Unsafe use of this machine may cause serious injury
or death. Operators and maintenance personnel
must read this manual before operating or
maintaining this machine.
This manual should be kept inside the cab for
reference and periodically reviewed by all personnel
who will come into contact with the machine.
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FOREWORD
1.1FOREWORD
• This manual has been carried out by Komatsu Utility in order to supply their customers with all the necessary information on the machine and the safety regulations related to it, together with the use and maintenance instructions that enable the operator to exploit the capacity of the machine with optimal results and to keep the machine
efficient over time.
• The operation manual, together with the spare parts catalogue, is an integral part of the machine and must accompany it, even when it is resold, until its final disposal.
• The manual must be handled with the greatest care and always kept on board the machine, so that it can be
consulted at any moment; it must be placed in the appropriate compartment inside the seat support, where also
the ownership documents and the logbook are usually kept.
• This manual must be given to the persons who have to use the machine and carry out the routine maintenance
operations; they must read the contents carefully more than once, in such a way as to clearly understand what
are the correct operating conditions and the dangerous conditions that must be avoided.
In case of loss or damage, request a new copy to Komatsu Utility or your Komatsu Utility Dealer.
• The illustrations contained in this manual may represent machine configurations available on request.
Komatsu Utility machines are constantly improved in order to increase their efficiency and reliability; this manual
sums up all the information regarding the most recent techniques applied at the moment in which the machine is
marketed.
For any further and/or updated information, contact your Komatsu Utility Dealer.
• Punctual periodic annotations regarding the maintenance operations that have been carried out are important to
have a clear prospect of the situation and to know exactly what has been done and what has to be done after the
next maintenance interval. Therefore, it is advisable to consult either the hour meter and the maintenance plan
frequently.
• Over the years Komatsu Utility Dealers have gathered considerable experience in customer service.
If more information is needed, do not hesitate to contact your Komatsu Utility Dealer: he always knows how to
get the best performance from the machine, he can suggest the use of the equipment that is most suitable for
specific needs and can provide the technical assistance necessary for any change that may be required to con-
form the machine to the safety standards and traffic rules.
Furthermore, Komatsu Utility Dealers also ensure their assistance for the supply of Komatsu Utility genuine
spare parts, which alone guarantee safety and interchangeability.
• The table included in this manual must be filled in with the machine data, which are the data that must always be
indicated to the Dealer when requiring assistance and ordering spare parts.
CAUTION
• The incorrect use of the machine and inappropriate maintenance operations may cause serious injuries
and even death.
• Operators and maintenance personnel must carefully read this manual before using the machine or performing maintenance operations.
• Any serious accident that may occur during the use of the machine or during maintenance operations is
due to failure to comply with the instructions given herein.
• The procedures and precautions described in this manual are valid for application to the machine only
when it is used correctly.
If the machine is used for any purpose or in any way other than those described herein, the operator
shall be responsible for his own safety and for the safety of any other person involved.
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INFORMATION ON SAFETY
1.2INFORMATION ON SAFETY
Many accidents are caused by insufficient knowledge of and failure to comply with the safety regulations pre-
scribed for the maintenance operations that must be performed on the machine.
In order to avoid accidents, before starting work and before carrying out any maintenance operation, carefully read
and be sure to understand all the information and warnings contained in this manual and given on the plates ap-
plied onto the machine, so that you can follow the instructions without making mistakes.
To identify the messages regarding safety that are included in this manual and written on the machine plates, the
following words have been used.
DANGER
• This word is used in the safety warnings in the manual and on the plates when the situation is danger-
ous and it may possibly result in serious injuries or even death.
These messages describe the safety precautions to be taken in order to avoid any risk. Non-compliance
with these instructions may also result in serious damage to the machine.
CAUTION
• This word is used in the safety warnings in the manual and on the plates to signal risks that may cause
moderate damage or injuries.
The message can be used even to indicate the risk of damage to the machine only.
IMPORTANT
• This word is used when precautions are indicated, which must be taken to avoid actions that may shorten the life of the machine.
Komatsu Utility cannot reasonably predict every circumstance that might involve a potential hazard during the operation or maintenance of the machine; for this reason, the safety messages included in this manual and applied
onto the machine may not include all possible safety precautions.
If all the procedures and operations prescribed for this machine are kept to, you can be sure that the operator and
the persons in the vicinity can work in total safety, with no risk of damaging the machine. In case of doubt regarding the safety measures necessary for some procedures, contact Komatsu Utility or your local Dealer.
DANGER
• Before starting any maintenance operation, position the machine on a firm and level surface, lower the
equipment to the ground, engage the safety locks of either the equipment and the controls and stop the
engine.
DANGER
• To make the information clearer, some illustrations in this manual represent the machine without safety
guards. Do not use the machine without guards and do not start the engine when the engine protection
casing is open, if this is not expressly prescribed for some specific maintenance operations.
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INFORMATION ON SAFETY
DANGER
• It is strictly forbidden to modify the setting of the hydraulic system safety valves; Komatsu Utility cannot
be held liable for any damage to persons, property or the machine, if this has been tampered with by
modifying the standard setting of the hydraulic system.
DANGER
• Before carrying out any electrical welding, disconnect the battery and the alternator (See "2.8.13 PRECAUTIONS CONCERNING THE BATTERY AND THE ALTERNATOR").
DANGER
• Install only authorized additional equipment (See "6.1 ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS - GENERAL INFORMATION").
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INTRODUCTION
1.3INTRODUCTION
1.3.1INTENDED USES
The Komatsu Utility MACHINES described in this manual have been designed and constructed to be used mainly
for EXCAVATION and EARTH-MOVING OPERATIONS.
If provided with suitable safety devices, they can be used with authorized optional equipment having the characteristics illustrated at point “6. AUTHORIZED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT”.
1.3.2IMPROPER OR UNAUTHORIZED USES
CAUTION
• This paragraph describes some of the improper or unauthorized uses of the machine; since it is impossible to predict all the possible improper uses, if the machine happens to be used for particular applications, contact your Komatsu Utility Dealer before carrying out the work.
IMPORTANT
• The instructions regarding the authorized optional equipment are given in the relevant operation and
maintenance manuals; if the equipment is supplied by Komatsu Utility, these publications are enclosed
to this manual.
• The instructions regarding the assembly of the authorized equipment, the controls requiring special arrangements on the machine and the hydraulic couplings necessary for the operation of the equipment
are grouped in the final section of this manual.
Komatsu Utility MACHINES are constructed exclusively for the handling, excavation and treatment of inert materials; therefore, the following uses are absolutely forbidden:
• USE OF THE MACHINE BY MINORS OR INEXPERIENCED PERSONS.
• USE OF THE MACHINE FOR LIFTING PERSONS OR OBJECTS.
• TRANSPORT OF CONTAINERS WITH FLAMMABLE OR DANGEROUS FLUIDS.
• USE OF THE BUCKET FOR DRIVING OR EXTRACTING PILES.
• USE OF THE MACHINE FOR TOWING DAMAGED VEHICLES.
1.3.3MAIN CHARACTERISTICS
• Simple and easy operation.
• Hydrostatic transmission obtained through two axial piston motors that operate epicyclic reduction gears.
• Rotation of the upper structure achieved by means of an axial piston hydraulic motor acting on an epicyclic reduction gear.
• Main equipment servolevers ensuring also combined movements that can be modulated proportionally and continually.
• Pedal controls for the boom swing and the optional equipment.
• Lever controls for travel and blade.
• Travel speed increase achieved through a pedal-operated push button.
• Complete series of instruments visible from the operating position.
• Lever accelerator.
• Easy maintenance with simplified intervals.
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INTRODUCTION
1.3.4RUNNING-IN
Every machine is scrupulously adjusted and tested before delivery.
A new machine, however, must be used carefully for the first 100 hours, in order to ensure proper running-in of the
various components.
If the machine is subjected to excessive work load at the beginning of operation, its potential yield and its function-
ality will be shortly and untimely reduced.
Every new machine must be used carefully, paying special attention to the following indications:
• After the start, let the engine idle for 5 minutes, in such a way as to warm it up gradually before actual operation.
• Avoid operating the machine with the limit loads allowed or at high speed.
• Avoid abrupt starts or accelerations, useless sudden decelerations and abrupt reversals.
• After the first 250 hours, carry out the following operations, in addition to those to be performed every 250 hours:
1 - Change the oil in the travel reduction gears.
2 - Check and adjust the engine valve clearance.
SYNTHETIC BIODEGRADABLE OIL TYPE HEES
On machines in which the synthetic biodegradable oil type HEES is used, the following operations are to be performed besides the standard maintenance operations:
• After the first 50 hours of operation, change the hydraulic circuit drain filter.
• After the first 500 hours of operation, change the hydraulic circuit oil.
IMPORTANT
• When changing the oil filters (cartridges), check their inner part to make sure that there are no deposits.
If considerable deposits are observed, find out what may have caused them before starting the machine.
• The number of operating hours is indicated by the hour meter.
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
1.4PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
The Komatsu Utility EXCAVATOR and its main components are identified by serial numbers stamped on the iden-
tification plates.
The serial number and the identification numbers of the components are the only numbers that must be indicated
to the Dealer when requiring assistance and ordering spare parts.
1.4.1 MACHINE SERIAL NUMBER
The machine serial number is stamped on the front upper part of
the main frame, on the left side.
RKA01330
1.4.2 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION PLATE
AND PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (PIN)
The Komatsu Utility EXCAVATORS described in the present manual are provided with the CE mark, which certifies that they are in
compliance with the harmonized standards of the European Com-
munity.
The plate provided with the mark is applied onto the front wall of
the main frame, on the left side.
Product Identification Number
MANUFACTURER
KOMATSU UTILITY EUROPE S.p.A 36025 NOVENTA VICENTINA (VI) - I
UNDER LICENSE OF KOMATSU LTD., TOKYO, JAPAN
MODEL
Product Identification Number
MODEL
SERIAL No.
MANUFACT.YEAR
MASS
ENGINE POWER
SERIAL No.
MANUFACT.YEAR
MASS
ENGINE POWER
RKA01331
kg
kw
22L-09-R1370
RWA39210
kg
kw
MANUFACTURER
KOMATSU UTILITY EUROPE S.p.A 36025 NOVENTA VICENTINA (VI) - I
UNDER LICENSE OF KOMATSU LTD., TOKYO, JAPAN
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1.4.3 ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER AND
EXHAUST GAS EMISSION PLATE
The serial number is stamped on the plate positioned on the upper side of the tappet cover.
The exhaust gas emission plates are positioned on the upper side
of the tappet cover and on the inner right side of the counterweight.
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
RKAA0350
1.4.4 TRAVEL REDUCTION GEAR SERIAL
NUMBER
The serial number is stamped on the plate positioned inside the
travel reduction gear and can be seen after removing the cover
(1).
RKAA0360
RKAA0370
1
RKAA0300
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1.4.5 SWING REDUCTION GEAR SERIAL
NUMBER
The serial number is stamped on the plate positioned on the upper side of the swing motor.
1.4.6 CAB SERIAL NUMBER
The CAB serial number is stamped on the plate positioned on the
top left side.
• The safety plates must always be legible and in good conditions; for this reason, if they are dirty with dust, oil or
grease, it is necessary to clean them with a solution made of water and detergent.
Do not use fuel, petrol or solvents.
• If the plates are damaged, ask for new ones to Komatsu Utility or to your Komatsu Utility Dealer.
• In case of replacement of a component provided with a safety plate, make sure that this plate is applied also on
the new piece.
• The machine can be provided with other plates in addition to those indicated below; keep also to the instructions
given in the additional plates, in any case.
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RKA01360
SAFETY, NOISE AND VIBRATION PLATES
2.1.2PICTOGRAMS AND RELEVANT MEANINGS
The warning and danger plates applied onto the machine are accompanied or represented by pictograms.
The personnel in charge with the operation and maintenance of the machine must know the symbols contained in
the pictograms perfectly; the following description illustrates what they look like and their respective meanings.
DANGER IN THE WORK AREA
• Do not approach or stand within the equipment operating radius
when the boom and the bucket are raised.
DO NOT OPEN THE HOOD
• Do not open or remove the hood when the engine is running.
CONSULT THE MANUAL
• Carefully read the contents of the manual before using the machine or performing maintenance operations.
3F05B2612
3F30B2612
RWA00020
RWA00010
SAFETY DISTANCE
• Do not get too near the machine and do not stand within its operating radius.
09651-A0481
RWA00030
22L-98-22270
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CAB LIFTING SAFETY LOCK
FILLING THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM WITH OIL
• (Only for machines in which the synthetic biodegradable
oil type HEES is used)
SAFETY, NOISE AND VIBRATION PLATES
22L-98-R2390
RKA01380
HYDRAULIC OIL TOPPING UP
REFUELLING
BIO-OIL
RWA00050
D
RWA00040
RWA34380
ENGINE LUBRICATING OIL FILTER
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RWA00080
FUEL FILTER
ENGINE AIR SUCTION FILTER
ENGINE COOLANT
SAFETY, NOISE AND VIBRATION PLATES
D
RWA00060
RWA00090
ENGINE COOLANT PRESSURE
HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL
RWA00130
RWA00110
RWA00100
HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER
RWA00070
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ELECTRIC OUTLET
SAFETY, NOISE AND VIBRATION PLATES
ANCHORAGE POINT
EMERGENCY EXIT
RWA00120
12 V
RWA00200
RWA00190
LIFTING POINT
RWA04920
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LIFTING CAPACITIES (PC30MR-2)
SAFETY, NOISE AND VIBRATION PLATES
LIFTING CAPACITIES (PC35MR-2)
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2.1.3POSITION OF THE NOISE PLATES
ON MACHINES WITH CAB
• The noise plates must always be legible and in good conditions;
for this reason, if they are dirty with dust, oil or grease, it is nec
essary to clean them with a solution made of water and deter-
gent.
Do not use fuel, petrol or solvents.
• If the plates are damaged, ask for new ones to Komatsu Utility
or to your Komatsu Utility Dealer.
• In case of replacement of a component provided with a noise
plate, make sure that this plate is applied also on the new piece.
SAFETY, NOISE AND VIBRATION PLATES
-
RKA01410
RKA01530
NOISE OUTSIDE THE CAB
• This value indicates the noise level outside the machine and refers to the noise perceived by persons in the vicinity of the work area.
PC30MR-2
RKA01500
2000/14/EC
PC35MR-2
RKA01510
2000/14/EC
NOISE INSIDE THE CAB
• This value indicates the maximum noise level perceived by the operator’s ears inside the cab when this is completely closed.
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PC30MR-2
RKA01390
ISO 6396
PC35MR-2
RKA01520
ISO 6396
SAFETY, NOISE AND VIBRATION PLATES
2.1.4POSITION OF THE NOISE PLATES
ON MACHINES WITH CANOPY
• The noise plates must always be legible and in good conditions;
for this reason, if they are dirty with dust, oil or grease, it is nec
essary to clean them with a solution made of water and deter-
gent.
Do not use fuel, petrol or solvents.
• If the plates are damaged, ask for new ones to Komatsu Utility
or to your Komatsu Utility Dealer.
• In case of replacement of a component provided with a noise
plate, make sure that this plate is applied also on the new piece.
EXTERNAL NOISE
• This value indicates the noise level outside the machine and refers to the noise perceived by persons in the vici-
nity of the work area.
-
RKA01420
PC30MR-2
RKA01500
2000/14/EC
PC35MR-2
RKA01510
2000/14/EC
2.1.5VIBRATIONS TO WHICH THE OPERATOR IS SUBJECTED
• According to the results of the tests carried out to determine the vibrations transmitted to the operator by the ma-
chine, the upper limbs are subjected to vibrations lower than 2.5 m/sq.sec., while the seated part of the body is
subjected to vibrations lower than 0.5 m/sq.sec.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
2.2GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
2.2.1GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• Only trained and authorized personnel can use the machine and perform maintenance operations.
• Follow all the safety rules, precautions and instructions when using the machine or performing maintenance operations.
• When working with other operators or when the work site is often occupied by other operators, make sure that
everyone knows and understands all the agreed signals and, in any case, that everyone works in such a way as
to be able to see the machine and to be visible to the operator.
2.2.2SAFETY DEVICES AND GUARDS
• Make sure that all the guards and covers are in the correct position. Have guards and covers changed or repaired if damaged. Neither use the machine without guards, nor remove the guards when the engine is running.
• Always use the proper safety devices to lock the machine when parking and fasten the safety belt.
• Do not remove the safety devices and always keep them in good operating conditions.
• Any improper use of the safety devices may result in serious injuries or even death.
2.2.3CLOTHING AND PERSONAL
PROTECTION ITEMS
• Do not wear large or loose clothes, rings and watches and do
not approach the machine with loose long hair, since they can
get entagled in the moving parts of the machine and cause seri
ous injuries or damage.
Avoid also wearing clothes dirty with oil or fuel, since they are
flammable.
• Wear a hard hat, goggles, safety shoes, mask, gloves and
headphones when operating the machine or performing mainte
nance operations.
• Always wear safety goggles, a hard hat and heavy gloves if
your job involves scattering metal chips or minute materials;
these precautions are particularly useful when driving the equip
ment connection pins with a hammer and when blowing com-
pressed air into the air filter and the radiator to clean them.
During these operations, make also sure that no one is standing
or working near the machine without the necessary protections.
• When working for 8 hours with a noise level exceeding 90 dBA,
it is necessary to use headphones or ear plugs and be particu
larly careful, especially at the end of the work shift.
-
-
-
-
RKA00510
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
2.2.4UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS
• Any modification made without the authorization of Komatsu Utility can involve hazards.
• Before making a modification, consult your Komatsu Utility Dealer. Komatsu Utility declines any responsibility for
injuries or damage caused by unauthorized modifications.
2.2.5LEAVING THE OPERATOR’S SEAT
• When leaving the operator’s seat, even if temporarily, make
sure that the machine is in a safe position. (See
ING THE MACHINE").
• Before leaving the operator’s seat, carry out the following operations in the sequence indicated below:
1 - Rest the equipment onto the ground.
2 - Connect the safety devices of the boom swing, optional
equipment and upper structure rotation controls.
"2.4.13 PARK-
3 - Lock the equipment control by shifting the safety device le-
ver to the lock position.
4 - Stop the engine (See "3.3.3 STOPPING THE ENGINE").
5 - If you have to go so far away that you will not be able to
see the machine, extract the ignition key.
CABIN
CANOPY
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
2.2.6GETTING ON AND OFF THE
MACHINE
• Do not jump on or off the machine, either when it is at rest and
when it is moving.
• When getting on or off the machine, always use the handles
and the tracks; get on and off the machine very carefully.
• Never hold or rest on the control levers.
• Either when getting on and when getting off the machine, al-
ways maintain three points of contact (holding or resting points),
in order to avoid losing your balance and falling down.
• Tighten the handle connection screws if they are loose and
clean the handles and tracks if they are dirty with oil or grease.
Carefully clean the cab floor if it is dirty with oil, grease, mud or
rubble.
CANOPY
CABIN
2.2.7PREVENTING FIRES DUE TO FUEL
AND OIL
Fuel, oil and some types of antifreeze can be easily ignited if they
get in contact with a flame. Fuel is particularly flammable and
therefore extremely hazardous.
• Keep any naked flame away from flammable fluids.
• Stop the engine and do not smoke when refuelling.
• Top up with fuel and oil only after stopping the engine and in
well ventilated areas.
• Top up with fuel and oil in a well delimited area and do not allow
unauthorized persons to approach.
• When refuelling, hold the fuel gun firmly and keep it constantly
in contact with the filler until you have finished, in order to avoid
sparks due to static electricity.
• After topping up, tighten the fuel and oil safety caps securely.
• Do not fill the tank completely, in order to leave room for the fuel
to expand.
• In case some fuel is spilled, wipe it up immediately.
RKA00480
RKA00490
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