Hitachi ZX27U-2, Operator'S Manual

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CONTENTS
MACHINE NUMBERS
SAFETY
Recognize Safety Information ............................ S-1
Understand Signal Words................................... S-1
Follow Safety Instructions................................... S-2
Prepare for Emergencies.................................... S-2
Wear Protective Clothing .................................... S-3
Protect Against Noise ......................................... S-3
Inspect Machine.................................................. S-3
Tidy Up Inside Operator’s Space........................ S-4
Use Handholds and Steps.................................. S-4
Adjust the Operator’s Seat.................................. S-5
Ensure Safety Before Rising From or
Leaving Operator’s Seat............................... S-5
Fasten Your Seat Belt......................................... S-5
Move and Operate Machine Safely .................... S-6
Operate Only from Operator’s Seat.................... S-7
Jump Starting...................................................... S-7
Keep Riders Off Machine.................................... S-7
Precautions for Operations................................. S-8
Investigate Job Site Beforehand......................... S-9
Protect Against Falling Stones and Debris....... S-10
Provide Signals for Jobs Involving
Multiple
Numbers of Machines ................... S-10
Confirm Direction of Machine to be Driven....... S-10
Drive Machine Safely........................................ S-11
Avoid Injury from Rollaway Accidents .............. S-13
Avoid Injury from Back-Over
and Swing Accidents .................................. S-14
Keep Person Clear from Working Area ............ S-15
Never Position Bucket Over Anyone ................ S-15
Avoid Undercutting ........................................... S-15
Avoid Tipping .................................................... S-16
Never Undercut a High Bank............................ S-16
Dig with Caution................................................ S-17
Operate with Caution ........................................ S-17
Avoid Power Lines ............................................ S-17
Precautions for Lightening................................ S-18
Do Not Use for Craning Operations.................. S-18
Protect Against Flying Debris ........................... S-18
Park Machine Safely......................................... S-19
Handle Fluids Safely – Avoid Fires................... S-19
Safety Transporting .......................................... S-20
Practice Safe Maintenance............................... S-21
Warn Others of Service Work........................... S-22
Support Machine Properly ................................ S-23
Stay Clear of Moving Parts ............................... S-23
Prevent Parts from Flying ................................. S-23
Store Attachments Safely ................................. S-24
Prevent Burns ................................................... S-24
Replace Rubber Hoses Periodically................. S-25
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids .............................. S-25
Prevent Fires .................................................... S-26
Evacuating in Case of Fire................................ S-28
Beware of Exhaust Fumes................................ S-28
Beware of Asbestos Dust..................................S-28
Precautions for Welding and Grinding ..............S-29
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines ....S-29
Avoid Applying Heat to Lines
Containing
Flammable Fluids .....................S-29
Remove Paint before Welding or Heating.........S-30
Prevent Battery Explosions ...............................S-30
Precautions for Handling Refrigerant................S-31
Handle Chemical Products Safely ....................S-31
Dispose of Waste Properly................................S-32
SAFETY SIGNS
...........................................S-33
COMPONENTS NAME
............................... 1-1
OPERATOR’S STATION
Pedals, Levers and Monitor Panel ...................... 1-2
Key Switch........................................................... 1-4
Switch Panel........................................................ 1-4
Monitor Panel ...................................................... 1-5
Coolant
Temperature Gauge ........................ 1-5
Fuel Gauge ................................................... 1-5
System Failure Indicator ............................... 1-6
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator ....................... 1-6
Overheat Indicator......................................... 1-6
Fuel Level Indicator....................................... 1-6
Alternator Indicator........................................ 1-7
Preheat Indicator........................................... 1-7
Fast Travel Mode Indicator ........................... 1-7
Liquid Crystal display (LCD),
Display Selection Switch, and Set Switch..... 1-8
How to Operate Trip Meter.................................. 1-9
Auto-Idle Switch (Except ZX27U
-2
) ................... 1-11
Air Conditioner Operation.................................. 1-12
Tips for Air Conditioner Usage .......................... 1-14
Radio (Cab Equipped Machines) ...................... 1-15
AM/FM Radio Operation ................................... 1-16
Cab Door Release lever
(Cab-equipped
machines)........................... 1-18
Opening/Closing Cab Front Window
(Cab-equipped
machines) ......................... 1-19
Adjusting Operator’s Seat ................................. 1-20
Tool and Operator’s manual Boxes .................. 1-20
Emergency Exit (Cab-equipped machines) ...... 1-21
Seat Belt (Optional) ........................................... 1-22
Cab Light (Cab-equipped machines) ................ 1-22
BREAK-IN
Breaking in New Machine ................................... 2-1
OPERATING THE ENGINE
Before Starting Engine ........................................ 3-1
Starting Engine.................................................... 3-2
Starting in Ordinary Temperature ................. 3-2
Starting in Cold Weather............................... 3-3
Check Machine After Starting Engine ................. 3-4