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Takeuchi TB125 Operator's Manual

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Compact Excavator
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Serial No.
¡TB125: 12514526~
¡TB135: 13514051~
¡TB145: 14513261~
Book No. AG4E029
OPERA
TB125
TB135
TB145
TOR'S MANUAL
WARNING
Read and understand these instructions.
Failure to do so can cause injury or death.

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  • Page 1 TB125 Compact Excavator TB135 TB145 Serial No. ¡TB125: 12514526~ ¡TB135: 13514051~ ¡TB145: 14513261~ Book No. AG4E029 OPERA TOR’S MANUAL WARNING Read and understand these instructions. Failure to do so can cause injury or death.
  • Page 2 Always store this manual near at hand preferably on the machine itself. If it should be lost or damaged, immediately order a new one from your Takeuchi dealer. When transferring ownership of this machine, be sure to provide this manual to the next owner.
  • Page 3 It is your responsibility to observe all pertinent laws and regulations and to follow the manufacturer’s instructions on machine operation, inspection and maintenance. Virtually all accidents occur as the result of a failure to observe basic safety rules and precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing potentially hazardous situations beforehand.

  • Page 4: Serial Numbers

    If you have any questions about the machine, please contact a Takeuchi sales or service outlet. Serial numbers Manual storage compartment Check the serial numbers of the machine and...

  • Page 5: Machine Description

    MACHINE DESCRIPTlON Front, rear, Ieft and right FRONT This manual refers the front, rear, left and right of the machine as seen when sitting in the operator’s seat with the dozer blade visible to the front. Dozer blade Designated operations LEFT RIGHT Use this machine primarily for the following...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction ........2 Machine Description ...... 3 Safety ..........7 Controls .........35 Operation ........59 Transport ........87 Maintenance ........91 Troubleshooting ......135 Specifications ......147 Options ........193 Index ..........257...

  • Page 9: Safety

    SAFETY General Precautions ........8 Preparing Precautions ....... 12 Starting Precautions ........14 Operating Precautions ....... 16 Stopping Precautions ........ 23 Transporting Precautions ......24 Maintenance Precautions ......25 Safety Signs (Decals) ......... 32...

  • Page 10: Safety

    SAFETY General Precautions ¡ Use hearing protection when operating the Observe all safety rules machine. Loud prolonged noise can cause hearing impairments, even the total loss ¡ Operation, inspection and maintenance of of hearing. this machine must be performed only by a trained and qualified person.

  • Page 11: General Precautions

    SAFETY General Precautions Be sure to lock the safety lock Use a signal person and flagman lever before leaving the operator’s seat Know and use the hand signals required for particular jobs and make sure who has the ¡ Before leaving the operator’s seat, set the responsibility for signaling.

  • Page 12: Exhaust Fumes From The Engine Can Kill

    SAFETY General Precautions Exhaust fumes from the engine Avoid fire and explosion hazards can kill Keep flames away from fuel, hydraulic fluid, ¡ Do not operate the engine in an enclosed oil, grease and antifreeze. Fuel is particularly area without adequate ventilation. flammable and dangerous.
  • Page 13 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 of a non- approved attachment.

  • Page 14: Preparing Precautions

    SAFETY Preparing Precautions Know the working area Always keep the machine clean Before starting operation, know the working area to ensure safety. ¡ Check the topography and ground condition of the working area, or the structure of the building when working indoors, and take the necessary safety measures in dangerous spots.

  • Page 15: Preparing Precautions

    SAFETY Preparing Precautions Perform inspection and maintenance daily Failure to notice or repair machine irregularities or damage can lead to accidents. ¡ Before operating, perform the prescribed inspections and make repairs immediately should any irregularities be found. ¡ If a failure that causes loss of control such as steering, service brakes or engine occurs, stop the machine motion as quickly as possible, follow the shutdown...

  • Page 16: Starting Precautions

    SAFETY Starting Precautions ¡ Check for any “DO NOT OPERATE” tags Maintain three point contact or similar warning notices on the cab door, when mounting and dismounting controls or starter switch. ¡Sound horn to alert everyone around the ¡ Do not jump on or off the machine. Never machine.

  • Page 17: Starting Precautions

    SAFETY Starting Precautions Starting with jumper cables In cold weather ¡ Be careful of slippery conditions on Use jumper cables only in the recommended manner. Improper use of jumper cables can freezing ground, steps and hand holds. ¡ In severe cold weather, do not touch any result in battery explosion or unexpected machine motion.

  • Page 18: Operating Precautions

    SAFETY Operating Precautions Check for safety in the Ensure good visibility surrounding area before starting ¡ When working in dark places, turn on the machine’s working lights and headlights and/or provide extra stationary lighting if necessary. ¡ When visibility is poor due to severe weather (fog, snow or rain), stop operating the machine and wait until conditions improves.

  • Page 19: Operating Precautions

    SAFETY Operating Precautions ¡ < TB125 : Serial No. 12514526 ~ > Check the position of the < TB135 : Serial No. 13516745 ~ > undercarriage (tracks) before < TB145 : Serial No. 14515346 ~ > traveling When a load greater than a set value is...
  • Page 20 SAFETY Operating Precautions Cautions on traveling on slopes When traveling on slopes or grades, be careful that the machine does not tip (roll) over or slide. ¡ Never exceed the machine’s stability capabilities (maximum gradeability - 30°, lateral tipping angle - 15°). Also note that when actual working area conditions are ¡...

  • Page 21: Insure Driver Safety Before Loading Trucks

    SAFETY Operating Precautions ¡ Maintain the maximum possible distance Insure driver safety before from power lines and never violate the loading trucks minimum clearance. ¡ Always contact the nearest electric utility and determine jointly what specific precautions must be taken to insure safety. ¡...

  • Page 22: Operating On Slopes Is Dangerous

    SAFETY Operating Precautions • The ground is also unstable on banks Watch out for hazardous working and near dugout trenches. conditions Operating on slopes is dangerous When operating on slopes or grades, slewing ¡ Never undercut a high bank. Be (swinging) or operating working equipment particularly alert for the possibility of a may cause the machine to lose stability and...

  • Page 23: Never Slew (Swing) Sideways With Excessive Weights

    SAFETY Operating Precautions Never slew (swing) sideways with Excavators are not designed for excessive weights lifting loads The machine can tip over more easily in the The machine is specifically designed for lateral direction than in the longitudinal excavation work and has no safety devices direction.

  • Page 24: Cautions On Towing

    SAFETY Operating Precautions Danger of flying objects Cautions on Towing This machine is not equipped with protective guards to protect the operator from flying objects. Do not use the machine in places where there are risks of the operator being hit by flying objects.

  • Page 25: Stopping Precautions

    SAFETY Stopping Precautions Park safely E3A4901 ¡ Park the machine on firm, level ground and apply the parking device. ¡ When parking on streets, use barriers, caution signs, lights, etc., so that the machine can easily be seen even at night to avoid collision with other vehicles.

  • Page 26: Transporting Precautions

    SAFETY Transporting Precautions Load and unload the machine Transport the machine safely safely ¡ Know and follow the safety rules, vehicle code and traffic laws when transporting the machine. ¡ Consider the length, width, height and Fasten to the suspension fitting weight of the truck with the machine Ramp loaded on it when determining the best...
  • Page 27 SAFETY Maintenance Precautions Attach a “DO NOT OPERATE” tag Anti-explosive lighting Severe injury could result if an unauthorized person should start the engine or touch controls during inspection or maintenance. ¡ Stop the engine and remove the key before performing maintenance. ¡...

  • Page 28: Maintenance Precautions

    SAFETY Maintenance Precautions Stop the engine before Prepare the work area performing maintenance ¡ Select a firm, level work area. Make sure ¡ Avoid lubrication or mechanical there is adequate light and, if indoors, adjustments with the machine in motion ventilation.
  • Page 29 SAFETY Maintenance Precautions Securely block the machine or Secure the engine hood or cover any component that may fall when opened Be sure to secure the engine hood or cover when opening it. Do not open the engine hood or cover on slopes or in strong wind. Cautions on tilting up the platform ¡...

  • Page 30: Handling Of Hoses

    SAFETY Maintenance Precautions Use caution when fueling Handling of hoses Fuel, oil or hydraulic fluid leaks can cause a fire. ¡ Do not twist, bend or hit the hoses. ¡ Never use twisted, bent or cracked hoses, tubes and pipes. They may burst. ¡...

  • Page 31: Be Careful With Hot Cooling Systems

    Do not remove the radiator cap or drain plugs (For TB125/TB135: When equipped with when the coolant is hot. Stop the engine, let accumulator) ¡ When removing plugs or screws or the engine and radiator cool and loosen the radiator cap or drain plugs slowly.
  • Page 32 SAFETY Maintenance Precautions ¡ Always unfasten the negative (–) battery Disconnect the battery cable first when disconnecting the battery cable. Always connect the negative (–) battery cable last when fastening the battery cable. ¡ Loose battery terminals may result in sparks.

  • Page 33: Checks After Maintenance

    Have a Takeuchi service agent repair welding cracks or other damage Ask a Takeuchi service agent to repair any welding problems which are detected. If not feasible, make sure the welding is done by a qualified person in a properly equipped...
  • Page 34 SAFETY Safety Signs (Decals) The following safety signs (decals) have been placed on your machine in the areas indicated. They are intended for the personal safety of you, and those working with you. Please take this manual, walk around your machine and note the content and location of these safety signs.

  • Page 35: Safety Signs (Decals)

    SAFETY Safety Signs (Decals) 1. No.03593-06500 5. No.05693-21980 WARNING WARNING DO NOT enter into Engine may be HOT swinging area 05693-21980 2. No.03593-07400 6. No.03593-47010 CAUTION WARNING THIS EXCAVATOR STOP ENGINE MUST NOT BE USED BEFORE OPENING AS A CRANE 03593-07400 03593-47010 3.
  • Page 36 13. Noise Outside the Cab This value indicates the noise level outside the machine and refers to the noise perceived by the persons who are in the vicinity of the work area. <TB135> <TB125> No.03593-54028 Seiral No.13516745 ~ No.03793-37027 <TB145> Serial No. 14515346 ~...

  • Page 37: Controls

    CONTROLS Names of Components ......36 Doors and Covers ........38 Seat and Seat Belt ........43 Instrument Panel ........45 Switches ............. 47 Levers and Pedals ........49 Accessories ..........51...

  • Page 38: Names Of Components

    CONTROLS Names of Components G4B001 Upperstructure Undercarriage Working equipment 1. Cab 6. Crawler belt 11. Bucket 2. Seat 7. Idler 12. Bucket cylinder 3. Engine hood 8. Track roller 13. Arm 4. Fuel tank 9. Carrier roller 14. Arm cylinder 5.

  • Page 39: Names Of Components

    CONTROLS Names of Components G4B002 1. Instrument panel 10. Left operating lever 2. Starter switch 11. Right operating lever 3. Light switch 12. Pedal lock 4. Horn switch 13. Boom swing pedal 5. Travel speed switch 14. Travel lever 6. Wiper switch (Cab) 15.

  • Page 40: Doors And Covers

    CONTROLS Doors and Covers Lock and unlock Starter Key C4C001 E4B003 1. Insert the starter key and turn it. The starter key is used not only to start and Opening stop the engine, but also to lock and unlock 1. Pull the knob (1) towards you and open the cab door, engine hood, fuel cap, manual the door.

  • Page 41: Doors And Covers

    CONTROLS Doors and Covers 5. Once the window frame is against the Front Window (Cab) stopper, move the lock pins (1) to the outside to lock front window. WARNING Closing ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Grasp the handles firmly with both hands when opening and closing the WARNING front window.
  • Page 42 CONTROLS Doors and Covers Lower Front Window (Cab) Side Window (Cab) Removing C4C007 C4C005 1. Grasp the catch (7), unlock it and open 1. Open the front window and stow it in the the side window. ceiling. 2. To close the side window, close it until a 2.

  • Page 43: Front Cover (Tool Box)

    CONTROLS Doors and Covers Front Cover (Tool Box) CAUTION ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ When opening the front cover, open it firmly to the stopped position. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ When opening and closing the front cover, be careful not to get your hands or other parts of your body caught.
  • Page 44 CONTROLS Doors and Covers Engine Hood Fuel Filler Cap WARNING WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not smoke or permit open flames Before opening the engine hood, be sure to stop the engine. If your hands or tools while fueling or near fueling should get caught in the fan or fan belt operations.

  • Page 45: Seat And Seat Belt

    CONTROLS Seat and Seat Belt (B) Fore-and-aft adjustment Seat 1. Pull on lever (2) and slide the seat backward or forward to bring it to the optimum position WARNING for operating the machine. 2. Release the lever (2) at the desired Adjust, secure and latch the operator’s position and the seat will be locked there.

  • Page 46: Seat And Seat Belt

    CONTROLS Seat and Seat Belt Seat Belt CAUTION Always fasten the seat belt securely before starting the engine. Fastening the seat belt 1. Adjust the seat to the optimum position for operating, raise your torso, and sit back firmly into the seat. 2.

  • Page 47: Instrument Panel

    CONTROLS Instrument Panel G4B008 4. Battery Charge Warning Lamp Warning Lamps This lamp flashes and an alarm is sounded if a IMPORTANT: If a warning lamp flashes problem arises in the and an alarm is sounded, stop all C4B030 charging system while the operations immediately and inspect and engine is running.

  • Page 48: Instrument Panel

    CONTROLS Instrument Panel Meters 9. Hour Meter This displays the total engine running time in hours. The rightmost digit indicates G4B012 tenths of hours (6 minutes). Set the inspection and maintenance intervals according to the time displayed on the hour meter.

  • Page 49: Switches

    CONTROLS Switches Starter Switch Decel. Switch WARNING PREHEAT Set the operating and travel levers to START neutral before operating the decel. switch. The machine’s operating speed will change abruptly if the switch is operated while the levers are engaged. E4B010 IMPORTANT: Do not repeatedly switch the key from OFF to ON and ON to OFF over a short period.

  • Page 50: Auxiliary Hydraulic Switches

    IMPORTANT: If no washer fluid is WARNING discharged, do not operate the washer. Doing so may damage the pump. < TB125: Serial No. 12514526 ~ > IMPORTANT: Operating the wiper with no < TB135: Serial No. 13516745 ~ > moisture on the windshield will scratch <...

  • Page 51: Levers And Pedals

    CONTROLS Levers and Pedals Safety Lock Lever Throttle Lever WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Before leaving the operator’s seat, raise the safety lock lever to engage the lock and stop the engine. If any controls should be touched accidentally when the safety lock lever is lowered, the machine will move C4B021 suddenly, and cause serious injury or...

  • Page 52: Levers And Pedals

    CONTROLS Levers and Pedals Blade Lever Pedal Lock WARNING When not using the pedal, set the pedal lock to the locked position. Stepping on a pedal accidentally when it is not locked may lead to unexpected accidents. C4B023 Use this lever to operate the dozer blade. (A) ..

  • Page 53: Accessories

    CONTROLS Accessories Ventilation/Circulation Switch Heater (Cab) WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Always be sure to allow sufficient ventilation. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not place combustible or explosive objects near the air outlets. G4B023 Fan Switch (C) ..Full ventilation (D) ..

  • Page 54: Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines

    CONTROLS Accessorieas a. Start and run the engine at low idle with Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines no load for 10 minutes. b. With the engine running at low idle WARNING operate the auxiliary hydraulic switches repeatedly (approx. 10 times) to purge Oil may spurt out if caps or filters are air from the hydraulic lines.
  • Page 55 CONTROLS Accessories 2. Stop the engine and open the selector External Power Sockets (for EU) valve (1) on the machine body. (The residual pressure is released from IMPORTANT: Only use applicable electric the (b) port line.) products with these sockets. When equipped with accumulator (option): Refer to page 232 “Accumulator”.

  • Page 56: Cigarette Lighter (Cab)

    CONTROLS Accessories Cigarette Lighter (Cab) Ashtray (Cab) WARNING WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not leave the cigarette lighter’s ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Be sure to extinguish cigarettes and knob pressed in. Doing so heats up the matches completely before putting lighter, and could be dangerous.

  • Page 57: Radio (Cab Type)

    CONTROLS Accessories Radio (Cab Type) Operating precautions ¡ To ensure safe operation of the machine, always be sure to keep the volume of the radio down to a level where you can easily hear sounds from outside the machine. ¡ Do not keep the radio playing for long periods of time with the engine stopped. Doing so will drain the battery of its charge and make it difficult or impossible to restart the engine.
  • Page 58 CONTROLS Accessories (4) Program indicators (8) Fast-forward / rewind / program Indicates tape direction. When s lamp is on. changeover button Upper side of a tape is playback, t indicates playback of lower side. Fast-forward (5) Display MTL LOUD ST MTL LOUD ST L2C003 Fast-rewind / Stop...
  • Page 59 CONTROLS Accessories (12) Band select switch Pressing the “BAND” button changes over between FM1, FM2 and AM (MW) bands. The display indicates the receiving band name and frequency. (13) Metal switch Press the “MTL” (5) button before playing a C4C022 metal or CrO tape.
  • Page 60 CONTROLS Accessories (15) DISP (Time/Frequency) button This system is equipped with a clock which can show the accurate time. Even if the radio is off, the clock still shows the time. (16) PS/AS switch Pushing this button for 2 seconds down will automatically operates to show the memorized station from 1 to 6.

  • Page 61: Operation

    OPERATION Before Starting Operation ......60 Starting and Stopping the Engine ..... 61 Machine Operation ........64 Operating Procedures ....... 74 Parking the Machine ........82 Handling in Cold Weather ......83 Handling Rubber Crawlers ......84...

  • Page 62: Before Starting Operation

    OPERATION Before Starting Operation Mounting and Dismounting Walk-Around Inspection Perform the walk-around inspections before WARNING starting the engine the first time that day. Perform the inspections as described under ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not jump on or off the machine. “Maintenance - Walk-Around Inspection”...

  • Page 63: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    ¡ Check the fuel level. If a lamp does not light or the alarm is not sounded, the bulb may be burnt out or a wire may be damaged. Contact a Takeuchi sales or service outlet for repairs. C4D006 4. Check that all the levers and pedals are in the neutral position.

  • Page 64: Starting The Engine

    OPERATION Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting in Cold Weather Starting the Engine WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Clear the area of all persons. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Sound horn to alert everyone around the machine. IMPORTANT: Do not run the starter motor C4D003 for more than 15 consecutive seconds.
  • Page 65 OPERATION Starting and Stopping the Engine Warming Up the Engine Stopping the Engine IMPORTANT: Avoid racing the engine IMPORTANT: Do not stop the engine until it is warmed up. suddenly when operating with heavy Do not warm up the engine for long loads or at maximum speed.

  • Page 66: Machine Operation

    OPERATION Machine Operation Lever Pattern (ISO Pattern) WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Be careful to check which pattern of lever control arrangement you are operating with before beginning operations. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ The explanations in this manual are for the ISO pattern. 〈...
  • Page 67 OPERATION Machine Operation Lever Pattern (JCB Pattern) WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Be careful to check which pattern of lever control arrangement you are operating with before beginning operations. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ The explanations in this manual are for the ISO pattern. 〈...
  • Page 68 OPERATION Machine Operation Warming Up the Machine (Hydraulic Oil) WARNING Operating the working equipment without warming up the machine (hydraulic oil) is dangerous, as response will be slow C4D007 and the equipment may move in 2. Set the safety lock lever to the released unexpected ways.

  • Page 69: Inspection After Warm-Up

    OPERATION Machine Operation Inspection After Warm-up After warming up the engine and hydraulic oil, perform the checks and inspections described below, and repair if there is a problem. 5. Travel slowly forward and backward several times. Warming Up in Cold Weather 1.

  • Page 70: Operating The Travel Levers

    OPERATION Machine Operation Operating the Travel Levers WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Never allow anyone to enter the slew (swing) radius and machine path. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Signal your intention to move by sounding the horn. C4D007 ¡...
  • Page 71 To turn to the right, operate the left lever in Traveling in 2nd (High) Speed the same way. WARNING < TB125: Serial No. 12514526 ~ > < TB135: Serial No. 13516745 ~ > Neutral < TB145: Serial No. 14515346 ~ >...
  • Page 72 OPERATION Machine Operation Spin Turn Stopping Travel WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Park the machine on firm, level ground Neutral and apply the parking device. If you must park on a slope or incline, block the machine securely to prevent movement.
  • Page 73 OPERATION Machine Operation Slewing Operating the Working Equipment WARNING WARNING Check the surrounding area for safety ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Be careful to check which pattern of before slewing. lever control arrangement you are operating with before beginning operations. ¡...
  • Page 74 OPERATION Machine Operation Operating the Arm Operating the Boom Swing E4D023 C4D008 a To contract the arm: a To swing left: Tilt the left operating lever backward. Press the left side of the pedal. e To extend the arm: e To swing right: Tilt the left operating lever forward.

  • Page 75: Operating The Auxiliary Hydraulics

    OPERATION Machine Operation Operating the Auxiliary Hydraulics Use this to operate a breaker, crusher or other attachment. G4B016 G4D0031 O : Open S : Closed When the switch (A) or (B) is pressed, hydraulic oil is delivered to the auxiliary hose’s ports (a) or (b).

  • Page 76: Operating Procedures

    OPERATION Operating Procedures Be Gentle on the Hydraulic Cylinders Prohibited Operations WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not operate on base rock (hard or soft). ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not slew (swing) while traveling. If you must operate the hoe attachment while traveling, operate at speeds slow E4D031 enough so you have complete control...
  • Page 77 OPERATION Operating Procedures Do not Perform Operations Using the Caution on Exposing the Dozer Blade to Machine’s Dropping Force Shocks E4D040 Hitting the dozer blade against rocks, etc., could damage the dozer blade or the blade cylinder. Caution on Folding the Hoe Attachment E4D033 Putting excessive strain on the machine will shorten its service life.
  • Page 78 OPERATION Operating Procedures Pay Attention to the Dozer Blade when Cautions on Operating Digging Cautions on Traveling E4D0431 E4A040 When digging deeply with the dozer blade positioned at the front, be careful that the Traveling over obstacles (rocks, stumps, etc.) boom cylinder and bucket do not hit the dozer may subject the body to strong shocks and blade.
  • Page 79 If the slew bearing sideways even on very gentle slopes. or main body should get submerged, Make sure the machine never faces contact a Takeuchi sales or service outlet sideways with respect to the slope. for inspection.
  • Page 80 OPERATION Operating Procedures Traveling Posture Braking when traveling down slopes Traveling up slopes Braking E4D045E When traveling down slopes, the brakes are When traveling up slopes at an angle of 15° applied automatically when the travel levers or greater, travel in the posture shown in the are returned to the neutral position.
  • Page 81 OPERATION Operating Procedures Do not open the door while traveling on Getting Out of Mud slopes If the machine gets stuck in mud, use the procedure below to get it out. If one crawler is stuck E4D048 Opening the door while traveling on slopes is dangerous, as the force required to open and close the door changes abruptly.
  • Page 82 OPERATION Operating Procedures Digging Side Ditches Operations Possible with this Machine Excavating 80 ~120 C4D015 Use the boom swing function to dig side ditches as shown in the diagram. E4D0501 Loading 1. Set the dozer blade on the side opposite the side you want to dig on.
  • Page 83 OPERATION Operating Procedures Leveling E4D053 1. Bring the hoe attachment close to the body. 2. Gradually remove the dirt from the side of the mound. 3. Once the mound is low, remove the dirt from the top. If the load on the body is too heavy, adjust by raising or lowering the dozer blade.

  • Page 84: Parking The Machine

    ¡ Front cover ground. 4. Set the safety lock lever to the lock position. 5. Stop the engine and remove the key. Refer to page 63 “Stopping the Engine”. <TB125 / TB135> When equipped with accumulator (option): Refer to page 232 “Accumulator”.

  • Page 85: Handling In Cold Weather

    Inspect the battery. If the charge is low, After Cold Weather is Over contact a Takeuchi sales or service outlet to have the battery charged. Perform the following after cold weather is Refer to page 113 “Inspecting the Battery over: Fluid Level and Replenishing”.

  • Page 86: Handling Rubber Crawlers

    OPERATION Handling Rubber Crawlers Rubber crawlers have an inherent weakness due to their use of rubber. Be sure to heed the prohibitions and cautions below so as to prevent damage to the crawlers and crawler slippage. Prohibited Actions E4D057 Do not travel or operate the machine in the ¡...
  • Page 87 OPERATION Handling Rubber Crawlers ¡ When storing the rubber crawlers for long Cautions periods of time (3 months or more), do so indoors in a place not exposed to direct Heed the following cautions when operating sunlight or rain. the machine: L4D013 ¡...
  • Page 88 OPERATION Handling Rubber Crawlers ¡ When climbing in reverse, do not change course at the point where the slope starts. ¡ Do not change directions when the crawler belts are slack as shown in the diagram. ¡ Avoid traveling with one crawler on a slope or projecting object and the other crawler on a flat surface (with the machine at a tilt of 10°...

  • Page 89: Transport

    TRANSPORT Loading and Unloading ......88 Securing the Machine ........ 89 Cautions on Transporting ......90...

  • Page 90: Transport

    TRANSPORT Loading and Unloading 1. Apply the truck’s parking brake and place WARNING stoppers against its tires. 2. Fasten the ramps securely to the truck bed The machine may roll or tip over or fall so that they will not come off. Set the while loading or unloading it.

  • Page 91: Securing The Machine

    TRANSPORT Securing the Machine After loading the machine in the designated position, secure it as described below. Transporting Posture Padding Wire rope E4F002 1. Lower the dozer blade. 2. Fully extend the bucket and arm cylinders, then lower the boom. 3.

  • Page 92: Cautions On Transporting

    TRANSPORT Cautions on Transporting WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Know and follow the safety rules, vehicle code and traffic laws when transporting the machine. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Consider the length, width, height and weight of the truck with the machine loaded on it when determining the best route.

  • Page 93: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE General ............92 Service Data ..........94 Important Parts .......... 98 Maintenance Chart ........99 Walk-Around Inspection ......101 Daily Inspection (Every 10 Hours) ... 103 After First 50 Hours (New Machines Only) ......108 Every 50 Hours ......... 111 Every 100 Hours ........

  • Page 94: General

    Have inspection and maintenance as recommended in this manual. procedures not prescribed in this manual performed by a Takeuchi sales or service The inspection and maintenance items are outlet. divided according to the machine’s total operating time (inspection and maintenance Always keep the machine clean.
  • Page 95 If the sealing grooves of the surface serviced parts. ¡ Operate all the operating levers and check of contact are damaged, consult a Takeuchi sales or service outlet. that the machine is operating properly. Seals and split pins Cautions on handling of battery cables ¡Replace removed seals and split pins with...

  • Page 96: Service Data

    ° Type Part -22 -4 14 32 50 68 86 104 (US. qt.) interval ° -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 Upper limit: TB125:3.6(3.8) TB135:4.7(5.0) Diesel SAE 5W-20 Engine TB145:7.4(7.8) After first 50 hrs. engine oil SAE 10W-30 oil pan Every 250 hrs.
  • Page 97 Replace expendables such as filters and elements periodically, referring to the table below. Item Part name Replacement interval Part No. Hydraulic oil return Element TB125 · TB135 After first 50 hrs. filter 15511-03300 Every 500 hrs. TB145 15511-02600 Fuel filter...
  • Page 98 16900-01922 19-22 18 Hex. wrench 16906-01000 10mm Spanner 16900-02427 24-27 19 Hex. wrench 16906-01400 14mm 16910-60600 TB125 / TB135 Spanner 16901-00013 20 Grease gun 16910-60610 TB145 10 Spanner 16901-00041 21 Tool case 16914-00001 15545-12600 TB125 / TB135 11 Spanner 16909-00026...

  • Page 99: Tightening Torques

    ¡ Tightening torques when mounting plastic covers differ from the values on the table below. Consult a Takeuchi sales or service outlet. Tightening too strongly will break the cover. ¡ When replacing nuts and bolts, replace them with nuts and bolts of the same size and standards.

  • Page 100: Important Parts

    If a hose clamp is deformed or cracked, replace it immediately. When replacing the important parts, please contact a Takeuchi sales or service outlet . Also check the hydraulic hoses other than the above important parts. If any abnormality is found in them, retighten them or replace them immediately.

  • Page 101: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTENANCE Maintenance Chart See page Maintenance Items Walk-Around Inspection Inspecting by opening the engine hood and covers Inspecting by walking around the machine Inspecting while sitting in the operator’s seat Daily Inspection (Every 10 Hours) Inspecting and replenishing the coolant Inspecting and replenishing the engine oil Inspecting the water separator Inspecting the fuel level...
  • Page 102 MAINTENANCE Maintenance Chart Maintenance Items See page Every 250 Hours Replacing the engine oil and oil filter Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt Cleaning the air cleaner Cleaning the radiator fins and oil cooler fins Every 500 Hours Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter Replacing the fuel filter Every 1000 Hours Cleaning the engine cooling system...

  • Page 103: Walk-Around Inspection

    MAINTENANCE Walk-Around Inspection Perform the following inspections once every day before starting the engine the first time. WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Before operating, perform the walk-around inspections and make repairs immediately should any irregularities be found. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Be sure to secure the engine hood or cover when opening it. Do not open the engine hood or cover on slopes or in strong wind.
  • Page 104 MAINTENANCE Walk-Around Inspection Inspecting by Walking Around Inspecting While Sitting in the the Machine Operator’s Seat 4. Check lights for dirt, damage and burnt 13. Check the windshield for dirt or damage. out bulbs. 14. Check the seat and seat belt for dirt or 5.

  • Page 105: Daily Inspection (Every 10 Hours)

    MAINTENANCE Daily Inspection (Every 10 Hours) Perform the following inspections once every day before starting the engine the first time. WARNING ¡ Before operating, perform the Daily inspections and make repairs immediately should any irregularities be found. ¡ Be sure to secure the engine hood or cover when opening it. Do not open the engine hood or cover on slopes or in strong wind.

  • Page 106: Inspecting And Replenishing The Engine Oil

    MAINTENANCE Daily Inspection (Every 10 Hours) Inspecting and Replenishing Inspecting the Water Separator the Engine Oil WARNING WARNING Stop the engine and allow the machine Stop the engine and allow the machine to cool down before performing to cool down before performing inspection and maintenance.

  • Page 107: Inspecting The Fuel Level

    MAINTENANCE Daily Inspection (Every 10 Hours) Inspecting the Hydraulic Oil Level Inspecting the Fuel Level and Replenishing WARNING WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not smoke or permit open flames Oil may spurt out if caps or filters are while fueling or near fueling removed or pipes disconnected before operations.

  • Page 108: Replenishing

    MAINTENANCE Daily Inspection (Every 10 Hours) Replenishing Pressurizing the hydraulic tank 1. Start the engine and run it at low speed. 2. With the vent plug (1) removed, set the safety lock lever to the released position. ¡ Hydraulic tank pressurization posture G4G009 1.

  • Page 109: Lubricating The Working Equipment

    MAINTENANCE Daily Inspection (Every 10 Hours) Lubricating the Working Equipment 1. Set the machine to the lubrication posture shown in the diagram above, ground the working equipment, then stop the engine. 2. Use the grease gun to lubricate the grease nipples. 3.

  • Page 110: After First 50 Hours

    MAINTENANCE After First 50 Hours (New Machines Only) Replacing the Hydraulic Oil Return Filter WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Stop the engine and allow the machine to cool down before performing maintenance. G4G009 • The engine, hydraulic lines and many 1.

  • Page 111: Replacing The Engine Oil And Oil Filter

    (The oil comes out when the screw is tightened.) 3. Remove connector (B) and install cap (A). IMPORTANT: Check the spent oil. If it contains large amounts of metal powder, consult a Takeuchi sales or service outlet.
  • Page 112 MAINTENANCE After First 50 Hours (New Machines Only) Adjustment Inspecting and Adjusting the Fan Belt WARNING Stop the engine and allow the machine to cool down before performing inspection and maintenance. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ The engine, muffler, radiator, hydraulic lines, sliding parts and many other 1.

  • Page 113: Every 50 Hours

    The gap (A or B) should be within the following range: (A) Rubber crawler: • TB125: 77 to 87 mm (3.0 to 3.4 in.) • TB135: 77 to 87 mm (3.0 to 3.4 in.) • TB145: 108 to 118 mm (4.3 to 4.7 in.)
  • Page 114 3. Inspect the crawler tension. G4G014 Decreasing the tension 1. Stop the engine with the machine in the posture shown on the diagram above. TB125 135 TB145 D5G026 1. Remove the cover (1). G4G015 2. Using the Spanner, slowly loosen the 2.
  • Page 115 MAINTENANCE Every 50 Hours Inspecting the Battery Fluid Level and Replenishing DANGER ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not use the battery when the fluid level is below the lower level. Doing so will hasten the deterioration of the D5G023 internal portions of the battery and 2.

  • Page 116: Draining The Fuel Tank

    MAINTENANCE Every 50 Hours Replenishing Draining the Fuel Tank When adding distilled water, do so before starting operations in order to prevent WARNING freezing. 1. Remove the caps (2), and add distilled ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not smoke or permit open flames water until the upper level (H).

  • Page 117: Every 100 Hours

    MAINTENANCE Every 100 Hours Cleaning the Water Separator WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not smoke or permit open flames while handling fuel or working on the fuel system. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Stop the engine in a well-ventilated place and allow it to cool down before performing maintenance.

  • Page 118: After First 100 To 250 Hours (New Machines Only)

    (2). than the specified time. 7. Tighten plugs (2) and (3). <TB125> E5G001 1. Set the travel motor so that plug (2) is at the very bottom.

  • Page 119: Every 250 Hours

    MAINTENANCE Every 250 Hours 1. Open the engine hood. Replacing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter Refer to page 109 “Replacing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter”. Inspecting and Adjusting the Fan Belt Refer to page 110 “Inspecting and Adjusting G4G019 the Fan Belt”.

  • Page 120: Cleaning The Radiator Fins And Oil Cooler Fins

    MAINTENANCE Every 250 Hours Cleaning the Radiator Fins and Oil Cooler Fins WARNING Wear required appropriate equipment such as safety glasses and filter mask when using compressed air, as metal E4G034 fragments or other objects can fly and 8. Light up the inside of the element (3) with cause serious personal injury.

  • Page 121: Every 500 Hours

    MAINTENANCE Every 500 Hours Replacing the Hydraulic Oil Replacing the Fuel Filter Return Filter WARNING Refer to page 108 “Replacing the Hydraulic Oil Return Filter”. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not smoke or permit open flames while handling fuel or working on the fuel system.

  • Page 122: Every 1000 Hours

    MAINTENANCE Every 1000 Hours 1. Open the engine hood. Cleaning the Engine Cooling System WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Stop the engine and allow the machine to cool down before performing maintenance. • The engine, muffler, radiator and many other parts of the machine are G4G004 hot directly after the engine is stopped.
  • Page 123 MAINTENANCE Every 1000 Hours 10. Repeat steps 4 to 8 to rinse the cooling Replacing the Air Cleaner Element system. 11. Tighten the drain plug (4). WARNING 12. Slowly add the new coolant (mixture of antifreeze and tap water) through the Stop the engine and allow the machine radiator’s coolant supply port up to the to cool down before performing...
  • Page 124 Replacing the Travel Motor Gear Oil Engine Valve Clearance Refer to page 116 “Replacing the Travel This operation requires experience. Have it Motor Gear Oil”. performed by a Takeuchi sales or service outlet. Retightening the Engine Cylinder Head Bolts This operation requires experience. Have it performed by a Takeuchi sales or service outlet.

  • Page 125: Every 2000 Hours

    MAINTENANCE Every 2000 Hours Replacing the Hydraulic Oil and Cleaning the Suction Strainer WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Stop the engine and allow the machine to cool down before performing maintenance. G4G009 • The engine, hydraulic lines and many 2.

  • Page 126: Inspecting The Engine Fuel Injection Timing

    This operation requires experience. Have it hydraulic oil circuit and hydraulic performed by a Takeuchi sales or service devices. Failure to do so may damage outlet. the hydraulic devices. Inspecting the Engine Fuel Injection Valve This operation requires experience.

  • Page 127: When Required

    MAINTENANCE When Required Replacing the Bucket Teeth and the Side Cutters Replace the bucket teeth and the side cutters when the tooth points or the side cutters are worn, before the adapter or the bucket is damaged. WARNING 2. Set the bottom surface of the bucket flat ¡...
  • Page 128 MAINTENANCE When Required Installation OL1L250 4. Drive in the locking pin (1) with a hammer OL1L220 until it is flush with the tip of the tooth point 1. Clean the adapter nose (3). (2) ear. If there is gravel or mud on the adapter nose, the tooth point will not go in all the way and the pin cannot be driven in.
  • Page 129 MAINTENANCE When Required ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Side cutter Inspecting and Replenishing Installation the Windshield Washer Fluid Use a windshield washer fluid designed specifically for motor vehicles. Follow the instructions including with the washer fluid. G4G026 1. Insert the bolts from the inner of the bucket and tighten the nuts.
  • Page 130 MAINTENANCE When Required 2. Set the safety lock lever to the locked Replacing the Bucket position and stop the engine. WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Before performing maintenance or repairs under the machine, set all working equipment against the ground or in the lowermost position.
  • Page 131 MAINTENANCE When Required 3. Operate the cylinder, line up pin hole (B) Lubricating the Levers in the bucket with the pin hole in the link arm (6), and install the pin (2). WARNING Set the machine to the parking posture, stop the engine, remove the starter key and store it.

  • Page 132: Travel Levers, Blade Lever And Pedals

    MAINTENANCE When Required Travel levers, blade lever and pedals Tilting Up the Platform For inspection and maintenance, the platform is designed so that it can be tilted up. WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Raising or lowering the platform while the engine is running may cause the G4G024 machine to move, and cause serious...

  • Page 133: Inspecting The Rubber Crawlers

    Repair or replace the rubber crawlers if their conditions are as described below. Consult 3. Remove the lock bolt (A). a Takeuchi sales or service outlet about 4. Insert a rod into hole (B) and release the repairs or replacement.

  • Page 134: Replacing The Rubber Crawlers

    MAINTENANCE When Required (2) Steel cord Replacing the Rubber Crawlers WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ If you must work beneath the raised machine or equipment, always use wood blocks, jack-stands or other rigid and stable supports. Never get under the machine or working equipment if E4G063 they are not sufficiently supported.
  • Page 135 MAINTENANCE When Required 6. Check that the rubber crawler is securely Direction of rotation engaged on the sprocket and idler. 7. Tighten the rubber crawler to the standard tension. Refer to page 111 “Inspecting and Adjusting the Crawler Tension”. 8. Install the other rubber crawler using the same procedure.

  • Page 136: Long-Term Storage

    2. Inspect the battery and recharge it if Refer to page 120 “Cleaning the Engine necessary. Cooling System”. Have the battery charged by a Takeuchi 5. Use the grease gun to supply grease to sales or service outlet. the grease nipples.

  • Page 137: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms that are not Malfunctions ..136 If the Engine Overheats ......137 If the Battery Goes Dead ......138 After the Fuel Runs Out ......139 If a Fuse Blows ......... 140 If a Warning Lamp Flashes ...... 141 Other Symptoms ........

  • Page 138: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms that are not Malfunctions ¡ Performance decreases when an following symptoms malfunctions: attachment weighing more than a standard arm or bucket is mounted. E4J001 ¡ When the arm reaches the vertical position while contracting it while the engine is running at low speed, the contracting speed slows down momentarily.

  • Page 139: If The Engine Overheats

    If the Engine Overheats 3. If there is steam, stop the engine WARNING immediately and contact a Takeuchi sales or service outlet for repairs. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not open the engine hood when If there is no steam, run the engine at low...

  • Page 140: If The Battery Goes Dead

    TROUBLESHOOTING If the Battery Goes Dead The following symptoms indicate that the Connecting the jumper cables battery is dead: ¡The starter motor does not turn or turns IMPORTANT: Set the starter keys of both weakly, and the engine does not start. the rescue vehicle and problem vehicle ¡The horn is weak.

  • Page 141: After The Fuel Runs Out

    (R) from the problem vehicle’s “+” terminal. engine problems. Also bleed the air when the fuel tank is emptied or air in the fuel Recharging system. Have a Takeuchi sales or service outlet recharge batteries that have gone dead.

  • Page 142: If A Fuse Blows

    Feed pump there is a problem with the electric system. Continued use may lead to fire. 15A Radio, 15A External power socket Consult a Takeuchi sales or service Heater outlet. 20A Cigarette lighter, 30A Stop solenoid 1. Turn the starter key to the OFF position Wiper and stop the engine.

  • Page 143: If A Warning Lamp Flashes

    Inspect the engine oil level. If the lamp is flashing Engine oil even though the level is normal or if it continues pressure flashing after oil is added, consult a Takeuchi sales or warning lamp service outlet. Refer to page 104 “Inspecting and Replenishing the OSOB070 Engine Oil”.

  • Page 144: Other Symptoms

    TROUBLESHOOTING Other Symptoms For symptoms not included on the table below or if the problem persists after the proper procedures have been taken, consult a Takeuchi sales or service outlet. Symptom Main cause Procedure ¡ Insufficient grease on left ¡Add grease.
  • Page 145 TROUBLESHOOTING Other Symptoms Symptom Main cause Procedure ¡Insufficient hydraulic oil ¡Replenish to the prescribed Hydraulic oil temperature is too high level. Refer to page 105. ¡Insufficient fuel ¡Add fuel. Starter motor turns but engine does not start Refer to page 105. ¡Air in fuel system ¡...

  • Page 146: To Lower The Boom

    If the hoe attachment must be lowered to the ground while the engine is stopped, use the following procedure to do so. This operation is dangerous and requires experience. Have it performed by a Takeuchi sales or service outlet. <TB125 / TB135> When equipped with accumulator (option): Refer to page 232 “Accumulator”.

  • Page 147: Towing

    ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Make sure there is an operator on the ¡ Maximum pulling force: machine being towed as well as on the TB125: 15700N (3530 lbf) or less machine that is towing. TB135: 19600N (4410 lbf) or less ¡...

  • Page 149: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Main Specifications ......... 148 Machine Dimensions ....... 152 Operating Range ........158 Lifting Capacities ........165...

  • Page 150: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Main Specifications TB125 TYPE CANOPY MASS Rubber crawlers 2675 (5895) 2790 (6150) Machine mass kg (lb.) (not including operator) Steel crawlers 2735 (6030) 2850 (6285) PERFORMANCE Heaped 0.068 (2.4) Bucket capacity m (cu.ft.) (standard bucket) Struck 0.051 (1.8) –1...
  • Page 151 SPECIFICATIONS Main Specifications TB135 TYPE CANOPY MASS Rubber crawlers 3340 (7365) 3430 (7560) Machine mass kg (lb.) (not including operator) Steel crawlers 3440 (7585) 3530 (7780) PERFORMANCE Heaped 0.105 (3.7) Bucket capacity m (cu.ft.) (standard bucket) Struck 0.078 (2.76) –1 Slew speed min (rpm) 9.2 (9.2)
  • Page 152 SPECIFICATIONS Main Specifications TB145 TYPE CANOPY MASS Rubber crawlers 4650 (10250) 4740 (10450) Machine mass kg (lb.) (not including operator) Steel crawlers 4735 (10440) 4825 (10635) PERFORMANCE Heaped 0.141 (4.96) Bucket capacity m (cu.ft.) (standard bucket) Struck 0.102 (3.58) –1 Slew speed min (rpm) 9.7 (9.7)
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  • Page 154 SPECIFICATIONS Machine Dimensions Equipped with Canopy and Rubber Crawlers TB125 Units: mm (inches) 1460(57.5) Overall width 1440 (56.7) 300(11.8) 1895 (74.6) 1450(57.1) 1475(58.1) 3140(123.6) 4410(173.6) Overall length E5K005...
  • Page 155 SPECIFICATIONS Machine Dimensions Equipped with Cab and Rubber Crawlers TB125 Units: mm (inches) 1460(57.5) Overall width 1440 (56.7) 300(11.8) 1895 (74.6) 1450(57.1) 3140(123.6) 1475(58.1) 4410(173.6) Overall length E5K006...
  • Page 156 SPECIFICATIONS Machine Dimensions Equipped with Canopy and Rubber Crawlers TB135 Units: mm (inches) 1470(57.9) 1655(65.1) 350(13.8) 2110(83) 1630(64.2) 3555(139.9) 1655(65.2) 4945(194.8) Overall length G4K005...
  • Page 157 SPECIFICATIONS Machine Dimensions Equipped with Cab and Rubber Crawlers TB135 Units: mm (inches) 1470(57.9) 1655(65.1) 350(13.8) 2110(83) 1630(64.2) 1655(65.2) 3555(139.9) 4945(194.8) Overall length G4K006...
  • Page 158 SPECIFICATIONS Machine Dimensions Equipped with Canopy and Rubber Crawlers TB145 Units: mm (inches) 1690(66.5) 1985(78.1) 400(15.7) 2500(98.5) 1840(72.4) 4075(160.5) 1720(67.8) 5520(217.4) Overall length K3K005...
  • Page 159 SPECIFICATIONS Machine Dimensions Equipped with Cab and Rubber Crawlers TB145 Units: mm (inches) 1690(66.5) 1985(78.1) 400(15.7) 2500(98.5) 1840(72.4) 4075(160.5) 1720(67.8) 5520(217.4) Overall length K3K006...
  • Page 160 SPECIFICATIONS Operating Range Equipped with Canopy and Rubber Crawlers TB125 Units: mm (inches) 1870(73.7) 3210(126.4) Max.vertical digging radius 4435(174.6) Max. ground digging radius 4570(179.9) Max. digging radius E5K007...
  • Page 161 SPECIFICATIONS Operating Range Equipped with Cab and Rubber Crawlers TB125 Units: mm (inches) 1870(73.7) 3210(126.4) Max.vertical digging radius 4435(174.6) Max. ground digging radius 4570(179.9) Max. digging radius E5K008...
  • Page 162 SPECIFICATIONS Operating Range Equipped with Canopy and Rubber Crawlers TB135 Units: mm (inches) 1890(74.4) 3565(140.3) Max. vertical digging radius 5050(198.9) Max. ground digging radius 5180(203.9) Max. digging radius G4K007...
  • Page 163 SPECIFICATIONS Operating Range Equipped with Cab and Rubber Crawlers TB135 Units: mm (inches) 1890(74.4) 3565(140.3) Max. vertical digging radius 5050(198.9) Max. ground digging radius 5180(203.9) Max. digging radius G4K008...
  • Page 164 SPECIFICATIONS Operating Range Equipped with Canopy and Rubber Crawlers TB145 Units: mm (inches) 2170(85.4) 3935(155) Max. vertical digging radius 5715(224.9) Max. ground digging radius 5850(230.4) Max. digging radius K3K007...
  • Page 165 SPECIFICATIONS Operating Range Equipped with Cab and Rubber Crawlers TB145 Units: mm (inches) 2170(85.4) 3935(155) Max. vertical digging radius 5715(224.9) Max. ground digging radius 5850(230.4) Max. digging radius K3K008...
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  • Page 167: Lifting Capacities

    SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Rated lift capacity chart ¡ The loads in the charts do not exceed 87% of hydraulic lift capacity or 75% of tipping load. ¡ Rated lift capacities limited by rated hydraulic lift capacity are identified by an asterisk(*) ¡...
  • Page 168 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Standard Arm TB125...
  • Page 169 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Standard Arm TB125...
  • Page 170 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Standard Arm TB135...
  • Page 171 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Standard Arm TB135...
  • Page 172 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Standard Arm TB145...
  • Page 173 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Standard Arm TB145...
  • Page 174 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Long Arm TB125...
  • Page 175 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Long Arm TB125...
  • Page 176 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Long Arm TB135...
  • Page 177 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Long Arm TB135...
  • Page 178 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Long Arm TB145...
  • Page 179 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Long Arm TB145...
  • Page 180 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Telescopic Arm (Fully Extended Arm) TB125...
  • Page 181 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Telescopic Arm (Fully Extended Arm) TB125...
  • Page 182 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Telescopic Arm (Fully Retracted Arm) TB125...
  • Page 183 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Telescopic Arm (Fully Retracted Arm) TB125...
  • Page 184 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Telescopic Arm (Fully Extended Arm) TB135...
  • Page 185 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Telescopic Arm (Fully Extended Arm) TB135...
  • Page 186 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Telescopic Arm (Fully Retracted Arm) TB135...
  • Page 187 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Telescopic Arm (Fully Retracted Arm) TB135...
  • Page 188 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Telescopic Arm (Fully Extended Arm) TB145...
  • Page 189 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Telescopic Arm (Fully Extended Arm) TB145...
  • Page 190 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Telescopic Arm (Fully Retracted Arm) TB145...
  • Page 191 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Telescopic Arm (Fully Retracted Arm) TB145...
  • Page 192 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Middle Arm TB145...
  • Page 193 SPECIFICATIONS Lifting Capacities Equipped with Middle Arm TB145...

  • Page 195: Options

    OPTIONS General Precautions ........ 194 Safety Signs (Decals) ....... 196 Biodegradable Oil ........198 Switching the Lever Pattern ....199 Attachment Combination Table ....200 Middle Arm ..........202 Long Arm ..........204 Telescopic Arm ........207 Hydraulic Breaker ........216 3-Hole Bucket ...........

  • Page 196: General Precautions

    ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Consult with a Takeuchi dealer before installing optional attachments. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not use attachments that have not been approved by Takeuchi or a Takeuchi dealer. Doing so may compromise safety or adversely affect the machine’s operation or service life.

  • Page 197: Precautions On Operating Attachments

    OPTIONS General Precautions Precautions on Operating Attachments WARNING Long attachments reduce machine stability. When traveling down steep slopes or slewing on slopes, the machine may loose its balance and tip over. The following operations are particularly dangerous. Do not perform them. ¡...

  • Page 198: Safety Signs (Decals)

    OPTIONS Safety Signs (Decals) Keep all safety signs clean and legible. Replace all missing, illegible or damaged safety and warning signs. There are other safety signs in addition to the ones listed here. Treat them in the same way. G4L0011...
  • Page 199 (ISO) Check what type of lever control arrangement you are operating with before beginning operations. 03593-32300 03593-32200 3. No.03593-30100 <TB125> 4. No.05693-53810 CAUTION Setting this switch to the OFF position will shut down all of the electrical circuits and the memory of the radio preset tuning buttons will be deleted.

  • Page 200: Biodegradable Oil

    The hydraulic oil system must be flushed as described below before supplying the biodegradable oil. This operation is dangerous and requires experience. Have it performed by a Takeuchi sales or service outlet.

  • Page 201: Switching The Lever Pattern

    OPTIONS Switching the Lever Pattern The operating pattern of the left and right operating levers can be changed. WARNING Before starting the engine, check the selector to see which operating pattern the left and right operating levers are set for. C4L004 Switching the Lever Pattern 1.

  • Page 202: Attachment Combination Table

    ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Consult with a Takeuchi dealer before installing optional attachments. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Do not use attachments that have not been approved by Takeuchi or a Takeuchi dealer. Doing so may compromise safety or adversely affect the machine’s operation or service life.
  • Page 203 OPTIONS Attachment Combination Table <TB135> Bucket cutting Telescopic Arm Rated Capacity Standard Arm Long Arm 1300 to 2090 mm Bucket width (cu.yd.) 1290 mm (51 in.) 1600 mm (63 in.) mm (inch) (51 to 82 in.) √ √ √ 310W 0.042 (0.055) 310 (12.2) √...

  • Page 204: Middle Arm

    OPTIONS Middle Arm Operating Ranges (TB145) Values are indicated in units of mm, inches in ( ). Bucket offset 1010(39.7) 795(31.3) Front slewing radius 2185(85.9) 4115(161.9)in Transport position 3965(156.2) 5855(230.6) Max. ground digging radius 5990(235.9) Max. digging radius...
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  • Page 206: Long Arm

    OPTIONS Long Arm Operating Ranges (TB125) Values are indicated in units of mm. inches in ( ). Bucket offset 50(2.0) 1270(50.1) 610(24.0) Front slewing radius 1880(74.1) 3205(126.1) in Transport position 3325(130.9) Max. vertical digging radius 4725(185.9) Max. ground digging radius 4850(190.9) Max.
  • Page 207 OPTIONS Long Arm Operating Ranges (TB135) Values are indicated in units of mm, inches in ( ). Bucket offset 1220(48.1) 685(27) Front slewing radius 1950(76.7) 3625(142.6) in Transport position 3680(144.8) 5345(210.5) Max. ground digging radius 5465(215.2) Max. digging radius G4L006...
  • Page 208 OPTIONS Long Arm Operating Ranges (TB145) Values are indicated in units of mm, inches in ( ). Bucket offset 795(31.3) 1050(41.3) Front slewing radius 2195(86.4) 4140(162.9) in Transport position 4020(158.2) 6015(236.8) Max. ground digging radius 6145(241.9) Max. digging radius K3L007...

  • Page 209: Telescopic Arm

    ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ SAE heaped capacity of bucket installed on telescopic arm must not exceed TB125-0.044 m (0.058 cu.yd.) / TB135-0.088 m (0.115 cu.yd.) / TB145- 0.113 m (0.148 cu.yd.) .
  • Page 210 OPTIONS Telescopic Arm OL1L070 OL1L100 ¡ Do not operate on base rock or hard soils, as doing so may shorten the arm’s service life. OL1L110 ¡ Do not put the arm under water. Also avoid moisture when storing. OL1L080 ¡Do not change directions with machine lifted by pressing the bucket pressed against the ground.

  • Page 211: Inspection And Maintenance

    Other parts may be damaged if the telescopic arm is used with such looseness. Contact a Takeuchi dealer for maintenance. Note that no maintenance is necessary other than the greasing described above.
  • Page 212 OPTIONS Telescopic Arm Operating Ranges TB125 (Fully Extended Arm) Values are indicated in units of mm, inches in ( ). Bucket offset 50(2.0) 1315(51.8)610(24.0) Front slewing radius 1925(75.8) 4110(161.8)Max. vertical digging radius 4885(192.2) Max. ground digging radius 5005(197.0) Max. digging radius...
  • Page 213 OPTIONS Telescopic Arm Operating Ranges TB125 (Fully Retracted Arm) Values are indicated in units of mm, inches in ( ). Bucket offset 50(2.0) 1360(53.6) 610(24.0) Front slewing radius 1970(77.6) 3240(127.6) in Transport position 3905(153.8)Max. vertical digging radius 4375(172.2) Max. ground digging radius 4510(177.6) Max.
  • Page 214 OPTIONS Telescopic Arm Operating Ranges TB135 (Fully Extended Arm) Values are indicated in units of mm, inches in ( ). Bucket offset 1365(53.8) 685(27) Front slewing radius 2090(82.4) 4445(175) 5695(224.2) Max. ground digging radius 5805(228.6) Max. digging radius G4L007...
  • Page 215 OPTIONS Telescopic Arm Operating Ranges TB135 (Fully Retracted Arm) Values are indicated in units of mm, inches in ( ). Bucket offset 1330(52.3) 685(27) Front slewing radius 2055(80.9) 3715(146.3) in Transport position 4225(166.4) 5010(197.2) Max. ground digging radius 5135(202.2) Max. digging radius G4L008...
  • Page 216 OPTIONS Telescopic Arm Operating Ranges TB145 (Fully Extended Arm) Values are indicated in units of mm, inches in ( ). Bucket offset 795(31.3) 1225(48.3) Front slewing radius 2370(93.3) 4335(170.7) 6580(259) Max. ground digging radius 6695(263.6) Max. digging radius K3L008...
  • Page 217 OPTIONS Telescopic Arm Operating Ranges TB145 (Fully Retracted Arm) Values are indicated in units of mm, inches in ( ). Bucket offset 1170(46.1) 795(31.3) Front slewing radius 2315(91.1) 4230(166.6) in Transport position 4165(164) 5750(226.3) Max. ground digging radius 5885(231.7) Max. digging radius K3L009...

  • Page 218: Hydraulic Breaker

    IMPORTANT: When mounting devices, select devices suited for this machine. For advice on selecting device, contact a Takeuchi sales or service outlet. ¡ Do not pry with the chisel, and do not pry while pounding. ¡ Do not move the chisel while pounding.
  • Page 219 OPTIONS Hydraulic Breaker Replace the hydraulic oil regularly! ¡ When using a hydraulic breaker, the oil deteriorates quicker than during normal digging. Be sure to replace the hydraulic oil and return filter element. • Failure to replace these in time can lead to damage to the machine and breaker’s ¡...

  • Page 220: 3-Hole Bucket

    The digging capacity increases when the bucket’s link arm installation position is switched from (A) to (B). However, this shortens the bucket stroke. • Struck capacity (SAE): TB125: 0.075 m (0.098 cu. yd.) TB135: 0.100 m (0.130 cu. yd.) TB145: 0.149 m (0.195 cu.

  • Page 221: Bucket

    OPTIONS Bucket Adjusting the gap between the bucket and arm WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Before performing maintenance or repairs under the machine, set all working equipment against the ground E4G050 or in the lowermost position. 4. Remove the three bolts (2), the end plate ¡...
  • Page 222 OPTIONS Bucket 3. Remove the key, then check that the Replacing the Bucket Teeth and bucket is stable. the Side Cutters Replace the bucket teeth and the side cutters when the tooth points or the side cutters are worn, before the adapter or the bucket is damaged.
  • Page 223 OPTIONS Bucket Installation E4G045 E4G047 3. Drive in locking pin (1). 1. Push rubber pin lock (3) into welding adaptor (4). After driving in the locking pin, use a pin with the same surface as the point surface. Do Do not let the rubber pin lock stick out past not use worn locking pins.

  • Page 224: Travel Alarm

    If the fuse which has just been replaced Feed pump should blow again, there is a problem in 15A Radio, 15A External power socket the electrical system. This could cause fires. Contact a Takeuchi dealer. Heater Travel alarm 20A Cigarette lighter, 30A Stop solenoid Wiper...

  • Page 225: Auxiliary Pedal

    OPTIONS Auxiliary Pedal WARNING When not using the pedal, set the pedal lock to the locked position. Stepping on a pedal accidentally when it is not locked may lead to unexpected accidents. K3L016 K3L017 This pedal controls the flow of the oil in the auxiliary hydraulic circuit.

  • Page 226: Load Safety Device

    If the emergency shut-off valve (1) is activated, immediately set the operating lever to the neutral position. Do not move the operating lever to the boom lowering side. Contact a Takeuchi dealer for maintenance. <TB145> Type A OG3L060 Type B L3L014 1.

  • Page 227: Overload Warning Device

    • Lock nut (3) 3.9 to 4.4 N·m (2.9 to 3.3 ft- on). lb.) WARNING <TB125 · TB135· TB145> Continuing to apply the load after the Type B overload warning horn sounds could If the engine can be started, the boom can result in the machine tipping over or the be lowered with the operating lever.

  • Page 228: Automatic Crawler Adjuster (Tb145)

    OPTIONS Automatic Crawler Adjuster (TB145) 2. Stop the engine. Replacing Rubber Crawler Belts WARNING ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Replacements should always be done by two persons, with one person acting as operator and following instructions from the other. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ The machine must be elevated before replacing the rubber crawler belts.
  • Page 229 OPTIONS Automatic Crawler Adjuster (TB145) 10. Ground the crawlers and lower the machine body so that the crawler slack is maximum. 11. When the crawlers come away from the idlers, slide the crawlers to the outside and remove them. 12. Disengage the crawlers and sprockets, then remove the crawlers from the crawler frames.

  • Page 230: Radio (For Eu)

    OPTIONS Radio (for EU) General operation AUDIO CONTEOL ON/OFF LOUD HI-POWER 35Wx4 / AUTO RADIO ACCESS TUNE/SEEK P SCAN CLOCK B A N D ELECTRONIC AUDIO CONTROL FXC-315 C4C030 Turning the power on - - - - - (Min) + + + + + (Max) MODE Press the ON/OFF button 1.
  • Page 231 OPTIONS Radio (for EU) To cancel the beep tones ..... 1, 7, 8 Ejecting the tape ........4 Press the EJECT button 4 to eject a tape. The unit emits a beep tone to confirm that a function button has been pressed. To cancel The system will return to the audio source the function, follow the procedures below.
  • Page 232 OPTIONS Radio (for EU) ¡ To scan programmed stations Storing preset stations ......3 The preset buttons 3 can be used to store See “Preset-Scan-Button operation”. 6 stations in each band (FM1, FM2, and MW) Supplement: If no station can be received, for convenient access to your favorite “- - -”...
  • Page 233 OPTIONS Radio (for EU) Clock TUNE/SEEK P SCAN CLOCK B A N D C4C033 Display mode change ......1 The display on the unit can be changed by pushing the button 1. Pushing button 1 alternates the display between time and radio/tape.

  • Page 234: Accumulator

    <TB125 / TB135> On the TB125/TB135, the residual pressure 7. Set the safety lock lever to the lock in the working equipment circuitry can be position. released in addition to the residual pressure in the auxiliary hydraulic circuit.

  • Page 235: Operating Levers (With Second Auxiliary Hydraulics) / Tb145

    OPTIONS Operating Levers (with Second auxiliary hydraulics) / TB145 Names of Components K3L019 1. Left operating lever 6. Second auxiliary hydraulic switch 2. Right operating lever 7. Horn button 3. First auxiliary hydraulic buttons 8. Decel.button 4. Third auxiliary hydraulic button 9.

  • Page 236: Decel. Button

    OPTIONS Operating Levers (with Second auxiliary hydraulics) / TB145 Decel. Button First Auxiliary Hydraulic Buttons WARNING Set the operating and travel levers to neutral before operating the decel. button. The machine’s operating speed will change abruptly if the button is operated while the levers are engaged.

  • Page 237: Third Auxiliary Hydraulic Switch And Button

    OPTIONS Operating Levers (with Second auxiliary hydraulics) / TB145 Third Auxiliary Hydraulic Switch Second Auxiliary Hydraulic Switch and Button Proportional control Note: The machine has auxiliary proportional controls for second auxiliary hydraulic. Proportional control allows for slow-to-fast movement of auxiliary functions. Example: If you move the auxiliary switch half way, the auxiliary function will move at approximately one-half speed.

  • Page 238: First Auxiliary Hydraulics

    OPTIONS Operating Levers (with Second auxiliary hydraulics) / TB145 b. With the engine running at low idle First Auxiliary Hydraulics operate the auxiliary hydraulic switches repeatedly (approx. 10 times) to purge WARNING air from the hydraulic lines. c. Stop the engine and wait for more than Oil may spurt out if caps or filters are 5 minutes until bubbles escape from the removed or pipes disconnected before...
  • Page 239 OPTIONS Operating Levers (with Second auxiliary hydraulics) / TB145 Disconnecting the hydraulic circuits Selector valve 1. Release the pressure remaining in the 1 - way lines then close the stop valve. Refer to “Releasing the residual pressure”. 2. Disconnect the lines from ports (a) and (b). 3.
  • Page 240 OPTIONS Operating Levers (with Second auxiliary hydraulics) / TB145 c. Stop the engine and wait for more than Second Auxiliary Hydraulics 5 minutes until bubbles escape from the hydraulic oil in the tank. WARNING IMPORTANT: Follow the procedures for Oil may spurt out if caps or filters are purging air as instructed by the removed or pipes disconnected before attachment manufacturer if specified to...
  • Page 241 OPTIONS Operating Levers (with Second auxiliary hydraulics) / TB145 When equipped with accumulator. Releasing the residual pressure After using the auxilliary hydraulic circuits, pressure remains in the circuits. This is called the residual pressure. Release this residual pressure before disconnecting the lines. K3L024 1.
  • Page 242 OPTIONS Operating Levers (with Second auxiliary hydraulics) / TB145 IMPORTANT: Follow the procedures for Third Auxiliary Hydraulics purging air as instructed by the attachment manufacturer if specified to WARNING do so. Oil may spurt out if caps or filters are 5.

  • Page 243: Air Conditioner (Tb135 / Tb145)

    OPTIONS Air Conditioner (TB135 / TB145) CAUTIONS ON USE Do not overcool For health purposes, the air inside the cab Ventilate periodically should be kept at a temperature at which you feel a little cool when entering the cab from ¡...
  • Page 244 OPTIONS Air Conditioner (TB135 / TB145) NAMES OF COMPONENTS 1. Defroster Control Panel 2. Condenser 3. Receiver drier 4. Foot outlets 5. Back outlets 6. Control panel 7. Compressor 8. Air conditioner unit 9. Filter K3L0301 10. Air conditioner switch 11.

  • Page 245: Air Conditioner Switch

    OPTIONS Air Conditioner (TB135 / TB145) Air Conditioner Switch Temperature Control Dial IMPORTANT: To avoid placing excessive load on the compressor, wait until the engine is started and is running smoothly before turning on the air conditioner. COOL WARM T9L003 Use this dial to adjust the air temperature.
  • Page 246 OPTIONS Air Conditioner (TB135 / TB145) Outlets OPERATION Type A Heating and Dehumidifying (in cold weather or when the humidity is high) L3T007 Type B T9L007 After starting the engine, turn the air conditioner ON and adjust the switches as shown in the diagram above.
  • Page 247 OPTIONS Air Conditioner (TB135 / TB145) Cooling Defogging the Windows CAUTION CAUTION ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Excessive cooling can be harmful to If the air conditioner is set to high when your health. It is best to keep the air using the defroster, the difference °...

  • Page 248: Cleaning The Condenser

    OPTIONS Air Conditioner (TB135 / TB145) < TB135 > INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Inspection and maintenance interval ......Every 250 hours Cleaning the Condenser CAUTION G4L015 Cleaning the condenser with high pressured water may damage it. Clean the condenser gently. G4G020 G4L016 If the condenser is dirty, heat will not discharge properly.
  • Page 249 OPTIONS Air Conditioner (TB135 / TB145) Inspection Cleaning the Filter 1. Tilt up the platform. 2. Press on the center of the belt (1) with a Clean the filter sooner when operating in finger. The belt’s tension is normal if it dusty places.

  • Page 250: Inspecting The Refrigerant (Gas) Level

    OPTIONS Air Conditioner (TB135 / TB145) Inspecting the Refrigerant (gas) CAUTION Level The high pressure pipe becomes hot (80 ° ° to 120 C (176 to 248 F)), so be careful not WARNING to burn yourself when inspecting the refrigerant level. Exposure of the eyes or hands to the cooler’s refrigerant could result in <...

  • Page 251: Condition Of The Refrigerant

    OPTIONS Air Conditioner (TB135 / TB145) Condition of the refrigerant High/low pressure pipe Sight glass (refrigerant) Pipe connection temperature Normal Almost transparent, with High pressure pipe (1) hot No irregularities. (80 to 120°C, 176 to 248°F), some bubbles, but fully transparent when the low pressure pipe (2) cold (8 to 15°C, 46 to 59°F).

  • Page 252: Battery Switch

    OPTIONS Battery Switch IMPORTANT: Never set this switch to the OFF (O) position while the engine is running. Doing so might cause damage to the electrical system. K3L036 OFF (O) .. Switches off the electrical circuit. Be sure to set this switch to the OFF (O) position when storing the machine for a long period, or when performing maintenance of...
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  • Page 254: Immobilizer System

    OPTIONS Immobilizer System Keys The machine comes with two immobilizer keys and one registration key. The keys are used for the immobilizer system (theft prevention device). N0B035 Immobilizer key Registration key The immobilizer system is a device that protects the machine from theft through the use of falsified keys, etc.
  • Page 255 OPTIONS Immobilizer System IMPORTANT: If a key from a different immobilizer system or a metal object is brought near or into contact with the starter switch or key section, the system may no longer be able to identify the keys’ ID codes, in which case it is no longer possible to start the engine.

  • Page 256: Re-Registration Of The Keys

    OPTIONS Immobilizer System Registration Procedure Re-Registration of the Keys Immobilizer key Registration key Re-register the keys in the following cases: ¡ If one of the immobilizer keys is lost, re- register the remaining keys so as to prevent theft. ¡ If you purchase new immobilizer keys, they must be registered before they can be used with the machine’s immobilizer N0B026E...
  • Page 257 If the engine does not start, re-register the keys. If the engine still does not start, consult a Takeuchi sales or service outlet. N0B028E 8. Return to the OFF (O) position from the ON ( I ) position and remove the immobilizer key.

  • Page 259: Index

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  • Page 260: Index

    INDEX A ~ C Biodegradable Oil ............ 198 Blade Lever ..............50 Accessories ..............51 Bleeding the Air from the Fuel System ..... 139 Accumulator ............. 232 Boom Swing Pedal ............. 50 Adjusting the gap between the bucket and arm ..219 Bucket ..............
  • Page 261 Handling of the Accumulator ........31 Emergency shut-off valve ........224 Handling Rubber Crawlers ......... 84 Engine Hood .............. 42 Have a Takeuchi service agent repair welding cracks or Ensure good visibility ..........16 other damage ............31 Every 100 Hours ............115 Heating and Dehumidifying (in cold weather or when Every 1000 Hours ............
  • Page 262 INDEX I ~ M Index ................ 257 Keys ................. 252 Indicators ..............45 Know the working area ..........12 Inspecting and adjusting the Air Conditioner Belt ..246 Inspecting and adjusting the crawler tension .... 111 Inspecting and adjusting the engine valve clearance ..122 Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt .......
  • Page 263 Preparing Precautions ..........12 Operating Range ............156 Prohibited Actions ............84 Operating Ranges TB125 (Fully Extended Arm) ..210 Prohibited Operations ..........74 Operating Ranges TB125 (Fully Retracted Arm) ..211 Provide a fire extinguisher and first aid kit ....8 Operating Ranges TB135 (Fully Extended Arm) ..
  • Page 264 INDEX R ~ U Replacing the engine oil and oil filter ....... 117 Starting the Engine ............ 62 Replacing the fuel filter ..........119 Starting with jumper cables ........15 Replacing the hydraulic oil and cleaning the suction Stay clear of moving parts ......... 26 strainer ..............
  • Page 265 INDEX U ~ W Use caution when fueling ........... 28 Use the correct tools ..........25 Using optional products ..........11 Walk-Around Inspection ..........60 Walk-Around Inspection ........... 101 Warming Up the Engine ..........63 Warming Up the Machine (Hydraulic Oil) ....66 Warning Lamps ............
  • Page 266 First Published October 1998 No. 23992 Thirtieth Published April 2007 OPERATOR’S MANUAL TB125 TB135 Compact Excavator TB145 Edited and issued by TAKEUCHI MFG. CO., LTD. Printed in Japan by STATION M Co., Ltd.
  • Page 267 CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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