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Page 1 MP36 MP36 MAYO 2025...
Page 2 Foreword Skid Steer Loader Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 3 In order to provide better service for you and improve the product and services quality, we hope you will inform us of the problems you found and improvement suggestions in the process of using Michigan products and the Operation and Maintenance Manual.
Page 4: Foreword
When you have doubts about the machine or this Manual, please inquire the latest relevant information from the agent of Michigan. Structure of this Manual This Manual consists of six parts: Preface, Chapter I Safety Part, Chapter II Product Information, Chapter III...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Table of Contents Foreword ..................................3 Table of Contents ............................... 1 Chapter I Safety Part .............................. 2 1.1 Safety Tips ................................3 1.2 Safety Signs ................................. 3 1.3 Comprehending Signal Vocabulary ........................4 1.5 Other Safety Information ........................... 16 Chapter II Product Information...........................
Page 6: Chapter I Safety Part
Chapter I Safety Part Chapter I Safety Part Please read this Manual carefully and make sure that you fully understand the precautions stated in this Manual and by the safety signs on the machine. Strictly observe these precautions when operating or repairing the machine.
Page 7: Safety Tips
Chapter I Safety Part 1 Safety Part 1.1 Safety Tips 1.1.1 Only trained and qualified designated persons are allowed to operate the machine. 1.1.2 The majority of accidents that happened during operation, maintenance and repair of the product are caused by non-conformance to basic safety rules or preventive measures. If all kinds of potential dangers can be recognized before an accident happens, such an accident can often be avoided.
Page 8: Comprehending Signal Vocabulary
Chapter I Safety Part 1.2.6 If a safety sign is stuck on the part that is replaced, stick this safety sign on a part as a replacement. 1.2.7 Any after-sales service agency can provide various brand-new safety signs. 1.3 Comprehending Signal Vocabulary 1.3.1 On a safety sign of the machine, vocabularies indicating the degree or level of hazard - DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION - are used together with 1.3.2 "Danger"...
Page 9 Chapter I Safety Part 1.4 Schematic Diagram for Distribution of Machine Safety Signs and Additional Signs Fig. 4...
Page 10 Chapter I Safety Part Warning Sign for Overturning Danger (1) This warning sign is located inside the right boom. Load which the loader carries shall be within the rated load and shall never ever exceed the rated load, so as to avoid overturning; otherwise, the machine will be damaged or a personal safety accident will be caused.
Page 11 Chapter I Safety Part Warning Sign for Locking Pin Opening (3) This warning sign is located inside the cab. Please be sure to operate the machine according to contents on the sign, otherwise, the machine will be damaged or a personal safety accident will be caused. Fig.
Page 12 Chapter I Safety Part Right-Hand Control Handle Function Sign (5) This sign is located inside the right control handle guard. Inform the user that he/she can use the right control handle to control the bucket, rotating bucket and unloading of the machine as well as lifting, lowering and floating with the boom.
Page 13 Chapter I Safety Part Warning Sign for Safety Stay Rod (7) This sign is located outside of the safety stay rod of the right boom. In case that the boom is lifted for maintenance, please lower down the safety stay rod, otherwise a Fig.
Page 14 Chapter I Safety Part This sign is located at the rear position on the right side of the frame when the boom is lowered down. Never expose any part of your body to this position to prevent injury. Fig. 4-10 Engine Start Danger Sign (11) This sign is located at the engine starter.
Page 15 Chapter I Safety Part Maintenance and Lubrication Sign (12) This sign is located on the left rear side of the frame. Please be sure to maintain and lubricate the machine according to contents on the sign, otherwise, the machine will be damaged. Fig.
Page 16 Chapter I Safety Part This sign is located on the right rear side of the frame. Please be sure to operate the machine according to contents on the sign, otherwise, the machine will be damaged or a personal safety accident will be caused. Fig.
Page 17 Chapter I Safety Part Hydraulic Oil Sign (16) This sign is located inside the hydraulic oil tank of the frame. Please add hydraulic oil timely to prevent the loader from stopping working. Adding a fluid incorrectly will disable the machine to work and even cause damage to the machine.
Page 18 Chapter I Safety Part Binding Position Sign (18) Such signs are located in front of the frame and behind the counterweight. Inform the user that here is the binding position for transportation and he/she has to bind this position Fig. 4-18 with the transport vehicle during transportation to fix the whole machine.
Page 19 Chapter I Safety Part This warning sign is located on the air spring on the lower left side of the cab. In case that the cab is turned up, do not touch the Fig. 4-21 air spring with any part of your body. Chipped Glass Danger Sign (22) This warning sign is located on the air spring on the lower left side of the cab.
Page 20: Other Safety Information
Chapter I Safety Part 1.5 Other Safety Information 1.5.1 Observation of safety instructions 1.5.1.1 Before maintaining the equipment, hang a safety warning sign on the starting switch or control handle, 1.5.1.2 Learn about the width of the operating machine, so that the operator keeps a distance from the machine when operating near a fence or boundary obstacle.
Page 21 Chapter I Safety Part 1.5.3.2 Check whether each instrument works normally. It is only allowed to start the engine in the cab. Making the starter motor terminal or battery short-circuited is absolutely not allowed, for any short circuit will make the circuit bypass the normal starting system of the engine and may also cause damage to the circuit system. 1.5.3.3 Adjust the seat to the degree that the driver can still depress the pedal fully when sitting close to the backrest position.
Page 22: Chapter I Safety Part Treatment
Chapter I Safety Part treatment. 1.5.7 Compressed air and high-pressure fluid 1.5.7.1 Compressed air or pressurized water will splash fragments or hot water, which may cause personal injuries. 1.5.7.2 When cleaning with compressed air or pressure, wear protective clothing, protective shoes, goggles or protective mask.
Page 23 1.5.10.1 Please do not bend the high-pressure pipeline. Do not knock the high-pressure pipeline. Do not install any bent or damaged pipeline. 1.5.10.2 Please repair all loose or damaged pipelines. As leakage can cause fire, please consult the Michigan agent about part repair or replacement.
Page 24 Chapter I Safety Part 1.5.11 Description on tires 1.5.11.1 Explosion of the pneumatic tire is caused by gas explosion due to heating inside the tire, while explosion caused by a heat source may be caused by welding, heating on rim parts and external kindling. 1.5.11.2 Tire explosion is more lethal than tire break.
Page 25 Chapter I Safety Part or articles when getting on or off the machine. Pull the equipment onto the platform with hand pulling ropes. When entering or leaving the cab, do not use the operating lever as a handrail. 1.5.15 Before operation 1.5.15.1 Make sure that no one is around the machine.
Page 26 Chapter I Safety Part 1.5.17.1 Do not shut down the engine immediately after the engine has been working under load, which will cause overheating and accelerated wear of engine parts. 1.5.17.2 After the engine is shut down and the parking brake has been engaged, let the machine run for five minutes and then shut it down.
Page 27: Chapter Ii Product Information
Chapter II Product Information Chapter II Product Information...
Page 28: Product Data
2.1 Machine Appraisal 2.1.1 Some signs are installed on the machine to manage each machine produced by Michigan . Signs are installed at different positions of the machine, and these signs are described below. 2.1.2 Machine appraisal sign and product identification number For the machine appraisal sign, see the front position of the frame.
Page 29 Chapter II Product Information 2.4.1.3 If a bucket is required for loading and unloading, operate the right handle. The working oil from the working pump flows into the rear chamber or front chamber of the rotating bucket cylinder through the distribution valve so as to turn the bucket up or down, while the working oil from the oil pump flows into the lower chamber or upper chamber of the boom oil cylinder through the distribution valve so as to lift or lower the boom and the bucket.
Page 30 Chapter II Product Information Fig. 6 Schematic Diagram of Hydraulic System...
Page 31: Working Device
Chapter II Product Information 2.5 Working Device 2.5.1 The working device of the loader mainly consists of boom, bucket seat and bucket, as shown in Fig. 7. Fig. 7 Working Device Diagram 1. Boom 2. Bucket seat 3. Bucket 2.6 Frame 2.6.1 The frame is the basic body for connecting and installing all parts of the whole machine.
Page 32: Electrical System
Chapter II Product Information Fig. 8 Frame 2.7 Electrical System 2.7.1 Organizational structure of electrical system 2.5.1.1 The electrical system consists of the built-in silicon rectification generator; starter motor (all matched with diesel engine); battery; lighting system; oil pressure, oil temperature and cleanliness monitoring system of oil line;...
Page 33 Chapter II Product Information 2.7.4.2 After the diesel engine starts normally, it is not allowed to turn off the power main switch at will, so as to avoid the sudden rise of the no-load voltage of the generator and burnout of the electric equipment. 2.7.4.3 Turn off the electric lock and the main switch in following cases, and an accident can be avoided: 1.
Page 34 Chapter II Product Information Fig. 9 Electrical Schematic Diagram...
Page 35: Chapter Iii Machine Operation
Chapter III Machine Operation Chapter III Machine Operation...
Page 36: Control Mechanism And Instrument
Chapter III Machine Operation 3.1 Control Mechanism and Instrument 3.1.1 Instrument and indicator light: The instrument panel is located at the right front of the cab. The operator can easily see instrument lights and indicator lights, and have a clear and wide working field of vision, as shown in Fig. 10. Fig. 11 is a schematic diagram of electric lock key gear.
Page 37: Operation And Use Of Skid Steer Loader
Chapter III Machine Operation Fig. 11 Schematic Diagram of Electric Lock Key Gear 3.2 Operation and Use of Skid Steer Loader 3.2.1 Precautions for Use 3.2.1.1 Diesel used for the skid steer loader must be pure and have been subject to precipitation for at least 72h, and the diesel grade shall conform to specified quality requirements.
Page 38: Chapter Iii Machine Operation Air Blower Can Be Optionally Installed As Required
Chapter III Machine Operation air blower can be optionally installed as required. 3.2.1.9 In cold weather, please connect the warm air blower switch when the water thermometer indicates above 78 °C after waiting the engine to run for a period of time (warming-up) rather than use the warm air blower when the whole machine is started, so as not to affect the heating effect.
Page 39 Chapter III Machine Operation 3.2.3 Description on seat adjustment Forward and backward adjustment handle Fig. 13 Schematic Diagram of Seat and its Adjustment 1. Forward and backward adjustment: Pull the forward and backward adjustment handle outward by hand, then move the seat backward and forward till it reaches an ideal position. Release the handle, and the seat is locked automatically.
Page 40: Chapter Iii Machine Operation Replace It If Necessary
Chapter III Machine Operation replace it if necessary. 2. The length of the seat belt should be adjusted before use, so as to ensure that the seat belt can play the role of safety guarantee and has a certain degree of comfort. 3.
Page 41 Chapter III Machine Operation Fig. 15 Microswitch of Safety Bar 3.2.5 Machine operation 3.2.5.1 Left control handle: The left control handle is used to control the left traveling and boom of the machine, and its operation position and corresponding functions are shown in the following table. Fig.
Page 42 Chapter III Machine Operation Direction Function Forward Left wheel forwarding Backward Left wheel reversing Left Lifting of boom Right Lowering of boom 3.2.5.2 Right control handle: The right control handle is used to control the right traveling and bucket of the machine, and its operation position and corresponding functions are shown in the following table.
Page 43: Rear Window
Chapter III Machine Operation 3.2.6 Rear window 3.2.6.1 The rear window is an emergency exit for the operator. In case of an accident, when the conventional exit cannot be used, the operator can open the rear window as an emergency exit in following steps: 1.
Page 44: Throttle Control
Chapter III Machine Operation 3.2.7 Throttle control 3.2.7.1 There are hand throttle and foot throttle for the throttle control, as shown in Fig. 19. 1 Foot throttle 2 Hand throttle Fig. 19 Throttle Control 1. Hand operated throttle Push the hand throttle backward to increase the engine speed, and push the hand throttle forward to decrease the engine speed.
Page 45 Chapter III Machine Operation 3.2.9 Auxiliary hydraulic accessory control and foot throttle device Fig. 20 Auxiliary Hydraulic Accessory Control and Foot Throttle Device 3.2.9.1 Auxiliary hydraulic accessory control: The control pedal controls the flow direction of hydraulic oil flowing to the front accessory (hydraulic quick-change connector on the left boom). Whether the pedal is depressed to the left or right is determined by the hydraulic oil flow direction required for the accessory.
Page 46 Chapter III Machine Operation 3.2.10 Tilting of cab 1 Handle Fig. 21 Air Spring Unlocking Mechanism 3.2.10.1 When the cab is tilted up, the support air spring at the left side of the cab is automatically in the unlocking state. In this case, if you want to lower the cab, you must put the handle in the position shown in the figure, pull the cab down slowly and put the cab away.
Page 47 Chapter III Machine Operation Fig. 22 Flexible Shaft for Pressure Relief of Boom 3.2.11.1 When the boom is lifted, if the hydraulic system fails, the boom fails to be lowered to the originally lowest position by pushing the operating handle, while it can be lowered to the lowest position by pulling up the flexible shaft here and swinging the control handle at the same time.
Page 48: Main Technical Data For Normal Use
Chapter III Machine Operation 3.3 Main Technical Data for Normal Use 3.3.1 Engine 3.3.1.1 Circulating cooling water temperature (°C) 1. Suitable temperature of inlet water: 45 ~ 60 2. Suitable temperature of outlet water: 60 ~ 90 3. Maximum temperature of outlet water: 95 3.3.1.2 Engine oil temperature (°C) 1.
Page 49: Hydraulic Oil
3.4.2.1 In order to ensure that the diesel engine cooling system can work normally under different working conditions and in different environments, it is recommended to use the long-acting cooling water specially used by Michigan. 3.5 Pre-trip Check Each Day 3.5.1 Electrical and instrument parts of engine...
Page 50: Starting Engine
Chapter III Machine Operation 3.5.2.1 Check the volume of hydraulic working oil. 3.5.2.3 Check whether each control lever is flexible and placed in a neutral position. 3.5.2.4 Check whether tire pressure is normal. 3.5.3 Starting engine 3.5.3.1 Check whether indications of each instrument are normal. 3.5.3.2 Check working conditions of lighting equipment, indicator lights, horns, wipers and oil dipsticks.
Page 51: Start And Stop
Chapter III Machine Operation (2). After the preheating indicator light goes out, turn the electric key to the "Start" position, and the engine will start. (If the engine still cannot be started after 10s, please turn off the engine for 5~30s. Then repeat (1) and (2). ) 3.5.4 Inspection and maintenance after each shift 3.5.4.1 Check the fuel reserve.
Page 52: Operation Control
Chapter III Machine Operation 3.6.3.3 Please lower the boom to the ground before getting off the machine. 3.6.3.4 Pull out the key, lift the safety bar to lock the loading control lever, unfasten the seat belt, and leave the cab by using the armrest and pedal. 3.7 Operation Control 3.7.1 Preparations before operation 3.7.1.2 Clean the operation site, fill and level up pits, and use the shovel to remove obstacles that hinder the...
Page 53 Chapter III Machine Operation Fig. 21 Soil Shoveling Fig. 22 Transportation Warning: During soil shoveling, as the cutting edge of bucket and the bucket teeth may touch articles such as frozen soil or rock buried to the ground, please check and make marks in advance before operation. During operation, keep the bottom of the bucket level with the ground, avoid obstacles, and the speed shall not be too fast.
Page 54 Chapter III Machine Operation 3.7.2.2 When the loader works on a hillside or slope: Warning: It is very dangerous for the loader to work on a hillside. You shall pay attention to checking the situation on the ground, as the state of ground will become complicated due to rain, snow, ice, loose gravel or soft soil.
Page 55 Chapter III Machine Operation Fig. 24 Running Downhill When the Bucket is Fully Loaded 3.7.2.4 When the bucket is empty: 1. If the bucket is empty, you should drive the loader positively downhill, and reverse the loader uphill when the loader runs uphill (as shown in Fig. 25 and Fig. 26). Fig.
Page 56: Chapter Iv Maintenance Part
Chapter IV Maintenance Part Chapter IV Maintenance Part...
Page 57: Descriptions On Maintenance And Precautions Of Skid Steer Loader
Chapter IV Maintenance Part 4.1 Descriptions on Maintenance and Precautions of Skid Steer Loader 4.1.1 After the user picks up a new vehicle, he/she must perform new vehicle running-in at first. During running-in, refer to following regulations and pay attention to usage and maintenance.
Page 58 As products of different brands are still different in composition, mixing them may cause a chemical reaction and result in a failure. Therefore, it is recommended to use oil or fluid products dedicated or designated by Michigan. 4.1.6.5 Please ensure the cleanliness of fluid.
Page 59: Descriptions On Usage & Maintenance And Precautions Of Matching Battery Of Skid Steer Loader
Counterfeit products correspond to major faults and potential safety hazards, and a high price will be paid for selection of counterfeit products. 2. You can easily obtain oil or fluid products dedicated or designated by Michigan and genuine parts from Michigan Spare Part Co., Ltd. or franchised distribution service providers in different regions.
Page 60 Chapter IV Maintenance Part 4.3.1.2 The connecting part of pile head can be cleaned with the cloth or brush rather than water. Upon installation of the battery, the pile head and the connecting pin part can be applied with Vaseline, so as to protect the pile head.
Page 61: Chapter Iv Maintenance Part Charging Is Automatically Terminated
Chapter IV Maintenance Part charging is automatically terminated. 4.3.5 Precautions for charging 4.3.5.1 Fireworks are strictly prohibited during charging! The battery shall be charged in a well-ventilated environment away from open flames, and inflammable and explosive articles shall not be piled up around. 4.3.5.2 In case of battery overheating, peculiar (sour) smell, acid jetting, etc.
Page 62 Chapter IV Maintenance Part 4.4.1.1 Precautions for oil filling: 1. Clean the oil filling container and oil filling part, and be sure to replace the grease nipple if it is damaged. 4.4.1.2 Types and grades of lubricant (see Table 8) Table 8 Refueling quantity (L)
Page 63 Chapter IV Maintenance Part Pins and bushings in the working device. Normally, inject the grease under pressure to parts above every 50 h. Timely inject grease according to the working conditions. 4.4.1.4 The maintenance period specified in this Manual is determined by using the working hour chronometer or calendar.
Page 64 Chapter IV Maintenance Part In addition to 100h maintenance, following tasks shall be added: 1. Replace the antifreeze. 2. Replace the diesel oil and oil filter. 3. Check the tension of the chain and adjust the chain if necessary. Every 250 hours 4.
Page 65: Chapter V Descriptions On Lifting, Transportation And Fixation Of Skid Steer Loader
Chapter V Descriptions on Lifting, Transportation and Fixation of Skid Steer Loader Chapter V Descriptions on Lifting, Transportation and Fixation of Skid Steer Loader...
Page 66: Lifting And Transportation Of Skid Steer Loader
Chapter V Descriptions on Lifting, Transportation and Fixation of Skid Steer Loader 5.1 Lifting and Transportation of Skid Steer Loader 5.1.1 When the skid steer loader needs to be lifted, the lifting hooks can be used for hooking the lifting lugs reserved on the vehicle body. Before lifting, please adjust the lengths of the lifting ropes to keep the whole vehicle basically level.
Page 67 Chapter V Descriptions on Lifting, Transportation and Fixation of Skid Steer Loader 5.1.4 Note: Before loading, it is necessary to check whether the truck or trailer meets the safety requirements. Park the trailer or truck on the horizontal ground to ensure that the trailer, truck and loading/unloading platform have enough bearing capacity to support the machine.
Page 68 Chapter V Descriptions on Lifting, Transportation and Fixation of Skid Steer Loader 5.1.6 After driving the machine onto the transport vehicle, in order to ensure the safety during transport, the following steps must be taken to protect the machine. It is as shown in the following figure.
Page 69: Chapter Vi Common Faults And Troubleshooting
Chapter VI Common Faults and Troubleshooting Chapter VI Common Faults and Troubleshooting...
Page 70: Common Faults Troubleshooting
Chapter VI Common Faults and Troubleshooting 6.1 Common Faults Troubleshooting 6.1.1 During the use of the machine, some troubleshooting methods are shown in the following table (Table 10). Table 10 Causes Troubleshooting Fault Electrical system When the engine is running, the voltage Alternator fault Replace value flashes even at...
Page 71 Chapter VI Common Faults and Troubleshooting The oil pressure Low oil level Fill oil warning light is still on Blocked oil filter Replace the filter when the engine is The oil is not suitable for Replace the surrounding environment. running at high speed. Low coolant level Fill in coolant Radiator leakage...
Page 72 Chapter VI Common Faults and Troubleshooting The parking brake light is normally on. Low oil level Fill oil Existence of foam Use propulsion oil. The machine moves Oil suction pipe is too Check and eliminate leakage. slowly (accompanied by small. Replace abnormal sound).
Page 73: Reasons For Battery Being Undervoltage
Chapter VI Common Faults and Troubleshooting Sealing washer damaged Replace Oil leaks from the High pump casing pressure Discharge blocked or damaged engine drive shaft or Diverter valve pressure set pipelines pump. too high Check and repair Miscellaneous Fuel being run out Add fuel and exhaust before Fuel being run out starting the engine again.
Page 74: Chapter Vi Common Faults And Troubleshooting The Storage Battery After Finding Out The Cause
Chapter VI Common Faults and Troubleshooting the storage battery after finding out the cause. 6.3.2 The battery with broken terminal posts cannot be recharged. Replace the storage battery after finding out the cause. 6.3.3 If the electric eye shows a white battery, first rule out whether the fault is caused by the green ball stuck in the electric eye, and this fault can be removed by shaking the battery gently;...
Page 75: Reference Table Of Densities Of Common Materials
Reference Table of Densities of Common Materials Reference Table of Densities of Common Materials Material name Specific Classification Reference Unit Weight, Kg/m Remarks Fine sticky dry soil 1250 Caking dry soil 1520 Powdery dry soil 1550 Common soil Wet soil 1725 Muddy soil 1730...