Stanley Black & Decker TA54 User Manual

The tool, as shipped, has no special unpacking or as-

sembly requirements prior to usage. Inspection to as-

sure the tool was not damaged in shipping and does not 

contain packing debris is all that is required.

1.  Using a calibrated flowmeter and pressure gauge, 

check that the hydraulic power source develops a 

flow  of  3–9  gpm/11–34  lpm  at  1000–2000  psi/70–

140 bar.

2.  Make certain the hydraulic power source is equipped 

with a relief valve set to open at 2250 psi/155 bar 

maximum.

3.  Check that the hydraulic circuit matches the tool for 

open-center (OC) operation.

1.  Make sure all tool accessories are correctly in-

stalled. Failure to install tool accessories properly 

can result in damage to the tool or personal injury.

2.  There should be no signs of leaks.
3.  The tool should be clean, with all fittings and fasten-

ers tight.

1.  Check that the trigger operates smoothly and is free 

to travel between the 

ON and OFF positions.

1.  Observe all safety precautions.
2.  Place the tamper on the surface to be compacted.
3.  Squeeze the trigger to start the tamper.

The tamper will rise quickly when first turned on. Do 

not stand over or place any part of your body on top 

of the tamper. Wear safety shoes.

4.  Guide the tamper using both hands. One on the On/

Off valve trigger and the other at the tapered section 

at the end of the handle tube.

5.  When back-filling a deep hole, compact (tamp) the 

back-fill after a maximum of 6 inches/15 cm of mate-

rial is added to the hole. This will ensure maximum 

compaction of the filled hole and minimize any set-

ting that may occur.

If the tool is to be used during cold weather, preheat the 

hydraulic fluid at low engine speed. When using the nor-

mally recommended fluids, fluid temperature should be 

at or above 50 °F/10 °C (400 ssu/82 centistokes) before 

use.

1.  Disconnect the tool from the hydraulic power source.
2.  Remove the tool bit and spray the chuck area with 

WD-40™ inside and out.

3.  Wipe clean and store in a clean, dry place.