Compaction ratios ranged from a high of 6:1 to a low of 2:1. New Pig's Product Development Team has designed the following features to insure safe operation: an improved ram guard completely encloses the top of the drum and drum door interlocks prevent access during operation.
Section I - Electric Compactors 1 Setup Instructions 1) Remove PIG Waste Compactor from pallet and place on floor. ® 2) If desired, permanently mount the compactor to the floor using the pre-drilled holes in the base. Up to 1/2" floor anchors can be used. Floor anchoring not required for operation (anchors not included).
2 Operating Instructions Always wear the proper safety equipment when operating this unit. 1) Open safety cover. 2) Tilt unit back with drum in place to facilitate loading. 3) Return to upright locked position and close safety cover.
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4) Move directional lever on electric pump to the down position and depress operation button to compact. Continue to compact until the pump stops (reaching maximum pressure). 5) To raise the ram, release button to stop, move directional lever on electric pump to the up position and depress operation button.
Product Data Sheet Item# DRM652 / 7848 • PIG ® Electric Compactor DESCRIPTION- An electric operated compaction device used to increase the amount of waste that can fit into a disposal drum. Packaging: 1 Box/Pallet Color: Black/Yellow Weight: 506 lbs.
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Item # DRM652 / 7848 Page 2 FEATURES/BENEFITS (Continued) • Automatic shut off / Unit will only run when the button is depressed. • Raised steel base plate under drum / Prevents the bottom of the drum from bowing under the pressure of compaction.
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Product Data Sheet Item# DRM653 / 7849 • PIG ® Electric Compactor With Waste Pump DESCRIPTION- An electric operated compaction device used to increase the amount of waste that can fit into a disposal drum. Includes a waste pump that allows removal of free standing liquids from the compaction process.
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Item # DRM653 / 7849 Page 2 FEATURES/BENEFITS (Continued) • Corrosion and chemically resistant / No metal parts coming in contact with liquids being pumped. • Tilt back frame / Allows drum to be filled with materials without having to move drum away from compactor.
5 Parts List ELECTRIC COMPACTOR(S) PARTS LIST Item Part Description DRM652/7848 DRM653/7849 Quantity Quantity 150123A Base Plate Locating Ring 150123-7 Steel Round Disc 600018 Pump Mount Plate 150134 Bottom Stop Plate 150136 Locating Pin 150138 Latch Cover 150141 Hinge Pin 600017 Electric Mounting Box 150137...
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Item Part Description DRM652/7848 DRM653/7849 Quantity Quantity P1105 0.055" Compression Spring F1048 #10-32UNF X 3/8" Button Head Screw F1204 1/4" X 1/4" with #10-32 UNF Thread F1347 5/16"-18UNC X 3/4" Carriage Bolt P1015 Hydraulic Cylinder (18" CRSS) F1468 3/8"-16UNC X 3/4" Carriage Bolt F1922 3/8"...
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Item Part Description DRM652/7848 DRM653/7849 Quantity Quantity F1053 #10-24UNC Star Lock Hex Head Nut F1704 Internal Star Lock Washer F1036 #8-32UNC X 1 1/2" Slotted Head Machine Screw F1057 #10-32UNF X 3/8" Hex Head Green Ground Screw F1035 #8 External Star Lock Washer P1024 4 X 2 Electrical Box F1069...
8 Preventative Maintenance 1) Check hydraulic oil level. Should be approximately 1" from top of filler hole. Use a general purpose medium weight hydraulic fluid. New Pig Item# DRM673 2) Check for loose nuts, bolts and pins. 3) Check Ram Plate to insure that it is secure to the hydraulic cylinder shaft. Run unit empty to full extension of the hydraulic cylinder.
Section II - Air Compactors 1 Setup Instructions 1) Remove PIG ® Waste Compactor from pallet and place on floor. 2) If desired, permanently mount the compactor to the floor using the pre-drilled holes in the base. Up to 1/2" floor anchors can be used. Floor anchoring not required for operation (anchors not included).
2 Operating Instructions Always wear the proper safety equipment when operating this unit. 1) Open safety cover. 2) Tilt unit back with drum in place to facilitate loading. 3) Return to upright locked position and close safety cover.
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4) Move directional lever on air hydraulic pump to the down position and depress operation button to compact. Continue to compact until the pump stops (reaching maximum pressure). 5) To raise the ram, release button to stop, move directional lever on air hydraulic pump to the up position and depress operation button.
Product Data Sheet Item# DRM654 / 7850 • PIG ® Compactor - Air DESCRIPTION - An air-driven hydraulic compaction device used to increase the amount of waste that can fit into a disposal drum. Packaging: 1 Box/Pallet Color: Black/Yellow Weight: 506 lbs.
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Item # DRM654 / 7850 Page 2 FEATURES/BENEFITS (Continued) • Drain holes in the ram plate / Allows liquid collected on the top of the ram plate to drain back into the drum when the plate is lifted. • Retaining pin / Keeps drum located and secure underneath ram. •...
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Product Data Sheet Item# DRM655 / 7851 · PIG ® Spark-Resistant Compactor DESCRIPTION - An air operated, spark-resistant compaction device used to reduce waste to a fraction of its original volume. Packaging: 1 Box/Pallet Color: Black/Silver Weight: 486 lbs. # Per Pallet: 1 Dimensions: Overall - 31 1/2”...
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Item # DRM655 / 7851 Page 2 FEATURES/BENEFITS (Continued) • Tilt back frame / Allows drum to be filled with materials without having to move drum away from compactor. • Raised aluminum base plate / Centers the drum under the ram plus it prevents the bottom of the drum from bowing under compaction force.
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Product Data Sheet Item# DRM656 / 7852 · PIG ® Spark-Resistant Compactor With Waste Pump DESCRIPTION - An air operated, spark-resistant compaction device used to reduce waste to a fraction of its original volume. Packaging: 1 Box/Pallet Color: Black/Silver Weight: 524 lbs.
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Item # DRM656 / 7852 Page 2 FEATURES/BENEFITS (Continued) • "Ram guard" covers the top of drum / Prevents any possible hand injuries. • Microswitch prevents use of compactor until cover is shut. • Safety interlock / Compactor will not run unless frame is locked into the upright position. •...
5 Parts List AIR OPERATED COMPACTOR(S) PART LIST Item Part Description DRM654/7850 DRM655/7851 DRM656/7852 Quantity Quantity Quantity 150123A Base Plate Locating Ring 150123-7 Steel Round Disc 150141 Hinge Pin 150134 Bottom Stop Plate 150137 Top Stop Plate 150135 Pump Mount Bracket 150138 Latch Cover 150136...
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Item Part Description DRM654/7850 DRM655/7851 DRM656/7852 Quantity Quantity Quantity F1200 1/4" Star Lock Washer F1196 1/4" I.D. X 1" O.D. Flat Washer 155186 Garloc Bushing 214C Air Valve 1169X4S Male Swivel Elbow F1032 #8-32UNC X 1" Slotted Head Machine Screw F1031 #8-32UNC Hex Head Nut with Star Lock Washer F1923...
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Item Part Description DRM654/7850 DRM655/7851 DRM656/7852 Quantity Quantity Quantity F1220 1/4"-20UNC X 1" Brass Flat Countersink Allen Head P1088 1/2"Male Nipple with 1/2" Hose Barb P1089 1/2" Female Nipple with 1/2" Hose Barb P1086 Pump Model 66056-2A4 P1093 1/2" X 90 Degree Elbow (Brass) P1094 1/2"...
3) Check hydraulic oil level. Should be approximately 1" from top of filler hole. Use a general purpose medium weight hydraulic fluid. New Pig Item # DRM673 4) Check for loose nuts, bolts and pins. 5) Check Ram Plate to insure that it is secure to the hydraulic cylinder shaft. Run unit empty to full extension of the hydraulic cylinder.
8 Trouble Shooting Guide Hydraulic pump runs, but ram will not move. • Low air pressure - Air pressure should be between 80 PSI and 120 PSI. • Hydraulic fluid is low - Use a medium weight hydraulic fluid and fill to within 1" of the top of filler hole with the ram in the up position.
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