GBM How-To Series // Breakout Tool Operation

When the pilot tube steering head reaches the reception shaft, the alignment has been installed on line and grade. Akkerman’s proprietary Breakout Tool Assembly assists with the separation of the pilot tube joints and their removal as they are advanced. The Breakout Tool Assembly includes jaw inserts to position on the pilot tube notches, the Breakout Tool with hydraulic cylinder, a power pack, and remote controller. Watch to learn how to operate the Breakout Tool Assembly with Akkerman Guided Boring System Product Manager, Terry Fisher.
See Section 6:35-6 of your GBM Operator’s Manual for more information.
Topics Covered:
[00:20] Extend Breakout Tool Hydraulic Cylinder (A position)
[00:33] Retract Breakout Tool Hydraulic Cylinder (B position)
[00:42] Remove the Steering Head from Steering Head Adapter
[01:34] Position Jaw Inserts on Notches, Position Breakout Tool Over Jaw Inserts, Engage Breakout Tool with Remote Controller
[03:08] Remove Loosened Steering Head Adapter
[03:36] Repeat Process with First Pilot Tube
[04:55] Loosen Pilot Tube Joints With Joint Wrench
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