Tomahawk PC5030 Series Guide

TPC170H
Reverse Plate
Compactor
Operation and Instruction Manual

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Table of Contents
1. Safety Information
1.1 Safety Precautions
1.2 Operating Safety
1.3 Operator Safety while using Internal Combustion Engines
1.4 Label Locations
3. Maintenance
3.1 Periodic Maintenance Schedule
3.2 Exciter Oil
3.3 V-Belt and Clutch
3.4 Air Cleaner
4. Technical Data
2. Operation
2.1 Controls
2.2 Operating Principle
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1.5 Safety and Operating Labels 6
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Warranty 20
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Maintenance Record 21
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2.3 Delivery Checks
2.4 Before Starting
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2.9 Operating - Driving 13
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2.10 Operation on Slope
2.11 How to Assemble Transport Wheel
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2.5 To Start
2.6 To Stop
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2.7 Application
2.8 Operation
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3.5 Spark Plug
3.6 Transport
3.7 Trouble Shooting
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This manual provides information and procedures to safely operate and maintain this
model. For your own safety and protection from injury, carefully read, understand and
observe the safety instructions described in this manual.
Keep this manual or a copy of it with the machine. If you lose this manual or need an
additional copy, please contact Tomahawk Power LLC or visit www.tomahawk-power.com
This machine is built with user safety in mind; however, it can present hazards if improp-
erly operated and serviced. Follow operating instructions carefully. If you have questions
about operating or servicing this equipment, please contact Tomahawk Power.
The information contained in this manual is based on machines in production at the
time of publication. Tomahawk Power reserves the right to change any portion of this
information without notice. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or
by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, without express writ-
ten permission from Tomahawk Power.
Any type of reproduction or distribution not authorized by Tomahawk Power rep-
resents an infringement of valid copyrights and will be prosecuted. We expressly reserve
the right to make technical modifications, even without due notice, which aim at
improving our machines or their safety standards.
1. SAFETY INFORMATION
1.1 Safety Precautions
This manual contains DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE callouts which must be
followed to reduce the possibility of personal injury, damage to the equipment, or
improper service.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION

CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol, CAUTION indicates a potentially hazard-
ous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
1.2 Operating Safety
- DO NOT modify the machine without the prior consent of the manufacturer. We do not
assume responsibility for any accident due to equipment modification.
- NEVER operate the machine for any purpose for which it is not intended.
-Slip/Trip/Fall is a major cause of serious injury or death. Beware of uneven or slippery
work surface. Make sure to maintain firm balance when operating under such condi-
tions. Especially care when working in the vicinity of unprotected holes or excavations.
-NEVER allow any person to operate the machine without adequate instruction.
-ENSURE all operators read, understand and follow the operation instructions.
-Serious injury could result from improper or careless use of the machine.
-Plate compactors are heavy units and should be positioned by two people with appro-
priate strength, using the liing handle provided with the machine according to the
correct liing techniques.
-Plate Compactor may only be used for compaction jobs.
-DO NOT operate the machine unless all protective guards are in place.
-ENSURE that the engine switch is in the OFF position and the spark plug ignition lead is
disconnected before removing the guards or making adjustments.
-ENSURE both the machine and the operator are stable by setting up on level terrain so
that the machine will not tip over, slide o or fall while in operation or unattended.
-DO NOT leave the machine in operation, while it is unattended.
-DO NOT pull the machine backward with transportation wheels, it can only be pushed
forward.
-ENSURE that the soil or subsoil to be compacted has enough load carrying capacity.
-ENSURE that the area to be compacted does not contain any “live” electrical cables,
gas, or water, which may be damaged by the action of vibration.
-Exposure to vibration or repetitive work actions may be harmful to hands and arms.
-NEVER stand on the machine while it is operating.
-Be careful and DO NOT come in contact with the muler when the engine is hot, it can
cause severe burns.
-ENSURE that the repairs to the engine and machine are carried out by competent per-
sonnel.
-DO NOT use the machine near flammable material or in explosive environments.
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-Petrol is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions.
Fuel trapped in the cylinder may eject from the spark plug opening.
-ENSURE that the petrol is only stored in an approved storage container.
-DO NOT refuel the engine while it is in operation or hot.
-DO NOT operate or refuel the engine in a confined area without adequate ventilation.
-DO NOT refuel the engine in the vicinity of sparks, a naked flame or smoking.
-DO NOT overfill the fuel tank and avoid spilling petrol when refueling. Spilled petrol or
petrol vapor may ignite. If spillage occurs, ensure that the area is dry before starting the
motor.
-ENSURE that the fuel tank cap is securely fitted aer refueling.
-Carbon monoxide exhaust gases from engine driven units can cause death in confined
spaces.
-ALWAYS wear approved hearing protection, as excessive noise can lead to temporary or
permanent loss of hearing.
-Protective goggles and a dust mask should be worn when working in a dusty environ-
ment. Protective clothing and footwear may also be desirable when working with hot
mix bitumen.
-Store the machine properly in a clean, dry place.
1.3 Operator Safety while using Internal Combustion Engines
-DO NOT smoke when refueling the engine or operating the machine.
-DO NOT refuel a hot or running engine.
-ALWAYS keep away from all hot or spark-generating objects when refueling the engine.
-ALWAYS refill the fuel tank until the machine has cooled, and in a well-ventilated envi-
ronment.
-DO NOT spill fuel when refueling the engine.
-ALWAYS take care to use the right type of fuel.
-ALWAYS inspect the fuel leakage regularly.
-NEVER perform any work on the machine while it is running. Before working on it, stop
the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting.
-Avoid prolonged breathing of exhaust gases.
-ALWAYS transport and handle fuel only when contained in approved safety containers.
-Avoid touching or leaning against hot exhaust pipes.
-Allow engine to cool before performing any repairs or service.

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-ALWAYS keep the area around the muler free of debris such as leaves, paper, cartons,
etc. A hot muler could ignite the debris and start a fire.
-NEVER run the engine without the air filter.
1.4 Label Locations
1.5 Safety and Operating Labels
Tomahawk machines use international pictorial labels where needed. These labels are
described next:

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LABEL MEANING
DANGER! Engine emits carbon monoxide; operate only in
well-ventilated areas. Read the Operator’s Manual for
machine information. No sparks, flames, or burning
objects near the machine. Shut o the engine before refu-
eling. Use only clean, filtered, unleaded gasoline.
WARNING!
Always wear hearing and eye protection when operating
this machine.
CAUTION!
Read and understand the supplied Operator’s Manual
before operating the machine. Failure to do so increase
the risk of injury to yourself or others.
CAUTION！
Liing point.
WARNING!
Injuries to hand may be caused if caught in moving belt.
Alwats replace belt guard.
WARNING!
Hot surface!
NOTICE!
Throttle control lever:
Turtle=Idle or slow,
Rabbit=Full or fast.

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A nameplate listing of the model number and serial number
is attached to each unit. Please record the information found
on this plate so it will be available if the nameplate is lost or
damaged. When requesting service information, the serial
number should be specified in the unit.
2. OPERATION
2.1 Controls
Ref.
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2
3
4
Description
Lever for Forward/Reverse Operation
Throttle Control
Handle
Locking Device
Ref.
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6
7
8
Description
Liing Point
Refueling
Transport Wheel
Base Plate

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2.2 Operating Principle
The following instructions were compiled to provide you information on how to obtain
long and trouble free use of the unit. Periodic maintenance of this unit is essential. Read
the manual in its entirety and follow the instructions carefully. Failure to do so may
injure yourself or a bystander.
2.3 Delivery Checks
Upon receiving your new machine:
-Read the handbook completely—it could save a great deal of unnecessary expense.
-Read the engine manual supplied.
-Check the general condition of the equipment –has it been damaged during delivery?
-Check engine oil level, fuel levels, and hydraulic fuel level.
Recommended lubricants are detailed in the Care and Maintenance section.
2.4 Before Starting
Before starting the machine, check the following items:
-All handles are free from grease, oil and dirt.
-All control levers are in the neutral position.
-All bolted joints are tightened.
-Fuel level.
-The tension in the V-belt.
-Oil level in the engine.
-The state of air filter.
-Hydraulic fluid level.
NOTICE: Check the hydraulic fluid level and the oil level in the engine and exciter. The
warranties are VOID if the machine is run without oil and hydraulic fluid.

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2.5 To Start
2.5 .1 Diesel Engine
1. Oil filling and level inspections must be carried out with the engine on a flat surface.
2. Remove oil filter cap, pour the oil in and reassemble oil cap.
3. Make sure that it is nearly at max., fit the dipstick correctly back in place.
4. Check and refill oil up to the maximum level.
5. Should start-up be diicult, purge air from union as indicated in the figure.
6. Do not fill the fuel tank completely, but just up to 1cm (0.39 in) from the top of the
tank, to provide space for fuel movement. Wipe any fuel spillage from engine before
starting.
7. Remove fuel tank cap. Pour the fuel and reassemble fuel tank cap. With low ambient
temperatures (-10°C) add specific additives to diesel fuel, to avoid paraine crystals
solidification.
8. To eliminate any possible water and dirt residue from the tank bottom, remove the
plug (A) and open the cock (B) to enable discharging. Once the operation is over, close
the cock and screw back the protecting plug.
9. Accelerator at 50% speed.