Multiquip MT65H - Manual (Page 11)

MT-65H — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #4 (06/30/05) — PAGE 11
Definition of Tamping Rammer
The Mikasa MT-65H tamping rammer is a powerful
compacting tool capable of applying a tremendous force in
consecutive impacts to a soil surface. Its applications include
soil compacting for road, embankments and reservoirs as
well as backfilling for gas pipelines, water pipelines and cable
installation work.
The impact force of the MT-65H levels and uniformly compacts
voids between soil particles to increase dry density.
Circular motion is converted to create impact force. The MT-
65H tamping rammer develops a powerful compacting force
at the foot of the rammer. To maintain optimum performance,
proper operation and service are essential.
Construction of Tamping Rammer
The Mikasa MT-65H is equipped with an air cooled, four-
cycle gasoline engine. Transmission of the power takes place
by increasing the engine speed to engage the centrifugal
clutch.
Rammer Gearbox and Spring Cylinder
The Mikasa MT-65H uses an oil bath lubrication system.
Always check the oil level through the oil level sight glass at
the rear of the tamper foot.
Controls
Before starting the MT-65H Tamping Rammer identify and
understand the function of the controls. See Figure 1 on
page 13.
MT-65H — GENERAL INFORMATION
Handle Operation CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION
Before starting operation check the lifting
handle to:
1. Make sure that there is no damage on the bolts.
2. Make sure that there is no crack or breakage on handle.
3. Make sure that there is no fissure on the surface. If there
is any abnormality or damage, replace with new one.
For operation:
This handle is to be used to lift up the shoe part of the machine
with the body laid down on the ground or truck bed.
1. Use proper lifting techniques to avoid back injury. This
handle is for manual lifting only.
2. Do not use this handle as a rammer lift point. Use the
lifting point on the top of the machine.
3. Do not move the rammer with the lifting handle and the
front rollers more than 16 feet (5 meters).