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POST
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Date Purchased:
Model #:
9MBDPD2457674
Manual #:
Operator's Manual
Blue Diamond Attachments
4512 Anderson Road
Knoxville, TN 37918
Tel: (888) 376-7027
E-mail: info@bluediamondattachments.com
Website: www.bluediamondattachments.com
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Fax: (865) 246-2007

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  • Page 1 Failure to follow these 9MBDPD2457674 instructions can result in injury or Manual #: death. Operator’s Manual WARNING Blue Diamond Attachments 4512 Anderson Road Knoxville, TN 37918 Tel: (888) 376-7027 Fax: (865) 246-2007 Si no entiende ingles, se prefiere que E-mail: info@bluediamondattachments.com busque a alguien que interprete las Website: www.bluediamondattachments.com...
  • Page 2 Blue Diamond assumes no liability for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Blue Diamond reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit. This manual describes the state of this product at the time of its publication and may not reflect the product in the future.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Please read this manual thoroughly! Before you assemble, install, operate, maintain, service, remove, or move your Blue Diamond Post Driver, read this manual thoroughly. If there is anything you do not understand, immediately contact your dealer, or call our factory direct at (888) 376-7027.

  • Page 4: Safety

    Is instructed in safe and proper use • The Post Driver is designed to be operated from the vehicle seat. Keep bystanders away from the work area. Do not operate with another person in contact with any part of the Post Driver.
  • Page 5 Electrocution can occur without direct contact. • The Post Driver must be securely latched to the vehicle. Ensure both locking handles are in the locked position with pins fully seated. An improperly latched Post Driver can fall without warning. •...
  • Page 6 • Do not modify the attachment. Modifications may weaken the integrity of the attachment and may impair the safety, function, life, and performance of the Post Driver. • When making repairs or servicing the Post Driver, use only parts that meet original (continued) equipment manufacturer's standards and requirements.

  • Page 7: Decals & Safety Signs

    Decals & The Post Driver comes equipped with all safety signs in place. Their locations are shown in this section. Read and follow their instructions and ensure their care: Safety Signs • Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.
  • Page 8 Decals & Safety Signs (continued) PART NO. DIG22 Location: Unit, top PART NO. 20673 Location: Unit, rear Model No. & Serial No. Location: Unit, rear PART NO. DIG23 Location: Unit, rear PART NO. DIG5 Location: Unit, left side PART NO. PHDC6 Location: Unit, inside rear PART NO.

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications Operator's Manual Direction Terminology Front Right Left Rear 100100 100105 100110 100120 Post Driver Post Driver Post Driver Post Driver w/ Tilt & w/ Grapple w/ Tilt Grapple Overall Width (A) 45.5" Overall Length (B) 25" 25.5" Overall Height (C) 64"...

  • Page 10: Hydraulic Requirements

    This feature can be obtained by connecting two external relief valves between the main lines running from the control valve to the Post Driver in such a way that high pressure in either line will be relieved to the other line.

  • Page 11: Assembly & Installation

    Remove the retention pin from the top of the case. Insert a hook into the lifting shoes, gloves, and ear plugs are recommended eye located on the top of the weight. Lift the weight out of the Post Driver with a during assembly, hoist, forklift, or another vehicle. Set the weight on the ground.
  • Page 12 Assembly & STEP 2: Raise the Post Driver slightly, and latch the parking stand into the upright position. Installation (continued) WARNING Keep hands, feet, hair, Route the hydraulic hoses through the quick attach plate hose holder, and connect STEP 3: jewelry, and clothing the hydraulic hoses to the vehicle's auxiliary hydraulics.

  • Page 13: Operation

    STEP 1: Without the Grapple, the Post Driver requires a second person to position the post. during assembly, This person will set the post at the desired location and grasp the post securely, installation, operation, making sure his hands are at least 30 inches (30") from the top of the post.
  • Page 14 Never allow anyone under the attachment at any time. STEP 3: Lower the Post Driver onto the top of the post, ensuring the post is inside of the Do not allow riders on the lower portion of the Post Driver. Continue lowering the Post Driver until the strike equipment at any time.
  • Page 15 Raise the loader arms until the bottom of the post is above the ground. removal, or movement of the attachment. STEP 5: Position the post in the desired location and lower the Post Driver until the post is inside the lower portion of the Post Driver. WARNING STEP 6:...
  • Page 16 Raise the loader arms until the bottom of the post is above the ground. operator's full attention. Avoid distractions such STEP 6: Position the post in the desired location and lower the Post Driver until the post is as radio headphones, inside the lower portion of the Post Driver. cell phones, etc. while operating.

  • Page 17: Removal & Storage

    (continued) When stopping the Post Driver, the weight catch should be visible through the NOTE viewing slots on the back of the case. Never stop the Post Driver with the weight partially raised. WARNING Carry the load low. A heavy load can cause instability of the vehicle.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Ensure tilt and grapple mechanisms can move Tilt or Grapple obstruction freely. Cylinder damaged Contact Blue Diamond For additional assistance, please call your dealer or contact Blue Diamond direct: Tel: (888) 376-7027 Fax: (865) 246-2007 E-mail: info@bluediamondattachments.com...

  • Page 19: Maintenance & Lubrication

    CAUTION removal, or movement of the attachment. When making repairs or servicing the Post Driver, use only parts that meet original equipment manufacturer's standards and requirements. Maintenance Interval Inspect the attachment for any damage, worn parts, or Before each use cracked welds.
  • Page 20 Maintenance & Lubrication (continued) Lubrication Points Drive Chain Bearing - 1 Zerk Tilt Pivot Boss (Tilt only) - 1 Zerk Chain Sprocket Shaft - 1 Zerk Add multi-purpose grease until Add multi-purpose grease until Add multi-purpose grease until grease emerges grease emerges grease emerges Every...

  • Page 21: Service

    Remove the retention pin from the top of the case. Insert a hook into the lifting the attachment. eye located on the top of the weight. Lift the weight out of the Post Driver with a hoist, forklift, or another vehicle. Set the weight on the ground.
  • Page 22 When stopping the Post Driver, the weight catch should be visible through the DANGER NOTE upper viewing slots on the back of the case. Never stop the Post Driver with the weight partially raised. If you do, the strike plate may fall out. Never allow anyone under...

  • Page 23: Torque Values Chart

    Torque Values Chart Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification 10.9 Bolt Size Bolt Size (inches) Grade 2 Grade 8 (Metric) Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 Grade 5 in tpi ft.-lbs. ft.-lbs. ft.-lbs. mm x pitch ft.-lbs. ft.-lbs.

  • Page 24: Parts

    Parts = Safety Sign Location...
  • Page 25 Parts REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 10195 Toplock Nut (1/4" 20) (continued) 21056 1/4" Flat Washer 21055 Bolt (1/4" 20 x 1") 21137 Hydraulic Manifold 2178 3/8" Flat Washer 21157 Bolt (3/8" 16 x 1") 21148 Grapple Spring 200002 Foot 21062 Grapple Assembly...
  • Page 26 Parts REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. Drive Assembly 200025 Connecting Link 200030 Chain Pin = Safety Sign Location 200020 Roller Chain #80, 1" Pitch 200040 Catch Weight 21126 Socket Head Bolt (1/2" 13 x 2") 200000 Hydraulic Motor 21281 Woodruff Key 21114 Upper Sprocket Shaft Assembly...
  • Page 27 Parts Hydraulics = Safety Sign Location REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 10040 45° Elbow 21142 Motor-Manifold Hydraulic Hose 21141 #6 O-ring Plug 10049 Female Coupler 21139 Vehicle-Manifold Hydraulic Hose 10048 Male Coupler 21155 Vehicle-Manifold Hydraulic Hose...
  • Page 28 Parts Tilt Hydraulics = Safety Sign Location REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 21145 Vehicle-Diverter Hydraulic Hose 224020 Female Coupler 224021 Male Coupler 21164 Diverter-Cylinder Hydraulic Hose 200064 Restrictor 21153 #10 O-ring #6 JIC Fitting 200060 Hydraulic Cylinder 200051 Diverter Valve 200050 Diverter Valve Solenoid 200052...
  • Page 29 Parts Grapple Hydraulics = Safety Sign Location REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 21140 #6 O-ring 1/4" Pipe Elbow 21144 Manifold-Grapple Hydraulic Hose 21143 Manifold-Grapple Hydraulic Hose...
  • Page 30 Parts Grapple = Safety Sign Location REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 21063 Case 200006 Rue Clip 21073 Left Jaw 21077 Clevis Pin 21070 Right Jaw 21134 Clevis Pin 21167 Hydraulic Cylinder...
  • Page 31 Parts Tilt Opposite end wire connection. Opposite end wire connection. = Safety Sign Location REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 21108 Flange Bolt (5/8" 11 x 1-1/4", Gr. 8) 21107 5/8" Large Flat Washer 200006 Rue Clip 21100 Tilt Bracket 21134 Clevis Pin 21106...

  • Page 32: Accessories

    Accessories Wiring Harness Options Blue Diamond takes care to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this manual. We assume no liability for errors contained herein. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that all of the products are correct before installation. Proper assembly always requires that the installer use all instructions and safety procedures.
  • Page 33 Horseshoe Strike Plate in keeping the post centered and reduces wear and tear on the machine. Makes grappling of post more challenging. Works best when using a helper to position post in the Post Driver. Will not work with T-post adapter. Tilt PN 21005 - May be added to any base model machine for tilt up to 20°...
  • Page 34 Any parts or labor required to repair or replace parts not covered under this warranty will be charged to the customer. Parts repaired or replaced by Blue Diamond are then covered by this warranty only for the remainder of the original warranty as if such parts were original parts.

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