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Protech Machinery
P200S Post Driver
Operator and Parts Manual
Protech Machinery Ltd,
Woolridge Farm,
Gloucester Road,
Hartpury,
Gloucestershire.
GL19 3BG Telephone: 07971 079751

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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Conforming to EEC Directive 98/37/EC
We Protech Machinery Ltd
Of Woolridge Farm,
Gloucester Road,
Hartpury,
Gloucestershire.
GL19 3BG
Hereby declare that the product: POSTDRIVER
Product Code P230S
Serial Number series
Manufactured by the above Company complies with the required provisions of
the Directive 98/37/EC
To effect the correct application of the safety requirements stated in the EEC
Directives, the following standards and/or technical specification have been
used:
•THE SUPPLY OF MACHINERY (SAFETY) REGULATIONS 2008.
•S.I. No.299 of 2007. Safety, Health and Welfare at work.
•Health and Safety at Work Act, 1974 (UK).
•EN 1SO 14121-1: 2007 `Safety of machinery. Principles for risk
assessment`.
•EN ISO 13857 –Safety of machinery: Safety distances to prevent
hazard zones being reached by upper and lower limbs.
Signed……………………………………………………………………………..
On behalf of Protech Machinery
Status……………………………………………………………………………….
Date…………………………………………………………………………………

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Contents
Page number
Introduction
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P200S Product Specification
4
P200S Part Reference
5
Safety information
6
Machine Safety Stickers
10
Control Functions of the Post Driver
11
Slew Arm Control
11
Telescopic Arm Control
12
Hydraulic Rear Leg Control
12
Mast Forward Tilt Control
13
Mast Side Tilt Control
13
Driver Weight Control
14
Rock Spike Control
15
Left/Right Leg Control
15
Installation Of the post Driver
16
Transportation of the Post Driver
19
Safe use of the Post Driver
19
Safe use of the Rock Spike
21
Storage of the Post Driver
22
Maintenance of the Post Driver
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This manual must be read and fully understood before fitting or
operating this machine. Whenever any doubt exists please contact
Protech Machinery for assistance. If the machine is resold the Manual
must be given to the new owner.
Introduction
Dear customer,
Thank you for purchasing a Protech P230S Contractor Post Driver. Protech
machinery Ltd has produced this User Guide to assist and help you get the
most from your post driver.
This manual is line with the relevant Health and Safety regulations to assist
you with operating this machine without harm to yourself.
You should be aware that any person operating this machine with your
permission must be given adequate guidance and information to allow him or
her to use the machine safely.
Where as every effort has been made to ensure the Post Driver conforms to
Protech policy of quality, the machine cannot be expected to withstand abuse
caused by misuse and negligence by the operator.
Please advise Protech if this manual is required in foreign language.

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P200S Product Specification
All dimensions are in millimetres.
Weight (including rock spike)
1150kg
Driver weight
300kg
Tractor Horsepower (minimum)
90 hp
Auxiliary oil flow (minimum)
50L/MIN
Auxiliary oil pressure (minimum)
170 bar
Please note: the total machine weight will vary depending on driver weight
option.

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P200S Part References
The diagram below displays all the P230S parts referred to in this manual.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
This machine has the potential to be extremely dangerous, in the wrong
hands it can kill. It is therefore imperative that the owner and the operator of
this machine read the following section to ensure that they are both fully
aware of the dangers that do, or may exist, and their responsibilities
surrounding its use.
The operator of this machine is responsible not only for their safety but
equally for the safety of others who may come into close proximity of the
machine, as the owner you are responsible for both
Daily PUWER checklist to be completed by Competent Person.
All defects to be reported.
Any defects found must be rectified before using the machine.
Before working on site, risk assessment to be done by the operator
(competent person) and signed and dated.
Extra care to be taken in urban areas and ground with dense vegetation
POTENTIAL SIGNIFICANT DANGERS ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF
THIS MACHINE:
Injuring of feet. No person must be in this area when the Post Driver is raised
or lowered by the tractor or near to the rear leg and foot plate when operating
this control.
Crushing under the falling weight. No person must be near the post when the
weight is falling. Never put a hand on top of the post or rock spike under any
circumstances.
A trapping zone from the forward and side tilting mast, no person must be in
this area.
A trapping zone between the Slew arm and Main frame, no person must be in
this area.
Becoming trapped between tractor and machine when hitching or unhitching.
Machine overbalancing when freestanding (out of use).
Electrocution from Overhead Power Lines (by contact with or ‘flashover from).
Being hit by flying debris such as splinters from wooden posts.
Injection of high pressure oil from damaged couplings or hydraulic hoses.
Beware of low bridges and other overhead obstructions, always measure and
be aware of the maximum height when hitched to the tractor before
transporting.

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BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE YOU MUST:
Ensure you read and fully understand all sections of the operator handbook,
Ensure the operator is fully competent to use this machine.
Ensure the operator has been issued with, reads and fully understands the
operator handbook.
The post cap plate must be used to hold posts at all times. Under no
circumstances should the post be held manually while operating the Post
Driver.
Only the operator must control the Post Driver, all other operatives and
spectators must be kept away from the machine at all times.
Ensure that the tractor meets the minimum weight recommendations of the
machine manufacturer.
Ensure that the tractor is in correct working condition, with correct fluid levels.
Ensure that all safety guards are fitted and in good condition.
Ensure that machine fittings and couplings are in good condition.
Ensure that all warning labels are always visible and not damaged, defaced or
missing
Ensure working area is free from debris/obstacles that may cause tripping
hazard.
Ensure the operator is protected from noise. Ear defenders should be worn.
Ensure the operator is protected from flying debris. Safety glasses should be
worn.
Always ensure no person is operating or on the tractor while the operator is
near to or using the machine.
Always ensure when you remove your machine from the tractor that it is left in
a safe and stable position using the stands, and lock plates are in place and
secured.
Always check for worn hydraulic components.
Always ensure the rope is not damaged. Replacements must be a certified
Protech rope.
When working difficult ground conditions/gradients, an additional risk
assessment must be made and introduce the control measures to make safe
to carry out operations.

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During maintenance or adjustments:
•Ensure that the weight is fully down, with the rope relaxed.
•Ensure that the hydraulic pressure is released.
•Ensure that the Tractor engine is switched off.
During Transport ensure:
•That the weight is fully down
•That the Post Driver is carried low to the ground and with the mast
crowded back for stability and maximum clearance from overhead
obstructions.
•Always drive at a safe speed and in complete control of the vehicle.
•Ensure that the hydraulic `Lock Plates ` are fitted for Mast forward tilt
and Mast side tilt
•Ensure the Slew arm locking pin is fitted.
WHEN NOT TO USE THIS MACHINE:
Never attempt to use this machine if you are not familiar or competent with the
machine.
Never use a machine until you have read and fully understood the operator
handbook, are familiar with and practiced the controls, and `on site` specific
risk assessment has been completed and understood by all persons.
Never use a machine that is poorly maintained
Never use a machine on which the hydraulic system shows signs of wear or
damage.
Never fit, or use a machine on a tractor that does not meet the manufacturers
minimum specification level.

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Never start or continue to work a machine if people are nearby or approaching
–stop and wait until they are at a safe distance before continuing.
Never use a machine to perform a task it has not been designed to do.
Never operate the tractor from any other position other than from the driving
seat, especially whilst hitching or unhitching the machine.
Never carry out maintenance of a machine or a tractor whilst the engine is
running –the engine should be switched off, the key removed and pocketed.
Never leave a machine unattended in a raised position –it should be lowered
to the ground on a level firm site.
Never leave a tractor with the key in or the engine running.
Never attempt to detect a hydraulic leak with your hand –use a piece of
cardboard.
Never allow children near to, or play on, a tractor or machine under any
circumstances.
Never move the position of the control panel.
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