Reliance RMC-8 User manual

AUTOMATIC ROUNDFOOT COMPACTOR
(RMC-8)

CONTENTS
Chapter 1
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Notes
1.3 Different Standards
Chapter 2
2.1 Compactor and Parts
Chapter 3
3.1 Preparing The Compactor for Operation
3.2 Removing The CBR Mould Body
3.3 Belt Adjustment
3.4 Adjusting The Drop of The Hammer
3.5 Adjusting The Drop Height of The Hammer
Chapter 4
4.1 Spare Parts

CHAPTER 1
1.1 INTRODUCING THE RMC-8: RELIANCE ROUNDFOOT AUTOMATIC
SOIL COMPACTOR
AUTOMATION
The RMC-8 is fully automatic which makes for ease and simplicity of operation, eliminating extensive
operation training.
UNIFORM COMPACTION
The sprocket drive used to rotate the mould in the compactor has been modified in such a way that the mould
follows a pattern to give the exact hammer fall configuration described in the SANS method.
AUTOMATIC BLOW COUNTER
The compaction speed is 60/+-75 blows per minute. The counter can be set for as many blows needed for any
test, once the test is completed, the machine automatically switches off.
The compactor is fully automatic thus eliminating human error so providing for efficient and high productivity.
1.2 NOTES
NOTES:
Any Electronic Machinery is not recommended for straight generator use. Please insure that when a
generator is being use to have a Voltage/Line Stabiliser for protection. Warrantee will be null and void
if used with generator.
Warrantee does not include any wear and tear of electronics and mechanical parts.
SENSOR: Make sure the sensor is no more than 3mm away from the counting arm.
1.3 DIFFERENT STANDARD
TMH Method SANS Method
Hammer Weight
4,536 kg
4.5 kg
Fall Distance of Hammer
457.2mm +- 2mm
460mm +- 2mm
Compaction Speed
+- 75 Blows p/m
60 Blows p/m

CHAPTER 2
2.1 COMPACTOR AND PARTS
Drive Gear (pg.5)
Rack/Compaction Hammer 25
Resting Bracket
Table Drive Cover
Counter (pg.4)
Compaction Baseplate
Compactor Table
CBR Mould Body

COMPACTION HAMMER COUNTER PROXY/ARM
2.2 COUNTER
Set Button
On/Off Button
Fuse Holder
Sensor Cable
Compactor Hammer Shoe
Compactor Hammer Shoe Tip
Counting Arm
Sensor

CHAPTER 3
3.1 PREPARING THE RMC-8 FOR OPERATION
1. Place a CBR mould body on the Compaction Base Plate and tighten lugs to securre the mould. The
sample can now be poured into the mould.
2. While holding the Rack/Compactor Hammer push in the Resting Bracket and allow the
Rack/Compactor Hammer to slowly descend until it’s resting on the sample.
3. Press the “Set” Button on the side of the counter, the first digit will begin to flash, push until desired
selected number of blows. When selected number of blows have been set the Compactor is ready for
use. (The counter is factory set to 55 blows)
4. Press the “Start” (Green) Button on the counter and the Compactor will begin the test.
5. After the test has come to an end the Compactor will automatically stop.
6. Follow steps 3 (three) to 5 (five) to repeat cycle.
3.2 REMOVING THE CBR MOULD BODY
1. Loosen the bolts holding the CBR mould body to the compaction base plate and turn the mould through
approximately 45 degrees.
2. Lift CBR mould body vertically off the compaction base plate.
3. If the CBR mould body should jam and will not turn the entire base plate should be removed. Lightly
tapping with a hammer (CLUB HAMMER) can then be used to un-jam the mould.
WARNING
Never use force to remove the CBR mould body or the compaction base plate while these are
still attached to the compaction table. Damaged to the drive unit can result from such action.
When transporting compactor never lift using the compactor table.
3.3 BELT ADJUSTMENT
1. The RMC-8 is set to perform the Modified Test.
2. The belt is supported by a single flange unit which is broad on one side and narrower on the other. The
broadside (Modified Test Flange) is used to perform the Modified Test while the narrow side is used
for the Proctor Test.
3. The adjustment bolts are used to fine adjust the selected flange ensuring even pressure of the rubber
belt against the rack.
4. To change the flange around loosen the wing nuts holding the flange by the flange handle. Rotate the
flange through 180 degree and replace the flange on the studs. After find adjustment the RMC-8 is
ready for the selected test.
Drive/Ring Gears
Wing nuts & Studs
Adjustment Bolt
Belt Holders
Rubber Belt

3.4 ADJUSTING THE DROP OF THE HAMMER
SIDE TO SIDE
1. If the Compaction shoe makes contact on one of the sides of the CBR Mould Body adjustment might
be necessary. The CBR Mould Body should first be checked to ensure that it is not deformed or oval.
2. Loosen the Securing Bolt.
3. Then loosen the Adjustment Bolt Lock Nut on the side of the desired adjustment
4. The Adjustment Bolt may bow be tightened. This procedure wil cause the hammer to drop on the same
side as the adjustment has been made, i.e. if right hand Adjusment Bolt is adjusted the hammer will fall
furher to the right hand side.
5. NB: The adjustment need only be slight to provide a variation of a few millimeters (mm).
6. Once the adjustment has been made tighten both Adjustment Bolt Lock Nuts and the Securing Bolt
before restarting the Compactor.
FRONT TO BACK
1. To adjust the drop of the hammer from front to back loosen the four bolts securing the platform to the
column of the Compactor.
2. An Adjustment Bolt is located to the rear of the Compactor just below the Platform. Loosen the Lock
Nut and then adjust as required. Clockwise adjustment moves the hammer to the rear and
anticlockwise the the fore.
3. Tighten the Lock Nut and the four securing bolts before restarting the Compactor.
Securing Bolt
Adjustment Bolt Lock Nuts

3.5 ADJUSTING THE DROP HEIGHT OF THE HAMMER
1. Make a reference measure for your drop Height.
P.S. –MAKE IT WITH SOMETHING RIGID THAT WILL FIT INTO THE GUIDE.
2. From the top of the hammer guide make a line on the hammer using chalk of a marker (Point A). Using
your reference measure from Point A and make a second mark at Point B.
3. Adjust the Belt Holders that Point B reaches Point A at the top of the hammer guide.

CHAPTER 4
4.1 SPARE PARTS
Compactor Hammer
Compactor Hammer Shoe
Compactor Hammer Shoe Tip
Counter
Belt Holder
Rubber Belts
Compaction Base Plate
CBR Mould Body
Tip Drive Chain
For Services and Repairs and/ Quotations, PLEASE send in your Compactor to Reliance.