Secoroc Rock Drilling Tools

Secoroc YT Series Rock Drill

Secoroc YT29A Pusher Leg Rock Drill

Operator's instructions / Spare parts list

Foreword
Thank you for selecting the Secoroc YT29A pusher leg rock drill.
These instructions were developed to help you get the best performance and
productivity from the use of your new rock drill.
Please refer to them also for correct maintenance of the machine.

Table of Contents
Scope of application. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Using the rock drill for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Preparations before starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Fitting and removing the tool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Before fitting the working tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Fitting the working tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Removing the working tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Attaching the pusher leg to the rock drill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Throttle lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Feed control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Trigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Oil regulating valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Drilling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Starting the rock drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Stopping the rock drill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Re-positioning the pusher leg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Blow-cleaning the drill hole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
When you have finished drilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Selection of spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Once a shift (after 8 hours of operation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Once a week (after 40 hours of operation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Once a month (after 200 hours of operation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Measures to prevent freezing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Scrapping and waste disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Trouble shooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Spare parts list and exploded drawing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Scope of application
Secoroc YT29A is a heavy-duty pusher leg Rock Drill featuring high efficiency and
low air consumption. It is primarily designed for drilling in mines, hydropower
stations, and road construction projects. It is also a new product suitable for
tunneling and other stone works in mining and metallurgical industry.
Secoroc YT29A is suitable for both horizontal and upward anchor holes in mediumhard and hard rocks (100350 MPa). The hole diameter range is from 32 mm to 45
mm with depths up to 5 meters. The Rock Drill is equipped with lubricator FY250.
Secoroc YT29A is intended to be used together with pusher leg FT160A, FT160B,
FT160C or FT170 for different tunneling and work conditions. It is also designed for
dry drilling or wet drilling mounted on rigs.

Specification
Pneumatic rock drill YT29A
Weight

27

kg

Dimension (L x W x H)

659x248x205

mm

Cylinder diameter

82

mm

Piston stroke

60

mm

Working pressure

3,55

Bar(e)

Impact energy (at 5 bar(e))

70

Air consumption (at 5 bar(e))

65

l/s

Impact frequency (at 5 bar(e))

37

Hz

Water pressure

working pressure -1

Bar(e)

Air hose inner diameter

25

mm

Water hose inner diameter

13

mm

Drilling diameter

3245

mm

Max Drilling depth

Working temperature

-30 to +45

Shank size

H22x1081

mm

Noise level

127

dB(A)

Weight

1.2

kg

Capacity

0.25

litre

Lubricator FY250

Safety instructions
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death to yourself or others, carefully read
through this instruction booklet before putting the rock drill to use. Always follow
the instructions given.
hh Always wear a safety helmet, goggles and ear protectors with CE mark during
drilling. Any local regulations that exist must also be observed.
hh When drilling in certain minerals, there is a risk of spark generation. Before
starting work, check that the machine is approved (in accordance with local
regulations) for work under such conditions.
hh Always take great care when using the machine. The working tool is subjected to
heavy loading and can break, with a risk of injury to personnel.
hh Check that the hoses used are of the right quality, and that all hose connections
are in good condition and properly tightened.
hh Before starting work on any of the systems, make sure that the air and water
systems are without pressure.
hh Make sure that there are no concealed wires or other sources of electricity. Never
drill near any electric wires or other sources of electricity.

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Operation
Using the rock drill for the first time
When the rock drill arrives from the factory, the inside of the tool is coated with
heavy oil to prevent corrosion.
After unpacking and installing the tool, pour a small amount of lubrication oil into
the air connection and operate the tool on partial throttle to clean the interior.
Follow this immediately with a liberal amount of air tool oil.
The rock drill and pusher leg are lubricated with oil mixed with compressed air,
which is taken to the parts that need continuous lubrication. Oil is metered into the
compressed air using the FY250 lubricator connected to the air line.

Preparations before starting

1. Check the drilling equipment
hh Check that all of the drilling equipment is in good working order.
hh Check that the impact surface of the working tool shank is flat, with no signs of
wear.
hh Make sure that the air inlet and exhaust ports are free from obstructions.
hh Check that the flushing holes in the working tool and drill bit are not blocked, and
that the flushing air/water flows through without obstruction.
hh Ensure that the fittings are tight and leak-proof.

WARNING

Always check for damaged or loose hoses and fittings before operation.
Whipping hoses can cause serious injury.

2. Blow out the air hose

hh Every day before using the drill, blow out the air hose to clear it from
accumulated dirt and moisture.

3. Fill the lubricator with oil

Check the lubrication oil level, fill the lubricator if necessary.
Note! Check that the chuck and working tool shank are always covered by a film of
oil.
Note! Always use a recommended lubricant. Operation without lubrication is not
allowed.
Lubricant

Recommendation

Air tool oil

Use a mineral-based air tool oil

Ambient temperature C

Viscosity grade (ISO 3448)

-30 to 0

ISO VG 32-68

-10 to +20

ISO VG 68-100

+10 to +50

ISO VG 100-150

4. Air/water pressure and hose dimensions

Air pressure
Ensure that the compressor can deliver the required air pressure of 5 bar at the tool.
hh High pressure (>6.3 bar) causes rough operation and damage.
hh Low pressure (<4 bar) results in a slow drilling speed.
Water pressure
Make sure that the water pressure is set to around 3 bar.
Note! Maximum water pressure is 1 bar less than the working pressure. For
example if the air pressure is 5 bar, the water pressure must be below 4 bar
to prevent water entering the impact mechanism.
Note! Dry drilling is strictly prohibited. Operation without air- and water tubes is not
allowed as it will result in poor drilling performance.
Hose dimensions
The air hose diameter must be no less than 25mm. Inner diameter of connection
nipple and hose must be no less than 19mm. The ideal overall air hose length is
less than 15m.

Fitting and removing the tool

Before fitting the working tool
hh Check that the tool shank is of the correct size and length for the chuck used.
hh The shank must be clean and the tool must be in good condition.
hh The suitable quenching hardness of the shank is HRC48-53. Harder end face will
cause piston damaged and breakage of the end face of the piston. If the shank
face is too soft, it will be easily deformed by the piston, which will result in
difficulty in removing the working tool.
hh Shank end face shall be flat and perpendicular to the axis.
hh Remove sharp edges from the shank's end face. Rough shank surface will cause
premature piston failure.
hh Inspect the bits: Dull bits will slow down the drilling speed and overstrain the drill
mechanism. When changing bits make sure that the new bit is the correct size to
follow your previous bore.
hh Before drilling check that the flushing hole in the working tool is not blocked.

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Fitting the working tool

1. Push the retainer outwards in the direction of the arrow (see picture below),
until the front portion of the retainer is able to accommodate the working tool
collar.
2. Insert the drill in the chuck.
3. When the drill bottoms, push back the retainer to lock it.

Removing the working tool

1. Push the retainer outwards in the direction of the arrow until the working tool
collar disengages from the front of the retainer.
2. Pull the working tool out.
3. Push back the retainer.

Attaching the pusher leg to the rock drill

hh Mount the pusher leg (1), lock sleeve (2), rubber pad (3), washer (4) and locking
nut (5) in the order shown in the picture below.
hh Turn the locking nut clockwise with a wrench until you hear a "click".

Controls
Throttle lever
The rock drill is equipped with a throttle lever for regulating both the compressed
air to the percussion mechanism and the flushing water.

A. Extra blowing, water flushing off, impact and rotation off.

B. Stop position, air and water off
C. Low throttle, air to pusher leg, water flushing
D. Medium throttle
E. Full throttle

Feed control
Adjust the feed force by means of the feed control lever as follows:

A. Pushing the lever in this direction will increase feed force.

B. Pulling the lever in this direction will decrease feed force

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Trigger
When the trigger (A) is pushed in, the feed force stops abruptly and the setting
on the feed control lever is overridden. The piston rod in the pusher leg retracts
automatically. This function is used for example to adjust the height of the rock
drill, when rigging up the pusher leg, or when there is a tendency to jam. When the
trigger is released, the feed control setting is activated again.

Oil regulating valve

Oil dosing is controlled by means of a screwdriver.
Check that sufficient lubrication is obtained by putting your hand in front of the
exhaust port while adjusting the regulating valve. If the hand is covered by a thin
film of oil after a few seconds, the lubricator has been correctly adjusted.
The amount of oil going into the rock drill increases when turning the valve counter
clockwise, and it decreases when turning the valve clockwise. Oil consumption is
2.56 ml/minute.
Note! Tighten the nut after regulation.
Note! To much oil will have negative effects on the operation whilst to little will
result in damage to parts as the temperature rises during operation.

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Drilling
Starting the rock drill
1. Open the main valve for compressed air.
2. Open the cock for the flushing water.
3. Adjust the feed control lever to give a suitable feed force for collaring the hole.
4. Align the rock drill so that the working tool touches the desired collaring point.
5. Move the throttle lever forward a little, which will start water flushing,
percussion and rotation.
6. Collar the hole with reduced feed force.
7. Move the throttle lever fully forward once the working tool has gained a
secure footing in the rock.
8. Adjust the feed force by means of the control lever so that the maximum
penetration rate is obtained.
Note! Do not bend the working tool as this will increase wear of the shank bushing
and piston. Furthermore, it can also affect drilling efficiency and increase the
risk of working tool breakage.

Stopping the rock drill

Pull the throttle lever backwards, which will stop percussion, rotation and flushing
water.

Re-positioning the pusher leg

1. Switch off the rock-drill percussion and flushing by means of the throttle lever.
2. Press the trigger, whereupon the piston rod is pulled back into the pusher-leg
cylinder automatically.
3. Re-position the pusher leg.
4. Release the trigger, whereupon the piston rod will move outwards again.
5. Move the throttle lever forward into the working position.
Note! The feed control lever does not need to be touched throughout this operation.
Blow-cleaning the drill hole

CAUTION

Move to the side and cover your eyes before starting to blow-clean the drill hole.
When blow-cleaning, particles and dirty flushing water can emerge at speed from
the drill hole.
hh Always wear impact resistant eye protection with side protection to avoid
injury.
hh Make sure that no co-workers are in range when blow-cleaning.
If powerful blow-cleaning of the drill hole is required, turn the throttle lever fully
backwards beyond the stop position for extra blowing, whereupon the rock drill
stops. This can be done during drilling. When the drill hole is clean, turn the throttle
lever forwards again to re-start the rock drill.

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When you have finished drilling

Run the rock drill at medium speed when retracting the working tool from the
drilled hole.
Lay down the rock drill on a stone, wooden plank or similar object, so as to prevent
drill cuttings and other foreign matter from entering the chuck.
Turn off the water pressure before the air pressure. Run the rock drill for a few
seconds to clean out water and moisture after the water has been shut off.

Maintenance
Regular maintenance is a prerequisite for machine safety. Replace damaged and
worn components in good time. For a major service to the machine, contact your
nearest authorized workshop.
Check the machine and tools for wear and damage at regular intervals. Do not use
very worn or damaged tools.
When cleaning mechanical parts with a solvent, make sure that you comply with
current health and safety regulations and ensure that there is sufficient ventilation.
Daily maintenance, regular checking of wearing parts and carrying out repairs in
good time prevents breakdowns and increases the service life of the machine.
hh Always oil the rock drill and pusher leg well, before you put them into storage.
hh Store in a clean and dry place.
hh Make sure that no foreign matter enters the machine.
hh Protect the chuck using a wooden plug or a clean piece of cotton waste.
hh Always hose down and wipe clean the rock drill and pusher leg after use.
hh In the case of long-term storage, pour a quantity of oil directly into the rock-drill's
air intake and then turn on the air briefly. This will protect the machine from
corrosion.

Selection of spare parts

This machine is a heavy-duty rock drill; there are strict requirements on selecting
spare parts. Use only genuine parts for replacement, to ensure stable performance.
Do not use pattern parts, which not only have a short working life but also cause
consequential damage to other parts, due to differing measurements and methods
of manufacturing.

Once a shift (after 8 hours of operation)

hh Check the wear in the chuck bushing. If the wear limit has been exceeded, the
working tool shank will wear more quickly, or become deformed. This will lead to
stoppages and increased working tool consumption.
hh Check the tightness of the side-bolt nuts.
The tightening torque shall be 80 Nm.
hh Check the rock drill's connection to the pusher leg.
hh Check the hoses, couplings and controls for leakage and damage.
hh Check that the rock drill and pusher leg are receiving enough lubrication. Fill the
lubricator as necessary.
hh Drain the water separator.
hh Check the air and water pressure. Make sure that the water pressure is at least 1
bar lower than the air pressure.
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Once a week (after 40 hours of operation)

Carry out a basic check of all functions of the drilling equipment.

Once a month (after 200 hours of operation)

hh Send the rock drill to a workshop for inspection. The local operating conditions
will determine whether or not this is a suitable interval for overhauling the drill.
hh Dismantle and clean the lubricator.
hh Clean out the water separator.

Measures to prevent freezing

In low ambient temperatures, ice can form in the machine. This can be avoided if
the water in the compressed air is removed. This can be done by equipping the air
lines with water separators and drainage points for water condensate.
If the rock drill ices up, it must not be heated to melt the ice. Let the ice thaw at
room temperature.
Note! Do not pour methylated spirits or similar substances into the rock drill, as
they will interfere with the lubrication and lead to increased wear.

Scrapping and waste disposal

Used and worn-out machines must be disposed of in such a way that as much of
the material as possible can be recycled and the impact on the environment is kept
to a minimum.

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Trouble shooting
Problem
Decreased
penetration rate

Insufficient feed
force

Poor rotation

Cause

Solution

Air leakage in hoses,

couplings

Change packings, and where

required, change parts in the
throttle valve.

Shank sleeve

Check the shank sleeve for

excessive wear. Replace if
necessary.

Air leakage due to worn

piston/cylinder

Replace the piston and/or cylinder

Air leakage due to worn

guide sleeve/pilot guide

Change the worn part

Piston rod seal (in pusher

leg) worn or deformed

Change the seal

O-rings on pusher leg

coupling worn or deformed

Change the o-rings

Splines of the rifle nut worn

Replace the rifle nut if the splines

are worn

Splines of the rifle bar worn

down

Replace the rifle bar when needed

Splines on the piston worn

down

Replace the piston when needed

The toothing in the ratchet

housing is worn out

Replace the ratchet housing if the

tooth housing is so worn that the
pawls have difficulty catching

The toothing in the ratchet

wheel is worn out

Replace the ratchet wheel if the

toothing is so worn that the pawls
have difficulty catching

Chuck nut worn out

Replace the chuck nut if the

splines have been worn to 1/2 of
the spline width

Pawls worn

Replace all pawls, all pawl springs

and all pawl pins.

Uneven running Piston has seized in the

guide sleeve or the piston
guide

Replace the guide sleeve/piston

guide. If required, polish the
piston. Check the piston for heat
damage such as blue colouring
and/or fissures. If it is damaged
in this way, replace the piston as
well.

Dirty or damaged
main valve. Caused by
impurities or foreign matter
entering the drill with the
compressed air.

Clean and polish the valve

so that it seals against the
corresponding cylindrical and
plane sealing surfaces. If this is
not possible because the defects
are too serious, the valve must be
replaced.

Freezing. Caused by leakage

in the flushing system or
by excess water in the
compressed air or by
excessive water pressure

Check the flushing tubes and seals

and the water pressure. Drain
water from the compressed air
system. If the problem continues,
fit a water separator in the airline
system.

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Problem

Cause

Solution

Uneven running The side bolts are unevenly

(continued)
or insufficiently tightened.
Can cause the various parts
to lose their alignment,
resulting in the seizure of the
movable parts. Abnormal
strains on the side bolt
may result in fracture at the
threads.

Check and repair any damage to

the contact points and tighten the
bolts with the correct tightening
torque

The drill gets

hot

Lack of oil

Add oil and check that it runs

through. It is not sufficient that
there is oil in the exhaust air. There
must also be an oil coating on the
shank of the working tool.

Freezing

High level of humidity in the Use water traps

compressed air
Water pressure higher than Lower the water pressure
the air pressure

Water pipe
breakage

Misalignment of the shank

Change working tool or shank

sleeve or both

Damaged flushing hole in Change working tool

the shank
Chipping of the Misalignment of the shank
piston tip

Change the working tool or shank

sleeve or both

Excessive wear of the piston Change piston

tip
Spline breakage Lack of lubrication

Lower the water pressure if it is

the same as or greater than the air
pressure
Increase lubrication or change oil

Dirt
intrusion
(specially Increase service intervals
when drilling upwards)
Piston breakage

Lack of lubrication

Lower the water pressure if it is

the same as or greater than the air
pressure
Increase lubrication or change oil

Uneven tension in the side Tighten the bolts correctly

bolts
Worn guide sleeve/piston Change the worn part
guide (can be confirmed by
the cushion test)
Side bolt
breakage

Uneven tension on the bolts Tighten the bolts correctly

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Spare parts list and exploded drawing

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No.

Description

Quantity

Product no.

Product code

Spring

96000179

9605-1-3312310169

Pin

96000180

9605-1-3312310170

Conical pipe connector

96000186

9605-1-3312310176

Hoop

96000540

9605-1-3312310723

Wing nut

96000185

9605-1-3312310175

Pipe connector

96000187

9605-1-3312310177

Air pipe swivel

96000825

9600-1-3312310022

Air pipe nut

96000823

9600-1-3312310020

O-ring

96000486

9605-1-3312310633

10

Pad

96000174

9605-1-3312310164

11

Retaining ring

96000182

9605-1-3312310172

12

Water pipe connector

96000154

9603-1-3312310143

13

Water pipe nut

96000155

9603-1-3312310144

14

O-ring

96000482

9605-1-3312310627

15

O-ring

96000499

9605-1-3312310667

16

Water pipe connector retaining ring

96000156

9603-1-3312310145

17

Control valve

96000646

9605-1-3312311868

18

Control handle

96000152

9603-1-3312310141

19

Standard spring pad

96000534

9605-1-3312310716

20

Hex. thin nut

96000524

9605-1-3312310704

21

Fixing pin

96000177

9605-1-3312310167

22

Change valve

96000161

9603-1-3312310150

23

Retaining ring

96000160

9603-1-3312310149

24

Pressure regulating valve

96000119

9602-1-3312310101

25

Expansion

96000118

9602-1-3312310099

26

Spring

96000157

9603-1-3312310146

27

Conical spring

96000167

9605-1-3312310156

28

Ratchet pawl

96000166

9605-1-3312310155

29

Large seal sleeve

96000544

9605-1-3312310727

30

Seal sleeve

96000543

9605-1-3312310726

31

Right handle

96000163

9603-1-3312310152

32

Left handle

96000165

9603-1-3312310154

33

Shockproof handle

96000164

9603-1-3312310153

34

Trigger

96000162

9603-1-3312310151

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No.

Description

Quantity

Product no.

Product code

35

Elastic pin

96000527

9605-1-3312310708

36

Spring cover

96000169

9605-1-3312310159

37

Steel retaining ring

96000183

9605-1-3312310173

38

Spring

96000170

9605-1-3312310160

39

Rotation nut

96000146

9603-1-3312310135

40

Pad

96000184

9605-1-3312310174

41

Water valve body

96000171

9605-1-3312310161

42

Water valve

96000173

9605-1-3312310163

43

O-ring

96000489

9605-1-3312310642

44

Seal

96000181

9605-1-3312310171

45

Rubber pad

96000175

9605-1-3312310165

46

Back head

96000091

9605-1-3312310050

47

Water tube bush

96000835

9601-1-3312310035

48

Air tube pad

96000176

9605-1-3312310166

49

Ratchet

96000092

9605-1-3312310051

50

Dowel pin

96000839

9601-1-3312310039

51

Valve chest

96000093

9605-1-3312310052

52

Valve

96000094

9605-1-3312310053

53

Valve sleeve

96000639

9605-1-3312311860

54

Rifle bar

96000640

9605-1-3312311861

55

Rifle nut

96000095

9605-1-3312310056

56

Exhaust deflector

96000562

9605-1-3312311050

57

Hoop

96000542

9605-1-3312310725

58

Cylinder

96000641

9605-1-3312311862

59

Guide sleeve set

96000096

9605-1-3312310059

60

Piston

96000642

9605-1-3312311863

61

Hex. Thick nut

96000518

9605-1-3312310697

62

Side bolt

96000643

9605-1-3312311864

63

Air tube

96000644

9605-1-3312311865

64

Water tube

96000645

9605-1-3312311866

65

Front head

96000647

9605-1-3312311875

66

Rotation sleeve

96000648

9605-1-3312311876

67

Nonmetal hex. Locking nut

96000531

9605-1-3312310713

68

Steel retainer springs

96000818

9600-1-3312310013

69

Steel retainer bolt

96000634

9600-1-3312311820

70

Shank sleeve

96000168

9605-1-3312310157

71

Working tool retainer

96000635

9600-1-3312311821

19

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Atlas Copco Secoroc AB

Box 521, SE-737 25 Fagersta, Sweden
Phone: +46 223 461 00
E-mail: [email protected]
www.atlascopco.com