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Operator's Manual GTH-5519 ANSI/CSA North America Auger 3K, 5K with Maintenance Information Original Instructions First Edition First Printing Part No. 1327993GT...
First Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Introduction Intr oducti on Important Approved Model Read, understand and obey these safety rules and Model Serial Number Range operating instructions before operating this GTH™-5519 from GTH5514B-101 machine. Only trained and authorized personnel Do not install the attachments shall be permitted to operate this machine.
Operator's Manual First Edition • First Printing Introduction Product Identification Intended Use Serial label is located on the side of the auger. This unit is designed for drilling vertical holes or rotating piers into the ground. Use in any other Serial Label way is considered contrary to the intended use.
First Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual General Safety Gener al Safety 28236 WARNING R e a d a n d u n d e r s t a n d O p e r a t o r ' s Manual, Responsibilities Manual and Safety Manual and all safety signs before u s i n g o r m a i n t a i n i n g m a c h i n e .
Operator's Manual First Edition • First Printing Work Area Safety Before You Dig Work Ar ea Safety Bodily Injury Hazards Ensure the work area has been fully marked for Establish and maintain a minimum 6 m/20 ft underground utilities before beginning work. exclusion zone around the working area.
First Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Work Area Safety Component Damage Hazards Travel only with the planetary drive in a safe transport position. Do not lock the auxiliary hydraulics of your Planetary Drive unit in the “ON” position. Ensure the drive unit has correct level and grade of oil.
Operator's Manual First Edition • First Printing Controls Continuous Oil Flow Switch Controls Alignment System LED Array Function: Push the switch to delivery or to return Solid green: Within 1.5° from plumb. the oil flow from the used attachment. Partially green, partially red: More than 1.5° from Continuous Oil Flow plumb, move your controls to chase the green portion to return to plumb.
First Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Installation Instructions Auger Installation Installation Ins tructi ons Insert the pin through the auger hub and drive shaft, then secure it in place with the linch pin. Note: Ensure persons assisting are clear and visible to the operator at all times.
Operator's Manual First Edition • First Printing Installation Instructions Extension Installation With the auger raised off the ground and the machine engine set at a low RPM, activate the Continuous oil flow switch, to turn auger in a forward (clockwise) rotation. This is the “digging”...
First Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Inspections Pre-operation Inspection Ins pections Check Auger teeth. Use only Genie approved replacement parts. Note: Before performing any maintenance on the Planetary drive or attachment, switch engine off and remove the key. Never leave the key in an unattended machine.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • First Printing Inspections Decals Inspection - Auger 3K/5K The following figure and table show typical safety decal label locations. The actual position and quantity of the labels on your product may differ. Item Part No. Description 1332170GT Serial Plate, Auger Drive...
First Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Operating Procedure Operati ng Instr ucti ons Start rotation of Auger. Ensure it does not stall. Apply the greatest amount of down force from When connecting power to the Auger the main boom. Alignment System (if equipped), allow the drive to hang stationary (no movement) for Note: boom up/down movement moves in an...
Operator's Manual First Edition • First Printing Operating Instructions Clearing Soil from the Auger Extensions and Telescopic Auger Extensions As the Auger starts to load up with spoil, stop the rotation while still in the hole then raise the Auger Once you have obtained the maximum depth with vertically.
First Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Alignment System (if equipped) Powering the Auger Alignment System Main function The alignment system is offered with a variety of The alignment system measures the angle of the power options. drive with respect to plumb. With this measurement, the system displays a sequence of The basic version is powered by the 12V/24V colors on a circular LED array that is visible to the...
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Operator's Manual First Edition • First Printing Operating Instructions Zero switch (for the magnetic Operating in wet condition battery) The Auger Alignment System will operate in a hole filled with water. The battery is equipped with a zero function which zero’s out the inclination.
First Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Charging the battery Charge battery after every use and at least once every 3 months if not used regularly. Only charge indoors and out of direct sunlight in a cool, dry place. Batteries are shipped at 30% charge as per recommended practice.
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First Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Operating Instructions Components of Kit - Auger Alignment System Item Description Lead In Cable Cigarette Lighter Plug Cable Extension (1m, 3m or 6m) Battery USB Charger Cable Hood Fitted with Light Ring Hood Box Part No.
Operator's Manual First Edition • First Printing Transport and Lifting Instructions Transporting the Planetary Drive Trans port and Lifti ng Instr ucti ons Ensure that the attachment is firmly fastened without causing any damage to it. Disconnect hydraulic couplers during the transportation.
First Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Maintenance Commissioning Gearbox Oil Capacity Maintenanc e Replace the output shaft seal at the first oil Drive Oil Capacity Recommended Oil change. During the first hours of operation fine Unit metallic contamination will settle in the output shaft Litres Quarts Gallons seal and cause premature where if not replaced.
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Operator's Manual First Edition • First Printing Maintenance Drain Gearbox Oil Re-filling Gearbox Oil Level Remove the drain plug from the output housing. Check the serial tag of the unit to determine the Set the gearbox in a stable, vertical position, with a quantity of oil which the gearbox holds.
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First Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Maintenance Once the filler hole is at approximately 60º the oil If the LED display exhibits erratic behavior as a should be sitting at the base of the filler hole result of an impact or vibration, either disconnect thread.
Operator's Manual First Edition • First Printing Maintenance Seal Replacement Smear multipurpose grease to the inside of the new shaft seal. Remove the seal shield by unfastening the countersunk allen screws. Genie part number 1327976GT Add threadlocker medium strength (e.g. Use a chisel to remove the output shaft seal.
First Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Maintenance Teeth Replacement Press felt on the front of the tooth to ensure felt is attached firmly. Position Auger so that it is easily accessible at the bottom. Place tooth in the pocket ensuring the tooth cutting edge is facing the same direction as the pilot.
Operator's Manual First Edition • First Printing Maintenance End of Life Disposal Continue until all teeth are replaced as necessary. At the completion of the useful life of the Planetary Drive unit, drain all fluids and dismantle by separating the different materials (rubber,steel, and plastic etc.).
First Edition • First Printing Operator's Manual Specifications Operating Parameters - HP (kW) Specific ati ons Auger 5K Power Ratings Max Power 55 HP 41 kW The hydraulic motor of your Planetary drive unit Max Torque (24 bar/3500 psi) 7179 Nm 5295 ft-lb has a maximum power rating.
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