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CYLINDER FEED TF 500 / TFX 500


Maintenance and repair
Table of Contents

1. GENERAL ...................................................................................................................................... 3

2. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 4

3. TECHNICAL DATA ........................................................................................................................ 5

4. LIFTING POINTS ........................................................................................................................... 6

5. MAIN COMPONENTS .................................................................................................................... 7

6. OPERATING PRINCIPLE .............................................................................................................. 8

7. BEAM AND CARRIAGE SLIDE PIECES ...................................................................................... 9


7.1. Adjusting the slide pieces .............................................................................................................................. 9
7.2. Replacing steel strip on beam ...................................................................................................................... 10

8. FEED CYLINDER ........................................................................................................................... 11


8.1. Cylinder structure ............................................................................................................................................. 11
8.2. Replacing seals ................................................................................................................................................. 12
8.2.1. Dismantling the cylinder ............................................................................................................................... 13
8.2.2. Replacing piston seal .................................................................................................................................... 14
8.2.3. Replacing piston rod seal ............................................................................................................................. 15
8.2.4. Assembling the cylinder ................................................................................................................................ 16

9. HOSE REEL ................................................................................................................................... 17


9.1. Checking the condition of the hose reel components ........................................................................... 18

10. HOSE SUPPORT ........................................................................................................................... 19

11. ADJUSTING HOSE TENSION ....................................................................................................... 20

12. ADJUSTING WIRE TENSION ....................................................................................................... 21

13. IMPULSE CYLINDERS .................................................................................................................. 22

14. FRONT AND INTERMEDIATE CENTRALIZERS .......................................................................... 23

15. RETURN WHEEL ........................................................................................................................... 24

16. CYLINDER FEED TFX 500 ............................................................................................................ 25


16.1. Technical data ................................................................................................................................................... 25
16.2. Lifting points ...................................................................................................................................................... 25
16.3. Adjusting the slide pieces .............................................................................................................................. 26
16.4. Instructions to convert TF into TFX ............................................................................................................. 27
16.5. Adjusting the length of the feed ................................................................................................................... 29
16.5.1. Adjusting the intermediate and maximum length ..................................................................................... 30
16.5.2. Adjusting the minimum length ..................................................................................................................... 31
16.5.3. Setting TFX 500 to different lengths by using an instruction as a reminder ......................................... 32
16.6. Feed cylinders ................................................................................................................................................... 32
16.6.1. Cylinder structure ........................................................................................................................................... 33
16.6.2. Changing the seals of the inner cylinder .................................................................................................... 33

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17. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................... 34
17.1. Checking the tightness of bolts and nuts .................................................................................................. 34
17.2. Checking the feed beam ................................................................................................................................. 34
17.3. Checking the condition and connections of the hoses ......................................................................... 34
17.4. Checking the feed cylinder ............................................................................................................................ 34
17.5. Checking the drill rod retainer ...................................................................................................................... 34
17.6. Checking the centralizer bushings .............................................................................................................. 34
17.7. Washing the feed .............................................................................................................................................. 34
17.8. Checking the condition and mounting of the impulse cylinders ........................................................ 35
17.9. Checking the rubber buffer ............................................................................................................................ 35
17.10. Lubricating the hose reel ............................................................................................................................... 35
17.11. Checking the condition of the steel strip ................................................................................................... 36

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1. GENERAL ID: 24517

The TF 500 cylinder feed is designed for use with the HLX 5 rock drills.
The design of the feed aims at simplicity of structure and ease of maintenance. The main components
and the operating principle of the cylinder feed are described later.
These instructions also include a description of the most common maintenance tasks.
SANDVIK service department is always willing to give advice and help in any service-related
problems. The trained service personnel of your Sandvik dealer use the proper tools and modern
instruments, and the required original Sandvik spare parts.

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2. SAFETY ID: 24518

Before starting maintenance work, move the rig away from the
site where you have just been drilling.

Perform maintenance and repair work only when the rig is


stopped. Remember to make sure that the rig cannot be
accidentally started during repair.

Follow all safety instructions, and always protect yourself with


the necessary safety devices. Use proper tools.

Keep all inflammablematerial, such as oily rags, etc., at a


required distance from the working position.

Do not work under devices that are supported by hydraulics


only. Use separate supports during maintenance and repairs.

Watch out for rotating parts.

WARNING
Control the condition of hoses regularly, and check that they
run properly in the guides. Remember that a hose breakage can
also cause personal injury. When checking the hydraulic circuit
for leaks, look and listen, do not feel about with hands – high--
pressure oil sprays can penetrate the skin and cause serious
injuries.

Certain work phases require the use of a feed cylinder during


repair. Make sure that it does not cause any danger, the rig can
be stopped if necessary and that the powerpack is stopped
again before continuing the repair work.

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3. TECHNICAL DATA ID: 24519

Type identifier: TF500


Max. feed force: 25kN

TF 500 10' 12' 14' 16' 18' 20'


Length [mm] 4660 5270 5880 6490 7100 7710
Feed travel [mm] 2830 3440 4050 4660 5270 5880
Drill rod length [mm] 3090 3700 4305 4915 5525 6135
Weight [kg] 480 510 530 560 600 630

Weight is without rock drill.

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4. LIFTING POINTS ID: 24520

ID: 24711

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5. MAIN COMPONENTS ID: 24521

6 1 7 3 2 5 4

ID: 24764

1 Rock drill 2 Beam


3 Feed cylinder 4 Front centralliser
5 Intermediate centraliser 6 Hose reel
7 Hose support

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6. OPERATING PRINCIPLE ID: 24522

The feed is constructed so that the cylinder tube (1) is a moving part, and the piston rod (2) is fixed
to the rear end of the feed beam. The intermediate centraliser (3) and the hose reel (4) are fixed to
the cylinder tube (1), and move along with the cylinder tube. The travel speed of the rock drill (5) is
doubled with a system of wire ropes (6 and 7) and return wheels (8 and 9) fixed to the intermediate
centraliser and the hose reel.

4 5 8 3

2 9

7 1 6

ID: 24778

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7. BEAM AND CARRIAGE SLIDE PIECES ID: 24788

The beam of the TF 500 is made of an aluminum profile with the sliding surfaces faced with stainless
steel strips.
The carriers of the rock drill, hose reel, and intermediate centraliser move along the feed beam on
similar slide pieces. Each slide piece is fastened to the carrier with three screws and nuts through
the frame strip. The screws lock the slide piece lengthwise. The form of the slide pieces and their
supports function as lateral locking.

1 3

4 5

ID: 24808

1 Carriage 2 Locating shoulder


3 Adjusting holes 4 Slide piece
5 Frame strip 6 Steel strip

7.1. Adjusting the slide pieces ID: 24792

The slide pieces normally require no adjustments


when replaced, as the pieces are located to A
correct clearances at the beam centre line with B
the aid of locating shoulders on the carriers and
the frame strips.
If the slide pieces are so worn that the clearance
is more than 3 mm, the clearance can be adjusted
to the specified valuewith the slotted holes in the
carriages. After adjustment, the screws are
tightened to 120 Nm.
A = max. 1,5mm
B = 0 (clearance)

ID: 24809

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7.2. Replacing steel strip on beam ID: 24525

It is recommended that you remove the wear pieces of the rock


drill, hose reel and centraliser to make the change easier.

1. Open the four front centraliser mounting screws (2). Remove the front centraliser body (1) from
the front end of the beam.
2. Remove all slide pieces (3) and their frames (6) from one side of the cylinder feed.
3. Remove the mounting pieces (4). Remove the old steel strip. Wash the rail.
4. Slide the new steel strip (5) on the feed and put it in place by turning the steel strip. Use silicone
for sealing as described by lubrication symbols in the .
5. Push the steel strip (5) against the rear end, and cut the steel strip to length.
6. Use mounting pieces (4) to tighten the steel strip (5).
7. Replace the slide pieces (3).
8. Repeat steps 1 to 7 to the other side of the cylinder feed.
9. Mount the front centraliser body to the beam. Tighten the screws (2) to 300 Nm.

1 3 3

4 4

ID: 24817

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8. FEED CYLINDER ID: 24526

The maximum working pressure of the cylinder is 180 bar for forward feed and 250 bar for return
movement. Oil is led into the cylinder through the piston rod, to both sides of the piston.

8.1. Cylinder structure ID: 24527

6 2 1 3 4 5

7 8

ID: 24818

1 Cylinder tube 2 Piston rod


3 Adapter 4 Return wheel (wire)
5 Return wheel bracket 6 Mounting piece
7 Pressure connection (Extending cylinder 8 Pressure connection (Contracting cylinder
= feed movement) = return movement)

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8.2. Replacing seals ID: 24528

The feed cylinder has the following seals:


• Piston seal
• Piston rod seal
• Guiding rings
• Wiper
• Cylinder cover O-ring

We recommend replacement of the seals in conjunction with every second overhaul of the rock drill
(c. 1000 percussion hours).
• Check that the tools you need for the replacement work are clean. Also clean the cylinder parts
before installing seals.
• Lubricate the components before installing them.

Before replacement of seals, the cylinder must be removed from the feed as follows:
1. Disconnect the feed cylinder hoses and plug them.
2. Disconnect the pull and return wires from the rock drill carriage.
3. Disconnect the rock drill carriage from the feed beam, and lift the carriage out.
4. Disconnect the intermediate centraliser carriage from the return wheel bracket.
5. Disconnect the hose reel carriage from the feed beam.
6. Disconnect the hose reel carriage from the cylinder tube.
7. Lift the feed cylinder out.

ID: 24864

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8.2.1. Dismantling the cylinder ID: 24786

1. Remove the hose nipples from the piston rod.

ID: 24819

2. Open the socket retainer screws (3 pcs).


3. Pull the return wheel bracket and bushing off.

ID: 24820

4. Heat up the area on where the cover’s thread


is to approx. 150-200°C.
5. Screw the cover with the O-rings off the
cylinder tube.

150-200°C
ID: 24821

6. Open the socket retainer screws (2 pcs) and


screw the mounting piece loose from the feed
cylinder piston rod.

ID: 24822

7. Pull the piston and piston rod out of the


cylinder.

ID: 24823

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8.2.2. Replacing piston seal ID: 24530

1. Remove the old seal.


2. Install the new seal into its groove by gently stretching it with the aid of e.g. a screwdriver. Installing
can be made easier by warming up the seal in an oven, oil bath or water (to max. 200°C).

ID: 24842

3. After installing, set the seal into its groove using e.g. a cylinder tube. Lubricate the seal first.

ID: 24843

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8.2.3. Replacing piston rod seal ID: 24531

1. Bend the piston rod seal with caution so that no sharp bends are formed. Install the sealing ring
into the correct groove using your fingers and press the seal into the groove with your fingers.

A B D E

ID: 24844

2. Set the seals into the grooves after installing. An oiled piston rod can be used for the setting the
seals, but do it very carefully as the setting direction is unfavorable to the seals. The wiper is
slipped into its groove.

Special tool kit 34544578 is available.

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8.2.4. Assembling the cylinder ID: 24532

1. Replace the cover O-ring. Check that the O-


ring is not twisted.

ID: 25030

2. Push the piston and piston rod carefully into


the cylinder tube.

ID: 25031

3. Screw the cover to the end of the cylinder tube


and tighten it with tightening torque of 750 Nm.

ID: 25032

4. Fasten the return wheel bracket to the end of


the cylinder tube with the socket screws (3
pcs).

ID: 25033

5. Screw the hose nipples to the piston rod. Use


new seals.

ID: 25034

6. Screw the mounting piece to the piston rod end


and tighten it with tightening torque of 300 Nm.
Lock it with the socket retainer screws (2 pcs).
Secure it with Loctite 243.

ID: 25035

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9. HOSE REEL ID: 24533

The hose reel keeps the rock drill hoses in the


correct order and proper tightness.
The hose reel is mounted to the base plate with
four screws. The base plate is mounted to the
feed cylinder tube with four bolts.

ID: 25061

Hose order

7 7

4 4 4 7

1 1

2 2 1
5 5
2
6 6

3 3 5

ID: 25062

1 Percussion (pressure) 2 Percussion (return)


3 Flushing 4 Shank lubrication
5 Rotation 6 Rotation
7 Stabilizer

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9.1. Checking the condition of the hose reel components ID: 24534

Check the condition of the hose reel components at least in conjunction with every second rock drill
overhaul.
1. Disconnect the rock drill hoses and plug them.
13
2. Lift the hoses off the drum.
3. Disconnect the return wire. 14
4. Disconnect the hose drum base plate from the 12
hose drum carriage and lift the hose drum off. 9
5. Open the four bolts (13). 10
6. Remove the cover (12). 6
7. Open the axle nut (9) and remove the securing 4
plate (10).
8. Lift the hose reel (1) off the axle. 1
9. Remove the bushing (4).
10. Lift the return wheel (5) and its bearings (7, 8) 7
off.
5
11. Check the condition of the ball bearings (6, 7
and 8). Replace if necessary.
8
3

11

ID: 25064

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10. HOSE SUPPORT ID: 24535

The hose support is mounted to the side of the feed beam. The rock drill hoses are mounted to it in
the order shown in the figure. The feed cylinder hoses are also connected to the hose support as
shown.

ID: 25065

1 Percussion (pressure) 2 Percussion (return)


3 Flushing 4 Shank lubrication
5 Rotation 6 Rotation
7 Stabilizer 8 Feed cylinder hoses

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11. ADJUSTING HOSE TENSION ID: 24536

The rock drill hoses are fastened to the hose support by clamping them between pieces. Both
clamping pieces hold hoses.
When adjusting hose tensions, leave the percussion pressure
hose slightly less tensioned than the others.

1. Open the two bolts (3) on the side of the hoses to be tightened.

4 2 1

ID: 25066

2. Pull the hoses to appropriate tightness (the suitable slack of the hoses is approximately 5 cm).
3. Clamp the hoses between pieces (1) and (2) by tightening the two bolts (3).

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12. ADJUSTING WIRE TENSION ID: 24539

A new wire tends to stretch at first until the wire strands have become somewhat straightened.
Therefore, retighten the wires after replacement when, for instance, one round has been drilled.
Adjustment is done when the wire is unloaded and the hose reel is in the rear position.

4
HLX stab. 85 to 88 mm 5 2 1 6
C HLX basic 150 to 153 mm

D Max. 50 mm

ID: 25071

1. Adjust the return wire (5) at the wire end connected to the hose support. The wire end is provided
with a threaded piece and locking nuts.
a. Open the locking nut (2) at the hose support and use the other nut (1) to tighten the wire. Use
a suitable tool to prevent the wire from turning.
b. Tighten the locking nut (2).
2. Tighten the pulling wire (6) using the tubular nut (3) at the rear end of the feed.
a. Open the locking nut (4) through the opening at the rear end of the beam.
b. Use a suitable tool to prevent the wire from turning, and tighten the wire so that a correct
clearance (C) (85 to 88 mm for stabiliser model or 150 to 153 mm for basic model) is left
between the rear of the rock drill and the front edge of the hose reel.
c. Tighten the locking nut (4).

Check the adjustment of wire tensioning when drilling with full


feed power. The return wire may not have a greater slack than
(D) 50 mm.

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13. IMPULSE CYLINDERS ID: 24540

Impulse cylinders

ID: 25075

1 Impulse cylinder and inductive sensor


2 Bleeding screw
Impulse cylinders must be bled after repair operation.

Impulse cylinder and inductive sensors

1 Inductive sensor mounting position


1 2
2 Impulse cylinder mounting position

ID: 25076

The stopping device must not touch the inductive sensor’s cap when the feed cylinder is in its extreme
position.

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14. FRONT AND INTERMEDIATE CENTRALIZERS ID: 24541

The front (A) and intermediate (B) centralizers are equipped with wear pieces (2) made of steel. The
pieces are locked to the body (1) with jaw pieces (3). The jaw pieces are mounted to the body with
screws (4), tightening torque 300 Nm.
The buffer (5), acting as a stinger, is mounted to the front centraliser body (1) with four bolts (6) (4
pcs, tightening torque 100 Nm).
The front centraliser (A) is mounted to the feed beam with four bolts (7), tightening torque 300 Nm.
The intermediate centraliser (B) is mounted to the base plate (8) with four bolts (11). The base plate
is mounted to the return wheel bracket (9) with four bolts (10).

4 2 1 3 5

4
B 3

11 2

10 1

ID: 25087

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15. RETURN WHEEL ID: 24542

ID: 25088

The pulling wire return wheel is mounted to the return wheel bracket as shown in the figure.
When replacing the bearings, drive the pin through the axle so that the axle can be removed.
Before assembling new bearings, remove inner seals.

To make the replacement of the bearings easier, remove the return wheel bracket from the cylinder
tube end after opening the three retaining screws.

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16. CYLINDER FEED TFX 500 ID: 24543

The TFX 500 cylinder feed is designed for use with the HLX 5 rock drills.
The design of the feed aims at simplicity of structure and ease of maintenance. The main components
and the operating principle of the cylinder feed are described later.
These instructions also include a description of the most common maintenance tasks.
SANDVIK service department is always willing to give advice and help in any service-related
problems. The trained service personnel of your SANDVIK dealer use the proper tools and modern
instruments, and the required original SANDVIK spare parts.

16.1. Technical data ID: 24544

Type identifier: TFX500


Max. feed force: 25kN

TFX 500 Type TFX 10/16 TFX 8/14 TFX 6/12


Total length min / max [mm] 4700 / 6530 4090 / 5920 3480 / 5310
Feed travel [mm] 2830 / 4660 2220 / 4050 1610 / 3440
Weight [kg] 710 660 620

Weight is without rock drill.

16.2. Lifting points ID: 24545

ID: 25107

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16.3. Adjusting the slide pieces ID: 24547

ID: 25146

Adjusting slide pieces using (1 = adjusting screws). The adjustment is carried out before tightening
of the screws. Adjust the slide piece frames so that the clearance between the slide piece and the
steel strip is less than 1.5 mm.
A = max. 1,5mm
B = 0 (clearance)

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16.4. Instructions to convert TF into TFX ID: 24549

Check that the feed-beam frame has mounting holes for the bearing block. If there are no holes, drill
them according to the illustration.

ID: 25147

Figure: Bearing block mounting holes

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4 3 5 2 1

ID: 25148

1. Remove the front centraliser from the TF feed (1), and install a plate in place of the front centraliser.
2. Install the slide pieces and slide-piece frames (2, 3) and the TF feed on top of the TFX beam.
3. Attach the bearing block (4) and the feed cylinder (5) of the lower beam.
4. Adjust the slide pieces.
5. Install and connect the hydraulic hoses.

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16.5. Adjusting the length of the feed ID: 24550

ID: 25162

With the TFX 500 feed you must use approx. 15 bar (TFX 550, 50
bar) higher feed pressure than with TF feed, because of the
pressure relief valve mounted into the line of upper feed
cylinder B port.

For example, if you normally use 90 bar feed pressure with the TF feed, you have to set the feed
pressure up to 105 bar (TFX 550, 140 bar) with the telescopic feed by using the feed pressure
adjusting valve.
The feed pressure can also be adjusted during drilling. The adjustment is correct, when the beam
and rock drill move simultaneously (not with the same speed). The feed pressure is adjusted 0.5 times
higher than the value of the adjusted valve compared to the TF feed.

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16.5.1. Adjusting the intermediate and maximum length ID: 24551

When you adjust the TFX 500 feed to intermediate or maximum length, you must adjust the feed to
minimum length first (follow steps 1-4).
There is no middle position setting for the model TFX 550.

1. Open the ball valves (1) and (2) fully.


2. Feed the rock drill forward until the whole system has the shortest position (minimum length).
3. Close the ball valve (2) fully.
4. Feed the rock drill backward until it is facing the rear stopper, and run it against the rear stopper
for approximately 10 seconds.
5. Open the ball valve (2).
6. Run the feed’s inner tube to desired length by running the rock drill against the rear stopper.
(With lower cylinder)
7. Close the ball valve (2).
8. Feed the rock drill against the rear stopper for about 10 seconds.
9. Close the ball valve (1) fully.
10. Open the ball valve (2) fully.
11. Check that the ball valve (1 ) is fully closed and the ball valve (2) is fully open.
Also see the shield on the chapter "Setting TFX 500 to different lengths by using an instruction
as a reminder" (p. 32) .

ID: 25173

Figure: Maximum length

ID: 25178

Figure: Minimum length

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16.5.2. Adjusting the minimum length ID: 24552

1. Open the ball valves (1) and (2) fully.


2. Feed the rock drill forward until the whole system is as short as possible (refer to figure "Minimum
length").
3. Close the ball valve (2) fully.
4. Feed the rock drill backward until it is facing the rear stopper.
5. Run the rock drill backward against the rear stopper for about 10 seconds.
6. Close the ball valve (1) fully.
7. Check that both valves (1) and (2) are fully closed.
Also see the shield on the chapter "Setting TFX 500 to different lengths by using an instruction
as a reminder" (p. 32) .

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16.5.3. Setting TFX 500 to different lengths by using an instruction as a reminder ID: 30527

For setting the lenght to minimum, follow the steps (1 to 5) which are described on the plate's upper
picture.
For setting the length to intermediate or maximum, follow all the steps (1 to 11) which are described
on the plate.
The steps are read from left to right and top to bottom.
1. Open the ball valves (1) and (2).
2. Feed the rock drill forward until the whole
system has the shortest position.
3. Close the ball valve (2) fully.
4. Feed the rock drill until it is facing the rear
stopper for approximately 10 seconds.
5. Close the ball valves (1) and (2).
6. Open the ball valves (1) and (2).
7. Run the feed's inner tube into desired lenght
by running the rock drill against the rear
stopper.
8. Close the ball valve (2).
9. Feed the rock drill against the rear stopper for
approximately 10 seconds.
10. Close the ball valve (1) fully.
11. Open the ball valve (2) fully.

20960108
ID: 30530

16.6. Feed cylinders ID: 24548

The maximum working pressure of the cylinder is 180 bar for forward feed and 180 bar for return
movement. Oil is led into the cylinder through the piston rod, to both sides of the piston.

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16.6.1. Cylinder structure ID: 24553

3 2 6 1 7 6 4 2

A C B
ID: 25153

1 Cylinder tube 2 Piston rod


3 Cylinder pin 4 Pressure connection
5 Pressure connection 6 Intermediate piston
7 Piston

16.6.2. Changing the seals of the inner cylinder ID: 24554

3 2 5 4 6 1

ID: 25154

1. Open the cover (3) of the cylinder.


2. Pull the piston rod (2) out from the cylinder tube (1).
3. Unscrew the bushing (6) from the piston (4).
4. Unscrew the locking screw.
5. Unscrew the piston (4) from the piston rod (2).
6. Pull the piston rod (2) out from the intermediate piston (5) and cover ( 3).
7. Change the seals and guide rings.

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17. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ID: 14735

17.1. Checking the tightness of bolts and nuts ID: 24784

1. Check all self-locking nuts.


2. Replace all loosened self-locking nuts.
3. Check all ordinary bolts.
4. Tighten all loosened ordinary bolts.
If an ordinary bolt connection loosens repeatedly, use a self-
locking nut or chemical thread locking compound.

17.2. Checking the feed beam ID: 24556

1. Check the inside of the feed beam for loose rocks and excessive amounts of drill cuttings.
2. Remove this material if necessary.

17.3. Checking the condition and connections of the hoses ID: 24555

1. Make visual inspection of the hoses.


2. Report possible faults immediately

17.4. Checking the feed cylinder ID: 28761

Check the feed cylinder.

17.5. Checking the drill rod retainer ID: 28770

Check the condition of the drill rod retainer.

17.6. Checking the centralizer bushings ID: 28771

Check the condition of the centralizer bushings.

17.7. Washing the feed ID: 24557

Wash the feed with a high-pressure washer as often as possible.

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17.8. Checking the condition and mounting of the impulse cylinders ID: 28760

Check the condition and mounting of the impulse


cylinders.

ID: 28765

Impulse cylinders must be bled after repair operation.

17.9. Checking the rubber buffer ID: 24558

Check the rubber buffer.

ID: 28767

17.10. Lubricating the hose reel ID: 28759

Lubricate the hose reel.

ID: 32343

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17.11. Checking the condition of the steel strip ID: 28758

The steel strips on the beam can become damaged, for instance, by rocks falling on the beam. The
steel strip is available as a spare part in 7.5 m lengths.

Check the condition of the steel strip. Replace as


necessary.

ID: 28762

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