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PLAY IT SAFE!
OPERATIONAL, MAINTENANCE,
AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
FOR
RJ-88SC
RJ-100SC
RJ-250SC
RJ-250VL
Includes HT (Hydraulic Tailgate) Units and SL
(StreamLine, Liquid Removal) Units
RAM-JET SELF-CONTAINED
COMPACTOR CONTAINER
VERNON, AL • FAYETTE, AL
YERINGTON, NV • CLEARFIELD, PA
Marathon Equipment Company • OMI Manual No. 0018, Rev. 9/03
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CONTENTS SECTION 1 - Operation Introduction .................................................................................................. 1-1 Specifications ............................................................................................... 1-2 Pre-Operation Instructions ....................................................................... 1-3 Operator Station .......................................................................................... 1-4 Operating Instructions
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1 OPERATION INTRODUCTION 1-1 THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A MARATHON SELF-CONTAINED COMPACTOR/CONTAINER. This product is designed to give you reliable service and superior performance for years to come. To guarantee top performance and the safest operation of the compactor, each person involved in the operation, maintenance, and installation of the compactor should read and thoroughly understand the instructions in this manual and follow all warnings. The employer involved in the operation, maint
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1 OPERATION SPECIFICATIONS 1-2 “B” Fire Port - “A”, Clear Top Opening Each Side SIDE VIEW “D” COMPACTOR CONTAINER “C” “E” Model 88SC 100SC 250SC 250VL “A”, Clear Top Opening 30 1/2 x 48 35 x 60 40.5 x 58 35 x 60 (L x W) “B” 70 76 1/8 68 76 1/2 “C” 42 49 5/8 52 1/2 51 1/2 “D” (max.) 96* 104* 104* 104* “E” (max.) 254 1/2* 276* 275* 288* Charge Box Capacity 1.00 1.50 1.90 1.90 (cubic yards) WASTE
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1 OPERATION PRE-OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 1-3 FEDERAL REGULATION PROHIBITS THE USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY ANYONE UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE. STAY CLEAR OF ALL INTERNAL PARTS OF THE SELF-CONTAINED COMPACTOR/CONTAINER DURING OPERATION. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! NEVER ENTER ANY PART OF THE COMPACTOR UNLESS THE DISCON- NECT SWITCH HAS BEEN LOCKED-OUT AND TAGGED-OUT. See Lock- Out & Tag-Out instructions in the Maintenance section. Before starting the compactor, be sure no one
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1 OPERATION OPERATOR STATION 1-4 KEYED START SWITCH REVERSE OPERATOR STATION EMERGENCY STOP FOR 88SC, 100SC, 250SC, & 250 VL CONTROL DESCRIPTION FOR 88SC, 100SC, & 250SC 1. KEYED START SWITCH - This switch requires a key for operation. Insert the key and turn clockwise to the start position. Depress and hold the key for one to two seconds and release. The compactor will cycle one time (complete extension and retraction of the ram) and stop. After use, turn the key to the counterclockwise posi
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1 OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, & RJ-250SC 1-5 1.First, place the material to be discarded into the compactor. Note: If you are loading the compactor through a door or gate, close it before starting the compactor. Refer to “Optional Loading Configurations” in the Decal Placement section to determine how your compactor is set up. 2.Insert the key into the key switch. Turn it clockwise and depress for 1 to 2 seconds and release. The unit will make one complete cycle, t
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1 OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR RJ-250VL 1-6 1.First, place the material to be discarded into the compactor. Note: If you are loading the compactor through a door or gate, close it before starting the compactor. Refer to “Optional Loading Configurations” in the Decal Placement section to determine how your compactor is set up. 2.Insert the key into the key switch. Turn it clockwise and release. The unit will make one complete cycle, then stop. 3.Repeat, if ne
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1 OPERATION OPTIONAL CONTROLS 1-7 1. SUSTAINED MANUAL PRESSURE CONTROL BUTTON (Hold-To-Run, Release- To-Stop) - This option requires the compactor operator to remain at the push button station while the compactor is in use. Actuation requires depressing the "Hold-To- Run" and "Start" buttons. After the unit has started, the "Start" button is released. If the "Hold-To-Run" button is released, the unit will stop instantly. 2. CONTAINER FULL LIGHT - When the light is on, the container is full and
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1 OPERATION DECALS for RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, RJ-250SC, or RJ-250VL 1-8 WARNING DECAL REQUIREMENTS When your compactor leaves the factory, several WARNING DECALS are installed for protection. These labels are subject to wear and abuse due to the nature of the refuse handling operation. THESE DECALS MUST BE MAINTAINED. Additional decals may be purchased from your distributor or from Marathon Equipment Company. Decal Number 06-0002 - RAM JET - MARATHON EQUIPMENT COMPANY Decal Number 06-0
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1 OPERATION DECAL PLACEMENT for RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, RJ-250SC, or RJ-250VL 1-9 REMOTE POWER UNIT
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1 OPERATION DECAL PLACEMENT for RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, RJ-250SC, or RJ-250VL 1-10 OPTIONAL LOADING CONFIGURATIONS 06-0039 THRU-THE-WALL 06-0039 SECURITY CHUTE DOGHOUSE 06-0039 06-0040 EACH INSIDE WALL EACH OUTSIDE WALL 06-0039 06-0039, 06-0052 DOCK ACCESS GATE & HOPPER
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1 OPERATION ADDITIONAL DECALS and DECAL PLACEMENT for HYDRAULIC TAILGATE (HT) UNITS 1-11 In addition to the decals and their placement specified on the previous pages, the self-contained units with the hydraulic tailgate option require the following decals located as shown below. Decal Number 06-0104 - CAUTION: STAND CLEAR OF TAILGATE WHEN LIFTED. TRUCK MUST BE ON FIRM, LEVEL SURFACE BEFORE LIFTING GATE. FRONT AND REAR HOLD DOWNS MUST BE ENGAGED. TILT HOIST BEFORE LIFTI
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2 MAINTENANCE LOCK-OUT & TAG-OUT INSTRUCTIONS 2-1 FOREWORD: Before entering any part of the compactor, be sure that all sources of energy have been shut off, all poten- tial hazards have been eliminated, and the compactor is locked-out and tagged-out in accordance with OSHA and ANSI requirements. If the ram is pressing against a load, move the ram rearward before shutting the compactor down. The specific lock- out and tag-out instructions may vary from company to company (i.e. multiple locks ma
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2 MAINTENANCE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-2 WARNING: RAM SPEED ACCELERATES AS RAM RETRACTS. NEVER ENTER ANY PART OF THE SELF-CONTAINED COMPACTOR/CONTAINER UNTIL THE UNIT HAS BEEN LOCKED OUT AND TAGGED OUT. MONTHLY Check external hoses for chafing, rubbing, or other deterioration and damage. 1. 2. Check for any obvious unsafe conditions in the compactor area. 3. Check oil level in hydraulic reservoir. Level should be 3/4 of sight gauge. 4. Clean out or wash out debris from behind compactor ram. Lubr
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2 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 2-3 PRESSURE SETTING When the hydraulic cylinders used in the RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, RJ-250SC, and RJ- 250VL are fully extended or retracted, they bypass internally. This makes it impossi- ble for the hydraulic system to reach relief pressure. Follow the recommendations below for proper pressure setting. 1. Disconnect and lock out power using the procedure on page 2-1. 2. Using the quick disconnects, disconnect the hydraulic hoses from the compactor. 3. Remove the 1/4” plug
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2 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 2-4 RAM CONTROL TIMER ADJUSTMENT Determine the cycle time of your machine. This can be found in the “CHARTS” section of this manual under “TIMER SETTINGS”. Set the timers as shown in the chart. When the switches are properly set, the ram will fully extend, stop for one-half to one second, then fully retract, stop and the unit will shut down. NOTE: As time passes, the cycle time may change and need to be readjusted. To set a timer, move the appropriate binary switches t
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2 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 2-5 CYLINDER REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove access covers from compactor. 2. Remove hoses (4, for 88SC & 250SC, 100SC & 250VL). 3. Remove cylinder pins. 4. Remove cylinders (2, for 88SC & 250SC, 1, for 100SC & 250VL). 5. To install the cylinders, reverse the above steps. MULTI-CYCLE TIMER ADJUSTMENT - OPTION Determine the cycle time of your machine. This can be found in the CHARTS section of this manual under TIMER SETTINGS. Next multiply the cycle time by the number o
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2 MAINTENANCE PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION 2-6 STANDARD SYSTEM OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS, 5 hp & 10 hp The system uses special cylinders to move the ram and two timers to control the opera- tion of the ram. When the hydraulic cylinders used in the RJ-88SC, RJ-100SC, RJ- 250SC, and RJ-250VL are fully extended or retracted, they bypass internally. This makes it impossible for the hydraulic system to reach relief pressure. The sequence of operation for this system is as follows: Upon startup, a contact
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2 MAINTENANCE TAILGATE SEAL REPLACEMENT 2-7 When the door/tailgate seal becomes damaged or worn, replace the seal. WARNING: For units with hydraulic tailgates, before performing any inspection or maintenance on the seal, support the raised tailgate with a crane, forklift, or other positive maintenance prop. l WHEN REMOVING THE OLD SEALS (TOP & BOTTOM), MARK THE POSITION OF THE SEAL JOINTS. PRY THE SEAL RETAINER UP SLIGHTLY TO ALLOW REMOVAL OF THE OLD SEALS. l WHEN INSTALLING THE NEW SEALS, J
