All persons using this new one from your Takeuchi dealer. machine should thoroughly familiarize When transferring ownership of this machine, be sure to hand this manual to the next themselves with the contents of this manual.
SIGNAL WORDS IMPORTANT: The word IMPORTANT is used to alert operators and maintenance Safety messages appearing in this manual personnel about situations which could and on machine decals are identified by the result in damage to the machine and its words “DANGER”, “WARNING”...
If you have any questions about the Check the serial number of the machine machine, please contact a Takeuchi sales or and write it down in the space below. service outlet. • Some details in this manual may differ from...
MACHINE DESCRIPTION FRONT, REAR, LEFT AND RIGHT DESIGNATED OPERATIONS Use this machine primarily for the following operations: • Excavation • Digging ditches • Digging side ditches • Leveling • Loading BREAK-IN PERIOD When the machine is new, operate the machine for the first 100 hours (as indicated on the hour meter) by following the instructions below.
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NOTES ON READING THIS MANUAL Please note that the descriptions and diagrams included in this manual may not be applicable to your machine. The numbers used in the illustration are with circles around them. The same numbers appear between the parentheses in the text. (Example: (1)) Symbols used in this manual...
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Lever pattern (G pattern) ...... 3-7 Inspecting the hydraulic oil tank level and replenishing ........ 5-17 Warming up the machine (hydraulic oil) 3-8 Inspection after warm-up ..... 3-9 Lubricating the working equipment ..5-19 Crawler width switching ..... 3-10 Every 50 hours ........5-20 Switching the blade width ....
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Cautions when operating attachments . 8-3 Attachment combination table ....8-4 Hydraulic breaker ........8-6 Replacing the hydraulic oil regularly ..8-8 Travel alarm ..........8-9 Biodegradable oil ........8-10 Replacing the mineral oil with biodegradable oil ....... 8-10 Takeuchi Fleet Management (TFM) ..8-12...
FEATURES OF THE ELECTRIC HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR FEATURES OF THE ELECTRIC HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR The electric hydraulic excavator is driven by a motor that uses power stored in a lithium ion battery. IMPORTANT: Do not disassemble or remove high-voltage parts such as the lithium ion battery, charger or motor.
FEATURES OF THE ELECTRIC HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENT NAMES 1. Inverter 7. Off-board charging port 2. Motor (main) 3. Motor (sub) Note: Never wash areas near the high- 4. On-board charger voltage parts with water. 5. On-board charging port 6. Lithium ion battery pack...
(amount of remaining power) of around machine, immediately contact a 10%. Takeuchi sales or service dealer for help • Inspect the state of charge of the lithium without touching the damaged part. ion battery once a month. If it is 0%, •...
Be sure to excavator. observe the following warnings. • Use a charger supplied by Takeuchi, as well as the correct voltage and current when charging. Refer to “Basic Specifications” on page 7-2.
• Do not disassemble the charger. IMPORTANT: The charger or charging cable purchased from Takeuchi or a Takeuchi sales or service dealer is exclusively for the machine. Do not use it for any other purpose than to charge the machine.
FEATURES OF THE ELECTRIC HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR MAKING THE LITHIUM ION BATTERY LAST LONGER The capacity (power storage capability) of the lithium ion battery gradually reduces as you use it. The life of the lithium ion battery can be prolonged by taking the following precautions.
FEATURES OF THE ELECTRIC HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR CHARGING THE LITHIUM ION BATTERY • If thunder is heard, do not touch the machine, charger, or charging cable. Cautions on charging Doing so could result in electric shock When charging, be sure to observe the due to a lighting strike.
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FEATURES OF THE ELECTRIC HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR • Handling the charging cable · Do not drop, hit hard or allow it to be • When the charger or charging cable submerged. Failure to follow these fails instructions could result in serious ·...
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Takeuchi sales or service dealer for help protective function. without starting charging. • The time required for charging varies •...
• If water is trapped inside the charging port, do not perform charging; instead, contact a Takeuchi sales or service dealer for help. • Before operating, make sure that the charging port cap is completely closed.
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FEATURES OF THE ELECTRIC HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR 1. Charging cable (for on-board charger) 3. Off-board charging port (option) The charging cable for off-board charging This cable is used for on-board charging. is connected to this port. IMPORTANT: Select an appropriate Opening connector for the charging cable by 1.
FEATURES OF THE ELECTRIC HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR 5. Off-board charger (option) To start charging, turn the switch (4) to ON. The red indicator lamp (5) remains lit while charging. The green indicator lamp (3) turns on when the charging is complete. To stop in an emergency, turn the breaker to OFF.
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A noise filter must be installed on the power line to comply with Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulation 2014/30/EU. Use a Takeuchi genuine cable that includes a noise filter. If such a cable is not to be used, install a noise filter on the power line.
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Directly connect the machine to the 220 V Contact a Takeuchi sales or service supply socket to charge. The machine can dealer for details. be operated while being charged.
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FEATURES OF THE ELECTRIC HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR Time required for charging Charging using the on-board charger The time required for off-board charging Follow the steps below to perform on-board largely varies depending on the temperature charging. of the lithium ion battery. Note: Before charging, check that the key Note: In addition to the lithium ion battery switch is turned to the OFF position.
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FEATURES OF THE ELECTRIC HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR Charging using the off-board charger Follow the steps below to perform off-board charging. When inserting the off-board charging connector, engage it with the charging port slot and securely insert it all the way to the end. 5.
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A noise filter must be installed on the power line to comply with Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulation 2014/30/EU. Use a Takeuchi genuine cable that includes a noise filter. If such a cable is not to be used, install a noise filter on the power line.
*: This charger can be used in a Delta or Star connection. It can be operated without connecting the neutral line. If you are not sure whether the charging equipment is compatible with the machine, please contact a Takeuchi sales or service dealer. 0-25...
SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS GENERAL PRECAUTIONS When a problem is found on the machine It is your responsibility to observe all If any problem (noise, vibration, smell, malfunction of instrument(s), smoke, oil leak, pertinent laws and regulations and to follow the manufacture’s instructions on wrong indication of alarm or warning machine operation, inspection and indicator on the multi-information display,...
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SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Using the machine at an altitude higher Wear appropriate clothing and protective than 2000 meters equipment • When selecting a work site at high altitude, special conditions may need to be considered due to the thin air. •...
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SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Install a fire extinguisher and first aid kit Never remove safety equipment Be prepared for fire and accidents • Make sure all protective guards, canopies • Install an extinguisher and a first aid kit, and doors are in place and secured. Repair and learn how to use them.
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SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Use a signal person and a flag person Cautions when standing up from or leaving the operator’s seat Learn how to use the hand signals required for particular jobs and make sure who has • Before standing up from the operator’s the responsibility for signaling.
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Retighten the loose connections or connector(s) and wire clamp. Repair or replace the damaged wire. Ask a Takeuchi sales or service dealer for repair or replace. • If the covers in the area near to the high- Keep flames away from oil and grease.
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SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Handling asbestos dust Be careful not to get crushed or cut Inhaling asbestos dust can cause lung cancer. When handling the materials which may contain asbestos, take the following precautions: • Never use compressed air for cleaning. •...
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Takeuchi. Doing so may compromise safety or adversely affect the machine’s operation or service life. • Takeuchi will not be held responsible for any injuries, accidents or damage to its products caused by the use by a non-...
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING PRECAUTIONS WHEN • When working on roads, be sure to consider the safety of pedestrians and PREPARING vehicles. · Use a flag person and/or a signal. Know the work area · Fence off the working area and keep off unauthorized persons.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING Check the strength of the bridge Always keep the machine clean When traveling over a bridge or a structure, check the permissible load. If the strength is insufficient, reinforce the bridge or the structure. • Wipe off any oil, grease, mud, snow or ice, to prevent accidents due to slipping.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING Perform inspection and maintenance Cautions in the operator’s compartment every day • Remove mud and grease from shoe soles before entering the operator’s compartment. Operating the travel pedals with mud or grease on shoes may cause a slip accident.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING PRECAUTIONS WHEN Before starting the machine, ask any unauthorized personnel to leave the area STARTING Do not run the motor until you are sure it is Support your weight in a three point safe to start the machine by checking the secure stance when getting on/off the following items.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING Sit in the operator’s seat and start the After starting the motor motor After starting the motor, perform the • Adjust the seat to securely latch it. operations and checks described below in a safe place with no persons or obstacles in the area.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING PRECAUTIONS WHEN Ensure good visibility OPERATING Check the field of view before operating the machine. Operate the machine with the maximum • When working in dark places, turn on the crawler width machine’s working lights and headlights and additional lighting equipment installed, as necessary.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Check if the work area is safe and secure Check the position of the undercarriage before operation (tracks) before traveling • Confirm the performance limits of the Before operating the travel levers/pedals, machine. make sure that the dozer blade is to the front •...
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Travel safely • Avoid crossing over obstacles whenever possible. If you must do so, keep the hoe • Travel with the dozer blade raised, the hoe attachment close to the ground level and attachment folded as shown on the figure travel slowly.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Cautions on traveling on slopes When traveling on slopes or grades, be careful that the machine does not tip (roll) over or slide. • Never travel on slopes that are too steep for the machine to maintain its stability. Note that in reality, the machine’s performance decreases on slopes due to its poor working condition.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Operate the machine on snow or ice with Do not move the bucket over the heads of extra care people • When traveling on snow or on frozen surfaces, drive at a low speed and avoid starting, stopping or changing directions abruptly.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Keep a safe distance from the high- voltage cable • Pay also careful attention to the high- voltage electric cables buried underground. Never bring any part of the machine or loaded material in proximity of high voltage cables unless all safety precautions required by the local and national authorities have been installed.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Watch out for hazardous working conditions • Do not enter areas where there is soft ground. Doing so could cause the machine to tilt under its own weight, resulting in a • Never undercut a high bank. Doing so is machine tipping over or sinking into the dangerous and may cause ground ground.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING • Do not perform demolition work under the • Do not use the impact force of the hoe machine. There is a risk of the machine attachment for breaking work. There is a falling down due to ground instability. risk of serious injury due to flying debris, •...
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Operating on slopes is dangerous Never slew (swing) sideways with a heavy load When operating on slopes or grades, slewing or operation of working equipment may cause the machine to lose stability and tip over. Avoid operating on slopes whenever possible.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Be careful with the overhead objects Cautions when lifting loads When operating under bridges, in tunnels, If the machine is used for lifting, it must be near electric cables or indoors, be careful not equipped with an emergency shut-off valve to let the boom or arm hit overhead objects.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Cautions when towing Be careful with flying objects This machine is not equipped with protective equipment to protect the operator from flying objects. Do not use this machine in places where there are risks of the operator being hit by flying objects.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN STOPPING PRECAUTIONS WHEN STOPPING Park safely • Before leaving the machine, do the followings: 1. Lower the bucket and the dozer blade to the ground. 2. Raise the safety lock lever to the locked position. • Park the machine on a flat, rigid and safe 3.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRANSPORTING PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRANSPORTING Load/unload the machine safely The machine may roll or tip over or fall while being loaded or unloaded. Take the following precautions: • Select a firm, level surface and keep sufficient distance from road shoulders. •...
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRANSPORTING Hoist the machine safely Transport the machine safely • Know and use correct crane signals. • Know and follow the applicable safety • Check the hoisting equipment for damaged rules, vehicle code and traffic laws when or missing parts on a daily basis and transporting the machine.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS ON Use the correct tools MAINTENANCE Display a “DO NOT OPERATE” alert sign Severe injury could result if an unauthorized person runs the motor or touches the controls during inspection or maintenance. • Before performing maintenance, stop the motor, remove the key and take it with you.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE Explosionproof lighting Prohibit access by unauthorized persons To prevent an ignition or explosion, use Do not allow unauthorized personnel in the explosion-proof lights when inspecting oil or work area while working. Be careful when lead-acid battery fluid. Otherwise, explosion grinding, welding or using a hammer.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE Stop the motor before performing Always keep the machine clean maintenance • Avoid lubrication or mechanical adjustments while the machine is moving or while the motor is running when the machine is not moving. • If maintenance must be performed with the motor running, always work as a two person team communicating each other.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE Stay clear of the moving parts Firmly secure the machine or any component that may fall • Stay clear of all rotating and moving parts. If a hand or tool becomes trapped in the • Before performing maintenance or repairs rotating or moving part, serious injury or under the machine, lower all moveable death could result.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE Secure the working equipment Handling of hoses To prevent unexpected movement, firmly Oil leak or hydraulic oil leak can cause a fire. secure the working equipment when • Do not twist, bend or hit the hoses. repairing or replacing the bucket teeth or •...
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE Be careful with oil internal pressure Release pressure before working on the hydraulic system Pressure is maintained in the hydraulic circuit long after the motor has been shut down. Oil may spurt out if caps or filters are •...
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• Do not put your face, arms, legs or body in front of the grease discharge valve. • If grease does not come out when the grease discharge valve is loosened, the valve is faulty. Ask a Takeuchi service agent for repair. 1-34...
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• Do not drill, weld or fuse. • Do not subject it to physical shock such as hitting, rolling or dropping. • Before disposing of the unit, the sealed gas must be drained. Contact a Takeuchi service agent for help. 1-35...
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE Use caution when handling the lead-acid • Do not add the distilled water above the batteries upper level limit. Doing so could cause the fluid to leak. This fluid can cause skin • Lead-acid batteries contain sulfuric acid damage if contacted, or can cause the which will damage eyes or skin if machine components to corrode.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE Periodically replace the safety-critical Have a Takeuchi service agent repair parts welding • To use the machine safely for a longer If welding must be performed, make sure period, periodically add oil and perform that it is done by a qualified person in a inspection and maintenance.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE Vibrations operators are subject to Disposing of wastes According to the results of the tests conducted to determine the vibrations transmitted to the operator by the machine, the upper limbs are subjected to vibrations lower than 2.5 m/s (8.2 ft/s ) while the seated part of the body is subjected to...
Please include your product serial number when ordering a new sign from the Takeuchi service agent. • When a part/unit to which a safety sign is attached is replenished, a new sign must be attached to the new part/unit.
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SAFETY SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS) *: Decals for service technicians. **: If equipped. 1-40...
CONTROLS COVERS COVERS SIDE COVER STARTER KEY • Before opening the side cover, be sure to set the safety lock lever to the lock position and stop the motor. • When opening the side cover, open it all the way to the position where it is securely stopped.
CONTROLS COVERS MAINTENANCE COVER GREASE GUN HOLDER Opening • Before opening the maintenance cover, set the safety lock lever to the locked position and stop the motor. • When opening the maintenance cover, open it all the way to the position where it is securely stopped.
CONTROLS SEAT AND SEAT BELT SEAT AND SEAT BELT SEAT • Adjust and secure the seat. • Do not make any adjustments while operating the machine. • Remember that the backrest returns to the forward position abruptly due to the spring force.
CONTROLS SEAT AND SEAT BELT SEAT BELT Releasing the seat belt Be sure to fasten the seat belt securely before starting the motor. Fastening the seat belt 1. Adjust the seat to the desired position for operation, sit up and sit back in the seat. 2.
CONTROLS MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY CHARGE SCREEN Refer to “Menu screen” on page 2-15. 1. Clock Displays the current time. Refer to “(5) Error code display” on page 2-19. 2. Charge The orange bar is displayed during Screen brightness charging. The screen remains bright for one minute The green or white bar is displayed when after starting up.
CONTROLS MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY MAIN MENU SCREEN For explanation purposes, all lamps on this LED lamps page are in the lit condition. This screen Indicate the state of the machine. image is quite different from that of the real operation. In the actual operation, if a Red lamp (upper) flashes warning is given or any function is selected, ....
CONTROLS MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY WARNING LAMPS 5. Third auxiliary hydraulic warning lamp This lamp starts flashing and an alarm IMPORTANT: If a warning lamp flashes sounds if the fixed side (left “e”) pressure and an alarm is sounded, immediately of the third auxiliary drops abnormally stop all operations and check the while the motor is running, or while the corresponding component.
CONTROLS MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY INDICATORS 12. Auxiliary 1st one-way (one-way circuit) indicator lamp 8. Deceleration indicator lamp This lamp turns on when the deceleration button is pressed. The lamp lights up to ..Auxiliary 1st auto tank is indicate that the motor is in the selected.
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CONTROLS MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY 14. Lithium ion battery meter 15. Motor speed setting display This gauge displays the motor speed settings set with the speed controller. When the gauge is in the blue or white range, the motor speed is low to medium.
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CONTROLS MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY 18. Hour meter/Trip meter 16. Auxiliary 1st flow rate indicator lamp This lamp lights up to indicate which flow • Hour meter rate setting is selected in the auxiliary 1st. Displays the total motor running time in ..
CONTROLS MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY SCREEN CONTROL KEY C. Light key Used to turn ON or OFF the lights. Up ( ) key Use this key to move the cursor upward and to increase the value in each setting. Press and hold this key for one second to rapidly increase the value.
CONTROLS MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY SCREEN NAVIGATION • Menu screen Press the Menu key to go the Menu screen while in the Home screen. (1) Trip meter setting (2) Auxiliary line flow rate display (3) Machine settings (4) Data display (5) Error code display (6) LCD setting/Date and time setting Move the cursor with the Up ( ) or Down ( ) key to go to the desired item to be set, and...
CONTROLS MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (1) TRIP METER SETTING (3) MACHINE SETTINGS • Machine setting screen Three patterns of desired operating hours can be set. Press the Menu key to return to the Menu The settings made to the machine can be screen.
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CONTROLS MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY 1. Auxiliary 1st flow rate setting Pressing the Enter key while the cursor at “ATT” goes to the attachment select Three flow rate patterns can be set in the screen. auxiliary 1st. Pressing the Down ( ) key moves the cursor Refer to the trip meter setting for the key in the direction of the arrow.
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CONTROLS MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY 2. Auxiliary 2nd/4th flow rate setting 3. ON/OFF setting One pattern of the auxiliary 2nd/4th flow rate The ECO mode, beacon lamp and lever can be set. pattern G can be set to ON or OFF. To return to the machine setting screen, press the Menu key.
IMPORTANT: If an error code appears, • Motor temperature immediately stop the operation and • Lithium ion battery temperature contact a Takeuchi sales or service outlet • Hydraulic oil temperature for help. • Motor current • Lithium ion battery current •...
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CONTROLS MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (6) LCD SETTING/DATE AND TIME SETTING • Brightness setting The display settings can be changed. Use The brightness of the LCD is set to the UP ( ) or Down ( ) key to move the between 1 and 100%. cursor The brightness changes each time the Press the Menu key to return to the Menu...
CONTROLS MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY SWITCHING IMAGES • Time setting Turn on the light switch on any screen to decrease the display brightness and to enter the “evening mode”. The year, month, date, hour and minute can be set. (Effective year range: 2010 to 2099) •...
CONTROLS SWITCHES SWITCHES LEAD-ACID BATTERY SWITCH KEY SWITCH IMPORTANT: Never turn this switch to the OFF (O) position while the motor is running. Doing so will cause electrical breakdown. IMPORTANT: Do not repeatedly switch the key from OFF/ON to ON/OFF over a short period.
CONTROLS SWITCHES EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH SPEED CONTROLLER In an emergency, this switch is used to shut This controller is used to control the down the machine by stopping charging or maximum motor speed. the motor. (A) ..Low speed 1. Press the switch (1). (B) ..Medium speed 2.
CONTROLS SWITCHES DECELERATION BUTTON TRAVEL SPEED BUTTON Before operating the deceleration button, When a load greater than a set value is set the operating lever to the neutral applied during traveling in 2nd (high) position and take your foot off the pedals. speed, the speed will automatically slow If the deceleration button is pressed while down to 1st (low) speed.
CONTROLS SWITCHES AUXILIARY 1ST SWITCHES (B) ..Hydraulic oil flows to the right auxiliary line (b). Auxiliary hydraulic buttons Refer to “Auxiliary hydraulic lines (If equipped)” on pages 2-33 to 2-37. Press these buttons to control the flow of the oil in the first auxiliary hydraulic lines. •...
CONTROLS SWITCHES AUXILIARY 2ND/4TH SWITCH THIRD AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC SWITCH (IF EQUIPPED) AND BUTTON (IF EQUIPPED) Refer to “Third auxiliary hydraulic switch and Slider switch (Proportional control) button (If equipped)” on page 2-36. Proportional control allows for slow-to-fast/ fast-to-slow movement of attachment. AUXILIARY 2/4 SELECT BUTTON Example: If you move the slider switch half (IF EQUIPPED)
CONTROLS SWITCHES LIGHT SWITCH DETENT MODE SWITCH (AUXILIARY 1ST) (IF EQUIPPED) IMPORTANT: Do not operate the machine in the detent mode for a long time. Doing so will increase the hydraulic oil temperature and shorten the service life of the hydraulic components. When this button is pressed with the key switch is ON, the lights turn on as follows: ON ..Switch lamps, front light, boom light...
CONTROLS SWITCHES AUXILIARY 1ST AUTO TANK SWITCH LIFT OVERLOAD WARNING SWITCH (IF EQUIPPED) If the overload is not removed after the overload warning horn is sounded, the machine may tip over. If the horn starts sounding, stop operating the machine and lighten the load.
CONTROLS LEVERS AND PEDALS LEVERS AND PEDALS OPERATING LEVERS SAFETY LOCK LEVER • Before starting operation, carefully check which lever pattern you are going • Before standing up from the operator’s to use. seat to, for example, adjust the • It is described using the ISO pattern in operator’s seat, lower the working this manual.
CONTROLS LEVERS AND PEDALS BLADE LEVER TRAVEL LEVERS/PEDALS • Before operating the travel levers/ pedals, make sure that the dozer blade is to the front of the operator’s seat. Remember that when the dozer blade is to the rear of the operator’s seat, the travel levers/pedals must be operated in the reverse direction from when it is to the front.
CONTROLS LEVERS AND PEDALS BOOM SWING PEDAL SELECTOR LEVER Keep the pedal cover lowered in the lock position when not using the boom swing function. Stepping on the pedal without the cover lowered may cause the machine to move suddenly and cause injury or death.
CONTROLS ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES ARMREST POWER SOCKETS Use only those electric products which comply with the specifications of these sockets. Adjusting the height 1. Loosen the lock by turning the bolts (1) counterclockwise. 2. Set the armrest to your desired position, and turn the bolts (1) clockwise to lock the armrest.
CONTROLS ACCESSORIES AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC LINES (IF EQUIPPED) These lines deliver the hydraulic oil necessary for operating a hydraulic breaker, crusher or other attachments. Oil may spurt out if pipes disconnected before releasing the pressure in the hydraulic system. (1) ..First auxiliary hydraulic lines •...
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CONTROLS ACCESSORIES Connecting the hydraulic circuits Disconnecting the hydraulic circuits To connect the attachment hydraulic lines, 1. Release the pressure remaining in the observe the following procedures: lines, and then close the stop valve. 1. Release the pressure remaining in the Refer to “Releasing the residual pressure”...
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CONTROLS ACCESSORIES Operating Releasing the residual pressure Press the following buttons to control the After the auxiliary hydraulic circuits have flow of the oil in the first/second auxiliary been used, pressure remains in the circuits. hydraulic lines. This is called the residual pressure. Release (A) ..Hydraulic oil flows to left auxiliary line this residual pressure before disconnecting (a).
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CONTROLS ACCESSORIES Third auxiliary hydraulic switch and Third auxiliary hydraulic warning lamp button (If equipped) This lamp turns on and an alarm sounds if The 3rd auxiliary is primarily used for a the auxiliary 3rd hydraulic pressure drops hydraulic coupler, allowing a bucket to be abnormally.
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CONTROLS ACCESSORIES Auxiliary 2/4 select button (If equipped) Setting the flow rate The flow rate in the auxiliary 1st, 2nd and 4th can be set to the desired values. For details, refer to “Auxiliary 1st flow rate setting” on page 2-17 and “Auxiliary 2nd/4th flow rate setting”...
• Before disposing of the unit, the sealed pressure from the working equipment gas must be drained. Contact a circuitry. Takeuchi service agent for help. 8. Raise the safety lock lever to engage the lock. For a machine with an accumulator, the...
Ask your sales or service dealer for disassemble it and/or replace or adjust repair. its internal part. Takeuchi shall not be held responsible for any injuries, accidents or product malfunction caused by disassembly.
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CONTROLS ACCESSORIES Overload warning device If the load is not reduced after the overload warning horn is sounded, the machine may tip over. If the horn starts sounding, stop operating the machine and lighten the load. If a weight greater than the lifting capacity is applied or lifted, the overload warning device is activated and the horn sounds.
CONTROLS SELECTING A LEVER PATTERN SELECTING A LEVER PATTERN The operating pattern of the left and right operating levers can be selected. Before starting operation, carefully check which lever pattern you are going to use. SWITCHING THE LEVER PATTERN Refer to “3. ON/OFF setting” on page 2-18. 2-41...
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING OPERATION BEFORE STARTING WALK-AROUND INSPECTION OPERATION Perform walk-around inspections once a day before starting the motor for the first time GETTING ON OR OFF THE MACHINE that day. DAILY INSPECTION • Do not jump on or down from the machine.
OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THE MOTOR STARTING AND STOPPING THE MOTOR BEFORE RUNNING THE MOTOR 1. Adjust the seat to a comfortable operating position. 2. Fasten the seat belt. 4. Check that all levers and pedals are in the neutral position. 3.
· Check the battery level. If a lamp does not light or the alarm is not sounded, there may be a failure in the machine. Ask a Takeuchi service agent for repair. 3. Press the deceleration button to cancel 1. Turn the key to the ON position and start the deceleration mode.
OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THE MOTOR STOPPING THE MOTOR IMPORTANT: Do not stop the motor suddenly when operating with heavy loads or at the maximum speed. Never stop running the motor suddenly except in emergency. 1. Move all levers to the neutral position. 2.
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE OPERATING THE MACHINE LEVER PATTERN (ISO PATTERN) • Before starting operation, carefully check which lever pattern you are going to use. • It is described using the ISO pattern in this manual. Left crawler forward Right crawler forward Left crawler reverse Right crawler reverse Arm out...
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE LEVER PATTERN (G PATTERN) • Before starting operation, carefully check which lever pattern you are going to use. • It is described using the ISO pattern in this manual. Left crawler forward Right crawler forward Left crawler reverse Right crawler reverse Boom lower Arm out...
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE WARMING UP THE MACHINE (HYDRAULIC OIL) Operating the working equipment without warming up the machine (hydraulic oil) is dangerous, as the working equipment cannot respond to controls quickly or may move in unexpectedly, and the safety devices may not operate properly.
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE INSPECTION AFTER WARM-UP After warming up the machine (hydraulic oil), perform the checks and inspections described below, and repair if necessary. 1. Check that all warning lamps are off and meters are functioning properly. 2. Check that there are no irregularities in the sound and vibrations.
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE CRAWLER WIDTH SWITCHING Switching the crawler width Perform the operation on flat rigid ground with no obstacles around. Operate the machine with the maximum crawler width • Always operate the machine with the crawler width extended to 1300 mm (51.2 in.) to maximize the machine stability.
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE SWITCHING THE BLADE WIDTH 3. Push the blade lever forward (B) to increase the crawler width (1300 mm or AC8D015 51.2 in.). 1. Loosen bolts (1) and remove plate (2). If necessary, extend the blade width by changing the plate (2).
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE OPERATING THE TRAVEL LEVERS/ Moving the machine forward and PEDALS backward • Never allow anyone to enter the machine’s slewing radius and path. • Signal your intention to move by sounding the horn. • There is a blind spot in the rear of the machine.
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OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE Traveling in 2nd (High) speed When a load greater than a set value is applied during traveling in 2nd (high) speed, the speed will automatically slow down to 1st (low) speed. When the load becomes lighter, the speed will increase and return to 2nd (high) speed.
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OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE Pivot turn Spin turn Turning to the left when stopped: To spin left: To turn forward to the left: Tilt the left lever backward and the right Tilt the right lever forward. lever forward. To turn backward to the left: To spin right: Tilt the right lever backward.
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE STOPPING TRAVEL • Park the machine on flat, rigid and safe ground. Set the parking brake. If you must park on a slope, chock the tracks to block the machine. • If any control is accidentally touched when the safety lock lever is not locked, the machine may suddenly move and cause serious injury or death.
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE OPERATING THE WORKING EQUIPMENT Slewing Check the surrounding area for safety • Before starting operation, carefully before slewing. check which lever pattern you are going to use. • It is described using the ISO pattern in this manual.
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OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE Operating the arm Operating the boom swing Arm in: Boom swing left: Tilt the left operating lever backward. Step on the left side of the pedal. Arm out: Boom swing right: Tilt the left operating lever forward. Step on the right side of the pedal.
OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES OPERATING PROCEDURES Be gentle when using the hydraulic cylinder PROHIBITED OPERATIONS • Do not operate on bedrock (hard or soft). • Do not slew while traveling. If you must operate the hoe attachment while traveling, operate at speeds slow enough so you have complete control at all times.
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OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES Do not drive piles with the bucket or dig Digging bedrock by banging the bucket For hard base rock, break the rock up into Doing so will shorten the service life of the small pieces with a breaker, etc., before hoe attachment.
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OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES Caution on folding the hoe attachment Pay attention to the dozer blade when digging Be careful not to let the bucket to hit the dozer blade when the hoe attachment is When digging deeply with the dozer blade being folded.
OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES CAUTIONS ON OPERATING • When traveling in 2nd speed, do so with the dozer blade at the front. Cautions on traveling Prohibition of use in water and caution on use in rainy weather Traveling over obstacles (rocks, stumps, etc.) may put a heavy load on the machine body and may cause damage to it.
OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES CAUTIONS ON TRAVELING ON SLOPES • The machine may slip sideways even on a slight slope if they are covered with grass, dead leaves, when traveling on a wet metal plate, or frozen surfaces. Do • Never travel on slopes that are too not allow the machine to position steep for the machine to maintain its sideways to slopes.
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OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES Braking when descending slopes If the motor stops When descending slopes, the brakes are If the motor stops when descending a slope, applied automatically once the travel levers set the travel levers to the neutral position, are returned to the neutral position. stop the machine, then run the motor.
OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES GETTING OUT OF MUD OPERATIONS POSSIBLE WITH THIS MACHINE If the machine gets stuck in mud, use the procedure below to get it out. Excavating If one crawler is stuck 1. Set the dozer blade on the side opposite to the side you want to dig on.
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OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES Digging side drains Leveling Use the boom swing function to dig side 1. Bring the hoe attachment close to the ditches as shown in the figure. body. 2. Gradually remove the dirt from the side of Loading the mound.
OPERATION PARKING THE MACHINE PARKING THE MACHINE 1. Set the left and right travel levers to the neutral position. PARKING 2. Turn the throttle lever and set the motor speed to low. 3. Lower the bucket and the dozer blade to the ground.
OPERATION PARKING THE MACHINE INSPECTION AND CHECKS AFTER STOPPING THE MOTOR 1. Inspect for oil leak. Inspect the work equipment, covers and undercarriage. If any irregularities are found, repair. 2. Charge the lithium ion battery as necessary. 3. Remove any mud from the undercarriage. Locking Be sure to lock the following places: •...
OPERATION HANDLING RUBBER CRAWLERS HANDLING RUBBER CRAWLERS Rubber crawlers have an inherent weakness, lack of strength, due to their use of rubber. Be sure to observe the prohibitions and cautions below to prevent the crawlers from being damaged or coming off. PROHIBITIONS •...
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OPERATION HANDLING RUBBER CRAWLERS • It will cause irregular wear or damage to the lugs, if the machine travels on irregular surfaces such as recently paved surfaces with asphalt, exposed to fire or of hot iron sheets that have been in direct sunlight. •...
OPERATION HANDLING RUBBER CRAWLERS CAUTIONS Observe the following cautions when operating the machine: • Rubber crawler belts are not as stable as steel crawler belts since the entire lugs are made of rubber. Be very careful when slewing and swinging sideways. •...
OPERATION HANDLING RUBBER CRAWLERS PREVENTING THE RUBBER CRAWLERS FROM COMING OFF Observe the following cautions to prevent the crawler from coming off: • Always keep the crawlers at the proper tension. • Avoid traveling by setting one crawler on a slope and the other crawler on a flat surface (with the machine at an angle of 10°...
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OPERATION HANDLING RUBBER CRAWLERS • The rubber crawler belts will come off if the machine travels backward in this condition. • The rubber crawler belts will come off if the machine turns in this condition. 3-32...
TRANSPORT LOADING AND UNLOADING LOADING AND UNLOADING When loading or unloading the machine, be sure to use ramps or a platform and follow the procedure below. The machine may roll or tip over or fall while being loaded or unloaded. Take the following precautions: •...
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TRANSPORT LOADING AND UNLOADING 7. Drive the machine straight toward the ramps and travel up or down the ramps at 1st (low) speed, by following the signal from the signal person. 8. Load the machine at the specified position on the transporter. Refer to “Transporting posture”...
IMPORTANT: This hoisting method applies to machines with standard specifications. The center of gravity differs according to the attachments and optional equipment installed. Contact your Takeuchi service agent for details.
TRANSPORT SECURING THE MACHINE SECURING THE MACHINE After loading the machine at the specified position, secure it as described below. Transporting posture 1. Lower the dozer blade. Precautions to be taken during 2. Extend the bucket cylinder and arm transportation cylinder fully, and then lower the boom.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL GENERAL CAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE OVERVIEW Do not perform any other inspection and maintenance works than those listed in this To keep the machine in good condition and manual. use if for a long period, perform the For works not listed in this manual, ask your inspection and maintenance properly and sales or a service dealer for help.
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• When wrapping the plug with sealing tape, Cautions on using high-voltage parts remove any old sealing tape from the • Ask a Takeuchi sales or service dealer for threads and clean the threads. repair of the high-voltage parts. • Wrap the thread tight with seal tape •...
Lubricant Type by air temperature Location Type When to replace -4 14 32 50 68 86 104°F -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40°C Takeuchi genuine Every 4000 ISO VG46 hydraulic oil 46 hrs.** Biodegradable oil recommended by Takeuchi*** ISO VG46 Every 4000 hrs.
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**: The hydraulic oil replacement interval depends on the type of hydraulic oil being used. New machine are delivered with Takeuchi genuine hydraulic oil 46, and the hydraulic oil replacement intervals indicated in this manual assume that Takeuchi genuine hydraulic oil 46 is being used.
MAINTENANCE SERVICE DATA REGULARLY REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC When a hydraulic breaker is used, the oil deteriorates more quickly than that used for a usual excavation operation. Be sure to replace the hydraulic oil and the return filter elements. • Failure to replace these in time can lead to damage to the machine and the breaker hydraulic system.
MAINTENANCE SERVICE DATA LIST OF CONSUMABLES Periodically replace consumables such as filters and elements according to the table below. System Item Part name Part No. When to replace Hydraulic oil 15511-04300 Every 1000 hrs after return filter Element the initial 250 hrs. Hydraulic system Pilot line filter 15512-00703...
MAINTENANCE SERVICE DATA LIST OF TOOLS (IF EQUIPPED) Code Part name Part No. Remarks Spanner 16900-01012 10 - 12 Spanner 16900-01417 14 - 17 Screwdriver 16902-20205 (+) (–) replaceable shank Monkey wrench 16904-00250 250 mm Pliers 16905-00200 200 mm Spanner 16901-00013 Spanner 16909-00019...
MAINTENANCE SERVICE DATA LIST OF TIGHTENING TORQUES Nuts and Bolts (for ISO strength category 10.9) Tighten nuts and bolts at the torques shown on the table below, unless otherwise specified. • The tightening torques used for the mounted plastic covers are not listed in the table below. Consult your sales or service dealer for details.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY-CRITICAL PARTS SAFETY-CRITICAL PARTS To use the machine safely, periodically perform inspection and maintenance. The safety-critical parts listed below must be periodically replaced for an increased safety. Serious injury or a fire could result if they are worn or damaged. List of safety-critical parts Safety-critical parts to be replaced Unit...
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MAINTENANCE SAFETY-CRITICAL PARTS The material of the safety-critical part listed above tends to change over time and cause wear or deterioration. It is difficult to determine the degree of deterioration at the periodic inspection, and thus they need to be replaced with new ones after a certain time to maintain their proper performance even if they appear in good condition.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE LIST MAINTENANCE LIST Inspection and maintenance item Page Walk-around inspection Inspecting by opening the covers 5-14 Inspecting by walking around the machine 5-15 Inspecting while sitting in the operator’s seat 5-15 Daily inspection (every 10 hours) Inspecting the lithium ion battery level 5-16 Inspecting the hydraulic oil tank level and replenishing 5-17...
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE LIST Inspection and maintenance item Page Every 1000 hours Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter 5-31 Replacing the travel motor gear oil* 5-31 Replacing the air breather 5-31 Replacing the pilot line filter 5-31 Every 2000 hours Inspecting the accumulator 5-32 Every 4000 hours Replacing the hydraulic oil and cleaning the suction strainer...
MAINTENANCE WALK-AROUND INSPECTION WALK-AROUND INSPECTION Perform the following inspections every day before starting the motor for the first time. • Before operating, perform the walk-around inspections and make repairs immediately where necessary. • Be sure to secure the cover before working the inside. Do not keep the cover open on a windy day or if the machine is parked on a slope.
MAINTENANCE WALK-AROUND INSPECTION INSPECTING BY WALKING AROUND THE INSPECTING WHILE SITTING IN THE MACHINE OPERATOR’S SEAT 3. Check the covers in the area near to the 14. Check the seat and seat belt for dirt or high-voltage parts for damage. damage.
MAINTENANCE DAILY INSPECTION (EVERY 10 HOURS) DAILY INSPECTION INSPECTING THE LITHIUM ION BATTERY LEVEL (EVERY 10 HOURS) Perform the following inspections every day before starting the motor for the first time. • Before operating, perform the daily inspections and make repairs immediately where necessary.
MAINTENANCE DAILY INSPECTION (EVERY 10 HOURS) INSPECTING THE HYDRAULIC OIL TANK LEVEL AND REPLENISHING Oil may spurt out if caps or filters are removed or pipes are disconnected before releasing the pressure in the hydraulic system. • Gradually loosen the vent plug to relieve tank pressure.
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MAINTENANCE DAILY INSPECTION (EVERY 10 HOURS) Replenishing IMPORTANT: Do not fill up to the level higher than the upper limit (H). Doing so will damage the hydraulic circuits or result in oil spurting. If accidentally done, stop the motor and wait the hydraulic oil to cool, and then let the excessive oil drain from the drain plug.
MAINTENANCE DAILY INSPECTION (EVERY 10 HOURS) LUBRICATING THE WORKING EQUIPMENT 1. Set the machine to the greasing posture as shown in the figure above, lower the working equipment to the ground, and then stop the motor. 2. Use the grease gun to lubricate the grease fittings. 3.
Operate the levers slowly. · If grease does not come out when the grease discharge valve is loosened, the valve is faulty. Ask a Takeuchi service agent for repair. 5-20...
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MAINTENANCE EVERY 50 HOURS Adjustment Increasing the tension 3. Inspect the gap (A) between the bottom surface of the frame at the center of the crawler frame and the top surface of the crawler. The gap (A) must be within the following 1.
MAINTENANCE EVERY 50 HOURS LUBRICATING THE SLEW BEARING LUBRICATING THE SLEW MOTOR PINION Do not slew while lubricating. Doing so is dangerous, as you may get caught in the machine. 1. Use the grease gun to lubricate the grease fitting (2). 2.
For any abnormal conditions such as the battery fluid level goes down fast, contact a Takeuchi sales or service dealer for advice. Note: The warranty will be void if the label on the lead-acid battery is removed during the warranty period.
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MAINTENANCE EVERY 50 HOURS 1. Open the side cover. Replenishing When adding distilled water, do so before starting operations in order to prevent freezing. 1. Loosen the sealing plugs (2) and add distilled water up to the upper level line (H).
MAINTENANCE AFTER THE INITIAL 250 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES) AFTER THE INITIAL 250 1. Raise the safety lock lever to the locked position. HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW 2. Remove the bolts (1). 3. Slide the seat backward. MACHINES) 4. Tilt the seat forward. 5.
MAINTENANCE AFTER THE INITIAL 250 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES) REPLACING THE PILOT LINE FILTER • Stop the motor and allow each part of the machine to cool down before performing inspection and maintenance. · The motor, the hydraulic system and other parts of the machine are hot immediately after the motor is stopped.
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MAINTENANCE AFTER THE INITIAL 250 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES) 9. Remove the bolts to remove the cover (5). 10. Turn the case (6) counterclockwise and remove it. 11. Remove the element (7) and O-ring (8). 12. Clean the inside of the case (6). 13.
MAINTENANCE AFTER THE INITIAL 250 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES) REPLACING THE TRAVEL MOTOR GEAR • Stop the motor and allow each part of the machine to cool down before performing inspection and maintenance. · The travel motor is hot immediately after the motor is stopped.
MAINTENANCE EVERY 250 HOURS EVERY 250 HOURS CLEANING THE DUST-FREE FILTERS FOR THE MOTORS Always wear appropriate equipment such as protective goggles and dust mask when working with compressed air, as metal fragments or other objects can fly and cause serious injury. Clean the filters immediately after operating in dusty places.
MAINTENANCE EVERY 250 HOURS CLEANING THE OIL COOLER FINS Wear required appropriate equipment such as protective goggle and filter mask when using compressed air, as metal fragments or other objects can fly and cause serious injury. IMPORTANT: • Be careful not to damage the fins when cleaning.
MAINTENANCE EVERY 1000 HOURS EVERY 1000 HOURS REPLACING THE AIR BREATHER REPLACING THE HYDRAULIC OIL RETURN FILTER Refer to “Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter” on page 5-25. REPLACING THE TRAVEL MOTOR GEAR Refer to “Replacing the travel motor gear oil” on page 5-28.
3. Turn the starter key to the OFF position to sealed gas must be drained. Contact a stop the motor. Takeuchi sales or service dealer for help. • Clear all personnel from the work area. • Sound the horn to warn people around the machine.
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The accumulator (1) is probably faulty if the boom cannot be lowered or stops halfway. Consult a Takeuchi sales or service dealer for help. Note: When the boom is lowered to lower the bucket to the ground, do it within 10 minutes of stopping the motor.
MAINTENANCE EVERY 4000 HOURS EVERY 4000 HOURS 1. Set the machine to the hydraulic oil level inspection posture. REPLACING THE HYDRAULIC OIL AND Refer to “Inspecting the hydraulic oil tank CLEANING THE SUCTION STRAINER level and replenishing” on page 5-17. 2.
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MAINTENANCE EVERY 4000 HOURS 12. Loosen the bolts and remove the flange (8). 13. Remove the suction strainer (9) and clean it. 14. Clean the inside of the hydraulic oil tank. 15. Replace the air breather. Refer to “Replacing the air breather” on page 5-31.
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MAINTENANCE EVERY 4000 HOURS Bleeding air • Emergency shut-off valve (If equipped) This operation is dangerous and requires IMPORTANT: After replacing the hydraulic experience. Ask your sales or service dealer for help. oil or hydraulic devices, or after performing maintenance of the hydraulic If air is not released, the working equipment devices, bleed air from the hydraulic could become slow in reacting to the...
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MAINTENANCE EVERY 4000 HOURS Boom 4. Hold the hose fitting (A) in place with a 4. Hold the hose fitting (B) in place with a wrench and slowly loosen the hose nut (1). wrench and slowly loosen the hose nut (2). 5.
MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED WHEN REQUIRED • Bucket tooth <V13SY or V17S> Removal REPLACING THE BUCKET TEETH AND 1. Clean the bucket and park the machine in THE SIDE CUTTERS a flat, safe place where the ground is hard. Replace the bucket teeth and the side cutters when the tooth points or the side cutters are worn.
MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED 5. Remove the tooth point (2). Some tooth 2. Put the tooth point (2) in the adapter nose points (2) are of the type that are removed (3). by turning (twisting) them Push in firmly until the tooth point (2) counterclockwise.
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MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED • Side cutter Installation 4. Drive in the locking pin (1) with a hammer until it is flush with the tip of the tooth point (2) ear. 1. Insert the bolts from the inner of the bucket and tighten the side cutterwith nuts.
MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED REPLACING THE BUCKET Removing • Before performing maintenance or repairs under the machine, lower all working equipment to the ground or in the lowermost position. • If maintenance must be performed with the motor running, always work as a two person team communicating each other.
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MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED Installation 4. Align the turn prevention holes, and then install the bolt (1) and the nut. Be sure to 1. Set the O-ring (4) on the bucket as shown leave a gap of about 0.5 to 1 mm (0.02 to on the figure above.
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MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED Replacing the pin seal 1. Set the pin seal (3) in the direction shown on the figure above. 2. Use a mallet to slowly press the pin seal in. Be careful not to damage the seal. 5-43...
MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED ADJUSTING THE GAP BETWEEN THE BUCKET AND ARM (IF EQUIPPED) • Before performing maintenance or repairs under the machine, lower all working equipment to the ground or in the lowermost position. • To prevent unexpected movement, securely block the working equipment when adjusting the gap.
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MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED 5. Pull out the adjustment shim(s) (5) corresponding to the gap (A) from between the flange (4) and the bucket body. Adjustment shim thickness : 0.5 mm (0.02 in.) Be careful that the gap is no less than 0.5 mm (0.02 in.) after adjustment.
MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED LUBRICATING THE LEVERS AND PEDALS Travel levers/pedals Set the machine to the parking posture, stop the motor, remove the starter key and store it. Failure to do so may result in the machine moving abruptly, leading to serious injury or death.
MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED INSPECTING THE RUBBER CRAWLERS (3) Metal core Repair or replace the rubber crawlers if their condition becomes as described below. Consult your sales or service dealer for repair or replacement. Rubber crawler Replace the crawler if the entire crawler is stretched and cannot be adjusted.
MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED REPLACING THE RUBBER CRAWLERS Removal 1. Fully release the tension of the rubber crawler. Refer to “Inspecting and adjusting the • If you must work beneath the raised crawler tension” on page 5-20. machine or working equipment, always use wood blocks, jack-stands or other rigid and stable supports.
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MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED Installation 1. Use the working equipment to lift the body. 2. Set the rubber crawler on the sprocket. 3. Set an iron pipe (1) in the rubber crawler and turn the sprocket slowly in the reverse direction. 4.
2. Inspect the lead-acid battery and recharge battery once a month. If it is 0%, recharge it it if necessary. to 10%. Ask a Takeuchi sales or service dealer for recharging. Note: If the battery is stored at ambient temperature of 45°C (113°F) and over 30%...
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS THAT ARE NOT MALFUNCTIONS SYMPTOMS THAT ARE NOT • It becomes less easy to operate the machine when an attachment weighing MALFUNCTIONS more than a standard arm or bucket is installed. The symptoms listed below are not • The motor keeps running for several malfunctions.
TROUBLESHOOTING IF THE MACHINE OVERHEATS IF THE MACHINE OVERHEATS Remedy procedure 1. Park the machine in a safe place. The symptoms listed below indicate 2. Turn the key to the OFF position. overheating. 3. Check the display at every 10 minutes until there is no warning.
TROUBLESHOOTING IF THE LEAD-ACID BATTERY GOES DEAD IF THE LEAD-ACID BATTERY Connecting the jumper cables GOES DEAD IMPORTANT: Set the starter keys of the booster vehicle and the dead machine to The symptom below indicates that the the OFF position. lead-acid battery is dead.
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TROUBLESHOOTING IF THE LEAD-ACID BATTERY GOES DEAD Disconnecting the jumper cables Once the dead machine is successfully running, remove the jumper cables by following the same steps as for connection in the reverse order. 1. Disconnect the clip of booster cable (B) from the negative (–) battery terminal of the dead machine.
TROUBLESHOOTING IF A FUSE BLOWS IF A FUSE BLOWS If a light does not come on or the electrical system does not work, a fuse may be blown. Inspect the fuses. INSPECTING AND REPLACING THE FUSE If the fuse blows again soon after 4.
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TROUBLESHOOTING IF A FUSE BLOWS Fuse layout and circuits protected (1)
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TROUBLESHOOTING IF A FUSE BLOWS Capacity Symbol Protected circuit Fuse No. Main controller power supply Power sockets (24V) Lights Sub-controller power supply Option Key switch (24V) Horn...
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TROUBLESHOOTING IF A FUSE BLOWS 5. Open the fuse box cover (2). 6. Check for any blown fuses. Fuse layout and circuits protected (2) Capacity Symbol Protected circuit Fuse No. 6-10...
TROUBLESHOOTING IF A FUSE BLOWS INSPECTING THE FUSIBLE LINK If the machine is not turned on after turning the key switch to the ON position when the lead-acid battery switch is ON, the cartridge type fusible link (1) is likely blown. Open the maintenance cover and inspect.
There is a problem with the motor for gear pump, motor for Drive system warning lamp piston pump or the related equipment. Consult a Takeuchi sales or service dealer for help. AC9J009 Lithium ion There is a problem with the battery pack or its related battery equipment.
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Refer to “Warm-up in cold climates” on page 3-9. Third auxiliary Pressure in the third auxiliary hydraulic line is too low hydraulic Consult a Takeuchi sales or service dealer for help. warning lamp Lithium ion The lithium ion battery level is low. Charge the battery.
TROUBLESHOOTING VEHICLE ERROR CODE LIST VEHICLE ERROR CODE LIST If an error code appears on the display, consult your sales or service dealer. Error code Error details Impossible to sense ACC key CAN 0 communication error CAN 1 communication error CAN 2 communication error CAN communication error (INV1) CAN communication error (INV2)
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TROUBLESHOOTING VEHICLE ERROR CODE LIST Error code Error details 3820 Hydraulic oil temperature too hot 3823 Hydraulic oil temperature sensor error (too high) 3824 Hydraulic oil temperature sensor error (too low) 3833 Ambient temperature sensor error (too high) 3834 Ambient temperature sensor error (too low) 3843 Motor ambient temperature sensor error (too high) 3844...
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TROUBLESHOOTING VEHICLE ERROR CODE LIST Error code Error details 5707 Joy stick L system error 5709 Joy stick L neutral error 5717 Joy stick R system error 5719 Joy stick R neutral error 6503 AUX1 slide switch voltage value error (too high) 6504 AUX1 slide switch voltage value error (too low) 6509...
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TROUBLESHOOTING VEHICLE ERROR CODE LIST Error code Error details 9005 Boom raise PWM output current error (too low) 9006 Boom raise PWM output current error (too high) 9015 Boom lower PWM output current error (too low) 9016 Boom lower PWM output current error (too high) 9025 Arm dump PWM output current error (too low) 9026...
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TROUBLESHOOTING VEHICLE ERROR CODE LIST Error code Error details 9105 Travel LB PWM output current error (too low) 9106 Travel LB PWM output current error (too high) 9115 Travel RB PWM output current error (too low) 9116 Travel RB PWM output current error (too high) 9125 Swing left PWM output current error (too low) 9126...
TROUBLESHOOTING BATTERY PACK ERROR CODE LIST BATTERY PACK ERROR CODE LIST If an error code appears on the display, consult your sales or service dealer. Error code Error details Vehicle communication error Error of vehicle drive preparation complete signal Mode error 1 Mode error 2 Inverter stopping error Clock synchronization timeout...
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TROUBLESHOOTING BATTERY PACK ERROR CODE LIST Error code Error details Caution on module temperature too high Module temperature too low Caution on module temperature too low Temperature sensor error DC/DC converter Heatsink primary temperature error DC/DC converter Caution on heatsink primary temperature DC/DC converter Heatsink secondary temperature error DC/DC converter...
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TROUBLESHOOTING BATTERY PACK ERROR CODE LIST Error code Error details Timeout in response to recharge command (off-board charger) Timeout in response to stop charge command (off-board charger) Error response to precharge command (off-board charger) Error response to charge command (off-board charger) Error response to stop charge command (off-board charger) Error response to recharge command (off-board charger) Parameter error (on-board charger)
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TROUBLESHOOTING BATTERY PACK ERROR CODE LIST Error code Error details Caution on reduced battery capacity Battery capacity reduced Contactor for charging error Contactor for discharging error Discharging overcurrent protection Output overcurrent protection for off-board charger Output overcurrent protection for on-board charger Watchdog error SOH not updated error CMU circuit board communication error (CMU1 error)
TROUBLESHOOTING MOTOR ERROR CODE LIST MOTOR ERROR CODE LIST If an error code appears on the display, consult your sales or service dealer. Error code Error details WAITING FOR NODE DATA ACQUISITION CHECK UP NEEDED PARAM RESTORE TILLER OPEN 2250 COIL SHOR.
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TROUBLESHOOTING MOTOR ERROR CODE LIST Error code Error details 3223 POS. EB. SHORTED 3224 EB. DRIV.OPEN 3302 SMARTDRIVER KO 3610 EEPROM KO 3611 PARAM RESTORE 4110 MOTOR TEMPERAT. 4210 TH. PROTECTION 4211 THERMIC SENS. KO 4311 SENS MOT TEMP KO 5001 AUX BATT.
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TROUBLESHOOTING MOTOR ERROR CODE LIST Error code Error details FF01 WARNING SLAVE FF11 LOGIC FAILURE #3 FF12 LOGIC FAILURE #2 FF1C PUMP VMN LOW FF1D PUMP VMN HIGH FF42 BATTERY LOW FF4E VACC NOT OK FF4F INCORRECT START FF50 FORW + BACK FF51 WRONG FBSENS.SET FF56...
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TROUBLESHOOTING MOTOR ERROR CODE LIST Error code Error details FF97 POT MISMATCH FF98 SENSOR SUPPLY XX FF99 OFFSET SPD.SENS. FF9A FF9B WAIT MOTOR STILL FFA1 RPM HIGH FFA2 POS.EB.SHORT PIN FFA3 ED SLIP MISMATCH FFA4 POS.EB.SHORT GND FFA8 SPEED FB.ERR. XX FFA9 EMERGENCY FFAB...
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TROUBLESHOOTING MOTOR ERROR CODE LIST Error code Error details FFBB LIFT+LOWER FFBC PUMP VACC NOT OK FFBD PUMP INC START FFBE PUMP VMN NOT OK FFBF PUMP I NO ZERO FFC0 PUMP VACC RANGE FFC3 STEER SENSOR KO FFC4 MOT.PHASE SH. WRONG SLAVE VER.
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TROUBLESHOOTING MOTOR ERROR CODE LIST Error code Error details FFDB PEV NOT OK FFDD HANDBRAKE FFDE SEAT MISMATCH FFE2 VACC OUT RANGE HW FAULT FFE3 OUT MISMATCH XX FFE5 HW FAULT EB. LC COIL OPEN FFE6 SOFTWARE ERROR FFE8 CONT. DRV. EV FFE9 POWERMOS SHORTED FFEB...
TROUBLESHOOTING OTHER SYMPTOMS OTHER SYMPTOMS For symptoms not included in the table below or if the problem persists after the proper remedies have been taken, consult your sales or service dealer. Symptoms Major causes Remedies Left and right operating levers •...
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TROUBLESHOOTING OTHER SYMPTOMS Symptoms Major causes Remedies Travel speed cannot be • Error in the electrical system • Adjust or replace (ask your changed sales or service dealer). Slewing is not possible or not • Insufficient grease on slew • Grease the bearing. smooth bearing Refer to page 5-22.
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TROUBLESHOOTING OTHER SYMPTOMS Symptoms Major causes Remedies Crawlers come off • Crawlers too loose • Increase the tension. Refer to page 5-20. Charging is disabled (no • Connection is faulty in the • Properly connect the off- charge screen is displayed) charging cable or the board charger or the off-board charger...
TROUBLESHOOTING LOWERING THE BOOM TO THE GROUND LOWERING THE BOOM TO PROCEDURE 2 This operation is dangerous and requires THE GROUND experience. Ask your sales or service dealer for it. If the hoe attachment must be lowered to the ground while the motor is stopped, use the following procedure.
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TROUBLESHOOTING LOWERING THE BOOM TO THE GROUND 1. Place a pan under the hose to catch the waste oil. 2. Hold the hose fitting (1) with a wrench and slowly loosen the hose nut (2) with another wrench. 3. The oil in the boom cylinder is drained and the hoe attachment is lowered.
TROUBLESHOOTING TOWING TOWING Towing the machine Use the procedure described below to tow heavy objects or the machine itself if it should get stuck in the mud and not be able When towing, serious injury or death to get out on its own. could result, if performed incorrectly or the wire rope being used is inappropriate or not properly inspected.
TROUBLESHOOTING IF THE CANOPY IS DAMAGED IF THE CANOPY IS DAMAGED Immediately replace the damaged canopy. Serious injury or death may occur if the machine is operated with damaged canopy. Do not operate the machine until the replacement is complete. Do not try to repair the damaged canopy by welding.
SPECIFICATIONS BASIC SPECIFICATIONS BASIC SPECIFICATIONS Type Canopy MASS Operating mass kg (lb) Rubber crawlers 1930 (4255) PERFORMANCE Heaped 0.038 (1.34) Bucket capacity (cu. ft.) (Standard bucket) Struck 0.028 (0.99) Slew speed (rpm) 7.6 (7.6) 2.1 (1.3) Rubber Travel speed km/h (mph) crawlers 4.0 (2.5) Gradeability...
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SPECIFICATIONS BASIC SPECIFICATIONS Type Canopy CHARGER (INPUT SPECIFICATIONS) Off-board Off-board On-board Item charger charger charger (400 V) (480 V) Number of phases Three phases Single phase Input line-to-line voltage 340 to 460 408 to 552 95 to 265 Maximum input line current 18.4 Frequency 50 or 60...
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SPECIFICATIONS OPERATING RANGES Long arm Unit: mm (inch) Item Rubber crawlers Maximum reach 4090 (160.9) Maximum reach at ground reference plane 4035 (158.9) Maximum digging depth 2390 (94) Maximum vertical digging depth 2060 (81) Reach at maximum vertical digging depth 2790 (109.9) Maximum height of cutting edge 3740 (147.3)
SPECIFICATIONS LIFTING CAPACITIES LIFTING CAPACITIES Lifting device (If equipped) When an excavator is used to lift loads in Europe, it must comply with EN 474-1. Install the following devices, and then turn on the overload warning switch before starting the lifting operation: •...
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SPECIFICATIONS LIFTING CAPACITIES Inspection before lifting loads Before lifting loads, inspect the following items to ensure there is no abnormality: • Do not attempt to lift or hold any load • Inspect for any damage to the attachment, that is greater than these rated values at hose or lifting device.
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SPECIFICATIONS LIFTING CAPACITIES Long arm <Canopy> 7-10...
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SPECIFICATIONS LIFTING CAPACITIES Long arm < Canopy> 7-11...
When removing or installing an attachment or optional part, take the following precautions. CAUTIONS WHEN INSTALLING • Consult with Takeuchi before installing ATTACHMENTS an optional attachment. • Do not use any attachments not approved by Takeuchi. Doing so may...
OPTIONS GENERAL PRECAUTIONS CAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING ATTACHMENTS Long attachments reduce stability of the machine. The machine may tip over if it loses the balance when traveling or slewing on slopes. Never perform the operations listed below as they are extremely dangerous. •...
Select a proper bucket by following the table. • Consult with Takeuchi before installing an optional attachment. • Do not use any attachments not approved by Takeuchi. Doing so may cause safety problems. Or, it may adversely affect the machine’s operation or service life.
OPTIONS HYDRAULIC BREAKER HYDRAULIC BREAKER Cautions on operating For handling of the breaker, read the hydraulic breaker’s manual, provided separately. • Start the motor and run it at 75% of the maximum speed. AD6A001 Do not use the breaker when the crawler width is narrowed! •...
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OPTIONS HYDRAULIC BREAKER • Do not pry with the chisel or do not pry • Do not pound with the arm placed while pounding. perpendicular to the ground surface. • Do not move the chisel while pounding. • Do not pound continuously for over 30 seconds on the same surface.
OPTIONS HYDRAULIC BREAKER REPLACING THE HYDRAULIC OIL REGULARLY When a hydraulic breaker is used, the oil deteriorates more quickly than that used for a usual operation. Be sure to replace the hydraulic oil and the return filter elements. • Failure to replace these in time can lead to damage to the machine and the breaker hydraulic system.
TRAVEL ALARM The alarm sounds while the machine is traveling and stops when the machine stops traveling. If the alarm does not sound when traveling, the electrical system may be faulty. Consult a Takeuchi sales or service dealer for help.
• This operation is dangerous and requires brand oil. experience. Ask a Takeuchi sales or service Note that there are oils of other brands, dealer for help. even among ester synthetic oils, which may damage O-rings, packings and seals.
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OPTIONS BIODEGRADABLE OIL Flushing To be performed by a Takeuchi sales or service outlet 1. Drain the hydraulic oil (mineral oil) from the hydraulic oil tank and clean the inside of the tank and suction strainer. Refer to “Replacing the hydraulic oil and cleaning the suction strainer”...
• Please be aware that storing a machine • Takeuchi Fleet Management (TFM) is a long-term may result in the loss of system that manages machine position communication from the TFM device if information, operation information, and its internal battery is drained.
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OPTIONS TAKEUCHI FLEET MANAGEMENT (TFM) Specification M7H (For Europe) Frequency Power UMTS/HSPA: 900 MHz 0.25 W 2100 MHz 0.25 W GSM/GPRS: 900 MHz 1800 MHz GSM/EDGE: 900 MHz 0.5 W 1800 MHz 0.4 W M7L (For North America) Frequency Power...
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First Published February 2019 Seventh Published March 2022 AC9EN006 OPERATOR’S MANUAL TB20e Mini excavator Edited and issued by TAKEUCHI MFG. CO., LTD. Printed in Japan by STATION M Co., Ltd. 8-14...
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EU directives. In case of any alteration of the machine not coordinated with us, this certificate loses its validity. Designation of the machine Compact Excavator Manufacturer TAKEUCHI MFG. CO., LTD 205 Uwadaira, Sakaki-machi, Hanishina-gun, Nagano 389-0605, Japan Model TB20e...
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