Operator’s instruction
Preparations before operation
Check following matters before operation.
Compressor
Capacity of the compressor is sufficient.
Minimum requirement 16hp, 56CFM at 90psig (6.2bar)
Whether the drain has been removed.
Air Hose
Whether there is any damage to the air hose. Whether the size and length is correct.
Clean the interior of the air hose using compressed air.
When using two or more tools, all except leader hose should be 1” or large.
(See diagram above for piping and fittings.)
Inspection of the Rock Drill
Whether there is looseness in the screw thread areas.
Whether there is a crack or breakage in the main body.
Inspection of rod
Whether the rod is suitable for the shank of the Rock Drill.
Whether the rod is suitable for the work.
Whether there is wear or cracks.
Whether the rod is mounted correctly.
Wearing protective equipment
Whether the helmet, protective goggles, ear protection, gloves and working shoes are worn correctly.
Air Supply
Whether the air pressure is suitable. For best operation, supply tool with 90psig (6.2bar) of clean, dry air.
Higher pressure drastically reduces tool life and can void warranty. (600kPa for max)
Lubrication
To flush out GUM and DIRT - you should do the following two steps EACH DAY.
1. (Before the shift), pour a liberal quantity of gum solvent oil into the tool’s air inlet.
2. Connect tool to air line and operate. Repeat this procedure before storing the tool.
Air line lubricator should be used in conjunction with the integral oiler.
Repeat this procedure before storing the tool.
Whether there is sufficient oil in the line oiler.
Whether the oil is suitable for the Rock Drill. (Oil equivalent to #100 Rock Drill oil)
The importance of adequate and continuous lubrication cannot be overemphasized.
A few minutes operation without oil may severely damage the valve parts, cylinder and piston.
Hose Connection
Whether there is any dust, or
damage to the air connection portion.
Whether the air hose is tight.
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