Wheatheart S2000 Post Pounder - Manual (Page 40)

6. O PERATION W HEATHEART - P OST P OUNDER
6.2. D RIVES S2000 M ODEL
40 IM15 R1
• Ensure that the pounder is attached to the tractor 3-point hitch with hitch
pins and secured with hairpins.
• Consult local utility companies to identify the location of buried power/gas
lines.
DRI
6.2. DRIVES
This unit requires hydraulic power either:
• by direct connection to the tractor’s hydraulic system (standard)
• or by connecting the S2000’s optional integrated hydraulic pump to the trac-
tor’s 540 RPM PTO shaft (PTO Kit installed).
The S2000 Post Pounder is designed to operate with a hydraulic flow rate of
7 GPM@1500 PSI. This provides an acceptable hammer-rise rate of around
three seconds.
If lower flow or pressure are supplied, operation may become slower, sluggish, or
fail entirely.
If flow/pressure is too high, the hammer may rise with too much force and speed,
and there is a risk of damage to the equipment and injury of the operator.
If the hammer lifts too quickly or too slowly, adjust the hydraulic supply from the
tractor, or the PTO speed.
6.2.1. S
TANDARD
H
YDRAULIC
D
RIVE
If you use the tractor’s hydraulic system directly, you must run the post pounder’s
hydraulic fluid return line directly to the tractor’s hydraulic fluid reservoir.
Always fasten the return line in such a way that the end of the hose cannot slip
out of the tractor’s reservoir.
Hydraulic pressure is supplied and regulated by the tractor, apart from an
adjustable pressure relief valve in the post pounder control valve.
WARNING
Shut off and remove key or lock out power
source before inspecting or servicing the
machine.