TM 5-3810-307-10
DISASSEMBLY OF THE PILE DRIVER SYSTEM
General
The work area should be clear of any obstructions prior to disassembly of the Pile Driver
System equipment.
Disassembly of the Pile Driver System is accomplished in reverse order of the assembly. To
disassemble the Pile Driver System perform the following procedures in the order they appear.
Components, as they are disassembled and removed, should be placed in the same locations in
the work area as they were placed when unloading the shipping/storage container.
NOTE
The final arrangement of pile driving system components,
disassembled and ready for loading into the shipping/storage
Square (Concrete) and Sheet Pile Adapter Removal
If necessary, perform the following procedure to remove the square (concrete) or sheet pile
adapter from the impact hammer:
a.
Ensure the Load Moment Indicator (LMI) system on the crane is configured for
Front Hoist, Outrigger Position 100%, and Two (2) Parts of Line.
b.
Using the hammer line (main hoist), lower the impact hammer and adapter and
place the adapter onto wood blocking.
c.
Remove the four cable clamps and two pieces of wire rope securing the adapter to
the adapter holes on the direct drive assembly.
d.
Using the hammer line (main hoist), raise the impact hammer away from the
adapter. Move the adapter away from the immediate work area.
Remote Throttle Hydraulic Hose Removal
Perform the following procedure to remove the remote throttle hydraulic hose from the impact
hammer:
WARNING
Ensure the pressure has been relieved on the remote throttle prior
to disconnecting the remote throttle hydraulic line.
Perform the following procedure to disconnect the remote throttle from the impact hammer:
a.
Open the pressure relief valve on the remote throttle and ensure the pressure
gauge indicates no pressure (0 psi).
b.
Untie the 40-foot (12.2 m) length of rope securing the remote throttle hydraulic
hose, remove from the pulley, and store in the toolbox.
c.
Disconnect the remote throttle hydraulic hose from the throttle valve whip line quick
connect fitting labeled "THROTTLE CONNECTION" on the impact hammer.