Wacker Neuson BS 50-2 User manual

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5000184075
Operator’s Manual
Vibratory Rammer
BS 50-2
EN

Copyright
notice
© Copyright 2012 by Wacker Neuson Production Americas LLC
All rights, including copying and distribution rights, are reserved.
This publication may be photocopied by the original purchaser of the machine. Any
other type of reproduction is prohibited without express written permission from
Wacker Neuson Production Americas LLC.
Any type of reproduction or distribution not authorized by Wacker Neuson Production
Americas LLC represents an infringement of valid copyrights. Violators will be
prosecuted.
Trademarks All trademarks referenced in this manual are the property of their respective owners.
Manufacturer Wacker Neuson Production Americas LLC
N92W15000 Anthony Avenue
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 U.S.A.
Tel: [phone] · Fax: [phone] · Tel: [phone]
www.wackerneuson.com
Original
instructions
This Operator’s Manual presents the original instructions. The original language of this
Operator’s Manual is American English.

BS 50-2 Foreword
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Foreword
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS—This manual contains important instructions for
the machine models below. These instructions have been written expressly by
Wacker Neuson Production Americas LLC and must be followed during installation,
operation, and maintenance of the machines.
;
Machine
documentation
From this point forward in this documentation, Wacker Neuson Production
Americas LLC will be referred to as Wacker Neuson.
Keep a copy of the Operator’s Manual with the machine at all times.
Use the separate Parts Book supplied with the machine to order replacement
parts.
Refer to the separate Repair Manual for detailed instructions on servicing and
repairing the machine.
If you are missing any of these documents, please contact Wacker Neuson to
order a replacement or visit www.wackerneuson.com.
When ordering parts or requesting service information, be prepared to provide
the machine model number, item number, revision number, and serial number.
Expectations
for
information in
this manual
This manual provides information and procedures to safely operate and
maintain the above Wacker Neuson model(s). For your own safety and to
reduce the risk of injury, carefully read, understand, and observe all instructions
described in this manual.
Wacker Neuson expressly reserves the right to make technical modifications,
even without notice, which improve the performance or safety standards of its
machines.
The information contained in this manual is based on machines manufactured
up until the time of publication. Wacker Neuson reserves the right to change
any portion of this information without notice.
CALIFORNIA
Proposition
65 Warning
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components, contain
or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Machine Item Number Revision Machine Item Number Revision
BS 50-2 0009384 Rev 121,
Rev 200+
BS 50-2 0620048 Rev 115,
Rev 200+
BS 50-2 0009410 Rev 121,
Rev 200+
BS 50-2 0620609 Rev 100+
BS 50-2 0009411 Rev 121,
Rev 200+
BS 50-2 0620610 Rev 100+
BS 50-2 0009413 Rev 121,
Rev 200+
BS 50-2 0620733 Rev 100+
BS 50-2 0620025 Rev 115,
Rev 200+
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Foreword BS 50-2
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Laws
pertaining to
spark
arresters
NOTICE: State Health Safety Codes and Public Resources Codes specify that in
certain locations spark arresters be used on internal combustion engines that use
hydrocarbon fuels. A spark arrester is a device designed to prevent accidental
discharge of sparks or flames from the engine exhaust. Spark arresters are
qualified and rated by the United States Forest Service for this purpose. In order to
comply with local laws regarding spark arresters, consult the engine distributor or
the local Health and Safety Administrator.
Manufacturer’s
approval
This manual contains references to approved parts, attachments, and
modifications. The following definitions apply:
Approved parts or attachments are those either manufactured or provided by
Wacker Neuson.
Approved modifications are those performed by an authorized Wacker
Neuson service center according to written instructions published by Wacker
Neuson.
Unapproved parts, attachments, and modifications are those that do not
meet the approved criteria.
Unapproved parts, attachments, or modifications may have the following
consequences:
Serious injury hazards to the operator and persons in the work area
Permanent damage to the machine which will not be covered under warranty
Contact your Wacker Neuson dealer immediately if you have questions about
approved or unapproved parts, attachments, or modifications.

Original Declaration of Conformity
2012-CE-BS50-2-2i_en.fm
EC Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer
Wacker Neuson Production Americas LLC, N92W15000 Anthony Avenue,
Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin 53051 USA
Product
Product
Product category
Product function
Item number
Net installed power
Measured sound power level
Guaranteed sound power level
BS 50-2, BS 50-2i
Vibratory Rammer
To compact soil
0009410, 0009411, 0009413, 0620025, 0620048,
0009412, 0009414, 0009416, 0009473, 0620026,
5200003696
1,7 kW
106 dB(A)
108 dB(A)
Conformity Assessment Procedure
According to ANNEX VIII
Notified Body
Lloyds Register Quality Assurance Limited (Notified Body No 0088)
71 Fenchurch Street, London EC3M 4BS, United Kingdom
Directives and Standards
We hereby declare that this product meets and complies with the relevant regulations and
requirements of the following directives and standards:
2006/42/EC, 2000/14/EC, 2004/26/EC, 2004/108/EC, EN 500-1, EN 500-4
Authorized Person for Technical Documents
Axel Häret, Wacker Neuson Produktion GmbH & Co. KG, Preußenstraße 41, 80809 München
Menomonee Falls, WI, USA, 28.06.12
William Lahner
Managing Director
Paul Sina
Manager, Product Engineering
Todd Lutz
Director of Business Development

Table of Contents
BS 50-2
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Foreword 3
EC Declaration of Conformity 5
1 Safety Information 9
1.1 Signal Words Used in this Manual ....................................................... 9
1.2 Machine Description and Intended Use ............................................. 10
1.3 Safety Guidelines for Operating the Machine ..................................... 11
1.4 Safety Guidelines for Lifting the Machine ........................................... 12
1.5 Service Safety .................................................................................... 13
1.6 Operator Safety while Using Internal Combustion Engines ............... 15
2 Labels 16
2.1 Label Locations .................................................................................. 16
2.2 Label Meanings .................................................................................. 17
3 Lifting and Transporting 21
3.1 Lifting the Rammer ............................................................................. 21
3.2 Transporting the Rammer .................................................................. 22
4 Operation 23
4.1 Preparing the Machine for First Use ................................................... 23
4.2 Recommended Fuel ........................................................................... 24
4.3 Refueling the Machine ........................................................................ 25
4.4 Position of the Operator ..................................................................... 26
4.5 Before Starting ................................................................................... 26
4.6 Starting, Operating, and Stopping the Machine ................................. 27
4.7 Emergency Shutdown Procedure ....................................................... 29
4.8 Optional Equipment ............................................................................ 29
5 Maintenance 30
5.1 Maintaining the Emission Control System .......................................... 30
5.2 Periodic Maintenance Schedule ......................................................... 31
5.3 Servicing the Air Cleaner .................................................................... 32
5.4 Checking the Fuel Lines and Fittings ................................................. 34
5.5 Maintaining the Shoe Hardware ......................................................... 34
5.6 Inspecting the Machine ...................................................................... 35

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5.7 Cleaning the Engine Cooling Fins .......................................................36
5.8 Cleaning and Checking the Spark Plug ...............................................37
5.9 Checking and Changing the Ramming System Oil .............................38
5.10 Adjusting the Idle Speed .....................................................................40
5.11 Inspecting and Cleaning the Fuel Filter ...............................................41
5.12 Long-Term Storage .............................................................................42
5.13 Machine Disposal / Decommissioning .................................................43
6 Basic Troubleshooting 44
7 Technical Data 45
7.1 Rammer ...............................................................................................45
7.2 Sound Measurements .........................................................................46
7.3 Vibration Measurements .....................................................................46
7.4 Dimensions ..........................................................................................47
8 Emission Control Systems Information and Warranty 49
8.1 Emission Control System Background Information .............................49
8.2 Limited Defect Warranty for Wacker Neuson Emission Control
Systems ...............................................................................................50

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BS 50-2 Safety Information
1 Safety Information
1.1 Signal Words Used in this Manual
This manual contains DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE, and NOTE
signal words which must be followed to reduce the possibility of personal injury,
damage to the equipment, or improper service.
NOTICE: Used without the safety alert symbol, NOTICE indicates a situation
which, if not avoided, could result in property damage.
Note: A Note contains additional information important to a procedure.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal hazards.
fObey all safety messages that follow this symbol.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
fTo avoid death or serious injury from this type of hazard, obey all safety
messages that follow this signal word.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
fTo avoid possible death or serious injury from this type of hazard, obey all safety
messages that follow this signal word.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
fTo avoid possible minor or moderate injury from this type of hazard, obey all
safety messages that follow this signal word.

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Safety Information BS 50-2
1.2 Machine Description and Intended Use
This machine is a vibratory rammer. The Wacker Neuson Rammer consists of a
gasoline or diesel engine, a clutch, a fuel tank, a spring-loaded ramming system, a
ramming shoe, and a handle. The engine transmits power through the ramming
system and ramming shoe, generating percussive impact force to compact soil.
The operator guides and controls the machine from behind using the handle.
This machine is intended to be used for compacting cohesive, mixed, and granular
soils in confined areas.
This machine has been designed and built strictly for the intended use described
above. Using the machine for any other purpose could permanently damage the
machine or seriously injure the operator or other persons in the area. Machine
damage caused by misuse is not covered under warranty.
The following are some examples of misuse:
Using the machine as a ladder, support, or work surface
Using the machine to carry or transport passengers or equipment
Using the machine as a hammer or for other demolition work
Attaching the machine to any other machine
Operating the machine outside of factory specifications
Operating the machine in a manner inconsistent with all warnings found on the
machine and in the Operator’s Manual
This machine has been designed and built in accordance with the latest global
safety standards. It has been carefully engineered to eliminate hazards as far as
practicable and to increase operator safety through protective guards and labeling.
However, some risks may remain even after protective measures have been taken.
They are called residual risks. On this machine, they may include exposure to:
Heat, noise, exhaust, and carbon monoxide from the engine
Fire hazards from improper refueling techniques
Fuel and its fumes
Personal injury from improper lifting techniques or operating techniques
To protect yourself and others, make sure you thoroughly read and understand the
safety information presented in this manual before operating the machine.