Flex Shaft Concrete Vibrators

SureSpeed and 994

VBR-UM-00043-EN-03 (June 2014) User Manual

Flex Shaft Concrete Vibrator

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CONTENTS

General Power Tool Safety Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Work Area Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Electrical Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Personal Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Power Tool Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Emissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Safety Symbol Explanations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Additional Safety Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Before Starting the Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Connecting the Vibrating Casing
(Quick-Disconnect Connections) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Disconnecting the Vibrator Casing
(Quick-Disconnect) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Connecting the Vibrating Casing
(Threaded Connections) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Disconnecting the Vibrator Casing
(Threaded Connector) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Brush Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Brush Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Filter Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Electric Vibrator Head

Service & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Flexible Shaft Lubrication Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Electric Vibrator Head Assembly Drawings & Parts Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Vibrator Head Model 750-D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Vibrator Head Model 750-EH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Vibrator Head Models 750-FI, 750-GI, 750-LI and 750-MI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Vibrator Head Model 750-SBI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Restrictions of Hazardous Substances (Rohs) Directive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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Model Number

Serial Number

Date Purchased

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Personal Safety
WARNING 1. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication to avoid risk of
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. serious personal injury.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
2. Always wear eye protection. Other protective equipment
MAY RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE AND/OR SERIOUS such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat,
INJURY. or hearing protection should be used in appropriate
conditions to reduce personal injuries.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY 3. Ensure the switch is in the OFF position before
connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking
WARNINGS up or carrying the tool.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
NNOTE: Save all warnings and instructions for the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached
future reference. to a rotating part of the power tool may result in
NNOTE: The term power tool in the warnings refers to your personal injury.
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery- 5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
operated (cordless) power tool. at all times.
6. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your
Work Area Safety hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or 7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
or fumes. connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Power Tool Use and Care
Electrical Safety 1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
for your application.
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with 2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it
earthed or grounded power tools. Unmodified plugs and on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces
battery pack from the power tool before making any
such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools
an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed
to reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
or grounded.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
instructions to operate the power tool.
electric shock.
5. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away
condition that may affect operation. If damaged, have the
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or
power tool repaired before use.
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension
cord suitable for outdoor use to reduce the risk of 7. Use the power tool, accessories, tool bits, and like
electric shock. equipment in accordance with these instructions, taking
into account the working conditions and the work
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location is
to be performed.
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply to reduce the risk of electric shock. Service
NNOTE: The term residual current device (RCD) may be
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person
replaced by the term ground fault circuit interrupter
using only identical replacement parts to ensure the tool is
(GFCI) or earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB).
safe to use.

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Emissions Additional Safety Note

1. Declared noise emission values: Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug
K = 0.69 dB (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully
LpA = 83.1 dB
in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact
LWA = 94.1 dB a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not
NNOTE: Wear hearing protection. change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the
2. Declared vibrator emissions: need for the three-wire grounded power cord and grounded
power supply system.
Front Handle = 4.28 m/s2
K = 1.50 m/s2
Rear Handle = 2.41 m/s2 INTRODUCTION
K = 1.50 m/s2 This concrete vibrator motor is used to power concrete flex
NNOTE: The declared vibration total value has been shaft vibrators which provide vibration to consolidate freshly
measured in accordance with a standard test poured concrete. The vibration is created by an eccentric (off
method and may be used for comparing one tool center) weight within the vibrator head. As the weight spins
with another. The declared vibration total value may it forces the head housing to move within the fresh concrete.
also be used in a primary assessment of exposure. The continuous head movement agitates the concrete
mixture resulting in significantly reduced voids.
WARNING This motor can be used with any valid Wyco vibrator
head and shaft combination. See Table 1: Head and shaft
THE VIBRATION EMISSION DURING ACTUAL USE OF THE combinations on page 6 or common combinations. Shafts
POWER TOOL CAN DIFFER FROM THE DECLARED TOTAL are available in lengths of 2, 5, 7, 10, 14, 20 and 30 feet (0.61,
VALUE DEPENDING ON THE WAYS IN WHICH THE TOOL IS 1.52, 2.13, 3.05, 4.27, 6.1, and 9.14 m).
USED.
WARNING
SAFETY SYMBOL EXPLANATIONS
DO NOT USE NON-APPROVED PARTS. THE USE OF NON-
APPROVED PARTS MAY CAUSE A HAZARDOUS CONDITION
V Volts FOR THE OPERATOR.

Vibrator Head Vibrator Shaft

A Amperes
Size in.
Model No Length CK Series
Hz Hertz (mm)
13/16 (4.76) 750-D 2...20 ft
Alternating Current 8900
1 (25.4) 750-EH (0.61...6.1m)
Class II Tool 1-3/8
750-FI
(34.92)
IPX4 IP Symbol
1-3/4
750-GI
(44.45) 2...20 ft
Ground Terminal (Protective Earthing)
2 (50.8) 750-LI (0.61...6.1m)
9500
ON 2-1/4
750-MI
(57.15)
OFF
2-1/2 (63.5) 750-SBI
Refer to Instruction Manual 1-3/8 30 ft
750-FI
(34.92) (9.14 m)
Variability in Steps Table 1: Head and shaft combinations

Figure 1: Safety symbols

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OPERATION Variable Speed Control Models Only

The variable speed option allows the operator to choose
between 8000, 10,500, and 12,000 VPM (vibrations
Before Starting the Motor
per minute).
NNOTE: This instruction only pertains to model numbers that
DANGER start with WV.
NNOTE: See “Concrete vibrator replacement parts” on page
DO NOT USE DAMAGED EQUIPMENT. INSPECT THE 12 for switch and button locations.
VIBRATOR FOR DAMAGE PRIOR TO USING THIS
When the power switch is turned on, the motor will always
EQUIPMENT. READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL
start at 10,500 VPM. From the time the power is applied
SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS
there is a 20 second window in which to choose one of the
MANUAL. CAREFULLY CHECK THAT THE POWER CORD
alternate motor speeds.
HAS NO CUTS OR EXPOSED WIRES. VERIFY MOTOR
HOUSING IS INTACT. CHECK ALL ACORN NUTS TO VERIFY Hold the speed control button for one second to change the
THEY ARE TIGHTENED. motor speed to 8000 VPM. Release the speed control button
and then press it again for one second to increase the motor
speed to 12,000 VPM.
DANGER
Release and then press the speed control button a third time
DO NOT START THE MOTOR WITHOUT A SHAFT for one second to return the motor to 10,500 VPM. To reset
CONNECTED. THE EXPOSED SHAFT CONNECTION the 20 second speed change period, turn the power switch
PRESENTS A SAFETY HAZARD AS IT ROTATES AT HIGH off and then on again.
SPEED. CLOTHING OR SKIN MAY BECOME ENTANGLED IN
Speed Control
THE SHAFT CONNECTION CAUSING INJURY. Button Held for
At Least 1 sec

Ensure that the motor, shaft and head are connected 1 sec
Speed Control
Button Held for
12,000
Ramp-up
securely. See Preventive Maintenance on page 12. At Least 1 sec
10,500

Ensure that the power plug is connected to the appropriate Power Switch
Speed Control
VPM
Button Held for
power source. Turned ON At Least 1 sec
8000
Ensure that the motor is not immersed in concrete and that 7000
any cord connections are not in water or fresh concrete.
20 sec
Turn vibrator on by moving the rocker switch to I. See
Table 3: Concrete vibrator replacement parts on page 12 for
switch location. Figure 2: Variable speed control timing

NNOTE: The Sure Speed has been designed with a soft

start and will slowly ramp up to speed over a 1
second period.
Insert the vibrator head into the concrete to be consolidated.
Do not run the vibrator head outside of fresh concrete for an
extended period of time. The vibrator depends on moving
concrete to cool the bearings.
Avoid sharp bends in the flex shaft during operation. Sharp
bends reduce shaft life.
Remove the vibrator head from concrete and turn the rocker
switch to O. See Table 3: Concrete vibrator replacement parts
on page 12 for switch location.

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SETUP
The motor has several options for connecting the core and
casing assembly to the motor housing. For all available
connections, see Figure 13 “Core and casing configurations” on
UnLocked Locked
page 11.
Figure 5: Unlock/Lock icons
Connecting the Vibrating Casing
(Quick-Disconnect Connections)
NNOTE: The casing must be fitted with a
quick‑disconnect end.
Shaft

Figure 6: Core/Casing alignment

5. Insert the casing and line up the shaft and driver so the
shaft slides into the driver.
6. Rotate the casing until the arrow lines up with the lock
Locking Lever icon on the quick‑disconnect connector.
7. Push down on the locking lever to clamp the
casing into the quick‑disconnect connector. The
locking lever should bottom out on the side of the
Figure 3: Quick‑disconnect fitting quick‑disconnect connector.
1. Be sure the locking lever on the quick‑disconnect NNOTE: If the casing feels loose or too tight after pushing
connector on the motor is in the up position. See Figure 3. down on the locking lever, raise the lever until the
2. Locate the core and casing. Identify the side of the lever is horizontal then rotate the hex head screw
casing that has the connection arrow and position the with a #4 Allen wrench in either direction to tighten
casing with the arrow face to the left as viewed from or loosen. Be careful to not loosen the lever too
the vibrator head end. See Figure 4. This side should face far or the lever bushing and screw will unthread
to the left when the casing is held directly behind the and could fall apart. After the adjustments are
quick‑disconnect. completed, push lever back down to bottom out to
connector. This procedure may need to be repeated
to get desired tight or lose condition. See Figure 7.

Figure 4: Casing arrow location

3. Align the end of the core with the driver inside the
quick‑disconnect fitting on the motor.
4. Align the arrows on the casing end with the unlock icon
on the quick‑disconnect connector. The unlock and lock
positions are shown by the unlock and lock icons (see
Figure 5) on the side of the quick‑disconnect fitting.
See Figure 6.

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Connecting the Vibrating Casing

(Threaded Connections)
NNOTE: The casing must be fitted with a thread
connector end.

Locking
Lever

Figure 7: Locking lever adjustment

Disconnecting the Vibrator Casing

Figure 8: Threaded casing connector
(Quick-Disconnect)
1. Line up threads of the shaft with the threaded motor
1. Be sure the quick‑disconnect locking lever on the motor
connector. Hold the casing end firmly and rotate the
is in the up position.
casing until it engages into the motor.
2. Rotate the core and casing counterclockwise from the
lock position to the unlock position.
3. Pull the casing end straight out of the quick‑disconnect Threads
connector on the motor.
4. Be sure that the locking lever is in the down position
when storing the motor to avoid damage to the lever.

Shaft

Figure 9: Shaft insertion

2. Hold the casing assembly in one hand while carefully

rotating the motor counterclockwise until motor is snug
to the shaft. See Figure 10.

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Disconnecting the Vibrator Casing

(Threaded Connector)
1. Carefully loosen the hex motor connector, using a
crescent wrench on the motor and a pipe wrench on
the flex shaft assembly, until the motor assembly can be
rotated by hand in a counterclockwise direction.
See Figure 11.

R o t ati o n

Figure 12: Hex motor connection

2. Carefully rotate the motor until it and the casing separate

from one another. Do not pull the core end too far out
Figure 10: Motor rotation
of the casing end or the head will have to be removed to
NNOTE: The motor may be taken off of the work surface realign the core with the head driver.
allowing the motor housing to spin in the air while 3. Place casing end of shaft into a vice and place an
holding onto the flex shaft with a hand or with vise. adjustable wrench to the hex motor connector to tighten
Do not over tighten or reef as this may damage the the motor to shaft.
plastic motor housing.
4. Once threads are started, rotate motor assembly until the
motor assembly stops turning. See Figure 10.
WARNING
5. Use a crescent wrench to hold the hex motor connector TIGHTENING OR TORQUING USING THE MOTOR HANDLE
and a pipe wrench on the flex shaft to tighten. CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO MOTOR CASING.
See Figure 11.
The motor can accommodate any of the 750 series cores
and casings.
The motor is ordered as either a dedicated quick‑disconnect
connection or a dedicated threaded connection version.
If the threaded version was ordered it cannot be used with
the quick‑disconnect core and casing. If the quick‑disconnect
version was ordered threaded core and casings can be used
with the addition of a thread to quick‑disconnect adapter.
The configuration options are shown in Figure 13.

Figure 11: Crescent wrench and pipe wrench placement

6. The vibrator assembly is now ready to use.

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1
5

Figure 13: Core and casing configurations

Item Description Notes

1 Quick-Disconnect Motor End These motor ends are part of the motor assembly. They are not
2 Threaded Motor End interchangeable and are part of the specific part number.
Wyco PN W423-500 allows threaded core and casings to be used
3 Threaded to Quick-Disconnect Adapter
with quick‑disconnect motor.
4 Quick-Disconnect Core and Casing
5 Threaded Core and Casing
Table 2: Core and casing options

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PARTS
Item Description Quantity WVD1 WVG1 WSD1 WSG1 WSG2
1 D-Ring 2 W819014 W819014
2 Filter, Intake 1 W423132 W423132
3 Carriage Screw; 10-32, 3/4 in (19.05 mm) 9 W423140 W423140
4 Acorn Nut, Self-locking; 10-32 UNF 9 W423141 W423141
5 Assembly, Brush & Spring; 115 V AC 2 W423117
5 Assembly, Brush & Spring; 230 V AC 2 W423118
6 Brush Cap with O-Ring 2 W423114 W423114
7 Casing Connector
8 Variable Speed Switch
514-O Non-foaming Vibrator Oil 14 oz W655-143 W655-143
Strap, Carry (not shown) 1 W819013 W819013
514-B Shaft Lubricant 14 oz W655-140 W655-140
Permatex 11 oz W657055 W657055
See Figure 14 for parts locations
Table 3: Concrete vibrator replacement parts

4
1
6
8

5
3 7

6
2

Figure 14: Parts locations

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Wyco vibrator motors are designed to operate 50…100 hours between normal preventive maintenance intervals. The service
instructions below should be followed to perform the preventive maintenance.

WARNING
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS CONTAINED WITHIN THE MOTOR HOUSING. OPENING THE MOTOR HOUSING
MAY BE DANGEROUS AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. ANY REPAIRS THAT REQUIRE OPENING THE MOTOR HOUSING
SHOULD BE PERFORMED AT AN AUTHORIZED Wyco SERVICE CENTER OR AT THE Wyco FACTORY. USE ONLY FACTORY
AUTHORIZED REPLACEMENTS PARTS.

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Brush Removal
For the location of the parts used in the following procedures
see Figure 14 and Table 3.
1. Disconnect the line cord from the power source.
2. Lay the motor on its side with the brush cap (6) facing up.
3. Use a 1/2 in 6-sided socket to unscrew the plastic brush
cap (6) from the motor half.
4. The brush spring (5) will pop out. Carefully remove the
brush spring by gently pulling on the spring.
5. Repeat these steps for the opposite side.

Brush Replacement
NNOTE: Brushes should be replaced in pairs.
1. Inspect and replace damaged O-rings.
2. Lubricate the O-ring prior to cap installation Figure 15: End cap removal
3. Align the new brush (5) with brush holder. Insert the 2. Pull the eccentric rotor assembly out of the housing. If the
new brush. bearings are stuck and you have difficulty removing them
4. Push the spring into the holder as you screw the brush from the housing, screw the end cap partly back into the
cap back into the housing. housing and bounce the head and cap down on a block
of wood in order to loosen the bearings from their seat,
NNOTE: The O-ring must be on the brush cap before you
then pull out the rotor assembly. See Figure 16.
screw the cap into the housing.
5. Torque the brush cap (6) to 35 in. lb.
6. Repeat these steps for the opposite side.

Filter Replacement
1. Pull the old filter down from the housing with
your fingers.
2. Place the new filter (2) in the housing, tapered side up.
See Figure 14.

ELECTRIC VIBRATOR HEAD

SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
Figure 16: Bearing Removal

IIMPORTAN NNOTE: Hexagon driver has left hand threads.

Service the vibrator head after every 50 hours of operation for 3. Flush the rotor assembly and housing with solvent and
trouble-free running on the job. wipe all parts clean. Replace bearings, seals and hex
driver. Maintain concentric alignment of the hex driver
When servicing, always replace the hex driver, the seals and with respect to the rotor shaft. Refill with proper amount
of Wyco No. 514-O non-foaming vibrator oil. See Table
the bearings, or bushing for 750-D & 750-EH heads.
4. Apply Loctite 545 adhesive/sealant or equivalent to
See Electric Vibrator Head Assembly Drawings & Parts Lists on threads on both ends of rotor.
page 15.
All heads are equipped with seals at the flexible shaft end
and contain oil. The seals serve a double purpose; to keep the
oil in the head and to keep the grease from the flexible shaft
out of the head.
1. Hold the nose end in a vise and unscrew the end cap
counterclockwise with a chain wrench or a good pipe
wrench. See Figure 15.

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Head Model Head Size in (mm) Oil Required A break-in procedure is required after the assembly of
750-D 13/16 (20.64) Square 1/2 oz (14 g) separately shipped core and casing. This procedure involves
repeatedly coiling the flex shaft from the head to the motor
750-EH 1 (25.4) Square 3/4 oz (21 g)
while the motor is running. The coiling and uncoiling should
750-FI 1-3/8 (34.93) Square 1 oz (28 g) be repeated at least three times for proper break-in.
750-GI 1-3/4 (44.45) Square 1-1/4 oz (35 g)
NNOTE: For shorter core and casing combinations, coiling
750-LI 2 (50.8) Square 2 oz (57 g) is not possible. Break-in for short core and casings
750-MI 2-1/4 (57.15) Square 3-1/2 oz (99 g) requires bending into a U-shape instead of a coil.
750-SBI 2-1/2 (63.5) Round 1-1/4 oz (35 g) Water is one of the greatest enemies of satisfactory
Table 4: Head oil requirements performance of vibrator heads. As the head is submerged in
4. Replace the rotor assembly into the head housing. Apply the mix, water and cement can infiltrate into the head unless
Loctite 545 adhesive/sealant or equivalent all around precautions are taken. In addition to securely tightening the
the threads of the end cap. Tighten and wipe off excess head onto the flexible shaft, the threads on the head and
Loctite 545 adhesive/sealant. shaft must be coated with Permatex Form-A-Gasket No.
2. This must be done each and every time that the head is
Flexible Shaft Lubrication Procedure removed and reinstalled.
When vibrators are shipped completely assembled from the
factory, the shafts are lubricated and broken-in. If separate
cores and casings are shipped, they require the following
lubrication and break-in procedure. Core and casing
combinations should be checked for lubricant levels at least
every 50 hours.
To lubricate, lightly coat the core with grease (Wyco 514-B
shaft lubricant) while inserting it into the casing. Do not
over lubricate. Surplus lubricant may get past the seal in
the vibrator head. Over lubrication will also increase the
amount of torque required to operate the vibrator, resulting
in additional stress on the motor and possibly early core and
casing failure.
When adding lubricant on the job, after each 50 hours of
operation, loosen the casing from the motor and pull out the
core about 15…18 inches (318.... 457.2 mm). Apply lubricant
as above to the exposed section of core. Reinstall the core,
making sure that it engages with the vibrator head. During
operation, the grease will travel the full length of the casing.

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Extension Cords
When selecting an extension cord for use with Wyco electric motor cord sets using a three-prong polarized plug, an
equivalent plug set must be used for the grounded or earthed version.

IIMPORTAN
A grounded or earthed motor requires a grounded or earthed extension cord.
A two-prong extension cord may be used for the double insulated motor. Extension cords must be approved for outdoor use
and the wire gauge of the cord must be appropriate for the expected load. See Table 5.
Motor Type Voltage Rated Amps Minimum Wire Size Maximum Cord Length
WSD1
WSD1T
WSG1
WSG1T 14 AWG 100 ft (30.48 m)
W994D1
W994D1T
115 V AC(±15V AC) 15
W994G1
W994G1T
WVD1
WVD1T 12 AWG 150 ft (45.72 m)
WVG1
WVG1T
WSG2
16 AWG 100 ft (30.48 m)
WSG2T
WVG2
230 V AC (±30V AC) 7.5 14 AWG 150 ft (45.72 m)
WVG2T
W994G2
16 AWG 100 ft (30.48 m)
W994G2T
Table 5: Extension cord wire minimum size requirements

ELECTRIC VIBRATOR HEAD ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS & PARTS LISTS

Vibrator Marking on Square Assembly Vibrator Marking on Square Assembly
Head Model End Cap Size in. (mm) Part No Head Model End Cap Size in. (mm) Part No
750-D D 3/16 (4.76) W877-520 750-GI 1.75B 1-3/4 (44.45) W878-540
750-EH EH 1 (25.4) W877-526 750-LI 2.00B 2 (50.8) W878-563
750-FI 1.38B 1-3/8 (34.92) W878-533 750-MI 2.25B 2-1/4 (57.15) W878-568
Table 6: Electric vibrator head models

NNOTE: Vibrator head model 750-SBI is a 2-1/2 in (63.5 mm) round head with no end cap marking.
Assembly PN is # W877-512.

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Vibrator Head Model 750-D

1 2 3 4 2 5 6 7 8 9

LOCTITE 545 LOCTITE 545 PERMATEX #2

Figure 17: Model 750-D parts

Item Description Quantity Part No. Item Description Quantity Part No.
1 Nut, Hex Jam 1 W435638 6 Holder, Seal 1 *
2 Bearing, Ball 4 W097011 7 Seal, Oil 2 *
Housing, 1 *
3 1 W587320 8 Bushing
Square
4 Rotor 1 W717340 9 Driver, Hex 1 W382428
5 O-Ring, Buna 1 * * All of these items available assembled in a kit, PN W747-540.
Table 7: Model 750-D parts list

Vibrator Head Model 750-EH

1 2 3 4 2 5 6 7 8

LOCTITE 545 LOCTITE 545 PERMATEX #2

Figure 18: Model 750-EH parts

Item Description Quantity Part No. Item Description Quantity Part No.
1 Nut, Hex Jam 1 W432710 6 Bushing 1 W177325
2 Bearing, Ball 4 W097012 7 End Cap 1 **
Housing,
3 1 W587325 8 Driver, Hex 1 W384447
Square
4 Rotor 1 W717345 ** End cap assembly with seals is PN W207-248.
5 Seal, Oil 2 ** (Order bushing separately.)
Table 8: Model 750-EH parts list

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Vibrator Head Models 750-FI, 750-GI, 750-LI and 750-MI

1 2 10 3 4 5 10 3 6 7 8 9

PERMATEX #2
LOCTITE 545 LOCTITE 545 LOCTITE 545

Figure 19: Model 750-FI, GI, LI and MI parts

Part No. for Part No. for Part No. for Part No. for
Item Description Quantity
750-FI (1.38B) 750-GI (1.75B) 750-LI (2.00B) 750-MI (2.25B)
1 Nut, Hex Jam 1 W432708 W432707
2 Washer, Flat 1 W887015 W887011
3 Bearing, Ball 4 W096013 W096010 W096011 W096020
4 Housing, Square 1 W588331 W588339 W588354 W588368
5 Rotor 1 W718357 W718335 W717360 W718365
6 Washer, Flat 1 W887015 W887016
7 Seal, Oil 2 ***
8 End Cap 1 ***
9 Driver, Hex 1 W384446
10 Shim 2 W419701 N/A
*** Manufacturer suggests using end cap with pressed in seals: 1.38B - PN W208-231; 1.75B - PN W208-236; 2.00B - PN W208-261;
2.25B - PN W208-268. However, seal and end cap are available separately upon request.
Table 9: Models 750-FI, 750-GI, 750-LI and 750-MI parts list

Vibrator Head Model 750-SBI

1 2 3 4 5 3 6 7 8 9

Figure 20: Model 750-SBI parts

Item Description Quantity Part No. Item Description Quantity Part No.
1 Screw, Hex Socket 1 W437510 6 Washer, Spacer 1 W887018
2 Washer, Flat 1 W887017 7 Driver, Hex 1 W384446
3 Bearing, Ball 2 W099910 8 End Cap 1 W207268
4 Rotor 1 W717310 9 Seal, Oil 2 W747504
5 Housing 1 W587310
Table 10: Model 750-SBI parts list

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RESTRICTIONS OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (ROHS) DIRECTIVE

This product is compliant with the RoHS Directive identified on the Declaration of Conformity associated with this product.
This product does not contain lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls or polybrominated
diphenyl ethers in quantities exceeding the following maximum concentration value levels:
Lead 0.1% by weight in homogenous materials
Mercury 0.1% by weight in homogenous materials
Hexavalent Chromium 0.1% by weight in homogenous materials
Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB) 0.1% by weight in homogenous materials
Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE) 0.1% by weight in homogenous materials
Cadmium 0.01% by weight in homogenous materials

WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (WEEE) DIRECTIVE

In the European Union, this label indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household
waste. It should be deposited at an appropriate facility to enable recovery and recycling.
For information on how to recycle this product responsibly in your country, please visit:
www.badgermeter.com

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