Manual Grundodrill 15 N Tracto Technik

Translation of original
operating manual
GRUNDODRILL 15 N Bore unit
Serial No.: ___/___ _______ Version 17.08.2010/07GB
GRUNDODRILL 15 N
This operating manual is destined for the operator of the machine and his staff.
It contains texts and prints that should not (partially or totally) be further distributed.
GRUNDODRILL 15 N Contents
Contents
1 Instructions for using the operating manual ............................................................... 1 - 1

1.1 Symbols ............................................................................................................................ 1 - 1
1.1.1 Symbols for personal protection equipment ..................................................... 1 - 1
1.1.2 Danger symbols ................................................................................................ 1 - 2
1.1.3 Prohibition symbols .......................................................................................... 1 - 3
1.1.4 Indication symbols ............................................................................................ 1 - 3
1.2 Descriptions ...................................................................................................................... 1 - 3
1.3 Validity .............................................................................................................................. 1 - 3
1.4 Warranty and product liability............................................................................................ 1 - 4
2 Information about the GRUNDODRILL 15 N ................................................................ 2 - 1

2.1 Means of function ............................................................................................................. 2 - 1
2.2 The GRUNDODRILL 15 N and it’s main components ...................................................... 2 - 3
2.3 Technical Data ................................................................................................................ 2 - 11
3 Safety .............................................................................................................................. 3 - 1
3.1 Scheduled types of application ......................................................................................... 3 - 1
3.2 Non-scheduled applications.............................................................................................. 3 - 2
3.3 Fundamental safetiness.................................................................................................... 3 - 2
3.4 Personnel qualification...................................................................................................... 3 - 4
3.5 Safety indications and signs on GRUNDODRILL 15 N..................................................... 3 - 6
3.6 Nameplate ...................................................................................................................... 3 - 15
3.7 Protection devices on GRUNDODRILL 15 N.................................................................. 3 - 16
3.8 Dangers when working with the GRUNDODRILL 15 N .................................................. 3 - 20
3.9 Danger for/due to adjacent lines and pipes .................................................................... 3 - 23
3.10 Working in pits ................................................................................................................ 3 - 25
3.11 Behaviour in case of emergency! ................................................................................... 3 - 25
3.12 Behaviour in case of accidents with bodily damage ....................................................... 3 - 26
4 Transportation ............................................................................................................... 4 - 1
4.1 Load and unload trailer or truck ........................................................................................ 4 - 1
4.2 Calculating the loading safety measures .......................................................................... 4 - 7
4.3 Lifting GRUNDODRILL 15 N with a crane ...................................................................... 4 - 12
4.4 Towing the GRUNDODRILL 15 N................................................................................... 4 - 14
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5 Set-up and installation .................................................................................................. 5 - 1

5.1 Planning of the jobsite ...................................................................................................... 5 - 1
5.2 Conditions for the jobsite .................................................................................................. 5 - 1
5.2.1 Conditions for the machine pit .......................................................................... 5 - 1
5.2.2 Conditions of the starting and target pits and any intermediate pits ................. 5 - 2
5.2.3 Securing the pit ................................................................................................. 5 - 3
5.3 Drive GRUNDODRILL 15 N to the jobsite ........................................................................ 5 - 4
5.3.1 Inspections before and when starting to operate the GRUNDODRILL 15 N .... 5 - 4
5.3.2 Start the motor .................................................................................................. 5 - 6
5.3.3 Carry out the calculations ................................................................................. 5 - 7
5.3.4 Prepare the GRUNDODRILL 15 N for operation .............................................. 5 - 8
5.3.5 Connect the remote control ............................................................................ 5 - 10
5.3.6 Connect remote control (option) ..................................................................... 5 - 11
5.3.7 Lift the stabilisers ............................................................................................ 5 - 15
5.3.8 Align the bore rig horizontally ......................................................................... 5 - 16
5.3.9 Operating the GRUNDODRILL 15 N .............................................................. 5 - 17
5.3.10 Halting the GRUNDODRILL 15 N ................................................................... 5 - 18
5.4 Set up the GRUNDODRILL 15 N for operation............................................................... 5 - 19
5.4.1 Lower anchoring plate .................................................................................... 5 - 20
5.4.2 Lower the bore rig ........................................................................................... 5 - 21
5.4.3 Switching off the GRUNDODRILL 15 N. ........................................................ 5 - 21
5.5 Installation of the Zap-Alert package .............................................................................. 5 - 22
5.5.1 Check the Zap-Alert ........................................................................................ 5 - 22
5.5.2 Overview of the Zap-Alert package ................................................................ 5 - 23
5.5.3 Set up the Zap-Alert package ......................................................................... 5 - 24
5.6 Anchor the GRUNDODRILL 15 N to the ground............................................................. 5 - 25
5.6.1 Remove the thrust anchor .............................................................................. 5 - 25
5.6.2 Place the anchoring thrust unit into position: .................................................. 5 - 26
5.6.3 Ram in the thrust anchors .............................................................................. 5 - 27
5.6.4 Fasten the thrust anchor ................................................................................. 5 - 28
5.7 Swing the cabin out ........................................................................................................ 5 - 29
5.8 Assemble the sonde and the bore head into sonde housing.
(for units of companies RD and DIGITRAC) ................................................................... 5 - 30
5.8.1 Prepare the bore head assembly (with old sonde model) .............................. 5 - 30
5.8.2 Prepare the sonde (new model) ..................................................................... 5 - 32
5.8.3 Check the function of the sonde ..................................................................... 5 - 33
5.8.4 Calibrate the detection system ....................................................................... 5 - 33
5.9 Assemble the cable guided sonde and bore head into the sonde housing
(for RD and DIGITRAC units) ......................................................................................... 5 - 34
5.9.1 Dismantle battery charged sonde ................................................................... 5 - 34
5.9.2 Assemble cable guided sonde ........................................................................ 5 - 35
5.10 Convert the GRUNDODRILL 15 N for cable guided bores ............................................. 5 - 37
5.10.1 Assemble the friction ring ............................................................................... 5 - 38
5.10.2 Assemble the monitor (old model) for cable guided bores ............................. 5 - 42
5.10.3 Assemble the safety device for cable guided bores. ...................................... 5 - 44
5.11 Connect the drilling fluid system ..................................................................................... 5 - 46
5.12 Connecting the high pressure jet cleaner ....................................................................... 5 - 47
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6 Operation ........................................................................................................................ 6 - 1
6.1 Safety indications for the operation .................................................................................. 6 - 1
6.2 Operating elements and their functions ........................................................................... 6 - 3
6.2.1 Main switch ....................................................................................................... 6 - 3
6.2.2 Remote control ................................................................................................ 6 - 4
6.2.3 Drive-remote control (option) ........................................................................... 6 - 5
6.2.4 Pit-remote control (option) ............................................................................... 6 - 6
6.2.5 Anchor thrust unit ............................................................................................. 6 - 7
6.2.6 Operating terminal in the cabin ......................................................................... 6 - 8
6.2.7 Left joystick with panel .................................................................................... 6 - 42
6.2.8 Right joystick with panel ................................................................................. 6 - 43
6.2.9 Pressure relief high-pressure cleaning pump ................................................. 6 - 45
6.2.10 Interior lighting and ventilation ........................................................................ 6 - 46
6.2.11 Operator seat and heater ............................................................................... 6 - 47
6.2.12 Functions to import the steering ..................................................................... 6 - 48
6.2.13 Emergency hydraulics and emergency electrics, as well as setting
the RPM’s via the poti ..................................................................................... 6 - 49
6.2.14 Operating panels for cable guided bores. ....................................................... 6 - 54
6.3 Checks before starting .................................................................................................... 6 - 55
6.4 Start ................................................................................................................................ 6 - 56
6.5 Connect the first drill rod to the bore head...................................................................... 6 - 57
6.6 Pilot bore......................................................................................................................... 6 - 59
6.6.1 Add further drill rods ....................................................................................... 6 - 61
6.6.2 Auto-bore during the pilot bore. ...................................................................... 6 - 65
6.7 Cable guided bore .......................................................................................................... 6 - 66
6.7.1 Pilot bore with cable guided bores .................................................................. 6 - 67
6.7.2 Add further drill rods to the cable guided bore. ............................................... 6 - 75
6.8 Change the drill rod box.................................................................................................. 6 - 79
6.9 Expander / Pulling in mode ............................................................................................. 6 - 82
6.9.1 Change of tools for expanding ........................................................................ 6 - 83
6.9.2 Exchanging bore tool to expand after a cable guided bore ............................ 6 - 84
6.9.3 Connect product pipe to expander ................................................................. 6 - 85
6.9.4 Pull in the expander and product pipe ............................................................ 6 - 86
6.9.5 Auto-bore during expanding/pipe installation ................................................. 6 - 90
6.10 Switching off the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.......................................................................... 6 - 91
7 Disassembly and de-installation .................................................................................. 7 - 1

7.1 Remove the thrust anchor ................................................................................................ 7 - 1
8 Faults and trouble shooting .......................................................................................... 8 - 1
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9 Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 9 - 1
9.1 Instructions as to maintenance ......................................................................................... 9 - 1
9.2 Check by authorised person. ............................................................................................ 9 - 1
9.3 Maintenance intervals ....................................................................................................... 9 - 2
9.4 Greasing intervals and checking of operating materials ................................................... 9 - 6
9.5 Maintenance of the safety equipment ............................................................................... 9 - 9
9.5.1 Sight check of grounding cable ........................................................................ 9 - 9
9.5.2 Visual check of the stepping grid and the ground mats .................................... 9 - 9
9.5.3 Visual check of the grounding stake ................................................................. 9 - 9
9.5.4 Function check of the emergency switch .......................................................... 9 - 9
9.5.5 Maintenance of the fire extinguisher ............................................................... 9 - 10
9.5.6 Safety signs .................................................................................................... 9 - 10
9.6 Maintenance of GRUNDODRILL 15 N............................................................................ 9 - 11
9.7 Maintenance of drill rods................................................................................................. 9 - 12
9.8 Maintenance of the pipe-puller ....................................................................................... 9 - 13
9.9 Maintenance of the swivel .............................................................................................. 9 - 14
9.10 Maintenance of the expander head ................................................................................ 9 - 14
9.11 Maintenance of the bore head ........................................................................................ 9 - 15
9.11.1 Maintenance of sonde housing, sonde and receiver ...................................... 9 - 16
9.12 Re-tension thrust chain ................................................................................................... 9 - 18
9.13 Re-tension chain on track-mounted carriage .................................................................. 9 - 19
9.14 Greasing ......................................................................................................................... 9 - 20
9.14.1 Greasing the GRUNDODRILL 15 N ............................................................... 9 - 20
9.15 Greasing means and greasing oil table .......................................................................... 9 - 23
9.15.1 grease thrust chain ......................................................................................... 9 - 23
9.15.2 Greasing the accessories ............................................................................... 9 - 24
9.15.3 Setting the grease quantity for drill rod greasing ............................................ 9 - 24
9.16 Anti-freeze measures on GRUNDODRILL 15 N ............................................................. 9 - 25
9.17 Indications regarding work on the electrical unit ............................................................. 9 - 28
10 Cleaning ........................................................................................................................ 10 - 1
11 Storage of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N ........................................................................... 11 - 1

11.1 Storage conditions .......................................................................................................... 11 - 1
11.2 Storage of the hydraulic hoses ....................................................................................... 11 - 1
11.3 Storage of grease ........................................................................................................... 11 - 1
12 Disposal ........................................................................................................................ 12 - 1
12.1 Disposal of lubricants or grease...................................................................................... 12 - 1
12.2 Disposal of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N ............................................................................ 12 - 1
13 Annexure ...................................................................................................................... 13 - 1
13.1 Checklist for jobsite planning .......................................................................................... 13 - 1
13.2 Material and tool list for cable-guided bores ................................................................... 13 - 3
13.3 Explanations according to EC guideline for machines 2006/42/EG................................ 13 - 4
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N Picture index
Picture index
1 Instructions for using the operating manual

Fig. 1-1 Descriptions ..................................................................................................... 1 - 3
2 Information about the GRUNDODRILL 15 N

Fig. 2-1 Jobsite with entrance pit, target pit and drill rods ............................................ 2 - 1
Fig. 2-2 GRUNDODRILL 15 N ...................................................................................... 2 - 3
Fig. 2-3 GRUNDODRILL 15 N and it’s main components ............................................ 2 - 4
Fig. 2-4 GRUNDODRILL 15 N and it’s main components ............................................ 2 - 5
Fig. 2-5 Anchor thrust unit ............................................................................................ 2 - 6
Fig. 2-6 Thrust .............................................................................................................. 2 - 7
Fig. 2-7 Drive unit ......................................................................................................... 2 - 8
Fig. 2-8 Example bore head for GRUNDODRILL 15 N ................................................ 2 - 9
Fig. 2-9 Example expander for GRUNDODRILL 15 N .................................................. 2 - 9
Fig. 2-10 Monitor, receiver and bore head with sonde housing (Example) .................. 2 - 10
Fig. 2-11 Receiver (old model) ..................................................................................... 2 - 10
Fig. 2-12 Monitor and receiver (new model) ................................................................. 2 - 10
3 Safety
Fig. 3-1 Safety indications and signs on GRUNDODRILL 15 N ................................... 3 - 6
Fig. 3-5 Safety indications and signs on GRUNDODRILL 15 N ................................. 3 - 10
Fig. 3-10 Protection devices on GRUNDODRILL 15 N ................................................ 3 - 16
Fig. 3-11 Emergency switch on the remote control ...................................................... 3 - 16
Fig. 3-12 Power strike protection device ....................................................................... 3 - 18
Fig. 3-13 Danger areas on GRUNDODRILL 15 N ........................................................ 3 - 20
Fig. 3-14 Danger area for bruising injuries ................................................................... 3 - 21
4 Transportation
Fig. 4-1 Example of set-up on the truck or trailer .......................................................... 4 - 2
Fig. 4-2 Remote control – knobs stabilisers .................................................................. 4 - 3
Fig. 4-3 Standard fastening on the trailer or truck ........................................................ 4 - 4
Fig. 4-4 Transport hooks ............................................................................................... 4 - 4
Fig. 4-5 Remote control – knobs stabilisers .................................................................. 4 - 5
Fig. 4-6 Sketch for diagonal strappings ........................................................................ 4 - 7
Fig. 4-7 Lifting the GRUNDODRILL with a crane (example diagram) ........................ 4 - 12
Fig. 4-8 Attach the wire cable to the traverse and transport eyelets ........................... 4 - 13
Fig. 4-9 Screen: "Motor data" ..................................................................................... 4 - 15
Fig. 4-10 Attaching the towing means .......................................................................... 4 - 16
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5 Set-up and installation

Fig. 5-1 Cross-section example of a starting or target pit
(pipe outer diameter 100 mm) ......................................................................... 5 - 2
Fig. 5-2 Example for securing the pits .......................................................................... 5 - 3
Fig. 5-3 Checks before starting to operate ................................................................... 5 - 4
Fig. 5-4 Checks while starting to operate ..................................................................... 5 - 5
Fig. 5-5 Lock the cabin ................................................................................................. 5 - 8
Fig. 5-6 Screen: "Motor data" ....................................................................................... 5 - 9
Fig. 5-7 Connect the remote control ........................................................................... 5 - 10
Fig. 5-8 Remote control: ............................................................................................. 5 - 10
Fig. 5-9 Drive-remote control ..................................................................................... 5 - 12
Fig. 5-10 Pit-remote control .......................................................................................... 5 - 13
Fig. 5-11 Remote control – knobs stabilisers ................................................................ 5 - 15
Fig. 5-13 Drive the GRUNDODRILL 15 N with the remote control ............................... 5 - 17
Fig. 5-14 Halting the GRUNDODRILL 15 N. ................................................................. 5 - 18
Fig. 5-16 Remote control – button anchoring plate ....................................................... 5 - 20
Fig. 5-18 Check Zap Alert ............................................................................................. 5 - 22
Fig. 5-19 Overview of the Zap-Alert package ............................................................... 5 - 23
Fig. 5-20 Zap-Alert (12) and grounding stake (36) ....................................................... 5 - 24
Fig. 5-21 Remove the thrust anchor ............................................................................. 5 - 25
Fig. 5-22 Place the anchoring thrust unit into position .................................................. 5 - 26
Fig. 5-23 Thrust anchor ................................................................................................ 5 - 27
Fig. 5-24 Fixing the ground stakes to the anchor plate ................................................. 5 - 28
Fig. 5-25 Cabin locking device (left), swing cabin out (right) ........................................ 5 - 29
Fig. 5-26 Bore head assembly ...................................................................................... 5 - 30
Fig. 5-27 Sonde ............................................................................................................ 5 - 32
Fig. 5-28 Bore head assembly with battery charged sonde .......................................... 5 - 34
Fig. 5-29 Blind screwing with seal ................................................................................ 5 - 34
Fig. 5-30 Cable guided sonde ....................................................................................... 5 - 35
Fig. 5-31 Bore head assembly ...................................................................................... 5 - 35
Fig. 5-32 Torsional protection and lock ......................................................................... 5 - 35
Fig. 5-33 Seal, pressure piece and screwing for cable ................................................. 5 - 36
Fig. 5-34 Bore head assembly with cable guided sonde .............................................. 5 - 36
Fig. 5-35 Friction ring and assembly parts .................................................................... 5 - 38
Fig. 5-36 Sub-saver and friction ring ............................................................................. 5 - 39
Fig. 5-37 Friction ring pushed upwards ........................................................................ 5 - 39
Fig. 5-38 Screw in the cable entrance .......................................................................... 5 - 40
Fig. 5-39 Assemble the insulation piece. ...................................................................... 5 - 40
Fig. 5-40 Contact track assembled ............................................................................... 5 - 41
Fig. 5-41 Cable from cabin connected .......................................................................... 5 - 41
Fig. 5-42 Assemble the adapter for data storage into the monitor (Example) .............. 5 - 42
Fig. 5-43 Connect the monitor ...................................................................................... 5 - 43
Fig. 5-44 Assemble the safety device for cable guided bores. ..................................... 5 - 44
Fig. 5-45 Plug connections for cable guided bores. ...................................................... 5 - 45
Fig. 5-46 Produce supply connections .......................................................................... 5 - 46
Fig. 5-47 Connecting the high pressure jet cleaner ...................................................... 5 - 47
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6 Operation
Fig. 6-1 Personal protection equipment ........................................................................ 6 - 1
Fig. 6-2 Main switch ...................................................................................................... 6 - 3
Fig. 6-3 Remote control ................................................................................................ 6 - 4
Fig. 6-4 Drive-remote control ....................................................................................... 6 - 5
Fig. 6-5 Pit-remote control ............................................................................................ 6 - 6
Fig. 6-6 Anchor thrust unit ............................................................................................ 6 - 7
Fig. 6-7 Operating terminal ........................................................................................... 6 - 8
Fig. 6-8 Screen: "Motor data" ....................................................................................... 6 - 9
Fig. 6-9 Screen "Setting the time" ............................................................................... 6 - 10
Fig. 6-10 Screen "Setting the date" .............................................................................. 6 - 11
Fig. 6-11 Screen "Switch on time and switch distance for drill rod cleaning" ............... 6 - 12
Fig. 6-12 Screen "Pilot bore 1" ..................................................................................... 6 - 14
Fig. 6-15 Screen: "Pull-in 1" .......................................................................................... 6 - 17
Fig. 6-16 Screen: "Pull-in 1" .......................................................................................... 6 - 18
Fig. 6-17 Function button screen: "Pull-in 1" ................................................................ 6 - 19
Fig. 6-18 Function button screen: "Pull-in 2" ................................................................ 6 - 19
Fig. 6-19 Screen "Sub-saver" ....................................................................................... 6 - 20
Fig. 6-20 Screen "Bentonite tank" ................................................................................. 6 - 21
Fig. 6-21 Screen "Paddle mode" .................................................................................. 6 - 22
Fig. 6-22 Screen "Automatic bore mode" ..................................................................... 6 - 23
Fig. 6-23 Screen "Automatic rock drilling mode" .......................................................... 6 - 24
Fig. 6-24 Screen "Settings Tensile strength measuring" .............................................. 6 - 25
Fig. 6-25 Screen with table to choose the nominal diameter and
temperature of the pipe ................................................................................. 6 - 27
Fig. 6-26 Screen "Datalogger Tensile strength measuring" .......................................... 6 - 28
Fig. 6-27 Screen "Configurate Datalogger Tensile strength measuring" ...................... 6 - 29
Fig. 6-28 Screen "Datalogger Tensile strength read out" ............................................. 6 - 30
Fig. 6-29 Screen "Starting operation and service menu" .............................................. 6 - 31
Fig. 6-30 Screen "Service menu" .................................................................................. 6 - 32
Fig. 6-31 Screen "Signal test" ....................................................................................... 6 - 33
Fig. 6-32 Screen "Log book" ......................................................................................... 6 - 34
Fig. 6-33 Screen "Version number" .............................................................................. 6 - 35
Fig. 6-34 Screen "Service menu - store parameters" ................................................... 6 - 36
Fig. 6-35 Screen "Calculations" .................................................................................... 6 - 37
Fig. 6-36 Screen "Determing the approximate bore length" ......................................... 6 - 38
Fig. 6-37 Screen "Calculation of the set-back-length" .................................................. 6 - 39
Fig. 6-38 Screen "Conversion bending radius" ............................................................. 6 - 40
Fig. 6-39 Screen "Calculate the expander speed and water quantity" ......................... 6 - 41
Fig. 6-40 Left joystick panel .......................................................................................... 6 - 42
Fig. 6-41 Right joystick panel ........................................................................................ 6 - 43
Fig. 6-42 Pressure relief high-pressure cleaning pump ................................................ 6 - 45
Fig. 6-43 Interior lighting and roof light ......................................................................... 6 - 46
Fig. 6-44 Operating chair .............................................................................................. 6 - 47
Fig. 6-45 Flip switch to import the steering ................................................................... 6 - 48
Fig. 6-46 Flip switch for emergency hydraulics ............................................................. 6 - 49
Fig. 6-47 Ball valve (355) for emergency hydraulics ..................................................... 6 - 50
Fig. 6-48 Security pin (356) for emergency hydraulics ................................................. 6 - 50
Fig. 6-49 Valves for the hydraulics ............................................................................... 6 - 51
Fig. 6-50 Valves for the hydraulics ............................................................................... 6 - 53
Fig. 6-51 Operating panels for cable guided bores. ...................................................... 6 - 54
Fig. 6-52 cable pulled in ................................................................................................ 6 - 68
Fig. 6-53 Crimp connection on the cable ...................................................................... 6 - 69
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Fig. 6-54 Crimp the crimp connection and pull on the shrinkdown hose ...................... 6 - 69
Fig. 6-55 Crimp on the second cable ............................................................................ 6 - 69
Fig. 6-56 Pull over the shrinkdown hose and shrink on ................................................ 6 - 70
Fig. 6-57 Pull cable slightly straight .............................................................................. 6 - 71
Fig. 6-58 Seal, pressure piece and screwing ................................................................ 6 - 72
Fig. 6-59 Cable connected to friction ring ..................................................................... 6 - 72
Fig. 6-60 cable pulled in ................................................................................................ 6 - 75
Fig. 6-61 Pull cable slightly straight .............................................................................. 6 - 76
Fig. 6-62 Seal, pressure piece and screwing ................................................................ 6 - 77
Fig. 6-63 Cable connected to friction ring ..................................................................... 6 - 77
Fig. 6-64 Drill rod holding bar ....................................................................................... 6 - 79
Fig. 6-65 Sensor and safety bolts of drill rod box ......................................................... 6 - 80
Fig. 6-66 Screw of drill rod box ..................................................................................... 6 - 80
Fig. 6-67 Eyelet points of the drill rod box. ................................................................... 6 - 80
Fig. 6-68 Example set up of drill rod with expander and product pipe .......................... 6 - 85
Fig. 6-69 Drill rod guidance ........................................................................................... 6 - 86
7 Disassembly and de-installation

Fig. 7-1 Pull out the bolt, plug on impact head ............................................................. 7 - 1
Fig. 7-2 Fix bolt in position ............................................................................................ 7 - 1
Fig. 7-3 Place the anchor thrust unit in position and lower it, insert second bolt .......... 7 - 2
Fig. 7-4 Drive anchor thrust unit upward. ...................................................................... 7 - 2
8 Faults and trouble shooting

Fig. 8-1 Screen "Fault details" ...................................................................................... 8 - 1
9 Maintenance
Fig. 9-1 Pipe puller ...................................................................................................... 9 - 13
Fig. 9-2 Swivel and expander head ............................................................................ 9 - 14
Fig. 9-3 Bore head ...................................................................................................... 9 - 15
Fig. 9-4 Sonde housing, sonde, top old model, above new model ............................. 9 - 16
Fig. 9-5 Tensioning the thrust chain ........................................................................... 9 - 18
Fig. 9-6 Side view of the rig boom and thrust chain .................................................... 9 - 18
Fig. 9-7 Relieve tension on undercarriage .................................................................. 9 - 19
Fig. 9-8 Greasing positions on GRUNDODRILL 15 N ................................................ 9 - 21
Fig. 9-9 Grease points on thrust rig ............................................................................ 9 - 22
Fig. 9-10 grease thrust chain ........................................................................................ 9 - 23
Fig. 9-11 Setting the drill rod greasing quantity ............................................................ 9 - 24
Fig. 9-12 Emptying the water tank ................................................................................ 9 - 25
Fig. 9-13 Anti-freeze tank ............................................................................................. 9 - 26
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 1 Instructions for using the operating manual
1 Instructions for using the operating manual
In this operating manual the user receives information:

• for their own safety,
• for a quick familiarization of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N,
• for working safely with the GRUNDODRILL 15 N and
• for maintenance on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
To maintain the reliability of the machine, increase it’s life cycle time and prevent
any downtimes, the instructions of the operating manual must be paid attention
to. For this reason the operating manual must always be available at the
specially provided place on the machine.
The operating manual does not replace any training course, but complements
the gained
1.1 Symbols
Extremely important information inside the operating manual are marked with
the following:
1.1.1 Symbols for personal protection equipment
Use the safety helmet!
Use ear protection!
Use safety clothing!
Use safety gloves!

Exact instructions will be given, if insulating protection gloves have to be used.
Use insulated protection shoes!
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1.1.2 Danger symbols
Danger to the environment!

The sign signals to you that the used material can be a danger to the
environment.
Danger!
This sign indicates the immediate danger of life and health of persons, up to
perilous injuries or death.
Danger due to electrical power!

This sing indicates dangers of electrical power when using the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
Danger due to crushing!

The texts in connection with this sign inform about dangerous situations due to
crushing for the whole body.
Danger of hand injuries!

crushing for the hands.
Danger of pulling-in!
The texts in connection with this sign inform about dangerous situations caused
by clothes or body sections being pulled in..
Danger of explosion!
explosions.
Danger due to suspended loads!

suspended loads.
Danger of tipping over!

This texts in connection with this sign inform about dangerous situations, where
there is a danger of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N tipping over.
Danger due to stumbling!

stumbling.
Danger due to falling!

falling.
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1.1.3 Prohibition symbols
Entrance for unauthorized persons prohibited!

The texts in connection with this sign inform that the indicated place must not be
entered by unauthorized people.
1.1.4 Indication symbols
"Grundi" likes to give you hints and help you to carry out activities quickly and
safely.
1.2 Descriptions
Following descriptions are used in this operating manual:
Drill rods Location Target pit
Entrance pit Pilot bore Expander Pipe installation
Fig. 1-1 Descriptions
1.3 Validity
This operating manual is valid for the following bore unit.

GRUNDODRILL 15 N consists of:
• Bore unit with integrated drive unit
• Bore head, sonde, receiver
• Drill rods
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1.4 Warranty and product liability
Generally the "General sales conditions" of TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co.

KG according to the VDMA regulations are valid.
For regions outside of Germany the "general sales conditions" ECE No. 730 with
annexe LK 730 in their current version apply. These conditions have been made
known to the customer when signing the purchasing contract at the very latest.
Warranty claims for material and responsibility in case of material breakage or

personnel injury are excluded when they are caused by one or more of the
following causes.
• inadequate handling of the machine,
• inadequate assembly, starting, operation and maintenance of the
machine,
• operation of the machine despite defective safety devices or inadequately
fitted or non-functioning safety devices and safety covers,
• lack of respecting the instructions in the operating manual as to
transportation,
• unauthorised technical modifications of the unit,
• unauthorized technical modifications of the control system,
• insufficient verification of components which are subject to wear and tear,
• inadequately carried out repair works,
• natural catastrophes and force majeure,
• vandalism as well as
• insufficient safety distances to adjacent pipes and cables.
For all original TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG components a warranty

period of 12 months after first use applies. Ground engaging tools and pieces of
wear and tear are excluded from warranty.
Original parts and accessories are specially developed for the

GRUNDODRILL 15 N. We must firmly point out that original spare parts and
accessories, which have not been supplied by us have also not been tested and
released by ourselves. Assembling and/or applying such products could
possibly negatively influence constructively determined characteristics of your
GRUNDODRILL 15 N and also the safe operation. TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH
& Co. KG will not be made liable for damages caused by the application of non-
original spare parts and accessories.
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 2 Information about the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
2 Information about the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
2.1 Means of function
The bore starts in an entrance pit, which simplifies the entry of the bore head.
For the operation of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N on the jobsite an additional
starting pit, an intermediate pit or a target pit can be prepared.
Drill rods Location Target pit
Entrance pit Pilot bore Expander Pipe installation
Fig. 2-1 Jobsite with entrance pit, target pit and drill rods
The GRUNDODRILL 15 N is set up in front of the entrance pit and anchored to

the ground via the anchor thrust unit. The GRUNDODRILL 15 N is supplied via
the integrated drive unit with drive energy.
The GRUNDODRILL 15 N pushes the drill rods with the bore head under
hydraulic pressure through the ground. This is how a pilot bore is produced
between entrance pit and the target pit.
A guiding head on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N prevents the drill rods bending
between the sub-saver and the entrance point in harder ground.
If the ground is very hard then the thrust is assisted by the percussive hammer.
The single drill rods are added via the semi-automatic drill rod loading system.
Single rods are taken out of the drill rod grippers and swung into the bore axis.
There the thrust rig pushes the drill rod into the clamping jaw, where it is screwed
by rotation means to the previous drill rod.
During the pilot bore the position, depth and inclination of the bore head are
measured with a sonde above surface, which is situated inside the bore head.
The operator steers via the thrust and rotation of the bore head in the required
bore direction.
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The Bentonite-water mixture is fed through the drill rod lengths to the bore head
generally from an external drilling fluid system. This simplifies the bore process
and minimises the wear and tear, as bore particles are displaced during the bore
process.
Once the bore head has arrived inside the target pit the operator dismantles the
bore head and assembles an expander as well as the pipe lengths to the drill
rod.
The GRUNDODRILL 15 N pulls the drill rods with the expander and the long
pipes, under hydraulic pressure, back through the bore hole.
The single drill rods are loosened inside the clamp, pulled away from the thrust
rig and taken by the gripper and swung back below the drill rod box. There the
cylinder retains them and pushes them back into the drill rod box.
If required, one or several intermediate clearances can be carried out before

assembled and pulling in the pipes.
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2.2 The GRUNDODRILL 15 N and it’s main components
The bore unit comprises of the following components (see fig. 2-2):
• Mixing system with a twin tank system (MA07-D, not pictured)
• Drive unit for the operation of the mixing system (not pictured)
• GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Fig. 2-2 GRUNDODRILL 15 N
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N The GRUNDODRILL 15 N comprises of the following components

(see fig. 2-3):
• Bore rig (1)
• Stabiliser (2)
• Track-mounted undercarriage with transport eyelets (3)
• exchangeable drill rod box (4)
• Clamp and break-away system (8)
• fully automatic drill rod loading system (10)
• Emergency hydraulics (11)
• Anchor thrust unit (14, optional)
• Diesel filling plug (covered) (20)
• Anchoring plate (25)
• Energy chain (27)
• Electric connection for remote control (35)
27 1 4 11
14
20
35
3
10 8 25
2
Fig. 2-3 GRUNDODRILL 15 N and it’s main components
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Furthermore the GRUNDODRILL 15 N consists of the following components:

• Warning lamps (5)
• Work spotlights (6)
• Operating and control elements incl. Zap-Alert (7)
• Zap-Alert (power cable warning system) (12) inside cabin
• Cabin (13)
• Diesel engine with hydraulic unit (closed) (16)
• Exhaust (17)
• Air supply for Diesel engine (18)
• Fresh water tank (19)
• Front transport eyelets (21) and rear transport eyelets (33)
• Steps (22)
• Hydraulic oil tank (23, behind the cover)
• Radio (24, optional)
• Drill rod guidance with optional rubber wiper for drill rod cleaning (30)
• Drill rod greasing (31)
• Suction connection for high-pressure feeding pump (244)
6 5 12 18 17 16
31
24
21
244
30 33 23
13 22 7 19 21
244
Fig. 2-4 GRUNDODRILL 15 N and it’s main components
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Following components belong to the anchor thrust unit (see fig. 2-5):
• Anchoring plate (25)
• Traverse unit (26)
• Anchor thrust unit (28)
• Connection for the disposal of drilling fluid remains (29, at side of the
anchor thrust unit and on the anchor plate)
28
26
29
29 25
Fig. 2-5 Anchor thrust unit
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Following components belong to the thrust (see fig. 2-6):

• Thrust drive (32)
• Percussive hammer (not pictured)
• Rotational drive (not pictured)
32
Fig. 2-6 Thrust
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Integrated drive unit The integrated drive unit comprises of the following components:
• High-pressure cleaning pump (240)

• Fresh water tank (19)
• Suction connection for high-pressure feeding pump (244)
• High pressure feeding pump drilling fluid (245)
• Connections to hydraulic oil filtering system (246)
• Fresh water filling connection with fresh water filter (247)
19 240
244
247 245 246
Fig. 2-7 Drive unit
The make and the configuration of the high-pressure supply pump is customized
(see annexure for exact manufacturer details)!
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Bore head The bore head is for producing the pilot bore underground.
Fig. 2-8 Example bore head for GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Expander The expander is available for expanding the bore hole. It is connected the drill
rod with a swivel in place of the bore head. Then the pipe-puller is connected
with the yoke head. The long pipe is then connected to the pipe-puller.
Fig. 2-9 Example expander for GRUNDODRILL 15 N
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Detection system The detection kit includes a transmitting sonde, a receiver as well as a remote
display (depending on model chosen) The sonde is fixed inside the sonde
housing and transmits electro-magnetic waves which can be tracked using a
receiver while being transmitted to the remote display as well.
The field strength of these impulses are shown on the indicator of the receiver
and compared to the values determined during the calibration. This data
received allows the position, angle and depth of the drilling head to be
determined.
Sonde
Fig. 2-10 Monitor, receiver and bore head with sonde housing (Example)
Fig. 2-11 Receiver (old model)
Fig. 2-12 Monitor and receiver (new model)
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2.3 Technical Data
Tab. 2-1 Technical data of GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Parameters
approx.
in transport position
Operating surface of the 6,290 x 2,060 x 2,280 mm
GRUNDODRILL 15 N for surface start, including securing the set-up
approx. 10 m x 4.50 m
surface
in transport position (L x w x h) 6,290 x 2,060 x 2,280 mm

Dimensions (with cabin)
in working position or with cabin swung out
6,290 x 2,995 x 2,700 mm
(L x W x H)
incl. drill rod box and drill rods, full hydraulic and
Diesel tanks (empty fresh water tanks)
Machine weight
12,280 kg
incl. drill rod box and drill rods, full hydraulic and
Diesel tanks (empty fresh water tanks)
8,990 kg
empty 400 kg
Drill rod box weight
incl. 70 drill rods (TD73) 2,905 kg
Fresh water tank 100 l
Drill rod, single weight TD73, Standard 41.5 kg
Angle of inclination 0° - 30°
Max. thrust 167 kN
Max. pull back 167 kN
No of strokes 1,500 per min.
Max. torque 7,000 Nm
Max. spindle speed 180 rpm
Pilot bore diameter min. 80 mm
Twin Drive
Diameter drill rod
TD73 63 mm
Drill rod length 3,000 mm
Bending radius drill rod TD73 55 m
Max. thrust speed 50 m/min.
Max. expanding diameter (depending on

< 600 mm
ground conditions)
Max. pipe outer diameter (depending on
< 550 mm
ground conditions)
Max. bore length
< 400 m
(depending on soil)
Max. location depth
3 – 35 m
(depending on system)
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Tab. 2-1 Technical data of GRUNDODRILL 15 N (cont.)
Parameters
Permissible temperature range -10 °C to +40 °C
Color (Standard) silver RAL 9007
Max. driving speed 2-step 2.5/5 km/h
Max. drilling fluid flow rate, steplessly

P72 320 l/min.
adjustable
Drive engine Perkins Diesel
Output (effective capacity) at 2,200 rpm 106 kW
Diesel tank Capacity 195 l
Starting unit 24 V DC
Hydraulic power rotation circuit max. 390 bar max. 160 l/min
Hydraulic performance circuit 2 (drilling

max. 310 bar max. 160 l/min
fluid and auxiliary functions)
max. torque 7,000 Nm

Rotational drive adjustment engine with
gears
max. rpm’s 180 rpm
Max. hydraulic pressure rotation left 390 bar
Oil tank (mineral oil) Capacity 240 l
Sound pressure level LPA at working place 78.6 db(A)
Noise capacity level LWA 106 db(A)
Heater Series
Air conditioner Series
Highest permissible wind speed under working conditions < Wind strength 12 (33 m/sec)
under parking and

Highest permissible wind speed < Wind strength 12 (33 m/sec)
closed down conditions
Maximal ground pressings under working conditions 7.82 N/cm2
Spotlight 3 pcs. each 16 lux
Whole body or hand/arm vibrations

during work < 0.5 m/s2
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 3 Safety
3 Safety
3.1 Scheduled types of application
The GRUNDODRILL 15 N is used for producing a pilot bore and then for pulling
in a long pipe.
The data for the bore length and pipe diameter can be taken from the technical
data sheet.
The GRUNDODRILL 15 N is suitable for the following application fields:

• Bores parallel to roads
• Crossing of roads, car parks, train lines, rivers, parks etc.
• River crossings
The GRUNDODRILL 15 N is to be used for pipes made of the following materials:

Polyethylene, HD-pipes, cast iron or steel pipes as pipe bundles.
For use of other materials please contact Tracto-Technik customer service.
The GRUNDODRILL15 N must only be applied in the open air and only with
original accessories from TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG.
The drilling fluid mixing system (MA07-D) to be applied with the

GRUNDODRILL 15 N and the drive unit establish a complete unit.
For the scheduled type of application the appropriate application of the correct
bursting tool is necessary.
Jobsite specific alterations to the GRUNDODRILL 15 N or the bursting tools are

not allowed without written permission from the manufacturer
To use the GRUNDODRILL 15 N only for scheduled applications, it is necessary

to pay attention to this complete operating manual.
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3.2 Non-scheduled applications
Any other application of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N, other than described in

chapter 3.1, page 3-1 is non applicable.
Use of the unit by insufficiently qualified personnel is not allowed.
TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG is not liable for any damages, caused by
irregular applications.
For other applications, such as:

• using stabilisers for pushing soil,
• using the GRUNDODRILL 15 N for pulling/pushing other objects other
than the pipes to be installed,
• loosening or retrieving tools or other objects with the GRUNDODRILL 15
N outside the determined working steps in the operating manual,
• using the GRUNDODRILL 15 N as a vehicle
are non-scheduled types of application.
3.3 Fundamental safetiness
When operating the machines the valid national health, work safety, rules for
prevention of accidents, fire regulations and environmental regulations must be
paid attention to. The personnel, who are meant to operate with the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N, must be acquainted with these regulations.
The work with the GRUNDODRILL 15 N must at all times be carried out
circumspect!
The operating manual must always be made available to the personnel, who are
meant to work with the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
Determine the responsibility to personnel before starting work.
At least two people are necessary for the set-up and disassembly, as well as the
operation of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
The personnel must be equipped with communication means, so that they can
remain in contact between the machine and pulling-in manhole or between
machine manhole and pulling-in pit!
If the operating manner of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N alters, then switch off the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N immediately. The machine must be prevented from being
started again. The jobsite manager must be informed about the alteration.
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If the pulling in process is interrupted and work is necessary in an intermediate

pit or on the machine, then you must relieve the frill rods beforehand (the thrust
rig must be driven shortly back and forth in rotating mode)! To avoid any danger,
switch off the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
Spare parts must be in accordance with the technical requirements set by

TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG. This is always guaranteed for when using
original spare parts.
Keep to the maintenance intervals as stated in the operating manual!
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3.4 Personnel qualification
Only personnel, authorized by TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG or

personnel, authorized by Tracto-Technik or other representatives and who have
confirmed that they read and understood the operating manual for the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N, may work with the unit.
Personnel still to be instructed or personnel still doing their apprenticeship are

only allowed to work with the GRUNDODRILL 15 N under constant surveyance.
A minimum of 2 persons are required for the set up of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
Only personnel older than 18 years of age are allowed to work with the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N independently.
The various activities on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N require various personnel

qualifications, which are listed in Table 3-1.
Tab. 3-1 Overview of the minimal personnel qualifications
Activities Instructed Instructed personnel Tracto-Technik- Jobsite

personnel*) *) with the Service supervisor
qualification "machine technician
locksmith"
Head of assembly ●
Transportation ●
Set-up, assembly ●
Electrical installation ●
Starting operation,
operation, putting out of ●
operation
Disassembly ●
Electrical de-installation ●
Cleaning ●
Mechanical works:
trouble-shooting, repair ●
and maintenance
Work on the electrics:
and maintenance
Work on the hydraulics:
and maintenance
Disposal ●
*) Instructed personnel have been trained by TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG to handle the
GRUNDODRILL15 N in theory and also in praxis.
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The jobsite supervisor must absolve not only training through TRACTO-
TECHNIK GmbH & Co KG, but also in the field "earthwork method". The person
must have knowledge and supervision over:
• the possible dangers and how to prevent them
• securing the job-site
• using the correct personnel
• using the protection clothing
• the correct application of the accessories for the necessary job
• the complete functional extent of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
• the safety devices
• respecting the company’s conditions
• respecting the maintenance intervals.
Besides training by TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG the operating

personnel must have knowledge about:
• the possible dangers and how to prevent them
• securing the job-site
• using the protection clothing
• the safety devices
• respecting the company’s conditions
• the correct application of the accessories for the necessary job.
Personnel, without this knowledge, or who can not operate the GRUNDODRILL
15 N correctly must not be used for operation of the unit.
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3.5 Safety indications and signs on GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Following safety indications and signs are attached to the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.

Check them regularly. If the safety signs are unreadable then they must be
renewed.
304
302, 303
Fig. 3-1 Safety indications and signs on GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Tab. 3-2 Safety indications and signs
Item No. Safety indications, signs Meaning
Attention!
The bore unit must only be moved via the remote
control!
302 When using loading ramps the presence in the Only move the bore unit with the remote control.
danger area is prohibited!
To prevent the ramps from rising when loading, the
speed must only be very slow!
Only drive the GRUNDODRILL 15N with the cabin

303 locked! Stay out of the swinging area of the cabin
and out of the cabin.
Keep away from the track-mounted undercarriage,

304
as long as the GRUNDODRILL 15 N is being driven.
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313 305
307
306
328
309 308
Only open the covers when the engine is switched off,

305
otherwise there is a danger of burns.
306 indicates the guaranteed noise level outside the machine
Attention!
After approx. 20 operating (Behind the cover)
307 hours all For a safe operation approx. every 20 operating hours all
hydraulic screwings hydraulic screwings must be re-tightened!
308 Do not grease the track tensioning device.
These stickers show the normal driving direction of the

309
GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
313 indicates the pocket for machine documentations
328 indicates the supply connection for the drilling fluid
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336 337 338
335
339
Before applying the anchor thrust unit the safety bar must
335
be displaced
If the window is open then there is a danger of collisions

336
when driving the drill rod box.
After placing the safety bar below the drill rod box the
337
thrust rig must be driven anymore.
Set-up of the electrical connections in the cabin.

• 24 V power supply
338
• Measuring tensile strength
• Cable guided measuring system
339 Window can also be used as an emergency exit.
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312
303
311
310
302
Attention!
The bore unit must only be moved via the remote
control!
302 When using loading ramps the presence in the Only move the bore unit with the remote control.
danger area is prohibited!
To prevent the ramps from rising when loading, the
speed must only be very slow!
Only drive the GRUNDODRILL 15N with the cabin

303 locked! Stay out of the swinging area of the cabin and
out of the cabin.
In weather and ground temperatures from approx. 0 °C

and below there is a danger of the drilling fluid and/or
310
water freezing. This can cause damage to the pump
housing.
311 Filling indicates the connection , to fill the fresh water tank
Fresh water tank
312 diesel indicates the Diesel filling cap
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314 315
340
316

The bending radius must not be lower than 55 m for
TD 73 drill rods, otherwise there is a danger of breakage
for the drill rods.
314
Information: The precise description of the sticker
depends on the type of drill rod.
This hydraulic system is

filled with the hydraulic fluid (Behind the cover)
Only use permissible or granted hydraulic oil types for the
RENOLIN MR MC 68 hydraulic system, to prevent any damages to the
315 hydraulic system.
To prevent damage to the hydraulic system
please re-fill only using RENOLIN MR MC 68.
Information: The precise description of the sticker
TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG depends on the type of oil
D -57368 Lennestadt
Indicates, when the last inspection took place and when

316
the next one must be carried out.
340 It is prohibited to stand in the danger area!
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330
317
320
341
329
If the GRUNDODRILL 15 N is new, then only clean it after

317 10 weeks in use with a steam jet machine. Always keep
at a minimal distance of 0.30 m.
Indicates when the next expert inspection is to be carried

320
out.
329 Indicates the grounding connection for the Zap-Alert.
Attention!
The air conditioner must
The air conditioner must be operated regularly, to keep
330 at least 1 x month
the general functionality intact.
for 15 minutes be
operated!
341 Regulate the heat inside the cabin
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322
340 321
324
322
323 340
321 Secure the GRUNDODRILL 15 N during transportation!
Wear ear protection when anchoring the GRUNDODRILL

322 Use ear protection!
15 N.
These stickers show the normal driving direction of the

323
GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
Indicates the transport position of the drill rod box (pre-

324
given by the software)
340 It is prohibited to stand in the danger area!
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342
343,
344,
345
347 346
342 below
Position of the relais and fuses
the flap
343 below
Drilling fluid pressure
the flap
344 below
Thrust pressure
the flap
345 below
Rotation pressure
the flap
346 below
Emergency button rotation
the flap
Connections for remote diagnosis-controls:
347 below
the flap Switch for control connections
Emergency mode
Idle gas/full throttle-switch
Adjustment Diesel RPM's
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325
326, 327
326
326
325 Danger of pulling-in! Danger of pulling-in on rotational drive.
On the clamps, on the drill rod grippers, on the drill rod

326 Danger of bruises!
box and the stabilisers there is a danger of bruises.
327 grease nipple Grease the greasing nipples daily.
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3.6 Nameplate
The nameplate is attached on the side of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
GRUNDODRILL
Manufacturer: TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG
D -57368 Lennestadt
Telephone: 02723/8080
Type, description:
Serial Number:
Weight:
Lxwxh
Year built:
Capacity:
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3.7 Protection devices on GRUNDODRILL 15 N
If the protection covers are not functional or can not be used, there is danger:
62 45 5 45 42 44
46 43 46 40
Fig. 3-10 Protection devices on GRUNDODRILL 15 N
62
40
363000...
Fig. 3-11 Emergency switch on the remote control
Tab. 3-6 Protection devices on GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Item Safety equipment Function

5 Warning lamp must be switched on by pressing the button,
it signals that the GRUNDODRILL 15 N is driving
40 Emergency OFF switch switches the drives off
42 Fire extinguisher to extinguish a fire
43 Pressure relief of high- the water pressure can be relieved via a ball valve, before the
pressure cleaning pump high-pressure cleaner can be connected
44 Protection covers protect the operator from gripping into the Diesel engine area
45 Emergency exit for an emergency exit out of the cabin
46 Drilling fluid pressure is carried out automatically, when the clamp is closed
relief
62 Horn is switched on via a pressure button on the remote control or
on the left joystick panel
If the remote control is connected, then the operating elements in the cabin are
inaccessible.
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Emergency OFF An emergency OFF switch is situated on the remote control and the operator
switch
seat.
In case of emergencies press the emergency switch!
Check the emergency switches for their functionality before starting to operate,
as shown in chapter 9.5.4, page 9-9. If the protection equipment is not
functional, then the GRUNDODRILL 15 N must not be started. The emergency
switch must be repaired first or replaced by a functional one.
Warning lamp On the rear of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N there is an orange warning lamp, which
must be switched on manually on the right joystick panel, if the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N is driven.
Warning signals/horn The GRUNDODRILL 15 N comprises of a horn, which can be switched on via
the left joystick panel or manually via the remote control.
Fire extinguisher The fire extinguisher is situated next to the Diesel filling cap.
Read the instructions on the fire extinguisher and learn how to use it, before you
initially start working with the GRUNDODRILL 15 N!
Protection covers The motors, the hydraulic power unit and the controls are situated behind the
lockable protection covers and prevent the operator from reaching inside the
danger area.
Emergency exit All cabin windows are made of safety glass and can be used as an emergency
exit. If the cabin door does not allow itself to open, then kick one of the windows
out of the rubber seals and exit from the cabin via the window opening.
Drilling fluid pressure The drilling fluid pressure relief is carried out manually during operating and
relief
prevents drilling fluid spraying out. Via pressure build-up on the clamping
cylinder a valve is opened to allow drilling fluid to exit.
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Power stroke The power stroke protection device is meant to protect the operators against
protection device
electric strike, which may be caused by hitting a buried electric cable.
The power cable warning device consists of:

• Zap-Alert/power cable warning unit (12 in Fig. 3-12), at the side on the
centre panel inside the cabin,
• 1 grounding mat (38) with connection cable for GRUNDODRILL 15 N,
• a second optional grounding mat (39),
• 1 m of ground cable with strike alert stake (37),
• grounding stake of Zap-Alert unit (36),
• electrical safety boots and gloves.
The Zap-Alert is not a pre-warning device! It does not switch on when

approaching an electric cable!.
12
36
39
38
37
Fig. 3-12 Power strike protection device
In case of hitting an electric cable, (from 40 V) a siren noise comes from the Zap
Alert system.
It is possible to damage a cable, so that a short circuit between

two single wires could be caused.
In this case no current is transmitted into the soil or respectively to the drill
stems. The Zap-Alert does not sound. Look out for any power cuts in the
surrounding area!
Check the Zap-Alert before every job for it’s functionality! (see also
chapter 5.5.1, page 5-22).
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If the siren on the power stroke warning system sounds, then there is deadly
danger due to power stroke!
When driving in reverse do not touch the drill rods and do not try to remove them!
Drive the bore head back!
Press the reset button on the active Zap-Alert!
The operators are safe when standing on the grounded rig or ground mats.
The operator’s should not leave the rig or the grounding mats, as the power can
flow through the operator!
Warn other people before they touch another operator, the unit or the grounding
mat!
A non effected person must contact the electrical service company!
Notify the police or the fire brigade, if the immediate danger of anybody can not
be ruled out. (e. g. by driving the bore head back)
Only leave the GRUNDODRILL 15 N when it is sure that it is no longer under

current.
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3.8 Dangers when working with the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Dangers can arise when working with the GRUNDODRILL 15 N. Pay attention
to the following described warnings.
Wear protection clothing!
Danger of bruises!
• on the clamp
• on the drill rod box
• on the drill rod gripper below the drill rod box
• between the drill rod and the retainer on the thrust rig
• when driving the stabiliser up and down
• when driving the anchor thrust unit up and down
• when tipping the anchor thrust unit
• when pulling the cover up and down
Danger of pulling-in!
• on the rotating rotational drive
• on rotating drill rods or bore accessory
Danger of bumping!
• on the extracted energy chain (drives out approx 1.50 m to the rear)
• on drill rods driving out
Danger of accidents!
If an operator holds a rotating part in his hand or when a rotating part is
mechanically held (such as with a spanner) then the bore mode must not be
switched on.
Only personnel required to operate the machine are allowed to be present on

the GRUNDODRILL 15 N!
Do not reach into the danger area!
Fig. 3-13 Danger areas on GRUNDODRILL 15 N
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Danger!
High injection pressure up to 1600 bar on engines with Common Rail Injection!
High injection pressure causes bad injuries by the Diesel connections loosening!
Never loosen the Diesel lines within the Diesel high pressure circuit on the drive
engines with Common Rail Injection!
The following dangers can occur in the target area when working with the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N:
Danger of bruises!
• when preparing the new pipe for connecting
• when disconnecting the bore head
• when connecting the bursting tool
• when connecting the new pipe
• when pulling in the accessory into the bore hole
Important: Before starting work on the bore head or on the bursting tool (e.g.
clamping the expander), the machine and the rod string must be completely
relieved of tension (the rotational drive could cause torsion forces to set free)!
To avoid any danger, switch off the GRUNDODRILL 15 N when assembling the
accessory, press one of the emergency switches and wait at least 15 minutes
until the system pressure of the hydraulic and drilling fluid circuits are relieved!
Give the operator in the target pit a signal, once the pulling-in operation can be
started without any danger and no further personnel are situated in the target pit.
Fig. 3-14 Danger area for bruising injuries
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The following dangers can be found on the whole jobsite:
Danger of stumbling
• over drilling fluid hoses
• over electric cables
• into the pits
• over the new pipe
• over machine accessories
Always work with circumspect! Look out for any obstacles!

Pay attention to jerky movements of the hydraulic hoses!
Danger!
Danger due to hydraulic oil being under pressure!
Before starting any work on the hydraulics switch the GRUNDODRILL 15 N off
before starting. Wait at least 15 minutes until the system pressure of the
hydraulic and drilling fluid circuit is relieved.
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3.9 Danger for/due to adjacent lines and pipes
During the pilot bore the drill rod with the bore head are pushed ahead into the
ground. If the distance to adjacent pipes is too short, then there is danger that
the pipes can be damaged or separated!
Preventing dangers To prevent dangers, gather information during the jobsite planning phase from
the respective institutes regarding adjacent service pipes in the jobsite area.
You will get information about installed ... service lines at:
• Telephone cable Telephone exchange, private
operator
• Electric cables Power supply companies
• Gas pipes Gas supply companies
• Water pipes municipal works and various
• Sewage pipes municipal works and various
In case of danger take Pipes, which are adjacent to the bore hole could cause various dangers, if these
action
pipes get damaged. In case of damage, depending on the type of pipe, various
measures must be carried out.
Telephone cable
Danger!
Danger of injury to the eyes!
In case of a damage do not look into a glass-fibre cable.
1. Pay attention to cable protection instructions of Telecommunication

companies.
2. Notify the local telecom.
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Electric lines
Danger!
Danger due to electrical power!
If you are situated on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N when damage as occurred, then
do not leave the GRUNDODRILL 15 N under any circumstances.
1. Pay attention to cable protection instructions of utility companies.

2. Inform the respective utility company
3. Secure the damage area
4. Prevent entrance for non authorised persons.
5. Contact utility company.
6. Contact police, fire brigade, ambulance
7. Make access for the fire-brigade, ambulance and the fault-clearing
service.
Gas pipes
Danger of explosion!
1. Do not operate with open fire (lighters).

2. Extinguish all flames and do not ignite any new flames.
3. Shut down all motors (engines).
4. Do not operate electric buttons or withdraw cable plugs.
5. Secure the damage area
6. Prevent entrance for non authorised persons.
8. Contact police, fire brigade, ambulance
9. Make access for the fire-brigade, ambulance and the fault-clearing
service.
Water pipes 1. Close the next possible closing valve

3. Notify the police or fire brigade, if the immediate danger of anybody or
any material assets can not be ruled out.
Sewage pipes 1. Never enter any manholes or sewage pipes alone.

2. Never enter any manholes or sewage pipes without appropriate
protection equipment.
3. Inform the service line owner.
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3.10 Working in pits
When working in pits pay attention to the following warnings:
Danger of falling!
• Only enter the pit under the observation of an expert..

• Determine the pit height.
• Pits and trenches with a depth of more than 1.25 m are only to be entered
and left via appropriate facilities (steps, ladders, manhole steps).
• When there is danger of falling in a pit depth of >5 m, then always work
with a safety facility.
Securing the pit

• Holes in the ground must be secured with appliances, so that people can
not fall into them. Protect the opening and make it accessible or cover the
opening so that it remains stationary.
• The working area close to public roads or railway tracks must be secured
with barriers, safety posts or signal devices.
• When working in pits and trenches the ground and rock walls must be
escarped, so that people can not be endangered by any soil masses side-
slipping. All influences must be taken into consideration, which can cause
a drawback to the standing security of the ground (rain, vibrations etc.)
3.11 Behaviour in case of emergency!
1. Switch off the GRUNDODRILL15 N by pressing the emergency switch

on the remote control or on the hydraulic power unit or have it switched
off. Secure the GRUNDODRILL 15 N against re-starting, by removing
the ignition key.
2. Depending on type of damage carry out the suitable measures
(see chapter 3.9, page 3-23)!
3. Notify the owner/operator of the cable.
4. Estimate the type and extent of the damage,
5. Warn passer-bys and house occupants and keep them away from the
site.
Have the cause cleared.
After the emergency unlock the emergency switch, by turning it clock-wise. Only
re-start the GRUNDODRILL 15 N after clearance of the cause
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3.12 Behaviour in case of accidents with bodily damage
1. Switch off GRUNDODRILL 15 N immediately.
2. Administer first aid:

• protect the injured,
• move the injured into a safe position,
• talk calmly to the injured person,
• administer first-aid treatment.
3. Report the accident

Use telephone or radio: fire-brigade, ambulance, company management
Keep the details short and precise about:
• place of accident,
• course of events,
• number of injured,
• types of injuries,
• your own name.
4. Secure the accident area.

• Prepare access for the ambulance.
• Secure the accident area (warning lights, flags, signals).
• Secure the manholes.
• Safely store components.
• Extinguish possible fire.
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 4 Transportation
4 Transportation
4.1 Load and unload trailer or truck
Safety For safe loading and unloading of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N pay attention to the
following safety instructions:
Warning!
Danger of falling, stumbling and slipping.
• Take care on the loading surface.
• When moving or loading nobody should be situated on the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
• Always load and unload the trailer on stable, horizontal surface.
Danger!
Danger of crushing between bore unit and the walls!
• Keep at a distance to the GRUNDODRILL 15 N!
• Do not stand in between a wall and the GRUNDODRILL 15 N!
Danger!
You could get buried below the bore unit or transport vehicle.
• Do not overload the transport vehicle!
• Make sure that the GRUNDODRILL 15 N is in accordance with the trailer
size and type is correctly loaded.
• The inclination of the ramps must only be maximally 14°.
• The driver must pay attention to the safety instructions of the truck
manufacturer as well as instructions regarding the transportation of loads.
• The mixing tanks / water tanks should be empty.
We recommend to only drive with empty mixing tanks/water tanks.
Full tanks could cause the transport vehicle to be overloaded.
The brake performance of the truck can be hindered with full mixing tanks/
water tanks and the centre of gravity constantly relocates when driving
through bends. Therefore a longer brake distance is required as well as
an increased danger of the truck or trailer tipping over.
Using the truck in drive mode with a full mixing tank is NOT permitted if
the admissible maximum axle load is exceeded. Extreme load on one side
of the truck is not permitted.
Danger!
A driving bore rig can cause fatal injuries to other people.
• For every operation with the GRUNDODRILL 15 N switch on the orange
coloured warning light at the rear on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N with the
switch on the left joystick panel.
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Most boring systems are installed inside/on a truck in production. Depending on

space availability, an additional trailer may be required.
During the boring operation the hydraulic power unit and bentonite mixing tank
remain on the truck.
102 103 100
101
Fig. 4-1 Example of set-up on the truck or trailer
Tab. 4-1 Example of set-up on the truck or trailer
Item No. Element

100 GRUNDODRILL 15 N
101 Accessories and assembly tool boxes
102 Drilling fluid mixing system
103 Work bench and bentonite pallet
Load on the trailer 1. Pay attention that the permissible total weight of the truck is sufficient
(chapter 2.3, page 2-11).
2. Make sure that the trailer is assembled correctly to the pulling vehicle.
3. Check whether the drill rod box is placed in the transport position. This
is indicated (see chapter 3.5, page 3-6ff) on the sign "Transport position"
at the front of the drill rod box.
4. Check the thrust rig. It must be driven completely to the front.
5. Check the bore rig. It must be in a horizontal position.
6. Start the GRUNDODRILL 15 N (chapter 6.4, page 6-56).
7. Connect the remote control to the GRUNDODRILL 15 N (chapter 5.3.4,
page 5-8).
8. Switch the orange coloured warning light on at the rear of the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N with the switch on the left joystick panel.
9. Release the remote control by pressing the horn button on the remote
control.
(Otherwise it is not possible to operate the GRUNDODRILL 15 N with a
remote control.)
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Danger!
Driving bore rig can cause injuries to you and others!
Keep at a sufficient safety distance!
This should have approximately the length of the control cable (5 m).
10. Drive the GRUNDODRILL 15 N via the remote control to the rear of the
trailer, see also chapter 5.3, page 5-4 ff.

Pay attention to the maximal inclination angle of the ramps!
The inclination of the ramps must only be maximally 14°.
11. Align the ramps to the track width of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N and make
sure that therampsare firmly mounted.
12. Switch the motor rpm’s to approx. 1.500 rpm's via the
poti (191) on the right joystick panel.
13. You can lift the front and rear stabilisers, by turning the
knobs (60, 73) on the remote control.
60 73
363000...
Fig. 4-2 Remote control – knobs stabilisers

When driving down the ramp pay attention to weight displacements! Only drive
the GRUNDODRILL 15 N over the ramp in the lowest gear step.
14. Drive the GRUNDODRILL 15 N on to the trailer.
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Information:
If a function has not been operated for approx 3 seconds, then the engine rpm’s
lower automatically to approx. 850 rpm’s (idle running). The engine rpm’s
increase, as soon as a function has been operated.
15. Switch the orange coloured warning light off at the rear of the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N with the switch on the left joystick panel.
16. Place the GRUNDODRILL 15 N in the correct position on the trailer.
17. Drive the front and rear stabiliser down, by operating the relevant turning
switch on the remote control.
18. Switch off the motor with the ignition key.
19. Fasten the GRUNDODRILL 15 N (100 in Fig. 4-3) via the four welded
transport eyelets (21), each with a tension strap (96) tight. Fasten the
tension strap to the transport eyelets of the stabilisers, if provided.
20. Attach the tensioning straps (96) as tight as possible and with a tension
angle of approx. 45° to the trailer (see also chapter 4.2, page 4-7).
100
21 33
96
Fig. 4-3 Standard fastening on the trailer or truck
21 21 33
Fig. 4-4 Transport hooks
21. The drill rod box must be situated in the transportation position. This is
indicated on the sticker at the front of the drill rod box (Table 3-3,
page 3-12).
22. Place all tools and bore accessories on the provided storage places.
Lock all doors and drawers.
Danger!
Loads can fall down!
Do not leave any loose parts on the loading surface!
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Load off the trailer 1. Make sure that the trailer is assembled correctly to the pulling vehicle.
2. Remove the tension straps.

Pay attention to the maximal inclination angle of the ramps!
The inclination of the ramps must only be maximally 14°.
3. Align the ramps to the track width of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N and make
sure that the ramps are firmly mounted.
4. Connect the remote control to the GRUNDODRILL 15 N (see
5. Start the GRUNDODRILL 15 N (see chapter 6.4, page 6-56).
6. Switch the orange coloured warning light on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
with the switch on the left joystick panel.
7. Switch the motor rpm’s to approx. 1,500 rpm’s via the
Information:
The higher the rpm setting, the more sensitive the joysticks will react.
8. You can lift the front and rear stabilisers, by turning the knobs (60, 73) on
the remote control.
60 73
363000...
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When driving down the ramp pay attention to weight displacements!
Only drive the GRUNDODRILL 15 N over the ramp in the lowest gear step.
Keep at a sufficient safety distance! This should have approximately the length
of the control cable (5 m).
9. Drive the GRUNDODRILL 15 N down from the loading surface.
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4.2 Calculating the loading safety measures
The following parameters must be taken into consideration:

• Fg = Weight force of the load in daN
• µ = according to Table 4-2 and Table 4-3.
• f= safety and speed factor to the side and in longitudinal direction
• Fs = Safety force of tensioning straps (marked as Fzul or LC on the
indication affix)
• n = quantity of used tensioning means for each direction (normally 2)
(f – μ) FG
F s = -------------------------------------------------------------------------- × -------
μ × sin α + angle functions αβ n
Fig. 4-6 Sketch for diagonal strappings
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Slide-friction value
Tab. 4-2 Slide-friction value "µ" according to VDI regulation 2700
Material pairings Dry Wet Greasy

Wood/wood 0.20 – 0.50 0.20 – 0.25 0.05 – 0.15
Metal/Wood 0.20 – 0.50 0.20 – 0.25 0.02 – 0.10
Metal/Metal 0.10 – 0.25 0.10 – 0.20 0.01 – 0.10
Concrete/Wood 0.30 – 0.60 0.30 – 0.50 0.10 – 0.20
Tab. 4-3 Additional slide-friction values acc. DEKRA
Dry/
Material pairings Dirty/dry Dirty / wet
brushed clean
Rubber tyres
approx. 0.30 approx. 0.10 - 0.20 approx. 0.40 - 0.45
on steel loading surface
An optimal usage of the strapping means is achieved when tying diagonally

according to the manufacturer’s details, if the following angle areas are paid
attention to:
• Vertical strapping angle α: 20° up to 65°
• Horizontal strapping angle β: 10° up to 50°
Information:
If due to the loading surface conditions α-an angle is smaller than 20°, then the
precise actual angle value can be placed in the formula and the safety force Fs
can be calculated.
All four used strapping means have to be calculated singularly:
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Formula for With this F s- formula the safety force is calculated, which is required for securing
calculating the safety
the load in one direction.
force in case of
diagonal strappings
• This Fs- value of safety force refers to each of the applied strapping
means in each direction.
• The therefore calculated result indicates the minimal required permissible
thrust force, LC, of each applied strapping means.
To determine the safety forces two calculation steps are required:

1. In longitudinal direction
• In drive direction to secure 80 % of the load weight
• Opposite to drive direction to secure 50 % of the load weight
f–μ F
F S = ---------------------------------------------------------------------- × -----G-
( μ × sin α ) + ( cos α × cos β ) n
• In drive direction : f = 0.8 (for the rear strapping means)

• Opposite to drive direction : f = 0.5 (for the front strapping means)
2. In cross direction to secure 70 % of the load weight

This formula is valid for all strapping means, as they secure at the side
simultaneously.
f–μ F
F S = --------------------------------------------------------------------- × -----G-
( μ × sin α ) + ( cos α × sin β ) n
f = 0.7 (not secure loading goods)
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Examples F G = 10,000 daN (or loading weight: 10,000 kg) µ = 0.2 α = 40° β = 20°
1. Secured in drive direction
0.8 – 0.2 10000

F S = --------------------------------------------------------------------- × ---------------
( 0.2 × 0.64) + ( 0.77 × 0.94) 2
0, 6 0, 6
F S = ------------------------------------- × 5000daN = ---------------- × 5000daN = 3521 daN
0.128 + 0.7238 0.8518
Information: f = 0.8 is only taken into consideration in worst case scenario
2. Secured at side
0.7 – 0.2 10000

F S = --------------------------------------------------------------------- × ---------------
( 0.2 × 0.64) + ( 0.77 × 0.34) 2
0.5 0.5
F S = ------------------------------------- × 5000daN = ---------------- × 5000daN = 6414daN
0.128 + 0.2618 0.3898
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Results of • Secured in drive direction: The permissible pulling force (LC) of each
calculations
applied strapping means must be at least 3521 daN.
• Securing to the side: The permissible pulling force (LC) of each applied
strapping means must be at least 6414 daN.
Therefore the strapping means must have an LC of at least 6414 daN.
Information:
The strapping points must be positioned, so that they can also retain the
transferred pulling forces.
The result of the calculation, which is the required security force of each single
strapping means, is decisive for the strapping angles α and β for the slide-
friction value µ.
Additional means Several strapping material manufacturers offer additional means, for example
from strap
"Trucker’s Disc", the "Strapping force controller" or the "Strapping force
manufacturer’s
calculator".
These are recommended to the people responsible for securing loads, as they
determine the safety forces when strapping diagonally much easier.
Tab. 4-4 Overview of permissible strapping means according to DIN EN 12195
Strapping means Tensioning means Tensioning element Connection element

Tension strap Belt strap Ratchet Strap hook
Winch Terminal link
Clamp lock Oval link
Strap chain Round steel chain Spindle tensioner Hook
tension lock Shackle
Pull chain Terminal link
Reduction element
Strapping wire Wire Winch, Pull chain Hook
Shackle
Terminal link
Combination link
The strapping means can be combined with each other:

With the framework of the standardising loading safety measure regulations
throughout Europe the regulations regarding the strapping means and
calculation of strapping forces are to be standardised internationally.
The following standards are in force:

• DIN EN 12195, Part 1 "Calculation of strapping force" (enforced since
April 2004)
• DIN EN 12195, Part 2 "Calculation of synthetics" (enforced since
February 2001)
• DIN EN12195, Part 3 "Tension chains" (enforced since July 2001)
• DIN EN 12195, Part 4 "Strapping wires" (enforced since April 2004)
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4.3 Lifting GRUNDODRILL 15 N with a crane
When lifting the GRUNDODRILL 15 N with a crane pay attention to the following
safety indications:
• Pay attention to the lifting device manufacturer’s operating manual,

especially the safety instructions!
• Pay attention to the lifting device manufacturer’s details, these always
have priority!
• Do not lift the GRUNDODRILL in water, soft ground, underground or in
explosive endangered areas!
• Dismantle or remove the drill rod box before lifting (see chapter 6.8,
page 6-79).
• Only use a traverse, which is approved for the machine weight and
loading device!
• The minimal width between the lower traverse eyelet must be large
enough, so that the bore unit can not be damaged!
• The wire cables applied must be long enough, so that the
GRUNDODRILL hangs balanced in the crane.
• Do not use any damaged load strapping material!
Information:
You can get the precise measurements for the traverse and wire cables from the
Tracto-Technik customer service (see chapter 8, page 8-1).
Fig. 4-7 Lifting the GRUNDODRILL with a crane (example diagram)
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1. Empty the fresh water tank.

2. Fasten the shorter wire cable (98 in Fig. 4-8) to the front transport
eyelet (21) and the longer (99) one to the rear transport eyelet (33).
Fasten the other ends of the wire cables to the traverse (97).
Danger!
Falling loads!
In case of a different distance between traverse and standing surface of the
machine the front and rear cable lengths must be altered proportionally, to keep
the centre of gravity in the middle during the lifting process.
When lifting the load tightening means must not abrase on the drive frame or any
other parts of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
3. Slowly lift the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
97
99 98 99
98
33
21
Fig. 4-8 Attach the wire cable to the traverse and transport eyelets
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4.4 Towing the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
When towing the GRUNDODRILL 15 N pay attention to the following safety

indications:
• Only use sufficiently dimensioned towing means!

• The towing means must not be fastened to the hydraulic adjustment
cylinder on the anchoring plate!
• It is forbidden for people to stand in the area of the towing device!
• Only tow away over short distances (up to max. 1 km) and with a speed
of less than 1.6 km/h.
Only tow the GRUNDODRILL 15 N away, if it has broken down and disturbs the
working area or when it is situated in a danger area.
If the drive engine can not be started, then the mechanical brakes of the
undercarriage-drive must be loosened before towing away!
In this case contact our customer service.
TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG

Spezialmaschinen.
An der Karlshütte
D - 57368 Lennestadt
Telephone: 02723 / 9155-0
Telefax: 02723 / 9155-480
E-Mail: grundodrill@tracto-technik.de
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1. Start the GRUNDODRILL 15 N (chapter 5.3.2, page 5-6).

2. If necessary switch the flip switch (194) on the right joystick Service
panel over from service to operate mode.
Operation
3. If necessary switch the flip switch (192) on the right joystick
panel over from bore mode to drive mode.
The following screen will show on the operating terminal.
Fig. 4-9 Screen: "Motor data"
4. Set the motor rpm’s to approx. 1.500 rpm's via the poti (191)
on the right joystick panel.
Information: If you do not operate any functions for the
next 3 seconds, then the engine rpm’s will drop
automatically to idle running rpm (approx. 800 rpm).
5. If necessary the bore rig must be driven into the horizontal
position. Place the rear and front inclination cylinder into the
horizontal position, by pressing the buttons on the left
joystick.
6. Swing the anchoring plate up to the top, by pressing the

button on the right joystick.
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7. Guide a sufficient towing means (104 in Fig. 4-10) e. g. a chain or a

cable, through the anchoring plate (25). Guide the towing means over
the anchoring plate attachment and then again back underneath the
anchoring plate. Fasten the towing means with a suitable hook or
shackle.
104
25
Fig. 4-10 Attaching the towing means
8. Start driving slowly.
Risk of fatal danger!

GRUNDODRILL 15 N can roll away and run over you!
Secure the GRUNDODRILL 15 N against rolling away after the towing process.
To do so use e. g. brake blocks.
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 5 Set-up and installation
5 Set-up and installation
5.1 Planning of the jobsite
It is recommended to plan the jobsite by using the check list in the annexure.
5.2 Conditions for the jobsite
The whole jobsite must be sealed off against unauthorized people.

Set up a sign with the following text:
"JOBSITE - Entrance for unauthorized persons prohibited!"
A minimum of 2 persons are required for the set up of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
The GRUNDODRILL 15 N must only be applied in areas, where there is no

danger of any objects falling from avoce.
During bore work the jobsite must be lit up with at least 100 Lux. (The
GRUNDODRILL 15 N –lighting at the front of the cabin will give ca. 30 Lux
during night mode).
5.2.1 Conditions for the machine pit
The entrance pit is required for the starting phase and helps the bore head to
penetrate into the ground.
The entrance pit should generally have the following dimensions:

• Length x width: 50 cm x 60 cm
• Depth: 20 cm
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5.2.2 Conditions of the starting and target pits and any intermediate pits
The size of the pit depends on the depth of the bore path, the pipe outer diameter
and the quantity of the pipes to be installed.
For one bore For two bores For three bores
100 cm
150 cm 220 cm
For four bores
280 cm
Fig. 5-1 Cross-section example of a starting or target pit (pipe outer diameter 100 mm)
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5.2.3 Securing the pit
• Holes in the ground must be secured with appliances, so that people can
not fall into them. Protect the opening and make it accessible or cover the
opening so that it remains stationary.
• The working area close to public roads or railway tracks must be secured
with barriers, safety posts or signal devices.
• The distance between the bore unit and the barrier must be at least
1.50 m.
• In pedestrian areas the product pipes must be secured by pylons.
• Secure the set-up surface and pits against entrance by unauthorised
persons! Secure the working area with pylons, barrier tape and warning
signs with the warning: "Presence in the area of danger is prohibited"!
• Nobody must be situated in the safety area of the bore rig during the bore
operation!
• When working in pits and trenches the ground and rock walls must be
escarped, so that people can not be endangered by any soil masses side-
slipping. All influences must be taken into consideration, which can cause
a drawback to the standing security of the ground (rain, vibrations etc.)
m
100
50-
Mindestbreite 5,5 m
1,50 m
m
0
-5
0m 30
- 10
50
Fig. 5-2 Example for securing the pits
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5.3 Drive GRUNDODRILL 15 N to the jobsite
5.3.1 Inspections before and when starting to operate the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Carry out the following tests before starting to operate the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
(see also operating manual of the motor manufacturer):
• Remove the water from the fuel pre-filter via the outlet screw (282 in
Fig. 5-3)
• Check the motor oil level via the oil dip stick (283).
• Check the hydraulic oil level by checking the oil level indicator (284) on the
hydraulic oil tank.
283
282
284
Fig. 5-3 Checks before starting to operate
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Carry out the following checks at the operating terminal, while you are starting
to operate the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
• Check the coolant on the cool water temperature indicator (137, Fig. 5-4).
• Check the Diesel supply on the Diesel tank indicator (139).
During operation the beam is green until the tank contents are 20 %, after
that the beam turns to red.
When filling up the beam is red until the tank contents are 40 %, after that
the beam turns to green.
137
139
Fig. 5-4 Checks while starting to operate
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5.3.2 Start the motor
Operation
Information!
The ignition key must only be used as single key.
You are not allowed to have other keys hanging from the key ring in the
ignition lock.
3. When cold starting the engine turn the ignition key

into the position 1 and wait approx. 10 seconds until 1
0 2
the controls have driven up.
P
• Position P:
Parking position for operating with remote control
• Position 0 Motor off (no function)
• Position 1 Pre-heating
• Position 2 Start
4. Turn the ignition key to the right to position "2" and hold it in place. Let
go of the ignition key as soon as the motor starts running.
Do not operate any machine functions for approx. 20 seconds after
starting the motor, so that the control can drive up!
Should a machine error occur, then the screen "error" will show automatically on
the operating terminal (see Fig. 8-1, page 8-1).
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5.3.3 Carry out the calculations
Carry out the calculations, to determine the exact position of the

GRUNDODRLL 15 N. Use the masks in chapter 6.2.6.23, page 6-37 up to
chapter 6.2.6.27, page 6-41 to assist.
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5.3.4 Prepare the GRUNDODRILL 15 N for operation
1. Fold the stepladder to the cabin upwards, before operating the

GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
2. Swing the cabin inwards manually.

• Switch the cabin lock on the cabin floor vertically upwards
(65, Fig. 5-5).
• Swing the cabin inwards.
• Switch the cabin lock (65) back down to lock the cabin.
270 65
Fig. 5-5 Lock the cabin
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Operation
5. Switch the motor rpm’s to approx. 1.500 rpm’s via the

6. Drive the drill rod box into the transport position, by shortly
pressing the button (179) on the left joystick. You have
reached the transport position, when the drill rod box is
situated between bay 4 and 5.
Information!
The remote control (chapter 5.3.5, page 5-10) will ony be released, if the drill rod
box is situated in the transport position.
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5.3.5 Connect the remote control
Connect the remote control to the plug (35 in Fig. 5-7) on GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
Information:
If the remote control is connected, then the operating elements in the cabin are
non functional.
35
Fig. 5-7 Connect the remote control
Release the remote control by pressing the horn button (62) on the remote
control.
62
363000...
Fig. 5-8 Remote control:
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5.3.6 Connect remote control (option)
Optionally a remote control system can be operated with the GRUNDODRILL.

The remote control system consists of:
• Drive-remote control (chapter 6.2.3, page 6-5)
(only to drive the GRUNDODRILL)
• Pit-remote control (chapter 6.2.4, page 6-6)
(obly for the safe assembly and disassembly of the bore accessories in
the target pit)
It can be applied for the following machines:

• GRUNODRILL 10 XP
• GRUNODRILL 15 XP
The GRUNDODRILL can always only be operated from one operating element,
either
• from the operator seat,
• from the drive-remote control or
• from the pit remote control.
The remote control, which has been activated first, has priority against the
others.
Information:
The emergency stop switch on the operator seat is always functional.
To activate the remote control system

1. set the ignition key on the operator seat to 1
0 2
Position "P" and
2. activate the requested remote control P
Information:
If the ignition key is set at position "P", then no functions can be carried out from
the cabin.
The ignition key can remain for 1 to 2 weeks in position "P" to transport or store
the GRUNDODRILL. If a longer standstill of the GRUNDODRILL is intended,
then set the ignition key to position "0".
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Drive-remote control
423 411 419
420
Fig. 5-9 Drive-remote control
The drive remote control has a range of approx. 300 m. As soon as the signal is
disturbed or interrupted, the machine is switched off.
Pay attention to the following safety instructions when operating with the drive
remote control:
• Always keep a sufficient safety distance! This should beat least 1.5 m
but maximally 3 m .
• Do not walk around the GRUNDODRILL when driving it, DO NOT RIDE
ON THE GRUNDODRILL 15 N!
• Do not drive the GRUNDODRILL over hydraulic hoses, drill fluid hoses or
control cables, these could get damaged or separated.
• Make sure in the front and rear areas that the GRUNDODRILL does not
strike the ground.
• By lowering the stabilisers you can decrease the danger of the
GRUNDODRILL tipping.
• The GRUNDODRILL must not be driven aslant to a slope or other
terrains, placed anywhere or operated, where it is steeper than 20
degrees.
• Check the ground of the jobsite, to ensure the necessary standing
security. From a wind speed of more than 33 m/sec (Wind strength 12)
the GRUNDODRILL must not be operated.
• Only drive the GRUNDODRILL with the cabin locked!
Conditions for the operation of the drive-remote control:

• The drill rod box is situated in the transport position (see Point 6.,
page 5-9)
• The ignition key is situated in position "P".
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Operating with drive- 1. Switch on the drive-remote control with the key switch (420, Fig. 5-9).
remote control
2. If the gree control lamp (423) starts blinking, start the GRUNDODRILL,
by pressing the start button (419) and keeping it pressed, until the
machine is started.
3. Carry out the necessary machine operations.
4. Switch on the drive-remote control with the key switch (420). The motor
of the GRUNDODRILL switches off.
Optionally you can set the ignition key to position "1" when the machine
is running, to switch over the control to the operator seat. In this case the
motor will keep on running. The drive-remote control must be switched
off afterwards.
Information:
The operation of the GRUNDODRILL can be interrupted at any time by pressing
the emergency OFF switch. The motor of the GRUNDODRILL will then switch
off.
Pit-remote control
406
405
408
Fig. 5-10 Pit-remote control
The pit remote control has a range of approx. 300 m. As soon as the signal is
disturbed or interrupted, the machine is switched off.
Conditions for the operation of the pit remote control:

• The ignition key is situated in position "P".
• The operator is sitting on the operator seat inside the cabin of the
GRUNDODRILL. The position switch on the operator seat is active.
• The operator and the colleague in the target pit are in contact with each
other by walky-talky.
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Operating from the 1. Switch the ignition of the motor on, by pressing the start button (408,
target pit.
Fig. 5-10).
2. If the gree control lamp (405) starts blinking, start the GRUNDODRILL,
by pressing the start button (408) and keeping it pressed, until the
machine is started.
3. Carry out the necessary bore functions.
While the bore functions are being steered from the pit remote control, a
warning signal will sound on the GRUNDODRILL.
4. After completion of the work in the target pit, switch the GRUNDODRILL
and the pit remote control off by pressing the emergency OFF
switch (406).
5. Inform the operator, that the GRUNDODRILL can be operated from the
operator seat again.
The GRUNDODRILL mus be re-started from the operator seat.
Information:
The operation of the GRUNDODRILL can be interrupted at any time by pressing
the emergency OFF switch. The motor of the GRUNDODRILL will then switch
off.
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5.3.7 Lift the stabilisers
1. Make the preparations from chapter 5.3.2, page 5-6.
Danger of bruises!
Keep at a sufficient distance from the stabilisers!
2. Lift the rear and front stabiliser, by pressing the buttons on

the right joystick.
Information:
If the remote control is connected, then the joysticks are non-functional. You can
lift and lower the stabilisers, by turning the knobs (60, 73) on the remote control.
60 73
363000...
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5.3.8 Align the bore rig horizontally

2. Align the bore rig horizontally, by pressing the buttons on
the left joystick.
Information:
61 67
363000...
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5.3.9 Operating the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
When operating with the GRUNDODRILL 15 N pay attention to the following

safety indications:
• To drive the GRUNDODRILL 15 N use the remote control.

• Make sure in the front and rear areas that the GRUNDODRILL 15 N does
not strike the ground.
• By lowering the stabilisers you can decrease the danger of the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N tipping.
• The GRUNDODRILL 15 N must not be driven aslant to a slope or other
terrains, placed anywhere or operated, where it is steeper than 20
degrees.
• Always keep at a sufficient safety distance! This should have
approximately the length of the control cable (5 m).
• Do not walk around the GRUNDODRILL 15 N when driving it, DO NOT
RIDE ON THE GRUNDODRILL 15 N!
• Do not drive the GRUNDODRILL 15 N over hydraulic hoses, drill fluid
hoses or control cables, these could get damaged or separated.
• Check the ground of the jobsite, to ensure the necessary standing
security. From a wind speed of more than 33 m/sec (Wind strength 12)
the GRUNDODRILL 15 N must not be operated.
• Only drive the GRUNDODRILL 15 N with the cabin locked!

2. Choose the required driving direction with the right (68 in Fig. 5-13) and
left (69) hand lever. To drive the GRUNDODRILL 15 N to the front, press
both joysticks forward.
69 68
363000...
Fig. 5-13 Drive the GRUNDODRILL 15 N with the remote control
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5.3.10 Halting the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Let go of both hand levers (68, 69 in Fig. 5-13) on the remote control, they will
spring automatically back into the centre position.
The GRUNDODRILL 15 N will come to a halt.
60 73
69 68
363000...
Fig. 5-14 Halting the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
If you halt or place the GRUNDODRILL 15 N on a slanted surface, then lower

the stabilisers. Turn the knobs (60 and 73) on the remote control to the left.
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5.4 Set up the GRUNDODRILL 15 N for operation.

2. Drive the GRUNDODRILL 15 N to the starting position at

the entrance pit (see chapter 5.3.9, page 5-17).
Danger of bruises!
Keep at a sufficient distance from the stabilisers!
3. Lower the rear and front stabiliser completely down, by

pressing the buttons on the right joystick.
Information:
If the remote control is connected, then the joysticks are non-
functional. You can lift and lower the stabilisers, by turning the knobs (60, 73) on
the remote control.
60 73
363000...
4. Disconnect the remote control and store it in a secure place.

5. Fold down the cabin step-ladders.
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5.4.1 Lower anchoring plate
1. Disconnect the transport bar.

2. Make the preparations from chapter 5.4, page 5-19.
Danger of bruises!
Keep at a sufficient distance from the anchoring plate!
3. Lower the anchoring plate, by pressing the button on the

right joystick.
4. When you let go of the button, the anchor plate will stop.
Information:
align the anchoring plate, by turning the knob (63) on the remote control.
63
363000...
Fig. 5-16 Remote control – button anchoring plate
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5.4.2 Lower the bore rig
Align the bore rig, so that the anchor plate lies even on the round (chapter 5.3.8,
page 5-16).
Information:
61 67
363000...
It may be necessary to fine adjust the anchoring plate.
5.4.3 Switching off the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
1. Switch the motor rpm’s to idle gas via the poti (191) on the
right joystick panel.
2. Turn the ignition key into the "0" position and remove it.. 1
0 2
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5.5 Installation of the Zap-Alert package
5.5.1 Check the Zap-Alert
When checking the GRUNDODRILL 15 N must be under electrical power!
• Check A of Zap-Alert
1. Clamp the testing device to the earth rod (coming from the strike alert
system) and the other to any metallic part of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
where there is no paint surface!
(the ground stake must not touch the GRUNDODRILL 15 N).
2. Start the GRUNDODRILL 15 N (chapter 6.4, page 6-56).
3. Check if the main operator panel has electrical power running through it.
4. Press the button on the testing device.
If the warning siren sounds then the Zap-Alert has passed check A.
5. The alarm will switch off by pressing the RESET button.
• Check B of Zap-Alert
1. For additional test in connection with control check A , allow the

grounding stake to touch a non-coated metal part of the
GRUNDODRILL. 15 N in contact.
2. Press the button on the testing device.
If the warning siren sounds then the Zap-Alert has passed check B.
Testing unit Zap Alert
Machine part
Earthing rod
Additionally with
Check B
Fig. 5-18 Check Zap Alert
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5.5.2 Overview of the Zap-Alert package
12
36
39
38
37
Fig. 5-19 Overview of the Zap-Alert package
Tab. 5-1 Overview of the Zap-Alert package
Item
Safety equipment Function
No.
12 Zap Alert gives a signal when crossing power carrying wires, therefore
when the GRUNDODRILL 15 N is under current.
36 Grounding stake of diverts power away, in case the GRUNDODRILL 15 N gets under
Zap Alert current by working close by to power cables. The Zap-Alert only
works in connection with a grounding stake from Zap-Alert.
37 Earthing cable guide the current away from the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
with grounding stake
38 / 39 Stepping grid / guide the current into the ground. During working measures
grounding mat around the GRUNDODRILL 15 N the bore team should stand on
these mats. The second grounding mat (39) is optional.
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5.5.3 Set up the Zap-Alert package
After the GRUNDODRILL 15 N has been set up for operation (chapter 5.4,
page 5-19) first of all the Zap-Alert (power current warning device) for the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N must be installed, before starting any bores or anchoring
the unit.
1. Take the ground stake, which is connected to the Zap-Alert system

(connect plug between cabin and anchoring plate) and unreel the cable
from the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
12
36
Fig. 5-20 Zap-Alert (12) and grounding stake (36)
Danger!
You could get an electric shock when hitting the ground stake into the ground.
Always wear insulated safety shoes and safety gloves.
2. Strike the grounding stake into the ground, at a distance of approx. 1.5
to 2 m from the GRUNDODRILL 15 N and vertically to the bore path.
It is important that the stake is placed in conductive soil. Water the
ground beforehand in case of extremely dry or asphalted ground.
If the ground stake hits an electrical cable and electricity flows through the bore
rig and the ground, then a siren will sound. If you switch off the Zap-Alert then
the warning siren will not switch off. It will only stop, when the electric flow has
been stopped.
Danger!
You can get an electrical shock.
The operator MUST NOT AT ANY COST leave the machine, operator seat or
the grounding mat until the power flow has been interrupted and safety is
guaranteed.
Warning!
If the power flow is not interrupted correctly, then an automatic circuit breaker
can supply the power cable with power, or supply contact between the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N and the power cable.
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3. Lay out the grounding mats parallel to the GRUNDODRILL 15 N and

connect the cable to one of the plugs on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
Optionally, you can lay out a second grounding mat on the other side of
the GRUNDODRILL 15N.
4. Connect the grounding stake to the other plug and strike the grounding
stake next to the grounding mat vertically into the ground.
5.6 Anchor the GRUNDODRILL 15 N to the ground
5.6.1 Remove the thrust anchor
Remove the thrust anchor from the anchoring plate (25 in Fig. 5-21)
• Remove the safety pin (71)
• Remove the bolt (70).
• Remove the thrust anchor (72)
72
70
71
25
Fig. 5-21 Remove the thrust anchor
It may be necessary to re-start the GRUNDODRILL 15 N in drive mode (see

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5.6.2 Place the anchoring thrust unit into position:
Depending on ground resistance or adjacent service lines underground up to

4 anchors or positions could be required.
1. Start the GRUNDODRILL 15 N in drive mode.

3. Switch the anchor thrust unit (175) on using the left

joystick.
4. Place the anchor thrust unit in position:

• Disconnect the safety rod, which is used to secure the anchoring plate
during transportation.
Attention! When moving the anchor thrust unit with safety rod the
guidance of the anchoring thrust unit will get damaged.
• Push the anchor thrust unit (28) manually by hand into the first thrust
position and lock it in place with the bolt (74).
5. Drive the anchor thrust unit with the hydraulic lever (75) upwards.
75
28
74
Fig. 5-22 Place the anchoring thrust unit into position
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5.6.3 Ram in the thrust anchors
Before starting the anchoring process, please pay attention to the following
safety instructions:
• Anchor plate must be situated completely on the ground!
• Make sure that there are no pipes or cables underground or at the surface
in the thrusting area!
1. Ram in the first thrust anchor:

• Guide the impact head (76 in Fig. 5-22) into the thrust anchor
opening (72).
• Then place the complete unit into the first opening of the anchor plate.
• Drive the anchor thrust unit right down with the hydraulic lever. The
thrust anchor is driven into the ground until the stop. In case of strong
resistance the percussive hammer will switch on automatically.
76
72
Fig. 5-23 Thrust anchor
2. Drive the anchor thrust unit with the hydraulic lever upwards.
3. Remove the impact head (76) from the thrust anchor (72).
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5.6.4 Fasten the thrust anchor
The GRUNDODRILL 15 N is only correctly anchored, if the thrust anchor is

bolted to the anchor plate.
1. Fasten the thrust anchor to the anchor plate:

• Turn the ring (78, Fig. 5-24) until the bore holes are aligned.
• Push the bolt (70) out of the ring (78) and the thrust anchor (72).
• Fix the bolt (70) in position with the safety pin (71).
76
70
72
78 71
Fig. 5-24 Fixing the ground stakes to the anchor plate
2. Drive the anchor thrust unit with the hydraulic lever upwards.
3. Ram in the second thrust anchor, follow the working steps in
chapter 5.6.3, page 5-27 and in this chapter.
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5.7 Swing the cabin out
Danger of bumping!
Cabin will swing out!
Keep at a distance from the cabin movement area.
1. Pull the cabin locking device (65 in Fig. 5-25) up from the cabin floor.
2. Swing the cabin manually.
The cabin can be swung out in 5 steps.
3. In one of the 5 positions fold the cabin locking device (65) back down.
270 65
Fig. 5-25 Cabin locking device (left), swing cabin out (right)
4. Fold down the cabin step-ladders.
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5.8 Assemble the sonde and the bore head into sonde housing.
(for units of companies RD and DIGITRAC)
Information
This chapter is valid for bores with battery charged sondes inside the bore head.
If carrying out a cable guided bore, then procede as described in chapter 5.9,
page 5-34.
5.8.1 Prepare the bore head assembly (with old sonde model)
The complete bore head consists of a bore head, sonde housing and the sonde.
80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91
93 92
Fig. 5-26 Bore head assembly
Tab. 5-2 Bore head components
Item No. Component Item No. Component

80 Bore head 87 Batteries (two)
81 O-ring seal 88 Screwing
82 Plastic red sealing ring 89 T-connection
83 Lock-pin for front buffer holder 90 Rear buffer
84 Front buffer 91 Sonde housing
85 Lock sleeve 92 Torsional protection
86 Sonde 93 Lock-pins (inner and outer)
1. Check the seal ring (81 in Fig. 5-26) and the red seal ring (82) for wear
and tear and if necessary replace them.
2. Grease the bore head (80).
3. Open the screwing (88) and insert two loaded batteries (size C).
Pay attention to the battery conditions and the battery poles!
Information
Optionally a rubber buffer can be placed between the batteries.
4. Pay attention to the soundness of the seal ring.

5. Close the screwing (88) tight again.
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6. Connect the buffer at the rear (90) via the T-connection (89).
Do not crush the buffer!
Check to see that the bore head and sonde housing both are in the
12 o’clock position!
7. Connect the torsion protection (92) with the lock pin (83) to the bore
head (80).
8. Grease the torsion protection (92).
9. Push the buffer through the front (84).
10. Push the torsion protection (92) into the lock piece (85). Pay attention to
the correct adjustment to 12 o’ clock position between sonde and bore
head.
11. Push the bore head (80) complete with the connected sonde into the
bore head housing (81).
12. Lock the bore head (80) with the lock pin (93).
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5.8.2 Prepare the sonde (new model)
The new sonde model is as follows:
91
89 85 83 84 89 86 87 88 89 90
Fig. 5-27 Sonde
Tab. 5-3 Sonde components
Item No. Component Item No. Component

83 Lock-pin for front buffer holder 88 Screwing
84 Front buffer 89 T-connection with lock cap
85 Lock cap with tension ring 90 Rear buffer
86 Sonde 91 Carbon sleeve
87 Batteries (two)
To prepare the sonde and the bore head assembly, follow the following steps:
and tear and if necessary replace them.
2. Grease the bore head (not pictured).
3. Open the screwing (88) and insert two loaded batteries (size C).
Pay attention to the battery conditions and the battery poles!
4. Pay attention to the soundness of the seal ring.
5. Close the screwing (88) tight again.
Do not crush the buffer!
Check to see that the bore head and sonde housing both are in the
12 o’clock position!
7. Connect the buffer at the front (84) via the T-connection (89).
9. Push the lock cap (85) on to the buffer at the front.
10. Connect the bore head with the T-connection of the lock
cap (89) and pay attention to the marked 12 o’clock position on the
sonde.
11. Push this complete set into the carbon sleeve. Lock the lock cap with the
tension sleeve via the tension ring (85) (a special assembly tool is
provided for locking)
12. Connect the bore head via a torsional protection with the sonde in the
carbon sleeve (91).
13. Push the bore head complete with the connected sonde into the bore
head housing.
14. Lock the bore head with the lock pin.
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5.8.3 Check the function of the sonde
The function check of the sonde depends on the sonde type.

Please read the manufacturer’s operating manual.
5.8.4 Calibrate the detection system
The calibration of the detection system can vary depending on the manufacturer.
Please read the manufacturer’s operating manual.
During calibration please make sure that no cables or steel cables or pipes or
armoured concrete are in the ground and no metal surfaces and high voltage
cables are nearby! Otherwise incorrect calibration results could be determined.
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5.9 Assemble the cable guided sonde and bore head into the sonde
housing (for RD and DIGITRAC units)
Information regarding set up of the bore head assembly chapter 5.8, page 5-30
and in chapter 9.11, page 9-15.
5.9.1 Dismantle battery charged sonde
Dismantle the battery charged sonde from the bore head assembly. Then
proceed as follows:
1. Pull the lock pins (93) out of the bore head (80).
2. Pull the bore head with the connected sonde (86) out of the bore head
assembly hosuing (90).
3. Loosen the sonde from the bore head, by:
• turning the torsional protection (92) out of the loack (85) and
• pulling out the lock pin (83).
80 83 85 86 90 89 91
93 92 94, 95
Fig. 5-28 Bore head assembly with battery charged sonde
4. Loosen the blind screwing (94) with the seal (95) at the end of the bore
head assembly. The cable to assemble the cable guided sonde is guided
through this opening.
94 95
Fig. 5-29 Blind screwing with seal
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5.9.2 Assemble cable guided sonde
The cable guided is already prepared and ready for use by Tracto-Technik.
Fig. 5-30 Cable guided sonde
Assemble the cable guided sonde as follows:

and tear or fissures and if necessary replace them.
2. Grease the bore head (80).
3. Connect the torsion protection (92) with the lock pin (83) to the bore
head (80).
4. Grease the torsion protection (92).
5. Push the buffer through the front (84).
80 81 82 83 84 85 86 91
93 92
Fig. 5-31 Bore head assembly
6. Push the torsion protection (92) into the lock piece (85). Pay attention to
the correct adjustment to 12 o’ clock position between sonde and bore
head.
85 84 92
Fig. 5-32 Torsional protection and lock
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7. Pull the cable of the sonde with a pulling device from the bore head side
through the rear opening of the bore head assembly.
8. Push the seal (370), the pressure piece (371) and the screwing (372) on
to the cable.
370 371 372
Fig. 5-33 Seal, pressure piece and screwing for cable
9. Push the bore head (80) complete with the connected sonde into the
bore head housing (81). Pull the cable carefully as far out of the bore
head assembly, so that it tensions slightly.
10. Lock the bore head (80) with the lock pin (93).
11. Push the seal and pressure piece over the cable into the opening of the
bore head assembly and screw the screwing tight, so that the connection
is sealed.
80 86 91
93 370-372
Fig. 5-34 Bore head assembly with cable guided sonde
Then check the function of the sonde and calibrate the detection system as
described in chapter 5.8.3, page 5-33 and chapter 5.8.4, page 5-33.
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5.10 Convert the GRUNDODRILL 15 N for cable guided bores
Depending on the version the GRUNDODRILL 15 N machine series is already

prepared for cable guided bores. The necessary cable connection from the
cabin to the rinsing head or to the rotational motor is already available on these
machines.
For the installationf the cable on older machine please contact customer service
(see chapter 8, page 8-1).
For cable guided bores you must

• assemble the friction ring on to the rinsing head,
• assemble the detection system monitor and
• assemble the front operating panel of the safety device,
• plug in the rear operating panel of the safety device,
• assemble the working base of the safety device.
Conditions • The drill rod is screwed off the rinsing head.

• The cabin is swivelled (see chapter 5.7, page 5-29).
• The front and rear operating panel for cable guided bores is connected.
• The working platform for cable guided bores is assembled.
• The rinsing head is situated at the rear, in an easily accessible position.
• On the rinsing head of the sub-saver there is a hole for the cable entrance.
• All components and accessories for the conversion are ready for use (see
annexure, chapter 13.2, page 13-3).
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5.10.1 Assemble the friction ring
The friction ring is assembled on the sub-saver and transfers the voltage from
the bore rig via the cable to the sonde and the signal from sonde back to the bore
rig. It functions as a plus pole for the voltage. The drill rod functions as a minus
pole. The battery of the machine supplies the sonde with 24 V.
The friction ring comprises of insulation and contact ring and is connected via a
contact track on the rinsing head on the cable to the cabin.
For the assembly you require the following components:

• Friction ring (373)
• Insulation piece (374) for the contact track with fastening screws
• Contact track (375) with fastening screws
• Cable entrance (376) with seal (377), pressure piece (378) and
screwing (379)
373 375 374
376 377 378 379
Fig. 5-35 Friction ring and assembly parts
Danger due to unexpected movements!

Switch the GRUNDODRILL 15 N off.
Secure the GRUNDODRILL 15 N against re-starting, by removing the ignition
key.
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Proceed as follows to assemble the friction ring:
1. Push the friction ring on to the sub-saver, so that both screws (380) fit on
the sub-saver in the grooves (381) of the insulation of the frcition ring
(Fig. 5-36). The section for the contact track points upwards (Fig. 5-37).
381
380
Fig. 5-36 Sub-saver and friction ring
388
Fig. 5-37 Friction ring pushed upwards
2. Lock the friction ring with the lock pin (388)
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3. Screw the blind screwing (382, Fig. 5-38) out of the sub-saver and the
cable entrance (376) into the sub-saver.
382 376
Fig. 5-38 Screw in the cable entrance
4. Assemble the insulation piece (374) for the contact track on to the rinsing
head.
374
Fig. 5-39 Assemble the insulation piece.
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5. Screw the contact track (375) on to the insulation piece, so that the end
of the contact track is situated in the opening (383) of the friction ring.
Depending on the length of the counter piece between rinsing head and
friction ring, the contact track could be tightened with one screw.
383 374
Fig. 5-40 Contact track assembled
6. Connect the cable (384) from the cabin to the contact track.
384
Fig. 5-41 Cable from cabin connected
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5.10.2 Assemble the monitor (old model) for cable guided bores
For cable guided bores an additional monitor is required in the cabin. This
monitor and the adapter required adapter for data storage are included in the
package of the detection system (the precise version depends on the model)
To assemble the monitor for cable guided bores inside the cabin, please
procede as follows:
1. Push the adapter for data storage (385) into the monitor (386) and screw
it tight.
385
386
Fig. 5-42 Assemble the adapter for data storage into the monitor (Example)
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2. Place the monitor on the holder (387) inside the cabin. The monitor will
be held in place by magnetic feet and can not slip to one side.
3. Plug the adapter plug into the right plug on the cabin ceiling.
387
Fig. 5-43 Connect the monitor
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5.10.3 Assemble the safety device for cable guided bores.
The safety device for cable guided bores comprises of:

• front operating panel (dismountable) (368, Fig. 5-44),
• rear operating panel (assembled tight) (369),
• safety slide door (388) made of plexy-glass and
• working platform (389)
• handle (399)
The safety slide door with rear operating panel and handle are already
assembled.
1. Hook the working platform with the bolt into the holder (395) and secure
the bolt (396) with the safety linch pin.
2. Place the feet of the working platform at the right height and secure it with
the bolts (397).
3. Hook the ladder (398) of the working platform in place and screw it tight.
369
368
388
399
395
396
389
398
397
Fig. 5-44 Assemble the safety device for cable guided bores.
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4. Separate the plug (350) and socket (351) of the front control line and
connect the plug of the front operating panel (349) with the front
socket (351) of the control line.
5. Separate the plug (353) and socket (354) of the rear control line and
connect the plug of the rear operating panel (352) with the socket (354)
of the control line.
353 351
350
352
354 349
Fig. 5-45 Plug connections for cable guided bores.
As soon as the plugs of the operating panels are connected, the control and
cable guided bores are switched over. The bore functions of the
GRUNDODRILL are carried out only with reduced speed when operating the
release button.
Information
If you do not want to carry out a cable guided bore, then the plug and the socket
of the front and rear control line must be re-connected and the front operating
panel and the working platform must be dismantled.
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5.11 Connect the drilling fluid system
The drilling fluid mixing system MA07-D can be applied with the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
1. Connect the Bentonite hose to the drilling fluid mixing system and to the
suction connection (244) on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N an .
2. Connect the electric cable (66) to the drilling fluid mixing system and to
the connection (35) on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N. The connection
depends on the model and is not required for e. g. the MA07-D
GRUNDODRILL 15 N
244
35
Drilling fluid mixing system MA07-D
66 244
Fig. 5-46 Produce supply connections
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5.12 Connecting the high pressure jet cleaner
To use a high-pressure cleaning pistol, connect the high-pressure cleaning

pistol hose to the quick connection (252 in Fig. 5-47).
Information
If the cleaning pump is switched on and the high-pressure cleaning pistol not
connected, then the water pressure must be relieved.
Then open the ball valve (43) next to the connection for the high-pressure
cleaner (parallel to cable).
Depending on the version type the high-pressure water can be diverted to the
clamp, in order to clean the drill rods.
To switch the high-pressure cleaner on and off, press the relevant button on the
left joystick (see item 172 in Fig. 6-40, chapter 6.2.7, page 6-42).
252 43
47
Fig. 5-47 Connecting the high pressure jet cleaner
Information
In the fresh water tank the integrated water filter must be applied at all costs (47).
Information regarding cleaning can be found in chapter 10, page 10-1.
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 6 Operation
6 Operation
6.1 Safety indications for the operation
Pay attention to the following safety indications for a secure operation with
GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
• Personnel working with the bore rig must have read and fully understood
the operating manual, especially the chapter regarding safety, before
starting to operate the machine. It is too late during the operation! This
item is especially important for personnel, who only seldom work on the
bore rig, e .g. during set-up or during maintenance work.
• Only qualified and trained personnel are allowed to work on the bore rig.
New or non-trained personnel should only be allowed to work on the
machine under constant supervision by a qualified person.
Pay attention to the minimum age of the personnel.
• Secure the working area against unauthorized personnel.
• Always carry out a sight check of all hoses, cables and safety screws,
before starting to bore.
• Only work with the bore rig when you are fully concentrated!
• Please dispose of all possible safety influences immediately.
• Always wear your personal protection equipment, including ear protection
and illuminated work vest.
120
121
126
122
125
123
124
Fig. 6-1 Personal protection equipment
Tab. 6-1 Protection equipment
Item number Object

120 Safety boots
121 Grounding stake with connection
122 Grounding mats with connection cable
123 Inner gloves GL
124 Glove bag
125 Protection gloves GP 4
126 Rubber gloves
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Danger!
Movable parts can crush or pull in!
• Keep away from movable parts.
• Never touch the drill rod when the drill rod or the rotational drive are
rotating (also during the clamping process).
• Only open the protection covers, doors etc when the machine is switched
off and completely at a standstill.
• In case of emergencies press the emergency switch!
Danger!
You can get an electrical shock.
• Never start a bore, without the complete safety package installed.
• The operator MUST NOT AT ANY COST leave the machine, operator
seat or the grounding mat until the power flow has been interrupted and
safety is guaranteed.
Warning!
If the power flow is not interrupted correctly, then an automatic circuit breaker
can supply the power cable with power, or supply contact between the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N and the power cable.
Warning!
Outflowing battery fluid
• If you use lithium batteries for the detection system, then pay attention that
you avoid bore conditions, which exceed the manufacturer’s
recommended maximal operating temperature. If you should exceed this
temperature, then the battery could pass on toxic gas into the sealed
battery compartment and could explode, if the temperature increases
further.
• Make sure that the battery manufacturer recommends the maximal
operating temperature of 100 °C.
• Follow all safety instructions of the battery manufacturer.
• If the overheating sensor goes black, then the sonde has exceeded the
max. temperature of 104°C. Do not remove the battery end cap, as toxic
gas or dangerous chemicals could discharge. (see manufacturer’s
operating manual)
• The detection system is not developed for use in areas with danger of
explosions and must never be used close to inflammable or explosive
substances.
• Only use exclusively oil and grease recommended by the manufacturer.
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6.2 Operating elements and their functions
6.2.1 Main switch
Fig. 6-2 Main switch
The main switch is only to be used for switching off in case of maintenance and
work on the steering unit.
It is not required for normal operations.
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6.2.2 Remote control
60 61 62 63 64 67 73
69 68
363000...
40
Fig. 6-3 Remote control
Tab. 6-2 Operating elements on the remote control
Item No. Operating element Function

40 Emergency OFF switch switches the GRUNDODRILL 15 N off in an emergency.
60 Front stabiliser drives the front stabiliser down and up
to the left -> downwards
to the right -> upwards
61 Bore rig front lifts and lowers the bore rig at front
to the left -> bore rig lowers at front
to the right -> bore rig rises at front
62 Horn starts an acoustic warning signal and releases the remote
control
63 Lower/lift anchor plate lifts and lowers the anchor plate
to the left -> anchor plate lowers
to the right -> anchor plate lifts
64 Quick motion carriage starts and stops the quick motion for the carriage.
Tortoise -> quick motion switched off
Rabbit -> quick motion switched on
67 Bore rig rear lifts and lowers the bore rig at rear
to the left -> bore rig lowers at rear
to the right-> bore rig rises at rear
68 Right track-mounted steers the right track-mounted undercarriage
undercarriage to the front -> forward
forward/reverse in centre position -> stand-still
to the rear -> reverse
69 Left track-mounted steers the left track-mounted undercarriage
carriage to the front -> forward
forward/reverse in centre position -> stand-still
to the rear -> reverse
73 Rear stabiliser drives the rear stabiliser down and up
to the left -> downwards
to the right -> upwards
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6.2.3 Drive-remote control (option)

421 412 423 411 422 419
418 413 414 415 416 417 420

Fig. 6-4 Drive-remote control
Tab. 6-3 Operating elements on the drive-remote control

411 Emergency OFF switch switches the GRUNDODRILL 15 N off in an emergency.
starts and stops the quick motion for the carriage.
412 Quick motion carriage Tortoise -> quick motion switched off
Rabbit -> quick motion switched on
drives the front stabiliser down and up
413 Front stabiliser down -> downwards
up -> upwards
lifts and lowers the bore rig at front
414 Bore rig front downwards -> bore rig lowers at front
upwards -> bore rig rises at front
lifts and lowers the anchor plate
415 Lower/lift anchor plate downwards -> anchor plate lowers
upwards -> anchor plate lifts
lifts and lowers the bore rig at rear
416 Bore rig rear downwards -> bore rig lowers at rear
upwards -> bore rig rises at rear
drives the rear stabiliser down and up
417 Rear stabiliser down -> downwards
up -> upwards
418 Without function
starts the machine
419 Start, release, horn releases the remote control
functions as horn when the machine is running
420 Main switch (Key switch) switches the remote control on or off
steers the left track-mounted undercarriage
Left track forward/ to the front --> forward
421
backward in centre position –-> stand-still
to the rear --> reverse
steers the right track-mounted undercarriage
Right track forward/ to the front --> forward
422
backward in centre position –-> stand-still
to the rear --> reverse
blinks, when the machine is ready to start;
423 Green control lamp
is switched off, if the machine is running
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6.2.4 Pit-remote control (option)
406
405
407 408
409 410
Fig. 6-5 Pit-remote control
Tab. 6-4 Operating elements on the pit-remote control

blinks, when the machine is ready to start;
405 Green control lamp
is switched off, if the machine is running
switches the motor of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N and the
406 Emergency OFF switch
manual sonde off in an emergency.
407 Rotation left starts and stops the rotation left with reduced speed
starts the machine
Start, release, rotation releases the remote control
408
right starts and stops the rotation right with reduced speed
when the machine is running
409 Thrust reverse drives the thrust back with reduced speed
410 Thrust forward drives the thrust forward with reduced speed
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6.2.5 Anchor thrust unit
75
Fig. 6-6 Anchor thrust unit
Tab. 6-5 Operating elements on anchor thrust unit

75 Hydraulic lever anchor drives the anchor thrust unit up and down.
thrust unit
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6.2.6 Operating terminal in the cabin
Operating terminal
265
269
268 267
Fig. 6-7 Operating terminal
Tab. 6-6 Operating element on operating terminal
Item No. Operating elements Function
265 Display shows the single screens.
to carry out the functions

267 Function buttons F2-F6 The display shows the functions above the function
buttons F2-F6 respectively.
is used in most screens to break-off or to turn back pages

268 Button F1/esc
to the previous screen.
is for entering the values for a function, which has been

269 Turning knob previously chosen on the relevant screen via the function
buttons F2 – F6.
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6.2.6.1 Screen: "Motor data"
The drive mode is for aligning the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
This screen shows up automatically, when the drive mode has been chosen.
135
136
134
137
138
140 139
Esc
Tab. 6-7 Operating elements screen: "Motor data"
134 Engine speed shows the quantity of engine rpm’s
135 Operating time meter shows the quantity of run down operating hours
Motor oil pressure on the

136 shows the motor oil pressure on the Diesel engine.
Diesel engine
Coolant temperature
137 shows the coolant temperature of the Diesel engine.
Diesel engine
138 Fuel consumption shows the latest Diesel consumption.
shows how much Diesel is inside the Diesel tank (180 l

equal to 100 %).
During operation the beam is green until the tank
139 Tank capacity
contents are 20 %, after that the beam turns to red.
When filling up the beam is red until the tank contents
are 40 %, after that the beam turns to green.
Warning dynamo (only
140 only shows if the battery is no longer being loaded.
indication)
only shows for pilot bores and expanding. Changes
back to the screen "Pilot bore 1" (chapter 6.2.6.5,
F1 ESC
page 6-14) or to the screen "pulling in 1"
(chapter 6.2.6.6, page 6-17).
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6.2.6.2 Screen "Setting the time"
The screen shows, if the switch "Time"

• on the screen "pilot bore 2" (chapter 6.2.6.5, page 6-14) or
• on the screen "pulling in 2" (chapter 6.2.6.6, page 6-17) is pressed.
Here you press the function button F2 "parameters" and then use the turning
knob next to the function buttons.
Fig. 6-9 Screen "Setting the time"
Tab. 6-8 Operating elements screen "Setting the time"
Function Operating
Function
button elements
changes back into the screen "Pilot bore 2"
F1 ESC (s. chapter 6.2.6.5, page 6-14) or to the screen "pulling in2"
(s. chapter 6.2.6.6, page 6-17)
interchanges between 3 screens, if you use the turning knob next
to the function button.
ON and OFF switch for drill rod cleaning (s. chapter 6.2.6.4,
F2 Parameters
page 6-12)
Setting the date (s. chapter 6.2.6.3, page 6-11)
Setting the time (see Fig. 6-9)
F3 Hour Choosing the hour.
F4 Minute Choosing the minute.
F6 Transfer stores the new time and converts it into the steering unit
On this screen you adjust the time as follows:

• Press the function button F3 "Hour"
• Turn the turning knob next to the function button, until the valid hour
shows in the field "new time".
• Press the function button F4 "Minute"
• Turn the turning knob next to the function button, until the correct minute
is indicated.
• Press the function button F6 "Transfer" The new time is then taken over
into the control unit.
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6.2.6.3 Screen "Setting the date"

• on the screen "pilot bore 2" (s. chapter 6.2.6.5, page 6-14) or
• on the screen "pulling in 2" (s. chapter 6.2.6.6, page 6-17) is pressed.
Fig. 6-10 Screen "Setting the date"
Tab. 6-9 Operating elements screen "Setting the date"
Function Operating
Function
button elements
(s. chapter 6.2.6.6, page 6-17)
ON and OFF switch for drill rod cleaning (s. chapter 6.2.6.4,
F2 Parameters
page 6-12)
Setting the time (see Fig. 6-9)
F3 Day The date of that day is chosen.
F4 Month The month is chosen.
F5 Year Choosing the year
F6 Transfer stores the new date and converts it into the steering unit
On this screen you adjust the date as follows:

• Press the function button F3 "Day"
• Turn the turning knob next to the function button, until the valid date
shows in the field "new date".
• Press the function button F4 "Month"
• Turn the turning knob next to the function button, until the correct month
is indicated.
• Press the function button F5 "Year"
• Turn the turning knob next to the function button, until the correct year is
indicated.
• Press the function button F6 "Transfer" The new date is then taken over
into the control unit.
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6.2.6.4 Screen "Switch on time and switch distance for drill rod cleaning"

• on the screen "pilot bore 2" (s. chapter 6.2.6.5, page 6-14) or
• on the screen "pulling in 2" (s. chapter 6.2.6.6, page 6-17) is pressed.
Fig. 6-11 Screen "Switch on time and switch distance for drill rod cleaning"
Tab. 6-10 Operating elements "Switch on time and switch distance for drill rod cleaning"
Function Operating
Function
button elements
(s. chapter 6.2.6.6, page 6-17).
F2 Parameters ON and OFF switch for drill rod cleaning (see Fig. 6-11)
Setting the time (s. chapter 6.2.6.2, page 6-10)
changes over to the left input field in the area "new value", by
F3 Time
entering the switch on duration
changes over to the left input field in the area "new value", by
entering the switch on distance in cm The switch distance
F4 Switch distance
indicates, after how many cm drill rod movement the cleaning is
to be switched on again.
stores the new time and the switch distance and transfers the
F6 Transfer
value into the steering unit.
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On this screen you adjust the switch on time and the switch distance as follows:
• Press the function button F3 "Time"
• Turn the turning knob next to the function button, until the requested
switch on time shows in the field "new value".
• Press the function button F4 "Dist" (Switch distance)
• Turn the turning knob next to the function button, until the requested
switch distance shows in the field "new value".
• Press the function button F6 "Transfer" The new values are then taken
over into the control unit.
Independent of the set values, you can start and stop the cleaning with the
switch (172) on the left joystick (see Fig. 6-40, page 6-42) at any time.
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6.2.6.5 Screen "Pilot bore 1–2"
This screen shows automatically, if the bore mode is chosen, by setting the flip
switch (193) on the right joystick to pilot bore (s. chapter 6.2.8, page 6-43)..
151 149 148 149 152 153
154
150
156 157
Fig. 6-12 Screen "Pilot bore 1"
Tab. 6-11 Operating elements Screen "Pilot bore 1–2"

only display shows the previously set poti-value of rpm’s and the thrust
148
red arrow pressure in %.
only display
149 shows the actual set poti-value in auto-bore.
green arrow
is indicated during the data storage process.
only display
"Store data" is indicated in the auto-bore mode.
150
"Auto-bore"
"Emergency mode" is indicated in emergency mode.
"Emergency mode"
151 "Rotation"-pressure Pressure indication for the rotation in bar or Nm.
152 "Thrust"-pressure Pressure indication for thrust in bar or Nm.

If the "horse" lights up, then the quick mode for thrust on the right
joystick (204) is activated.
If the "tortoise" lights up, then the slow mode for thrust with
153 Set speed for the thrust
higher force on the right joystick (288) is activated.
If the "rabbit" lights up, then the quicker mode for thrust with
lower force on the right joystick (288) is activated.
154 Time indicates the time.
156 Drilling fluid flow rate indicates the flow rate for the drilling fluid pump.
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170
159
158
157
Tab. 6-12 Operating elements Screen "Pilot bore 1–2"
Operating
Item No. Function
elements
shows the drill rod length still to be pushed in and quantity of drill
rods. The value can be set to "0" via F5 (Start).
Drill rod length /
157 Here the background will change to green, when the separation
counter
position of the drill rod connection stands between the clamping
and break-away device.
"Drilling fluid"-
158 Pressure indication for drilling fluid (in bar)
pressure
Depending on pre-setting of flip switch (182) on the left joystick
panel – either rabbit, tortoise or mountains will light up. If the
159 Mixing pump "rabbit" lights up, the high flow rate is activated, if the "tortoise"
lights up, the lower flow rate. If the "mountains" light up, then the
rock drilling mode is activated.
170 RPM’s of rotation indicates the rotation RPM’s.
Tab. 6-13 Function buttons screen "Pilot bore 1"
Function Operating
Function
button elements
changes into the screen "motor data" (s. chapter 6.2.6.1,
F1 Engine
page 6-9).
changes into the screen "sub-saver" (s. chapter 6.2.6.7,
F2 Sub-saver
page 6-20)
changes into the screen "drilling fluid tank" (s. chapter 6.2.6.8,
F3 Drilling fluid
page 6-21)
converts the unit "bar" into "kN" for the thrust force and in "Nm" for
F4 Unit
the torque of the rotation.
sets the drill rod counter back to "0" and starts to record the
F5 Start/Stop machine data. The recording is only stopped when F5 has been
pressed again (Stop).
F6 -> changes to the screen "Pilot bore 2"
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This screen "Pilot bore 2"shows, when you press the button F6"->" on the screen
"Pilot bore 1".
155
150
143
Tab. 6-14 Operating elements Screen "Pilot bore 2"

Operating
Item No. Function
elements
143 Sonde time indicates the actual and the intended value for roll angle
150 arrow indicates the roll angle intended value
155 indicator indicates the roll angle actual value
Tab. 6-15 Function buttons screen "Pilot bore 2"
Function Operating
Function
button elements
changes to the screen "Setting the time" (s. chapter 6.2.6.2,
F1 Time
page 6-10)
changes into the screen "auto-bore mode" (s. chapter 6.2.6.10,
page 6-23).
F2 Auto There press on F2 ("Function") and turn the button, to change
into the screens "paddle mode" (s. chapter 6.2.6.9, page 6-22)
and "Automatic rock drilling" (s. chapter 6.2.6.11, page 6-24).
provides, together with the button the actual value for the roll
angle.
Press F3 and turn the button to align the intended value (150)
F3 Alignment
with the real value (143).
Press the button for the roll angle (173), on the left joystick, to
drive the bore head into the set position.
provides, together with the button the intended value for the roll
angle.
The green arrow on the indicator (150) shows the intended
value. The intended value should generally be at either 3 o’clock
F4 Setting
or 9 o’clock.
Press F4 and turn the button to set the intended value.
Press the button for the roll angle (173), on the left joystick, to
drive the bore head into the set position.
F6 -> changes back into the screen "Pilot bore 1"
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6.2.6.6 Screens "Pulling in 1-2"
This screen shows automatically, if the operating mode "pull-in" is chosen, by

setting the flip switch (193) on the right joystick to pulling in (s. chapter 6.2.8,
page 6-43).
151 148 149 152 153
154
150
156
Fig. 6-15 Screen: "Pull-in 1"
Tab. 6-16 Operating elements Screen "Pulling in 1–2"

only display
148 indicates the previously set poti-value of the indicator.
red arrow
only display
149 shows the actual set poti-value in auto-bore.
green arrow
is indicated during the data storage
only display process.
"Store data"
150
"Auto-bore" is indicated in the auto-bore mode.
"Emergency mode"
"Emergency mode"
is indicated in emergency mode.
151 "Rotation"-pressure Pressure indication for the rotation in bar or Nm.
152 "Thrust"-pressure Pressure indication for thrust in bar or Nm.

If the "horse" lights up, then the quick mode for thrust on the
right joystick (204) is activated.
If the "tortoise" lights up, then the slow mode for thrust with
153 Set speed for the thrust
higher force on the right joystick (288) is activated.
If the "rabbit" lights up, then the quicker mode for thrust with
lower force on the right joystick (288) is activated.
154 Time shows the time or the pulling force, if these have been started.
156 Drilling fluid flow rate indicates the flow rate for the drilling fluid pump.
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170
159
158
157
Fig. 6-16 Screen: "Pull-in 1"
Tab. 6-17 Operating elements Screen "Pulling in 1–2"

shows the drill rod length still to be pulled in and quantity of drill
157 Drill rod length / counter rods.
In the break-away position the drill rod length lights up green.
158 "Drilling fluid"- pressure Pressure indication for the drilling fluid
Depending on pre-setting of flip switch (182) on the left joystick
panel – either rabbit, tortoise or mountains will light up. If the
"rabbit" lights up, the high flow rate is activated, if the "tortoise"
159 Mixing pump
lights up, the lower flow rate.
If the "mountains" light up, then the rock drilling mode is
activated.
170 RPM’s of rotation indicates the rotation RPM’s.
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This screen "pull in 2"shows, when you press the button F6"->" on the screen
"pull in 1". In the two screens "Pull in 1-2" the displays are identical. The function
buttons are allocated differently.
Fig. 6-17 Function button screen: "Pull-in 1"
Tab. 6-18 Function button screen: "Pull-in 1"
Function
Operating elements Function
button
changes into the screen "motor data" (s. chapter 6.2.6.1,
F1 Engine page 6-9).
Via F1 "ESC" you can go back to the screen "Pull in 1"
changes into the screen "sub-saver" (s. chapter 6.2.6.7,
F2 Sub-saver
page 6-20)
changes into the screen "drilling fluid tank" (s. chapter 6.2.6.8,
F3 Drilling fluid
page 6-21)
converts the unit "bar" into "kN" for the thrust force and in "Nm"
F4 Unit
for the torque of the rotation.
sets the drill rod counter back to "0" and starts to record the
F5 Start/Stop machine data and the pulling forces. The recording is only
stopped when F5 has been pressed again.
F6 -> changes to the screen "Pull in 2"
Fig. 6-18 Function button screen: "Pull-in 2"
Tab. 6-19 Function button screen: "Pull-in 2"
Function Operating
Function
button elements
changes to the screen "Setting the time" (s. chapter 6.2.6.2,
F1 Time
page 6-10)
changes into the screen "auto-bore mode" (s. chapter 6.2.6.10,
F2 Auto
page 6-23).
F3 Pulling force changes into the screen "settings" (s. chapter 6.2.6.12, page 6-25)
changes into the screen "Datalogger tensile strength measure"
F4 Pull log
(s. chapter 6.2.6.14, page 6-28)
F6 -> changes back into the screen "Pull in 1"
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6.2.6.7 Screen: "Sub-saver"
This screen shows when the button "sub-saver" on the screen "pilot bore 1" or
on the screen "pull-in 1" is pressed.
Fig. 6-19 Screen "Sub-saver"
Here you can read the rpm’s for the sub-saver, the position of the thrust rig, the
distance between sub-saver and drill rod, as well as the path in centimetres,
which the thrust rig has already surpassed.
Via the button F1 "ESC" you can return to the screen "pilot bore 1" or "pull-in 1"
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6.2.6.8 Screen: "Bentonite tank"
This screen shows when the button "Drilling fluid" on the screen "pilot bore 1" or
on the screen "Pull-in 1" is pressed. Here you enter the tank contents in litres
after filling the tank with drilling fluid.
167
168
Fig. 6-20 Screen "Bentonite tank"
Tab. 6-20 Operating elements on screen "Bentonite tank"

Tank contents after
167 Indicates the litre quantity of the drilling fluid after filling the tank.
filling:
168 Actual tank contents: Indicates the actual litre quantity of the drilling fluid.
Changes back to the screen "Pilot bore 1" or to the screen
F1 ESC
"pulling in 1" (s. chapter 6.2.6.6, page 6-17)
Sets the actual tank contents.
Enter the tank contents as follows:
• Press function button F2: "Setting".
• Turn knob left next to the function buttons, until the
required value is indicated. The display increases or
Settg. decreases by 500 litres.
F2
setting
• As soon as the correct litre quantity is indicated, press
function button F2 "Settg." again Then "Start" will light up
above the function switch F3.
• Press function button F3 "Start", to take over the new tank
contents.
A warning is indicated, as soon as the actual tank contents sink below 1000
litre.
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6.2.6.9 Screen "Paddle mode"
This screen will show, when you pres the button "Auto" on the screen "pilot
bore 2" and then choose the screen with F2 (Function) and the turning knob.
Paddle mode means, that several consqutive bores in a certain angled segment
are carried out and always from left to right. This way the bore head is always
set back to the initial position after each bore.
211
212
213
214
215
Fig. 6-21 Screen "Paddle mode"
Tab. 6-21 Operating elements on screen "Paddle mode"

211 Steering thrust Value for thrust speed in %
212 Steering rotation right Value for the rotation speed right in %
213 Steering rotation left Value for the rotation speed left in %
214 Max. angle rotation Value for the maximal angle of rotation when pressing
Low torque when 0 = Low torque when screwing on
215
screwing on 1 = maximal torque when screwing on
changes back into the screen "Pilot bore 2" (s. chapter 6.2.6.5,
F1 ESC
page 6-14)
Changes into bore mode between the screens "paddle mode"
(Fig. 6-21), "Automatic rock drill mode" (s. chapter 6.2.6.11,
F2 Function
page 6-24) and "Automatic bore mode" (s. chapter 6.2.6.10,
page 6-23).
Chooses the top parameter on the screen. Turn the button, to
F3 Parameters
change to the other parameters.
Marks the value of the chosen parameter Turn the button to alter
F4 Value the value When leaving the screen (ESC) the value will be
stored.
The paddle mode is activated via the switch 197 on the right joystick panel. The
flip switch 193 must stand at "pilot bore" (Fig. 6-41, page 6-43)
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6.2.6.10 Screen "Automatic bore mode"
This screen shows when the button "sub-saver" on the screen "pilot bore 2" or
on the screen "Pull-in 2" is pressed.
290
291
292
Fig. 6-22 Screen "Automatic bore mode"
Tab. 6-22 Operating elements on screen "Automatic bore mode"

Max. push force Value for the maximal thrust pressure during the pilot bore in %
290
thrust pilot bore (depending on thrust step).
Max. push force
291 Value for the maximal pressure when pulling in.
thrust pulling in
Drill rod greasing only 0 = Drill rod greased at the front
292
at the rear 1 = Drill rod and sub-saver are being greased
changes back into the screen "Pilot bore 2" (s. chapter 6.2.6.5,
F1 ESC
page 6-14)
changes into bore mode between the screens
"Paddle mode"(s. chapter 6.2.6.9, page 6-22),
F2 Function
"Automatic rock drilling mode" (s. chapter 6.2.6.11, page 6-24)
and "Automatic bore mode" (Fig. 6-22).
F3 Parameters
stored.
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6.2.6.11 Screen "Automatic rock drilling mode"
This screen will show, when you pres the button "Auto" on the screen "pilot
bore 2" and then choose the screen with F2 (Function) and the turning knob.
293
294
Fig. 6-23 Screen "Automatic rock drilling mode"
Tab. 6-23 Operating elements on screen "Automatic rock drilling mode"

293 Steering thrust Value for maximal thrust speed in %
294 Max. torque rotation Value for the maximal torque of the rotation
F1 ESC
(s. chapter 6.2.6.5, page 6-14).
changes into bore mode when pressing the button F2 and at the
same time turning the button between the screens "Paddle
F2 Function mode" (s. chapter 6.2.6.9, page 6-22), "Automatic rock drilling
mode" (Fig. 6-23) and "Automatic bore mode"
(s. chapter 6.2.6.10, page 6-23).
F3 Parameters
stored.
The automatic rock drilling mode is activated via the switch 182 on the left
joystick panel. During the operation the thrust pressure can be set via the poti
thrust (190) and the rpm's via the poti rotation (181) (chapter 6.2.8, page 6-43
and chapter 6.2.7, page 6-42).
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6.2.6.12 Screeen "Settings Tensile strength measuring"
This screen shows, when you press the button "pulling force" on the screen
"pull-in 2".
106
107
108
Fig. 6-24 Screen "Settings Tensile strength measuring"
Tab. 6-24 Operating elements of screen "Settings Tensile strength measuring"
Operating
Item No. Function
element
indicates the chosen measuring body
Choose a measuring body as follows:
106 Measuring body Press function button F2: "Body".
Turn knob left next to the function buttons, until the required
measuring body is indicated.
indicates the maximal pulling force, which can be achieved when
pulling in.
Maximal pulling Enter the maximal pulling force as follows:
107
force Press function button F3: "pulling force".
Turn knob left next to the function buttons, until the required value is
indicated.
indicates the warning area in percentage. If the pulling force reaches
the warning area, then the operator is warned, in order not to
increase the pulling force further.
108 Warning area Enter the warning area as follows:
Press function button F4: "Warnarea".
Turn knob left next to the function buttons, until the required value is
indicated.
Changes back to the screen "Pilot bore 2" (s. chapter 6.2.6.5,
F1 ESC page 6-14) or to the screen "pulling in 1" (s. chapter 6.2.6.6,
page 6-17)
F2 Body gives the choice for the measuring body (see Pos. 106)
F3 Pulling force gives the choice for the maximal pulling force (see Pos. 107)
Warnarea
F4 gives the choice for the measuring cylinder (see Pos. 108)
Warning area
F5 Start activates the new values entered
Value changes to the screen with table to choose the nomincal diameter
F6
Choice and temperature of the pipe (s. chapter 6.2.6.13, page 6-27)
To enter the values please read the Grundolog tensile strength measuring
system operating manual.
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After entering the above values press the button F5 "Start". The screen "pull in"
lights up, whereby the (154 in Fig. 6-15) the actual pulling force with three
possible background colours shows instead of the time.
Background colours
green: pulling force is below the warning area
yellow: pulling force is within the warning area.
red: pulling force is above the warning area
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6.2.6.13 Screen with table to choose the nominal diameter and temperature of the pipe
This screen shows, when you press the button "Choice" on the screen "Settings
tensile strength measuring". It shows a table with recommended maximal pulling
forces depending on the pipe diameter, material, pipe temperature and the pipe
wall thickness.
Fig. 6-25 Screen with table to choose the nominal diameter and temperature of the pipe
Tab. 6-25 Operating elements of screen with table to choose the nominal diameter and temperature
of the pipe
Operating
Item No. Function
element
changes into the screen "settings tensile strength measuring"
F1 ESC
(s. chapter 6.2.6.12, page 6-25)
sets the pipe type or nominal diameter of the pipe.
Enter the pipe type as follows:
• Press function button F2: "Pipe type".
F2 Pipe type • Turn the knob next to the function buttons to the left, until
the required row in the table is marked.
• Press function button F4 "Value", to take over the new
pipe type.
sets the temperature of the pipe
Enter the temperature as follows:
• Press function button F3: "Temp.".
Temp.
F3 • Turn knob left next to the function buttons, until the
Temperature
required value is indicated above the table.
• Press function button F4 "Value", to take over the new
pipe temperature.
Value
F4 takes over the values
Choice
Information:
These values are only recommendations. The details from the pipe
manufacturer have priority over the values recommended here.
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6.2.6.14 Screeen "Settings Tensile strength measuring"
This screen shows, when you press the button "pull log" on the screen "pull-
in 2".
Fig. 6-26 Screen "Datalogger Tensile strength measuring"
Tab. 6-26 Operating elements of screen "Datalogger Tensile strength measuring"
Function Operating
Function
button element
changes back into the screen "Pull in 2" (s. chapter 6.2.6.6,
F1 ESC
page 6-17)
changes to the screen "Datalogger tensile strength measuring
F2 Configurate configuration" (s. chapter 6.2.6.5, page 6-14) to configurate the
datalogger
changes to the screen "Datalogger tensile strength measuring read
F3 Reading out
out" (s. chapter 6.2.6.5, page 6-14) to read out the datalogger
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6.2.6.15 Screeen "Configurate Datalogger Tensile strength measuring"
This screen shows, when you press the button "Configurate" on the screen
"Datalogger tensile strength measuring".
109
110 112
111 113
Fig. 6-27 Screen "Configurate Datalogger Tensile strength measuring"
Tab. 6-27 Operating elements of screen "Configurate Datalogger Tensile strength measuring"
Function Operating
Function
button element
Acumulator indicates the latest accumulator voltage
109 voltage (only
display)
Choose the "interval" if tensile strength measuring is only to be
110 Interval
carried out in the area between "Start" and "End".
Choose "continuous" if the tensile strength measuring is to be carried
111 Continuous
out continuously from the start value.
indicates the start value, where the tensile strength measuring is to
112 Start
start.
indiocates the value in the mode "interval", where the tensile strength
113 The end
measuring is to be stopped.
F1 ESC
(s. chapter 6.2.6.14, page 6-28)
Chooses the top parameter on the screen. Turn the button, to change
F2 Parameters
to the other parameters.
Marks the value of the chosen parameter
F3 Value
Turn the button to alter the value
F4 Read reads out the data of the data-logger.
F5 Store stores the data in the data-logger
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6.2.6.16 Screeen "Datalogger Tensile strength read out"
This screen shows, when you press the button "Data-logger read out" on the
screen "Datalogger tensile strength measuring".
Fig. 6-28 Screen "Datalogger Tensile strength read out"
Tab. 6-28 Operating elements of screen "Datalogger Tensile strength measuringread out""
Function Operating
Function
button element
F1 ESC
(s. chapter 6.2.6.14, page 6-28)
F2 Read reads out the data of the data-logger.
F3 Store stores the data from the data-logger on a USB stick
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6.2.6.17 Screen "Starting operation and service menu"
This screen shows, if you switch the flip switch (194) on the right joystick panel
to service (s. chapter 6.2.8, page 6-43).
Fig. 6-29 Screen "Starting operation and service menu"
Tab. 6-29 Operating elements of screen "Starting operation and service menu"
Function Operating
Function
button element
Start of changes into the screen with pass word request and is only
F1
operation relevant for Tracto-Technik customer service.
changes into the screen "Service menu"
F2 Service
(s. chapter 6.2.6.18, page 6-32)
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6.2.6.18 Screen: "Service menu"
This screen shows, when you press the button "F2" on the screen "starting
operation and service menu".
Fig. 6-30 Screen "Service menu"
Tab. 6-30 Operating elements on screen "service menu"
Function Operating
Function
button element
changes back into the screen "Initial operation and service menu"
F1 ESC
(s. chapter 6.2.6.17, page 6-31)
changes into the screen "signal test"(s. chapter 6.2.6.19,
F2 Signal test
page 6-33)
changes into the screen "log book"(s. chapter 6.2.6.20,
F3 Read out log book
page 6-34)
Read out version changes into the screen "Version number"
F4
number (s. chapter 6.2.6.21, page 6-35)
changes into the screen "service menu"
F5 Store parameters
(s. chapter 6.2.6.22, page 6-36)
changes into the screen "Calculations"
F6 Calculations
(s. chapter 6.2.6.23, page 6-37)
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6.2.6.19 Screen "Signal test"
This screen shows, when you press the button "F2" on the screen "service
menu". Here you can check the signal inlets of the control unit.
Fig. 6-31 Screen "Signal test"
Tab. 6-31 Operating elements on screen "signal test"
Function Operating
Function
button element
Operating
F2 changes into the screen "operating elements"
elements
F3 Drive changes into the screen "drive"
F4 Clamping Device changes into the screen "clamp"
F5 Magazine changes into the screen "magazine"
F6 Auxiliary functions changes into the screen "auxiliary functions"

changes back into the screen "service menu"
F1 ESC
(s. chapter 6.2.6.18, page 6-32)
In the sub-screen of this menu you can choose further functions via the function
buttons F2 to F5. Then a new screen shows, which indicates, whether the
relevant signal exchange is functioning. If a signal is given, the relevant indicator
lights up green.
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6.2.6.20 Screen "Log book"
menu".
Fig. 6-32 Screen "Log book"
Here can follow up, when the bore unit was started and when the error occurred.
The button "ESC" changes back into the screen "service menu"
(s. chapter 6.2.6.18, page 6-32).
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6.2.6.21 Screen "Version number"
menu".
Fig. 6-33 Screen "Version number"
Here you can read the version numbers of the controls 1 and 2 on the display.
The button "ESC" changes back into the screen "service menu"
(s. chapter 6.2.6.18, page 6-32).
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6.2.6.22 Screen: "Service menu - store parameters"
menu".
Fig. 6-34 Screen "Service menu - store parameters"
Tab. 6-32 Operating elements on screen "service menu - store parameters"
Function Operating
Function
button element
F1 ESC
(s. chapter 6.2.6.18, page 6-32)
reads the machine data from the controls. After the read out the
F2 Read
control can be exchanged.
F3 Write writes over the machine data in the controls
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6.2.6.23 Screen "Calculations"
menu".
Fig. 6-35 Screen "Calculations"
Tab. 6-33 Operating elements on screen "Calculations"
Function Operating
Function
button element
F1 ESC
(s. chapter 6.2.6.18, page 6-32)
Approximate bore changes to the screen "Determing the approximate bore length"
F2
length (s. chapter 6.2.6.24, page 6-38)
changes into the screen "Calculation of set-back length"
F3 Setback
(s. chapter 6.2.6.25, page 6-39)
changes into the screen "Converting bending radius"
F4 Bending radius
(s. chapter 6.2.6.26, page 6-40)
changes into the screen "Calculation of expander speed and
F5 Expanding speed
water quantity" (s. chapter 6.2.6.27, page 6-41)
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6.2.6.24 Screen "Determing the approximate bore length"
This screen shows, when you press the button "F2" on the screen "calculations".
114
117
115 118
116 119
127
Fig. 6-36 Screen "Determing the approximate bore length"
Tab. 6-34 Operating elements of Screen "Determing the approximate bore length"
Function Operating
Function
button element
Display of the calculated bore length and the distance between
114 -
starting and target point.
Input box for the required entrance angle of the bore. The
entrance angle is the angle in the starting pit, with which the drill
115 Entrance angle (°)
rod penetrates into the soil, angle between drill rod and ground
surface.
Input box for the curve radius of the drill rod The minimal bending
radius is indicated by the manufacturer of the drill rods. Here
116 Curve radius (m)
choose a higher value than indicated, to prevent straining the drill
rods too strongly.
Reference depth
117 Input depth for the requested bore depth.
(m)
Input box for the required exit angle of the bore. The exit angle is
118 Exit angle (°) the angle in the target pit, with which the drill rod exits from the
soil, angle between drill rod and ground surface.
Input box for the curve radius of the drill rod (see also input box
116)
Obstacle length Input box for the length of the distance, which is to be bored
127
(m) straight, to avoid the obstacle
changes back into the screen "calculations"
F1 ESC
(s. chapter 6.2.6.23, page 6-37)
Chooses the first modifiable parameter on the screen. Turn the
F2 Data
button, to change to the other parameters.
F3 Value
F4 Percent changes the display between percentage value and ° - values
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6.2.6.25 Screen "Calculation of the set-back-length"
In this screen the value is calculated, by which the GRUNDODRILL 15 N is to
be set back.
128
130
131
129
132
133
Fig. 6-37 Screen "Calculation of the set-back-length"
Tab. 6-35 Operating elements of the screen "Calculation of the set-back-length"

Function Operating
Function
button element
Display of the calculated set-back-length. The set-back length is
the length, by which the GRUNDODRILL 15 N has to be set
128 Set-back (m)
back, so that the minimally permissible bending radius of the drill
rod is not below the limit.
Display of the calculated length for the straight bore in the
129 Bore start (m)
inclination angle of the rig.
Installation depth
130 Input depth for the requested bore depth.
(m)
Input box for the curve radius of the drill rod The minimal bending
radius is indicated by the manufacturer of the drill rods.
Input box for the required entrance angle of the bore. The
entrance angle is the angle in the starting pit, with which the drill
132 Rig inclination (m)
rod penetrates into the soil, angle between drill rod and ground
surface.
Display of the calculated steering length. The steering length is
133 Steering length (m) the distance, over which the drill rods have to be brought back
from the inclination to the horizontal position.
F1 ESC
(s. chapter 6.2.6.23, page 6-37)
F2 Data
F3 Value
F4 Percent indicates the ° Value in percentage
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6.2.6.26 Screen "Conversion bending radius"
In this screen you can calculate, how many degrees per meter drill rod have to
be steered, to be able to drive into the horizontal position in the minimal bending
radius of the drill rod, which has been entered.
141
142
Fig. 6-38 Screen "Conversion bending radius"
Tab. 6-36 Operating elements of screen "Conversion bending radius"
Function Operating
Function
button element
Display of the calculated inclination per meter drill rod, to reach
141 Inclination (°)
the horizontal position.
Input box for the minimal bending radius of the drill rod The
minimal bending radius is indicated by the manufacturer of the
142 Bending radius (m)
drill rods. Here choose a higher value than indicated, to prevent
straining the drill rods too strongly.
F1 ESC
(s. chapter 6.2.6.23, page 6-37)
marks the value of the bending radius.
F2 Value
alters the display of the inclination between ° values and
F3 Percent
percentage.
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6.2.6.27 Screen "Calculate the expander speed and water quantity"
360
361 364
362
365
366
363
Fig. 6-39 Screen "Calculate the expander speed and water quantity"
Tab. 6-37 Operating elements of screen "Calculate the expander speed and water quantity"
Operating
Item No. Function
element
Speed (ea./drill
Display of the calculated expander speed and required water
360 rod)
quantity
Water quantity (l)
Inner diameter
361 Input box for the pilot bore diameter
(cm)
Factor, or ratio of quantity between drilling fluid and bore spoils,
362 Mud factor
which is required to transport the spoils out of the bore hole.
Flow rate
363 Input box for the flow rate of drilling fluid pump
(l/min)
Outer diameter
364 Input box for the outer diameter of the pulled in pipe.
(cm)
Input field for the factor for spoils quantity cut by the expander
365 Section factor (%)
head The remaining soil is penetrated.
366 Bore length (m) Input box for the bore length.
F1 ESC
(s. chapter 6.2.6.23, page 6-37)
Chooses the first parameter on the screen. Turn the button, to
F2 Data
F3 Value
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6.2.7 Left joystick with panel
179 178 184 185 186
171
172
175 187 188
177 174
180 181
287 173
182 195 189
183 176 286
363000592
Fig. 6-40 Left joystick panel
Tab. 6-38 Operating elements left joystick

171 Rotation right starts the rotation right (clock-wise)
172 High pressure cleaner on and off switches the high pressure cleaner into constant mode by pressing twice
switches to normal mode by pressing once and keeping pressed down
and switches the high pressure cleaner off by pressing once and letting go.
173 Lift bore rig at front Drive mode: The bore rig lifts at the front.
Roll angle Bore mode: Set roll ange (sonde time).
174 Gripper closed closes the drill rod gripper
175 Drill rod greasing / Anchor thrust unit Bore mode: The drill rod greasing starts.
Drive mode: The anchor thrust unit starts.
176 Rotation left starts the rotation left (anti-clock-wise)
177 Gripper open opens the drill rod gripper.
178 Turbo for rotation Bore mode: As long as you keep this button pressed, the rotation wiill increase from 6,500 Nm at 95 rpm.
Information:
During the operation of the rotation turbo the drilling fluid power reduces depending on the
chosen flow step.
179 Auto-bore / Drill rod box in transport Bore mode (double click): The auto-bore or push mode starts or switches itself off.
position Drive mode: The drill rod box drives into transport position.
180 Poti Drilling fluid is for fine setting of the drilling fluid flow rate
181 Poti rotation Auto-bore: 0–50% -> increase speed via pump at max. torque
50-100% -> increase speed via motor at decreasing torque
manual operation: 0–100% -> increase speed via motor
182 Mixing pump 3-step Flow rate low (tortoise) or high (rabbit) or rock drilling (mountain)
183 Move drill rod box to the bore axis / lift Bore mode: The drill rod box moves to the next bay in the bore axis direction.
bore rig at rear Drive mode: The bore rig lifts at the rear.
184 Ventilation / Air conditioner switches the air conditioner off when ventilation is switched on.
185 Warning lamp switches the warning lamp of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N on.
186 Light switches the work spotlight on.
187 Step switch ventilator regulates the ventilation
188 cigarette lighter can also be used for connecting a 24 V- cable
189 Flip switch switches the windscreen wiper and the washing device on and off.
195 Horn starts an acoustic warning signal.
286 Moves the drill rod box to the drill rod Bore mode: The drill rod box moves to the next bay in the bore axis direction.
bay / lower bore rig rear Drive mode: The bore rig lowers itself at the rear.
287 Drilling fluid pump / Bore rig lowers at Bore mode: 1. press shortly The drilling fluid pump switches itself on.
front 2. first short, then press longer: The drilling fluid pump switches into quick-fill mode.
3. Repeat press The drilling fluid pump switches itself off.
Drive mode: The bore rig lowers at the front.
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6.2.8 Right joystick with panel
197 198
201
190 191 288
204
Service 205
195 202
196 199
192 193 Operati 207
194
206 203 200
Fig. 6-41 Right joystick panel
Tab. 6-39 Operating elements right joystick panel
Item
Operating element Function
No.
190 Poti thrust Bore mode without auto-bore The max. thrust force is set.
Bore mode with auto-bore The pulling speed is being fine set.
191 Poti motor rpm’s determines the motor rpm’s. After approx. 3 seconds without operation the rpm’s drop
automatically to idle run.
192 Bore mode – drive operation mode for choosing either bore mode or drive mode
193 Pilot bore – pulling in for choosing between pilot bore or pulling in
194 Service - Mode for choosing between starting operation mode (starting operation mode only for Tracto-
Technik customer service) and Service-Mode
195 Emergency OFF switch brings the GRUNDODRILL 15 N immediately to a standstill.
196 Ignition for starting the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
197 Turbo for thrust / pulling Bore operation during pulling in: As long as you keep this button pressed, the thrust and
pulling force will be switched to 17 tons (high force) or 8.5 tons (low force).
Paddle mode Bore operation during pilot bore The bore head swings between e.g. the 10 o' clock or
the 2 o'clock position. When turning to the right the rig will always move slightly forward
(all speeds and angles are adjustable).
198 Thrust rig forward the thrust rig is driven forward.
199 Clamp jaw open / lower stabiliser at front Bore mode: The clamp jaw opens itself.
Drive mode: The front stabiliser lowers itself.
200 Drill rod gripper open / stabiliser lowers at rear Bore mode: The drill rod gripper opens itself.
Drive mode: The rear stabiliser lowers itself.
201 Percussive hammer starts the percussive hammer
202 Swing gripper arm out of bore axis swings the gripper arm below the drill rod box out of the bore axis.
203 Thrust rig back The thrust rig is pulled back.
204 Quick mode on / lower anchor plate Bore mode: Start the quick mode for the thrust rig.
Drive mode: The anchor plate lowers.
205 Swing the gripper arm into the bore axis. swings the gripper arm below the drill rod box into the bore axis.
206 Drill rod clamp closed / lift rear stabiliser Bore mode: The clamp closes itself.
Drive mode: The rear stabiliser lifts itself.
207 Clamp jaw closed / lift front stabiliser Bore mode: The clamp closes itself.
Drive mode: The front stabiliser lifts itself.
288 Lift thrust step / anchor plate Bore mode: Thrust switches in two steps: either to high force and low speed (tortoise) or
low force and high speed (rabbit)
Drive mode: The anchor plate lifts.
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ImIn drive mode the left and right joysticks steer the track-mounted carriage.
• both joysticks forward = > carriages drive forward.
• both joysticks back = > carriages drive backward.
Additionally there are two connections close to the radio, one each for the tensile
strength measuring and for the cable guided measuring system.
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6.2.9 Pressure relief high-pressure cleaning pump
43
Fig. 6-42 Pressure relief high-pressure cleaning pump
Tab. 6-40 Operating elements high-pressure cleaning pump

43 Ball valve pressure relief is for pressure relief of the fresh water, in case the high
high pressure pump pressure cleaning pump has been switched on, without
connecting the high pressure cleaning pistol first.
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6.2.10 Interior lighting and ventilation
So you can even see the operating elements in the dark and read all signs, there
is an interior light under the cabin ceiling (210 in Fig. 6-43).
210
Fig. 6-43 Interior lighting and roof light
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6.2.11 Operator seat and heater
166
169
160
165 161
164
163
162
Fig. 6-44 Operating chair
Tab. 6-41 Operating elements on operator seat

160 Cambio del respaldo adjusts the inclination of the back of the seat.
161 Adjustment seat surface adjusts the inclination of the seat surface
162 Heater regulator switches the heater on and regulates it, when
ventilation is switched on.
163 Adjusting the weight dependent adjusts the seat spring
seat spring
164 Adjusting seat forward / back. adjusts the seat forward / back.
165 Adjusting seat surface forward / adjusts the seat surface forward / back.
back.
166 Adjusting the arm rests adjusts the inclination of the arm rests
169 Adjustment lumbar vertebra adjusts the lumbar vertebra support
support
The seat height can be set at three heights by lifting the seat.
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6.2.12 Functions to import the steering
Behind the protection cover below the drill rod box there is a control box with flip
switch and connection for the data transfer cable. Depending on the position of
the left flip switch data can be fed into the controls.
309
391
Fig. 6-45 Flip switch to import the steering
Tab. 6-42 Operating elements to import the steering

390 Connection to connect the modem cable
to import the steering
Position 2: Import of steering Part 2
391 Flip switch
Position 0: Normal mode and modem mode
Position 1: Import of steering Part 1
1. Open the protection cover

2. Check the position of the flip switch (391).
• To import the steering Part 1, set it to position "1"
• To import the steering Part 2, set it to position "2"
3. Connect the data cable to the connection (390). The data transfer can
begin.
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6.2.13 Emergency hydraulics and emergency electrics, as well as setting the RPM’s via the
poti
The emergency mode comprises of

• Emergency hydraulics
• and emergency electrics
Emergency hydraulics The emergency hydraulics behind the protection cover below the drill rod box
are meant for driving the bore unit, in case the electric breaks down and to
complete the bore.
Attention!
Danger of collisions!
If the bore rig is operated via the emergency hydraulics, then all functions
can be carried out, even functions, which could lead to damages! The
single functions are not surveyed by the controls. No locks are activated.
The following preparations must be made, before you can operate the
emergency hydraulics:
2. Check the position of the flip switch (392). It must be set at position "0".
392
Fig. 6-46 Flip switch for emergency hydraulics
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3. Turn the inner screw or the ball valve (355) inwards completely,
depending on the version
355
Fig. 6-47 Ball valve (355) for emergency hydraulics
4. Loosen the spring plug on the lever and turn the lever to block position
5. Turn the screw back tight.
6. Pull the security pin (356) at the top out of the rotation adjustment pump.
356
Fig. 6-48 Security pin (356) for emergency hydraulics
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You can carry out the bore rig’s hydraulic functions by using the manual
operators on the valves. The manual operators are situated on the top row of
valves on the valves and in the lower row of valves below the valves. Each valve
is marked clearly with a sign. The sign symbols correspond to those of the
joysticks.
145
146
147
404 400
392 393 394
403 402 401

Fig. 6-49 Valves for the hydraulics
Tab. 6-43 Operating elements Emergency hydraulics

145 "Rotation"-pressure Pressure indication for rotation in bar
146 "Thrust"-pressure Pressure indication for thrust in bar
147 "Drilling fluid"- pressure Pressure indication for drilling fluid in bar
Position 1: Emergency electrics will be switched on
392 Flip switch
Position 0: Normal mode or emergency hydraulics
Position 1: Regulate the RPM's of the Diesel engine (only with emergency electrics)
393 Flip switch
Position 2: Regulate the RPM's of the Diesel engine automatic
394 Poti Set the RPM of Diesel engine
left: Starts rotation to the left
400 Hand lever
Right: Starts rotation to the right
401 Valves with manual
They carry out the pictured function depending on position of the hand lever (Item 404).
operation top and
402 The hand lever 404 must be switched first and be kept pressed simultaneously.
bottom
from top to bottom
403 Hand lever They are for driving the track-mounted carriage, the thrust rig, the anchor thrust unit in
quick mode, the anchor thrust unit and for setting the drilling fluid quantity.
404 Hand lever activates the manual operation of the valves, item 401 and 402
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Operates the Proceed as follows to operate the emergency hydraulics:

emergency-hydraulics
1. Operate one of the manual control devices on the valves (402,
page 6-51), to relieve the pressure if it is too high.
2. Swing the hand lever (404) on the lowest valve to the left.
3. Fix the hand lever (404) in this position, by swinging the lock inwards
4. Carry out the requested function, by operating the manual control device
on the relevant valve (401 or 402).
Set the RPM's If the emergency hydraulic is active, then the RPM's chosen beforehand for the
Diesel engine will be taken voer by the poti for the joystick.
Climax of the 1. If you have completed the operation of the emergency hydraulics, then
emergency-hydraulics turn the ball valve (355, page 6-50) back into the flow position.
2. Push in the security pin (356, page 6-50) of the rotation adjustment
pump.
3. Set the flip switch (392, page 6-49) in position "1" for the normal
operation mode.
4. Loosen the lock and swing the hand lever (404) on the lowest valve to
the right
5. Fix the hand lever (404) in this position, by swinging the lock inwards
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Emergency electrics The emergency electrics allow the bore rig to be driven and the bore to be
completed without the sensor system breaking down.
Attention!
Danger of collisions!
• If the bore rig is operated via the emergency electrics then all functions
can either be carried out with the joysticks or manually directly on the
valves, even functions which could cause a damage! The single functions
are not surveyed by the controls. No locks are activated.
• If the sensor system is switched off, then incorrect handling can lead to
damages to the machine. The operator is responsible for any damage
caused by incorrect handling. Please contact Tracto-Technik's service
team before switching off the sensor system.
When switching over to emergency electrics please proceed as follows:

2. Switch the flip switch (392) upwards to "1".
3. Switch the flip switch (393) upwards to "1".
4. Set the poti (394) to the required RPM of the Diesel engine.
392 393 394
Fig. 6-50 Valves for the hydraulics
Completion of the 1. Switch the flip switch (392) down to "0".

Emergency electrics
2. Switch the flip switch (393) down to "0".
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6.2.14 Operating panels for cable guided bores.
430 433
431 434
432 435
Fig. 6-51 Operating panels for cable guided bores.
Tab. 6-44 Operating elements for cable guided bores.

Swivel switch left: release swivel arm
430
"Block swivel arm" Right: swivel arm blocked
Indication lamp "swivel
431 lights up red, if the swivel arm is blocked
arm blocked"
Emergency OFF switches the GRUNDODRILL off in case of an
432
operating panel front emergency
Emergency OFF switches the GRUNDODRILL off in case of an
433
operating panel rear emergency
Indication lamp "Bore
lights up red, if the safety door is open and the bore
434 function blocked /door
functions are blocked.
open"
Light button "Release
435 releases the bore functions with reduced speed.
bore functions"
The front operating panel for cable guided bores is equipped with a magnet
holder and must be dismantled after the application.
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6.3 Checks before starting
Checks before starting the GRUNDODRILL 15 N:
• whether the drill rods show any tears or whether a seal or o-ring is
missing,
• whether the drilling fluid is mixed and the drilling fluid mixing system is
ready for operation,
• whether the hydraulic power unit is ready for operation (sufficient fuel,
coolant, engine oil, hydraulic oil),
• whether all hoses and electric cables are connected properly, safely
installed and ready for operation.
• whether all communication means (walky-talky or hand signals) have
been set between operator on site and operator of GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
• whether the operating personnel wears protection clothing (safety shoes,
safety gloves, work clothes, protection helmet),
• whether all safety measures have been kept (chapter 3, page 3-1),
• whether the entrance to the jobsite, to the hydraulic power unit and to the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N is forbidden for unauthorised persons,
• whether the Zap-Alert system has been tested and is ready for operation.
• whether the detection system has been tested and is ready for operation.
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6.4 Start
Conditions • The GRUNDODRILL 15 N must be standing at the entrance pit in the

starting position and be anchored to the ground
• The personnel has completely read and understood this operating
manual, especially the chapter regarding "safety".
• Suitable accessories are ready for use.
• Communication means for communication between the entrance pit and
the target pit are ready for use.
1. Switch the mixing system on (see operating manual for mixing unit).
2. Start the drive engine on GRUNDODRILL 15 N with the 1
ignition key (s. chapter 5.3.2, page 5-6). 0 2
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6.5 Connect the first drill rod to the bore head
Information
If carrying out a cable guided bore, then procede as described in chapter 6.7.1,
page 6-67.
Always grease the threading of the drill rod! Make sure that there is no excessive
grease on the outside of the drill rod, as the grease must not penetrate into the
soil or in waters.
1. If necessary, switch over on the right joystick panel from

drive mode to bore mode.
2. Switch the motor rpm’s to approx. 2.000 rpm’s via the poti

pull-in to pilot bore mode.
4. Drive the thrust rig back fully to the stopper, by pulling the
right joystick back.
By pressing the button "quick mode on" on the right
joystick, you can drive the thrust rig back quickly.
5. If necessary swing the gripper into the drill rod retainer

position, by moving the right joystick to the right.
6. Move the drill rod box to bay 1 via the button (press once)
on the left joystick.
If the lifting stamps are driven out (pulling in, swing below
the bay, gripper open) the the drill rod box will be
automatically positioned and driven to the next bay.
Information:
To guarantee an even wear of the drill rods, we
recommend, to alternate between starting with the outer
bay and the inner bay.
7. Open the drill rod gripper for the drill rod, so that the lifting
stamp can drive down. For this press the left joystick to the
left. Only let go of the joystick, when the drill rod has
been placed inside the drill rod gripper!
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8. Close the drill rod gripper, by pressing the left joystick to

the right and holding it in this position.
Then swing the gripper arm with the drill rod into the bore
axis, by pressing the right joystick to the left. The stamp will
drive upwards automatically
Information:
The gripper arm is now swung into the bore axis, when the thrust rig is
driven fully back.
9. Switch the rotation right on, by pressing the left joystick

forward and keeping it pressed.
Simultaneously press the right joystick forward, to drive the
thrust rig so far forward, until the sub-saver and the first drill
rods are screwed tight together.
10. Press the right joystick forward, to drive the thrust rig slowly
so far forward, until the front end of the drill rod lies inside
the clamping jaw.
the left and holding it in this position.
If necessary swing the grippers into the drill rod box, by
moving the right joystick to the right.
Only let go of the joystick, when the drill rod has been
placed inside the drill rod gripper!
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6.6 Pilot bore
Information
If carrying out a cable guided bore, then procede as described in chapter 6.7.1,
page 6-67.
During the pilot bore pay attention to the following safety instructions:
• Do NOT screw the bore head and drill rod together using the function
"Rotation" on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
• If an operator holds a rotating part in his hand or when a rotating part is
mechanically held (such as spanners) then the bore mode must not be
switched on.


pull in to pilot bore.
3. Set the poti for rotation on the left joystick panel to 100 %,
to achieve the maximal rotation speed.
4. Press the right joystick forward, to drive the thrust rig

forward, until the drill rod shows out of the front of the
clamp.
5. Screw the prepared bore head assembly with sonde
manually with an SW 55 spanner to the first drill rod.
The bore head can then be additionally tightened via the
hydraulic clamp.

forward, until the bore head reaches the ground.
7. To be able to check the bore head nozzles, switch the

drilling fluid on the left joystick panel shortly to tortoise (low
flow rate).
8. Switch the drilling fluid pump on the left joystick on, by

shortly pressing the button.
9. Switch the drilling fluid quantity to the centre position via

the poti on the left joystick panel.
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10. Check, whether drilling fluid exits from all jets of the bore head!
11. Switch the drilling fluid off again on the left joystick on, by
shortly pressing the button again.
12. Press the left joystick forward, to turn the drill rod exactly
to the "6 o’clock position".
13. If necessary, set the drilling fluid on the left joystick panel
to tortoise (low flow rate).
and switch the drilling fluid pump on.
14. First press the right joystick forward, to drive the thrust rig
forward, until the bore tip has entered the soil by
approx. 30 – 40 cm.
15. Leave the drilling fluid switched on.

thrust so far forward, until the drill rod has completely
entered the soil or it has driven to the front stopper.
Information:
This way the drill rod connection lies exactly between
both clamps.
18. Pull the right joystick back, to drive the thrust rig approx.
5 cm back, so that the lengths can even out. (space
between thrust unit and rotational drive)
Information:
Now you can locate the bore head (see operating manual of detection system
manufacturer)!
19. Close the clamp via the button on the right joystick.
Information:
As soon as pressure is applied to the clamp, the valve for
drilling fluid pressure relief will automatically open.
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20. Unscrew the drill rod from the thrust rig or sub-saver fully,
turning to the left, by pulling the left joystick back.
6.6.1 Add further drill rods

the right.
2. Then swing the gripper arm with the drill rod into the bore
axis, by pressing the right joystick to the left.
Swing the gripper arm is only possible, when the drill
rod grippers are closed and the thrust rig is driven fully
back.

thrust rig so far forward, until the sub-saver and the next
drill rod are screwed tight together.
the clamping jaw.
5. Open the drill rod gripper, by pressing the left joystick to the
left and holding it in this position.
thrust rig so far forward, until the second drill rod and the
first drill rod are screwed tight together.
Carry out following working steps from Point 9. to Point 12. only in case of
"straight bores"!
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8. Switch the drilling fluid on the left joystick panel to tortoise

(low flow rate) and wait, until the pressure on the gauge on
the operating terminal has built up.
9. Switch the drilling fluid pump on with the left joystick, by

and if necessary set the poti for the drilling fluid.
forward.
12. In case of more solid grounds the torque can be increased

via the poti for rotation on the left joystick panel.
If necessary, switch the motor rpm’s to approx. 2,300 rpm’s
via the poti on the right joystick panel.
Information!
In turbo mode the rotation the drilling fluid performance reduces itself
automatically in accordance with the set Bentonite step.
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Carry out the following working steps from Point 13. to Point 17. to correct
the bore direction!
Information!
Pay attention to the minimal bending radius of the drill rods!
13. Set the valie for the roll angle with the button F3 and F4 on
the screen "pilot bore 2" (s. chapter 6.2.6.5, page 6-14) or
press the left joystick slightly forward, to switch on the
rotation right, until the required position has been reached.
(check via the detection system)
Afterwards switch the rotation off, by bringing the left
joystick into the centre position.
15. Switch on the drilling fluid pump, by pressing the button

on the left joystick shortly and if necessary setting the poti
for the drilling fluid.
forward.
17. Switch the percussive hammer (if necessary), by pressing
the button on the right joystick panel and keeping it
pressed.
18. After completing the steering correction, switch the
percussive hammer off, by letting go of the pressure
button.
Information:
• Only switch on the percussive hammer in very hard grounds, e. g. stoney
inclusions!
• Only switch on the percussive hammer if the rotation is switched off!
• The percussive hammer can only be switched on in combination with
"thrust unit forward".
19. Switch off rotation by letting go of the left joystick.
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20. Switch the drilling fluid off by shortly pressing the button
shortly on the left joystick again.
21. Switch off the thrust of the thrust unit by letting go of the
right joystick.
22. Locate the bore head (see operating manual of the
detection system manufacturer) and compare with the
destined bore path (height and side position).
Carry out the required corrections again, in case of any
deviations.
23. Switch the drilling fluid on with the left joystick, by shortly
pressing the button.
24. Switch the drilling fluid on the left joystick panel to tortoise
(low flow rate) and wait, until the pressure on the gauge
has built up.
forward, until the drill rod penetrates further into the
ground.
Repeat this process, until the pilot bore is completed!
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6.6.2 Auto-bore during the pilot bore.
If the GRUNDODRILL 15 N is in the "pilot bore" mode (flip switch

193 on the right joystick panel), then the drill rods are added
automatically and screwed tight, if you press the button (179) on
the left joystick.
If the auto-bore is switched on, then the sub-saver will
automatically loosen and a further drill rod can be added to the
length of drill rods. Auto-bore carries out the working steps from
Point 19. to Point 21. from page 6-60 and the working steps from
Point 1. to Point 7. frompage 6-61.
Warning!
Risk of injury from machinery movements during auto-bore!
To keep clear of the danger areas, sit down on the operator seat. Remain seated
until all steps are completed.
Make sure everyone keeps clear of the danger areas!
Starting position • The drilling fluid-step switch is switched on.

• The poti (180) for the drilling fluid quantity is set on the left
joystick panel.
• The screwing between drill rod and sub-saver is situated
precisely between both clamp jaws. This position can be
identified, as the drill rod length lights up in green on the
screen "pilot bore"(see page 6-14) on the operating
terminal.
From this position, after pressing the button (179) on the left
joystick panel a new drill rod is added automatically.
From this point the operator must take over the steering, until the
screwing between the drill rod and the sub-saver is situated
between both clamping jaws.
The auto-bore can be interrupted, by pressing the button (179) on

the left joystick panel again or by leaving the operator seat (a
position switch is released).
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6.7 Cable guided bore
Depending on the soil conditions, depth, type and duration of the planned bore,
it may be necessary, to carry out the bore with a cable guided sonde, as the
sonde power of the battery charged sonde inside the bore head assembly may
be insufficient to transfer the data to the detection system.
Standard sondes hold out for about 18 hrs, other sondes with higher power
about 35 hrs and sondes with lithium-Ione batteries maximally 120 hrs. Tracto-
Technik recommends cable guided bores from bore depths of 20 m.
With cable guided bores the sonde inside the bore head assembly is supplied
with 24 V via a cable, to increase the sonde power. The cable is guided through
the drill rod and connected to the bore rig via a friction contact on the rinsing
head. The cable must be extended with every added drill rod.
At the same time the cable is used to send data regarding the position,
inclination and time of the bore head back to the bore rig.
The direction and the depth of the bore head are measured with the detection
system.
Normally the system for cable guided bores is rented out to the customer. All
required parts, tools and consumer materials are provided by TRACTO-
TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG in a ready packed crate (see annexure chapter 13.2,
page 13-3).
All components are tested at TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG before being
sent out. You should use the supplied components - especially the cable, to
make sure that everything works and the supplied seals fit.
For cable guided bores the bore head assembly and the bore rig have to be
converted (see chapter 5.9, page 5-34 and chapter 5.10, page 5-37). The
customer service at TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG (see chapter 8,
page 8-1) can support you with the conversion.
Auto-bore is not possible witb cable guided bores.
For cable guided bores at least 3 people - 4 would be even better - are required.
• one operator inside the cabin,
• one person at the front on the bore rig for the cable connections,
• one person at the rear on the bore rig for the cable connections,
• one person for the detection of the bore head with the detection system
The time consumption during bores usually takes between 10 -15 minutes per
drill rod.
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6.7.1 Pilot bore with cable guided bores
Conditions • Bore head is equipped with a sonde with cable (see chapter 5.9,
page 5-34)
• Bore rig is converted for cable guided bores (see chapter 5.10,
page 5-37)
• Tools and consumer materials for cable guided bores are ready for use
(see annexure, chapter 13.2, page 13-3).
Always grease the threading of the drill rod! Make sure that there is no excessive
grease on the outside of the drill rod, as the grease must not penetrate into the
soil or in waters.

2. Switch the motor rpm’s to approx. 2,000 rpm’s via the poti

pull-in to pilot bore mode.
5. If necessary swing the gripper into the drill rod retainer

position, by moving the right joystick to the right.
6. Move the drill rod box to bay 1 via the button (press once)
on the left joystick.
The lifting stamps are driven out (pulling in, swing below
the bay, gripper open) the the drill rod box will be
automatically positioned and driven to the next bay.
Information:
To guarantee an even wear of the drill rods, we
recommend, to alternate between starting with the outer
bay and the inner bay.
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7. Open the drill rod gripper for the drill rod, so that the lifting
stamp can drive down. For this press the left joystick to the
left. Only let go of the joystick, when the drill rod has
been placed inside the drill rod gripper!

the right and holding it in this position.
Then swing the gripper arm with the drill rod into the bore
axis, by pressing the right joystick to the left, until the rear
operator can reach the drill rod easily. The stamp will drive
upwards automatically
Information:
The gripper arm is now swung into the bore axis, when the thrust rig is
driven fully back.
Danger of getting pulled in and danger of crushing!

While the cable is being pulled into the drill rod, all movements on the bore rig
must be switched off.
Rear operator 9. Step onto the working platform and open the slide door.
Front operator 10. Block the swing arm, by turning the swing switch on the front operating
panel to the right.
Rear operator 11. Pull the cable through the cable entrance (376, Fig. 6-52) until it hangs
out of the sub-saver at the front.
12. Push the Cobra (glass-fibre rod) from the reat through the drill rod and
the sub-saver on the rinsing head and pull the cable through the drill rod,
assisted by the Cobra. The front end should hang out of the drill rod with
approx. 50 cm. The rear end of the cable hangs approx. 50 cm out of the
sub-saver.
• For bores up to 300 m lengths please use a cable with a cross-sectron
of 6 mm2, for longer bores use a cable with a cross-section of 10 mm2.
376
Fig. 6-52 cable pulled in
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Front operator 13. Connect the cable of the sonde to the cable, which is hanging out of the
front of the drill rod.
• Insulate the end of the sonde cable and push a crimp connection on
to the cable.
Fig. 6-53 Crimp connection on the cable
• Crimp the crimp connection 2 x on the cable with the clamp. At the
second time turn the clamp at 180°.
• Cut off a piece of shrinkdown hose, which is 3 x as long as the crimp
connection and push it on to the cable with the crimp connection.
Fig. 6-54 Crimp the crimp connection and pull on the shrinkdown hose
• Insulate the end of the cbale inside the drill rod and plug it into the
crimp connection.
• Crimp the cable 2 x tight with the clamp At the second time turn the
clamp at 180°.
Fig. 6-55 Crimp on the second cable
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• Push the shrinkdown hose centrally on to the crimp connection.

• Shrink the shrinkdown hose with a hot air pistol or a blowlamp evenly,
until the adhesive exits on both sides of the shrinkdown hose.
Fig. 6-56 Pull over the shrinkdown hose and shrink on
• Let the shrinkdown hose cool down before carrying on working.
14. Screw the prepared bore head complete with sonde manually to the first
drill stem. The bore head can later be additionally tightened via the
hydraulic clamp.
Rear operator 15. To do so pull the cable on the screwing of the sub-saver back and slightly
straight.
Front operator 16. Release the swivel arm, by turning the swivel switch on the front
operating panel to the left.
Danger!
Contact with the rotating drill rod could lead to injuries or even death!
Keep away from any rotating parts!
Information:
All functiond drive with reduced speed. As soon as you let go of the release
button on the rear operating panel, or if one of the emergency OFF switches is
pressed, then the machine will come to a standstill.
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Rear operator 17. Leave the safety door open and release the bore functions, by pressing
the light button "Release bore functions" on the rear operating panel. The
engine will only run with reduced speed (idle gas).
18. Keep the button pressed and pull the cable slightly straight during the
following three working steps (Point 19. bis Point 21.).
Fig. 6-57 Pull cable slightly straight
Operator on operator 19. Switch the rotation right on, by pressing the left joystick
seat forward and keeping it pressed.
thrust rig so far forward, until the sub-saver and the first drill
rods are screwed tight together.
the clamping jaw.
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During the pilot bore pay attention to the following safety instructions:

mechanically held (such as spanners) then the bore mode must not be switched
on.
Rear operator 23. Let go of the release button.

to the cable. The pressure piece must be pushed on to the cable with the
conical side towards the screwing.
377 378 379
Fig. 6-58 Seal, pressure piece and screwing
25. Reel the end of the cable loose around the sub-saver, so that the cable
can not be pulled into the sub-saver by the flowing drilling fluid.
26. Connect the insulated end of the cable to the friction ring (knurled head
screw or hexagon nut)
Fig. 6-59 Cable connected to friction ring
Operator on operator 27. Press the right joystick forward, to drive the thrust rig
seat
forward, until the bore head reaches the ground.
The bore head can now be additionally tightened via the
hydraulic clamp.
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mechanically held (such as spanners) then the bore mode must not be switched
on.
28. To be able to check the bore head nozzles, switch the

flow rate).
29. Switch the drilling fluid pump on the left joystick on, by
30. Switch the drilling fluid quantity to the centre position via
the poti on the left joystick panel.
31. Check, whether drilling fluid exits from all jets of the bore
head!
33. Press the left joystick forward, to turn the drill rod exactly
to the "6 o’clock position".
and switch the drilling fluid pump on.
35. First press the right joystick forward, to drive the thrust rig
forward, until the bore tip has entered the soil by
approx. 30–40 cm.
36. Leave the drilling fluid switched on.

thrust so far forward, until the drill rod has completely
entered the soil or it has driven to the front stopper.
Information:
This way the drill rod connection lies exactly between
both clamps.
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39. Pull the right joystick back, to drive the thrust rig approx.
5 cm back, so that the lengths can even out. (space
between thrust unit and rotational drive)
Information:
Now you can locate the bore head (see operating manual of detection system
manufacturer)!
Information:
As soon as pressure is applied to the clamp, the valve for
drilling fluid pressure relief will automatically open.

While the cable is being loosened, all movements on the bore rig must be
switched off.
Front operator 41. Loosen the cable from the friction ring.
42. Open the cable screwing on the sub-saver, so that the cable does not
tear off when unscrewing the sub-saver.
Danger!
Operator on operator 43. Unscrew the drill rod from the thrust rig or sub-saver fully,
seat
turning to the left, by pulling the left joystick back.
44. In doing so the cable is pulled out of the sub-saver. The
loose end of the cable is free at the front of the clamp.
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6.7.2 Add further drill rods to the cable guided bore.

the right.
2. Then swing the gripper arm with the drill rod into the bore
axis, by pressing the right joystick to the left, until the rear
operator can reach the drill rod easily. The stamp will drive
upwards automatically
Swing the gripper arm is only possible, when the drill
rod grippers are closed and the thrust rig is driven fully
back.

While the cable is being pulled into the drill rod, all movements on the bore rig
must be switched off.
Rear operator 3. Step onto the working platform and open the slide door.
Front operator 4. Block the swing arm, by turning the swing switch on the front operating
panel to the right.
Rear operator 5. Pull the cable through the cable entrance (376, Fig. 6-60) until it hangs
out of the sub-saver at the front.
6. Push the Cobra (glass-fibre rod) from the reat through the drill rod and
the sub-saver on the rinsing head and pull the cable through the drill rod,
assisted by the Cobra. The front end should hang out of the drill rod with
approx. 50 cm. The rear end of the cable hangs approx. 50 cm out of the
sub-saver.
376
Fig. 6-60 cable pulled in
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Front operator 7. Connect the new cable with a crimp connector to the old cable (see
Point 13., page 6-69). Wait until the shrinkdown hose has cooled down.
Rear operator 8. To do so pull the cable on the screwing of the sub-saver back and slightly
straight.
Front operator 9. Release the swivel arm, by turning the swivel switch on the front
operating panel to the left.
Danger!
Information:
All functiond drive with reduced speed. As soon as you let go of the release
button on the rear operating panel, or if one of the emergency OFF switches is
pressed, then the machine will come to a standstill.
Rear operator 10. Leave the safety door open and release the bore functions, by pressing
the light button "Release bore functions" on the rear operating panel.
11. Keep the button pressed and pull the cable slightly straight during the
following two working steps (Point 12. bis Point 13.).
Fig. 6-61 Pull cable slightly straight
Operator on operator 12. Switch the rotation right on, by pressing the left joystick
seat
thrust rig so far forward, until the sub-saver and the next
drill rod are screwed tight together.
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so far forward, until the front end of the new drill rod lies
inside the clamping jaw.

While the cable is being connected, all movements on the bore rig must be
switched off.
Rear operator 14. Let go of the release button.

to the cable. The pressure piece must be pushed on to the cable with the
conical side towards the screwing.
377 378 379

Fig. 6-62 Seal, pressure piece and screwing
16. Reel the end of the cable loose around the sub-saver, so that the cable
can not be pulled into the sub-saver by the flowing drilling fluid.
17. Connect the insulated end of the cable to the friction ring (knurled head
screw or hexagon nut)
Fig. 6-63 Cable connected to friction ring
Danger!
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thrust rig so far forward, until the second drill rod and the
first drill rod are screwed tight together.
21. Carry on with the bore, as described in Point 29.,
page 6-73, until the drill rod connection is situated between
both clamps again.
Repeat this process, until the pilot bore is completed!
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6.8 Change the drill rod box
A full drill rod box TD73 (Standard) contains drill rods, to cover a total length of
210 m, for TD61 (optional) a complete length of 216 m. For larger drill rod
requirements exchange the complete drill rod box.
The weights of a complete drill rod box and a single drill rod can be taken from
chapter 2.3, page 2-11
Conditions • Drill rod box is either empty or completely full as standard.

• Single rod is inside the ground.
• Thrust unit is driven back.
When exchanging the drill rod box always wear a protection helmet and
protection gloves!
1. Drive the lifting stamp upwards as follows:
• When you are carrying out the pilot bore:
If necessary, switch over on the right joystick panel from
pilot bore to pull-in mode.
• Swing the grippers into the drill rod box, by moving the
right joystick to the right.
• Open the drill rod gripper, so that the lifting stamp can
drive upwards. For this press the left joystick to the left.
2. Drive the drill rod box into the transport position, by shortly
pressing the button on the left joystick. You have reached
the transport position, when the drill rod box is situated
between bay 4 and 5.
3. Plug the drill rod holding bar (see Fig. 6-64) into the lower
latches of the drill rod box.
4. Secure the drill rod holding bar with screws.
Fig. 6-64 Drill rod holding bar
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5. Swing the sensor (218, Fig. 6-65), which has identified the full bay, to the
side.
6. Remove the safety bolts (219) at the front and rear on the drill rod box.
218 219
Fig. 6-65 Sensor and safety bolts of drill rod box
7. Loosen the screws (221, Fig. 6-66, only one visible) on both sides.
221
Fig. 6-66 Screw of drill rod box
8. Hook a suitable lifting device with hooks to all four eyelets

(220 in Fig. 6-67.)
The lifting device must be chosen in accordance with the weight of the
drill rod box (s. chapter 2.3, page 2-11)!
220
Fig. 6-67 Eyelet points of the drill rod box.
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Danger!
Suspended loads can fall down!
Do stand under suspending loads, keep at a distance.
9. Lift the drill rod box with a suitable lifting device and remove the drill rod
box.
10. Hook the lifting device to the four eyelet
points (220) of the new drill rod box.
Danger of bruises below the drill rod box!

Keep hands out of the way, keep at a distance.
11. Let down the new drill rod box in position with a suitable lifting device.
12. Remove the lifting device.
13. Secure the drill rod box with the safety bolts (219, 221; page 6-79).
Tighten the screws on both sides.
14. Remove the drill rod holding bar (Fig. 6-64, page 6-79).
15. Swing the sensor (218, Fig. 6-66, page 6-80), which has identified the
full bay, back inwards.
16. Move the complete drill rod box with the left joystick panel
so far, until bay 1 (inner) is above the drill rod grippers and
then carry on boring.
If the drill rod box is empty, drive so that bay 6 (outer) is

situated above the drill rod grippers and carry on pulling in.
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6.9 Expander / Pulling in mode
When the bore head reaches the target pit, the steps of "bore mode" and "drill
stem change" are repeated in reverse sequence.
The pilot bore diameter may have to be upsized to match the product pipe
diameter. A change of tooling is therefore required. The bore head is exchanged
for a back-reamer.
Wear protection clothing!
Danger!
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6.9.1 Change of tools for expanding
Due to the fact that the exact back-reaming operations are very application
orientated, it is recommended that you consult with TRACTO-TECHNIK or
authorized sales partners for assistance with any uncertainties.
Indications:
The operation of the GRUNDODRILL when exchanging accessories can
optionally be carried out with the pit-remote control (see chapter 5.3.6,
page 5-11 and chapter 6.2.4, page 6-6) from the target pit.
Drill rod could be pre-tensioned and suddenly become distorted!
Before loosening the sonde housing allow the tensioning to relieve! Then
proceed as follows:
1. Move thrust rig forward and backward, by pressing the

right joystick forward and backward.
2. Switch the GRUNDODRILL 15 N off with the key switch 1

0 2
and remove the ignition key.
P
3. Loosen the bore head from the drill stem by punching out
the two lock pins (14 mm) and 8 mm from the bore head.
Hold against the drill rod with a 12.5" pipe wrench or a drill
rod loosening spanner.
4. Screw the prepared expander on to the drill rod with the
plug adapter. Avoid any dirt infiltration into the drill stem or
coupling.
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6.9.2 Exchanging bore tool to expand after a cable guided bore
Due to the fact that the exact back-reaming operations are very application
orientated, it is recommended that you consult with TRACTO-TECHNIK or
authorized sales partners for assistance with any uncertainties.
Indications:
The operation of the GRUNDODRILL when exchanging accessories can
optionally be carried out with the pit-remote control (see chapter 5.3.6,
page 5-11 and chapter 6.2.4, page 6-6) from the target pit.
Drill rod could be pre-tensioned and suddenly become distorted!
Before loosening the sonde housing allow the tensioning to relieve! Then
proceed as follows:
1. Move thrust rig forward and backward, by pressing the

right joystick forward and backward.
2. Switch the GRUNDODRILL 15 N off with the key switch 1

0 2
and remove the ignition key.
P
3. Loosen the cable from the friction ring.

4. Open the cable screwing on the sub-saver and pull off the
screwing, the pressure piece and the seal from the cable,
so that it does not clamp when pulling out the drill rod.
5. Loosen the bore head from the drill stem by punching out
the two lock pins (14 mm and 8 mm) from the bore head.
Hold against the drill rod with a 12.5" pipe wrench or a drill
rod loosening spanner.
6. Cut the cable off the bore head assembly and pull the cable
to the front out of the drill rod.
7. Screw the prepared expander on to the drill rod with the
plug adapter. Avoid any dirt infiltration into the drill stem or
coupling.
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6.9.3 Connect product pipe to expander
225 226
230 227
229 228
Fig. 6-68 Example set up of drill rod with expander and product pipe
Item No. Element

225 Swivel coupling
226 Pipe puller
227 pipe to be pulled-in
228 support sleeve (HD-PE pipe section)
229 Expander head (Backreamer)
230 Drill rods
1. Only carry out this first step, if you use a PE-pipe:

Screw a suitable pipe puller into the product pipe to be installed.
2. Push the pulling latchet of the swivel into the yoke head of the expander
and secure it with a connection screw and nut.
3. In the swivel area insert a PE-pipe piece as a protection sleeve
(recommended for larger pipe diameters).
It prevents the bore hole from collapsing as well as the in fall of spoils.
4. Connect the rear pulling latchet of the swivel into the yoke head of the
pipe puller.
Information:
If a protection sleeve is applied, then one side must be left open, so that you
have access to this connection.
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6.9.4 Pull in the expander and product pipe
1. Hook on the drill rod wiper (not pictured) ahead of the drill rod guidance.
Fig. 6-69 Drill rod guidance
2. Start the drive engine on GRUNDODRILL 15 N with the 1

0 2
ignition key (s. chapter 5.3.2, page 5-6).
P
If necessary switch the GRUNDODRILL 15 N on the right

joystick panel over to bore mode.
3. Switch the motor rpm’s to approx. 2,000 rpm’s via the poti

pilot bore to pull-in mode.
5. To be able to check the backreamer nozzles, switch the

flow rate).
6. Switch on the drilling fluid pump.

Check, whether drilling fluid exits from all jets of the bore
head!
7. Switch off the drilling fluid again.
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8. Drive the thrust rig back, until the expander reaches the
ground surface. To do this pull the right joystick backward.
Make sure that you do not press the joystick to the side and
therefore switch on the rotation!
!
to rabbit (high flow rate).
10. Switch on the drilling fluid pump, by keeping the button

pressed. This way the drill rod length is completed quicker.
Regulate the drilling fluid pressure via the poti on the left
joystick panel and pay attention to the drilling fluid pressure
increase on the gauge on the operating terminal, until the
required pressure has been reached (generally approx.
20–40 bar).
11. The expander diameter and the hardness of the ground are
decisive for the rotation speed. Increase the motor rpm’s to
approx. 2,300 rpm’s via the poti on the right joystick panel.
Indications:
During the rotation turbo mode the drilling fluid reduces itself to 25 bar at
120 l/min
13. Pull the right joystick back, to drive the thrust rig back, until
the first screwing of the drill rod lies precisely between both
clamping jaws.
At the same time make sure that the rotation does not jam
and that the cut soil is mixed homogeneous and fed back.
Information
The dirt (soil) on the drill rod will be cleaned off with the drill rod wiper during the
pulling-in process!
14. Switch off rotation right by letting go of the left joystick.
15. If necessary, switch off the drilling fluid on the left joystick
panel.
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Warning!
You can get body parts crushed when closing the clamping jaw.
Keep away from the clamping jaw.
16. Close the clamping jaw via the button on the right joystick.
Here the drilling fluid will be relieved automatically via a
special valve.
17. Close the break-away jaw by pressing the button on the

right joystick and keeping it pressed. At the same time the
break-away clamp is swung.
18. Close the break-away clamp by pressing the button on the

right joystick and keeping it pressed.
19. Switch on rotation left via joystick, until the first drill rods are
unscrewed at the front in the clamp. To do this pull the left
joystick backward.
At the same time drive the thrust rig approx. 2 cm back, by
pulling the right joystick back.
Warning!
You can get body parts crushed when closing the clamp.
Keep away from the clamp and break-away device.
20. Close the clamping jaw lightly, by using the button on the
right joystick.
21. Pull the left joystick back, to start the sub-saver for approx.
1.5 rotations, turning to the left.
Then let go of the joystick to stop the rotation left.
An automatic switch-over to higher torque will take place.
After opening the clamping jaw a switch-over to the
previous torque automatically takes place.
23. Swing the gripper arm without drill rod into

the bore axis, by pressing the right joystick to the left and
keeping it pressed.
At the same time press the left joystick to the left to open
the drill rod gripper.
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24. Drive the thrust rig back to the drill rod retainer mark, by
pulling the right joystick back.
25. Swing the left joystick to the right.
to close the drill rod gripper.
26. To loosen the screwing between drill rod and sub-saver
completely, switch the rotation left on, by pulling the left
joystick back.
27. Drive the thrust rig back to the stopper, by pulling the right
joystick back.
Information:
The gripper arms will only swing back, when the thrust rig
is completely at the rear.
28. Swing the gripper arms with the drill rod below the drill rod
box, by moving the right joystick to the right.
29. Swing the left joystick to the left, to open the drill rod
gripper, until the drill rod has been pressed from the lifting
stamp into the drill rod box.
30. Drive the thrust rig up to the next drill rod, by pressing the
right joystick forward.
At the same time drive the thrust rig forward, until the sub-
saver and the drill rod are screwed together. To do this
push the right joystick forward.
The screwing between sub-saver and drill rod is carried out
automatically with low torque.
33. Proceed with pulling in the drill rods as described (s.
Point 10. on page 6-87), until the drill rod box has been
filled, or is complete except for the expander.
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6.9.5 Auto-bore during expanding/pipe installation
If the GRUNDODRILL 15 N is in the "pull in" mode (flip switch 193

on the right joystick panel), then the expanding and drill rod
exchange are carried out automatically and screwed tight, if you
press the button (179) on the left joystick panel.
The auto-bore takes over these working steps from Point 10. to
Point 33. from page 6-87.
Warning!
Risk of injury from machinery movements during auto-bore!
To keep clear of the danger areas, sit down on the operator seat. Remain seated
until all steps are completed.
Make sure everyone keeps clear of the danger areas!
Starting position • The swing arm is below the bay

and the separation point of both of the last drill rods is situated
between loosening and clamping jaw. The separation point is
shown on the display by alternating background colour of
the length indication.
Before switching the auto-bore on, set the following:

• Switch on the rotation on the poti (181) on the left joystick
panel (depending on ground and tools).
Information:
The higher the rpm’s means the lower the torque.
• Set the pulling speed on

poti (190) on the right joystick panel (depending on ground
and tools)
• Switch the drilling fluid pump via the flip switch (182) either
to high or low flow rate.
• Switch on the flow rate on the poti on the left joystick

panel (180) (depending on ground and tools).
• It may be necessary to re-set the motor rpm’s.
Information
• The rotation, pulling speed and flow rate settings can also be altered
during the expanding/pipe installation process.
• When the auto-bore is switched on it is not necessary to move the
joystick!
• If the expander should get jammed in the ground, then reduce the pulling
speed on the poti on the right joystick panel.
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• If the expander head gets jammed, then switch auto-bore off and proceed
manually. The expander head must be pushed so far forward until the
expander head turns itself free. Switch on the auto-bore again. The
conditions of the above mentioned starting positions must not be fulfilled.
• If the drill rod connection will not loosen, then switch auto-bore off and
proceed manually.
Auto-bore is switched off, by standing up from your operator seat, or by pressing

the button (179) on the left joystick again.
6.10 Switching off the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
1. Switch the motor rpm’s to idle gas via the poti on the right
joystick panel.
2. Turn the ignition key into the "0" position and remove it.. 1
0 2
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 7 Disassembly and de-installation
7 Disassembly and de-installation
Conditions • The accessory has been disconnected from the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.

• The step-ladder to the cabin is folded up.
• The drill rods are complete inside the rod box.
• The thrust rig has been brought into the front end position.
• The rig and the stabilisers are driven upwards.
7.1 Remove the thrust anchor
1. Pull the safety pin (71 in Fig. 7-1) out of the bolt (70).
2. Pull the bolt (70) out of the ring (78) and the thrust anchor (72).
3. Turn the ring (78) approx. 90° (from the aligned direction) and place the
impact head (76) on top.
76
72
70
78
71
Fig. 7-1 Pull out the bolt, plug on impact head
4. Push the bolt (70) out of the impact head (76 in Fig. 7-2) and the thrust
anchor (72).
5. Fix the bolt (70) in position with the safety pin (71).
76
70
71
72
Fig. 7-2 Fix bolt in position
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 7 Disassembly and de-installation
6. Position the anchor thrust unit (28 in Fig. 7-3) above the thrust
anchor (72) and lower the anchor thrust unit downwards.
7. Insert the second bolt (70) and secure it with the lock pin (77).
28
70
77
72
Fig. 7-3 Place the anchor thrust unit in position and lower it, insert second bolt
Information!
Only lift the anchor plate upwards, if the thrust anchors have been completely
pulled out.
8. Drive the anchor thrust unit (28 in Fig. 7-4) upwards, until the thrust
anchor (72) is completely free.
28
72
Fig. 7-4 Drive anchor thrust unit upward.
9. After removing the thrust anchor, assemble the transport rod back
between the anchor thrust unit and the anchor plate.
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 8 Faults and trouble shooting
8 Faults and trouble shooting
All faults are shown on the screen "fault details" on the operating terminal.
Screen "Fault details" In case of important faults the screen will automatically show up. In case of faults
with less relevance a notification will show on the actual screen, by pressing the
relevant function button the screen will show.
All fault indications are shown directly on the display, no matter which
is currently being worked with (except if the service mode is switched on)
Operating errors and real machine errors are differentiated. In case of operating
errors the display turns yellow, in case of machine errors it turns red. Always one
error group, one error group, one error description and possible error cause is
indicated.
Yellow error indications are only meant as operating indications and are
automatically deleted, if a wrongly operated operating element is not longer
applied.
Red error indications can only be quitted with the button F1 (ESC), but they must
always be paid attention to and the cause should be lifted immediately.
If this error indication is quitted, then it will only show after
a re-start of the machine. This does not mean that the fault is no longer there.
All fault indications are stored in the machine logbook and can always be read
out there.
Fig. 8-1 Screen "Fault details"
Via the button "ESC" F1 you can move back to the initial screen.
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Correct the fault according to Table 8-1, page 8-3 and confirm the fault
indication or call the Tracto-Technik customer service for support.
Tracto-Technik customer service.
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Tel. +49 27 23 8080 Fax: +630 851 8299
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Email:customerservice@tt-uk.com Email:ttf@tracto-techniques.com Email:info@tt.asiapacific.com
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Tab. 8-1 Fault details, cause, rectifying
Fault Possible
Fault group Fault detail Cause
no. rectification
1
Fault drive 1 Fault Diesel engine 8V sensor power supply, above Ring Tracto-Technik customer
engine / fault normal service.
drive engine 2 Fault Diesel engine 8V sensor power supply, above
Can-Bus
normal
3 Fault Diesel engine Prorated gas sensor, irregular or
intermittent
4 Fault Diesel engine Prorated gas sensor, interrupted
power circuit or short circuit on
battery plus
5 Fault Diesel engine Prorated gas sensor, short circuit
on mass
6 Fault Diesel engine prorated gas sensor, unusual
signal
7 Fault Diesel engine prorated gas sensor, power
supply fault
8 Fault Diesel engine Switch off in case of too low
motor oil pressure
9 Fault Diesel engine Motor oil pressure sensor,
interrupted power circuit or short
circuit on battery plus
10 Fault Diesel engine Motor oil pressure sensor, short
circuit on mass
11 Fault Diesel engine Motor oil pressure sensor, power
supply interrupted
12 Fault Diesel engine Warning in case of too low motor
oil pressure
13 Fault Diesel engine throttling in case of too low motor
oil pressure
14 Fault Diesel engine Prorated gas sensor, interrupted
power circuit or short circuit on
battery plus
15 Fault Diesel engine Suction pressure sensor, short
circuit on mass
16 Fault Diesel engine Suction pressure sensor, power
supply interrupted
17 Fault Diesel engine Suction air temperature sensor,
18 Fault Diesel engine Suction air temperature sensor,
short circuit on mass
19 Fault Diesel engine Warning if suction air temperature
is too high
20 Fault Diesel engine Throttle if suction air temperature
is too high
21 Fault Diesel engine Switch off in case of too high
coolant temperature
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
Fault drive 22 Fault Diesel engine Coolant temperature sensor, Ring Tracto-Technik customer
engine / fault interrupted power circuit or short service.
drive engine circuit on battery plus
Can-Bus 23 Fault Diesel engine Coolant temperature sensor,
short circuit on mass
24 Fault Diesel engine Warning in case of too high
coolant temperature
25 Fault Diesel engine Throttle in case of too high
coolant temperature
26 Fault Diesel engine Battery voltage, intermittent or
wrong
27 Fault Diesel engine Fuel temperature sensor,
irregular or intermittent
28 Fault Diesel engine Warning in case of too high fuel
temperature
29 Fault Diesel engine Throttle in case of too high fuel
temperature
30 Fault Diesel engine Motor overspeed warning
31 Fault Diesel engine J1939-File connection, abnormal
refreshing
32 Fault Diesel engine Wrong ECM Software
33 Fault Diesel engine 5V sensor supply, voltage above
normal
34 Fault Diesel engine 5V sensor supply, voltage below
normal
35 Fault Diesel engine Exceeding without injection,
switch status incorrect
36 Fault Diesel engine External switch off, files irregular
or incorrect
37 Fault Diesel engine RPM’s/OT-sensor, intermittent
signal
38 Fault Diesel engine RPM’s/OT-sensor, loss of signal
39 Fault Diesel engine Diagnosis return switch,
intermittent or wrong
40 Fault Diesel engine RPM’s/OT-sensor no. 2,
intermittent signal
41 Fault Diesel engine ECM has identified an incorrect
OT-impulse
42 Fault Diesel engine Prorated gas sensor no. 2,
irregular or intermittent
44 Fault Diesel engine Prorated gas sensor no. 2, short
circuit on mass
unusual signal
46 Fault Diesel engine Prorated gas sensor no. 2, power
supply fault
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
Fault drive 47 Fault Diesel engine Fuel pump relais, not switched off Ring Tracto-Technik customer
engine / fault service.
48 Fault Diesel engine Machine safety system module,
drive engine
abnormal refreshing
Can-Bus
49 Fault Diesel engine Fuel injection pump, fuel
temperature above normal
50 Fault Diesel engine Fuel injection pump, software
error
51 Fault Diesel engine Fuel injection pump, fuel inlet
fault
52 Fault Diesel engine Fuel injection pump, distribution
voltage fault
53 Fault Diesel engine Fuel injection pump, non valid
impulse width
54 Fault Diesel engine Fuel injection pump, mechanical
fault
55 Fault Diesel engine Fuel injection pump, crankshaft
reference fault
56 Fault Diesel engine Fuel injection pump, CAN fault
57 Fault Diesel engine Fuel injection pump, fuel setting
signal fault
58 Fault Diesel engine Fuel injection pump, internal
sensor fault
59 Fault Diesel engine Fuel injection pump, machine
fault
60 Fault Diesel engine Fuel injection pump, no
communication
61 Fault Diesel engine Analogue RPM steering, signal
abnormal
62 Fault Diesel engine Motor mode-choice switch, non
valid condition
63 Fault Diesel engine RPM setting controls-off switch,
non-valid status
64 Fault Diesel engine RPM setting controls-flip switch,
non-valid status
2
Fault drive 1 Diesel in reserve Below minimal level in Diesel tank re-fill diesel
motor / fault
drive motor
2 Fault air filter Air filter dirty Clean / exchange air filter
controls
3 Fault dynamo The battery is no longer being Dynamo, check battery.
loaded.
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
3
Hardware fault 1 Hydraulic oil level too low. Level switch in hydraulic tank is Refill hydraulic oil.
/ fault switched Search and rectify possible leakage.
hydraulics
2 Fault hydraulic oil filter Hydraulic oil filter dirty Exchange hydraulic oil filter
3 Hydraulic return filter fault Hydraulic return filter dirty Exchange hydraulic return suction
filter
4 Hydraulic pressure filter Hydraulic pressure filter dirty Exchange hydraulic pressure filter
fault
5 Hydraulics faulty Excess temperature hydraulic oil Check and clean oil cooler
tank
6 Hydraulic motor rotation Excess temperature hydraulic Ring Tracto-Technik customer
fault motor rotation service.
7 Drilling fluid pump fault No drilling fluid pressure when Check connections
drilling fluid pump is switched on Increase poti setting
8 Lifting cylinder drill rod Both end position switches of Ring Tracto-Technik customer
magazine fault lifting cylinder are switched. service.
4
Hardware fault 1 Fault right joystick cabin Both direction buttons are Ring Tracto-Technik customer
/ fault joysticks switched service.
2 Fault left joystick cabin Both direction buttons are
switched
3 Fault right joystick cabin The operator seat is empty or the Sit on the operator seat.
arm rest switch is upwards.
4 Fault left joystick cabin The operator seat is empty or the
arm rest switch is upwards.
5 Fault right joystick remote joystick value and direction button Ring Tracto-Technik customer
control are not aligned service.
6 Fault left joystick remote joystick value and direction button
control are not aligned
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
5
Hardware fault 1 Fault controls 1 Storage fault Ring Tracto-Technik customer
/ general fault service.
and can-bus-
2 Fault controls 1 Low / Excess voltage fault
error-controls
controls and inlets
3 Fault controls 1 Excess temperature fault
4 Fault controls 1 Low / Excess voltage fault -
outlets
5 Fault controls 1 Release relais for outlets is
switched off
6 Fault controls 2 Storage fault
7 Fault controls 2 Low / Excess voltage fault
controls and inlets
8 Fault controls 2 Excess temperature fault
9 Fault controls 2 Low / Excess voltage fault -
outlets
10 Fault controls 2 Input relais for outlets is switched
off
11 Fault controls 1 Can-Bus-interface 1 inactive
6
Hardware fault 1 Fault controls 1 Interruption of analogue inlets Ring Tracto-Technik customer
/ fault inlet IW03, vein number 08 service.
controls Pressure sensor rotation
2 Fault controls 1 Interruption of analogue inlets
IW04, vein number 27
Pressure sensor thrust
Pressure sensor drilling fluid
pump
Level sensor Diesel tank
Position sensor thrust rig
Angle sensor swing arm
Position sensor drill rod magazine
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
7
Hardware fault 1 Fault controls 1 Interruption of digital outlets Ring Tracto-Technik customer
/ interruption QK0.02, vein number 46 service.
outlet controls Valve lift front stabiliser
1
2 Fault controls 1 Interruption of digital outlets
QK0.03, vein number 47
Valve lower front stabiliser
Valve lift rear stabiliser
Valve lower rear stabiliser
Valve lift front rig
Valve lower front rig
Valve lift rear rig
Valve lower rear rig
QK010, vein number 40
Valve lift anchor plate
Valve lower anchor plate
Valve close clamp jaw
Valve open clamp jaw
Valve close break-away clamp
Valve open break-away jaw
Valve break-away
Valve percussive hammer
Valve high-pressure cleaner
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
outlet controls Valve step undercarriage
1 19 Fault controls 1 Interruption of digital outlets
Valve step thrust
Valve step drilling fluid pump
Valve drill rod greasing
Transfer pump mixing system
8
outlet controls Proportional valve anchor bore
2 unit drilling fluid pump
Proportional valve thrust
Proportional valve quick mode
thrust
Proportional valve undercarriage
left
right
QK32.13 vein number 42
Valve drill rod magazine right
Valve drill rod magazine left
Valve swing arm bore axis
Valve swing arm bay
Valve lift lifting cylinder
Valve lower lifting cylinder
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
outlet controls Close valve drill rod gripper
2 13 Fault controls 2 Interruption of digital outlets
Valve open drill rod gripper
Valve auxiliary functions
Horn
9
Hardware fault 1 Fault controls 1 Short circuit of digital outlets Ring Tracto-Technik customer
/ short circuit QK0.02, vein number 46 service.
outlet controls Valve lift front stabiliser
1 2 Fault controls 1 Short circuit of digital outlets
Valve lower front stabiliser
3 Fault controls 1 Short circuit of digital outlets
Valve lift rear stabiliser
Valve lower rear stabiliser
Valve lift front rig
Valve lower front rig
Valve lift rear rig
Valve lower rear rig
Valve lift anchor plate
Valve lower anchor plate
Valve close clamp jaw
Valve open clamp jaw
Valve close break-away clamp
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
outlet controls Valve open break-away jaw
1 15 Fault controls 1 Short circuit of digital outlets
Valve break-away
Valve percussive hammer
Valve high-pressure cleaner
Valve step undercarriage
Valve step thrust
Valve step drilling fluid pump
Motor drill rod greasing
Transfer pump mixing system
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
10
outlet controls Proportional valve anchor bore
2 unit
Q32.09, vein number 03
Proportional valve thrust
Proportional valve quick mode
thrust
left
right
Valve drill rod magazine right
Valve drill rod magazine left
Valve swing arm bore axis
outlet controls Valve swing arm bay
2
Valve lift lifting cylinder
Valve lower lifting cylinder
Close valve drill rod gripper
Valve open drill rod gripper
Valve auxiliary functions
Horn
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
11
Operator fault 1 The thrust rig can not be The remote control is connected. Disconnect remote control
and faults in driven
manual
2 The thrust rig can not be The automatic mode is switched Switch off automatic mode on the
operation /
driven on. left joystick panel.
Fault thrust
and rotation 3 The thrust rig can not be The thrust rig is situated in front The thrust rig can only be driven in
driven back of the rear of the bore rig. the opposite direction (forwards).
4 The thrust rig can not be The thrust rig is situated in the Drive the thrust rig via the right
driven back swing area of the drill rod. joystick out of the swing area.
5 The thrust rig can not be The thrust rig is situated in front The thrust rig can only be driven in
driven forward. of the front stopper of the bore the opposite direction (backwards).
rig.
6 The thrust rig can not be The thrust rig is situated in the Drive the thrust rig via the right
driven forward. swing area of the drill rod. joystick out of the swing area.
7 The sub-saver can not be The remote control is connected. Disconnect remote control
turned.
8 The sub-saver can not be The automatic mode is switched Switch off automatic mode on the
turned. on. left joystick panel.
12
Operator fault 1 The machine can not be The remote control is connected. Disconnect remote control
and fault during driven from the cabin.
manual
operation / fault
undercarriage
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
13
Operator fault 1 The drilling fluid pump can The remote control is connected. Disconnect remote control
and fault during not be switched on
manual
2 The drilling fluid pump can Drilling fluid quantity has not been Set drilling fluid quantity on the left
operation / fault
not be switched on set. joystick panel.
drilling fluid
pump 3 The drilling fluid pump can The mixing system has a fault. Search for the fault and rectify, if
not be switched on necessary contact Tracto-Technik
service department.
4 The anchor thrust unit can The remote control is connected. Disconnect remote control
not be switched on
14
Operator fault 1 The drill rod greasing can The remote control is connected. Disconnect remote control
and faults in not be switched on
manual
2 The drill rod greasing can The automatic mode is switched Switch off automatic mode on the
operation /
not be switched on on. left joystick panel.
Fault drill rod
greasing and 3 The clamp can not be The remote control is connected. Disconnect remote control
clamping operated
4 The clamp can not be The automatic mode is switched Switch off automatic mode on the
operated on. left joystick panel.
5 The clamp can not be The thrust or the rotation are Switch off thrust and rotation via
operated being moved. both joysticks or do not press these
forward or backward any more.
6 The break-away cylinder The pressure switch for the Repeat operation of break-away
can not be driven break-away clamp has not clamp.
switched.
15
Operator fault 1 The magazine functions The remote control is connected. Disconnect remote control
and fault during can not be steered
manual
2 The magazine functions The automatic mode is switched Switch off automatic mode on the
operation / fault can not be steered on. left joystick panel.
drill rod
magazine in 3 The magazine functions The drill rod magazine drives Wait until the drill rod magazine has
general can not be steered reached it’s position.
4 The drill rod magazine can The remote control is connected. Disconnect remote control
not be driven
5 The drill rod magazine can The automatic mode is switched Switch off automatic mode on the
not be driven on. left joystick panel.
6 The drill rod magazine can The lifting cylinders are not at the Lift lifting cylinders
not be driven top.
7 The drill rod magazine can The last bay has been driven to. Exchange drill rod box or steer in
not be driven other direction.
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
16
Operator fault 1 The swing arm can not be The joystick "Close gripper" is not Close gripper via the left joystick.
and fault during driven into the bore axis operated.
manual
2 The swing arm can not be The thrust rig is situated in the Drive the thrust rig via the right
operation / fault
driven into the bore axis swing area of the drill rod. joystick out of the swing area.
drill rod
magazine 3 The swing arm can not be There is no drill rod inside the Check whether the drill rod box is
during pilot driven into the bore axis gripper. empty. If necessary change this,
bore check swinging area for any
obstacles and if necessary remove
them.
4 The swing arm can not be The joystick "Gripper open" is not Open the gripper via the left joystick.
driven below the bay. operated.
5 The swing arm can not be The lifting cylinders are not at the Drive the lifting cylinder upwards.
driven below the bay. top.
6 The swing arm can not be The drill rod is not secure or the Drive thrust rig forward via the right
driven below the bay. swing arm is situated with the drill joystick and secure the drill rod by
rod inside the bore axis or below rotating via the right joystick.
the bay.
7 The drill rod gripper can not The joystick "drive swing arm Drive the swing arm via the right
be opened. below the bay" is not operated, or joystick below the drill rod box,
the swing arm, with a secure drill check swinging area for obstacles
rod, is not inside the bore axis, or and if necessary remove them.
there is no drill rod inside the
gripper.
17
Operator fault 1 The swing arm can not be The joystick "Gripper open" is not Open the gripper via the left joystick.
and fault during driven into the bore axis operated.
manual 2 The swing arm can not be The thrust rig is situated in the Drive the thrust rig via the right
operation / fault
driven into the bore axis swing area of the drill rod. joystick out of the swing area.
drill rod
magazine 3 The swing arm can not be The lifting cylinders are not at the Drive the lifting cylinder upwards.
expanding and driven into the bore axis top.
pulling-in 4 The swing arm can not be A drill rod is inside the gripper. Check whether the drill rod box is full
process driven into the bore axis If necessary change this, check
swinging area for any obstacles and
if necessary remove them.
5 The swing arm can not be The joystick "Close gripper" is not Close gripper via the left joystick.
driven below the bay. operated.
6 The swing arm can not be The drill rod magazine is full. Exchange the drill rod box.
driven below the bay.
7 The swing arm can not be The thrust rig is situated in the Drive the thrust rig backwards:
driven below the bay. swing area of the drill rod
magazine.
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
Operator fault 8 The swing arm can not be The lifting cylinders are not at the Drive the lifting cylinders down.
and fault during driven below the bay. bottom.
manual
9 The swing arm can not be There is no drill rod inside the Check whether the drill rod box is full
operation / fault driven below the bay. gripper. If necessary change this, check
drill rod
swinging area for any obstacles and
magazine
if necessary remove them.
expanding and
pulling-in 10 The drill rod gripper can not The joystick "drive swing arm Drive gripper via the right joystick
process be opened. below the bay" is not operated, or underneath the drill rod box, or
a drill rod is inside the gripper. check whether the drill rod box is full
and if necessary, exchange it, check
gripper and exchange if necessary,
check swing arm for any obstacles
and remove them if necessary.
18
Operator fault 1 The auxiliary functions can The remote control is connected. Disconnect remote control
and fault during not be steered
manual
2 The percussive hammer The remote control is connected. Disconnect remote control
operation / fault can not be switched on
auxiliary
functions 3 The percussive hammer The drive mode is switched on. Switch over from drive mode to bore
can not be switched on mode on the right joystick panel.
4 The percussive hammer The automatic mode is switched Switch off auto-bore on the left
can not be switched on on. joystick panel.
5 The percussive hammer The high pressure cleaner is Switch off the high pressure pump.
can not be switched on switched on.
6 The percussive hammer The rock drilling mode is switched Switch the drilling fluid pump to low
can not be switched on on. flow rate (tortoise) on the left joystick
panel, or to high flow rate (rabbit).
7 The high pressure cleaner The percussive hammer is Switch off percussive hammer
can not be switched on switched on.
8 The high pressure cleaner The automatic mode is switched Switch off auto-bore on the left
can not be switched on on. joystick panel.
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Fault Possible
no. rectification
19
Fault in 1 The break position was not The thrust rig does not stand in Check sensor, drive the rig manually
automatic driven to. the position or the position sensor to the break position.
mode / Fault does not give a signal.
thrust and
2 The length evener was not The pressure sensor does not Check the sensor, drive the rig to the
rotation pulled out. give a signal or the thrust is not rear manually, so that the length is
steered. evened out.
3 The drill rod will not loosen. The rpm sensor does not send a Check sensors and exchange or
signal or the drill rod is jammed. check rotational drive and if
necessary repair or exchange,
check rotation area for any obstacles
and remove these if necessary.
4 The position to driven to The position sensor does not give check position sensor and if
has not been reached. a signal or the thrust is not necessary call Tracto-Technik-
steered. Service.
5 The drill rod was not The rpm sensor does not send a Check sensors and exchange or
screwed on. signal or the drill rod turns in the check rotational drive and if
open. necessary repair or exchange,
check rotation area for any obstacles
and remove these if necessary.
6 The drill rod was not The pressure sensor does not check pressure sensor and if
screwed on. send a signal or the drill rod turns necessary call Tracto-Technik-
in the open. Service.
20
Fault in 1 There is no drill rod inside The approach switch inside the Check the position of the approach
automatic the grippers drill rod gripper is not switched. switch and if necessary adjust.
mode / fault Check approach switch for obstacles
2 There is a drill rod inside The approach switch inside the
drill rod and dirt and if necessary remove
the grippers drill rod gripper is switched.
magazine them.
3 The swing arm is not inside The angle sensor swing arm
the bore axis inside the bore axis is not
switched.
4 The swing arm is not below The angle sensor swing arm
the bay. below the bay is not switched.
5 The lifting cylinders are not The magnetic switch lifting
driven in. cylinder below is not switched.
6 The lifting cylinders are not The magnetic switch lifting
driven out. cylinder above is not switched.
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Furthermore the following faults can occur on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N, which

will not be indicated on the operating terminal.
Tab. 8-2 Other faults and trouble-shooting
Faults Cause Fault rectification

Complete shut down of the The hydraulic hose or Track the defective part in the
hydraulics connection in the system to system (check the connections) and
the hydraulic pump is repair or replace as needed.
defective
Hydraulic pump faulty Check pressure via central
measuring point
electrical supply faulty Check electric supply and if
necessary call Tracto-Technik.
Decreasing or insufficient The hydraulic oil temperature Check ventilator on hydraulic oil
hydraulic pressure of the is too high, the cooler cooler
entire boring system defective
Insufficient rpm (depending on Check and regulate the RPM's
system) on the drive unit
Leakage on hydraulic hose, Loosening of connections due Re-tighten the leaking connections
fittings or connections to constant vibrations during with adequate tooling
operation of the
GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
Dirt or other obstacles may be clean the plug connections, or
inside the connections, or the replace defective parts as needed
connections could be worn
out.
Seals (o-rings) may be Check the seal rings and if
defective or worn necessary exchange
Complete shut down of the Cable has been crushed Repair cable or replace if damage is
electrics great
Safety switch in the main Replace fuses
electric box is defective
Leakage on the Bentonite O-Rings in the wear sleeve Change the o-rings.
swivel are leaky
Groove rings in the rinsing Disassemble rinsing head and
head are worn out or wear exchange the faulty parts
sleeve shows fissures
Sub-saver is not firmly Thread is worn Check sub-saver and replace if
threaded to the drill stem necessary
Percussive hammer is faulty Part broken visually check and if necessary
or lacking in performance replace. Check nitrogen pressure.
Failure of certain secondary electric magnetic valve of the to localise the cause of the problem
functions respective function is using the lever on the operator
defective panel, exchange the electric cable
plug with the one on an operational
function such as rig inclination with
stabiliser and via the operating lever
on control panel (after contacting
TRACTO-TECHNIK-Service).
electrical switch or operating Check the switch with a measuring
lever are damaged device (after contacting Tracto-
Technik-Service).
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Tab. 8-2 Other faults and trouble-shooting
Faults Cause Fault rectification

Strong strikes from the Drilling fluid mixture or drilling Try to work with more water
drilling fluid-inlet, low drilling fluid is too thick. contents or check feeding pressure
fluid pressure on drill rod or on transfer pump (approx. 2 bar),
no pressure on drill rod. The position of tightness of Check position and functionality of
the ball-valves on the mixing ball valves (see mixing system
system is incorrect. operating manual).
Impurity due to gravel, or wear Clogged gravel on the surface of
of the suction and pressure the valves can sometimes be
valves of the supply pump removed by dosed hammering onto
the blind plug of the supply pump
housing; otherwise the pump has to
be disassembled to remove the dirt
or gravel particles. In case of
defective valves, these have to be
replaced. To do so, the pump has to
be disassembled.
Seals of the supply pump are Check the tightness of the seals
worn and replace as needed.
Hydraulic pump on feeding check measuring connection and if
pump is defective or gets an necessary call Tracto-Technik-
insufficient hydraulic oil supply Service.
Insufficient flow rate.
In Winter freezing inside the Carefully heat using a warm-air
mixing system is possible heater or gas-burning device
(see alsochapter 9.16, page 9-25):
Steering break-down Steering disturbance Ring Tracto-Technik customer
service.
Shut down of the sonde or Sonde batteries empty or See detection system
receiver during the bore faulty (check via receiver- manufacturer’s operating manual.
indicator)
Above surface and Pull back the bore head to the point,
underground electro-magnetic where the measured data was still
or metallic disturbances correct.
If necessary exchange the sonde
for a stronger one.
Batteries in receiver empty Replace batteries
(check via receiver-indicator)
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 9 Maintenance
9 Maintenance
9.1 Instructions as to maintenance
To guarantee long life of your machine, regular maintenance is required.
Before starting any maintenance work on the machine, switch it off and secure
it against it being switched on again unintentionally.
• remove the ignition key;
• disconnect the power supply,
• The hydraulic hoses are immediately relieved of pressure.
Pay attention when carrying out maintenance and inspection work to the
relevant
Safety instructions (s. chapter 3, page 3-1).
Any operating disturbances caused by inadequate maintenance, could cause
high repair costs and long standstill periods to occur. Regular maintenance is
therefore essential.
The following table includes recommendations as to time, control and
maintenance for a normal daily operation.
The maintenance and adjustment works indicated in this operating manual

ONLY should be done by the operator. For additional works contact customer
service at TRACTO-TECHNIK.
Warning!
Hydraulic oil may be a hazard to your health; avoid eye and skin contact as this
may lead to serious injuries! Pay special attention to the protection and safety
instructions of the hydraulic fluid manufacturer in the technical and toxicological
data sheets.
9.2 Check by authorised person.
The complete GRUNDODRILL15 N must be checked regularly by an authorised

person.
Specialists are considered to be persons that have obtained knowledge and
experience on directional bore rigs through their professional qualification and
expertise, or that have back-ground knowledge on the respective legal
requirements on work protection, accident prevention, or being such technical
specialists that they can judge on the operating safety and state of the boring
system. Otherwise the inspection intervals must be determined by the operator
of the machine.
Please contact the TT customer service for further details (s. chapter 8,
page 8-1)
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9.3 Maintenance intervals
Tab. 9-1 Maintenance intervals
Maintenance activity Maintenance intervals Further information

every ½ annually *)
weekly or
year or or every
after 50
daily every 500 100
operating
operating operating
hours
hours hours
before starting to operate,
Emergency switch functionality check x x
chapter 9.5.4, page 9-9
Check safety equipment (Zap-Alert,
Protection grounding stake, stepping grid, grounding before starting to operate,
x
devices mats, grounding cable) for their from chapter 9.5.1, page 9-9
functionality
according to production details or every
Have the fire extinguisher maintained chapter 9.5.5, page 9-10
100 operating hours
Check the connections for their tightness x

see separate manual
Visual check of the drilling fluid hoses Drilling fluid system
x x
with regard to leakages
Functional check of the pump x initially after 50 operating hrs,
Visual check of the pump with regard to

Mixing x x
leakages
pump
Visual check of water tank for drilling fluid
x see separate manual
mixing tank for any leakages
Mixing pump
Check plunger for feeding pump for any
ridges or larger drilling fluid exits and x
empty the collector basin.
Check the toothed belt tension on the
x initially after 50 operating hrs,
drilling fluid pump
Visual check for soundness regarding
damages to threads, cracks, marks, x chapter 9.7, page 9-12
friction and distortion
Magnet powder check for soundness
Drill rods initially after 50 operating hours,
regarding damages to threads, cracks, x
marks, friction and distortion
Check the o-ring for soundness x x chapter 9.7, page 9-12
Visual check for wear and tear x x chapter 9.11, page 9-15
All hard metal inserts must be

Visual check of hard metal inserts x
soldered
Check transmission of the drilling fluid jet x x
Check the drilling fluid jet for soundness x

Bore head
Check the bore head retainer for any
extreme sideward movements of the bore x chapter 9.11, page 9-15
head
Visual check of the lock pins and bore
x
holes
Visual check of the threaded connections
x
including the o-rings
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Tab. 9-1 Maintenance intervals (cont.)

weekly or
year or or every
after 50
daily every 500 100
operating
operating operating
hours
hours hours
initially after 50 operating hours,
Detection See detection system
Function check x
system manufacturer’s operating
manual.
Visual check regarding damages to
Sonde threads, damages to bore holes and lock initially after 50 operating hours,
x
housing pins, damages to the sonde slots, cracks, chapter 9.11.1, page 9-16
marks and friction.
Check transmission of the drilling fluid
x
jets
Visual check of the drilling fluid jets for
x
soundness
Expander chapter 9.8, page 9-13
Visual check of the complete expander
x
for wear and tear
Visual check of the threaded connections
x
including the o-rings
Visual check of the o-ring x
Function check x
Swivel
coupling Visual check for damages and wear and
x
tear
Visual check of threads and plug
x
connections for damages
Function check x
Visual check for soundness and if

Pipe puller x chapter 9.8, page 9-13
necessary exchange of O-Ring
Visual check of the yoke head for
x
soundness
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weekly or
year or or every
after 50
daily every 500 100
operating
operating operating
hours
hours hours
Carry out general checks x initially after 25 operating hrs,
Visual check regarding soundness x x
Visual check of the basic frame x
Check the screwed connections for their initially after 20 operating hrs,
tightness then according to manufacturer’s details
Check the screwed connections on the chapter 9.6, page 9-11
x
cabin rim bearing for it’s tightness
Check the screwed connections on the
x
drill rod box and on the safety cylinders
Check the angle rollers on the thrust rig
x
for wear and tear
safety cylinder magazine for it’s tightness
undercarriage guiding rollers for their x initially after 25 operating hrs,
tightness
thrust motors and gear for their tightness
Visual check of the welded connections initially after 50 operating hours,
x
regarding soundness chapter 9.6, page 9-11
Bore rig Visual test of safety signs regarding
x x chapter 9.5.6, page 9-10
readability
Check all lights and indication
x -
instruments on the operating panel
after every operation
Cleaning x
chapter 10, page 10-1
Check hydraulic and electric lines for
x -
tightness
Check the alignment of the drill rod box x initially after 50 operating hrs,
Check the tension of drive chains

x chapter 9.13, page 9-19
2 cm sag, if necessary re-tension
Check thrust chain tension,
initially after 50 operating hrs,
approx. 6 mm sag, if necessary re- x
tension
Check the chain drive for leakages,
x -
whether drive oil exits
Check rotational drive for leakages,
x -
whether drive oil exits
chapter 5.3.1, page 5-4
Check coolant x
initially after 50 operating hrs,
Change coolant x or after 500 operating hours
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weekly or
year or or every
after 50
daily every 500 100
operating
operating operating
hours
hours hours
Check the fuel tank level x chapter 5.3.1, page 5-4

see operating manual of the
Check the motor oil filling level x
motor manufacturer
Change motor oil on Diesel engine x initially after 50 operating hrs,
(see operating manual of the
Change motor oil filter on Diesel engine x motor manufacturer)
Change fuel filter and pre-filter on Diesel

x
engine
Renew the air filter on Diesel engine x
Check, and set if necessary, the valve

x
space of Diesel engine
Check the exhaust of the drive engine for
see operating manual of the
dirt and deposits on the radiator and oil x
motor manufacturer
cooler
Check cable and connections of the
x
electric unit of Diesel engine
Check all hoses and connections of
x
Bore rig Diesel engine
Renew the closed crankcase exhaust x
Check the function of the bearing rollers

x -
on the rotational drive
Check the function and closeness of
x -
rotation drive
initially after 25 operating hours
Check v-belt tension on Diesel engine x (see operating manual of the
motor manufacturer)
Check the function and tightness of the
x -
hydraulic cylinder
Check hydraulic oil filter (return, feed
pressure and high pressure filter) via x in case of dirt or fault indication
control lamps for any dirt.
Change hydraulic oil filter (return or feed initially after 50 operating hrs or
x x
pressure filter) in case of dirt or fault indication
change suction basket on the hydraulic See manufacturer’s operating
every 2000 o.h.
tank manual.
Check the tightness of the valve block
x -
and function of lever
*) The annual maintenance activities are to be carried out by Tracto-Technik-Service personnel.
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9.4 Greasing intervals and checking of operating materials
Tab. 9-2 Greasing intervals and checking of operating materials
Activity Interval Further

annually, information
quarterly every ½
weekly or *) or every
or every year or
after 50
daily 250 every 500 100
operating
operating operating operating
hours
hours hours hours
Grease drill rods and
Drill rods x chapter 9.7, page 9-12
threads
Bore head grease the bore head x
Swivel
grease the swivel x chapter 9.15.2, page 9-24
coupling
Pipe puller grease threading x
½ year initially after 50 operating

Check gear oil or hours and then annually,
every 2000 operating hours or every 200 operating
Thrust gear hours
Change gear oil x
Grease the grease

x
nipples
initially after 50 operating
Cabin Grease guiding rollers x
hrs,
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Tab. 9-2 Greasing intervals and checking of operating materials (cont.)

quarterly every ½
or every year or
after 50
operating
hours
hours hours hours
before operation and 2 – 3
x
grease rotational drive times daily during the bore
(3 x
bearing and during the annual
times)
inspection
Grease the roller before every jobsite and
bearings on the thrust x x cleaning process, during
rig the annual inspection
grease thrust chain x chapter 9.15.1, page 9-23
Check hydraulic oil

x x chapter 5.3.1, page 5-4
level
or every 1000 operating
Change the hydraulic
x hours, if after-filtering is
oil
carried out in between
hours, then every 250
Afterfilter the hydraulic
x operating hours (see
oil
operating manual of the oil
manufacturer)
Change drive oil of the See manufacturer’s
x
carriage drive operating manual.
Change drive oil of the
x
rotational drive
Change the filter of
Bore rig x
rotation gear oil
Grease the thread Table 9-3, page 9-21
spindle on the drill rod x
box
Grease drill rod gripper x
Grease lock flaps on

x
the drill rod box
Grease undercarriage
x Table 9-3, page 9-21
stabiliser cylinder
grease thrust chain
x
inversion
Grease inclination
monthly
cylinder
x
grease three times daily,
Grease rinsing head (3
Table 9-4, page 9-22
times)
Rotational bearing x
Clamp x
Table 9-4, page 9-22
Cabin guidance rollers x
Cabin rim x
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Tab. 9-2 Greasing intervals and checking of operating materials (cont.)

quarterly every ½
or every year or
after 50
operating
hours
hours hours hours
Check or exchange
See manufacturer’s
bushings and valves or x
operating manual.
Mixing pump piston seals
Change gear oil x
hrs,
*) The annual maintenance activities are to be carried out by Tracto-Technik-Service personnel.
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9.5 Maintenance of the safety equipment
9.5.1 Sight check of grounding cable
Check the grounding cable for intact insulation, plug connections. If the
grounding cable is not in working order, then it must be exchanged against a
new one.
9.5.2 Visual check of the stepping grid and the ground mats
Check the stepping grid and grounding mat for intactness. If the stepping grid or
ground mat are not in good condition, then they must be exchanged against a
new stepping grid or a new ground mat.
9.5.3 Visual check of the grounding stake
Check the grounding stake for intactness. If the grounding stake is not in working
order, then it must be exchanged against a new one.
9.5.4 Function check of the emergency switch
1. Start the engine on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N (s. chapter 5.3.2,

page 5-6).
2. Press one of the emergency switches! =>The GRUNDODRILL 15 N
must switch itself off.
3. Try to start to operate the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
The GRUNDODRILL 15 N must not allow itself to start to operate.
The operated emergency switch is now functional. Do not any costs start
operating the GRUNDODRILL 15 N, if the emergency OFF switch is not
functioning. The error must be rectified by an electrician.
4. If the emergency stop switch is functional, then turn it clockwise to unlock

it.
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9.5.5 Maintenance of the fire extinguisher
Have the fire extinguisher maintained. More details can be found on the fire
extinguisher itself.
9.5.6 Safety signs
Check the safety signs on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N regularly (s. chapter 3.5,
page 3-6). If the safety signs are unreadable then they must be renewed.
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9.6 Maintenance of GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Carry out a visual check of the whole GRUNDODRILL 15 N. If tears and any
wear is visible, then the GRUNDODRILL 15 N must not be re-started for
operation. In this case return the GRUNDODRILL 15 N to Tracto-Technik for
maintenance.
Welding connections Check the welded connections on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N for their perfect
condition. If tears and any wear is visible, then the GRUNDODRILL 15 N must
not be re-started for operation. In this case return the GRUNDODRILL 15 N to
Tracto-Technik for maintenance.
Screwed connections Check all hydraulic screwed connections for their tightness. If necessary re-
tighten them.
Check the angle rollers on the thrust rig for wear and tear
Check all screwed connections on the drive unit for their tightness.
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9.7 Maintenance of drill rods
Carry out a visual check on a weekly basis and at least once a year a magnet
powder check on the drill rods. The drill rods must not have any tears, deep
notches, visible abrasion, bent clips or worn out threadings. In one or more of
these cases, then the relevant rod / the relevant rods must be replaced by new
ones.
Clean the threads on the drill rods if required and spread sufficient thread grease
on (s. chapter 9.15.2, page 9-24).
Pay attention that the o-ring in the screwed threading does not get lost or is
undamaged.
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9.8 Maintenance of the pipe-puller
Carry out a sight check of the pipe-puller. Check whether the clamping
segments have spread out during screwing
The o-rings (235 in Fig. 9-1) must be available and undamaged.
The yoke head (236) must be undamaged and must show no corrosiveness.
236
235
Fig. 9-1 Pipe puller
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9.9 Maintenance of the swivel
Carry out a visual check of the swivel (238 in Fig. 9-2). Check, whether the
swivel is easy-running.
The eyelet (237) must be undamaged and must show no corrosiveness. The
threading must be undamaged.
Grease the inner bearing after each task via the greasing nipple.
237
238
239
Fig. 9-2 Swivel and expander head
9.10 Maintenance of the expander head
Check on the expander head (239 in Fig. 9-2)

• the drilling fluid jets for their soundness
• the permissibility of the drilling fluid jets
• the whole expander head for soundness
• the thread connection including o-ring
Remove any ridges, thrown up material and chips.
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9.11 Maintenance of the bore head
Check on the bore head (241 in Fig. 9-3)

• o-ring from nipple (255)
• the drilling fluid jets (253) for their soundness
• the permissibility of the drilling fluid jets
• the bore head (241) for soundness
• the bore head retainer for extreme sideward movements
• the lock pins (242, 243)
• the bore holes for the drilling fluid entrance for soundness
• the threaded connections including the o-rings
• the bore head seal (254) for soundness
Remove any ridges, thrown up material and chips. All bits must be soldered.
241 253
255 243 254 242
Fig. 9-3 Bore head
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9.11.1 Maintenance of sonde housing, sonde and receiver
Carry out a visual check of sonde housing, including slots (91), sonde (86) and
the receiver. Pay attention to any damages and wear, cracks or friction.
The thread, the bore holes and lock pins (83) on the sonde housing must be
undamaged.
Carry out a function check of sonde and receiver according to the detection
system manufacturer’s operating manual.
86
91
83
91
83 86
Fig. 9-4 Sonde housing, sonde, top old model, above new model
Instructions regarding assembly of bore head, where the sonde housing is

integrated, can be found in chapter 5.8.1, page 5-30.
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Check the batteries and the battery bay as follows:

• To loosen the battery cover, hold the sonde on the metal housing tight,
where the battery cover is screwed in.
• Make sure that the threading of battery cover is free of dirt and rust.
• Check the o-ring of the battery cover, whether it is clean and undamaged,
to prevent any dampness entering.
• Grease the thread on battery cover only with copper grease. Do not use
any other grease, as the ground contact of the batteries could be
interrupted.
• Check the spring on the battery cover. It must have sufficient pre-tension.
• Check the plus pole on the battery. It must not be damaged.
• Check the sonde function before every jobsite task.
• Place the enclosed spring between the batteries, to prevent any
unloading due to vibrations.
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9.12 Re-tension thrust chain
Tension or relieve tension on the thrust chain by turning the nuts

(250 in Fig. 9-5)
250
Fig. 9-5 Tensioning the thrust chain
The bottom side of the chain must hang centrally approx. 6 mm above the top
edge of the boom, when the rig is standing in the rear position (without pulling or
thrust force).
6 mm
Fig. 9-6 Side view of the rig boom and thrust chain
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9.13 Re-tension chain on track-mounted carriage
See also the operating manual of the undercarriage manufacturer.
1. Lift the carriage chains up as far with the stabilisers, so that chain of the
undercarriage is hanging free.
2. Remove the cover
3. Place the grease gun on the nipple (249 in Fig. 9-7).
4. Press in as much grease until the chain of the undercarriage is correctly
tensioned. The hanging distance between the lower rollers and the chain
must be approx. 2 cm.
248
249
Fig. 9-7 Relieve tension on undercarriage
If necessary, relieve the undercarriage chain (if for example too much grease
has been pressed in), loosen the screw (248) on the grease nipple (249). Let the
grease flow off, until the chain has the necessary tension and then tighten the
screw again.
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9.14 Greasing
9.14.1 Greasing the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
• Constant lubrication of the machine is essential for trouble-free operation

and avoids costly repairs. This is particularly true for adequate greasing
of all bearings.
• Carry out the greasing and all necessary work regarding greasing on the
closed off machine.
• Greasing the bearings should be done daily or within the given time
schedules, using the recommended products.
• Recommended grease can be found in the table on greasing products.
• This recommendation does not exclude the use of lubricants with the
same characteristics by a different manufacturer.
Pay attention to the environment!

Do not let oils and grease penetrate into the soil, water or
the sewage system. Old oil, dirty oil rags and
similar items must be disposed of in an environmental
friendly manner!
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257
257
264
270
262 263 258, 259, 260
261
Fig. 9-8 Greasing positions on GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Tab. 9-3 Greasing positions on GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Quantity of greasing
Item No. Component Time scheme
points
257 Thread spindle drill rod box 2 (one each) weekly
259 Drill rod gripper 2 (one each) daily
260 Locking flaps magazine 2 (one each) daily
261 Undercarriage support stabiliser 4 front weekly
4 rear
262 Thrust chain invertion 1 front, 1 rear daily
263 Inclination cylinder 1 front, 1 rear monthly
264 Clamping Device 2 daily
270 Cabin rim 1 weekly
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272 271
273 (one each)
Fig. 9-9 Grease points on thrust rig
Tab. 9-4 Grease points on thrust rig
Item No. Component Quantity of greasing points Time scheme

271 Rinsing head 2 3 x daily
272 Bearing for rotational drive 2 3 x daily
273 Combined rollers for thrust rig 4 daily
(one each)
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9.15 Greasing means and greasing oil table
Tab. 9-5 Lubricant, hydraulic oil
Component Filling Qty. Description

Undercarriage per drive unit 0.7 l SAE 80W/90
Thrust gear 6.2 l SAE 80W/90
GRUNDODRILL 15 N hydraulic tank 260 l PLANTOSYN 3268 ECO
Renolin MC68
Diesel engine motor oil 8l 10 W 40
Drilling fluid pump P 72 9.6 l SAE 80W/90
Drilling fluid pump P 62 4.2 l SAE 80W/90
High-pressure jet cleaner 0.28 l SAE 80W/90
Rotational drive 4.0 l Renolin unisyn CLP 220
9.15.1 grease thrust chain
Grease the thrust chain with chain spray daily (MKL-N, Mineral oil basis)
Fig. 9-10 grease thrust chain
Never grease the guiding strap of the thrust rig guidance! Otherwise dirt will
remain in the grease, which will wear the thrust chain quicker.
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9.15.2 Greasing the accessories
Tab. 9-6 Greasing means - Accessories
Component Grease
Bore head retainer Multi-purpose grease, Lithium based,
NLG12
grease the swivel Multi-purpose grease, Lithium based,
NLG12
grease PE-pipe puller-thread Multi-purpose grease, Lithium based,
NLG12
Grease nipple bore rig Multi-purpose grease, Lithium based,
NLG12
Drill rod threading Greasing Rhenus Noran BFS 1
9.15.3 Setting the grease quantity for drill rod greasing
1. Unlocking the quantity setting, by turning the lever (276) a half turn anti-
clockwise (as seen from above).
2. Adjust the screw (275) for quantity setting.
• Turn the screw inwards, to lower the grease quantity.
• Turn the screw outwards, to increase the grease quantity.
• You will achieve an optimal greasing, if the greasing almost exits
when screwing tight, although it must not flow out.
3. Turn the lever (276) tight again.
275
276
Fig. 9-11 Setting the drill rod greasing quantity
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9.16 Anti-freeze measures on GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Only use recommended anti-frost means!

Ethandiole can be applied for Bentonite or high-pressure cleaner, but it must not
be used for the Diesel engine!
1. Check the anti-freeze contents in coolant circuit of the Diesel engine (see
motor manufacturer’s operating manual)
2. Empty the fresh water tank.
• Open the ball valve (48) on the water tank filling connection.
• Close the ball valve again.
48 49 244
Fig. 9-12 Emptying the water tank
3. Open the exhaust flap (49) and fill the water tank with approx. 3 litre anti-
freeze.
4. Operate the bore unit with idle gas.
Start to operate the high-pressure cleaner with the left joystick (172),
until the anti-freeze exits.
5. Only for machine swith internal anti-freeze tank:
Rinse the drilling fluid pump on the bore unit.
• Close the opening of the sub-saver
• Fill the bucket with anti-freeze (approx. 25 litre).
• Connect one hose to the intermediate connection, directly behind the
suction connection (244) on the drilling fluid pump and hook the other
side of the hose to the bucket.
• Set the poti for drilling fluid flow rate (180) to "0" on the
left joystick panel.
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• On the left joystick panel switch the flip switch for the
drilling fluid pump
(182, Fig. 6-40, page 6-42) to low flow rate (tortoise
symbol) => anti-freeze is sucked in
• Close the clamp via the button on the right joystick.
• Procede with suction until anti-freeze exits from the
pressure relief valve on the clamp.
6. Only for machines with internal anti-freeze tank:
Optionally a tank (279, Fig. 9-13) for anti-freeze is
assembled in the motor area. The tank is connected with a hose to the
drilling fluid pump. The line can be opened or closed with a block
lever (281) on the pump.
278
279
280
281
244
Fig. 9-13 Anti-freeze tank
• Open the motor cover

• Open the filling cap (278) on the anti-freeze tank and fill anti-freeze
into the tank.
• Dismantle the drilling fluid hose and close the suction hose (244) with
the screwing.
• Check whether the lock valve (280) on the tank is open.
• Open the lock valve on the pump (position parallel to line) feed line
anti-freeze to pump (red knob)
• Set the poti for drilling fluid flow rate (180) to "0" on the
left joystick panel.
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• On the left joystick panel switch the flip switch for the
drilling fluid pump
(182, Fig. 6-40, page 6-42) to low flow rate (tortoise
symbol) => anti-freeze is sucked in
• Close the clamp via the button on the right joystick.
• Procede with suction until anti-freeze exits from the
pressure relief valve on the clamp.
• Close the lock valve (281) on the pump
• Close the motor cover
7. Picking up the anti-freeze
To keep the consumption of the anti-freeze down to a minimum, the rig
should be cleaned with water before starting to bore and recapture the
anti-freeze from inside the pumps and pipelines on the sub-saver. To
prevent too strong dilution, the same amount of water should be sucked
in as was used for the anti-freeze beforehand.
The anti-freeze should only be re-used maximally once.
You can fill anti-freeze, which is normally used to anti-freeze car windows, into
the tank of the window cleaning unit (do not use Ethandiole!) This will save you
having to scratch the ice off manually and prevents the window from freezing
again.
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9.17 Indications regarding work on the electrical unit
Warning!
Risk of injuries due to electric strike!
Before carrying out any repairs on the electric unit, switch over the battery circuit
breaker, so that the ground cable of the batter and the drive unit are clamped off!
When the diesel engine is running, cables between the battery, regulator and
dynamo should NOT be disconnected (such as detaching the battery).
In no case should the diesel engine be started with a separate starting device if
the battery is not in place!
When carrying out Electro-welding work connect the earth cable of the welding
device directly to the part to be welded. Switch over the battery circuit breaker!
The battery voltage of the electrical system is 24 V.
Keep the battery clean and free of corrosiveness!
Dispose of any used batteries in a correct manner!
In case of longer storage or maintenance work use the battery clamp switch!
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 10 Cleaning
10 Cleaning
Clean the GRUNDODRILL 15 N after every application.
Condition The GRUNDODRILL 15 N must be switched off and the system made pressure-
less.
Cleaning Clean the remote control with a cloth, never use the high-pressure cleaner.
Clean the operating elements inside the cabin with a cloth, never use the high-
pressure cleaner.
Close all cover and doors on the GRUNDODRILL 15 N!
Connect the high-pressure cleaner as described in chapter 5.12, page 5-47.

Clean the GRUNDODRILL 15 N with a high-pressure cleaner.
Clean the drill rods and the tools with a high-pressure cleaner.
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 11 Storage of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
11 Storage of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Conditions The GRUNDODRILL 15 N must be switched off and the system made pressure-
less.
The bore rig must be driven upwards!
The stabilsiers must be firmly on the ground.
11.1 Storage conditions
Store the GRUNDODRILL 15 N and the accessories under the following storage
conditions
• dry,
• under roof,
• storage temperature in accordance with the outside temperature
11.2 Storage of the hydraulic hoses
For the storage of hydraulic hoses and hose lines the following should be aimed
at:
1. Store cool, dry and with as little dust as possible, wrapped in plastic
packing, avoided direct sun or ultraviolet light, keep away from nearby
heating sources,
2. Avoid storage temperatures below –10 °C for elastomers.
The most appropriate storage conditions are temperatures between
+15 °C and +25 °C as well as a relative air humidity below 65 %
3. In close contact to the unit do not use any ozone forming light sources,
e. g. fluorescent light sources, mercury discharge lamps or electrical
units with sparks.
The hydraulic hoses must especially not have contact with materials, which
could cause any damage, e. g. acids, caustic solutions, solvents.
The hydraulic hoses are free of tension and must be stored in a horizontal
position. When storing in rings the minimal bending radius must not fall short
(chapter 2.3, page 2-11).
The storage time for hydraulic hoses should not exceed 4 years and for hose
lines 2 years.
11.3 Storage of grease
Lubricants such as oils and grease should be stored in clean, closed containers/
cans so that dust and humidity cannot penetrate the the oxydation effect of the
air is kept to a minimum. The storage area should be dry and cool.
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 12 Disposal
12 Disposal
12.1 Disposal of lubricants or grease
Empty oil containers, waste oil and oily cloths, battery fluid, diesel and coolant
must be disposed of at disposal depots in accordance to the respective country
laws.
12.2 Disposal of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N
Pay attention to the respective countries disposal regulations!

Before disassembling the GRUNDODRILL 15 N it must be shut down and the
hydraulic oil must be removed completely from the GRUNDODRILL 15 N.
For the disposal dismantle the GRUNDODRILL 15 N and dismember into single
material groups.
• plastics,
• nonferrous metals (e.g. copper waste),
• electrical scrap,
• remote control
• steel
Dispose of the materials in accordance with your countries common laws!
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GRUNDODRILL 15 N 13 Annexure
13 Annexure
13.1 Checklist for jobsite planning
Taking the below mentioned aspects into consideration determine the date for
the assembly of the machine, intermediate and installation pits.
Tab. 13-1 Checklist for jobsite planning
Comments
local conditions
Accessibility of the jobsite location
Ground conditions
Geological examination of the ground required
Obstacles in the intended bore path (fundaments,

pipes)
Plans of adjacent service lines
Surface for laying out the new pipe
Determine the starting position in accordance to

the technical frame conditions
Determine the situation and excavation method for
the working pits in accordance to the technical
frame conditions.
Hoses and electrical cables must be long enough
Determine the set-up place for the drilling fluid to reach the bore rig.
system At the set-up place it must be possible to re-fill the
drilling fluid mixing system.
Minimum safety distance
Height difference between entrance and exit point
Cover
minimal
maximal
Technical
Length of the bore path.
frame conditions
Clarify the keeping of the maximal rod bending
radius under the local conditions.
Determine the new pipe under the aspects of
length, diameter and bendability
Order new pipe
Find a water connection for the drilling fluid mixing

system
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Tab. 13-1 Checklist for jobsite planning
Comments
Technical frame
place a lifting device in position if required
conditions
Plan transportation to jobsite
Determine the date of the jobsite
Legal frame conditions local regulations (working times, manhole

ordnance, residential requirements), traffic
regulations
Environmental requirements in case of damage
Clarify liability in case of work accidents
Clarify liability in case of work defects
Clarify liability in case of environmental damages
Clarify responsibilities for disposal of possible

remaining water out of manholes
Authorities obtain necessary approvals (traffic, water
approvals navigation board, manhole approvals)
personnel
Determine jobsite leader
Determine assistant workers
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13.2 Material and tool list for cable-guided bores
Following materials and tools are required for cable guided cores and are
provided by Tracto-Technik.
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13.3 Explanations according to EC guideline for machines 2006/42/EG
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Serial No.: ___/___ _______ Version 17.08.2010/07GB

1 Instructions for using the operating manual ............................................................... 1 - 1

2 Information about the GRUNDODRILL 15 N ................................................................ 2 - 1

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5 Set-up and installation .................................................................................................. 5 - 1

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7 Disassembly and de-installation .................................................................................. 7 - 1

8 Faults and trouble shooting .......................................................................................... 8 - 1

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11 Storage of the GRUNDODRILL 15 N ........................................................................... 11 - 1

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1 Instructions for using the operating manual

2 Information about the GRUNDODRILL 15 N

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5 Set-up and installation

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7 Disassembly and de-installation

8 Faults and trouble shooting

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1 Instructions for using the operating manual

In this operating manual the user receives information:

1.1.1 Symbols for personal protection equipment

Use the safety helmet!

Use ear protection!

Use safety clothing!

Use safety gloves!

Use insulated protection shoes!

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1.1.2 Danger symbols

Danger to the environment!

Danger due to electrical power!

Danger due to crushing!

Danger of hand injuries!

Danger due to suspended loads!

Danger of tipping over!

Danger due to stumbling!

Danger due to falling!

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1.1.3 Prohibition symbols

Entrance for unauthorized persons prohibited!

1.1.4 Indication symbols

Following descriptions are used in this operating manual:

Drill rods Location Target pit

Entrance pit Pilot bore Expander Pipe installation

Fig. 1-1 Descriptions

This operating manual is valid for the following bore unit.

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1.4 Warranty and product liability

Generally the "General sales conditions" of TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co.

Warranty claims for material and responsibility in case of material breakage or

For all original TRACTO-TECHNIK GmbH & Co. KG components a warranty

Original parts and accessories are specially developed for the

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2 Information about the GRUNDODRILL 15 N

2.1 Means of function

Drill rods Location Target pit

Entrance pit Pilot bore Expander Pipe installation

The GRUNDODRILL 15 N is set up in front of the entrance pit and anchored to

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If required, one or several intermediate clearances can be carried out before

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