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TA54
HYDRAULIC TAMPER
USER MANUAL
Safety, Operation and Maintenance
© 2014 STANLEY Black & Decker, Inc.
New Britain, CT 06053
U.S.A.
62288 8/2018 Ver. 15
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY SYMBOLS .................................................................................................................................................4
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................................................................................5
TOOL STICKERS & TAGS ...................................................................................................................................... 6
HOSE TYPES ..........................................................................................................................................................7
HOSE RECOMMENDATIONS ................................................................................................................................ 8
HTMA / EHTMA REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................................9
OPERATION ..........................................................................................................................................................10
TOOL PROTECTION & CARE .............................................................................................................................. 11
TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................................................................................................................................12
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................................14
ACCESSORIES .....................................................................................................................................................14
SERVICE TOOLS ..................................................................................................................................................14
TA54 PARTS ILLUSTRATION ............................................................................................................................... 15
TA54 PARTS LIST ..................................................................................................................................................16
To ll out a product warranty validation form, and for information on your warranty,
visit www.stanleyinfrastructure.com and select the Company tab > Warranty.
Note: The warranty validation record must be submitted to validate the warranty.
SERVICING: This manual contains safety, operation and routine maintenance instructions. STANLEY Infrastructure
recommends that servicing of hydraulic tools, other than routine maintenance, must be performed by an authorized
and certied dealer. Please read the following warning.
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH COULD RESULT FROM THE IMPROPER REPAIR OR
SERVICE OF THIS TOOL.
REPAIRS AND / OR SERVICE TO THIS TOOL MUST ONLY BE DONE BY AN
AUTHORIZED AND CERTIFIED DEALER.
For the nearest certied dealer, call STANLEY Infrastructure at (503) 659-5660 and ask for a Customer Service Representative.
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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Safety symbols and signal words, as shown below, are used to emphasize all operator, maintenance and repair
actions which, if not strictly followed, could result in a life-threatening situation, bodily injury or damage to equipment.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
This safety alert and signal word indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
This safety alert and signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
This safety alert and signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in property damage.
This signal word indicates a situation which, if not avoided, will result in damage
to the equipment.
This signal word indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage
to the equipment.
Always observe safety symbols. They are included for your safety and for the protection of the tool.
LOCAL SAFETY REGULATIONS
Enter any local safety regulations here. Keep these instructions in an area accessible to the operator and
maintenance personnel.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Tool operators and maintenance personnel must comply
with the safety precautions given in this manual and on
the stickers and tags attached to the tool and hose.
These precautions are given for your safety. Review
them carefully before operating the tool and before
performing general maintenance or repairs.
Supervising personnel should develop additional
precautions relating to the specic work area and local
safety regulations. Place the added precautions in the
space provided in this manual.
The TA54 Hydraulic Tamper will provide safe and
dependable service if operated in accordance with the
instructions given in this manual. Read and understand
this manual and any stickers and tags attached to the
tool and hoses before operation. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
• Operator must start in a work area without
bystanders. The operator must be familiar with all
prohibited work areas such as excessive slopes and
dangerous terrain conditions.
• Establish a training program for all operators to
ensure safe operation.
• Do not operate the tool unless thoroughly trained or
under the supervision of an instructor.
• Always wear safety equipment such as goggles, ear,
head protection and safety shoes at all times when
operating the tool. Never wear loose clothing that
can get entangled in the working parts of the tool.
• Do not inspect or clean the tool while the hydraulic
power source is connected. Accidental engagement
of the tool can cause serious injury.
• Supply hoses must have a minimum working
pressure rating of 2500 psi/175 bar.
• Be sure all hose connections are tight.
• The hydraulic circuit control valve must be in the
OFF position when coupling or uncoupling the tool.
Wipe all couplers clean before connecting. Use only
lint-free cloths. Failure to do so may result in damage
to the quick couplers and cause overheating of the
hydraulic system.
• Do not operate the tool at oil temperatures above
140 °F/60 °C. Operation at higher oil temperatures
can cause operator discomfort and may damage the
tool.
• Do not operate a damaged, improperly adjusted or
incompletely assembled tool.
• Know the location of buried or covered services
before starting your work.
• To avoid personal injury or equipment damage,
all tool repair, maintenance and service must only
be performed by authorized and properly trained
personnel.
• Do not exceed the rated limits of the tool or use the
tool for applications beyond its design capacity.
• Always keep critical tool markings, such as labels
and warning stickers, legible.
• Always replace parts with replacement parts
recommended by STANLEY.
• Without the use of non-conductive accessories,
this tool is not for use near energized lines. Failure
to comply with this warning could result in serious
personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Maintain proper footing and
balance at all times.
• Use care when handling the tamper. Do not carry
the tool by the hoses.
• WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement
and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to lter out microscopic particles.
Protect yourself and those around you. Research
and understand the materials you are cutting.
Follow correct safety procedures and comply with
all applicable national, state or provisional health
and safety regulations relating to them, including,
if appropriate arranging for the safe disposal of the
materials by a qualied person.
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03783
GPM Sticker 3–9 2000 PSI
TOOL STICKERS & TAGS
74707
Stanley Logo Decal
74699
TA54 Name Tag
NOTE:
THE INFORMATION LISTED
ON THE STICKERS SHOWN,
MUST BE LEGIBLE AT ALL
TIMES.
REPLACE DECALS IF
THEY BECOME WORN OR
DAMAGED. REPLACEMENTS
ARE AVAILABLE FROM
YOUR LOCAL STANLEY
DISTRIBUTOR.
The safety tag (P/N 15875) at right is
attached to the tool when shipped from
the factory. Read and understand the
safety instructions listed on this tag before
removal. We suggest you retain this tag and
attach it to the tool when not in use.
1. FAILURE TO USE HYDRAULIC HOSE LABELED AND CERTIFIED AS NON-CONDUCTIVE WHEN USING HYDRAULIC
TOOLS ON OR NEAR ELECTRICAL LINES MAY RESULT IN
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
BEFORE USING HOSE LABELED AND CERTIFIED AS NON-
CONDUCTIVE ON OR NEAR ELECTRIC LINES BE SURE THE
HOSE IS MAINTAINED AS NON-CONDUCTIVE. THE HOSE
SHOULD BE REGULARLY TESTED FOR ELECTRIC CURRENT LEAKAGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR SAFETY
DEPARTMENT INSTRUCTIONS.
2. A HYDRAULIC LEAK OR BURST MAY CAUSE OIL INJECTION INTO THE BODY OR CAUSE OTHER SEVERE
PERSONAL INJURY.
A. DO NOT EXCEED SPECIFIED FLOW AND PRESSURE
FOR THIS TOOL. EXCESS FLOW OR PRESSURE MAY
CAUSE A LEAK OR BURST.
B. DO NOT EXCEED RATED WORKING PRESSURE OF
HYDRAULIC HOSE USED WITH THIS TOOL. EXCESS
PRESSURE MAY CAUSE A LEAK OR BURST.
C. CHECK TOOL HOSE COUPLERS AND CONNECTORS
DAILY FOR LEAKS. DO NOT FEEL FOR LEAKS WITH
YOUR HANDS. CONTACT WITH A LEAK MAY RESULT
IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY.
IMPORTANT
READ OPERATION MANUAL AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS
TOOL BEFORE USING IT.
USE ONLY PARTS AND REPAIR
PROCEDURES APPROVED BY
STANLEY AND DESCRIBED IN THE
OPERATION MANUAL.
TAG TO BE REMOVED ONLY BY
TOOL OPERATOR.
SEE OTHER SIDE
DANGERDANGER
D. DO NOT LIFT OR CARRY TOOL BY THE HOSES. DO
NOT ABUSE HOSE. DO NOT USE KINKED, TORN OR
DAMAGED HOSE.
3. MAKE SURE HYDRAULIC HOSES ARE PROPERLY CONNECTED TO THE TOOL BEFORE PRESSURING SYSTEM.
SYSTEM PRESSURE HOSE MUST ALWAYS BE CONNECTED TO TOOL “IN” PORT. SYSTEM RETURN HOSE
MUST ALWAYS BE CONNECTED TO TOOL “OUT” PORT.
REVERSING CONNECTIONS MAY CAUSE REVERSE
TOOL OPERATION WHICH CAN RESULT IN SEVERE
PERSONAL INJURY.
4. DO NOT CONNECT OPEN-CENTER TOOLS TO CLOSEDCENTER HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS. THIS MAY RESULT IN
LOSS OF OTHER HYDRAULIC FUNCTIONS POWERED BY
THE SAME SYSTEM AND/OR SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY.
5. BYSTANDERS MAY BE INJURED IN YOUR WORK AREA.
KEEP BYSTANDERS CLEAR OF YOUR WORK AREA.
6. WEAR HEARING, EYE, FOOT, HAND AND HEAD PROTECTION.
7. TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE,
ALL TOOL REPAIR MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE MUST
ONLY BE PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED AND PROPERLY
TRAINED PERSONNEL.
IMPORTANT
READ OPERATION MANUAL AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS
TOOL BEFORE USING IT.
USE ONLY PARTS AND REPAIR
PROCEDURES APPROVED BY
STANLEY AND DESCRIBED IN THE
OPERATION MANUAL.
TAG TO BE REMOVED ONLY BY
TOOL OPERATOR.
SEE OTHER SIDE
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SAFETY TAG P/N 15875 (Shown smaller then actual size)
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HOSE TYPES
The rated working pressure of the hydraulic hose must be equal to or higher than the relief valve setting on the
hydraulic system. There are three types of hydraulic hose that meet this requirement and are authorized for use with
STANLEY hydraulic tools. They are:
Certi ed non-conductive — constructed of thermoplastic or synthetic rubber inner tube, synthetic ber braid
reinforcement, and weather resistant thermoplastic or synthetic rubber cover. Hose labeled certifi ed non-
conductive is the only hose authorized for use near electrical conductors.
Wire-braided (conductive) — constructed of synthetic rubber inner tube, single or double wire braid
reinforcement, and weather resistant synthetic rubber cover. This hose is conductive and must never be used
near electrical conductors.
Fabric-braided (not certi ed or labeled non-conductive) — constructed of thermoplastic or synthetic rubber
inner tube, synthetic ber braid reinforcement, and weather resistant thermoplastic or synthetic rubber cover.
This hose is not certifi ed non-conductive and must never be used near electrical conductors.
HOSE SAFETY TAGS
To help ensure your safety, the following DANGER tags are attached to all hose purchased from STANLEY. DO
NOT REMOVE THESE TAGS.
If the information on a tag is illegible because of wear or damage, replace the tag immediately. A new tag may be
obtained from your STANLEY Distributor.
THE TAG SHOWN BELOW IS ATTACHED TO “CERTIFIED NON-CONDUCTIVE” HOSE
DANGER
1. FAILURE TO USE HYDRAULIC HOSE LABELED AND CERTIFIED AS NON-CONDUCTIVE
WHEN USING HYDRAULIC TOOLS ON OR NEAR ELECTRIC LINES MAY RESULT IN
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
FOR PROPER AND SAFE OPERATION MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE BEEN PROPERLY
TRAINED IN CORRECT PROCEDURES REQUIRED FOR WORK ON OR AROUND
ELECTRIC LINES.
2. BEFORE USING HYDRAULIC HOSE LABELED AND CERTIFIED AS NON-CONDUCTIVE
ON OR NEAR ELECTRIC LINES. WIPE THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF THE HOSE AND FITTING
WITH A CLEAN DRY ABSORBENT CLOTH TO REMOVE DIRT AND MOISTURE AND TEST
HOSE FOR MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE CURRENT LEAKAGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SAFETY
DEPARTMENT INSTRUCTIONS.
DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG
SEE OTHER SIDE
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3. DO NOT EXCEED HOSE WORKING PRESSURE OR ABUSE HOSE. IMPROPER USE
OR HANDLING OF HOSE COULD RESULT IN BURST OR OTHER HOSE FAILURE.
KEEP HOSE AS FAR AWAY AS POSSIBLE FROM BODY AND DO NOT PERMIT DIRECT
CONTACT DURING USE. CONTACT AT THE BURST CAN CAUSE BODILY INJECTION
AND SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY.
4. HANDLE AND ROUTE HOSE CAREFULLY TO AVOID KINKING, ABRASION, CUTTING, OR
CONTACT WITH HIGH TEMPERATURE SURFACES. DO NOT USE IF KINKED. DO NOT
USE HOSE TO PULL OR LIFT TOOLS, POWER UNITS, ETC.
5. CHECK ENTIRE HOSE FOR CUTS CRACKS LEAKS ABRASIONS, BULGES, OR DAMAGE TO COUPLINGS IF ANY OF THESE CONDITIONS EXIST, REPLACE THE HOSE
IMMEDIATELY. NEVER USE TAPE OR ANY DEVICE TO ATTEMPT TO MEND THE HOSE.
6. AFTER EACH USE STORE IN A CLEAN DRY AREA.
(Shown smaller than actual size)
DANGER
DANGER
SEE OTHER SIDE
SIDE 2
THE TAG SHOWN BELOW IS ATTACHED TO “CONDUCTIVE” HOSE.
DANGER
DANGER
1. DO NOT USE THIS HYDRAULIC HOSE ON OR NEAR ELECTRIC LINES. THIS HOSE IS
NOT LABELED OR CERTIFIED AS NON-CONDUCTIVE. USING THIS HOSE ON OR NEAR
ELECTRICAL LINES MAY RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
2. FOR PROPER AND SAFE OPERATION MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE BEEN PROPERLY
TRAINED IN CORRECT PROCEDURES REQUIRED FOR WORK ON OR AROUND ELECTRIC LINES.
3. DO NOT EXCEED HOSE WORKING PRESSURE OR ABUSE HOSE. IMPROPER USE OR
HANDLING OF HOSE COULD RESULT IN BURST OR OTHER HOSE FAILURE. KEEP HOSE
AS FAR AWAY AS POSSIBLE FROM BODY AND DO NOT PERMIT DIRECT CONTACT
DURING USE. CONTACT AT THE BURST CAN CAUSE BODILY INJECTION AND SEVERE
PERSONAL INJURY.
4. HANDLE AND ROUTE HOSE CAREFULLY TO AVOID KINKING, CUTTING, OR CONTACT
WITH HIGH TEMPERATURE SURFACES. DO NOT USE IF KINKED. DO NOT USE HOSE TO
PULL OR LIFT TOOLS, POWER UNITS, ETC.
DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG
SEE OTHER SIDE
SIDE 1
5. CHECK ENTIRE HOSE FOR CUTS CRACKS LEAKS ABRASIONS, BULGES, OR DAMAGE TO
COUPLINGS IF ANY OF THESE CONDITIONS EXIST, REPLACE THE HOSE IMMEDIATELY.
NEVER USE TAPE OR ANY DEVICE TO ATTEMPT TO MEND THE HOSE.
6. AFTER EACH USE STORE IN A CLEAN DRY AREA.
(Shown smaller than actual size)
DANGER
SEE OTHER SIDE
SIDE 2
DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG
DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG
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Min. Working Pressure
USE
Press/Return)
(
HOSE RECOMMENDATIONS
Certi ed Non-Conductive Hose - Fiber Braid - for Utility Bucket Trucks
Oil Flow Hose Lengths Inside Diameter
GPM LPM FEET METERS INCH MM PSI BAR
4-9 15-34 up to 10 up to 3 3/8 10 Both 2250 155
Conductive Hose - Wire Braid or Fiber Braid -DO NOT USE NEAR ELECTRICAL CONDUCTORS
4-6 15-23 up to 25 up to 7.5 3/8 10 Both 2500 175
4-6 15-23 26-100 7.5-30 1/2 13 Both 2500 175
5-10.5 19-40 up to 50 up to 15 1/2 13 Both 2500 175
5-10.5 19-40 51-100 15-30 5/8 16 Both 2500 175
5/8 16 Pressure 2500 175
3/4 19 Return 2500 175
5-10.5 19-40 100-300 30-90
10-13 38-49 up to 50 up to 15 5/8 16 Both 2500 175
5/8 16 Pressure 2500 175
3/4 19 Return 2500 175
10-13 38-49 51-100 15-30
3/4 19 Pressure 2500 175
1 25.4 Return 2500 175
10-13 38-49 100-200 30-60
5/8 16 Pressure 2500 175
13-16 49-60 up to 25 up to 8
3/4 19 Return 2500 175
3/4 19 Pressure 2500 175
1 25.4 Return 2500 175
13-16 49-60 26-100 8-30
PRESSURE
<<< FLOW
RETURN
FLOW >>>
Figure 1. Typical Hose Connections
Tool to Hydraulic Circuit Hose
Recommendations
The chart to the right shows recommended
minimum hose diameters for various
hose lengths based on gallons per minute
(GPM)/liters per minute (LPM). These
recommendations are intended to keep return
line pressure (back pressure) to a minimum
acceptable level to ensure maximum tool
performance.
This chart is intended to be used for hydraulic
tool applications only based on STANLEY tool
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operating requirements and should not be
used for any other applications.
All hydraulic hose must have at least a
rated minimum working pressure equal to
the maximum hydraulic system relief valve
setting.
All hydraulic hose must meet or exceed
speci cations as set forth by SAE J517.
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HTMA / EHTMA REQUIREMENTS
HTMA / EHTMA REQUIREMENTS
TOOL TYPE
HTMA
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Flow range
Nominal operating pressure
(At the power supply outlet)
System relief valve setting
(At the power supply outlet)
Maximum back pressure
(At tool end of the return hose)
Measured at a max uid viscosity of:
(At minimum operating temperature)
Temperature: Suffi cient heat rejection capacity to limit
maximum uid temperature to:
(At maximum expected ambient temperature)
Minimum cooling capacity at a temperature di erence of
between ambient and uid temps
Note: Do not operate the tool at oil temperatures above 140° F (60° C). Operation at higher temperatures can cause operator
discomfort at the tool.
Filter minimum full- ow ltration 25 microns 25 microns 25 microns 25 microns
Sized for ow of at least:
(For cold temp startup and maximum dirt-holding capacity)
Hydraulic uid, petroleum based (premium grade, antiwear, non-conductive) Viscosity (at minimum and maximum
operating temps)
Note: When choosing hydraulic uid, the expected oil temperature extremes that will be experienced in service determine the most
suitable temperature viscosity characteristics. Hydraulic uids with a viscosity index over 140 will meet the requirements over a wide
range of operating temperatures.
TYPE I TYPE II TYPE RR TYPE III
4-6 GPM
(15-23 LPM)
1500 psi
(103 bar)
2100-2250 psi
(145-155 bar)
250 psi
(17 bar)
400 ssu*
(82 centistokes)
140° F
(60° C)
3 hp
(2.24 kW)
40° F
(22° C)
30 GPM
(114 LPM)
100-400 ssu
(20-82
centistokes)
7-9 GPM
(26-34 LPM)
1500 psi
(103 bar)
2100-2250 psi
(145-155 bar)
250 psi
(17 bar)
400 ssu*
(82 centistokes)
140° F
(60° C)
5 hp
(3.73 kW)
40° F
(22° C)
30 GPM
(114 LPM)
100-400 ssu
(20-82
centistokes)
9-10.5 GPM
(34-40 LPM)
1500 psi
(103 bar)
2200-2300 psi
(152-159 bar)
250 psi
(17 bar)
400 ssu*
(82 centistokes)
140° F
(60° C)
6 hp
(5.22 kW)
40° F
(22° C)
30 GPM
(114 LPM)
100-400 ssu
(20-82
centistokes)
11-13 GPM
(42-49 LPM)
2100-2250 psi
(145-155 bar)
(82 centistokes)
100-400 ssu
centistokes)
1500 psi
(103 bar)
250 psi
(17 bar)
400 ssu*
140° F
(60° C)
7 hp
(4.47 kW)
40° F
(22° C)
30 GPM
(114 LPM)
(20-82
*SSU = Saybolt Seconds Universal
EHTMA
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
REQUIREMENTS
Flow range
Nominal operating pressure
(At the power supply outlet)
System relief valve setting
(At the power supply outlet)
Note: These are general hydraulic system requirements. See tool speci cation page for tool speci c requirements.
B
3.5-4.3 GPM
(13.5-16.5
LPM)
1870 psi
(129 bar)
2495 psi
(172 bar)
C
4.7-5.8 GPM
(18-22 LPM)
1500 psi
(103 bar)
2000 psi
(138 bar)
CLASSIFICATION
D
7.1-8.7 GPM
(27-33 LPM)
1500 psi
(103 bar)
2000 psi
(138 bar)
9.5-11.6 GPM
(36-44 LPM)
1500 psi
(103 bar)
2000 psi
(138 bar)
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11.8-14.5 GPM
(45-55 LPM)
1500 psi
(103 bar)
2000 psi
(138 bar)
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OPERATION
PRE-OPERATION PROCEDURES
PREPARATION FOR INITIAL USE
The tool, as shipped, has no special unpacking or
assembly requirements prior to usage. Inspection to
assure the tool was not damaged in shipping and does
not contain packing debris is all that is required.
CHECK HYDRAULIC POWER SOURCE
1. Using a calibrated ow meter and pressure gauge,
check that the hydraulic power source develops a
ow of 3–9 gpm/11–34 lpm at 1000–2000 psi/70–
140 bar.
2. Make certain the hydraulic power source is equipped
with a relief valve set to open at 2250 psi/155 bar
maximum.
3. Check that the hydraulic circuit matches the tool for
open-center (OC) operation.
CHECK TOOL
1. Make sure all tool accessories are correctly installed.
Failure to install tool accessories properly can result
in damage to the tool or personal injury.
2. There should be no signs of leaks.
3. The tool should be clean, with all ttings and
fasteners tight.
O valve trigger and the other at the tapered section
at the end of the handle tube.
5. When back-lling a deep hole, compact (tamp)
the back-ll after a maximum of 6 inches/15 cm
of material is added to the hole. This will ensure
maximum compaction of the lled hole and minimize
any setting that may occur.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
If the tool is to be used during cold weather, preheat
the hydraulic uid at low engine speed. When using the
normally recommended uids, uid temperature should
be at or above 50 °F/10 °C (400 ssu/82 centistokes)
before use.
STORAGE
1. Disconnect the tool from the hydraulic power source.
2. Remove the tool bit and spray the chuck area with
WD-40™ inside and out.
3. Wipe clean and store in a clean, dry place.
CHECK TRIGGER MECHANISM
1. Check that the trigger operates smoothly and is free
to travel between the ON and OFF positions.
OPERATING PROCEDURES
1. Observe all safety precautions.
2. Place the tamper on the surface to be compacted.
3. Squeeze the trigger to start the tamper.
The tamper will rise quickly when rst turned on. Do
not stand over or place any part of your body on top
of the tamper. Wear safety shoes.
Note: Partially depressing the trigger allows the tool
to operate at a slow speed, making it easy to start
the tamper on the surface to compacted.
4. Guide the tamper using both hands. One on the On/
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TOOL PROTECTION & CARE
In addition to the safety precautions found in
this manual, observe the following for equipment
protection and care.
• Make sure all couplers are wiped clean before
connection.
• The hydraulic circuit control valve must be in the
OFF position when coupling or uncoupling hydraulic
tools. Failure to do so may result in damage to
the quick couplers and cause overheating of the
hydraulic system.
• Always store the tool in a clean dry space, safe from
damage or pilferage.
• Make sure the circuit PRESSURE hose (with male
quick disconnect) is connected to the IN port. The
circuit RETURN hose (with female quick disconnect)
is connected to the opposite port. Do not reverse
circuit ow. This can cause damage to internal seals.
• Always replace hoses, couplings and other parts
with replacement parts recommended by STANLEY.
Supply hoses must have a minimum working
pressure rating of 2500 psi/172 bar.
• Do not exceed the rated ow. Rapid failure of the
internal seals may result. See “SPECIFICATIONS”
on page 14 for correct ow rate and model
number.
• Always keep critical tool markings, such as warning
stickers and tags, legible.
• Tool repair should be performed by experienced
personnel only.
• Make certain that the recommended relief valves
are installed in the pressure side of the system.
• Do not use the tool for applications for which it was
not intended.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If symptoms of poor performance develop, the following chart can be used as a guide to correct the problem.
When diagnosing faults in operation of the tool, always make sure the hydraulic power source is supplying the
correct hydraulic ow and pressure as listed in the table. Use a ow meter known to be accurate. Check the ow
with the hydraulic uid temperature at least 80 °F/27 °C.
SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION
Tool does not run. Power unit not functioning. Check power unit for proper ow
and pressure (3–9 gpm/11–34 lpm at
1000–2000 psi/70–140 bar).
Couplers or hoses blocked. Remove restriction.
Pressure and return line hoses
reversed at ports.
Mechanical failure. Have inspected and repaired by an
Back-pressure too high. Check hydraulic system for excessive
Tool does not compact eectively. Power unit not functioning. Check power unit for proper ow
Couplers or hoses blocked. Remove restriction.
Back-pressure too high. Check hydraulic system for excessive
Fluid too hot (above 140 °F/60 °C)
Fluid too cold (below
60 °F/15.5 °C).
Tamper shoe too large for soil
conditions.
Tool operates slow. Low oil ow from power unit. Check power source for proper ow.
High back-pressure. Check hydraulic system for excessive
Couplers or hoses blocked. Remove restrictions.
Fluid too hot (above 140 °F/60 °C)
Fluid too cold (below
60 °F/15.5 °C).
Tamper gets hot. Hot oil going through tool. Check power unit. Be sure ow rate is
Be sure hoses are connected to their
proper ports.
authorized STANLEY dealer.
back-pressure over 250 psi/17
bar measure at the end of the tool
operating hose.
and pressure (3–9 gpm/11–34 lpm at
1000–2000 psi/70–140 bar).
back-pressure over 250 psi/17
bar measure at the end of the tool
operating hose.
Provide cooler to maintain proper oil
temperature. Bypass cooler to warm
up oil or provide cooler to maintain
proper temperature.
Use smaller shoe for back-lling
operations (P/N 01849).
back-pressure and correct as required.
Provide cooler to maintain proper oil
temperature. Bypass cooler to warm
up oil or provide cooler to maintain
proper temperature.
not too high causing excess oil to go
through the relief valve. Provide cooler
to maintain proper oil temperature.
Bypass cooler to warm up oil or
provide cooler to maintain proper
temperature (100–130 °F/38–54 °C).
Eliminate ow control devices. Do not
exceed recommended ow.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION
Oil leakage on piston rod. Lower piston seal failure. Replace seal and wiper, piston and
nose as required.
Oil leakage around trigger. Valve spool seal failure. Replace seals.
Oil leakage around spool end
caps.
Piston extends but does not
retract (reciprocate).
O-ring failure. Replace O-rings.
Pressure and return reversed. Correct the proper ow direction at
power unit or tool.
Tool not assembled correctly. Review service instructions for proper
assembly or contact an authorized
STANLEY distributor. Also check the
following:
1. Flow sleeve lined up correctly with
locating pin.
2. Oil tubes reversed at ON/OFF
valve.
3. Front sleeve in correctly.
4. Thrust bridge washer in correctly.
Back-pressure too high. Check hydraulic system for excessive
back-pressure over 250 psi/17
bar measure at the end of the tool
operating hoses.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Oil Flow Range .............................................................................................................................. 3-9 gpm/11-34 lpm
Pressure Range................................................................................................................. 1000-2000 psi/70-140 Bar
Length.........................................................................................................................................................See Below
Weight ...................................................................................................................................................25 lbs/11.3 kg
Porting ...................................................................................................................................1/2 in. SAE O-Ring Port
Couplers .........................................................................................HTMA/EHTMA Flush Face Type Male & Female
System Type ........................................................................................................................HTMA Type I and Type II
TOOL LENGTH
TOOL
MODEL
TA54103 71 Inches YES NO -- KIDNEY 3 FT OC
TA54113 71 Inches YES NO -- ROUND 3 FT OC
TA54603 69 Inches NO NO YES KIDNEY 3 FT OC
TA54603A 69 Inches NO YES -- KIDNEY 3 FT OC/CC
(WITHOUT
COUPLERS OR
HOSE WHIPS)
TA54103 Pictured with
On/O Valve in Handle
Handle length on all
models is 3 ft.
ON/OFF
VALVE IN
HANDLE
ON/OFF VALVE
IN-LINE
(CONNECTED
TO END OF
HOSE WHIPS)
Model TA54603A with
On/O Valve attached to
end of hose whips.
NO
ON/OFF
VALVE
SHOE
TYPE
(FOOT)
LENGTH
OF
HANDLE
SYSTEM
TYPE
ACCESSORIES
Description ............................................................................................................. Part No.
Kidney Shoe ............................................................................................................ 00833
Round Shoe, 6-inch Diameter ................................................................................. 00840
Rectangular Shoe .................................................................................................... 01070
8 Ft Hose (2 required) ............................................................................................. 35784
In-Line Valve Assembly OC/CC ............................................................................... 72264
SERVICE TOOLS
Tamper Sleeve Tool ................................................................................................. 01120
Sleeve Installation Wrench ...................................................................................... 01949
O-ring Tool Kit .......................................................................................................... 04337
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TA54 PARTS ILLUSTRATION
NOTE: The following models include adapters
22
23
27
23
24
26
27
25
and couplers TA54103, TA54603, TA54113,
TA54113D & TA54113S
USED ON MODEL TA54603 ONLY
USED ON MODEL TA54603A ONLY
SEE NOTE BELOW
31
USED ON MODEL TA54103 ONLY
ALSO USED ON MODELS TA54113,
TA54113D & TA54113S
15
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
16
17
18
34
30
55
33
35
36
49
32
Install with 242
Loctite & Torque
31
37
38
39
40
41
OLD INLINE VALVE
29
38
36
39
to 25 ft lb.
42
28
43
19
13
14
20
19
Torque to 40 ft lb Lubricat-
ed. Light coat of grease on
21
piston taper & capscrew
threads.
NOTE: Round shoe found
on the following models:
TA54113, TA54113D &
TA54113S P/N-00840
NOTE: IF YOUR INLINE VALVE DOES NOT CONTAIN THIS PART,
47
46
ITEM 50 INCLUDES
THESE 3 PARTS
50
45
46
48
47
(SEAL CAP) ORDER INDIVIDUAL PARTS FROM OLD INLINE VALVE.
NEW INLINE VALVE
56
44
39A
29
38A
44
36A
51
53
51
36A
38A
39A
37A
40A
52
54
41
42
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TA54 PARTS LIST
ITEM QTY
1 1 01038 THRUST BRIDGE WASHER
2 1 00823 CUSHION
3 1 00834 O-RING
4 1 01262 O-RING
5 1 14883 NOSE
6 1 01795 JAM NUT
7 1 14891 SEAL
8 1 14884 SEAL WASHER
9 1 04902 RETAINING RING, SPIROLOX
10 1 08434 FELT WASHER
11 1 15016 ROD WIPER
12 1 00833 SHOE (KIDNEY)
13 1 00825 LOCKWASHER
14 1 00845 CAPSCREW
15 1 01036 FLOW SLEEVE
16 1 00940 O-RING
17 1 00806 OIL TUBE
18 1 14886 PISTON
19 2 29690 OIL CONTROL SEAL
20 1 00927 BACK SLEEVE
21 1 01037 FRONT SLEEVE
22 1 04525 TRIGGER (TA54103 ONLY)
23 1 00114 ROLL PIN (TA54103 ONLY)
24 1 04097 SPRING (TA54103 ONLY)
25 1 04098 VALVE SPOOL (TA54103 ONLY)
26 1 04523 VALVE BODY ASSY
27 2 07627 O-RING
28 1 74699 NAME TAG TA54
29 2 00856 ADAPTER (USED ON MODEL
30 2 00175 O-RING
31 1 35036 HOSE BLOCK
32 1 03783 STICKER, GPM
33 1 07737 HANDLE ASSY (INCL JAM NUT)
34 2 35784 HOSE ASSY (TA54603A ONLY)
35 2 07738 OIL TUBE
36 2 01003 BUTTON (TA54603A ONLY) (OLD
36A 2 56749 SEAL CAP (NEW IN-LINE VALVE)
37 1 38631 VALVE SPOOL (TA54603A ONLY)
37A 1 67008 VALVE SPOOL (TA54603A ONLY)
38 2 13568 BACK-UP RING (TA54603A ONLY)
PART
NO. DESCRIPTION
1 00840 SHOE ROUND MODELS- TA54113
(TA54103 & TA54113 MODELS
ONLY)
TA54603A ONLY)
(TA54603 & TA54603A ONLY)
IN-LINE VALVE)
(OLD IN-LINE VALVE)
(NEW IN-LINE VALVE))
(OLD IN-LINE VALVE)
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ITEM QTY
38A 2 07224 BACK-UP RING (TA54603A ONLY)
39 2 13567 O-RING (TA54603A ONLY) (OLD
39A 2 07626 O-RING (TA54603A ONLY) (NEW
40 1 38629 VALVE BODY ASSY
40A 1 67007 VALVE BODY ASSY
41 2 00936 ADAPTER
42 1 03971 COUPLER SET
43 4 00144 CAPSCREW
44 2 01604 O-RING
45 1 00819 REVERSING SPOOL
46 2 06533 O-RING
47 2 14882 END CAP
47A 1 14885 LOWER TAMPER ASSY
48 1 14889 BLOCK & TUBE ASSY
49 1 74707 STANLEY LOGO STICKER
50 2 01236 TUBE FITTING
51 2 56747 WIPER SEAL (TA54603A ONLY)
52 1 00026 O-RING (TA54603A ONLY)
53 1 10536 SELECTOR SCREW (TA54603A
54 1 16070 RETAINING RING (TA54603A
55 1 04533 BAIL (TA54103 & TA54113 ONLY)
56 1 72264 IN-LINE VALVE ASSY (INCLUDES
SK 1 02030 SEAL KIT—NO VALVE (INCLUDES
SK 1 02032 SEAL KIT—VALVE IN HANDLE
PART
NO. DESCRIPTION
(NEW IN-LINE VALVE)
IN-LINE VALVE)
IN-LINE VALVE)
(TA54603A ONLY) (OLD IN-LINE
VALV E)
(TA54603A ONLY) (NEW IN-LINE
VALV E)
(INCL ITEMS 1-11, 15-21, & 45-48)
ONLY)
ONLY)
ITEMS 36-40, 44, 51 AND 51-54)
ITEMS 3, 4, 7, 10, 11, 16, 19 & 46)
(INCLUDES ITEMS 3, 4, 7, 10, 11,
16, 19, 30 & 46)
LOWER TAMPER ASSY (Includes Items
1-11, 15-21, & 45-48 P/N-14885
Read Before Ordering In-line Valve Parts:
In-line Valve Assembly (OC-CC) - 72264 (TA54603A)
Includes Items (36 thur 40, 44, 51, thru 54)
The in-line valve changed around June 2011. To determine if you have the old or new in-line valve, see
exploded view.
Note: Individual parts are still available for the older
in-line valve, but if replacing the entire in-line valve
assy, you must order the new in-line valve assy P/N-
72264.
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6430 SE Lake Road
Portland, Oregon 97222 USA
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