Kanga 5 Series, Operator'S Manual

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Page Jaden Kanga – OPERATORS MANUAL
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TRENCHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE YOU START The Trencher will have a Tension Spring Compressor tool
attached to the trencher arm. This tool is required to compress
the arm tensioning spring to allow the chain to be removed. This
must be removed prior to trenching.
FITTING A TRENCHER Position the trencher so it is possible to engage its mounting
plate with the loaders mounting plate raise it slightly to allow the
locking pins to be engaged. Turn the engine off, move the AUX
control lever to release the hydraulic line pressure. Clean the
hydraulic fittings (QRC’s) and then connect them to connections
A & C (see “Hydraulics General Description” section).
Removal procedure is a reverse order of the above. Remember
to always reconnect the hoses into a loop to stop dirt entering the
hydraulic system or fit the dust caps supplied.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK Ensure that the trencher is securely attached to the Kanga
Loader.Check that the couplings are engaged and check all
joints for leaks. Tighten / repair as required. Inspect the cutting
teeth, Ensure that they are in good condition and firmly attached.
Chain Tensioning:
The trencher chain requires 35-45mm of “lift” to have the correct
tension and should be adjust as required. This is achieved by
loosening the 16mm bolt, adjusting the wedge, and retightening
the bolt.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Position the trencher, activate the AUX lever so that the chain
runs along the top of the boom and returns back towards you on
the underside. Pressurise the TILT ram so that the boom and
chain arcs down to dig a trench. When the desired depth is
achieved slowly drive the Kanga Loader backwards along the
trench line.
SETTING THE TRENCHING VALVE ( LH side of the loader ) This is a load sensing valve which can
be set to automatically regulate the speed of travel when
trenching. Use the black knob (Fig A) to shut off the valve (turn
clockwise). With the trencher cutting to the required depth start
moving backwards using the drive levers, open the valve (½ a
turn) and this will regulate the travel speed. Further adjustment of
this valve will vary the cutting speed to suit the conditions and the
operator’s experience.
NOTE: Minor adjustments are required to maintain a straight line
as the loader will tend to “drift” to the left.
TRENCHER VALVE
SPEED
REGULATING
VALVE ( BLACK
KNOB
)
CAUTION : Prior to commencing any digging check with the local authorities and the land
owner that there are no buried services (eg. power, phone, water, gas, sewage) in the area.
Australia ONLY: Phone 1100 “DIAL BEFORE YOU DIG”
CAUTION : Read all safety rules before operating.
See Safety chapter in this manual.