———————————————————————————–——- TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION Warranty Model 500 Vibratory Exciter w/ Power Unit 6 1.2.1 Vibratory Exciter 1.2.2 Diesel Hydraulic Power Unit 1.2.3 Hydraulic Hose Bundle 1.2.4 Hydraulic Clamp Assembly 1.2.5 Remote Control Pendant...
27-30 Movable Jaw Replacement 4.7.1 Exploded View of Parts 4.7.2 Jaw Replacement 4.7.3 Rebuilding the Model 500 Clamp Cylinder 32-33 Operation Connecting the Hydraulic Hoses 5.1.1 Connecting the Hydraulic Hoses between the Power Pack and the Exciter Hydraulic Caisson Beam 5.2.1...
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Hammer Runs At Slow Speed 6.2.7 Excessive Driving Time/Temperature DIAGRAM OF PARTS Exciter Gear Case 7.1.1 Bill of Materials 7.1.2 Exploded View Vibration Suppressor 7.2.1 Bill of Materials 7.2.2 Exploded View Model 500 Universal Sheeting Clamp 7.3.1 Bill of Materials 7.3.2 Exploded View...
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———————————————————————————–——- TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE Model 260-100 Ton Caisson Clamp 7.4.1 Bill of Materials 7.4.2 Exploded View Model 260-Caisson Beam 7.5.1 Bill of Materials 7.5.2 Exploded View Concrete Pile Puller 7.6.1 Bill of Materials 7.6.2 Exploded View Brake Manifold 7.7.1 Bill of Materials 7.7.2...
1.1 Warranty HYDRAULIC POWER SYSTEMS, INC. hereby warrants that the Model 500 is free from defects in material and workmanship attributable to HYDRAU- LIC POWER SYSTEMS, INC. under normal use and service for a period of ninety (90) days from date of delivery of such machine.
It utilizes high-speed directional vibration and customized hydraulic clamping accessories. The Model 500 consists of five main parts: A vibratory exciter, A hydraulic clamp assem- bly suitable for driving or pulling a particular type of pile; A hydraulic hose bundle 150 feet in length;...
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 2-SAFETY 2.1 Important Safety Information Most accidents involving product operation, maintenance and repair are caused by a failure to observe basic safety rules and precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing potentially hazardous situations before the situation occurs. A person must always be alert to potential hazards.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 2-SAFETY-continued The information, specifications, and illustrations in this publication are on the ba- sis of information available at the time it was written. The specifications, pressures, measurements, adjustments, illustrations, and other items can change at any time. These changes can affect the service given to the product. Obtain the complete and most current information before starting any job.
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 2-SAFETY SECTION 2-SAFETY-continued 2.2-Standard Safety Procedures-continued EXTINGUISH ALL OPEN FLAMES INCLUDING CIGARETTES OR OTHER BURNING SUB- STANCES WHILE CHECKING BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL. BATTERIES GIVE OFF FLAM- MABLE FUMES. ELECTROLYTE SOLUTION IS AN ACID. CONTACT WITH EXPOSED SKIN WILL CAUSE SERI- OUS INJURY.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE 4.1-Daily Maintenance 1) Make a “walk-around” inspection of the Power Unit and the Vibratory Exciter. Taking a few minutes to recognize and correct minor discrepancies can prevent major repairs at a later date. 2) Measure the crankcase oil lever. The oil level must be between ADD and FULL marks on the dipstick.
SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE SECTION 2-continued 4.1-Daily Maintenance-continued 12) Upon lifting the 500 Exciter to a free-hanging position, check the level of the gear oil in the sight glass located in the lower left hand corner of the case. Try to position the case as level as possible to achieve the most accurate measure possible.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE-continued 4.2.2-Vibratory Exciter 1) Check the Exciter Case gear lube level for signs of moisture or extreme heat. Re- place if either condition is evident. 2) Replace Gear Oil every 3 months or 100 hours, whichever comes first. 3) Run the Exciter at least once a month to maintain lubrication of pumps, Eccentric Bearings, and other vital parts.
Use the “turn of the nut” method to tighten bolt properly. 5) There are many fasteners available which are not suitable for use with HPSI prod- ucts. Replace with only “American Manufactured” or factory replacement fasteners.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE-continued 4.5-Fluids and Filters Specifications 4.5.1-Lubricants Power Unit Engine Oil-Refer to Caterpillar Operation and Maintenance Manual or engine manufacturers specs. Power Pac Pump Drive Gear Oil-Conoco SAE 85W-140 Hydraulic Oil-Units are shipped with Chevron Clarity AW46, unless otherwise desig- nated by customer.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE-continued 4.6-Disassembly of Exciter Unit Thoroughly steam clean vibratory exciter. Disconnect hydraulic hose bundle from brake valve manifold and hose block. 4.6.1-REMOVE CLAMP HOUSING 1) Remove clamp guard. 2) Remove clamp hoses from case. 3) Remove the 8– 1 3/4” bolts on the clamp. 4.6.2-REMOVE SUSPENSION HOUSING 1) Remove suspension stop bolts and nuts.
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———————————————————————————–——- 4.6-Disassembly of Exciter Unit-continued 4.6.3-DISASSEMBLY OF EXCITER CASE 1) Thoroughly steam clean exciter case before any disassembly or removal of gear case cover or bearing covers. 2) Drain gear lube from exciter case into clean container by removing magnetic plug from bottom of exciter case (approximately 6 gallons).
———————————————————————————–——- 4.6-Disassembly of Exciter Unit-continued 4.6.3-DISASSEMBLY OF EXCITER CASE-continued 8) To remove bearing support sleeves, use bearing sleeve/shaft removal puller (as shown below). 4.6.4-REMOVAL OF ECCENTRIC SHAFTS 1) Attach sleeve/shaft removal tool to threaded end of shaft. Shaft shoulder only al- lows removal from one side of case.
DO NOT REUSE HEATED RACES OR BEARINGS. 4) Remove pinion bearing support sleeve in same manner as eccentric sleeves, by using HPSI puller. Pinion gear must also be supported during removal of pinion bear- ing spacer sleeves and pinion bearings.
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———————————————————————————–——- 4.6-Disassembly of Exciter Unit-continued 4.6.5-REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF ECCENTRIC BEARINGS INTO BEARING SUPPORT SLEEVES-continued 3) Reinstall with new eccentric bearings per factory specification utilizing bearing press. DO NOT INSTALL WITH HAMMER OR MALLET! 4) Visually inspect the gap between the bearing sleeve lip and the outer bearing race to verify bearing is seated properly.
———————————————————————————–——- 4.6-Disassembly of Exciter Unit-continued 4.6.5-REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF ECCENTRIC BEARINGS INTO BEARING SUPORT SLEEVES-continued 5) Replace bearing sleeve o-rings with factory type o-rings only (high tempera- ture). 4.6.6-REASSEMBLY 1) Thoroughly steam clean inside of gear case. Inspect for any loose material inside the box.
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———————————————————————————–——- 4.6-Disassembly of Exciter Unit-continued 4.6.6-REASSEMBLY-continued 3) Reinstall eccentric shaft into original location. 4) Reinstall original shaft spacer sleeve while maintaining shoulder on opposite side tightly against gear/eccentric assembly. 5) Install inner races on shaft. Maintain tightness of shoulders on both ends to obtain proper end play on shaft assembly after final assembly.
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———————————————————————————–——- 4.6-Disassembly of Exciter Unit-continued 4.6.6-REASSEMBLY-continued 7) Backlash between gears is recommended to be .025”. Use of a feeler gauge on at least two sides showing equal backlash, will help verify that all components are round. Consult factory for backlash of less than .023” or greater than .026” for approval. 8) To verify end play on the shaft assembly, use a dial indicator to measure total travel from one side of the case to the other.
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———————————————————————————–——- 4.6-Disassembly of Exciter Unit-continued 4.6.6-REASSEMBLY-continued 9) Install new pinion bearing into pinion bearing sleeve. Replace o-ring. Position pin- ion gear into case. Pull pinion bearing sleeve into case in same manner as eccentric bearing sleeves. 10) Replace pinion bearing cover without gasket to hold bearing in place. 11) Install motor side pinion bearing into case.
NOTE: NEVER REUSE A MOVABLE JAW SHEAR PIN. REPLACE WITH A NEW PIN ANY TIME THE JAW IS REMOVED. 4.7.3-Rebuilding the Model 500 Clamp Cylinder. 1) Remove jaws as outlined in section 4.7.2. 2) Verify that there is NO PRESSURE on the clamp piston. To release the check valve located in the cylinder head of the clamp, loosen the lock nut and turn in the ad- justment screw (clockwise) as far as possible.
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 4-MAINTENANCE CONTINUED 4.7-Movable Jaw Replacement 4.7.3-Rebuilding the Model 500 Clamp Cylinder-continued 6) Steam clean the clamp housing to remove all chance of contamination. 7) Inspect and remove any loose metal. Install new seals into the clamp housing. 8) Clean and replace piston head seals and wear rings.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 5-OPERATION 5.1-Connecting the Hydraulic Hoses 5.1.1-Connection of the Hydraulic Hoses between the Power Pack & Ex- citer 1) The Power Pack must be shut down during the connection of the hydraulic hoses. 2) The Vibrator Exciter and Power Pack are connected with quick-disconnect cou- plers.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 5-OPERATION 5.2-Hydraulic Caisson Beam 5.2.1-Operation of the Hydraulic Locking Plates 1) Ensure that both clamps are in the OPEN position and that the power pack has been shut down; with the clamp circuit in the open or zero pressure mode. 2) Refers to section 7, Diagram of parts 7.5.2 for proper hose routing.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 5-OPERATION 5.3-Pre-start of Power Pack 5.3.1-Power Unit 1) Perform required periodic maintenance before starting the engine. Make a “walk- around” inspection of the power unit. Often it can only take a few moments to correct minor discrepancies which can prevent major repairs at a later date. 2) Measure the crankcase oil level.
Power Unit run for at least 15 minutes prior to starting the exciter. 5.3.2-Vibratory Exciter 1) The Model 500 has been designed to utilize a McKissick P/N S-2140-80 ton lifting shackle for the lifting of the Exciter. It is important that this Shackle is properly in- stalled per the manufacturer’s specifications and instructions, and that all of their...
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7) Upon lifting the 500 Vibratory Exciter to an upright and free-hanging position, check the oil level in the Exciter Gear Box by looking into the glass sight gauge located in the left hand corner of the ex- citer case.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 5-OPERATION-continued 5.4-Starting Units 5.4.1-Power Unit 1) After performing inspections, read the Caterpillar Operation and Maintenance Manual available with your unit. Should this manual not be with the unit, contact your Authorized Factory Representa- tive, H.P.S.I., or your nearest Caterpillar dealer. 2) Do not start the diesel engine if the temperature of the Hydraulic oil is below 0 degrees F.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 5-OPERATION-continued 5.4-Starting Units-continued 5.4.1-Power Unit-continued CAUTION: Close the Clamp Jaws with a steel plate between teeth before running the Exciter in the “Free hanging” position. See Section 5.2.2 for further instructions. CAUTION: DO NOT override the automatic shutdown safety features for Oil Pressure, Water Tem- perature, High Hydraulic Oil Temperature or any other Safety feature on this machine.
5) The 500 Exciter is equipped with a Load Indicator Placard that indicates the maximum allowable pull on the Exciter. There are also “overload stops” to eliminate overloading of the suspension. DO NOT maintain an overload on these stop plates.
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 5-OPERATION-continued 5.5-Stopping Unit-continued CAUTION: Never leave the Vibratory Exciter clamped to a pile unattended by the op- erator and crew for any reason. Although the clamp is protected with a check valve to maintain pressure for short periods of interruptions, it is not designed to maintain pres- sure without the Power Unit providing pressure for any extended length of time.
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2) Start engine and shift main control valve with the exciter disconnected. 3) Slowly turn in relief while watching drive pressure gauge. Relief setting for Model 500 is 5000 P.S.I. 4) When you have reached the proper setting of relief, lock the lock nut and locking...
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 5-OPERATION 5.6-Setting System Relief Valves and Pressures-continued 5.6.2-Drive Pressure Relief-continued PUMP CLAMP PRESSURE FLOW ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT 5.6.3-Clamp Pump Pressure To make the compensator adjustment, it is necessary for the clamp pressure relief valve to be set first. 1) Shut down unit. 2) Turn adjustment knob of the clamp relief valve located on the hydraulic manifold OUT 3 turns.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 5-OPERATION 5.6-Setting System Relief Valves and Pressures-continued 5.6.4-Setting Clamp Pump Flow The best way to set the flow is with the aid of a flow meter. However, the flow can be set by turning the adjustment IN 3 to 3 1/2 turns after the adjusting screw comes in contact with spring. This will give about 11-12 G.P.M.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 6-TROUBLESHOOTING-continued 6.1-Power Unit 6.1.1-Engine Will Not Start-continued 5) Oil pressure too low—Check oil level. 6) Hot hydraulic oil shutdown—if engine has shut down during hard driving, high hy- draulic oil temperatures may have activated the safety shutdown of the Diesel Engine. Allow the unit to cool for several minutes before attempting to restart.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 6-TROUBLESHOOTING-continued 6.2.2-Specific Functions of Remote Pendant Do Not Operate Properly 1) Check air supply to Remote Pendant—Verify that pressure is available to the air hose manifold in the Power Pac. 2) Verify that air pressure is present at the inlet port of the valve which is not function- ing.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 6-TROUBLESHOOTING-continued 3) Check Remote Pendant and air connections as outlined in 6.2.1. CAUTION: TO RELEASE THE PRESSURE CAPTURED INSIDE THE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER, CAREFULLY LOOSEN THE LOCK NUT ON THE RELIEF VALVE (PART #33047, ON THE MODEL 300 CLAMP CYLINDER, EXPLODED DIAGRAM PAGE.) NEXT SCREW IN THE STEM WITH AN ALLEN WRENCH UNTIL IT IS AS TIGHT AS POSSIBLE.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 6-TROUBLESHOOTING-continued 6.2.6-Hammer Runs At Slow Speed 1) Check faucet valves located on the hydraulic manifold. Verify that they are in the CLOSED position. THESE VALVES ARE ONLY FOR THE RELEASE OF PRES- SURE ON THE SYSTEM DURING THE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF THE QUICK DISCONNECTS.
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 6-TROUBLESHOOTING-continued 6.2.8-Excessive Driving Time/Temperature 1) There are two types of heat generated during pile driving/extracting with vibratory hammer. In very cohesive soil, it is not uncommon to see the drive pressure or the machine raise to its relief valve setting during pulling or driving. As the relief valve is opened the speed of the gearbox is decreased over the reduction of hydraulic oil to the hydraulic motor.
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 7-DIAGRAM OF PARTS-continued 7.4-Model 500-100 Ton Caisson Clamp 7.4.1-Bill of Materials ITEM QUANTITY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 33097 Caisson Clamp Housing only 33130 100 Ton Clamp Piston 33110 Movable Jaw 33101 Fixed Jaw 33044 1” x 5” Sockethead Capscrew...
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 7-DIAGRAM OF PARTS-continued 7.4-Model 500-100 Ton Caisson Clamp 7.4.2-Model 500-100 Ton Caisson Clamp-Exploded View...
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 7-DIAGRAM OF PARTS-continued 7.9-Power Unit Replacement Parts 7.9.2-Power Unit Replacement Parts-Exploded View...
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 7-DIAGRAM OF PARTS-continued 7.10-500 Remote Control Pendant 7.10.1-Bill of Materials ITEM QUANTITY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 33191 Remote Pendant Complete w/ Logic 33228 Throttle Control Assembly 33230 On/Off Switch Only 33222 Clamp Button Kit 33231 Air Valve Body 33390...
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 7-DIAGRAM OF PARTS-continued 7.10-500 Remote Control Pendant 7.10.2-500 Remote Control Pendant-Exploded View...
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 7-DIAGRAM OF PARTS-continued 7.11-Hydraulic Schematic-Model 500 Vibro Hammer & Power Pack 7.11.1-Bill of Materials ITEM QUANTITY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 33442 Hydraulic Reservoir 33460 Tubing Skid/50 Gallon Tank 33445 Enclosure 33257 4” Suction Strainer 00367 5” Shut-Off Valve 00878...
———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 7-DIAGRAM OF PARTS-continued 7.12-Air Schematic-Remote Control & Pendant-Vibro Power Pack 7.12.1-Bill of Materials ITEM QUANTITY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 33223 Aro Not Element 59387 Aro Base 33224 Aro Flip Flop Element 33391 Aro Base 33225 Aro Adjustment Pulse Element 33391 Aro Base 33222...
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 7-DIAGRAM OF PARTS-continued 7.12-Air Schematic-Remote Control & Pendant-Vibro Power Pack 7.12.1-Exploded View...
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 8-PLACARDS AND SAFETY SIGNS CLAMP NO. 2 DIESEL FUEL MOBIL AW 46 CHARGE...
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 8-PLACARDS AND SAFETY SIGNS-CONTINUED FUEL TANK DO NOT WELD MAX PULL 45 TON...
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 8-PLACARDS AND SAFETY SIGNS-CONTINUED DANGER DO NOT STAND UNDER- NEATH OR WITHIN 20 FEET OF OPERATING EQUIPMENT UNLESS MACHINERY IS TURNED OFF AND SE- CURED. FAILURE TO OBEY WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 8-PLACARDS AND SAFETY SIGNS CONTINUED CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Diesel engine exhaust and some of its con- stituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other re- productive harm. MADE IN AMERICA...
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———————————————————————————–——- SECTION 8-PLACARDS AND SAFETY SIGNS-CONTINUED BEFORE STARTING 1. CHECK TO MAKE SURE MAIN HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR VALVE IS IN THE “ON” POSITION OR “DOWN” POSITION. PUMP DAMAGE WILL RESULT IF ENGINE IS STARTED WHEN CLOSED. 2. CLOSE “PRESSURE BLEED-OFF” FAUCET VALVES, (4) LOCATED ON TOP OF HYDRAULIC MANIFOLD.
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