FLEXTOOL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
POWERVIBE HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATOR
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1300 353 986
flextool.com.au
DO NOT operate the equipment where moisture or water is
present.
ENSURE that repairs to the electric motor and wiring
are carried out immediately by QUALIFIED & LICENCED
personnel.
DO NOT clean or hose the machine while the electrical supply
is connected.
NOISE HAZARDS
EXCESSIVE NOISE can lead to temporary or permanent loss
of hearing.
WEAR an approved hearing protection device to limit noise
exposure as required by Occupational Health and Safety
regulations. Noise levels in excess of 85dB(A) may be
produced by engines and concrete vibrators.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
ALWAYS wear protective clothing and footwear to prevent the
skin coming into contact with wet concrete.
PROTECTIVE FOOTW
EAR
should be worn to reduce injuries
from penetration through the sole, contact with cutting
objects, slipping and contact with wet concrete.
EYE PROTECTION must also be worn to prevent eye injuries.
USE GLOVES when handling and operating concrete
vibrators.
ADDITIONAL HAZARDS
Slip/Trip/Fall is a major cause of serious injury or death.
Beware of power leads, the flexible shaft and water left on the
walking or work surface.
Exercise caution and ensure that the perimeter of elevated
formwork or platforms is protected.
Exercise care when working in the vicinity of unprotected holes
or excavations
OPERATION
If an extension lead is required, its maximum length must not
exceed 10m. Select a Heavy-Duty lead to minimise voltage
drop and prevent damage to the equipment. Never operate
with the extension lead in a coiled position.
DO NOT use an eccentric-type immersion vibrator head as an
external vibrator by applying it to the outside of formwork.
DO NOT operate the vibrating head out of concrete for
extended periods.
DO NOT leave it running while you wait for fresh supplies of
concrete to be placed. Vibrator heads are designed to be
cooled by the concrete in which they are immersed.
DO NOT drag the concrete vibrator through the concrete or
use it shift or move the concrete. Using a concrete vibrator in
this way will cause damage to the vibrating head and flexshaft.
1. Place the concrete vibrator head into the concrete so that the
vibrating head is at ninety degrees to the surface, the vibrating
head should not be inserted at an angle.
2. Hold the vibrator in the concrete for approx 10-15 seconds
until no further air bubbles appear on the surface.
3. Lift the vibrator from the concrete slowly to ensure the hole left
by the vibrating head is correctly back filled with concrete.
4. Again, place the vibrating head into the concrete at a distance
of approx 40-60cm from where it was previously placed.
5. Repeat steps 1-4 across the entire surface of the concrete to
ensure correct compaction of the concrete.
CARE AND PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
Keep the equipment clean and free of concrete residue and
build up.
Concrete vibrators must be handled with care and be properly
maintained in order to avoid unnecessary breakdowns. Check
regularly for signs of wear and rectify any faults immediately.
The exterior of the flexshaft and the vibrator head are subject
to abrasion and wear. If the vibrator is operated unchecked,
concrete will eventually enter the vibrator head or the flexshaft.
Naturally, the cost of repairing a vibrator which has been
allowed to deteriorate in this way will be greater.
Regular inspection of the vibrator and the flexible shaft will
avoid these problems.
CLEANING AND STORAGE
It is advisable to wash the vibrator head and flexshaft with
clean water after each use and before storing. This will ensure
that concrete does not accumulate on the exterior of the unit
that can cause overheating and premature failure of the unit
DO NOT use water or pressure cleaner on the control box,
power lead and RCD protection device, only the vibrating head
and flexible shaft should be cleaned with water.
