDOORS and away from doors, windows and vents.
BPX-600 Post Driver Difficulty restarting the engine after use or engine stops suddenly during use. Possible Fault Action No fuel or engine oil Check fuel level and ensure adequate fuel is available. For some engines, an engine oil sensor will automatically switch off the engine or prevent starting if a low engine oil level is detected.
BPX-600 Post Driver Service and Maintenance Record Use the following tables as a record of machine servicing and maintenance. Keeping accurate records will help ensure better machine service life and may simplify fault diagnosis and any possible warranty claims. Place a tick in the required box for either clean or replace with the date, as required.
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Some experts believe the incorrect or prolonged use of almost any product could cause serious injury or death. For information that may reduce your risk of serious injury or death, consult the points below and additionally, the information available at www.datastreamserver.com/safety •...
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