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Operate Rammer for Compaction

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Stone consolidation station

What happens here

Start the Wacker Neuson BS60-2i rammer by following the manufacturer's specific starting procedure, typically involving a choke, throttle, and pull-start. Once the engine is running, firmly grip the handles of the rammer. Guide the rammer over the loose gravel or soil, allowing its percussive action to repeatedly strike and compact the material. The video shows the rammer operating on a layer of light-colored gravel. Move the rammer in a systematic pattern, such as overlapping passes, to ensure uniform compaction across the entire area. Allow the machine to do the work; avoid leaning excessively on the handles or trying to force it. The rammer is designed to hop and compact the material with each strike. Maintain a steady, slow pace to achieve optimal compaction, ensuring each section receives sufficient impact. For deeper compaction, multiple passes may be required.

Goal: Achieve dense and stable ground compaction.

Tools and materials

  • Loose Gravel — The material being compacted