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- Page 1 99-95400012 - ISSUE 6 draft1 ENGLISH TRENCHER OPERATORS MANUAL A37403 A34432 A37392 A37404 A33559 A34433 A33556 A33558 A33817 A33761 A34211 A35299 www.avanttecno.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
INDEX FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Enquiries . - Page 3 Weekly Checks (in addition to daily checks) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Oil capacity .
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Page 4: Foreword
FOREWORD Enquiries Please state the model type and serial number when making enquiries or orders and all written correspondence . The serial number is recorded on a plate located on the side of the trencher . 99-5057 Distributed by: Serial No: Model: Weight: Flow... - Page 5 EU Declaration of Conformity The responsible person: Name Position Company Name Auger Torque Europe Ltd. Address Hazelton, Cheltenham, GL54 4DX, England Telephone ++44 (0) 1451 861652 ++44 (0) 1451 861660 Declares that the product described: Manufacturer Auger Torque Europe Ltd. Model Serial Number Conforms to the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
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Page 6: Registration
REGISTRATION Complete this form and keep it with the manual Ylötie 1 FI-33470 Ylöjärvi Finland Tel . +358 3 347 8800 Telefax +358 3 348 5511 E-mail: sales@avanttecno .com MODEL NUMBER: SERIAL NUMBER: DATE OF MANUFACTURE: SUPPLIER / DEALER: DATE SOLD TO SUPPLIER / DEALER: DATE SOLD TO ORIGINAL END USER: OWNER OR OPERATOR: PARENT MACHINE MAKE &... - Page 7 REGISTRATION For warranty purposes this form MUST be completed and returned to Avant Tecno Oy within 14 days of purchase by the end user . Ylötie 1 FI-33470 Ylöjärvi Finland Tel . +358 3 347 8800 Telefax +358 3 348 5511 E-mail: sales@avanttecno .com...
- Page 8 For warranty purposes the form on the reverse of this page should be completed and returned to; Avant Tecno Oy Ylötie 1 FI-33470 Ylöjärvi Finland www.avanttecno.com...
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Page 9: Introduction
. New or extra copies can be obtained from your Avant Tecno Oy dealer or direct from Avant Tecno Oy . Avant Tecno Oy continually strives to improve and increase its range of products and therefore reserves the right to alter its specifications at any time without notice or obligation . -
Page 10: Safety Notes
SAFETY NOTES Protect Yourself Make sure you wear protective clothing and personal safety items . You May Need • A Hard Hat • Safety Goggles • Hearing Protection • Foul Weather Clothing • Reflective Clothing • Protective Gloves • Safety Boots DO NOT wear items of loose clothing, jewellery or other items and tie up any long hair which could entangle in the controls or other parts of the machine . -
Page 11: Protective And Safety Devices
Protective And Safety Devices Keep all protective devices in place and securely fastened . Make sure all guards, shields and safety signs are properly installed and are in good condition . Check The Equipment Before you operate the equipment, take time to check your machine and ensure that all systems are in good operational order . -
Page 12: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions NEVER operate or assemble the equipment without fully understanding the operating instructions of both the equipment unit and the parent machine . Auger Torque recommend you receive dealer instruction before operating the unit . NEVER operate the equipment unless you are in good physical condition and mental health . -
Page 13: Identification
IDENTIFICATION Typical Setup Trench Cleaner Danger Nose Roller Chain Guard Motor Main Body Skid Chain Plate Flap Sprocket Boom Adjuster Auger Boom www.avanttecno.com... -
Page 14: Fitting The Trencher Unit
FITTING THE TRENCHER UNIT Skid Steer Loaders SAFETY FIRST Always work in pairs (2 skilled operatives) whenever Trencher Unit components are being assembled or dissembled from the parent machine . Always check the weight of the attachment and ensure you have the correct equipment for handling it . ALWAYS check parent machine: •... -
Page 15: Hydraulic Connections
. All Avant Tecno Oy Trenching Units require a ‘flow’ and ‘return’ of hydraulic fluid from the parent machine’s auxiliary hydraulic power supply to operate . All Trenchers are reversible and require the host machine to be fitted with a two way flow auxiliary circuit . -
Page 16: Running-In
RUNNING-IN To maximise the life of the motor, it must be run in for a period . To carry out the running in procedure, suspend the trencher unit clear of the ground, with the boom horizontal . For the duration of the running in procedure, ensure that no bystanders (including animals) can get within 6 metres/20 foot of the work area . -
Page 17: Preparation
PREPARATION CONSIDER the topography (e .g . risk of subsidence, slope angle, position to embankments and any previous excavation) . NOTE the type of soil and its condition to enable selection of suitable teeth . ALWAYS carry out a site survey and risk assessment BEFORE starting work . AVOID underground hazards, such as water / gas / electricity / communication lines etc . -
Page 18: Trench Depth Setting
TRENCH DEPTH SETTING The trenching depth is controlled by the skid plate, which runs with its flat surface on the ground . By changing the angle of the skid plate, the trencher can operate at one of three depth settings . The skid plate is secured by 2 nuts to studs on the main body as indicated by the arrows . -
Page 19: Skid Side Plate Adjustment
SKID SIDE PLATE ADJUSTMENT To ensure that the left hand side of the trench is free from spoil, the skid is fitted with a side plate to deflect spoil back on to the chain . This ensures that the maximum amount of spoil is removed on the right-hand side by the auger . -
Page 20: Working Procedure
WORKING PROCEDURE Before commencing work, ensure that ; The correct hoses are fitted and tightened correctly (See page 15) . The unit has been properly run in (See page 16) . There are no bystanders within 6 metres / 20 foot of the work area . Switch off parent machine and ensure the hydraulic system is locked out . - Page 21 Raise the trencher above ground level Fig E . Switch off parent machine and ensure the hydraulic system is locked out . Set the Trench Cleaner in it’s CLOSED position and secure it with linch pin . Start the parent machine, engage the hydraulic system and lower the trencher into the trench until the flat face of the skid plate is firmly on the ground with weight applied and continue trenching Fig F www.avanttecno.com...
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Page 22: Transportation
TRANSPORTATION Transportation On Public Highways ALWAYS remove the Trencher Unit before driving or transporting the parent machine on public highways . ALWAYS store the Trencher Unit securely and safely when removed from the parent machine taking special care of the hydraulic hoses and connections . Transportation Within The Job Site ALWAYS disengage the rotation of the Trencher chain, whenever operating the parent machine, whilst the Trencher Unit is not trenching . -
Page 23: Maintenance & Lubrication
MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION SAFETY Safety at all times Ensure environmentally safe disposal of waste oil: Do not pour down drain! Avoid Fire or Explosion: Do not smoke near, or expose lubricants to, any possible sources of ignition (e .g . fire, electrical sparks or heat sources .) All lubricants are toxic and potentially carcinogenic (cancer causing). -
Page 24: Routine Maintenance
Refer to page 26 for chain adjustment instructions . Chain tension should be checked after every 500 metres/550 yards of trenching . Your Avant Tecno Oy Trencher Unit features a sealed gear housing filled with gear oil to lubricate the planetary gear set components and bearings within the housing . -
Page 25: Oil Change Procedure
Oil Change Procedure Before starting any maintenance work on this unit read the instructions carefully and ensure you have the correct tools, materials and safety equipment to hand . Pre-heat the oil by running the unit for 15 minutes . Ensure that the unit is securely supported so that you have safe access to the underside of the drive unit . -
Page 26: Chain Adjustment
Chain Adjustment MAX 50mm/2in MIN 40mm/1.5in Check the chain tension by measuring the clearance between the chain and the boom as shown in Fig A . Step1 The correct clearance should be between a minimum of 40mm/1 .5in and a maximum of 50mm/2in . -
Page 27: Chain Removal/Replacement
Chain Removal/Replacement The chain ends are joined with a pin, which is secured with a split cotter pin . Ensure that the chain is slackened off completely, following the ‘Chain Adjustment’ instructions on page 26 . Locate the joining pin and rotate the chain so that you have easy access to both ends of the pin . CAUTION: Once the joining pin is removed, the weight of the chain will cause it to swing or fall, take care to either secure the chain or make sure that it will not cause any damage when released . -
Page 28: Cutting Tooth Maintenance
Cutting Tooth Maintenance To cope with different types of trenching conditions, trenching chains are Avant Tecno Oy supplied fitted with interchangeable ‘Earth’ or ‘Tungsten’ teeth, or a combination of both types (Fig A) . The teeth are bolted directly to the chain, or with r t h spacers to provide a range of trench widths . -
Page 29: Nose Roller Bearing Replacement
Nose Roller Bearing Replacement To remove the Nose Roller, first remove the chain as described in ‘Chain Removal/Replacement’ on page 27 . The Nose Roller is attached by 2 bolts, 2 spring washers and 2 special washers, which secure a square pin between the ears of the boom . -
Page 30: Sprocket Removal & Replacement
Sprocket Removal & Replacement To remove the sprocket, first remove the chain as described in ‘Chain Removal/Replacement’ on page 27 . Step 1 Spoil auger removal . Ensure hydraulic oil supply has been disconnected . Secure the trencher in a stable position . -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING IF IN DOUBT ASK! - Seek Avant Tecno Oy / dealer for advice & repair . BE SAFE - only use genuine Avant Tecno Oy spare parts . MOUNTING FRAME - ASSEMBLY FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION Mounting frame Incorrect or non-genuine... - Page 32 Test, reset or replace to parent machine’s shaft does not rotate valve faulty or set too low specification Trencher unit seized Seek advice from Avant Tecno Oy dealer Trencher jammed in ground Reverse Trencher Chain Slow Trenching speed Insufficient oil flow from parent...
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Page 33: Warranty Statement
WARRANTY STATEMENT Avant Tecno Oy grants a warranty of one year (12 months) from the date of purchase for the attachment it manufactures . The warranty covers repair costs as follows: • Work costs are covered, if the repair is not performed at the factory . - Page 34 YOUR DEALER IS Avant Tecno Oy Ylötie 1 FI-33470 Ylöjärvi Finland Tel . +358 3 347 8800 Telefax +358 3 348 5511 E-mail: sales@avanttecno .com www.avanttecno.com...
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