MKT V-2Esc - Introduction

2 | INTRODUCTION
I. INTRODUCTION
This manual is exclusively for the MKT V-2Esc Hydraulic Vibratory Pile Driver/Extractor
System. The manual for the Rototilt mounting system that attaches the V-2Esc to the
excavator is included with this manual. It is your responsibility to read and understand
this manual, the Rototilt/Indexator manual, and the excavator manufacturer’s manuals
before operating this hydraulic construction tool. Make the following points part of your
regular workday.
- Know the limitations and operating characteristics of the Vibratory Pile Driver/
Extractor System.
- InspecttheV-2Escbeforeeachuseasspeciedinthismanualandyouremployer.
- NEVER use attachments that are not approved by the manufacturer.
- NEVER remove or modify any parts of the equipment.
- Know the location of other personnel and equipment and make sure they are at a
safe distance before operating.
- All visitors or other personnel in the immediate area of operating equipment must
wear all necessary personal protective equipment.
The MKT V-2Esc Hydraulic Vibratory Pile Driver/Extractor System is used for installing or
removingpiling.ThevemajorcomponentsofanMKTVibratoryPileDriver/Extractorinclude
rotating eccentric weights housed in a gear box that generate the vibratory forces to the pile,
an elastomer suspension system to isolate the vibratory forces from the excavator, a bottom
hydraulic clamp and side clamp system to grip the pile and Rototilt system to position the
hammer.
There are two rotating eccentric weights in the V-2Esc mounted in special heavy duty spherical
rollerbearings.Axeddisplacementgear-typehydraulicmotorisusedtodriveoneofthe
eccentricweights.Thesecondeccentricweightis,inturn,geardrivenandtimedofftherst
weight.
When operating within its load capabilities, the V-2Esc vibratory is designed to deliver a driving
force of about 25 tons to a pile at a rate of 1,700 vibrations per minute.