Wacker Neuson WL 30 Operator's Manual
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Operator’s Manual
Wheel Loader WL 30
December 10 Edition
You have opted for a Wacker Neuson loader – thank you very much for putting your trust in us.
Your Wacker Neuson loader is a powerful product with robust technology and a wide range of applications to aid you in
your day-to-day work. In order to familiarize yourself with your loader in a quick, comprehensive manner, please read
this Operator’s Manual attentively.
In addition to the information regarding operation, this Operator’s Manual also contains important maintenance and operating instructions for conserving the value of your loader. Furthermore, we will show you how to operate your loader in
an environmentally sound manner.
Should you have any questions or problems relating to your loader, please contact your Wacker Neuson partner or importer. They will be happy to respond to your questions, suggestions or criticisms at any time.
We are condent that you will be very satised with your new Wacker Neuson loader.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
1 BASIC INFORMATION .....................................................................................................................................8
1.1 Notes about this Operator’s Manual ....................................................................................................... 9
1.2 Explanation of the symbols used in this Operator’s Manual ................................................................. 10
1.3 Warranty and liability............................................................................................................................. 12
1.4 Intended use ......................................................................................................................................... 13
2 BASIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................. 16
2.1 Organizational measures ...................................................................................................................... 17
2.2 Selection and qualication of personnel / basic duties ......................................................................... 19
2.3 Safety instructions for certain operating phases .................................................................................. 20
2.3.1 Safety instructions for normal operation ............................................................................................... 20
2.3.2 Safety instructions for other operating modes ...................................................................................... 22
2.4 Safety instructions for particular hazards ............................................................................................. 25
2.4.1 Forklift attachment ................................................................................................................................ 25
2.4.2 Working near overhead power lines ..................................................................................................... 26
2.4.3 Electrical power..................................................................................................................................... 27
2.4.4 Flying sparks / re danger ..................................................................................................................... 27
2.4.5 Gas, dust, steam, smoke ......................................................................................................................28
2.4.6 Hydraulics, pneumatics ......................................................................................................................... 28
2.4.7 Tip-overs ............................................................................................................................................... 29
2.4.8 Noise ..................................................................................................................................................... 29
2.4.9 Oils, grease and other chemical substances ........................................................................................ 29
2.5 Transporting and towing / restarting ..................................................................................................... 30
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2.6 Final decommissioning / dismantling .................................................................................................... 30
2.7 Safety labels used ................................................................................................................................. 31
2.8 Safety devices ....................................................................................................................................... 36
2.8.1 Fire extinguisher ................................................................................................................................... 36
2.8.2 Rotating beacon .................................................................................................................................... 36
2.8.3 Seat belt ................................................................................................................................................ 37
2.8.4 Backup alarm for reverse drive ............................................................................................................. 37
2.8.5 Emergency exit ..................................................................................................................................... 38
2.8.6 Battery disconnect switch ..................................................................................................................... 39
2.8.7 Loader lift arm locking system .............................................................................................................. 40
3 TECHNICAL DATA .......................................................................................................................................... 41
3.1 Technical description ............................................................................................................................ 41
3.2 Loader data ........................................................................................................................................... 43
3.3 Product identication number plates ..................................................................................................... 45
3.4 Dimensions ...........................................................................................................................................46
4 DESCRIPTION OF THE INDICATOR, WARNING AND CONTROL ELEMENTS ......................................... 48
4.1 Operating elements and instruments .................................................................................................... 48
4.2 Control and warning indicator lights ...................................................................................................... 50
4.3 Switches / rocker switches .................................................................................................................... 54
4.4 Indicator devices ................................................................................................................................... 58
5 OPERATING AND OPERATION .................................................................................................................... 60
5.1 Before starting up .................................................................................................................................60
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5.1.1 Fueling .................................................................................................................................................. 60
5.1.2 Operation ..............................................................................................................................................62
5.1.3 Doors and windows............................................................................................................................... 64
5.1.4 Adjusting the steering column ............................................................................................................... 65
5.1.5 Adjusting the operator’s seat ................................................................................................................ 66
5.1.6 Seat belt ................................................................................................................................................ 67
5.2 Starting up ............................................................................................................................................ 70
5.2.1 Lighting system and forward warning device ........................................................................................ 70
5.2.2 Wipers and windshield washer system ................................................................................................. 72
5.2.3 Headlights and rotating beacon ............................................................................................................ 74
5.2.4 Ventilation and heating of the cab ......................................................................................................... 76
5.2.5 Before starting the engine ..................................................................................................................... 77
5.2.6 Starting the engine ................................................................................................................................ 78
5.3 Propulsion operation ............................................................................................................................. 80
5.3.1 Preparation for travel in public trafc .................................................................................................... 80
5.3.2 Travel speed .......................................................................................................................................... 81
5.3.3 Stopping and parking ............................................................................................................................ 85
5.4 Work operation ...................................................................................................................................... 86
5.4.1 Operating lever for Loader lift arms ...................................................................................................... 88
5.4.2 Activating the optional hydraulics .......................................................................................................... 90
5.4.3 Loader lift arms locking system ............................................................................................................94
5.4.4 Differential lock ..................................................................................................................................... 95
5.4.5 Changing attachments .......................................................................................................................... 96
5.4.6 Bucket ................................................................................................................................................. 101
5.4.7 Tip-overs ............................................................................................................................................. 107
5.4.8 Precaution measures for various temperature conditions .................................................................. 108
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5.5 Optional equipment ..............................................................................................................................110
6 TOWING AND TRANSPORTING ..................................................................................................................114
6.1 Towing ..................................................................................................................................................114
6.2 Transporting .........................................................................................................................................118
7 LOWERING LOADER ARMS........................................................................................................................ 125
8 RELIEVING RESIDUAL PRESSURE IN THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ........................................................ 126
9 SECURING THE LOADER ........................................................................................................................... 129
10 SERVICING AND INSPECTION ................................................................................................................... 130
10.1 Basic safety instructions for servicing and inspection ........................................................................ 130
10.2 Servicing and inspection intervals ...................................................................................................... 138
10.3 Lubrication schedule ........................................................................................................................... 150
10.4 Cleaning the loader ............................................................................................................................. 152
10.5 General safety check .......................................................................................................................... 154
10.6 Specications and lling quantities ..................................................................................................... 155
10.7 Maintenance and inspection work ...................................................................................................... 156
10.7.1 Preparation for maintenance and inspection work.............................................................................. 156
10.7.2 Servicing the engine ........................................................................................................................... 162
10.7.3 Servicing the fuel system .................................................................................................................... 168
10.7.4 Servicing the air lter system .............................................................................................................. 173
10.7.5 Servicing the cooling system .............................................................................................................. 176
10.7.6 Servicing the hydraulic system ........................................................................................................... 182
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10.7.7 Servicing the axles.............................................................................................................................. 191
10.7.8 Servicing the cab vent lter ................................................................................................................. 195
10.7.9 Servicing the brakes ........................................................................................................................... 196
10.7.10 Servicing the tires and wheels ............................................................................................................ 198
10.7.11 Servicing the electrical system ........................................................................................................... 202
10.8 Jump-starting / emergency starting .................................................................................................... 210
10.9 Loader storage .................................................................................................................................... 213
11 TROUBLESHOOTING AND EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE ...................................................................... 216
12 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPAIRS ................................................................................................... 220
12.1 General safety regulations for repairs ................................................................................................. 220
12.2 Engine ................................................................................................................................................. 223
12.3 Welding work ...................................................................................................................................... 223
12.4 Hydraulic system ................................................................................................................................. 225
12.5 Brakes ................................................................................................................................................. 225
13 FINAL SHUTDOWN OF THE LOADER / DECOMMISSIONING .................................................................226
14 APPENDIX .................................................................................................................................................... 228
14.1 Ordering replacement parts ................................................................................................................ 228
14.2 Inspection verication .........................................................................................................................230
Index ............................................................................................................................................................ 234
List of gures ...................................................................................................................................................... 238
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PREFACE
This Operator’s Manual describes how to operate and
service the loader. It provides operating and maintenance
personnel with the necessary knowledge of the loader‘s
functional characteristics in order to allow them to operate,
diagnose, maintain and repair the loader safely.
Observing the specications in this Operator’s Manual assures:
• proper, safe, professional operation of the loader
• professional service, cleaning and care of the loader
Observe the applicable OSHA 1910 and 1926 safety regulations when they apply to the user.
If required, the user/operator should supplement the Operator’s Manual with instructions and regulations regarding
environmental protection and national regulations relating
to accident prevention.
All persons involved in work on or with the loader must
read and apply this Operator’s Manual, for example with
regard to:
• operation, including setup, maintenance during operation, care, disposal of auxiliary materials and operating
materials as well as disposal of the entire loader.
• maintenance (inspection, servicing, care).
• transport.
Should you have questions about this Operator’s Manual, please contact your dealer or visit us at www.wackerneuson.com.
The Operator’s Manual must always be located in
the loader or at the place where it is being used.
This Operator’s Manual is not designed for purposes of extensive maintenance work. Such work
must be performed by approved professionals.
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Each new user must be instructed before using the loader
for the rst time.
Instructions for using the Operator’s Manual:
•
Read the Operator’s Manual carefully before starting
up the loader
• Observe all the safety instructions
• Follow the regulations and laws applicable at the place
of use
• Keep the Operator’s Manual in the protected compart-
ment provided in the operator station/cab.
1 BASIC INFORMATION
If it is not possible to rule out hazards to persons or material
during work according to the loader‘s intended use, these
hazards will be indicated by means of safety labels.
Instructions relate to the direction of travel of the loader;
this means that, when directional information is given, it
can be assumed that this refers to the direction of travel
of the loader.
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1.1 Notes about this Operator’s Manual
The specications, illustrations, weight information and
technical data are not binding and correspond to the state
of the art at the time of printing. We must reserve the right
to make changes without prior notice in the area of design,
conguration, appearance and technology on account of
the ongoing further development of the products.
Contact your dealer for clarication of use and/or instructions concerning intended use and attachments identied
in this Operator’s Manual.
Always strictly observe the safety instructions in this Operator’s Manual and the legal and trade association regulations
at the usage location.
This Manual provides information and procedures to safely
operate and maintain this Wheel Loader. For your own safety
and to reduce the risk of injury, carefully read, understand,
and observe all instructions described in this Manual.
Wacker Neuson Corporation expressly reserves the right
to make technical modications, even without notice, which
improve the performance or safety standards of its machines. The information contained in this manual is based
on machines manufactured up until the time of publication.
Wacker Neuson Corporation reserves the right to change
any portion of this information without notice.
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1.2 Explanation of the symbols used in this Operator’s Manual
To ensure safe operation and maintenance of the wheel
loader, it is necessary that you follow all the instructions in
this Operator’s Manual.
The following symbols and the signal words DANGER,
WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE, and NOTE, and the adjacent text, indicate hazards and instructions.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal hazards.
► Obey all safety messages that follow this sym-
bol.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
►
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol
to avoid injury or death.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
►
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol
to avoid possible injury or death.
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CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
►
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol
to avoid possible minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Used without the safety alert symbol,
NOTICE indicates a situation which, if not avoided,
could result in property damage.
Important general instructions
ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE
Important general instructions for environmental
protection
Note: Contains additional information important to
a procedure.
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1.3 Warranty and liability
Observe the following points:
• Do not make any changes to the wheel loader.
•
Use only Wacker Neuson-approved attachments for
your loader.
• The loader many only be started up, operated and serviced as described in the Operator’s Manual.
• Use the loader only if all the safety and protection devices are intact.
• Observe the monitoring systems during operation.
• Repairs may only be perform by trained professionals.
• Follow the Operator’s Manual exactly.
The manufacturer/supplier is not liable for damage
resulting from unintended use. The operator/user
is the sole bearer of this risk.
The Operator’s Manual must always be located in
the loader or at the place where it is being used.
Place the Operator’s Manual in the document pocket at the rear of the operator‘s platform.
Fig. 1
Document pocket
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Read and understand the operating instructions in this Manual before operating this wheel loader. Before performing
production work, the operator should nd a remote site to
become familiar with the controls and machine response.
The machine shall be in serviceable condition before attempting to use it as described in the operating instructions.
If the wheel loader is determined not to be in serviceable
condition, notify the site or machine supervisor to have it
repaired before use.
The loader is used to dislodge and load material by moving
the loader forward, taking into account the safety instructions
/ regulations and time periods listed by Wacker Neuson in
the Operator’s Manual. One work cycle consists of picking
up, lifting, transporting and unloading the material.
1.4 Intended use
The loader has been built according to applicable standards
and regulations. Operation by inexperienced persons, or in
an unintended manner, can result in hazards that can lead
to personal risk and subsequent harm to the operator and
persons in the operating area of the wheel loader. Improper
use can damage the wheel loader as well as property in the
vicinity of operation.
Unintended use can endanger the lives of operating
personnel or other persons and cause injuries or
extensive material damage.
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Similar uses of the loader with alternative attachments which
do not change the safety requirements for the loader but
modify the way in which it is used are only acceptable when
attachments that have been expressly approved by Wacker
Neuson are employed. Special conditions apply if you use
optional Wacker Neuson attachments.
The intended operation is described in this Operator’s
Manual. The instructions describe how to operate, maintain, inspect and adjust the wheel loader safely. The repair
manual provides additional instruction for safely diagnosing
malfunctions and repairing the wheel loader to maintain
service and performance levels.
The wheel loader shall not be employed for any of the following work activities:
• lifting or transporting people
• using it as a working platform
• using it to lift or transport loads without providing work
equipment for it
• pulling trailer loads
•
operating after the machine has received unauthorized
repairs
• operating with unauthorized modications
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2 BASIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•
Use the loader and attachments only as intended and
in serviceable condition.
•
Observe the operating instructions described in this
Operator’s Manual and all applicable work site safety
regulations.
• Observe the permissible payloads.
• Wheel Loaders may only be used on suitable terrain.
This Wheel Loader is equipped with a Starter Lock
/ Drive Lock which must be kept operational.
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2.1 Organizational measures
The following safety instructions are directed at the operator
/ user of the loader.
•
Always keep the Operator’s Manual in the compartment
provided for it.
• As a supplement to the Operator’s Manual, universally
valid legal and other binding regulations relating to road
trafc, compulsory coverage, accident prevention and
environmental protection must be observed, and users
must be instructed to observe them. This applies in particular to the maximum speed, depending on the model
and the permissible total weight of the loader.
•
If required, instruct that personal protective equipment be
worn. This applies particularly to the handling of harmful
substances at the location of use.
•
Supplement the Operator’s Manual with instructions,
including supervisory and reporting requirements, taking
into account differences between various companies,
e.g. with regard to the organization of work, work processes or personnel used.
•
Personnel who have been assigned to operate the loader
must have read the Operator’s Manual before operating
the wheel loader especially the chapter Basic Safety
Instructions.
• Observe all safety messages on the loader and in the
Operator’s Manual.
•
Make sure that all safety messages on the machine
are legible.
•
If the loader becomes unserviceable, stop operating and
inform the supervisor that the wheel loader is not functioning normally. Alternately, contact a trained technician
to diagnose and correct the condition before resuming
operation.
•
No modications shall be made to the wheel loader.
Contact your Wacker Neuson dealer for specic advice
regarding the use of the wheel loader and approved
attachments.
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• If worn or damaged parts need replacement, use only
Wacker Neuson replacement parts to ensure optimum
performance and safety.
• Inspect hydraulic hoses and ttings prior to the start of
each work shift. Correct any observed leaks or abrasion
issues before operating the machine. Extended environmental exposure can cause undetectable damage.
Replace hose assemblies periodically as advised in the
maintenance schedule.
•
Thoroughly inspect the wheel loader before each operating shift.
•
The Wheel Loader Repair Manual describes the special
tools, diagnosis techniques, repair sequence procedures, lifting and supporting devices needed to repair this
machine. To avoid unnecessary hazards and possible
damage to the Wheel Loader, do not attempt to repair
this machine without complying with the instructions in
the Repair Manual.
•
Make the location and means of operation of the re
extinguishers known, and consider the options for re
detection and ghting.
•
A Falling Object Protection System (FOPS) is available
for the Wheel Loader Operator Protection System. OSHA
and MSHA require this protection when operating with
overhead hazards. Contact your Wacker Neuson dealer
for advice and availability of a certied FOPS.
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2.2 Selection and qualication of personnel / basic duties
•
Personnel being trained, educated, instructed or participating in a general training program may only work on
or with the machine under constant supervision of an
experienced, authorized supervisor.
•
Work on the machine‘s electrical equipment may only
be perform by an electrician or by trained persons under
the direction and supervision of an electrician.
• Work on the chassis, brakes and steering system may
only be performed by trained, specialized personnel.
•
Only trained, specialized personnel with specic knowl-
edge of and experience in hydraulics may work on hydraulic units.
•
The operator of the wheel loader must be qualied to
operate the machine through demonstration of comprehension of the operating instructions. No one shall
operate the wheel loader if impaired due to intoxication
or drug reaction.
•
Diagnosis and repair of the wheel loader shall be performed by trained competent technicians unimpaired by
intoxication or drug reaction.
•
Prohibit unauthorized and untrained people from access
to the starting key and operation of the wheel loader.
•
The wheel loader operator is responsible for visually
monitoring the work area of the wheel loader and preventing anyone from entering the area without permission. If a person enters the area while the wheel loader
is in operation, the operator shall stop the wheel loader
and instruct the person to leave the work area until the
wheel loader has been stopped in a safe mode. The
person may then approach the machine in full view of
the operator.
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2.3 Safety instructions for certain operating phases
•
If the wheel loader does not respond as expected to the
operator command or exhibits a malfunction, stop the
machine, contact the supervisor and restore the machine
to serviceable condition before resuming operation.
•
Start and operate the loader only from the operator’s
seat.
•
When switching on and off, observe the indicator displays in accordance with the Operator’s Manual.
•
Make sure no one is located in the operating area of the
loader before starting the engine.
•
After starting the engine and conrming that the indi-
cators are responding correctly, activate the steering,
brakes, lights, signals and loader/accessory functions
to conrm that these devices are responding correctly
to the control command.
•
To avoid damage to the wheel loader, position the loader
bucket or accessories before moving the machine. Re-
conrm that there are no people in the work or travel
area before moving the machine.
The safety instructions are directed at all persons involved
in work on or with the loader.
2.3.1 Safety instructions for normal operation
•
Refrain from any measures that could put safety into
question.
•
Before starting work, familiarize yourself with the working
environment in which you will be using the loader. The
working environment includes, for example, obstacles in
the working and trafc area, the bearing capacity of the
ground and the necessary safeguarding of the location
to allow it to be used as a public trafc area.
• Take precautions to ensure that the loader is operated
only in a safe, serviceable state.
•
Only operate the loader if all the protection devices and
safety devices, e.g. detachable protection devices, sound
absorbers and exhaust equipment, are serviceable and
operational.
•
Check the loader at least once a day for visible defects.
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When driving on public roads, lanes and squares, ob-
serve the valid road trafc regulations and put the loader
into a condition permissible for the road beforehand.
•
As a matter of principle, turn on the lights when traveling
on public roads to increase awareness for road trafc..
•
When driving through underpasses, gates, bridges, tunnels, overhead lines, etc., always make sure that you
have enough clearance above and on both sides and a
sufcient safety margin.
•
Always keep sufcient distance away from excavations,
embankments and the edges of piled up material.
•
Refrain from any method of operation that could adversely affect the loader‘s stability. This also includes
the duty to pass on information regarding the approved
carrying capacity (=payload) for the relevant loader at-
tachments. (carrying capacity / approved payload are
specied in the Operator’s Manual)
• Do not drive transversely on slopes; always keep work
equipment and load near the ground, especially when
driving down slopes.
•
When driving down a slope, always adjust your driving speed to take account of the respective conditions.
Always reduce your speed before reaching a downhill
slope, and not after you have reached it.
•
The load must be located on the uphill side during driving on downhill or uphill slopes.
• As a matter of principle, always secure the loader from
accidentally rolling away and against unauthorized use.
Turn off the engine, put on the parking brake, lower the
work equipment, remove the starting key and, if necessary, employ a wheel chock.
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2.3.2 Safety instructions for other operating modes
These safety instructions refer to special tasks relating to the
use of the loader and servicing tasks - as well as emergency
maintenance during operation or work concerning disposal
of the auxiliary and operating materials.
•
The Operator’s Manual provides adjustment, maintenance and inspection information and schedules in
subsequent sections. This information is essential to
ensuring peak performance satisfaction and safety over
the life of the wheel loader.
•
This Operator’s Manual provides routine adjustment
and maintenance procedures in addition to operating
instructions. Diagnosis and repair of the wheel loader
requires special skill, training and tools. Your Wacker
Neuson dealer has the trained technicians to perform
such work safely and effectively.
•
Maintenance and repair work shall be performed by
operators and technicians trained and knowledgeable
of the wheel loader function and attachments.
•
Do not attempt to perform maintenance or repair on the
wheel loader until the machine and engine is stopped
and all attachments are in a stable position. Do not attempt to perform maintenance or repair work on hot
surfaces or components of the machine. Read and understand the procedure for maintenance and repair in
the Operator’s and Repair Manuals for this wheel loader.
•
Secure the maintenance area, allowing as large a space
as required.
•
If the loader is being completely shut off during servicing
and maintenance work, please observe the following
(see the chapter »Securing the Loader«):
- Secure the loader from being accidentally turned back
on by removing the starting key.
- Attach a warning note to indicate that the loader is be-
ing worked on.
-
Only perform servicing and maintenance work if the
loader is parked on an even, hard surface and secured
from rolling away and articulating at the steering swivel
point..
-
Before performing work with the loader arms raised,
install the support provided to prevent the loader arms
from lowering suddenly and inadvertently.
- This device shall conform to ISO 10533.
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Use lifting devices to raise and support parts and assemblies exceeding 10 kg (22 lbs) weight during repair
and replacement activity. Use only OSHA approved
devices to perform the lifting operation and verify that
the lifting devices are in serviceable condition.
• The use of a crane to lift heavy assemblies or compo-
nents requires that the operator is certied by OSHA.
The person attaching the load and signaling the operator
must be trained in proper techniques as well as voice
and hand signals to instruct the crane operator.
•
For assembly above head height, use only climbing aids
and working platforms which are intended for this purpose, or which are safe for use in this situation. Do not
use machine parts as climbing aids. Keep all handles,
steps, pedestals, platforms and ladders free of dirt, snow
and ice.
•
Clean the entire loader, especially the connections
and threaded connections, with oil, fuel or care products when beginning maintenance and servicing work.
Use lint-free cleaning rags and no aggressive cleaning
agents.
•
Before cleaning the loader with water or by steam jet
(high-pressure cleaner) or with other cleaning agents,
cover up / seal off all the openings into which water,
steam and cleaning agents are not permitted to enter.
Electrical components, inlets and outlets for the engine‘s
combustion air and reservoir openings are particularly
at risk. Completely remove the covers / seals after you
have nished cleaning.
•
Before restarting, retighten any threaded connections
loosened during servicing and repairs, in particular for oil
or fuel lines. When performing maintenance and servicing work, check all the lines and threaded connections
for leaks and tight t.
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•
Should it be necessary to remove safety devices during
setup, servicing or repairs, reinstall and check the safety
devices immediately after nishing the work and verify
that the devices perform correctly.
•
Replace the ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure) or
FOPS structure if it is permanently deected, a member
is deformed, it has become corroded, and/or it has been
modied. If the mounting structure, base, or mounting
hardware is damaged, consult your Wacker Neuson
dealer for assistance. Do not attempt to repair, straighten
or reuse a damaged ROPS or FOPS.
•
Responsibly dispose of the unwanted materials and
uids resulting from the repair. Hazardous material shall
be disposed in a hazardous material container(s). Parts
and assemblies can be recycled.
WARNING
Never use the machine without the ROPS/FOPS
properly installed.
►
Do not drill, weld, straighten, or bend the ROPS
/ FOPS protective structures.
►
Allow only trained authorized personnel to install
new ROPS / FOPS structures.
ROPS / FOPS - protective structures
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2.4 Safety instructions for particular hazards
2.4.1 Forklift attachment
WARNING
Personal injury hazard.
Falling objects can strike the operator.
►
Do not transport large bales or packaged goods
without a FOPS (operator canopy or cabin).
►
Ensure that large loads are properly secured
and supported. See ANSI B56.1, OSHA1910 and
OSHA1926 for regulations on carrying material.
► Do not stack load higher than fork restraint.
Fig. 2
Transport of large
bales or packaged
goods
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WARNING
Electric shock hazard.
The operator of the Wheel Loader can be killed if
the Wheel Loader comes in contact with electrical
wires.
► Keep the loader and attachment tools at a suf-
cient distance from overhead power lines and
other electrical lines of more than 50 V (see
table below).
If inadvertent contact with a live electric source occurs:
•
Do not leave the loader until the electricity has been
disconnected and a qualied technician directs the operator to leave the machine..
• If feasible, drive the loader away from the danger area!
•
Warn any people around the loader not to get any nearer
and not to touch the machine.
• Arrange to have the power turned off.
2.4.2 Working near overhead power lines
Nominal voltage Clearance distance
up to 1000 V 1 m 3.3 ft
over 1 kV up to 110 kV 3 m 9.8 ft
over 110 kV up to 220 kV 4 m 13 ft
over 220 kV up to 380 kV 5 m 16.4 ft
Unknown nominal voltage 5 m 16.4 ft
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2.4.3 Electrical power
• Regularly check the loader‘s electrical equipment. Defects, such as loose plug connections or cables with
burnt insulation, shall be replaced before resuming operation.
•
If an electrical malfunction is discovered, stop the wheel
loader in a safe location, lower the loader arms and attachment to the ground and stop the engine. Contact
the supervisor for diagnosis and repair by a qualied
technician before resuming operation.
•
Replacement fuses shall be of the same type and capac-
ity as specied by the manufacturer in the Operator’s
and Repair Manuals. Do not attempt to bypass a fused
system to resume operation.
2.4.4 Flying sparks / re danger
WARNING
Fire hazard.
Sparks from the exhaust, or electrical equipment, or
hot machine parts can ignite explosions and res.
►
Do not work in enclosed spaces where am-
mable materials, explosive vapors, or combustible dust are found.
► Stay clear of ammable materials such as hay
and straw.
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Park the Wheel Loader only in areas free of
ammable materials.
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2.4.5 Gas, dust, steam, smoke
•
Diesel engine exhaust emissions are toxic in concentrated amounts. Do not operate the wheel loader in enclosed spaces or inadequately ventilated spaces.
•
Determine and follow regulations regarding safe opera-
tion at the specic work site.
- Do not operate the wheel loader near open ames.
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Do not perform welding repairs in explosive atmospheres.
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Do not weld fuel reservoirs or fuel system components.
- Do not perform any welding operation unless qualied
to do so.
•
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (breath-
ing lter, protective suit) for protection against specic
dangers, e.g. poisonous gases, corrosive steam, poisonous (i.e. containing toxins) surroundings, etc.
2.4.6 Hydraulics, pneumatics
• When detected, oil leaks shall be repaired to avoid:
- environmental hazards
- re hazards
- slip hazards
- explosion hazards
- personal injury hazards.
•
Do not attempt to repair a hydraulic system or component
until the hydraulic pressure has been relieved. Relieve
the pressure by activating controls as advised in this
Operator’s Manual or the Repair Manual.
• Replace hydraulic lines and ttings with original equipment parts from your Wacker Neuson dealer to assure
original performance and safety. The reinstalled hydraulic line routing and attachment shall conform to the
original routing. Conrm that the replacement routing
is not interfering with other parts, chang across sharp
surfaces or resting on or near hot surfaces.
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