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This machine should not be operated by any person who isn’t appropriately qualified or had the appropriate training. > Operation of this machine without periodic maintenance could cause it to malfunction. For more information please contact your JCB Dealer. Please see operator manual for full details.
Intended Use General > Machine Type – Compact Excavator > Self propelled machine with a tracked undercarriage > 360° revolving upper structure with boom, dipper, bucket and slew mechanism Intended Use > Machine intended to be used in normal conditions as detailed in the operators manual >...
L Track height M Counterweight clearance 1554* 1639* 1830* 1863* N Operating mass 1749 1664 1749 1910 1943 * Standard machine specification, please see data plate for specific machine weight. * * Cab variant. 15c-1, 16c-1, 18z-1, 19c-1, 19c-1 PC...
Tie Down Points When transporting the machine one of the following three methods should be used: Method 1 Operation Transporting the Machine Fig 2 Figure 89. Method 2 A Front slew spine tie-down point B Rear slew spine tie-down point C Angle = 41°...
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16. Close the doors, windows, and covers on the machine and lock where possible to prevent accidental opening during transport. REFER TO OPERATORS MANUAL TRANSPORTING MACHINE 17. Remove both ramps and attach them in their transport position. 18. Raise any jacks to their transport position. 15c-1, 16c-1, 18z-1, 19c-1, 19c-1 PC 9831/2900-1...
Operation Lifting the Machine Lifting Points 7. Check that the lifting eye is positioned directly above the machine centre of gravity. Figure 84. Fig 4 A Boom lift point B Dozer blade lift point C Spreader bar D Centre of gravity E Dimension= 792mm (16C-1/19C-1), 632mm F Dimension= 639mm (16C-1/19C-1), 659mm Description...
Position : 2 = Momentary position (activate/de-activate hydraulic controls). Position : 3 = Washer on (if installed) Position : 3 = Washer on (if installed) 15c-1, 16c-1, 18z-1, 19c-1, 19c-1 PC Bi-Directional and Hammer Mode Selector Bi-Directional and Hammer Mode Selector...
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Cab & Switch Panel Operator Station Layout – 19c-1 PC Fig 9 A Track controls B Heater controls C Excavator arm controls D Ignition Switch E Dozer control lever F Switch panel G Hand throttle H Auxillary power socket K Radio (if installed) L Instrument panel M Operator seat N Control Isolation lever...
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9831/2900-1 Service due warning Illuminate amber when service is due. Master warning Audible/Visual. If amber light illuminate then contact JCB d high flow) Battery charging condi- Audible/Visual. The lamp illuminate red and buzzer will sound, if battery i ve Engineers) ac-...
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Visual. Illuminate red if the seat belt is not fastened or the operator is not Master warning Audible/Visual. If amber light illuminate then contact JCB dealer. If red light The gauges, warning and indicator lamps are grouped together on the instr...
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Refer to the operator manual supplied with the attachment. wheel when the excavator end has reached the desired position. Move the lever downward to retract the undercarriage. Both tracks will retract together. Figure 66. 16C-1 and 18Z-1 15c-1, 16c-1, 18z-1, 19c-1, 19c-1 PC A Auxiliary pedal Electro-proportional Controls...
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Joystick & Dozer Lever Swing Controls – 19c-1 PC Auxiliary Controls – 19c-1 PC A Swing left B Swing right Fig 19 Fig 20 To swing the boom to your left, push the swing pedal to the left side. Release the pedal when the excavator end has reached the required position.
Cab Interior Light 9831/2900-1 15c-1, 16c-1, 18z-1, 19c-1, 19c-1 PC Press either end of the light unit to switch on the cab interior light. Pressing the other end will Make sure the light is turned off when you intend to leave the machine for a long period of t...
Hydraulic Hitch Unlock Sequence (19c-1 PC only) Standard Attachments Start Unlock Process Confirm Process Boom LED Indicator To start quick hitch unlock Instrument panel will indicate When the sequence is process ensure hydraulics are need to confirm process (A). confirmed the LED on the live then press quick hitch To confirm process press 2 GO boom will flash red (A).
Remove any debris from the latch hook locking mechanism. Grease the Quickhitch daily. If the Quickhitch is cleaned by high pressure water, always grease it afterwards. Visually inspect the condition of the hydraulic hoses to the Qucikhitch. 9831/2900-1 9831/2900-1 15c-1, 16c-1, 18z-1, 19c-1, 19c-1 PC...
Shutdown and Auxiliary Venting Shutdown Sequence Park Machine Up Leave & Secure Isolate Machine Park machine on solid level Switch off all switches. Leave Turn isolator key anti-clockwise ground with the attachment (A) machine using the handrails and remove key. and dozer (B) on the ground.
Discharge the hydraulic pressure (see aux venting operation) Isolate the controls and remove ignition key Isolate the battery to prevent accidental operation of the engine 9831/2900-1 15c-1, 16c-1, 18z-1, 19c-1, 19c-1 PC...
G Battery isolator H Fuel pre filter 2. There are relays behind a panel under the seat. Refer to Figure 134. 2.1. Loosen the knob. 15c-1, 16c-1, 18z-1, 19c-1, 19c-1 PC 2.2. Open the cover to get access to the relays.
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Mainten Access Aper Access Covers – Fluid Levels and Fill Close 1. Close the cover. 15c-1, 16c-1 18z-1, 19c-1, 19c-1 PC 2. Make sure the cover is correctly latched. 3. Use the ignition key to lock the cover. Fig 28...
4003/1619 0.4kg required All Other Grease JCB MPL-EP Grease 4003/1501 0.4kg required JCB part numbers are liable to change and may also vary by region. For the latest information, always check with your dealer/distributor. 15c-1, 16c-1, 18z-1, 19c-1, 19c-1 PC...
(19c-1 EP only) How do I activate continuous To activate constant flow, select right hand finger button on the right auxiliary flow? (19c-1 EP only) hand joystick. Please refer to page 14 for joystick control layout. 15c-1, 16c-1, 18z-1, 19c-1, 19c-1 PC...
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Troubleshooting/FAQs Issue / FAQ Resolution/Answer 500hrs Greasing – Do the bushes No, just grease and continue work need to be replaced at 500hrs? 500hrs Greasing – After the first 500hrs do the bushes then need No, the bushes wont need greasing until the next 500hrs greasing daily? 500hrs Greasing –...
Your Notes 15c-1, 16c-1, 18z-1, 19c-1, 19c-1 PC...
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They should not therefore be relied upon in relation to suitability for a particular application. Guidance and advice should always be sought from your JCB Dealer’. JCB reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Illustrations and specifications shown may include optional equipment and accessories.
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