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D20x22 Series II Navigator ® Horizontal Directional Drill Maintenance Manual D20x22_Series_ii_m2_01 Serial No. 1001 - Order No. 105400CD5...
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This manual explains the proper operation of your machine. Study and understand these instructions thoroughly before operating or maintaining the machine. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. Consult your Vermeer dealer if you do not understand the instructions in this manual, or need additional information.
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Service instructions are contained in a separate service manual. Service manuals can be obtained by contacting your Vermeer dealer. If you are considering servicing the machine without the assistance of a Vermeer dealer, remember this is a complex machine which often involves complex service procedures.
WARNING: Read Operator’s Manual and safety signs, and watch the operations and safety video, before operating machine. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance Safety Messages 10-1...
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If operating in an enclosed area, remove exhaust fumes with an exhaust pipe extension to the outside. DANGER: Rotating drill string or cutters can kill. Stay away from rotating drill rod and cutting tool. 10-2 Safety Messages D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
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Refer to page 11-1. WARNING: Make no modifications to this equipment unless specifically recommended by Vermeer Corporation. WARNING: Be sure that all safety devices, including shields, are installed and functioning properly after servicing the machine.
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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 the Operator’s Manual. 10-4 Safety Messages D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
Procedure - With Remote Lockout,” or “Lockout Procedure - Without Remote Lockout System,” in the Overview Section of the Operator’s Manual. A variation of the above procedure may be used if instructed within this manual or if an emergency requires it. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance Shutdown Procedure 11-1...
Step 2: Unplug controller (2). Unplug Remote Lockout (RLO) module (3) Step 3: (in compartment to the left of seat), Strike Alert module (4) and DP10 display (5) (in right hand control panel). D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance Welding Precautions 12-1...
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Unplug Tethered Transport Control (6). Step 4: Tier 4 Interim/Stage IIIB engine: unplug engine ECU (7), located on left Step 5: side of engine. Step 6: Connect welding ground as close to work as possible. 12-2 Welding Precautions D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
Refer to the Engine Operation Manual. Engine Oil Level - Check With engine level, fill to full mark on dipstick. Do not overfill. Oil Fill Cap Oil Dipstick D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 10 Service Hours or Daily 20-1...
Keep tank filled to sight gauge level. Machine must be level and in transport position. Refer to “Lubricants,” page 65-1. Remove fill cap (1). Step 1: Fill to upper half of sight gauge level (2). Step 2: Step 3: Install fill cap. 20-2 10 Service Hours or Daily D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
NOTICE: Never add pure antifreeze to a cooling system. We recommend using a 50/50 mixture. Never use high-silicate antifreeze or antifreeze that is higher than a 60/40 mixture. Fill Cap Overflow Bottle D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 10 Service Hours or Daily 20-3...
To meet government emission requirements use diesel fuel with a low or ultra low sulfur content, less than 15 ppm or 0.0015% (15 mg/kg). NOTICE: Use of higher content sulfur fuel will cause engine damage and void engine warranty. 20-4 10 Service Hours or Daily D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
Check shoulders for dents, gouges, or high spots. • Dress damaged shoulders with a file. Do not exceed bend radius of the drill rod. Doing so will cause premature failure of the drill rod. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 10 Service Hours or Daily 20-5...
As soon as the ATF flows out of the vent hole, install plug (1). Step 4: Step 5: Continue to fill the tool until the gauge reads approximately 70 psi (4.8 bar). Replace fill cap. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 10 Service Hours or Daily 20-7...
Display (2) should read a positive 85–90°. Refer to “Rotation Sensor Phase - Adjust,” page 50-10. ISES NSPECT LEAN Inspect vise dies and remove debris with a wire brush. 20-8 10 Service Hours or Daily D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
HANGE Change engine oil and replace filter after the first 50 service hours, and then every 500 service hours. Refer to “Engine Oil and Filter - Change,” page 40-3. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 50 Service Hours or Weekly 25-1...
Oil requirements are listed in the section “Lubricants.” Specifications Refer to page 65-1. Check oil level with plug at 3:00 or 9:00 position. Fill to check plug level. Fill/Check Plug Drain Plug 25-2 50 Service Hours or Weekly D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
Check oil level in rotation gearbox at check plug (1). Remove six bolts (2) and top shield (3) and fill gearbox with lube oil until oil seeps out of check plug. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 50 Service Hours or Weekly 25-3...
Change oil after the first 100 service hours and every 500 hours thereafter. Refer to “Drilling Fluid Pump Oil - Change,” page 40-8. ONTROL EVERS HECK Check control levers for freedom of movement. Check that levers spring-return to NEUTRAL. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 100 Service Hours 30-1...
Parts Manual for replacement parts. Frame – Check machine frame and contact Vermeer dealer immediately if you notice any bending or cracking. Fire Prevention – Keep engine compartment, battery, hydraulic lines, fuel tank and operator’s station clean of accumulated trash, grease, and debris.
Step 7: Increase engine speed to full RPM. Rotation, thrust and ground drive must not move with controls in NEUTRAL and engine at full RPM with operator seated at the controls. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 100 Service Hours 30-3...
With operator in seat, have an assistant move Propel Handles out of NEUTRAL. The tracks must not move. Step 10: NOTICE: Contact a Vermeer dealer if Operator Presence system does not work properly. 30-4 100 Service Hours D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
• Replace all deteriorated or damaged hoses. When a hose with a protective sleeve is replaced, always install a protective sleeve over the new hose. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 100 Service Hours 30-5...
Four rollers on each side—located on inside of shield (3) at bolts (4). Replace rollers if broken or excessively worn. Track Chain Tension Refer to “Track Tension - Adjust,” page 50-4. 30-6 100 Service Hours D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
DDITIVE WARNING: Hot fluid under pressure can scald. Allow engine to cool before opening radiator cap. Add 6.5 oz (192 ml) of Fleetguard DCA4 to cooling system to restore corrosion inhibitors. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 250 Service Hours 35-1...
As soon as the ATF flows out of the vent hole, install plug (2). Step 4: Continue to fill the tool until the gauge reads approximately 70 psi Step 5: (4.8 bar). Replace fill cap. 35-2 250 Service Hours D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
Refer to the Engine Operation Manual supplied with the machine for engine maintenance information. RAIN Drain fuel tank water and sediment at fitting (1). Refer to the Engine Operation Manual supplied with the machine for engine maintenance information. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 500 Service Hours 40-1...
Shut off engine before refueling. No flame. No smoking. Clean up any spilled fuel. Tier 3/Stage IIIA engine Fuel Filter Fuel Filter with Fuel/Water Separator Secondary Fuel Filter (on left side of engine) Tier 4/Stage IIIB engine 40-2 500 Service Hours D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
To prevent starting, disconnect wire to fuel shutoff solenoid (5). Step 1: Step 2: Crank engine for 15 seconds. After correct oil pressure is reached, stop cranking and connect wire to fuel Step 3: shutoff solenoid. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 500 Service Hours 40-3...
External: Flush with plenty of water. 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. 40-4 500 Service Hours D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
If equipped, remove cell caps. Fill Step 5: each cell with distilled water (never add acid) so the top of the plates are covered. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 500 Service Hours 40-5...
ROUND RIVE PEED HECK Check that reverse speed does not exceed 132 ft/min (40.2 m/min). Contact your Vermeer dealer for assistance to correct the problem. RAKE HECK Park machine on at least a 15 percent incline. With the engine off and the propel levers in neutral, the machine must not move.
Step 9: After one minute, move machine. Shut down and check hydraulic fluid level. Check for leaks around filter. If leaks are found, tighten filters only enough to stop the leak. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 500 Service Hours 40-7...
Drain Plug (not visible) Fill/Check Plug Maintain fill/check plug level. Refer to “Lubricants,” page 65-1. If oil appears milky, contact your Vermeer dealer. Water may be seeping past plunger rod seals. 40-8 500 Service Hours D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
Ensure drain plug is on bottom when draining oil. Oil requirements are listed in the Specifications section. Refer to “Lubricants,” page 65-1. Fill to check plug level with plug at 3:00 or 9:00 position. Fill/Check Drain Plug D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 1000 Service Hours 45-1...
Install radiator cap. Run engine long enough to ensure thermostat has opened, allowing engine and radiator to receive fresh water. Shut off engine. Allow system to cool, then remove radiator cap and open Step 6: petcock to drain water. 45-2 1000 Service Hours D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
Check radiator after engine has cooled overnight. As air works out of system, you may need to add Step 4: more water/antifreeze mixture to keep radiator full. Continue checking before starting each day until radiator remains full. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance 1000 Service Hours 45-3...
40- Strainer - Remove Disconnect hoses and drain any oil into a suitable container. Step 1: Remove fitting at location (3) and remove strainer from inside of tank. Step 2: 45-4 1000 Service Hours D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
Clean strainer with a petroleum-based paint thinner or other good cleaning solvent. Scrub strainer with a soft- bristled brush. Inspect strainer; contact your Vermeer dealer if you find any of the following: • lacquers which may have formed as a result of hot spots in the hydraulic system •...
Change cooling system coolant (DEAC). • Replace cooling system coolant temperature regulator. • Inspect starting motor. • Inspect water pump. 6000 Service Hours or 6 Years • Change cooling system coolant (ELC). D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance Additional Periodic Maintenance 46-1...
WARNING: Battery fumes are flammable and can explode. Keep all burning materials away from battery. Battery explosion can blind. Acid can blind and burn. Tools and cable clamps can make sparks. Do not smoke. Shield eyes and face. Read instructions. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance Maintenance As Required 50-1...
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Install positive (+) cable (4), then install negative (-) cable (3). Step 6: Step 7: Install red plastic cap over positive cable. Step 8: Install battery access shield and bolts. Connect battery using Battery Disconnect Switch. Step 9: 50-2 Maintenance As Required D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
Install replacement air cleaner element(s). Ensure end of primary element with gasket is installed against closed end of air cleaner assembly, and is seated properly. Step 6: Install end of air cleaner assembly; ensure all fasteners and/or clamps are tight. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance Maintenance As Required 50-3...
Tighten bolt further until distance (1) is 7.40–7.50" (18.8–19.0 cm). Step 5: Step 6: Replace access cover. Discard track when lugs are worn off or when no further bolt adjustment is possible. 50-4 Maintenance As Required D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
To replace: Remove bolts (2), washers (3), and rod guide plate (1). Step 1: Install new plate, washers, and bolts. Step 2: D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance Maintenance As Required 50-5...
(4) is under cross bar. Remove pin (4) from cylinder die. Step 3: Start engine, open vise and shut off Step 4: engine. Slide moveable die (5) out. Step 5: 50-6 Maintenance As Required D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
Step 9: Shut off engine. Step 10: Insert pin. Rear Vise Start engine. Step 1: Close vise by pressing top of Rear Vise Switch (1). Shut off engine. Step 2: D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance Maintenance As Required 50-7...
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Extend cylinder to close rear vise by pressing top of Rear Vise Switch (1). Step 10: Shut off engine. Step 11: Install vise die keeper pin with punch (2). Step 12: 50-8 Maintenance As Required D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
Roll rubber O-ring (2) out of groove. Step 2: Support stake while removing pin (3). Step 3: Remove stake. Step 4: Step 5: Reverse procedure to install stake. Step 6: Close shield and replace pins. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance Maintenance As Required 50-9...
NOTICE: Do not rotate the drive chuck with the sensor in contact with the pulse ring. The pulse ring can be damaged from the sensor rubbing on it. Step 5: Rotate sensor 1/8 turn counterclockwise, away from pulse ring. 50-10 Maintenance As Required D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
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Tighten jam nut. Step 12: Verify that phase is Step 13: in correct range. To test: press Step 14: R.A.T.T. Mode Button and pull on Rotation Handle. Drive chuck will oscillate. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance Maintenance As Required 50-11...
Plug in Remote Lockout system docking station. Charge batteries fully. Install charged battery in remote transmitter. • Refer to the Engine Operation Manual instructions for restoring engine to operation. • Disable fuel system and crank engine to provide crankshaft lubrication. 50-12 Maintenance As Required D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
Wrong viscosity of hydraulic oil Change hydraulic fluid to correct viscosity. Worn pump or motor See your Vermeer dealer. Improper pressure relief setting See your Vermeer dealer. Poor engine performance Check engine. (Sheet 1 of 2) 60-2 Troubleshooting D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
See your Vermeer dealer. Improper pressure relief setting See your Vermeer dealer. Noisy hydraulic pump Hydraulic fluid cold Let machine warm up and operate hydraulic system. Warm up machine at reduced engine speed. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance Troubleshooting 60-3...
Confirm voltage stake is fully inserted into the ground. The soil at the stake may need to be moistened to improve conductivity of the earth. Retest the system. If the test fails to pass, contact your Vermeer dealer. The Strike Alert system automatically runs a system check whenever the machine is powered up (ignition key turned from OFF to RUN).
Remote Lockout system is not the source of the problem. The Remote Lockout system cannot disable one function independent of the others. Contact your Vermeer dealer for troubleshooting assistance. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
Vermeer Ultra LC Grease To minimize condensation in bearings, grease machine after it is shut down for the day. Fittings and grease applicator nozzle must be clean before applying grease. Replace all missing fittings. D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance Specifications 65-1...
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SAE- 40 non-detergent Crankcase (Classification MM or better) Vermeer Ultra Gold 40 Drill Rod Thread As required BioStick thread lubricant (P/N 296337339) Compound Drive Chain Lube As required (P/N 117442-001) Vermeer Chain Lube 65-2 Specifications D20x22 Series II HDD Maintenance...
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Date Page(s) Description tm1_00 07/07 Temporary Maintenance Manual released. tm1_01 09/07 D20x22 Series II added; other updates. m1_00 09/07 First edition Maintenance Manual released. Hydraulic sight gauge and filter access cover; m1_01 08/08 Sections 20, 25, 45, 50, 65 rotation gearbox oil check; track tension adjustment;...
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