Dromone Multi– Lock Quick Coupler

EXCAVATOR AUTOMATIC QUICK

COUPLER.

OWNER’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT—This manual should be kept in the excavator at all times after the
installation of the Coupler.
Operators should be fully trained with regards to all aspects of this type of coupler.

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Index.
Item. Description. Page.
1. Introduction. 3
2. Important Safety Notes. 5
3. Operating Instructions.
A. Bucket / Attachment Pick Up 9
B. Bucket / Attachment Release 12
4. Daily Inspections & Checks 13
5. Spare Part Drawing 14
6. Maintenance Schedule 15
7. Trouble Shooting 17
8. Product Register/ Acceptance 18
9. EC Declaration of Incorporation 19

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Introduction. Dromone Engineering LTD, will

accept no responsibility or liabil-
Thank you for purchasing the Dromone ‘ ity for equipment installed or op-
MULTI-LOCK QUICK Coupler’. This hitch erated unless it is full accor-
has been designed and manufactured dance with the information provided in
with ease of use and operator safety in this manual.
mind.
Dromone recommend that genuine Dro-
This product has undergone extensive mone Coupler replacement parts are only
testing and benchmarking against similar fitted. Please contact Dromone on +353
competitor products and we believe 44 966346 or [email protected] to order
the Dromone ‘MULTI-LOCK QUICK Cou- parts, quoting the coupler serial number
pler’ product is unique, and is the best
available in today’s market place with
safety first.
The ‘MULTI-LOCK QUICK Coupler’ is
characterised in the manner in which
both front and rear pin of the attachment
is are independently hydraulically re-
leased by the coupler and both front and
rear pins are independently locked
through the full working cycle.
This hitch is capable of being fully oper-
ated from the comfort and safety of the
machine cab.
This ‘MULTI-LOCK Quick Coupler’s prod-
uct, when used correctly and with proper
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)
excavator buckets and attachments will
provide a safe and reliable means of
quick attachment and changeover of
various implements, thus allowing the
user to get maximum productivity from
the machine.
To guarantee satisfactory and safe op-
eration of the equipment, we insist that
only experienced and qualified person-
nel install and operate the product.
Failure to follow the correct procedures
in this manual could result in injury or
death.

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This ‘MULTI-LOCK Quick Coupler’ Please note that if the attachment you
product, when used correctly and with wish to use is not on the following list,
proper OEM (Original Equipment Manu- please contact Dromone for further in-
facturer) excavator buckets and attach- formation.
ments will provide a safe and reliable
means of quick attachment and change-
over of various implements, thus allow-
ing the user to get maximum produc-
tivity from the machine.
The Coupler can operate with a range of
buckets and a wide range of attach-
ments within the same pin size range,
some of which are illustrated blow in fig-
ure 1.

Buckets (all types)

Pallet forks

Ripper

Telescopic jib

Screener
Fig 1 . Some of the Lifting (using lifting eye)
attachments suitable
Rock breaker
for the ‘MULTI-LOCK
Quick Coupler’ Sorting grabs

Compactors

Hydraulic sheers

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Important Safety Notes 5. Regardless of the bucket or attach-

ment being used with the ‘MULTI-LOCK
Quick Coupler’ they must be used in
strict accordance with their individual
manufacturers guide lines and instruc-
tions.
Please Read Carefully.
6. In order to ensure that you get the
1. As a new owner / operator of a Dro- most from your ‘MULTI-LOCK Quick Cou-
mone ‘MULTI-LOCK Quick Coupler’ it is pler’ product we have set out in this
very important that you take time to ac- booklet some recommended service and
quaint yourself with the main features of maintenance checks. These should be
the hitch and the requirements for its carried out on a regular basis and any
safe operation and maintenance. damaged parts should be replaced imme-
Therefore, we recommend that you diately.
study the contents of this booklet very 7. Never attempt to modify either the
carefully and be fully familiar with its Dromone Multi Lock Quick Coupler or the
contents before commencing work. machinery onto which it is intended to be
Always treat couplers with the respect attached without first receiving approval
they deserve. from Dromone Engineering personnel.
Unauthorised modification of the Quick
2. Great care must be taken when work-
Coupler or the host machine can seri-
ing on or with the ‘MULTI-LOCK Quick
ously impair the performance of the
Coupler’. Never attempt to work on, or
equipment and could cause serious injury
carry out maintenance to this product
to personnel.
without first ensuring that it has been
made safe, and that the machine to 8. It is the responsibility of all persons
which it is attached is switched off. involved in the installation, maintenance
and operation of the Dromone Quick
3. In the case of a hydraulically operated
Coupler to ensure their own personal
hitch. Even with the machine switched
safety by wearing suitable protective
off the hydraulic circuits may remain
clothing, safety footwear, Hi-visibility
pressurised so care must be taken when
vests and ear & eye protection where ap-
connecting / disconnecting hydraulic
propriate.
hoses.
9. If you should have any difficulty with
4. While the ‘MULTI-LOCK Quick Cou-
your Dromone Multi Lock Quick Coupler
pler’ is designed and proven to work with
which is not addressed in this manual,
most available buckets and other attach-
then you should contact Dromone Engi-
ments. Dromone do not approve the use
neering Ltd. Immediately at the numbers
of mechanical pulverises, mechanical
provided on the back of this manual.
shears, mechanical stump grinders and
such tools with this coupler. Limited use 10. Although every effort has been made
of breakers with the coupler is permitted. to optimise the strength and durability of
Warranty will be void if such attachments the Dromone Multi Lock Quick Coupler, it
are used with this coupler. should be noted that the typical environ-

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ment in which the coupler is likely to be the most important component(s) in this
working can be extremely harsh and det- coupler are the two hydraulic cylinders
rimental to all types of machinery. For this and the front and rear pin locking mecha-
reason, Dromone Engineering highly nisms.
recommends that; as well as the regular It is imperative that to ensure the contin-
maintenance checks, certain components ued safe and effective use of this coupler,
be replaced as a matter of course after a daily check be carried out to monitor
reaching a pre-specified no. of working wear, blockages and other damage that
hours. can possibly occur to the detriment of the
Intermittent problems can be symptoms system’s safe operation.
of imminent failure and if these are ex- While every effort has been made by Dro-
perienced with key control components mone Engineering Ltd. To provide a safe,
such as the control box or solenoid valve,
durable and effective product to work in a
these components should be replaced im- typically harsh environment, it must be
mediately. stressed that it is the responsibility of the
Details of specific components and their owner / user to keep the system serviced
expected normal working life can be and in good working order. The machine
found in the Maintenance section of this operator and / or owner could be held to
manual. Please take the time to become be negligent if they either fail to keep the
acquainted with these components and to system in good order.
monitor their working age. 13. It is essential to ensure continued
Only genuine Dromone parts must safe operation of the Dromone Multi Lock
be used to service this Quick Cou- Quick Coupler, that along with regular
pler. maintenance checks and services carried
Dromone Engineering Ltd. reserves out on the coupler; close attention be
the right to waive liability if non paid to the presence and condition
genuine parts are fitted to this Cou- (legibility) of all the decals in the ma-
pler. chine’s cab.
If one or more of these decals become
11. It is important to note that if you or
damaged or lost, it is essential that they
your representative is responsible for the
be replaced immediately. Dromone Engi-
initial installation of the Dromone Quick
neering has supplied an extra set of de-
coupler, especially in regard to the hy-
cals with this manual for this eventuality.
draulic / electrical system; you must take
If you have not received these decals you
the full responsibility to make sure the
should contact your dealer immediately. If
installation is carried out in strict accor-
you have further need for decals, you can
dance with Dromone Engineering’s in-
contact Dromone directly at the address /
structions. Any failure to do so may allow
Tel no. printed in this manual.
the unsafe operation of the coupler and
result in serious injury or death, with the PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THE IN-
installer being found to be liable. CAB OPERATION INSTRUCTION DE-
12. Other than the structural integrity of
CALS ARE MOUNTED IN THE MA-
the Dromone Multi Lock Quick Coupler,
CHINE CAB IN AN EASILY VISIBLE
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LOCATION CONVENIENT TO THE poration. Should the model on the badge

OPERATOR & THAT THIS MANUAL be different on the badge, permission
IS AVAILBLE IN THE MACHINE CAB. should be sought from Dromone engi-
neering before commencing fit-up.
14. Lifting eye can only be used with the
machine if there is a hose burst check 16. Sequence of Operation of the
valve on the boom. It is the responsibility Dromone ‘Multi Lock’ Automatic Cou-
of the fitter to disable the lifting eye, if pler:
the safety check valves are not incorpo- Opening:
rated • Rear Lock Hydraulically Opens
If the coupler is fitted with a lift eye, • Latching Hook Retract Hydraulically.
please inspect daily before use for wear, • Front Locking Mechanism Mechani-
cracks and fatigue. If damaged do not cally Opens.
use.
17. The operating instructions contained
Always use approved lifting shackle and in this manual are a guideline for use with
chains in conjunction with the lift eye. the Dromone Control Box. Please contact
Check the SWL (Safe Working Load) that you plant department or training depart-
is stamped on the coupler and ensure ment if another system has been imple-
the lifting equipment is compatible. mented at installation. A copy of this may
be found in the appendix at the end of the
Always check the excavator manual for manual. Please contact your plant or
the machine SWL as this determines the training department for a copy of this in-
lifting capacity of the machine. This SWL
should never be exceeded under any 18. The working range of the machine
circumstance. can change with the incorporation of a
quick hitch. This includes the following:
Always remove the attachment on the
coupler prior to using the lift eye. • The bucket is more liable to inter-
fere with the dipper arm and possi-
No other part of the coupler may be used bly the cab in which can lead to in-
for lifting other than the lift eye. jury or death (Figure 2).

The lift eye on the coupler has been

tested and stamped by Dromone, this
test is valid for 12 months from first date
of purchase, there after it is the responsi-
bility of the machine owner to insure the
lift eye remains compliant to each coun-
tries national standard.

15. The quick hitch should only be fitted

to the machine referred to on the Serial
number plate or the declaration of incor-
Fig 2. Possible interference
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• Break out force is reduced at the

tip of the bucket due to the longer
distance from the pivoting area.

• As can be seeing from figure 2

above this is ideally the danger
zone and it follows a 360 degree
axis to the machine from the cen-
treline of swing. As well as this, the
working radius of the machine in-
creases due to the extra distance
between the bucket and the dipper
arm.

• Maximum operating capacity is lim-

ited with the use of quick coupler.
Refer to excavator owners manual
for further information on max op-
erating loads.

20. Please note that under no circum-

stance, does Dromone engineering au-
thorize the transport of people with a
quick hitch, even if the quick hitch is de-
signed to do so.

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Operating Instructions

secured properly in place.

The operating instructions contained in
B. Ensure that the ‘MULTI-LOCK
this manual are a guideline for use with Quick Coupler’ has been left safe
the Dromone Control Box. Please con-
after previous use / operation.
tact you plant department or training
department if another system has been C. Ensure that the area within the
implemented at installation. A copy of maximum machine swing radius
this may be found in the appendix at the is clear of all personnel and
end of the manual. Please contact your obstacles.
plant or training department for a copy D. If the In-Cab control system is not
of this instruction. supplied by Dromone, this may
affect the performance and safety
To guarantee satisfactory and safe op- of the coupler. Always check the
eration of the equipment, it is strongly sequence and function matches
recommended that the ‘MULTI-LOCK the sequence outlined in this
Quick Hitch’ be installed and fitted by manual.
trained personnel only.
Procedure:
Installation of the ‘MULTI-LOCK Quick
Hitch’ must be in accordance with the 1. From the operators seat in the
instructions provided in this manual, any machine cab the ‘MULTI-LOCK
deviation from the instructions given Quick Hitch’ must be fully
here needs to be authorised by Dro- crowned inwards to the transport
mone Engineering personnel. position in order to disengage the
automatic latching system. Fully
Any difficulty with interpretation of the extend the bucket cylinder and
installation instructions in this manual hold over relief.
should be resolved between the fitter
and Dromone Engineering, before pro-
ceeding any further - IF IN DOUBT
ASK.

Bucket/Attachment Pickup
Before attaching to a bucket or any
other attachment it is important to
check for the following. Familiarise
yourself with the coupler and machine
controls prior to use with attachments. Fig 2. Excavator in transport
position
A. The attachment is fitted with the
correct pins at the correct centre
distances and that they are
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Fig 4. Hitch in transport position

2. Press the ’POWER’ button on the in- Fig 6. Press ’CONTROL’ Button
cab control panel to the, The visual Led NOTE: After ’CONTROL’ button is
will pulsate GREEN and activate an audi- pressed, the system will activate a
ble buzzer (continuous tone) in the ma- warning signal at 55 seconds, and
chine cab (Figure 5). after 60 seconds the hitch will reset
NOTE: If no further action is taken to a closed position.
within 5 seconds the unit will
automatically ‘LOCK OUT’, the
indicators will go out and the green 4. Manoeuvre the ‘MULTI-LOCK Quick
LED light will return to a constant Coupler’ to line it up with the bucket or
green light. implement to be picked up (Figure 7)

Fig 5. Switching control box on

3. Activation of cylinders:
Press the ’CONTROL’ button within 5 sec-
onds from switch on. The status indicator
light will illuminate to a flashing red sig- Fig 7. Manoeuvring
nal and the buzzer will also change from into bucket
a continuous tone to a pulsating tone. 5. Lower the
This indicates that a positive supply is ‘MULTI-LOCK Quick Coupler downwards
being sent to the solenoid valve, which in and slide forward to engage the front
turn operates the both lock cylinder. jaw of the ‘MULTI-LOCK Quick Hitch’
over the nearest bucket pin. Rotate the
‘MULTI-LOCK Quick Hitch’ clockwise to
line up the second bucket pin (furthest
from mach.)

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6. When both attachment pins are seated

in the ‘MULTI-LOCK Quick Coupler’ jaws, 1. Visually confirm rear latch
rotate the attachment fully inwards using
the excavator bucket cylinder (Figure 7).
This manoeuvre will ensure that the at-
tachment is fully seated in the ‘MULTI-
LOCK Quick Hitch’ jaws.

7. Press ‘POWER’ button the indicator

light will go out and audible buzzer will
stop sounding in excavator cab. The
main cylinder will extend and lock the 2. Complete
bump test to
latching hooks over the attachment pin. ensure that rear
lock is properly
secure

3. Visually confirm the

front lock is engaged

Fig 9. Curling fully inwards and ap-

ply overpressure for 3-5 seconds

8. As a final check that this procedure

has been carried out correctly, the fol-
lowing checks should be verified in the
following order.
1. Visually confirm rear latch is en- Fig 10. Final checks
gaged
2. Complete bump test to ensure
that rear lock is properly secure
3. Visually confirm the front lock is
engaged
With the confirmation of these checks
the coupler is now ready for use. (Figure
10)

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Bucket/Attachment Release LED light will return to a constant

green light.

Before attempting the release of a

bucket or any other attachment it is im-
portant to check for the following.

A. Ensure that the area within the

maximum machine swing radius Fig 12. Switching control box on
is clear of all personnel and
obstacles. 3. Activation of cylinders:
B. Put attachment on level ground Press the ’CONTROL’ button within 5 sec-
to ensure that it does not roll onds from switch on. The status indicator
over. light will illuminate to a flashing red sig-
Procedure: nal and the buzzer will also change from
a continuous tone to a pulsating tone.
1.Lower the ‘Quick Coupler and attach- This indicates that a positive supply is
ment to the ground with the ‘Quick Cou- being sent to the solenoid valve, which in
pler’ rotated fully inwards towards the turn operates the both lock cylinder.
machine in order to disengage the auto-
matic latching system.

200mm Ground Fig 13. Press ’CONTROL’ Button

Fig 11. Lowering the bucket

NOTE: After ’CONTROL’ button is
pressed, the system will activate a
2. Press the ’POWER’ button on the in- warning signal at 55 seconds, and
cab control panel to the, The visual Led after 60 seconds the hitch will reset
will pulsate GREEN and activate an audi- to a closed position.
ble buzzer (continuous tone) in the ma-
chine cab (Figure 12).
NOTE: If no further action is taken
within 5 seconds the unit will
automatically ‘LOCK OUT’, the
indicators will go out and the green
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4. Manoeuvre the ‘Quick Hitch’ rear- DAILY INSPECTION &

wards, away from the machine and this
CHECKS.
will disengage the ‘Quick Hitch’ from the
bucket or other attachment (figure 14).
The following checks should be carried
out on a daily basis.
1. Check the main frame for cracks or
weld failure.
2. Check that the Quick Coupler com-
ponents are not damaged or show-
ing signs of wear.
3. Check the attachment pins for
Fig 14. Moving damage or undue wear.
the ‘Quick hitch'
4. Check for any sign of damage or
away from the
clogging of both automatic locking
bucket
mechanisms.
5. Check for oil leaks from the
hydraulic cylinders and hose
connections.
6. Check that all nuts & bolts used to
secure pins are locked tight.
5. The next stage is to set the switch to 7. Grease hitch daily, all pins and
the ‘OFF’ position, the indicator light will bushings should be greased. Grease
go out and the audible buzzer will stop nipples are provided at cylinder
sounding in the machine cab. The ‘Quick bushings and at the latching hooks
Coupler’ cylinder will extend and lock the to facilitate access for this purpose.
hitch latching hooks. This manoeuvre will
8. Clean coupler of all dirt and debris,
also activate the automatic locking sys-
ensure all labels are clean and
tem.
legible at the end of each shift.
9. Inspect lift eye for wear, damage or
cracks.

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PARTS LIST—ORDERING SPARE
Dromone Multi– PARTS
Lock Quick Coupler

All Dromone MULTI-LOCK Quick Couplers are labelled with a unique serial number.
The serial number is located on the mai body of the frame.
At the time of ordering spare or replacement parts, you will be required to provide
the serial number and a description of the part(s) you require. Please see below
reference illustration drawing of spare parts for the coupler.

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Maintenance Schedule
The table below is to be used as a guideline in the maintenance program of the
coupler. The maintenance log should be update and signed off at the recommended
hourly interval. If parts are damaged or worn outside of the schedule below these

Description Hourly Interval

1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000
Latching Hook Assy (Ref 1) INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT REPLACE
Signed
Date
Bucket Pins (Ref 4 and 5) INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT REPLACE INSPECT INSPECT
Signed
Date
Hydraulic Cylinder ~Lg (Ref 12) INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT
Signed
Date
Hydraulic Cylinder ~S (Ref 11) INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT
Signed
Date
Front lock (Ref 7) INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT
Signed
Date
Cylinder Pin (Ref 6) INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT REPLACE INSPECT
Signed
Date
Hook Assy Pin (Ref 3) INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT REPLACE INSPECT
Signed
Date
Cylinder & Hook Pin (Ref 2) INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT
Signed
Date
Rear lock (Ref 10) INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT
Signed
Date
Check Valves (Ref 16) INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT REPLACE INSPECT INSPECT
Signed
Date
Seal Kits (Ref 15) INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT REPLACE INSPECT INSPECT
Signed
Date
Push Bar (Ref 8) INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT REPLACE INSPECT
Signed
Date
Front lock pin kit (Ref 9) INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT INSPECT REPLACE INSPECT
Signed
Date

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Maintenance log

Description Hourly Interval

Signed

Date

Signed

Date

Signed

Date

Signed
Date

Signed

Date

Signed

Date

Signed

Date

Signed

Date

Signed

Date

Signed

Date

Signed

Date

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Form No. B185 Rev A

EC DECLARATION OF INCORPORATION

We, Dromone Engineering Limited,

Dromone,
Oldcastle,
Co. Meath,
Ireland.

Declare that the following product:

Dromone __________________________(Product Name) Serial Number:_________________

_____________________(Type Model)

Is destined to be combined with other machines, and is in conformity with the provisions of the following
European Directives:
Council directive 2006/42/EC

And the following standards:

ISO 14121-1:2007 (replaces EN 1050)
EN ISO 12100-1:2003 +A1:2009 (replaces EN 292)
AS 4772-2008
EN474-1: 2006

Completed at Dromone Engineering Limited, Dromone, Oldcastle, Co. Meath, Ireland.

Signed: Martin Segarty………………………………………………..

Position: Product Manager………………………………….

Date: __ __ / __ __ / 20__ __

ATTENTION!
The attention of the specifier, purchaser, installer, or user is drawn to special measures and limitations to use which
must be observed when the product is taken into service to maintain compliance with the above directives. Details of
these special measures and limitations to use are available on request, and are also contained in the product manuals

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