More care. Built in.
VOLVO COMPACT EXCAVATORs
PRODUCT MANUAL
EC15c, EC17c, EC18c, EC20C
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Summary
Walkaround ................................................................................... from 4 to 17
Digging Equipment .................................................................. from 18 to 19
Electrical .................................................................................... from 20 to 21
Engine ........................................................................................ from 22 to 23
Hydraulics .................................................................................. from 24 to 27
Operator’s Environment ......................................................... from 28 to 35
Undercarriage ........................................................................... from 36 to 39
Upper Frame ............................................................................. from 40 to 41
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ISO / SAE control pattern change
Page 27 (071)
Walkaround : New items
Operator’s care cab
Page 28 (002)
High, resistant and
protective counterweight
Page 40 (005)
Powerful,
efficient Volvo engine
Page 22 (009-010-011-012)
Precise accessory and boom
offset by finger tip control
Page 24 (015-016)
Comfortable and efficient
travel pedals
Page 29 (022)
Accessible battery
disconnect switch
Page 20 (029)
Complete and clear
instrument panel
Page 31 (033)
Clear and easy check for
machine operating hours
Page 31 (034)
Efficient heating system
Page 32 (039)
Practical and convenient
tool boox
Page 32 (046)
Numerous power
sockets in the cab
Page 32 (047)
One place for electrical maintenance
Page 20 (053)
Fuel tank filling and filtration
Page 23 (054)
Hydraulic oil filtering
and filling
Page 23 (065)
Protected battery
Page 20 (060)
Washer fluid filling
Page 35 (072)
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Effective and strong
translation function
Page 28 (004)
Hydraulic hoses
protected
inside the boom
Page 18 (019)
Boom cylinder protection
from damages
Page 18 (017)
Safe and productive slewing break
Page 25 (028)
Suspended and
insulated cab
Page 40 (036)
Ideal top cab visibility
Page 33 (048)
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High, resistant and
protective counterweight
Page 40 (005)
High travel speed
Page 25 (018)
Impressive cab all-around visibility
Page 30 (026)
Optimized machine
rear overhang
Page 40 (035)
Adjustable suspended
seat to suit each operator
Page 31 (038)
Operator’s care cab
Page 28 (002)
Safe locking of all of
the controls
Page 30 (027)
Comfortable and
efficient travel pedals
Page 29 (022)
Walkaround : Main strong points
Effective and strong
translation function
Page 28 (004)
Precise accessory and boom
offset by finger tip control
Page 24 (015-016)
Safe and productive slewing break
Page 25 (028)
Slew and offset
movements combination
Page 24 (001)
Safe and comfortable
retracting seat belt
Page 29 (025)
Roomy and easy
to clean cab / canopy floor
Page 30 (032)
Safe machine’s access
for the operator
Page 32 (042)
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Powerful, efficient Volvo engine
Page 22 (009-010-011-012)
Easy day to day maintenance
Page 22 (003)
Performant and efficient
variable displacement pump
Page 25 (030)
Powerful hydraulic gear pump
Page 26 (031)
Hydraulic
hoses protected
inside the boom
Page 18 (019)
Boom cylinder
protection from damages
Page 18 (017)
Ideal top cab visibility
Page 33 (048)
Suspended and
insulated cab
Page 40 (036)
Automatic kick down travel function
Page 22 (006)
Maximum visibility and
ventilation from front
windscreen
Page 28 (007)
OPG1, ROPS and
TOPS cab and canopy
Page 29 (013)
Efficient lighting
Page 33 (051)
Excellent access to the
hydraulic components
Page 25 (021)
Variable-width undercarriage
Page 36 (024)
Accessible Main Control Valve
Page 26 (037)
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Walkaround : Quality and Reliability
Operator’s care cab
Page 28 (002)
High, resistant and
protective counterweight
Page 40 (005)
Robust digging equipment
Page 18 (014)
Hydraulic hoses protected
inside the boom
Page 18 (019)
Protected blade cylinder
Page 37 (043)
Independence
of hydraulic functions
Page 26 (045)
Practical and
convenient tool boox
Page 32 (046)
High-quality hydraulic connectors
Page 27 (050)
Hydraulic oil
filtering and filling
Page 23 (065)
Protection of
the electrical circuit
Page 21 (067)
Starter motor protected
Page 23 (073)
Powerful, efficient
Volvo engine
Page 22 (009-010-011-012)
Rounded durable dozer blade
Page 37 (044)
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Walkaround : Operating costs
Easy day to day
maintenance
Page 22 (003)
High, resistant and
protective counterweight
Page 40 (005)
Robust digging equipment
Page 18 (014)
Boom cylinder
protection
from damages
Page 18 (017)
Hydraulic hoses protected inside the boom
Page 18 (019)
Excellent access to the
hydraulic components
Page 25 (021)
Powerful hydraulic gear pump
Page 26 (031)
Roomy and easy to clean
cab / canopy floor
Page 30 (032)
Optimized machine rear overhang
Page 40 (035)
Accessible Main
Control Valve
Page 26 (037)
Protected blade cylinder
Page 37 (043)
Rounded durable dozer blade
Page 37 (044)
High-quality hydraulic
connectors
Page 27 (050)
One place for electrical
maintenance
Page 20 (053)
Fuel tank filling and filtration
Page 23 (054)
Cab flat windows
easy and cost
efficient replacement
Page 34 (055)
Tanks drain plugs
Page 23 (064)
Starter motor protected
Page 23 (073)
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Walkaround : Productivity
Effective and strong
translation function
Page 28 (004)
Automatic kick
down travel function
Page 22 (006)
Maximum visibility and ventilation
from front windscreen
Page 28 (007)
Dozer blade well optimum
reach at ground level
Page 36 (008)
Precise accessory
and boom offset by
finger tip control
Page 24 (015-016)
Boom cylinder protection
from damages
Page 18 (017)
High travel speed
Page 25 (018)
Comfortable and efficient
travel pedals
Page 29 (022)
Suspended and
insulated cab
Page 40 (036)
Adjustable suspended seat
to suit each operator
Page 31 (038)
Efficient heating system
Page 32 (039)
Ergonomic and smooth
dozer blade lever
Page 37 (040)
Optimum dozer blade height clearance
Page 37 (041)
Rounded durable dozer blade
Page 37 (044)
Independence of
hydraulic functions
Page 26 (045)
Effective tractive
forces
Page 38 (049)
Easy machine’s
familiarization
Page 33 (052)
Efficient lighting
Page 33 (051)
Operator’s care cab
Page 28 (002)
Ideal top cab visibility
Page 33 (048)
Easily removable canopy
Page 34 (061)
Easy stored
blade extensions
Page 38 (062)
Large rear view
mirrors
Page 35 (069)
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High, resistant and
protective counterweight
Page 40 (005)
Powerful, efficient
Volvo engine
Page 22 (009-010-011-012)
Performant bucket forces
Page 19 (020)
Efficient bucket’s
curled angle
Page 19 (023)
Variable-width undercarriage
Page 36 (024)
Impressive cab all-around visibility
Page 30 (026)
Safe and productive
slewing break
Page 25 (028)
Performant and efficient
variable displacement pump
Page 25 (030)
Powerful hydraulic gear pump
Page 26 (031)
Large capacity fuel tank
Page 41 (063)
ISO / SAE control pattern change
Page 27 (071)
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Walkaround : Performance
Effective and strong
translation function
Page 28 (004)
Automatic kick down
travel function
Page 22 (006)
Dozer blade well optimum
reach at ground level
Page 36 (008)
Powerful, efficient
Volvo engine
Page 22 (009-010-011-012)
Robust digging equipment
Page 18 (014)
Precise accessory and
boom offset by finger tip
control
Page 24 (015-016)
Boom cylinder protection
from damages
Page 18 (017)
High travel speed
Page 25 (018)
Comfortable and
efficient travel
pedals
Page 29 (022)
Efficient bucket’s curled angle
Page 19 (023)
Variable-width undercarriage
Page 36 (024)
Performant and efficient
variable displacement pump
Page 25 (030)
Powerful hydraulic
gear pump
Page 26 (031)
Optimum dozer blade height clearance
Page 37 (041)
Effective tractive forces
Page 38 (049)
Easy stored blade extensions
Page 38 (062)
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Walkaround : Serviceability
Easy day to day maintenance
Page 22 (003)
Roomy and easy to clean
cab / canopy fl oor
Page 30 (032)
Excellent access to the
hydraulic components
Page 25 (021)
Complete and clear
instrument panel
Page 31 (033)
Clear and easy check for
machine operating hours
Page 31 (034)
High-quality hydraulic connectors
Page 27 (050)
One place for electrical
maintenance
Page 20 (053)
Fuel tank filling and filtration
Page 23 (054)
Tanks drain plugs
Page 23 (064)
Efficient and accessible
hydraulic oil cooler
Page 23 (065)
Hydraulic oil filtering
and filling
Page 27 (066)
Washer fluid filling
Page 35 (072)
Starter motor protected
Page 23 (073)
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Operator’s care cab
Page 28 (002)
Independence of hydraulic
functions
Page 26 (045)
Easy machine’s
familiarization
Page 33 (052)
Safe and comfortable
retracting seat belt
Page 29 (025)
Safe locking of all of
the controls
Page 30 (027)
Roomy and easy to clean
cab / canopy floor
Page 30 (032)
Adjustable suspended seat
to suit each operator
Page 31 (038)
Walkaround : Operator’s environment
Slew and offset
movements combination
Page 24 (001)
Effective and strong translation function
Page 28 (004)
Automatic kick down
travel function
Page 22 (006)
Maximum visibility and
ventilation from front
windscreen
Page 28 (007)
OPG1, ROPS and TOPS cab and canopy
Page 29 (013)
Precise accessory and boom
offset by finger tip control
Page 24 (015-016)
Impressive cab
all-around visibility
Page 30 (026)
Suspended and
insulated cab
Page 40 (036)
Practical and convenient tool boox
Page 32 (046)
Numerous power sockets in the cab
Page 32 (047)
Ideal top cab visibility
Page 33 (048)
Efficient lighting
Page 33 (051)
Cab inside light
ideal position
Page 34 (056)
Complete and clear
instrument panel
Page 31 (033)
Clear and easy check for
machine operating hours
Page 31 (034)
Efficient heating system
Page 32 (039)
Ergonomic and smooth
dozer blade lever
Page 37 (040)
Performant
radio equipment
Page 34 (057)
Washer fluid filling
Page 35 (072)
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Accessible battery
disconnect switch
Page 20 (029)
Safe machine’s access
for the operator
Page 32 (042)
ISO / SAE control
pattern change
Page 27 (0071)
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Walkaround : Safety
Operator’s care cab
Page 28 (002)
Maximum visibility
and ventilation from
front windscreen
Page 28 (007)
OPG1, ROPS and TOPS cab and canopy
Page 29 (013)
Efficient bucket’s curled angle
Page 19 (023)
Safe and comfortable
retracting seat belt
Page 29 (025)
Impressive cab
all-around visibility
Page 30 (026)
Safe locking of all
of the controls
Page 30 (027)
Safe and productive
slewing break
Page 25 (028)
Complete and clear
instrument panel
Page 31 (033)
Independence of
hydraulic functions
Page 26 (045)
Efficient lighting
Page 33 (051)
4 digits anti theft key pad
Page 35 (068)
Large rear view mirrors
Page 35 (069)
Canopy safe handrail
Page 35 (070)
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Accessible battery
disconnect switch
Page 20 (029)
Optimized machine
rear overhang
Page 40 (035)
Safe machine’s access
for the operator
Page 32 (042)
High-quality hydraulic
connectors
Page 27 (050)
Protected battery
Page 20 (060)
Protection of the electrical
circuit
Page 21 (067)
Starter motor protected
Page 23 (073)
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Digging Equipment
Digging equipment durability and
sturdiness
Boom design is the same as on larger excavator machines.
Boom end is made of cast steel and arm base is made of
cast iron to offer maximum durability between boom and
arm connection.
Customer Benefit
More reliability and quality.
Low operating and maintenance costs. 014
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Boom cylinder protection
The boom cylinder is positioned above the boom for better
protection. The hydraulic cylinder is fully protected in all
types of applications, including digging, loading of trucks
or lifting.
Customer Benefit
Low operating and maintenance costs.
More productivity. 017
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Equipment hydraulic hoses
routed in the boom
Hydraulic hoses for the arm cylinder, bucket cylinder and
attachment hydraulic circuit are routed inside of the boom.
Hoses are fully protected from damage and day to day
wear.
Customer Benefit
Low operating and maintenance costs. 019•
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Bucket forces
Delivers performance and considerable breakout and tearout forces for a machine in this category. The breakout
force is the force developed by the bucket cylinder. The
excavator’s ability to separate and de-compact material
by leverage at the bucket teeth depends on this force.
The tear-out force is the force developed by the arm
cylinder and used for bucket penetration and tear-out of
materials.
Customer Benefit
High performance for more productivity. 020•
Bucket’s curled angle
The bucket has a good rotation angle of 195°, providing
a good attack and square excavations at all depths. Also
on loading and dumping movements, materials are safely
maintained to avoid spilling and/or risk of falling.
Customer Benefit
More productivity.
More safety on the worksite. 023
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Electrical
Battery disconnect switch
All machines are equipped with a battery disconnect
switch on the outside of the cab. The switch is easily
accessed and is located on the right side of the machine,
next to the cab door. When the switch is disengaged the
machine’s electricity supply is shut off.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort and productivity when the
operator starts and stops the machine.
More safety regarding potential electricity fire and risk of
theft.
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Electrical maintenance access
All main electrical components, like battery and fuse box,
are located in one place behind the left rear cab panel.
Electrical parts access requires removal of only 3 screws
on the panel. Maintenance is fast and easy.
Customer Benefit
Low operating and maintenance costs. 053•
Protection of the battery against
damage & vandalism
The sealed battery, located behind the left side panel,
is not visible from the outside and protected from any
damage.
Customer Benefit
Low operating and maintenance costs. 060•
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Protection of the electrical circuit
The electrical circuit is equipped with two main fuses,
which prevent any short circuiting.
Customer Benefit
Better protection. No risk of fire. More safety. 067•
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Engine
Automatic two-speed travel
In high speed mode, travel speed is automatically shifted
from high to low speed according to the travel load
(working on slopes, levelling or backfilling work with the
blade).
Customer Benefit
The travel speed of the machine adapts automatically to
the operation/travel load for optimal traction force. The
operator can focus on the work at hand and the external
environment.
Increased productivity and more operator comfort. 006
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Volvo engine
(EC15C,EC17C,EC18C,EC20C)
The engines features a diesel Volvo Tier 4 compliant
engine: Volvo D1.1DCAE4 (1,1 liters), 3 cylinders, watercooled with inline fuel injection pump.
Customer Benefit
More reliability, more performance and productivity.
More care for the environment. 009 - 010 - 011 - 012
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Daily maintenance
All service points are easily accessible under the engine
hood:
- fuel level and filling,
- engine oil check,
- Air filter check,
- Coolant level check,
- Hydraulic oil level and filling,
- All greasing points are grouped on the left side of the
machine.
Customer Benefit
Excellent access to the engine for quick and easy daily
maintenance.
Lower customer maintenance and operating costs. 003
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Fuel tank filling and filtration
The large fuel inlet is located on the rear of the engine
hood with large and accessible entry. It features a strainer
and water separator to ensure optimum fuel filtration and
preserve the engine’s life.
Customer Benefit
More productivity.
Low operating and maintenance costs. 054
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Hydraulic oil filtering and filling
The hydraulic oil is filtered when the tank is filled and at
each cycle. The transparent hydraulic oil inlet provides an
easy way to perform level check and diagnosis.
Customer Benefit
Low operating and maintenance costs. 065•
Protection of the starter motor
Starter motor is protected from damage of the driving
pinion. Ignition key can’t go to the start position if the
engine is running.
Customer Benefit
Low operating and maintenance costs. 073•
Fuel and hydraulic tank drain plug
Fuel and hydraulic tanks are equipped with drain plugs for
easy draining and cleaning.
Customer Benefit
Low operating and maintenance costs. 064•
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Hydraulics
Slew and offset movements
combination
Slewing movement is controlled by the left hand control
lever and offset movement is controlled by an electroproportional roller located on the right hand control lever.
The offset control indicator switch lights up after being
pressed on the left hand control switch. Offset mode is
switched on when the machine starts up. More cab floor
space due to no need for a floor pedal to control offset
movement.
Customer Benefit
More productivity.
More operator comfort. 001
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Fingertip control
The accessory circuit and the boom offset are controlled
by an on / off switch located on the right joystick. A control
light on the instrument panel indicates which mode is
activated. Fingertip control is precise and smooth.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort.
More productivity. 015
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Fingertip control
The accessory circuit and the boom offset are controlled
by an electroproportional, roller-type control located on
the right joystick. A control light on the instrument panel
indicates which mode is activated. Fingertip control is
precise and smooth.
Customer Benefit
At any time the operator can accurately adjust the amount
and direction of flow with the fingertip control.
More productivity.
More operator comfort.
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Travel speed performance
High speed has been increased by 20% compared to
previous models. Hydraulic flow to the travel motors has
also been increased.
Customer Benefit
More productivity on the worksite during travelling or
levelling applications. 018
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In depth hydraulic maintenance
Very good access to all main hydraulic components. Just
remove 6 screws from the cab floor for direct access:
- to the top of the main control valve,
- to the slewing joint,
- to the slewing motor,
- to the various hydraulic hoses,
- to the travel control hydraulics.
Customer Benefit
Low operating and maintenance costs. 021•
Slewing brake
Machine is equipped as standard with a slewing hydrostatic
brake. When the operator releases the slewing gear left
control lever, it brakes and stops the slewing movement.
Provides safer operation during slewing applications.
Customer Benefit
More precision for the operator during machine slewing
movements.
More productivity and more safety. 028
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Hydraulic variable displacement
pump
The EC18C and EC20C are equipped with a variable
displacement pump. Thanks to the load sensing system,
the pump flow is automatically adapted to the need of the
operation. The variable displacement pump is low energy
consumer and helps on fuel efficiency.
Customer Benefit
More fuel efficient for lower operating costs.
More productivity. 030
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Hydraulics
Hydraulic gear pump
The EC15C and EC17C are equipped with hydraulic
mono pump system. This gear pump generates constant
flow at different pressure levels. The pump is sturdy and
reliable.
Customer Benefit
Low operating and maintenance costs. 031•
Main Control Valve accessibility
Easy accessibility to the main control valve. For
maintenance, just remove one panel with 5 bolts to gain
full access to the main control valve.
Customer Benefit
Low operating and maintenance costs. 037•
Hydraulic system
Machine has a closed circuit hydraulic load-sensing
system, allowing full independence of all the excavator’s
individual movements.
Customer Benefit
More productivity.
More operator comfort.
More safety.
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Hydraulic connectors quality
ORFS (O Ring Face Seal) technology is used on most
hydraulic connectors to ensure 100% certain leak
tightness. It provides an excellent resistance to pressure
peaks, vibrations and twisting.
Customer Benefit
No risk of leakage for more safety along with lower
operating and maintenance costs. 050
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Hydraulic oil cooler
The hydraulic oil cooler, mounted on a slideway, is part
of the standard equipment. It permits efficient cooling of
the hydraulic oil, and prevents risks of overheating, even
during intense, prolonged work. It provides easy access
and can be easily cleaned and rotated by only removing
two screws.
Customer Benefit
The machine’s high performance is maintained even after
several hours of intense work, for better productivity. 066
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ISO / SAE control pattern change
and travel alarm
ISO / SAE control pattern change lever is located on the
upper frame below the machine left side panel. Pattern
change can be performed very easily and quickly from the
outside.This option is combined with travel alarm option to
prevent people of machine’s movements on the jobsite.
Customer Benefit
More versatility.
More operator comfort.
More safety. 071
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Right side accessibility
For easy maintenance on the machine, just remove one
panel with 5 bolts to gain full access to the main control
valve, hydraulic oil cooler, hydraulic hoses etc...
Customer Benefit
Low maintenance and operating costs. 074•
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Operator’s Environment
Volvo Care cab
Volvo is the leader in operator comfort. The cab, among the
most spacious and roomy in its category, offers excellent
all-around visibility with a larger glazed area. Controls
and instrument switches are ideally located inside the
cab. Comfortable operator’s seat can be adjusted in a
wide range of positions and is equipped with ergonomic
armrests. Cab is equipped with a heating system along
with noise and vibration reducing insulation. No offset
pedal on the cab floor provides more foot space.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort.
More productivity.
More safety. 002
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Translation function
The machine is equipped as standard with levers and
travel pedals managed by hydraulic servo-controls. Every
action performed by the operator with the levers or pedals
translates into precise and progressive movements. The
two levers with short displacement movement are fitted
on large pedals to offer maximum comfort during operator
use. Combined with the Auto Kick Down feature, it offers
great performance on the jobsite.
Customer Benefit
Ability to easily drive the machine backward or forward
with the feet, enabling full operation with the hands. Due
to the short travel lever displacement, the operator can
manage movements with only one hand.
More productivity and operator comfort. 004
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Front upper windscreen opening
Upper window can be easily opened with two ergonomic
handles, offering greater visibility, communication with
those outside the cab and increased air ventilation inside
the cab. The window automatically locks into up position
using a well-guided, rigid gas strut opening system. In
open position, the front window extend outward from the
cab to offer additional protection against rain/weather.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort.
More productivity.
More safety.
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Safe Cab and canopy
Volvo cabs/canopies come standard with TOPS, ROPS
and OPG1 safety structure.
1/ OPG1 (Object Protective Guard). Protection in the
event of an object falling on the cab.
2/ ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure). Protection
against any risk of being crushed during machine roll
over.
3/ TOPS (Tip Over Protective Structure). Protection
against any risk of being crushed during machine tip
over.
4/ All available seats are fitted with a seat belt.
Optional OPG2 guards will be available for additional
protection.
Customer Benefit
The operator can safely operate in all types of
environments and applications.
More safety for the operator. 013
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Large travel pedals
Two large, ergonomic pedals made of aluminum allow
precise foot positioning during travelling operations.
These pedals are comparable to those used on heavier
excavators. They are designed for intensive, frequent use
and maximum grip.
Customer Benefit
Optimised foot pedal driving contro l for more
productivity.
Precision and easy operation. 022
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Retracting seat belt
A retracting seat belt is available in two sizes: 2 (50,8 mm)
or 3 (76,2 mm). A visual indicator located on the
instrument panel warns the operator when the seat belt is
not engaged. Retracting belt can be perfectly adjusted to
different sizes and also retracts automatically when not in
use by the operator.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort.
More safety. 025
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Operator’s Environment
All around visibility
The cab has a very large security glazed surface area on all
four sides on the cab. Cab features a large front window,
a sliding window on the right side, a fully glazed cab door
and a large rear window with narrow pillars to provide 360°
visibility on the worksite. To also increase rear visibility, the
machine features a compact rear design.
Customer Benefit
With ideal all-around visibility, the operator achieves
greater safety on the worksite along with more
productivity. 026
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Active locking of the controls
All the machine’s controls lock when the safety strut on the
left side is raised. This mechanical locking acts directly on
the control valve and therefore concerns the equipment,
offset controls, blade and travel controls.
Customer Benefit
Mechanical locking of all the machine’s controls helps
avoid any risk of accident when the operator gets into or
out of the cab.
More safety on the worksite. 027
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Large and roomy uncluttered
cab / canopy floor
The cab platform is one single piece. It offers a large,
roomy and uncluttered floor providing plenty of foot space
for the operator. Due to the functional control on the right
joystick for the accessories circuit and offset function, the
control pedal has been removed for even more foot space.
The cab floor is also easier and quicker to clean.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort.
Low operating and maintenance costs.
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Instrument panel
The new instrument panel features complete monitoring of
gauges, controls and warning lights. The instrument panel
is located on the operator’s right side for easy viewing.
The digital operating hour meter and the fuel level gauge
are on the top of the instrument panel. 8 warning lights are
located on the left bottom of the panel: central warning,
engine temperature control, engine oil pressure control,
battery charge control, offset control, preheating control,
air filter control, seat belt.
Customer Benefit
Clear, precise operator information for more comfort and
safety.
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Digital hour meter
A digital hour meter is located on the side instrument
panel. It shows the total number of hours with the engine
running. Maintenance work is to be carried out according
to the reading of the operating hour meter. There is no
need to start the machine to read the display the number
of engine hours. Hour numbers can be checked by the
operator from the outside without entering the cab.
Customer Benefit
The quick and easy way for the operator to check the
machine hours.
More operator comfort. 034
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Vinyl or fabric suspended seat
Two types of suspended seats, standard back or high
back available in either vinyl or fabric.
Standard back seat features 3 adjustments: operator
weight, front / rear and incline.
High back seat features 4 adjustments: operator weight,
front / rear, incline and lumbar support.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort with less fatigue for more
productivity. 038
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Operator’s Environment
Heating system
Cab heating system has 2 heating vents: one dedicated
for front window defrosting and a second dedicated to the
operator’s side. The heating control is in the cab, within
the operator’s reach.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort with less fatigue when operating
in poor weather, leading to more productivity. 039
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Safe access to the driving position
The door has a wide opening and the console fully retracts
to make entering and exiting the cab easier for the operator.
One wide handhold in front of the cab, one inside the cab
and a non-slip cab step provides safe, 3-point cab access
when entering or exiting the cab / canopy.
Customer Benefit
Easy and safe cab entry and exit thanks to 3 safe grip
points.
More safety.
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Integrated cab tool box
Tool bo x, loca ted below the op erator’s seat, is
thermoformed into the cab platform to give each tool a
dedicated position. It can be locked with the ignition key.
Machine’s operator manual can be stored into the opening
tool box door. A 12V electrical outlet is also located inside
the tool box to plug an additional portable work light. All
tools and documents are safely stored inside the cab.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort. 046•
Cab electrical power socket
Two 12V electrical power sockets are located inside the
cab. One socket is inside the tool box and one is located
on the rear side of the cab. These power sockets are used
for electrical devices such as a mobile phone charger or to
supply electricity to a lamp or extra rotating beacon.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort. 047•
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Top cab visibility
Cab features a round, top-tinted window made of
polycarbonate to offer better upper visibility for the operator,
especially in truck loading applications. This window is
unbreakable and repellent when working in precipitation.
On the external side, the window is equipped with a gutter
to deflect rain water from the front windscreen.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort.
More productivity.
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Working Lights
The machine is equipped on the top as standard with
powerful halogen work lights (1 on the canopy and 2 on
the cab). Optional protected halogen work lights can be
fitted on the boom. An optional rear side work light on
the cab, combined with a rotating beacon, is available to
increase operator’s visibility in dark conditions. Operators
gain better work visibility in all types of lighting conditions
and make the machine plainly visible on the worksite.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort.
More productivity.
More safety.
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Easy familiarization
The machine fe atures optimised travel contr ols,
ergonomic control levers, Volvo Care Cab, combination
of slew and offset on the joysticks and intuitive interface
electroproportional control for offset and attachment. All
features are easy for the operator to understand, helping
them to quickly get maximum productivity out of the
machine.
Customer Benefit
More versatility.
More productivity.
More operator comfort.
052
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Operator’s Environment
Flat windows
The front, back, side and door windows are flat and made
of security glass. In case of damage, all glass windows
can be replaced simply, quickly and inexpensively.
Customer Benefit
Low operating and maintenance costs. 055•
Cab inside light
Interior cab light is well positioned on the cab’s ceiling
above the instrument panel and ignition switch. Provides
the operator better visibility in dark conditions.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort. 056•
Cab radio equipment
Cab is equipped with two audio speakers, located in
the top rear side of the cab. Radio is located in a flat
position on the top of cab, helping to protect from dust
and damage. Antenna is located behind the right rear cab
pillar, offering protection from damage during machine
operation. A radio AM/ FM CD player is available as an
option.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort. 057•
Easily removable canopy
There are just 8 bolts to take out to remove the canopy
from the upper frame. Height of the machine can be
reduced to access narrow areas.
Customer Benefit
More productivity.
More versatility. 061
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Anti theft key pad
Anti theft key pad with 4-digit code is located on the right
instrument panel. Without the code, the machine can’t be
started. Available as an option.
Customer Benefit
More safety. 068•
Right and left rear view mirrors
Machine is equipped as standard with a right side, large
rearview mirror. As an option, a second mirror can be
fitted on the left side. Helps achieve optimised operator
visibility to the rear side.
Customer Benefit
More safety.
More productivity. 069
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Canopy safe handrail
Canopy is equipped with a large, safe and practical
handrail. Operator can get a safe, secure access and exit
of the canopy machine.
Customer Benefit
More safety.
More operator comfort.
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Washer fluid filling
Washer fluid filling is located inside the cab below the
heating system. Easy access and easy filling without
exiting the cab.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort. 072•
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Undercarriage
Dozer blade reach
The dozer blade is positioned well forward from the machine
tracks to provide maximum reach at ground level. Dozer
blade is easily visible from the operator’s seat, allowing
for precision work. There is good clearance between the
tracks and the blade rear side, providing a good outlet for
displaced soil during levelling and backfilling operations.
In offset position, bucket ranges to touch the blade, aiding
in finishing work, cleaning and picking up of materials.
Customer Benefit
More productivity. 008•
Variable-width undercarriage
The EC18C and EC20C have a variable-width
undercarriage from 994 mm to 1 336 mm. Adjust the
width by pressing the variable undercarriage switch
and simultaneously moving the blade lever. The blade
is equipped as standard with two additional extension
parts to increase blade width when the machine is in wide
mode undercarriage. Variable width allows the machine to
access narrow jobsite gates / openings and also be able to
gain significantly increased stability in other applications.
Customer Benefit
More versatility.
More productivity. 024
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Dozer blade lever
The blade control lever is smartly positioned near the
operator’s right hand for smooth operation during ground
levelling and backfilling work. The knob’s lever has an
ergonomic rounded shape for a good grip and easy
operation.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort.
More productivity. 040
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Dozer blade height clearance
Blade height clearance has been greatly increased to
provide better barrier crossing, such has roadside curbs
and sidewalks.
Customer Benefit
More productivity.
More versatility.
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Protected blade cylinder
A large, steel plate cover is bolted on the blade cylinder
to protect hydraulic hose connections and the cylinder
rod. Blade cylinder is fully protected from damage during
levelling and landscaping applications.
Customer Benefit
Low operating and maintenance costs. 043•
Dozer blade
The blade, which has a rounded profile for better grading
and dozer performances, is equipped with a reinforcing
bar welded over its entire with, to limit wear.
Customer Benefit
Low operating costs.
More productivity. 044
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Undercarriage
Tractive forces
High tractive forces enable very good performance during
all levelling and backfilling work. This allows the machine to
have good performance when working on steep slopes.
Customer Benefit
More productivity. 049•
Dozer blade side extensions
The two blade extension parts are stored on each side of
the dozer blade, allowing widening when needed. Dozer
blade can be adjusted to the variable undercarriage full
extending position. Blade extensions are easy and quick
to install and store: no tool is needed to fit and remove the
dozer blade.
Customer Benefit
More versatility.
More productivity. 062
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Upper Frame
Rear protection
The machine rear counterweight is made of cast iron and
one single piece to offer very good wear resistance. It
also features a round, high-profile design that wraps to
each side of the machine to protect panels. The engine
hood is well integrated into the counterweight shape
and protected from potential damage when operating on
narrow or congested sites.
Customer Benefit
More productivity.
Low maintenance and operating costs. 005
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Rear machine tracks overhang
Track overhang to the rear of the machine for new C series
machines has been reduced by 70 mm. Offers better rear
machine protection when working in very narrow places
without compromising machine stability.
Customer Benefit
More safety.
Low operating and maintenance costs. 035
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Suspended and insulated cab
platform
Cab platform is positioned on 4 rubber mounts to suspend
and eliminate vibration. Cab platform is also insulated to
reduce noise and regulate temperature inside the cab.
Customer Benefit
More operator comfort.
More productivity.
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Lifting machine
Machine is equipped with 3 lifting points: 2 on top of the
cab / canopy and 1 on the boom equipment. Machine can
be easily lifted and transported for specific applications.
Customer Benefit
More safety.
More versatility. 059
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Fuel tank capacity
The tank’s 20 liter capacity provides, on average, 10 to
12 hours of work depending of the type of applications.
The operator can work one full day without refilling the
fuel tank.
Customer Benefit
More productivity. 063•
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Not all products are available in all markets. Under our policy of continuous improvement, we reserve the right to change
specifications and design without prior notice. The illustrations do not necessarily show the standard version of the machine.
PUB : 21A1006319 English (Global)
2010.03 CEX
Volvo, Global Marketing
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