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WA480-5L A37001 This material is proprietary to Komatsu America Corp. and is not to be reproduced, used, or disclosed except in accordance with written authorization from Komatsu America Corp. It is our policy to improve our products whenever it is possible and practical to do so. We reserve the right to make changes or add improvements at any time without incurring any obligation to install such changes on products sold previously.
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FOREWORD CONTENTS CONTENTS GENERAL ............. 01-1 STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION .
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FOREWORD The affected pages are indicated by using the following Mark Indication Action marks. It is requested that necessary actions be taken to ❍ New page to be added these pages according to the table below. ● Page to be replaced Replace Page to be deleted Discard...
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FOREWORD Mark Page Mark Page Mark Page Mark Page 00-2-12 WA450-5L WA480-5L...
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FOREWORD SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY NOTICE IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE Proper service and repair is extremely important for the safe operation of your machine. The service and repair techniques recommended and described in this manual are both effective and safe methods of operation. Some of these operations require the use of tools specially designed for the purpose.
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FOREWORD SAFETY When raising heavy components, use a hoist or crane. track separates suddenly, so never let anyone stand at Check that the wire rope, chains and hooks are free from either end of the track. damage. Always use lifting equipment which has ample capacity.
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FOREWORD GENERAL GENERAL This shop manual has been prepared as an aid to improve the quality of repairs by giving the serviceman an accurate understanding of the product and by showing him the correct way to perform repairs and make judgements. Make sure you understand the contents of this manual and use it to full effect at every opportunity.
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FOREWORD HOW TO READ THE SHOP MANUAL HOW TO READ THE SHOP MANUAL VOLUMES Revised pages are shown at the LIST OF REVISED PAGES between the title page and SAFETY page. Shop manuals are issued as a guide to carrying out repairs. SYMBOLS They are divided as follows: Chassis volume:...
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FOREWORD HOISTING INSTRUCTIONS HOISTING INSTRUCTIONS HOISTING can result. Hooks have maximum strength at the middle portion. WARNING! Heavy parts (25 kg or more) must be lifted with a hoist etc. In the DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY section, every part weighing 25 kg or more is indicated clearly with the sym- bol.
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FOREWORD PUSH PULL COUPLER PUSH PULL COUPLER WARNING! Before carrying out the following work, re- lease the residual pressure from the hydraulic tank. For details, see TESTING AND ADJUSTING, Releasing residual pressure from hydraulic tank. WARNING! Even if the residual pressure is released from the hydraulic tank, some hydraulic oil flows out when the hose is disconnected.
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FOREWORD PUSH PULL COUPLER TYPE 2 DISCONNECTION 1. Hold the mouthpiece of the tightening portion and push body c in straight until sliding prevention ring b contacts contact surface a of the hexagonal portion at the male end. 2. Hold in the condition in Step 1, and turn the lever e to the right - clockwise.
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FOREWORD PUSH PULL COUPLER TYPE 3 DISCONNECTION 1. Hold the mouthpiece of the tightening portion and push the body c in straight until sliding prevention ring b contacts contact surface a of the hexagonal portion at the male end. 2. Hold in the condition in Step 1, and push until the cover d contacts contact surface a of the hexagonal portion at the male end.
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FOREWORD COATING MATERIALS COATING MATERIALS ★ The recommended coating materials prescribed in the shop manuals are listed below. Category Code Part No. Quantity Container Main applications, features ● Used to prevent rubber gaskets, rubber LT-1A 790-129-9030 150 g Tube cushions and cork plugs from coming out ●...
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FOREWORD COATING MATERIALS Category Code Part No. Quantity Container Main applications, features ● Features: Resistance to water, oil ● Used as sealant for flange surface, thread. ● Also possible to use as sealant for flanges LG-4 790-129-9020 200 g Tube with large clearance.
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FOREWORD STANDARD TIGHTENING TORQUE STANDARD TIGHTENING TORQUE STANDARD TIGHTENING TORQUE OF BOLTS AND NUTS The following charts give the standard tightening torques of bolts and nuts. Exceptions are given in DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY. Thread diameter of bolt Width across flats 13.2 ±1.4 1.35 ±0.15 31.4 ±2.9...
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FOREWORD STANDARD TIGHTENING TORQUE TIGHTENING TORQUE OF HOSE NUTS Use these torques for hose nuts. Thread diameter Width across flat Tightening torque Nominal No. 24.5 ± 4.9 2.5 ± 0.5 49 ± 19.6 5 ± 2 78.5 ± 19.6 8 ± 2 137.3 ±...
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FOREWORD ELECTRIC WIRE CODE ELECTRIC WIRE CODE In the wiring diagrams, various colors and symbols are employed to indicate the thickness of wires. This wire code table will help you understand WIRING DIAGRAMS. Example: 05WB indicates a cable having a nominal number 05 and white coating with black stripe. CLASSIFICATION BY THICKNESS Copper wire Nominal num-...
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FOREWORD CONVERSION TABLES CONVERSION TABLES METHOD OF USING THE CONVERSION TABLE The Conversion Table in this section is provided to enable simple conversion of figures. For details of the method of using the Conversion Table, see the example given below. EXAMPLE ●...
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FOREWORD CONVERSION TABLES Temperature Fahrenheit Centigrade Conversion; a simple way to convert a Fahrenheit temperature reading into a Centigrade temperature reading or vise versa is to enter the accompanying table in the center or boldface column of figures. These figures refer to the temperature in either Fahrenheit or Centigrade degrees.
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ............01-2 WEIGHT TABLE .
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Machine model WA450-5L WA480-5L Serial number A36001 and up A37001 and up Operating weight 21,955 kg (48,402 lb) 24,145 kg (53,231 lb) Distribution (front) 13,360 kg (29,454 lb) 13,360 kg (29,454 lb) Distribution (rear) 15,450 kg (34,061 lb) 15,450 kg (34,061 lb) Bucket capacity (piled) 4.2 m³...
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WA480-5L Serial number A36001 and up A37001 and up Model Komatsu SAA6D125E-3 diesel engine Type 4-cycle, water cooled, in-line, 6-cylinder, direct injection with turbocharger, air to air aftercooler No. of cylinders - bore x stroke 6 - 125 mm (4.9 in) x 150 mm (5.9 in) Piston displacement 11 L (673 in³)
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Machine model WA450-5L WA480-5L Serial number A36001 and up A37001 and up Type Articulated steering Structure Fully hydraulic power steering Torque converter pump Type Gear type Delivery 251 liters per min. Steering pump Type Gear type Delivery 146 liters per min. Hydraulic pump Type Gear type...
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Machine model WA450-5L WA480 Serial number A36001 and up A37001 and up Work equipment control valve 2 or 3-spool type Type 210 kgf/cm (14.2 lbf/in Set pressure Travel control valve 2 or 3-spool type Type 210 kgf/cm (14.2 lbf/in Set pressure Cooling fan motor Type...
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GENERAL WEIGHT TABLE WEIGHT TABLE ★ This weight table is a guide for use when transporting or handling components. Unit: kg (lb) Machine model WA450-5L WA480-5L Serial No. A36001 and up A37001 and up Engine (without coolant and oil) 1,200 (2646) 1,200 (2646) Radiator (without coolant) 83 (183)
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It is not our policy to approve fuel, coolant and lubricants or to guarantee performance in service. The responsibility for the quality of the fuel, coolant and lubricant must remain with the supplier. When in doubt, consult your Komatsu distributor. The following table shows specified fuel, coolant and lubricants recommended for this machine.
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Total amount of oil including oil for components and piping. Refill Capacity: Amount of oil needed to refill system during normal maintenance. Other equipment may be necessary when operating the machine at temperatures below -20°C (-4°F). Consult your Komatsu distributor for your specific needs.
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STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION RADIATOR AND OIL COOLER ..........10-9 SPECIFICATIONS .
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STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS ECMV FOR SPEED CLUTCH ......... 10-47 ECMV FOR LOCK UP CLUTCH .
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STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION OF STEERING VALVE ........10-89 NEUTRAL .
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STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS OUTLINE ............10-126 SOLENOID VALVE .
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STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS BOOM SPOOL RAISE POSITION ........10-154 OPERATION .
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STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS BUCKET TILT ........... . 10-191 WORK EQUIPMENT CYLINDER .
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STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS STARTING CONDITIONS FOR SEMI AUTO DIG ..... . . 10-324 STARTING SEMI AUTO DIG ........10-324 TERMINATION OF SEMI AUTO DIG .
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STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS SENSORS ............. . 10-352 ENGINE AND MACHINE SPEED SENSOR .
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