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The manual should be regarded as the permanent part of excavator and kept at the easy reading place for consultation at any time. If it is damaged or lost, please contact SUNWARD or agents for ordering. The manual should be attached when the excavator is transferred or sold.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F-5 1.3.6 Operation on Snowy Ground ....................25 1.3.7 Avoid Tipping-Over ......................25 1.3.8 Preventing Accidents While Backing or Swinging .............. 26 1.3.9 Avoiding Accidents Caused By Control Failures ..............27 1.3.10 Moving Machine Safely ....................27 1.3.11 Safety Rules during Traveling ...................
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F-5 3.2.4 Air Condition Control Panel ....................50 3.2.5 Multifunction Monitor System .................... 51 3.2.6 Right Pilot Control Handle ....................71 3.2.7 Horn Switch ......................... 71 3.2.8 Left Pilot Control Handle ....................72 3.2.9 One-key Idling Switch ......................72 3.2.10 Starting Switch ........................
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F-5 1 SAFETY RULES Warning Please thoroughly read and completely understand all precautions described in this manual or safety labels. Follow all instructions when operating or servicing this machine.
In case the labels are damaged, lost or not legible, replace them with new ones. For details of the part number, refer to parts manual or actual label, and place an order with SUNWARD or our authorized distributors. Actual position of safety labels in the machine...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F-5 1.1.2 Safety Labels Instructions (1) Safety Operation Label Please read all safety precautions carefully written in labels and all information concerning safety, prior to operate machine. Maintenance frequently and replace safety label if required.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F-5 procedures, please refer to the “diesel engine maintenance manual” enclosed with the other literature of the machine. Pre-start inspection Keep control lever of pilot valve in LOCK position, pilot handle and travel pull link are in normal position (neutral position), operator sit over seat.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F-5 (3) Diesel Label Caution Refilling fuel with extra care. Stop engine before refilling fuel. Do not smoke while refilling to fuel tank or operating around fuel system. Select proper fuel according to different ambient temperature.
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Use only genuine SUNWARD components. The warranty is not applicable for any damages arising from failure to use SUNWARD recommended fuel, lubricant, hydraulic oil and genuine SUNWARD components. Do not adjust engine speed limiter or safety valve of...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F-5 hydraulic system. Do not allow water or vapor to reach electrical equipment. Do not disassemble components such as engine pump controller, sensor etc. (6) Wiper Label Use the wiper properly. (7) Filter Element Maintenance Safety Label Replace pilot oil filter ……every 400 hours...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F-5 Rotate clockwise to tighten filter housing to head cover. Tighten at torque: 19.5—29.5Nm (2-3 kgf.m). (8) Engine Hood Label Warning Risk of entangled by transmission part, such as belt Engine should be shut down prior to inspection and maintenance.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F-5 (12) Lifting Direction Label (13) Traction Hook (14) Anti- scald Label After running operation, engine oil, gear oil and hydraulic oil is getting hot, so do engine, hoses, pipelines or other components. Be cautious of scalding.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F-5 working device motion, swing action of upper structure, machine travel accordingly. The right pilot handle controls motions as below: a. boom rise b. boom fall c. backhoe loading , or grab bucket rotate clockwise d.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F-5 (19) Pilot Safety Lock Label (20) Fuel Label Warning Handle fuel with extra care because it’s highly flammable. In case that fuel is ignited, this can cause explosion or fire, and even death or injury to person.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F (21) Emergency Exit Label When accidents happen, and operator is trapped in cab, operator can use life hammer located on the side of cab to destroy window labeled with exit mark to get out of the machine.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 1.2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES 1.2.1 Observing Safety Rules Thoroughly read, understand and follow all safety precautions and procedures found in this manual. Regularly affix, maintenance and renew new safety labels, so that they are legible,conspicuous and affixed firmly. ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 1.2.2 Understanding Safety Label Different safety labels containing safety messages are located on different position. All message of safety are identified by words “DANGER” “WARNING” and “CAUTION”(see fig), Their significations are as follow: DANGER ---indicates an imminent hazard, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Thick gloves Protective glasses, goggles or face mask Mask or filter face mask Ear plug or earcap Safety belt and rain-proof 1.2.5 Safety Equipment Make sure that all guards and covers are properly positioned. Repair immediately if they are damaged. ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F cab to prevent fire as a result of solar light focusing. Don’t leave lighter in cab. There is a possibility that lighter may explode along with the increase of temperature. 1.2.9 Correct Entering/Leaving Machine ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F performance of seat belt can meet the requirements for use. 1.2.12 Ensuring Perfect Visibility Stop the machine if the fog, rain, snow or dust has negative effects on your visibility. To work at dark, make sure the lighting device can function normally.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F or dry grass. Survey terrain and ground condition around worksite. Determine a safest operation method in a safe manner. Do not operate in vicinity of the area in which there is a risk of landslide or falling rock. ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 1.2.19 Distance to High Voltage Cables Severe injury or death can occur to person due to any contact of any parts or load of machine with electric cables. Always keep safe distance: Minimum Voltage safe distance 100V 200V...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F engine oil. Stop engine before refilling. Do not spill oil to hot surface or electrical equipments of machine. Secure and lock oil cap after adding oil. Wipe off oil dirt; remove all flammable or explosive material.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Moreover, keep face and body away from valve block in case that part will fly out. There is some pressure build up in travel redactor. Gear oil temperature will increase after operation. Keep face and body away from air bleeding plug.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Fasten all connector parts prior to pressurizing. Use cardboard to locate leakage. Keep your hand and body away from pressurized fluid. In case of accidents, consult a doctor experienced in this kind of injury for medical care. 1.2.29 Safe Disposal of Liquids ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F SUNWARD disclaim any responsibility for damage, injury or accidents arising from unauthorized modification. 1.3 SAFE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 1.3.1 Inspection before Starting Engine Before starting daily routine inspection, carry out the following checks. Wipe off dust on glass window to secure visual field.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F ground. Never ride on the machine, the machine is for operator only. Do not attempt to start engine by short circuiting the engine (including terminal starting), this action is dangerous, beyond dangerous, it will cause damages to equipment.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Do not lower, swing or stop working device all of sudden. Do not extend or retract boom cylinder suddenly, There is a risk of machine tipping over due to impact force. 1.3.5 Operation on Slopes ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F over machine; this may cause severe accidents of injury and death. Machine will tip over before you jump off the machine. Fasten seat belt. There is a possibility of tipping over when machine is operated on a slope.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Keep windows, mirrors and light fittings clean. In case of improper visibility arising from dust, rain, or fog etc. use appropriate lighting device. Please read and understand all safety rules described in this manual. 1.3.9 Avoiding Accidents Caused By Control Failures Warning: When the machine is out of control, any...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F When traveling, swing, operating working device in confined area, position a signal person and define the meaning of the signals beforehand. 1.3.11 Safety Rules during Traveling During operation of machine, do not operate exceeding max load capacity or performance to avoid stall and damage to working device.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F machine. When traveling uphill, set the cab facing uphill direction. For downhill, set the cab facing downhill direction. When traveling, always check the firmness of the ground in front of machine. When traveling uphill, extend the working device to the front to improve the balance, keep the working device 20 to 30cm and travel at low speed.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F route or means of transportation according to the width, height or weight of the load. Provide proper truck or trailer for road transportation. When crossing bridges or private structures, check first to ensure that the ground is firm enough and capable of supporting the weight of the machine.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F lever in the cab to alert the other person that you are carrying out maintenance or service. Set the other warning signs around the machine if necessary. 1.4.2 Parking Machine Prior to Maintenance Park the machine on firm level ground.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F accumulated lubricating grease, oil or debris. Always disconnect negative terminal from battery before testing on electrical system or welding on the machine. Provide complete lighting device for jobsite. When working under the machine or inside the machine, always use maintenance work light with protective hood.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Use only qualified person to carry out welding operation, never allow any unqualified personnel to carry out welding operation. Sparks may occur during grinding. Place flammables in safe place prior to grinding operation. ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F least 15 minutes for volatilization prior to welding or heating. 1.4.9 Attachments There are some hazards that those stored accessories say bucket, breakout hammer might fall off to cause serious injury. Store accessories and equipment to avoid falling off. Take necessary measures to prevent children and unauthorized personnel from entering storage area.
If any loose bolts are found, stop work and tighten to the specified torque. If any damaged hoses are found, stop operations immediately and contact with your SUNWARD distributor. Damaged hose, deformed mouthpiece, damaged O-ring.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 1.4.14 Preventing Accumulator Explosion Do not allow any lightened matches or other flame to approach accumulator upper side. Failure to do so may cause explosion. Use voltmeter or hydrometer to measure electricity; do not measure the electricity of battery by short circuiting.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 2 TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE Warning Before reading this chapter, please thoroughly read and fully understand the contents described in chapter "SAFETY RULES" in this manual.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 2.1 TRANSPORT 2.1.1 General Transport Instructions Before using a trailer to transport machine, contact local traffic department to confirm relevant regulations, make sure that machine’s overall length, width, height and weight are within allowed spec. ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 2.1.3 Loading or Unloading with a Trailer Warning When loading or unloading, do not go at idle speed mode to prevent sudden change in speed. Set travel speed at low position. Do not attempt any travel speed switching operation to avoid that sharp change of speed and over-speed cause danger.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 2.1.4 Loading Note Load the machine only on firm, level ground and keep a safe distance with the road shoulder. Chock the machine to prevent the machine movement during loading process. The ramp for loading must have enough strength and width with an maximum slope of 15°, be sure both side of the ramp is at equal level so that machine could travel safely.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 2.1.5 Tying Down the Machine Note Secure the chains or slings to the machine frame. Do not place the chains and slings across or press on the hydraulic piping or hoses. When placing the machine on the specified position of the trailer, fold working equipment to transportation configuration, lower the boom, place an wooden block under bucket cylinder to prevent damages to it during...
This lifting procedure applies to machine with standard specifications. To get the lifting methods information for the machines equipped with other attachments or optional devices, please contact SUNWARD or our distributor. Machine lifting operation Set work equipment to the sprocket side. Extend arm...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F operate boom cylinder and lower the work equipment to the ground. Stop the engine, remove the key and lock cab doors and windows securely. Use steel rope and support rod with sufficient length to keep them not to hit machine during lifting operation.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F to be stored outdoors, select level, firm ground and cover the machine with a sheet. 2.2.2 During Storage Note When it's necessary to perform the rust-preventive operation while the machine is at indoor, open the doors and windows to ventilate and prevent gas poisoning. ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3 OPERATION Warning Before reading this chapter, please thoroughly read and fully understand the contents described in chapter "SAFETY RULES" in this manual.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.1 MACHINE ASSEMBLY DRAWING To operate machine safely and properly, it’s crucial to fully understand the machine’s individual structure and operation methods for controlling equipment, as well as the presented meaning. 1. Bucket 2.Linkage 3.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.2 Pilot Safety Lever Warning When leaving the cab, always set the pilot pilot safety lever (1) to LOCK position. Failure to do so as well as to touch the lever accidentally, serious injury may occur. ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.3 Travel Control Lever Warning Do not rest your feet on pedal unless the machine travels. If resting your feet on the pedal and stepping down on it accidentally, a sudden movement of the machine may occur and lead to serious accidents.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5 Multifunction Monitor System 3.2.5.1 Main Interface Sunward LOGO Sunward LOGO Warning icon GPS failure code Emergency-stop alarm One-key for idle speed Fuel oil level Engine regeneration Post-processing Coolant temperature Accelerator gear Auto preheating Failure code...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F warning light will light; no warning, the light is white. SUNWARD LOGO: Fuel quntity icon: . On the side of E means that fuel is a little, on the side of F means that lots of fuel. When the pointer turns to the red area on the E side, the fuel oil should be refilled in time.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F icon disappear. Accelerator gear: ten gears are included. Turn the accelerator knob to change it. is a icon for system failure. When system detects a system failure, this icon is red, or is white. is the icon for auto-preheating. When the machine temperature is lower than the set one, increase the engine rev to heat the water.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F In this interface: This interface display rest maintenance time of engine oil filter element, fuel filter element and air filter element. If there are no need to maintain, please press F1 to exit. After replacing engine oil filter element, press F5 to set maintenance time again. After replacing diesel oil filter element, press F5 to set maintenance time again.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.4 Main Menu Interface Press F2 in main interface enter into menu interface Downward Upward select select Confirm Exit In this interface: Following information you can find, including operate information, port information, warning and failure information, user settings, system settings, machine information, history failure record, throttle calibration, loading counter.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.5 Operation Information Interface Running Information Running Information ECU Information This interface display system operation information, in this interface: Three interfaces are included. Following information you can find: Engine rev, system voltage, fuel oil level, hydraulic pump pressure, pilot pressure, work mode, accelerator gear, work time, engine torque, engine oil pressure, air pressure, pressurized temperature, DEF liquid temperature and level.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.6 Port Information Interface Port Information Port Information This interface display system port information, in this interface: Two interfaces are included, which are analog signals and numerical signals. Press F4 and F5 to switch among two interfaces. Press F1 to return system menu interface.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.7 Machine Information Interface In this interface: Following information can be found, including machine model, machine serial no., displayer no., engine model and soft version no. Press F1 to return system menu interface.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.8 User Setting Interface Input correct password in the user loading interface and then enter user setting interface, in this interface: In user loading interface, use F2 and F3 to input password, F4 button is used for selecting password digit capacity.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.8.1 Clock Setting Interface In this interface: F4 is used to select the parameter which should be modified, F2 and F3 are used to modify parameters, F5 is used to confirm the modified value, and press F1 to exit.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.8.2 Language Setting Interface In this interface: Press F2 and F3 to select a language, confirm by F5 and return by F1.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.8.3 Screen Brightness Setting Interface In this interface: Press F2 and F3 to adjust the brightness, confirm by F5 and return by F1.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.8.4 Maintenance Interval Setting Interface In this interface: Press F2 and F3 to adjust interval time, F4 is used to select project to be adjust, F5 is confirming, press F1 to return.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.8.5 User Password Modification Interface In this interface: Press F2 and F3 to modify password, F4 is used to select password digit capacity, press F5 to confirm, exit by F1. After inputting the correct password, then you can set a new password.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.8.6 Stage Hour Setting Interface In this interface: F2 and F3 are used to begin timing or reset the time, when timing begins, lease hour is triggered, when select time reset, lease hour reset, press F5 to confirm, press F1 to exit.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.9 System Settings Interface Input the correct password in the loading interface of system settings to enter the system settings interface in which you can do following operations: (1) In the loading interface of system interface, input correct password by F2 and F3, select the password digit capacity by F4, confirm with F5 after correct password is input to enter the system settings interface.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.10 Warning and Failure Information Interface In this interface: System failure, GPS failure and ECM failure are included. You can check corresponding information of failure or warning code. F2 and F3 can be selected among failure. Three interfaces can be switched by F4.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.11 History Failure Record Interface History failure record interface 4-1 History failure record interface 4-2 History failure record interface 4-3 History failure record interface 4-4 In this interface:...
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In interface4-4, F5 is used to confirm clearing history failure. F1 is to exit. 3.2.5.12 Throttle Calibration Interface Disoperation can lead to abnormal system, so please try your best to contact with Sunward or the person who is authorized by Sunward to deal with it. In this interface:...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.5.13 Loading Counter Interface In this interface: Start/cancel loading counter function, or reset current loading number. Press F2 and F3 used to select loading counter and reset loading number, press F5 confirm. Press F1 to go back.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.6 Right Pilot Control Handle (with horn switch) The right handle for work equipment is used to control boom up/down movement as well as bucket’s digging and dumping. (a)pull the handle backward--boom lift (b)push the handle forward -boom lower (c)push the handle to right- bucket dump (d)push the hanlde to left - bucket dig A (dial): switch on/off the hydraulic shear...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.8 Left Pilot Control Handle (With One-key Idling Switch) Left side work equipment control handle is used to operate arm to dig or dump and control upper-structure to slew. (1) push the handle forward--arm extend (2) pull the handle backward-arm retract (3) push the handle to right-- upper-structure swing clockwise...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.10 Starting Switch Starting switch is used to start or shut the engine. OFF position You can insert or remove key. All electrical system switches are shut-down except indoor lamp. Engine is stopped as well. ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.12 Work light Switch Work light Switch is used to control headlight, working light, and light for monitor. Set Work light Switch to ON position, machine’s front light, working light, and monitor light will be electrified and illuminated.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.2.15 Auto /Manual Selection Switch This switch is used to control pilot solenoid valve. Place the switch on “Auto” position, and the pilot solenoid valve is controlled by the excavator controller. Set to the “Manual” position to control the pilot solenoid valve by the corresponding switch.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.3 OTHER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 3.3.1 Cab Windows Cab rotary front window To open or close the rotary window, always stop the machine at level ground, lower the work equipments to ground and stop the engine before proceeding to other operations.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Cab Skylight Window Set pilot safety lever to LOCK position.; Warning Serious accidents may occur arising from failure to lock up the control lever or touch it unexpectedly. Open the lock button (A) on the front, then grip the handle (B) and push it upward to open the canopy.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Exterior Rotary Latch Open the cab door: push the door until A latches with B (see the right fig.1), following a Fig.1 clack sound, the door is locked( see fig.2). Open the cab door:Press the unlock handle on the right side of under door frame, the fixed Fig.2 lock will be open,(as fig.3),then close the cab...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.3.2 Cover and Hood with Lock The fuel filling opening, cab, machine body covering units are equipped with lock. When using starting key to open or close these covers, doors and hoods, insert the key to the bottom, then rotate the key.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Fuel tank lock Open fuel tank filling opening cover A; insert the key into the key slot, turn the key anticlockwise for 180°, the lock is open. To lock the fuel filling opening, turn the B clockwise (see fig below).
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.3.3 Cigar Lighter Push the lighter into the hole following the direction given in fig. it will rest in LOCK position until the heat-up is made. Then the light will eject and return to initial position.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F circulate among FM1/FM2/FM3/AM1/AM2/FM1. (4) Radio Channel Manual Selection: Shortly press “∧” and “∨” under the “TUNING” to search radio station by upward or downward frequency. (5) Radio Channel Auto Selection: Press “∧” and “∨” under the “TUNING” for more than 0.5 second, the radio will search radio station automatically by upward or downward frequency, till one is found, and then keep on listening in this one.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Attention Set the volume to the appropriate position to avoid traffic accidents. Place this radio in the cab if in the hot or cold day. Idle temperature ensures its good performance. It's easily broken when water poured in, don't spray water onto this radio when washing the machine.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Rotate the angle adjustment hand wheel 5 under the arm rest; adjust the arm rest 4 to the comfortable position. E:Foot position adjustment Pull up level 2, and adjust the foot position, after it attains ideal position, put down the lever, and realize self-hold.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.3.7 Air Conditioner Instruction Warning It's dangerous to perform improper operation, lubrication, maintenance service procedure on the machine. This may cause injury or death. Do not attempt any operation on the machine before thoroughly understand information...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Operation Instruction The cab inner is equipped with air conditioner, the panel is on the left controlling box, and users can start the air conditioner according to environmental temperature and self requirement, and adju sting inner temperature.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F button , the setting temperature will rise; Press the button , the setting temperature will drop. On normal state, the temperature should be set at 25 centigrade. 4. Air outlet selection The mode of the outlet can be set as below: Press this selection button ④...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F disappear and the air conditioner stops running. 8. A/C ON/OFF switch The switch is used to control the start and shutdown of the A/C system (for cooling, heating, and dehumidification). Press down the A/C switch ⑧, and the air conditioner starts and its indicator light is turned on;...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F limited to prevent the cool air from flowing out and the engine coolant temperature is flow. Auto run stop Press down the OFF switch ① The set temperature and air flow rate indicators on the LCD screen as well as the auto switch and A/C switch lights are off and the air conditioner is stopped.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Running in cool head and warm feet mode (BYLEVEL) Meaning trouble Representation 1. Press down the fan switch ② to adjust the air flow rate. code The set temperature and air flow rate are confirmed through Trouble-free the LCD screen.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Conversion between ℃ and ℉ LCD indication To press down the temperature setting switches ℃ 18.0~32.0 simultaneously for 5 seconds while the fan operates can realize the conversion between ℃ and ℉. ℉ 63~91 Reset Applicable for the newly installed air conditioner or erasing the trouble codes after the troubleshooting.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.4 MACHINE OPERATION AND CONTROL 3.4.1 Operator’s Position Operator is seated on the left hand in the cab. It includes operator seat, seat belt, left/right handle, left/right pedal travel operating valve (handle), operation display screen, radio and .air conditioner.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.4.3 Work Mode Selection Based on different work condition, select different work mode for the high efficiency, energy saving, and environmental friendly purpose. Select different gears by accelerator rotary knob according to driving modes, shown as below. S─...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Do a walk-around inspection on machine: check for bolt looseness, wire wear out, piping leakage etc. If any abnormal signs are detected, please clear them. Check work equipments, cylinder, link, hose free of crack, wear out or and variation.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F before starting the engine. Do not keep the starting motor running continuously for longer than 5 seconds. If the engine fails to start, wait 2 minutes before a new attempt. Start the engine in normal weather condition ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F allowed to operate. If no, find out the problem and do not operate until the problem is cleared. You could stop the engine to help find the problem if necessary. 3.4.6 New Machine Running-in Note ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.4.7 Machine Preheating in Cold Weather Note When hydraulic oil temperature is below 25 ℃ , operating machine in this circumstances cause sudden movement and stop, the machine will become hard to maneuver. And accidents may occur.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.4.8 Safety Operation Rules Safety rules on machine steering Place the idler underneath the cab and place sprocket under counterweight. Only when idler is under the cab, the direction of travel control lever matches with that of machine traveling. Otherwise, the direction is in reverse.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Safety rules on travelling operation Do not exceed allowed load of the machine to prevent damages to it. When traveling on flat ground, lower work equipment (bucket) to a height of 400 to500mm above the ground level. ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.4.9 Machine Traveling Note Only if the idler is under cab, the machine moves in the same direction to the operation of the travel levers. When machine is traveling, do not change traveling direction suddenly to avoid damages to machine.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.4.10 Machine Steering When idler is located under cab, push left travel lever (or pedal) forward, the machine will turn right, push right travel lever( or pedal) to turn left. When idler is located under cab, pull left travel lever (or pedal) backward to turn left.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F When the sprocket is located under cab, the relation between operation direction and machine travel direction is opposite to the item ①, ② above.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.4.11 Upper-structure Swing Warning Before swing operation, check that surrounding area is clear of obstacles and has sufficient space to swing During swing operation, do not extend bucket and arm at one time, unless the space is larger than machine’s max digging radius.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.4.13 Work Backhoe work The bucket should be lowered at 45 to the ground. Use arm as a primary digging force to pull bucket towards machine direction. If there is mud adhered to bucket, move arm and (or) bucket back and forth rapidly to get rid of mud.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Leveling work Note Do not use bucket to smooth the ground excessively. Do not pull bucket in travel manner to carry out smooth operation. Do not use bucket in swing manner to carry out leveling operation.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Breaking work Note Select matched model breaker according to excavator model. Main applications of breaker: Rock crush Road construction Structure demolition Keep the chisel pushed perpendicularly against the impact surface when carrying out breaking operation.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Prohibition for a Breaker Do not operate hammer breaker to the end of strokes. Do not crush objects with swing force. Do not move the chisel while carrying out breaking operations Do not move chisel to gather in pieces of rock.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Do not twist the chisel when it has penetrated the rock. Do not move work equipments to drive breaker to work. When folding arm and breaker, do not collide boom; let alone step down impacting pedal to cause chisel to hit boom.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.4.14 Emergency Stop for Boom If the engine fails to start due to unexpected shutdown, it’s necessary to lower the boom and keep bucket down to ground to prevent accidents arising from boom falling off as well as to facilitate service.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.4.16 Machine Stop and Emergency Stop Stop machine 1) Stop operating lever and travel pedal, each control valve will return to NEUTRAL position; all action of the machine will stop. However machine will when operating the control valve. 2)...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 3.4.17 Prohibited Operations 1) Do not let bucket with full load passing over people and cab to prevent falling objects. 2) Do not excavate too deeply under the machine, the ground under the machine may collapse and cause the machine to fall.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 5) Do not use impact of work equipments to break objects. This may cause damages to work equipments. 6) When carrying out demolition work, do not carry demolition above your head, there is hazard of broken parts falling off. 7)...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4 MAINTENANCE Warning Before reading this chapter, please thoroughly read and fully understand the contents described in chapter “SAFETY RULES” in this manual.
4.1.1 Maintenance Instruction and Inspection Procedure 【Important】 Use recommended fuel, hydraulic oil and lubricant. Use only genuine parts produced by SUNWARD. In the event that you fail to use recommended fuel, lubricant, hydraulic oil and genuine parts, your warranty rights will become void.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.1.3 Checking Hour Meter Frequently Check the reading displayed on hour meter to see if the time has come for any necessary maintenance. The interval listed on regular maintenance table is made based on normal situation. If your machine works under extreme condition, you may shorten this interval to carry out maintenance procedure.
Service relating to the electric system is checking fan belt tension, checking damage or wear to the fan belt and checking battery fluid level. Never install any electric elements other than those specified by SUNWARD. When working at seashore, carefully clean the electric system to prevent corrosion.
The hydraulic system has been filled with SAE 10W CD oil, when the machine is shipped from factory. Do not use any hydraulic oil other than those recommended by SUNWARD. Failure to do so may cause filter clogging.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Fuel may congeal depending on the temperature when it is used (particularly in low temperature below -15° C(5° F). It’s necessary to use the fuel that is suitable for the temperature. To prevent humidity in air to condense in fuel tank to form water, top up oil tank after the work is finished every day.
When replacing filter elements, check if any metal particles are affixed to the old filter. If any metal particles are found, contact with your SUNWARD distributor. Do not open packs of spare filters until just before they are to be used. Always use SUNWARD genuine filter elements.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.3 TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION Note If nuts, bolts, or other parts are not tightened to the specified torque, it will cause looseness or damage to the tightened parts, and this will cause failure of the machine or problems with operation.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.4 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 4.4.1 Adding Lubrication Grease Interval (hour) Part name 1000 2000 Connecting pin roll of △ boom and platform Each pin roll Pin roll on both side of △ for work cylinder equipment Individual pin roll of △...
Recommended engine oil grade and brand are listed in the following table.: Engine oil -10℃ to 35℃ 25℃ to 40℃ -20℃ to 0℃ Manufacturer Sunward specified CI-4 15W-40 Mobil CI-4 15W-40※ Note: The machines delivered from the factory, has been filled with the engine oil marked by ※.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.4.5 Fuel System Interval (hours) Part Name 1000 2000 △ Drain deposit in fuel tank Drain water and deposit in △ water separator ▲※ Replace fuel filter ─ △ Leakage, crack etc Check fuel hose △...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.4.9 Other Interval (hours) Part Qty. 1000 2000 Check bucket teeth for wear —— △ and looseness Change bucket When necessary Adjust bucket connection When necessary clearance △ Check and change seat belt Every three years(Replace) ——...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.4.11 Wearing Parts Table Item Product no. Part name Qty. Remark Engine oil filter 750201013191 Engine oil element 730403000406 Fuel prefilter element Fuel filter 730403000566 Fuel main element Pilot filter 730403000396 Pilot element Air filter outer element 750201011595 Air filter Air filter inner element...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.4.12 Maintenance in Special Situation Work condition Maintenance instruction Check joints, bolts and nuts for looseness and lost, and any signs of damages and leakage. After work, clean up mud, rock, sand adhered to machine. Check In mud, water and rain.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.5 MACHINE MAINTENANCE INTERVAL 4.5.1 Daily Maintenance (Every 8 Hours) Carry out following maintenance operation before starting machine daily (every 8 hours): 4.5.1.1 Lubricating Work Equipments (1) boom cylinder foot, 2 places (2) boom foot pin ( 2 places) (3) boom cylinder piston rod end (2 places) (4) arm cylinder foot pin(1 place) (5) boom –...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.5.1.2 Checking Engine Oil Level Warning Engine oil filler The parts and oil are at high temperature after engine is stopped, and may cause serious burns. Wait until temperature goes down before starting operation. Oil dipstick ...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.5.1.4 Checking Hydraulic Level 【Important】 Do not run engine with empty hydraulic oil tank. With arm cylinder folded and bucket cylinder extended to their full stroke, lower bucket to ground to stop the machine. ...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F water and deposit. Collect them with container. Fasten valve the moment clean diesel oil is discharged. 4.5.1.6 Checking Hoses and Pipelines for Leakage, Interference Abrasion Warning Pressurized fluid can penetrate skin causing serious injury. ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.5.2 Maintenance in Initial 50 Hours of Running-in Engine oil pan drain valve Period The first 50 operation hours are the running-in period. It is necessary to carry out following maintenance operation: 4.5.2.1 Replacing Engine Oil, Oil Filter Element 1) Start engine to warm up oil without overheating.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Pay attention not to over fasten. Replacing engine oil Engine oil filter 11) Fill with oil through oil fill cap and check oil fill volume until specific scale position on dipstick is reached. Engine oil capacity 25L 12) Cap oil filling port.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.5.2.2 Draining Water and Sediment in Water Separator Water separator is located in main pump chamber, open inspection door (right back door), and use support rod to secure inspection door. Loosen drain valve located under water separator to drain water and deposit.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F filter and apply engine oil to contact surface. Then position it to filter bracket. During installation, fasten until sealing surface contacts with the sealing surface of filter bracket. Then fasten another half turn. Fastening too much may cause damages to contact surface and leading to signs of oil leakage.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Rinse filter. To replace filter, fix new filter on suspension bar, tighten bolt at torque: 14.5 to 19.5 Nm (1.5 to 2 kgf· m). Install oil suction filter and suspension bar unit 3, make sure filter is positioned on the opening properly. Install tank cover 1, make sure filter and suspension bar are place in position.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.5.2.7 Fan Tension Checking and Adjustment 【Important】 Excessive tension on belt will accelerate the wear-out of bearing and belt. Loose belt may cause incomplete battery charging, engine overheating, belt abnormality and premature wear-out. 11) Press at a point midway between fan belt pulley and engine belt pulley to check fan belt tension.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 2kgf/cm2), scatter personnel around to avoid scattered metal particles, wear personal protective articles including goggles protective glassed. Use compressed air to clean outside filter (1), following the wrinkle direction to blow air outward. Clean up the inside filter. ...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.5.3.3 Checking and Fastening Track Bolts If operating machine with bolts loosened, there is hazard that the bolts will rupture. Therefore the loosened bolts should be fastened. Tightening Method Track shoe Tighten at torque 490 ± 49 N m (50 ± 5 kgf m, 360 ± 36 lbft), then check to make sure that nuts contact with track link surfaces securely.
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There are bubbles flowing in cooling medium (continuous bubble flowing):Low cooling medium level. 【Important】 If the engine runs at low cooling medium level, this may cause damages to compressor. Bubbles indicate low cooling medium level, please contact SUNWARD distributor to add cooling medium.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Inspection during Idle Seasons If the air conditioning system is kept inactive for a long time, perform an operation on cooler for 3-5 minutes every month to lubricate each part of the compressor. 4.5.3.6 Checking Washer Fluid Level ...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Stop engine, set pilot safety lever to LOCK position. Remove O-ring of link to measure clearance “a”. Note: Move bucket to one side, or measure overall clearance at one place, the measurement is a little bit easy.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F against the back of the pin), use hammer to knock out pin (1), then remove bucket teeth (2). Clean mounting surface, place new bucket teeth (2) to teeth holder, push pin (1) partly into it by hand, then use hammer to knock in lock pin to position it to bucket holder.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 【Important】 Stopping the engine improperly may damage turbocharger. Set start key to OFF position, stop the engine, remove the key from starting lock, set pilot safety lever to LOCK position. Note After completing work, the gear oil temperature might be very high, wait for temperature to cool down.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Reinstall plug screw of oil fill port 1 and inspection port 2. Check the gear oil level on another side of travel redactor with the same method. 4.5.6.3 Checking, Adjusting Belt Tension of A/C Compressor Inspection The deflection should be 5 to 8mm, when pressing at a point midway between drive belt pulley and compressor...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F MPa, 2kgf/cm2), scatter personnel around to avoid scattered broken pieces, wear personal protective articles including goggles protective glassed. Use compressed air to clean outside filter (1), following the wrinkle direction to blow air outward. ...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 45°. Repeat 3 times from step 3 until lubricating grease overflows from swing bearing seal. 4.5.7.2 Lubricating Swing Mechanism Stop the machine at level ground, lower the bucket to ground. Stop auto-idle switch, run the engine unloaded at low speed for 5 minutes.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.5.7.6 Cleaning Cooler For details, please refer to chapter 4.5.3.2. 4.5.8 Every 1000 Hours Maintenance When the machine works for every 1000 hours, take the maintenance as specified in this chapter and carry out maintenance of every 50 hours, every 100 hours and every 250 hours and every 500 hours at the same time.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.5.8.2 Change Travel reduction gearbox Oil (2× 4.7 L) Stop the machine at level ground, set the connect line of travel reduction gearbox oil fill port 1 and drain port 3 is vertical from horizontal level.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.5.8.3 Changing Oil Return Filter Element Warning After the engine is stopped, parts and oil are still in high temperature which may result in serious burns. Wait for temperature to cool down. There is pressure inside hydraulic oil tank.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.5.8.4 Replacing Pilot Oil Filter Warning After engine is stopped, parts and oil are still in high temperature which may result in serious injury. Wait for temperature to cool down before stating maintenance operation. ...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.5.9 Every 2000 Hours Maintenance When machine works for every 2000 hours, Exhaust nut take the maintenance as specified in this chapter and carry out the maintenance of every 50 hours, 100 hours, 250 hours, 500 hours and 1000 hours at the same time.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 4.6 GENERAL TROUBLE SHOOTING Note If the machine is kept in storage for a long time, the oil film coating on kinetic surface may be damaged. After starting the machine. It's necessary to cycle individual kinetic surface for 2 to 3 times to let it completely lubricated.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Coolant level too low Improper coolant (e.g. water) Add coolant Defective thermostat Drain out, then replace with specified coolant Defective temperature Contact with your designated distributor. monitoring element Contact with your designated distributor. Radiator clogging Clean up radiator and front strainer Engine overheating Defective fan...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Bearing or seal wear out, damage Contact with your designated distributor Turbocharger joint Excessive pressure in crank Check intake pipe to ensure its function leakage case Check, clean up Carbon clogging in oil return piping of turbocharger Electrical system problem Cause...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Mode selection Problem Cause Remedy Defective indicator Contact with your designated distributor Work mode Defective controller Contact with your designated distributor selection does not Defective solenoid valve Contact with your designated distributor work Defective wire circuit Contact with your designated distributor Travel pilot pressure switch Contact with your designated distributor...
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F Suction piping leakage Contact with distributor Piping twist or depressed Check hydraulic piping mix water into oil Drain out and refill with proper hydraulic oil Hydraulic improper oil Drain out and refill with proper hydraulic oil produces bubble improper oil volume, too high Keep hydraulic oil within specified level range...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 5.1.7 Hydraulic Components NAME Main valve Main pump Swing motor Right travel motor Left travel motor Central swing joint Left pilot handle Right pilot handle Double-pedal valve Pilot filter Low pressure valve unit Boom cylinder Arm cylinder Bucket cylinder 5.1.8 Noise &...
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F 6 NOTE FOR SAFETY...
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SWE215F Note for safety If the machine is installed with attachments or optional parts without the authorization of SUNWARD, its service life will be shortened, and some machine failures or safety problems will be resulted in. Thus, SUNWARD will not take any responsibility for any accidents or damages caused by the unauthorized installation of attachments.
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE215F installing the attachment. ● Don’t walk under a load lifted by the crane. Stay at a safe place away from the load.
SWE215F 7 MANUFACTURER INFORMATION Company: SUNWARD INTELLIGENT EQUIPMENT CO., LTD. Trade mark: Add:Sunward Industrial Park, No.1335 Liangtang Road (E), Xingsha, Changsha, Hunan, China Sales hotline:400-887-6230; Service hotline:400-887-8230 Maintenance point:Our office in various provinces and cities of China Distributor information Distributor :...
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