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143558 - PileDriver (26-June-2012)
Operation
ANGLING DOZER BLADE
The PileDriver wings can be hydraulically
(optional)or mechanically angled by operating the
proper tractor remote cylinder lever or adjusting
the mechanical link bars. With hydraulic wing
angle, the Pile Driver allows you to operate in
an infinite amount of positions, so you can push
huge amounts of material in a cupped formation.
It allows you to close down on either side of the
blade so the operator can run the tractor tire on
the edge of the bunker walls. And it allows you
to close down both sides at the same time so you
can keep the blade on the tractor when it’s time for
transport.
A dual relief valve is incorporated to protect
the hydraulic angling system when the blade is
overloaded. (This valve will bypass the hydraulic
fluid and diminish the degrees that the blade was
initially angled.)
Important:
To avoid damage to tractor or
blade, the hydraulic system must be hooked up
properly including line to hydraulic tank drain.
OPERATOR’S RESPONSIBILITY
Every operator should read this manual and
be instructed in safe operating procedures. An
untrained operator is not qualified to operate this
machine and could place themselves or bystanders
in danger.
OPERATING SPEED
For normal operation, operate the tractor at a
comfortable or manufacturer recommended speed.
When operating over rough terrain or limited to
space, reduce engine speed. The actual forward
speed will be determined by tractor horsepower,
land density and depth of cut.
Experience will teach you the most efficient operating
speed, but as a rule 3-4 MPH (5-7 km/h) is a normal
operating range.
BLADE DEPTH
Gauge the depth of cut to push the most material
possible without losing speed through spinning
the wheels or slowing the tractor engine. Do this
by setting the depth shoes (optional), and by
regulating the depth for the blade height with the
lifting cylinder operating lever.
The distance the material is pushed should be kept
to a minimum. Dig and cut the material downgrade
whenever possible.
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
Efficient and safe operation of the PileDriver
requires that each operator reads and understands
the operating procedures and all related safety
procedures outlined in this manual.
Before Using for the FIRST Time
• Lubricate all points
• Torque all hardware to correct setting
• Check hardware torque & hydraulics
after the first 2 hrs & again after 10 hrs.
Before Using EVERY Time
Check:
• If all points lubricated
• All components attached securely
• Condition of cutting edge
• Depth/skid shoe wear
• Hydraulics:
- Tractor’s oil reservoir
- Condition of hoses, lines & fittings
DEPTH/SKID SHOES
(Optional)
Soft uneven ground
• Skid shoe low
• Blade high
Hard even ground
• Skid shoe high
• Blade low
Skid Shoe
High
Skid Shoe
Low
Blade
Low
Blade
High
