Condux 819 User Manual

Limited Warranty

Condux International, Incorporated extends the following warranty to the
original purchaser of these goods for use, subject to the qualifications
indicated:

Condux International, Incorporated warrants to the original purchaser for use
that the goods or any component thereof manufactured by Condux
International will be free from defects in workmanship for a period of 1 year
from the date of purchase, provided such goods are installed, maintained, and
used in accordance with Condux written instructions.

Components not manufactured by Condux International but used within the
assembly provided by Condux International are subject to the warranty period
as specified by the individual manufacturer of said component, provided such
goods are installed, maintained, and used in accordance with Condux’s and
the original manufacturer’s written instructions.

Condux’s sole liability and the purchaser’s sole remedy for a failure of goods
under this limited warranty, and for any and all claims arising out of the
purchase and use of the goods, shall be limited to the repair or replacement of
the goods that do not conform to this warranty.

To obtain repair or replacement service under the limited warranty, the
purchaser must contact the factory for a Return Material Authorization (RMA).
Once obtained, send the RMA along with the defective part or goods,
transportation prepaid to: Condux International, Inc.

145 Kingswood Drive
Mankato, MN 56001

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819 D.Drill™ Swivels

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES COVERING THESE GOODS
OTHER THAN AS SET FORTH ABOVE. THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE
LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE.

CONDUX ASSUMES NO LIABILITY IN USE OF THIS PRODUCT, EXCEPT
AS STATED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. CONDUX WILL IN NO EVENT
BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Condux International, Inc. • P.O. Box 247 • 145 Kingswood Drive • Mankato, MN 56002-0247

800-533-2077 • FAX [phone] • http://www.condux.com • [e-mail]

© Copyright 2010, Condux International, Inc.

Literature Part Number: 08190093

Printed in USA

Revision Number: 1.4

Inspection Procedure Installation Procedure

Inspecting the swivel before and after each use ensures proper
operation throughout the job.

1. Rotate the swivel to test for proper operation.

2. Wiggle the swivel’s end to ensure there is no lateral play.

3. Make sure nuts and bolts are not damaged and are the correct size
and grade for the swivel.

4. If necessary, lubricate the swivel (see Lubrication Procedure)

Lubrication Procedure

NOTE: Always use special Condux D.Drill grease (Condux pn:

08190007). It is specially formulated with a calcium-complex soap for
exclusive use in bentonite environments. Use of any lithium-based
grease voids the warranty.

1. Locate and clean the grease-zerk fitting (Figure 1.)

2. Inject grease through the zerk fitting
until the old grease flushes past the
seals on the swivel’s other end.

3. Lubricate after every job. This
extends the life of the swivel and
prevents swivel lockup.

Figure 1. Grease-Zerk

Replacement Parts & Supplies

NOTE: The D.Drill™ Swivel has (4) angular contact bearings: (3) for
tension loads and (1) for compression loads. The direction of
installation is not critical, but we recommend pointing the grease zerk
towards the reamer. This helps prevent dirt from getting past the seals.

1. Ensure the swivel is the correct size for the job (see Table 1), and
test the swivel operation.

2. Connect the swivel between the pulling eye and the earth packer
or reamer (Figure 2).

3. Tighten the clevis bolt(s) securely.

Removal is the opposite of the installation procedure.

Working Load (lbs.)
Part Number Tension Compression

08190016 8,500 2,800
08190020 10,000 3,300
08190025 20,000 6,600
08190030 30,000 10,000
08190040 45,000 15,000
08190045 60,000 20,000
08190060 90,000 30,000
08190061 90,000 30,000
08190080 120,000 40,000

Table 1. D.Drill™ Swivel Load Ratings

Pulling Eye

Clevis Bolt

Earth packer or reamer

Condux offers clevis bolts, clevis nuts, and directional drilling grease.
Consult your Condux catalog, or see your Condux representative for
more information.

!WARNING: Read and understand all procedures
and safety instructions before using this product.
Failure to do so, may result in personal injury or
property damage. Save this user guide for future
reference.

ADVERTENCIA

!ADVERTENCIA: Lea y entienda todos los
procedimientos e instrucciones de seguridad antes
de usar este producto. La falta de hacer así pues,

Instrucciones
de Operación

puede dar lugar a daños corporales o a daños
materiales. Excepto esta guía de usuario para la
referencia futura.

Figure 2. Swivel Connection

Wear personal protective equipment: hard hat,
safety glasses, safety shoes, and leather gloves. Failure to do
this could result in personal injury.

Do not exceed the load capacity of the D. Drill™
Swivel or any element in the pull string. Do not stand directly
behind the pull string. If any component breaks, severe personal
injury or property damage could result.

The D. Drill™ Swivel will fail if not properly

lubricated. Personal injury or property damage could result.