Operating Manual and Spare Parts List

Pressure accumulators on hydraulic hammers −

Design and maintenance

Pt.Id.No. 3390 5025 01 2007−11−06

Pressure accumulators on Atlas Copco
hydraulic hammers
Design and maintenance

E Atlas Copco Construction Tools GmbH

Atlas Copco Construction Tools GmbH

P. O. Box: 102152, D  45021 Essen

Helenenstrasse 149, D  45143 Essen

Federal Republic of Germany

Telephone: +49 201 633  0

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Explanation of the symbols used in this operating manual

Certain instructions in the operating manual are marked with symbols to emphasise
their importance.

The symbols used are described below:

The marked text provides instructions on the cor

Note rect use of the pressure accumulator aimed at
avoiding incorrect operation or errors during work.

The marked text provides safety regula

CAUTION! tions and instructions aimed at avoiding
damage to equipment.

The marked text provides safety regula

DANGER! tions and instructions aimed at avoiding
accidents and possible injuries.

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 Table of contents
1 What are hydraulic pressure accumulators and what do they do? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.1 Accumulator design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.2 Function of the pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Safety regulations for pressure accumulators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1 Statutory regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.2 Accident prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4 Characteristic data and use of pressure accumulators on Atlas Copco
hydraulic tools from the MB and HB series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.1 Pressure accumulator specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5 List of individual pressure accumulators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5.1 Pressure accumulator 0.25 litres (integrated design) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5.1.1 Presentation pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5.1.2 Spare parts list pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5.1.3 Tools required for dismantling and assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.1.4 Dismantling the pressure accumulator (integrated design) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.1.5 Checking and cleaning parts prior to assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.1.6 Assembling the pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.2 Pressure accumulator 0.9 litres (flange design) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
5.2.1 Presentation pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
5.2.2 Spare parts list pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
5.2.3 Spare parts list maintenance kit for pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.2.4 Tools required for dismantling and assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.2.5 Dismantling the pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.2.6 Checking and cleaning parts prior to assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.2.7 Assembling the pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.3 Pressure accumulator 1.5 litres (flange design, 16hole) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.3.1 Presentation pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.3.2 Spare parts list pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.3.3 Tightening regulations for anti−fatigue bolts on high−pressure accumulators . . . . . . . . . 14
5.3.4 Spare parts list maintenance kit pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.3.5 Tools required for dismantling and assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.3.6 Dismantling the pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.3.7 Checking and cleaning parts prior to assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.3.8 Assembling the pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6. Assembling pressure accumulators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6.1 Cleaning the individual parts of pressure accumulators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6.2 Checking individual pressure accumulator parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6.2.1 Visual check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
7. Presentation − Accumulator Filling Device and Nitrogen Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7.1 Spare Parts List for Accumulator Filling Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
8. Filling the pressure accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8.1 Filling pressures (gas pretensioning) for pressure accumulators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8.2 Filling procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8.3 Filling the highpressure accumulator: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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1 What are hydraulic pressure accumulators and what do
they do?
1.1 Accumulator design
All hydraulic accumulators used on Atlas Copco
hydraulic tools are of diaphragm design, i.e. the
available accumulation chamber is split into two by a
rubber diaphragm. The upper chamber (above the
1.2 Function of the pressure accumulator
There are two main reasons for using hydraulic
accumulators in hydraulic systems: to smooth the
flow of oil from the hydraulic pump(s) and thus com
pensate for any fluctuations in delivery; and to cover
shortterm peak requirements on the system which
2 Safety regulations for pressure accumulators
2.1 Statutory regulations
As the name suggests, pressure accumulators are
pressurized vessels.
As safety−relevant components, pressure accu
mulators are subject to special safety regulati
ons.
In Germany, these regulations are set out in the 14th
"GPSGV − Druckgeräteverordnung" (Pressure Ves
sel Regulation) and in other rules and regulations
such as the "Technische Regeln zur Druckbehälter
verordnung − Druckbehälter − (TRB)" (Technical Ru
les pursuant to the Pressure Vessel Ordinance).
diaphragm) is filled with precompressed nitrogen
(N2), and the lower chamber is connected to the
operating medium for the hydraulic hammer.
no pump is capable of meeting. The latter require
ment occurs when the hydraulic power is used to
generate extremely quick movements, as is the case
with hydraulic hammers.
Diese Vorschriften haben in Deutschland Gesetzes
kraft und sind bindend für Hersteller und Anwender.
Work on pressure accumulators may only be carried
out by authorized personnel.
For use outside Germany, the national laws and re
gulations valid in the country of use must be obser
ved.
For these reasons we urgently advise that work on
pressure accumulators should be carried out by staff
from Atlas Copco Customer Service Centers or our
authorized distributors. These employees have re
ceived thorough instruction and are authorized to
perform such work.
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2.2 Accident prevention
Special care and attention is required when
using or servicing pressure accumulators.
In order to avoid accidents or damage, please
observe the following warnings.
DANGER!
H Opening pressure accumulators by force, e.g. by
sawing them open etc., is strictly forbidden, since
they may still contain compressed nitrogen.
Risk of accident!
H Under no circumstances should accumulators be
subjected to external heat, e.g. flame or electric
welders, since this could change the shape or
modify the joints of the component in question,
thus rendering it unusable for pressure accumula
tors.
Risk of accident!
H The only gas which may be used for filling accu
mulators is nitrogen (N2). The use of other
gases, such as compressed air or hydrogen,
could result in an explosion.
Risk of accident!
H The use of nonAtlas Copco accumulators or
repair parts is strictly forbidden. The original parts
meet the requirements of the 14th "GPSGV −
Druckgeräteverordnung" (Pressure Vessel Regu
lation). If this quality standard is not met, the
pressure accumulator may no longer be safe to
use.
Risk of accident!
H When using pressure accumulators classified by
German regulations as Group III, prototype
tested pressurerelief valves are installed in the
relevant hydraulic system as a protective
measure. Under no circumstances may these
valves be replaced by different models, regard
less of how similar they may appear.
H Pressure accumulators classified as Group II are
protected by nonprototypetested pressurerelief
valves. Here again, their replacement by valves
of a different make is forbidden.
In both cases, replacement represents an
infringement of statutory safety regulations.
Risk of accident!
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3 Warranty
The pressure accumulators used are diaphragm
accumulators.
The diaphragms in the accumulators are not cov
ered by the terms of the warranty. These are wear
parts which will be subject to normal wear and tear
when the hydraulic tool is used.
Depending on accumulator model, it may be possible
to replace worn or defective diaphragms.

4 Characteristic data and use of pressure accumulators on

Atlas Copco hydraulic tools from the MB and HB series
The table in section 4.1 provides an overview of
accumulator specifications and lists the Atlas Copco
hydraulic tools on which they are used.
Terms used in table:
Group: Classification of pressure accumulator ac
cording to Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC,
Appendix II.
Design: integrated design means that the lower
accumulator shell is integrated in the tool itself (basic
body)
Design: flange design means the pressure accu
mulator is flangemounted on the tool
Filling pressure pGas: prescribed gas pressure (oil
side depressurised)
Operating pressure: max. permissible operating
pressure for pressure accumulator (oil side). (does
not always match the equivalent of the max. per
missible operating pressure of the relevant tool)

4.1 Pressure accumulator specifications

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(litres) sure pGas pressure in section
Group (bar) (bar)
0,25 integrated
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Group II design
0,9 flange 230
60 MB 1700, HB 2200, HB 2500 5.2
Group III design KKK
1,5 flange 230 MB 1600, HB 3000, HB 4200
60 5.3
Group III design KKK HB 5800, HB 7000, HB 10000

KKK Accumulators marked with N" on the upper

shell can be serviced with max. operation
pressure of 230 bars.

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5 List of individual pressure accumulators
To keep accumulator types in context, in the follo General information which is applicable to various
wing sections all information on areas such as de different types, such as parts checking and filling the
sign, parts, dismantling and assembly is restricted to pressure accumulator, is dealt with in separate sec
the accumulator type in question. tions due to the similarity of the information.
5.1 Pressure accumulator 0.25 litres (integrated design)
5.1.1 Presentation pressure accumulator

Line marking to be
made for tightening

After pretightening, lines marked

on parts 7 and 8 must align

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4 2

5.1.2 Spare parts list pressure accumulator

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1 3360 3302 68 1 Diaphragm −
2 3360 3322 59 1 Filler screw −
3 3360 3144 60 1 Oring −
4 3361 3350 25 1 Protective cap −
7 3360 3302 64 1 Cap (with parts 2 + 4) 2000"200 Nm
8 − − Basic body * −
K Basic body, e.g. lower handle part to accom−
modate diaphragm and cap
(in the following referred to only as basic body)

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5.1.3 Tools required for dismantling and assembly
In general, the following tools and materials are
required:
 size 2 Phillips screwdriver
 5 kg sledgehammer
 thread paste
 Vaseline or Parker OLube
5.1.4 Dismantling the pressure accumulator (integrated design)
Depressurise tool (oil side) and disconnect from
hydraulic supply.
H remove protective cap (part 4) and unscrew filler
screw (part 2) slowly using the screwdriver to
bleed off any remaining gas.
H remove filler screw (part 2) and Oring (part 3).
To remove cap (part 7), clamp basic body in a
5.1.5 Checking and cleaning parts prior to assembly
It is important to check that all accumulator compo
nents are in perfect condition prior to assembly.
5.1.6 Assembling the pressure accumulator
To ensure the safety of the unit, use only genu
ine Atlas Copco spares.
In order to fit the cap onto the basic body, clamp the
latter in a vice (or similar) with protective jaws with
the threaded opening facing upwards.
H apply a light coating of HSC thread paste to the
threads on the basic body and cap
H coat any metal surfaces on the basic body or cap
which come into contact with the diaphragm with
Vaseline or Parker OLube
H insert new diaphragm (aluminium button must be
facing basic body). See diagram in section 5.1.1.
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Following additional tools required for 0.25 ltr. accu
mulator:
 face spanner, part ident. no. 3361 3310 91
 size 50 slugging ring spanner, part ident. no.
3361 0314 67
 torque wrench to 500 Nm
vice (or similar) with protective jaws with cap
facing upwards
H place face spanner on cap (part 7), ensuring that
it fits perfectly
H release cap (part 7) using slugging ring spanner
and sledgehammer, then screw out by hand
H remove diaphragm (part 1)
These checks are necessary to ensure the safety of
the unit and are described in detail in section 6.1 ff.
H screw in cap by hand without filler screw
H using face spanner (part ident. no. 3361 3310 91)
handtighten cap until contact is made
H using face spanner and slugging ring spanner
tighten to 2.000 " 200 Nm.
To this end, scratch a joint line on the upper face
of the cap and basic body using a scriber. The
required tightening torque is then achieved by
turning the cap by a further 67 mm.
H insert new Oring (part 3), screw new filler screw
(part 2) loosely into cap
Fill pressure accumulator as described in section 8.
5.2 Pressure accumulator 0.9 litres (flange design)

5.2.1 Presentation pressure accumulator

10 2
3
4
11
8

Backup ring

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1
6
9
5

5.2.2 Spare parts list pressure accumulator

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3362 2616 47 1 Diaphragm incl. backup ring *
(Nm)
−
2 3360 3322 59 1 Filler screw −
3 3360 3144 60 1 Oring −
4 3361 3350 25 1 Protective cap −
5 3361 0319 12 1 Oring −
6 3361 8505 29 1 Backup ring −
7 3360 1060 71 18 Hexagonal socket head screw 175+/− 10
8 3363 0704 84 1 Upper shell with part 7 −
9 3363 0834 80 1 Lower shell −
10 3363 0704 90 6 Hex. screw ** 350 + 10
11 3361 3337 03 6 Washer ** −
K Diaphragm incl. backup ring always supplied KK Parts required to fix pressure accumulator to
together and must always be replaced together mounting

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5.2.3 Spare parts list maintenance kit for pressure accumulator

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Quantity
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1 3362 2616 47
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3 3360 3144 60
4 3361 3350 25
5 3361 0319 12
6 3361 8505 29
Designation Tightening torque
(Nm)
Maintenance kit for pressure accumu
1 −
lator 0,9 litres with part 1 to 6
1 Diaphragm incl. backup ring * −
1 Filler screw −
1 Oring −
1 Protective cap −
1 Oring −
1 Backup ring −

5.2.4 Tools required for dismantling and assembly

In general, the following tools and materials are Following additional tools required for 0.9 ltr. accu
required: mulator:
 size 2 Phillips screwdriver
 thread paste  size 12 hexagonal socket screwdriver
 Vaseline or Parker OLube  torque wrench to 500 Nm with size 12 insert

5.2.5 Dismantling the pressure accumulator

Depressurise tool (oil side) and disconnect from
hydraulic supply.
H remove protective cap (part 4) and unscrew filler
screw (part 2) slowly using the screwdriver to
bleed off any remaining gas.
H remove filler screw (part 2) and Oring (part 3).
Clamp pressure accumulator in a vice (or similar)
with protective jaws with lower shell facing
upwards
H use size 12 hexagonal socket screwdriver to
unscrew all 18 hexagonal socket head screws
H separate upper shell from lower shell
H remove diaphragm with backup ring

5.2.6 Checking and cleaning parts prior to assembly

It is important to check that all accumulator compo These checks are necessary to ensure the safety of
nents are in perfect condition prior to assembly. the unit and are described in detail in section 6.1 ff.

5.2.7 Assembling the pressure accumulator

To ensure the safety of the unit, use only genu
ine Atlas Copco spares.
H coat metal surfaces on the upper and lower shells
which come into contact with the diaphragm with
Vaseline or Parker OLube
H insert new diaphragm incl. backup ring (part 1) in
lower shell, ensuring it is the right way round. See
diagram in section 5.2.1.
H position upper shell without filler screw on lower
shell and preassemble using two opposite hex
agonal socket head screws (part 7)
H clamp in a vice with protective jaws, insert
remaining hexagonal socket head screws and
pretighten to a torque of 50 Nm
H finishtighten hexagonal socket head screws in
opposing pairs using torque wrench to prescribed
tightening torque of 175 ± 10 Nm
H insert new Oring (part 3), screw new filler screw
(part 2) loosely into filler adapter
Fill pressure accumulator as described in section 8.

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5.3 Pressure accumulator 1.5 litres (flange design, 16hole)

5.3.1 Presentation pressure accumulator

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10 3 8

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backup ring
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5.3.2 Spare parts list pressure accumulator

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2 3360 3322 59 1 Filler screw −
3 3360 3144 60 1 Oring −
4 3361 3350 25 1 Protective cap −
5 3360 3143 64 1 Oring −
6 3360 3280 46 1 Backup ring −
7 3363 0704 91 16 Hexagonal socket head screw 240+20
8 3363 0704 88 1 Upper shell −
9 3363 0704 89 1 Lower shell −
10 3361 8515 91 4 Expansion bolt ** see section 5.3.3
3361 8515 93 up to SN....
11 4 Washer ** see section 5.3.3
3363 0922 53 from SN.... on
K Diaphragm incl. backup ring always supplied KK Parts required to fix pressure accumulator to
together and must always be replaced together. mounting

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5.3.3 Tightening regulations for anti−fatigue bolts on high−pressure accumulators
KK HB 1700/DP, HB 2200 DP, HB 2500 DP
Tightening torque 350 Nm
KK HB3000/DP (to SN2083),HB 4200/DP
(to SN1556),
HB 5800/DP (to SN48), HB 7000/DP
(to SN168)
1. Treat the threads and thread inserts for the
reduced−shaft bolts with an anti−seize agent.
2. Degrease and dry the surfaces between the
bolt heads, the washers, and the cover for the
high pressure storage vessel.
3. Pretighten the reduced−shaft bolts to 50 Nm,
proceeding in a crosswise fashion,
4. then tighten each bolt through 30° in a cross−
wise fashion,
5. finally tighten each bolt again through 60° in a
crosswise fashion.
KK HB3000/DP (from SN2084),HB 4200/DP
(from SN1557),
HB 5800/DP (from SN49), HB 7000/DP
(from SN169)
1. Treat the threads and HeliCoil thread inserts
for the reduced−shaft bolts with an anti−seize
agent.
2. Treat the surfaces between the bolt head,
washer, and high−pressure accumulator cover
with anti−seize.
3. Place on the high−pressure accumulator, and
tighten the anti−fatigue bolts by hand in cross−
wise fashion.
4. Pretighten the reduced−shaft bolts to 100 Nm,
proceeding in a crosswise fashion,
5. then tighten each bolt through 30° in a cross−
wise fashion,
6. finally tighten each bolt again through 60° in a
crosswise fashion.
KK Tightening regulations for anti−fatigue bolts on
high−pressure accumulators HB 10000
1. Treat the threads and thread inserts for the redu
ced−shaft bolts with an anti−seize agent.
2. Degrease and dry the surfaces between the bolt
heads, the washers, and the cover for the high
pressure storage vessel.
3. Pretighten the reduced−shaft bolts to 120 Nm,
proceeding in a crosswise fashion,
4. then tighten each bolt through 30° in a crosswise
fashion,
5. finally tighten each bolt again through 60° in a
crosswise fashion.

Spare parts list maintenance kit pressure accumulator

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Maintenance kit for pressure
− 3363 0898 50 1 accumulator 1,5 litres with −
part 1 to 6
1 3361 3290 22 1 Diaphragm incl. backup ring* −
2 3360 3322 59 1 Filler screw −
3 3360 3144 60 1 Oring −
4 3361 3350 25 1 Protective cap −
5 3360 3143 64 1 Oring −
6 3360 3280 46 1 Backup ring −
K Diaphragm incl. backup ring always supplied
together and must always be replaced together.

5.3.5 Tools required for dismantling and assembly

In general, the following tools and materials are Following additional tools required for 1.5 ltr. accu
required: mulator:
 size 2 Phillips screwdriver
− thread paste  size 12 hexagonal socket screwdriver
 Vaseline or Parker OLube  torque wrench to 500 Nm with size 12 insert

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5.3.6 Dismantling the pressure accumulator
Depressurise tool (oil side) and disconnect from
hydraulic supply.
H remove protective cap (part 4) and unscrew filler
screw (part 2) slowly using the screwdriver to
bleed off any remaining gas.
H remove filler screw (part 2) and Oring (part 3).
5.3.7 Checking and cleaning parts prior to assembly
It is important to check that all accumulator compo
nents are in perfect condition prior to assembly.
5.3.8 Assembling the pressure accumulator
To ensure the safety of the unit, use only genu
ine Atlas Copco spares.
H coat metal surfaces on the upper and lower shells
which come into contact with the diaphragm with
Vaseline or Parker OLube
H insert new diaphragm incl. backup ring (part 1) in
lower shell, ensuring it is the right way round. See
diagram in section 5.3.1.
H position upper shell without filler screw on lower
shell and preassemble using two opposite hex
agonal socket head screws (part 7)
Clamp pressure accumulator in a vice (or similar)
with protective jaws with lower shell facing
upwards
H use size 12 hexagonal socket screwdriver to
unscrew all 16 hexagonal socket head screws
H separate upper shell from lower shell
H remove diaphragm with backup ring
These checks are necessary to ensure the safety of
the unit and are described in detail in section 6.1 ff.
H clamp in a vice with protective jaws, insert
remaining hexagonal socket head screws and
pretighten to a torque of 50 Nm
H finishtighten hexagonal socket head screws in
opposing pairs using torque wrench to prescribed
tightening torque of 240 + 20 Nm.
H insert new Oring (part 3), screw new filler screw
(part 2) loosely into filler adapter
Fill pressure accumulator as described in section 8.
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6. Assembling pressure accumulators
The simplest way of "repairing" a pressure accumu
lator is to change it for a new or replacement unit.
Pressure accumulators of integrated and flange
design can, however, also be repaired outside of
Atlas Copco’s workshops.
In the majority of cases, a malfunction in the pres
sure accumulator can be traced to a defect in the
fitted diaphragm. In order to replace the diaphragm
with a new one, it is first necessary to open the pres
sure accumulator as described in section 5.
Prior to reassembly, all accumulatorrelated parts
must be subjected to stringent tests.

6.1 Cleaning the individual parts of pressure accumulators

Both parts which have been removed from pressure
accumulators and new replacement parts must be
cleaned thoroughly before reassembling the accu
mulator using noncorrosive washing fluids which
effectively remove any dirt particles, grease and
preservation agents adhering to the parts.
After washing, the parts must be blowdried using
dry compressed air and then kept in a clean place
for assembly.

6.2 Checking individual pressure accumulator parts

Before reusing pressure accumulator parts during even when using new and genuine Atlas Copco
repair work, these parts must be subject to a thor replacement parts.
ough visual check, which should also be carried out

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6.2.1 Visual check
This applies to parts such as: caps, upper shells, these parts should be replaced.
lower shells, basic bodies on integrateddesign accu Connecting screws between upper and lower shells
mulators, and screws/bolts. are made from special materials and no other quality
Once all parts have been thoroughly cleaned, the is suitable for replacement, i.e. always use genuine
visual check can be performed, looking out in par Atlas Copc spares.
ticular for corrosion damage, traces of wear, external
Cracks/fractures
damage and cracks.
Parts with fractures or cracks which are visible to the
Corrosion damage naked eye must under no circumstances be reused
Light corrosion can be smoothed off using a fine and must be replaced by genuine Atlas Copc spare
emery cloth (grain 600) in areas such as flange parts.
faces, thread flanks and inner support contours for
the diaphragm. If corrosion damage goes deeper
and cannot be smoothed off, the part in question
DANGER!
must be replaced by a genuine Atlas Copc spare
part.

Wear
Can be smoothed off using a fine emery cloth (grain Component s with fractures or hairline cracks
600). must not be reused.

External damage Atlas Copco Construction Tools would be grateful for

Look particularly for damage to filler adapters and the return of such parts to allow products to be moni
grooves for sealing elements. If there is any doubt, tored closely.

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7. Presentation − Accumulator Filling Device and Nitrogen
Cylinder

3 2

7.1 Spare Parts List for Accumulator Filling Device

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1 accumulator filling device 3360 9204 15

2 adapter 3361 3298 89

3 Phillips driver head 3361 3298 90

4 nitrogen cylinder 2 litres 3363 0345 04

4 nitrogen cylinder 5 litres 3363 0345 06

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8. Filling the pressure accumulator
8.1 Filling pressures (gas pretensioning) for pressure accumulators
The table below lists the prescribed gas pretension series
ing for each unit size and the appropriate hammer

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50 60 60
(bar)
MB 1600
HB 3000
MB 1700
HB 4200
Hammer model MB 800 HB 2200
HB 5800
HB 2500
HB 7000
HB 10000

8.2 Filling procedure

The accumulator filling device (part ident. no. 3360
9204 15) with accessories is needed to fill the pres
sure accumulator.
From the available or supplied tool box you will
require:
nitrogen cylinder with pressurerelief fitting
When filling the pressure accumulator, please
observe the diagram below and follow the instruc
tions provided step by step.

Preparations:
1. Connect pressurerelief fitting (part 8) to nitrogen
cylinder. Screw nipple (part 16) of accumulator
filling device onto pressurerelief fitting.
2. Slide filling device (part 9) onto filler adapter (part
14) of upper shell and screw tight.
(Please note: lefthand thread). To this end the
filler adapter must be in lower position and the
socket spanner (part 11) in upper position.
3. Attach connecting hose (part 12) to pressure
relief fitting and filling device.
4. Close bleed valve (part 10) on filling device.
5. Close check valve (part 13) on pressurerelief
fitting.
6. Using socket spanner, screw out filler screw as
far as it will go.

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8.3 Filling the highpressure accumulator:
7. Open gas cylinder valve slowly.
8. Open check valve (part 13) on pressurerelief
fitting slowly until required pressure can be
read on the pressure gauge (part 15) of the
filling device.
9. Once required pressure has been attained,
close check valve (part 13).
10. Wait for temperature in accumulator to balance.
11. If pressure gauge reading is now too high,
reduce pressure using bleed valve.
12. If reading is too low, top up gas pressure.
13. If accumulator pressure reading is correct,
tighten filler screw firmly using socket spanner.
14. Close gas cylinder valve.
15. Depressurise connecting hose using bleed valve
and remove filling device.
16. Close accumulator filler adapter with cap.

11 Socket spanner 13 Check valve 8 Pressurerelief fitting

cylinder valve
10 Bleed valve

16 Nipple

9 Filling device nitrogen cylinder

14 Filler adapter
with filler screw 15 High pressure gauge
on accumulator

12 Connecting hose

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Index
A P
H Accident prevention, 7 H Presentation − Accumulator Filling Device and Ni
trogen Cylinder, 18
H Accumulator design, 6
H Presentation pressure accumulator, 9 , 11 , 13
H Assembling pressure accumulators, 16
H Pressure accumulator 0.25 litres (integrated de
H Assembling the pressure accumulator, 10 , 12 , sign), 9
15
H Pressure accumulator 0.9 litres (flange design),
11
C
H Pressure accumulator 1.5 litres (flange design,
H Characteristic data and use of pressure accumu 16−hole), 13
lators on Atlas Copco hydraulic tools from the MB
and HB series, 8 H Pressure accumulator specifications, 8

H Checking and cleaning parts prior to assembly, 10

, 12 , 15
S
H Safety regulations for pressure accumulators, 6
H Checking individual pressure accumulator parts,
16 H Spare Parts List for Accumulator Filling Device,
18
H Cleaning the individual parts of pressure accumu
lators, 16 H Spare parts list maintenance kit pressure accumu
lator, 14
D H Spare parts list pressure accumulator, 9 , 11 , 13
H Dismantling the pressure accumulator, 12 , 15 H Statutory regulations, 6
H Dismantling the pressure accumulator (integrated H Symbole, 4
design), 10

T
F
H Tools required for dismantling and assembly, 10 ,
H Filling pressures (gas pretensioning) for pressure
accumulators, 19 12 , 14

H Filling procedure, 19
V
H Filling the high−pressure accumulator:, 20
H Visual check, 17
H Filling the pressure accumulator, 19

H Function of the pressure accumulator, 6 W

H Warranty, 8
L
H What are hydraulic pressure accumulators and
H List of individual pressure accumulators, 9 what do they do?, 6

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Federal Republic of Germany
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