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Page 1: ...OPERATORS INSTRUCTION MANUAL 3695 miCHIGAn m i VME Group VOLVOBM EUCLID ...

Page 2: ...N MANUAL PUBLICATION NO 3695 DISTRIBUTOR ADDRESS DLR BRCH ADDRESS _ fI i i iwll dOX I ON t NO SERVICE PHONt rn J SPARE PARTS PHONE NO MACHINE SERIAL NO ENGINE TYPE NO HYDRAULIC TRANSM TYPE NO STARTING KEY NO CAB KEY NO Printed in U S A ...

Page 3: ... reserved to make changes in design and improvements whenever it is believed the efficiency of the product will be improved without incurring any obligation to incorporate such improvements in any product which has been shipped or is in service SAFETY REGULATIONS Each country has its own safety legislation It is in the operator s own interest to be conversant with these regulations and to comply w...

Page 4: ...ifications or changes both the customer and manufacture should be notified in writing SPARK ARRESTER MAY BE REQUIRED Many states and other governmental entities have adopted laws and regulations which require spark arresters on machines operating on or near forests brush or grass covered lands within their jurisdiction The Federal government also has regulations Forest Services which require spark...

Page 5: ...perate 32 Procedure Before Starting 32 Run In Instructions 34 Starting Engine 35 Before Operating 36 Operating the Machine 37 General Information 37 Application 38 PARKING MACHINE 43 Short Term 43 Long Term 44 TRANSPORTING 46 TOWING 46 DELIVERY AND SITE TO SITE INFORMATION 46 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 47 Service Position 47 A Few Simple Rules When Servicing 48 Maintenance Intervals 51 Basic Maintenan...

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Page 7: ...Cummins LT 10 C250 diesel engine DRIVE TRAIN The drivetrain includes a high efficiency single stage single phase torque converter and a countershaft type powershift with directional clutch modulation transmission The fixed front and oscillating rear axles utilize full floating axle shafts with planetary type hub reductions in each wheel Limited slip differentials are included in both the front and...

Page 8: ...articulated frame machine is equipped with a fully hydraulic steering system with a separate pump and two double acting cylinders CAB The machine is equipped with a cab that has been RaPS FOPS tested and approved in accordance with SAE J1040C and SAE J231 The cab is equipped with a filtered fresh air heater and pressurizing system The cab has two exits one through the left hand door and the other ...

Page 9: ...r instructions before the machine was delivered to you Follow Up Inspections It is important that the machine receive further checks Retightening of bolts checking adjustments and other minor measures have to be carried out You are entitled to two service inspections free of charge The first must be carried out within the first 30 days or 100 hours of operation The second is to be completed within...

Page 10: ...er to the machine plates warning and information decals which are installed on the machine It is the responsibility of the operator to make sure that the yellow and black warning decals are readable otherwise accidents may occur If the decals are no longer readable new ones should be ordered and installed 4 ...

Page 11: ...f cab 7 WARNING ROPS Located at upper right rear of cab 8 MICHIGAN Model designation both sides 9 L 140 Model designation both sides 10 WARNING Jump start Radiator cowling above the battery box both sides 11 WARNING Side Panel On engine compartment hoodsides 12 WARNING Articulated Warning 2 Located on front side of fuel tank and front side of hydraulic tank 13 Transmission oil level Front of rear ...

Page 12: ...ne plates warning and information decals which are installed on the machine It is the responsibility of the operator to make sure that the yellow and black warning decals are readable otherwise accidents may occur If the decals are no longer readable new ones should be ordered and installed 6 ...

Page 13: ...d Warning 2 Located on the front side of the Hydraulic tank and the front side of the fuel tank 10 Hydraulic Oil Filter Located on the top front of the hydraulic tank 11 WARNING Hydraulic Pressure Warning On top front of hydraulic tank 12 Important Pressure Relief Element Located on the hydraulic tank between the ladder mounts 13 Transmission Drain Bottom of transmission 14 Transmission Oil Filter...

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Page 15: ...facture every machine is assigned a product identification serial number to identify that machine from all others built by the VME Group The following breakdown explains the product identification serial numbering system 000 X orXXX L4 Plant of Manufacture 1 to 3 letters 3 Production Sequence Number 2 Production Lot Letter L 1 Model Engine Version 3 or 4 digits Always use the complete product iden...

Page 16: ...40137 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Serial Number LOCATIONS Rear frame Iocated on the RH frame assembly to the rear of the battery box Front frame Iocated on the RH rear of the front frame assembly Axle serial number 10 ...

Page 17: ...TS40288 TS17959 TS40139 Engine serial number Torque Converter serial number Transmission serial number 11 ...

Page 18: ...for low blower fan speed push the rocker switch to the middle position for medium blower fan speed Push the rocker switch to the right for high blower fan speed 2 TEMPERATURE SWITCH Controls the cab air temperature Push the rocker switch to the left to turn on the air conditioner Push the rocker switch to the right to turn on the heater Push the rocker switch to the middle position to turn the air...

Page 19: ...he sound of the pump motor If the system does not operate correctly report any needed repairs before operating the machine Push the switch to the right to test the warning lights for proper operation 5 COLDSTARTSWITCH In ambient temperatures of 10 G 50 F or below it may be necessary to engage the cold start switch Turn the ignition switch key to the START position and begin to crank the engine Pus...

Page 20: ...king Brake Engaged Solid amber light Parking Brake Engaged transmission in gear solid amber light and warning buzzer 8 BRAKE PUMP DIFFERENTIAL WARNING LIGHT Two indications Brake pump failure solid red light and warning buzzer Pressure differential between front and rear brake systems flashing red light 9 FRONT BRAKE WARNING LIGHT Flashing red light indicates low front brake accumulator pressure 1...

Page 21: ...NSMISSIONFILTER WARNING LIGHT Solid red light that warns when transmission fluid is at filter bypass pressure transmission filter requiring immediate servicing 14 LUBE FAULT WARNING LIGHT Optional Solid red light when automatic lube system has either condition High lube pressure Low lube level 15 ENGINEOIL PRESSURE Optional Flashing red light indicates low engine oil pressure 16 COOLANT LEVEL TEMP...

Page 22: ...V IC _ _ 1 DJU o SfHItOG OOIOI_IO OW IMPORTANT U _OO_ OII aCI 1 I W M _ _D _ _ _ 0 1 2 15 I_r u 16 E COOl r U lEu lfllHU TUM 17 GE I llf T 18 19 ffi C w x 0 W o l UlOID z i o zo 000 X tID z iii 2 000 0000 16 o T840273 T840275 ...

Page 23: ...ghts 15 Amp Heater 15 Amp Horn Monitor Boom BucketiLube 15 Amp Side Lights 15 Amp Front Lights 15 Amp Brake Lights 15 Amp Ignition 15 Amp Other Circuit Breakers Main located in engine compartment 100 Amp Park release Optional located in engine compartment 100 Amp If any circuit breaker is repeatedly activated troubleshoot the portion of the electrical system protected by that circuit breaker witho...

Page 24: ... the fuel tank with the ignition switch in the ON position TS19620 2 TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE GAUGE Indicates temperature of the fluid in the converter and transmission Normal operating temperature is 82 2 104 4 C 180 220 F When the needle is at the 121 C 250 F area of the gauge do not operate the machine and determine the cause TS17806 18 ...

Page 25: ...d is a warning to troubleshoot immediately If the gauge does not register within 10 to 15 seconds after engine is started shut down engine immediately and determine cause 4 AUXILIARY PARKING BRAKE RELEASE OPTIONAL In the event of a dead engine the parking brake release will activate a motor charging one of the brake accumulators and supplying release pressure to the parking brake Disengage the par...

Page 26: ... attachments requiring a 12 volt power source such as radios CBs or other attachments 7 WATER TEMPERATURE GAUGE Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant Under normal operating conditions the gauge will read 71 1 83 3 C 180 200 F If the gauge reads above 93 3 C 200 F stop work and idle the engine Determine the cause of the high engine coolant temperature WARNING Do not remove the radiator ca...

Page 27: ... the voltage available from the batteries When the needle is below 24 volts the batteries are low When the needle is between 24 and 28 volts the batteries are fully charged When the needle is in the red area with the engine running check the charging system 9 IGNITION SWITCH Energizes all gauges warning lights warning buzzer switches and starting motor Actuates starting motor only when turned all ...

Page 28: ...the knob out further to the second position for fast wiper speed 2 WINDSHIELD WASHER SWITCH Push the switch to activate the washer 3 REAR WIPER SWITCH Pull the knob out to the first position for moderate wiper speed Pull the knob out further to the second position for fast wiper speed 4 DOME LIGHTS SWITCH Push the switch to either rocker position to activate the clear dome light or the red dome li...

Page 29: ...D TS19980 5 FRONT CAB LIGHTS SWITCH Push the switch to the ON position to energize the front floodlights on the ROPS canopy 6 WARNING BEACON SWITCH OPTIONAL Push the switch to the ON position to energize the beacon on the ROPS canopy 23 ...

Page 30: ...8 0 0 o 0 7 9 T540279 Circuit breakers are provided for protection of the overhead instrument panel circuits Circuit breaker protection is provided as follows WIPER WASHER FRONT FLOODS T540286 24 ...

Page 31: ...e Pull the parking brake knob out to engage the parking brake and push the knob in to release the parking brake TURN SIGNAL EMERGENCY FLASHER SWITCH To signal for a left turn push the lever upward To signal for a right turn pull the turn signal lever down To activate the emergency flashers pull the switch outward Push in to deactivate The red light on the switch housing indicates when the signals ...

Page 32: ...om lever positions are detent positions except the LOWER position Bucket Lever Pull the lever 2 all the way back for the ROLLBACK position Push the lever forward to the next position to reach the HOLD position Push the lever all the way forward to reach the DUMP position Note If the bucket is in the DUMP position you can use the bucket leveler to return the bucket to a level digging position Pull ...

Page 33: ...the operator until the red shift indicator is in the 1 position Second Gear Range Pull the gear control lever towards the operator so the shift indicator is in the 2 position Third Gear Range Pull the gear control lever towards the operator so the shift indicator is in the 3 position Fourth Gear Range Pull the gear control lever towards the operator so the shift indicator is in the 4 position Note...

Page 34: ...olumn The following describes each brake pedal function Right Brake Pedal 1 Activates the service brakes 2 Provides warning for loss of pressure in both the front and rear brake systems 3 provides brake light illuminations Left Brake Pedal 1 Sends pilot pressure to the right brake pedal which in turn activates the service brakes when applied 2 Provides hydraulic signal for declutching transmission...

Page 35: ...ncrease weight settinq Turn knob 1 counterclockwise to decrease weight settinq Adjustment of the Seat Base Height and Tilt To raise front of seat pull lever 1 up while leaning backward When desired position is reached release lever To lower front of seat pull lever 1 up while leaning forward When desired position is reached release lever Adjustment of the Seat Base Height and Tilt To raise rear of...

Page 36: ...ion lean forward and pull lever 1 upward Adjustment of the Armrest Angl e To raise the armrest up lift armrest and turn adjusting knob 1 clockwise Lower and check adjustment Turn knob 1 clockwise to increase armrest height Seat Base Slide Adjustment To move the seat forward pull lever 1 upward and slowly move the seat forward To move the seat backward pull lever 1 upward and push the seat back slo...

Page 37: ...ition Turn the battery disconnect switch clockwise 1 4 turn until it stops In this position the battery disconnect switch is ON This suppliescurrent to the ignition switch To Turn the Battery Disconnect Switch OFF This can be done two ways A Turn the battery disconnect switch counterclockwise 1 4 turn until it stops then turn the key 1 4 turn counterclockwiseuntil it stops Remove the key The batte...

Page 38: ...d parts Defects should be corrected prior to starting the engine 2 Daily maintenance checks should be completed Note Perform maintenance checks in a sequence to avoid repeatedly mounting and dismounting the machine A WARNING When mounting and dismounting the machine use three point mount i e Two hands and one foot one hand and two feet Don t Jump In addition to the walk around inspection and daily...

Page 39: ...mps before starting the machine by turning the key switch to the On or Acc position and depressing the test switch on the dash SEC STEER LAMPS Brake Pump Differential Warning Light Rear Brake Warning Light I Front Brake Warning Light TS40009 Air Conditioner Warning Light Secondary Steering System Warning Light Optional Transmission Filter Warning Light Lube Fault Warning Light Optional Engine Oil ...

Page 40: ...bit of watching the engine instruments closely during operation and letting up on the throttle if the coolant temperature exceeds 200 F 93 C 4 Operating with a power requirement that allows acceleration to governed speed when conditions require more power 5 Checking the oil level every 8 to 10 hours during the run in period HYDRAULIC TRANSMISSION The transmission filter and strainer must be change...

Page 41: ...ting a warm engine or in warm weather 1 Make sure the accelerator pedal is released 2 Turn the ignition switch key all the way clockwise to the START position Note DO NOT operate the starter for more than 30 seconds at one time I 3 Release the key Starting Engine in Cold Weather 1 Make sure accelerator pedal is released 2 Turn the Ignition key switch to the START Position 3 With the Ignition switc...

Page 42: ...operly Note Protect the turbo charger during start up by not accelerating above 1000 rpm until the oil has had time to circulate through the system If the engine oil pressure gauge does not show pressure within 1 to 2 seconds stop the engine and determine the cause 3 Observe the indicator lights WARNING Do not operate machine until red indicator lights are extinguished If lights do not go out have...

Page 43: ...se the bucket approximately 46 61 cm 18 24 in above the ground Move the bucket to the ROLLBACK position 4 Disengage the parking brake WARNING Sound the horn before moving the machine 5 Put the directional control lever in the FORWARD position WARNING Operate the machine only when seated Do not allow riders I 6 Use the accelerator foot pedal to control the speed of the machine WARNING Watch where y...

Page 44: ...ble Filling The Bucket Move towards the material to be loaded with the bucket tilted down slightly Shift the transmission lever to first gear Note Always downshift the transmtsslon in sequence FOURTH to THIRD THIRD to SE i OND SECOND to FIRST Do not skip gears D 2wnshiftir g into a gear when the machine is traveling faster than the rated speed for that gear may damage the drivetrain See the specif...

Page 45: ...oad I When operating with a load do not raise the bucket higher than necessary approximately 45 60 cm 18 24 in with the bucket in the rollback position This is called the carry position Note Load and carry operations should be kept to 150 m 500 ft maximum for one way travel As machine approaches dump area release pressure on accelerator pedal and downshift the transmission through the gears to sec...

Page 46: ...o the HOLD position If approach to dumpsite is on an uphill grade the machine can be slowed down be reducing pressure on accelerator foot pedal If approach to dumpsite is on a downhill grade use service brakes to slow machine WARNING Always use the service brakes when dumping over the edge of a spoil area Move bucket control lever to DUMP position When bucket is empty move bucket control lever to ...

Page 47: ... rock try to fill the first bucket with small material in order to soften the impact of larger pieces Note If you are handling sticky material shake the bucket against its mechanical stop repeatedly I When the bucket is empty move the bucket control lever to the ROLLBACK detent position and release The bucket will return to the level position automatically and the bucket control lever will return ...

Page 48: ... operation Levelling 1 When levelling keep the bottom of the bucket level with the ground and try to keep sufficient material in or in front so that hollows in the ground are filled 2 To finish leveling work keep the edge of the bucket slightly downward and reverse with slight bucket down pressure 3 A final touch can be done by reversing with the bucket flat against the ground and the boom lever i...

Page 49: ...t to the ground and make sure the levers are in the HOLD position 5 Let the engine run at low idle rpm for approximately 5 minutes to allow the engine to cool down 7 Turn the ignition switch key to the OFF position I 6 Check that all switches and controls are in the OFF position 8 When leaving the machine unattended remove the ignition switch key Lock all doors and vandalism guards to prevent thef...

Page 50: ...ition and locked For additional protection remove ground cables from batteries 9 Check tire pressures 10 Check for signs of oil or water leaks 11 Check air filter and piping 12 Check fans and all belts 13 Grease machine thoroughly 14 Install side panels if parked outside 15 Cab doors should be closed tightly If no cab is used cover cockpit with waterproof cover 16 Remove all keys 17 Store the mach...

Page 51: ... forward and backward at half high RPM Axle to be rotated to assure proper lubrication 14 All hydraulic components to be cycled to assure oil flow through the complete system 16 Set the parking brake I 15 Reposition machine with boom lowered 17 Stop the engine 18 Reinstall waterproof covering over entire cockpit if machine is not equipped with enclosed cab 19 Grease all exposed cylinder rods or an...

Page 52: ... the machine is being towed the engine should be running or the optional supplemental steering system should be operating DO NOT attempt to start the engine by towing the machine If these conditions are not met the steer lines must be connected such that the steer point is free to move or towing should be performed with an axle off the ground The machine may be towed providing a drawbar is used a ...

Page 53: ...ected 2 Bucket on the ground 3 Parking brake applied 4 Engine stopped key removed except when service requires engine operating 5 Do not operate tag or Red warning flag on steering wheel 6 The wheels blocked 7 Let machine cool 8 Pressure released from all lines tanks and accumulators WARNING If work must be done on a warm machine beware of hot fluids and components 47 ...

Page 54: ...when working with combustible materials Machines should be clean of debris particularly around the engine exhaust and drive line components Fire prevention features provided by the manufacturer should be maintained in operational condition and should be used to supplement the operator s fire prevention efforts In no case should the features be used or assumed as replacement for diligent operator e...

Page 55: ...wer the attachment or body If you must work on the machinewith the attachment or body raised always securely support the attachment or body Be sure the machine is in the SERVICEPOSITIONbefore lifting the machine Always support an elevated machine using the proper blocks and or cribbing before beginning work on it To find leakage use cardboard or wood not your hand Never adjust a pressure relief va...

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Page 57: ...ator 60 Check Cold Start System 61 Check Belt Tension 62 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Check Battery Condition 63 Check Battery Cables and Connections 63 Charging Batteries 64 Starting with Auxiliary Batteries 64 Check Exterior Lights 64 Check Neutral Start Switch 64 Check Horn 64 POWER TRANSMISSION Check Transmission Fluid Level 66 Change Transmission Fluid 66 Clean Transmission Breather 67 Clean Torque Conv...

Page 58: ...oval Check Torque of Bolts at 5 and 10 73 Hours of Operation Check Tire Condition 74 Check Tire Inflation 74 CAB Check and Clean Cab Air Filter 75 Check Wiper Blade Condition 76 Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level 76 Check Seat Belt and Mounting 76 Check Heater and Defroster 77 Check Air Conditioner 77 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM and OTHER FUNCTIONS Check Hydraulic Fluid Level 78 Change Hydraulic Fluid 79 Ch...

Page 59: ...re detailed instructions are required and these are provided on the following pages WARNING When working under raised boom or by the center hinge the boom or the center hinge must be secured Checking fluid levels General When checking fluid levels the machine should be on level ground The levels should be checked in the morning when the fluids are cold and have drained to the bottom of each compon...

Page 60: ...change intervals are not adequate if such a situation exists the oil should be changed ever 125 hours or even more often if conditions dictate 1 Bring engine to operating temperature shut down engine remove drain plugs from bottom of oil pan and drain oil 2 Install drain plugs in oil pan Tighten plug to 81 95 Nm 60 70 ft Ibs 3 Remove and replace the oil filters Refer to section Change Oil Filters ...

Page 61: ...til the filters are pumped full of oil is harmful to the engine 4 Position the element to the filter head Tighten by hand until the seal touches the filter head tighten a additionalone half to three fourthsturn Note Mechanical overtightening can distort the threads or damage the filter element seal 5 Operate the engine at idle speed to inspect for leaks at the filters and the drain plug 6 Shut off...

Page 62: ...r 2 3 Remove the vacuator valve 7 from the housing 8 Clean the cover 2 and the valve 7 4 Remove the primary element 3 from the air cleaner housing 8 5 Clean the primary element 3 if it is not to be replaced Use low pressure air to clean the dirty element Apply air from the inside out You can clean a very dirty element in warm water with a non sudsing type detergent Put the element into the deterge...

Page 63: ...stall the nut 4 and tighten 10 Install the primary element 3 in the air cleaner housing 8 11 Install the vacuator valve 7 to the housing 8 12 Install the cover 2 to the air cleaner housing 8 Install the wing nut 1 and tighten 13 Install the air cleaner cap 6 on the housing 8 Check Air Intake Lines and Clamps Tighten all clamps and hoses as needed Replace the hoses and clamps as needed Drain Sedime...

Page 64: ... the seal touches the filter head Tighten an additional one half to three fourthsturn Note Mechanical overtightening can distort the threads or damage the filter element seal Drain the Fuel Water Separator The fuel waterseparatorshould be draineddaily 1 Shut off the engine 2 Use your hand to open the drain valve Turn the valve counterclockwiseapproximately 1 112 to 2 turns until draining occurs Dr...

Page 65: ...ck the condition of the coolant Add coolant as needed Replace the cap Change the Coolant Filter 1 Close the shut off valves on the inlet and drain lines if so equipped 2 Unscrew the element and discard Clean the gasket surface 3 Apply a light even coat of lubricating oil to the gasket sealing surface prior to installing the filter I 4 Install a new element hand tighten until the seal touches the f...

Page 66: ...ee engine manufacturer s manual for correct cooling system cleaning procedures and plug locations 3 Clean and flush the cooling system 4 Remove the radiator cap and add clean coolant with correct anti freeze mixture until level is at the filler neck Replace the cap 5 Start the engine and check for leakage When the engine is at operatingtemperature stop the engine 6 Check the coolant level Check th...

Page 67: ...screw the ether cylinder 5 from the valve 2 and removethe cylinder from the clamp 4 4 Removethe gasket 6 from the valve 2 Inspect and replace the gasket as needed Install the gasket in the valve 5 Remove the cap from the end of a new cylinder 5 Install the full cylinder through the clamp 4 and screw the cylinder into the valve 2 6 Tighten the clamp 4 on the cylinder 5 7 Connect the line 1 on the c...

Page 68: ...urface which indicates belt slippage Correctly installed and tensioned belts will show even pulley and belt wear Belt damage can be caused by Incorrect tension Incorrect size or length Pulley misalignment Incorrect installation Severe operating environment Oil or grease on the belts Using an appropriate belt tension gauge check tension at a point midway between the pulleys If the belt tension is l...

Page 69: ... is highly flammable If ignited by a spark or flame the gas may explode violently causing spraying of acid fragmentation of the battery and possible severe personal injuries Wear safety glasses when working near batteries In case of contact with acid flush immediately with water Check for obvious damage such as cracked or broken case or terminal damage Replace any damaged batteries Check Battery C...

Page 70: ...harge Never use a metal object across the posts to test a battery Sparks may cause an explosion WARNING Never let the fluid be pushed out of the battery or the temperature go above 125 F 51 7 C If the battery case feels hot stop charging for 20 minutes then start the charger at a lower amperage rate High temperature will prevent the battery from holding the charge Make sure the battery is a minimu...

Page 71: ...RE PORTS TRANSMISSION DRAIN T840146 POWER TRANSMISSION Illustrated are the locations of the transmission fill cap mounts pressure ports fluid level sight glass converter mounting bolts cooler pressure ports and the transmission drain The transmission lines are illustrated in the figure below RADIATOR DOWNSTREAM PRESSURE REGULATING VALVE I T840134 65 ...

Page 72: ...ach speed range and both directions two times l The engine must be running at low idle 4 The transmission must be in the NEUTRAL position 5 Check the transmission fluid level ok for contamination in the fluid _ _ 7 Add fluid as needed until fluid is at the FULL mark 8 Look for fluid leakage Repair any leaks as needed Change Transmission Fluid 1 Remove the transmission drain plug and drain the flui...

Page 73: ...the top of the converter Clean and dry the breather Install the clean breather Change Transmission Filter Element 1 Remove and discard the old spin on filter element 2 Lubricate the rubber seal on the end of the new filter element with clean transmission fluid 3 Install the new filter element into the filter head 4 Tighten the filter element until the gasket touches the housing Tighten the filter ...

Page 74: ...discard the hydraulic hose O ring 3 4 Remove the sump screen 2 from the transmission 5 Clean the sump screen 2 6 Remove the gasket 1 Install a new gasket on the sump screen Install the sump screen 7 Install a new O ring 3 on the hose 5 Install the split flange halves 4 and bolts 6 8 Tighten the split flange bolts to a torque of 62 4 78 6 Nm 46 58 Ibf ft 9 Remove the transmission fill cap Add clean...

Page 75: ...d the level plug in the mid mount bearing Remove the plug and check lubricant level Add lubricant as needed until the lubricant level is at the plug opening Clean and install the level plug Change Lubricant in Mid mount Bearing 1 Remove the drain plug from the mid mount bearing Remove the lubricant from the bearing Clean and install the drain plug 2 Remove the level plug from the mid mount bearing...

Page 76: ...ials Clean the surface around the level plug Remove the plug and check lubricant level Add lubricant as needed until the lubricant level is at the plug opening Clean and install the level plug Check Lubricant Level in Planetary Hubs Check the lubricant level in all four planetary hubs Make sure the arrow on the cover is down Clean the surface around the level plug Remove the plug and check lubrica...

Page 77: ...the differential drain plugs from both axle housings Remove the lubricant Clean and install the drain plugs 4 Remove the planetary level plug from each planetary with the arrow on the cover down Add clean lubricant to each planetary until the lubricant level is at the plug opening Install the level plug 5 Remove the differential level plug from both axle housings Add clean lubricant to each differ...

Page 78: ...applied red knob pulled out Alternate method for checking parking brake The parking brake must hold the machine with a 71 to 84 kn 16 000 to 19 000 lb drawbar pull Note Do not check the parking brake with transmission in FORWARD or REVERSE and the engine running This will automatically apply the service brakes Checking the parking brake can be done with the transmission in NEUTRAL ONLY WHEEL SUSPE...

Page 79: ...lowing procedure when you make a visual inspection 1 Check for bent deformed or broken ROPS legs or mounting brackets Damage in these areas cannot be repaired Replace ROPS or mounting brackets in this condition 2 Check for loose or missing bolts Replace missing bolts with grade 8 bolts Tighten loose bolts to the specified torque Replace all bolts in the ROPS mounting group as well as the ROPS stru...

Page 80: ... psi Note For Special Applications Consult the Tire Manu facturer for Tire Inflation Pressures Check Tire Condition Check the condition of the tires with the machine empty Make a report of any damaged tires WARNING Let the air out of the tire before removing foreign material from the tire tread Keep fingers away from bead breakers and rims and stay out of the trajectory path when removing foreign ...

Page 81: ...he cockpit mountings steering frame lock and the seat belt Other cab related components are the cab air filter windshield washer fluid reservoir windshield wiper blades and the RaPS cab Check and Clean Cab Air Filter Open the cover on the rear of the cab Remove the air filter Check and clean the filters Close the filters as needed Install the clean filters Install the cover on the cab 75 ...

Page 82: ...Fluid Level Open the cover on the back of the cab Check the fluid level of the windshield washer Add fluid as needed Close the cover on the cab Check Seat Belt and Seat Belt Mounting Inspect the seat belts 1 2 for damage or wear Check the buckle for correct operation Repair or replace as needed Check for loose mounting support bolts 3 4 Tighten all loose bolts Repair or replace as needed 76 ...

Page 83: ...ast once a month WARNING The air conditioning system is pressurized and filled with refrigerant R12 Never disconnect any hoses or remove the compressor fill plug except when repairing the system Do not release refrigerant R12 near an open flame or hot metal If R12 comes in contact with open flame or very hot metal phosgene gas will be made Phosgene gas is poisonous and can be very dangerous Always...

Page 84: ... hydraulic reservoir relief valve return filters reservoir breather fluid level sight glass drain plug and reservoir mountings Check Hydraulic Fluid Level Check the fluid level in the hydraulic reservoir with the engine OFF Look for contaminants in the fluid If fluid is needed in the hydraulic reservoir remove any dirt from around the access cover A WARNING Release the reservoir pressure by pressi...

Page 85: ...Remove the magnet 7 Clean the inside of the reservoir the access plate 5 plug 3 and magnet 7 6 Install a new O ring 6 7 Install the magnet 7 access plate 5 and bolts 4 Tighten the bolts 8 Install and tighten the drain plug 3 9 Remove the reservoir cap 2 and add clean fluid as needed until the level is at the Engine Off Cold Oil level on the hydraulic reservoir sight glass Install the cap 2 10 Star...

Page 86: ...lter cover 14 Clean the cover 3 Remove and discard O ring 13 4 Remove the bolts 2 from the filter retainer 3 5 Lift the filter assembly 5 6 out of the reservoir 6 Remove nuts 11 12 and bevel washers 9 10 from filter rod 4 Remove retainer 8 from filter rod 4 7 Remove and discard both return filters 5 6 8 Clean the filter rod 4 retainer 8 nuts 11 12 and washers 9 10 9 Install two new filter elements...

Page 87: ...e cap 20 Start the engine and operate the boom and bucket controls while the machine is running for five minutes Check for leakage 21 Stop the engine and wait fifteen minutes for fluid to drain back into the reservoir Check the fluid level Add fluid as needed until the level is at the Engine Off Cold Oil level on the hydraulic reservoir sight glass 20 Close the hydraulic reservoir access cover Cha...

Page 88: ...lacement of the hose 1 Leaks at fitting or in hose I aking fluid is a fire hazard 2 Damaged cut or abraded c ver any reinforcement exposed 3 Kinked crushed flattened r twisted hose 4 Hard stiff heat cracked or harred hose 5 Blistered soft degraded or loose cover 6 Cracked damaged or badl corroded fittings 7 Fitting slippage on hose The following items must be tighten d repaired or replaced as requ...

Page 89: ...y tighten the bolts and repeat procedure 1 Note With the switch bracket in its lowest position on the mounting bolts and the micro switch roller slightly touching the cam surface of the boom side plate the boom will raise to the maximum kickout dump height As the switch bracket is adjusted upward the the actual kickout dumping height is lowered 3 If necessary repeat the above procedure until the d...

Page 90: ...nt as follows A Raise the boom until the cutting edge of the bucket will be above the ground with the bucket in the Dump position B Put the bucket in the Dump position C Put the bucket in the Rollback detent position with the engine at high idle If the adjustment is correct the bucket lever will return to the Hold position when the bucket is in the level position D Lower the bucket to the ground E...

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Page 92: ...Put the machine in the SERVICE POSITION DRIVE SHAFT LUBRICATION 8BB8BB 1 2 3 10 11 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 Baaaaa TS17308 CHASSIS LUBRICATION 8 888888 1 234567 16 15 14 13 8888 TS40185 86 ...

Page 93: ...tting L H Rear Steer Cylinder Bushing 1 fitting Axle Cradle Bushing 1 fitting R H Steer Cylinder Bushing 1 fitting LBG LBG LBG LBG LBG LBG LBG 12 13 14 15 16 Chassis Lubrication 100 Hours 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 EJ Boom to Upper Pivot 1 fitting each side Bucket Cylinder to Frame 1 fitting each side Boom Cylinder to Frame 2 fittings each side Boom Cylinder to Boom 1 fitting each side Bucket Cylinder to ...

Page 94: ...nough chemical stability for mobile hydraulic system service C Meets the viscosity requirements of API Class SO SE CC or CD engine oil Grade SAE 10W See Section Titled HYDRAULIC FLUID SPECIFICATIONS Optional Transmission and Torque Converter Hydraulic System and Mid mount Bearing PREVAILING AMBIENT TEMPERATURE _1 C 30 F and Above FLUID TO BE USED C 3 Grade 30 Transmission Fluid C 3 Grade 10W Trans...

Page 95: ...It is very important that the fluid and the system are kept clean Fluid added to the reservoir must be filtered through a 100 mesh screen Filters and breathers in the system must be serviced at the correct intervals Fluids added to keep the correct level in the system must be made with the same fluid that is in the system if the same fluid is not available additions can be made with another approv...

Page 96: ...g System Torque Converter and Transmission Front and Rear Axle Differentials Each Front and Rear Planetaries Each Fuel Tank Total Hydraulic Reservoir Hydraulic System Total Mid mount Bearing Liters Gallons 34 1 9 0 56 9 15 0 39 8 10 5 34 1 8 5 8 0 2 0 345 0 91 0 287 7 76 0 330 0 87 0 1 9 5 FUEL Fuel No 2 Diesel 40 Cetane Minimum TRAVEL SPEEDS 1st 2nd 3rd 4th KM H MPH 5 92 3 7 11 2 7 0 18 56 31 84 ...

Page 97: ...3 Ib 31 157 30 045 30905 30 540 Static tipping loading straight kg 14996 14492 14882 14717 Ib 33 061 31 950 32819 32 444 Full turn kg 12768 12265 12617 12467 Ib 28 148 27 040 27 815 27 485 Full turn kg 13565 13062 13414 13264 Ib 29 905 28 797 29 572 29 242 Breakout force kN 191 720 155 490 174 660 166 630 Ibf 43 100 34 955 39 265 37 460 A mm 8280 8687 8382 8484 ft in 27 2 28 6 27 6 27 10 B mm 7213...

Page 98: ...417 24 4 ATTACHMENTS BUCKETS General purpose 3 06 m34 00 yd3 Spade nose rock 3 06 m3 4 00 yd3 Material handling 3 44 m34 5 yd3 Light material 3 82 m35 00 yd3 BUCKET TEETH AND BOLTON CUTTING EDGE 3150 mm 124 0 in cutting edge width 3150 mm 124 0 in cutting edge width 3150 mm 124 0 in cutting edge width 3150 mm 124 0 in cuttina edae width SUPPLEMENTAL Change in Change in static Change in static OPER...

Page 99: ...arge 64 Battery Cables and Connections Check 63 Battery Condition Check 63 Battery Disconnect Switch 31 Battery Gauge 21 Before Operating 36 Belt Tension Check 62 Blower Switch 12 Boom Control Lever 26 Boom Kickout Switch Adjustment 83 Brake Pump Differential Warning Light 14 Brakes 72 Bucket Control Lever 26 Bucket Leveler Adjustment 84 Bucket Operation 38 Cab 75 Cab Air Filter Clean 75 Circuit B...

Page 100: ... Level Warning Light 15 Fuel Tank Drain 57 Fuel Water Separator 58 Gear Control Lever 27 General Information Operating 37 Heater and Defroster Check 77 Heater Control 25 Horn 28 Horn Check 64 Hourmeter 14 Hydraulic Fluid Change 79 Hydraulic Fluid Specifications 88 Hydraulic Fluid Level Check 78 Hydraulic Reservoir Breather Change 81 Hydraulic Return Filter Elements Change 80 Hydraulic System 78 If...

Page 101: ...nstrument Panel 22 Parking Brake 25 Parking Machine 43 Parking Brake Warning Light 14 Planetary Hubs Lubricant Level Check 70 Power Transmission 65 Presentation 1 Prepare to Operate 32 Preventive Maintenance 47 Procedure before Starting 32 Product Identification Number 9 Radiator Clean 60 Rear Brake Warning Light 15 Rear Wiper Switch 22 Right Hand Instrument Panel 18 Rollover Protection System ROP...

Page 102: ...ing 46 Transmission Breathers Clean 67 Transmission Controls 27 Transmission Filter Elements Change 67 Transmission Filter Warning Light 15 Transmission Fluid Change 66 Transmission Fluid Level Check 66 Transmission Oil Temperature Gauge 18 Transmission Sump Screen Clean 68 Transporting 46 Travel Speeds 90 Turn Signal and Emergency Flasher Switch 25 Warning Beacon Switch 23 Water Temperature Gauge...

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