Hitachi Zaxis-14-3, Zaxis16-3, Zaxis18-3, Zaxis27-3 Operator Manual

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HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Operator's Manual

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URL:http://www.hitachi-c-m.com

PRINTED IN THE NETHERLANDS (ACI) 2009, 12

EM1NC-EN3-1ZX14

18 27

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Hydraulic Excavator

Serial No. ZX14-3 001001 and up

ZX16-3 003001 and up ZX18-3 005001 and up ZX27-3 007001 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 or equipment damage.

This standard specification machine can be operated under the following conditions without being modified. Atmospheric Temperature: −20°C to 40°C (−4°F to 104°F) Altitude: 0 m to 1500 m (0 ft to 4900 ft)

In case the machine is used under conditions other than described above, consult 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, 3560 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.

This warranty provides you the assurance that Hitachi will back its products where defects appear 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.

Setting fuel delivery above specifications or otherwise overpowering machines will result in such action.

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 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.

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.

INDEX

MACHINE NUMBERS SAFETY SAFETY SIGNS COMPONENTS NAME OPERATOR’S STATION BREAK-IN OPERATING ENGINE DRIVING MACHINE OPERATING MACHINE TRANSPORTING MAINTENANCE

CONSUMABLE PARTS LIST MAINTENANCE UNDER SPECIAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS STORAGE

EM1NC-EN3-1

TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS

OPTIONAL ATTACHMENT AND DEVICE INDEX

CONTENTS

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-2

Wear Protective Clothing..............................................................S-3

Protect Against Noise ....................................................................S-3

Inspect Machine ..............................................................................S-3

Tidy Up Inside Operator’s Space ................................................S-4

Use Handrails and Steps ...............................................................S-4

Never Ride Attachment .................................................................S-4

Adjust Operator’s Seat ...................................................................S-5

Ensure Safety Before Rising from or

Leaving Operator’s Seat ...........................................................S-5

Fasten Your Seat Belt ......................................................................S-5

Move and Operate Machine Safely ...........................................S-6

Operate Only from Operator’s Seat ..........................................S-7

Jump Starting ...................................................................................S-7

Keep Riders Off Machine ..............................................................S-7

Precautions for Operations ..........................................................S-8

Investigate Job Site Beforehand ................................................S-9

Equipment of OPG ....................................................................... S-10

Provide Signals for Jobs Involving

Multiple Machines ..................................................................S-10

Confirm Direction of Machine to be Driven .......................S-10

Drive Machine Safely ................................................................... S-11

Avoid Injury from Rollaway Accidents ..................................S-13

Avoid Injury from Back-over and Swing Accidents ..........S-14

Keep Personnel Clear from Working Area ...........................S-15

Never Position Bucket Over Anyone .....................................S-15

Avoid Undercutting .....................................................................S-15

Avoid Tipping ................................................................................. S-16

Never Undercut a High Bank ....................................................S-16

Dig with Caution ...........................................................................S-17

Operate with Caution ................................................................. S-17

Avoid Power Lines ........................................................................ S-17

Precautions for Lightning .......................................................... S-18

Do Not Use for Craning Operations .......................................S-18

Protect Against Flying Debris ..................................................S-18

Park Machine Safely ..................................................................... S-19

Handle Fluids Safely−Avoid Fires............................................S-19

Safety Transporting .....................................................................S-20

Practice Safe Maintenance ........................................................S-21

Warn Others of Service Work ................................................... S-22

Support Machine Properly ........................................................ S-22

Stay Clear of Moving Parts ........................................................S-23

Prevent Parts from Flying ..........................................................S-23

Store Attachments Safely .......................................................... S-24

Prevent Burns ................................................................................. S-24

Replace Rubber Hoses Periodically ........................................ S-25

Avoid High-pressure Fluids ....................................................... S-25

Prevent Fires ................................................................................... S-26

Evacuating in Case of Fire .......................................................... S-27

Beware of Exhaust Fumes..........................................................S-28

Beware of Asbestos and Silicon Dust and

Other Contamination ............................................................S-28

Precautions for Welding and Grinding .................................S-29

Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines .......................S-29

Avoid Applying Heat to Lines Containing

Flammable Fluids .................................................................... S-29

Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating ........................... S-30

Prevent Battery Explosions ....................................................... S-30

Handle Chemical Products Safely ........................................... S-31

Dispose of Waste Properly ......................................................... S-31

SAFETY SIGNS ............................................................................ S-33

COMPONENTS NAME ................................................................1-1

OPERATOR’S STATION ...............................................................1-3

Pedals, Levers and Monitor Panel ..............................................1-3

Switch Panel .................................................................................1-4

Key Switch ....................................................................................1-5

Monitor Panel ...................................................................................1-6

Alternator Indicator ...................................................................1-6

Fuel Level Indicator ...................................................................1-6

Preheat Indicator ........................................................................1-6

Overheat Indicator ....................................................................1-6

Engine Oil Pressure Indicator.................................................1-7

Hour Meter ...................................................................................1-7

Fuel Gauge (ZX14-3, 16-3, 18-3) ...........................................1-7

Fuel Gauge (ZX27-3) .................................................................1-7

Coolant Temperature Gauge (ZX27-3) ...............................1-7

Coolant Temperature Indicator .............................................1-7

Cab Heater Operation (Cab Equipped Machines) ...............1-8

Heater Operation .......................................................................1-8

Blower Operation .......................................................................1-8

Defroster Operation ..................................................................1-8

Radio (ZX14-3, 16-3, 18-3 Cab Equipped Machines) ..........1-9

AM/FM Radio Operation (Cab Equipped Machine, When

Genuine Radio is Installed) .................................................. 1-10

Part Name and Function ......................................................1-10

Radio Operation ......................................................................1-11

Tuning Procedure ...................................................................1-11

Station Presetting Procedure ..............................................1-12

Deletion of Preset Memory .................................................1-12

Clock Setting Procedure .......................................................1-12

Opening/Closing Cab Front Window (ZX14-3, 16-3, 18-3

Cab Equipped Machines) ..................................................... 1-13

Opening/Closing Cab Front Window (ZX27-3) ..................1-14

Emergency Exit (ZX14-3, 16-3, 18-3 Cab Equipped

Machines) ..................................................................................1-15

Emergency Exit (ZX27-3) ...........................................................1-16

Adjusting Operator’s Seat .........................................................1-17

Seat Fore-Aft Adjustment ....................................................1-17

Tool and Operator’s Manual Box ............................................. 1-18

Seat Belt ........................................................................................... 1-19

Cab Light (Cab Equipped Machines) .....................................1-20

Cab Door Release Lever

(ZX14-3, 16-3, 18-3 Cab Equipped Machines) ..............1-21

Cab Door Release Button (ZX27-3) ........................................1-21

CONTENTS

BREAK-IN .........................................................................................2-1

Breaking in New Machine ............................................................2-1

OPERATING ENGINE ...................................................................3-1

Before Starting Engine ..................................................................3-1

Starting Engine ................................................................................3-2

Check Machine After Starting Engine ......................................3-5

Using Booster Battery ....................................................................3-6

Stopping Engine ..............................................................................3-7

DRIVING MACHINE .....................................................................4-1

Travel Levers .....................................................................................4-1

Travel Mode Switch (ZX16-3, 18-3, 27-3).................................4-3

Traveling on Soft Ground .............................................................4-4

Raise One Track Using Boom and Arm ....................................4-4

Towing Machine ..............................................................................4-5

Driving in Water or on Soft Ground ..........................................4-6

Parking and Stopping on Slopes ...............................................4-7

Parking on Slopes ............................................................................4-7

OPERATING MACHINE ...............................................................5-1

Control Lever (ISO Excavator Pattern) ......................................5-1

Boom-Swing Pedal ..........................................................................5-2

Auxiliary Pedal ..................................................................................5-3

Blade Lever ........................................................................................5-4

Precautions for Blade Operation ................................................5-5

Blade and Track Width

Control Lever Operation (ZX18-3) ........................................5-6

Extending / Retracting Blade Width

(ZX18-3) .........................................................................................5-7

Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever ........................................................5-8

Warming Up Operation .............................................................. 5-10

Warming Up in Cold Weather ..................................................5-10

Operating Backhoe ...................................................................... 5-11

Grading Operation .......................................................................5-12

Avoid Driving Bucket Teeth into Ground ............................. 5-12

Avoid Abusive Operation ..........................................................5-12

Avoid Striking with Bucket ........................................................ 5-13

Avoid Excavation Using Upperstructure and/or

Boom Swing Power ................................................................5-13

Use Correct Track Shoe ...............................................................5-13

Avoid Other Than Specified Machine Operations ............5-14

Precautions for Using Bucket Hook .......................................5-15

Boom Cylinder May Hit Blade ..................................................5-15

Avoid Hitting Blade with Bucket .............................................5-16

Avoid Colliding Blade Against Rocks ..................................... 5-16

Avoid Colliding Boom Cylinder with Track ......................... 5-16

Using Rubber Crawler .................................................................5-17

Pipings for Breaker and Crusher ..............................................5-19

Precautions for Breaker Operation ......................................... 5-20

Precautions for Crusher Operation ........................................ 5-23

Precautions for After Operating Machine............................5-24

Emergency Boom Lowering Procedure ...............................5-25

TRANSPORTING ...........................................................................6-1

Transporting by Road ....................................................................6-1

Trailer Loading/Unloading ...........................................................6-1

Loading ...............................................................................................6-2

Securing Machine to Trailer for Transportation ....................6-3

Unloading ..........................................................................................6-4

Lifting Machine with Crane .........................................................6-5

MAINTENANCE .............................................................................7-1

Procedures .........................................................................................7-1

Prepare Machine for Inspection/Maintenance .....................7-2

Opening/Closing Engine Access Covers .................................7-3

Opening/Closing Tank Covers (ZX27-3) ..................................7-4

Opening/Closing Right Side Covers (ZX27-3) .......................7-5

Daily Inspection ...............................................................................7-6

Periodic Replacement of Parts ....................................................7-8

Maintenance Guide ........................................................................7-9

Brand Names of Recommended

Oil and Lubricants ................................................................... 7-12

A. Greasing ......................................................................................7-15

Front Joint Pins (Incl. Swing Post Joint Pins) .................7-15

Bucket and Link Pins .............................................................. 7-18

Blade Pins (ZX27-3).................................................................7-18

Swing Bearing .........................................................................7-19

Swing Internal Gear ...............................................................7-20

Control Lever Universal Joint ..............................................7-20

B. Engine .......................................................................................... 7-21

Engine Oil .................................................................................7-21

Change Engine Oil / Replace Engine Oil Filter .............7-22

C. Transmission ..............................................................................7-24

Travel Reduction Gear ...........................................................7-24

D. Hydraulic System ..................................................................... 7-27

Check Hydraulic Oil Level ...................................................7-28

Drain Hydraulic Oil Tank Sump ..........................................7-29

Change Hydraulic Oil ............................................................7-30

Clean Suction Filter ................................................................7-33

Replace Full Flow Filter ........................................................7-34

Replace Pilot Filter ................................................................. 7-35

Check Hoses and Lines .........................................................7-37

E. Fuel System ................................................................................ 7-44

Check Water Separator .........................................................7-45

Drain Fuel Tank Sump ...........................................................7-46

Replace Fuel Filter ...................................................................7-47

Check Fuel Hoses ....................................................................7-48

F. Air Cleaner ................................................................................... 7-49

Clean Air Cleaner Element ................................................... 7-49

Replace Air Cleaner Element...............................................7-49

G. Cooling System ........................................................................ 7-51

Check Coolant Level .............................................................7-53

Check and Adjust Fan Belt Tension ...................................7-53

Change Coolant ....................................................................... 7-56

Clean Radiator ..........................................................................7-58

Clean Air Conditioner Condenser ..................................... 7-58

H. Electrical System ......................................................................7-59

Battery .........................................................................................7-59

Replacing Fuses ....................................................................... 7-63

I. Miscellaneous ............................................................................. 7-64

Check Bucket Teeth for Looseness and/or Wear ......... 7-64

Replace Bucket.........................................................................7-66

Adjust Track Sag (Rubber Crawler) and Check for

Damage ................................................................................7-67

CONTENTS

Replace Rubber Track ............................................................7-69

Check Track Sag (Steel Crawler) (Optional)

(ZX27-3 Only) ...................................................................... 7-71

Check and Replace Seat Belt ............................................... 7-74

Clean Cab Floor (Cab Equipped Machines) ................... 7-75

Check Injection Nozzle .........................................................7-76

Adjust Valve Clearance ..........................................................7-76

Measure Engine Compression Pressure..........................7-76

Check Starter and Alternator .............................................. 7-76

Check Radiator Cap ................................................................ 7-76

Check Crankcase Breather ................................................... 7-76

Check Tightening Torque of Bolts and Nuts ..................7-77

CONSUMABLE PARTS LIST ......................................................8-1

MAINTENANCE UNDER SPECIAL ENVIRONMENTAL

CONDITIONS ..................................................................................9-1

STORAGE ...................................................................................... 10-1

Storing Machine............................................................................10-1

Removing Machine from Storage ..........................................10-2

TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................11-1

Impossible to Start Engine ........................................................ 11-1

Engine ............................................................................................... 11-2

Electrical System ........................................................................... 11-5

Mode Selection .............................................................................11-6

Control Levers ................................................................................ 11-7

Hydraulic System ..........................................................................11-7

SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................12-1

Specifications ZX14-3 ................................................................

Working Ranges ZX14-3 ........................................................... 12-2

Bucket Types and Applications ZX14-3 ...............................12-3

Specifications ZX16-3 ................................................................ 12-4

Working Ranges ZX16-3 ........................................................... 12-5

Bucket Types and Applications ZX16-3 ..............................12-6

Specifications ZX18-3 ................................................................ 12-7

Working Ranges ZX18-3 ........................................................... 12-8

Bucket Types and Applications ZX18-3 ...............................12-9

Specifications ZX27-3 ..............................................................12-10

Working Ranges ZX27-3 .........................................................12-11

Bucket Types and Applications ZX27-3 .............................12-12

Noise Level Results (2000/14/CE, art. VI) ............................12-13

Vibration Level .............................................................................12-13

Special Specification .................................................................12-14

OPTIONAL ATTACHMENT AND DEVICE ..........................13-1

Ignition Block System (Optional) ............................................ 13-1

INDEX ............................................................................................. 14-1

12-1

CONTENTS

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MACHINE NUMBERS

The manufacturing Nos. explained in this group is the individual number (serial No.) given to each machine and hydraulic 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

MODEL/TYPE:________________

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:

___________________________

Product Identification Number

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:

___________________________

NOTE:

f

*HCM1NC00X00001001*

Marks to indicate the start and end of the PIN

ZX14-3, 16-3, 18-3

ZX27-3

M1NC-00-001

M1N7-00-001

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN)

ZX14-3, 16-3, 18-3

ZX27-3

M1NC-00-002

M1N7-00-002

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Engine

TYPE:

MFG. NO.:

MACHINE NUMBERS

Travel Motor

TYPE:

MFG. NO.:

ZX14-3, 16-3, 18-3

ZX27-3

M1NC-00-003

M1NC-00-015

Swing Motor

TYPE:

MFG. NO.:

M1NC-00-004

M1NC-00-005

2

Hydraulic Pump

TYPE:

MFG. NO.:

MACHINE NUMBERS

ZX14-3, 16-3, 18-3

ZX27-3

M1NC-00-006

M1NC-00-016

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MACHINE NUMBERS

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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.

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.

SA-688

• 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.

• fNOTE indicates an additional explanation for an element of information.

SA-1223

S-1

SAFETY

Follow Safety Instructions

• Carefully read and follow all safety signs on the machine as well as all safety messages in this manual.

• Safety signs must be installed, maintained and replaced if damaged.

• 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).

• Allow only properly trained, qualified, authorized personnel to operate the machine.

• Learn how to correctly operate and service the machine.

• Keep your machine in proper working condition.

• Always operate the machine within the specification.

• Unauthorized modifications of the machine may impair the functions and/or safety and affect machine life and the warranty will become void.

• 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 possible hazardous situation you may encounter. If you have any questions concerning safety, you should first consult your supervisor and/or your authorized dealer before operating or performing maintenance work on the machine.

SA-003

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 service, hospital, and fire department posted near your telephone.

SA-437

S-2

SAFETY

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 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.

SA-438

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.

Inspect Machine

• If any abnormality is found, be sure to repair it immediately before operating the machine.

• In the walk-around inspection, be sure to cover all points described in the “Before Starting Engine” section in the operator’s manual.

SA-434

S-3

SA-435

SAFETY

Tidy Up Inside Operator’s Space

• Always keep inside the operator’s space clean by observing instructions below, to prevent any personal accidents from occurring.

• Remove mud and/or oily material from the shoe soles

before entering the operator’s space. If pedals are operated without removing mud or oily matter, the foot may slip off the pedal, possibly creating a hazardous situation.

• Do not leave parts and/or tools around the operator’s

seat.

• 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.

• Do not wear radio or music headphones and do not use a

cell phone while traveling or operating the machine.

• Never allow hazardous materials such as combustible

and/or explosive material in the operator’s space.

• Do not leave cigarette lighters in the cab. If the

temperature in the cab increases, the lighter may explode.

Use Handrails and Steps

• Falling is one of the major causes of personal injury.

• When you get on and off the machine, always use the

crawler instead of the step for safety. Also get on and off from the position of the crawler that can secure your feet space enough.

• When you get on and off the machine, always face the

machine.

• 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.

• In case adhered slippery material such as oil, grease,

or mud is present on steps, handrails, or platforms, thoroughly remove such material.

Never Ride Attachment

• Never allow anyone to ride attachments or the load. This is an extremely dangerous practice.

SA-439

S-4

SAFETY

Adjust Operator’s Seat

• A poorly adjusted seat for either the operator or the work at hand may quickly fatigue the operator leading to misoperation of the machine.

• The seat should be adjusted whenever the operator for the machine changes.

• The operator should be able to fully depress the pedals and to correctly operate the control levers with his back firmly against the seat back.

• If not, readjust the seat forward or backward, and check again.

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 into contact with a control lever, 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. Turn the key switch OFF to stop the engine.

• Before leaving the machine, close all windows, doors, and access covers and lock them up.

SA-378

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.

• Be sure to remain seated with the seat belt securely fastened whenever operating the machine.

• 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. Replace the seat belt at least once every 3 years regardless of appearance.

S-5

SA-237

SAFETY

Move and Operate Machine Safely

• Always be aware that there is a potential danger around the machine while operating the machine.

• 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).

• Before starting to move or operate the machine, sound the travel alarm and horn to alert bystanders.

• Use a signal person when moving, swinging, or operating the machine in congested areas. Locate the signal person so that the operator can always witness the signal person.

• Coordinate the meanings of all safety signs, hand signals and marks before starting the machine. Appoint a person who is responsible to make a signal and/or guidance.

• Never allow any persons or obstacles to enter the machine operation areas.

• Use appropriate illumination. Check that all lights are operable before operating the machine. If any faulty illumination is present, immediately repair it.

SA-1291

S-6

SAFETY

Operate Only from Operator’s Seat

• Inappropriate engine starting procedures may cause the machine to runaway, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.

• Start the engine only when seated in the operator’s seat.

• NEVER start the engine while standing on the tracks or on ground.

• Do not start engine by shorting across starter terminals. A hazardous situation may be created and/or possible damage to the machine may result.

• Before starting the engine, confirm that all control levers are in neutral.

Jump Starting

• Failure to follow correct jump starting procedures could result in a battery explosion or a runaway machine.

• If the engine must be jump started, be sure to follow the instructions shown in the “OPERATING ENGINE” chapter.

• The operator must be seated in the operator’s seat so that the machine will be under control when the engine starts. Jump starting is a two-person operation.

• Never use a frozen battery.

• Failure to follow correct jump starting procedures could result in a battery explosion or a runaway machine.

SA-444

Keep Riders Off Machine

• Riders on machine are subject to injury such as being struck by foreign objects and being thrown off the machine.

• Riders also obstruct the operator’s view, resulting in the machine being operated in an unsafe manner.

• Only the operator is allowed on the machine. Keep riders off.

SA-032

SA-1292

S-7

Precautions for Operations

WARNING: Thoroughly make certain safety at the

d

work site before starting operations. Especially always observe the following points.

• Be sure to install the overhead cab guard before operating the machine in areas where the possibility of falling stones or debris exists.

• If operation on soft ground is required, sufficiently reinforce the ground beforehand.

• Be sure to wear close fitting clothing and required safety items, such as a helmet, when operating the machine.

• Keep all bystanders and unnecessary objects out of and away from the machine working areas. Always beware of the surroundings while operating the machine. Take care not to allow the rear part of the upperstructure to come into contact with objects when swinging the machine in a small area.

• When loading a dump truck, bring the bucket from the rear side of the dump truck to avoid moving the bucket over the dump truck cab or over any co-workers.

SAFETY

M586-12-012

S-8

SAFETY

Investigate Job Site Beforehand

• When working at the edge of an excavation or on a road shoulder, the machine could tip over due to collapse of the ground, 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, employ a signal person as required.

• Never allow bystanders to enter the working area such as swing radius or traveling range.

• When the footing is weak, reinforce the ground before starting work.

• When working on frozen ground, be extremely alert. As ambient temperatures rise, footing may become loose and slippery.

• When operating the machine near open flame, sparks, and/or dead grass, a fire may easily break out. Use special care not to cause a fire.

• Make sure the work site ground has sufficient strength to firmly support the machine. When working close to an excavation or on road shoulders, operate the machine with the tracks positioned perpendicular to the cliff face with travel motors at the rear and with the blade at the front, so that the machine can more easily evacuate if the cliff face collapses.

• If working at the bottom of a cliff or on 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 in that area.

• Soft ground may collapse when operating the machine on it, possibly causing the machine to tip over. When working on soft ground is required, be sure to reinforce the ground first using large pieces of steel plates strong enough and firm 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. Operate the machine slowly to ensure safe operation.

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Equipment of OPG

• In case the machine is operated in areas where the possibility of falling stones or debris exists, equip genuine Hitachi OPG guard. Contact your nearest Hitachi dealer for installation method of the OPG guard. Depending on the specifications applied to your machine, modification of the machine to meet ROPS standards will be possible.

• To maintain unimpaired operator protection and manufacture's protective structure.

• Damaged ROPS, OPG guard must be replaced, not repaired or revised.

• Any alternation to the ROPS or OPG guard must be approved by the manufacturer.

ROPS : Roll Over Protective Structure OPG : Operator Protective Guard

Provide Signals for Jobs Involving Multiple Machines

SAFETY

• In case more than one machine is operated in the same job site, accidental collision between machines may cause serious injury or death.

• 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.

Confirm Direction of Machine to be Driven

• Incorrect travel pedal/lever operation may result in serious injury death.

• Before driving the machine, confirm the position of the undercarriage in relation to the operator’s position.

• If the travel motors are located towards the front of the cab, the machine will move in the reverse direction when travel pedals/levers are operated.

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SAFETY

Drive Machine Safely

• Use a signal person when traveling the machine along road shoulders or in congested areas.

• Driving the machine in the incorrect direction may result in serious injury or death and/or severe damage to property.

• Before driving the machine, always confirm that the travel pedals/levers 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 (B) degrees or steeper slopes.

B : ZX14-3, 16-3, 18-3 : 25˚

ZX27-3 : 30˚

• Be sure to fasten the seat belt.

• When driving up or down a slope, keep the bucket facing the direction of travel, approximately 200 to 300 mm (8 to 12 in) (A) above the ground.

• If machine starts to skid or becomes unstable, immediately lower the bucket to the ground and stop.

• Driving across the face of a slope or steering on a 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.

• If the engine stalls on a slope, immediately lower the bucket to the ground. Return the control levers to neutral. Then, restart the engine.

• 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.

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SAFETY

• Traveling down a slope in the fast mode requires a longer time to stop the machine.

When traveling down a slope, place engine control lever

(1) in the TURTLE position.

• Use a signal person when moving, swinging or operating 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.

• 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 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 roller.

• When traveling on rough terrain, reduce engine speed. 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 before driving the machine on snowy and/or frozen roads, or loading and unloading the machine for transportation, to prevent the machine from slipping.

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SAFETY

Avoid Injury from Rollaway Accidents

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

• Park the machine in compliance with the safe parking procedures described on page S-19 to prevent the machine from running away.

• Block both tracks and lower the bucket to the ground, thrust the bucket teeth into the ground if you must park on a grade.

• Park at a reasonable distance from other machines.

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SAFETY

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.

• 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 signalman 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 operator’s manual.

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SAFETY

Keep Personnel Clear from Working Area

• If a person is present near the operating machine, the person may come into contact with the swinging front attachment or counterweight and/or may be crushed against an other object, resulting in serious injury or death.

• 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.

• Make sure that no personnel other than the signal person or no obstacles are present in the working area before operating the machine.

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.

• Never allow the bucket to pass over anyone to avoid personal injury or death.

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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 raise the front attachment in a panic. Lowering the front attachment may be safer in most cases.

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SAFETY

Avoid Tipping

• 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.

• 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.

Never Undercut a High Bank

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

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SAFETY

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.

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.

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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 (10 ft) 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.

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SAFETY

Precautions for Lightning

• The machine is vulnerable to lightning strikes.

• In the event of an electrical storm, immediately stop operation, and lower the bucket to the ground. Evacuate to a safe place far away from the machine.

• After the electrical storm has passed, check all of the machine safety devices for any failure. If any failed safety devices are found, operate the machine only after repairing them.

Do Not Use for Craning Operations

• NEVER use the machine for craning operations. If the machine is used for craning operations, the machine may tip over and/or lifted load may fall, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.

• This machine has been exclusively designed to engage in excavation and loading works.

• This machine is not equipped with any of the necessary safety devices that could allow the machine to be used for craning operation.

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Protect Against Flying Debris

• If flying debris such as soil, rock fragments or metal pieces hit eyes or any other part of the body, serious injury may result.

• Guard against such injuries when working in a job site where possibility of flying pieces of metal or debris exist, or when removing or installing pins using a hammer; wear goggles or safety glasses.

• Keep bystanders away from the working area before striking any object.

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