User manual

Crawler excavator
8002 RD

Edition: April 2003

Item No.: 1000081390
Language: English
Contents

Introduction .............................................................................................................................................. 8

1.2 Instructions for ordering spare parts ........................................................................................................ 9

1 Guarantee and warranty ........................................................................................................................... 9

1.1 Identification Plate .................................................................................................................................... 9

2 Safety ...................................................................................................................................................... 10

2.1 Safety rules ............................................................................................................................................. 11

2.2 EC - Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................................................... 17

3 Specifications .........................................................................................................................................17

3.1 Technical Data Crawler Excavator 8002 RD ............................................................................................ 17

Principal Data .......................................................................................................................................... 17

Driving and swiveling specifications ...................................................................................................... 17

Engine ....................................................................................................................................................18

Hydraulic system .................................................................................................................................... 18

Dozer blade ............................................................................................................................................ 18

Bucket (Standard) ................................................................................................................................... 18

3.2 Noise emissions Crawler Excavator 8002 RD ........................................................................................ 19

3.3 Vibration levels ....................................................................................................................................... 19

3.4 Fire extinguisher ..................................................................................................................................... 19

3.5 Stickers ................................................................................................................................................... 20

3.6 Primary Dimensions Crawler Excavator 8002 RD .................................................................................. 22

4 Component Designations ....................................................................................................................... 23

4.1 Cab equipment and controls .................................................................................................................. 24

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4.2 Excavator components .......................................................................................................................... 25

Work lights .............................................................................................................................................. 26

Accelerator ............................................................................................................................................. 26

Driver's Seat ........................................................................................................................................... 26

Heater, Heating and Air Vents .................................................................................................................27

Windshield Wipers ................................................................................................................................. 27

4.3 Hydraulic system .................................................................................................................................... 27

Emergency operation of attachments .................................................................................................... 27

Release of residual pressure .................................................................................................................27

Check hydraulic oil level ........................................................................................................................ 28

Hydraulic connections for additional attachments .................................................................................. 28

5 Safety Equipment ................................................................................................................................... 29

5.1 Parking Brake and Locking Mechanism ................................................................................................ 29

5.2 Seat ........................................................................................................................................................ 29

6 Instrument Panel Functions .................................................................................................................... 30

Round display element .......................................................................................................................... 30

Lamps ..................................................................................................................................................... 30

6.1 Fuse box ................................................................................................................................................ 32

Order of fuses .........................................................................................................................................32

7 Swinging and swiveling the excavator equipment ................................................................................. 32

7.1 Left control lever ..................................................................................................................................... 33

7.2 Right control lever .................................................................................................................................. 33

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7.3 Excavator arm movements .................................................................................................................... 34

7.4 Dozer blade ............................................................................................................................................ 34

7.5 Changing attachments ............................................................................................................................35

8 Towing equipment .................................................................................................................................. 36

9 Lifting the Crawler Excavator .................................................................................................................. 36

10 Excavating options ................................................................................................................................. 37

10.1 Digging ................................................................................................................................................... 37

10.2 Excavator arm swing angle .................................................................................................................... 37

10.3 Bulldozing ............................................................................................................................................... 38

10.4 Lifting ....................................................................................................................................................... 38

10.5 Cab protection ........................................................................................................................................38

10.6 Stability ................................................................................................................................................... 39

11 Transport instructions .............................................................................................................................. 40

11.1 After loading ........................................................................................................................................... 40

12 Things to check before starting the excavator ....................................................................................... 41

12.1 Visual inspection .................................................................................................................................... 41

12.2 Check motor oil ...................................................................................................................................... 41

12.3 Check hydraulic oil level ........................................................................................................................ 41

12.4 Check coolant level ................................................................................................................................ 42

12.5 Refuelling ................................................................................................................................................ 42

12.6 Check safety equipment......................................................................................................................... 42

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13 Starting the excavator .............................................................................................................................43

13.1 Jump starts (with jumper cables) ............................................................................................................ 44

14 Driving the crawler excavator .................................................................................................................46

14.1 Driving ..................................................................................................................................................... 46

Travel on dangerous ground and on slopes .........................................................................................46

14.2 Turning .................................................................................................................................................... 46

14.3 Traveling speeds ................................................................................................................................... 47

15 Shutting down .........................................................................................................................................47

16 Care and Maintenance............................................................................................................................ 48

16.1 General ................................................................................................................................................... 48

16.2 Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................................................................... 50

17 Daily maintenance .................................................................................................................................. 53

17.2 Engine .................................................................................................................................................... 53

Check motor oil ...................................................................................................................................... 53

Check coolant level ................................................................................................................................ 53

Check fuel filter with water separator ...................................................................................................... 54

Clean air filter .......................................................................................................................................... 54

Refuelling ................................................................................................................................................ 54

17.3 Hydraulics ............................................................................................................................................... 54

Check hydraulic oil level ........................................................................................................................ 54

17.4 Undercarriage and attachments .............................................................................................................. 54

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Tracks ..................................................................................................................................................... 54

Check attachments (bucket, grab, etc.) ................................................................................................. 55

17.5 Lubrication points ................................................................................................................................... 55

18 Weekly maintenance or every 50 operating hours ................................................................................ 56

18.1 Engine ....................................................................................................................................................56

Check engine mounting ......................................................................................................................... 56

Check fan belt tension ............................................................................................................................56

Change oil and oil filter ........................................................................................................................... 56

Battery ..................................................................................................................................................... 56

Check fuel filter with water separator ...................................................................................................... 57

Clean radiator .........................................................................................................................................57

18.2 Hydraulics ............................................................................................................................................... 57

Hydraulic pump ...................................................................................................................................... 57

Clean hydraulic cooler ............................................................................................................................57

Change hydraulic oil filter (return filter) ................................................................................................... 57

18.3 Undercarriage .........................................................................................................................................58

Check track tension ................................................................................................................................ 58

Check the track rollers and wheels for play, also check track tension! ................................................. 58

18.4 Traveling and swiveling drives ............................................................................................................... 59

18.5 Turntable ................................................................................................................................................. 59

Bearing system ...................................................................................................................................... 59

18.6 Cab heating ............................................................................................................................................ 59

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18.7 Attachments ............................................................................................................................................ 59

18.8 Check windshield washer system .......................................................................................................... 59

19 Maintenance every 250 operating hours ................................................................................................ 60

19.1 Engine .................................................................................................................................................... 60

Change oil and oil filter ........................................................................................................................... 60

Replace fuel filter .................................................................................................................................... 60

Check engine rpms and exhaust system .............................................................................................. 60

19.2 Hydraulics ............................................................................................................................................... 60

Check hydraulic oil and filter .................................................................................................................. 60

19.3 Electrical components ............................................................................................................................ 60

19.4 Attachments ............................................................................................................................................ 60

20 Maintenance every 500 operating hours ................................................................................................ 61

20.1 Engine .................................................................................................................................................... 61

Change air filter ....................................................................................................................................... 61

Check valves .......................................................................................................................................... 61

Check coolant system and hoses.......................................................................................................... 61

Check electrical connections .................................................................................................................61

Check glow plug..................................................................................................................................... 61

20.2 Hydraulics ............................................................................................................................................... 61

Check primary valves .............................................................................................................................61

Change hydraulic oil filter (return filter) ................................................................................................... 61

Change hydraulic oil ............................................................................................................................... 62

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Check ventilation filter and sieve ........................................................................................................... 62

20.3 Gear rim .................................................................................................................................................. 62

20.4 Traveling drive ........................................................................................................................................63

Change drive oil ..................................................................................................................................... 63

21 Maintenance every 1,000 operating hours ............................................................................................. 64

21.1 Engine ....................................................................................................................................................64

Check alternator and starter .................................................................................................................... 64

Clean fuel tank ........................................................................................................................................64

Replace fuel filter .................................................................................................................................... 64

Check water pump.................................................................................................................................. 64

Change air filter ....................................................................................................................................... 64

Change oil and oil filter ........................................................................................................................... 64

21.2 Hydraulics ............................................................................................................................................... 64

Check hydraulic oil and filter .................................................................................................................. 64

Check ventilation filter and sieve ........................................................................................................... 64

21.3 Traveling and swiveling drives ............................................................................................................... 64

21.3.1 Traveling drive - Change oil ................................................................................................................... 64

21.4 Gear rim .................................................................................................................................................. 65

21.5 Attachments ............................................................................................................................................ 65

22 Maintenance during longer periods of inactivity .................................................................................... 66

22.1 Preparation for longer periods of inactivity ............................................................................................ 66

22.2 Starting the excavator after periods of inactivity..................................................................................... 66

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23 Lubricant table ........................................................................................................................................ 67

24 Trouble shooting..................................................................................................................................... 68

27 Lifting capacity ........................................................................................................................................ 71

27.2 Legend of Lifting Power Tables ................................................................................................................ 74

28 Option ..................................................................................................................................................... 75

28.1 Hydraulic connections for additional attachments .................................................................................. 75

28.2 Additional hydraulics actuated electrically ............................................................................................. 75

28.3 Quick change mechanism ...................................................................................................................... 76

28.4 Air conditioning unit ................................................................................................................................ 78

Actuation equipment ............................................................................................................................... 78

Function .................................................................................................................................................. 78

28.5 Diesel pump ........................................................................................................................................... 78

28.5 Theft Protection ....................................................................................................................................... 79

Operation of Neuson Vario ..................................................................................................................... 81

28.8 NEUSON VARIO ..................................................................................................................................... 81

Driving the Neuson Vario Transverse to the Slope ................................................................................ 82

Warning Equipment of Neuson Vario .....................................................................................................83

Working with Neuson Vario .................................................................................................................... 85

Increased Working Range of Neuson Vario ........................................................................................... 85

Neuson Vario Labels .............................................................................................................................. 86

Lubrication Points at Neuson Vario ........................................................................................................ 87

A Safety instructions for the operation of earth-moving machinery .......................................................... A1

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Introduction

This manual and all supplementary pages must be kept accessible in the proper place
in the vehicle!

This manual contains precise operating and handling, maintenance and service instructions as
well as the safety instructions required for operation of the vehicle.

- You should be shown how to operate the vehicle by qualified personnel and carefully read
the operating instructions before starting the vehicle.

- The safety, reliability, and operational life of the excavator depend primarily on proper
operation and maintenance.

- NEUSON accepts no liability according to product liability laws for any initial or subsequent
damage which results from improper use and handling of the products supplied by us.

- Please note that claims or complaints cannot be made on the basis of the information
provided in these operating instructions including illustrations and data--in particular con
cerning construction.

- NEUSON reserves the right to make technical alterations and/or improvements without
being bound to make these alterations to previously manufactured vehicles.

- We continuously strive to improve our products. It is therefore possible that alterations have
been made to the vehicle which could not be included in these operating instructions before
they were printed.

- The vehicle described in this handbook corresponds to the technical standards and safety
requirements which applied when the manual was printed.

- Subject to technical alteration.

If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact your NEUSON distributor!

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1 Guarantee and warranty

Warranty claims may be asserted only against the Neuson

distributor.
Moreover, the directions given in this instruction manual
must be complied with.

1.1 Identification Plate

This identification plate is attached to the front of the chassis.

1.2 Instructions for ordering spare parts

Use only original NEUSON spare parts!
The complete part number, designation, and number of
parts required must be indicated oneach order.
Indicate the type of machine and works number (see
identification plate) on each order.

NOTE: The ordering party is responsible for

delivery errors resulting from
incomplete information. Prepare
telephone orders carefully. The order
should include complete, correct, and
clearly legible information on the
address, postal code, shipping
method, and final destination
to prevent unnecessary inquiries and
delivery errors.

Please order spare parts only via your NEUSON

distributor!

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2 Safety

ATTENTION: Read the following safety rules

carefully before operating the
vehicle.

The safety rules listed here, as well as any other applicable

safety rules and regulations, should always be observed.

Operating errors and ignorance regarding potentially

dangerous situations that can occur during vehicle operati
on can lead to injuries.

These potentially dangerous errors and situations are

indicated by

CAUTION

in these instructions.

In addition, operating errors and ignorance regarding

potentially dangerous situations that can occur during
vehicle operation and maintenance can lead to material
damage.

These potentially dangerous errors and situations are

indicated by

ATTENTION

in these instructions.

Certain instructions are indicated by

NOTE

The disregard of these instructions can lead to operational

malfunctions.

The observance of these tips can improve the performance

of the excavator.

The national and regional statutory safety and accident

prevention regulations are not included in this manual.
These regulations are provided in the booklet from the
Berufsgenossenschaft Tiefbau (Civil Engineering Trade
Association).
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The safety regulations must be kept clearly visible and

accessible at all times for operating personnel.
Read these operating instructions as often as required, until
you are familiar with all the safety regulations, operating
equipment, components, and functions of the machine.

All safety stickers (notes and warnings) must be kept

legible. Clean off dirt Replace with new stickers if they
become illegible!

Operate the vehicle with care and prudence and in such a

way that neither you nor your colleagues are put at risk. After
you have carefully studied these operating instructions,
practice operating the machine in an open space where
there is no risk of endangering others or causing material
damage.
2.1 Safety rules
The safety of the driver and other persons in the
working area depends on the ability of the driver. The
driver must therefore be familiar with how the
opera ting levers function.

Every unit has limits to its performance:

Before starting up the crawler excavator the driver

must familiarize himself with the characteristics of the
excavator, in particular with the speed, the braking
and drive systems, the control and drive levers, the
safety equipment and instructions, its stability, and its
lifting capacity.

ATTENTION: The NEUSON CRAWLER

EXCAVATOR is designed
and constructed solely for use
with NEUSON attachments or
attachments which have been
approved by NEUSON.
NEUSON can accept no liability
for the safety of the driver if the
crawler excavator is used with an
attachment which is not
recommended or approved.

* For road travel, the vehicle must be equipped

according to traffic laws and these laws must be
observed.

* Adapt working speed to local visibility.

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* No one except the driver may occupy the crawler

excavator.

RIDING IN THE EXCAVATOR IS PROHIBITED!

* Use the towing bracket provided to tow the vehicle.

* The operating area, steps, and grips must be free

from oil, dirt, ice, and unsecured objects.

Risk of injury through slipping etc.

* The lighting system must be checked before and

during work in darkness to ensure it is in proper
working order.

* Always keep the windshield and windows clean.

Poor visibility can cause accidents.

* Only operate the crawler excavator from the driver's

seat. Always keep the crawler excavator under
control.

* Do not operate equipment too quickly or in an

uncontrolled manner.

* Handle the crawler excavator cautiously and carefully

until you are fully familiar with it.

* Pay attention to the movements of machines and

vehicles in the working area.

* Staying longer than necessary in the danger area

(working area) is forbidden.

* Never operate the attachments (bucket, grab, etc.)

above persons.

* Always wear appropriate protective clothing:

Helmet
Work gloves
Strong work shoes
Reflective items of clothing
And if necessary
Earmuffs
Protective glasses, etc.

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* Make sure you have sufficient knowledge of the

working area.
- Location of supply lines (electricity, water, gas, telephone,
etc.)
- Load bearing capacity of ground

* Before working in the vicinity of supply lines:

Contact the respective authority (e.g. gas, electricity,
etc.)
Your responsibilty!
Together determine the appropriate safety measures.
Only do work together with a signaller (better visibility).

ATTENTION: Damaging a cable or pipe can

endanger everyone present and the
environment.

* Never dig under the vehicle. When excavating in

or near excavated areas, ensure that the walls are
well supported!

CAUTION: Risk of collapse

* Working inside buildings

- Watch height of ceiling
- Check load bearing capacity of floor
- Ensure a flow of fresh air because of exhaust fumes

* Never drive longer distances with the working

equipment (bucket, grab, etc.) fully raised. Lowering
the working equipment provides improved visibility
and better weight distribution.

* Never drive across a slope on an incline.

* Unauthorized persons are not allowed to start or

operate the excavator.

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* The driving speed must always be appropriate for the

road and ground conditions and the visibility.
Allow someone to guide you on roads with impeded
visibility and at obstacles.

* Particular caution is required when working on

slopes.

ATTENTION: Angle of inclination of

vehicle in all directions of
travel: max. 30 degrees

* Before leaving the vehicle

- Safe parking:

Park the excavator on firm, even underground and pull the

parking brake. If the excavator is parked in hillside
positionsor on sloping ground, secure the excavator against
moving sidewards sufficiently by means of blocks.

When parking on streets, barriers, warning boards, lamps

etc. must be used in order that the excavator can also be
recognized when it is dark and a collision is prevented.

Before leaving the excavator proceed as follows:

1. Lower the boom and the earth levelling

scoop on the ground.
2. Bring the locking lever in locking
position.
3. Switch off the motor and withdraw
the key.
4. Lock the cabin and the covers.
Extreme caution is required when working across a slope
or changing
direction on an incline.

CAUTION: Risk of overturning

* Never use the weight of the crawler excavator to

obtain more force when
excavating.

CAUTION: Risk of overturning

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* Use the warning devices (e.g. horn) to warn any

personnel working on the crawler excavator or any
other persons in the working area before starting the
crawler excavator or setting it in motion.

* Hang a clearly visible and legible "OUT OF ORDER"

sign on the vehicle if it is defective or if repairing or
tuning the excavator.

* The engine cover must not be opened while the

engine is running. Risk of injury from rotating
components and risk of burns.
* Machine keys

The machine keys delivered by the factory are unrestricted

standard keys (driver’s cabin and ignition).

This means that they can be duplicated without specifying

the vehicle and chassis type identification number.

We’d like to point out that this is no 100% security against

theft. For an adequate theft protection as an option please
refer to our price list.

* Make sure you inform yourself about the

emergency equipment
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
* Where are the safety devices in and on the vehicle?
- What is their purpose?
- How are they operated?
- Are they in working order?
Control and functions of the emergency switching
system

* The excavator is not intended to be used with lifting

equipment and is not for transporting or lifting people
Transporting and lifting people using the
attachments or other equipment is PROHIBITED!

* The excavator arm is not a ramming device!

Never attempt to use the attachments to drive piles or
other objects into the ground, or to flatten earth, etc.
Never attempt to destroy a wall of earth or any other
structure by swinging the arm and striking the wall with
the attachments.

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* Never excavate while driving.

Never dig an attachment into the ground and attempt to excavate
by driving and pulling. Never swivel the excavator with lowered
attachments and never
maneuver the vehicle when an attachment is on the ground.

ATTENTION: The crawler excavator is NOT equipped

to be used for lifting or to be fitted with
lifting attachments.

NOTE: If substances that could damage the

environment or injure people leak out of the
crawler excavator, take the necessary
measures immediately (e.g., hydraulic oil
leaks:
apply an oil binder, place a container under
the leak, find and fix the leak, if necessary
remove contaminated earth and
dispose of it properly).

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2.2 EC - Declaration of Conformity

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3.2 Noise emissions Crawler Excavator 8002 RD

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ATTENTION: No alterations that would lead to an increase in noise

emissions may be made to the excavator.

3.3 Vibration levels

Vibration levels are in accordance with EEC guidelines.

89/392/EEC (Appendix I, Point 3.6.3)

3.4 Fire extinguisher

There is a place in the toolbox for a fire extinguisher.

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3.5 Stickers

ATTENTION: All safety stickers (notes and warnings) must

be kept legible.
Clean off dirt
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illegible!

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3.6 Primary Dimensions Crawler Excavator 8002 RD

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4.1 Cab equipment and controls

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Work lights

There is 1 work light with a H3/55W Halogen bulb on the arm of the
excavator. This light can be turned on and off with the switch on the
OFF instrument panel (see section 6 for the position of the light switch).

There are four more lights with H3/55W Halogen bulbs on the
chassis (2 in the front and 1 on each side).
Position 1
The 2 front headlights are on when the switch is the Position 1.
The side lights are turned on by pushing the switch to Position 2.
(see section 6 for the position of the light switch).
Position 2

Accelerator

0 With the accelerator lever the engine speed can be varied

between

Position 0 ...... idle (neutral 1100 rpms) and

Position 1 ...... 2200 rpms

1
Driver's Seat
The following options are available to change the position of the
driver's seat:

CAUTION: Only adjust seat when the excavator is stopped.

a) Adjustment of the seat position

The seat can be adjusted horizontally back and forth using the seat
adjustment lever (see 25 under Cab Controls 4.1). When the lever
is released, the seat locks in the appropriate position.

b) Adjustment of the seat back position (in the middle of the

seat)
The seat can be leaned forward and back (see 5 under Cab
Controls 4.1) using the seat back adjustment lever.

c) Adjustment of the seat spring tension (in the middle of the

seat)
The seat spring tension can be adjusted to accommodate (see 3
under Cab Controls 4.1) the needs of different operators:
- for lighter persons
- for medium persons
- for heavier persons
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Heater, Heating and Air Vents

The heater is located under the driver's seat and can be turned on and
off with the heater switch. The heating vents are in the front of the cab and
under the driver's seat.

Windshield Wipers

The motor for the windshield wipers is located inside the cab at the top
of the front windshield. The windshield wipers can be turned on and off
with a switch on the instrument panel.

4.3 Hydraulic system

Emergency operation of attachments

Turn on ignition and use servo pressure valve (emergency operation) to

lower the attachments.

Release of residual pressure

- Turn off engine

- Turn ignition on
- Activate servo pressure valve
- Slowly open the hydraulic-oil cap (to allow pressure to escape)

CAUTION: Hydraulic system under pressure.

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Check hydraulic oil level

Position of arm while checking hydraulic oil level:

- Excavator should be on level ground

- Extend arm
- Extend bucket (bucket cylinder fully retracted)
- Completely retract bucket stick cylinder
- Lower dozer blade
- Turn off engine

Check the hydraulic-oil level in the indicator (visible by opening

the valve cover)
Black mark
indicator
The oil level should be between the black and

&
red marks.

Refill hydraulic oil

as necessary
Red mark

Hydraulic connections for additional attachments

Hydraulic connections

Hydraulic connections for supplying additional

attachments are located on the left and right
side of the bucket sticket.

The hydraulics supply for additional attachments can be activated

by turning the lever on distributor block.

Distributor block
CLOSED

lever

OPEN
Hammer operation

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5 Safety Equipment

5.1 Parking Brake and Locking Mechanism

The brakes and parking brake as well as the locking mechanism are
automatically activated when the excavator is at a complete stop (no pilot
control pressure).

The brakes and locking mechanism only release when a drive or control
lever is activated (pressure builds up).

5.2 Seat

CAUTION: The steering control console MUST be folded back

when getting into or out of the crawler excavator in
order to block the function of the hydraulic system.

ATTENTION: Console down = Work and hydraulic functions

operational
Console up = Work and hydraulic functions
interrupted

Console

Work functions
operational

Console up

Work functions
interrupted

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6 Instrument Panel Functions

1 Dashboard right
2 2 Control lever right
1
3 Ignition lock
3 4 Instrument panel
4 5 Fuse box
5

2 1 Dashboard left
1 2 Control lever left
5 Cold/hot adjustment

Round display element

1 Round display element

2 2 Lamps
3 3 Fuel gauge
1 4 4 Operating hours meter

Lamps
1 2 1 Clogging indicator for hydraulic filter (o)
2 Clogging indicator for air filter

1 charge control
1 2 2 Motor oil pressure

1 Water temperature indicator

1 2 2 Preheating pilot lamp

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1 Overload pilot lamp

1

1 Switch for overdrive

1 2 2 Switch for chassis headlights

1 Pilot lamp for headlights

1 2
2 Switch for screen wiper and washer

1 Switch for cabin heating

1

1 Ingnition lock with two keys

1

1 Fuse box

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6.1 Fuse box

The fuses are integrated into the instrument panel.

Order of fuses
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The main fuse (50 amps) for the igniton and the glow plug is located
in the relay box. Another main fuse (40 amps) is located in the right
control console. This is the fuse for the light on the arm, the side
work lights and the rear work lights (optional).
The time relay fuses for the rear work lights (optional) and the main
relays for the work lights are also located in the right control
console.
7 Swinging and swiveling the excavator equipment

The excavating equipment is operated using the left and right

control levers on the driver's seat console.

To operate the bucket stick and swivel the superstructure use the
left control lever. The boom and bucket are operated using the
right control lever.

Button for Horn

Left control lever

Right control lever

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7.1 Left control lever

1
3
4

1 forward bucket stick away from excavator

2 backward bucket stick toward excavator
3 left turn superstructure to the left
4 right turn superstructure to the right

7.2 Right control lever

5
8
7
6

5 forward lower boom

6 backward raise boom
7 left bring bucket in
8 right extend bucket

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7.3 Excavator arm movements

In order to swing the arm using the hammer pedal, the button on
the left control lever must also be pushed in.

swing arm to the left

swing arm to the right

7.4 Dozer blade

The dozer blade can be raised or lowered using the dozer blade
lever.

lower dozer blade

raise dozer blade dozer blade lever

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7.5 Changing attachments

ATTENTION: To change attachments, the excavator MUST

always be in a depressurized state.

Place attachments in a depressurized state on the

ground and remove locking pins and bolts.

Remove locking pins1,2 and bolts 1,2

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8 Towing equipment

To tow the excavator use the towing equipment provided.

Only use the towing bracket for towing.
Secure the shackle with the locking pin.

Towing bracket

Shackle

Locking pin
and safety chain

Max. towing capacity of towing bracket: 150 kN

9 Lifting the Crawler Excavator

Raise arm and dozer blade.

Fasten rope, chains etc. to the swiveling

L1
console and to the dozer blade on the left and the right (3-point
suspension).
To prevent damage, ensure there is enough distance between the
ropes/chains and the excavator.
L2
The fastening points are indicated with stickers.

Ensure that the ropes/chains etc. cannot come undone.

P1 Minimum force required per lift 80 kN

P2

L1 = about 3.5 m L2 (2X)= about 4 m

P1 ... Fastening point swiveling console

P2 ... Fastening points left and right side of dozer blade

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10 Excavating options

10.1 Digging

Optimal stability while excavating

Place the dozer blade against the ground for additional stability.
The dozer blade can be lowered using the dozer blade lever located on
the right side of the driver's seat.

Never dig under the vehicle. When excavating in or near excavated

areas, ensure that the walls are well supported!

CAUTION: Risk of Collapse

In order to obtain maximum performance, the excavator arm should not

be fully extended.

Remove the excavated material with long, flat movements of the

excavator arm.

10.2 Excavator arm swing angle

The excavator arm can be swung 50° to the right and 80° to the left from
its basic position. This makes excavation of trenches along walls,
fences, etc. possible.

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10.3 Bulldozing

The dozer blade can be raised or lowered using the dozer blade
lever.

To bulldoze the boom should be completely raised and the

bucket turned inward.

It is possible to push the ground to the front and to the side.

Raise the dozer blade somewhat if resistance becomes too

strong.

10.4 Lifting

ATTENTION: THE CRAWLER EXCAVATOR IS NOT

EQUIPPED TO BE USED FOR LIFTING OR
TO BE FITTED WITH LIFTING ATTACHMENTS.

An optional overload warning indicator is available for use

when lifting.

10.5 Cab protection

If the excavator is being used for overhead work, quarry work, etc.
it must be equipped with extra protection (FOPS/Front Guard)
against falling objects.

FOPS and Front Guard is available as an option.

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10.6 Stability

RISK OF OVERTURNING!

CAUTION: Always ensure adequate stability when working with the crawler
excavator. Particularly when working to the side with attachments
(bucket, grab, etc.). Changing the attachments alters the stability
(weight).

'&( E.g.: One of the situations (excavating to the side with the arm swung to
the max. angle) in which overturning to the left is possible.

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11 Transport instructions

o
Use only transport vehicles which are in proper working
order and are approved for use on public roads.

o
When using ramps to load the excavator onto the transport
vehicle
- do not exceed an incline of 18°
- the ramp width must be at least 1 or 2 times the width of the
tracks
- clean dirt, mud, ice, and snow from the ramps and the
tracks

NOTE: The ramp ends should be bevelled (see below) to

prevent damage to the rubber tracks.

o
Attach the ramps securely to the transport vehicle to prevent
them from slipping off. (e.g. hook on)

o
As a safety precaution, provide additional support in the
middle of the ramps.

o
Load the machine on solid, even ground.

o
When loading, apply the parking brake of the transport
vehicle securely and place chocks under the wheels.

11.1 After loading

o
Lower the dozer blade and the excavator arm onto the
loading surface of the transport vehicle. Stop the engine.

o
Lock the cab. The swivel lock is automatically applied when
the excavator is at a complete stop.

o
After loading place chocks under the tracks of the crawler
excavator and secure it to prevent slipping, overturning,
and moving (tie down).

o
Tie down the excavator at the points indicated on the
stickers.

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12 Things to check before starting the excavator

Checking the excavator before operating it can prevent

malfunctions during operation. Therefore never neglect these checks.

12.1 Visual inspection

Check:

* Pressure hoses, hose connections, and hydraulic cylinder seals for oil
leaks
* The radiator for water leaks
* Engine for water and oil leaks
* Battery connections

12.2 Check motor oil

Check the oil level using the dipstick. The vehicle must be horizontal and the
engine off.

NOTE: The marks on the dipstick indicate the minimum and maximum oil
levels.

Top off engine oil if necessary by opening the cap and adding oil from a clean
container.

ATTENTION: See the lubricant list for engine oil grade. Only use engine
oil of the same quality.

12.3 Check hydraulic oil level

Check the hydraulic oil level in the indicator in the main valve area.

Position of excavator arm while checking hydraulic oil levels:

Extend arm
Extend bucket outward and lower it to the ground (piston rods in cylinders)
Turn off engine

Refill hydraulic oil as necessary. Open the cap and refill the hydraulic oil from
a clean container. Close the cap.

CAUTION: Release residual pressure when working on the hydraulic

system!

The hydraulic oil quality can be checked on the list of lubricants.

Always only use the same quality hydraulic oil.

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12.4 Check coolant level

CAUTION: Check coolant level only when engine is cold.

Check coolant level in the reservoir.

Top off coolant if necessary. Turn the radiator cap

counter-clockwise and remove.

ATTENTION: If coolant is added, ensure the water/

antifreeze mixture is correct.

12.5 Refuelling

After operation, always refill the fuel tank until it is full. This is to
prevent the formation of water condensation in the interval between
uses.

Ensure that fuel is not spilt when refuelling.

ATTENTION: Make sure that you never run out of fuel,

otherwise you must bleed fuel system.

12.6 Check safety equipment

Check the brakes and swivel lock to ensure they are functioning
properly.

The brakes and swivel lock are automatically activated when the
excavator is at a complete stop (no pilot control pressure).

The brakes only release when a drive or control lever is activated

(pressure builds up).

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13 Starting the excavator

o
Adjust driver's seat (spring tension, position, seat back).

o
Place all switches and levers in their neutral position.

o
Insert the key in the ignition and turn.

Starting procedure

Accelerator in idling position.

Step 1: Ignition on

NOTE: Oil pressure and charge indicator lights should come

on--warning light test

Step 2: Turn key to warm up glow plug, hold key for about 15 seconds

Step 3: Start

o
Release ignition key as soon as the engine is running.

NOTE: The ignition key automatically returns to the ON position.

Do not engage the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time.

If the engine does not start, pause for at least 30 seconds to let the battery
recover before trying again.

Leave the key in the ON position during operation. If the key is turned to
"O", the engine is turned off.

ATTENTION: Indicator lights (oil pressure and charge indicator)

should go out after starting.

ATTENTION: If they do not go out, or if one comes on during

operation, stop the engine and have maintenance
personnel or the repair shop look into the problem.

ATTENTION: Let the engine warm up for approx. 5 minutes to allow

the hydraulic oil to get hot.

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13.1 Jump starts (with jumper cables)

If the battery is dead, another battery (12 Volt) can be used in

conjunction with suitable jumper cables to start the excavator.

ATTENTION: The following procedure requiring two

people is the only safe method for bridging
a dead or run down battery. Two people
are required so that the jumper cables can
be removed without the driver having to
leave the cab.

CAUTION: Never attempt to connect a jumper cable when the

battery to be charged is frozen. This can cause
damage or an explosion. Follow the instructions
completely and in the correct order to avoid injury.

Check before connecting batteries:

The good battery must also be a 12 volt battery.
Examine jumper cables and terminals for damage, rust, etc.

1. Turn the ignition keys of both vehicles to "off" and ensure that
the operating levers of both vehicles are in "neutral position"
and that the vehicles are not touching.

2. Remove the battery filler caps and ensure that the battery fluid
level is correct. A clean cloth must also be placed over the
openings to prevent battery acid from boiling over.

CAUTION: If acid splashes onto skin, eyes, or clothing,

wash immediately with large amounts of
water.

3. Use jumper cables to connect the positive terminals (+) of the

batteries. Ensure that cable and terminal are properly
secured.

CAUTION: Never attempt to connect the jumper cable

directly to the starter solenoid switch,
always connect it to the positive terminal (+)
of the excavator battery.
Connection of the jumper cable to the negative
terminal (-) should always be carried out last.

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4. Connect a jumper cable to the negative terminal (-) of the dead or run
down battery.

5. Finally, connect the jumper cable to the negative terminal (-) of the
battery of the assisting vehicle.
Ensure that cable and terminal are properly secured.

Turn the ends of the jumper cables around the battery terminals several
times to ensure good contact.

6. Now start the excavator. If it does not start immediately, start the engine
of the assisting vehicle to avoid draining the starting battery.

7. After the excavator has been started and is running evenly, have
another person

- disconnect the jumper cables from the battery of the started

engine, first disconnect cable from negative terminal (-) and then
from positive terminal (+), and
- disconnect the jumper cables from the battery of the assisting
vehicle, first disconnect cable from negative terminal (-) and then
from positive terminal (+).

Ensure that the cables do not short circuit (touch).

Ensure that the excavator alternator has sufficient time to charge the
battery before setting the excavator in motion or stopping the engine.

Make sure the cloth is removed and screw the filler caps back on.

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14 Driving the crawler excavator

The front is the side with the dozer blade.

Raise the excavating bucket and the dozer blade.

14.1 Driving

The excavator can be controlled using the drive levers or the foot
pedals.

Forward:Push left and right drive levers forward

Reverse:Pull left and right drive levers toward seat

ATTENTION: If a 180° rotation has been carried out (dozer

blade at rear), the drive levers have the
opposite effect.

Travel on dangerous ground and on slopes

CAUTION: Due to the narrow width of the excavator, extreme

caution is required when traveling on dangerous
ground or on slopes. On a slope which
is steeper than 15° the superstructure must never be
swivelled crosswise to the direction of travel. When
traveling, the working equipment (bucket, grab, etc.)
must always be kept 30 - 40 cm above
the ground and the dozer blade must be raised.

14.2 Turning

Turning left: Pull left drive lever back and push right drive
lever forward
Turning right: Push left drive lever forward and pull right drive
lever back

left

right

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14.3 Traveling speeds

Slow
a) The gears are regulated by a switch on the instrument panel.

Fast (Overdrive)

b) There is an additional switch on the left drive lever to switch quickly

to overdrive while driving.

ATTENTION: Do not use the overdrive when traveling around a

curve!

c) The speed is controlled with the drive lever (pedal).

Pressed all the way = max. speed for that gear.

15 Shutting down

o
Stop the machine.

o
Lower bucket and dozer blade to the ground.

o
Let engine idle (Accelerator position "0").
Turn off ignition.

ATTENTION: Never turn off the engine at full power. Allow the
engine to idle for at least 1 Min. before turning the
engine off.

o
Turn the key to the "O" position and remove it before leaving the
vehicle.

CAUTION: Unauthorized use of the excavator must be prevented.

Lock the cab.

o
Park on level ground.
If the excavator has to be parked on an incline, place chocks under the
tracks.

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16 Care and Maintenance

16.1 General

Care and maintenance have a lot to do with the reliability and operating life of the excavator.

Washing: during the first three months the excavator should only be cleaned with cold water (no high-
pressure or steam cleaning systems); after the first three months keep the spray nozzle at least 30 cm
from the vehicle, the water temperature should not exceed 60° C and no aggressive cleaning agents
should be used.

It is in the owner's interest to adhere to the maintenance schedule.

The manufacturer requires that all prescribed maintenance work be carried out. Neglected maintenance
will result in limitations on the guarantee.

See the engine operating instructions for engine maintenance.

The use of lubricants other than those recommended by the manufacture invalidates all warranty claims.

Before you undertake any maintenance or repair work, find out if there is any damage to the vehicle.

Lower attachments to the ground before starting maintenance or repair work. Engage locking and safety
levers.
- Release residual pressure from hydraulic system
- Allow engine to cool (radiator fluid is hot)

If the machine must be raised to carry out work, make sure it is secured (supported) appropriately.

Make sure there is an adequate flow of air before undertaking maintenance or repair work in a closed room.

Dispose of oil, oil filters, etc. in accordance with environmental laws.

When working on or under the excavator, put a warning sign on the seat or somewhere that it is clearly
visible and legible.
Remove the key from the ignition.

Never work in a damp area or with wet hands (or gloves) on the electrical system.

Remove the negative (-) pole from the battery when working on the electrical system.

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If sealing elements (O-rings, flange seals, etc.) are removed, always

replace them with new ones.

After tightening bolts, lock them against rotation.

Always clean dirt and oil residues from the vehicle after maintenance or
repair work. RISK OF SLIPPING!

The hours indicated for servicing intervals correspond to those indicated

on the operating hours counter.

ATTENTION: No smoking or open flames are

allowed during servicing and repair work.

RISK OF FIRE!

ATTENTION: The operating pressure settings of the hydraulic

system should only be set by trained qualified
personnel. If malfunctions are caused by
unauthorized alteration of operating pressure
settings, all warranty responsibility on the part of the
manufacturer is automatically forfeited.

NOTE: The hydraulic displacement pump must be bled after

working on the hydraulic system, especially after using a
vacuum pump. Starting the excavator without bleeding the
the system can damage the pump. For the correct
procedure, see 20.2.3.

Bleed the cylinders on the first or on subsequent installation as follows

to avoid leaving air in the system that can damage components:

1. Extend the piston rod slowly and completely, do not apply any
pressure at the end of the stroke.

2. Move the cylinder through at least 5 complete working cycles

(extending/retracting) before using the excavator for normal work.

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16.2 Maintenance Schedule

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17 Daily maintenance

17.1General visual inspection and leak check

Also see the maintenance schedule 16.2

* Check controls to ensure precision operation

* Check hydraulic fittings
* Pressure hoses, hose connections, and hydraulic cylinder seals
for oil leaks
* The radiator for water leaks
* Engine for water and oil leaks
* Battery connections
* Check indicator lights (when starting the engine)

17.2 Engine

Check motor oil

Check the oil level using the dipstick. The vehicle must be horizontal and
the engine off.
Check the quality of the oil as well. If the oil is very dirty, change the oil
before the next maintenance interval.

NOTE: The marks on the dipstick indicate the minimum and

maximum oil levels.

Top off engine oil if necessary by opening the cap and adding oil from
a clean container.

ATTENTION: See the lubricant list for engine oil grade. Only use
engine oil of the same quality.

Check coolant level

CAUTION: Check coolant level only when engine is cold.

Check coolant level in the reservoir.

Top off coolant if necessary. Turn the radiator cap counter-clockwise and
remove.

ATTENTION: If coolant is added, ensure the

water/antifreeze mixture is correct.

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Check fuel filter with water separator

The container must be emptied if the indicator goes up

(condensation).

Clean air filter

Open housing, clean dust trap.

Unscrew and remove filter.
Clean the filter using compressed air (3 - 5 bar).

ATTENTION: If the warning light on the instrument panel

goes off, clean air filter immediately.
Important when working in dusty conditions.

Refuelling
After operation, always refill the fuel tank until it is full. This is to
prevent the formation of water condensation in the interval between
uses. Ensure that fuel is not spilt when refuelling.

ATTENTION: Make sure that you never run out of fuel,

otherwise you must bleed fuel system.

17.3 Hydraulics

Check hydraulic oil level

Check the hydraulic-oil indicator in the main hydraulic valve unit.

Position of excavator arm while checking hydraulic oil levels:

Extend arm
Extend shovel bucket outward and lower it to the ground (piston
rods in cylinders)
Turn off engine

Refill hydraulic oil as necessary. Open the cap and refill the
hydraulic oil from a clean container.

CAUTION: Release residual pressure when working on the

hydraulic sytem! The hydraulic oil quality can be
checked on the list of lubricants. Always only use the
same quality hydraulic oil.

17.4 Undercarriage and attachments

Tracks

ATTENTION: Check tracks immediately after operation!

Replace damaged tracks.
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Check attachments (bucket, grab, etc.)

- Bucket teeth wear and tightness, pin tightness

- Line tightness, piston rod
- Behavior of the hydraulic cylinder when loaded

ATTENTION: Replace damaged or defective parts!

17.5 Lubrication points

Lubricate all other points daily (blue caps)

Lubricate the points marked W weekly (green caps)

daily

weekly

Greesing block
Bearings uppercarriage

Swingcylinder Turntable

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18 Weekly maintenance or every 50 operating hours

NOTE: In addition to normal daily maintenance, the following

maintenance should be carried out weekly or every
50 operating hours, see maintenance schedule 16.2.

18.1 Engine

Check engine mounting

See engine operating instructions.

Check fan belt tension

See the engine operating instructions for how to check the belt
tension. Replace the belt if cracks or other damage becomes
evident.

ATTENTION: Do not check with engine running.

Change oil and oil filter

See engine operating instructions.

The motor oil and oil filter must be changed after 50 operating
hours. The schedule for further oil changes can be found in the
engine operating instructions.

Dispose of used oil in accordance with environmental laws.

Battery

For battery maintenance follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Check battery fluid levels.
The battery is located on the left side of the engine compartment.

If it is necessary to replace the battery, dispose of the old battery

in accordance with environmental laws.

NOTE: The battery fluid levels must be between the min. and
max. marks. Only add distilled water to battery fluid.

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Check fuel filter with water separator

The container must be emptied if the indicator goes up (condensation).

Clean the sieve if it is dirty.

Clean radiator

Remove dirt, dust, leaves etc. from the slits in the radiator. Clean in
shorter intervals when working in dusty conditions.
Check hoses and clamps and replace if necessary.

18.2 Hydraulics

ATTENTION: Always release residual pressure before working on

the hydraulic system!

Hydraulic pump

Check tightness of screws and bolts.

Check the hydraulic system (lines, pumps, cylinder etc.) for leaks.

Clean hydraulic cooler

Remove dirt, dust, leaves etc. from the slits in the hydraulic cooler. Clean
in shorter intervals when working in dusty conditions.

Change hydraulic oil filter (return filter)

1/5 The return filter is tobe changed for the first time after 50 operating hours.
1) Open the hydraulic oil tank carefully (tank is under
2/4 pressure). Remove the screws (6).
2) Remove the screws from the return filter cover (4).
3) Replace return filter cartridge.
4) Put return filter cover back on and screw screws back in.
5) Close the hydraulic oil tank properly.
3
6) Let the crawler excavator idle in neutral for a few minutes.

Dispose of used filter in accordance with environmental laws.

See the operating instructions for other filter change intervals.

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18.3 Undercarriage

Check track tension

Use the excavator arm and dozer blade to raise the excavator.

Tracks should no longer be touching the ground.

If necessary, use additional supports (make sure the excavator
cannot overturn).

The track when taut should never be more than 15-20 mm from the
rollers.

NOTE: If possible, the distance from the rollers should be

the same for both tracks.

1 A) Increasing the track tension

1) Take off protective cover (1)

2) Tighten track using grease gun (2)
2

1
B) Decreasing the track tension

1) Take off protective cover (1)

2) Unscrew the return valve (SW 22) (3)
3 3) Allow grease to come out until pressure has been
completely released.

Check the track rollers and wheels for play, also check track tension!

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18.4 Traveling and swiveling drives

Check seals for leaks.

18.5 Turntable

Bearing system

Turn the superstructure slowly and lubricate both nipples in the lubrication
block (see lubrication points 17.5).

Fresh grease should appear all around the edge of the seals.

18.6 Cab heating

- Check function
- Check cooling and heating circuit for leakage
- Seals
- Fan

18.7 Attachments

Lubricate attachments at lubrication points (see Lubrication Points 17.5)

18.8 Check windshield washer system

Add water to fluid container if necessary.

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19 Maintenance every 250 operating hours

NOTE: In addition to normal weekly maintenance and

maintenance every 50 operating hours, the following
maintenance should be carried out every 250
operating hours, see maintenance schedule 16.2.

19.1 Engine

See engine operating instructions for maintenance schedule.

Change oil and oil filter

See engine operating instructions.

Dispose of used oil in accordance with environmental laws.

Replace fuel filter

Dispose of used filter in accordance with environmental laws.

Check engine rpms and exhaust system

See engine operating instructions.

19.2 Hydraulics

ATTENTION: Always release residual pressure before

working on the hydraulic system!

Check hydraulic oil and filter

If it is necessary to replace the hydraulic filter, dispose of the used

filter in accordance with environmental laws.

19.3 Electrical components

Check the cable harness and the battery. If necessary tighten and
secure to avoid twisting.

19.4 Attachments

Check for play and replace damaged or defective parts!

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20 Maintenance every 500 operating hours

NOTE: In addition to normal weekly maintenance and maintenance

every 50 and 250 operating hours, the following
maintenance should be carried out every 500 operating
hours, see maintenance schedule 67.2.

20.1 Engine

See engine operating instructions for maintenance instructions.

Change air filter

Open cap, unscrew filter, replace filter. Clean dust trap.

Check valves

See engine operating instructions for the correct valve settings.

Check coolant system and hoses

Check electrical connections

Check glow plug

20.2 Hydraulics

ATTENTION: Always release residual pressure

before working on the hydraulic system!

Check primary valves

Adjust settings if necessary.

Change hydraulic oil filter (return filter)

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Change hydraulic oil

2
1
The hydraulic oil should only be changed when warm (ca. 40 °C).
Retract all hydraulic cylinders before changing the hydraulic oil.
Rotate superstructure 90°.
4,5
1) Open ventilation filter (SW 36) to release pressure
2) Open the hydraulic oil tank carefully (tank is under pressure)
3) Drain oil into a container
4) Clean out the hydraulic tank if necessary (Remove cleaning
cap)
5) Replace return filter cartridge (see 18.2.4)
6) Screw the drain plug back in properly
7) Refill with clean hydraulic oil (10 mµ) from a filling station
8) Open the hydraulic pump plug (hexagonal socket head
6 (under the tank)
screw, SW 6) until clear oil (without bubbles) comes out,
close hydraulic pump plug
8 9) Close hydraulic tank
10) Let the excavator idle unloaded for a few minutes

Dispose of used hydraulic oil in accordance with environmental

laws.

Check ventilation filter and sieve

Check ventilation filter and replace if necessary

Check sieve for damage and replace if necessary

20.3 Gear rim

Change gear rim grease:

Remove cap under the gear, unscrew plug (2", SW 28 - square)
with grease nipple, press out old grease by swiveling
superstructure, screw plug back in, use the grease nipple to fill the
gear rim with fresh grease, close cap.

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20.4 Traveling drive

Change drive oil

Change the drive oil on the outside of the drive unit

1) Put drive in the position shown

Open top and bottom screw plugs
Drain oil, collect in a container
Close bottom screw plug properly

2) With the drive in the position shown

Open middle screw plug
Refill with fresh oil in the top opening until it comes out of the middle
opening
Close both openings properly

ATTENTION: Dispose of used oil in accordance with

environmental laws.

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21 Maintenance every 1,000 operating hours

NOTE: In addition to normal weekly maintenance and

maintenance every 50, 250, and 500 operating hours,
the following maintenance should be carried out
every 1,000 operating hours, see maintenance
schedule 16.2.

21.1 Engine

See engine operating instructions for maintenance instructions.

Check alternator and starter

Clean fuel tank

Replace fuel filter

Dispose of filter in accordance with environmental laws.

Check water pump

Change air filter

Change oil and oil filter

Dispose of used oil in accordance with environmental laws.

21.2 Hydraulics

ATTENTION: Always release residual pressure before

working on the hydraulic system!

Check hydraulic oil and filter

Check ventilation filter and sieve

Check ventilation filter and replace if necessary

Check sieve for damage and replace if necessary

21.3 Traveling and swiveling drives

21.3.1 Traveling drive - Change oil

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21.4 Gear rim

Change gear rim grease (see 20.3)

21.5 Attachments

Check for play in bushings

Replace damaged or defective parts

Lubricate attachments at lubrication points (see 17.5)

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22 Maintenance during longer periods of inactivity

22.1 Preparation for longer periods of inactivity

o
Carefully clean and dry all parts

NOTE: When possible, do not leave the Crawler Excavator

out in the open. If this is unavoidable, park the
Crawler Excavator on wooden boards and cover it
with a tarp.

o
Lubricate all lubricated parts

o
Change the motor oil

o
Grease piston rods of the hydraulic cylinders

o
Disconnect cabels from battery or remove battery and store
in a protected place

o
Check antifreeze levels in coolant

22.2 Starting the excavator after periods of inactivity

o
Wipe off grease from piston rods

o
Reconnect or install battery

o
Start engine and operate unloaded

ATTENTION: During longer periods of inactivity, the

excavator should be operated unloaded once
a month.

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23 Lubricant table

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27 Lifting capacity

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27.2 Legend of Lifting Power Tables

max admissible load with dipper stick straight

A projection from live ring centre
B height of lifting hook
* lifting power limited by hydraulic system

All values of the table are specified in kg, in horizontal position

on solid subsoil and without bucket.

.... with dozer blade supported, in travelling direction

... without dozer blade supported, 90° to travelling direction

... without dozer blade supported, 90° to travelling direction

superstructure shifted backward by means of option VARIO

... without dozer blade supported, 90° to travelling direction

superstructure shifted forward by means of option VARIO

If a bucket or other working facilities are installed, the lifting power

or tilting load is reduced by the empty weight of such facilities.
Position on solid subsoil and without bucket.

Design fundamentals: acc. to ISO 10567

The lifting power of the compact excavator is limited by the setting
of the pressure control valves and the stabilizer system. Neither
75% of the static tilting load nor 87% of the hydraulic lifting power
are exceeded.
WARNING! The Vario system deviates form ISO 10567 in
some excavator positions. Other than specified by standard
ISO 10567 any exceeding of the tilting load is announced by
means of a warning device.

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28 Option
28.1 Hydraulic connections for additional attachments

Lever on the bucket stick Hydraulic connections for supplying additional attachments are
Position for use of grab located at the end of the bucket sticket.
The hydraulics supply for additional attachments can be activated
by turning the levers on the bucket stick and in the main hydraulic
valve area.

Position for use of bucket

Lever on the main valve

Position for auxiliary hydraulics

Position for use of hammer

28.2 Additional hydraulics actuated electrically

At this function the control of the additional hydraulics is shifted from

the foot pedal to the joystick. By this function the operation of the
built-on tool is considerably simplified for the excavator driver.

The following items must be observed by all means:

1. At this option the function Additional hydraulics “Black / White”

is switched, i.e. a fine control like with the foot pedal is not
possible.

2. When this option is used for the employment of swivelling

shovels (e.g.: at earth levelling work), jerky movements of
the lifting arm or shovel arm can arise.

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28.3 Quick change mechanism

ATTENTION: In order to change attachments, the excavator

MUST always be in a depressurized state.

Assembly Note:

1. Lower boom and bucket stick until they lock around bolt.

2. Engage the clamping device.

3. Lock the quick change mechanism into place.

ATTENTION: Allow lever to lock into place and then

secure with a locking pin!

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4. Ensure that locking device cannot accidentally release!

Safety chain
Locking pin

CAUTION: The stability of the excavator can be affected by

changing attachments (risk of overturning!).

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28.4 Air conditioning unit

Actuation equipment

Function

The first actuation equipment serves to switch the air conditioning

function on and/or off.
The next actuation equipment is for the cold/warm setting. The third
actuation equipment is the blower. At the blower three settings are
possible. These settings only determine the strength.

The grid for the air conditioning unit is in the foot area of the seat,
which can be opened manually as well as can be closed again
when required.

HINT: In order to have an optimum cooling capacity, all windows

and doors must be closed.

ATTENTION: Grid closed = air conditioning function

interrupted
Grid open = air conditioning function ready for
operation

28.5 Diesel pump

The diesel pump is located on the hydraulic tank under the valve
cover.

NOTE: The diesel pump must be turned off immediately after

filling up the excavator, otherwise defects may occur.

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28.5 Theft Protection

As soon as the device is switched on the green LED starts

flashing slowly, thus indicating that the system is in the secured
mode.

Upon delivery of the device you receive a certificate with the

system number and the safety code.
If the device is in the secured mode, you can enter two safety
codes, the service code and the user code.

1. Make sure that the LED lights up red each time you
press a key.

2. Slowly enter the 6-digit safety code followed by the #

key. The green LED starts flashing quickly.

3. Now you've got 30 sec to enter the service code or the

user code.
4. Slowly enter the desired 6-digit user code followed by the
# key.
Slowly enter the desired 6-digit service code followed by the *
key.
After each sequence the green LED goes out and lights up
again - flashing slowly. Now you have defined your codes and the
system returns to the safety mode.

To start the machine you must enter the service code or the user
code followed by the # key.

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Standby mode: After entering the user code the green LED
goes out. Now you have got 30 sec to start
the device. After 30 sec the system returns
to the safety mode.

Safety mode: If you shut down the device, the system will
change to the safety mode after 12 sec -
green LED flashing slowly. Another starting
attempt is possible only within this period of
12 sec.

Starting sequence:

1. Switch on ignition
2. Enter user code
3. Switch off ignition
4. Start within 30 sec

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28.8 NEUSON VARIO

Operation of Neuson Vario

To change the eccentric position, the following steps must be

absolutely observed.

1. The dipper stick must be supported on the ground.

2. To open the lock of Neuson Vario both front switches at

the left and the right joystick must be pushed and kept
pressed.

At Neuson Vario there are four locking positions, each offset by

90° (0°/360°, 90°, 180°, 270°).

To reach the correct position the left joystick must be pushed left
or right.

After the excavator has moved the two buttons may be released.
After turning by 90° the Neuson Vario engages automatically.

If the Neuson Vario shall be offset by more than 90°, the buttons at
the joystick must be kept pressed beyond the 90° offset.

As soon as the buttons are released, the Neuson Vario engages

at the next possible lock.

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Driving the Neuson Vario Transverse to the Slope

To achieve a better stability when driving transverse to the

slope the excavator should be shifted towards the slope.

WARNING: For reasons of safety only the eccentric position

indicated above may be chosen for driving
transverse to the slope.

To achieve a better climbing ability when driving uphill, the

centre of gravity of the Neuson Vario shall be shifted towards
the slope .

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Warning Equipment of Neuson Vario

1) Depending on the position of the Vario stability might be

increased or reduced (warning range A) compared with the
standard excavator. Please confer the Lifting Power Table and the
figure "Warning range".
Explanation of warning ranges:

A (digging above crawler)................WARNING, reduced stability!

B (digging in longitudinal direction)......
superstructure in the unfavourable range compared with
Vario, no change of stability (hydraulically limited)

2) The warning device is set to 73% of the static tilting load in case
Fig.: Warning lamp of unfavourable superstructure position. As soon as this load is
exceeded and working is done with the superstructure in an
unfavourable position (warning range) or when slewing into such
range, a short warning sound is emitted once and a warning lamp
lights up (for position of warning lamp see figure "Warning lamp").

3) WARNING: If the stick system is not lowered and slewed out of

the danger area when the warning (sound, lamp) is emitted
(braking of superstructure and opposite control), or if the warning
is ignored, the machine may tilt!

4) The warning lamp is equipped with a function check. Upon each

start the lamp lights up for a short time.
Always make sure that the warning lamp is working properly!
Operation of the excavator is permitted only with the lamp being
functioning properly!

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Figure: Warning range

warning range A........digging above crawler

warning range B........ digging in longitudinal direction

warning range A
Danger of tilting!

warning range B
warning range B

warning range A
Danger of tilting!

WARNING: This safety device must be checked upon each

service (every 250 op. hours) by authorized
personnel.

This warning device must not be bypassed or rendered

ineffective.

!!! D A N G E R T O L I F E !!!
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Working with Neuson Vario

When excavating a pit, the superstructure can be slewed to the

side of the dozer blade. Thus a higher stability is achieved for
digging on the side opposite the blade, at the same time
providing free visibility to the pit.

Increased Working Range of Neuson Vario

The working range of Neuson Vario can be increased by 250 mm.

By shifting the superstructure to the side opposite the blade the

bucket can be moved right up to the blade.

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Neuson Vario Labels

Operation of Neuson Vario

¨ Make sure to read and observe the

operating instructions.

¨ Support dipper stick on the ground.

In case of non-compliance persons and/or the machine

driver may be endangered, the machine may tilt or other
danger may occur.

Shifting of Neuson Vario

1. Dipper stick must be supported on the ground.

2. The indicated buttons at the two joysticks must be

pressed.

3. Wait for at least 5 sec with buttons pressed.

4. Now the Neuson Vario can be shifted by means

of the left joystick.

WARNING: The sense of rotation of Neuson Vario is opposite to

the normal sense of rotation.

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Lubrication Points at Neuson Vario

There is another lubrication nipple on the top side of the

eccentric disk

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A Safety instructions for the operation of earth-moving machinery

1 Preface

The following are designated as earthmoving machinery:

- excavators,
- loaders,
- excavator-loaders,
- bulldozers,
- dump trucks,
- scrapers,
- graders,
- pipe-laying machines,
- trench cutting machines,
- compactors and
- special-purpose earthmoving machines.

Instructions on the safe operation of earthmoving machinery are given below.

When operating and servicing earthmoving machinery, the respective national safety instructions,
e.g. in the Federal Republic of Germany the accident prevention regulations for earthmoving
machinery (VBG 40), vehicles (VBG 12) and the safety regulations for vehicle maintenance (ZH 1/
454), must also be observed.

As a supplement to the operating instructions, the statutory regulations for public road transport
and for accident prevention must be observed. Such regulations may, for example, also relate to
the handling of hazardous substances or the wearing of personal protective gear.

In addition, existing safety requirements must also be observed for special locations (tunnels,
galleries, quarries, pontoons, contaminated areas etc.).

2 Intended use

2.1 Earthmoving machinery must be operated only under the intended operating conditions provided
by the manufacturer in the operating instructions.
2.2 The use is as intended when the earthmoving machine is used with the corresponding operating
devices in accordance with the European or national safety regulations or for other work for which
it is suitable according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

2.3 Changes to the safety systems of the earthmoving machine by the owner without the prior consent
of the manufacturer are inadmissible.

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2.4 Spare parts must comply with the technical requirements specified by the manufacturer.

3 General information

3.1 Earthmoving machinery must be operated or serviced independently only by persons

- who are physically and mentally suited,

- who are instructed in the operation or servicing of the earthmoving machine and have furnished
proof of their capacity to do so to the contractor,
- and who can be expected to perform the tasks assigned to them reliably.

The statutory minimum age must be observed.

3.2 Any working method prejudicial to safety must be avoided.

3.3 The legal load of earthmoving machinery must not be exceeded.

3.4 The earthmoving machine must be operated only in a safe, serviceable state.

3.5 The operating instructions issued by the manufacturer must be observed for operation, servicing,
repair, assembling and transport.

3.6 The contractor must supplement safety regulations where necessary with special instructions
adapted to local operating conditions.

3.7 Operating instructions and safety-relevant instructions must be in safekeeping by the operator’s
seat. In the case of earthmoving machinery without cabs, they may be kept at the application site.

3.8 The operating instructions and the safety instructions must be present in full and in a legible state.

3.9 Safety devices on earthmoving machinery must not be disabled during machine operation.
3.10 Protective working gear must be worn during machine operation. Rings, scarves and open jackets
must be avoided. Goggles, safety footwear, safety helmets, protective gloves, reflective
waistcoats, ear plugs etc. may be needed for specific operations.

3.11 Prior to beginning work, information on first aid and on emergency services (ambulance, fire
service, helicopter) is essential.

It must be checked that a first-aid kit complying with the regulations is present.

3.12 The location and operation of fire extinguishers on the earthmoving machine and the local fire-
alarm and fire-fighting facilities must be known.

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3.13 Loose parts, e.g. tools or other accessories, must be secured on the earthmoving machine.

3.14 Doors, windows, covers, flaps etc. must be secured against inadvertent closing when in opened
state.

4 Hazard zone

4.1 All persons must keep out of the hazard zone of earthmoving machinery.

The hazard zone is the surrounding area of the earthmoving machine in which persons may be
reached by operation-induced movements of the earthmoving machine, its operating devices and
its attachments or by swinging-out loads, by falling material or by falling operating devices.

4.2 The machine operator may work with the earthmoving machine only if no person is within the
hazard zone.

4.3 The machine operator must give a warning signal if persons are exposed to danger.

4.4 The machine operator must stop working with the earthmoving machine if persons fail to leave the
hazard zone despite a warning.

4.5 No person may have access to the pivot range of earthmoving machinery with centre pivot
steering when the engine is running.

4.6 An adequate safety clearance (min. 500 mm) must be kept from fixed components, e.g. structures,
quarry faces, scaffolding or other machines, to prevent the risk of crushing.

4.7 If the safety clearance cannot be observed, the area between fixed components and the operating
range of the earthmoving machine must be closed off.

4.8 If the machine operator has a restricted view of his driving and operating area due to deployment-
induced influences, he must be assisted by a marshaller or the driving and operating area must
be secured by a fixed barrier.

5 Stability

5.1 Earthmoving machinery must be used, driven and operated in such a way that its stability or its
security against overturning is guaranteed.

5.2 The machine operator must adapt the travelling speed to local conditions and keep the operating
device as close as possible to the ground when driving over sloping or uneven terrain.

5.3 In the case of earthmoving machinery fitted with additional stabilising devices to increase stability,
the manufacturer’s operating instructions must be observed.

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5.4 Earthmoving machinery must be kept sufficiently far away from the edge of quarries, trenches,
stockpiles and slopes to prevent any risk of overturning.

5.5 Earthmoving machinery must be secured against inadvertent movement or slippage when working
close to the edges of excavations, shafts, ditches, trenches and slopes.

6 Operation

6.1 General

6.1.1 Machine operators must be appointed by the contractor to operate or service the earthmoving
machine.

6.1.2 Operating devices (adjusting components) may be activated only by the operator or from the
operator’s console.

6.1.3 The steps and areas provided must be used for access to the machine. They must be kept in a
non-slip state.

6.1.4 For earthmoving machinery fitted with quick-change devices for mounting and discharging the
operating device, of which locking mechanism is not clearly visible from the operator’s workplace
(design, soiling), the following additional safety measures are essential:

- The firm fit of the operating device at the connection of the quick-change device must be
controlled directly by the operator or another person.
- If this is not feasible, the operating device must be lifted only to such an extent that the firm fit
can be checked by rearward tilting and dumping.

All persons must keep out of the hazard zone during this test run.

6.2 Transport of persons

6.2.1 Apart from the machine operator, no persons may be transported on earthmoving machinery
unless special places have been provided for this purpose by the manufacturer.

These special places must be equipped with fixed seats and securing devices to prevent
persons from falling from the earthmoving machine.

6.2.2 No one may mount or alight from earthmoving machinery except with the prior consent of the
machine operator and when the machine is stationary.

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6.3 Driving

6.3.1 Prior to starting up the earthmoving machine, the operator’s seat, the mirror and the adjustable
parts must be set in such a way as to ensure operational safety.

6.3.2 The safety belt must be applied when earthmoving machinery is fitted with a ROPS system or a
TOP protective structure.

6.3.3 The windows must be clean, and free from condensation and ice.

6.3.4 Cold-start aids (ether) must not be used near sources of heat or open flames or on poorly
ventilated premises.

6.3.5 The roadways must be designed so as to ensure smooth, safe operation, i.e. they must be
adequately wide with the lowest possible gradient and laid on a base with a good bearing
capacity.

6.3.6 The bearing capacity of bridges, basement ceilings, vaulting etc. must be checked before driving
over them.

6.3.7 The clearance dimensions of underpasses, tunnels etc. must be checked prior to driving into
them.

6.3.8 On high gradients and slopes, the load must be kept towards the incline if possible to increase
stability.

6.3.9 The engine must not be out of gear when driving downhill. Prior to driving down the slope, the
gear suited to the terrain must be selected and no gear change made while driving downhill.

6.3.10 Slopes on driveways must be designed to ensure that earthmoving machinery can be safely
braked.

6.3.11 Extensive reversing should be avoided.

6.3.12 Earthmoving machinery must not be driven on the public highway unless an operating and driving
licence compatible with the national traffic legislation is available.

6.3.13 Outside the public transport area, e.g. on construction sites, traffic regulations should be applied
analogously. This point should also be taken into account there with respect to the driving licence.

6.4 Loading, unloading

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6.4.1 The machine operator must not swing the operating devices across occupied driving, operating
and working places of other machines unless they are secured with fall-over protective structures
(FOPS).

6.4.2 If the required protection above the driver’s cab is not present, the driver of that vehicle must
leave the driver’s stand when swinging across it is necessary.

6.4.3 The vehicles must be loaded in such a way that they are not overloaded and cannot lose any
material while being driven. They must be loaded from the lowest possible height.

6.4.4 The unloading locations must be designed to ensure that extensive reversing is avoided as fast
as possible.

6.4.5 Earthmoving machinery must not be operated at dumping sites unless appropriate measures have
been taken to prevent inadvertent movement or overturning.

6.5 Marshallers

6.5.1 Marshallers must be clearly recognisable, e.g. through special clothing. They must be within the
visual range of the machine operator.

6.5.2 During their marshalling activity, marshallers must not be given other tasks which might distract
them from their functions.

6.6 Deployment with risk of falling objects

6.6.1 When there is a risk of heavy objects falling, earthmoving machines must not be used unless their
operator’s stand is fitted with a protective roof (FOPS); in the case of excavators a protective
windscreen (FGPS) must also be present.

6.6.2 Close to earth and rock walls, excavators should be set up and operated in such a way that the
operator’s stand and the steps leading to it are on the side of the earthmoving machine away from
the wall.

6.6.3 Demolition work must not be done with earthmoving machinery unless it is assured that persons
are not at risk.

6.6.4 Prior to carrying out demolition work with excavators, e.g. demolishing with demolition pendulums,
the weight of the pendulum must be coordinated with the load capacity of the machine and the
boom length.

6.6.5 The highest point of the operating device of the earthmoving machine should be above the
component to be demolished.

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6.7 Operation in areas carrying underground lines

6.7.1 Prior to carrying out excavation work with earthmoving machinery, a check must be made in the
area to be excavated for underground lines which might present a risk to persons.

6.7.2 If underground lines are present, their location and course must be determined by agreement with
the owner or operator of the line and the necessary safety measures must be stipulated and taken.

6.7.3 The course of lines in the construction site zone must be clearly marked under supervision prior to
earthmoving work being commenced. If the location of lines cannot be determined, exploratory
trenches must be dug, if necessary by hand.

6.7.4 If underground lines or their protective coverings are contacted or damaged inadvertently, the
machine operator must stop work immediately and notify the supervisor.

6.8 Operation close to overhead electric lines

6.8.1 When working with earthmoving machinery close to overhead electric lines and contact lines, a
safety clearance dependent on the voltage rating of the overhead line must be kept between such
lines and the earthmoving machine and its operating devices to prevent a voltage transfer. This
also applies to the clearance between such lines and attachments or slung loads.

6.8.2 The following safety clearances are applicable in Germany:

Voltage rating Safety clearance

up to 1000 V 1.0 m
more than 1 kV to 110 kV 3.0 m
more than 110 kV to 220 kV 4.0 m
more than 220 kV to 380 kV
or for unknown voltage rating 5.0 m

6.8.3 All working movements of earthmoving machinery, e.g. the boom positions, the swinging of
cables and the dimensions of slung loads must be taken into account, as must ground
irregularities through which the earthmoving machine is tilted and thus comes closer to overhead
lines.
Wind may make overhead lines and operating devices swing out, reducing the clearance.

6.8.4 If adequate clearance from electrical transmission lines and contact lines cannot be maintained,
the contractor must implement other safety measures against voltage transfer by agreement with
the owner or operator of the lines. This may be done, for example, by

- switching off the current,

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- moving the overhead line,

- cabling or
- limiting the working range of earthmoving machinery.

6.8.5 In the event of a voltage transfer, the following rules must be observed:

- Do not leave the operator’s cab.

- Warn other persons not to approach or touch the machine.
- If possible, bring the operating device or the entire earthmoving machine out of the hazard
zone.
- Have the current switched off.
- Never leave the machine until the contacted/damaged line has been switched off.

6.9 Operation below ground and in enclosed areas

If earthmoving machinery is used below ground or in enclosed areas, adequate ventilation must
be provided and the valid regulations must be observed.

6.10 Stoppages

6.10.1 Prior to breaks or finishing work, the operator must move the earthmoving machine to level ground
with an adequate bearing capacity and secure it from movement.

The operating devices must be set down or secured in such a way that no inadvertent movement
is possible.

6.10.2 The operator must not leave the earthmoving machine unless the operating devices are set down
or secured
6.10.3 Earthmoving machines must be parked only where they present no obstacle, e.g. to public
highway or site traffic. If necessary they must be secured by warning devices such as warning
triangles, warning cords, flashing or warning lamps.

6.10.4 Prior to leaving the operating stand, the operator must set all control devices to neutral and apply
the brakes.

6.10.5 Before leaving the earthmoving machine, the operator must first switch off the driving motors and
secure them against unauthorised starting.

6.11 Lifting-gear deployment

6.11.1 Lifting-gear deployment covers the lifting, transporting and lowering of loads by means of a
slinging aid (cable, chain etc.), with the assistance of persons being required for slinging and
releasing the load.

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This means, for example, the lifting and lowering of pipes, shaft rings or containers with
earthmoving machinery.

6.11.2 Earthmoving machinery must not be used in lifting-gear deployment unless the prescribed safety
devices are present and fully functioning.

For hydraulic excavators, for example, these are:

- safe slinging facility for a load-bearing device,

- working load table,

and in addition for hydraulic excavators with a legal working load of more than 1000 kg or a
overturning moment of more than 40 000 Nm

- overload warning system,

- open-circuit monitoring system(s) at boom lifting cylinder(s).

6.11.3 Loads must be slung in such a way that they cannot slip or fall out.

6.11.4 Persons involved in guiding the load and riggers must remain within the visual field of the machine
operator.

6.11.5 The machine operator must keep loads as close as possible to the ground and prevent their
swinging.

6.11.6 Earthmoving machinery must not be driven with a slung load unless the roadway is as even as
possible.

6.11.7 When earthmoving machinery is in lifting-gear deployment, riggers may approach the boom only
with the consent of the machine operator and only from the side. The machine operator must not
give his consent unless the earthmoving machine is stationary and the operating device is not
being moved.

6.11.8 No damaged or inadequately dimensioned slinging aids (cables, chains) must be used.
Protective gloves must always be worn when working with slinging aids.

7 Assembly, servicing, repair (maintenance)

7.1 Earthmoving machinery must not be assembled, converted or dismantled except under the
direction of qualified personnel appointed by the contractor and with the manufacturer’s operating
instructions being observed.

7.2 Work on such components as

- braking,

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- steering,
- hydraulic and
- electrical systems
of the earthmoving machine must be performed by specially trained skilled personnel only.

7.3 Stability must be ensured at all times including during maintenance work.

7.4 The operating devices must be secured from moving by being set down on the ground or with
equivalent measures, e.g. supporting sleeves or jacks. If necessary, the superstructure of
excavators must be secured against swivelling.

7.5 In the case of earthmoving machinery with centre pivot steering, the pivot joint must be positively
locked when work is being done in that area.

7.6 When installing and dismantling counterweights, they must be placed only at the locations
prescribed by the manufacturer.

7.7 For jacking up earthmoving machinery, lifting gear must be used in such a way as to prevent any
slippage. Tilted positions of the lifting gear or their inclined application are inadmissible.

7.8 Lifted earthmoving machinery must be secured by shoring up, e.g. with diagonal stacks of planks
or squared timbers or with jacks.

Earthmoving machinery which is lifted with operating devices, must be supported immediately
after being lifted. No work may be done under raised earthmoving machinery which is held in
place only by the hydraulic system.

7.9 Prior to replacing the bucket scrapers of scraper vehicles or scraper-dozers, the scraper buckets
must be set down on a non-tilting, unbreakable base.

7.10 Maintenance and repair work on scraper buckets must be done only when the closing flap is
secured.

7.11 Prior to any maintenance and repair work, the driving motors must be stopped.

Only maintenance or repair work which cannot be carried out with a drive is exempt from these
requirements. It must be ensured that the drive can be stopped immediately in any hazardous
situation prior to beginning such work.

7.12 In the case of earthmoving machinery with a combustion engine, the battery must be disconnected
prior to any work on the electrical system or any arc welding.

7.13 When disconnecting the battery, first the negative and then the positive pole must be
disconnected. Reconnection is done in the reverse sequence.

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7.14 The battery must be covered with insulating material if any maintenance work is done in its vicinity.
No tools may be laid down on the battery.

7.15 In the case of electrically driven earthmoving machinery, the electrical systems and where
necessary the mobile connection lines must be switched off and secured against inadvertent or
unauthorised switching on.

7.16 Protective devices of moving machine parts must not be opened or removed unless the drive has
been stopped and secured against unauthorised starting.

Protective devices are, for example, motor compartment flaps, doors, guards, housings.

7.17 On completion of assembly, maintenance or repair work, all protective devices must be correctly
mounted again.

7.18 Welding work on load-bearing parts of earthmoving machinery, e.g. lattice booms, lifting cranks,
must be carried out in accordance with the recognised rules of welding technology.

7.19 No welding or drilling may be carried out on roll-over, tipp-over or fall-over protective structures
(ROPS, TOPS, FOPS).

7.20 Modifications, e.g. welding on the hydraulic or compressed air system, must not be undertaken
except with the authorisation of the manufacturer.

7.21 The control pressure, dynamic pressure and internal tank pressure must be reduced before
starting work on the hydraulic system.

7.22 Only those hoses and lines prescribed by the manufacturer may be used.

7.23 Hydraulic hoses and lines must be skilfully laid and installed.

7.24 Smoking and the use of open flames are forbidden during refuelling.

8 Recovery, towing, transport

8.1 The recovery and towing of earthmoving machinery must be done with adequately dimensioned
towing devices only.

8.2 The towing points or blocks prescribed by the manufacturer, e.g. lugs, hooks, must be used.

8.3 The towing vehicle must be driven slowly. All persons must keep out of the range of towing
devices.

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8.4 During loading and transport, earthmoving machinery and any necessary auxiliary devices must
be secured against inadvertent movement.

8.5 The travelling gear and crawler unit of earthmoving machinery must be cleaned of mud, snow and
ice to such an extent that ramps can be negotiated without a risk of slippage.

8.6 Low-loader access ramps must be fitted with wooden planks before being negotiated by tracked
vehicles.

8.7 Before the actual transport, the route to be covered should be inspected to ensure that the roads
are wide enough, bridge and underpass openings large enough, and roads, tracks and bridges
are strong enough.

9 Supervision

9.1 The prescribed deadlines for recurring tests must be observed.

9.2 Before starting his work, the machine operator must also check as specified by the manufacturer
that safety, driving and operating devices, e.g. overload warning system, brakes, steering,
lighting, are fully functioning.

When mounting operating devices on quick-change systems, the firm fit of the operating device
must be checked by moving it in all directions. During this process, all persons must keep out of
the hazard zone.

9.3 Hydraulic hoses must be replaced as soon as the following damage is noticeable:

- damage to the outer layer through to the intermediate layer,

- brittleness in the outer layer,
- distortions in pressurised or unpressurised state not conforming with the original shape of the
installed hose,
- leakages,
- damage to the hose fittings or to the connection between fittings and hose,
- storage damage (the shelf life of the hose should not exceed 2 years),
- damage resulting from exceeding the standard service life (the service life under normal
conditions should not exceed 6 years).

9.4 The coolant level must be checked only when the lid is cool; the lid must be turned carefully to
reduce the pressure.

9.5 The machine operator must report any recorded defects without delay to the supervisor and, in the
event of a change of operator, to the operator replacing him.

9.6 In the event of defects endangering the operational safety of the earthmoving machine, it must be
taken out of operation until the defects have been rectified.

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