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- Page 1 English Mini digger 180 2022 1 Operator's Manual for Attachment Mini digger 180 Product number: A445112 A451699 2022 1 EN 2020- www.avanttecno.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
To connect the electric harness of the attachment to the loader ............19 Uncoupling the digger and correct storage position ..................20 Changing the bucket on Mini digger 180 ......................21 6. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ........................ 22 Safety distance ................................23 Checks before use .............................. - Page 4 Inspection of hydraulic components ........................39 Cleaning the attachment ............................40 Inspection of metal structures ..........................40 Lubrication ................................... 40 8.4.1 Lubrication of Mini digger 180 with hydraulic options ................41 End of life disposal ..............................41 9. WARRANTY TERMS .......................... 42...
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Page 5: Foreword
If you sell or transfer the equipment, be sure to hand over this manual to the new owner. If the manual is lost or damaged, you can request a new one from your Avant dealer or from the manufacturer. -
Page 6: Warning Symbols Used In This Manual
6 (44) Warning symbols used in this manual The following warning symbols are used throughout this manual. They indicate factors that must be taken into account to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property: WARNING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This symbol means: “Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!”... -
Page 7: Designed Purpose Of Use
Never suspend any loads or attach other tools than a bucket. The Mini digger 180 is not designed for any other use than what is specified in this manual and it must not be used for any other purposes than what it is intended for. -
Page 8: Safety Instructions For Using The Attachment
8 (44) 3. Safety instructions for using the attachment Please bear in mind that safety is the result of several factors. The loader-attachment combination is highly powerful and improper or careless use or maintenance may cause serious personal injury or property damage. - Page 9 9 (44) Operate only on well lit areas. If extra caution is required to avoid hitting dangerous or fragile materials in the ground, have another person nearby to spot possible buried items. Do not use the digger on horizontally tilted terrain. Ensure the stability of the loader WARNING and firmness of the ground also on even terrain.
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Page 10: Personal Protective Equipment
10 (44) Make sure that the loader is equipped with necessary safety components, and that they are in working condition. Seat belt must be used. If there are specific hazards related to the operating area, use appropriate safety equipment. ... -
Page 11: Safe Shutdown Procedure
11 (44) 3.2 Safe shutdown procedure Safe stopping of the attachment, before going near the attachment: Always stop the attachment following safe stopping procedure before leaving the driver's seat. Safe stopping procedure prevents all unintentional movements of the attachment. Note that the loader boom can move down even if the engine of the loader is turned off. -
Page 12: Technical Specifications
12 (44) 4. Technical specifications Table 2 - Mini digger 180 - Specifications Product number: A445221 1800 mm Maximum reach: without using telescopic boom of a loader 170 kg Weight: (without bucket) No standard bucket. Bucket: See available bucket options in table 3 on the following page. - Page 13 13 (44) Table 3 - Mini digger 180 - Bucket options A414301 A414304 A35230 A35383 Width: 250 mm 400 mm 750 mm 1000 mm Edge: 2 teeth 3 teeth straight straight Weight: 30 kg 35 kg 45 kg 61 kg...
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Page 14: Safety Labels And Main Components Of The Attachment
14 (44) 4.1 Safety labels and main components of the attachment Listed below are the labels and markings on the attachment. They must be visible and readable on the equipment. Replace any unclear or missing label. New labels are available via your retailer or contact information provided on the cover. - Page 15 15 (44) Table 5 - Main components of the Mini digger 180 Frame with Avant quick coupling brackets Interchangeable bucket (not included) Bucket quick coupling S30-150, coupling release/locking screw Possibility to fit bucket tilt adapter / excavator thumb Bucket quick coupling tool...
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Page 16: Assembling The Attachment
Do not stay in the area between the attachment and the loader. Mount the attachment only on level surface. WARNING Never move or lift an attachment that has not been locked. Avant quick coupling system: Step 1: Lift the locking pins of the quick coupling plate of the loader up, and turn them backwards into the slot, so that they are locked in the upper position. -
Page 17: Connecting And Disconnecting Hydraulic Hoses
5.1 Connecting and disconnecting hydraulic hoses On Avant loaders the hydraulic hoses are connected using the multi connector system. If you have an older model Avant 300-700 series loader with the conventional quick couplers, and you want to change to the multi connector system, contact your Avant dealer or service point for instructions or installation services. - Page 18 18 (44) Keep all fittings as clean as possible; use the protective caps on both the attachment and the loader. Dirt, ice, etc. may make using the fittings significantly more difficult. Never leave the hoses hanging on the ground; place the couplings onto the holder on the attachment.
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Page 19: Electric Connection
19 (44) 5.2 Electric connection Electric functions of the attachment: To control the hydraulic functions of a Mini digger 180, the loader must be equipped with the Opticontrol ® system (optional equipment for loaders). With the Opticontrol system all functions of the attachments can be ®... -
Page 20: Uncoupling The Digger And Correct Storage Position
20 (44) 5.3 Uncoupling the digger and correct storage position Uncouple and store the attachment on level ground. The best way to store the attachment is a place where it is protected from direct sunlight, rain, and extreme temperatures. Avoid leaving the attachment laying directly on the ground. -
Page 21: Changing The Bucket On Mini Digger 180
21 (44) 5.4 Changing the bucket on Mini digger 180 The bucket is connected by a standard S30-150 tool-operated quick coupling system. Available bucket options are shown in table 3. Keep the digger attached to the loader for better stability and to allow to utilise the movements of the digger. -
Page 22: Instructions For Use
22 (44) 6. Instructions for use Check the attachment and the operating environment once more before starting to work, and that all obstacles have been removed from the operating area. Quick inspection of the equipment and the operating area before use are parts of ensuring safety and the best performance of the equipment. -
Page 23: Safety Distance
23 (44) Risk of crushing - Never allow anyone to get under a lifted attachment or loader boom. Keep in mind that the loader boom can be lowered or tilted even if the engine has WARNING been shut down (crushing hazard). The loader is not intended to be left to keep a load elevated for longer periods. -
Page 24: Checks Before Use
24 (44) 6.2 Checks before use Check that all obstacles, including any possibly hidden ones, have been removed from the working area or marked visibly before operation. Make sure that it safe to dig at the location. Find out if there are electric cables, water lines or similar at a depth that can be reached with the equipment. -
Page 25: Operating The Mini Digger
Possible hazards exposed during excavation Controlling the bucket: To use the different functions of the Mini digger 180, the loader must be equipped with Opticontrol® attachment control system. The opening and closing function of the bucket is controlled with the auxiliary hydraulics control lever or pushbuttons of the loader. - Page 26 26 (44) Using the hydraulic functions of the Mini digger 180 1. Switch on the Opticontrol ® mode with the separate selection switch on the loader. See the adjacent figure. 2. Use the switches on the joystick to control the different functions of the attachments.
- Page 27 27 (44) Filling the bucket: Depending on soil type and operating conditions, the most effective position and movements may differ from the pictures shown. pictures represent typical recommended operating practise. The bucket should never be pressed hard directly downwards, as this would result only in lifting the front tyres of the loader, and moving of the loader.
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Page 28: Hydraulic Options
28 (44) 6.3.1 Hydraulic options When the bucket tilt adapter, or the excavator thumb is fitted (optional equipment), the additional function is controlled with the same auxiliary hydraulics control of the loader as the bucket. See page for instructions about controls. Tilt adapter Excavator thumb... -
Page 29: Transport Position
29 (44) 6.4 Transport position Turn the Mini digger 180 to its middle position (straight forward) so that it will not affect the stability of the loader. The middle position will obstruct visibility from the driver's seat as little as possible. -
Page 30: Installation Of Hydraulic Options
The manufacturer or it’s representative are not responsible for damages, losses or injuries resulted from incorrect or incomplete installations. Contact your nearest Avant dealer or service point, if you have any additional questions or require installation services. -
Page 31: Safety Instructions For Hydraulic Assemblies
The following safety procedures and general safety principles regarding hydraulic systems must be followed. Contact your Avant dealer or service point for more information or installation services. Protect the environment from leaking of hydraulic oil and prevent oil from draining on the ground. -
Page 32: Excavator Thumb (Optional Extra)
7.3 Excavator thumb (Optional extra) The Mini digger 180 can be equipped with an excavator thumb. The hydraulic excavator thumb makes it possible to handle irregural material such as rocks, concrete, branches, and debris that does not otherwise fit into the bucket. - Page 33 33 (44) Uncouple the bucket as shown in this manual. Lower the bucket coupling close to the ground so that it will not fall when uncoupled. Remove the pivot pin (1) holding the quick coupling. Reinstall retaining screw (2) in the tapped hole of the quick coupling.
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Page 34: Bucket Tilt Adapter (Optional Equipment)
Fitting hydraulic components on page 36. 7.4 Bucket tilt adapter (Optional equipment) The Mini digger 180 can be equipped with a tilting bucket adapter, and is equipped with necessary fastening points and holes for installation of hydraulic hoses. With the tilting adapter, a grading bucket can be used to level the ground surface to desired slopes or, for example, to dig a ditch. -
Page 35: Tilt Adapter - Hydraulic Components
35 (44) 7.4.1 Tilt adapter - hydraulic components Table 6 – Tilt adapter components 1. Hydraulic cylinder 2. Tilt adapter 3. Selector valve 4. Electric connection 5. Multiconnector for hydraulic pressure / return Hydraulic diagram 1. Hydraulic cylinder 2. Tilt adapter 3. - Page 36 36 (44) Fitting the hydraulic components: Pre-assemble the selector valve at a clean location. The components are oily for storage. Leave the elbow fittings 3 loose and keep the screws ready for installation. Table 7 - Component list - Selector valve assembly Part Name Part number pcs Selection valve...
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Page 37: Tightening Hydraulic Fittings
37 (44) 7.5 Tightening hydraulic fittings Tighten the fittings carefully according to given instructions and safety procedures. Keep in mind that over tightening will break a fitting. Tighten basic fittings carefully with hand tools using moderate torque. The elbow fittings should be tightened at last, after hoses have been fitted to their clamps. Allow the hydraulic systems of the loader and of the attachment to cool down completely before any work on hydraulic systems. - Page 38 38 (44) Risk of high pressure fluid injection through skin - Never test the tightness of the hydraulic components by placing hands near the fittings. Never tighten a pressurized hydraulic fitting, since the fitting may break and the released oil may cause DANGER serious injuries.
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Page 39: Maintenance And Service
Finding any fault means that the hydraulic hose or component must be replaced and the equipment must not be used until it is repaired. Spare parts are available from your nearest AVANT retailer or authorised service point. Leave the repair work to professional service technicians, if you don’t have adequate knowledge and... -
Page 40: Cleaning The Attachment
40 (44) 8.2 Cleaning the attachment Clean the attachment regularly to prevent accumulation of dirt which is more difficult to remove. A pressure washer and mild detergent can be used for cleaning. Do not use strong solvents, and do not spray directly at the hydraulic components, or at the labels on the attachment. -
Page 41: Lubrication Of Mini Digger 180 With Hydraulic Options
41 (44) 8.4.1 Lubrication of Mini digger 180 with hydraulic options If the digger is fitted with a tilt adapter or thumb, there are 4 additional lubrication points as follows: 8.5 End of life disposal When the attachment is at the end of its useful life recycle and dispose of the attachment properly. Dismantle the attachment and separate the different materials, such as plastic, steel, rubber, and oils, for example. -
Page 42: Warranty Terms
42 (44) 9. Warranty terms 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 43 SFS-EN ISO 12100, SFS-EN ISO 4413 Mallit / Modeller / Models Avant Hydraulitoiminen kaivuulaite; Avant-kuormaajan työlaite Hydraulisk grävaggregat; arbetsredskap för Avant lastare A445112 Hydraulic Mini digger; attachment for Avant loaders 2.8.2022 Ylöjärvi, Finland Jani Käkelä, Toimitusjohtaja / Verkställande direktör /...
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