CEMP-E
EI 02G001
01 July 1997
Table 4-1. Do' and do not' of VIbratory Hammers.
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Things that Always Need to be Done
Things that Never Need to be Done
Always store oily rags in containers.
Never allow unauthorized or unqualified
If these get into a hydraulic system,
people to operate, maintain, or come within
there can be problems.
30 meters of the equipment.
Always remove all tools from unit
Never allow anyone to stand directly under
before starting.
or within at least 3 meters of the hammer or
pile being driven during operation. Failure
Always be sure that, with hydraulic
to do so could result in injury or death caused
systems, all pressure is out of the
by falling parts, rocks, or dirt on the hammer.
system and that all pressure gauges
read zero before working on the
Never operate the power pack' engine in a
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hydraulics of the system. The high
in a closed area. The breathing of the fumes
pressure fluid in hydraulic lines can
can be fatal.
be very dangerous if released.
Always make sure that all hose hittings or
Never smoke or use an open flame when
connections are very tight when reas-
servicing batteries. Proper ventilation is
sembled. Failure to do so can result in
necessary when charging batteries. On
the hoses coming loose, flying around,
units with a power pack enclosure, all of
hydraulic fluid spraying everywhere, and
the doors of the unit must be open during
injury or death.
battery charging.
Always make sure that electrical
Never smoke when filling fuel tank or
systems are properly grounded during
hydraulic reservoir or, for that matter while
operation. Also, make sure that they are
anywhere near exciter, hoses, or power
not connected to any power source in any-
pack. Diesel fuel, gasoline, and hydraulic
way and that there is no voltage of any kind
fluid are all very flammable.
in the system before servicing same.
Always make sure that electrical
Never adjust or repair the unit while it is in
connections and wiring are tight and
operation, except with the main motor and
completely insulated to prevent shock
clamp controls provided for that purpose.
if accidentally touched. This is especially
If you need to make any other adjustments,
important in waterfront or marine
shut the entire system down first.
situations; uninsulated wire can result in
electrocution.
Always be sure to wear gloves and protec-
Never store flammable liquids near the engine.
tive clothing while working on any part of
the system. It is even better to wait until the
Never unclamp the exciter from the pile when
system has cooled down. Hydraulic com-
there is any line pull on the suspension or
ponents, electrical wiring and switchgear,
when the hammer is still vibrating.
and the engine get very hot during
operation.
Always make sure that the pile is firmly
gripped by the jaws when clamping.
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