VOLVO WHEEL LOADER

L150E, L180E, L220E

RECYCLING MANUAL

All products are not available in all markets. Under our policy of continuous improvement, we reserve the right to
change specifications and designs without prior notice. The illustrations do not necessarily show the standard
version of the machine.

Ref. No. 21 A 100 1315 English

Printed in Sweden 2004.040,1 WLO
Volvo, Eskilstuna
 Foreword

Caring for the environment is one of Volvos core Overall perspective

values, along with quality and safety.
This brochure is for all those who come into contact
with dismantling and scrapping of a complete machine,
service workshops as well as dismantling companies
and recycling companies. It can also be used for
service work during the machines lifetime, as a guide
for handling used products that are replaced in case of
repairs and during service.
The purpose is to facilitate correct handling of hazard-
ous waste or other equipment and components that
may cause personal injury and environmental damage.
It also serves as a material map to see which materials
are included in the product.
The brochure does not provide any instructions for
recycling technicians since they will change with time,
and an instruction today may prove to be completely
different in the future. There is also national legislation
and a variety of local regulations that differ
significantly.
Volvo Construction Equipments overall perspective on
how environmental aspects shall be fulfilled means that
the companys products are regarded in a much greater
context:
Society works for a common environmental legisla-
tion and facilitates good work planning and provides
systems for recycling
Volvo and its sub-suppliers replace materials that
have negative impact on man and the environment,
and improve product use and manufacturing methods
Dealers ensure that the customers get the right
machines that are exactly adapted to their appli-
cations
Operators and owners handle the machines correctly
with regards to use, service and maintenance
Recycling is performed in a manner that is safe for
both man and the environment. Scrapping and
dismantling take place in a way that enables
maximized reuse or recycling of the machine

The information in the brochure is developed for

L150E, L180E and L220E and shall in no way be
used for other products.

Information and data included in the brochure are valid

at the time of publication. We reserve the right to
change specifications and equipment without prior
notice.

This recycling machine is for a so-called basic

machine. When the machine is purchased, a variety of
optional equipment may be selected and all of these
are not included or described in this manual.

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Safety

Volvo Wheel Loaders AB assumes that work with our

machines follows the safety and work instructions
included in the Service manual and Operators manual
for the model in question.

Dismantling and recycling of machines shall be per-

formed by personnel with sufficient knowledge, and in
a professional manner in order to avoid personal injury
and environmental damage.

When national legislation is in place governing dismant-

ling of machines, it is primarily this legislation that shall
be followed. This Recycling manual is only a supplement
to the valid Service manual and Operators manual for
Volvo L150E, L180E and L220E, in order to be able to
technically sort different materials mainly included in the
machines.

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 Recycling work

A Volvo wheel loader consists of metals to approx. One can distinguish 5 steps in the recycling process,
80%. In general, metals are suitable for recycling. where one shall attempt to get the biggest fractions as
However, in certain cases the components design and high up as possible.
installation may make recycling impossible, both
practically and economically, despite the included the
materials being recyclable by themselves.

CONTINUED USE
retrofitting, upgrading, repairs/service,
use in other application, second hand,
remanufacturing
REUSE ucts
in newly manufactured prod
as spare part
in the same product type
in another product type
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Recycling steps.
Strive to get as much material as possible on the
highest steps.
Source: Thomas Magnusson VI

Main work procedure when dismantling Volvo

wheel loaders
This work process should be followed for dismantling
work to proceed in an optimal way
1. Identify the machine by reading signs and plates as 4. Dismantle the machine in a safe and environ-
well as the instructions in the manual. mentally correct manner.
2. Check governing regulations/legislation for recyc- 5. Sort the dismantled parts and components in
ling and producer responsibility. Also check if there fractions for recycling.
are special safety aspects for dismantling.
3. Decontaminate the machine from fluids and
specially marked components that have to be
removed and sorted for separate handling.

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Sorting

There is a number of thought fractions in which to sort Producer responsibility

the material. Examples of these may be according to
that below. Handling of these fractions is governed by
national legislation and local regulations, which shall be
followed.
Materials and components that can be reused as
components in old and/or new machines. These may
be in need of repairing or upgrading in order to fulfill
quality requirements. For example, this may be engine,
axles, transmission and hydraulic cylinders.
A variety of the machines components are governed
by the principle of producer responsibility, meaning
that they shall be taken care of according to special
instructions. These may vary from one country to
another. If you are uncertain about what this includes
or the applicable governing regulations, contact your
Volvo dealer or Volvo directly.

Materials that can be material recycled with or without

loss of quality. Examples of material recycling without
loss of quality are metals and certain plastics. Loss of
quality refers to, e.g., plastics that only can be given a
dark colour when material recycled.

Materials for energy extraction are, among others,

unsorted plastics and oils.

Materials that have to be deposited come mainly from

fragmented and unsorted materials.

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 Identifying

Identifying the machines

This manual is only valid for the indicated models,
Volvo L150E, L180E and L220E, see illustration below
for identification marking. The machines have been
manufactured in Sweden by Volvo Wheel Loaders AB
from the year 2000. The principal colour is yellow.

1. Product plate includes, among other things, 3. CIN-plate (Component Identification Number) for
machine type and PIN (Product Identification engine and emissions plate
Number). Additional plate with, among other things, 4. CIN-plate for boom
CE-marking (Only for country of origin within EU). 5. CIN-plate for front axle
Emission plate. A total of 3 plates. 6. CIN-plate for transmission
2. Plate identifying that ROPS test has been 7. CIN-plate for rear axle
performed and approved.

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Materials Identifying

Marking Standard The Volvo standards that are applicable on this

Using a marking system where all plastic parts are
marked with a material code, the materials are easy to
identify. Many materials can granulated and reused,
while other plastics are used for energy extraction.
Certain plastics must be taken care of in a special way
or destroyed, through some form of pretreatment.
machine are:
Std 5052,41 Identification and marking of plastic
parts
Std 5052,411 Symbols and abbreviations
Std 5052,412 Symbols for plastic containers

The following are a few examples of what the marking may look like:
>ABS< Part consisting of one material, in this case ABS-plastic

>ABS+PC< Part consisting of a mix of two materials

>PVC, PUR, ABS< Part consisting of 3 materials where PVC is the visible (coating)
and PUR with inclusion of ABS. ABS is biggest by weight, underlined.

>PP MD30< Part containing reinforcing or filler material with 30 percent by weight.
For more complicated mixtures, see Std 5052,41.

Contact your Volvo dealer or Volvo directly to obtain these standards.

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 Decontamination

Draining fluids
It is important that fluids are handled in a safe and
correct manner, with regards to national legislation as
well as local regulations.
Follow the instructions given in the Service manual and
Operators manual for draining fluids in, e.g., axles,
tanks and other containers/reservoirs.

The table below is intended to serve as a checklist.

Total volume in litres (US gal)

Machine type
Position L150E L180E L220E
Engine, including filters 39.5 (10.4) 49 (12.9) 49 (12.9)
Transmission and torque converter, including filters 50 (12.2) 50 (12.2) 60 (15.8)
Front axle, including hub reduction 49 (12.9) 49 (12.9) 82 (21.6)
Rear axle, including hub reduction 59 (15.6) 59 (15.6) 75 (19.8)
Rear axle cradle 3 (0.8)
Hydraulic system 261 (68.9) 261 (68.9) 343 (90.6)
Hydraulic oil tank 156 (41.2) 156 (41.2) 215 (56.8)
Fuel tank 382 (100.9) 382 (100.9) 382 (100.9)
Cooling system 52 (13.7) 70 (18.5) 70 (18.5)
Oil-bath precleaner 9.5 (2.5) 9.5 (2.5) 9.5 (2.5)
Refrigerant (R134a) 2,1 kg (4,6 lb) 2,1 kg (4,6 lb) 2,1 kg (4,6 lb)
Washer fluid reservoir 6.5 (1.7) 6.5 (1.7) 6.5 (1.7)

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Decontamination

Filters
There is a wide range of filters on the machine that, when
dismantled, contain impurities and the medium which they
filter. Note that there are special regulations with regards
to handling of filters.

Filter table. The table below is intended to serve as a

checklist.

Position Location Medium Qty. Comment

1 Transmission Transmissions oil 1
2 Engine Oil 3
3 Engine Coolant 1
4 Hydraulic tank Hydraulic fluid 1
5 Rear axle Oil 1 In comb. with axle oil coolg
7 Front axle Oil 1 In comb. with axle oil coolg
6 Air cleaner Air 2 Paper + filter
8 Cab Air 2 Paper filter
9 Engine comptmt. Diesel 2
_ Breather Air /oil mist 5 Axles, transmission, hydraulic tank and fuel

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 Decontamination

Components with special safety and environmental

aspects
The following components shall be handled with the
greatest care and highest safety.
For handling, see Service manual and Operators
manual.

Position Component Aspect

1 Battery Sulphuric acid
2 Accumulators for Boom Suspension System Pressurized container/vessel
3 Accumulators for lowering load Pressurized container/vessel
4 Accumulators for steering Pressurized container/vessel
5 Accumulators for service brake Pressurized container/vessel
6 Accumulators for P-brake Pressurized container/vessel
7 Air conditioning unit Refrigerant *)
_ Gaskets of fluor rubber/fluor silicone Generates hydrogen fluoride and
(Used to withstand high temperatures in, e.g., hydrofluoric acid when exposed to intense
engines, transmissions, axles, hydraulic motors heat (fire). **)
and pumps.)

*) Note that special regulations apply for working with refrigerant.

**) Exercise extreme caution where presence of fluor rubber may be suspected.
See Operators manual and Service manual for further information.

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Dismantling

Material weights, complete machine

The weights given below are approximate and apply to
machines without optional equipment.
Volvos wheel loaders consist of metals to approx.
80%. In general, metals are suitable for material
recycling.

Weight kg (lbs)
Machine type
Material L150E L180E L220E
Steel/iron 19000 (41943) 21900 (48344) 26000 (57396)
Copper 85 (188) 85 (188) 85 (188)
Aluminium 43 (95) 42 (93) 42 (93)
Bronze bushings 35 (77) 35 (77) 35 (77)
Lead batteries 97 (214) 97 (214) 97 (214)
Glass 65 (143) 65 (143) 65 (143)
Polymer materials & Rubber 130 (287) 130 (287) 130 (287)
Tires (Most common choice) 2400 (5300) 2400 (5300) 2720 (6000)
Fluids, oils and chemicals 486 (1073) 510 (1126) 680 (1501)
Other 1000 (2208) 1136 (2508) 1426 (3148)
Total* 23340 (51523) 26400 (58278) 31280 (69051)
* Varies depending on equipment, e.g., tires and bucket

Material weights, most common plastic materials

Plastic materials are mainly found in the cab.
Material Weight kg (lbs) Example, areas of use
ABS 13 (28,7) Panels
PUR 16 (35,3) Floor mat, upholstery
PP 13 (28,7) Air inlets, air channels
PE-foam 2 (4,4) Upholstery in seat
EPDM 17 (37,5) Seals, gaiters (bellows), fender wideners, hoses
POM 1 (2,2) Air nozzles
PA66 1 (2,2) Fan housing, fan turbine (fan wheel)
PVC 6 (13,2) Sun shades, cables
PDCPD 24 (53) Grill, casings

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 Component weights

Component weights

Weight kg (lbs)
Machine type
Position Component L150E L180E L220E
1 Transmission 830 (1832) 830 (1832) 1000 (2208)
2 Counterweight 1500 (3311) 3250 (7174) 4250 (9382)
3 Engine 1100 (2428) 1210 (2671) 1210 (2671)
4 Boom 2240 (4945) 2360 (5210) 3024 (6675)
5 Front axle, complete 1450 (3201) 1450 (3201) 2100 (4636)
6 Rear axle, complete 1670 (3686) 1670 (3686) 2015 (4448)
7 Front frame 2037 (4497) 2563 (5658) 2563 (5658)
8 Rear frame 1900 (4194) 1900 (4194) 2000 (4415)
9 Cab, complete 800 (1766) 800 (1766) 800 (1766)
Steel 580 (1280) 580 (1280) 580 (1280)
Plastics 53 (117) 53 (117) 53 (117)
Glass 52 (115) 52 (115) 52 (115)
Seat 30 (66) 30 (66) 30 (66)
10 Radiator, engine 110 (243) 120 (265) 120 (265)

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Electronics

Electronics
The machines have three so-called ECUs (Electronic
Control Unit). Two are located in the cab, one on its
rear wall (1) and one in the instrument panel (3). The
third one is located on the engine.
In the cab there is also a circuit board, an electrical
distribution box (2) with a number of relays and fuses.

Position Part Material Note

1 V-ECU Circuit board and aluminium The cooling fin is made of
aluminium.
2 Circuit board Circuit board
3 I-ECU Circuit board

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 Plastics

Position Part Material Note

1 AC casing PP+EPDM Steel pipes + hinges
2 Air filter ABS+PUR Prefilter, polyester
3 Fan housing PA66*
4 Fan turbine (fan wheel) PA66*
5 Control PETP-GF20 3 pcs. (of which 1 for the door)

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Plastics

Position Part Material Note

1 Filter casing ABS
2 Housing ABS
3 Distribution housing ABS
4 Fresh air inlet PP Embedded nut
5 Fan housing ABS

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 Plastics

Position Part Material Note

1 Air duct PP
2 Air duct PP
3 Air duct PP
4 Air nozzles POM
5 Air duct PVC
6 Air nozzles POM
7 Air duct PVC

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Plastics

Position Part Material Note

1 Instrument panel ABS+EPDM
2 Side panel ABS

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 Plastics

Position Part Material Note

1 Sun shade PVC+Mineral wool
2 Storage compartment ABS
3 Clothing hook PA
4 Storage compartment ABS

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Plastics

Position Part Material Note

1 Casing ABS
2 Casing PC+ABS
3 Wrist support PUR
4 Bellows EPDM
5 Hose retainer EPDM

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 Plastics

Position Part Material Note

1 Floor mat PUR
2 Floor mat PUR
3 Panel ABS Complete with casing and net
4 Headlining (ceiling) Textile Phenol binding agent. Surface: polyester
5 Door, inside ABS

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Plastics

Position Part Material Note

1 Expansion tank PP

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 Plastics

Position Part Material Note

1 Fan shroud PP

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Plastics

Position Part Material Note

1 Washer fluid reservoir PP Motors (3) easily removed by hand.
2 Strainer Brass

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 Plastics

Position Part Material Note

1 Rain guard PP
2 Hose EPDM

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Plastics

Position Part Material Note

1 Side casing PDCPD
2 Grill PDCPD Embedded steel bushings
3 Casing PDCPD
4 Side casing PDCPD

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 Plastics

Position Part Material Note

1 Fender widener Styrene rubber
2 Fender widener Styrene rubber
3 Splash guard Reinforced rubber cloth
4 Splash guard Reinforced rubber cloth

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 VOLVO WHEEL LOADER

L150E, L180E, L220E

RECYCLING MANUAL

All products are not available in all markets. Under our policy of continuous improvement, we reserve the right to
change specifications and designs without prior notice. The illustrations do not necessarily show the standard
version of the machine.

Ref. No. 21 A 100 1315 English

Printed in Sweden 2004.040,1 WLO
Volvo, Eskilstuna