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D245S

(LOW PRESSURE - OUTSIDE LOADER)

OPERATION,
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
MANUAL
September 1997
Serial Numbers 732162 and Up

D245S

BLASTHOLE

20,412 kg / 45,000 lb

8,881 kg / 19, 580 lb


29, 484 kg / 65,000 lb
1814 kg / 4,000 lb

Driltech Mission, LLC


P.O. Box 338
Alachua, Florida 32616 - USA
Tel. (904) 462-4100
Fax. (904) 462-3247

The following three hazard signal words are used throughout this manual to emphasize
important instructions. For the purpose of this manual, these signal words are defined as follows:

DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which,


if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,


if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,


if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

California Proposition 65

WARNING:
This Product Contains And, When Used, Produces Chemicals Known
To The State Of California To Cause Cancer, And Birth Defects Or
Other Reproductive Harm.

DRILTECH MISSION REGIONAL


SALES AND SERVICE CENTERS
Driltech Mission (USA)
PO Box 338
Alachua, Florida 32616-0338
USA
Tel.+1 904 462 4100

Sandvik Tamrock (Europe)


Postfach 101644
(Industristrasse 36)
D-46240 Bottrop
GERMANY
Tel.+49 2041 99060

Sandvik Tamrock (Africa) Pty. Ltd.


Private Bag X24
Elandsfontein, 1406
(64 Jet Park Road, Jet Industrial Sites,
Boksburg
SOUTH AFRICA
Tel.+27 11 397 2575

Sandvik Tamrock (Far East) Ltd.


17A, Somerset House
Taikoo Trading Estate
979 Kings RoadQuarry Bay
HONG KONG
Tel.+852 28112689

Sandvik Tamrock (Chile S.A.)


Loteo Las Esteras Norte
Monsenor Francisco, Gilmore, #9180
Quilicura - Santiago
CHILE
Tel.+56 2 6238331/8315

Sandvik Tamrock Oy
P.O. Box 100
(Pihtisulunkatu 9)
FIN-33311 Tampere
FINLAND
Tel.+358 31 2414111

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Safe Operating Practices for Drillers


Introduction
Driltech Mission, LLC drilling equipment is carefully
designed, tested and manufactured. When operated and serviced by trained and qualified personnel, this machine will give safe and reliable service.
There are Driltech Mission offices world-wide to
answer questions concerning the safe operation
and maintenance of this equipment.
To minimize the risk of accidents and injuries, all
persons involved in the operation and servicing of
this machine MUST read and understand the following safety precautions and the manuals developed
for this machine.
While we believe that we have properly identified
several potential hazards that could result in property damage or injury or death to personnel, there
are certain hazards which may be present that we
have not contemplated. It therefore is the responsibility of the drill owner, operator and crew to be certain that the drill is properly equipped and safe to
operate to assure accident free operation.
In addition to the precautions outlined in these
pages, we recommend that owners and operators
read the Drilling Safety Guide developed by the
International Drilling Federation available from
Driltech Mission's Technical Publications Department.

Management's Responsibilities

nated when drilling is performed at night.


Maintain a complete first aid kit at the drill site. At
least two members of the drilling crew or personnel in the area where the drill is operated should
be familiar with first aid and Cardiac Pulmonary
Resuscitation.
Contact the utility companies for the exact location of underground transmission lines in the
drilling area.

The Operators Responsibilities


Safety must always be the operator's most important concern. The operator must refuse to operate
the drill if an unsafe condition exists. It is the
responsibility of the drill operator to ensure that the
drill is properly equipped, safe to operate and that
the site conditions make it possible for safe operation:

It is the responsibility of management to:


See that all operators of this equipment are thoroughly trained, competent, physically fit and if
required, licensed.
Assign specific crew members specific safety
responsibilities and instruct them how to report
any unsafe conditions.
Enforce the use of protective clothing, eye and
hearing equipment.
See that the operation and maintenance of this
drill is in compliance with all Federal, State and
local codes, regulations and standards.
Ensure that the work area is appropriately illumi-

The operator must see that all emergency stops,


"operational aids" and "warning signals" are
functional before operating.

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The operator must be alert, physically fit, and free


from the influences of drugs, alcohol and medications that might impair eyesight, hearing or
reactions.

The operator should not attempt to start, operate


or service the drill unless he has been properly
trained and read this manual.
The operator should not operate this equipment if
any of it's controls display a "lockout" tag.
If an unsafe condition exists, the operator must
place a tag, identifying this condition, on the
starting controls and alert other potential users
of the drill.

things to check are:


Check that there are no "lockouts" or "tagouts"
attached to the controls.
Check the machine log book to see that periodic
maintenance and inspections have been performed, and that all necessary repairs have
been made.
After starting the engine, check all indicators,
emergency stop devices and gauges for serviceability.

The operator should not operate the drill without


first checking that all personnel protection
devices and machinery guards are in place.

Operator's Safety Check


The operator must make a safety check before
starting to work to ensure that the machine is in
proper order for accident free operation. Some

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Check the fire extinguisher(s) for charge and


accessibility.
Clean the cab interior windows if necessary.
Test all controls for proper operation.

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Check access ladders and decking for damage


and slipping hazards such as mud, oil or ice.
At the end of the shift, the operator must properly
secure the drill to prevent the machine from
being operated by unauthorized individuals.
The operator must never permit personnel to ride
on the machine except in the passenger compartment.
The operator should treat all power lines as live.

Are there utility lines or structures that must be


moved or avoided?
Are there unusual or extreme weather conditions
expected?
Will drilling be done in night hours?

Planning the Job


The person in charge must have a clear understanding of the work to be done and consider all the
hazards at the site. He must develop a plan to do
the job safely and explain the plan to the crew members involved. Factors such as these should be
considered:
Will the drilling take place in wet formations?

Will the machine be propelled on inclines?


Will drilling be done into difficult formations?
Has a drilling pattern been developed?
What is the required depth of the drilling pattern?
Will special drilling tools be required to complete
the job?

Safe Operating Practices for Drillers

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Will vertical or angle drilling be required?

Operating Precautions
Operating near or contacting a power line with
any part of the machine can result in electrocution.
Do not raise the drilling mast or operate the
machine in the vicinity of electrical power
lines without checking the minimum safe
operating perimeter set by local, state or federal regulations.

Do not park or position the machine on grades


that exceed the tilt ratings.
Park or position the machine on level ground
or across (horizontal) grade
Park or position the machine to allow the wind to
carry engine exhaust fumes away from the operator.
Exhaust fumes from diesel engines are lethal.

Raising or lowering the mast, and drilling with an


unsupported or unleveled machine can result in
excessive structural stress to the machine
frames or can cause the machine to overturn.
Do not raise or lower the mast or attempt to
drill until the machine is fully supported and
leveled by the leveling jacks.
Drilling with an unlocked mast can result in excessive pressure at the mast raising cylinders causing the mast to fall.
Do not attempt to drill until the mast locking
pins are fully engaged.
Before leaving the operator's station, all controls
must be in the neutral position with all locking
and safety devices engaged.
Do not allow the drill to operate unattended.

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Drill pipe that is free to slide through the opening


in the top plate could be released from the
loader while traveling.
Before lowering the mast, index the loader to
a position such that the top plate of the
loader prevents all drill pipe from moving
past the top plate.

General Safety Practices


While operating and servicing this machine be
aware of the following:
The sudden release of a pressurized lid or hose
can spray hot oil.

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Do not open hydraulic tanks, air reservoirs or


hydraulic connections while the machine is
running or the systems are under pressure.

Before entering any enclosure, be sure that the


door is secured open. Avoid entrapment, be
sure that no one is inside any enclosure before
closing and latching the doors.
Enclosures can cause suffocation.
Hydraulic oil under extreme pressure from a small
opening can penetrate the skin and inject oil into
the body.
Do not attempt to locate a hydraulic leak by
using your hand.

tact rule.

Pressure in hydraulic systems can be retained for


long periods of time. If not properly released
before maintenance people attempt to work on
the hydraulic system, this pressure can let components move or cause hot oil to spray and hose
ends to shoot out at high speed.
Release system pressure before attempting
to make adjustments or repairs.

Fire Prevention
Keep the machine clean of vegetation, coal dust
and oily rags.

Carelessness in getting on and off equipment can


result in serious injuries.
Always wait until the machine has completely
stopped. Do not jump on or off. Always use
both hands and feet and use the 3-point con-

Clean-up any oil and fuel spills particularly around


hot surfaces and heat producing components.
Check the Fire Suppression System (FSS), if fitted, for damaged hoses or cylinders.
Check all electrical lines and connections includ-

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Disconnect the battery cables before welding on


the machine.
Keep tools away from exposed live electrical parts
such as terminals, to avoid arching.
If charging the batteries, always turn the charger
off before making or breaking connections to the
battery.
The compound (ethyl ether) used in the engine
starting aid system is extremely flammable.
Changing the cylinders and servicing this system should be done in a well ventilated area. Do
not store or install the cylinders in temperatures
above 160 F (71 C).
ing battery terminals for a tight fit, wear, abrasion, and corrosion.
Do not use the drilling machine in oil, gas or
waterwell operations unless the well head is
properly equipped with blow-out preventers and
safety equipment required by law or as recommended in the American Petroleum Institute's
document API 54.
Check all machine ignition points (engine block,
exhaust manifolds, mufflers, turbo-chargers,
etc...) to make sure they are not in contact with
any hoses.
Keep the batteries secured in their compartment
and covered.
Never inject ether or other starting aids into the
engine and compressor intake filter(s). Ether or
other aids drawn into the compressor can cause
an explosion.
Do not store flammable fluids on or in the immediate vicinity of the machine.
Engine oil, hydraulic fluid and compressor oil are
flammable. Do not operate a machine with leaking or worn hoses or lines.
Do not clean washable filter elements with flammable solvents, diesel fuel, kerosene, or gasoline.
Do not attempt to perform welding repairs until all
flammable materials including oil and fuel spills,
oily rags, and rock and coal dust, have been isolated or removed from the machine.

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The anti-freeze compound (methanol) used in the


air line anti-ice systems is flammable. Refill the
system with compound only in well ventilated
areas, away from heat, open flames and sparks.
Do not store or expose this system or the compound to temperatures above 150 F (65 C), or
in direct sunlight.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
GENERAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Application of Rig . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Recommended Operating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Manners and Conditions In Which This Machine Should NOT
Be Used. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Sound Pressure and Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Vibration Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
NOMENCLATURE/TERMINOLOGY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
D245S SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
RECOMMENDED TORQUE VALUES FOR STANDARD
HARDWARE - UNC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
RECOMMENDED TORQUE VALUES FOR STANDARD
HARDWARE - UNF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

OPERATOR CONTROLS and OPERATION

DRILLING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding Drill Pipe - Loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Returning Drilled Pipe - Loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Tong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Propelling to the Next Hole. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-27
2-28
2-29
2-31
2-31

LIFTING and TRANSPORTING the MACHINE . . . . . . . 2-32


DUST SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dust Collector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Water Injection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-32
2-32
2-33
2-34

WINCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34
TOWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34
ELECTRONIC DEPTH COUNTER (EDC) . . . . . . . . . . .
General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator and Key Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-35
2-35
2-35
2-36
2-39
2-40

Drill Monitor System (DMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41


System Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41

GENERAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
FIRE AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fire Extinguisher Location and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cab Emergency Exits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency Stops and Battery Disconnect . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-1
2-1
2-1
2-1

GENERAL PICTOGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2


DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION DECALS . . . . . . . . 2-3
OPERATORS STATION A PANEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
OPERATORS STATION B PANEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
OPERATORS STATION C PANEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
OPERATORS STATION D PANEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
OPERATORS STATION E PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
OPERATORS STATION F PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
DRILL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Preparation Inspection and Adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
Shutting Down the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Propelling the Machine (Tramming). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Levelling the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Raising the Mast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26
Lowering the Mast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26

COOLANT, FUEL and LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS


COOLANT SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
FILL WATER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Antifreeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Coolant Conditioner Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
FUEL SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cetane Requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Cloud Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Sulphur Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-1
3-1
3-2
3-2

CRANKCASE OIL CHANGE INTERVALS . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2


LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oils (CG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricating Grease (MPGM). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compressor Oils (COMP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hydraulic Oils (HYDO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multipurpose - Type Gear Lubricant (MPL) . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refrigeration Oil (REF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-2
3-2
3-2
3-2
3-2
3-3
3-3
3-3

REFILL CAPACITIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3


AIR COMPRESSOR LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS 3-7

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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
USE OF CORRECT TOOLS AND PROCEDURES. . . . . 4-1
OIL SAMPLE ANALYSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
WIGGINS SERVICE STATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
THE DRILL MONITOR SYSTEM (DMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
COMPRESSOR AND HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . 4-2
Cleanliness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Oil Contamination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Mixing Hydraulic Oils. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Heating, Cutting and Welding Equipment Usage . . . . . . . 4-2
Initial Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Hose Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
AIR INTAKE SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Oil Level in Reservoir Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drain Water From Reservoir Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Hydraulic Tank Air Pressure Regulator Gauge . .
Check Servo Replenishing Filters Dirt Alarms . . . . . . . .

4B-3
4B-3
4B-4
4B-4
4B-4

DRIVESHAFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-5
Lubricate Pump Driveshaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-5
PUMP DRIVE GEARBOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-5
Check Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-5
UNDERCARRIAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-5
Check for Debris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-5
AIR INLET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-6
Check Air Cleaner Element Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-6
Inspect Vacuator Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-6
CENTRAL LUBE SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-6
Check Central Lubricator Grease Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-6
Drain Water and Check Pump Oiler Level . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-6

FUEL SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

MISCEALLANEOUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspect Winch Wire Rope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Air Lubricator Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Feed Chain Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WHEN REQUIRED

EVERY 50 HOURS OR WEEKLY

FUEL SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A-1


Replace Ether Starting Aid Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A-1

AIR SWIVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4C-1


Grease Air Swivel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4C-1

COOLING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A-1


Check Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A-1
Check the Cooler Core . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A-1

INITIAL 50 HOURS OF OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4C-1

AIR CLEANERS - ENGINE & COMPRESSOR . . . . . . . . 4A-2


Changing Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A-2
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A-2
Primary Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A-2
Safety Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A-3

ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-1
Check Engine Mount Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-1
Change Crankcase Oil and Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-1
Engine Valve Lash (Initial) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-2

COOLING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

4B-7
4B-7
4B-7
4B-7

EVERY 250 HOURS OR MONTHLY

OPERATORS CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A-3


Change Air Conditioner/Heater Filter Element . . . . . . . . . 4A-3

ALTERNATOR and AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR VBELTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-2


Inspect and Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-2

DUST COLLECTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A-4


Change the Filter Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A-4

BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-3
Check Battery Electrolyte Level and Clean Batteries . . . 4D-3

EVERY 8 SERVICE HOURS OR DAILY

FUEL SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-4


Change Secondary Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-4
Priming the Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-4

ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-1
Measure Crankcase Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-1
Drain Fuel Water Separator Bowl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-1
COOLING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-1
Check Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-1
COMPRESSOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-2
Check Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-2
Drain Condensate From Air/Oil Receiver Tank . . . . . . . . 4B-2
Check Oil Return Line Sightglass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-3
Check Air/Oil Separator Element Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . 4B-3
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COOLING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Change Coolant Conditioner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Radiator Mounting Hardware Torque . . . . . . . . . .
Check Fan Finger Guards and Radiator Blade Condition

4D-5
4D-5
4D-5
4D-5

COMPRESSOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-5
Change Main Oil Filter Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-5
Clean Oil Return (Scavenge) Line Strainer . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-7
Change or Sample Compressor Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-7

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4D-8


Change the Servo Replenishing Filter Elements . . . . . . .4D-8
Clean Hydraulic Reservoir In-Line Air Strainer . . . . . . . . .4D-8
Clean the Water Trap Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4D-9
Replace the Breather/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4D-9
Check Hydraulic Tank Mounting Hardware . . . . . . . . . . .4D-9
PUMP DRIVE GEARBOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4D-9
Clean Breather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4D-9
WATER INJECTION PUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4D-10
Check Belt Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4D-10
Change Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4D-10
ROTARY HEAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4D-11
Check Gearbox Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-11
FEED SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Feed Chain Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricate Feed Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspect and Lubricate Chain Sprockets . . . . . . . . . . . .

4D-11
4D-11
4D-11
4D-12

UNDERCARRIAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-12
Check Track Tension and Adjust if Necessary . . . . . . . 4D-12
Check Final Drive Gearbox Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-13

EVERY 1000 HOURS OR 6 MONTHS


HYDRAULIC SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4F-1
Change Hydraulic Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4F-1
COMPRESSOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4F-1
Re-Torque Compressor Mounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4F-1
Change Air/Oil Separator Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4F-2
WINCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4F-3
Change Oil and Clean Breather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4F-3
ROTARY HEAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4F-3
Replace Gearbox Breather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4F-3

EVERY 2000 HOURS OR 1 YEAR


COOLING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4G-1
Change Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4G-1
Re-Torque Cooler Mounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4G-2
UNDERCARRIAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4G-2
Change Crawler Final Drive Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4G-2

MACHINE STORAGE
CENTRAL LUBRICATION SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-13
Clean Water Trap Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-13
Check System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4D-13
MISCELLANEOUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Electrical Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Intake and Exhaust Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Dust Collector Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4D-14
4D-14
4D-14
4D-14

EVERY 500 HOURS OR 3 MONTHS


ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-1
Clean Engine Crankcase Breather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-1

GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
SHORT TERM STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparation for Short Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal from Short Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-1
5-1
5-1
5-1

LONG TERM STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparation for Long Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal From Long Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-1
5-1
5-1
5-2

FUEL SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-1


Replace Primary Fuel Filter/Water Separator . . . . . . . . .4E-1
Priming the Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-2
PUMP DRIVE GEARBOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-2
Change Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-2
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-3
Change Return Filter Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-3
ROTARY HEAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-4
Change Gearbox Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-4
WATER INJECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-4
Clean Suction Strainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-4
WINCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-4
Check Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4E-4

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Table of Contents xii

SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION
GENERAL
This manual provides a step-by-step guide to
operating and performing scheduled lubrication
and maintenance for your drill. A thorough
study of this manual is recommended before
operation or maintenance of the machine is
attempted.
Careful attention should be given to the service
and maintenance instructions for the various
components and systems of the machine.
Experience indicates that the procedures
described herein are preferred practices and
that failure to comply with them can materially
shorten the useful life of the equipment and/or
reduce its standard performance.
Some photographs in this manual may show
details or attachments that are different from
your unit, due to optional equipment and/or
advancement of product design. Contact your
Driltech Mission dealer for details of lubrication
or maintenance not covered in this publication.

The parts manual should be referred to when it


is necessary to order repair parts. For prompt
and efficient parts service, contact your
Driltech Mission dealer, giving the model and

serial number of the machine, along with the


part number and description of the items
required, as their personnel are fully qualified to
assist and advise you on any service or operational problems that may be encountered.
Driltech Mission Field Representatives are also
available to you for advice and assistance on
special problems.

MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
Application of Rig
The D245S machine is designed for construction and surface mine drilling.
Recommended Operating Conditions
This machine was designed to operate at ambient temperatures of -40C to +54C (-40F to
+130F).
Manners and Conditions In Which This
Machine Should NOT Be Used

Inadequate training of operator.

Unathorized persons in working area.

Inadequate lighting.

Inadequate grading.

Transporting people.

Defective safety systems.

Introduction - Page 1-1

Sound Pressure and Power Levels


The measurement of the sound power and the
sound pressure levels at the operators cab
have been measured in accordance with European Drill Rig Standard EN791 and the EC
Machinery Directive 89/392/EEC and amendments thereof.
The average sound level emitted by machinery:
88.1 dB
Sound level In Cab: 81.4 dB
Vibration Value
The measurement of the vibration value at the
operators cab have been measured in accordance with European Drill Rig Standard EN791
and the EC Machinery Directive 89/392/EEC
and amendments thereof. Vibration does not
exceed 0,5m/s.

Page 1-2

NOMENCLATURE/TERMINOLOGY
The terms used on this illustration are used throughout this manual.

FRONT

RECEIVER TANK

BATTERY
BOX

ROTARY HEAD
COOLER
FEED CHAIN
AIR CLEANER
COMPRESSOR

DRILL PIPE

MAST
ENGINE
PUMP DRIVE

MAST
RAISING
CYLINDERS

LUBRICATOR TANK

HYDRAULIC
TANK

JACK
CYLINDER

CAB

LOADER
DUST COLLECTOR

CAB
CRAWLERS

DUST HOOD
REAR

Introduction - Page 1-3

D245S SPECIFICATIONS
DRILL RATING
Hole Size
Max. 1st pass capacity (Std. tooling)
Max. 1st pass capacity (Special tooling
Total Depth Capacity (Outside Loader)
Total Depth Capacity (Inside Loader)

5 to 7-7/8 (127 - 203 mm)


28 5 (8.65m)
30 9 (9.4m)
150 (46m)
90 (27.4m)

UNDERCARRIAGE
Type
Length
Pads (Shoes) Triple Grouser
Travel Speed
Gradeability
Drive HP each track
Ground Bearing Pressure (Std. Equipment)
Width Over Tracks
Suspension
Rollers

Caterpillar - Model 325


14 4 (4.37m)
23.6 (600 mm)
2.1 mph (3.38 km/h)
50%
130 hp (97 kW)
8.8 psi (60.7 kPa)
11 0 (3.35 m)
Three Point Oscillating
9 Lower - 2 Upper

DRILL POWER
Caterpillar
Rated Speed
Fuel Capacity

Model 3406E ATAAC 450 hp (336 kW)


1800 rpm
200 gallons US (757 l)
COMPRESSOR

Type
Manufacturer

Single Stage Oil Flooded Screw Type


Sullair 700cfm (19.8mm) @ 100 psi (6.9 bar) @
1800 rpm

FEED SYSTEM
Type
Rated Bit Loading
Rated Pullback
Feed Rate
Retract Rate

1 Hydraulic Cylinder and Chains


45,000 lbs (20,412 kg)
19,580 lbs (8,881 kg)
0-97 fpm (29.5 mpm)
0-207 fpm (63 mpm)

ROTARY HEAD
Type
Drive Motor
Maximum Rotary Horsepower
Standard Rotary Speed/Torque

Gear Case Type


Hydraulic Axial Piston
130 hp (97 kW)
158 rpm @ 48,500 in-lbs (5,481 Nm)

TOOL HANDLING EQUIPMENT (Loaders)


Type
Number of Positions
Type
Pipe Size

Carousel (Outside Mast)


4
Two Single Pod (Inside Mast)
3 to 5-1/2 (76 to 140 mm)

WEIGHT
Operating Weight w/Drill Pipe

64,000 lbs (29,030 kg)

DIMENSIONS
Length (mast down)
Width (operating)
Height (mast up)

44 7 (13.6 m)
13 8 (4.16 m)
42 6 (12.9 m)

ELECTRICAL
Alternator
Air Conditioner
Batteries

Page 1-4

24VDC 100amp
24VDC
2 @ 12 Volt

RECOMMENDED TORQUE VALUES FOR STANDARD HARDWARE - UNC

This table applies to Driltech part numbers:


001554-___ CAPSCREW, Hex hd Gr. 5
005486-___ CAPSCREW, Hex hd Gr. 8
001559-___ CAPSCREW, Socket hd Gr. 8
001570-___ SCREW, Flat hd socket Gr. 8
001577-___ NUT, Hex - regular Gr. 5
001575-___ NUT, Hex - heavy Gr. 5
001562-___ NUT, Hex - self-locking Gr. 5
Coarse Thread (UNC)
Size
(Diameter in Inches)

Torque
Grade 5
Ft.Lb. (Kg/M)

Torque
Grade 8
Ft.Lb. (Kg/M)

1/4

6 (.8)

9 (1.2)

5/16

12-14 (1.5)

17-19 (2)

3/8

22-24 (3)

31-34 (4.5)

7/16

36-39 (5)

50-55 (7)

1/2

54-59 (8)

76-84 (11)

9/16

77-85 (11)

110-120 (15-16.5)

5/8

107-118 (15-16)

153-166 (21-23)

3/4

190-210 (26-29)

270-292 (37-40)

7/8

280-310 (38-43)

437-475 (60-66)

425-460 (59-63)

650-710 (90-98)

1-1/8

570-620 (79-86)

930-1000 (128-138)

1-1/4

810-870 (112-120)

1310-1410 (181-195)

1-3/8

1060-1140 (146-157)

1730-1850 (239-256)

1-1/2

1410-1510 (195-209)

2290-2460 (316-340)

NOTE: These torque values are to be used for general assembly procedures. Special torque requirements may be
specified on assembly and installation procedures.
NOTE: All fasteners are to be free of dirt and rust at time of assembly. Lubrication is not to be applied to threads
unless so specified.

Introduction - Page 1-5

RECOMMENDED TORQUE VALUES FOR STANDARD HARDWARE - UNF

This table applies to Driltech part numbers:


001555-___ CAPSCREW, Hex hd Gr. 5
005487-___ CAPSCREW, Hex hd Gr. 8
001560-___ CAPSCREW, Socket hd Gr. 8
001571-___ SCREW, Flat hd socket Gr. 8
001578-___ NUT, Hex - regular Gr. 5
001576-___ NUT, Hex - heavy Gr. 5
001563-___ NUT, Hex - self-locking Gr. 5
Fine Thread (UNF)
Size
(Diameter in Inches)

Torque
Grade 5
Ft.Lb. (Kg/M)

Torque
Grade 8
Ft.Lb. (Kg/M)

1/4

7 (1)

10-11 (1.5)

5/16

14-16 (2)

20-22 (3)

3/8

25-28 (3.5)

35-39 (5)

7/16

39-43 (6)

55-61 (8)

1/2

63-69 (9)

86-94 (12)

9/16

87-95 (12-13)

123-134 (17-18.5)

5/8

126-138 (17-19)

171-187 (24-26)

3/4

213-233 (30-32)

300-328 (42-45)

7/8

312-338 (43-46)

480-520 (66-72)

466-504 (64-70)

715-770 (99-106)

1-1/8

640-695 (89-96)

1040-1120 (144-155)

1-1/4

900-960 (124-133)

1460-1560 (202-216)

1-3/8

1210-1300 (167-180)

1970-2100 (272-290)

1-1/2

1585-1700 (167-180)

2570-2750 (272-290)

NOTE: These torque values are to be used for general assembly procedures. Special torque requirements may be
specified on assembly and installation procedures.
NOTE: All fasteners are to be free of dirt and rust at time of assembly. Lubrication is not to be applied to threads
unless so specified.

Page 1-6

SECTION 2
OPERATOR CONTROLS
and OPERATION
GENERAL
This section of the manual discusses safety
equipment the operator should be familiar with
before operating the machine as well as control
identification, machine limitations, and operating procedures.

2. Pull the clamp release and remove the extinguisher from its mounting base.
3. Hold the extiguisher upright and pull the ring
pin.
4. From 3 meters (9ft) away, direct the hose at
the base of the fire.
5. Squeeze the handle and sweep the hose
from side to side.
6. After use have the extinguisher refilled.
RING
PIN

HANDLE

CHARGE
GAUGE

FIRE AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT


Before operating this machine become familiar
with the location and operation of all safety
related equipment. Walk around the machine
and note the location and understand the meaning of all DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION
decals.

CLAMP
RELEASE

Fire Extinguisher Location and Operation


Fire extinguishers are located at the front sides
of the rig as shown.

Cab Emergency Exits


Operator cab emergency exits are the cab
doors and the side window.

245-59

KICK OUT
GLASS
TO EXIT

CAB DOOR

Read the operating instructions on the side of


the extinguisher and check to see that the
charge indicator needle is not in the red zone.

Emergency Stops and Battery Disconnect

Operate the fire extinguisher as follows:


1. Shutdown the rig.

The emergency stops were designed to


shutdown the machine in an emergency situaControls and Operation - Page 2-1

tion only. Before resetting an emergency stop,


determine how to avoid the situation which
caused the emergency stop to be used.

Emergency stop #1 is located in the operators


cab. Push this button to stop the engine and all
machine operations. Pull the button out to reset.

The battery disconnect switch is


located on the battery box. Turn the key to the
OFF position to cut electrical power to the
machine.

Emergency stop #2 is located on the mast. Pull


this cord to stop the engine and all machine
operations. Push the reset button before restarting the rig.

c245-27
EMERGENCY
STOP #1

BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH

Fire Suppression

IN CASE OF FIRE!
When a fire starts, the way you react is very
important. As soon as you become aware of a
fire, do the following four things:
1. Turn the machine off.

22133s1

EMERGENCY
STOP #2

2. Quickly actuate the fire suppression system


by pulling the safety ring pin and pushing down
the plunger on the actuator.

6120-s1
RESET BUTTON

3. Get away from your machine. Take a hand


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portable extinguisher along if you can.


4. Stand by with the hand portable extinguisher.

EMERGENCY STOP

RESULTS
DIESEL FUEL ONLY

If you leave the machine running, it may add


fuel to the fire or restart the fire with sparks.
ENGINE LUBRICATING OIL

React quickly so the fire is caught before it


grows too large.

SIGNAL HORN

By leaving the immediate fire area, you protect


yourself from windblown flames, explosions or
other dangers created by the fire.

WATER ONLY

Heat remaining from the fire could cause reignition after the fire suppression system has discharged. Because of this, it is important that
someone stand by, at a safe distance, with a
hand portable extinguisher. This standby should
be maintained until all possibility of reignition is
past.

ALTERNATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER


CRUSHING HAZARD

MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER

When a fire suppression system discharges,


there is considerable noise accompanied by
clouds of dry chemical. While breathing foreign
particles is not pleasant, the agent FORAY is
non-toxic and exposure during a fire will not
harm you.

WINCH CAPACITY

FEED (PULLDOWN) CYLINDER


CAPACITY

AFTER THE FIRE IS OUT


Machinery should not be restarted until it has
been serviced and cleaned (water may be used
to remove the dry chemical). Immediately
recharge the fire suppression system. You
needed it once, you may need it again.

GENERAL PICTOGRAMS
The following symbols can be found on this rig.

DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION DECALS


General
The following illustrations show the general
placement of the Caution, Warning and Danger
decals found on this machine. These decals
should make it clear to the operator where the
major risks for personal injury and machine
damage are, and what measures should be
taken to operate this equipment safely.

Controls and Operation - Page 2-3

DANGER DECALS
Page 2-4

WARNING DECALS
Controls and Operation - Page 2-5

CAUTION DECALS

Page 2-6

A1

A2
A3
A4

A2.
RECEIVER AIR PRESSURE
This gauge indicates the air pressure as measured at the air receiver tank. This gauge
should read slightly higher than the working air
pressure gauge when drilling is taking place.

A5

A3.
ROTATION PRESSURE
This gauge indicates hydraulic oil pressure as
measured at the rotary head motor. Pressure is
controlled by turning the rotation pressure control valve (F11).

OPERATORS STATION
A PANEL

A1.
WORKING AIR PRESSURE
This gauge indicates the air pressure as measured at the drill bit.

A4.
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE
This gauge indicates hydraulic oil pressure as
measured at the control valve bank operating
the feed cylinders (pulldown force).

A5. OPERATOR STATION LIGHTS


This two-position toggle switch operates the
operator station lights.
Lift the switch up to turn the lights on.
Push the switch down to turn the lights off.

Controls and Operation - Page 2-7

Page 2-8

B1

B6

B7
B8

B2

B9

B4. R JACK
This indicator illuminates (GREEN) to confirm
that the right rear jack (levelling) cylinder is fully
retracted.

B3
B10
B11

B4

B12
B5

B5. CHANGE COMPRESSOR FILTERS


This indicator illuminates (red) when the filter is
clogged and oil is bypassing the filter. Push to
test the indicator.

B13
B14
B15
B16

B6.
FUEL
This gauge indicates the level of engine diesel
fuel.

B17
B18
B19

OPERATORS STATION
B PANEL

B1.
HEAD SPEED
This tachometer gauge indicates the drive
speed of the rotary head and the drill string in
multiples of 10 with a maximum of 200 revolutions per minute.

B2. L JACK
This indicator illuminates (GREEN) to confirm
that the left rear jack (levelling) cylinder is fully
retracted.

B3. F JACK
This indicator illuminates (GREEN) to confirm
that the front jack (levelling) cylinder is fully
retracted.

B7. DISENGAGE - ANGLE LOCKING


This indicator illuminates (RED) when the mast
locking pins are not engaged.

B8. ENGAGED - ANGLE LOCKING


This indicator illuminates (GREEN) when the
mast locking pins are fully engaged.

B9.
ENGINE RPM
This tachometer gauge indicates the engine
rotation speed in multiples of 100s of rpms.

B10.
WATER TEMPERATURE
This gauge indicates the coolant temperature of
the engine. The normal operating temperature
is indicated by the green zone.

B11.
DISCHARGE AIR TEMPERATURE
This gauge indicates the temperature of the air
that is discharged by the compressor by meaControls and Operation - Page 2-9

suring the temperature of the discharged oil.

B12.
OIL PRESSURE
This gauge indicates the engine lubricating oil
pressure.

B13.
BATTERY
This voltmeter indicates the battery charge voltage. The normal voltage reading will be slightly
above 24V.

B14.
LIGHTS
Pull this switch out to illuminate the work area
lights. Push the switch in to extinguish the
lights.

B15.CHANGE HYDRAULIC FILTERS


This indicator illuminates (red) when the filter is
clogged and oil is bypassing the filter. Push to
test the indicator.

B16.
ETHER
This pushbutton switch activates the cold
weather starting system. Refer to the topic on
starting the engine in cold weather for more
instructions on using this switch.

B17.
START
Push this button in to start the engine. Release
the button when the engine has started. Refer
to topics on starting the engine for more information on the use of this button.

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B18.
BY-PASS
This switch activates the engine shutdown system by-pass. This by-pass system is needed
when starting the engine while the engine and
compressor oil pressures have not reached
their operating levels. For more information on
the use of this switch refer to the topic Starting
the Engine.

B19.
ENGINE - OFF/ON
When this key operated switch is placed in the
ON position the machines electrical system is
energized. The switch must be placed in the
OFF position when the machine is shutdown to
prevent the batteries from discharging.

C2. V-BLOCK - IN/OUT


This lever controls the actuation of the V-block
cylinder.
Push up on the lever to position the V-block IN
the drilling area.
Pull down on the lever to retract the V-block
OUT of the drilling area.
C1

C2
C3

C3. MAST - LOCK/UNLOCK


This lever controls the movement of the mast
locking cylinders.
Push up on the lever to LOCK the mast.
Pull down on the lever to UNLOCK the mast.

OPERATORS STATION
C PANEL
C1. CURTAIN - UP/DOWN
This lever controls the movement of the dust
hood curtain cylinder.
Push up on the lever to raise the curtain UP.
Pull down on the lever to close the curtain.

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D4.
ENGINE SPEED - RUN/IDLE
With this toggle switch in the up (RUN) position,
the engine rpm increases to 1800 rpm. With
this switch in the down (IDLE) position, the
engine rpm decreases to 1200 rpm.
D2

D1
D3
D4

D5
D6
D7

OPERATORS STATION
D PANEL

D5.
COMPRESSOR AIR PRESSURE HIGH/LOW
This two position switch controls the air pressure as measured at the receiver tank (gauge
A2). Lift the switch in the HIGH position to
increase air pressure to a maximum of 350 psi
(24 bars). Lower the switch in the LOW position
to decrease air pressure to 150 - 160 psi (10 11 bars).

D1. CHECK ENGINE


This indicator illuminates (red) when the engine
is sending a diagnostic code at indicator D2.
D6.
D2. DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDICATOR
This indicator will illuminate (red) coded pulses
when an engine problem has been detected by
the engines self-diagnostic system. Refer to
the Caterpillar engine Operation & Maintenance Manual for more information on this system.

LUBRICATOR - ON/OFF

This toggle switch controls the injection of lubricating oil into the drill string.

D7. PULSE RATE


With the Lubricator switch (D6) in the ON position this indicator will pulsate the rate at which
oil is being injected into the bailing air system.

D3.
EMERGENCY STOP
Push this switch to stop all machine functions.
Do not use this switch to shutdown the
machine in a non-emergency situation.

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E3. LOADER - LOCK/UNLOCK


This lever controls the barrel loader locking
mechanism.
Push the lever forward to lock the
loader.
Pull the lever back to unlock the
E1
E2
E3
E4

E5

loader.

E6
E7
E8

E4. LOADER INDEX - RT/LT


This lever controls the direction that the loader
is indexed (rotated).
Push the lever forward to index the carousel to the right.

OPERATORS STATION
E PANEL
E1. WINCH - UP/DOWN
This lever controls the operation of the winch.

Push this lever forward to raise (spool


in) the winch rope.

Pull the lever back to index the carousel


to the left.

E5. LOADER SWING - RETRACT/LOAD


This lever controls the positioning motion of the
loader mechanism.

Push the lever to retract the loader


(away from the drilling area).

Pull the lever back to load the loader


(position it under the rotary head).
Pull this lever to lower (spool out) the
winch rope.

E2. TONG
This lever controls the extend and retract
motions of the power-tong cylinder.
Pull back on this lever to extend the cylinder
and break the drill pipe connection.
Push this lever to forward to retract the cylinder
and prepare for breaking the next connection.

E6. WRENCH - IN/OUT


This lever controls the positioning motion of the
holding wrench.
Push the lever forward to slided the
wrench towards the drill pipe.

Pull the lever back to retract the


wrench.
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E7. EXHAUSTER/WATER
This lever controls the dust suppression systems.

Push forward on this lever to start the


dust collector.

E8. AIR - ON/OFF


This lever controls the injection of working (bailing) air into the drill string.
Pull this lever to bail the hole.
Push this lever to stop the air flow.

Pull back on this lever to start the water


injection system.

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F2

F2. ROTARY/ LEFT TRACK LEVER


This lever regulates the speed and direction of
the drill strings rotational motor and the left side
crawler track.

F3

F1

NOTE !
The operations controlled by the positioning of
this control lever are dependent upon the position of the DRILL/PROPEL selector switch (F7).

F9
F10

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F11
F12

With the DRILL/PROPEL selector switch (F7) in


the DRILL position:
Push the lever forward to rotate the drill
string in a clockwise rotation. The further forward this lever is pushed, the faster the rotation
speed. The drill string speed is shown on the
HEAD SPEED tachometer gauge (B1).

F4
F5
F6
F7
F15
F8

F13
F14

OPERATORS STATION
F PANEL

Pull back on the lever to rotate the drill


string in a counter-clockwise rotation. The further this lever is pulled back, the faster the rotation speed. The drill string speed is shown on
the HEAD SPEED tachometer gauge (B1).
With the DRILL/PROPEL selector switch (F7) in
the PROPEL position (and the optional DEADMAN pedal F13 depressed):
Push this lever up to propel the left
crawler tracks forward.

Pull this lever down to propel the left


crawler tracks in reverse.
F1. FEED - UP/DOWN
This lever controls the rotary head mode (pulldown and raising) and is used together with
FEED lever (F3).

Pull back on this lever to place the feed


system in the lowering mode.

Push forward on this lever to place the


feed system in the raising mode.

Refer to the topic on propelling the machine for


more instructions on the use of this control.

NOTE!
The engine will not start until this control is
placed in the center NEUTRAL position.

F3. FEED/ RIGHT TRACK LEVER


This lever controls the speed of the feed system, and controls the speed and direction of the
right side crawler track.
Controls and Operation - Page 2-17

NOTE !
The operations controlled by the positioning of
this control lever are dependent upon the position of the DRILL/PROPEL selector switch (F7).
With the DRILL/PROPEL selector switch (F7) in
the DRILL position and the FEED lever (F1) in
either the UP or DOWN position:
Depress the button and pull back on the lever to
increase the speed of the feed system (direction
is determined by the positioning of FEED lever
F1).
With the DRILL/PROPEL selector switch (F7) in
the PROPEL position (and the optional DEADMAN pedal F13 depressed):
This lever controls the propelling of the right
crawler tracks.

Push this lever up to propel the right


crawler tracks forward.

Pull this lever down to propel the right


crawler tracks in reverse. Refer to the topic on
propelling the machine for more instructions on
the use of this control.

F5.
TORQUE CONTROL - ROTARY
This knob regulates the hydraulic oil pressure
applied to the drill strings rotational motor.
Turn the knob clockwise to increase hydraulic
torque pressure.
Turn the knob counter clockwise to decrease
torque pressure as shown on the ROTATION
PRESSURE gauge (A3).

F6.
WATER CONTROL
This control varies the amount of water injected
into the down the hole air supply. With the
EXHAUSTER/WATER control (E7) in the
WATER position:
Rotate the knob clockwise to decrease the
amount of water injected.
Rotate the knob counterclockwise to increase
the amount of water injected.
Refer to the topic on the water injection operation for more instructions on the use of this control.

NOTE!
The engine will not start until this control is
placed in the center NEUTRAL position.

F4.
FEED PRESSURE CONTROL
This knob regulates the hydraulic oil pressure
applied to the feed cylinder. Turn the knob
clockwise to increase (pulldown) force. Turn
the knob counter clockwise to decrease the
pressure as shown on the FEED PRESSURE
gauge (A4).

F7.
DRILL / PROPEL
This two-position mode selector switch energizes control levers F2 and F3.
Position this switch to the DRILL position to
operate the feed and rotation controls.
Position this switch to the PROPEL position to
operate the propel controls.

F8. LEVEL
Use this device to ensure that the machine is
level after the jack cylinders have been lowered.
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F9. MAST - DOWN/UP


This lever controls the up and down motions of
the drilling mast.

DANGER

Operating near or contacting a power line


with any part of the machine can result in
electrocution. Do not raise the drilling mast
or operate the machine in the vicinity of
electrical power lines without checking the
minimum safe operating perimeter set by
local, state or national regulations.
Pull back on this lever to raise the mast.
Push this lever forward to lower the mast.

F10.LEFT JACK - UP/DOWN


This lever controls the raising (extending) and
lowering (retracting) of the left rear jack (levelling) cylinder.

Push this lever up to retract (pick up) the cylinder. Indicator light B4 will illuminate to confirm
that the jack is fully retracted.
Pull this lever down to extend (lower) the right
rear jack cylinder.

F13.PROPEL DEADMAN PEDAL


This optional foot pedal prevents the machine
from being propelled unless the operator is at
the operators station.
Depress this pedal before operating the propel
control levers (F2 or F3).
Release this pedal after releasing the propel
control levers (F2 or F3).

CAUTION

Do not use this pedal for stopping the


machine. Serious damage to the propel
components will occur.

Push this lever forward to retract (pick up) the


cylinder. Indicator light B2 will illuminate to confirm that the jack is fully retracted.
Pull this lever back to extend (lower) the left rear
jack cylinder.

F14.
THREAD GREASER
Depress this optional pedal to spray lubricant on
the drill pipe threads.

F11.FRONT JACK - UP/DOWN


This lever controls the raising (extending) and
lowering (retracting) of the front jack (levelling)
cylinder.

F15.TRAM SPEED - HIGH/LOW (PROPEL)


This two-position toggle switch controls the
speed of the tram motors.

Push this lever up to retract (pick up) the cylinder. Indicator light B3 will illuminate to confirm
that the jack is fully retracted.
Pull this lever down to extend (lower) the front
jack cylinder.

F12.RIGHT JACK - UP/DOWN


This lever controls the raising (extending) and
lowering (retracting) of the right rear jack (levelling) cylinder.

CAUTION

Positioning this switch while the machine is


tramming will damage propel components.
Always stop the machine before positioning
this switch.
Push this switch forward to set the speed at
HIGH.
Pull this switch back to set the speed at LOW.

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DRILL OPERATION
RECEIVER AIR
PRESSURE GAUGE (A2)

General
The following operating suggestions are offered
as a reminder rather than as an attempt to
instruct, since a machine of this size must not
be entrusted to anyone except a fully trained
and qualified operator.

B16
D4
D5
B17
B18

Preparation Inspection and Adjustments


Before operating the drill:
Read and understand the Safe Operating
Practices for Drillers at the front of this manual.
Perform the 8 Hour or Shift Change Maintenance Checks outlined in this manual.
Adjust the operator seat to provide a comfortable and safe operating position.

B19

Step 1. ENGINE IDLE (D4)


Step 2. COMPRESSOR LOW (D5)
Step 4. IGNITION ON (B19)
Step 5. HOLD BYPASS (B18) and
PUSH START (B17)
ENGINE START-UP SWITCHES

Starting the Engine


The engine will not start until:

All controls are in the "NEUTRAL" position.


The battery disconnect switch is in the ON
position
DISCONNECT
SWITCH

6. Place the COMPRESSOR switch (D5) in the


LOW position.
7. Alert others in the vicinity of the machine
that the machine will be starting.

WARNING

Do not inject a starting aid into air cleaners.


Personnel injury can occur from exploding
gases.

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8. If the outside temperature is below 32 F (0


C) depress ETHER button (B16) and hold for 3
seconds.
9. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch
(B19) and turn the key to the ON position.
10. Push the BYPASS switch (B18) down and at
the same time push in the START button (B17).

5. Place the ENGINE SPEED switch (D4) in


the IDLE position.
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Once the engine starts, release the START button (B17) but continue to hold the BYPASS
switch (B18) up until the RECEIVER AIR PRESSURE gauge (A2) reads 20 psi.

1. Make certain all controls are in "NEUTRAL".


2. Move the compressor switch (D5) to LOW.
3. Set the engine speed switch (D4) to IDLE.

NOTE !
If the BYPASS switch (B18) is released before
20 psi is achieved, the engine will shut down.
Before trying to restart the engine, make certain
that the pressure reading on the RECEIVER
AIR PRESSURE gauge (A2) is at 0.
The engine should be at low idle (1200 rpm) on
the engine tachometer (B9).

D4
D5

B9
B10

ENGINE RPM and


WATER TEMPERATURE

Continue to run the engine at idle until the


engine water temperature (B10) rises to a minimum of 180F (82C).

NOTE !
Hydraulic oil can be warmed by retracting the
loader (E5 pushed forward) and stalling the cylinder for no longer than 2 minutes at a time.
During the winter months, a warm-up period
may take as long as 15 minutes.
Shutting Down the Machine
When shutting the machine down at end of a
shift or overnight try to position the machine on
level ground. This will permit you to get an
accurate reading on fluid levels before the
machine is restarted for the next shift.

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B19

Step 2. COMPRESSOR LOW (D5)


Step 3. SPEED IDLE (D4)
Step 5. IGNITION OFF (B19)
MACHINE SHUTDOWN SWITCHES

4. Let engine run at "IDLE" for 5 minutes.


5. After engine has idled for 5 minutes, turn key
switch (B19) To "OFF".
6. Make certain all electric switches and radio
(if equipped) are "OFF", so not to drain the batteries.
7. Remove keys from switch (if required by
company), lock cab doors and put keys in a safe
place.
8. Turn the battery disconnect switch to the
OFF position.

Propelling the Machine (Tramming)

!
!

WARNING

WARNING

Exceeding the maximum incline limits can


cause personnel injury or death. An alarm
will sound in the operators cab when the
pitch angle (front to rear) reaches 12 or
when the roll angle (side to side) reaches
17. If this alarm sounds - stop propelling
the machine and determine if it is safe to
continue.

5m
(15 ft.)

Before tramming the drill:


Determine if propelling should be done with
the mast in the drilling position (vertical), or
stowed for longer distance or transporting position (horizontal). In either case, the loader
should be partially indexed to prevent drill pipe
from sliding out.
Determine if the TRAM SPEED should be
should be set at HIGH (low torque) or LOW
(high torque) by setting switch (F15).
Remove all drill pipe if tramming for long distances.
Fully retract the drill pipe loader(s).
Refer to the topics on Lowering the Mast
and Propelling to the Next Hole.
Index the outside loader 1/2 turn to prevent
drill pipe from sliding out.
1. Check the surrounding area that you will be
propelling in for any obstacles.

2. Place the DRILL/PROPEL switch (F7) in the


PROPEL mode.

3. Place the ENGINE SPEED switch (D4) in


the RUN position.

NOTE !
The engine needs to be at 1800 rpm for tramming.

5m
(15 ft.)

While propelling, it is forbidden to be in the


propelling area.
PROPELLING DANGER ZONE

4. If equipped, depress the DEADMAN pedal


(F13). The DEADMAN switch releases the tram
brakes and must be depressed at all times during tramming and released when the propel
controls are returned to the NEUTRAL position.

5. Push or pull the propel controls (F2 and F3)


as required. Propel speed is determined by
how far forward or back the levers are positioned during propelling.
Propelling this machine is typical of propelling in
any track driven machine:
Controls and Operation - Page 2-23

WARNING

F3
F2

D4

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12

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F7

F15
22

F13

PROPEL SWITCHES

Push both controls (F2 and F3) forward an


equal amount to propel straight forward.

Pull both controls (F2 and F3) back an equal


amount to propel straight in reverse.

Position one control ahead of the other in


the same direction to obtain a large radius
turn.

Counter-rotate (one track forward one


reverse) the tracks to make a pivoting turn.

CAUTION

17

17

Do not stop the machine by using the DEADMAN switch (F13) as a brake.
6. When propelling has been completed, return
the controls (F2 and F3) to the NEUTRAL position and release the DEADMAN switch (F13).
With the deadman switch released push the
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Never exceed the maximum inclination


angles when parking, drilling or propelling.
MAXIMUM MAST UP INCLINATION ANGLES

Levelling the Machine

WARNING

25

Before drilling, the weight of the machine must


be firmly supported by the machines levelling
jacks. The machine should be raised only
enough to lift the crawlers off of the ground.
Before lowering the jacks ensure that the jack
pads will touch down on firm ground that will
remain stable while drilling.
Level the machine as follows:

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1. With the engine running, set the ENGINE


SPEED switch (D4) in the RUN position.
19

2. Pull back on the LEFT JACK and RIGHT


JACK control levers (F10 and F12) until the
jacks raise the crawlers off of the ground. Using
the LEVEL (F8) adjust for the side to side levelling.
22

D4
22

F10

Never exceed the maximum inclination


angles when parking, drilling or propelling.

F11
F12

MAXIMUM MAST DOWN INCLINATION ANGLES

tramming controls forward and back to check


that the switch is properly functioning. Also,
check the emergency stop button to check that
it too is functioning.

F8
Step 1. ENGINE SPEED RUN (D4)
Step 2. REAR JACKS DOWN (F10 & F12)
Step 3. FRONT JACK DOWN (F11)

LEVELLING THE MACHINE

Controls and Operation - Page 2-25

3. Pull back on the FRONT JACK control lever


(F11) until the LEVEL (F8) indicates that the
machine is level front to rear.

NOTE !
The mast locking lugs are spaced at 5 increments.

4. Continue to alternately raise or lower the


jacks to obtain the lowest possible height consistent with good drilling clearance.

B7
B8

Raising the Mast


C3

DANGER
F9

Operating near or contacting a power line


with any part of the machine can result in
electrocution. Do not raise the drilling mast
or operate the machine in the vicinity of
electrical power lines without checking the
minimum safe operating perimeter set by
local, state or national regulations.
Before raising the mast check the following:

The mast will not contact any overhead powerlines.


The jack cylinders are deployed and the
machine is levelled on firm ground.
All equipment is secured firmly in the mast
and will not fall.
That the drill pipe has been retracted to a
point where the drill bit is just below the mast
table.
The mast-side cab door is closed.
The operator remains in the cab and any
helpers maintain a 50 ft. (15 m) distance
from all sides of the machine.

Raise the mast as follows:


1. Pull down on the MAST control lever (C3) to
UNLOCK (retract) the mast locking pins. Indicator B7 will illuminate to confirm that the pins
are fully retracted.
2. Pull back on MAST control lever (F9) to the
UP position and slowly raise the mast to the
desired angle.

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Step 1. UNLOCK PINS (C3)


Step 2. RAISE MAST (F9)
Step 3. LOCK PINS (C3)
MAST RAISING

3. Push up on the MAST control lever (C3) to


LOCK the mast into position. Indicator (B8)
will illuminate when the pins are engaged
(extended).

Lowering the Mast

DANGER

Operating near or contacting a power line


with any part of the machine can result in
electrocution. Do not lower the drilling mast
or operate the machine in the vicinity of
electrical power lines without checking the
minimum safe operating perimeter set by
local, state or federal regulations
Before lowering the mast check the following:

The mast will not contact any overhead powerlines.


The outside loader is retracted and indexed
to a mid position to prevent pipe from falling
out.
The inside loaders are retracted.
That the drill pipe has been raised to a point
where the drill bit is just below the mast
table.
The mast-side cab door is closed.
The operator remains in the cab and any
helpers maintain a 50 ft. (15 m) distance
from all sides of the machine.

B7
B8

C3

F9

Lower the mast as follows:


1. Pull down on the MAST control lever (C3) to
UNLOCK (retract) the mast locking pins. Indicator B7 will illuminate to confirm that the pins
are fully retracted.

Step 1. UNLOCK PINS (C3)


Step 2. RAISE MAST (F9)
Step 3. LOCK PINS (C3)

2. Push forward on the MAST control lever (F9)


to the DOWN position and slowly lower the
mast to the desired angle if not stowing the
mast.

MAST LOWERING

NOTE !
The mast locking lugs are spaced at 5 increments.
3. Push up on the MAST control lever (C3) to
LOCK the mast into position if not stowing the
mast. Indicator (B8) will illuminate when the
pins are engaged (extended).

DRILLING
!

WARNING

While drilling, it is forbidden to be in the


drilling area.
8m
(25 ft.)
DRILLING DANGER ZONE

Controls and Operation - Page 2-27

The following procedure was written with the


assumption that the starter section of drill pipe
has been drilled and that additional drill pipe is
required.

NOTE !
If the top adaptor does not start to unthread,
increase the rotation torque (F5). If this is utilized, once the top sub is unthreaded from the
drill pipe, reset the rotation torque back to the
drilling setting.

1. Switch OFF the LUBRICATOR (D6),


WORKING AIR (E8), and the DUST COLLECTOR or WATER INJECTION (E7).

5. Push FEED control (F1) forward and simultaneously pull back on the FEED control (F3) to
raise the rotary head to the top of the mast.

Adding Drill Pipe - Outside Loader

2. Push the FEED control (F1) forward to the


UP position and raise the rotary head high
enough to enable the holding wrench to engage
on the drill pipe flats by pulling back on FEED
control (F3).
3. If necessary, rotate the drill pipe to align the
flats on the drill pipe with the holding wrench
before pushing the WRENCH control (E6) to the
IN position and engaging the holding wrench.

CAUTION

Be sure that the rotary head is raised fully to


the top of the mast before swinging the
loader. Failure to do so will damage the
rotary head, top sub, or loader.
6. Pull the LOADER SWING control (E5) and
fully LOAD (swing) the loader in under the
rotary head until it stops.
7. Push the ROTARY control (F2) to set the
speed at 40 rpm's (as shown on HEAD SPEED
gauge B1).

F3

8. Index the loader with control E4 until a section of drill pipe is aligned with the top sub.
LOCK the loader with lever E3.

E6

F2

E8
E5
F1
D6

9. Push up on the V-BLOCK control lever (C2)


to hold the drill pipe in place.

!
F5
Step 1. WORKING AIR OFF (E8)
Step 2. RAISE FEED (F1 & F3)
Step 2. WRENCH IN (E6)
Step 4. UNTHREAD PIPE (F2)
Step 5. RAISE FEED (F1 & F3)
Step 6. SWING LOADER IN (E5)
ADDING DRILL PIPE (OUTSIDE LOADER)

4. Pull back on the ROTARY control (F2) so


that the top adaptor starts to thread off of the
drill pipe.
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CAUTION

Excessive rotary head down pressure during joint coupling can damage pipe threads.
Feather the FEED control and stop feeding
when joints begin threading.
10. Pull back on FEED control (F1) and slowly
pull back on FEED control (F3) and begin to
slowly lower the rotary head by . Begin threading the top sub to the drill pipe that is in the
loader.
As this is happening, watch the ROTATION
PRESSURE gauge (A3) and when the gauge

C2

B1

F3
F2

15. Pull FEED control F1 to the DOWN position and using FEED control F3, lower the drill
pipe down over the drill pipe in the table.

CAUTION

E3

Lowering (feeding) the drill pipe sections


together will damage the pipe threads.

E4
F1
E5

16. When the drill pipe is down over the threads,


push the ROTARY control lever (F2) forward
and simultaneously lower (F1 and F3) the drill
pipe down stopping the feed when there are 3
threads showing.
17. Continue rotation of the drill pipe and as this
is happening, watch the ROTATION PRESSURE gauge (B1) and when the gauge reading
comes to the set pressure, stop the rotation. Do
not over-torque the pipe threads.

F14

Step 7. HEAD SPEED (F2)


Step 8. INDEX (E4) & LOCK LOADER (E3)
Step 9. V-BLOCK - IN (C2)
Step 10. LOWER FEED (F1& F3)
Step 11. RAISE FEED (F1 & F3)
Step 13. RETRACT LOADER (E6)
Step 14. GREASE THREADS (F14)
Step 15. LOWER FEED (F1 & F3)
Step 16. COUPLE JOINTS (F2 & F1 & F3)
Step 18. WRENCH - OUT (E6)
Step 19. V-BLOCK - OUT (C2)
ADDING DRILL PIPE (OUTSIDE LOADER) contd

reading increases, stop the rotation.


11. Push the FEED lever (F1) forward and pull
back on FEED lever (F3) to lift the drill pipe up
out of the loaders bottom pocket.
12. Push the ROTATION lever (F2) forward to
rotate the drill pipe to align the top of the drill
pipe flat with the opening in the loader. This will
permit the loader to swing out from under the
rotary head.
13. Push the LOADER control (E3 or E4) and
fully swing the loader (RETRACT) until it stops.
14. If equipped, depress the THREAD
GREASER pedal (F14) to spray thread grease
on the drill pipe threads.

18. Pull back on WRENCH control (E6) and


retract the wrench.

CAUTION

Drilling with the V-block IN (extended) will


damage the V-block and/or the rotary head.
Always be sure to position the V-block lever
in the OUT position before drilling.
19. Pull down on the V-BLOCK control lever
(C2) to retract the V-block OUT.

Returning Drilled Pipe - Outside Loader


The following procedure was written with the
assumption that drilling to the required depth
has been completed and that one or more
pieces of drill pipe were removed from the
loader.
1. Retract the drill string by pushing the FEED
lever (F1) to the UP position and pull back on
FEED lever (F3) until the pipe flats reach the
holding wrench area.
Controls and Operation - Page 2-29

2. Turn OFF the DUST COLLECTOR or


WATER INJECTION (E7) and WORKING AIR
(E8).
3. Place the COMPRESSOR AIR PRESSURE
switch (D5) in the LOW position.
4. Lift the V-BLOCK lever (C2) to the IN position to deploy the pipe centralizer.

Using the Tong in this section.


7. Push forward on the FEED lever (F1) and
pull back on FEED lever (F3) to raise the rotary
head to the top of the mast.
8. If necessary, rotate the pipe until the flats on
the drill pipe will enable the pipe to be loaded
into the loader.

Be sure that the rotary head is raised fully to


the top of the mast and the drill pipe is properly aligned before swinging the loader.
Failure to do so could damage these mechanisms.

C2

E6
F1

F2

9. Pull LOADER SWING control (E5) to swing


LOAD the loader in under the rotary head until
it stops.

E5

E8

F3

CAUTION

D5

10. Lower the drill pipe into the loader pod by


pulling the FEED lever (F1) to the DOWN
position and pulling back on FEED control (F3).
11. Pull back on the ROTARY lever (F2) and
break the connection.

Step 1. RAISE DRILL PIPE (F1 & F3)


Step 2. WATER/DUST COLLECTOR
WORKING AIR - OFF (E7 & E8)
Step 3. COMPRESSOR AIR - LOW (D5)
Step 4. V-BLOCK - IN (C2)
Step 5. HOLDING WRENCH - IN (E6)
Step 6. BREAK PIPE JOINT (F2)
RETURNING DRILL PIPE TO THE OUTSIDE LOADER

5. Rotate the pipe (F2) if necessary to align the


flats of the drill pipe before deploying the HOLDING WRENCH with lever E6 IN.
6. Pull back on the ROTARY lever (F2) so that
the drill pipes break at the joint and start to
unthread. Continue to unthread the pipes.

NOTE !
If the drill pipes do not break refer to the topic
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CAUTION

Lowering the rotary head with the V-block


IN (extended) will damage the V-block and/
or the rotary head. Always be sure to position the V-block lever in the OUT position
before lowering the rotary head.
12. Push the V-BLOCK control (C2) down
(OUT) to retract this assembly.
13. Push the FEED lever (F1) and pull FEED
lever (F3) to fully raise the rotary head to the top
of the mast.
14. Push the LOADER SWING lever (E5) to
RETRACT the loader fully out.
15. Retract (OUT) the holding wrench (E6) and

lower the rotary head and repeat the preceding


steps until both pipes are out of the ground and
placed in the loaders.

C2

E2

E6
F1

F2

E5

E8

F3

D5

TONG CONTROLS

Step 7. RAISE DRILL PIPE (F1 & F3)


Step 9. SWING LOADER - LOAD (E5)
Step 10. LOWER PIPE (F1 & F3)
Step 11. BREAK PIPE JOINT (F2)
Step 12. V-BLOCK - OUT (C2)
Step 13. RAISE ROTARY HEAD (F1 & F3)
Step 14. RETRACT LOADER (E5)
Step 15. HOLDING WRENCH - OUT (E6)
RETURNING DRILL PIPE TO OUTSIDE LOADER (contd)

Using the Tong


If the drill pipe does not break by reversing the
rotation, the tong must be used as follows:
1. Deploy the holding wrench onto the drill pipe
wrench flats if not already done.
2. Signal to a helper to swing the wrench into
place.

4. Signal to the helper to remove the wrench.


5. Push the TONG lever (E2) to retract the cylinder and prepare for the next deployment.
6. Signal to the helper to stand out of the drilling area.

Propelling to the Next Hole


With all the drill pipe placed into the loader, prepare the machine to move to the next drill hole
as follows:
1. Push up on the CURTAIN control lever (C1)
to raise (UP) the dust curtain.
2. Position the DRILL/PROPEL mode selector
switch (F7) to the PROPEL position.

3. Pull back on the TONG lever (E2) to break


the pipe joint.

Controls and Operation - Page 2-31

to the Propelling the Machine topic before


loading the drill onto the trailer.
6. Shutdown the machine as described in the
topic Shutting Down the Machine.
C1

7. Turn the battery disconnect switch to the


OFF position and remove the key.
BATTERY
DISCONNECT
SWITCH

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F7

3. Refer to the topic Propelling the Machine in


this section.
8. Using suitable chains and hold-downs, chain
the rear of the machine down as shown and
chain the front in a similar manner.

LIFTING and TRANSPORTING


the MACHINE
The following procedures are to be used as a
guide. The equipment you have and the regulations for lifting and transporting this type of
equipment will vary.

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1. Clean the machine to remove any rocks or


dirt that might dislodge during transporting.
2. Index the loader a half turn to prevent drill
pipe from sliding out.
3. Position the mast in the horizontal position
(refer to the topic Lowering the Mast.
4. If lifting the machine, refer to the technical
data plate to determine the machines weight
(GVW). Lifting points (4 places) are marked on
the machine.
5. If propelling the machine onto a truck, refer
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DUST SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS


General
Two types of dust suppression systems are
available on this machine; dust collector and
water injection.

DRIVE MOTOR
(HYDRAULIC)
BLOWER
FILTER
BACKFLUSHING
MODULE

CLEAN AIR
DISCHARGE

BACKFLUSHING
PRESSURE
REGULATOR

WORKING AIR
FROM COMPRESSOR

BURST
of
FLUSHING
AIR

DUST LADEN AIR

FILTER

TABLE
BUSHING

TABLE
DUST CURTAIN

CUTTING
DEFLECTOR

DUST

ROCK
CHIPS

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Dust Collector

Operate the dust collector as follows:

A hydraulic motor driven exhauster fan draws


up dust laden working air from around the
drilled hole. A dust curtain surrounds the hole
and dust is sucked into a separator where large
particles are dropped out of the side. Finer dust
is drawn to filter elements inside the dust collector where timed air blasts (3 to 6 seconds apart)
dislodge the dust and exhaust it (pressure regulator set at 50 psi (3.5 bars) from the collector.

1. Push up on CURTAIN lever (C1) to lower the


dust curtain.

DUST COLLECTOR CONTROLS

C1

CAUTION

E7

Never operate the dust collector system


when damp conditions exist. Doing so will
damage the dust collector elements.
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2. Push forward on EXHAUSTER/WATER


lever (E7) to start the dust collector.
3. After the drilling cycle is completed, position
control (E7) in the neutral position and raise
the dust curtain (C1).

Water Injection

clogged strainer.
3. Once the desired drilling depth has been
reached, push the EXHAUSTER/WATER control lever (E7) to the neutral position to purge
the working air lines of water. This practice prevents freeze-up during cold weather.

WINCH

Use only clean water to refill the tank. Flush


points may be added to the water supply during
cold weather to prevent freezing.
At shutdown, turn off the valve in the suction
line and operate the pump for at least one
minute to purge the system of water.

The winch is used to lift accessories on and off


of the work deck. Before any lifting operations
begin, rope off the lifting area to ensure that
everyone is aware of the lifting about to take
place.

This procedure was written with the assumption


that drilling has begun.
1. Pull back on the EXHAUSTER/WATER control lever (E7) to begin injecting water into the
working air.
.

E1

Step 1. CONTROL ON (E7)


Step 2. VARY FLOW (F6)

E7

WINCH CONTROLS

TOWING

F6
WATER INJECTION

2. Turn WATER CONTROL knob (F6) to vary


the amount of water being injected.

NOTE !
Erratic or diminishing water flow indicates a

The following instructions are for moving a disabled machine for a short distance, only a few
yards (meters), at a low speed, 1.2 mph (2 km/
h).

WARNING

Personal injury or death could result from


improperly towing a machine.
Shielding must be provided on the towing

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machine to protect the operator if the tow line


(wire rope) should break.

8. Install final drive cover (4) using all of cover


bolts (2).

All the different situation requirements cannot


be given, so always consult your dealer if questions arise.

9. Fill the final drive with clean oil of the type


specified in Section 3.

1. Thoroughly clean the area around the


crawler final drives including the track shoes
positioned above the final drive. Block the
tracks to prevent the machine from free rolling.

10. Repeat this procedure to the remaining final


drive.

2. Allow the final drive oil to cool before draining the oil from both final drives into a suitable
container (refer to Section 4G of this manual).

ELECTRONIC DEPTH COUNTER


(EDC)

3. Remove all but two of the twenty final drive


cover bolts (2).

General

NOTE !
Do not leave a bolt in the top hole of cover (4).

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This system has been made around a multifunction counter which displays bit position, bitdistance-from-bottom of hole, accumulated hole
depth and penetration rate. The counter has
one 6-digit red led-display to show one display
at a time. Different displays can be selected
with push buttons on the counter at anytime.
The counter can be set to display all the data
either in International units (meters, m/min) or
English units (foot, ft/min).

Component Descriptions
The following components are used in the EDC
system:
4. Insert an alignment dowel or other suitable
tool through the top hole of the final drive cover
to support ring gear (1) while removing cover
(4).
5. Remove one track shoe to provide access to
the parting face between cover (4) and ring gear
(1).
6. Support ring gear (1) in place and loosen the
remaining two cover bolts (2). Using a hammer
and wedge, separate cover (4) from ring gear
(1).
7. Remove twelve bolts (3) and ring gear (5)
from final drive cover (4).

DC/DC CONVERTER
The converter switches 24 volts DC down to 12
volts DC. The 12 volt DC voltage is needed for
the counter, optical encoder, * holding wrench
proximity switch and warning buzzer. The DC/
DC converter output ground is the same as the
input ground. The maximum 12 volt current of
the EDC should be less than 1 amp.

HOLDING WRENCH PROXIMITY SWITCH (NOT REQUIRED ON D90K MACHINES)


This proximity switch has a nominal 10 mm
sensing distance. It is a Normally Open (NO)
type switch. It is connected and mounted so
Controls and Operation - Page 2-35

that it is normally open when the holding wrench


is not engaged. When the holding wrench is
engaged the circuit is closed. The supply voltage for the proximity switch is 12 volts DC.
When the holding wrench is engaged the bit
position counter is stopped at that position.
When the wrench is disengaged the bit position
counter will follow the movement of the rotary
head gearbox.

OPTICAL ENCODER
The encoder is mounted beside the timing shaft
with a specific gear ratio sprocket and chain.
The encoder supplies two signals to the counter
which determines the distance, speed and
direction from these signals. Bit position is
increased when the rotary head is moving
down. If the bit position counter counts in the
wrong direction, the A and B signal can be
swapped from counter terminals no. 11 and 12.

ROTARY HEAD UP PROXIMITY SWITCH


The rotary head proximity switch has a 10 mm
sensing distance. It is a Normally Closed (NC)
type switch. When the rotary head is moved to
a higher position the sensing plate mounted in
the feed system opens the sensor output. The
proximity switch is connected to the pipe in the
hole warning circuit so that the closed output
will produce a warning signal if jack or mast
control levers are moved.

PRESSURE SWITCH
This pressure switch is mounted on the lower
stacker valve to sound the alarm if the leveling
jacks or mast raising control levers are operated. The pressure switch is an adjustable type
preadjusted to switch ON at 900 PSI. The
switch is connected to the pipe in the hole warning circuit as Normally Open (NO) switch. If
either the jack or mast control levers are operated, the activated output will allow the warning
devices to activate the alarm if the bit position is
greater than the PRESET warning depth setting
or the rotary head is not in the proper position.

CONTROL RELAY
The control relay is used on the warning circuit
because of different voltage levels used on the
indicator light and buzzer. Also, the load level
would exceed the proximity switch rating.

BUZZER
The buzzer is solid state electronics which automatically adjusts its own volume up or down
maintaining a minimum of 5dB (A) above environmental noise level. Sound level ranges from
82dB thru 103dB.

Indicator and Key Descriptions


KEY 1 - PRESET HOLE DEPTH
The preset hole depth feature on the counter is
an indicator to advise the driller when he has
drilled to a predefined depth. The preset hole
depth is the depth from ground level to the bottom of the hole. The operator should reset the
bit position (actual hole depth) counter for
proper operation starting at ground level. An
indicator light will indicate when the drill bit
reaches the preset hole depth. The light will
stay ON as long as drill bit position is greater
than preset measurement. The preset hole
depth can be changed anytime before or after
drilling has started. The preset hole depth can
be defined with an accuracy in centimeters
(meters with two decimals).

KEY 2 - PRESET WARNING DEPTH


This is the depth used for the warning system.
It is factory set to provide maximum bit position
measurement without sounding the alarm. The
warning signal is given if the bit position measurement is larger than the setting of the preset
warning depth or the rotary head position is too
low.
It is recommended to set the hole depth before
starting to drill. The operator can set hole depth
from the counter keyboard. To view an old Preset Hole Depth measurement:
Press key # 1 (PRESET HOLE DEPTH)

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The old preset hole depth is displayed as long


as the key is pressed and for 10 seconds after
key is released. The LED on the PROGRAM
key will light when ever a preset is displayed.
To program a new Preset Hole Depth measurement:
1. Press the PROGRAM key. The Led on the
Program key will flash. The main display is not
affected.

depth is displayed.
3. To enter a new measurement for the hold
depth will require two 0s to be entered after the
new measurement is entered. For example, to
enter a preset depth of 25 ft. will require 2, 5, 0
and 0 to be entered for English models. For
metric models the two 0s would be entered
unless the measurement required did contain a
two place decimal. If the measurement required
only 7 meters, 7, 0 and 0 would be required to
be entered to cover the decimal places.

2. Press key # 1 (PRESET HOLE DEPTH).


The Current measurement for the preset hole

KEY 6 -BIT POSITION DISPLAY


Before drilling a new hole the bit position
counter should be reset. This requires that the
drill bit be set on the ground and the counter
reset as follows:

position counter is now reset.

1. Press RESET key. The main display will


begin to flash. This flashing is to indicate to the
user that the bit position counter can be reset.

The system will automatically take care of correct bit position if drill pipe is added. The bit
position will stop counting when the holding
wrench is engaged. Not applicable for D90KSP machines.

2. Press key # 6 (BIT POSITION). The bit

If the RESET key has been pressed accidently,


the user may wait 10 seconds for the unit to
clear the flashing without affecting the counters.

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NOTE!
The bit position is displayed in meters with two
decimals.

KEY 7 - BIT-DISTANCE-FROM-BOTTOM-DISPLAY
Distance form bottom display indicates how far
the drill bit is from the bottom of the hole. If the
drill bit is raised from the bottom of the hole, the
display will automatically switch to display this
distance. If the bit is lowered back to the bottom, the display will switch back to bit position
display. When retracting from the hole, the
counter is normally showing the distance form
bottom display. Another display can be
selected at anytime. The distance from bottom
display is switched automatically only once.
The distance from bottom display will naturally
show the hole depth measurement when the
drill bit is raised back to ground level.
The distance from bottom display will be reset
automatically at the same time as the bit position counter will be reset. If the operator wants
to reset the distance from bottom, he can use
the same procedure shown as for bit position
above, except press key # 7 (DISTANCE FROM
BOTTOM) instead of key # 6 (BIT POSITION).

KEY 8 - ACCUMULATED DEPTH DISPLAY


Accumulated hole depth records the hole depth
drilled since the last reset. This allows the user
to use this counter as a record of shift, week or
month for total hole depth drilled. The accumulated hole depth is updated each time that distance from bottom measurement is equal to
zero. If using the accumulated depth counter as
hole depth counter, the user has to reset the
accumulated depth counter separately after
every hole.
To RESET the accumulated depth counter:
3. Press RESET key. The main display will
begin to flash. This flashing is to indicate to the
user that the counter can be reset.
4. Press Key # 8 (ACCUMULATED DEPTH).
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This will reset the accumulated depth counter.

KEY 9 - PENTRATION RATE DISPLAY


The penetration rate is displayed in meters or
feet per minute and it is updated every half second. The penetration rate is displayed with one
decimal number.

PIPE IN THE HOLE WARNING INDICATOR


This push to test type indicator light is connected to the control relay which is controlled by
the warning circuit. The test push button will
control the control relay voltage so it will test the
relay at the same time as the warning devices.
The counter is equipped with an indicator light
and warning buzzer to help in preventing the
machine from being moved with the drill pipe
still in the hole.

CAUTION

This system only warns the operator if the


drill pipe is in the hole, if the operator tries
to operate any jack control level either up or
down, or the mast control level either up or
down, or the mast control level either up or
down.
The pipe in the hole warning light and buzzer
will operate only if the operator tries to raise or
lower the jacks and/or raise or lower the mast.
No warning will be given unless the jack or mast
controls are operated. The machine can be
moved with the drill pipe still in the hole if the
jack or mast controls are not operated before
trying to propel the machine.

NOTE !
D90K-SP single pass machine has the optional
tram lock interface which disconnects the power
from tramming circuits if the rotary head position
is too low.

PRESET HOLE DEPTH LIGHT INDICATOR


Indicator light is connected to the counter output
number 1. When the counter bit position is

greater than the preset hold depth the indicator


light will be lit.

Viewing Bit Position, Distance From Bottom,


Accumulated Depth And Penetration Rate
To view the bit position, hole depth and accumulated depth, or penetration rate proceed as
follows:
5. Press key # 6 (BIT POSITION) to view bit
position.
6. Press key # 7 (DISTANCE FROM BOTTOM)
to view present distance from bottom of the
hole.
7. Press key # 8 (ACCUMULATED DEPTH) to
view accumulated depth.
8. Press key # 9 (PENETRATION RATE) to
view penetration rate.
The counter will show the latest display until
another display is selected. The LED indicators
on the right side of the display indicate which
display is on. Distance from bottom display is
switched automatically on display when the drill
bit is raised from the bottom of the hole. The bit
position is resumed when the drill bit is lowered
back to the bottom of the hole.

TESTS
When the system has been installed and programmed the following test routines will be
needed to confirm that the counter operates
properly. There is no special calibration
required as these tests are only to ensure that
programming is correct for the respective
machine models and the counter and its installation are OK.

BIT POSITION COUNTING - (NOT REQUIRED


ON MODEL D90K-SP MACHINES)
When the holding wrench is engaged the bit
position counter display should remain at its
present display. When disengaging the wrench,

the bit position counter should resume counting.


If this is not happening, check the proximity
switch mounting and sensor on the holding
wrench. The electric signal from the proximity
switch is connected to counter terminal number
10.

PROPER COUNTING DIRECTION


The positive bit position counter measurement
should increase when the rotary head is moved
down and decrease when moved up. If the
counter is counting in the wrong direction, swap
the optical encoder signal wires from counter
terminal numbers 11 and 12.

BIT POSITION COUNTER


Bit position display is always following bit and
rotary head movement. To check the bit position counter you have to know the actual length
of the feed stroke. Reset the bit position
counter when the rotary head is completely at
the top of the stroke. Run the rotary head down
and check the bit position counter measurement. It should equal the measured feed stroke
(meters or feet). If the error is more than an
inch or maximum of two, repeat the measurements and check the programming for that type
machine and model. Different kind of feed
chains (not standard), sprocket or timing shaft
can require a change to the programmed values.
PENETRATION RATE DISPLAY
Penetration rate display is showing feet/minute
or meters/minute depending on destination
(country). Display is with one decimal accuracy.

FEED / MINUTE

METERS / MINUTE

0.3

0.6

1.5

10

3.0

20

6.0
Controls and Operation - Page 2-39

Lower the rotary head down at a constant


speed and check to see that the penetration
rate display is showing properly. A 30 feet
stroke is 10 meters, so if drilling down 30 feet in
one minute with constant speed it would equal
about a 10 meters/minute penetration rate. Try
to drive the rotary head distance in a half minute
or in one minute to make calculations easier.

first pipe with the drill bit has to be above


ground level to eliminate the alarm. The proximity switch and the counter have been connected parallel in the warning circuit so that if
either of the circuits detect improper drill position the alarm will be activated.

EDC
SPECIFICATION

ACCUMULATED DEPTH
Accumulated depth will be increased every time
the rotary head is moved down and distance
from bottom display equals zero (0). This
means that the drill bit is at the bottom of the
hole. Otherwise the accumulated depth should
work the same way as bit position. It has its
own programming measurement, so it should
be tested to insure that it counts distance correctly.

PRESET HOLE DEPTH


The unit is equipped with an indicator light for
preset hole depth. Program some measurement to the preset hole depth register (see user
instructions) and test to see that the indicator
light works properly. An indicator light will indicate when the drill bit reaches the presetted
hole depth. The light will stay ON as long as
drill bit position is greater than the preset measurement. The preset hole depth light is connected to counter output terminal number 27
and the other side of light to the ground. Terminal number 28 is connected 24 volt.

PIPE IN THE HOLE WARNING LIGHT and


BUZZER
The test button will test the wiring and the function of those warning devices. The counter
compares the bit position measurement and the
preset warning depth. If the pressure switch
(mounted on the lower stacker valve) is pressurized to 900 PSI this will activate the alarm.
The same warning circuit can be activated if the
rotary head gearbox is lowered too low in the
mast. The proximity switch and its sensing
plate have been mounted in the mast so that the
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Counter Range

-9999.99 to +9999.99 meters or


-9999.99 to +9999.99 feet

Presets

One, 6-digit preset


-9999.99 to +9999.99 meters or
-9999.99 to +9999.99 feet

Counting

Quadrature X4

Counts

10095 pulses/meter (C90K-SP)


7318 pulses/meter (C90K)
7610 pulses/meter (C75K)
10978 pulses/meter (C40K/C50K)
15857 pulses/meter (C25K)

Speed Range

0.00 to 113.00 meters/min (C25)


0.00 to 246.00 meters/min (C90)

Speed Display
Update Time

0.5 seconds

Display

6-digit, 0.56 red LED display

Front Panel

4 LED status indicator


14-key membrane switch keyboard
Splash proof polyester overlay
32 to 132 F, operating
-40 to 160 F, storage

Environment
DIP Switches

1 = OFF
2 = ON
3 = OFF
4 = ON
5 = OFF
6 = OFF

I/O Terminals Used

10 = Stop counting
11 = Signal A
12 = Signal B
13 = Ground
15 = Power voltage, +12 V power
16 = Power voltage, ground
24 = Output 2 NO
25 = Output 2 common
27 = Output 1 NO
28 = Output 1 common

DRILL MONITOR SYSTEM (DMS)

Level 3

The Drill Monitor System provides warning signals to the operator or automatically shuts down
the machine (for critical out-of-limit conditions)
in the event that the monitored conditions are
not within safe limits. The system is provided
with a thirty second delay for start up, a system
test push button, audible alarm, and a "first out"
indication for shut downs.

Compressor discharge temperature


Compressor inter-stage temperature
Compressor oil pressure
Engine coolant flow

NOTE !
Engine oil and coolant temperatures are also
monitored by the engine electronic control module (ECM).

There are three different levels of fault sensing:


Level 1. Flashing amber light.
Level 2. Flashing amber light and audible
alarm.
Level 3. Flashing red light, audible alarm, and
machine shutdown.
The audible alarm can be silenced at any time
by means of a silence push button. The light
will continue to flash until the fault condition is
cleared. Only one level three fault will be indicated at any one time (first out). This will allow
the cause of the shutdown to be easily determined. Level three faults can be converted to
alarm only, if desired, by an external wiring
change.
The items monitored are:
Level 1
Compressor air filter pressure
Engine air filter pressure
Fuel level
Alternator charging
Engine radiator coolant level
Air/oil separator pressure differential
Level 2
Hydraulic oil level
Hydraulic oil temperature
Hydraulic oil filter pressure
Engine oil temperature

L
E
V
E
L
1

Compressor
Air Filter
Engine
Air Filter

Engine
Coolant Level

Fuel Level

Compressor
Separator

LAMP
L
E
V
E
L
2

Alternator

ALARM

TEST SILENCE

Hydraulic
Oil Level
Hydraulic
Oil Temp.
Hydraulic
Oil Filter

ALARM
Engine Oil
Temperature

Power On

L
E
V
E
L

Compressor
Air Temp.
Compressor
Oil Pressure
Compressor
inter-stage F

Engine
Coolant Flow

There are a total of sixteen items sensed. All


Level 3 sensors are normally closed to ground
under normal operating conditions. An open circuit will cause machine shutdown. The alternator charging warning is activated by a voltage of
less than 10 volts at the alternator R terminal.

SYSTEM OPERATION
In the event of a machine shutdown, after the
problem is rectified, it is necessary to turn off
the key switch at the start panel momentarily to
Controls and Operation - Page 2-41

reset the system and restart the 30 second time


delay to start the engine.
The system operation should be checked once
per shift by turning on the key switch and waiting 30 seconds to verify that a shutdown fault is
indicated and that the fuel system is de-energized.

NOTE !
The click of the shutdown relay (SDR) contacts
and the fuel system should be audible both ON
and OFF (DMS pins 20 and 21).
Periodically a more comprehensive test should
be made to verify that the sensors actuate at the
proper settings and that disconnecting or
grounding (depending on whether the sensor is
normally open or normally closed) a sensor will
indicate a fault.

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SECTION 3
COOLANT, FUEL and
LUBRICANT
SPECIFICATIONS

Antifreeze
Always use ethylene glycol-type antifreeze and
the correct amount to provide protection to the
lowest expected operating environment.

COOLANT SPECIFICATIONS

Coolant Conditioner Elements

Always use a mixture of approved fill water,


antifreeze and Cooling System Conditoner.

Coolant conditioner elements should be used to


maintain a 3 to 6% concentration of conditioner
in the coolant. Use a precharge element when
filling the system or changing coolant. Install a
new maintenance element after every 250
hours of service.

Refer to the engine manufacturer for detailed


specifications, or Caterpillar form SEBD0518.

FILL WATER
FUEL SPECIFICATIONS
Always add conditioner to coolant water. Never
use plain water only in the cooling system.
Acceptable water for use in the preparation of
ethylene glycol type antifreeze and water mixture is shown in the follow chart.

Preferred fuels provide maximum engine service life and performance. These fuels are distillate fuels and are commonly called; fuel oil,
furnace oil, diesel fuel, gas oil or kerosene.

ACCEPTABLE WATER

Water Content

50% Antifreeze/
50% Water

Without
Antifreeze

Chlorides

100 ppm
or less

50 ppm
or less

Sulphates

100 ppm
or less

50 ppm
or less

Hardness as
CaCO3

200 ppm
or less

100 ppm
or less

Dissolved
Solids

500 ppm
or less

250 ppm
or less

pH

6.5 or higher

6.5 or higher

ppm = parts per million

Caterpillar manufactured diesel engines have


the ability to burn a variety of fuels. These fuels
are divided into two catagories: Preferred or
Permissible.

Permissible fuels are crude oils or blended


fuels. Use of these fuels can result in higher
maintenance costs and reduced engine service
life.
Refer to form SEHS7067 from Caterpillar for a
detailed summary of preferred fuels and their
specifications.

Cetane Requirement
The minimum fuel cetane number recommended for this engine is 40.

Coolant, Fuel and Lubricant Specifications - Page 3-1

Fuel Cloud Point

machine are found on the Lubricant Chart.

Fuel waxing can plug the fuel filters in cold


weather. The fuel cloud point must be below
the temperature of the surrounding air to prevent filter waxing and power loss. Fuel heating
attachments can minimize fuel filter waxing and
are available from your Driltech or Caterpillar
dealer.

Engine Oils (CH)


Only use oils that meet Engine Service Classification CH (MIL-L-2104D).
At the factory, this machine was filled with BP
15W - 40. Consult the Caterpillar form
SEBU5939 for a listing of CH oil brands.

Fuel Sulphur Content


The percentage of fuel sulphur content will
affect the engine oil and filter change intervals
(refer to the following chart).

NOTE !
The engine oil and filter should be changed
after the first 50 hours of service on new and
reconditioned engines.

CRANKCASE OIL CHANGE INTERVALS

Lubricating Grease (MPGM)

Fuel Sulphur

Oil Change Interval

0.0% to 0.4%

250 Hours

0.4% to 1.0%

125 Hours

1.0% to 1.5%

62 Hours

Use only multi-purpose grease (MPGM) which


contains 3 to 5% molybdenum disuphide. NLGI
No, 2 Grade is suitable for most temperatures.
Use NLGI No. 1 or No. 0 Grade for extremely
low temperatures.

Compressor Oils (COMP)

NOTE !
If the fuel has over 0.5% sulphur content, the
CG engine oil must have a Total Base Number
(TBN) of 20 times the percentage of fuel sulphur
(TBN as measured by the ASTM D-2896
method). If the sulphur content is greater than
1.5% by weight, use an oil with a TBN of 30 and
reduce the oil change interval by one half. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for correct engine
oil recommendations.

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS

General
The classifications listed below follow S.A.E.
J183 classifications. The MIL specifications are
USA Military Specifications. The following definitions will be of assistance in purchasing lubricants. The specific classifications for this
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As with any oil Do not mix different types of oils.


Contamination of synthetic oils with traces of
AFT may lead to foaming or plugging of orifices.
When operating between 80 and 100F (27 and
38C) and with relative humidity above 80%, a
synthetic hydrocarbon type fluid is recommended.
Machines shipped prior to May 1, 1999 were
filled with Mobil SHC-624 at the factory.
Machines shipped after May 1, 1999 were filled
with Mobil SHC-1024.

NOTE !
Compressor oil change intervals will change
depending on the type of oil used. The oil manufacturers recommendations supercede the
recomended interval suggested in this manual.

Hydraulic Oils (HYDO)

Refrigeration Oil (REF)

Use Engine Service Classification CC (MIL-L2104B), CC/SF (MIL-L-46152B), CD (MIL-L2104D) or industrial-type hydraulic oils that are
certified by the oil supplier to have anti-wear,foam, -rust, and -oxidation additive properties
for heavy duty usage.

Use an ISO 100 refrigeration oil.

At the time of shipment this machine was filled


with Citgo 32 AW hydraulic oil.

Multipurpose - Type Gear Lubricant (MPL)


Use Gear Lubricant Classification GL-5 (MIL-L2105B) EP140. Use SHC 75 x 90 in cold ambient conditions and SHC 5 x 90 in arctic conditions.

REFILL CAPACITIES

COMPONENT

GALLON

LITRE

RECEIVER TANK

70

265

FUEL TANK

200

757

HYDRAULIC TANK

135

511

PUMP DRIVE GEARBOX

3 qt

ROTARY DRIVE GEARBOX

5.5

21

CENTRALIZED LUBRICATIONS SYSTEM

30 lb
or
55

13.5 kg
or
208

ENGINE CRANKCASE
(CATERPILLAR 3406E)

34

COOLANT
(CATERPILLAR 3406E)
approximately

25

95

WINCH

2 pt

CRAWLER FINAL DRIVE (ea)

WATER INJECTION
TANK(WO/DUST COLLECTOR

230

870

WATER INJECTION TANK(W/


DUST COLLECTOR

120

454

WATER INJECTION PUMP

1 qt

Coolant, Fuel and Lubricant Specifications - Page 3-3

699

RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT VISCOSITIES


OUTSIDE
TEMPERATURE

F
C

-22
-30

-4
-20

+14
-10

+32
0

+50
+10

+86
+30

+68
+20

+104
+40

+122
+50

SAE 5W -20(SPC)
SAE 5W-20

ENGINE CRANKCASE
CH

SAE 10W
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40
SAE 30
SAE 40
MOBIL SHC-624, 924, 1024 (1000 HOURS)

COMPRESSOR

-40F

SHELL MADRELA AS (1000 HOURS)


DEXRON II ATF (250 HOURS)
SYNCON & CETUS (32) (1000 HOURS)
CETUS (46) (1000 HOURS)

COMP
Note oil change intervals

MOBIL SHC-626 (1000 HRS)


MOBIL SHC-926 (1000 HRS)
MOBIL SHC-1026 (1000 HRS)

CD SAE 10W

UNDERCARRIAGE,
FINAL DRIVE GEARBOX
MPL

CD SAE 30
CD SAE 40W
CD SAE 50W

32AW

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
HYDO

46AW
68AW
100AW

WATER INJ. PUMP - CH


ROTARY HEAD, WINCH and
PUMP DRIVE GEARBOX
MPL

SAE 30
SAE 10W-30
GL-5 EP 90
SHC 75W-90
SHC 5W-90

AUTOLUBE PUMP CH

* Contact Driltech Mission Service Department Before Filling

Page 3-4

SAE 10W

*
*
*

996

EQUIVALENT HYDRAULIC OILS

LUBRICANT
BRAND NAME

ISO
22

MANUFACTURER

ISO
32-46-68

ISO
100
X

ACCITE HIDRAULICO MH

PETROLEOS MEXICANOS

AMOCO AW OIL

AMOCO OIL CO.

AMOCO RYDON OIL MV

AMOCO OIL CO.

ANTECH

EXXON/ESSO

ASHLAND VG

ASHLAND OIL CO.

32

BARTRAN HV

BP OIL CO.

BRESLUBE VG

BRESLUBE LTD.-CANADA

CANADIAN OIL MOXY T

OIL CANADA

CANVIS AW

BP OIL CO.

CHAMPION SUPER GRADE

LOWE OIL

CHEVRON AW

CHEVRON

CITGO AW

CITGO

D-A WEAR GUARD II VG

D-A LUBRICANT CO.-USA

DECOL ANTI-WEAR

SHELL CANADA

DTE 24-25-26

MOBIL OIL CORP.

DURO AW

ARCO

EAL SYNDRAULIC

MOBIL OIL CO.

ELF OLNA DS

ELF/ANTAR

ENERGOL HLP-HD SERIES

BP OIL CO.

EPPCO UNIVIVERSAL GP

EPPERT OIL CO.

GULF HARMONY AW

GULF R&D

GULF SYNFLUID SL H__AW

GULF USA

HIDRALUB EP

MARAVAN S.A.

HARMONY AW

GULF CANADA LTD.

HYDRAFLOW

PETRO CANADA

HYDRALUBE AW

LUSCON IND.

HYDRELF DS

ELF

HYSPIN AWS-AD

CASTROL INC.

HYTAC

DISTAC LUBRICANTS

KENOIL R&O AW

KENDALL REFINING CO.

LUSCON HD

LUSCON IND.

MARATHON MULTI. VG

MARATHON PETROLEUM

MOBIL HYD. OIL NZ

MOBIL OIL CO.

MOBIL HYD. OIL ZF

MOBIL OIL CO.

MYSTIK AW/AL

CATO OIL & GREASE CO.

NERVOL FLUID SH2

NERVOL

ISO
150

46 & 68

46 & 68

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Coolant, Fuel and Lubricant Specifications - Page 3-5

996
LUBRICANT
BRAND NAME

MANUFACTURER

ISO
32-46-68

ISO
100

ISO
150

NUTO-H

EXXON/ESSO

NUTO-HP

EXXON/ESSO

32 & 46

NUTO-H PLUS

EXXON/ESSO

NYCO HYD. OIL

NYCO LUBRICANT CORP.

ORLY AGENA

ORLY INTERNATIONAL

ORLY GALA

ORLY INTERNATIONAL

ORLY HYDRO

ORLY INTERNATIONAL

PACER POWER V

PACER LUBRICANT INC.

PARADENE ANTI-WEAR AW

DRYDEN OIL CO. - USA

PEAK HYDRA AW SERIES

PEAK OIL CO.

46 & 68

PEN PREMIUM EP

PENTAGON CORP.

32 & 68

PENNZBELL AW

PENNZOIL PROD. CO.

PENNZOIL AW

PENNZOIL PROD. CO.

PENNZOIL AWX

PENNZOIL PROD. CO.

RANDO OIL HD

TEXACO INC. - USA

ROL ANTELITTERAM HVI

ROL RAFFINERIA

ROYAL AW

EPPERT OIL CO.

ROYAL PREMIUM VG

EPPERT OIL CO.

RYKON OIL

AMOCO OIL CO.

SELCO SF 330

SELCO

SHARLU HYDROFLUIDS AW

SHARJAH NATIONAL LUBE OIL


CO. LTD.

SHOSEKI W-R

SHOWA OIL LTD.-JAPAN

STAR PREMIUM VG

EPPERT OIL CO.

SUNVIS 8__ WR

SUNCOR or SUNTECK

SUPER BLUE HYD. OIL

AUTOLINE OIL CO.

SUPER HYD. OIL VG

CONOCO

TELLUS

SHELL CANADA LTD.

TELLUS

SHELL CO. - USA

TERRAPIN IND. OIL

AUTOLINE OIL CO.

TOTAL AZOLI A ZS

J.W.LANE

46 & 68

TRC HYD. OILS VG

TEXACO REFINERY

UNION UNAX AW VG

UNION OIL - USA

UNIVIS N

32, 46 & 56

X
32 & 46

EXXON/ESSO

UNIVIS N PLUS

EXXON/ESSO

UNIVIS SHP

EXXON/ESSO

32 & 46

YUKONG SUPERVIS

YUKONG LTD.

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ISO
22

MINIMUM PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR HYDRAULIC OILS


The following are typical properties of hydraulic oils for use in severe duty applications of axial piston and vane pumps. Any oil which meets these or similar properties or which is listed in the
approved list of Equivalent Hydraulic Oils may be used.
32
(32AW)

46
(46AW)

68
(68AW)

100
(100AW)

ASTM Viscosity Grade No.


(Saybolt)

150

215

315

465

Gravity: API

31.1

30.3

29.5

28.9

Viscosity, Kinematic: cSt


104F ( 40.0C)
212F (100.0C)

30.04
5.26

42.70
6.57

62.9
8.43

96
11.03

Viscosity, SSU
100F (37.8C)
210F (98.9C)

155
43.9

220
48.2

325
54.6

500
64

Viscosity Index,
ASTM D 2270

106

105

104

99

Interfacial Tension,
D 971
77F:dyn/cm

31

31

31

32

Flash, P-M: F (C)

400 (205)

405 (208)

450 (233)

465 (241)

Flash, OC: F (C)

425 (219)

430 (222)

470 (244)

490 (255)

Fire, OC: F (C)

455 (235)

470 (244)

500 (260)

545 (285)

Pour: F (C)

-25 (-32)

-25 (-32)

-20 (-29)

+5 (+15)

Color, ASTM D 1500

L0.5

L0.5

L1.0

L1.5

Carbon Residue,
Ramsbottom: %

0.30

0.30

0.36

0.37

Passes
Passes

Passes
Passes

Passes
Passes

Passes
Passes

0.68

0.68

0.68

0.68

Oxidation Test, ASTM D 943


Time Oxidized
Hr. to 2.0 Acid No.

2000+

2000+

2000+

1500+

Emulsion, FTMS 791 3201,


180F
Dist. Water: Minutes

40-40-0 (3)

40-40-0 (3)

40-40-0 (4)

40-40-0 (6)

217 (103)

220 (105)

228 (109)

234 (113)

ISO VISCOSITY GRADE

Rust Preventive Test,


ASTM D 665
Procedure A, 24 hr
Procedure B, 24 hr..
Neutralization No.
ASTM D 974
Total Acid No.

Aniline Point, ASTM


D 611: F (C)

Coolant, Fuel and Lubricant Specifications - Page 3-7

AIR COMPRESSOR LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS


Driltech Mission encourages the user to participate in an oil analysis program with the oil suplier.
This could result in an oil change interval differing from what is stated in these tables.

NOTE!
Mixing synthetic oils with an ATF may lead to operational problems, foaming, or plugging of orifices.
Do not mix different types of fluids.

AMBIENT
TEMPERATURE

CHANGE
INTERVAL

ISO

-40F to +95F
(-40C to +35C)

1000 Hours

32

Mobil SHC-624, 924 & 1024

-40F to +100F
(-40C to +38C)

1000 Hours

32

Shell Madrela AS

-20F to +120F
(-29C to +49C)

500 Hours

+20F to +100F
(-7C to +38C)

250 Hours

32

Dexron II ATF

+30F to +100F
(-1C to +38C)

1000 Hours

32

Conoco Syncon R&O

+30F to +100F
(-1C to +38C)

1000 Hours

32

Texaco Cetus PAO

+30F to +100F
(-1C to +38C)

1000 Hours

32

Petro-Canada Super Compressor Fluid SCF 32

+80F to +120F
(27C to +49C)

1000 Hours

46

Texaco Cetus PAO

+80F to +120F
(+27C to +49C)

1000 Hours

68

Mobil SHC-626, 926 & 1026

LUBRICANT
DESCRIPTION

Sullair AWF

Low and High Pressure Compressors


When operating between +80 and 100F (+27 and 38C) with a relative humidity above 80%, synthetic hydrocarbon type fluid Mobil SHC or equivelant as recommended above should be used.
All lubricant recommendations are based on 1200 rpm maximum WARM-UP speed.

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SECTION 4
PREVENTIVE
MAINTENANCE
SERVICE AND OIL CHANGE INTERVALS
The Lubrication and Maintenance Charts in
Section 4 lists items according to their service
intervals. Use the hourmeter to determine when
each service is due. Calendar intervals (daily,
weekly, monthly, etc.) may be used if they allow
for more convenient maintenance scheduling,
provided they approximate the hourmeter readings.
When performing scheduled maintenance, all
services due at more frequent intervals should
also be performed. For example, at Every 250
Hours or Monthly service, also perform the
items listed at Every 50 Hours or Weekly and
Every 8 Hours or Shift Change.
The recommended maintenance schedule is
designed for average conditions. When operating in temperature extremes, dusty or wet conditions, the period between maintenance
operations should be shortened. For example,
check fluid levels more frequently than the recommended intervals if leaking is suspected or
observed.
A number of services may need to be performed on a When Required basis, as determined by service indicators on the machine

MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
Wipe grease fittings clean and ensure that
grease gun nozzles are clean before injecting
grease.
Always keep caps, plugs, dipstick tubes and
their surroundings clean before removing for
servicing.

When servicing, watch for:


Leaks
Fire hazards (accumulated fuel, oil, grease,
debris)
Loose or missing hardware
Signs of wear
Damage

USE OF CORRECT TOOLS AND PROCEDURES


When servicing the drill, use the correct tools
and tensioning procedures outlined in this manual. Overtighting plugs, filter, adaptors, etc. will
cause undue stress on components and may
weaken or fracture the component under pressure. Remember, if you are unsure as to the
correct procedure in performing a job, DO NOT
attempt to start it.
When filling the hydraulic reservoir, always
check the oil level with the cylinders fully
retracted. If oil is added when the cylinders are
extended, the increase in volume of oil to the
tank may cause the tank to overfill and rupture
when the cylinders are retracted.

OIL SAMPLE ANALYSIS


Driltech encourages the user to participate in an
oil analysis program with an oil supplier or
engine manufacturer. Periodically analyzing the
oil monitors the conditions of both the machine
components and the oil itself. Also, using an oil
analysis program could result in oil change
intervals differing from those stated in this manual.
Following the instructions of your program coordinator, we recommend taking samples when
the oil is hot and mixed from the following locations:
Engine crankcase
Hydraulic tank
Preventive Maintenance - Page 4-1

Main pump drive gearbox


Final drive gearbox
Compressor air/oil receiver tank

Ensure that all gaskets, seals and protective


covers are tight and properly fitted.

Oil Contamination
WIGGINS SERVICE STATION
If your machine is equipped with a Wiggins service station it should be used whenever replenishing fluids to reduce the risk of contamination
and the chance of mixing fluids.

THE DRILL MONITOR SYSTEM (DMS)


The DMS control panel in the operators cab is
the Drill Monitor System. This panel provides
warning signals to the operator or automatically
shuts down the machine (for critical out-of-limit
conditions) in the event that the monitored conditions are not within safe limits. Several of the
When Required maintenance checks are dictated by the signalling from the DMS. For more
information on the functions of this system refer
to section 2 of this manual.

COMPRESSOR AND HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS

Cleanliness
Cleanliness is an important factor when performing even the most routine service procedure. You can reduce the possibility of dirt
entering a system by:
Ensuring that all containers used for dispensing oil are clean.
Ensure that the areas around filler caps and
plugs are clean before removing them.
Never leave plugs or caps off any longer
than necessary.
Keep disconnected hoses plugged to prevent entry of dirt.
Repair leaking cylinder rod wiper seals
immediately.
Change filters and breathers regularly in
accordance with maintenance recommendations.
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Water or air in a hydraulic system can cause


pump failure. If hydraulic oil appears cloudy,
water or air is entering the system and the oil
should be drained, the system flushed and
cleaned, and refilled with new oil. Points of
entry for air or water such as suction hoses or
loose clamps, faulty seals or gaskets, and areas
where water may pool and be drawn into the
system should be checked and remedied.

Leaks
If a leak has developed in a system, it is
because there is a fault which may not be
noticeable or immediately evident. A leak is
generally a symptom of a fault such as:
Overheating.
Overpressure
Excessive vibration through a mechanical
component fault.
Incorrect operating procedure.
Poor maintenance procedure.
When fixing a leak, try to identify the real cause.

Mixing Hydraulic Oils


The hydraulic oils used in your machine have
been selected to perform specific roles with
respect to the following properties:
Viscosity (thickness).
Viscosity Index (change in thickness through
temperature variation).
Anti-wear performance.
Heat dissipating performance.
Compatibility with the internal materials used
in components.
Incompatibility (an adverse reaction of one or
more of the preceding properties) is to be
avoided at all costs. Never top off or fill a res-

ervoir with an incompatible fluid. Use only


the oils specified in the COOLANT, FUEL and
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATION table in this
manual.
Problems caused by incompatible fluids are:
Sludging
Oxidation
Reduced lubrication effectiveness
Seal damage
Metallic erosion
Corrosion
Foaming/aeration
Solidification/emulsification
Component bearing failure
Acid formation
Overheating

will increase the velocity of fluid through the


hose and result in severe overheating. Also be
sure to route and clamp the hose as originally
designed.

AIR INTAKE SYSTEM


The engine and compressor air intake filters
should be serviced when the Drill Monitoring
System (DMS) indicator illuminates.
Observe the limits on the number of times the
filter elements can be cleaned and when the
safety element should be replaced.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Heating, Cutting and Welding Equipment
Usage
Never use oxy heating or cutting equipment on
or around hydraulic components. Apart from
fire hazard the heat can damage components.
Heating or welding on hydraulic pipes or fittings
will cause a scale to develop on the inside. This
scale may enter the system and cause severe
component damage.

When jump-starting the machine, follow the


instructions in the Operators Manual to avoid
equipment damage or injury to personnel.
Always disconnect the batteries before welding
on the machine or alternator damage will result.
Keep all electrical compartments closed and
properly sealed during machine operation.

COOLING SYSTEM
Initial Start-Up
On the initial start-up of the machine, the
hydraulic actuators may move without notice or
without any control input signal due to air
entrapment in the circuits. Ensure that all personnel are clear prior to starting. Normally,
cycling the component several times will cause
the air to bleed off. However, if the condition
continues it will require technical assistance.

Hose Replacement
If a hose is frayed or damaged, it must be
replaced. When replacing a hose, be sure that
the correct hose type and diameter is used.
Replacing a hose with a smaller diameter hose

All water is corrosive at engine operating temperature. Always use coolant conditioner precharge cartridges when changing the coolant,
and replace these cartridges with maintenance
cartridges at 250 hour intervals.
Use only the water and coolants specified in the
COOLANT, FUEL and LUBRICANT SPECIFICATION topic in this manual and refer to Caterpillar bulletin SEBD 0518-06.
If the engine is to be operated or stored in an
area with temperatures below 32F (0C), the
cooling system must be protected to the lowest
expected ambient temperature.
Clean the cooling system if scale is present or
Preventive Maintenance - Page 4-3

there is evidence of oil contamination. In either


case, overheating may result.
When refilling the cooling system, add coolant
no faster than 20 qts (20 l) per minute to prevent
air pockets from developing.
After refilling the system, run the engine with the
radiator cap(s) removed until the coolant level
stabilizes. Top off the radiator if necessary.

FUEL SYSTEM
Use only the fuels specified in the COOLANT,
FUEL and LUBRICANT SPECIFICATION topic
in this manual.
Have your fuel supplier drain water and sediment from his fuel storage tanks at weekly intervals to prevent contamination from being
pumped into the machines tank.

Page 4-4

Always fill the tank at the end of the shift to drive


out moisture laden air from the tank but do not
fill the tank to the brim as fuel will expand as it
warms and may overflow
Allow fuel to settle for a few minutes after filling
before draining water and sediment..
After changing fuel filters, bleed the fuel circuit
to remove air.

8 HOUR or SHIFT CHANGE MAINTENANCE CHECKS


Rig Model ..........................................................
Rig Serial Number.............................................
Maintenance Person ...............................................................
Date...................................

Maintenance Point
Perform Operators Safety Check
Check Engine Oil Level
Drain Primary Fuel Filter Water
Check Engine Coolant Level
Check Air Compressor Oil Level
Drain Condensation from Air/Oil Receiver Tank
Check Compressor Oil Return Line Sightglass
Check Air/Oil Separator Element Indicator
Check Hydraulic Tank Oil Level
Drain Water from Hydraulic Reservoir Tank
Check Hydraulic Tank Air Pressure Regulator Gauge
Check Hydraulic Filter Service Alarm Indicators
Lubricate Pump Driveshaft
Check Oil Level in Pump Drive Gearbox
Check Undercarriage for Debris
Check Air Cleaner Element Indicators
Inspect Air Cleaner Vacuator Valves
Check Central Lubricator System Grease Level
Drain Central Lubricator Water
Check Central Lubricator Pump Oiler Level
Visually Inspect Winch Wire Rope
Check Air Lubricator Oil Level
Check Feed Chain Adjustment
Page 4B

Serviced By

WHEN REQUIRED MAINTENANCE CHECKS


Rig Model ..........................................................
Rig Serial Number.............................................
Maintenance Person ...............................................................
Date...................................

Maintenance Point
Replace Starting Aid Cylinder
Coolant Condition
Check Cooler Cores for Obstructions
Change Air Cleaner Elements
Change Cab Air Conditioner/Heater Air Cleaner Element
Change Dust Collector Elements

Page 4A

Serviced By

50 HOUR or WEEKLY MAINTENANCE CHECKS


Rig Model ..........................................................
Rig Serial Number.............................................
Maintenance Person ...............................................................
Date...................................

Maintenance Point
Perform the 8 Hour Maintenance Checks
Lubricate Air Swivel

* Replace Compressor Main Oil Filter Elements


* Replace Hydraulic Return Filter Elements
* Replace Servo Replenshing Filter Elements
* Change Winch Oil

* Initial 50 Hours or Operation Only

Page 4C

Serviced By

250 HOUR or MONTHLY MAINTENANCE CHECKS

Rig Model ..........................................................


Rig Serial Number.............................................
Maintenance Person ...............................................................
Date...................................

Maintenance Point
Perform the 50 Hour Maintenance Checks
Check Engine Mounts for Tightness
Change Engine Oil and Replace Filters
Inspect Alternator and Air Conditioner Compressor V-Belts
Check Battery Condition and Electrolyte Level
Replace Secondary Fuel Filter
Replace Coolant Conditioner Cartridge
Check Fan Mountings, Blade, Guards and Hose Condition
Replace Compressor Main Oil Filter Elements
Clean Compressor Oil Scavenge Line Strainer
Change or Sample Compressor Oil
Replace Hydraulic Servo Replenishing Filter Elements
Clean Hydraulic Tank In-Line Air Strainer
Clean Hydraulic Tank Water Trap Filter
Replace Hydraulic Tank Breather
Check Hydraulic Tank Mounting Bolts
Clean Pump Drive Breather
Check Water Injection Pump V-Belt Tension
Change Water Injection Pump Oil
Check Rotary Head Oil Level

Page 4D

Serviced By

250 HOUR or MONTHLY MAINTENANCE CHECKS


CONTINUED

Rig Model ..........................................................


Rig Serial Number.............................................
Maintenance Person ...............................................................
Date...................................

Maintenance Point
Check Feed Chain Tension
Lubricate Feed Chains
Inspect and Lubricate Chain Sprockets
Check Crawler Track Tension Adjustment
Check Oil Level - Crawler Final Drives
Clean Central Lubrication Water Trap Filter
Check Central Lubrication Operation
Check Electrical Wiring Condition
Check Air Intake and Exhaust System
Check Dust Collector Hoses and Components
Check Decals and Nameplates

* Adjust Engine Valve Lash


* Change Oil - Crawler Final Drives
* Initial 250 Hours or Operation Only

Page 4D (contd)

Serviced By

500 HOUR or 3 MONTH MAINTENANCE CHECKS


Rig Model ..........................................................
Rig Serial Number.............................................
Maintenance Person ...............................................................
Date...................................

Maintenance Point
Perform the 250 Hour Maintenance Checks
Clean Engine Crankcase Breather
Change Primary Fuel Filter Element
Change Pump Drive Gearbox Oil
Replace Hydraulic Return Filter Elements
Change Rotary Head Gearbox Oil
Clean Water Injection Suction Strainer
Check Winch Oil Level

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Serviced By

1000 HOUR or 6 MONTH MAINTENANCE CHECKS


Rig Model ..........................................................
Rig Serial Number.............................................
Maintenance Person ...............................................................
Date...................................

Maintenance Point
Perform the 500 Hour Maintenance Checks
Change Hydraulic Oil
Check Compressor Mounting Hardware Torque
Change Air/Oil Separator Filter Element
Change Winch Oil and Clean Breather
Replace Rotary Head Gearbox Breather

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Serviced By

2000 HOUR or 1 YEAR MAINTENANCE CHECKS


Rig Model ..........................................................
Rig Serial Number.............................................
Maintenance Person ...............................................................
Date...................................

Maintenance Point
Perform the 1000 Hour Maintenance Checks
Change Engine Coolant
Check Cooler Mounting Hardware Torque
Change Crawler Final Drive Oil

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Serviced By

WHEN REQUIRED
STRAP

FUEL SYSTEM

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Replace Ether Starting Aid Cylinder

WARNING

ETHER IS POISONOUS !!
Avoid breathing vapors and repeated skin
contact, keep out of the reach of children,
use only in well-ventilated areas, and do not
store cylinders in living areas or operators
compartment.

WARNING

ETHER IS FLAMMABLE !!
Observe the following precautions while
handling ether cylinders:
Do not smoke while changing cylinders.
Do not store cylinders at temperatures
above 49C (120F).
Do not store cylinders in direct sunlight
Do not puncture or burn cylinders.
Discard cylinders in a safe place.

COOLING SYSTEM

Check Cooling System

Replace an ether cylinder as follows:

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9. Loosen the clamp and unscrew the empty
ether cylinder.
10. Remove the used gasket and install the new
gasket supplied with each cylinder.
11. Install the new cylinder. Tighten the cylinder
hand tight. Fasten the clamp securely.

WARNING

Steam can burn. Allow the coolant to cool.


Open the radiator filler cap slowly.
If the cooling system is contaminated, the
engine overheats or if foaming is observed in
the radiator, follow the Change Engine Coolant procedure in the 2000 Hour or 1 Year
maintenance check.

Check the Cooler Core


Dusty working conditions may require you to
clean the cooler fins more often than a normal
operating maintenance schedule.
When Required Maintenance Checks - Page 4A-1

AIR CLEANERS - ENGINE & COMPRESSOR

Changing Elements

General
Proper air cleaner servicing will result in maximum protection against dust. Proper servicing
can also save time and money by increasing filter life and dust cleaning efficiency. Two of the
most common servicing problems are: Over
Servicing and Improper Servicing. Replace or
clean elements only when the restriction indicator on the filter or the warning light on the instrument panel indicate to do so. Dont be fooled by
filter appearance, the filter should look dirty.
Careless servicing procedures can cause contamination. Use the following procedures as a
guide to air cleaner maintenance.

4. If the filter is dented or bunched it must be


replaced. Never rap or hit the element to
remove dirt. The primary element can be
cleaned with compressed air, pressurized water
or washed with detergent. If cleaning the primary element with proceed as follows:

COMPRESSED AIR

WARNING

Always use a face shield and protective


clothing when using compressed air. Failure to do so can cause eye damage or
blindness.

CAUTION

Using compressed air above 30 psi (205


kPa) can damage the filter element.
SAFETY
ELEMENT

A. Blow air ALONG (not across) the pleats


inside and outside of the element as shown.

PRIMARY
ELEMENT

SERVICE
INDICATOR/NUT
VACUATOR
VALVE
COMPRESSED AIR

Primary Element
1. Loosen the wing nut and gently slide the primary element out of the air cleaner assembly.
2. Inspect the service indicator for the safety
element. Remove and replace the element if
the indicator is in the red zone.
3. Inspect the inside of the filter housing and if
cleaning is required remove the safety element.
Be careful not to allow dust to enter the intake
duct.
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B. After cleaning, inspect the element with a


light bulb as shown. Replace the element if
necessary.

PRESSURIZED WATER

CAUTION

Using compressed water above 40 psi (without nozzle) (280 kPa) can damage the filter
element.
A. Direct water ALONG (not across) the pleats
inside and outside the element.

B. Air dry the element Do Not dry with a light


bulb.
C. After drying, inspect the element with a light
bulb as shown. Replace the element if necessary.

not gotten brittle.


6. Slide the primary element over the safety
element and tighten the wingnut.
7. Inspect all air cleaner and air duct connections for leakage before starting the engine.

Safety Element

PRESSURIZED WATER

The safety element should be replaced every


third time the primary element is cleaned or
replaced or as indicated by the service indicator
in the safety filter hold down nut as shown.
1. Remove the primary element as described
earlier.

WASHING WITH DETERGENT


A. Remove excess dust with compressed air
or water as described earlier.
B. Wash the element in warm water with a
non-sudsing household detergent or Donaldson
D-1400 Washing Compound.
C. Rise the element with clean water from both
sides if necessary.
D. Let dry in warm circulating air of less than
160F (71C).
E. After drying, inspect the element with a light
bulb as shown. Replace the element if necessary.

INSPECTION

2. Remove the split pin and nut that hold the


safety element in place.
3. Remove and discard the safety element.
The safety element should not be cleaned.
4. Clean the inside of the filter housing especially around the areas of the element sealing
surfaces.
5. Install a new safety element.
6. Install the primary element.

OPERATORS CAB

Change Air Conditioner/Heater Filter Element


Remove and replace the filter element as
described in the previous topic.

5. Before installing the cleaned or new element


press the element gasket to ensure that it has
When Required Maintenance Checks - Page 4A-3

AIR CONDITIONER/
HEATER AIR CLEANER

PRE-CLEANER
ELEMENT

Inspect the filter elements through the access


doors provided. Remove the elements by
unthreading the wingnuts. Be sure to tighten
the wingnuts after the elements have been
replaced or cleaned.
Compressed air must be clean and filtered to
ensure that there is no contamination of the
valve seats.

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Filters can be ruined by operating under wet


conditions. Occasionally the filters can be
removed, blown out and inspected for tears.

DUST COLLECTOR

Do not run the dust collector fan if drill dust


is venting from the fan exhaust. Severe
damage to the fan, the fan shaft and its
bearings will occur.

Change the Filter Elements


Routine inspection of door gaskets, suction
hose, dump hoses, dusthood seals and other
wear items is necessary to ensure that there are
no leaks to the system.

FILTER ELEMENT

WING NUT

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WARNING

EVERY 8 SERVICE HOURS


OR DAILY
ENGINE
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Measure Crankcase Oil Level


1. Measure engine oil level. Maintain oil level
to FULL mark on the ENGINE STOPPED side
of dipstick.
2. Add oil if necessary through fill point.

WATER
DRAIN
VALVE

PRIMARY
FUEL
FILTER

COOLING SYSTEM

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Check Coolant Level


DIPSTICK

FILLER

Drain Fuel Water Separator Bowl

Check that the coolant is visible in the sightglass. Add coolant if necessary.
FILLER
CAP

COOLANT
SIGHT
GAUGE

1. Locate the water separator bowl at the base


of the primary fuel filter.
2. Open the drain valve to allow the accumulated water to drain.
Adding Coolant
3. Close the drain.

WARNING

Steam can burn. At operating temperature,


engine coolant is hot and under pressure.
8 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4B-1

Remove the filler cap only when the engine


is stopped. Open the filler cap slowly only
when cap is cool to the touch.

CAUTION

If filling the radiator via the Wiggins station,


leave the radiator cap off to prevent pressure from building up during filling.

Check Oil Level


Check the oil level at least 10 minutes after
shutdown, with the unit level and separator
pressure zero.
1. Observe the oil level in the air/oil receiver
tank sightglasses.

1. Remove the radiator filler cap slowly.

CAUTION

Cooling System Conditioner contains alkali.


Avoid contact with skin and eyes to prevent
personal injury.

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2. Inspect the condition of the cap gasket.


Replace if necessary.
3. Maintain the coolant level to the bottom of
the filler tube.
4. Replace the cap and tighten.

NOTE !
Inspect for coolant leaks, damaged or deteriorated hoses and obstructed radiator cores.
Any of these may cause damage to the
engine through overheating.

The oil level should be maintained so that it


is visible in the center sightglass.

CAUTION

Do not mix compressor oils. Incompatible


fluids may cause compressor damage or
reduced oil change intervals.

WARNING

Do not remove caps, plugs, or other components while the compressor system is
running or pressurized.

Stop the engine and allow time for the


system to relieve all internal pressure
before servicing. Check the air pressure
gauge in the cab to ensure pressure is
zero.

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OIL LEVEL
SIGHTGLASS

2. Add oil if necessary, through the fill point (1)


or Wiggins station. Do not overfill; the oil level
must not rise above the upper sightglass (2).

COMPRESSOR

Drain Condensate From Air/Oil Receiver


Tank
Remove the plug from the valve and open the
valve and drain off water until oil appears.

NOTE!
Water can cause compressor failure. If the oil
appears cloudy, water is entering the system.

Determine the point of entry and rectify the


problem, then drain, flush and refill the system.
RECEIVER TANK
DRAIN

on the filter housing. In this case the filter condition is monitored by a warning lamp on the
instrument panel.
.
RECEIVER
TANK

ELEMENT
INDICATOR

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BATTERY
BOX

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Check Oil Return Line Sightglass

Check Oil Level in Reservoir Tank

When the engine is running, inspect the sightglass (1) to ensure that oil is visibly flowing. If
oil is not visible, clean the in line strainer (2).

1. Fully retract all hydraulic cylinders and shutdown the engine.


2. Look at the sight gauge. The oil level must
be maintained to the line. Add oil if necessary.

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1

HYDRAULIC
OIL
SIGHT
GAUGE
HYDRAULIC
TANK

Check Air/Oil Separator Element Indicator


When the engine is running, ensure the indicator is not showing its red band. If the red band
is fully visible, change the separator element.
Some models do not have a dirt alarm indicator
8 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4B-3

problem, then drain, flush and refill the system.

Adding Oil

CAUTION

Before filling, shutdown the engine and


relieve all pressure from the tank by
opening the tank vent ball valve.

Double check that all hydraulic cylinders


are retracted, or the tank may be overfilled and rupture.

HYDRAULIC
TANK
DRAIN

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Add oil only via the Wiggins station or the hand


pump.

CAUTION

Do not mix hydraulic oils.

Incompatible fluids may cause pump


damage and reduce oil change intervals.

REGULATOR
GAUGE

HAND
PUMP

Drain Water From Reservoir Tank


Open the valve and drain off water until oil
appears.

NOTE !
Water can cause pump failure. If the oil
appears cloudy, water is entering the system.
Determine the point of entry and rectify the
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The tank is pressurized to prevent entry of contamination and to prime the hydraulic pumps.
Inspect the air pressure gauge while the engine
is running. It should read between 3 and 5 p.s.i.

Check Servo Replenishing Filters Dirt


Alarms

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HYDRAULIC
TANK

Check Hydraulic Tank Air Pressure Regulator Gauge

The indicators should be checked to ensure that


they are not seized and for oil bypassing the filter.
1. With the engine stopped, turn the indicator
(1) through its range of movement. It should
turn freely.
2. With the engine and pumps running,
observe the position of the indicator. It should
point to the green sector. If it points to either
the yellow or red sectors, the filter element
should be changed, as it is clogged and oil is
bypassing the element.

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1

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CAUTION

Do not overlubricate the universal joints.

Seal rupture can occur and allow ingress


of dirt.

PUMP DRIVE GEARBOX

Check Oil Level

SERVO
FILTERS

1. Locate the dipstick on the pump drive gearbox.

FILL PLUG

DRIVESHAFT
PUMP DRIVE
GEARBOX

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Lubricate Pump Driveshaft


DIPSTICK

Ensure the fittings and grease gun are clean


before servicing.
1. Remove the wingnut and open the access
door.

WINGNUT

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2. The oil level should be between the LOW


and FULL marks on the dipstick. If necessary
add oil of the type specified in the Coolant,
Fuel and Lubricant Specification section of this
manual through the fill opening.

ACCESS
DOOR

UNDERCARRIAGE

Check for Debris


2. Clean the grease fitting in each universal
joint and lubricate with two strokes from a hand
grease gun.

Visually inspect the undercarriage for rocks,


debris and built-up dirt. Clean idlers and
sprockets as necessary.
8 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4B-5

AIR INLET

CENTRAL LUBE SYSTEM

Check Air Cleaner Element Indicator

Check Central Lubricator Grease Level

Check the indicator located on the air inlet pipes


as shown. Service the elements as needed as
explained in the When Required maintenance
checks.

Remove the clips securing the lid to the tank.


Replace the canister if necessary.

CLIP
ELEMENT INDICATOR

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245-4

Drain Water and Check Pump Oiler Level


1. Unscrew tap (1) under the bowl to drain the
water. Close the tap after draining.
Inspect Vacuator Valves
Vacuator valves should be inspected very 8
hours of machine service. Check to see that the
valve is not inverted, damaged or plugged.
Replace as needed.

2. Check the oil level through sightglass (2). If


oil is needed, unscrew the bowl and add Engine
Oil (CG) as required.

SAFETY
ELEMENT

PRIMARY
ELEMENT

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SERVICE
INDICATOR/NUT
VACUATOR
VALVE

Page 4B-6

MISCEALLANEOUS
FILLER
CAP

Inspect Winch Wire Rope


Visually inspect the winch wire rope for kinking,
twisting and general wear. Replace as necessary and discard in accordance with 3.5 of ISO
4309:1990.

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LEVEL
SIGHTGAUGE

Check Air Lubricator Oil


Locate the lubricator tank sight gauge and fill as
required through the filler port.

Check Feed Chain Adjustment


With the mast lowered and the rotary head at
the top of its travel, check the sag of the chain
as shown.

TABLE

ROTARY HEAD
3mm (1/8)

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FEED CHAIN
ADJUSTMENT

HOIST CHAIN
ADJUSTMENT

8 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4B-7

Page 4B-8

EVERY 50 HOURS OR
WEEKLY

INITIAL 50 HOURS OF OPERATION


Replace Air Compressor Main Oil Filter Elements
Refer to the 250 Hour Maintenance Checks.

AIR SWIVEL
Replace Hydraulic Return Filter Elements
Refer to the 500 Hour Maintenance Checks.

Grease Air Swivel

Replace Hydraulic Servo Replenishing Filter


Elements
Refer to the 250 Hour Maintenance Checks.

CAUTION

Do not over-lubricate.

Do not use a pressure grease gun, as this


can cause damage to the seals.

Change Winch Oil


Refer to the 1000 Hour Maintenance Checks.

1. Remove the protective cap to expose the


lubrication fitting.
2. Lubricate the air swivel with two strokes of a
hand grease gun.
3. Replace the protective cap.
LUBRICATION
FITTING

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AIR SWIVEL

50 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4C-1

Page 4C-2

EVERY 250 HOURS OR


MONTHLY

Change Crankcase Oil and Filters

WARNING

Hot oil or components can cause burns if


they contact skin.

ENGINE

Check Engine Mount Torque


Remove the belt cover and inspect the front and
rear engine mounts for cracks or signs of movement and the bolts for tightness.

1. With the oil warm and the engine stopped,


drain the crankcase by removing the plug from
the oil pan and allowing the oil to drain into a
suitable container.

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PLUG

OIL PAN

2. Install the plug when draining is completed.


3. Use a strap wrench to remove the oil filter.
.

ENGINE
MOUNTS
(REAR)

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REMOVE
TO ACCESS
FRONT MOUNTS

OIL FILTER

250 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4D-1

4. Clean the filter base to ensure that all traces


of the old seal are removed.

Engine Valve Lash (Initial)


ADJUST

5. Coat the seal on the new filter cartridge with


clean engine oil.
6. Install the new filters by hand. When the filter seal contacts the base, tighten the filter 3/4
turn more.

Adjust valve lash (clearance) at the first oil


change. All subsequent adjustments are to be
performed at the Every 3000 Service Hour
interval.
Refer to Engine Valve Lash in the Caterpillar
Maintenance Manual for the procedure.

NOTE !
Do not overtighten the filter.
7. Refill the crankcase. See the Refill Capacities and Fuel, Coolant and Lubricant Specifications tables.

ALTERNATOR and AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR V-BELTS

8. Start the engine and run long enough to


ensure that the lube system cavities and filter
have oil.

Inspect
Inspect the belts for wear. Replace the belts if
worn, cracked or frayed.

Check Belt Adjustment


1. Remove the capscrews securing the belt
cover and remove the cover to access the
belts..

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BELT
COVER
DIPSTICK

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FILLER

9. Stop the engine and allow the oil to drain


back to the sump for a minimum of five minutes.
The oil level reading should indicate FULL on
the ENGINE STOPPED side of the dipstick.

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REMOVE
TO ACCESS
BELTS

2. Apply a 12 kg (25 lb.) force perpendicular to


the belt, midway between the driving and driven
pulley. Measure the belt deflection. Proper belt
deflection is 15 to 20 mm (9/16 to 7/8 inch).
Adjust the belt tension as required.

Adjust Belt

gas.

1. Loosen the alternator pivot bolt and the locknut on the belt tensioner rod.

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Do not smoke or allow any other ignition


source near the batteries.

Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid.


It will cause severe personal injury if it
contacts skin or eyes.

Always wear protective glasses when


working with batteries.

1. 1.Open the battery box access door.

LOCKNUT

ALTERNATOR
BELT
TENSIONER

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2. Turn the adjustment bolt until correct belt


deflection is obtained.
3. Tighten the locknut.
4. If new belts are installed, check the belt
adjustment after 30 minutes of engine operation.
5. Secure the belt cover.

ACCESS
DOOR

BATTERIES

2. Clean the tops of the batteries with a clean


cloth. Check for corrosion or looseness of the
terminals and cable clamps. If necessary,
replace, clean or tighten cable clamps.
3. Clean the cable clamps and terminals with a
wire brush, then coat them with petroleum jelly.

BATTERIES

Check Battery Electrolyte Level and Clean


Batteries
Locate the battery box located at the left front of
the machine.

WARNING

WARNING

DO NOT top off batteries with acid.


4. Remove the battery fill caps. Maintain the
electrolyte level to the bottom of the filler tube.
If the level is low, top up with distilled or demineralized water.
5. Replace the fill caps and close the cover.

Batteries give off explosive hydrogen


250 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4D-3

7. Open the fuel supply valve.

FUEL SYSTEM

WARNING

8. Prime the fuel system. See the topic Priming the Fuel System.
9. Start the engine and inspect for leaks.

Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces


or electrical components can cause a
fire.

Disconnect the battery when changing


fuel filters.

Priming the Fuel System

Change Secondary Fuel Filter

Priming the fuel system fills the fuel filters and


removes air from the fuel system after the filters
have been changed. Refer to the Caterpillar
engine Operation and Maintenance manual if
the engine fuel supply has run dry.

1. Stop the engine.


2. Close the fuel supply line valve (if fitted).

1. Turn the priming pump plunger counterclockwise and pull out the plunger.

3. Use a strap wrench to remove the fuel filter.

FUEL
PRIMING
PUMP
PLUNGER

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SECONDARY
FUEL
FILTER

4. Clean the filter base. Be sure to remove all


of the old seal.
5. Apply a light coat of clean fuel to the new filter seal.

2. Pump the plunger to fill the new filter element. Continue pumping until resistance is felt,
indicating that the filter is full.

6. Install the new filter by hand. When the seal


contacts the base, tighten 3/4 turn more.

3. Turn the pump handle knob clockwise to


lock the plunger.

NOTE !
Do not overtighten the filter.

4. Start the engine and check for fuel leaks.

Page 4D-4

COOLING SYSTEM

NOTE !
Do not overtighten the cartridges.

Change Coolant Conditioner Cartridges

5. Open the shutoff valves on the coolant lines

Check the cooling system only after the engine


is stopped and cool to the touch. Refer to the
engine manufacturers Operation and Maintenance Manual for coolant testing and additional
specifications.

6. Check for leaks with the engine running.

NOTE !
Ensure that a MAINTENANCE (not a PRECHARGE) conditioner cartridge is used for this
service, unless the coolant is also being
changed.
1. Close the coolant inlet and outlet valves.

Check Radiator Mounting Hardware Torque


Using a torque wrench and the torque table
listed in this manual, check the radiator mounting hardware.

Check Cooler Fan Finger Guards and Radiator Blade Condition

2. Use a strap wrench to remove the cartridge.

CAUTION

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FINGER
GUARD
HARDWARE

Engine coolant contains alkali - avoid contact with skin and eyes.
3. Clean the filter base.
4. Install the new cartridge by hand. When the
seal contacts the base, tighten 3/4 turn more.

Check the tightness of the fan guards and


inspect the fan blades for cracks. Replace if
necessary.

SHUTOFF
VALVES

COMPRESSOR
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COOLANT
CONDITIONER
CARTIDGE

Change Main Oil Filter Elements


The filters should be changed every 250 hours
unless the DMS or service light indicates the filters are bypassing oil, in which case they
should be changed immediately.

250 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4D-5

1
6
COMPRESSOR
MAIN OIL FILTER

2
5
3

GROMMET

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7
4

CAUTION

Ensure the engine is shutdown and the


internal pressure relieved.

BASE

1. Unscrew the filter housing cap (1).


2. Remove the cap (1), spring (2) and washer
(3).

3. Quickly remove the two filters from the housing to prevent dirty oil from the elements from
dripping into the housing.
4. Note the order and orientation of the components, especially the connector (1) for assembly.

CAUTION

Be sure to inspect the inside of the filter


base to ensure that the element grommet
was removed at the time the lower element
was removed.
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SHOWN
WITH MANUAL INDICATOR

5. Replace the O ring and backup rings on the


cap and base.
6. Install two new elements, ensuring they are
joined with the plastic connector.
7. Install the washer, spring and cap.
8. Check the oil level and replenish if necessary.
9. Start the engine and inspect for leaks.

NOTE !
Only Schroeder elements are authorized for use
in the compressor system. Use of any other

brand must be authorized by the Driltech Engineering Department.

Clean Oil Return (Scavenge) Line Strainer


The oil line strainer should be cleaned every
250 hours or when oil is not visible in the sightglass.

CAUTION

Be sure the engine is shutdown and pressure relieved before proceeding.

Change or Sample Compressor Oil

NOTE !
The oil change interval depends on the type of
oil and whether or not oil analysis is being used.
See the Recommended Lubrication Viscosity
Chart in section 3 of this manual for details.
NOTE !
The oil should be warm when changed.

WARNING

Avoid touching hot oil or components these can cause burns.

1. Unthread the plug and remove the screen


from the housing.

CAUTION

Ensure the engine is shutdown and internal


pressure relieved.
Locate the drain valve and take an oil sample
for analysis. If required, change the oil.
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DRAIN VALVE

PLUG

245-7

PLUG

Changing the Oil

2. Wash the screen clean with a non-flammable solvent and dry with compressed air.

1. Locate the drain valve and drain the oil into a


suitable container.

3. Reinstall the strainer and plug.

2. If required, change the separator element.


Refer to the 500 hours Maintenance Check.
250 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4D-7

3. Close the drain valve and install the plug.


4

4. Refill the tank with oil of the type specified in


the Recommended Lubricant Viscosities table.
5. Start the engine and check for leaks.

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Change the Servo Replenishing Filter Elements


The filter elements should be changed after the
first 50 hours of operation and at each 250
hours thereafter, or as indicated by the dirt
alarm indicator.

3
1

3. Remove the element (2) together with grommet (3).


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SERVO
REPLENISHING
FILTERS

4. Thoroughly clean the element housing and


inspect the bypass mechanism (4) on the filter
base and O-ring (5) for damage. Replace if
necessary.
5. Install a new element and replace the element housing. Tighten the housing firmly but do
not overtighten.
6. Start the engine and inspect for leaks.

Clean Hydraulic Reservoir In-Line Air


Strainer

WARNING

Avoid skin contact with hot oil or components - burns will result.
1. Ensure the engine is stopped, and the
hydraulic tank pressure relieved.
2. Unthread the filter housing (1).

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CAUTION

The air line to the hydraulic tank may be


pressurized. Vent air pressure by opening
the air vent ball valve.
1. Shut down the engine and vent air pressure
by opening ball valve (1).

2. Remove strainer (2) from the air line.


3. Clean the strainer in a non-flammable solvent and dry with compressed air.
4. Replace the strainer.

2. Clean the contact area of breather/filter (4)


ensuring all traces of the old seal are removed.
Breather/Filter
4

Regulator
7

NOTE !
Ensure that the check valve assembly (5) has
been retained in the fitting and not removed with
the breather/filter assembly.

3. Apply a thin film of clean oil to the seal surface on the new breather/filter assembly.

Check
Valve
5

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Ball
Valve
(Vent)
1
Pressure
Relief
Valve
6
Water Trap
3

CAUTION

Do not overtighten the filter/breather


assembly.
4. Screw the new filter assembly onto the
check valve fitting by hand.

Check Hydraulic Tank Mounting Hardware

Air Strainer
2

Inspect the mounts at the four corners of the


tank for signs of cracks or movement and retorque the mounting bolts.

PUMP DRIVE GEARBOX


Clean the Water Trap Filter
1. Unscrew the water trap filter housing (3).
2. Remove the filter element.
3. Clean the element in a non-flammable solvent and dry with compressed air.
4. Replace the element and screw the housing
on hand tight.

Clean Breather
1. Remove the breather.
2. Clean in a non-flammable solvent and dry
with compressed air.
3. Install the breather.

Replace the Breather/Filter


1. Unscrew breather/filter assembly (4) and
discard.
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BREATHER

To adjust:
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1. Loosen 4 bolts (5).
2. Slide motor (6) away from pump (7) to
tighten the belts and then retighten bolts ().

PUMP
DRIVE

3. Replace belt drive guard (2).

WATER INJECTION PUMP

Check Belt Tension

WARNING

Ensure the keys are removed and the


machine has been tagged-out before
proceeding.
1. Undo the four bolts (1) and remove belt drive
guard (2).
2. Inspect the condition of drive belts. Replace
as a pair if cracked or frayed.
3. Measure the belt deflection using thumb
pressure (approximately 12 kg (25 lbs) midway
between the pulleys. Deflection should be 13 to
19 mm (1/2 to 3/4 inch).

6
5
BELT ADJUSTMENT

Change Oil

WARNING

Use caution and avoid touching hot oil or


components - these can cause burns.

NOTE !
The oil should be warm when changed.
1. Remove fill plug (1) and drain plug (2) and
allow the oil to drain into a suitable container.

2. Replace the drain plug.


3. Refill the compartment.
4. Replace fill plug (1).

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1
ROTARY
HEAD
MOTOR

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FILL/LEVEL
PLUG

ROTARY HEAD

FEED SYSTEM

Check Gearbox Oil Level


1. 1.With the mast raised, lower the rotary head
to access the fill plug.
2. 2.Remove the fill plug and inspect the oil
level. The correct oil level should be up to the
bottom of the plug.
3. 3.Add oil of the type specified in Section 3 of
this manual if necessary.
4. 4.Clean and replace the fill plug when finished.

Check Feed Chain Adjustment


With the mast lowered and the rotary head at
the top of its travel, check the sag of the chain
as shown.

Lubricate Feed Chain


1. Clean the chain with 30 psi compressed air
or with a brush. Do Not Pressure Wash or
Steam Clean the Feed Chains!

TABLE

ROTARY HEAD
3mm (1/8)

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FEED CHAIN
ADJUSTMENT

HOIST CHAIN
ADJUSTMENT

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2. Brush or spray a light penetrating oil (such


as WD-40) onto the chains to lubricate internal
surfaces of the chain and drive out water.
3. Brush SAE 40, or heavier, on all chain surfaces. to provide a barrier against dirt and
moisture, and prevent corrosion.

GROUSER

Inspect and Lubricate Chain Sprockets


Inspect all sprockets for wear and lubrication
even if an auto-lubrication system is used. The
lower sprockets are particularly susceptible to
wear because of the accumulation of drilling
dirt.

3. Where the track sags the most, measure the


distance between the top of the track grouser
and the bottom of the straight edge. When the
track is adjusted correctly, the distance should
be 40 to 55 mm (1-5/8 to 2-1/8 inches).

UPPER SPROCKETS

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Adjusting Track Tension

TRACK TIGHTENING
1. Clean the grease fitting (1) on the track
adjuster.

UNDERCARRIAGE
TRACK ADJUSTMENTS

Check Track Tension and Adjust if Necessary


1. Propel the machine backwards for a distance of 20 meters on level ground. Bring the
machine to a SLOW STOP and shutdown the
engine.
2. Place a straightedge, long enough to reach
from the idler to the upper roller, on top of the
track.

2. To tighten the track chain, pump grease into


the fitting until correct track tension is reached.
3. Propel the machine back and forth to equalize the pressure.
4. Check the track tension as described earlier.

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TRACK LOOSENING

3. Remove the level/fill plug. The oil should be


to the bottom of the fill plug opening.

WARNING

Grease may vent from the valve at high


pressure.
Never look at the valve to see if grease is
coming out of it - watch the idler and
track chain for movement.
Loosen the relief valve one turn only.
If the track does not loosen, close the
relief valve and contact your Caterpillar
dealer.

1. To slacken the chain, undo the relief valve


(2), NO MORE than one turn.
2. Tighten relief valve (2) to 34 Nm (25 ft lbs)
when the desired track tension is reached.
3. Propel the machine back and forth to equalize the pressure.
4. Check the track tension as described earlier.

4. Add oil, of the type specified in Recommended Lubricant Viscosity table, through the
level/fill opening if necessary.
5. Clean and replace the plug.
6. Repeat the procedure for the other final
drive.

CENTRAL LUBRICATION SYSTEM

Clean Water Trap Filter


1. Disassemble the filter and clean the parts in
a non-flammable solvent.
2. Dry with filtered compressed air and reassemble.

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Check Final Drive Gearbox Oil Level


Check the crawler final drive gearbox oil level
as follows:
1. Position the machine on a level surface.

WATER TRAP
FILTER

2. Position one of the final drives so that the


drain plug is at the bottom.

FILL/
LEVEL
PLUG

DRAIN PLUG

Check System Operation


Inspect all lubrication points serviced by the
central lubrication system to ensure that adequate lubricant is being delivered. Check the
following areas:
Undercarriage Pivot Points
Feed Chain Sprockets and Winch
Sheaves
Loader Pivots
Mast Lock Pivots

250 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4D-13

MISCELLANEOUS

Check Electrical Wiring


Visually inspect the electrical wiring for wear
particularly near areas of high heat.

Check Intake and Exhaust Systems


Visually inspect the intake and exhaust system
pipe connections.
Inspect the engine exhaust muffler for wear.

Check Dust Collector Hoses


Visually inspect the condition of the dust collector hoses. Replace as necessary.

Check Decals and Nameplates


Walk around the machine and check the condition of the safety and information decals. Refer
to the parts manual for decal locations and
ordering information.

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EVERY 500 HOURS OR


3 MONTHS

or electrical components can cause a


fire.

Disconnect the battery when changing


fuel filters.

ENGINE
Replace Primary Fuel Filter/Water Separator
Clean Engine Crankcase Breather

1. Stop the engine.

1. Loosen hose clamp (1).

2. Close the fuel supply line valve (if equipped).

2. Detach the hose from cover (3).


3. Loosen clamp (2) and remove cover (3).
4. Remove the breather element from cover (3)
and wash the element in clean, non-flammable
solvent and allow to dry. Inspect the seal for
cracks or damage.

3. Using a strap wrench, remove the filter


assembly.

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BASE

5. Apply clean petroleum jelly to rubber parts


and install the seal.
ELEMENT

6. Install the element in cover (3) and secure it


in place with clamp (2).
7. Attach the hose and secure with clamp (1).
Tighten the clamp to 4.5 Nm (40 in-lbs).
1

BOWL
DRAIN VALVE

4. Clean the filter base of any gasket material.

5. Unthread the bowl from the base of the element.

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6. Clean the bowl in clean fuel before installing


it onto the new element.
7. Thread the element onto the filter base until
until the element seal contacts the base.
Tighten the element 3/4 of a turn more.
8. Open the fuel supply line valve.

FUEL SYSTEM
9. Prime the fuel system. See the topic Priming the Fuel System.

WARNING

Fuel leaked or spilled onto hot surfaces


500 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4E-1

Priming the Fuel System

or the effects of overheating (discoloration or


strong odor).

Priming the fuel system fills the fuel filters and


removes air from the fuel system after the filters
have been changed. Refer to the Caterpillar
engine Operation and Maintenance manual if
the engine fuel supply has run dry.

NOTE !
The oil should be warm when changed.

!
1. Turn the priming pump plunger counterclockwise and pull out the plunger.
FUEL
PRIMING
PUMP
PLUNGER

WARNING

Use caution and avoid touching hot oil or


components - these can cause burns.

245-16

FILL PORT

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PUMP DRIVE
DIPSTICK

Take an oil sample for analysis.

2. Pump the plunger to fill the new filter element. Continue pumping until resistance is felt,
indicating that the filter is full.
3. Turn the pump handle knob clockwise to
lock the plunger.
4. Start the engine and check for fuel leaks.

1. While the unit is still warm, remove the drain


plug located at the base of the dipstick and
allow the oil to drain into a suitable container.
Examine the oil for contamination or metal particles.
2. Inspect and clean the drain plug.
3. Replace the drain plug.
4. Refill the housing through the fill port,
located on top of the housing, and replace the
fill plug. See the Recommended Lubricant Viscosities table. Check the oil level using the dipstick provided.

PUMP DRIVE GEARBOX

CAUTION

Change Oil
The oil should be changed at 500 hour intervals,
or whenever the oil shows traces of dirt, water,
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5. Overfilling the gearbox can cause overheating and damage will result.

6. Start the engine and inspect for leaks.


COVER
SCREWS

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Change Return Filter Elements


The filter elements should be changed after the
first 50 hours of operation and at each 500
hours thereafter, or as indicated by the DMS.

WARNING

Avoid skin contact with hot oil or components - burns will result.
1. Relieve the hydraulic tank pressure by opening the ball valve on the hydraulic tank.
1471-S
COVER
SCREWS

BALL VALVE

245-49

FILTER
ELEMENTS
ELEMENT
CONNECTOR

5. Install two new elements, ensuring they are


joined with the plastic element connector.
HYDRAULIC TANK

2. Slowly unthread the filter cover screws and


remove the spring loaded filter cover to expose
the elements.

6. Replace the O-ring on the cover and install


the cover.
7. Check the oil level and replenish if necessary.
8. Start the engine and inspect for leaks.

3. Quickly remove the elements from the housing and drain the oil into an appropriate container.
4. Inspect the housing for contaminents. Clean
the housings.

NOTE!
Only Schroeder elements are authorized for use
in the hydraulic system. Use of any other brand
must be authorized by the Driltech Engineering
Department.
500 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4E-3

ROTARY HEAD

2. Unscrew the fitting and remove the strainer


from the tank.

Change Gearbox Oil


1. with the mast raised and the rotary head
lowered to a working height, remove the two
drain plugs from the gearbox and allow the oil to
drain into a suitable container.

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DRAIN PLUGS

245-50

VALVE
HANDLE

STRAINER

PLUG

3. Clean the strainer with compressed air.


4. Replace the strainer and reconnect the
valve.
2. inspect, clean and replace the plugs.
3. Refill the gearbox through the fill/level port
with the type of oil specified in Section 3.

WINCH

Check Oil Level


245-45

FILL/LEVEL
PLUG

1. With the mast raised, check the oil level in


winch sight gauge provided. The oil level
should be visible at the bottom of the gauge.
2. If oil is needed, remove the sight gauge and
fill to the port opening with the type of lubricant
specified in Section 3.

4. Replace the fill/level plug. Operate the


rotary head and check for leaks.
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WATER INJECTION

Clean Suction Strainer


1. Drain the water tank by removing the drain
plug and opening the valve.
Page 4E-4

SIGHT
GAUGE

EVERY 1000 HOURS OR


6 MONTHS

DRAIN
VALVE

245-11

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Change Hydraulic Oil

NOTE !
The oil should be warm when changed.

WARNING

Avoid touching hot oil or components these can cause burns.

WARNING

6. Replace the return filter elements as


described in the 500 Hour Maintenance
Checks.
7. Close the drain valve.
8. Refill the tank with the hand pump provided
or the Wiggins quick fill port to the correct level.

Be sure that the engine is stopped, hydraulic


pressure relieved and the hydraulic tank air
pressure relieved before working on the
hydraulic tank.

9. Start the engine and check for leaks.

3. Take an oil sample for analysis.

COMPRESSOR

4. Relieve the hydraulic tank pressure by opening the ball valve on the tank as shown.

Re-Torque Compressor Mounts

HYDRAULIC TANK

BALL VALVE

Using a torque wrench, re-torque the compressor bolts. See the Recommended Torque Values table.

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5. Open the drain valve and drain the oil into a


suitable container.

MOUNTING
HARDWARE

1000 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4F-1

Change Air/Oil Separator Element


Refer to the 250 Hour Maintenance Checks for
oil sampling procedures.

1
2

Change the air/oil separator element when the


service indicator shows red.

3
4
5
6

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7

ELEMENT
INDICATOR

WARNING

Be sure that the engine is stopped and pressure relieved before working on the receiver
tank.
1. Ensure the engine is shut down and the
internal pressure relieved.
2. Remove the bolts (1) from cover (2).
3. Lift off the filter cover (2) and gasket (3).
Remove the nuts (4) and retaining plate (5).
4. Lift out the filter element (7) and wipe the
element seal and base areas clean.

NOTE!
Inspect the element for damage. Never install
damaged elements back into the compressor
system.

5. Install a new element (7) in place.


6. Install retaining plate (5) and nuts (4).
Torque to 6.9 kg/m (50 ft. lb.).
7. Inspect the condition of cover gasket (3).
Replace if damaged.
8. Replace cover (2) and torque bolts (1) to the
specifications listed in Section 1.

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WINCH

6. Refill the winch with the type of oil specified


in Section 3 to the bottom of the sight glass port.

Change Oil and Clean Breather

7. Remove the vent and clean it in a solvent.


Intall it when dry.

1. Unspool all but the final wrap of wire rope


from the drum.
2. Lower the mast to the horizontal position.

8. Install the winch on the mast and tighten the


mounting hardware to the torque values given in
Section 1.

3. Disconnect and plug the hoses to the winch


motor and the motor ports.
ROTARY HEAD

Replace Gearbox Breather

245-53

VENT

WINCH
MOTOR

1. With the mast raised, lower the rotary head


to access the breather.

BREATHER

245-51

4. Using a suitable lifting device, support the


winch. Remove the mouting hardware and
lower the winch.
5. Remove the sight glass and pour the oil into
a suitable container.
2. Remove the breather and replace with a
new breather.

245-19

SIGHT
GAUGE

1000 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4F-3

Page 4F-4

EVERY 2000 HOURS OR


1 YEAR
COOLING SYSTEM
245-52
Change Coolant

WARNING

Steam can burn. Allow coolant to cool


before draining. Remove the radiator filler
cap slowly to relieve pressure.

RADIATOR DRAIN
VALVE

1. Loosen the radiator filler cap slowly to


release pressure before removing the cap.

FILLER
CAP

CAUTION

Cooling System Conditioner contains alkali.


Avoid contact with skin and eyes to prevent
personal injury.
4. Replace the coolant conditioner cartridge
with a precharge cartridges (refer to 250 Maintenance Checks for more information on
replacing these cartridges).

SHUTOFF
VALVES

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2. Open the drain valve underneath the radiator. Allow the coolant to drain into a suitable
container.

COOLANT
CONDITIONER
CARTRIDGE

3. Close the radiator drain valve.

CAUTION

Add coolant only when the engine is


stopped and the radiator filler cap is cool
enough to touch with your bare hand.
2000 Hour Maintenance Checks - Page 4G-1

5. Fill the system with a solution of approved


water and antifreeze. See Refill Capacities for
amount of solution needed.

FILL/LEVEL
PLUG

NOTE!
Add solution slowly at 20 litres (5 U.S. gallons)
or less per minute to avoid air locks.
6. Start the engine with the radiator filler cap
off. Operate the engine until the thermostat
opens and coolant level stabilizes. Fill the cooling system to the bottom of fill tube. Install the
radiator filler cap.

DRAIN
PLUG

1. Position the final drive so that oil drain plug


is positioned at the bottom.
2. Remove fill/level plug and take an oil sample
for analysis.

Re-Torque Cooler Mounts


Check the torque of the cooler mounting hardware. See Recommended Torque Values.

3. Remove the drain plug. Allow the oil to drain


into a suitable container.
4. Clean the plugs and inspect the O-rings.
Replace the drain plug.
5. Refill the final drive with oil of the type specified in the Recommended Lubricant Viscosities chart.

245-52

CAUTION

Allow time for the oil to flow through the


gears and ensure that the entire quantity of
oil specified for each compartment is added.
Do not operate the machine with low final
drive oil - final drive failure will result.
RADIATOR MOUNTS

6. Replace the fill/level plug.


UNDERCARRIAGE

7. Completely remove oil spilled onto surfaces.

Change Crawler Final Drive Oil

8. Start the machine and allow the machine to


propel in both directions. Position the drives to
recheck the oil levels. Check for leaks after one
hour of operation.

NOTE !
The oil should be warm when changed.

WARNING

Use caution and avoid touching hot oil or


components - these can cause burns.
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SECTION 5
MACHINE STORAGE
GENERAL
If this machine is to be removed from service for
an extended period of time, the following procedures should be used when removing the
machine from service and placing the machine
back into service to ensure proper operation of
the machine at all times.

SHORT TERM STORAGE


General
Short term storage for the machine is 30 days or
less.
Preparation for Short Term Storage
Perform the following steps to prepare the
machine proper for short term storage:
1. Clean the entire machine.
2. Touch up painted surfaces as necessary,
after proper preparation and priming.
3. Lubricate all grease points on the machine.
NOTE !
Step 4 is unnecessary if the machine is stored
in a building and the air will be dry for the duration of storage.
4. With all hydraulic cylinders fully retracted,
coat the exposed portions of the cylinder piston
rods with multipurpose grease.
5. Contact the engine manufacturer for engine
storage procedures.
6. Clean and lubricate the feed chain or cables.

Removal from Short Term Storage


1. Lubricate all points equipped with grease fittings.
2. Remove preservative grease, if applicable,
from the cylinder piston rods and other surfaces
where applied.
3. Check the oil levels in each gear housing.
Add oil as necessary as specified in Section
4. Check the oil level in the hydraulic reservoir.
Add oil of the proper type, as specified in Section 3.
5. Install the battery if it was removed, fully
charged.
6. Contact the engine manufacturer for procedures on removing the engine from storage.
7. Make a thorough visual inspection of the
entire machine before operating it for the first
time following storage. Check, especially, for
damaged or deteriorated hydraulic hoses.

LONG TERM STORAGE


General
Long term storage for the machine proper is for
periods longer than 30 days.
Preparation for Long Term Storage
To prepare the machine proper for long term
storage, proceed as follows:
1. Clean the entire machine thoroughly.
2. Inspect for loose or missing attaching hardware throughout the machine. Tighten or
replace as necessary.
3. Inspect all painted surfaces for rust, bare
Machine Storage - Page 5-1

metal chipping, or other defects. Prepare,


prime, and repaint as necessary.

Removal From Long Term Storage

4. Liberally lubricate all points equipped with


grease fittings.

1. Clean the entire machine thoroughly. Then


inspect the machine thoroughly, paying particular attention to hydraulic hoses, tubes, and fittings.

5. Drain all gear cases and clean the magnetic


plugs and breathers. Replace the drain plugs
and refill each housing and case with the oil
type specified in Section 3.

2. Lubricate all points equipped with grease fittings.

6. Contact the engine manufacturer for engine


storage procedures.

3. Check the oil levels in the gear housings


including the winch and crawler final drive. Add
oil as required of the types specified in Section
3.

7. Clean the battery compartment using a soda


and water solution, if necessary, to remove corrosion. Wrap the cable terminals with waterproof tape, after cleaning.

4. Drain the hydraulic reservoir down to the


proper level.

8. Run the engine until the hydraulic oil is


warm. Then drain the hydraulic system completely.
9. Replace the hydraulic filter elements.
10. Refill the hydraulic reservoir to the prescribed level with the proper oil type.
11. Operate all hydraulic functions to distribute
the new oil throughout the systems.
12. Apply a suitable preservative grease to
exposed portions of hydraulic cylinder piston
rods, control valve spools, and other exposed
unpainted surfaces.
13. When the machine is parked in the spot it is
to be stored in, fill the hydraulic reservoir to the
top with hydraulic oil.

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5. Remove the preservative grease from the


cylinder rod pistons and other machined surfaces, if applicable.

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