Safety precautions should be followed at all times when operating
this equipment. Failure to read and understand the Safety
Messages and Operating Instructions could result in injury to
yourself and others.
HAZARD SYMBOLS
NOTE
This Owner's Manual has been developed to provide
complete instructions for the safe and efficient operations
of the MQ Mikasa MT55-F Tamping Rammer. Refer to
the engine manufacturers instructions for data relative
to its safe operation.
Before using this Tamping Rammer, ensure that the
operating individual has read and understands all
instructions in this manual.
SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
The three (3) Safety Messages shown below will inform you
about potential hazards that could injure you or others. The
Safety Messages specifically address the level of exposure to
the operator, and are preceded by one of three words: DANGER,
Lethal Exhaust Gases
Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous
carbon monoxide. This gas is colorless and
odorless, and can cause death if inhaled.
NEVER operate this equipment in a confined
area or enclosed structure that does not
provide ample free flow air.
Explosive Fuel
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and its
vapors can cause an explosion if ignited. DONOT start the engine near spilled fuel or
combustible fluids. DO NOT fill the fuel tank
while the engine is running or hot. DO NOT
overfill tank, since spilled fuel could ignite if it
comes into contact with hot engine parts or
sparks from the ignition system. Store fuel in
approved containers, in well-ventilated areas
and away from sparks and flames. NEVER
use fuel as a cleaning agent.
DANGER: You WILL be KILLED or
SERIOUSLY injured if you do not follow
directions.
WARNING: Yo u CAN be KILLED or
SERIOUSLY injured if you do not follow
directions.
CAUTION: You CAN be injured if you
Potential hazards associated with operation of the rammer will
be referenced with Hazard Symbols which appear throughout
this manual, and will be referenced in conjunction with Safety
Message Alert Symbols.
Burn Hazards
Engine components can generate extreme heat.
To prevent burns, DO NOT touch these areas
while the engine is running or immediately after
operations. Never operate the engine with heat
shields or heat guards removed.
position, disconnect the spark plug lead before
servicing the engine or equipment. Ground
the lead to prevent sparks that could ignite a
fire.
Sight and Hearing hazard
ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing
protection.
Respiratory Hazard
ALWAYS wear approved respiratory
protection.
Equipment Damage Messages
Other important messages are provided throughout this manual
to help prevent damage to your concrete saw, other property, or
the surrounding environment.
NOTE
This
tamping rammer
property, or the surrounding
environment could be damaged
if you do not follow instructions.
Failure to follow instructions in this manual
may lead to serious injury or even death!
This equipment is to be operated by trained
and qualified personnel only! This
equipment is for industrial use only.
The following safety guidelines should always be used when
operating the MT55-F Tamping Rammer:
GENERAL SAFETY
■
DO NOT operate or service this equipment before
reading this entire manual.
■
This equipment should not be operated by
persons under 18 years of age.
■
NEVER operate this equipment without proper
protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, steeltoed boots and other protective devices required
by the job.
■
NEVER operate this equipment when not
feeling well due to fatigue, illness or taking
medicine.
■
NEVER operate this equipment under the
influence or drugs or alcohol.
■
ALWAYS check the machine for loosened threads or bolts
before starting.
NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not
recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to
the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
■
NEVER touch the hot exhaust
manifold, muffler or cylinder. Allow
these parts to cool before servicing
engine or rammer.
■
High Temperatures– Allow the engine to cool before adding
fuel or performing service and maintenance functions. Contact
hot
with
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The engine section of this rammer requires an adequate free
flow of cooling air. NEVER
operate the rammer in any
enclosed or narrow area
where free flow of the air is
restricted. If the air flow is
restricted it will cause
serious damage to the
rammer or engine and
may cause injury to
people. Remember the
rammer's engine gives off
DEADLY
■
ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks
and open flames.
■
ALWAYS use extreme caution when working with flammable
liquids. When refueling, stop the engine and allow it to cool.
DO NOT
could result from fuel vapors, or if fuel is spilled on a hot
engine.
components can cause serious burns.
carbon monoxide gas.
smoke around or near the machine. Fire or explosion
■
ALWAYS wear proper respiratory (mask), hearing and eye
protection equipment when operating the rammer.
■
Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
safety decals when they become difficult read.
■
Manufacture does not assume responsibility for any accident
due to equipment modifications.
The Mikasa MT55-F 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 MT55-F levels and uniformly
compacts voids between soil particles to increase dry density.
Circular motion is converted to create impact force. The
MT55-F 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 MT55-F is equipped with an air cooled, two 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 MT55-F 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 MT55-F Tamping Rammer identify and
understand the function of the controls, see Figure 1 on
page 13.
Figure 1 shows the location of the controls and components
for the MT55-F Tamping Rammer. The functions of each
control is described below:
1.Throttle Lever – Used to adjust engine speed (rpm). Move
lever forward
back toward operator
(SLOW)
to reduce engine speed, move lever
(FAST
) to increase speed.
2.Fuel Shut-Off Valve – Supplies fuel from the fuel tank to
the engine. To begin fuel flow move the fuel shut-off valve
downward.
3.Oil Bath Fill Plug – Open this plug to add oil to the oil
bath reservoir.
4.Drain Valve – Open this valve to remove oil from the
8.Fuel Tank/Cap – Remove this cap to add unleaded gaso-
line to the fuel tank. Make sure cap is tightened securely. DO
NOT over fill.
WARNING
Adding fuel to the tank should be accomplished only
when the engine is stopped and has had an
opportunity to
DO NOT attempt to start the engine until the fuel
residue has been completely wiped up, and the area surrounding
the engine is dry.
cool down.
In the event of a fuel spill,
9.Bellows – Reservoir for oil bath.
bellows.
5.Primary Air Cleaner – Pre-cleans (first stage) dirt and
10. Handle – To operate rammer
firmly on both sides.
GRIP
handle assembly
other debris from entering the engine.
11. Nameplate – Displays information regarding the rammer.
6.Foot– Laminated wood with tempered steel plate for
L1. A Returned Material Authorization must be approved by Multiquip prior to shipment. A copy of the Authorization must
accompany the shipment to the designated Warehouse. A copy of the original Multiquip invoice to the customer must
superior shock absorption.
also accompany the shipment.
7.Oil Level Sight Glass – Indicates the level of oil in the oil
bath reservoir.
12. Engine Air Cleaner – Prevents dirt (second stage) and
The engine (Figure 2) must be checked for proper lubrication and
filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to the manufacturers Engine
manual for instructions & details of operation and servicing.
1.Secondary Air Cleaner – Prevents dirt and other debris
from entering the fuel system. Remove wing-nut on top of
air filter cannister to gain access to filter element.
2.Choke Lever –Used when starting the engine. Normally
used in cold weather conditions. In cold weather turn the
choke lever to the fully closed position, in warm weather
set choke lever half way or completely open.
3.Spark Plug – Provides spark to the ignition system. Set
spark plug gap to 0.02 - 0.03 inch (0.6 - 0.7 mm). Clean
spark plug once a week.
4.Engine ON/OFF Switch – Controls the starting and
stopping of the engine. Switch must be in the "ON" position
when starting the engine.
NOTE
Operating the engine
without an air filter, with
a damaged air filter, or
a filter in need of
replacement will allow
dirt to enter the engine,
causing rapid engine
wear.
This section is intended to assist the operator with the initial
start-up of the MT55-F Tamping Rammer. It extremely important
that this section be read carefully before attempting to operate
the rammer.
DO NOT use your rammer until this section is thoroughly
understood.
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:CAUTION:
Failure to understand the operation of the MT55F Tamping Rammer could result in severe
damage to the trowel or personal injury.
Rammer Gearbox and Spring Cylinder Oil Bath
This unit uses an oil bath lubrication system. Perform the following:
1.Check the oil level through the oil level sight glass (Figure 3)
at the rear of the tamper foot.
Fuel
1.Fill the fuel tank (Figure 4) with unleaded gasoline. DO NOT
overfill, wipe up spilled fuel immediately.
Engine Oil Check
1.To check the engine oil level, place the rammer on secure
level ground with the engine stopped.
Figure 4. Fuel Tank
2.Remove the filler cap/dipstick from the engine oil filler hole
(Figure 5) and wipe it clean.
Figure 3. Foot Housing Sight Glass
2.If oil is not visible, add 10W-30 SE, SF or higher grade motor
oil into the oil fill plug opening (Figure 3). The bath contains
approximately 1.0 pints (520 cc.)
NOTE
The oil level should be
kept at the half way
point of the sight glass.
3.Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler
neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
4.If the oil level is low (Figure 6), fill to the edge of the oil filler
hole with the recommended oil type (Table 3). Maximum oil
capacity is .079 gallons (0.3 liters)
4.In cold weather, start the unit with choke lever "Fully
Closed"(Figure 10). In warm weather or when the engine is
warm, the unit can be started with choke halfway or com-
open
pletely
.
MT55-F — OPERATION
Figure 11. Recoil Starter
6.If engine fails to start, move the choke lever (Figure 10) to the
half open position to avoid flooding.
7.Repeat steps 1 thru 6.
8.If the engine does not start after repeated attempts,
check the spark plug for excess fuel. Clean and replace
the spark plug as needed.
Operation
1.To start the rammer tamping action, move the throttle lever
(Figure 12)
position . DO NOT move the throttle lever slowly as this may
cause damage to the clutch or spring.
Figure 10. Choke Lever (Closed)
5.Grip the recoil starter (Figure 11) handle and pull it until you
feel a slight resistance. Then pull sharply and quickly. Return
the recoil starter handle to the starter case before releasing.
Make sure that the throttle lever is moved to the
FULL OPEN position. Operating the rammer at
less than full speeds can result in damage to
the clutch springs or foot
2.The MT55-F Tamping rammer is designed to run at 3,600
rpm. At optimum rpm the foot hits at the rate between 600 ~
695 impacts per minute. Increasing throttle speed past
factory set rpm does not increase impacts and may damage
unit. The MT55-F is designed to advance while tamping. For
faster advance, pull back slightly on the handle so that rear
of foot cont acts soil first.
MT55-F — OPERATION
2.After the engine
“OFF” position (Figure 14).
Figure 14. ON/OFF Switch (Off Position)
2.Close the
cock lever to the CLOSED position.
cools
, turn the engine start/stop switch to the
fuel shut- off valve
(Figure 15) by moving the fuel
Figure 13. Throttle Lever (Idle)
Stopping The Engine
Normal Shutdown
1.Move throttle lever quickly from the FULL OPEN to IDLE
position (Figure 13) and run the engine for three minutes at
low speed.
1.Move the throttle lever quickly to the
the engine start/stop switch to the
valve lever to the
CLOSED
position.
IDLE
position, and turn
OFF
position. Turn fuel
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Maintenance
MT55-F — MAINTENANCE
Perform the scheduled maintenance procedures as indicated:
DAILY
■
Thoroughly remove dirt and oil from the engine and control
area. Clean or replace the air cleaner elements as necessary.
Check and retighten all fasteners as necessary. Check the
spring box and bellows for oil leaks. Repair or replace as
needed.
WEEKLY
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Remove the fuel filter cap and clean the inside of the fuel
tank.
■
Remove or clean the filter at the bottom of the tank.
■
Remove and clean the spark plug, then adjust the spark gap
to 0.02~0.03 inch (0.6~0.7 mm). This unit has electronic
ignition, which requires no adjustments.
■
Clean air cleaner cover.
200 - 300 HOURS (Pre-Cleaner)
■
Remove the element from the pre-cleaner (Figure 16) at the
top of the crankcase (body side) and clean it with cleaning oil
(kerosene).
■
Tap the paper filter element (Figure 17 ) several times on a
hard surface to remove dirt, or blow compressed air [not
exceeding 30 psi (207 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
element from the air cleaner case side.
Brushing will force dirt into the fibers. Replace the paper filter
element if it is excessively dirty.
200 - 300 HOURS (Oil Bath)
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Drain oil reservoir on foot housing (Figure 18). Refill with
approximately 1.0 pt. (520 cc.) of 10W-30 SE, SF or higher
grade motor oil. Oil should be midway in sight glass. Break in
oil should be changed after first 50 hours.
PAPER
ELEMENT
GRAY OUTER
FOAM ELEMENT
CLEAN WITH
KEROSENE
CLEAN WITH
COMPRESSED
AIR
Figure 17. Engine Air Cleaner
2
)] through the filter
NEVER
brush off dirt.
Figure 16. Primary Air Filter
■
Lubricate the top element (yellow) with 2~5 cc of engine oil
SAE-30.
■
Lubricate bottom element (gray) with 7~9 cc of engine oil
SAE-30 and completely squeeze out the excess oil from the
element before installing.
■
The air cleaner (Figure 17 ) on the engine side will hardly be
contaminated, if it is, clean the outer foam gray element with
cleaning solvent. Tightly squeeze outer foam element to
remove any excess solvent before re-installing.
All parts orders will be shipped collect or
prepaid with the charges added to the invoice.
All shipments are F.O.B. point of origin.
Multiquip’s responsibility ceases when a signed
manifest has been obtained from the carrier,
and any claim for shortage or damage must be
settled between the consignee and the carrier.
MINIMUM ORDER
The minimum charge for orders from Multiquip
is $15.00 net. Customers will be asked for
instructions regarding handling of orders not
meeting this requirement.
RETURNED GOODS POLICY
Return shipments will be accepted and credit
will be allowed, subject to the following
provisions:
1.A Returned Material Authorization must
be approved by Multiquip prior to shipment.
2.To obtain a Return Mater ial Authorization,
a list must be provided to Multiquip Parts
Sales that defines item numbers,
quantities, and descriptions of the items to
be returned.
a.The parts numbers and descriptions
must match the current parts price
list.
b.The list must be typed or computer
generated.
c.The list must state the reason(s) for
the return.
d.The list must reference the sales
order(s) or invoice(s) under which
the items were originally purchased.
e.The list must include the name and
phone number of the person
requesting the RMA.
3.A copy of the Return Material
Authorization must accompany the return
shipment.
4.Freight is at the sender’s expense. All
5.Parts must be in new and resalable
6.The following items are not returnable:
7.The sender will be notified of any material
8.Such material will be held for 5 working
9.Credit on returned parts will be issued at
10. In cases where an item is accepted for
11. Credit issued will be applied to future
PRICING AND REBATES
parts must be returned freight prepaid to
Multiquip’s designated receiving point.
condition, in the original Multiquip package
(if any), and with Muiltiquip part numbers
clearly marked.
a.Obsolete parts. (If an item is listed
in the parts price book as being
replaced by another item, it is
obsolete.)
b.Any parts with a limited shelf life
(such as gaskets, seals, “O” rings,
and other rubber parts) that were
purchased more than six months
prior to the return date.
c.Any line item with an extended dealer
net price of less than $5.00.
d.Special order items.
e.Electrical components.
f.Paint, chemicals, and lubricants.
g.Decals and paper products.
h.Items purchased in kits.
received that is not acceptable.
days from notification, pending
instructions. If a reply is not received
within 5 days, the material will be returned
to the sender at his expense.
dealer net price at time of the original
purchase, less a 15% restocking charge.
which the original purchase document
can not be determined, the price will be
based on the list price that was effective
twelve months prior to the RMA date.
purchases only.
Prices are subject to change without prior
notice. Price changes are effective on a specific
date and all orders received on or after that date
will be billed at the revised price. Rebates for
price declines and added charges for price
increases will not be made for stock on hand at
the time of any price change.
Multiquip reserves the right to quote and sell
direct to Government agencies, and to Original
Equipment Manufacturer accounts who use
our products as integral parts of their own
products.
SPECIAL EXPEDITING SERVICE
A $20.00 to $50.00 surcharge will be added to
the invoice for special handling including bus
shipments, insured parcel post or in cases
where Multiquip must personally deliver the
parts to the carrier.
LIMITATIONS OF SELLER’S LIABILITY
Multiquip shall not be liable here under for
damages in excess of the purchase price of the
item with respect to which damages are claimed,
and in no event shall Multiquip be liable for loss
of profit or good will or for any other special,
consequential or incidental damages.
LIMITATION OF WARRANTIES
No warranties, express or implied, are made in
connection with the sale of parts or trade
accessories nor as to any engine not
manufactured by Multiquip. Such warranties
made in connection with the sale of new,
complete units are made exclusively by a
statement of warranty packaged with such
units, and Multiquip neither assumes not
authorizes any person to assume for it any
other obligation or liability whatever in
connection with the sale of its products. A part
from such written statement of warranty, there
are no warranties, express, implied or statutory,
which extend beyond the description of the
products on the face hereof.