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Operating techniques

The excavator is a multi-task machine capable of

being fitted with multitude special attachments to

perform many types of work. This chapter contains

information and instructions regarding the best

operating practices to improve efficiency, including

examples on how the most common attachments

are used. It is important that the correct technique

is used to obtain safe and efficient use of the

machine.

Operating techniques

Summary of Contents for EC15E

Page 1: ...EC15E EC18E ECR18E EC20E EC15E EC18E ECR18E EC20E PUB 20051662 A 2018 09 English English Operator s Manual Operator s Manual C M Y CM MY CY CMY K ...

Page 2: ...senger vehicle or offroad vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust carbon monoxide phthalates and lead which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust do not idle the engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands fre...

Page 3: ...n achieving the best possible efficiency and safety But accidents do happen and most of them can be attributed to human error A safety conscious person and a well maintained machine make up a reliable powerful and profitable combination Therefore read the safety instructions and follow them We constantly strive to develop and improve the efficiency of our products by making changes to their design...

Page 4: ...erious injury Danger is limited to the most extreme situations WARNING The safety symbol combined with this signal word indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION The safety symbol combined with this signal word indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in moderate or minor injury NOTICE Indicates a potentially hazar...

Page 5: ... be specified when contacting the manufacturer to order spare parts Positions and explanation of the PIN plates see page 20 Manufacturer Volvo Construction Equipment sas rue Pierre Pingon BP 01303 Belley Cedex France PIN Product Identification Number of machine Engine Foreword Identification numbers 3 ...

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Page 7: ...decals 21 USA federal clean air act 27 Instrument panels 30 Instrument panel left 31 Display unit 34 Instrument panel right 38 Other controls 45 Controls 45 ROPS 54 Operator comfort 56 Operating instructions 64 Safety rules when operating 68 Measures before operating 73 Starting engine 74 Stopping 78 Parking 79 Retrieving and towing 82 Attachments alternative lowering 83 Transporting machine 85 Ta...

Page 8: ...6 Lifting objects 127 Signalling diagram 132 Safety when servicing 135 Service position 136 Before service read 137 Entering leaving and climbing the machine 140 Fire prevention 141 Handling hazardous materials 144 Handling line tubes and hoses 147 Maintenance 148 Lubrication and service chart 151 Maintenance service every 10 hours 157 Maintenance service every 50 hours 160 Maintenance service eve...

Page 9: ...ange intervals 190 Engine 191 Electrical system 192 Cab 195 Hydraulic system 197 Specifications 198 Machine weights 199 Ground pressure 200 Dimensions 201 Working ranges 204 Digging forces 206 Lifting capacities 207 Hammer 227 Service history 228 Alphabetical index 233 Table of contents 7 ...

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Page 11: ... and the machine be equipped for such use Contact the manufacturer dealer for further information Environmental requirements Be aware of the environment when operating and during service and maintenance of the machine Always follow local and national environmental legislation applicable to all handling of the machine Engine The Volvo engine is a 3 cylinder D0 9A type diesel engine with water cooli...

Page 12: ... Structure ISO 12117 EN13531 ROPS Roll Over Protective Structure ISO 3471 OPG Operator Protective Guard Level 1 on top ISO 10262 The OPG level 2 is an option These tests are based on the heaviest machine weight configuration unless otherwise stated If any part of the cab s protective structure is affected by plastic deformation or rupture the cab shall be immediately replaced If the machine is equ...

Page 13: ...ications of any kind may be performed on this product unless each specific modification first has been approved in writing by Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo Construction Equipment reserves the right to reject all warranty claims that have arisen due to or can be traced to unauthorized modifications Unauthorised modifications on the upperframe can have an influence on the ROPS protection system...

Page 14: ...Track a telematics system developed by Volvo Construction Equipment The system stores machine data e g machine position operating hours daily usage hours that can be sent by wireless transmission to a computer The service history can be reviewed on a secure website and service reminders can be sent both by email and on a mobile phone Part changes can be planned for specific wear parts and reminder...

Page 15: ...ansmitter is always on and the operator cannot switch it off Local precautions and restrictions applicable to mobile phones for example safety distance also apply to the CareTrack system Tool kit optional equipment The tool kit is located under the seat and consists of following tools 1 2 3 4 5 V1139940 Tools of the tool kit 1 Wrench with different sizes of nuts 2 Grease gun 3 with cartridge 4 and...

Page 16: ...9 Travel motor 2 Bucket cylinder 10 Undercarriage 3 Dipper arm 11 Tracks 4 Dipper arm cylinder 12 Superstructure 5 Boom 13 Boom offset cylinder 6 Boom cylinder 14 Dozer blade 7 Working lights 15 Dozer blade cylinder 8 Rear hood Engine hood 14 Presentation Machine view ...

Page 17: ...claration of Conformity issued by Volvo CE for each separate machine This EU declaration also covers attachments manufactured by Volvo CE The documentation is a valuable document which should be kept safe and retained for at least ten years The document should always accompany the machine when it is sold If the machine is used for other purposes or with other attachments than described in this man...

Page 18: ...ut of a safety point of view where permitted limits have been determined and given according to international standards A machine or device which meets the requirements should be CE marked Our machines have been tested particularly for electromagnetic interference The CE marking of the machine and the declaration of conformity also cover the EMC directive If other electronic equipment is fitted to...

Page 19: ...rectives EC Directive Machinery 2006 42 EU EC Directive Noise Emission 2000 14 EU EC Directive EMC 2014 30 EU As well as EC Directive Low Voltage 2014 35 EU for electric heating electric generator Applied harmonized standards especially EN 474 1 and EN 474 5 The EN and ISO Standards specified under Chapter 2 of EN 474 1 and EN 474 5 The assessment of conformity method used to determine the guarant...

Page 20: ...tation to the surrounding area The aerial downlead must be of the coaxial cable type Make sure that the cable is undamaged that the screen is not split at the ends and that it thoroughly surrounds the contact sheaths and has good galvanic contact with the same The surface between the mounting bracket for the aerial and the point of attachment must be free from dirt and oxide Apply corrosion protec...

Page 21: ...the components are intended to fulfil a safety related function Examples of safety classified machine parts spare parts Removable protective devices guards over rotating parts and hot surfaces Protective plates rails covers and steps Components included in systems to reduce sound and vibrations Complete operator s seat incl seatbelt Decals and plates Cab filter NOTE Safety classified machine and s...

Page 22: ...rk Machine mass The machine mass in kg on the PIN plate is based on the most standard definition of the machine in accordance with ISO 6016 2 Engine identification plate The engine identification contains information about manufacturer designation and engine serial number 3 TOPS ROPS and OPG plate The plate is located inside the cab on the left back column in canopy under the roof TOPS Tip Over Pr...

Page 23: ...ine dependent The decals plates must be kept free from dirt so that they can be read and understood If they have been lost or no longer are legible they must be replaced immediately The part number order number is given on the respective plates decals and in the Parts Catalogue V1199891 1 2 2 3 3 1 7 6 3 3 4 5 8 9 10 11 12 13 16 15 14 17 23 22 24 25 26 21 19 20 18 Decal positions in Cab Presentati...

Page 24: ...als for North America 1 Lifting points 2 lifting points on blade 2 lifting points on boom 2 WARNING Track tension check the tension every 250 hours read the Operator s Manual page 161 3 Tie down points on superstructure 2 in front 2 on rear side 4 WARNING Do not enter the machine s working area Risk for crushing 22 Presentation Information and warning decals ...

Page 25: ...vicinity of a raised load V1129956 8 WARNING High voltage Keep sufficient distance from electrical power lines 9 WARNING Operate backhoe from operator s seat only North America only 10 Battery quick dis connector 11 Use low sulfur fuel North America only 12 Fuel filler point molded on tank not a decal Presentation Information and warning decals 23 ...

Page 26: ...198553 15709790 P02 Max xxxx kg 15 Lifting with a Quick Coupler if installedt V1199829 16 Operator s stand control elements Read and understand control pattern before selecting switch position ISO or SAE functions North America only 17 Locking console procedure to start 18 Lubrication and maintenance chart 24 Presentation Information and warning decals ...

Page 27: ...44 2311 3 5 3 221 221 2196 2 5 194 194 201 232 2803 2 189 189 182 210 166 192 3169 1 5 237 238 180 209 148 171 3398 1 312 365 228 265 176 204 139 162 138 161 3516 0 5 397 397 412 496 278 329 208 244 164 192 145 169 3326 1 635 635 416 501 278 330 208 244 166 194 162 190 3053 1 5 425 510 284 335 213 249 225 225 2613 Max 3 5 1 0 1 5 2 0 2 5 3 0 LB 0 95m C 0kg LB 1 15m C 0kg X P 170 bar 360 VOLVO EC15...

Page 28: ...hine 70 C 158F 20 C 68F Max Min V1128010 25 WARNING Read and understand the hydraulic oil filling instruction before filling 26 Hydraulic oil filler point molded on hydraulic tank not a decal 26 Presentation Information and warning decals ...

Page 29: ...2 750 USD for each violation An example of a prohibited modifications is the recalibration of the fuel system so that the engine will exceed the certified horsepower or torque You should not make a change to an EPA certified non road engine that would result in an engine that does not match the engine configuration certified to meet the Federal Standards Customer Assistance Volvo Construction Equi...

Page 30: ... service since he has trained service technicians and is equipped with genuine original manufacturer s parts and special tools and the latest technical publications Discuss your servicing and maintenance requirements with your local dealer He can tailor a maintenance program for your needs For scheduled service or maintenance it is advisable to contact your local dealer in advance to arrange for a...

Page 31: ...iling point maximum 349 ºC 660 ºF and cetane minimum 45 In order to avoid excessive sedimentation and to minimise the emissions of sulfur dioxide the fuel s sulfur content should be as low as possible The diesel fuels recommended for use shall meet ASTM designation D 975 no 1D C B or no 2D T T with a cetane level above 42 and sulfur content not exceeding 0 05 percent by weight Check for fuel leaks...

Page 32: ...perating controls Carefully read through this Operator s Manual this is a matter of your safety Keep the manual in the cab so that it is always at hand when needed 2 1 V1177890 1 2 3 MD 4 5 6 7 8 9 F1 0 F2 EXT ENT ACCE PT 1 Instrument panel left Immobiliser system optional equipment 2 Instrument panel right 30 Instrument panels ...

Page 33: ...ode Cyclic 0 disarmed on for 3 s no 1 armed flashes every 0 5 s for 60 s 2 code stored accepted 2 flashes 3 code already in memory program mode canceled 3 flashes yes 4 program mode no 5a code failure 5 flashes 4 flashes yes 5b 4 flashes 6 timeout 5 flashes no 7 memory full 6 flashes 8 all codes deleted 7 flashes yes 9 memory empty flash every 0 1 s 10 factory mode flash every 0 5 s 11 monitoring ...

Page 34: ... s 1 Precondition Master Code programmed 2 Insert ignition key into ignition switch and turn it to running position position 1 Flash Code 1 armed Still logged in within 15 min elapse time after ignition off Flash Code 11 monitoring Log in with key combination for 6 digit Master Code as shown 3 Enter new key combination for 4 digit User Code as shown Flash Code 2 code stored accepted appears 4 Repe...

Page 35: ...rogram mode appears 3 Repeat step 2 4 Press EXT and F2 Flash Code 8 appears all codes deleted 8 Changing 6 digit Master Code with F1 NOTE All saved 4 digit User Codes will be deleted when the 6 digit Master Code is changed 1 Precondition Master Code programmed 2 Insert ignition key into ignition switch and turn it to running position position 1 Flash Code 11 monitoring 3 Enter key combination to c...

Page 36: ... Fuel level gauge 3 Central warning lamp 4 Offset control lamp 5 Engine temperature control lamp 6 Preheating control lamp 7 Air filter control lamp 8 Engine oil pressure control lamp 9 Seat belt control lamp 10 Battery charge control lamp 1 Operating hour meter The operating hour meter shows the total number of machine operating hours Maintenance work is to be carried out according to the reading...

Page 37: ...lector mistake 3 Mode selector mistake If the mistake remains contact a qualified service technician NOTE While turning ON the ignition switch or lowering the arm rest a neutral detection is performed for the roller switch on the right control lever The offset control lamp blinks when the roller is not in its neutral position and the proportional function X1 or boom offset is disabled The function...

Page 38: ...n the engine and perform trouble shooting If necessary contact a qualified service technician 9 Seat belt control lamp red Always fasten your seat belt when operating the machine The control lamp will illuminate when the seat belt is not fastened The control lamp goes out as soon as the seat belt is fastened 10 Battery control lamp red The control lamp indicates the charge condition of the battery...

Page 39: ...ated The engine will shut down automatically if these warning conditions are still valid after 15 seconds To retrieve the machine out of a dangerous area the engine can be restarted Turn the key to off position and start the engine again The countdown resets and if conditions are still valid it will shut down again after 15 seconds STOP V108705 5 Central warning lamp Engine temperature control lam...

Page 40: ... cab optional and boom 7 Switch for variable tracks not for EC15E 8 Switch for rotating beacon optional 9 Switch for windscreen washer 10 Switch for fan 11 Display unit a alternatives same position b alternatives same position 1a ISO SAE selector switch optional WARNING Risk of serious accidents Unfamiliar control patterns could cause confusion and accidents resulting in serious injury Use extreme...

Page 41: ...of the switch A and release The switch moves back to position Neutral B Now and during the whole process The symbol of lower end of switch A illuminates The symbol of Attachment Quick Coupler in the display illuminates a beep sound arises NOTE If undesired action the process can be cancelled at this point by pressing the lower end of the switch A again 3 To open the Attachment Quick Coupler Unlock...

Page 42: ...eed control reduces the engine speed to idle speed level after approx 5 seconds When operating a control lever the engine speed will rise again up to the speed level set by the throttle lever 3a Switch for automatic shutdown optional not for EC15E Press lower end of switch automatic shutdown is off Switch in middle position engine will shut down after 2 minutes of inactivity Press upper end of swi...

Page 43: ...he engine NOTE Turn the key off before re starting the engine to prevent starter damages Immobiliser Antenna System optional equipment NOTE The machine can be equipped with an Immobiliser Antenna System at ignition or an Immobiliser System with keypad on left instrument panel see on page 31 Transponder Keys The Immobiliser Antenna System is equipped with 1 Master Key red 2 User Keys blue These key...

Page 44: ...sed or stored User Keys will be deleted 3 Turn ignition switch back to position 0 and remove the Master Key NOTE You now have 20 seconds teaching mode to continue with step 4 Otherwise teaching mode is cancelled 4 Insert User Key into ignition switch and turn it to running position position 1 User Key is taught stored Now you can teach the next User Key by removing the taught User Key and repeat s...

Page 45: ...erated Hydraulic is unlocked If machine is equipped with a Seat Sensor the hydraulic stops when getting up from seat To enable hydraulic back sit down and press hydraulic lock switch 6 Switch for working lights Press lower end of switch working lights are off Switch in middle position front working lights are on Press upper end of switch front working lights rear working light optional equipment a...

Page 46: ...r end of switch windscreen washer and wiper are off Switch in middle position windscreen wiper is on Press upper end of switch windscreen wiper and windscreen washer is on NOTE To activate the windscreen wiper and windscreen washer the upper windscreen needs to be closed 10 Switch for fan Press lower end of switch fan is off Switch in middle position fan is in low position Press upper end of switc...

Page 47: ... to control X3 hydraulic flow optional equipment 3 Horn 4 Control lockout lever for hydraulics 5 Control levers for travel motion pedals are optional equipment 6 Right hand control lever for attachments 7 Push button for X1 max flow optional equipment 8 Rocker switch or proportional roll switch to control X1 or boom offset hydraulic flow Other controls Controls 45 ...

Page 48: ...per arm Lever to the right Slewing movement to the right Lever to the left Slewing movement to the left Left control lever for attachments STD control pattern North America only Lever forward Boom down Lever backward Boom up Lever to the right Slewing movement to the right Lever to the left Slewing movement to the left NOTE Market dependent optional equipment North America only See control pattern...

Page 49: ...ere is a possibility to set the maximum hydraulic oil flow used for X3 see Hydraulic oil flow changing maximum setting for X1 and X3 under the explanation of position 8 3 Horn Button depressed Horn signal 4 Control lockout lever for working and travel Shift the lever to position A The operating levers for working and travel hydraulics are locked no movement possible NOTE The control lockout lever ...

Page 50: ...rs forward Forward travel Pull both levers backward Reverse travel Push right lever forward Turn left Push left lever forward Turn right NOTE When operating the travel levers the travel alarm optional not for EC15E emits a warning signal 6 Right control lever for attachments ISO control pattern Lever forward Boom down Lever backward Boom up Lever to the right Empty the bucket opening Lever to the ...

Page 51: ...l you become familiar with the new pattern 7 Push button for X1 max flow optional not for EC15E Actuation of the switch executes the function of the first auxiliary with maximum hydraulic flow 8 Rocker switch or proportional roll switch to control X1 or boom offset hydraulic flow Switch in central position Neutral Switch to the left A in boom offset mode offset boom to the left Switch to the right...

Page 52: ... to its neutral position Hydraulic oil flow changing maximum setting for X1 and X3 There is a possibility to set the maximum hydraulic oil flow used for the first auxiliary X1 and for X3 only for machines equipped with switches 7 and 9 and on 8 with a proportional roll switch 1 Select the boom offset mode The control lamp in the instrument panel lights up when the offset boom is activated NOTICE B...

Page 53: ...hydraulic oil flow is reached Keep the proportional roller in this position and press switch for optional equipment 7 on the right control lever to confirm 5 Make sure that the control lamp for boom offset on the information panel has stopped flashing Exit without saving a new value 1 Shift the control lockout lever upwards 2 Turn the ignition key to off position 3 Control lamp flashes more than 1...

Page 54: ...s instrument panel right read page 38 the control lever controls the variable tracks optional not for EC15E Lever forward Extending tracks Lever backward Reduction of tracks width 11 Throttle lever Pull the lever back to raise the engine speed Push the lever fully forward before shutting down the engine V1089831 V1128058 10 11 12 V1087051 Switch for variable tracks 52 Other controls Controls ...

Page 55: ...12 Button to change between high travel speed and low travel speed optional not for EC15E Hold button depressed for fast travel speed Release button for low travel speed Other controls Controls 53 ...

Page 56: ... glass will protect the operator from debris projection for example during breaker operations The top of the canopy is approved as a protective structure according to the OPG Operator Protective Guard Level 1 OPG 1 front is available as option on canopy OPG Level 2 To comply with OPG Operator Protective Guards Level 2 machines must be equipped with An additional top protective structure made of so...

Page 57: ...perating with a hammer hydraulic breaker protective roof and window guards should be installed If you have a canopy version of the machine a hammer hydraulic breaker protection kit is also available Consult your local Volvo Construction Equipment dealer for information about when the different options can be used NOTICE Always check clearance between bucket and Cab OPG guard Slowly cycle bucket to...

Page 58: ...o operator comfort and safety NOTICE To obtain maximum comfort and eliminate the risk of accidents you must make sure that all seat adjustments have been carried out correctly before starting the machine NOTE The seat is intended for use by one seated occupant only 56 Other controls Operator comfort ...

Page 59: ...enance of the operator seat may only be carried out by authorised and competent personnel Operator s seat option variant A Horizontal adjustment 1 Pull lever 1 slightly up 2 Adjust the seat to the desired position 3 Check that the seat has properly engaged Backrest adjustment 1 Pull lever 2 slightly up 2 Adjust the inclination of the backrest NOTE Adjusting the backrest automatically changes the h...

Page 60: ... has properly engaged Backrest adjustment 1 Pull up lever 6 2 Adjust the inclination of the backrest Release the lever to lock the backrest 3 Check that the backrest has properly engaged Weight adjustment The weight is adjusted with the operator sitting in the seat 1 Pull lever 5 fully out stay in this position and move lever upwards or downwards until the desired weight adjustment is reached When...

Page 61: ...odifications to the belt or its mountings are not permitted The belt is intended for one adult person only Change the belt every three year regardless of its condition When the seat belt needs to be washed Use a mild soap solution Allow the belt to dry while it is fully pulled out before retracting it Make sure the belt is fitted in a correct way Power socket The power socket is used for electrica...

Page 62: ...n both sides 2 Then push the windscreen upward under the cab roof NOTICE The windscreen is fastened in the roof when you hear a click Close windscreen 1 Push the buttons 3 on both sides 2 Push the windows down into position V1180034 1 1 Heater V1087086 2 1 1 Windscreen 2 Working lights 3 V1087088 60 Other controls Operator comfort ...

Page 63: ...with a lock 1 and an internal door handle 6 The door can be locked in open position by application of manual force a fixed locking bolt 3 on the cab engages in the round bolt receptacle 2 in the door By pressing the unlocking button 5 the cab door can be unlocked and closed Make sure that the cab is parallel to tracks when entering the machine That allows best possible access situation Operator s ...

Page 64: ...ow the cab roof on the right hand side of the machine Radio with USB SD and Bluetooth V1143312 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 SCR button 8 Preset 1 5 2 ON OFF button 9 MENU button 3 Volume control 10 Green phone button 4 Display 11 Red phone button 5 SEARCH CHANGE SELECT button 12 SD card slot 6 USB socket 13 DISP button 7 Front AUX IN socket 1 SCR button Select memory bank or audio source Short ...

Page 65: ... In the menu Change menu level Radio mode Adjust the stations Other operating modes Select a track 6 USB socket 7 Front AUX IN socket 8 Preset 1 5 Short press Call up the stored station in radio mode Long press Store station in the current memory bank in radio mode 9 MENU button Short press Open and close the menu Long press Start the scan function 10 Green phone button Short press Answering a cal...

Page 66: ...oad could obstruct the operator s view Operating or driving with obstructed operator s view could cause serious accidents Use a signal man if operator s view is obstructed In order for you to have the best possible visibility when travelling with the machine sit in the seat and place the boom as in the picture The distance between bucket and ground A should be 400 mm 15 7 in It may not be possible...

Page 67: ...achine Use warning signs Standard ISO 5006 Earthmoving machinery Operator s field of view deals with the operator s visibility around the machine and is meant to be used for measuring and evaluating the visibility The machine is tested by methods and performance criteria according to this standard The visibility method used may not include all aspects of the operator s visibility but provides info...

Page 68: ...con optional equipment are working correctly Check if the management has established rules or procedures for the work site Always pay attention around the machine to identify any obstacles Prevent persons from entering or remaining in the work area i e the area around the machine and at least 7 m 23 ft beyond the maximum reach of the attachment However depending on the job site s organization the ...

Page 69: ...Never allow any person to walk or stand under raised equipment or suspended loads Operating instructions 67 ...

Page 70: ...th how to operate and maintain the machine and should undergo adequate training on the machine The operator must follow the Operator s Manual rules and recommendations but also pay attention to any statutory and national regulations or specific requirements or risks which apply at the work site The operator must be thoroughly rested and must never operate the machine when under the influence of al...

Page 71: ...s not apply if the cab is sufficiently strong or protected to withstand the impact of such external forces Make sure you know the weight limitation of working ground Only the operator seated in the operator s seat may be in the cab when operating All other personnel must keep at a safe distance from the machine WARNING Risk of fatal accidents Using attachments for lifting or transporting persons m...

Page 72: ... the machine for short term job purposes Check that the seat belt is not worn see page 59 The machine must be operational i e faults which can cause accidents must be rectified Suitable clothing for safe handling and a hard hat should be worn Keep your hands away from areas where there is a risk of crushing e g covers door and window Use steps and handholds when entering or leaving the machine Use...

Page 73: ...d is possible Reduce this potential hazard by travelling at low speed and be extra careful under these conditions Also wear a hard hat Stability when working The stability of the machine is subjected to considerable changes The operator himself must observe all special regulations applicable to every operation in order to obtain full working safety NOTICE Risk of machine damage Improper use could ...

Page 74: ...sed When moving the machine with a suspended load special attention must be observed When required request the help of a signal man Use lights hazard flashers and rotating warning beacon according to national traffic regulations 72 Operating instructions Safety rules when operating ...

Page 75: ...which can cause damage Check that the battery disconnected switch is switched on Check for cracks on frame and tracks Check that hoods and covers are closed Make sure fire extinguisher if equipped is fully charged Inspect steps and handholds for damage or loose parts Make necessary repairs if needed Check that there are no persons in the vicinity of the machine Adjust the operator seat and fasten ...

Page 76: ...ngine temperature At colder temperatures longer preheating is needed The preheating control light goes out after 5 seconds However if the ignition key remains in preheating position the preheating function remains active even though the control lamp is off 7 Once the preheating control lamp has gone out turn the ignition key to position start the engine position 3 and start the engine As soon as t...

Page 77: ...art the engine 2 After a longer period of standstill and particularly at temperatures around or below the freezing point the engine must be warmed up at medium speed 3 Run the engine warm for about 5 10 minutes at approx 1 2 engine speed During this period frequently operate the levers for the working hydraulics whenever possible NOTE Do not disconnect the battery when the engine is running NOTE T...

Page 78: ...1 Disconnect the battery by removing the quick connector see page 79 2 Remove the protections from the battery pole studs Connect two 12 V batteries as follows 3 Connect one of the jump leads between terminal on the battery of the machine and the terminal on the booster battery 4 Connect the other jump lead between the terminal of the booster battery and a grounding point on the machine NOTICE Do ...

Page 79: ...ge the electrical system 1 Start the engine 2 After a longer period of standstill and particularly at temperatures around or below the freezing point the excavator must be warmed up by running the engine at medium speed 3 Run the excavator warm for about 5 to 10 minutes at approx 50 engine speed During this period frequently operate the levers for the working hydraulics whenever possible Operating...

Page 80: ...m full load but let it idle for a short while for temperature equalization 4 To shut the engine down turn the ignition key to Stop engine position 0 The control levers for working and travel hydraulics are locked no movement possible 5 All control lamps go out 6 Check whether all switches and controls are switched off or deactivated 7 Remove the ignition key to prevent unauthorised use of machine ...

Page 81: ... 103 and in the windscreen washer reservoir if the temperature can fall below 20 C 4 F during parking 6 Close and lock windows door and covers 7 The battery can be disconnected read the instruction in next chapter Long term parking Keep in mind that the theft and burglary risk can be minimised by removing the starter key when the machine is left unattended locking doors and covers after working ho...

Page 82: ...aint finish to avoid rusting 6 Rust proof exposed components lubricate the machine thoroughly and grease all unpainted surfaces like cylinder rods etc 7 Fill the fuel tank and the hydraulic oil tank to the max marks 8 Cover the exhaust pipe for outdoors parking 9 Drain water from any compressed air reservoirs 10 Make sure the freezing point of the coolant is sufficiently low in cold weather 11 Whe...

Page 83: ...sion NOTE If a preservative has been used on the machine to prepare it for long term storage follow the manufacturer s instructions for any necessary safety precautions and the method of removal Operating instructions Parking 81 ...

Page 84: ...hain of suitable strength to tow the machine The machine should be towed at low speed and keep the towing distance as short as possible the crawler tracks do not move The angle for pulling should not exceed 20 from the horizontal line of tow lope and longitudinal axis of the machine Be careful there should not be also interference with parts of the machine Towing force 2350 daN MAX V1197729 1 2 To...

Page 85: ... lift arm to the ground before performing any service or adjustment Even in technical incidents the attachment can be lowered to the ground Lowering attachment using accumulator pressure In case of standstill or engine defect If the electric power circuit is available and the accumulator is pressurised it is possible to lower the attachment with the control levers 1 Insert the ignition key into th...

Page 86: ...ne to pressurize the accumulator Relieving residual pressure from the accumulator 1 Turn the ignition key to running position 1 2 Move the control lockout lever down to unlock the system 3 Shift the rollers on the joysticks to the right and to the left 4 Then move the joysticks in all directions a couple of times to release all residual pressure NOTE Before lifting the control lockout lever to pos...

Page 87: ...ould cause the machine to break away from the lifting vehicle causing accidents serious injury or death Use certified cables lifting straps slings shackles and hooks with adequate load capacity and never lift the machine with a person in or on the machine NOTE Only use lifting points intended for lifting Make sure that the machine is in the same position as shown in the illustration Use the specif...

Page 88: ...ht see page 199 NOTE Beware of interference between tying material e g chains and machine parts Volvo is not responsible neither for lifting equipment nor for lifting techniques 8 The distance C between axis A lifting points on boom and B lifting points on blade and distance D lifting points on blade must be observed when lifting mm in blade C D EC15E 1633 64 29 930 36 61 EC18E short 1683 66 26 lo...

Page 89: ...ving direction could lead to accidents resulting in serious injury or death Always check the driving direction before moving the machine NOTE Make sure that loading ramps and platforms are free from oil mud ice and similar so that the machine does not begin to slip If the machine is too high to fit in the transporting vehicle it is possible to tilt the rotating warning beacon optional equipment Th...

Page 90: ... machine and remove the ignition key 6 Disconnect the battery under left hood remove battery quick dis connector 7 Lock the cab door and all lockable covers 8 Secure both tracks with wheel chocks 9 Tie the machine with chains and belts according the illustrations and the tie down procedure see following instructions to the loading platform of the truck trailer Use the indicated angles in the table...

Page 91: ...n NOTE For rail maritime or container transportation in addition to tying down devices using blocks to restrain the machine is mandatory NOTE Depending on the transportation trailer geometry and on tying down points configuration it may not be possible to fulfill the angles requirements In this case please refer to generic rules for cargo transportation EN 12195 V1198923 Tying down EC15E EC18E EC2...

Page 92: ...0 60 10 50 10 60 10 60 10 60 β 50 90 15 90 Max tie down forces with these angles DIN 75410 400 daN Tying down on truck Tracks steel rubber Anti slide mat x µ 0 6 x µ 0 6 Mechanical stops x x Tie down angles α 10 40 10 60 β 50 80 15 90 Max tie down forces with these angles DIN EN 12640 2000 daN Unloading 1 Remove the chains belts and wheel chocks 2 Raise excavating equipment and dozer blade 3 Remov...

Page 93: ...erform many types of work This chapter contains information and instructions regarding the best operating practices to improve efficiency including examples on how the most common attachments are used It is important that the correct technique is used to obtain safe and efficient use of the machine Operating techniques 91 ...

Page 94: ...will work there Your work will be much more productive and organized Keep the ground even and free from larger stones or other objects that form obstacles Cooperate Consult with other operators so that machines and trucks work together in the most effective way Use the right equipment The right equipped machine saves on fuel and maintenance See the operating techniques chapter for further informat...

Page 95: ... ditches and holes Provide equipment and schedule time to maintain terrain conditions Adjust the speed and travel path to minimize the vibration level Drive around obstacles and rough terrain conditions Reduce the speed when it is necessary to go over rough terrain Maintain machines according to the manufacturer s recommendations Track tension Brake and steering systems Controls hydraulic system a...

Page 96: ... can be effective to minimize risks of back pains Adjust the seat and controls to achieve good posture Adjust the mirrors to minimize twisted posture Provide breaks to reduce long periods of sitting Avoid jumping down from the machine Minimize repeated handling and lifting of loads Maintain reasonable weight and physical condition 94 Operating techniques Whole body vibrations ...

Page 97: ...es Make sure that they take care No persons apart from the operator may unnecessarily be present within the working area of the machine Teach them to be on their guard against collapsing banks and rolling stones and to be prepared to dash for safety Changes in stress in a bank immediately prior to a landslip are indicated by small streams of loose material just where the cracks are forming If the ...

Page 98: ...isk of electrocution Working near or making contact with overhead power lines may lead to electrical flashover and electrocution Always keep the minimum clearance from overhead power lines High voltage is lethal and the current sufficiently strong to destroy both machine and attachments Your life is in danger if you come into contact with or close to high voltage power lines Always contact the pow...

Page 99: ...erceived Keep the following in mind to ensure safety when operating Operate the machine slower than normal operation in the vicinity of power lines Consider the long span power line which can sway and reduce the clearance Pay attention when travelling over uneven ground that could cause the machine to lose balance Keep all persons away from the machine whenever it is close to power lines Prohibit ...

Page 100: ... the operator should remain inside cab until the lines have been de energized Overhead railway power lines Loading and unloading is only permissible between the boundary signs The signs may be mounted directly on the power line or on special posts Contact authorised railway personnel to obtain permission to load or unload After any breaks in the work always contact the railway personnel again 98 O...

Page 101: ...rmally only the service companies own personnel may expose and arrange provisional suspension of cables Make use of a signal man when you cannot see the actual point where you are working or when the position of the pipe or cable is critical see page 132 The position of the pipe or cable may deviate from the drawing or distances may be incorrectly determined Regard all electrical cables as live Op...

Page 102: ... g lubrication if recommendations are not followed This may result in machine damage In any machine position the maximum machine inclination should not be more than a Manageable gradients b engine lubrication Manageable gradients c engine lubrication EC15E α 10 18 α 20 37 α 30 58 EC18E α 12 21 α 18 32 d ECR18 E α 19 34 α 24 45 d EC20E α 11 19 α 15 27 d a α 50 of tipping limit b manageable gradient...

Page 103: ...f the engine shuts down on a slope lower the attachment to the ground Do not operate the swing function since the superstructure may swing under its own weight and cause tipping or side slipping Do not park the machine on a slope and leave it unattended Working in water and on boggy ground When wading with the machine across a water course use the bucket as a feeler if the water is muddy The water...

Page 104: ...k of landslip The risk also increases on sloping ground If it is not possible to dig with sufficiently slanting trench sides they must be shored up Do not place excavated material too close to the edge as its weight may cause a landslip Loose clay should be placed at least 5 m 16 ft away from the edge Do not dig under the machine Do not operate too close to the edge of a steep slope or road bank T...

Page 105: ...road verges or similar as the ground may easily give way after it has been raining Operating techniques Working within dangerous areas 103 ...

Page 106: ...efully until the hydraulic system has reached operating temperature Read the advice for starting see page 74 Use appropriate fluids for the ambient working temperatures see recommended fluids in specification section The windows must be free from ice and snow before putting the machine to work Watch out for ice on the machine causing slippery conditions Step only onto anti slip surfaces Use an ice...

Page 107: ... work if anyone is dangerously close to the demolition object Leave sufficient space in front of the machine for debris to fall to the ground and not hit the cab Fence off the dangerous part of the work site Spray water over the demolition site to prevent harmful dust from spreading Boots with steel reinforcements in the soles and toe caps protective goggles and a hard hat are obvious protective i...

Page 108: ... any kind of service of the hydraulic system is carried out NOTE Any persons involved in the process of changing attachments must be familiar with the operation of the machine and should know the signalling pattern Using the correct attachment for a particular job is a deciding factor when it comes to the capacity of the machine The machine has either direct mounted attachments or attachments moun...

Page 109: ...bination machine attachment For more detailed information regarding the choice of attachments contact a Volvo Construction Equipment dealer The machine is prepared for various different attachments e g hammer hydraulic breaker In order to be able to connect these hydraulically to the machine the pressure in the hydraulics must be released by moving the control levers in all directions NOTE Dependi...

Page 110: ...injury or death Check relevant machine parts regularly If wear or damage occurs stop operating immediately and call for immediate corrective maintenance Installing a bucket with manual fastening 1 Position the excavating equipment to the bucket to be installed 2 Align bores in dipper arm and bucket 3 Insert a Ø 20 mm 0 787 in assembly rod into the bore 4 Raise the excavating equipment and operate ...

Page 111: ...gth of the dipper arm Be careful when moving the bucket and dipper arm towards the machine there is a risk of damaging the machine The attachment bracket is not designed as a lifting device Do not use the front hook or the rotating hook for lifting Only specially designed pin on attachments may be hooked to the attachment bracket Mechanical attachment bracket bucket installation WARNING Risk of cr...

Page 112: ...back 90 9 Insert the locking pin 10 Insert the linch pin through the end of the locking pin 11 Check that the bucket is securely fastened by simultaneously pressing the bucket to the ground and forward Disconnecting bucket 1 Lower the bucket to the ground 2 Extract the linch pin and the locking pin 3 Rotate the locking pin 90 to lock it in extracted position 4 Position the bucket 10 cm 4 in above ...

Page 113: ...et is only attached in the front bucket pin The bucket could fall and cause crushing injury Keep a safe distance 7 Place the bucket on the ground 8 Lift the attachment bracket in direction from the bucket to release the front bucket pin To release the attachment bracket insert the release bar and pull Release the attachment bracket from the bucket Operating techniques Attachment brackets 111 ...

Page 114: ... switch A and release The switch moves back to position Neutral B Now and during the whole process The symbol of lower end of switch A illuminates a beep sound arises NOTE If undesired action the process can be cancelled at this point by pressing the lower end of the switch A again 5 To open the Attachment Quick Coupler Unlock and press down the red button C1 and the upper end of the switch C2 The...

Page 115: ... illuminations and the beep end 11 Curl out the attachment quick coupler and hook it onto the bucket pin 12 Slowly curl in the attachment quick coupler fully towards the bucket 13 To close the Attachment Quick Coupler return the switch to position Neutral B NOTE Before ending the process always check the locking indicator whenever available at the quick attachment coupler and by mechanical check t...

Page 116: ...wn the engine and turn the ignition key to running position ignition 4 Move the control lockout lever 4 down to unlock the system 5 Shift the rollers on the joysticks a couple of times to the right and to the left 6 Then move the joysticks and the driving levers in all directions a couple of times to release all residual pressure 7 To release the pressure in the accessory line X1 and boom offset S...

Page 117: ... the bucket too deep into the ground since this would block the digging action However should this occur slightly raise the boom Work in a smooth way and avoid quick movements Completely close the bucket when filled Raise the boom and simultaneously start the swing motion until the unloading position is reached Backfilling or grading 1 In order to backfill a trench position the machine perpendicul...

Page 118: ... Offset boom to the left Switch to the right Offset boom to the right This work can be accomplished under confined spatial conditions With reference to the axis of the slewing superstructure the offset can have the following values Offset in degree to left to right 75 55 EC15E minimum radius mm in Type Dipper arm 950 mm 37 4 in Dipper arm 1150 mm 45 3 in R1 to left 1181 46 5 1184 44 6 to right 132...

Page 119: ...m 45 3 in R1 to left 1269 50 0 1287 50 7 to right 1429 56 3 1449 57 0 R2 688 27 1 EC20E minimum radius mm in Type Dipper arm 1050 mm 41 3 in Dipper arm 1350 mm 53 2 in R1 to left 1401 55 2 1450 57 1 to right 1553 61 1 1606 63 2 R2 1018 40 1 Operating techniques Offset boom 117 ...

Page 120: ...etting out and cause serious injury even if the engine has not been running for some time Always release the pressure before any kind of service of the hydraulic system is carried out NOTE Any persons involved in the process of changing attachments must be familiar with the operation of the machine and should know the signalling pattern Volvo supplies a wide range of hydraulic tools All tools and ...

Page 121: ...ikes the tool a strong pressure wave is generated and the hammer may be damaged NOTICE If the hammer is connected to an attachment bracket the attachment bracket should be checked regularly for damage 1 Turn the shut off valve to the left facing the machine as shown on the decal 2 Prepare the machine for normal excavation work Move the machine to the required position Lower the dozer blade to the ...

Page 122: ...d or too gently with the boom 7 Start the hammer Press button 7 or move the roller switch to the right B to activate the hammer function Release the button or roller switch to deactivate the hammer function NOTE Listen to the sound of the hammer when you are using it If the sound becomes weaker and the impact less efficient the tool is misaligned with the material and or there is not enough feed f...

Page 123: ...lowly lower and align the boom until fastening bores 2 of the hammer are flush with the holes in the boom 3 Insert pivot pins 1 into fastening bores 2 4 Clean the hydraulic connections on hammer and dipper arm NOTICE Protect the hydraulic connections against dirt because only this will ensure the correct function of hydraulic connections and hydraulic system 5 Release the pressure from the hydraul...

Page 124: ... on the boom to loosen the hammer Connecting to an attachment bracket For connecting and disconnecting a hydraulic breaker from an attachment bracket refer to the attachment bracket Operator s Manual NOTE Take care during disconnection hydraulic breakers have a high inertia due to the weight and could fall out of the attachment bracket coupler during disconnection Always connect and disconnect as ...

Page 125: ... boom to the ground 3 Hook the attachment quick coupler onto the hammer pin 4 Press the attachment quick coupler switch to open the attachment quick coupler unlock position See page 38 for operating of the attachment quick coupler switch Then follow the same procedure as for connecting to a bucket see page 112 NOTICE Do not use the machine if the attachment bracket is not working correctly V111427...

Page 126: ...vel ground 2 Lower the dozer blade and the boom to the ground 3 Curl in the hammer completely towards the dipper arm to release the locking mechanism 4 Press the attachment quick coupler switch to open the attachment quick coupler unlock position See page 38 for operating of the attachment quick coupler switch The follow the same instructions as whe connecting to a bucket see page 112 V1114278 Att...

Page 127: ...f the machine is equipped with a hose rupture valves it will reduce the falling speed of the boom if a hose bursts Lowering the boom with hose rupture protection In case of standstill or engine defect and power failure during loading operation the accumulator pressure is sufficient to lower the attachment to the ground with the control levers NOTE Too low pressure in the accumulator may make it im...

Page 128: ...r tracks coming off If the machine continues to reverse a gap is formed between the rollers idler 3 and the track The track may then come off when turning in a condition where the track can not move to the side because of the obstacle it is passing over or because of some other object NOTE Ensure the tracks are always aligned with rollers and idler Avoid turning and reversing movements when going ...

Page 129: ...s reference in relation to the lifting point coordinates in order to determine the permissible lifted load When using a quick coupler providing a lifting device the permissible load of the ensemble is limited to the lower value of the load chart related lifting coordinates and the limit value usually engraved next to the lifting point of the attachment quick couplert The lifted load shall be prefe...

Page 130: ...ent before proceeding lifting operations Use qualified and properly trained operators who have Specific machine knowledge and training Read and understand the operator s manual and its load charts Specific machine knowledge and training how to properly rig the load Full responsibility for all aspects of the lift Interrupt the lift if not fully confident of a safe lift Select machine with sufficien...

Page 131: ... deducted from the load capacity Warm up the machine to normal working temperatures Position the machine on firm level ground Properly set outriggers and blade when applicable Once the load is properly rigged ensure all ground workers are clear of the load and the machine If guiding of the load is necessary use ropes or other type of slings tied to the load to keep ground workers at a safe distanc...

Page 132: ... Improper use could cause serious machine damage Never anchor or fix the undercarriage to the ground or any object when digging or lifting Make sure that the ground is firm and safe Unstable ground for example loose sand or soft earth may make the work unsafe if loads close to the maximum values in the loading table are taken Do not make fast slewing movements with a suspended load Bear the centri...

Page 133: ...f the overload warning lamp lights up you have reached the maximum lifting limit Immediately lower the equipment and unload some of the weight or move to a more safe position where the light does not illuminate For lifting capacities specifications see page 207 Operating techniques Lifting objects 131 ...

Page 134: ...ven to the respective operators V1065920 V1065921 V1065923 RAISE LOAD VERTICALLY With either forearm vertical forefinger pointing up move hand in small horizontal circles LOWER LOAD VERTICALLY With either arm extended downward forefinger pointing down move hand in small horizontal circles MOVE LOAD IN HORIZONTALLY With either arm extended hand raised and open toward direction of movement move hand...

Page 135: ...g horizontally at closed hand OPEN BUCKET Hold one hand open and stationary Rotate other hand in small vertical circle with forefinger pointing horizontally at open hand TURN Raise forearm with closed fist indicating inside of turn Move other fist in vertical circle indicating direction of track or wheel rotation V1104052 V V1065936 V1065937 TURN Raise forearm with closed fist indicating inside of...

Page 136: ...er arm extended laterally hand open downward move arm back and forth EMERGENCY STOP With both arms extended laterally hands open downward wave arms back and forth V1065922 V1104053 V1104054 STOP ENGINE Draw thumb or forefinger across throat RETRACT TELESCOPIC DIPPER ARM With either arm outstretched horizontally in front of body close fingers and point thumb in direction of required movement EXTEND...

Page 137: ...risks when working with unhealthy material and ways to avoid personal injuries Further safety rules and warnings texts are given within the respective sections WARNING Risk of burns Hot machine parts could cause burns Allow hot machine parts to cool before performing adjustments or service Wear personal protective equipment Safety when servicing 135 ...

Page 138: ...ot machine parts to cool before performing adjustments or service Wear personal protective equipment Pull the ignition key off and pull down the control lockout lever in order to eliminate the risk of unintended starting of the engine Turn the battery disconnect switch off when servicing the machine The stability of the machine is a prerequisite for safe assembly maintenance and repair work When r...

Page 139: ...the engine is stopped there is a remaining accumulated pressure in the pressurized systems If a system is opened without having first released the pressure liquid under high pressure will jet out When checking for leaks use paper or hardboard not your hand Make sure that stepping surfaces handholds and anti slip surfaces are free from oil diesel fuel dirt and ice Never step on parts of the machine...

Page 140: ...Release the pressure in the hydraulic system before starting the service work 138 Safety when servicing Before service read ...

Page 141: ...other liquids dangerous to the environment and released into the environment will cause damage Oil degrades very slowly in water and sediment One litre of oil can destroy millions of litres of drinking water NOTE In common for all points below is that all waste is to be handed over to a treatment and disposal firm approved by the authorities When draining oils and liquids must be collected in suit...

Page 142: ...hat the cab is parallel to tracks that allows best possible leaving situation Use the three point approach to leave the cab by using two hands and one foot or one hand and both feet Use stepping surfaces and handholds Always face the machine when leaving the cab Do not jump off Alternative exit path The alternative exit path is the rear window its location is marked with an information decal In ca...

Page 143: ...1 seconds and grade III at least 15 seconds A hand held fire extinguisher ABE I normally corresponds to a powder content of 4 kg 8 8 lb EN grade 13A89BC standard EN 3 1995 parts 1 2 4 and 5 Fire prevention measures Do not smoke or have an open flame near a machine when filling with fuel or when the fuel system is opened and in contact with the surrounding air Diesel fuel oil is flammable and must ...

Page 144: ...tely high pressure and temperature Protect electrical leads in an appropriate way Take extra care when cleaning a machine working in a fire sensitive environment for example saw mill and refuse dumps The risk of spontaneous combustion can be further reduced by installing insulation of the silencer guard It is important that the fire extinguisher is maintained in order to work when it is needed 142...

Page 145: ...ps at the slightest sign of fire 1 Stop the machine if the machine is in motion 2 Lower attachments to the ground 3 Move the control lockout lever to locked position if so equipped 4 Turn the ignition key to stop position 5 Exit the cab 6 Call the fire brigade 7 If possible to access safely disconnect the battery read explanation on page 79 8 Attempt to put out the fire if possible Otherwise move ...

Page 146: ...ment and protective goggles Paint remover or other chemicals use a portable air extractor respiratory protective equipment and protective gloves Grinding machine use a portable air extractor respiratory protective equipment and protective gloves and goggles Never burn painted parts after they have been discarded They should be disposed of by a licensed disposal plant Heated rubber and plastics Pol...

Page 147: ...a part which has been very hot and which may be made of fluoro carbon rubber should be decontaminated by thorough and ample washing with lime water As a precaution all seals O rings and other oil seals should be handled as if they were made of fluoro carbon rubber The hydrofluoric acid may remain on the machine parts for several years after a fire If swelling redness or a stinging feeling appears ...

Page 148: ...e may leak out Do not connect a discharged battery in series with a fully charged battery Risk for explosion Discarded batteries must be taken care of according to national environmental requirements Starting with booster batteries see page 76 Charging batteries see page 167 Crystalline silica quartz dust Crystalline silica is a basis component of sand and granite Therefore many activities at cons...

Page 149: ... tube and fittings Do not use your bare hand to check for leaks Tighten all connections Consult your Volvo dealer for the recommended tightening torque If any of the following conditions are found replace the parts Consult your Volvo dealer End fittings are damaged or leaking Outer coverings are chafed or cut Strengthening wires are exposed Outer coverings are ballooning Flexible part of the hoses...

Page 150: ...ge 228 Service history is a valuable document which is referred to when selling the machine Arrival Inspection Before the machine leaves the factory it is tested and adjusted The dealer or distributor must also carry out arrival inspections according to the applicable form Delivery Inspection Before the machine leaves the factory it is tested and adjusted The dealer or distributor must also carry ...

Page 151: ...ific machine Service points Service positions rear left side and right side 1 2 3 4 4 7 6 5 13 14 8 9 10 11 12 V1195982 15 1 Fuel prefilter water separator 2 Fuel filter 3 Fuel filler neck 4 Engine oil filler necks two 5 Expansion tank 6 Engine oil dipstick 7 Engine oil filter 8 Hydraulic oil filter 9 Hydraulic oil level sight glass including filler neck and filter 10 Hydraulic oil tank Maintenanc...

Page 152: ...11 Radiator 12 Coolant filler neck 13 Air filter 14 Battery 15 Battery quick connector 150 Maintenance ...

Page 153: ...Check the hydraulic oil level Replace fuel filter Change the hydraulic oil Check coolant level Replace the hydraulic oil filter Change coolant Check the V belt tension V1087231 Clean air filter Check engine oil level V1087232 Change air filter Change engine oil V1087233 Replace cab ventilation filter Replace engine oil filter Change travel gear oil Grease nipple Maintenance Lubrication and service...

Page 154: ...Every 10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000 and 3000 operating hours according to Service Programme of the machine V1177459 152 Maintenance Lubrication and service chart ...

Page 155: ...d check start stop instruments warning lamps lights wiper washer horn decals reflectors back up travel alarm heater and so on check end position dampening cylinder at boom Machine visual check for leakages loose connections external damages cracks and wear damages Fan belt visual check for cracks and interferences Engine oil level check 158 Coolant level check 157 Water separator check and drain i...

Page 156: ...ulic oil cooler check clean when necessary check more often when working under dirty or dusty conditions 163 Radiator hoses and clamps check and replace when necessary minimum once a year workshop job 1 Hydraulic oil filter replace first after 50 hours workshop job 1 Hydraulic pump suction hose and pressure hose check and replace if necessary workshop job 1 Water separator filter element draining ...

Page 157: ...very 750 hours workshop job 1 Hydraulic oil filter in filling device replace if using bio oil every 750 hours workshop job 1 Hydraulic pressure check workshop job 1 Valve clearance check and adjust workshop job 1 Track gearbox oil change workshop job 1 Cab main filter replace workshop job 1 Secondary air filter replace or earlier when primary filter is replaced the third time minimum every second ...

Page 158: ...m every fourth year only VOLVO coolant VCS workshop job 1 EVERY 3000 hours After carrying out daily 50 250 500 1000 and 1500 hour services Page Injection timing check workshop job 1 Injection pump check workshop job 1 1 Contact a qualified service technician 156 Maintenance Lubrication and service chart ...

Page 159: ...s near the LOW MIN top up with coolant Coolant level topping up NOTICE In order to avoid damage to engine and cooling system different brands of coolant or corrosion protection must not be mixed 1 Remove the cap from the expansion tank 1 2 Top up coolant 3 Reinstall the cap on the expansion tank If the warning of high coolant temperature is shown on the display unit stop the engine immediately Che...

Page 160: ... level must be below the maximum level and well above the minimum level B If necessary fill hydraulic oil through filler neck on the hydraulic oil level sight glass not into hydraulic main filter opening For quality of hydraulic oil please refer to the table of fuels and lubricants on page 183 NOTE If the hydraulic system is filled with biodegradable hydraulic oil from the factory see sticker on f...

Page 161: ...ater separator for water and dirt accumulations 3 If the water level is over or near the drain water mark 1 or dirt accumulations can be seen the water separator must be drained and cleaned Water separator draining and cleaning 1 Close the fuel valve 2 by turning it counterclockwise to position C 2 Place a suitable collecting vessel underneath the water separator 3 Release the swivel nut 4 and rem...

Page 162: ...as two main purposes Add grease to the bearing to reduce friction between pin and bushing Replace old grease which may contain dirt The grease in the space inside the outer seal collects dirt and prevents dirt and also water from penetrating into the bearing Therefore grease the bearing until new clean grease is forced out through the outer seal For recommended grease see page 179 Wipe off grease ...

Page 163: ... measure on both tracks sag A under the roller which is the closest to the center of the undercarriage between the track pad and the track roller 6 The rubber track is correctly tensioned when a sag A of 15 to 25 mm 0 59 to 0 98 in target 20 mm 0 79 in is reached 7 For steel tracks only for EC18E ECR18E measure on both tracks sag B from the frame of undercarriage under a roller until the surface o...

Page 164: ...ess grease through grease nipple C into the adjustment cylinder 10 In order to increase sagging of the track loosen valve unit B by one revolution so that the grease can be drained off Tighten the valve unit when the sag of the track is correct 11 Run the track several times in forward and reverse and verify that the sag is still correct NOTE For quality of grease please refer to the table of fuel...

Page 165: ...emove it 3 Reinstall the panel after the service is done Clean radiator hydraulic oil cooler unit 1 with compressed air from inside the engine compartment through the fan to outside NOTICE Preferably only clean the radiator fins with compressed air Only clean the engine with water when it is cold Primary air filter cleaning and replacing Air filter cleaning NOTE Avoid damaging or denting of the fr...

Page 166: ...le cracks NOTE Use only genuine filters Non genuine filters do not fit and cause danger to the engine NOTE Operating the machine without air filter can lead to major damage Make sure an air filter is always fitted Air filter replacing Replace the primary filter once a year or earlier if clogging signal goes on 1 Open the locking hooks for the housing lid and remove filter 3 2 Replace the filter an...

Page 167: ...ng the machine without air filter can lead to major damage Make sure an air filter is always fitted Replace secondary filter 4 when you have replaced the primary air filter three times or every second year The secondary filter must not be cleaned The engine must not be operated just with the secondary filter installed Take care of filters oils liquids in an environmentally safe way see page 137 3 ...

Page 168: ...gine is running NOTE The fuel tank should be filled at the end of each working day This prevents the formation of condensation water as far as possible In case of excessive contamination of the fuel the fuel tank can be drained via the drain plug under the tank on the left hand side of the frame by a qualified service technician Check the fuel tank capacity on page 190 Fuel filling 1 Park the mach...

Page 169: ...Fuel system bleeding The machine has a self bleeding system Maintenance Maintenance service when required 167 ...

Page 170: ...s Always charge a battery in well ventilated areas WARNING Risk of chemical burns Contact with battery acid causes serious chemical burns Always wear personal protective gloves goggles and clothing when handling batteries WARNING Risk of chemical burns The battery electrolyte contains corrosive sulphuric acid which could cause severe chemical burns If electrolyte spilled on your bare skin remove i...

Page 171: ... The alternator is sensitive to incorrect connections The connecting poles of the battery must never be mixed up by mistake The poles are distinctly marked with or Incorrect connection immediately damages the rectifier in the alternator Make sure that cable lugs and poles are clean well tightened and greased with Vaseline or similar Welding NOTE Welding on the machine is not allowed If welding on ...

Page 172: ...cleaned regularly from of soil and clay NOTE Daily clean the areas on the machine where dust chips and similar may collect in order to minimise the risk of fire see page 141 Place the machine in a place intended for cleaning Follow the instructions supplied with the car care product The water temperature must not exceed 80 C 176 F If high pressure wash is used keep a distance of at least 40 cm 16 ...

Page 173: ...ish when required Paint finish maintenance Machines which are used in corrosive environment suffer more from rust than others As a preventive measure it is recommended that the paint finish should be maintained every sixth months At first clean the machine Apply a transparent waxy anti rust agent A protective layer of underseal may be applied under the mudguards where mechanical wear is expected T...

Page 174: ...andling and animal feed industries require daily attention and cleaning of the engine compartment and surrounding areas When operating in other environments inspection and cleaning is required at least once a week Loose material is removed with for example compressed air Cleaning should preferably be carried out at the end of the working shift before the machine is parked Use personal protective e...

Page 175: ...and eye protection when replacing bucket teeth A special tool may be ordered to facilitate replacement of teeth The tool are available in different sizes depending on tooth size Contact your dealer for further information Removing bucket tooth 1 Lower the bucket to the ground and angle it slightly upward 2 Clean the opening for tooth adapter locking device 3 Knock out the locking device with a ham...

Page 176: ...ith a new part 4 Install the locking device so that the chamfered part points downward and the lock retainer points forward 5 Knock down the locking device with a hammer until it is level with the upper part of the tooth adapter 6 Bucket tooth Knock down the locking device further with a hammer and the tool or other suitable drift until the upper part is just below the scored line in the hole V117...

Page 177: ...he tool or other suitable drift until the upper part is just below the shown line in the hole and is engaged NOTE Replace the steel pin in connection with replacement of tooth adapter V1178785 Locking device in ripper tooth Maintenance Maintenance service when required 175 ...

Page 178: ...y deterioration such as deformation or cracking replace the clamps at the same as the hoses When replacing the hoses always replace the O rings gaskets and other related parts at the same time The replacements should be carried out by a qualified service technician Inspection interval Item Daily Fuel hydraulic hoses leakage of connections and end fittings Monthly Fuel hydraulic hoses leakage damag...

Page 179: ...ealing and to prevent corrosion Freezing weather After working fill up the fuel tank to prevent water from condensing in the tank Use the recommended lubricants 179 Fully charge the batteries regularly electrolyte may freeze Ventilate well especially when the batteries are charged in a confined space 167 When storing machines in extremely cold temperature remove batteries and store them at room te...

Page 180: ...orter service intervals 163 165 Clean the clogging net for radiator and oil cooler at shorter service intervals 163 Clean the areas on the machine where dust chips and similar may collect at shorter service intervals in order to minimize the risk of fire 169 Pay attention to and clean the engine compartment and surrounding areas regularly 172 178 Maintenance Maintenance service when required ...

Page 181: ...d meet our quality requirements The approval of Volvo is required if any other oil base quality e g biologically degradable oil is to be used NOTE BIO OIL and mineral oil must be disposed separately Mixing is prohibited Oil quality Viscosity under different ambient temperatures Engine Engine oil Volvo Ultra Diesel Engine Oil API CD CF CF 4 CI 4 Hydraulic system Hydraulic oil Acc to ISO 6743 4 HV o...

Page 182: ... Society of Testing and Material SAE Society of Automotive Engineers ISO International Standardization Organization API American Petroleum Institute NOTE Use engine oil of type SAE 10W SAE 10W 30 or SAE 15W 40 if the engine is to be started under an ambient temperature of less than 0 C 32 F even if the daytime temperature rises up to 10 C 50 F 180 Specifications Recommended lubricants ...

Page 183: ...erval Volvo Ultra Diesel Engine Oil or VDS 3 or VDS 2 ACEA E7 or VDS 2 API CI 4 or VDS 2 EO N Premium plus 250 hour 125 hour 75 hour VDS 2 250 hour 125 hour 75 hour VDS ACEA E3 or ACEA E7 E5 E4 or API CI 4 CH 4 CG 4 125 hour 75 hour 50 hour Specifications Recommended lubricants 181 ...

Page 184: ... The concentrated coolant must not be mixed with water that contains a high degree of lime hard water salt or metals The clean water for the cooling system must also meet the following requirements Description Value Total number of solid particles 340 ppm Total hardness 9 5 dH Chloride 40 ppm Sulphate 100 ppm pH value 5 5 9 Silica 20 mg SiO2 litre Iron 0 10 mg Fe litre Manganese 0 05 mg Mn litre E...

Page 185: ... completion machine for other conditions like engine starting performance In this range a warming up period is needed to obtain proper performance C Ambient temperature range to operate machine under special conditions not a recommendation for general use conditions Additional recommendation for severe cold areas A field solution for severe cold condition of ambient temperature between 40 C and 20...

Page 186: ...ing to the working temperature please contact a workshop authorized by Volvo Construction Equipment Biodiesel fuel Vegetable oils and or ester also referred to as bio diesel e g methyl esper or rapeseed RME are in some markets offered both as a pure product or for mixing with diesel fuel Volvo Construction Equipment accept an additive quantity of max 7 bio diesel fuel to the diesel fuel ready mixe...

Page 187: ...l which may lead to clogging of the fuel system if the machine has not been used over a long period Warranty The warranty does not apply to damage caused by an admixture of more than 7 of biodiesel fuel Specifications Fuel system 185 ...

Page 188: ...e resources such as vegetable oils or animal fat Biodiesel that has been chemically processed into fatty acid methyl ester FAME can be blended with distillate diesel fuel and used in some diesel engines Unblended biodiesel is referred to as B100 because it is 100 biodiesel Rapeseed methyl ester RME is the most common type of FAME used in Europe Soy methyl ester SME and sunflower oil methyl ester S...

Page 189: ...EU Stage IIIA US Tier 3 D9 D16 Up to B20 EU Stage IIIB US Tier 4 interim EU Stage IV US Tier 4 final D11 D16 Up to B10 EU Stage IIIB US Tier 4 interim equipped with High Sulphur Fuel Conversion Kit only available in unregulated markets EU Stage IV US Tier 4 final equipped with High Sulphur Fuel Conversion Kit only available in unregulated markets Up to B20 As Tier 2 and Tier 3 emissions regulation...

Page 190: ...t fuel filter replacements Start with new fuel filters when using biodiesel for the first time Biodiesel is aggressive to some materials used in fuel system components Inspect seals hoses rubber and plastic components every 10 hours Repair or replace any components that are damaged softened or leaking Clean biodiesel from painted surfaces immediately to prevent paint damage Biodiesel is more sensi...

Page 191: ...es below 0 C 32 F and may cause problems starting the engine Use a fuel heater or park machines in a heated building if possible Effects of biodiesel on emissions compliance Engines are certified to comply with U S EPA California and EU emissions standards based upon the use of test fuels with specifications established by these regulatory agencies Alternative fuels including biodiesel that are no...

Page 192: ...raulic oil tank 15 6 4 12 Hydraulic system total 21 5 55 Track gearbox 2 x 0 33 2 x 0 09 Oil and fluid changes Operating hours Engine oil 50 1st time inspection 250 Hydraulic oil 1000 750 if biodegradable oil is used Track gearbox 1000 Change intervals Please see lubrication and service chart on page 152 190 Specifications Service capacities and change intervals ...

Page 193: ...et 11 2 kW at 2300 rpm Engine power gross ISO 3046 1 for EU market SAE J1995 for US market 11 8 kW at 2300 rpm Max torque ISO 3046 1 52 Nm at 1800 rpm Number of cylinders 3 Cylinder bore 72 mm 2 83 in Stroke 73 6 mm 2 9 in Displacement 898 cm3 54 8 cu in Compression ratio 24 1 Firing sequence 1 2 3 Idling speed low 1500 rpm 50 rpm Idling speed high 2740 rpm Specifications Engine 191 ...

Page 194: ...2 Ah 42 70 Ah a 70 Ah Alternator 12 V 40 A Starter motor 12 V 1 4 kW a Depending on machine configuration Relays and fuses Relays and fuses are located on the left hand side of the machine behind the side cover Relays Relay Function RE 3301 Starter motor RE 2302 Engine stop RE 3507 Working lights 192 Specifications Electrical system ...

Page 195: ...ion FU01 30 A Main fuse FU02 20 A Fuse starter motor FU03 20 A Main fuse engine stop solenoid FU04 5 A Instrument cluster supply Solenoid engine stop Relay engine stop Relay working lights FU05 3 A Preheating Specifications Electrical system 193 ...

Page 196: ...2 10 A Windscreen wiper and washer FU13 5 A Instrument cluster supply FU14 10 A Hydraulic functions Rotating warning beacon green FU15 7 5 A Radio equipment b interior light b FU16 15 A Power outlet horn Combined switch right joystick b FU17 10 A Rotating warning beacon FU18 10 A A ECU W ECU Hydraulic safety FU19 10 A A ECU W ECU a only Standard machines with electronic b optional equipment NOTE U...

Page 197: ...ring real operating conditions at its intended use is less than 2 5 m s2 RMS root mean square 8 1 ft s2 acceleration according to ISO 8041 Whole body vibrations Emission of whole body vibration during real operating conditions at its intended use is according to the table below Typical operating conditions Vibration emission value 1 4aw eqx RMS Vibration emission value 1 4aw eqy RMS Vibration emis...

Page 198: ...ation emission value declared by the manufacturer in accordance with European Standard is not intended to determine the whole body vibration exposure to the operator using this machine To ensure that the whole body vibration emission during machine use is kept to a minimum see Whole body vibrations Sound information Canopy Cab Sound pressure level LpA at operator position Measurement according to ...

Page 199: ... 20 bar 290 psi Operating pressure Hydraulic system 170 bar 2466 psi 210 bar 3046 psi Secondary pressure Boom cylinder full bore or piston side 250 bar 3626 psi Boom cylinder rod side 250 bar 3626 psi 280 bar 4061 psi Dipper arm cylinder full bore or piston side 250 bar 3626 psi 280 bar 4061 psi Dipper arm cylinder rod side 280 bar 4061 psi 250 bar 3626 psi Specifications Hydraulic system 197 ...

Page 200: ...ondary brake Hydrostatic brake on one motor in case one counterbalance valve fails If the travelling levers are released the machine will come to a stop after a few seconds Parking brake Place the bucket and the blade to the ground Slewing system Slewing system Slewing ring with internal gearing and remote lubrication Slewing speed 9 4 0 8 0 6 rpm Brake system Parking brake Automatic interlocking ...

Page 201: ... 9 06 in rubber tracks cab short arm pin on bucket 450 500 and 75 kg 165 lb operator 1638 kg 3611 lb 1809 kg 3988 lb 1697 kg 3741 lb 1967 kg 4336 lb Maximum machine weight Machine with 230 mm 9 06 in rubber tracks cab long arm 38 kg 84 lb additional counterweight 140 kg 308 6 lb hammer breaker HB02TLN with pin on attach OPG level 2 3 of the operational weight for options and 120 kg 265 lb operator...

Page 202: ... configuration weight Version EC15D EC18D ECR18E EC20D Cab 0 29 kg cm 28 4 kPa 0 29 kg cm 28 4 kPa 0 31 kg cm 30 4 kPa Canopy 0 28 kg cm 27 5 kPa 0 27 kg cm 26 5 kPa 0 27 kg cm 26 5 kPa 0 30 kg cm 29 4 kPa 200 Specifications Ground pressure ...

Page 203: ... arm 1150 45 3 Short arm 950 37 4 Long arm 1150 45 3 Short arm 1050 41 3 Long arm 1350 53 1 G Highest position dozer blade short blade long blade 221 8 7 225 8 86 267 10 51 259 10 2 H Lowest position dozer blade short blade long blade 267 10 51 296 11 65 386 15 2 404 15 91 I Tumbler length 1081 42 56 1240 48 82 J Track length 1462 57 56 1620 63 78 Specifications Dimensions 201 ...

Page 204: ...3707 145 94 3554 139 92 N Overall height of engine hood 1439 56 65 1433 56 42 1439 56 65 O Minimum ground clearance 182 7 17 162 6 38 P Dozer blade height short blade long blade 221 8 70 231 9 09 231 9 09 241 9 49 Q Shoe width 230 9 06 R Ground clearance to superstructure 453 17 83 456 17 95 S Front slew radius 1455 57 28 1476 58 11 1455 57 28 1476 58 11 1575 62 01 1568 61 73 1679 66 10 1732 68 29...

Page 205: ...7 4 Long arm 1150 45 3 Short arm 950 37 4 Long arm 1150 45 3 Short arm 950 37 4 Long arm 1150 45 3 Short arm 1050 41 3 Long arm 1350 53 1 W Overall width of superstructure 1000 39 37 X Tail slew radius 1018 40 08 688 27 09 1018 40 08 not available Specifications Dimensions 203 ...

Page 206: ...3 2625 103 35 2733 107 60 2908 114 49 C Maximum digging depth with dozer blade lowered 2234 87 9 5 2434 95 8 3 2234 87 9 5 2434 95 8 3 2234 87 9 5 2434 95 8 3 2279 89 7 2 2579 101 54 D Maximum vertical wall digging depth 1880 74 0 2 2091 82 3 2 1898 74 7 2 2091 82 3 2 1897 74 6 9 2091 82 3 2 1713 67 4 4 1999 78 7 0 E Maximum digging reach at ground level 3800 149 61 3993 157 20 3799 149 57 3993 15...

Page 207: ...45 3 Short arm 1050 41 3 Long arm 1350 53 1 W Machine width min max 1000 39 37 X Tail slew radius 1018 40 08 688 27 09 1018 40 08 Y1 Boom offset 525 20 67 640 25 20 545 21 46 Y2 Boom offset 418 16 46 516 20 31 389 15 57 Z1 Max boom angle left 55 Z2 Max boom angle right 75 Z3 Min Max a 990 38 98 994 39 13 1352 53 23 a no variable tracks Specifications Working ranges 205 ...

Page 208: ...23 6 in at bucket blade 443 mm 17 4 in 539 mm 21 2 in Break out force at bucket blade 12 90 kN 2900 lbf 18 27 kN 4107 lbf ISO SAE 11 45 kN 2574 lbf 16 44 kN 3696 lbf Tear out force at bucket blade 7 95 kN 1787 lbf 6 95 kN 1562 lbf 12 29 kN 2763 lbf 10 33 kN 2322 lbf ISO SAE 7 70 kN 1731 lbf 6 76 kN 1520 lbf 11 93 kN 2682 lbf 10 08 kN 2266 lbf Angle of rotation bucket 196 199 206 Specifications Dig...

Page 209: ...cab not in machines without safety valves The specified values are valid for a machine without attachment and without attachment bracket NOTE If handling is accomplished in lifting gear operation the weight of the attachments must be subtracted from the values stated in the table on level and firm ground with rubber tracks equipment during full rotation equipment parallel to the axis of the supers...

Page 210: ...without safety valve on dozer blade V1197657 15711149 P02 ISO 10567 L F Mini Maxi VOLVO EC15E C X P 170 bar 360 C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load 208 Specifications Lifting capacities ...

Page 211: ... boom and dozer blade V1197658 15711152 P02 ISO 10567 Mini Maxi VOLVO EC15E C L F FB X P 170 bar 360 C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load Specifications Lifting capacities 209 ...

Page 212: ... without safety valve on dozer blade V1197659 15711155 P02 ISO 10567 L F Mini Maxi VOLVO EC15E C X P 170 bar 360 C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load 210 Specifications Lifting capacities ...

Page 213: ...per arm boom and dozer blade V1197660 15711163 P02 ISO 10567 VOLVO EC15E C L F FB X P 170 bar 360 C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load Specifications Lifting capacities 211 ...

Page 214: ...ab North America only V1197896 15710704 ISO 10567 Kg L VOLVO EC18E X P 170 bar P 2465 psi 360 L length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load 212 Specifications Lifting capacities ...

Page 215: ... Canopy North America only V1197897 15710707 P02 ISO 10567 Kg L X P 170 bar 360 VOLVO EC18E L length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load Specifications Lifting capacities 213 ...

Page 216: ...without safety valve on dozer blade V1197661 15711150 P02 ISO 10567 L F Mini Maxi VOLVO EC18E C X P 170 bar 360 C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load 214 Specifications Lifting capacities ...

Page 217: ...18E Cab with safety valves on dipper arm boom and dozer blade C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load Specifications Lifting capacities 215 ...

Page 218: ... without safety valve on dozer blade V1197663 15711156 P02 ISO 10567 L F Mini Maxi VOLVO EC18E C X P 170 bar 360 C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load 216 Specifications Lifting capacities ...

Page 219: ...rm boom and dozer blade V1197664 15711165 P02 ISO 10567 Mini Maxi VOLVO EC18E C L F FB X P 170 bar 360 C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load Specifications Lifting capacities 217 ...

Page 220: ... Canopy North America only V1197898 15710708 P02 ISO 10567 Kg L X P 170 bar 360 VOLVO ECR18E L length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load 218 Specifications Lifting capacities ...

Page 221: ... without safety valve on dozer blade V1197665 15711157 P02 ISO 10567 L F Mini Maxi VOLVO ECR18E C X P 170 bar 360 C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load Specifications Lifting capacities 219 ...

Page 222: ...rm boom and dozer blade V1197666 15711166 P02 ISO 10567 Mini Maxi VOLVO ECR18E C L F FB X P 170 bar 360 C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load 220 Specifications Lifting capacities ...

Page 223: ...ab North America only V1197899 15710705 ISO 10567 Kg L VOLVO EC20E X P 210 bar P 3045 psi 360 L length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load Specifications Lifting capacities 221 ...

Page 224: ...es EC20E Canopy North America only V1197900 15710709 P02 ISO 10567 Kg L VOLVO EC20E L length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load 222 Specifications Lifting capacities ...

Page 225: ...without safety valve on dozer blade V1197667 15711151 P02 ISO 10567 L F Mini Maxi VOLVO EC20E C X P 210 bar 360 C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load Specifications Lifting capacities 223 ...

Page 226: ... boom and dozer blade V1197668 15711154 P02 ISO 10567 Mini Maxi VOLVO EC20E C L F FB X P 210 bar 360 C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load 224 Specifications Lifting capacities ...

Page 227: ... without safety valve on dozer blade V1197669 15711162 P02 ISO 10567 L F Mini Maxi VOLVO EC20E C X P 210 bar 360 C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load Specifications Lifting capacities 225 ...

Page 228: ...rm boom and dozer blade V1197670 15711167 P02 ISO 10567 Mini Maxi VOLVO EC20E C L F FB X P 210 bar 360 C additional counterweight LB length of dipper arm Limited by machine s hydraulic lifting capacity rather than tipping load 226 Specifications Lifting capacities ...

Page 229: ...7 mm 2 24 in Flow rate 19 38 l min 5 10 US gal min Operating pressure 9 12 MPa Impact rate 450 1000 bpm a incl bracket pins tool b incl tool but without breaker bracket Hammer tools A Moil point B Pyramid moil C Chisel parallel D Chisel transversal E Blunt F Spade GCompacting plate A B F G V1161653 C D E Specifications Hammer 227 ...

Page 230: ...vice 1000 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 1250 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 1500 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 1750 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 2000 hours Type of service Signatur...

Page 231: ...amp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 3500 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 3750 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 4000 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 4250 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance S...

Page 232: ...e 5750 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 6000 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 6250 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 6500 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 6750 hours Type of service Signature a...

Page 233: ...e 8250 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 8500 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 8750 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 9000 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 9250 hours Type of service Signature a...

Page 234: ... 9750 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance Service 10000 hours Type of service Signature and stamp Date Hours Service and maintenance 232 Specifications Service history ...

Page 235: ...Engine 9 191 Engine oil 181 Engine oil level checking 158 Entering leaving and climbing the machine 140 Environmental requirements 9 Equipment 11 EU conformity certificate 17 F Fire extinguisher location 61 Fire prevention 141 Front windscreen rails 173 Fuel system 184 Fuel filling 166 G Ground pressure 200 H Hammer 119 227 Handling hazardous materials 144 Handling line tubes and hoses 147 High vo...

Page 236: ...rvice history 148 228 Service points 149 Service position 136 Service Programme 148 Signalling diagram 132 Slewing system 12 198 Special hydraulics 118 Starting engine 74 Starting with booster batteries 76 Stopping 78 Symbol key 151 T Tool kit 13 Touch up painting 171 Towing 82 Track unit checking tension 161 Tracks 126 Transmission 198 Transporting machine 85 Travel system 12 U Underground cables...

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