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E215B
E245B
Operation and Maintenance Instruction Manual

Operation and
Maintenance
Instruction
Manual
Print No. 87618866

English - Printed in Italy
E215B-E245B
PROVEN PERFORMANCE PROVEN PERFORMANCE

E215B
E245B
Operation and
Maintenance
Instruction Manual
Print No. 87618866
WARNING
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING, OPERATING, SERVICING. REFUELLING OR
CARRYING OUT ANY OTHER WORK ON THE MACHINE
This symbol is your alert sign and is specifically intended for safety purposes.
It means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
Read and comply with all precautionary statements following the key-words DANGER, WARNING and
CAUTION.
Machine-mounted safety signs are colour coded yellow with black borders and lettering when they refer
to points where special ATTENTION must be paid as an ACCIDENT may occur. They are white with
red borders and black lettering when they refer to a FORBIDDEN practice.
IMPORTANT: Data contained in this manual was current at the time of publication. It is the Manufacturer’s
policy to constantly improve its products and such changes may affect information herein. If variances are
observed, contact your Dealer and After-Sales Service.
WARNING
Read this manual before operating the machine
Most accidents occurring during work are due to non-observance of simple safety norms
and elementary precautions.
Many accidents can be avoided if the causes are known and opportune cautions taken beforehand.
There is no device or protection, no matter how advanced, that may prove so effective
at avoiding accidents as a careful and attentive behaviour.
WARNING
Ensure that the attachment is safely resting onto the ground before repairing, adjusting or servicing machines
fitted with hydraulically, mechanically or cable controlled attachments (such as, excavators, loaders, dozers,
scrapers, etc.). Should it be necessary to partially or fully raise the hydraulically, mechanically or cable
controlled attachment to gain access to certain items, make sure the attachment is adequately retained in the
raised position by means other than the hydraulic lift cylinders, cables and/or mechanical devices used for
controlling it.
MACHINE SERIAL NO.
CNH U.K.
ENGINE TYPE
667TA/MEB
ENGINE SERIAL NO.
NOTES
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUBJECT PAGE
1 - INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To the owner .............................................................................................................................................. 1-1
Identification data E215B - E245B .............................................................................................................. 1-2
Main machine components E215B - E245B ............................................................................................... 1-3
Noise level E215B - E245B......................................................................................................................... 1-4
Vibration to the operator ............................................................................................................................ 1-4
Safety precautions ..................................................................................................................................... 1-5
Safety plates ............................................................................................................................................... 1-41
2- MACHINE FAMILIARIZATION
Instrument and controls ............................................................................................................................. 2-2
Safety lever ............................................................................................................................................. 2-3
Starter switch .......................................................................................................................................... 2-3
Engine speed throttle .............................................................................................................................. 2-4
Hourmeter ............................................................................................................................................... 2-4
Monitor .................................................................................................................................................... 2-5
Location of the switches .......................................................................................................................... 2-16
Control levers .......................................................................................................................................... 2-20
Horn ........................................................................................................................................................ 2-21
Power boost ............................................................................................................................................ 2-21
Travel control pedals ............................................................................................................................... 2-22
Cigarette lighter ....................................................................................................................................... 2-23
12 V socket ............................................................................................................................................. 2-23
Internal ceiling light ................................................................................................................................. 2-23
Radio ....................................................................................................................................................... 2-24
Climate conditioner system ..................................................................................................................... 2-27
Cab ............................................................................................................................................................ 2-30
Door ......................................................................................................................................................... 2-30
Front windscreens and windows ............................................................................................................. 2-31
Emergency exit ........................................................................................................................................ 2-33
Windscreen wiper .................................................................................................................................... 2-33
Windscreen washer ................................................................................................................................ 2-33
Operator's compartment ............................................................................................................................ 2-34
Adjusting the seat ................................................................................................................................... 2-34
Heated seat (pneumatic type) ................................................................................................................. 2-35
Seat belt .................................................................................................................................................. 2-36
3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operating the machine ............................................................................................................................... 3-1
Hood and access covers ............................................................................................................................ 3-2
External visual inspection .......................................................................................................................... 3-3
Inspections prior to starting the engine ....................................................................................................... 3-4
Engine oil ................................................................................................................................................. 3-4
Engine cooling system ............................................................................................................................ 3-6
Hydraulic system oil ................................................................................................................................ 3-7
Fuel tank ................................................................................................................................................. 3-8
Windscreen washer tank ......................................................................................................................... 3-10
Fuel pre-filter ........................................................................................................................................... 3-10
Adjusting the operator's seat .................................................................................................................. 3-11
Adjusting the rear mirrors......................................................................................................................... 3-11
Starting the engine ..................................................................................................................................... 3-12
Starting the engine in normal conditions.................................................................................................. 3-12
Starting the engine in cold climates ......................................................................................................... 3-13
Starting the engine using booster batteries ............................................................................................ 3-14
Stopping the engine ................................................................................................................................ 3-15
Inspection after starting the engine.......................................................................................................... 3-16
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Warming up the machine ........................................................................................................................ 3-17

Operating the machine ............................................................................................................................... 3-19
Operational precautions ........................................................................................................................... 3-19
Machine controls plate ............................................................................................................................. 3-19
Travelling the machine ............................................................................................................................ 3-20
Steering the machine ............................................................................................................................... 3-21
Counter rotating the machine (spin turn) ................................................................................................. 3-21
Travel stop .............................................................................................................................................. 3-21
Shifting the travel speed (1st, 2nd Speed) .............................................................................................. 3-22
Using the power boost (Boosting of the power) ...................................................................................... 3-22
Attachment controls ................................................................................................................................ 3-23
Swinging the turret ................................................................................................................................... 3-24
Practices to improve efficiency ................................................................................................................ 3-25
Operating in mud or water ....................................................................................................................... 3-27
Towing the machine ................................................................................................................................ 3-28
Manual signals ......................................................................................................................................... 3-29
Parking the machine ............................................................................................................................... 3-35
Objects handling operation ..................................................................................................................... 3-36
Emergency boom lowering procedure .................................................................................................... 3-39
Machine operation in adverse weather conditions .................................................................................. 3-40
Desmantling of the machine ....................................................................................................................... 3-41
4 - MAINTENANCE
Generalities ................................................................................................................................................ 4-2
Break-in ...................................................................................................................................................... 4-6
Machine lubrication and maintenance chart................................................................................................ 4-7
After 250 hours of operation........................................................................................................................ 4-8
After 500 hours of operation........................................................................................................................ 4-28
After 1000 hours of operation...................................................................................................................... 4-36
Maintenance to be performed when required ............................................................................................ 4-55
Filling chart E215B ..................................................................................................................................... 4-57
Filling chart E245B ..................................................................................................................................... 4-58
5 - TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine ........................................................................................................................................................ 5-1
Hydraulic system ........................................................................................................................................ 5-4
6 - TRANSPORTATION
Road transport ........................................................................................................................................... 6-1
Loading/unloading the machine .............................................................................................................. 6-2
Securing the machine .............................................................................................................................. 6-6
Lifting machine ............................................................................................................................................ 6-7
7 - OPTIONS AND VARIANTS

Hydraulic breaker ....................................................................................................................................... 7-1
Crusher ...................................................................................................................................................... 7-6
Hydraulic oil and filter element service interval .......................................................................................... 7-10
Equipment rotation system.......................................................................................................................... 7-11
Cab protections (F.O.P.S) and FRONT GUARD ........................................................................................ 7-12
8 - SPECIFICATIONS
Technical specifications E215B-E245B ..................................................................................................... 8-1
Digging data E215B (Monoblock Version) .................................................................................................. 8-2
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Digging data E215B (Triple Articulation Version)........................................................................................ 8-3

Digging data E245B (Monoblock Version) .................................................................................................. 8-4
Digging data E245B (Triple Articulation Version)........................................................................................ 8-5
Transporting dimensions E215B (Monoblock Version) ............................................................................... 8-6
Transporting dimensions E215B (Triple Articulation Version) .................................................................... 8-7
Transporting dimensions E245B (Monoblock Version) ............................................................................... 8-8
Transporting dimensions E245B (Triple Articulation Version) .................................................................... 8-9
Bucket applications as a function of the arms E215B ................................................................................ 8-10
Bucket applications as a function of the arms E245B ................................................................................ 8-11
9 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electrical system ......................................................................................................................................... 9-1
Batteries .................................................................................................................................................. 9-2
Fuses - relay ............................................................................................................................................ 9-4
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IV
1- INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
M0103
INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
TO THE OWNER
This manual has been prepared to assist you in the Particularly, as regards safety, we recommend to
correct safe procedures for driving, operating and carefully read the general safety precautions
servicing the machine. detailed from page 1-5 to page 1-47.
Only continuous compliance with the norms herein Repair procedures for this machine are contained in
detailed guarantees best performance, economic specific Service Booklets, which you may obtain
operation, and durability of your machine and from your Dealer.
prevents the commonest causes for accidents
which might occur during operation or maintenance.
Each machine is supplied complete with a copy of this Manual. Descriptions and illustrations herein are not
binding. The Manufacturer, provided that the basic characteristics of machine types described and shown in
this Manual remain the same, reserves the right to change components, parts and accessories supplied without
any commitment to timely update this publication; and this any time it deems it convenient for improvement
purposes or due to commercial or manufacturing requirements. For exact information, please consult your
Dealer or contact the Manufacturer’s Branch Offices.
DANGER
For clarity purposes, some figures in this Manual show the machine with protection panels or covers removed.
Never operate the machine with any protection panels or covers removed.
DANGER
It is absolutely forbidden to tamper and/or change the setting of any of the hydraulic system valves to avoid
damaging machine components with consequent risks to personal safety.
Carefully read personal and machine SAFETY PRECAUTIONS at the beginning of this Manual
1-1
IDENTIFICATION DATA E215B - E245B
A - Machine Identification Plate B - Engine Identification Plate

1. Model. 6. Engine type.
2. Machine serial number.
7. Engine emission stage approval number.
3. Engine power in kW, as per ISO 14396
Standards. 8. Engine serial number.
4. Total machine weight (standard version).
5. Machine construction year.
C - Frame number
AFTER SALES SERVICE SPARE PARTS
For maintenance work which cannot be easily To ensure a perfect performance of the machine,
carried out by the Owner, please contact your use exclusively genuine spare parts.
Dealer where you will find trained personnel, To order them, it is necessary to specify:
suitable tools and equipment, and genuine spare
- machine type and serial number;
parts. Service personnel and technicians will be
glad to provide you with all explanations and - engine type and serial number;
suggestions you may need and to carry out all - part number of the component being ordered.
required specialised repair work in case of machine
unsatisfactory operation.
1-2
MAIN MACHINE COMPONENTS E215B - E245B
1. Arm cylinder 15. Batteries

2. Boom 16. Upper roller
3. Center joint 17. Lower roller
4. Swing device 18. Air filter
5. Fuel tank 19. Track adjuster
6. Hydraulic oil tank 20. Track adjust wheel
7. Control valve 21. Track shoe
8. Muffler 22. Cab
9. Hydraulic pumps 23. Boom cylinder
10. Diesel engine 24. Bucket
11. Counterweight 25. Bucket A linkage
12. Radiators 26. Bucket B linkage
13. Travel device 27. Bucket cylinder
14. Tracks 28. Arm
1-3
NOISE LEVEL E215B - E245B (2000/14/CE)
Sound power level

LWA = 102 dB (A)
Guaranteed sound level power (1), determined in
accordance with EC Directive 2000/14/EC.
Level of sound pressure at operator's

compartment
LpA = 75 dB (A)
Level of constant level of sound pressure measured
in the cab with door and windows closed and the
heating/conditioning fan in operation at 2nd speed,
measured on identical machine, in accordance with
Standard ISO 6396:1992.
LpA = 71 dB (A)
Level of constant level of sound pressure measured
in the cab with door and windows closed and the
heating/conditioning fan inoperative, measured on
identical machine, in accordance with Standard ISO
6396:1992.
VIBRATION TO THE OPERATOR
The level of vibrations transmitted to the operator

depends mainly upon the conditions of the ground
on which operations take place, the mode of
operation of the machine and its equipment.
Thus, the exposure to vibrations can be
considerably reduced when the following
recommendations are complied with:
- use equipment compatible with the machine and
the type of work do be done;
- adjust and lock the seat in the correct position;
also inspect regularly the suspensions of the seat,
performing the adjustments and repairs as
required;
- perform regularly the current maintenance
operations of the machine at the prescribed
intervals;
- operate the equipment in a uniform manner,
preventing, as far as possible, sharp movements
or excessive loads;
- when travelling, avoid, as far as possible,
particularly rough terrain or the impact against
possible obstacles. • The weighted average quadratic acceleration
This machine is equipped with an operator's seat value to which the operator’s arms are subjected
complying with the requisites of standard ISO 7096: does not exceed 2.5 m/s2.
2000. This ensures that the exposure of the
operator's body to vibrations comply with the • The weighted average quadratic acceleration
protection requisites for the protection against value to which the operator’s body is subjected
vibrations when the machine operates as required does not exceed 0.5 m/s2.
by the operational scopes, in accordance with the These results were obtained using an
prescriptions of this Manual. acceleration gauge while digging ditches.
1-4
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
GENERALITIES
Read the Operation and Maintenance Instruction Do not leave the machine until it has come to a
Manual carefully before starting, operating, complete stop.
maintaining, fuelling or servicing the machine. Always check height, width and weight limitations
Carefully read the explanation to each and all safety which may be encountered in the working site and
signs in the special section of this Manual before ensure the machine does not exceed them.
starting, operating, maintaining, fuelling or servicing Assess exact paths of gas ducts, water mains,
the machine. telephone lines, sewers, overhead and
Machine-mounted safety plates are colour coded underground electric lines and all other possible
yellow with black borders when they refer to points obstacles.
where special ATTENTION must be paid and failure Such paths should be opportunely defined by
to observe them may cause a serious DANGER to competent Authorities. If necessary, require that the
the integrity of machine operators. They are white service is interrupted or said installations are moved
with red borders and black lettering when they refer prior to starting the work.
to a FORBIDDEN practice.
You must know the working capacity of the
It is fundamental that all machine operators know machine.
very well the meaning of each safety plate as this
Define the rear upperstructure swing area and
considerably decreases operating hazards and
provide for opportune barriers to prevent access
accidents.
into it.
Do not allow unauthorised personnel to operate or
Never exceed machine lifting capacity.
service this machine.
Remain within the limits shown in the loading
Do not wear rings, wrist watches, jewellery, loose or
capacity chart which located on the machine.
hanging garments, such as ties, torn clothing,
scarves, unbuttoned or unzipped jackets that can
get caught in moving parts. Wear certified safety
clothes such as: hard hat, no-slip footwear, heavy STARTING
gloves, ear protection, safety glasses , reflector
vests, respirators every time the job requires it. Ask Never start or operate a failed machine. Walk all
your employer about safety regulations in force and around the machine before mounting.
protective equipment. Before operating the machine, make sure that any
Always keep the operator’s compartment, step possible dangerous condition has been properly
plates, grab-rails and handles clean and clear of removed. Before starting machine, check that
foreign objects, oil, grease, mud or snow to steering and attachment controls are in the neutral
minimise the danger of slipping or stumbling. position and the safety lever is in the LOCK position.
Remove mud or grease from your shoes before Immediately report any malfunction of parts or
operating the machine. systems to the maintenance managers for proper
Do not jump on or off the machine. Always keep action.
both hands and one foot, or both feet and one hand Prior to starting the engine, check, adjust and lock
in contact with steps and/or grab rails. the driver’s seat for maximum riding comfort and
Do not use controls or hoses as hand holds. Hoses control accessibility. Prior to operating the machine
and controls are movable parts and do not provide and/or its attachments, check that bystanders are
solid support. Besides, controls may be outside the machine operating range. Sound the
inadvertently moved and cause unexpected horn.
movement of the machine or its attachments. Obey all hand signals, safety indications and signs.
Never operate the machine or its attachments from Due to the presence of flammable fluids, never
any position other than sitting in the driver’s seat. check fuel level, refuel, charge the batteries in the
Keep head, body, limbs, hands and feet inside the presence of smoking materials, open flames or
operator’s compartment at all times to reduce sparks.
exposure to external hazards. Ensure that nobody is within the excavator
Be careful of possible slippery conditions of the operating area before starting the machine,
steps and hand rails as well as of the ground around swinging the upper structure or moving in any
the machine. Wear protective boots or shoes with direction.
the soles made of highly no-slip rubber Adjust all rear-view mirrors for maximum visibility of
the area behind the machine.
1-5
Ensure that engine speed is appropriate to the job to Do not pull or tow unless the operator’s
be carried out. compartments of the machines involved are
If any hydraulic control or system exhibits erratic properly protected against possible backlash in
performance or responds abnormally, have the case of cable or chain failure or detachment.
machine checked for air in the system. Be alert of soft ground conditions close to newly
Air in these circuits may cause incorrect constructed walls. The fill material and machine
movements with consequent accident hazard. Refer weight may cause the wall to collapse under the
to the Operation and Maintenance Instruction machine.
Manual about corrective action to be taken. In darkness, check area of operation carefully
before moving in with the machine. Use all lights
provided. Do not move into low visibility areas.
If the engine tends to slow down and stall for
OPERATING
whatever reason under load or at idle, immediately
report this problem to the maintenance managers
Do not run the engine of this machine in closed for proper action.
buildings without proper ventilation capable to Do not operate the machine until this condition is
remove harmful exhaust gases which concentrate in corrected. Regularly check all exhaust system
the air. components, as exhaust fumes are toxic for the
Keep the operator’s compartment free of foreign operator.
objects, especially if not firmly secured. Never use Operators must know the performance of the
the machine to transport objects, unless proper machine they are driving. When working on slopes
securing points are provided. or near sudden level drops in the terrain, pay
Do not carry riders on the machine. Study and attention not to lose adherence and avoid loose soft
familiarise with escape routes alternative to normal ground since overturn or loss of machine control
exit routes. For your personal safety, do not climb could result.
on or off the machine while it is in motion. If noise level is high and exceeds 90 dB (A) over 8
Make sure that bystanders are clear of the machine hours at the operator’s ear, wear approved ear
operating range before starting the engine and protection in compliance with local regulations.
operating the attachment. Sound the horn. Do not operate the machine if you are extremely
Obey all hand signals, safety indications and signs. tired or feel ill. Be especially careful towards the end
When backing, always look to where the machine is of the working shift.
to be moved. Where removable counterweights are provided, do
Be alert of the position of bystanders. Should not operate the machine if they have been removed.
someone enter the work area, stop the machine. When operating the machine, keep in mind height
Maintain a safe distance from other machines or limits of overhead doors, arches, overhead cables
obstacles to ensure required visibility conditions. and lines as well as width limits of corridors, roads
Always give way to loaded machines. and narrow passages.
Maintain a clear vision of the surroundings of the Also, get to know load limits of the ground and
travel or work area at all times. Keep cab windows paving type of the ramps you are to work on.
clean and repaired. Beware of fog, smoke or dust that obscure visibility.
When pulling loads or towing through a cable or Always inspect the working area to identify potential
chain, do not start suddenly at full throttle. Take-up risks such as: inclines, overhangs, trees, demolition
slack carefully. Avoid kinking or twisting chains or rubble, fires, ravines, steep slopes, rough terrain,
cables. ditches, crowns, ridge trenches,diggings in traffic
Carefully inspect the towing items for flaws or areas, crowded parking lots, crowded service areas,
problems before proceeding. Do not pull through a fenced zones. In such conditions, proceed with
kinked chain or cable as the high anomalous extreme care.
stresses existing in this condition may induce Whenever possible, avoid crossing over obstacles
failures in the kinked portion. such as very rough terrain, rocks, logs, steps,
Always wear heavy gloves when handling chains ditches, railroad tracks.
or cables. When obstructions must be crossed, do so with
Chains and cables should be securely anchored extreme care and at a square angle, if possible.
using suitable hooks. Anchor points should be Slow down.
strong enough to withstand the expected load. Ease up to the break-over point, pass the balance
Keep anyone clear of anchor points and cables or point slowly and ease down the other side also
chains. using the attachment, if necessary.
1-6
To overcome deep trenches or sinking ground, Ground speed should be adequate to the load and
place the machine perpendicular to the obstacle, ground conditions.
drastically reduce ground speed and start crossing The load must always be properly arranged in the
using also the attachment if necessary, only after bucket; move with extreme care when transporting
assessing that ground conditions allow the traverse oversize loads.
safely and without risks.
Do not lift and move the bucket overhead where
The gradient you may attempt to overcome is limited persons are standing or working, nor downhill when
by factors such as ground conditions, load being working on a slope as this would decrease machine
handled, machine type and speed, and visibility. stability. Load the bucket from the uphill side.
There is no substitute for good judgement and
Loads to be raised using the machine should be
experience when working on slopes.
exclusively hooked to the hitch specially provided.
Avoid operating the attachment too close to an
The excavator is no lifting and transportation
overhang or high wall, either above or below the
means, therefore it should not be used to position
machine. Beware of caving edges, falling objects
loads accurately. Should it be exceptionally used to
and landslides. Remember that such hazards are
lift and lay building components, special caution
likely to be concealed by bushes, undergrowth and
must be taken as follows:
such.
Avoid faggots, bushes, logs and rocks. Never drive
over them, nor over any other surface irregularities - The machine must be equipped compulsorily with
that discontinue adherence or traction with the the appropriate variant provided upon request.
ground, especially near slopes or drop-offs. - Secure the loads to be raised using cables or
Be alert to avoid changes in adherence conditions chains fastened with appropriate hooking
that could cause loss of control. Work with extreme mechanisms.
care on ice or frozen ground and on stepped slopes - Nobody should be allowed to remain under the
or near drop-offs. raised load or within the excavator operating
The word “bulldozing” generally refers to work in range for any reason whatever.
virgin rough terrain, characterised by the presence
of all the perils and risks listed above. We Never exceed specified loading capacity. Incorrect
emphasise the danger represented in these fastening of slings or chains may cause boom/arm
conditions by large tree limbs (possibly falling on the failure or failure of the lifting means with consequent
machine) and large roots (which may act as a bodily injuries and even death.
leverage under the machine when up-rooted and
Always ensure that slings and chains used for lifting
cause the unit to overturn).
are adequate to the load and in good condition.
Position the machine dependent upon the loading
All loading capacities are referred to the
and unloading areas in order to swing leftwards to
machine on a level surface and should be
load to obtain best visibility.
disregarded when working on a slope.
Never use the bucket or attachment as a man lift
Avoid travelling across slopes. Proceed from uphill
or carry riders. Never use the machine as a work
downhill and vice-versa. If machine starts slipping
platform or scaffolding. The machine must not be
sideways when on a slope, lower the bucket and
improperly used for works not consistent with its
thrust bucket teeth into the ground.
features (such as pushing railway cars, trucks or
other machines). Working on slopes is dangerous. Grade the working
area if possible. Reduce work cycle time if it is not
Always pay attention to people within the machine
possible to grade the working area.
operating range.
Do not move full bucket or a load from uphill
Never move or stop the bucket, other loads or the
downhill as this would reduce machine stability. Do
attachment above ground personnel or truck cabs.
not work with the bucket turned to the uphill side.
Ensure the truck driver is in a safe place before
Do not work with the bucket turned uphill as
loading the truck.
counterweights protruding downhill would reduce
Load trucks from side or rear. machine stability on the slope and increase risk of
Use only the type of bucket recommended overturning.
considering machine type, materials to be handled, We recommend to work on slopes with the bucket
material piling up and loading characteristics, downhill, after checking machine stability with the
ground type and other typical conditions of the work bucket empty and attachment retracted, by slowly
to be performed. swinging the upper structure by 360°.
When transporting a loaded bucket, keep it as Position the carriage at a right angle relative to
rolled-back as possible. Keep boom and arm as low slopes, hanging walls, etc. to exit the working area
as possible. easily.
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Standard use, provides for the travel controls at the - Contact the Company owner of the electric lines
front and travel motors at the back. Should travel or its nearest branch before starting the work.
motors be positioned at the front with regard to the - Look up the in the telephone directory.
actual travel direction. Remind relative to travel
- Define together with the Company representative
direction that controls are reversed.
which precautions should be taken to guarantee
Always check travel motor position before moving work safety.
off.
- All electric lines should be considered as
Properly judge ground conditions with particular operative live lines even though it might be well
attention to consistency of the area you are going to known that the line in question is out of work and
work on. visibly connected to the ground.
Keep the machine sufficiently far from the ditch - The Electric Power Company, if previously
edge. advised and involved in the work, as well as
Never dig under the machine. machine Operator, Owner and/or any natural
Should it be necessary to dig under the machine, person or legal entity having rent orleased the
always ensure that digging walls are opportunely machine or being responsible at the time by
propped up against landslide to prevent the contract or by law, are liable for the adoption of the
machine from falling into the trench. necessary precautions.
Do not swing the upperstructure, raise the load or - Decrease work speed. Reaction time could be too
brake abruptly if not required. This may cause slow and distance evaluation wrong.
accidents. - Warn all ground personnel to keep clear of the
Prior to beginning the work near gas distribution machine and/or load at all times. If the load has to
mains or other public utilities: be guided down for laying, consult the Electric
Power Company to know which precautions
- Contact the company owner of the gas mains or
should be taken.
its nearest branch before starting the work. Look
up the number in the telephone directory. - Appoint a person in charge of signalling duties.
This person will have the responsibility of
- Define together which precautions should be
observing the machine, any part of it and/or the
taken to guarantee work safety.
load approaching the electric lines from a
- Decrease work speed. Reaction time could be too standpoint more favourable than the Operator’s.
slow and distance evaluation wrong. This signal man (flag-man) must be in direct
- When working near gas mains or other public communication with the Operator and the
utilities installations, appoint a person in charge of Operator must pay undivided attention to the
signalling duties. This person will have the signals supplied.
responsibility of observing the machine, any part When working in or near pits, in ditches or very high
of it and/or the load approaching the gas mains walls, check that the walls are sufficiently propped
from a standpoint more favourable than the up to avoid cave-in hazards.
Operator’s. This signal man (flag-man) must be in
Pay the utmost attention when working near
direct communication with the Operator and the
overhang walls or where landslides may take place.
Operator must pay undivided attention to the
Make sure that the support surface is strong enough
signals supplied.
to prevent landslides.
- The gas distributing Company, if previously
When digging, there is the risk of cave-ins and
advised and involved in the work, as well as
landslides.
machine Operator, Owner and/or any natural
person or legal entity having rent or leased the Always check ground conditions and conditions of
machine or being responsible at the time by the material to be removed. Support everywhere it is
contract or by law, are liable for the adoption of required to prevent possible cave-ins or landslides
the necessary precautions. when:
Working near electric lines can be very dangerous, - Digging near previous trenches filled with
therefore some special precautions must be material.
observed. - Digging in bad ground conditions.
Within this Manual, “work near electric lines” means - Digging trenches subject to vibration from
when the attachment or load raised by the excavator railroads, working machines or highway traffic.
(in any position) may reach the minimum safety
distance established by local or international Safety
Regulations.
To work without risks, keep maximum possible
distance from electric lines and never trespass
minimum safety distance.
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STOPPING MAINTENANCE
When the machine is to be stopped for whatever GENERALITIES

reason, always check that all controls are in the
neutral position and that the safety lever is on the
Carefully read the Operation and Maintenance
lock position to guarantee risk-free start-up.
Instruction Manual before starting, operating,
Never leave the machine unattended with the maintaining, fuelling or servicing the machine in any
engine running. manner.
Prior to leaving the driver’s seat, and after making Read all safety plates mounted on the machine and
sure that all people are clear of the machine, slowly observe instructions they contain before starting,
lower the attachment until resting it safely to the operating, repairing, fuelling or servicing the
ground. Retract possible auxiliary tools to the closed machine.
safety position.
Do not allow unauthorised personnel to repair or
Check that all controls are in the neutral position. service the machine.
Move engine controls to the shut-down position.
Follow all recommended maintenance and service
Switch off the key-start switch. Consult the
procedures.
Operation and Maintenance Instruction Manual.
Do not wear rings, wrist watches, jewellery, loose or
Park the machine in a non-operating and no-traffic
hanging garments, such as ties, torn clothing,
area. Park on firm level ground. If this is not
scarves, unbuttoned or unzipped jackets that can
possible, position the machine at a right angle to the
get caught in moving parts. Wear certified safety
slope, making sure there is no danger of
clothes such as: hard hat, no-slip footwear, heavy
uncontrolled sliding.
gloves, ear protection, safety glasses, reflector
If parking in traffic lanes cannot be avoided, provide vests, respirators when required. Ask your employer
appropriate flags, barriers, flares and other signals about safety regulations in force and protective
as required to adequately warn the oncoming equipment.
drivers.
Do not use controls or hoses as hand holds. Hoses
Always switch off the key-start switch before and controls are movable parts and do not provide
cleaning, repairing, or parking the machine to solid support. Besides, controls may be
prevent accidental unauthorised start-up. inadvertently moved and cause unexpected
Never lower the attachment or auxiliary tools other movement of the machine or its attachments.
than from sitting in the operator’s seat. Sound the Do not jump on or off the machine. Always keep
horn. Make sure that nobody is within the machine both hands and one foot, or both feet and one hand
operating range. Lower the attachment slowly. in contact with steps and/or grab rails.
Securely block and lock the machine every time you Never service the machine with someone sitting in
leave it unattended. Return keys to the safe place the driver’s seat, unless this person is an authorised
previously agreed upon. Perform all necessary operator assisting in the maintenance being carried
operations for stopping as detailed in the Operation out.
and Maintenance Instruction Manual.
Keep the operator’s compartment, step plates, grab
Drive the machine far from pits, trenches, rocky rails and handles clear of foreign objects, oil,
hanging walls, areas with overhead electric lines, grease, mud orsnow to minimise the danger of
and slopes before stopping it at the end of the slipping or stumbling.
working day.
Clean mud or grease from your shoes before
Align the upperstructure to the tracks in order to climbing on the machine or driving it.
allow to easily get on and off the driver’s
Never attempt to operate the machine or its
compartment.
attachments from any position other than sitting in
Move all controls to the position specified for the operator’s seat.
machine stopping. Refer the Operation and
Keep the driver’s seat free from foreign objects,
Maintenance Instruction Manual.
especially if these are not secured.
Never park on an incline without accurately blocking
Should it be necessary to move the attachment for
the machine to prevent unexpected movement.
maintenance purposes, do not raise or lower the
Follow stopping instructions contained in the attachment from any other position than sitting in the
Operation and Maintenance Instruction Manual. operator’s seat. Before starting the machine or
moving its attachment, sound the horn and require
that nobody remains near the machine.
Raise the attachment slowly.
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Always lock all moving components or parts of the Never align holes or slots using your fingers;
machine that must be lifted for maintenance alwaysuse appropriate aligning tools.
purposes using adequate external means as Remove all sharp edges and burrs from re-worked
required by local and national regulations. Do not parts.
allow anyone to pass or stay near or below a raised
Use only approved and effectively grounded
attachment. If you are not absolutely sure about
auxiliary power sources for heaters, battery
your safety, do not stay or walk under a raised
chargers, pumps and similar equipment to reduce
attachment.
electrical shock hazard.
Do not place head, body, limbs, hands, feet or
Lift and handle heavy components using hoisting
fingers near articulated cutting edges deprived of
devices of appropriate capacity. Ensure the parts
the necessary guards, unless they are suitably and
are supported by appropriate straps and hooks.
safely locked.
Use lifting eyes provided to this aim.
Never lubricate, repair or adjust the machine with
the engine running, except when this is specifically Pay attention to bystanders near the lifting area.
required by the Operation and Maintenance Never pour gasoline or diesel fuel into open
Instruction Manual. containers. Never use gasoline, solvents or other
Do not wear loose clothing, jewellery near rotating flammable fluids to clean parts. Use proprietary
parts. certified non-flammable, non-toxic solvents only.
When service or maintenance require access to When using compressed air to clean parts, wear
areas that cannot be reached from the ground, use safety glasses with side shields. Limit pressure to
a ladder or step platform conforming to local or max. 2 bars, in accordance with local and national
national regulations to reach the working area. If safety regulations in force.
such means are not available, use machine grab Do not run the engine of this machine in closed
rails and steps. Always perform all service or buildings without proper forced ventilation capable
maintenance work with the greatest care and to remove toxic exhaust gases concentrating in the
attention. air.
Shop and/or field service platforms or ladders Do not smoke, nor allow open flames or sparks
should be manufactured and maintained in nearby while refuelling the unit or handling highly
accordance with local or national safety regulations flammable materials.
in force. Do not use open flames as light sources to look for
Disconnect batteries and label all controls to warn leaks or inspect anywhere on the machine.
that service work is in progress, according to local Make sure that all mechanical tools provided are in
and national safety regulation requirements. good condition at all times. Never use tools with
Block the machine and all attachments to be raised mushroomed or damaged heads. Always wear eye
according to local and national safety regulation protections with side shields.
requirements. Move with extreme care when working under, on or
Do not check or fill fuel tanks or install batteries near near the machine or its attachments.
burning or smoking materials and open flames due In case of attachment tests during which the engine
to the presence of flammable vapours. should be kept running, a qualified operator must sit
The fuel filler pipe nozzle must be constantly kept in in the driver’s seat at all times while the mechanic is
contact with the filler neck and this even before fuel at work.
starts flowing in. Keep this contact from the Keep hands and clothes far off moving parts.
beginning to the end of the fuelling operation to
Stop the engine and move the safey lever to the lock
avoid possible generation of sparks due to static
position before starting adjusting or repairing an
electricity.
assembly.
Use a truck or trailer to haul a failed machine.
Do not carry out any work on the attachment without
Should it be necessary to tow it, provide for suitable
prior authorisation. Observe maintenance and
danger signals as required by the local norms and
repair procedures.
regulations and observe recommendations given in
the Operation and Maintenance Instruction Manual. In case of field service, move the machine to level
Load/unload the machine on firm level ground ground and block it. If work on an incline cannot be
providing safe support to the wheels of the truck or avoided, securely block the machine and its
trailer. Use strong access ramps, with adequate attachments. Move the machine to level ground as
height and angle. Keep the trailer flatbed free of soon as possible.
mud, oil or slippery materials. Tie the machine Do not twist chains and cables. Never use a twisted
securely to the trailer and block carriages and chain or cable for lifting or pulling. Always wear
upperstructure. safety gloves to handle chains or cables.
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Be sure chains and cables are firmly fastened and Handle all parts carefully. Keep hands and fingers
that the anchor point is strong enough to withstand away from gaps, gears, and similar. Always use and
the expected load. wear certified safety clothes such as safety glasses,
Keep all bystanders clear of the anchor point, cables gloves and footwear.
or chains. Do not pull or tow unless the The attachment is kept constantly in position by an
operator’s compartments of the machines oil column trapped into the high pressure circuit.
involved are fitted with proper guards against Lower the attachment to the ground and relieve
cable or chain backlash. pressure from all circuits prior to carrying out any
Keep the maintenance area clean and dry at all type of maintenance or repair work.
times. Do not service or repair the machine if it is parked
Clean immediately all water and oil spillage. downhill. If this is unavoidable, in case of
emergency, block the carriages to prevent
Do not pile up oily or greasy rags as they represent
unexpected movement, particularly if the work is to
a major fire hazard. Always store them in closed
be carried out on the final reduction units or travel
metal containers.
motors.
Before starting the machine or its attachment,
Consult the Operation and Maintenance Instruction
check, adjust and lock the operator’s seat. Also
Manual for correct maintenance procedure.
ensure that nobody is within the machine or
attachment operating range before starting or Areas near articulated cutting edges where
operating the machine and/or its attachments. mechanical parts are in motion are where personal
injuries are most likely to occur. Pay attention to
Sound the horn.
prevent possible part movements by means of
Rust inhibitors are volatile and flammable. blocks or by keeping clear of such zones when
Prepare parts in well ventilated areas. Keep open motion may take place during maintenance or
flames away. repair.
Do not smoke. Move the hydraulic system lock safety lever to the
Store containers in a cool well ventilated place lock position when stopping the machine for
where they could not be reached by unauthorised whatever reason.
people. Always install the safety stays for the hood and
Do not carry loose objects in your pockets that might other hinged covers before performing any
fall unnoticed into open compartments. maintenance or repair work in the engine
compartment.
Wear appropriate safety clothing such as hard hat,
safety shoes and gloves, safety glasses when
splinters or other particles may be ejected.
Wear the appropriate welder’s equipment such as TRANSFERS AND TRANSPORTATION
dark safety glasses or mask, hard hat, protective
clothing, safety gloves and footwear always while
Before moving or transporting the machine, block
welding or arc-cutting. Wear dark safety glasses
upperstructure swing to prevent accidental
when you are near a welding in progress.
movement.
Do not look the welding arc without proper eye
Pay particular attention during transfer on inclines,
protection.
both uphill and downhill. Keep the bucket in a
Become acquainted with all your jacking equipment position to provide a possible anchor point into the
and their capacity. ground in case of slipping.
Ensure that the jacking point on the machine is During transfers on inclines, both uphill and
appropriate for the load applied. Also, be sure the downhill, keep the upperstructure aligned with the
supports under the jack and between the jack and carriages. Do not travel across the slope.
the machine are appropriate and stable.
Never transfer the machine in the working site, in a
Any equipment supported by a jack represents a crowded area, or near people without having at least
possible hazard. Always support the load onto one person charged with hand-signals who could
appropriate blocking means as a safety measure guide the Operator.
before proceeding with service or maintenance
Sound the horn to inform that you are about to move
work, in compliance with local or national safety
off.
regulations.
It is necessary to know load limits of bridges and
Metal cables produce steel splinters. Always wear
dimensional limits of tunnels. Such limits must never
certified protection clothes such as safety gloves
be exceeded. You should also know machine
and glasses while handling them.
height, width, and weight. Have a signal-man help
Do not use makeshift jacks to adjust track sag. you when clearances are limited.
Follow instructions given in the Repair Manual.
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Check distance between boom/arm and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

dimensional limits during transfer or transportation.
Rough terrain may cause the machine to sway and Pay attention to connect connecting cables to
roll to such an extent that boom/arm could get to correct poles (+ to +) and (- to -) at both ends. Do not
contact electric lines or other obstacles. Cross short-circuit terminals. Thoroughly follow
obstacles at a right angle at low speed. Pay instructions given in Operation and Maintenance
attention to machine shaking when the centre of Instruction Manual.
gravity overcomes the obstacle.
Always move the key-start switch in the lock position
Keep the bucket down at all times during transfers. before servicing or repairing the machine.
Drive with the lights on and use appropriate signals Batteries contain SULPHURIC ACID. Protect the
and flags. eyes when working near the batteries against
Get to know and respect local and national possible sprays of the acid solution. Should acid
regulations. contact skin, eyes, or clothes, RINSE
Consider boom/arm and upperstructure dimensions IMMEDIATELY IN WATER FOR AT LEAST 15
while turning. MINUTES. Immediately seek medical attention.
Use a ramp to load the machine on a trailer. If a Battery released gas is highly flammable. Leave
ramp is not available, fabricate one using blocks. the battery compartment cover open during
The ramp should be sufficiently strong to support recharging to improve ventilation. Never check
machine weight. Always load and unload on level battery charge by placing metal objects across the
surface. posts. Keep sparks or open flames away from
batteries. Do not smoke near the battery to prevent
Tow the machine following the instructions
explosion hazard.
contained in the Operation and Maintenance
Instruction Manual. Before any maintenance or repair, make sure that
there are no fuel or electrolyte leaks from the
batteries. If any, correct prior to proceeding with
further work. Do not recharge batteries in confined
ENGINE spaces. Ensure proper ventilation is provided to
avoid accidental explosions due to build-up of
explosive gas released during charging.
Do not run the engine in closed buildings without
proper ventilation capable to remove harmful Disconnect batteries before working on the
exhaust fumes. electrical system or carrying out any other type of
work.
Do not place head, body, limbs, feet, hands or
fingers near rotating fans or belts. Be especially
careful near blower fans.
Loosen the radiator cap very slowly to relieve HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
system pressure before removing it. Always top-up
coolant level with the engine off or idling if hot. See
Pressure fluid escaping from a very small hole can
the Operation and Maintenance Instruction Manual.
be almost invisible and still have sufficient force to
Keep the exhaust manifold and tube free from penetrate the skin. Always check any suspected
combustible matters. Fit the machine with shields pressure leaks using a piece of cardboard or wood.
and guards when working in the presence of
Do not use hands. If injured by escaping fluid, obtain
combustible matter free in the air.
medical attention immediately or serious infection or
Do not refuel with the engine running, especially if reaction may develop.
hot, as this increases fire hazard in case of fuel
Stop the engine and ensure pressure is relieved
spillage.
from all systems before removing side panels,
Never attempt to check or adjust fan belt tensions housings, guards and covers. See the Operation
when the engine is running. and Maintenance Instruction Manual.
Do not adjust the fuel injection pump when the Always use gauges of adequate capacity for
machine is operating. pressure testing. Refer to the Operation and
Do not lubricate the machine with the engine Maintenance Instruction Manual or Repair Manual.
running.
Do not run the engine with the air intakes open and
not protected. If this cannot be avoided for service
reasons, place protection meshes on all intakes
before servicing the engine.
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TOOLS
Always keep head, body, limbs, feet, hands, and

fingers away from the bucket and attachments,
when in the raised position.
Prior to any maintenance or repair work, install all
supports necessary to this aim according to local
and national safety regulations.
In case the attachment is to be operated for
maintenance or repair purposes, do so exclusively
while sitting in the driver’s seat. Sound the horn
before starting the machine or moving the
attachment. Require that nobody remain near the
machine. Raise the attachment slowly.
Do not use the machine to transport loose objects,
unless proper securing devices are provided.
Never use gases other than nitrogen to charge the
accumulators.
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RECOGNISE SAFETY INFORMATION
• This is your SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL.
- When you see this symbol on your machine or

in this Manual, be alert of the potential for
personal injury.
- Follow recommended precautions and safe
operating practices.
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS
• In this Manual you will find the following words

referring to different hazard risks:
- DANGER;
- WARNING;
- CAUTION.
These words are always accompanied by the safety DANGER
alert symbol.
DANGER: indicates an imminent hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
WARNING
serious injury.
WARNING: indicated a potential hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
CAUTION
or serious injury.
CAUTION: indicates a potential hazardous IMPORTANT

situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTE
IMPORTANT: indicates a situation which, if not
avoided, may cause damage to the machine.
NOTE: indicates an additional explanation for

information purposes.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
• This Manual also contains this symbol

accompanying instructions for correct behaviour
as regards environmental protection.
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FOLLOW SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Carefully read and observe all safety signs on the

machine and read all safety precautions in this
Manual.
• Safety signs should be installed, maintained, and
replaced when necessary.
- If a safety sign or this Manual are damaged or
missing, obtain a replacement from your Dealer
in the same way you order a spare part (be sure
to detail machine model and serial number upon
ordering).
• Learn how to operate the machine and its controls
correctly and safely.
• Allow only trained, qualified, authorised personnel
to operate the machine.
• Keep the machine in proper working conditions.
- Unauthorised changes to the machine may
impair function and/or safety and affect machine
life.
• Safety messages in this Chapter “SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS”, are intended to illustrate basic
safety procedures of the machine. However, it is
impossible for these safety messages to cover every
hazardous situation you may encounter. If you have
any doubts, consult your direct supervisor prior to
operating or servicing the machine.
PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES
• Be prepared if a fire starts or an accident occurs.

- Keep the first-aid kit and fire extinguisher on
hand.
- Thoroughly read and understand the label
attached to the fire extinguisher to use it
properly.
- Establish emergency priority procedures to
cope with fires and accidents.
- Keep emergency numbers for doctors,
ambulance service, hospitals and fire
department posted near the telephone.
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WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
• Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment

appropriate to the job.
You need:
- A hard hat;
- Safety shoes;
- Safety glasses or face shield;
- Heavy gloves;
- Ear protection;
- Reflective clothing;
- Waterproof clothing;
- Respirator or filter mask;
Be sure to correctly wear equipment and clothing
for the job.
- Do not take any chances.
- Avoid wearing loose clothing, jewellery, or other
items that can catch on control levers or other
parts of the machine.
• Operating equipment safely requires the full
attention of the operator. Do not wear radio or
music headphones while operating the machine.
PROTECT AGAINST NOISE
• Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause

impairment or loss of hearing.
- Wear a suitable hearing protection such as
earmuffs or earplugs to protect objectionable or
uncomfortably loud noise.
INSPECT THE MACHINE
• Inspect the machine carefully every day or work-

shift by an attentive visual inspection of machine
outside prior to starting it to prevent damages and
personal injuries.
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USE HAND HOLDS AND STEPS
• Falling is one of the major causes of personal

injury.
- When you get on and off the machine, always

face the machine and maintain a three-point
contact with the steps and handrails.
- Prior to climbing or leaving the machine, check
that the fasteners of stepping points and the
handrails are tightened and are undamaged.
Repair them as required.
- Keep the access to the machine clear of foreign
objects and clean. Remove grease or mud from
stepping points and rails to minimise the danger
of slipping or stumbling.
- Do not use the controls or the safety lever as
hand holds when climbing on or off the machine.
- Do not climb or leave the machine running. Do
not jump on or off the machine.
- Do not climb or leave the machine while holding
tools or other objects in your hands.
- Do not climb or leave the machine while it is
moving.
ADJUST THE OPERATOR'S SEAT
• A seat poorly adjusted for operator or work

requirements may quickly fatigue the operator
leading to improper operations.
- The seat should be adjusted whenever machine

operator changes.
- The operator should be able to fully press the
pedals and correctly move the control levers
with his back resting against the seat back.
- If not, move the seat fore and aft, and check
again.
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FASTEN SEAT BELT
• Should the machine overturn, the operator may

become injured and/or thrown from the cab. Not
only, the operator may be crushed by the
overturning machine resulting in serious injury or
even death.
- Prior to operating the machine, thoroughly

examine belt webbing, buckle, and attaching
hardware. If any item is damaged or worn,
replace the seat belt or component before
operating the machine.
- Be sure to remain seated with the seat belt
securely fastened at all times when the machine
is in operation to minimise injury hazard in case
of accident.
- After a significant accident, replace the seat
belts even though they do not look damaged.
MOVE AND OPERATE MACHINE SAFELY
• Bystanders can be run over.
- Pay the utmost attention not to run over

bystanders.
- Be sure exposed personnel in the area of
operation are clear of the machine before
moving it or its attachments. Sound horn to
inform bystanders that the machine is going to
be operated.
- When operating, swinging, or moving the
machine in a congested area use a signal man.
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OPERATE ONLY FROM THE DRIVER'S SEAT
• Inappropriate engine starting procedures may

cause the machine unexpected movement,
possibly resulting in serious injury and even
death.
- Start the engine only from the operator’s seat.
- NEVER start the engine while standing on the
track or on the ground.
- Do not start the engine by shorting across
starter motor terminals.
- Before starting the engine, ensure that all
control levers are in the neutral position.
DO NOT CARRY PERSON ON THE MACHINE
• Riders on the machine are exposed to serious

injuries.
- DO NOT carry riders on the machine. Besides

precluding a full vision by the operator, there is
the possibility of serious bodily harm or death
due to accidental falls from the machine.
CONFIRM DIRECTION WHERE THE

MACHINE IS TO BE DRIVEN
• Incorrect travel controls operation may result in

serious injury and even death.
- Before driving the machine, be aware of the

undercarriage position relative to the operator’s
position. If travel motors are located at the front of
the cab, the machine will move reverse when
travel controls are moved towards cab front.
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AVOID INJURY FROM BACK-OVER AND

SWING ACCIDENTS
• If any person is present near the machine when

backing or swinging the upperstructure, the
machine may hit or run over that person, resulting
in serious injury or death.
• To avoid back-over and swing accidents:

- Always look around BEFORE YOU BACK UP
AND SWING THE MACHINE. BE SURE THAT
ALL BYSTANDERS ARE CLEAR.
- ALWAYS BE ALERT FOR BYSTANDERS

MOVING INTO THE WORK AREA. USE THE
HORN OR OTHER SIGNAL TO WARN
BYSTANDERS BEFORE MOVING MACHINE.
- USE A SIGNAL PERSON WHEN BACKING

UP IF YOUR VIEW IS OBSTRUCTED.
ALWAYS KEEP THE SIGNAL PERSON IN
VIEW.
- Use hand signals, which conform to your local

regulations, when work conditions require a
signal person.
- No machine motions shall be made unless

signals are clearly understood by both
signalman and operator.
- Learn the meanings of all flags, signs, and

markings used on the job and confirm with the
person in charge of signalling.
- Always make sure that rear mirrors are clean

and correctly adjusted.
- Dust, heavy rain, fog, etc., can reduce visibility.

As visibility decreases, reduce speed and use
proper lighting.
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DRIVE MACHINE SAFELY
• Before moving the machine, confirm which way to

move travel pedals/levers for the corresponding
direction you wish to go.
- Pushing down on the front of the travel pedals or

pushing the levers forward moves the machine
towards the idlers.
• Traveling on a grade may cause the machine to

slip or to overturn, possibly resulting in serious
injury or death.
- When traveling up or down a grade, keep the

bucket in the direction of travel, approximately
20 to 30 cm (A) above the ground.
- If machine starts to skid or becomes unstable,

lower the bucket immediately.
- Traveling across the face of a slope may cause

the machine to skid or to overturn. When
travelling (ascending/descending) on a slope,
be sure to point the tracks uphill/downhill.
- Turning on an incline may cause the machine to

tip over. If turning on an incline is absolutely
unavoidable, do so at a place where the slope is
gentle and the surface is firm.
- Do not travel on slopes with an angle exceeding

30°. Do not travel across hill on slopes
exceeding an angle of 15°.
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AVOID OVERTURNING
• When working on a slope or on unstable terrain,

the danger of tipping over is present with the
possibility of subsequent serious damages or fatal
injuries.
- Pay the utmost attention when working on a
slope. If possible, level first the work area.
- Avoid swing or steering the machine on a slope.
- Decrease the operating speed and actuate the
controls carefully, to prevent sudden
movements that could result in slipping or
tipping over.
- In case the engine is cut-off, lower the bucket to
the ground, move the controls in neutral and
restart the engine.
• Pay the utmost attention when operating the

machine on frozen ground or in snowy conditions.
- Frozen ground, when the ambient temperature
increases, tends to be less firm jeopardising the
stability of the machine.
- Operate carefully when in snowy conditions.
The snow could hide invisible dangerous spots.
- Actuate the controls slowly and carefully to
prevent the machine from making unwanted
slippery manoeuvres or movements.
- Even on minor slopes, when snow is present
and on frozen ground, unwanted slippery
manoeuvres or movements of the machine
could occur.
PARK MACHINE SAFELY
• To avoid accidents:
- Park machine on a level surface.
- Lower bucket to the ground.
- Pull the safety lever (pilot-control shut-off lever)
to the LOCK position.
- Turn auto-idle switch off.
- Run engine at slow idle speed without load for 5
minutes.
- Turn key-start switch to OFF to stop engine.
- Remove the ignition key from the key switch.
- Prior to leaving the machine, close the windows,
the cab door and all panels.
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INVESTIGATE JOB SITE BEFORE

OPERATING THE MACHINE
• Explore the working area to identify potential risks

before starting and operating the machine. Make
sure that the structure and the conditions of the
ground are safe before starting operations.
- Make sure that the digging area is sufficiently
stable and firm to support the weight of the
machine during the work operations.
- Working near edges and ditches presents a risk
for the stability of the machine. Check first that
edges and the walls of the digging are
sufficiently strong. If necessary, prop the edges
appropriately to prevent caving-ins.
- DO NOT dig too near the machine.
- Always position the tracks perpendicular to the
edge of the digging with the travel motors on the
rear side.
- When working on a slope or near the edge of the
road, have a flagman available.
PROTECTING AGAINST THE FALL OF

ROCKS AND LANDSLIDES
• When operating in zones where the possibility of

falling rocks or landslides exists or when there is
the risk for front impacts with objects that could
penetrate the cab, make sure that protection
structures are installed: F.O.P.S. (Falling Object
Protection Structure) and FRONT GUARD.
- DO NOT install any cab lifting device to the
protection structures.
- DO NOT weld, drill or modify protective
structures. Any type of modification could
weaken the structural integrity of the safety
system, with serious consequences for the
operator, in case of collision, falling objects or
landslides.
- After an accident, DO NOT try to straighten or
repair protective structures. Contact a Dealer to
verify the functionality, to repair or to completely
or partially replace the protective structures.
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DIG WITH CAUTION
• Accidental severing of underground cables or gas

lines may cause an explosion and/or fire, possibly
resulting in serious injury or death.
- Before digging, check the location of cables, gas
lines, and water lines.
- Keep the minimum distance required by law
from cables, gas lines, and water lines. If a fiber
optic cable should be accidentally severed, do
not look into the end. Doing so may result in
serious eye injury.
- Contact local authorities and/or the utility
companies directly (electric power, gas,
telephone, water, sewers, telecommunications,
etc.) to obtain information about underground
utility lines.
OPERATE WITH CAUTION
• If the front attachment or any other part of the

machine hits against an overhead obstacle, such
as a bridge, both the machine and the overhead
obstacle will be damaged, and personal injury
may results as well.
- Take care to avoid hitting overhead obstacles
with the boom or arm.
AVOID ELECTRIC LINES
• Serious injury or death can result if the machine or

front attachments are not kept a safe distance
from electric lines.
- When operating near an electric line, NEVER
MOVE any part of the machine or load closer
than 5 m plus twice the line insulator length (L).
- Check and comply with any local regulations
that may apply.
- Wet ground will expand the area that could
cause any person on it to be affected by electric
shock.
- Keep all bystanders or co-workers away from
the site.
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KEEP PERSONNEL CLEAR FROM

WORKING AREA
• A person may be hit severely by the swinging front

attachment or counterweight and/or may be
crushed against an other object, resulting in
serious injury or death.
- Keep all persons clear from the area of

operation and machine movement.
- Before operating the machine, set up barriers to
the sides and rear area of the bucket swing
radius to prevent anyone from entering the work
area.
NEVER MOVE THE BUCKET OVER

ANY ONE
• Never lift, move, or swing bucket above anyone or

a truck cab. Serious injury or machine damage
may result due to bucket load spill or due to
collision with the bucket.
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DO NOT OPERATE IN TUNNELS
• DO NOT operate the machine in enclosed spaces

or, in any case, without appropriate ventilation.
Operations in tunnels or underground sites where
potential explosive conditions exist are not
allowed. There is a danger for explosions and
potentially deadly injuries. Please comply with the
ATEX regulation relative to devices to be used in
a potentially explosive environment.
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NEVER UNDERCUT A HIGH BANK
• The edges could collapse or a land slide could

occur causing serious injury or death.
SAFETY LOADS MOVING
• The excavator is a machine designed specifically

to perform digging/loading works, thus it must not
be used to handle suspended loads. In the event,
under exceptional conditions, it becomes
necessary to handle materials, the following
indications must be strictly implemented:
- The machine must be equipped compulsorily
with the appropriate variant provided upon
request. Also, totally comply with the safety
precautions for the operation of the excavator as
a lifting equipment.
- Secure the loads to be raised using cables or
chains fastened with appropriate hooking
mechanisms.
- Never hook cables or chains to the bucket teeth.
- Nobody should be allowed to remain under the
raised load or within the excavator operating
range for any reason whatever.
- Never exceed specified loading capacity.
Incorrect fastening of slings or chains may
cause boom/arm failure or failure of the lifting
means with consequent bodily injuries and
even death.
- Always ensure that slings and chains used for
lifting are adequate to the load and in good
condition.
- All loading capacities are referred to the
machine on a level surface and should be
disregarded when working on a slope.
- In any case, comply with the current national or
local regulations on this matter.
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AVOID EXCESSIVE DIGGING EFFORTS
• Operate the machine complying with the load

limits in accordance with the "table of lifting loads"
located inside the cab.
- Do not exceed the prescribed load limits.
- Do not use the strength of the attachment to
travel or move the machine.
- Do not try digging exploiting the mass of the
machine.
PAY ATTENTION WHEN DIGGING DEEPLY
• When digging deeply, pay special attention to

prevent contacts of the attachment and the
relevant hydraulic hoses with the ground.
• DO NOT swing the turret or the undercarriage
when the attachment boom is fully lowered. Under
these conditions there is the danger that the boom
collides with the track chains.
DO NOT USE THE TRACTION FORCE OF

THE MACHINE FOR DIGGING
• DO NOT travel the machine to dig. In doing this,

an excessive stress on the front attachment could
results in damages to the structure. Use the
undercarriage for travelling only.
DO NOT USE THE TURRET SWING FOR

DIGGING
• DO NOT use the turret swing for digging or

moving rocks. An excessive stress on the front
attachment could results in damages to the
structure reducing the operating life of the swing
system. Also, this inappropriate use of the
machine could cause serious injuries or fatalities.
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DO NOT USE THE BUCKET AS A HAMMER
• The use of the bucket as a hammer or for piling

operations could cause serious damages to the
bucket itself and the components of the front
attachment. Also, this inappropriate use of the
machine could cause serious injuries or fatalities.
AVOID OPERATING THE CYLINDERS TO

FULL STROKE
• Do not extend repeatedly the bucket and the arm

cylinders full stroke with the purpose of cleaning
the bucket from residual materials. This could
cause damages to the cylinders. To remove
residues from the bucket, use water under
pressure or remove them manually.
Tolerance A ≥ 50 mm
PROVIDE SIGNALS FOR JOBS INVOLVING

A NUMBER OF MACHINES
For jobs involving several machines, provide signals

commonly known by all personnel involved. Also,
appoint a signal person to co-ordinate the job site.
Make sure that all personnel obey the signal
person’s directions.
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE UNDER

SAFE CONDITIONS
• During loading or unloading operations of the

machine on a truck or trailer the danger for tipping
over is always present.
- Use a truck or trailer appropriate for transporting
the machine.
- Secure safely the machine to the trailer with
appropriate chains or cables. Please refer to the
chapter "TRANSPORTATION" of this Manual
for the safe loading and unloading procedures.
- Make sure that you comply with National and
local regulations when transporting the machine
on open roads.
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SAFE MAINTENANCE
• To avoid accidents:
- Understand maintenance procedure before
starting the work.
- Keep the working area clean and dry.
- Do not spray water or steam inside the cab.
- Do not lubricate or service the machine when it
is in motion.
- Keep hands, feet and clothes far from moving
parts.
Prior to service in the machine:
1. Park the machine on the level ground.
2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Move the safety lever (pilot-control shut-off
lever) to the LOCK position.
4. Switch off the Auto-Idle.
5. Let the engine idle with no load for at least
five minutes until it has cooled down.
6. Move the key-start switch to the OFF
position to stop the engine.
7. Remove the ignition key from the start
switch.
8. Apply the "Maintenance in progress" tag
(see SAFETY PLATE in this Chapter). This
tag can be applied o the left-hand control
lever, safety lever or cab door.
9. Let the engine cool down.
- Do not leave the machine unattended if
servicing requires the engine running.
- If the machine is to be raised, place boom and
arm at an angle 90 to 110°. Lock machine
components which should be raised for
maintenance or repair using suitable supporting
means.
- Never work under a machine kept raised by the
boom.
- Inspect certain component regularly, repair or
replace as necessary. Refer to the Chapter
MAINTENANCE in this Manual.
- Keep all components in good condition and
properly install. Immediately repair any fault.
- Immediately repair any damage.Replace worn
or failed components. Remove grease, oil,
debris build-ups.
- Disconnect the negative cable (-) from the
battery before carry out any work on he
electrical sysem or arc-welding on he machine.
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WARN OTHERS OF SERVICE WORK
• Unexpected machine movement can cause

serious injury.
- Before performing any work on the machine,

attach a maintenance in progress tag (see also
SAFETY PLATES in this Chapter) . This tag can
be applied o the left-hand control lever, safety
lever or cab door.
SUPPORT MACHINE PROPERLY
• Never attempt to work on the machine without

securing the machine first.
- Always lower the attachment or tool to the

ground before working on the machine.
- If you must work on a lifted machine or
attachment, securely support the machine or
attachment.
- Do not support the machine on cinder blocks,
bollow tires, or props that may crumble under
continuous load.
- Do not work under a machine that is supported
solely by a jack.
STOP THE ENGINE PRIOR TO PERFORMING

MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
• DO NOT perform any maintenance operation with

the engine running. Trapping by moving parts
could cause serious injuries. Stop the engine and
wait that it cools-off prior to performing
maintenance operations.
In case it is indispensable to perform maintenance
operations with the engine running, have a person
co-operating with you sitting in the operator's seat,
to cut-off the engine immediately in case of
necessity.
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DISPOSE OF WASTE IN THE APPROPRIATE

MANNER
• Waste improperly disposed of represents a

danger for the envinronment. Potentially
dangerous waste used on the excavators
includes lubricants, fuel, coolant, brake fluid,
filters and batteries.
- Used sealed containers when discharging

fluids. Do not use containers for food or
beverages which may induce drinking.
- Do not spill waste over the ground, into drains,

or water beds.
- Obtain information about the correct methods to

recycle or dispose of waste from local
Authorities, collection centres or your Dealer.
WORK IN A CLEAN AREA
- Before starting an operation, clean the working

area.
Clear the area from all the objects that can be
dangerous for mechanics or people in the work-
ing area.
PROPERLY LIGHT THE WORKING AREA
• Properly and safely light the working area.

- Use safe portable lamps in order to work inside
and under the machine.
- Make sure that the lamp is shielded by a cage;
the incandescent filament of a lamp,
accidentally broken, can cause fuel or oil fire.
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KEEP CLEAN THE MACHINE
• Keep clean the engine compartment, radiator,

batteries, hydraulic pipes, fuel tank and operator's
position.
- The engine compartment temperature can
quickly rise, after stopping the engine. IN THESE
CASES, BE CAREFUL TO POSSIBLE FIRES.
Open the access doors in order to quicken the
engine cooling process and clean the
compartment.
• Remove all the traces of grease, oil and deposits,
in order to avoid people accidents or damages to
things.
- Do not spray water or steam in the cab.
PREVENT ACID SCALDS
• The sulphuric acid, contained in the battery, is

poisonous. It is strong enough to scald the skin,
corrode clothes and cause blindness, if it is
sprayed into the eyes.
To avoid dangers:
- Fill the batteries in airy areas.
- Wear eye protections and rubber gloves.
- Avoid breathing the electrolyte vapours when
topping up.
- Avoid spilling or dripping the electrolyte.
- Use proper emergency starting techniques.
If you are touched with acid sprays:
- Rinse your skin well with water.
- Put on your skin sodium bicarbonate or clay to
help the acid neutralization.
- Rinse your eyes with water for 10-15 minutes.
- Immediately see a doctor.
If you have swallowed the acid:
- Immediately see a doctor.
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STARTING THE ENGINE WITH BOOSTER

BATTERIES
• If the engine is to be started using booster

batteries, ensure to comply with all procedures
detailed in the chapter OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
- The operator should be sitting in the driver’s
seat to keep the machine under control when
the engine starts. Starting the engine with
booster batteries is a two man operation.
- Do not use batteries that have been stored in
the cold for a long time.
- Mistakes in following procedures detailed for
starting the engine with slave batteries may
cause the batteries to explode or machine to
move unexpectedly.
PREVENT BATTERY EXPLOSIONS
• Battery gas can explode.
- Keep sparks, lighted matches, and flames away

from the top of battery.
- Never check battery charge by placing a metal

object across the posts. Use a voltmeter or
hydrometer.
- Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode.

Warm battery to 16 °C.
• Battery electrolyte is poisonous. If the battery

should explode, battery electrolyte may be
splashed into eyes, possibly resulting in
blindness.
- Be sure to wear eye protection when checking

electrolyte specific gravity.
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PREVENT BURNS
Hot spraying fluids:
• After operation, engine coolant is hot and under

pressure. Hot water or steam is contained in the
engine, radiator and heater lines. Skin contact
with escaping hot water or steam can cause
severe burns.
- To prevent possible injury from hot spraying

water. Do not remove the radiator cap until the
engine is cool. When opening, turn the cap
slowly to the stop. Allow all pressure to be
released before removing the cap.
- The hydraulic oil tank is pressurized. Again, be

sure to release all pressure before removing the
cap.
Hot fluids and surfaces:
• Engine oil, reduction gear oil and hydraulic oil also

become hot during operation. The engine, hoses,
lines and other parts become hot as well.
- Wait for the oil and components to cool down

before starting any maintenance or inspection
work.
STORE ATTACHMENTS SAFELY
• Stored attachments such as buckets, hydraulic

breakers and blades can fall and cause serious
injury or death.
- Securely store attachments and implements to
prevent falling.
- Keep bystanders away from storage areas.
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AVOID HIGH-PRESSURE FLUIDS
• Fluids such as diesel fuel or hydraulic oil under

pressure can penetrate the skin or eyes causing
serious injury, blindness or death.
- Avoid this hazard by relieving pressure before

disconnecting hydraulic or other lines.
- Tighten all connections before applying

pressure.
- Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard; take

care to protect hands and body from high-
pressure fluids. Wear a face shield or goggles
for eye protection.
- In an accident occurs, see a doctor familiar with

this type of injury immediately. Any fluid injected
into the skin must be surgically removed within
a few hours or gangrene may result.
PREVENT PARTS FROM FLYING OFF
• Grease in the track adjuster is under high

pressure. Failure to follow the precautions below
may result in serious injury, blindness, or death.
- NEVER attempt to remove GREASE FITTING

or VALVE ASSEMBLY.
- As pieces may fly off, be sure to keep body and
face away from valve.
• Travel reduction gears are under pressure.
SP0047
- As pieces may fly off, be sure to keep body and
face away from air release plug to avoid injury.
Reduction gear oil is hot. Wait for gear oil to cool
down, then gradually loosen the air release plug
to release pressure.
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PROTECT AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS
• If flying debris hit eyes or any other part of the

body, serious injury may result.
- Guard against injury from flying pieces of metal

or debris; wear goggles or safety glasses.
- Keep bystanderds away from the working area
before striking any object.
HANDLE FLUIDS SAFELY - AVOID FIRES
• Handle fuel with care: it is highly flammable. If fuel

ignites, an explosion and/or a fire may occur,
possibly resulting in serious injuty or death.
- Do not refuel the machine while smoking or

when near open flame or sparks.
- Always stop the engine before refuelling the

machine.
- Fill the tank outdoors.
• All fuels, most lubrificants, and some antifreeze

fluids are flammable.
- Store flammable fluids well away from fire

hazards.
- Do not burn or puncture pressurized containers.
- Do not store oily rags; they can ignite and burn

spontaneously.
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PREVENT FIRES
• Check for Oil Leaks:
- Fuel, hydraulic oil and lubricant leaks can lead
to fires.
- Check for missing or loose clamps, kinked
hoses, lines or hoses that rub against each
other, damage to the oil-cooler, and loose oil-
cooler flange bolts which may cause oil leaks.
- Tighten, repair or replace any missing, loose or
damaged clamps, lines, hoses, oil-cooler and
oil-cooler flange bolts.
- Do not bend or strike high-pressure lines.
- Never install bent or damaged lines, pipes, or
hoses.
• Check for Shorts:
- Short circuits can cause fires.
- Clean and tighten all electrical connections.
- Check before each shift or after about ten (10)
hour operation for loose, kinked, hardened or
frayed electrical cables and wires.
- Check before each shift or after about ten (10)
hour operation for missing or damaged terminal
caps.
- DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE if cable or wires
are loose, kinked, etc..
• Clean up Flammables:
- Spilled fuel and lubricans, and trash, grease,
debris, accumulated coal dust, and other
flammables may cause fires.
- Prevent fires by inspecting and cleaning the
machine daily and by removing spilled or
accumulated flammables immediately.
• Check Key-start Switch:
- If a fire breaks out, failure to stop the engine will
escalate the fire, hampering fire fighting.
- Always check key-start switch function before
operating the machine every day:
1. Start the engine and run it at slow idle.
2. Turn the key-start switch to the OFF position
to confirm that the engine stops.
- If any abnormalities are found, be sure to repair
them before operating the machine.
• Check Heat Shields:
- Damaged or missing heat shields may lead to
fires.
- Damaged or missing heat shields must be
repaired or replaced before operating the
machine.
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EVACUATING IN CASE OF FIRE
• If a fire breaks out, evacuate the machine in the

following way:
- Stop the engine by turning the key-start switch

to the OFF position if there is time.
- Use a fire extinguisher if there is time.
- Exit the machine.
BEWARE OF EXHAUST FUMES
• Prevent asphyxiation. Engine exhaust fumes can

cause sickness or death.
- If you must operate in a building, be sure there

is adequate ventilation. Either use an exhaust
pipe extension to remove the exhaust fumes or
open doors and windows to bring enough
outside air into the area.
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USE APPROPRIATE TOOLS
• Use tools appropriate for the job to be performed.
- Inappropriate tools, parts and procedures might

generate dangerous conditions.
- Use tools of correct size to tighten or loosening

securing elements, in order to avoid injuries
caused by a wrench getting out of control.
- Do not use U.S. Standard or British Standard

tools on metric fasteners and vice versa.
• Use only genuine spare parts (please refer to the

Spare Parts Catalogue).
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AVOID HEATING NEAR PRESSURIZED

FLUID LINES
Flammable spray can be generated by heating near

pressurized fluid lines, resulting in severe burns to
yourself and bystanders.
Do not heat by welding, soldering, or using a torch
near pressurized fluid lines or other flammable
materials.
Pressurized lines can be accidentally cut when heat

goes beyond the immediate flame area. Install
temporary fire resistant guards to protect hoses or
other materials when welding, soldering, etc.
AVOID APPLYING HEAT TO LINES CON-

TAINING FLAMMABLE FLUIDS
- Do not weld or flame cut pipes or tubes that

contain flammable fluids.
- Clean them thoroughly with non-flammable
solvent before welding or flame cutting them.
REMOVE PAINT BEFORE WELDING OR

HEATING
• Hazardous fumes can be generated when paints

is heated by weiding, soldering, or using a torch. If
inhaled, these fumes may cause sickness.
- Avoid breathing potentially toxic fumes and
dust.
- Do all such work outside or in a well-ventilated
area.
- Dispose of paint and solvents properly.
- Remove paint before welding or heating:
1. If you sand or grind paint, avoid breathing
the dust. Wear an approved respirator.
2. If you use solvent or paint stripper, remove
stripper with soap and water before welding.
Remove solvent or paint stripper containers
and other flammable material from area.
Allow fumes to disperse at least 15 minutes
before welding or heating.
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WELDING REPAIR INTERVENTIONS
• Welding repair interventions must be performed

only by a certified welder with sufficient
experience. Also, appropriate safety rules must be
implemented by all the personnel involved in the
operations. The duration through time of the
welding depends upon the quality and the
accuracy with which the operation is performed.
- Identify first all the fracture points and the zones
in which welding is required.
- Clean accurately the zones involved.
- Remove all paint and inspect the parts with
penetrating liquid or a magnetic particle tester.
- Move the starter switch into position "OFF" and
wait for 4 seconds to cut-off electricity from the
system.
- Disconnect the negative terminal (-) from the
battery.
- Connect the ground cable of the welder at least
1 m from the component to be welded.
- Make sure that the ground cable is NOT
connected to a seal or bearing and that there
are noo seals or bearings between the ground
cable and the part to be welded.
- Avoid welding pieces at low temperature i. e.
below 16 °C. If necessary, warm-up the part
involved prior to welding it.
- Remove paints from all surfaces prior to
warming-up or welding. Painted surfaces, when
warmed-up or when welded, can generate toxic
fumes.
- Use appropriate masks or protective glasses.
- Wear gloves and adequate clothing to protect
the skin.
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SAFETY PLATES
Triple articulation version
1. Attachment operating range safety plate.

2. Track adjuster plate.
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3. Counterweight operating range safety plate. 9. Controls lock/unlock plate (safety lever).
4. Read-your-manual plate. 10. Hydraulic oil pressurised tank warning plate.
5. Boom and arm movement warning plate 11. Burns warning plate.
(Triple articulation version). 12. Safety distance plate.
6. Open windscreen warning plate 13. No-stepping warning plate.
(inside the cab).
14. Special equipment movement warning plate
7. Tag indicating maintenance in progress.
8. Engine hood warning plate.
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1 - Attachment operating range safety plate
Ensure that any person near the working site is

outside the machine operating range before
starting the machine or operating the
attachments. Sound the horn.
Background: yellow
Border and icons: black
2 - Track adjuster plate
It shows that obligation is made to consult the

Operation and Maintenance Instruction Manual
prior to acting on the track adjust valve.
Danger of severe injuries.
Background: yellow
3 - Counterweight operating range safety plate
Ensure that any person near the working site is

attachments. Sound the horn.
Background: yellow
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4 - Read-your-manual plate
It is positioned in the cab to recommend to

carefully read the Operation and Maintenance
Instruction Manual prior to starting, operating,
servicing, refuelling or carrying out any other
work on the machine.
Background: yellow
5 - Boom and arm movement warning plate

(triple articulation version)
It shows the danger represented by the bucket

hitting the cab.
Pay special attention as no stops are provided to
prevent this problem.
Background: yellow
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6 - Open windscreen warning plate

(inside the cab)
It indicates the risk of injuries deriving from the

windscreen not being locked or being
improperly locked in the open position.
Background: yellow
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7 - Tag indicating maintenance in progress
Maintenance staff is obliged to apply the tag that

indicates that the machine is not fully efficient
and warns about maintenance staff being
located in not visible positions. This tag should
be applied to the left-hand control lever, safety
lever or cab door.
Background: yellow
8 - Engine hood warning plate
It highlights the obligation to stop the engine

before opening engine hood.
Danger of severe injuries following the presence
of rotating parts such as fan, pulleys, and belts.
Background: yellow
9 - Controls lock/unlock plate (safety lever)
It shows the position that the safety lever can

assume when the engine is running.
When the operator is about to leave the cab with
the engine running, even if for a short time, he
must move the safety lever to the LOCK
position. Controls are disabled and therefore no
accidental machine or attachment movement is
possible.
Background: white
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10 - Hydraulic oil pressurised tank

warning plate
It indicates that the hydraulic oil is pressurised.

Consult the Operation and Maintenance
Instruction Manual. Prior to intervening on the
hydraulic oil tank, bleed the pressure by
actuating the appropriate bleeding button
located on the cap. The hydraulic oil, at
operating temperature, can cause burns in
case of contact with the skin.
Background: yellow
11 - Burns danger plate
It indicates that a burns danger exists, since

the zone is characterised by high temperature.
Background: yellow
12 - Safety distance plate
It instructs to keep at a safe distance from a

zone dangerous for personal safety.
Background: yellow
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13 - No-stepping warning plate
It instructs not to step on the zone where this

decal is attached.
Background: yellow
Cross: red
14 - Special equipment movement warning

plate
It shows the danger represented by the special
equipment hitting the cab.
Pay special attention as no stops are provided
to prevent this problem.
Background: yellow
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NOTES:
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2 - MACHINE FAMILIARIZATION
M0103
MACHINE FAMILIARIZATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR USING THE MACHINE
Read this Chapter carefully before starting, Before moving off or operating the attachments,
operating, servicing, refuelling or carrying out any ensure that nobody is within the machine operating
other work on the machine. range. Before getting on, walk all around the
machine to inspect it. Sound the horn.
This symbol is your safety alert sign. It
means: ATTENTION! BE ALERT! YOUR Keep people clear of the attachments when in the
SAFETY IS INVOLVED! raised position to prevent any possible personal
injury.
Read and observe all safety precautions headed by
the key words DANGER, WARNING AND Never operate the machine and its attachments
CAUTION. from any position other than from the driver’s seat.
Under all circumstances keep your head, body,
Do not rush on the machine. Use the grab rails and limbs, hands, and feet inside the operator’s
steps which should be kept clean at all times. Keep compartment to minimise the risk of exposure to
the operator’s platform clean and clear from foreign external dangers.
objects. Any tools or personal belongings not
necessary on the machine should be removed or Check the engine exhaust system for leaks.
firmly secured.
During night work, use all lights available. During the

This machine and its attachments should be day, check if any lamp is burned and replace it
operated exclusively by qualified operators sitting in immediately.
the driver’s seat.
Never leave the machine unattended with the

Your safety and safety of those working with you engine running.
depends on your care and wisdom in operating the
machine. It is necessary to be thoroughly
acquainted with the location and function of all Before leaving the driver’s seat and after ensuring
controls and with stability features of the unit before that nobody is near the machine, slowly lower the
operating it. attachment and rest it safely onto the ground.
Before starting the machine, adjust and lock the Bring auxiliary attachments, if any, to the closed
seat to obtain maximum riding comfort and control safety position. Move all controls to the neutral
accessibility. position. Move engine controls in the shutdown
position. More the safety lever to (LOCK) and
switch off the key-start switch.
At low external temperatures, it is necessary to carry
out the correct hydraulic oil warm up.
Never park the machine downhill without carefully
When the hydraulic oil is cold, the hydraulic
blocking it to prevent unexpected movement.
functions are slow. Do not operate the machine until
the hydraulic functions present standard cycles.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROLS
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
18
2
17
4
13 14
5
6
7
16
12
8
11
9
15
10
NH0001
1. Monitor
15. Hydraulic anti-theft
2. Right control level
16. Parking brake release switch
3. Starter switch
17. Left control level
4. Engine speed throttle
18. Safety lever
5. Work lights switch
19. Breaker/crusher pedal (triple articulation
6. Single/Double flow switch (upon request) version)
7. “Heavy Lift” switch (upon request) 20. Left foot rest
8. Load momentum switch (upon request) 21. Left pedal and travel lever
9. Cigarette lighter 22. Right pedal and travel lever
10. Glass breaker 23. Right foot rest
11. Climate controls panel 24. Breaker/crusher pedal (monobloc version)
12. Quick coupling switch (upon request) Arm cylinder pedal (triple articulation version)
13. Radio 25. Hourmeter
14. Cab work lights switch (upon request)
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SAFETY LEVER
WARNING
Before starting the engine, ensure that the safety
lever in the (LOCK) position (vertical).
WARNING
When the machine is parked or upon leaving it for
whatever reason, always ensure that the safety
lever in the (LOCK) position (vertical).
NH0002
Lock position
The safety lever (1) is used to disable travel and
swing controls and the attachment movements.
It has two positions:
• when in the (LOCK) position with the machine
stationary and the engine running or stopped, it
prevents the possibility of machine unexpected
movements if the control levers/pedals are
accidentally moved;
• when in the (UNLOCK) position, the safety lever
1
enables the operation of all controls. Therefore, to
control and operate the machine, the lever should
be moved to this position.
NH0003
Unlock position
STARTER SWITCH
The starter key is located on the right control panel

and has 4 positions:
"OFF": When the key is moved onto this position,

the engine is cut-off and the electric system is
deactivated after about 4 seconds.
"ACC": When the key is in position "ACC" the

cigarette lighter, the radio and the horn are
energised.
"ON": With the key in position "ON" the entire

system is energised. NH0004
"START": With the key in this position the starter

solenoid is energised to start the engine. Once the
engine is started, the key is released to return into
position "ON".
2-3
ENGINE SPEED THROTTLE
The engine speed throttle is used to increase or

decrease engine rpm.
Turn the throttle clockwise to increase engine rpm.
Turn the throttle anticlockwise to decrease engine
rpm.
NOTE: turn the engine speed throttle fully

anticlockwise (engine slow idle) before stopping the
engine.
NH0005
HOURMETER
The hourmeter located on the right side panel

records the hours of work performed by the
machine.
NOTE: the first digit of the hourmeter indicates the

tenths of hour (6 minutes).
NH0006
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MONITOR
11
9 6
3
7
4 5 10 8
NH0007
1. Coolant temperature indicator 7. Windshield washer button

2. Fuel level indicator 8. Wiper button
3. Screen change button 9. Buzzer cut-off button
4. Select button 10. Travel speed button
5. Auto Idle button 11. Display
6. Work mode button
2-5
Coolant temperature indicator
Indicator (1) shows the temperature reached by the

engine coolant.
The dial of the instrument located in the white zone

indicates a normal operating temperature.
The location of the dial on the red zone indicates an

excessive temperature of the engine coolant.
1
IMPORTANT: if the indicator dial is located in the

red zone, the display of the monitor shows the
relevant warning indicator and the buzzer sounds at
the same time. In this case, press the buzzer cut-off
button, stop temporarily the operations and bring
the engine at low idle. NH0008
In the event the overheating continues, cut-off the

engine, wait for a few minutes, then check the
coolant level.
Fuel level indicator
Indicator (2) shows the quantity of fuel present in the

tank.
In the event the quantity of fuel is insufficient, the
display on the monitor shows the relevant warning
indicator. In this case refuel the machine.
NH0009
2-6
Screen change button
With the starter key in position "ON" or the 11:39

engine running, each time the screen
change button (3), is pressed, the S
following information is showing on the display in
sequence:
500Hr
500Hr Remaining time prior to the next engine oil
ENGINE OIL
S
change.
ENGINE OIL
S
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S
500Hr Remaining time prior to the next fuel filter

replacement.
500Hr
FUEL FILTER
S
FUEL FILTER
1000Hr Remaining time prior to the next hydraulic S
HYD.FILTER
S
oil filter replacement.
5000Hr Remaining time prior to the next hydraulic 1000Hr

HYD. OIL
S
oil change.
HYD. FILTER
S 3
NOTE: if the screen change button is not pressed
during the maintenance screens, after about 30
seconds the main screen is automatically
appearing. 5000Hr
HYD. OIL
S
NH0010
Modification and reinstallation of the

maintenance interval
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To modify the maintenance intervals or to reinstall
the pre-established maintenance interval once zero S
hours (0) is reached, proceed as follows:
3
1. With starter key in position "ON" or the engine
running, press screen change button (3) and 150Hr
select the desired maintenance screen. ENGINE OIL
S
2. Press Select button (4) to enter the modified
mode. The hours are displayed with a black
4
background.
3. Modify the maintenance interval using
windshield washer button (5) and wiper button 150Hr
(6). ENGINE OIL
5
10 hours increment.
10 hours reduction.
150Hr 160Hr
ENGINE OIL ENGINE OIL
4. Memorise the maintenance interval by

pressing Select button (4).
6 500Hr
7
NOTE: to re-establish the maintenance interval ENGINE OIL
prescribed by the manufacturer, press buzzer cut- S
NH0011
off button (7).
2-7
Select button
Select button (4) provides the entry to the

modification displays of the following
parameters:
1. Automatic warm-up
2. Date and hour
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3. Display contrast S
4. Breaker/crusher flow rate
1- Automatic warm-up 4
The automatic warm-up function provides the

warming up of the engine and the hydraulic oil in
case of low ambient temperatures.
To activate or deactivate the automatic warm-up

NH0012
function, proceed as follows:
• Turn the starter key into position “ON”. The

display shows the main screen.
• Press “Select” button (4) to enter the main
modification menu.
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• Press “Select” button (4) to enter the automatic S
warm-up screen. The screen shows the current
state of the automatic warm-up function. 4
• Press “Select” button (4) again to enter the SWITCH STATUS
modification mode. The state of the function is CLOCK/CONTRAST
shown with a black background.
• Activate or deactivate the automatic pre-warming
function using windshield washer button (5) and
wiper button (6).
AUTO WARM-UP
OFF
Automatic warming-up ON
5 FEED
Automatic warming-up OFF
AUTO WARM-UP AUTO WARM-UP

• Confirm the selection by pressing “Select” button (4). OFF ON
OFF ON OFF ON
In case of very low ambient temperatures and
automatic warming-up function actuated, when the
engine is started the automatic warming- up is AUTO WARM-UP
performed as indicated by the relevant icon 6 ON
“WARM” on the display. At the end of the warming-
FEED
up, the buzzer sounds for about 5 seconds and icon
“WARM” disappears. NH0013
NOTE: the automatic warming-up is cut-off when

the control levers or the travel controls are actuated.
It is automatically re-activated once the control
levers and the travel controls return to neutral
position after about 10 seconds.
2-8
2- Date and hour

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To set the date and hour, proceed as follows: 4
6
S
display shows the main screen. SWITCH STATUS SWITCH STATUS
• Press “Select” button (4) to enter the main CLOCK/CONTRAST CLOCK/CONTRAST
modification menu.
• Press wiper button (6) and show CLOCK/
CONTRAST.
• Confirm the selection by pressing “Select” button
(4). The display shows the clock and contrast
setting screen.
ADJUST CLOCK
• Enter ADJUST CLOCK and confirm the selection ADJUST CONTRAST
by pressing “Select” button (4). The display shows
the adjust clock screen.
• Select the value of year, month, day, hour,
minutes to be modified using buttons Auto-Idle (7)
and travel speed (8).
5
• Modify the value selected using windshield
Y M D H M
washer button (5) and wiper button (6). 06 04 01 13 15
• Confirm the modifications by pressing Select
button (4). The display shows the main screen.
7 8 6
NH0014
3- Display contrast
To adjust the screen contrast, proceed as follows:

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• Turn the starter key into position “ON”. The 4
display shows the main screen. 6
S
• Press “Select” button (4) to enter the main
modification menu. SWITCH STATUS SWITCH STATUS
• Press wiper button (6) and show CLOCK/ CLOCK/CONTRAST CLOCK/CONTRAST
CONTRAST.
• Confirm the selection by pressing “Select” button
(4). The display shows the clock and contrast
setting screen.
• Press wiper button (6) and show ADJUST
CONTRAST.
ADJUST CLOCK ADJUDT CLOCK
• Confirm the selection by pressing button “Select” ADJUST CONTRAST ADJUST CONTRAST
(4). The display shows the contrast setting screen.
• Modify the contrast of the display using windshield
washer button (5) and wiper button (6).
• Confirm the modification by pressing “Select”
button (4). The display shows the main screen. 5
ADJUST CONTRAST
55555
6
NH0015
2-9
4- Breaker/crusher flow rate
Depending upon the type of breaker or crusher

mounted, it is possible to select one of the nine pre- 6
set flow rate/pressure settings.
FLOW RATE 150 min
L/
FLOW RATE 150 min
L/
PRESSURE 50 MPa PRESSURE 50 MPa
To select one of the nine settings, proceed as B A

follows:
4
display shows the main screen.
SET 1 SET 1
• Press work mode button (6) and select mode “B”
or mode “A”. The display shows the value of the
flow rate.
• Press “Select” button (4) to enter the selection
menu of the pre-set flow rate values.
SET 2 SET 2
• Select the setting using windshield washer button
(7) or wiper button (8).
• Confirm the setting by pressing “Select” button
(4). 7
8
SET 9 SET 9
NH0016
Auto-Idle button
With the engine running, press Auto-Idle

button (5) to bring the engine to the pre-set
6
automatic idle speed, providing a
reduction of the noise and fuel consumption. This
speed is achieved after about 5 seconds, providing
that no control levers are actuated. The activation of
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the Auto-Idle function is indicated on the monitor by
S
the relevant indicator light (6) coming ON.
NOTE: when a control lever is actuated or the Auto- 5

Idle function is deactivated, the engine speed
returns to the speed established by the position of
the engine speed throttle.
To deactivate the Auto-Idle function, press again

button (5). The relevant indicator light (6) goes OFF.
NH0017
2 - 10
Work mode button
Work mode button (6) provides the

selection of one of the four operational
modes of the machine as a function of the
S
work to be performed. By pressing repeatedly
button (6), the display on the monitor shows in
sequence icons "S", "H", "B" and "A". 11:39
NOTE: when starting the engine, work mode “S” is
H S
automatically selected.
Mode "S"
Select work mode “S” for standard work conditions.
B
Work mode “S” provides optimised conditions in
terms of performance/fuel consumption ratio.
Mode "H"
Select work mode “H” for heavy-duty work
conditions.
A 6
NH0018
Mode "B"
Select work mode “B” when using a hydraulic
breaker. The display on the monitor indicates the
flow and pressure values.
Mode "A"
Select work mode “A” when using a crusher. The
display on the monitor indicates the flow and
pressure values.
Windshield washer button
By pressing windshield washer button (7)

the washer is activated as long as it is
pressed. The wiper is automatically activated.
IMPORTANT: make sure that the windshield 11:39

washer liquid tank is filled prior to activating the
wiper. S
Windshield wiper button 7

By pressing wiper button (8) the front
wiper is activated. It is possible to select
two operating modes, indicated on the
display of the monitor by the relevant icons:
8
Intermittent. Press button (8) once.
NH0019
Continuous. Press button (8) twice.
To deactivate the wiper, press button (8) until the

icon on the monitor disappears.
2 - 11
Buzzer cut-off button
Buzzer cut-off button (9) cuts off the

warning sound signal in case of
malfunctions, indicated on the display of the monitor
by the relevant icon.
The table here below indicates the warning icons
coupled with the buzzer sound.
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S
NOTE: in case multiple malfunctions occur at the 9
same time, the icons are shown in a priority and
level order.
NH0020
Buzzer characteristics
Priority Level Icon Description
Auto Manual Engine
Type Key ON
Stop Stop running
1 CPU No data sent by the controller - { 3 { {
1 Swing brake disengaged

{ { 2 { {
(5 sec.)
A
1 Overload alarm - { 2 - {
1 Engine oil low pressure

{ - 1 { -
(5 sec.)
1 Wrong work mode - { 2 - {
2
Automatic warming-up { - 2 - {
completed (5 sec.)
3 Engine oil low pressure - { 2 - {
Excessive engine coolant

3
temperature
- { 3 { {
B
3 Engine coolant low level - { 3 { {
Presence of water in the fuel

3
pre-filter
- { 3 { {
3 Clogged air filter - { 3 { {
Pre-heating failure - { 2 { {
2 - 12
Travel speed button
WARNING
Avoid shifting to fast speed when travelling downhill 11
or during the loading/unloading phase on a trailer: it
could cause a dangerous situation.
11:39
By pressing travel speed button (10) it is possible to
select two travel speeds: S
SLOW: select the slow travel speed when 10

the machine operates on rough or soft
ground, on slopes or tight spaces or when a high
traction capacity is required.
FAST: select the fast travel speed when the

machine operates on hard and flat ground.
The travel speed selected is indicated on the display NH0021
of the monitor by the relevant icon (11).
NOTE: every time the engine is started, the travel

speed is automatically set on “SLOW”.
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Warning icons
The table here below lists all the warning icons in
sequence by priority and level.
1-Icons (priority A)
Icon Level Description Solution

CPU icon: this icon appears when the Contact the dealer.
CPU 1 controller sends no data.
Swing brake disengaged icon: this Put the machine in safe conditions
icon appears when the parking brake and contact the dealer.
1 release switch is moved into position
“RELEASE LOCK”.
Overload alarm icon: this icon Reduce the load of the attachment.
appears when the load momentum
1 function is activated and a load value
exceeding the prescribed limits is
monitored.
Engine cut-off icon: this icon appears Contact the dealer.
a few seconds after the engine oil low
1 pressure icon. The engine is
automatically cut-off.
2-Icons (priority B)

Wrong work mode icon: this icon Select the correct work mode.
appears when the work mode
1
selected results inadequate with
respect to the attachment mounted.
Power Boost icon: this icon appears
when pressing the "power boost"
2 button located on the right control -
lever.
WARM icon: this icon appears when Wait for the icon to go OFF prior to
2 the machine is in automatic warming starting work operations.
up phase.
Engine oil low pressure icon: this icon Contact the dealer.
appears when the engine oil pressure
2 results lower than the prescribed
values or there is a malfunction in the
engine pressure switch line.
Heavy Lift icon: this icon appears

2 when the Heavy Lift switch is pressed -
to activate the relevant function.
Engine coolant temperature icon: this Reduce the engine speed to low
icon appears in case of excessive idle and stop operating until the
3 temperature of the engine coolant. temperature of the coolant drops to
normal operating values.
2 - 14

Engine coolant level icon: this icon Stop the engine, wait for the
appears when the level of the engine machine to cool off and top up the
3
coolant is insufficient. engine coolant level.
Presence of water in the fuel pre-filter Purge the water from the fuel pre-
icon: this icon appears when there is filter.
3
a significant quantity of water in the
fuel pre-filter.
Pre-heating failure icon: this icon Stop immediately the engine and
3 appears when a problem occurs in contact the dealer.
the pre-heating system.
Engine air filter icon: this icon Stop the engine and clean or
appears when the elements of the air replace the elements of the air filter.
3
filter are too dirty to provide an
adequate supply of air to the engine.
Error codes icon: the error codes Contact the dealer.
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appear when the controller monitors
B013 malfunctions relative to solenoid
S valves, pressure switches etc.
Battery recharge icon: this icon Check the fuse and the battery
4 appears when the battery recharge recharge circuit.
system does not operate properly.
Fuel level icon: this icon appears Stop the engine and top up the fuel
4 when the fuel level in the tank is level.
insufficient.
Engine oil level icon: this icon Stop the engine, wait for the
4 appears when the engine oil level is machine to cool off and top up the
insufficient. engine oil level.
Engine pre-heating icon: this icon Wait for the icon to go OFF prior to
appears when the starter key is starting the engine.
moved into position "ON" and the
5 controller monitors that the ambient
temperature is such that the engine
pre-heating is required.
Engine oil change icon: this icon Change the engine oil.
appears every 500 hours of operation
5
of the machine to remind the operator
the periodic oil change.
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LOCATION OF THE SWITCHES
6
1
2
3
NH0022
1. Work lights switch 5. “Quick coupling” switch (upon request)

2. Single/double flow switch (upon request) 6. Cab work lights switch (upon request)
3. “Heavy Lift” switch (upon request) 7. Parking brake release switch
4. Load momentum switch (upon request) 8. Hydraulic anti theft (upon request)
2 - 16
Work lights switch
The work lights switch controls the activation of the

lights located on the boom and turret.
The switch has the following positions:
Position OFF (side without symbol pressed) Both

lights are inactive.
Position ON (side with symbol pressed) Position for

the activation of both lights.
NH0023
Single/double flow switch (upon request)
The single/double flow switch selects the single or

double flow on the breaker/crusher circuit,
depending upon the type of attachment mounted.
Double flow position: press the button into this

position when using an attachment requiring a flow
higher than the one provided by a single pump (ex.
crusher).
Single flow position: press the button into this

position when using a breaker or for normal digging
operations. NH0024
“Heavy Lift” switch (upon request)
The installation of the "Heavy Lift" switch is subject

to the “suspended load handling” variant (see page
3-36).
The "Heavy Lift" switch actuates a device optimising
the performance of the excavator during lifting
operations.
Position OFF (side without symbol pressed):

function deactivated.
Position ON (side with symbol pressed): "Heavy Lift"

function activated.
NH0025
2 - 17
Load momentum switch (upon request)
The installation of the load momentum switch is

subject to the “suspended load handling” variant.
(see page 3-36).
The load momentum switch activates the warning
sound alarm in case the load safety limit is reached.
Position OFF (side without symbol pressed):

function deactivated.
Position ON (side with symbol pressed): "Load

NH0026
momentum" function activated.
“Quick coupling” switch (upon request)
The “quick coupling” switch actuates the hydraulic

quick coupling installation device.
NOTE: to perform the procedures for the quick

coupling, please refer to the relevant manual.
Keep the switch pressed on the left side until the

installation device is fully closed.
Keep the switch pressed on the right side until the

installation device is fully open.
NH0027
Cab work lights switch (upon request)
The cab work lights switch activates the work lights

located on the top of the cab.
Position OFF (side without symbol pressed): the

three lights are inactive.
Position ON (side with symbol pressed): the three

lights are ON.
NH0028
2 - 18
Parking brake release switch
WARNING
The release operation of the swing parking brake
must be done exclusively following a malfunction of 2
the brake release system.
Switch (1) releases the swing parking brake, in case

it does not occur normally during the swing and arm
retracting operations. To release the parking brake,
operate as follows:
Remove panel (2) from its seat.
Release the parking brake moving switch (1) into 1

"RELEASE LOCK" position. The monitor shows the
relevant icon (3) and the alarm buzzer is activated.
RELEASE
LOCK
Thus, it is possible to swing the turret by actuating
the relevant control lever. Then, contact the dealer.
NORMAL
WARNING
Never operate with the swing parking brake released.
This mode must be used only to move the machine
into safe conditions. 3
NH0029
Hydraulic anti theft (upon request)
The hydraulic anti theft neutralises all the controls, 2

preventing any movement of the machine.
To deactivate the hydraulic anti theft proceed as
follows:
• Remove panel (2) from its seat.

• Insert key (4) and turn it clockwise 90°.
NOTE: when the hydraulic anti theft is inactive, it is

not possible to extract key (4).
NH0153
2 - 19
CONTROL LEVERS
NOTE: the following descriptions concerning use of

the controls are to be intended with the travel motors
at the rear relative to the travel direction. The words
right, left, front, back, clockwise, and anticlockwise
are to be referred to the Operator’s position properly
A B
sitting in the driver’s seat.
CAUTION
Prior to any digging operation, get acquainted with
location and function of each control lever as
detailed below.
NH0154
DANGER
It is forbidden to expose limbs or any part of the
body outside the cab windows during work: Danger
of severe injuries and even death.
NOTE: the machine is fitted with a plate showing all

functions of control levers and pedals.
Main controls
A - Left control lever

1. Swing Right
2. Swing Left
NH0155
3. Arm Roll-Out
4. Arm Roll-In
B - Right control lever

5. Boom Lower
6. Boom Raise
7. Bucket Roll-In
8. Bucket Roll-Out
When a control lever is released, it returns

automatically to the neutral position and the
associated work function stops.
NH0156
2 - 20
HORN
The horn control button is located on top of the left-

hand lever handle. Press to sound.
NH0157
POWER BOOST
The power boost button, located on the top of the

right-hand lever handle, is used to provide a
boosting of the power, thus to reach maximum force
in digging operations.
NOTE: the power boost control is effective during

the arm retraction, bucket filling and boom raising
operations.
NH0158
2 - 21
TRAVEL CONTROL PEDALS
WARNING
Standard use, provides for the travel controls at the
front and travel motors at the back. Should travel
motors be positioned at the front with regard to the
actual travel direction, remind that controls are (b)
reversed.
Always check travel motor position before moving (N)
off.
(a)
(d)
NOTE: the words right, left, front, back, clockwise,
and anticlockwise are to be referred of the operator (N)
position properly sitting in the driver’s seat.
(b)
(c)
(a)
(b)
Machine movements
(a)
(b)
(d)
N- Neutral.
(b)
(c)
(a)+(b) - Tracks move forward.
(c)+(d) - Tracks move backward.
(b)+(c) - Opposite simultaneous rotation of the
tracks with consequent anticlockwise
(leftwise) rotation of the machine around
its centre axis.
(a)+(d) - Opposite simultaneous rotation of the
NH0159
tracks with consequent clockwise
(rightwise) rotation of the machine around
its centre axis.
(a),(b),(c),(d) - Positions to move one track only;
consequently the machine steers
pivoting on the stationary track.
NOTE: it is possible to move the pedals shown, and

consequently move the machine as desired, by
moving the corresponding levers.
MACHINE CONTROLS PLATE (located in the cab)
Monobloc version Triple atriculation version
NH0160
2 - 22
CIGARETTE LIGHTER
To use the cigarette lighter press button (1). After

about 30 seconds the button returns automatically
in its initial position and the cigarette lighter is ready
to be used.
IMPORTANT: in case the cigarette lighter does not

return into its initial position, remove it and contact
the dealer.
NOTE: the seat of the cigarette lighter can be used

as a power socket for devices operating at 24 V.
1
NH0161
12 V SOCKET
A 12-V socket (2) is located on the right side of the

rear panel.
The socket can be used to power small appliances
(food warmer, portable refrigerator, cellular phones,
etc.).
IMPORTANT: do not connect to the socket

appliances with power exceeding 60 W.
2
NH0162
INTERNAL CEILING LIGHT
Actuate the relevant switch (3) located on the

transparent side. Switch (3) can have three
positions:
3
- Downward: light OFF;

- Central position: the light comes ON when opening
the door and goes OFF when closing it.
- Upward: light permanently ON.
NH0163
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RADIO
1 7 6 4
3 9 5 8 5
NH0164
1. Button ON/OFF – activation-deactivation of 5. Button, station search.

the radio and MUTE function 6. Button, pre-selection.
2. Button, volume setting. 7. Button, SOUND.
3. Button, volume setting. 8. Button, AST.
4. Button, BAND: selection of frequency bands
IMPORTANT: pay special care to prevent spilling

liquids in the zones marked by decal (A). Also, avoid
using detergent liquids or steam to clean the same
zones, never use alcohol or alcohol based products.
Activation-deactivation of the radio and volume

setting
To activate the radio press button ON/OFF (1).
A
The setting of the volume is obtained by pressing
the relevant buttons (2) and (3).
- button (2): volume increment

- button (3): volume decrement
1 2
NOTE: it is possible to zero the volume by pressing

shortly button ON/OFF (1). The display shows
“MUTE”. To return to the pre-set volume, press
again button ON/OFF (1).
To cut-off the radio keep button ON/OFF (1)

pressed.
3
NH0165
2 - 24
Bands frequencies selection
To select the desired band frequency, press button

BAND (4). The display shows the band chosen.
4
Automatic station search
To search automatically the stations, press on of

buttons (5). The radio display shows “SEARCH”. At
the end of the search, the radio sets automatically
on the next station that can be received.
Manual station search

5
To search manually the stations, proceed as NH0166
follows:
• Keep one of the search buttons (5) pressed for

more than 2 seconds.
• Then, select the desired station by pressing one of
buttons (5).
NOTE: the radio returns automatically to the

automatic search mode after about 5 seconds
making a sound signal.
Memorising the stations
It is possible to memorise five stations by band using

pre-selection buttons (6).
To memorise the stations, proceed as follows: 6 4
• Select the frequency band using button BAND (4).

• Tune the desired station.
• Keep one of the pre-selection buttons (6) on which
the radio station is to be memorised pressed for at
least 2 seconds the sound signal indicates that the
station has been memorised.
Recall of the memorised station

NH0167
To recall one of the stations memorised, proceed as

follows:
• Select the frequency band using button BAND (4).

• Press one of the pre-selection buttons (6)
corresponding to the station desired.
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Sound style selection
Button “SOUND” (7) provides the selection of the

following pre-defined sound styles: BASS-TRE,
FLAT, JAZZ, VOCAL, POP, CLASSIC, ROCK. 7 2
For the selection, proceed as follows:

- Press button “SOUND” (7).
- Select one of the pre-defined sound styles using
volume setting buttons (2) or (3). The display
shows the sound style selected.
Sound styles setting modification 3
To modify the sound style setting, proceed as

NH0168
follows:
- Press button “SOUND” (7) and select one of the
pre-selected sound styles using volume buttons
(2) o (3).
- Press button “SOUND” (7) and select in sequence
one of the parameters to be modified: BASS,
TREBLE, BALANCE, FADER, LOUD.
- Modify the value of the parameters using volume
setting buttons (2) or (3).
Automatic memorisation of stations

(Autostore)
Using the function “Autostore” it is possible to

memorise automatically five stations on the band
FM AST and five stations MW.
To memorise automatically the stations, press
button AST (8). The display shows “SEARCH”. The
signal indicates that the memorisation is over.
NOTE: when making the automatic memorisation

all the station previously memorised are cancelled.
Reception of road traffic messages

9 8
To receive messages relative to road traffic, press NH0169
button “TA” (9). The priority function for road traffic
messages is activated, once the display shows
“TA”.
NOTE: when the station tuned does not provide the

reception of road traffic messages, the display
shows “NO TA” and the radio is automatically tuned
on the next station providing such function.
To deactivate the function, press again button "TA"

(9).
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CLIMATE CONDITIONER SYSTEM
6 5 9 2 8
7 4 3 1
NH0170
1. "ON/OFF" button 6. Air recirculation button

2. Automatic control button 7. Defrost button
3. Fan speed regulation button 8. Air conditioner control button
4. Temperature setting button 9. Display
5. Air distribution selection button
Operation instructions
NOTE: prior to activating the air conditioner, close IMPORTANT: pay special attention to prevent the
the cab door and the windows to obtain a better spillage of liquids in the zone marked by decal (A).
performance. Also, avoid using detergent liquids or steam to clean
the same zones. Never use alcohol or alcohol based
products.
To start the climate conditioner system, press the
ON/OFF button (1).
The functions of the climate conditioner can be

manually set, by actuating the function buttons, or
automatically using button "AUTO" (2).
To operate the climate conditioner system in
A
automatic mode, proceed as follows:
• Press button "AUTO" (2). The display shows the

wording "AUTO". In this mode, the ventilation and
the air distribution are automatically regulated. 2
• Set the desired temperature (the temperature range
is a 18 °C through 32 °C - 64 F° through 90 °F)
using buttons (3). Thus the system gradually
changes the temperature until the set value is
reached.
NOTE: during the operation in automatic mode, it is

possible to change the ventilation speed and the
distribution of the air. In this manner the "AUTO" 3 1
NH0171
function is deactivated until the relevant button is
pressed again.
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Fan speed regulation buttons
NOTE: if the fan speed setting buttons (3) are

actuated while the climate conditioner is in "AUTO",
mode, this is switched OFF.
Buttons (3) provide the regulation of the quantity of

air flowing from the ducts.
The quantity of air flowing out the ducts is indicated
by the display as follows:
3
NH0172
LOW MEDIUM HIGH MAX
Temperature setting buttons
Buttons (4) provide the setting of the desired

temperature in the cab.
The range of the temperatures that can be selected
is 18 °C (64 °F) through 32 °C (90 °F). When buttons
(4) are pressed, it is possible to increase/decrease
the temperatures by 0.5 °C (0.9 °F) steps.
NOTE: when temperature setting buttons (4) are

pressed simultaneously it is possible to switch the
reading of the temperature on the display from °C to
°F and viceversa. 4
NH0173
Air distribution selection buttons
Button (5) provides the manual choice of one of the

4 air distribution positions in the cab.
The air distribution is indicated on the display as 5
follows:
air output from the ducts located behind

the operator's seat.
air output from the ducts located behind

the operator's seat and the lower zone of
the seat.
air output from the duct located in the lower

zone of the seat. NH0174
air output from the duct located under the

control monitor.
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Air re-circulation button
Button (6) provides the setting of the re-circulation of

the air inside the cab or the inlet of air from the
outside. 6
NH0175
Defrosting button
NOTE: if defrosting button (7) is actuated while the

climate system is in "AUTO" mode, this is de-
activated.
When pressing button (7) air flows out the vent

located under the seat and form the two vents
located under the monitor, thus defrosting the
windshield.
NH0176
Air conditioner activation button
To activate the air conditioner, press button (8).
NH0177
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CAB
DOOR
NOTE: the key supplied is used for starting and for

the following:
- opening/closing cabdoor;
opening/closing of radiator compartment panel;
opening/closing the hydraulic pump compartment
cover;
opening/closing the tool compartment;
opening/closing the fuel tank plug;
opening/closing engine hood.
Opening the door from the outside

If unlocked, pull the opening lever (1) outwards.
Closing the door from the outside

Close the door and turn the key in the lock (2).
1
NH0178
Opening the door from the inside

Pull the opening lever (3).
3
NH0179
Releasing the door from the inside
NOTE: to keep the door wide open during machine 3

operation, open it until it securely locks into the latch
on the cab side.
Release the door using the lever (3).
NH0180
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FRONT WINDSCREENS AND WINDOWS
Sliding the front windscreen open/closed

To open the front windshield, proceed as follows:
• Move lever (1) of the locking device downward.

• Using handles (2), slide the windshield in the
relevant guides made on the cab frame to stroke-
end.
CAUTION
Always make sure that the windshield is locked. 1
Also, once the windshield is locked, device is 2
actuated, deactivating the wiper control.
NH0181
To close the front windshield, proceed as follows:
• Unlock the windshield moving lever (1) upward.

• Lift slightly the windshield and slide it using
handles (2) along the guides made on the cab
frame to stroke-end.
Removing/repositioning the front and rear

windshields
NOTE: to remove the lower windshield it is

necessary to open the front windshield.
Slide the lower windshield upward and remove it,

ensuring that it is stored in the appropriate
compartment over the rear panels.
NH0182
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Opening/closing the side windows
Use lever (1) to pivot the side window open or

closed.
NH0183
Opening/closing the door window
Release the locks (1) and slide the window pane

open.
Close the window pane by moving it back to its 1
previous position until the locks (1) automatically
engage in their seats.
NH0184
Opening/closing roof window

1
Release the side lock pins (1) and push the roof
window upwards using the handle (2) until the
dampers are completely extended.
NOTE: in case of need, the roof window can be

used as an emergency exit.
To close, hold the handle (2) and pull it down. NH0185

Ensure of proper automatic engagement of the lock
pins (1).
NH0186
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EMERGENCY EXIT
If the cab door cannot be opened (due to an

accident occured while working), recommended
escape routes are the following:
1
• by opening the front sliding windscreen;

• by opening the roof window.
Should opening of the front sliding windscreen or

roof window be impossible, a hammer (1) is
provided to shatter the front or rear window.
NH0187
CAUTION
Always wear safety gloves and glasses prior to
shattering the window pane, if necessary. Danger of
bodily injuries.
WINDSCREEN WIPER
Blade replacement
Replace the windscreen wiper blade as follows:
• pull the wiping arm outwards;
• rotate the blade until it is square to the wiping arm
(90° angle);
• press the support tang and remove the blade to be
replaced.
NH0188
WINDSCREEN WASHER
Cleaning the spraying holes

If the spraying pattern is not satisfactory, clean the
spraying holes using a needle.
IMPORTANT: do not hold down the windscreen

washer control button longer than 20 seconds. Do
not press the button if there no detergent in the
tank. Damage to the windscreen washer motor may
ensue. Check detergent level in the tank and top up
as necessary.
NH0189
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OPERATOR'S COMPARTMENT
ADJUSTING THE SEAT
Prior to setting the machine in motion, adjust and

lock the seat in the correct position to guarantee
maximum driving comfort and maximum control
accessibility.
Seat adjustment to operator's weight

Seat suspension is adjusted by turning the knurled
knob (1). Set the scale according to the Operator’s 6
weight for optimum ride comfort.
Longitudinal adjustment
It is possible to obtain a double longitudinal
adjustment (for and back):
• by actuating lever (2) the distance of the seat from 5 1 4
the control levers is adjusted;
• by actuating lever (3) the distance of the seat + the
control levers is adjusted with respect to the pedals.
2
Seat tilt and height adjustment

Move the lever (4) and adjust seat angle and height
for maximum comfort by moving your body back and
forth. Release the lever to lock the seat.
3
Backrest adjustment
The backrest inclination relative to seat cushion is
NH0190
adjusted by moving the lever (5).
Armrest adjustment
The armrest angle relative to the backrest is
adjusted by turning the armrest controls (6) (one per
armrest).
Headrest
The headrest can be adjusted in height and can be
moved at an angle.
Lift the headrest upwards to remove.
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HEATED SEAT (PNEUMATIC TYPE)
To obtain the seat heating activation perform the

following procedure:
- move starter switch to ON position;

- press switch (1) located in the rear side of the
backrest of the seat, moving it from position (0) to
position (I).
1
IMPORTANT: in order to preserve the charging of

the batteries, it is recommended that the seat heater
is activated, if possible, with the engine in operation.
The heating electrical circuit is controlled by a

thermostat, keeping the temperature of the seat 2
constant.
For the pneumatic heated seat adjustment refer to

the adjusting seat procedure, except for the seat
adjustment to operator's weight.
In this pneumatic heated seat, the seat suspension
is adjusted by pressing the central knob (2).
- move starter switch to ON position.

- push the knob (2) to increase the seat pneumatic
damper.
- pull the knob (2) to decrease the seat pneumatic NH0191
damper.
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SEAT BELT
CAUTION
Prior to operating the machine, it is necessary:
• to check the belt, the hooking buckle and the 1 2
relevant securing points;
• to check that the band is not twisted;
• always fasten the seat safety belt;
• in the event the belt is damaged or frayed, please
contact your Dealer for a replacement.
Fasten the safety belt as follows:
• insert the retaining tang (1) into the buckle (2); NH0192
• check the belt is positively buckled and adjust belt

length around your body.
CAUTION
The seat belt is correctly adjusted when it perfectly
adheres to the pelvis.
Unfasten the seat belt as follows:
• press the button (3) on the buckle (2); NH0193
• slide out the tang (1).
1 2
WARNING
Always fasten the seat safety belt. Operating the
machine without fastening the seat belt increases
the risk of serious injuries or death in case of
accidental collisions. After an accident of some
importance, replace the safety belt, even if it does
not appear damaged. To perform this operation,
please contact your Dealer. 3
NH0194
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3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
M0103
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Keep the attachment down or in any case in a Working on slopes is dangerous.
suitable position to guarantee maximum visibility Do not travel with a full bucket or a load from uphill
and control of the machine. downhill. Do not work with the bucket turned to the
Do not swing the upperstructure, raise the load or uphill side.
brake abruptly if not justified. This may cause We recommend to work on slopes with the bucket
accidents. downhill, after checking machine stability with the
Working near electric lines can be very dangerous, bucket empty and attachment retracted, by slowly
therefore some special precautions must be swinging the upperstructure by 360°.
observed. By "work near electric lines" we mean Keep the machine sufficiently far from the digging
when the attachment or load raised by the machine border.
(in any position) may reach the minimum safety Never dig under the machine.
distance according to local or international Safety Never use the bucket or attachment to lift persons or
Regulations. carry riders on the machine.
To work without risks, keep maximum possible Prior to beginning the work near gas distribution
distance from electric lines and never traspass mains or other public utilities (water ducts, sewers,
minimum safety distance. telephone and/or telematic lines, etc.), always
The Electric Power Company, if previously advised contact the nearest branch of the Distributing
and involved in the work, as well as machine Company.
Operator, Owner and/or any natural person or legal When working in or near pits, in ditches or near
entity being responsible at the time by contract or gullies, very high rocky or supporting walls check
law, are liable for the adoption of all necessary that the walls are sufficiently propped up according
precautions. to safety regulations in force, in order to avoid cave-
Contact the Electric Power Company owner of the in hazards.
line or its nearest branch before starting the work by Pay the utmost attention when working near
looking up their address and number in the overhang walls.
telephone directory. When digging, there is the risk of cave-ins and
Define which precautions should be taken to landslides.
guarantee work safety together with the Electric Always check ground conditions and conditions of
Power Company representative. the material to be removed. Support everywhere it is
Decrease work speed. Reaction time could be too required to prevent possible cave-ins or landslides
slow and distance evaluation wrong. when:
Warn all ground personnel to keep clear of the • digging near previous trenches filled with
machine and its load at all times. materials;
If the load has to be guided down for laying, ask the • digging in bad ground conditions;
Power Company which precautions should be
• digging trenches subject to vibration from
taken.
railroads, working machines, city or highway
Appoint a person in charge of signalling duties.
traffic.
This person will have the responsibility of observing
the machine, any part of it and/or the load Always appoint a person in charge of signalling
approaching the electric line from a standpoint more when Operator visibility in the working area is
favourable than the Operator's. This signal-man limited.
must be in direct communication with the Operator Keep all people clear of the attachment (auxiliary
and the Operator must pay undivided attention to equipment) when raised to prevent possible injuries.
the signals supplied. Only highly experienced personnel should be
Ensure that local and/or national Safety Regulations allowed to work on difficult virgin soil.
concerning work near electric lines are duly
observed.
Working near overhead or underground electric
lines involves the danger of severe injuries and even
death.
All electric lines should be considered as operating
live lines even though it might be well known that the
line is question is out of work and visibly connected
to the ground.
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HOOD AND ACCESS COVERS
WARNING
Do not keep the hood and access doors open when
the machine is placed on a gradient or when a wind
is blowing. The hook and the door could close
accidentally, causing injuries.
When the hood or access doors are open, take
extreme care not to be caught with the fingers between
the base of the machine and the hood or the doors.
Secure the engine hood in open position
Loosen the two hood locking devices.

Lift the hood using the appropriate handle located
on the hood itself, until the locking device (1)
engages, with a click, into its locking seat.
In this manner, the hood is locked in open position.
Secure the access doors in open position

Open each access door and engage the end of road
(2) into hole (3) to lock the door in open position.
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EXTERNAL VISUAL INSPECTION
If proper corrective action is taken as soon as the

problem is first suspected, machine maintenance
costs and down-times may be consistently reduced.
Therefore, we recommend to visually inspect from the
outside the components indicated in the figure each
day, before starting the work or at the end of the work-
ing day, to assess their condition.
WARNING
Leakages or spills of fuel or oil in hot areas around
the engine, the exhaust silencer or the batteries can
cause a fire on the machine. Inspect carefully such
areas and, in case of abnormal situations, carry out
immediately the repairs or contact the Dealer.
Oil leakage from the hydraulic system

dirt build-up on the hydraulic cylinders and leaks
Integrity and correct

position of the rear mirrors Correct operation of monitor
Integrity of safety belt

Attachment conditions and relevant anchor points
Dirt build-up in air filter Loose bolts, nuts, and/or straps;

intake worn or damaged parts
Oil leaks from track rollers Oil, water or fuel leaks

and tensioners from the engine
Track shoe retaining hardware

and track condition in general Loose electrical connections
Dirt and/or mud build-up on

the track rollers Dirt build-up in the radiator grid
Oil leaks from final drives Chain tension, grease leaking

and/or driving wheels from the track tensioner
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INSPECTIONS PRIOR TO STARTING THE ENGINE
ITEM TO BE CHECKED Replace Lubricate Clean Check
Engine oil
Engine cooling system
Hydraulic system oil
Fuel tank
Windscreen washer tank
Fuel pre-filter
Adjusting the operator's seat
Adjusting the rear mirrors
ENGINE OIL
Visual inspection and topping-up
DANGER
Do not run machine engine in confined spaces
without proper ventilation and/or suitable system
capable to remove harmful exhaust gases.
WARNING
Always ensure that the engine hood, once in the
open position, is securely locked by means of the
locking rod: danger of personal injury.
CAUTION
You are reminded that the engine and the oil can
reach high operating temperatures, thus it is
essential, while performing this operation with
engine still hot, to wear safety clothing and devices
to prevent burns.
IMPORTANT:
- prior to checking the engine oil level, check that
the machine is positioned on a flat surface;
- always check the engine oil level prior to starting
the engine;
- if the engine oil level check is done at the end of
the work shift, wait at least 30 minutes from the
cutting-off of the engine before proceeding with
the check.
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• Open the engine hood and lock it in open position,

as described in paragraph "HOOD AND ACCESS
COVERS".
• Pull-out dipstick (1), clean it with a dry rag and
reinsert it into its seat; pull it out again and check
the level. This level shall be included between the
marks MIN and MAX located at the end of the
dipstick.
NOTE: insert the dipstick slowly into its seat, so as

to avoid that the pressure alters the level check.
• In the event a low engine oil level is measured,

remove plug (2) and top-up the oil level, through
the filler neck.
• If the level exceeds the mark MAX on the dipstick,
drain the part of oil in excess through draining plug
(3).
• Close the engine hood and lock it using the two
catches.
IMPORTANT: do not add oil with different

characteristics from the oil already in the engine
(see the FILLING CHART at the end of chapter
"MAINTENANCE").
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ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

Visual inspection of engine coolant level and
topping-up
WARNING
- Do not remove the radiator cap unless it is
necessary.
Check the engine coolant level with the engine
cold, before starting working.
- Never remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot: danger of burns.
Wait for the engine to cool off prior to
removing the radiator cap.
• Open t he radiator and air cleaner compartment

panels and lock them in open position.
• The coolant level must be checked with cold

engine and it must be between the FULL and
LOW reference marks visible on expansion
reservoir (1).
• In case the level is insufficient, remove cap (2) and

top-up the level, through the filler neck, until it
reaches the FULL mark.
• Re-install cap (2) and close the doors.
IMPORTANT: when topping up, keep the water and

antifreeze percentage existing in the system. Use
clean water and free from chlorinated compounds
whenever possible (see the FILLING CHART at the
end of chapter "MAINTENANCE").
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL

Visual inspection and topping up
CAUTION
During work components and lines composing the
hydraulic system can reach high temperatures. Shut
off the machine and let it cool down before starting
any inspection or maintenance: danger of burns.
• Make sure that the machine is positioned on a flat

surface and the attachment is resting on the
ground, as indicated in the figure.
• Open the hydraulic pump compartment door, then
check the oil level on visual indicator (1) located
on the hydraulic oil reservoir, which should be
between the MIN and MAX reference marks, as
indicated.
NOTE: the hydraulic oil level, at the same filling,

changes as a function of the temperature:
- at cold machine (prior to starting) MIN level - oil
temperature from 10 through 30 °C (50 through 85
°F);
- at cold machine (during operation) MAX level- oil
temperature from 50 through 80 °C (85 through
175 °F).
• In the event a low level of the hydraulic oil is found,

proceed wit its topping-up, operating as indicated
in the 5000 WORK HOURS MAINTENANCE
paragraph "HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL".
IMPORTANT: an excessive quantity of hydraulic oil

could damage the hydraulic equipment and cause
oil spills.
• Close the door.
IMPORTANT: do not top up using oil with different

specifications from the oil already in the hydraulic oil
reservoir (see the FILLING CHART at the end of
chapter "MAINTENANCE").
IMPORTANT: if the machine was filled with

biodegradable hydraulic oil PANOLIN AG.-HLP
SYNTH 46 (option), take note that this oil cannot be
mixed with mineral hydraulic oil.
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FUEL TANK
Checking the level and possible topping-up
WARNING
The fuel is flammable. Do not pucture or burn fuel
containers. Follow instructions given on the
containers as regards storage and distribution.
Following the presence of highly flammable
vapours, extinguish all smoking materials and open
flames before checking the fuel level, refuelling,
replacing the filters or opening the drain plug.
Do not refuel the machine with the engine running.
Do not use matches, cigar lighters or torches as light
source on the machine.
• Turn the starting key into position ON. The fuel

level results low when the pointer of the fuel level
indicator (1) is near digit E (empty tank).
• To make a fuel filling, with engine inoperative,
remove tank cap (2) then proceed with the filling.
The machine is equipped with a fuel transfer
pump facilitating the filling of fuel under sage
conditions.
Capacity of the fuel tank: 320 L
NOTE: refuel using decanted fuel. Transfer fuel

from the storage container to the machine tank
using the electrical pump.
We advise to fill the tank at the end of the working
day to prevent condensation formation overnight.
Do not run out of fuel in the tank as this would cause
air to enter the fuel system. The fuel system should
then be bled from air.
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Filling with fuel transfer pump
WARNING
- Comply with all he safety precautions during the
fuel pumping process.
- Do not remove the fuel tank cap during the fuel
pumping process. The tank cap must always be
removed prior to actuating the fuel transfer pump.
- Prevent the accidental spill of fluid.
- Wear appropriate clothing and gloves during the
operation and use of the pump.
To reach the fuel transfer pump, open tool

compartment panel (1).
• Remove the fuel tank cap.

• Extract pump (2) and pullout the hose form the
location on the machine.
Max length of the hose: 2 m.
• Insert pump (2) and the relevant hose into the con-
tainer from which the fuel is taken, making sure
that the pump is fully submerged.
• Press starting button 1 (3) to transfer the fuel.
1: starting button
0: cut-off button
CAUTION
To stop the pump, prior to its automatic switching
off, press cut-off button 0 (4). Always make sure that
the pump is inoperative prior to immerse it into
another tank for the transfer.
Do not run the pump dry.
• Once the tank filling is over, the pump stops

automatically.
• Remove the pump from the fuel-dispensing
container, clean carefully all residues of fuel,
rewind the hose, and then return the pump into its
seat.
• Reinstall the fuel tank cap.
Maintenance
• After every usage, make sure that the hose is
undamaged and not leaking.
• Check that there are no obstructions or damages
on filter (5).
• Make sure that bleeding hole (6) is free.
NOTE: if, when starting, the pump should not fill the
fuel, press cut-off button 0 (4), wait for 3 seconds,
then press starting button 1 (3) again. In case, even
after this procedure the problem persists, check that
bleeding hole (6) is not obstructed.
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WINDSCREEN WASHER TANK

Checking the level and topping up
WARNING
The pure detergent liquid catches fire easily when in
touch with comburent substances or in presence of
incendive sources (sparks, open flames,). Avoid
smoking during windscreen washer liquid refuelling.
This operation should be carried out consistently

with how frequently the windscreen washer is used.
• Open the air cleaner compartment panel and lock
it in open position.
• Remove cap (1) from windshield washer tank (2)
and top up the level adding water and detergent
liquid of the prescribed type (see the FILLING
CHART at the end of chapter "MAINTENANCE").
• Close the air cleaner compartment panel.
FUEL PRE-FILTER
Draining the water

When indicator light (1) comes ON on the monitor,
proceed with the draining of the water trapped inside
the pre-filter (2) operating as follows:
• Open the hydraulic pumps compartment panel
and lock it in open position.
• Procure an appropriate container and place it
under the fuel pre-filter.
• Turn slowly draining ring nut (3) of the fuel pre-
filter. When fuel only starts flowing, close the
ringnut.
• Close the hydraulic pumps compartment panel.
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ADJUSTING THE OPERATOR'S SEAT
CAUTION
- Set the operator's seat before starting working or
in case a different operator is taking over.
- Make sure to keep the hands away between the
handle and the stop of the seat.
The setting of the position of the operator's seat

must be done while seated, keeping the back
against the backrest, obtaining that the pilot valves,
pedals and switches can be easily reached and
actuated.
NOTE: for the setting of the seat, please refer to the

chapter "MACHINE FAMILIARIZATION" paragraph
"Operator's seat".
ADJUSTING THE REAR MIRRORS
CAUTION
- Adjust the rear mirrors prior to starting working or
in case another operator is taking over.
To adjust the rear mirrors, proceed in the following

manner:
• Loosen nut (1) of right front rear mirror (2).
• Adjust manually the position of the mirror so that,
while seating in the operator cab, the vision on the
right rear side of the machine is assured.
• Tighten nut (1).
In the same manner, proceed with the adjustment of

left rear mirror (3) so that, while seating in the
operator cab, the vision on the left rear side of the
machine is assured.
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STARTING THE ENGINE
DANGER
Do not run machine engine in confined spaces
without proper ventilation and/or suitable system
capable to remove harmful exhaust gases.
WARNING
Prior to starting the machine:
- Make sure that no bystanders are standing near
the area of action of the machine.
- Make sure that the safety lever is in (LOCK)
position.
- Make sure that all control levers are in neutral
position.
- Tighten the seat safety belt.
- Sound the horn 2-3 times to advise that the
machine is going to be started.
IMPORTANT: do not insist with the starting key in

position START for more than 15 seconds. Should
the engine fail to start, return the starting key into
position OFF. Wait for 30 seconds, then, try again to
start the engine.
STARTING THE ENGINE IN NORMAL

CONDITIONS
After performing the "inspections prior to starting

the engine " proceed as follows:
1. Make sure that safety lever (1) is raised in
(LOCK) position (B).
A = unlocked position
B = lock position (LOCK)
2. Make sure that all control levers are in neutral
position.
3. Make sure that manual throttle knob (2) is WARNING
turned into engine idle speed position (LO). If during the starting of the engine a warning icon
4. Turn starting key (3) into position ON, and should appear on the monitor display cut-off the
check on the display of the monitor that all engine, check the cause of the malfunction and
operation conditions are normal. repair the trouble, if possible, or contact your Dealer.
5. Turn and keep starting key (3) into position
START until the engine starts.
6. Release the starting key as soon as the NOTE: for the engine starting procedures with
engine is started. When released, the key automatic pre-heating, please refer to chapter
returns automatically into position ON. "MACHINE FAMILIARIZATION".
3 - 12
STARTING THE ENGINE IN COLD CLIMATES
Starting the engine in cold climates could result

more difficult due to the fact that the viscosity of the
oil increases and the batteries loose efficiency when
the temperature decreases. Under these conditions,
an automatic pre-heating system is activated to
facilitate the starting of the engine.
1 - Turn starting key (1) into position ON.

2 - With ambient temperature is below 10 °C (50 °F)
the automatic pre-heating is activated, signalled
by the appearance of the relevant icon (2) on the
display of the monitor.
3 - Prior to starting the engine wait for pre-heating
icon (2) disappearing.
4 - Start the engine following the procedure
described in the preceding chapter "Starting the
engine in normal conditions" of points 3
through 6.
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WARNING
S
If during the starting of the engine a warning icon
should appear on the monitor display cut-off the
engine, check the cause of the malfunction and
repair the trouble, if possible, or contact your Dealer.
NOTE: for the engine starting procedures with

automatic pre-heating, please refer to chapter
"Machine familiarization".
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STARTING THE ENGINE USING BOOSTER

BATTERIES
WARNING
Explosive gas is produced while batteries are in use
or being charged. Keep open flames and/or sparks
away from the battery charging area. Charge the
batteries in a well ventilated place. Park the
machine on a dry firm, surface. Do not park on metal
surfaces. Take care to make correct connections:
never connect a positive terminal (+) to a negative
terminal (-).
IMPORTANT: the machine electrical system is 24 V

with negative (-) ground. Use only booster batteries
with same voltage. Use supply cables and terminals
of appropriate dimensions for the characteristics of
the batteries.
Connecting booster batteries

Make sure that the starting key is in position OFF
before connecting the supply cable.
Proceed in the following order:
• connect one terminal of the red cable (R) to the
positive (+) pole of machine batteries and the
other terminal of same cable to the positive (+)
pole of booster batteries.
12V 12V
• connect one terminal of the black cable (B) to the
negative (-) pole of booster batteries and the other
12V 12V
terminal of same cable to ground (machine
frame).
• start the engine.
Disconnecting booster batteries

Connecting sequence of the supply cables:
Proceed in the following order: 1-2-3-4
• disconnect the black cable (B) terminal from
Connecting sequence of the supply cables:
ground (machine frame), then disconnect the
4-3-2-1
other terminal of same cable from the negative (-)
pole of booster batteries.
• disconnect the red cable (R) terminal from the
positive (+) pole of booster batteries, then
disconnect the other terminal of same cable from
the positive (+) pole of machine batteries.
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STOPPING THE ENGINE
WARNING
Park the machine on firm and possibly level ground.
Always rest the bucket safely onto the ground be-
fore stopping the engine.
NOTE: refer to the paragraph “EMERGENCY

BOOM LOWERING PROCEDURE" in this Chapter
to lower the boom and rest the bucket onto the
ground in case of emergency when the engine stalls
and cannot be re-started.
• Park the machine on a firm and possibly level

ground.
• Place the attachment on the ground
• Move the safety lever in the vertical (LOCK)

position.
• Disengage the auto-idle and turn the engine

speed hand control fully anticlockwise (minimum
engine rpm).
• Let the engine run at low idle for some minutes to

guarantee turbocharger progressive slow-down
and cooling.
IMPORTANT: do not accelerate during engine shut-

down as it may cause the turbocharger turbine shaft
to rotate without proper lubrication, due to inertia,
with consequent severe damage to the
turbocharger.
• Move the key-start switch (2) to the OFF position.
• Remove the ignition key (2) from the starter

switch.
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INSPECTION AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING
An unintentional activation of a control lever
could cause an unexpected movement of the
machine. Move the safety lever raised in LOCK
position, before leaving the cab.
Make sure that around the machine there are no
bystanders or obstacles, before starting
working. Check the position of the travel motors
and sound the horn before moving the machine.
Safety lever
Safety lever (1) raised in (LOCK) position, cuts-off

the travel, swing and attachment controls.
• With the engine running, move safety lever (1) into

(LOCK) position.
• Make sure that all functions are inoperative when
the safety lever is raised into (LOCK) position.
- actuate the right and left pilot valves; the
attachment must not move;
- actuate the travel controls; the machine must
not move.
WARNING
In case, with the safety lever raised in LOCK
position, the machine responds to the controls,
DO NOT start working, cut-off immediately the
engine and contact your Dealer.
Monitor and engine
WARNING
If during the starting of the engine a warning icon
should appear on the monitor display cut-off the
engine, check the cause of the malfunction and
repair the trouble, if possible, or contact your Dealer.
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• Check indicators: "fuel level" (2) and "coolant

temperature" (3), indicate correct values.
• Check that there are no leakages of oil or coolant
from the engine.
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WARMING UP THE MACHINE
WARNING
Do not actuate the attachment before the hydraulic
oil is fully warmed-up. This would involve a slowing
down of the hydraulic functions and a lack of
synchronisation of the reactions of the attachment
with respect to the relevant commands given by the
operator. Do not ignore warming up the machine,
particularly when operating at low temperatures.
IMPORTANT: the correct operating temperature of

the hydraulic oil of this machine is about 50 °C (122
° F). Operating the machine while the hydraulic oil
temperature is 25 ° C (77 °F) or below, it could
cause serious problems to the components of the
hydraulic system Run a correct warming up of the
hydraulic oil prior to starting working.
Warm up the machine as follows.
A. Warming up the engine
IMPORTANT: during the engine warming up phase,

do not turn the manual throttle knob. Increasing the
engine r.p.m. During the warming up phase could
cause damages or troubles to the engine.
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1. Start the engine with manual throttle (1) in
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position "LO" (minimum r.p.m.) and run it for
about 5 minutes.
2. The engine warming up is completed once the
pointer of coolant temperature indicator (2) is
in the white zone.
NOTE: for the engine starting procedures with

"machine familiarization".
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B. Warming up the hydraulic oil
After warming up the engine:
1 - Lower safety lever (1) into unlock position.
2 - Turn manual throttle (2) into position "HI"

(maximum r.p.m.).
3 - Actuate slowly the right pilot to full stroke in the

bucket load and unload function. Repeat the NH0104
operation several times for about 2 minutes.
Actuate in the same manner, the arm and boom
cylinders, to recirculate the warmed up hydraulic
oil.
4 - Should the warming up of the hydraulic oil be

insufficient, repeat the operation above. Then,
operate slowly the swing and travel functions as
well.
WARNING
do not start working prior to completing a correct
warming up of the hydraulic oil, since the hydraulic
functions would be slowed down and unexpected
movements of the machine could occur. Also, some
hydraulic components could be damaged by
insufficient lubrication.
NOTA: for the engine starting procedures with

"machine familiarization".
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The instructions to follow have the purpose of
informing the operator about the basic function of
each hydraulic control. Learning these instructions
and practising on the machine make the operator
more efficient in operating the unit. Each operator
must read carefully, learn and implement the safety
rules described in this manual and on the machine
prior to operating the unit.
OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
- Prior to moving the machine, make sure that
there are no bystanders in the vicinities and
sound the horn.
- Do not allow unauthorised personnel to
access the machine.
- The actuation of a control lever when the Auto-
Idle button switch is engaged could cause
sudden accelerations of the engine. Beware in
manoeuvring. Monobloc Version
CAUTION
- The display of the monitor shows all the checks of
the conditions of the unit. Daily inspections must
not only follow the display of the monitor, but also
the instructions of this Manual.
- In case a malfunction is found during the
operation, stop immediately the machine and
implement all the appropriate countermeasures.
- Use the machine only after the failed part has
been repaired. Operating a machine under
abnormal condition could result in serious
accidents.
MACHINE CONTROLS PLATE

Inside the cab, on the right window, a decal
illustrating the various movements of the machine
as a function of the controls is applied. Read and
heed the functions associated with the respective
controls listed on this decal prior to operating the
machine.
Triple Articulation Version
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TRAVELLING THE MACHINE
WARNING
- Check the position of the travel motors (M)
prior to travelling. If the motors are located
frontally, the travel operations result inverted.
The normal travelling conditions of the
machine require that the travel motors (M) are
located on the rear side of the machine and
idler (T) is on the front side.
- Prior to moving the machine, make sure that
no bystanders are in the vicinities and sound
the horn.
WARNING
Do not actuate the travel speed button switch M: Travel motor
while travelling. Select the low speed (turtle) T: Idler
when travelling downhill or when loading/ F: Forward
unloading from a trailer. A sudden variation of
R: Reverse
the stability of the machine could cause
personal injuries or fatal accidents. Rt:Right
Lf: Left
NOTA: the indications, right, left, forward,

reverse, clockwise, counterclockwise, refer to
the position of the operator correctly seated in the
operator's compartment.
Travelling forward/reverse
• Make sure that the safety lever is lowered into
unlock position. Raise the attachment from the
ground.
• To move the machine forward (F), push both

travel levers (right and left) toward the front side of
the machine. To travel the machine in reverse (R),
move both travel levers backward.
The speed changes in relation to the forward or
backward stroke of the levers.
The same operation can be done by actuating the
right (1) or left (2) travel pedal. To move the
machine forward (F) press with the tip of the feet
or with the heel for reverse travel (R).
When the control pedals (or levers) are released, F: Forward

the neutral position is automatically reached. N: Neutral (Stop)
R: Reverse
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STEERING THE MACHINE
• Push the left travel lever forward to steer RIGHT-

WARD.
• Push the right travel lever forward to steer LEFT-

WARD.
• Pull the left travel lever backward to steer LEFT-

WARD in reverse.
• Pull the right travel lever backward to steer

RIGHTWARD in reverse.
COUNTER ROTATING THE MACHINE (Spin turn)

This manoeuvre actuates the simultaneous counter
rotation of the track chains, letting the machine to
turn on its axis.
• To turn the machine rightward (clockwise) pull

backward the right travel lever and push forward
the left travel lever.
• To turn the machine leftward (counter clockwise)

pull backward the left travel lever and push
forward the right travel lever.
TRAVEL STOP
WARNING
Do not stop the machine suddenly. Stop it from
low travel speed (turtle).
• Release the right and left travel levers (1) into

neutral position (N). The machine stops travelling.
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SHIFTING THE TRAVEL SPEED

(1st, 2nd Speed)
WARNING
Do not actuate the travel speed button switch while
travelling. Select the low speed (turtle) when
travelling downhill or when loading/unloading from a 10:25
trailer. A sudden variation of the stability of the
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machine could cause personal injuries or fatal
accidents.
The travel speed change (1) button switch, located

on the monitor, provides the gearshifting from/to low
speed (1st speed) to/from fast speed (2nd speed).
The selection mode changes in sequence:
"turtle" (1st speed) → "rabbit" (2nd speed) →
"turtle" (1st speed) → "rabbit" (2nd speed)
each time the button is pressed.
The display on the monitor shows the icon

"turtle" when the slow travel speed (1st
speed) is selected.
The display on the monitor shows the icon

"rabbit" when the fast travel speed (2nd
speed) is selected.
NOTE: the slow travel speed "turtle" (1st speed) is

automatically selected every time the engine is
started.
USING THE POWER BOOST

(Boosting of the power)
The Power Boost control button is a momentary

switch located at the tip of the right pilot valve lever.
The use of the Power Boost is actuated during
digging operations, when a higher "breakout force"
is required to penetrate the bucket into the ground.
1. Actuate the bucket roll back control (digging).
While the bucket is digging, use your right
thumb to press the Power Boost button. In this
manner, a higher digging force is obtained.
NOTA: when the Power Boost control button is

pressed, the display on the monitor shows icon ( ).
If the Power Boost control button is kept pressed
while performing other operations, the operator
could experience a slowing down of the other
hydraulic functions.
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ATTACHMENT CONTROLS
CAUTION
Prior to any digging operation, get acquainted with
location and function of each control lever as
detailed below.
WARNING
Pay the utmost attention when operating the
attachment near the cab. In particular
configurations or with special equipment, the
attachment could reach and hit he cab. Move the
attachment at a safe distance from the cab to
prevent damages or personal injuries.
Actuating the boom

The boom is actuated by pushing or pulling the right
pilot valve lever forward or backward. The speed of
the movement is determined by the stroke of the
lever.
1. When pulling the right pilot valve lever
BACKWARD the boom is raised.
2. When pushing the right pilot valve lever
FORWARD the boom is lowered.
3. When returning the right pilot valve lever
centrally (neutral position) the boom stops
moving.
Actuating the arm

The arm is actuated by pushing or pulling the left
pilot valve lever forward or backward. The speed of
the movement is determined by the stroke of the
lever.
1. When pushing the left pilot valve lever
FORWARD the arm is extended.
2. When pulling the left pilot valve lever
BACKWARD the arm is retracted.
3. When returning the left pilot valve lever
centrally (neutral position) the arm stops
moving.
Actuating the bucket

The bucket is actuated by moving the right pilot
valve lever rightward or leftward. The speed of the
movement is determined by the stroke of the lever.
1. When moving the right pilot valve lever
leftward, the bucket is rolled back (digging).
2. When moving the right pilot valve lever
rightward, the bucket is extended (dumping).
3. When returning the right pilot valve lever
centrally (neutral position) the bucket stops
moving.
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Actuating the positioner

(Triple Articulation Version)
WARNING
Pay the utmost attention when operating the
attachment near the cab. In particular
configurations or with special equipment, the
attachment could reach and hit he cab. Move the
attachment at a safe distance from the cab to
prevent damages or personal injuries.
The positioner is actuated when pressing control

pedal (1) with the right foot.
The speed of the movement of the positioner is
determined by the stroke of the pedal.
1. When pressing with the tip of the right foot

FORWARD, the positioner is extended.
2. When pressing with the heel of the right foot
BACKWARD, the positioner is retracted.
3. When the pedal is released, it returns
automatically into neutral position and the
positioner stops moving.
SWINGING THE TURRET
WARNING
Make sure that the work area is free from
obstacles and bystanders prior to start
swinging the turret. Sound the horn prior to
starting the swinging.
The turret swings when the lever of the left pilot

valve is moved rightward or leftward.
The swinging speed is determined by the stroke of
the lever.
1. When moving the left pilot valve lever leftward,

the turret swings leftward.
2. When moving the left pilot valve lever rightward,
the turret swings rightward.
3. When returning the left pilot valve lever centrally
(neutral position) the turret stops swinging.
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PRACTICES TO IMPROVE EFFICIENCY
A. Use arm in action
Operate the bucket at shallow depths and use the

arm in action to fill the bucket. Setting the bucket too
deep will decrease the machine's efficiency.
B. Operate boom smoothly
Always begin and end boom operation slowly with

smooth, careful movement of the control lever. Do
not perform sudden starts and stops of the boom as
this creates unnecessary stress on the machine and
its components.
C. Bucket teeth direction
Always point bucket teeth in the direction the

machine will be digging to reduce digging resistance
and the possibility of bucket teeth damage.
D. Maximum Digging Force Position
The attachment will provide maximum digging force

when the arm and boom are at 90 ~ 110° of each
other.
90 ~ 110
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E. Cleaning sand & soil from bucket
Operate arm to a near level position and bring the

bucket to a dumping position. If sand and soil do not
fall out, move the bucket lever right and left a few
times.
IMPORTANT: avoid shaking out soil using shocks

at the end of the bucket cylinder stroke.
F. Stop swing motion early
To stop slewing action, release the swing lever

before you get to your final point of digging or
dumping.
G. Grading
Position the arm slightly forward of its vertical

position with the bucket fully rolled back, as shown.
Retract the arm and at the same time slightly lift the
boom. Once the arm moves past its vertical position,
slightly lower the boom to allow the bucket to obtain
a smooth surface.
H. Track shoe selection
o not use marsh shoes or wide shoes when working

on very rough terrain (stones, sand, gravel, crushed
stone, etc. ...) as they are designed for use over soft
ground. Using these special shoes on rough difficult
terrain causes distortions and loosening, with
possible damages to the track components.
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OPERATING IN MUD OR WATER

The machine can wade or work into a river,
providing that:
• The terrain is firm enough to prevent the machine
from sinking excessively.
• The water level (A) does not exceed the track
support rollers.
• The stream is not excessive.
When operating under these conditions, check
frequently the positioning of the machine. Re- (A)
position it, as required.
Avoid dipping the bullgear, the swing motor
reduction unit and the centre joint below the water A = 720 mm
level.
In the event they are accidentally submerged,
please contact a Dealer.
The non compliance with these due precautions
could cause a premature wear of some components
of the machine.
Getting out of soft ground
WARNING
Attempting to free a machine that is stuck can
be hazardous. Avoid operating on soft ground
or marshland.
CAUTION
Operate the machine at the operator's seat. Do not
allow any person to come near the machine.
If possible, avoid traveling on a soft ground. Avoid

getting caught in the mud. In the event that the
machine gets caught in the mud, get out of it as
follows:
1. one crawler belts/tracks get caught in mud
When either side of crawler belts/tracks gets caught
in the mud, lay logs or boards on the mud to form a
base. Operate the boom and arm to form an angle
between boom and arm of about 90~110° and push
on the ground with the bottom of the bucket to lift the
machine body up to climb on the logs or boards.
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2. both crawler belts/tracks get caught in mud

When both sides of crawler belts / tracks get caught
in mud and the machine does not move due to
skidding, provide logs and boards, as described in
the above section. Using the bucket, dig into an area
of the hard ground. Then move the bucket control to
pull the machine toward the hard ground.
If this is not possible, get expert help to free the
stuck machine.
If the machine will not travel due to being stuck in
mud, sand, gravel or on soft ground, lift each crawler
belt / tracks off the ground by placing the bucket on
the ground and pushing the boom and arm against
the ground. Raise the crawler belt / track a small
distance off the ground. Scrape the mud, sand, or
gravel off the crawler belts / tracks. This material
may be cleared by rotating the crawler belts / tracks
in forward and reverse with the crawler belt / track
raised.
TOWING THE MACHINE
• In the event the machine is prevented from

moving forward, but the engine is still operational
(i.e. soft ground) it is possible to tow the machine
slowly, with another machine.
Move near the limit of solid ground and sling the
two machines.
• Secure and connect steel cables (or chains) around

the respective frames, as illustrated in the figure.
To avoid damaging the steel cables or chains, it is
necessary to place some appropriate protecting
materials between them and the frames.
WARNING
Steel wire rope or chains may break causing
severe injuries. Carefully inspect metal cables and/
or chains prior to use and check for damages or
wear. Always wear suitable protection gloves
when handling metal cables or chains. Use metal
cables or chains of appropriate size according to
the load to be towed.
• Pull slowly, keeping the towing cable horizontal

and in line with the tracks.
• When the machine is pulled, release the parking

brakes, actuating the travel control levers.
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MANUAL SIGNALS
Manual signals are used in case it becomes

necessary to co-ordinate work operations, by one or
more excavators, by a ground flagman. All the
personnel involved in work operations must be
aware of these signals and their meanings.
A. Raise load vertically
Face machine operator, raise right forearm vertical,

with index finger pointing up and move hand in a
small circular motion.
B. Lower load vertically
Face machine operator, extend right arm down,

point index finger down and move hand in a small
circular motion.
C. Move load in horizontally
Face machine operator, extend right arm toward

operator with hand facing operator and move hand
in direction of movement required.
D. Move Load Out Horizontally
Face machine operator, extend right arm toward

operator with back of hand facing operator and
move hand in direction of movement required.
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E. Raise boom
Face machine operator, extend right arm out

horizontally from shoulder, make a fist with thumb up.
F. Lower boom

horizontally from shoulder, make a fist with thumb down.
G. Swing left

horizontally from shoulder, make a fist with index
finger pointing in swing direction.
H. Swing right
Face machine operator, extend left arm out

horizontally from shoulder, make a fist with index
finger pointing in swing direction.
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I. Arm in
Face machine operator, bend at elbows with arms

facing operator, make fists and point thumbs in
toward each other.
J. Arm out
Face machine operator, bend at elbows with arms

facing operator, make fists and point thumbs out
away from each other.
K. Counter rotate left
Face machine operator, place right hand on top of

hard hat, bend left arm at elbow to the right, make a
fist with left hand with index finger pointing out and
rotate hand in a reverse circular motion.
L. Counter rotate right
Face machine operator, place left hand on top of

hard hat, bend right arm at elbow to the left, make a
fist with right hand with index finger pointing out and
rotate hand in a forward circular motion.
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M. Travel forward
Face machine operator, bend both elbows in, make

fists and rotate fists one over the other in a reverse
circular motion.
N. Travel reverse
Face machine operator, bend both elbows in, make

fists and rotate fists one over the other in a forward
circular motion.
O. Close bucket
Face machine operator, hold left hand in, closed

and stationary, hold right hand in, make a fist with
index finger pointing toward left hand and move right
hand in a small reverse circular motion.
P. Open bucket
Face machine operator, hold left hand in, open and

stationary, hold right hand in, make a fist with index
finger pointing toward left hand and move right hand
in a small forward circular motion.
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Q. Turn left
Face machine operator, raise right forearm up,

make fist with right hand and hold stationary, bend
left arm in, make fist with left hand and rotate left fist
in a small reverse circular motion.
R. Turn right
Face machine operator, raise left forearm up, make

fist with left hand and hold stationary, bend right arm
in, make fist with right hand and rotate right fist in a
small forward circular motion.
S. Move this much
Face machine operator, raise both forearms up,

hands open and facing each other , move hands in
laterally indicating how far to go.
T. Move slowly
Face machine operator, raise left arm out

horizontally toward right shoulder with hand open
and facing down, point right index finger up toward
open left hand and rotate right hand in a reverse
circular motion. (Raise load slowly is illustrated.)
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U. Stop
Face machine operator, raise left arm out horizontally

from shoulder with hand open and facing down, move
arm in a horizontal motion back and forth.
V. Emergency stop
Face machine operator, raise both arms out

horizontally from shoulders with hands open and
facing down, move arms in a horizontal motion back
and forth.
W. Stop engine
Face machine operator, right arm at side, draw left

thumb or index finger across throat.
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PARKING THE MACHINE
WARNING
- Always park the machine on firm and flat
ground.
- If it is imperative to park on a slope, always
position the machine as indicated in the
figure. Block the track chains and dig the
bucket teeth into the ground and (if mounted)
lower the blade to the ground.This helps
preventing movements of the machine.
- Move the safety lever upward into position
(LOCK) to prevent unwanted movements of
the machine.
- Cut-off the engine prior to leaving the cab.
- DO NOT park the machine on an open road,
move it to the side of the roadway to avoid
hampering traffic. Also, place warning signals
and place reflectors at a safe distance from the
machine. Please refer to current regulations
relative to the positioning of warning signals
in work areas.
1. Release both travel levers (1) into position

"NEUTRAL".
2. Turn engine speed control knob (2) into position

"LO" and let the engine running at idle, for about
5 minutes, to lower the temperature.
3. Lower the bucket to the ground.
4. Cut-off the engine by moving starting key (3)

into position "OFF", then extract the key from
the switch.
5. Lift safety lever (4), upward into blocking

position "LOCK".
6. If leaving the machine, lock the windows, the

cab door and all panels with the key.
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OBJECTS HANDLING OPERATION
WARNING
The machine has been specifically designed to
perform digging/loading works. The handling of
suspended loads completing the digging cycle is
allowed, providing that the machine is equipped with
the appropriate variant supplied upon request.
Handle suspended loads, following strictly all
current regulations regarding this matter, as well as
the rules described in the SAFETY RULES chapter.
WARNING
The anti-drop valves located on the cylinders, the
warning buzzer device, the table of the loads that
can be lifted located in the cab and the hook on the
link of the bucket linkage are SAFETY DEVICES,
making part of the suspended load handling variant.
The lack of one of them or a damaged item make
the machine unfit for works handling suspended
loads.
To handle suspended loads, act as described here

below:
WARNING
Prior to starting any handling of suspended loads
check that the valves do not show clear evidence of
damages or abnormal noises. In the event abnormal
conditions are found, it is necessary to contact a
Dealer; in the meantime, do not use the machine for
the handling of suspended loads.
Check that the lifting devices (hooks, chains etc.)
are in perfect conditions without any sign of
excessive wear.
In any case, comply with current regulations in effect
for these devices (non supplied with the machine).
WARNING
In order to prevent injuries, do not exceed the
nominal load capacity of the machine. If the machine
is not on a flat surface, the load capacity is reduced.
In any event, proceed always with extreme care.
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• Set an engine speed appropriate for the hydraulic

load required.
• Evaluate (if known) the mass of the object to be
handled and compare it with the data listed in the
table located in the cab. Do not lift loads
exceeding the maximum values prescribed by the
table.
• Prior to performing lifting operations, press switch
(1) to activate the load-momentum sensor. This
sensor, once the safety limit is reached, activates
the sound warning device.
• Secure the load with the appropriate hook (2) located
on the bucket linkage rod, using slinging devices and
chains adequate for the load to be lifted.
WARNING
Check that the lifting devices (hooks, chains etc.)
are safe and free from signs of excessive wear. In
any case, comply with current regulations relative to
the inspection of such devices (not provided with the
machine).
The device can be used exclusively for the lifting of
parts not anchored to the ground. Never use it for
towing operations, uprooting or tearing apart.
• In order to limit the swinging of the load, avoid

slinging it with cables and/or chains too long.
• Check the surrounding working area and make
sure that the path to be travelled with the load is
free from obstacles.
• Lift slowly the load, avoiding sharp movements
which could cause swinging of the load. Keep the
load near the machine, to improve the stability and
operate, preferably, along its longitudinal axis,
rather than crossways. Lift the load from the
ground the minimum height required.
WARNING
Suspended load can swing and rotate in all
directions, thus there is the dangerous possibility
that they can hit persons or the cab of the machine.
In order to limit this danger, it is absolutely required
that all bystanders are moved away from the field of
action of the machine and that the load is handled
slowly.
In the event the load rotates or swings during the
handling, slow-down until stopped and lower it
slowly to the ground; then correct the way it is slung.
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WARNING
In the event the sound alarm is activated during the
handling of the load, place the load onto the ground
and check the load conditions making reference to
the appropriate table in the cab.
• Position and place the load where desired,

making sure that it is resting on a solid base
appropriate for its mass.
• Remove the chains.
Diagram for the readings of the liftable loads,

located inside the cab
x.xx
x.xx
x.xx
x.xx
x.xx
x.xx
1. Boom length. 6. Maximum working distance from the swing

2. "LD" length of second alternative arm. centre line.
3. Distance of the load from the swing centre 7. Ballast weight.
line. 8. Setting pressure of main pressure relief valve/
4. Maximum liftable load in tons, at the tilting safety valves of the hydraulic system.
limit, in accordance with standard ISO 10567 9. Bucket width.
(75% stability, 87% hydrauli system).
5. Maximum liftable loads in tons, at the
maximum distance from the swing centre line.
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EMERGENCY BOOM LOWERING

PROCEDURE
WARNING
Make sure that nobody is standing under or near the
front equipment prior to starting the procedure for
the lowering of the boom.
In the event the engine stops and it cannot be re-

started, lower the boom and rest it on the ground,
referring to the procedure listed here below:
Machine without anti-drop valves

1. Climb on the turret, lift the engine hood and
lock it in open position.
2. Remove the 5 securing screws (1) from guard
(2), located in correspondence with the control
valve, then, remove guard (2).
- Securing screw wrench: 19 mm
3. On the control valve, loosen locknut (3) and
loosen discharge screw (4) to stroke end.
- Locknut wrench: 19 mm
- Discharge screw wrench: 10 mm
4. Get into the cab and lower slowly the
attachment to the ground, moving the right
pilot valve forward.
NOTE: the position of the starting key and the safety

lever do not influence the procedure.
With discharge screw (4) loosen to stroke end, the
attachment could start moving slowly. This is due to
the seeping of hydraulic oil.
Machine with anti-drop valves

1. Makes a reference mark between: the valve
body, locknut (5) and setting screw (6).
2. Loosen locknut (5) then afterward, loosen
slowly (from 3 to 3.5 turns) setting screw (6). It
is sufficient to perform the procedure on one
anti-drop valve only.
- Locknut wrench: 13 mm
- Setting screw wrench: 4 mm
3. Perform the operations previously described
for the " Machine without anti-drop valves"
from item 1 through 4.
Lower the attachment to the ground, return

discharge screw (4) and setting screw (6) in the
initial conditions, reinstall guard (2) and contact the
Dealer.
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MACHINE OPERATION IN ADVERSE

WEATHER CONDITIONS
Operation in extreme cold Operation in extreme heat
• Follow procedures on paragraph "STARTING • Use an engine oil, hydraulic oil and fuel oil
THE ENGINE IN COLD CLIMATES" as starting designed for use in hot climates.
engine may be difficult due to extremely cold • Keep battery fully charged.
temperatures.
• Clean radiator, oil cooler and debris screen often
• Use an engine oil, hydraulic oil and diesel fuel to prevent damage or overheating of the
designed for use in cold climates. machine.Do not allow dirt and debris to
• Keep battery fully charged. accumulate in the radiator fins, oil cooler fins or
• Make certain to perform machine warm-up debris screen.
procedures as described on paragraph "Machine • Keep all belts properly tensioned.
warming-up" to prevent premature wear or • Make certain that the engine coolant mixture is
damage to pumps, motors and other components. sufficient to keep the machine safe.
• If the machine becomes overheated, idle the
machine to help cool the engine, turn engine
IMPORTANT: iin extremely frigid climates, covering "OFF" and check coolant level. After filling to
the radiator is a method to aid the machine warm- proper level the machine continues to over heat,
up. IF NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN OPERATING stop engine, allow to cool, drain and flush entire
TEMPERATURES, COVER THE OUTER EDGES cooling system and refill with the proper mixture of
OF THE RADIATOR, LEAVING AN OPENING IN fresh, clean coolant.
THE CENTER PART OF THE COVER - THUS • Check the battery electrolyte (acid) level
AVOIDING FAN OVERLOADING. Keep a close frequently and fill as necessary with distilled
watch on the gauge cluster for warning icons during water.
operation. It may be necessary to use a coolant • Keep a close watch on the monitor for warning
heater, fuel heater, engine heater jacket, and/or icons during operation. Avoid unnecessary low
additional battery power to aid engine starting. speed running of the engine during operation.
During slow, or no work periods, place engine
speed hand control in "LO" idle position.
• Make certain that the engine coolant mixture is
sufficient to keep the machine safe. Take into
consideration wind chill factors when mixing Operation in high altitudes
coolant ratios.
• Due to low atmospheric pressure at high altitudes,
a decrease in engine power will be experienced.
Be aware of this fact when placing machine under
IMPORTANT: mix coolant to a protection heavy load in high altitude climates.
temperature of 5 °C (9 °F) lower than the machine • Keep close watch on the engine temperature
will experience during operation, storage or gauge to avoid overheating of the engine.
transport.
Operation in sandy and dusty areas

• Keep battery terminals free of ice and snow. Ice • Check the engine air cleaner elements frequently
and snow could cause the terminals to short in sandy or dusty conditions.
circuit and cause extensive damage to the
• When air cleaner restriction lamp is lit, change
machine systems. Check the battery electrolyte
filters immediately regardless of time intervals.
(acid) level frequently and fill as necessary with
distilled water. If the machine will be left outside • Service fuel filter, water separator, and all
overnight, it is recommended to remove the hydraulic filters frequently.
batteries and store in a warm area.
3 - 40
Operation at seashore or salty climate DESMANTLING OF THE MACHINE

• Thoroughly wash machine daily to help avoid
corrosion of machined areas, electrical
components and cylinder rods.
WARNING
• Frequently check all mounting hardware for The machine decommissioning must be exclusively
proper tightness. Torque to proper value to aid in carried out by personnel trained, qualified and
preventing salt from entering the machine authorized to carry out such operation.
systems. Start disassembling the hydraulic components only
after that the hydraulic components, the hydraulic oil
and the lubricants are completely cooled down and
after that the residual pressure has been relieved as
described on the Repairing Instruction Manuals.
Operation in Humid Climate Prior to disassembling, follow the GENERAL
• In climates with high humidity, thoroughly wash SAFETY RULES and release fluids contained in
the machine daily and coat all bare surfaces with every machine component, both in the tanks and in
an oil based lubricant to help prevent corrosion. the relevant systems.
In order to disassemble the machine, it is necessary

to have special tools (hoists, hydraulic presses, fluid
containers, etc.) and specific attachments listed on
the Repairing Instruction Manuals, available at the
Dealers, in order to avoid dangerous situations,
either for the personnel or for the environment, while
disassembling.
In the machine, there are:
• Fluids under pressure (hydraulic system, cooling

system, etc.).
• Gases (conditioning system and accumulator
where provided).
• Acid (Batteries).
• High weigh parts constituting the machine (arm,
boom, buckets, etc.).
Handle and dispose of the fluids

according to current regulations. Use
only authorized disposal procedure. If
in doubt contact authorities
concerned.
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NOTES:
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4 - MAINTENANCE
M0103
MAINTENANCE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DURING MAINTENANCE

Do not allow unauthorised persons to maintain or Never use petrol, solvents or any other flammable
repair this machine. Read carefully this Manual solvent for cleaning operations. Use approved, non
before starting, operating, maintaining, fuelling or toxic non flammable commercial solvents.
servicing the machine.
Never use your hands to identify pressure leakages.
Do not lubricate, repair or adjust a machine with the Leakages of fluids under pressure could have
engine running, unless this is expressly required by enough force to penetrate the skin. Press the
the Operation and Maintenance Manual, to avoid pressure relief button, located on the hydraulic oil
being caught by moving parts or crushed by the reservoir, before performing servicing on hydraulic
machine. system.
Stop the machine in accordance with the procedure When servicing or maintenance require access to
prescribed by the Operation and Maintenance areas that cannot be reached from the ground, use
Manual, prior to lubricating or performing any a ladder or step platform that meet local and
intervention. national regulations, to reach the service point. If
such ladder or platform are not available, use the
Every time groups of the machine must be removed machine hand holds and steps as provided. Perform
or installed, being lifted by jacks, ensure that the all service or maintenance carefully.
supports under the jack and between jack and
machine are appropriate for the load to be To reduce the risk of electrocution, use only
supported. Transfer immediately the load on grounded auxiliary devices, such as heaters, battery
appropriate supports and stands. charges, pumps or similar equipment.
Do not loosen the connections of the hydraulic Prior to starting the engine, warn all persons
system located on the front equipment, unless the performing operations or working around the
equipment has not first being lowered to the ground, machine.
totally flat and after discharging residual pressures.
In the event of a sudden cutting-off of the engine, When performing maintenance operations involving
lower the equipment to the ground as possible then, the handling of lubricant fluids, grease or coolant
prior to operating on the hydraulic system, consult liquids, make sure that proper protective clothing
an Dealer. and rubber gloves are worn to prevent contacts with
eyes and skin. A prolonged contact with such fluids
Do not work on or under the machine or on its with the skin can cause irritation and dermatitis.
components if they are supported only by jacks or In the event an accidental contact occurs, wash with
lifting devices, in accordance with local and national plenty of water and seek medical attention, if
safety rules. required.
Do not work under or near the equipment of a Keep hands and face away form loosen pipe
machine or components which are not adequately connections, when efficiency and tightness tests for
supported or blocked. injectors and systems are performed. Also, wear
protective glasses with side shields.
Always move the safety lever into the LOCK position
prior to cleaning, repairing or intervening on the Do not work under or near a linkage of the
machine and after parking it, so that personal equipment or other components of the machine
injuries are prevented. which are not adequately supported and blocked.
4-1
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Always lock engine hood before servicing any
component inside the engine compartment.
Keep all people clear of equipment and/or

attachments when in the raised position to prevent
injury hazards.
Following the presence of flammable fluids, do not

use matches, cigar lighters or torches as lighting
means when servicing the machine.
Always use suitable tools to align holes. Do not use

hands or fingers.
Do not park, service, repair the machine nor carry

out any work without prior moving the hydraulic
system lock safety lever in the locked position.
Always lower the attachment to the ground and

relieve pressure from all circuits before carrying out
any type of maintenance work.
GENERALITIES
To operate the machine correctly means to prolong

its working life. Adhere to instructions to inspect and
correctly service the machine supplied in this
Manual.
Check the machine every day before commencing
the work:
• Check controls and instruments.

• Check oil, fuel, and coolant levels (with the
machine parked on level ground).
• Check pipes and hoses for possible leaks,
kinking, fraying or damages.
• Visually inspect the machine outside considering
its condition, noises if any or excess heat release.
• Check for loose or detached parts.
If the machine exhibits any fault, repair before

starting the machine or contact your Dealer.
4-2
MAINTENANCE
PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR

MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
If it is advised to carry out maintenance work with
the componenst still hot, that is immediately after
stopping the machine, the body must be protected
with suitable clothing and protections to avoird
burns and personal injuries.
Before perfoming the maintenance procedures

detailed in the following chapters, park the machine
as described below if not otherwise specified:
• Position the equipment as illustrated in the figure.

• Disengage the Auto-Idle, turn the manual throttle
knob fully anticlockwise, cut-off the engine, extract
the starter key and place the safety lever in
(LOCK) position.
• Before performing any maintenance work on the
machine, maintenance men must apply the sign
"maintenance in progress" signalling that the
machine is not completely efficient and that such
maintenance staff is located in not visible
positions.
Prior to and after any lubrication work, thoroughly

clean grease fittings, covers and plugs to avoid
penetration of foreign matter inside the
mechanisms.
NH0002
4-3
MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT:
• Use only recommended fluids and lubricants (see
the FILLING CHART at the end of this Chapter).
• Use only genuine spare parts.
• Using fuel, lubricants, fluids or spare parts other
than the recommended ones will immediately
invalidate the warranty.
• Never change the fuel injection pump governor
setting or the hydraulic system safety valve
setting. Lead seals can be removed solely by
authorised personnel, otherwise the Manufacturer
rejects any responsibility as regards the
guarantee.
• Always keep protected electrical parts from water
and dampness.
• Never remove electrical components such as the
main electronic central unit, sensors, etc. as they
may be irreversibly damaged.
CHECKING THE HOUR-COUNTER REGULARLY

• Read machine worked hours on the hour-counter
(1) and determine, on the basis of the MACHINE
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART
on page 4-7, when and which type of servicing is
required. Service intervals indicated in the table 1
refer to a machine working under normal
operating conditions. During the first period of use
of the machine and under particularly heavy
operating conditions shorter service intervals may
be required than shown in the table.
NH0221
SERVICE REMINDER PLATE

A summary decal (2) indicating the main lubrication,
cleaning and replacement operations to be
performed periodically, is located inside the tool
compartment.
NH0222
4-4
MAINTENANCE
Service reminder plate E215B - E245B

A summary decal indicating the main lubrication, cleaning and replacement operations to be performed
periodically, is located inside the tool compartment.
NH0223
Lubricate Replace engine coolant
Replace reduction units oil Replace alternator/fan belt
Replace hydraulic oil (*) Replace engine oil
Replace hydraulic system return oil filter Replace air filter
Replace fuel filters Replace hydraulic oil tank breather filter
Replace fuel pre-filter Clean pilot system hydraulic oil filter
Replace engine oil filter Check swing gear grease
(*) IMPORTANT: if the machine was filled with biodegradable hydraulic oil PANOLIN AG.-HLP SYNTH 46
(opt), this oil must not be mixed with mineral hydraulic oil.
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MAINTENANCE
BREAK-IN
WITHIN THE FIRST 50 OPERATING HOURS
Within the first 50 operating hours it is necessary to

perform the following operations:
• Lubricate the bucket links every 8 hours

To lubricate the bucket links perform the operations
described in the paragraph “250 OPERATING
HOURS”.
• Lubricate boom and arms every 8 hours

To lubricate the boom and arms perform the
operations described in the paragraph “500
OPERATING HOURS”.
NH0224
• Replace the hydraulic system return oil filter at

50 hours
To replace the hydraulic system return oil filter
perform the operations described in the paragraph
“1000 OPERATING HOURS”.
WITHIN THE FIRST 500 OPERATING HOURS
Within the first 500 operating hours it is necessary to

perform the following operations:
• Lubricate the bucket links every 250 hours

To lubricate the bucket links perform the operations
described in the paragraph “250 OPERATING
HOURS”.
• Lubricate boom and arms every 250 hours

To lubricate the boom and arms perform the
OPERATING HOURS”.
NH0225
• Replace the travel reduction units oil at 500

hours
To replace the travel reduction units oil perform the
OPERATING HOURS”.
4-6
MAINTENANCE
MACHINE LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART
SERVICE INTERVALS (HRS)

ITEM TO BE CHECKED PAGES
250 500 1000 1500 2000 3000 5000
Bucket links 4-8
Tracks 4-9
Hydraulic oil tank 4 - 11
Fuel tank 4 - 12
Travel side reduction units 4 - 13
Swing reduction unit 4 - 14
Outiside air filter conditioner 4 - 15
Air filter: outer element (**) 4 - 16
Hardware tightening torques 4 - 17
Hoses and connections 4 - 23
Fuel hoses 4 - 26
Boom and arm 4 - 28
Engine oil and filter 4 - 29
Fuel filters 4 - 31
Engine cooling system 4 - 32
Swing bearing and gear 4 - 33
Air conditioner 4 - 34
Air conditioner filter: air recirculation 4 - 35
Bio-degradable hydraulic oil (upon request) 4 - 35
Air filters 4 - 36
Hydraulic system return oil filter 4 - 37
Fuel pre-filter 4 - 38
Alternator - fan belt 4 - 39
Travel side reduction units 4 - 40
Engine cooling system 4 - 44
Swing gear 4 - 47
Pilot system hydraulic oil filter 4 - 48
Bio-degradable hydraulic oil (upon request) 4 - 49
Engine valves 4 - 51
Hydraulic system oil(*) 4 - 52
Hydraulic oil tank breather filter 4 - 54
( ) IMPORTANT: within the first 500 OPERATING HOURS it is necessary to perform the operations listed in
chapter BREAK-IN.
(*) IMPORTANT: if the machine was filled with biodegradable hydraulic oil PANOLIN AG.-HLP SYNT 46
(option), take note that this oil cannot be mixed with mineral hydraulic oil.
(**) IMPORTANT: operation to be performed also in the case of activation of the relevant indicator light on the
display of the monitor.
Replace Lubrificate Clean Check
4-7
MAINTENANCE
AFTER 250 HOURS OF OPERATION

Bucket links
Tracks
Hydraulic oil tank
Fuel tank
Travel side reduction units
Swing reduction unit
Outiside air filter conditioner
Air filter: outer element
Hardware tightening torques
Hoses and connections
Fuel hoses
BUCKET LINKS
Lubrication
IMPORTANT: within the first 500 OPERATING

HOURS it is necessary to perform the lubrication
operations listed in chapter BREAK-IN.
• Ensure the machine is parked on a level surface.

• Rest the bucket to the ground.
• Switch off the auto-idle, fully turn the engine
speed manual control anticlockwise, stop the
engine, remove the ignition key and move the
safety lever in the locked position (LOCK).
Using a grease gun, inject grease of the specified

type (see the FILLING CHART at the end of this
Chapter) in the grease point of the links shown.
IMPORTANT: it is recommended to lubricate every

10 working hours if the machine has been operated
in water or mud.
NH0226
4-8
MAINTENANCE
TRACKS
Adjusting tension
WARNING
Fluid under pressure. Proceed as detailed in this
paragraph to reduce or increase track tension.
The track adjust wheel return spring is installed on the
machine with a high compression load. Follow the
procedure detailed in the “WORKSHOP MANUAL” for
assembling/disassembling it.
Carry out this maintenance work paying the utmost
attention to the safety precautions for personal safety.
In case of doubt, even minimum, contact your Dealer: do
not act on your own initiative as this may prove
dangerous.
This work should be carried out by two persons. The
NH0227
operator should move the machine in accordance with
the signals by the ground assistant.
If the tracks are to be inspected visually while in motion,
always keep at a safe distance and outside the machine
operating range.
All services to the tracks should be carried out with the
machine controls in the following positions:
- auto-idle off
- manual engine speed control fully turned anticlock-
wise
- engine off
- ignition key removed
- safety lever in the locked position (LOCK).
NOTE: check track sag after thoroughly removing

dirt stuck on the track by pressure-washing.
• Turn the upperstructure 90° and lower the bucket

to raise one track off the ground as shown.
• Keep the angle between boom and arm 90° to
110° and rest the bucket round side (outer) onto
the ground.
• Place blocks under the frame to support the
machine. A
NH0228
• Rotate the raised track in reverse two full
rotations, then forward two full rotations.
• Measure distance (A) at the middle of the frame
and from the bottom of the track frame to the back
face of the track shoe. Distance (A) should be 320
to 350 mm.
IMPORTANT: it is recommended to check track sag

more frequently than every 250 hours if the machine
is used mainly on terrains with gravel, mud or sharp
stones.
• If track sag is not within specification, loosen or
tighten the track following the procedures detailed
below.
4-9
MAINTENANCE
Loosening the track
WARNING
Do not loosen the valve (1) quickly or too much as
grease pressure inside the cylinder might
dangerously eject it off its seat.
Loosen the valve with care, keeping the body parts
and face away from the valve (1).
Never loosen the grease fitting (2).
IMPORTANT: remove any matter such as mud or

gravel possibly stuck between sprockets and track
links before loosening.
• To loosen the track chain, turn slowly valve (1)

anticlockwise.
Wrench used: 19 mm 1
Then, the grease shall start getting out the base of

the valve.
2
• 1 to 1.5 turns of the valve (1) are sufficient to
loosen the track.
NOTE: if grease does not come out evenly, slowly

rotate the raised track. NH0229
• When proper track sag is obtained, turn valve (1)

clockwise and tigthen.
Tightening the track
WARNING
It is abnormal if the track remains tight after turning
valve (1) anticlockwise or if the track is still loose after
charging grease through the grease fitting (2). In such
cases NEVER ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE the
track or the track adjuster due to dangerous high-
pressure grease inside the track adjuster. Contact your
Dealer immediately.
• To tighten the track, inject grease from a grease

gun into fitting (2) until sag is within specification.
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MAINTENANCE
HYDRAULIC OIL TANK

Draining condensation
WARNING
The hydraulic oil tank is under pressure. Press the
pressure relieve button on the tank to relieve
pressure before maintenance. Danger of personal
injuries. 1
• Park the machine on a level surface and turn the

upperstructure 90° to obtain easy access.
• Switch off the Auto-Idle, fully turn the engine
engine, remove the ignition key and move the NH0230
safety lever in the locked position (LOCK). Wait
until the machine is cold.
• Press button (1) located on the tank to bleed the
pressure trapped inside.
CAUTION
Do not release the drain plug until oil has properly
cooled down. Contact with hydraulic oil at working
temperature may cause burns and personal injuries. 2
• When oil is cold, release the drain plug (2) and

drain condensation water and sediments into a NH0231
suitable container. Do not fully remove the plug,
release it enough to allow condensation and
sediments to drain. Otherwise, also hydraulic oil
would be drained out.
• After draining, fully tighten the plug (2).
Handle and dispose of water mixed to

hydraulic oil according to current
regulations. Use only authorised
disposal procedure. If in doubt, contact
authorities concerned.
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MAINTENANCE
FUEL TANK
Draining condensation
WARNING
Following the presence of flammable vapours,
extinguish all smoking materials and open flames
before checking fuel level, refuelling the machine,
replacing the filters, or removing the condensation
discharge plug.
• Park the machine on a level surface, with the

upperstructure turned to 90° to make access
easier;
• Rest the bucket to the ground;
safety lever in the locked position (LOCK). 2
• Get under the turret in correspondence with the
fuel tank and remove the guard.
• Remove plug (1) from draining valve (2). Slowly
open the cock and let condensation and deposits
drain into a a suitable container until only clean
fuel comes out.
1
NOTE: when the temperature is above 0 °C
draining can be done before engine start-up. When NH0232
working with temperatures below 0 °C, the tank
should be drained at the end of work, after engine
shut-down, as water might freeze and not drain
properly.
• Once the draining operation is over, close valve

(2) reinstall plug (1) and the guard.
Handle and dispose of the water mixed

with fuel oil according to current
legislation. Use only authorised
disposal procedures. If in doubt,
contact authorities concerned.
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MAINTENANCE
TRAVEL SIDE REDUCTION UNITS

Oil level check
WARNING
Travel reduction units and oil therein can reach high
operating temperatures. Therefore, the body must
be protected with suitable clothing, glasses and
protections to avoid burns and personal injuries.
Slowly loosen the filler/drain/level threaded plug
from the reduction units. This is to slowly relieve the
pressure which builds up inside the reduction units.
When checking oil level, stay at the side of the
reduction units for protection and wear safety 1
glasses.
Filler/drain/level plug alignment procedure, which is
described below, is to be carried out with the help of
a ground assistant. The assistant must stay clear of
the machine operating range.
Never service or inspect travel motor circuits when
on slope. They are under high pressure due to
machine weight.
• Park the machine on a level surface. The side

reduction unit should be positioned as to have the
plugs (1) and (2) as shown. Observance of this 2
position is essential to proper servicing.
• Rest the bucket to the ground. NH0233

• Wait until the machine is cold.
• Slowly release the threaded plug (1) gradually
relieving pressure from inside the reduction unit.
After relieving pressure, fully remove the plug (1)
from its seat.
• Check oil level inside the travel reduction unit
through the plug (1) seat. Oil level should be flush
with the hole. If oil is low, top up through the hole
of plug (1) (E215B) / (3) (E245B) until oil comes out
1
of the hole of plug (1)(E215B)/ (1)(E245B). 3
• Reinstall the threaded plugs (1). FILL
The above operation should be carried out on both
travel side reduction units.
IMPORTANT: do not top up using oil with different LEVEL

specifications than the one already contained in the
travel side reduction units (see the FILLING CHART
at the end of this Chapter).
DRAIN
NH0234
4 - 13
MAINTENANCE
SWING REDUCTION UNIT

Oil level check
WARNING
Never service or inspect swing motor circuits with
the machine parked on a slope. This circuit is under
high pressure due to machine weight.
CAUTION
The swing reduction unit and oil therein can reach
high operating temperatures. Therefore, while
carrying out this operation, the body must be
protected with suitable clothing and protections to
avoid burns and personal injuries.
• Park the machine on a level surface.

1
• Wait until the machine is cold.
• Check oil level in the reduction unit using the
dipstick (1).
• Level should be between the MIN and MAX.
2
• If oil level is low, remove the plug (2) and top up
through the filler neck. NH0235
• Reinstall the plug (2).
IMPORTANT: do not top up using oil with different

specifications than the one already contained in the
reduction unit (see the FILLING CHART at the end
of this Chapter).
max
min
NH0236
4 - 14
MAINTENANCE
OUTSIDE AIR FILTER CONDITIONER

Cleaning
IMPORTANT: the normal maintenance interval

requires the inspection every 250 hours. Under
particular ambient conditions (very dusty areas) it is
recommended to reduce such an interval at least
50%.
1
Proceed with the inspection if the outside air filter,
operating as follows:
• Place the machine on a flat surface.
• Rest the bucket on the ground.
• Switch off the Auto-Idle, turn the manual throttle
knob fully anticlockwise, cut-off the engine, extract
the starter key and place the safety lever in
(LOCK) position.
• Move the operator's seat fully forward and lower
the backrest.
• Remove the lower panel (1). 2
• Lift vertically outside air filter (2) and check its
conditions. In case it is found dirty, proceed with
its cleaning.
IMPORTANT: clean the outside air filter exclusively

with compressed air. Replace it every 10 cleaning
operations or, in any case every 2 years.
NH0237
• Reposition outside air filter (2) in its seat.

• Reinstall the lower panel (1).
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MAINTENANCE
AIR CLEANER: OUTER ELEMENT

Cleaning
IMPORTANT: operation to be performed also in the

case of activation of the relevant indicator light on
the display of the monitor.
CAUTION
Always wear safety glasses with side shields when
using compressed air to clean parts to reduce the
risk of personal injuries due to projected particles.
Limit pressure to 0.2 MPa (2 kg/cm2).
Proceed with the cleaning of the outer element of

the cleaner operating as follows:
• Position the machine on a flat surface.

knob anticlockwise, stop the engine, extract the
starter key and move the safety lever into (LOCK)
position. 1
• Open the air cleaner compartment and lock it in
open position.
• Release the four hooks (1) and remove the cover.
• Extract the outer element (2).
• Clean outer element (2) using compressed air.
Direct the air jet from the inside to the outside of NH0238
the filter.
• Check that there are no holes or cuts in the filter
placing a light inside the filter. The light shows
holes or cuts in the filter. In this case replace it.
• Install outer element (2) making sure that it is
properly positioned. 2
• Reinstall the fiters cover securing it with four
hooks (1).
• Close the air cleaners compartment door.
NH0239
4 - 16
MAINTENANCE
HARDWARE TIGHTENING TORQUES

Torque check
1
• Park the machine on a level surface. To assist
checking the fuel tank and hydraulic oil reservoir
mounting bolt tightening,swing the upperstructure
by 90° (see figure 1). Remaining checks can be
performed with the upperstructure parallel to the
carriage (see figure 2).
NH0240
speed manual control anti-clockwise, stop the
safety lever in the locked position (LOCK). 2
• Tightening torques should be checked using a
suitably pre-set torque wrench.
NH0241
Engine mounting bolts
WARNING
Always ensure that engine hood is correctly locked
in the open position. Danger of personal injuries
B
• Open engine hood and lock it in the open position.
• Check tightening torques of the following bolts: A A
A)Engine silent blocks retaining bolts
(radiator side):
- Bolt: M18 x 140
- Torque: 225 ± 22 Nm
- Bush: 27 mm
(pump side):
- Bolt: M18 x 140 NH0242
- Torque: 225 ± 22 Nm
- Bush: 27 mm
B)Engine bracket retaining bolts
B C
(radiator side):
- Bolt: M12 x 35
- Torque: 115 ± 12 Nm A A
- Bush: 19 mm
C)Engine bracket retaining bolts
(pump side)
- Bolt: M12 x 45
- Torque: 115 ± 12 Nm
- Bush: 19 mm
• Close engine hood and lock it using the two

catches. NH0243
4 - 17
MAINTENANCE
Fuel tank retaining bolts

• From under the machine, loosen the protection
panel retaining bolts at the fuel tank and remove
panel.
• Check bolt tightening torque as follows:
- Bolt: M16 x 40
- Torque: 21 ± 2 daNm
- Bush: 24 mm
• Reinstall protection panel and associated

retaining bolts.
NH0244
Hydraulic oil reservoir retaining bolts
• Get under the machine in correspondence with
the hydraulic oil tank.
• Check bolt tightening torque as follows:
- Bolt: M16 x 40
- Bush: 24 mm
NH0245
Hydraulic hose connections

• Check hydraulic hose connection tightening
torque as follows:
- Wrench: 36 mm
NH0246
Hydraulic pump to engine retaining bolts
• Open the hydraulic pump compartment cover and
latch it in the wide open position using the safety
catch.
• Check hydraulic pump retaining bolt torque as
follows:
- Bolt: M20 x 55
- Torque: 431 ± 43 Nm
- Wrench: 17 mm
• After checking, close the cover.
NH0247
4 - 18
MAINTENANCE
Control valve to bracket retaining bolts

• Check control valve to bracket retaining bolt
torque as follows.
- Bolt: M16 x 45
- Torque: 235 ± 24 Nm
- Bush: 24 mm
NH0248
Control valve bracket to frame retaining bolts
• Check control valve bracket to frame retaining
bolt torque as follows:
- Bolt: M16 x 35
- Torque: 284 ± 29 Nm
- Bush: 24 mm
NH0249
Swing reduction unit retaining bolts
• Check torque of the swing reduction unit retaining
bolts as follows:
- Bolt: M20 x 55
- Torque: 539 ± 54 Nm
- Bush: 30 mm
NH0250
Battery bracket retaining bolts
• Open the radiator bay cover and latch it in the
wide open position using the catches.
• Check bracket retaining bolt torque as follows:
- Torque: 15 ± 1.5 Nm
NH0251
4 - 19
MAINTENANCE
Cab mounting bolts

• Check cab mounting bolts torque as follows:
- Bolt: M12
- Bush: 19 mm
NH0252
Swing bearing retaining bolts

• Check torque of the swing bearing to carriage
bolts (A) and swing bearing to upperstructure
bolts (B) as follows:
Swing bearing to carriage bolts:
- Bolt: M20 x 1.5 x 65
- Bush: 30 mm
NH0253
Swing bearing to upperstructure bolts:

- Bolt: M20
- Bush: 30 mm
NH0254
4 - 20
MAINTENANCE
Travel reduction unit retaining bolts

• Check torque of the travel reduction unit to
carriage bolts (A) and ring gear to reduction unit A
bolts (B) as follows:
• Loosen the bolts retaining the reduction unit inner
protection and remove protection.
Travel reduction unit to carriage bolts (A):
- Bolt: M16 x 60
- Torque: 279 ± 29 Nm
- Bush: 24 mm
• After checking, reinstall the reduction unit inner

protection and associated retaining bolts.
NH0255
Ring gear to reduction unit bolts (B):

- Bolt: M20 x 2.5 x 50
- Torque: 57 ± 3 daNm B
- Bush: 30 mm
NH0256
Upper roller retaining bolts
• Check upper roller retaining bolt torque as
follows:
- Bolt: M16 x 45
- Torque: 279 ± 29 Nm
- Bush: 24 mm
Lower roller retaining bolts NH0257
• Check lower roller retaining bolt torque as follows:
E215B E245B
- Bolt: M18 x 1.5 x 80 M18 x 80
- Torque: 40 ± 4 daNm 50 ± 3 daNm
- Bush: 27 mm 27 mm
NH0258
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Shoe and track retaining bolts and nuts

• Check torque of the shoe and track retaining bolts
as follows:
E215B E245B
- Bolt: M20 x 1.5 M20
- Torque: 85 daNm 70 ± 5 daNm
- Bush: 30 mm 30 mm
M0032
Counter weight retaining bolts

• Check counterweight retaining bolt torque as
follows:
- Bolt: M30 x 3 x 280

-10
- Torque: 160+20 daNm
- Bush: 46 mm
NH0281
Screws securing the track chain guard
• Proceed with the torque tightening check, as
indicated below, of the screws securing the track
chain guard:
E215B E245B
- Bolt: M18 x 45 M20 x 75
- Torque: 40 ± 4 daNm 57 ± 3 daNm
- Bush: 27 mm 30 mm
M0031
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HOSES AND CONNECTIONS

Check and assembly instructions
CAUTION
Always make sure that the engine hood, once open,
has the locking device securely applied; there is a
danger for personal injuries. Move the safety lever in
the locked position LOCK.
- Leakages of fluids under pressure could penetrate
the skin, causing serious injuries. To avoid such a
risk, search for leakages using a piece of
cardboard.
- Make sure that hands and body are protected
against fluids under high pressures. In the event
an accident occurs, seek immediate specialised
medical care. All liquids penetrating the skin must
be surgically removed within a few hours, since a
gangrene could develop.
- Leakages of hydraulic fluid and lubricants could
cause fires, resulting in serious injuries.
- Start maintenance operation of hydraulic
components only after they are totally cooled-off,
as well as hydraulic fluids and lubricants and after
discharging all residual pressures.
- Keep in mind that maintaining overheated and
pressurised hydraulic components could result in
sudden leakages of pressurised oil, resulting in
possible personal injuries.
- Keep all parts of body and limbs and face away
from plugs and screws in the event they are
removed.
- Hydraulic components could be pressurised even
after cooling-off.
- Never perform maintenance nor inspection
operations on travel and swing motor circuits with
the machine on gradients. They are highly
pressurised by the weight of the machine.
- Besides protective clothing, always wear glasses
with side shields and oil proof gloves.
- Fluid under pressure. Always rest the hydraulic
equipment on the ground. Stop the engine, then
press the pressure discharge button located on
the hydraulic reservoir prior to perform any
maintenance operation.
- Components of the hydraulic system can reach
considerably high temperature when in operation.
Wait for the machine to cool-off, prior to beginning
maintenance or inspection operations..
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MAINTENANCE

safety lever in the locked position (LOCK). Wait
until the machine has cooled down.
• Open the engine hood, the hydraulic pump
compartment door and the air cleaner, battery and
radiators doors, locking them in maximum open
position..
Hoses and lines check

• Check for missing or loose clamps, kinked hoses,
line-to-hose rubbing. Check oil cooler for
damages. Check proper tightening of the oil
cooler flange bolts. This check will also exhibit
possible leaks.
• Check the hoses, lines and oil cooler at the check
points listed below to assess possible damages
which may be the cause for future leaks. If any
fault is found, replace or tighten the connections.
• Tighten, repair or replace all damaged, loose or
missing clamps. Check the hydraulic oil cooler,
cooler sleeves and companion flanges which
should be free from leaks. Replace damaged or
worn hoses and lines.
• Never bend or hit high pressure lines.
• Never install hoses or lines if damaged or bent.
• When connecting hoses and/or lines, pay
attention to keep sealing surfaces clean from dirt
and not to damage them. Observe the following
precautions:
- wash pipes and hoses both, inside and outside,
with washing fluid and thoroughly dry them
before reconnecting.
- use exclusively O-Ring seals without damages
or faults. Pay attention not to damage seals
during assembly.
- do not kink high pressure hoses when
connecting them. Duration of kinked hoses is
drastically reduced.
- carefully tighten the low pressure hose clamps
to the torque specified: 0.6 to 0.7 daNm. Do not
overtighten.
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Sealed connections
Two types of sealed connections are used for hoses
and pipes:
1 2
• Connections with O-Ring seals

An O-Ring seal (4) is fitted into its seat (1) special-
ly provided at connection end (3);
- Upon assembly, always replace the O-Ring
seals with new parts.
- Before tightening the nut (5), always ensure that
the O-Ring seal (4) is located into its seat (1). If
not, the O-Ring seal may be damaged when the 3 4 5
nut is tightened.
NH0283
- Carefully avoid scratching or damaging in any
manner the O-Ring seal seat (1) surface
towards the connection (3) and contact surface
(2) inside the nut (5). A scratch on these
surfaces can damage the seal and cause oil
leakage.
- If a connection leaks, check that the O-Ring seal
(4) is correctly installed into its seat (1) before
tightening the nut (install new O-rings also in this
case).
Connection tightening torques.
Wrench (mm) 27 32 36 41 50
Tightening
torque 1.5 13.5 18 21 33
daNm
Permissible tolerance ± 10%
• Connection with metal sealing

In this case, metal sealing is obtained by contact
of the tapered surface (7) of connection (6) and ta-
pered seat (9) in the pipe (10). This is used for 6 7 10
small diameter fittings. Be very careful during dis-
assembly and assembly to avoid damaging the
contact surfaces.
Wrench (mm) 19 22 27 36 41
Tightening
torque 2.9 4.9 7.8 11.8 13.7
daNm
9
NH0284
IMPORTANT: Metal sealing surfaces cannot be
repaired if damaged. Overtightening connections
with damaged metal sealing surfaces does not
solve the leakage.
• Close the hood and the covers of the hydraulic

pump compartment, battery/radiator bay, and air
filter bay.
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FUEL HOSES
Check
WARNING
Never use gasoline, solvents or other flammable
fluids to wash components. Use approved, non
flammable, non toxic commercial solvents only.
has the locking device securely engaged; there is a
danger for personal injuries.
CAUTION
You are reminded that the engine can reach a high
temperature during operation. Protect body and
limbs with appropriate clothing and protections,
since there is a danger for burns and personal
injuries.
• Place the machine on a flat surface.

• Switch off the Auto-Idle, turn completely the
engine speed manual control knob anticlockwise,
cut-off the engine, extract the starter key and
place the safety lever in LOCK position.
• Wait for the machine to cool-off.
• Open the engine hood and lock it in open position.
• Check the hoses to identify and eliminate
wrinkling and that they are free from signs of
rubbing which could cause leakages.
• Check the hoses in the points indicated in the
table to identify and eliminate eventual leakages
or any other damage which could result in a future
leakage. In the event troubles are found on hoses,
they must be replaced or tightened, as indicated
by the table.
• Repair or change all hoses which result to be
loosen or damaged. Never install bent or
damaged hoses.
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Check point Trouble Remedy
Hose end Tighten or 1

Leakage (1)
replace
2 3
Cracking (4) Replace
Metal sleeve Rubbing (2) Replace
Tearing (3) Replace
Hose Bending (5) Replace
Replace (use an
Folding (6) appropriate 1 4
bending radius)
Hose end and Deformation or

Replace
joints corrosion (7)
5 5 6
NOTE: please refer to the illustrations on the side

for each check point or for the description of the
trouble. Use genuine spare parts only.
• Close the engine hood. 7
NH0285
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MAINTENANCE

Boom and arm
Engine oil and filter 21 L
Fuel filters
Engine cooling system
Swing bearing and gear
Air conditioner
Air conditioner filter: air recirculation
Bio-degradable hydraulic oil (upon request)
BOOM AND ARM

Lubrication
IMPORTANT: within the first 500 OPERATING

hours work it is necessary to perform the lubrication
operations listed in chapter BREAK-IN.

• Rest the bucket to the ground and position the
boom to obtain easy access to all greasing points
shown. If necessary, use only safety ladders
during lubrication.
safety lever in the locked position (LOCK). NH0286
• Use a grease gun to pump grease of the

prescribed type (see FILLING CHART at the end
of this chapter) into the lubrication stations
indicated in the figures:
- Monoblock version: 7 grease fittings located
between the boom cylinders.
- Triple articulation version: 7 grease fittings
located between the boom cylinders + 4 grease
fittings located on the arm.
NOTE: with triple articulation type machines,

position the boom so that it becomes easy to reach
the 4 grease fittings located on the arm.
NH0287
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ENGINE OIL AND FILTER

Replacement
2
DANGER 1
Never operate the engine of this machine in
enclosed areas and without systems for the
evacuation of fumes, since exhaust fumes are toxic.
WARNING
Make sure that the engine hood, when open, always
has the locking mechanism well secured. There is a NH0288
danger of personal injuries.
You are reminded that the engine and its oil can
reach high temperature when in operation, thus it is
essential that when this operation is performed
while the engine is still hot, the body is protected by
2
appropriate clothing and safety devices, since there
is a danger for personal injuries and burns.
3
CAUTION
Avoid prolonged and repeated skin contacts with
spent engine oil, since it this could cause skin
injuries or other syndromes. In the event of a
contact, wash accurately the part involved.
NH0289

knob anticlockwise, cut-off the engine, extract the
position.
• Open the engine hood compartment and lock it in
open position.
• Remove plug (1) and extract dipstick (2). These
two operations provide a faster draining of the oil
contained by the sump.
• Get under the turret, loosen the screws securing 4
guard (3) and remove it from its seat.
NH0290
• Loosen manually plug (4).
• Tighten manually the connection complete with
pipe (5) (provided with the machine) on valve
body (6). Once this operation is over, open the
valve located inside valve body (6) letting the
spent oil to drain into an appropriate container.
• Once the draining operation is over, remove the 6
connection complete with pipe (5), install plug (4)
on valve body (6) and guard (3).
5
NH0291
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Replace filter (7) proceeding in the following

manner:
• Open the hydraulic pump compartment panel and

lock it in open position with the locking device.
• Clean the contact area and around the filter. 8
• Loosen filter (7) using a general tool.
• Lubricate the gasket of the new filter with engine
oil. 7
• Hand tighten the filter until the gasket touches
support (8).
• Tighten the filter further ¾ turn using a general
tool.
• Close the hydraulic pump compartment panel.
NH0292
Handle and dispose of exhausted
engine oil and filters, in accordance
with current regulations. Use only
authorised disposal procedures and, in
case of doubts, contact the appropriate
authorities.
Then proceed with the refilling with oil of the type,

grade and quantity prescribed (see the FILLING
CHART at the end of this Chapter) operating as
described here below:
• Pour oil into the engine through filler neck (1) until
the maximum level indicated on dipstick (2) is
reached. 2
• Then, tighten plug (1) and insert dipstick (2).
1
• Start the engine, let it run a few minutes then cut
it off.
• Use dipstick (2) to check again the level and top-
up in the event it has changed with respect to the
previous check.
NOTE: insert the dipstick slowly into its seat so as to

prevent that pressure alters the reading of the level.
NH0288
• Close the engine hood and secure it hooking the

two securing devices.
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MAINTENANCE
FUEL FILTERS
Replacement
WARNING
Beware, during the removal phase, to prevent
spilling the fuel present in the filter: fire danger. 3
Replace the fuel filters operating as follow:

4
• Park the machine on a flat surface.
knob fully counter clockwise, cut-off the engine,
remove the starting key and place the safety lever
in LOCK position.
• Let the machine to cool-off. 1 2
• Open the hydraulic pumps compartment door and
secure it in open position using the locking device.
• Clean the zone around filters (1) and (2).
• Loosen bleeding screws (3) and (4).
• Provide an appropriate container and place it
under the fuel filters..
• Turn slowly draining ring-nuts (5) e (6) and drain
completely the fuel left inside the filters.
• Remove the filters using the appropriate cup type 6
wrench or a general purpose tool.
• Fill the new filters with clean fuel and hand tighten
5
them until the gasket contacts the support body.
Tighten further the filters turning them half a turn. NH0293
Then, bleed the air that was introduced in the fuel

system during the replacement of the filters, 7
• With bleeding screws (3) and (4) loosen, actuate
repeatedly button (7) located on fuel pre-filter (8)
until from the loosen connection of screws (3) and
(4) a minimal quantity of fuel free from air bubbles 8
gets out..
• Tighten bleeding screws (3) and (4).
Handle and dispose of exhausted fuel

filters, in accordance with current NH0294
disposal procedures and, in case of
doubts, contact the appropriate
authorities.
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Cleaning
WARNING
in the open position. Danger of personal injuries.
CAUTION
Compressed air or pressure water jets will be used 1
to perform this operation. Therefore, suitable
clothing must be used to protect the body. In
particular, wear glasses with side shields.
Keep people not involved in the maintenance work
outside the working area.
NH0295

2
• Get under the machine and remove the screws
securing lower panel (1) located in
correspondence with the radiators and remove it
from its seat.
• Open the radiator compartment panel and the
engine hood and secure them in open position.
• Loosen wing nuts (2) and remove guard. In this
manner it is possible to reach the radiator cores.
• Using compressed air or a jet of water, clean
accurately, directing the jet from the upper part of
the radiators toward the bottom.
• Once the cleaning operation is over, reinstall
guard using wing nuts (2) and close the engine
hood.
• Then get under the machine, reinstall guard (1)
securing it with the relevant screws and close the
radiator compartment panel.
IMPORTANT: use compressed air or pressure

water not exceeding 0.2 MPa, (2 kg/cm2) to avoid NH0296
damaging radiator fins and coils.
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MAINTENANCE
SWING BEARING AND GEAR

Swing bearing lubrication
WARNING
The lubrication operations of the bullgear must be
performed by a single person only. Prior to starting
the operations, have all bystanders move away from
the zone of operation of the machine.
Lubricate the bullgear bearing operating as follows:

• With the upperstructure stationary, inject grease
of the specified type (See the FILLING CHART at 1
the end of this Chapter) through the grease fitting
(1).
• Start the engine, raise the bucket approximately
20 cm from the ground and swing the
upperstructure by 45° (1/8 of a turn).
• Lower the bucket to the ground.
• Repeat the procedure above three times. Always
NH0297
observe safety precautions supplied at the
beginning of the paragraph.
• Grease should be injected until it is seen coming
out of the seals. Do not inject excess grease.
Swing gear lubrication

• Remove the upper cover (2).
• Surfaces of the swing gear should appear
lubricated and visible grease should be free from
impurities.
• If needed, add 0.5 L of grease. If grease looks
contaminated, replace it.
• Reinstall the cover (2).
NH0298
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MAINTENANCE
AIR CONDITIONER
Check
Check the quantity of refrigerant in the air
conditioner system operating as follows:
2 4
• Start the engine, position the machine on a flat
surface and rest the bucket on the ground.
• Move the engine speed hand control knob to
intermediate speed.
• Activate the climate system by pressing button
(1).
• Adjust the air flow from the air jets to maximum by
pressing button (2). 3 1
• Adjust the minimum temperature by pressing
button (3). NH0259
• Start the conditioner by pressing button (4).

• Open the radiator compartment panel and check
the quantity of refrigerant through visual gauge (5)
located on drier (6) that provides the following
visual indications:
A) Appropriate quantity of refrigerant: bubbles
6
appear on the gauge . Thereafter, the indicator
is transparent and then becomes foggy.
B) The system is overloaded: no bubbles are
ever seen on the visual gauge.
C) Insufficient quantity of refrigerant: bubbles
appear constantly on the visual gauge.
IMPORTANT: when the system is overloaded (B) or

the quantity of refrigerant is insufficient (C), please
contact the Dealer. 5
NH0282
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MAINTENANCE
AIR CONDITIONER FILTER: AIR RECIRCULATION

Cleaning
IMPORTANT: the normal maintenance interval

prescribes an inspection every 250 hours. Under
particular ambient conditions (very dusty zones) it is
recommended that such interval be reduced at least
by half.
Inspect the external recirculation air filter as follows:

• Rest the bucket to the ground. 1
• Lift rubber floor mat (1).
• Extract air recirculation filter (2) and check its
condition. In case it is dirty, clean it.
IMPORTANT: clean the air recirculation filter

exclusively with compressed air. Replace it every 10
cleanings and in any case, every 2 years.
2
• Reposition air recirculation filter (2) in its seat,
making sure that the arrow visible on it is directed
upwards.
• Reposition correctly rubber mat (1). NH0316
BIO-DEGRADABLE HYDRAULIC OIL

(UPON REQUEST)
Sampling
The sampling of oil for analysis must occur every

500 operating hours, using the kit and the relevant
instructions provided by the Dealer.
The sample must be shipped by the Customer to
PANOLIN AG., that shall provide the required tests.
It is the Dealer’s responsibility to inform the
Customer in the event the oil lacks the required
characteristics for continuing its use.
IMPORTANT: in case special attachments are used

(hydraulic breaker etc.) the oil analysis must be
performed every 250 hours work.
NH0269
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Air filters
Hydraulic system return oil filter
Fuel pre-filter
AIR FILTERS
Replacement
IMPORTANT: under particular ambient conditions

(very dusty areas) it is recommended to reduce the
replacement interval at least 50 %.
1
Proceed with the replacement of the air filter


• Rest the bucket on the ground. NH0238
• Switch off the engine, extract the starter key and

move the safety lever into (LOCK) position.
• Open the air cleaner compartment panel and lock 2
it in open position.
• Release the four hooks (1) and remove the filters
cover.
• Extract outer element (2) and inner element (3).
• Clean inside the filters canister.
• Install a new inner element and a new outer
element making sure that they are properly
seated.
• Reinstall the filters cover and secure it with the
four hooks (1).
NH0299
• Close the air cleaner compartment door.
NH0299
NH0324
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MAINTENANCE
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM RETURN OIL FILTER

Replacement
WARNING
The components and pipes of the hydraulic system can
reach high temperatures. Thus it is recommended to
cut-off the machine and let it cool-off prior to performing
any inspection or maintenance operation. Danger of
burns. The hydraulic oil tank is pressurised. Press the
button on the tank to bleed the pressure prior to
performing maintenance operations. Danger of
personal injuries.
IMPORTANT: the first replacement of the hydraulic

system return oil filter is prescribed at 50 HOURS of
operation, as described in the paragraph BREAK-IN.

• Remove the six screws (2) securing cover (3).
• Remove spring (4) and extract filter kit assembly
(5) from the tank.
• Remove O-Ring (6) from cover (3).
• Disassemble the elements of filter kit assembly (5)
as indicated in the figure.
• Reinstall filter kit assembly (5), replacing:
- l’O-ring (7) on valve (8);
- the two elements of filter (9) on valve (8);
- seal (10) on plate (11).
• Insert a new O-Ring (6) on cover (3).
• Insert filter kit assembly (5) in the tank, install
spring (4) and cover (3) in its seat.
• Tighten screws (2) to the prescribed torque.
Tightening torque: 46 ± 5 Nm.
Handle and dispose of hydraulic

system return oil filter according to
current regulations. Use only
authorised disposal procedure. If in
doubt, contact authorities concerned.
Element Kit
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FUEL PRE-FILTER
Sostituzione
WARNING
Pay attention, during the disassembly phase, not to
spill the fuel in the filter; there is a danger of fires.
Proceed with the replacement of the fuel pre-filter,


• Switch off the engine, extract the starter key and
place the safety lever in lock position (LOCK).
NH323
• Open the pump compartment and lock it in open
position.
• Remove fuel pre-filter (1) using a filter wrench.
• Apply a light film of clean fuel on the new pre-filter.
• Fill the new pre-filter with clean fuel and tighten it
manually until the gasket touches the sealing
face.
• Using a filter wrench, tighten pre-filter (1) ¾ turn
further.
Bleeding air
• Proceed with the bleeding of the air that, during
the replacement of the pre-filter, was introduced
into the fuel system. Perform this operation as
follows:
- Loosen the bleed screw (2) to allow air to bleed.
- Repeatedly press the button (3) located on the
priming pump to circulate fuel inside the fuel
system.
- Continue priming until a minimum amount of fuel
free of bubble comes out of the loosened bleed
screw (2). Close the screw.
- Start the engine.
• Close the pump compartment.
Handle and dispose of used fuel filters

only authorised disposal procedures. If
in doubt, contact authorities concerned.
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Alternator - fan belt
ALTERNATOR - FAN BELT

Replacement
WARNING
has the locking device securely applied; there is a
danger for personal injuries.
Never place any part of the body near belts or
rotating blades. Be particularly aware near fans
(alternator and radiator fan).
CAUTION
The engine, when in operation, can reach high
temperatures. Thus, prior to performing these
operations, cut-off the machine and let it cool-off. In
the event it is imperative to operate just the same on
an hot engine, protect body and limbs with
appropriate clothing and protections, since there is
a danger of burns and personal injuries.
Proceed with the replacement of the fan-alternator

belt operating as follows:

• Switch-off the Auto-Idle, turn the manual throttle
position.
• Open the engine hood compartment and lock it in
open position.
• Insert a square wrench into seat (1) and pull in the
direction indicated by the arrow to move tensioner
(2) and free the belt.
• Proceed with the installation of the new belt,
making sure that it is arranged as indicated in the
figure.
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MAINTENANCE

Travel side reduction units
Swing reduction unit 3L
Engine cooling system 26 L
Swing gear
Pilot system hydraulic oil filter
(*) Olio idraulico biodegradabile 166 L
(*) Upon request
TRAVEL SIDE REDUCTION UNITS

Oil replacement
WARNING
You are reminded that the travel reduction units and
their oil can reach, during operation, high
temperatures, thus it is indispensable to protect
body and limbs with appropriate clothing, glasses
and protections, since there is a danger of burns
and personal injuries.
Loosen slowly the threaded plugs for the inspection
of the oil level in the reduction units. This is to allow
a slow bleeding of the pressure created inside the
final drives.
When changing the oil, stand in a out-of-line position
with respect to the side of the reduction units and
always wear protective glasses.
The operation for the alignment of the reduction
units filling and level check plugs, described here
below, must be made with an assistant on the
ground. However, this assistant must always stand
away from the field of action of the machine.
Never perform maintenance or inspection
operations on the cirtuits of the travel motors on
gradients. They are strongly pressurised due to the
effect of the weight of the machine.
• Park the machine on a level surface. - Rest the bucket to the ground.
The reduction units should be positioned as to - Switch off the Auto-Idle, fully turn the engine
have the plugs (1), (2) as shown. speed manual control anti-clockwise, stop the
Observance of this position is essential to proper engine, remove the ignition key and move the
servicing. safety lever in the locked position (LOCK). The
• After positioning the reduction unit for either machine should be positioned as shown.
discharge or filling, set the machine controls as
follows:
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MAINTENANCE
Oil draining
• Position the reduction unit as shown and slowly
release the threaded plug (1) gradually relieving
pressure from inside the reduction unit. After
relieving pressure, fully remove the plug (1) from
its seat. Loosen plug (2), and take it out of its seat.
Allow oil to drain in a suitable container.
Oil refilling E215B

• Tighten plug (2) and refill through the hole of plug
(1) with the prescribed oil (see the FILLING
1
CHART at the end of this Chapter) until it flows out
the plug itself. Oil flowing out indicates that the
correct level is reached.
• Reinstall plug (1).

Oil refilling E245B

• Tighten plug (2)
• Remove plug (3) nd fill through the filling hole, the 2
oil indicated (see FILLING CHART at the end of
this chapter) until it spills from the level hole from NH0233
which plug (1) has been removed.
• Reinstall plugs (1) and (3) in the relevant seats.

Handle and dispose of travel side

reduction unit oil according to current
disposal procedure. If in doubt,
1
3
FILL
LEVEL
DRAIN
NH0234
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MAINTENANCE

Oil replacement
WARNING
Never service or inspect swing reduction unit
circuits with the machine parked on a slope. This
circuit is under high pressure due to machine
weight.
CAUTION
Swing reduction units and oil therein can reach high
operating temperatures. Therefore, while carrying
out this operation with the machine still hot, the body
must be protected with suitable clothing and
protections to avoid burns and personal injuries.

• Remove the oil level dipstick (1) and filler plug (2).
• From under the machine, loosen the plug (3)
installed in the drain hose end and allow oil to
drain in a suitable container.
• Reinstall plug (3).
Refill using oil of type, grade and quantity specified

(see the FILLING CHART at the end of this
Chapter). Proceed as follows:
- Pour new oil through the filler neck (2) until
reaching the correct level which should be
between the MIN and MAX marks on the
dipstick.
• Reinstall the filler plug (2).
Handle and dispose of swing reduction

unit oil according to current
disposal procedure. In case of doubt,
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MAINTENANCE

Lubrification
AVVERTENZA
each high operating temperatures. Therefore, while
carrying out this operation with the machine still hot,
the body must be protected with suitable clothing
and protections to avoid burns and personal
injuries.

• Use a grease gun to pump grease of the
prescribed type (see FILLING CHART at the end
of this chapter) into grease fitting (1). Stop the
operation once grease starts to get out from valve
(2).
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MAINTENANCE

Engine coolant replacement and system
flushing
DANGER
Do not run the engine in closed spaces without
proper ventilation and/or an adequate system
capable to remove noxious exhaust gases.
WARNING
CAUTION
Pressure fluid. Turn the cap slowly before removing
it completely to relieve pressure. Do not loosen the
radiator cap when the engine is hot to avoid burn
hazard.
Do not perform this operation when the machine is
still hot. Contact with engine coolant at working
temperature may cause burns and personal injuries.
IMPORTANT: never use sealant additives to stop

leaks from the cooling system. Failure to observe
this rule might cause system obstruction with
consequent insufficient flow of coolant, temperature
increase and engine overheating.
• Park the machine on a flat surface.

• Switch off the Auto-Idle, turn completely the
engine speed manual control knob anticlockwise,
cut-off the engine, extract the starter key and
place the safety lever in LOCK position.
• Open the engine hood and the air cleaner,
batteries and radiator compartment door, locking
them in open position.
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MAINTENANCE
Draining of coolant
Drain the coolant operating as follows:
• Loosen slightly radiator cap (1) to bleed

completely the pressure inside the radiator, then
loosen the cap and remove it.
• Get under the turret, loosen the securing screws
of guard (2) and remove it from its seat.
• Open draining valve (3) and let the coolant drain
into a container of appropriate capacity. Once the
operation is over, retighten the valve.
• Inspect carefully the sleeves checking that they
are trouble free and tight (replace them if required)
and tighten the securing band if slacken. Check
the there are no leakages from the radiator,
damages or accumulation of dirt.
Flushing the cooling system

Proceed with the flushing of the cooling system
• With valve (3) closed, fill, through radiator filler

neck (1), clean water and a cleaning flushing
agent until the radiator is fully filled, then tighten
cap (1) of the radiator.
• Start the engine at let it run at a speed slightly over
idle, until the temperature gauge, located on the
monitoring panel, reaches the white zone. Then,
let the engine operate for about 10 minutes.
• Cut-off the engine and let it cool-off.
• Drain the water and detergent following the
procedure described here above.
• Then refill the cooling system with fresh water only
and flush the system again. Repeat this operation
until the water drained is clean.
• Drain the liquid left in expansion tank (4).
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MAINTENANCE
Filling the cooling system

Proceed with the filling of the cooling system
• Make sure that draining valve (3) is closed.

• Fill the system using the prescribed coolant liquid
(see FILLING CHART at the end of this chapter)
through the radiator filler neck (2) until it is fully
filled.
NOTE: when the coolant is topped-up, proceed

slowly to prevent the formation of air bubbles in the
system.
• Install radiator cap (1) and complete the filling of

expansion tank (4).
• Close the engine hood. get under the turret and
reinstall guard (2) securing it with the relevant
screws.
• Start the engine and let it operate several minutes.
• Cut-off the engine, let it cool-off and check the
coolant level in expansion tank (4). The coolant
level must be between the marks FULL and LOW.
In the event the coolant is insufficient, top-up.
• Close the radiator compartment panel.
Handle and dispose of coolant in

accordance with current regulations.
Use only approved procedures for the
disposal and, in case of doubts,
consult with the appropriate
Authorities.
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MAINTENANCE
SWING GEAR
Check
IMPORTANT: the deterioration of the grease can

cause the wear of the pinion of the swing reduction
and the teeth of the swing gear.
• Remove screws (1) of inspection cover (2) located

on the front side of the turret.
• Remove inspection cover (2) and the relevant
seal, then check the conditions of the grease and
the swing gear teeth.
The grease could appear murky, however, if the
viscosity is high, this is due to a slight infiltration of
water and it is not a symptom of a malfunction.
• Once the inspection is over, reinstall inspection
cover (2) after replacing the relevant seal.
IMPORTANT: in case the grease is contaminated or

the swing gear teeth have wear signs, it is
necessary to change the grease. In this case,
contact the Dealer since this operation involves the
removal of the turret.
If the presence of water is found inside the swing

gear, proceed as described here below to drain it:
• Get under the turret, remove screws (3) of cover
(4).
• Remove cover (4) and the relevant seal and let the
water drain out.
• Once the operation is over, reinstall cover (4) after
replacing the relevant seal.
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MAINTENANCE
PILOT SYSTEM HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER

Cleaning
CAUTION
Never perform this operation while the machine is
still very hot. Hydraulic oil at operating temperature
can cause burns and personal injuries, in the event
is contacts the skin.

• Cut-off the auto-idle, turn the manual throttle knob
anticlockwise, cut-off the engine, extract the
position.
CAUTION
The hydraulic oil is pressurised. Press button (1)
located on the tank to bleed the pressure.
• Open the hydraulic pump compartment and

secure it in open position using the locking device.
• Remove hose (1) and the connector (2).
• Remove line filter (3).
• Clean line filter (3) with light oil.
• Attach line filter (3), in place, install the connector
(2) and hose (1).
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MAINTENANCE
BIODEGRADABLE HYDRAULIC OIL

(UPON REQUEST)
Replacement
Specifications
• Recommended oil PANOLIN AG. - HLP SYNTH 46.
Operating range
• Ambient temperature: -20 °C to 40 °C.
• Oil temperature in the reservoir -20 °C to 95 °C.
Instructions for use
IMPORTANT: biodegradable hydraulic oil must not

be mixed with mineral hydraulic oil.
Oil change Oil sampling for analysis
Every 2000 hours Every 500 hours
• Oil samples to be analysed should be taken every

500 hours of operation using the sampling kit and
related instructions supplied by the Dealer.
• The samples should be sent by the Customer to
PANOLIN AG., that will carry out necessary NH0269
analyses. The Dealer will then inform the

Customer when oil characteristics are no longer
suitable for use.
IMPORTANT: if special equipments (hydraulic

breaker, etc.) are used, oil sampling for analysis
should be done every 250 hours.
IMPORTANT: Oil should be changed if the Dealer

informs the Customer that oil is outside operating
limits. Failure to observe this measure will invalidate
the warranty and may cause damages to the
machine.
• To change the hydraulic oil, please refer to the

procedure described in the 5000 HOURS WORK
MAINTENANCE paragraph “HYDRAULIC
SYSTEM OIL”.
Replacing mineral hydraulic oil with

biodegradable hydraulic oil.
IMPORTANT: if the machine was bought filled with

mineral hydraulic oil and you what to change to
biodegradable hydraulic oil (option), this operation
must be carried out by the Dealer personnel. In fact,
it is necessary to thoroughly drain mineral oil and
flush the entire hydraulic system. Remember that
mineral hydraulic oil must not be mixed with
biodegradable hydraulic oil.
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MAINTENANCE
Service reminder plate
A summary decal (1) indicating the main lubrication,

cleaning and replacement operations to be
performed periodically, is located inside the tool
compartment.
This decal differs from the one normally applied to
the machine. since it lists the maintenance
sequences related to biodegradable hydraulic oil.
Lubrication
Fan/alternator belt replacement
Final drive oil change
Engine oil change
Hydraulic system oil change (*)
Air cleaner replacement
Hydraulic system oil filter replacement
Oil tank breather filter replacement
Fuel filter replacement
Pilot system filter cleaning
Fuel pre-filter replacement
Swing gear teeth grease inspection
Engine oil filter replacement
Sampling of biodegradable oil for analysis
Engine coolant change
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MAINTENANCE

Engine valves (*)
ENGINE VALVES
Valve check and adjustment
WARNING
CAUTION
The engine reaches high working temperatures.
Therefore, it is necessary to let the machine cool
down prior to carrying out this operation.
IMPORTANT: contact your authorised Dealer to

perform this service. OM0347
• Valve clearance is as follows:

- Intake: ................................. 0.25 ± 0.05 mm
- Discharge:........................... 0.50 ± 0.05 mm
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MAINTENANCE

Hydraulic system oil (*) 166 L
Hydraulic oil tank breather filter
(*) IMPORTANT: if the machine was filled with biodegradable hydraulic oil PANOLIN AG.-HLP SYNT 46 (option),
take note that this oil cannot be mixed with mineral hydraulic oil.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL

Replacement
DANGER
Never operate the engine of this machine in enclosed
areas and without systems for the evacuation of
fumes, since exhaust fumes are toxic.
WARNING
The components and pipes of the hydraulic system
can reach high temperatures. Thus it is
recommended to cut-off the machine and let it cool-
off prior to performing any inspection or
maintenance operation. danger of burns.The
hydraulic oil tank is pressurised. Press the button on
the tank to bleed the pressure prior to performing
maintenance operations. danger of personal
injuries.
• Position the machine on a flat surface with the

turret swung 90 ° to facilitate the access.
• Position the front attachment as indicated in the
figure.
position.
• Clean the upper side of the hydraulic oil tank to
prevent dirt to contaminate the hydraulic system.
• Press release button (1) located on the tank to
bleed the inside pressure.
• Loosen the six securing screws (3) using a 17 mm
wrench and remove cover (4).
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MAINTENANCE
• Remove suction filter assembly (5) and O-Ring

(6).
• Remove the hydraulic system return oil filter
inside cover (2) as described in the 1000 HOUR
WORK MAINTENANCE paragraph
"HYDRAULIC SYSTEM RETURN OIL FILTER".
• Suck the oil from the tank using an appropriate
pump.
• Get under the turret and remove draining plug (8)
thus letting the residual oil draining into a
container.
• Clean, install and tighten draining plug (8).
Tightening torque: 162 ± 15 Nm
• Replace the hydraulic system return oil filter as
described in 1000 HOUR WORK
MAINTENANCE paragraph "HYDRAULIC
SYSTEM RETURN OIL FILTER".
• Clean suction filter (5). In the event the filter must
be replaced, install a new filter on the rod.
• Install a new O-Ring (6) and suction filter
assembly (5).
• Pour through the suction filter oil of a prescribed
type, grade and quantity (see the FILLING
CHART at the end of this Chapter) until the level
is included between the marks MIN and MAX on
level sight gauge (9) located inside the hydraulic
pumps compartment.
• Install cover (4) ensuring that the suction filter
assembly is correctly seated.
Tighten the screws (3).
Tightening torque: 46 ± 5 Nm
Handle and dispose of hydraulic oil

and filters according to current
disposal procedure. If in doubt, contact
authorities concerned.
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MAINTENANCE
HYDRAULIC OIL TANK BREATHER FILTER

Replacement
Proceed with the replacement of the filter located

inside the breather cap operating as follows:
• Press release button (1) to bleed the pressure.

• Remove the rubber plug.
• Loosen nut (2).
• Loosen filter cover (3).
• Remove filter (4) and replace it.
To reinstall it, reverse the disassembly operation.

Nut (2) tightening torque: 4.4 ± 0.5 Nm
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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE TO BE PERFORMED WHEN

REQUIRED
REPLACEMENT OF BUCKET
CAUTION
- Replace the bucket on firm level ground. Pay close
attention to safety.
- When aligning the pin bores, DO NOT INSERT YOUR
HAND OR FINGERS into the bores. It may cause
severe injury. Align the bores visually or using a tool.
- Hold the removed bucket in the stable condition.
Removing the bucket

• Place the machine on a firm and flat surface and
rest the bucket on the ground in a stable position.
• Place O-rings (1) out of the relevant seats. Remove
the pins and the retaining rings of the pins.
• Remove pin (E) and pin (B); then remove the
bucket.
Installing the bucket

• Using a suitable hoist, place the bucket on the
same level as the tracks.
• Position the O-Rings (1)outside their seats.
• Using the arm cylinder control and boom cylinder
control make small vertical and horizontal
movements to insert pivot pin (B) connecting the
bucket to the arm into hole (A).
• Use the bucket cylinder control to align the
connecting rod (C) to hole (D)and insert pivot pin
(E).
• Secure pivot pins using lock pins and retaining rings
and reposition the O rings into their seats. IMPORTANT: during the removal of the bucket, take
care that the pin are not contaminated by dirt, sand
etc. After the reinstallation of the bucket, provide
Bucket play adjustment grease to the pins through the appropriate fittings.
Bucket play (g) is adjusted by opportunely changing
total shims installed.
NOTE: bucket play (g) should be 0.5 to 1.5 mm.
If bucket play (g) exceeds the specified value,

increase adjust shims as follows:
• loosen the three bolts (2) taking care to retrieve
the washers. Slide out the ring (1);
• Add adjust shims (3) until compensating the play
(g);
• Install the ring (1), and tighten securing bolts (2).
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MAINTENANCE
BUCKET TEETH REPLACEMENT
WARNING
Keep people not involved in the maintenance work
outside the working area.
Wear adequate personal clothes and glasses with
side shields as a protection against flying debris.

• Use a hammer and punch to push lock pin (1) out
of its seat and remove the tip of bucket tooth (2).
NOTE: to push lock pin (1) out of its seat, strike it

with a punch on its upper side.
• Install a new rubber insert (3) inside lock pin (1).

• Clean the surface of bucket tooth (4) and insert a
new tip.
• Insert lock pin (1) into its seat using a punch and
hammer, until it is fully mounted.
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MAINTENANCE
FILLING CHART E215B

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
COMPONENT TO BE QUANTITY
FILLED (L) MANUFACTURER'S INTERNATIONAL
NOTES
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS
Protective fluid to be
mixed with water at
50%. This mix has
anticorrosive, anti-
Engine cooling system 26 AGRIFLU-OT NH 900 C ASTM D 3306
scaling, and anti-
foaming properties;
does not freeze
down to -38 °C.
Diesel fuel ASTM

Fuel tank 320 - - -
N.2-D typo Te
Mastergold HSP API CI-4 Multigrade oil for

NH 324 H
10W-30 ACEA E7 aspirated or turbo-
Engine 21 charged diesel
Mastergold HSP API CI-4 engine of every
NH 330 H
15W-40 ACEA E7 types and powers.
Swing reduction unit 3

Gear oil with
API GL 5
HYPOIDE 90 NH 520A Extreme Pressure
Travel reduction units 3.5 MIL-L-2105 D
(E.P.) performance
(each)
High viscosity lubri-

cant for excavators
Hydraulic system (**) 166 HI-TECH 46-LL - - and earthmoving
machine hydraulic
controls.
Lithium-based
Pressure grease fittings - TUTELA MP02 - - grease containing
molybdenum disul-
phide, resists to
water, low tempera-
Swing gear (*) 8.6 Kg MG2 QFK 585/GR - ture and high loads;
NLGI 2 consistency
Detergent diluted in
TUTELA water from 10% to
Windscreen washer 1.5 PROFESSIONAL - - 50%. The mix has
SC35 anti-freezing proper-
ties until -22 °C.
Oil quantities shown are necessary for periodical changes following discharging and filling procedures detailed for each assembly.
(*) First filling only
(**) IMPORTANTE: if the machine was filled with biodegradable hydraulic oil PANOLIN AG.-HLP SYNTH 46 (option), take note that this oil
cannot be mixed with mineral hydraulic oil.
.
TYPE OF LUBRICANTS OPERATING RANGE (AMBIENT TEMPERATURE °C)
FILL VISCOSITY -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
SAE 15W - 40
Engine Mastergold HSP
SAE 10W - 30
Swing and travel

HYPOIDE 90 SAE 80W - 90
reduction units
Hydraulic system HI-TECH 46-LL ISO VG 46
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MAINTENANCE
FILLING CHART E245B

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
COMPONENT TO BE QUANTITY
FILLED (L) MANUFACTURER'S INTERNATIONAL
NOTES
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS
Protective fluid to be
mixed with water at
50%. This mix has
anticorrosive, anti-
Engine cooling system 26 AGRIFLU-OT NH 900 C ASTM D 3306
scaling, and anti-
foaming properties;
does not freeze
down to -38 °C.
Diesel fuel ASTM

Fuel tank 320 - - -
N.2-D type TT
Mastergold HSP API CI-4 Multigrade oil for

NH 324 H
10W-30 ACEA E7 aspirated or turbo-
Engine 21 charged diesel
Mastergold HSP API CI-4 engine of every
NH 330 H
15W-40 ACEA E7 types and powers.
Swing reduction unit 3

Gear oil with
API GL 5
HYPOIDE 90 NH 520A Extreme Pressure
Travel reduction units 5 MIL-L-2105 D
(E.P.) performance
(each)
High viscosity lubri-

cant for excavators
Hydraulic system (**) 166 HI-TECH 46-LL - - and earthmoving
machine hydraulic
controls.
Lithium-based
Pressure grease fittings - TUTELA MP02 - - grease containing
molybdenum disul-
phide, resists to
water, low tempera-
Swing gear(*) 8.6 Kg MG2 QFK 585/GR - ture and high loads;
NLGI 2 consistency
Detergent diluted in
TUTELA water from 10% to
Windscreen washer 1.5 PROFESSIONAL - - 50%. The mix has
SC35 anti-freezing proper-
ties until -22 °C.
Oil quantities shown are necessary for periodical changes following discharging and filling procedures detailed for each assembly.
(*) First filling only
(**) IMPORTANT: if the machine was filled with biodegradable hydraulic oil PANOLIN AG.-HLP SYNTH 46 (option), take note that this oil
cannot be mixed with mineral hydraulic oil.
TYPE OF LUBRICANTS OPERATING RANGE (AMBIENT TEMPERATURE °C)
FILL VISCOSITY -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
SAE 15W - 40
Engine Mastergold HSP
SAE 10W - 30
Swing and travel

HYPOIDE 90 SAE 80W - 90
reduction units
Hydraulic system HI-TECH 46-LL ISO VG 46
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5 - TROUBLESHOOTING
M0103
TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE
Problem Possible causes Remedy
1. The engine turns, Lack of fuel Add fuel. Bleed air

but it fails or is
difficult to start Low battery power Charge or install new batteries
Injection pump out of timing Contact the Dealer
Cold-starter inefficient Contact the Dealer
Defective wiring connections Charge or install new batteries
Faulty starter motor Contact the Dealer
Air filter restricted Replace filter elements
Fuel filters restricted Replace filters and check fuel tank for
impurities
Dirty injectors or poor injector Contact the Dealer

operation
Fuel system leakage Check fuel system hoses and fittings
Air in the fuel system Bleed air
2. Engine stops Lack of fuel Refuel.

Bleed the air
Low idle speed irregular Contact the Dealer
Low engine oil pressure Contact the Dealer
Air intake clogged Clean air cleaner and system
Fuel filters clogged Install new filters
Water or air in the fuel system Bleed air from fuel system.
Drain water from reservoir and
sedimentation filter
5-1
TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE
3. The engine does Air filter restricted Replace filter elements

not develop full
power Fuel lines kinked Repair or replace fuel lines
Contaminated fuel Drain fuel tank.

Refill with clean fuel
Clogged fuel filters Install new filters
Dirty or faulty injectors Contact the Dealer
Engine to fuel injection pump Contact the Dealer

timing
Faulty turbocharger Contact the Dealer
Valve clearance Contact the Dealer
4. The engine Low coolant level Top-up coolant

oveheats
Engine radiator or oil radiator Clean cooling radiator and hydraulics
clogged radiator
Air filter clogged Clean the air filter
Fan belt damaged Install a new belt
Thermostat defective Contact the Dealer
5-2
TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE
5. Low engine oil Engine oil pump inefficient Contact the Dealer
pressure
Low engine oil level Add oil
Engine oil pressure regulating Contact the Dealer

valve inefficient
Restricted oil filter Install new filter
Oil with incorrect viscosity Drain the oil and use the prescribed one
6. Excessive engine Change interval incorrect Change the oil at the prescribed intervals
oil consumption
Wrong type of oil Drain oil and fill with specified oil
Oil leakage Check leaks
High engine temperature Check the cooling system
7. Excessive fuel Air intake system dirty or clogged Clean air intake system
consumption
L.D.A. device inefficient Contact the Dealer
Injector adjustment not correct Contact the Dealer
8. Excessively black Wrong type of fuel Use specified fuel

or grey exhaust
smoke Air intake or exhaust systems dirty Clean air intake and exhaust systems
or clogged
Dirty or faulty injectors Contact the Dealer
Compression ratio not correct Contact the Dealer
9. White exhaust Wrong type of fuel Drain fuel tank and fill with correct type or
smoke fuel
Engine cold Let the engine turn until it warms up
Coolant leakage into engine Contact the Dealer

cylinders
5-3
TROUBLESHOOTING
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
1. Difficult or irregular Connections corroded or worn Contact the Dealer

movements of
manual pilot valves
2. No reaction when Safety lever Check that it is in correct position

actuating the
manual pilot valves Power system Contact the Dealer
3. Slow hydraulic Low oil level Fill the reservoir to the full mark
circuit operation
Cold oil Check if the warm-up light is on, if not,
contact the Dealer
Wrong type of oil Drain reservoir. Use oil of correct type
Low engine speed Increase engine speed or contact the

Dealer
Pilot-control circuit Contact the Dealer
Worn pump Contact the Dealer
Air leaks into the pump suction Contact the Dealer

hose
Twisted or damaged oil hoses Check hoses
4. Hydraulic oil Wrong type of oil Use oil of correct type

overheats
Low oil level Fill the reservoir to the full mark
Worn pump Contact the Dealer
Clogged coolant radiator or oil Clean fins and straighten if bent

cooler
Oil cooler by-pass Contact the Dealer
5. Low or no oil Wrong type of oil Use oil of correct type

pressure
Misadjusted hydraulic components Contact the Dealer
No oil in the system Fill the system with correct type of oil
Worn cylinder seals Contact the Dealer
Relief valve Contact the Dealer
5-4
TROUBLESHOOTING
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
6. The hydraulic Worn hydraulic pump Contact the Dealer

cylinders are
operational, but do
not lift loads Misadjusted main relief valve Contact the Dealer
Low hydraulic oil level Add oil
Restricted suction filter Clean filter and system
Pump suction hose leaks Contact the Dealer
7. One of the cylinder Control valve spool damaged or Contact the Dealer
is inoperative or contaminated with dirt
provides low power
Damaged hydraulic hoses Contact the Dealer
Pilot-control valve Contact the Dealer
Piston ring leakage Contact the Dealer
Damaged cylinder rod Contact the Dealer
8. The turret swing is Brake valve defective Contact the Dealer

slow
Control valve defective Contact the Dealer
Swing hydraulic motor defective Contact the Dealer
Hydraulic pump defective Contact the Dealer
9. Abnormal noises Insufficient lubrication of bullgear Grease the bullgear

while swinging the
turret
Level of swing reduction insufficient Top-up level
10. The turret moves Pressure setting of brake valve Contact the Dealer
while parking incorrect
brake is engaged
Brake valve defective Contact the Dealer
5-5
TROUBLESHOOTING
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
11. The travel is not Track chain tension incorrect Adjust tension of track chains
even
Stones or mud stuck in the track Remove the obstructing materials

chain structure
Swing motor-reduction defective Contact the Dealer
12. The travel lacks Hydraulic pumps defective Contact the Dealer
power
Low performance of engine Contact the Dealer
Setting of main pressure relief Contact the Dealer

valve incorrect
Hydraulic oil level insufficient Top-up level
Travel motor-reduction defective Contact the Dealer
Oil leakage in centre joint Contact the Dealer
13. The travel is not Track chain tension not even Adjust track chain tension
straight
Pressure setting of pressure relief Contact the Dealer

valves unbalanced
Travel motor-reduction defective Contact the Dealer
5-6
6 - TRANSPORTATION
M0103
TRANSPORTATION
ROAD TRANSPORT
NORMS FOR TRANSPORT
• When transporting the machine on a trailer on

public roads, you must know and observe all the
Norms of the Highway Law as well as all provisions
released by the different Agencies owning the
roads (Municipality, Province, Region, State).
• Prior to transporting the machine on a flatbed,

check width, height, length and weight of the
trailer with the machine loaded.
NOTE: dimensions and weight may vary

dependent upon the type of shoes and/or front
attachment installed.
• Investigate beforehand the conditions of the road

you are going to travel, weight and size limits, and
special local traffic regulations. WARNING
In the event the machine is equipped with the
variant "Rain protection" (1) installed on the cab, it is
NOTE: in some cases, it may be necessary to
necessary, when loading, to position the machine
disassemble the machine to bring it within
with the cab directed toward the opposite side with
dimensional and/or weight limits provided for by
respect to the motion direction of the vehicle,
local regulations.
otherwise remove the rain protection and store it in
an appropriate manner in the cab.
(*) NOTE: refer to chapter "SPECIFICATIONS" on This precaution prevents the risk of a sudden
paragraph "TRANSPORTING DIMENSIONS" for separation caused by the "sail effect" of the air
machine transporting dimensions and mass. during the on-the-road haulage.
6-1
TRANSPORTATION
LOADING/UNLOADING THE MACHINE
WARNING
- Ensure that any person near the working site is
attachment.
- The machine loading and unloading work
should be carried out on the firm and level
ground.
- Use ramps which have sufficient width, length,
thickness and strength.
- Slow speed travelling is necessity to load and
unload the machine.
- It is hazardous to use the attachment for
loading and unloading the machine. Do not use
the attachment for loading and unloading.
- Use only the travelling controls when the
machine is on the ramp.
- Be prepared for a change in the machine
position as the machine travels up or down the
ramp. The machine may rock forward or
rearward as the machine centre of gravity
changes when travelling on the ramp or on the
border between the track/trailer and the ramp.
- Turn AUTO-IDLE switch off surely. The
operation with the AUTO-IDLE switched on
may cause sudden engine speed change.
- Remove mud, etc. from the tracks of machine
surely to prevent skidding. And remove water,
snow, grease oil, etc. surely.
- Do not change the course on the ramps to prevent
rolling over. Return to ground or trailer's bed once
and change the travelling direction.
In Cases where Making Use of ramps

Loading
• Load machine from firm and level ground.
• Do not fail to put blocks to the tire of trailer to
prevent machine from moving.
• The width and height of the loading area (earthen
bank or loading platform ramp) must be high
enough to match the trailer and wide enough to
match the width of the machine and trailer, or
wider.
• Make sure the machine position is aligned to ramps
before travelling up the ramps, and travel slowly
with the dozer (if equipped), raised position. The
arm and boom held at angle shown in the figure,
and the dozer equipped and attachment lowered as
much as possible but do not interfere with trailer
bed. And travel slowly.
The ramp slope (A) should be 15° or less
6-2
TRANSPORTATION
• Since machine is tend to be unstable when going

over the rear wheel, travel slowly and carefully.
• Since the machine is bent-forward when travelling

over the rear wheel, travel forward slowly to the
required position giving particular attention to the
attachment so as not to touch the bed of trailer.
IMPORTANT: the point connecting the ramp with

the trailer shows a bump. proceed with extreme care
once reaching this point, since the machine has the
tendency to drop suddenly.
In arranging the attachment when loading/unloading
the machine, prevent the of the arm and bucket
cylinders from extending full stroke to prevent
damaging them due to accidental impacts of the
attachment with the trailer floor or the ground.
• After arriving to the required position, turn the

upper structure 180° slowly.
• Lower slowly the attachment on the trailer floor

placing a wooden block (B) between the
attachment and the trailer.
6-3
TRANSPORTATION
Use of platform or earth banking
• Make the width of the earth banking (raising the

ground level) enough to the machine width.
• Make the earth banking strong enough in order no

to turn over the machine during loading/unloading
due to broken side slope of the earth banking. If
necessary, provide some supporting posts to
reinforce both side of the banking.
Angle (A) ≤ 15°
• The height of the platform or banking must

correspond to that of the base of truck/trailer.
• At loading the machine, climb up to the truck/

trailer from front end of the machine for the case
of the machine with attachment, and from back
end for the machine without attachment.
• Set the machine at the prescribed position on the

truck/trailer.
Loading machine without front attachment
• When loading the machine the front attachment is

removed, direct counterweight upward direction
on the slope.
6-4
TRANSPORTATION
SECURING THE MACHINE
IMPORTANT:
• Retract the antenna of radio during transport. And
remove mirror when required. Keep the removed
parts surely.
• To protect the bucket (attachment) cylinder from
damage during transport, place a wood block at
the end of the bucket link to keep the cylinder from
contact with the truck bed.
After the machine is loaded and positioned, fix the

machine by the following procedures:
• Move the safety lock lever to the "LOCK" position.

NH0065
• Cut - off the engine and remove the engine starter

key.
Lock all covers and the cab door.
• Position blocks (B) at the front and rear of the

tracks; this will prevent the machine from moving
during transport.
• Position a wooden block (C) under the excavator

arm to support during shipping.
• Tie down the machine using safe and proper

rigging for transport.
NOTE: refer to current National or Local regulations

in effect for road transport.
6-5
TRANSPORTATION
Unloading the machine
WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
- Slow speed travelling is necessity to load and
unload the machine.
- Be prepared for a change in the machine
position as the machine travels up or down the
ramp. The machine may rock forward or
rearward as the machine centre of gravity
changes when travelling on the ramp or on the
border between the track/trailer and the ramp.
• Unload the machine on firm and level ground.

• Do not fail to put blocks to the tires of trailer to
prevent machine from moving.
• Accord the distance of two ramps with that of
centres of crawlers and incline ramps at angle of
15°.
Angle (A) ≤ 15°
• Remove chain or wire rope which is used to fix the
machine.
• Start engine.
• Move safety lock lever to "UNLOCKED" position.
• Press travel speed change switch of switch panel
on gauge cluster and change the speed to low
speed. Check that travel speed is set to low speed
by watching display.
• Raise attachment and travel slowly with placing
attachments as shown in figure.
• Park the machine horizontally on the rear end of
trailer and then stop it.
• Set arm and boom to angle (B) between 90 to 110°
and travel down slowly from trailer to ramps. In this
time, the bucket position should be close to ground.
IMPORTANT: the point connecting the ramp with

the trailer shows a bump. proceed with extreme care
once reaching this point, since the machine has the
tendency to drop suddenly.
In arranging the attachment when loading/unloading
the machine, prevent the of the arm and bucket
cylinders from extending full stroke to prevent
damaging them due to accidental impacts of the
attachment with the trailer floor or the ground.
• Travel down on ramps slowly while operating

boom and arm softly until the machine passes
through the ramps completely.
6-6
TRANSPORTATION
LIFTING MACHINE
The following procedures are for lifting the machine, as

built by NEW HOLLAND KOBELCO CONSTRUCTION
MACHINERY. These procedure do not take into
account modifications made to the machine that affect
machine mass or centre of gravity.
a - Expander
b - Centre of gravity
c - Place block between each cable and frame
WARNING
- Wire rope or chain used for lift the machine
must be of sufficient weight lifting capacity for
this machine.
- Improper lifting method or rope/chain rigging
may cause unexpected movement or slip of the
machine when lifted, resulting in serious injury
or death or damage to the machine.
- When lifting the machine operate the controls,
slowly and smoothly avoiding any sudden/fast
control movement for safety of people
involved and lift rigging.
- When the machine is lifted with assistance of
one or more workers operation signals /
commu-nication must be understood by all
involved to avoid injury or death.
- During the machine lift procedure, keep
people away from the area, especially the area
under the machine.
NOTE: in any case, comply with current National or

Local regulations in effect for raise operating.
6-7
TRANSPORTATION
NOTE: this lifting up procedure is applicable for

machines in standard specification. The lifting
procedure differs for each attachment type and
each machine in option. In such cases, contact our
dealer/distributor.
Carry out the lifting work on firm level ground.
• Position the machine as shown in the figure.
• Stop the engine and move safety lock lever to

"LOCK" position. Get off machine. Check the
operator's seat and area for any loose item, tools,
etc. that could fall or cause a problem or injury
during the procedure and remove or secure them.
• Stop the engine and remove starter key, and get

off the machine.
• Use wire rope and expander of sufficient length to

prevent interference with the machine body when
lifting up machine. Cover wire rope with cloth to
protect machine from damaging if necessary.
• Pass through wire ropes between 1st and 2nd

lower rollers on both front and rear sides of
machine as shown in figure.
• Lift up machine with an angle of two wire ropes

adjusted within the range of 30° to 40° slowly.
• After working, stop machine once and lift machine

again slightly after machine has stabilized.
6-8
7 - OPTIONS AND VARIANTS
M0103
OPTIONS AND VARIANTS
HYDRAULIC BREAKER
HYDRAULIC BREAKER SELECTION AND

INSTALLATION
If it is required to install a hydraulic breaker to the

excavator, select a breaker model that meets the
requirements of stability, pressure and oil quantity of
the excavator hydraulic system. Contact your
authorised Dealer to select a type of hydraulic
breaker suitable for this machine.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED WHEN

USING THE HYDRAULIC BREAKER
WARNING
The hydraulic breaker is much heavier than the
bucket, therefore it reduces excavator stability and
increases overturn hazard. During operation,
splinters or flying debris may hit the cab or other
parts of the excavator.
Observe all following precautions and take all
necessary measures to prevent accidents that may
damage the excavator and cause personal injuries NH0195
to the Operator.
1. Avoid hitting objects with breaker. The breaker

is heavier than the bucket and lowers faster.
This may cause damages to the breaker,
attachment, and upperstructure. Always lower
the breaker slowly until the chisel point touches
the object to be broken before starting breaker
operation.
2. Do not use the hydraulic breaker and/or swing

function to push objects as damages to the
NH0196
attachment may result.
3. Do not operate the breaker with the excavator

cylinders fully extended or retracted to avoid
attachment and/or cylinder damage.
NH0197
7-1
4. Stop working if hydraulic hoses look abnormally

bent.
Contact your authorised Dealer.
NH0198
5. Do not operate the hydraulic breaker in water.

Doing so will cause rust and seal damage,
resulting in damage to the hydraulic system
components.
NH0199
6. Do not use the hydraulic breaker to move

objects. The excavator might overturn and/or
the hydraulic breaker may be damaged.
NH0200
7. Do not operate the breaker to the side of the

machine. The machine may become unstable
and undercarriage component life may be
reduced.
NH0201
7-2
8. Operate the excavator carefully to avoid hitting

the boom with the hydraulic breaker.
NH0202
9. Do not operate the breaker with the arm

positioned vertically. Excessive vibration to the
arm cylinder may cause oil leakage.
NH0203
10.Press the breaker so that the chisel point thrust

is square (perpendicular) to the object to be
broken.
NH0204
11. Do not operate the hydraulic breaker

continuously longer than one minute. Excessive
chisel wear will result. If an object could not be
broken within one minute, apply chisel to other
locations, less than one minute for each
location.
NH0205
7-3
OPERATION
Monoblock version
IMPORTANT: make sure that the work mode "B" is

selected prior to using the hydraulic breaker. A
wrong selection could cause serious troubles to the
attachment.
To operate the hydraulic breaker, proceed as

1
follows:
• Verify that valves (1) located on the arm are open
(mark on the valve parallel with the arm). In case
the valves are not open, use 24 mm wrench to turn NH0206
them.
• Start the engine and select work mode "B" using
work mode button (2).
B 11:39
NOTE: depending upon the type of breaker 2
mounted, it is possible to select on of the nine preset B
folw/pressure settings (see page 2-10).
NOTE: when starting the engine, work mode "S" is

automatically selected. In case the use of the
hydraulic breaker is required, make sure that work
mode "B" is selected every time the engine is
started.
NH0207
• Make sure that the single/double flow switch is

always on single flow position (3).
• Unlock hydraulic breaker pedal (4) moving locking
device (5) outward.
• Actuate pedal (4) to operate the hydraulic breaker.
When releasing the pedal in neutral position, the
operation is cut-off.
NH0208
4
4
NH0210 NH0209
7-4
OPERATION
IMPORTANT: make sure that the work mode "B" is

selected prior to using the hydraulic breaker. A
wrong selection could cause serious troubles to the
attachment.
To operate the hydraulic breaker, proceed as

1
follows:
• Verify that valves (1) located on the arm are
open(mark on the valve parallel with the arm). In
case the valves are not open, use 24 mm wrench NH0206
to turn them.
• Start the engine and select work mode "B" using
B 11:39
NOTE: depending upon the type of breaker 2
mounted, it is possible to select on of the nine preset B
flow/pressure settings (see page 2-10).

hydraulic breaker is required, make sure that work
mode "B" is selected every time the engine is
started.
NH0207

always on single flow position (3).
• Unlock hydraulic breaker pedal (4) moving locking
device (5) outward.
• Actuate pedal (4) to operate the hydraulic breaker.
NH0208
4
4
NH0211 NH0209
7-5
CRUSHER
CRUSHER SELECTION AND INSTALLATION
Considering that the crusher is heavier than the

bucket, select a crusher model whose
characteristics meet the excavator requirements to
prevent problems, namely as regards stability.
Contact your authorised Dealer to select a type of
crusher suitable for this machine.
NOTE: for operations with demolition crusher, refer

to the relevant Instruction Manual provided by the
Manufacturer.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE OBSERVED WHEN USING

THE CRUSHER
WARNING
The crusher is much heavier than the bucket,
therefore it reduces excavator stability and
increases overturn hazard. During operation,
splinters or flying debris may hit the cab or other
parts of the excavator.
Observe all following precautions and take all
necessary measures to prevent accidents that may
damage the excavator and cause personal injuries
to the Operator.
1. Do not allow the machine weight to be

NH0212
supported by prying with the crusher and
cylinders fully extended or retracted. Doing so
may damage the front attachment. In particular,
avoid doing so with the crusher cylinder fully
extended as the front attachment will be more
easily damaged.
2. Do not perform crushing on either side of the

machine, always do so at front or rear, parallel
with tracks. Otherwise, the machine may
overturn.
NH0213
7-6
3. When operating the crusher up high with the

boom fully raised, be careful of falling objects.
NH0214
4. When operating the crusher on a floor in a

building, first confirm that the floor has sufficient
strength to support the load caused by crushing
in addition to machine weight.
NH0215
5. Always operate the crusher on a firm level
surface, not on a slope or crushed scraps.
6. Do not use the crusher to haul or move crushed

scraps.
7. Always remove the crusher from the excavator

before transporting the machine. Do not travel
the excavator with the bucket cylinder fully
extended. This made damage the attachment
due to high travel vibrations.
7-7
OPERATION
Monoblock version
IMPORTANT: make sure that the operation mode

"A" is selected prior to using the crusher. A wrong
selection could cause serious troubles to the
attachment.
To operate the crusher, proceed as follows:

1
the valves are not open, use 24 mm wrench to turn
them. NH0206
• Start the engine and select work mode "A" using

NOTE: depending upon the type of crusher

A 11:39
mounted, it is possible to select on of the nine preset 2
flow/pressure settings (see page 2-10). A

crusher is required, make sure that work mode "A"
is selected every time the engine is starter.

NH0216
always on double flow position (3).
• Unlock crusher pedal (4) moving locking device
(5) outward.
• Actuate pedal (4) to open or close the crusher.
3
NH0217
4
4
NH0210 NH0209
7-8
OPERATION
IMPORTANT: make sure that the operation mode

"A" is selected prior to using the crusher. A wrong
selection could cause serious troubles to the
attachment.
To operate the crusher, proceed as follows:

1
the valves are not open, use 24 mm wrench to turn
them. NH0206
• Start the engine and select work mode "A" using

NOTE: depending upon the type of crusher

A 11:39
mounted, it is possible to select on of the nine preset 2
flow/pressure settings (see page 2-10). A

crusher is required, make sure that work mode "A"
is selected every time the engine is starter.

NH0216
always on double flow position (3).
• Unlock crusher pedal (4) moving locking device
(5) outward.
• Actuate pedal (4) to open or close the crusher.
3
NH0217
4
4
NH0211 NH0209
7-9
HYDRAULIC OIL AND FILTER ELEMENT

SERVICE INTERVAL
When the hydraulic breaker or crusher are used, the

the excavator is subjected to working conditions
more critical than usual, that speed up hydraulic oil
deterioration and contamination.
To prevent damages to the excavator hydraulic
system, breaker, or crusher carefully respect
service intervals detailed in this Manual. In
particular, replace hydraulic oil and filter element
according to the instructions below:
Change interval (hrs)
Component Machine equipped with Machine equipped with bucket

to be replaced breaker or crusher
Hydraulic oil (**) 1000 (*) 5000
Filter element 250 (*) 1000
(*) IMPORTANT: change intervals shown should be applied if the machine is used 100% of the time equipped
with the hydraulic breaker or crusher. In case of lower time percentage of breaker or crusher use, hydraulic oil
and filter element change intervals may vary accordingly to the following diagram.
(**) IMPORTANT: if the machine was filled with biodegradable hydraulic oil PANOLIN AG.-HLP SYNTH 46
(opt.), this oil must not be mixed h mineral hydraulic oil. Refer to the service intervals shown in the table above
for filter element replacement. If in doubt, do not hesitate to contac your Dealer.
7 - 10
EQUIPMENT ROTATION SYSTEM
WARNING
When a rotating attachment is installed, operate and
swing the excavator slowly.
Rotate the attachment when the equipment is
inoperative. This is in order to avoid dangerous
swings which could endanger the stability.
When lowering the boom, make sure that the
rotating attachment is in vertical position.
Never use a rotating attachment for piling jobs or
removing poles.
Before leaving the operator's compartment, lower
the boom until the rotating attachment rests on the
ground. This is to avoid that the attachment loads NH0218
the excavator, representing a danger of personal
injuries, being suspended in the air.
This system is a must when equipment requiring a

rotation, such as crusher, grabbing bucket etc. is
going to be used.
The choice of a rotating equipment, must be made in
agreement with the Dealer. This is because the
equipment one intends to use must ensure, in any
case, the stability of the excavator and the
compatibility with its hydraulic and electrical systems.
The evaluation of the factors mentioned above can
make the NEW HOLLAND KOBELCO engineers to
decide to equip the excavator with further devices to
prevent the tipping over of the machine.
Also, the system requires adjustments, which must
be performed exclusively by NEW HOLLAND
KOBELCO engineers.
OPERATING THE ROTATING ATTACHMENT
3 1
The operation of this system occurs as follows:
- to rotate the attachment clockwise press button
(1) located on the right lever (2);
- to rotate the attachment anti-clockwise press
button (3) located on the left lever (4);
- moving control lever (2) rightward or leftward, the
attachment is actuated.
4 2
NH0219
7 - 11
CAB PROTECTIONS (F.O.P.S) AND FRONT

GUARD
The F.O.P.S. (Falling Object Protection Structure)

(1) e Front Guard (2) structures, are certified safety
systems designed to protect the operator's cab. The 1
protection structure, the mounting supports and the
securing elements on the machine are integral parts
of the F.O.P.S. or the Front Guard.
2
The use F.O.P.S. o Front Guard protections is
indispensable when operating in zones where the
danger of falling rocks or debris exists or when there
is a ranger for frontal impacts with objects that could
penetrate the cab. In case the machine was not
originally equipped with cab protections you can
contact a Dealer to arrange their installation. NH0220
WARNING
DO NOT connect any device for lifting the cab to the
protection structure. DO NOT weld, drill or attempt
to straighten or repair protection structures. Any
type of modification could influence the structural
integrity of the safety system jeopardising its effect,
with serious consequences for the operator, in case
of collision, falling objects or landslides.
After a fire, corrosion or collisions, any possible

damage to the cab protection structure must be
carefully evaluated by specialised and qualified
personnel. In any case, all damaged parts must be
replaced by genuine spare parts, so that the original
conditions are reinstated. Contact your Dealer to
verify the functionality of the cab structure or the
requirement for the replacement of the entire
structure or parts of it.
7 - 12
8 - SPECIFICATIONS
M0103
SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS E215B-E245B
ENGINE
Make CNH U.K.
Model 667TA/MEB
Type Diesel, 4-stroke, direct injection, turbocharged
Net power at flywheel at 2000 rpm (ISO 14396) 118 kW
Net power at flywheel at 2000 rpm (ECE R120) 118 kW
Number of cylinders 6 in line
Total displacement 3 6728 cm3
Bore x Stroke 104 x 132 mm
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Voltage of operation 24 V
Batteries (Capacity/Voltage) 2 x 100 Ah / 12 V
Alternator (Current/Voltage) 70 A / 24 V
Starter motor (Power) 4 kW
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Pump
Total displacement (theoretical value) 3 2 x 110 cm3
Maximum delivery (theoretical value) 2 x 220 L/min
Pilot system pump
Maximum delivery 20 L/min
Maximum operating pressure
Equipment and travel 34.3 MPa
Turret swing 29 MPa
Power Boost 37.8 MPa
Hydraulic cylinders (bore x stroke)
Boom 120 x 1345 mm
Arm 135 x 1558 mm
Bucket 120 x 1080 mm
Positioner (triple articulation version only) 145 x 992 mm
TRANSMISSION
Type hydrostatic, two-speed
Motors axial pistons and dual speed
Brakes automatic, discs
Final reduction planetary, oil-bath
Maximum climbable gradient 70%
Travel speeds E215B E245B
Slow 3.6 km/h 3.2 km/h
Fast 6.0 km/h 5.2 km/h
TURRET SWING
Swing motor axial pistons
Swing brake automatic, discs
Final reduction planetary, oil-bath
Bullgear grease-bath
Swing speed -1 12.5 rpm
8-1
SPECIFICATIONS
DIGGING DATA E215B

(Monoblock Version)
(Dimensions in mm)
Arm 2 080 2 400 2 940 3 500

A 9 185 9 446 9 929 10 366
A’ 8 991 9 258 9 750 10 195
B 5 840 6 160 6 700 7 260
B’ 5 620 5 954 6 519 7 082
C 9 440 9 519 9 733 9 749
D 6 737 6 793 7 037 7 149
E 3 679 3 559 3 544 3 478
F 4 268 3 955 3 503 2 942
G 5 005 5 346 5 879 6 588
8-2
SPECIFICATIONS
DIGGING DATA E215B

(Dimensions in mm)
Arm 2 080 2 400 2 940 3 500

A 9 322 9 598 10 098 10 555
A’ 9 131 9 413 9 922 10 387
B 5 590 5 891 6 417 6 932
B’ 5 467 5 775 6 310 6 832
C 10 682 10 882 11 280 11 544
D 7 755 7 952 8 351 8 632
E 2 929 2 742 2 524 2 695
F 5 016 4 575 3 724 3 196
G 2 470 2 747 3 151 3 818
8-3
SPECIFICATIONS
DIGGING DATA E245B

(Monoblock Version)
(Dimensions in mm)
Arm 2 080 2 400 2 940 3 500

A 9 185 9 446 9 929 10 366
A’ 8 991 9 258 9 750 10 195
B 5 822 6 142 6 682 7 242
B’ 5 602 5 936 6 501 7 064
C 9 458 9 537 9 751 9 767
D 6 755 6 811 7 055 7 167
E 3 679 3 559 3 544 3 478
F 4 286 3 973 3 521 2 960
G 5 005 5 346 5 879 6 588
8-4
SPECIFICATIONS
DIGGING DATA E245B

(Dimensions in mm)
Arm 2 080 2 400 2 940 3 500

A 9 322 9 598 10 098 10 555
A’ 9 131 9 413 9 922 10 387
B 5 572 5 873 6 399 6 914
B’ 5 449 5 757 6 292 6 814
C 10 700 10 900 11 298 11 562
D 7 773 7 970 8 369 8 650
E 2 929 2 742 2 524 2 695
F 5 034 4 593 3 742 3 214
G 2 470 2 749 3 151 3 818
8-5
SPECIFICATIONS
TRANSPORTING DIMENSIONS E215B

(Monoblock Version)
VERSIONS A B C D E F G H I L
(1) 9617 (1) 3133
(2) 9580 (2) 3044
E215BEL 3656 4451 1035 2800 2503 3027 948 471
(3) 9493 (3) 2884
(4) 9568 (4) 3044
(1) 9617 (1) 3133
(2) 9580 (2) 3044
E215BL 3656 4451 1035 2800 2503 3027 948 471
(3) 9493 (3) 2884
(4) 9568 (4) 3044
(1) 9617 (1) 3133
(2) 9580 (2) 3044
E215BLC 3656 4451 1035 2800 2503 3027 948 471
(3) 9493 (3) 2884
(4) 9568 (4) 3044
Arm: (dimensions in mm)
(1) 2080 mm
(2) 2400 mm
(3) 2940 mm
(4) 3500 mm
E215BEL E215BL E215BLC
M Track shoe width (mm) 500 600 700 600 700 800 900 600 700 800 900
N Gauge (mm) 2490 2590 2690 2800 2900 3000 3100 2990 3090 3190 3290
(*) Working weight (kg) 20590 20850 21120 20920 21190 21460 21730 20940 21210 21480 21750
Spec. ground pres. (bar) 0.55 0.47 0.40 0.47 0.41 0.36 0.32 0.47 0.41 0.36 0.32
(*) With arm 2940 mm and bucket 1.3 m3
8-6
SPECIFICATIONS

G E
D
H
F
I C
L
M A
N B NH0148
(1) 9683 (1) 3062
(2) 9665 (2) 3014
E215BEL 3656 4451 1035 2800 2503 3027 948 471
(3) 9643 (3) 2954
(4) 9631 (4) 3237
(1) 9683 (1) 3062
(2) 9665 (2) 3014
E215BL 3656 4451 1035 2800 2503 3027 948 471
(3) 9643 (3) 2954
(4) 9631 (4) 3237
(1) 9683 (1) 3062
(2) 9665 (2) 3014
E215BLC 3656 4451 1035 2800 2503 3027 948 471
(3) 9643 (3) 2954
(4) 9631 (4) 3237
(1) 2080 mm
(2) 2400 mm
(3) 2940 mm
(4) 3500 mm
E215BEL E215BL E215BLC
M Track shoe width (mm) 500 600 700 600 700 800 900 600 700 800 900
N Gauge (mm) 2490 2590 2690 2800 2900 3000 3100 2990 3090 3190 3290
(*) Working weight (kg) 21220 21490 21760 21560 21830 22100 22360 21580 21850 22120 22390
Spec. ground pres. (bar) 0.57 0.48 0.42 0.48 0.42 0.37 0.33 0.48 0.42 0.37 0.33
(*) With arm 2940 mm and bucket 1.3 m3
8-7
SPECIFICATIONS

(Monoblock Version)
(1) 9617 (1) 3141
(2) 9577 (2) 3050
E245B 3840 4645 1053 2800 2503 3045 970 486
(3) 9487 (3) 2886
(4) 9564 (4) 3044
(1) 2080 mm
(2) 2400 mm
(3) 2940 mm
(4) 3500 mm
E245B
M Track shoe width (mm) 550(*) 700 800(*)
N Gauge (mm) 2490 2690 2890
(**) Working weight (kg) 22000 22500 22850
Spec. ground pres. (bar) 0.51 0.41 0.37
(**) With arm 2940 mm and bucket 1.3 m3

(*) Asymmetric type shoes
8-8
SPECIFICATIONS

G E
D
H
F
I C
L
M A
N B NH0148
(1) 9684 (1) 3067
(2) 9665 (2) 3014
E245B 3840 4645 1053 2800 2503 3045 970 486
(3) 9641 (3) 2957
(4) 9634 (4) 3235
(1) 2080 mm
(2) 2400 mm
(3) 2940 mm
(4) 3500 mm
E245B
M Track shoe width (mm) 550(*) 700 800(*)
N Gauge (mm) 2490 2690 2890
(**) Working weight (kg) 22600 23100 23450
Spec. ground pres. (bar) 0.53 0.42 0.38
(**) With arm 2940 mm and bucket 1.3 m3

(*) Asymmetric type shoes
8-9
SPECIFICATIONS
BUCKET APPLICATIONS AS A FUNCTION

OF THE ARMS E215B
E215B Monoblock
BUCKETS E215BEL E215BL E215BLC
Capacity Arm (mm) Arm (mm) Arm (mm)

Width (dm3) Mass
(mm) SAE J296 (kg) 2080 2400 2940 3500 2080 2400 2940 3500 2080 2400 2940 3500
(ISO 7451)
750 525 503
850 625 537
1000 789 634
1200 1000 651
1300 1105 698
1500 1315 760
E215B Triple Articulation
BUCKETS E215BEL E215BL E215BLC
Capacity Arm (mm) Arm (mm) Arm (mm)

Width (dm3) Mass
(mm) SAE J296 (kg) 2080 2400 2940 3500 2080 2400 2940 3500 2080 2400 2940 3500
(ISO 7451)
750 525 503
850 625 537
1000 789 634
1200 1000 651
1300 1105 698
1500 1315 760
General digging work (specific weight of material < 1.8 t/m3)
Slightly heavy digging work (specific weight of material < 1.5 t/m3)
Loading work (specific weight of material < 1.2 t/m3)
8 - 10
SPECIFICATIONS
BUCKET APPLICATIONS AS A FUNCTION

OF THE ARMS E245B
E245B Monoblock
BUCKETS E245B
Capacity (dm3) Arm(mm)

Width (mm) SAE J296 Mass (kg)
(ISO 7451) 2080 2400 2940 3500
750 525 503
850 625 537
1000 789 634
1200 1000 651
1300 1105 698
1500 1315 760
E245B Triple Articolation
BUCKETS E245B
Capacity (dm3) Arm (mm)

Mass
Width (mm) SAE J296 (kg) 2080 2400 2940 3500
(ISO 7451)
750 525 503
850 625 537
1000 789 634
1200 1000 651
1300 1105 698
1500 1315 760
General digging work (specific weight of material < 1.8 t/m3)
Slightly heavy digging work (specific weight of material < 1.5 t/m3)
8 - 11
SPECIFICATIONS
NOTES:
8 - 12
9 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
M0103
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Generalities
WARNING
Use only properly grounded power outlets for IMPORTANT: the electrical system of this machine
heaters, battery chargers, pumps or similar devices, is 24 V and is powered by two batteries connected
to minimise the danger of electrocution. in series. The machine is equipped with complex
Make sure that connections cables are properly electric and electronic components which can be
connected to the exact terminals, (+ with + handled exclusively by qualified personnel.
and - with - ) at both ends. Do not run the engine with the alternator threaded
terminal disconnected.
Avoid short circuiting the terminals.
If the batteries have been recharged using an
In case the batteries are to be recharged, remove
external equipment, they should then be reinstalled
battery cell plugs.
onto the machine paying attention to match
FLAMMABLE FUMES. Extinguish all smoking terminals of same sign (+ to + and - to -). This norm
materials or free flames prior to checking, topping- should be observed also when the engine is to be
up or recharging batteries. do not check batteries by started using slave batteries.
sparking them.
If repair using electrical welders is required on the
machine, it is good practice to disconnect the
batteries and alternator, and ground the welder as
near as possible to the welding point.
IMPORTANT: improper radio-communications
equipment and associated parts and/or improper
assembly of radio-communications equipment
affects machine electronic components with
consequent unexpected machine movement.
Consult your Dealer when installing radio-
communications equipment or any additional
electronic component, and when replacing an
electric part.
Do not disassemble or change electric or electronic
components. Consult your Dealer to replace or
change such components, if necessary.
9-1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BATTERIES
WARNING
- Battery gas may explode. Keep away sparks
and flames. Use a pocket torch to check
electrolyte level.
- Sulphuric acid contained in the electrolyte is
poisonous. It can burn the skin, corrode clothes
and cause loss of sight if sprayed into the eyes.
- To avoid dangers:
1. Top up the batteries in a well ventilated area.
2. Wear protective glasses and rubber gloves.
3. Avoid breathing vapours when adding
distilled water.
4. Do not spill or drip the electrolyte.
5. When starting the machine with booster
batteries, observe the procedures detailed in
the chapter OPERATING NORMS, in the
paragraph “STARTING THE ENGINE WITH
BOOSTER BATTERIES”. Always ensure to
connect cables to correct poles (+ to +) and
(- to -) at both ends. Do not short-circuit the
terminals.
- If acid comes to touch the skin:
1. Wash skin with water.
2. If acid has reached the eyes, wash with water
for at least 15 minutes. Immediately seek
medical attention.
3. If acid has been ingested, immediately seek
medical attention.
• Batteries installed to this type of machine are

maintenance-free, therefore they do not require
top-ups with distilled water. In exceptional cases,
however, it is possible to restore the electrolyte
level by removing cell plugs and adding distilled
water. Electrolyte level should be between the
maximum and minimum marks on the battery.
Charge the battery after topping up.
9-2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: if it is necessary to add distilled water

in freezing weather conditions, top up at the
beginning of the working day. Otherwise the battery
should be recharged.
CAUTION
Always disconnect the negative (-) ground terminal
first and reconnect it last.
• Open the radiator compartment doors.

• Check inside the compartment to identify eventual
leakages of electrolyte. In the event of leakages,
clean it accurately to avoid the corrosion of metal
components.
• Always keep terminals and caps, located on the
upper side of the battery, clean, to avoid the
discharge of the battery. Check the terminals of
the battery. The clamps must not be loose and be
free from rust or oxidation. Apply vaseline to the
terminals, to avoid corrosions.
• For short inoperative periods, it is preferable not to
stop the engine, but let it run at low idle, since
each starting requires a considerable output of
energy by the batteries.
• To keep the batteries efficient, comply with the
following standards:
- when the engine is inoperative, extract the
starter key to avoid a progressive discharge of
the batteries;
- do not keep lights on for a long time, with engine
inoperative or at idle.
• In the event a battery on a 24 V fails, but the other
one is still efficient, replace the failed battery with
another one of the same type. As an example,
replace a failed maintenance free type battery
with another one of the same maintenance free
type. Different types of batteries could have
different recharging rates. This difference could
overload one of the batteries and damage it.
• Close the doors.
Handle and dispose of batteries

only authorised disposal procedure. If
in doubt, contact authorities
concerned.
9-3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FUSES - RELAY
To reach the fuse box-relay, move the operator's

seat fully forward, lower the backrest and remove
protection (1).
A decal indicating the capacity and the location of
the fuses and the locations of the relays is located
on the cover of the fuse-relay box cover.
Also, there are high Amperage fuses located in the
radiator compartment inside the protection box.
To reach the high capacity fuses, open the radiator

compartment door, remove screws (2) to remove
protection cover per (3).
IMPORTANT: always make sure that the fuses

installed have the correct capacity to prevent
damages from an overload of the electrical system.
9-4
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fuses
FUSES BOX FUSES BOX
FUSE No. PROTECTED CIRCUIT Rating FUSE No. PROTECTED CIRCUIT Rating
(A) (A)
FUSE 1 Cab Work Light 20 FUSE 19 Air Conditioner 5
FUSE 2 Cab Work Light 20 FUSE 20 Work Light 20
FUSE 3 Monitor 5 FUSE 21 DC-DC Converter 10
FUSE 4 Wiper , Washer 20 FUSE 22 Opt.8 (Bucket Control) 5
FUSE 5 Option 1 20 FUSE 23 Opt.8 (Roof Wiper) 15
FUSE 6 Option 3 20 FUSE 24 Option 20
FUSE 7 Air Conditioner 15 FUSE 25 Safety Look Lever 10
FUSE 8 Air Conditioner 5 FUSE 26 Mechatro Controller 5
FUSE 9 Opt. (Hand Control) 5 FUSE 27 Mechatro Controller 20
FUSE 10 Relay, Hour Meter 5 FUSE 28 Engine Controller (ECU) 15
FUSE 11 Cigarette Lighter 10 FUSE 29 Engine Controller (ECU) 15
FUSE 12 Horn, Horn Relay 10 FUSE 30 Monitor (Back Up) 5
FUSE 13 Radio 10 FUSE 31 Fuel Supply Pump 15
FUSE 14 Starter Key Switch 20 FUSE 32 Mechatro Contr. (Back Up) 5
FUSE 15 Room Lamp, Tuner 5 FUSE 33 Spare 5
FUSE 16 Opt.2 (Auto Grease) 10 FUSE 34 Spare 10
FUSE 17 Option 4 10 FUSE 35 Spare 15
FUSE 18 Solenoid Valve 10 FUSE 36 Spare 20
9-5
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
High Amperage Fuses
FUSES LOCATED INTO RADIATORS

COMPARTMENT
PROTECTED Rating
FUSE No.
CIRCUIT (A)
Fuse Powering
FUSE 1 60
(1 - 6)
Fuse Powering
FUSE 2 60
(17-32)
FUSE 3 Alternator 100
Starter Relay
FUSE 4 Fuel Heated Filters 60
Relay
Fuse Powering
FUSE 5 60
(10 - 15)
9-6
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
A Engine speed throttle ...................................... 2-4

Adjusting the seat .......................................... 2-34 Emergency boom lowering procedure ............ 3-39
Attachment controls ........................................ 3-23 Emergency exit .............................................. 2-33
Engine cooling system .................................... 4-32
B Equipment rotation system.............................. 7-11
Batteries ......................................................... 9-2 External visual inspection................................ 3-3
Bio-degradable hydraulic oil....................... 4-35/49
Bleeding air ..................................................... 4-38 F
Break-in........................................................... 4-6 Filling chart E215B ......................................... 4-57
Bucket applications as a function of the arms Filling chart E245B ......................................... 4-58
E215B .......................................................... 8-10 Filter:
Bucket applications as a function of the arms air cleaner ................................................ 4-16/36
E245B .......................................................... 8-11 engine oil....................................................... 4-30
Button: fuel ................................................................ 4-31
Auto-Idle........................................................ 2-10 fuel pre-filter .................................................. 4-38
buzzer cut-off ................................................ 2-12 hydraulic oil tank breather ............................. 4-54
display shifting .............................................. 2-7 outside air conditioner .............................. 4-15/35
select............................................................. 2-8 pilot system hydraulic oil ............................... 4-48
travel speed .................................................. 2-13 Front windscreens and windows .................... 2-31
windshield washer......................................... 2-11 Fuel level indicator .......................................... 2-6
windshield wiper............................................ 2-11 Fuel tank ......................................................... 4-12
work mode .................................................... 2-11 Fuses - relay ................................................... 9-4
C G
Cab ................................................................. 2-30 H
Cab protections (F.O.P.S) and FRONT
Hardware tightening torques ........................... 4-17
GUARD ......................................................... 7-12
Heated seat (pneumatic type) ........................ 2-35
Check:
Hood and access covers ................................ 3-2
air conditioner ............................................... 4-34
Horn ............................................................... 2-21
engine valves ................................................ 4-51
Hourmeter ...................................................... 2-4
fuel hoses...................................................... 4-26
Hydraulic anti theft (upon request) .................. 2-19
hardware tightening torques ......................... 4-17
Hydraulic breaker ........................................... 7-1
hoses and connections ................................. 4-23
Hydraulic oil reservoir...................................... 4-11
oil level swing reduction unit ......................... 4-14
oil level travel side reduction units ................ 4-13 I
swing gear..................................................... 4-47 Identification data ............................................ 1-2
tracks ............................................................ 4-9 Inspection after starting the engine ................ 3-16
Cigarette lighter .............................................. 2-23 Inspections prior to starting the engine ........... 3-4
Cleaning: Instrument and controls .................................. 2-2
air cleaner: outer element ............................. 4-16 Internal ceiling light ........................................ 2-23
outside air filter conditioner ...................... 4-15/35
pilot system hydraulic oil filter ....................... 4-48 J
radiator.......................................................... 4-32
Climate conditioner system ............................ 2-27 K
Control levers.................................................. 2-20 L
Coolant temperature indicator......................... 2-6
Lifting machine ................................................ 6-7
Counter rotating the machine (spin turn) ....... 3-21
Location of the switches.................................. 2-16
Crusher .......................................................... 7-6
Lubrication:
D boom and arm ............................................... 4-28
Desmantling of the machine .......................... 3-41 bucket links ................................................... 4-8
Digging data E215B (Monoblock Version) ...... 8-2 swing bearing and gear................................. 4-33
Digging data E215B (Triple Articulation swing reduction unit ...................................... 4-43
Version)......................................................... 8-3 M
Digging data E245B (Monoblock Version) ...... 8-4
Machine controls plate .................................... 3-19
Digging data E245B (Triple Articulation
Machine lubrication and maintenance chart.... 4-7
Version)......................................................... 8-5
Machine operation in adverse weather
E conditions ..................................................... 3-40
Electrical system ............................................. 9-1 Main machine components ............................. 1-3
I
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Maintenance: Steering the machine ..................................... 3-21

After 250 hours of operation.......................... 4-8 Stopping the engine ........................................ 3-15
After 500 hours of operation.......................... 4-28 Swing reduction unit ........................................ 4-14
After 1000 hours of operation........................ 4-36 Swinging the turret .......................................... 3-24
After 1500 hours of operation........................ 4-39 Switch:
After 2000 hours of operation........................ 4-40 cab work ........................................................ 2-18
After 3000 hours of operation........................ 4-51 “heavy lift”...................................................... 2-17
After 5000 hours of operation........................ 4-52 load momentum............................................. 2-18
Maintenance to be performed when required . 4-55 parking brake release.................................... 2-19
Manual signals ............................................... 3-29 quick coupling................................................ 2-18
Monitor ............................................................ 2-5 single/double delivery.................................... 2-17
work lights ..................................................... 2-17
N
Noise level....................................................... 1-4 T
Technical specification .................................... 8-1
O Towing the machine ........................................ 3-28
Objects handling operation ............................. 3-36 Tracks.............................................................. 4-9
Operating in mud or water .............................. 3-27 Transporting dimensions E215B (Monoblock
Operating the machine ................................ 3-1/19 Version) ........................................................ 8-6
Operational precautions .................................. 3-19 Transporting dimensions E215B (Triple
Operator's compartment ................................. 2-34 Articulation Version) ...................................... 8-7
Transporting dimensions E245B (Monoblock
P
Version) ........................................................ 8-8
Parking the machine ...................................... 3-35 Transporting dimensions E245B (Triple
Power boost ................................................... 2-21 Articulation Version) ...................................... 8-9
Practices to improve efficiency ....................... 3-25 Travel control pedals ...................................... 2-22
Q Travel side reduction units .............................. 4-13
Travelling the machine ................................... 3-20
R Troubleshooting engine .................................. 5-1
Radio .............................................................. 2-24 Troubleshooting hydraulic system .................. 5-4
Replacement: 12 Volt socket ................................................. 2-23
air filters......................................................... 4-36
U
alternator - fan belt ........................................ 4-39
bucket............................................................ 4-55 Using the power boost (Boosting of the
bucket teeth replacement.............................. 4-56 power) .......................................................... 3-22
engine cooling system................................... 4-44 V
engine oil....................................................... 4-29
Vibration to the operator ................................. 1-4
engine oil filter ............................................... 4-30
fuel filters....................................................... 4-31 W
fuel pre-filter .................................................. 4-38 Warming up the machine ............................... 3-17
hydraulic oil tank breather filter ..................... 4-54 Warning icons.................................................. 2-14
hydraulic system oil....................................... 4-52 Windscreen washer ........................................ 2-33
hydraulic system return oil filter..................... 4-37 Windscreen wiper ........................................... 2-33
swing reduction unit ...................................... 4-42
travel side reduction units ............................. 4-40
Road transport ............................................... 6-1
X
S
Y
Safety lever .................................................... 2-3
Safety plates ................................................... 1-41 Z
Safety precautions .......................................... 1-5
Seat belt ......................................................... 2-36
Service reminder plate ................................... 4-5
Shifting the travel speed (1st, 2nd Speed) ..... 3-22
Starter switch ................................................. 2-3
Starting the engine ......................................... 3-12
Starting the engine in cold climates ................ 3-13
Starting the engine in normal conditions ......... 3-12
Starting the engine using booster batteries..... 3-14
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Warming up the machine ........................................................................................................................ 3-17

7 - OPTIONS AND VARIANTS

Digging data E215B (Triple Articulation Version)........................................................................................ 8-3

IDENTIFICATION DATA E215B - E245B

A - Machine Identification Plate B - Engine Identification Plate

AFTER SALES SERVICE SPARE PARTS

MAIN MACHINE COMPONENTS E215B - E245B

1. Arm cylinder 15. Batteries

NOISE LEVEL E215B - E245B (2000/14/CE)

Sound power level

Level of sound pressure at operator's

VIBRATION TO THE OPERATOR

The level of vibrations transmitted to the operator

When the machine is to be stopped for whatever GENERALITIES

Check distance between boom/arm and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Always keep head, body, limbs, feet, hands, and

RECOGNISE SAFETY INFORMATION

• This is your SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL.

- When you see this symbol on your machine or

UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS

• In this Manual you will find the following words

DANGER: indicates an imminent hazardous

WARNING: indicated a potential hazardous

CAUTION: indicates a potential hazardous IMPORTANT

NOTE: indicates an additional explanation for

• This Manual also contains this symbol

FOLLOW SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Carefully read and observe all safety signs on the

PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES

• Be prepared if a fire starts or an accident occurs.

WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

• Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment

PROTECT AGAINST NOISE

• Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause

INSPECT THE MACHINE

• Inspect the machine carefully every day or work-

USE HAND HOLDS AND STEPS

• Falling is one of the major causes of personal

- When you get on and off the machine, always

ADJUST THE OPERATOR'S SEAT

• A seat poorly adjusted for operator or work

- The seat should be adjusted whenever machine

FASTEN SEAT BELT

• Should the machine overturn, the operator may

- Prior to operating the machine, thoroughly

MOVE AND OPERATE MACHINE SAFELY

• Bystanders can be run over.

- Pay the utmost attention not to run over

OPERATE ONLY FROM THE DRIVER'S SEAT

• Inappropriate engine starting procedures may

DO NOT CARRY PERSON ON THE MACHINE

• Riders on the machine are exposed to serious

- DO NOT carry riders on the machine. Besides

CONFIRM DIRECTION WHERE THE

• Incorrect travel controls operation may result in

- Before driving the machine, be aware of the