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- Page 1 PLAY IT SAFE! OPERATIONAL, MAINTENANCE, AND INSTALLATION MANUAL RAM-JET SELF-CONTAINED COMPACTOR CONTAINER...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Operating Instructions For RJ-250VL ............1-6 Optional Controls ..................1-7 Decals for RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, RJ-250SC, or RJ-250VL ......1-8 Decal Placement for RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, RJ-250SC, or RJ-250VL ..1-9 Additional Decals and Decal Placement for Hydraulic Tailgate (HT) Units . 1-11 SECTION 2 - Maintenance Lock-Out &... -
Page 3: Section 1 - Operation
1 OPERATION INTRODUCTION THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A MARATHON SELF-CONTAINED COMPACTOR/CONTAINER. This product is designed to give you reliable service and superior performance for years to come. To guarantee top performance and the safest operation of the compactor, each person involved in the operation, maintenance, and installation of the compactor should read and thoroughly understand the instructions in this manual and follow all warnings. -
Page 4: Specifications
1 OPERATION SPECIFICATIONS “B” Fire Port - “A”, Clear Top Opening Each Side SIDE VIEW “D” COMPACTOR CONTAINER “C” “E” Model 88SC 100SC 250SC 250VL “A”, Clear Top Opening 30 1/2 x 48 35 x 60 40.5 x 58 35 x 60 (L x W) “B”... -
Page 5: Pre-Operation Instructions
1 OPERATION PRE-OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FEDERAL REGULATION PROHIBITS THE USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY ANYONE UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE. STAY CLEAR OF ALL INTERNAL PARTS OF THE SELF-CONTAINED COMPACTOR/CONTAINER DURING OPERATION. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! NEVER ENTER ANY PART OF THE COMPACTOR UNLESS THE DISCON- NECT SWITCH HAS BEEN LOCKED-OUT AND TAGGED-OUT. -
Page 6: Operator Station
1 OPERATION OPERATOR STATION KEYED START SWITCH REVERSE OPERATOR STATION EMERGENCY STOP FOR 88SC, 100SC, 250SC, & 250 VL CONTROL DESCRIPTION FOR 88SC, 100SC, & 250SC KEYED START SWITCH - This switch requires a key for operation. Insert the key and turn clockwise to the start position. -
Page 7: Operating Instructions For Rj-88Sc, Rj-100Sc, Or Rj-250Sc
1 OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, & RJ-250SC First, place the material to be discarded into the compactor. Note: If you are loading the compactor through a door or gate, close it before starting the compactor. Refer to “Optional Loading Configurations” in the Decal Placement section to determine how your compactor is set up. -
Page 8: Operating Instructions For Rj-250Vl
1 OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR RJ-250VL First, place the material to be discarded into the compactor. Note: If you are loading the compactor through a door or gate, close it before starting the compactor. Refer to “Optional Loading Configurations” in the Decal Placement section to determine how your compactor is set up. -
Page 9: Optional Controls
RAM STOP FORWARD - When a machine with this option has been stopped, the ram automatically begins to move rearward when restarted. For the RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, or RJ-250SC, to move the ram forward (when it is stopped), hold the FORWARD button down, turn the key switch clockwise, depress and release the key switch, then release the FORWARD button. -
Page 10: Decals For Rj-88Sc, Rj-100Sc, Rj-250Sc, Or Rj-250Vl
These labels are subject to wear and abuse due to the nature of the refuse handling operation. THESE DECALS MUST BE MAINTAINED. Additional decals may be purchased from your distributor or from Marathon Equipment Company. Decal Number 06-0002 -... -
Page 11: Decal Placement For Rj-88Sc, Rj-100Sc, Rj-250Sc, Or Rj-250Vl
1 OPERATION DECAL PLACEMENT for RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, RJ-250SC, or RJ-250VL REMOTE POWER UNIT... - Page 12 1 OPERATION DECAL PLACEMENT for RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, RJ-250SC, or RJ-250VL 1-10 OPTIONAL LOADING CONFIGURATIONS 06-0039 THRU-THE-WALL 06-0039 SECURITY CHUTE DOGHOUSE 06-0039 06-0040 EACH INSIDE WALL EACH OUTSIDE WALL 06-0039 06-0039, 06-0052 DOCK ACCESS GATE & HOPPER...
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Page 13: Additional Decals And Decal Placement For Hydraulic Tailgate (Ht) Units
1 OPERATION ADDITIONAL DECALS and DECAL PLACEMENT for HYDRAULIC TAILGATE (HT) UNITS 1-11 In addition to the decals and their placement specified on the previous pages, the self-contained units with the hydraulic tailgate option require the following decals located as shown below. Decal Number 06-0104 - CAUTION: STAND CLEAR OF TAILGATE WHEN LIFTED. -
Page 14: Section 2 - Maintenance
2 MAINTENANCE LOCK-OUT & TAG-OUT INSTRUCTIONS FOREWORD: Before entering any part of the compactor, be sure that all sources of energy have been shut off, all poten- tial hazards have been eliminated, and the compactor is locked-out and tagged-out in accordance with OSHA and ANSI requirements. -
Page 15: Periodic Maintenance
2 MAINTENANCE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE WARNING: RAM SPEED ACCELERATES AS RAM RETRACTS. NEVER ENTER ANY PART OF THE SELF-CONTAINED COMPACTOR/CONTAINER UNTIL THE UNIT HAS BEEN LOCKED OUT AND TAGGED OUT. MONTHLY Check external hoses for chafing, rubbing, or other deterioration and damage. Check for any obvious unsafe conditions in the compactor area. -
Page 16: Procedures (Hydraulic System Pressure Check)
PROCEDURES PRESSURE SETTING When the hydraulic cylinders used in the RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, RJ-250SC, and RJ- 250VL are fully extended or retracted, they bypass internally. This makes it impossi- ble for the hydraulic system to reach relief pressure. Follow the recommendations below for proper pressure setting. -
Page 17: Procedures (Ram Control Timer Adjustment)
2 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES RAM CONTROL TIMER ADJUSTMENT Determine the cycle time of your machine. This can be found in the “CHARTS” section of this manual under “TIMER SETTINGS”. Set the timers as shown in the chart. When the switches are properly set, the ram will fully extend, stop for one-half to one second, then fully retract, stop and the unit will shut down. -
Page 18: Procedures (Cylinder Removal, Multi Cycle Timer Adjustment)
If you do not have a list of qualified shops, contact Marathon Equipment Co. The motor warranty shop will be able to inspect the motor and determine if it is factory defective. If the motor failed due to defects in materi- al or workmanship, the warranty shop will repair or replace the motor at the manufactur- ers expense. -
Page 19: Principles Of Operation
The system uses special cylinders to move the ram and two timers to control the opera- tion of the ram. When the hydraulic cylinders used in the RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, RJ- 250SC, and RJ-250VL are fully extended or retracted, they bypass internally. This makes it impossible for the hydraulic system to reach relief pressure. -
Page 20: Tailgate Seal Replacement
2 MAINTENANCE TAILGATE SEAL REPLACEMENT When the door/tailgate seal becomes damaged or worn, replace the seal. WARNING: For units with hydraulic tailgates, before performing any inspection or maintenance on the seal, support the raised tailgate with a crane, forklift, or other positive maintenance prop. WHEN REMOVING THE OLD SEALS (TOP &... -
Page 21: Charts
2 MAINTENANCE CHARTS TIMER SETTINGS RAM STOP REAR RAM STOP FORWARD MODEL NO. RJ-88SC RJ-100SC RJ-250SC RJ-250VL Includes HT units and SL units. FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS FULL DUAL ELEMENT CIRCUIT SERVICE MOTOR LOAD FUSE BREAKER DISCONNECT SIZE AMP. MAX. SIZE MAX. - Page 22 2 MAINTENANCE CHARTS WIRE SIZES THW Copper 75°C (165°F) MOTOR VOLTAGE LENGTH SIZE TO 100’ TO 200’ TO 300’ 5 HP, 1 PH 5 HP, 3 PH 10 HP, 1 PH 10 HP, 3 PH MOTOR STARTERS AND HEATER ELEMENTS MOTOR STARTER HEATER ELEMENT...
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Page 23: Parts List
2 MAINTENANCE PARTS LIST 2-10 PART # PART DESCRIPTION 88SC 100SC 250SC 250VL 88HT 250HT 02-0050 SUCTION FILTER 02-0157 DIRECTIONAL VALVE 02-0184 CHECK VALVE 02-0197 BREATHER 02-0198 SIGHT GAUGE 02-0204 CHECK VALVE 02-0214 RELIEF VALVE 02-0215 SIGHT GAUGE 02-0244 HUB COUPLING 02-0267 PUMP, 10 GPM 02-0284 FLOW CONTROL VALVE 02-0295 COIL, SOLENOID... -
Page 24: Motor Control Panel
2 MAINTENANCE MOTOR CONTROL PANEL - TYPICAL 2-11 * Motor Starter brand and size determined by model number and voltage. -
Page 25: Power Unit - Standard 5 Hp
2 MAINTENANCE POWER UNIT - STANDARD 5 HP 2-12 DETAIL B DETAIL A DETAIL B DETAIL A DRAIN PLUG... -
Page 26: Power Unit - Standard 10 Hp
2 MAINTENANCE POWER UNIT - STANDARD 10 HP 2-13... -
Page 27: Hydraulic Schematic - Typical
2 MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC - TYPICAL 2-14 * SINGLE CYLINDER UNIT SHOWN. FOR DUAL CYLINDER UNITS, CONNECT IDENTICAL CYLINDER IN PARALLEL. -
Page 28: Trouble-Shooting Chart
2 MAINTENANCE TROUBLE-SHOOTING CHART 2-15 PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION UNIT WILL NOT START ( 1) No electrical power to unit ( 1A) Turn on main disconnect ( 1B) Replace fuses or reset breakers ( 2) No electrical power to control ( 2A) Check primary and secondary circuit sides of transformer ( 2B) Check for correct voltage. - Page 29 2 MAINTENANCE TROUBLE-SHOOTING CHART 2-16 PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION PUMP MAKES NOISE-SOUNDS ( 1 ) Partly clogged intake strainer or ( 1A) Pump must receive intake fluid freely or LIKE GRAVEL restricted intake pipe cavitation results. Drain system, clean intake pipe and clean or replace strain- ( 2) Defective bearing ( 2A) Replace pump ( 3) Air leak at pump intake pipe joints...
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Page 30: Section 3 - Installation
These operating instructions are not intended as a substitute for training and experi- ence in proper use and safety procedures in operating this equipment. Marathon Equipment Co. does not assume responsibility for the installation pro- cedures of this equipment. Conformance to applicable local, state, and federal laws concerning installation rests with the customer. -
Page 31: Steel Installation Procedures
STEEL INSTALLATION PROCEDURES DOCK INSTALLATION If the appropriate accessories are ordered from Marathon Equipment Co., the com- pactor/container will be furnished with either a four-sided hopper or a three-sided hop- per with a hinged gate. THESE ACCESSORIES SHOULD NOT BE ALTERED AS THEY ARE MANUFACTURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THOSE STANDARDS WHICH PRE- VAIL AT THE TIME OF MANUFACTURE. -
Page 32: Electrical & Hydraulic Installation
3 INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL & HYDRAULIC INSTALLATION The motor control panel contains high voltage components. Only authorized service personnel should be allowed inside. See Lock-Out & Tag-Out instruc- tions in the maintenance 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"... - Page 33 3 INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL & HYDRAULIC INSTALLATION PUSHBUTTON OPERATOR STATION 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 build- ing), exercise care that these wires are reconnected as originally furnished.
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Page 34: Through-The-Wall Power Unit Installation
3 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 No. Quantity Description Hydraulic Hose, Hi-Pressure (sized to power unit*), 36” long Pipe, Sch 80 (sized to power unit*), 36”... -
Page 35: Section 4 - Hauler Information
4 HAULER INFORMATION HAULER INSTRUCTIONS - GENERAL Before hauling to the landfill: Disconnect all hoses and electrical connections (if applicable) between the power unit and the compactor. Make sure they are laid in an area where they will not get damaged. -
Page 36: Hauler Instructions - Door/Latch Operation
4 HAULER INFORMATION HAULER INSTRUCTIONS - DOOR/LATCH OPERATION CONTAINER LATCH ASSEMBLY ACTUATED BY RATCHET DOOR LATCH SIDE VIEW OF CONTAINER AUTO RELATCH SAFETY CHAIN - ALWAYS FASTEN CHAIN IN KEYHOLE WHEN DOOR IS RATCHET FOR OPENING AND CLOSING CLOSED. WHEN THE THE LATCH ASSEMBLY DOOR IS OPEN, SECURE THE CHAIN... - Page 37 4 HAULER INFORMATION HAULER INSTRUCTIONS - HYDRAULIC TAILGATE OPERATION (FOR OPTIONAL HT UNITS) The truck hoist must have a hydraulic selector valve with 1500 psi, min. to operate the hydraulic tailgate. The hydraulic tailgate is supplied with one 1/2” NPTF male quick dis- connect mounted on the drivers side of the unit.
- Page 38 4 HAULER INFORMATION HAULER INSTRUCTIONS - HYDRAULIC TAILGATE OPERATION (FOR OPTIONAL HT UNITS) WARNING NEVER PLACE ANY PART OF YOUR BODY BETWEEN THE TAILGATE AND THE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING MAINTENANCE BAR. 1. Lower tailgate approximately 24” between container bottom and compactor tailgate.
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Page 39: Hauler Instructions - Liquid Removal (For Optional Sl Units)
4 HAULER INFORMATION HAULER INSTRUCTIONS - LIQUID REMOVAL (FOR OPTIONAL SL UNITS) The Ram Jet Self-Contained Streamline compactor/containers are designed with an internal drain system for liquid removal, ported to each corner of the machine. The unit comes standard with one ball valve. This valve can be moved to any of the four drain outlets on the machine.
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