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V160K

MAINTENANCE

Below you will find some general maintenance instructions. For further information contact your authorized service dealer. 

•  Clean the exterior of the unit with a mild detergent and water to remove any debris and grime. 
•  Check and tighten all bolts, nuts and screws. 
•  Repair or replace any cutting head components that are damaged or worn.
•  Clean the exterior and surrounding area near the hydraulic motor.
•  Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces.

TROUBLESHOOTING

In the event your PRO-DIG

® 

Auger Drive unit malfunctions or does not appear to have enough speed or power, please refer to the 

section below to identify the cause of the problem and possible remedy. If the problem persists, contact your Authorized service 
dealer for assistance. 

SLOW SPEED (RPM) OR INSUFFICIENT DIGGING POWER:

•  Low oil flow. 

Check parent machine specifications.

•  PRO-DIG

®  

Auger Drive is too large for machine. 

Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

•   Check auger and teeth for excessive wear. 

Replace worn auger components.

NO OUTPUT ROTATION:

•  Quick release couplers not engaged. 

Check connections.

•  Quick release coupler is faulty. 

Replace faulty coupler. 

•  Hydraulic oil tank is low. 

Fill oil tank to maximum level.

•   Planetary gear failure. 

Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

•  Machine or hydraulic pump failure. 

Refer to parent machine manual.

BAIL HOUSING LEAKING OIL:

•  Hose(s) of fitting(s) leaking.

 Tighten or replace.

•  Motor O-ring failure. 

Replace damaged O-ring.

OUTPUT SHAFT LEAKING OIL:

•   Oil seal failure. 

Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

•  Hydraulic motor failure. 

Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

AUGER BIT WILL NOT ENGAGE OR DIG:

•  Auger big is worn or damaged. 

Replace cutting head or entire auger bit.

NO TORQUE:

•  Oil pressure is too low. 

Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

•  Drive unit is too small for parent machine. 

Contact your Authorized Service Dealer.

•  Hydraulic system is overheating. 

See the “Oil Overheating” section below.

HYDRAULIC OIL OVERHEATING:

•  Oil pressure is too low. 

Set relief valve to machine specifications.

•  Hydraulic line is restricted. 

Inspect and repair.

•  Auger continually stalling. 

Limit down pressure level.

•  Hydraulic oil tank is low. 

Fill oil tank to maximum level.

•  Insufficient oil capacity. 

Check oil cooler.

•  Parent machine is too small. 

Couple PRO-DIG

® 

Auger Drive to larger machine.

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Summary of Contents for V160K

Page 1: ... Owners Manual Safety Precautions Manual number PROV50K Release Date July 2020 Operating Instructions Maintenance Parts Lists AUGER ANCHOR DRIVE VARIABLE SPEED V160K 785 856 2661 WWW PRO DIG USA COM VARIABLE SPEED V160K ...

Page 2: ...r and serial number of your product available These numbers will help provide exact in formation about your specific product You will find the model and serial numbers on an ID plate located on the product For your convenience write the product model number serial numbers and date of purchase in the spaces below MODEL NO ___________________________ SERIAL NO ___________________________ DATE OF PUR...

Page 3: ...ating or working on this equipment Know and obey all OSHA regulations local laws and other professional guidelines for your operation Know and follow good work prac tices when assembling maintaining repairing mounting removing or operating this equipment KNOW YOUR EQUIPMENT Know your equipment s capabilities dimensions and operations before operating Visually inspect your equipment before you star...

Page 4: ...before operation Replace parts that are cracked chipped or damaged in any way before operation Keep others away when making any adjustments to the unit Damage to the PRO DIG Auger Drive and auger bit can result if the prime mover moves while the auger is still in the hole PRACTICE SAFE MAINTENANCE Use proper tools and equipment when conducting maintenance refer to this manual for ad ditional infor...

Page 5: ...Striking a hard object underground with the auger turning can result in the slowing or stopping of the auger SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS SAFETY DECALS This unit comes equipped with all safety decals in place They are designed to help you safely operate your unit Read and follow all safety decals Locations shown below in figure 1 Keep all safety decals clean and legible at all times Replace safety decal...

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Page 7: ... the hydraulic system All case drain lines must be mounted continuously rising towards the reservoir This allows any entrapped air to escape freely from the motor housing The PRO DIG Auger Drive is supplied with a case drain hose already installed This hose must be directly connect ed to the reservoir and should be below the oil level in the reservoir and should be below the oil level in the reser...

Page 8: ...owever much better values can be achieved which contributes significantly to extending the life and durability of the hydraulic motor and the complete system CHANGING THE FILTERS It is recommended that the filters be changed after the initial start up or at least 100 hours from the initial opera tion NOTE These recommendations are provided for guidance to ensure long service life and proper operat...

Page 9: ...able for use in high pres sure hydraulic installations For the correct choice of suitable hydraulic oils it is necessary to know the working temperature in the hydraulic circuit The hydraulic oil chosen must allow the working viscosity to be within the optimum viscosity range as shown below Attention Due to pressure and speed influences the tem perature of the leakage fluid is always higher than t...

Page 10: ...clean the hole 6 Stop rotation of the auger and raise the auger out of the hole Swing the auger away from the newly drilled hole Spin the loose material off the auger Note Do not reverse the auger rotation while the auger is still in the hole The loose material will back fill the hole 7 If necessary repeat steps 2 through 3 to obtain a cleaner hole OPERATIONS TO AVOID 1 In some soil conditions or ...

Page 11: ...RO DIG does not accept any liability for injury or war ranty CHECKING AND CHANGING THE GEAR OIL The Planetary gearbox used on your PRO DIG Drive Head uses a gear oil to keep the internal gears lubricated To check and or replace the oil follow these simple steps CHECKING THE GEAR OIL 1 Make sure the PRO DIG Auger Drive unit is in an upright position when checking the oil 2 Slowly loosen the oil fil...

Page 12: ...engaged Check connections Quick release coupler is faulty Replace faulty coupler Hydraulic oil tank is low Fill oil tank to maximum level Planetary gear failure Contact your Authorized Service Dealer Machine or hydraulic pump failure Refer to parent machine manual BAIL HOUSING LEAKING OIL Hose s of fitting s leaking Tighten or replace Motor O ring failure Replace damaged O ring OUTPUT SHAFT LEAKIN...

Page 13: ...after a period of ten days from the Company issuing a Report thereon the goods remain uncollected or no written instructions are received in relation thereto 2 The liability of the Company for all goods or services supplied whether under the terms of any agreement or negligence or otherwise howsoever arising shall be limited to the price paid and received in respect of the goods or services as the...

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