Wheatheart Self-Propelled Post Pounder Kit User Manual
Read this manual before using product. Failure
SELF-PROPELLED POST
POUNDER KIT
TRAILER POST POUNDER MODEL
INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
to follow instructions and safety precautions can
result in serious injury, death, or property
damage. Keep manual for future reference.
Part Number: IM12 R3
Revised: Nov/12
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. Purpose of the Equipment........................................................................................ 6
2. Safety .................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1. General Safety ......................................................................................................... 8
2.2. Installation Safety..................................................................................................... 8
2.3. Operation Safety ...................................................................................................... 9
2.4. Transport Safety..................................................................................................... 11
2.5. Hydraulic Safety..................................................................................................... 11
2.6. Safety Decals......................................................................................................... 12
2.6.1. Decal Installation...................................................................................... 12
2.6.2. Safety Decal Locations............................................................................. 12
3. Operation ............................................................................................................................ 15
3.1. Placement & Operation Procedure......................................................................... 15
3.2. Transport Preparation ............................................................................................ 17
4. Installation .......................................................................................................................... 19
4.1. Ring Gears............................................................................................................. 19
4.2. Wheel Drives.......................................................................................................... 19
4.3. Front Wheel Assembly........................................................................................... 22
4.4. Spike Installation.................................................................................................... 23
4.5. Valve and Valve Mount .......................................................................................... 24
4.6. Oil Reservoir........................................................................................................... 25
4.7. Hydraulics............................................................................................................... 26
5. Appendix............................................................................................................................. 27
5.1. SP Pounder Parts................................................................................................... 27
5.2. Hydraulics Parts..................................................................................................... 31
5.2.1. SP Pounder Hydraulics With Pilot Auger.................................................. 31
5.2.2. SP Pounder Hydraulics Without Pilot Auger............................................. 33
Limited Warranty..................................................................................................................... 35
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WHEATHEART - SELF-PROPELLED POST POUNDER KIT 1. INTRODUCTION
TRAILER POST POUNDER MODEL
1.Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Wheatheart Self-Propelled Post Pounder Kit. This
equipment is intended for the installation of fence posts, and will allow you to
perform your work safely and efficiently when you read and follow all of the
instructions contained in this manual. With proper care, your Self-Propelled Post
Pounder Kit will provide you with many years of trouble-free service.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to review with new
personnel. A sign-off form is provided on the inside front cover for your convenience. Call your local distributor or dealer if you need assistance or additional
information.
This manual should be regarded as part of the equipment. Suppliers of both new
and second-hand equipment are advised to retain documentary evidence that
this manual was provided with the machine.
Important: This is a supplemental manual which contains additional information about how
to operate a Self-Propelled Post Pounder Kit and is not a substitute for the Post
Pounder Operator Manual. An operator is not considered trained on how to
operate a Self-Propelled Post Pounder Kit unless they have read and understood
this manual and the Post Pounder Operator Manual.
Important: This is a supplemental manual which contains additional information about how
to operate a Self-Propelled Post Pounder Kit and is not a substitute for the Post
Pounder Operator Manual. An operator is not considered trained on how to
operate a Self-Propelled Post Pounder Kit unless they have read and understood
this manual and the Post Pounder Operator Manual.
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1.1. PURPOSE OF THE EQUIPMENT TRAILER POST POUNDER MODEL
1.1. PURPOSE OF THE EQUIPMENT
The Self-Propelled Post Pounder Kit is designed and manufactured for the
efficient installation of fence posts. Before operating near power lines or buried
gas lines, consult local utility companies. Ensure all support legs are secured on
the ground before operating. Use only a tractor, towing vehicle or skid steer
loader of adequate power and capacity to operate the machine. Use in any other
way is considered as contrary to the intended use.
The following are unacceptable misuses of the Self-Propelled Post Pounder Kit.
Damage caused by such misuse is not covered by warranty. When operating or
maintaining the Self-Propelled Post Pounder Kit, NEVER:
• let impact head free fall without pounding a post, if head must be lowered,
shut off and lock out power source and gently actuate hydraulic valve.
• use the hugger to straighten crooked post.
• use hands to isolate and identify leak.
• position a foot under the machine.
• transport without fully retracting the pounder mast head.
• modify the equipment.
This equipment should be operated, serviced, and repaired only by persons who
are familiar with its particular characteristics and who are acquainted with the
relevant safety procedures. Any arbitrary modifications carried out on this
equipment may relieve the manufacturer of liability for any resulting damage or
injury.
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2.Safety
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?
• 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 TRAILER POST POUNDER 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., Operational 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, operator, and maintenance personnel's responsibility to read and understand ALL safety instructions, safety decals, and manuals and follow them when 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 without written permission from the
manufacturer. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or
safety, and could affect the life of the equipment. Any unauthorized modification of the equipment voids the warranty.
• Do not allow any unauthorized person in the work area.
2.2. INSTALLATION SAFETY
1. Read and understand all safety instructions and all safety decals before
starting.
2. Follow good shop practices.
• Use properly sized tools, stands, jacks and hoists at all times.
• Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded.
• Use adequate light for the job at hand.
• Use 2 people to handle the heavy bulky components.
• Keep the assembly area neat and clean to prevent slipping or tripping.
• Place safety stands or large blocks under the machine or components
before going beneath the component for assembly
3. Stay away from overhead power lines and obstructions when lifting the
machine during assembly . Contact with power lines can cause electrocution.
Contact with obstructions can damage components or cause them to fail.
4. Tighten all fasteners to their specified torque before using the machine (See
“Specifications & Drive Options” on page 42).
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TRAILER POST POUNDER MODEL 2.3. OPERATION SAFETY
2.3. OPERATION SAFETY
In addition to the information provided in the standard Post Pounder manual:
• Only stand behind the controls when operating the self-propelled pounder .
• Chock wheels or lower spike to prevent machine from rolling and to
improve stability.
• Be careful when backing up machine.
• Ensure that your hands are clear of the hugger. Do not hold post in place
while trying to adjust machine position.
• Keep away from spike while operating.
• Hitch must be fully retracted, placing the spike further back from the frame
and making it less likely to penetrate a foot.
• Keep away from wheel arm while operating.
• Do not operate machine without wheel arm pin in place.
• Review the work safety area diagram (Figure 2.1) before using this equipment.
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2. SAFETY WHEATHEART - SELF-PROPELLED POST POUNDER KIT
OPERATOR ONLY AT
CONTROLS!
FLYING DEBRIS
HAZARD
CRUSHING ZONE!
KEEP CLEAR
CRUSHING
HAZARD!
WORK AREA!
TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY!
2.3. OPERATION SAFETY TRAILER POST POUNDER MODEL
Figure 2.1 Work Safety Area
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TRAILER POST POUNDER MODEL 2.4. TRANSPORT SAFETY
2.4. TRANSPORT SAFETY
In addition to the information in the standard post pounder manual:
• Lower spike or chock wheels to reduce risk of machine rolling and to improve
stability when attaching it to a tow vehicle.
• Raise spike and secure cylinder lock when transporting.
• Ensure jack is in transport position when towing machine.
• Review the work safety area diagram (Figure 2.1) before transporting.
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, clean and in
good condition.
• 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 adhesive. 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.
WARNING
Hydraulic fluid can cause serious injury if it
penetrates the skin. If it does, see a doctor
immediately.
• 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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