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Komatsu WA180-3 Operation & Maintenance Manual

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Operation & Maintenance
Manual
WA180
WA180L
WHEEL LOADER
SERIAL NUMBERS
ENGINE
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 improvements at any time without incurring any obligation to install such changes on products sold
previously.
Due to this continuous program of research and development, revisions may be made to this publication. It is
recommended that customers contact their distributor for information on the latest revision.
April 2016
-3
WA180-3 A80001
WA180L-3 54001
6D102E-1
-3
and up
and up
Copyright 2016 Komatsu
Printed in U.S.A.
Komatsu America Corp.
CEAM001302

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  • Page 1 6D102E-1 ENGINE 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 improvements at any time without incurring any obligation to install such changes on products sold previously.
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  • Page 4 PRODUCT PUBLICATIONS INFORMATION VARIOUS PRODUCT PARTS & SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO ALL KOMATSU CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT OWNERS, INCLUDING OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUALS, PARTS BOOKS AND SHOP MANUALS. SPECIAL PUBLICATIONS SUCH AS SERVICE TOOL, AIR CONDITIONING, AND TURBOCHARGER SHOP MANUALS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE AS WELL AS SELECTED OPERATION & MAINTENANCE AND SHOP MANUALS IN FOREIGN LANGUAGES.
  • Page 5 REQUISITION FOR TECHNICAL SERVICE PUBLICATIONS AND SERVICE FORMS COMPLETE FORM < < Komatsu America International Company AND RETURN TO 440 North Fairway Drive Vernon Hills, IL 60061-8112 U.S.A. Attn: Technical Publications Fax No. (847) 970-4186 Tel No. (847) 970-5887 COMPANY NAME PURCHASE ORDER NO.
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  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION Find manuals at https://best-manuals.com...
  • Page 8 Continuing improvements in the design of this machine can lead to changes in detail, which may not be reflected in this manual. Consult your local distributor or Komatsu America International Company for the latest available information on your machine or for questions regarding information in this manual.

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    If you are unsure about the safety of some procedures, contact your local distributor or Komatsu America International Company.

  • Page 10: Intended Use

    If the machine is used for a purpose that is not listed in this manual, Komatsu America International Company cannot bear any responsibility for safety. All consideration of safety in such operations is the responsibility of the user.

  • Page 11: Location Of Plates, Table To Enter Serial No. And Distributor

    INTRODUCTION 4. LOCATION OF PLATES, TABLE TO ENTER SERIAL NO. AND DISTRIBUTOR 4.1 MACHINE SERIAL NO. PLATE POSITION (A) Position of plate On the center right of the front frame. (B) Position of stamp This is stamped on the center of the front frame on the right hand side of the machine.

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION 5. CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 1. FORWARD ................0-2 2.
  • Page 13 INTRODUCTION 11.10 SLOW BLOW FUSE ..............2-22 11.11 STORAGE PLACE FOR THIS MANUAL .
  • Page 14 INTRODUCTION 12.18 STOPPING ENGINE ..............2-55 12.19 CHECKS AFTER STOPPING ENGINE .
  • Page 15 INTRODUCTION 20.1 ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATIONS ............3-11 20.2 DIESEL FUEL SPECIFICATIONS .
  • Page 16 INTRODUCTION 24.8.7 CHECK FAN BELT TENSIONER BEARING & FAN HUB BEARING & INSPECT FAN BELT ..3-61 24.9 EVERY 2000 HOURS SERVICE ............3-62 24.9.1 COOLING SYSTEM, REPLACE COOLANT AND FLUSH THE SYSTEM .
  • Page 17 SAFETY WARNING Read and follow all safety precautions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. This safety section also contains precautions for optional equipment and attachments.

  • Page 18: General Precautions

    UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION Any modification made without authorization from Komatsu America International Company can create hazards. Before making a modification, consult your local distributor. Komatsu America International Company will not be responsible for any injury or damage caused by any unauthorized modification.
  • Page 19 WARNING: Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a serious accident. SAFETY CLOTHING AND PERSONAL PROTECTIVE ITEMS Avoid loose clothing, jewelry, and loose long hair. They can catch on controls or in moving parts and cause serious injury or death. Also, do not wear oily clothes because they are flammable. Also do not wear oily clothes, because they are flammable.
  • Page 20 WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions. SAFETY MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING NEVER jump on or off the machine. NEVER get on or off a moving machine. When mounting or dismounting, always face the machine and use the handrails and steps. Do not use the machine's controls or hoses as handrails when climbing on or off the machine.
  • Page 21 WARNING: Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a serious accident. SAFETY Immediately after operations are stopped, the engine coolant, engine oil, and hydraulic oil are at high temperatures, and are still under pressure. Attempting to remove the cap, drain the oil or water, or replace the filters may lead to serious burns.
  • Page 22 When installing and using an optional attachment, read the instruction manual for the attachment and the information related to attachments in this manual. Do not use attachments that are not authorized by your distributor or Komatsu America International Company. Use of unauthorized attachments could create a safety problem and adversely affect the proper operation and useful life of the machine.
  • Page 23 Do not make any holes or bring any flame or heat close to the accumulator. Do not weld any boss to the accumulator. The gas must be released before disposing of the accumulator, ask your Komatsu distributor to do this.

  • Page 24: Precautions During Operation

    WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions. SAFETY 7. PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION 7.1 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE (Also see “12.1 WALK AROUND CHECK” on page 2-24) SAFETY AT WORKSITE Before entering the operator's compartment, walk completely around the machine and clear the area of personnel and obstructions.
  • Page 25 WARNING: Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a serious accident. SAFETY IN OPERATOR’S CAB Do not leave tools, spare parts or personal items lying around in the operator's compartment. They may damage, break or jam the control levers or switches. Always put them in their proper place. Keep the cab floor, controls, steps and handrails free of oil, grease, snow, and excess dirt.
  • Page 26 WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions. SAFETY WHEN STARTING ENGINE Perform a visual check of the machine before starting the engine. Look for such things as missing protective devices, leaks, improper fluid levels, trash buildup and loose, damaged or missing parts. DO NOT start the engine until any unsafe conditions are corrected.

  • Page 27: After Starting Engine

    WARNING: Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a serious accident. SAFETY 7.2 AFTER STARTING ENGINE CHECKS AFTER STARTING ENGINE Failure to carry out checks properly after starting the engine will lead to delays in discovery of abnormalities, and this may lead to serious injury or damage to the machine.

  • Page 28: Backup Alarm

    WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions. SAFETY CHECK WHEN CHANGING DIRECTION To prevent serious injury or death, always do the following before moving the machine or the work equipment. Sound the horn to warn people in the area. Check that there is no one near the machine.
  • Page 29 This may cause the tires to burst. If a tire bursts, it produces an extremely large destructive force, and this may cause serious injury or accident. If you are going to travel continuously, please consult your Komatsu distributor. 1-13...
  • Page 30 WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions. SAFETY TRAVELING ON SLOPES Traveling on hills, banks or slopes that are steep could result in the machine tipping over or slipping. On hills, banks or slopes, carry the bucket closer to the ground. Approximately 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in) above the ground.
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