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Original Instruction DISCLAIMER: Due to BELL EQUIPMENT’S policy of continuous product improvement, the information contained in this manual was correct up to the time of printing (issue date of manual). Any changes after this date will only be included in the next update of this manual.
Fuel Specification equalise load distribution, connected to the axles via laminated rubber suspension The optimum fuel for the Bell B35E to B60E has a blocks.(4 supporting links per Sulphur content of 500 ppm or less for the Stage 3A axle)
Cold Crank Amps (CCA) (BCI 0°F): 900 amps, 75 Ah Transfer Case each Starter motor capacity 9 kW B35E ADT Bell VGR 18000 Alternator voltage rating 28 V B40E ADT Bell VGR 18050 Alternator amperage rating 100 A B45E ADT...
MACHINE INFORMATION MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS Illumination Distance 5 Meters points on the rear axle housing. Vibration Rating 20 G Shock Rating 100 G Lifting Points (in conformance with ISO/DIS 15818) Type Two points on front chassis and two points on bin. Frame And Body B35E Rated payload...
MACHINE INFORMATION MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS Pneumatic System Bin raise time 11 seconds Bin lowering time 6 seconds B35E, B40E, B45E, B50E & B60E B50E Reservoir capacity 20 litres (5.28 USGAL) Bin raise time 11.5 seconds Bin lowering time 6 seconds B60E Noise Emission Bin raise time 13.5 seconds...
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MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS Must Meet Vickers M-2950-S Operating Ambient Temp. Viscosity DIN 51 524-3, HVLP -20°C (-4°F) to 50°C (122°F) Bell Lubricant – BN038209 Operating Ambient Temp. Viscosity Grease Requirements 10°C (50°F) to 45°C (113°F) ISO VG68 Lithium Complex EP grease Bell Lubricant –...
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SCR System AdBlue® / DEF is available throughout Europe at all The BELL SCR system consists of an AdBlue® / major truck stops, dealers and distributors. DEF tank, injector, sensors and wiring harness, and a catalyst.
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MACHINE INFORMATION MACHINE DIMENSIONS B35E ADT...
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MACHINE INFORMATION MACHINE DIMENSIONS B40E ADT...
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MACHINE INFORMATION MACHINE DIMENSIONS B45E ADT...
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MACHINE INFORMATION MACHINE DIMENSIONS B50E ADT...
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MACHINE INFORMATION MACHINE DIMENSIONS B60E ADT...
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Internal Components Operator's Station Steering Wheel 1. 12V Accessories Socket 2. Air Vent 3. Air Vent 4. Steering 5. Colour Display Unit If there is an engine or main pump failure, the ground 6. Air Vent driven emergency steering system will enable the operator to steer the machine to a safe stop.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Adjusting Steering Wheel The steering column switch is a self canceling switch (1) (after turning, the switch automatically returns to its neutral position) and is located on the left of the steering column. The operation of the switch is as follows: Telescopic Adjustment 1.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS 12 V Accessories Socket Both pedals are progressive and spring loaded to an up, disengaged, neutral position. Auto Greasing Control (Optional) The automatic greasing system is controlled via the on-board display and SDC Unit Do not change the settings, report to service person- nel if you think a greasing cycle should be changed.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Figure 1 To gain access to the fuses, diodes and relays(2), the cover (1) must be removed first. There is an identification decal underneath the cover (1). Refer to decals section in the Safety Chapter for fuses, diodes and relays layout. Operator Seat 1.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Air Dump Valve Pull Handle (6) upwards to disengage the locking mechanism while adjusting the back rest forwards Gently press button in at top once seated, before or backwards to obtain the correct angle. exiting press button down. Release the handle (6) to lock in position.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Armrest Pull the seat belt out and push the buckle (1) into the fixed clasp (2) until it clicks into position. The armrests (11) can be tilted up if required and Ensure that the connection is secure and that the the height individually adjusted.
1. Set blower fan speed switch (3) to HIGH. cab, it does NOT filter toxic gases. Only BELL EQUIPMENT approved filter elements 2. Set air direction switch (6) to position 4 (Middle must be used in the air conditioning system.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS This will disable the accelerator pedal, will apply full engine brake, full brake retarder and apply the park brake. The transmission will be switched to Neutral and engine will not be switched off and will run at idle speed.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Drinks Holder the temperature inside the bonnet is too high. If this occurs, wait 2 minutes and retry. Mirror Adjustment Switches Mirror Adjustment Switch installed only if Electric Mirrors option is taken. A drinks holder is also installed to hold a cup or glass and is located on the left side.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Fire Extinguisher Utility Box The utility box (1) is located inside the cab on the left, under the dash panel below the fuse box. All trucks are fitted with a fire extinguisher (1). It is removable from the cab, though it might require a firm tug to release, and has a drain hole at the Ensure that you read and understand the direction bottom.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Sealed Switch Module (SSM) When a switch is activated a signal light will come on. On some buttons a corresponding message will be displayed via the on-board display screen. 1. Air Conditioning On/Off Switch 19. Gear Hold Switch 2.
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CDU by If this Driver Mask is entered into the machine then BELL Equipment service personnel. any one of the 250 8-digit codes allocated to that There are three levels of security available in this mask as mentioned above will unlock the machine software via the SSM, Level 1 —...
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Hazard Switch Ignition Off/Engine Stop switch which will turn off the ignition supply (the LED will stop flashing). If the Ignition On/Engine Start switch is pressed while the ignition LED is flashing and the security code (if relevant) has been entered, the engine will crank and start automatically.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Air Re-circulating Switch Keep the service brakes applied while engaging/ disengaging the park brake. Press air re-circulation switch (2) to select between The park brake is automatically applied when the fresh air intake and recirculated cab air. machine is switched off irrespective of whether the park brake switch is ON or OFF.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Gear Hold Switch To select a setting: Press the switch until the required position is reached, it will cycle between options. Inter Axle Diff Lock (IDL) Do not engage the inter axle diff lock while the machine is travelling on tar or graded surfaces.
If Speed Control 1 is active then you can switch to minimising brake wear. Bell recommends maximum Speed Control 2 by holding in the up switch. retardation to suit site conditions.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS intermittent wiper mode and the windscreen wiper illuminated, even if the ignition switch is OFF. will wipe once every X seconds; where X can be However the ignition switch must be ON for the configured on the CDU menu. headlights to operate.
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Bin-down • To enable the Load Spreading option a BELL switch. Equipment service technician must enable it on If the Bin-up switch is pressed when the bin is in the CDU.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS When the Load Spreading option is active and the • The bin up solenoid will be disabled. operator is ready to spread the load then he should • An ‘Unsafe to Tip’ pop-up will be displayed on the press the accelerator to 100% and allow the CDU if bin up is requested.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Pressing the D and R switches simultaneously, will To initially engage a gear, first apply service brakes, bring up the transmission diagnostic information in engage the gear and then switch OFF the park the gear details section of the main screen on the brake.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS B - Drive The B-Drive allows the operator to navigate thought the different screens and to select and change options. 1. A - Left (Soft Button) 6. Enter/ Select Button 2. B - Centre (Soft Button) 7. Toggle device (rotates left or Right) 3.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Warning/Indicator Lights NOTE All warning lights on the SDC are illuminated for about 2 seconds when the ignition is switched on. This is done as a screen check procedure and the operator should ensure that the screen is operating correctly. 1.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS to the left turn position, the left hand side indicator The Control Traction Differential Lock Light will lights will flash while the right hand side indicator illuminate when the differential lock switch on the lights will be ON continuously. SSM is activated.
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For some problems, diagnostic codes may be registered without the ECU activating the DNS warning light. Whenever there is a transmission related concern, consult BELL EQUIPMENT Product Support. The electronic control system is programmed to inform the operator of a problem with the transmission system and automatically take action to protect the operator, machine and transmission.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Battery Charge Warning Light The Adblue warning light will illuminate when the level of Adblue in the tank has reached low level or the quality of the Adblue is inferior. (Refer to the DEF & LIM Warning Light Trigger & Detection) Table on the next page.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS The main warning light and the warning buzzer are also activated with the brake system low pressure warning light. AdBlue / DEF Low Level Warning Light If the low engine coolant level warning light flashes, the machine must be stopped and the engine shut down immediately.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS High Hydraulic Fluid Temperature Engine Air Filter Indicator Light Warning Light The engine air filter indicator light (14) illuminates when the air element is blocked and needs to be replaced. Torque Limiter Active(LIM) If the high hydraulic fluid temperature warning light flashes, the machine must be stopped immediately.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS DEF & LIM Trigger & Detection – NOx Monitoring System – Dosing Interruption or Tampering Emission related warnings and failures lead to indicator signals and torque reduction of the Certain values are monitored and if the appointed engine.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS 240min after trigger DEF Lamp flashing 1Hz, LIM Lamp flashing 1Hz, AWL solid, Stop Engine Lamp flashing 1Hz, maximum available engine torque is reduced to 20% of peak torque and We now need the Xentry maximum speed is reduced idle speed.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Articulation Reverse Light The headlights are operated from the lights switch on the SSM and the steering column switch. Rear Lights The articulation reverse lights (1), only lights up The rear of the machine is equipped with stop/tail when reverse gear is selected.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Rotating Beacon Light Windscreen Wiper And Washer Nozzle The machine is fitted with a dual windscreen wipers The rotating beacon light is mounted on the left (1) which is equipped with a washer nozzle (2). hand side of the cab roof and is switched ON from The wiper/washer switch is located on the SSM and the switch on the SSM.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Insert the two extensions (1) and socket (2) through hole on bumper to remove bolt from actuator bracket (3) as shown in illustration below. Now perform the actuator swop. Fasten the new actuator (6) to the bonnet side only, then fully extend the shaft (can be done After removing the actuator bracket bolts, lift the electronically).
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Tilting And Lowering Cab 3. Open the bonnet using the switch inside the cab. 4. Close the cab door. 5. Turn off the battery isolator switch. 6. Ensure that the right hand side mirror is in the normal operating position, and the left hand The cab support is dimensioned to support an EMPTY cab.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Electrical Air Horn 4. Pump the cab upwards until the cab locking plate is free to rotate from underneath the cab structure. Ensure that the Cab Locking Plate is pulled completely forward, clearing the cab tilt path. 5.
OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS Should the camera malfunction during operation, please report to service personnel. Features • High resolution 1/3” CCD camera. Engaging the articulation safety bar requires a person to work within the articulation pinch zone of the machine. • Infa-red LED assisted low light performance Ensure that any person operating the machine steer- enhancement.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS 8. A lock-out device may be attached to the lock- ing pin retaining device (1) in order to prevent removal of the locking pin. Disengaging the Articulation Safety Bar 1. Remove any lock-out device from the locking pin retaining device.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS 5. Lift the bin gradually while taking care to pre- < 120° 2531 3100 vent jerking. Jerking during lifting will generate unnecessarily high loads in the lifting equip- A = Maximum included Angle of Chain ment and in the bin structure. B = Distance from Rear Lifting Point to Bin 6.
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OPERATION OPERATING COMPONENTS 2. Before activating the Over Centre Bin Lock, Allow the indexing plunger to engage in the ap- prepare the truck for maintenance. (Refer to propriate hole in the pin. chapter "Maintenance Safety Precautions" for 9. A lock-out device can be inserted into the hole the procedure) provided on the locking disc when the Over Centre Bin Lock is engaged.
OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Safety Instructions • Check that a DO NOT OPERATE tag is not at- tached to the steering wheel. If the tag is at- tached, do not operate the machine. • Complete the Walk Round Check (refer to next instruction).
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OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Whenever possible reverse park. This aids main- 5. Check the engine mountings and cab mount- tenance and reduces the likelihood of accidents. ings are secure and the rubber elements are not damaged. • Trainers are only allowed on machines provided with a trainer seat and with the approval of site 6.
OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Starting Up & Switching off the 29. Check the Tyres for cuts and damage. Engine 30. Check the tyre pressures (refer to the decal for pressures). 31. Check the fuel level. 32. Check the Adblue® / DEF Level (SCR trucks only).
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OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Shutting Down Engine NOTE If no driver access code has been pro- grammed, the engine will crank as soon as the Ignition On/Engine Start switch is pressed while the ignition LED is flashing. Never stop the engine from high idle. This will cause 5.
OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Excessive Engine Idling The machine electrical system is a 24-Volt negative (-) ground system. Connect two 12-Volt booster bat- teries together in series as shown for 24-Volts. NOTE The batteries can only be boosted if the system voltage is above 22 Volts. Avoid excessive engine idling.
(after entering his code), the horn will sound The 100 SMR service MUST ONLY be done by twice before the engine starts. BELL EQUIPMENT Service Personnel. • When the operator presses the drive button, the horn will sound once as a forward gear is Driving engaged.
OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Accelerator Control NOTE The following procedure must be used in gear shifting: • Start the engine. • Apply the service brake. To avoid injury or property damage caused by sudden Forward Selection (Automatic) movement of the machine, do not make shift from neutral N to drive D or reverse R while pressing accelerator.
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OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Service Brakes The digital display will indicate “2X” (“X” is the current gear and “2” is the gear it is aiming for) while this happens. When second gear is attained and machine has slowed, the exhaust brake will be disengaged and the digital display will return to the previous value shown.
• Replace the park brake pads and disc after emer- (from pressure switches) indicates that the function gency brake activation. is not engaged. • Contact your BELL EQUIPMENT Product Sup- It is recommended that the IDL lock is engaged port Representative. when the machine is travelling over poor ground conditions.
OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Overspeed Ground Limitation park brake will automatically apply. This is to prevent the truck (especially laden) from rolling A speed limitation is implemented as increased forwards down the slope against the torque protection against engine Overspeed conditions converter.
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OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3rd gear. While in 3rd gear it will not be possible to raise the bin higher then 15%. If the operator lifts the bin to between 15-50% and starts driving forward, the machine will be limited to 2nd gear and while in 2nd gear it will not be Ensure that there is no-one behind the machine be- fore raising or lowering the bin.
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OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Bin Lowering Procedure After 4. Use the 30mm spanners to loosen the cab Engine/Pump Failure bolts. Raise the cab and ensure the cab tilt lock is engaged. 5. Remove the plug on port B from the tip valve block (1/4”...
OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Steering valve completely and give it two turns clock wise. This will ensure the valve is open and one can continue using the hand pump to jack the Normal Steering bin back over the bin pivot centre point. Once over the pivot centre point the weight of the bin will automatically start to take over and one can stop using the hand pump.
OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • To exit the test after the engine has been cut, press either the accelerator or brake pedal. • Activating the park brake or emergency stop at any time during the test will terminate the test. This test must only be performed in a flat, open, •...
OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Lowering The Bin The machine has just been emptied and the bin is at 100%. The operator selects drive, and at the same time operates the bin-down switch thus If the operator just down-shifts or just uses the service activating the detent.
OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Transport Operation Gear Pre-Selection Gear pre-selection means selecting a lower gear to When operating the machine in ideal conditions (e. match driving conditions which the operator g. level graded surfaces) normal driving and gear encounters or expects to encounter. selection must be used.
OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating on Slopes When the range hold switch is ON the transmission will hold the gear that it is in at the time of the switch being activated. Normal down shifting will occur, but the transmission will not up shift to a higher gear until the switch is switched OFF or an over speed condition occurs.
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OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS B35E Gradient Values At Altitude higher gear. This will reduce braking and may cause a loss of control. Continuous Max slope at Altitude (m) Gear slope at altitude altitude Apply the service brakes and/or retarder to pre- 1000 vent exceeding engine governed speed in the lower gear selected.
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OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Continuous Continuous Max slope at Max slope at Altitude (m) Altitude (m) Gear slope at Gear slope at altitude altitude altitude altitude 1500 3000 2000 2500 3000 1000 1500 GRADIENT VALUES PUBLISHED ON THE RETARDATION 2000 DECAL ARE SUBJECT TO MAXIMUM BRAKE SLOPE VALUES PER BRAKE TEST STANDARD.
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OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Continuous Continuous Max slope at Max slope at Altitude (m) Altitude (m) Gear slope at Gear slope at altitude altitude altitude altitude 1000 1500 2000 1000 2500 1500 3000 2000 2500 3000 1000 GRADIENT VALUES PUBLISHED ON THE RETARDATION DECAL ARE SUBJECT TO MAXIMUM BRAKE SLOPE 1500 VALUES PER BRAKE TEST STANDARD.
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OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Continuous Continuous Max slope at Max slope at Altitude (m) Altitude (m) Gear slope at Gear slope at altitude altitude altitude altitude 1500 3000 2000 2500 3000 1000 1500 2000 1000 2500 1500 3000 2000 2500 3000 1000 1500 2000...
OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Special care should be taken when tipping sticky Continuous Max slope at Altitude (m) Gear slope at material e.g. wet clay or freezing material, as this altitude altitude material might be sticking to the bin. Material stic- king to bin will influence the machine stability.
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OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Ensure that the bin tipping path is free of obstruc- tion, such as overheard structures, Bund walls or material stock piles. Tipping against such ob- structions may restrict the bin movement resul- ting in the tip cylinders being over pressurised When reversing the machine to tip or load, be sure to while try to force the bin, this could cause dama- bring the machine to a complete stop using the brakes.
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OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Do not exceed the maximum floor load when • Check the anti-freeze properties and drain fluids operating indoors. as appropriate. • Cover the exhaust pipe (when parked outdoors Ensure that there is enough space overhead to for some time). raise the bin to the maximum position.
5. Operate the bin correctly to prevent hard cylin- der end-stop impacts. Machine Suspension Maintenance 1. Maintain tyre pressures according to BELL specifications. When machine is in storage lock doors, battery box, 2. Check the suspension strut heights and main- fuel cap etc.
SERVICE AND CHECKS 10 HOURLY OR DAILY SERVICE AND CHECKS The daily or 10 hourly service checks must be performed by qualified service personnel. It is recommended that these service checks are performed in conjunction with the daily walk round checks so that the operator can assist in the service checks which require two people.
SERVICE AND CHECKS 10 HOURLY OR DAILY SERVICE AND CHECKS The coolant must not be lower than the Maximum Cold mark (1) when the when the engine is cold. Check Engine Air Intake System 4. Re-insert the dipstick, ensuring that it is prop- erly seated and fasten the dipstick clip.
SERVICE AND CHECKS 10 HOURLY OR DAILY SERVICE AND CHECKS Transmission Checks Check Exhaust Heat Shield Check Transmission For Oil Leaks Check under the machine for oil leaks. Take special care to check for oil leaks in the trans- Build-up of combustible material on and around high mission region.
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Less than two full Repeat the check procedure to verify the reading. applications, have the system checked by BELL EQUIPMENT service personnel. Lubrication Checks Hold the dipstick upright with the point pointing down- Auto Greasing System (Where ward when checking the oil level.
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SERVICE AND CHECKS 10 HOURLY OR DAILY SERVICE AND CHECKS Check Operating Components 2. Ensure the path is clear behind the machine, and then reverse to ensure the buzzer and re- Carry out a functional check on all controls and verse lights are working.
SERVICE AND CHECKS 10 HOURLY OR DAILY SERVICE AND CHECKS Daily Oscillation Joint Procedure 1. Park machine on level ground. • 50 mm spanner 2. Apply the park brake. Checking oil level on the CDU 3. Raise the bin fully. 1.
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SERVICE AND CHECKS 10 HOURLY OR DAILY SERVICE AND CHECKS Check Tailgate And Leaf Springs (Option) Extreme caution should be taken when removing leaf springs as they are under tension. serious injury could result if proper safety measures are not taken into account.
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