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20-14 Machine Controls

D20x22 Series II Navigator HDD

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RANSPORT

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(1)

Engine Stop Switch

Press. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . shut off engine

(2)

Transport Joystick

Multi-directional: push in the direction you wish to drive.
Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . variable speed forward

Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .variable speed reverse

Forward left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . steers left when moving forward

Forward right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . steers right when moving forward

Back left. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .front turns left when moving in reverse

Back right . . . . . . . . . . . . front turns right when moving in reverse

Summary of Contents for D20x22 Series II

Page 1: ...D20x22 Series II Navigator Horizontal Directional Drill Operator s Manual D20x22_Series_ii_o2_03 Serial No 1001 Order No 105400CD3 Cabled Assembly No 296338987 ...

Page 2: ...nce Store it in the manual storage box when not in use Lubrication and maintenance procedures are in the Maintenance Manual provided with the machine Refer to it for all lubrication and maintenance procedures Additional copies of the manuals and Operations and Safety video are available from your dealer Reorder numbers are listed on the front covers of the manuals and on the video Copies of this m...

Page 3: ... sides of the machine are determined by facing the power vises while seated at the controls TRADEMARKS VERMEER VERMEER Logo NAVIGATOR ARMOR and QUICKFIRE are trademarks of Vermeer Manufacturing Company DIGITRAK and AURORA are trademarks of Digital Controls Inc ...

Page 4: ...m of Vermeer Industrial Equipment not excluded below shall be repaired or replaced at Vermeer s option without charge by any authorized independent Vermeer dealer The warranty repair or replacement must be made by a Vermeer independent authorized dealer at the dealer s location Vermeer will pay for replacement parts and such authorized dealer s labor in accordance with Vermeer s labor reimbursemen...

Page 5: ...parts engine oil filters air filters hydraulic oil filters and fuel filters 4 New Industrial Equipment delivered to the retail purchaser in which the equipment warranty registration has not been completed and returned to Vermeer within ten 10 days from the date of purchase 5 Any defect which was caused in Vermeer s sole judgment by operation of the Industrial Equipment not abiding by standard oper...

Page 6: ... Cable Fingers Conveyor Belts Clutches Cups Digging Chain Digging Rims Drums End Idler Flashings Pins and Bushings Pivot Rings Plastic Wear Strips Rooter Bands Scraper Knives Sprockets Teeth Track Chain Track Rollers Trench Cleaner Crumber Trip Cleaners Truck Rollers Wear Plates TRENCHLESS Brushes Clamping Vise Parts Dies Drive Chuck Earth Stakes Fan Belts Jaws Leaf Chain Lights On Light Kits Pack...

Page 7: ...O PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO GIVE ANY OTHER WARRANTY OR TO ASSUME ANY ADDITIONAL OBLIGATION ON VERMEER S BEHALF NO DEALER WARRANTY The selling dealer makes no warranty of its own and the dealer has no authority to make any representation or promise on behalf of Vermeer or to modify the terms or limitations of this warranty in any way ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES Each of the parties hereto expressly agrees t...

Page 8: ...ended Term Lifetime of Equipment This warranty is extended to the original purchaser only It is not transferable EXCEPT FOR THE STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY AND THIS RIDER VERMEER MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES AND ANY POSSIBLE LIABILITY OF VERMEER HEREUNDER IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABLILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PART...

Page 9: ...e for loose bolts ___ Check installation and condition of all shields ___ Check tracks for correct tension ___ Check condition of all safety signs ___ Check Strike Alert system ___ Check that Operator Presence system functions ___ Check Remote Lockout system ___ Check oil in rotation gearbox ___ Check operation of rod loader ___ Check operation of drilling fluid systems ___ Check operation of loca...

Page 10: ...essure ___ Check operation of stakedown units DELIVERY Check and perform the following with the customer ___ Review contents of the HDD Resource Library Review the DVD on Horizontal Directional Drilling ___ Review all sections of the Operator s Manual ___ Ensure second Operator s Manual is tethered to machine ___ Review welding alert and location of electronic modules to unplug ___ Grease or oil a...

Page 11: ...D Receiving and Delivery Report iii DEALER OWNER INFORMATION dealer owner address address city city state province state province zip postal code zip postal code country country phone number phone number email address email address ...

Page 12: ...E IDENTIFICATION NUMBER RECORD Model Number Serial Number MACHINE IDENTIFICATION DECAL This decal provides easy identification of the model and 17 digit identification number The barcode contains the machine s VIN number and can be scanned with any barcode reading device ...

Page 13: ...D20x22 Series II Navigator HDD Receiving and Delivery Report v ENGINE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER RECORD Engine Model Number Engine Serial Number ...

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Page 15: ...ine Controls 20 4 Indicator Lights 20 4 Remote Lockout Battery Charger 20 5 Remote Lockout Indicators 20 6 Engine Controls 20 7 Battery Ground Disconnect 20 7 Hydraulic Enable Button 20 7 Engine Controls Drill Station 20 8 Emergency Shutoff Switch 20 9 Throttle 20 9 Engine Monitors 20 11 Transport Station Controls 20 12 Tethered Transport Control Option 20 14 Setup Controls 20 16 Stakedown Control...

Page 16: ...iew 30 1 Remote Lockout System Intended Use 30 1 Remote Lockout System Component Identification 30 2 Remote Transmitter 30 3 Power ON OFF Button 30 4 Run Button 30 4 Lockout Button 30 5 Remote Lockout Tests 30 6 Hydraulic Lockout Test 30 6 Engine Shutdown Test 30 7 Hydraulic Lockout or Engine Shutdown Option 30 8 Hydraulic Lockout Backup Engine Shutdown 30 9 Loss of Remote Transmitter Signal 30 9 ...

Page 17: ... Drill Rods Add to Drill String 30 37 Greaser Option 30 40 Drill Rods Remove from Drill String 30 41 Row Selector Lever Pulling Back 30 45 Power Vise Operating Guidelines 30 46 Drilling Modes Overview 30 47 Manual Mode 30 47 R A T T Mode 30 47 Disabling R A T T Drilling Mode When Oscillation Mode Is Active 30 48 Disabling R A T T Drilling Mode When Straight Drilling Mode Is Active 30 48 Default R ...

Page 18: ...nductivity 40 14 Preparing the Machine 40 15 Operator Presence System 40 15 Remote Lockout System Preparation 40 15 Range Test 40 15 Remote Transmitter Prepare 40 15 Remote Lockout System Test 40 16 Preparing the Work Area 40 17 Jobsite Check 40 17 Warning Cones 40 18 Power Line Locator System 40 18 Laws and Regulations Check 40 18 Planning the Bore 40 18 Operation 50 1 Starting Procedure 50 1 Sta...

Page 19: ...rill Rod 50 25 Rod Box Change 50 25 Exiting the Bore 50 26 Changing Tools at Remote Exit Pit 50 26 Drill Lockout 50 27 Communication Requirements 50 28 Swivel Use 50 28 Pullback Tool Install 50 29 Resuming Operation 50 30 Pullback 50 30 Pullback Start 50 31 Breaking Rod Joint 50 32 Trailing Rod While Pre Reaming 50 33 Swivel Use 50 33 Short String Method of Adding Drill Rod for Pre Reaming 50 34 R...

Page 20: ...n 60 5 Configurations 60 7 Maintenance 60 7 Mud Motors 60 7 Replacing Broken Drill Rod Underground 60 8 Maintenance Schedule 70 1 Safety Signs Maintenance 70 1 Maintenance Manual 70 2 Hourmeter Check for Maintenance Interval 70 2 Machine Grease 70 2 Recommended Fluids 70 2 Engine Maintenance Intervals 70 2 Maintenance Intervals 70 3 ...

Page 21: ...re located near specific hazards SAFETY SYMBOL EXPLANATION DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury This is the safety alert symbol This symbo...

Page 22: ...g Machine must be in good operating condition and all safety equipment installed and functioning properly WARNING Wear personal protective equipment Dress properly Refer to Personal Protection page 40 6 WARNING Keep spectators away WARNING Engine exhaust can asphyxiate Operate only outdoors ...

Page 23: ...aks disconnecting hoses or performing any other work on the system If you must pressurize the system to find a suspected leak use an object such as a piece of wood or cardboard rather than your hands When loosening a fitting where some residual pressure may exist slowly loosen the fitting until oil begins to leak Wait for leaking to stop before disconnecting the fitting Fluid injected under the sk...

Page 24: ...erating station WARNING Hot fluid under pressure can scald Allow engine to cool before opening radiator cap WARNING Failure to follow any of the preceding safety instructions or those that follow within this manual could result in serious injury or death This machine is to be used only for those purposes for which it was intended as explained in this Operator s Manual ...

Page 25: ...y damage to the electrical components Step 1 Turn Battery Disconnect Switch 1 to DISCONNECT NOTICE Disconnecting the battery ground with the battery disconnect switch will not prevent damage to the electronic components during welding Each of the modules must have the electrical connector unplugged from the module Step 2 Unplug C248 Controller 2 Step 3 Unplug Remote Lockout RLO module 3 in compart...

Page 26: ...D20x22 Series II Navigator HDD Step 4 Unplug Tethered Transport Control 6 Step 5 Tier 4 Interim Stage IIIB engine unplug engine ECU 7 located on left side of engine Step 6 Connect welding ground as close to work as possible 6 7 ...

Page 27: ...Utilities are typically installed in these underground bores during pullback Always use the machines in accordance with the instructions contained in this Operator s Manual safety signs on the machine and other material provided by Vermeer Corporation Correct maintenance and repair is essential for safety and for efficient operation of the machine Do not use the machine if it is not in suitable op...

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Page 29: ...the ground If machine is on a dry hard surface the auger stakes may need to be inserted into the ground or the ground under the tracks moistened to increase electrical conductivity between machine and ground 3 Green Indicator Light ON Strike Alert system test passed FLASHING Sensor failure voltage stake not in ground or voltage stake wiring problem Refer to Strike Alert Indicators and Controls pag...

Page 30: ...n green With transmitter ON Press and hold until yellow light flashes RUN mode requested When green light comes on Remote Lockout system is in RUN mode With transmitter OFF Press and hold TEST mode to initiate testing of transmitter buzzer vibrator and indicator lights 3 Lockout Button red With transmitter ON Momentarily press and release LOCKOUT mode requested When lockout is complete red light w...

Page 31: ... rotation thrust pullback and fluid locked out 2 RUN Mode Light Green steady drill control returned to operator Green flashing lockout requested waiting for confirmation 3 Processing Light Yellow flashing machine state unknown attempting to establish radio communication Double flashing Registration mode 4 Low Battery Light Blue flashing battery power less than 10 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 32: ...operating and Remote Lockout system conditions Indicator Lights Flashing or steady lights indicate various operating conditions 3 LOCKOUT Mode Light Red steady drill rotation thrust pullback and fluid locked out 4 Processing Light Yellow flashing machine state unknown attempting to establish radio communication Double flashing Registration mode 5 RUN Mode Light Green steady drill control returned ...

Page 33: ...GER 1 Battery Charger Located inside compartment to the left of the seat Insert battery into charger Amber light flashes when battery is fully charged Green light indicates charger is receiving power 2 Transmitter Storage Located inside compartment in right hand control console 1 2 ...

Page 34: ... not locked out 3 3 3 beeps LOCKOUT mode Machine is locked out 60 seconds Lockout denied Attempt to lock out machine has failed Vibration 60 seconds Lockout denied Attempt to lock out machine has failed MACHINE INDICATORS INDICATION FUNCTION STATUS Green RUN Light Steady RUN mode Machine not locked out Flashing Lockout requested waiting for confirmation Red LOCKOUT Light Steady LOCKOUT mode Machin...

Page 35: ...BUTTON 1 Battery Disconnect Switch Rotate key counterclockwise disconnect ground Rotate key clockwise connect ground 1 Hydraulic Enable Button After starting press button to enable accessory hydraulic circuits The accessory circuits include power vise stabilizer rod loader and drilling fluid ON OFF ball valve 1 1 ...

Page 36: ...Series II Navigator HDD ENGINE CONTROLS DRILL STATION 1 Keyswitch 1st position counterclockwise accessories Vertical position engine stop 1st position clockwise engine run electrical system ON 2nd position clockwise engine start 1 ...

Page 37: ... 20 9 EMERGENCY SHUTOFF SWITCH THROTTLE 1 Emergency Shutoff Switch Transport Station Push to shut off engine Pull out before restarting the engine 1 Throttle Switch Transport Station Press top increase engine RPM Press bottom decrease engine RPM 1 1 ...

Page 38: ...20 10 Machine Controls D20x22 Series II Navigator HDD Rotation Handle 2 Throttle Up Button Press increase engine RPM 3 Throttle Down Button Press decrease engine RPM 3 2 ...

Page 39: ...es too hot 2 Low Oil Pressure Light red Comes on when oil pressure is low 3 Insufficient Voltage Light yellow Comes on when voltage not sufficient 4 Warning Light yellow Comes on when engine shuts down due to low engine oil pressure or high coolant temperature 5 Display Shows engine hours engine RPM 6 and fuel level 7 3 2 1 7 6 4 5 ...

Page 40: ...rder to allow tethered Ground Drive Range Switch page 20 15 to shift from LOW to HIGH 2 Left Track Lever Push move forward Pull move backward 3 Right Track Lever Push move forward Pull move backward Push one lever ahead and pull other lever back to counter rotate tracks The levers will self center when released The ground drive controls do not function with an operator in the seat 2 3 1 ...

Page 41: ...ear Stabilizer Lever Push lower stabilizer Pull raise stabilizer 6 Rack Angle Lever Push tilts rack Pull levels rack 7 Tethered Transport Control Option Connector Ground Drive Range Switch 1 must be in LOW in order to allow tethered Ground Drive Range Switch to shift from LOW to HIGH 6 4 5 1 7 ...

Page 42: ... Transport Joystick Multi directional push in the direction you wish to drive Forward variable speed forward Back variable speed reverse Forward left steers left when moving forward Forward right steers right when moving forward Back left front turns left when moving in reverse Back right front turns right when moving in reverse 1 2 ...

Page 43: ...d Drive Range Switch Push up high Push down low 5 Operator Presence Switch on back of control Press tethered controls enabled Release tethered controls disabled Engine Stop Switch is functional at all times when tethered transport control is connected 6 Tethered Transport Control Option Connector Plug 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 44: ...rol Selector Push top select right stakedown Push bottom select left stakedown 2 Stakedown Driver Cylinder Switch Push top drive stake into the ground Push bottom remove stake from the ground 3 Stakedown Driver Motor Switch Push top stake turns clockwise Push bottom stake turns counterclockwise 1 3 2 R L ...

Page 45: ...22 Series II Navigator HDD Machine Controls 20 17 40 Stakedowns Option 1 Transport Position 2 Drilling Position Turn pin 3 to fit through slot to remove Install in desired position and turn to secure 1 2 3 ...

Page 46: ... Handle Pull pull back retract drill Push drill forward The Thrust Pullback Handle automatically returns to the NEUTRAL position when released 2 2 Speed Thrust Button Press top high Press bottom low Speed is automatically switched to HIGH when front vise is clamped 3 Thrust Pullback Pressure Force Gauge 2 3 1 ...

Page 47: ...ckwise Use for uncoupling threaded drill rods The Drill Rotation Handle automatically returns to the NEUTRAL position when released NOTICE Never rotate drill string counterclockwise while drilling pulling back or backreaming 2 2 Speed Rotation Button Press top high Press bottom low Speed is automatically switched to LOW when front vise is clamped 3 Drill Rotation Pressure Torque Gauge 2 3 1 ...

Page 48: ...Rotation or Thrust Pullback Handle to pause AutoDrill mode 2 AutoDrill Resume Button Hold for 1 5 seconds to resume AutoDrill after pausing Rotation will start 2 3 seconds before thrust or pullback starts 3 AutoDrill Light Solid indicates AutoDrill mode is active Flashing indicates AutoDrill mode in standby Off AutoDrill OFF 2 3 1 AUTO AUTO AUTO ...

Page 49: ...eed Pressure Trim Switch Clockwise increase speed pressure Counterclockwise decrease speed pressure Hold either direction continuously ramp up or down First toggle will display mode of operation code and set point value For example ASPD25 auto speed 25 of maximum pump flow T 1900 thrust pressure 1900 psi R 2050 rotation pressure 2050 psi Second toggle will increase or decrease the value displayed ...

Page 50: ...d Light Indicates R A T T Oscillation mode is enabled Light goes OFF indicating Straight Drilling mode when 1 is toggled 4 Rotation Limiter Light Indicates rotation pressure limiter is active 5 Thrust Limiter Light Indicates the thrust pullback pressure limiter is active 6 Oscillation Degrees Degrees are displayed on upper left side of screen Adjust in 6 increments using Increase Decrease Keys 7 7...

Page 51: ...e system in the seat The operator must be sitting in the seat for drill rotation drill thrust and rod loader to function This system is intended for your safety and must be maintained in good functional condition 2 Adjustment Lever Push to the side so seat can be moved forward or backward 3 Seat Rotation Lever Pull up on lever and rotate seat until it locks in desired position 3 1 2 ...

Page 52: ... Tier 4 Interim Stage IIIB Engine Throttle Up F1 15A Lights Front Stakedown F1 15A Lights F2 15A Empty F2 15A Empty Throttle Down F3 15A Display F3 15A Display F4 15A Throttle Relay F4 15A Strike Alert F5 15A Joysticks F5 15A Joysticks F6 15A Empty F6 15A Remote Lockout F7 20A Controller F7 20A Controller F8 15A Limit Switch F8 15A Limit Switch F9 15A Remote Lockout F9 15A Shutdown 15A Auxiliary P...

Page 53: ... Machine Controls 20 25 AUXILIARY OUTLET LIGHTS 1 12 Volt Auxiliary Outlet Use outlet to operate 12 volt 150 watt electrical accessories A 15 amp breaker protects the circuit 1 Switch Press top lights on Press bottom lights off 1 1 ...

Page 54: ... lower functions do not operate when the front vise is open The front slowdown function does not operate when the front vise is open 2 Rear Vise Switch Push up clamp rear drill rod Push down release 3 Vise Rotation Button Press once rotate vise to loosen rear drill rod so it can be unthreaded from front rod Press again rotate vise to home position 1 2 3 ...

Page 55: ...Retract Button right joystick Press trigger up move rod arms to rod box 2 Rod Transfer Arms Extend Button right joystick Pull trigger down move rod arms to drill string 3 Rod Lift Button Press and hold lift rod to rod box 4 Rod Lower Button Press and hold lower rod to transfer arms 1 Right 2 3 4 ...

Page 56: ...chine Controls D20x22 Series II Navigator HDD 5 Rod Transfer Arm Barrier The barriers automatically move out with the first movement of the rod loaders arms Fold barriers back in manually before transporting 5 ...

Page 57: ...Controls 20 29 ROD LOADER ROW SELECTOR 1 Position 1 loader under first row 2 Position 2 loader under second row 3 Position 3 loader under third row 4 Position 4 loader under fourth row 5 Position 5 loader under fifth row 2 3 4 5 1 4 3 2 1 5 ...

Page 58: ...ow Selector Lever refer to previous page is frozen or stuck Step 1 Remove pin 2 to disconnect cable Step 2 Remove pin 3 and move bracket 4 up or down to desired position Refer to decal on bracket Step 3 After completion of bore re attach bracket to spring assembly with pin 2 700IF447 3 1 2 4 ...

Page 59: ...eft joystick to release grease Position 1 When marker 1 is at left decal 2 rod joint is positioned between rear and front vises The power vises can clamp drill rods and loosen lower joint Position 2 When marker 1 is at right decal 3 upper rod is retracted enough to clear downhole rod The upper rod joint can be loosened by clamping rod with the rear vise and rotating the drive chuck counterclockwis...

Page 60: ...dicates drilling fluid pressure Gauge displays drilling fluid pump drive motor hydraulic pressure Drilling fluid pressure is 60 percent of hydraulic pressure shown on gauge 4 Drilling Fluid Pump Trim Switch Clockwise increase by 1 gpm Counterclockwise decrease by 1 gpm Hold either direction continuously ramp up or down 5 Drilling Fluid Pump Flow Rate Display 0 no flow 1 to maximum rated flow of pu...

Page 61: ...w OFF Rotate up handle in line with valve body flow ON 8 Antifreeze Supply Valve Rotate handle in line to valve body open Rotate handle perpendicular to valve body close 9 Wash Wand Squeeze wash wand ON Release wash wand OFF Wash wand is enabled when operator is out of the seat Flow then defaults to 5 gpm 19 L min 10 Wash Wand Enabled 9 6 8 7 10 ...

Page 62: ...ine Controls D20x22 Series II Navigator HDD ENGINE ACCESS 1 Hood Latch To open hood turn latch and pull up on front of hood 2 Hood Release Lever To close hood push lever down to release latch then close hood 1 2 ...

Page 63: ...circuits Alarm on drill unit must sound 2 Strike Alert Alarm Cancel Key Press after Strike Alert alarm sounds and the cause has been corrected 3 Diesel Particulate Filter Key Tier 4 Interim Stage IIIB engine only Soot level indicates filter regeneration needed Refer to DPF Menu Tier 4 Interim Stage IIIB Engine Only page 21 16 4 Manual Pressure Limit Key Activates and toggles between Thrust Pullbac...

Page 64: ...nuously sounding alarm when radio communication is not established 7 Service Screen Key Refer to Service page 21 13 8 Increase Decrease Keys Use these switches to increase or decrease the degrees of oscillation or use with Service Screen Key to move through Service Menu 9 Enter Key Press to choose options 6 7 8 9 ...

Page 65: ...ing problem OFF Bulb burned out or problem in wire harness 3 R A T T Oscillation Mode Enabled Light green Indicates that R A T T Oscillation mode is enabled Light goes OFF indicating Straight Drilling mode when R A T T Mode Key 7 is toggled 4 Rotation Limiter Light green Indicates that rotation pressure limiter is active 5 Thrust Limiter Light green Indicates that thrust pullback pressure limiter ...

Page 66: ...oDrill Light green Solid indicates AutoDrill mode is active Flashing indicates AutoDrill mode in standby Off AutoDrill OFF 11 Remote Lockout Mode Light red Steady drill rotation thrust pullback fluid locked out 12 Remote Lockout Processing Light yellow Flashing machine state unknown attempting to establish radio communication Double flashing Registration mode 13 Remote Lockout RUN Mode Light green...

Page 67: ... Pump Flow in GPM 5 R A T T Mode Active Indicator 6 R A T T Mode Oscillation Angle in degrees Adjust with Increase Decrease Keys 7 R A T T Thrust Pressure Limiting Enabled 8 Drill Carriage Position Indicator 9 Carriage between slowdown switch position and carriage stop switch position 10 Carriage at stop switch position 3 2 1 4 7 8 rear front 6 10 10 5 9 9 ...

Page 68: ...es amount of thrust output 16 Save Pressure Limit Setting Appears when Enter Key is pressed to save settings 17 Glow Plug Grid Heater Indicator 18 Normal Rotation and Thrust Limiting Adjust using AutoDrill Selector Switch for normal rotation pressure limiting and Speed Pressure Trim Switch for thrust pressure limiting 19 Rotation and Thrust Pressure Limiting Enabled 20 Fuel Gauge 21 Engine RPM 20 ...

Page 69: ...ctive Constant Rotation Pressure Mode Active Constant Thrust Pullback Speed Mode Active 23 Thrust Pullback Output Use Speed Pressure Trim Switch to increase or decrease value 24 Thrust Pullback Pressure changing which decreases thrust speed output 25 Rotation Pressure changing which decreases thrust speed output 25 24 23 22 ...

Page 70: ...roller waiting for operator to sit in seat Engine Shutdown Lockout system has initiated engine shutdown Hydrlc Shutdown Lockout system has initiated hydraulic shutdown Stopped controller has shut down the engine Vise Trying to start RATT Oscillate mode or restart AutoDrill while the front vise is closed Parked Shutdown Tier 4 Interim Stage IIIB tracking and drilling disabled to allow forced DPF re...

Page 71: ...ys to scroll through the next three screens Refer to the following pages for more information on each screen 1 Options Menu 2 Information Menu Read information on software revisions of Remote Lockout Strike Alert DP10 or controller 3 Fault Log View fault codes and clear 4 Override Menu Manually operate vise or rod loader solenoids 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 72: ... hours THRSPD When front vise is closed and carriage is in a slowdown zone thrust EDC current output is scaled down based on the value of this parameter Press Enter Key to display speed then increase or decrease keys to change speed PUMP pump selected use Enter Key to choose 25 gpm or HF pump RATT ON option to set R A T T straight drill mode as default startup mode press Enter Key to turn OFF RCKC...

Page 73: ...ase or Decrease Key To display complete information press Enter Key All screens display software part number and revision 1 Controller 2 Remote Lockout Also displays whether hydraulic or engine shutdown mode has been selected Refer to Hydraulic Lockout or Engine Shutdown Option page 30 8 3 Strike Alert 4 DP10 Controller 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 74: ...troller D20x22 Series II Navigator HDD Fault Log 1 Press Enter Key to select fault code Press Increase or Decrease Key to scroll or to Clear 2 Fault code is displayed 3 Press Enter Key to clear log of all fault codes 1 2 3 ...

Page 75: ...AutoDrill resume switch fault AutoDrill off Left joystick must be in neutral to start Fuel pressure Right joystick must be in neutral to start Oil pressure Forward thrust while anticrash active Boost pressure Drill position logic fault Engine inlet temperature Pressure transducers crossed fault Engine coolant temperature High speed rotation fault brown 4 Engine coolant level High speed thrust faul...

Page 76: ... brown 2 DPF regen inhibited due to throttle Front lower vise open fault green 3 DPF regen inhibited due to out of neutral Front lower vise close fault green 2 DPF regen inhibited due to park brake off Rear upper vise rotate fault brown 3 DPF regen inhibited due to low exhaust temperature Rotation EDC fault black 3 4 DPF regen inhibited due to engine cold Thrust EDC fault grey 3 4 ...

Page 77: ...crease Keys Step 2 To modify options use Enter Key Step 3 Press Increase or Decrease Keys to manually activate or deactivate each control NOTICE Engine must be shut off for this procedure 1 Upper Rear Vise Close 2 Upper Rear Vise Rotate 3 Lower Front Vise Open 4 Lower Front Vise Close 5 Rod Loader Extended 6 Rod Loader Retracted 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 78: ...is required If regeneration is inhibited the symbol will flash 3 DPF Regeneration Inhibited Symbol Indicates regeneration has been disabled manually 4 High Exhaust System Temperature HEST Symbol Indicates exhaust gas temperature is high idle is elevated and automatic regeneration is in process The HEST Symbol does not signify the need for any kind of engine service HEST merely alerts the operator ...

Page 79: ...s created and none is being emitted Automatic Regeneration When particulate matter builds up the engine regenerates automatically Machine operation is not interrupted NOTICE Coolant temperature must be 150 F 65 C or higher for an automatic regeneration to occur Inhibited Disabled Regeneration Inhibit disable regeneration only if high exhaust temperatures pose a fire hazard such as in confined spac...

Page 80: ...ion is required if The fault message at right appears or The Diesel Particulate Filter Symbol 1 appears or Coolant temperature 2 reads 150 F 65 C or higher Refer to the next page for forced regeneration procedure NOTICE Coolant temperature must be 150 F 65 C or higher to perform a forced regeneration 1 2 ...

Page 81: ...ing functions Step 4 Select Force Regen 6 and press Enter Key Step 5 The High Exhaust System Temperature HEST Symbol 7 will appear engine RPM will increase and the sound of the turbocharger will change Step 6 Monitor machine and surrounding area for unsafe conditions If necessary shut off machine When DPF is regenerated the engine will return to normal idle speed Exhaust temperatures will remain e...

Page 82: ... resulting in potential denial of the Diesel Exhaust Filter emissions warranty If this results in premature failure of exhaust system components an engine service technician will be required to perform a service regeneration Contact your Vermeer dealer if either of these two fault messages appears Excess Diesel Particulate Lvl Park Regen by Service Tool Req Excess Diesel Particulate Lvl Unable to ...

Page 83: ...ck Start Guide included with the machine s Reference Library or at www DigiTrak com under Support Support Downloads For more information U S 425 251 0559 800 288 3610 253 395 2800 fax dci digital control com dci Australia digital control com 61 7 5531 4283 dci China digital control com 86 21 6432 5186 dci Europe digital control com 49 9391 810 6100 dci India digital control com 91 11 4507 0444 dci...

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Page 85: ...anywhere along the bore path or at the exit site to directly lock out drill rod rotation thrust and fluid flow Lights sound and vibration indicate various modes so the machine operator and remote user know that the Remote Lockout system is operating correctly and whether drilling functions are locked out When in Transport mode the machine will not respond to Remote Lockout system commands until ma...

Page 86: ...air compressors These external power units must be manually shut off Use the Remote Lockout system to lock out the machine before working on or near drill string Examples include Before approaching the drill head Before attempting any tooling change or attaching a product to be pulled in Before attempting to apply any wrench or other tool to drill string Before manually adding or removing drill ro...

Page 87: ...T mode indicated by lights and buzzer A battery charger 2 for the transmitter location is located under the left armrest transmitter storage is behind right operator console Refer to Recharge Battery page 30 12 A steady buzzer will sound at the machine if radio communication is not established within 10 seconds of entering Drill mode and machine is not locked out Refer to Remote Lockout Tests page...

Page 88: ... Button The drill unit ignition key must be ON before the Remote Lockout system is turned on If not a loss of radio signal will be indicated at the remote transmitter Refer to Remote Lockout Tests page 30 6 When Remote Lockout system is on press green Run Button 3 and hold for 2 seconds to transfer control of drilling functions to the machine operator Green lights on transmitter and machine come o...

Page 89: ...olding Lockout Button until the yellow light begins flashing will turn on the remote transmitter and then send a lockout command When the machine has confirmed successful lockout the red light comes on steady followed by three short beeps beep beep beep pause repeated three times 9 beeps total The Remote Lockout system can take up to 5 seconds to process the lockout During this time the green ligh...

Page 90: ...wer On Off Button 1 for 2 seconds Step 3 Press and hold green Run Button 3 for 2 seconds Green light will illuminate Machine is now in Drill mode Step 4 Test thrust and rotation controls They should work Step 5 Press and release red Lockout Button 2 Red light will illuminate Machine is now in Lockout mode Step 6 Test lockout of thrust and rotation by moving Thrust and Rotation Levers out of NEUTRA...

Page 91: ...2 Press and hold black Power On Off Button 1 for 2 seconds Step 3 Press and hold green Run Button 3 for 2 seconds Green light will illuminate Machine is now in Drill mode Step 4 Test thrust and rotation controls They should work Step 5 Press and release red Lockout Button 2 Red light will illuminate and engine will shut down Machine is now in Lockout mode Engine must shut down If engine does not s...

Page 92: ...wn connector 2 with orange wire and attach jumper plug to engine shutdown connector 3 with black wire Step 4 Follow Starting Procedure page 50 1 When machine is in Drill mode a lockout command will disable the fuel and start circuits To restart machine after lockout select Run mode and wait for the solid green light then turn ignition key to START position To change system back to hydraulic lockou...

Page 93: ...unicating with each other Reasons for a loss of signal are The remote transmitter is too far away from the machine 3 300 ft 1 000 m The remote transmitter signal is blocked by an obstruction between the transmitter and machine The transmitter battery is fully discharged The remote transmitter is turned on when machine is off The system is not operating correctly Range of signal can be significantl...

Page 94: ... one mode to another Green light flashing on remote transmitter and machine console indicates that a lockout request is in process and has not yet been confirmed When the yellow light flashes on the transmitter and the alarm sounds continuously at the operator station either the transmitter is out of range or no radio communication is occurring between the transmitter and the machine The lack of c...

Page 95: ...me connector Step 5 Turn remote transmitter ON Step 6 Press and hold red Lock and black Power buttons 2 simultaneously for 2 seconds until yellow No Communications light 3 begins to double flash Remote is in the Registration mode In about 3 seconds Light B on the base controller 1 begins to double flash red Base controller is in Registration mode Yellow No communications lights on the remote and m...

Page 96: ... mode selected before drilling can continue Recharge Battery Install battery 2 into battery charger 3 Battery will recharge even when machine has been shut down A spare battery may be kept in the charger for use in the event of battery failure Battery will not charge if battery ground is disconnected with Battery Disconnect Switch Amber light on side of charger will flash when battery is charging ...

Page 97: ...ld Run Button for 2 seconds to select Run mode Step 5 Follow Starting Procedure page 50 1 REMOTE LOCKOUT SYSTEM SHUT DOWN NOTICE If the machine is shut down in Lockout mode the remote transmitter must be available upon machine startup to cancel Lockout mode and enter Run mode Step 1 Shut off machine and remove key Step 2 Press Power ON OFF Button and hold for 2 seconds to shut off remote transmitt...

Page 98: ...emote Lockout system will not shut down the power units on stand alone drilling fluid systems or air compressors These external power units must be manually shut off The following Lockout Procedure must be performed by remote transmitter operator Step 1 Communicate by radio with the machine operator that you intend to lock out the machine Step 2 Direct machine operator to idle engine down DANGER R...

Page 99: ... drill string until after Remote Lockout is confirmed by the 9 beeps and red lockout light is ON and by radio communication between the remote transmitter operator and the machine operator Step 5 If lockout is unsuccessful using Remote Lockout system follow Lockout Procedure Without Remote Lockout System Refer to page 30 17 Anytime a remote lockout command is not successful ensure machine is runni...

Page 100: ... everyone has evacuated the exit pit and is away from drill string and cutting tools and that no wrenches or breakout tools are attached to drill string or cutting tools Step 4 Press Run Button 2 on transmitter and hold for 2 seconds to return control of drilling functions to the machine operator If RUN command is not successful communicate with the machine operator to determine cause Step 5 Commu...

Page 101: ...this location until startup is permitted Resuming Operation after Lockout Step 1 Verify that drill string and cutting tools are ready for operation Step 2 Confirm everyone has evacuated the exit pit and is away from drill string and cutting tools and that no wrenches tongs or breakout devices are attached to drill string or cutting tools Step 3 Warn everyone who may be exposed to the drill string ...

Page 102: ...n for the day and during transport Ensure rods have been cleaned prior to use Refer to Drill Rods Clean and Store page 50 40 Refer to the Fundamentals of Horizontal Directional Drilling User s Guide for tool selection guides DANGER Rotating drill string or cutters can kill Stay away from rotating drill string and cutting tool DANGER Wrench on rotating drill string can strike you Death or serious i...

Page 103: ...o threads 1 Step 3 Slide hex coupler 2 completely onto starter rod 3 Step 4 Turn tool 5 into starter rod 3 hand tight Step 5 Align flats and slide hex coupler 2 back over hole and onto tool 5 Step 6 Install and tighten cap screw 6 in tapped hole 4 to hold hex collar in place Disconnect Step 1 Remove cap screw 6 Step 2 Tap hex coupler 2 with hammer to loosen If necessary apply heat to loosen couple...

Page 104: ... lb 47 Nm Step 3 Follow instructions for transmitter 4 battery installation and check function of transmitter A variety of transmitters are available that will fit inside drill head cavity Step 4 Either install three O rings 5 or wrap electrical tape at each end and in center of transmitter to protect it from side load shock Step 5 Install transmitter in drill head cavity WARNING Eye protection mu...

Page 105: ...D20x22 Series II Navigator HDD Overview 30 21 Step 6 Install drill head cover 6 and secure with retaining pins 7 and roll pins 8 8 8 7 6 ...

Page 106: ...A variety of transmitters are available that will fit inside drill head cavity Step 3 Place clocking key 2 and one isolator 3 in front part of the transmitter cavity Place one isolator 4 in rear of cavity Isolator with larger notch goes in rear Step 4 Place transmitter into transmitter cavity ensuring clocking key 2 engages slot in the front of transmitter Step 5 Place second half of isolators 3 a...

Page 107: ...tall O rings 8 then bit 9 onto housing Insert solid cross pin 10 chamfer first Hammer only on the rounded side of the pin Step 8 Install other socket head cap screw 7 The Armor housing assembly with all its components can be assembled and disassembled using multi tool 11 and a hammer Refer to the following section 5 6 7 8 9 11 10 ...

Page 108: ...to install and remove socket head cap screw that secures lid and bit cross pin Slides into hexed hole 4 Use handle and wedge section for leverage to turn hex shaft 3 8 Drive Pin 5 Used to insert and extract bit cross pin and push out rotary teeth on Gauntlet bit Slides into countersunk hole 6 1 2 Drive Pin 7 Used to insert and extract 1 2 roll pin used to secure lid Slides into countersunk hole 6 ...

Page 109: ...oth fully Extraction Using the 3 8 drive pin 5 push teeth out from the bit fully exposing groove on tooth Slide U shaped open end 8 of multi tool onto tooth groove Hammer on back of multi tool Front Attachment Removal After removing socket head cap screw and solid cross pin from bit rotate drill housing assembly so transmitter cavity is facing down Place wedge 9 between housing and bit and hammer ...

Page 110: ... puller to backreamer with a clevis pin 2 and cotter pin 3 Step 4 Connect pull chain to PVC puller with a quick link 4 Step 5 Pull chain tight between the puller and tensioner 6 with nylon strap 7 and ratchet 8 Step 6 Connect tensioner anchor chain to pull chain with a quick link 4 Use caution when tensioning pipe together to pr4vent pipe from breaking Step 7 Release ratchet Step 8 Pull pipe into ...

Page 111: ...n 50 lb 23 kg The carrier provides an easy method of installing or removing reamers at the exit site while the machine is locked out While holding the reamer with the carrier the reamer can be turned by hand without rotating the drill string Reamer Carrier Styles P N 296255490 Weight Limit 1000 lb 450 kg P N 296260037 Weight Limit 2400 lb 1100 kg DANGER Serious injury or death will result if you a...

Page 112: ... tools Remove hairpin and pin 2 to adjust slide The pin end 3 of reamer carrier located at bottom of sliding frame connects to the reamer Remove pin 4 to install other connectors for various reamer types These include swivel and several threaded connections At the opposite end of carrier the reamer connector rests in a cradle with replaceable wear pads 5 4 3 2 5 1 ...

Page 113: ...2 Attach back side often swivel end of reamer to connector and reinsert pin Ensure reamer carrier connector is correct for reamer being used Step 3 Slide frame bar into sliding frame inserting cradle underneath reamer as shown Step 4 When cradle is positioned securely beneath connector end of reamer install pin and hairpin 1 Reamer Carrier Lift Step 1 Ensure drilling machine has been locked out St...

Page 114: ...ay be used for angular adjustment of reamer to drill string Use appropriate sized chain and turnbuckle for reamer and reamer carrier weight WARNING Do not lift a reamer that exceeds the weight limit of the carrier WARNING Falling load can injure you Do not work under raised load 1 ...

Page 115: ...page 60 4 Refer to the following chart for makeup torque NOTICE If using an API crossover connector 1 it is important to be aware that correct makeup torque of the crossover sub to the reamer is crucial Failure to torque API joints to the following minimum specifications can result in joint separation or other failures of tooling Correctly torquing the joints will require the use of a Portable Bre...

Page 116: ...flat 1 Step 6 Slide hex collar over the connection then install bolt Torque to 35 ft lb 47 5 Nm Reamer Carrier Wear Pads Replace Replace wear pads 1 when worn Step 1 Remove four bolts and worn pad Step 2 Install new pad Install bolts torque to 10 ft lb 13 6 Nm Locator System The ability to locate the drill head is paramount to the success of any bore Failure to use correct locating techniques can ...

Page 117: ...hing onto the joint Scarring of the shoulder can cause leaks premature joint failure and damage to mating surfaces WARNING Falling load can crush Never lift rod box over people Do not stand or work under raised rod box WARNING Pinch points can result in serious crushing injuries Keep hands and feet away from pinch points of rod loader Keep shields in place and correctly secured ...

Page 118: ...ist chain to all four lift eyes 3 NOTICE Lift rod box by top lift eyes only Step 2 Carefully lower rod box between guide plates Install rod box with male threads to front Step 3 Install two lower rod box support bars 4 and retainer pins 5 Step 4 Remove hoist chain Step 5 Raise rod box cylinders to push rods into box Step 6 Shut off engine Step 7 Remove two lower rod box support bars 4 and retainer...

Page 119: ...to push rods into rod box Step 2 Shut off engine Step 3 Install bottom rod box support bars 6 and retainer pins 5 Lower rod box cylinders and shut off engine Step 4 Connect hoist chain to all four lift eyes 3 NOTICE Lift rod box by top lift eyes only Step 5 Remove lower rod box keeper pins Step 6 Remove rod box 5 6 3 ...

Page 120: ...int Position Indicator When marker 1 is positioned at left side of decal 2 rod joint is positioned between rear and front vises The power vises can clamp drill rods and loosen lower joint When marker 1 is positioned at right side of decal 3 upper rod is retracted enough to clear downhole rod The upper rod joint can be loosened by clamping rod with the rear vise and rotating the drive chuck Refer t...

Page 121: ...mptied sequentially from first row through the fifth row to prevent rods from being dumped out of the rod box As each row is emptied move the Row Selector Lever to the next numbered row Step 2 Press Rod Lifter Button 2 to lift rod off rod transfer arm Step 3 Press Rod Transfer Arm Retract Button 3 on back of joystick to move rod transfer arm to the selected row for removing rod from rod box 1 RIGH...

Page 122: ...ransfer arm to drill string Rod lift and lower functions do not operate when the front vise is open Step 6 Insert drive chuck 6 into upper rod end 7 Step 7 With minimum thrust and full rotation begin to thread upper end of rod Step 8 While upper end is threading slowly thrust rod forward until pin end is entered into box end of downhole starter rod RIGHT JOYSTICK 4 5 Step 4 Step 5 6 7 ...

Page 123: ...sfer arm back under rod box will damage rod transfer arm Step 10 With minimum thrust full rotation and with front vise clamped on downhole rod thread upper rod into downhole rod and tighten to 2000 2300 psi 138 159 bar Refer to Rod Joints Tighten page 30 36 Step 11 Unclamp and drill rod into ground Step 12 Repeat Steps 4 11 to drill in additional rod 8 Step 9 ...

Page 124: ...icating drill rod threads Press Grease Button 2 on left joystick to release grease To adjust remove plug 3 at top of tube with Allen wrench and rotate threaded screw inside IN to increase grease amount or OUT to decrease grease amount Refill or replace bucket as needed Refer to the Maintenance Manual for procedures 1 3 2 ...

Page 125: ...Row Selector Lever 1 to load into row farthest from operator that is not full of rods As each row is filled move Row Selector Lever to the next lower numbered row Step 2 Pull drill string from ground until rod joint position marker 2 is at left side of decal 3 The rod joint is now centered between the front and rear vises Step 3 Stop rotation 1 3 2 ...

Page 126: ...to clamp and rotate upper drill rod to break front joint Step 6 Press Vise Rotation Button 6 to rotate rear vise to break joint Step 7 Release rear vise Step 8 Press Rod Transfer Arm Extend Button 7 to move rod transfer arm 8 from under rod box to rod 9 in the drill string This action rotates rear vise back to home position 7 4 5 6 Step 8 8 9 ...

Page 127: ... is at right hand decal 3 Step 10 Stop rotation and pullback Step 11 Engage rear vise by pushing up on Rear Vise Switch 5 Step 12 Lower rod lifter Step 13 Use reverse rotation to break and unthread upper end of rod When joint indicator stops moving backwards continue reverse rotation and pullback until gearbox is retracted completely back Step 14 Disengage rear vise by pushing down on Rear Vise Sw...

Page 128: ...od transfer arm 7 away from drill string to position rod 8 under rod box column to be loaded Step 16 Press Rod Lifter Button 10 to raise rod lifter 11 and lift rod into rod box Step 17 Repeat previous steps to remove additional rods from drill string and return rods to rod box 10 9 7 8 Step 14 Step 15 11 ...

Page 129: ...D20x22 Series II Navigator HDD Overview 30 45 Row Selector Lever Pulling Back Move Row Selector Lever 1 when row has been completely filled Step 1 Extend rod transfer arm Step 2 Move lever to next row 1 ...

Page 130: ...gned between the jaws Check alignment to prevent jaw or rod damage Do not rotate a clamped rod Do not thrust a rod through a closed vise Keep rod centered between guide rollers Do not continue the bore unless rod is centered between rollers WARNING Pinch points in vise can crush Keep hands away DANGER Wrench on rotating drill string can strike you Death or serious injury will result Always use the...

Page 131: ...on pressure is limited to a preset value and is not adjustable by the operator Thrust pressure limits may be adjusted to 3300 psi 227 bar with the Speed Pressure Trim Switch 6 The display will show oscillation in degrees This can be adjusted using the Oscillation Adjustment Keys 7 Press R A T T Mode Key 1 a second time to activate Straight Drilling mode Light 3 will turn OFF and R A T T icon will ...

Page 132: ...tep 2 Press 2 once to turn off thrust limiter Light 5 will turn OFF Step 3 Press 2 again to turn off rotation limiter Light 4 will turn OFF light 5 remains off Disabling R A T T Drilling Mode When Straight Drilling Mode Is Active If R A T T Straight Drilling mode is active lights 4 5 ON the following sequence must be followed to disable it Step 1 Press 2 once to turn off thrust limiter Light 5 wil...

Page 133: ...To change back to RATON repeat Steps 1 3 or while holding R A T T Mode Key 1 press Enter Key 3 The RATON message will be displayed Press Service Screen Key 2 to exit the procedure If the default settings are bypassed RATOFF they will become active RATON when the R A T T Mode Key 2 is pressed However if the engine is turned off in the RATOFF mode and then restarted the RATOFF setting will be active...

Page 134: ...To maintain the drill head rotation angle when steering with a long drill string the drive chuck rotation angle must be increased to compensate for rod wrap Failure to increase drive chuck rotation angle as the bore length increases may result in decreased productivity and eventual stoppage Rod wrap will vary based on drilling conditions and drill pipe diameters Adjust rotation angle with Increase...

Page 135: ... both Thrust Pullback and Rotation limits Rotation 2 and Thrust Pullback 3 lights are OFF When the Manual Limit Key 1 has been pressed the Rotation Limiter Light 2 and Thrust Limiter Light 3 will turn ON The following table shows the maximum and or range of thrust and rotation values which can be manually set Maximum Value Range of Rotation and Thrust Pressure Limits psi bar Manual Limit Key R A T...

Page 136: ...e Speed Pressure Trim Switch 5 The last displayed thrust pressure value will automatically be saved to permanent memory Setting Manual Rotation Limits Step 1 Select drilling mode to be adjusted Step 2 Press Manual Pressure Limit Key 1 Step 3 Turn R A T T ON or OFF as needed Step 4 Place AutoDrill Selector Switch 4 to the ROTATE position Step 5 Adjust rotation pressure limit with the Speed Pressure...

Page 137: ...stant control operating modes constant thrust pullback speed constant thrust pullback pressure constant rotation pressure AutoDrill Mode Uses Constant Thrust Pullback Speed mode may be used when drilling pilot holes with a tri cone rock tool in ground formation that is not too hard Constant Thrust Pullback Pressure mode may provide better productivity when drilling or pulling back in hard conditio...

Page 138: ...ll is enabled the initial thrust and rotation pressures become reference set points which are allowed to change within limits When Constant Speed mode is selected thrust speed is limited to the initial speed used when AutoDrill was enabled In either constant pressure mode AutoDrill maintains pressure by reducing thrust speed In Constant Thrust Pressure mode the controller continually monitors the ...

Page 139: ...essure mode ROTPSI In Rotation Pressure mode THRPSI In Speed mode THRPSI or ROTPSI whichever pressure limit has been exceeded The messages mean the thrust pump output is reduced until drilling conditions come back within limits Flashing message 10 reduction Solid message 30 reduction Adjusting to Higher Limits Refer to AutoDrill Adjust page 30 60 ...

Page 140: ...k Handles When the AutoDrill Button 1 is pressed the present thrust pullback and rotation pressure set points are stored The Rotation and Thrust Pullback Handles must be centered within one second from the time the AutoDrill Button was pressed not from the time the button was released Step 4 Use Speed Pressure Trim Switch 3 to increase or decrease the speed pressure settings Holding the Trim Switc...

Page 141: ...Handle for clockwise rotation Drill string will oscillate clockwise and counterclockwise Step 4 Apply desired thrust Step 5 Momentarily press and release AutoDrill Button 2 and immediately release the Rotation and Thrust Pullback Handles The controller will drive the thrust pullback pump output to maintain the pressures at which this mode was initiated The Rotation and Thrust Pullback Handles must...

Page 142: ...tart AutoDrill in the R A T T Straight Drilling mode the R A T T Oscillation Mode Enabled Light 3 must be OFF Press R A T T Mode Key 1 twice first to activate Oscillation mode then press again to toggle to Straight Drilling mode AutoDrill Pause Move either Rotation or Thrust Pullback Handle out of NEUTRAL to stop drill string motion and PAUSE AutoDrill The Thrust Pullback and Rotation Handles must...

Page 143: ...ing the AutoDrill function by using the Resume command is only possible if the Front Vise Switch 2 is in the RELEASED position If the front vise is clamped and the operator tries to resume the AutoDrill function will not work and the display will flash VISE until the operator moves the Front Vise Switch to the RELEASED position When front vise is released the AutoDrill function can be restarted by...

Page 144: ...es in pump output thrust speed If Constant Thrust Pressure or Constant Rotation Pressure is selected additional inputs from the Trim Switch 2 result in 10 psi 70 kPa changes in the value of the initial pressure set point for the corresponding function In all three modes the changed value is displayed for 3 seconds Holding the Trim Switch 2 for 2 seconds initiates a process of ramping speed pressur...

Page 145: ... 56 AutoDrill set points are stored until the engine is shut off When the engine is started the initial AutoDrill set points are zero If the R A T T mode has been activated then the display 3 will show the current degree setting MEMORY SETTINGS FOR THRUST ROTATION PRESSURE Default thrust rotation pressure settings for various drill modes can be adjusted The settings are displayed on the controller...

Page 146: ... fluid and drilling fluid system information Drilling Fluid Pump Output Flow Use Drilling Fluid Trim Switch 1 to increase flow The initial switch input changes the display screen 2 to show the current pump output flow set point The second input from the increase decrease of the Trim Switch results in a 1 gpm 3 8 L min change in the value of the initial set points 2 2 1 ...

Page 147: ...t system Step 1 Drain and flush drilling fluid tank and pump Refer to Flushing Bentonite Polymers from Drilling Fluid System page 50 40 Step 2 Fill tank 1 with 6 gal 23 L of RV type antifreeze Use at full strength it will become diluted as it is used Step 3 Install cap 2 on coupler open valve 3 and operate pump until antifreeze comes out of drive chuck Step 4 Connect wash wand to quick coupler 4 3...

Page 148: ... Shutdown Procedure page 50 3 Step 8 Point wash wand away from people and squeeze handle to release pressure remaining in wand Step 9 Remove wash wand from drilling fluid pump quick coupler and store wash wand WARNING High pressure water can penetrate skin Serious injury possible Fluid injected under the skin must be removed immediately by a surgeon familiar with this type of injury Keep nozzles a...

Page 149: ... a trained and experienced operator The operator must be familiar with the workplace s safety rules and regulations and must be mentally and physically capable of operating the machine safely Safety Conscious Operators and Workers Operators and workers should exercise reasonable accident prevention measures This includes correctly locating all underground utilities WARNING Read Operator s Manual a...

Page 150: ...illing User s Guide processes and procedures used to locate underground utilities jobsite safety including safety barriers and protective clothing as well as operating and emergency procedures machine lockout procedure and Remote Lockout system two way radio communication transportation of drill unit setup of drill unit drilling and backreaming including selection and installation of tools Safety ...

Page 151: ...n will always communicate with the machine operator When sending a message identify yourself and the receiver by name This prevents confusion if more than one machine is operating on a jobsite All radio messages must be confirmed by the receiver Confirmation from the receiver must acknowledge that the message was received and correctly understood Correct understanding must be demonstrated by repea...

Page 152: ...tion to Resume Drilling Operation If startup is requested by the machine operator Step 1 The operator must request authorization from the crew at the location of the exposed rod or tool to resume rotation or thrust Step 2 The crew at the location of the exposed rod or tool must respond as appropriate but must not give authorization to resume until everyone is away from the rod or cutting tool and ...

Page 153: ...ryone has been informed that startup will occur a startup command may be sent to the operator Step 2 When the startup command is received the operator must return a message confirming that the message was received and understood Step 3 The crew at the location of the exposed rod or tool must respond by providing confirmation of the machine operator s intention to startup Step 4 When confirmation i...

Page 154: ...k in case of inadvertently stepping off the machine during an electrical strike Hearing protection must be worn by machine operator Other crew members may need to wear hearing protection when working close to the machine and or support equipment Eye protection must consist of wraparound safety glasses or goggles Other workers in the immediate area must also wear hard hats and eye protection Wear c...

Page 155: ...vels are representative for a given operating condition Operating conditions may vary at each jobsite The actual sound levels for your application and operating conditions may be different Tier 4 Interim Stage IIIB engine Hand Arm Vibration Level as determined by ISO 5349 less than 2 5 m s2 Whole Body Vibration Level as determined by ISO 2631 1 less than 0 5 m s2 Equivalent Continuous A Weighted S...

Page 156: ...eir underground facilities by using the following international marking codes OSHA CFR 29 1926 651 requires that the estimated location of underground utilities be determined before beginning the excavation or underground drilling operation When the actual excavation or bore approaches an estimated utility location the exact location of the underground installation must be determined by a safe acc...

Page 157: ...ile operating DANGER Contact with the drilling machine while standing on the ground could result in electrocution if an electrical strike occurs Do not touch the drill unit or remote fluid mixing system while drilling or after an electrical strike occurs See other portions of this manual regarding procedures and personal protection equipment to avoid electrocution ...

Page 158: ...e following pages Never stand on the ground and touch metal parts on drilling unit or water truck when operating If a strike occurs never leave the cab and step off the machine Anyone standing on the catwalk for the drill rack must never step off the catwalk if electric strike occurs Never step onto the machine if electrical strike occurs Always test Strike Alert system before the start of every b...

Page 159: ... gloves and boots Correct care of gloves is essential to wearer safety Visually inspect gloves and leather protectors prior to each use see the following instructions Do not fold gloves Folding causes dangerous cracking damage Store gloves in glove bag when not in use Do not store gloves inside out This causes damage from ozone and severely strains the rubber Keep gloves clean The gloves will be m...

Page 160: ...on contamination or deterioration Adequate flashover distance of 2 5 cm between the top of protector and the bead of rubber glove should be maintained Minimum uncovered distance must be 1 2 5 cm above the protector cuff top for each 10 000 volts Check insides of each glove and air test for pinholes Step 1 Place glove on your hand and pull cuff up over your fingers turning glove inside out Step 2 H...

Page 161: ...d electrical burns The boots must meet or exceed electrical hazard protection requirements when tested at 14 000 volts Inspect boots before each use Check for cracking holes and unusual wear on the sole If there is any damage discard boots Damaged boots will not provide adequate electrical protection After each use rinse boots with water to remove mud chemicals and debris Because of the natural ru...

Page 162: ... ground surface near machine and along drill string Standing or walking in these areas may cause electrical shock from the difference in voltage between your feet Anyone in the work area including the locator must wear electrically insulated boots Keep all other personnel away from work area Soil Conductivity For the system to function correctly voltage stake must be fully inserted in soil through...

Page 163: ...d remote lockout transmitter along bore path to ensure good communication will be available between the operator locator and other crew members throughout the bore Remote Transmitter Prepare The remote transmitter operator must do the following Step 1 Ensure transmitter battery is fully charged at the beginning of the day Approximate operational time for the battery is 30 hours If unsure of remain...

Page 164: ...d light must come on and buzzer must sound 9 beeps to indicate that the machine is locked out Step 3 Machine operator must attempt to begin drilling Drilling functions should remain stopped locked out Step 4 Press Run Button and hold for 2 seconds Green light comes on and buzzer sounds for 2 seconds Operator will be able to resume drilling If test is not successful ensure transmitter is within ran...

Page 165: ...vers drop boxes recent trenching activity any evidence of possible underground placements Examine work area for any obstructions conditions or situations which may impair machine operation or create a safety hazard for the operator or other persons Use information in this manual combined with your own good judgment when identifying these hazards and implementing hazard prevention measures ...

Page 166: ...tor System A locator system to locate underground power lines is not included with the system but may be purchased from Vermeer dealerships LAWS AND REGULATIONS CHECK Know and obey all national state and local laws and regulations that apply to your work situation PLANNING THE BORE Carefully plan the bore before drilling Refer to Fundamentals of Horizontal Directional Drilling User s Guide for inf...

Page 167: ...o cool 2 minutes between attempts Step 5 Adjust Throttle to get an even idle speed and allow engine to warm up for 3 5 minutes NOTICE Once engine reaches operating temperature do not idle engine for more than 5 minutes Low combustion chamber temperatures can cause crankcase oil dilution due to fuel not burning completely and permits formation of gummy deposits on valves pistons and piston rings On...

Page 168: ...Manual for recommended engine oil fuel and starting procedures On a cold engine turn key to HEAT position for approximately 5 seconds to activate glow plugs on Tier 3 Stage IIIA engine grid header on Tier 4 Interim Stage IIIB engines Hydraulic Fluid Refer to Lubricants in the Specifications section of the Maintenance Manual for recommended hydraulic fluids When using ISO 68 hydraulic fluid below 2...

Page 169: ... to idle Step 3 Wait 2 minutes to shut off engine when shutting down after operating at full power Step 4 Shut off engine and remove key For your safety and the safety of others use shutdown procedure before working on the machine for any reason including servicing cleaning unplugging or inspecting NOTICE If working on the drill string or drill tools at a remote location away from the machine use ...

Page 170: ... stake 2 in storage bracket on drill unit Ensure rod retainers are installed in top of rod box to prevent drill rods from coming out of rod box during trailering Position carriage at rear of rack Extend rod loader arms toward drill rack Rotate operator console fully towards drill rack Fold in rod transfer arm barriers 3 WARNING Rollover possible Be alert and use extreme caution when operating on h...

Page 171: ... 2 supporting stakedown on top of cylinder body Step 4 Retract cylinder to lower transport height TRAILERING THE MACHINE Loading Unloading Before transporting machine on a trailer read trailer manual for safety precautions and information Ensure trailer bed and ramps are free of debris that will interfere with the loading process WARNING Machine may slide down loading ramps or off trailer deck Ser...

Page 172: ... rack angle to keep levers at a comfortable height and within reach Step 5 Stop machine when tie down position is reached The tie down position distributes weight on the trailer as recommended by trailer manufacturer Step 6 Lower rear stabilizers and drill rack frame Step 7 Follow Shutdown Procedure page 50 3 Step 8 Use tie down points on the track frames 1 each side of stakedown towers 2 and the ...

Page 173: ...ength Inspect cable for fraying and wear Do not use if frayed or worn Use a towing machine with sufficient power weight and braking capacity to maintain control of the disabled machine The towing machine should be at least as large as the disabled machine If retrieving on a downhill grade use a second machine on the opposite end of the disabled machine to prevent the disabled machine from overrunn...

Page 174: ...g 1 Step 2 Remove internal snap ring 2 Step 3 Use two screwdrivers to remove output cover 3 Be careful not to damage rubber O ring 4 in groove on output cover Step 4 Pull out first stage sun gear 5 Step 5 Drive will now freewheel After towing replace components and fill with oil LIFTING MACHINE No provisions are made for lifting the machine If transport requires that machine be lifted it must be l...

Page 175: ...epairs in the street which could indicate digging to bury or repair a utility line Poles with wires extending into the ground which might power traffic sensing loops or traffic lights Manholes which can be used for utility line connections not only for sewer connections Water and gas shutoff valves likely indicators of utility lines in the area DRILL UNIT SETUP Step 1 Move drill unit to site and p...

Page 176: ...akedown Option Step 1 Lower front of rack to the ground so that stakedown assemblies will be supported by the ground Step 2 Rotate and pull pin out of upper hole 1 Step 3 Extend cylinder insert pin into lower hole 2 and insert stakes into the ground 1 2 ...

Page 177: ... Step 4 Press Test Key 3 The Strike Alert alarm must sound Release key to silence alarm The alarm must sound when operator presses the Test Key A successful test is indicated when the green light 4 remains steady ON after the test key is released If there is a flashing green light after releasing the test key the Strike Alert system is not functioning correctly Confirm that the voltage stake is fu...

Page 178: ...e threshold Green Light Off Test in progress light burned out or wiring harness problem Flashing Ground Stake is not in the ground Double Flashing Current Sensor failed Triple Flashing Ground Stake wiring problem On Power up check or Test passed System is ready CONTROL FUNCTION Alarm Cancel Key Turns alarm off only when an external voltage and current are not present Test Key Tests sensors control...

Page 179: ...Refer to literature provided with locator device It may be necessary to calibrate the locator while the drill head is lying on the ground with the transmitter in it DANGER Contact with drill unit while standing on the ground may result in serious injury or death from electrical shock if anchor stakes make contact with underground electric power Drive anchor stakes only while seated at controls wit...

Page 180: ...ded dig entry and exit pits at the correct location and depth to correctly complete the bore WARNING Do not work in trench with unstable sides which could cave in Specific requirements for shoring or sloping trench walls are available from several sources including federal and state O S H A offices Be sure to contact suitable authorities for these requirements before working in the trench 2 1 ...

Page 181: ...ting operation The safety sign tells unauthorized persons to stay away Place pedestrian and traffic safety barriers around the jobsite in accordance with national state and local laws and regulations Pilot Bore READ OVERVIEW SECTION Read and become familiar with the Overview section before drilling That section contains important information which is not repeated in this section Refer to page 30 1...

Page 182: ...urs Do not touch the drill unit or remote fluid mixing system while drilling or after an electrical strike occurs See other portions of this manual regarding procedures and personal protection equipment to avoid electrocution DANGER Electric shock can kill If strike occurs do not step down Keep feet on platform while operating DANGER Electric shock can kill Workers standing on the ground must not ...

Page 183: ...lectrical power line Have someone who is clear of the work area contact the utility company to shut off electrical power Do not shut off Strike Alert until utility company has confirmed that electrical power has been locked out Do not continue drilling until utility company has declared the area safe to resume operation DANGER If the power has not been properly shut off an automatically resetting ...

Page 184: ...cuit breaker which will interrupt electrical power to that line Many circuit breakers automatically reset and will re energize the line If horn has sounded and you have pressed the reset key horn will stop if circuit breaker has not yet reset automatically Do not assume that power to the line has been permanently disconnected until you have confirmed that the utility company has locked out power t...

Page 185: ...ed the exhaust gas temperature could exceed 1100 F 600 C during regeneration High temperature may result in fire burn or explosion hazards which may result in personal injury or death Do not expose flammable material or explosive atmospheres to exhaust gas or to exhaust system components during regeneration WARNING To prevent fires routinely clear any combustible material from the engine exhaust s...

Page 186: ...icates regeneration has been disabled If regeneration is inhibited for too long the following fault messages will appear and eventually the engine will derate WARNING This fault message indicates DPF is completely plugged causing engine to derate Perform a DPF forced regeneration at the earliest and safest opportunity WARNING This fault message indicates particulate levels are too high and the DPF...

Page 187: ...equirements for shoring or sloping trench walls are available from several sources including federal and state O S H A offices Be sure to contact suitable authorities for these requirements before working in the trench DANGER Wrench on rotating drill string can strike you Death or serious injury will result Always use the power vise to make or break joints at the machine ...

Page 188: ...tions for handling precautions Drill Rod Flush If the drill rod has not been used within the last 24 hours or if there is debris inside the drill rod slowly rotate rod and flush it with drilling fluid before connecting it to the drill head Step 1 Press Fluid Full Flow Button 1 on left joystick to turn on fluid Press and hold button 2 3 seconds for full flow to fill drill rod with fluid and keep th...

Page 189: ...7 Starting the Bore First Rod Step 1 With the bill at 6 00 thrust until the drill rod just enters the ground Step 2 Stop pushing and rotate drill head until the rod is centered in the rod guide rollers Step 3 When centered rotate and push remainder of drill rod into the ground NOTICE If the drill rack moves during drilling reposition rack so drill rod is centered in the rod guide rollers before co...

Page 190: ...e to continue Rotation Pressure Torque 2 Rotation pressure will naturally rise as the bore progresses due to friction on the increasing length of the drill string But if rotation pressure rises substantially even when not attempting to make forward progress it could be a sign that soil is taking on water and swelling around the drill string If this happens it may be necessary to reevaluate the dri...

Page 191: ...ither dig down to drill head back out the drill string and drill head or attempt to use fluid pressure to force out the plug Ensure drill rod joint has been broken to relieve drilling fluid pressure in the drill string before unclogging or removing nozzle Clean out drill head nozzle with a tip cleaner A plugged drill can become too hot and damage the drill head transmitter Rod Box Change Refer to ...

Page 192: ...otation do not occur during the tooling change Lockout Procedure With Remote Lockout page 30 14 Lockout Procedure Without Remote Lockout System page 30 17 CHANGING TOOLS AT REMOTE EXIT PIT Extreme care must be taken during any tooling changes on the machine Clear and understandable communication between members of the directional drill unit s crew is crucial for correct complete and efficient inst...

Page 193: ...s use correct lockout procedures before changing tools Lockout Procedure With Remote Lockout page 30 14 Lockout Procedure Without Remote Lockout System page 30 17 DANGER Rotating drill string can kill Unexpected startup possible Lock out before working on drill string ...

Page 194: ... procedures Lockout Procedure With Remote Lockout page 30 14 Lockout Procedure Without Remote Lockout System page 30 17 Step 3 Turn drilling fluid system OFF Step 4 Remove drill head from the drill string WARNING Proper communication is essential to prevent unplanned startup of the drill string and or tool and to coordinate the pull of the exit site machine to maintain tension on the drill pipe Se...

Page 195: ...uple the joint Use correct communication procedures Refer to Radio Communication Requirements page 40 3 Step 1 Install backreamer DANGER Wrench on rotating drill string can strike you Death or serious injury will result Never install tooling that requires the use of pipe wrenches or tongs Always use tools which have the unthreaded connection WARNING Death or serious injury could occur if you are s...

Page 196: ...nfirm everyone is away from the exit pit drill string and cutting tools and that no wrenches or tongs are attached to the drill string or cutting tools Step 3 Warn everyone who may be exposed to the drill string or cutting tools that operation will resume Step 4 Press and hold Run Switch on Remote Lockout transmitter for 2 seconds to enable drilling operation or return ignition key to machine if R...

Page 197: ...front vise clamp rear vise and rotate rear vise to break rod joint DANGER Drill string and tooling can rapidly move sideways along the ground at the exit location if rotation is started when drill rod or tooling is on the ground away from the exit hole The larger the diameter of the reamer and the more drill string exposed the faster and farther the reamer and drill string can travel Death or seri...

Page 198: ...force by using a backhoe The wrench could slip off the drill string and strike you If a problem arises in drilling out or pullback which requires making or breaking a joint between the tool and the machine it is very important not to use a pipe wrench but to use only a compact remote breakout system A compact remote breakout system is required whenever you loosen a joint away from the machine Seri...

Page 199: ...Swivel Use Refer to Swivel Use page 50 28 Some swivels such as a double eye swivel can be incorrectly aligned with the reamer If swivel is not straight in line with the reamer it might not swivel as intended Instead it could turn like a crank causing the product to turn and whip Before starting rotation of the drill string it is very important to position the reamer and product or trailing pipe so...

Page 200: ... It is not necessary to tighten joints to a higher torque Step 3 Attach rod recycler adapter to the first drill rod and tighten snugly Step 4 Use correct lockout procedures Lockout Procedure With Remote Lockout page 30 14 Lockout Procedure Without Remote Lockout System page 30 17 Step 5 Attach rod recycler adapter to swivel WARNING Never attach a pipe wrench or tool and apply force from a machine ...

Page 201: ...ck with Trailing Rod Step 1 Pull tooling up to exit hole before rotating Step 2 Begin reaming Step 3 Crew must watch trailing rods as they are drawn into the bore If they rotate the swivel must be repaired or replaced DANGER Drill string and tooling can rapidly move sideways along the ground at the exit location if rotation is started when drill rod or tooling is on the ground away from the exit h...

Page 202: ...oss the ground If needed the extending rod can be steered by pushing on the side of the drill string with a backhoe bucket Step 4 After enough drill rod have been pushed through use correct lockout procedures Lockout Procedure With Remote Lockout page 30 14 Lockout Procedure Without Remote Lockout System page 30 17 DANGER Wrench on rotating drill string can strike you Death or serious injury will ...

Page 203: ...d Step 4 Separate the two drill strings far enough for reamer installation Step 5 Use correct lockout procedure Lockout Procedure With Remote Lockout page 30 14 Lockout Procedure Without Remote Lockout System page 30 17 Step 6 Install reamer and swivel Step 7 Attach rod recycler adapter to drill rod and then attach to swivel Step 8 Follow Step 3 through remaining steps of Short String Method of Ad...

Page 204: ...ean that the reamer has encountered harder ground Thrust Pullback Pressure 2 A steady rise in pullback pressure could indicate a loss of fluid flow through the annular space causing the product to become stuck or a frac out to occur Drilling Fluid Pressure 3 The drilling fluid pressure gauge is best used as an indicator that flow is occurring Pressure can vary based on flow rates and nozzle sizes ...

Page 205: ...ymers or dirt Refer to Flushing Bentonite Polymers from Drilling Fluid System page 50 40 The service life of the power vise is dependent on correct operating techniques and cleanliness of the mechanism Inspect vise jaws and grips and replace worn or damaged components before the next bore Refer to Maintenance As Required section in the Maintenance Manual WARNING High pressure water can penetrate s...

Page 206: ... out during transport Flushing Bentonite Polymers from Drilling Fluid System If bentonite or polymers were added to drilling fluid flush system with fresh water before stowing equipment To drain clean and add fresh water Step 1 Turn water system on and flush water through drill unit hoses and drive plate Shut off water system WARNING High pressure water can penetrate skin Serious injury possible F...

Page 207: ... 63 Machine Wash NOTICE Machine controls and electrical electronic devices are not rated to withstand high pressure water and temperature power washers Water intrusion will likely cause malfunction or damage to any devices hit directly by the water spray Keep pressure washer stream away from machine controls and electrical electronic devices Compressed air can also push moisture through some conne...

Page 208: ...e accumulated polymers and dirt Step 4 Shut off water system Step 5 Point wash wand away from people and squeeze handle to release water pressure remaining in wand Step 6 Remove wash wand from drilling fluid pump quick coupler and store on transport vehicle Step 7 Install cap on drilling fluid pump quick coupler to prevent dirt from entering high pressure fluid lines 1 ...

Page 209: ...s in contact have a ground connection which allows a spark to occur at the battery when the positive jumper cable is connected or removed If equipped with battery caps they must be in place and tight to reduce risk of battery explosion NOTICE Use only a 12 volt system for jump starting WARNING Battery fumes are flammable and can explode Keep all burning materials away from battery Battery explosio...

Page 210: ... If eyes have been exposed flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention Internal Drink large quantities of water or milk follow with milk of magnesia beaten egg or vegetable oil Call a physician immediately JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE WARNING Battery post terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and...

Page 211: ...battery POSITIVE terminal 2 c Black to boost battery NEGATIVE terminal 3 d Black to frame of machine with discharged battery 4 Make connection away from battery fuel lines and moving parts Do not attach to the negative terminal of the discharged battery NOTICE To prevent sparks near the battery always disconnect black jumper cable from the frame before adjusting red jumper cable Step 4 Turn Batter...

Page 212: ...n outside diameter of 1 88 3 31 4 8 8 4 cm at 7500 ft lb 10170 Nm Always use the device in accordance with the instructions contained in this Operator s Manual safety signs on the device and the drill unit and other material provided by Vermeer Corporation Correct maintenance and repair is necessary for safety and for efficient operation of the device Do not use the device if it is not in suitable...

Page 213: ...to the eyes of the handles If the handles are spread too far the pins will not line up and install The pins should always start at the widest position on the threaded rod for maximum stroke Step 2 Hand tighten adjustment clamp jaw nuts 4 Use a 1 5 16 wrench to snug nuts but do not tighten Lengths of threaded portion beyond nuts 5 should be approximately equal Step 3 Install threaded T bar 2 and pi...

Page 214: ...ble for torque recommendations NOTICE Overtorquing will cause shear pins 7 inside tong arms to fail Replace only with Vermeer pins P N 296406760 4 2 6 7 Thread Description Makeup Torque Distance FST 200 1000 ft lb 1356 Nm 1 8 3 2 mm FST 250 1333 ft lb 1807 Nm 3 16 4 8 mm FST 400 1733 ft lb 2350 Nm 1 4 6 4 mm FST 600 2667 ft lb 3616 Nm 1 4 6 4 mm FST 650 3333 ft lb 4519 Nm 1 4 6 4 mm FST 700 3333 f...

Page 215: ...acks Inspect threaded rod on T bar for wear or damage to threads Replace parts immediately if worn or damaged Contact your Vermeer dealer Mud Motors Mud motors are long cylindrical lobed motors which use fluid pressure to turn the drill bit Mud motors therefore require large drilling fluid flow rates to operate consistently and without cavitation Because mud motor requirements can exceed capabilit...

Page 216: ...aining in the ground The use of a pipe wrench to continue to unthread the broken rod after it has been loosened with the breakout device is permitted Step 4 Install drill rod hole guide such as a football or balloon onto drill rod at the machine Push it through pilot bore to the drill string still in the ground Step 5 Use correct lockout procedures Lockout Procedure With Remote Lockout page 30 14 ...

Page 217: ...e to push drill rod forward until male threads have engaged the downhole rod Step 9 Use slow forward rotation to turn drill string together until joint is tight Correct makeup torque will be attained due to resistance provided by cutting tool on the far end of drill string DANGER Wrench on rotating drill string can strike you Death or serious injury will result Ensure all tools are removed from th...

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Page 219: ... in good condition follow the instructions given below Keep safety signs clean Use soap and water not mineral spirits abrasive cleaners or other similar cleaners that will damage the sign Replace any damaged or missing safety signs When attaching safety signs temperature of the mounting surface must be at least 40 F 5 C The mounting surface must be clean and dry When replacing a machine component ...

Page 220: ...ditions the maintenance intervals should be shortened MACHINE GREASE As a general rule grease machine after it is shut down for the day or at 50 service hours if required This protects metal under seals from corrosion caused by condensation as temperature drops Ensure all fittings and nozzle of grease applicator are clean before applying grease If any grease fittings are missing replace them immed...

Page 221: ... 2000 3000 6000 As Required Machine Grease z Engine Oil Level Check z Hydraulic Fluid Level Check z Coolant Level Check z Fuel Tank Fill z Air Cleaner Restriction Indicator Check z Drill Rod Care z Greaser Option Check Refill z R A T T Maintenance z Fuel Water Separator Drain z Engine Oil and Filter Change Initial Control Levers Linkage Oil z Track Gearbox Oil Level Check z Drilling Fluid Pump Cra...

Page 222: ...lters Replace Initial Alternator and Fan Belts Check Adjust Replace z Engine Protective Devices Check z Fuel Transfer Pump Strainer Clean z Hoses and Clamps Check Replace z Fuel Tank Drain z Fuel Filters Replace z Engine Oil and Filter Change Replace z Battery Terminals Electrolyte Level Clean Check z Ground Drive Speed Check z Park Brake Check z Hydraulic Fluid Filter Replace z Drilling Fluid Pum...

Page 223: ...z Cooling System Coolant Temperature Regulator Replace z Starting Motor Inspect z Water Pump Inspect z Coolant ELC Change z Engine Crankcase Breather Clean z Fuel System Prime z Engine Compartment Clean z Battery Replace z Engine Air Cleaner Elements Replace z Track Tension Adjust z Rod Guide Plate Replace z Vise Dies Replace z Stakedown Drivers Remove Install z Rotation Sensor Phase Adjust z Stor...

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Page 225: ...s Prevent 60 2 Battery Condition 30 12 Battery Explosion Prevent 60 1 Battery Ground Disconnect 20 7 Before the Bore 50 21 Bore Path Walk 50 9 Breaking Rod Joint 50 32 Breakout Device Operation 60 5 C Changing Tools at Remote Exit Pit 50 26 Cold Weather Starting 50 2 Communication Requirements 50 28 Configurations 60 7 Connect 30 19 Controller Keys 21 1 Controller Lights 21 3 D Dealer Prep i Deale...

Page 226: ...ing the Machine 50 4 E Electrical Line 50 16 Electrical Shock Protection 40 9 Electrically Insulated Boots 40 13 Electrically Insulated Gloves Inspect 40 12 Electrically Insulated Gloves 40 11 Electrocution Prevention 40 10 Electronic Controller 21 1 Emergency Shutoff Switch 20 9 Engine Access 20 34 Engine Controls Drill Station 20 8 Engine Controls 20 7 Engine Identification Number Record v Engin...

Page 227: ...uipment Prepare 50 13 Locator System 30 32 Lockout Button 30 5 Lockout Procedure With Remote Lockout 30 14 Lockout Procedure Without Remote Lockout System 30 17 Loss of Remote Transmitter Signal 30 9 Low Battery 30 12 M Machine Anchor with Stakes 50 13 Machine Grease 70 2 Machine Wash 50 41 Machine Controls 20 1 Machine Identification Decal iv Machine Identification Number Record iv Maintenance In...

Page 228: ...Resume Drilling Operation 40 4 Radio Communication to Stop Drilling Operation 40 4 Range Test 40 15 Read Overview Section 50 15 Reamer Connect with Hex Collar Connection 30 32 Reamer Connect with Threaded Connection 30 31 Reamer Carrier Install Remove 30 29 Reamer Carrier Intended Use 30 27 Reamer Carrier Lift 30 29 Reamer Carrier Components 30 28 Reamer Carrier Styles 30 27 Reamer Carrier Wear Pa...

Page 229: ...Conscious Operators and Workers 40 1 Safety Messages 10 1 Safety Precautions 50 16 Safety Signs and Operating Instructions 40 2 Safety Signs Maintenance 70 1 Safety Symbol Explanation 10 1 Screen Symbols 21 5 Service 21 13 Setting Manual Pressure Limits 30 51 Setting Manual Rotation Limits 30 52 Setting Manual Thrust Limits 30 52 Setup Controls 20 16 Setup 50 9 Short String Method of Adding Drill ...

Page 230: ...ering the Machine 50 5 Trailing Rod While Pre Reaming 50 33 Training 40 2 Transport Station Controls 20 12 Transporting the Machine 50 4 Turnbuckle Adjust 30 30 U Underground Utility Contact 40 8 Utility Line Contact 50 16 V W Welding Alert Electronic Components 11 1 Welding Precautions 11 1 When Limits are Exceeded 30 55 While Drilling 50 24 ...

Page 231: ...ents Warranty Rider Sections 10 11 20 21 30 40 50 70 DVD language patents warranty rider safety definitions controller symbols ground drive range speed hood latch transport and towing AutoDrill washing caution o1_04 04 10 Section 25 all Digitrak boilerplate updates o1_05 05 11 Sections 21 30 New style joystick manual row selector Armor tooling o2_00 04 12 All Tier 4 Interim Stage IIIB Engine and o...

Page 232: ...ust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm When operated in California any off road diesel vehicle may be subject to the California Air Resources Board In Use Off Road Diesel Vehicle Regulation It therefore could be subject to retrofit or accelerated turnover requirements to reduce emissions of air pollutants For ...

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