BOBCAT 341 COMPACT EXCAVATOR Service Repair Manual SN 230611001 & Above

X 337 X 341 Excavator Service Manual 337 (S/N 515411001 & Above) 341 (S/N 230611001 & Above)

6900380 (10–97)

Printed in U.S.A.

© Melroe Company 1997

MAINTENANCE SAFETY WARNING

Instructions are necessary before operating or servicing machine. Read and understand the Operation & Maintenance Manual, Operator’s Handbook and signs (decals) on machine. Follow warnings and instructions in the manuals when making repairs, adjustments or servicing. Check for correct function after adjustments, repairs or service. Untrained operators and failure to follow W-2003-0903 instructions can cause injury or death.

Safety Alert Symbol: This symbol with a warning statement, means: “Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!” Carefully read the message that follows.

CORRECT

B-10731a

Never service the Hydraulic Excavator instructions.

Bobcat without

CORRECT

CORRECT

B-14148

Use the correct procedure to lift and support the excavator.

Always lift the blade fully before installing jackstands.

B-14142

Cleaning and maintenance are required daily.

WRONG

WRONG

WRONG

B-14147

B-14141

B-14145

Have good ventilation when welding or grinding painted parts.

Wear dust mask when grinding painted parts. Toxic dust and gas can be produced.

Vent exhaust to outside when engine must be run for service.

Exhaust system must be tightly sealed. Exhaust Fumes can kill without warning.

Always lower the bucket and blade to the ground before doing any maintenance.

Never modify equipment or add attachments not approved by Bobcat Company.

WRONG

WRONG

WRONG

B-14146

B-14143 B-16102

B-6589 B-16102

Stop, cool and clean engine of flammable materials before checking fluids.

Never service or adjust machine with the engine running unless instructed to do so in the manual.

Avoid contact with leaking hydraulic fluid or diesel fuel under pressure. It can penetrate the skin or eyes.

Never fill fuel tank with engine running, while smoking or when near open flame.

Keep body, jewelry and clothing away from moving parts, electrical contact, hot parts and exhaust.

Wear eye protection to guard from battery acid, compressed springs, fluids under pressure and flying debris when engines are running or tools are used.

Use eye protection approved for type of welding.

Keep rear door closed except for service. Close and latch door before operating the excavator.

Lead-acid batteries produce flammable and explosive gases.

Keep arcs, sparks, flames and lighted tobacco away from batteries.

Batteries contain acid which burns eyes or skin on contact.

Wear protective clothing. If acid contacts body, flush well with water. For eye contact flush well and get immediate medical attention.

Maintenance procedures which are given in the Operation & Maintenance Manual can be performed by the owner/ operator without any specific technical training. Maintenance procedures which are not in the Operation & Maintenance Manual must be performed ONLY BY QUALIFIED BOBCAT SERVICE PERSONNEL. Always use genuine Bobcat replacement parts. The Service Safety Training Course is available from your Bobcat dealer.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX AIR CLEANER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1, 7–1 ALTERNATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–1 ALTERNATOR BELT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1 ARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1 ARM CYLINDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1 AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC VALVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1 AUXILIARY SELECTOR VALVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1 BATTERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BATTERY BOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BLADE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BLADE CYLINDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BOOM CYLINDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BOOM SWING BRACKET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BOOM SWING CYLINDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BOOM SWING LOCK VALVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BUCKET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BUCKET CYLINDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

BUZZER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6–1 4–1 5–1 2–1 4–1 2–1 4–1 2–1 2–1 4–1 2–1 6–1

CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CAB/CANOPY REAR COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CAB ELECTRICAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CENTER SWIVEL JOINT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CONTROL PATTERN SELECTOR VALVE . . . . . . . . .

COOLING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CRANKSHAFT AND BEARINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CRANKSHAFT GEAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CYLINDER BORE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CYLINDER HEAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4–1 4–1 6–1 4–1 2–1 1–1 7–1 7–1 7–1 7–1

DECIMAL & MILLIMETER EQUIVALENTS . . . . . . . . 8–1 DIODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–1 DUAL SEQUENCE VALVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–1 ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 ENGINE COMPRESSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 ENGINE COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1, 4–1 ENGINE FLYWHEEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–1 FAN GUARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FLOORMAT AND FLOOR PLATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FRONT ENGINE COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FUEL CAMSHAFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FUEL, COOLANT AND LUBRICANTS . . . . . . . . . . . .

FUEL INJECTOR NOZZLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FUEL INJECTION PUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FUEL LEVEL SENDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FUEL SHUT–OFF SOLENOID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FUEL SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FUEL TANK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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7–1 4–1 4–1 7–1 8–1 7–1 7–1 6–1 7–1 1–1 4–1

GAUGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–1 GLOW PLUGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 HEATER AIR FILTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HORN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HYDRAULIC CONNECTION SPECIFICATION . . . . .

HYDRAULIC CONTROL VALVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HYDRAULIC CYLINDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR SPECIFICATIONS . . . . .

HYDRAULIC PUMPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HYDRAULIC GEAR PUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HYDRAULIC PISTON PUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HYDRAULIC SERVICE INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . .

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–1 6–1 8–1 2–1 2–1 8–1 2–1 2–1 2–1 2–1 2–1 1–1

IDLER GEAR AND CAMSHAFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 JOYSTICK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1 JOYSTICK CONTROL CHANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1 LEFT CONSOLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LEFT CONSOLE COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LEFT CORNER POST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LEFT COUNTERWEIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LEFT SIDE COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LIFTING AND BLOCKING THE EXCAVATOR . . . . . .

LIFTING CLAMP CYLINDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LUBRICATION OF THE HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

3–1 3–1 4–1 4–1 4–1 1–1 2–1 1–1

MAIN RELIEF VALVES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1 MUFFLER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 OIL COOLER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1 OIL PUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PORT RELIEF VALVES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE (With Accumulator)

7–1 2–1 2–1 2–1

RADIATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

REAR FLOOR PLATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RIGHT CONSOLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RIGHT CONSOLE COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RIGHT CORNER POST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RIGHT COUNTERWEIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RIGHT SIDE COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ROCKER ARM AND SHAFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ROPS CANOPY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7–1 4–1 3–1 3–1 4–1 4–1 4–1 7–1 4–1

ALPHABETICAL INDEX (Cont’d) SEAT AND SEAT MOUNT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SERVICE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

STARTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

STEERING LEVERS AND PEDALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SWING BRACKET BUSHING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SWING MOTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SWING MOTOR DRIVE CARRIER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4–1 1–1 1–1 6–1 3–1 4–1 4–1 4–1

TIMER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–1 TIMING GEARCASE COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 TIMING GEARS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 TRACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–1 TRACK DAMAGE IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–1 TRACK FRAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–1 TRACK IDLER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–1 TRACK ROLLER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–1 TRANSPORTING THE HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR . 1–1 TRAVEL MOTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1, 5–1 TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1, 6–1, 7–1 TWO SPEED SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–1 UPPERSTRUCTURE AND SWING CIRCLE GEAR . 4–1 U.S. TO METRIC CONVERSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–1 VALVE CLEARANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 VALVE, VALVE SEAT AND GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 WATER PUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 X–Change™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1

Revised Mar. 99

CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix DELIVERY REPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1 DRIVE SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1 UPPER WORKS & SWING SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1 MAIN FRAME & TRACKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–1 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–1 ENGINE SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 TECHNICAL DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–1

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

DRIVE SECTION

UPPER WORKS & SWING SECTION

MAIN FRAME & TRACKS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ENGINE SERVICE

TECHNICAL DATA

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FOREWORD This manual is for the Bobcat hydraulic excavator mechanic. It provides necessary servicing and adjustment procedures for the hydraulic excavator and its component parts and systems. Refer to the Operation & Maintenance Manual for operating instructions, starting procedure, daily checks, etc.

A general inspection of the following items must be made after the hydraulic excavator has had service or repair: 1. Check that the ROPS/TOPS/ FOGS is in good condition and is not modified.

9. Safety treads must in good condition.

2. Check that ROPS/TOPS mounting hardware is tightened and is Melroe approved.

10. Check for correct function of indicator lamps (Optional on some models).

3. The seat belt must be correctly installed, functional and in good condition.

11. Check hydraulic fluid level, engine oil level and fuel supply.

4. Inspect for loose or broken parts or connections.

12. Inspect for fuel, oil or hydraulic fluid leaks.

5. Machine signs must be legible and in the correct location.

13. Lubricate the excavator.

6. Steering levers, control levers and foot pedals must return to neutral. Check that foot pedals lock and control lever locks are in working condition.

14. Check the condition of the battery and cables.

7. Inspect the air cleaner for damage or leaks. Check the condition of the element.

Recommend to the owner that all necessary corrections be made before the machine is returned to service.

8. Check the electrical charging system.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Instructions are necessary before operating or servicing machine. Read Operation & Maintenance Manual, Handbook and signs (decals) on machine. Follow warnings and instructions in the manuals when making repairs, adjustments or servicing. Check for correct function after adjustments, repairs or service. Failure to follow instructions can cause injury or death.

W–2003–0797

The following publications provide information on the safe use and maintenance of the excavator and attachments:

• The Delivery Report is used to assure that complete instructions have been given to the new owner and that the machine is in safe operating condition.

• The Operation & Maintenance Manual delivered with the excavator gives operating information as well as routine maintenance and service procedures. It is a part of the excavator and must stay with the machine when it is sold.

Replacement Operation & Maintenance Manuals can be ordered from your Bobcat Excavator dealer.

• The excavator has machine signs (decals) which instruct on the safe operation and care. The signs and their locations are shown in the Operation & Maintenance Manual. Replacement signs are available from your Bobcat Excavator dealer.

• The Bobcat Hydraulic Excavator has a plastic Operator’s Handbook fastened to the operator cab. It’s brief instructions

are convenient to the operator. The handbook is available from your dealer in an English edition or one of many other languages. See your Bobcat dealer for more informationon translated versions.

• The CIMA Safety Manual delivered with the excavator gives information for safe operating and standard signals.

• The Service Manual and Parts Manual are available from your dealer for use by mechanics to do shop–type service and repair work.

• The Bobcat Compact Excavator Operator Training Course is available through your local dealer. This course is intended to provide rules and practices of correct operation of the Hydraulic Excavator.

• The Bobcat Skid–Steer Loader Safety Video is available from your Bobcat Dealer.

Warnings on the machine and in the manuals are for your safety. Failure to obey warnings can cause injury or death.

W–2044–1285

This notice identifies procedures which must be followed to avoid damage to the machine.

I–2019–0284

Safety Alert Symbol: This Safety Symbol is used for important safety messages. When you see this symbol follow the safety message to avoid personal injury or death.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Cont’d) • Wear tight fitting clothing and any other required safety apparel when operating or servicing the excavator.

• Wear safety glasses when maintaining or servicing the excavator.

• Exhaust gases can kill, vent engine exhaust outdoors.

• Know where fire extinguisher and first aid kits are located and how to use them.

• Do not run the excavator where exhaust, arcs, sparks or hot components can contact flammable material, explosive dust or gases.

• Check fuel and hydraulic tubes, hoses and fittings for damage and leakage. Never use open flame or bare skin to check

for leaks. Tighten or replace any parts that show leakage. Always clean fluid spills. Do not use gasoline or diesel fuel for cleaning parts. Use commercial nonflammable solvents.

• Do not use ether or starting fluids on an engine that has glow plugs. These starting aids can explode and injure you.

• Clean the excavator before doing any welding. Remove both battery cables (negative (–) cable first). Cover rubber hoses, battery and all other flammable parts. Keep a fire extinguisher near the excavator when welding.

• Have good ventilation when welding or grinding painted parts. Wear a dust mask when grinding painted parts. Toxic dust or gas can be produced.

• Stop the engine and let it cool before adding fuel. NO SMOKING! • Use the procedures in this manual for installing, connecting and jump starting batteries.

Call Before You Dig 1–888–258–0808 When you call, you will be directed to a location in your state/city for information about burried lines (telephone, cable TV, water, sewer, gas,etc.).

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SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS Always use the FULL serial number (including the first four digits) when requesting service information or when ordering parts. Early or later models (identification made by serial number) may use different parts, or it may be necessary to use a different procedure in doing a specific service operation.

A

HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR SERIAL NUMBER The excavator serial number is on the front of the machine frame, to the left of the boom [A].

N–15206

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The engine serial number is located by the fuel injection pump on the engine block [B].

B

N–15207

C

DELIVERY REPORT The Delivery Report items must be explained to the owner/operator by the dealer. The dealer is to fill out the form and the owner/operator signs the form to indicate his understanding [C].

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OPERATOR HANDBOOK

OPERATOR SEAT

AUXILIARY COUPLERS

SEAT BELT BOOM

BUCKET CYLINDER AUXILIARY SELECTOR VALVE BUCKET LINK

CONTROL LEVERS (JOYSTICK) BOOM CYLINDER

X–CHANGE™

BLADE CYLINDERS BUCKET *CANOPY/CAB (ROPS/TOPS)

GRAB HANDLE

ARM CYLINDER

ENGINE COVER ARM

UPPERSTRUCTURE

BLADE TRACK FRAME TRACK

B–14970 B–14971

* FOGS (Falling Object Guards) is available from your Bobcat Excavator dealer. viii

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AIR CLEANER Air Cleaner Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7 ALTERNATOR BELT Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–12 COOLING SYSTEM Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–11 Propylene Glycol (Factory Installed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–11 Replacing Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–11 ENGINE COVER Adjusting The Engine Cover Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6 Opening The Engine Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6 ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM Checking Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10 Replacing Oil And Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10 FUEL SYSTEM Filling The Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel Filter Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Removing Air From The Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–8 1–9 1–8 1–8 1–9

HEATER AIR FILTER (With Cab Option Only) Cleaning Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–23 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Checking And Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing The Case Drain Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing The Hydraulic Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing The Hydraulic Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–13 1–16 1–15 1–14

LIFTING AND BLOCKING THE EXCAVATOR Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4 LUBRICATION OF THE HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–19 SERVICE SCHEDULE Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3 SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER (If Equipped) Cleaning Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–17 TRANSPORTING THE HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5 TRAVEL MOTOR Checking Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–18 Draining And Refilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–18

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SERVICE SCHEDULE Maintenance work must be done at regular intervals. Failure to do so will result in excessive wear and early failures. The service schedule is a guide for correct maintenance of the Hydraulic Excavator.

Instructions are necessary before operating or servicing machine. Read Operation & Maintenance Manuals, Handbook and signs (decals) on machine. Follow warnings and instructions in the manuals when making repairs, adjustments or servicing. Check for correct function after adjustments, repairs or service. Failure to follow instructions can cause injury or death.

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ITEM Engine Air Cleaner Engine Oil Engine Coolant System Indicator Lights Operator Cab Seat Belt Safety Signs (Decals) Tracks All Machinery Pivot Points Hyd. Fluid, Hoses & Tubelines Battery Fuel Tank/Fuel Filter Swing Circle Swing Pinion Spark Arrestor Muffler Alternator/Fan Belt Engine Oil & Filter Travel Motors Fuel Filter Cooling System Alternator & Starter Hydraulic Filter Case Drain Filter Cooling System Hydraulic Tank Travel Motors Cab Heater Air Filter

SERVICE REQUIRED

8–10

Replace the filter element only when the red ring shows in the indicator window. Check for leaks and damaged components.

Check the oil level and add oil as needed.

Check coolant level in recovery tank.

Check for correct operation.

Check the fastening bolts, nuts, and condition of cab/canopy.

Check the condition and that fasteners are tight.

Check for damaged signs (decals) replace as needed.

Check and adjust tension.

Lubricate 29 grease fittings. For excavators equipped with optional lifting clamp there are 33 grease fittings.

Check fluid level and add as needed. Check for damage and leaks. Repair and replace as needed.

Check cables, connections and electrolyte level. Add distilled water as needed.

Drain water and sediment from fuel tank/fuel filter.

Lubricate two grease fittings.

Lubricate one grease fitting.

Clean spark chamber (if equipped).

Check and adjust tension.

Replace oil and filter element.

Check fluid level and add oil as needed.

Replace filter element.

Clean the radiator fins.

Check the condition of connections.

Replace filter element.

Replace filter element Drain, flush and add new coolant to the cooling system.

Change the fluid, clean fill neck strainer.

Change the oil.

Clean the filter.

50

100

250

500 1000

* *

**

**

*Perform after the first 50 hours of machine operation.

Replace the engine oil and filter.

Check the condition of the alternator/fan belt. **Perform after the first 100 hours of machine operation.

Change oil in travel motors.

Replace hydraulic filter.

Or Every 12 Months.

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A

Instructions are necessary before operating or servicing machine. Read Operation & Maintenance Manual, Handbook and signs (decals) on machine. Follow warnings and instructions in the manuals when making repairs, adjustments or servicing. Check for correct function after adjustments, repairs or service. Failure to follow instructions can cause injury or death.

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P–11368

LIFTING AND BLOCKING THE EXCAVATOR

B

Procedure Always park the machine on a level surface.

Put jackstands under the blade and track frame before running the engine for service. Failure to use jackstands can allow the machine to fall or move and cause injury or death.

P–11367

W–2017–0286

Raise the machine using the boom and arm [A].

Fully raise the blade and install jackstands under the blade [A] and track frame [B].

Lower the boom until all the machine weight is on the jackstands.

Repeat the procedure for the other side.

Stop the engine.

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TRANSPORTING THE HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

A

Procedure

• Make sure the parking brakes on the transport vehicle are engaged and wheels are blocked.

• Align the ramps with the center of the transport vehicle.

Secure the ramps to the truck bed and be sure ramp angle does not exceed 15 degrees.

• Use metal loading ramps and slip resistant surface.

• Make sure the ramps are the correct length and width, and can support the weight of the machine.

P–11448

• The rear of the trailer must be properly blocked or supported when loading or unloading the excavator.

B

• Determine the direction of the track movement before moving the machine (blade forward). Engage the swing lock pin to lock the upperstructure.

• Move the machine forward on the transport vehicle [A].

• Do not change direction of the machine while it is on the ramps.

• After loading the machine, position the arm and bucket as shown [B].

• Lower the boom.

P–11449

• Stop the engine and remove the key.

C

Use the following procedure to fasten the Excavator to the transport vehicle:

• Put blocks under the front and rear of the track shoes.

• Fasten holddown chains to the front corners of the

blade and to the tie down loop at the track frame to prevent it from moving when going up or down slopes, or during sudden stops [B], [C] & [D].

• Use chain binders to tighten the chains and then

safely tie the chain binder levers to prevent loosening.

P–11450

• When transporting the machine, observe the rules, motor vehicle laws and vehicle limit ordinances. Use a transport and towing vehicle of adequate length and capacity.

D

Steel loading ramps are needed to support the weight of the machine when loading onto a transport vehicle. Wood ramps can break and cause personal injury.

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ENGINE COVER

A

Opening The Engine Cover

AVOID INJURY Never service or adjust the machine when the engine is running unless instructed to do so in this manual.

W–2012–0290

P–11437

Keep the engine cover closed when operating the machine.

B

W–2141–0189

Open the engine cover to service the engine. Pull on the latches and lift the engine cover up until it is fully raised [A].

4

Adjusting The Engine Cover Latches Open the engine cover.

3 1

NOTE: The right latch adjustment is shown. The procedure is the same for the left latch.

2

Loosen the two bolts (Item 1) [B] and adjust the striker plate (Item 2) [B] until it is in the correct position. Tighten the two bolts (Item 1) [B].

P–11373

Loosen the nuts (Item 3) [B] and adjust the stop (Item 4) [B]. Tighten the nuts (Item 3) [B] when the stop (Item 4) [B] is in the correct position.

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AIR CLEANER

A

Air Cleaner Service

2

1

See the SERVICE SCHEDULE Page 1–3 for the correct service interval.

Check the air intake hose for damage. Check the air cleaner housing for damage. Check to make sure all connections are tight.

2

Replace the large (outer) filter element only when the red ring shows in the window of the condition indicator (Item 1) [A].

3

NOTE: Push the button on the condition indicator (Item 1) [A] and start the engine. If the red ring does not show, do not replace the filter element.

N–15210

B

Remove the dust cover clamps (Item 2) [A].

Remove the dust cover (Item 3) [A].

1

Remove the large air filter element (Item 1) [B].

N–15211

Install the new filter element. Install the dust cover and latch the two clamps.

C 2

NOTE: Make sure all sealing surfaces are free of dirt and debris.

Only replace the inner filter element (Item 1) [C] under the following conditions: • Replace the inner filter element every third time the outer filter element is replaced.

• Replace the inner filter element when the red ring still shows in the condition indicator window after the outer filter element is replaced.

1 P–11345

NOTE: After replacing the primary (large) filter element, recheck the condition of the inner filter element by pushing the button on the condition indicator (Item 2) [C] and start the engine. Run the engine at full throttle. If the red ring on the condition indicator shows, replace the inner filter element.

D

Install the dust cover as shown [D].

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FUEL SYSTEM

A

Fuel Specifications Use only clean, high quality diesel fuel, Grade No. 2 or Grade No. 1.

2

The following is suggested blending guideline which should prevent fuel gelling problems.

Temp. F°

No. 2

No. 1

+15°(9°) Down to –20° (–29°) Below –20° (–29°)

100% 50% 0%

0% 50% 100%

1 N–16260

For local recommendations, contact your fuel supplier

B 1

Stop and cool the engine before adding fuel.

NO SMOKING! Failure to obey warnings can cause an explosion or fire.

W–2063–0887

Filling The Fuel Tank The fuel level in the tank is indicated by the fuel gauge (Item 1) [A] when the ignition switch is ON. NOTE: When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gals. (11,3 L.) of fuel, the low fuel light (Item 2) [A] will come ON to alert the operator of this condition.

P–11356

C

Open the engine cover. The fuel fill cap (Item 1) [B] is located in the right rear corner of the excavator.

Turn the fuel cap to remove it.

Use a clean, approved safety container to add fuel to the tank. Add fuel only in an area that has a free movement of air and no flames or sparks. NO SMOKING! After the tank is full, install and tighten the fuel cap. Close the engine cover.

Fuel System Maintenance

1

See the SERVICE SCHEDULE Page 1–3 for the correct service intervals.

P–11355

To remove water and sediment from the fuel tank, turn the upperstructure until the fuel tank is centered between the tracks.

D 1

Loosen the drain (Item 1) [C] at the bottom of the filter element to drain any water from the fuel filter into a container.

Open the drain valve (Item 1) [D] at the bottom of the fuel tank. Drain contaminated fuel into a container.

Tighten the drain when all the water has been removed.

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FUEL SYSTEM (Cont’d)

A

Fuel Filter Service See the SERVICE SCHEDULE Page 1–3 for the service interval when to replace the fuel filter.

Remove the filter element (Item 1) [A].

2

Clean the area around the filter housing. Put clean oil on the seal of the new filter element. Install the fuel filter and hand tighten.

Remove the air from the fuel filter. (See Removing Air From The Fuel System.)

1 P–11355

Removing Air From The Fuel System

B

After replacing the fuel filter or when the fuel tank has run out of fuel, the air must be removed from the fuel system before starting the engine.

2

Open the vent (Item 2) [A] on the fuel filter housing.

Operate the hand pump (priming bulb) (Item 1) [B] until the fuel flows from the vent with no air bubbles.

Tighten the vent plug (Item 2) [A].

Start the engine. It may be necessary to open the vent (Item 2) [B] at the fuel injection pump. Close the valve after the engine starts running smoothly.

1 P–11357

Always clean up spilled fuel or oil. Keep heat, flames, sparks or lighted tobacco away from fuel and oil. Failure to use care around combustibles can cause explosion or fire which can result in injury or death.

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ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM

A

Checking Engine Oil Check the engine oil every day.

Stop the engine. Open the rear cover.

1

Remove the dipstick (Item 1) [A].

Keep the oil level between the marks on the dipstick.

Use a good quality motor oil that meets the correct API Service Classification. (See FUEL, COOLANT AND LUBRICATION Chart, Page 8–1.)

P–11359

Replacing Oil And Filter

B

See the SERVICE SCHEDULE Page 1–3 for the correct service interval.

Run the engine until it is at operating temperature.

Stop the engine.

Open the rear cover.

1

Remove the drain plug (Item 1) [B] from the oil pan.

Drain the oil into a container.

P–11349

Remove the oil filter (Item 1) [C], using a filter wrench.

C

Clean the filter housing surface. Put clean oil on the filter gasket. Install the new filter and hand tighten only.

Install and tighten the oil drain plug.

1

P–11360

Remove the oil fill cap (Item 1) [D]. Put 7.5 qts. (7,1 L.) of oil into the engine. (See FUEL, COOLANT AND LUBRICANTS Chart, Page 8–1.)

D

Start the engine and let it run for several minutes.

Stop the engine. Check for leaks at the oil filter and the oil drain plug.

Check the oil level and add oil as needed if it is not at the top mark on the dipstick.

1

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COOLING SYSTEM

A

Coolant Level When the engine is cool, the coolant level in the recovery tank (Item 1) [A] must be between the minimum and maximum marks on the recovery tank.

1

2

If the coolant level is low, add premixed coolant to the recovery tank (See type of coolant information below).

Replacing Coolant When the engine is cool, loosen and remove the radiator cap (Item 2) [A].

P–11344

Open the radiator drain valve (Item 1) [B] at bottom of radiator. Drain the coolant into a container.

B

Open the engine block drain valve (Item 2) [B] and drain the coolant into a container.

Remove all coolant from the coolant recovery tank (Item 1) [A] also.

1

After all the coolant is removed, close both drain valves.

Propylene Glycol (Factory Installed)

2

Add premixed coolant; 47% water and 53% propylene glycol to the recovery tank if the coolant level is low.

P–11343

One gallon and one pint of propylene glycol mixed with one gallon of water is the correct mixture of coolant to provide a –34°F (–37°C) freeze protection.

Use a refractometer to check the condition of propylene glycol in your cooling system.

Fill the radiator with the premixed coolant until it is full.

Add coolant to the recovery tank until it is half full.

Run the engine at idle speed for about 5 – 10 minutes to remove the air from the cooling system (leave the radiator cap off during this operation).

Do not remove radiator cap when the engine is hot. You can be seriously burned.

W–2070–1285

Stop the engine. Check the coolant level and add as needed to bring it up to the radiator filler neck. Install the radiator cap and tighten.

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ALTERNATOR BELT

A

Adjustment Stop the engine. Open the engine cover.

The belt should deflect about 0.500 inch (13 mm) when pressed between the water pump pulley and crankshaft pulley with approximately 13 lbs. (58 Nm) of pressure [A].

P–11372

If the tension is not correct remove the two bolts (Item 1) [B] from the side cover. Remove the cover.

B

1

P–11388

Remove the four bolts (Item 1) [C] from the access panel.

Remove the access panel.

C 1

P–11409

Loosen the alternator mount bolt (Item 1) [D].

D

Loosen the alternator adjustment bolt (Item 2) [D].

2

Move the alternator until the belt tension is correct.

Tighten the adjustment and mount bolts.

Replace the belt if it has stretched or there are cracks in the belt. Check the pulley grooves, make sure the belt is not in contact with the bottom of the grooves in the pulleys.

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

A

Checking And Adding Fluid Put the machine on a flat level surface.

Retract the arm and bucket cylinders, put the bucket on the ground and raise the blade. Stop the engine.

2

Open the engine cover.

1

Check the hydraulic fluid level, it must be visible in the sight gauge (Item 1) [A] located on the side of the hydraulic reservoir.

To add fluid, remove the cap from the reservoir (Item 2) [A].

P–11877

Add the correct fluid to the reservoir until it is visible in the sight gauge. (See FUEL, COOLANT AND LUBRICANTS Chart, Page 8–1.)

B

Install the reservoir cap.

Close the engine cover.

1

When replacing the hydraulic fluid, remove the cap (Item 1) [A] and fitting (Item 1) [B].

P–11878

Check the condition of the fill strainer screen (Item 1) [C].

C

Clean or replace as necessary.

1

The screen must be installed in the fill neck when adding oil.

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (Cont’d)

A

Replacing The Hydraulic Fluid See the SERVICE SCHEDULE Page 1–3 for the correct service interval.

Retract the arm and bucket cylinders, lower the bucket to the ground. Stop the engine.

1

Using the start key, unlock the three locks (Item 1) [A] on the left side cover.

P–11351

Tilt the cover away from the excavator and remove [B].

B

P–11352

Remove the drain plug (Item 1) [C] from the bottom of the reservoir.

C

Drain the fluid into a container.

1

Install the drain plug (Item 1) [C].

Add approximately 6.0 gals. (22.7 L) of fluid to the reservoir. (See FUEL, COOLANT AND LUBRICANTS Chart, Page 8–1.)

Run the machine through the hydraulic functions. Stop the engine. Check the fluid level and add as needed.

P–11353

Diesel fuel or hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate skin or eyes, causing serious injury or death. Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible. Use a piece of cardboard or wood to find leaks. Do not use your bare hand. Wear safety goggles. If fluid enters skin or eyes, get immediate medical attention from a physician familiar with this injury.

Always clean up spilled fuel or oil. Keep heat, flames, sparks or lighted tobacco away from fuel and oil. Failure to use care around combustibles can cause explosion or fire which can result in injury or death.

W–2072–0496

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (Cont’d)

A

Replacing the Hydraulic Filter See the SERVICE SCHEDULE Page 1–3 for the correct service interval.

1

Using the start key, unlock the two locks (Item 1) [A] on the right side cover.

1

P–11374

Tilt the cover away from the excavator and remove [B].

B

N–16262

Use a filter wrench and remove the filter element (Item 1) [C].

C

Clean the housing where the filter gasket makes contact.

Put clean hydraulic fluid on the gasket. Install the new filter element and hand tighten only.

1

N–16290

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (Cont’d)

A

Replacing The Case Drain Filter Using the start key, unlock and open the tool box cover (Item 1) [A].

1

P–11377

B

The filter (Item 1) [B] [C] is located in front of the tool box.

1

P–11378

C

Remove the filter element (Item 1) [C].

NOTE: The access cover has been removed for photo clarity.

Clean the housing where the filter gasket makes contact.

Put clean hydraulic fluid on the gasket. Install the new filter element and hand tighten only.

Start the engine. Run the machine through the hydraulic functions. Stop the engine. Check the fluid level at the reservoir and add as needed. Check around the filter for leaks.

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SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER (If Equipped)

A

Cleaning Procedure See the SERVICE SCHEDULE Page 1–3 for the correct service interval.

Do not operate the excavator with a defective exhaust system.

1 P–11417

This excavator is factory equipped with a U.S.D.A. Forestry Service approved spark arrestor muffler. It is necessary to do maintenance on this spark arrestor muffler to keep it in working condition. The spark arrestor muffler must be serviced by dumping the spark chamber every 100 hours of operation.

If this machine is operated on flammable forest, brush or grass covered land, it must be equipped with a spark arrestor attached to the exhaust system and maintained in working order. Failure to do so will be in violation of California State Law, Section 4442 PRC.

When an engine is running in an enclosed area, fresh air must be added to avoid concentration of exhaust fumes. If the engine is stationary, vent the exhaust outside.

Exhaust fumes contain odorless, invisible gases which can kill without warning.

Make reference to local laws and regulations for spark arrestor requirements.

W–2050–1285

Stop engine and allow the muffler to cool before cleaning the spark chamber. Wear safety glasses or goggles. Failure to obey can cause serious injury.

I–2061–0195

Stop the engine. Open the engine cover.

W–2011–1285

Never use machine in atmosphere with explosive dust or gases or where exhaust can contact flammable material. Failure to obey warnings can cause injury or death.

Remove the plug (Item 1) [A] from the bottom of the muffler.

NOTE: Allow the muffler to cool before removing the plug.

W–2068–1285

Start the engine and run for about ten seconds while a second person, wearing safety glasses, holds a piece of wood over the outlet of the muffler. (The carbon deposits will be forced out of the muffler plug hole (Item 1) [A].)

Stop the engine. Install and tighten the plug.

Close the engine cover.

When the engine is running during service, the steering levers must be in neutral.

Failure to do so can cause injury or death.

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TRAVEL MOTOR

A

Checking Oil Level Put the machine on a level surface with the plugs positioned as shown in figure [A].

2

Remove the plug (Item 1) [A]. The oil level should be at the bottom edge of the plug hole.

1

Add gear lube 90W through the hole (Item 2) [A] if the oil level is below the hole. (See FUEL, COOLANT AND LUBRICANT Chart, Page 8–1.)

Install and tighten both plugs.

P–11387

Repeat the procedure for the other side.

Draining And Refilling

B

See the SERVICE SCHEDULE Page 1–3 for the correct service interval.

2

Put the machine on a level surface with the plugs positioned as shown in figure [B].

Remove the bottom plug (Item 1) [B] and top plug (Item 2) [B].

1

After all the gear lube is removed, rotate the drive motor as shown in figure [A].

Add 1.70 quarts (1,6 L) of gear lube 90W to the top plug hole (Item 2) [A] (or until the gear lube level is at the bottom edge of the plug hole (Item 1) [A]). Install and tighten the plugs.

P–11386

Repeat the procedure for the other side.

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LUBRICATION OF THE HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

A

Procedure

3

3

Lubricate the Hydraulic Excavator as specified in the SERVICE SCHEDULE Page 1–3 for the best performance of the machine.

Always use a good quality lithium based multipurpose grease when lubricating the machine. Apply the lubricant until extra grease shows.

2 1

Lubricate the following locations on the Hydraulic Excavator EVERY 8–10 HOURS: Ref.

2 1

Description (# of Fittings)

P–11451

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

Blade Cylinder Rod End (2) [A].

Blade Pivots (2) [A].

Blade Cylinder Base End (2) [A].

B

4 5

Boom Swing Bracket Pivot (3) [B].

Boom Swing Bracket (3) [B].

4

5 4

5

P–11398

6.

7.

8.

C

Boom Base Pivot (1) [C].

Boom Swing Cylinder Rod End (1) [C].

Boom Cylinder Base End (1) [C].

6

8

7 P–11400

9.

10.

Boom Cylinder Rod End (1) [D].

Arm Cylinder Base End (1) [D].

D

10

9 P–11447

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LUBRICATION OF THE HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR (Cont’d)

A

11

Procedure (Cont’d) Ref.

Description (# of Fittings)

11.

12.

13.

Arm Cylinder Rod End (1) [A].

Arm Base Pivot (1) [A].

Bucket Cylinder Base End (1) [A].

12

13

P–11446

14.

15.

Bucket Pivot Pin (1) [B].

Bucket Link Pins (2) [B].

B 15

14

15

P–11362

16.

17.

18.

Bucket Cylinder Rod End (1) [C].

Bucket Link Pivots (2) [C].

X–Change™ Pivot Pin (2) [C].

C

17

16

18 P–11423

19.

Boom Swing Cylinder Base End (1) [D].

D 19

P–11401

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LUBRICATION OF THE HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR (Cont’d)

A

Procedure (Cont’d)

20

20

If the excavator is equipped with the optional lifting clamp, lubricate the following locations on the hydraulic excavator EVERY 8–10 HOURS: Ref.

Description (# of Fittings)

20.

Clamp Pivot Pin (2) [A].

N–15516

21.

Cylinder Rod End (1) [B].

B

21

N–15514

22.

Cylinder Base End (1) [C].

C 22

N–15519

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LUBRICATION OF THE HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR (Cont’d)

A

337ServiceManual(S/N515411001&Above)#6900380–PreventiveMaintenance

Procedure (Cont’d)

23

Lubricate the following locations on the Hydraulic Excavator EVERY 50 HOURS: Ref.

Description (# of Fittings)

23.

Swing Circle Ball Bearings (2) [A].

NOTE: Do not over grease the swing circle or damage to the seals could result. Install four to five pumps of grease from a grease gun into each of the two grease fittings. Rotate the upperstructure 90° and add four to five pumps of grease into each of the two grease fittings.

24.

P–11402

B

Swing Circle Pinion (1) [B].

24 NOTE: Install four pumps of grease from a grease gun into the grease fitting. Rotate the upperstructure 180° and add four more pumps of grease into the grease fitting.

P–11399

HEATER AIR FILTER (With Cab Option Only)

C

Cleaning Procedure See the SERVICE SCHEDULE Page 1–3 for the correct service interval.

1

Using the start key, unlock and remove the left side panel.

Remove the air filter (Item 1) [C].

Clean the filter element with compressed air only.

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HYDRAULIC SECTION Page Number ARM CYLINDER Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–131 Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–130 AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC VALVE Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Foot Pedal Disassembly and Assembly (Later Model) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Foot Pedal Disassembly and Assembly (Early Model) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Removal and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

2–113 2–106 2–111 2–108 2–111 2–106

AUXILIARY SELECTOR VALVE Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–148 Disassembly And Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–149 Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–148 BLADE CYLINDER Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–135 Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–134 BOOM CYLINDER Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–129 Removal and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–127 BOOM SWING CYLINDER Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–137 Removal and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–136 BOOM SWING LOCK VALVE Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–118 2–115 2–116 2–115 2–115

BUCKET CYLINDER Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–133 Removal and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–132 CONTROL PATTERN SELECTOR VALVE Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–147 Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–146 DUAL SEQUENCE VALVE Disassembly and Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–105 Removal and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–105

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HYDRAULIC SECTION (Cont’d) Page Number HYDRAULIC CONTROL VALVE Blade Valve Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Boom Swing and Travel Valve Sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bucket, Arm, Boom and Auxiliary Valve Sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Control Valve Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Disassembly and Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mid–Inlet Isolator Spool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mid–Inlet Valve Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Swing and Second Auxiliary Valve Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–81 2–83 2–85 2–72 2–73 2–71 2–82 2–68 2–79

HYDRAULIC CYLINDER Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–140 Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–138 HYDRAULIC GEAR PUMP (S/N 515411001 –12249 And 230611001 – 11067) Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–55 2–53 2–52 2–12

HYDRAULIC GEAR PUMP (S/N 515412250 & Above And 230611068 & Above) Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–60 2–58 2–57 2–12

HYDRAULIC PISTON PUMP Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Coupler Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pump Control Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pump Control Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pump Control Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pump Control Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Torque Limiter Valve Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Torque Limiter Valve Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Torque Limiter Valve Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Torque Limiter Valve Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Torque Limiter Valve Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Initial Torque Limiter Valve Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–40 2–33 2–22 2–32 2–50 2–49 2–48 2–49 2–21 2–28 2–25 2–31 2–23 2–24 2–30

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HYDRAULIC SECTION (Cont’d) Page Number HYDRAULIC PUMPS Adjusting The Pump Compensator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting The Pump Stand By Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Testing The Hydraulic Gear Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Testing The Pump Compensator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Testing Pump Stand By Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Testing The Torque Limiter For Flow At Maximum Pressure . . . . . . . .

Testing The Torque Limiter Load Sense Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Testing The Torque Limiter For Pressure At Maximum Flow . . . . . . . .

2–14 2–15 2–12 2–14 2–15 2–19 2–19 2–16

HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–124 HYDRAULIC SERVICE INFORMATION Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–10 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting The Cylinder Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting The Hydraulic Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting The Swing (Slew) Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting The Travel Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–6 2–5 2–7 2–8

JOYSTICK CONTROL CHANGE I.S.O. To Standard Control Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–145 Standard To I.S.O. Control Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–145 LIFTING CLAMP CYLINDER (IF Equipped) Removal and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–126 MAIN RELIEF VALVES Pressure Setting And Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pressure Setting And Adjustment (3900 PSI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Removal and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Load Sense Relief Valve (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–63 2–64 2–65 2–64

OIL COOLER Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–123 PORT RELIEF VALVES Adjustment Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–67 Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–66 Port Relief Valve Pressure Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–66

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HYDRAULIC SECTION (Cont’d) Page Number PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE (Without Accumulator) Assembly (S/N 515411001 – 12052 & 230611001 – 11203) . . . . . . . .

Assembly (S/N 515411001 – 12052 & 230611001 – 11203) . . . . . . . .

Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Disassembly (S/N 515411001 – 12052 & 230611001 – 11203) . . . . .

Disassembly (S/N 515411001 – 12052 & 230611001 – 11203) . . . . .

Parts Identification (S/N 515411001 – 12052 & 230611001 – 11203) Parts Identification (S/N 515411001 – 12052 & 230611001 – 11203) Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Testing (S/N 515411497 –12053 & 230611001 – 11203) . . . . . . . . . . .

Testing (S/N 515411496 & Below) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Testing (S/N 515412053 & Above & 230611204 & Above) . . . . . . . . .

2–93 2–101 2–89 2–85 2–99 2–90 2–98 2–89 2–95 2–96 2–97 2–103

PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE (With Accumulator) Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parts Identification (S/N 515411001 – 12052 & 230611001 – 11203) Parts Identification (S/N 515412053 & Above & 230611204 & Above) Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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