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12.0 Back Head, Accumulator Charge – [cont’d]
12.2.4 How to Pre-charge the Back Head
IMPORTANT
Gas pressure is sensitive to temperature. Note that
the charge pressure shown in technical data section
of this manual is at 70
ambient. Fluctuations in
pressure will be seen as the temperature changes
between ambient and working temperatures.
IMPORTANT
Accurate charging to the specified pressure is
important for proper performance. Charge the back
head with the breaker positioned horizontally and
with no contact pressure on the tool.
CAUTION
Risk of injury if tool moves unexpectedly.
Stay clear of breaker tool when filling
back head with gas.
1. Connect the charge tool following Section 12.2.2.
2.
Slowly
open valve on nitrogen bottle.
3. Adjust the regulator to the value specified in the
Technical Data S 10 PSI above.
4. Depress and hold valve handle. Allow 1 to 3
minutes.
5. Release valve handle. Wait 5 to 15 minutes for
temperature of gas inside back head to stabilize.
6. Depress valve handle to recheck gas pressure.
Make final adjustments according to value
specified in Technical Data Section.
12.2.5 Charge Tool Removal
1. Close valve at nitrogen bottle.
2. Open bleed valve.
3. Remove
charge
tool.
4. Tighten hex plug with torque wrench to 15 lb-ft
[20 Nm].
5. Check for leaks by filling the area surrounding the
charge bolt with oil.
6. Wipe off oil
7. Store nitrogen tank according to regulations
8. Store charge tool in dry location
12.3 Accumulator N2 Gas Charge – Safety
Precautions
WARNING
Only qualified technicians , having
knowledge of the machine’s systems,
proper test equipment and tools
should attempt repairs to the
accumulator.
Prevent injury from unexpected
release of high pressure gaseous
energy.
Protective eyewear must be worn
when servicing the accumulator.
WARNING
Risk of explosion if filled with
substitute gas or air. Use only dry
nitrogen gas to fill accumulator.
WARNING
Prevent injury from unexpected
release of high pressure hydraulic
energy. If attached to carrier, relieve all
oil pressure inside breaker and
attachment circuit before service.
CAUTION
When working with pressurized
systems, personal protection
equipment, including safety eyewear
must be worn.
WARNING
Crush injury from falling or shifting
loads. All loads must be stable before
service. If breaker is attached to
carrier, lower to a flat stable surface.
Read, understand and follow all instructions for the
safe and proper use of this tool. These instructions
were prepared to assist the qualified technician with
the information necessary for measuring/filling the
Accumulator (figure 12-2).
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