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OPERATION

• Avoid traveling by setting one track on a

slope or projecting portion and the other

track on a ﬂat surface (with the machine at

a tilt of 10° or more). Travel with both

tracks set on ﬂat surfaces.

• Do not change directions when the tracks

are slack as shown in the ﬁgure.

HANDLING RUBBER TRACKS

Summary of Contents for TL230

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Page 2: ...ration inspection and maintenance of this machine can cause injury or death Read and understand this manual before performing any operation inspection or maintenance on this machine Always store this...

Page 3: ...ION indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which if not avoided could result in minor moderate injury IMPORTANT The word IMPORTANT is used to alert operators and maintenance personnel about situa...

Page 4: ...artment for storing this manual is provided at the position shown on the diagram below Type A Type B Type C 1 Insert the ignition key and turn it counterclockwise to open the cover 1 2 After using the...

Page 5: ...ow engine noise and exhaust emissions Electronic control of auxiliary hydraulic circuit BREAK IN PERIOD When the machine is new operate the machine for the rst 100 hours as indicated on the hour meter...

Page 6: ...manual may not be applicable to your machine The numbers used in the illustration are with circles around them The same numbers appear between the parentheses in the text Example 1 Symbols used in th...

Page 7: ...4 Throttle pedal optional 2 24 Right control lever 2 25 Left control lever 2 25 Accessories 2 26 Air conditioner 2 26 External power socket for EU 2 31 Interior light optional 2 31 Mirrors 2 31 Radio...

Page 8: ...very 100 hours 5 31 Cleaning the water separator 5 31 After the initial 250 hours only for new machines 5 32 Replacing the travel motor gear oil 5 32 Every 250 hours 5 33 Replacing the engine oil and...

Page 9: ...eci cations 7 1 Basic Speci cations 7 2 Machine dimensions 7 4 Operating ranges 7 6 Options 8 1 General precautions 8 2 Safety precautions 8 2 Cautions when installing attachments 8 2 Cautions when op...

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Page 11: ...1 1 SAFETY...

Page 12: ...e when under the adverse in uence of alcohol drugs medication fatigue or insuf cient sleep GENERAL PRECAUTIONS When a problem is found on the machine If any problem noise vibration smell disorder of i...

Page 13: ...ing protection when operating the machine Loud prolonged noise can cause hearing impairments even the total loss of hearing Install a re extinguisher and rst aid kit AG7A005 Be prepared for re and acc...

Page 14: ...s seat AG7A009 Before standing up from the operator s seat lower the bucket to the ground If the lift arms must be left in a raised position engage the lift arm stopper set the safety bar to the lock...

Page 15: ...ughly with non ammable solvent before cutting or welding Remove all trash or debris from the machine Make sure that oily rags or other ammable material are not stored on the machine Handle all solvent...

Page 16: ...tly when working in severe conditions where large amounts of combustible debris are present Engine exhaust systems provide numerous small pockets where ammable debris can gather Even small accumulatio...

Page 17: ...ational state provincial and local regulations dealing with re ghting in effect in your speci c geographic region Ensure that all information necessary for you to immediately contact all sources of he...

Page 18: ...de at the base of the re until the re is completely out or the re extinguisher is empty Only if you can safely do so open the access panels to the machine in the area of the re Failing all attempts to...

Page 19: ...ndling the materials which may contain asbestos take the following precautions Never use compressed air for cleaning Avoid brushing or grinding parts containing asbestos For clean up use a vacuum equi...

Page 20: ...the other parts of the machine Make sure that the optional attachment installed is not contacted with other parts before use Do not use attachments that have not been approved by Takeuchi Doing so ma...

Page 21: ...tor for the locations of buried gas pipes water pipes and power cables If necessary determine what speci c precautions must be taken to insure safety by consulting with the administrator When working...

Page 22: ...e any dirt oil or grease from the engine area to prevent res Clean around the operator s seat and remove any unnecessary object from the machine Perform inspection and maintenance every day AG7A020 Fa...

Page 23: ...king Do not bring combustibles or explosives into the operator s compartment After smoking be sure to tightly close the lid of the ashtray to put out the match or cigarette Do not leave the cigarette...

Page 24: ...area Do not start the engine until you are sure it is safe to start the machine by checking the following items Walk around the machine and warn the person who is servicing the machine or is walking...

Page 25: ...rm up the engine and hydraulic oil Check if all gauges and warning devices are properly working Check for any noises Test the engine speed control Operate each control to ensure they are properly work...

Page 26: ...ator s seat When operating any lever pedal or switch always do it while sitting in the operator s seat Failure to do so could cause serious injury or death Check if the work area is safe and secure be...

Page 27: ...the safety bar will cause the parking brakes of the travel motors to operate and apply the brakes abruptly Do not switch off the ignition switch while traveling Doing so will cause sudden braking and...

Page 28: ...30 cm 8 to 12 in above the ground In emergencies lower the bucket to the ground and stop the machine When traveling on slopes or grades drive slowly in 1st low speed Especially on down slopes slow do...

Page 29: ...eling on snow or on frozen surfaces drive at a low speed and avoid starting stopping or changing directions abruptly In the snowy area the road shoulder and objects placed beside the road are buried i...

Page 30: ...lower the working equipment Sudden lowering or stopping of the working equipment could cause the machine to react and tip over Operate the working equipment carefully especially when the bucket is loa...

Page 31: ...known or believed that the power is shut off and the cables are visibly grounded Use a signal person to give warning if the machine approaches too close to the high voltage electric cables Caution al...

Page 32: ...h limit of tunnels and bridges beforehand to avoid the machine from contact with the ceiling or walls If contacted it could result in a serious accident Do not enter areas where there is soft ground D...

Page 33: ...orrectly or the wire rope being used is inappropriate or not properly inspected It becomes dangerous if the wire rope breaks or becomes disengaged Use a wire rope appropriate for the required tractive...

Page 34: ...ts etc so that the machine can easily be seen even at night to avoid collision with other vehicles Never leave the machine with the engine running or the lift arms raised If the lift arms are left in...

Page 35: ...as the footing should be unstable Lock the cab door after being loaded if applicable Otherwise the door may open during transport Chock the tracks and secure the machine to the truck bed with wire ro...

Page 36: ...s Use the correct tools AG7A065 Do not use damaged or weakened tools or tools designed for other purposes Use tools appropriate for the work involved Replace safety critical parts periodically Replace...

Page 37: ...annot enter Water on electrical parts could cause short circuits or malfunctions Do not use water or steam to wash the battery electronic control components sensors connectors or the operator s compar...

Page 38: ...d stable supports Never get under the machine or working equipment if they are not suf ciently supported This procedure is especially important when working on hydraulic cylinders Precautions when wor...

Page 39: ...und during removal or installation be sure to place it in a stable position Keep off unauthorized persons from the storage place for such object Cautions when refueling AG7A010 Do not smoke or permit...

Page 40: ...s of the machine are hot immediately after the engine is stopped Touching these parts will cause burns The engine coolant hydraulic oil and other oils are also hot and under high pressure Be careful n...

Page 41: ...pressure before working on the hydraulic system Oil may spurt out if caps or lters are removed or pipes are disconnected before releasing the pressure in the hydraulic system Gradually loosen the ven...

Page 42: ...Ask a Takeuchi service agent for repair Never disassemble the track adjuster AG7A087 There is a very strong spring contained in the track adjuster If the track adjuster is accidentally disassembled th...

Page 43: ...tools or any metal objects come into contact with the battery terminals and cause a short circuit Loose battery terminals may result in sparks Be sure to fasten terminals tightly Make sure the batter...

Page 44: ...S ON MAINTENANCE Jump starting with booster cables When starting the engine using the booster cables be sure to connect the cables in the proper order described below Wrongly connected cables can resu...

Page 45: ...ANCE Vibrations operators are subject to According to the results of the tests conducted to determine the vibrations transmitted to the operator by the machine the upper limbs are subjected to vibrati...

Page 46: ...ty signs Review these signs and the operating instructions in this manual with your machine operators Keep the signs clean and legible If any of the safety labels is peeling or damaged and becomes dif...

Page 47: ...1 37 SAFETY SAFETY SIGNS DECALS...

Page 48: ...1 38 SAFETY SAFETY SIGNS DECALS...

Page 49: ...1 39 SAFETY SAFETY SIGNS DECALS...

Page 50: ...1 40 SAFETY SAFETY SIGNS DECALS...

Page 51: ...2 1 CONTROLS...

Page 52: ...ank 3 Canopy 4 Safety bar 5 Front light 6 Lift arm stopper 7 Left control lever 8 Auxiliary hydraulic lines 9 Lift arms 10 Bucket cylinder 11 Bucket 12 Fuel ller cap 13 Lift cylinder 14 Travel motor 1...

Page 53: ...tch 8 Safety bar 9 Seat 10 Auxiliary hydraulic buttons 11 Instrument cluster 12 Float button 13 Horn button 14 Right control lever 15 Ignition switch 16 High ow switch 17 Throttle lever 18 Throttle pe...

Page 54: ...the fuel tank Fill the fuel tank in a well ventilated place with the engine turned off Clean up spilled fuel immediately Do not ll the fuel tank to capacity Allow room for oil expansion Securely tigh...

Page 55: ...edge of it until a click is heard 2 Insert the ignition key and turn it clockwise to lock the engine hood REAR DOOR WARNING When opening the rear door use a stay to securely lock it When opening or cl...

Page 56: ...hen lowering the door be careful not to hit your head or get your hands or feet caught by the door Open the door fully and press it against the catch at the back of the cab to secure it in place The d...

Page 57: ...in to engage the latch Opening from inside 1 Push the release lever 6 to the front to release the latch If the release lever 6 does not work move the emergency unlock lever 9 to the left to release th...

Page 58: ...e handle 4 and slowly lower the door while taking care not to get the hands or feet caught by the door 3 Grasp the handle 3 and rmly pull the door to latch it CAB SIDE WINDOW 1 Grasp the catch 8 relea...

Page 59: ...the glass may break Be careful not to get injured When necessary 1 Pull off the ring A and remove the tip of the rubber wedge 2 Grasp the tip pull and remove the entire rubber wedge 3 Pull the knob B...

Page 60: ...the bucket 2 Lower the lift arms to the ground and stop the engine LIFT ARM STOPPER 3 Align the orientation of the hook 4 on the tip with that of the lock pin 1 4 Support the lift arm stopper 2 by han...

Page 61: ...ft arm stopper 2 4 Sit in the seat fasten the seat belt start the engine and lower the safety bar 5 Raise the lift arms The lift arm stopper 2 disconnects from the cylinder rod 6 Lower the lift arms t...

Page 62: ...p the lever 2 and slide the seat backward or forward to the desired position for operation of machine 2 Release the lever 2 at the desired position to secure the seat Adjustment range 15 positions in...

Page 63: ...ngth SEAT AND SEAT BELT AG7B023 B A 3 Make sure that the belt is not twisted and then insert the tongue plate A into the buckle B of the seat belt until you hear a clicking sound as it locks in place...

Page 64: ...rning lamp This lamp ashes and an alarm is sounded if the engine coolant temperature becomes abnormally high while the engine is running 4 Air cleaner warning lamp This lamp ashes if the air cleaner l...

Page 65: ...ator lamp This lamp ashes if no one is seated in the operator s seat when the ignition switch is on 13 Quick hitch indicator lamp option This lamp lights up when the quick hitch is ready for operation...

Page 66: ...codes are displayed IMPORTANT If an error code appears refer to Error code list and contact a Takeuchi sales or service outlet for help Trip button The trip button 1 is used to switch among displays D...

Page 67: ...codes with the latest code in the left Refer to Error Code List on page 6 9 IMPORTANT If an error code appears immediately stop the operation and contact a Takeuchi sales or service outlet for help 5...

Page 68: ...is running At this position all the electrical equipment is functional START Position for starting the engine When the key is released the switch automatically returns to the ON position ENGINE SHUTDO...

Page 69: ...to a height of 30 cm 12 in or less above the ground 1 Tilt the right control lever forward a little Lift arms lower 2 Depress the oat button while the lever is tilted forward The arm oat indicator lam...

Page 70: ...pressed they turn off when the buttons are released momentary mode Note that the switch A can be also operated in the detent mode in which the switch state alternates between ON and OFF every time the...

Page 71: ...SWITCHES The ow of the auxiliary hydraulic system lines a and b can be set to either one way or two way ow To set to the one way mode press the switch until the built in lamp green lights up to indica...

Page 72: ...d O Off I On FRONT WIPER SWITCH OPTIONAL REAR WIPER SWITCH OPTIONAL IMPORTANT If no washer uid is discharged do not operate the washer Doing so may damage the pump IMPORTANT Operating the wiper with n...

Page 73: ...ile the ignition switch is at ON the lights turn on as follows O Off I Meter light and front lights will be lit SWITCHES TAIL LIGHT SWITCH When this switch is turned while the ignition switch is at ON...

Page 74: ...e serious injury or death Be careful not to touch the control levers and pedal when lowering or raising the safety bar This device is for locking the control levers selector switch detent mode switch...

Page 75: ...cket Refer to Lever pattern on page 3 6 Refer to Operating the working equipment on page 3 12 LEVERS AND PEDAL LEFT CONTROL LEVER Use this lever to move forward and in reverse and to change directions...

Page 76: ...ir conditioner off or turn the temperature control dial clockwise to increase the internal temperature Mist may blow out of the air outlets This is not a malfunction When moist air passes through the...

Page 77: ...roster 2 Condenser 3 Receiver drier 4 Foot outlets 5 Rear outlets 6 Control panel 7 Compressor 8 Air conditioner unit 9 Inner lter 10 Outer lter Control panel 11 Air conditioner switch 12 Temperature...

Page 78: ...ioner O OFF I ON Note To prevent leakage of refrigerant gas from the compressor s seal operate the air conditioner at least once a week regardless of the season Note The air conditioner will not funct...

Page 79: ...radually becomes dirty Switch to the ventilation to ventilate once a comfortable temperature is obtained Excessive cooling can be harmful to your health It is best to keep the air inside the cab only...

Page 80: ...tside of the windows If this happens either turn off the air conditioner or turn the temperature control dial clockwise to increase the internal temperature ACCESSORIES 1 Set the desired temperature b...

Page 81: ...ternal power supply When using be careful not to exceed 12V 5A After use pull out the plug and put the cap 1 on the socket INTERIOR LIGHT OPTIONAL IMPORTANT The battery capacity decreases if the inter...

Page 82: ...the tone Press the button to select low tone The TONE LOW display appears on the LCD Press the button again to select high tone 3 LCD Displays the time the receiving frequency and the operation mode...

Page 83: ...2 AUX button Use this button to choose which to listen to the radio or the external audio source connected to the AUX IN If the external source is chosen the AUX display appears on the LCD ACCESSORIES...

Page 84: ...verwritten If the arrangement of the preset buttons to the corresponding stations is not desirable try the Presetting stations described above ACCESSORIES AUX audio connection Connect a portable audio...

Page 85: ...power 16 W 16 W 4 at 28 8 VDC input 5 W 5 W 4 at 14 4 VDC input Rated output power 14 W 14 W 10 distortion 4 at 28 8 VDC input 3 8 W 3 8 W 10 distortion 4 at 14 4 VDC input Dimensions 178 W x 50 H x 9...

Page 86: ...chment hydraulic lines to the ports a b and T When a hydraulic breaker is installed a Connect the supply circuit to the port a and the return circuit to the port b b Press the selector switch until th...

Page 87: ...auxiliary hydraulic buttons or the slider switch 1 Select the direction of the hydraulic oil ow by operating the ow selector switch C One way ow or two way ow Refer to Flow selector switch on page 2 2...

Page 88: ...cient oil in one way Flow rate 126 L min 33 2 US gpm Rated Pressure 20 6 MPa 2987 psi Operating the high ow system 1 Turn on the high ow switch E green lamp lights up 2 Press the auxiliary hydraulic...

Page 89: ...3 1 OPERATION...

Page 90: ...he machine and holding the handrail to support your weight in a three point secure stance hand and feet Never use the safety bar or control levers as hand holds BEFORE STARTING OPERATION WALK AROUND I...

Page 91: ...it to the ON position and then perform the following inspections All warning lamps ash and an alarm is sounded for 2 seconds The meters also start functioning After 2 seconds only the battery charge w...

Page 92: ...re off 5 Warm up the engine Refer to Warming up the engine on page 3 5 Starting in cold climates WARNING Never use starting uid on this engine as the starting uid could cause an explosion 1 Pull the t...

Page 93: ...t medium speed 1 Run the engine at medium speed with no load for 5 minutes STOPPING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT Do not stop the engine suddenly when operating with heavy loads or at the maximum speed Doing s...

Page 94: ...ng to use This manual explains the operation by using the pattern described below OPERATING THE MACHINE Travel Forward Lift Arms Lower Travel Reverse Lift Arms Raise Left Spin Turn Bucket Rollback Rig...

Page 95: ...3 7 MEMO...

Page 96: ...ulic oil temperature is below 20 C 68 F The proper hydraulic oil temperature during operation is 50 to 80 C 122 to 176 F If operations must be performed at lower temperatures heat up the hydraulic oil...

Page 97: ...ter warming up the engine and machine hydraulic oil perform the checks and inspections described below and repair if necessary OPERATING THE MACHINE 1 Check that the warning lamps and meters are as fo...

Page 98: ...he brakes abruptly Do not switch off the ignition switch while traveling Doing so will cause sudden braking and is dangerous Before backing up visually check for safety to the rear Backing up without...

Page 99: ...ton on the left control lever to switch to 2nd high speed and press it again to return to 1st low speed Pivot turn Turning to the left To turn forward to the left Tilt the left control lever forward t...

Page 100: ...king is achieved when the safety bar is raised OPERATING THE MACHINE OPERATING THE WORKING EQUIPMENT WARNING Before starting operation carefully check which lever pattern you are going to use Make sur...

Page 101: ...e lift arms Pull the right control lever backward Operating the bucket To roll back Tilt the right control lever to the left To dump Tilt the right control lever to the right To oat the lift arms Tilt...

Page 102: ...o not travel or turn with the bucket raised Keep the bucket as low as possible during traveling Travel at a speed appropriate for the operating conditions Travel at low speeds with care in the places...

Page 103: ...ver ll the bucket Do not use the downward force of the bucket to drive piles Do not dig down too deeply at a time Doing so could damage the bucket and the lift arms Do not allow the bucket to bump aga...

Page 104: ...PERATION Do not fully extend the bucket cylinders push the bucket into the ground and move the machine to use the traveling force for digging Doing so could damage the bucket cylinders OPERATING PROCE...

Page 105: ...peed and avoid starting stopping or changing directions abruptly Cautions on using machine in water If the rear of the machine is submerged in water as shown in the gure above it causes the radiator f...

Page 106: ...nd In emergencies lower the bucket to the ground and stop the machine When traveling on slopes or grades drive slowly in 1st low speed Especially on down slopes slow down the engine speed and limit th...

Page 107: ...e engine stops If the engine stops when descending a slope set the left control lever to the neutral position stop the machine then start the engine Do not open the door while traveling on slopes if e...

Page 108: ...nders Scooping OPERATING PROCEDURES Lower the bucket to the ground and set it parallel to the ground or tilt it slightly downward Move the machine forward push the bucket well into the material and sc...

Page 109: ...front edge until it is slightly above the ground surface then back the machine over the load that was just released Back lling With the bucket lowered drive near the hole and tilt the front edge of th...

Page 110: ...k bed Slowly move the machine forward and stop at the position where the bucket is to dump Tilt the bucket forward to release the material in the bucket into the truck bed When the truck bed is lled t...

Page 111: ...t them from falling by engaging the lift arm stopper Before leaving the machine do the following 1 Set the control levers to the neutral position 2 Return the throttle lever to idle the engine at low...

Page 112: ...g and making it impossible for the machine to move Remove all mud and water from the machine body In particular wipe the hydraulic cylinder rod clean to prevent damage to the seal caused by mud or dir...

Page 113: ...e are large numbers of boulders may cause the stones to get caught and damage the tracks or make the tracks come off Do not use the machine on the seashore The salt may corrode the steel core Do not l...

Page 114: ...especially careful on snowy or frozen surfaces in winter as the tracks tend to slip in such conditions Use rubber tracks at temperatures between 25 C to 55 C 14 F to 131 F When storing the rubber tra...

Page 115: ...k on a slope or projecting portion and the other track on a at surface with the machine at a tilt of 10 or more Travel with both tracks set on at surfaces Do not change directions when the tracks are...

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Page 117: ...4 1 TRANSPORT...

Page 118: ...y as the footing should be unstable Lock the cab door after being loaded if applicable Otherwise the door may open during transport Chock the tracks and secure the machine to the truck bed with wire r...

Page 119: ...d speci cations This method is not applicable for the machines with non standard attachments and or optional products because the center of gravity differs according to the attachments and optional pr...

Page 120: ...o prevent the machine from slipping sideways 6 Secure the bucket with a chain or wire rope IMPORTANT Place a wooden block under the bucket to protect the oor from damage caused by the bucket Precautio...

Page 121: ...5 1 MAINTENANCE...

Page 122: ...ler for help Keep the machine clean Clean the machine before performing inspection and maintenance and try to keep it clean Stop the engine before washing the machine Cover the electrical parts so tha...

Page 123: ...om the machine in containers Improperly disposed waste oil can cause environmental harm Follow appropriate laws and regulations when disposing of harmful objects such as oil fuel cooling water coolant...

Page 124: ...iesel fuel To maintain the performance and service life of the engine always use clean and high quality fuel To avoid freezing in cold climates use a diesel fuel that still functions when the temperat...

Page 125: ...000 hrs Travel reduction gear Gear oil API GL 4 SAE 90 Every 500 hrs after the initial 250 hrs Working equipment Lithium based grease EP 2 NLGI No 2 Daily or every 10 hrs Levers When required SERVICE...

Page 126: ...mowers the oil deteriorates more quickly than that used for a usual operation Be sure to replace the hydraulic oil and the return lter elements Failure to replace these in time can lead to damage to t...

Page 127: ...00 hrs after the initial 50 hrs Pilot line lter Element 1551101001 Engine lubrication system Engine oil lter Cartridge K1C020 32430 Every 250 hrs after the initial 50 hrs Fuel system Fuel lter Element...

Page 128: ...041 41 8 Screwdriver 1690220205 replaceable shank 9 L type wrench 1690830019 19 10 Hammer 1690300330 3 4 11 Monkey wrench 1690400250 250 mm 12 Pliers 1690500200 200 mm 13 Hex wrench 1690600500 5 mm 14...

Page 129: ...alternately top bottom left then right or in 2 or 3 times so that they are evenly tightened AG7G009 Classi cation Head width b Size a x pitch Tightening torque General connection points mm mm N m ft l...

Page 130: ...aced periodically When to replace Fuel system Fuel hoses Every 2 years Packing on fuel ller cap Engine Engine oil lter hoses Heater AC systems Heater hoses Air conditioner hoses Hydraulic system Main...

Page 131: ...rts ask your sales or service dealer In addition to the safety critical parts inspect the hydraulic hoses and retighten or replace as necessary When replacing the hydraulic hoses replace the O rings a...

Page 132: ...tial 50 hours only for new machines Replacing the engine oil and the oil lter 5 21 Replacing the hydraulic oil return lter 5 22 Replacing the pilot line lter 5 23 Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt...

Page 133: ...r oil 5 39 Replacing the fuel lter 5 39 Adjusting or replacing the bucket stoppers bolts nuts 5 40 Every 1000 hours Cleaning the engine cooling system 5 42 Replacing the hydraulic oil and cleaning the...

Page 134: ...dy day or if the machine is parked on a slope Before starting the engine look around the machine and clean any combustibles from the surroundings of the engine Also inspect if oil or water is leaking...

Page 135: ...Check for oil leakage from the travel motor 10 Check the canopy cab and guard for damage and loose nuts and bolts 11 Check the rear view mirror and room mirror for dirt damage and angle adjustment 12...

Page 136: ...oolant antifreeze If any coolant antifreeze comes in contact with eyes or skin wash it off with clean water Otherwise it could result in injures DAILY INSPECTION EVERY 10 HOURS Inspection 1 Open the r...

Page 137: ...oblems could arise if the oil level is either too low or too high 3 Tighten the oil ller cap 2 4 Start the engine run it at low idle for about 5 minutes then stop it 5 After about 10 minutes inspect t...

Page 138: ...Fill the fuel tank in a well ventilated place Clean up spilled fuel immediately Do not ll the fuel tank to capacity Allow room for oil expansion Securely tighten the fuel ller cap Use the correct grad...

Page 139: ...o the ground 3 Stop the engine 4 Inspect the oil level using the sight gauge 1 When the oil temperature is about 20 C 68 F The level should be between the upper limit H and the lower limit L If it is...

Page 140: ...MENT 1 Keep the machine con guration as shown in the diagram above lower the working equipment to the ground and then stop the engine 2 Use the grease gun to lubricate the grease ttings 3 Wipe off the...

Page 141: ...he oil ller cap 2 4 Loosen the bolts and remove the under cover 3 5 Place a pan for catching the waste oil under the drain plug 6 Remove the cap A install connector B and drain the oil The oil comes o...

Page 142: ...ore releasing the pressure in the hydraulic system When removing plugs or screws or when disconnecting hoses stand to the side and loosen them slowly to gradually release the internal pressure before...

Page 143: ...ng the pressure in the hydraulic system When removing plugs or screws or when disconnecting hoses stand to the side and loosen them slowly to gradually release the internal pressure before removing 7...

Page 144: ...e bolts a and open the radiator b 3 Engage the stay c onto the hook d to secure the radiator b 4 Press on the belt at the midpoint between the crank pulley 1 and alternator pulley 2 to check the tensi...

Page 145: ...r conditioner also will be shortened Adjust the belt tension to the standard value approximately 8 mm or 0 3 in Inspection 1 Open the rear door and radiator 2 Press on the center of the belt 1 with a...

Page 146: ...sulting in injury Loosen the grease discharge valve slowly Do not turn it more than one turn Do not put your face arms legs or body in front of the grease discharge valve If grease does not come out w...

Page 147: ...o not ll the fuel tank to capacity Allow room for oil expansion Clean up spilled fuel immediately Securely tighten the fuel ller cap Use the correct grade of fuel for the operating season Do the drain...

Page 148: ...ediately with clean water and get prompt medical attention If accidentally swallowed drink large quantities of water or milk and call a physician immediately If acid contacts skin or clothing wash off...

Page 149: ...Level too low B If uid does not reach up to the bottom edge of the sleeve 3 the plate looks laminar not distorted 4 Check the terminals for looseness and dirt Replenishing When adding distilled water...

Page 150: ...the bucket 2 Retract the bucket cylinders and lift cylinders to the minimum length 3 Inspect the adjusting bolts 1 and lock nuts 2 for bending denting deformation and looseness 4 If there are any irre...

Page 151: ...to secure the rear door or radiator before working the inside EVERY 100 HOURS 1 Open the rear door 2 Close the valve 2 3 Loosen the ring 3 and then remove and clean the case 4 element 5 indicator ring...

Page 152: ...in the reduction gear case of travel motor may cause oil or the plug to y out Loosen the plug slowly to release the pressure IMPORTANT If the percentage of the traveling time within the total operati...

Page 153: ...Replacing the engine oil and the oil lter on page 5 21 EVERY 250 HOURS INSPECTING AND ADJUSTING THE FAN BELT Refer to Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt on page 5 24 INSPECTING AND ADJUSTING THE C...

Page 154: ...and dust cap securely If not dust could be drain into the cylinder damaging the engine 1 Open the engine hood 2 Push down the lever 6 to tilt up the air cleaner 3 Loosen the clamps 1 and remove the d...

Page 155: ...he machine in very dusty places perform inspection and maintenance operations every day 1 Open the rear door 2 Blow compressed air on the ns to remove mud and dirt stuck on them CLEANING THE CONDENSER...

Page 156: ...e air ow is reduced and a booming sound is heard from the air conditioner unit Removing the lters Outer lter EVERY 250 HOURS 1 Remove the cover 1 2 Remove the lter 2 Inner lter 1 Lift the lter 3 and r...

Page 157: ...ct the refrigerant level using the sight glass 2 on the top of the receiver drier 1 EVERY 250 HOURS 1 Loosen the bolts and remove the cover 3 2 Inspect the places for the conditions below Places for i...

Page 158: ...es Fully transparent when the engine speed is increased or decreased Flow of bubbles can be seen constantly Sometimes transparent or white with bubbles Mist like ow is faintly visible No bubbles are v...

Page 159: ...pen ames while handling fuel or working on the fuel system Stop the engine in a well ventilated place and allow it to cool down before performing maintenance Clean up spilled fuel immediately 1 Tilt u...

Page 160: ...r clothing away from the moving parts of the machine For the adjustment of the bucket stoppers install the lift arm stopper 2 used for the lift arms adjustment on the lift cylinder while the pin hole...

Page 161: ...ht and left and the stopper bolt 8 so that each plate evenly contacts with the stopper bolt 11 Start the engine retract the bucket cylinders to the minimum length and then stop the engine 12 Adjust th...

Page 162: ...the machine could move suddenly Never stand at the back of the machine while the engine is running Do not remove the radiator cap or the drain plug when the cooling water is hot Stop the engine and w...

Page 163: ...hat there are no irregularities in the cooling system at this time 15 Increase the water temperature to at least 90 C 194 F Then run the engine for about 10 minutes with the thermostat open 16 Stop th...

Page 164: ...uries due to the hot oil spurting out Oil may spurt out if caps or lters are removed or pipes are disconnected before releasing the pressure in the hydraulic system When removing plugs or screws or wh...

Page 165: ...l the ange 4 20 Add hydraulic oil from the hole of plug 1 up to the level between the upper limit H and the lower limit L in the sight gauge 2 21 Tighten the plug 1 22 Bleed the air from the hydraulic...

Page 166: ...m reach the stroke end 3 Run the engine at high speed then extend and retract each cylinder 4 or 5 times without let them reach the stroke end 4 Set the engine back to a low idle then extend and contr...

Page 167: ...ANING THE ENGINE FUEL INJECTORS This operation requires experience Ask your sales or service dealer for it EVERY 3000 HOURS INSPECTING THE TURBOCHARGER WASH BLOWER AS NECESSARY This operation requires...

Page 168: ...r service agents Installation Before installing a bucket clean the connecting sections of the bucket 1 and the quick hitch 3 and their surrounding area WHEN REQUIRED 1 Make sure the quick hitch 3 lock...

Page 169: ...ing disconnect the quick hitch and determined the cause instead Removal 1 Keep the bucket 1 at the height of 25 to 50 mm 1 to 2 in above the ground 2 Stop the engine raise the safety bar and release t...

Page 170: ...low Replenishing 1 Mix the washer uid to the prescribed concentration 2 Remove the cap 2 and add washer uid Keep the dust away while replenishing the washer uid 3 Install the cap 2 LUBRICATING THE LEV...

Page 171: ...d and cannot be adjusted 1 Lug Replace if the height of A is 5 mm 0 2 in or below 2 Steel cord WHEN REQUIRED Replace if the steel cord is exposed for two links or more Replace if the half or more of t...

Page 172: ...3 Remove the lock bolts A 4 Take out the R pin and pull out the stopper pin B 5 Slowly raise the canopy 6 Insert the stopper pin B through the holder hole on the machine body and the canopy and then i...

Page 173: ...ent rusting operate the machine once a month so that the oil can be circulated throughout the system 2 Inspect the battery and recharge it as necessary Ask your sales or service dealer for recharging...

Page 174: ...5 54...

Page 175: ...6 1 TROUBLESHOOTING...

Page 176: ...the same time as the lowering of the lift arms The travel motor produces noise when stopped suddenly from its high speed traveling The control valve produces noise if excessive force is applied to th...

Page 177: ...ed zone The engine slows down and the engine power decreases Steam comes from the engine room Remedy procedure 1 Park the machine in a safe place 2 Check if steam is coming out of the closed engine ho...

Page 178: ...ting the engine by using the jumper cables Be sure to secure the rear door or radiator before working the inside IMPORTANT Use the jumper cables and clips of a size suited to the capacity of battery D...

Page 179: ...the engine block of the dead machine 2 Disconnect the other clip of jumper cable B from the negative battery terminal of the booster vehicle 3 Disconnect the clip of jumper cable R from the positive b...

Page 180: ...d stop the engine IF A FUSE BLOWS 2 Loosen the screw and remove the fuse box cover 1 3 Check for any blown fuses 4 If a fuse is blown replace it with a spare fuse of the same capacity Fuse layout and...

Page 181: ...rtridge type fusible link 1 is likely blown Open the rear door and inspect If the fusible link is blown please contact your sales or service dealer Note Fusible links are large type fuses used in high...

Page 182: ...age the coils pinion gear and or ring gear RESTARTING AFTER ADDING FUEL 1 Add fuel 2 Open the rear door 3 Open the valve of the water separator 4 Turn the ignition key to the ON position and hold it f...

Page 183: ...e overheats water temperature is over 110 C 06 The air cleaner is clogged 09 Emergency release signal is recorded 11 Excess ignition time 15 seconds or more of the glow plug is recorded 12 The battery...

Page 184: ...aler for help Refer to Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt on page 5 24 Engine oil pressure warning lamp A problem has occurred in the engine lubrication system Inspect the engine oil level If the l...

Page 185: ...hydraulic equipment Refer to Replacing the pilot line lter on page 5 23 Cold climate operation Hydraulic oil is not warmed up Refer to Warming up the machine hydraulic oil on page 3 8 Fuel level warni...

Page 186: ...pment force is insuf cient Hydraulic oil level too low Add to the speci ed level Refer to page 5 19 Hydraulic oil is not warm enough Perform the warm up Refer to page 3 8 Air cleaner is clogged Replac...

Page 187: ...oose Increase the tension Refer to page 5 26 Engine exhaust is white or bluish Excessive engine oil Adjust to the speci ed level Refer to page 5 17 Poor fuel Replace the fuel Engine exhaust is occasio...

Page 188: ...rning the set screw on the port relief valve Do not turn the screw more than the speci ed amount LOWERING THE LIFT ARMS TO THE GROUND 1 Tilt up the canopy 2 Put marks M on the port relief valve 1 lock...

Page 189: ...on slopes Do not let anyone come near to the wire rope while towing IMPORTANT Do not tow a machine if its engine does not start or if the machine does not run Doing so could damage the machine being...

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Page 191: ...7 1 SPECIFICATIONS...

Page 192: ...racks 1st 7 4 4 6 2nd 11 0 6 84 Gradeability degrees 30 Ground pressure kPa psi Rubber tracks 37 0 5 36 37 9 5 49 Noise level dB A Sound power level ISO 6395 2008 LWA 103 Sound pressure level ISO 6396...

Page 193: ...7 3 MEMO...

Page 194: ...7 4 SPECIFICATIONS MACHINE DIMENSIONS MACHINE DIMENSIONS...

Page 195: ...8 C Track base 1390 54 7 D Overall height 2130 83 9 2235 88 0 E Ground clearance of undercarriage 310 12 1 F Overall width without bucket 1580 62 2 G Track shoe width 320 12 6 H Body width 1430 56 3 J...

Page 196: ...7 6 SPECIFICATIONS OPERATING RANGES OPERATING RANGES...

Page 197: ...t 3030 119 3 C Dumping clearance at 45 degree forward tipping 2370 93 4 D Dumping reach at 45 degree forward tipping 730 28 8 E Minimum turning radius bucket outside 2080 82 0 F Minimum turning radius...

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Page 199: ...8 1 OPTIONS...

Page 200: ...Use the proper procedure when mounting an attachment otherwise serious damage could result Consult your sales or service dealer for help When hoisting be sure to designate a person to act as a signalm...

Page 201: ...braking time distance a machine will travel from the point where its brakes are fully applied to when it comes to a complete stop gets longer This increases the accident risk Operate the machine allow...

Page 202: ...For the other attachments consult Takeuchi or one of our service agents Installation Before installing a bucket clean the connecting sections of the bucket 1 and the quick hitch 3 and their surroundin...

Page 203: ...vation of the attachment or hydraulic quick hitch installed When the attachment hoses are connected to the quick coupler the plate is pushed to turn on the switch which prevents the hydraulic quick hi...

Page 204: ...on the female coupler until the couplers disconnect Releasing the Residual Pressure Connecting Push the quick couplers tightly together and hold for ve seconds the pressure is automatically released a...

Page 205: ...machine will stop abruptly This seat is equipped with a switch for operating the lever lock which functions in the same way as the safety bar The lever lock is released when you sit in the seat and l...

Page 206: ...b 3695 4125 3775 4400 OPTION High ow hydraulic device 60 130 Air conditioner 35 75 Hydraulic quick hitch 20 45 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT MASS Units kg lb Mass of optional equipment is added to the standard m...

Page 207: ...8 9 First Published June 2010 Fifth Published May 2012 Printed in Japan by STATION M Co Ltd OPERATOR S MANUAL No 40085 Track loader TL230 Edited and issued by TAKEUCHI MFG CO LTD...

Page 208: ...eration of the machine not coordinated with us this certi cate loses its validity Designation of the machine Crawler Skid Steer Loader Manufacturer TAKEUCHI MFG CO LTD 205 Uwadaira Sakaki machi Hanish...

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