Beton Trowel BTR60H Technical specifications

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OPERATING AND SAFETY
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
RAMMER
BTR60H –BTR76H –BTR78Y

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Beton Trowel NV thank you for purchasing our Rammer.
We know you will be very satisfied with the superior quality and performance.
Best manufacturing and precision machining process combined with detailed and
strict quality control procedures of every component ensure that the Rammer will
provide a long service life.
To ensure a trouble free and extended life of your machine please follow the
operating, safety and service instructions laid out in this manual.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.1. SPECIFICATION................................................................................... 4
1.2. SAFETY INSTRUCTION................................................................... 7
1.3. SAFETY SYMBOL FOUND ON MACHINE.............................. 7
1.4. OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS.................................................... 8
1.5. GENERAL SAFETY ............................................................................ 8
1.6. STARTING SAFETY........................................................................... 9
1.7. OPERATION SAFETY ....................................................................... 9
1.8. SERVICING SAFETY ....................................................................... 10
1.9. ENGINE .................................................................................................. 11
1.10. SHUTDOWN..................................................................................... 11
2.0. RAMMER OPERATING PROCEDURE....................................... 12
2.1. PRE-CHECK............................................................................................ 12
2.2. STARTING ............................................................................................... 14
2.3. OPERATING............................................................................................ 16
2.4. STOPPING ............................................................................................ 18
3.0. SERVICE TRANSPORT & STORAGE.......................................... 18
3.1. TRANSPORTATION............................................................................ 24
4.0. TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................... 26
5.0. Parts list .................................................................................................. 29
6.0. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .............................................. 51

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1.1. SPECIFICATION
Table 1: Tamping Rammer Specification
Model
BTR60H
BTR76H
BTR78Y
Overall Dimension
(mm)
680L x 650B x
1030H
720L x 412B x
1043H
720L x 412B x
1043H
Shoe Size (mm)
250 x 300
280 x 330
280 x 330
Blows/Minute
600~695
640~680
640~680
Impact Force (kg)
Up to 1,000~1,200
Up to
1,600~1,800
Up to
1,600~1,800
Jump Stroke (mm)
30 to 80
55 to 85
55 to 85
Travel speed(m/min)
12
12
12
Fuel Tank Capacity
(L)
2.0
2.0
2.5
Clutch
Automatic
Centrifugal
Automatic
Centrifugal
Automatic
Centrifugal
Weight (kg)
60
76
80

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Table 2: Engine Specification
Model
Honda GX100
Honda GXR120
Yanmar L48AE
Type
Air-cooled, 4 stroke
(OHV) single
cylinder, gasoline
engine
Air-cooled, 4 stroke
(OHV) single
cylinder, gasoline
engine
Air-cooled, 4 stroke
(OHV) single
cylinder, diesel
engine
Piston
Displacement
98cm3
121cm3
121cm3
Continuous
Output
1.8kW/3600min-1
(2.4HP/3600rpm)
2.1kW/3600min-1
(2.8HP/3600rpm)
2.5kW/3600min-1
(3.4HP/3600rpm)
Maximum
Output
2.1kW/3600min-1
(3.0HP/3600rpm)
2.6kW/3600min-1
(3.5HP/3600rpm)
3.1kW/3600min-1
(4.2HP/3600rpm)
Direction of
Rotation
Counterclockwise,
facing P.T.O. Shaft
Counterclockwise,
facing P.T.O. Shaft
Counterclockwise,
facing P.T.O. Shaft
Lubricant
Class SE, SF or
higher grade, SAE
#20, #30, #40 or
multi-grade engine
oil
Class SE, SF or
higher grade, SAE
#20, #30, #40 or
multi-grade engine
oil
Class SE, SF or
higher grade, SAE
#20, #30, #40 or
multi-grade engine
oil
Fuel
Automobile
Gasoline
(unleaded)
Automobile
Gasoline (unleaded)
Automobile
Diesel
Spark Plug
NGK B6ES
(CHAMPION N4C)
NGK B6ES
(CHAMPION N4C)
N/A
Starting
System
Recoil Starter
Recoil Starter
Recoil Starter
Dry Weight
10.6kg
10.4kg
15.9kg
Dimension
Length x Width
x Height
283mm x 330mm x
334mm
283mm x 330mm x
334mm
283mm x 330mm x
334mm
Spark Plug
Max Output
2.1kw(3.0PS)
2.6kw(3.5PS)
N/A

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Table 3: Sound Power Level
Model
Power source
Measured
sound power
level (dB)
Guaranteed
sound power
level (dB)
Max. Sound
Pressure level
(dB)
BTR60H
Honda GX100
109.4
109
98.5
BTR76H
Honda GXR120
109.4
109
98.5
BTR78Y
Yanma L48AE
109.4
109
98.5
Note: - The test for sound power is conducted in conformance to prEN 500-4:2001
- The test for vibration is conducted in conformance to prEN 500-4:2001 with
the test complying with BS EN 1033:1996
The recommended speed of advance
or reverse while using this machine is
12m/min and 6m/min respectively
CAUTION
Do exercise caution while
handling the machine as too fast
in advancing or reversing the
machine might result in injury to
foot.
FORWARD
12m/min
REVERSE
6m/min

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1.2. SAFETY INSTRUCTION
This section outlines the basic things to take note when BETON TROWEL tamping
rammer is to be used for work. It is a powerful and productive machine, henceforth
safety and care must be taken seriously while handling it or serious injury (which in
some case might cause death), property damage, or both may result.
This safety alert symbol identifies important safety message throughout this manual.
Please read carefully and follow instruction when symbol appear in any of the
paragraph.
1.3. SAFETY SYMBOL FOUND ON MACHINE
Decal can be found on the machine itself. All decal indicate important safety instruction
and reminder that the user must follow before handling the machine. But following the
safety instruction of the decal is not sufficient, it is still necessary for the user to read
through the user manual and go through proper training before handling the machine.
Below are the safety symbols that one can find on the machine itself.

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1.4. OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS
Carefully read and understand this entire manual before operating machine.
Inexperience in operating any machine or attachment can be hazardous and may
cause injury or even death in some cases. Trial and error is not the way to become
familiar with a piece of equipment and this can be dangerous, expensive, reduce
equipment life and create machine downtime. Whenever possible, an experience
operator should be the best person to operate this machine. If new operator is to
handle this machine, it is best that training and supervision is to be given by
experience user before letting new operator to operate it on his/her own.
1.5. GENERAL SAFETY
CAUTION:
Protection is required while handling equipment. Wear a hardhat, shatterproof glass;
steel toed boots (non skid sole), earplug, gloves and other protective devices as
required by job conditions. Avoid wearing jewelry or loose fitting clothing that may
snag on controls or moving parts and cause serious injury. It is best that operator
keep his/her hair short or tie and bun up if possible.
CAUTION
•READ OWNER’S SERVICE MANUAL BEFORE
OPERATING OR SERVICING THIS MACHINE
•ALWAYS KEEP UNAUTHORIZED, INEXPERIENCED,
UNTRAINED PEOPLE AWAY FROM THIS MACHINE
•MAKE SURE ALL SAFETY DEVICES ARE OPERATIONAL
BEFORE THIS MACHINE IS STARTED. MAKE SURE
ENGINE IS TURNED OFF AND SPARK PLUG WIRE
DISCONNECTED BEFORE SERVICING THE MACHINE OR
COMING IN CONTACT WITH ANY MOVING PART. IF
EQUIPMENT IS POWERED BY AN ELECTRIC MOTOR.
DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL PLUG.
•NEVER LEAVE MACHINE UNATTENDED WHEN
OPERATING. ALWAYS STOP ENGINE AND ALLOW
ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE ADDING FUEL OR OIL.

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1.6. STARTING SAFETY
Start and operate only in well-ventilated environment as exhaust fumes contain
poisonous gas e.g. carbon monoxide that can cause loss of consciousness, injury or
death if excessive of it is inhaled.
1.7. OPERATION SAFETY
It is essential that the user take extra precaution in handling the machine because he
is not only responsible for his own safety but also to the surrounding people and
environment. Extra care need to be exercise in-order to ensure safe and quality work
is achieve at ease. Here is some safety tips:
Safety Tips in Handling Machine
•Know how to stop the engine quickly and understand how to operate all of the
controls. Never permit anyone to operate the machine without proper
instruction.
•Do not operate under influence of alcohol and or on medication that cause
drowsiness.
•Keep children and pets away from the machine when it is in operation.
•Stay away from rotating and moving parts while the engine is running.
•A spark arrester is provided as an optional part for this engine. It is illegal in
some areas to operate the engine without a spark arrester. Check local law and
regulations before operating the engine.
•Work according to the rules and regulation of the work area.
•Work behind a safety and comfortable distance from the Foot Plate.

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1.8. SERVICING SAFETY
It is necessary to service and maintain your machine regularly so as to ensure safe
usage of the machine. Regular service and maintenance can help to prolong machine
lifespan so that you can reduce the machine cost in your project and profit from your
investment. Below are points to take note while servicing the machine:
Preventing Fires
•Never add fuel to the fuel tank while the engine is running.
•Wipe away all fuel spills with a clean cloth. Keep gasoline, kerosene, matches
and other explosive and inflammables away from the engine, because the
temperature around the exhaust muffler is very high during operation.
•Operate the engine on a level surface as much as possible. The allowable
inclination of the engine for continuous use is 20 degrees. There may be fuel
spillage and/or lube oilpressure problems ifthe engine is tilted beyond that limit.
•Do not put the engine or the engine-mounted machinery indoors while the
engine is still hot.
Preventing Burns
•Never touch the muffler, muffler cover or engine body while engine is running
or hot.
Preventing Injury
•Use the correct tools and equipment
•Adopt correct posture while carrying heavy load or lifting the machine.
•Adopt correct position to service the machine.
•Dispose or contain the waste engine and rammer lube properly. Wipe clean
the work area if lube is spill on the ground. Slippery work area is dangerous.

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1.9. ENGINE
Please refer to Honda GX100 engine, Honda GXR120 engine, or Yanmar L48AE
operation manual.
1.10. SHUTDOWN
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN:
An ‘ON’ ‘OFF’ switch can be found on the engine. To stop the machine immediately,
toggle the switch from ‘ON’ position to ‘OFF’ position.
NORMAL SHUTDOWN:
Move throttle quickly from OPERATION position to IDLE position and run engine for
3 to 5 minute at low speed to allow it to cool. After engine cool, the user can exercise
2 ways to off the engine and they are
a. Toggle the switch of the engine to ‘OFF’ position
b. Close the fuel cock.

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2.0. RAMMER OPERATING PROCEDURE
It is necessary to familiar with the procedure of operating BETON TROWEL tamping
rammer before handling the machine. The procedure is as follows:
i. Pre-Check
ii. Starting
iii. Operating
iv. Stopping
v.
Below is a diagram that gives a general introduction to the machine parts
The diagram shows all the essential parts that the user must be familiar with before
operating the rammer. Identify the controls of the rammer. The throttle lever, engine
lubrication oil, oil fill plug, oil lever sight glass and recoil starter handle.
2.1. PRE-CHECK
AIR CLEANER
HANDLE
SHOCK ABSORBER
BELLOW
PROTECT SLEEVE
FOOT
FUEL TANK
THROTTLE LEVER
RECOIL STARTER
DRAIN PLUG (ENGINE)
OIL LEVEL SIGHT GLASS

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Before starting up the rammer, it is necessary to do a pre-check of the machine.
Below is a list of items place in order to check before starting:
i. Rammer Gearbox and Spring Cylinder
Gearbox and spring cylinder uses oil bath lubrication system. Check the oil level through oil level sight gauge at the
rear of the foot. If oil is not visible, add SAE CF class or higher 10W40
ii. Engine and Fuel Tank
Use only automobile gasoline fuel. For first time usage of the machine, ensure that the fuel pipeline is filled with
gasoline and it passes through the carburetor to have smooth start of the engine. Ensure cap is close tight after filling
fuel tank with gasoline.
Check the engine oil regularly before starting the engine. Move the engine to a vertical position and check the oil level
from the oil level gauge (engine). Make sure that the oil level is about 800cc. Use only SE, SF (API classification or
higher grade oil) for engine oil. Please refer to section 1.6 Table 2.
CAUTION:
•Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where engine is
refueled or where gasoline is stored.
•Do not overfill the fuel tank. If any fuel is spilled, make sure that the
area is dry before starting the engine
•The engine may be damaged if operated with insufficient lube oil. It
is also dangerous to supply too much lube oil to the engine because
a sudden increase in engine rpm could be caused by its combustion
and the oil temperature will become dangerously high. Always
check the lube oil level before starting the engine and refill, if
necessary
iii. Fasteners
Check all nuts, bolts and fasteners for tightness. Retighten if necessary. Operating such high impact machine with
loose joint can cause oil leakage, excessive wear, damage part(s) and hence shorten life span of the machine.

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iv. Cleanliness
Check for leakage of lube oil from the engine and protective sleeve. Wipe clean and start running for a few minute. If
problem persist refer to troubleshooting section. Clean the recoil starter and foot so that it is dirt free. Wipe the entire
unit clean before operating.
v. Missing part
Check for missing part(s) and replace it. If part(s) are excessive worn replace it
with a new one. Replace any missing or damage Safety/Operation decals.
2.2. STARTING
Starting the rammer require a few simple step. To start the rammer, read the below
procedure;
CAUTION
⚫Engine parts are hot after operation. If need to restart the machine
immediately after stopping, do wear glove to turn on the switch to
prevent burn.
a. Lower the fuel cock lever to let fuel flow. To start, switch must be in the “ON”
position. (Diagram 1 and Diagram 2)
b. With carburetor choke lever closed, set throttle lever (Speed Control Lever) to
IDEL position. In cold weather, choke should be closed fully, while in summer
season or if engine is warm, make it half open or full open. In case the engine
failed to start, leaving the choke lever fully closed causes excessive fuel intake.
Therefore, it should be returned to the half open position. (Diagram 3)
c. Grip the recoil starter and pull it a little to feel a slight resistance. Then pull it
powerfully from there. If engine fail to start, repeat the action. Once engine start,
don not release the handle immediately as this will cause the handle to have a
snap back action and damage the starter coil case. Release the handle slowly
to the starter case. (Diagram 4)

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d. If the engine has started, while listening to explosion sounds, return the choke
lever slowly to full open position. Be sure to perform a warm up run for a period
of 3 to 5 minutes at low speed, while paying attention to gas leakage or
abnormal sound.
e. If it is difficult to start the engine by repeatedly pulling the starter rope, remove
ignition plug and check the sparking performance. If the plug is wet due
excessive fuel intake or soiled, replace the plug or clean sufficiently to its
internals. With the ignition plug removed, pull the recoil starter handle 2 to 3
times to discharge excessive blended gas.

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2.3. OPERATING
Throttle lever in idle position Throttle lever in operating position
Safety tips
⚫Do wear a pair of gloves while operating machine to reduce
fatigue cause by vibration
Follow the below steps while operating the rammer and refer to Diagram 5.
a. Move the throttle lever quickly from IDLE to Operation position to start tamping
action. DO NOT move the throttle lever slowly as this may cause damage
to the clutch or spring and unstable performance of the rammer may result.
b. After starting the tamping action, adjust the jumping stroke motion to suit
particular soil condition by lightly controlling the throttle lever. When the engine
speed fall between the set values shown on the engine, your work can be
carried out at the best efficiency and effectiveness.
c. The tamping rammer is design to tamp the ground at 600 to 700 times per
minute for tamping rammer at an engine speed of 3250rpm~3350rpm.
Increasing the speed above the recommended rpm willnot increase the rammer
effectiveness. Impact will actually decrease because a resonance is create
rather than increasing the tamping effect, thus damage to the unit can result.

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d. Under cold weather, the oil in the machine being viscous, resistance at
reciprocating part is greater causing tamping rammer to perform somewhat
irregular movement. Therefore, it is recommended to perform a warm up run by
moving the throttle lever from OPERATION to IDLE position quickly and
continuously for several times before entering the work.
e. Soil contacting surface of the foot is lined with heat-treated metal sheet for extra
strength. However, for compacting cobblestone, use the filling-up soil for
example so that the foot hits the soil uniformly.
f. The machine is design to travel forward while tamping. To increase the travel
speed, a slight back pull to the handle is necessary so that the rear of the foot
shall contact the soil first, thus giving the extra forward trust to the rammer.
g. To stop tamping action, quickly move the
throttle lever from OPERATION to IDLE
position. Do not move the lever slowly as
irregular action and damage may result.

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2.4. STOPPING
a. Let the engine run for three minute at idle
speed to allow proper cool down of the engine.
This will prevent improper cylinder lubrication,
which can be caused by overheated engine.
b. After the engine is cooled down, toggle the
switch to OFF position or close the Fuel Cock.
c. Pull the starter handle slowly and return the
handle to its original position when resistance
is felt. This action is necessary to prevent
outside moist air from intruding into the
carburetor chamber.
3.0. SERVICE TRANSPORT & STORAGE
CAUTION:
Flammable liquid is used for this machine. No naked flames are allowed
within 6m radius of machine. Fire or explosion could result from flame or
sparks or if fuel is spilled on a hot engine.
Moving parts is hazardous. Shut down the engine before performing any
service or maintenance to the machine. Contact with moving parts can
cause unwanted and serious injury.
High temperature of machine after operation. Allow machine and engine
to cool before performing service or maintenance function. Contact with
hot component can cause serious burns.

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It is essential to do regular maintenance to the machine for safe usage and prolong
its life span of the machine. Even the world best machine will fail or shorten life span
if it is not serviced and maintained regularly and properly. Below is the breakdown of
the service and maintenance procedure:
a. Daily
•Remove oil and dirt thoroughly from the engine and control area.
•Clean or replace cleaner as necessary
•Check and retighten all fasteners as necessary.
•Check protective sleeve, bellow and engine for oil leaks. Repair as
needed.
•Remove element from pre-cleaner at the top of crankcase and clean it by
air.
b. Weekly (every 25 hours)
•Clean air cleaner cover.
•Clean off carbon deposits on the spark plug
electrode using a plug cleaner or wire brush
•Adjust spark plug gap to 0.02-0.3 inch
(0.6-0.7mm).
c. Monthly (every 200 hours)
•Remove fuel filter cap and inspect for
rough particle. Clean fuel tank and fuel
filter.
•Inspect fuel strainer for water and dirt.
Close the fuel cock and remove strainer
cup to remove water and dirt. Clean it
with gasoline and reinstall securely to
prevent leakage

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d. Replacement of lubricant (BODY)
•Remove the drain plug at the rear of the rammer foot and drain dirty oil. Refill
with clean oil to the middle of the sight glass. Oil bath contains approx 800cc
for BTR76H/BTR78Y. Oil should be midway in sight glass.
•The interval oil change is 50hours after first operation and subsequent
200hours after each and every operation of rammer.
e. Replacement of lubricant (ENGINE)
•For quick discharging, remove the drain
plug while engine is still warm. It is
advisable to take off the oil gauge.
Replace the drain plug and refill
lubricant thru engine crankcase.
•The interval of oil change is 20hours
after first operation and subsequent
50hours after each and every operation
of engine.
f. Cleaning Robin Engine Air Cleaner
•Clean the urethane foam using gasoline.
•Wash the element in kerosene or diesel
fuel. Saturate it in a mixture of 3 parts of
kerosene or diesel fuel and 1 part of
engine oil. Shake off excessive oil and
reinstall
•If an oil bath or special air cleaner with
pre-cleaner is used, clean the oil pan, fill
oil to the required level or clean the dust
pan