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Contents
Chapter 1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 GENERALITIES
1.2 IDENTIFICATION
1.3 APPLICATIONS
1.4 STRUCTURE AND OPERATING OF THE MACHINE
Chapter 2 SAFETY INFORMATION
2.1 GENERAL SAFETY STANDARDS
2.2 SAFETY GUARDS
2.3 DANGEROUS PARTS AND RESIDUAL RISKS
2.4 NOISE
Chapter 3 INSTALLATION
3.1 LIFTING
3.2 UNPACKING
3.3 INSTALLATION
3.4 ELECTRIC CONNECTIONS
Chapter 4 FEATURES OF THE APPLIANCE
4.1 DIMENSIONS AND MASS
Chapter 5 OPERATOR’S INTERFACE
5.1 CONTROLS AND MESSAGES
Chapter 6 USE
6.1 WARNINGS
6.2 SWITCHING ON THE APPLIANCE
6.3 TOOLING UP
6.4 PROGRAMMING THE CONTROL PANEL
6.5 PROCEDURE FOR THE OPENING OF THE SAFETY GUARDS
6.6 STANDARD STOP
6.7 STARTING AFTER AN EMERGENCY STOP
6.8 STOP CONTROLLED BY SAFETY DEVICES.
6.9 SWITCHING OFF
6.10 TRIAL STARTING
6.11 EXAMPLE OF OPERATING
Chapter 7 MAINTENANCE
7.1 STANDARD MAINTENANCE
7.2 SPECIAL MAINTENANCE
7.3 PERIODICAL INSPECTION
7.4 PERIODICAL OPERATION
Chapter 8 DIAGNOSIS
8.1 DIAGNOSIS
Chapter 9 SCRAPPING
9.1 SETTING ASIDE
9.2 SCRAPPING
ENCLOSURES
A COMPLETE APPLIANCE
B SOUNDPROOF CABINET (B031N Optional)
C DETAIL AND ACCESSORIES
D CONTROL PANEL
EEC CONFORMITY DECLARATION (FOR EEC COUNTRIES ONLY)
Addendum CONTROL PANEL
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Chapter 1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 GENERAL FEATURES
This manual id addressed to the carrier, the installer, the user, the maintenance operator, the scrapping
operator.
Please read it carefully because it informs you about the operating of the machine in safety conditions.
This manual has to be considered a part of the product and concerns only the machine it is delivered with.
Keep the manual in order during the whole life of the appliance to consult it for any needs.
In case of sale, the manual and its enclosures should be given together with the machine.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages caused by a misuse of the machine.
The manufacturer has the right to modify this technical literature as well as the machines this refers to
without any previous notice.
Messages meaning:
ATTENTION It shows the procedures that can damage seriously the machine if they are not
followed carefully
DANGER It shows the procedures that can be dangerous to the operator if they are not
followed carefully
1.2 IDENTIFICATION
MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION : See the cover page
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION : See the plate on the machine where you can find complete
identification data as well as electrical features.
1.3 APPLICATIONS
The automatic Marshall compactor has been studied for the compaction of Marshall specimens.
The equipment is made for the aim, which it has been conceived for.
Any other uses are not allowed.
ATTENTION The instructions given in this operating manual are only made for the right use of the
appliance. To carry out the test in the right way, the user must refer to the specific
standards in force for the test itself.
1.4 STRUCTURE AND OPERATING OF THE MACHINE
Two main parts form the appliance:
THE COMPACTOR (ENCLOSURE A) is mainly formed by a steel base placed over a wooden pedestal.
A mould housing the specimen is located upon the base. A hammer driven by a trip mechanism
provides specimen compaction. The hammer is lifted to a height of 457,2 mm and allowed to fall free
at 50 blows in 55-60 second .
THE CONTROL PANEL (ENCLOSURE B). It allows controlling and managing the compactor functions.
Consult the enclosed file for further details.
On demand it’s available as accessory the soundproof cabinet to avoid noise.
Do not hesitate to get in touch with the manufacturer or with the dealer for any further information.

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Chapter 2 SAFETY INFORMATION
2.1 GENERAL SAFETY STANDARDS
The use, lifting, installation, maintenance and scrapping of the machine are allowed only to
qualified staff. A qualified staff is composed by people who are authorised by the safety responsible to do
any activities due to their experience and acknowledgement of the operating of the machine and of the
standards, rules and actions.
The user must be carefully taught about the operating of the machine to avoid any misuse of it and about
the safety devices, which the machine could be eventually equipped with. The safety devices will have to
be kept always assembled and to be daily checked.
The manufacturer offers training and assumes no liability for any damages due to a misuse of the
machine by an unskilled staff.
The manufacturer recommends following carefully the instructions and procedures of the operating
manual and the safety standards concerning the safety devices and the general rules of the work
environment.
Verify the accordance of the machine to the standards in force in the State where the machine has to be
installed.
The operating manual must be carefully read by the safety responsible, by the operators and maintenance
engineers. It must always be kept near the machine in order to be able to read it any times it will be
necessary.
Any tampering or modifications of the machine (electric, mechanical etc.) that are not allowed by a written
agreement of the manufacturer must be considered as not permitted and the manufacturer will not accept
to be charged for any damages.
The removal or the tampering of the safety devices will be an infringement to the EEC Safety Standards.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages.
The machine has to be installed in places safe from fire and explosions.
We do recommend using only original spare parts and accessories; on the contrary the manufacturer
assumes no liability.
Be careful that any dangerous situations won’t happen during the working; stop immediately the machine
in the event that it will not work properly and ask the manufacturer or the Authorised Service Staff of the
dealer at once.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages to people, things and animals caused by the non-
compliance of the above instructions.
2.2 SAFETY GUARDS
MEANING: Safety devices are all the safety measures which consist of the use of specific technical
equipment (guards, cages etc.) to protect the operator from any danger that couldn’t be avoided when the
appliance is planned.
DANGER The removal of the safety devices or any tampering of the machine could cause risks
to the operator or to any other people.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages to people, things or animals
due to the tampering of the safety devices.
FIX AND MOVABLE SAFETY DEVICES
The testing machine is supplied in two versions:
The STANDARD version where no safety devices are foreseen.
The EUROPEAN CE version where a safety micro is foreseen. This enables the access to the
moving parts during the test execution.
ACTIVE SAFETY DEVICE
For active safety devices are meant all those devices avoiding or reducing the risks for the operators. These
devices require an active and aware intervention to be operated.
On the control panel there’s a Main Switch also acting as safety switch

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PASSIVE SAFETY DEVICES
For passive safety devices are meant all those devices avoiding or reducing the risks for the operators.
These devices don’t require any intervention to be operated.
On the Compactor, supplied with safety guards, you can find a protection micro switch that stops the machine
functioning whenever the carter is not closed correctly or it is opened during the test running.
2.3 DANGEROUS PARTS AND RESIDUAL RISK
The dangerous place is the space inside and around the machine where the operator could be wounded or
damaged.
During some procedures the operator could face some risks of danger.
The risks can be eliminated following carefully the procedures written in this manual and using suitable safety
devices.
ATTENTION In case the machine installation is not done by the Manufacturer, employ only skilled
operators particularly trained for the lifting of heavy machinery.
GENERAL INFO
Before starting the standard use of the equipment, ensure that all the components are in good
working conditions check there are no defective or damaged parts. If necessary repair or replace
any damaged part.
Do not wear large clothes, ties, kettles, watches or others, which could entangle in the frame as well as
in any moving part of the machine.
Pay attention to the risk for electric shocks both direct and indirect, due to a failure to the electric system.
Do not subject the appliance to impacts or shocks.
Do not expose the appliance to fire, extreme temperatures or weld splatter.
Avoid corrosive substances to come in touch with the appliance.
Do not wash the machine using water spray.
DURING THE USE
In order to grant the maximum security level for the operator, do not touch any moving part of the
appliance during the test execution and wear the convenient protection devices.
If the appliance is not equipped with safety guards, do not stand nearby during the test execution.
This will avoid any incidental contact with the falling hammer.
If the appliance is provided with safety guards, pay attention to the risk of finger squeeze when closing
the same.
DURING THE LIFTING
During the lifting take care that the machine is conveniently held and secured and that it cannot slide.
Do not stand in a direct line with the application of force. Do not allow people entrance under loads that
are no conveniently supported by mechanical means.
RISK OR DANGER PROTECTION DEVICE
FINGER OR ARM SQUEEZE REINFORCED GLOVES
ABRASIONS OR CUTS REINFORCED GLOVES
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages to people and things due to a lack of observance of
the instructions and the use of the safety devices.
2.4 NOISE
The indicated levels of noise are not necessarily safety levels for the operator.
The exposure level of the operator is obviously related to the emission levels of the appliance, but other
factors influence the exposure levels as the time of exposure, the environment, other appliances installed
near to the appliance etc.
The exposure levels permit to value the damages that could be caused by the noise
Acoustical pressure level equivalent Laeq, in the working place 52 dB(A)
Acoustical power emitted by the appliance LWA 57 dB(A)
Standard above data are referred EN ISO 3746

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DANGER The continuous use of the machine together with other noisy appliances could cause a
high level of exposure to the noise. If the daily exposure of the operator is equal or higher
than 85 dB(A), Safety Devices as headphone are suggested to be worn.
If the daily exposure is equal or higher than 90 dB(A), the use of the Safety Device is
compulsory.
For further information consult the standards of the country where the machine has been
installed.
Chapter 3 INSTALLATION
DANGER Consult
2.3 DANGEROUS PARTS AND RESIDUAL RISKS before
proceeding
3.1 LIFTING
The operating instructions must be respected during:
The lifting and the storing
The first installation
The further installations
The machine is usually packed in a wooden case to be moved by a forklift.
During the lifting of the case, it is recommended to take the utmost care and to follow the lifting directions
labelled on the case. If possible, use forklift or crane and fasten the case with belts and ropes, avoid the use
of chains.
ATTENTION The lifting of the case must be effected with great care and following the lifting directions on the
case. Payattention to avoid impacts and turnovers.
ATTENTION Protect the machine from the atmospheric agents. Water and humidity could oxidise it,
damaging it seriously.
3.2 UNPACKING
After removing the package, check that any parts of the machine are not damaged. In case of doubt, DO
NOT USE THE MACHINE and ask the manufacturer.
DANGER The materials used for the package (plastic, polystyrene, screws, nails, wood etc.) have
to be kept far from children. They must be thrown away in a proper collection centre.
ATTENTION Pay attention to avoid impacts and turnovers.
ATTENTION Before throwing away the package, pay attention that any accessories, manuals,
documents, spare parts are not inside.
3.3 INSTALLATION
The machine has to be placed in an environment suitable for the aim it has been conceived for (laboratory
use). The installation must be done by skilled operator.
ALLOWED TEMPERATURE from + 5°C to + 40°C
ALLOWED HUMIDITY from 30% to 95%
O.S.L. MAX. HEIGHT 1000 m
GENERAL WARNINGS.
The machine must be installed so that it is free from each side. This will grant its easy maintenance.
No unauthorized people or dangerous objects must be allowed to get in the area near the appliance.
The control panel should be secured to the wall to a convenient height to allow an optimal control of the
various functions by the operator as well as a rapid intervention in case of emergency.
The appliance should be installed on a smooth and hard floor, best if made of concrete; secure the
appliance using the special hooks foreseen on the wooden pedestal. Use the provided fixing bolts and
check carefully that the trip mechanism is perfectly levelled.

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3.4 ELECTRIC CONNECTIONS
DANGER Skilled operators must arrange the electric connections.
DANGER Before connecting, see the attached electric diagram and the plate on the machine for the
information about the voltage, the frequency, etc.
DANGER Connect the ground by the terminal PE (yellow-green) before making any other
connections.
DANGER Connect the ground by the terminal PE (yellow-green) before making any other
connections.
ELECTRIC TOLERANCES:
Real voltage 10 % of the nominal one
Frequency : 1 % of the nominal one in a continuous way; 2 % of the nominal one for a short period
The harmonic distortion of the sum from the second to the fifth harmonics not more than 10 % of the total
voltage as a real value between the conductors. A further distortion of 2% is accepted for the sum from
the sixth to the thirtieth harmonics of the real total value between the conductors.
With reference to the tension unbalance of the three-phase voltage, the inverted sequence component
and the zero sequence component must not be more than 2% of the direct sequence component of the
voltage
The voltage pulses must not last more than 1,5 ms with an up/down time between 500 ms and 500 s and
a peak value not higher than 200 % of the real value of the nominal tension.
The electric feeding must not be interrupted or zeroed for more than 3 ms. Between two interruptions it
must not take more than 1 s.
The interruptions must not overcome 20 % of the tension peak for more than one cycle. Between two
interruptions it must not take more than 1 s.
Chapter 4 MACHINE FEATURES
4.1 DIMENSIONS AND MASS OF THE APPLIANCE
LENGTH 500 mm
WIDTH 500 mm
HEIGHT 1890 mm
MASS 220 kg

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Chapter 5 OPERATOR’S INTERFACE
5.1 CONTROLS AND MESSAGES
A1 SAFETY GUARDS
A2 FIXING BRACKETS
A3 LEVER FOR MOULD BLOCKING
A5 COMPACTION HAMMER
A7 COUPLING LEVER
A8 CONTROL PANEL
A1 SAFETY GUARDS
Only for EEC appliances. It prevents the operator from coming in touch with the moving parts of the
appliance.
A2 FIXING BRACKETS
They allow fixing the appliance to the floor.
A3 LEVER FOR MOULD BLOCKING
It allows blocking the mould, after its positioning, on the compactor steel base.
A5 COMPACTION HAMMER
It allows the compaction of the specimen.
A7 COUPLING LEVER
It allows coupling the moving rod in the upper position when the mould must be positioned on the base of the
compactor.
A8 CONTROL PANEL
To set the number of hits according to standards. A safety switch is available on the right side.

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Chapter 6 USE
DANGER Consult the chapter
“DANGEROUS PARTS AND RESIDUAL RISKS "
before
proceeding.
6.1 WARNINGS
Before starting the normal use of the equipment it is recommended to verify that it is in good working
conditions with no defective or damaged parts. If necessary proceed with the required maintenance
operations.
Before starting a test the user must check the main features of the materials composing the specimen and try
to foresee the way it will react to the compaction test in order to use the proper cautions.
CHECK THE COUPLE OF SCREW NUTS THAT LOCK THE
FIXING BOLTS.
The screw nuts“A9” of the threaded fixing bolts - used to fix the
mould supporting table and the wooden column at the concrete
basement – are fixed with a couple of locking 10Nm as
described by the Standard.
Before using the compactor, it is advisable to check the screw
nuts by using a proper wrench in order to correct the settlements
that may occur between the assemblage and the first test.
Carry out this check periodically, with a frequency of about 120
days
6.2 SWITCHING ON THE APPLIANCE
ATTENTION Before switching on the appliance ensure it is connected to the power net
To switch on the appliance, follow these instructions:
- Put the main switch of the Control Panel on position “I” (for further details consult the file of the control panel
enclosed to this manual).
The control panel is configured by the Manufacturer in the stroke-counter mode; in case you realize that the
configuration is incorrect and not suitable to the machine features, contact the After Sale Service
immediately.
6.3 TOOLING UP
Here under we describe the proper procedure to allow tooling up the appliance correctly even to an operator
without a wide experience.
ATTENTION The Manufacturer assumes no liability for any damage caused by an incorrect use of the
appliance.
Open the safety guards;
Lift the shaft and the hammer;
Turn the blocking lever so that the mould fixing bracket is lifted;
Position the mould already filled with the specimen on the centring pin situated on the steel base.
Turn the blocking lever so that the mould is secured to the base.
Move downwards the hammer shaft so that the hammer touches the specimen surface;
Close the safety guards and secure it using the special lever.

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6.4 PROGRAMMING THE CONTROL PANEL
For the correct set up of the control panel, consult the file enclosed to this manual.
6.5 PROCEDURE FOR THE OPENING OF THE SAFETY GUARDS
The compactor can only work when the safety guard is closed and locked by the special lever.
In case the safety guard is opened during the test running, the Compactor will automatically stop. In this case
the stroke number would be lost.
If the operator needs to stop the Compactor at any time and to open the safety guards, he can choose one of
these two procedures:
Pushing the key the appliance will automatically stop, the stroke counter is reset.
Pushing the key the appliance will stop. In this case the preset number of strokes is saved
together with the number of strokes made up to then. The key “PAUSE” allows the opening of the
safety guards without data loss, so that the test can be continued after the closing of the safety
guards.
6.6 EMERGENCY STOP
In case of emergency it is possible to stop the test execution at once by positioning the Main Switch on “0”
ATTENTION It is worth reminding that the test interruption causes its annulations.
6.7 STARTING AFTER AN EMERGENCY STOP
DANGER Before switching on the appliance once again, find and solve the problems, which caused
the need for an emergency stop.
To switch the appliance again, just move the main switch, placed on the Control Panel, to position “I”, this will
reset appliance normal functions.
6.8 STOP CONTROLLED BY SAFETY SYSTEMS
If the appliance is provided with safety guards, the test can be interrupted by the safety systems studied to
operate in case of malfunctioning. The compactor is equipped with the following safety systems:
STOP CONTROLLED BY THE MICRO SWITCH WHEN OPENING THE SAFETY GUARDS
The safety guard is provided with a protection micro switch to avoid the operator to come in touch with any of
the moving parts of the Compactor. If the safety guard is opened while the test is running, the micro switch
turns the motor off.
To reset the appliance standard functions it is necessary to close the safety guard.
6.9 SWITCHING OFF THE APPLIANCE
To switch off the appliance, just move the Main Switch to position “0”.
6.10 TRIAL STARTING
Before beginning the standard use of this machine, check its perfect working conditions by carrying out at
least one complete empty cycle.
In case of problems during this test cycle, see Chapter “ DIAGNOSIS “.
If neither the instructions given in this manual are not able to solve the problem, please contact our After Sale
Service.

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6.11 EXAMPLE OF OPERATING
DANGER Before starting the procedure described hereunder, carefully read and learn the
instructions given in this manual.
This machine can be used in different ways depending on the kind of test you wish to perform.
We suggest you to follow the procedure described at chapter 7 of the standard EN12697-30.
Here follows a “standard procedure” allowing even to an operator without a wide experience to carry out a
test. The time will increase the operator’s skill in the machine use according to one’s need.
1. Switch on the control panel (for further details about the functioning of the control panel, consult the
file enclosed to this manual)
2. Tool up correctly the appliance as described in the chapter “TOOLING UP” of this manual.
3. Set up the control panel as described in the chapter “PROGRAMMING” of the file enclosed to this
manual.
4. Start the test by pushing the “Start ” key, which is on the Control Panel; Consult the file enclosed to
this manual.
Chapter 7 MAINTENANCE
DANGER Consult
2.3 DANGEROUS PARTS AND RESIDUAL RISKS before
proceeding.
DANGER All the maintenance operations must be carried out with the machine turned off and
unplugged from the knife switch.
DANGER Skilled operators instructed about the purposes the machine is made for must carry any
kind of maintenance operations concerning the components of the machine and of the
electric components, even those that may seem very simple.
DANGER Only original spare parts are allowed. The Manufacturer assumes no liability in the event
that non – original parts are used.
7.1 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
In order to maintain good working of the machine for a long time, clean periodically all the parts and oil the
parts that are not painted. Avoid the use of solvents, which could damage the varnished parts and the
synthetic ones.
Make regularly all the periodical inspections listed in the chapter “PERIODICAL INSPECTIONS” in order to
avoid any damage or malfunctioning of the appliance.
7.2 SPECIAL MAINTENANCE
In case of special maintenance operations (repairs, replacement of parts and any other operation not
described in this manual) ask directly to the manufacturer.
7.3 PERIODICAL INSPECTIONS
It is recommended to execute punctually and correctly all the periodical inspections here described. This will
help in preventing failures and dysfunctions.
OPERATION CHECK OF THE WEIGHT FALLING HEIGHT.
PROCEDURE Check if the falling height is 457,2 mm, if it isn’t, unscrew the screws that are fixing
the releasing device installed on the sliding rod of the rammer and set the proper
height.
FREQUENCY AFTER 50 WORKING HOURS

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OPERATION CHECK THE SPRING OF THE SLIDING DEVICE
PROCEDURE Ensure that the push up spring of the sliding device (assembled on the hammer) has
not reached its yielding point and that it pushes the device to the max. stroke.
FREQUENCY AFTER 50 WORKING HOURS
OPERATION CHECK THE PULL CHAIN ARM AND ITS SPRINGS.
PROCEDURE Ensure that the pull-chain arm and its springs (located inside the compactor) are
working correctly, keeping the chain well stretched.
FREQUENCY AFTER 50 WORKING HOURS
OPERATION CHECK THE LEADING PLATE AND THE SLIDING DEVICE OF THE RAMMER
PROCEDURE Verify that the leading plate and the sliding device are not worn out. If necessary
replace them.
FREQUENCY AFTER 50 WORKING HOURS
OPERATION CHECK THE LINK BLOCKS OF THE CHAIN
PROCEDURE Ensure that the nylon link blocks keep the chain pushed towards the hammer. If
necessary adjust them using the fixing screws.
FREQUENCY AFTER 50 WORKING HOURS
OPERATION CHECK THE PROPER WORKING OF THE SAFETY DEVICE CONNECTED TO
THE LOWER SAFETY GUARD
PROCEDURE Let the compactor work for some minutes simulating a test. Open the safety guard.
When this is opened push the button to start again the working of the compactor.
If the appliance doesn’t start any of its functions, the safety system is working
properly. If the appliance starts some of its functions stop immediately using the
machine and follow the disposal given in the chapter “DIAGNOSIS” of this user
manual.
PRECAUTIONS During this inspection nobody, including the end user can be in the space
where the rammer is moving.
FREQUENCY AFTER 50 WORKING HOURS
OPERATION CHECK THE COUPLE OF SCREW NUTS THAT LOCK THE FIXING BOLTS.
PROCEDURE The screw nuts“A9” of the threaded
fixing bolts - used to fix the mould
supporting table and the wooden
column at the concrete basement –
are fixed with a couple of locking
10Nm as described by the Standard.
Before using the compactor, it is
advisable to check the screw nuts by
using a proper wrench in order to
correct the settlements that may
occur between the assemblage and
the first test.
FREQUENCY Carry out this check periodically, with a frequency of about 120 days

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7.4 PERIODICAL OPERATION
It is recommended to execute punctually and correctly all the periodical operation here described. This will
help in preventing failures and dysfunctions.
OPERATION CLEAN THE DRIVING SHAFT AND THE TRIP MECHANISM
PROCEDURE Clean the squared driving shaft and the rammer periodically. ATTENTION Do not
grease the squared driving shaft. It must work dry.
FREQUENCY WEEKLY
OPERATION CLEAN AND GREASE THE SLIDING DEVICE ASSEMBLED ON THE RAMMER
PROCEDURE Clean thoroughly and grease using silicon oil –highly fluid- the sliding device.
FREQUENCY AFTER 50 WORKING HOURS
OPERATION GREASE THE CHAIN
PROCEDURE Disassemble the safety guard backwards; verify that the chain is greased and the
support link of the leading plate is free to move. If necessary wash thoroughly the
chain and grease it.
FREQUENCY AFTER 50 WORKING HOURS
Chapter 8 DIAGNOSIS
8.1 DIAGNOSIS
Some easy to solve and simple problem, which can happen during the working of the appliance, are
introduced in this chapter.
ATTENTION All maintenance, checking, control and repairing operations of each part of the machine
or of the electric system, must be carried out by skilled operators instructed about the
functions and working procedures of the appliance.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CURE
After having switched on the main switch
the compactor doesn’t work No supply Check the proper connection of the plug to the main supply.
Damage to the
motor Contact our After Sale Service.
Damage to the
electric supply Check that the cables and the connections of the electrical supply are
not interrupted.
The compactor continues keeping all its
functions working even after the lower
safety guard has been opened.
Damage to the
safety system
connected to the
safety guard.
Contact our After Sale Service for the
proper replacement of the safety micro-
switch

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Chapter 9 SCRAPPING
9.1 SETTING ASIDE
In case of setting aside for a long time it is necessary to disconnect the electric feeding.
Execute all the maintenance operations.
It’s recommended to cover the machine against the dust.
9.2 SCRAPPING
When the machine is not used anymore, it is recommended:
Disconnect the feeding cable
Cover/destroy all the parts which may be dangerous as cutting, projecting or sharpened ones.
Disassemble the machine and scrap it as per the actual laws.
Recycling notice for the disposal of electrical and electronical devices
This symbol, placed on the device or on the package and/or on the documentation, suggest that
the device shouldn’t be dispose together with other home garbage at the end of its life cycle.
To avoid further environment, or health-care damages, caused by the unsuitable disposal of
garbage, we kindly recommend the user to separate this device from other different types of
garbages and to recycle it in a responsible way to avoid the arguable reuse of material
resources. Indeed users must take care at the disposal of the equipment that have to be discarded, taking
them away to the next recycling site for the appropriate recycling treatment for electrical and electronical
devices. Gathering and Recycling deplete devices allow the preservation of natural resources and grant for
them the adequate treatment respecting health and environment.
For further information about your local recycling site please contact your local city hall or city waste treatment
department. The developer, as producer of electrical and electronical devices, will provide to finance the
recycling and treatment services for deplete devices that will come back through these recycling site
accordingly the local statement.

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Control Panel
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1
GENERAL FEATURES
1.2
IDENTIFICATION
1.3
APPLICATIONS
1.4
DIMENSIONS AND MASS
1.5
STRUCTURE AND OPERATING OF THE MACHINE
CHAPTER 2
OPERATION
2.1
SWITCHING ON OF THE APPLIANCE
2.2
SETTING UP OF THE STROKES NUMBER
2.4
PRACTICAL EXAMPLE OF OPERATING
2.5 CONTROLLED ROTATION FUNCTION (TO ROTATE THE LOS ANGELES CYLINDER INTO THE
REQUIRED POSITION)
CHAPTER 3
MAINTENANCE
3.1
SPECIAL MAINTENANCE
TABLES
D
ELECTRIC PANEL

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CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1
GENERAL FEATURES
•This manual id addressed to the carrier, the installer, the user, the maintenance operator, the
scrapping operator.
•Please read it carefully because it informs you about the operating of the machine in safety
conditions.
•This manual has to be considered a part of the product and concerns only the machine it is
delivered with.
•Keep the manual in order during the whole life of the appliance to consult it for any needs.
•In case of sale, the manual and its enclosures should be given together with the machine.
•The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages caused by a misuse of the machine.
•The manufacturer has the right to modify this technical literature as well as the machines this refers
to without any previous notice.
•Messages meaning:
ATTENTION It shows the procedures that can damage seriously the machine if they are not followed
carefully.
DANGER It shows the procedures that can be dangerous to the operator if they are not followed
carefully.
1.2
IDENTIFICATION
MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION: See the cover page.
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION: See the plate on the machine where the complete
identification data and the electrical features are to be found.
1.3
APPLICATIONS
The Stroke Counter Panel has been specially developed to manage electronically the counting of the
rotations made by an appliance, or the counting of the minutes from the starting of a test to its end.
The equipment is made for the aim, which it has been conceived for. Any other uses are not allowed.
ATTENTION The instructions given in this operating manual are only made for the right use of the
appliance.
1.4
DIMENSIONS AND MASS
STROKE COUNTER PANEL
LENGTH
105 mm
WIDTH
290 mm
HEIGHT
220 mm
MASS
3 kg

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1.5
STRUCTURE AND OPERATING OF THE APPLIANCE
The Control Panel is formed by (see table Dfor further info.):
CONTROL DESCRIPTION
D1 MAIN SWITCH To switch on the Control Panel, put it on “
1
”.
To switch off the Control Panel, put it on “0”.
D2 SELECTOR
This button is used to select the number on the numeric
display (D8) the operator is willing to change. That figure
blinks and can be varied working on the increase (D4) and
decrease (D9) buttons.
D3 PAUSE/STAND BUTTON
Pressing this button while the appliance is working:
-If the card is configured as “MINUTES COUNTER” the
appliance stops immediately by pushing on this switch.
-If the card is configured as “STROKE COUNTER” the
pressing of the button stops the appliance in the moment
the position sensor is activated.
-The Led Pause (D5) starts lighting.
-The number of strokes or the time selected during the
setting up procedures are stored and saved.
-The appliance also saves and stores the number of
strokes made or the time gone up to that moment.
-In the event that the appliance is equipped with safety
guards, their opening is possible and doesn’t cause the
resetting.
D4 INCREASE BUTTON It increases the value of the figure appearing on the
numerical display (D8) that can be modified.
D5 LED PAUSE When this led is lighting, the appliance is in the pause status.
D6 LED “MINUTES COUNTER” When this led is lighting, the Stroke counter Panel is set in
the “MINUTES COUNTER” mode.
D7 LED “STROKE COUNTER” When this led is lighting, the Stroke counter Panel is set in
the “STROKE COUNTER” mode.
D8 NUMERICAL DISPLAY
This allows to have all info shown about the operating of the
Stroke counter Panel and also to modify the working
parameters. Consult the Chapter “DISPLAY FUNCTIONS”of
the present manual for further details.
D9 DECREASE BUTTON It decreases the value of the figure appearing on the
numerical display (D8) and that can be modified.
D10 STOP BUTTON Press it to stop the appliance. The strokes counting or time
counting is zeroed.
D11 START BUTTON Press it to start the appliance.

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CHAPTER 2
OPERATING
2.1
SWITCHING ON OF THE APPLIANCE
To switch on the Control Panel, put the Main Switch (D1) on the “1” position.
ATTENTION
The operator cannot choose the setting of the operating mode “
STROKE COUNTER
” or
“MINUTES COUNTER”, but it is automatically pre selected by the Manufacturer during
the mounting operations.
STROKE COUNTER MODE
When the stroke counter panel is set for the STROKE COUNTER mode, the numerical display (D8)
visualises the number strokes to be effected during the test execution set by the operator; this value will
decrease during the working of the appliance.
In this operating mode the numbers on the display visualise the number of strokes from a minimum of 0
up to a maximum of 65.000.
When the appliance is turned on the Led (D7) turns on and the display shows the number of strokes set
in the last test before its switching off.
2.2
SETTING UP OF THE STROKES NUMBER
To set the number of strokes to be effected, just enter a value from 1 to 65.000 on the numerical
display (D8).
Press several times this button until the first figure on the right starts blinking. Operate the
buttons to set the desired value
Press the button until the last figure but one on the right starts blinking. Operate the buttons
to set the desired value.
Press the button until the middle figure starts blinking. Use the buttons to set
the desired value.
Press the button until the second figure on the left starts blinking. Use the buttons
to set the desired value.