Electric driven pumps, general duty, medium/high flow (20 pages)
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AHP-BTU SERIES | AIR DRIVEN HYDRAULIC PUMPS Hi-Force AHP-BTU series Air Driven hydraulic pumps are compatible for use with Hi-Force STS, SBT and STU bolt tensioners as well as HTN hydraulic nuts. The pump unit is easy to operate and supplied complete with a glycerine filled vibra-gauge and quick release outlet coupling.
If in doubt on the correct use of any Hi-Force equipment, contact your nearest Hi-Force office or distributor. Only qualified personnel should be allowed to operate hydraulic equipment. If an operator has not been trained on high-pressure hydraulic equipment and its safe usage, consult your local Hi-Force sales office or distributor who can offer training courses for operators.
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NEVER attempt to solve, or clean-up leaks in the system while the system is pressurised. • Immediately replace any worn or damaged parts using genuine Hi-Force parts only. • DO NOT use any hydraulic equipment if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
3.0 Declaration of Incorporation / Conformity Hi-Force declares that this product has been tested and complies with the standards set out in the relevant EU directives. The EU Declaration of Incorporation / Conformity is included as Annex A to this instruction...
Operating Instruction Manual: Serial Numbers: OM-AHP-BTU-01 FROM BQ 9522 4.0 Component Identification Frame Air Stop/Control Valve Oil Reservoir High Pressure/Pressure Release Valve Oil Filler Cap FRL unit (See Fig 4.3) Oil Pressure Gauge Fig 4.1: AHP Component Identification...
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Operating Instruction Manual: Serial Numbers: OM-AHP-BTU-01 FROM BQ 9522 Open Female Coupler Silencer Air Motor Pressure Relief Valve Fig 4.2: AHP Component Identification...
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Operating Instruction Manual: Serial Numbers: OM-AHP-BTU-01 FROM BQ 9522 Air Supply Inlet (3/8” BSP) Air Lubricator Filler Plug Air Regulator Control Knob Air Lubricator Reservoir Air Filter Water Trap Air Pressure Gauge Water Trap Drain Port Water Trap Drain Button Air Lubricator Control Knob FRL UNIT Fig 4.3: FRL Component Identification...
5.3 Hydraulic Connections • ALWAYS use Hi-Force XHC hoses to make connections. • Connection to the hydraulic pump must ALWAYS be made to the male coupler on the...
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NOTE: For full details on how to connect a bolt tensioner/ hydraulic nut to the pump, refer to the operating manual of the tool being used. 5.4 Filling the Air Supply Lubricant Reservoir IMPORTANT: The AHP-BTU Series Air Motors require ISO VG 32 (SAE10) Oil. • Turn Off or Disconnect from the Air Supply. •...
The pump is self-priming and will not need to be primed before use. 6.0 Operation Hi-Force AHP-BTU pumps are designed for use with STS, SBT & STU bolt tensioners as well as HTN hydraulic nuts. Ensure the operator has fully read and understood this manual in conjunction with the chosen bolt tensioner/hydraulic nut operating manual to ensure correct and safe operation of all hydraulic equipment in the system.
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Operating Instruction Manual: Serial Numbers: OM-AHP-BTU-01 FROM BQ 9522 3. Turn the Air supply on from the mains. Air Inlet Port Air Valve closed Air Valve open 4. Lift the air regulator control knob (13) (the control knob will click securely in position), then twist and turn the knob clockwise until roughly 2 bar of air pressure is achieved on the air gauge (19) [3].
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Operating Instruction Manual: Serial Numbers: OM-AHP-BTU-01 FROM BQ 9522 CLICK! 6.2 Setting Hydraulic Pressure on the Pump Operation 1. Twist and turn the Air Regulator control knob (13) clockwise to build hydraulic pressure on the Hydraulic Pressure Gauge (4) [5]. 2.
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Operating Instruction Manual: Serial Numbers: OM-AHP-BTU-01 FROM BQ 9522 CLICK!
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Operating Instruction Manual: Serial Numbers: OM-AHP-BTU-01 FROM BQ 9522 6.3 Disconnecting/storage of Pump Operation 1. Once the operation/use of the pump has been completed. Open the High Pressure/pressure release valve (6), close the air stop/control valve (5), pull up the Air regulator control knob and unwind the knob (13) until 0 bar of air pressure is reading on the air pressure gauge (19) [7].
Operating Instruction Manual: Serial Numbers: OM-AHP-BTU-01 FROM BQ 9522 7.0 Specifications Refer to the nameplate on the pump for model identification. AHPTBTU | Air Driven Hydraulic Pumps Oil Flow Usable Oil Weight Outlet (including oil) Model Number Capacity Stroke Coupler [Litres] Air Consumption (kg)
Serial Numbers: OM-AHP-BTU-01 FROM BQ 9522 8.0 Troubleshooting Hi-Force AHP-BTU air driven hydraulic pumps should be serviced and repaired only by authorised Hi- Force repair centres. The following table gives possible causes and solutions for common problems. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem...
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Operating Instruction Manual: Serial Numbers: OM-AHP-BTU-01 FROM BQ 9522 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE CONTINUED... Problem Possible Cause Solution b. Oil level too low. Check unit for visible leaks. Add oil as per section 5.2. 6. Gauge displays no a. Faulty gauge. replace gauge pressure reading.
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Operating Instruction Manual: Serial Numbers: OM-AHP-BTU-01 FROM BQ 9522 Head Office: Hi-Force Limited Prospect Way, Daventry Northamptonshire NN11 8PL United Kingdom Tel: + 44 1327 301000 | Fax: + 44 1327 706555 www.hi-force.com Regional Offices: For information on our offices worldwide, scan the below QR code...
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