Contents Foreword ........................5 Introduction ....................... 6 2.1 Means of representation for this operator's manual ........... 6 2.2 Wacker Neuson representative ................7 2.3 Described machine parts..................7 2.4 Identification of the machine................8 Safety information ....................10 3.1 Principle......................10 3.2 Qualification of the operating personnel ............
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Disposal ........................45 Accessories ......................46 Technical data ......................47 12.1 EH 6/EHB 7 - 230 ..................... 47 12.2 EH 6/EHB 7 - 115 ..................... 48 12.3 EH 6/EHB 7 - 120 ..................... 49 12.4 Notes regarding the level of exposure to vibrations ......... 51 12.5 Notes regarding class rating................
Foreword This operator's manual contains information and procedures for the safe opera- tion and maintenance of your Wacker Neuson machine. In the interest of your own safety and to prevent accidents, you should carefully read through the safety information, familiarize yourself with it and observe it at all times.
2 Introduction EH 6, EHB 7 Introduction Means of representation for this operator's manual Warning symbols This operator's manual contains safety imformation of the categories: DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE. They should be followed to prevent danger to life and limb of the operator or dam- age to equipment and exclude improper service.
Neuson service, your Wacker Neuson affiliate or your Wacker Neuson dealer. You can find the addresses in the Internet at www.wackerneuson.com. The addresses of the Wacker Neuson main locations are located at the end of this operator's manual. Described machine parts This operator's manual is valid for different machine parts from a product range.
2 Introduction EH 6, EHB 7 Identification of the machine Nameplate position Item Designation Nameplate Operator's manual...
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EH 6, EHB 7 2 Introduction Nameplate data The nameplate lists information that uniquely identifies your machine. This infor- mation is needed to order spare parts and when requesting additional technical information. Enter the information of your machine into the following table:...
3 Safety information EH 6, EHB 7 Safety information Principle State of the art This machine has been constructed with state-of-the-art technology according to the recognized rules of safety. Nevertheless, when used improperly, dangers to the life and limb of the operator or to third persons or damage to the machine or other materials cannot be excluded.
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Only use spare parts and accessories from Wacker Neuson. Non-compliance will exempt the manufacturer from all liability. Exclusion of liability Wacker Neuson will refuse to accept liability for injuries to persons or for damage to materials in the following cases: Structural modifications.
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If you have misplaced the operator's manual or require an additional copy, con- tact your Wacker Neuson representative or download it from the Internet (www.wackerneuson.com). Always hand over this operator's manual to other operators or to the future owner of the machine.
EH 6, EHB 7 3 Safety information Qualification of the operating personnel Operator qualifications Only trained personnel are permitted to start and operate the machine. The fol- lowing rules also apply: You are physically and mentally fit. You have received instruction on how to independently use the machine.
This machine generates noise that exceeds the country-specific permissible noise levels (individual rating level). It may therefore be necessary to wear ear protection. You can find the exact value in the chapter Technical Data. Wacker Neuson recommends that you always wear ear protection. Transport Switching off the machine Before you transport the machine, switch it off and pull the plug out of the plug receptacle.
EH 6, EHB 7 3 Safety information Operating safety Work environment Familiarize yourself with your work environment before you start work. This in- cludes e.g. the following items: Obstacles in the work and traffic area. Load-carrying capacity of the ground.
3 Safety information EH 6, EHB 7 Caution with toxic materials Some materials may contain toxic chemicals which are released during demoli- tion. Therefore personal protective equipment must be worn to prevent inhalation of and skin contact with work dust.
EH 6, EHB 7 3 Safety information Safe working with the hammer Keep the tool holder closed during operation. Guide the power cable always from the machine to the rear and keep it away from the working range of the machine.
I). Only use extension cables which are suitable for use at construction sites: Aver- age rubber hose H05RN-F or better – Wacker Neuson recommends H07RN-F or a country-specific equivalent design. Immediately replace damaged extension cables (e.g. tears in the sheathing) or loose plugs and couplings.
4 Scope of delivery EH 6, EHB 7 Scope of delivery EH 6 Item Designation Carrying case with tool compart- ments Grease Rotary hammer Supplementary handle Operator's manual Parts book General safety information (with- out illustration) Operator's manual...
5 Description EH 6, EHB 7 Description Application EH 6 A wide selection of easily interchangeable tools makes this machine suitable for breaking, chiseling, digging, puddling, hammering, ramming and deburring tasks. The machine is suited for processing natural as well as synthetic stone and asphalt and any type of masonry and concrete.
EH 6, EHB 7 5 Description Components and operator's controls Item Designation Tool holder Ventilation slot Changeover switch Vibration reduction ON/OFF switch Control lamp Service light Slide switch for pre-selecting speed Power cable with plug Supplementary handle Adjustable depth gauge...
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5 Description EH 6, EHB 7 Changeover switch The changeover switch has 2 or 3 operating mode positions depending on ma- chine. The symbol in the viewing window of the changeover switch identifies the selected operating mode. Chiseling Hammer drilling...
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The service light lights up red shortly before a carbon brush reaches the wearing limit. Replace carbon brushes in a timely manner. Plug The machine comes with a country-specific plug as a standard equipment. Supplementary handle for EH 6 Item Designation D-shaped handle...
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5 Description EH 6, EHB 7 Supplementary handle for EHB 7 Item Designation Clamping piece Radial handle Strap The supplementary handle ensures a safe work position and reduces operator fatigue. The entire supplemental handle can be swiveled variably by 360°.
EH 6, EHB 7 6 Transport Transport Transporting the machine The machine must be transported in the carrying case supplied. 1. Pull the mains plug from the socket. 2. Remove tool. 3. Remove supplementary handle. 4. Place the machine in the carrying case.
7 Operation EH 6, EHB 7 Operation WARNING Improper handling can result in injury or serious material damage. Read and follow all safety instructions of this operator's manual, see chapter Safety information. WARNING Electrical voltage. Injuries from electrocution. Remove the plug from the plug receptacle before all work on the machine.
EH 6, EHB 7 7 Operation Adjusting the machine 7.2.1 Operating mode (only EHB 7) Selecting the operating mode WARNING Danger of injury with uncontrolled start up of the machine during switching. Actuate changeover switch only when machine is inactivated and has come to a complete standstill.
7 Operation EH 6, EHB 7 7.2.2 Engine speed Setting the engine speed Item Designation Slide switch for pre-selecting speed Use the slide switch to adjust the engine speed: Press slide switch for pre-selecting the speed towards rear (small symbol) to reduce engine speed.
EH 6, EHB 7 7 Operation 7.2.3 Supplementary handle for EH 6 Only operate the machine with the supplementary handle. Swiveling the supplementary handle Item Designation Toggle nut 1. Loosen the toggle nut by turning counterclockwise until the supplementary handle can be swiveled.
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7 Operation EH 6, EHB 7 Swiveling the D-shaped handle Item Designation D-shaped handle Toggle nut Gearing 1. Loosen the toggle nut by turning counterclockwise until the gearing is loos- ened. 2. Swivel D-shaped handle to desired position and allow gearing to snap into place.
EH 6, EHB 7 7 Operation 7.2.4 Supplementary handle for EHB 7 Only operate the machine with the supplementary handle. Swiveling the supplementary handle Item Designation Radial handle 1. Loosen the radial handle by turning counterclockwise until the supplementary handle can be swiveled.
7 Operation EH 6, EHB 7 7.2.5 Adjustable depth gauge (only EHB 7) Adjusting the depth gauge NOTICE Slipping of the adjustable depth gauge can result in incorrect borehole depths. Always insert adjustable depth gauge into clamp with the grooved side pointing up.
EH 6, EHB 7 7 Operation Changing tools Safety instructions You can change the tool without additional tools. Notes on using tools Only use tools with the following properties: The tool end must be undamaged. The tool must be sufficiently sharp to avoid impact damage.
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7 Operation EH 6, EHB 7 Removing tool Item Designation Tool Locking sleeve 1. Slide locking sleeve towards rear and hold on to it. Lock is released. 2. Remove tool from tool holder by pulling forward. 3. Release locking sleeve.
EH 6, EHB 7 7 Operation Starting up Connecting the machine to the power supply The machine may only be connected to AC single phase, connection values see chapter Technical Data. NOTICE Electrical voltage. Incorrect voltage can cause damage on the machine.
EH 6, EHB 7 7 Operation Vibration reduction CAUTION Too little spring travel at handle. Injuries due to too severe kickback. Do not press machine all the way up to the stop of the vibration reduction and against the area you wish to work on.
7 Operation EH 6, EHB 7 Decomissioning Switching off the machine 1. Release or press again and release the ON/OFF switch. 2. Wait until the machine has come to a complete standstill. 3. Set down the machine in such a way that it cannot tilt, fall or slip.
Check tool holder for wear – have it changed, if necessary. * * Have your Wacker Neuson contact partner carry out these tasks. Note: Take the machine to your Wacker Neuson contact partner for servicing when the red service light lights up. Operator's manual...
8 Maintenance EH 6, EHB 7 Maintenance work WARNING Electrical voltage. Injuries from electrocution. Remove the plug from the plug receptacle before all work on the machine. Working in the workshop Perform maintenance work in a workshop on a workbench. This has the following benefits: Protection of the machine of contamination on the construction site.
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EH 6, EHB 7 8 Maintenance Checking the tool holder for wear Item Value 200 mm Max. 6 mm 1. Insert the tool. Note: Use a new tool to measure only the wear of the tool holder and not the wear of the tool.
Drill is jammed (only EHB 7) Too much borer dust in bore- Pull drill bit out off borehole and hole. remove dust from drill bit. Interfering reinforcing steel. Redrill borehole. * Have your Wacker Neuson contact partner carry out these tasks. Operator's manual...
EH 6, EHB 7 10 Disposal 10 Disposal Dispose the machine and packaging through environmentally friendly recycling. During disposal observe the regional rules and regulations, e.g. the European Di- rective for obsolete electrical and electronic devices. Do not dispose of the machine in household rubbish. It must be disposed of separately.
11 Accessories EH 6, EHB 7 11 Accessories There is a wide range of accessories available for the machine. For more information on the individual accessories, visit the following website: www.wackerneuson.com. Operator's manual...
EH 6, EHB 7 12 Technical data 12 Technical data 12.1 EH 6/EHB 7 - 230 Designation Unit EH 6 M EHB 7 M Item no. 0610304 0610303 Length x Width x Height mm (in) 473 x 109 x 293 (18.6 x 4.3 x 11.5)
12.5 Notes regarding class rating (page 51). Determined acc. to 2000/14/EC at ear of operator. *** Determined according to 2000/14/EC. **** According to EN 60745. 12.2 EH 6/EHB 7 - 115 Designation Unit EH 6 M EHB 7 M Item no.
12.5 Notes regarding class rating (page 51). Determined acc. to 2000/14/EC at ear of operator. *** Determined according to 2000/14/EC. **** According to EN 60745. 12.3 EH 6/EHB 7 - 120 Designation Unit EH 6 M EHB 7 M Item no.
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12 Technical data EH 6, EHB 7 Designation Unit EH 6 M EHB 7 M Drive Universal electric motor with pro- tective insulation Class rating * Sound pressure level L dB(A) Sound power level L dB(A) Sound pressure level L...
EH 6, EHB 7 12 Technical data 12.4 Notes regarding the level of exposure to vibrations The vibration emission level given in this Operator´s manual has been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in EN 60745 and may be used to compare one tool with another.
The extension cable has to be connected correctly on plug and bushing. The extension cable has to be suitable for use at construction sites: Average rubber hose H05RN-F or better – Wacker Neuson recommends H07RN-F or a country-specific equivalent design.
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EH 6, EHB 7 12 Technical data Example You utilize an EHB 7 M/230 and want to use an extension cable with a length of 50 m (164 ft). The machine has an input voltage of 230 V. According to the table, the extension cable must feature a cross-section area of 1.5 mm...
This is to certify that this product meets and complies with the relevant regulations and re- quirements of the following guidelines and standards: 98/37/EC, EN 60745, 2000/14/EC (only EH 6 M), 2004/108/EC, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 55014-1, EN 55014-2...
DIN EN ISO 9001 Certificate Prüf- und Zertifizierungsinstitut VERBAND DER ELEKTROTECHNIK ELEKTRONIK INFORMATIONSTECHNIK e.V. C E R T I F I C A T E Registration-Number: 6236/QM/06.97 This is to certify that the company Wacker Construction Equipment AG Wacker-Werke GmbH & Co. KG at the following locations Head Office Munich Preußenstraße 41...
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Wacker Construction Equipment AG, Preußenstraße 41, 80809 München – Deutschland – Tel.: +49-(0)89-354 02-0 – Fax: +49-(0)89-354 02-390 Wacker Corporation – P.O. Box 9007 – Menomonee Falls, WI 53052-9007 – USA – Tel.: +1(1)262-255-0500 – Fax: +1(1)262-255-0550 – Support: 800-770-0957 Wacker Machinery (HK) Ltd.–...