PART NO.

ENMKBB-1-4

EX2600E-6
Operator’s Manual

ELECTRIC EXCAVATOR
2600E-6

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Electric Excavator

URL:http://www.hitachi-c-m.com ENMKBB-1-4

This book is printed on recycled paper. PRINTED IN JAPAN (E) 2016, 06 Serial No 003001 and up
 INTRODUCTION
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and
service your machine correctly. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury and/or machine damage.
This standard specification machine can be operated
under the following conditions without being modified.
Atmospheric Temperature: -20 °C to 50 °C (-4 °F to 122 °F)
Altitude: 0 m to 2000 m (0 ft to 6600 ft)
In case the machine is used under conditions other than
described above, contact your authorized dealer.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of
your machine and should remain with the machine when
you sell it.
This machine is of metric design. Measurements in this
manual are metric. Use only metric hardware and tools as
specified.
• SI Units (International System of Units) are used in
this manual.
For reference MKS system units and English units are
also indicated in parentheses after the SI units.
Example : 24.5 MPa (250 kgf/cm², 3550 psi)
Right-hand and left-hand sides are determined by
facing in the direction of forward travel.
Write product identification numbers in the Machine
Numbers section. Accurately record all the numbers
to help in tracing the machine should it be stolen.
Your dealer also needs these numbers when you order
parts. If this manual is kept on the machine, also file the
identification numbers in a secure place off the machine.
Warranty is provided as a part of Hitachi’s support
program for customers who operate and maintain their
equipment as described in this manual. The warranty is
explained on the warranty certificate which you should
have received from your dealer.
All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the
time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.
This warranty provides you the assurance that Hitachi will
back its products when defects occur within the warranty
period. In some circumstances, Hitachi also provides field
improvements, often without charge to the customer,
even if the product is out of warranty.
Should the equipment be abused or modified to
change its performance beyond the original factory
specifications, the warranty will become void and field
improvements may be denied.
Moreover, when replacement parts are required, be sure
to use genuine Hitachi parts. Failure to do so may result in
voiding the warranty and/or denial of field improvements.
The Yellow Pages in this operator’s manual contain
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
Read these pages thoroughly and familiarize yourself
with the safety standards and recommendations set
forth in these yellow pages of the manual.
Follow all safety instructions prior to and while
operating the excavator.
Only qualified, experienced operators officially licensed
(according to local law) should be allowed to operate the
machine.
Moreover, only officially licensed personnel should be
allowed to inspect and service the machine.
Prior to operating this machine, including satellite
communication system, in a country other than a
country of its intended use, it may be necessary to
make modifications to it so that it complies with
the local regulatory standards (including safety
standards) and legal requirements of that particular
country. Please do not export or operate this machine
outside of the country of its intended use until such
compliance has been confirmed.
Please contact Hitachi Construction Machinery Co.,
Ltd. or any of our authorized distributor or dealer if
you have any questions concerning compliance.
©2016 Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.
All rights reserved.
INDEX MACHINE NUMBERS
SAFETY
SAFETY SIGNS
COMPONENTS NAME
HANDLING STAIRWAY/EMERGENCY ESCAPE DEVICE
OPERATOR’S STATION
BREAK-IN
CUBICLE
OPERATING MAIN MOTOR
DRIVING MACHINE
OPERATING MACHINE
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE UNDER SPECIAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
STORAGE
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
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MACHINE NUMBERS ........................................................................1
SAFETY ...............................................................................................S-1
Recognize Safety Information.....................................................S-1
Understand Signal Words..............................................................S-1
Follow Safety Instructions.............................................................S-2
Prepare for Emergencies................................................................S-3
Wear Protective Clothing..............................................................S-3
Protect Against Noise.....................................................................S-3
Inspect Machine...............................................................................S-4
General Precautions for CAB........................................................S-4
Use Handholds and Steps.............................................................S-5
Adjust Operator’s Seat....................................................................S-5
Ensure Safety Before Rising from or Leaving Operator’s
Seat..................................................................................................S-5
Fasten Your Seat Belt.......................................................................S-6
Move and Operate Machine Safely............................................S-6
Operate Only from Operator’s Seat...........................................S-7
Precautions for Operations...........................................................S-7
Avoid Injury Caused by High Tension Electric Shock..........S-8
Investigate Job Site Beforehand.................................................S-8
Inspect Power Cable Daily.............................................................S-9
Restriction of Attachment Installation.....................................S-9
Provide Signals for Jobs Involving Multiple Machines.......S-9
Confirm Direction of Machine to be Driven...........................S-9
Drive Machine Safely.................................................................... S-10
Avoid Injury from Rollaway Accidents................................... S-12
Avoid Injury from Back-Over and Swing Accidents.......... S-13
Keep Person Clear from Working Area.................................. S-14
Never Position Bucket Over Anyone...................................... S-14
Avoid Undercutting...................................................................... S-14
Avoid Tipping.................................................................................. S-15
Never Undercut a High Bank..................................................... S-15
Dig with Caution............................................................................ S-16
Operate with Caution.................................................................. S-16
Avoid Power Lines......................................................................... S-16
Precautions for Lightning........................................................... S-17
Object Handling............................................................................ S-17
Protect Against Flying Debris................................................... S-17
Park Machine Safely...................................................................... S-18
Handle Fluids Safely – Avoid Fires........................................... S-18
Practice Safe Maintenance......................................................... S-19
Warn Others of Service Work.................................................... S-20
Support Machine Properly......................................................... S-20
Stay Clear of Moving Parts......................................................... S-21
Prevent Parts from Flying........................................................... S-21
Avoid Injury from Attachment Falling Accident................ S-22
Prevent Burns.................................................................................. S-22
Replace Rubber Hoses Periodically......................................... S-22
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids........................................................ S-23
Prevent Fires.................................................................................... S-24
Evacuating in Case of Fire........................................................... S-25
Precautions for Welding and Grinding.................................. S-26
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines........................ S-26
Avoid Applying Heat to Lines Containing Flammable
Fluids............................................................................................ S-26
Avoid Heating Near High Tension Cable Lines................... S-26
Precautions for Handling Accumulator................................. S-27
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating............................ S-27
Beware of Asbestos and Silicon Dust and Other
Contamination.......................................................................... S-28
Prevent Battery Explosions........................................................ S-29
Service Air Conditioning System Safely................................ S-29
Handle Chemical Products Safely............................................ S-30
Dispose of Waste Properly.......................................................... S-30
Precautions for Communication Terminal............................ S-30
Precaution for Communication Terminal Equipment
(Optional).................................................................................... S-31
Precaution for WIU (Wireless Interface Unit)
Communication Equipment (Optional)........................... S-33
Machine Fire Suppression.......................................................... S-34
Visibility Map for Machine Model EX2600E-6 Personal
Hazard.......................................................................................... S-35
SAFETY SIGNS . ............................................................................ S-36
COMPONENTS NAME ..................................................................1-1
Components Name.........................................................................1-1
HANDLING STAIRWAY/EMERGENCY ESCAPE
DEVICE ...............................................................................................1-2
Using Stairway...................................................................................1-2
Operating Stairway..........................................................................1-2
Extending......................................................................................1-3
Retracting......................................................................................1-3
Emergency Operation...............................................................1-4
Emergency Escape Device............................................................1-5
Emergency Exit.................................................................................1-6
Evacuating in Case of Fire..............................................................1-6
OPERATOR’S STATION . ...............................................................1-8
Cab Features.......................................................................................1-8
Monitor Display.................................................................................1-9
Starting Check Screen....................................................................1-9
Meter Check Screen...................................................................... 1-10
Main Motor Coil Temperature Gauge.................................... 1-11
Main Motor Ammeter.................................................................. 1-11
Main Motor Voltmeter................................................................. 1-11
Hydraulic Oil Temperature Gauge........................................... 1-11
Hour Meter....................................................................................... 1-12
Warning Indicators....................................................................... 1-12
Battery Charge Indicator............................................................ 1-12
3E Relay Indicator . ....................................................................... 1-12
Main Motor Overheat Indicator............................................... 1-12
Main Motor Start Congestion Indicator ............................... 1-13
Pump Transmission Oil Level Indicator ................................ 1-13
AC6600V Power Source Indicator............................................ 1-13
Cubicle Box Indicator................................................................... 1-13
AC210V Power Source Indicator.............................................. 1-14
Hydraulic Oil Level Indicator .................................................... 1-14
Stop Valve Indicator...................................................................... 1-14
Auto-lubrication Indicator......................................................... 1-15
Fast-filling Indicator...................................................................... 1-16
Emergency Main Motor Stop Indicator................................. 1-16
Tension Indicator........................................................................... 1-16
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Electric Lever Indicator................................................................ 1-16
Caution Indicators......................................................................... 1-17
Cab Heater Indicator.................................................................... 1-17
Hydraulic Oil Overheat Indicator . .......................................... 1-17
Pump Contamination Indicator............................................... 1-17
Stairway Position Indicator........................................................ 1-18
Electrical Equipment Box Indicator ....................................... 1-18
Status Indicators............................................................................ 1-18
Travel Mode Indicator . ............................................................... 1-18
Main Motor Run Indicator.......................................................... 1-18
Left Console..................................................................................... 1-19
Warning Lamp................................................................................ 1-19
Caution Lamp................................................................................. 1-19
Key Pad.............................................................................................. 1-19
Monitor Contrast Switch............................................................. 1-19
Wiper Switch................................................................................... 1-20
Washer Switch................................................................................ 1-20
Wiper Delay Selector Switch..................................................... 1-20
Air Conditioners............................................................................. 1-21
Designations and Functions of Controls............................... 1-22
Cooling.............................................................................................. 1-24
Heating.............................................................................................. 1-24
Precautions for Heater Operation...................................... 1-24
Dehumidifying and Heating...................................................... 1-26
Defrosting........................................................................................ 1-27
Blower Operation Without Cooling or Heating.................. 1-27
Ventilation Cab............................................................................... 1-27
AM/FM Radio Operation . .......................................................... 1-28
Digital Clock Setting Procedure............................................... 1-29
Right Console.................................................................................. 1-30
Key Switch........................................................................................ 1-30
Emergency Main Motor Stop Switch...................................... 1-31
Main Motor Start Switch............................................................. 1-31
Main Motor Stop Switch............................................................. 1-31
Work Light Switch......................................................................... 1-32
Dome Light Switch....................................................................... 1-33
Maintenance Light Switch......................................................... 1-34
Entrance Light Switch.................................................................. 1-35
Travel Mode Switch...................................................................... 1-36
Buzzer Stop Switch....................................................................... 1-37
Fast-filling System......................................................................... 1-38
Rear Console................................................................................... 1-39
Horn Switch..................................................................................... 1-40
Adjusting Seat................................................................................ 1-41
Seat Inclination Adjustment................................................ 1-41
Seat Fore-Aft Adjustment..................................................... 1-41
Armrest Height Adjustment................................................. 1-41
Seat/Backrest Fore-Aft Adjustment ................................. 1-42
Seat Height Adjustment . ..................................................... 1-42
Seat/Armrest/Backrest Fore-Aft Adjustment................. 1-42
Absorber Adjusting................................................................. 1-42
Backrest Adjustment.............................................................. 1-43
Lumbar Support Adjustment.............................................. 1-43
Headrest Adjustment............................................................. 1-43
Installation and Adjustment of Mirror and Cameras
(Optional).................................................................................... 1-44
Camera Monitor (Optional)........................................................ 1-45
Seat Belt............................................................................................ 1-46
Seat Belt...................................................................................... 1-46
Cab Door Release Button........................................................... 1-47
Opening Cab Left Window......................................................... 1-47
BREAK-IN . .........................................................................................2-1
Observe Machine Closely..............................................................2-1
Every 10 Hours or Each Shift........................................................2-1
After The First 50 Hours..................................................................2-1
CUBICLE .............................................................................................2-2
Cubicle Features...............................................................................2-2
Inspection of Cubicle Box..............................................................2-3
Control Panel.....................................................................................2-4
OPERATING MAIN MOTOR.........................................................3-1
Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting.....................................3-1
Before Turning Power ON..............................................................3-2
Turning Power ON............................................................................3-3
Starting Main Motor........................................................................3-8
Check Instruments After Starting...............................................3-9
Stopping Main Motor.................................................................. 3-10
Emergency Main Motor Stop Switch...................................... 3-11
Main Motor Stop Switches......................................................... 3-12
DRIVING MACHINE .......................................................................4-1
Drive Machine Carefully.................................................................4-1
Steering Machine Using Pedals...................................................4-2
Steering Machine Using Levers...................................................4-3
Travel Mode Switch.........................................................................4-4
Travel Alarm........................................................................................4-5
Operating on Soft Ground............................................................4-6
Raise One Track Using Boom and Arm.....................................4-6
Towing Machine a Short Distance..............................................4-7
Operating in Ground Condition..................................................4-8
Parking Machine on Slopes..........................................................4-9
Parking Machine...............................................................................4-9
OPERATING MACHINE . ...............................................................5-1
Control Lever (ISO Pattern Backhoe).........................................5-1
Control Lever (HITACHI Pattern Backhoe)................................5-2
Control Lever (ISO Pattern Loading Shovel)...........................5-3
Control Lever (HITACHI Pattern Loading Shovel).................5-4
Bucket Open-Close Pedals (Loading Shovel).........................5-5
Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever.........................................................5-6
Warming-Up Operation.................................................................5-7
Warming-Up Cylinders and Motors...........................................5-8
Operate Machine Safely.................................................................5-9
Operating Backhoe....................................................................... 5-10
Grading Operation........................................................................ 5-10
Avoid Abusive Operation........................................................... 5-11
Operating Tips................................................................................ 5-12
Avoid Side Load the Bucket....................................................... 5-12
Operating Loading Shovel......................................................... 5-13
Prohibited Operation................................................................... 5-13
Precautions for Operating Electric Excavator...................... 5-16
Object Handling --- If Equipped............................................... 5-19
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Overnight Storage Instructions................................................ 5-20
MAINTENANCE ...............................................................................7-1
Correct Maintenance and Inspection Procedures................7-1
Precaution for High Tension ........................................................7-2
Check Hour Meter Regularly........................................................7-2
Use Correct Lubricants...................................................................7-2
Prepare Machine for Maintenance.............................................7-3
Starting and Stopping Main Motor............................................7-5
Disconnecting Switch (DS)...........................................................7-8
Open Access Doors for Service....................................................7-9
Inspection/Maintenance Lights............................................... 7-10
Use a Chain to Prevent Falling Accidents............................. 7-11
Construction Outline................................................................... 7-12
Hydraulic System........................................................................... 7-14
Periodic Replacement of Parts.................................................. 7-17
Periodic Replacement of Rubber Hoses................................ 7-18
Maintenance Interval Guide...................................................... 7-20
A. Greasing....................................................................................... 7-23
Loading Shovel Front Joint Pins......................................... 7-24
Backhoe Front Joint Pins....................................................... 7-27
Swing Bearing........................................................................... 7-29
Swing Internal Gear ............................................................... 7-30
Center Joint................................................................................ 7-31
Main Motor Bearing ............................................................... 7-32
Operating Lubricator .................................................................. 7-33
B. Transmission............................................................................... 7-35
Pump Transmission ................................................................ 7-36
Swing Reduction Gear........................................................... 7-39
Travel Reduction Gear............................................................ 7-41
C. Hydraulic System...................................................................... 7-43
Inspection and Maintenance of Hydraulic Equipment.... 7-44
Check Hydraulic Oil Level..................................................... 7-46
Drain Hydraulic Oil Tank Sump........................................... 7-47
Replace Full-Flow Filter and Drain Filter Element........ 7-48
Replace Bypass Filter Element............................................. 7-50
Replace Pilot Oil Filter ........................................................... 7-52
Change Hydraulic Oil.............................................................. 7-54
Replace Suction Filter............................................................. 7-54
Replace High-Pressure Filter Element.............................. 7-57
Replace Tank Air Breather Element .................................. 7-58
Clean Oil Cooler Core............................................................. 7-59
Check Hoses and Lines.......................................................... 7-60
D. Air Conditioner.......................................................................... 7-66
Recirculation Air Filter............................................................ 7-66
Ventilation Air Filter................................................................ 7-67
Check Refrigerant Quantity.................................................. 7-68
Check Compressor Belt Tension......................................... 7-69
Clean Condenser Core........................................................... 7-70
Check Tightening Torque...................................................... 7-71
Seasonal Maintenance........................................................... 7-72
E. Electrical System....................................................................... 7-73
Batteries...................................................................................... 7-74
Replacing Fuses . ..................................................................... 7-79
Check Power Source Terminal............................................. 7-82
Check High Current Fuse (Battery Compartment)....... 7-83
Check High Current Fuse (Cubicle).................................... 7-85
Check Electrical Cables and Wire Harnesses for
Short Circuits ...................................................................... 7-86
Check Door-Lock Bolts on the Cubicle Box Doors ...... 7-88
Check Emergency Main Motor Stop Switch................... 7-89
F. Miscellaneous............................................................................. 7-90
Check Bucket Teeth................................................................. 7-91
Inspect Emergency Escape Device and Hanger........... 7-95
Auto-Lubrication System...................................................... 7-96
Check and Replace Seat Belt..............................................7-100
Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level............................7-100
Clean Air Horn Compressor Filter.....................................7-101
Check and Adjust Track Sag ..............................................7-102
Precautions for Adjusting Track Sag................................7-102
Loosen the Track....................................................................7-103
Tighten the Track...................................................................7-103
Check Accumulator and Track Adjuster Cylinder
Circuit....................................................................................7-104
Clean Side Frame Area ........................................................7-104
Check Tightening Torque of Bolts and Nuts.................7-105
G. Cubicle.......................................................................................7-117
H. Elastomeric Coupling............................................................7-118
Check Elastomeric Parts......................................................7-118
Replace Elastomeric Parts...................................................7-118
MAINTENANCE UNDER SPECIAL ENVIRONMENTAL
CONDITIONS . ..................................................................................9-1
Maintenance Under Special Environmental Conditions....9-1
STORAGE ........................................................................................ 10-1
Storing Machine............................................................................ 10-1
Removing Machine from Storage........................................... 10-2
Transporting Machine................................................................. 10-2
TROUBLESHOOTING . ............................................................... 11-1
Electrical System............................................................................ 11-1
Mode Selection.............................................................................. 11-1
Hydraulic System........................................................................... 11-2
SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................... 12-1
Specifications.................................................................................. 12-1
Working Range (Loading Shovel)............................................ 12-2
Working Range (Backhoe).......................................................... 12-3
INDEX . ............................................................................................. 14-1
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 MACHINE NUMBERS
The manufacturing Nos. explained in this group is the
individual number (serial No.) given to each machine and main
components. These numbers are requested when inquiring
any information on the machine and/or components. Fill these
serial Nos. in the blank spaces in this group to immediately
make them available upon request.

Machine Type and Serial Number

TYPE:

PRODUCT
IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER: MKBB-00-008

Product Identification Number

PRODUCT
IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER:

fNOTE: Marks to indicate the start

*HCMKBB90L00003001* and end of the PIN

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (PIN) M117-12-002

Main Motor Type and Serial Number

TYPE:
MFG. NO.:

M18U-00-002

Travel Motor Type and Serial Number

TYPE:
MFG. NO.:(LEFT)
MFG. NO.:(RIGHT)

M117-07-087
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Swing Motor Type and Serial Number

TYPE:
MFG. NO.: (FRONT)
MFG. NO.: (REAR)

M117-07-082
Hydraulic Pump Type and Serial Number

TYPE:
MFG. NO.: (1, 2)
MFG. NO.: (3, 4)
MFG. NO.: (5, 6)

M117-07-118

Front Type and Serial Number (Loading Shovel)

TYPE:
MFG. NO.:

M117-12-001

Bucket Type and Serial Number (Loading Shovel)

TYPE:
MFG. NO.:

M117-12-003
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Front Type and Serial Number (Backhoe Boom)

TYPE:
MFG. NO.:

M117-12-001

Front Type and Serial Number

(Backhoe Arm)

TYPE:
MFG. NO.:

M146-07-061

Bucket Type and Serial Number

(Backhoe)

TYPE:
MFG. NO.:

M146-01-020

Upper
Control Valve Type and Serial Number

TYPE:

MFG. NO. (UPPER):

MFG. NO. (LOWER LEFT):
MFG. NO. (LOWER RIGHT):

Lower Right Lower Left

M18L-00-001
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 SAFETY

Recognize Safety Information

• These are the SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS.

• When you see these symbols on your machine or in this

manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury.
• Follow recommended precautions and safe operating
practices.

SA-2644

Understand Signal Words

• On machine safety signs, signal words designating the
degree or level of hazard - DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION
- are used with the safety alert symbol.

• DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
• WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
• CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
• DANGER or WARNING safety signs are located near
specific hazards. General precautions are listed on
CAUTION safety signs.
• Some safety signs do not use any of the designated signal
words above after the safety alert symbol are occasionally
used on this machine.

• To avoid confusing machine protection with personal

safety messages, a signal word IMPORTANT indicates a
situation which, if not avoided, could result in damage to
the machine.
SA-1223
• f NOTE indicates an additional explanation for an
element of information.

S-1
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Follow Safety Instructions

• Carefully read and follow all safety signs on the machine
and all safety messages in this manual.
• Safety signs should be installed, maintained and replaced
when necessary.
• If a safety sign or this manual is damaged or missing,
order a replacement from your authorized dealer in the
same way you order other replacement parts (be sure to
state machine model and serial number when ordering).
• Learn how to operate the machine and its controls correctly
and safely.
• Allow only trained, qualified, authorized personnel to
operate the machine.
• Keep your machine in proper working condition. SA-003
• Unauthorized modifications of the machine may impair
its function and/or safety and affect machine life.
• Do not modify any machine parts without authorization.
Failure to do so may deteriorate the part safety, function,
and/or service life. In addition, personal accident,
machine trouble, and/or damage to material caused by
unauthorized modifications will void Hitachi Warranty
Policy.
• Do not use attachments and/or optional parts or
equipment not authorized by Hitachi. Failure to do so
may deteriorate the safety, function, and/or service life
of the machine. In addition, personal accident, machine
trouble, and/or damage to material caused by using
unauthorized attachments and/or optional parts or
equipment will void Hitachi Warranty Policy.
• The safety messages in this SAFETY chapter are intended
to illustrate basic safety procedures of machines. However
it is impossible for these safety messages to cover every
hazardous situation you may encounter. If you have any
questions, you should first consult your supervisor and/or
your authorized dealer before operating or performing
maintenance work on the machine.

S-2
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Prepare for Emergencies

• Be prepared if a fire starts or if an accident occurs.
• Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher on hand.
• Thoroughly read and understand the label attached on
the fire extinguisher to use it properly.
• To ensure that a fire extinguisher can be always used
when necessary, check and service the fire extinguisher
at the recommended intervals as specified in the fire
extinguisher manual.
• Establish emergency procedure guidelines to cope with
fires and accidents.
• Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance SA-437
service, hospital, and fire department posted near your
telephone.

Wear Protective Clothing

• Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment
appropriate to the job.

You may need:

A hard hat
Safety shoes
Safety glasses, goggles, or face shield
Heavy gloves
Hearing protection
Reflective clothing
Wet weather gear
Respirator or filter mask.
Be sure to wear the correct equipment and clothing for the SA-438
job. Do not take any chances.

• Avoid wearing loose clothing, jewelry, or other items that

can catch on control levers or other parts of the machine.

• Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of

the operator. Do not wear radio or music headphones while
operating the machine.

Protect Against Noise

• Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or
loss of hearing.
• Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as
earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or
uncomfortably loud noises.

SA-434

S-3
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Inspect Machine
• Inspect your machine carefully each day or shift by walking
around it before you start it to avoid personal injury.
• In the walk-around inspection, be sure to cover all
points described in the “MAINTENANCE” chapter in the
operator’s manual.

SA-435

General Precautions for CAB

• Before entering the cab, thoroughly remove all dirt and/or
oil such as mud, grease, soil or stones that may mess up the
cab from the soles of your work boots. If any controls such
as a pedal is operated while with dirt and/or oil on the soles
of the operator’s work boots, the operator’s foot may slip off
the pedal, possibly resulting in a personal accident.
• Do not mess up around the operator’s seat with parts,
tools, soil, stones, obstacles that may fold up or turn
over, cans or lunch box. The levers or pedals become
inoperable if obstacle jams in operation stroke of the
travel levers/pedals, pilot control shut-off lever or control
levers, which may result in serious injury or death.
• Do not leave parts and/or tools lying around the
operator’s seat. Store them in their specified locations.
• Avoid storing transparent bottles in the cab. Do not
attach any transparent type window decorations on
the windowpanes as they may focus sunlight, possibly
starting a fire.
• Refrain from listening to the radio, or using music
headphones or mobile telephones in the cab while
operating the machine.
• Keep all flammable materials and/or explosives away
from the machine.
• After using the ashtray, always cover it to extinguish the
match and/or tobacco.
• Do not leave cigarette lighters in the cab. When the
temperature in the cab increases, the lighter may
explode.
• Use proper floor mat dedicated to the machine. If another
floor mat is used, it may be displaced and contact with
the travel pedals or loader bucket open-close pedals
during operation, resulting in serious injury or death.

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Use Handholds and Steps

• Falling is one of the major causes of personal injury.
• When you get on and off the machine, always face the
machine and maintain a three-point contact with the
steps and handrails.
• Do not use any controls as handholds.
• Never jump on or off the machine. Never mount or
dismount a moving machine.
• Be careful of slippery conditions on platforms, steps, and
handrails when leaving the machine.
• Never get on and off the machine with tools in your
hands. SA-439

Adjust Operator’s Seat

• A poorly adjusted seat for either the operator or the
work at hand may quickly fatigue the operator leading to
misoperations.
• The seat should be adjusted whenever changing the
operator for the machine.
• The operator should be able to fully depress the pedals
and to correctly operate the control levers with his back
against the seat back.
• If not, move the seat forward or backward, and check
again.
• Adjust the rear view mirror position so that the best rear
SA-378
visibility is obtained from the operator’s seat. If the mirror
is broken, immediately replace it with a new one.

Ensure Safety Before Rising from or Leaving

Operator’s Seat
• Before rising from the operator’s seat to open/close either
side window or to adjust the seat position, be sure to
first lower the front attachment to the ground and then
move the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
Failure to do so may allow the machine to unexpectedly
move when a body part unintentionally comes in contact
with control levers/pedals, possibly resulting in serious
personal injury or death.
• Before leaving the machine, be sure to first lower the
front attachment to the ground and then move the pilot
control shut-off lever to the LOCK position. Press and hold
the motor stop switch until stopping the main motor
completely. Remove the key from the key switch.
• Before leaving the machine, close all windows, doors, and
access covers and lock them up.

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Fasten Your Seat Belt

• If the machine should overturn, the operator may become
injured and/or thrown from the cab. Additionally the
operator may be crushed by the overturning machine,
resulting in serious injury or death.
• Prior to operating the machine, thoroughly examine
webbing, buckle and attaching hardware. If any item is
damaged or worn, replace the seat belt or component
before operating the machine.
• Be sure to remain seated with the seat belt securely
fastened at all times when the machine is in operation to
minimize the chance of injury from an accident.
• We recommend that the seat belt is replaced every three
years regardless of its apparent condition. SA-237
• Seat belt is also provided on the trainer’s seat. Be sure the
rider on the trainer’s seat properly fastens seat belt before
operating the machine.

Move and Operate Machine Safely

• Bystanders can be run over.
• Take extra care not to run over bystanders. Confirm the
location of bystanders before moving, swinging, or
operating the machine.
• Always keep the travel alarm and horn in working
condition (if equipped). It warns people when the
machine starts to move.
• Use a signal person when moving, swinging, or operating
the machine in congested areas. Coordinate hand signals
before starting the machine.
• Use appropriate illumination. Check that all lights are SA-426
operable before operating the machine. If any faulty
illumination is present, immediately repair it.
• Ensure the cab door, windows, doors and covers are
securely locked.
• Check the mirror and the monitors in the CAB for
problems. If there are problems, replace the problem
parts or clean the mirror, cameras and monitors.
Refer to Camera Monitor section on the cleaning of the
camera and monitor.

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Operate Only from Operator’s Seat

• Inappropriate main motor starting procedures may cause
the machine to runaway, possibly resulting in serious injury
or death.
• Start the main motor only from the operator’s seat.
• Do not start the main motor by shorting across starter
terminals.
• Before starting the main motor, confirm that all control
levers are in neutral.
• Before starting the main motor, confirm the safety around
the machine and sound the horn to alert bystanders.

SA-444

Precautions for Operations

• Investigate the worksite before starting operations.
• Be sure to install an overhead cab guard when operating
in a worksite which has a possibility of falling objects.
• If operation on soft ground is required, sufficiently
reinforce the ground beforehand.
• Be sure to wear close fitting clothing and safety
equipment appropriate for the job, such as a hard hat,
etc. when operating the machine.
• Clear all persons and obstacles from area of operation and
machine movement.
Do not permit persons other than the operator to enter
areas where there is danger such as flying objects.
Always beware of the surroundings while operating.
When working in a small area surrounded by obstacles,
take care not to hit the upperstructure against obstacles.
• When loading onto trucks, bring the bucket over the truck
beds from the rear side. Take care not to swing the bucket
over the cab or over any person.

M117-05-006

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Avoid Injury Caused by High Tension Electric

Shock
• Never attempt to open any electrical component covers
displaying a decal with the words “HIGH VOLTAGE.” You may
receive an electric shock, possibly resulting in personal
injury or death.
• Never attempt to touch or grab any high tension electrical
components or the power cable with wet hands. You may
receive an electric shock, possibly resulting in personal
injury or death.
• Take care not to run over the power cable when traveling
the machine.
• The power cable is routed under the track frame. Avoid
traveling over ground with large protruding rocks or over
rough terrain. The power cable may be damaged.

SA-112

Investigate Job Site Beforehand

• When working at the edge of an excavation or on a road
shoulder, the machine could tip over, possibly resulting in
serious injury or death.
• Investigate the configuration and ground conditions of
the job site beforehand to prevent the machine from
falling and to prevent the ground, stockpiles, or banks
from collapsing.
• Make a work plan. Use machines appropriate to the work
and job site.
• Reinforce ground, edges, and road shoulders as
necessary. Keep the machine well back from the edges of
excavations and road shoulders.
• When working on an incline or on a road shoulder, SA-380
employ a signal person as required.
• When the footing is weak, reinforce the ground before
starting work.
• When working on frozen ground, be extremely alert. As
ambient temperatures rise, footing becomes loose and
slippery.
• Beware the possibility of fire when operating the machine
near flammable objects such as dry grass.

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Inspect Power Cable Daily

• The power cable will wear while operating and traveling
the machine. Exposed internal power lines may cause
short circuits and may result in personal injury or death by
electric shock.
• Before operating the machine, be sure to thoroughly
inspect the power cable to determine if the internal
reinforcement layer is exposed. If so, replace the power
cable.
• If the power cable wears to the internal reinforcement
layer while operating or traveling the machine,
immediately stop operation or traveling and replace the
power cable.
• Never attempt to touch or grab the worn, exposed part of
SA-528
the cable. Personal injury or death may result.

Restriction of Attachment Installation

Do not install an attachment which exceeds specified weight
for the machine structure.

Provide Signals for Jobs Involving Multiple

Machines
• For jobs involving multiple machines, provide signals
commonly known by all personnel involved. Also, appoint
a signal person to coordinate the job site. Make sure that all
personnel obey the signal person’s directions.

SA-481

Confirm Direction of Machine to be Driven

• Incorrect travel pedal/lever operation may result in serious
injury or death.
• Before driving the machine, confirm the position of the
undercarriage in relation to the operator’s position. If the
travel motors are located in front of the cab, the machine
will move in reverse when travel pedals/levers are
operated to the front.

SA-491

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Drive Machine Safely

• Before driving the machine, always confirm that the travel
levers/pedals direction corresponds to the direction you
wish to drive.
• Be sure to detour around any obstructions.
• Avoid traveling over obstructions. Soil, fragments of rocks,
and/or metal pieces may scatter around the machine. Do
not allow personnel to stay around the machine while
traveling.

• Driving on a slope may cause the machine to slip or

overturn, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
• Never attempt to ascend or descend 30 degrees or SA-387
steeper slopes.
• Be sure to fasten the seat belt.
• When driving up or down a slope, keep the bucket facing
the direction of travel, approximately 0.5 to 1.0 m (A)
above the ground.
• If the machine starts to skid or becomes unstable,
immediately lower the bucket to the ground and stop.

SA-388

• Driving across the face of a slope or steering on a SA-441

slope may cause the machine to skid or turnover. If
the direction must be changed, move the machine to
level ground, then, change the direction to ensure safe
operation.
• Avoid swinging the upperstructure on slopes. Never
attempt to swing the upperstructure downhill. The
machine may tip over. If swinging uphill is unavoidable,
carefully operate the upperstructure and boom at slow
speed.

SA-589

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• Be sure to fully pull up the stairway before traveling.
• Be sure to thoroughly warm up the machine before
ascending steep slopes. If hydraulic oil has not warmed
up sufficiently, sufficient performance may not be
obtained.
• Before descending a slope, turn the travel mode switch
to the SLOW position on level ground. Do not operate
the travel mode switch while descending a slope. The
machine may slip, possibly causing safety accident.
• When descending a steep slope, avoid quick start or stop
traveling in the FAST mode. Failure to do so may result in
damage to the travel motors. Travel Motor
• Use a signal person when moving, swinging or operating M145-05-003
the machine in congested areas. Coordinate hand signals
before starting the machine.
• Before moving machine, determine which way to move
travel pedals/levers for the direction you want to go.
When the travel motors are in the rear, pushing down
on the front of the travel pedals or pushing the levers
forward moves the machine forward, towards the idlers.
• Select a travel route that is as flat as possible. Steer the
machine as straight as possible, making small gradual
changes in direction.
• When traveling on a level surface, position the front
with boom (1) fully raised, and arm (2) fully retracted, as
illustrated, in order to apply the load as evenly as possible
to all of the lower rollers. M145-05-004
• Before traveling on them, check the strengths of bridges
and road shoulders, and reinforce if necessary.
• Do not make contact with electric wires or bridges.
• When crossing a river, measure the depth of the river
1 2
using the bucket, and cross slowly. Do not cross the river
when the depth of the river is deeper than the upper
edge of the upper rollers.
• When traveling on rough terrain, select slow travel
speed. Slower speed will reduce possible damage to the
machine.
• Avoid operations that may damage the track and
undercarriage components.
• During freezing weather, always clean snow and ice from
track shoes, to prevent the machine from slipping. M145-05-027

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M145-05-022

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Avoid Injury from Rollaway Accidents

• Death or serious injury may result if you attempt to mount
or stop a moving machine.

To avoid rollaways:
1. Select level ground when possible to park the machine.
2. Do not park the machine on a grade.
3. Lower the bucket and/or other work tools to the ground.
4. Stop the main motor and remove the key from the key
switch.
5. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to LOCK position.
6. Block both tracks and lower the bucket to the ground. SA-391
Thrust the bucket teeth into the ground if you must park
on a grade.
7. Position the machine to prevent rolling.
8. Park at a reasonable distance from other machines.

SA-392

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Avoid Injury from Back-Over and Swing

Accidents
• If any person is present near the machine when backing or
swinging the upperstructure, the machine may hit or run
over that person, resulting in serious injury or death.

To avoid back-over and swing accidents:

• Always look around BEFORE YOU BACK UP AND SWING
THE MACHINE. BE SURE THAT ALL BYSTANDERS ARE
CLEAR.
• Keep the travel alarm in working condition (if equipped).
ALWAYS BE ALERT FOR BYSTANDERS MOVING INTO THE
WORK AREA. USE THE HORN OR OTHER SIGNAL TO WARN
BYSTANDERS BEFORE MOVING MACHINE. SA-383
• USE A SIGNAL PERSON WHEN BACKING UP IF YOUR VIEW
IS OBSTRUCTED. ALWAYS KEEP THE SIGNAL PERSON IN
VIEW.
Use hand signals, which conform to your local regulations,
when work conditions require a signal person.
• No machine motions shall be made unless signals are
clearly understood by both signal person and operator.
• Learn the meanings of all flags, signs, and markings used
on the job and confirm who has the responsibility for
signaling.
• Keep windows, mirrors, and lights clean and in good
condition.
• Dust, heavy rain, fog, etc., can reduce visibility. As visibility
decreases, reduce speed and use proper lighting.
• Read and understand all operating instructions in the SA-384
operator’s manual.

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Keep Person Clear from Working Area

• A person around the operating machine may be hit severely
by the swinging front attachment or counterweight, be
caught in other objects, and/or be struck by flying objects,
resulting in serious injury or death.
• Set up barriers and/or put a “NO ADMISSION” sign at
the machine operating site and areas exposed by flying
objects to prevent anyone from entering the work area.
• Before operating the machine, set up barriers to the
sides and rear area of the bucket swing radius to prevent
anyone from entering the work area.

SA-386

Never Position Bucket Over Anyone

• Never lift, move, or swing bucket above anyone or a truck
cab.
Serious injury or machine damage may result due to bucket
load spill or due to collision with the bucket.

SA-487

Avoid Undercutting
• In order to retreat from the edge of an excavation if the
footing should collapse, always position the undercarriage
perpendicular to the edge of the excavation with the travel
motors at the rear.
• If the footing starts to collapse and if retreat is not
possible do not panic. Often, the machine can be secured
by lowering the front attachment, in such cases.

SA-488

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Avoid Tipping
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO JUMP CLEAR OF TIPPING MACHINE
--- SERIOUS OR FATAL CRUSHING INJURIES WILL RESULT
MACHINE WILL TIP OVER FASTER THAN YOU CAN JUMP
FREE
FASTEN YOUR SEAT BELT

• The danger of tipping is always present when operating on

a grade, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.

To avoid tipping:
• Be extra careful before operating on a grade.
• Prepare machine operating area flat. SA-012
• Keep the bucket low to the ground and close to the
machine.
• Reduce operating speeds to avoid tipping or slipping.
• Avoid changing direction when traveling on grades.
• NEVER attempt to travel across a grade steeper than 15
degrees if crossing the grade is unavoidable.
• Reduce swing speed as necessary when swinging loads.

• Be careful when working on frozen ground.

• Temperature increases will cause the ground to become
soft and make ground travel unstable.

SA-440

Never Undercut a High Bank

• The edges could collapse or a land slide could occur causing
serious injury or death.

SA-489

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Dig with Caution

• Accidental severing of underground cables or gas lines may
cause an explosion and/or fire, possibly resulting in serious
injury or death.
• Before digging, check the location of cables, gas lines, and
water lines.
• Keep the minimum distance required, by law, from cables,
gas lines, and water lines.
• If a fiber optic cable should be accidentally severed, do
not look into the end. Doing so may result in serious eye
injury.
• Contact your local “diggers hot line” if available in your
area, and/or the utility companies directly.
Have them mark all underground utilities. SA-382

Operate with Caution

• If the front attachment or any other part of the machine hits
against an overhead obstacle, such as a bridge, both the
machine and the overhead obstacle will be damaged, and
personal injury may result as well.
• Take care to avoid hitting overhead obstacles with the
boom or arm.

SA-389

Avoid Power Lines

• Serious injury or death can result if the machine or front
attachments are not kept a safe distance from electric lines.
• When operating near an electric line, NEVER move any
part of the machine or load closer than 3 m plus twice the
line insulator length.
• Check and comply with any local regulations that may
apply.
• Wet ground will expand the area that could cause any
person on it to be affected by electric shock. Keep all
bystanders or co-workers away from the site.

SA-381

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Precautions for Lightning

• Lightning may strike the machine.
If lightning comes close, immediately stop the operation,
and take the following action.
• When you are around the machine or operating cab-
less machine, evacuate to a safe place far away from the
machine.
• When you are in the cab, stay in the cab until lightning
has passed and safety is secured. Close the cab doors and
windows. Lower the bucket to the ground, and stop the
main motor. Put your hands on your lap to avoid contact
with any metal surfaces. Never go out of the cab.
• If lightning strikes the machine or near the machine,
check all of the machine safety devices for any failure
after lightning has passed and safety is secured. If any SA-1088
trouble is found, operate the machine only after repairing
it.

Object Handling
• If a lifted load should fall, any person nearby may be
struck by the falling load or may be crushed underneath it,
resulting in serious injury or death.
• When using the machine for craning operations, be sure
to comply with all local regulations.
• Do not use damaged chains or frayed cables, sables,
slings, or ropes.
• Before craning, position the upperstructure with the
travel motors at the rear.
• Move the load slowly and carefully. Never move it
suddenly.
• Keep all persons will away from the load.
• Never move a load over a person’s head.
• Do not allow anyone to approach the load until it is safely
and securely situated on supporting blocks or on the
ground. SA-104
• Never attach a sling or chain to the bucket teeth. They
may come off, causing the load to fall.

Protect Against Flying Debris

• If flying debris hit eyes or any other part of the body, serious
injury may result.
• Guard against injury from flying pieces of metal or debris;
wear goggles or safety glasses.
• Keep bystanders away from the working area before
striking any object.

SA-432

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Park Machine Safely

To avoid accidents:
1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.
2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Push the main motor stop switch to stop the main motor.
4. Remove the key from the key switch.
5. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
6. Close windows and cab door.
7. Lock all access doors and compartments.

SA-390

Handle Fluids Safely – Avoid Fires

• Most lubricants are flammable.
• Store flammable fluids well away from fire hazards.
• Do not incinerate or puncture pressurized containers.
• Do not store oily rags; they can ignite and burn
spontaneously.
• Securely tighten the oil filler cap.

SA-019

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Practice Safe Maintenance

To avoid accidents:
• Understand service procedures before starting work.
• Keep the work area clean and dry.
• Do not spray water or steam inside cab.
• Never lubricate or service the machine while it is moving.
• Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven
parts.
Before servicing the machine:
1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.
2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Push the main motor stop switch to stop the main motor.
4. Relieve the pressure in the hydraulic system by moving
the control levers several times.
5. Remove the key from the key switch. SA-028

6. Attach a “Do Not Operate” tag on the control lever.

7. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
8. Allow the machine to cool.
• If a maintenance procedure must be performed with the
main motor running, do not leave machine unattended.
• If the machine must be raised, maintain a 90 to 110°
angle between the boom and arm. Securely support any
machine elements that must be raised for service work.
• Never work under a machine raised by the boom.
• Inspect certain parts periodically and repair or replace as
necessary. Refer to the section discussing that part in the
“MAINTENANCE” chapter of this manual.
• Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. SA-527
• Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts.
Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.
• When cleaning parts, always use nonflammable
detergent oil. Never use highly flammable oil such as fuel
oil and gasoline to clean parts or surfaces.
• Pull the battery disconnect switch down before making
adjustments to electrical systems or before performing
welding on the machine.
• Turn the power switch in the substation OFF before
adjusting the high tension electrical system, or
performing welding work on the machine.
• Never allow an unqualified person to perform adjusting
or maintenance for the high tension electrical system.

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• Sufficiently illuminate the work site. Use a maintenance
work light when working under or inside the machine.
• Always use a work light protected with a guard. In case
the light bulb is broken, spilled oil, or window washer
fluid may catch fire.

SA-037

Warn Others of Service Work

• Unexpected machine movement can cause serious injury.
• Before performing any work on the machine, attach a “Do
Not Operate” tag on the control lever.
This tag is available from your authorized dealer.

SA-287

Support Machine Properly

• Never attempt to work on the machine without securing
the machine first.
• Always lower the attachment to the ground before you
work on the machine.
• If you must work on a lifted machine or attachment,
securely support the machine or attachment. Do not
support the machine on cinder blocks, hollow tires, or
props that may crumble under continuous load. Do not
work under a machine that is supported solely by a jack.

SA-527

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Stay Clear of Moving Parts

• Entanglement in moving parts can cause serious injury.
• To prevent accidents, care should be taken to ensure that
hands, feet, clothing, jewelry and hair do not become
entangled when working around rotating parts.

SA-026

SA-2294

Prevent Parts from Flying

• Grease in the track adjuster is under high pressure.
Failure to follow the precautions below may result in serious
injury, blindness, or death.
• Do not attempt to remove GREASE FITTING or VALVE
ASSEMBLY.
• As pieces may fly off, be sure to keep body and face away
from valve.
• Never attempt to disassemble the track adjuster.
Inadvertent disassembling of the track adjuster may
cause the parts such as a spring to fly off, possibly
resulting in severe personal injury or death.
SA-344

• Travel reduction gears are under pressure.

• As pieces may fly off, be sure to keep body and face away
from AIR RELEASE PLUG to avoid injury.
• GEAR OIL is hot. Wait for GEAR OIL to cool, then gradually
loosen AIR RELEASE PLUG to release pressure.

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Avoid Injury from Attachment Falling Accident

• Stored attachments such as buckets, hydraulic hammers,
and blades can fall and cause serious injury or death.
• To avoid possible personal injury from attachment falling
accident, use a platform when replacing an attachment.
• Securely store attachments such as a bucket, blade,
breaker and other parts to prevent falling.
• Keep children and bystanders away from storage areas.
SA-034

Prevent Burns
Hot spraying fluids:

• The hydraulic oil tank is pressurized. Again, be sure to

release all pressure before removing the cap.

Hot fluids and surfaces:

• Gear oil and hydraulic oil also become hot during operation.
The main motor, hoses, lines and other parts become hot as
well.
• Wait for the oil and components to cool before starting SA-039
any maintenance or inspection work.

SA-225

Replace Rubber Hoses Periodically

• Rubber hoses that contain flammable fluids under pressure
may break due to aging, fatigue, and abrasion. It is very
difficult to gauge the extent of deterioration due to aging,
fatigue, and abrasion of rubber hoses by inspection alone.
• Periodically replace the rubber hoses. (See the page of
“Periodic replacement of parts” in the operator’s manual).

• Failure to periodically replace rubber hoses may cause a fire,

fluid injection into skin, or the front attachment to fall on a
person nearby, which may result in severe burns, gangrene,
or otherwise serious injury or death. SA-019

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Avoid High-Pressure Fluids

• Fluids such as hydraulic oil under pressure can penetrate
the skin or eyes causing serious injury, blindness or death.
• Avoid this hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other lines.
• Tighten all connections before applying pressure.
• Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard; take care to
protect hands and body from high-pressure fluids. Wear a
face shield or goggles for eye protection.
• If an accident occurs, see a doctor familiar with this
type of injury immediately. Any fluid injected into the
skin must be surgically removed within a few hours, or
gangrene may result.
SA-031

SA-292

SA-044

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Prevent Fires
Check for Oil Leaks:
• Hydraulic oil and lubricant leaks can lead to fires.
• Check for oil leaks due to missing or loose clamps, kinked
hoses, lines or hoses that rub against each other, damage
to the oil cooler, and loose oil cooler flange bolts.
• Tighten, repair or replace any missing, loose or damaged
clamps, lines, hoses, oil cooler and oil cooler flange bolts.
• Do not bend or strike high-pressure lines.
• Never install bent or damaged lines, pipes or hoses.
• Replace hydraulic hoses periodically even if there is no
abnormality in their external appearance. SA-019

Check for Shorts:

• Short circuits can cause fires.
• Clean and tighten all electrical connections.
• Check before each shift or after eight (8) to ten (10) hours
operation for loose, kinked, hardened or frayed electrical
cables and wires.
• Check before each shift or after eight (8) to ten (10) hours
operation for missing or damaged terminal caps.
• DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE if cable or wires are loose,
kinked, etc.
• Never attempt to modify electric wirings.

Clean up Flammable Materials:

• Spilled oil, and window washer fluid, and trash, grease,
debris, accumulated coal dust, and other flammable
materials may cause fires.
• Prevent fires by inspecting and cleaning the machine
daily, and by removing spilled or accumulated flammable
materials immediately.
• Do not store oily cloths as they are vulnerable to catching
fire.
• Keep flammable materials away from open flames.
• Do not ignite or crush a pressurized or sealed container.

Check Key Switch:

• If fire breaks out, failure to stop the main motor will escalate
the fire, hampering fire fighting.
Always check key switch function before operating the
machine every day:
1. Start the main motor.
2. Turn the key switch to the OFF position to confirm that
the main motor stops.
• If any abnormalities are found, be sure to repair them
before operating the machine.

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Check Emergency Main Motor Stop Switch:
• If a fire breaks out, failure to release pressurized air inside
the hydraulic oil tank will escalate fire, hampering fire
fighting.
• Check the emergency main motor stop switch function
every 250 hours:
1. Start the main motor.
2. Turn the emergency main motor stop switch to the
EMERG. STOP position.
3. Confirm that main motor stops and that pressurized air
inside the hydraulic oil tank is released (a hissing sound
should be heard).
• If any abnormalities are found, be sure to repair them
before operating the machine.
Check Heat Shields:
• Damaged or missing heat shield may lead to fires.
• Damaged or missing heat shields must be repaired or
replaced before operating the machine.
• If hydraulic hoses are broken while the main motor door
is open, splattered oil on the high temperature parts
may cause fire. Always close the main motor door while
operating the machine.

Evacuating in Case of Fire

• If a fire breaks out, evacuate the machine in the following
way:
1. Stop the main motor by turning the emergency main
motor stop switch to the EMERG. STOP position if there is
time.
2. Use a fire extinguisher if there is time.
3. Exit the machine.
• In an emergency, if the cab door or left window can not be
opened, break the left windowpane with the emergency SA-393
evacuation hammer to escape from the cab. Refer to the
explanation pages on the Emergency Evacuation Method.

SS-1510

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 SAFETY

Precautions for Welding and Grinding

• Welding may generate gas and/or small fires.
• Pull the battery disconnect switch down before
performing welding work on the machine.
• Be sure to perform welding in a well ventilated and
prepared area. Store flammable materials in a safe place
before starting welding.
• Only qualified personnel should perform welding. Never
allow an unqualified person to perform welding.

• Grinding on the machine may create fire hazards. Store

flammable materials in a safe place before starting grinding.

• After finishing welding and grinding, recheck that there are

SA-818
no abnormalities such as the area surrounding the welded
area still smoldering.

Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines

• Flammable spray can be generated by heating near
pressurized fluid lines, resulting in severe burns to yourself
and bystanders.
• Do not heat by welding, soldering, or using a torch near
pressurized fluid lines or other flammable materials.
• Pressurized lines can be accidentally cut when heat goes
beyond the immediate flame area. Install temporary
fire-resistant guards to protect hoses or other materials
before engaging in welding, soldering, etc.

Avoid Applying Heat to Lines Containing

Flammable Fluids SA-030

• Do not weld or flame cut pipes or tubes that contain

flammable fluids.
• Clean them thoroughly with nonflammable solvent
before welding or flame cutting them.

Avoid Heating Near High Tension Cable Lines

• Damages, electricity leaks, and short circuits may be
generated by heating near the high tension cable lines.
• Do not heat by welding, soldering, or using a torch near
high tension cable lines.
• Install temporary fire-resistant guards to protect high
tension cable lines before engaging in welding, soldering,
etc.

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 SAFETY

Precautions for Handling Accumulator

High-pressure nitrogen gas is sealed in the accumulator.
Inappropriate handling may cause explosion, possibly
resulting in serious injury or death.

Strictly comply with the following items:

• Do not disassemble the unit.
• Keep the units away from open flames and fire.
• Do not bore a hole, do not cut by torch.
• Avoid giving shocks by hitting or rolling the unit.
• Before disposing the unit, sealed gas must be released.
Contact your authorized dealer.

Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating

• Hazardous fumes can be generated when paint is heated by
welding, soldering, or using a torch. If inhaled, these fumes
may cause sickness.
• Avoid potentially toxic fumes and dust.
• Do all such work outside or in a well-ventilated area.
Dispose of paint and solvent properly.
• Remove paint before welding or heating:
1. If you sand or grind paint, avoid breathing the dust.
Wear an approved respirator.
2. If you use solvent or paint stripper, remove stripper with
soap and water before welding. Remove solvent or paint
stripper containers and other flammable materials from SA-029
area. Allow fumes to disperse at least 15 minutes before
welding or heating.

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 SAFETY

Beware of Asbestos and Silicon Dust and Other

Contamination
• Take care not to inhale dust produced in the work site.
Inhalation of asbestos fibers may be the cause of lung
cancer. Inhalation of silicon dust or other contamination
may cause sickness.
• Depending on the work site conditions, the risk
of inhaling asbestos fiber, silicon dust or other
contamination may exist. Spray water to prevent asbestos
fibers, silicon dust or other contamination from becoming
airborne. Do not use compressed air.
• When operating the machine in a work site where
asbestos fibers, silicon dust or other contamination SA-029
might be present, be sure to operate the machine
from the upwind side and wear a mask rated to
prevent the inhalation of asbestos, silicon dust or other
contamination.
• Keep bystanders out of the work site during operation.
• Asbestos fibers might be present in imitation parts. Use
only genuine Hitachi Parts.

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Prevent Battery Explosions

• Battery gas can explode.
• Keep sparks, lighted matches, and flame away from the
top of battery.
• Do not leave cover (1) removed. Do not keep tools, metals
or flammable materials around the battery or inside the
battery room. If a metal tool is placed across the battery
terminal, sparks may be created, possibly resulting in fire
and/or explosion.
• Never check battery charge by placing a metal object
across the posts. Use a voltmeter or hydrometer.
• Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode. Warm the
battery to 16 °C (60 °F) first.
• Do not continue to use or charge the battery when SA-032
electrolyte level is lower than specified. Explosion of the
battery may result.
• Loose terminals may produce sparks. Securely tighten all
terminals.
• Connect terminals to the correct electrical poles. Failure
to do so may cause damage to the electrical parts or fire.
1

• Battery electrolyte is poisonous. If the battery should

explode battery electrolyte may be splashed into eyes,
possibly resulting in blindness.
• Be sure to wear eye protection when checking electrolyte
specific gravity.
MKBB-00-001

Service Air Conditioning System Safely

• If spilled onto skin, refrigerant may cause a cold contact
burn.
• Refer to the instructions described on the container for
proper use when handling the refrigerant.
• Use a recovery and recycling system to avoid leaking
refrigerant into the atmosphere.
• Never touch the refrigerant.

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 SAFETY

Handle Chemical Products Safely

• Direct exposure to hazardous chemicals can cause serious
injury. Potentially hazardous chemicals used with your
machine include such items as lubricants, paints, and
adhesives.
• A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provides specific details on
chemical products: physical and health hazards, safety
procedures, and emergency response techniques.
• Check the SDS before you start any job using a hazardous
chemical. That way you will know exactly what the risks
are and how to do the job safely. Then follow procedures
and use recommended equipment.
• See your authorized dealer for SDS’s (available only in
English) on chemical products used with your machine. SA-2579

Dispose of Waste Properly

• Improperly disposing of waste can threaten the
environment and ecology. Potentially harmful waste used
with HITACHI equipment includes such items as oil, brake
fluid, filters, and batteries.
• Use leakproof containers when draining fluids. Do not use
food or beverage containers that may mislead someone
into drinking from them.
• Do not pour waste onto the ground, down a drain, or into
any water source.
• Air conditioning refrigerants escaping into the air can
damage the Earth’s atmosphere. Government regulations
may require a certified air conditioning service center to
recover and recycle used air conditioning refrigerants.
• Inquire on the proper way to recycle or dispose of waste SA-226
from your local environmental or recycling center, or from
your authorized dealer.

Precautions for Communication Terminal

Electrical wave transmitted from the communication terminal
may cause malfunction of other electronic devices. Inquire
the device manufacturer for electrical wave disturbance upon
using an electronic device near the communication terminal.

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Precaution for Communication Terminal

Communication Terminal
Equipment (Optional)
This machine has a communication terminal equipment
emitting electrical waves installed in a cover which is in the
left side of trainer's seat. There is a possibility that a medical
device, including an implantable device such as a cardiac
pacemaker, would be affected and would malfunction by the
electrical waves emitted from the communication terminal
equipment.

Any person affixed with a medical device such as the above

should not use this machine, unless the medical device and
the cover are at least 22 centimeters (8.7 inches) apart at
all times. If such condition cannot be met, please contact
your authorized dealer and have the person in charge stop
the communication terminal equipment from functioning
completely and confirm that it is not emitting electrical waves.
This machine is equipped with a communication terminal type
A or type B.
Consult your authorized dealer for the type of communication
terminal.
MKBA-01-008

Specific Absorption Rate ("SAR") (measured by 10 g per unit) of

communication terminal equipment:
Type A Type B
E-GSM900 0.573 W/Kg (914.8 MHz) 0.12 W/Kg (897.6 MHz)
DCS-1800 0.130 W/Kg (1710.2 MHz) 0.06 W/Kg (1748.0 MHz)
WCDMA Band I 0.271 W/Kg (1950.0 MHz) 0.05 W/Kg (1950.0 MHz)
WCDMA Band VIII - 0.10 W/Kg (892.6 MHz)

*This data was measured by having each type of

communication terminal equipment, such as the
communication terminal equipment used with this machine,
and a human body set apart by 3 cm (1.2 inches).
* SAR is a measure of the amount of radio frequency energy
absorbed by the body when using a wireless application such
as a mobile phone.

In Japan: *Under the Japanese Radio Act and other relevant

Japanese regulations, the maximum SAR value is 2 W/kg (as of
March 2010).

In EU Member nation: *Under the "Council Recommendation

1999/519/EC 12 July 1999'; the maximum SAR value is 2 W/kg
(as of March 2010).

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• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, modify or displace
the communication terminal, antennas or cables. Failure to
do so may result in damage and/or fire to the machine or
the communication terminal. (Before removing or installing
the communication terminal, consult your authorized
dealer.)

• Do not pinch or forcibly pull cables, cords or connectors.

Failure to do so may cause damage or fire on the machine
and to the communication terminal due to short/broken
circuit.

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Precaution for WIU (Wireless Interface Unit)

Communication Equipment (Optional)
2
This machine has a WIU communication equipment emitting
electrical waves installed inside the cab.
1- Controller
2- Antenna
There is a possibility that a medical device, including an
implantable device such as a cardiac pacemaker, would be
affected and would malfunction by the electrical waves
emitted from the WIU communication equipment.

Any person affixed with a medical device such as the above

should use this machine with caution. 1
MKBD-00-001
• Never attempt to disassemble, repair, modify or displace
the WIU communication equipment, antennas or cables.
Failure to do so may result in damage and/or fire to the base
machine or to the WIU communication equipment. (When
required to remove or install the WIU communication
equipment, contact your authorized dealer.)

• Do not pinch or forcibly pull cables, cords or connectors.

Failure to do so may cause short circuit or broken circuit
that may result in damage and/or fire to the base machine
or to the WIU communication equipment.

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Machine Fire Suppression

What you should do:

This machine, like other large mobile machines that

operate virtually nonstop, 24 hours per day, 7 days per
week, generates considerable heat in close proximity to
flammable liquids and is susceptible to fire.
Fires can result in expensive repair or replacement and more
importantly serious injury to the equipment operator.
It is strongly recommended that you install a Fire
Suppression System (FSS) on this machine and maintain
it in good working condition. This machine is equipped
with a communication link to ensure seamless operation of
FSS with the operation of the machine. It is essential that
whichever FSS you choose is compatible with the machine
communication system. Before installation of FSS, contact
your authorized dealer with installation details. We will
provide any required documentation to the FSS supplier for
optimum configuration.

What can the local supplier of FSS should provide:

• Commissioning expertise
• Operator and service training
• Service and performance contracts
• Support for preventative maintenance
• Strong spare parts availability

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Visibility Map for Machine Model EX2600E-6

Personal Hazard
This machine complies with the essential health and safety requirements for visibility set out by Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC. The map shows the residual maskings (blind spots) observed by a seated operator (wearing the
recommended seat restraint) in the cab using direct vision and the standard visual aids supplied with the machine.
Additionally, operators are encouraged to adjust the mirrors provided to the machine to show the area as shown below.
This map shows an approximation of the residual masking. This can be used as a guide when conducting a site risk
assessment, utilized for site management and to consider additional visual aids.

Conditions: Driver’s visibility on 1mRB and VTC are evaluated under ISO 5006.
Test Height (on 1 m RB) : 1.2 m to 1.5 m
(1 m RB to VTC/on VTC) : Ground Level
Operator Eye Height : 1.2 m from the Cab Floor
Machine Configuration : Backhoe Front, Loading Front
Machine Position : Travel Position (For the detail position, see the image below.)
Applicable Visual Aids : 1. Standard Mirror
2. Camera Monitor (Optional)
Machine Position Image:

5.7 m 5.3 m

Backhoe Front Loading Front

M145-05-027 M145-05-022
Visibility Map

FRONT FRONT

1. Standard Mirror
2. With Camera Monitor (Optional)
MKBB-00-006 MKBB-00-007

1 m Rectangular Boundary (1 m RB):

Reference to evaluate the operator visibility around the machine
12 m (24 m) Visibility Test Circle (VTC):
Reference to evaluate the operator visibility to the ground
A : 1 m Rectangular Boundary (1 m RB)
B : 12 m Visibility Test Circle (VTC)
C : 24 m Visibility Test Circle (VTC)

a : Standard Mirror
b : Camera Monitor (Optional)

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 SAFETY SIGNS
All safety signs and their locations affixed on the machine are
illustrated in this group. Make sure of the contents described
in the safety signs through reading actual ones affixed on
the machine to ensure safe machine operation. Always keep
the safety signs clean. In case a safety sign is broken or lost,
immediately, obtain a new replacement and affix it again in
position on the machine. Use the part No. indicated under the
right corner of each safety sign illustration when placing an
order of it to the Hitachi dealer.

SS3089713 SS-691

1020878
SS-442 MKBA-00-001

SS-688

SS-445

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 SAFETY SIGNS

(Loading Shovel) SS-446 SS-723

SS3076096

SS-723

SS-410 SS-723

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SAFETY SIGNS

SS3108517 M18K-01-012

SSYA00020499

M18L-01-017

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SAFETY SIGNS

SS-413

SS-686

M141-01-012

M141-01-013

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 SAFETY SIGNS
1 1 2

SS-3050
2

MKBB-00-003

SS-3051

SS-3050

MKBB-00-004

1
SS-3049

MKBB-00-005

SS-3104

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SAFETY SIGNS

SS-449 MKBB-00-002

S-41
 SAFETY SIGNS

SS-711
M18U-00-001

1
1 2 3

SS-3100

M18U-00-002

SS-3101

SS-3102

S-42
SAFETY SIGNS

SS-3831

SSYA00008687

SS-3832

SSYA00008686

SS-3833

SS3092352 SS-3834

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 COMPONENTS NAME

Components Name
Loading Shovel
1- Bucket
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11
2- Bucket Cylinder 17
3- Arm
10
4- Level Cylinder
5- Arm Cylinder 12
6- Boom Cylinder
7- Boom
8- Cab
9- Emergency Escape Hanger
10- Emergency Escape Device
11- Cubicle
12- Counterweight
13- Stairway
16 18 15 14 13
14- Travel Device MKBA-01-006
15- Track Shoe
Backhoe 5 6
16- Horn 7 8
17- Rear View Mirror 3
2 9
18- Front View Camera
(Optional)
18
19- Rear View Camera
(Optional)

10 MKBA-01-007

19

19

17

MKBB-01-012

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 HANDLING STAIRWAY/EMERGENCY ESCAPE DEVICE

Using Stairway
Always use stairway (1) when getting on and off the machine.
Do not attempt to climb onto or off the machine any other
way.

d • WARNING:
Always mount or dismount the machine only when
stairway (1) is fully extended.
When you get on and off the machine, always
maintain a three point contact with the steps and
handrails and face the machine.
Never jump on or off the machine. Never mount or 1 M18M-01-029
dismount a moving machine.
• Thoroughly remove and clean slippery materials
such as mud and/or grease from the steps and/or
hand rails.

Operating Stairway

d • WARNING:
Check that no personnel are present around the
machine before beginning operation.
Never operate the machine when any personnel
are present near machine.
• Lower stairway (1) only after checking that
no obstructions are present in the spot where
stairway (1) is lowered.

fNOTE: When the key switch is turned ON, stairway (1)

cannot be operated unless the pilot control shut-off
lever is in the LOCK position.

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 HANDLING STAIRWAY/EMERGENCY ESCAPE DEVICE
Extending
1. Be sure to pull lever (2) to disengage lock (3) before
extending. In case lock (3) is difficult to disengage, press
RETRACT button (4) 2 or 3 times to disengage lock (3).
2. Press and hold EXTEND button (5) until the stairway is
fully extended. When button (5) is released, the stairway 2
stops extending.

fNOTE: • The alarm starts to sound when lock (3) is

disengaged.
• The alarm continues to sound until stairway is fully
extended.

Retracting
1. Press and hold RETRACT button (4) until the stairway is
fully retracted. When button (4) is released, the stairway
stops retracting.
2. Be sure to pull lever (2) down to engage lock (3) after
fully retracting.
3
f NOTE: • The alarm starts to sound when the stairway stars
to retract.
• The alarm stops to sound when lock (3) is engaged
after fully retracted.
M18M-01-030
• Swing operation is inoperable unless the stairway
operations are fully retracted and lock (3) is
engaged.
• Switch (6) is stairway emergency stop switch.
• Use stairway emergency stop switch (6) only for
emergency stop.
• The main motor will not stop when stairway
emergency stop switch (6) is used.
• Lubricate lock lever (2) shaft bearing with oil when
lever (2) does not move smoothly.

MKBB-01-001

6 5
M18M-01-031

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 HANDLING STAIRWAY/EMERGENCY ESCAPE DEVICE
Emergency Operation

When the stairway cannot work by trouble, retract the

stairway following the procedure shown below.
This procedure can be used only for retracting.

1. Check that the main/stairway motors are not running.

2. Check that the stairway is fully extended or that the
bottom of the stairway is contacting the ground and
cannot be extend any further.
3. Remove the air breather on the hydraulic oil tank and
release the pressure.
4. Remove step (1).
5. Disconnect plug (4) and connect hose (5) as shown in
the drawing view A. MKBB-01-002

6. Disconnect plug (6) and connect hose (5) (opposite end Top View
of Operation 5) as shown in the drawing Detail a.
7. Loosen nut (3) on stop valve (2) and check if stop valve
(2) can be opened or closed.
8. Fully close stop valve (2).
9. Start the main motor. Oil Cooler
1
10. Slowly open stop valve (2) and retract the stairway.
(Stairway may retract rapidly and can be dangerous.
Make sure to open stop valve (2) slowly. Retracting
speed can be adjusted by opening or closing stop valve Cubicle
(2)).
11. Position stairway in the retracted position. Main Pump
12. Lock the manual lock on the stairway.
13. Close stop valve (2) and tighten nut (3).
14. Stop the main motor. MKBB-01-015 MKBB-01-003

15. Reassemble plugs (4) (6), hose (5) back to these original
state and also reassemble step (1).
16. Contact your authorized dealer.

3
before after 2
5
37˚+0.5˚
0

5
A
1-1/16-12
UN-2B HEX SIZE: 30 4
6 5
HEX SIZE: 36 before after
7000 mm Detail a View A
MKBB-01-005 MKBB-01-016 MKBB-01-004

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 HANDLING STAIRWAY/EMERGENCY ESCAPE DEVICE

Emergency Escape Device 1

How to Use
Emergency escape device is provided in case (1) at the left
outside the cab. 2

1. Unlock latch (2) on case (1) to open the cover.

2. Hang hook (3) onto the cab upper-left surface hanger
(4).
3. Drop rope wound reel (5).
4. Fasten life belt (6) around your chest.
M118-07-102
5. While holding 2 ropes, move to the outside fence and
face toward the cab (as long as the 2 ropes are held,
6 5
emergency escape device will not operate.)
6. As soon as the ropes are released, your body is slowly
lowered. Descend while softly pushing the machine
surface by hand to prevent the body from turning.
7. After landing, immediately take life belt (6) off and
evacuate to a safe place.

M118-07-104

4
3

M118-07-108

M146-07-005 M118-07-109

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 HANDLING STAIRWAY/EMERGENCY ESCAPE DEVICE

Emergency Exit
If the operator’s cab door should not open in an emergency,
escape in the following methods: 1

d WARNING: Be sure to wear safety glasses before

breaking the window glass.

1. Open left window (1). Escape through window (1).

2. If left window (1) should be difficult to open, break left
window (1) glass using emergency evacuation tool (2).
Then, escape through broken window (1).

fNOTE: Emergency exit decal (3) is affixed to the left rear

M18M-01-003
upper side of the cab (upper the emergency exit).

2
Evacuating in Case of Fire
A fire on the machine can result in serious personal injury or
death.
Avoid the risk of injury or death while evacuating from the M18G-01-010
machine during a fire by checking the following regularly:
3
• Always check if left window (1) can be opened and
closed smoothly before starting the main motor. If it fails
to open or close smoothly, repair left window (1). Left
window (1) can be used as an emergency exit.
• Malfunction of emergency escape device (5) worn rope
or broken hanger (4) may cause falling accident when
evacuating. Before operating the machine, be sure to
check if emergency escape device (5) or hanger (4) is not
damaged. If any abnormalities are found, replace with
new parts.
• Before operating the machine for the first time, all new M18K-01-012
operators must practice evacuating with this rope at least
once.
4

M118-07-103

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If a fire breaks out, evacuate the machine in the following way: NORMAL EMERG. STOP

d WARNING: Avoid possible injury to your eyes. Wear

a pair of safety glasses or goggles when breaking
6

windowpane with emergency evacuation tool (2).

fNOTE: Besides emergency main motor stop switch (6) is

provided in the cab, each 2 main motor stop switches
are located in main motor and pump rooms.

1. Stop the main motor by turning emergency main motor

stop switch (6) to the EMERG. STOP position if there is
time.
M18U-01-010
2. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
3. Use a fire extinguisher if there is time.
4. Exit the machine in the following way.
• Evacuate from cab (7) through cab door (8) to cab side
platform (9). Then, get off the machine using emergency
escape device (5).
Emergency escape device (5) is provided in the case 8
located on the left outside wall of cab (7). (See the
“Emergency Escape Device” section.)
• If it is difficult to open cab door (8), evacuate from cab
(7) by opening left window (1), and stepping to platform
(9). Then, get off the machine using emergency escape
device (5). If left window (1) cannot be opened, break
7 9
the windowpane using emergency evacuation tool (2) to
MKBB-01-002
gain access to platform (9).

M18G-01-010
5

M118-07-109

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 OPERATOR’S STATION

Cab Features 2 3 4 5 6 7

1- Left Console
2- Left Control Lever/Horn Switch
3- Left Travel Pedal 8
4- Left Travel Lever 1

5- Right Travel Lever

6- Right Travel Pedal
7- Right Control Lever/Horn Switch
8- Right Console 9
9- Operator’s Seat
M18U-01-003
10- Bucket Close Pedal (For Loading Shovel)
10 11 12
11- Bucket Open Pedal (For Loading Shovel)
12- Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever
13- Rear Console
14- Trainer’s Seat
15- Hot & Cool Box
16- Monitor Display
17- Camera Monitor 1 (Front View) (Optional)
13
18- Camera Monitor 2 (Rear View) (Optional)

17 M18U-01-004

14

18

15

16

M18G-01-016

MKBB-01-011

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 OPERATOR’S STATION

Monitor Display
Starting check screen and meter check screen will be dis-
played when key switch is turned to the ON position.

M18G-01-018

Starting Check Screen 1

When key switch is turned to the ON position, starting check

screen will be displayed at first.

1- Hydraulic Oil Level Check Indicator

Level check indicator will become green when fluid level is

appropriate.

M18V-01-003

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 OPERATOR’S STATION

Meter Check Screen

1 2 3 4
When key switch is turned to the ON position, meter check
screen will be displayed next to starting check screen.

1- Model Name 6
7
2- Front Type 5
3- Control Lever Pattern
34
4- Hour Meter
5- Hydraulic Oil Temperature Gauge 35
6- Main Motor Coil Temperature Gauge 10

7- Main Motor Ammeter

8- Battery Voltage Gauge
9- Main Motor Voltmeter
10- Clock 11 8 9
MKBB-01-017
11- Ambient Temperature
12- Battery Charge Indicator
13- AC6600V Power Source Indicator 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23
14- 3E Relay Indicator
15- AC210V Power Source Indicator
16- Cubicle Box Indicator
17- Cab Heater Indicator
18- Hydraulic Oil Level Indicator
19- Auto-Lubrication Indicator 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33
20- Hydraulic Oil Overheat Indicator MKBB-01-018
21- Stairway Position Indicator
22- Fast-Filling Indicator
23- Tension Indicator
24- Pump Transmission Oil Level Indicator
25- Main Motor Overheat Indicator
26- Main Motor Start Congestion Indicator
27- Main Motor Run Indicator
28- Stop Valve Indicator
29- Pump Contamination Indicator
30- Electrical Equipment Box Indicator
31- Emergency Main Motor Stop Indicator
32- Electric Lever Indicator
33- Travel Mode Indicator
34- Main Motor Coil Low Temperature Indicator
35- Hydraulic Oil (Suction Manifold) Low Temperature
Indicator

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 OPERATOR’S STATION

Main Motor Coil Temperature Gauge C

B
• White zone (A): Low temperature.
Warming up operation is required.
• Blue zone (B): Normal operating temperature.
• Red zone (C): High operating temperature.
1
The main motor is stopped.
When the gauge indicates the Red Zone (C), check the electric
power source voltage and the main motor heat exchanger for
any abnormality.
If main motor coil low temperature warning indicator (1) is
blinked in blue before starting the main motor in cold weather. M18U-01-007
A
Never start the main motor. Warm up the main motor with
heated air, then start the main motor after turning off warning
indicator (1).

Main Motor Ammeter

Electric current going through the main motor is indicated.
(Approximately 90 A at maximum load)

Main Motor Voltmeter

M18V-01-015

• White zone (A): Low or High Voltage.

• Blue zone (B): Normal Voltage.
A B
• Red zone (C): Very Low Voltage.
The main motor is stopped. A
C
If the machine is continuously operated when the voltmeter
is indicating within the white zone (A), the base machine
high voltage equipment and the main motor may become
damaged. Check the electric power supply system for any
abnormality. If the red zone (C) becomes indicated, check the
electric power supply system for any abnormality.

Hydraulic Oil Temperature Gauge

M18V-01-016
• White zone (A): Low temperature. Warming up operation
is required.
• Blue zone (B) : Normal operating temperature. C
• Red zone (C) : High temperature. Hydraulic oil is
overheating. B
If needle enters the red zone (C), reduce load immediately and
run the main motor until needle returns to the blue zone (B).
Stop the main motor after cooling down and check oil cooler 1
for restriction and clean fins or check the hydraulic oil leakage.
If the problem continues, contact your authorized dealer.
If hydraulic oil (suction manifold) low temperature warning in-
dicator (1) is blinked in blue before starting the main motor in
cold weather. Never start the main motor. Warm up the suction
manifold with heated air, then start the main motor after A M18M-01-013
turning off warning indicator (1).

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Hour Meter
Total (accumulated) machine operation hours counted since
the machine started working, are displayed in the unit of
HOUR (h). One digit after the decimal point indicates the
tenths of an hour (6 minutes). M18M-01-015

Warning Indicators
Warning indicators described below.

Battery Charge Indicator

When power supply unit input voltage is low or battery
voltage is low, battery charge indicator will come ON. Check
the electrical system.

M144-01-023

3E Relay Indicator
When the 3E relay located in the base machine high voltage
equipment in the CUBICLE is activated, this indicator comes
ON in red, the buzzer sounds and the main motor is stopped.
During operation, the 3E relay indicates the occurrence of
phase interruption (OPEN), excess current (OC) or negative
phase (RVS) by means of the fault indicator (LED). If this
indicator is activated, check the base machine high voltage
equipment and the electric power source supply system for
M18V-01-019
any abnormality.

Main Motor Overheat Indicator

If the main motor overheats, this indicator comes ON in red,
the buzzer sounds and the main motor is stopped. If this
warning is present, check the electric power voltage and the
main motor heat exchanger for any abnormality.

M18V-01-020

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Main Motor Start Congestion Indicator

In case any abnormality arises in the main motor stating circuit
in the base machine high voltage equipment located in the
CUBICLE, this indicator comes ON in red, the buzzer sounds
and the main motor is stopped. If this warning is present,
check the base machine high voltage equipment for any
abnormality.

M18V-01-021

Pump Transmission Oil Level Indicator

When pump transmission oil does not circulate, pump
transmission oil level indicator will come ON and buzzer
will sound. Stop the main motor immediately. Check the oil
leakage.

fNOTE: • Cold oil, low oil level, or operating on a steep slope

may cause indicator to come ON.
• When key switch is turned to the ON position, this
indicator normally stays ON until the main motor
starts. M144-01-024

AC6600V Power Source Indicator

If the power source supply voltage to the base machine high
voltage equipment is reduced, this red indicator comes ON,
the buzzer sounds and the main motor is stopped. If this
warning is present, check the power source supply system for
any abnormality.

M18V-01-022

Cubicle Box Indicator

When the high voltage panel door of the base machine high
voltage equipment on the CUBICLE is opened, this indicator
comes ON in red, the buzzer sounds and the main motor is
stopped. If this warning is present, check the opening/closing
state of CUBICLE door.

M18V-01-023

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AC210V Power Source Indicator

If any abnormality arises in the AC 210 power source voltage
to the base machine high voltage equipment, this indicator
comes ON in red and the buzzer sounds. If this warning is
present, check the base machine high voltage equipment for
any abnormality.

M18V-01-024

Hydraulic Oil Level Indicator

When hydraulic oil level in the hydraulic oil tank is lower than
the warning level, hydraulic oil level indicator will come ON
and buzzer will sound. Stop the main motor immediately.
Check the hydraulic oil level and hydraulic oil leakage.

fNOTE: Operating on a steep slope may cause indicator to

come ON.

M117-01-049

Stop Valve Indicator

When stop valve (4 used: 2 in the return circuits and 2 in the
suction circuits) is closed, stop valve indicator will come ON.
Buzzer will sound and main motor will stop automatically. And
the main motor will not rotate even if main motor start switch
is pushed.

M117-01-041

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Auto-lubrication Indicator
When the auto-lubrication toggle switch on panel near grease
container is in the AUTO-GREASING position, auto-lubrication
indicator (A) in green will come ON. If the grease container
is empty or auto-lubrication system is malfunctioning, auto-
lubrication warning indicator (B) in red will come ON.
When the switch is in the MANUAL GREASING or OFF position,
manual greasing indicator (C) or greasing OFF indicator (D) in
red will come ON, respectively.
A
M18G-01-065

B
M117-01-036

C
M18G-01-066

D
M18G-01-067

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Fast-filling Indicator
When the fast-filling panel is lowered, fast-filling indicator will
come ON. When the pilot control shut-off lever is lowered to
the UNLOCK position, buzzer will sound. The machine will not
be able to swing.

M117-01-091

Emergency Main Motor Stop Indicator

When the emergency main motor stop switch is turned to the
EMERG. STOP position, emergency main motor stop indicator
will come ON and main motor will stop.
And the main motor will not start even if main motor start
switch is pushed.

M117-01-040

Tension Indicator
When the cushion cylinder is retracted to the stroke end
due to material packing around the front idler, tension in-
dicator will come ON and travel will stop automatically. Drive
the machine to remove the packed material in the opposite
direction against the direction the machine was being driven.
Check the track sag and the adjuster cylinder accumulator for
any abnormality. M18G-01-032

Electric Lever Indicator

When any abnormality occurs in the electric lever system,
electric lever indicator will come ON. Buzzer will sound and
operation will be stopped automatically.
Stop the main motor immediately.

M18G-01-028

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Caution Indicators
Caution indicators described below.

Cab Heater Indicator

If any abnormality arises in the cab heater system, this
indicator comes ON in yellow. If this warning is present, check
the warning content contributing to turn the indicator ON.

M18V-01-026

Hydraulic Oil Overheat Indicator

When hydraulic oil overheats, hydraulic oil overheat indicator
will come ON. Reduce load immediately and run the main
motor until needle of hydraulic oil temperature gauge returns
to the blue zone. Stop the main motor and check oil cooler for
restriction and clean fins or check the hydraulic oil leakage. If
the problem continues, contact your authorized dealer.
M18G-01-031

Pump Contamination Indicator

When contamination of any of the 8 main pumps and 5 swing
or travel motors increases, pump contamination indicator will
come ON. Follow the instruction displayed on the monitor.

M117-01-039

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Stairway Position Indicator

When the stairway is extended, stairway position indicator
will come ON. When the pilot control shut-off lever is lowered
to the UNLOCK position, buzzer will sound. The machine will
not be able to swing. When the stairway retracts fully, stairway
position indicator will go OFF and the machine will be able to
swing.
M18M-01-037

Electrical Equipment Box Indicator

When electric equipment box is opened, electrical equipment
box indicator will come ON. When electric equipment box is
closed, electrical equipment box indicator will go OFF.

Status Indicators
M18M-01-017
Status indicators described below will become green.

A
Travel Mode Indicator
When the travel speed mode is shifted to slow with travel
mode switch, slow travel mode indicator (A) will come ON.
And when the travel speed mode is shifted to fast with travel
mode switch, fast travel mode indicator (B) will come ON.
M117-01-043

M585-01-010

Main Motor Run Indicator

The main motor run indicator stays on during main motor
running

M18V-01-005

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Left Console
7
1- Warning Lamp (red)
2- Caution Lamp (yellow)
3- Key Pad 3

4- Monitor Contrast Switch

5- Wiper Switch/Washer Switch
6- Wiper Delay Selector Switch
7- Air Conditioner Panel
8- FM/AM Radio
2
8 5 6 4 1
M18G-01-017
Warning Lamp
When the warning indicators on the monitor come ON,
warning lamp will come ON in red.

Caution Lamp
When the caution indicators on the monitor come ON, caution
lamp will come ON in yellow.
And when electrical signals from controllers or sensors are
judged abnormal, faults code will be displayed on the monitor
and caution lamp will also come ON in yellow.

Key Pad
The monitor display can be operated with key pad.

Monitor Contrast Switch

The monitor contrast can be adjusted with monitor contrast
switch.

Clockwise Turn: Brighter Illumination

Counterclockwise Turn: Darker Illumination

fNOTE: When nothing is displayed on the monitor even if

key switch is turned to the ON position, adjust the
monitor contrast at first.

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Wiper Switch
The wiper can be operated with wiper switch (1) as follows:

OFF position (2): Deactivated

INT position (3): Wiper operates intermittently.
LOW position (4): Wiper continuously operates in slow
speed.
HIGH position (5): Wiper continuously operates in fast
speed. 2 1

3
5
4

M18N-01-011
Washer Switch
IMPORTANT: Washer motor may be damaged if washer
switch (1) is held for more than 20 seconds,
or continually operated with no fluid in the
washer tank.

Windshield washer fluid can be squirted with washer switch

(1).
1
Washer fluid will squirt and the wiper will operate as long as
washer switch (1) is pressed. The wiper will operate 4 seconds
more after washer switch (1) is released.

M18N-01-011

Wiper Delay Selector Switch

When the wiper switch is turned to the intermittent position,
the interval between wiper operation can be adjusted in 5
stages with wiper delay selector switch (1) as follows:

SHORT position (2): Wiper operates at approx. 5 seconds

interval.
• position (3): Wiper operates at approx. 10 seconds 1
interval.
• position (4): Wiper operates at approx. 15 seconds 2
interval. 3
• position (5): Wiper operates at approx. 20 seconds 6
interval. 4 5 M18N-01-011
LONG position (6): Wiper operates at approx. 25 seconds
interval.

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Air Conditioners 1

This machine is equipped with 3 air conditioners, all

located in room under the cab. Airflow vents for these air
conditioners are located inside the cab at the front, side, and
rear, respectively. Moreover, 3 air conditioner control panels
are provided in the cab, each designated for 1 of the 3 air
conditioners.

Component Designation

1- Front Air Flow Vents

Front Air Flow Vents M18G-01-036
2- Side Air Flow Vents
3- Rear Air Flow Vents

fNOTE: Direction of air flowing out of each vent can be

changed by adjusting the louver.

4- Air Conditioner Front Panel

5- Air Conditioner Side Panel
6- Air Conditioner Rear Panel
2

Side Air Flow Vents M18U-01-014

Rear Air Flow Vents M18M-01-003

6 5
4

M18G-01-017

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Designations and Functions of Controls

11 16 14 15 13 12 9
7. Power Switch
8. Air Conditioner Switch 8
9. Ventilation Shift Switch
10. Temperature Control Switches
11. Blower Control Switches
10 7
12. Air Conditioner Indicator
M18G-01-039
13. Ventilation Indicator
14. Temperature Indicator
15. Blower Speed Indicator
16. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

• Power switch (7)

Press power switch (7) to turn power ON. Press it again to
turn power OFF.
• Air Conditioner Switch (8)
Press air conditioner switch (8) to turn ON the air
conditioner. Press it again to turn it OFF.
• Air Conditioner Indicator (12)
Air conditioner indicator (12) will light when the air
conditioner is turned ON.
• Ventilation Shift Switch (9)
Press ventilation shift switch (9) to shift ventilation to
circulation mode. Press it again to shift it to fresh air
mode.
• Ventilation indicator (13)
Circulation
Fresh Air

fNOTE: When the fresh air mode is selected, the cab is slightly
pressurized, preventing dust from entering into the
cab.

• Temperature Control Switches (10)

Press temperature control switch (10) to increase the
temperature.
Press temperature control switch (10) to decrease the
temperature.
• Temperature Indicator (14)
The preset temperature operated by temperature control
switch (10) is indicated.
When the preset temperature becomes higher,
temperature indicator (14) increases to the right.
When the preset temperature becomes lower,
temperature indicator (14) decreases to the left.
When the preset temperature becomes lowest,
temperature indicator (14) goes off.

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• Blower Control Switches (11)
Press blower control switches (11) to control blower 11 15
speed.
Each time blower control switch (11) is pressed,
the blower fan speed is increased from OFF to low, to
medium, and to high.
Each time blower control switch (11) is pressed, the
blower fan speed is decreased from high to medium, to
low, then it will be turned OFF.
M18G-01-039
• Blower Speed Indicator (15)
Each part of the indicator indicates blower fan speed as
follows:
High Speed
Medium Speed II
Medium Speed I
Lo

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Cooling 11 14 8
Set the temperature to the lowest setting using temperature
control switch (10). (Repeatedly press temperature control
switch (10) until only the leftmost indicator (14) is on.)
Press blower control switch (11) to turn on the blower fan.
Press air conditioner switch (8). (Air conditioner indicator (12)
should turn on.) Cool air will flow from the vents.
Use temperature control switch (10) and blower control switch
(11) to adjust the temperature inside the cab. 10 12
M18G-01-039

11 14
Heating
Set the temperature to the highest setting using temperature
control switch (10). (Repeatedly press temperature control
switch (10) until all temperature indicators (14) turn on.)
Press blower control switch (11) to turn on the blower fan.
Warm air will flow from the vents.
Use temperature control switch (10) and blower control switch 10 M18G-01-039
(11) to adjust the temperature inside the cab. 1

Precautions for Heater Operation

When the heater is used in winter, the following heater
control panel operation.
1. Turn ON main earth leakage breaker (1) in the box. Check
that the CAB HEATER indicator (warning) on the display
panel is OFF.
2. Press heater motor ON-switch (2). (Motor start indicator
(6) comes ON.)
3. Press heater ON-switch (3). (Heater energize indicator (7)
comes ON.)

M186-01-039

6 7

2 3
Heater Control Box

MKBB-01-014 Heater Control Panel M186-01-038

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IMPORTANT: Be sure to open heating water cocks in the
cab bed before turning the heater motor 6 7
ON. The heater is not activated unless the
heater motor is started beforehand.

When the heater is not used (or in summer), turn OFF the
heater by operating the control panel as described below.
1. Press heater OFF-switch (4). (Heater energize indicator
(7) goes OFF.)
2. About 1 minute after the heater is turned OFF, press
heater motor OFF-switch (5). (Motor start indicator (6)
goes OFF.)
3. Turn OFF the fan switch on the air conditioner control
panel in the cab.

5 4 M186-01-040

Switch Lamp

MKCB-01-008

Water Cock

MKCB-01-009

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Dehumidifying and Heating

(To prevent the windshield from clouding)
Set the temperature to the highest setting using temperature 11 14 8
control switch (10). (Repeatedly press temperature control
switch (10) until all temperature indicators (14) turn on.)
Press blower control switch (11) to turn on the blower fan.
Press air conditioner switch (8). (Air conditioner indicator (12)
should turn on.) Warm air will flow from the vents.
Adjust front air flow vents (1) and side air flow vents (2) so that
the air flow is directed toward the windshield.
Use temperature control switch (10) and blower control switch 10 12
(11) to adjust the temperature inside the cab. M18G-01-039

1
2

M18G-01-036 M18U-01-014

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Defrosting 11 14 15
Set the temperature to the highest setting using temperature
control switch (10). (Repeatedly press temperature control
switch (10) until all temperature indicators (14) turn on.)
Repeatedly press blower control switch (11) to the high
speed position (until blower indicator (15) comes to high
speed).
Adjust front air flow vents (1) and side air flow vents (2) so that 10 M18G-01-039
the air flow is directed toward the windshield.

1
2

M18G-01-036 M18U-01-014

Blower Operation Without Cooling or Heating 11 14

Set the temperature to the lowest setting using temperature

control switch (10). (Repeatedly press temperature control
switch (10) until only the leftmost indicator (14) is on.)
Press blower control switch (11) to turn on the blower fan.
Air will flow from the vents.

10 M18G-01-039

Ventilation Cab
Turn on fresh air indicator (13) using ventilation shift 11 14 13 9
switch (9).
Set the temperature to the lowest setting using temperature
control switch (10). (Repeatedly press temperature control
switch (10) until only the leftmost temperature indicator (14)
is on.)
Press blower control switch (11) to turn on the blower.
Fresh air will flow from the vents.
10 M18G-01-039

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AM/FM Radio Operation

Controls on the Radio Radio
1- Power Switch
2- Volume Control Switches
3- AM/FM Switch
4- Station Presets
5- UP/DOWN Switches
6- Display Mode Switch
7- Digital Display
8- Tone Adjustment Switch
M18G-01-017

Tuning Procedure
3 6 4 2
• Manual Tuning Procedure
Repeatedly tap one of UP/DOWN switches (5) until the
desired station is reached.
Each time UP/DOWN switch (5) is pressed, the frequency
changes at an interval.
Tap UP switch (5) [UP] ( ) to increase the frequency.
Tap DOWN switch (5) [DOWN] ( ) to decrease the
frequency. 7 5 8 1
M1NE-01-003
• Automatic Search Function
Press and hold one UP/DOWN switch (5) for more than
half a second, then release. The frequency display will
move up to the next higher frequency station.
To go up to the next higher frequency station, press
and hold UP switch (5) [UP] ( ).
To go down to the next lower frequency station, press
and hold DOWN switch (5) [DOWN] ( ).
In order to deactivate the automatic search function
while it is operating (while searching the next available
frequency station), simply tap UP/DOWN switch (5) again.
If the receiving radio waves are weak, i. e. such as when
the machine is located between high rising buildings,
etc., use the manual tuning procedure to select the
desired station.

Station Presetting Procedure

4
1. Select the desired station using UP/DOWN switches (5).
(Refer to the “Tuning Procedure” section.)
2. Press and hold one station preset (4) until an electronic
tone is heard. Now, the selected station is preset for
selected station preset (4). The frequency of the preset
station will be indicated on digital display (7).
M1NE-01-003
7 5
Once the presetting is complete for a station preset (4), the
radio will be tuned to the preset station when station preset
(4) is pressed.

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Sound Adjustment
1. Press tone adjustment switch (8) to indicate “BAL” at the
top side on digital display (7).
2. Power balance of left/right speakers can be adjusted by
UP/DOWN switches (5).
When DOWN switch (5) [DOWN] ( ) is pressed, left
speaker output rises. M1NE-01-003
When UP switch (5) [UP] ( ) is pressed, right speaker 7 5 8
output rises.
3. Press tone adjustment switch (8) to indicate “TRE” at the
top side on digital display (7).
4. Treble control can be adjusted by UP/DOWN switches
(5).
5. Press tone adjustment switch (8) to indicate “BAS” at the
top side on digital display (7).
6. Bass control can be adjusted by UP/DOWN switches (5).
7. Press tone adjustment switch (8) again to finish the
sound adjustment.

Digital Clock Setting Procedure

6
fNOTE: In order to set the clock, digital display (7) must be in
the time display mode.

1. Press display mode switch (6) to indicate the time display

on digital display (7).
2. Press and hold display mode switch (6). The hour display
will start flashing and the time set mode will be selected. M1NE-01-003
3. Press UP/DOWN switches (5) to set the clock. Each time 7 5
UP/DOWN switch (5) is pressed, the time display will
increase by one. If UP/DOWN switch (5) is pressed and
held, the time display will change continuously.
• When the hour display is “12”, if UP switch (5) [UP] ( ) Time Display Mode
is pressed, the hour display will be reset to “1”. The time is Press and Hold DISP Switch (6)
displayed in 12 hour standard.
Press UP Switch (5) Press DOWN Switch (5)
More press display mode switch (6). The minute display
will start flashing and time set mode will be selected.
When the minute display is “59”, if UP switch (5) [UP] Press DISP Switch (6)
( ) is pressed, the minute display will be reset to “0”.
Press UP Switch (5) Press DOWN Switch (5)
However, the hour display remains unchanged in this
case.
Press DISP Switch (6)
4. After the clock setting is complete, press display mode
switch (6) again to end the clock time setting procedure.
Digital display (7) stops flashing and changes to stay ON.

M1NE-01-007

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Right Console
1- Emergency Main Motor Stop Switch 1

2- Main Motor Start Switch

3- Dome Light Switch 11
4- Entrance Light Switch 2
10
5- Fast-Filling Switch 3
9
6- Key Switch 4

7- Buzzer Stop Switch 5

8- Travel Mode Switch

9- Maintenance Light Switch 8

10- Work Light Switch 7

11- Main Motor Stop Switch 6

M18U-01-009

Key Switch
1- OFF (Power OFF)
2- ACC (Horn, Radio, etc) 6
3- ON (Power ON)
(1)
(2)

(3)

M18G-01-034

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Emergency Main Motor Stop Switch

NORMAL EMERG. STOP
1. Turn emergency main motor stop switch from the
NORMAL position to the EMERG. STOP position when
emergency main motor stop is required.
2. Main Motor will stop.
3. Turn emergency main motor stop switch to the NORMAL
position before attempting to restart the main motor.
IMPORTANT: Do not use this switch when performing
any inspection/service work.

M18U-01-010

Main Motor Start Switch

When main motor start switch is pushed, the main motor will
start.

M18U-01-010

Main Motor Stop Switch

When main motor stop switch is pushed, the main motor will
stop.

M18U-01-010

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Work Light Switch

All 9 work lights (1) will be turned ON with work light switch. In
addition, illumination for key pad (2), air conditioner panels (3)
and radio (4) will be turned ON.

On the cab roof toward front (2 pieces)

On the room under the cab toward front (2 pieces)
On the step in front of the right unit toward front (2 pieces)
On the back of the main motor unit toward left back (1 piece)
On the back of the main motor unit toward right back (1 piece)
On the side of the main motor unit toward left side (1 piece) M18U-01-013

4 3

1
1

M18G-01-017

1
1
MKBB-01-002

1 M18M-01-038

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Dome Light Switch

All 2 dome lights (1) located on the front and rear part of the
cab ceiling will be turned ON with dome light switch.

M18U-01-013

Front M18G-01-043

Rear M18G-01-044

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Maintenance Light Switch

All 3 maintenance lights (1) will be turned ON with
maintenance light switch.

In room under the cab (1 piece)

In pump room (1 piece)
In main motor room (1 piece)

M18U-01-013

1 1

1
MKBB-01-002 M18L-01-008

MKBB-01-007 1 MKBA-01-003

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Entrance Light Switch

All 2 entrance lights (1) will be turned ON with entrance light
switch.

fNOTE: Entrance lights (1) will stay ON depending on the

delayed power OFF time after the key switch is turned
OFF with entrance light switch ON.

M18U-01-013

M18L-01-014

M18M-01-028

1
MKBB-01-002

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Travel Mode Switch

Slow travel speed and fast travel speed can be selected with
travel mode switch.

Slow mode : Slow travel mode indicator is displayed in

the part (1) of monitor.
Fast mode : Fast travel mode indicator is displayed in the
part (1) of monitor.

M18U-01-013

1
MKBB-01-018

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Buzzer Stop Switch

The buzzer will sound in the following cases.

1. Pump transmission oil does not circulate.

(Pump transmission oil level indicator (24) comes ON .)
2. Hydraulic oil tank oil level is low.
(Hydraulic oil level indicator (18) comes ON also.)
3. Stop valve for suction piping or return piping is closed.
(Stop valve indicator (29) comes ON also.) M18U-01-013

4. Fast-filling panel is lowered with pilot control shut off

lever operating position. (Fast-filling indicator (22) comes
ON also.)
13 14 15 16 18 21 22
5. Stairway is extended. (Stairway position indicator (21)
comes ON also.)
6. Electric lever system is abnormal. (Electric lever indicator
(33) comes ON also.)
7. When the power source supply voltage to the machine
high voltage equipment is reduced. (AC 6600V power
source indicator (13) comes ON also.) 24 26 27 29 33
8. 3E relay is activated. (3E relay indicator (14) comes ON MKBB-01-018
also.)
9. When any abnormality arises in the AC 210V power
source. (AC 210V power source indicator (15) comes ON
also.)
10. When the high voltage panel door on the cubicle is
opened. (Cubicle box indicator (16) comes ON also.)
11. When the main motor overheats. (Main motor overheat
indicator (26) comes ON also.)
12. When abnormality arises in the main motor stating.
(Main motor start congestion indicator (27) comes ON
also.)
13. When main power cut off. (Indicator (13, 14, 15, 16, 26,
27) comes ON also.
When buzzer stop switch is pressed, the buzzer will stop
sounding. However, indicators will stay ON. The buzzer is
kept deactivated even after the switch is released until the
key switch is turned OFF and is turned ON again or after all
abnormalities are eliminated. During deactivation, if a new
abnormal condition occurs, the indicator comes ON but
the buzzer does not sound. When all abnormal conditions
disappear, the buzzer is automatically reset and only sounds
when a new abnormal condition occurs.

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Fast-filling System
This machine is equipped with the fast-filling system for
adding hydraulic oil, gear oil, and grease on the ground.

Fast-filling panel (1) at the rear of the machine will be raised or

lowered with fast-filling switch as follows.

d WARNING: Never operate main motor while adding

oil.
M18U-01-013
1. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever back to the LOCK 2
position.
2. Run the main motor.
3. Press fast-filling system switch.
4. Fast-filling indicator (2) will come ON and fast-filling
panel (1) will start to go down.
5. When fast-filling panel (1) is completely lowered, it will
stop going down automatically.
6. Stop the main motor.

fNOTE: While fast-filling panel (1) is lowered, the machine

will not be able to swing.
MKBB-01-017
7. Add hydraulic oil, gear oil, and grease via fast-filling
panel (1).
8. Start the main motor.
9. Press fast-filling system switch again.
10. Fast-filling panel (1) will start to go up.
11. When fast-filling panel (1) is completely raised, it will
stop going up automatically and fast-filling indicator (2)
will go OFF.
1

M18G-01-052

Gear Oil
Hyd. Oil (Front Side Swing Device)
Pump
Transmission Oil

Grease
Gear Oil
(Rear Side Swing Device) MKBB-01-008

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Rear Console
1- Cigar Lighter (24 Volt, 10 A)
2- Fuse Box
3- DLU Download Connector

M18U-01-004

1 2 3

M18U-07-011

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Horn Switch
Horn (1) will continue to sound while horn switch is kept
pressed.

d WARNING: If horn (1) does not sound when pressed,

immediately stop the main motor and contact your
authorized dealer. Operating the machine with a
malfunctioning horn (1) may result in personal injury
or death.

M18U-01-003

M18L-01-003

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Adjusting Seat
1- Seat Inclination Adjustment Lever
2- Seat Fore-Aft Adjustment Lever
3- Seat Height Adjustment Lever
4- Seat/Armrest/Backrest Fore-Aft Adjustment Lever
5- Seat/Backrest Fore-Aft Adjustment Lever
6- Backrest Adjustment Lever
7- Armrest Lock Lever
8- Absorber Adjusting Lever
1
2
Seat Inclination Adjustment M18G-01-054
6 8 5 4 3
Pull lever (1) up to adjust the seat cushion angle (8 positions
in 2.5 ° increments). When raising the rear side angle of the
seat cushion, place your bodyweight on the front side of the
cushion seat while pulling lever (1) up. When lowering the
rear side angle of the seat cushion, place your bodyweight
on the rear side of the cushion seat while pulling lever (1)
up.

Seat Fore-Aft Adjustment

Pull lever (2) up to adjust the seat fore-aft position. The
adjusting positions are provided in 4 places in 15 mm (0.6
in) increments.
7

Armrest Height Adjustment

d WARNING: When armrest lock lever (7) is raised, the

armrest will suddenly be moved up to the maximum
height by spring force. If armrest lock lever (7) is M18G-01-055
raised with the arm placed on the armrest arm, arm
injury may result. Raise armrest lock lever (7) only
after removing your arm from the armrest to avoid
injury.

Pull armrest lock lever (7) up while pressing the armrest

with your arm. Control your arm force to adjust the armrest
height (4 positions). Release armrest lock lever (7) to lock
the armrest in the desired position. Both right and left
armrest heights can be independently adjusted.

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Seat/Backrest Fore-Aft Adjustment
Pull lever (5) up to adjust the seat/backrest fore-aft position.
The adjusting positions are provided in 12 places in 10 mm
(0.4 in) increments.

Seat Height Adjustment

IMPORTANT: The seat is supported by the air suspension
system. Turn the key switch ON to supply
air from the compressor.

Pull lever (3) once and release it. The seat height should
automatically adjust corresponding to your weight. When
further adjustment is required, pull lever (3) continuously
to raise the seat height further. When lever (3) is pushed M18G-01-054
5 4 3
downward, the seat height is lowered.

Seat/Armrest/Backrest Fore-Aft Adjustment

Pull lever (4) to adjust the fore-aft position of the seat,
armrest, and backrest as a unit. The adjusting positions are
provided in 15 places in 10 mm (0.4 in) increments.

Absorber Adjusting
The absorber setting of the seat can be adjusted.
Turn lever (8) to the desired position and release lever (8).

1- Soft
2- Hard

M8R8-01-087

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Backrest Adjustment
Pull lever (6) to adjust the tilt angle of the backrest. The
backrest can be tilted forward up to the level position.
The backward tilt adjusting positions are provided in 2 ° 6
increments up to 80°.

d WARNING: Adjust the backrest tilt angle while

keeping your back in contact with the backrest. If
the backrest is tilted forward without your back
contacting the backrest, the backrest may be
suddenly tilted, possibly resulting in injury to your
back.

Lumbar Support Adjustment M18G-01-054

Turn dial (9) to adjust the lumber support position.

Headrest Adjustment
Headrest (10) position can be adjusted in 7 positions in 100
mm (4 in) increments in the up-down direction and up to
38° in the forward direction. 9

M18G-01-056

10

M18G-01-057

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Installation and Adjustment of Mirror and

Cameras (Optional) Mirror

d WARNING: Adjust the mirror and cameras before

operating the machine. Improper adjustment of the
mirrors and cameras provides poor visibility, which
may cause serious human injury or death.

This machine is equipped with mirror and cameras (optional)

to see around the machine. Adjust the view mirror and
cameras position so that the best visibility is obtained from
the operator’s seat. If the mirror and cameras are dirty,
immediately clean them. Also see carefully around the
machine while moving your viewpoint as need arises. MKBA-01-006

• The view mirror and cameras position should be adjusted

whenever changing the operator for the machine. Always
take extra attention for surrounded area during operating.
Camera

• When the machine is modified or fitted with equipment

that influences visibility, contact your authorized dealer
before modifying the machine.

This machine has the blind area created because of parts of

the base machine and/or its equipment from the operator’s
seat by direct. Camera
MKBA-01-007
• Operate the machine safely with sufficient recognition this
machine has blind area from the operator’s seat by direct.
Camera Camera

MKBB-01-012

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Camera Monitor (Optional) 1

d WARNING: The image displayed on the camera

monitor is meant only as an aid. When operating the
2
machine, pay thorough attention to the surrounding
situation.

Camera monitors (1), (2) are provided on the left side of the
operator’s seat.
2 each view camera are provided at the front and rear side of
the machine.

IMPORTANT: In order to obtain a clear image, clean

the lens and the monitor display before
operating the machine.

fNOTE: The monitor and camera lens surface is a resin

product. Lightly wipe the surface with a wet clean
cloth. Never use an organic solvent.

IMPORTANT: • Never attempt to change the mounting MKBB-01-011

position of the view cameras.
• Consult your authorized dealer if any
abnormality is found on the view image.

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Seat Belt

d WARNING: Be sure to use seat belt (1) when operating

the machine.
Before operating the machine, be sure to examine
belt (1), buckle (2), or attaching hardware. Replace
belt (1), buckle (2), or attaching hardware if they are 2
damaged, or worn.
Replace seat belt (1) every three years, regardless of
appearance.

Seat Belt 1

1. Securely insert the end of seat belt (1) into buckle (2). M18G-01-058
Confirm that seat belt (1) is not twisted.
2. Pull out the end of belt (1) and securely insert it into
buckle (2). Confirm that belt (1) is not twisted.
3
fNOTE: If belt (1) is locked before the end is securely
inserted into buckle (2), release the end of belt (1) to
completely return it to the original position. Then,
retry.

3. Push button (3) on buckle (2) to unfasten belt (1).

4. Seat belt (4) is also provided on the trainer seat.

M18G-01-059

M18M-01-003

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Cab Door Release Button

When opening the cab door, lock it in the fully opened
position.

d CAUTION: Open the cab door all the way until it

securely locks in the latch on the side of the cab.

Push button (1) to unlock the door. 1

Opening Cab Left Window M18G-01-060

The cab left window can be opened.

Pull out lock pin (2) to unlock and open the cab left window.
Turn the knob to open the cab left window. 2

d  WARNING:
Do not keep the cab left window open when the
machine is parked on a slope, or while the wind
is blowing hard. The cab left window may close
accidentally, possibly resulting in personal injury.
 When opening or closing the cab left window, take
extra care not to catch fingers between the base
machine and the cab left window.

M18M-01-003

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Observe Machine Closely

IMPORTANT: • Be extra cautious during the first 50 hours,
until you become thoroughly familiar with
the sound and feel of your new machine.
• Do not attempt to travel the machine at
full speed before the break-in period is
over, as the lower rollers and front idlers
may seize. For the first 200 hours of
operation, operate the machine with the
travel mode switch set to the slow speed
mode.
• When moving the machine to the jobsite
after completion of local reassembly, be
sure to operate the machine with the travel
mode switch set to the slow speed mode.
Check lower rollers and front idlers
every 10 minutes for excessively high
temperature.
• Perform correct break-in procedures for
the front-attachment pins.

1. Operate the main motor horsepower up to about 80 %

of full load.
2. Check indicator lights and gauges frequently during
operation.

Every 10 Hours or Each Shift

1. Perform 10-hour or each shift service. (See Maintenance
interval guide -- 10 hours.)
2. Watch for fluid leaks.
3. Lubricate working tool pivots every 10 hours for the first
50 hours and when working in mud and water.

After The First 50 Hours

1. Check hydraulic oil level and for leaks every day. Refill
with the recommended oils.
2. Check and grease the greasing points at the regular
intervals. Grease the front attachment pins every day.
3. Retighten bolts at the regular intervals.
4. Re-drive in the tooth (point) holding wedges.
5. Check the monitor for any abnormality while operat-
ing the machine.
6. Operate the machine after thoroughly warming up the
hydraulic oil.
7. Check the machine for any abnormal operations while
operating the machine.

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Cubicle Features 5 1 2

MKBB-00-003
2
1- High Tension Components
2- Low Tension Components
3
3- Control Panel
4- Switch Panel
5- Door 4
6- Disconnecting Switch

MKBB-01-009

MKBB-01-010

M18U-02-004

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Inspection of Cubicle Box 1

• Except for maintenance works, keep doors (2) to high

tension components on cubicle box (1) shut. Be sure to
fasten all door-lock bolts and lock with the key.

• Except for switch operations, keep door (3) to low tension

components on cubicle box (1) shut. Be sure to fasten all
door-lock bolts and lock with the key.

• Normally, keep ammeter short switch (6) turned to the ON

(short) position.
3
f NOTE: If ammeter (4) is activated while operating the
machine, ammeter (4) may fail or malfunction when
shock loads are applied to the machine. 2
MKBB-00-003

• Normally, keep space heater switch (5) turned ON.

5 6 MKBB-01-010

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Control Panel

16 13 7 8

5
4
14 15 10
1

17

19

18
12 11

MKBB-01-010

1- Voltmeter (Low-Voltmeter) 6- MAIN MOTOR RUN Lamp

Output voltage of the transducer, which, transforms This lamp comes ON when the main motor speed
6600 V into 210 V, is indicated. reaches the rated speed. This lamp remains OFF
(Normal value: 210 V±10%) while the main motor is deactivated.
2- Voltmeter (High-Voltmeter) 7- AC 210 V Power Source Lamp (SW)
Voltage supplied via the power cable is indicated. This lamp comes ON when the power switch in
(Normal value: 6600 V±10%) the substation (power source outside of machine)
If the voltage drops to less than 4200 V, the main motor is turned ON with the disconnecting switch
will automatically stop. turned ON.
3- Ammeter (Ammeter) 8- HEATER FOR MOTOR Lamp
Electric current going through the main motor is in- This lamp lights when the main motor dew
dicated. (Approximately 90 A at maximum load) condensation prevention heater is activated.
(The heater operates when the main motor is not
4- MAIN MOTOR STOP Lamp
activated but while the main power is ON.)
This lamp lights when the main motor is not activated
but the main power is ON. Once the main motor starts,
the lamp goes OFF.
5- START Lamp
This lamp comes ON when the main motor starts and
stays ON approximately 5 seconds until the main motor
speed reaches the rated speed. This lamp remains OFF
while the main motor is deactivated and while the main
motor runs at the rated speed.

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16 13 7 8

5
4
14 15 10
1

17

19

18
12 11
MKBB-01-010

9- FAULT Lamp 12- SPACE HEATER Switch (SPACE HEATER IN THE

If one of the following main motor failures occurs, the
main motor automatically stops and this lamp comes
ON.
• Phase Interruption
• Anti-Phase
• Overcurrent
• Abnormality in Main Motor Start
Before restarting the main motor, check and repair the
abnormal section. Then, push reset button on 3E relay
and successively push reset button.
10- MOTOR THERMAL Lamp
This lamp comes ON if the main motor automatically
stops due to excessive temperature (exceeding 140˚C
(284˚F)) in the main motor coil. This lamp remains OFF as
long as the main motor coil temperature is in the normal
range. Before restarting the main motor, be sure to press
reset button (16).
11- AMMETER SHORT Switch
This switch is provided to deactivate ammeter by short-
circuiting (by-passing). If ammeter is activated while the
machine is operating, ammeter may fail. Normally, do
not activate ammeter by keeping this AMMETER SHORT
switch turned to the ON (SHORT) position. Activate
ammeter only when checking electric current going
through the main motor.
CUBICLE SW)
This is an ON/OFF switch to operate the heater
provided for dew condensation prevention in the
cubicle box.
13- Main Motor-Operation-Mode Selection Switch
(Mode Selection Switch)
Using this switch, select to operate (start/stop)
the main motor either on the control panel in the
cubicle box or in the cab.
REMOTE Position: Operating the main motor in
the cab.
LOCAL Position: Operating the main motor on
the control panel in the cubicle
box.
14- OFF Button (Motor Stop Button) (MAIN Motor
Stop Switch)
Push this switch to stop the main motor.
15- On Button (Motor Start Button) (MAIN Motor Start
Switch)
Push this switch to start the main motor.
16- Reset Button (RESET SW)
This button reactivates the main motor auto-stop
circuit and simultaneously turn MOTOR THERMAL
Lamp and FAULT Lamp OFF.

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 CUBICLE

16 13 7 8

5
4
14 15 10
1

17

19

18
12 11
MKBB-01-010

17- Reset Button (RESET SW)

This button reactivates the main motor auto-stop cir-
cuit.
18- 3E-Relay
This relay function to detect phase Interruption, anti-
phase, and overcurrent of the main motor.

fNOTE: E of 3E means elements.

19- A/C Compressor Motor Over Current Lamp

This lamp comes ON if the A/C motor automatically stop
due to over current.

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Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting

Backhoe

Arm Cylinder
Arm

Bucket Cylinder Boom

Link B

Link A

Loading Shovel
Bucket
Boom
Level Cylinder Boom Cylinder Boom Cylinder
T146-01-03-002
Cab
Arm Swing Device (F)
Lubricator
Bucket Hydraulic Oil Tank
Bypass Filter
High Pressure
Filter

Oil Cooler

Pump
Arm Cylinder Transmission
Emergency Oil Cooler
Bucket Cylinder Escape Device
Pump
Washer Tank

Cubicle

Center Joint Counterweight

Front Idler

Track Adjuster Main Motor

Upper Roller

Lower Roller Stairway Swing Device (R) Control Valve

Side Frame Accumulator Swing Bearing Travel Device Heater Unit MKBB-01-001

For other inspection and maintenance procedures, refer to the MAINTENANCE Chapter.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Check for worn or frayed wires and LUBRICATION: Check lubrication points.
loose or corroded connections.
PROTECTIVE DEVICES: Check guards, shields, and
BOOM, BUCKET, SHEET METAL, TRACKS, HARD-WARE: covers.
Check for bent, broken, loose, or missing parts.
FIRE PREVENTION: Clean machine of debris.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM: Check for leaks, missing or loose
clamps, kinked hoses, and lines or hoses that rub against each SAFETY: Walk around machine to clear all persons from
other or other parts. machine area.

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 OPERATING MAIN MOTOR

Before Turning Power ON

1. Confirm that pilot control shut-off lever (1) is in the LOCK
position.
2. Confirm that all control levers are placed in the Neutral
position.
3. Adjust the seat to allow full pedal and control levers
stroke with operator’s back against the backrest. Fasten
the seat belt.

LOCK Position M18U-01-014

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Turning Power ON 1

1. Turn key switch (1) to the ON position.

2. Starting check screen (2) will be displayed on the
monitor.
3. Fluid level check is automatically performed. Level check
indicator for hydraulic oil (3) will become green when
fluid level is appropriate.

fNOTE: When nothing is displayed on the monitor even if key

switch (1) is turned to the ON position, adjust monitor
contrast switch (4) at first. M18U-01-013
2
IMPORTANT: The monitor does not guarantee the
machine conditions. Do not rely on the
monitor alone. Check each fluid level
visually at the regular intervals.
3
4. Make sure that all checking items indicate NORMAL. If
one of the level checks indicates ABNORMAL, check the
fluid level concerned and add as needed. In case other
items indicate ABNORMAL, contact your authorized
dealer.
5. The monitor will automatically shift from starting check
screen (2) to meter check screen (5).

M18V-01-003
f NOTE: When key switch (1) is turned to the ON position,
electric lever indicator (6) will come ON if both electric
levers are not in the Neutral position. The electric lever
not in the Neutral position cannot be moved further.
After turning key switch (1) to the OFF position, return
both electric levers to the Neutral position. Then, turn
key switch (1) to the ON position again.

4
M18N-01-011

MKBB-01-017

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fNOTE: Monitor Display

 Level check screen (8) will be displayed when press

button (7) on the key pad.
 Level check screen (8) shows up only when the main motor
is not running.
Meter check screen (9) will be displayed again with
 Key Pad
button (7) on the key pad.

M18G-01-018

Key Pad

M18G-03-005
8

MKBB-03-003
9

6. Warning indicator of pump transmission oil level (10) will

stay ON.

10

MKBB-01-017

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 OPERATING MAIN MOTOR
7. Make sure not faults exist before starting the main
motor. If any fault messages (14) exist, fault mark (15) will Key Pad
appear. Press button (16) on the key pad and current
fault list (17) will be displayed. Meter check screen (9) will
be displayed again with button (18) on the key pad.
After confirming faults messages (14) on the display,
report the error codes to your authorized dealer.

16

18

M18G-03-005

14

15 MKBB-01-017

17

M18M-03-003

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8. Make sure not alarms exist before starting the main
motor. If any alarm messages (19) exist, alarm mark (20) Key Pad
will appear. Press button (21) on the key pad, current
alarm list (22) will be displayed. Meter check screen (9)
will be displayed again with button (18) on the key
pad. After confirming alarm messages (19) on display,
report the error codes to your authorized dealer.
21

18

M18G-03-005

19

20 MKBB-01-017

22

M18V-03-003

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MONITOR SCREEN FLOW -1
Power ON

Starting Check Screen Level Check Screen

M18V-01-003 MKBB-03-003
Automatic If Main Motor is not running

Meter Check Screen

MKBB-01-017

Current Alarms List Current Faults List

M18V-03-004 M18V-03-003

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Starting Main Motor 3 2 4 1

d CAUTION: Avoid turning start/stop main motor more

often than needed.
Stop/Restart operation can not be done more than 2
times per hour.

1. Turn the power switch in the substation (power source

outside of machine) ON.
2. Turn power switch (1) for the AC 210 V system ON.
3. Turn power switch (3) for the DC24 V system ON.
4. Cab heater switch (2) ON.
MKBB-03-002
5. A/C motor switch (4) ON.
5
6. Turn motor-operation-mode selection switch (5) to the
“REMOTE” position.
7. Confirm that pilot control shut-off lever (6) is in the LOCK
position.
8. Sound the horn with either one of both horn switches (7)
to alert bystanders.
9. Push main motor start switch (8) to start the main motor.
10. Release start switch (8) just after the main motor starts.
The main motor speed will automatically increase to the
rated speed. MKBB-01-010
6
IMPORTANT: Frequent repetition of main motor start/
stop operation will cause the main motor
coil to become extremely hot, possibly 8
resulting in shortening the service life of
the main motor. In the worst case, the main
motor insulator is damaged completely.
Therefore, check the following conditions
for the main motor start/stop operation.
• In case the main motor coil temperature is
as high as surrounding temperature after
the main motor stops for a long time, the
main motor start operation can be done
twice continuously. In case the main motor M18U-01-009
start operation is done 3 times and after, 7
wait 1 hour or longer after the main motor
stops.
• In case the main motor stops while the
motor coil temperature is high after op-
eration, the main motor start operation
can be done only once just after the main
motor stops. In case the main motor start
operation is done twice and after, wait 1
hour or longer after the main motor stops.

M18U-01-003

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Check Instruments After Starting

Checking instruments through monitor functions. After
starting the main motor, check the following points through
the monitor functions.

IMPORTANT: Prevent possible damage to the main

motor.
1 2 3 4
If warning indicators described below
do not go OFF after starting main motor,
IMMEDIATELY STOP THE MAIN MOTOR and
correct the cause.

Check that
1. Pump transmission oil level indicator (1) goes OFF.
2. Main motor run indicator (2) comes ON.
3. Other warning or caution indicators do not indicate
abnormal.
4. Main motor coil temperature gauge (3) indicates the
blue zone.
5. Main motor ammeter (4) indicates no-load current. 6 5 MKBB-01-017

(Approximately 25A).
6. Main motor voltmeter (5) indicates the blue zone.
7. Hydraulic oil temperature gauge (6) indicates the blue or
white zone.
8. Main motor noise is normal.

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Stopping Main Motor

Main Motor stop procedure
1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.
2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Push main motor stop switch (1) to stop the main motor.
4. Turn key switch (2) to the OFF position. Remove the key
from key switch (2).
5. Pull pilot control shut-off lever (3) to the LOCK position.
3

LOCK Position M18U-01-014

1 2

M18U-01-013

OFF
ACC

ON

2
M18G-01-034

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Emergency Main Motor Stop Switch

NORMAL EMERG. STOP
IMPORTANT: Normally, use main motor stop switch (1) to
stop the main motor. Use emergency main
motor stop switch (2) only for emergency
stops, or if main motor stop switch (1) 2
malfunctions.

1. Turn emergency main motor stop switch (2) from the 1

NORMAL position to the EMERG. STOP position when
emergency main motor stop is required in the cab.
2. Main motor will stop simultaneously and emergency
main motor stop indicator (3) will come ON. In addition,
the air pressure is bled from the hydraulic oil tank.
M18U-01-010
3. Turn emergency main motor stop switch (2) to the
NORMAL position and return the conditions to the
3
normal main motor stop before attempting to restart the
main motor.
IMPORTANT: Do not use emergency main motor stop
switch (2) in cab when performing any
inspection/service work. Use the main
motor stop switch at the area where any
inspection/service works are performed to
avoid possible personal injury.

MKBB-01-017

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Main Motor Stop Switches

d WARNING: When performing any inspection/service

work, use main motor stop switch (1) at the area 1
where any inspection /service work are performed to
avoid possible personal injury.

Main motor stop switches (1) are located as follows to ensure

safe inspection work in the motor compartment.
2 × In the main motor room M8R8-01-066
2 × In the pump room

When main motor stop switch (1) is turned to the EMERG.

STOP position, the main motor will not be started with key
switch.
Emergency main motor stop indicator (2) will come ON. 1
f NOTE: The air pressure will not be bled from the hydraulic oil
tank.

When main motor stop switch (1) is turned to the EMERG.

STOP position, the main motor will be stopped.

Turn main motor stop switch (1) to the NORMAL position to

restart the main motor. Rear Side In the Pump Room M18L-03-005

MKBB-01-002

MKBB-01-017

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Drive Machine Carefully

IMPORTANT: • During freezing weather, park machine
on a hard surface to prevent tracks from
freezing to the ground. Clean debris from
tracks and track frame.
• If tracks are frozen to the ground, raise
tracks using boom, move machine
carefully to prevent damage to drive train
and tracks.

Select a route that is as flat as possible. Steer machine

as straight as possible making small, gradual changes in
direction.

When driving over rough terrain, select slow travel speed to

lessen the possibility of undercarriage damage.

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Steering Machine Using Pedals

d WARNING: In the standard travel position, the idlers

are positioned at the front of the machine and the
Cab Front Idler

travel motors at the rear. If the travel motors are

positioned at the front of the machine, the control
actions of the travel pedals will be reversed. Be sure
to confirm the position of the travel motors before
traveling.

• FORWARD TRAVEL
Push down on front (A) of both pedals. Travel Motor M104-04-001
• REVERSE TRAVEL
Push down on rear (B) of both pedals.
• NEUTRAL POSITION (C)
When the travel pedals are placed in neutral, travel brakes
automatically will be applied to hold the machine.
• RIGHT TURN
Push down on front of left pedal. A
• LEFT TURN
C
Push down on front of right pedal. A
B
• SHORT TURN (Spin turn)
Push down the front of one pedal and the rear of the C
other.
B
f NOTE: Travel lever dampers are provided for smooth control.
Forward and Reverse
In extremely cold weather, lever effort will increase. M18M-04-001
Operate levers several times with pilot control shut- M104-04-003
off lever in the LOCK position.

Pivot Turn
M18M-04-002
M104-04-005

Spin Turn
M18M-04-003
M104-04-007

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Steering Machine Using Levers

d WARNING: In the standard travel position, the idlers

are positioned at the front of the machine and the
Cab Front Idler

travel motors at the rear. If the travel motors are

positioned at the front of the machine, the control
actions of the travel levers will be reversed. Be sure
to confirm the position of the travel motors before
traveling.

• FORWARD TRAVEL
Push both levers forward (A). Travel Motor M104-04-001
• REVERSE TRAVEL A
Pull both levers rearward (B). A
C
• NEUTRAL POSITION (C)
When the travel levers are placed in neutral, travel brakes
automatically will be applied to hold the machine. C
B
• RIGHT TURN B
Push left lever forward.
• LEFT TURN
Push right lever forward.
• SHORT TURN (Spin turn)
Push one lever forward and pull the other rearward.

fNOTE: Travel lever dampers are provided for smooth control.

Forward and Reverse
In extremely cold weather, lever effort will increase. M18M-04-001
Operate levers several times with pilot control shut- M104-04-003
off lever in the LOCK position.

Pivot Turn
M18M-04-002
M104-04-005

Spin Turn
M18M-04-003
M104-04-007

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Travel Mode Switch

d WARNING: Tipping accidents can cause serious

personal injury. Do not change travel mode while
traveling; especially, changing speed to the fast
mode when descending slopes will create a very
dangerous situation. Always stop the machine before
changing the travel mode speed. Confirm the travel
mode using the indicators after changing modes.
When descending steep slopes, avoid quick
acceleration and deceleration in the fast travel mode.
Damage to the travel motors may result.

Fast speed (rabbit) or slow speed (turtle) can be selected by

pushing travel mode switch (1). 1 M18U-01-013

Indicator (2) light shows mode selection.

To decrease travel speed, for traveling on a slope or in a

2
tight space, push travel mode switch (1) to turtle position.

1- Travel mode Switch

2- Travel mode Indicator

MKBB-01-017

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Travel Alarm
The travel alarm functions to alert bystanders when the 1
machine is traveling.

d WARNING: If the travel alarm does not sound when

the travel levers or pedals are operated, immediately
stop the main motor and contact your authorized
dealer for repair. Operating with the travel alarm
malfunctioning may result in a serious accident.

1 - Travel Alarm

M117-04-001

MKBB-04-002

MKBA-07-033

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Operating on Soft Ground Boom

Arm

• Avoid traveling on very soft ground that does not have

sufficient strength to firmly support the machine.
• If the machine is operated on very soft ground or
becomes stuck, it may be necessary to clean the track 90 to
110°
frame area.
• Swing the upperstructure 90° and lower the bucket
to raise one track off the ground. Make sure to keep
the angle between the boom and arm 90 to 110° and M145-05-007
position the bucket’s round side on the ground.
• Rotate the raised track back and forth to remove mud and
Boom
dirt. Arm
• After lowering the track to the ground, select slow travel
speed. Carefully move the machine to firm ground.
• Utilize the boom and arm functions to pull the machine
toward firm ground.
• Tow the machine if the machine becomes stuck but only 90 to
110°
if the main motor is still operating. Be sure to attach a
towing wire correctly. (Refer to the “Towing Machine a
Short Distance” section on the next page.)
M145-05-025

Raise One Track Using Boom and Arm Boom

Arm

d WARNING: Keep the angle between boom and arm 90

to 110° and position the bucket’s round side on the
ground.
90 to
110°
Swing the upperstructure 90° and lower the bucket to raise
track off ground. Do not dig bucket teeth into the ground
when using the loader bucket.
M145-05-007
Place blocks under machine frame to support the machine.
Boom
IMPORTANT: When the machine is equipped with the Arm
loading shovel front attachment, do not
raise the machine off the ground by bucket
tooth force with the bucket cylinder
fully retracted. Failure to do so will cause
excessive loads to be applied to the bucket 90 to
110°
pins and cylinders so that damage to the
pins may result.
M145-05-025

WRONG

M146-05-001

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Towing Machine a Short Distance

d • WARNING: RIGHT
Cables, straps, or ropes can break causing serious
injury. Do not tow machine with damaged chains,
frayed cables, slings, straps, or wire ropes. Protector

• Always wear gloves when handling cable, straps or

wire ropes. Shackle

• Be sure to check that the travel mode switch is in

the TURTLE position.
• Always slowly drive the machine.
• Do not apply shock loads to the towing rope. Wire Rope

• Never allow anyone to enter between the towing M114-05-100

machine and the towed machine while towing.

When your machine becomes struck but the main motor is still
operational, attach wire rope tow lines as illustrated at right,
and slowly tow your machine to firm ground using another
machine.
Be sure to attach the wire ropes around the track frames of
both machines as illustrated.
To prevent the wire ropes from being damaged, place some
protective material between the track frame and the wire
ropes.

IMPORTANT: • Slowly tow, keeping the tow line horizontal

and in a straight line with the tracks.
• When the machine is towed, release
parking brakes by operating the travel
levers.

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Operating in Ground Condition

Operate the machine on flat footing.
The machine should not be operated in water or mud.
There is a possibility that travel motors, travel reduction gears,
and parts inside of the track frame damage with machine
sinking.
In very soft footing, beware the possibility of the machine
sinking gradually.
Always pay attention around the undercarriage.

If you must travel in water, check that towing will be possible.

The following conditions apply to travel across water;
• The bed of water is flat.
• The flow of water is slow.
While you cross in water, carefully confirm the depth and
footing condition.
Do not move the machine into an area that has a water depth 1000 mm
that is greater than 1,000 mm (3 ft 3 in) from the ground. (3’ 3”)
If the footing is weak and water flow is fast, take special care
MKBB-04-001
not submerge the swing bearing, swing pinion gears due to
the machine sinking and the force of strong water current.

If submerge the swing bearing, swing pinion gears and center

joint by mistake, do not operate the machine with such a
condition continuously, it cause to wear swing bearing and
swing pinion gears abnormally and may break swing bearing
and gears.
Remove the drain plug to drain mud and water, and change
grease in the swing bearing bath or disassemble the swing
bearing area immediately.
Please stop the machine operation and contact authorized
distributor or dealer when submerge the swing bearing, swing
pinion gears and center joint.

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Parking Machine on Slopes

d WARNING: Avoid parking machine on slopes. The

machine may tip over, possibly resulting in personal
injury.

If parking the machine on a slope is unavoidable:

1. Thrust the bucket teeth into the ground.
2. Return the control levers to neutral and pull the pilot
control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
Block M145-05-006
3. Block both tracks.

1 2

Parking Machine
1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.
2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Push main motor stop switch (1) to stop the main motor.
4. Turn key switch (2) to OFF. Remove the key from key
switch (2).
5. Pull pilot control shut-off lever (3) to the LOCK position.

M18U-01-013
IMPORTANT: Protect cab electrical components from bad
weather. Always close windows and cab
door when parking the machine. OFF
ACC
6. Close windows and cab door.
7. Lock all access doors and compartments.
ON

2
M18G-01-034

LOCK Position M18U-01-014

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Control Lever (ISO Pattern Backhoe)

d WARNING:
• Never place any part of body beyond window
frame. It could be crushed by the boom if boom
control lever is accidentally bumped or otherwise
engaged. If window is missing or broken, replace it
immediately.
• Make sure you know the location and function of
each control before operating.
• Do not change the control lever operation pattern. T18G-01-02-053
Failure to do so may result in operation mistake of
1 5
the machine.

A label showing the control patterns of the levers and pedals is 3 4 7 8

attached on the upper side in the cab.

IMPORTANT: When digging, avoid hitting tracks with 2 6

boom cylinders.
When digging over the end of the tracks,
travel motors should be at the rear to
maximize machine stability and lift
capacity.

When a lever is released, it will automatically return to neutral,

and that machine function will stop. M18U-01-003

1- Arm Roll-Out
1 4
2- Arm Roll-In
3
3- Swing Left
2
4- Swing Right
5- Boom Lower
6- Boom Raise
7- Bucket Roll-In
8- Bucket Roll-Out M142-05-002

7 5

M142-05-003

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Control Lever (HITACHI Pattern Backhoe)

d • WARNING:
Never place any part of body beyond window
frame. It could be crushed by the boom if boom
control lever is accidentally bumped or otherwise
engaged. If window is missing or broken, replace it
immediately.
• Make sure you know the location and function of
each control before operating.
• Do not change the control lever operation pattern. T18G-01-02-053
Failure to do so may result in operation mistake of
1 5
the machine.

A label showing the control patterns of the levers and pedals is 3 4 7 8

attached on the upper side in the cab.

IMPORTANT: When digging, avoid hitting tracks with 2 6

boom cylinders.
When digging over the end of the tracks,
travel motors should be at the rear to
maximize machine stability and lift
capacity.

When a lever is released, it will automatically return to neutral,

and that machine function will stop. M18U-01-003

1- Swing Right
3 1
2- Swing Left
2
3- Arm Roll-Out
4
4- Arm Roll-In
5- Boom Lower
6- Boom Raise
7- Bucket Roll-In
8- Bucket Roll-Out M142-05-002

7 5

M142-05-003

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Control Lever (ISO Pattern Loading Shovel)

d • WARNING:
Never place any part of body beyond window
frame. It could be crushed by the boom if boom
control lever is accidentally bumped or otherwise
engaged. If window is missing or broken, replace it
immediately.
• Make sure you know the location and function of
each control before operating.
• Do not change the control lever operation pattern. T18G-01-02-053
Failure to do so may result in operation mistake of
1 5
the machine.

A label showing the control patterns of the levers and pedals is 3 4 7 8

attached on the upper side in the cab.

IMPORTANT: When digging, avoid hitting tracks with 2 6

boom cylinders.
When digging over the end of the tracks,
travel motors should be at the rear to
maximize machine stability and lift
capacity.

When a lever is released, it will automatically return to neutral,

and that machine function will stop. M18U-01-003

1- Arm Extend
4
2- Arm Retract
3
3- Swing Left
4- Swing Right
5- Boom Lower
1
6- Boom Raise 2

7- Bucket Tilt-In
8- Bucket Tilt-Out
M117-05-027

5
8
M117-05-025

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Control Lever (HITACHI Pattern Loading Shovel)

d • WARNING:
Never place any part of body beyond window
frame. It could be crushed by the boom if boom
control lever is accidentally bumped or otherwise
engaged. If window is missing or broken, replace it
immediately.
• Make sure you know the location and function of
each control before operating.
• Do not change the control lever operation pattern. T18G-01-02-053
Failure to do so may result in operation mistake of
1 5
the machine.

A label showing the control patterns of the levers and pedals is 3 4 7 8

attached on the upper side in the cab.

IMPORTANT: When digging, avoid hitting tracks with 2 6

boom cylinders.
When digging over the end of the tracks,
travel motors should be at the rear to
maximize machine stability and lift
capacity.

When a lever is released, it will automatically return to neutral,

and that machine function will stop. M18U-01-003

1- Swing Right
1
2- Swing Left
2
3- Arm Retract
4- Arm Extend
5- Boom Lower
4
6- Boom Raise 3

7- Bucket Tilt-In
8- Bucket Tilt-Out
M117-05-027

5
8
M117-05-025

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Bucket Open-Close Pedals (Loading Shovel) 9 10

9- Bucket Closing
10- Bucket Opening

M18U-01-003

10

M117-05-031

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Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever

Pilot control shut-off lever (1) functions to prevent
misoperation of the machine from occurring if the control
levers/pedals are accidentally moved when leaving the
operator’s seat or when entering the cab.

d • WARNING:
Always pull pilot control shut-off lever (1) into
the full LOCK position. The pilot control shut-off
function will not be activated otherwise.
• When leaving the machine:
• Stop the main motor.
• Then, pull pilot control shut-off lever (1) up to
the LOCK position.
• Always check to be sure that pilot control shut-off
lever (1) is pulled up to the LOCK position before:
• Leaving the machine at the end of the shift.

Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever Operation

d WARNING: If any part of the machine (any actuator)

moves when pilot control shut-off lever (1) is lowered
to the UNLOCK position despite the fact that all
control levers/pedals are placed in neutral, the
machine is malfunctioning. Immediately pull pilot
control shut-off lever (1) back to the LOCK position,
and stop the main motor. Then, see your authorized
dealer.

Before Leaving the Machine:

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface. Lower the
bucket to the ground. Return all control levers/pedals to
1
neutral. Properly shut down the main motor.
2. Pull pilot control shut-off lever (1) up into the full LOCK LOCK Position M18U-01-014
position.

Before Starting Operation:

1. Confirm that pilot control shut-off lever (1) is pulled up
to the LOCK position.

After starting the main motor:

1. Confirm that all control levers/pedals are in neutral and
that no part of the machine is in motion.
2. Lower pilot control shut-off lever (1) to the UNLOCK
position. 1

UNLOCK Position MKBB-05-007

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Warming-Up Operation B
1
IMPORTANT: The proper machine operating hydraulic
oil temperature is corresponding to the
blue zone (B) of hydraulic oil temperature
gauge (1). If the machine is operated
A
excessively when hydraulic oil temperature
is lower than the middle of the white zone
(A), damage to hydraulic component may
result.
M18M-01-013
Start the main motor and warm up the machine until the
needle of gauge (1) enters the middle of the white zone (A) in
the following procedures before starting to work.

1. Run the main motor for 5 minutes with no operation.

2. Run the main motor for 5 to 10 minutes with the bucket
rolled-out (tilted-out) (Do not operate other functions at
this time.)
3. Run the main motor for 5 to 10 minutes with the bucket
rolled-in (tilted-in) or arm rolled-in (cylinder extend).
(Do not operate other functions than the bucket or arm
at this time.)
4. Operate the bucket and arm respectively until the
needle of gauge (1) enters the middle of the white zone
(A).

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Warming-Up Cylinders and Motors 1

IMPORTANT: • In cold weather, be sure to thoroughly
warm-up the hydraulic cylinders and
motors.
• If the hydraulic circuit is continuously
relieved for a certain amount of time, the
temperature in the control valve would rise
excessively. Never operate to stroke end
more than 15 seconds. After relieving any
function, up to 15 seconds, be sure to have
a 5–10 second intermission.

1. Run the main motor for at least 5 minutes with no

operation.
2. Extend the bucket cylinder to the far stroke end. M18U-01-003

Do not operate bucket control lever (1) for over 30

seconds at this time.
3. Retract the bucket cylinder to the near stroke end. Do
not operate bucket control lever (1) for over 30 seconds
at this time.
4. Repeat procedures 2 and 3 until the bucket working
speed becomes normal. When atmospheric temperature
is extremely low, extend the medium speed operating
time.
5. Operate the other hydraulic cylinders and the motors in
the same way until the each of working speed becomes
normal.

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Operate Machine Safely

d WARNING: Prevent the machine from tipping over

and from being involved in a ground collapse. Take
the necessary precautions as follows:
• Make sure the worksite has sufficient strength to
firmly support the machine.
When working close to an excavation or at road
shoulders, operate the machine with the tracks
positioned perpendicular to the cliff face with
travel motors at the rear, so that the machine can
more easily evacuate if the cliff face collapses.
• If working on the bottom of a cliff or a high bank
is required, be sure to investigate the area first
and confirm that no danger of the cliff or bank
collapsing exists. If any possibility of cliff or bank
collapsing exists, do not work on the area.
• Soft ground may collapse when operating the M117-05-007
machine on it, possibly causing the machine to tip
over. When working on a soft ground is required,
be sure to reinforce the ground first using large
pieces of steel plates strong and firm enough to
easily support the machine.
• Note that there is always a possibility of machine
tipping over when working on rough terrain or
on slopes. Prevent machine tipping over from
occurring. When operating on rough terrain or on
slopes:
• Select slow travel speed mode.
• Operate the machine slowly and be cautious
with machine movements.

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Operating Backhoe
100 mm (4”)
• Place the bucket teeth on the ground with the bottom of
the bucket at a 45 degree angle to the ground. 100 mm (4”)
• Pull the bucket toward the machine using the arm as the
main digging force.
• When soil sticks to the bucket, remove it by moving the
arm and/or bucket rapidly back and forth.
• When lowering the boom, avoid sudden stops that may
cause shock load damage to the machine.
• When operating the arm, avoid bottoming the cylinder to
prevent cylinder damage.
• When digging at an angle, avoid striking the tracks with M145-05-008
the bucket teeth.
• When digging a deep excavation, avoid striking the boom
or bucket cylinder hoses against the ground.
• When trenching a straight line, position the tracks parallel
to the trench. After digging to the desired depth, move
the machine as required to continue the trench.
f NOTE: When crowding the arm, it is normal for the arm
to pause briefly at the lowest point of its curve, as
shown. This is due to the fact that the force of gravity
pulls the arm down quickly, and it takes a moment
for the hydraulic force in the cylinder to catch up. This
does not indicate machine trouble.
M145-05-009

Grading Operation

d WARNING: Do not pull or push dirt with the bucket

when traveling.

Position the arm slightly forward of the vertical position with

bucket rolled back, as shown.

1. Operate arm roll-in function while slowly raising the

boom. Once the arm moves past the vertical position,
slowly lower the boom to allow the bucket to maintain a
smooth surface.
2. Arm roll-out operation is performed in the reverse way of M145-05-010
step 1.

Grading operation can be more precisely done by operating

the boom, arm and bucket simultaneously.

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Avoid Abusive Operation

d WARNING: Do not use travel and do not raise rear

of the machine to use the machine's weight as
WRONG

additional digging force. Severe machine damage

may result.

WRONG

WRONG

M104-05-018

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Operating Tips
Do not hit the track with the bucket when digging.
Whenever possible, position your machine on a level surface. WRONG
Do not use the bucket as a hammer or pile driver. Do not
attempt to shift rocks and break walls using swing motion.

d WARNING: To avoid damaging cylinders, do not

strike the ground with the bucket nor use the bucket
for tamping with the bucket cylinder fully extended
(the bucket completely curled under).

Adjust the length and depth of each cut to produce a full

bucket with every pass.
Full loads on every pass are more productive than a faster
cycle with a partially filled bucket.
Full load should be the first objective, followed by speed, to
M145-05-013
increase productivity.

d WARNING: Do not attempt to break ledge rock by

extending the arm to maximum reach and dropping
the front of the bucket on the bucket teeth for
penetration. Serious damage to the machine can
result.

Once the trench is open, ledge rock can be broken by pulling

the bucket up under the layers. The top layers are pulled out
first, with 1 or 2 layers being lifted at a time.

Avoid Side Load the Bucket WRONG

d WARNING: Do not side load the bucket. For example,

do not swing the bucket to level material or do not
strike objects from the side with the bucket.
Doing so may damage the front attachment and the
swing system.

M161-05-006

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Operating Loading Shovel

• To dig, position the bucket bottom parallel to and touching

the ground and extend the arm while crowding the bucket.

• Digging force increases as the arm is extended. Try to dig

with the arm extended where strong digging forces are
required.

• Straight Retraction
When the arm cylinder is retracted, the arm top moves
horizontally, as oil escaping from the level cylinder flows to
the bottom end of the boom cylinders, raising the boom.
When the bucket cylinders are fully extended and the
bucket comes into contact with the stopper, the straight
retraction cannot be performed. To perform the straight
retraction, retract the arm cylinder after dumping the
bucket slightly. M145-05-015

Prohibited Operation
• Never dig with the bucket retracted too closely to the
undercarriage, as the machine components will be
subjected to excessive force.
If closely retracted digging is unavoidable, keep a distance
of at least 3 m between the rear end of the bucket and the
front end of the undercarriage.

More than 3 m (10 ft)

M117-05-017

• Never dig with the bucket fully retracted and the bucket
teeth stuck in the ground as the front attachment will be
subjected to excessive force.
WRONG

M117-05-018

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• Do not use the rear of the bucket for grading operation, as
this will damage it.
WRONG

M117-05-019

WRONG
• Do not push rocks or other heavy materials with the
side of the bucket (using the swing movement of the
upperstructure), as this may damage the front attachment.
If such pushing is unavoidable, be sure to do it slowly and
carefully.

M117-05-020

WRONG

d WARNING: When excavating with boom extended

to high levels, do not tilt bucket back, as materials
will spill on operator’s cab. Dump bucket slightly to
prevent spilling.

M117-05-021

IMPORTANT: • When digging with the upperstructure

at an angle to the undercarriage, avoid WRONG
striking the tracks with the bucket.
• Avoid further extension of the bucket
cylinder after the bucket comes into
contact with the stopper, as the arm
cylinder will be extended, moving the
bucket forward.

M145-05-026

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• Do not use the weight of the base machine to pry earth as
illustrated.
Doing so will damage the base machine and may cause
WRONG
personal injury.

M117-05-009

WRONG

• Machine stability is greater when the load is positioned

parallel with the tracks.
Machine stability is reduced when the load is swung
to the side and when operating the front attachment
perpendicular to the tracks.
Sudden stop of boom lowering movement is especially
likely to cause tipping over.
M117-05-010
When working on weak/soft surfaces or when loading high-
density materials, operate the machine at reduced bucket
loads. WRONG

M117-05-011

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Precautions for Operating Electric Excavator

Handle Power Cables with Care during Operation and/or

Traveling

d WARNING: The power cable connection areas on the

machine are difficult to see from the operator's seat.
Therefore, take care about road obstructions and
inclination at the worksite during operation and/or
traveling.

• Locate the machine, as much as possible, on solid and

level ground. Avoid operating the machine on loose
bench-cut roads just made of piling various size of MKBB-05-001
rubbles and/or on rugged terrain.
• Avoid traveling on jobsite surfaces with sharp change in
inclination, or on steep roads.
• Avoid traveling at high speed on rugged surfaces.
Rebound bouncing of the machine may cause the cable
connectors to contact the ground.
• Take care when steering the machine in rugged areas
and near cutting face. Due to steering operation of the
machine the undercarriage may move to both sides so
that the cable connectors may come in contact with
cutting face, or the cables may become caught on
rocks extruding from the ground, possibly resulting in
breakage of and/or damage to the cables.
• Do not jack up the front of the base machine to a high
position. In case jacking up the front of the base machine
is unavoidably required, take care not to jack the machine
extremely high. When required to jack up the machine
to a high position, park the machine on sufficiently
prepared level ground and position one signal person at
both the back and front sides of the machine. Then, raise
the machine by following the instructions from the signal
person.

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• Avoid operations which cause excessive impacts to be
applied to the machine such as when scraping rocks off
cutting face or quick lowering the jacked-up machine.
Possibly fatal damage to high voltage equipment in
cubicles such as slip rings and motors may result.

Do not attempt to climb to or descend on soft foot-ground

work sites. Power cables and/or connectors at the rear side of
the machine may become damaged.

MKBB-05-002

MKBB-05-003

MKBB-05-004

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If the machine is operated in a soft foot-ground worksite, the
undercarriage may become buried, potentially damaging the
power cables.

1. When excavating areas under bench-cut roads is

required, face the undercarriage perpendicularly toward
the cutting face with the travel motors placed at the
back. Use extra care to prevent tipping over or falling
of the machine due to collapse of the foot ground from
occurring.
2. Operate the machine on surfaces that a dump can travel
on.
3. Route the power cable so that the cable does not get
immersed in puddles. MKBB-05-005
4. Avoid routing the power cable along a dump truck
running road. 3 5
5. Keep a reasonable distance between the machine and
the edge of the cutting face.

2
MKBB-05-006

Handle Cable Guard with Care during Operation and/or

Traveling
Avoid traveling on soft foot-ground or rugged terrain work
sites in the right figure. Guard prevents power cable from
being damaged by receiving strong reactive force from the
underside. But, when the machine's weight will be applied
to the guard for long time, track frame breakage may result.
Avoid operations which cause the machine's weight to be
applied to the guard when traveling.

Guard Power Cable Track Frame

MKBB-05-008

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Object Handling --- If Equipped

d WARNING: When you use machine for object

handling, be sure to comply with all local
regulations.
Cables, straps, or ropes can break, causing serious
injury. Do not use damaged chains, frayed cables,
slings, straps, or ropes to crane.
Never move the load quickly. Never move load over a
person’s head. Do not allow any persons near load.
Keep all persons away from wire-rope-attached load,
lifted or sitting on the ground unless it is securely
sitting on blocks or on the ground.
Position upperstructure so that the travel motors are
at the rear.
Do not attach sling/chain to the bucket teeth.

• Secure sling/chain tightly to the load to be lifted. Wear

gloves when securing sling/chain.
• Fasten sling/chain to bucket loop, with the bucket curled
and arm retracted.
• Coordinate hand signals with your signal person before SA-014
starting.
• Be aware of the location of all persons in the working
area.
• Attach a hand line to load and make sure person holding
it is well away from load.
• Before lifting, test your load.
1. Park your machine close to load.
2. Attach load to the machine.
3. Raise load 50 mm (2 in) above the ground.
4. Swing the load all the way to one side.
5. While keeping load close to the ground, move it away
from machine.
6. If there is any indication of reduced stability of your
machine, lower load to the ground.
• Lift load only as high as necessary.

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Overnight Storage Instructions

1. After finishing the day’s operation, drive the machine to
a firm, level ground where no possibility of falling stones,
ground collapse, or floods.
Park the machine referring to the
“PARKING MACHINE” in the “DRIVING MACHINE” chapter.
2. Clean the machine.

M117-05-023

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Correct Maintenance and Inspection Procedures

Learn how to service your machine correctly. Follow the
correct maintenance and inspection procedures shown in this
manual.

Inspect machine daily before starting.

• Check controls and instruments.
• Check oil levels.
• Check for leaks, kinked, frayed or damaged hoses and
lines.
• Walk around machine checking general appearance,
noise, heat, etc.
• Check for loose or missing parts. SA-005

If there is any problem with your machine, repair it before

operating or contact your authorized dealer.

IMPORTANT: • Use only recommended lubricants.

• Be sure to use only genuine Hitachi parts.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury
or death and/or machine breakdown.
• Failure to use recommended lubricants,
and genuine Hitachi parts will result in loss
of Hitachi product warranty.
• Never adjust hydraulic component.
• Protect electrical parts from water and
steam.
• Never disassemble electrical components
such as main controller, sensors, etc.

• Machine Information Controller

This machine provides a machine information controller
that stores machine operation information for preventive
maintenance.
When maintaining the machine, our authorized service
man may down load the stored information. Contact your
authorized dealer for detailed function of this device.
• Communication Terminal Operation
It is not necessary to check or operate the communication
terminal however if any abnormality is found, contact
your authorized dealer.
Before installing any covering attachment such as a head
guard, contact your authorized dealer. Never spray water
on the communication terminal and the wirings.
• Inquire on the proper way to recycle or dispose of
oil, filters, batteries and other waste from your local
environmental or recycling center, or from your
authorized dealer.

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Precaution for High Tension

This machine is using the power supply of 6600 volts. Be extra
careful when maintenance and inspection for high tension
electric components or cable lines.

d • WARNING:
Turning the power switch in the substation OFF
before maintenance and inspection for high
tension electric components or cable lines.
• Never attempt to open any electrical component
covers displaying a decal with the words “HIGH
VOLTAGE.” You may receive an electric shock,
possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
• Never attempt to touch or grab any high tension
electrical components or the power cable with wet
hands. You may receive an electric shock, possibly
resulting in personal injury or death. 1

Check Hour Meter Regularly

• Check hour meter (1) to determine when your machine
needs periodic maintenance.
• Intervals on the periodic maintenance chart are for
operating in normal conditions. If you operate your
machine in more adverse conditions, you should service
it at SHORTER INTERVALS.
• Lubricate, make service checks and adjustments at
intervals shown on maintenance guide table (2) located
on the inside of the cab rear right.

MKBB-01-017

Use Correct Lubricants 2

IMPORTANT: Always use recommended lubricants.

Failure to do so will result in machine
damage and loss of Hitachi product
warranty.

M18M-07-001

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Prepare Machine for Maintenance

Before performing the maintenance procedures given in the
following chapters, park the machine as described below,
unless otherwise specified.

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.

2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
1
3. Push main motor stop switch (2) to stop the main motor.
4. Turn the key switch OFF. Remove the key from the key
switch. (If maintenance must be performed with main
motor running, do not leave machine unattended.)
2 M18U-01-014
5. Pull pilot control shut-off lever (1) to the LOCK position.
6. Before performing any work on the machine, attach a 3
“Do Not Operate” tag on the right control lever.
7. Battery Disconnect Switch
This machine is equipped with a battery disconnect
switch (3) located outside of main motor unit
compartment on the right side. The battery ground
circuit can be disconnected by pulling battery
disconnect switch (3) down before replacing the battery,
checking the electrical system, or performing welding
work on the machine.

IMPORTANT: When battery disconnect switch (3) or MKBB-07-019

power switch (4) is shut off just after the
key switch is turned OFF, controllers may be
damaged. When battery disconnect switch
(3) or power switch (4) is shut off, wait for
5 minutes or more after the key switch is
turned OFF. Then pull battery disconnect
switch (3) down to shut off or turn power
switch (4) for the DC 24 V OFF.

MKBB-07-008

MKBB-03-002 M146-07-062

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8. Before starting to check and/or service the inside of the
main motor compartment, turn main motor stop switch
(5) located at the main motor compartment entrance to
the EMERG. STOP position to assure safety.
5
9. When using a vacuum pump to create negative pressure
in the hydraulic oil tank while working on the hydraulic
lines, close stop valve cock (6) on the hydraulic oil tank
air bleed valve. Be sure to open cock (6) after completing
the repair work.
10. Cab heater switch (7) OFF.
11. Turn power switch (4) for the DC24V system OFF. M8R8-01-066
6
12. Turn power switch (8) for the AC210 V system OFF.
13. Turn the power switch in the substation (power source
outside of machine) OFF.
14. Turn disconnecting switch OFF using a rod (9).

MKBB-01-002

M141-01-020

9
8

7
OFF

M18U-07-001 MKBB-03-002

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Starting and Stopping Main Motor 17 1 2

Start/stop the main motor using the control panel in cubicle

box (1) when:

• Starting/stopping the main motor is required while

inspecting or working on the machine for maintenance.
• Starting/stopping the main motor while inspecting function
of the control panel.

Starting Main Motor

1. Open door (17).
2. Turn disconnecting switch (3) ON using a rod.
3. Turn the power switch in the substation (power source
outside of machine) ON.
MKBB-00-003
4. Open door (2) on cubicle box (1).
5. Turn switch (9) to the LOCAL position.
6. Confirm that:
• High tension volt meter (5) indicates approximately 6600
V.
• Low tension volt meter (4) indicates approximately 210 V.
3
• AC 210 V power source lamp (7) is illuminated.
• Main motor stop lamp (6) is illuminated.
• Heater for main motor lamp (8) is illuminated.

ON

M18U-02-004

5 9 7 8

6
4 Rod

MKBB-01-010 M18U-07-002

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7. Turn power switch (10) for the AC210 V system ON. 10

8. Turn power switch (11) for the DC24 V system ON.

9. Confirm that pilot control shut-off lever (12) is in the
LOCK position.
10. Sound the horn to alert bystanders.
11. Push main motor start button (16) to start the main
motor.
12. Main motor start lamp (13) will illuminate and main
motor stop lamp (6) will turn OFF.
13. Approximately 5 seconds after the main motor starts,
main motor start lamp (13) will turn OFF and main motor
run lamp (14) will illuminate.
14. Also, heater for main motor lamp (15) will turn OFF.

MKBB-03-002

16 15
14

13

MKBB-01-009

11

12

M18U-01-014 MKBB-03-002

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Stopping Main Motor
1. Push main motor stop button (6) to stop the main motor. 7 5

2. RUN lamp (4) will turn OFF. Main motor stop lamp (3) and
heater for main motor lamp (5) will illuminate.
4
3. Cab heater switch (9) OFF.
4. Turn power switch (8) for the DC24 V system OFF.
5. Turn power switch (10) for the AC210 V system OFF.
6 3
6. Turn switch (7) to the REMOTE position.
7. Move pilot control shut-off lever (11) to the LOCK
position.
8. Shut door (2) on cubicle box (1). Fasten the door-lock
bolts. Lock with the key.
MKBB-01-010
9. Turn the power switch in the substation (power source
outside of machine) OFF.
10. Open door (13). 13 1 2
11. Turn disconnecting switch (12) OFF using a rod.

12

OFF
MKBB-00-003

8 9 10
M18U-02-004

12

Rod

MKBB-03-002

M18U-07-002

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Disconnecting Switch (DS) 1

Be sure to turn OFF disconnecting switch (4) before starting

any inspection/maintenance on high tension electric
components and when assembling the machine.
Disconnecting switch (4), however, does not need to be turned
OFF after each working shift.

Power from the power cable is routed to cubicle box (2) via
collector ring (1).
Then, it is distributed to electric components from cubicle box MKBB-07-001
2
(2). Disconnecting switch (4) functions to shut off the power
supply to electric components, at cubicle box (2). 3 2

Disconnecting Switch Operation Procedure

1. Turn OFF the power switch in the substation (power

source outside of machine).
2. Open door (3) on cubicle box (2).
3. Turn ON/OFF disconnecting switch (4) using rod (5). Rod
(5) is provided in the cab. Be sure to return rod (5) in its
position inside the cab after using it.
• To turn ON disconnecting switch (4): Insert the hook end
of rod (5) into the hole on switch (4), then push out rod
(5). MKBB-00-003
• To turn OFF disconnecting switch (4): Insert the hook end
of rod (5) into the hole on switch (4), then pull in rod (5).

OFF
4. Close door (3) on cubicle box (2). Lock door (3).

4 ON

M18U-02-004

M18U-07-002

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Open Access Doors for Service

1
d • WARNING:
Do not keep the access doors open when the
machine is parked on a slope, or while the wind
is blowing hard. The access doors may close
accidentally, possibly resulting in personal injury.
• When opening or closing the hood and the access
doors, take extra care not to catch fingers between
the base machine and the hood or the access
doors.

• To keep the access doors open, lower rods (1) into a gap M117-07-001
on the platform or into locking holes (2), as illustrated.

MKBA-07-030

Door Position

Door Position MKBB-07-016

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Inspection/Maintenance Lights
All 3 maintenance lights (1) will be turned ON with
maintenance light switch (2).

Use switch (2), located on the switch panel in the cab, to turn
on/off these lights (1).

2 M18U-01-013

1 1

1
MKBB-01-002 M18L-01-008

MKBB-01-007
1
MKBA-01-003

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Use a Chain to Prevent Falling Accidents

1
When inspection or maintenance is required on cab front step
(2), tighten chain (1) as described below to prevent falling from
cab front step (2).

d WARNING: Before starting inspection or maintenance

on cab front step (2), be sure to attach chain (1) to
step handrail (5). Before attaching chain (1), check to
be sure that chain (1) has no damage. If any damage
such as wear or breaks are found, replace with new
one.

1. Remove chain (1) from hook (3) located on the left-upper

M18L-07-008
front cab and from handrail (5).
2. Install the free end of chain (1) to right hook (7) to attach
chain (1).
3 4 5
3. Check that chain (1) is securely installed to both hooks
(6) and (7).
4. Before restarting machine operation, remove chain (1)
from right hook (7). After hanging chain (1) on hook (4),
let it wrap around handrail (5). Then, reinstall the end of
chain (1) to left upper hook (3).

1
M18M-07-015 M18M-07-011

7 2 6
M18L-07-009

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Construction Outline

Backhoe Arm Cylinder

Bucket Cylinder Boom Cylinder

Boom
Link B

Link A

Arm

Bucket
M18L-01-005

Loading Shovel Boom Cylinder

Boom Swing Device (F) Lubricator

Level Cylinder Hydraulic Oil Tank
Bypass Filter
Arm Cab

Bucket

High Pressure
Filter

Oil Cooler

Pump
Transmission
Arm Cylinder
Oil Cooler
Bucket Cylinder Washer Tank
Pump

Emergency Escape Cubicle

Device
Center Joint

Counterweight
Front Idler

Track Adjuster

Upper Roller
Main Motor
Lower Roller
Control Valve
Side Frame Stairway
Accumulator Travel Device Heater Unit
MKBB-01-001
Swing Bearing Swing Device (R)

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Daily Check

Check Item Reference Page

1. Oil level, leak and contamination in hydraulic oil tank 7-46 to 7-47
2. Movement, play and operational ability of all control levers
3. Operation of all hydraulic components, oil leak and damage of pipe lines and 7-60 to 7-62
Upperstructure hoses
4. Deformation, break and abnormal noise of Upperstructure
5. Looseness and missing of mounting bolts and nuts 7-105 to 7-116
6. Windshield Washer Fluid Level 7-100
1. Sag, wear and break of crawler tracks 7-102
2. Oil leak and wear on upper/lower rollers and front idlers
Undercarriage
3. Oil leak from travel devices 7-41
4. Looseness and missing of mounting bolts and nuts 7-105 to 7-116
1. Oil leak and damage of hydraulic cylinders, pipe lines and hoses 7-60 to 7-62
2. Wear and damage of bucket
3. Looseness, wear and missing of bucket teeth 7-91
Working Device 4. Lubrication state of front attachment 7-24 to 7-28
5. Damage of retainer pins, stoppers, rings and bolts 7-115
6. Looseness and missing of mounting bolts and nuts 7-105 to 7-116
7. Grease leak and damage of auto-lubrication piping and hoses 7-96
1. Operation of instruments, switches, lights and buzzer/horn
2. Function of parking brake
3. Deformation and damage of cab head guard
Others
4. Abnormal outside appearance of machine
5. Wear and damage of seat belt 7-100
6. Wear and damage of emergency escape device and hanger 7-95
• Conduct daily check before the machine is operated.

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Hydraulic System
IMPORTANT: Hydraulic equipment such as hydraulic
pumps, control valves, and relief valves
have been adjusted at the factory. Do
not attempt to disassemble or turn the
adjusting screws, as they are very difficult
to readjust.
Consult your authorized dealer if any
trouble should occur.

• Oil from the main and swing pumps flows through the
control valves to the cylinders and motors. Most return oil
from the control valves flows back to the hydraulic oil tank
via the full-flow filters; a small amount returns via oil coolers
directly. High pressure strainers are provided in the pump
delivery lines between the pumps and control valves.

• EHC valves actuated by electric control levers/pedals send

pilot oil from the pilot pumps to the dual quick response
valves, corresponding spools of the control valves. This
spool movement routes the pump delivery oil to the
cylinders and motors.

• Relief valves of sufficient capacity are provided in the

control valves, full-flow filters and the pilot and oil cooler
circuits in order to protect each circuit from abnormally
high pressure.

• The excavator is equipped with an accumulator in the

pilot oil line which makes it possible to operate the front
attachment for a few seconds after the main motor has
stopped. The accumulator is charged with high pressure
gas; do not attempt to remove or disassemble it, and do not
expose the accumulator to flame.

• The excavator is equipped with an independent oil cooler

and circulation pump for the pump transmission, which
functions to cool pump transmission oil.

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Loading Shovel

1. BUCKET CYLINDER
2. DUMP CYLINDER
3. ARM CYLINDER
4. BOOM CYLINDER
5. LEVEL CYLINDER
6. BUCKET CLOSE PEDAL
7. BUCKET OPEN PEDAL
8. ELECTRIC CONTROL LEVER (Travel)
9. ELECTRIC CONTROL LEVER (Front/
Swing)
10. ELECTRIC CONTROL LEVER (Front)
11. ELECTRIC LEVER CONTROLLER
12. ACCUMULATOR
13. CHECK VALVE
14. SWING MOTOR
15. CENTER JOINT
16. CONTROL VALVE: BUCKET
17. CONTROL VALVE: BOOM
18. CONTROL VALVE: ARM
19. CONTROL VALVE: LEFT TRAVEL
20. CONTROL VALVE: BUCKET OPEN
AND CLOSE
21. CONTROL VALVE: BOOM UP/
BUCKET TILT-IN
22. CONTROL VALVE: RIGHT TRAVEL
23. CONTROL VALVE: SWING
24. CONTROL VALVE: ARM EXTEND
25. MAIN MOTOR
26. MAIN PUMP No. 3, 4
27. MAIN PUMP No. 1, 2
28. MAIN PUMP No. 5, 6
29. FAN DRIVE PUMP
30. PILOT PUMP
31. TRANSMISSION OIL PUMP
32. HYDRAULIC OIL TANK
33. FAN DRIVE MOTOR
34. OIL COOLER
35. TRAVEL MOTOR
36. BYPASS FILTER
37. PILOT FILTER
38. TRANSMISSION COOLER
39. GREASE PUMP
40. FULL-FLOW FILTER
41. SUCTION MANIHOLD
42. HIGH-PRESSURE FILTER AND SUPPLY LINE FROM PUMPS
RETURN LINE
CHECK VALVE SUCTION LINE
43. SUCTION FILTER ACTUATOR LINE
DRAIN AND PILOT LINE
44. BRAKE VALVE ELECTRIC LINE
45. DRAIN FILTER
46. EHC VALVE
47. ELECTRIC CONTROL LEVER MKBB-07-002
(BUCKET CLOSE/DUMP)
48. DUAL QUICK RESPONSE VALVE

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Backhoe

1. BUCKET CYLINDER
2. ARM CYLINDER
3. BOOM CYLINDER
4. ELECTRIC CONTROL LEVER (Travel)
5. ELECTRIC CONTROL LEVER (Front/
Swing)
6. ELECTRIC CONTROL LEVER (Front)
7. ELECTRIC LEVER CONTROLLER
8. ACCUMULATOR
9. CHECK VALVE
10. SWING MOTOR
11. CENTER JOINT
12. CONTROL VALVE: BUCKET
13. CONTROL VALVE: BOOM
14. CONTROL VALVE: ARM
15. CONTROL VALVE: LEFT TRAVEL
16. CONTROL VALVE: RIGHT TRAVEL
17. CONTROL VALVE: SWING
18. MAIN MOTOR
19. MAIN PUMP No. 3, 4
20. MAIN PUMP No. 1, 2
21. MAIN PUMP No. 5, 6
22. FAN DRIVE PUMP
23. PILOT PUMP
24. TRANSMISSION OIL PUMP
25. HYDRAULIC OIL TANK
26. FAN DRIVE MOTOR
27. OIL COOLER
28. TRAVEL MOTOR
29. BYPASS FILTER
30. PILOT FILTER
31. TRANSMISSION COOLER
32. GREASE PUMP
33. FULL-FLOW FILTER
34. SUCTION MANIHOLD
35. HIGH-PRESSURE FILTER AND
CHECK VALVE
36. SUCTION FILTER
37. BRAKE VALVE
38. DRAIN FILTER
39. EHC VALVE
40. DUAL QUICK RESPONSE VALVE

SUPPLY LINE FROM PUMPS

RETURN LINE
SUCTION LINE
ACTUATOR LINE
DRAIN AND PILOT LINE
ELECTRIC LINE

MKBB-07-003

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Periodic Replacement of Parts

To ensure safe operation, be sure to conduct periodic
inspection of the machine. In addition, the parts listed
below, if defective, may pose serious safety/fire hazards. It is
very difficult to gauge the extent of deterioration, fatigue,
or weakening of the parts listed below simply by visual
inspection alone. For this reason, replace these parts at the
intervals shown in the table below. However, if any of these
parts are found to be defective, replace before starting
operation, regardless of the interval. Use genuine Hitachi
parts.
Also, when replacing hoses, check the clamps for deformation,
cracks, or other deterioration, and replace as necessary.
Be sure to perform periodic inspection of all hoses, as shown
below, and replace or retighten any defective parts found, as
necessary.
Consult your authorized dealer for correct replacement.

No. Periodic Replacement Parts Q’ty in Use Replacement Intervals

Every 2 years or 8,000 hours of operation,
1 Rubber Hoses -
whichever comes first
2 Seat Belt 2 Every 3 years

IMPORTANT: Be sure to replace seals, such as O-rings and

gaskets, when replacing hoses.

fNOTE: Refer to the next page for details about rubber hoses.

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Periodic Replacement of Rubber Hoses

d WARNING: Rubber hoses, such as hydraulic hoses,

lubrication hoses and heater hoses, may break due
1

to aging, fatigue, and abrasion, possibly resulting in

serious injury or death.
1
In order to avoid serious personal injury, be sure to
replace the hoses listed in the following table every 2
years, or 8000 hours of operation, whichever comes
first. Use genuine Hitachi parts.
It is very difficult to gauge the extent of deterioration
due to aging, fatigue, and abrasion of rubber hoses
MKBA-07-021
by inspection alone. Thus, if rubber hoses are not
replaced periodically, serious personal injury may
result due to falls of the front, penetration of high
pressure oil into the skin, or fire.
Regardless of regular replacement intervals, if hoses
are found to be defective by periodic inspection
(refer to pages 7-60), be sure to repair or replace 1
them before operating the machine. Be sure to
replace seals, such as O-rings and hose clamps along
with replacing hoses.
Consult your authorized dealer for correct hose
replacement.
MKBA-07-005
Hydraulic Hoses

Hoses Q’ty in Use 3 3

Pump to High Pressure Filter (1) 6

2
High Pressure Filter to Control Valve (2) 6
Control Valve to Front (3) 6

2
MKBA-07-022

MKBA-07-006

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Hoses Q’ty in Use

Loading Shovel Front Hoses 19

M117-07-123

Hoses Q’ty in Use

Backhoe Front Hoses 20

M18L-07-052

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Maintenance Interval Guide

A. Greasing (See Page 7-23)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
5 10 250 500 1000 1500 2000
1. Loader Front Joint Pins Bucket Pins 8  
Other Front Pins 16  
2. Backhoe Front Joint Pins Bucket and Link Pins 12  
Other Front Pins 14  
3. Swing Bearing 21 
4. Swing Internal Gear 1 (200 L (52.8 US gal))
5. Center Joint   1 
6. Main Motor Bearing 2 (0.2 L (0.2 US qt)) Or 2 and half months

fNOTE:  Maintenance required when operating in water or mud.

 Auto-lubrication is available. Greasing intervals shown in the above table are applied to manual lubrication.

B. Transmission (See Page 7-35)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
1. Pump Transmission Check Oil Level 1 
Engine Change Oil 30 L (7.9 US gal) 
Oil Replace Oil Filter 1
Clean Air Breather 1
2. Swing Reduction Check Oil Level 2 
Gear Gear
Change Oil 100 L (26.4 US gal)×2 
Oil
Clean Air Breather 2
3. Travel Reduction Gear Check Oil Level 2
Gear Oil Change Oil 137 L (36.2 US gal)×2 

fNOTE:  First time only.

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C. Hydraulic System (See Page 7-43)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 2000 2500 4000 12000
1. Check Hydraulic Oil Level 1
2. Drain Hydraulic Oil Tank Sump 1
3. Replace Full-Flow Filter and Drain Filter
4 
Element
4. Replace Bypass Filter Element 1 
5. Replace Pilot Oil Filter 1 
6. Change Hydraulic Oil 3170 L
  
(838 US gal)
7. Replace Suction Filter 3 When changing hydraulic oil
8. Replace High-Pressure Filter Element 6
9. Replace Tank Air Breather Element 2
10. Clean Oil Cooler Core 2
Check Hoses and Lines
-
(for leak, loose)
11.
Check Hoses and Lines
-
(for crack, bend, etc.)

fNOTE:  Hydraulic oil changing interval differs according to the kind of hydraulic oil used. See recommended oil chart.
 First time only.

D. Air Conditioner (See Page 7-66)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
Cleaning 3 As required
1. Recirculation Air Filter
Replacement 3 Replace per 4 cleaning
Cleaning 3 As required
2. Ventilation Air Filter
Replacement 3 Replace per 4 cleaning
3. Check Refrigerant Quantity 3
4. Check Compressor Belt Tension 3
5. Clean Condenser Core 3
6. Check Tightening Torque -
7. Seasonal Maintenance - Preseason (once a year), Off-season (once a week)

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E. Electrical System (See Page 7-73)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 100 250 500 1000 2000
Check Electrolyte Level 2 Every month
1. Battery Check Electrolyte
2 Every month
Specific Gravity
2. Replacing Fuses - As required
3. Check Power Source Terminal - As required
4. Check High Current Fuse - As required
5. Check Electrical Cables and Wire Harnesses -
6. Check Door-Lock Bolts on the Cubicle Box Door -
7. Check Emergency Main Motor Stop Switch 1

F. Miscellaneous (See Page 7-90)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 3000
1. Check Bucket Teeth for Wear and L/D 6
Looseness B/H 5
2. Inspect Emergency Escape Device and Hanger 1
3. Check Auto-Lubrication System 1
Check 2
4. Seat Belt
Replacement 2 At least once every 3 years
5. Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level 2 As required
6. Clean Air Horn Compressor Filter 1 As required
7. Check and Adjust Track Sag 2
8. Check Accumulator and Track Adjuster Cylinder 2
Every year
Circuit
9. Clean Side Frame Area 2
10. Check Tightening Torque of Bolts and Nuts - 

fNOTE:  First time only.

G. Cubicle (See Page 7-117)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 500 1000 2000 5000 10000 20000
Check Tightening Torque 
1. Cushion Rubber 18
Replacement Every 3 years 
Check - 
2. Cubicle
Replacement - Every 5 years 

fNOTE:  Contact your authorized dealer for maintenance.

H. Elastomeric Coupling (See Page 7-118)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
1000 4000 6000 8000 10000 12000
1. Check Elastomeric Parts 1 Or 2 months
2. Replace Elastomeric Parts 1 Or 2 years

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A. Greasing

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
5 10 250 500 1000 1500 2000
1. Loader Front Joint Pins Bucket Pins 8  
Other Front Pins 16  
2. Backhoe Front Joint Pins Bucket and Link Pins 12  
Other Front Pins 14  
3. Swing Bearing 21 
4. Swing Internal Gear 1 (200 L (52.8 US gal))
5. Center Joint 1 
6. Main Motor Bearing 2 (0.2 L (0.2 US qt)) Or 2 and half months

fNOTE:  Maintenance required when operating in water or mud.

 Auto-lubrication is available. Greasing intervals shown in the above table are applied to manual lubrication.

M18L-01-005

MKBB-01-001

Brand Names of Recommended Grease

Where to be Front Joint Pins, Swing Where to be Main Motor Bearing

applied Swing Internal Gear Bearing, Center Joint For applied
Auto-Lubrication –20 to 50 °C (–4 to
Manufacturer Manufacturer 122 °F)
–20 to 50 °C (–4 to 122 °F)
British Petroleum BP Energrease LS-EP2 BP Energrease LS-EP1 Cosmo Cosmo WR2 or
Caltex Oil Multifax EP2 Multifax EP1 LGHP2(SKF)
Exxon Mobil Beacon EP2 Beacon EP1 Exxon Mobil Beacon 2
Mobilux EP2 Mobilux EP1 Idemitsu Kosan Eponex 2
Idemitsu Kosan Daphne Coronex Daphne Coronex Kyodo Yushi Multemp LRL 3
Grease EP2 Grease EP1 JX Nippon Oil & Multinoc deluxe 2
JX Nippon Oil & Energy Epinoc Grease AP2 Epinoc Grease AP1 Energy
Showa Shell Sekiyu Shell Alvania EP Shell Alvania EP Showa Shell Shell Alvania S2
Grease 2 Grease 1 Sekiyu

fNOTE: The machine is shipped from the factory is filled with lubricants
marked with .

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Loading Shovel Front Joint Pins
--- daily
Add grease to all fittings shown below daily. Most of the
fittings are grouped, as shown, for quick and safe lubrication.

fNOTE: Auto-lubrication can be used for the fittings on the

loading shovel front.

1. Grouped Grease Fittings (1) --- Bucket

 : Lubrication Points
 : One point each to right and left.

M117-07-097

M117-07-036

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2. Grouped Grease Fittings (2) --- Boom
 : Lubrication Points

2 M117-07-034

M117-07-098

3. Boom Cylinder Rod Pins (3)

M141-07-015

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4. Grouped Grease Fittings (4) --- Arm
 : Lubrication Points

M117-07-035
4

M117-07-099

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Backhoe Front Joint Pins
--- daily
Add grease to all fittings shown below daily. Most of the
fittings are grouped, as shown, for quick and safe lubrication.

fNOTE: Auto-lubrication can be used for the fittings on the

backhoe front.

1. Grease Fittings (1) for bucket and link pins

 : Lubrication Points

M141-07-053
2

2. Grouped Grease Fittings (2) --- Main Frame

Fittings for boom cylinder rod pins

M141-07-015

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3. Boom Grease Fittings (3)

 : Lubrication Points

 : One point each to right and left.

 

3 M141-07-054

4. Arm Grease Fitting (4)

4
4

M141-07-055

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Swing Bearing
--- every 250 hours
(Grouped Grease Fittings --- Main Frame)

d WARNING: When lubricating swing bearing, lower the

bucket to the ground and pull the pilot control shut-
off lever to the LOCK position.

fNOTE: Auto-lubrication can be used for the fittings on the

swing bearing.

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.

2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Run the main motor without load for 5 minutes. M141-07-015

4. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.

5. With the upperstructure stationary, apply grease to the
21 grease fittings.
6. Apply grease to the swing bearing until grease can be
seen escaping from the swing bearing seals.
7. Total amount of grease to be applied is approximately 10
to 12 strokes by grease lubricator.
8. Take care not to supply excessive grease.

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Swing Internal Gear
--- every 2000 hours 1

d WARNING: When lubricating swing internal gear,

lower the bucket to the ground and pull the pilot
control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.

2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Run the main motor without load for 5 minutes.
4. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
5. Remove cover (1) on the right side of the upperstructure.
In order to add new grease evenly to the swing internal
M117-07-037
gear, swing the upperstructure twelve 30° intervals (one
full turn) and add grease at each interval using a putty
knife. Install cover (1).
6. In case the grease deteriorates and/or water becomes
mixed in the grease, change grease by following the
procedures below.
7. Remove cover (2) from the bottom of the swing gear
housing, located near the center joint. Thoroughly
remove old grease from the swing internal gear. Install
cover (2).
8. Remove cover (1) on the right side of the upperstructure.
In order to add new grease evenly to the swing internal
gear, swing the upperstructure twelve 30° intervals (one
2 M117-07-038
full turn) and add grease at each interval using a putty
knife.
Total amount of grease applied should be approximately
200 liters (53 US gal). Install cover (1).

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Center Joint
--- every 500 hours
(Grouped Grease Fittings --- Main Frame)

d WARNING: When lubricating center joint, lower the

bucket to the ground and pull the pilot control shut-
off lever to the LOCK position.

fNOTE: Auto-lubrication can be used for the fittings on the

center joint.

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.

2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Run the main motor without load for 5 minutes.
M141-07-015
4. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
5. With the upperstructure stationary, apply grease to the 1
grease fitting.
6. Total amount of grease to be applied is approximately 5
to 6 strokes by grease lubricator.

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Main Motor Bearing
--- every 1500 hours or 2 and half months
IMPORTANT: Even when the machine is not used,
lubricate the main motor bearing every two
and half months.

d WARNING: Take care to ensure that hands and feet
do not become entangled in rotating parts during
greasing.
Procedures to remove obsolete grease in the
bearing:
• Push the main motor stop switch to stop the main
motor.
• Turn the key switch OFF.
M18U-07-007

Each time you leave the cab

• Lower the bucket to the ground.
• Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
• Use handrails.

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.

2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
4. With the upperstructure stationary, apply grease to the 2
grease fittings.
5. Total amount of grease applied should be approximately
0.2 liter (0.2 US qt).

Greasing Main Motor Bearing

1. Grease while rotating the main motor.
2. On a new machine, grease is occupied 1/2 to 2/3 M18U-07-008
capacity of the bearing cover.
3. When greasing 6 times, remove the bearing cover and
the obsolete grease inside the cover. Then, fill new
grease up to 1/2 to 2/3 capacity of the bearing cover to
restore the initial condition.
4. If emulsification, contamination, and/or mixing of
foreign particles are found in grease, or if the bearing
is deformed, change grease and replace the bearing
irrespective of the grease change interval.
5. When staring the main motor that had been stored
for more than 2.5 months, the bearing may emit noisy
sounds. Grease lightly at this time.

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Operating Lubricator
The machine is equipped with hose reel (5) and the
lubricator, including the grease pump. This device is used
for adding grease to the grouped fittings on the main frame 2
and front attachment.
1
Greasing
5
1. Connect coupler (1) with hose to coupler (2).
2. Move auto-lubrication toggle switch (3) located inside
battery compartment to the MANUAL position.
3. Hold high-pressure grease gun (4) attached to the hose
end and pull out the hose from hose reel (5). 4
4. Stop pulling the hose at any desired position; hose reel
(5) clicks and automatically locks the hose.
5. Insert the end of grease gun (4) in the desired fitting
and pull gun (4) lever; automatically adds grease to the
fitting.
M141-07-017

Storing Grease Hose After Finishing Greasing

1. Slightly pull out the hose; hose reel (5) unlocks, 3
automatically winds, and stores the hose.

2. Move auto-lubrication toggle switch (3) located inside

battery compartment to the AUTOMATIC GREASING
position.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to turn auto-lubrication switch (3)

to the AUTOMATIC GREASING position after
completing manual greasing.

3. Disconnect coupler (1) with hose from coupler (2). MKBB-07-004

4. Pull gun (4) lever to release residual pressure; a small

amount of residual grease will escape from grease gun
(4).

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Replacing Grease
When the grease can is empty, replace it following the
6
procedure shown below.

1. Remove wing nuts (7) to remove cover assembly (6) from

the grease can. Remove cover assembly (6). 7

2. Remove follower plate (8) from the grease can.

Replace the grease can with a new one.
8

3. Install follower plate (8) into the grease can.

While holding and rotating follower plate (8) level in
both directions, push it downward so that an air pocked
is not developed.

4. Install cover assembly (6) on the lubricator housing while M146-07-107

aligning grease tube with the hole on follower plate (8),
in order not to push down plate (8) into grease when
installing cover assembly (6). Tighten wing nuts (7).

fNOTE: Greasing can be made from the ground through the 8

fast-filling panel installed at the rear section of the
machine. Refer to page 1-38 for fast-filling panel
operation.

M113-07-025

M113-07-026
Grease

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B. Transmission

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
1. Pump Check Oil Level 1 
Transmission Engine Change Oil 30 L (7.9 US gal) 
Oil Replace Oil Filter 1
Clean Air Breather 1
2. Swing Reduction Check Oil Level 2 
Gear Gear
Change Oil 100 L (26.4 US gal) ×2 
Oil
Clean Air Breather 2
3. Travel Reduction Gear Check Oil Level 2
Gear Oil Change Oil 137 L (36.2 US gal) ×2 

fNOTE:  First time only.

MKBB-01-001

Brand Names of Recommended Gear Oil Brand Names of Recommended Engine Oil
Application Swing and Travel Reduction Gear Application Pump Transmission
Kind of Oil Gear oil Kind of Oil Engine Oil
Air Temp. Air Temp. –20 to 0���
°C
�� –10 to 35�����
°C
�� 25 to 5����
�����
0���
°�
C
–20 to 5�������������������
��������������������
0������������������
°C
�����������������
(–4 to 1������
22 °F)
��� (–4 to 32����
°F)
��� (14 to 95
������
°F)
��� (77 to 1������
22 °F)
���
Manufacturer Manufacturer
British Petroleum BP Gear oil SAE90EP British BP Vanellus C3
Caltex Oil Universal Thuban SAE 90 Petroleum 10W 30 40
RPM DELO 300 Oil
Esso Gear Oil 80W-90, 85W-90 Caltex Oil
Exxon Mobil 10W 30 40
Mobilube GX90
Exxon D-3
Idemitsu Kosan Apollo Gear HE90 10W 30 40
Exxon Mobil
JX Nippon Oil & Mobil Delvac
Hypoid Gear Oil 90�
Energy 1310 1330 1340
Showa Shell Sekiyu Shell Spirax EP90 Apolloil diesel motive
Idemitsu Kosan
Remarks API GL 4 Class S-310 S-330 S-340
JX Nippon Oil & HDS-3
fNOTE: The machine shipped from the factory is filled with oil Energy 10�
W 30
Shell Rymla D
40
marked . Showa Shell
Sekiyu 10W 30 40
Remarks API CD Class

fNOTE: The machine shipped from the factory is filled

with oil marked .
Recommended oil viscosity grade ; Straight 30
oils

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Pump Transmission

Recommended Brands of Engine Oil

IMPORTANT: Avoid mixing oils of different brands.
In most cases, different brands are not
compatible with each other and, when
mixed, can seize parts, or abnormally wear
moving parts. It is best to stick with one
and the same brand of oil at successive
service intervals.

IMPORTANT: Main motor start at low temperature

1. Warm up "pump transmission" and "pump transmission

oil lubrication pipe" sufficiently by using jet heater, etc.
If main motor is started when these components are
cold, bearing and gear, etc. may be damaged.
After starting main motor, perform warm up operation
adequately.
2. To prevent lubrication failure at operation in cold region,
warm up main motor adequately after main motor starts
even when single grade #10 is selected and used.

d WARNING: Oil may be hot just after operation. Wait

for oil to cool before starting work.

Check Oil Level --- every 50 hours

(first time after 10 hours)

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface. 1

2. Lower the bucket to the ground.

3. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key
switch.
4. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
5. Remove dipstick (1). Oil must be between the top and
notch on dipstick (1).
6. If necessary, remove dipstick (1) and add oil. Be sure to
use only recommended oil. (See Recommended Engine
Oil Chart.) M117-07-042
7. Recheck oil level. 1

M114-07-181

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Change Oil --- every 500 hours
(first time after 50 hours)
Replace Oil Filter --- every 500 hours
Clean Air Breather --- every 500 hours

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.

2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key
switch.
4. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
5. Prepare a container of 30 liters (7.9 US gal) or more
capacity for the drain oil.
6. Remove drain plug (3) on the pump transmission
housing, and loosen drain cock (2) to drain the oil.
7. Check if foreign materials like metal particles are
included in the drain oil by filtering it with a clean cloth.

3 2
MKBB-07-005

Clean Cloth
Container

M107-07-095

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8. Unscrew cartridge filter (4) from the filter head, discard
cartridge filter (4).

9. Fill filter (4) with oil. Apply a light even coat of lubricating
oil to the gasket sealing surface prior to installing
cartridge filter (4).

10. Position cartridge filter (4) to the filter head. Tighten by

hand until the seal touches the filter head, and tighten
an additional 3/4 turn or more using filter wrench.

4 MKBA-07-011
1
11. Install drain plug (3) and tighten drain cock (2) securely.
Fill the pump transmission housing with 30 liters (7.9 US
gal) oil.

12. Confirm that the oil level is between the top and notch
on dipstick (1).

13. Remove air breather cap (5) and clean the element.

14. Start the main motor and check for any leakage at drain
MKBA-07-012
plug (3) and cartridge filter (4).
5

fNOTE: • Always allow oil to settle before checking the level.

This may require 15 minutes.
• Oil can be refilled from the ground using the
Fast-Filling panel located in the rear of the base
machine. Refer to page 1-38 for the Fast-Filling
panel operation.

MKBB-07-006

3 2 MKBB-07-005

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Swing Reduction Gear 2

d WARNING: Gear oil may be hot just after operation.

Wait for gear oil to cool before starting work.

Check Oil Level --- every 50 hours (Front Swing

Device)
(first time after 10 hours) 1
(Rear Swing
Device)
1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface. 1
2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key
M141-07-043
switch.
4. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position. 1
5. Remove dipsticks (1). Oil must be between marks.
6. If necessary, remove oil supply plugs (2) and add oil. Be
sure to use only recommended oil. (See Recommended
Gear Oil Chart.)
7. Recheck oil level.
8. Install oil supply plugs (2). M114-07-181

MKBA-07-014

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Change Gear Oil --- every 1000 hours
(first time after 50 hours)

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface. 4

2. Lower the bucket to the ground.

3. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key
switch.
4. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
5
5. Prepare 2 containers of 100 liters (26.4 US gal) or more M117-07-009
capacity for the drain oil.
6. Remove drain plugs (5) and loosen drain cocks (4) to
drain oil. 6
7. Check if foreign materials like metal particles are
included in the drain oil by filtering it with a clean cloth.
8. Install drain plugs (5) and tighten drain cocks (4).
9. Remove oil supply plugs (2) and add oil until it is
between marks on dipsticks (1).
Oil capacity : 100 liters (26.4 US gal)
10. Start the main motor and swing the machine at slow
speed for approx. 5 minutes. Stop the main motor.
Approx. 15 minutes later, check oil level again and add
oil if necessary. Front Side Device M141-07-044

fNOTE: • Always allow oil to settle before checking the level.

This may require 15 minutes.
• Oil can be refilled from the ground using the
Fast-Filling panel located in the rear of the base
machine. Refer to page 1-38 for the Fast-Filling
panel operation.

Clean Air Breather --- every 1000 hours

1. Remove air breather caps (6) and clean the elements.

MKBA-07-014
6 2
Rear Side Device

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Travel Reduction Gear

1
d WARNING: Keep body and face away from oil level
check plug (air release plug) (1). Gear oil may be hot
just after operation. Wait for gear oil to cool and
then gradually loosen oil level check plug (air release
plug) (1) to release pressure.

Check Oil Level --- every 250 hours

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.

M117-07-011
2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key
switch.
2
4. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
5. After gear oil has cooled, slowly loosen oil level check
plug (air release plug) (1) to release pressure. 2
6. Remove oil level check plug (1). Oil must be up to the
bottom of hole.
7. If necessary, after oil supply plugs (2) have been
removed, add oil until oil flows out of the oil level check
plug hole. Be sure to use only recommended oil. (See
Recommended Gear Oil Chart.) M117-07-012
8. Wrap oil level check plug (1) threads with sealing-type
tape. Install oil level check plug (1).
Tighten plug (1) to 70 N·m (7.0 kgf·m, 51 lbf·ft).
9. Wrap oil supply plugs (2) threads with sealing-type tape.
Install oil supply plugs (2). Tighten oil supply plugs (2) to
200 N·m (20 kgf·m, 145 lbf·ft).
10. Check the gear oil level in the other travel reduction
gear.

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Change Gear Oil --- every 2000 hours
(first time after 500 hours)
1

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.

2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key 3
switch.
4. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
5. After gear oil has cooled, slowly loosen oil level check
plug (air release plug) (1) to release pressure. M117-07-011
6. Prepare 2 containers of 137 liters (36.2 US gal) or more
capacity for the drain oil.
7. Remove drain plug (3) to drain oil.
2
8. Check if foreign materials like metal particles are
included in the drain oil by filtering it with a clean cloth.
9. Clean drain plug (3). Wrap the threads of drain plug (3) 2
with sealing- type tape. Install drain plug (3).
Tighten plug (3) to 70 N·m (7.0 kgf·m, 51 lbf·ft).
10. Remove oil level check plug (1).
11. After removing oil supply plugs (2), add oil until oil flows
out of the oil level check plug hole. Be sure to use only
recommended oil. (See Recommended Gear Oil Chart.)
M117-07-012
Oil capacity: 137 liters (36.2 US gal)
3
12. Clean oil level check plug (1). Wrap the threads of oil
level check plug (1) with sealing-type tape. Reinstall oil
level check plug (1) and tighten it to 70 N·m (7.0 kgf·m,
51 lbf·ft).
13. Clean oil supply plugs (2). Wrap the threads of oil supply
plugs (2) with sealing-type tape. Reinstall oil supply
plugs (2) and tighten them to 200 N·m (20 kgf·m, 145
lbf·ft).
14. Repeat steps 5 to 13 for the other travel reduction gear.
15. Start the main motor and drive the machine for approx. 5
minutes. Stop the main motor. Approx. 15 minutes later,
check oil level again and add oil if necessary.

fNOTE: • Always allow oil to settle before checking the level.

This may require 15 minutes.

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C. Hydraulic System
Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 2000 2500 4000 12000
1. Check Hydraulic Oil Level 1
2. Drain Hydraulic Oil Tank Sump 1
3. Replace Full-Flow Filter and Drain Filter
4 
Element
4. Replace Bypass Filter Element 1 
5. Replace Pilot Oil Filter 1 
6. Change Hydraulic Oil 3170 L
  
(838 US gal)
7. Replace Suction Filter 3 When changing hydraulic oil
8. Replace High-Pressure Filter Element 6
9. Replace Tank Air Breather Element 2
10. Clean Oil Cooler Core 2
Check Hoses and Lines
-
(for leak, loose)
11.
Check Hoses and Lines
-
(for crack, bend, etc.)

fNOTE:  Hydraulic oil changing interval differs according to the kind of hydraulic oil used. See recommended oil chart.
 First time only.

MKBB-01-001

Brand Names of Recommended Hydraulic Oil

Kind of Lubricant Hydraulic Oil
Where to be applied Hydraulic System
Change Interval 4000 hours 2500 hours 2000 hours
Environmental
–20 to 50 °C –10 to 50 °C –20 to 50 °C –10 to 50 °C –20 to 50 °C –10 to 50 °C
Temp.
(–4 to 122 °F) (14 to 122 °F) (–4 to 122 °F) (14 to 122 °F) (–4 to 122 °F) (14 to 122 °F)
Manufacturer
Hitachi Super EX 46HN
Idemitsu Kosan Super Hydro 46 WRHU
British Petroleum Bartran HV46
Caltex Oil Rando Oil HD46
Texaco INC. Rando Oil HD46
Chevron U.S.A INC. Chevron AW46
Exxon Mobil NUTO H46
DTE 25
Remarks Anti-wear type hydraulic oil

fNOTE: Use proper hydraulic oil in accordance with the atmospheric temperature.
The machine shipped from the factory is filled with oil marked .

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Inspection and Maintenance of Hydraulic

Equipment

d WARNING: During operation the parts of the

hydraulic system become very hot.
Allow the machine to cool down before beginning
inspection or maintenance.

1. Be sure that the machine is parked on a level, firm

surface before servicing hydraulic equipment.
2. Lower the bucket to the ground and stop the main
motor.
3. Begin servicing hydraulic components only after
components, hydraulic oil and lubricants are completely
cooled, and after releasing residual pressure.
3.1 Bleed air from the hydraulic oil tank to release internal
pressure.
3.2 Allow the machine to cool down.
Note that servicing heated and pressurized hydraulic
components may cause hot parts and/or oil to fly off or
escape suddenly, possibly resulting in personal injury.
3.3 Keep body parts and face away from plugs or screws
when removing them.
Hydraulic components may be pressurized even when
cooled.
3.4 Never attempt to service or inspect the travel and
swing motor circuits on slopes. They are highly
pressurized due to self-weight.
4. When connecting hydraulic hoses and pipes, take special
care to keep seal surfaces free from dirt and to avoid
damaging them. Keep these precautions in mind:
4.1 Wash hoses, pipes, and the tank interior with a washing
liquid and thoroughly wipe it out before reconnecting
them.
4.2 Only use O-rings that are free of damage or defects. Be
careful not to damage them during reassembly.
4.3 Do not allow high pressure hoses to twist when
connecting them. The life of twisted hoses will be
shortened considerably.

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IMPORTANT: Check oil leak from low pressure seal joints A couple of threads left unwrapped
daily and tighten bolts or nuts every 250
hours.
4.4 When connecting screw type joints, apply seal tape to
the threads of male screw. Be sure to leave a couple of
threads at the male screw top unwrapped, as shown.
Do not overwrap. Apply seal tape around threads as
shown, so that the tape does not loosen when the
female screw is tightened. Direction of
Tape Winding
4.5 Carefully tighten bolts for flexible master coupling to
following torque specifications. Do not overtighten. M114-07-041

Width Across Flat

10 13 17
(mm)
N·m 5 to 7 11 to 13 21 to 23
Fastening
(kgf·m) (0.5 to 0.7) (1.1 to 1.3) (2.1 to 2.3)
Torque
(lbf·ft) (3.7 to 5.2) (8.1 to 9.6) (15 to 17)

4.6 Carefully tighten low pressure hose clamps to

following torque specifications. Do not overtighten.
T Bolt Clamp: 4.5 N·m (0.45 kgf·m, 3.3 lbf·ft) M1G6-07-008
Jubilee Clamp: 6 to 7 N·m
(0.6 to 0.7 kgf·m, 4.3 to 5.1 lbf·ft)
4.7 Carefully tighten nut for bundy pipe to following
torque specifications on the right side. Do not
overtighten.
5. When adding hydraulic oil, always use the same brand of
oil; do not mix brands of oil. As the machine is filled with
Super EX 46HN when it is shipped from the factory, use
it as a general rule. When selecting to use another brand
of oil listed in the table “Brand names of recommended
hydraulic oil”, be sure to completely change the oil in the
system. T Bolt Clamp Jubilee Clamp

6. Do not use hydraulic oils other than those listed in the

M114-07-042 M114-07-043
table “Brand names of recommended hydraulic oil”.
7. Only 50 to 60 % of the total hydraulic circuit oil on a large Bundy Pipe
size excavator can be changed at a time. Accordingly, Pipe Dia. (A) Φ8 Φ10
conduct minimum flushing twice. Width Across Flat (B) (mm) 17 19
8. In case the machine is used for dredging operations, N·m 35 50
change the hydraulic oil at a 2000 hour interval Fastening Torque (kgf·m) (3.5) (5.0)
regardless of the oil brand used. (lbf·ft) (26) (36)
9. If any other hydraulic oil (having a different change
interval) is unavoidably used, change the oil in
accordance with the individual change interval standard.
10. Never run the main motor without oil in the hydraulic oil
tank.

M117-07-149

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Check Hydraulic Oil Level
--- daily

d WARNING: The hydraulic oil tank is pressurized.

Keep body and face away from caps (3). Turn caps (3)
slowly and remove caps (3) only after releasing the
internal pressure completely. M142-07-093

IMPORTANT: Never run the main motor without oil in

hydraulic oil tank.

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.

2. Position the machine with the front attachment M117-07-127
positioned as illustrated on the right.
3. Lower the bucket to the ground as illustrated.
4. Run the main motor without load for 5 minutes.
5. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key
switch. 1

6. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.

7. Check oil level gauge (1) on hydraulic oil tank. Oil must
be between marks on gauge (1). If necessary, add oil.
To add oil:

8. Insert the wrench as shown and turn the wrench

clockwise and hold the wrench.
MKBA-07-015
9. Turn caps (3) counterclockwise about 30°, at which point 3 2 3
stop caps (3) to release the air.
10. Turn caps (3) further and remove caps (3).
11. Align the projected part of caps (3) with the projected
part of the case and install caps (3).
12. Remove cover (2).
13. Add oil. Recheck oil level gauge (1).
14. Install cover (2).
MKBA-07-016
fNOTE: • Always allow oil to settle before checking the level.
This may require 15 minutes. Cap (3)

• Hydraulic oil can be refilled from the ground using

the fast-filling panel located in the rear of the base
machine. Refer to page 1-38 for the Fast-Filling
panel operation. Arrow
Projection

Case Assembly

Projection

Side Hole

Wrench 4 mm
M110-07-022

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Drain Hydraulic Oil Tank Sump
--- every 250 hours

d • WARNING:
The hydraulic oil tank is pressurized. Keep body
and face away from caps (1). Turn caps (1) slowly
and remove caps (1) only after releasing the
internal pressure completely. M142-07-092
• Do not loosen drain plug (3) until oil is cool.
Hydraulic oil may be hot just after operation,
potentially causing serious injury.

IMPORTANT: Never run the main motor without oil in

hydraulic oil tank.
M117-07-126
1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface with the
upperstructure rotated 90° for easier access. 1
2. Lower the bucket to the ground as illustrated.
3. Run the main motor without load for 5 minutes.
4. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key
switch.
5. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
6. Insert the wrench as shown and turn the wrench
clockwise and hold the wrench.
7. Turn caps (1) counterclockwise about 30°, at which point
stop caps (1) to release the air. MKBA-07-016

8. Turn caps (1) further and remove caps (1). Cap (1)

9. Align the projected part of caps (1) with the projected

part of the case and install caps (1).
10. After oil is cool, remove drain plug (3) and open drain
Arrow
cock (2) to drain water and sediment.
Projection
11. After draining water and sediment, close drain cock (2)
securely and reinstall drain plug (3). Case Assembly

Projection

Side Hole

Wrench 4 mm M110-07-022

M117-07-050

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Replace Full-Flow Filter and Drain Filter Element
--- every 1000 hours
(first time after 50 hours)

d • WARNING
Hydraulic oil and components may be hot just after
operation. Be sure to allow oil and components to
cool before starting work. M142-07-093

• The hydraulic oil tank is pressurized. Keep body

and face away from caps (1). Turn caps (1) slowly
and remove caps (1) only after releasing the
internal pressure completely.

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.

2. Lower the bucket to the ground as illustrated. M117-07-127

3. Run the main motor without load for 5 minutes. Full-Flow Filter

4. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key
switch.
5. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
6. Insert the wrench as shown and turn the wrench
clockwise and hold the wrench.
7. Turn caps (1) counterclockwise about 30°, at which point
stop caps (1) to release the air.
8. Turn caps (1) further and remove caps (1).
9. Align the projected part of caps (1) with the projected
part of the case and install caps (1). 1 MKBA-07-016
Drain Filter

Cap (1)

Arrow
Projection

Case Assembly

Projection

Side Hole

Wrench 4 mm M110-07-022

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fNOTE: There is spring tension under cover (2). Hold down

2 3
cover (2) when removing last two bolts (3).

10. Remove bolts (3).

4
Hold down filter cover (2) against light spring load when
removing last two bolts (3). Remove filter cover (2) and 5
O-ring (4).
6
11. Remove spring (5), valve (6), and element (7).
IMPORTANT: Remove element (7) and inspect for
metal particles and debris in the bottom 7
of the filter housing. Excessive amounts
of brass and steel particles can indicate
a failed hydraulic pump, motor, valve or
an impending failure. A rubber type of
material can indicate cylinder packing
failure.
12. Discard element (7) and O-ring (4).
13. Install a new element (7), valve (6) and spring (5).
14. Install filter cover (2) with a new O-ring (4).
15. Install and tighten bolts (3) to 50 N·m (5.0 kgf·m, 36
lbf·ft).
M111-07-040
16. Repeat steps 10 to 15 for the other filters.

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Replace Bypass Filter Element
--- every 500 hours
(first time after 50 hours)

d • WARNING:
Hydraulic oil and components may be hot just after
operation. Be sure to allow oil and components to
cool before starting work. M142-07-093
• The hydraulic oil tank is pressurized. Keep body
and face away from caps (1). Turn caps (1) slowly
and remove caps (1) only after releasing the
internal pressure completely.

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.

2. Lower the bucket to the ground as illustrated. M117-07-127
3. Run the main motor without load for 5 minutes. 1
4. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key
switch.
5. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
6. Insert the wrench as shown and turn the wrench
clockwise and hold the wrench.
7. Turn caps (1) counterclockwise about 30°, at which point
stop caps (1) to release the air.
8. Turn caps (1) further and remove caps (1).
9. Align the projected part of caps (1) with the projected
part of the case and install caps (1). MKBA-07-016
Bypass Filter

Cap (1)

Arrow
Projection

Case Assembly

Projection

Side Hole

Wrench 4 mm M110-07-022

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10. Loosen bolts (2) and remove cover (3).
2 3
11. Remove filter element (5) and O-ring (4) from the filter
housing.
IMPORTANT: Remove element (5) and inspect for metal
particles and debris on element (5) and in
bottom of filter housing. Excessive amounts
of brass and steel particles can indicate
a failed hydraulic pump, motor valve or 4
failure in process. A rubber type of material
can indicate cylinder packing failure.
12. Inspect filter element (5) and the filter housing for metal
particles and debris.
13. Discard O-ring (4) and element (5).
14. Install new element (5) into the filter housing.
15. Install filter cover (3) with new O-ring (4).
16. Install and tighten bolts (2) to 90 N·m (9.0 kgf·m, 65
5
lbf·ft).

M114-07-051

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Replace Pilot Oil Filter
--- every 1000 hours
(first time after 50 hours)

d • WARNING:
Hydraulic oil and components may be hot just after
operation. Be sure to allow oil and components to
cool before starting work. M142-07-093

• The hydraulic oil tank is pressurized. Keep body

and face away from caps (1). Turn caps (1) slowly
and remove caps (1) only after releasing the
internal pressure completely.

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface.

2. Lower the bucket to the ground as illustrated. M117-07-127

3. Run the main motor without load for 5 minutes.

4. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key
switch.
5. Operate the right and left control levers to release
pressure from the pilot accumulator.
6. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
7. Insert the wrench as shown and turn the wrench
clockwise and hold the wrench.
8. Turn caps (1) counterclockwise about 30°, at which point
stop caps (1) to release the air. MKBA-07-016
1
9. Turn caps (1) further and remove caps (1).
10. Align the projected part of caps (1) with the projected Cap (1)
part of the case and install caps (1).

Arrow
Projection

Case Assembly

Projection

Side Hole

Wrench 4 mm M110-07-022

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11. Prepare a small container for the drain oil.
12. Remove drain plug (2) to drain the hydraulic oil.
Wrench size: 14 mm
13. Loosen hexagon nut (3) of filter (4) by wrench, rotate
filter (4) counterclockwise 2 turns by hand to drain the
hydraulic oil.
4
14. After draining oil, remove filter (4) by hand, then discard
it.
IMPORTANT: Take care not to allow foreign matter such
as dust, water, or sand to enter filter (4)
when replacing new one.
Clean the thread contact area on filter head
(5).
15. Apply a light even coat of hydraulic oil to O-ring (6)
sealing surface prior to installing new filter (4).
16. Position new filter (4) to filter head (5). Rotate filter (4) MKBA-07-017
clockwise by hand until the seal touches filter head (5).
Tighten hexagon nut (3) of filter (4) by torque wrench.
5
Wrench size: 19 mm
Tightening Torque: 25±5 N·m (2.5±0.5 kgf·m, 18 ±4 lbf·ft).
17. After starting the main motor, check for any leakage at 6
filter (4).

3
2

MKCA-07-011

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Change Hydraulic Oil
--- every 4000 hours, 2500 hours or 2000 hours
Replace Suction Filter
--- when changing hydraulic oil

d • WARNING:
Hydraulic oil may be hot just after operation. Wait
M142-07-092
for oil to cool before starting work.
• The hydraulic oil tank is pressurized. Keep body
and face away from caps (2). Turn caps (2) slowly
and remove caps (2) only after releasing the
internal pressure completely.
• Sufficiently ventilate before entering the hydraulic
oil tank after draining hydraulic oil.
M117-07-126
1
IMPORTANT: Hydraulic oil changing intervals differ
according to kind of hydraulic oils used.
(See Recommended Oil Chart in this group)

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface with the

upperstructure rotated 90° for easier access.
2. Position the machine with the arm cylinder fully
retracted and the bucket cylinder fully extended.
3. Lower the bucket to the ground as illustrated.
4. Run the main motor without load for 5 minutes.
5. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key MKBA-07-016
2
switch.
6. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position. Cap (2)
7. Clean the top of the hydraulic oil tank to keep dirt out of
the hydraulic system.
8. Insert the wrench as shown and turn the wrench
clockwise and hold the wrench. Arrow
Projection
9. Turn caps (2) counterclockwise about 30°, at which point
stop caps (2) to release the air.
Case Assembly
10. Turn caps (2) further and remove caps (2).
11. Align the projected part of caps (2) with the projected
Projection
part of the case and install caps (2).
12. Remove cover (1).
Side Hole
13. Drain oil using a suction pump.
Wrench 4 mm M110-07-022
The hydraulic oil tank capacity, up to specified oil level, is
approximately 3170 liters (838 US gal).

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IMPORTANT: Take care not to allow foreign matter
such as dust, water, or sand to enter the
hydraulic oil tank when changing the
hydraulic oil. 3

14. Remove drain plug (4) and loosen drain valve (3).
Allow oil to drain.
15. Tighten drain valve (3).
16. Clean, install and tighten drain plug (4).
17. After draining oil, remove cover (5) to remove rod 4 MKBB-07-017
assemblies (6).
18. Clean the inside of the hydraulic oil tank and install new 5
rod assemblies (6).
19. Before installing, check dimensions of rod assemblies
(6) by referring the figure below. Securely reinstall rod
assemblies (6) into pipes (7).
20. Replace the O-ring with new one and check that it is
correctly installed before reinstalling cover (5). Secure
cover (5) with bolts.
21. Add oil via cover (1) hole until it is between the marks on
the sight gauge of hydraulic oil tank. M18L-07-022

22. Install cover (1). Tighten the bolts to 50 N·m (5.0 kgf·m,
36 lbf·ft).

7 MKBA-07-018

340 mm (13.4 in)

25 mm (0.98 in)

Rod Assembly M146-07-013

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Bleed Air from Hydraulic System

IMPORTANT: If the hydraulic pump is not filled with oil,

it will be damaged when the main motor is
started.
8
23. Loosen connectors (8) of the 6 pumps to release trapped
air. Retighten connectors (8) when air stops and oil flows
from connectors (8).
24. Loosen pipe connector (9) on the outlet line of fan drive
pump to release trapped air. Retighten pipe connector
(9) when air stops and oil flows from pipe connector (9).
25. Start the main motor and run it.
26. Purge air from the hydraulic system by running the 8 M18L-07-023
main motor and operating the control levers slowly and
smoothly for 15 minutes.
27. Position the machine as illustrated in the oil level
checking procedure.
28. Lower the bucket to the ground.
29. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key
switch. 9

30. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
31. Check the hydraulic oil tank gauge. Add oil if necessary.

fNOTE: • Always allow oil to settle before checking the level. M117-07-163
This may require 15 minutes.
• Oil can be refilled from the ground using the
Fast-Filling panel located in the rear of the base
machine. Refer to page 1-38 for the Fast-Filling
panel operation.

M142-07-092

M117-07-126

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1
Replace High-Pressure Filter Element
--- every 12000 hours
The machine is equipped with 6 high-pressure filters.
Replace all of them at the same time.

d • WARNING:
Hydraulic oil and components may be hot just after
operation. Be sure to allow oil and components to
cool before starting work. MKBA-07-016

• The hydraulic oil tank is pressurized. Keep body Cap (1)

and face away from caps (1). Turn caps (1) slowly
and remove caps (1) only after releasing the
internal pressure completely.
Arrow
1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface. Projection

2. Lower the bucket to the ground. Case Assembly

3. Run the main motor without load for 5 minutes.
Projection
4. Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key
switch.
5. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position. Side Hole

6. Insert the wrench as shown and turn the wrench Wrench 4 mm M110-07-022
clockwise and hold the wrench.
7. Turn caps (1) counter-clockwise about 30°, at which
point stop caps (1) to release the air.
8. Turn caps (1) further and remove caps (1).
9. Align the projected part of caps (1) with the projected
part of the case and install caps (1).
10. Remove bolts (2), cover (3), O-rings ((4) and (5)) and filter
element (6) from housing (7).
11. Discard O-rings ((4) and (5)) and filter element (6).
12. Install new filter element (6) into housing (7) with the
rubber seal down and the welding bead line on filter MKBA-07-019 MKBA-07-028
element (6) away from the housing inlet.
13. Install cover (3) with new O-rings ((4) and (5)). 2
14. Install and tighten bolts (2) to 270 N·m (27 kgf·m, 195 3
lbf·ft).
15. Repeat steps 10 to 14 for the other filters. 4
5

6 Welding Bead
Line Side

Rubber Seal

Inlet

M114-07-062

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Replace Tank Air Breather Element
--- every 4000 hours

d WARNING:
• Hydraulic oil may be hot just after operation. Wait
Cap (1)

for oil to cool before starting work.

• The hydraulic oil tank is pressurized. Keep body
and face away from cap (1). Turn cap (1) slowly and
remove cap (1) only after releasing the internal Arrow
pressure completely. Projection

1. Place your machine at the maintenance position when

Case Assembly (2)
checking hydraulic oil level and stop the machine.
2. After hydraulic oil is cool, release the internal pressure
completely in the hydraulic oil tank. Projection

3. Insert the wrench as shown and turn the wrench

clockwise and hold the wrench. Side Hole

4. Turn cap (1) counterclockwise about 30°, at which point Wrench 4 mm

stop cap (1) to release the air. M110-07-022

5. Turn cap (1) further and remove cap (1).

6. Loosen hexagon socket bolt (3) at the top of cap (1) and (3)
remove element (4).
7. After installing new element (4), align the interior salient (5)
region of cover (5) with the upper concave region of
bayonet (6) and tighten them with hexagon socket bolt
(3).
Tightening Torque: 7 to 9 N·m (0.7 to 0.9 kgf·m, 5 to 7
lbf·ft). (4)

8. Align the projected part of cap (1) with the projected

part of case (2) and install cap (1). O-ring

IMPORTANT: Take care not to allow foreign matter such

as water or dust to enter between cap (1)
and case (2) (supply and exhaust air outlet). Deformed heptagon
concave region
9. Repeat steps 3 to 8 for another air breather element (4).
10. Replace element (4) regularly in order to maintain clean (6)
hydraulic oil, and, as a result, to lengthen the lifetime of
the hydraulic equipment.
M18J-07-040

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Clean Oil Cooler Core
--- every 500 hours

d WARNING: Always wear safety glasses or goggles

when using compressed air (Less than 0.2 MPa, 2
kgf/cm2, 28 psi) to clean oil cooler cores.

IMPORTANT: High-pressure air or water can damage fins.

When cleaning the oil cooler cores with
high-pressure air or water, keep the nozzle
200 mm (8 in) or more away from the core
face in order not to cause any damage.

Remove cover in front of the oil cooler. Clean oil cooler cores
with compressed air (Less than 0.2 MPa, 2 kgf/cm2, 28 psi) or
water.
MKBB-07-018

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Check Hoses and Lines
--- daily
--- every 250 hours

d WARNING: Escaping fluid under pressure can

penetrate the skin causing serious injury.
To avoid this hazard, search for leaks with a piece of
cardboard.
Take care to protect hands and body from high-
pressure fluids.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor familiar with this
type of injury immediately.
Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours or gangrene may result.
SA-031

d WARNING: Hydraulic oil and lubricant leaks can lead

to fire that may result in serious injury.
• ToPark
avoid this hazard :
the machine on a firm, level surface.
Lower the bucket to the ground.
Stop the main motor. Remove the key from the key
switch. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the
LOCK position.
• Check for missing or loose clamps, kinked
hoses, lines or hoses that rub against each other,
damaged oil cooler, and loose oil cooler flange
bolts, for leaks.
Check hoses, lines and oil cooler at the check SA-292
points indicated below for leaks and other damage
that may result in future leaks.
If any abnormalities are found, replace or retighten
them, as shown in Tables 1-3.
• Tighten, repair or replace any missing, loose or
damaged clamps, hoses, lines, oil cooler, and loose
oil cooler flange bolts.
Do not bend or strike high-pressure lines.
Never install bent or damaged hoses or lines.
SA-044

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Table 1. Hoses 3 2
Interval (hours) Check Points Abnormalities Remedies 1
Daily Hose covers Leak (1) Replace
2
Hose ends Leak (2) Replace
Fittings Leak (3) Retighten or replace 3
Every 250 hours Hose covers Crack (4) Replace
Hose ends Crack (5) Replace
M115-07-145

4
Hose covers Exposed reinforcement Replace
5
(6)
Hose covers Blister (7) Replace

M115-07-146

7
Hose Bend (8) Replace 6

Hose Collapse (9) Replace M115-07-147

(Use proper bend
radius) 8

Hose ends and Deformation or Replace

fittings Corrosion (10)

fNOTE: Refer to the illustrations in Fig. 1 for each check point location or for a description of
M115-07-148

the abnormality. Use genuine Hitachi parts. 9

10
M115-07-149

Fig. 1

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Table 2. Lines
Interval (hours) Check Points Abnormalities Remedies
Daily Contact surfaces of Leak (11) Replace O-ring and/or 11
flange joints retighten bolts 13 12
Welded surfaces on Leak (12) Replace
joints
Clamps Loose Retighten
Every 250 hours Welded surfaces Crack (13) Replace
M115-07-150
on joints
Clamps Missing Replace Fig. 2
Deformation Replace

fNOTE: Refer to the illustrations in Fig. 2 for each check point location or for a description of
the abnormality. Use genuine Hitachi parts.

Table 3. Oil cooler

Interval (hours) Check Points Abnormalities Remedies 14 15
Every 250 hours Contact surfaces of Leak (14) Replace O-ring and/or
flange joints retighten bolts

Oil cooler Leak (15) Replace

fNOTE: Refer to the illustrations in Fig. 3 for each check point location.

14
M115-07-151

Fig. 3

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Service Recommendations for Hydraulic Fittings
3 type of hydraulic fittings are used in this machine.

Flange Type
Hose connector (3) with O-ring (2) installed on the end face
is secured with split flanges (4) (2 pieces used).

Precautions for Application 5

1. When reinstalling, be sure to replace O-ring (2) with new
one.
2. Check that O-ring (2) is correctly installed in O-ring
groove (6) first. Then, connect hose (3) to mating part (1)
using split flanges (4) (2 pieces used) and socket bolts
(5) (4 pieces used). If socket bolts (5) are tightened with
O-ring (2) dislocated, damage to O-ring (2) may result, 6
causing oil to leak. 4
3. When installing hose (3), take care not to damage O-
ring groove (6) and sealing face (7) of mating part (1). If
damaged, damage to O-ring (2) may result, causing oil to
leak.
7
4. If oil leaks due to looseness of socket bolts (5), do not 3
retighten as it is. Replace O-ring (2) with new one, check
that O-ring (2) is correctly installed in O-ring groove (6).
Then retighten socket bolts (5). 2

Tightening Torque:
Tighten socket bolts (5) according to the torque 1
specifications shown in the table below.
M142-07-100

±10 %
Hexagon Bolt Socket Bolt Tightening torque
Bolt Dia.
Wrench Size (mm) Wrench Size (mm) N·m kgf·m lbf·ft
M12 19 10 90 9.0 66
M14 - 12 140 14 103
M16 - 14 210 21 155
M20 - 17 400 40 295

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Flat Face O-ring Seal Fitting (ORS Fitting)
An O-ring (1) is used on sealing surfaces (6) to prevent oil
leakage.
1. Inspect fitting sealing surfaces (6). They must be free of 2 6 1 4 5
dirt or defects.
2. Replace O-ring (1) with a new one when assembling
fitting (2).
3. Lubricate O-ring (1) and install it into groove (3) using
petroleum jelly to hold it in place.
6
4. Tighten fitting (2) by hand, pressing the fitting joint
M104-07-033
together to ensure O-ring (1) remains in place and is not
3
damaged.
5. Tighten fitting (2) or nut (4) to the torque values shown.
Do not allow hose (5) to twist when tightening fitting (2).
6. Check for leaks. If oil leaks from a loose connection, do
not tighten fitting (2). Open the connection, replace
O-ring (1) and check for correct O-ring position before
tightening the connection.
IMPORTANT: Make sure fitting (2) and nut (4) are clean
before installing. Apply lubricant to fitting
(2) and nut (4) threads to stabilize their
friction coefficient.

Torque Specifications ±10 %

Width Fastening torque
across
Hose Size Screw Size
flats N·m kgf·m lbf·ft
(mm)
06(1/4) 9/16-18UNF 19 30 (3.0) (22)
09(3/8) 11/16-16UN 22 70 (7.0) (52)
12(1/2) 13/16-16UN 27 95 (9.5) (70)
15(5/8) 1-3/16-12UN 36 180 (18) (130)
19(3/4) 1-3/16-12UN 36 180 (18) (130)
25(1) 1-7/16-12UN 41 210 (21) (155)
32(1-1/4) 1-11/16-12UN 50 350 (35) (260)

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Metal Face Seal Fittings
Fittings (7) are used on smaller hoses and consist of a metal
flare (10) and a metal flare seat (9).
1. Inspect flare (10) and flare seat (9). They must be free of
dirt or obvious defects.
IMPORTANT: Defects in the tube flare cannot be
repaired. Over tightening a defective flare
fitting (7) will not stop a leak.
2. Tighten fitting (7) by hand.
3. Tighten fitting (7) or nut (8) to the torque values shown.
Do not allow hose (5) to twist when tightening fitting (7).
IMPORTANT: Make sure fitting (7) and nut (8) are clean
before installing. Apply lubricant to fitting 7 9 8 10 5
(7) and nut (8) threads to stabilize their
friction coefficient.

Type A Torque Specifications ±10 %

Width Fastening torque
Hose Size Screw Size across
flats (mm) N·m kgf·m lbf·ft Type A M202-07-051

17 25 (2.5) (18)

06(1/4) 7/16-20UNF
19 30 (3.0) (22)
19 30 (3.0) (22)
09(3/8) 9/16-18UNF
22 40 (4.0) (30)
12(1/2) 3/4-16UNF 27 80 (8.0) (60)
15(5/8) 1-1/16-12UN 36 180 (18) (130)
19(3/4) 1-1/16-12UN 36 180 (18) (130)
25(1) 1-5/16-12UN 41 210 (21) (155)
32(1-1/4) 1-5/8-12UN 50 350 (35) (260) 7 9 8 10 5

Apply to under 7.0 MPa (70 kg/cm2) rated pressure hose.

Type B Torque Specifications ±10 %

Width Fastening torque
Hose Size Screw Size across
flats (mm) N·m kgf·m lbf·ft Type B M8R7-07-081

06(1/4) G 1/4 19 30 (3.0) (22)

09(3/8) G 3/8 22 40 (4.0) (30)
12(1/2) G 1/2 27 80 (8.0) (60)
15(5/8) G 3/4 36 180 (18) (130)
19(3/4) G 3/4 36 180 (18) (130)
25(1) G1 41 210 (21) (155)
32(1-1/4) G 1-1/4 50 350 (35) (260)
38(1-1/2) G 1-1/2 60 (55) 450 (45) (330)

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D. Air Conditioner

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
Cleaning 3 As required
1. Recirculation Air Filter
Replacement 3 Replace per 4 cleaning
Cleaning 3 As required
2. Ventilation Air Filter
Replacement 3 Replace per 4 cleaning
3. Check Refrigerant Quantity 3
4. Check Compressor Belt Tension 3
5. Clean Condenser Core 3
6. Check Tightening Torque -
7. Seasonal Maintenance - Preseason (once a year), Off-season (once a week)

Recirculation Air Filter

d WARNING: Always wear safety glasses or goggles

when using compressed air (Less than 0.2 MPa, 2
kgf/cm2, 28 psi) to clean filters (2).

IMPORTANT: Plugged recirculation air filters (2)

will reduce cooling capacity of the air
conditioner. Be sure to clean them
periodically.

Cleaning --- as required

1. Recirculation air filters (2) (3 pieces) are located in room
1
(1) under the cab. Open cover (3). Remove recirculation
air filters (2).
2. Clean recirculation air filters (2) with compressed air (Less
than 0.2 MPa, 2 kgf/cm2, 28 psi) or a soft brush. MKBB-01-001

Replacement --- replace per 4 cleaning

Replacement interval of recirculation air filters (2) differs
depending on environmental conditions.

If the cooling capacity decreases even after cleaning 2

recirculation air filters (2) due to filter clogging, replace
them earlier than the standard interval.

fNOTE: Same filter elements are used for the air conditioner
recirculation and ventilation air filters.

3
M18G-07-083

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Ventilation Air Filter

d WARNING: Always wear safety glasses or goggles

when using compressed air (Less than 0.2 MPa, 2
kgf/cm2, 28 psi) to clean filters (2).

IMPORTANT: Plugged ventilation air filters (2) will reduce

cooling capacity of the air conditioner. Be
sure to clean them periodically.

Cleaning --- as required

1
1. Ventilation air filters (2) (3 pieces) are located in room (1)
under the cab.
Remove ventilation air filters (2).
MKBB-01-001
2. Clean ventilation air filters (2) with compressed air (Less
than 0.2 MPa, 2 kgf/cm2, 28 psi) or a soft brush.

Replacement --- replace per 4 cleaning

Replacement interval of ventilation air filters (2) differs
depending on environmental conditions. 2

If the cooling capacity decreases after cleaning ventilation

air filters (2), caused by filter plugging, replace them earlier
than the standard interval.

fNOTE: Same filter elements are used for the air conditioner
recirculation and ventilation air filters.

M18G-07-132

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Check Refrigerant Quantity
--- every 250 hours

d WARNING: DO NOT allow liquid refrigerant to contact

eye or skin. Liquid refrigerant will freeze eye or skin
on contact. Be careful not to loosen connections in 1
the air conditioner circuit.

IMPORTANT: • Do not operate the compressor without

refrigerant in the air conditioning circuit,
as doing so may damage them.
• Do not overcharge the system with
refrigerant to avoid dangerous high
pressure and low cooling effect.
MKBB-07-007
Air conditioner liquid tanks (2) (3 pieces) are located in room
(1) under the cab. Insufficient refrigerant quantity lowers
cooling effect of the air conditioner. Check the refrigerant
quantity through sight glass on liquid tanks (2) (3 pieces).

1. Start the main motor and run it.

2. Turn the air conditioner and blower fan speed to the
high speed.
3. Press temperature control switch repeatedly until the air
temperature is maximum cool.
4. Check the refrigerant quantity through sight glass.

2 M146-07-010

Refrigerant
Sight Glass
Quantity

Appropriate Almost clear.

M114-07-090

A steady stream of gas bubbles is seen in the liquid flowing from the
Insufficient
receiver-dryer.
M114-07-091

Scarce No bubbles but misty.

M114-07-092

5. If the refrigerant level is low, consult your authorized

dealer.

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Check Compressor Belt Tension
--- every 250 hours

1. Turn A/C motor switch (1) OFF. 2

2. Remove box-type cover (3), located in front of room (2)
under the cab, to gain access to the compressor belt.
Visually check belt for wear. Replace if necessary.
3. Turn A/C motor switch (1) ON.
4. Start the main motor and run it for 10 minutes. Check
belt tension by depressing the midpoint between the
hydraulic main motor and compressor pulleys with the MKBB-07-007
thumb. Deflection must be 13 to 14 mm (0.5 to 0.6 in) at 1
a depressing force of approximately 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbf ).
5. If tension is not within specifications, turn A/C motor
switch (1) OFF. Loosen the compressor mounting bolts to
adjust belt tension.

MKBB-03-002

M18K-07-022

Belt

M141-07-029

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Clean Condenser Core
--- every 500 hours

d WARNING: Always wear safety glasses or goggles

when using compressed air (Less than 0.2 MPa, 2
kgf/cm2, 28 psi) to clean condenser cores. 1

IMPORTANT: High-pressure air or water can damage fins.

When cleaning the condenser cores with
high-pressure air or water, keep the nozzle
200 mm (8 in) or more away from the core
face in order not to cause any damage.

Remove condenser covers (2) (3 pieces), located in room (1)

under the cab. MKBB-07-007
Use compressed air (Less than 0.2 MPa, 2 kgf/cm2, 28 psi) to
clean the condenser cores (3 pieces).
2

M18K-07-023

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Check Tightening Torque
--- every 250 hours
Check the tightness of compressors (1) mounting bolts,
hose connections and fittings every 250 hours. Tighten to
torque specifications if any are loose.
1

Torque Specifications for Compressor Mounting Bolts:

Wrench Size Fastening Torque
(mm) N·m kgf·m lbf·ft
17 50 5.0 37
Torque Specifications for Motor Mounting Bolts:
Fastening Torque MKBB-07-007
Wrench Size
(mm) N·m kgf·m lbf·ft
17 50 5.0 37

M141-07-029

Compressor

Motor

Compressor

M186-07-004

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Seasonal Maintenance
preseason--- once a year
off-season--- once a week

d WARNING: Do not attempt to loosen connections

in air conditioning circuit when the air conditioner
malfunctions. Doing so may cause high pressure gas
to spout, resulting in serious injury. Consult your
authorized dealer immediately.

Preseason maintenance
IMPORTANT: Prior to the season, consult your authorized
dealer for maintenance of the air
conditioner in order to operate it in good
condition during the season.

This maintenance includes replenishment of refrigerant,

inspection and replacing (if necessary) of recirculation
and ventilation air filters, line connections, pressure
switches and inspection and cleaning of evaporator.

Off-season maintenance
1. Operate the compressor once a week for several minutes
in order to maintain its parts in well lubricated condition.
Be sure to run the main motor and air temperature to
MEDIUM COOL. This operation also prevents refrigerant
leakage caused by a dried up shaft seal.
2. Check for refrigerant leakage. If the refrigerant level is
low during off-season, rust will form inside the circuit.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove compressor belt from the

compressor during off-season.

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E. Electrical System

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 100 250 500 1000 2000
Check Electrolyte Level 2 Every month
1. Battery Check Electrolyte
2 Every month
Specific Gravity
2. Replacing Fuses - As required
3. Check Power Source Terminal - As required
4. Check High Current Fuse - As required
5. Check Electrical Cables and Wire Harnesses -
6. Check Door-Lock Bolts on the Cubicle Box Doors -
7. Check Emergency Main Motor Stop Switch 1

d WARNING: Improper radio communication

equipment and associated parts, and/or improper
installation of radio communication equipment
effects the machine’s electronic parts, causing
involuntary movement of the machine.
Also, improper installation of electrical equipment’s
may cause machine failure and/or a fire on the
machine.
Be sure to consult your authorized dealer when
installing a radio communication equipment or
additional electrical parts, or when replacing
electrical parts.
Never attempt to disassemble or modify the
electrical/electronic components. If replacement or
modification of such components is required, contact
your authorized dealer.
Never allow to wash the electric parts in the machine
by water. Example: harness, control box, and relay
box etc.

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Batteries

d • WARNING:
Battery gas can explode. Keep sparks and flames
away from batteries. Use a flashlight to check the
battery electrolyte level.
• Do not leave cover (1) removed. Do not keep tools,
metals or flammable materials around the battery
or inside the battery room. If a metal tool is placed
across the battery terminal, sparks may be created,
possibly resulting in fire and/or explosion.
• Do not continue to use or charge the battery when
electrolyte level is lower than specified. Explosion
of the battery may result.
• Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is poisonous. It
is strong enough to burn skin, eat holes in clothing, SA-032
and cause blindness if splashed into the eyes.
• Never check the battery charge by placing a
metal object across the posts. Use a voltmeter or
hydrometer.
• Always remove the grounded (-) battery clamp first
and replace it last.

Avoid hazard by:

• Charge batteries in a well-ventilated area.
• Wearing eye protection and rubber gloves.
• Avoiding breathing fumes when electrolyte is
added.
• Avoiding spilling or dripping electrolyte.
• Using proper booster battery starting procedures.

SA-036

Batteries Location MKBB-00-001

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If you spill acid on yourself:
1. Flush your skin with water.
2. Apply baking soda or lime to help neutralize the
acid.
3. If splashed in eyes, flush with water for 10 to 15
minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
If acid is swallowed:
1. Drink large amounts of water or milk.
2. Then drink milk of magnesia, beaten eggs, or
vegetable oil.
3. Get medical attention immediately.

IMPORTANT: • If the battery is used with the electrolyte

level lower than the specified lower level,
the battery may deteriorate quickly.

• Do not refill electrolyte more than the

specified upper level. Electrolyte may spill,
damaging the painted surfaces and/or
corroding other machine parts.

fNOTE: In case electrolyte is refilled more than the specified

upper level line or beyond the bottom end of the
sleeve, remove the excess electrolyte until the
electrolyte level is down to the bottom end of the
sleeve using a pipette. After neutralizing the removed
electrolyte with sodium bicarbonate, flush it with
plenty of water, otherwise, consult the battery
manufacturer.

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Electrolyte Level Check --- every month
Check the electrolyte level at least once a month.

1. Park the machine on level ground and stop the main

Filler Plug
motor.
2. Check the electrolyte level.
2.1 When checking the level from the battery side:
Clean around the level check lines with a wet towel. U.L (Upper Level)
Do not use a dry towel. Static electricity may be L.L (Lower Level)
developed, causing the battery gas to explode. Check M146-07-109
if the electrolyte level is between U.L (Upper Level)
and L.L (Lower Level). In case the electrolyte level Filler Port
is lower than the middle level between the U.L and
L.L, immediately refill distilled water or commercial Sleeve
battery fluid. Be sure to refill with distilled water before Upper Level
recharging (operating the machine). After refilling, Lower Level
securely tighten the filler plug. Separator Top
M146-07-110
2.2 When impossible to check the level from the battery
side or no level check mark is indicated on the side: Proper
After removing the filler plug from the top of the Since the electrolyte surface touches the bottom end of
battery. Check the electrolyte level by viewing through the sleeve, the electrolyte surface is raised due to surface
the filler port. It is difficult to judge the accurate tension so that the electrode ends are seen curved.
electrolyte level in this case. Therefore, when the M146-07-111
electrolyte level is flush with the U.L, the level is judged
to be proper. Then, referring to the right illustrations, Lower
check the level. When the electrolyte level is lower than When the electrolyte surface is lower than the bottom end
of the sleeve, the electrode ends are seen straight.
the bottom end of the sleeve, refill with distilled water
or commercial battery fluid up to the bottom end of
M146-07-112
the sleeve. Be sure to refill with distilled water before
recharging (operating the machine). After refilling,
securely tighten the filler plug.
2.3 When an indicator is available to check the level, follow
its check result.
3. Always keep around the battery terminals clean to
prevent battery discharge. Check terminals for loose
and/or rust. Coat terminals with grease or petroleum
jelly to prevent corrosion build up.

M409-07-072

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Check electrolyte specific gravity --- every month

d WARNING: Never check the battery charge by placing

a metal object across the posts. Use a voltmeter or
hydrometer.
Always remove the grounded (-) battery clamp first
and replace it last.

IMPORTANT: Check the specific gravity of the electrolyte

after it is cooled, not just after operation.

Check the electrolyte specific gravity in each battery cell.

The lowest limit of the specific gravity for the electrolyte
varies depending on electrolyte temperature. The specific
gravity should be kept within the range shown below.
Charge the battery if the specific gravity is below the limit.

Recommended range of specific gravity by electrolyte temperature

104 °F 40 °C

68 °F 20 °C
Working range

Fluid temp. 32 °F 0 °C

-4 °F -20 °C

-40 °F -40 °C
1.21 1.22 1.23 1.24 1.25 1.26 1.27 1.28 1.29 1.30 1.31 1.32

Specific gravity of battery fluid

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Replace Batteries
Your machine has two 12-volts batteries with negative (-)
ground.
If 1 of 2 batteries in a 24-volt system has failed but the other is
still good, replace all the batteries together with new ones of
the same type. For example, replace a failed maintenance-free
battery with a new maintenance-free battery. Different types
of batteries may have different rates of charge. This difference
could overload one of the batteries and cause it to fail.

d CAUTION: Do not replace the battery in human

strength. Use the crane to replace safely.

Battery Disconnect Switch

This machine is equipped with a battery disconnect switch
(1) located outside of main motor unit compartment on the MKBB-07-008
right side. The battery ground circuit can be disconnected by
pulling battery disconnect switch (1) down before replacing
the battery, checking the electrical system, or performing
welding work on the machine.

1
IMPORTANT: When battery disconnect switch (1) or
power switch (2) is shut off just after the
key switch is turned OFF, controllers may be
damaged. When battery disconnect switch
(1) or power switch (2) is shut off, wait for
5 minutes or more after the key switch is
turned OFF. Then pull battery disconnect
switch (1) down to shut off or turn power
switch (2) for the DC 24 V OFF. M146-07-062

MKBB-03-002

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Replacing Fuses
--- as required
If any electrical component fails, first check the fuses in
the fuse box, located in room (A) under the cab. Remove
fuse box cover and confirm that the fuses shown below are
provided. A

IMPORTANT: Install fuse with correct amperage rating

to prevent electrical system damage from
overload.

MKBB-07-007

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
T18G-05-07-001

21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

M18U-07-010

31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
T18G-05-07-001
1- MC MAIN POWER 5A 11- OPT. C/U MAIN POWER 10A 21- WASHER MOTOR RELAY 5A 31- A/C MAIN POWER (FRONT)
2- DELAYED POWER OFF RELAY 12- OPT. C/U MAIN POWER 10A 22- TRAVEL SPEED SELECT RELAY 15A
5A 13- OPT. C/U KEY ON SIG. 5A 5A 32- A/C MAIN POWER (SIDE) 15A
3- ----- 14- OPT. C/U KEY ON SIG. 5A 23- A/C MAIN RELAY (FRONT) 5A 33- A/C MAIN POWER (REAR) 15A
4- MMS BACKUP 5A 15- MC KEY ON SIG. 5A 24- A/C MAIN RELAY (SIDE) 5A 34- A/C C. FAN (FRONT) 20A
5- HMU MAIN POWER 5A 16- ELU PWM POWER RELAY 5A 25- A/C MAIN RELAY (REAR) 5A 35- A/C C. FAN (SIDE) 20A
6- AIR HORN COMPRESSOR (L) 17- DLU OPT. KEY SW ON SIG. 5A 26- BATTERY RELAY 5A 36- A/C C. FAN (REAR) 20A
30A 18- ------ 27- A/C CONTROL AMP (FRONT) 37- DLU SERVICE TOOL 5A
7- AIR HORN COMPRESSOR (R) 19- FOLDING STAIRWAY LIGHT 5A 5A 38- ORBCOMM MAIN POWER 5A
30A 20- HMU KEY ON SIG. 5A 28- A/C CONTROL AMP (SIDE) 5A 39- MMS MAIN POWER 5A
8- FOLDING STAIRWAY SOL(A) 29- A/C CONTROL AMP (REAR) 5A 40- CHARGE SIG. 5A
10A 30- MOTION ALARM 5A
9- BOX LIGHT 5A
10- CAB. BATTERY POWER 30A

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41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60
T18G-05-07-001

61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70

71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80
T18G-05-07-001
M18U-07-010

41- SEAT SUSPENSION AIR
COMPRESSOR 15A
42- ------
43- ------
44- TRAVEL SPEED SELECTOR SOL.
5A
45- FOLDING STAIRWAY SOL (B) 5A
46- DOME LED LIGHT 5A
47- AIR BREATHER SOL. 5A
48- TERMINAL (24V) 15A
49- DC/DC CONVERTER (1) 15A
50- DC/DC CONVERTER (2) 15A
51- MC SOL. POWER 10A 61- WORK LIGHT (1) 10A 71- --------
52- MC PWM POWER 10A 62- WORK LIGHT (2) 10A 72- --------
53- ELU SOL. POWER 15A 63- WORK LIGHT (3) 10A 73- ENTRANCE LIGHT (1) 10A
54- ------ 64- WORK LIGHT (4) 10A 74- --------
55- ------ 65- WORK LIGHT (5) 10A 75- WIPER MOTOR (LOW) 30A
56- ------ 66- WORK LIGHT (6) 10A 76- WIPER MOTOR (HIGH) 30A
57- ------ 67- MAINTENANCE LIGHT (1) 10A 77- WASHER MOTOR 10A
58- ------ 68- MAINTENANCE LIGHT (2) 10A 78- FAST FILLING SYSTEM SOL. 5A
59- ------ 69- MAINTENANCE LIGHT (3) 10A 79- CSU MAIN POWER 5A
60- OIL PUMP 20A 70- MAINTENANCE LIGHT (4) 10A 80- --------

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Remove cover (A) on the rear console in the cab. Also, check
the fuses.

1- MAIN POWER KEY SW 20A

2- ELU MAIN POWER 5A
3- IDU MAIN POWER 5A
4- DLU MAIN POWER 5A
5- ORBCOMM BATTERY POWER 5A
6- RADIO BACKUP 5A
7- ELU KEY ON SIG. 5A
8- IDU KEY ON SIG. 5A
9- DLU KEY ON SIG. 5A
A
10- BUZZER 5A
11- KEY ON SIG. (CONTROL BOX) 5A M18U-01-004
12- ECM KEY ON SIG. 5A
20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11
13- RADIO (ACC) 5A
14- AIR HORN COMP. ACC SIG. 5A
15- LIGHTER 10A
16- TERMINAL (ACC) 10A
17- TERMINAL (12V) 15A
18- --------
19- MONITOR CONTROL UNIT 5A
20- PILOT CONTROL SHUT-OFF LEVER SW 5A 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
T18G-01-02-030

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Check Power Source Terminal

--- as required
• 12 Volts and 24 Volts Terminal
Remove cover (1) on the rear console in the cab. 12 volts
and 24 volts terminal are located in the rear console. Use
this terminal to power electrical devices of 12 volts and
24 volts rating. Fuses for this terminal are provided with 5
ampere and 10 ampere fuses.

1
M18U-01-004

M18L-01-004

24V 5A

24V 10A

12V 10A

M18M-07-062

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Check High Current Fuse (Battery Compartment)
--- as required A

High current fuses are located inside battery compartment

(A).
High current fuse protects electric main circuit against
excessive current.
If high current fuses are melted and disconnected by short
circuit, see your authorized dealer.

High Current Fuse Connection Table (1)

Fuse No. Amp
MKBB-07-009
1 75A Fuse box: 1, 2, 4 to 12, 55
2 75A Folding Stairway Relay

MKBB-07-010

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High Current Fuse Connection Table (2)
No. Amp
1 250A CUBICLE (POWER SOURCE)
2 250A FOLDING STAIRWAY MOTOR 1
3 250A FOLDING STAIRWAY MOTOR 2

MKBB-07-020

MKBB-07-021

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Check High Current Fuse (Cubicle)
A B
--- as required
High current fuses are located in door (B) of cubicle unit (A).
High current fuses protect electric main circuit against
excessive current.
If high current fuses are melted and disconnected by short
circuit, see your authorized dealer.

High Current Fuse Connection Table (1) MKBB-00-003

No. Amp
1 75A FUSE BOX; FUSE No.31 to 33, 69, 70
2 75A FUSE BOX; FUSE No.30, 34 to 36, 48 to 1 2 3 4 5 6
50, 73
3 75A FUSE BOX; FUSE No.37 to 39, 44 to 47,
53, 60, 67, 68, 77 to 79
4 75A FUSE BOX; FUSE No.61 to 66
5 75A FUSE BOX ; FUSE No.41, 51, 52, 75, 76
6 45A OPTION TERMINAL

M18U-07-012

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Check Electrical Cables and Wire Harnesses for Short
Circuits
--- daily

d WARNING: Short circuits can cause fires that may

result in serious injury.

To avoid this hazard:

1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface. Lower the
bucket to the ground. Stop the main motor. Remove the
key from the key switch. Pull the pilot control shut-off
lever to the LOCK position.
2. Clean and tighten all electrical connections.
3. Check before each shift or after ten (10) hours of
operation for loose, kinked, hardened or frayed electrical
cables and wires.
Check before each shift or after ten (10) hours of missing
or damaged terminal caps.
DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE if cable or wire are loose,
kinked, etc.
Check cables and harnesses at the check points
indicated below for damage that may result in future
short circuits. If any abnormalities are found, replace,
retighten or reconnect them, as shown in Table 1.
4. Tighten, repair or replace any loose or damaged
electrical cables, wires, and terminal caps before
operating the machine.

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Table 1. Electrical Cables and Wire Harnesses
Interval Check Points Abnormalities Remedies
(hours) 1
Daily Wire harnesses and Degree of hardening Replace
cables (1) Cracks Replace
Worn tape Replace
Contact with part edge Replace
Missing cap (harness terminal) Replace M115-07-152
Loose screw terminal Retighten
Damaged at the contacting Replace
part with clamps
Lead wires of sensor and Degree of hardening Replace
solenoid valve (2) Cracks Replace 2

Worn tape Replace

Contact with part edge Replace M115-07-153
Connector (3) Degree of Hardening Replace
Loose locking Lock 3
Contact with part edge Replace
Damaged and crushed parts Replace
Loose or worn part Replace
Terminal and terminal Degree of hardening of cover Replace M115-07-154
cover (4) Cracks Replace
Worn cover Replace 4
Missing cover Replace
Loose locking Reconnect
Clamps of the harnesses Missing Replace
or connectors (5) Clamping positions Correcting M115-07-155
Damage Replace
5
fNOTE: Refer to the illustrations in Fig. 1 for each check point location.
Replace the damaged parts with genuine Hitachi parts.
M115-07-156
Fig. 1

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Check Door-Lock Bolts on the Cubicle Box Doors
--- Daily
IMPORTANT: Door-lock bolts on doors (2), (3), (4), (5),
(6), (7), and (8) of cubicle box (1) may
loosen while operating. Be sure to check for
loose door-lock bolts daily before starting
operation. Retighten them if any bolts are
loose.

1 MKBB-01-002

2 3 4 5 6 7

MKBB-00-003 MKBB-00-004

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Check Emergency Main Motor Stop Switch
NORMAL EMERG. STOP
--- every 250 Hours
Check emergency main motor stop switch (1) function 1
every 250 hours, following the procedures below.

1. Start the main motor and run it.

2. Turn emergency main motor stop switch (1) to the
EMERG. STOP position.
3. Confirm that the main motor stops.

If any abnormalities are found, be sure to repair them

before operating the machine. M18U-01-010

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F. Miscellaneous

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 3000
Check Bucket Teeth for Wear and L/D 6
1.
Looseness B/H 5
2. Inspect Emergency Escape Device and Hanger 1
3. Check Auto-Lubrication System 1
Check 2
4. Seat Belt
Replacement 2 At least once every 3 years
5. Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level 2 As required
6. Clean Air Horn Compressor Filter 1 As required
7. Check and Adjust Track Sag 2
8. Check Accumulator and Track Adjuster Cylinder 2
Every year
Circuit
9. Clean Side Frame Area 2
10. Check Tightening Torque of Bolts and Nuts - 

fNOTE:  First time only.

M18L-07-004 MKBB-01-001

M18L-01-005

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Check Bucket Teeth 2
--- daily 1

Check bucket teeth for wear and looseness

Replace teeth if tooth wear exceeds the designated service
limit shown below.

M18C-07-073
Dimension A in mm (in)
New Limit of Use 2
Loading Shovel Bucket 460 (1’ 6’’) 230 (9’’) 1
Backhoe Bucket 446 (1’ 6’’) 230 (9’’)

If tooth point (1) is worn excessively, making a hole, new 3

tooth point (1) cannot be installed on worn adapter (2).
Jig

IMPORTANT: Check bucket teeth periodically so that

wear does not exceed the designed service
limit.
M113-07-102

Replacing Procedure for Backhoe

d WARNING: Guard against injury from flying pieces

of metal. Wear goggles or safety glasses and safety
equipment appropriate to the job.

Removal
1. Preparations for removing tooth point (1)
Hit the left and right top ends and the left and right lugs 3
of tooth point (1) alternately with hammer to knock off M113-07-103
pebbles, soil, etc., stuck in the gap between tooth point
(1) and adapter (2).
2

2. Removing lock pin (3)

Remove pebbles, dirt, etc., completely from the gap
between lock pin (3) and adapter (2).
Place pin-removing special tool on the top end of lock
pin (3) and hit it with hammer to remove lock pin (3). 1 3
When driving out the pin, first hit with shorter jig. M113-07-104

3. When top end of lock pin (3) comes to the upper end
position of the lug of tooth point (1), use the longer
special tool to remove lock pin (3).

4. Removing tooth point (1)

Turn tooth point (1) to the left and pull it toward you to 1
remove it.
M113-07-105

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Installation 2

1. Mounting tooth point (1)

Clean the top end of adapter (2) nose. If pebbles, dirt,
etc., are stuck to the adapter nose, tooth point (1) will 1
not insert properly and lock pin (3) cannot be driven in.
Also check that lock pin (3) has no cracks.
Insert tooth point (1) slowly while turning it to the right.

2. Insert lock pin (3).

Be sure to check the direction of lock pin (3). M113-07-106

3. With tooth point (1) fully inserted onto adaptor (2), tap
lock pin (3) into tooth point (1) with a hammer until the
M113-07-107
top of lock pin (3) comes flat with tooth point (1).

M113-07-108

M113-07-109

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Replacing Procedure for Loading Shovel Pin

d WARNING: Guard against injury from flying pieces

of metal. Wear goggles or safety glasses and safety
equipment appropriate to the job.
Tooth
Removal Adapter

1. Clean area around the pin. It is important to remove

packed material from around the front face of the pin M18K-07-051
and behind the pin to ensure proper tool engagement.
Clean pebbles, soil, etc., stuck in the gap between tooth
point and adapter.
2. Position removal tool and insert the “L” shaped head of
the removal tool so that it fully engages the latch.

M18K-07-039

IMPORTANT: If removal tool is not fully engaged, the Tool

latch may not be released and the pin may
not be disengaged.

M18K-07-040

3. Rotate tool handle toward the tip of the tooth. As tool

is rotated, latch will be released and pin will be lifted up
and out of the ear. Pumping tool as it is rotated helps
loosen packed fines. M18K-07-041

4. Latch disengagement

M18K-07-042

5. Visually inspect pin prior to reuse. Clean and inspect for

wear, and replace if worn or damaged.

M18K-07-043

M18K-07-044

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Installation
1. Install the tooth point.

M18K-07-045

2. Position the pin. The pin is only installed into the

tooth point ear in one direction. Failure to position pin
correctly can lead to pin and tooth point loss.

M18K-07-046

3. Position pry tool. Place pry end of tool under the tooth
point.

M18K-07-047

4. Lever the tool to lock pin in place. Often a ping sound

occurs when the pin is locked in place.

M18K-07-048

5. Check to ensure pin is bottomed out and latch is fully

engaged. When installed, there should be no gap
between the pin latch face and the tooth point. No gap

M18K-07-049

fNOTE: Standard tool is ESCO parts No 75-85SV2PN-RT

Tool
M18K-07-050

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Inspect Emergency Escape Device and Hanger
--- daily
2
Inspect emergency escape device (1) and hanger (2) before
operating the machine. If any item is worn and/or damaged,
replace emergency escape device (1) and/or hanger (2) with
genuine Hitachi parts. 1

M146-07-002

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Auto-Lubrication System

The machine is equipped with auto-lubrication system for

the front attachment joint pins, swing bearing and center
joint. 1

IMPORTANT: The auto-lubrication system is equipped

with injectors (3) for greasing. Check
indicator pins (2) of injectors (3) every day
to confirm that greasing is done correctly.
Also, check grease piping for leakage.

Checking Indicator Pins

MKBB-07-004
1. Move auto-lubrication toggle switch (1) to the MANUAL
GREASING position. Check that the grease pump begins
operating and indicator pins (2) retract.

2
2. Move auto-lubrication toggle switch (1) to the
AUTOMATIC GREASING position. Indicator pin positions
are as follows: 3

Indicator pins (2) are retracted while the grease pump is

operating.
Indicator pins (2) are extended while the grease pump is
stopped.
3. Be sure to keep auto-lubrication toggle switch (1) turned M145-07-029
to the AUTOMATIC GREASING position.
2
IMPORTANT: Check that the green auto-lubrication
indicator will come ON in the AUTOMATIC
GREASING position.

fNOTE: The stroke of pin movement differs depending on the 3

greasing volume of injectors (3).

M117-07-173

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Check Grease Level --- daily
Remove 2 wing nuts (4). Open grease can top cover
assembly (5) to check quantity of grease inside. Add grease
if necessary.
1

Automatic Greasing
1. Disconnect coupler (6) with hose from coupler (7).
2. Move auto-lubrication toggle switch (1) to the
AUTOMATIC GREASING position.
3. The grease pump intermittently delivers grease for
approximately 1 minute with an interval of 3 minutes
according to the greasing schedule preset at the factory. MKBB-07-004
The greasing schedule, interval and volume, can be adjusted
as shown next page.

IMPORTANT: Do not adjust greasing interval to be too 5 4

long or the greasing volume to be too
small.

M146-07-107

M141-07-017

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1. Adjusting Greasing Interval

Turn adjusting switch (9) located in room (8) under the

cab to the desired position out of 4 possible positions: 3,
5, 10, and 15 minutes.
8

Greasing Interval
(minutes)
3
5
10
15

MKBB-07-007
Greasing interval has been set to 3 minutes when shipping
the machine.

M18U-07-016

2. Adjusting Greasing Volume

10
Loosen locknut (11) on injector (2). Turn adjusting nut
(10) clockwise until it stops. This is the minimum delivery
position of 0.128 cm3 (0.008 in3). Turn adjusting nut
11
(10) counterclockwise approximately 8 turns. This is the
maximum delivery position of 1.28 cm3 (0.08 in3). Select
appropriate greasing volume between the maximum
and minimum volumes. Tighten locknut (11). 2

fNOTE: Injectors (2) have been adjusted as shown below at

the time of shipment:
Front attachment joint pins: Maximum
Swing bearing: Minimum
Center joint: Minimum
Unit: cm3/cycle
Model SL-1
Min. Volume 0.128
Max. Volume 1.28 M117-07-173

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Manual Greasing

1. Connect coupler (7) with hose to coupler (6).

2. Move auto-lubrication toggle switch (1) to the MANUAL 1
GREASING position.
Apply grease using a grease gun. Refer to pages 7-23 to
7-34 of this manual.
3. After finishing greasing, disconnect coupler (7) with hose
from coupler (6).
4. Release grease pressure in hose reel (12) via the grease
gun.

MKBB-07-004
fNOTE: When manual greasing is selected, the auto-
lubrication indicator on the monitor display will come
on. This is not abnormal.

12

M141-07-017

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Check and Replace Seat Belt
Check --- daily
Replacement --- every 3 years

Always maintain seat belts (1) in a functional condition and

replace when necessary to ensure proper performance. 2

Prior to operating the machine, thoroughly examine

belts (1), buckles (2) and attaching hardwares. If any item
is damaged or materially worn, replace seat belts (1) or
components before operating the machine. 1

We recommend that seat belts (1) are replaced every three M18G-01-058
years regardless of its apparent condition.

Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level

--- as required
Windshield washer tank (4) is located in room (3) under the
cab. 3
Check fluid in windshield washer tank (4).
If the fluid level is low, remove cap of windshield washer
tank (4) and add fluid via the opening.
During winter season, use all season windshield washer
which will not freeze.
MKBB-07-007

M18G-07-084

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Clean Air Horn Compressor Filter
--- as required

Air horn compressor (2) is located in room (1) under the cab.
Remove cap (3) and clean the filter.

MKBB-07-007

M18L-07-050

Filter

3
M18K-07-024

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Check and Adjust Track Sag
--- every 50 hours

d WARNING: Be sure to place blocks under the machine

frame to support the machine when one track is
raised off ground. 90 to
110°
Swing the upperstructure 90° and lower the bucket to raise
the track off the ground as shown.
M117-05-030

Keep the angle between the boom and arm 90 to 110°

and position the bucket’s round side on the ground. Place
blocks under the machine frame to support the machine.
Rotate track one full rotation. Thoroughly clean track area to
remove soil.

Measure distance (A) at the middle of the track frame from

the bottom of the track frame to the back face of the track Track frame
shoe. bottom

Track sag specifications --- 465 to 535 mm

A
(1 ft 6 in to 1 ft 9 in)
Track shoe back face
IMPORTANT: When operating the machine on sand,
M115-07-170
gravel, snow or mud, providing longer
track sag is recommended in the above-
mentioned value range.

Precautions for Adjusting Track Sag

1. If track sag is not within specifications, loosen or tighten
the track following the procedures shown on the next
page.
2. When adjusting track sag, lower the bucket to the
ground to raise one track off the ground.
Repeat this procedure to raise the other track. Each time,
be sure to place blocks under the machine frame to
support the machine.
3. After adjusting track sag of both tracks, move the
machine back and forth several times.
4. Check track sag again. If track sag is not within
specifications, repeat adjustment until correct sag is
obtained.
When operating the machine after it has been stored for a
long time or its track adjuster cylinder hose or piping has
been replaced, first push the right travel lever forward to
extend adjuster cylinder, and then add grease to the fitting
to tighten the tracks.

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Loosen the Track

d • WARNING:
Do not loosen valve (1) quickly or loosen it too
1
2
much as high-pressure grease in the adjusting
cylinder may spout out. Loosen carefully, keeping
body parts and face away from valve (1).
Never loosen grease fitting (2).
• To prevent accidents, care should be taken to
ensure that hands, feet, and any body parts do
not become entangled when working around the
tracks.
M117-07-074
d CAUTION: Consult your authorized dealer if grease is
not sufficiently drained.

IMPORTANT: When gravel or mud is packed between

sprockets and track links, remove it before
loosening. 1
Grease Outlet

1. To loosen the track, slowly turn valve (1)

counterclockwise using long socket 24; grease will
escape from the grease outlet.
2. Between 1 to 1.5 turns of valve (1) is sufficient to loosen
the track. 2
3. If grease does not drain smoothly, slowly rotate the
M117-07-105
raised track.
4. When proper track sag is obtained, turn valve (1)
clockwise and tighten to 150 N·m (15 kgf·m, 110 lbf·ft).

Tighten the Track

d WARNING: It is abnormal if the track remains tight

after turning valve (1) counterclockwise or if the
track is still loose after charging grease to fitting (2).
In such cases, NEVER ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE the
track shoes or track adjuster, because of dangerous
high-pressure grease inside the track adjuster. See
your authorized dealer immediately.

To tighten the track, connect grease lubricator or a grease

gun to grease fitting (2) and add grease until the sag is
within specifications.

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Check Accumulator and Track Adjuster Cylinder
Circuit
--- every year

d WARNING: Accumulator (1) in the track adjuster

cylinder circuit is charged with high-pressure
nitrogen. Be sure to release pressure before servicing
the hose between accumulator (1) and track adjuster
cylinder circuit, following the procedure shown 1
below.

1. Loosen lock nut (4) of valve (5) located under

accumulator (1).
3 M141-01-012
2. Confirm that handle (2) is sufficiently tightened by 1
turning it clockwise. Remove plug (3).
3. Slowly turn handle (2) counterclockwise to open valve
(5); pressurized oil escapes gradually.

IMPORTANT: Low pressure in the track adjuster cylinder

circuit will cause damage to the track
adjuster and travel device. Be sure to check
accumulator (1) and adjuster cylinder
circuit regularly to maintain correct circuit
pressure. Consult your authorized dealer
when checking accumulator (1).

M141-01-013

4 3
M141-07-039
Clean Side Frame Area
--- daily
Soil or rocks stuck in the side frame area will disturb smooth
rotation of the undercarriage components such as the lower
rollers, upper rollers, sprockets or front idlers.

Remove soil and rocks from the area every day. In addition,
clean the area at least once a week.

Be sure to thoroughly clean the area in cold seasons to

prevent excessive wear of upper rollers due to freezing.

M117-07-075

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Check Tightening Torque of Bolts and Nuts IMPORTANT: Check and tighten bolts and nuts
--- every 250 hours (first time after 50 hours) using a torque wrench.

Check tightness after the first 50 hours then every 250

hours. Tighten to torque shown if any are loose. Bolts and
nuts should be replaced with those of the same or higher
grade.
For tightening nuts and bolts other than specified in the
table below, refer to the Tightening Torque Chart at the end
of this section.

Torque Specifications
Bolt Dia Wrench Torque
No. Descriptions Q’ty
mm Size (mm) N·m (kgf·m) (lbf·ft)
Main motor cushion rubber 36 6 55 3200 (320) (2360)
1
mounting bolt
Main motor bracket a 30 12 46 1450 (145) (1070)
2
mounting bolt b UNC3/4 16 28.6 450 (45) (330)
3 Main motor mounting nut 42 4 65 4900 (490) (3610)
4 Hydraulic oil tank mounting bolt 30 10 46 1450 (145) (1070)
5 Cubicle bed mounting bolt 30 16 46 1450 (145) (1070)
6 Cubicle mounting nut 20 18 32 170 (17) (125)
Pump transmission mounting
7 UNC1/2 16 19 120 (12) (90)
bolt
8 Pump device mounting bolt 24 12 36 700 (70) (520)
9 Fan drive pump mounting bolt 20 4 17 550 (55) (410)
10 Gear pump mounting bolt 12 4 19 90 (9.0) (66)
11 Control valve mounting nut 20 12 30 400 (40) (295)
12 Swing device mounting bolt 33 50 50 2600 (260) (1920)
13 Swing motor mounting nut 20 16 30 400 (40) (295)
14 Battery mounting bolt 10 8 17 50 (5.0) (37)
15 Cab mounting bolt 18 10 27 300 (30) (220)
16 Cab bed mounting bolt 16 42 24 210 (21) (155)
17 Swing bearing mounting bolt 48 60 75 5000 (500) (3700)
18 Counterweight mounting nut 48 6 75 5000 (500) (3700)
19 Main motor bed mounting bolt 30 30 46 1450 (145) (1070)
20 Oil cooler mounting nut 24 6 36 700 (70) (520)
21 Fan motor bracket mounting bolt 12 12 19 90 (9.0) (66)
27 24 41 1400 (140) (1030)
36 56 55 3200 (320) (2360)
22 Travel device mounting bolt
20 30 30 400 (40) (295)
16 32 24 210 (21) (155)
23 Travel motor mounting bolt 22 8 32 750 (75) (550)
24 Upper roller mounting bolt 22 24 32 550 (55) (410)
25 Lower roller mounting bolt 36 64 55 3200 (320) (2360)
26 Track pin-retaining bolt 30 156 46 1950 (195) (1440)
27 Side frame mounting bolt 48 68 75 5000 (500) (3700)
24 28 36 700 (70) (520)
28 Front pin-retaining bolt 20 16 30 400 (40) (295)
16 6 24 270 (27) (200)
29 Stairway beam bolt 22 16 32 750 (75) (550)
30 Stairway bolt 20 16 30 550 (55) (410)

fNOTE:  Hexagonal socket wrench

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Tightening Torque Chart

Hexagon
Wrench
Bolt Dia. Wrench
Size
Size M552-07-091 M552-07-090 M157-07-225
Socket Bolt
N·m (kgf·m) (lbf·ft) N·m (kgf·m) (lbf·ft) N·m (kgf·m) (lbf·ft)
M8 13 6 30 (3.0) (22) 20 (2.0) (15) 10 (1.0) (7.4)
M10 17 8 65 (6.5) (48) 50 (5.0) (37) 20 (2.0) (15)
M12 19 10 110 (11) (81) 90 (9.0) (66) 35 (3.5) (26)
M14 22 12 180 (18) (135) 140 (14) (103) 55 (5.5) (41)
M16 24 14 270 (27) (200) 210 (21) (155) 80 (8.0) (59)
M18 27 14 400 (40) (295) 300 (30) (220) 120 (12) (89)
M20 30 17 550 (55) (410) 400 (40) (295) 170 (17) (125)
M22 32 17 750 (75) (550) 550 (55) (410) 220 (22) (160)
M24 36 19 950 (95) (700) 700 (70) (520) 280 (28) (205)
M27 41 19 1400 (140) (1030) 1050 (105) (770) 400 (40) (295)
M30 46 22 1950 (195) (1440) 1450 (145) (1070) 550 (55) (410)
M33 50 24 2600 (260) (1920) 1950 (195) (1440) 750 (75) (550)
M36 55 27 3200 (320) (2360) 2450 (245) (1810) 950 (95) (700)

d CAUTION: If fixing bolts for counterweight are

loosened, consult your nearest authorized dealer.

IMPORTANT: Make sure bolt and nut threads are clean

before installing.
Apply lubricant (e. g. white zinc B solved
into spindle oil) to bolts and nuts to
stabilize their friction coefficient.
f NOTE: Tightening torque required is shown in N·m.
For example, when tightening a bolt or nut with a
wrench of 1 m length, turning the end of it with a
force of 120 N, the torque produced will be:

1 m ×120 N = 120 N·m

To produce the same torque with a wrench of 0.25 m:

0.25 m × N = 120 N·m

Necessary force will be:

120 N·m ÷ 0.25 m = 480 N

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1. Main motor cushion rubber mounting bolts

Tool: 55 mm
Torque: 3200 N·m (320 kgf·m, 2360 lbf·ft)

M18V-07-017

MKBB-07-013
b
2. Main motor bracket mounting bolts
a
a
Tool: 46 mm
Torque: 1450 N·m (145 kgf·m, 1070 lbf·ft)

b
Tool: 28.6 mm
Torque: 450 N·m (45 kgf·m, 330 lbf·ft)

MKBB-07-013

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3. Main motor mounting nuts
Tool: 65 mm
Torque: 4900 N·m (490 kgf·m, 3610 lbf·ft)

M18V-07-017

4. Hydraulic oil tank mounting bolts

Tool: 46 mm
Torque: 1450 N·m (145 kgf·m, 1070 lbf·ft)

M141-07-033

5. Cubicle bed mounting bolts

Tool: 46 mm
Torque: 1450 N·m (145 kgf·m, 1070 lbf·ft)

M141-07-034

6. Cubicle mounting nuts

Tool: 32 mm
Torque: 170 N·m (17 kgf·m, 125 lbf·ft)

M18U-07-021

7. Pump transmission mounting bolts

Tool: 19 mm
Torque: 120 N·m (12 kgf·m, 90 lbf·ft)

M117-07-119

8. Pump device mounting bolts

Tool: 36 mm
Torque: 700 N·m (70 kgf·m, 520 lbf·ft)

M117-07-080

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9. Fan drive pump mounting bolts
Tool: 17 mm Hexagonal socket wrench
Torque: 550 N·m (55 kgf·m, 410 lbf·ft)

M117-07-117

10. Gear pump mounting bolts

Tool: 19 mm
Torque: 90 N·m (9.0 kgf·m, 66 lbf·ft)

M117-07-117
11. Control valve mounting nuts
Tool: 30 mm
Torque: 400 N·m (40 kgf·m, 295 lbf·ft)

M117-07-081

12. Swing device mounting bolts

Tool: 50 mm
Torque: 2600 N·m (260 kgf·m, 1920 lbf·ft)

M117-07-082

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13. Swing motor mounting nuts
Tool: 30 mm
Torque: 400 N·m (40 kgf·m, 295 lbf·ft)

M117-07-082
14. Battery mounting bolts
Tool: 17 mm
Torque: 50 N·m (5.0 kgf·m, 37 lbf·ft)

MKBB-00-001
15. Cab mounting bolts
Tool: 27 mm
Torque: 300 N·m (30 kgf·m, 220 lbf·ft)

M18U-07-022

16. Cab bed mounting bolts

Tool: 24 mm
Torque: 210 N·m (21 kgf·m, 155 lbf·ft)

M18L-07-044

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17. Swing bearing mounting bolts
Tool: 75 mm
Torque: 5000 N·m (500 kgf·m, 3700 lbf·ft)

M117-07-028
18. Counterweight mounting nuts
Tool: 75 mm
Torque: 5000 N·m (500 kgf·m, 3700 lbf·ft)

M117-07-032

19. Main motor bed mounting bolts

Tool: 46 mm
Torque: 1450 N·m (145 kgf·m, 1070 lbf·ft)

MKBB-07-014

MKBB-07-015

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20. Oil cooler mounting nuts
Tool: 36 mm
Torque: 700 N·m (70 kgf·m, 520 lbf·ft)

M117-07-086

21. Fan motor bracket mounting bolts

Tool: 19 mm
Torque: 90 N·m (9.0 kgf·m, 66 lbf·ft)

MKBA-07-027

MKBA-07-029

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22. Travel device mounting bolts
A. Tool: 41 mm
Torque: 1400 N·m (140 kgf·m, 1030 lbf·ft) A
B. Tool: 55 mm
Torque: 3200 N·m (320 kgf·m, 2360 lbf·ft)
C. Tool: 30 mm
Torque: 400 N·m (40 kgf·m, 295 lbf·ft)
D. Tool: 24 mm
Torque: 210 N·m (21 kgf·m, 155 lbf·ft)

M117-07-011

M117-07-087

23. Travel motor mounting bolts

Tool: 32 mm
Torque: 750 N·m (75 kgf·m, 550 lbf·ft)

M117-07-087

24. Upper roller mounting bolts

Tool: 32 mm
Torque: 550 N·m (55 kgf·m, 410 lbf·ft)

M117-07-088

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25. Lower roller mounting bolts
Tool: 55 mm
Torque: 3200 N·m (320 kgf·m, 2360 lbf·ft)

M117-07-089

26. Track pin-retaining bolts

Tool: 46 mm
Torque: 1950 N·m (195 kgf·m, 1440 lbf·ft)

M117-07-089

27. Side frame mounting bolts

Tool: 75 mm
Torque: 5000 N·m (500 kgf·m, 3700 lbf·ft)

M117-07-090

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28. Front pin-retaining bolts
Tool: 36 mm
Torque: 700 N·m (70 kgf·m, 520 lbf·ft)

Tool: 30 mm
Torque: 400 N·m (40 kgf·m, 295 lbf·ft)

Tool: 24 mm
Torque: 270 N·m (27 kgf·m, 200 lbf·ft)

M117-07-030

M117-07-091

M117-07-170
29. Stairway beam bolts
Tool: 32 mm
Torque: 750 N·m (75 kgf·m, 550 lbf·ft)

M18L-07-049

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30. Stairway bolts
Tool: 30 mm
Torque: 550 N·m (55 kgf·m, 410 lbf·ft)

M18L-07-051

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G. Cubicle

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 500 1000 2000 5000 10000 20000
Check Tightening Torque 
1. Cushion Rubber 18
Replacement Every 3 years 
Check - 
2. Cubicle
Replacement - Every 5 years 

fNOTE:  Contact your authorized dealer for maintenance.

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H. Elastomeric Coupling

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
1000 4000 6000 8000 10000 12000
1. Check Elastomeric Parts 1 Or 2 months
2. Replace Elastomeric Parts 1 Or 2 years

Coupling (1) that connects the main motor and pump

transmission has polyurethane elastomeric parts (2). See the Pump
Transmission
following illustration for the installation position of coupling
Main Motor Cover
(1).

Elastomeric parts (2) absorb the slight misalignment of the

main motor shaft and pump transmission shaft, and also
the torsional frequency that results from actuations of the
absorbing horsepower of the hydraulic pump.

Check Elastomeric Parts 1 M18W-07-014

--- every 1000 hours or 2 months
Contact your authorized dealer for check elastomeric parts
(2).
2

Replace Elastomeric Parts

--- every 12000 hours or 2 years
Contact your authorized dealer for replace elastomeric parts
(2).

Storage of elastomeric parts

Inside the cardboard carton, elastomeric part (2) is sealed in MKBB-07-022
aluminum packaging. When this packaging rips, part (2) is
exposed to outside humidity and hydrolysis begins. Handle
part (2) carefully so that the packaging does not rip.

IMPORTANT: Contact your authorized dealer for

maintenance of elastomeric part (2) if you
have any questions.

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Maintenance Under Special Environmental Conditions

Operating Conditions Precautions for Maintenance

Muddy Soil, Rainy or Snowy Weather Before Operation: Check the tightness of plugs and all drain cocks.
After Operation: Clean the machine and check for cracks, damaged,
loose or missing bolts and nuts. Lubricate all necessary
parts without delay.
Near the Ocean Before Operation: Check the tightness of plugs and all drain cocks.
After Operation: Thoroughly clean the machine with fresh water to
wash off salt. Service electrical equipment often to
prevent corrosion.
Dusty Atmosphere Oil Cooler: Clean the oil cooler to prevent clogging of the oil
cooler core.
Electrical Equipment: Clean them regularly, in particular, the parts in the
cubicle box.
Air Conditioner: Clean filter regularly with shorter service interval.
Rocky Ground Tracks: Carefully operate while checking for cracks, damage
and loose bolts and nuts. Loosen the tracks a little
more than usual.
Front Attachment: Standard attachment may be damaged when digging
rocky ground. Reinforce the bucket before using it, or
use a heavy duty bucket.
Freezing Weather Lubricant: Use high quality low viscosity hydraulic oil.
Battery: Fully charge the batteries regularly at shorter service
intervals. If not fully charged, electrolyte may freeze.
Tracks: Keep the tracks clean. Park the machine on a hard
surface to prevent the tracks from freezing to the
ground.
Falling Stones Cab: When operating in the area of possible falling rocks
or other debris, be sure to work carefully, paying
close attention to falling rocks, though the machine is
equipped with the reinforced cab meeting SAE FOPS.

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 STORAGE

Storing Machine
1. Inspect the machine. Repair worn or damaged parts.
Install new parts if necessary.
2. Retract all hydraulic cylinders, if possible. If not, coat
exposed cylinder rods with grease.
3. Lubricate all grease points.
4. Park the tracks on long stable blocks.
5. Wash the machine.
6. Disconnect the battery ground circuit with battery
disconnect switch (1).
IMPORTANT: When battery disconnect switch (1) or
power switch (2) is shut off just after the
key switch is turned OFF, controllers may be
damaged. When battery disconnect switch
(1) or power switch (2) is shut off, wait for
5 minutes or more after the key switch is
turned OFF. Then pull battery disconnect
switch (1) down to shut off or turn power
MKBB-07-008
switch (2) for the DC 24 V OFF.

7. Paint necessary areas to prevent rust.

8. Store the machine in a dry, protected place. If stored
outside, cover with a waterproof cover. 1
9. If the machine is stored for a long time, operate hydraulic
functions for travel, swing and digging 2 or 3 times for
lubrication, at least once a month.
Be sure to check the all lubricants and lubrication
conditions before operating. M146-07-062
10. If the machine is stored for a long time, use wood blocks
under the coupler of main motor to avoid load for the 2
motor bearing.

MKBB-03-002

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 STORAGE

Removing Machine from Storage

1. Remove grease from the cylinder rods if coated.

2. Check all fluid levels.
3. Turn battery disconnect switch (1) or power switch (2) for
DC 24 V ON.
4. Start the main motor.
5. Cycle all hydraulic functions several times.
6. Carefully check all systems before operating the machine
at full load.
IMPORTANT: When the machine has been stored for a
long time, be sure to perform the following
step as well:
(a) Check condition of all hoses and
connections.

IMPORTANT: If the machine has not been used for a long

time, oil films on sliding surfaces may have
MKBB-07-008
broken down. Cycling hydraulic functions
for travel, swing and digging 2 or 3 times is
necessary to lubricate the sliding surfaces.

Transporting Machine 1

IMPORTANT: • In case of transporting the machine with

disassembling, contact your authorized
dealer.
• In case of transporting the machine M146-07-062
through public road, obey the traffic law in
that region.
• In case of transporting the machine by 2
carrier, fix the machine tightly with wire
rope not to fall from the carrier.

MKBB-03-002

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 TROUBLESHOOTING

Electrical System
Problem Cause Solution
Nothing Works Power switch is OFF. Power switch ON.
Breaker shut down (in the cubicle) Breaker ON
The battery disconnect switch is OFF. Move the battery disconnect switch to
ON position.
Battery Recharge or replace.
Nothing Works Battery relay Replace relay.
(Except clock)
Batteries Undercharged Loose or corroded connections Clean and tighten or replace batteries.
Faulty 24 V power unit in the cubicle. Replace power unit.
Fuse Replace fuse.
Key switch failure Replace key switch.
No Monitor Panel Indicators Work Fuse Replace fuse.
Wiring harness See your authorized dealer.
Individual Light in Monitor Panel is Bulb Replace bulb.
Not Working Fuse Replace fuse.
Wiring harness See your authorized dealer.
No Indicators in Gauge Panel Circuit board See your authorized dealer.
Operate Wiring harness See your authorized dealer.
Fuse Replace fuse.
Indicator Light in Gauge Panel is Bulb Replace bulb.
Inoperative Fuse Replace fuse.
Sender Do sender check.
Wiring harness failure See your authorized dealer.

Mode Selection

Problem Cause Solution

Fast/Slow Travel Speed
Does Not Function
Travel mode switch See your authorized dealer.
Pilot pressure switch (Travel) See your authorized dealer.
Pump delivery pressure sensor wire See your authorized dealer.
harness
Main controller See your authorized dealer.
Solenoid valve unit See your authorized dealer.
Damaged travel motors See your authorized dealer.

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Problem
Hydraulic Functions are Slow
Hydraulic Oil Overheats
Oil Foams
Low or No Oil Pressure
No Hydraulic Functions
(Noise from pumps)
TROUBLESHOOTING
Hydraulic System
Cause Solution
Low oil level Fill reservoir to full mark.
Cold oil Warm up hydraulic oil to normal cycle
times.
Wrong oil Drain tank. Use correct oil.
Pilot circuit See your authorized dealer.
Worn pump See your authorized dealer.
Restricted pump suction line See your authorized dealer.
Wrong oil Use correct oil.
Air leak in pump suction line See your authorized dealer.
Oil lines restricted See your authorized dealer.
Low oil level Fill reservoir to full mark.
Plugged filters Install new filters.
Worn pump See your authorized dealer.
Plugged oil cooler Clean and straighten fins.
Oil cooler bypass See your authorized dealer.
Relief valve See your authorized dealer.
Contaminated oil Drain oil and refill.
Improperly adjusted hydraulic See your authorized dealer.
components
Air leak in line from reservoir to pump Repair leak or see your authorized
dealer.
Kinks or dents in oil lines Check lines.
Wrong oil Use correct oil.
Water in oil Change oil.
High or low oil level Correct level.
Wrong oil Use correct oil.
Improperly adjusted hydraulic See your authorized dealer.
components
No oil in system Fill with correct oil.
Worn cylinder packing See your authorized dealer.
Relief valve See your authorized dealer.
Hydraulic pump See your authorized dealer.
Lack of hydraulic oil Add oil.
Damaged suction line or hose See your authorized dealer.
Clogged suction filter Clean.
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Problem
Hydraulic Cylinders Operate but
Cannot Lift Load
One Control Lever Does Not Work
One Cylinder Does Not Work
One Cylinder Does Not Work or Has
Little Power
Both Travel Motors Do Not Work
One Travel Motor Does Not Work
Travel is Not Smooth
Swing Does Not Work
Swing is Not Smooth
TROUBLESHOOTING
Hydraulic System
Cause Solution
Hydraulic pump worn See your authorized dealer.
Main relief valve pressure low See your authorized dealer.
Hydraulic oil level low Add oil.
Suction screen plugged Clean strainer and system.
Pump suction line leaking Inspect suction line.
Relief valve pressure low See your authorized dealer.
Tube or hose damaged Repair or replace.
Hydraulic fittings loose Tighten.
Damaged O-rings in fittings Install new O-ring.
Hydraulic Pump See your authorized dealer.
Electric Lever See your authorized dealer.
Pilot lines Repair or replace.
Control valve spool damaged or See your authorized dealer.
contaminated with dirt
Hydraulic lines damaged Repair or replace.
Fittings loose Tighten.
O-ring in fitting damaged Install new O-ring.
Electric Lever See your authorized dealer.
Pilot lines Repair or replace.
Piston seals leaking See your authorized dealer.
Cylinder rod damaged See your authorized dealer.
Pilot lines Repair or replace.
Electric Lever See your authorized dealer.
Center joint failure See your authorized dealer.
Electric lever See your authorized dealer.
Pilot lines Repair or replace.
Travel motor See your authorized dealer.
Parking brake not releasing See your authorized dealer.
Electric Lever See your authorized dealer.
Pilot lines Repair or replace.
Track adjustment Adjust tension.
Front idler or rollers damaged See your authorized dealer.
Track frame bent See your authorized dealer.
Rocks or mud "jammed" in track frame Remove and repair.
Travel brake not releasing See your authorized dealer.
Swing motor See your authorized dealer.
Electric Lever See your authorized dealer.
Pilot lines Repair or replace.
Swing gear See your authorized dealer.
Swing bearing See your authorized dealer.
Lack of grease Apply grease.
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 SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

A C

I
H
G
F MKBB-12-001

Model EX2600E-6 Hydraulic Excavator

Type of Front-End Attachment
Bucket Capacity (Heaped)
Operating Weight
Main Motor
A: Overall Width
B: Cab Height
C: Rear End Swing Radius
D: Minimum Ground Clearance
E: Counterweight Clearance
F: Undercarriage Length
G: Undercarriage Width
H: Sprocket Center to Idler Center
I: Track Shoe Width
Ground Pressure
Swing Speed
Loader Front Backhoe Front
PCSA 15.0 m3(19.6 yd3) PCSA 17.0 m3(22.2 yd3), CECE 15.0 m3
248000 kg (547000 lb) 250000 kg (551000 lb)
Electric Motor 6000, 6600 kV/50 Hz
6600, 6900 kV/60 Hz
860 kW/1500 min-1 (1153 HP/1500 rpm)
8040 mm (26 ft 5 in)
7250 mm (23 ft 9 in)
6290 mm (20 ft 8 in)
800 mm (2 ft 8 in)
2160 mm (7 ft 1 in)
7870 mm (25 ft 10 in)
6000 mm (19 ft 8 in)
6120 mm (20 ft 1 in)
1000 mm (3 ft 3 in) (Grouser shoe)
180 kPa (1.84 kgf/cm2, 26.2 psi) 182 kPa (1.86 kgf/cm2, 26.5 psi)
3.8 min (rpm)
–1

Travel Speed (Fast/Slow) 2.3/1.6 km/h (1.4/1.0 mph)

Gradeability 30° (tanθ = 0.58)

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 SPECIFICATIONS

Working Range (Loading Shovel)

Meter
16

14

12

I
10

Ε H
8

F
4 EH1700-3

0
Ground Line

G A
-2
C B

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D

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18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 Meter MKBB-12-002

Category
Loading Shovel
Item
A: Minimum Digging Distance 5340 mm (17 ft 6 in)
B: Minimum Level Crowding Distance 7980 mm (26 ft 2 in)
C: Level Crowding Distance 4980 mm (16 ft 4 in)
D: Maximum Digging Reach 14060 mm (46 ft 2 in)
E: Maximum Cutting Height 15010 mm (49 ft 3 in)
F: Maximum Dumping Height 10350 mm (33 ft 11 in)
G: Maximum Digging Depth 3720 mm (12 ft 2 in)
H: Working Radius at Maximum Dumping Height 8140 mm (26 ft 9 in)
I: Maximum Bucket Opening Width 2150 mm (7 ft 1 in)

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 SPECIFICATIONS

Working Range (Backhoe)

Meter
18

F
16

14

12

10

8 C

6
D
4

2 H

0
Ground Line

-2 EH1700-3
E

-4 B’
B

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8’
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G
-10 A’

A
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20 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 Meter MKBB-12-003

Category
Backhoe
Item
A: Maximum Digging Reach 16600 mm (54 ft 6 in)
A’: Maximum Digging Reach (on ground) 16050 mm (52 ft 8 in)
B: Maximum Digging Depth 8250 mm (27 ft 1 in)
B’: Maximum Digging Depth (8’ Level) 8150 mm (26 ft 9 in)
C: Maximum Cutting Height 15800 mm (51 ft 10 in)
D: Maximum Dumping Height 10100 mm (33 ft 2 in)
E: Maximum Vertical Wall 4110 mm (13 ft 6 in)
F: Minimum Swing Radius 7990 mm (26 ft 3 in)
G: Minimum Level Crowding Distance 4900 mm (16 ft 1 in)
H: Minimum Dumping Height 4250 mm (13 ft 11 in)

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 INDEX
3E Relay Indicator ........................................................................ 1-12
A
Absorber Adjusting ..................................................................... 1-42
AC210V Power Source Indicator ............................................. 1-14
AC6600V Power Source Indicator........................................... 1-13
Adjust Operator’s Seat...................................................................S-5
Adjusting Seat ............................................................................... 1-41
After The First 50 Hours.................................................................2-1
Air Conditioner.............................................................................. 7-66
Air Conditioners............................................................................ 1-21
AM/FM Radio Operation ........................................................... 1-28
Armrest Height Adjustment ..................................................... 1-41
Auto-lubrication Indicator ........................................................ 1-15
Auto-Lubrication System........................................................... 7-96
Avoid Abusive Operation .......................................................... 5-11
Avoid Applying Heat to Lines Containing Flammable
Fluids ........................................................................................... S-26
Avoid Heating Near High Tension Cable Lines .................. S-26
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines ....................... S-26
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids....................................................... S-23
Avoid Injury Caused by High Tension Electric Shock .........S-8
Avoid Injury from Attachment Falling Accident ............... S-22
Avoid Injury from Back-Over and Swing Accidents ......... S-13
Avoid Injury from Rollaway Accidents.................................. S-12
Avoid Power Lines........................................................................ S-16
Avoid Side Load the Bucket...................................................... 5-12
Avoid Tipping................................................................................. S-15
Avoid Undercutting..................................................................... S-14
B Control Lever (ISO Pattern Loading Shovel) ..........................5-3
BREAK-IN ............................................................................................2-1
Backhoe Front Joint Pins............................................................ 7-27
Backrest Adjustment................................................................... 1-43
Batteries........................................................................................... 7-74
Battery Charge Indicator............................................................ 1-12
Before Turning Power ON.............................................................3-2
Beware of Asbestos and Silicon Dust and Other
Contamination......................................................................... S-28
Blower Operation Without Cooling or Heating................. 1-27
Bucket Open-Close Pedals (Loading Shovel) ........................5-5
Buzzer Stop Switch ...................................................................... 1-37
C Dig with Caution........................................................................... S-16
COMPONENTS NAME ....................................................................1-1
CUBICLE .............................................................................................2-2
Cab Door Release Button .......................................................... 1-47
Cab Features......................................................................................1-8
Cab Heater Indicator ................................................................... 1-17
Camera Monitor (Optional)....................................................... 1-45
Caution Indicators........................................................................ 1-17
Caution Lamp ................................................................................ 1-19
Center Joint .................................................................................... 7-31
Change Hydraulic Oil .................................................................. 7-54
Check Accumulator and Track Adjuster Cylinder
Circuit ........................................................................................7-104
Check and Adjust Track Sag ...................................................7-102
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Check and Replace Seat Belt..................................................7-100
Check Bucket Teeth ..................................................................... 7-91
Check Compressor Belt Tension.............................................. 7-69
Check Door-Lock Bolts on the Cubicle Box Doors ........... 7-88
Check Elastomeric Parts...........................................................7-118
Check Electrical Cables and Wire Harnesses for Short
Circuits ....................................................................................... 7-86
Check Emergency Main Motor Stop Switch ....................... 7-89
Check High Current Fuse (Battery Compartment) ........... 7-83
Check High Current Fuse (Cubicle) ........................................ 7-85
Check Hoses and Lines............................................................... 7-60
Check Hour Meter Regularly .......................................................7-2
Check Hydraulic Oil Level.......................................................... 7-46
Check Instruments After Starting..............................................3-9
Check Power Source Terminal.................................................. 7-82
Check Refrigerant Quantity ...................................................... 7-68
Check Tightening Torque .......................................................... 7-71
Check Tightening Torque of Bolts and Nuts .....................7-105
Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level.................................7-100
Clean Air Horn Compressor Filter .........................................7-101
Clean Condenser Core................................................................ 7-70
Clean Oil Cooler Core.................................................................. 7-59
Clean Side Frame Area .............................................................7-104
Components Name ........................................................................1-1
Confirm Direction of Machine to be Driven ..........................S-9
Construction Outline .................................................................. 7-12
Control Lever (HITACHI Pattern Loading Shovel)................5-4
Control Lever (HITACHI Pattern Backhoe)...............................5-2
Control Lever (ISO Pattern Backhoe) ........................................5-1
Control Panel.....................................................................................2-4
Cooling............................................................................................. 1-24
Correct Maintenance and Inspection Procedures...............7-1
Cubicle............................................................................................7-117
Cubicle Box Indicator.................................................................. 1-13
Cubicle Features ..............................................................................2-2
D
DRIVING MACHINE .........................................................................4-1
Defrosting ....................................................................................... 1-27
Dehumidifying and Heating..................................................... 1-26
Designations and Functions of Controls.............................. 1-22
Digital Clock Setting Procedure .............................................. 1-29
Disconnecting Switch (DS)...........................................................7-8
Dispose of Waste Properly......................................................... S-30
Dome Light Switch ...................................................................... 1-33
Drain Hydraulic Oil Tank Sump................................................ 7-47
Drive Machine Carefully................................................................4-1
Drive Machine Safely................................................................... S-10
E
Elastomeric Coupling................................................................7-118
Electric Lever Indicator............................................................... 1-16
Electrical Equipment Box Indicator ....................................... 1-18
Electrical System................................................................ 7-73, 11-1
Emergency Escape Device ...........................................................1-5
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Emergency Exit.................................................................................1-6
Emergency Main Motor Stop Indicator................................. 1-16
Emergency Main Motor Stop Switch........................... 1-31, 3-11
Emergency Operation....................................................................1-4
Ensure Safety Before Rising from or Leaving Operator’s
Seat..................................................................................................S-5
Entrance Light Switch.................................................................. 1-35
Evacuating in Case of Fire...................................................S-25, 1-6
Every 10 Hours or Each Shift........................................................2-1
Extending............................................................................................1-3
F Main Motor Run Indicator.......................................................... 1-18
Fasten Your Seat Belt.......................................................................S-6
Fast-filling Indicator...................................................................... 1-16
Fast-filling System......................................................................... 1-38
Follow Safety Instructions.............................................................S-2
G Maintenance Interval Guide...................................................... 7-20
General Precautions for CAB........................................................S-4
Grading Operation........................................................................ 5-10
Greasing............................................................................................ 7-23
H
HANDLING STAIRWAY/EMERGENCY ESCAPE DEVICE . .......1-2
Handle Chemical Products Safely............................................ S-30
Handle Fluids Safely – Avoid Fires........................................... S-18
Headrest Adjustment................................................................... 1-43
Heating.............................................................................................. 1-24
Horn Switch..................................................................................... 1-40
Hour Meter....................................................................................... 1-12
Hydraulic Oil Level Indicator .................................................... 1-14
Hydraulic Oil Overheat Indicator . .......................................... 1-17
Hydraulic Oil Temperature Gauge........................................... 1-11
Hydraulic System..................................................... 7-14, 7-43, 11-2
I Object Handling............................................................................ S-17
Inspect Emergency Escape Device and Hanger................. 7-95
Inspect Machine...............................................................................S-4
Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting.....................................3-1
Inspect Power Cable Daily.............................................................S-9
Inspection and Maintenance of Hydraulic Equipment.... 7-44
Inspection of Cubicle Box..............................................................2-3
Inspection/Maintenance Lights............................................... 7-10
Installation and Adjustment of Mirror and Cameras
(Optional).................................................................................... 1-44
Investigate Job Site Beforehand.................................................S-8
K
Keep Person Clear from Working Area.................................. S-14
Key Pad.............................................................................................. 1-19
Key Switch........................................................................................ 1-30
L P
Left Console..................................................................................... 1-19
Loading Shovel Front Joint Pins............................................... 7-24
Loosen the Track..........................................................................7-103
Lumbar Support Adjustment.................................................... 1-43
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MACHINE NUMBERS . .........................................................................1
MAINTENANCE .................................................................................7-1
MAINTENANCE UNDER SPECIAL ENVIRONMENTAL
CONDITIONS . ..............................................................................9-1
Machine Fire Suppression.......................................................... S-34
Main Motor Ammeter.................................................................. 1-11
Main Motor Bearing .................................................................... 7-32
Main Motor Coil Temperature Gauge.................................... 1-11
Main Motor Overheat Indicator............................................... 1-12
Main Motor Start Congestion Indicator ............................... 1-13
Main Motor Start Switch............................................................. 1-31
Main Motor Stop Switch............................................................. 1-31
Main Motor Stop Switches......................................................... 3-12
Main Motor Voltmeter................................................................. 1-11
Maintenance Light Switch......................................................... 1-34
Maintenance Under Special Environmental Conditions....9-1
Meter Check Screen...................................................................... 1-10
Miscellaneous................................................................................. 7-90
Mode Selection.............................................................................. 11-1
Monitor Contrast Switch............................................................. 1-19
Monitor Display.................................................................................1-9
Move and Operate Machine Safely............................................S-6
N
Never Position Bucket Over Anyone...................................... S-14
Never Undercut a High Bank..................................................... S-15
O
OPERATING MACHINE . ..................................................................5-1
OPERATING MAIN MOTOR.............................................................3-1
OPERATOR’S STATION ....................................................................1-8
Object Handling --- If Equipped............................................... 5-19
Observe Machine Closely..............................................................2-1
Open Access Doors for Service....................................................7-9
Opening Cab Left Window......................................................... 1-47
Operate Machine Safely.................................................................5-9
Operate Only from Operator’s Seat...........................................S-7
Operate with Caution.................................................................. S-16
Operating Backhoe....................................................................... 5-10
Operating in Ground Condition..................................................4-8
Operating Loading Shovel......................................................... 5-13
Operating Lubricator .................................................................. 7-33
Operating on Soft Ground............................................................4-6
Operating Stairway..........................................................................1-2
Operating Tips................................................................................ 5-12
Overnight Storage Instructions................................................ 5-20
Park Machine Safely...................................................................... S-18
Parking Machine...............................................................................4-9
Parking Machine on Slopes..........................................................4-9
Periodic Replacement of Parts.................................................. 7-17
Periodic Replacement of Rubber Hoses................................ 7-18
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Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever.........................................................5-6
Practice Safe Maintenance......................................................... S-19
Precaution for Communication Terminal Equipment
(Optional).................................................................................... S-31
Precaution for High Tension ........................................................7-2
Precaution for WIU (Wireless Interface Unit)
Communication Equipment (Optional)........................... S-33
Precautions for Adjusting Track Sag.....................................7-102
Precautions for Communication Terminal............................ S-30
Precautions for Handling Accumulator................................. S-27
Precautions for Heater Operation........................................... 1-24
Precautions for Lightning........................................................... S-17
Precautions for Operating Electric Excavator...................... 5-16
Precautions for Operations...........................................................S-7
Precautions for Welding and Grinding.................................. S-26
Prepare for Emergencies................................................................S-3
Prepare Machine for Maintenance.............................................7-3
Prevent Battery Explosions........................................................ S-29
Prevent Burns.................................................................................. S-22
Prevent Fires.................................................................................... S-24
Prevent Parts from Flying........................................................... S-21
Prohibited Operation................................................................... 5-13
Protect Against Flying Debris................................................... S-17
Protect Against Noise.....................................................................S-3
Provide Signals for Jobs Involving Multiple Machines.......S-9
Pump Contamination Indicator............................................... 1-17
Pump Transmission ..................................................................... 7-36
Pump Transmission Oil Level Indicator ................................ 1-13
R Travel Alarm........................................................................................4-5
Raise One Track Using Boom and Arm.....................................4-6
Rear Console................................................................................... 1-39
Recirculation Air Filter.................................................................. 7-66
Recognize Safety Information.....................................................S-1
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating............................ S-27
Removing Machine from Storage........................................... 10-2
Replace Bypass Filter Element.................................................. 7-50
Replace Elastomeric Parts........................................................7-118
Replace Full-Flow Filter and Drain Filter Element.............. 7-48
Replace High-Pressure Filter Element.................................... 7-57
Replace Pilot Oil Filter . ............................................................... 7-52
Replace Rubber Hoses Periodically......................................... S-22
Replace Suction Filter.................................................................. 7-54
Replace Tank Air Breather Element . ...................................... 7-58
Replacing Fuses ............................................................................ 7-79
Restriction of Attachment Installation.....................................S-9
Retracting............................................................................................1-3
Right Console.................................................................................. 1-30
S Warming-Up Operation.................................................................5-7
SAFETY ................................................................................................S-1
SAFETY SIGNS . .............................................................................. S-36
SPECIFICATIONS . .......................................................................... 12-1
STORAGE ......................................................................................... 10-1
Seasonal Maintenance................................................................ 7-72
Seat Belt............................................................................................ 1-46
Seat Fore-Aft Adjustment........................................................... 1-41
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Seat Height Adjustment ............................................................ 1-42
Seat Inclination Adjustment...................................................... 1-41
Seat/Armrest/Backrest Fore-Aft Adjustment...................... 1-42
Seat/Backrest Fore-Aft Adjustment ....................................... 1-42
Service Air Conditioning System Safely................................ S-29
Specifications.................................................................................. 12-1
Stairway Position Indicator........................................................ 1-18
Starting and Stopping Main Motor............................................7-5
Starting Check Screen....................................................................1-9
Starting Main Motor........................................................................3-8
Status Indicators............................................................................ 1-18
Stay Clear of Moving Parts......................................................... S-21
Steering Machine Using Levers...................................................4-3
Steering Machine Using Pedals...................................................4-2
Stop Valve Indicator...................................................................... 1-14
Stopping Main Motor.................................................................. 3-10
Storing Machine............................................................................ 10-1
Support Machine Properly......................................................... S-20
Swing Bearing................................................................................. 7-29
Swing Internal Gear . ................................................................... 7-30
Swing Reduction Gear................................................................. 7-39
T
TROUBLESHOOTING . .................................................................. 11-1
Tension Indicator........................................................................... 1-16
Tighten the Track.........................................................................7-103
Towing Machine a Short Distance..............................................4-7
Transmission................................................................................... 7-35
Transporting Machine................................................................. 10-2
Travel Mode Indicator . ............................................................... 1-18
Travel Mode Switch..............................................................1-36, 4-4
Travel Reduction Gear................................................................. 7-41
Turning Power ON............................................................................3-3
U
Understand Signal Words..............................................................S-1
Use a Chain to Prevent Falling Accidents............................. 7-11
Use Correct Lubricants...................................................................7-2
Use Handholds and Steps.............................................................S-5
Using Stairway...................................................................................1-2
V
Ventilation Air Filter...................................................................... 7-67
Ventilation Cab............................................................................... 1-27
Visibility Map for Machine Model EX2600E-6 Personal
Hazard.......................................................................................... S-35
W
Warming-Up Cylinders and Motors...........................................5-8
Warn Others of Service Work.................................................... S-20
Warning Indicators....................................................................... 1-12
Warning Lamp................................................................................ 1-19
Washer Switch................................................................................ 1-20
Wear Protective Clothing..............................................................S-3
Wiper Delay Selector Switch..................................................... 1-20
Wiper Switch................................................................................... 1-20
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Work Light Switch......................................................................... 1-32
Working Range (Backhoe).......................................................... 12-3
Working Range (Loading Shovel)............................................ 12-2

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