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Yanmar ACHILLES A16SP Handbook

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VERSION 07092023
POWER BY
A16SP CRAWLER
EXCAVATOROWNER'S
HANDBOOK

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  • Page 1 VERSION 07092023 POWER BY A16SP CRAWLER EXCAVATOROWNER’S HANDBOOK...
  • Page 2 NOTE PAGE...
  • Page 3 LIST OF ABBREVIATION Abbreviations Description American Petroleum Institute ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials, USA CECE Committee for European Construction Machinery German Institute for Standards, Federal Republic of Germany European St a nda rd FOPS Falling Object Protection System Front “Front”...
  • Page 4 GENERAL SYMBOLS The instruments and operation elements have been marked with a series of symbols in order to simplify the operation of your excavator. These symbols are listed below with the respective descriptions. “Bucket dump Safety alert Symbol ” Boom swing (left) Warning lamp “Fuel level too low”...
  • Page 5 FOREWORD ACHILLES MACHINERY AUSTRALIA In this Operating Manual, the operation, repair, lubrication, maintenance, adjustment and of A18 hydraulic excavator are introduced so as to troubleshooting provide its operators with basic knowledge for efficient, economical and proper operating of the excavator. Before operating the excavator, operators must read this Manual carefully and completely so as to guarantee correct and standardized operation.
  • Page 6 SAFETY FIRST This symbol, the industry’s “Safety Alert Symbol”, is used throughout this manual and on labels on the machine itself to warn of the possibility of personal injury. Read these instructions carefully. It is essential that you read the instructions and safety regulations before you attempt to assemble or use this unit.
  • Page 7 CONTENTS TWO PATTERN SELECTION SAFE OPERATION ....1 SYSTEM (TPSS)....31 OPERATION OFTHE BOOM ..32 DEALER SERVICE ..... 13 OPERATION OFTHE ARM ..32 OPERATION OF BUCKET ..33 TECHNICAL DATA ....14 SWIVEL (UNIT SWING) OPERATION ....33 Operating Instructions BOOM SWING OPERATION ..
  • Page 8 EVERY 250 SERVICE HOURS ...56 EVERY 500 SERVICE HOURS ...59 EVERY 1000 SERVICE HOURS.. 62 EVERY 1000 SERVICE HOURS OR ONCE AYEAR ....63 EVERY 2000 SERVICE HOURS ..63 ANNUAL SERVICING ... 64 BIENNIAL SERVICING ..64 OTHER SERVICING ....65 OTHER ADJUSTMENTS AND REPLACEMENTS ....
  • Page 10 SAFE OPERATION The best insurance against accidents is to abide by the safety regulations. Read and understand this section carefully, before operating the excavator. Every user, however experienced, should carefully read and understand this section and those of the attachments and accessories before taking the excavator into operation.
  • Page 11 6. Track can be set at the narrow width. (960mm) standard width. (1260mm). (for details see “OPERATION OF TRACK WIDTH CHANGE AND DOZER”) Do not operate in narrow track width 960mm, it makes risk of the excavator tipping over, operate always in standard track width 1260mm, except to pass through narrow space on a even ground.
  • Page 12 2. STARTING OF THE EXCAVATOR 11. Do not allow passengers to get on any part of the excavator seat throughout Get into and out of the machine safely. operation. Always face the machine. Always use 12. Check mechanical parts correct handrails and available steps and keep adjustments and wear.
  • Page 13 Do not run the engine in closed or badly Never allow children to operate the ventilated rooms. Carbon monoxide is machine even under adult supervision. colorless, odorless and deadly. Never allow children to play on the machine or on the attachments. Use extra caution when backing up.
  • Page 14 4. SAFE LOADING AND TRANSPORT Do not brake abruptly with the excavator loaded. Mortal accidents could happen. OF THE EXCAVATOR If the excavator is used to tow another Observe all regulations concerning the machine, the load must be smaller than transport of excavators on public roads.
  • Page 15 To avoid short-circuiting the battery, Use a face mask or eye protection to always remove the earth cable first and protect the eyes and respiratory system attach the plus cable first. against dust and other foreign particles. Keep a first-aid box and a fire extinguisher at hand at all times.
  • Page 16 6. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS...
  • Page 17 (1) Code No. RC418-5753-2 (2) Code No. RA228-5762-1 (3) Code No. RD517-5795-2 [Both sides]...
  • Page 18 (1) Code No. RC418-5728-4 (2) Code No. RC418-5727-4 (3) Code No. RD809-5736-1 (4) Code No. RD809-5738-2 (5) Code No. RA228-5751-2 1BAAAARAP1000...
  • Page 19 (1) Code No. RC108-5718-1 (2) Code No. RA228-5728-2 [Both sides] (4) Code No. RA228-5776-1 (6) Code No. RC108-5796-1 (3) Code No. RD148-5736-1 [Both sides] Diesel fuel only No fire (5) Code No. 68328-5735-1 [Both sides] (7) Code No. RB419-5796-2 [Both sides]...
  • Page 20 (1) Code No. RB238-5737-1 (2) Code No. RC418-5737-2 (3) Code No. TC030-4958-1 (4) Code No. RC108-5754-1 1BAAAAQAP0860 7. CARE OF DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS (1) Keep danger, warning and caution labels, clean and free from obstructing material. (2) Clean danger, warning and caution labels with soap and water, dry with a soft cloth. (3) Replace damaged or missing danger, warning and caution labels with new labels from your ACHILLES dealer.
  • Page 22 DEALER SERVICE Your ACHILLES dealer is always ready to help so that your excavator offers the best performance. After having carefully read this manual, you will realize that much of the routine maintenance can be done by yourself. Your ACHILLES dealer responsible for servicing and the delivery of spare parts.
  • Page 23 ACHILLES EXCAVATOR Model name A16SP Type Canopy Operating weight 1600 (including operator's) Water cooled diesel engine with 3 cylinders Type YANMAR 3TNV70 Model name Total displacement 898 (54.8) Engine cc (cu.in) Engine power 15.5 (20.8) / 15.2 (20.4) kW(Hp) SAE gross...
  • Page 24 DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE PARTS...
  • Page 25 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROL ELEMENTS ◼ Instrument Panel, Switches...
  • Page 26 ◼...
  • Page 27 BEFORE START DAILY CHECKS TILTINGTHE SEAT CAUTION In order to avoid damage, it is important to check the condition of the excavator before To avoid personal injury: starting. ⚫ Lock the lever for attachment control when tilting the seat. CAUTION To avoid personal injury: To tilt the seat forward, pull the seat tilting ⚫...
  • Page 30 OPERATION OF THE ENGINE...
  • Page 36 STARTING WITH AN AUXILIARY BATTERY CAUTION To avoid personal injury: ⚫ Battery gases can explode. Do not smoke and keep sparks and flames away. ⚫ Do not start the engine with an auxiliary battery if excavator (1) Low battery battery is frozen. (2) Auxiliary battery ⚫...
  • Page 37 EXCAVATOR OPERATION...
  • Page 40 OPERATION OF BUCKET To dig using the bucket, move the right attachment control lever from the neutral position left. Moving the control lever right, moves the bucket outwards and dumps itscontents.
  • Page 66 ◼ Cleaning of Engine and Electrical ◼ Check Radiator and Oil Cooler Wiring CAUTION To avoid personal injury: CAUTION ⚫ Always stop the engine and To avoid personal injury: remove the key before checking ⚫ Always stop the engine and the radiator and the oil cooler.
  • Page 68 REGULAR CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE WORK EVERY 50 SERVICE HOURS A boost charge is only for emergencies. It will partially charge the battery at a high rate and in a short time. ◼ Battery Charging When using a boost-charged battery, it is necessary to recharge the battery as CAUTION early as possible.
  • Page 69 ◼ Air Filter Maintenance ◼ Inspection and Cleaning of the Air Filter Element CAUTION To avoid personal injury: ⚫ Wear eye protection. ◆ Cleaning with compressed air Pressure of compressed air must be under 30 psi (205 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm ) and the cartridge should be blown clean...
  • Page 71 ◼ Replacing Hydraulic Return Filter Element (first replacement after 250 service hours) CAUTION To avoid personal injury: ⚫ Remove the oil filter only after the oil in the hydraulic tank has cooled down. Contact your ACHILLES dealer for details. (1) Return filter IMPORTANT: ⚫...
  • Page 72 ◼ Replacing Engine Oil Filter IMPORTANT: ⚫ If the engine is run with a loose fan (First Engine Oil Filter Change belt, the belt could slip and cause after 50 Service Hours) overheating of the engine or insufficient Replace the oil filter cartridge at the battery charging.
  • Page 73 EVERY 500 SERVICE HOURS ◼ Replacing of Fuel Filter CAUTION Do all 50-, 100- and 250-hour servicing at To avoid personal injury: thesame time. ⚫ Keep fire away. ◼ Drive unit Oil Change Close the cock of the water separator. (First Oil Change at 100 hours) Remove the filter with the supplied fifter wrench.
  • Page 74 ◼ Replacing Hydraulic Return Filter ◼ Battery Service Element (first replacement after DANGER 250 service hours) To avoid the possibility of a battery explosion: refillable type CAUTION battery, follow the instructions To avoid personal injury: below. ⚫ Remove the oil filter only after ⚫...
  • Page 75 ◼ Draining water of the Fuel Tank CAUTION To avoid personal injury: ⚫ Before draining water of the fuel tank, be sure to stop the engine and remove the key. ⚫ Do smoke during inspection. Remove the drain plug on the underside of the body and drain water.
  • Page 76 EVERY 1000 SERVICE HOURS Remove the drain plug on the underside of the hydraulic tank and drain the oil. Do all 50, 100-, 200-, 250- and 500-hour servicing at the same time. (A) Oil ◼ Hydraulic Oil Change (Including Replacing of the Suction Filter in the Hydraulic Tank) (1) Drain plug CAUTION...
  • Page 77 EVERY 1000 SERVICE HOURS OR ◼ Hydraulic Check with Hydraulic Breakers ONCE A YEAR The hydraulic oil change after 1000 operating hours in the operator's manual is based on ◼ Replacing Air Filter Element normal excavator work. Following inspection Open the engine bonnet and remove the measures are valid when hydraulic breakers dust-cover.
  • Page 78 ANNUAL SERVICING ◼ Changing Radiator Coolant (In case of long-life coolant fluid) Stop the engine then remove the key and ◼ Electrical Wiring and Fuses wait until it has cooled down completely. Check the terminals periodically for proper Open the drain plug on the bottom of the connections.
  • Page 79 OTHER SERVICING approx. 0.71 US gal (2.7 L) (Reserve tank: Coolant volumes approx. 0.16 US gal (0.6 L) ◼ Cleaning the Track Frame Slide Pipes When the slide pipes of the track frame are IMPORTANT: clogged or adhered with soil or sand, clean ⚫...
  • Page 80 OTHER ADJUSTMENTS AND REPLACEMENTS PURGING OF THE FUEL SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT OF TRACKS Fill up the excavator with fuel. ◆ To loosen the tracks, follow the following Turn the starter key to the “RUN” procedure: position. fuel system will CAUTION automatically purged within To avoid personal injury:...
  • Page 81 ◆Tension the tracks as specified: Apply grease (2) to the grease nipple (1). (1) Grease nipple (2) Grease gun (1) Seam (Mark “oo”) (A) 0.4 to 0.6 in. (10 to 15 mm) Tension the track in the lifted position, so IMPORTANT: that the distance "A"...
  • Page 82 EXCHANGE OF BUCKET TEETH ◼ Special Information when Using Rubber Tracks AND SIDE CUTTERS [JPN BUCKET When turning, make a slow swing turn. VERSION] Avoid spin turns to lessen lug wear and entry of dirt. ◼ Bucket Tooth Replacement The relief valve may be activated if too much dirt and sand clog the tracks.
  • Page 83 ◼ Replacing the Bucket CAUTION To avoid personal injury: ⚫ The bucket can tilt over and cause accidents if in an unstable position. Therefore: 1) Only change the bucket if no other persons are in the area. 2) Lower the bucket on an even ground and make sure that it will not tilt when touched.
  • Page 85 TROUBLESHOOTING If the excavator does not show the desired performance, or when trouble arises, refer to the table below and undertake appropriate measures. Trouble Cause Countermeasure * Check fuel tank and filter Fuel is too viscous * Remove impurities and water * If necessary, replace filter * Remove water from the fuel tank * Check fuel pipe joint bolts and nuts for...
  • Page 86 Trouble Cause Countermeasure Boom, arm, Hydraulic oil level too low * Add oil bucket, drive, swing and dozer Leakages of hoses and / or power is too low * Replace hose or joint joints Blocked through stones * Remove Deviation of drive direction Track too loose or too tight * Adjust accordingly...
  • Page 87 ACHILLES AUSTRALIA NAVIGATION LIST OF MESSAGES If an error occurs with the machine, one of the following messages appears in the LCD display. In case of a trouble, immediately contact your local dealer for inspection and repair. Warning Problem or failure Machine behavior Message Correction...
  • Page 88 ◆ Service hour meter When the hour meter has counted up to the hours circled in the maintenance list below, the message appears. The message shows up as follows. Hour meter indicator Check points Measures Interval 550 600 800 1000 every 500 hrsor Engine oil every 1 year...
  • Page 89 OPERATION UNDER COLDWEATHER CONDITIONS PREPARATION FOR OPERATION IN PROCEDURE AFTER DONE WORK COLD WEATHER Clean the excavator thoroughly after work and wipe dry. Otherwise mud and earth on Replace engine oil and hydraulic oil with the tracks could freeze if the temperature those of viscosities suitable for cold drops below the 0ºC mark.
  • Page 90 LONG STORAGE CAUTION To avoid personal injury: ⚫ Do not clean the excavator with the engine running. ⚫ To avoid the danger of exhaust fume poisoning, do not operate the engine in a closed building without proper ventilation. ⚫ When storing, remove the key from the starter switch to avoid unauthorized persons from operating the excavator and getting injured.
  • Page 91 Periodic replacement of important component parts To ensure safety in operation, you are strongly requested to inspect and service the machine at regular intervals. For added safety, ask your ACHILLES dealer to replace the following importantcomponent parts. These parts are prone to degradation in material or subject to wear and tear with time. It is difficult to judge how much they have been affected at regular inspection.
  • Page 92 RECOMMENDED OILS IMPORTANT 1. Before delivery, the hydraulic oil used was an ISO 46 viscosity grade. 2. Use engine oil API service classification CD, CE or CF. 3. Use SAE 90 (API, CLA/GL5) as drive unit oil for all seasons. Application Viscosity Shell...
  • Page 93 LIFTING CAPACITY The lifting capacities are based on ISO 10567 and do not exceed 75% of the static tilt load of the machine or 87% of the hydraulic lifting capacity of the machine. The strokes are as follows. 1) The load point corresponds to the front bolt part of the arm. 2) The machine positions are (i) over –...
  • Page 94 A18SE ROPS CANOPY RUBBERTRACK LIFTING CAPACITY OVER-FRONT BLADE DOWN Unit=kN (kg) LIFT P NT RADI S (m) LIFTING POINT HEIGHT (m) 3.1 (310) 2.6 (260) 3.0 (300) 4.4 (440) 3.8 (380) 3.4 (340) 3.1 (310) 5.2 (530) 3.9 (390) 3.2 (320) 5.8 (590) 4.1 (410) 3.2 (320) 5.5 (560) 4.0 (400) 3.1 (310) -0.5 6.1 (620) 6.8 (690) 4.9 (500) 3.6 (360) 2.7 (270)