No.

9852 0625 01b

Atlas Copco
Maintenance Schedule
Rotation unit
DHR 48H

3
43
17
5 00
12

Atlas Copco Rock Drills AB

ÖREBRO, Sweden
© Atlas Copco Rock Drills AB, 2007. All rights reserved
 SAFETY REGULATIONS
ƒ Before starting, read these instructions carefully.

ƒ Never attempt to intervene or work on the rotation unit, couplings or

hoses, when the hydraulics or compressed air systems are connected.

ƒ Read through the operator´s instructions for both the rig and the rotation
unit thoroughly before putting the rotation unit into service. Always
follow the advice given in the instructions.

ƒ Use only authorized parts. Any damage or malfunction caused by the

use of unauthorized parts is not covered by Warranty or Product
Liability.

The following general safety rules must also be observed:

ƒ Make sure that all warning signs on the rig remain in place and are free
from dirt and easily legible.

ƒ Make sure there are no personnel inside the working area of the drill rig
during drilling, or when moving the rig.

ƒ Always wear a helmet, goggles and ear protectors during drilling. Also
observe any local regulations.

ƒ The exhaust air from air driven hammers and grinding machines
contains oil. It can be dangerous to inhale oil mist. Adjust the lubricator
so that the correct rate of lubrication is obtained.

ƒ Make sure that the place of work is well ventilated.

ƒ Always check that hoses, hose nipples and hose clamps are properly
tightened and secured, and that they are not damaged. Hoses that
come loose can cause serious injury.

ƒ Local regulations concerning air hoses and connections must always be

strictly observed.

Maintenance schedule
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Lubricant recommendations
Grease: Lithium complex, mineral oil based EP-grease.
NLGI 2, visc 300-600 cSt at 40 C.
Mechanically stable, intended for use in vibration applications (shell: Limona LX2)
Do not use other types of grease, as some of them are not miscible.

Lubrications points

D
E

7
C B
38
17
500
12

Lubrication and check No. of pump Intervals for 12- Intervals for 24-
points strokes hour working day hour working
day
A. Cover – Shaft seal 4-5 Every 2 weeks Once per week
B. Gear housing – bearings 4-5 Every 3rd month Once per month
and gears
C. Gear housing – bearings 4-5 Every 3rd month Once per month
D. Adapter splines 4-5 Every 2 weeks Once per week
E. Adapter guide 4-5 Every 2 weeks Once per week

NB: In the event of poor performance, due to changes in the consistency or discoloration of the
grease, send the rotation unit to an authorized workshop for a complete overhaul and grease change.

Maintenance schedule
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Tightening torques
3

1250 0157 80 4

Ref. Check point/Procedure Tightening torque

No. Threaded unions
Nm kpm Ibf.ft Qty
1. Connection pipe – Cover 85 8.5 63 4
2. Cover – Gear housing 200 20 148 8
3. Cover – Gear housing 200 20 148 8
4. Rotation unit – Cradle 350-400 35-40 258-295 8
5. Hydraulic motor – Cover 85 8.5 63 8

Tightening torques floating adapter

7

19
8

8 8
16
73
01
250
1

21

Ref No Check point Nm Qty

7 Adapter house screw 170 9
8 Protection screw (hex head) 70 2
16 Protection screw (hex head) 40 3
19 Lock nut 170 9
21 Protection screw (hex head) 40 3
Maintenance schedule
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Function test
The rotation unit must always be function tested before it is to recommence operation. Carry out this
with the rotation unit correctly assembled and connected to the rig´s hydraulic system. Test run
unloaded for about 5 minutes, checking that the spindle rotates evenly and without dissonance.

Spare parts sets are available for scheduled overhauls

1000 hours 4350 2584 05 Spare part set
2000 hours 4350 2584 06 Spare part set

Spare parts sets are available for scheduled overhauls

(floating adapter)

500 hours 4350 2584 07 Spare part set

1000 hours 4350 2584 08 Spare part set

Please note that service lives for seals and other wear parts are depending or the application and the
mode of operation, and such parts may be needed to change with shorter intervals than stated for the
parts sets.

Maintenance schedule
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