AVANT 500 Series 2019 Operator'S Manual Download

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English

Operator’s Manual

2019-

A428527 2019 2 EN 2018-

Read this Operator’s Manual, safety decals,

and other safety related instructions before

operating the loader. If you do not obey these

instructions, there is a risk of serious injury.

Keep all manuals for reference.

523/528/530

Summary of Contents for 500 Series 2019

Page 1: ...7 2019 2 EN 2018 Read this Operator s Manual safety decals and other safety related instructions before operating the loader If you do not obey these instructions there is a risk of serious injury Keep all manuals for reference 523 528 530 ...

Page 2: ...cs 32 Joystick with auxiliary hydraulics control buttons 32 Attachment control switch pack 32 Extra auxiliary hydraulics outlets front and rear 33 Work light kit 34 Headlight beacon blinker reflector kit 34 Warning beacon 34 Trailer coupling 34 Extra counterweights 34 Hydraulic lifting device in the rear 34 Starting the engine 35 Engine block heater 35 Stopping the engine 36 Drive control 37 Steer...

Page 3: ...situation which if not avoided could cause serious injury or death This signal word is used when minor injury could result if the instructions are not followed properly This signal word indicates information about the correct operation and maintenance of the equipment It is used without the safety alert symbol Failure to observe the instructions accompanying the symbol can lead to equipment breakd...

Page 4: ...ed yourself with the use of it and the eventual dangers related to it This loader has been designed to require as little maintenance as possible The operator can perform the routine maintenance operations There are however more demanding service operations that can be done by professional service personnel only It is allowed to perform service operations only when wearing appropriate protective eq...

Page 5: ...revent the load from falling and to keep the machine stable 6 Keep away from the danger zone of the lifted boom and don t let anyone go there 7 Keep your hands feet and clothing away from all moving parts hydraulic components and hot surfaces 8 Make sure that there is enough open space around the loader and its attachments for safe driving and use of the attachments 9 Do not transport the load wit...

Page 6: ...in good condition and do not have visible damage Make sure the attachment is properly locked Hydraulic pressure Risk of injury Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure has sufficient force to penetrate skin causing serious personal injury Never use hands to search for possible leaks in hydraulic systems use a piece of cardboard instead Release residual hydraulic pressure before disconnecting any fi...

Page 7: ... shelf etc Always handle heavy loads only on firm level ground while you drive slowly with the machine Uneven or inclined terrain significantly reduces the safe working load see also page 23 Use the maximum loads indicated in the diagram in this manual as a guideline All rated operating capacities are based on the criteria of the machine is level on a firm supporting ground When the machine is ope...

Page 8: ...d operate the controls of the loader very carefully especially when handling heavy loads In case the loader tips over Avoid tipping over of the loader with careful operation and the instructions given throughout this manual However it is important to know what to do in case the machine tips over Risk of being crushed by the ROPS structure in case the laoder tips over Always use the seat belt and s...

Page 9: ...oader in enclosed space or poorly ventilated areas will kill you in minutes Never operate the loader indoors or in partly enclosed areas unless you ve made sure there is special ventilation systeminstalled Loaderswithacombustionengineproduce among other pollutants carbon dioxide CO2 and can also emit carbon monoxide CO under some conditions that can concentrate quickly to a dangerous level Never l...

Page 10: ...es Avoid spreading of dust where possible keep loader cabin clean from dust use respiration mask when necessary Safety frame ROPS and safety canopy FOPS The loader is equipped with a Rolling Over Protective Structure ROPS and a Falling Object Protective structure FOPS These safety structures are important parts of operator safety and they must be fitted on the machine Safety frame ROPS protects th...

Page 11: ...n will seriously damage the electric system of the engine and may cause sparks fire or even explosion of the battery If a fuse is blown repeatedly find out the cause Always use fuses with correct rating Read the instructions for jump start see page 58 Fire prevention Clean the loader to avoid build up of flammable debris such as dust leaves hay straw etc There are many parts of the diesel engine t...

Page 12: ...in this manual is excluded 3 Avant Tecno Oy accepts no responsibility for interruption to working or any other consequential losses resulting from any failure of the product 4 Only Avant Tecno Oy approved replacement or original quality parts shall be used during routine maintenance 5 Any damage caused by the use of incorrect fuel lubricants cooling liquid or cleaning solvents is excluded 6 The Av...

Page 13: ...ial number of the loader is printed on the type plate which also indicates the loader model Location of engine serial number can be found in the Operator s manual of the engine Dealer ____________________________________________________ Contact information _________________________________________ ________________________________________ Loader identification Loader identification plate is located...

Page 14: ... extending 600 mm hydraulically n o p q Attachment coupling plate Attachments are mounted on the attachment coupling plate The locking pins on the plate can be operated manually standard or hydraulically option Auxiliary hydraulics outlet The hydraulic hoses of hydraulically operated attachments are mounted on this outlet The outlet is equipped with the multi connector quick coupling system and is...

Page 15: ...n the surface from dirt dust grease or other material Peel small portion of the decal backing paper and apply exposed adhesive to cleaned surface aligning the decal properly Peel rest of backing paper and press with hands to smooth out the decal The warning labels contain important safety information and they help to identify and remember the hazards related to the equipment Make sure that the fol...

Page 16: ...f the machine before starting operation Operate any machine control or steering wheel only when sitting on the driver s seat Keep hands feet and clothing away from any moving part When coupling an attachment make sure that the locking pins of the attachment coupling plate lock properly down in the holes of the attachment Follow safe stopping procedure or instructions provided in the operator s man...

Page 17: ...55 WARNING Risk of crushing Small gap between tyres of articulat ed loader Do not grip the steering wheel from outside the machine or when getting into the driver s seat to prevent moving of the wheels 5 At loader entry point A411456 WARNING Risk of crushing Keep hands and feet within the driver s area ...

Page 18: ... ROPS FOPS Approval 7 Right panel near driver s seat A43600 Sound pressure level 88 dB A at driver s seat 8 Right panel near driver s seat A411047 Sound power level 101 dB A according to the European directive 2000 14 EC 9 Front panel below driver s seat A415780 Correct type of hydraulic oil ...

Page 19: ...static hydrostatic Pulling force 900 kp 950 kp 1050 kp Drive speed 12 km h 12 km h 19 km h Hydraulic oil tank capacity 36 l 36 l 36 l Hydraulic oil type ISO VG 46 ISO VG 46 ISO VG 46 Auxiliary hydraulics oil flow pressure 34 l min 185 bar 36 l min 200 bar 36 l min 200 bar Turning radius inside outside 995 2050 mm 995 2050 mm 995 2050 mm Max lifting height 2790 mm 2790 mm 2790 mm Max lifting capaci...

Page 20: ...s and dimensions to avoid potential issues with load capacity tire size or bearing load on drive motors Consult your dealer if further information is needed Special tires such as studded wheels may also be available Consult your dealer for further information Engine specification Model 523 528 530 Engine make and type Kubota D902 Kubota D1105 Function 4 stroke 4 stroke Coolant Water Water Number o...

Page 21: ...els Some attachment may work optimally at certain flow level use the graph to estimate correct engine rpm setting Maximum auxiliary hydraulics oil flow can not be used with all attachments Check correct engine rpm and auxiliary hydraulics oil flow of the loader with the help of this graph and the Operator s manual of the attachment NOTICE 523 528 530 ...

Page 22: ...fyouleavetheloader tippingandmax loads are reduced respectively The indicated load is the maximum load that can be loaded on pallet forks and the machine will not tip over i e the weight of the standard pallet fork attachment 90 kg is taken into account Load diagram You can evaluate the load handling capability of the loader with the load diagram shown below and the Rated operating capacity shown ...

Page 23: ...nd level Loader is stationary or driven max 2 km h with smooth and slow control movements Driver 75 kg is seated on the driver s seat Load is distributed evenly on pallet forks with the load centre of gravity at 400 mm from the vertical part of pallet fork arms The weight of the fork attachment is taken into account in the indicated load values Risk of tipping over when handling heavy loads See th...

Page 24: ... 26 10 Switches on the panel Work light option Hydraulic quick attachment option See page 38 Parking brake switch See page 29 Emergency blinker option Windscreen wiper and washer Cab option Beacon option 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Hydraulic rear lift Option Floating hydraulic rear lift Option 2 1 Front rear auxi liary hydraulics selector switch option Drive speed range selection switch Avant 530 See pag...

Page 25: ...illing Push right to lower the tip of the bucket emptying 4b Electric joystick and attachment control switch pack Electric switches on joystick attachment control switch pack option see page 32 electric attachment control option see page 32 Anti slip valve option see page 29 5 Hand throttle lever Push forward to increase engine RPM Pull backward to reduce engine RPM 6 Control lever of auxiliary hy...

Page 26: ...eam headlights on Road traffic light kit only 6 Red Oil pressure low warning Stop engine immediately to avoid severe engine damage Contact service 7 Green Work lights on Work light switch at lower part of dashboard 8 Red Charge indicator Alternator low charging voltage warning Contact service 9 Green Turn signal indicator Road traffic light kit only Cab LX DLX dashboard only Gauges and switches on...

Page 27: ...eater switch and indicator are located on the dashboard Seat belt and seat adjustments Always use seat belt while driving Make sure that the seat is properly adjusted to keep vibrations transmitted by the seat at minimum Long term exposure to vibrations may cause health effects Also as far as possible keep the operating terrain in good condition to minimize vibrations Air suspension seat option fo...

Page 28: ...circuit during maintenance and if any electric insulator is faulty Controls in the footwell Following picture shows the controls located in the footwell 1 Drive pedal left drive backward 2 Drive pedal right drive forward See correct operation of the drive pedals on page 37 Installing of service support The red service support of the boom lift cylinder is located at the tip of the boom behind the a...

Page 29: ...ch Avant 523 528 530 is equipped with a hydraulic parking brake The parking brake is operated with the switch on the control panel right see page 26 On cab LX DLX the switch is located in the panel up right A red indicator on the switch lights up when parking brake is engaged The green backlight under the P is lit all the time The parking brake engages automatically when the engine is stopped The ...

Page 30: ...llow the attachment to follow the contours of the terrain making grading and leveling work easier The boom can move upwards from the position where the boom floating is switched on 1 Lower the boom down With some attachments and work tasks it may be useful to press down the attachment before you switch on the floating 2 Switch on the floating with the switch on the dashboard see page 24 3 Boom flo...

Page 31: ...lt adapter can be mounted between the attachment and the attachment coupling plate It makes it possible to tilt the attachment sideways from the driver s seat Tilt adapter A34148 tilting angle 12 5 Tilt adapter A36505 tilting angle 45 Rotating adapter A424406 continuous 360 Tilt adapter is intended mainly for non hydraulic attachments With the optional double acting extra auxiliary hydraulics outl...

Page 32: ...in its fully engaged position when locked on Even a slightly incorrect position is enough to decrease the effectiveness of the hydraulic system and will cause overheating of the hydraulic oil Adjust the locking plate if needed Joystick with auxiliary hydraulics control buttons option The loader can be equipped as an option with the 6 function joystick where the operation of auxiliary hydraulics is...

Page 33: ...ry hydraulics in the front Quick couplers are located under the multi connector 2 Quick couplers in the rear Quick couplers are located on top of the radiator If the extra auxiliary hydraulic outlets is installed to the rear of the loader the outlet is double acting type To use the extra auxiliary hydraulic outlet The installed extra outlet is controlled with the same lever as the standard auxilia...

Page 34: ...all hitch and a 50 mm ball hitch with towing pin Both can be mounted either directly on the rear bumper or on the extra back weight Max allowed vertical load of the trailer coupling is 6900 N max towing load is 6000 N Make sure that the weight on the trailer is distributed correctly so that the trailer cannot cause an upward lifting force on the trailer coupling Extra counterweights option The loa...

Page 35: ...enclosed spaces or insufficiently ventilated spaces i e open garage door first Engine block heater option The loader can be equipped as an option with an engine block heater The engine block heater socket 220V 240V is on the right side in the rear of the machine To start the engine 2 1 Do not actuate the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time If the engine does not start wait for one minute be...

Page 36: ...e OFF position to the left 3 Release the auxiliary hydraulics pressure see page 41 4 Take off the ignition switch and turn the power off with the battery disconnect switch Prevent any unauthorized use of the loader Stop the engine as soon as possible if you notice any of the following symptoms Find out the cause before restarting The oil pressure warning light turns on during use of the loader A s...

Page 37: ...rain Abrupt control movements can tip the loader over Do not turn the steering wheel quickly when you drive at high travel speed Drive slowly whenever carrying loads driving on inclined or rough terrain or on slippery surfaces Always reduce speed before sharp turns Drive control Driving forward press gently on the right drive pedal until the machine starts to move slowly To drive backward press ge...

Page 38: ...e steering wheel The steering system is hydraulically powered A practical way of steering is to steer with your left hand on the knob of the steering wheel This way your right hand is free to operate other functions Pay attention to other machines and persons that are moving in the area Make sure that there are no persons in the danger zone of the loader and the attachment The danger zone of the l...

Page 39: ...cordance with the instructions in the Operator s Manual Follow the instructions regarding personal protective equipment and safety distances Put the attachment down on the ground and switch off the loader before leaving driver s seat Familiarize yourself with the operation and stopping of the attachment at a safe place Follow the service instructions Check the max allowed hydraulic oil flow for th...

Page 40: ...dropping of an attachment Make sure that the attachment is properly connected on the attachment coupling plate An attachment that comes loose may tip over or fall on the loader causing personal injuries Always ensure that both pins lock properly down in the holes of the attachment Never try to lock the locking pins by using the brackets on the boom when the attachment is lifted over one meter from...

Page 41: ...ff the auxiliary hydraulics 2 Disconnect attachment hoses by pressing on the red button on the multi connector and simultaneously turn the lever away from the machine 3 After ending the operation put the multi connector on its holder on the attachment When fitting an attachment make sure that the hydraulic hoses are not overstretched and not in a position where they can be trapped during the opera...

Page 42: ...t the side of rear frame For side installation two brackets are needed Tie down bracket on wheel hub A423091 Installing of frame lock Always lock the frame lock before transporting or lifting the loader Also remember to remove the frame lock and test the steering of the loader after transport Towing The loader cannot be towed It is equipped with a hydrostatic transmission and a hydraulic parking b...

Page 43: ...emove heavy attachment and possible extra weights from the loader Lower the boom down Mount the frame lock on the machine Follow the instructions given in the operator s manual of the lifting kits for each cab type Never lift a loader with persons riding the machine Lift the loader as smoothly as possible and do not allow it to drop or wobble The following picture shows the principle of lifting a ...

Page 44: ...achines with cab L the tank is located behind the front left wheel and the filler opening is on the footboard Defrosting Demisting Turn heater fan to position 4 Set temperature to warmest possible Direct front vents towards the windows Close other vents Do not drive unless basic visibility in all directions is achieved Allow the loader to warm up properly ROPS canopy Cab L Cab LX Cab DLX ROPS FOPS...

Page 45: ...air filter can be changed from outside the cab under the door on the left side see picture above The cartridge part no 65118 should be changed more often in dusty environment Do not cover the air vent hole in the cab located down in the right rear corner in order that moisture does not condense on the windows Also do not operate the loader without a cab air filter cartridge in place the ventilatio...

Page 46: ...rvice for more information Always follow all instructions regarding the daily inspections maintenance and periodic service of the machine Consult your Avant dealer or Avant service partner if you need more information or professional maintenance services Risk of personal injuries and or equipment breakdown Follow all safety instructions and guidelines regarding safety of work If you are not sure a...

Page 47: ... fluid can cause serious personal injuries and is harmful to the environment Check hydraulic hoses for cracks and wear Follow the wear of the hoses and stop operation if the outer layer of any hose has worn out If there are signs of oil leakage put a piece of cardboard under the probable leakage place in order to find the leakage If you find a fault the hose or the component must be replaced Conta...

Page 48: ...ool before accessing the engine Engine and exhaust parts may be extremely hot after use Service engine AVANT 523 528 530 is equipped with a Kubota diesel engine Service and maintenance instructions for the engine can be found in the Kubota Operator s Manual supplied with the loader If there is conflicting information between this manual and the engine manual follow the instructions of this Operato...

Page 49: ... x 10 Check of articulation points x x 11 Check of drive motors mounting x x 12 Control of parking break x x 13 Lights and blinkers function check x x 14 Tire pressure check x x 15 Engine test and check for vibrations x x 16 Drive motor functionality test x x 17 Steering check x x 18 Boom operation check x x 19 Battery charge check x x 20 Visual inspection of wire harness x x 21 Measurement and ad...

Page 50: ...fuel Add recommended type of diesel fuel from a clean container Switch on ignition key of the loader to position ON but do not start Allow the electric pump to circulate fuel for a couple of minutes before you start If you are running low on fuel and operate the loader on tilted ground the loader may stall as fuel flow to the engine may be temporarily interrupted Add fuel to prevent stall on uneve...

Page 51: ...her grease all greasing points Never spray the engine compartment or radiators with a pressure washer Cooling radiators and electric equipment their connectors and insulators and the battery may get damaged Use cool or warm water to wash other parts of the loader Never use hot water above 70ºC Clean cooling systems There are two cooling fans on the loader Hydraulic oil cooler Engine cooler Keep bo...

Page 52: ...ease nipples All lubrication nipples are standard R1 8 nipples Replace any damaged nipples Clean the end of the nipple before greasing and add only a small amount of grease at a time New lubricant will push out dirt from joints Wipe excess grease with a cloth Greasing points are listed in the following table Greasing points pcs A 1 Articulation joint Left side of loader 2 2 Steering cylinder Both ...

Page 53: ...maged the machine must be taken to Avant service for service It is not allowed to repair the ROPS and FOPS 5 Check and tightening of bolts nuts and fittings Check tightness of bolts nuts and hydraulic fittings regularly However do not overtighten tighten hydraulic fittings only if necessary The tightening torque of the wheel nuts is 150 Nm Check the tightness of the pivot pin locking screws Tighte...

Page 54: ... mark when hydraulic system is cold The area highlighted in the adjacent figure shows approximately the acceptable level 2 The second mark on the dipstick indicates the max level of hydraulic oil Oil can reach this level when the hydraulic system is hot Never overfill the hydraulic oil tank Oil can flow over or foam inside the tank There is a breather filter inside the dipstick cap which should be...

Page 55: ...ere is a water separator connected to the fuel lines If water is visible in the cup drain it by turning a small plug on the bottom of the water separator Collect the water and dispose as used oil Close the plug tight 12 Air filter element The engine air filter prevents dust and dirt from entering the engine In dusty operating conditions it may be necessary to clean the air filter element between i...

Page 56: ...e safety instructions regarding handling of the battery on page 10 The battery is sealed and maintenance free meaning that it doesn t need and can t be refilled with water during its lifetime Do not attempt to open the cover of the battery When necessary replace battery with a battery that meets the original specifications Always handle batteries with care and recycle used batteries Inspections af...

Page 57: ...dicator is lit check the 25A fuse of the oil cooler fan Contact Avant service if necessary Jump start and auxiliary power The engine can be started with auxiliary power if necessary by using appropriate strong enough jump start cables 1 Connect first one end of the positive cable to thepositive post of the dead battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive jumper cableto the positive post of the...

Page 58: ... is not included in the filter kit and it needs not to be changed unless it breaks Part no for the water separator filter is 64963 Cab air filter cartridge cab LX and DLX part no 65118 Maintenance and service 3 6 3 2 5 7 4 Avant filters Avant 523 Avant 528 530 1 Air filter 66516 64956 2 Fuel filter 64626 64626 3 Fuel filter pre filter 64657 64657 4 Engine oil filter 64207 64627 5 Hydraulic oil fil...

Page 59: ... in locking position Turn the lever in center neutral position Battery discharged or damaged Jump start with another battery See page 57 then charge the battery or replace if damaged Engine overheats Clogged radiator Clean radiator and fan from engine side Coolant level low Add coolant Leaking cooling system Check coolant pressure reservoir cap for tightness Check cooling system and all hoses and ...

Page 60: ...__________________________________ Date of service dd mm yyyy Operating hours Remarks Serviced by Stamp signature ___ ___ ______ ______ 50 h ___ ___ ______ ______ 450 h ___ ___ ______ ______ 850 h ___ ___ ______ ______ 1250 h ___ ___ ______ ______ 1650 h ___ ___ ______ ______ 2050 h ___ ___ ______ ______ 2450 h ___ ___ ______ ______ 2850 h ___ ___ ______ ______ 3250 h ___ ___ ______ ______ 3650 h ...

Page 61: ...RGEURS CHARGEURS COMPACTS Kategorie ERDBEWEGUNGSGERÄT LADER KOMPAKTLADER Original language Langue d origine Übersetzung des Originaldokuments Translation of the original language Model Modèle Modell Cabin Cabine Kabine Serial Number Numéro de série Seriennummer Year of Manufacture Année de fabrication Baujahr Week of Manufacture Semaine de fabrication Woche der Herstellung Country État Staat Direc...

Page 62: ...ARGEURS COMPACTS Kategorie ERDBEWEGUNGSGERÄT LADER KOMPAKTLADER Original language Langue d origine Übersetzung des Originaldokuments Translation of the original language Model Modèle Modell Cabin Cabine Kabine Serial Number Numéro de série Seriennummer Year of Manufacture Année de fabrication Baujahr Week of Manufacture Semaine de fabrication Woche der Herstellung Country État Staat Directive Dire...

Page 63: ... 63 500 Series Notes ...

Page 64: ...470 YLÖJÄRVI FINLAND Tel 358 3 347 8800 sales avanttecno com www avanttecno com AVANT has a policy of continuing improvement and retains the right to change specifications without notice 2019 AVANT Tecno Oy All rights reserved 0219 ...

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