This manual covers the Gopher Fatboy roofbolter, a specialized roofbolter designed for the installation of roof bolts. Engineered for reliability and efficiency, this robust piece of equipment operates using air and water power. Its control systems offer versatile configurations, including a pistol grip drill control with integrated leg and water controls, or a T-bar option with end-mounted controls. The Fatboy roofbolter is built to perform demanding tasks in its intended application, ensuring consistent and effective operation.
The purpose of this English-language Operation and Maintenance manual is to provide comprehensive guidance for the Gopher Fatboy roofbolter. It details essential pre-drilling checks, operational procedures for the drilling process, and specific service parameters, including torque on bolts. Maintenance coverage includes filter management, drive head, control arm, leg, and dump valve procedures. Furthermore, this manual offers a detailed troubleshooting guide for common issues such as loss of motor power, leg thrust, inadequate flushing, slow drilling, and slow dumping, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of the equipment.
Gopher Fatboy roofbolter operation and maintenance manual.
This roofbolter manual covers both variants, one with a pistol grip drill control and leg and water controls along side of handle, the other with a T-bar with water and end controls on the end. This manual includes parts list and sectioned schematics.
Please check preview for a few sample pages from manual.
Table of contents:
1. General Safety 4
2. Operating Instructions 7
2.1 Service Parameters 7
2.2 Connection of Air and Water 7
2.3 Checking of Controls before Drilling 8
2.4 Checking of Leg and Motor before Drilling 8
2.5 Drilling 11
2.6 Torque on Bolts 11
2.7 Filters 12
3. Troubleshooting 13
3.1 Loss of Motor Power 13
3.2 Loss of Leg Thrust 13
3.3 Inadequate Flushing 14
3.4 Slow Drilling Rate 15
3.5 Slow Dumping 15
4. Maintenance Procedures 16
4.1 Drive Head Maintenance 16
4.2 Control Arm Maintenance 22
4.3 Leg Maintenance 30
4.4 Dump Valve Maintenance 31
5. Risk Assessment
Gopher Fatboy roofbolter operation and maintenance manual.
This roofbolter manual covers both variants, one with a pistol grip drill control and leg and water controls along side of handle, the other with a T-bar with water and end controls on the end. This manual includes parts list and sectioned schematics.
Please check preview for a few sample pages from manual.
Table of contents:
1. General Safety 4
2. Operating Instructions 7
2.1 Service Parameters 7
2.2 Connection of Air and Water 7
2.3 Checking of Controls before Drilling 8
2.4 Checking of Leg and Motor before Drilling 8
2.5 Drilling 11
2.6 Torque on Bolts 11
2.7 Filters 12
3. Troubleshooting 13
3.1 Loss of Motor Power 13
3.2 Loss of Leg Thrust 13
3.3 Inadequate Flushing 14
3.4 Slow Drilling Rate 15
3.5 Slow Dumping 15
4. Maintenance Procedures 16
4.1 Drive Head Maintenance 16
4.2 Control Arm Maintenance 22
4.3 Leg Maintenance 30
4.4 Dump Valve Maintenance 31
5. Risk Assessment