Bercomac BPHDMD Manuel utilisateur

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READ&FOLLOWALLSAFETYRULES&INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE
OPERATINGYOUREQUIPMENT
108973_EN R-06122017
*ASSEMBLY *REPAIRPARTS
*OPERATION *MAINTENANCE
01089730
700886HDPostHolediggerfor3pointhitch
700904HDHolediggerauger6''
700905HDHolediggerauger9''
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Conditions and Products Covered:
BERCOMAC guarantees any part of the product or accessory
manufactured by BERCOMAC and found in the reasonable
judgment of BERCOMAC to be defective in material and or
workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an authorized
dealer without charge up to our maximum labor rates and pre-
established times. For replacement parts only standard ground
freight services are covered. This warranty applies to the
products bought and used in North America.
Warranty Period
(from date of the original retail purchase)
Residential, light commercial or regular commercial
(agricultural) use: 1 year
Commercial intense, industrial or rental use: 90 days
Exceptions Noted Below; the following items have a different
coverage conditions and limited time:
Tire Chains:
o 90 days residential or light commercial use
o No warranty on other application
Engines: Will vary as per the manufacturer
Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s warranty
statement included with the unit. BERCOMAC is not
authorized to handle warranty adjustments on engines.
Items and Conditions NOT Covered:
This warranty does not cover the following:
Pick-up or delivery charges or in-home services fees.
Any damage or deterioration of the unit, parts and or finish
of these due to normal use, wear and tear, or exposure.
Cost of regular use or maintenance service or parts, such as
gas, oil, lubricants, tune-up parts, and adjustments.
Any part or accessory which has been altered, modified,
misused, neglected, accidentally damaged or not properly
installed, maintained, stored or repaired not in accordance
withtheinstructionsintheowner’smanual.
Repair due to normal wear and or any wear items such as
shear pins, bolts, belts, winch cable, cutting edge, skid
shoes, etc.
Expedited freight fee services for replacement parts.
Shear bolts and shear pins are to be considered as a
preventive measure not as an assured protection, any
damages resulting from the lack of shear bolts breakage are
not covered.
NOTE: All warranty work must be performed by an authorized
dealer using original (manufacturer) replacement parts.
Owner’sResponsibilities:
BERCOMAC’s defective equipment or part must be returned
to an authorized dealer within the warranty period for repairs.
In the event that defective merchandise must be returned to
manufacturer for repairs, freight fees are prepaid and a written
authorization from BERCOMAC must be obtained by dealer
prior to the shipment. This warranty extends only to
equipment operated under normal conditions. To validate a
warranty claim, it is the user’s responsibility to maintain and
servicetheunitasspecifiedintheowner’smanualortohave
the unit serviced at their dealer at their expense.
General Conditions:
The sole liability of BERCOMAC with respect to this warranty
shall be strictly and exclusively repair and replacement as
mentioned herein. BERCOMAC shall not have any liability for
any other costs, loss or damage, including but not limited to,
any incidental or consequential loss or damage.
Taking advantage of the warranty does not in any way extend
the length or renewal of the warranty.
In particular, without being limited to, BERCOMAC shall have
no liability or responsibility for:
Travel time, overtime, after hours time or other
extraordinary repair charges or relating to repairs and or
replacements outside of normal business hours.
Rental of like or similar replacement equipment during the
period of any, repair or replacement work.
Any communicating or travel charges.
Loss or damage to person or property other than that
covered by the terms of this warranty.
Any claims for lost revenue, lost profit or any similar costs
as a result of damage or repair.
Attorney’s fees.
BERCOMAC’s responsibility in respect to claims is limited to
making the required repairs or replacement without charge up
to our maximum labor rates and pre-established times and no
claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or
rescission of the contract of sale of any product or accessory.
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the
amount of the purchase price of the product sold.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also
have other rights, which vary from state to state.
NOTE: Bercomac reserves the right to change or improve the design of any part or accessory without assuming any obligation to modify
any product previously manufactured.
Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Services: Contact the Mahindra dealer where equipment was purchased or any other Mahindra
service dealer to arrange service at their dealership. To locate a dealer convenient to you, access our website at
www.mahindrausa.com. Don't forget to bring your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the Mahindra dealer.
Revised 11-23-2012
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TABLEOFCONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................................... 1
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION .................................................................................................................. 2
SAFETYDECALS .................................................................................................................................................... 4
ASSEMBLY
Assemblyinstructions ................................................................................................................................ 7
OPERATION
OperationandTransportation ..................................................................................................................... 10
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................ 11
PARTSBREAKDOWNANDPARTSLIST
Postholedigger ........................................................................................................................................... 12
Screwreplacementparts ............................................................................................................................ 14
Drivelinereplacementparts ........................................................................................................................ 15
TORQUESPECIFICATIONTABLE ....................................................................................................................... 16
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INTRODUCTION
TO THE PURCHASER
This new accessory was carefully designed to give years of dependable service. This manual has been provided to
assist in the safe operation and servicing of your attachment.
NOTE: All photographs and illustrations in the manual may not necessarily depict the actual models or attachment, but
are intended for reference only and are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication.
Familiarize yourself fully with the safety recommendations and operating procedures before putting the machine to
use. Carefully read, understand and follow these recommendations and insist that they be followed by those who will
use this attachment.
THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE IN THIS
MANUAL THAT HELPS YOU AND OTHERS AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.
DANGER, WARNING, AND CAUTION ARE SIGNAL WORDS USED TO IDENTIFY THE LEVEL OF
HAZARD. HOWEVER, REGARDLESS OF THE HAZARD, BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL.
DANGER: Signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if recommended precautions
are not followed.
WARNING: Signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
CAUTION: Signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate injury if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
Record your attachment serial number and purchase date in the section reserved below (there is no serial number on
the subframe). Your dealer requires this information to give you prompt, efficient service when ordering replacement
parts. Use only genuine parts when replacements are required.
If warranty repairs are required please present this registration booklet and original sales invoice to your selling dealer
for warranty service.
This manual should be kept for future reference.
Please check if you have received all the parts for your kit with the list of the
bag and the list of the box.
SERIAL NUMBER : ___________________________
(IF APPLICABLE)
MODEL NUMBER: ___________________________
PURCHASE DATE : ___________________________
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION
Readandthoroughlyunderstandalltheinstructionsandsafetyinformationbeforeassemblingoroperatingthis
postholedigger.Failuretodosomaycauseseriousinjuryordeath.Donot allowanyonetooperatethispost
holediggerwhohasnotreadthismanual.Aswithallpowerequipmentapostholediggercanbedangerousif
assembled or used improperly. Do not operate this post hole digger if you have any doubts or questions
concerningsafeoperation.
INTENDEDUSE
Thisproductisdesignedtodigholesinthesoilwhen
attached to the 3-point linkage system and power-
take-off of the tractor turning at maximum speed of
540RPM.It isnotintended foranyother use.Using
the product for anything other than digging holes
couldresultinseriousinjuryofdeath.
PERSONALPROTECTIVEEQUIPMENT
Always use appropriate personal protective
equipment such as eyewear and safety shoes when
operatingthisholedigger.
Neverwearlooseclothing.
SAFETYDECALS
Alwaysreplacemissingordefaceddecals.
GENERALSAFETYANDPREPARATION
Always make sure that anyone else who operates
this post hole digger has read and understood the
contentsoftheowner’smanualand allsafetydecals
oftheproduct.
Alwaysbecertainthatallmembersoftheworkparty
are familiar with the operation of the digger and the
hazardsassociatedwithit.
Always check with authorities for underground
utilitiesbeforedigging ahole.Seriousinjuryordeath
couldresultfromcontactwithgasorelectriclines.
Always checktractorowner’smanualforinstructions
on operation, attachment of 3 point equipment and
safety.
Always makesurethatallsafetyshieldsareinplace
and tightened down. Do not operate this post hole
diggerifanyshieldsaremissing.
OPERATINGSAFETY
Alwaysoperatethispostholediggerfromthetractor
seat.Onlyonepersonshouldoperatethedigger.
Never attach the post hole digger with the tractor
enginerunning.
Neveroperatethepostholediggerwithanyonenear
or in contact with any part of the accessory, PTO
drivelineorauger.Seriousinjuryordeathcouldresult
fromentanglementwithmovingparts.
Alwaysmakesurethatthetractorbrakeissetbefore
diggingahole.
Always keep hands, feet and clothing away from
powerdrivenpartsduringoperation.
Nevermanuallypositiontheaugerormanuallyforce
theaugerintotheground.
Always make sure thatthe tractor engine is shut off
and the PTO drive is disengaged before leaving the
tractorseat.
Never move the tractor with the PTO in the ON
position.
Neverexceed540RPMPTOoperatingspeed
Never operate the post hole digger when the auger
pointismorethan6’’abovegroundlevel.Operating
the digger in elevated positions may cause the PTO
driveline ‘’U’’ joints to bind resulting in equipment
damageandoperatorinjury.
Always turn off the digger immediately if an
immovableobjetisencounteredtopreventdamageto
thegearboxordriveshaftandpossibleinjury.Ashear
boltisprovidedbutmaybecome weldedtothe input
shaft if the driveshaft is left running after being
sheared.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION
REPAIRANDMAINTENCANCESAFETY
Always preform maintenance operations such as
lubrications, adjustments or repairs on the post hole
digger with the tractor engine off, the PTO drive
disengaged and the auger point resting on the
ground.
Always use the correct shear bolt (GRADE 5).
NEVERuseorreplacetheshearboltwithonethatis
longer than the one specified in the manual (3/8’’ x
3’’).
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SAFETYDECALS
REPLACEIFDECALSAREDAMAGED
DECAL#107644
LOCATION:TOPOFBOOMCLOSETO
MANUALCANISTER
DECAL#107643
LOCATION:SIDEOFGEARBOXINPUT
GUARD
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SAFETYDECALS
REPLACEIFDECALSAREDAMAGED
DECAL#107646
LOCATION:TOPOFBOOMBETWEEN
107647&107644
DECAL#107647
LOCATION:TOPOFBOOM,TRACTOR
ENDSIDE&TOPOFGEARBOXINPUT
GUARD
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Symbol Description
Decal#105852
LOCATION:PTO
DRIVESHAFTSHIELD
Toavoidseriousinjury:
Keeppeopleandclothingaway.
Do not operate without all driveline, tractor and equipment
shields in place, nor without the drivelines securely attached
atbothends.
SAFETYDECALS
REPLACEIFDECALSAREDAMAGED
DECAL#107636
LOCATION:TOPENDOFAUGERTUBE
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ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLYINSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT:UNLESSOTHERWISESPECIFIEDTORQUEALLBOLTSACCORDINGTOTORQUESPECI-
FICATIONTABLE(SEETABLEOFCONTENTS)WHENSTATED:TIGHTENFIRMLY.REFERTOPARTS
BREAKDOWNSECTIONFORPARTIDENTIFICATION.
Overallview
NOTE:Inthismanual,therightandleftsideisdeterminedbeingseatedonthetractorseatgoingforward.
Removethepostholediggerfromtheshippingcrate.
Removetheothercomponentsfromthecrate.
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ASSEMBLY
Refertothepartsbreakdownforpartnumbering
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ILLUSTRATIONA ILLUSTRATIONB
ASSEMBLY
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OPERATION&TRANSPORTATION
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: 540 RPM is the maximum rotation
speedforthepowertakeoffofthetractor.
OnceyouhavefamiliarizedyourselfwiththeOwner’s
Manualandproperlyattachedthepostholediggerto
thetractoryouwillbealmostreadytostarttowork.
Hopefully you have checked out your work site for
any buried utility cables, pipelines or other obstacles
thatyoudonottodamageorencounter.
After mounting the digger to the tractor, lower the
auger point slowly to the ground to the desired
digginganglebeforeengagingpower.
Engage the PTO and start digging at a slow speed,
loweringtheaugerslowlyasitbeginstodig.
Increase speed as the auger goes deeper. The type
of soil will determine the proper auger speed. If the
soil is extremely hard, it will generally improve
operationtovarythespeedoftheaugerattimes.
Whentheaugerhasreachedthedesireddepth,spin
itmomentarilyatahighspeedtocleartheholeofdirt.
Reducespeedbeforewithdrawingtheaugerfromthe
hole.
Disengage the PTO after withdrawing from the hole
andmovethetractortothenextlocation.
WARNING
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
When traveling on public roads, use accessory lights,
SMVsign,cleanreflectorsandotheradequatedevices
towarn operators in other vehiclesof your presences.
Always comply with all federal, state, provincial and
locallaws.
Be sure to reduce tractor speed when turning, and
leave enough room clearance so the Post Hole
Digger does not come into contact with obstacles
suchasbuildings,trees,orfences,etc.
Select a safe travel speed when transporting from
oneareatoanother.
WARNING
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Read and thoroughly understand all instructions and
safety information before operating this post hole
digger. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or
even death.Do not allowanyone to operate this post
holediggerwhohasnotreadthismanual.
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MAINTENCE
ALWAYSPRACTICESAFEMAINTENANCE
Always understand the procedures before doing any
work.Usethepropertoolsandequipment,
Alwaysworkinacleandryarea.
Lower the attachment to the ground, put tractor in
park,turnofftheengineandremovekeybeforedoing
anymaintenance.
Lettheaccessorycoolbeforedoinganyworkonit.
Disconnect the battery ground cable (-) before
servicing or adjusting electrical systems or before
weldingontheaccessory.
Inspect all parts. Make sure parts are in good
condition&properlyinstalled.
Removeanybuild-upofgrease,oilordebris.
Checkalltheboltsafterusingtheunitforafewhours
tobesuretheyaretight.Replaceworn,damaged,or
illegible safety labels by obtaining new labels from
yourdealer.
GENERALPOSTHIOLEDIGGERMAINTENANCE
Refertothepartbreakdownforpartnumbering
Toremovetheaugerfromthegearboxoutputshaft,
takeoutthetwo1/2’’x3’’hexcapscrews(item15).
To remove the drive shaft from the gear box input
shaft, take out the shear pin bolt (item 12) and 1/4’’
setscrew(item24).
Check oil level after every 50 hours of use. Use EP
90 lubricant and fill to oil level plug. All replacement
lubricantshouldbeofthistype.
The universal joints should be greased with a good
gradechassislubricanteveryweek.Atthebeginning
of each season, grease the sliding driveshaft
memberswithamolygrease.
GENERALSCREWMAINTENANCE
Itisimportanttoreplacetheself-sharpingpointonthe
augerwhenitshowssingsofexcessivewear.
STORAGE
Clean,inspectserviceandmakenecessaryrepairsto
the post hole digger when parking it for long periods
and when parking it at end of working season. This
will ensure that the digger is readyfor use next time
youneedit.
Cleanoffanydirtthatmayhaveaccumulatedonthe
digger.Scrapoffcompacteddirtandwashthoroughly
withagardenhose.
Checkboltsforwearandreplaceifnecessary.
Inspect digger for loose, damaged or worn parts.
Adjustandtightenlooseparts.Whenneededreplace
partswithgenuinemanufacture’sparts.
Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to
preventrust.
Replacealldamagedormissingdecals.
Store the digger on a level surface in a clean dry
place. Inside storage will reduce maintenance and
makeforalongerlifespan.
WARNING
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
BEFOREDOINGANYMAINTENANCE
Parkthevehicleonaflatsurfaceinawellventilated
area.
DisengagetheP.T.O.andplacetheaugerpointon
theground.
Applyparkingbrake.
Stoptheengineandremovetheignitionkey.
Wait until all moving parts have stopped before
leavingthedriver’sseat.
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PARTSBREAKDOWN
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PARTSLIST
Ref.
Réf.
Englishdescription Descriptionfrançaise
Qty.
Qté.
Part#
Pièce#
HeavyDutyPostholediggerlessauger 1 700886
1 Boom Brasprincipal 1 108908
4 7/16"lynchpin Goupilleàanneau7/16" 1 108909
5 "A"frame Châssisen"A" 1 108910
6 "A"framepin Goupilleduchâssisen"A" 1 108911
7 7/8"pullpinwithnutandlockwasher Goupille7/8"avecécrouetrondellede
blocage
2 108912
8 Outputshaftshield Gardedel'arbredesortie 1 108913
9 Inputshaftshield Gardedel'arbred'entrée 1 108914
10 Gearboxwithshields Boîted'engrenageavecgardes 1 108915
11 Drivelinewithplasticshield Arbred'entraînementavecgardedeplastique 1 108916
12 3/8”x3”Grade5HexCapscrew(SHEAR
BOLT)
Boulonàtêtehexagonale3/8”x3”Grade5
(BOULONDECISAILLEMENT)
1 O/L
13 3/8”Lockwasher Rondelledeblocage3/8’’ O/L
14 3/8”NCHexNut Écroushex.3/8’’NC O/L
15 1/2”x3”Grade5HexCapscrew Boulonàtêtehexagonale1/2”x3”Grade5 2 O/L
16 1/2”Lockwasher Rondelledeblocage1/2’’ O/L
17 1/2”NCHexNut Écroushex.1/2’’NC O/L
18 6’’Auger Vis6’’ 700904
19 9’’Auger Vis9’’ 700905
23 ScrewPoint Pointedelavis 108917
24 1/4’’x3/8’’Setscrew Visàpressionà6panscreux1/4’’x3/8’’ O/L
O/L=ObtainLocally
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PARTSLISTCUTTINGEDGESANDPOINTS
Ref.
Réf.
Englishdescription Descriptionfrançaise
Qty.
Qté.
Part#
Pièce#
1 Cuttingedgefor6’’auger Racloirpourvis6’’ 2 108918
1 Cuttingedgefor9’’auger Racloirpourvis9’’ 2 108919
2 Carriagebolt1/2x1’’UNC Boulondecarrosserie1/2x1’’UNC 2 O/L
3 1/2UNCnyloninsertlocknut Écoursdeblocageàgarnituredenylon1/2’’
UNC
2 O/L
4 1/2”x3-1/2”Grade5HexCapscrew Boulonàtêtehexagonale1/2”x3-1/2”Grade5 1 O/L
5 1/2UNCnyloninsertlocknut Écoursdeblocageàgarnituredenylon1/2’’
UNC
1 O/L
6 ScrewPoint Pointedelavis 1 108917
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PARTSLISTDRIVELINE
Ref.
Réf.
Englishdescription Descriptionfrançaise
Qty.
Qté.
Part#
Pièce#
1 Crossassembly Croixassemble 2 108984
2 Yokeassembly(implement) Fourcheassemble(côtéaccessoire) 1 108985
3 Yokeassembly(tractor) Fourcheassemble(côtétracteur) 1 108986
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TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE
GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE
USE THE FOLLOWING TORQUES WHEN SPECIAL TORQUES ARE NOT GIVEN
NOTE: These values apply to fasteners as received from supplier, dry or when lubricated with normal oil. They do not
apply if special graphited or moly disulphide greases or other extreme pressure lubricants are used. This applies to
both UNF and UNC threads.
*
Thick nuts must be used with grade 8 bolts
SEE Grade No.
2 5 8 *
BOLT HEAD
IDENTIFICATION
MARKS AS PER GRADE
NOTE MANUFACTURING
MARKS W ILL VARY
TORQUE TORQUE TORQUE
BOLT SIZE FOOT POUNDS NEW TON-METERS FOOT POUNDS NEW TON-METERS FOOT POUNDS NEW TON-METERS
Inches Millimetre
Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max. Max.
Min. Max. Max.
1/4" 6.35 5 6 6.8 8.13 9 11 12.2 14.9 12 15 16.3 30.3
5/16" 7.94 10 12 13.6 16.3 17 20.5 23.1 27.8 24 29 32.5 39.3
3/8" 9.53 20 23 27.1 31.2 35 42 47.5 57 45 54 61 73.2
7/16" 11.11 30 35 40.7 47.4 54 64 73.2 86.8 70 84 94.9 113.9
1/2" 12.7 45 52 61 70.5 80 96 108.5 130.2 110 132 149.2 179
9/16" 14.29 65 75 88.1 101.6 110 132 149.2 179 160 192 217 260.4
5/8" 15.88 95 105 128.7 142.3 150 180 203.4 244.1 220 264 298.3 358
3/4" 19.05 150 185 203.3 250.7 270 324 366.1 439.3 380 456 515.3 618.3
7/8" 22.23 160 200 216.8 271 400 480 542.4 650.9 600 720 813.6 976.3
1" 25.4 250 300 338.8 406.5 580 696 786.5 943.8 900 1080 1220.4 1464.5
METRIC BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
COARSE THREAD
Size Screw Grade No. Pitch
(mm)
Foot Pounds Newton-Meters Pitch
(mm)
Foot Pounds Newton-Meters
M6 4T 1.00 3.6 - 5.8 4.9 - 7.9 - - -
7T 5.8 - 9.4 7.9 - 12.7 - -
8T 7.2 - 10 9.8 - 13.6 - -
M8 4T 1.25 7.2 - 14 9.8 - 19 1.00 12 - 17 16.3 - 23
7T 17 - 22 23 - 29.8 19 - 27 25.7 - 36.6
8T 20 - 26 27.1 - 35.2 22 - 31 29.8 - 42
M10 4T 1.50 20 - 25 27.1 - 33.9 1.25 20 - 29 27.1 - 39.3
7T 34 - 40 46.1 - 54.2 35 - 47 47.4 - 63.7
8T 38 - 46 51.5 - 62.3 40 - 52 54.2 - 70.5
M12 4T 1.75 28 - 34 37.9 - 46.1 1.25 31 - 41 42 - 55.6
7T 51 - 59 69.1 - 79.9 56 - 68 75.9 - 92.1
8T 57 - 66 77.2 - 89.4 62 - 75 84 - 101.6
M14 4T 2.00 49 - 56 66.4 - 75.9 1.50 52 - 64 70.5 - 86.7
7T 81 - 93 109.8 - 126 90 - 106 122 - 143.6
8T 96 - 109 130.1 - 147.7 107 - 124 145 - 168
M16 4T 2.00 67 - 77 90.8 - 104.3 1.50 69 - 83 93.5 - 112.5
7T 116 - 130 157.2 - 176.2 120 - 138 162.6 - 187
8T 129 - 145 174.8 - 196.5 140 - 158 189.7 - 214.1
M18 4T 2.00 88 - 100 119.2 - 136 1.50 100 - 117 136 - 158.5
7T 150 - 168 203.3 - 227.6 177 - 199 239.8 - 269.6
8T 175 - 194 237.1 - 262.9 202 - 231 273.7 - 313
M20 4T 2.50 108 - 130 146.3 - 176.2 1.50 132 - 150 178.9 - 203.3
7T 186 - 205 252 - 277.8 206 - 242 279.1 - 327.9
8T 213 - 249 288.6 - 337.4 246 - 289 333.3 - 391.6
FINE THREAD
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