Omrgpreng 319
Omrgpreng 319
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OMRGPRENG.319
GRAPPLE
RAMMER RGP07R, RGP09R, RGP13R, RGP16R,
RGP18R, RGP20R, RGP23R, RGP28R, RGP33R,
RGP38R
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
1. Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1. Product specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
This manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Technical specifications RGP07R . . . . . 54
Important safety information . . . . . . . . . 5 Main dimensions RGP07R . . . . . . . . . . 55
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Technical specifications RGP09R . . . . . 56
Spare part orders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Main dimensions RGP09R . . . . . . . . . . 57
2. Machine numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Technical specifications RGP13R . . . . . 58
Model and serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Main dimensions RGP13R . . . . . . . . . . 59
3. Product introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Technical specifications RGP16R . . . . . 60
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Main dimensions RGP16R . . . . . . . . . . 61
Removal from package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Technical specifications RGP18R . . . . . 62
Lifting instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Main dimensions RGP18R . . . . . . . . . . 63
Main parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Technical specifications RGP20R . . . . . 64
Environmental protection and recycling Main dimensions RGP20R . . . . . . . . . . 65
policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Technical specifications RGP23R . . . . . 66
4. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Main dimensions RGP23R . . . . . . . . . . 67
General safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Technical specifications RGP28R . . . . . 68
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Main dimensions RGP28R . . . . . . . . . . 69
5. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Technical specifications RGP33R . . . . . 70
Operating instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Main dimensions RGP33R . . . . . . . . . . 71
Daily operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Technical specifications RGP38R . . . . . 72
Mounting and dismounting the product 31 Main dimensions RGP38R . . . . . . . . . . 73
Movement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 2. EC Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . 74
Special conditions of use . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
1. Greasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Recommended greases. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Greasing points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
2. Carrier hydraulic oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Requirements for hydraulic oil . . . . . . . 40
Oil cooler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
1. Routine maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Inspection and maintenance by the
operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Inspection and maintenance by the
dealer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Maintenance intervals in special
applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Other maintenance procedures . . . . . . . 48
2. Replacing wear plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Tightening torque for wear plates . . . . . 49
Removal of wear plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Installation of wear plates . . . . . . . . . . . 50
3. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Jaw does not move . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Excessive moving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Oil leakage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Product does not rotate . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Further assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
RGP07R, RGP09R, RGP13R, RGP16R, RGP18R, RGP20R,
RGP23R, RGP28R, RGP33R, RGP38R
OPERATION
1. FOREWORD
R010265
1.3 WARRANTY
The customer is provided with a separate warranty sheet, where the export warranty
terms are explained. Check always that this warranty sheet is provided with the
product. If not, contact your local dealer immediately.
INSTALLATION INSPECTION
An installation inspection must be carried out after the product has been installed on
the carrier. During the installation inspection, certain specifications (operating
pressure, oil flow, etc.) are checked so that they are within given limits. See
“Product specifications” on page 54.
2. MACHINE NUMBERS
1
S/N
Demolition tool
2 Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy, Taivalkatu 8, 15170 LAHTI, FINLAND
7
Serial number
10
6
Manufactured Max rotation oil flow (l/min)
11
MB010163
1 Demolition tool
2 Serial number
3 Model
4 Weight (kg)
5 Min working weight (kg)
6 Manufactured
7 Max cylinder pressure (bar)
8 Max rotation pressure (bar)
9 Max cylinder oil flow (l/min)
10 Max rotation oil flow (l/min)
11 Manufactured by
3. PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
3.1 OVERVIEW
The product is a hydraulically operated grapple. It can be used on any carrier which
meets the necessary hydraulic and mechanical installation requirements.
Warning! To avoid falling objects, do not use the product to lift other products.
The lifting points located on the product frame are to be used solely to lift or
handle the product itself.
The maximum allowed total weight is shown on the product's identification plate
and specification page. See “Product specifications” on page 54. If the weight
exceeds the maximum allowed total weight shown on the identification plate and
specification page, you will have to use other lifting points/methods than originally
provided on the product.
The other threaded holes on the product are intended for handling single parts only.
You must not lift the entire assembly by using these threaded holes. For handling
the parts, see product workshop documentation for suitable lifting methods and
lifting adapters.
Failure to properly tighten the screw before allowing load pressure on the
lifting eye may cause lifting eye to break and free fall of the product.
If you use mechanical tools for tightening, make sure not to overstrain the shank.
Before lifting, make sure that the rope and/or hook is stretched.
When two lifting points are used, the lifting capacity depends on the angle of the
lifting chains. The angle should not be less than 45°, as shown in the illustration.
When the lifting eye screws are tightened, both rings should be aligned.
The loading capacity calculation applies to temperatures between -10 °C (14 °F)
and 40 °C (104 °F).
Before reuse of lifting eye screws, make sure there are no surface flaws (for example
pits, voids, folds and seams, deformation of the ring, missing or broken threads,
rust, etc.).
The local, national safety standards for machines and lifting-tackles must always be
strictly observed.
Note: The lifting eye must always be removed from the product and replaced with
a screw before operation.
G010014
Lifting devices must safely carry the working weight of the product. See “Product
specifications” on page 54.
MB010015
Note: The lifting eye screws must always be removed from the product and replaced
with a screw before operation.
E C
B
D
MB010022
A. Mounting bracket
B. Jaw
C. Thrust bearing
D. Wear plates
E. Cylinder
4. SAFETY
Warning! Read the following warning messages carefully. They tell you of
different hazards and how to avoid them. If proper precautions are not taken,
you or others could be seriously injured.
MANUALS
Study this manual before installing, operating or maintaining the product. If there is
anything you do not understand, ask your employer or your local dealer to explain
it. Keep this manual clean and in good condition.
The related safety label on the product and the text on the label are shown below.
"IGNORING INSTRUCTIONS HAZARD
Faulty handling practice could cause death or serious injury.
Read and follow the instructions in the operator's manual."
WARNING
IGNORING
INSTRUCTIONS HAZARD
Faulty handling practice could
cause death or severe injury.
Read and follow the instructions
in the operator’s manual.
169410_ENG-3
R010348
CLOTHING
You can be injured if you do not wear proper clothing. Loose clothing can get
caught in the machinery. Wear protective clothing to suit the job.
Examples are: a safety helmet, safety shoes, safety glasses, well-fitting overalls,
ear-protectors and industrial gloves. Keep cuffs fastened. Do not wear a necktie or
scarf. Keep long hair restrained.
PRACTICE
You and others can be killed or injured if you perform unfamiliar operations without
practicing them first. Practice away from the job site, in a clear area.
Keep other people away. Do not perform new operations until you are sure you can
do them safely.
COMMUNICATIONS
Bad communications can cause accidents. Keep people around you informed of
what you will be doing. If you will be working with other people, make sure they
understand any hand signals you will be using.
Worksites can be noisy. Do not rely on spoken commands.
WORKSITE
Worksites can be hazardous. Inspect the site before working on it.
Check for potholes, weak ground, hidden rocks, etc. Check for utilities (electric
cables, gas and water pipes, etc.). Mark the positions of cables and pipes.
Poor visibility can cause accidents and damage. Make sure that visibility and
lighting in the working area are adequate.
Worksites can be noisy. Wear ear protection to prevent personal injury.
R010214
SAFETY BARRIERS
Unguarded product in public places can be dangerous. Place barriers around
machinery to keep people away.
AIRBORNE POLLUTANTS
The related safety label on the product and the text on the label are shown below.
"DUST HAZARD
Breathing dust will cause death or severe injury.
Always wear approved respirator."
DANGER
DUST HAZARD
Breathing dust will cause death
or severe injury.
Always wear approved
respirator.
169410_ENG-1
R010349
Airborne pollutants are microscopic particles, which will damage your health when
inhaled. Aiborne pollutants on construction sites can be for example silica dust, oil
fumes or diesel exhaust particles, visible or invisible. Especially in demolition sites,
there may be other dangerous substances, such as asbestos, lead paints or other
chemical substances.
The effect of airborne pollutants may be immediate if the substance is poisonous.
The main danger with airborne pollutants comes from long term exposure, where
particles are inhaled but not removed from the lungs. The disease is called silicosis,
asbestosis or other, and will result in death or serious injury.
To protect yourself from airborne pollutants, always keep excavator doors and
windows closed during operation. Excavators with pressurized cabins should be
utilized in product operation. Proper maintenance of fresh air filters of the excavator
is essential. Where pressurized cabins are not available, proper respirators must be
utilized.
Stop working when bystanders are in the area of airborne pollutants and make sure
they have proper respirators. Respirators are as important for bystanders as hard
hats.Respirators for both operator and bystanders must be approved by the
respirator manufacturer for the application in question. It is essential that the
respirators protect from the tiny dust particles which cause silicosis and which may
cause other serious lung diseases. Do not use the product until you are sure the
respirators are working properly. This means each respirator must be checked to
make sure that it is clean, that its filter has been changed, and to otherwise make sure
the respirator will protect in the way it is meant to.
Always make sure dust has been cleaned off your boots and clothes when you leave
your shift. The smallest particles of dust are the most harmful. They may be so fine
that you cannot see them. Remember, you MUST protect yourself and bystanders
from the danger of breathing or inhaling dust.
Always follow local laws and regulations for airborne pollutants in the working
environment.
WARNING
FLYING OBJECTS HAZARD
Fragments fly up to 40 m (130 ft)
and could cause death or severe
injury.
Stop operation when a
person enters hazard zone.
Wear approved personal
protective equipment.
169410_ENG-2
R010350
Protect yourself and your surroundings from flying debris. Do not operate the
product or carrier with people around it.
The European standard EN 474-1 on safety of earth-moving machinery requires that
adequate operator's protection, such as bullet proof glass, mesh guard or an
equivalent protection is used.
Keep the cabin windows and doors closed during operation. Window bars are
recommended to protect the windows from flying debris.
CRUSHING HAZARD
The safety label on the product is shown below:
"CRUSHING HAZARD
Contact with moving parts or material could cause death or severe injury.
Keep yourself and bystanders out of hazard zone."
G010031
PRODUCT LIMITS
Operating the product beyond its design limits can cause damage. It can also be
dangerous. See “Product specifications” on page 54.
Do not try to upgrade the product's performance by unapproved modifications.
HYDRAULIC FLUID
Fine jets of hydraulic fluid at high pressure can penetrate the skin. Do not use your
fingers to check for hydraulic fluid leaks. Do not put your face close to suspected
leaks. Hold a piece of cardboard close to suspected leaks and then inspect the
cardboard for signs of hydraulic fluid. If hydraulic fluid penetrates your skin, seek
medical help immediately.
Hot hydraulic fluid can cause severe injuries.
FIRE HAZARD
Most hydraulic fluids are flammable and might ignite when contacting hot surface.
Avoid spilling hydraulic fluid to hot surfaces.
Working with the product on certain materials can cause sparks and hot splinters to
get loose. These can ignite flammable materials around working area.
Ensure that adequate extinguisher is available.
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE
Hydraulic fluid at system pressure can injure you. Before disconnecting or
connecting hydraulic hoses, stop the carrier engine and operate the controls to
release pressure trapped in the hoses. During operation, keep people away from the
hydraulic hoses.
There might be pressurized oil trapped inside the product even if it is disconnected
from the carrier. Be aware of possible unexpected jaw movements while
maintaining product.
LIFTING EQUIPMENT
You can be injured if you use faulty lifting equipment. Make sure that lifting
equipment is in good condition. Make sure that the lifting tackle complies with all
local regulations and is suitable for the job. Make sure that the lifting equipment is
strong enough for the job and you know how to use it.
Do not use this product or any of its parts for lifting. Contact your carrier dealer to
find out how to lift with your carrier.
SPARE PARTS
Use only genuine spare parts. The use of other spare part brands may damage the
product.
PRODUCT CONDITION
Defective product can injure you or others. Do not operate product which is
defective or has missing parts.
Make sure the maintenance procedures in this manual are completed before using
the product.
METAL SPLINTERS
You can be injured by flying splinters when driving metal pins in and out. Use soft-
faced hammer or drifts to remove and fit metal pins, such as pivot pins. Always wear
safety glasses.
RGP07R
Demolition tool
IGNORING DUST HAZARD FLYING OBJECTS HAZARD
Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy, Taivalkatu 8, 15170 LAHTI, FINLAND
Faulty handling practice could or severe injury. and could cause death or severe
Model Max cylinder pressure (bar)
cause death or severe injury. injury.
Always wear approved Weight (kg) Max rotation pressure (bar)
Read and follow the instructions respirator. Stop operation when a
in the operator's manual. person enters hazard zone. Min working
weight (kg)
Max cylinder oil flow (l/min)
169410_ENG-3 169410_ENG-1
MB010151
RGP13R
Demolition tool
Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy, Taivalkatu 8, 15170 LAHTI, FINLAND
or severe injury. Faulty handling practice could and could cause death or severe Model Max cylinder pressure (bar)
169410_ENG-1 169410_ENG-3
MB010152
RGP16R
Demolition tool
Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy, Taivalkatu 8, 15170 LAHTI, FINLAND
DUST HAZARD IGNORING FLYING OBJECTS HAZARD
Breathing dust will cause death INSTRUCTIONS HAZARD Fragments fly up to 40 m (130 ft) Serial number
or severe injury. Faulty handling practice could and could cause death or severe
Model Max cylinder pressure (bar)
protective equipment.
Manufactured by: MANTOVANIBENNE srl
n° 6, Via Righi - 41037 MIRANDOLA (Mo) ITALY
169410_ENG-1 169410_ENG-3
MB010148
RGP18R
Demolition tool
DUST HAZARD IGNORING FLYING OBJECTS HAZARD Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy, Taivalkatu 8, 15170 LAHTI, FINLAND
Breathing dust will cause death INSTRUCTIONS HAZARD Fragments fly up to 40 m (130 ft)
or severe injury. Faulty handling practice could and could cause death or severe Serial number
protective equipment.
Manufactured Max rotation oil flow (l/min)
169410_ENG-1 169410_ENG-3
MB010132
RGP23R
Demolition tool
DUST HAZARD IGNORING FLYING OBJECTS HAZARD Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy, Taivalkatu 8, 15170 LAHTI, FINLAND
Breathing dust will cause death INSTRUCTIONS HAZARD Fragments fly up to 40 m (130 ft)
Serial number
or severe injury. Faulty handling practice could and could cause death or severe
cause death or severe injury. injury. Model Max cylinder pressure (bar)
in the operator's manual. person enters hazard zone. Min working Max cylinder oil flow (l/min)
weight (kg)
protective equipment.
Manufactured by: MANTOVANIBENNE srl
n° 6, Via Righi - 41037 MIRANDOLA (Mo) ITALY
169410_ENG-1 169410_ENG-3
MB010149
RGP28R
Demolition tool
Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy, Taivalkatu 8, 15170 LAHTI, FINLAND
or severe injury. Faulty handling practice could and could cause death or severe Model Max cylinder pressure (bar)
169410_ENG-1 169410_ENG-3
MB010147
RGP33R
Demolition tool
Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy, Taivalkatu 8, 15170 LAHTI, FINLAND
DUST HAZARD IGNORING FLYING OBJECTS HAZARD
Breathing dust will cause death INSTRUCTIONS HAZARD Fragments fly up to 40 m (130 ft) Serial number
or severe injury. Faulty handling practice could and could cause death or severe Model Max cylinder pressure (bar)
169410_ENG-1 169410_ENG-3
MB010153
Demolition tool
Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy, Taivalkatu 8, 15170 LAHTI, FINLAND
DUST HAZARD
Breathing dust will cause death
or severe injury.
Always wear approved
respirator.
169410_ENG-1
IGNORING
INSTRUCTIONS HAZARD
Faulty handling practice could
cause death or severe injury.
Read and follow the instructions
in the operator's manual.
169410_ENG-3
MB010112
5. OPERATION
RECOMMENDED USE
The grapple is designed for use in handling and recycling. For more information,
contact your local dealer.
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Principles of installation
Almost all carriers meeting mechanical and hydraulic requirements can be used to
operate products. See “Product specifications” on page 54. The product is installed
on the carrier much in the same manner as installing a bucket or other attachments.
A flange-mounted products requires also a separate mounting bracket.
The products is connected to a carrier's hydraulic circuit with an installation kit. If
the carrier is already fitted with an installation kit, the installation requires only
suitable hoses and fittings. For product installation, secondary relief valves in the
bucket cylinder circuit and the carrier auxiliary circuit are needed. If the carrier does
not have a suitable kit to run attachments, one must be built. This may require a
more complex installation, including new piping and additional valves such as a
flow control valve or pressure relief valve.
Suitable kits can be ordered from the manufacturer or their local dealers, carrier
manufacturers and their dealers, or a third party suppliers.
Hydraulic oil
In general, the hydraulic oil originally intended for the carrier can be used with this
product.
Operating temperature
The operating temperature is -20 °C (-4 °F) to 80 °C (176 °F). If you must work in
a temperature lower than -20 °C (-4 °F), the product must be preheated before any
operation can begin. Start the operation with low hydraulic flow.
Note: The temperature of the hydraulic oil must be monitored. Ensure that oil grade
and monitored oil temperature together guarantee correct oil viscosity.
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
The operation of the product is based on a static force produced by the hydraulic
cylinder of the product. To increase the product's working life, pay particular
attention to correct working methods.
Warning! Protect yourself and your surroundings from flying debris and
collapsing concrete frames. Do not operate the product or carrier with people
around it.
The product, as a standard assembly, must not be used under water. It must be
adapted for underwater applications. Contact your local dealer for more
information on underwater use.
After operating the product under water or in environments close to the sea,
carefully wash the product. Subsequently disassemble the hinges and carefully
clean the pins and bushings to remove all traces of oxidation. Lastly, grease the
disassembled parts.
MB010031
■ Prepare the carrier for normal excavation work. Move the carrier to the required
position. Set the drive to neutral.
■ Set the engine speed to the recommended engine RPM.
■ NOTICE! Carefully operate the carrier controls to place the product and boom
into the working position. Quick and careless boom movements can result in
damage to the product.
MB010122
■ Use a safety screen to protect the operator from flying debris. Keep the cabin
windows and doors closed during operation.
MB010121
MB010120
■ When operating the product, make sure that it does not make contact with the
carrier boom or hydraulic lines.
MB010119
■ Do not operate product with the carrier's boom stick or bucket cylinders at the
end of their stroke (either fully extended or retracted). Damage to the carrier
may result.
MB010118
■ When the jaws are closed, the cylinder rod is exposed. The operator must take
care not to hit the rod with concrete or iron bars. Damage to the cylinder rod
may cause rod seal breakage and oil leaks.
MB010117
■ Getting steel frame or rebar between jaws and cylinder rod clevis can cause
damage to the cylinder rod or jaws. To avoid cylinder damage, always remove
demolition debris from the housing.
MB010116
■ To avoid a dangerous fall, ensure that the structure your carrier is on is strong
enough to support it
MB010113
■ To prevent the spread of dust during operation, constantly keep the working
area damp with water jets.
m
20
MB010114
■ Stay more than 10 meters (33 feet) away from live, overhead electric cables
with any part of the machine.
MB010115
■ The bearings must be well greased during operation. Make regular inspections
during operation. If no grease is visible, the bearings require more frequent
greasing. If bearings are covered with excessive grease, they require less
frequent greasing.
Warning! The product must be secured from falling over when disconnecting
it from the carrier. Only use a skilled operator to position the carrier for the
removal!
Warning! Hydraulic pressure inside the product must always be released
before opening hose connections!
Warning! Hot hydraulic fluid can cause severe injuries!
Warning! The thrust bearing must be locked to prevent the product from
rotating during maintenance or transportation.
1. Position the product horizontally on the floor.
MB010123
2. Stop the carrier engine. Operate the boom and product controls to release
pressure trapped inside hoses.
3. Close the product shut-off valve. If quick couplers are used, disconnection
automatically closes product lines. If the line includes ball valves, make sure
that they are closed.
4. Disconnect the hoses. Protect the environment from oil spills. Plug the hoses.
MB010082
MB01024
MB010085
Warning! The residual air in the hoses must always be removed before
operation!
1. Remove the cotter pins and take out the locking pins.
MB010038
2. Install the product in the same manner as mounting a bucket. Install bucket pins.
MB01025
3. Connect the hoses. An installation inspection must be carried out after the
product has been mounted on the carrier. During installation inspection, certain
specifications (operating pressure, oil flow, etc.) are checked so that they are
within given limits. See “Product specifications” on page 54.
4. Open the ball valves.
5. Remove the air from the hoses by carefully operating the crusher cylinder.
Open and close the empty jaws several times.
Note:
■ If the lines going to the opening and closing connection have two different
pressure values, connect the line with the highest pressure (which should not
exceed the max. value) to the connection fitting jaw closing and the lower
pressure line to the connection fitting jaw opening, in order to have the
maximum clamping force.
■ Remove the cap from the fitting of the hydraulic hoses connecting the excavator
and the crusher.
■ Make sure that the hose fittings are perfectly clean and dust-free, and attach
them to the machine by tightening the screws or the fittings.
Note:
■ The hydraulic rotation motor can operate with the drainage outlet plugged if,
during activation, the back-pressure on the drainage branch during operation is
not greater than 15 bar (218 psi).
■ At first installation, check the backpressure value on the return branch of the
rotation system, activating the hydraulic rotation in both directions.
■ If the measured back pressure is greater than 15 bar (218 psi), connect a
drainage line that connects the drainage attachment of the motor to the tank.
■ The drainage attachment of the motor, normally plugged, is located on the
bottom of the motor (see illustration).
1&4” GAS
MB010101
5.4 MOVEMENT
The transportation and parking positions are shown below. When moving the
carrier, ensure that the product is not too close to the carrier.
MB010126
In case of special conditions of use, contact your local dealer for instructions.
5.6 STORAGE
MB010127
4. Apply grease to all product parts. Protect mounting bracket, pin holes and pivot
ends with an anticorrosive agent.
5. Seal connections with clean plugs to prevent oil leakage and dirt from getting
into the couplings.
6. Make sure the product cannot fall over.
LUBRICATION
1. GREASING
MB020005
GRAPPLE PARTS
1. Always grease before operation and after every 8 hours of operation.
2. Adapt greasing interval and amount of grease to working conditions.
Insufficient greasing or improper grease may cause abnormal wear of parts.
THRUST BEARING
1. Grease adequately after every 40...80 hours of operation.
2. Adapt greasing interval and amount of grease to working conditions.
3. Apply grease from grease gun to grease nipples. It is important to rotate the
thrust bearing during lubrication. Complete the lubrication after rotation.
Insufficient greasing or improper grease may cause abnormal wear of parts.
Note: Use only grease specified for thrust bearing.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
In general, the hydraulic oil originally intended for the carrier can be used with this
product. However, since working with the product heats the oil more than with the
usual excavation work, the temperature of the oil must be monitored.
If the temperature of the hydraulic oil exceeds 80 °C (176 °F), an auxiliary oil cooler
is needed. The oil viscosity must be between 1000-20 cSt while the product is being
used.
When the product is used continuously, the temperature of the hydraulic oil
normalizes at a certain level depending on conditions and on the carrier. The
temperature in the tank must not exceed the maximum allowed.
The product must not be started if the ambient temperature is below freezing and
the oil is very thick. The machine must be moved to bring the oil temperature above
0 °C (32 °F) before working can start (viscosity 1000 cSt or 131 °E).
OIL SPECIFICATIONS
The table below shows hydraulic oils recommended for product use. The most
suitable oil is selected in such a way that the temperature of the hydraulic oil in
continuous use is in the ideal area on the chart and the hydraulic system is used to
best advantage.
Note: We strongly recommend the use of different hydraulic oils in the summer and
in the winter if there is an average temperature difference of more than 35 °C (95
°F). The correct hydraulic oil viscosity is thus ensured.
SPECIAL OILS
In some cases, special oils (for example biological oils and nonflammable oils) can
be used with the product Observe the following aspects when considering the use
of special oils:
■ The viscosity range in the special oil must be in the given range (1000-20 cSt).
■ The lubrication properties must be sufficient.
■ The corrosion resistance properties must be good enough.
Note: Although a special oil could be used in the carrier, always check its suitability
with the product Contact the oil manufacturer or your local dealer for more
information about special oils.
Malfunction of valves
■ Binding spools.
■ Rapid wear of parts.
■ Blocking of small holes.
Note: Component damage is only a symptom. The trouble itself will not be cured
by removing the symptom. After any component damage due to impurities in the
oil, the entire hydraulic system must be cleaned. Dismantle, clean and reassemble
the product and change the hydraulic oil.
MAINTENANCE
1. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
1.1 OVERVIEW
This product is a precision-made hydraulic machine. Therefore, great care and
cleanliness should be taken when handling any of the hydraulic components. Dirt is
the worst enemy in hydraulic systems.
Handle the parts carefully and remember to cover any cleaned and dried parts with
a clean, lint-free cloth. Do not use anything other than purpose-designed materials
for cleaning hydraulic parts. Never use water, paint thinners or carbon tetrachloride.
Components, gaskets and seals in the hydraulic system should be oiled with clean
hydraulic oil before assembly.
Remember to grease the product parts regularly, according to the instructions in this
manual.
Prior to maintenance or inspection, operate all the control levers to their fully
extended stroke. This will release pressure within the hydraulic piping and prevent
unexpected movement of the jaw and loss of oil through the hydraulic lines.
Close the jaws during maintenance or inspection. If you must leave the jaws
open, remember to block the jaws to prevent them from closing.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
1. Check the hydraulic hoses and hose connections. Tighten if necessary.
2. Check the wear plates for wear and fastening. Tighten bolts or replace plates, if
necessary. See “Replacing wear plates” on page 49.
3. Check the grease nipples.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
1. Check the main body for wear.
2. Check the pins and bushings for wear.
3. Check the cylinder rod, seals and connection points for wear. Tighten if
necessary.
4. Observe hydraulic oil temperature for all lines and connections.
5. Check that the product works smoothly by operating the jaws.
6. Tighten connections, if necessary.
The product, as a standard assembly, must not be used under water. It must be
adapted for underwater applications. Contact your local dealer for more
information on underwater use.
A used wear plate can be recycled. Contact your dealer for more information
about local regulations of recycling.
Note: Wear plates should be changed in order to avoid wearing of the base material.
Both edges can be used by reversing wear plates.
1. Position the attachment on level ground.
2. Support the grapple jaws.
3. Clean the wear plates and the base.
4. Open and remove screws and nuts.
MB030035
3. TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
1. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Specification
Minimum working weight1 620 kg (1367 lb)
Weight 525 kg (1157 lb)
Max. jaw opening 1500 mm (59.06 in)
Jaw width 600 mm (23.62 in)
Operating pressure 200...250 bar (2900...3625 psi)
Oil flow 20...30 l/min (5.3...7.9 gal/min)
Hose connections 1/2" GAS
Operating pressure, rotation 130...150 bar (1885...2175 psi)
Oil flow, rotation 15...20 l/min (4.0...5.3 gal/min)
Connections, rotation 1/2" GAS
Optimum oil temperature 40...60 °C (104...140 °F)
Allowed oil temperature range -20...80 °C (-4...176 °F)
Optimum oil viscosity at operating 20...45 cSt
temperature
Allowed oil viscosity range 20...1000 cSt
Carrier weight2 5..8 t (11000..17600 lb)
1. Weight of unit with applicable jaws and standard bracket
2. Check carrier's lifting capacity from carrier manufacturer
1130
1310
600
1090
430
1650
25 95 95 95 95
80
430
170
220
170
Ø18, 14 pcs
65 65
80
25
MB040032
Item Specification
Minimum working weight1 700 kg (1543 lb)
Weight 610 kg (1345 lb)
Max. jaw opening 1650 mm (64.96 in)
Jaw width 600 mm (23.62 in)
Operating pressure 250...300 bar (3625...4350 psi)
Oil flow 20...30 l/min (5.3...7.9 gal/min)
Hose connections 1/2" GAS
Operating pressure, rotation 130...150 bar (1885...2175 psi)
Oil flow, rotation 15...20 l/min (4.0...5.3 gal/min)
Connections, rotation 1/2" GAS
Optimum oil temperature 40...60 °C (104...140 °F)
Allowed oil temperature range -20...80 °C (-4...176 °F)
Optimum oil viscosity at operating 20...45 cSt
temperature
Allowed oil viscosity range 20...1000 cSt
Carrier weight2 7...11 t (15400...24300 lb)
1. Weight of unit with applicable jaws and standard bracket
2. Check carrier's lifting capacity from carrier manufacturer
1130
1310
600
1090 498
1650 29 110 110 110 110
29
125
130
550
130
125
Ø21, 16 pcs
MB040033
Item Specification
Minimum working weight1 820 kg (1808 lb)
Weight 725 kg (1598 lb)
Max. jaw opening 1700 mm (66.93 in)
Jaw width 800 mm (31.50 in)
Operating pressure 300...320 bar (4350...4640 psi)
Oil flow 20...30 l/min (5.3...7.9 gal/min)
Hose connections 1/2" GAS
Operating pressure, rotation 130...150 bar (1885...2175 psi)
Oil flow, rotation 15...20 l/min (4.0...5.3 gal/min)
Connections, rotation 1/2" GAS
Optimum oil temperature 40...60 °C (104...140 °F)
Allowed oil temperature range -20...80 °C (-4...176 °F)
Optimum oil viscosity at operating 20...45 cSt
temperature
Allowed oil viscosity range 20...1000 cSt
Carrier weight2 10...15 t (22000...33100 lb)
1. Weight of unit with applicable jaws and standard bracket
2. Check carrier's lifting capacity from carrier manufacturer
1140
1340
800
1100 498
1700 29 110 110 110 110
29
125
130
550
130
125
Ø21, 16 pcs
MB040034
Item Specification
Minimum working weight1 1330 kg (2932 lb)
Weight 1150 kg (2535 lb)
Max. jaw opening 2000 mm (78.74 in)
Jaw width 750 mm (29.53 in)
Operating pressure 300...350 bar (4350...5075 psi)
Oil flow 50...60 l/min (13.2...15.9 gal/min)
Hose connections 3/4" GAS
Operating pressure, rotation 130...150 bar (1885...2175 psi)
Oil flow, rotation 30...40 l/min (7.9...10.6 gal/min)
Connections, rotation 1/2" GAS
Optimum oil temperature 40...60 °C (104...140 °F)
Allowed oil temperature range -20...80 °C (-4...176 °F)
Optimum oil viscosity at operating 20...45 cSt
temperature
Allowed oil viscosity range 20...1000 cSt
Carrier weight2 14...18 t (30900...39700 lb)
1. Weight of unit with applicable jaws and standard bracket
2. Check carrier's lifting capacity from carrier manufacturer
1340
1550
750
1300
620
2000
36 137 137 137 137
25
142.5
142.5
620
142.5
142.5
Ø25, 16 pcs
MB040035
Item Specification
Minimum working weight1 1400 kg (3086 lb)
Weight 1220 kg (2690 lb)
Max. jaw opening 2000 mm (78.74 in)
Jaw width 900 mm (35.43 in)
Operating pressure 300...350 bar (4350...5075 psi)
Oil flow 50...60 l/min (13.2...15.9 gal/min)
Hose connections 3/4" GAS
Operating pressure, rotation 130...150 bar (1885...2175 psi)
Oil flow, rotation 30...40 l/min (7.9...10.6 gal/min)
Connections, rotation 1/2" GAS
Optimum oil temperature 40...60 °C (104...140 °F)
Allowed oil temperature range -20...80 °C (-4...176 °F)
Optimum oil viscosity at operating 20...45 cSt
temperature
Allowed oil viscosity range 20...1000 cSt
Carrier weight2 16...20 t (35300...44100 lb)
1. Weight of unit with applicable jaws and standard bracket
2. Check carrier's lifting capacity from carrier manufacturer
1340
1550
900
1300
620
2000
36 137 137 137 137
25
142.5
142.5
620
142.5
142.5
Ø25, 16 pcs
MB040036
Item Specification
Minimum working weight1 1480 kg (3263 lb)
Weight 1300 kg (2866 lb)
Max. jaw opening 2000 mm (78.74 in)
Jaw width 1000 mm (39.37 in)
Operating pressure 300...350 bar (4350...5075 psi)
Oil flow 50...60 l/min (13.2...15.9 gal/min)
Hose connections 3/4" GAS
Operating pressure, rotation 130...150 bar (1885...2175 psi)
Oil flow, rotation 30...40 l/min (7.9...10.6 gal/min)
Connections, rotation 1/2" GAS
Optimum oil temperature 40...60 °C (104...140 °F)
Allowed oil temperature range -20...80 °C (-4...176 °F)
Optimum oil viscosity at operating 20...45 cSt
temperature
Allowed oil viscosity range 20...1000 cSt
Carrier weight2 18...22 t (39700...48500 lb)
1. Weight of unit with applicable jaws and standard bracket
2. Check carrier's lifting capacity from carrier manufacturer
1340
1550
1000
1300
620
2000
36 137 137 137 137
142.5 25
142.5
620
142.5
142.5
Ø25, 16 pcs
MB040037
Item Specification
Minimum working weight1 1570 kg (3461 lb)
Weight 1390 kg (3064 lb)
Max. jaw opening 2100 mm (82.68 in)
Jaw width 1000 mm (39.37 in)
Operating pressure 300...350 bar (4350...5075 psi)
Oil flow 50...60 l/min (13.2...15.9 gal/min)
Hose connections 3/4" GAS
Operating pressure, rotation 130...150 bar (1885...2175 psi)
Oil flow, rotation 30...40 l/min (7.9...10.6 gal/min)
Connections, rotation 1/2" GAS
Optimum oil temperature 40...60 °C (104...140 °F)
Allowed oil temperature range -20...80 °C (-4...176 °F)
Optimum oil viscosity at operating 20...45 cSt
temperature
Allowed oil viscosity range 20...1000 cSt
Carrier weight2 21...25 t (46300...55100 lb)
1. Weight of unit with applicable jaws and standard bracket
2. Check carrier's lifting capacity from carrier manufacturer
1370
1600
1200
1430
620
2000
36 137 137 137 160
25
142.5
142.5
620
142.5
142.5
Ø29, 16 pcs
MB040038
Item Specification
Minimum working weight1 2315 kg (5104 lb)
Weight 2100 kg (4630 lb)
Max. jaw opening 2230 mm (87.80 in)
Jaw width 1200 mm (47.24 in)
Operating pressure 300...350 bar (4350...5075 psi)
Oil flow 70...80 l/min (18.5...21.1 gal/min)
Hose connections 3/4" GAS
Operating pressure, rotation 130...150 bar (1885...2175 psi)
Oil flow, rotation 30...40 l/min (7.9...10.6 gal/min)
Connections, rotation 1/2" GAS
Optimum oil temperature 40...60 °C (104...140 °F)
Allowed oil temperature range -20...80 °C (-4...176 °F)
Optimum oil viscosity at operating 20...45 cSt
temperature
Allowed oil viscosity range 20...1000 cSt
Carrier weight2 25...30 t (55100...66100 lb)
1. Weight of unit with applicable jaws and standard bracket
2. Check carrier's lifting capacity from carrier manufacturer
1490
1745
1300
1400
700
2230
30 160 160 160 160
30
160 160 160 160
700
Ø29, 16 pcs
MB040039
Item Specification
Minimum working weight1 2530 kg (5578 lb)
Weight 2315 kg (5104 lb)
Max. jaw opening 2240 mm (88.19 in)
Jaw width 1300 mm (51.18 in)
Operating pressure 300...350 bar (4350...5075 psi)
Oil flow 70...80 l/min (18.5...21.1 gal/min)
Hose connections 3/4" GAS
Operating pressure, rotation 130...150 bar (1885...2175 psi)
Oil flow, rotation 30...40 l/min (7.9...10.6 gal/min)
Connections, rotation 1/2" GAS
Optimum oil temperature 40...60 °C (104...140 °F)
Allowed oil temperature range -20...80 °C (-4...176 °F)
Optimum oil viscosity at operating 20...45 cSt
temperature
Allowed oil viscosity range 20...1000 cSt
Carrier weight2 30...35 t (66100...77200 lb)
1. Weight of unit with applicable jaws and standard bracket
2. Check carrier's lifting capacity from carrier manufacturer
1500
1770
1300
1420
700
2240
30 160 160 160 160
30
160 160 160 160
700
Ø29, 16 pcs
MB040040
Item Specification
Minimum working weight1 2610 kg (5754 lb)
Weight 2390 kg (5269 lb)
Max. jaw opening 2240 mm (88.19 in)
Jaw width 1350 mm (53.15 in)
Operating pressure 300...350 bar (4350...5075 psi)
Oil flow 70...80 l/min (18.5...21.1 gal/min)
Hose connections 3/4" GAS
Operating pressure, rotation 130...150 bar (1885...2175 psi)
Oil flow, rotation 30...40 l/min (7.9...10.6 gal/min)
Connections, rotation 1/2" GAS
Optimum oil temperature 40...60 °C (104...140 °F)
Allowed oil temperature range -20...80 °C (-4...176 °F)
Optimum oil viscosity at operating 20...45 cSt
temperature
Allowed oil viscosity range 20...1000 cSt
Carrier weight2 35...40 t (77200...88200 lb)
1. Weight of unit with applicable jaws and standard bracket
2. Check carrier's lifting capacity from carrier manufacturer
1500
1770
1350
1455
700
2240
30 160 160 160 160
30
160 160 160 160
700
Ø29, 16 pcs
MB040041
2. EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Rammer grapple
Model: RGP07R
Model: RGP09R
Model: RGP13R
Model: RGP16R
Model: RGP18R
Model: RGP20R
Model: RGP23R
Model: RGP28R
Model: RGP33R
Model: RGP38R
to which this declaration relates, conforms to the Basic Safety and Health Requirements of Directive 2006/42/
EC.
Harmonized standards applied: EN474-1; EN474-5; EN12100-1; EN12100-2
Other standards applied: ISO 10567/92; ISO 7451/83; SAE J1097; DIN 15019; DIN 24086
Issuer of technical dossier: M.M Via A. Righi, 6 41037 Mirandola (MO) Italy
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