Takeuchi TB215R Operator's Manual

TB215R

Serial No. 215000003~

Book No. AC8E000

OETB215R-AA

Original instructions

MINI EXCAVATOR

WARNING Read and understand these instructions.

Failure to do so can cause injury or death.

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

AG7O003

This symbol represents the safety alert.
The message that follows the symbol
contains important information about
safety.
Read and understand the message to
avoid personal injury or death.

is the owner or employer’s responsibility

It
to fully instruct each operator in the
proper and safe operation of all
equipment. All persons using this
machine should thoroughly familiarize
themselves with the contents of this
manual.

All operators must be instructed on the

oper functions of the excavator before

pr
running the machine.

Lear

n and practice correct use of the
machine controls in a safe, clear area
before operating this machine on a job
site.

Improper operation, inspection and
maintenance of this machine can cause
injury or death.
Read and understand this manual befor
performing any operation, inspection or
maintenance on this machine.

Always stor
preferably on the machine itself. If it should
be lost or damaged, immediately order a
new one from your Takeuchi dealer.
When transferring ownership of this machine,
be sure to hand this manual to the next
owner.

Takeuchi supplies machines complying with
the local regulations and standards of the
country of export. If your machine has been
purchased in another country or from a
person or company of another country, it
may not have the safety devices or safety
standards required for use in your country.
Should you have any question about whether
your machine complies with the regulations
and standards of your country, contact a
Takeuchi dealer.

e this manual near at hand

e

SIGNAL WORDS

Safety messages appearing in this manual
and on machine decals are identified by the
words “DENGER”, “WARNING” and
“CAUTION”. These signal words mean the
following:

DANGER indicates a hazard with a high
level of risk which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard with a
medium level of risk which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard with a low
level of risk which, if not avoided, could
result in minor moderate injury.

IMPORTANT: The word IMPORTANT is
used to alert operators and maintenance
personnel about situations which could
result in damage to the machine and its
components.

It is impossible to for
circumstance that might involve a potential
hazard. The warnings in this manual or on
the machine can not cover all possible
contingencies. You must exercise all due
care and follow normal safety procedures
when operating the machine so as to ensure
that no damage occurs to the machine, its
operators or other persons.

esee every possible

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INTRODUCTION

AD6O003

FOREWORD

This manual describes operation, inspection
and maintenance of the machine, as well as
safety instructions to be heeded during these
operations.
If you have any questions about the
machine, please contact a T
service outlet.

akeuchi sales or

MANUAL STORAGE COMPARTMENT

A compartment for storing this manual is
provided at the position shown on the
diagram below.

1. Insert the starter key and turn it

counterclockwise to open the cover under
the seat.
After using the manual, place it in the

2.

plastic pouch and store it back in the
manual storage compartment.

SERIAL NUMBERS

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the machine
name plate with the serial number.
Check the serial numbers of the machine
and engine and write them down in the
spaces below.

Machine number:

Engine number:

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MACHINE DESCRIPTION

AG7O012PE

FRONT

LEFT RIGHT

REAR

FRONT, REAR, LEFT AND RIGHT

This manual refers the front, rear, left and
right of the machine as seen when sitting in
the operator’s seat with the dozer blade
visible to the front.

DESIGNATED OPERATIONS

FEATURES

• “Flexible machine width mechanism” for
crawler width
Low engine noise and exhaust emissions

•

• Smaller rear slew radius, smaller turns
(stability is retained)

BREAK-IN PERIOD

When the machine is new, operate the
machine for the first 100 hours (as indicated
on the hour meter) by following the
instructions below.
Using a new machine without a break-in
period will lead to quicker deterioration of
machine performance and may shorten the
machine’s service life.

• Sufficiently warm up the engine and
hydraulic oil.
Avoid heavy loads and rapid operations.

•
Operate with a load of about 80% the
maximum load.
Do not abruptly start up, accelerate,

•
change directions, or stop unless
necessary.

Use this machine primarily for the following
operations:

Excavation

•

• Digging ditches

• Digging side ditches

• Leveling

• Loading

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NOTES ON READING THIS MANUAL

Please note that the descriptions and
diagrams included in this manual may not be
applicable to your machine.
The numbers used in the illustration ar
circles around them. The same numbers
appear between the parentheses in the text.
(Example:

Symbols used in this manual
The symbols used in this manual have the
following meanings.

, X ....... Pr

............. Lock

............. Unlock

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CONTENTS

Introduction .....................................0-2

Machine description ........................0-3

Safety ..............................................1-1

General precautions ................................1-2

Precautions when preparing .................... 1-8

ecautions when starting .....................1-10

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ecautions when operating ..................1-12

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ecautions when stopping ...................1-21

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ecautions when transporting ..............1-22

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ecautions on maintenance .................1-24

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Safety signs (decals) .............................. 1-33

Controls ...........................................2-1

Names of components ............................ 2-2

Covers ..................................................... 2-4

Starter key ........................................... 2-4

Maintenance cover A ........................... 2-4

Fuel lid ................................................. 2-5

Fuel filler port

Engine hood ........................................ 2-6

Maintenance cover B ...........................2-6

Seat and seat belt ...................................2-7

Seat (If equipped) .................................2-7

High-back seat (If equipped) ................ 2-8

Seat belt .............................................. 2-9

Instrument cluster .................................. 2-10

arning lamps ................................... 2-10

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Indicators .......................................... 2-11

Meters ............................................... 2-11

Multi-data display ..............................2-12

Switches ...............................................2-18

Starter switch ....................................2-18

n button ....................................... 2-18

Hor

ravel speed switch ........................... 2-18

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Levers and Pedals ................................. 2-19

Safety lock lever ................................2-19

ottle lever ...................................... 2-19

Thr

Operating levers ................................2-20

Blade lever ......................................... 2-20

ravel levers/pedals ...........................2-21

T

Boom swing pedal ............................. 2-21

Auxiliary hydraulic pedal ..................... 2-22

Selector lever .................................... 2-22

Accessories ........................................... 2-23

nal power sockets ....................2-23

Exter

est ............................................ 2-23

Armr

Auxiliary hydraulic lines ......................2-24

Accumulator (If equipped) .................. 2-28

....................................... 2-5

Operation .........................................3-1

Before starting operation .........................3-2

Getting on or off the machine ...............3-2

alk-around inspection ....................... 3-2

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Daily inspection ....................................3-2

Starting and stopping the engine ............. 3-3

e starting the engine .................... 3-3

Befor

Starting the Engine .............................. 3-4

arming up the engine ........................ 3-5

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Stopping the engine ............................3-5

Operating the machine ............................3-6

Lever patter
Lever patter

arming up the machine (hydraulic oil) 3-8

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Inspection after warm-up ..................... 3-9

Crawler width switching ..................... 3-10

Switching the blade width .................. 3-11

Operating the travel levers .................3-12

Stopping travel ..................................3-15

Operating the working equipment ...... 3-16

Operating pr

ohibited operations ......................... 3-18

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Cautions on operating ...........................3-21

Cautions on traveling ......................... 3-21

Cautions on traveling on slopes ........ 3-22

Getting out of mud ............................3-24

Operations possible with this machine

Parking the machine .............................. 3-26

Parking .............................................. 3-26

Inspection and checks after stopping the

engine ...............................................3-26

Handling in cold climates ....................... 3-27

eparing for cold climates ................3-27

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Cautions after operations ................... 3-27

After the cold climate ......................... 3-27

Handling rubber crawlers ....................... 3-28

ohibitions ........................................ 3-28

Pr

Cautions ............................................ 3-29

eventing the rubber crawlers from

Pr

coming off .........................................3-29

n (ISO pattern) ................... 3-6

n (G pattern) If equipped ...3-7

ocedures ............................ 3-18

Transport .........................................4-1

Loading and unloading ............................ 4-2

Hoisting the machine ............................... 4-4

Securing the machine .............................. 4-5

Maintenance ....................................5-1

General ....................................................5-2

Maintenance overview ......................... 5-2

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3-24

Cautions on maintenance .................... 5-2

Service data ............................................5-4

Fuel and lubricant table ........................ 5-4

Regularly r

List of consumables ............................. 5-7

List of tools ..........................................5-8

List of tightening tor

Safety-critical parts ................................ 5-10

Maintenance list .....................................5-12

alk-around inspection ......................... 5-14

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Inspecting by opening the engine hood

and covers ........................................ 5-14

Inspecting by walking ar

the machine ....................................... 5-15

Inspecting while sitting in the operator’

seat ................................................... 5-15

Daily inspection (every 10 hours) ............ 5-16

Inspecting and r

the coolant ........................................5-16

Inspecting and r

oil ......................................................5-17

Inspecting the dust indicator .............. 5-17

Inspecting the water separator ...........5-18

Inspecting the fuel level ...................... 5-18

Inspecting the hydraulic oil tank level and

eplenishing ....................................... 5-19

r

Lubricating the working equipment .... 5-21

After the initial 50 hours (only for new

machines) .............................................. 5-22

Replacing the engine oil and the oil

filter

Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt

Replacing the hydraulic oil r

Every 50 hours ......................................5-26

Inspecting and adjusting the crawler

tension ..............................................5-26

Lubricating the slew bearing .............. 5-28

Lubricating the slew motor pinion ......5-28

Draining the water fr

Inspecting the battery fluid level and

eplenishing ....................................... 5-30

r

Every 100 hours ....................................5-32

Cleaning the water separator ............. 5-32

Cleaning the fuel filter
After the initial 250 hours (only for new

machines) .............................................. 5-33

Replacing the travel motor gear oil

Every 250 hours ....................................5-34

Replacing the engine oil and the oil

filter

eplace the hydraulic oil ........ 5-6

ques .....................5-9

ound

s

eplenishing

eplenishing the engine

...................................................5-22

.. 5-23

eturn filter 5-24

om the fuel tank .. 5-29

......................... 5-32

..... 5-33

...................................................5-34

Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt

Cleaning the air cleaner .....................5-34

Cleaning the radiator fins and oil cooler

....................................................5-36

fins

Every 500 hours ....................................5-38

Replacing the hydraulic oil r
Replacing the water separator filter
Replacing the fuel filter

Every 1000 hours ..................................5-40

Replacing the travel motor gear oil
Cleaning the engine cooling system
Replacing the air cleaner element
Inspecting and adjusting the engine valve

clearance ........................................... 5-43

Retightening the engine cylinder

head bolt ........................................... 5-43

Every 1500 hours ..................................5-44

Inspecting and cleaning the engine fuel

injectors ............................................. 5-44

Inspecting the crankcase br

system ............................................... 5-44

Every 2000 hours ..................................5-45

Lapping the engine valve seats ......... 5-45

Every 4000 hours ..................................5-46

Replacing the hydraulic oil and cleaning

the suction strainer ............................ 5-46

equired ....................................... 5-48

When r

Replacing the bucket teeth ............... 5-48

Replacing the bucket .........................5-50

Lubricating the levers ......................... 5-52

Inspecting the rubber crawlers ........... 5-53

Replacing the rubber crawlers ...........5-54

Maintenance during extended storage

period .................................................... 5-56

eturn filter 5-38

....................... 5-39

eather

Troubleshooting ...............................6-1

Symptoms that are not malfunctions .......6-2

If the engine overheats .............................6-3

If the battery goes dead ........................... 6-4

If a fuse blows .........................................6-6

Inspecting and r

Inspecting the fusible link ..................... 6-7

Restarting after adding fuel ...................... 6-8

Bleeding air fr

ning lamp flashes .........................6-9

If a war

Other symptoms .................................... 6-10

Lowering the boom to the gr

owing ................................................... 6-13

T

If the cab or canopy is damaged ........... 6-14

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eplacing the fuse .........6-6

om the fuel system ......... 6-8

ound ......... 6-12

.. 5-34

.... 5-38

..... 5-40

... 5-40

......5-42

Specifications ..................................7-1

Basic Specifications .................................7-2

Machine dimensions ................................ 7-4

Lifting Capacities ..................................... 7-9

Options ............................................8-1

General precautions ................................8-2

Safety precautions ...............................8-2

Cautions when installing attachments

Cautions when operating attachments

Attachment combination table ................. 8-4

Selecting a lever patter

Switching the lever patter
Hydraulic br

Replacing the hydraulic oil r

Biodegradable oil ..................................... 8-8

Replacing the hydraulic oil with

biodegradable oil ................................. 8-8

eaker ....................................8-6

n .......................... 8-5

n ..................8-5

egularly .....8-7

.. 8-2

. 8-3

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SAFETYSAFETY

1-1

SAFETY

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

It is your responsibility to observe all
pertinent laws and regulations and to
follow the manufacture’s instructions on
machine operation, inspection and
maintenance.

irtually all accidents occur as the result of a

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failure to observe basic safety rules and
precautions.
Most accidents can be prevented by
identifying the potentially hazardous
situations beforehand.
Read and understand all safety messages
which describe how to prevent accidents.
Do not operate the machine until you are
sure that you have gained a proper
understanding of its operation, inspection
and maintenance.

Observe all safety rules

Operation, inspection and maintenance of

•
this machine must be performed only by a
trained and qualified person.

• All rules, regulations, precautions and
safety procedures must be understood and
followed when performing operation,
inspection and maintenance of this
machine.
Do not perform any operation, inspection

•
and maintenance of this machine when
under the adverse influence of alcohol,
drugs, medication, fatigue, or insufficient
sleep.

When a problem is found on the machine

If any problem (noise, vibration, smell,
disorder of instrument, smoke, oil leak or
wrong indication of alarm and panel, etc.) is
detected during the operation or inspection
and maintenance of the machine, please
inform the administrator and take proper
actions. Do not operate the machine until the
trouble is cleared.

Operating temperature range

To maintain the performance of machine and
to prevent it from early wear, observe the
following operating conditions.

Do not operate the machine if the ambient

•
temperature is higher than +45°C (+113°F)
or lower than –15°C (+5°F).

If operated at an ambient temperature of

·

higher than +45°C (+113°F), the engine
may overheat and cause the engine oil to
degrade. Also, the hydraulic oil may
become very hot, causing damage to the
hydraulic equipment.
If operated at an ambient temperature of

·

lower than –15°C (+5°F), the parts made
of rubber such as gaskets may get
hardened to cause an early wear or
damage to the machine.
If the machine is to be used outside the

·

ambient temperature range described
above, consult your sales or a service
dealer.

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SAFETY

AG7A004

AG7A005

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Wear appropriate clothing and protective
equipment

• Do not wear loose clothing or any
accessory that can catch on controls or in
moving parts.
Do not wear oily or fuel stained clothing

•
that can easily catch fire.

• Wear a hard hat, safety shoes, safety
glasses, filter mask, heavy gloves, ear
protection and other protective equipment
as required by job conditions. Wear
required appropriate equipment such as
safety glasses and filter mask when using
grinders, hammers or compressed air, as
metal fragments or other objects can fly
and cause serious injury.
Use hearing protection when operating the

•
machine. Loud prolonged noise can cause
hearing impairments, even the total loss of
hearing.

Install a fire extinguisher and first aid kit

Be prepared for fire and accidents

• Install an extinguisher and a first aid kit,
and learn how to use them.

• Lean how to fight a fire and how to deal
with accidents.
Know how to contact emergency

•
assistance and make a list of emergency
contacts.

Never r

emove safety equipment

• Make sure all protective guards, canopies
and doors are in place and secured. Repair
or replace damaged parts before operating
the machine.
Know how to use the safety lock lever, seat

•
belt and other safety equipment and use
them properly.

• Never remove any safety equipment except
for servicing. Keep all safety equipment in
good operating condition.

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SAFETY

AG7A007

AG7A009

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Use a signal person and a flag person

Learn how to use the hand signals required
for particular jobs and make sure who has
the responsibility for signaling.

• All personnel must fully understand all the
signals.
The operator must respond to signals only

•
from the appointed signal person, but must
obey a stop signal at any time from
anyone.
The signal person must stand in a clearly

•
visible location when giving signals.

Cautions when standing up from or
leaving the operator’s seat

• Before standing up from the operator’s
seat to, for example, adjust the operator’s
seat, lower the working equipment to the
ground, raise the safety lock lever to the
lock position and then stop the engine. If
any control is accidentally touched when
the safety lock lever is lowered (unlocked),
the machine will suddenly move and cause
serious injury or death.
Note that the dozer blade, boom swing

•
and auxiliary hydraulic controls cannot be
locked, even when the safety lock lever is
set to the locked position.
Do not carelessly touch these controls.

• Be careful not to touch the operating levers
when raising or lowering the safety lock
levers.
Before leaving the operator’s seat, lower

•
the working equipment to the ground, raise
the safety lock levers to engage the lock
and stop the engine. Also, be sure to
remove the key, lock the covers, take it
with you and store it in a specified place.

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SAFETY

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Avoid fire and explosion hazards

Keep flames away from fuel, oil, grease and
antifreeze. Fuel is particularly flammable and
dangerous.

• When handling these combustible
materials, keep lit cigarettes, matches,
lighters and other flames or sources of
flames away.

• Do not smoke or permit open flames while
handling fuel or working on the fuel system.

• Do not leave the location while refilling with
fuel or oil.
Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel

•
when the engine is running or still hot. Also,
do not spill the fuel on the hot surface of
the machine or the component of the
electric system.
Clean up spilled fuel or oil immediately.

•

• Check for fuel, oil leak. Stop all leaks and
clean the machine before operating.

• When operating with grinder or welding,
move inflammables to a safe place.

• Do not cut or weld on pipes or tubes that
contain flammable fluids. Clean thoroughly
with nonflammable solvent before cutting
or welding.
Remove all trash or debris from the

•
machine. Make sure that oily rags or other
flammable material are not stored on the
machine.
Handle all solvents and dry chemicals

•
(foam type fire extinguisher) according to
procedures identified on manufacturer’s
containers. Work in a well-ventilated area.

• Never use fuel for cleaning purposes.
Always use a nonflammable solvent.

• When handling the fuel, washing oil or
paint, open the door and windows to
ventilate thoroughly.

• Store all flammable fluids and materials in a
safe and well-ventilated place.
The short circuit of the electric system may

•
cause the fire. Check for any loosened
connections or damage to the wires every
day. Retighten the loosened connector and
wire clamp. Fix or change the damaged
wire.

• Fire from the pipes:

Make sure that the clamps, guards and

cushions of the hoses and tubes are
securely fixed. If not, hoses or tubes may
be damaged due to vibration or contact
with other parts during operation. This can
cause the high-pressure oil to spurt out,
resulting in the fire or injury.

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SAFETY

AG7A011

AG7A013

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Exhaust fumes from the engine is
poisonous

• Do not operate the engine in an enclosed
area without adequate ventilation.

• If natural ventilation is not possible, install
ventilators, fans, exhaust extension pipes
or other venting devices.

Handling asbestos dust

Inhaling asbestos dust can cause lung

. When handling the materials which

cancer
may contain asbestos, take the following
precautions:

• Never use compressed air for cleaning.

• Avoid brushing or grinding parts containing
asbestos.
For clean up, use a vacuum equipped with

•
a high efficiency particulate air filter (HEPA).

• Wear the stipulated respirator if there is no
other way to control the dust. When
working indoors, install a ventilation system
with a macromolecular filter.

• Do not allow unauthorized personnel in the
work area while working.

• Follow the rules and environmental
standard applicable to the work area.

Be careful not to get crushed or cut

Never put your hands, feet or other parts of
your body between the upperstructure and
the undercarriage or tracks, between the
machine body and working equipment, or
between a cylinder and moving part. The
sizes of these gaps change when the
machine moves, and a person can suffer
severe injury or death.

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SAFETY

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Using optional products

• Consult with Takeuchi before installing
optional attachments. Depending on the
type of attachments or the combination of
them, the attachment may come into
contact with the operator’s compartment
or the other parts of the machine. Make
sure that the optional attachment installed
is not contacted with other parts before
use.
Do not use attachments that have not

•
been approved by Takeuchi. Doing so may
compromise safety or adversely affect the
machine’s operation or service life.

• Takeuchi will not be held responsible for
any injuries, accidents or damage to its
products caused by the use by a non­approved attachment.

Never modify the machine

Unauthorized modifications to this machine
can cause injury or death. Never make
unauthorized modifications to any part of this
machine.

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SAFETY

AG7A017

AG7A018

PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING

PRECAUTIONS WHEN
PREPARING

Know the work area

Before starting operation, know the working
area condition to ensure a safety operation.

• Inspect the topography and ground
condition of the working area, or the
structure of the building when working
indoors, and take the safety precautions as
necessary.
Be sure to avoid all hazards and

•
obstructions such as ditches, underground
lines, trees, cliffs, overhead electrical wires,
or places where there is a danger of falling
rocks or slides.

• Check with the administrator for the
locations of buried gas pipes, water pipes
and power cables. If necessary, determine
what specific precautions must be taken to
insure safety by consulting with the
administrator.

• When working on roads, be sure to
consider the safety of pedestrians and
vehicles.

Use a flag person and/or a signal.

·

· Fence off the working area and keep off

unauthorized persons.

When working in water or crossing shallow

•
streams or creeks, check the depth of the
water, the solidity of the ground and the
water flow speed beforehand.

Refer to “Cautions on operating” for further

instructions.

Check the str

When traveling over a bridge or a structure,
check the permissible load. If the strength is
insufficient, reinforce the bridge or the
structure.

Always keep the machine clean

• Clean mirrors and lights to ensure good
visibility.
Adjust the mirror to the best position for
the operator to see the rear view (blind
spot) from the operator’s seat.

• Wipe off any oil, grease, mud, snow or ice,
to prevent accidents due to slipping.

• Remove all loose objects and unnecessary
devices from the machine.

• Remove any dirt, oil or grease from the
engine area to prevent fires.

• Clean around the operator’s seat and
remove any unnecessary object from the
machine.

ength of the bridge

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SAFETY

AG7A020

PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING

Perform inspection and maintenance
every day

Failure to identify or repair the irregularities or
damage on machine can lead to accidents.

• Before operating, perform the specified
inspection and make prompt repairs where
necessary.
If a failure occurs and the operation

•
becomes impossible or the engine fails,
immediately stop the machine by following
the shutdown procedure, and keep
machine securely parked until the
malfunction is corrected.

Cautions in the operator’s compartment

• Remove mud and grease from shoe soles
before entering the operator’s
compartment. Pedaling the machine with
the shoes with mud and grease will cause
a slip accident.
Do not leave the parts or tools around the

•
operator’s seat.

• Do not leave any plastic bottles in the
operator’s compartment or attach any
suction cups on the window glass. The
plastic bottle or suction cup act as a lens
and can cause fire.

• Do not use the mobile phone during
traveling or working.
Do not bring combustibles or explosives

•
into the operator’s compartment.

• Do not leave the cigarette lighter in the
operator’s compartment. When the room
temperature rises, the lighter may explore.

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SAFETY

AG7A022

AG7A024

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING

PRECAUTIONS WHEN
STARTING

Support your weight in a three point
secure stance when getting on/off the
machine

Do not jump on or down from the machine.

•
Never attempt to get on or off the moving
machine.

• Climb up/down the steps facing the
machine and holding the handrail to
support your weight in a three point secure
stance (hand and feet).
Never use the safety lock lever or control

•
levers as hand holds.

• Check if there is a “DO NOT OPERATE”
alert sign or similar sign is on the cab door,
controls or starter switch. If there is one, do
not start the engine or touch any levers.

• Sound the horn to warn people around the
machine.

Sit in the operator’s seat and start the
engine

Adjust the seat to securely latch it.

•

e starting the machine, ask any

Befor
unauthorized personnel to leave the area

Do not start the engine until you are sure it is
safe to start the machine by checking the
following items.

Walk around the machine and warn the

•
person who is servicing the machine or is
walking near the machine. Do not start the
machine until you are certain that no one is
around the machine.

• Fasten the seat belt.

• Check if the parking brake is on and all
control levers and pedals are in the neutral
position.
Check if the safety lock lever is in the lock

•
position.
Make sure that no one is near the machine.

•

• Start and operate the machine only from
the operator’s seat.

• Never attempt to start the engine by
shorting across the starter terminals.

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SAFETY

AG7A025

AG7A027

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING

Starting with jumper cables

Use jumper cables only in the recommended
manner. Improper use of jumper cables can
result in battery explosion or unexpected
machine motion.
Refer to “If the battery goes dead” for further
instructions.

After starting the engine

After starting the engine, perform the
operations and checks described below in a
safe place with no persons or obstacles in

ea. If any malfunction is found, follow

the ar
the shutdown procedure and report the
malfunction.

Warm up the engine and hydraulic oil.

•

• Check if all gauges and warning devices
are properly working.

• Check for any noises.

• Test the engine speed control.

• Operate each control to ensure they are
properly working.

In cold climates

• Be careful of slippery conditions on freezing
ground, steps and hand holds.

• In severe cold climates, do not touch any
metal parts of the machine with bare
hands. The skin will freeze to the metal,
resulting in severe injury.

• Do not use ether or starting fluid on this
engine. The starting fluids can cause
explosion and serious injury or death.

• Warm up the engine and hydraulic oil. If the
levers are operated without warming, the
machine will not react or move promptly or
properly, resulting in accident.

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SAFETY

AG7A031

AD6A001

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

PRECAUTIONS WHEN
OPERATING

Operate the machine with the maximum
crawler width

Always operate the machine with the

•
crawler width extended to 1300 mm (51.2
in.) to maximize the machine stability. If the
machine is operated with the crawler width
narrowed (980 mm, 38.6 in.), the machine
may tip over due to its poor stability.

• If the machine must be operated with the
narrowed crawler width (980 mm, 38.6 in.),
traveling should be done after folding the
hoe attachment, lowering the boom to
lower the center of gravity and keeping the
machine facing forward.

Do not permit riders on the machine

Do not allow anyone to ride on any part of
the machine at any time while traveling or
operating.

Check if the work ar
before operation

ea is safe and secure

Ensure good visibility

• When working in dark places, turn on the
machine’s working lights and headlights
and additional lighting equipment installed,
as necessary.
When visibility is poor due to bad weather

•
(fog, snow, rain or a cloud of dust), stop
operating the machine and wait until
visibility improves.

• Confirm the performance limits of the
machine.
Use a signal person at road shoulders,

•
narrow places or where your vision is
obstructed.
Never allow anyone to enter the machine’s

•
slewing radius and path.
Signal your intention to move by sounding

•
the horn.

• There is a blind spot in the rear of the
machine. Before traveling in reverse, check
that the area is safe and clear.

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SAFETY

AG7A032PE

Dozer blade

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

Check the position of the undercarriage
(tracks) before traveling

Before operating the travel levers/pedals,
make sure that the dozer blade is to the front
of the operator’s seat. Remember that when
the dozer blade is to the rear of the
operator’s seat, the travel levers/pedals must
be operated in the reverse direction from
when it is to the front.

Travel safely

• Avoid crossing over obstacles whenever
possible. If you must do so, keep the hoe
attachment close to the ground level and
travel slowly. Never cross obstacles which
will tilt the machine to an angle of 10° or
greater.

• On uneven ground, maintain the low speed
and avoid starting, stopping or changing
directions abruptly. Otherwise, the working
equipment may come in contact with the
ground, causing the machine to lose its
balance and get damaged or to damage
the structures in the surrounding area.

• Travel with the dozer blade raised, the hoe
attachment folded as shown on the figure
above, and the bucket raised 30 to 40 cm
(12 to 16 in.) above the ground.

• Do not slew while traveling. If you must
operate the hoe attachment while traveling,
operate at speeds slow enough so you
have complete control at all times.

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SAFETY

Descending

AG7A035PE

90°~110°

20~30cm (8 to 12in)

Dozer blade

AG7A036

90°~110°

20~30cm
(8 to 12in)

(de 8 a 12 pulg.)

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

Cautions on traveling on slopes

When traveling on slopes or grades, be
careful that the machine does not tip (roll)
over or slide.

Never travel on slopes that are too steep

•
for the machine to maintain its stability
(maximum gradeability: 30°, lateral tipping
angle: 10°). Note that in reality, the
machine’s stability becomes lower than the
above values depending on the working
condition.

• When traveling on slopes or grades, drive
slowly in 1st (low) speed. When
descending a slope, slow down the engine
speed.
Do not descend slopes in reverse.

•

• Do not change directions on slopes or
traverse slopes. First return to a flat
surface, and then take an alternative path.

• The machine may slip sideways even on a
slight slope if the ground is covered with
grass or dead leaves, or when traveling on
a wet metal plate or frozen surfaces. Make
sure the machine is never positioned
sideways on slopes.
If the machine is stalled on the slope,

•
return each operating lever to the neutral
position before restarting the engine.

• When climbing a hill, keep the operator’s
seat facing the hillside. When descending a
hill, keep the operator’s seat facing the
downhill direction. In either case, travel
must be done while paying attention to the
ground in front of the machine.

• When traveling on slopes, lower the bucket
to a height of 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in.)
above the ground. When climbing a steep
slope, extend the hoe attachment to the
front. In emergencies, lower the bucket to
the ground and stop the machine.

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SAFETY

AG7A040

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

Operate the machine on snow or ice with
extra care

• When traveling on snow or on frozen
surfaces, drive at a low speed and avoid
starting, stopping or changing directions
abruptly.
In the snowy area, the road shoulder and

•
objects placed beside the road are buried
in the snow and cannot be seen. There is a
hazard of the machine tipping over or
hitting covered objects, so always carry out
operations carefully.

• If the machine enters deep snow, there is a
hazard that it may tip over or become
buried in the snow.

Be careful not to drive beyond the road

shoulder or to get trapped in a snow drift.

• With frozen ground surfaces, the ground
becomes soft when the temperature rises,
and this may cause the machine to tip
over, resulting in an operator trapped inside
the machine.
When parking the machine on an unstable

•
ground, lower the dozer blade.

Do not move the bucket over the heads of
people

Ensure driver’s safety when loading

Do not load a truck unless the truck driver is
in a safe place.

Never swing or position the bucket over a

•
person or the cab room.

• Load the truck from the rear.

Moving the bucket over the heads of people
entails the danger of the load spilling or the
sudden dr

opping of the bucket.

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SAFETY

AG7A041

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

Keep a safe distance from the overhead
high-voltage cables

Never bring any part of the machine or
loaded material to near to the high voltage
cables unless all safety precautions required
by the local and national authorities have
been installed. If a person comes near to the
machine that is discharging sparks or
located near to or in contact with the power
source, there is a hazard of electric shock
and death.

Always maintain a safe distance between

•
the machine and the high-voltage electric
cable.
Check with the local power company

•
about safe operating procedure before
starting operations.
Consider all cables to be high-voltage

•
cables and treat all cables as energized
even though it is known or believed that
the power is shut off and the cables are
visibly grounded.

• Use a signal person to give warning if the
machine approaches too close to the high­voltage electric cables.
Caution all personnel in the work area not

•
to come close to the machine or the
loaded material.

• Pay also careful attention to the high­voltage electric cables buried underground.

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SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

Watch out for hazardous working
conditions

• Never undercut a high bank. Doing so is
dangerous as it may cause ground
collapse.
Do not operate in places where there is a

•
danger of falling rocks.

Do not enter areas where there is soft

•
ground. Doing so could cause the machine
to tilt under its own weight, resulting in a
machine tipping over or sinking into the
ground.

• Maintain a safe distance between the
machine and the edge of the digging site.
Do not dig the ground under the front of
the machine.
When working close to the cliffs or road

•
shoulders, to make it easier to escape if
there is any problem, set the crawlers at
right angles to the cliff or road shoulder and
the dozer blade to the front when carrying
out operations.

• Do not come close to unstable grounds
(cliffs, road shoulders, deep ditches). If the
ground should collapse under the weight
or vibration of the machine, there is a
hazard that the machine may fall or tip
over.

· Remember that the soil after heavy rain

or blasting is weak.
The ground of top of the embankment

·

and of the circumferences of the
excavated ditches are also weak.

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SAFETY

AG7A050PE

Fill

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

• Do not perform demolition work under the
machine. There is a hazard that the
machine may fall down, because the
ground becomes unstable.

• When working on or from the top of
buildings or other structures, check the
strength and the structure before starting
operations. If a building or structure
collapses, serious injury or damage will
result.

• Do not use the impact force of the hoe
attachment for breaking work. There is a
hazard of serious injury being caused by
flying pieces of broken materials and by the
damaged hoe attachment.

Operating on slopes is dangerous

When operating on slopes or grades, slewing
or operation of working equipment may
cause the machine to lose stability and tip
over. Avoid operating on slopes whenever
possible.

• When doing demolition work, do not
perform demolition above your head. There
is a hazard of broken parts falling or of the
building collapsing and causing serious
injury or damage.

• Level off the work area.

• Avoid slewing to the downhill direction with
the bucket full of loaded material. This will
reduce the stability of the machine and
may result in tipping over.

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SAFETY

AG7A053

AG7A054

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

Never slew (swing) sideways with a heavy
load

The machine can tip over more easily in the
lateral direction than in the longitudinal
direction.

• Do not slew (swing) sideways with a heavy
load at the tip of the hoe attachment. In
particular, do not slew (swing) sideways on
slopes.
The tip of the attachment is heavier for

•
machines equipped with breakers,
crushers or long arms than for machines
equipped with the standard bucket. For
such machines with heavier tips, do not
perform excavation with the digging arm
(boom) facing the downhill direction or
operate toward sideways.

Be careful with the overhead objects

When operating under bridges, in tunnels,
near electric cables or indoors, be careful not
to let the boom or arm hit overhead objects.

Excavators are not designed for lifting
loads

This machine is specifically designed for
excavation work. Therefore, it has no safety
equipment for crane operation. Extreme
caution should be paid if the excavator is
used for lifting.

Never lift loads in excess of capacity.

•
Overload will cause the machine to roll and
can result in serious injury or death.

• All rated lift capacities are determined by
using a machine placed on a stable and flat
ground. For a safe lifting work, the user is
expected to make due allowance for the
particular job conditions. They include, soft
or uneven ground, non-level condition, side
loads, dynamic or jerked loads, hazardous
conditions, and experience of personnel.
The operator and other personnel should
fully acquaint themselves with the
operator’s manual before operating this
machine, and rules for safe operation of
equipment shall be adhered to at all times.

• The bucket linkage or lifting device may fail
if chains or lifting device are incorrectly
attached, resulting in serious injury or
death.
Do not attempt to pull stumps out of the

•
ground when using the machine as a
crane. The loads imposed on the machine
under this use are completely unknown.

• Do not allow anyone to stand on or under
the lifted loads or come close to the work
area.

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SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

Cautions when towing

When towing, serious injury or death could
result, if performed incorrectly or the wire
rope being used is inappropriate or not
properly inspected.

• It becomes dangerous if the wire rope
breaks or becomes disengaged. Use a
wire rope appropriate for the required
tractive force.

• Do not use a wire rope that is kinked,
twisted or otherwise damaged.

•

Do not apply heavy loads abruptly to the
wire rope.

• Wear safety gloves when handling the wire
rope.

• Make sure there is an operator on the
machine being towed as well as on the
machine that is towing.

•

Never tow on slopes.

• Do not let anyone come near to the wire
rope while towing.

Be careful with flying objects

This machine is not equipped with protective
equipment to protect the operator from flying
objects. Do not use this machine in places
where there are risks of the operator being
hit by flying objects.

SAFETY

AG7A058

AG7A060

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STOPPING

PRECAUTIONS WHEN
STOPPING

Park safely

• Park the machine on a flat, rigid and safe
ground. Set the parking brake.

• Before leaving the machine, do the
followings:

Lower the bucket and the dozer blade to

1.

the ground.

2. Raise the safety lock lever to the locked

position.
Stop the engine and remove the starter

3.

key.
Lock the covers and take the key with

4.

you.

If you must park on a slope or incline, park

the machine securely and block the
movement of the machine.
When parking on a street, use barriers,

•
caution signs, lights, etc., so that the
machine can easily be seen even at night
to avoid collision with other vehicles.

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SAFETY

AG7F001PE

Ramp

Distance between ramps

15º or less

Stopper

PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRANSPORTING

PRECAUTIONS WHEN
TRANSPORTING

Load/unload the machine safely

The machine may roll or tip over or fall while
being loaded or unloaded. Take the following
precautions:

• Select a firm, level surface and keep
sufficient distance from road shoulders.

• Secure the ramps of adequate strength
and size to the truck bed. The slope of the
ramps must not exceed 15°. If the rumps
are bowed down too low, support them
with poles or blocks.
Never use the working equipment to load

•
or unload the machine. Doing so may
result in tipping over or falling down of the
machine.
Keep the truck bed and loading ramps

•
clean of oil, soil, ice, snow, and other
materials to prevent the machine from
sliding sideways. Clean the crawlers.

• Chock the transporter wheels to prevent
movement.
When being loaded or unloaded, travel

•
slowly in 1st (low) gear by following the
signal from the signal person.

• Never change courses on the ramps.

• Do not slew/swing on the ramps. The
machine may tip over.

• When slewing/swinging on the truck bed,
do it slowly as the footing should be
unstable.

Chock the tracks and secure the machine

•
to the truck bed with wire rope or chain.

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SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRANSPORTING

Hoist the machine safely

• Know and use correct crane signals.

• Check the hoisting equipment for damaged
or missing parts on a daily basis and
replace as necessary.

• When hoisting, use a wire rope capable of
lifting the machine mass.
Hoist the machine in such a manner

•
described in the procedure below. Do not
do it in any other manner, as it may result in
the machine losing its balance.
Refer to “Hoisting the machine” for further
instructions.
Do not hoist the machine with an operator

•
on it.
When hoisting, hoist slowly so that the

•
machine does not tip.
Keep everyone out of the area when

•
hoisting. Do not move the machine over
the heads of the persons.

Transport the machine safely

• Know and follow the applicable safety
rules, vehicle code and traffic laws when
transporting the machine.
Select the best transport route by

•
considering the length, width, height and
weight of the truck with the machine
loaded on it.
Never abruptly start or stop or run at a high

•
speed at the sharp curves during transport.
Doing so will move or lose the balance of
the loaded machine.

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SAFETY

AG7A065

AG7A067

PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE

PRECAUTIONS ON
MAINTENANCE

Display a “DO NOT OPERATE” alert sign

Severe injury could result if an unauthorized
person should start the engine or touch
controls during inspection or maintenance.

• Before performing maintenance, stop the
engine, remove the key and take it with
you.

• Display a “DO NOT OPERATE” alert sign
on easy-to-see locations such as on the
starter switch or on control levers.

Use the correct tools

Replace safety-critical parts periodically

• Replace fuel hoses periodically. Fuel hoses
wear out over time, even if they do not
show any symptom of wear.

• Regardless of the replacement schedule,
replace immediately if a symptom of wear
is found.
Refer to “List of safety-critical parts” for
further details.

Explosionpr

To prevent an ignition or explosion, use
explosion-proof lights when inspecting fuel,
oil, coolant or battery fluid. Otherwise,
explosion could result causing serious injury
or death.

oof lighting

Do not use damaged or weakened tools or
tools designed for other purposes. Use tools
appropriate for the work involved.

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SAFETY

AG7A068

AG7A070

PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE

Prohibit access by unauthorized persons

Do not allow unauthorized personnel in the
work area while working. Be careful when
grinding, welding or using a hammer. You
could be injured by flying debris from the
machine.

Prepare work area

• Select a firm, level work area. Make sure
there is adequate light and, if indoors,
ventilation.
Clear obstacles and dangerous objects.

•
Eliminate slippery areas.

Always keep the machine clean

• Clean the machine before performing
maintenance.
Stop the engine before washing the

•
machine. Cover the electrical parts so that
water cannot enter. Water on electrical
parts could cause short-circuits or
malfunctions. Do not use water or steam to
wash the battery, electronic control
components, sensors, connectors or the
operator’s compartment.

Stop the engine before performing
maintenance

Avoid lubrication or mechanical

•
adjustments while the machine is moving
or while the engine is running when the
machine is not moving.
If maintenance must be performed with the

•
engine running, always work as a two
person team communicating each other.

· One person must sit in the operator’s

seat so that he/she can immediately stop
the engine when necessary. He/she must
take care not to touch the lever or pedal
unless necessary.
The one who performs maintenance

·

must make sure to keep his/her body or
clothing away from the moving part of the
machine.

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SAFETY

AG7A072

AG7A073

AG7A078

PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE

Stay clear of the moving parts

• Stay clear of all rotating and moving parts.
If a hand or tool becomes trapped in the
rotating or moving part, serious injury or
death could result.

• If a tool or other objects is dropped or
inserted in the fan or fan belt, it will be
flown or cut in pieces. Do not drop or insert
anything in the fan or fan belt.

Firmly secure the machine or any
component that may fall

e the working equipment

Secur

To prevent unexpected movement, firmly
secure the working equipment when
repairing or replacing the bucket teeth or
side cutter.

Secure the engine hood or cover when
opened

e to secure the engine hood or cover

Be sur
before working the inside. Do not keep the
hood or cover open on a windy day or if the
machine is parked on a slope.

Place heavy objects in a stable position

• Before performing maintenance or repairs
under the machine, lower all moveable
working equipment to the ground or in the
lowermost position.
Chock the tracks.

•

• If you must work beneath the raised
machine or equipment, always use wood
blocks, jack-stands or other rigid and
stable supports. Never get under the
machine or working equipment if they are
not sufficiently supported. This procedure
is especially important when working on
hydraulic cylinders.

When it is necessary to temporally place a
heavy object or an attachment on the ground
during removal or installation, be sure to
place it in a stable position. Keep off
unauthorized persons from the storage place
for such object.

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SAFETY

AG7A081

PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE

Cautions when refueling

• Do not smoke or permit open flames while
fueling or near fueling operations.

• Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel
when the engine is running or still hot. Do
not spill fuel on the hot surface of the
machine.
Fill the fuel tank in a well ventilated place.

•

• Do not fill the fuel tank to capacity. Allow
room for oil expansion.

• Clean up spilled fuel immediately.

• Securely tighten the fuel filler cap. If the fuel
cap is lost, replace it only with the genuine
cap. Use of a non-approved cap without
proper venting may result in pressurization
of the tank.
Never use fuel for cleaning.

•

• Use the correct grade of fuel for the
operating season.

Be careful with hot and pressurized
components

Stop the engine and allow the machine to
cool down before performing maintenance.

• The engine, muffler, radiator, hydraulic
lines, sliding parts and many other parts of
the machine are hot immediately after the
engine is stopped. Touching these parts
will cause burns.

• The engine coolant, hydraulic oil and other
oils are also hot and under high pressure.

Be careful not to touch the hydraulic oil

when loosening the cap or plug. Working
on the machine under these conditions
could result in burns or injuries due to the
hot oil spurting out.

Handling of hoses

Oil leak or fuel leak can cause a fir

e.

• Do not twist, bend or hit the hoses.

• Never use twisted, bent or cracked pipes,
tubes or hoses; otherwise, they may burst.

• Retighten loose connection.

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SAFETY

AG7A082

AG7A083

PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE

Be careful with hot cooling systems

Do not remove the radiator cap or the drain
plug when the cooling water is hot. Stop the
engine and wait until the engine and the
cooling water cool. Then, slowly loosen the
radiator cap to release the internal pressure
and remove it.

Be careful with oil internal pressure

Pressure is maintained in the hydraulic circuit
long after the engine has been shut down.

• Completely relieve the internal pressure
before performing maintenance work.

Release pressure before working on the
hydraulic system

Oil may spurt out if caps or filters ar

e
removed or pipes are disconnected before
releasing the pressure in the hydraulic
system.

Gradually loosen the vent plug to relieve

•

tank pressure.

• When removing plugs or screws, or when

disconnecting hoses, stand to the side and
loosen them slowly to gradually release the
internal pressure before removing.

• Oil or plug may spurt out according to the

pressure in the travel motor case. Loosen
the plug slowly and release the internal
pressure.

Be careful with debris when the hammer
is being used

When using a hammer

, pins may fly out or
metal particles may be scattered. This may
lead to serious injury.

If hard metal parts such as pins, bucket

•

teeth, side cutter or bearings are hit with a
hammer, wear protective gear such as
safety goggles and gloves.
When hitting pins or bucket teeth, always

•

check that there is no one in the
surrounding area.

• The hydraulic oil is high enough pressure to
penetrate the skin or eyes and cause
serious injury, blindness or death.
Remember that the hydraulic oil escaping
from a small hole is almost invisible. When
checking for leaks, wear protective goggle
and thick gloves, and use a paperboard or
plywood to keep your skin from oil
spurting.
If oil penetrates the skin, it must be
surgically removed within a few hours by a
doctor familiar with this type of injury.

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SAFETY

AG7A087

AG7A086

PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE

Be careful with the high-pressure grease

In the track adjuster, the grease has been
injected under high pressure. If the tension is
adjusted without following the prescribed
procedure, the grease discharge valve may
fly off, resulting in injury.

• Never loosen the grease fitting.

• Loosen the grease discharge valve slowly.
Do not turn it more than one turns.

• Do not put your face, arms, legs or body in
front of the grease discharge valve.

• If grease does not come out when the
grease discharge valve is loosened, the
valve is faulty. Ask a Takeuchi service agent
for repair.

Never disassemble the track adjuster

There is a very strong spring contained in the
track adjuster. If the track adjuster is
accidentally disassembled, the spring can
pop out, resulting in serious injury Never
disassemble the track adjuster.

Handling of the accumulator

Be sure to handle the high-pressure nitrogen
gas enclosed in the accumulator with care. If
handled incorrectly, it could explode and
cause serious injury. Strictly observe the
following precautions:

• Do not disassemble.

• Do not allow flame near or throw it into a
fire.

• Do not drill, weld or fuse.

• Do not subject it to physical shock such as
hitting, rolling or dropping.

• Before disposing of the unit, the sealed gas
must be drained. Contact a Takeuchi
service agent for help.

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SAFETY

AG7A090

PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE

Disconnect the battery wiring

Disconnect the battery wiring before working
on the electrical system or doing electric
welding. Disconnect the negative (–) battery
cable first. When reconnecting, connect the
negative (–) battery cable last.

Use caution when handling batteries

Batteries contain sulfuric acid which will

•
damage the eyes or skin in case of
contact.

If eye contact occurs, flush immediately

·

with clean water and get prompt medical
attention.
If accidentally swallowed, drink large

·

quantities of water or milk and call a
physician immediately.
If acid contacts skin or clothing, wash off

·

immediately with a lot of water.

• Wear protective goggle and gloves when
working with batteries.
Batteries generate flammable hydrogen

•
gas which may explode. Keep away from
flame, sparks, fire or lighted cigarettes.

• When checking the level of the battery
fluid, use a flashlight.

• Be sure to stop the engine by turning off
the starter switch before inspecting or
handling the battery.
Be careful not to let metal tools or any

•
metal objects come into contact with the
battery terminals and cause a short circuit.

• Loose battery terminals may result in
sparks. Be sure to fasten terminals tightly.

• Make sure the battery caps are tightened
securely.

• Do not charge a battery or jump-start the
engine if the battery is frozen; otherwise it
may explode. Warm the frozen battery to
15°C (60°F) before use.

• Do not use the battery when the fluid level
is below the lower level limit. Doing so will
hasten the deterioration of the internal
portions of the battery and shorten the
battery life. It also can cause rupturing
(explosion).
Do not add the distilled water above the

•
upper level limit. Doing so could cause the
fluid to leak. This fluid can cause skin
damage if contacted, or can cause the
machine components to corrode.

• Use a dampened cloth to clean around the
fluid level line and check the fluid level. Do
not clean with a dry cloth; otherwise it
could cause static electricity to build up,
resulting in ignition or explosion.

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SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE

Periodically replace the safety-critical
parts

To use the machine safely for a longer

•
period, periodically add oil and perform
inspection and maintenance. To improving
the safely, replace the safety-critical parts
like hoses and seat belts periodically. Refer
to “Safety-critical parts to be replaced
periodically” for further details.
The “Safety-critical parts to be replaced

•
periodically” are the parts which
deteriorate, wear and fatigue after repeated
use and whose properties change over
time. While these characters of these parts
could cause serious physical or personal
damage, judging the remaining life of these
part are difficult from external inspection or
the feeling when operating.
Replace the “Safety-critical parts to be

•
replaced periodically” if any defect is found
from external inspection, even when they
have not reached the time specified
interval.

Jump starting with booster cables

• When starting the engine using the booster
cables, be sure to connect the cables in
the proper order described below. Wrongly
connected cables can result in sparking
and battery explosion.

Do not allow the “machine in trouble” and

·

“rescue machine” to touch each other.

· Do not allow the positive (+) and negative

(–) clips of the booster cables to touch
each other or to come in contact with the
machine.
When connecting, attach the positive

·

booster cable to the positive (+) terminals
first. When disconnecting, remove the
negative cable from the negative (–)
terminal (ground) first.

· Be sure to connect the clips securely.

· Connect the last clip of the booster cable

to a point as far away from the battery as
possible.

Always wear the protective goggle and

•
gloves when starting the engine by using
the booster cables.
Use the booster cables and clips of a size

•
suited to the capacity of battery. Do not
use damaged or corroded booster cables
and clips.
Be sure that the battery of the “rescue

•
machine” has the same capacity as the
battery of the “machine in trouble”.

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SAFETY

AG7A099

PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE

Have a Takeuchi service agent repair
welding

If welding must be performed, make sur

e
that it is done by a qualified person in a
properly equipped workplace. To prevent any
part from breaking down or being damaged
due to overcurrent or sparks, observe the
following.

Disconnect the wiring from the battery

•

before doing electric welding.

• Do not continuously apply 200 V or more.

• The earth ground must be connected

within one meter from the welding section.
Do not connect the earth ground near to
an electronically controlled device/
instrument or connectors.
Make sure that there are no seals or

•

bearings between the welding section and
the earth ground.

• Do not connect the earth ground around

the pins for the working equipment or
hydraulic cylinders.
When welding is to be done on the

•

machine body, disconnect the connectors
for the electronically controlled devices
before working.

Vibrations operators are subject to

According to the results of the tests
conducted to determine the vibrations
transmitted to the operator by the machine,
the upper limbs are subjected to vibrations
lower than 2.5 m/s
seated part of the body is subjected to
vibrations lower than 0.5 m/s

2

(8.2 ft/s2) while the

2

(1.64 ft/s2).

Disposing of wastes

• Always collect oil that is drained from the
machine in containers. Improperly
disposed waste oil can cause

onmental harm.

envir

• Follow appropriate laws and regulations
when disposing of harmful objects such as
oil, fuel, coolant, solvent, filters and
batteries.

Handling of poisonous chemicals

Poisonous chemicals will cause serious injury

ectly contacted.

if dir
Poisonous chemistry used in this machine
includes grease, battery solution, coolant,
paint and adhesive agent.
Handle the poisonous chemicals pr

operly

with care.

Checks after maintenance

•

Gradually increase the engine speed from a
low idle to maximum speed and check that
there is no oil or water leaking from the
serviced parts.
Operate each control lever and check that

•
the machine is operating properly.

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SAFETY

SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS)

SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS)

For the safety of the operator and the personnel working around the site, safety signs (decals)
are placed at certain locations on the machine as shown below. Walk around the machine with
this manual, and check the content and location of these safety signs. Review these signs and
the operating instructions in this manual with your machine operators.

• Keep the signs clean and legible. If any of the safety labels is peeling or damaged and
becomes difficult to read, replenish it with a new one. Please include your product serial
number when ordering a new sign from the Takeuchi service agent.

• When a part/unit to which a safety sign is attached is replenished, a new sign must be
attached to the new part/unit.

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SAFETY

SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS)

1-34

1-35

SAFETY

SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS)

No.00085-01011

SAFETY

SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS)

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SAFETY

SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS)

1-37

1-38

CONTROLS

2-1

CONTROLS

NAMES OF COMPONENTS

NAMES OF COMPONENTS

Upperstructure

1. Canopy

2. Seat

3. Engine hood

4. Fuel tank

5. Hydraulic tank

Undercarriage

6. Crawler belt

7. Idler

8. Track roller

9. Shoe slide

10. Travel motor

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Working equipment

11. Bucket

12. Bucket cylinder

13. Arm

14. Arm cylinder

15. Boom

16. Boom cylinder

17. Boom bracket

18. Swing cylinder

19. Auxiliary hydraulic lines

20. Dozer blade

21. Blade cylinder

CONTROLS

NAMES OF COMPONENTS

1. Instrument cluster

2. Starter switch

3. Blade lever

4. Throttle lever

5. Safety lock lever

6. Right operating lever

7. Horn button

8. Selector lever

9. Boom swing pedal

*: Subject to the specifications or optional products selected

10. Travel lever/Pedal

11. Travel speed switch

12. Auxiliary hydraulic pedal

13. Left operating lever

14. Third auxiliary hydraulic botton*

15. Third auxiliary hydraulic switch*

16. Auxiliary 2nd switch*

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CONTROLS

COVERS

COVERS

STARTER KEY

The starter key is used to start and stop the
engine, as well as to lock and unlock the
following components:

Fuel lid

•

• Manual storage compartment

• Engine hood

• Covers

MAINTENANCE COVER A

Opening

Open this cover to perform a maintenance
operation of the engine or to switch the
selector valve.

Insert the starter key and turn it

1.
counterclockwise to unlock the
maintenance cover A (1).

Closing

Close the maintenance cover A (1).

1.

2. Insert the starter key and turn it clockwise
to lock the maintenance cover A (1).

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CONTROLS

COVERS

FUEL LID

When opening and closing the fuel lid, be
careful not to get your hands caught by
the lid.

For adding fuel, open this cover

Opening

Insert the starter key and turn it

1.
counterclockwise to unlock the fuel lid (1).

Closing

Close the fuel lid (1).

1.

2. Insert the starter key and turn it clockwise
to lock the fuel lid (1).

.

FUEL FILLER PORT

• Do not smoke and keep away from heat
or flame while filling the fuel tank.

• Fill the fuel tank in a well ventilated
place, with the engine turned off.

• Clean up spilled fuel immediately.

• Do not fill the fuel tank to capacity.
Allow room for oil expansion.

• Securely tighten the fuel filler cap.

Opening

Open the fuel lid.

1.

2. Turn the fuel cap (1) counterclockwise and

remove it.

Closing

Turn the fuel cap (1) it clockwise and close

1.

it.
Close the fuel lid and lock it.

2.

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CONTROLS

COVERS

ENGINE HOOD

• Before opening the engine hood, be
sure to stop the engine. If a hand or tool
becomes trapped in the rotating or
moving part, serious injury could result.

• When opening or closing the engine
hood, be careful not to get your hands
or other parts of your body caught by it.

Opening

Insert the starter key and turn it

1.

counterclockwise to unlock the engine
hood (1).
Push in the key hole (2) with your thumb

2.

and open the engine hood (1).
Open the engine hood (1) all the way until

3.

it is fastened. (It is fastened automatically.)

MAINTENANCE COVER B

For inspection and maintenance of the fuse,
open this cover.

Opening

Remove the screws (1).

1.

2. Remove the maintenance cover B (2).

Closing

Install the maintenance cover B (2) and

1.
secure it with the screws (1).

Closing

Support the engine hood (1) by hand them

1.
pull up the stay (3) to release the engine
hood (1).
Close the engine hood (1).

2.

3. Insert the starter key and turn it clockwise
to lock the engine hood (1).

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CONTROLS

AD6B017

3

1

2

SEAT AND SEAT BELT

SEAT AND SEAT BELT

SEAT (IF EQUIPPED)

Adjust and secure the seat.

(A) Adjusting the backrest angle

1. Sit up and sit back in the chair.

2. Set the backrest to the desired angle by
turning the handle (1).

(B) Fore-and-aft adjustment

1. Pull up the lever (2) and slide the seat
backward or forward to the desired
position for operation of machine.
Release the lever (2) at the desired

2.
position to secure the seat.

Adjustment range: 10 positions, in 150

mm (5.9 in.)

(C) Adjusting accor
weight

Move the lever (3) to set it according to

1.
the weight of operator.

Position of the lever (3)

Upper ...... Light weight operator

Middle ..... Medium weight operator

Lower ...... Heavy weight operator

ding to operator’s

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CONTROLS

SEAT AND SEAT BELT

HIGH-BACK SEAT (IF EQUIPPED)

Adjust and secure the seat.

(A) Adjusting the backrest

1. Sit up and sit back in the chair.

2. Pull up the lever (1), recline the backrest
by using the spring force. Release the
lever (1) at the desired angle to secure the
backrest.

(B) Fore-and-aft adjustment

1. Pull up the lever (2) and slide the seat
backward or forward to the desired
position for operation of machine.
Release the lever (2) at the desired

2.
position to secure the seat.

Adjustment range: 10 positions, in 150mm

(5.9in.)

(C) Adjusting accor
weight

Turn the handle (3) until the display

1.
indicates the weight of operator.

Adjustment range: 50 to 130 kg (110 to

287 lbs)
When adjusting for a weight lower than

2.
the currently set weight, first turn the
handle (3) as far as it goes to cancel the
setting, then readjust.

ding to operator’s

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CONTROLS

AG7B023

B

A

AG7B024

A

C

B

SEAT AND SEAT BELT

SEAT BELT

Be sure to fasten the seat belt securely
before starting the engine.

Fastening the seat belt

Adjust the seat to the desired position for

1.
operation, sit up and sit back in the chair.

2. Pull the seat belt to the desired length.

3. Make sure that the belt is not twisted and
then insert the tongue plate (A) into the
buckle (B) of the seat belt until you hear a
clicking sound as it locks in place.

4. Check if the belt is securely locked by
pulling it, and arrange the belt around your
waist.

Releasing the seat belt

1. Grasp the tongue plate (A) and press the
button (C) on the buckle (B).
The seat belt retracts back into its original
position.

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CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Once the starter switch is turned to ON, all lamps on the instrument cluster light up and the
alarm sounds.
Then, the battery charge war
flashing and an alarm sounds. The machine system is normal if the lamps turn off after the
engine is started.
If any lamp is not lit when the starter switch is tur
machine. Consult your sales or service dealer.

WARNING LAMPS

IMPORTANT: If a warning lamp flashes
and an alarm is sounded, immediately
stop all operations and check the
corresponding component.
Refer to “If a warning lamp flashes” on
page 6-9.

Engine emergency lamp

1.

This lamp flashes and an alarm sounds if

there is a problem with the engine or
charging system.

ning lamp (3) and the engine oil pressure warning lamp (2) start

ned to ON, there is something wrong in the

Engine oil pressure warning lamp

2.

This lamp flashes and an alarm is sounded

if the lubricant oil pressure abnormally low
while the engine is running.

Battery charge warning lamp

3.

This lamp flashes and an alarm is sounded

if a problem rises in the charging system
while the engine is running.

Coolant temperature warning lamp

4.

This lamp flashes and an alarm is sounded

if the engine coolant temperature
becomes abnormally high while the engine
is running.

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CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

5. Fuel level warning lamp

This lamp turns on if the fuel level

becomes low while the starter switch is in
the ON position.

INDICATORS

6. Glow lamp

This lamp goes out when the engine

preheating is completed.

7. Travel speed lamp

This lamp turns on when the travel speed

button is set to the 2nd (high) speed.

METERS

8. Water temperature gauge

Indicates the temperature of the engine

coolant water.

The LED should be within the green range

during machine operation.
The red range indicates overheating.

9. Fuel Gauge

Indicates the amount of fuel in the tank.
Be sure to top off the tank before running

out of fuel.

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CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

MULTI-DATA DISPLAY

10. LCD (liquid crystal display)

It displays various data on hour meter, trip

meter and the machine.

Home scr

1. Key function display

The key function display changes
depending on the screens (Home, Menu
and each setting)
For actual operation, use the buttons,
“A”, “B” and “C”, located beneath each
symbol. Refer to “Operating each key” on
page 2-12 to 2-17.

een

4. Alarm indicator lamp

The clock symbol appears when the

alarm function is turned on.

Refer to “Alarm setting” on page 2-16.

5. Auxiliary 3rd hydraulic pressure
warning lamp (If equipped)

This lamp lights up and an alarm sounds

if the fixed side (left “e”) pressure of the
auxiliary 3rd drops abnormally while the
engine is running or if the quick-hitch is
being removed or installed.

2. Hour meter/T

• Hour meter
Displays the total engine running time in
hours.
The rightmost digit indicates tenths of
hours (6 minutes).
Set the inspection and maintenance
intervals according to the time displayed
on the hour meter.

• Trip meter
Three patterns of desired operating hours
can be displayed.
Refer to “Trip meter display” on page 2-

13.

3. Time display

Displays the time set.

Refer to “Time setting” on page 2-16.

rip meter

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CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

FUNCTION OF EACH KEY

The functions are as below in the Home
screen. The different functions appear in the
other screens.

A. Stopping alarm

Pressing the (A) key stops alarm.

B. Work light/meter switching

· Pressing the (B) key turns on or off the
work light.
Pressing and holding the (B) key for two

·
seconds or more each time the display
changes as follows:

1. Hour meter

Trip meter 1

2.

C. Menu/trip meter reset

· Pressing the (C) key switches to the

Menu scr

· Pressing and holding the (C) key for three
seconds or mor
displayed returns the trip meter to “0”.

een.

e while the trip meter is

3. Trip meter 2

4. Trip meter 3

5. Returns to the hour meter

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CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

MENU SCREEN

Press the (A) key to proceed to the screen
selected by the bar.
Press the (B) key to move the selection bar.
Press the (C) key to return to the Home
screen.

• DATA
Shows the coolant temperature and the
trip meter for inspection and
maintenance.
Unlike the trip meter displayed on the
Home screen, data items on the engine
oil, hydraulic oil and coolant are included
so that you can use them as a guideline
for replacement.

• SETTING
Time, alarm and contrast can be set.

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CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

DATA SCREEN (DATA)

Press the (A) key to proceed to the screen
selected by the bar.
Press the (B) key to move the selection bar.
Press the (C) key to return to the Menu
screen.

• Trip meter (TRIP METER) for

maintenance

The trip meters for the engine oil,
hydraulic oil or coolant are displayed.

• Coolant temperature (WATER TEMP)
Displays the coolant temperature in
Celsius °C or Fahrenheit °F.

Press the (C) key to return to the Data

screen.

Press and hold the (A) key for at least five

seconds resets the selected trip meter to
“0”.

ess the (B) key to move the selection

Pr

bar.

Press the (C) key to return to the DATA

screen.

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CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

SETTING SELECTION SCREEN (SETTING)

Press the (A) key to proceed to the screen
selected by the bar.
Press the key (B) to move the selection bar.
Press the (C) key to return to the Menu screen.

• Time setting (CLOCK)
The time to be displayed on the Home
screen can be set here.

a. When the selection bar is at CLOCK,

ess the (A) key to proceed to the time

pr
setting screen (CLOCK SET).

b. Pressing the (A) key in this screen moves

the selection bar and flashes the figures
on the bar.

Setting range: hours, 1 to 24; minutes,

00 to 59

ess the (B) key to increase the number

c. Pr

value selected.
Press and hold the (B) key to rapidly
increase the number value selected.

d. Press and hold the (A) key for at least

two seconds to complete the setting and
to return to the Setting Selection screen.

e. Press the (C) key cancels editing and to

return to the Setting Selection screen.

• Alarm setting (ALARM)
Five patterns of alarm setting are

available.
Alarm function can be set to on or off
within the five patterns.

a. When the selection bar is at ALARM,

press the (A) key to proceed to the alarm
setting screen (ALARM SET).

b. Press the (A) key in this screen to place

a checkmark in the box at the left of the
setting bar. Press the (A) key again to
remove the checkmark.

The alarm setting cannot be changed

only by placing or removing a checkmark.

c. Press and hold the (A) key for at least

two seconds to complete the setting and
to return to the Setting Selection screen.

Be sure to perform the above operation

when you wish to set the alarm.
A clock symbol is displayed on the Home
screen.

d. Press the (B) key to move the selection

bar.

e. Press and hold the (B) key for at least

three seconds to enter the alarm time
setting mode.
Press the (C) key to cancel editing and to

f.

return to the Setting Selection screen.

Checked ........On

Unchecked ....Off

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CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

• Alarm time setting mode
Sets the time for alarm.

a. Select the item to be set in the alarm

setting screen (ALARM SET).

b. Press and hold the (B) key for at least

three seconds to enter the alarm time
setting mode.

ess the (A) key in this screen to move

c. Pr

the selection bar and to flash the figures
on the bar.

Setting range: hours, 1 to 24; minutes,

00 to 59

ess the (B) key to increase the number

d. Pr

value selected.
Press and hold the (B) key to rapidly
increase the number value selected.

e. Press and hold the (A) key for at least

two seconds to complete the setting and
to return to the Setting Selection screen.

f. Press the (C) key to cancel editing and to

return to the Setting Selection screen.

• Contrast setting (CONTRAST)
Adjust the LCD contrast.

a. When the selection bar is at CONTRAST,

press the (A) key to proceed to the
contrast setting screen (CONTRAST).

b. To increase contrast, press the (B) key.

The bar advances to the right.
Press and hold the (B) key to rapidly
advance the bar.

Once the bar reaches the right end

(highest contrast), it returns to the left
end (lowest contrast).

ess and hold the (A) key for at least

c. Pr

three seconds to complete the setting
and to return to the Setting Selection
screen.

d. Press the (C) key to cancel editing and

to return to the Setting Selection screen.

The changes made to the setting are

reflected, but they will be removed when
the starter switch is turned off.

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CONTROLS

SWITCHES

SWITCHES

STARTER SWITCH

IMPORTANT: Do not repeatedly switch
the key from OFF to ON and ON to OFF
over a short period. Doing so will cause
engine breakdown.

OFF ......... Position for stopping the engine

and inserting or r

ON ..........Position in which the engine is

running. At this position, all the
electrical equipment is functional.
When the coolant temperatur
too low, the engine is
automatically preheated.

START ..... Position for starting the engine.

When the key is released, the
switch automatically returns to the
ON position.

emoving the key.

e is

HORN BUTTON

Press the button situated on the right
operating lever to blow the horn.

TRAVEL SPEED SWITCH

Press this switch to set the travel speed to
2nd (high) speed. Press it again to return to
1st (low) speed.

SECOND AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC
SWITCH

Refer to “Second auxiliary hydraulic switch”
on page 2-26.

THIRD AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC SWITCH
AND BUTTON

Refer to “Third auxiliary hydraulic switch and
button” on page 2-26.

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CONTROLS

LEVERS AND PEDALS

LEVERS AND PEDALS

SAFETY LOCK LEVER

• Before standing up from the operator’s
seat to, for example, adjust the
operator’
equipment to the ground, raise the
safety lock lever to the lock position and
then stop the engine. If any control is
accidentally touched when the safety
lock lever is lowered (unlocked), the
machine will suddenly move and cause
serious injury or death.
Note that the dozer blade, boom swing

•
and auxiliary hydraulic controls cannot
be locked, even when the safety lock
lever is set to the locked position.

Do not carelessly touch these controls.

• Be careful not to touch the operating
levers when raising or lowering the
safety lock lever.

• Before leaving the operator’s seat, lower
the working equipment to the ground,
raise the safety lock levers to engage
the lock and stop the engine. Also, be
sure to remove the key, lock the door
and covers, take it with you and store it
in a specified place.

s seat, lower the working

THROTTLE LEVER

This controls the engine speed.

(A) .......Low idling

(B) ......Maximum speed

This device is for locking the hoe attachment,
slewing and traveling.
When the lever is raised, the lever stand
springs up and the contr

ols are locked.

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CONTROLS

LEVERS AND PEDALS

OPERATING LEVERS

• Before starting operation, carefully
check which lever pattern you are going
to use.
It is described using the ISO pattern in

•
this manual.

Use these levers to operate the boom, arm,
bucket and upperstructur
Refer to “Lever pattern” on pages 3-6 and
3-7.
Refer to “Operating the working equipment”
on pages 3-16 and 3-17.

e.

BLADE LEVER

Use this lever to operate the dozer blade.

(A) .......Blade up

(B) ......Blade down

Refer to “Operating the dozer blade” on
page 3-17.

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CONTROLS

AD6B031

B A

AD6B032

LEVERS AND PEDALS

TRAVEL LEVERS/PEDALS

• Before operating the travel levers/
pedals, make sure that the dozer blade
is to the front of the operator’s seat.
Remember that when the dozer blade is
to the rear of the operator’s seat, the
travel levers/pedals must be operated in
the reverse direction from when it is to
the front.

• Do not rest your foot on the pedal
unless operating it for traveling. If the
pedal is accidentally stepped while
working, the machine may suddenly
move and cause serious injury or death.

BOOM SWING PEDAL

Keep the pedal cover to the locked
position when not using the pedal.
Stepping on a pedal accidentally when it
is not locked may cause accidents.

Use this pedal to operate the boom swing.

(A) ...... Boom swing right

(B) ..... Boom swing left

Refer to “Operating the boom swing” on
page 3-17.

Pedal lock

Use these levers/pedals to move forward or
backward and to change directions. Fold the
pedals when not being used.
Refer to “Operating the travel levers” on
page 3-12.

Set the pedal cover over the pedal to lock it.
Open the pedal cover fr

om the pedal to

unlock it.

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CONTROLS

AD6B033

B

A

AD6B032

LEVERS AND PEDALS

AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC PEDAL

Keep the pedal cover to the locked
position when not using the pedal.
Stepping on a pedal accidentally when it
is not locked may cause accidents.

This pedal controls the flow of the oil in the
auxiliary hydraulic circuit.

(A) ...... Hydraulic oil flows to left auxiliary

hose.

(B) ..... Hydraulic oil flows to right auxiliary

hose.

Refer to “Auxiliary hydraulic lines” on page 2-

24.

SELECTOR LEVER

This lever is used to change the crawler
width. The operation of the dozer blade
cylinder and the span cylinder is switched
with this lever.

1. Change the crawler width by moving the
blade lever while depressing this lever.

Pedal lock

Set the pedal cover over the pedal to lock it.
Open the pedal cover fr

om the pedal to

unlock it.

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CONTROLS

ACCESSORIES

ACCESSORIES

POWER SOCKETS

Use only those electric products which
comply with the specifications of these
sockets.

Use these sockets to connect the power
supply. When using, be car
12V/5A.

o use, open the cap (1).

T

eful not to exceed

ARMREST

Adjusting the height

1. Loosen the lock by turning the bolts (1)
counterclockwise.

2. Set the armrest to your desired position,
and turn the bolts (1) clockwise to lock the
armrest.

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CONTROLS

ACCESSORIES

AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC LINES

First / second auxiliary hydraulic lines (If equipped)

Third auxiliary hydraulic lines (If equipped)

Oil may spurt out if pipes disconnected
before releasing the pressure in the
hydraulic system.

Immediately after the engine is stopped,

•
press each auxiliary hydraulic pedal and

second auxiliary switch several times to
release the pressure from the auxiliary
hydraulic circuit.

• Slowly loosen the air bleeding plug to
relieve the internal pressure of the
hydraulic oil tank.

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CONTROLS

AD6B033

B

A

ACCESSORIES

• When disconnecting hoses, stand to the
side and loosen them slowly to
gradually release the internal pressure
before removing.

These lines deliver the hydraulic oil necessary
for operating a hydraulic breaker, crusher or
other attachments.

(1)........First auxiliary hydraulic lines

(2)........Second auxiliary hydraulic lines

(3)........Thir

d auxiliary hydraulic lines

Stop valve
(S) : Closed
(O) : Open

Connecting the hydraulic cir

cuits

To connect the attachment hydraulic lines,
observe the following procedures:

1. Release the pressure remaining in the

lines, and then close the stop valve.

Refer to “Releasing the residual pressure”

on page 2-26.
Remove the plugs.

2.

3. Connect the attachment hydraulic lines to

ports (a/c) and (b/d). When installing a
hydraulic breaker, connect the supply
circuit to the port (a) and the return circuit
to port (b).
Open the stop valves. When installing a

4.

hydraulic breaker, open the selector valve
(1). Refer to “Selector valve” on page
2-26.
When connecting is complete, purge air

5.

from the hydraulic lines.
a. Start the engine and run it at a low idle

speed with no load for 10 minutes.
With the engine running in low idle,

b.

operate the auxiliary hydraulic switches
repeatedly (approx. 10 times) to purge
air from the hydraulic lines.

c. Stop the engine and wait for at least 5

minutes until bubbles escape from the
hydraulic oil in the tank.

IMPOR

TANT: Follow the procedures for
purging air as instructed by the
attachment manufactur

er, if applicable.

6. Check for oil leaks.

Disconnecting the hydraulic circuits

1. Release the pressure remaining in the

lines, and then close the stop valve.

Refer to “Releasing the residual pressure”

on page 2-26.
Disconnect the lines from the ports (a/c)

2.

and (b/d).
Install the plugs.

3.

Operating

Press this pedal to control the flow of the oil
in the auxiliary hydraulic lines.

(A) ...... Hydraulic oil flows to left auxiliary line

(a).

(B) ..... Hydraulic

oil flows to right auxiliary line

(b).

Releasing the r

esidual pressure

After the auxiliary hydraulic circuits have
been used, pressure remains in the circuits.
This is called the residual pressure. Release
this residual pressure before disconnecting
the lines.

When the engine is stopped, depress the

1.

auxiliary hydraulic pedals from side to side
several times.

2-25

CONTROLS

ACCESSORIES

Selector valve (Option)

Open ....... When using a hydraulic br

(1-way flow)

Closed ..... When using a r

attachment (2-way flow)
Change the direction of the hydraulic oil flow
by opening or closing the selector valve (1)
on the machine body.

Second auxiliary hydraulic switch

Slider switch

oportional control)

(Pr
Proportional control allows for slow-to-fast/
fast-to-slow movement of attachment.
Example: If you move the slider switch half
way, the attachment will move at

oximately one-half the speed.

appr

eversible

eaker

Third auxiliary hydraulic switch and
button

d auxiliary hydraulic lines are normally

The thir
used to control the “quick attachment”
installed to connect/disconnect the bucket.
When the safety lock lever is released after
the engine is started, hydraulic oil flows into
the pipe (e). This allows the pressure in the
(e) side to increase and to prevent the pin
inserted on the bucket from coming out. If
the pressure in the (e) side drops, the alert
that the bucket may come out is indicated by
the warning lamp and the alarm. For a safety
reason, the bucket can be disconnected only
when the button (1) and the switch (2) are
pressed at the same time. When they are
pressed, the hydraulic oil flows into the line (f)
to increase the pressure there. As the result,
the pin on the bucket comes out and the
bucket is removed from the machine.

Move this switch to control the flow of the oil
in the second auxiliary hydraulic lines.

(C): .... Hydraulic oil flows to the left auxiliary line (c).

(D): .... Hydraulic oil flows to the right auxiliary line (d).

Releasing the residual pressure
Refer to “Accumulator” on page 2-28.

2-26

CONTROLS

AD6C013

B

A

1

2

AD6C014

B

A

1

2

ACCESSORIES

Adjusting the stroke of auxiliary hydraulic
pedal

When a br

eaker is used, the pedal stroke
must be adjusted so as not to activate the
right auxiliary hydraulic line even if the B side
of the pedal is accidentally depressed.
When a general attachment is used, the
pedal stroke must be readjusted. Adjust it so
that the right auxiliary hydraulic line is
activated when the B side of the pedal is
depressed.

When using a hydraulic breaker (1-way
flow)

When using a r

eversible attachment (2-

way flow)

1. Loosen the lock nut (1) and screw in the
adjustment bolt (2) to the end.
Depress the B side of the auxiliary

2.
hydraulic pedal to the stroke end and hold
its position.
Loosen the adjustment bolt (2) until it

3.
touches the pedal.
Fasten the lock nut (1) to secure the

4.
adjustment bolt (2).

1. Make sure that the auxiliary hydraulic
pedal is in the neutral position.
Loosen the lock nut (1).

2.

3. Loosen the adjustment bolt (2) until it
touches the pedal.
Fasten the lock nut (1) to secure the

4.
adjustment bolt (2).

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CONTROLS

ACCUMULATOR (IF EQUIPPED)

ACCUMULATOR (IF EQUIPPED)

OPERATING THE MACHINE WITH AN
ACCUMULATOR

Be sure to handle the high-pressure
nitrogen gas enclosed in the accumulator
with care. If handled incorrectly, it could
explode and cause serious injury. Strictly
observe the following precautions:

• Do not disassemble.

• Do not allow flame near or throw it into
a fire.

• Do not drill, weld or fuse.

• Do not subject it to physical shock such
as hitting, rolling or dropping.

• Before disposing of the unit, the sealed
gas must be drained. Contact a
Takeuchi service agent for help.

For a machine with an accumulator, the
residual pressure in the auxiliary hydraulic
circuit or the working equipment circuit can
be released even after the engine is stopped.

Releasing residual pressure

Residual pressure refers to the pressure that
remains in the hydraulic circuit after the
operation. Release the residual pressure as
necessary by using the following steps.
Perform the residual pressure releasing
within 10 minutes after the engine stopping.

1. Return the throttle lever to idle the engine

at low speed.
Lower the bucket and dozer blade to the

2.

ground.

3. Check that the safety lock lever is in the

released position.

4. Stop the engine.

5. Turn the starter switch to the ON position.

6. Move the auxiliary 2nd switch several
times to release the residual pressure in
the circuitry. (If equipped)

7. Move all the control levers and pedals
several times in all directions to release the
pressure from the working equipment
circuitry.

8. Raise the safety lock lever to engage the
lock.

Lowering the boom when the engine has
stopped

Perform this operation within 10 minutes
after the engine stopping.

Check that the safety lock lever is in the

1.
released position.

2. Check that the starter switch is in the ON
position.
Slowly push the operating lever forward to

3.
lower the boom.

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OPERATION

3-1

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING
OPERATION

GETTING ON OR OFF THE MACHINE

• Do not jump on or down from the
machine. Never attempt to get on or off
the moving machine.

• Climb up/down the steps holding the
handrail to support your weight in a
three point secure stance (hand and
feet).
Never use the safety lock lever or

•
control levers as hand holds.

WALK-AROUND INSPECTION

Perform the walk-around inspections once a
day before starting the engine for the first
time that day.
Refer to “MAINTENANCE, W
inspection”, on pages 5-14 and 5-15.

alk-around

DAILY INSPECTION

Perform the daily inspections once a day
before starting the engine for the first time.
Refer to “MAINTENANCE, Daily inspection”,
on pages 5-16 to 5-21.

3-2

OPERATION

AD6D003

STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE

STARTING AND STOPPING
THE ENGINE

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

1. Adjust the seat for a comfortable operating
position.
Fasten the seat belt.

2.

3. Check that the safety lock lever is in the
locked position.

5. Insert the key into the starter switch, turn it
to the ON position, then perform the
following inspections:

All warning lamps flash for one second

·

and an alarm is sounded for ten
seconds. The meters also start
functioning. After two seconds, only the
battery charge war
engine oil pressure warning lamp (2) and
the engine emergency lamp (1) start
flashing, and the other lamps turn off.

· Press the light switch to check that the

boom light, front light and meter lights
turn on.

If a lamp does not light or the alarm is not
sounded, the bulb may be burnt out or a
wire may be damaged. Ask a Takeuchi
service agent for repair.

ning lamp (3), the

Check that all levers and pedals are in the

4.
neutral position.

3-3

OPERATION

STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE

STARTING THE ENGINE

• Clear all personnel from the work area.

• Sound the horn to warn people around
the machine.

IMPOR
for more than 15 consecutive seconds. If
the engine fails to start, wait for 30
seconds, and then try again to start the
engine.

Normal starting

1. Pull the throttle lever to the middle

TANT: Do not run the starter motor

position.

Starting in cold climates

Never use starting fluid on this engine, as
the starting fluid could cause an
explosion.

Pull the throttle lever to the middle

1.
position.

2. Turn the starter key to the START position
and start the engine.
Once the engine starts, release the key.

3.
The key automatically returns to the ON
position.
Check that the warning lamps are off.

4.

5. Return the throttle lever and warm up the
engine.
Refer to “Warming up the engine” on page
3-5.

Turn the starter key to the ON position,

2.
and confirm that the glow lamp is on. (The
glow lamp stays lit for up to three seconds
when the coolant temperature is 5°C
(41°F).)
After the glow lamp goes out, turn the key

3.
to the START position to start the engine.

4. Once the engine starts, release the key.
The key automatically returns to the ON
position.
Check that the warning lamps are off.

5.

6. Return the throttle lever and warm up the
engine.
Refer to “Warming up the engine”.

3-4

OPERATION

STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE

WARMING UP THE ENGINE

IMPORTANT: Avoid racing the engine until
it has warmed up.

not warm up the engine for a long time

Do
(20 minutes or more). When idling is
required, occasionally place a load or run
the engine at medium speed.

Return the throttle lever, then run the

1.
engine at a low idle speed with no load for
5 minutes.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

IMPORTANT: Do not stop the engine
suddenly when operating with heavy
loads or at the maximum speed. Doing so
may cause the engine to overheat or
seize. Never stop running the engine
suddenly except in emergency.

1. Return the throttle lever.

2. Idle the engine for about 5 minutes to
gradually let it cool.

3. Turn the starter key to the OFF position to
stop the engine.

3-5

OPERATION

AD6D008

OPERATING THE MACHINE

OPERATING THE MACHINE

LEVER PATTERN (ISO PATTERN)

• Before starting operation, carefully check which lever pattern you are going to use.

• It is described using the ISO pattern in this manual.

Left crawler forward Right crawler forward

Left crawler reverse Right crawler reverse

Arm out Boom lower

Arm in Boom raise

Upperstructur

Upperstructur

Boom swing left Dozer blade lower

Boom swing right Dozer blade raise

e slew left Bucket load

e slew right Bucket dump

3-6

OPERATION

OPERATING THE MACHINE

LEVER PATTERN (G PATTERN) IF EQUIPPED

• Before starting operation, carefully check which lever pattern you are going to use.

• It is described using the ISO pattern in this manual.

Left crawler forward Right crawler forward

Left crawler reverse Right crawler reverse

Boom lower Arm out

Boom raise Arm in

Upperstructur

Upperstructur

Boom swing left Dozer blade lower

Boom swing right Dozer blade raise

Refer to “Selecting a lever pattern” on page 8-5.

e slew left Bucket load

e slew right Bucket dump

3-7

OPERATION

OPERATING THE MACHINE

WARMING UP THE MACHINE (HYDRAULIC OIL)

Operating the working equipment without
warming up the machine (hydraulic oil) is
dangerous, as the working equipment
cannot response to controls quickly or
may move in unexpected ways, and the
safety devices may not operate properly.
Be sure to sufficiently warm up the
machine.

IMPOR
too quickly when the hydraulic oil
temperatur
proper hydraulic oil temperature during
operation is 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F). If
operations must be performed at lower
temperatures, heat up the hydraulic oil to
at least 20°C (68°F).

Normal warm-up

TANT: Do not operate the levers

e is below 20°C (68°F). The

2. Fully lower the safety lock lever to
disengage the lock and lift the bucket from
the ground.

1. Pull the throttle lever to the middle
position, then run the engine at medium
speed for about 5 minutes with no load.

3. Extend and retract each of the cylinders
slowly several times with no load.

4. Slew slowly to the left and the right several
times.

3-8

OPERATION

OPERATING THE MACHINE

5. Travel slowly forward and in reverse
several times.

arm-up in cold climates

W

1. Perform the normal warm-up procedure.

INSPECTION AFTER WARM-UP

After warming up the engine and machine
(hydraulic oil), perform the checks and
inspections described below, and repair if
necessary.

Check that the warning lamps and meters

1.
are as follows:

· Are all warning lamps off?

· Is the LED on water temperature gauge

seen within the green range?

2. Check that there are no irregularities in the
exhaust color, sound and vibrations.

2. Set the bucket cylinder at the stroke end
and keep it there.

Do not keep this condition for more than

30 seconds.
Repeat Step 2 until the bucket operating

3.
speed becomes normal.

3. Raise the safety lock lever to the locked
position, and then check that the
operating and travel levers are locked.

3-9

OPERATION

AD6D012

OPERATING THE MACHINE

CRAWLER WIDTH SWITCHING

Operate the machine with the maximum
crawler width

Always operate the machine with the

•
crawler width extended to 1300 mm
(51.2 in.) to maximize the machine
stability. If the machine is operated with
the crawler width narrowed (980 mm,

38.6 in.), the machine may tip over due
to its poor stability.

• If the machine must be operated with
the narrowed crawler width (980 mm,

38.6 in.), traveling should be done after
folding the hoe attachment, lowering the
boom to lower the center of gravity and
keeping the machine facing forward.

This machine is able to change the crawler
width. Normally, it is best to operate with the
crawler width extended for machine’s
stability.

Switching the crawler width

Perform the operation on a flat and rigid

ound where no obstacles around.

gr

2. Depress the selector lever.

3. Push the blade lever forward (B) to
increase the crawler width (1300 mm or

51.2 in.).
If necessary, extend the blade width by
changing the plate (2).
Refer to “Switching the blade width” on
page 3-11.

1. Raise the machine body by using the hoe
attachment and the dozer blade.

IMPOR

TANT: Be sure to raise the machine
body before switching the crawler width.
If the operation is attempted when the
crawler is rested on the ground, the travel
frame or span cylinder may be damaged.

Pull the blade lever toward you (A) to

4.
decrease the crawler width (980 mm or

38.6 in.).

3-10

OPERATION

AC8D015

2

1

OPERATING THE MACHINE

SWITCHING THE BLADE WIDTH

1. Loosen bolts (1) and remove plate (2).

2. Attach the right plate (2) to the left, the left
plate (2) to the right.
Tighten the plate (2) with bolts (1).

3.

3-11

OPERATION

AG7A032PE

Dozer blade

OPERATING THE MACHINE

OPERATING THE TRAVEL LEVERS

• Never allow anyone to enter the
machine’s slewing radius and path.

• Signal your intention to move by
sounding the horn.

• There is a blind spot in the rear of the
machine. Before traveling in reverse, as
necessary, swing the cab around in
reverse to check that the area is safe
and clear.

• Before operating the travel levers/
pedals, make sure that the dozer blade
is to the front of the operator’s seat.
Remember that when the dozer blade is
to the rear of the operator’s seat, the
travel levers/pedals must be operated in
the reverse direction from when it is to
the front.

• Clear all obstacles from the path of the
machine.

Moving the machine forward and
backward

Pull the throttle lever and increase the

1.
engine speed.

2.

Fully lower the safety lock lever to
disengage the lock.

3. Fold the hoe attachment and lower it 30 to
40 cm (12 to 16 in.) above the ground.

4. Lift the dozer blade.

5. Operate the left and right travel levers as
below.

3-12

OPERATION

OPERATING THE MACHINE

When the dozer blade is in front of the
operator’s seat:

To move forward:

Tilt the levers forward.

To move backward:

Tilt the levers backward.

Traveling in 2nd (High) speed

Press the travel speed switch on the right
travel lever to switch to 2nd (high) speed,
and press it again to return to 1st (low)
speed.

When the dozer blade is behind the
operator’s seat:

To move forward:

Tilt the levers backward.

To move backward:

Tilt the levers forward.

3-13

OPERATION

OPERATING THE MACHINE

Pivot turn

Turning to the left when stopped:

To turn forward to the left:

Tilt the right lever forward.

To turn backward to the left:
Tilt the right lever backward.
To turn to the right, operate the left lever in
the same way as for the right lever.

Spin turn

To spin left:

Tilt the left lever backward and the right

lever forward.

To spin right:

Tilt the right lever backward and the left

lever forward.

Turning to the left while traveling:

To turn left while traveling forward:
Set the left lever to neutral.

To turn left while traveling backward:
Set the left lever to neutral.
To turn to the right while traveling, operate
the right lever in the same way as for the left
lever.

3-14

OPERATION

OPERATING THE MACHINE

STOPPING TRAVEL

• Park the machine on a flat, rigid and
safe ground. Set the parking brake. If
you must park on a slope, chock the
tracks to block the machine.
If any control is accidentally touched

•
when the safety lock lever is not locked,
the machine may suddenly move and
cause serious injury or death.
Note that the dozer blade, boom swing

•
and auxiliary hydraulic controls cannot
be locked, even when the safety lock
lever is set to the locked position.

Do not carelessly touch these controls.

Never stop running the machine suddenly
except in emergency. Stop in good time,
if possible.

1. Set the left and right travel levers slowly to

the neutral position. The machine stops.

3-15

OPERATION

AD6D003

OPERATING THE MACHINE

OPERATING THE WORKING EQUIPMENT

• Before starting operation, carefully
check which lever pattern you are going
to use.
It is described using the ISO pattern in

•
this manual.

Use the right operating lever to operate the
boom and bucket.
Use the left operating lever to operate the
arm and slewing.

n the operating levers to the neutral

Retur
position to stop the hoe attachments.

1. Lower the safety lock lever to the

unlocked position.
Set the pedal cover to the unlocked

2.

position.

Slewing

Check the surrounding area for safety
before slewing.

Upperstructure slew left:

Tilt the left operating lever to the left.

Upperstructure slew right:

Tilt the left operating lever to the right.

Operating the boom

Boom lower:

Tilt the right operating lever forward.

Boom raise:

Tilt the right operating lever backward.

3-16

OPERATION

OPERATING THE MACHINE

Operating the arm

Arm in:

Tilt the left operating lever backward.

Arm out:

Tilt the left operating lever forward.

Operating the bucket

Operating the boom swing

Boom swing left:

Step on the left side of the pedal.

Boom swing right:

Step on the right side of the pedal.

Operating the dozer blade

Bucket load:

Tilt the right operating lever to the left.

Bucket dump:

Tilt the right operating lever to the right.

Dozer blade lower:

Tilt the lever forward.

Dozer blade raise:

Tilt the lever backward.

3-17

OPERATION

OPERATING PROCEDURES

OPERATING PROCEDURES

PROHIBITED OPERATIONS

• Do not operate on bedrock (hard or
soft).
Do not slew while traveling. If you must

•
operate the hoe attachment while
traveling, operate at speeds slow
enough so you have complete control at
all times.

Do not perform demolition or leveling
using slew for

ce

Be gentle when using the hydraulic
cylinder

Do not extend the hydraulic cylinders to the
stroke ends. Operate them with leeway.

Do not demolish walls or level ground using
slew force. Also, do not dig the bucket teeth
into the ground during slewing. Doing so will
damage the hoe attachment.

Do not dig while traveling

Do not dig the bucket into the ground and
use the traveling force to dig.

Do not support the machine body with the
hoe attachment when the body is lowering
with the arm cylinder fully extended. Doing
so concentrates the load on the arm cylinder
and could damage the arm cylinder.

3-18

OPERATION

OPERATING PROCEDURES

Do not drive piles with the bucket or dig
by banging the bucket

Doing so will shorten the service life of the
hoe attachment. Use the hydraulic force to
dig.

Do not perform operations using the
machine’

s dropping force

Digging bedrock

For hard base rock, break the rock up into
small pieces with a breaker, etc., before
digging. This prevents damage to the
machine and is thus more economical in the
end.

Caution on exposing the dozer blade to
shocks

Putting excessive strain on the machine will
shorten its service life. When digging, use the
hydraulic force of the cylinders and the
shallow and long strokes.

Hitting the dozer blade against rocks, etc.,
could damage the dozer blade or the blade
cylinder.

3-19

OPERATION

OPERATING PROCEDURES

Caution on folding the hoe attachment

Be careful not to let the bucket to hit the
dozer blade when the hoe attachment is
being folded.

Do not use the dozer blade as an
outrigger

Pay attention to the dozer blade when
digging

When digging deeply with the dozer blade
positioned at the fr
boom cylinder and bucket do not hit the
dozer blade.
Operate with the dozer blade at the r
whenever possible.

Caution on digging down with the dozer
blade

ont, be careful that the

ear

This dozer blade is designed for simple earth
pushing. Do not dig down deeply with the
dozer blade. Doing so could damage the
dozer blade and undercarriage.

3-20

OPERATION

AD6D019

1

CAUTIONS ON OPERATING

CAUTIONS ON OPERATING

CAUTIONS ON TRAVELING

Traveling over obstacles (rocks, stumps, etc.)
may put a great load on the machine body
and may cause damage to it. Avoid crossing
over obstacles whenever possible. If you
must do so, keep the hoe attachment near
the ground, travel at a low speed, and go
over the obstacle at the center of the crawler.

Cautions on traveling in 2nd (High) speed

Cautions on using machine in water

If the rear of the machine is submerged in
water as shown in the figure above, it causes
the radiator fan to turn in water, resulting in
damage to the fan. The rear of the machine
must not be submerged.

• On uneven ground, maintain the low speed
and avoid starting, stopping or changing
directions abruptly.

• When traveling in 2nd speed, do so with
the dozer blade at the front.

Allowable water depth

•
Use the machine in water only when the

water is up to the middle of the shoe slide
(1).
For those parts used in water for a long

•
time, apply enough grease until the old
grease is expelled.

• Never submerge the slew bearing or main
body in water or sand. If submerged,
contact a Takeuchi service agent for
inspection.

3-21

OPERATION

AG7A036

90°~110°

20~30cm
(8 to 12in)

(de 8 a 12 pulg.)

Descending

AG7A035PE

90°~110°

20~30cm (8 to 12in)

Dozer blade

CAUTIONS ON OPERATING

CAUTIONS ON TRAVELING ON SLOPES

• Never travel on slopes that are too
steep for the machine to maintain its
stability. (maximum gradeability: 30°,
lateral tipping angle: 10°) Note that in
reality, the machine’s stability becomes
lower than the above values depending
on the working condition.
When traveling on slopes, lower the

•
bucket to a height of 20 to 30 cm (8 to
12 in.) above the ground. When climbing
a steep slope, extend the hoe
attachment to the fr
lower the bucket to the ground and stop
the machine.
When traveling on slopes or grades,

•
drive slowly in 1st (low) speed.
When climbing a hill, keep the

•
operator’s seat facing the hillside. When
descending a hill, keep the operator’s
seat facing the downhill direction. In
either case, travel must be done while
paying attention to the ground in front
of the machine.
Do not descend slopes in reverse.

•

ont. In emergencies,

• The machine may slip sideways even on
a slight slope if they are covered with
grass or dead leaves, or when traveling
on a wet metal plate or frozen surfaces.
Do not allow the machine to position
sideways to slopes.

raveling posture on slopes

T
Climbing slopes

When climbing slopes of 15° or more,
maintain the machine posture as shown in
the figure above.

Descending slopes

• Do not change directions on slopes or
traverse slopes. First return to a flat
surface, and then take an alternative
path.

When descending slopes of 15° or more,
slow down the engine speed and maintain
the machine posture as shown in the figure
above.

3-22

OPERATION

CAUTIONS ON OPERATING

Braking when descending slopes

When descending slopes, the brakes are
applied automatically once the travel levers
are returned to the neutral position.

If the crawler slips

If the engine stops

If the engine stops when descending a
slope, set the travel levers to the neutral
position, stop the machine, then start the
engine.

If the crawler slips while climbing a slope and
impossible to travel, use the pulling force of
the arm to climb the slope.

3-23

OPERATION

CAUTIONS ON OPERATING

GETTING OUT OF MUD

If the machine gets stuck in mud, use the
procedure below to get it out.

If one crawler is stuck

1. Swing the bucket to the side of the

crawler being stuck.
Set the arm and boom to an angle of 90

2.

to 110°.
Press the bottom of the bucket (not the

3.

teeth) against the ground.

4. Place a plank or the like under the lifted

crawler.

5. Lift the bucket and slowly move the

machine out of the mud.

OPERATIONS POSSIBLE WITH THIS MACHINE

Excavating

1. Set the dozer blade on the side opposite
to the side you want to dig on.
Use the arm and bucket and dig with

2.
shallow, long strokes. The maximum
digging force can be obtained when the
boom and arm angle is 80 to 120°. Use
this angle for effective digging.

Digging ditches

If both crawlers ar

1. Perform the steps 1 to 4 above for both
crawlers.
Dig the bucket into the ground in front of

2.
the machine.
Pull with the arm while traveling forward to

3.
slowly move the machine out.

e stuck

Install a bucket suited for digging ditches
and set the crawlers parallel to the ditch to
be dug for greater efficiency.
When digging wide ditches, dig the sides
first, and then dig the center.

3-24