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AXERA 5 THC 560 DRILLING HYDRAULICS
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
SANDVIK MINING AND CONSTRUCTION LYON S.A.S.

19, av. De Lattre de Tassigny
B.P. 46 - 69881 MEYZIEU cedex, FRANCE
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CONTENTS
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GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.
SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.
CONTROLS OF THE THC 560 DRILLING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.1. Controls of the THC 560 drilling system, TB and B26 boom . . . . .
3.2. Controls of the THC 560 drilling system, B26NV boom . . . . . . . . . .
3.3. Common functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4. TB and B26 boom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5. B26NV boom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1. General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2. Layout of the valve blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3. Percussion and feed control block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4. Antijamming and return automatics control block . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.5. Rotation control block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.6. Feed pressure control block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.7. Rotation speed adjusting block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.8. Impulse cylinders control block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.1. Filtering of hydraulic fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2. Air filtering of hydraulic oil tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3. Cooling of hydraulic system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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7.
OPERATION OF SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1. Oil temperature of drilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2. Reading diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2.1. Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3. Free circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.1. Rotation circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.2. Percussion and feed circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.4. Rotation, feed and percussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.4.1. Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.4.2. Feed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.4.3. Percussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.5. Drilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.5.1. Collaring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.5.2. Drilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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7.6.
7.7.
7.7.1.
7.7.2.
7.8.
7.8.1.
7.9.
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Antijamming automatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flushing flow control (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Impulse cylinder controlled return automatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The function of the return automatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual control of fast feed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.1. Threading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.2. Loosen the bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.3. Separate flushing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.4. Using diesel engine for running rock drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.5. Optional controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ADJUSTMENTS OF HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9.1. Adjusting percussion main valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.2. Adjustments of variable displacement pump (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.3. Adjusting pilot control pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.4. Adjusting the max. pressure of rotation circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.5. Adjusting antijamming pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.6. Adjusting percussion halfpower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.7. Adjusting percussion fullpower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.8. Adjusting feed pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.9. Adjusting feed pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.10. Adjusting feedpercussion monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.11. Adjusting fast feed max. pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.12. Adjusting fast feed max. speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.13. Adjusting rotation speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.14. Bleeding of the impulse cylinder block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.14.1. Adjusting the pressure switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.14.2. Bleeding of the impulse cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.15. Bleeding of the pressure switch (12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.16. Adjusting percussion hour meter pressure switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.17. Adjustment of stabilizer pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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10. TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
10.1. General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
10.2. Pumps (1) and (50) do not rotate at all, or their speed is not
normal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
10.3. Variable displacement pump (1) rotates normally, but the settings
of its regulator are not normal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
10.3.1. Flow regulator (A) value deviates from the set value 22 bar . . . . . . . . 89
10.3.2. Pressure regulator (B) value deviates from the set value 225 bar . . . 91
10.4. Percussion not working at all . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
10.5. Percussion is on always when the powerpack or the diesel engine
is running . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
10.6. Percussion fullpower max. pressure too high . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
10.7. Percussion fullpower max. pressure too low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
10.8. Percussion halfpower pressure too high . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
10.9. Percussion halfpower pressure too low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
10.10. Feed not working at all (drilling) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
10.11. Drilling feed pressure too low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
10.12. Drilling feed pressure too high . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
10.13. Manually controlled fast feed not working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
10.14. Manually controlled fast feed too slow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
10.15. Manually controlled fast feed too fast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
10.16. Rotation pressure too low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
10.17. Rotation pressure too high during drilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
10.18. Rotation speed regulation not working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
10.19. Return automatics fast feed not working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
10.20. Electric system troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
10.21. Main reference values (factory settings) for troubleshooting . . . . 104

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GENERAL
These instructions describe the testing and adjusting procedures, and the operating
principle of the THC 560 drilling hydraulic system.
To clarify the operating principle in different situations, flowcharts with colour codes
accompany the explanations.
Tamrock Service is always willing to give advice and help in any service problems.
2.
SAFETY
Always follow WARNING- marked instructions. Do all your work
carefully.
WARNING
Service and adjustment procedures are only allowed to persons who

have been given specific service training. Read the control panel
adjusting instructions before making any adjustments on it.
WARNING
Do not touch pressurized hydraulic hoses. They may have unnoticeable

cracks letting out thin sprays of oil that may penetrate through the skin.
WARNING
The oil circulating in the hydraulic system is hot enough to cause severe
burns on the skin.
WARNING
CAUTION
Observe absolute cleanliness when disassembling or assembling

hydraulic equipment. Blow all parts clean with pressurized air and wipe
them with clean, non-fluffy cloth before assembling.
Take care of waste oil according to the local regulations.
CAUTION

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CONTROLS OF THE THC 560 DRILLING SYSTEM
3.1. Controls of the THC 560 drilling system, TB and B26 boom
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05
06 07
01
02
08
04
03
01
02
03
04
09
05
06
07
08
16
15
10
11 12
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16
17
13 14
18
18
15
14
13
12
11
01
Rotation pressure gauge
10
Rotation control lever
02
Percution pressure gauge
11
Percussion control lever
03
Feed pressure gauge
12
Feed control lever
04
Water pressure gauge
13
Air / water flushing control lever
05
Boom lift and swing lever
14
Fast feed control lever
06
Boom zoom and head rotation lever
15
Feed force regulating knob
07
Feed tilt and swing lever
16
Automatic return switch
08
Feed extention and divergence lever
17
Power pack switch
09
Rotation speed control knob
18
Emergency stop push button

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3.2. Controls of the THC 560 drilling system, B26NV boom
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05
06 07
08
04
01
02
03
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02
03
04
09
05
06
07
08
19
16
15
18
10
11 12
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16
17
13 14
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14
13
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12
11
01
11
Percussion control lever
02
Percution pressure gauge
12
Feed control lever
03
Feed pressure gauge
13
Air / water flushing control lever
04
Water pressure gauge
14
Fast feed control lever
05
Boom lift and swing lever
15
Feed force regulating knob
06
Boom zoom and head rotation lever
16
Automatic return switch
07
Feed tilt and swing lever
17
Power pack switch
08
Feed extention and angle lever
18
Emergency stop push button
09
Rotation speed control knob
19
Divergence lever
10
Rotation control lever

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3.3. Common functions
Turn the switch into the STARTposition and

release to start the powerpack.
Powerpack running.
Turn the switch into the Oposition to stop

the powerpack.
Drilling without returnautomatics selected.
Drilling with returnautomatics selected.
Automatic return before reaching front limit.

Turn the selector switch right and release it
to middle position.

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Push emergency stop button to stop the

powerpacks, the compressor and the waterpump

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Push lever forward to rotating clockwise (thread

opening).
Pull lever backwards to rotating counterclockwise (drilling).
Push lever for full percussion (used to loosen

the bit).
Pull lever backwards to activate percussion in

drilling.
Push lever forward to activate feed backwards.
Pull lever backwards to activate feed forward.

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Push lever forward to activate air flushing.
Pull lever backwards to activate water flushing.
Push lever forward to activate fast feed backwards.
Pull lever backwards to activate fast feed forwards.

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Turn clockwise to increase rotation speed.

Turn counterclockwise to decrease rotation
speed.
Turn clockwise to increase feed pressure.

Turn counterclockwise to decrease feed pressure.

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3.4. TB and B26 boom

Boom lowering
Boom swing right

Boom swing left
Boom lifting
Boom zoom out
Boom head rotation

clockwise
Boom head rotation
counterclockwise
Boom zoom in

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Feed tilt down
Feed swing right

Feed swing left
Feed tilt up
Feed transfer forward
Bolting cylinder in
Bolting cylinder out
Divergence up
Divergence down
Feed transfer
backwards

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(OPTION)
Push lever forward to close Pito jaws
Pull lever backwards to open Pito jaws

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3.5. B26NV boom

Boom lowering
Boom swing right

Boom swing left
Boom lifting
Boom zoom out
Boom head rotation

clockwise
Boom head rotation
counterclockwise
Boom zoom in

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Feed tilt down
Feed swing right

Feed swing left
Feed tilt up
Feed transfer forward
Feed angle right

Feed angle left
Feed transfer
backwards

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Push lever forward to divergence down
Pull lever backwards to divergence up

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HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS
4.1. General
The return automatics system has been controlled by impulse cylinders.
Before any maintenance or adjusting operations, identify the construction of the return
automatics (see the picture below).
M
S
Impulse cylinders

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4.2. Layout of the valve blocks
Main valve blocks :

- Percussion and feed control block
- Anti jamming and return automatics control block
- Rotation control block
- Feed pressure control block
- Impulse cylinders control block
These valve blocks are located on machines carrier, see following pages for details.

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4.3. Percussion and feed control block
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M3
137
8
M6
M8
25
M9
23
M2
A
M2
M7
10 6
16
M1
15
2
43
No
Component
Tightening torque
[Nm] (for the cap)
2. Percussion line pressure compensator

6. Percussion halfpower pressure relief valve
8. Feed / percussion monitoring valve
9. Orifice (percussion)
200215
50
33,9
10. Shuttle valve
33.9
15. Shuttle valve
33.9
16. Shuttle valve
33.9
23. Feed directional valve
22
25. Max. pressure relief valve for feed line A
40
43. Pilot pressure regulating valve

136. Pressure reducing and relieving valve for stabilizer pressure
(option)
137. Control valve for stabilizer pressure (option)

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30
19
M2
M8
24
M6
B
M3
T3
42
X4
M5
A1
LS2
X6
X1
X5
X2
X3
M4
P1
P5
No
Component
3. Percussion main valve
LS1
Tightening torque
[Nm] (for the cap)
50
4. Percussion selector valve
33,9
5. Percussion pressure selector valve
33,9
7. Percussion max. pressure relief valve
33.9
18. Sequence valve
33.9
19. Nonreturn valve
33,9
24. Max. pressure relief valve for feed line B
40
29. Feed LS line selector valve
33.9
30. Fast feed max. pressure relief valve
33.9
42. Shuttle valve
33.9

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4.4. Antijamming and return automatics control block
34
M2
M1
Y47
M3
39
36
37
38
35
Tightening
torque Nm
Coil tightening torque Nm
34. Antijamming valve
8.9
35. Shuttle valve
33.9
36. Shuttle valve
33.9
37. Shuttle valve
33.9
38. Shuttle valve
33.9
39. Return automatics selector valve
33.9
6.8
No
Component

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4.5. Rotation control block
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56
52.
53.
55.
56.
57.
52
1 : Entry element
2 : Controls element
3 : Locker plate
Pressure compensator
Rotation directional valve
Rotation max pressure relief valve
Flow control valve
Nonreturn valve
Tightening torques of valves

Valve number
Tightening torque
55

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4.6. Feed pressure control block

20
44
32
No
Tightening torque
[Nm] (for the cap)
Component
20. Feed pressure regulating valve
33,9
32. Return circuit selector valve for feed LS line
33,9
44. Directional valve
33,9
4.7. Rotation speed adjusting block
59
60
P1
No
Component
P2
Tightening torque
[Nm] (for the cap)
59. Rotation speed regulating valve
33,9
60. Shuttle valve
33,9

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4.8. Impulse cylinders control block
123
125
121
126
T
127
124
F1
118
R1
MR
119
MF
120
No
Component
Tightening torque
[Nm] (for the cap)
118. Pressure relief valve (rear)
22
119. Pressure relief valve (front)
22
120. Orifice / impulse circuit (rear)
10
121. Orifice / impulse circuit (front)
10
123. Pressure switch (front)
124. Nonreturn valve (front)
20
125. Pressure switch (rear)
126. Nonreturn valve (rear)
20
127. Pressure regulator / relief valve
65

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
5.1. Filtering of hydraulic fluid

The system uses pressure and return filtering. Pressure filtering is used in the pump (1)
circuit only, but return flow filtering is common to both pumps (1 and 50).
Hosemounted filter (112) with filtering capacity of 20 m abs. is used for pressure
filtering. If the pressure difference over the filter rises over 2.5 bar, the indicator light H611
on the indicator light panel goes on, indicating that the filter element should be replaced.
The filtering unit body is also equipped with bypass valve that opens if the pressure
difference exceeds 3.5 bar.
The return flow of both pumps passes through the return filter (113). The return filter is
mounted on the tank. The filtering capacity of the return filter element is 10 m abs. If the
pressure difference over the filter rises higher than 2 bar, the indicator light H607 on the
indicator light panel goes on, indicating that the filtering element should be replaced. The
filtering unit body is also equipped with bypass valve that opens if the pressure difference
exceeds 2.4 bar.
The manufacturers recommendation for the purity class of the system is 17/13 according
to the ISO standard.
If the oil is cold (below +30C), both pressure and return oil filter
monitoring are bypassed to avoid unnecessary alarms caused by the
high viscosity of cold oil.
CAUTION
5.2. Air filtering of hydraulic oil tank

The hydraulic oil tank is also equipped with an air filter. Its filtering capacity is 5 mm. This
filter has no monitoring indicators but, to ensure the cleanness of hydraulic oil, it should
be replaced according to the service instructions.
5.3. Cooling of hydraulic system

The oil returning from the various actuators (except leakage oil) is gathered together in
common return line using a collector tube (115). From the collector tube (115) the return oil
is led through the cooler (114) and the return oil filter (113) into the hydraulic oil tank (110).
The oil cooler (114) is always in operation when water flushing is on. The cooling capacity
of the cooler can be increased by opening the ball valve (132) at the cooler.
The hydraulic system is also equipped with monitoring system for the hydraulic oil
temperature. The oil temperature in the tank is measured by sensor (111). This
temperature sensor stops the powerpack if the temperature rises higher than +75C. At
the same time, the signal light H610 in the warning light panel goes on.

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COMPONENTS
Hydraulic system with impulse cylinder controlled return automatics

28
20
102
44
33
33
S71
103
102
31
14
S70
PP
14
62
PP
61
59
62
58
35
34
35
34
P1
P2
38
61
101
WPM
P
100
36
M1
X1
60
36
37
P2
60
22
X3
54
54
TO SHANK LUBRICATION
(ALTERNATIVE)
138
37
X5
M3
29
M1
30
29
137
136
P3
136
16
X3
P1
15
X3
12
18
M3
42
LS2FROM
THE
43
43
57
56
13
13
FROMBOOM
THE CONTROL
BOOMVALVE
CONTROL
VALVE
42
X6
M8
21
21
M4
8
8
18
11
A1
19
10
M5
10
15
X2
M9
12
11
M10
19
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION
HOUR METER
M11
A2
S126
M6
30
137
16
S190
56
S126
138
X5
X4
X4
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION
THEMETER
PRESSURE
HOUR
51 51
(ALTERNATIVE)
26
39
T
26
X1
Y47
P1
22
M2
X2
39
59
T2
100
38
T1
23
A B
S72
58
T3
2523
A B
WPM P
32
24
101
28
X2
25
103
31
X1
24
32
20
44
P5
57
M7
TO THE BOOM
CONTROL (PI)
LS1
M2
T3
TO THE BOOM
CONTROL (PI)
52
52
55 55
5353
OUT
OUT
FROM CARRIER
112
112
FROM
CARRIER
CIRCUIT
CIRCUIT
IN
IN
OUT
OUT
117
117
B BIN
IN
116
116
OUT
OUT
11
115
115
50
50
IN
IN
IN IN
133
133
122
122
S80
119
124
124
F2
F1
F2
F1
129
129
MF
MF
120
125
118
120
125
118
126
126MR
MR
S81
127
127
119
S81
123121121
S80
123
OUT
OUT
114
114 132
132
A2/B2
K2/K4
A2/B2
111
111
K2/K4
A1/B1
A1/B1
R1
R1
110
110
R1
R1
130
130

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T4
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113
113
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Variable displacement pump
Output for percussion, feed, boom hydraulics,and pilot control
Percussion line pressure compensator
Keeps percussion pressure constant, irrespective of variations

in input pressure
Percussion main valve
Control oil flow to rock drill, controlled by percussion selector

valve (4)
Percussion selector valve
Opens and closes percussion main valve (3) according to pilot

control valve (14)
Percussion pressure selector valve Selects half or full power percussion
Percussion halfpower pressure

relief valve
Determines pressure level for percussion half power
Percussion max. pressure relief

valve
Determines percussion max. pressure
Feed/percussion monitoring valve
Determines pressure difference between feed and percussion
Orifice
Restricts oil flow in percussion LS line
10
Shuttle valve
Directs percussion, feed, or boom LS signal to variable displ.

pump
11
Percussion pressure gauge
Indicates percussion line pressure
12
Pressure switch
Switches on percussion hour meter
13
Percussion mechanism
14
Percussion pilot control valve
Turns percussion on for drilling and threadloosening
15
Shuttle valve
Directs pressure from percussion pilot valve (14) to percussion

selector valve (4)
16
Shuttle valve
Directs pressure from percussion pilot valve (14) or feed pilot

valve (31) to percussion pressure selector valve (5)
18
Sequence valve
Determines min. percussion pressure when drilling at full power
19
Nonreturn valve
Prevents oil flow from feed pressure to percussion LS line
20
Feed pressure regulating valve
Determines feed pressure for collaring and in full power drilling, affects not only feed pressure but also percussion pressure (feed/percussion monitoring)
21
Feed pressure gauge
Indicates feed pressure
22
Feed line pressure compensator
Keep feed pressure constant, irrespective of input pressure

variations
23
Feed directional valve
Directs oil flow to feed according to pilot valves (31) and (33)
24
Feed line B max. pressure relief

valve
25
Feed line A max. pressure relief

valve
26
Shuttle valve
28
29
Feed cylinder
Feed LS line selector valve
30
Fast feed max. pressure relief

valve
Directs oil flow in LS line of feed directional valve

Selects normal feed pressure or fast feed pressure according
to pilot valves (31) and (33)
Determines max. pressure for fast feed movement

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28
20
102
44
33
32
103
31
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
58
34
35
(ALTERNATIVE)
36
22
26
37
61
138
S126
38
59
29
39
30
137
136
60
16
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION
HOUR METER
54
51
11
7
9
5
12
15
19
21
10
8
18
13
42
FROM
THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
56
57
TO THE BOOM
CONTROL (PI)
52
55
53
OUT
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
112
IN
OUT
117
BIN
116
OUT
115
50
IN
IN
114
X
P
133
122
S80
F2
127
124
F1
129
119
MF
118
120
126
MR
125
S81
121
123
A2/B2
111
K2/K4
A1/B1
R1
110
R1
130

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31
Feed pilot control valve
32
Selector valve for feed LS line

return circuit
33
Fast feed pilot control valve
Determines fast feed speed and direction
34
Antijamming valve
Controls feed direction in an antijamming situation
35
Shuttle valve
Directs pressure information of feed pilot valve (31) to percussion pressure selector valve (5) and to feed LS line selector
valve (29)
36
Shuttle valve
Directs pressure information of feed pilot valve (31) to percussion pressure selector valve (5) and to feed LS line selector
valve (29)
37
Shuttle valve
Directs pressure information of feed pilot valve (31) or fast feed

control valve (33) to feed directional valve (23) (reverse feed)
38
Shuttle valve
39
42
43
Return automatics selector

valve
Shuttle valve
Pilot pressure regulating valve
Directs pressure information of feed pilot valve (31), fast feed

pilot valve (33), or return automatic to feed directional valve (23)
Controls feed directional valve (23) according to the value set by
pilot pressure regulating valve (43)
Directs LS signal of feed or boom circuit to variable displ. pump
Sets pilot circuit pressure
44
Directional valve
Directs oil flow into the tank or into the feed circuit
50
51
52
53
54
55
Gear pump
Pressure compensator
Rotation directional valve
Rotation mechanism
Rotation max. pressure relief
valve
Flow control valve
Nonreturn valve
Rotation pilot control valve
Rotation speed regulating valve
Shuttle valve
Orifice
Orifice
Output of oil flow to rotation circuit

Indicates rotation pressure
Keeps rotation speend constant, irrespective of load
Controls oil flow to rotation motor (54)
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
100
101
102
103
110
111
112
Determines feed speed and direction, and sets percussion to full

power for drilling
Selects correct return line automatically for forward/reverse feed
Determines max. pressure in rotation line
Prevents oil flow back to pump (50)

Determines direction of rotation
Sets rotation speed to desired value
Directs pilot control pressure info to rot. speed regul. valve (59)
Restricts oil flow to directional valve of rotation (53) and to rotation speed regulating valve (59)
Controls water flow to rock drill
Controls air flow to rock drill
Opens/closes water or air control valve
Water control valve

Air control valve
Selector valve for separate
flushing
Shuttle valve
Activates either automatic or separate water flushing
Hydraulic oil tank
Hydraulic oil temperature gauge
Pressure filter
Filters oil coming from variable displacement pump (1)

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28
20
102
44
33
32
103
31
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
58
34
35
(ALTERNATIVE)
36
22
26
37
61
138
S126
38
59
29
39
30
137
136
60
16
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION
HOUR METER
54
51
11
7
9
5
12
15
19
21
10
8
18
13
42
FROM
THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
56
57
TO THE BOOM
CONTROL (PI)
52
55
53
OUT
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
112
IN
OUT
117
BIN
116
OUT
115
50
IN
IN
114
X
P
133
122
S80
F2
127
124
F1
129
119
MF
118
120
126
MR
125
S81
121
123
A2/B2
111
K2/K4
A1/B1
R1
110
R1
130

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113
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113
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
121
Return oil filter

Cooler
Collecting piece
Nonreturn valve
Nonreturn valve
Pressure relief valve
Pressure relief valve
Orifice
Orifice
122
Air filter / hydraulic tank
123
124
125
126
127
129
130
132
133
135
136
Pressure switch
Nonreturn valve
Pressure switch
Nonreturn valve
Pressure regulator / relief valve
Front impulse cylinder
Rear impulse cylinder
Ball valve
Pressure switch
Collecting piece
Pressure reducing and relieving
valve (option)
Control valve (option)
Pressure switch
137
138
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Filters return oil coming from drilling and carrier hydraulics

Oil cooler for drilling and carrier hydraulics return flows
For drilling and carrier hydraulics return flows
Prevents oil flow back to variable displacement pump
Prevents oil flow from drilling control circuit to carrier circuit
Determines pressure level for rear limit impulse cylinder
Determines pressure level for front limit impulse cylinder
Stabilizes rear limit impulse cylinder pressure
Stabilizes front limit impulse cylinder pressure
Monitors pressure of the front limit impulse cylinder
Prevents return flow from front limit impulse cylinder
Monitors pressure of the rear limit impulse cylinder
Prevents return flow from rear limit impulse cylinder
Limits feed pressure for front and rear limit impulse circuit
For extra cooling

Monitors minimum pressure in pressure chamber
For nonpressure circuit hydraulic return flows
Sets desired stabilizer pressure
Controls stabilizer pressure
Monitors stabilizer pressure

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7.
PAGE 37 (104)
OPERATION OF SYSTEM
7.1. Oil temperature of drilling

After cold start, hydraulic oil should be warmed up to drilling temperature before drilling
is started. This can be accomplished, for instance, by using an electric oil heater in the
tank.
The recommended oil temperature of the drilling is between 40 60 degrees (depending
on the type of the oil).
7.2. Reading diagrams

The following colors has been used in hydraulic diagrams for explaining different drilling
operations.
Blue
percussion
Dash blue percussion return line

Short dash blue percussion LSline
Red
feed
Dash red feed return line

Short dash red feed LSline
Green rotation
Dash green rotation return line

Short dash green rotation LSline
Yellow pilot control
Dash yellow pilot return line

Short dash yellow pilot line
Brown return automatics
Dash brown return automatics return line
Violet stabilizer
Dash violet stabilizer return line
7.2.1.
Valves
The number of the coil is colored red when the coil is activated.
Y5/Y6

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102
33
32
103
31
28
44
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
58
34
35
(ALTERNATIVE)
36
22
26
37
138
61
38
S126
29
59
30
39
137
136
60
16
54
51
11
7
9
5
12
15
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
56
52
21
10
18
19
13
42
FROM
THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
57
TO THE BOOM
CONTROL (PI)
55
53
OUT
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
112
IN
OUT
117
B IN
116
OUT
50
115
IN
IN
114
121
S80
123
F1
129
118
MFMR
132
133
127
119
124
F2
120
126
122
125
S81
OUT
A2/B2
K2/K4
A1/B1
111
R1
110
R1
130

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7.3. Free circulation

Free circulation means a situation where the powerpack is running, but no hydraulic
actuators are used.
7.3.1.
Rotation circuit
The rotation pump (50) sucks the oil from the tank (110) and gives the flow out into the
rotation circuit. The oil flow produced by the rotation pump (50) flows through the free
circulation valve (52) of the rotation directional valve (53), the oil collector (115), the cooler
(114) and the return oil filter (113) into the tank (110).
7.3.2.
Percussion and feed circuits
The variable displacement pump (1) takes oil in through the intake connection of the tank
(110) and pumps it into the percussion and feed circuits. As there is no consumption of
oil in these circuits during free circulation, it means that there is no pressure in the load
sensing line, either. The swash plate of the pump (1) is at 0 angle and the pump (1) is
merely maintaining a certain pressure (standby pressure) in the pressure line. The
standby pressure is regulated by the flow controller of the pump (1).
The pressure regulator / relief valve (43) regulates the pilot line pressure.

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20
28
44
102
32
33
103
31
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
35
34
58
(ALTERNATIVE)
36
22
26
37
138
61
S126
38
29
59
30
39
137
136
60
16
9
5
12
54
51
11
15
21
10
18
19
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
13
42
FROM
THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
56
57
TO THE BOOM
CONTROL (PI)
52
55
53
OUT
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
112
IN
OUT
117
B IN
116
OUT
50
115
IN
IN
114
121
S80
123
F1
129
133
127
119
124
F2
MFMR
118
120
122
125
A2/B2
126
R1
K2/K4
A1/B1
111
S81
R1
110
111
130

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7.4. Rotation, feed and percussion

7.4.1.
Rotation
When the control lever of the rotation pilot control valve (58) is locked into a back position
(rotation to counterclockwise), pilot pressure will be able to affect the port a of the rotation
directional valve (53) and to the port P1 of the rotation speed regulating valve (59).
When the rotation pilot control valve (58) is locked into the back position, pilot pressure
affects the port a of the rotation directional valve (53) and the port P1 of the rotation speed
regulating valve (59). The oil produced by the rotation pump now flows to the rotation
directional valve (53), the 3way compensator (52), the rotation pressure gauge (51), the
antijamming valve (34) and the rock drill rotation motor (54). In this situation, the 3way
compensator (52) is activated and it tries to keep the rotation speed of the rock drill at the
value set with the regulating valve (59)
The return flow from the rotation motor (54) passes through the connections B and T of
rotation directional valve (53), the collecting piece (115), the cooler (114), and the return
oil filter (113), and ends up in the tank (110).
The leak oil from rotation pilot control valve (58) and rotation speed regulating valve (59)
will be first directed to the collecting piece (135) and from there to the hydraulic oil tank
(110).
Oil flows also from the connection (X) of the rotation directional valve (53) to the
connection (P) of the control block of return automatics. From there oil flows through the
pressure reducing and relieving valve (127) and the check valve (124) to the pressure
switch (123), to the pressure relief valve (119) and to the front impulse cylinder (129),
through the check valve (126) to the pressure switch (125), to the pressure relief valve
(118) and to the rear impulse cylinder (130). Oil flows also through the orifices (121) and
(120) to the oil collector (135). From there oil flows to the hydraulic oil tank (110).

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28
44
102
32
33
103
31
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
58
34
35
(ALTERNATIVE)
36
22
26
37
138
61
38
S126
29
59
30
39
137
136
60
16
54
51
11
7
9
5
12
15
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
56
57
55
53
52
21
10
18
19
13
42
FROM
THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
TO THE BOOM
CONTROL (PI)
OUT
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
112
IN
OUT
117
116
OUT
B IN
50
115
IN
IN
114
127
118
119
124
F2
F1
129
MF
120
126
MR
125
S81
S80
121
A2/B2
K2/K4A1/B1T1/T3
T4
111
R1
132
133
122
123
OUT
110
R1
130

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PAGE 43 (104)
Feed
When the control lever of the feed pilot control valve (31) is locked into a back position,
(feed forward) pilot control pressure will be able to affect to control line d of the feed
directional valve (23) through the antijamming valve (34) and the shuttle valve (36). In
addition, the pilot pressure affects to the feed LS line selector valve (29) through the
shuttle valve (35), and to the percussion pressure selector valve (5) through the shuttle
valve (16). The pilot pressure affects also to the directional valve (44) via shuttle valve
(35).
The oil produced by the variable displacement pump (1) flows through the nonreturn
valve (116) and the pressure filter (112) to the port P1 of control block of drilling. From here
the oil continues to flow through the feed line pressure compesator (22) to the control
spool of feed directional valve (23) and from there to the feed line A max. pressure relief
valve (25) and through the connector A to the feed cylinder (28). From feed directional
valve (23) oil flows also to the spring housing of the feed line pressure compensator (22)
and through the shuttle valve (26) and the feed LS line selector valve (29) to the feed
pressure regulating valve (20). After the shuttle valve (26) the oil is able also to flow to the
feed pressure gauge (21) and through the shuttle valves (42) and (10) to the flow control
valve of variable displacement pump (1).
From connector P1 of control block of drilling the oil is able to flow to the pilot pressure
regulating valve (43) and from there to the rotation pilot control valve (58), the percussion
pilot control valve (14), the feed pilot control valve (31), the selector valve for separate
flushing (102), the fast feed pilot control valve (33) and the return automatics selector
valve (39) and the shank lubrication unit.
Oil from the feed cylinder (28) flows to the connection B of feed directional valve (23) and
from there still to feed line B max. pressure relief valve (24). From here oil flows through
the tank connector T3 of control block of drilling to the collecting piece (115), via the oil
cooler (114) to the return oil filter (113) and the oil tank (110)
The leak oil from the feed pilot control valve (31) is first directed to the collecting piece
(135) and from there to the hydraulic oil tank (110).

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32
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103
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24
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101
23
14
100
62
34
58
35
(ALTERNATIVE)
36
22
26
37
138
61
38
S126
29
59
30
39
137
136
60
16
54
51
11
7
9
5
12
4
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
56
52
21
10
18
15
19
13
42
FROM
THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
57
TO THE BOOM CONTROL

(PI)
55
53
OUT
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
112
IN
OUT
117
IN
116
OUT
50
115
IN
IN
114
121
S80
123
127
118
119
124
F2
F1
129
MF
120
126
MR
A2/B2
111
R1
132
133
122
125
S81
OUT
K2/K4
A1/B1
110
R1
130

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7.4.3.
PAGE 45 (104)
Percussion
When the percussion pilot control valve (14) is locked into the back position, pilot control
pressure affects the water control valve (100) through the shuttle valve (103), and turns
water flushing on.
Pilot control pressure also activates the pressure switch (12) of the operating hour meter,
and affects the percussion selector valve (4) through the shuttle valve (15). The
percussion selector valve (4) opens the percussion main valve (3), and the output of the
variable displacement pump flows through the nonreturn valve (116), the pressure filter
(112), the compensator (2), and the percussion main valve (3) to the percussion
mechanism (13). In addition, the percussion circuit pressure reaches the pressure relief
valve (6) for halfpower percussion, passing through the orifice (9) and the percussion
selector valve (5). After the orifice (9), the pressure also affects the pressure compensator
(2), and reaches the loadsensing line of the variable displacement pump (1) through the
the shuttle valve (10).
The pressure after the percussion main valve (3) also affects the percussion pressure
gauge (11).
The return flow from the rock drill (13) passes via the collecting piece (115), the cooler
(114), and the return oil filter (113) to the hydraulic oil tank (110). Leak oil from the
percussion pilot control valve (14) is directed first to the collecting piece (135) and from
there to the hydraulic oil tank (110).
When using rock drill with stabilizer oil flows also from the connection (P1) of the drilling
control block to the pressure reducing and relieving valve (136) and to the control valve
(137) of the stabilizer. The control valve (137) of the stabilizer is activated when using
loosening the thread function (the control lever of percussion in front position). In this
situation there is no control pressure in the stabilizer and the oil flows from the stabilizer
via the oil collector (115), the oil cooler (114), and the return filter (113) into the hydraulic
oil tank (110).

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44
33
32
103
31
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24
25
101
23
14
100
62
34
58
35
(ALTERNATIVE)
36
22
26
37
138
61
38
S126
29
59
30
39
137
136
60
16
54
51
11
7
9
5
12
4
21
10
18
15
19
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
13
42
FROM
THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
56
57
TO THE BOOM CONTROL
(PI)
52
55
53
OUT
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
112
IN
OUT
117
B IN
116
OUT
50
115
IN
IN
114
133
122
127
118
119
124
F2
F1
129
MF
120
126
MR
125
S81
121
S80
123
A2/B2
K2/K4
A1/B1T1/T3T4
111
R1
110
R1
130

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7.5. Drilling
7.5.1.
Collaring
Collaring is composition of rotation, feed and percussion. All these functions are described
in the chapter Rotation, feed and percussion.
With the THC 560 system, collaring can be done accurately and smoothly by using the
stepless feed and rotation speed, and feed pressure adjustments. In collaring, feed and
percussion are connected in parallel.
The control lever of feed pilot control valve (31) is used for selecting collaring and
fullpower drilling. The lever offers two operating ranges: halfpower and fullpower
drilling. On the lever movement, these two ranges are separated from one another by a
noticeable step. Fullpower drilling starts when this step is passed.
Drilling is started by locking the levers of the pilot control valves for rotation (58) and
percussion (14) into the back position. When the lever for the feed pilot control valve (31)
is pulled backwards, the rock drill moves at the desired speed until the drill bit has
sufficiently penetrated the rock. Fullpower drilling is started by locking the control lever
of the feed pilot control valve (31) into the back position.
Another method for collaring is to turn the feed pressure regulating valve (20) fully open
(counterclockwise) and then lock all three control levers (rotation, percussion and feed)
into the back position. Drilling starts now with half power, and continues so until the drilling
values are returned to correspond to fullpower drilling by turning the feed pressure
regulating valve (20). In this collaring method, percussion and feed are also all time
connected in series.
(137) of the stabilizer. The control valve (137) of the stabilizer is not activated during
collaring, drilling, antijamming automatics, return automatics or threading. In these
situation the oil flows through the control valve (137) to the pressure switch (138) and to
the stabilizer of the rock drill.

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44
102
33
32
103
31
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
34
58
35
(ALTERNATIVE)
36
22
26
37
138
61
38
S126
29
59
30
39
137
136
60
16
54
51
11
7
9
5
12
15
21
10
18
19
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
13
42
FROM THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
56
57
TO THE BOOM
CONTROL (PI)
52
55
53
OUT
112
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
IN
OUT
117
B IN
116
OUT
50
115
IN
IN
114
121
S80
123
F1
129
118
MF
120
126
MR
132
133
127
119
124
F2
122
125
S81
OUT
A2/B2
K2/K4
A1/B1
T1/T3
111
R1
110
R1
130

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7.5.2.
PAGE 49 (104)
Drilling
After successful collaring, fullpower drilling is started by locking the control lever of the
feed pilot control valve (31) into the back position. The percussion pressure selector valve
(5) changes its position and opens a connection through the sequence valve (18),
feed/percussion monitoring valve (8), and nonreturn valve (19) to the feed LS circuit.
Now, percussion and feed are connected in series, and percussion pressure depends on
feed pressure. The pressure difference between feed and percussion is determined by
the feed/percussion monitoring valve (8) and the sequence valve (18). The min. pressure
of percussion is determined by the sequence valve (18). The max. pressure of percussion
is determined by the percussion max. pressure relief valve (7).
collaring, drilling, antijamming automatics, return automatics or threading. In this
percussion
max.
feed
min.
Pressure difference
between feed and
percussion
Collaring
Adjusting range
of feedpercussion monitoring
Full power drilling

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102
33
32
103
31
28
44
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
34
58
35
(ALTERNATIVE)
36
22
26
37
138
61
38
S126
29
59
30
39
137
136
60
16
54
51
11
7
9
5
12
15
21
10
18
19
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
13
42
FROM
THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
56
57
TO THE BOOM CONTROL
(PI)
52
55
53
OUT
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
112
IN
OUT
117
B IN
116
OUT
50
115
IN
IN
114
121
S80
123
127
119
124
F2
F1
129
MF
118
120
126
MR
132
133
122
125
S81
OUT
A2/B2
R1
T4
K2/K4A1/B1T1/T3
111
110
R1
130

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7.6. Antijamming automatics

The antijamming system operates in a situation where the rotation pressure of the drill
rod rises above a set value due to, for instance, a fissure in the rock. In this situation, the
operation of the hydraulic system differs from normal as follows:
When rotation pressure rises above the value set with the antijamming valve (34), the
valve (34) changes its position. The pilot control pressure now reaches the port c of the
feed directional valve (23) through the shuttle valves (37) and (38). This means that the
feed directional valve (23) also changes its position, and feed pressure enters the feed
line B, and feed starts pulling backwards. Feed pressure also reaches the loadsensing
line of the variable displacement pump (1) through the LS channel of the feed directional
valve (23) and the shuttle valves (26), (42), and (10). After the nonreturn valve (26), the
pressure in the feed LS line also reaches the pressure gauge (21). As feed backwards is
on, the reversing pressure affects the tank line T1 of the feed pressure regulating valve
(20). In this situation, the feed pressure regulating valve (20) does not determine the max.
reversing pressure but it is determined by the max. pressure regulating valve (24) of the
feed line B of the feed directional valve (23).
During the reversing phase, the rock drill (13) operates with fullpower percussion. The
percussion pressure is restricted by the percussion max. pressure relief valve (7).
Feed reversing stays on until rotation pressure drops below the value set with the
antijamming valve (34). After this, the antijamming valve (34) changes its position and
the control pressure from the pilot control valve (31) reaches the control line d of the feed
directional valve (23) through the shuttle valve (36). The feed directional valve (23)
changes its position and feed pressure reaches the feed line A, whereby feed starts
forwards. Feed and percussion pressures are lower than normal, which is caused by the
lower feed resistance and the feed/percussion monitoring. Sequence valve (18) doesnt
allow the percussion pressure go under the setting value. The feed and percussion
pressures return to their normal set values as the feed resistance rises normal.
The return flow from the rock drill rotation motor (54) passes through the rotation
directional valve (53), the collecting piece (115), the cooler (114), and the return oil filter
(113), and ends up into the hydraulic oil tank (110).
The return flow from the percussion mechanism (13) passes through the collecting piece
(115), the cooler (114), and the return oil filter (113), ending up into the hydraulic oil tank
(110).
The return flow from the feed cylinder (28) passes through the feed directional valve (23),
the collecting piece (115), the cooler (114), and the return oil filter (113), and ends up into
the hydraulic oil tank (110).
The return flow from the control block of return automatics passes through the collecting
piece (135) and ends up into the hydraulic oil tank (110).
The leak oil of the pilot control valves (14), (31) and (58) is directed first to the collecting
piece (135) and from there to the hydraulic oil tank (110).

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102
33
32
103
31
28
44
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
34
58
35
(ALTERNATIVE)
36
22
26
37
138
61
38
S126
29
59
30
39
16
54
51
11
137
136
60
9
5
12
15
21
10
18
19
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
13
42
FROM THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
56
57
TO THE BOOM CONTROL
(PI)
52
55
53
OUT
112
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
IN
OUT
117
116
OUT
B IN
50
115
IN
IN
114
OUT
132
133
127
121
119
124
118
120
122
125
A2/B2
S81
S80
123
126
K2/K4A1/B1T1/T3
R1
110
F2
F1
129
MF
MR
T4
111
R1
130

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7.7. Flushing flow control (option)

7.7.1.
General
Flushing flow control is an optional function. When this function is required, the rig will be
supplied with a water flow meter in the flushing circuit. Each boom has its own separate
flushing flow meter.
7.7.2.
Function
When the water flow in the flushing circuit drops below the set value of the flow meter (for
example, due to lack of water or blocked drilling bit), the return automatics selector valve
(39) is activated which lets the pilot pressure affect the connection (C) of the feed
directional valve (23) via the shuttle valve (38).
Now there is pilot pressure at both connection (c) and (d) of the feed directional valve (23).
The pilot pressure at the connection (c) is higher than at the connection (d). The spool of
the directional valve (23) changes its position so that the rock drill starts to reverse until
the water flow is normal.

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102
33
32
103
31
28
44
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
34
58
35
36
(ALTERNATIVE)
22
26
37
138
61
38
S126
29
59
30
39
137
136
60
16
54
51
11
7
9
5
12
15
21
10
18
19
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
13
42
FROM THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
56
57
TO THE BOOM
CONTROL (PI)
52
55
53
OUT
112
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
IN
OUT
117
116
OUT
B IN
50
115
IN
IN
114
OUT
132
133
127
118
119
124
120
125
122
A2/B2
S81
121
S80
123
126
K2/K4A1/B1
R1
110
F2
F1
129
MF
MR
T1/T3
111
R1
130

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7.8. Impulse cylinder controlled return automatics

When return automatics is on and the rock drill reaches the front limit, starts the return
movement, with rotation turned on. As the rock drill reaches the rear limit, fast feed is
switched off and relay K70 is delaying by 0.2 sec and during this time the rotation of drill
rod stops. If the return automatics is desired to use without rotation, the control diode V19
in the JB 102box must be removed.
TMS
OPTION
FLUSH.OPT.
K76
K74
K73
K72
K71
K70
X1
14
14
13
12
12
12
12
12
11
10
10
10
9
8
V20
V19
V18
V17
V11
V10
18
17
16
16
15
7
7
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
K75
JB 102box
V19
X102B
Return automatics can also be used as an auxiliary function. In this case, the selector
switch S73 for return automatics must be turned to the right and then back, whereby the
rock drill starts return movement with rotation.
When the rock drill reaches the front impulse cylinder (129), the pressure switch (123/S80)
is activated, whereby percussion and feed control valves (14) and (31) are centralized (the
rotation pilot control valve (58) remains on). After that the control pressure in the said
control lines disappears, and the percussion selector valve (4) changes its position and
closes the percussion main valve (3).
Control pressure is also removed from the water control valve (100), and water flushing
is shuts off. The pressure switch (123/S80) activates the coil Y47 of the return automatics
selector valve (39), whereby the pilot control pressure regulated by the pilot control
pressure regulating valve (43) is able to reach the control line c of the feed directional valve
(23) through the return automatics selector valve (39) and the shuttle valve (38). In this
situation, the feed directional valve (23) immediately changes its position, and fast feed
is switched on.
Feed pressure also reaches the load sensing line of the variable displacement pump (1)
through the shuttle valve (26), (42), and (10), and after the shuttle valve (26), also the feed
pressure gauge (21). Fast feed backwards is on until the rear impulse cylinder (130) is
activated the limit switch (125/S81) . At the same time, the rotation pilot control valve (58)
is centralized, and rotation is turned off, also fast feed to backwards stops.
The return flow from the rock drill rotation motor (54) passes through the rotation
directional valve (53), the collecting piece (115), the cooler (114), and the return oil filter
(113), into the hydraulic oil tank (110).

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the collecting piece (115), the cooler (114), and the return oil filter (113), into the hydraulic
oil tank (110).
The return flow from the control block of return automatics passes trough the collecting
piece (135) and ends up into hydraulic oil tank (110).
The leak oil of the pilot control valves (14), (31) and (58) is directed first to the collecting
piece (135) and from there to the hydraulic oil tank (110).
7.8.1.
The function of the return automatics
START OF
DRILLING
FRONT LIMIT
REAR LIMIT
ON
PERCUSSION
S70
FEED
S71
OFF
ROTATION
S72
OFF
FRONT LIMIT
S80
REAR LIMIT
S81
FAST FEED
BACKWARDS
Y47
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
FORWARDS
DRILLING
ROCK DRILL
MOVEMENT
FAST FEED
BACKWARDS
BACKWARDS

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PAGE 57 (104)
When using rock drill with stabilizer oil flows from the connection (P1) of the drilling
collaring, drilling, anti jamming automatics, return automatics or threading. In these
situations the oil flows through the control valve (137) to the pressure switch (138) and
to the stabilizer of the rock drill.

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44
102
33
103
31
28
32
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
34
58
35
36
(ALTERNATIVE)
22
26
37
138
61
38
S126
29
59
30
39
137
136
60
16
54
51
11
7
9
5
12
15
21
10
18
19
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
13
42
FROM
THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
56
57
TO THE BOOM CONTROL
(PI)
52
55
53
OUT
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
112
IN
OUT
117
116
OUT
B IN
50
115
IN
IN
114
OUT
T1/T3
T4
132
133
122
127
119
124
118
120
125
126
A2/B2
K2/K4A1/B1
111
S81
121
S80
123
R1
110
F2
F1
129
MF
MR
R1
130

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7.9. Manual control of fast feed

The manual control of fast feed is a proportional function, i.e. the inclination angle of the
control lever for the fast feed pilot control valve (33) determines the speed of fast feed (the
bigger the angle the faster the speed). The control lever of the fast feed pilot control valve
(33) centralized by a spring. Manual control of fast feed can, for instance, be used for
flushing drilled holes.
During fast feed (forwards) the system operates as follows:
Rotation and percussion are not on in this situation, as the rotation pilot control valve (58)
and the percussion pilot control valve (14) are in the central position. Free circulation of
rotation is explained in chapter Free circulation.
When the control lever of the fast feed pilot control valve (33) is pulled to the back position,
pilot control pressure passes through the shuttle valve (36) to the control line d of the feed
directional valve (23). Now, the spool of the feed directional valve (23) changes its
position, and the pressure from the percussion circuit passes through the compensator
(22) and the feed directional valve (23) to the feed line A, and to the feed cylinder (28).
Feed pressure also passes through the shuttle valves (26), (42), and (10) to the load
sensing line of the variable displacement pump (1), and after the shuttle valve (26) to the
feed pressure gauge (21). The max. feed pressure of fast feed forwards is restricted by
the max. pressure relief valve (25) for the feed line A of the feed directional valve, and by
the fast feed max. pressure relief valve (30) for fast feed backwards.
the collecting piece (115), the cooler (114), and the return oil filter (113), and ends up into
the hydraulic oil tank (110).
The leak oil of the pilot control valve (33) is directed first to the collecting piece (135) and
from there to the hydraulic oil tank (110).
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28
44
102
32
33
103
31
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
34
58
35
(ALTERNATIVE)
36
22
26
37
138
61
38
S126
29
59
30
39
16
54
51
11
137
136
60
9
5
12
15
21
10
18
19
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
13
42
FROM THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
56
57
TO THE BOOM CONTROL
(PI)
52
55
53
OUT
112
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
IN
OUT
117
116
OUT
B IN
50
115
IN
IN
114
133
127
121
119
124
118
120
126
122
125
A2/B2
S81
S80
123
111
R1
K2/K4A1/B1
110
F2
F1
129
MF
MR
R1
130

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8.
PAGE 61 (104)
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
8.1. Threading
Threading means a situation where the drill rod is threaded on or off with a rock drill shank.
Threading is done with the control levers for the rotation pilot control valve (58) and the
feed pilot control valve (31).
In threading, the system operates as follows:
Rotation is turned on by pulling back the control lever of the rotation pilot control valve (58)
(if required, the speed of rotation can be adjusted with the regulating valve (59) for rotation
speed). Pull the control lever of the feed pilot control valve (31) backwards to feed the rock
drill forwards at a speed that corresponds to the thread pitch. Keep the feed speed
constant throughout the threading operation. Feed pressure can be adjusted suitable with
the feed pressure regulating valve (20) (normal feed pressure for drilling can be used as
the basic setting).
The hydraulic functions of rotation and feed are explained in chapter Rotation, feed and
percussion.
When using rock drill with stabilizer oil flows from the connection (P1) of the drilling
During threading, rotation pressure must be kept below the
antijamming activation pressure. If the pressure rises to this value, feed
direction is reversed.
CAUTION

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20
102
44
33
32
103
31
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
58
34
35
(ALTERNATIVE)
36
22
26
37
138
61
38
S126
29
59
30
39
16
54
51
11
137
136
60
9
5
12
15
21
10
18
19
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
13
42
FROM THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
56
57
TO THE BOOM CONTROL
(PI)
52
55
53
OUT
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
112
IN
OUT
117
116
OUT
B IN
50
115
IN
IN
114
OUT
132
133
127
119
124
F2
F1
129
MF
118
120
126
MR
125
A2/B2
S81
121
S80
123
122
K2/K4
A1/B1
111
R1
110
R1
130

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8.2. Loosen the bit

When the percussion pilot control valve (14) is locked into the front position, pilot control
pressure affects into the percussion selector valve (4) through the shuttle valve (15) and
also into the percussion pressure selector valve (5) through the shuttle valve (16). The
percussion pressure selector valve (5) changes position and opens the serie connection
between feed and percussion. The percussion selector valve (4) opens the percussion
main valve (3), and the output of the variable displacement pump (1) flows through the
nonreturn valve (116), the pressure filter (112), the compensator (2), and the percussion
main valve (3) into the percussion mechanism (13). After the orifice (9), the pressure
affects into the pressure compensator (2), and reaches the loadsensing line of the
variable displacement pump (1) through the the shuttle valve (10). The oil flows also via
sequense valve (18), monitoring valve (8) and nonreturn valve (19) to the feed pressure
regulating valve (20). The pressure level of the percussion depends on now the
adjustment of the feed regulating valve (20).
The pressure after the percussion main valve also affects into the percussion pressure
gauge (11).
The return flow from the percussion mechanism (13) passes through the collecting piece
(115), the cooler (114), and the return oil filter (113), ending up into the hydraulic oil tank
(110).
Return flow from the feed regulating valve (20) passes through the directional valve (44),
the collecting piece (115), the cooler (114) and the return oil filter (113) ending up into the
hydraulic oil tank (110).
(137) of the stabilizer. The control valve (137) of the stabilizer is activated when using
loosening the thread function (the control lever of percussion in front position). In this
situation there is no pressure in the stabilizer and the oil flows from the stabilizer via the
oil collector (115), the oil cooler (114), and the return filter (113) into the hydraulic oil tank
(110).

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28
44
102
32
33
103
31
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
34
58
35
(ALTERNATIVE)
36
22
26
37
138
61
38
S126
29
59
30
39
16
54
51
11
137
136
60
9
5
12
15
21
10
18
19
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
13
42
FROM THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
56
57
TO THE BOOM CONTROL
(PI)
52
55
53
OUT
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
112
IN
OUT
117
116
OUT
B IN
50
115
IN
IN
114
121
S80
123
F1
129
118
MF
120
126
MR
132
133
127
119
124
F2
122
125
A2/B2
S81
OUT
K2/K4A1/B1
111
R1
110
R1
130

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8.3. Separate flushing

The THC 560 drilling system is equipped with a selector valve (102) for separate flushing.
This makes it possible to flush the drilled hole with air or water as a separate function after
the actual drilling.
The selector valve (102) for separate flushing can be locked, so that flushing can be left
on for longer periods. When the separate flushing selector valve is locked into the rear
position, water flushing is turned on, while the front position is for air flushing.
When water flushing (selector valve 102) is selected, the separate flushing function is as
follows:
When the selector valve is locked to the rear position, the pressure from the pilot control
pressure regulating valve (43) passes through the separate flushing selector valve (102)
and the shuttle valve (103) to the water control valve (100), and water flushing is turned
on.

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20
44
102
33
32
103
31
24
25
101
23
14
100
62
58
34
35
36
(ALTERNATIVE)
22
26
37
138
61
38
S126
29
59
30
39
137
136
60
16
54
51
11
7
9
5
12
15
21
10
18
19
THE PRESSURE
SWITCH OF THE
PERCUSSION HOUR
METER
13
42
FROM THE
BOOM
CONTROL
VALVE
43
56
57
TO THE BOOM CONTROL
(PI)
52
55
53
OUT
112
FROM CARRIER
CIRCUIT
IN
OUT
117
B IN
116
OUT
50
115
IN
IN
114
L
121
S80
123
118
124
F2
F1
129
133
122
127
119
132
120
125
S81
OUT
126
A2/B2
111
R1
K2/K4
A1/B1
110
MFMRR1
130

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8.4. Using diesel engine for running rock drill

The THC 560 drilling system also allows the use the feed of rock drill with diesel. This
function is convenient in maintenance work, when the powerpacks cannot be used. When
the rock drill needs to be fed forwards or backwards with diesel power, the boom control
operating valve for zoom or feed transfer must be used in addition to the feed pilot control
valve (31). The directions of these two movements must always be chosen so that no
danger is caused to the operator or the rig.
When diesel power is used for running the rock drill forwards, the system operates as
follows:
When the feed pilot control valve (31) is pulled to the back position and, simultaneously,
the boom zoom cylinder, for instance, is run inwards, the pressure that comes from the
pilot control pressure regulating valve (43) reaches the feed control line d through the feed
pilot control valve (31), the antijamming valve (34), and the shuttle valve (36). In addition,
pilot control pressure passes through the shuttle valve (35) to the feed LS line selector
valve (29). The pilot pressure affects also to the directional valve (44) via the shuttle valve
(35). The oil produced by the carriers gear pump passes through the nonreturn valve
(117), the pressure filter (112), the pressure compensator (22), and the feed directional
valve (23) and to the feed cylinder (28) and through the port P5 of the percussion and feed
control block directly to the boom control valve. The pressure in the LS line of the feed
directional valve passes through the shuttle valve (26) and selector valve (29) of the feed
LS line, to the feed pressure regulating valve (20) and further through the selector valve
(32) of the feed LS line return circuit to the return line of the feed cylinder (28). The
pressure in the feed LS line also affects the feed pressure gauge (21). The pressure in
the feed A line affects the pressure relief valve / intake valve (25), and the feed B line
pressure affects the pressure relief valve / intake valve (24).
The return flow from the feed cylinder and the pilot control valves passes along the same
route as described in chapter Feed.
Never use percussion mechanism with diesel. Low pressure of diesel
controlled hydraulic system can damage components of the pressure
accumulator.
CAUTION

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8.5. Optional controls

THC 560 control panel is very flexible and ergonomical. In addition to drilling and boom
controls this system is possible to equip (separately or together) also with optional
controls as follows:
Pito control
D Pito control lever (TB / B26 boom)
D Pito control and rod magazine rotation control lever (B26NV boom)
Shank lubrication control
D SLU/KVL oil level low indication light
D SLU oil flow error / stabilator pressure low indication light
Flushing control
D Flushing control on / off selector switch

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ADJUSTMENTS OF HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS
9.1. Adjusting percussion main valve

M3
M6
M8
M9
M2
A
M2
X7
M7
M1
The percussion main valve (3) controls the oil flow to the rock drill and it is controlled by
the percussion selector valve (4). The percussion main valve is adjusted as follows:
1. Loosen the locking nut of the percussion main valve (3) adjusting screw.
2. Turn the adjusting screw of the percussion main valve (3) fully closed (clockwise).
3. Tighten the locking nut of the percussion main valve (3) adjusting screw.

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9.2. Adjustments of variable displacement pump (1)
Variable displacement
pump (1)
Load-sensing line
Before starting the powerpack, make sure that the adjusting screw of the
flow controller (controller A) of variable displacement pump (1) is turned
almost fully open (counterclockwise)
CAUTION
Before starting adjustments, make sure that the percussion main valve
(3) is fully closed.
CAUTION
Before starting any adjustments remember that the hydraulic oil

temperature must be between 4050 C.
CAUTION
1. Remove the caps from the flow controller (A) and the pressure controller (B) and
undo the locking nuts of their adjusting spindles.
2. Open the adjusting screws of the pressure controller (B) and the flow controller (A)
almost fully open (counterclockwise).
3. Connect the pressure gauge to the pressure measuring point (M1) of the drilling
control block.
4. Start the powerpack.
5. Turn the adjusting screw of the flow controller (A) fully closed (clockwise). Note!
The pump is now operating at constant pressure.
6. Turn the adjusting screw of the pressure controller (B) clockwise until the pressure
gauge shows 100 bar. Let the LSline bleed into a separate container by loosening
the hose connection of the flow controller (A). Let the connection stay loosened
until all air has escaped. Then tighten the hose connection of the flow controller(A).

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7. Turn the adjusting screw of the pressure controller (B) clockwise until the pressure
gauge shows 225 bar. Read the pressure value from the pressure gauge
connected to the measuring point M1. Never exceed value 225 bar, higher
pressure may damage the pump or other hydraulic components!!
8. Lock the adjustment of the pressure controller (B) with the locking nut.
9. Turn the adjusting screw of the flow controller (A) almost fully open
(counterclockwise).
10. Allow the pressure stabilize in the pressure gauge connected to the measuring
point M1.
11. Adjust the standby pressure to 22 bar from the flow controller (A) by turning the
adjusting screw clockwise.
12. Lock the adjusting screw of the flow controller (A) with the locking nut.
13. Stop the powerpack.
14. Allow the pressure come down (to zero) in the pressure gauge connected to the
measuring point M1.
16. Allow the pressure stabilize in the pressure gauge connected to the measuring
point M1.
17. If the standby pressure is in the recommended range in the pressure gauge
connected to the measuring point M1, install the protective caps to the flow
controller (A) and pressure controller (B).
18. If the standby pressure is not in the right range, please readjust the flow controller
A according to the adjusting instruction chapters 9 18.
20. Remove the pressure gauge from the measuring point M1.

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9.3. Adjusting pilot control pressure

M3
M8
M6
M9
M2
M2
M7
X7
M1
43
The pilot control pressure is adjusted with the pilot control pressure regulating valve (43).
The adjusting procedure is as follows:
1. Loosen the locking nut of the adjusting screw of the pilot control pressure
regulating valve (43).
2. Turn the adjusting screw of the valve (43) almost fully open (counterclockwise).
3. Connect a pressure gauge to the pressure measuring point M8 of the percussion
and feed control block.
5. Push the control lever of the feed pilot control valve (31) to the front position (feed
backwards).
6. Adjust the pilot control pressure to 30 bar by turning the adjusting screw of the pilot
control pressure regulating valve (43) clockwise. Read the pressure value in the gauge
connected to the measuring point M8.
7. Release the control lever of the feed pilot control valve (31) to the middle position
(feed backwards off).
8. Lock the adjusting screw of the pilot control pressure regulating valve (43).
9. By turning on feed backwards, check the adjusted pressure value in the pressure
gauge connected to the measuring point M8. If the reading is not as
recommended, readjust the pilot control pressure.

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9.4. Adjusting the max. pressure of rotation circuit
The maximum pressure for rotation is adjusted with the rotation max. pressure relief valve
(55) located in the rotation directional valve (53) inlet block. The adjusting procedure is
following:
2. Run the rock drill against the rear stopper.
4. Loosen the locking nut of the pressure relief valve (55).
5. Turn the pressure relief valve (55) adjusting screw almost fully open
(counterclockwise).
6. Prevent the drill rod from rotating (drilling rotation).
7. Turn the rotation speed regulating valve (59) closed (clockwise).
9. Lock the control lever of the rotation pilot control valve (58) in the back position.
10. Adjust the rotation max. pressure to 180 bar with the pressure relief valve (55).
Read the pressure in the rotation pressure gauge (51).
11. Lock the adjusting screw of the max. rotation pressure relief valve (55).
12. Release the control lever of the rotation pilot control valve (58) to the middle
position.
14. Remove the tool preventing the drill rod rotation.
16. Turn drilling rotation on again by locking the control lever of the rotation pilot control
valve (58) in the back position.
17. Adjust the drill steel rotation speed to the desired value by turning the rotation
speed regulating valve (59) counterclockwise.
18. Release the control lever of the rotation pilot control valve (58) to the middle
position.

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9.5. Adjusting antijamming pressure

34
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
The activation pressure of the anti

jamming automatics can be adjusted
according to rock type. The range
M2
recommended by the manufacturer is 110
to 140 bar, and the factory setting is 120
M1
bar. The activation pressure is adjusted
with the antijamming valve (34), and it can
Y47
M3
be done during drilling. However, the
adjustment is recommended to be done as
follows:
Loosen the locking nut of the antijamming valve (34) adjusting screw.
Turn the antijamming valve (34) adjusting screw first fully closed (clockwise), and
open it then 2 turns (counterclockwise).
Start the powerpack.
Run the rock drill against the rear stopper.
Stop the powerpack.
Loosen the locking nut of rotation max. pressure relief valve (55) adjusting screw.
Turn the rotation max. pressure relief valve (55) adjusting screw almost fully open
(counterclockwise).
Turn the rotation speed regulating valve (59) closed (clockwise).

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Fig. 2
9. Plug the pressure side hose of the feed cylinder (Cf. Fig. 2).
10. Prevent the drill rod from rotating (drilling rotation).
11. Install a pressure gauge to the measuring point M3 of the antijamming/return
automatics block.
13. Lock the control levers of rotation and feed pilot control valves (58)
and (31) to the back position.
14. Adjust the desired antijamming activation pressure with the rotation max.
pressure relief valve (55) by turning the adjusting screw clockwise (factory setting
120 bar). Read the pressure value in the rotation pressure gauge (51).
15. Adjust the antijamming valve (34) so that it directs feed pilot control pressure at
the set pressure to the measuring point M3 of the antijamming/return automatics
block. Read the feed pilot control pressure in the pressure gauge installed in the
measuring point M3.
16. When the antijamming valve (34) is correctly adjusted, lock the adjusting screw
of the valve (34).
17. Adjust rotation pressure with the rotation max. pressure relief valve (55) to 180 bar
by turning the adjusting screw clockwise. Read the pressure in the rotation
pressure gauge (51).
18. Lock the adjusting screw of the rotation max. pressure relief valve (55).
19. Release the control levers of rotation and feed pilot control valves (58) and (31).
20. Stop the powerpack
21. Remove the tool preventing the drill steel from rotating.
22. Remove the plugs from the feed cylinder pressure side feed line (Cf. point 9), and
reconnect the hose to the feed cylinder.
24. Turn drilling rotation on again by locking the control lever of rotation pilot control
valve (58) in the back position.
25. Adjust the drill rod rotation speed to the desired value by turning the rotation speed
regulating valve (59) counterclockwise.
26. Release the control lever of the rotation pilot control valve (58).
28. Remove the pressure gauge from the measuring point M3 for the
antijamming/return automatics.

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9.6. Adjusting percussion halfpower

M3
M6
M8
M9
M2
A
M2
M7
X7
M1
Percussion halfpower can vary between 80100 bar. Factory setting is 100 bar.
Percussion halfpower is adjusted with the percussion halfpower pressure relief valve
(6) as follows:
1. Loosen the locking nut of the adjusting screw of percussion halfpower pressure
relief valve (6).
2. Turn the adjusting screw of the percussion half power pressure relief valve (6) first
fully closed (clockwise), and then open it by 7 1/4 turns (counterclockwise).
4. Turn percussion halfpower on by locking the control lever of percussion pilot
control valve (14) to the back position.
5. Adjust percussion halfpower pressure to 100 bar with the percussion half power
pressure relief valve (6). Read the pressure value from the percussion pressure
gauge (11).
6. Tighten the locking nut of the adjusting screw for the percussion halfpower
pressure relief valve (6).
7. Release the control lever of the percussion pilot control valve (14).

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9.7. Adjusting percussion fullpower

M3
7
M6
M8
M9
B
M2
A
M2
X7
M7
M1
The pressure of percussion fullpower is adjusted to the desired value with the percussion
fullpower pressure relief valve (7). Percussion fullpower pressure should be adjusted
according to the hardness of the rock and the drill steels used. The max. pressure of
percussion may vary between 150 210 bar with respect to the above factors. The factory
setting is 210 bar.
Percussion fullpower pressure is adjusted as follows:
1. Loosen the locking nut of the adjusting screw of the percussion fullpower
2. Turn the adjusting screw of the percussion full power pressure relief valve (7) first
fully closed (clockwise) and then open the adjusting screw 5 turns
(counterclockwise).
3. Turn the feed pressure regulating valve (20) fully closed (clockwise).
5. Lock the control lever of the percussion pilot control valve (14) to the front position.
6. Adjust the percussion full power pressure to the desired level with the adjusting
screw of the percussion fullpower pressure relief valve (7). Turn clockwise to
increase the pressure and counterclockwise to decrease it. Read the pressure value
from the percussion pressure gauge (11).
7. Tighten the locking nut of the adjusting screw of the percussion full power
8. Release the control lever of the percussion pilot control valve (14).
9. Turn the feed pressure regulating valve (20) fully open (counterclockwise).

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9.8. Adjusting feed pressure

9.9. Adjusting feed pressure
Feed pressure is adjusted with the feed pressure regulating valve (20). This valve is used
for adjusting the max. feed pressure in the system for the time when feed is run through
the feed pilot control valve (31). In addition to this, the feed lines A and B are equipped
with a fixed pressure relief/intake valve cartridges as follows:
Feed
A line (25)
B line (24)
Cylinder feed TF 500

Cylinder feed TTF 500
160 bar
160 bar
230 bar
210 bar
210 bar
210 bar
NB: TF 500 feed values are also applicable for CC 2500 feed.
24
25
The max. feed pressures for chain feed and cylinder feed equipment are following:
Feed
Max feed pressure
Cylinder feed TF 500

120 bar
160 bar
230 bar
NOTE! The min. feed pressure for all feeds is about 20 bar.

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9.10. Adjusting feedpercussion monitoring

The pressure difference between feed and percussion is determined by the
feed/percussion monitoring valve (8) and the sequence valve (18). The basic value is
determined by the sequence valve (18). This value determines also the min percussion
pressure when drilling with full power.
Monitoring valve (8) deviates the percussion pressure according the feed pressure and
determines the starting point of the serie connection.
Turning the adjusting screw of the monitoring valve (8) clockwise increases the pressure
difference between feed and percussion and turning the screw counterclockwise
decreases it.
The final adjustment for the valve (8) is determined according to the rock conditions when
drilling with full power.
18
M3
8
M6
M8
B
M9
M2
M2
X7
M7
M1
Basic adjusting of the feed/percussion monitoring:

1. Loosen the locking nuts of the sequence valve (18) and the feed/percussion
monitoring valve (8).
2. Turn the adjusting screw of the sequence valve (18) and the feed/percussion
monitoring valve (8) fully open. Make sure that the screw does not come out.
3. Start the powerpack and engage percussion and feed forward (drill moves
forward).
4. Turn the adjusting screw of the sequence valve (18) until the percussion pressure
gauge indicates 100bar. Lock the adjusting screw of the valve (18) by tightening
the locking nut.
5. Disengage return automatics and run the rock drill against the front stopper.
Engage forward feed and turn the feedpressure adjusting valve (20) until the
feedpressure gauge indicates 120bar
6. Engage percussion and feed forward, and adjust the valve (8) until the
percussionpressure gauge indicates 210bar. Lock the adjusting screw of the
valve (8) by tightening the locking nut.

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Notice! Be careful when opening (screwing counterclockwise) the adjusting

screws of the valves (8) and (18). The adjusting screws will totally come out which
means that there is a risk of oil flush.
Notice! Check the settings of the feedpercussion monitoring by drilling with
different power settings. If the shank does not smoke with any drilling power, the
settings are correct.

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9.11. Adjusting fast feed max. pressure

30
The max. pressure of fast feed is adjusted with the fast feed max. pressure relief valve
(30). The adjustment is done as follows:
1. Loosen the locking nut of the fast feed max. pressure relief valve (30).
3. Run the rock drill against the rear stopper by locking the control lever of fast feed
pilot control valve (33) into the front position and adjust at the same time the fast
feed max. pressure by the pressure relief valve (30). Read the pressure value from
the pressure gauge (21). The value of fast feed pressure relief valve depends on
the feed in use as follows:
Feed
Value of the fast feed relief valve (30)
TF 500
210 bar
TTF 500/550
180 bar
4. Release the control lever of the fast feed pilot control valve (33).
5. Lock the adjusting screw of the fast feed max. pressure relief valve (30).

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9.12. Adjusting fast feed max. speed
23
BACKWARDS
FORWARDS
The max. fast feed speeds are adjusted with the adjusting screws at the feed directional
valve (23) (Cf. Fig.). The lower screw is for adjusting fast feed max. speed forwards and
the upper for max. speed backwards.
Tamrock recommends the following fast feed speeds:
Direction of fast feed
Tamrock recommendation
TF 500 0.3 m/s
Forwards
TTF 500/550 0.3 m/s

TF 500 0.5 m/s
Backwards
TTF 500/550 0.3 m/s

Fast feed speeds are adjusted as follows:

1. Remove the drill rod from the rock drill to enable free running of rock drill from end
to end on the feed.
3. Loosen the locking nuts of the adjusting screws for fast feed speeds at the feed
directional valve (23) (Cf. Fig.).
4. Lock the control lever of the fast feed pilot control valve (33) to the back position
to run fast feed forwards. Adjust the movement speed to approx. 0.3 m/s with the
lower adjusting screw at the feed directional valve.
6. Lock the lower adjusting screw for fast feed speed at the feed directional valve
(23).
7. Check the adjustment and readjust as necessary.
8. Lock the control lever of the fast feed pilot control valve (33) to the front position
to run fast feed backwards. Adjust the movement speed to approx. 0.5 m/s (0,3
m/s with TTF 500/550) with the upper adjusting screw at the feed directional valve.
10. Lock the upper adjusting screw for fast feed speed at the feed directional valve
(23).
11. Check the adjustment and readjust as necessary.

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9.13. Adjusting rotation speed

The drill rod rotation speed is adjusted with the rotation speed regulating valve (59). Turn
the adjusting knob counterclockwise to decrease the speed and clockwise to increase the
speed. The correct drill rod rotation speed depends on the hardness of the rock and on
the hole diameter. Tamrock recommends the following rotation speeds for different hole
diameters:
Drill bit size
Rotation speed 10%
32
250
38
250
45
200
51
200
64
150
76
150
89
110
102
110
115
80
127
80
178
60

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9.14. Bleeding of the impulse cylinder block

Pressure switches (S80 and S81) of the impulse cylinder block is bleeded as follows:
1. Start the powerpack
2. Remove the cover from the measuring plugs (MF and MR) of the impulse cylinder
block
3. Install end of the overflow hoses to the measuring plugs (MF and MR) and the other
ends to overflow receptacle
4. Bleeding is performed, when out coming oil is free of air bubbles
5. Remove the overflow hoses from the measuring plugs (MF and MR)
6. Stop powerpack
MR
MF
9.14.1. Adjusting the pressure switch
Adjusting the pressure switches (S80 and S81) of impulse cylinder block, must be done
in special test bench. Activating pressure of the pressure switches is 18 bar.

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9.14.2. Bleeding of the impulse cylinders

Bleeding of the impulse cylinders are bleeded as follows:
1. Start the powerpack
2. Locate the overflow receptacle under the impulse cylinder
3. Rotate the bleeding screw of the impulse cylinder carefully
(counterclockwise)
4. When all of the air has came out, tighten the bleederscrew (clockwise)
Bleeding screw
9.15. Bleeding of the pressure switch (12)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Locate the overflow receptacle under the pressure switch.

Start the powerpack
Loosen a joint between pressure switch and hose joint.
When all of the air has came out, tighten the joint.
Stop the powerpack.

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9.16. Adjusting percussion hour meter pressure switch

Adjust the pressure switch of the percussion operating hour meter as follows:
1. Turn the adjusting screw of the pressure switch (12) for the percussion operating
hour meter almost closed (clockwise).
3. Lock the control lever of the percussion pilot control valve (14) to the back position.
4. Turn the adjusting screw of the pressure switch (12) for the percussion operating
hour meter counterclockwise until it makes contact. Then, turn the pressure switch
(12) adjusting screw another 2 1/2 turns counterclockwise. Use a multimeter for
determining switch operation.

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9.17. Adjustment of stabilizer pressure

Reducing and relieving valve (136) and pressure switch (138)
136
137
Connection of the
pressure switch
138 (M11)
The pressure of the stabilizer is controlled by the pressure reducing / relieving valve (136),
the control valve (137) and the pressure switch (138).
1. Open the locking nut of the pressure reducing / relieving valve (136).
2. Turn the adjusting screw of the pressure reducing / relieving valve (136) fully open
(anticlockwise).
3. Install the pressure gauge (60 bar) into the measuring point (M10).
5. Loosen the hydraulic hose connection slightly from the pressure switch (138)
(capture the leaking oil into a suitable container).
6. Allow the air escape through the hose connection of the pressure switch (138).
7. When all air has come out, tighten the hose connection of the pressure switch
(138).
8. Put the feed backwards on (feed the rock drill towards the rear stopper).
9. Turn the adjusting screw of the pressure reducing / relieving valve (136) clockwise
until the pressure gauge indicates pressure 10 bar.
10. Tighten the locking nut of the pressure reducing / relieving valve (136).
12. Remove the oil container and the measuring gauge from the measuring point
(M10).
NOTE! The adjustment (5 bar) of the pressure switch (138) requires the use of special
test bench.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
10.1. General
If the drilling system is not working as it should, check the following points before making
any further measurements:
D Signal lights, e.g.
hydraulic oil level
hydraulic oil temperature
pressure differences over return and pressure filters
water and air pressure control
powerpacks direction of rotation
etc.
D External leaks at hoses, connection, adapters, and other hydraulic components.
D Mechanical functions (e.g. sliding pieces, rollers and return wheels)
D Supply voltage to the drilling rig / the different devices.
D External cable damage.
D Mounting of electric plugs.
D Pressure gauge readings.
10.2. Pumps (1) and (50) do not rotate at all, or their speed is not
normal
1. Measure the supply voltage to the powerpack. If the voltage is correct, it is likely
that the fault is mechanical. If the electric motor does not receive sufficient control
voltage, refer to electric system troubleshooting.
2. Check if a mechanical damage prevents the pumps from rotating.
3. Repair or replace the damaged component.
Noisy powerpack normally predicts a mechanical fault. It is best to

immediately repair (or replace) the component that causes the noise, in
order to avoid any greater damage.
CAUTION

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10.3. Variable displacement pump (1) rotates normally, but the

settings of its regulator are not normal
The settings of the variable displacement pump (1) regulator are as follows:
Flow regulator (A) 22 bar
Pressure regulator (B) 225 bar
These
1.
2.
3.
settings of the variable displacement pump (1) can be easily checked as follows:
Install a pressure gauge to the measuring point M1 for feed and percussion.
Read the standby pressure value in the pressure gauge
at the measuring point M1 (allow the pressure to stabilize).
4. Run, for instance, the zoom cylinder inwards and read
the pressure, at the same time, in the pressure gauge at
the measuring point M1.
10.3.1. Flow regulator (A) value deviates from the set value 22 bar
1. Install a pressure gauge to the measuring point M7 for
A
feed and percussion.
3. If the pressure at the measuring point M7 of the feed and percussion control block
is normal tank pressure, it is likely that the regulator A of the pump (1) is incorrectly
adjusted or sticking. Adjust the free circulation pressure of the pump (1) to the
correct value with the regulator A (Cf. Adjustments of variable displacement pump
(1)).
4. If the above measures did not help, stop the powerpack and repair or replace the
whole regulator unit. Adjust the regulator A or the regulator unit according to
chapter Adjustments of variable displacement pump (1).
5. If the pressure at the pressure measuring point M7 of the feed and percussion
control block is over the normal tank pressure, it may be that one of the valves (3),
(4), (14), (23), (31), (33), (39), or of the boom valves, is sticking (i.e. one of the
above valves is leaking, and giving a control signal to the pump (1)).
6. Start troubleshooting by checking the condition of the pilot control valves (14), (31),
and (33), and the return automatics selector valve (39).
They can be inspected as follows:
Install a pressure gauge to the following measuring points alternately:
measuring point M9 of the feed and percussion control block
measuring points M1, M2, and M3 of the antijamming and return
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If the measuring point M9 receives pressure, it is likely that the spool of the
percussion pilot control valve (14) is sticking.
If the measuring point M2 or M3 of the antijamming and return automatics control
block receives pressure, it is likely that the fast feed pilot control valve (33) or the
return automatics selector valve (39) is sticking.
If the measuring points M1 and M2 or M1 and M3 of the antijamming and return
automatics control block receive pressure simultaneously, it is likely that the feed
pilot control valve (31) is sticking.
Stop the powerpack and replace the faulty valves.
7. If the above measures did not help, check the operation of the valves (3), (4), (23),
and of the boom valve. They are inspected as follows:
Install a pressure gauge to the measuring point M1 of the feed and percussion
control block.
If the readings of the percussion (11) and feed (21) pressure gauges are zero, but
the pressure at the measuring point M1 is over stand bypressure, it is likely that
the boom valve is sticking.
Stop the powerpack.
Clean, repair, or replace the boom valve.
Remove the pressure gauge from the measuring point M1.
If pressure reaches the percussion pressure gauge (11) and percussion operates
normally when the powerpack is running, it is likely that the percussion main valve
(3) or the percussion selector valve (4) is faulty. In this case, do as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Clean and repair, or replace the faulty valve.
If pressure reaches the feed pressure gauge (21) when the powerpack is running,
it is likely that the spool of the feed directional valve (23) is sticking. In this case,
do as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Remove the spool of the feed directional valve (23).
Clean the spool and the spool housing carefully.
Reinstall the spool (do not use excessive force).

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10.3.2. Pressure regulator (B) value deviates from the set value 225 bar
1. Install a pressure gauge to the measuring point M1 of the feed and percussion
control block.
3. Run, for instance, the zoom cylinder inwards and adjust, at the same time, the
pressure regulator (B) of the pump (1) to the set value 225 bar.
4. If the pressure regulator does not react to adjustment, it is either sticking or faulty.
6. Clean and repair the regulator (B), or replace the whole regulator unit (adjust
according to chapter Adjustments of variable displacement pump (1)).
7. If the pressure regulator (B) operates normally during drilling, but the max.
pressure value of 225 bar is not reached when the boom is run, it is likely that the
boom valves main pressure limit is faulty. In this case, look up into Hydraulic TB
boom manual.
10.4. Percussion not working at all

1. If the percussion pressure gauge (11) shows a reading, but percussion does not
work when the control lever of the percussion pilot control valve (14) is locked into
the rear position, it is likely that the rock drill is faulty. In this case, do the following:
Stop the powerpack.
Repair or replace the rock drill (refer to rock drill manuals).
2. If the percussion pressure gauge (11) does not show any reading when the
percussion control lever (14) is locked into the rear position, it is likely that either
the percussion main valve (3) or the percussion selector valve (4) is sticking.
Check the operation of the valves as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Clean and repair, or replace the faulty valve(s).
3. If the percussion pressure gauge (11) shows a reading, but percussion starts only
partially (or not at all) when the control lever of the percussion pilot control valve
(14) is locked into the rear position, and while boom functions are normal, it is likely
that the orifice (9) in the loadsensing line is blocked. Check the orifice as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Remove the orifice (9) and check if it is blocked (clear the hole as necessary).
Mount the orifice (9) carefully back.

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10.5. Percussion is on always when the powerpack or the diesel

engine is running
1. First, check tank line pressure of the drilling pilot control valves (58), (14), and (31).
This pressure should be less than 1 bar. The tank pressure is checked as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Install a pressure gauge to the tank line of the drilling pilot control valves (58), (14),
and (31).
If the pressure in the tank line is over 1 bar, check if the tank line is correctly installed
or is there something blocking the line.
2. If the tank line pressure of the pilot control valves (58), (14), and (31) is below 1
bar, it is likely that either the valves (3) and (4) or the valve (14) is sticking. The
operation of the valves can be checked as follows:
Install a pressure gauge to the measuring point M9 of the feed and percussion
control block.
If the measuring point M9 shows no pressure, it is likely that the valve (3) or (4) is
sticking. Check the valves as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Clean and repair, or replace the faulty valve(s).
If the measuring point M9 shows a pressure reading, it is likely that the valve (14)
is sticking (leaking). Check the operation of the valve as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Replace the percussion pilot control valve (14).
10.6. Percussion fullpower max. pressure too high

1. If the percussion pressure is too high, start troubleshooting by checking the
adjustment of the percussion max. pressure relief valve (7) according to chapter
Adjusting percussion fullpower. If the percussion pressure relief valve (7) is not
working properly, clean and repair, or replace the valve.
2. If the above measures do not make the pressure level correct, the fault may be that
the loadsensing line orifice (9) has loosened. The mounting of the orifice (9) is
checked from the port 9 of the feed and percussion control block as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Remove the plug from the port 9 of the feed and percussion control block.
Check if the orifice (9) is properly seated at the bottom of the drilling port 9.
If the orifice has loosened, retighten it carefully.
Mount the plug back on the port 9 of the feed and percussion control block.

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10.7. Percussion fullpower max. pressure too low

1. If the percussion pressure is too low, start out by checking the operation of the
percussion max. pressure relief valve (7) according to chapter Adjusting
percussion fullpower. If the percussion pressure relief valve (7) does not adjust
as described in the said chapter, clean and repair, or replace the valve.
2. Next, check the feed pilot control pressure value:
Remove the drill rod.
Install a pressure gauge to the measuring point M1 for the antijamming and return
automatics.
Run the rock drill against the front stopper by locking the control lever of the feed
pilot control valve into the rear position.
If the pressure at the measuring point M1 is not 1921 bar, it is likely that the feed
pilot control valve (31) is faulty.
Stop the powerpack.
Replace the feed pilot control valve (31).
If the pressure at the measuring point M1 is approx. 1921bar, it is likely that the
percussion pressure selector valve (5) is faulty or sticking. Check the operation of
the valve as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Clean and repair, or replace the faulty valve (5).
3. Percussion pressure may also drop if the loadsensing line orifice (9) becomes
blocked. Check the orifice (9) as follows:
Turn percussion on by locking the control lever of the percussion pilot control valve
(14) into the rear position, and move the boom at the same time.
If the boom functions are normal, but the percussion pressure remains low, it is
likely that the orifice (9) in the loadsensing line is at least partly blocked. Check
the orifice (9) hole as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Remove the orifice (9) to check it (clear the hole as necessary).
Mount the orifice (9) back carefully.
4. If the output of the pump (1) is insufficient, the percussion pressure will drop. The
output of the pump (1) can be checked by installing flow meters to the percussion
and feed lines. The flow rates for percussion (HL560 / HLX5) and feed (TF500 /
TTF500) are following:
Feed type
Percussion
Feed
Cylinder feed
100 115 l/min
4 8 l/min

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If the flow rates are higher than those given above, you should immediately check the
condition of the rock drill or the feed cylinder.
5. A drop in percussion pressure may also be caused by a leaking shuttle valve (10).
Check the shuttle valve as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Clean or replace the valve (10).
6. Check the condition of the pressure gauge (11) with a calibrated reference gauge.
10.8. Percussion halfpower pressure too high

1. If the percussion halfpower pressure is too high, check the adjustment of the
percussion halfpower pressure relief valve (6) according to chapter Adjusting
percussion halfpower. If the pressure relief valve (6) does not work as it should,
clean and repair, or replace the valve.
2. If the pressure level is not correct after the above repair, the reason may also be
that the orifice (9) of the loadsensing line has loosened. The mounting of the
orifice (9) is checked from the port 9 of the feed and percussion control block as
follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Remove the plug from the port 9 of feed and percussion control block.
Check if the orifice (9) is properly seated at the bottom of the drilling port
9.
If the orifice has loosened, retighten it carefully.
Mount the plug back on the port 9 of the feed and percussion control
block.
3. High pressure level of percussion halfpower may also result if the percussion
pressure selector valve (5) is sticking. Check the operation of the valve as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Clean and repair, or replace the valve (5).

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10.9. Percussion halfpower pressure too low

1. If the percussion halfpower pressure is too low, check the adjustment of the
percussion halfpower pressure relief valve (6) according to chapter Adjusting
percussion halfpower. If the pressure relief valve (6) does not work as it should,
clean and repair, or replace the valve.
2. If the pressure level is not correct after the above repair, the reason may also be
that the orifice (9) of the loadsensing line has become blocked. Check the orifice
(9) from the port 9 of the feed and percussion control block as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Remove the plug from the port 9 of feed and percussion control block.
Remove the orifice (9) at the bottom of the drilling.
Clear the orifice hole as necessary.
Mount the orifice (9) back to the bottom of the hole carefully.
Mount the plug back on port 9 of the feed and percussion control block.
10.10.
Feed not working at all (drilling)
If drilling feed is not working at all, check the adjustment of feed pilot control pressure.
Feed pilot control pressure is checked as follows:
1. Install a pressure gauge to the measuring point M1 of the antijamming and return
automatics block.
3. Lock the control lever of the feed pilot control valve (31) into the rear position.
4. If the pressure at the measuring point M1 is approx. 1921 bar, and the feed
pressure gauge (21) also shows a pressure reading, it is likely that the feed
cylinder is faulty, or a mechanical fault prevents feed. Repair or replace the faulty
component(s).
5. If the pressure at the measuring point M1 is approx. 1921 bar, but the feed
pressure gauge (21) does not show any reading, it is likely that the spool of the feed
directional valve (23) is sticking. Check the operation of the spool as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Remove the front cover of the feed directional valve (23). The spool
comes out with the cover.
Clean the spool and the valve housing carefully.
Mount the spool back with care.
If there is no pressure at the measuring point M1, it is likely that the feed pilot control valve
(31) is faulty. Repair as follows:
2. Replace the valve (31).

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Drilling feed pressure too low
Troubleshooting should be started by checking the operation of the feed regulating valve
(20). This is done as follows:
2. Lock the control lever of the feed pilot control valve (31) into the front position.
3. Check if the feed pressure regulating valve (20) adjusts the feed pressure
according to the chapter Adjusting feed pressure. Read the pressure value in the
4. Release the control lever of the feed pilot control valve (21) into the middle position.
If the feed pressure regulating valve (20) does not adjust according to the chapter
Adjusting feed pressure, it is likely that either the valve (20) or the feed cylinder is faulty.
Check the condition of the components as follows:
2. Plug the feed pressure line.
3. Start the powerpack and check if the feed pressure regulating valve (20) adjusts
according to the chapter Adjusting feed pressure.
4. If the valve (20) adjusts according to the chapter Adjusting feed pressure, it is
likely that the feed cylinder is faulty. Repair or replace the faulty component.
5. If the feed pressure regulating valve (20) is still not adjusting, it is likely that the
valve (20) is faulty. Clean and repair or replace the valve.
If the above repairs did not remedy the feed pressure adjustment, check the feed pilot
control pressure value. It should be approx. 1921 bar. Check the pressure as follows:
automatics block.
2. Remove the drill rod.
4. If the pressure at the measuring point M1 is not approx. 1921 bar, it is likely that
the feed pilot control valve (31) is faulty. Repair as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Replace the faulty pilot control valve (31).

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Drilling feed pressure too high
1. First, check the operation of the feed pressure regulating valve (20) as instructed
in chapter Drilling feed pressure too low, section 1. If the pressure regulating
valve (20) does not adjust according to the chapter Adjusting feed pressure, it
is likely that the valve (20) is faulty. Repair as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Clean and repair, or replace the valve (20).
2. If the fault was not removed, follow the instructions in the Chapter Drilling feed
pressure too low, section 2. If the pressure at the measuring point of the
antijamming and return automatics block is well over 21 bar, it is likely that the
feed pilot control valve (31) or the fast feed pilot control valve (33) is faulty. Check
the operation of the valves as follows:
Install pressure gauges to the measuring points M1 and M2 of the
antijamming and return automatics block.
If pressure reaches the measuring point M2 only, it is likely that the fast
feed pilot control valve (33) is faulty, but if both measuring points receive
pressure simultaneously, it is likely that the feed pilot control valve (31)
is faulty.
Stop the powerpack.
Replace the faulty valve.
3. If the fault still was not removed, it is likely that the compensator (22) of the feed
directional valve (23) is faulty. In this case, the feed directional valve (23) must be
replaced as a complete unit.

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Drilling feed pressure too low
Troubleshooting should be started by checking the operation of the feed regulating valve
(20). This is done as follows:
2. Lock the control lever of the feed pilot control valve (31) into the front position.
3. Check if the feed pressure regulating valve (20) adjusts the feed pressure
according to the chapter Adjusting feed pressure. Read the pressure value in the
4. Release the control lever of the feed pilot control valve (21) into the middle position.
If the feed pressure regulating valve (20) does not adjust according to the chapter
Adjusting feed pressure, it is likely that either the valve (20) or the feed cylinder is faulty.
Check the condition of the components as follows:
2. Plug the feed pressure line.
3. Start the powerpack and check if the feed pressure regulating valve (20) adjusts
according to the chapter Adjusting feed pressure.
4. If the valve (20) adjusts according to the chapter Adjusting feed pressure, it is
likely that the feed cylinder is faulty. Repair or replace the faulty component.
5. If the feed pressure regulating valve (20) is still not adjusting, it is likely that the
valve (20) is faulty. Clean and repair or replace the valve.
If the above repairs did not remedy the feed pressure adjustment, check the feed pilot
control pressure value. It should be approx. 1921 bar. Check the pressure as follows:
automatics block.
2. Remove the drill rod.
4. If the pressure at the measuring point M1 is not approx. 1921 bar, it is likely that
the feed pilot control valve (31) is faulty. Repair as follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Replace the faulty pilot control valve (31).

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Manually controlled fast feed too slow
1. Start troubleshooting by checking the pilot control pressures of fast feed in both
directions. The pressures are checked as follows:
Install pressure gauges to the measuring points M2 and M3 of the
antijamming and return automatics block.
Run fast feed back and forth by turning the control lever of the fast feed
pilot control valve (33) forwards and backwards.
2. If both measuring points show an approx. 30 bar pilot control pressure, it is likely
that the fault is caused by either the adjustments of fast feed max. speeds or the
adjustment of fast feed max. pressure. Check the adjustments as follows:
Run the rock drill against the rear stopper by locking the control lever of the fast
feed pilot control valve (33) into the front position.
If the feed pressure gauge (21) shows the set 210 bar pressure, it is likely that the
fast feed max. speeds are incorrectly adjusted. Adjust the fast feed max. speeds
according to instructions in chapter Adjusting fast feed max. speed.
If the fast feed max. pressure is not at the set value, adjust the pressure according
to chapter Adjusting fast feed max. pressure. If the adjustment does not correct
the situation, the fault is caused by either the fast feed max. pressure relief valve
(30) or the feed cylinder.
Stop the powerpack.
Plug the feed pressure gauge.
Run fast feed forwards by pushing the control lever of the fast feed pilot
control valve (33) forwards.
If the fast feed pressure now adjusts to the set value, it is likely that the
feed cylinder is leaking or the feed has mechanical fault. Repair or replace
the faulty component(s).
If the pressure does not adjust with the fast feed max. pressure relief
valve (30), it is likely that the valve is faulty. Clean and repair, or replace
the valve (30), and adjust as instructed in chapter Adjusting fast feed
max. pressure.
10.15.
Manually controlled fast feed too fast
If manually controlled fast feed is too fast in either direction, the fast fed max. speeds are
incorrectly adjusted. Refer to chapter Adjusting fast feed max. speed for adjustments.

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Rotation pressure too low
1. If rotation pressure is insufficient during drilling, you should immediately check the
setting of the rotation max. pressure relief valve (55). Refer to chapter Adjusting
the max. pressure of rotation circuit for checking the setting of valve (55). If the
valve (55) does not adjust to the recommended value (180 bar), it is likely that the
valve (55) is faulty. In this case, replace the valve and adjust it according to the
instructions in chapter Adjusting the max. pressure of rotation circuit. If the
pressure still does not adjust to 180 bar, it is likely that the rotation pump (50) is
faulty. Replace the rotation pump (50) and adjust the rotation max. pressure relief
valve (55) as instructed in chapter Adjusting the max. pressure of rotation circuit.
2. If the rotation pressure is lower than normal during drilling, the reason may be that
the feed pressure is too low or the oil flow to feed is too small. In this situation, there
is a risk of underfeed, and the following points should be checked:
Install a pressure gauge to the measuring point M1 of the antijamming
and return automatics block.
Lock the control lever of the feed pilot control valve (31) to the rear
position.
If the pressure at the measuring point M1 is approx. 1921 bar, it is likely
that the feed pressure is insufficient.
If the pressure is well below 19 bar, it is likely that the feed pilot control
valve (31) is faulty. Replace the faulty valve (31).
3. If the rotation pressure persistently remains low, it is likely that the rock drill rotation
motor is leaking.
Replace the rock drill rotation motor.

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Rotation pressure too high during drilling
1. Too high rotation pressure during drilling may be caused by too high feed pressure
or incorrect drill rod rotation speed.
Refer to chapter Adjusting rotation speed for rotation speed adjustment.
Adjust feed pressure so that rotation pressure sets between 80 and 100
bar.
2. If the above adjustments did not bring down the rotation speed, it is likely that the
rock drill rotation motor or the rotation mechanism is faulty.
Refer to the rock drill maintenance manuals.
10.18.
Rotation speed regulation not working
1. If the regulation of rotation speed is not working, start troubleshooting by checking

the rotation speed pilot control pressure. The pressure is checked as follows:
Install measuring adapters and pressure gauges to the pilot control lines a and b
of the rotation directional valve (53).
Turn the rotation speed regulating valve (59) fully closed (clockwise).
Lock the control lever of the rotation pilot control valve (58) into the rear position.
Lock the control lever of the rotation pilot control valve (58) into the front position.
Release the control lever of the rotation pilot control valve (58) to the middle
position.
Stop the powerpack.
If the pilot control lines of the rotation directional valve (53) received an stand
bypressure, it is likely that the rotation regulating valve (59) is faulty or the spool
of the rotation directional valve (53) is sticking. Check the operation of the valves
as follows:
Clean and repair, or replace the rotation speed regulating valve (59).
Lock the control lever of the rotation pilot control valve (58) into the rear
position.
Turn the rotation speed regulating knob between extreme positions.
Release the control lever of the rotation pilot control valve (58) to the
middle position.
Stop the powerpack.

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If the rotation speed regulation still did not work, it is likely that the spool of the
rotation directional valve (53) is sticking. Check the operation of the valve (53) as
follows:
Stop the powerpack.
Remove the spool of the valve (53).
Clean the spool and the valve housing carefully.
Mount the spool back in place.
2. If the above repairs did not help to remedy the rotation speed regulation, it is likely
that the rock drill rotation motor or the rotation mechanism is faulty.
Refer to the rock drill maintenance manuals.
10.19.
Return automatics fast feed not working
If the rock drill does not start return movement automatically from the front limit, check if the
return automatics selector switch is in the correct position (middle). If it is, check if the coil Y47
of the return automatics selector valve (39) at the antijamming and return automatics block is
receiving control voltage.
If the coil of the valve (39) receives control voltage, it is likely that the valve (39) is
sticking.
Clean and repair, or replace the valve.
If the coil of the valve (39) is not receiving control voltage, refer to instructions in
chapter Electric system troubleshooting.

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Electric system troubleshooting

Trouble
Pilot control valves for

drilling do not stay on
Reason
Operation
S70, S71, and S72 do

not stay on
Check power supply fuse

Check power supply feed cable
Check if front limit switch S80 is activated
S72 does not stay on

although S70 and S71
do
Check that V18 is fitted

Check position of switch S73 (Return
does not work in manual position)
Check operation of front limit pressure
switch S80
Drilling does not stop
No automatic return of
rock drill from front end
Check cable (does relay K70 pull at

front limit)
Check Y47 operation at front limit (LED
indicator). If LED illuminates, check operation of hydraulic system
Drilling stops and rock

drill tries to return, but
stops
If forced return works with

switch S73, rear limit S81
is maybe damaged
Check operation of rear limit pressure

switch S81
Forced return not workSwitch maybe damaged Check operation of switch S73
ing with switch S73
Rock drill rotation stays
on after rear end
Time relay K70 maybe

damaged
Check operation of time relay K70

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Main reference values (factory settings) for troubleshooting

Object
Value
Variable displacement pump (1)

pressure controller
flow controller
225 bar
22 bar
Pilot control pressure for rotation, percussion, flushing and

fast feed
30 bar
Pilot control pressure for feed
19 21 bar
Halfpower percussion pressure
100 bar
Fullpower percussion pressure

for TF 500 or TTF 500/550 feed
210 bar
Max. pressure of rotation circuit (relief valve (55))
180 bar
Max fast feed pressure

for TF 500
for TTF 500/550
210 bar
180 bar
Anti jamming sensitivity pressure
120 bar
Max speed forwards (fast feed)

for TF 500
for TTF 500/550
0.3 m/s
0.3 m/s
Max speed backwards (fast feed)

for TF 500
for TTF 500/550
0.5 m/s
0.3 m/s
Control pressure of stabilizer
10 bar

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AXERA 5 THC 560 DRILLING HYDRAULICS

SANDVIK MINING AND CONSTRUCTION LYON S.A.S.

AXERA 5 THC 560 DRILLING HYDRAULICS

SANDVIK MINING AND CONSTRUCTION LYON S.A.S.

AXERA 5 THC 560 DRILLING HYDRAULICS

CONTROLS OF THE THC 560 DRILLING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SANDVIK MINING AND CONSTRUCTION LYON S.A.S.

AXERA 5 THC 560 DRILLING HYDRAULICS

ADJUSTMENTS OF HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SANDVIK MINING AND CONSTRUCTION LYON S.A.S.

AXERA 5 THC 560 DRILLING HYDRAULICS

SANDVIK MINING AND CONSTRUCTION LYON S.A.S.

AXERA 5 THC 560 DRILLING HYDRAULICS

SANDVIK MINING AND CONSTRUCTION LYON S.A.S.

AXERA 5 THC 560 DRILLING HYDRAULICS

Service and adjustment procedures are only allowed to persons who

Do not touch pressurized hydraulic hoses. They may have unnoticeable

Observe absolute cleanliness when disassembling or assembling

SANDVIK MINING AND CONSTRUCTION LYON S.A.S.

AXERA 5 THC 560 DRILLING HYDRAULICS

CONTROLS OF THE THC 560 DRILLING SYSTEM

Rotation pressure gauge

Rotation control lever

Percution pressure gauge

Percussion control lever

Feed pressure gauge

Feed control lever

Water pressure gauge

Air / water flushing control lever

Boom lift and swing lever

Fast feed control lever

Boom zoom and head rotation lever

Feed force regulating knob

Feed tilt and swing lever

Automatic return switch

Feed extention and divergence lever

Power pack switch

Rotation speed control knob

Emergency stop push button

SANDVIK MINING AND CONSTRUCTION LYON S.A.S.

AXERA 5 THC 560 DRILLING HYDRAULICS

3.2. Controls of the THC 560 drilling system, B26NV boom

Rotation pressure gauge

Percussion control lever

Percution pressure gauge

Feed control lever

Feed pressure gauge

Air / water flushing control lever

Water pressure gauge

Fast feed control lever

Boom lift and swing lever

Feed force regulating knob

Boom zoom and head rotation lever

Automatic return switch

Feed tilt and swing lever

Power pack switch

Feed extention and angle lever

Emergency stop push button