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Wacker BS50-4AS Rammer Oil Draining Procedure

Introduction

Use this guide to drain the oil on a Wacker BS50-4AS REV 101 (2019) Vibrator/Rammer.

This model requires up to 0.7 liters of SAE 10W-40 oil to replace drained oil.

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  1. Wacker BS50-4AS Rammer Oil Draining Procedure, Disconnect the spark plug wire: step 1, image 1 of 2 Wacker BS50-4AS Rammer Oil Draining Procedure, Disconnect the spark plug wire: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Ensure the device is powered down and cool to the touch before starting your repair.

    • Firmly grip the base of the spark plug wire's connector and pull it away from the spark plug to disconnect it.

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  2. Wacker BS50-4AS Rammer Oil Draining Procedure, Loosen the sight gauge: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Use a 1-1/16 inch socket to break loose the oil sight gauge near the bottom of the device.

    • Do not fully remove the oil sight gauge yet with the device in this upright position.

    • The oil sight gauge doubles as the oil drain and fill plug.

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  4. Wacker BS50-4AS Rammer Oil Draining Procedure, Prepare a drain pan: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Lay the device down horizontally with the oil sight gauge facing down.

    • Position a shallow oil drain pan underneath the sight gauge.

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  5. Wacker BS50-4AS Rammer Oil Draining Procedure, Drain the oil: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the oil sight gauge.

    • Let the oil drain until drips are infrequent.

    • Replace and retighten the oil sight gauge.

    • This model requires 0.7 liters of SAE 10W-40 oil.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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