User Manuals: Vermeer McLaughlin VSK25 Vacuum Excavator

Manuals and User Guides for Vermeer McLaughlin VSK25 Vacuum Excavator. We have 1 Vermeer McLaughlin VSK25 Vacuum Excavator manual available for free PDF download: Operator And Maintenance Manual

Vermeer McLaughlin VSK25 Operator And Maintenance Manual (182 pages)

Vacuum Excavators

Brand: Vermeer | Category: Excavators | Size: 5 MB

Receiving and Delivery Report

9
- Delivery
  11
  - Machine
    11
- Dealer/Owner Information
  12
- Identification Numbers - Record
  13
- Table of Contents
  15
Safety Messages

19
- Safety Symbol Explanation
  19
- Fire Extinguisher
  25
Intended Use

27
System Controls

29
- Gauges
  29
- Indicators
  30
- Honda Engine Controls
  31
- Vanguard Engine Controls
  32
- Switches
  33
- Valves
  35
- Spoil Tank Safety Brace
  40
- Spoil Tank Lid Safety Lock Pin
  40
- Hose Reel
  41
- Arrow Board (Optional)
  42
- Lights
  43
Starting Procedure

45
- Starting the Engine
  45
  - Cold Weather Starting
    46
  - Jump-Starting
    47
    
    Battery Explosion/Burns - Avoid
    47
    
    Jump-Starting Procedure
    48
Shutdown Procedure

49
- Stopping the Machine
  49
Transporting the Machine

51
- Reporting Safety Defects
  51
- Towing Vehicle Selection
  52
- Trailer Breakaway Brake
  53
- Prepare Machine for Transport
  54
  - Vacuum Tools - Store for Transport
    54
  - Strong Arm Attachment - Store for Transport
    55
- Attach to Towing Vehicle
  56
- Disconnecting from the Towing Vehicle
  59
- Skid Units - Truck/Trailer Mounting
  60
  - Transport Vehicle Selection
    60
  - Truck
    60
  - Trailer
    60
  - Installation
    61
- Transporting/Storing Machine in Freezing Conditions
  62
Preparing Machine and Work Area

65
- Operator Qualifications
  65
- Personal Protective Equipment
  66
- Sound Levels
  68
- Prepare the Area
  68
  - Locate Buried Utilities
    69
  - Striking a Utility
    71
  - Electrocution Prevention
    73
  - Jobsite Assessment
    76
- Prepare the Machine
  78
  - Engine Fluids - Check
    78
  - Water Pump & Blower Oil Level - Check
    79
  - Fresh Water Tank(S) - Fill
    80
  - Water Strainer - Clean
    81
  - Vacuum Hoses and Tools - Check
    81
  - Filters - Check
    81
- Machine Location
  81
Operating the Vacuum Excavator

83
- Cold Weather Precautions
  83
- Operating Features
  83
  - Water Tank Low Level Sensor
    83
  - Spoil Tank Level Float Switch
    83
  - Pressure Relief Valve
    84
  - Vacuum Relief Valve
    84
- Vacuum Hoses and Tooling - Connect
  85
  - Potholing
    85
- Operating Instructions
  86
  - Operating Precautions
    87
  - Material Disposal
    88
  - Operation - Potholing
    88
  - Operation - Vacuum Excavation
    92
  - Reverse Flow (Option)
    94
  - Strong Arm Attachment (Option)
    96
- Dumping Spoil Tank
  97
  - Manual Locking Door (VSK25-100G Only)
    97
  - Hydraulic Locking Door (All Except VSK25-100G)
    101
- Machine - Clean
  104
  - Spoil Tank - Clean
    104
  - Cyclone Separator Housing - Clean
    106
  - Tools and Hoses - Clean
    107
  - Vacuum Gauge - Reset
    108
Maintenance

109
- Safety Signs - Maintain
  110
- Engine Maintenance
  110
- Hourmeter - Check for Maintenance Interval
  110
- Machine - Grease
  111
- Recommended Fluids
  111
- Water Pump Maintenance
  111
- Blower Maintenance
  111
- Maintenance Interval Chart
  112
Maintenance - 10 Service Hours or Daily

115
- Engine Maintenance
  115
  - Engine Maintenance - Honda
    115
  - Engine Maintenance - Briggs & Stratton Vanguard
    116
- Brake System - Check
  116
- Fluid Levels - Check
  117
  - Fuel Tank
    117
  - Water Pump & Blower Oil Level - Check
    118
- Machine - Clean
  119
- Pintle Hitch - Inspect
  120
- Tank Full Shutdown Switch - Check
  120
- Vacuum Hose and Water Hose - Check
  121
- Vacuum Air Filter - Check/Clean
  121
Maintenance - 20 Service Hours

123
- Engine Maintenance - Honda
  123
Maintenance - 50 Service Hours or Weekly

125
- Machine - Grease
  125
- Machine Components - Check/Clean
  128
- Pressures - Check
  129
- Water Pump Oil - Initial Change
  130
Maintenance - 100 Service Hours or Monthly

131
- Engine Maintenance - Honda
  131
- Engine Maintenance - Briggs & Stratton Vanguard
  131
- Blower Oil - Initial Change
  132
- Machine Components - Check/Maintain
  133
- Overall Machine - Check
  133
  - Safety Signs - Maintain
    134
- Amber Beacon - Check
  134
- Tires and Rims - Check
  135
Maintenance - 200 Service Hours

137
- Engine Maintenance - Honda
  137
- Battery Electrolyte Level and Terminals - Check
  138
Maintenance - 250 Service Hours

141
Maintenance - 300 Service Hours

145
- Engine Maintenance - Honda
  145
Maintenance - 400 Service Hours

147
- Blower Oil - Change
  149
- Water Pump Oil - Change
  150
Maintenance - 500 Service Hours or Twice Yearly

151
- Engine Maintenance - Honda
  151
Maintenance - 600 Service Hours or Twice Yearly

153
- Engine Maintenance - Briggs & Stratton Vanguard
  153
- Wheel Bearings - Grease
  153
- Belts - Inspect
  154
Maintenance - Additional Periodic

155
- 1000 Service Hours or Yearly
  155
  - Engine Maintenance - Honda
    155
  - Water Pump Service
    155
Maintenance - as Required

157
- Engine System - Check
  157
- Battery - Replace
  157
- Nozzles - Inspect/Clean/Replace
  158
- Lights - Replace
  159
- Belts - Tighten/Replace
  160
  - Sheaves - Inspect
    161
  - Belt Alignment - Check
    162
- Slip Hook - Replace
  163
- Towing Chain - Replace
  163
- Storage
  164
  - Preparing for Storage
    164
  - Storing Machine in Freezing Conditions
    164
  - Blower Corrosion Protection
    165
  - Removing from Storage
    166
Troubleshooting

167
- Engine System
  167
- Vacuum Excavator
  167
Specifications

169
- Lubricants
  169
- Machine Specifications
  171
  - Tires
    171
  - Capacities
    172
- Material Density Chart
  174
  - Variables Affecting Water Volume
    175
  - Antifreeze Dilution Chart
    175

Vermeer Categories

Chipper Construction Equipment Drill Lawn and Garden Equipment Cutter

More Vermeer Manuals

User Manuals: Vermeer McLaughlin VSK25 Vacuum Excavator

Vermeer McLaughlin VSK25 Operator And Maintenance Manual (182 pages)

Table of Contents

Receiving and Delivery Report

Safety Messages

Intended Use

System Controls

Starting Procedure

Shutdown Procedure

Transporting the Machine

Preparing Machine and Work Area

Operating the Vacuum Excavator

Maintenance

Maintenance - 10 Service Hours or Daily

Maintenance - 20 Service Hours

Maintenance - 50 Service Hours or Weekly

Maintenance - 100 Service Hours or Monthly

Maintenance - 200 Service Hours

Maintenance - 250 Service Hours

Maintenance - 300 Service Hours

Maintenance - 400 Service Hours

Maintenance - 500 Service Hours or Twice Yearly

Maintenance - 600 Service Hours or Twice Yearly

Maintenance - Additional Periodic

Maintenance - as Required

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Related Products

Vermeer Categories