The first step is to ensure that the hydraulic system is shut down and the pressure is relieved. Then, the cylinder should be disconnected from the hydraulic system and the cylinder head should be removed. Once the cylinder head has been removed, the piston rod can be manually retracted by hand.
[pdf] Fasten head end of cylinder to cylinder service stand. 2. Remove line (B). 3. Pull rod out so piston is against rod guide. 4. Connect rod to a hoist using a lifting strap. 5. Remove cap screws (A). 6. Pull rod, rod guide and piston from barrel.
[pdf] On September 13, New Concept Mining (NCM), a division of Swedish company Epiroc, opened its Hydraulic Rock Drill (HRD) production facility in Aeroton, Johannesburg. NCM is a ground support solutions supplier based in South Africa.
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