Table of contents 1. Introduction 5. Installation 1.1. Purpose of the user and maintenance instruction manual 1 5.1. Moving and handling 1.2. Safekeeping of the instruction manual 5.2. Storage 1.3. Updating the instruction manual 5.3. Coupling check 1.4. Who is this manual intended for? 5.4. Mounting the attachment 1.5.
The manual must be stored correctly and kept where it may be readily consulted when using the attachment with the operating machine. The company Hydraram may not be held liable in the following cases: •...
1.2. Safekeeping of the instruction manual The manual must be stored carefully and kept together with the attachment whenever the latter changes hands throughout its working life. The manual will last longer if it is handled carefully with clean hands and not placed on dirty surfaces.
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OPERATOR AREA stopped, etc., the condition of the safety devices The area where the operator must work during on the operating machine, such as safety devices normal use of the attachment. enabled, safety devices disabled, emergency stop button pressed, power source insulation type, etc. DANGER ZONE An area inside and/or near the attachment where RESIDUAL HAZARD...
1.6. Copyright The copyright of this manual is the property of Hydraram. This manual is intended for use by operating and maintenance personnel. It contains instructions and technical diagrams that may not be copied, in whole or in part, distributed or examined by unauthorised persons for competitive purposes or divulged to any other third party.
Each attachment is identified by a CE plate indelibly marked with all the relevant machine information Always provide this information when contacting Hydraram or the customer service centre. The plate is secured to the attachment in a protected position where it is easy to read. This position may vary depending on the model.
Hydaram guarantees that all products are free from material or manufacturing defects. Under the terms of this warranty, Hydraram’s responsibilities are limited to the repair or replacement with a similar part at the company’s plant, on condition that the product is returned within 8 days of the date on which the defect is detected, and provided the defect is correctly identified by photographs or the product is returned with all shipping expenses prepaid.
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Hydraram, the company is unable to intervene promptly in the aftermath of breakdown or fault condition, the customer shall be responsible for any further deterioration or damages resulting from the continued use of the Hydraram products. Any such additional damage is not included in the terms of the warranty.
3. Safety 3.1. General precautions Operator safety is one of the manufacturer’s main concerns. When designing and manufacturing a new attachment, we attempt to foresee all possible danger situations and, naturally, to adopt suitable safety measures, paying particular attention to operations that are especially hazardous. The manufacturer may not be held liable for the consequences of any failure to adhere to the safety and accident prevention instructions set out in this manual.
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It is, however, extremely important to adhere scrupulously to the following instructions: • It is strictly forbidden to operate the attachment with the fixed protection panels removed; • It is strictly forbidden to inhibit or bypass the safety devices installed on the attachment; •...
Make sure that there are no objects between the parts of the attachment. After any maintenance work, check that there are no objects remaining between moving parts. To guarantee maximum safety when transporting the attachment, it is FORBIDDEN: • To tamper with any part of the attachment; •...
3.4. Safety indications relating to use of the attachment Overhead working may result in falling debris or blocks of material. Make sure that the machine the attachment is installed on has the necessary protections for performing this type of work and that the cab has falling object protective structures (FOPS). •...
IMPORTANT! Hydraram declines all liability for any accidents, injuries to personnel or damage to property resulting from the failure to adhere to the general safety instructions and the standards set out in this document.
Operator Areas: These are the areas in which the operator must work during normal operation of the attachment. The “operator areas” are considered potentially dangerous areas. In these areas, which are indicated on the following diagram, the operator should pay the maximum attention while working to protect the well-being of persons close by;...
Symbol Description Symbol Description “Greasing points” “Oil input” Indicates the points to be lubricated. Power/rotation oil inlet. “Oil return” “Rotation direction” Power/rotation oil outlet Direction in which the attachment must rotate “Drainage” “Lifting points” Overflow point for excess oil. Use the indicated points when handling and moving the attachment 3.8. Safety pictograms In the manual various pictogram may be used to indicate warnings regarding DANGER, PROHIBITION and...
3.9. Residual risks A residual risk is a hazard that cannot be completely eliminated through design and protective techniques or a potential hazard that is not obvious. Hazard: crushing/cutting limbs Hazard: ejected oil Possibility/location of hazard Possibility/location of hazard When assembling disassembling or performing When assembling/disassembling or performing maintenance on the attachment there is a risk of maintenance on the hydraulic components of the...
4. Description of the attachment 4.1. Description of the attachment The MK Series Multiprocessorr is an attachment that has been designed and constructed by Hydraram. It is a functional and versatile attachment designed to handle a variety of work (demolition, crushing, cutting scrap and metal profiles).
WARNING! The attachment is NOT suitable for use in environments that are: • Explosive. • Corrosive. • Subject to high fire risk. 4.3. Attachment technical data Base body Pulverizer kit Universal kit Combi kit Steel kit Demolition kit Tankshear kit - 17 -...
5. Installation 5.1. Moving and handling The attachment may be shipped on wooden beams or pallets, or in a crate, depending on the destination and the customer’s request. Lifting the attachment in its packaging using cables and a gantry crane or a forklift truck. The attachment unloading, lifting and handling operations must be carried out by personnel qualified to operate lifting equipment.
WARNING! The manufacturer may not be held liable for personal injuries or damage to property in the event that lifting systems other than those described are used. IMPORTANT When the attachment arrives, the user must check it for any damage (breakage or significant dents) that may have occurred during shipping or unloading.
5.4. Mounting the attachment Mounting begins with the attachment supported stably on the ground with the operating machine’s engine stopped and parking brakes engaged. If the attachment is supplied without the operating machine fitting, it is the customer/operator’s responsibility to provide for the application of a suitable connection fitting corresponding to the characteristics of the operating machine.
5.5. Use on construction cranes The range of possible applications for the MK Series hydraulic demolition attachments includes installation on construction cranes. Below is a list of operating systems, rules and requirements that must be respected when using the attachment in this way.
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TECHNICAL CONNECTION SPECIFICATIONS Hydraulic connections Attachment Operating machine Leistung Rotation Dränage MK SERIES optional optional optional L 10 1/2” 1/2” S 16 1/4” 1/4” MK-7 (24x1.5) (16x1.5) MK-10 3/4” 3/4” S 25 3/8” 3/8” S 16 MK-13 (36x2) (24x1.5) MK-15 1”...
The operating machine output pressure and flow rate must always conform to the requirements of the attachment in use (see 4.3. Technical Specifications). If this is not possible, the system must be equipped with reduction valves (contact the manufacturer of the operating machine or a specialized workshop). Do not use the attachment without check that the pressure and oil flow of the operating machine are those required.
• Remove the safety system from the pins (screws, cotter pins, etc.) and slide them out. • Switch the operating machine on and move the arm so as to extract it from the fitting on the attachment, making sure that there are no personnel in the immediate vicinity of the work area. •...
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2. Loosen the screws (A). 3. Remove the flange (B). 4. Extract the pin (D). 5. To facilitate easy removal, place the kit onto a compact surface (S) as shown in the diagram. 6. Push the cylinder closing control (C) so it goes in just enough to release the moveable jaw (P);...
10. At this point use the operating machine movements to release the kit from the rear coupling as shown in the diagram, and then from the retaining hooks. 11. This completes the uncoupling procedure. 6.2.2. Coupling procedure To facilitate the coupling procedure, place the kit on a compact surface (S) as shown in the diagram.
5. Turn screw (F) until pins (G) in the kit protrude fully into the hole on the frame On models with a fixed pin, insert the pin directly. 6. Screw plug (E) onto the pin. On models with a fixed pin, assemble the respective pin lock provided.
6.7. Dismantling When dismantling the attachment, the plastic parts must be separated and sent to the appropriate collection centre, in conformity with the applicable legislation. As for the metal elements of the attachment, it is sufficient to separate the steel pieces from those made of other metals or alloys, so they can be correctly sent for recycling by fusion.
7.3. Regular maintenance Regular maintenance must be carried out by a mechanic and includes inspections and checks intended to monitor the state of the attachment. The machine must be isolated for maintenance. Daily Maintenance Visual inspection of the structure of the attachment to find any faults (specifically the saddle connections between the attachment and the operating machine).
Operation Interval Every 8 hours Check that the screws of the slew ring are not loose or damaged. Every 8 hours Check that the screws holding the interchangeable teeth and knives are not loosened or damaged. Check the play between the pins and bushings of the saddle Every 40 hours connection (if the play is greater than 0.6 mm, replace the bushings or pin).
Interval Operation Adjusting blades (in event of excessive play). Replacing worn blades. When necessary Rotating the blades (in event of worn profile). Restoring the anti-wear material. 7.5.1. Checking and replacing the interchangeable teeth This chapter applies to kits that feature interchangeable teeth. The use of bolted interchangeable teeth for the attachment is dictated by the need to replace the bits that are inevitably worn during demolition directly on site, thus avoiding having to send the worn bits to the workshop.
7.5.2. Adjusting and replacing the blades The chapters that follow describe the operations to be performed on the attachment when it is necessary to adjust or replace components subject to wear (due to normal use when cutting materials). Components subject to adjustment and/or wear: (A) Female jaw (B) Primary lower blade (C) Secondary lower blade...
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Replacement procedure: • If the play remains excessive, even when all the shims provided (L) have been used, and after having rotated it, the guide blade (E) must be replaced. • Remove the worn guide blade and all the shims by loosening the screws. •...
Replacement procedure: • If the play remains excessive, despite using all the shims provided (F and G) and after having rotated them, it is necessary to replace the blades (B, C, X and Y). • Remove the worn guide blade and all the shims by loosening the locking screws. •...
7.5.4. Table of lubricants We have checked the compatibility of the greases shown in the table with the materials used for spacers and gaskets and consider them suitable for use in the bearings. For this reason, if the user wishes to use lubricants differing from those shown here they must obtain confirmation from the supplier or maker that the selected lubricant is suitable for use and that its specifications are at least equivalent to those of the products listed in the table.
7.5.5. Tightening the screws Tightening must be performed exclusively by specialised technicians using a torque wrench and applying the torque values indicated in the table Tightening Torques and Stresses. The screws may only be re- tightened once, after which they must be replaced. The table below applies to nuts and triangular-profile screws with large pitch metric threads as a function of their UNI strength class.
7.5.6. Anti-wear material Periodically, check the state of deterioration of the claws on the attachment and replace the anti-wear material when necessary. The material must be applied in accordance with the instructions below. WARNING! • Before replacing the material, carefully remove any paint residues to avoid releasing toxic vapours.
7.6. Diagnostics and troubleshooting General requirements In the event of an attachment malfunction, request a specialised technician to carry out a troubleshooting investigation on it or call the manufacturer’s technical support service. Possible cause Possible solution Problem The operating machine is not Check the pressures on the ...
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Possible cause Possible solution Problem There is material between the cutting Remove the material stuck between blades that prevents them from the blades with a blowtorch, and The jaw is blocked opening. then restore the adjustments. Operating machine pressure not Adjust the pressure of the operating ...
Always use original replacement parts. We strongly advise against the use of non-original parts and, in the event non-original spare parts are use Hydraram may not be held responsible for the consequences of resulting breakages, malfunctions, injuries to personnel or damage to property. In addition, in such cases, the guarantee will be rendered null and void (if still valid).
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