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Hydraulic Breaker
Fxj SERIES
(Fxj175,Fxj275,Fxj375,Fxj475)
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING
Operators and service personnel shall carefully read
this breaker operation manual to thoroughly
understand the details before using the breaker.
Operators and service personnel shall carefully read
the instruction manual of the excavator on which the
hydraulic breaker will be mounted to thoroughly
understand the details.
FOREWORD
This manual is composed of three sections, "SAFETY", "OPERATION", "INSPECTION / MAINTENANCE"
and explains the correct handling, daily checkup and repair when using an Fxj series breaker.
For the excavator to mount the breaker on, refer to the instruction manual of the excavator.
Before using the breaker, be sure to read this manual and fully understand the operation, inspection and
repair.
The specification values/numerical values in this manual are written using the units of the international unit
system (SI unit) and other units that can be used with the SI unit.
The specifications, text and illustrations in this manual are based on the data at the time when it was made,
and so they are sometimes different from your breaker because the specifications and others have been
changed.
If you have any questions about handling or maintenance of the hydraulic breaker, consult your dealer.
The contents of this manual are the “Original Instructions”.
WARNING
If the hydraulic breaker is operated, inspected or repaired regardless of the
contents of this manual, an accident, which could result in serious injury or
death, will be caused.
• This manual should be kept near the excavator on which the breaker is
mounted and the user should read it before operation.
• If this manual is lost or damaged or if you need a new one order it from
your dealer.
WARRANTY ................................................................................................................... 0 - 6
Safety
Operation
Inspection/Maintenance
ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................. 3 - 27
Adjustment of the stroke adjuster ......................................................................................................... 3 - 27
Adjustment of the valve adjuster .......................................................................................................... 3 - 28
OPTION ...................................................................................................................... 3 - 29
Changing the stroke valve .................................................................................................................... 3 - 29
SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety Symbols
Most accidents are caused by disregarding the basic rules of operation, inspection or repair, or by neglecting
the inspection before operation. Many accidents can often be avoided by recognizing potentially hazardous
situations before they occur.
Before operating, inspecting or repairing the hydraulic excavator on which the breaker is mounted, be sure to
read and fully understand the warnings and operation procedures described in this manual.
Safety messages are classified as follows so that the users can understand the warnings in this manual.
DANGER
Indicates an extremely hazardous situation which, if not observed and handled properly, will
result in death or serious injury (risk of death or serious injury). This signal word is to be
limited to the most extreme situations.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not observed and handled properly,
could result in death or serious injury (possibility of death or serious injury).
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not observed and handled properly, may
result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
NOTICE
Indicates precautions related directly/indirectly to personal safety or property.
Note
DANGER or WARNING should not be considered for property damage accidents unless
personal injury risk appropriate to these levels is also involved. CAUTION (and NOTICE) is
permitted for property -damage- only accidents.
Every message with safety symbols includes preventive measures to avoid danger.
Furukawa Rock Drill Co. Ltd. cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential
hazard in operation, inspection or repair; therefore the warnings in this manual are not all inclusive. Ensure
your safety, strictly observing those safety precautions.
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OUTLINE OF THE BREAKER
Use of the breaker
Applications
This breaker is used to break hard rocks, concrete slabs, etc. and to dig hard, solid ground in a mine, quarry
or construction site (road, railroad, dam, demolition, preparation, etc.). The applicable works are as follows:
• Breaking by hammering
• Demolishing by hammering
• Digging by hammering
WARNING
Do not use this breaker for any applications other than specified above.
Warming-up operation
This breaker is already factory-adjusted and checked before shipment. To maintain the breaker's performance
and lengthen the service life of the breaker, operate the breaker properly. For the first 100 hours of the initial
operation (according to the indication of the service meter), carry out a running-in operation paying attention
to the following points.
• Perform the warming-up operation for five minutes after starting engine.
• After warming-up, move the boom, arm, etc. for about five minutes to raise the hydraulic oil temperature.
• When breaking or doing demolishing work, carry out the work within the hydraulic pressure of the breaker.
table. These values are measured in accordance with EC Noise Directive 2000/14/EC and Amendment
Directive 2005/88EC.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We hereby declare that the machine described below, with the build specifications as delivered from us,
conforms to Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Article 2 sub b, Noise Directive 2000/14/EC and Pressure
Equipment Directive 97/23/EC.
This product is supplied as interchangeable equipment and under the current machinery directive, it must be
newly commissioned, after that the whole combination must be in compliance with the provisions of the
European requirements, 2006/42/EC, 2000/14/EC and 97/23/EC.
Harmonized EN-standards taken into account: Safety of machinery - Basic concepts, general principles for
design - Part 1: Basic terminology, methodology: NEN-EN-ISO 12100-1 and Safety of machinery - Basic
concepts, general principles for design - Part 2: Technical principles: NEN-EN-ISO 12100-2.
Date of issue:
Place of issue: Utrecht, The Netherlands
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LOCATION OF MODEL NAME AND SERIAL NO.
• The model name and serial number are stamped on the cylinder of the breaker main body.
Advise your dealer of the model and serial number when placing an order for parts or asking for repairs.
Dealer
Address Phone
Service station
Address Phone
* Part Nos. shown in this manual are subject to change without notice for product improvement, etc.
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LOCATION OF WARNING LABELS
The warning labels show the instructions to prevent accidents caused by careless or wrong handling during
inspection and repair. Follow the instructions shown by the labels as well as those shown in this manual.
NOTICE
If a warning label comes off or is damaged, stick it on again or replace it with a new one.
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WARRANTY
FURUKAWA ROCK DRILL CO., LTD. (hereinafter, FRD) will warrant a new hydraulic breaker hereinafter,
PRODUCT) sold by FRD or an FRD dealer with the following contents and conditions.
Warranty period
The warranty period in two stages shall be applied to the following items regarding the PRODUCT.
Type Warranty period Warranted articles
*1 *2
Core Warranty • 12 months or 1000 operation hours Piston, Cylinder-Liner, Cylinder,
whichever comes first. Back-Head, Accumulator and Valve
(Seals and Diaphragms are the objects
of the Basic Warranty.)
*1 *2
Basic Warranty • 6 months or 500 operation hours Others except the above-mentioned
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whichever comes first. parts
*1: When the PRODUCT is being operated for more than 8 hours a day on a two- or three-shift system, the
warranty period is shortened. For details, contact FRD or FRD dealer.
*2: Operation time is counted by the engine hour meter of the carrier on which the PRODUCT is mounted.
*3: The Fast-Wearing Parts of the PRODUCT such as the Rod, Front Bushing, Front-Holder, Rod Pin or
Stop Pin are worn with the passage of operating hours. The worn parts are not warranted. When these
Fast-Wearing Parts are worn beyond the use/wear limit described in the instruction manual, the warranty
for them is ended even if they are within the warranty period. If you operate the PRODUCT after
Fast-Wear Parts have already reached the use/wear limit, the Basic Warranty and the Core Warranty for
the main parts will be invalidated. Before exceeding the use/wear limit, replace the parts with genuine
FRD parts.
Contents of warranty
When a defect in material or workmanship is found by FRD or an FRD dealer during the warranty period
under normal operation and maintenance as described in the Instruction Manual, FRD or the FRD dealer will,
during normal working hours take the following actions without cost. The removed defective parts shall
become property of FRD.
• Provide the parts needed to correct the relevant defects
• Provide reasonable labour to correct the relevant defects. (Provide reasonable travel costs where the
PRODUCT is located)
Customer responsibilities
The customer shall be liable for the following items.
• Operate and maintain the PRODUCT as described in the instruction manual
• Costs for worn parts when FRD or an FRD dealer replaces the worn parts
• Make the PRODUCT available for FRD or an FRD dealer promptly after the defect is found for correction
of the defect.
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Limitations
FRD Warranty is not applicable for following subjects.
• Worn Fast-Wearing parts such as the Rod, Front Bushing, Front Holder, Rod Pin or Stop Pin.
• Failures caused by improper maintenance that is not observed in the Instruction Manual or use of
contaminated hydraulic oil or grease.
• Failures caused by improper operation that is not observed in the Instruction Manual.
• Failures caused by improper job application that is not observed Instruction Manual.
• Failures caused by improper repair that is not carried out by FRD or an FRD dealer.
Transfer of warranty
When a customer has purchased a used PRODUCT that is still within the warranty period, the customer
should present the PRODUCT and its delivery record to FRD or an FRD dealer for inspection. On condition
that the necessary inspection is performed for the PRODUCT, the rest of the warranty period will be valid.
Costs for inspection will be applied.
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SERVICE MEMO
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Safety
WARNING
Thoroughly understand the importance of “Safety”.
Incorrect handling is very dangerous, leading to
serious injury or death.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Safety control
Study the instructions before operation.
• Before operating the breaker, read the instruction manual and fully understand the operation procedure
and cautions.
• Wrong operation will cause an accident resulting in injury or death or will damage the breaker.
• Keep the instruction manual next to the operator’s seat of the hydraulic excavator.
• The operations of the levers, pedals and switches are different between excavators because of
manufacturers or models. Before operating the excavator, check the operations of the levers, pedals and
switches at a safe place and fully understand them.
Safety manual
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
WARNING
CAUTION
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Safety precautions
WARNING
Strictly observe precautions for "safety," and take protective measures.
Selecting an excavator.
• For selecting the proper excavator, contact your dealer.
• Use an excavator whose cabin is equipped with a safety glass on the front surface or a front guard.
• When operating the breaker in a work site that is potentially dangerous due to falling rocks or scattered
demolition debris, use an excavator with a FOPS head guard.
• When operating the breaker on the edge of a road or slope that may cause the excavator to turn over or
fall off, it is recommended to use an excavator with a ROPS/FOPS protective structure and seat belt.
• Before operating the breaker on an excavator without a cabin in a work site that is potentially dangerous
due to falling rocks or scattered debris of demolition, take preventive measures against the danger.
FOPS: Falling-object protective structure according to EC regulations.
ROPS: Rollover protective structure according to EC regulations.
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Safety precautions
Emergency equipment.
• Be sure a first aid kit and fire extinguisher are near at hand in case of emergencies. Understand how to
handle the kit and extinguisher.
• Read the instructions about the type and use method on the extinguisher and memorize them.
• Know where to get assistance in an emergency. Record the necessary telephone numbers.
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Safety precautions
Modification is prohibited.
• Contact your dealer when non-conformance has occurred, and when disassembly, repair, or modification
is desired for some reason or other.
• We cannot assume responsibility for an accident or failure caused by an unauthorized modification
(including disassembly and repair) and for any secondary damage.
Safety guards.
• When operating two or more machines at the same place, arrange signs and put a security man in
place.
Machine #1 Machine #2
OK! OK!
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Safety precautions
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Safety precautions
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Safety precautions
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Safety precautions
Travel safety.
• Sound the horn before starting the machine to call the attention of a watchman, guide, and workers.
• To prevent accidents, travel on flat ground as much as possible and make sure to hold the hydraulic
breaker at 40 to 50cm (15 to 20 inches) above ground when travelling.
• When travelling in water, observe the allowable depth of the hydraulic excavator in the water and
exercise special care so that the hydraulic breaker will not be immersed in the water.
• Starting or stopping the machine abruptly on unstable ground and slopes can cause it to tip over. Always
operate the machine slowly on unstable ground and slopes.
• Be careful when travelling on frozen ground or snow.
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Safety precautions
Maintain visibility.
• When a work site is dark, turn on the working lights on the hydraulic excavator to maintain visibility.
• If a work site is too dark to maintain visibility with the working lights on the excavator, take proper
countermeasures (for example, installing flood lights) to illuminate the work site properly.
HIGH VOLTAGE
DANGER
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Safety precautions
Turning precautions.
• Operation near a building or wall may cause a collision during swinging, hitting workers around the
machine or causing them to be crushed against the wall.
• Operate the machine in a place sufficiently away from a building or wall.
• Make sure the work area is clear of all personnel around the excavator before swinging.
• Before swinging the excavator, sound the horn to warn all personnel around the excavator.
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Safety precautions
Take care not to hit the hydraulic breaker against the boom.
• Be very careful not to hit the hydraulic breaker against the boom. The working range of the hydraulic
breaker is different from the bucket.
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Safety precautions
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Safety precautions
Beware of piles.
• When operating the excavator on a pile, the pile may give way because of the excavator's mass or
vibration and the excavator might tilt suddenly. Operate the excavator on a pile with care.
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Safety precautions
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Safety precautions
Beware of collisions.
• Be careful of the surroundings and overhead when operating the machine at an indoor work site or in a
narrow place.
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Safety precautions
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Safety precautions
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Safety precautions
(+)
(-)
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Safety precautions
20-30cm
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Safety precautions
Lever
safety key
Blocks
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Safety precautions
Road transportation
Remove the hydraulic breaker from the hydraulic excavator.
• If the hydraulic breaker is installed on the hydraulic excavator, the overall height, when loaded on a
truck, may be too high to transport safely.
• Before loading the excavator on to the truck, remove the breaker from the hydraulic excavator to
transport safely.
Safe transfer.
• Secure the hydraulic breaker with wire ropes to prevent it falling or shifting during transportation.
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Safety precautions
Install plugs
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
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Safety precautions
General precautions.
• Do not allow a third person to enter when inspecting or maintaining the machine.
• When mounting/dismounting the hydraulic breaker jointly with another person, follow the instructions
from the supervisor. Determine signals with the co-worker and exchange communications sufficiently
during work.
• Serious injury or death can result from failure to keep the work area clean and clear of debris, hand tools
and other objects.
• Maintenance without proper tools can cause not only parts damage and poor performance, but also
serious injury or death.
OFF LIMIT
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Safety precautions
CAUTION
DO NOT
OPERATE
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Safety precautions
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Safety precautions
Wrong
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Safety precautions
Check
after the
maintenance
Dispose of waste.
• Never dump waste on the ground or in rivers or ponds.
• When waste is drained from the machine, use a container to collect the waste.
• Disposal of waste can cause environmental pollution. Follow local, state or national regulations to
dispose of refuse oils, fuels, cooling water, coolants, brake oils, solvents, filters, batteries and other
potentially harmful waste.
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SERVICE MEMO
Operation
WARNING
Thoroughly understand the details of this operation
manual before operation.
Improper handling is very dangerous, causing an
accident, resulting in serious injury or death.
NAME OF COMPONENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Name of components
Standard specifications
Model
Fxj175 Fxj275 Fxj375 Fxj475
Item
Weight of the body (incl. rod) kg 560 940 1295 1630
Total weight of the SV-BOX kg 995 1770 2525 3190
Weight of the top bracket kg 79 208 274 370
Hydraulic oil pressure MPa 16 - 18 16 - 18 16 - 18 16 - 18
Required oil quantity liter/min 100 - 160 145 - 220 170 - 260 200 - 300
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Number of blows min 450 - 600 350 - 550 300 - 450 250 - 350
High-pressure side mm 19 25 25 32
Hose dia.
Low-pressure side mm 19 25 25 32
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FUNCTION OF EACH PART
Bolt
4 bolts for fixing the cylinder and back head of the breaker body.
Cylinder
Hydraulic circuit for reciprocating the piston and others are built in. The cylinder is the heart of the breaker
body. To support the rod, the front holder and front bush are incorporated.
Accumulator
High-pressure nitrogen gas (N2 gas) is charged inside. The accumulator compensates for pressure in the
hydraulic circuit and prevents pulsation. (See "CHARGING THE ACCUMULATOR WITH N2 GAS AND
INSPECTION OF THE CHARGE PRESSURE" on P.3-23.)
Piston
Kinetic energy of the piston is converted into impact energy when the piston strikes the rod and consequently
rock is broken.
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Function of each part
Rod
A chisel for breaking rock. Flat point, wedge point, and moil point rods can be used in accordance with the
application.
(See "Types of rods and major applications" on P.2-12.)
Control valve
• The mark S on the valve housing indicates the stroke adjuster and V indicates the valve adjuster.
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Function of each part
• The stroke is set to the long stroke position (fully tightened) before shipment from the factory.
• The number of the blows can be increased to 1.5 times by loosening the adjuster by 6 turns for secondary
breaking, etc.
• Standard equipment has a stroke valve that does not permit idle blows.
This system eliminates the idle blows of the piston which occur the moment an object is shattered.
• A stroke valve for idle blows is available as an option.
(Refer to "Changing the stroke valve" on P.3-29.)
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Function of each part
Valve adjuster
The valve adjuster controls the quantity of breaker consumption oil.
• Adjustment is necessary only when the breaker is mounted on a hydraulic excavator whose specifications
for the oil quantity and pressure are less than the standard specifications. Do not change the valve adjuster
settings unnecessarily. (See ADJUSTMENT OF THE VALVE ADJUSTER on p.3-28.)
* The marking of the completely closed state is punched in alignment with the mark on the valve housing
when the valve adjuster is tightened completely. (0-point adjusting mark)
When the valve adjuster is opened counter clockwise, the number of blows and oil consumption increase.
When the valve adjuster is closed, the number of blows and oil consumption decrease.
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Function of each part
Needle valve
When the breaker is mounted on an excavator whose maximum discharge oil flow is beyond the specified
value, this valve is used to adjust the oil flow. When the discharge oil flow is within the oil consumption of the
breaker, it is not necessary to perform any adjustment with this valve.
When shipped from the factory, this valve is fully closed.
How to adjust
Adjust the bypass flow amount so that the maximum discharge oil flow of the excavator may be less than the
oil consumption of the breaker.
Maximum discharge oil amount of excavator (L/min) - Bypass flow amount (L/min) < Oil consumption of
breaker (L/min)
Example: When the Fxj275 breaker is mounted on an excavator whose maximum discharge oil flow is
250L/min, adjust the bypass flow amount to the range of 2 to 3 turns in the graph below.
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Function of each part
CAUTION
Lubricate the cylinder every two hours.
To grease the unit, put the rod on the ground and push it against the piston.
• Grease the rod and front bush through the grease nipple on the box connected to the cylinder unit’s port
block. To grease the units, put the rod on the ground and push it against the piston.
If greasing is done incorrectly as shown in the above figure with “×”, the following problems will occur.
• The contaminated grease will enter the piston striking chamber side to go into the hydraulic breaker body.
• Because grease is not circulated in the whole front unit, the parts built in the front unit will be worn early and
the front bush, front holder and others will be scratched and damaged causing early failure.
NOTICE
If the front bush or front holder is worn, the clearance these and the rod is larger. This allows the
piston to strike the rod at an angle and the rod is damaged, the piston is scratched and oil
leakage is increased. You must grease the front bush and front holder properly.
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Function of each part
An air check valve is installed inside the breaker to prevent an air pump phenomenon in the piston chamber.
• The connector with a filter in the air supply port prevents suction of dust.
• Clean the filter periodically.
Explanation of operation
• When the piston moves up, a negative pressure is generated in the piston chamber, and air enters into the
piston chamber through the air check valve.
• When the piston moves down (impacting process), the pressure inside the piston chamber increases and
the air check valve operates to prevent the air from flowing back to the air supply port. The air check valve
stops the back flow and prevents entry of dust by releasing the air to the rod side.
NOTICE
Do not operate the breaker with the air cap removed.
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Function of each part
This valve is used for filling the back head with nitrogen gas, as well as for checking the gas pressure.
The back head is filled with nitrogen gas. Energy is accumulated when the piston moves backward.
• If the gas pressure is decreased, the working efficiency of breaker is decreased and hydraulic pulsation is
generated. Ask the FRD dealer to inspect the gas pressure.
(Refer to “CHARGING THE BACK HEAD WITH N2 GAS AND INSPECTION OF THE CHARGE
PRESSURE” on P.3-19.)
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EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS
External dimensions of the hydraulic breaker
1780
1592
1258
2590
2362
1953
810
695
770
340
830
φ170
Fxj475
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External dimensions
328
25
1423
1788
2288
2796
φ120 φ140
620
680
Fxj375 Fxj475
• 902408-880010 • 902409-880010
600 843 660
820
φ170 430 φ170 552
600 610
440
480
60
90
2000
2172
3155
3372
φ155 φ170
715
720
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External dimensions
• Furukawa provides the following kinds of rod; moil point rod, wedge point rod, flat rod and the ball-point rod
(with an alloy steel core). In general, the moil point is frequently used, but select an appropriate rod
according to the nature of the work and the characteristics of the object to be broken.
NOTICE
Breaker parts will not be warranted unless a genuine rod is used.
A A B
Model
Fxj175 Fxj275 Fxj375 Fxj475
Item
A 140 A 150
Rod dia. (mm) 120 140
B 155 B 170
Total length (mm) 1110 1310 1405 1510
Effective length (mm) 695 770 810 830
Use limit (Effective length) (mm) 410 450 490 510
Mass (kg) 76 135 172 221
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External dimensions
NOTICE
When installing/removing the oil hose plugs and union caps, clean them well to prevent
entry of dust. If you neglect cleaning, the hydraulic oil is contaminated by entry of dust.
Contaminated oil will cause failure of the breaker and the excavator.
Union cap
The union cap is used to cap the pipe end of the excavator piping for
prevention of oil leakage and entry of foreign matter.
NOTICE
Keep the removed union caps and hose plugs in the tool box.
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INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BREAKER
Installing the hydraulic breaker
WARNING
Two persons (one of whom is the operator of excavator) are necessary for
installing/removing the hydraulic breaker so determine the signals for operation in advance.
Be sure to use a crane to handle brackets, pins, and other heavy parts.
Arm
Mounting pin
(Link side) Stop valve
Piping on low-pressure side
Top bracket
Piping for breaker
Mounting pin (Arm side) Boom
Low-pressure side Relief valve
High-pressure side
Line filter
Breaker body Hydraulic tank
+SV-BOX
Rod
Foot pedal
Oil pump
Control valve
1. Place the breaker on thick supporting boards (after fitting the hoses and bushings).
2. Slowly move the operation lever of the excavator to align the pin hole of the arm end with the pin hole of the
breaker’s bracket.
CAUTION
When positioning the mounting pin, do not put your hand or finger into the pin hole.
If the arm or hydraulic breaker moves, your hand or finger may be cut or injured.
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Installing/removing the breaker
3. Insert the mounting pin (1) from the right side so that the lock bolt (2) can be seen from the operator seat.
4. Insert the mounting pin (1) into the pin hole, set the stop ring (3) and attach the lock bolt (2).
5. Tighten the lock bolt with double nuts (4) and (5).
Lock
WARNING
Tighten the lock bolts of the mounting pins securely. If a lock bolt comes off during
operation, the mounting pin will fall out and the hydraulic breaker will be disconnected from
the excavator causing an accident resulting in injury or death.
NOTICE
Tighten lock bolts with double nuts. Visually check the lock nuts for looseness from the
operator's seat of hydraulic excavator during the breaking operation.
6. Stop the engine of the excavator, discharge pressure from the hydraulic oil tank and lock the lever. (Refer to
the excavator’s instruction manual for discharging pressure from the hydraulic oil tank and locking the
lever.)
7. Check that the stop valves on both sides of the end of the arm are in the "Closed" position.
Fully closed
position
Stop valve
Bracket
Wrench
Oil hose
Fully open
position
8. Remove the union caps and oil hose plugs from the breaker piping lines attached to the end of the arm, and
connect the oil hose.
NOTICE
Provide a pan to collect waste oil before connecting or disconnecting the oil hoses. Wipe up
any spilt oil completely. Take special care to avoid entry of dust when connecting oil hoses.
• Soil or dust in an oil hose will cause failure of the breaker and the excavator.
9. Start the engine of the hydraulic excavator, and raise the boom. Then operate the bucket cylinder to
straighten the twisted connections of the hoses to the breaker.
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Installing/removing the breaker
10. Place the hydraulic breaker on the ground and fully open the stop valves at the high- and low-pressure
sides to connect the hydraulic circuit.
Wrench
CAUTION
The rod sometimes jumps out due to the oil pressure in the pipes. Do not stand near the rod.
WARNING
Since the mounting pins are heavy, use a crane to handle them. When aligning or inserting a
pin, don't put your hand into the pin hole. When installing/removing the mounting pin by
tapping, wear safety goggles because metal pieces or paint scraps can be scattered.
CAUTION
Before connecting or disconnecting the oil hoses, place an oil pan under them to catch spilt
oil. Wipe up any spilt oil completely.
1. Place the hydraulic breaker, with the accumulator facing up, on square timbers placed on the ground.
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Installing/removing the breaker
2. Stop the engine of the excavator, release the internal pressure from the hydraulic oil tank and lock the
machine control levers.
(For releasing the pressure from the hydraulic oil tank and locking the machine control levers, refer to the
instruction manual for the excavator.)
3. Set the right and left stop valves (1) to the fully closed position. Then, loosen the oil hose fittings at the arm
side and remove the oil hoses.
* Residual pressure may remain in the hydraulic piping lines. Loosen the oil hose fittings little by little to
release the residual pressure.
4. Tighten the oil hose plugs (2) and union caps (3) securely to prevent mud or dust from entering the oil
hoses and pipes.
Union cap
Closed position Stop valve
Open position
5. Loosen the lock nuts (4) and (5) at the bucket link side with a wrench and remove the lock bolts (6) and
stop rings (7).
6. Wind a nylon sling around the mounting pin (8) and remove the pin supported by a crane.
* If the pin cannot be removed, start the engine and slightly operate the arm for centring.
7. Likewise, unlock the nuts on the arm side, remove the lock bolt and stop ring and then pull out the pin.
8. Make sure that the mounting pin (8) and bushings (9) are not excessively worn, damaged, deformed nor
cracked and that there is no problem in the arm (10) and link (11).
* If there is a problem in the arm (10) or link (11), repair or replace the part.
9. Start the engine and slowly operate the machine control lever to make sure the piping is free from oil
leakage.
10. Attach the removed mounting pins and bushes to the hydraulic breaker.
(6)
(7)
(8) (11)
(10)
(4) Bush
(5)
(9)
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OPERATION PROCEDURES (BREAKING)
CAUTION
In a country having regulations for the operation of an excavator equipped with a breaker,
the operator must obey the rules.
CAUTION
Before starting the engine, confirm the safety of the area around the excavator.
Security
• Before starting operation, check the topographical and geological conditions of the work site and pay
sufficient attention to cracks in the ground and the collapse of buildings.
• For the safety of the pedestrians and vehicles passing near the working machine, provide guards, arrange
fences and take safety measures as much as possible.
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Operation procedures (breaking)
Breaker operation
The breaker operation procedure for general concrete breaking is shown below.
1. Move the excavator to the front of the concrete to be broken.
CAUTION
Move the excavator to a stable, strong roadbed as much as possible.
2. Operate the boom, arm and bucket cylinder of the excavator, set the breaker perpendicularly to the
concrete surface to break and then push and thrust the breaker against the concrete.
CAUTION
Excessive thrust will cause loss of balance of the excavator when the concrete is broken.
When excessive thrust is applied and the impacting operation is conducted with the front of the excavator
lifted by 20cm or more, the machine will fall forward right after rock is broken and the breaker or the end of the
SV-box will crash against rock, leading to the breakage of the breaker or the SV-box, as well as damage to the
excavator itself.
CAUTION
When thrust drops during impacting, a shock will be given to the breaker, SV-box, arm or
boom of the excavator to cause problems. Operate the boom to increase thrust.
4. After breaking the concrete, return the pedal to the original position immediately to prevent no-load striking
of the breaker.
Repeat the above operation for breaking.
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Operation procedures (breaking)
Optimal thrust
To make good use of the breaker’s power, thrust must be given to the breaker while the crawler front is lifted
by 10 ‒ 20cm. When the thrust is insufficient, impact will be applied to the breaker, SV-box and the hydraulic
excavator arm, leading to their failure.
When excessive thrust is applied and striking operation is conducted with the front of the excavator lifted by
20cm or more, the machine will suddenly fall forward right after the rock is broken and the breaker or the end
of the SV-box will crash against the rock, leading to breakage of the breaker or the SV-box, as well as damage
to the excavator itself.
When the machine breaks a rock while the front of the excavator is lifted by 20cm or more, the vibration
during breaking will be transmitted also to the tracks, so avoid such operation for protection of the tracks.
Exercise care so that thrust will be applied at all times during the hammering operation. Avoid idle blows.
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Operation procedures (breaking)
Direction of thrust
The direction of thrust should coincide with the direction of the rod. Let the rod strike a rock as perpendicularly
as possible. When it strikes a rock at an angle, the rod and front bush will be galled or the rod will be broken.
Select a stable firm ground for the breaking work and let the rod strike a rock in a firm and stable manner.
WARNING
Wrong lever operation may cause a serious accident, resulting in injury or death. Operate
the levers correctly.
Backward
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Operation procedures (breaking)
WARNING
Do not travel the machine with the breaker pushing a rock.
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Operation procedures (breaking)
NOTICE
Change the rod striking positions when the rock cannot be broken within 30 seconds.
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Operation procedures (breaking)
NOTICE
The distance that enables rock to be broken by hammering within 30 seconds is an effective
breaking distance. Breaking on a small scale at short distances prevents secondary
breaking of large rocks and transmits the breaking power generated by the breaker to the
rock bed efficiently. The life cycle of the wear parts will also be improved.
The standard for the breaking distance in 30 seconds is 30 - 40cm for hard rock and 50 -
60cm for soft rock. Break a rock from the edge in the order of 1 → 2 → 3. The breaking power
is transmitted to the free face along an arc. If the breaking distance is too long, the surface
area to the free face is increased and the breaker cannot break the rock.
Select an appropriate engine speed (rpm) for breaking with the breaker.
Select the specified engine speed or set to "breaker mode" if the excavator has operation modes for breaking.
The breaking power will not change even if the engine speed is increased excessively. Increased engine
speed will cause the oil temperature to rise, leading to overheating.
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Operation procedures (breaking)
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Operation procedures (breaking)
CAUTION
The rod is hot right after breaking, so do not touch it.
• Check for oil leakage from the piping and damage to the rod.
• Check if the hydraulic oil is cloudy or not after using the breaker in a river, etc. To prevent rusting inside the
breaker, clean and grease inside of the front unit.
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LONG-TERM STORAGE
CAUTION
Negligence of the following operation will cause rust inside the breaker, leading to failure.
When the breaker will not be used for a long time (more than three weeks), clean the outside of the breaker
and carry out the following operations:
• Check the appearance of each part for defects.
• Remove the rod and apply rust preventive oil to the inside of the front unit.
• Push in the charging valve with a slotted screwdriver. Remove the nitrogen gas completely from the back
head and push the piston into the cylinder so that rust cannot be generated on the end of the piston.
• Store the breaker on thick supporting boards in a well-ventilated room. When it is unavoidable to store the
breaker outdoors, place it on flat ground with sufficient ventilation and drainage and cover the breaker with a
tarpaulin.
CAUTION
When the breaker is operated suddenly under high pressure, the oil film will be broken,
causing seizure of the piston and cylinder.
• Before starting the breaker, carry out a break-in for 5 ‒ 10 minutes without nitrogen gas in the back head.
(Working hydraulic pressure: 2 ‒ 3MPa)
• Check that the number of blows is regular during break-in.
• Check there is no oil leakage from any part of the breaker during the break-in.
• Check the respective piping lines for damage or oil leakage.
• Charge the back head with nitrogen gas to the specified pressure after checking everything is OK during the
break-in, and then start the operation.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
The table below is prepared for the person in charge of maintenance to be able to take corrective measures
immediately when breaker troubles occur. When trouble has occurred, check the conditions shown below,
and take corrective measures or contact the FRD dealer.
(1) Hydraulic oil is not supplied to (a) Failure of hoses and pipes (a) Inspection, repair, or
the oil inlet of the breaker. replacement of piping system
(d) Insufficient hydraulic oil (d) Add oil to the oil tank up to the
specified level.
(2) Hydraulic oil is supplied (e) Failure inside the breaker (e) Ask the dealer for an overhaul.
sufficiently to the oil inlet of
the breaker. (f) Nitrogen gas filling pressure (f) Adjust the nitrogen gas filling
at the back head is excessively pressure.
high.
2. Hammering operation is OK
but the breaking power is
weak.
(1) High-pressure oil is not (a) Failure of hoses and pipes (a) Inspection, repair, or
supplied sufficiently to the oil • Clogged piping system replacement of piping system
inlet of the breaker. • Oil leakage
(c) Insufficient hydraulic oil (c) Add oil until specified level.
(e) Pump out of order (e) Ask the excavator dealer for
maintenance.
(f) Drop in the relief valve pressure (f) Ask the excavator dealer for
maintenance.
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Trouble shooting
(2) High-pressure oil is supplied (g) Failure of the inside of the (g) Ask your dealer for an
sufficiently to the oil inlet of cylinder overhaul.
the breaker. • Entry of foreign substances
(3) The number of blows is (h) Drop in the nitrogen gas filling (h) Adjust the nitrogen gas filling
increased. pressure at the back head pressure.
(i) The stroke adjuster is kept (i) Adjust the stroke adjuster.
open.
3. The breaking force weakens (a) The accumulator of the (a) Ask your dealer for
and hose vibration becomes breaker body is defective. maintenance.
bigger during operation. • Gas leakage • Fill the gas or replace the
• Breakage of diaphragm diaphragm
(b) Drop in the nitrogen gas filling (b) Adjust the nitrogen gas filling
pressure at the back head pressure.
(c) The stroke adjuster is kept (c) Adjust the stroke adjuster.
open.
4. Oil leakage from the cylinder (a) Abrasion of the cylinder seal (a) Ask the dealer for an overhaul.
or rod increases. • Check if the normal lubricating
grease flows out of the rod unit
or if the hydraulic oil flows out.
5. Piston is working but does not (a) Galling of the rod (a) Remove rod and front bush,
strike the rod. and finish it by buffing or with an
oil stone.
6. The play between the breaker (a) Breakage of the respective (a) Replace the dampers.
body and bracket becomes dampers
large and the noise increases.
(b) Grease leaks from the (b) Check the seals and supply
hydraulic adjuster. grease.
(c) Dust enters the inside of the (c) Install the pin plug, dust plug,
frame. etc. securely.
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HYDRAULIC OIL
Selection of hydraulic oil and grease
• In order to exhibit the hydraulic breaker performance to the maximum extent and maintain high efficiency,
selection of the hydraulic oil is very important. In general, hydraulic oil specified by the excavator maker is
recommended.
Furukawa recommends the hydraulic oil shown in the table below. However, if you are in one of the
following cases, consult your dealer;
a. When the machine is used in extremely cold/hot weather.
b. When the machine is operated in a place where our recommended hydraulic oil is unavailable.
c. When the properties of the hydraulic oil specified by the excavator maker are substantially
different from the properties of the hydraulic oil recommended by our company.
d. When biodegrading hydraulic oil is used.
e. When fire-resistant hydraulic oil is used.
• Furukawa recommends lithium base grease and containing molybdenum or other surface protecting
additives. The NLGI specification of the grease is shown in the table below.
It is important that FRD Rod Grease should be used for lubricating the rod and bushes. This grease is a
copper based grease designed to give maximum lubrication of the rod even when the rod has been heated
during operation. Other greases do not give the same level of lubrication at higher temperatures.
NOTICE
If you have operated the breaker when the oil temperature has exceeded 80°C, you must
check the seals.
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Hydraulic oil
Oil contamination
• Contamination of the hydraulic oil may not only damage the hydraulic breaker but also damage the
excavator's hydraulic devices and parts. It is important to check the contamination daily.
• Pay special attention to the oil contamination and replace it earlier than usual if necessary. When replacing
the oil, clean the hydraulic oil tank, cylinder, and pipes completely. Check the hydraulic oil when cleaning
and replacing the oil filter.
Filter : Replace it after the first 50 hours and subsequently every 100 hours.
Hydraulic oil : Replace it after the first 250 hours and subsequently every 600 hours.
• It is recommended to control the cleanness of the hydraulic oil for the hydraulic breaker with "NAS Grade 9"
* as a standard.
When you have a question about the oil contamination, contact your dealer.
NOTICE
When the replacement interval of the hydraulic oil is specified by the excavator’s maker,
compare it with the interval specified by Furukawa and follow the specification of the shorter
interval.
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SERVICE MEMO
Inspection/Maintenance
WARNING
Pay attention to safety during inspection and
maintenance.
Abnormality, when left as it is, will cause serious
injury or death. Repair immediately.
MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION AND REPAIR
The breaker is an attachment of the excavator or the like. Therefore not only the inspection and repair
mentioned in this manual but also those for the base machine (hydraulic excavator, etc.) are very important.
Read the instruction manual fully and carry out inspection and repair accurately to use the breaker safely and
efficiently.
Yearly inspection
Bring your hydraulic breaker to your dealer and ask for an inspection and repair once a year to prevent
problems and to use a breaker safely. Shorten the intervals according to the contents or conditions of work,
and you will prevent problems.
Overhaul the breaker every 1000 hours in the at the Furukawa Rock Drill dealer.
Standard of judgment
Parts Check points
Description Method
1. The charged gas pressure must be within the Measure the pressure.
specified value.
2. No gas leakage. Confirm by using a
Back head
detection spray.
3. The torque of the mounting bolts must be Check the torque (with
correct. a torque wrench).
Cylinder 1. No oil leakage. Visual check
1. The torque of the mounting bolts must be Check the torque (with
Valve housing correct. a torque wrench).
Breaker main body
Bolt 1. The tightening torque must be correct. Check the torque (with
Box
3-1
Maintenance, inspection and repair
Standard of judgment
Parts Check points
Description Method
1. No oil leakage. Visual check
2. The oil hoses must not be damaged, swayed or Check the torque.
Oil hoses in contact with other hoses or parts. Hose joints
must not be loosened.
Notes:
*1 Refer to P3-9 for the wear limit of each part.
*2 Refer to P3-9 for the rod use limit (effective length).
*3 In some types of excavator, no relief valve and line filter (exclusively for breaker) are fitted in the
piping circuit of the breaker. In such a case, omit these checks.
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Maintenance, inspection and repair
Standard of judgment
Check points
Description Method
1. Grease must be in the cartridge. Visual check
Cartridge 2. The cartridge must not be damaged or Visual check. Check the
loosened. cartridge.
Cartridge adapter 1. No grease leakage Visual check
Main unit mounting bolts 1. The bolts must be tightened to the specified Check if the torque is
torque. 130Nm (with a torque
wrench).
Adapter mounting bolts 1. The bolts must be tightened to the specified Check if the torque is
torque. 6Nm (with a torque
wrench).
Oil hose 1. No oil leakage Visual check
2. The oil hoses must not be damaged, swayed or Check the torque.
in contact with other hoses or parts. Hose joints
must not be loosened.
Grease hose 1. No grease leakage Visual check
2. The grease hoses must not be damaged, Check the torque.
swayed or in contact with other hoses or parts.
Hose joints must not be loosened.
Cartridge
Cartridge adapter
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Maintenance, inspection and repair
3-4
Maintenance, inspection and repair
NOTICE
Before operation, be sure to check the following items and lubricate respective parts.
• Dust plug and pin plug • Replace the plug when it is missing.
• Replace when damaged.
• Looseness of the hose joint, • Hydraulic piping for the breaker • Tighten to the specified torque.
damage to the hose, and oil • Oil hoses • Replace when damage.
leakage
• Abnormal oil leakage • Joints of the back head, cylinder, • Check if the leakage is caused by
and accumulator rod lubrication grease or hydraulic
oil.
• Gap between the front bush and • When hydraulic oil is leaking,
the rod contact your dealer and ask for
replacement of the seals.
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Maintenance, inspection and repair
• Greasing • Supply grease through the greasing • Grease the rod after pressing it
port on the cylinder unit port block. against the ground and pushing it
• Grease the top bracket mounting into the cylinder.
pins. To prevent grease from entering the
piston impacting chamber, push the
rod into the cylinder before greasing.
• Level of the hydraulic oil • Hydraulic oil tank • The contamination of the hydraulic
• Contamination oil is different according to the
working conditions. Judge the
degree of contamination according
to the colour of the hydraulic oil.
• Water will make the hydraulic oil
cloudy. Change the hydraulic oil
completely in that case.
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Maintenance, inspection and repair
Greasing intervals
CAUTION
Supply grease through the port block every 2 hours.
Supply grease on the condition that the rod is put on the ground and is pressed against the
piston.
Greasing port
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Maintenance, inspection and repair
E E
D
D
C B C B
C F C F
G G
Model
Fxj175 Fxj275 Fxj375 Fxj475
Location
Bolt size M30 M36 M39 M42
A Back head HEX head size mm 46 55 60 65
Tightening torque N-m 1500 2200 2500 2800
Bolt size M24×3.0 M24×3.0 M30×2.0 M30×2.0
B Accumulator HEX socket size mm 19 19 22 22
Tightening torque N-m 750 750 1350 1350
HEX head size mm 22 22 22 22
C Accumulator cap, plug
Tightening torque N-m 80 80 80 80
Bolt size M20×2.5 M20×2.5 M20×2.5 M20×2.5
D Valve housing HEX socket size mm 17 17 17 17
Tightening torque N-m 450 450 450 450
Bolt size M18×1.5 M20×1.5 M22×1.5 M22×1.5
E Valve housing cover HEX socket size mm 14 17 17 17
Tightening torque N-m 300 350 450 450
Bolt size M14×1.5 M16×1.5 M20×1.5 M20×1.5
F Accumulator cover HEX socket size mm 12 14 17 17
Tightening torque N-m 200 250 350 350
Bolt size M14×1.5 M14×1.5 M14×1.5 M14×1.5
G Port block HEX socket size mm 12 12 12 12
Tightening torque N-m 200 200 200 200
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Maintenance, inspection and repair
SV-box
Model
Fxj175 Fxj275 Fxj375 Fxj475
Location
Bolt size M20×1.5 M24×3.0 M30×3.5 M36×4.0
A Top bracket HEX head size mm 30 36 46 55
Tightening torque N-m 450 600 1000 1600
Bolt size M16×2.0 M16×2.0 M16×2.0 M16×2.0
B Hydraulic adjuster HEX head size mm 24 24 24 24
Tightening torque N-m 200 200 200 200
Bolt size M16×2.0 M20×1.5 M20×1.5 M24×3.0
C Sound-proof cover HEX head size mm 24 30 30 36
Tightening torque N-m 200 350 350 600
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WEAR LIMIT DIMENSIONS FOR CONSUMABLE PARTS
NOTICE
Be sure to use genuine Furukawa parts for replacement.
When you use any other parts except genuine Furukawa parts, not only the relevant parts
but also others are not warranted.
3-9
Wear limit dimensions for consumable parts
Unit (mm)
Part name Model Dimension (A) of a new part Wear limit dimension (B)
Rod Fxj175 695 410
Fxj275 770 450
Fxj375 810 490
Fxj475 830 510
Piston Fxj175 28 25
A Fxj275 33.5 30.5
B
Fxj375 33.5 30.5
Fxj475 34 31
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WHEN TO REPLACE THE ROD AND FRONT
BUSH/FRONT HOLDER
NOTICE
Use of a non-genuine rod will void the warranty of the breaker parts.
• Replace the rod with a new one when the rod end is worn and reaching the wear limit. (See "WEAR LIMIT
DIMENSIONS FOR CONSUMABLE PARTS" on P.3-9.)
• Visually check the rod. If cracks are found, replace the rod with a new one.
• When the gap between the rod and front bush becomes large, only small part of the piston will strike the
rod, making the rod easy to break. Therefore, when the diametric gap seems to exceed the standard value,
check the wear on the front bush and front holder. When the gap has reached the wear limit, replace both
items.
Rod
• When you replace the front bush and rod, check the front holder inside the cylinder for wear. If the wear
has exceeded the limit, replace the front holder with a new one.
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When to replace the rod and front bush/front holder
CAUTION
Do not use a hammer when you remove the rubber plug and stop pin. The rubber plug is
designed, when receiving pressure, not to fall out. Because of this if you hit the stop pin
with a hammer the plug will open out inside the cylinder and you will not be able to remove
it.
• Remove the rubber plug, which is provided to prevent the stop pin from falling out, with a screwdriver.
Insert the screwdriver in the slot on the circumference of the plug. Pry the rubber plug out of the cylinder.
Screwdriver
• Insert the press pin and push out the stop pin.
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When to replace the rod and front bush/front holder
WARNING
To prevent the hydraulic breaker from turning over, put thick supporting boards on a level
ground and place the breaker on them to keep the portions contacting with the boards
horizontal.
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When to replace the rod and front bush/front holder
Pin plug
Dust plug
Dust plug
• Remove the pin plug and dust plug with the slotted screwdriver, which is stored in the tool box. If the
removing tool comes off from the hole, wind a proper cloth or paper around the tool’s outer diameter
section to increase the resistance to slip. Then, insert the removing tool.
Slotted screwdriver
Slotted screwdriver
3. Remove the plug, which is provided to prevent the stop pin from falling off, with pliers. Next, insert the
press pin to push out the stop pin. Remove the dust plug on the rod pin by prying with a screwdriver or
any other pointed tool. Then, screw the socket bolt into the rod pin fully and remove the rod pins.
Socket bolt
Rod pin
Press pin
Stop pin
Pliers Plug
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When to replace the rod and front bush/front holder
NOTICE
When the rod pin cannot be removed, remove the dust plug at the bottom of the SV-box and
insert the press pin. Tap the press pin with a one-hand hammer and remove the rod pin.
(The press pin is in the tool box.)
4. Wind a nylon sling around the centre of the rod and pull out the rod with a crane while balancing the rod.
CAUTION
Use a nylon sling and crane which can support the rod weight.
5. Clean the disassembled parts, and check them for wear, damage or breakage. Replace parts that are
extremely worn or deformed with new ones. Remove the burrs and swelling from the rod and rod pins with
a grinder. When the deformation of the rod pin is extreme, rod replacement will be difficult. Check the rod
pin periodically and replace the right and left rod pins at the same time at an early stage. When the rod
pins have not reached the wear limit, you can change the right and left rod pins with each other and use
them. However, it is not possible to turn the rod pin upside down.
Rod
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GREASING THE ROD AND FRONT BUSH
CAUTION
When handling the rod and other heavy parts, be sure to use a crane.
Apply grease fully to the movable portion of the rod and front bush before mounting.
Before mounting the rod, apply grease fully to the movable portion of the rod pin section on the rod and the
front bush.
Apply grease
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MOUNTING THE ROD
CAUTION
When handling the rod, and other heavy parts, be sure to use a crane.
Apply grease to the movable portion of the rod and rod pins before mounting.
Grease the rod after pressing it against the ground and pushing it into the cylinder.
(Refer to “Daily inspection and maintenance before operation” on P.3-4.)
When using the breaker for the first time after purchasing or repairing, apply grease fully to
the rod pin movable portion of the front bush and rod to fill the grease sump. The required
grease should be a one cartridge amount as standard.
Mounting in an SV-box
1. When assembling the rod, align the rod pin hole with the groove on the rod and insert the rod pin.
Apply grease to the movable portion of the rod pin and rod before assembling.
* Turn the rod clockwise and counter clockwise slightly to insert the rod pin smoothly.
Rod pin
2. Insert the stop pin. Then insert the plug, which is provided to prevent the stop pin from falling out. If the
plug is cracked or damaged, do not reuse it, otherwise it will come out when the breaker is in operation,
causing the stop pin, rod pins or rod to fall out.
Stop pin
Plug
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Mounting the rod
3. Insert the dust plug and pin plug, which are provided to prevent dust from going into the breaker. Apply
grease to the outer circumference of the dust plug and pin plug and push them in securely until they
touch the cylinder. If you use the breaker without dust plugs and pin plugs, dust will go into the box and
cause the dampers to be worn earlier than usual.
Pin plug
Dust plug
Dust plug
4. To grease the rod, press it against the ground and push it into the cylinder. Then, fill the grease sump with
grease through the grease nipple on the front surface of box. Apply a grease quantity of one cartridge as
standard.
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CHARGING THE BACK HEAD WITH N2 GAS AND
INSPECTION OF THE CHARGE PRESSURE
WARNING
Charging gases other than N2 (nitrogen) gas may cause an explosion. Make sure only
nitrogen gas is used to charge the back head.
CAUTION
The breaker and hose fittings may be hot immediately after use. When checking or charging
the back head with nitrogen gas, make sure the temperature of the breaker is normal. When
charging the back head with nitrogen gas, do not stand in front of the rod because the rod
may spring forward.
N2 Gas
When replacing a back head mounting bolt or disassembling the breaker, release the gas
completely beforehand by half pushing in the charging valve with the high-pressure gas kit.
NOTICE
Charging gas pressure varies according to the rod position. Before charging the back head
with gas, lay the breaker down and make the rod in a free status.
N2 Gas
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Charging the back head with n2 gas and inspection of the charge pressure
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Charging the back head with n2 gas and inspection of the charge pressure
NOTICE
Check that no gas leaks from charging valve. (Use a gas leakage detection spray for
checking.)
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Charging the back head with n2 gas and inspection of the charge pressure
(13) Install the cap (4-C) of the high-pressure gas kit (4). Make sure that the O-ring (4-E) is installed.
(14) Remove the high-pressure gas kit (4) and install the plug (8) into the breaker. Make sure that the O-ring
(9) is installed.
(15) Inspect the gas pressure by the method indicated above. (See "Checking the charge gas pressure".)
NOTICE
When the hydraulic breaker is warmer than the ambient air, check the charging gas
pressure with the temperature of the breaker body as standard, regardless of the ambient
temperature.
Nitrogen gas expands or contracts according to the ambient temperature. Its inner pressure is changed even
with the same capacity. Charge the back head with nitrogen gas according to the specified pressure at
ambient temperature or main body temperature. When the hydraulic breaker is warmer than the ambient air,
charge the back head according to the specified pressure with the temperature of the breaker body as
standard.
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CHARGING THE ACCUMULATOR WITH N2 GAS
AND INSPECTION OF THE CHARGE PRESSURE
WARNING
If you charge the accumulator with any gas other than nitrogen gas, an explosion may
occur. Be sure to charge the accumulator and back head with nitrogen gas.
CAUTION
When the accumulator is separated from the breaker main body, before charging with N2
gas, make sure accumulator main body and cover are tightened by bolts properly to the
specified torque.
NOTICE
When charging the accumulator with gas, use the high-pressure gas kit. (Charging directly
from the gas cylinder may cause damage to the diaphragm.)
When charging the accumulator with N2 gas, ask the dealer for assistance.
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Charging the accumulator with n2 gas and inspection of the charge pressure
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Charging the accumulator with n2 gas and inspection of the charge pressure
NOTICE
Check that no gas leaks from the plug or cap. (Use a gas leakage detection spray.)
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Charging the accumulator with n2 gas and inspection of the charge pressure
(12) Install the cap (4-C) of the high-pressure gas kit (4). Make sure that the O-ring (4-E) is installed.
(13) Remove the high-pressure gas kit (4). Tighten the plug (8) and cap (10). (Make sure that the O-ring (11)
is installed on the plug (8) and cap (10).)
NOTICE
When the hydraulic breaker is warmer than the ambient air, check the charging gas
pressure with the temperature of the breaker body as standard, regardless of the ambient
temperature.
Nitrogen gas expands or contracts according to the ambient temperature. Its inner pressure is changed even
with the same capacity. Charge the accumulator with nitrogen gas according to the specified pressure at
ambient temperature or main body temperature. When the hydraulic breaker is warmer than the ambient air,
charge the accumulator according to the specified pressure with the temperature of the breaker body as
standard.
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ADJUSTMENT
Adjustment of the stroke adjuster
Models Fxj275, Fxj375 and Fxj475 are equipped with a mechanism that permits changing of the number of
blows by adjustment of the stroke adjuster rotation. Since this mechanism can adjust the number of blows by
changing the piston stroke, without changing oil pressure and oil flow consumption, it can be widely used
from primary to secondary breaking. Using a higher blow rate for secondary breaking of soft rock results in
better work efficiency in general.
1. The adjustment is done as follows. Loosen the nut and close the stroke adjuster fully and the stroke will
be the longest and the number of blows will be the minimum.
2. Return the stroke adjuster by 6 turns from the fully-closed status and the stroke will be the shortest and
the number of blows will be the maximum. Adjust the number of blows within this range.
Fully closed
(Max. stroke length)
Direction of rotation
of the adjuster
3. The number of blows will be approximately 1.5 times more than the fully-closed status of the stroke
adjuster and the impacting energy will be approximately 2/3.
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Adjustment
CAUTION
When the adjustment exceeds the valve adjuster adjustment range, it may break the internal
seals, causing oil to flow out from the breaker, which is dangerous.
NOTICE
Adjustment is necessary only when the breaker is mounted on a hydraulic excavator that is
out of the compatible range (when the oil flow and pressure are less than the specification).
Do not make an adjustment unnecessarily.
• The position of the valve adjuster shown in Table 1 is an example, which may be different from the
appropriate position pre-set before shipment from the factory.
Operating pressure Oil consumption Valve adjuster position Max. rotation adjustment
Model
MPa litres/min rev range of the valve adjuster
Fxj175 145 3−4
Fxj275 205 4−5
18 6 rotations
Fxj375 245 4−5
Fxj475 275 4−5
• Fully close the valve adjuster and then turn it counter clockwise for adjustment. When the valve
adjuster is closed completely, a mark is punched on valve adjuster in alignment with mark on
valve housing. (0-point match mark)
• Regulate valve adjuster so that operating pressure and oil consumption will be as shown in Table 1.
When operating pressure and oil consumption do not reach specified levels, adjust relief valve on
the excavator and others.
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OPTION
Changing the stroke valve
Either idle blow or anti-idle blow function can be selected by changing the stroke valve when the long stroke
is set.
NOTICE
Close the stroke adjuster fully, and then open it by 1/4 turn and tighten the nut. Excessive
tightening of the stroke adjuster may break the stroke valve.
Install the idle blow stroke valve and adjust the stroke adjuster to the shortest piston stroke (the maximum
number of blows), and the anti-idle blow function is cancelled.
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