APE 50 User manual

MODEL 50 VIBRO WITH
MODEL 260 POWER UNIT
SERIAL NUMBER:
OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCEMANUAL
APE Model 50
with standard suppressor
APE Model 50
with excavator suppressor
(see page 2-2AB for parts details)

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Change
Number Page
Number Date Revision Description
Revision Record
01 -- 5/25/94 Added new pendant & misc updates.
02 2 - 2 6/1/95 Changeboltpartnumbers
03 2-7,8 7/7/95 Added Caisson Clamp Identification
04 All 9/96 Revisedtoreflectenginechangesinpowerunit.
05 1-4 9/99 AddedModel50excavatorsuppressorhousing
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Preface
General
This manual covers the Model 50 Vibratory Hammer and the Model 260 Power Unit. The data
providedinthismanualgivesthenecessaryinformationtooperateandmaintainAPEequipment.The
listed procedures are to be performed by qualified personnel who have an understanding of the
equipmentandwhofollowallsafetyprecautions.
Guide to Using the Manual
1. RefertotheTable of Contentsforthepage location ofapplicablesections.
2.AllweightsandmeasurementsinthismanualareinbothEnglishandMetricunits.
3.Themanualwillberevisedasnecessarytoreflectcurrentinformation.
Abbreviations
Thefollowingareabbreviationsusedwithinthismanual.
lbs. =Pounds
psi. =PoundsperSquareInch
hp. =Horse Power
gpm. =GallonsPerMinute
rpm. =RevolutionsPerMinute
hyd. =Hydraulic
NPT. = NationalPipe Thread
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Table of Contents Page
RevisionRecord................................................................................................... i
Preface ................................................................................................................. ii
Table of Contents................................................................................................. iii
Safety Precautions............................................................................................... v
IllustrationList...................................................................................................... vi
Table List .............................................................................................................. vi
Warranty ............................................................................................................... vii
I.GENERALINFORMATION .............................................................................................. 1-1
I-1.MachineFeatures............................................................................................. 1-1
I-2.MachineSpecifications..................................................................................... 1-2
A. Model 50 Vibro..................................................................................... 1-2
B. Model 260 Power Unit ........................................................................... 1-2
I-3.GeneralDescriptionof50Vibro ........................................................................ 1-3
A.SuppressorHousing.............................................................................. 1-4
B.TheVibratorGearbox ............................................................................ 1-5
C. Clamp Attachment ................................................................................ 1-6
D. Optional Attachments ........................................................................... 1-7
I-4.GeneralDescriptionofModel260PowerUnit ................................................... 1-8
II.MAJORCOMPONENTDEFINITION............................................................................... 2-1
II-1.ComponentIdentification.................................................................................. 2-1
II-2.HoseIdentification ........................................................................................... 2-3
II-3.Model260PowerUnitSkidIdentification ......................................................... 2-4
II-4.QuickDisconnectCouplings............................................................................ 2-5
II-5. Tool Set Identification.................................................................... .......... 2-6
II-6.CaissonClampIdentification............................................................................ 2-7
III.LOADINGANDUNLOADING ........................................................................................ 3-1
III-1.Model50VibratoryHammer............................................................................ 3-1
III-2.Model260PowerUnit ..................................................................................... 3-1
III-3.Whattodoifdamaged duringshipment .......................................................... 3-1
IV.PREPARATIONANDOPERATION ............................................................................... 4-1
IV-1.RiggingofVibratoryHammer.......................................................................... 4-1
IV-2.Installingthe ClampAttachment..................................................................... 4-1
IV-3. Plumbing the Vibro Hoses to the Power Unit .................................................. 4-2
IV-4.FillingVibratorPressureHoses ...................................................................... 4-3
IV-5.BleedingClampAttachmentHydraulicHoses ................................................ 4-3
IV-6.PrecautionsandRulesforOperation .............................................................. 4-4
IV-7.ReliefValveSettingsPriortoOperation - Model260....................................... 4-5
IV-8.Shut-downProcedures ................................................................................... 4-5
IV-9.OperationoftheRemoteControlPendant ...................................................... 4-6
IV-10.NormalStepstoOperateVibrator.................................................................. 4-6
V.MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................. 5-1
V-1.DailyMaintenanceRequiredPriortoOperation ............................................... 5-1
V-2. Checklist After Power Unit Engine Has Started ............................................... 5-1
V-3.MaintenanceandAdjustments:....... (75Hours).............................................. 5-2
V-4.MaintenanceandAdjustments:....... (EccentricBearings) ............................ 5-2
V-5.MaintenanceandAdjustmentsinSevereConditions ....................................... 5-2
V-6.Lubrication ...................................................................................................... 5-2
A.VibratoryGearbox ................................................................................. 5-2
B. Clamp Attachment ................................................................................ 5-2
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A-1.ENGINEOPERATIONINSTRUCTIONS........................................................... A-1
A.Pre-StartInspectionandProcedures..................................................... A-1
B.StartingThe Engine .............................................................................. A-2
C.EngineOperation .................................................................................. A-3
D.DeterminingCauseofShutdown ........................................................... A-7
A-2.MAINTENANCERECOMMENDATIONS ......................................................... A-9
A.LubricationSpecifications ..................................................................... A-10
B. Fuel Specifications................................................................................ A-11
C.CoolantSpecifications .......................................................................... A-11
D.LubricationandMaintenance................................................................. A-12
E. Electrical System ................................................................................. A-13
A-3.ENGINETROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................... A-14
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Table of Contents (Continued...)
V.MAINTENANCE (Continued...)
V-7.PowerUnit ...................................................................................................... 5-3
A. Power Unit Filters, Fluid Types and Capacities ..................................... 5-3
B. Hydraulic Fluid ...................................................................................... 5-4
C.DrainingandFillingHydraulicFluidTank ............................................... 5-4
D.CleaningHydraulicTankSuctionFilter .................................................. 5-4
E.ChangingHydraulicReturnFilterElelment ............................................ 5-5
F. Steps to Remove Filter Element ............................................................ 5-5
V-8.HydraulicMotor- Installation andStart-Up ...................................................... 5-6
VI.TROUBLESHOOTING:Model50Vibro ....................................................................... 6-1
VII. MODEL 260 POWER UNIT .......................................................................................... 7-1
VII-1.HydraulicCircuitry ......................................................................................... 7-1
A. Clamp Circuit ......................................................................................... 7-1
B.DriveCircuit ........................................................................................... 7-1
C.ReturnFilter........................................................................................... 7-2
D.HeatExchanger ..................................................................................... 7-2
E. Manual Pump ........................................................................................ 7-2
F.HydraulicOilTemperature ...................................................................... 7-2
G.HydraulicComponents .......................................................................... 7-2
H. Hydraulic Schematic.............................................................................. 7-3
VII-2.ElectricalCircuitry ......................................................................................... 7-4
A. Diesel Engine ........................................................................................ 7-4
B.Controls:UnderstandingHowThey Work ............................................... 7-4
C.Preparing TheElectrical System ForStart-Up........................................ 7-7
D.Engine SafetyShut-DownButton Switch ............................................... 7-7
E.EngineSafetyShut-Down(ThreeCausesOfEngineShut-Down) ........... 7-8
VII-3.RemoteControlPendant ............................................................................... 7-9
A.RemotePendant WiringDiagram ........................................................... 7-10
VII-4.Troubleshooting: PowerUnitElectrical ......................................................... 7-11
A. Engine Oil Pressure Switch ................................................................... 7-11
B.WaterTemperatureSwitch..................................................................... 7-11
C.Hydraulic Oil LevelSwitch...................................................................... 7-11
D. Oil Pressure Sending Unit (Cat Engines Older Models)......................... 7-12
E. Oil Pressure Sending Unit (Cummins Engines) .................................... 7-12
VII-5. Electrical Schematic ..................................................................................... 7-13
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Safety Precautions
(This list of precautions must be followed at all times to ensure personal & equipment safety.)
1. Read this manual from beginning to end before operating or working on this machine.
2. When operating in a closed area, pipe exhaust fumes outside. (WARNING: Breathing
exhaust fumes can cause serious injury and even death.)
3. When servicing batteries, avoid any type of spark or open flame. Batteries generate explosive
gases during charging. There must be proper ventilation when charging batteries.
4. Never Adjust or repair the unit while it is in operation.
5. Make sure the Control Pendant is in the "OFF" position before starting the unit.
6. Remove all tools and electrical cords before starting the unit.
7. Keep oily rags away from the exhaust system.
8. Never store flammable liquids near the engine.
9. Never stand under vibro at any time and keep your eyes on the vibro when it is in operation.
Keep a look out for loose bolts or leaking hydraulic lines.
10. Avoid pulling on hose quick dis-connect fittings. Move power unit closer to work if hoses cannot
reach.Donotusehosesasa towlinetotugthepowerunit!Ifahosefailsatthe hydrauliccouplers
then it is a result of "hose tugging by the pile crew".
11. Avoid kinks in the hoses. Kinks will cut the hose safety factor by 50 percent.
12. Always wear eye and ear protection.
13. Avoid standing downwind of vibrating piles. Dirt and other matter may become airborne and fall
into the unprotected eye.
14. Always wear a hardhat, gloves, and safety shoes.
15. Always attach safety line to pile when extracting or hoisting into position.
16. (WARNING) Never clamp vibro to pile and dis-connect from crane line. Lay vibro down on
ground when not in use.
17. Do not truck power unit with quick disconnect caps and plugs screwed on to fittings unless the
caps and plugs have wire rope safety lines attached. Store in storage box under control panel.
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Figure Title Page
1-A. MachineFeatures ........................................................ 1-1
1-B. General Description of 50 Vibro................................... 1-3
1-C. GeneralDescriptionofSuppressorHousing ................ 1-4
1-D. GeneralDescriptionofVibratoryGearbox.................... 1-5
1-E. GeneralDescriptionofClampAttachment ................... 1-6
1-F. ClampAttachmentHoleConfiguration.......................... 1-6
1-G. OptionalAttachments................................................... 1-7
1-H. GeneralDescription ofModel 260Power Unit.............. 1-8
2-A. ComponentIdentification ............................................. 2-1
2-B. HoseIdentification ....................................................... 2-3
2-C. Model260 Power UnitSkid Identification ..................... 2-4
2-D. QuickDisconnectCouplingIdentification ..................... 2-5
2-E. ToolSetIdentification........................................................ 2-6
2-F. CaisoonClampIdentification ....................................... 2-8
4-A. PowerUnitCouplerLayout........................................... 4-2
4-B. BleedingClampAttachment......................................... 4-3
5-A. HydraulicMotor-InstallationandStart-Up .................... 5-6
7-A. PowerUnitHydraulicSchematic .................................. 7-3
7-B. RemoteControlPendant.............................................. 7-9
7-C. RemoteControlPendantWiringDiagram..................... 7-10
Table Title Page
1-A. Machine Specifications - Model 50 Vibro..................... 1-2
1-B. Machine Specifications - Model 260 Power Unit .......... 1-2
2-A. ComponentIdentification ............................................. 2-2
Excavatorsuppressorpartsidentification .................... 2-2AB
2-B. HoseIdentification ....................................................... 2-3
2-C. Model260 Power UnitSkid Identification ..................... 2-4
2-D. QuickDisconnectCouplingIdentification ..................... 2-5
2-E. ToolSetIdentification........................................................ 2-6
2-F. CaisoonClampIdentification ....................................... 2-7
5-A. PowerUnit - Filters, Fluid Types and Capacities .......... 5-3
6-A. Trouble-Shooting ......................................................... 6-1
7-A. HydraulicComponents................................................. 7-2
Table List
Illustration List
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Warranty
American Piledriving Equipment, Inc.
STANDARD WARRANTY
American Piledriving Equipment, Inc. (APE/J&M) warrants new
products sold by it to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year after
the date of delivery to the first user and subject to the following conditions:
APE/J&M’s obligation and liability under this WARRANTY is expressly limited to repairing or
replacing at APE/J&M’s option, any parts which appear to APE/J&M upon inspection to have been
defective in material or workmanship. Such parts shall be provided at
no cost to the user, at the business establishment of APE/J&M or the authorized APE/J&M distributor
of the product during regular working hours. This WARRANTY, shall not apply to component parts or
accessories of products not manufactured by APE/J&M and which carry the warranty of the
manufacturer thereof, or to normal maintenance (scraped and skived lube and fuel lines, worn cushion
material in the drive base) or normal maintenance parts (such as fouled injectors, weakened check
valve springs, damaged grease fittings caused by use over time).
Replacement or repair parts installed in the product covered by this WARRANTY are warranted only
for the remainder of the warranty as if such parts were original
components of said product. APE/J&M makes no other warranty, expressed or implied and makes no
warranty of merchantability of fitness for any particular purpose.
APE’s obligation under this WARRANTY shall not include any transportation charges, costs of
installation, duty, taxes or any other charges whatsoever, or any liability for direct, indirect, incidental
or consequential damage or delay. If requested by APE/J&M, products or parts for which a warranty
claim is made are to be returned transportation prepaid to APE/J&M. Any improper use, including
operation after discovery of defective or worn parts, operation beyond rated capacity, substitution
of any parts whatsoever, or parts not approved by APE/J&M or any alteration or repair
by others in such manner as in APE/J&M’s judgment affects the product materially and
adversely, shall void this warranty.
ANY TYPE OF WELDING ON EQUIPMENT
WILL VOID THE WARRANTY
Refusal: Vibros: If the pile does not move one foot in 30 seconds of vibro operation (driving or pulling) at full speed. Resort to
a larger vibro. APE/J&M equipment may exceed the refusal driving criteria for short periods of time as may be needed
to penetrate hard soil layers or obstacles. In such cases, a heat gun is used to monitor the temperature of the bearings and
related components to prevent use of the machine beyond 195 degrees F. Contact APE/J&M or your local
APE/J&M distributor for special instructions when faced with refusal conditions.
Refusal: Diesels: Do not exceed 10 blows per inch or 120 blows per foot. In cases of setting of the pile it is
permitted to increase the blow count to 250 blows per foot, but only for one foot of driving penetration. Pile
inspectors should consult the APE factory for permission to exceed these limits. Failure to do so will void the
warranty. This standard specification is accepted by the DFI (Deep Foundations Institute) and the PDCA
(Pile Driving Contractors Association) and by all manufacturers of pile driving equipment.

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Figure 1-A. Machine Features
-Cumminsengine
-260(179kW)horsepower
-Lockable sheetmetal enclosure
- Hyd. flow from 0 to 80 gpm (328 lpm)
- 4,500 (310 bar) psi system
-Completetool boxprovided
-Bi-directionalflow foraugerwork
-50 foot(15m)electric pendant
-Backup controlsmounted onpanel
- Engine safety shutdowns built in
-Sound reductionbydesign
- Easy to change hydraulic filters
- One loop hydraulic system
-Large coolerkeeps oiltempdown
-Enoughpower torunlargervibros
APE MODEL 50 VIBRATORY
DRIVER/EXTRACTOR
FOR ALL TYPES OF PILE DRIVING AND EXTRACTING
APE MODEL 260 POWER UNIT
HYD POWER SOURCE FOR VIBROS, AUGERS, DECK WINCHES,
HYD. IMPACT HAMMERS, ETC.
I-1. Machine Features
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
-Just 6900 pounds (4300 with excavator mounting)
- One piece gear/eccentric design
- No pins, splines or keyways
- Eccentrics enhanced with lead
- 1300 inch pounds - very powerful
- Visual indicator shows crane line pull
- 56 Ton line pull maximum (20 tons on excavator)
- Large rubber elastomers - smooth
- Can mount and operate off backhoe
- Can be used under water
- Drives double & single sheets
- 4 wire hoses prevent failures
- Clamp fits H-beams & plates
- 56 Tons of drive force
- Motor recessed - out of harm's way
- Attachments for wood & pipe piles
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1300
56 Tons (498 kN)
0 - 1800
7/8" (22mm)
100 Tons (890 kN)
56 Tons (497 kN)
100' (30 m)
6900 lbs. (3136 kg)
52" (1,320 mm)
16" (406 mm)
61" (1,549 mm)
75" (1,905 mm)
I. GENERAL INFORMATION (Continued...)
I-2. Machine Specifications
I-2A. Model 50 Vibro - (Table 1-A.) Eccentric Moment
Drive Force
Frequency (cpm)
Amplitude
Pile Clamp Force
Line Pull for Extraction
Hydraulic Hose Length
Suspended Weight
Length
Width
Height
Height with Clamp*
* Weight and height includes sheeting clamp and 1/2 of hose bundle.
260h.p.Cummins6CT8.3
260(194kW)
2200rpm
4,500psi(310bar)
80gpm(303lpm)
80gpm(303lpm)
4,500psi(310bar)
6.5gpm (25lpm)
11,000 lbs (4,990 kg)
102"(260cm)
50"(127 cm)
60"(152 cm)
Engine
MaximumPower
OperatingSpeed
MaximumDrivePressure
Max.Hyd.Flow-Forward
Max.Hyd.Flow-Reverse
ClampPressure
ClampPumpFlow @2100rpm
Weight
Length
Width
Height
I-2B. Model 260 Power Unit - (Table 1-B.)
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1300
56Tons(498kN)
0- 1800
7/8"(22mm)
100Tons(890kN)
20 tons
4300lbs.
52"(1,320mm)
14 inches (355 mm)
61"(1,549mm)
75"(1,905mm)
Eccentric Moment
DriveForce
Frequency(cpm)
Amplitude
PileClampForce
Line Pull for Extraction
SuspendedWeight
Length
Width
Height
HeightwithClamp*
* Weight and height includes sheeting clamp and 1/2 of hose bundle.

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION (Continued...)
I-3. General Description of Model 50 Vibro
TheAPEModel50isavariablefrequencyvibratorypiledriver/extractordesignedtodriveandextract
alltypesofpilesincludingsheet,pipe,timber,concrete,H-beam,I-beam,andsteelplates.Inaddition,
thevibratorcanbeusedforsoilcompaction,installingwellcasings,andinstallationoftie-backsand
wickdrains.
TheModel50operatesinafrequencyrangeof0to1800cyclesperminutedependingonthehydraulic
flowandonthehydraulicmotorsfittedtothegeartrain.TheModel50isespeciallysuitedfordrivingor
extracting piles that are near buildings or other structures. This is because the Model 50 vibrates at
higherfrequenciesandthusislessdamagingtosurroundingsoils.
ThethreemajorpartstotheModel50areasfollows:
A.)TheSuppressorhousing.(Excavatorsuppressornotshownonthispage)
B.)TheGearbox.
C.)TheClampingAttachment.
Figure 1-B. General Description of 50 Vibro.
SUPPRESSOR
HOUSING
GEARBOX
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CLAMP ATTACHMENT
(shown with sheet clamp)

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION (Continued...)
I-3A. The Suppressor Housing
ThesuppressorhousingoftheModel50APEVibratoristhetoppartofthevibrothatattachestothe
craneline.Itisdesignedtoabsorbthevibrationgeneratedfromthevibratorgearbox. Threedifferent
typesofsuppressorscanbemountedtotheAPEModel50vibro. Thestandardsuppressorisforlight
tomediumwork,theheavydutysuppressorisforhardextraction. Athirdtypeofsuppressorisused
whentheunit ismountedtoanexcavator. Inaddition,manyspecialsuppressorshavedesignedfor
uniquejobs,suchasinside buildings where headroomisaproblem.
Figure 1-C. General Description of Suppressor Housing.
Lifting Pin
Elastomers
Suppressor
Housing
Safety Pin
Center Plate
Top Plate
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Excavatortypesuppressor
shownwithmountingpin.

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION (Continued...)
I-3B. The Vibrator Gearbox
Thevibrator gearboxcontains two high amplitude eccentric weights castin onepiece withthe gear.
The counterweight is filled, and therefore, enhanced with lead to increase eccentric moment. This
design is unique to the industry and was developed by the engineers of APE to solve a number of
problems associated with other types of vibrator machines. Both the eccentric and the drive gear
have been helically cut to provide high speed operation with reduced noise and wear. Vibration is
caused by the vertical movement created when the eccentrics are rotated. The eccentric and drive
gear are driven in line by one Volvo motor mounted on the outside face of the gearbox. The motor
is recessed for maximum protection. The eccentrics rotate on two shafts housed by four giant
sphericalbearings.Thegearsandbearingsreceivelubricationasaresultofthefluidsplashinginside
the gearbox when the gears are rotated. The oil level is quickly determined by looking at the site
gauge. The Model 50 can be operated under water to a depth of 30 feet without modifications.
(Consult factory for depths below 30 feet.)
Figure 1-D. General Description of Vibrator Gearbox.
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Hydraulic Motor
(Volvo f12-110)
Eccentric Bearing Covers
Oil
Level
GLASS SIGHT GAUGE
CHANGE OIL ONCE PER WEEK
OR WHEN BLACK
(Applies to all Model 50 vibros regardless of
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Figure 1-F. Clamp Attachment Hole Configuration.
I. GENERAL INFORMATION (Continued...)
I-3C. The Clamp Attachment
TheAPE50comeswithastandardsheetpileclampattachment.Theclampcontainstwogripping
jaws.Oneis"fixed"andoneis"moveable."Alargehydrauliccylinderoperatesthemoveablejawwith
upto250tonsofclampingforcedependingonclamppumpreliefpressure.Thejawsopenandclose
by turning a switch on the remote control pendant or may be operated by turning the switch at the
main control panel mounted behind one of the doors on the power unit. The valve can be manually
operated with a screwdriver if all electrical fails. The APE standard sheet pile clamp can be fitted
with jaws to fit many different types of piles including sheet piles, H-Beams, steel plates, steel rods,
pipe piles, wood piles, and concrete piles. (Contact APE or your local APE distributor for more
information on clamp attachments for special pile types.)
Figure 1-E. General Description of Clamp Attachment.
Clamp Cylinder
Clamp Attachment
Moveable Jaw
Fixed Jaw
Pile Guide
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7 ft. Caisson Beam (#901000)
8 ft. Caisson Beam (#902000)
11ft.Caisson Beam (#903000)
Caisson Clamp (#250000)
Figure 1-G. Optional Attachments
90 Degree Adapter
Plate (#905000)
4 ft. Extension Adapter
(#906000)
Clamp Attachment
APE 90 DEGREE
ADAPTER WITH EXTENSION
APE CAISSON CLAMP
I. GENERAL INFORMATION (Continued...)
I-3D. Optional Attachments
The following are some of the optional attachments for the APE Vibratory Hammers. (Contact APE
or your local APE distributor for more information about these and other available equipment.)
APE DELUXE CONCRETE /
WOOD CLAMP
(#907000)
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I. GENERAL INFORMATION (Continued...)
I-4. General Description of Model 260 Power Unit
TheModel50vibratorrunsofftheAPE260powerunit.TheAPE260hasa260horsepowerCUMMINS
6CT8.3engine.Theengineismountedtoa tubularframethatalsoservesasadieselfueltank.Asheet
metaland tubeframe covers theengine andis equippedwith lockingdoors forprotection fromthe
environment. Acontrolpanelislocatedbehindoneofthedoors andcomescompletewith a50foot
controlpendant.Therearetwohydraulictanksonthepowerunit. Oneisthemaintankandtheother
isastoragetankforextraoilincasethemaintankbecomesdepleted. Ahydraulictanksuppliesoilto
four pumps. One pump feeds the vibrator motor. A small pump feeds the clamp attachment. The
Vibratorisconnectedtothepowerunitviafivehydraulichoses. Thetwolarge1" hosesarethepressure
andreturnlinesforthevibratormotor. Thetwosmall3/8"hosesarefortheclampsystemandtheone
middlesized3/4"hoseisforthevibratormotorcasedrainline. Thehosesareattachedtothepower
unitbyconnectingthe"quickdisconnectfittings"ontheendofthehosesleadingfromthevibrator. The
fittingsgoononlyonewaysothereisnochanceofhookingupthehosesimproperly.
WARNING: Cleanwithetherora clean rag beforeinstallingquickdisconnects. Makesureyou
seatthequickdisconnectfittingsallthewaytight. Failuretotightenthequickdisconnectswill
stoptheflowofoilandwillpreventthevibrofromoperating. Failuretotightentheclampfittings
completelytightwillcausethejawstoeithernotopenornotclose. Ifthishappensyoumayhave
tocrackthefittingandbleedoffthepressuretoreleasethequickdis-connects.
Tube Frame
Lifting Eye
Hydraulic Tank
Quick Disconnect
Fittings
Fuel Tank
Locking Doors
Radiator
Figure 1-H. General Description of Model 260 Power Unit
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II. COMPONENT DEFINITION
II-1. Component Identification - Model 50 Vibratory Hammer
Figure 2-A. Component Identification. Page 2-1

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1 4 Model 50 Eccentric Bearing #111001
2 2 Eccentric Shaft #111003
3 4 Eccentric Bearing Cover #111004
4 4 Eccentric Shaft Spacer #111002
5 2 Eccentric Weight #111007
6 1 Vibratory Motor #112001
7 2 Motor Bearing #122002
8 1 Fitting#F40X-S-8-12MJICxMBSPP #112003
9 1 Motor Bearing Cover #112005
10 1 Drive Gear #112006
11 1 Bearing Spacer #122008
12 1 Gear Spacer #122009
13 1 Gear Carrier #122010
14 1 #10 SAE Breather Plug #122014
15 1 Breather Valve #112015
16 1 Motor Guard #112013
17 1 Motor Cover O-Ring Parker#2-258 #112019
18 2 Motor O-Ring Parker #2-163 #112020
19 1 VibratoryGearbox #113001
20 1 Bearing Spacer, narrowed #122011
21 1 O-Ring .070 C/S BUNA 70 Cord #113003
22 1 Magnetic Drain Plug #123004
23 1 Sight Gauge #123005
24 1 Gearbox Oil Level Plug #123006
25 1 Oil Fill Plug #123012
26 1 Center Bracket #123015
27 1 Outer Suppressor Housing #310101
28 4 #16 PIPE x 16 JIC #411018
29 2 Code 62 Split Flange #113010
30 6 Flange O-Ring #2-225 #113020
31 1 Bearing Cover O-Ring #2-276 #113101
32 1 Bolt Kit #114000
33 1 1/8" Grease Zert #211001
34 1 Jaw Pin #211002
35 1 Movable Jaw #211005
36 1 Fixed Jaw #211011
37 1 Sheet Pile Guide Assy. #211017
38 1 Clamp Body #211019
39 1 Clamp Cylinder - Model 150 #212001
40 2 #6 SAE / #6 JIC 45Deg. Fitting #212002
41 1 Plunger #212301
42 1 Cylinder End Cap #212302
43 1 Cylinder Piston #212303
44 -- Bolt-SHCS 5/8"NF x 1" (Machined) #114209
45 1 6" Rod Wiper #959-53 #212015
46 1 Type B Polypak #25006000-3758 #212016
47 1 Back-Up Ring #8-367 N300-90 #212017
48 2 O-Ring 70 Duro #2-367 #212018
49 1 Wear Ring #W125-6250-750 #212014
50 1 Piston Ring #TFE-R-30008 Bronze #212011
51 1 Parker O-Ring #2-356 #212013
52 1 Square Ring #4426 #212012
53 1 Wear Ring #W125-8000-750 #212020
54 -- ---------- ---------
55 8 Small Elastomers #311004
56 -- ---------- ---------
57 1 Center Pin #311006
58 -- ---------- ---------
59 6 Bolt-SHCS 7/8"NC x 2" #114218
60 1 Pop-OffValve #311009
61 1 Check Valve #311015
62 2 #12 PIPE #12 JIC Fitting #421016
63 6 #6 PIPE #6 JIC Fitting #421017
64 2 Danger Sticker - Small #000109
65 2 CAP #6 JIC #123011
66 1 Hose, Suppressor, Case Drain #411003
67 2 Hose, Suppressor, Clamp #411004
68 2 Hose, Suppressor, Motor Feed #411032
69 -- ---------- ---------
70 2 Hose, Pigtail, Motor Feed #411010
71 1 Hose, Pigtail, Case Drain #421009
72 2 Hose, Pigtail, Clamp Line #421010
73 -- ---------- ---------
74 11 Bolt-SHCS 1/2" x 1 1/2" w/LW/FW #114307
75 -- Bolt-SHCS 3/4"NC x 6" #114104
76 -- Bolt-SHCS 3/4"NC x 1 3/4" #124101
77 -- Bolt M14 x 30 #124112
78 -- Bolt-SHCS 3/4"NC x 1 3/4" #124101
79 -- Bolt-SHCS 5/8"NC x 2" #114114
80 -- Lockwasher 5/8" High Collar #114115
81 -- Bolt-SHCS 1/2"NC x 1" #114107
82 -- SAE 3/4" Flatwasher #114305
83 -- Bolt-SHCS 3/4"NC x 1 3/4" #124101
84 -- Bolt-SHCS 3/4"NC x 2 1/2" #114301
85 -- Lockwasher 3/4" High Collar #114105
86 -- Bolt-SHCS 1"NC x 9" #114206
87 -- 1" Lockwasher - High Collar #114207
88 -- Bolt-SHCS 1 1/2" x 3 1/2" #114201
89 -- 1 1/2" Lockwasher - High Collar #114202
90 -- Bolt-SHCS 1"NC x 3" #114208
91 -- Bolt 1 1/4"NF x 3 1/2" GR.8 Hex #114204
92 -- 1 1/4" Lockwasher - High Collar #114205
QtyItem Part #
Description
II. COMPONENT DEFINITION (Continued...)
II-1. Component Identification
ThefollowingisagenerallistingoftheAPE50 major componentsandpartnumbers.
(PleaseseeFigure2-A.forcomponentlocation.)
QtyItem Part #
Description
Table 2-A. Component Identification
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Item Description partnumber Qty
1 Innersuppressor 312103 1
2 Outersuppressor 312102 1
3 Elastomerplate 311003 8
4 Elastomer 311004 8
5 Rubberbumppadw/bushings 312109 & 312110 1
6 Shearpin(discontinued) 1
7 Centerswivelpin 312106 1
8 Swivelmountblock(now part of thesuppressorweldment) 1
9 Shacklemount 312107 1
10 Plastic swivel bushing 312108 1
11 Spring pin 1 1/4" x 5 3/4" 114500 (note: This part is sold as part of the bolt kit)
12 Grease fitting 221001 2
13 Hex headcap screw3/4" x2 1/4"with lockwashers 16
14 Hex headcap screw3/4" x3 3/4"with lockwashers 8
15 Socket head cap screw 5/8" x 3 1/2" with lock washers 8
16 Socket head cap screw 1/2" x 7/8" with lock washers 32
17 Socket head cap screw 3/8" x 1 1/2" with lock washers 4
18 Hex head cap screw 1/2" x 3/4" with lock washers 4
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