Kencove PD80 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
WWW.KENCOVE.COM 800-536-2683
344 KENDALL RD, BLAIRSVILLE, PA 15717
PD80
POST
DRIVER

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Table of Contents
Specifications/Requirements 1
Introduction 2
Equipment Inspection and Storage 2
Warning Labels 2
Assembly/Disassembly 4
Short Channel 4
3-Point Hitch Mount/Stabilizer 5
Manual Tilt Base Plate 5
Hydraulic System 7
Hydraulic Hoses 8
Debris Guard 9
Post Holder Mounting Bracket 9
Ram Assembly 12
Ram Cylinder 15
Safety 16
Operating Instructions 17
Drive a Post 18
Service 20
Sub-assembly Parts 20
3-Point Hitch Mount/Stabilizer 20
Ram Assembly 21
Manual Tilt Base Plate 22
Troubleshooting 23
Warranty 24
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Specifications
PD80 Post Driver
Dimensions
Height (Extended)
122”
Height (Locked Position)
88”
Width
32”
Depth
20”
Weight
252 lbs.
Dimension & weight do not include
mounting
Impact
30,000 lbs.
Tilt Degrees
Side/Side
15
Front/Back
15
Nyrim Guide Blocks
4
Requirements
PD80 Post Driver
Mounting
3-Point Hitch
150 lbs
Category I
Category II
Manual Tilt Bracket
84 lbs.
Hydraulic
3-4 GPM @ 1,500 PSI
Post Capacities
PD80 Post Driver
Maximum Diameter
7 1/8 in.
Maximum Length
*10 ft.
* Utilizing lowest mounting position
Capable of driving T-post with correct
adapter

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Introduction
Welcome to the Kencove Farm Fence Supplies
family. You have purchased a post driver that
offers up to 30,000 lbs. of impact, versatile
mounting options, and the capability of driving
posts up to 10 ft. tall.
The Kencove post driver PD-80 manual tilt
unit is fast and powerful. With only six (6)
moving parts, it is built for durability, easy
maintenance, and only takes just a few minutes
to mount or detach.
The instructions and information within this
manual are important to the proper assembly
and operation of this equipment. Please be sure
that everyone that is involved with assembly,
operation, and maintenance of this equipment
reads this manual in its entirety.
Proper care is the owner’s responsibility.
Always follow all State, Federal, and local
health and safety laws and regulations.
CAUTION: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT
ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
MENTIONED THROUGHTOUT THIS
MANUAL BE FOLLOWED. FAILURE
TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
OR CONFORM TO THE WARNING AND
SAFETY LABELS ON THE EQUIPMENT
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY,
DEATH, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Kencove Farm Fence Supplies reserves the
right to make changes or discontinue
manufacture or sale at any time, without notice
and without any liability or other obligation on
its part in materials, equipment, specifications,
and models.
Equipment Inspection and Storage
WARNING! Adequate lifting
device, space, work area, and
personnel [two (2) are recommended] are
required for the assembly of this
equipment. Proper lifting is required as
parts can be heavy and serious injury,
death, and/or property damage can occur.
Immediately upon receipt of this equipment
verify that you received all the parts and
inspect for damages that may have been lost or
occurred during shipping. If parts are missing
or if damage has been found contact Kencove
Farm Fence Supplies promptly.

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This equipment package contains the
following:
1. Main Channel and Ram Assembly
2. Short Channel Assembly
3. 3-Point Hitch Mount/Stabilizer
Assembly
4. Manual Tilt Base Plate Assembly
5. Hydraulic Valve Assembly
6. Hydraulic Hose and Adapter Kit
7. Debris Guard
8. Post Holder Assembly
Kencove Farm Fence Supplies recommends
for best life and service of this equipment that
it is always stored in a clean, dry, and secure
location. Life and service of this equipment
will be shortened if not protected from the
elements.
WARNING! The driver must be
secured to the machine on which it
will be operated by, or secured to an
adequate object to prevent the unit from
tipping. Serious injury, death, and/or
property damage may be a result from not
securing unit.
Warning! Personal protective
equipment should be worn during
cleaning. This includes, but not be limited
to, safety glasses, hearing protection,
protective gloves, and steel toe footwear.
Storage
1. Clean before storing:
 Remove loose debris.
 Clean the entire driver:
Compressed air or
pressure washer.
2. Inspection of the Driver:
Road lock pin should be in the
top hole of ram I-beam for
storage.
Ensure all bolts are tight.
Check that correct pins are
secured in the correct location.
Verify all warning labels are in
their correct location and are
readable.
Inspect complete hydraulic
system for leaks or signs of
wear.
Place debris guard in correct
position and check that it is in
working condition.
Move valve control lever to
check full range of motion and
that the lever lock is operating
correctly.
3. Replace any worn or damaged parts
before operating this equipment.
4. Lightly coat four (4) guide blocks with
new oil. Do not use grease, grease can
hold contaminates that will put
excessive wear on guide blocks.
5. To prevent rust, coat exposed hydraulic
cylinder shaft with a thin layer of new
grease.
Note: Inspection steps of driver should be
followed before each time equipment is
stored, and before every use of the Driver.

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Assembly/ Disassembly
KD-1
Short Channel
WARNING! Before mounting the
short channel, the ram assembly
must be secured to an adequate object to
prevent the unit from tipping. Serious
injury, death, and/or property damage may
be a result from not securing unit.
The PD-80 main carriage channel is designed
so that the short channel can be mounted in
three different vertical locations. Each set of
six (6) holes are positioned for a specific
function.
NOTE: These are recommended positions and
can vary depending on type and make of
power supply equipment.
Top position – Is used to mount to the front of
a tractor.
Middle position – Three-point hitch mounting.
Lower position – this position will permit the
driving of 10 foot tall posts.
KD-2
Short Channel Mounting
1. Select corresponding mounting
position from the above information.
Mount the short channel assembly to
the main carriage channel and ram
assembly using the six (6) 5/8- 11 X 1-
1/4” bolts and 5/8 lock washers.
Tighten completely.
Short Channel Disassembly
1. Note location of bracket to ease
assembly.
2. Remove six (6) bolts