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Fxj-101E

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”.

"Carelessness and negligence" cause an accident.


"Safety first"
You have a key to safety!

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.

• Operator and maintenance service personnel shall read this manual


before operation.

• If this manual is lost or damaged or if you need a new one order it from
your dealer.

• If the breaker is transferred, be sure to attach this manual to the breaker.

• This manual has been made according to the regulations of Japan. If it is


used abroad, follow the regulations of the country.
GENUINE PARTS
Use only Genuine FRD parts for FRD Hydraulic Breakers. The Genuine FRD Parts such as Rods and Front
Bushings are manufactured to have the hardness and dimensions which are best for FRD Hydraulic
Breakers.
FRD Warranty is only applicable when Genuine FRD Parts are used.
CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................................................ 0 - 1

OUTLINE OF THE BREAKER ........................................................................................ 0 - 2

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ............................................................................... 0 - 3

LOCATION OF THE MODEL NAME AND SERIAL NO. ................................................. 0 - 4

LOCATION OF WARNING LABELS ............................................................................... 0 - 5

WARRANTY ................................................................................................................... 0 - 6

Safety

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................... 1 - 1


Safety control ......................................................................................................................................... 1 - 1
Precautions before and after starting the engine ................................................................................... 1 - 6
Precautions for safe operation ............................................................................................................... 1 - 7
Precautions for parking and stopping the machine .............................................................................. 1 - 20
Road transportation .............................................................................................................................. 1 - 21
Precautions for maintenance................................................................................................................ 1 - 22

Operation

NAME OF COMPONENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS .................................................... 2 - 1


Name of components ............................................................................................................................. 2 - 1
Standard specifications .......................................................................................................................... 2 - 1

FUNCTION OF EACH PART ........................................................................................ 2 - 2

EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS ......................................................................................... 2 - 10


External dimensions of the hydraulic breaker ...................................................................................... 2 - 10
External dimensions of the SV-box ....................................................................................................... 2 - 11
Types of rods and major applications ................................................................................................... 2 - 12
Oil hose plug and cap ........................................................................................................................... 2 - 13
INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BREAKER ................................................................ 2 - 14
Installing the hydraulic breaker ............................................................................................................. 2 - 14
Removing the hydraulic breaker ........................................................................................................... 2 - 16

OPERATION PROCEDURES (BREAKING) .............................................................. 2 - 18


Precautions for safe operation.............................................................................................................. 2 - 18
Breaker operation ................................................................................................................................. 2 - 19
Optimal thrust ....................................................................................................................................... 2 - 20
Direction of thrust.................................................................................................................................. 2 - 21
Precautions for operation ..................................................................................................................... 2 - 21
When the operation is suspended or completed .................................................................................. 2 - 26

LONG-TERM STORAGE ........................................................................................... 2 - 27

TROUBLE SHOOTING .............................................................................................. 2 - 28

HYDRAULIC OIL ........................................................................................................ 2 - 30


Selection of hydraulic oil and grease .................................................................................................... 2 - 30
Classification of hydraulic oil and grease ............................................................................................. 2 - 30
Oil temperature control ......................................................................................................................... 2 - 30
Oil contamination .................................................................................................................................. 2 - 31

Inspection/Maintenance

MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION AND REPAIR............................................................... 3 - 1


Periodical inspection and repair ............................................................................................................. 3 - 1
Daily inspection and maintenance before operation .............................................................................. 3 - 4
Greasing intervals ................................................................................................................................... 3 - 6
Tightening torque of each bolt ................................................................................................................ 3 - 7

WEAR LIMIT DIMENSIONS FOR CONSUMABLE PARTS ........................................... 3 - 9


Wear limit dimensions for the breaker main body .................................................................................. 3 - 9

WHEN TO REPLACE THE ROD AND FRONT BUSH/FRONT HOLDER ..................... 3 - 11


Replacement standards of the rod, front bush and front holder ........................................................... 3 - 11
Replacing the front bush. .................................................................................................................... 3 - 12

REMOVAL OF THE ROD ............................................................................................. 3 - 13


Removing from an SV-box .................................................................................................................... 3 - 13

GREASING THE ROD AND FRONT BUSH................................................................. 3 - 16


MOUNTING THE ROD ................................................................................................. 3 - 17
Mounting in an SV-box ......................................................................................................................... 3 - 17

CHARGING THE BACK HEAD WITH N2 GAS


AND INSPECTION OF THE CHARGE PRESSURE .................................................... 3 - 19
N2 gas charging tool assembly ............................................................................................................ 3 - 20
Checking the gas charging pressure .................................................................................................... 3 - 21
Charging the back head with N2 gas ................................................................................................... 3 - 21
Specified nitrogen gas charging pressure for the back head ............................................................... 3 - 22

CHARGING THE ACCUMULATOR WITH N2 GAS


AND INSPECTION OF THE CHARGE PRESSURE .................................................... 3 - 23
N2 gas charging tool assembly ............................................................................................................ 3 - 24
Checking the gas charging pressure .................................................................................................... 3 - 24
Charging the accumulator with N2 gas ................................................................................................ 3 - 25
Specified nitrogen gas charging pressure for the accumulator ............................................................ 3 - 26

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.

Sound power level


The value of the guaranteed sound power level Lwa (dB(A)) of each breaker model is given in the following

table. These values are measured in accordance with EC Noise Directive 2000/14/EC and Amendment

Directive 2005/88EC.

Sound power level(dB(A))


SV-box
Fxj175 120
Fxj275 122
Fxj375 123
Fxj475 124

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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.

Manufacturer's name : Furukawa Rock Drill Co. Ltd.,


Manufacturer's address : 1-5-3, Nihonbashi, Chuo-Ku,
Tokyo 103-0027, Japan.

Authorized representative : Furukawa Rock Drill Europe B.V.


Representative’s address : Proostwetering 29, 3543 AB Utrecht, The Netherlands.

Technical documentation holder : J.A. van Son


Holder’s address : Furukawa Rock Drill Europe B.V.
Proostwetering 29, 3543 AB Utrecht, The Netherlands.

Description : Hydraulic breaker


Type :
Serial number :

Measured sound power level :


Guaranteed sound power level :

Excavator size (t) :


Weight of breaker (kg) :
Excavator setting pressure (MPa) :
Working pressure (MPa) :
Required oil flow (l/min) :
Blows per minute ( /min) :
Conformity assessment procedure : Internal control of production

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

Name: J.A. van Son


Position: Technical Manager
Furukawa Rock Drill Europe B.V.

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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.

Record your Breaker and Dealer details.


Date of delivery: (Day) (month) (Year)

Model name Serial No.

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
*3
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 the negligence to replace a worn part.

• 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.

• Use of parts, which are not recommended by FRD.


• Failures caused by alterations, repairs or adjustments carried out without the written authorization of FRD.

• Failures caused by carelessness or improper repair by the customer.

• Failures caused by a Natural Disaster or Force Majeure.


• Failures caused by the customer’s delay in making the PRODUCT available for correction by FRD or an
FRD dealer, or delay in notifying potential PRODUCT failure to FRD or an FRD dealer.
• Noise, vibration or leaking of oil/grease that will not influence the breaker performance or minor failure on
appearance in sole judgment of FRD or FRD dealer.
• FRD is not responsible for incidental, consequential damages or loss of profit.

• When the PRODUCT, sold in Japan, is operated in foreign countries

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

• If this manual is lost or damaged, contact your dealer for a replacement.

Follow instructions and warnings.


• Severe injury or death may result if the following instructions are not taken. Don't ignore what you don't
understand.
• Make sure to read all safety instructions and warnings and fully understand them before operation.

WARNING

CAUTION

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Safety precautions

Check the mass of the hydraulic breaker unit.


• Check and observe the mountable mass of the attachment for the hydraulic excavator. Check the mass
of the hydraulic breaker unit with the document on which it is written or the nameplate on the breaker
box.
• Put the document on which the mass of the hydraulic breaker is written in a place that enables you to
check it easily in the cabin.

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

Keep the rules of the work site.


• Make a work plan, prepare a daily or monthly report and record the working situation.
• Before operation start, discuss with the supervisor at the work site about the prohibitions, cautions and
work procedures. Then, strictly observe these instructions for safety.
• When the operator alternates with another, he must inform the alternate of the machine condition by
word of mouth or by a memo.
• When using a signal person, determine signals.
The operator must obey the signals of the signal person.

Safety clothing and protective gear.


• Don't wear loose clothes, which can become entangled in the machinery and cause accidents.
• Wear a safety helmet and safety boots when operating or working on the machine.
• Also wear safety glasses, anti-dust mask, earplugs and protection gloves and so on, if needed.

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.

Use the safety devices correctly.


Don't remove or modify the safety devices. When using a safety device incorrectly, a serious accident will
occur.
• Read the instruction manual of the excavator for the safety devices such as the safety lock lever.
Understand the operation and many cautions and then use the device.

No fatigue or lack of sleep.


• Fatigue, lack of sleep, drugs or alcohol can lead to carelessness and cause accidents.
• Don't operate a machine when you are in such a condition.

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

Safe work site.


• Be sure all flammables (e.g. fuels and gas cylinder) and obstacles (e.g. tools, vehicles, wastes and other
materials) are clear of the work site to secure a safe work site.
• Take precautions to minimize hazards. For example, make a dangerous area a trespassing prohibited
area. Put security guards securely in place.

Watch out for fire.


Fuel and other types of oil are all inflammable. They may be ignited when fire is brought near them. Be
sure to stop the engine before filling fuel or hydraulic oil.
• Refrain from smoking during fuelling or at a fuelling place. Do not bring fire close to the fuelling place.
• Store fuel and oil in the specified place and do not allow people other than those concerned to approach
the place.
• Do not use a match, lighter, or other open fire to check for oil leakage.
• Check the hydraulic piping and oil hoses. If oil leakage or deterioration of an oil hose is found, repair or
replace the hose immediately.

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Safety precautions

Precautions before and after starting the engine


Securing firm ground and safety on a work spot.
Examine the geographical and geological features and road conditions of the work place in advance.
Then, place the hydraulic excavator on firm ground.
• To ensure safety for pedestrians and general vehicles, place watchmen or guides and barricades at the
work place. No-one must enter the work place except the persons concerned with the work.
• When operating the excavator on a building, a floor may collapse and the excavator may tip over.
Before operation, verify that the floor is strong enough to support the excavator. The floor also should be
strong enough to bear the breaking impact. Moreover, the floor may be weakened by operating the
breaker. Reinforce the floor if necessary.

Cleaning around the operator’s seat.


• Don't put a tool or part around the operator’s seat or the operation will be hindered.
• Wipe away mud or oil from the floor, pedals and levers; otherwise, faulty operation will occur.

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Safety precautions

Adjustment around the operator’s seat.


• Set the control lever at LOCK before starting the engine so that the operating devices may not move.
For locking the machine control lever, refer to the excavator’s instruction manual.
• Lower the front window and protective net of the excavator to protect from flying stone chips and
concrete debris.
• Always keep the windows and rear view mirrors clean.
• The operator must operate the hydraulic breaker’s control pedal (or lever), the working device’s control
levers and the travel levers easily and safely with his/her back against the seat. Adjust the operator’s
seat properly.

Precautions when starting the engine.


• Before starting the engine, give a warning signal by horn, etc. to the watchman, guide and other
workers.
For starting the engine, refer to the instruction manual for the excavator.

Carry out warm-up.


• After starting the engine, do not operate the hydraulic breaker at once but carry out an engine warm-up.
• After warming up, move the boom and arm slowly to warm up the hydraulic system for 5 minutes.

Check the operation of the hydraulic breaker.


After warming up the hydraulic system, do not operate the hydraulic breaker at once but actuate it slowly
to check if it operates normally.

Precautions for safe operation


Use the machine only for the specified purposes.
Do not use the machine for any purpose other than specified ones, otherwise injury, an accident, or failure
will result.
• Lifting loads with the hydraulic breaker by chains or ropes is illegal. Never hoist a load under such a
condition.
• Use a machine specified for crane work (load hoisting).

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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.

Precautions when a problem has occurred.


• If disassembly or repair is required because of a problem, contact your dealer.
• If there is something wrong with the hydraulic breaker, report it to the supervisor. Do not operate the
hydraulic breaker until the problem is solved.

Don’t use a working device, such as a crane, when equipped with a


hydraulic breaker.
When the hydraulic excavator is equipped with a hydraulic breaker, do not use the working device, such
as a crane, the breaker may be damaged or the excavator may tip over. When equipped with the breaker,
remove the working devices that are not relevant to the specified work or store them in the proper places.
• When operating the breaker, store the hook inside the bucket link and fix it.
• If you use the breaker without storing the hook, the breaker may interfere with the hook to damage both
of them.

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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.

Beware of an electric shock.


Approaching transmission cables and high-tension cables may cause serious injury or death due to an
electric shock.
• Make arrangements with the power company in advance to station a watchman or take other safety
measures.
• When the work site is close to high-tension cables, contact the power company in advance and keep
sufficient distance between the excavator and high-tension cables.
• When the work site is close to transmission cables, have workers and watchman wear rubber or
leather-sole shoes and other insulation/protection tools as necessary.
• If the excavator has touched electric cables, warn workers around not to touch the machine.
• If the excavator has touched electric cables, jump to the ground at once without touching the step, etc.
• If there are specific guidelines to keep certain safety distance from the transmission voltage stipulated by
the local or national government, follow those guidelines.
*Guidelines on the safety distance from transmission voltage are shown below.
VOLTAGE (A,C) SAFE DISTANCE
0 - 60,000V 3m or More
66,000V 4m or More
154,000V 5m or More
500,000V 11m or More

HIGH VOLTAGE
DANGER

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Safety precautions

Wear a seat belt.


• It is recommended to use an excavator fitted with a seat belt.
• When operating the breaker on the edge of a road or slope that may cause the excavator to turn over or
fall off, wear the seat belt.

Beware of underground utilities.


• Before operating, verify with the control offices the location of underground cables, gas pipes, water
pipes and drain pipes and other underground utilities.
• If a gas pipe is damaged during operation, keep flammable materials away from the damaged gas pipe
and report the damage to a fire station and controlling company immediately.
• When a pipe of waterworks or drainage is damaged, contact the controlling company.
• Cutting through a fibre optic cable may cause serious eye damage.

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

Precautions when operating the hydraulic excavator.


• Operating a pedal or lever from any place other than the operator’s seat will cause an operation error
leading to an unexpected accident. Such an operation is very dangerous.
• Sit on the operator’s seat correctly and then operate the hydraulic excavator.
• Operating the travel lever wrongly may cause a serious accident resulting in injury or death.
Check the directions of the crawler and the operator’s seat and before travelling.
When the travel motor is at the front side of the operator’s seat, the travel levers should be operated in
reverse.

Take care not to contact the cabin with the breaker.


• If the hydraulic breaker or rod contacts with the excavator’s cabin or, an accident may occur. Take care
not to hit it.

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

Beware of the rod end.


The rod end is sharp and dangerous.
• Always handle the rod with care and never turn the end toward any person.

Beware of the rod when filling gas.


When filling gas in the back head, the impact piston may be pushed out and the rod may move out.
• The rod may jump out when inclining the hydraulic breaker. Be careful.
N2 GAS

Don't jack up the excavator.


• If, when pushing the rod so hard that the hydraulic excavator is jacked up, the excavator may become
unstable due to the rock breaking unexpectedly or slipping of the rod end and serious injury or property
damage can result from it. Don't jack up the hydraulic excavator.

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Safety precautions

Beware of operation in the inclination ground.


Operating the excavator on inclines may cause tipping over because of the instability.
• Maintain a level working surface for operation on inclines.
• Operating or stopping the hydraulic excavator abruptly can cause tipping over because of the inertia.
Always operate the excavator slowly on inclines.
• On a work site that may cause the machine to turn over or fall over, place a guide.

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.

Operation on a cliff is dangerous.


• If the breaker operates on a cliff, it may fall off due to collapse of the cliff or edge of the road. Don’t
operate it on a cliff.
• In the event that the supporting surface gives way and it becomes too late to go backward, don't lift up
the hydraulic breaker abruptly. Putting the breaker down might be safer sometimes.

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Safety precautions

Beware of falling rocks and landslide under a cliff.


• Since there is a danger of landslide and falling rocks, avoid breaker operation under a cliff.
• When you operate the breaker under a cliff, place the undercarriage at a right angle against the cliff wall
and make sure that the travel motor is placed at the rear of the track to escape quickly at any time.

Operation on unstable ground is dangerous.


When operating the hydraulic breaker on potentially unstable ground, vibrations and impacts from the
operation can cause it to tip over unexpectedly.
• Maintain a level working site before you start breaking.

Keep away from cliffs and the edge of a road.


• Keep as far away as possible from cliffs and edge of a road because the ground may be soft.
• Even if the cliff or edge of the road seems firm, the ground may collapse due to the machine weight.
• On a work site where the machine can turn over or fall off, place a guide.

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Safety precautions

Beware of softened ground after earthquakes or explosion.


• The ground becomes softened after an earthquake or an explosion. Be careful of landslides, loose
edges of the road and falling rocks. Make sure there are no unexploded explosives in the working area.

Beware of collisions.
• Be careful of the surroundings and overhead when operating the machine at an indoor work site or in a
narrow place.

Stop operation when something is wrong with the breaker.


• If a part breaks, a strange noise or other problems happen during operation, stop operating the breaker
immediately. Operating the breaker without repairing it can cause a serious machine breakdown and
accidents. If something is wrong with the machine, check the cause of the problem immediately and
perform maintenance to prevent a breakdown.

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Safety precautions

Stop the engine immediately when oil leaks.


• If hydraulic oil leaks from the breaker or a hose during operation, stop the operation and the engine
immediately. Check and repair the part causing the oil leakage.

Pull down poles, beams and walls carefully.


When you break down buildings by using the breaker, poles, beams and walls may fall down in an
unexpected direction and may cause serious injury or death.
• The buildings being demolished must not collapse in a dangerous direction. Be very careful of falling
material.

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Safety precautions

Prevent accidents during operation.


• No one (including a guide) must enter the area where the hydraulic breaker will operate and the debris
of demolition will be scattered.
• Place proper signboards in the area where the hydraulic breaker will operate and the debris of
demolition will be scattered.
• Before starting operation, make sure that there are no persons or obstacles in the machine’s operating
range.
• The watchman, guide and operator must determine understandable signals such as a hand signal for an
emergency.
• If a person enters the machine’s operating range, immediately stop the operation.
• For the following work, a supervisor must be selected:
Demolishing or breaking a concrete construction (whose height is 5 meters or more).

Be careful when swinging aside


• In general, horizontal stability of a hydraulic excavator is not as good as the vertical stability. The
hydraulic excavator might tip over when swinging. As the hydraulic excavator with a hydraulic breaker
installed has a heavier load on the front, never swing abruptly.
• Especially when on a slope, swing slowly and carefully.

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Safety precautions

Postpone operation if visibility is poor.


• If visibility is not good enough to work, postpone the operation until visibility becomes better.
• When expecting a strong wind, heavy rain or snow and other rough weather which may prevent safe
operation, contact your supervisor to ask for suspension of the operation.

Flat working sites and access roads.


• If working sites or access roads are rough, instability and vibration of the machine can cause accidents
or property damage. Maintain graded working sites and access roads and operate the hydraulic
excavator on even, firm ground only. Do not operate the excavator on raised piles or other unstable
ground.
• Be aware of the safe operation radius and limited mass for your particular machine and operate the
machine within the safe range of the operating radius.

Connecting/disconnecting the batteries.


• When disconnecting the battery cables of the hydraulic excavator, be sure to disconnect the negative
side first. When connecting battery cables, connect the positive side first.
Disconnect the
negative side first

(+)
(-)

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Safety precautions

Exercise care when climbing up/down a slope.


• When climbing up or down a slope, lower the engine speed, keep the angle between the boom and arm
at 90 to 110°, raise the hydraulic breaker 20 to 30 cm above ground and run the machine facing the
slope in a straight direction.
• When the hydraulic excavator slips on a slope or becomes unstable, lower the hydraulic breaker onto
the ground and stop travelling.

20-30cm

Beware of hot areas on the machine.


Right after stopping the engine, the machine is still very hot and contacting the machine can cause serious
injury. The hydraulic breaker, rod, hydraulic excavator and hydraulic oil, in particular, become very hot.
• Don't start inspections or maintenance until the temperature of such parts cools down.

Beware of asbestos dust.


Don’t breathe in dust which may contain asbestos. Breathing in dust containing asbestos can cause
cancer. It is essential to check whether the material to be broken contains asbestos and if the presence of
asbestos is detected, stop work immediately and inform the appropriate authorities. Removal of asbestos
can only be done by authorized companies using special equipment.

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Safety precautions

Precautions for parking and stopping the machine


Precautions for parking and stopping the machine.
• Stop the hydraulic excavator on flat and firm ground. Set the hydraulic breaker on the ground.
• If stopping or parking on an incline is unavoidable, block the tracks to prevent the excavator from moving
unexpectedly.
• When stopping or parking the hydraulic excavator, place all machine control levers to the lock position
for locking the machine.
For locking the machine control levers, refer to the instruction manual for the hydraulic excavator.
• When leaving the operator’s seat, turn the starter switch to the off position and take the key with you to
prevent unauthorized persons from operating the machine. Keep the key in a specified place.

Lever
safety key

Blocks

Precautions when parking on a street.


• When parking the hydraulic excavator on a street, post signs and fences around the excavator to identity
it, even in the dark, to prevent accidents.
• Set the hydraulic breaker on the ground and lock the doors to prevent unauthorized personnel from
operating the machine or doing mischief.

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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.

Load and unload carefully.


• Use a crane, operated by a qualified person, to load or unload the breaker.
• Be careful about that the crane does not turn over.
• Be careful of the crane hook. When not using the crane, place the crane hook above your head.

Safe transfer.
• Secure the hydraulic breaker with wire ropes to prevent it falling or shifting during transportation.

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Safety precautions

Avoid oil leakage during transporting.


• If oil leaks from the hydraulic breaker during transporting, oil may drop on to the road and cause
accidents or slipping and injury can result when unloading. Install plugs on the hoses to prevent oil
leakage.

Install plugs

Precautions for maintenance


Inspect the breaker after operation.
• Perform inspections of bolts, oil leakage, cracks, damage, wear and hoses after operation every day.
• If something is wrong with the breaker, perform maintenance and contact your work shop or distributor
to repair or replace the breaker, if necessary.
• Operating the faulty breaker without trouble shooting and repair can cause unexpected breaker damage
or accidents.

Study safety maintenance.


• Failure to follow inspection and maintenance instructions can cause not only property damage but also
serious injury or death.
• Before performing inspections for your particular machine, fully understand how to inspect the machine
safely, including safety precautions, tools, qualifications, safety clothing, etc.
• Clean the hydraulic breaker before inspection and maintenance for safe work.

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

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Safety precautions

Protective clothing and devices.


• Performing inspection and maintenance without wearing protection can result in burns, cuts, falls, eye
damage and other injuries.
• Always wear safety glasses, safety helmet, safety boots, gloves and when necessary, ear protections,
when performing inspections. Make sure to wear a protective face shield, helmet, and other protective
gear when using a grinder or a hammer, to protect from flying bits of steel.

Wear protective goggles.


• When using compressed air, be sure to wear protective goggles and protective clothing that can
withstand the pressure.
• When hammering pins, etc. for disconnection, metallic pieces or dry pieces of paint will be scattered.
Wear protective goggles in such a case.
• Scattered pieces may cause danger to people around the work site as well. Check that there are no
people around before starting the operation.

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

Use a caution tag.


If an unauthorised person starts the engine or moves the control lever incorrectly, a serious accident will
be caused.
• While inspecting or repairing, hang a caution tag and show clearly "Don't start the engine" and "Don't
handle the control levers."
• Hang caution tags around the vehicle if necessary. Prevent faulty operation fully.

CAUTION
DO NOT

OPERATE

Beware of hydraulic oil.


• High pressure diesel and hydraulic oils can cause serious injury or death if they get into the skin or eyes.
Use a wooden board to check for oil leakage, not your bare hands. Hydraulic oil leakage from a pin hole
is sometimes invisible.
• If hydraulic oil gets into your skin, get emergency medical treatment immediately or death may result.
• Fatigued, deteriorated, or damaged hoses may break and high-pressure oil may gush out. Do not touch
hoses.

Pay attention to the steel strands of the oil hose.


• If a steel strand comes out of the oil hose, the strand may injure the person during inspection/assembly.
When performing inspection/assembly, pay attention to the steel strands of the oil hose. If the oil hose is
extremely damaged, replace it.

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Safety precautions

Be careful of internal pressure.


Internal pressure is applied constantly to the hydraulic system. When connecting/disconnecting the oil
hoses, stop the engine, release the residual pressure and close the stop valves.
Refer to the hydraulic excavator operation manual for "Releasing residual pressure."
Hydraulic oil is hot during and right after operation. Allow the oil temperature to lower sufficiently before
touching the hose for removal.

Prevent a fall without fail.


• If inspecting or repairing while the breaker is above the ground, be careful not to drop the breaker
suddenly. Use a safety support or safety block as a receiving stand. If the breaker cannot be held firmly,
do not do an inspection or repair under the breaker.

Handle nitrogen gas carefully.


• The accumulator has been filled with high pressure gas. When removing the accumulator without
relieving the gas from it, the accumulator cover and other parts can blow off and cause serious injuries.
Before removing the accumulator, make sure to relieve the gas from the accumulator.
• Using a different gas instead of nitrogen gas can cause an explosion. Be sure to use nitrogen gas only
when charging the accumulator and the back head.
• When relieving gas from the back head, blowing gas and dust from the back head can hurt the eyes.
Wear safety glasses and don't be too close to the valve.

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Safety precautions

Precautions for welding for repair.


During welding for repair, breakage of electrical equipment and welding heat may cause the paint to
generate gas, resulting in fire. Ask a qualified welder to do the welding in a well-equipped place.

Precautions for welding


• Remove the battery terminal of the hydraulic excavator from outside to prevent electronic controllers
from being damaged or malfunctioning.
• Remove the battery to prevent an explosion when the welding area is close to the battery.
• Remove paint from the welding area (for prevention of gas generation).
• Remove electronic parts from the hydraulic excavator (to prevent malfunction).
• Connect the grounding cable at a location within 1 m from the welding area.
(Connect the grounding cable so that seals or bearings will not enter the space between the welding
area and the grounding area.)
• Be sure to wear protective gear for welding.
• When heating an area near the hydraulic equipment, fuel tank, or oil piping, inflammable steam or mist
may be generated, causing a risk of ignition. Exercise care.
• Pressurized oil piping or oil hoses, when heated directly, may break suddenly. Cover them for prevention
of fire.
• Ventilate the welding space.
• Put inflammables away and prepare firefighting equipment before welding.

Wrong

Be careful of the heavy rod.


The rod is heavy even if it doesn't look so. Follow the instruction manual when replacing the rod. Be
careful not to pinch your fingers or hurt your back when removing or replacing the rod.

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Safety precautions

Check the machine after the maintenance.


• Move the operating levers slowly to check their functions.
• Increase the engine speed and check for oil and water leakage, etc.
• Move each operating lever normally to check their functions.
• Operate the hydraulic breaker with the regular operating pressure to check it for oil leakage and
abnormal noise.

Check
after the
maintenance

Store the hydraulic breaker safely.


• The hydraulic breaker can fall and cause serious injury if not properly stored. Store them securely.
• Don't let unauthorized personnel or children enter the storage room.

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
-1
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

Stroke adjuster (with idle blow prevention mechanism)


This equipment permits control of the number of blows by changing the piston stroke.

• 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.)

Idle blow type stroke valve

Stroke valve for anti idle blow

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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.

Example: Specified value of the Fxj275 breaker


Hydraulic oil pressure: 16 - 18MPa
Oil consumption: 145 - 220L/min
Maximum discharge oil flow of excavator 250L/min - Bypass flow amount 40L/min < Oil consumption of
breaker 210L/min

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Function of each part

Grease supply port

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.

Refer to “Greasing intervals” (P.3-6).

Grease supply port

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

Air supply port


Air cap

Connector with filter

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.

Check valve (Flow)

• 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.

Check valve (Stop)

NOTICE
Do not operate the breaker with the air cap removed.

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Function of each part

Charging valve (N2 gas)

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.)

2-way back head

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EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS
External dimensions of the hydraulic breaker

1780
1592
1258

2590
2362
1953

240 290 320

810
695

770

φ120 φ140 φ155

Fxj175 Fxj275 Fxj375


1910
2740

340
830

φ170

Fxj475

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External dimensions

External dimensions of the SV-box


Fxj175 Fxj275
• 902203-880010 • 902407-880010
391 500
620 301 725 350
450 φ80 500 φ95
245

328
25
1423

1788
2288

2796
φ120 φ140
620

680

Distance between pins: 451mm Distance between pins: 500mm

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

Distance between pins: 603mm Distance between pins: 617mm

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External dimensions

Types of rods and major applications


Type of rod Shape Major applications

Secondary breaking in mining, boulder breaking,


Flat rod
concrete breaking, and slab breaking

Multipurpose applications, including breaking of


ultra-hard rock, hard rock, hard stone, and
Moil point
reinforced concrete, as well as excavation of
bedrock
Concrete breaking, excavation of bedrock,
Wedge point operations on the face of slopes, excavation of
ditches, etc.

Core rod Breaking metal ores, as well as quartzite and other


(Ball-point rod) highly abrasive objects

• 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.

Dimensions/weight of the rod


Fxj125, Fxj275 rod Fxj375, Fxj475 rod

Total length Total length

A A B

Use limit Use limit


Effective length Effective length

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

Oil hose plug and cap


When removing the breaker from the excavator, attach union caps and oil hose plugs to the pipes and oil
hoses to prevent entry of dust.

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.

Oil hose plug


The oil hose plug is used to plug the hoses installed on the hydraulic breaker.
This plug prevents oil leakage and the entry of dust or mud while the hydraulic
breaker is stored after removing it from the excavator.

Model Part No. Part Name


Fxj175 084899-06000
Fxj275
084899-10000 Oil hose plug
Fxj375
Fxj475 084899-12000

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.

Model Part No. Part Name


Fxj175 084898-06000
Fxj275
084898-10000 Oil hose plug
Fxj375
Fxj475 084898-12000

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

Link Piping on high-pressure side

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.

Fully closed position

Wrench

Fully open position

CAUTION
The rod sometimes jumps out due to the oil pressure in the pipes. Do not stand near the rod.

Removing the hydraulic breaker

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

Oil hose plug

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.

Precautions for safe operation


Precautions before work

CAUTION
Before starting the engine, confirm the safety of the area around the excavator.

Start-up inspection before work


For safe operation of the machine and prevention of failure, be sure to conduct a start-up inspection before
starting the engine.

Warm-up of the machine


• Do not operate the machine right after starting the engine. Idle the machine for warm-up and warm the
hydraulic oil to 40°C or higher especially in winter or for operation in a cold place.
• When operating the breaker, idle the engine for some time and operate the breaker with a light load.
Immediate acceleration from the beginning will break the oil film between piston and cylinder, causing
seizure.
• If you operate a machine which is not warmed sufficiently, the hydraulic oil sometimes leaks a little from the
front side of the piston. Warm the machine and raise the hydraulic oil temperature to 40°C or higher.

Cleaning the area around the driver's seat


• Always keep the area around the driver’s seat clean to avoid improper operation or malfunction.
• Put spare parts and tools in a tool box.

Adjustment around the driver's seat


• Be sure to lower the windshield and protection net of the vehicle to protect you from scattered stones and
concrete pieces.
• Adjust the seat position so that you can easily operate various operation levers or pedals with your back on
the seat back.

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)

Precautions for travelling/stopping


Precautions for travelling
• To secure the forward field of vision and ensure travelling safety, raise the breaker 30‒40cm from the
ground and select a flat ground for travelling.
• When travelling in water, keep the allowable travelling depth of the excavator and exercise sufficient care so
that the breaker will not dip in the water.

Precautions when travelling up-/down-hills


• Do not travel exceeding the gradeability and safety angle of the machine.
• When travelling up or down a hill, lower the engine speed in advance and keep the angle between the boom
and the arm at 90°‒110°. Keep the breaker 30‒40cm above the ground and travel the machine facing the
slope at all times.

Precautions for stopping


• When stopping the machine select firm ground and place the rod end on the ground with the breaker
standing upright.
• When leaving the operator's seat, lock the boom and arm with the safety lock and stop the engine.

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.

3. Step on the breaker pedal to operate the breaker.

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.

Precautions for operation

WARNING
Wrong lever operation may cause a serious accident, resulting in injury or death. Operate
the levers correctly.

Confirmation of the operation levers, pedals and switches


Operation of the operation levers, pedals, and switches of the hydraulic excavator may be different according
to the maker and model. Operate them correctly after understanding the operation method.

Confirmation of the crawler travelling direction


Confirm the direction of the crawler travelling and the operator's seat before travelling the machine.

Backward

Forward Travelling motor

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Operation procedures (breaking)

Pay attention to the following during operation.


Stop the operation when the hoses are vibrating abnormally.
Visually check the hoses on the high-pressure and low-pressure sides of the breaker for abnormal vibration.
If they are vibrating abnormally, ask your FRD dealer for an inspection.

Stop operation right after breaking. (Avoid idle blows as much as


possible.)
After breaking the rock, stop striking immediately. Continuous idle blows will exercise adverse effects on the
excavator as well. When appropriate thrust is not applied to the breaker or the rod is twisted during striking,
idle blows will result which will cause breakage or damage. (Idle blows will produce a metallic sound unlike
ordinary blows.)

Do not move rock.


Rolling or pushing down a rock with the rod end or SV-box side by using the hydraulic power of the boom or
arm of the excavator as shown in the figure will result in breakage of the breaker mounting bolts or bracket,
breakage and galling of the rod, and damage to the arm and boom. Do not perform this operation.

WARNING
Do not travel the machine with the breaker pushing a rock.

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Operation procedures (breaking)

Do not wrench open rock.


Do not put the rod into a crack in the rock and move the rod to and fro to break the rock as shown in the figure,
otherwise the rod will be broken or the SV-box and the top bracket will be damaged.

Do not hammer continuously for more than 30 seconds.


If a rock cannot be broken after hammering the same position for 30 seconds, change the hammering position.
Continued hammering of the same place for a long time will cause abnormal wear of the rod.

Break a large rock from the edges.


Hammer rifts or edges, which are easy to break, for efficient breaking of a large, hard rock.

NOTICE
Change the rod striking positions when the rock cannot be broken within 30 seconds.

Strike a rock from the edge sequentially.

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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.

Effective breaking distance Break a rock from the edge in order.

Hard rock : 30 ‒ 40cm


Soft rock : 50 ‒ 60cm

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)

Do not break rock in water or mud.


Do not put any portion other than the rod in water or mud, otherwise, water or mud will enter the hydraulic oil,
leading to early failure of the breaker or hydraulic excavator.

Do not allow the breaker to drop to break rock.


Do not drop the breaker onto the rock, otherwise excessive force will be applied to the breaker or excavator,
causing damage to the breaker and various parts of the excavator.

Do not do a breaking operation at the stroke end of the hydraulic


excavator cylinder.
Breaking operation at the stroke end (when the cylinder is extended or retracted to a maximum extent) of
respective hydraulic cylinders of the excavator will lead to damage of the cylinders and other parts of the
excavator.

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Operation procedures (breaking)

Visually check that there is play in the movement of the rod


Visually check that there is play in the movement of the rod when the breaker is raised. If there is no play, ask
your Furukawa Rock Drill dealer for inspection and repair.
Play of the rod
Fxj175…About 50mm Fxj275…About 59mm Fxj375…About 62mm Fxj475…About 75mm
• Check the play of the rod to see if the rod is normal.

When the operation is suspended or completed


When the operation is suspended or completed, move the excavator to flat ground, remove mud from the
breaker and lower the breaker perpendicularly to the ground.

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.

When using the breaker after long-term storage


When using the breaker after long-term storage, ask your FRD dealer for an inspection.
The oil film between the piston and cylinder may be broken naturally. Operation without an oil film will cause
seizure.

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.

Situation Cause Correction

1. Hammering operation is not


available

(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

(b) Stop valve is closed. (b) Open the stop valve.

(c) Failure of the operation valve (c) Inspection, repair, or


system replacement of valves
• Tie-rod or control cable falls off
or is damaged.

(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

(b) Failure of the operation valve (b) Inspection, repair, or


system replacement of operation
• Deformed pedal valve system
• Deformed control cable
• Galling of the control valve

(c) Insufficient hydraulic oil (c) Add oil until specified level.

(d) Contamination and deterioration (d) After cleaning the tank,


of the hydraulic oil change the oil completely.

(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

Situation Cause Correction

(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.

Classification of hydraulic oils and grease


Brand Hydraulic oil Grease
Application ISO VG32 ISO VG46 ISO VG68 NLGI No.1 NLGI No.2
Hot and humid Warm or hot and
Area Cold district Warm district Cold district
district humid district

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.

Oil temperature control


• The breaker is operated by the hydraulic power source of the construction machine (hydraulic excavator,
etc.). After warming up the excavator, start the operation when the hydraulic oil temperature is approx. 40°C.
Usually, the hydraulic oil temperature must be controlled between 40°C and 60°C while the breaker is
operating.
• If the hydraulic oil temperature exceeds 80°C, the viscosity is lowered to cause not only malfunction of the
breaker but also short service life of the seals, deterioration of the hydraulic oil and the like. When using the
machine in extremely hot weather, pay special attention to the oil temperature control.

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.

*NAS (National Aerospace Standard Committee) 1638


The standard about the cleanness of the hydraulic oil, which is provided for the hydraulic system of aircrafts,
is used to control the contamination of the hydraulic oil.
To judge the cleanness of NAS Grade 9 at a job site, the following method is one example.
[Example]
Put each of the hydraulic oil, used and new, into transparent containers. Then, compare them visually. If you
can see the difference in cleanness between them, the hydraulic oil is contaminated beyond NAS Grade 9.

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.

Periodical inspection and repair


Monthly inspection
Ask your dealer for an inspection once a month to prevent problems and to use the breaker safely.

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

2. No oil leakage. Visual check


1. The charged gas pressure must be within the Measure the pressure.
specified value.
Accumulator 2. No oil leakage. Visual check
3. The torque of the mounting bolts must be Check the torque (with
correct. a torque wrench).
Front bush 1. The wear amount must be within the specified Measure the wear
Front holder values. *1 amount.
Rod pin 2. Every part must be greased fully. Visual check
Stop pin
1. The effective length must be correct. *2 Measure the length.
2. No damage. Visual check
Rod
3. The wear of the rod pin contact section must be Visual check
minimal.
SV-box 1. No crack or damage. Visual check

Bolt 1. The tightening torque must be correct. Check the torque (with
Box

Hydraulic adjuster a torque wrench).


1. No pins and bushes must be damaged. Visual check
Pins and bushes
2. All pins and bushes must be greased fully. Visual check

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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.

1. No mounting bolt has fallen off, nor be Check the torque.


Pipes
loosened.
Piping system

1. No oil leakage. Visual check


Control valve
2. Valve can be opened or closed normally. Check the function.
1. No oil leakage. Visual check
Relief valve *3 2. Valve must work normally at the specified relief Measure the pressure.
pressure.
1. No oil leakage/No damage. Visual check
Line filter *3
2. No element must be clogged. Check the elements.
1. Operative power and play amount must be Check the power and
Operation pedal
proper. amount.
1. No oil leakage. Visual check
Stop valve
2. The lever must operate normally. Check the valves.
1. The operative pressure and number of blows Measure the values.
Function
Total

must be within the specified values and parts


must work normally.

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

Auto Greaser Unit (Option)

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

Main unit mounting bolts

Adapter mounting bolts

Adapter mounting bolts

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Maintenance, inspection and repair

Disassembly and reassembly of breaker body


The breaker is composed of high-quality hydraulic parts made by sophisticated machining technology, so do
not disassemble or assemble it outdoors at a job site. Contact your dealer for disassembly/reassembly and
adjustment. The technical serviceman will disassemble, assemble and adjust the hydraulic breaker.

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Maintenance, inspection and repair

Daily inspection and maintenance before operation

NOTICE
Before operation, be sure to check the following items and lubricate respective parts.

Inspection item Location Correction


• Looseness, falling-off, or damage • Accumulator mounting bolts • Replace a bolt when it is missing.
to bolts, nuts and plugs • Back head mounting bolts • Replace when damaged.
• Tighten to the specified torque.

• Dust plug and pin plug • Replace the plug when it is missing.
• Replace when damaged.

• Falling-off of the rubber plug and • Plug • Replace when damaged.


screw plug • Stop pin • Replace the plug or pin when it is
• Rod pin missing.

• 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

Inspection item Location Correction


• Abnormal abrasion and cracks in • Rod • If the rod is burred, deformed, or its
the rod end is broken, correct it with a
grinder.
• Replace when the limit of use has
been reached.
• If the rod is cracked, replace it with a
new one.

• 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.

• Apply grease to the greasing port on


the port block every 2 hours. (Refer
to “Greasing intervals”. (P.3-5))

• 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

• Standard for greasing (grease gun) through the port block

Supply grease through the port block every 2 hours.

Number of times (About 0.9cc by Greasing amount Greasing amount


Model
one stroke) (cc) (g)
Fxj175 15 15 14
Fxj275 25 25 23
Fxj375,Fxj475 35 35 33

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Maintenance, inspection and repair

Tightening torque of each bolt


Breaker main body
A A

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.

Wear limit dimensions for the breaker main body


Unit (mm)
Part name Model Dimension (A) of a new part Wear limit dimension (B)
Front bush Fxj175 3.5 0
Fxj275 3.5 0
Fxj375 4.5 0
Fxj475 4.5 0

Measure the remaining quantity


of the inner diameter groove.

Front holder Fxj175 115 122


Fxj275 135 142

Inner Fxj375 155 163


diameter A
Fxj475 170 178

Measure on the farther side


than the centre.

Fxj175 120 125


Fxj275 152 157
Fxj375 163 168
Measure with a depth gauge.
Fxj475 195 200

Rod pin Fxj175 65 61


Fxj275 90 86
Fxj375 96 92
Fxj475 106 102

Stop pin Fxj175 20 18


Fxj275 25 23
Fxj375 25 23
Fxj475 25 23

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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

Dimensions of a rod are measured


when the rod is pressed into the
cylinder by the excavator.

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.

Replacement standard of the rod, front bush and front holder


Refer to "WEAR LIMIT DIMENSIONS FOR CONSUMABLE PARTS" on P.3-9.

Front bush Cylinder Front holder

6mm (Fxj175, Fxj275, Fxj375, Fxj475)

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

Replace the front bush.

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

REMOVAL OF THE ROD


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.

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.

Removing from an SV-box


1. Put the breaker horizontally onto thick supporting boards so that the accumulator is on the top.

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When to replace the rod and front bush/front holder

2. Remove the pin plug and dust plug.

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.

• Weight of the rod (Moil point)


Fxj175………76kg
Fxj275………135kg
Fxj375………172kg
Fxj475………221kg

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.

It is not possible to turn A right and left


the rod pin upside down. replacement is possible.

Rod

Remove burrs and swelling with a grinder.

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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.

5. After assembly, check that all bolts have been tightened.

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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

N2 gas charging tool assembly

No. Part name


1 N2 gas cylinder
2 Regulator
2-A Cylinder pressure gauge
2-B Charge pressure gauge
3 Charging hose
4 High-pressure gas kit
4-A Cap
4-B Plug
4-C Cap
4-D Pressure gauge
4-E O-ring
8 Plug
9 O-ring
10 Charging valve

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Charging the back head with n2 gas and inspection of the charge pressure

Checking the charge gas pressure


(1) Close the plug (4-B) and cap (4-C) of the high-pressure gas kit (4).
(2) Remove the plug (8) from the breaker.
(3) Install the high-pressure gas kit (4) onto the charging valve (10).
(4) Press the cap (4-A) of the high-pressure gas kit (4).
Under the pressed condition, the gas pressure is indicated on the pressure gauge (4-D).
(5) If the gas pressure is low, charge the back head with N2 gas according to “Charging the back head with
N2 gas”.
(6) If the gas pressure is high, open the plug (4-B) slowly on condition that the cap (4-A) is pressed.
Nitrogen gas will bleed gradually. Whilst checking the pressure gauge (4-D), lower the gas pressure to
the specified value. When the gas pressure is excessively high, the breaker will not work properly.
(7) Make sure that the gas pressure is at the specified value. Remove the high-pressure gas kit (4). Make
sure that the O-ring (9) is installed on the plug (8) and then tighten the plug (8) into the charging valve
(10).

NOTICE
Check that no gas leaks from charging valve. (Use a gas leakage detection spray for
checking.)

Charging the back head with N2 gas


(1) Turn the handle of the regulator (2) counter clockwise to close the valve.
(2) Install the regulator (2) to the N2 gas cylinder (1).
(3) Connect the charging hose (3) to the regulator (2).
(4) Close the plug (4-B) of the high-pressure gas kit (4) and remove the cap (4-C).
(5) Connect the charging hose (3) to the high-pressure gas kit (4). Make sure that the O-ring (4-E) is
installed.
(6) Remove the plug (8) from the breaker.
(7) Install the high-pressure gas kit (4) onto the charging valve (10).
(8) Turn the handle of the nitrogen gas cylinder (1) counter clockwise and open the valve. Gas pressure
inside the N2 gas cylinder (1) is displayed on the cylinder pressure gauge of the regulator (2). “0MPa”
is indicated on the charge pressure gauge of the regulator (2) and the pressure gauge (4-D) of the high-
pressure gas kit (4).
(9) Press the cap (4-A). Under the pressed condition, turn the handle of the regulator (2) clockwise slowly
and open the valve. Whilst checking the charge pressure gauge of the regulator (2) and the pressure
gauge (4-D) of the high-pressure gas kit (4), charge the back head with gas up to 0.1MPa higher than
the specified charging pressure. Charging will be finished in approx. 30 seconds.
(10) Turn the handle of the N2 gas cylinder (1) clockwise and close the valve.
(11) Open the plug (4-B) of the high-pressure gas kit (4) slowly to bleed nitrogen gas from the high-pressure
gas kit (4) and charging hose (3).
(12) Disconnect the charging hose (3) from the high-pressure gas kit (4).

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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".)

Specified N2 gas pressure for the back head

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.

Ambient temperature or breaker Specified charging pressure (MPa)


body temperature (°C) Fxj175, Fxj275 Fxj375, Fxj475
-25 ‒ -15 1.06 1.22
-15 ‒ - 5 1.11 1.26
-5 ‒ +5 1.15 1.31
+ 5 ‒ +15 1.19 1.36
+15 ‒ +25 1.23 1.41
+25 ‒ +35 1.27 1.46
+35 ‒ +45 1.32 1.50
+45 ‒ +55 1.36 1.55
+55 ‒ +65 1.40 1.60

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

N2 gas charging tool assembly

No. Part name


1 N2 gas cylinder
2 -----------------
3 Charging hose
4 High-pressure gas kit
4-A Cap
4-B Plug
4-C Cap
4-D Pressure gauge
4-E O-ring
8 Plug
9 Valve
10 Cap
11 O-ring
12 O-ring

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Charging the accumulator with n2 gas and inspection of the charge pressure

Checking the charge gas pressure


(1) Close the plug (4-B) and cap (4-C) of the high-pressure gas kit (4).
(2) Remove the plug (8) and install the high-pressure gas kit (4).
(3) Remove the cap (10) from accumulator.
(4) Press the cap (4-A) of the high-pressure gas kit (4).
Under the pressed condition, open the valve (9) slowly. The gas pressure is indicated on the pressure
gauge (4-D).
(As soon as the pointer of the pressure gauge (4-D) moves, stop opening the valve (9).)
(5) If the gas pressure is low, charge the accumulator with N2 gas according to “Charging the accumulator
with N2 gas”.
(6) If the gas pressure is high, open the plug (4-B) slowly on condition that the cap (4-A) is pressed.
Nitrogen gas will bleed gradually. Whilst checking the pressure gauge (4-D), lower the gas pressure to
the specified value.
(7) Make sure that the gas pressure is at the specified value. Close the valve (9) completely.
(8) 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
Check that no gas leaks from the plug or cap. (Use a gas leakage detection spray.)

Charging the accumulator with N2 gas


(1) Close the plug (4-B) of the high-pressure gas kit (4).
(2) Remove the plug (8) and install the high-pressure gas kit (4).
(3) Remove the cap (10) from the accumulator.
(4) Connect the charging hose (3) to the N2 gas cylinder (1).
(5) Connect the charging hose (3) to the high-pressure gas kit (4). Make sure that the O-ring (4-E) is
installed.
(6) Loosen the valve (9) by one turn.
(7) Press the cap (4-A) of the high-pressure gas kit (4). Under the pressed condition, turn the handle of the
N2 gas cylinder (1) counter clockwise slowly and open the valve. The gas pressure is indicated on the
pressure gauge (4-D). Whilst checking the pressure gauge (4-D), charge the accumulator with N2 gas
to 0.5 - 1MPa higher than the specified value.
(8) Turn the handle of the N2 gas cylinder (1) clockwise and close the valve.
Make sure that the pressure is 0.5 - 1MPa higher than the specified charge pressure.
(9) Tighten the valve (9) completely.
(10) Open the plug (4-B) of the high-pressure gas kit (4) slowly and bleed nitrogen gas from the high-
pressure gas kit (4) and charging hose (3).
(11) Disconnect the charging hose (3) from the high-pressure gas kit (4).

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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).)

Specified nitrogen gas pressure charge for the accumulator

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.

Ambient temperature or breaker Specified charging pressure (MPa)


body temperature (°C) Fxj175, Fxj275 Fxj375, Fxj475
-25 ‒ -15 5.3 6.3
-15 ‒ - 5 5.5 6.5
-5 ‒ +5 5.7 6.7
+ 5 ‒ +15 5.9 6.9
+15 ‒ +25 6.1 7.1
+25 ‒ +35 6.3 7.3
+35 ‒ +45 6.5 7.5
+45 ‒ +55 6.7 7.7
+55 ‒ +65 6.9 7.9

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

Adjustment of the valve adjuster


A valve adjuster is installed on top of the valve housing for the Fxj275, Fxj375 and Fxj475 This valve
adjuster is used to adjust the oil consumption of the breaker. Turning the valve adjuster counter clockwise
increases the number of blows and oil consumption and turning it clockwise decreases the number of blows
and oil consumption

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.

Table 1 Adjusting range of the valve adjuster

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.

Part No. of the stroke valve


Standard Option
Model Anti idle blow Idle blow
Fxj175
Fxj275
F22-13326 F22-13327
Fxj375
Fxj475

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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5-3, 1-chome, Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku,
Tokyo, 103-0027, Japan.
Phone:81-3-3231-6982 Fax:81-3-3231-6994

Book No. : Fxj-F101E


Date of Issue : April 2014

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