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Network rail approved certificate number PA05/04140 This machine (Serial No ) is CE approved. Rotabroach Ltd Burgess Road Sheffield, South Yorkshire United Kingdom S9 3WD Tel: +44 (0) 114 2212 510 Fax: +44 (0) 114 2212 563 Email : sales@rotabroach.co.uk Web site : www.rotabroach.co.uk...
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Issue 11 February 2017 Thank you for purchasing our Rhino RD074 petrol rail drill. We would really like your feedback on this machine. Please visit www.rotabroach.co.uk click on the feedback link on our home page and fill in our feedback form.
Issue 11 February 2017 CONTENTS OF THE MANUAL Page No General Safety instructions Specification of machine Safety procedures Cutting fluid Coolant inducement Fuelling Motor operating instructions Machine operating instructions Cutters for rail drilling machines [10] Maintenance - general 10-11 [11] Exploded view of arbor/spindle assembly/parts list 12-13 [12] Exploded view of arbor spindle drive/parts list 14-15...
Issue 11 February 2017 [1] GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! When using Petrol tools basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury, including the following. Read all these instructions before attempting to operate this product Ensure machine is off before carrying out any adjustment, serving or maintenance.
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Issue 11 February 2017 [2] Specification of machine. Maximum hole cutting capacity 36mm dia. Arbor bore 19.05mm dia. (3/4") Engine Engine Speed HONDA GXV57 No load (engine) 4,800rpm 57.3cm³ displacement No load (arbor/spindle) 320rpm On load torque 3.2Nm @ 4000rpm Fuel tank capacity 0,3 litres Compression Ratio 15:1...
On completion of the cut, a slug will be ejected. DO NOT operate the machine if the ejected slug may cause injury. [4] ROTABROACH CUTTING FLUID • Rotabroach cutting fluid has been specifically formulated to significantly enhance the performance and life of the cutting tool, and improve the quality and surface finish of the hole. • Avialable in 1 litre –...
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Issue 11 February 2017 [6] FUELLING Warning Petrol is an extremely flammable fuel. Use extreme caution when handling petrol or fuel mix. Do not smoke or bring any fire or flame near the fuel. Ensure the fuel mix does not spill on to hot engine. FUELLING INSTRUCTIONS •...
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Issue 11 February 2017 • Unscrew petrol tank vent screw. • If the motor is cold, position cold start indicator to 1 o 1. • Rotate the fuel cut off valve to the horizontal position.
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When commencing to cut, a hole apply light pressure until the cutter is introduced into the work surface. Pressure can then be increased slightly whilst cutting the hole. Excessive pressure is undesirable when using the Rotabroach system, it does not necessarily increase the speed of penetration and it may damage the cutter, greatly reducing its life.
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Issue 11 February 2017 ROTABROACH CUTTERS FOR RAIL DRILLING MACHINES All cutters have a 3/4" dia. shank. ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE MACHINE IS SWITCHED OFF Take the chosen cutter and insert into its shank the appropriate pilot. Place the assembly, correctly aligning the drive flats, into the arbor bore and securely fasten the socket screws with the hexagon key.
Issue 11 February 2017 [10] MAINTENANCE (General) TO BE CONDUCTED ONLY BY AUTHORISED PERSONNEL To ensure that the unit is used to its full efficiency there are a few basic maintenance needs to observe. A regular check-out of the machine will also ensure a prolonged life for the cutters and easier operation. Before proceeding with any maintenance work, be certain that the motor control switch is in the OFF position To check the gearbox oil level.
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Issue 11 February 2017 REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD. Perform at indicated month Before First month or Every 3 months Ever 6 months or Every 100 Every 2 years or or hour interval, whichever comes first. starting work 10 hours. or 25 hours 50 hours hours 300 hours...
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Issue 11 February 2017 [11] EXPLODED VIEW OF ARBOR SPINDLE ASSEMBLY from serial number 68131 onwards...
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Issue 11 February 2017 [11] PARTS LIST FOR ARBOR SPINDLE ASSEMBLY from serial number 68131 onwards Item Description Part No Quantity Item Description Part No Quantity MAIN HOUSING RD3747 CIRCLIP RD4056 M4 SHAKEPROOF WASHER RD4069 FEED TUBE WEAR CAP RD3714 M8 DOG POINT SOCKET SCREW RD4719 HOUSING REAR ENDCAP...
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Issue 11 February 2017 [12] EXPLODED VIEW OF ARBOR/SPINDLE DRIVE...
Issue 11 February 2017 [12] PARTS LIST FOR ARBOR/SPINDLE DRIVE Item Description Part No Quantity M4 SHCS RD4414 SHAFT COVER RD3746 O’RING RD4737 MAIN HOUSING RD3747 GEAR SET RD4742 M6 STUD RD4340 CLUTCH ASSEMBLY RD4779 BEARING RD4082 M4 SHAKEPROOF WASHER RD4069 RD3771 M6 WASHER...
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Issue 11 February 2017 [13] EXPLODED VIEW OF ARBOR SPINDLE FEED...
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Issue 11 February 2017 [13] PARTS LIST FOR ARBOR/SPINDLE FEED Item Description Part No Quantity M4 CSINK SET SCREW RD4721 O’ RING RD4726 CAPSTAN SPINDLE HOUSING RD3712 FLANGED OILITE BUSH RD4724 MAIN HOUSING RD3747 FEED GEAR RD3705 FEED GEAR KEY RD4708 CAPSTAN SPINDLE RD3758...
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Issue 11 February 2017 [14] EXPLODE VIEW OF BASE PLATE ASSEMBLY...
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Issue 11 February 2017 [14] PARTS LIST FOR BASE PLATE ASSEMBLY Item Description Part No Quantity M6 C/SNK SET SCREW RD4722 6MM DOWEL RD4242 SIDE PLATE (LH) RD3731 CLAMP BLOCK RD3715 SIDE PLATE (RH) RD3732...
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Issue 11 February 2017 [15] EXPLODED VIEW OF RAIL CLAMP ASSEMBLY...
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Issue 11 February 2017 [15] PARTS LIST FOR RAIL CLAMP ASSEMBLY Item Description Part No Quantity CAPSTAN KNOB RY4060 CAPSTAN SPINDLE RY4061 CAPSTAN RY4062 RY4063 COLLAR RY4064 WORM RY4065 THRUST WASHER RY4066 BEARING BUSH RY4067 ROLLER PIN RY4068 ROLLER RY4069 DISTANCE PIECE RY4070 CLAMP ARM...
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Issue 11 February 2017 [16] EXPLODED VIEW OF QUICK RELEASE RAIL CLAMP ASSEMBLY...
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Issue 11 February 2017 [16] PARTS LIST FOR QUICK RELEASE RAIL CLAMP ASSEMBLY Item Description Part No Quantity CAPSTAN KNOB RY4060 CAPSTAN SPINDLE RY4061 CAPSTAN RY4062 RY4063 COLLAR RY4064 WORM RY4065 THRUST WASHER RY4066 BEARING BUSH RY4067 ROLLER PIN RY4068 ROLLER RY3749 DISTANCE PIECE...
Rotabroach®, or its designated distributor within a period of (30) days from the purchase date, failure to do so will void the warranty. If the stated is adhered to Rotabroach® will repair or replace (at its option) without charge any faulty items returned.
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