Wheatheart S2000 Post Pounder User Manual
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Wheatheart
POST POUNDER
S2000 MODEL
ASSEMBLY & OPERATION MANUAL
to follow instructions and safety precautions can
result in serious injury, death, or property
damage. Keep manual for future reference.
Part Number: IM15 R1
Revised: Nov/11
This product has been designed and constructed according to general engineering
standardsa. Other local regulations may apply and must be followed by the operator.
We strongly recommend that all personnel associated with this equipment be trained
in the correct operational and safety procedures required for this product. Periodic
reviews of this manual with all employees should be standard practice. For your
convenience, we include this sign-off sheet so you can record your periodic reviews.
Date Employee Signature Employer Signature
a. Standards include organizations such as the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers,
American National Standards Institute, Canadian Standards Association, International Organization for
Standardization, and/or others.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction.......................................................................................................................... 5
1.1. Feature Overview and Options................................................................................. 6
1.2. Frame Assembly ...................................................................................................... 7
1.3. Mast Assembly......................................................................................................... 8
1.4. Hugger Arm Assembly ............................................................................................. 9
1.5. PTO Kit................................................................................................................... 10
1.6. Hammer Ballast Kit................................................................................................. 11
2. Safety First.......................................................................................................................... 13
2.1. General Safety ....................................................................................................... 14
2.2. Transport & Placement Safety ............................................................................... 15
2.3. Operation Safety .................................................................................................... 16
2.4. Maintenance Safety................................................................................................ 17
2.5. Hydraulic Safety..................................................................................................... 17
2.6. Safety Decal Locations........................................................................................... 18
2.6.1. Decal Installation/Replacement................................................................ 18
2.6.2. Decal Locations........................................................................................ 18
3. Assembly ............................................................................................................................ 21
3.1. Pre-Assembly......................................................................................................... 21
3.2. Assembling the S2000 Post Pounder..................................................................... 22
3.2.1. Prepare the Frame Assembly................................................................... 22
3.2.2. Connect the Mast Assembly to the Frame Assembly............................... 23
3.2.3. Connect the Hugger Arm and Cylinder to The Mast Assembly................ 25
3.2.4. Install Hammer Ballast.............................................................................. 26
3.3. Installing the PTO Kit.............................................................................................. 28
3.3.1. Installing the PTO Kit Oil Filter Assembly................................................. 29
3.3.2. Installing the PTO Kit Hydraulic Tank....................................................... 30
3.3.3. Installing the PTO Pump Support............................................................. 32
3.3.4. Connecting PTO Kit Hydraulic Hoses....................................................... 33
3.3.5. Filling the Hydraulic Tank......................................................................... 34
4. T ranspor t............................................................................................................................. 35
5. Placement ........................................................................................................................... 37
6. Operation ...................................................................................................................
......... 39
6.1. Pre-Operation Checklist......................................................................................... 39
6.2. Drives..................................................................................................................... 40
6.2.1. Standard Hydraulic Drive.......................................................................... 40
6.2.2. PTO Kit Drive............................................................................................ 41
6.3. Lockouts................................................................................................................. 41
6.4. Start-Up and Break-In ............................................................................................ 41
6.4.1. Startup...................................................................................................... 42
6.4.2. Break-In Period (First 10 Hours)............................................................... 42
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6.5. Operating The S2000 Post Pounder ...................................................................... 43
6.5.1. Loading a Post in the Hugger:.................................................................. 43
6.5.2. Driving a Post: .......................................................................................... 44
6.5.3. Shutdown.................................................................................................. 45
7. Maintenance........................................................................................................................ 47
7.1. Changing the Oil Filter (PTO Kit)............................................................................ 48
7.2. Adding or Replacing Hydraulic Fluid (PTO Kit) ...................................................... 48
7.3. Replacing the Mast Seal......................................................................................... 49
8. Storage................................................................................................................................ 51
9. Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 53
10. Appendix........................................................................................................................... 55
10.1. Hydraulic system.................................................................................................. 55
Limited Warranty..................................................................................................................... 57
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SERIAL NUMBER: _____________________________
DATE PURCHASED: ___________________________
DEALER: ____________________________________
S2000 MODEL
1.Introduction
Congratulations on your choice of a Wheatheart S2000 Post Pounder to
complement your operation. This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of the discriminating buyer for the efficient installation of
fence posts.
Safe, efficient, and trouble-free operation of your post pounder requires that you,
and anyone else who will be involved with operating the unit, read and understand all safety instructions and procedures contained within this manual. A signoff form is provided on the inside front cover for your convenience.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to review with new
personnel. Call your Wheatheart distributor or dealer if you need assistance,
information, or additional copies of the manual.
Operator Orientation: The directions left, right, front, and rear, as mentioned
throughout the manual, are as seen from the tractor driver seat and facing in the
direction of travel when the unit is being transported.
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1.1. FEATURE OVERVIEW AND OPTIONS S2000 MODEL
1.1. FEATURE OVERVIEW AND OPTIONS
The S2000 Post Pounder connects to a tractor’s three-point hitch for mobility and
hydraulic power.
The S2000 Post Pounder is delivered packaged in two separate crates. One
crate contains the mast assembly, and the second crate contains the frame
assembly, the hugger assembly, and two support jacks.
Hydraulic power for the standard version of the S2000 Post Pounder is provided
by connecting directly to the tractor’s hydraulic system, including a return line
that is firmly connected to the tractor’s hydraulic fluid reservoir. See “Dri” on
page 40 for detailed information about hydraulic requirements.
The following options are available for the S2000:
• the PTO Kit
• the Hammer Ballast kit
Table 1.1 below lists the S2000 Post Pounder specifications.
Table 1.1 S2000 Post Pounder Specifications
Hammer Weight (without ballast) 320 lbs
Maximum Ballast 280 lbs
Total Weight (without ballast) 720 lbs
Transport Weight (with ballast) 1,000 lbs
Transport Height 8’ 8”
Width 4”1”
Length 3”4”
Hammer Height (Max) 9”4”
Hammer Height (Min) 4’
Hammer Stroke 5’4”
Maximum Post Size (Hugger) 12” diameter
Hydraulic Requirements 7 GPM@1500 PSI
Hammer Tilt Adjustment (front/back) 17º front/back from vertical
Hammer Tilt Adjustment (side-to-side) 16º left/right from vertical
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PIVOT ARM
HYDRAULIC CONTROLS
(CLASS II /III THREE-POINT HITCH ATTACHMENTS)
PIVOT ARM
(JACK STAND)
LOCK BARS
PTO PUMP SUPPORT
(OPTIONAL)
(CONTROL VALVE)
MAST ASSEMBLY MOUNT
S2000 MODEL 1.2. FRAME ASSEMBLY
1.2. FRAME ASSEMBLY
The frame assembly is shipped with all hydraulics pre-connected except the
hydraulic hose that must be connected to the mast cylinder. Figure 1.1 shows the
major frame assembly features.
Figure 1.1 Frame Assembly
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MAST CYLINDER
BALLAST BOX
HAMMER GUARD
MAST CYLINDER
BALLAST BOX COVER
HUGGER BRACKET BOLT HOLES
PIVOT ARM BOLT HOLES
HYDRAULIC CONNECTOR
TOP HAMMER STOP
BOTTOM HAMMER STOP
1.3. MAST ASSEMBLY S2000 MODEL
1.3. MAST ASSEMBLY
The mast assembly mounts on the frame assembly pivot arm, and contains the
mast cylinder, ballast box and hammer, and hammer guard. Figure 1.2 shows the
major features of the assembly.
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Figure 1.2 Mast Assembly Detail
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FRONT ROLLER PLATE
HUGGER ARM
MID-CYLINDER BRACKET
CYLINDER ROD-END BRACKET
HUGGER BRACKETS
HUGGER ARM
BOLT HOLES (TO MAST ASSEMBLY)
ADJUSTER BOLT
S2000 MODEL 1.4. HUGGER ARM ASSEMBLY
1.4. HUGGER ARM ASSEMBLY
The hugger arm assembly installs on the mast assembly.The hugger arm opens
and closes hydraulically, and provides posts with support during operation.Figure
1.3 shows the hugger assembly features.
Figure 1.3 Hugger Arm Assembly
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HYDRAULIC TANK
PTO PUMP
OIL FILTER
1.5. PTO KIT S2000 MODEL
1.5. PTO KIT
The optional PTO Kit (Part Number 2311153) provides the S2000 Post Pounder
with a hydraulic system powered by a hydraulic pump that connects to a tractor
PTO shaft.
The kit contains:
• a hydraulic pump and storage post
• a hydraulic tank and support brackets
• a hydraulic oil filter, filter head, and support bracket
• a hydraulic hose
The PTO Kit’s hydraulic pump provides adequate system pressure when
installed and connected to a 540 RPM PTO.
Installation requires modifying an existing hydraulic hose and installing an
additional hose.
Figure 1.4 PTO Kit Major Parts
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BALLAST WEIGHT BODY
BALLAST WEIGHT
HANDLE
S2000 MODEL 1.6. HAMMER BALLAST KIT
1.6. HAMMER BALLAST KIT
The S2000 Post Pounder is equipped with a ballast box that can be filled with
various ballast weights, up to a maximum of 280 lbs.
The hammer ballast used should be heavy enough to drive the post a reasonable
distance with each hammer drop, but not so heavy that the hammer blows risk
damaging smaller posts.
Wheatheart supplies a Hammer Ballast Kit (Part Number 2311154) that includes
six “suitcase” shaped ballast weights. Figure 1.5 shows a single ballast weight
from the kit.
Each individual ballast weight is 45.4 lbs. Use of all six ballast weights meets the
maximum ballast weight of 280 lbs.
Ballast weights should always be placed in the ballast box with the body first and
the handle up. Failure to do so could damage the ballast weight or the ballast box
during operation of the pounder.
Figure 1.5 Single Ballast Weight from Ballast Kit
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1.6. HAMMER BALLAST KIT S2000 MODEL
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2.Safety First
The Safety Alert symbol to the left identifies important safety messages on the
product and in the manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death. Follow the instructions in the safety messages.
Why is SAFETY important to you?
Three big reasons:
• Accidents disable and kill.
• Accidents cost.
• Accidents can be avoided.
SIGNAL WORDS
Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE
with the safety messages. The appropriate signal word for each message has
been selected using the definitions below as a guideline.
The Safety Alert symbol means: “ATTENTION, BE ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED”.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, will result in serious injury
or death.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in serious injury or
death.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
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2.1. GENERAL SAFETY S2000 MODEL
2.1. GENERAL SAFETY
Important: This general safety section includes instructions that apply to all safety practices.
Any instructions specific to a certain safety practice (e.g., assembly safety), can
be found in the appropriate section. Always read the complete instructional
sections and not just these safety summaries before doing anything with the
equipment.
YOU are responsible for the SAFE use and maintenance of your equipment.
YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to work around the
equipment understands all procedures and related SAFETY information
contained in this manual.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect
you, but also the people around you. Make these practices a working part of your
safety program.
• It is the equipment owner and the operator's responsibility to read and understand ALL safety instructions, safety decals, and manuals and follow them
before assembling, operating, or maintaining the equipment. All accidents
can be avoided.
• Equipment owners must give instructions and review the information initially
and annually with all personnel before allowing them to operate this product.
Untrained users/operators expose themselves and bystanders to possible
serious injury or death.
• Use this equipment for its intended purposes only.
• Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modification may
impair the function and/or safety, and could affect the life of the equipment.
Any modification to the equipment voids the warranty.
• Do not allow children, spectators, or bystanders within the work area.
• Have a first-aid kit available for use should the need arise, and know how to
use it.
• Provide a fire extinguisher for use in case of an accident. Store in a highly visible and accessible place.
• Wear appropriate protective gear . This list includes, but
is not limited to:
• a hard hat
•gloves
• protective shoes with slip-resistant soles
• protective goggles
• hearing protection
• dust mask or respirator
• For Powered Equipment: before servicing, adjusting, or repairing powered
equipment, unplug, place all controls in neutral or off position, stop the engine
or motor , remove ignition key or lock out power source, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
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Figure 2.1 Transport Lock Bars
TRANSPORT LOCK BARS
S2000 MODEL 2.2. TRANSPORT & PLACEMENT SAFETY
• Follow good shop practices:
• keep service area clean and dry
• be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly
grounded
• use adequate light for the job at hand
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
2.2. TRANSPORT & PLACEMENT SAFETY
• Check with local authorities
regarding transport on public roads. Obey all applicable
laws and regulations.
• Consult tractor operator’s
manual to ensure adequate
towing and lifting capacities.
• Attach pounder to a Category II or III 3-point hitch.
• Ensure transport locks are in
place (see Figure 2.1).
• Ensure that clearances
between pounder and tractor
are maintained during raising, lowering, and positioning.
• Always travel at a safe
speed. Use caution when
turning corners or meeting
traffic.
• Use extreme care and minimum ground speed when operating or transporting on hillsides, over rough
ground, or near ditches or fences.
• Make sure the SMV (slow moving vehicle) emblem and all the lights and
reflectors that are required by local authorities are in place, are clean, and
can be seen by all traffic.
• Do not allow riders on the equipment or towing vehicle during transport.
• Keep away from overhead and buried power lines. Arcing and possible electrocution can occur without direct contact.
• Keep away from buried gas lines. Gas leaks and explosions can occur if gas
lines are ruptured by posts.
• Before transporting, position the ballast box into the fully lowered position.
• Keep jacks raised during transport and normal operation (lower jacks when
storing pounder or operating with hammer at extreme angle).
• Consult local utility companies before operating machine near overhead or
buried power lines / gas lines to confirm line location.
• Review the work safety area diagram (Figure 2.2) before starting work.
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2.3. OPERATION SAFETY S2000 MODEL
Figure 2.2 Work Safety Areas
2.3. OPERATION SAFETY
• Have another person nearby and prepared to shut down the equipment in
case of an emergency or accident.
• Do not operate with any of the safety guards removed.
• Keep body, hair, and clothing away from moving parts. Stay away from hammer during operation.
• Do not modify the factory-installed position of the hydraulic control valve
assembly.
• Engage park brake on tractor during operation to prevent movement of the
pounder and tractor.
• Ensure both feet of the pounder frame firmly contact the ground during operation to prevent damage to equipment.
• Do not place more than 280 lbs of weight in ballast box. An overloaded ballast will cause excessive stress on the hydraulic system and can damage the
equipment and/or potentially injure operators.
• Keep jacks raised during transport and normal operation (lower jacks when
storing pounder or operating with hammer at an extreme angle).
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S2000 MODEL 2.4. MAINTENANCE SAFETY
2.4. MAINTENANCE SAFETY
• Before applying pressure to a hydraulic system, make sure all components
are secure, hoses are in good condition, and couplings are tightly connected
and undamaged.
• Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuit before servicing or disconnecting from
tractor.
• Place stands or blocks under the frame before working beneath the machine.
• After maintenance is complete, replace and secure all safety guards and
safety devices, and if applicable, service doors and cleanout covers.
• Remove all tools and unused parts from machine before operation.
• Remove buildup of grease, oil, and debris.
• Inspect all parts. Ensure parts are in good condition and installed properly.
Use only genuine Wheatheart replacement parts or equivalent. Replacement
parts must meet ASAE standards or serious injury may result. Use of
unauthorized parts will void the warranty. If in doubt, contact Wheatheart or your
Wheatheart dealer.
2.5. HYDRAULIC SAFETY
• Always place all hydraulic controls in neutral and relieve system pressure
before disconnecting or working on hydraulic system.
• Keep all components in the hydraulic system tightly secured and in good condition and clean.
• Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened, or crimped hoses.
• Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the hydraulic fittings or hoses with
tape, clamps, or concrete. The hydraulic system operates under extremely
high pressure; such repairs will fail suddenly and create a hazardous and
unsafe condition.
• Before moving a hydraulic cylinder, ensure that the attached component is
safely secured.
Hydraulic fluid can cause serious injury if it
penetrates the skin. If it does, see a doctor
immediately.
WARNING
• Relieve pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic line.
• Wear proper hand and eye protection and
use wood or cardboard, not hands, when
searching for leaks.
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2.6. SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS S2000 MODEL
2.6. SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS
• Keep safety decals clean and legible at all times.
• Replace safety decals that are missing or have become illegible. See decal
locations that follow .
• Replaced parts must display the same decal(s) as the original part.
• Safety decals are available from your distributor, dealer, or factory.
2.6.1. DECAL INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
1. Decal area must be clean and dry, with a temperature above 50°F (10°C).
Use a solvent to remove all traces of oil from manufacturing before applying
decal.
2. Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper.
3. Align the decal over the specified area and carefully press the small portion
with the exposed sticky backing in place.
4. Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining
portion of the decal in place.
5. Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the decal
backing paper.
2.6.2. DECAL LOCATIONS
Replicas of the safety decals that are attached to the equipment are shown in the
figure(s) that follow. Proper safety procedures require that you familiarize
yourself with the various safety decals and the areas or particular functions that
the decals apply to as well as the safety precautions that must be taken to avoid
serious injury, death, or equipment damage.
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