Table of contents GENERAL INFORMATION ......................... 3 ............................. 3 ESCRIPTION ..........................3 ERMS AND CONDITIONS ..........................3 ARRANTY OF QUALITY ..............................3 RAINING ............................3 EDISTRIBUTION ............................. 4 MARKING ..............................4 PTIONS SAFETY REQUIREMENTS ........................... 5 ....................5 ABLE OF SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONARY TERMS ......................
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..........................25 ANUAL OPERATION PREPARING FOR TRANSPORT ......................... 27 MAINTENANCE ............................29 ........................... 29 AINTENANCE INTERVAL .......................... 30 AINTENANCE SUMMARY ............................31 PARE PARTS ............................31 ONSUMABLES .......................... 32 AINTENANCE ACTIVITIES ........................... 32 YDRAULIC SYSTEM ............................36 UEL SYSTEM ........................... 37 LECTRICAL SYSTEM ..........................
Netherlands. Warranty of quality A warranty of two years applies on all by Geomil Equipment delivered materials, provided the maintenance of the CPT push frame is conform to the maintenance schedule assigned to Geomil Equipment.
Any alterations made by the owner, to this machine as delivered, immediately invalidates the CE marking. Without the CE marking all warranties applied and responsibilities by Geomil Equipment BV are invalidated. In case the owner wants alterations to be implemented on the machine, a written request must be handed over to Geomil Equipment BV.
Safety requirements Table of safety and precautionary terms Information Additional information for the user. Attention A note with additional information for the user. Alerts the user to potential problems. Caution The product could be in danger. This signifies possible damage to the product if the user does not carefully comply with the procedures.
High-risk situations 2.3.1 Levelling Stay away from the levelling jacks while levelling. Level and lower the crawler evenly. Never extend or retract the levelling jacks one by one. 2.3.2 Driving the crawler Stay away from the tracks while (un-)loading and driving the crawler. ...
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2.3.6 Noise level Max. noise level 72 dBa (measured at the work area). When working for more than 3 hours per day at 83 dBa, wear hearing protection. Never let the engine run in a closed area. 2.3.7 Other possible situations ...
Transport Transport on flatbed truck It is advised to transport the crawler on a flatbed truck. Make sure to properly secure the crawler during transport with appropriate lashing means. Only use the 4 lashing points on the far edges of the crawler (SWL = 8 mT)! Unloading the crawler ...
Loading the crawler Always use the remote control to drive the crawler. Make sure to keep a safe distance while driving the crawler (at least 1m). While driving the crawler it is prohibited for any person(s) to be present in the work cabin.
Safety circuit The crawler is equipped with a safety circuit. The safety circuit consists of: 1 emergency switch on the remote control (Fig. 53 CW, item 5) 1 emergency switch on the control cabinet (Fig. 53 DS, item 20) ...
Pull out the switch to release Fig. 53 DS, item 20 Press an emergency switch to deactivate Rotate the switch clockwise to Fig. 53 DS, item 20 the machine. release After pressing an emergency switch, release as described above and start up the system as during a normal start-up.
Remote control With the crawler a remote control (Fig. 53 CW) is supplied. The controller works as a radio controlled control (or can work with a cable attached). Driving the crawler is only possible by using the remote control. Other functions, such as adjustment of engine RPM and levelling are installed on the control cabinet. The remote control is equipped with an electronic output adjustment.
Activating the remote control Step Action Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item Unlock emergency switch on remote Turn clockwise 53 CW Press activation switch 53 CW Activation light is lit 53 CW Deactivation of remote control Step Action Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item Press emergency switch on remote Press to activate 53 CW...
De-activation of wired remote control Step Action Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item Press emergency switch on remote Press to activate 53 CW Activation light is dimmed 53 CW Disconnect remote control cable from Disconnect from Scanreco remote control left side of Scanreco Disconnect remote control cable from control cabinet located inside the...
Control Cabinet The crawler is equipped with a control cabinet (Fig. 53 DE) and consists of the following parts: Explanation Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item Top control panel 53 DR Levelling gauge 53 DR Front control panel 53 DR In this chapter a short explanation is given of the control cabinet functions. Top control panel Explanation Information...
Front control panel Explanation Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item Battery charger Scanreco 53 DT Battery charger on / off 53 DT Main circuit breaker 53 DT S53-053 Panther 16 of 53...
Alarms and warnings System 7.1.1 Emergency switch Step Action Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item An emergency switch is activated On remote 53 CW control Driving process is disabled To continue: Step Action Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item Unlock emergency switch Pull out 53 CW 7.1.2 Hydraulic oil level...
The limits regarding oil temperature depend on the hydraulic oil type; the standard setting is oil type VG46, of which the operating temperatures are displayed below. If another oil type is used, please contact Geomil Equipment BV to change the oil temperature settings. Oil temperature No warnings;...
System start-up and shutdown Start-up To start-up the system, operate as follows: Step Action Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item Set main circuit breaker to ‘ON’ 53 DT position Horizontal ‘OFF’ position Vertical ‘ON’ position Activate main power switch 53 DS Shutdown Before system shutdown, check the following: Step...
Engine Engine controls The engine is controlled using a Deepsea E400 control unit (Fig. 53 DU), which is located on the control cabinet (Fig. 53 DR). Make sure all hydraulic controls are in neutral position before starting the engine The engine can be started as follows: Step Condition Information...
10 Driving the crawler Always use the remote control to drive the crawler. Make sure to keep a safe distance while driving the crawler (at least 1 m). While driving the crawler it is prohibited for any person(s) to be present in the work cabin.
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The crawler has two driving speeds, fast (hare) and slow (snail). “Fast” is used for driving in straight lines and on hardened surfaces when the need for torque is limited. “Slow” is used for turning on soft surfaces when the need for torque is high.
11 Levelling the crawler The crawler can be levelled with the control cabinet. Levelling the crawler with the control cabinet When levelling the crawler with the control cabinet make sure the levelling jacks are clear of obstacles No persons are allowed in the direct vicinity of the crawler during levelling In case anything goes wrong during the ‘LEVELLING’...
12 Preparing for CPT Before preparing the crawler for CPT, check the following: Step Condition Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item System is active Refer to chapter The engine is running Refer to chapter The crawler is levelled Refer to chapter Then operate as follows: Step Action Information...
13 CPT/pulling Manual operation NEVER put your hand or fingers inside the bridge in reach of the clamp in order to prevent serious injuries. In case anything goes wrong during manual operation: Release the joystick Process is halted immediately 53 DS 2, 3 Use the joystick to continue Joystick down: CPT push...
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13.1.2 Pulling Pulling the CPT tubes After the CPT operation has ended, the tubes should be withdrawn as soon as possible. Otherwise the increasing shaft friction could make pulling the tubes impossible. Pull the tubes after reaching the desired depth, or when an alarm (e.g. overload alarm) is displayed on the computer screen.
14 Preparing for transport Before preparing for transport, check the following: Step Condition Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item System is active Refer to chapter Engine is running Refer to chapter Then operate as follows to remove the support tube with cone: Step Action Information...
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Operate as follows to drive the crawler: Check if the remote control is active Press and hold to 53 CW activate Activation light is lit 53 CW Check if the engine is running Refer to chapter Increase the engine rpm’s 53 DM Hare, rpm up;...
15 Maintenance Perform a daily visual inspection. Never use force when assembling or disassembling. Repair any possible mechanical damages suffered and remove dirt from all moving parts. Ensure that all CPT material (cones, tubes, and rods) remains operational. After use, clean them thoroughly and lubricate them well.
Maintenance summary Activity Refer to: Maintenance interval Clean/ tidy up working cabin and CPT push Daily frame Visual inspection of working cabin, CPT push Daily frame and outside of crawler. Check for leaks, breaks, loose components etc. Visual inspection of engine compartment, check Weekly for leaks, breaks, loose components etc.
Spare parts When ordering spare parts, please state: 1. Product 2. Serial number 3. Part number 4. Figure number Consumables Part description Part number Brand Brand number Hydraulic oil 7010000046 BARTRAN HV 46 Teflon oil 9703020301 Interflon Fin Lube EP Ball bearing grease 9703020306 SHELL...
Maintenance activities 15.5.1 Engine Maintenance of the engine in accordance with the JCB instructions. When ordering spare parts, state the serial number. The serial number can be found on the engine in the vicinity of the dipstick. 15.5.2 Undercarriage Maintenance of the undercarriage in accordance with the IVA JOHANN instructions. When ordering spare parts, state the serial number.
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Replace the filter element Only use HYDAC ELF filter elements! Replacement filter (element): 2022100332 – ELF P7 F 3 W Close the fill hatch 15.6.2 Return line filter To replace the return line filter elements: Step Action Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item Check if the engine is not running Refer to chapter...
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15.6.3 The hydraulic oil Every 1000 working hours, take hydraulic oil samples and replace the hydraulic oil when necessary. (See chapter Technical specifications for more information). Never start the engine with an empty hydraulic oil tank Caution: Hydraulic oil can be hot! Always check if oil temperature is at an acceptable level (<...
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(Re)fill the oil tank as follows: Step Action Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item Open the square fill hatch on top of the Remove the bolts power pack housing Open the tank breather filter Turn counter 53 CT clockwise Fill the oil tank with oil Use only recommended oils!
Fuel system To refill the fuel tank Step Action Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item Check if the engine is not running Refer to chapter Open back door * of the power pack Insert key and housing, as seen from the back of the unlock, pull out crawler handle and turn...
Electrical system The electrical system of the crawler is for the majority of components maintenance free. 15.8.1 Fuses and relays The crawler is equipped with fuses and relays to protect and control the electrical system (see fig. 53 DH). In case of malfunction or electrical power failure it is possible to reset the fuses by flipping the switch upward.
Snaptite PL The Snaptite PL (push-lock) spring should be replaced when required (spring broken or losing spring force). To replace the Snaptite PL follow the following procedure: Step Action Information Remark(s) Fig. Switch/item Carefully extend the bellows by Use the CPT lever 53 DS raising the Push frame for better control...
16 Practical suggestions Before driving off Make sure that the CPT push frame, the bellows construction and the levelling jacks have been fully retracted. Maintenance Never perform welding work on the oil tank while the reservoir is filled with oil. If the tank has to be welded, drain the oil.
18 Appendices Technical specifications 18.1.1 Push frame 200kN Subject Details Capacity Maximum pushing capacity: 200 kN Maximum pulling capacity: 250 kN Hydraulic cylinders 2 double-acting cylinders bore ø 100 mm push frame piston rod ø 70 mm stroke 1150 mm working area bottom side 71.4 cm piston side 40 cm...
Figures figure No. Subject Recommended oils 53 DR Control cabinet 53 DS Control cabinet top panel 53 DT Control cabinet front panel 53 CW Remote control 53 DU Deepsea E400 Panther Classic 50 AA CPT push frame 50 Y Support tube placement procedure 50 Z Mudwiper tube preparation 53 U...
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BIOHYD SE - S - 32 THIS DRAWING IS PROPERTY OF GEOMIL EQUIPMENT BV ( GME ). ANY DISCLOSURE, TRANSFER, USE AND/OR REPRODUCTION OF THIS DRAWING, OR THE DESIGN HEREIN, WITHOUT EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT FROM GME IS PROHIBITED. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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Control cabinet top panel Support measurement system THIS DRAWING IS PROPERTY OF GEOMIL EQUIPMENT BV ( GME ). ANY DISCLOSURE, TRANSFER, USE AND/OR REPRODUCTION OF THIS DRAWING, OR THE DESIGN HEREIN, WITHOUT EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT FROM GME IS PROHIBITED. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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FIG. 53 DS 7 8 9 THIS DRAWING IS PROPERTY OF GEOMIL EQUIPMENT BV ( GME ). ANY DISCLOSURE, TRANSFER, USE AND/OR REPRODUCTION OF THIS DRAWING, OR THE DESIGN HEREIN, WITHOUT EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT FROM GME IS PROHIBITED. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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Fig. 53 DT - Control cabinet front panel FIG. 53 DT THIS DRAWING IS PROPERTY OF GEOMIL EQUIPMENT BV ( GME ). ANY DISCLOSURE, TRANSFER, USE AND/OR REPRODUCTION OF THIS DRAWING, OR THE DESIGN HEREIN, WITHOUT EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT FROM GME IS PROHIBITED. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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Emergency stop button (red); Turn clockwise to unlock Scanreco activation switch THIS DRAWING IS PROPERTY OF GEOMIL EQUIPMENT BV ( GME ). ANY DISCLOSURE, TRANSFER, USE AND/OR REPRODUCTION OF THIS DRAWING, OR THE DESIGN HEREIN, WITHOUT EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT FROM GME IS PROHIBITED. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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FOR ADDTIONAL DETAILS SEE DEEPSEA E400 MANUAL THIS DRAWING IS PROPERTY OF GEOMIL EQUIPMENT BV ( GME ). ANY DISCLOSURE, TRANSFER, USE AND/OR REPRODUCTION OF THIS DRAWING, OR THE DESIGN HEREIN, WITHOUT EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT FROM GME IS PROHIBITED. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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13 ALLEN BOLT M20x260 12.9 1602022027 THIS DRAWING IS PROPERTY OF GEOMIL EQUIPMENT BV ( GME ). ANY DISCLOSURE, TRANSFER, USE AND/OR REPRODUCTION OF THIS DRAWING, OR THE DESIGN HEREIN, WITHOUT EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT FROM GME IS PROHIBITED. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. S53-053 Panther...
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4 MOVE PUSH FRAME UP AND REMOVE TOOL THIS DRAWING IS PROPERTY OF GEOMIL EQUIPMENT BV ( GME ). ANY DISCLOSURE, TRANSFER, USE AND/OR REPRODUCTION OF THIS DRAWING, OR THE DESIGN HEREIN, WITHOUT EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT FROM GME IS PROHIBITED. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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4 MOVE PUSH FRAME UP AND REMOVE THE SUPPORT TUBE WITH THE TUBE THIS DRAWING IS PROPERTY OF GEOMIL EQUIPMENT BV ( GME ). ANY DISCLOSURE, TRANSFER, USE AND/OR REPRODUCTION OF THIS DRAWING, OR THE DESIGN HEREIN, WITHOUT EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT FROM GME IS PROHIBITED. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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18.3.10 Fig 53 U - Engine compartment drain point S53-053 Panther 52 of 53...
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18.3.11 Fig. 53 V - Bellows procedure S53-053 Panther 53 of 53...
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