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T R A C K B U G G I E S AT14F & AT14S OPERATIONS & PARTS MANUAL Man ual Par t #: 06 530 0 | R evis io n : G Languag e: E n g lish | O r igin a l In stru cti on s...
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For your own safety and protection from personal injury, carefully read, understand, and observe the safety instructions described in this manual. Keep this manual or a copy of it with the machine at all times.
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Allen Engineering Corporation (AEC). AEC assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
Table of Contents GENERAL INFORMATION Sect No. Title Page Table of Contents..................4 GENERAL INFORMATION ..............5 Limited Warranty ..................6 Information Contained in this Manual ............. 7 Dealer Information .................. 8 Ordering Parts ..................9 Model Number - Serial Number Codes ..........10 Unit Identification ..................
Table of Contents GENERAL INFORMATION Sect No. Title Page SERVICE ....................40 General Maintenance - Grease Points ........... 41 General Maintenance - Hyd. Oil & Fuel ..........44 Track Tensioning ..................46 Hydraulic Filters ..................47 Engine Air Filter ..................48 Wheel Gear Maintenance ...............
Allen reserves the choice to repair or replace. 2. If Allen chooses to replace the part, it will be at no cost to the customer and will be made available to the Allen Distributor, Dealer, or Rental Center from whom the End User purchased the product.
Complete any warranty requirements as specified by the engine manufacturer in their instructions found inside the manual box located on the operator’s control panel. Your engine is not manufactured by Allen Engineering Corporation, Inc, and therefore is not covered under Allen Engineering Corporation, Inc warranty.
GENERAL INFORMATION Your Dealer has Allen Engineering Corporation trained mechanics and original Allen replacement parts. Always contact the Allen Dealer who sold you this machine for Allen Certified repairs and replacement parts. Place Allen Dealer information below for future reference.
Ordering Parts GENERAL INFORMATION The Parts Manual contains illustrated parts lists for help in ordering replacement parts for your machine. Follow the instructions below when ordering parts to insure prompt and accurate delivery: All orders for service parts - include the serial number for the machine. Shipment will be delayed if this information is not available.
Model Number - Serial Number Codes GENERAL INFORMATION Manufacturer’s Codes: When ordering parts or requesting service information, you will always be asked to specify the model and serial numbers of the machine. The legends below specifically defines each significant character or group of characters of the Model Number and Serial Number codes.
Unit Identification GENERAL INFORMATION Unit Identification Plate Location: An identification plate listing the model number and the serial number is attached to each unit and is located on the lower inside face of the console. See image below for serial number plate location. This plate should not be removed at any time.
87.0” Machine Dimensions [L x W x H]: • AT14F - 98 x 31.5 x 52.5 in (248.9 x 80 x 133.4 cm) • AT14S - 98.4 x 31.5 x 54 in (250 x 84.5 x 137.1 cm) Page 13...
Engine Specifications GENERAL INFORMATION Engine Type Honda GX630, Air-cooled 4-stroke OHV Bore x Stroke 78 X 72 mm Displacement 688 cm3 Net Power Output* 20.8 hp (15.5 kW) @ 3,600 rpm Net Torque 35.6 lbs ft (48.3 Nm) @ 2,500 rpm Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft PTO Shaft Rotation side)
Engine Serial Number Information GENERAL INFORMATION Record the engine serial number, type and purchase date in the spaces below. You will need this information when ordering parts and when making technical and warranty inquiries. Page 15 065300 - 09/2016...
Safety Information SECTION 1 SAFETY Do not operate or service the equipment before reading the entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed at all times when operating this equipment. Failure to read and understand the safety messages and operating instructions could result in injury to yourself and others. SAFETY NOTES The four safety notes shown below will inform you about potential hazards that could injure you or others.
Safety Symbols SECTION 1 SAFETY Potential hazards associated with the operation of this equipment will be referenced with hazard symbols which may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with safety notes. Page 20 065300 - 09/2016...
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All the information and diagrams in this manual refer to the model in production at the time of publication. For more information contact an Authorized Service Center. Allen Engineering Corporation reserves the right to make changes without prior notification. Everything in this manual belongs to the AEC, therefore no part or diagram can be used for any other use without authorization.
General Safety (Cont’d) SECTION 1 SAFETY • Do not spill hydraulic or lubricating oil or any other liquid on the ground during maintenance; pick it up and dispose of it at authorized companies. • Unauthorized personnel must be prohibited from operating the vehicle by removing the ignition key. The person it is handed over to is responsible for any harm and damage caused to third parties.
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Operational Safety SECTION 1 SAFETY The present manual contains the information required to run the machine. Contact the Manufacturer for any spare parts, accessories or information you might require. The tracked buggy fit with bucket or open dump body serves to carry and dump materials. The materials being handled must comply with the characteristics of the equipment currently being used.
Operational Safety (Cont’d) SECTION 1 SAFETY • The machine can be used for unloading on land with a gradient lower than 25% (longitudinal) and 18% (lateral). It is prohibited to unload where there is a longitudinal and lateral slope present at the same time.
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Operational Safety (Cont’d) SECTION 1 SAFETY UPHILL OR DOWNHILL - EMPTY 30° MAX 25° MAX FLAT GROUND - EMPTY UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, EMPTY AND LOADED Page 25 065300 - 09/2016...
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Operational Safety (Cont’d) SECTION 1 SAFETY USING THE OPERATOR PLATFORM: • The PLATFORM must be LIFTED (max. height) with the OPERATOR on the GROUND. • The PLATFORM must be LOWERED with the OPERATOR ON IT. • Under no circumstances is the operator to drive while the platform is lowered. Page 26 065300 - 09/2016...
Refueling Safety Information & Instructions SECTION 1 SAFETY Internal combustion engines present special hazards during operation and fueling. Read and follow the warning instructions in the engine owner’s manual and the safety guidelines below. Failure to follow the warnings and safety guidelines could result in severe injury or death. Refueling Safety: DO NOT smoke when refueling the engine.
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Refueling Safety Information & Instructions SECTION 1 (Cont’d) SAFETY To refuel the AT14 Track Buggy: • Refueling Safety When refueling, it is recommended to fill the tank up to ¾ of the maximum overflow level in When refueling, it is recommended to fill the tank up to ¾ of the maximum overflow level in order to leave space (about ¼) for fuel expansion.
Lifting and Transportation Safety SECTION 1 SAFETY AT14 Fixed: 1,420 lb / 644 kg AT14 Swivel: 1,540 lb / 699 kg Kg 630 / 770 The vehicle must only be lifted when empty and it is of utmost importance to strictly comply with the following: •...
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Lifting and Transportation Safety (Cont’d) SECTION 1 SAFETY Lifting and Transportation Safety Continued: • Use cables or chains rated for the weight to be lifted: when empty and fit with bucket, the machine weights approximately 630 Kg. The machine fitted with high tip skip weights approximately 770 Kg. •...
Safety Retainer Positioning SECTION 1 SAFETY In case of maintenance, the raised body must be blocked with a special safety item supplied with the machine, that must be inserted on the lifting cylinder ram moving it from position A to position B, as shown in the figure on page 31.
Starting Instructions SECTION 2 OPERATIONS Before Starting, Check the Following: • Check engine oil, fuel, and hydraulic oil levels • Check that there is no carryover fluid from the fuel feed circuit and hydraulic oil circuit or from other elements in an oil bath ÿ...
Driving Position Controls SECTION 2 OPERATIONS 1. RIGHT TRACK DRIVE CONTROL LEVER 2. LEFT TRACK DRIVE CONTROL LEVER 3. LOAD BUCKET UP-DOWN LEVER 4. LOADING BUCKET ROTATION LEVER 5. DRIVING LEVER FOR THE LIFTING OF THE UNLOADING SKIP 6. ACCELERATOR LEVER 7.
General Operating Instructions SECTION 2 OPERATIONS The vehicle drive is activated via levers “1” and “2”. Hereunder are the detailed descriptions of the maneuverers that are to be performed to drive forward, backward and to steer. FORWARD GEAR: bring levers “1” and “2” simultaneously forward. REVERSE GEAR: bring levers “1”...
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General Operating Instructions (Cont’d) SECTION 2 OPERATIONS NOTE: When turning it is recommended to not COUNTER STEER, see page 36. STEERING FORWARD TO THE RIGHT: WITH THE VEHICLE STOPPED: bring lever “2” forward with respect to lever “1” WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING: reverse lever “1” with respect to lever “2” STEERING BACKWARDS TO THE RIGHT: WITH THE VEHICLE STOPPED: bring lever “2”...
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General Operations (Cont’d) SECTION 2 OPERATIONS VEHICLE USE In order to safeguard the integrity and functionality of the track, please follow the recommendations and specifications below: • Avoid sudden turns and changes in direction while driving on the road, especially on rough and hard ground, bumpy and sharp ground or with high friction.
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General Operations (Cont’d) SECTION 2 OPERATIONS The anomalies listed on page 36 require the damaged track to be replaced immediately. ABRASIONS OR TEARS DUE TO FATIGUE OR EXTERNAL FACTORS • Generally, these problems are caused by the way the vehicle is used or the environment in which the work is carried out.
General Maintenance - Grease Points SECTION 3 SERVICE GREASE POINTS Grease the hydraulic cylinder ends daily or every 8 hrs Grease the bucket upper and lower pivot shaft ends daily or every 8 hrs Periodically grease the indicated points. The lubrication intervals and the lubricant that is to be used are indicated in the table of lubricants below.
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General Maintenance - Grease Points (Cont’d) SECTION 3 SERVICE Swivel Slew Ring Grease Instructions. Follow the steps below for the complete greasing procedure: The slewing ring “A” that rotates the loading bucket 50 h must be regularly greased ( every 50 hrs) to maintain optimal conditions for use Remove the casing “B”...
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General Maintenance - Grease Points (Cont’d) SECTION 3 SERVICE Grease the rotation slewing ring through the 2 greasing points “D” and “E”, making sure to apply more grease to the front left point “E”. Turn the loading bucket completely to the left as shown in the figure.
General Maintenance - Hyd. Oil & Fuel SECTION 3 SERVICE Machine Components: 1. HYDRAULIC OIL TANK FILLER CAP 2. FUEL FILLER CAP 3. TRACK TENSIONING DEVICE 4. HYDRAULIC OIL INTAKE FILTER 5. DISCHARGE HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER 6. AIR FILTER Page 44 065300 - 09/2016...
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General Maintenance - Hyd. Oil & Fuel (cont’d) SECTION 3 SERVICE 1 – HYDRAULIC OIL TANK FILLER CAP Complete oil change is 18.0 L, 4.75 gal. Use 46 Weight Hydraulic Oil. Replace the oil after the first 200 HOURS of operation and every 1000 HOURS thereafter or once a year.
Track Tensioning SECTION 3 SERVICE 3 – TRACK TENSIONING DEVICE This device is used to restore correct track tightness if they loosen during use. TIGHTENING THE TRACKS With use, the tracks tend to loosen. When operating with loose tracks, they tend to slip over the driving wheel teeth causing it to jump its housing or to work in precarious fashion, damaging and causing wear to the housing.
Hydraulic Filters SECTION 3 SERVICE 4 - REPLACING THE HYDRAULIC OIL INTAKE FILTER The filter is located inside the hydraulic oil tank (see picture). Replace the filter after the first 50 HOURS of operation and every 500 HOURS thereafter. Remove the oil tank cover by loosing the screws “A”, unscrew the filter “F”...
Engine Air Filter SECTION 3 SERVICE 6 - REPLACING THE AIR FILTER The air filter “F” is located under the engine bonnet. To clean the cartridge, it is sufficient to remove the top cover, remove the cartridge and clean with compressed air.
Wheel Gear Maintenance SECTION 3 SERVICE WHEEL GEARS Each track is driven by a reducer, coupled to a hydrostatic motor, fitted with an internal brake with negative-type of multiple discs. The brake is activated by the hydrostatic system by means of the transmission levers (forward - reverse).
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Wheel Gears (cont’d) SECTION 3 SERVICE CAP POSITION FOR FILLING CAP POSITION FOR VERIFICATION LEVEL CAP POSITION FOR VERIFICATION LEVEL CAP POSITION FOR EMPTYING If the oil level in the reducer should decrease or increase when there are no external leaks, the internal seals of the reducer itself must be checked by an authorized service center.
Hydrostatic Transmission System Maintenance SECTION 3 SERVICE HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION SYSTEM 1. RIGHT TRACK HYDRAULIC PUMP 2. LEFT TRACK HYDRAULIC PUMP 3. DRIVE GEARMOTOR 4. DISCHARGE OIL FILTER 5. HYDRAULIC OIL TANK AND OIL INTAKE FILTER 6. SERVICE HYDRAULIC PUMP 7. WATER/OIL COOLER Page 52 065300 - 09/2016...
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Hydrostatic Transmission System Maintenance SECTION 3 (cont’d) SERVICE PUMPS MAINTENANCE In order to service the pump and the hydraulic valve once the body is tipped and safely blocked, loose the screw “U” and “V” and then remove the protection carters After finishing the necessary maintenance, refasten the panels and tie the screws.
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Hydrostatic Transmission System Maintenance SECTION 3 (cont’d) SERVICE To adjust the pumps and obtain zero setting, proceed in the following order: • Position the machine on a flat horizontal surface; • Unscrew the axle bolt on the control cable from the regulating poles “A”, “C” or both; •...
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Hydrostatic Transmission System Maintenance SECTION 3 (cont’d) SERVICE CHECK MAX. PRESSURE OF HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION SYSTEM Page 55 065300 - 09/2016...
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Hydrostatic Transmission System Maintenance SECTION 3 (cont’d) SERVICE With the vehicle stationary and the engine off, connect no.4 400 bar full scale gauges to points “1”, • “2”, “3” and “4”, start the endothermic engine and bring it to the max. power allowed (3200 rpm for the petrol engine and 3600 rpm for the diesel engine).
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Hydrostatic Transmission System Maintenance SECTION 3 (cont’d) SERVICE CHECK MAX. PRESSURE OF THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SERVICE PRESSURES The operation consists of detecting the main valve maximum pressure. Verify by following the instructions below: With the vehicle stationary and the engine off, connect a 250 bar full-scale gauge to position “6” •...
General Maintenance - Electrical System SECTION 3 SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Battery “B” is found under the bonnet, on the left side. BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS: VOLTAGE: 12 V CONSUMPTION: 55 Ah DISCHARGE: 450 A A - IGNITION KEY B - BATTERY The key in switch “A” is only removed when this is disconnected (“OFF” position). Verify the level of the battery liquid every 100 HOURS.
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General Maintenance - Electrical System SECTION 3 (cont’d) SERVICE Keep the cable terminals fastened well and protected with grease or even better with pure Vaseline. When disconnecting the battery, the earth wire (-) must be disconnected first. When connecting the battery, the positive wire (+) must be connected first. Keep metal tools and objects away from the battery poles as these may short-circuit the terminals and pose a risk of burns.
Troubleshooting SECTION 3 SERVICE PROBLEM CAUSE No oil in the tank Check the level and top-up, if necessary Air in the hydraulic drive Verify the efficiency of the pipes and fittings system Clogged hydrost. oil filter Replace the filter cartridge The vehicle jerks Control levers operated Operate the lever gently...
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Troubleshooting (Cont’d) SECTION 3 SERVICE PROBLEM CAUSE Faulty joint and/or Check and replace, if necessary hydraulic pump The loading tipper Broken hydraulic pipes Check and replace, if necessary does not rise or tilt Distributor pressure too Verify and restore, if necessary Damaged cylinder or Verify and replace, if necessary The vehicle does...
Cleaning Procedure SECTION 3 SERVICE Machine Cleaning Procedure When cleaning the machine, please adhere to the following information to ensure proper cleaning and to keep the machine in the best condition possible. Power Washing Procedure: • Ensure that the water pressure is below 2000 PSI (14 MPa) •...
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