Operator's Instructions for

Diamond Core Drill

DIAMEC® U6 APC

Printed Matter No 6991 1200 01c

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 Operator's Instructions for
Diamond Core Drill

DIAMEC® U6 APC
These instructions are intended for operators of the Atlas Copco diamond core drill
DIAMEC® U6 APC.
Instructions are given for start and stop procedures, drilling, additional instructions,
maintenance, and service schedule to be carried out by the operator. For further
information concerning service measures for the drill rig, please contact your
nearest Atlas Copco representative.

Read carefully the INTRODUCTION- AND OPERATING SAFETY sections before

starting to use the rig.

All rights reserved.

The owner of the equipment is granted the permission to take copies of this
publication solely for internal use.
It is recommended, however, to order additional copies from Atlas Copco
representative in order to benefit from the latest revision.
Atlas Copco Craelius AB reserves the right to make changes in its products in order
to improve design or performance characteristics without notice.
The information in this publication is assumed to be accurate at the time of
publication, but is subject to changes in order to remedy detected deficiencies or to
follow changes in the product.
Any user of this publication is requested to inform Atlas Copco Craelius AB about
deficiencies found, particularly in matters concerning product safety.

ATLAS COPCO CRAELIUS AB

MÄRSTA - SWEDEN 2004-08

Printed Matter No 6991 1200 01c

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Contents
Page Page

Introduction ........................................................ 5 Maintenance ...................................................... 34

Operating safety ................................................ 6
Organizational measures ................................... 6
Operation and maintenace ................................ 7
Underground hazards ........................................ 8
Special safety device ........................................ 10
Following signs are used ................................ 10
Supply of electrical power to the drill ............ 11
Environmental instructions........................... 12
Operation, maintenance and disposal............ 12
General ............................................................... 13
Hoisting and transport .................................. 14
Hoisting drill unit and power unit ................... 14
Transportation of drill unit and power unit.... 15
Technical specifications................................. 16
Dimensions and weights, Drill unit ............... 16
APC System setup ........................................... 47
Dimensions and weights, Power units........... 17
General............................................................... 34
Cleaning the hydraulic system ........................ 34
Oil cooler, water type ....................................... 34
Oil cooler, air type..............................................34
Hydraulic oil filters ........................................... 35
Changing hydraulic oil .................................... 36
Periodic maintenance....................................... 37
Lubricant recommendations ........................... 40
Daily safety check ............................................. 41
Rotation unit oil level ....................................... 42
Replacing sleeve and jaw holder in
the chuck............................................................ 43
Changing guide bushing in the
rotation head ..................................................... 44
Changing rod holder jaws and rod holder
guide bushings.................................................. 45
Adjusting slide shoes on the cradle ............... 46

Characteristics .................................................. 18
Feed frame ....................................................... 18
Rotation units .................................................... 18
Rod holder ......................................................... 19
Power units ...................................................... 20

Optional equipment and accessories......... 21

Mast extension.................................................. 21
Wireline hoists .................................................. 21
Hose kits ............................................................ 22
Turn table........................................................... 22
Hydraulic support jacks.................................... 22
Flush pumps...................................................... 22

Design features ................................................ 23

Drill module....................................................... 23
Power unit ......................................................... 23
Control panel..................................................... 23

Manoeuvring ..................................................... 24
Pre-start procedure .......................................... 24
Start-up Electric power unit ............................ 25
Start-up Diesel power unit .............................. 26
Stopping Diesel power pack ........................... 27

Setting up for drilling .................................... 28

Setting up ......................................................... 28
Standard positioner ......................................... 29
Displacement of feed frame ............................ 30
Moving the feed frame..................................... 30
Underground set up ......................................... 31
Underground set up with hydraulic
support jacks ..................................................... 32
Setting up using casing clamp .........................33
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Introduction
This instruction book is part of the complete The information is divided into the
delivery of your new diamond core drill DIAMEC® following chapters
U6 APC. It offers basic information on features and
Section 1: Operating safety
handling of the unit and contains advice and
measures necessary to keep the rig operational. It Section 2: General and technical
does not, though, replace thorough training of specification.
operator, helpers and service support. Section 3: Operation
It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure Section 4 Maintenance
that all personnel assigned to this DIAMEC® U6
APC unit, -before carring out any kind of work,-
have the the skill necessary for the safe operation,
service and maintenance of the unit. Personnel
must have been given adequate time to assimilate
the information in this book. One copy of the
manual should be kept available for reference on
the rig at all times.
Following additional information available,
relevant for operation of the DIAMEC® U6 APC drill
rig.

Equipment Printed Matter No.

Operator’s manual 6991 1200 01
Spare parts list 6991 1204 50

Order from: Atlas Copco Craelius AB

S-195 82 Märsta
Sweden
Fax: +46 (8) 591 187 82

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Operating safety
Dear operator,
Before putting your new equipment into use, we
would like to direct your attention to the safety
aspects. Drilling can be a hazard to you and to
the environment. Good order, training and well
maintained equipment are the key factors to safe
operation. This instruction book is no
replacement for thorough training, but will, as a
training aid and a reference book, help you
maintain a safe working environment and keep
the rig in good operational condition.
Yours faithfully;
Atlas Copco Craelius AB
Fig.1 Read the instruction book carefully before
starting up the drill rig.
Intended use
1.3 Always use personal protective equipment,
The diamond core drill DIAMEC® U6 APC is
as required by circumstances or
intended for underground exploration and
demanded by regulations.
investigation drilling, as well for drilling grouting
holes. 1.4 If, during operation of the unit, any
Any use going beyond this shall be considered abnormal action in the safety or
"not intended use". The manufacturer is then not operational systems is observed; the unit
liable for damage incurred as a result. should be stopped and the problem be
investigated and rectified.
Unintentional use shall be at the owner's risk.
Proper use also includes observing information 1.5 Warning signs must be kept easily legible
in operation-, service-, and maintenance books at all times. Damaged signs should be
as stipulated by the manufacturer. replaced immediately.
The DIAMEC® U6 APC should be run, serviced
1.6 The daily safety check, as described in this
and repaired by personnel properly trained for
instruction, must be carried out in addition
their task. These personnel must have sound
to maintenance measures described in the
knowledge about hazards in their respective
Periodic maintenance section (Page ?).
profession.
General safety regulations must be observed. 1.7 Hydraulic and electrical systems are of a
Personnel should be aware of dangers resulting complex nature - and can cause injury or
from abuse of drugs and alcohols as well as damage if not handled with care. Repair
effects of medicines legally prescribed, or and service shall be carried out by
personnel with documented experience for
mixture of any of them. The manufacturer is not
these systems.
liable for any damage caused by unauthorized
alterations made to the unit. 1.8 Welding repairs should only be carried out
by an authorized welder in order to meet
1.0 Organizational measures: the high standards that apply to Atlas
Copco products. Special attention must be
1.1 The diamond core drill DIAMEC® U6 APC given to components which could cause
shall be operated only by personnel who injury or serious damage.
have undergone theoretical and practical
training on the rig. Particular emphasis 1.9 After repair make sure that the rig has
shall be laid on safety precautions. been inspected and approved by the
proper authorities before being brought
1.2 Keep this instruction book as well as the back to normal operation.
other books listed in chapter "Separate
Instruction Books" available on the rig
at all times.

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Operating safety
1.10 Never make alterations or modifications to
components of the unit, particularly to the
safety systems, which might result in
hazardous consequences. The
manufacturer’s approval should be
requested for any modification done to the
unit.

2.0 Operation and maintenance.

2.1 In addition to this manual you should also
have a good knowledge of generally
recognized safety and accident prevention
regulations. If you follow the regulations
you stand a better chance of
accomplishing your task without harm to
either man or equipment.

2.2 Prior to starting up for the first time,

familiarise yourself with the rig's features,
its controls and their functions. Refer to
"Controls, Manoeuvring and Setting up for
drilling" pages for further information.
2.3 Various safety devices are built into the
system of the rig for your personal safety.
These devices must be checked at least
once at the beginning of each shift to
ensure that they are in full working order.
The equipment should not be used unless
safety checks and maintenance have been
carried out according to the schedule.
2.4 Operators and helpers should wear
helmets, (with ear protectors when called
for), safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves
and suitable clothing. Loose fitting clothing
and jewellery can become caught in the
moving parts of the machinery, causing
serious injury or even death.
2.5 Check the surroundings. During drilling
and tramming no unauthorized person
should be allowed near the rig. Ask a
supervisor for assistance when moving the
rig into dangerous positions such as close
to the edge of a quarry bench. Make sure
the visibility is good. Don't drive the rig
into a dust cloud. Check the travel route if
you are unsure of the safety of the ground.
2.6 Set control levers and switches to the
neutral positions prior to starting up,
otherwise the rig could start
uncontrollably. Some of the levers are
spring-loaded so that the operation will
stop once released.
Fig. 2.4 Always use appropriate protection
when drilling or doing service work.
This is part of the safety system. Never
lock these levers into operating position
using strings, sticks or similar items. The
unit should always be started from the
control panel. On Crawler mounted rig, the
operator should ride on the rig during
tramming. Any attempt to move the rig
while walking beside it could result in
injury.
2.7 Avoid sharp turns when tramming on
inclined ground. Take extreme care when
moving on wet, slippery ground. Secure
the rig with a suitable wire rope when
operating on slopes in excess of 10° from
horizontal.
2.8 Shut the rig down for refuelling. Fuels
must be handled with care, at a safe
distance from fire, sparks or electrical
systems. Smoking is not allowed within 10
metres of the fuel ! Do not fill the tank in
an enclosed space without ensuring
adequate ventilation. Fumes are
poisonous. Dispose of spilled fuel in
accordance with safety and environmental
regulations (Use absorbents or dig out the
contaminated soil and transport it to an
approved storage). Do not overfill the fuel
tank.

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Operating safety
If you top up the tank in the morning,
expansion of the fuel, as the temperature
increases later in the day. may cause fuel
to spill from the tank. Tank breathers clog
easily if the level of fuel is too high.

2.9 Never leave the rig unattended with the

engine running. Carry the ignition key with
you.

2.10 Use extreme caution while handling starter

batteries. Wear gloves and protective
glasses when servicing batteries. The
batteries contain strong acid which can
seriously burn eyes, skin and damage GENUINE PARTS
cloth, insulation and metal. First aid in
case of acid in the eyes: wash with plenty
of clean water and seek medical help.
Disconnect the earth cable from the Fig. 2.16 Use only genuine Atlas Copco parts.
battery before carrying out service in
the electrical system.

The battery gas is explosive! Never use
matches when checking the acid level.
Be careful using iron tools near the battery,
a spark might set off an explosion. Read
battery manufacturer’s manual for further
information.
2.11 Hydraulic oils are poisonous. Use eye
protection and gloves. Hydraulic oils, like
fuel, must be treated in compliance with
safety and environmental regulations.
2.12 Before any repair or service is carried out
on the rig's hydraulic or water systems,
make sure the engine is stopped and
systems are depressurized.
2.13 Be very careful while tracing leaks in the
pressurized systems. Hydraulic oils, water
or air under pressure could penetrate
under the skin and cause complicated
injuries or infection. If this happens, see a
doctor at once.
2.14 Dispose of engine oils, hydraulic oils,
fuels, filters and acids in a safe manner
according to environmental protection
regulations.
2.15 Avoid the use of cleaning agents
containing solvents like carbon
tetrachloride. There are environmentally
better alternatives now available on the
market.
2.16 Use only authorized parts (Atlas
Copco parts). Any damage or
malfunction caused by the use of
unauthorized parts is not covered by
warranty.
2.17 Any warranty for work performed,
only covers Atlas Copco Products,
Atlas Copco components and work
performed by authorised personnel.
3.0 Underground hazards
In a modern community a number of utilities are
buried, such as electrical cables, natural gas
lines, water lines, sewer lines, pipes for industrial
chemicals, liquids or gases, storage tanks, fibre
optic and standard communication lines.
These installations can be hazardous and must
be located and identified before drilling.
Striking a utility can cause personal injury from
explosion, electrocution, fire, exposure to
hazardous materials or exposure to laser light.
(Light used in fibre optic cables can cause
permanent vision damage. Don't look into the
end of a optic fibre cable.
You are personally responsible for any injury or
material damage caused by drilling if you
haven't taken proper precautionary measures.
You should understand the local regulations on
excavating and trenching. Responsibility should
be defined; client, proprietor, contractor, operator
or third person. The responsible party should
call in a competent person who will identify and

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Operating safety
eliminate the jobsite hazards. This will include Regard the drillsite as a danger zone. Always
notifying all utility companies who have wear safety garments. Use electrically insulating
underground services in the area. The boots and gloves when installing anchors. Check
companies must locate and mark their manufacturers recommendations for the use of
installations, minimum 10 meters each side of safety equipment; replace damaged items.
the planned bore path. For additional security
Anchors should never be connected to live
inspect the area in order to localize any
power lines. Don't touch pins on signal clamps.
neglected installation.
Expose lines by hand digging.
Check for signs which might indicate buried
utilities. Induced current is dangerous. Even if the drill
Look for meters for gas, oil, water etc. Manholes, string isn't in contact with a cable, electrical
junction boxes and light poles indicate some currents may flow through it.
kind of underground lines. Use a metal detector Keep a safe distance from overhead power lines.
when you suspect the presence of unmarked
tanks or barrels containing contaminated waste. Don't spray fluids near or on electric power line.
Changes in colour and level of the ground Hoses on the rig (hydraulic-, air- water- etc.) can
indicate previously dug threnches. conduct electricity if the tool strikes an electrical
cable.
Use correct safety equipment relevant to the
conditions encountered. If you strike an electrical line, indicated by power
failure anywhere near the job area, smoke,
Prior to drilling near an identified installation which explosion, arcing electricity, or if warning device
can constitute a danger, expose the object along alerts;
the bore path by careful hand digging. Monitor the
progress and carefully guide the bore around the a. Don't step off grid mat. If you stand on the
dangerous object maintaining a safe distance. ground, stay put and don't touch any
Electrical cables and gas lines should be shut equipment.
down during drilling. After drilling is completed,
b. Alert people in the area, order them to stay
these installations should be tested before
out of the immediate area and not to touch
operation. any of your equipment.
Electricity does not follow the path of least
resistance. It follows all paths to some degree, c. If the strike occurred during drilling, retract
to ground. The drill string is an excellent downhole tool. Don't attempt to break any
rod connection. Don't add or remove any
conductor which will conduct electric current to
drill rods.
the drill rig and anything in contact with it.
People have been injured or killed by severe d. Ask your supervisor to contact the utility
shock from drilling into power cables. company in order to switch off the system.
The level of injury depends on the current
flowing through the body. Voltage is not
necessarily a measure of the danger. Accidents
have occurred in installations with a voltage as
low as 25 -30 volts. 30 % of the electrocution in
the industry has been in connection with 240 -
400 V. systems.
Small amounts of current through the body
cause dangerous shock. If the path runs through
the chest and heart, very low currents can cause
severe injury or death. (Less than 0.05 A can
cause painful shock and respiratory paralysis.
0,15 A can cause ventricular fibrillation, probable
death and 0,2 A can cause severe burns, internal
bleeding and death. The electric current flowing
through a normal household bulb is around 0,5
A !!!)

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Operating safety
4.0 Special safety device
On the rig and in the manuals you will come
across the following warning signs. DANGER
4.1 This sign warns for immediate
hazards,which, when ignored, will Fig. 4.1
inevitably cause serious personal injury or
death!

4.2 This sign warns for hazards or unsafe

practices which, when ignored, could lead
WARNING
to serious personal injury or death
Fig. 4.2
4.3 This sign indicates hazards or unsafe
practice, which could lead to minor
personal injury or damage to equipment.

4.4 The machine is working automatically,

always make sure no unauthorized
CAUTION
persons are within the working area of the
drill rig in use. Fig. 4.3
4.5 This sign is used for recommendations
such as how to run the unit efficiently,
economically and in compliance with IMPORTANT !
environmental regulations.
Fig. 4.5
Fig. 4.4

5.0 Following signs are used on

your DIAMEC® U6 APC
Description and where the sign is located:

5.1 Lifting points. This sign is located where

the sling is recommended to be attached.
Location: Each corner of the feed frame,
and power unit.
Fig. 5.1 Fig. 5.2
5.2 Ear protectors. Ear protectors should
always be worn.

5.3 Risk of crush. Be aware of the risk from

crushing.

5.4 Diesel fill. Location: On the diesel power

unit. Fig. 5.3 Fig. 5.4

5.5 ATTENTION Before starting, oil must be

filled according to:
Lubricant Recommendations

5.6 Drain water cooler. When there is a risk

of freezing, especially during storage of
Fig. 5.5 Fig. 5.6
the unit.

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Operating safety
6.0 Supply of electrical power to
the drill (electric drills)
Electric power is supplied to the drill by a cable
that connects the starter panel on the drill to a
mine disconnect panel mounted on the mine CAUTION!
wall. This cable is called the trailing cable and is
connected to the mine disconnect panel by a
plug. The trailing cable and mine disconnect It is recommended that the drill operator
panel are typically not supplied by Atlas Copco. checks that the mine disconnect panel is
equipped with a ground fault/ground check
The trailing cable is vulnerable to mechanical system. If the mine does not supply this type
damage and should be protected by a ground of disconnect panel, such a panel can be
fault and a ground check system located in the obtained through Atlas Copco.
mine disconnect panel. The ground fault (GF)
check system checks for an imbalance of current
in the phases in the trailing cable (and the
connected electric motor) which would indicate
a leakage to ground. The ground continuity
check system checks that the ground conductor
WARNING!
in the trailing cable is connected from the mine
disconnect panel through the trailing cable to The ground fault protection system located in
the motor starter panel. The U6 motor starter the mine disconnect panel (and for CE marked
panel is available with a Zener diode that is part drills in motor starter panel), trips at
of the ground continuity check system in the approximately 0.3 amp which is too high to
mine disconnect panel. provide personnel protection. The driller and
helper should always use suitable electrically
insulating boots when operating an electrically
powered drill.

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Environmental Instructions
Dear operator, Chemicals
Atlas Copco Craelius AB recognizes the Dispose of chemicals such as drilling additives,
importance of environmental issues. As part of other additives, glycol etc. according to the
our committment to a better environment, we manufacturer’s instructions. Avoid the use of
want to inform you, the customer, of how you cleaning agents containing solvents like carbon
can minimize the effect on the environment tetrachloride. There are environmentally better
when using an Atlas Copco Craelius product. alternatives now available on the market.
These simple but important instructions will help Follow national regulations regarding handling
to preserve the environment. and disposal of wastes.
Metals (steel, aluminum, etc.)
These products are recyclable and should be
1.0 Operation, maintenance and
taken care of according to national regulations.
disposal
Plastics and rubber
Oil
These products are often labeled according to
Leaks of hydraulic and lubrication oils pose an different classes. In those cases they are
environmental threat. Changing lubricating and recyclable and should be taken care of according
hydraulic oils, hydraulic hoses and hydraulic to national regulations.
filter elements also pose a threat to the
Electrical components (cables, electronics, etc)
environment.
Used components should be taken care of
Collect all oil spills and waste (e.g. oil filter according to national regulations.
elements) contaminated with oil. Dispose of
according to national regulations.
Use biologically decomposable hydraulic oils
and lubricating oils for Atlas Copco products
wherever possible. Contact your nearest Atlas
Copco office for more information.
Engine
Engine emissions are toxic and pose an
environmental threat. Always provide for fresh
air when an engine is running. Well-maintained
air filters help keep emissions at a low level.
Fuel (Petrol/Gas, Diesel)
Fuel spillage poses an environmental threat.
Collect all wastes and fuel spillage and dispose
of according to national regulations.
Grease
Lubricating grease poses a threat to the
environment. Collect all wastes and spillage and
dispose of according to national regulations.
Batteries
Batteries contain acids and heavy metals. Used
batteries can therefore pose a threat to the
environment and to your health. Avoid all
contact with acids and dispose of used batteries
according to national regulations. See also the
“Operating safety” chapter for further
information.
Dust
Rock dust can pose a health danger. Use dust
binding oil.

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General
Fig. 1 DIAMEC® U6 APC is an all-hydraulic operated diamond core drill.
DIAMEC® U6 APC is an all-hydraulic operated
diamond core drill with Automatic Performance
Control APC.
Once the APC control system has received all
necessary drilling parameters from the driller,
the APC takes over supervision. The APC
maintains a preset penetration rate within certain
limits of bit force and torque. When required by
hole conditions, the APC system instantly adjusts
penetration rate to suit the conditions and if
necessary, stops feeding.
Of course the rig can still be operated manually
without the APC function.
The DIAMEC® U6 APC means the latest and
highest technology in all-hydraulic drill rigs. All
the driller has to do is load and unload the drill
rod and then step on a footpedal to instruct the
APC to take over the rod handling.
The DIAMEC® U6 APC can be delivered skid or
crawlermounted for underground as well as for
surface jobs, . It can be equipped with two
different feed lengths and two different sizes of
rotation units to suit rod size and drilling
applications.
Power from either Electrical or Diesel power
units, engineered for peak performance.
The DIAMEC® U6 APC can be equipped with a
wide range of optional equipment for every job
specified.
Recommendations
To achieve the best results with regard to:
- high penetration
- optimal core recovery
- and low drilling costs
it is of primary importance that drill rods, core
barrels and coring bits are of the right type and
quality, matched to the rock drill and to the
prevailing rock conditions.
Bearing in mind the core drill’s speed of rotation,
its rating and chuck diameter, DIAMEC® U6 APC
is best suited to drill holes 46 - 96 mm in
diameter (A - H) using both conventional as well
as wire line rods.
The spindle bore diameter is 78 mm in the
N-size rotation unit and 101 mm in the optional
H-size rotation unit.
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Hoisting and transport
1.1 Hoisting the power units
1 Positioning a sling or similar lifting device
through the holes (See Fig.1.1).

1.2 Hoisting the drill unit

1. Position the feed frame and rotation unit
as shown in Fig. 1.2. This will obtain the
best possible point of balance and centre
of gravity.

2. Tie the skid and feed frame togther with a

section of the backstay legs.

3. Position a sling around both telescopic

tubes at each end of the feed frame. Fig. 1.1
Ensure that the feed frame clamps are
tightened on both tubes.

DANGER
– The sling must be dimensioned for lifting 2
tons (Power unit) respectively 4 tons (Drill
unit) to provide a safety margin.

– Never use a damaged rope/sling.

– Always make sure that nobody is under or

anywhere near, a suspended load or within
the swing radius of the rope/sling.

Fig. 1.2 Hoisting the drill unit

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Hoisting and transport
2.1 Transportation of power unit
If transporting with fork lift or other vehicle (Fig.
2.1) always secure the power unit to the vehicle.

When equipped with a towing package

Max. towing speed: 5 km/h (3 mph).
At worksite, always wedge of the power unit
wheels to prevent unexpected movement.

2.2 Transportation of drill unit

1. See hoisting the drill unit page 12.

2. If transporting with fork truck or other Fig. 2.1

vehicle (Fig. 2.2) always secure the drill unit
to the vehicle.

DANGER
– The sling must be dimensioned for lifting 2
tons (Power unit) respectively 4 tons (Drill
unit) to provide a safety margin.

– Never use a damaged rope/sling.

– Always make sure that nobody is under or

anywhere near, a suspended load or within Fig. 2.2
the swing radius of the rope/sling.

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Technical specifications
A
H
B

C E

F
D
G

Fig. 1.1 Drill unit, 1800 mm feed

Fig. 1.2 Drill frame, 850 mm feed

1.0 Drill units

Dimensions Weights
Feed version 850 1800 Feed version 850 1800

mm in mm in kg lb kg lb

A 2440 96.0 3440 135.4 1500 3310 1580 3490

B 2100 82.7 3100 122.0
C 1230 48.4
D 2700 106.3
E 1470 57.9
F 850 33.5
G 950 37.4
H 440 17.3

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Technical specifications

A C

Fig. 2.1 Power unit Electrical

A C

Fig. 2.2 Power unit Diesel

2.0 Power units

Dimensions Weights
Power unit version Electric Diesel Feed version Electrical Diesel

mm in mm in kg lb kg lb

A 1845 73 2000 79 1000 2200 980 2160

B 1250 49 1030 41
C 790 31 810 32

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Characteristics
1.1 Feed frame Capacities

Stroke
standard . . . . . . . . . . . 1800 mm Drill rod size Approx. drilling
optional . . . . . . . . . . . . 850 mm depth
A Wireline 960 m 3150 ft
(Std) . . . . (Deep Hole)
B 750 m 2460 ft
Maximum pull . . . . . . . 65 kN . . . . . . . . . 85 kN N 570 m 1870 ft
Maximum push . . . . . . 65 kN . . . . . . . . . 85 kN H 390 m 1280 ft
Fast travel speed . . . . 1 m/sec . . . 0,8 m/sec**.
The above capacity values only serve as a
** 850 mm feed
guideline, and refer to vertical, downward
drilling in homogeneus rock.

1.2 Rotation units

1000 A-N Rot Head
1.2.1 Rotation unit – N size
900
Rod size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A – N
Spindle inner diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 mm
800

Choice of 2 rotation motor

sizes: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A – B & B – N drilling 700

Spindle speed . . . . . . . . . Adjustable from panel

Axial holding force: 600

Adjustable from . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 – 100 kN T (60cc)

T Nm

500
T (80cc)

Standard rotation unit

400
Rod size: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A – B drilling
Rotation motor size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 cc 300

Speed range: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 – 1800 rpm

200
Max. torque: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 700 Nm

Hi torque version 100

Rod size: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B – N drilling 0

0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000
Rotation motor size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 cc n (rpm)

Speed range: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 – 1600 rpm

Max. torque: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 940 Nm

Fig.1.2.1 Speed / Torque diagram (N-Size)

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Characteristics
1.2.2 Rotation unit – H size
Rod sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B – H
Spindle inner diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 mm 2500 B-H Rot Head
Choice of 2 speed ranges:
1400 rpm and 1200 rpm (Hi torque version)
Spindle speed . . . . . . . . . Adjustable from panel
2000
Axial holding force:
Adjustable from . . . . . . . . . . . 100 – 150 kN

Standard
1500

Speed range: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 – 1400 rpm

T Nm
T (110 cc)
Max. torque: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1300 Nm T (160 cc)

High torque setting 1000

Speed range: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 – 1200 rpm

Max. torque: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1890 Nm
500

0
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600
n (rpm)

Fig.1.2.2 Speed / Torque diagram (H-Size)

1.3 Rod holder

The rod holder is hydraulically operated, and
closed by gas pressure. In case of loss of
hydraulic pressure, the rod holder closes
instantly. The gas pressure can be conveniently
monitored.
Max. rod size: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 mm
Bore (without jaws) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 mm
Bore (without covers) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 mm
Axial holding force: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 kN
Axial holding force (TC insert jaws). . . . . . 90 kN

Fig. 1.3 Hydraulically operated Rod holder

(shown with optional key hole wall
bracket)

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Characteristics

1.4 Power units

Power units with variable hydraulic pumps and
independent hydraulic circuits for rotation and
feed thrust. Prepared for auxiliary, hydraulically
driven flush pump.
Complete with hydraulic tank, filters, oil cooler
and starter panel.

1.4.1 Electric
Asynchronous electric motor
Motor rating. . . . . . . . . . 55 kW at 1450 rpm
Motor rating. . . . . . . . . . 75 kW at 1450 rpm
Maximum operating pressure
- main pump. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 bar Fig.1.4.1 Electrical Power Unit 55 kW
- service pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 bar
55 kW 75 kW
Maximum flow
- main pump. . . . . . . . 147 l/min 205 l/min Sound noise level
- service pump at 50 Hz . . . . . . 58 l/min*
- service pump at 60 Hz . . . . . . 58 l/min*
Drill unit with diesel power unit
* limited by set screw
Sound power emission . . . . . . . . . 100 dB (A)
1.4.2 Diesel power unit - 110 DT Sound pressure level at the
Powered by a Deutz turbo diesel Operator’s position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 dB (A)

Motor rating . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 kW at 2150 rpm Drill unit with electric power unit
Max operating pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound power emission . . . . . . . . . . . 99 dB (A)
- main pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 bar
- service pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 bar Sound pressure level at the
Max flow Operator’s position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 dB (A)
- main pump. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 l/min
- service pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 l/min

Fig.1.4.3 Hydraulic double pump

Fig.1.4.2 Diesel Power Unit 110 DT
1. Main pump
2. Service pump

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Optional Equipment and Accessories
1.0 Mast extension
2 1
A telescopic mast extension (1) is mounted at 3
the top of the feed frame. With the standard
telescopic mast extension tubes, the total length
of the feed frame and mast extension can be
4
varied from 3.5 - 4.5 metres. With the optional
5 m mast extension tubes, the total length can
be increased to 7.5 m. The rod pulley (2) and
top pulley (3) are mounted on the extension
tubes.
To brace the mast, 3 metre aluminium tubes (4,
Ø 49 mm) can be used.

1.1 Wireline hoist, 425 m Fig.1.0 DIAMEC® U6 APC equipped with mast
and hoist.
Mounted on the positioner underneath the feed
1. Telescopic mast extension
frame. The hoist is operated from the control
2. Rod pulley
panel.
3. Top pulley
Data 4. Stay (Aluminium tube, Ø 49 mm
5. Wire line hoist
Capacity . . . . . . . . . 425 m of 4.75 mm wire rope
Pull min. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3900 N (Full drum)
max. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8100 N (empty drum)

Hoisting speed
min. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1 m/s (empty drum)
max. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 m/s (full drum)
Weight (without wire). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 kg

1.2 Wire line hoist, 1000 m with

level wind Fig.1.1 Wire line hoist, 425 m

Mounted on the positioner arm and has

adjustable lewelwind angle. Does not need to be
moved when changing drilling angle.

Data
Capacity . . . . . . . . 1000 m of 4.75 mm wire rope
Pull min. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4000 N (full drum)
max. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10000 N (empty drum)

Hoisting speed
min. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.7 m/s (empty drum)
max. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2 m/s (full drum)
Weight (without wire). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 kg Fig.1.2 Wire line hoist, 1000 m

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Optional Equipment and Accessories
1.3 Hose kits
Extra long for connecting between the drill
module and the power unit. Available in
10 m length.

1.4 Test instruments

For testing and adjusting operations of the
hydraulic system.

1.5 Turntable Fig. 1.4 Test instrument kit

By using the turntable, the drilling unit can be
swung 360° horizontally in relation to the skid
frame.

1.6 Hydraulic bracing device

This equipment comprises two hydraulic
cylinders with spikes (for assembly on the upper
part of the feed frame) and two screws with foot
pads (for attachment to the lower part of the
feed). The device is particularly suitable for use
in narrow tunnels and drifts. It allows simple
anchoring of the feed frame between the floor
and roof/wall of the gallery, drift of tunnel. The
two cylinders are operated by a control valve.
Fig. 1.6 Hydraulic bracing device

1.7 Flush pumps

The TRIDO® flush pumps are matched to suit the
drilling operations that may be carried out with
the DIAMEC® U6 APC.
Hydraulic powered TRIDO® 80 and 140 are
available.

Data TRIDO® 80 TRIDO® 140

max. flow 75 l/min. 140 l/min.
max. pressure 48 bar 70 bar

Fig. 1.7 TRIDO® flush pump operated with

an hydraulic motor.

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DIAMEC® U6 Design Features

10
11 18

1 19
20
Fig.1.1 Drill module
22
21

2
Fig.1.3 Control panel

1.3 Control panel

18. Touchscreen
9
19. Adjustment knob
20. Emergency stop
8 21. Stand- height adjustable
5 22. Joystick

1.1 Drill module

1. Feed frame 1.3 Electrical Power Unit
2. Rotation unit 12. Starter panel
3. Rod holder 13. Hydraulic oil tank
4. Wall bracket 14. Electric motor
5. Positioner 15. Main pump
6. Control valves 16. Service pump
13
7. Skid
8. Backstay legs
9. Wireline hoist
10. Top pulley
11. Rod pulley
12

15,16

14

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Manoeuvering
1.0 Pre-start procedure
1. Connect all hoses between the drill
module and power unit and tighten all
hose connections properly.
2. Check hydraulic oil level in the oil tank.
Refill if oil level is too low Fig. 1.2.
Fig.
3. Connect cooling water to the hydraulic oil
cooler, see Fig. 1.1.
4. Before starting motor, carry out
instructions given in Periodic Maintenance
pages.
DANGER
Special care and attention should be paid to
damaged or worn components, which could
cause structural fatique, cracks or even
fracture in materials or welded joints.
Fig. 1.2.
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2
1 4
3 5
1.1 Connection of cooling water for
hydraulic oil cooler
1. Flush water pump
2. To water control system on Drill
module
3. Collector vessel for flush water
4. Oil cooler
5. Water supply to the drill site
IMPORTANT
The water hose leading to the oil cooler
should be cleaned once a week or more if
neccessary and equipped with a strainer. The
water pressure should not exceed 10 bar.
Always make sure that the water passing
through the oil cooler is as clean as possible.
Dirty or contaminated water will result in
rapid internal layering and blockage inside the
cooler which can cause overheating of the
hydraulic system.
Hydraulic oil tank
1. Level indicator & Temp gauge
Maneuvering
2.0 Start-up Electric power unit 8 9 10 11
16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1. Check that the emergency stop buttons (on
the control panel and power unit are not
depressed.
2. Press the reset button (9) and turn the main
switch (15) to ( I ), the control lamp (2)
should now light up.
3. Press the S1 (10) button on the starter box.
NOTE, Make sure the second stage of the
electric motor engages automatically (can
be heard). If the motor does not start and
the control lamp (5 ) lights up, this
indicates that the phase sequence is
incorrect.
4. Check that the emergency stop devices (on
the control panel, power unit and drill
module) are working before drilling. 17 15 12 13 14
Commence by stopping the motor from
each safety stop device. Fig. 2.0 Startbox for Electric power unit 55 kW
5. Check that there are no signs of oil leakage 1. Emergency stop button
from threaded joints, hose connections or 2. White control light , Power on
fittings. 3. Yellow control light, Motor temperature
high warning (130 C)
Stopping
4. Red control light, Motor temperature
1. Stop the power unit by pressing stop protection tripped (155 C)
button S2 (11). 5. Red control light, Wrong phase, motor
2. When leaving the machine, or when trying to turn in wrong direction
servicing, always switch-off the main 6. Red control light, Oil level low
circuit switch (15) to O position, Fig. 3.0. 7. Red control light, Oil temperature high
8. Red control light, Emergency stop released
9. Alarm Reset button, black
When Control lamp lights come on: 10. S1 Motor start button, green
Light 2 Main switch turned on 11. S2 Motor stop button, red
Light 3 Motor winding temperature has reached 12. Diode test button, ground continuity check
130°C, reduce power draw. (optional)
Light 4 Motor winding temperature has reached 13. Crawler illumination lights switch
155°C, motor shut off. Let motor cool down
14. Crawler signal horn button , black
before restarting.
15. Main switch
Light 5 Wrong phase sequence. Change phases (call
for authorized electrician). 16. Handle for circuit breaker/low voltage
Light 6 Oil level low - light will remain on until alarm section
reset button (9) pushed. 17. Lock handle for high voltage section. The
Light 7 Oil temperature too high >70°C door cannot be opened if the main switch
Light 8 Emergency stop activated - light will remain
(15) is in position (I)
on until alarm reset button (9) pushed.

CAUTION!
If the electric motor has been disconnected and reconnected to the starter panel, the direction
of rotation must be checked the first time the motor is started (automatic phase protection
may not prevent wrong rotation direction). If the rotation is wrong, the hydraulic pumps will
be destroyed. The connections must be changed by an authorized electrician.

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Maneuvering
4.0 Start-up Diesel power pack 110DT
Before starting the diesel engine, certain checks
IMPORTANT
and measures must be carried out to prevent
accidents, unnecessary stops or breakdown.
When starting up in cold weather, (below +
Some of these measures must be carried out 5°C), run engine at 1000 rpm until the engine
regularly as a part of the preventive maintenance temperature is about +10°C.
schedule.

Pre-Start
A1 A2
Check that all controls are in neutral position.
Check that the emergency stop buttons (on
the control panel and power unit are not
depressed.

4.1 Check the oil level in the diesel engine, (A1,

fig. 4.0) and fill when necessary. (A2, fig.
4.0). Oil viscosity and quality according to
engine manufacturer manual.

4.2 Check cooler fluid level (B1, fig. 4.2) Fig. 4.1. Check level /A1). Fill when required (A2)

Cooling liquid level, at

4.3 Check the engine air intake filter. Clean or
ambient temperature,
replace cartridge. (X, Fig. 4.3) should be above the
“COLD” mark.
4.4 Check oil level in hydraulic oil tank (C1, fig. Add coolant if control
lamp or sight glass
4.4 ) Add when required.
indicate low level.

• Remove cap
B1
• Add coolant to the rim
C2
• Close the cap

C1 Fig. 4.2. Level of cooler liquid

C3

Fig. 4.3. Engine air intake filter. Remove coarse particles

daily at (X).
Fig. 4.4. Check hyd. oil level
C1: Gauge: Temperature and level
C2: Hyd. oil filters
C3: Filler cap

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Maneuvering

4.5 Check fuel lever (Indicator P3, fig. 4.5).

H4 H3 H2 H6 H1 S4
Top up before beginning of each shift.

4.6 Activate master circuit switch Q1 (fig.

4.5). Press and turn in clockwise
direction. S1

4.7 Turn the starter key to position I (S1, fig. H5 H7 H8 H9 H10 H11
4.5) and press button (S4, fig. 4.5. All
control lamps H0 to H10 should light
S3 S2
up.
P3 P2
Start
P1
1 Move speed control lever Q2 to 1/2 speed
position. Push button S4 (Safety system
over-ride). Push the starter key (S1, fig
4.5) and turn it against the spring
pressure in clock-wise direction. Release S5
the key as soon as the engine fires. x2

2 Check that none of the indicator lamps (

H0 - H10) is lit when the engine is
running. If any lamp remains on, switch Q2
off the engine, investigate and remedy
Q1
3 Adjust the engine speed to about 1500
rpm.

4 Check the oil temperature on the

combined temperature and level indicator
(C1, fig 4.4) mounted to the oil tank. If Fig. 4.5 Startbox for diesel power unit.
the temperature is below +20°C, let the
engine run a few minutes until this value S1 Starter key. : Positions 0, 1, 2
is reached before activating any control
S2 Switch: Trimming / Drilling
levers. Verify that hydraulic oil return line
filter warning lamp is off after the S3 Emergency stop
warming period. S4 Control lamp check

5 Increase speed to operating level, but P1 Engine R.P.M and operation hour clock
max. 2 300 rpm. P2 Coolant temperature indicator
P3 Fuel level indicator
Stopping the diesel engine
H1 Check lamp: Generator charging error
Allow the engine to idle for a few minutes before
H2 Check lamp: Void
switching it off. This particularly applies when
H3 Check lamp: Return oil filter clogged
the rig has been operating for lengthy periods. (hyd. system)
H4 Check lamp: Oil level low (hydraulic tank)
H5 Check lamp: Oil temp high (hydraulic tank)
IMPORTANT H6 Check lamp: Emergency stop activated

The diesel engine should only be shut down H7 Check lamp: Air intake filter clogged (engine)
directly from its operating rpm in the case of H8 Check lamp: Oil pressure low (engine)
emergency. H9 Check lamp: Coolant level low (engine)
H10 Check lamp: Coolant temp high (engine)

H11 Check lamp: Fuse tripped

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Setting Up for Drilling
1.0 There are three types of
positioners available for the
DIAMEC® U6 APC: Fig.1.01 -90° Drilling

– standard positioner for drilling -90 degrees

down to + 90 degrees up.

A turn table kit is optional.

Fig.1.02 -45° Drilling Fig.1.03 Horizontal drilling

Fig.1.04 +45° Drilling Fig.1.05 +90° Drilling

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Setting Up for Drilling
1.1 Standard Positioner
The drilling angle can be changed from -90
down to +90 up by controlling the positioning
cylinders. The wireline hoist remains in position.
The angle of the levelwind has to be adjusted to
maintain the proper alignment of the levelwind
with the pulley. This is done by pulling out the
lock pins, moving the wireline to the proper
angle and then ensuring that the lock pins are 1
securely seated (see Fig. 1.1).
When drilling very steep upholes with wireline,
the wireline cable is looped around the floating
sheave mounted in the feed frame holder. The
sheave and shaft are part of the wireline sheave Fig.1.1 Adjusting Levelwind angle
kit for steep uphole. 1 Lock pins

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Setting Up for Drilling
1.5 Displacement of Feed Frame
1. Move and stop the cradle (1) just over the 1
feed frame holder (2). Undo the two tool
screws (5) and place the tool (4) according
to Fig. 1.5.1. 3
1
To mount the two tool screws through the
tool it can be necessary to adjust the
cradle position on the feed frame.
2 5
2. Tighten the tool (4).

3. Undo the clamp screws (3, 6 pcs) just as 4

much needed to move the feed.
5

DANGER Fig.1.5 Displacement of the feed frame

Do not undo the clamp screws (3) too much,
the feed may come lose from its bracket and
cause personal injury. 2
Move the feed frame very carefully!

1.6 Moving the Feed Frame

1. Connect control panel and start the system

2. Log in as "1. User" with code 78952

3. Choose mode chuck/clamp (1)

4. Start motor (2)

5. Activate joystick (3)

6. Move the feed frame with the Joystick,

forward or backward.

7. When the desired position of the feed Fig.1.5.1 The tool in position for moving the
frame is obtained, tighten all clamp screws feed frame
properly. Move the tool back to its place.

Fig.1.6 Moving the feed frame (2)

3
Mode Chuck/Clamp button

1 2

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Setting Up for Drilling
1.7 Underground set-up
1. Anchor the skid frame to the ground or
platform by means of anchor- or expander
bolts. (See Fig. 1.7)
WARNING
2. Connect all hoses (see matching nos. on In order to prevent accidents, caused by
hoses and fittings). overturning the rig, strictly anchor the feed
frame / stand before starting to drill.
3. Start the power pack and check that all
hydraulic connections are tightened and
that no oil leakage appears.

WARNING
– Make sure that no loose pieces of
equipment or objects are lying on the feed.
3
– Before raising the feed (mast) look up to
check for overhead obstructions. When
overhead electrical power lines exist at,
or near a drilling site, consider all wires 1
to be alive and dangerous.

1
4. Locate the feed frame using the positioner
control valves located in the hydraulic
valve pack (access through cutout the
cover). 2

5. Anchor the feed frame with the standard

Fig. 1.7 Underground set-up
wall bracket (2, Fig. 1.7).
1. Anchor bolts
6. Install backstay legs (3. Fig. 1.7) and 2. Wall bracket for anchoring the feed to
ensure all bults are tight before starting to the ground
drill. 3. Backstay legs

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Setting Up for Drilling
1.8 Underground set-up with
hydraulic support jacks
1. Anchor the skid frame to the ground or
platform by means of anchor- or expander
bolts. (See Fig. 1.8)
WARNING
2. Connect all hoses (see matching nos. on In order to prevent accidents, caused by
hoses and fittings). overturning the rig, strictly anchor the feed
frame / stand before starting to drill.
3. Start the power pack and check that all
hydraulic connections are tightened and
that no oil leakage appears.

4. Locate the feed frame using the positioner

control valves located in the hydraulic
valve pack (access through cutout the
cover).

This operation must be carried out

carefully to avoid damaged pipes and
piston rod.

WARNING
1
– Make sure that no loose pieces of
equipment or objects are lying on the feed.

– Before raising the feed (mast) look up to

check for overhead obstructions. When
overhead electrical power lines exist at,
or near a drilling site, consider all wires
to be alive and dangerous. 2

Fig. 1.8 Underground set-up

5. Extend the pipes as close as possible to 1. Anchor bolts
the roof and lock with the locking pins. 2. Support jacks
6. Tighten the support jacks (2) to the roof
with the Joystick (Control valve in same
location as positioner valves).

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Setting Up for Drilling
1.9 Setting-up the core drill using
a casing clamp
1. Withdraw the telescopic tubes (3) out of 5
the feed frame and lock them in position.

2. Position the bracket (1) for the casing

clamp on the telescopic tubes and secure
with the nuts (4).
2
3. Assemble the casing clamp (2) to the
bracket with the two screws (5).

4
3
Fig. 1.9. Casing clamp

1.9.1 Using a casing clamp as a

guide
The clamp should be mounted with the lugs
facing towards each other.

Fig. 1.9.1. Casing clamp as guide

1.9.2 Anchoring the rig with the aid

of a casing clamp to the
casing tube cemented in the
ground
Turn the upper clamp 180° in the horizontal
plane so the lugs of the clamps will interlock.
Fig. 1.9.2.Casing clamp for anchoring to casing
tube

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Maintenance
1.0 General
The performance and reliability of the DIAMEC®
U6 APC is largely dependent on the amount of
care and attention shown to it. Regular checks
and inspection of wearprone components
prevent breakdowns and costly downtime.
5. Use rotation control to circulate the
hydraulic system for about 5 minutes.
6. Disconnect the two main hoses from the
fitting and reconnect them to their correct
points on the hydraulic motor.

Dirt is a primary cause for most malfunctions in a

hydraulic system.
Therefore:
- Always try and keep the core drill clean
and free from dirt and other pollutants. It is
much easier to detect faults or oil leakage
on clean equipment.
1.2 Oil cooler - water type
When required, clean oil cooler by back flushing
the cooling water. The cooler cannot be
dissasembled.

- Never leave any part of the hydraulic

system open or exposed to external
influence. 1.2.2 Oil cooler - air type
- Always attach tight-fitting plugs to
When required, clean the air oil cooler by
disconnected hose ends and couplings.
flushing dust out of the fins. Do not damage the
- Always perform oil refills into the hydraulic fins by using excessive water pressure.
oil tank by using the hand pump supplied.

- Always store fresh oil stocks in sealed

containers.

- Always use TREDO-type seals for sealing

threads. Use of Teflon tape, oakum or
similar, could damage sensitive
components in the system if fragments
dislodge and enter the system.

1.1 Cleaning the hydraulic system

Following major intervention in the hydraulic
system, systematic and through cleaning of the
system should be performed, before drilling is
allowed to continue.
Cleaning procedure

1. Disconnect the two main hoses on the

hydraulic motor and put caps on the
fittings.
2. Reconnect the loose ends to the fittings
included in the tool kit.
3. Start up the power unit.
4 Set the mode selector in DRILLING
position.
WARNING
Do not carry out any service and repair on
hydraulic equipment being under hydraulic
pressure. Stop engine, then operate valves
until pressure is relieved. Escaping
pressurized hydraulic oil can penetrate skin
which can cause serious inflammations. Seek
medical attention if injured. Small leaks are
practically invisible, so when searching for
them, don’t expose your face or hands but
use a piece of cardboard or wood.

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Maintenance
1.3 Hydraulic oil filters 4
There are in total four filters on the DIAMEC® U6
drill. Two on the power unit and two in the valve
assembly.

Power unit
Of the two on the power unit, one is a breathing
filter mounted on top of the tank, and one a
return filter mounted from the lid - inside the
hydraulic tank. 2
The breathing filter is all in one piece, unscrew
the filter and replace with a new one. Replace
once per year and more often in dusty
3
conditions.
The return filter is equipped with a mechanical
clogging indicator. The filter contains a bowl that
holds two filter elements. To change those
elements, unscrew the four hexagon nuts on top
of the filter and lift the bowl straight out. Once 1
you have have the bowl in your hand, push
down the lid, turn 90 degrees counter clockwise OUT IN

and lift the lid out. Inside the bowl you see two
filter elements stacked on each other. Pull them 7 5
out, rinse the bowl if necessary and replace the
elements with fresh ones. Then put the lid back
on the bowl and reinstall the the bowl. A A

Drill rig, Fig. 1.3

The pressure filters on the drill rig are placed 6
under the cover for hydraulics. The pressure
filter is equipped with an optical clogging
indicator (5). Whenever the pressure filter is
clogged, the clogging indicator will pop out and OUT IN
call for a cartridge change. No automatic
Fig. 1.3 Filter change
breakdown will stop the rig, therefore the
1. Filter housing 5. Clogging
indicators must be checked once every week. To 2. Filter cartridge indicator
change cartridges (2), (always change elements 3. Filter container 6. Bleed plug
in both filters at the same time) unscrew the lid 4. Lid 7. Filter drain
(4) by turning the hexagon knob counter
clockwise with a wrench. Lift the element (2) IMPORTANT
from the filter container (3), clean the filter
If the oil temperature is normal (+50 to +60°C)
housing (1) if necessary and replace the
and the indicator (5) reactives a couple of
elements with fresh ones. times, the filter cartridge has to be replaced at
All filters in contact with oil on DIAMEC® U6 drill once. Otherwise there is a high risk of the oil
have filter elements that are lifted from a bowl. bypassing the filter and dirt contained in the
The advantage of this is that there is no leakage oil being transported further into the
when replacing the filter elements. Even if the hydraulic system with the ultimate breakdown
clogging indicators have not called for a or serious malfunction of hydraulic
cartridge change, the cartridges should be components as the result.
changed once every year. When the oil temperature is low, the indicator
will activate through the pressure drop
caused by the high viscosity of the oil.

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Maintenance
1.4 Changing the hydraulic oil.
The hydraulic oil should be changed after 2000
operating hours in normal worksite conditions, or
at least once a year.
If the quality of the oil has deteriorated for some
reason, either through extremely high
temperatures or contamination for example,
then it should be changed as soon as possible. In
such cases, the top part of the tank should also
be removed and the entire interior of the tank
cleaned thoroughly.

Oil change.
1. Drain off all the hydraulic oil by opening
the drain valve (1) underneath the tank.
2. Refill new oil (about 120 litres) using the
hand pump. As the oil is pumped into the
tank it passes through the filter so that any
impurities are strained out.

1.5 Draining condensed water out of tank Fig. 1.3 Hydraulic oil tank
1. Drain valve
The tank drain valve (1) is used to drain
2. Sight glass
condensed water out of the tank. Condensed
water can collect at the bottom of the tank. The
amount of water collected depends on the IMPORTANT
humidity levels and the number of times the drill
is shut down and the oil tank cools down. The useful service life of the hydraulic oil can
be seriously reduced at operating temperatures
The tank drain should be checked regularly for above +60°C.
the presence of condensed water. In conditions
of high humidity and tank cool down each shift, High temperature can cause:
condensed water may have to be drained out at – Leaky gaskets
the beginning of each shift. If the power unit is – Serious internal leakage in pumps and
not level, try and position the drain on the low valves, due to decreased viscosity and
side. lubricating properties of the oil.

1.6 Hydraulic tank oil level

The oil level in the tank should be kept in the
sight glass at all times (2 on Fig. 1.3). There is a
low oil level guard which will trip the motor
when the oil level is about 50 mm below the
lowest sight glass level. This will prevent damage Procedure:
to the hydraulic pumps. Before starting to tram 1. Position the feed frame in the tramming
the crawler on sloped ground, the following position.
procedure should be followed to prevent oil
flowing into the breather filter or oil level guard 2. Retract the jacks
tripping the motor when the crawler is tramming 3. Check that the oil level is at the top of the
on sloped ground (see angle limits on page 30). sight glass (ensure that the tank is not
overfilled). If necessary adjust the level.

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2.0 Periodic maintenance with Service schedule for drill and power unit
The Service Schedule gives instructions to lubrication, inspection procedures and measures to take,
following a specific number of operating hours. Use this schedule to get the most out of your equipment
and always follow the instructions given.

6, 7

12

2 4

10

7 11

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2.1 Periodic maintenance with Service schedule for drill and power unit

Ref. Check points Procedure Service interval in Notes

No. hours of operation

8 40 once/
month

1 Feed frame holder Tightening x

2 Slide shoes Adjustment x See Adjusting the slide shoes

LUBRICATION x More often in bad conditions

3 Chuck jaw holders Cleaning x More often in bad conditions (e.g.

up-hole drilling)

Chuck jaw inserts Cleaning x Inspect and clean if necessary

4 Rotation unit and gear Check level and x See Rotation unit
case temperature

5 Rod guide Cleaning x See Lubr. Recommendations

LUBRICATION x

6 Hydraulic oil tank Level check x Fill oil when necessary (clean the
OIL TEMPERATURE x tank once a year)

7 Hydraulic oil filters Inspection x See Hydraulic oil filters

8 Oil leakage Inspection x Continuous inspection of hydraulic

nipples, hoses and components

9 Complete drill rig Cleaning x When necessary

10 Wireline hoist with LUBRICATION x Apply grease to Levelwind screw

Levelwind and one lube nipple.

11 Positioner cylinders Lubrication x 8 lube nipples on standard

and pivot pins positioner. 2 lube nipples on the
fixed positioner.

12 Electrical motor Lubrication 2 lube nipples, 30 g grease every 6

month

13 Oil cooler Cleaning x See Oil cooler

14 Emergency devices Test of function x On control panel, power unit and rig

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2.2 Periodic maintenance with Service schedule Diesel power unit

The Service Schedule gives instructions to lubrication, inspection procedures and measures to take,
following a specific number of operating hours. Use this schedule to get the most out of your equipment
and always follow the instructions given.

6
1
1

Fig. 2

Ref. Check points Procedure Service interval in hours of Notes

No. operation

8 40 200 1000

1 Engine oil Level check x See Service manual for Engine

Change x

2 Battery Level check x

Cables x

3 Air filter Cleaning x

4 V-belt Tensioning x

5 Oil filter Change x

6 Fuel filter Change x

7 Cylinder flanges Cleaning x

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2.3 Lubricant recommendations

Lubricant Check point No. Recommendation

1. Hydraulic oil 6 Use mineral-based hydraulic oil with good anti-wear, rust (oxidation)
and foam inhibiting properties, as well as effective air and water
separation abilities. The viscosity grade should correspond to the
ambient temperature and ISO 3448, as follows:

Ambient temp. °C (°F) Viscosity grade Viscosity index

+25 to +40 (77 to 104) ISO VG 68 Min. 150
0 to +25 (32 to 77) ISO VG 46 Min. 150
-30 to 0 (-22 to +32) ISO VG 32 Min. 150

Examples of oil grades in the temperature range 0 to + 25°C

Shell Tellus T46
BP Bartran HV 46
Castrol Hyspin T 46
Mobil DTE 15M
Texaco Rando HDZ 46
Exxon UNIVIS HP 46

Use of flame proof or biodegradable hydraulic oil, please contact

nearest Atlas Copco representative for information.

2. Grease 2, 6, 10, 11, 12 Universal grease NLG12....................Operating temperature °C (°F)

lithium/molybdenum ..................................Max. 100 (212)
additive
Synthetic sodium or Max. 140 (284)
calcium grease

Example of grease grades

Shell Retinax AM
Esso MP Grease
BP Energrease LS-EP 2

3. Engine oil Use engine oil according to diesel engine Instruction Manual

Example of grade
15W 40 Turbo oil

4. Rotation Synthetic gear oil with low foaming tendency

unit, Gear
case oil Viscosity grade 65-70 cst. at 40° degrees C
Mobile Mobile SHC 626
Statoil Mereta 68
Shell Omala HD 68
Petro Canada Syn Gear TOS 75W-90

Where appropriate: Oil change interval 1000 hours

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3.0 Daily safety check
Before each shift commences, an extra and thorough safetey check shall be carried out to detect:

— emergency stop failure (On panel, rig and power unit)

— cracks or fractures in materials or at 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

welded points.

— damage, which could cause structural 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

weakness or fracture

— wear, which could cause structural 5, 6, 8, 9, 10

weakness or fracture

— loose junctions, loose threaded unions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

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From the safety aspects therefore,
the following check points are
particularly important (see
illustration below)
11
10
1. Feed frame / feed frame
holder

2. Positioner and positioner 6

cylinders

3. Skid

4. Positioner attachment

5. Turntable

6. Rotation unit, cradle & slides

1
7. Rod holder
11
8. Mast top, top pulley

9. Wireline hoist, wire rope

2
10. Water swivel, water hose
9
11. Feed frame clamps, backstay 12 12
4
legs
3
5
12. Anchor bolts

Fig. 3.0

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5.0 Rotation Unit oil Level
The rotation unit holds 0,6 liters of synthetic oil
(see Lubricant specifications).
The oil level can be accurately checked in the
three positions shown, 90 degrees down, 45
degrees down, and 45 degrees up.
It is important to have the correct oil quantity
when drilling at 90 degrees down and 90
degrees up. In these positions 0,6 liters is
needed to maintain lubrication of the gears.
When drilling between 45 degrees up and 45
degrees down, the oil level is correct as long as
oil can be seen in one of the two sight glasses.
The oil can be drained at 90 degrees down. Refilling and
When refilled to the top plug (1, see Fig. 5.0), the oil level check
gearcase contains 0,6 liters of oil. at 90° drilling
down (1)
Important: Do not overfill the gearcase as this
will cause overheating.

Oil drain at 90°

Oil level
check at 45°
drilling up

Oil level check at

45° drilling down

Fig. 5.0 Rotation Unit oil level

1. Top plug

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42 6 21 24 29 42 7 60 8 54

23 20

6.0 Replacing sleeve and Fig. 6.0 Replacing sleeve and jawholder
jawholder in the chuck 6 Wear plate
7 Inner cover
1. Undo the eight bolts (54), and remove the 8 Outer cover
outer cover (8) together. 20 Guide pins
2. Remove the jaw inserts (29). 21 Sleeve
23 Springs
3. Undo the four screws (60), and remove the 24 O-ring
inner cover (7) together with the O-ring 29 Inserts
(42). 42 O-ring
54 Bolts
4. Remove jawholder (24) ,springs (23),
sleeve (21) at the same time. 60 Screws

5. Remove wear plate (6) and O-ring (42)

6. Press the jawholders (24) and springs(23)
out of the sleeve (21).
7. Clean all parts thoroughly, including the
inside of the chuck housing. At the same
time, inspect all parts and replace any
found damaged or eccessively worn.
8. Lubricate all parts,including the inside of
the chuck housing with a thin coating of
oil. Check that the bolts at the bottom of
the chuck housing are securely tightened.
9. Re-assemble the O-ring (42) and the wear
plate (6) in the bottom of the chuck
housing.
10. Re-assemble the jaw holders (24) and the
springs (23) in the sleeve (21).
11. Position the rubber sleeeve with jaw
holders in the chuck housing.
12. Re-assemble the inner cover (7) with o-ring
(42)
13. Push the jaw inserts (29) back into the jaw
holder.
14. Re-assemble the outer cover (8) in place.
NOTE! Make sure the guide pins (20) fits
perfectly in the recessed grooves in the
jaw holder. The tightening torque for the
bolts (54) is 100Nm.
To replace/change the jaw insert
1. Undo the eight bolts (54), and remove the
outer cover (8) together.
2. Remove the jaw inserts (29).
3. Push the new/replaced jaw insert (29) back
into the jaw holder.
4. Re-assemble the outer cover (8) in place.
NOTE! Make sure the guide pins (20) fit
perfectly in the recessed grooves in the
jaw holder. The tightening torque for the
bolts (54) is 100Nm.

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34 18 45 68 19 52

6.1 Changing guide bushing in the Fig. 6.1 Changing guide sleeve in the
rotation head rotation head
18 Locking ring
The diameter of the guide sleeve (68) must be 19 Cover
chosen to suit the drilling equipment to be used 34 V-seal
(see spare part list). 45 O-ring
1. Undo the screws (52) and remove the 52 Screws
cover (19) 68 Bushing

2. Insert /replace the guide bushing (68).

3. Check the condition of the v-seal (34) , if

worn replace it.

4. The locking ring (18) is held in place in the

groove on the shaft by the o-ring (45)

5. Reassamble the cover (19), check that the

screw holes in the cover line up with the
holes in the locking ring(18) and tighten
the screws (52)

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3
4
2
5 1
6

8 Fig. 11.0-11.2 Rod holder jaws and guide bushing

1 Bolt
9
2 Rod holder insert
3 Jaw
4 Back cover
5 Bearing
6 Socket holder
7 Retainer
11.0 Changing Rod Holder Jaws
8 Guide socket
And Rod Holder Guide
Bushings 9 Circlip

11.1 Changing Jaws 11.2 Rod Holder Guide Bushing

Remove two bolts (1) holding the rod holder
insert (2) in the rod holder housing. Pull out the
insert so the jaws (3) are clear of the housing,
taking care not to damage or stretch the
hydraulic hose. The jaws can now be pulled out
and replaced.
Important: The jaws have a flange on one side.
Ensure that the jaws are put in so that the flange
keeps the jaws from falling out of the jaw
holders and down the drill hole when the rod
holder insert is pulled out.
The diameter of the retainer (7) must be chosen
to suit the drilling equipment to be used (See
spare parts list).
The bushing is replaced by prying it out of the
bearing (5). The new bushing is knocked into the
bearing (snap fit).
There are two sizes of bearings – one for A and
B size bushings, the other for N and H size
bushings.
For A and B size reainer, the bearing (5) is held
and centered in the back cover (4) by socket
holder (6).
For N and H size bushings, the bearing (5) is
centered directly in the back cover (4) .

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13.0 Adjusting slide shoes on cradle
1. Move the rotation unit to its rear position.

2. Loosen the lock nuts (1) and take up

clearance by screwing in the pins (2).
Turn only until the slide pads are in 2
contact with wear liner, do not tighten too
much.
1
3. Back off both pins on one side only by 1/4
turn - creating 0.5 mm total side to side
clearance (pin thread has 2 mm pitch).
Fig. 13.0 Adjusting slide shoes on cradle
4. Grip the drill rod in chuck with rod end
1 Lock nut
close to the rod holder. Rotate the chuck
for possible throw. Adjust front pins to 2 Pin
make rod lines up with the rod holder
(Keeping total clearance of 0.5 mm).

5. Loosen the chuck and move the rotation

unit to its front position and regrip the rod.
Adjust the pins to line up the rod with the
rod holder.

6. Check that total side to side adjustment is

0.5 mm.

7. Tighten the lock nuts.

8. Grease well using the recommended

grease. If slide pads wipe off all grease,
side to side clearance is too small.

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See 6991 1311 01 AIB APC Control System for following parts

1. Control system
2. Setting up for drilling
3. Drilling
4. Maintenance
Starting up the power unit after adjustment or disconnecting the hoses
Adjustment of chuck pressure
Adjustment of maximum service pump pressure
Adjustment of maximum main pump pressure
Adjustment of rotation speed regulation
Checking the pressure of the gas in the rod holder
5. Hardware
6. Trouble shooting

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