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Mini-Skid Hydraulic Earth Auger Attachments Models: MS09, MS12, MS11, MS14, MS18 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Serial Number ________________________________ Model Number ________________________________ WARNING! Avoid injury or death. Read and understand this entire manual before installing, operating or servicing this equipment.
Operating Instructions ........................10 Maintenance Instructions........................11 Troubleshooting ..........................12 Drive Unit Models MS09, MS12, - Exploded View, Specifications, Parts List........13 Drive Unit Models MS11, MS14, MS18 - Exploded View, Specifications, Parts List....14-15 Power Wheel Service Procedures ....................16 - 17 Drive Unit Motor Exploded View......................18 Drive Unit Motor Parts List ........................19...
Please be sure all operators study this manual carefully and keep it on file for future reference. After reading this manual, if you have any questions about your Premier Hydraulic Earth Auger Attachment please contact us immediately as follows: Toll Free: (866) 458-0008...
Installation & Application Information: This Premier Hydraulic Earth Auger will be mounted on: ________________________ This Premier Hydraulic Earth Auger Attachment has been accepted in good condition and I have been instructed by the dealer and/or read and understand the entire Operator’s Manual for proper installation, proper and safe operation, preventative maintenance and service, warranty and all other information covered in the Operator’s Manual.
This warranty constitutes the entire warranty of Premier Auger, and no oral representations, warranties or guarantees by any agent of Premier Auger, or the seller shall be binding on Premier Auger, and no part of this warranty may be modified or extended except upon the express written consent of Premier Auger.
THIS EQUIPMENT MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE MANUAL, PAYING PAR- TICULAR ATTENTION TO SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, PRIOR TO USING THE PREMIER AUGER HYDRAULIC EARTH AUGER. IF THERE IS SOMETHING IN THIS MANUAL YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND, ASK YOUR SUPERVISOR TO EXPLAIN IT TO YOU. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAN RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY OR SERIOUS EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Never check a pressurized system for leaks with your bare hand. Oil escaping from pin- hole leaks under pressure can penetrate skin and could cause serious infection. Hold a piece of cardboard up next to suspected leaks and wear a face shield or safety eye pro- tection.
4. Models MS09, MS12, MS11, MS14, and MS18 require two ½” I.D. hoses with #10 JIC female fittings on one end of each to connect hoses to drive unit fittings.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. After all installation instructions have been completed, safety information read and understood and the rest of this operator’s manual has been reviewed, your Hydraulic Earth Drill is now ready to use. 2. With the auger raised off the ground and the vehicle engine set at a low RPM, activate the earth drill control valve to determine position control valve lever must be in to turn auger in a forward (clockwise) rotation.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1. CLEAN HYDRAULIC OIL IS ESSENTIAL! 80% of all hydraulic component failures are caused by con- tamination of the hydraulic oil. Always keep all dirt and other contaminates from entering hydraulic sys- tem during disconnect and connect operations. Always use dust caps and plugs on all quick disconnects when not in use.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution Slow Speed Low flow Check Flow Meter. If low, investigate the cause. Line restrictions Clear lines. Fittings or connections too small Replace with proper sizes. Oil filter dirty Replace. Hydraulic pump worn or damaged See Dealer for repair. Insufficient Digging Worn Teeth Or Point Replace.
DRIVE UNIT MODELS MS09, MS12 SPECIFICATIONS, EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST MODEL MS09 Maximum Auger Diameter: ........18” Recommended Hydraulic Flow ....5 - 10 gpm Maximum Hydraulic PSI: ......3500 psi Maximum Back Pressure: ......1500 psi Output Speed Output Torque LB/F 07 ......48 2500 ....1123...
Output speed and torque specifications are based on theoretical values and are provided for comparative purposes only. Premier Auger is continually striving to improve its products. Therefore, we reserve the right to make changes to our products or specifications at any time without notice or obligation.
POWER WHEEL SERVICE PROCEDURES IDENTIFICATION IMPORTANT: All Power Wheel units and kits are shipped with a label that includes the Auburn Gear part number and order code. Example: In addition to the label, Power Wheel drives are stamped with the last four digits of the part number and the date code, which appears on the cover or hub flange.
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STEP 8 STEP 11 Assemble the secondary carrier assembly (11) into ring gear Install twelve socket head cap screws (17) and washers (16), (10) aligning the gear teeth. Carrier splines mesh with splines and torque to 45-50 ft-lb (60-68 Nm). on output shaft (1).
DRIVE UNIT MOTOR MODELS MS09, MS12, MS11, MS14, MS18 EXPLODED VIEW The following are not necessary for disassembly and reassembly but are extremely helpful: • Alignment Studs (2), see dimensions below. NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, measurements are given in inches [mm] throughout the...
MOTOR SERVICE PROCEDURES DRIVE UNIT MODELS MS09, MS12, MS11, MS14, MS18 DISASSEMBLY: 2. Remove the 4 Tie Bolts from the motor (Fig.2). Cleanliness is extremely important when repairing a hydraulic motor. Work in a clean Figure 2 area. Before disconnecting the lines, clean the port area of the motor thoroughly.
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MOTOR SERVICE PROCEDURES DRIVE UNIT MODELS MS09, MS12, MS11, MS14, MS18 6. Remove 2 pins and 2 springs from Balance Ring 16. Remove the Shaft Face Seal from the Wear Plate. Assembly (Fig. 5). 14. Remove the 3 [76] dia. seal from Wear Plate (Fig. 8).
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MOTOR SERVICE PROCEDURES DRIVE UNIT MODELS MS09, MS12, MS11, MS14, MS18 REASSEMBLY: 24. Apply petroleum jelly to the 3 [76] diameter seal. Install seal into the bearing housing. Check all mating surfaces. Replace any parts that have scratches or burrs that could cause leakage.
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MOTOR SERVICE PROCEDURES DRIVE UNIT MODELS MS09, MS12, MS11, MS14, MS18 Timing Step#2: Locate the slot opening in the valve IMPORTANT: Install face seals in the positions shown plate which is in line with the largest open pocket of the in Figure 15 or the motor will not operate properly.
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