PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR FOR HYDRAULIC ROCK DRILL; Repair instructions

CONTENTS
1.

GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.

CHECKING THE FILLING GAS PRESSURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.

REMOVING THE PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR FROM THE ROCK DRILL .

4.

DISMANTLING THE PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.

CHECKING THE PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.

FILLING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1. Filling device of pressure accumulators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2. Filling instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3. Filling pressures of accumulators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.1. Low pressure accumulator (LP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.2. High pressure accumulator (HP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.3. Pressure of stabilizer accumulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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MOUNTING THE PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR ON THE ROCK DRILL . . . .

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1.

GENERAL

As in all hydraulic machinery so also in hydraulic drill rigs cleanness is the most important
consideration if trouble--free operation is to be ensured. We therefore recommend that all
maintenance work of the accumulators is done in a clean and dustless room.
The condition of pressure accumulator should be checked always when the accumulator
is dismantled and when the rock drill is overhauled. The rock drill special tool set includes
all the tools needed in maintenance and checking the accumulators.
Experiences have shown that the first (originally fitted) accumulator diaphragm does not
reach the normal service life, particularly if the time interval between the pressurization
and taking into use is long. For this reason the accumulators supplied as spares are
unpressurized. There is a note of this on the accumulator.
The accumulator bottom and cover should always be kept as a pair. Sandvik supplies
covers and bottoms only as a pair; other parts such as diaphragms and filling valves can
be obtained separately.

Only qualified service personnel may service the pressure

accumulators. The following instructions must be strictly observed;
failure to do so may cause a danger of accident.
WARNING

Before removing the accumulator from the rock drill, discharge the
accumulator pressure by opening the filling valve.
WARNING

Repair of a pressure accumulator by welding or by other means is strictly

forbidden.
WARNING

While using the gauge, the pressure relief hole must always be pointed
to the opposite direction from any persons close by to avoid personal
injures in case the sudden pressure discharge.
WARNING

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2.

CHECKING THE FILLING GAS PRESSURE

Check the accumulator filling gas pressure once a week. The rock drill special tool set
includes two pressure gauges for this purpose: one gauge with the scale 0...100 bar for
the high pressure accumulator, and the other with the scale 0...10 bar for the low pressure
accumulator.

a
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

3.

Remove the cap (a).

Screw the pressure gauge to the filling valve.
Undo the lock nut (b).
Wait until the needle of the gauge stops and then read the gauge indication.
Close the lock nut (b).
Unscrew the gauge from the filling valve and fit the cap (a) in place.

REMOVING THE PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR FROM THE ROCK

DRILL

Pressure accumulator can be changed without demounting the rock drill from the feed.
If you for some reason cannot immediately install a new accumulator, must the open oil
channels be covered thoroughly with eg. plastic plugs.
1. Discharge the accumulator pressure by opening the filling valve!
2. Undo the accumulator bolts (wrench size 24 mm).
Do not start the hydraulic power pack if an accumulator is not in place in
the rock drill.
WARNING

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4.

DISMANTLING THE PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR

Before dismantling the accumulator, be sure it has no pressure.

WARNING

1. Fasten the assembly stand (1) in the vice, and place the accumulator in the stand
with the bottom upwards.
2. The same number appears both on the accumulators cover as well as on the
bottom. The cover and the bottom must remain paired.
3. Make sure that the filling valve is open!
4. Open the accumulator bottom with the opener (2).

5.

CHECKING THE PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR

1. Check the accumulator visually for wear, damage, corrosion, etc.
2. Clean and check the threads carefully.

If the threads are badly corroded or worn, the accumulator must be

scrapped!
WARNING

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6.

ASSEMBLY

a
b
b

10 Nm

20 Nm

40 Nm secure with glue

1. Fit a new or inspected diaphragm in the cover. Make sure that the diaphragm is
in the groove and fitted the right way down.
2. Lubricate the surface (a) with vaseline or lanolin.

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Check that the number on the cover and the bottom is the same.

WARNING

The high pressure accumulator is marked with uneven numbers and the low
pressure accumulator with even numbers.
HP

LP

3. Lubricate the threads of the bottom with vaseline or lanolin.

4. Screw the bottom all the way in and tighten it with the special tool to a torque of
150 Nm.
D When the pressure accumulator diaphragm is changed, the O--rings (b) should
also be changed.

Check the wear limit marks of the threads always after tightening (150 Nm) of the bottom.
If the mark (I) in the bottom remains after the tightening between the dot (S) and the mark
(R) in the cover, the thread is in order.
If the mark (I) in the bottom goes beyond the mark (R), are the threads of the accumulator
cover and bottom too much worn. Replace the accumulator and discard the old one.
A worn--out or damaged pressure accumulator must be discarded
immediately.
WARNING

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7.

FILLING
The only allowable filling gas is nitrogen (N2).

WARNING

Do not fill an unchecked or a too worn accumulator.

WARNING

You can refill the accumulator while mounted to the rock drill.

7.1. Pressure accumulator filling device

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N2
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.

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Accumulator body
Filling valve
Locking nut
Cap
Quick coupling stem
Quick coupling sleeve
Hose
Accumulator pressure gauge
Gas bottle pressure gauge
Pressure reducing valve
Pressure regulating valve
Shut--off valve
Adapter
Seal
Elbow adapter

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7.2. Filling instruction

1. Remove the cap (4).
2. Screw the elbow adapter (15) to the filling valve (2).
3. Push the quick coupling sleeve (6) onto the stem (5).
4. Undo the locking nut (3).
5. Turn the pressure regulating valve (11) open.
6. Open the nitrogen bottle valve (12). The gauge (9) indicates the pressure in the
bottle.
7. Adjust the pressure in the low pressure accumulator to 5 -- 10 bar by turning the
regulating valve (11). Gauge (8) indicates the pressure in the accumulator.
8. Adjust the pressure in the H.P. accumulator with the pressure control valve (11),
according to the instructions. Gauge (8) indicates the pressure in the accumulator.
Max. pressure is marked on the accumulator.
9. Adjust the pressure of the stabilizer accumulator with the pressure control valve,
according to the instructions. Gauge (8) indicates the pressure in the accumulator.
10. Close the filling valve (2) by turning the locking nut (3).
11. Close the nitrogen bottle valve (12).
12. Turn the pressure regulating valve (11) open.
13. Disconnect the quick couplings (5) and (6).
14. Release the elbow adapter (15) from the filling valve (2).
15. Mount the checking gauge (0--10 bar) in to the low pressure accumulator filling
valve (2) and by opening the locking nut (3) let the pressure flow out until the gauge
shows 3 -- 5 bar.
16. Tighten the locking nut (3) to 20 Nm.
17. Refit the cap (4).
18. Assure the tightness of the accumulator by immersing it in water. Dry the
accumulator carefully for example with compressed air.
19. If the accumulator is not taken into use directly, release the pressure and store it
in a dry place protected from dirt.

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7.3. Filling pressures of accumulators

7.3.1.

Low pressure accumulator (LP)

Low pressure accumulator damps hydraulic vibrations in the return line. It also prevents
cavitation in return lines and channels. To get the optimum result of LP--accumulator, gas
pressure should be half of the return line pressure. Normally it is from 3 to 5 bars.
7.3.2.

High pressure accumulator (HP)

The main function of high pressure accumulator is to store pressurised oil during the
return stroke of the piston. This stored pressure can be utilized during the next piston
stroke. Another vital function is to dampen vibrations. HP--accumulator gas pressure
should be related to the set max. percussion pressure according to graph below.

Stem-- type diaphragm

100
90

Filling pressure

80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
100

120

140

Upper limit

160

180

200

220

Percussion pressure

Lower limit

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Normal (stemless) diaphragm

100
90

Filling pressure

80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0

100

120

140

Upper limit

160

180

200

220

Percussion pressure

Lower limit

7.3.3.

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Pressure of stabilizer accumulator

HLX5 T . . . . . . . . . .

8 bar

HFX5 T . . . . . . . . . .

8 bar

HLX5 LT . . . . . . . .

30 bar

HL 800 T . . . . . . . . .

30 bar

HL 1500 . . . . . . . . .

50 bar

HL 1560 T . . . . . . .

40 bar

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8.

MOUNTING THE PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR ON THE ROCK

DRILL
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See Hydraulic rock drill, repair instructions.

1. Before mounting the accumulator on the rock drill, remove the cover plugs from
the accumulator connection port, and clean the joint surfaces both in the
accumulator and in the rock drill.
2. Check that the bolts move easily in their threads in the drill body. Lubricate the
threads of the bolts.
3. Fit the O--ring and the gasket.
4. Tighten the pressure accumulator bolts in two phases:
pretightening 100 Nm, final tightening 200 Nm.

Tightening of the four--bolt accumulator

The four--bolt accumulator must be tighten by using a cross-- tightening

method 1--3--2--4.
CAUTION

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