CYLINDER FEED LF 700

MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTING

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CONTENTS

1. GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2. SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3. TECHNICAL DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.1. Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.2. Lifting point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.3. Main components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4. OPERATING PRINCIPLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5. THE FEED ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
6. BEAM AND THE CARRIAGE WEAR PIECES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
6.1. General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
6.2. Replacing the steel plinths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
6.3. Adjusting the wear piece clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7. FEED CYLINDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.1. General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.2. Cylinder structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.3. Replacing seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
7.3.1. Disassembling the cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
7.3.2. Replacing the piston seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
7.3.3. Replacing the piston rod seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
7.3.4. Assembling the cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
8. CABLE INSPECTION, SERVICING, ADJUSTING, AND REPLACING . . . . . . 19
8.1. Inspection and servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8.2. Daily . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8.3. Weekly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8.4. Replacing cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
8.4.1. Detaching cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
8.4.2. Installing cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
9. REPLACING IDLER WHEEL BEARINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
9.1. Replacing bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
10. RETAINING CENTRALISER (PITO) 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
10.1. Replacing the jaw pieces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
10.2. Hydraulic cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
11. DATA-- RIGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
12. DEPTH SENSORING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
13. HOSE SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
14. REGULAR MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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1. GENERAL
The LF 700 cylinder feed is intended for use with the HL 700, HL 800, and HL 510, HLX 5
rock drills.
The feed is designed with simple structure and easy maintenance in mind. In the following
sections, the main components and the operating principle of the cylinder feed are
described.
This instruction manual also explains the general maintenance procedures for the
cylinder feed.
Sandvik Service is always willing to provide advice and help with any
maintenance--related problems. The qualified maintenance staff at Sandvik dealerships
use modern, appropriate tools and instruments, and they have the necessary original
Sandvik spare parts.

2. SAFETY

Do not use the cylinder feed unless you are fully trained in doing
so. Read the operating instructions before using the machine.
The operator must be familiar with the operation, maintenance,
CAUTION and safety instructions for the cylinder feed.

Cables and their fastening, idler wheels, and other components

under load must be inspected at least once a week.
CAUTION

Do not touch pressurised hydraulic hoses with bare hands. There

could be pinhole leaks in the hoses, and the high--pressure oil
WARNING expelled could penetrate the skin.

Beware of moving and rotating parts, especially the rotating drill

rod. Carry out maintenance and repair work only when the rig is
not running. Make sure that the rig cannot be accidentally started
WARNING
or moved when you are carrying out the servicing.

NOTE! Most countries have regulations concerning lifting, lifting wires, and lifting
devices. These local safety regulations must always be followed.

Check proper fastening and balance of the load by at first lifting it

up only a few centimeters. Continue lifting when you are sure that
WARNING the load is properly fixed and in balance.

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3. TECHNICAL DATA
3.1. Dimensions
Feed dis- Max. feed
Length (x) Weight
LF 700 Rock drill tance power [kN] /
[mm] [kg]
[mm] 140 bar
LF 706 HL510 3465 2150 730 31
LF 706 HLX 5 3378 2190 765 31
LF 706 HL 700 3474 2190 776 31
LF 705 HL 510 3160 1845 710 31
LF 705 HLX 5 3073 1885 748 31
LF 705 HL 700 3169 1885 759 31
LF 704 HL 510 2855 1540 685 31
LF 704 HLX 5 2768 1580 731 31
LF 704 HL 700 2864 1580 742 31

1 1/4”, 1 1/2”, or 1 3/4” rods and 64 mm tubes only with HL 700.

3.2. Lifting point

Length x (See the table in the Measurements paragraph)

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3.3. Main components

1 3 5
4
2

7 6 7
1. Retainer centralizer (PITO) 5. Carriage
2. Feed beam 6. Feed cylinder
3. Hose support 7. Idler wheels
4. Rock drill

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4. OPERATING PRINCIPLE
In a feed situation, the cylinder pipe (1) moves and the piston rod (2) is fixed to the rear end
of the feed beam. The rock drill (3) moves twice as fast as the cylinder pipe. The speed is
achieved with cables (return cables (4) and feed cables (5)) and idler wheel assemblies (6)
fixed to the ends of the cylinder pipe.
3

6 2 2
4
5

7 1

5. THE FEED ASSEMBLY

NOTE! During maintenance and repairs, the correct position for the feed is horizontal.
Make sure that the feed is sufficiently supported.
1. Install the idler wheel assemblies at the ends of the cylinder.
NOTE! If the rig has drilling depth measurement, the linear sensor has to be installed to the
cylinder before the cylinder is installed. See “DEPTH SENSORING”)
2. Install the cylinder in its place so that the piston rod fastening settles in the slot and
the locking plate of the fastening settles into its position as well.
3. Install the cylinder front end guide pieces (7), and adjust so that there is 1 mm of
clearance.
4. Connect the feed cylinder hoses and drive the cylinder out so that the cables fit in
their places.
5. Preinstall the cables in their appropriate locations by turning the nuts to the
beginning of the threads, and route the cables around the idler wheels.
6. Install the carriage and the wear pieces and wear pieces locking plates.
NOTE! When lifting the extension cylinder, make sure that the lifting equipment is
adequately attached.
7. Route the cables into the carriage slots, and check that the cables run straight
under the carriage and over the plastic folding plate.

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8. Attach the rock drill and attach the shank to be used to the rock drill. Fasten the
rock drill bolts as instructed in the rock drill instructions.
9. Install retainer (PITO) to the feed and attach the hoses to the retainer.
10. Drive the rock drill to a position, where the front edge of the drill carriage is on level
with the hole drilled in the feed beam. The distance of the hole from the end of the
beam depends on the type of the drill.

70 (HL510)
50 (HLX5)
70 (HL700/HL800)

11. Tighten the return cables by holding from the key slot of the connection rod to avoid
twists in the cable. The cables are tightened to the same tightness.
12. Tighten the feed cables to the same tightness, preventing any twisting.
13. Drive the rock drill several times from one end of the feed to the other.
14. Check that the retainer jaws match the drilling equipment. Thread the drill rod / rods
into the rock drill so that the rods reach the jaws. Close the jaws.
15. Turn the anti--jamming automatics off. Turn feed backward on. Adjust the feed
pressure to 40 bar.
16. Tighten the return cables lightly, holding from the key slot of the connection rod to
avoid twists in the cable.
17. Adjust and tighten the cables so that the clearance is the same on both sides.
X
Y

X Y

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18. Turn the feed off and open the retainer jaws.
19. Check the rock drill position as described in Step 11.
20. Readjust the rock drill position if necessary.
21. Because cables stretch/straighten slightly at first, their tightness must be checked
daily for a while after they are replaced.

6. BEAM AND THE CARRIAGE WEAR PIECES

6.1. General
The LF 700 feed beam is manufactured from a steel profile, with stainless steel plinths
welded to the sliding surfaces.
The rock drill carriage is supported by wear pieces as it moves along the feed beam. Each
wear piece is attached from the frame to the carriage with three screw and nut sets, which
lock the wear piece in the longitudinal direction. Lateral locking is implemented via the
design of the wear pieces and the frame.

Steel beam

Stainless steel plinth

Stainless steel plinth

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6.2. Replacing the steel plinths

1. Remove worn plinths.
2. Clean the feed beam surfaces. If necessary, grind the old welded seams down so
they are flush with the beam surface.
3. Install new plinths. Ensure that the plinth is pressed against the feed beam along
the entire length of the plinth.
4. Weld the plinths at intervals in order to keep them in place.
5. Weld the plinths to the beam using 20 to 30 mm long welding seams, with a
distance of approximately 150 mm between seams.
6. Grind the welded seams down so they are flush with the plinth surface.
Use thread, gas, and welding electrodes as indicated in the list below.

Metal arc welding with covered electrodes:

Standard Class marking
SFS--EN 1600 E 23 12 L B 42
AWS A/SFA 5.4 E309 L--15

MIG/MAG welding:
Standard Class marking
prEN 12072 G 23 12 L M12
DIN 8556 SG X 2 CrNi 24 12 W.
--Nr 1.4332
AWS/SFA 5.9 ER 309 L

TIG welding:
Standard Class marking
prEN 12072 W 23 12 L I1
DIN 8557 SG X 2 CrNi 24 12 W.
--Nr 1.4332
AWS/SFA 5.9 ER 309 L

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6.3. Adjusting the wear piece clearance

Outside wear pieces

Clearance 1.0 mm
Adjusting
screws

Fastening screws

The wear piece clearance is adjusted using the oval holes on the carriage.
If the pieces are so worn that the clearance exceeds 3 mm, the clearance must be
adjusted to the specified value. Loosen the fastening screws of the wear piece frame
sections Three Allen screws are provided on both sides of the carriage for adjusting the
wear piece frame section. Adjust the carriage clearance to 1 mm and tighten the frame
section fastening screws to 200 Nm.

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Inside wear pieces

1--2mm
Fastening screws

Wear piece 1--2mm 0 mm

The inside wear piece clearance is adjusted with the help of the holes in the wear pieces.
If the pieces are so worn that the clearance exceeds 3 mm, the clearance must be
adjusted to the specified value. Loosen the wear piece fastening screws and adjust the
clearance to 1 to 2 mm. Tighten the screws. Adjust the clearance on both sides so that
the feed cylinder stays in the middle of the feed beam.
If the tolerance is not large enough, turn the wear piece over and use the other side. When
you have used both sides of the wear piece, replace it.

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7. FEED CYLINDER

7.1. General
Maximum cylinder operating pressure is 200 bar when feeding forward and 200 bar with
the return movement. Oil is led into the cylinder through the piston rod to both sides of the
piston.

7.2. Cylinder structure

2 1 6 4
3

1. Cylinder pipe
2. Piston rod
3. Fastening piece (fixed)
4. Connection for oil (cylinder extends = feed movement) (A--port)
5. Connection for oil (cylinder shortens = return movement) (B--port)
6. Cylinder limiter bushing

7.3. Replacing seals

We recommend replacing the cylinder seals after about every 1,000 percussion hours.
D Check that the tools needed for replacing the seals are clean. Also clean the
cylinder parts before assembly.
D Lubricate the components to be installed.
Before replacement of the seals, the cylinder must be removed from the feed as follows:
1. Drive the carriage forward and detach the cables.
2. Drive the cylinder in.
3. Disconnect the hoses leading to the feed cylinder and plug the connectors.
4. Lift the feed cylinder.
5. Detach the idler wheel assemblies.

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7.3.1. Disassembling the cylinder

1. Detach the adapters (1) from the feed cylinder.
2. Turn the cover (2) anticlockwise so that it opens, keeping the O--rings in place.
3. Pull the piston (3), piston rod (4), cover (2), and the limiter bushing (5) (if equipped)
out of the cylinder.
4. Remove the piston (3).
5. Pull the cover (2) and the limiter bushing (5) (if equipped) off the piston rod (4).
6. Remove the idler wheel assembly (6)
3 4 5 2 1

1
6

7.3.2. Replacing the piston seal

1. Remove the old seal.
2. Remove all impurities and clean all components.
Installing the piston seals:
It is recommended that an installation tool (33002318) be used for installing the piston
seals. If the seal installation is performed without tools, the following issues must be
considered:
-- It is easier to install the seal if it is warmed to about 80qC to 100qC with water, oil,
or a blowtorch. The warming expands the seal, and when the seal cools down, it
will shrink to its original size.
-- The seal is easier to install if oil or grease is applied to it. Make sure that the seal
material and the lubricant are compatible. Only use grease with no solid additives,
such as molybdenum sulphide or zinc sulphide.
1. Install the O--ring in the groove. Make sure that the O--ring is not twisted in the
groove.

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2. Fit the seal in the installation tool.

3. Push the installation tool as far as it goes on top of the piston.

4. Fit the lower part of the seal into the groove.

5. Pull the seal smoothly upwards until it snaps to the piston groove. Remove the
installation tool.

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7.3.3. Replacing the piston rod seal

1. Install the O--ring in the groove.

2. Press the seal into the form indicated in the figure below. No sharp bends are
allowed in the seal.

3. Place the formed seal into the groove, and press the seal against the O--ring (in
the direction indicated by the arrow in the figure below).

4. Form the seal into a round shape with your hands.

5. Finally, shape the seal from a section of approx. 30 mm in length, using a tapered
shaft with an angle of 10q to 15q.

10q--15q

30mm

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Calibrating the seals

-- It is recommended to calibrate the seal before installing the piston rod.
-- When the calibration tool is in place, rotate the tool to ensure calibration. When the
seal is calibrated, the tool may be removed.
The calibration shaft should be made of a polymer (e.g., polyamide) with good sliding
properties and good surface quality, so that seal damage can be avoided.
The piston rod itself can be used for calibration, as long as its initial taper is sufficient.
Note! It is recommended that the calibration tool be installed as indicated in the figure
above.

7.3.4. Assembling the cylinder

The idler wheel (10) must be installed in its place before assembling the cylinder.
1. Replace the cover’s (2) O--rings (5) and seals (8). Check that no twists or bends
remain in the O--rings.
2. Push the cover (2) and the limiter bushing (9) (if equipped) on the piston rod (4).
3. Replace the piston’s (3) O--ring (6), and attach the piston. Tighten the locking nut
(11).
4. Push the piston (3), the piston rod (4), and the limiter bushing (9) (if equipped) into
the cylinder pipe (7), and close the cover (2) by turning it.
5. Attach the adapters (1) to the piston rod (4). Replace the adapters seals with new
ones.

7 5 1
3 6 4 2 8
9
11

11 10
6 1
8
5

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8. CABLE INSPECTION, SERVICING, ADJUSTING, AND

REPLACING

Check the cables whenever an event has occurred that could have
damaged the cables (e.g., rocks falling on the feed).
WARNING

8.1. Inspection and servicing

The inspection and servicing procedures below must be performed each day or week, as
indicated.

8.2. Daily
-- Check the fastening and tightness of cables.
-- Check the overall condition and wear of cables, especially at the connections and
where the cable runs over the idler wheel.
-- Check that the cables run straight (especially under the carriage) and that the
bottom of the feed is clean (remove loose rocks etc.).

8.3. Weekly
-- Clean and oil the cables (use CRC or equivalent oil)
-- Check the cables with respect to the following:
-- Are there loose threads in the cables (max. 15 pcs / 350 mm)
-- Are there broken strands
-- Is there a decrease in the cable diameter (min. 11 mm)
-- Is there corrosion on the entire length of the cable
-- Are there extruding strands or threads in the cable?
-- If one of the above--mentioned faults occurs in the cables, both the feed
and return cables MUST BE REPLACED.
-- For more detailed information on checking and rejecting cables, refer to
the ISO 4309 standard.

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8.4. Replacing cables

When replacing cables, always replace both of the feed or return

cables.
CAUTION

NOTE! During maintenance and repairs, the correct position for the feed is horizontal.
Make sure that the feed is sufficiently supported.
8.4.1. Detaching cables
1. Open the lock nuts (7), and remove the nut (5) from the cable.
2. Remove the cable locking screws (6) from the rock drill carriage (1).
3. Move the cable (3) out of the idler wheel (2) groove.
4. Pull the connection rods away from the carriage (1) embedding. Remove the cable
(3) by pulling it under the carriage (1).

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8.4.2. Installing cables
1. Check the condition of the plastic plates (4). Replace, if necessary.
2. Drop the cable (3), screw rod first, under the carriage (1).
3. Place the cable (3) in the idler wheel (2) groove.
4. Install the cable locking screws (6).
5. Push the screw rod through the mounting plate. Tighten the nut (5) in place.
6. Check that the cables (3) run straight under the carriage (1) and over the plastic
folding plate (4).
Adjust and tighten the cables according to chapter “FEED ASSEMBLY”.

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9. REPLACING IDLER WHEEL BEARINGS

NOTE! During maintenance and repairs, the correct position for the feed is horizontal.
Make sure that the feed is sufficiently supported.
The idler wheel assembly of the feed cable can be detached from the feed without
detaching the feed cylinder.
-- Loosen the feed cables, and move them out of the idler wheel grooves.
-- Detach the cuttings/guide plate from the front end of the cylinder.
-- Pull the idler wheel assembly off the cylinder.
To detach the idler wheel assembly of the return cables, the cylinder must be detached
from the feed (see the section “Replacing seals“ for instructions on detaching the cylinder
from the feed). The idler wheel assembly of the return cables can be pulled off from the
cylinder.

9.1. Replacing bearings

1

2 6 7 5 3 4 2 6 7 5 3 4
Return cable (rear end) Feed cable (front end)
idler wheel assembly idler wheel assembly
1. Housing 5. Outer bearing
2. Idler wheels 6. Inner bearing
3. Cover 7. Circlip
4. Cover locking screws

Replacing bearings:
1. Open the cover locking screws (4).
2. Remove the cover (3) from the end of the shaft.
3. Pull the idler wheel (2) off the shaft (e.g., using a puller).
4. Hit the outer bearing (5) so that it comes loose from the idler wheel (2).
5. Remove the circlip (7) from between the idler wheels.
6. Push the inner bearing (6) off the idler wheel.

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7. Install the circlip (7).

8. Fit the new bearings (5 and 6) to the idler wheel (2) bearing housing. Heat the idler
wheel, if necessary (max. 200qC).
9. Install the idler wheel and its bearings on the shaft.
10. Install the cover with screws (note the installation direction for the idler wheels –
see figure).
11. Press grease into the grease nipples so that it comes out from between the idler
wheel and the cover.
If there are sharp edges in the cable groove, remove them by grinding. The idler wheel
must be replaced if its diameter has worn to less than 150 mm or if the bottom diameter of
the cable groove is less than 122 mm.
Installing, assembly, and adjustment is done according to the chapter “FEED ASSEMBLY
“.

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10. RETAINING CENTRALISER (PITO) 7

The PITO jaws can be hydraulically opened and closed. When the PITO jaws close, the
jaws centralise automatically.

7 5

2 3
5

1 6

5
5 4

1. Frame 5. Fastening bolt

2. Lever arm 6. Pin
3. Span lever 7. Jaw piece
4. Hydraulic cylinder

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10.1. Replacing the jaw pieces

The jaw pieces have to be replaced when the jaws are worn 1.5 mm from the surface. In
order to replace the jaw pieces, first remove the jaw piece fastening bolts (1). Snap the
jaw pieces loose and install new pieces.

1.5mm
1

Check that the jaw pieces match your drilling equipment

1 ¼”, 1 ½”, 1 ¾”, and 64mm.
CAUTION

Make sure that nobody can close the jaws while you are replacing
them.
CAUTION

There is a pressure accumulator on the side of the cylinder to

increase the jaw grip. Note that there may be some pressure in the
accumulator when you open the cylinder connections. You need to
CAUTION release the pressure carefully by opening the plug.

Jaw piece ID-- Rod Tube

code
051 154 38 1 1/4”
613 418 58 1 1/2” D56
623 924 18 1 3/4” D64

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10.2. Hydraulic cylinder

There is a pressure accumulator attached to the hydraulic cylinder. The accumulator is

connected between the piston side pressure connection and the pressure--controlled
non--return valves. The pressure accumulator assures that the jaw pieces stay closed in
all situations.

The pressure accumulators may only be serviced by trained

personnel.
WARNING You have to follow the instructions closely, as a mistake may
cause a serious accident.

Before you remove the accumulator from the cylinder, you have to
release the pressure through the drain plug.
WARNING

The pressure accumulator charge gas is Nitrogen N2 and the

charging pressure is 80 bar.
CAUTION

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11. DATA--RIGS

Rod changer
2
1 floor level

The DATA rigs are equipped with a guide piece (1). The purpose of the guide piece is to
prevent the turning of the rod changer arms from the drilling centre to the cassette centre
if the drilling rod/tube is not in the right position in the feed when uncoupling the rods/tubes.
Adjust the surface of the guide piece (1) to the same level as the bottom of the spiral type
end of the magazine casing.
The right--hand side guide plates (1) can be adjusted by loosening the bolts (3) and
moving the guide plate up or down (slotted holes) in relation to the rod changer floor level.
Tighten the bolts (3).

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12. DEPTH SENSORING

The depth sensor is optional equipment and is used when the rig is equipped with an angle
measurement system (TMS DD/DDS, TIS DD/DDS).
If the equipment supports drilling depth measurement, the measurement will be done with
a linear sensor inside the feed cylinder.
Before installing the sensor the feed cylinder have to be lifted out of the feed slot.
NOTE! During maintenance and repairs, the correct position for the feed is horizontal.
Make sure that the feed is sufficiently supported.
Installing the sensor
1. Remove the plugs from both ends of the cylinder.
2. Attach the linear sensor (1) and the sensor cover (5) to the piston rod end of the
cylinder by bolts (7).
3. Place/press the plastic sensor guide (2) and the magnet holder with magnet (3)
to the sensor guide pipe.
4. Screw the sensor guide pipe (4) into the cylinder.

2 3

4 2
1 3 5
6

1. Sensor 5. Sensor cover

2. Sensor guide 6. O--ring
3. Magnet 7. Sensor and sensor cover fasten bolts (4 pcs)
4. Guide tube

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Fig 1. Depth sensor O--rings

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13. HOSE SUPPORT

RL SR SL DS W
The hose support is attached to the
carriage and to the side of the feed beam.
The hoses leading to the rock drill are
attached to the hose support in the pictured
TI AI A2 B2 F
order.

RL. Rotation drain TI. Percussion return

SR. Lubrication return AI. Percussion pressure
SL. Lubrication A2. Rotation
DS. Stabiliser B2. Rotation
W. Water binding F. Flushing
PE Power extractor

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14. REGULAR MAINTENANCE

CHECK / CLEAN AND CHANGE /

TEST
LUBRICATE
WASH REPLACE
S SERVICE

PERCUSSION HOURS
AT THIS INTERVAL (hours)
EVERY
FEED LF 700 SHIFT 50 200 500 1000 1500

Check the condition of the hoses and compo-

nents
Cleaning, washing, and checking the feed beam
Check the fastening and tightness of the cable
wires
Check the wear and condition of the cable wires
Check that the cable wires run straight
Check the condition of the seal rubbers
Check (and replace if necessary) the idler wheel
bearings.
Clean and wash the feed
Check the tightness of the bolts and nuts
Check the feed slide clearances and the condi-
tion of the wear pieces, and replace the wear
pieces if necessary.
Check the condition of the wear strips and re-
place them if necessary.
Check the front centraliser clearance. Adjust it if
necessary.
Check the cable wires.
Clean, wash, and grease the cable wires
Replace the cylinder seals.

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CONTENTS

1. GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1. Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2. Disassembling rod changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.3. Control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.4. Rod changer controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2. MAIN COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3. HYDRAULICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1. Hydraulic components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4. MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
5. MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.1. Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.2. Lubrication points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.3. Periodic maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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1. GENERAL

The RC 700 series rod changers are used for long--hole drilling with a long--hole feed LF
700 and a HL510, HL700 / 800 / HLX5 --series rock drill.
The rotation mechanism rotates and locks the magazine always in the right position to
ensure accurate and fast rod handling.
The maximum rod length of the magazine depends on the rod changer type (Cf. Type
Identifier).

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1.1. Technical data

RC 704 RC 705 RC 706

Length 1933 mm 2238 mm 2543 mm
Weight (without rods) 580 kg 590 kg 600 kg
Drill rod length 4” (1220 mm) 5” (1525 mm) 6” (1830 mm)
Max number of rods 20+1 20+1 20+1
Max drilling capacity, m 25 31,5 38

Max. number of drill steels: 21 pieces in diameter 1 1/4”, 1 1/2”, 1 3/4”, 64 mm.
When changing from drill rod size to another (1 1/4”, 1 1/2”, 1 3/4“, 64 mm), the gripping
jaws (2) block must be changed (see chapter “Changing the fixed jaws”).
When changing from drill rods to drill tubes the gripping jaws block (2) and dividing plates
(3) must be changed (see chapter “Changing the fixed jaws”).

A
2 2

3 3

Fig 1. Rod changer RC 700

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1.2. Disassembling rod changer

Always use proper hoisting devices and sufficiently strong lifting
straps.

WARNING
851

WEIGHT
553 LENGTH

S77
S78

1.3. Control system

The rod changer is controlled with electrically--controlled directional valves. The valves
are controlled with the right joystick (S77) in the control panel. The joystick (S77) has eight
different directions of movement with spring return to the neutral centre position. Most of
the eight positions provide two different functions. The functions are activated by moving
the joystick into the desired position. The symbols disk shows functions marked with

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orange colour that are activated by first depressing the push button at the top of the
joystick and then moving the joystick into the desired position. All functions on the symbols
disk are shown as the operator sees the symbols. The functions of the rod changer are
selected by turning the selector switch (S78) into rod changer position (position 2).

If any of the control levers (S73, S75, S76, or S77) is not in the
neutral position, powerpack starting is prevented.

CAUTION

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1.4. Rod changer controls

The rod changer movements are controlled with joystick S77, when selector switch S78
is turned to position 2.

1 2 3 S78

2 = Rod changer

= Joystick movement
= Joystick movement + push button
depressed

Rod from the cassette

Rod into the drilling center

Open jaws
Cassette:
Rotating inward
Close jaws
Cassette:
Rotating outward

Rod from the drilling center

Control lever S77 Rod into the cassette

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2. MAIN COMPONENTS

A
5 2 2 5

4 3 3 4

7 6

A 1
Fig 2. Rod changer RC 700
1. Cassette rotation motor
-- The motor rotates the cassette with a Maltese cross mechanism.
2. Cassette jaws
-- The cassette jaws are used for locking the drill rod in the drilling centre for
threading.
3. Dividing plate
-- The dividing plate holds the rods in correct position in the cassette and moves a
rod out of / into the cassette.
4. Cassette end box
-- The end box holds the rods in the cassette, and its spiral guide maximizes rod
capacity.
5. Cassette jaw cylinders
-- The cylinders open/close the jaws.
6. Swing lever cylinders
-- The swing levers are used for taking rods into/out of the cassette.
7. Swing arm cylinders
-- The swing arms are used for taking to/from the drilling centre.
Beware of moving parts, especially the rotating drill rod. Carry out
maintenance and repair work only when the rig is stopped. Make
also sure that the rig cannot be accidentally started during repair
WARNING
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3. HYDRAULICS
The rod changer is controlled with the electrically--controlled valves in the control panel.
The right joystick (S77) is used for rod changer control and it provides all the movements
needed in rod handling.

3.1. Hydraulic components

1. Cassette rotation motor
2. Swing arm cylinders, 2 pcs (long arms)
3. Swing lever cylinders, 2 pcs (short arms)
4. Cassette jaw cylinders 1+1 pcs
5. Adjustable one--way restrictor (cassette jaw cylinders)
6. Pressure--controlled non--return valves (valve block)
7. Overcenter valve (swing arm cylinders)

2 2
Swing arm / front
4
Swing arm / rear
3 Swing arm / rear

Casette jaw
Swing lever front 3
7
FRONT STINGERS

FEED EXTENSION 4 Cassette motor

rotation
5 RETAINER

Fixed jaw selector 1

180 bar
90 bar

6 120 bar

REAR STINGERS

180 bar
80 bar

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4. MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS
Drilling centre adjustments:
When the drilling centre is adjusted, the rock drill must be in back position, a drill rod in
the drill retainer of the feed, and the retainer jaws closed.
Put a straight drill rod/tube into the cassette jaws.
By comparing the rod/tube in the cassette jaws with the rod held in the retainer and the
shank, the rod/tube in the cassette jaws can be adjusted to the drilling centre in cross
directions.
Adjusting rod transfer to drilling centre.
In the direction of the swing arms the adjustment is done by turning the screw (1).
In the direction of the swing levers the adjustment is done by turning the screw (2).

A B

1. Adjusting swing arm 2

2. Adjusting swing lever
1

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Adjusting rod transfer to cassette.

In the direction of the swing arms the adjustment is done by turning the screw (1).
In the direction of the swing levers the adjustment is done by turning the screw (2).

A B

1. Adjusting swing arm

2. Adjusting swing lever
2
1

B -- B

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Adjusting dividing plate

To adjust dividing plate, loose screws (1) (7pcs). Adjust dividing plate by setting the
tube/rod in the middle of the rear/front spiral frame throat and turning the dividing plate.
Tighten the bolts (1)

Distance between tube / rod

and dividing plate max. 1 mm

Dividing plates: ID
For rods 550 425 54
For tubes 550 424 53

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Assembly of guide plates

A B
Guide plates used for rods and tubes
A B
For rods 1 1/4”, 1 1/2”, 1 3/4”
For Tubes 2 1/2”
ID 550 440 10

Changing the fixed jaws

When drilling tube or rod size is being changed, the fixed jaws block (B) must be changed.

A B
Fixed jaws block A (ID 550 440 27) is same for all rods/tubes.
B ID
Rod 1 1/4” 263 581 58
Rod 1 1/2” 163 407 08
Rod 1 3/4” 163 413 08
Tube 2 1/2” 262 619 28

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Adjusting clearances:
The hexagonal nuts at the rod changer ends are used for adjusting swing arm/lever
clearances. The adjustment is necessary for providing smooth swing arm/lever
movements.
Too small clearances result in, for instance, unnecessary wear in the bearing bushings.
Suitable clearance is 0.2...0.6 mm.
2 2

1 Clearance 0.2...0.6 mm.

2 Clearance 0.2...0.6 mm.

Adjusting range 8 mm

Hexagonal nuts

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Adjusting proximity switches (option)

Proximity switches are used in DATA rigs or rigs equipped with rod handling sequence.
Adjusting swing lever proximity switch:
Open the locknuts (3) and (4). Adjust the casette centre position proximity switch S35 (see
fig.3). Tight locknuts (3) and (4). Drive the swing lever to drilling position. Open the
locknuts (3) of the drilling centre position proximity switch S34. Adjust the second
proximity switch S34 (see fig. 3). Tight locknuts (3) and (4).
-- S35 = casette centre position
-- S34 = drilling centre position

S35
S34
8 mm

3 4

Fig 3. Adjusting swing lever proximity switch

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Adjusting swing arm proximity switch:

Open the locknuts (3). Adjust the casette centre position proximity switch S33 (see fig. 4).
Tight locknuts (3). Drive the swing arm to drilling centre position. Adjust the second
proximity switch S32. Make sure that the swing arm don’t touch the proximity switch
(8mm).
-- S32 = drilling centre position
-- S33 = casette centre position
8 mm

S32

3
S32

S33

S33 8 mm

Fig 4. Adjusting swing arm proximity switch

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Adjusting cassette rotation proximity switch:

Open the locknut (3). Screw proximity switch (1) until it touch the transfer plate (2). After
that turn the proximity switch anticlockwise 4 full turns. One full turn corresponds 2,3 mm.
Tight locknut (3).

S30

S30
3

8 mm
2

Fig 5. Adjusting cassette rotation proximity switch

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Adjusting casette jaw proximity switch:

Make sure that the tube / rod is in the jaws and the jaws are closed.

CAUTION

Open the locknuts (3). Adjust the proximity switch (see fig. 6). Make sure that the tube /
rod doesn’t touch the proximity switch. Tight locknuts (3).

S41

2 mm

Fig 6. Adjusting tube / rod proximity switch

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5. MAINTENANCE
5.1. Tools
No special tools are needed for maintenance of rod changer.

5.2. Lubrication points

The rod changer has 21 greasing points.
Central lubrication (optional extra)
The rod changer can be equipped with central lubrication whereby a central lubricator
takes care of greasing. See separate instruction.
Manual lubrication
Grease the following lubrication points once a day:
1-- Cylinder pins . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 nipples
2-- Jaw pins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 nipples
3-- Swing arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 nipples
4-- Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 nipples

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5.3. Periodic maintenance

CHECK / CLEAN AND CHANGE /

TEST
LUBRICATE
FLUSH REPLACE
S SERVICE

PERCUSSION HOURS
EVERY
EACH
ROD CHANGER SHIFT 50 200 500 1000 1500 2000 3000

Lubricate cylinder pins and bushings

Check magazine divider plates, posi-
tion and mounting
Check gripper adjustment
Check gripper jaws
Change hydraulic cylinder seals and
bearing
Change all bearings and seals
Change magazine divider plates

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