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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2 - 6

4. MACHINE CONTROLS

(15) E

NGINE THROTTLE LEVER

(1)

Decelerate (

)

Push the lever forwards to reduce the engine speed.

(2)

Accelerate (

)

Pull the lever back to increase engine speed.

(16) LH

CONTROL LOCK LEVER

Pull lever (16) up

Locked:

Pull the lever back to LOCK. This

disables all hydraulic controls

Unlocked:

Push the lever forwards to UNLOCK.

This enables the hydraulic controls.

(17) D

OUBLE SPEED BUTTON

Single speed

Release the button to travel at single speed. Use single
speed on loose or soft ground. Single speed is also
used to load/unload the machine

Double speed

Hold down the button (17) to drive the machine at
double speed. Use double speed on hard, even ground.

Leva acceleratore

(1)

(2)

Leva avanzamento
destra

Bloccata

Sbloccata

Leva blocco comandi

Throttle lever

Locked

Unlocked

Controls lock lever

RH travel lever

HEN GETTING ON OR OFF THE MACHINE

MAKE SURE

THE LEVER IS SET TO

LOCK.

F IT IS SET TO

UNLOCK,

THE UPPER SECTION OF THE

MACHINE MAY SLEW

(

SWING AROUND

)

AND CAUSE

SERIOUS ACCIDENTS

WARNING

NEVER use double speed when loading or
unloading the machine.

WARNING

Summary of Contents for IHI 12VXE

Page 1: ...Menzi Muck AG Telefon 41 0 71 727 12 12 9451 Kriessern Switzerland Fax 41 0 71 727 12 13 www menzimuck com info menzimuck com Operator s manual Menzi IHI 12vxe ...

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Page 3: ...ck Travel gear reducer oil change Hydraulic plant fluid and filter change SERVICE REGISTER SPACE RESERVED FOR REGISTERING SCHEDULED SERVICES Determine the service schedule from the scheduled service table and indicate the type of work to be done SERVICE or REPAIR indicate in the notes fill in all other fields JOB N 1 SERVICE JOB notes _______________________________________________________________...

Page 4: ...____________________________________ STAMP AND SIGNATURE DONE AT HOURS ________ DATE _________________ _____________________________ JOB N 4 SERVICE JOB notes ____________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________...

Page 5: ...____________________________________ STAMP AND SIGNATURE DONE AT HOURS ________ DATE _________________ _____________________________ JOB N 8 SERVICE JOB notes ____________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________...

Page 6: ...____________________________________ STAMP AND SIGNATURE DONE AT HOURS ________ DATE _________________ _____________________________ JOB N 12 SERVICE JOB notes ____________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________...

Page 7: ...s with the provisions noise emission in the environment by equipment for use outdoors directive 2000 14 EC and the regulations transposing it into national law Machine category Hydraulic excavator annex I n 20 Conformity assessment procedure followed internal control of production with assessment of technical documentation and periodical checking annex VI 1st procedure The notified body ECO S p A ...

Page 8: ... 12 Satisfacenlasiguentedirectriz 13 Cumplenles normas armonizadas 14 Direccion Data 15 Nombre 16 Puesto GERMAN Ubersetzung 1 EG KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG Direktive2006 42 EG NachtragII 1A 2 Hersteller 3 Adresse 4 Technische Datei erstellt von Technischer Leiter IHIMERS p A 5 Adresse 6 Erklärt hiermit dass die Maschine Kategorie bagger 7 Typ 8 Seriennummer 9 InstallierteNutzleitung 10 Konform ist mit ...

Page 9: ...s manual Given that not all the contents of this manual may be understood on a first reading read it again until you have acquired a certain skill as operator Experience in operating the machine in real conditions and under supervision will complement the information given in this manual The illustrations in this manual are intended above all to draw your attention to hazards Some of the illustrat...

Page 10: ...LICS FOR SPECIAL ACTUATORS 2 17 2 9 MOVING THE MACHINE 2 19 2 10 RETRACTING EXPANDING THE CARRIAGE 2 22 2 11 LOWERING THE ARM WHEN THE ENGINE IS OFF 2 23 2 12 TOWING 2 23 2 13 LIFTING THE MACHINE 2 24 2 14 LOADING AND UNLOADING THE MACHINE 2 25 2 15 PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING RUBBER TRACKS 2 26 2 16 DRIVING THROUGH LOW OPENINGS 2 27 2 17 PARKING THE MACHINE 2 28 2 18 EMERGENCY STOP 2 28 3 MAINTENANCE ...

Page 11: ...DRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAM 5 1 HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT DIAGRAM 5 1 6 ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT DIAGRAM 6 1 ELECTRIC SYSTEM DIAGRAM 6 1 7 SPECIFICATIONS 7 1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 7 1 7 2 DIMENSIONS OF MACHINE 7 3 7 3 WORK AREA 7 4 7 4 WEIGHT DIAGRAM RANGE HEIGHT 7 6 ...

Page 12: ...y cause injury or death A potentially hazardous situation which may result in slight or moderate injury May also be used to notify the operator and prevent damage to the machine or its parts We have made every effort to prevent accidents when operating the machine however we cannot be held responsible for all possible types of danger in all possible situations The owner and operator of the machine...

Page 13: ...ION 1 TO ENSURE SAFETY FOLLOW THE BASIC RULES The knowledge experience and ability of the operator are the most important factors in the safe operation of the machine it is therefore important that the operator have read and understood the instruction and have been trained 2 QUALIFIED OPERATORS The driving and operation of hydraulic excavators must be entrusted to specialised and trained operators...

Page 14: ... damage the manual the plates or stickers contact your dealer for new copies 4 HEALTH Take special care of your mental and physical health and note that the operator of a complicated machine should be physically fit NEVER operate the machine under the influence of alcohol medicines or drugs of any kind 5 SNUG FITTING WORK CLOTHES Your work clothing must be snug without lose sleeves rings or other ...

Page 15: ...at everything is OK only because it was all OK yesterday evening Before starting carefully check the excavator for signs of wear and defects 8 MAKE A WORK PLAN Before starting work carefully inspect the work area If there are any obstacles or hazards notify all affected persons of their presence Avoid overlooking anything that may cause an accident Prepare a work plan and procedures and inform you...

Page 16: ...rk area and identify any hazards Do not operate the machine close to a drop Given that the machine is not designed for use in explosive atmospheres NEVER operate it inside a tunnel or explosive area to prevent the risk of explosion The machine is not roadworthy and must be used only on the worksite if necessary it must be moved to other areas by truck 11 KEEP YOU REYES OPEN Keep your eyes open bef...

Page 17: ...easures 13 DO NOT TAMPER WITH THE ROPS TOPS Do not tamper with the rops tops unless instructed to do so by the installation manual Welding drilling or cutting the frames can weaken them and degrade their protection The rops tops cannot be repaired if damaged but must be replaced 1 2 GETTING ON AND OFF THE MACHINE 1 TAKE CARE WHEN GETTING ON AND OFF THE MACHINE When getting on and off the machine A...

Page 18: ...gine Check the condition of the seat belt and fittings Fasten the seat belt Adjust the seat for your comfort 1 4 STARTING THE ENGINE 1 MAKE SURE TO ALWAYS start the engine when seated and following the procedure given in this manual If a DO NOT OPERATE label is on the starter or controls do not start the engine or operate the controls NEVER short circuit the starter or battery terminals Wrong Righ...

Page 19: ...aulic fluid is up to temperature BEFORE starting work While the fluid is heating up the operator must check the operation of the machine and whether it needs servicing Remember hydraulic equipment is operated by the flow of fluid through its circuit If you hear a high pitched grinding noise this means that the pump is insufficiently lubricated due to cavitation which may be due to the use of too d...

Page 20: ...If you are angry do not operate the levers angrily Operating the machine angrily is hazardous 3 OBSERVE THE FOLLOW PRECAUTIONS TO WORK SAFELY Do not read Do not drink Do not eat Give your entire attention to the work you are engaged in If distracted by anything it is far better to stop the machine 4 OPERATE THE MACHINE FROM A SEATED POSITION NEVER operate the machine unless when seated at the driv...

Page 21: ...or unsupervised ALWAYS lower the load bucket to the ground Wrong Wrong Electric shock Wrong Wrong IF THE MACHINE CONTACTS AN UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL CABLE BY ACCIDENT REMAIN SEATED ON THE MACHINE UNTIL THE ARM IS LONGER IN CONTACT WITH IT OR THE CURRENT IT CARRIES HAS BEEN SHUT OFF IF YOU HAVE TO ABANDON THE MACHINE IN SUCH CONDITIONS JUMP OFF IT WARNING CONTACT WITH ELECTRICAL LINES MAY BE FATAL A...

Page 22: ...S 8 LEAVE CLEARANCE AT THE BACK OF THE MACHINE Make sure there is sufficient clearance for the machine to turn The operator tends to forget about the clearance required behind the machine Before turning the machine make sure there are no obstacles or persons at the rear of the machine 9 NOTICES INDICATING NO ACCESS FOR WORKERS Prevent anyone approaching the machine s radius of action Do not slew t...

Page 23: ...inside the cab and is out of the unloading area 11 ALWAYS KEEP AN EYE ON THE BUCKET AND LOAD While operating the machine ALWAYS keep a close eye on the bucket load Moving the bucket load carelessly can cause serious injury and damage If you have to look away from the bucket load stop the machine 12 IMPACT DAMAGE TO THE HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS Take care not damage the hydraulic cylinders as this can be...

Page 24: ...xcavator is single person machine and only one person may be at the controls at any time Do not transport persons or allow them to climb up while the machine is working 15 MOVE THE BUCKET WITH CAUTION When the bucket is loaded and moves towards the excavator s cab reduce speed and operate the bucket carefully to prevent the load falling onto the cab Right Wrong Wrong Wrong ...

Page 25: ...E THE DIGGING TOOLS TO FULL STROKE If the cylinder rods are extended to full stroke the cylinder is overloaded and the machine will suffer Operate the machine in such a way as to avoid extending the pistons fully When the hydraulic pistons are fully extended operate with care 19 THINGS NOT TO DO WHEN OPERATING THE MACHINE Never get into extreme circumstances and remember IT S THE LAST STRAW THAT B...

Page 26: ... CHECK THE CONDITION OF THE RIVER BED BEFORE FORDING A WATER COURSE Before fording a river measure the depth of the water and check the bed for holes bumps and other hazards as follows First measure the depth of the water Stop the machine and slew the bucket under water to check for obstacles and bumps Lower the bucket to measure the depth of the water and check for holes 23 DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXI...

Page 27: ...er the shovel and check that it is firmly in contact with the ground Make sure that the ground is flat do not do this on uneven broken ground Do not raise the chassis using the shovel in this way You may lower the shovel as a stabilizer until the tracks behind the shovel raise slightly 26 KEEP THE SHOVEL IN THE CORRECT POSITION When digging deep do not raise the shovel until it contacts the arm or...

Page 28: ...hine is used to break materials things may be thrown against the front of the machine It is advisable to use the front protection in such circumstances If it is not fitted such objects can cause injury or even death The front protection is an optional accessory Contact your local dealer 29 FOPS TOP PROTECTION PROTECTS THE OPERATOR AGAINST FALLING OBJECTS When working under a drop or knocking down ...

Page 29: ...STABILITY DURING SLEWS BEWARE OF TIPPING OVER If the bucket is heavily loaded slew it as slowly and close to the machine as possible Take care and be ready to prevent the machine tipping over if the bucket is trapped by an underground obstacle CAREFULLY FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS for operating not only the bucket but also other tools 32 DO NOT UNDERMINE THE MACHINE Do not dig too close to the machine...

Page 30: ... tip the machine over due to inertia Take special care on slopes where the machine is operating at its limits In such conditions retract the arm reduce the slew radius and operate the machine very slowly 35 PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LONG ARM The following precautions must be observed when using the long arm 1 Do not use improper i e unspecified combinations of arm and bucket 2 Do not use the hamm...

Page 31: ...Using a long digger arm reduces the machine s stability Using this accessory reduces the bucket s effective capacity When using the long arm check the condition of the ground and reduce working speed accordingly 2 Selecting the bucket The larger the bucket the less stable the machine so when using a bigger bucket take special care in relation to the condition of the ground and working speed 3 NEVE...

Page 32: ... manufacturer Move the load gently and smoothly to prevent damaging the machine or injuring anyone BEFORE LIFTING A LOAD ALWAYS REFER TO THE LOADING SHEET POSTED IN THE OPERATOR S CAB Attention if the machine is not levelled it can tip over To prevent this always use short harnesses to prevent the load swinging about 39 CHECK THE HARNESS ROPES AND EQUIPMENT Before loading the materials ALWAYS ensu...

Page 33: ... the machine tip over When lifting the machine the tracks must be parallel or angled 90 toi the direction of the arm s point of contact Raise by the smallest amount possible 41 POSITION THE ARM VERTICALLY Do not attempt to lift the front of the machine with the arm or bucket cylinder completely extended Position the arm vertically 42 DO NOT USE THE BUCKET TO PULL POLES OUT OF THE GROUND Do not use...

Page 34: ...YS look out for overhead obstacles and make sure that there is enough clearance at the sides when travelling If the operator cannot directly check the clearance form his position he must use an assistant on the ground for this 3 TAKE SPECIAL CARE IN RESTRICTED AREAS NEVER move the machine in the presence of other people ALWAYS maintain a safety clearance around the machine In restricted areas plac...

Page 35: ...rds side of the machine 5 NEVER STEER ON SLOPES NEVER STEER on sloping or unstable ground doing so can tip the machine over NEVER drive across slopes When working on sloping ground always drive the machine in line with the slope up or down the slope Take great care when driving on icy ground as the machine may slip 6 ALWAYS CHECK THAT BRIDGES ARE SAFE TO DRIVE OVER Always check that capacity of ev...

Page 36: ... drive with the drive wheel at the rear especially over long distances This increases the service life of the machine s undercarriage 9 UTILIZE MATS AT A SPECIAL JOB SITE Use mats made of lumbers to support the machine on the soft ground or in a marsh Use the clean and level mats for safe operation Remember that the mats cannot support the machine in every condition Carefully check the job site fi...

Page 37: ...ecially on uneven loose ground 1 8 TOWING 1 TOWING THE MACHINE If the machine gets stuck in soft ground and cannot be freed without outside help a towing machine can be attached with a harness to the towing hook NEVER tow the machine sideways as the hook may fail and cause damage or injury 2 USE THE TOWING HOOK PROPERLY Always use the towing hook for pulling small loads The towing hook is rated fo...

Page 38: ...on the ramps Do not raise the arm too far when loading unloading the machine 2 DO NOT LOAD UNLOAD THE MACHINE WITHOUT RAMPS IT CAN TIP OVER NEVER use the arm for loading unloading the machine Doing so is extremely dangerous ALWAYS make sure that the ramp is long and strong enough to support the machine length and weight 3 TRANSPORT Secure the machine to the truck with steel rope and other equipmen...

Page 39: ...ou cannot avoid parking on a slope ALWAYS lower the bucket and shovel to the ground downslope of the machine as shown in the figure and block the machine 3 PARKING ON THE ROAD If the machine must be parked on a road always place barriers banners lights and notices to warn motorists of the fact 4 LEAVING THE MACHINE UNSUPERVISED When leaving the machine unsupervised ALWAYS lower the arm lay the bla...

Page 40: ...ve levers with labels These labels should only be removed by persons aware of the situation and able to ensure that safety rules are fully observed 3 KEEP THE MACHINE CLEAN Keep the machine clean Remove all dirt ad grease from the cab check the equipment and clean the windows Do not leave flammable materials in the machine s work area 4 SET THE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TO THE CORRECT VALUE Qualified per...

Page 41: ...may fall if the control levers are actuated accidentally If the window is missing or broken replace it immediately 7 SUPPORT THE UNDERCARRIAGE WHEN WORKING UNDER THE TRACKS NEVER ALLOW ANYONE to work on the undercarriage if it is raised but not securely locked Check that the machine is supported on securely placed blocks Never leave the machine raised on the arm alone Post a notice DANGER DO NOT T...

Page 42: ...cid burns the skin and can result in blindness in contact with the eyes In case of contact with the acid rinse it off the skin with abundant water To neutralise the acid apply bicarbonate of sodium If the acid comes into contact with the eyes rinse abundantly with water and get immediate medical attention When servicing the battery remember that a highly explosive mix of hydrogen and oxygen forms ...

Page 43: ...in make sure that all connections have been tightened down and all lines and fittings are in good condition Fluid leaks from small holes can be almost invisible Check for leaks with absorbent paper or a piece of wood do not use your bare hands If hit by pressurised hydraulic fluid seek immediate medical attention the fluid can cause serious reactions on contact 13 NEVER STAND IN LINE WITH THE SAFE...

Page 44: ...HE MACHINE S COOLANT CIRCUIT NEVER OPEN the coolant tank plug while the engine Is running or before it has had time to cool down very hot steam can burst out of it and cause serious burns Wait for the coolant to cool down Open the plug slowly to vent the pressure in the tank Do not touch the engine radiator use a rag or gloves when handling it Do not ingest or inhale coolant or allow it come into ...

Page 45: ...e hazards they warn of in this section Make sure that all safety labels are legible Clean and replace illegible signs When cleaning the labels use a cloth water and soap Do not use solvents or petrol If a label is attached to a part which is to be replaced make sure to affix a new label on the replacement part Location of labels WARNING ...

Page 46: ...he ignition key before leaving the machine unsupervised The sign indicates the hazard of impact or crushing by the upper rotating section of the machine Keep out of the machine s radius of action The sign indicates the hazard of being hit by the machine s tool Keep out of the machine s radius of action The sign indicates the hazard due to moving parts gears belts etc Always switch the machine off ...

Page 47: ...o cool down before removing the plugs The sign indicates the danger of being struck by the track tensioner device cap Read the manual for safe track adjustment instructions DANGER Post a DO NOT TOUCH notice on the starter switch and controls before servicing or repairing the machine Do not start the engine or move the controls when the DO NOT TOUCH or similar notice is posted on the starter switch...

Page 48: ...Tooth 16 TOPS roof 28 Fifth wheel 5 Bucket cylinder 17 Air cleaner 29 Track tensioner 6 Arm 18 Return filter 30 Idle wheel 7 TRack 19 Battery 31 Shovel cylinder 8 Large arm cylinder 20 Hydraulic Oil Tank 32 Shovel 9 Large arm 21 Hydraulic pump 33 Shovel extensions 10 Arm cylinder 22 Travel gearmotor 34 Control panel 11 Arm slew cylinder 23 Rotary coupling 12 Fuel tank 24 Driving plate ...

Page 49: ... 22 LH lever 13 Buzzer 23 RH lever 14 Engine starter 24 Travelling pedals 15 Engine throttle lever 25 Arm slew control button 16 Control locking lever 26 Carriage expand button 17 Double speed button 27 Operator seat 18 LH travel lever 28 Control panel 19 RH travel lever 29 Fuel tank 20 Auxiliary hydraulic pedal 30 Engine hatch ...

Page 50: ...tify the cause of the pressure drop 2 BATTERY CHARGE WARNING LAMP The lamp turns on and the buzzer sounds to indicate that the battery is delivery power If they do not go off when the engine starts there is a fault in the charging circuit 3 GLOWPLUGS WARMING LAMP The lamp stays on together with the buzzer while the glowplugs are preheating They turn on when the key is turned to PREHEAT and turn of...

Page 51: ...in the tank The number of bars illuminated indicates the fuel level Top up when the level bars are in the red and the reserve warning lamp 5 turns on 10 ENGINE WATER TEMPERATURE Indicates the coolant temperature At starting only the first bars are illuminated The temperature is normal when the gauge is in the green If the bars in the green zone are all on reduce engine speed and wait for a few bar...

Page 52: ...ns automatically to ON when released from START START Turn the key to this position to start the engine When the key is released it return to ON HEAT In cold weather preheating facilitates starting the engine This is not necessary if the engine is already warm When the key is turned to HEAT the glowplugs heat up Do not do this for more than 10 seconds The glowplugs can burn if the key is kept to H...

Page 53: ...on to travel at single speed Use single speed on loose or soft ground Single speed is also used to load unload the machine Double speed Hold down the button 17 to drive the machine at double speed Use double speed on hard even ground Leva acceleratore 1 2 17 Leva avanzamento destra Bloccata Sbloccata Leva blocco comandi Throttle lever Locked Unlocked Controls lock lever RH travel lever WHEN GETTIN...

Page 54: ...ER SHOVEL OPERATION BUTTON 26 NOT DEPRESSED Lower shovel Push the lever forwards to lower the shovel Raise shovel Pull the lever back to raise the shovel Trasferimento in avanti Trasferimento indietro Sbloccato Bloccato Leva controllo lama espansione carro 26 Abbassa lama Alza lama Forwards travel Backwards travel Sprocket Forwards travel Backwards travel Shovel Locked Unlocked Lower shovel Raise ...

Page 55: ...1 Lower arm Push lever forwards 2 Raise arm Pull lever back 3 Bucket dump Move lever to right 4 Bucket dig Move lever to left to close the bucket 5 STOP The lever returns to the center stop when released The arm and bucket can be operated together For example to lower the arm and dump the bucket at the same time push the lever forwards to the right 24 TRAVELLING PEDALS The pedals can be used to tr...

Page 56: ... to the travel levers and pedals To adjust the seat forwards back Pull and hold the lock lever to the right and adjust the seat position Release the lever to lock the seat in position SEATBELTS 1 Make sure the belt 1 is not twisted and fit the lock 2 onto the buckle 3 Always make sure it has engaged properly 2 Push PRESS on the buckle and release the belt THE SEAT CAN BE ADJUSTED AT THE BEGINNING ...

Page 57: ...ed by a linkage which slides in a guide with two detents which automatically engage when the hatch is opened When closing the hatch the linkage must be disengaged manually For routine daily maintenance simply open the hatch to the first detent with the LH controls lock lever and control panel raised The hatch can only be opened fully to the second detent when the LH controls lock lever and control...

Page 58: ...required by the lubrication schedule Make sure the bushings and pins of all cylinders are lubricated Checks before starting the engine Check the hydraulic fluid engine oil coolant and fuel levels For these checks see the section Daily checks in this manual Access to the driving seat Make sure the control lock lever is up unlocked Clean mud and dirt off you boots to guard against slipping Climb up ...

Page 59: ...EMPERATURE 1 Repeat the procedure given in points 1 and 4 of the paragraph STARTING AT NORMAL TEMPERATURE 2 Turn the key to HEAT to preheat the interior of the engine After around 15 seconds the glowplug preheating lamp turns off This indicates that the engine is ready to be started 3 Repeat the procedure given in points 5 and 7 of the paragraph STARTING AT NORMAL TEMPERATURE Leva acceleratore 1 2...

Page 60: ...uit 8 Start the engine of the machine giving the jump start 9 Wait for two minutes to allow the battery of the machine being started to charge up a bit 10 Try starting the engine of the machine See Starting the engine in this manual 11 Once the engine has started disconnect the cables in reverse order first the black chassis cable then the opposite black terminal on the functioning machine then th...

Page 61: ...mp control lever Operate the bucket lever for 10 15 seconds then return it to the neutral position for 10 seconds 3 Run the engine at full speed for a further 5 minutes while operating the bucket lever at the dump position This enables the oil to reach dump pressure and heat it more quickly 4 One at a time operate all controls so that the hot oil circulates in all cylinders and hoses 5 Keep an eye...

Page 62: ...cia ARM 1 Dentro 2 Fuori Leva operativa Sinistra 1 Dentro 2 Fuori SLEW TURRET Leva operativa Sinistra 2 Rotazione sinistra 1 Rotazione destra Rotazione sinistra 2 Rotazione destra 1 SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE AND LOWER THE ARM AND BUCKET TO THE GROUND BEFORE LEAVING THE MACHINE UNSUPERVISED Raise Lower RH control lever Lower Raise RH control lever Release Dig Release Dig In Out LH control lever In Out ...

Page 63: ...Abbassa 1 Alza 2 Abbassa EXPANSION Espansione carro 1 Espandi carro Retrai carro Press button 1 then expand retract the carriage with the lever 1 Retratto 2 Espanso SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE AND LOWER THE ARM AND BUCKET TO THE GROUND BEFORE LEAVING THE MACHINE UNSUPERVISED Arm slew button R Slew right Slew left Right pivot turn Left pivot turn Lower Raise Lower Raise Expand carriage Retracted Expanded...

Page 64: ...ORK OR SPECIAL ACTUATOR APPLICABLE TO THE MACHINE S BODY CONSULT WITH YOUR LOCAL DEALER PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING SPECIAL ACTUATORS AND INTERCHANGEABLE EQUIPMENT WHEN USING INTERCHANGEABLE EQUIPMENT MAKE SURE THE EQUIPMENT S OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL EXPRESSLY ALLOWS USING THE MODEL OF THE MACHINE WITH WHICH THE EQUIPMENT IS BEING USED 12VXE EXCAVATOR IN ANY CASE IT IS ADVISABLE TO CONTACT THE...

Page 65: ...edal to activate the actuator Activate port A press the pedal 2 to the left to pressurize port A Activate port B press the pedal 2 to the right to pressurize port B NOTE When the PTO is out of service ALWAYS close the pedal guard 2 to lock it out WARNING The single action hoses are located on both sides of the small arm see diagram Sbloccato Bloccato Pedale ausiliari 2 1 Valvola di commutazione Po...

Page 66: ...ARDS travel Pull both levers 3 gradually back The machine will travel in the direction of the drive motors 1 Leva acceleratore 2 Leva blocco comandi 2 Leva blocco comandi 3 Leve avanzamento LH travel lever RH travel lever Travel levers Sprocket Shovel Forwards travel Backwards travel Leva blocco comandi Controls lock lever Throttle lever Forwards travel Backwards travel Controls lock lever TO PREV...

Page 67: ... to turn right when travelling backwards PIVOT TURN Warning Only do this if strictly necessary 1 Left pivot turn Push the RH lever 1 forwards and the LH lever 2 back This results in a fast turn to the left without moving 2 Right pivot turn Push the LH lever 2 forwards and the RH lever 1 back This results in a fast turn to the right without moving Steer forwards Steer backwards TURN LEFT TURN RIGHT...

Page 68: ... 110 9 0 1 1 0 20 30 cm 20 30 cm Travel levers Travel pedals Double speed button P RH travel lever WRONG RIGHT DO NOT CHANGE THE TRAVEL SPEED WHEN DRIVING DOWNHILL NEVER USE DOUBLE SPEED WHEN LOADING OR UNLOADING THE MACHINE WARNING Lower the engine speed when working in restricted spaces or passing over a drain Do not change the travel speed when driving downhill When driving on sloping ground ma...

Page 69: ...he lever back 3 When the carriage is expanded slide out the shovel extensions on both side of the shovel To do this slide out the pin 1 after having removed the split pin and pull out the extensions Refit the pin to lock the extensions and fit the split pin again When the carriage is retracted restore the extensions to the retracted position and secure them Contrazione carro Espansione carro Leva ...

Page 70: ...rear axle to tow it Use a rope with load rating of at least 4000 kg 1 3 2 Cavo di traino Gancio di traino Tow hook Tow rope IF YOU SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE OR EXPERIENCE A HYDRAULICS MALFUNCTION WITH THE ARM RAISED SAFE THE MACHINE BY LOWERING THE ARM TO THE GROUND MAKE SURE THE AREA IS CLEAR BEFORE LOWERING THE ARM MANUALLY CLEAR THE AREA OF ACTION OF THE ARM OF UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS WARNING NOT TOWI...

Page 71: ...e the operator must not be seated at the controls of the machine 8 Lift the machine a few centimetres off the ground and check that it is well balanced Lifting ropes 2 ropes Length 2 65 m Lifting ropes 1 rope Length 1 4 m Lifting attachment ring on arm Lifting attachment ring on shovel LIFTING THE MACHINE INCORRECTLY CAN CAUSE DAMAGE INJURY AND DEATH USE ADEQUATE STEEL ROPES AND EQUIPMENT FOR LIFT...

Page 72: ...trol lock lever to LOCK 3 Turn the ignition key to OFF and remove it 4 Fix the tracks and secure the machine to the load bed with chains or steel rope as shown in the figure Fissaggio con catene o cavi in acciaio e fasce di protezione Secure with chains or steel rope and protective straps Chocks Chocks Maximum 15 Width of ramps IF THE TURRET MOVES UNEXPECTEDLY IT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ACCIDENTS WARNIN...

Page 73: ...arries and sharp rocks river beds or paths crossed by wooden slats metal bars and waste material edges and corners of metal and concrete objects fire and other sources of heat driving in contact with cement flooring and walls 3 Clean any diesel hydraulic fluid and grease off the tracks with a rag 4 Do not turn the machine quickly on the tracks 5 If the machine is not used for a long time more than...

Page 74: ...N OF THE TOPS 1 Park the machine on flat ground and stop the engine 2 Remove the first pin 1 after having removed the split pin 3 Hold the top section in place by pushing it towards the front of the machine and remove the second pin 1 4 Swing the top section completely down Start the machine pass through the low opening then restore the TOPS structure by following procedure in reverse order Perno ...

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