(Note: Do not tear off the form. Copy it for us- age.): Publications Marketing & Product Support Hitachi Construction Machinery Co. Ltd. TEL: 81-29-832-7084 FAX: 81-29-831-1162 • This manual contains the revision information to the 10, June 2008.
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INTRODUCTION PAGE NUMBER • Each page has a number, located on the center lower part of the page, and each number contains the following information: Example : T 1-3-5 Consecutive Page Number for Each Group Group Number Section Number T: Technical Manual W: Workshop Manual SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL AND HEADLINE NOTATIONS...
INTRODUCTION UNITS USED • SI Units (International System of Units) are used in Example : 24.5 MPa (250 kgf/cm , 3560 psi) this manual. MKSA system units and English units are also A table for conversion from SI units to other system indicated in parenthheses just behind SI units.
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SAFETY RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION • This is the SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. • When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury. • Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices. 001-E01A-0688 SA-688 UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS...
SAFETY FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Carefully read and follow all safety signs on the machine and all safety messages in this manual. • Safety signs should be installed, maintained and replaced when necessary. • If a safety sign or this manual is damaged or missing, order a replacement from your author- ized dealer in the same way you order other replacement parts (be sure to state machine...
SAFETY PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES • Be prepared if a fire starts or if an accident occurs. • Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher on hand. • Thoroughly read and understand the label at- tached on the fire extinguisher to use it properly. •...
SAFETY PROTECT AGAINST NOISE • Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing. • Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortably loud noises. 006-E01A-0434 SA-434 INSPECT MACHINE •...
SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS FOR CAB • Before entering the cab, thoroughly remove all dirt and/or oil from the soles of your work boots. If any controls such as a pedal is operated while with dirt and/or oil on the soles of the operator’s work boots the operator’s foot may slip off the pedal, possibly resulting in a personal accident.
SAFETY USE HANDHOLDS AND STEPS • Falling is one of the major causes of personal injury. • When you mounting and dismounting the ma- chine, always face the machine and maintain a three-point contact with the steps and handrails. • Do not use any controls as hand-holds.
SAFETY FASTEN YOUR SEAT BELT • If the machine should overturn, the operator may become injured and/or thrown from the cab. Additionally the operator may be crushed by the overturning machine, resulting in serious injury or death. • Prior to operating the machine, thoroughly examine webbing, buckle...
SAFETY OPERATE ONLY FROM OPERATOR'S SEAT • Inappropriate engine starting procedures may cause the machine to runaway, possibly resulting in serious injury or death. • Start the engine only when seated in the operator's seat. • NEVER start the engine while standing on the track or on ground.
SAFETY KEEP RIDERS OFF MACHINE • Riders on machine are subject to injury such as being struck by foreign objects and being thrown off the machine. • Only the operator should be on the machine. Keep riders off. • Riders also obstruct the operator’s view, resulting in the machine being operated in an unsafe manner.
SAFETY DRIVE MACHINE SAFELY • Before driving the machine, always confirm that the travel levers/pedals direction corresponds to the direction you wish to drive. • Be sure to detour around any obstructions. • Avoid traveling over obstructions. Soil, fragments of rocks, and/or metal pieces may scatter around the machine.
SAFETY AVOID INJURY FROM ROLLAWAY ACCIDENTS • Death or serious injury may result if you attempt to mount or stop a moving machine. To avoid rollaways: • Select level ground when possible to park machine. • Do not park the machine on a grade. •...
SAFETY AVOID INJURY FROM BACK-OVER AND SWING ACCIDENTS • If any person is present near the machine when backing swinging upperstructure, the machine may hit or run over that person, resulting in serious injury or death. To avoid back-over and swing accidents: •...
SAFETY AVOID TIPPING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO JUMP CLEAR OF TIPPING MACHINE---SERIOUS FATAL CRUSHING INJURIES WILL RESULT MACHINE WILL TIP OVER FASTER THAN YOU CAN JUMP FREE FASTEN YOUR SEAT BELT • The danger of tipping is always present when operating on a grade, possibly resulting in serious SA-012 injury or death.
SAFETY AVOID POWER LINES • Serious injury or death can result if the machine or front attachments are not kept a safe distance from electric lines. • When operating near an electric line, NEVER move any part of the machine or load closer than 3 m (10 ft) plus twice the line insulator length.
SAFETY PROTECT AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS • If flying debris hit eyes or any other part of the body, serious injury may result. • Guard against injury from flying pieces of metal or debris; wear goggles or safety glasses. • Keep bystanders away from the working area before striking any object.
SAFETY HANDLE FLUIDS SAFELY-AVOID FIRES • Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. If fuel ignites, an explosion and/or a fire may occur, possibly resulting in serious injury or death. • Do not refuel the machine while smoking or when near open flame or sparks.
SAFETY SAFETY TRANSPORTING • danger tipping present when loading/unloading the machine onto/from a truck or trailer bed. • Be sure to observe local regulations when transporting the machine on public roads. • Provide an appropriate truck or trailer for transporting the machine. Take the following precautions when loading / unloading the machine: 1) Select firm level ground.
SAFETY PRACTICE SAFE MAINTENANCE To avoid accidents: • Understand service procedures before doing work. • Keep work area clean and dry. • Do not spray water or steam inside cab. • Never lubricate or service the machine while it is moving.
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SAFETY • If a maintenance procedure must be performed with the engine running, do not leave machine unattended. • If the machine must be raised, maintain a 90 to 110 angle between the boom and arm. Securely support any machine elements that must be raised for service work.
SAFETY WARN OTHERS OF SERVICE WORK • Unexpected machine movement can cause serious injury. • Before performing any work on the machine, at- tach a “Do Not Operate” tag on the control lever. This tag is available from your authorized dealer. SS2045102 SUPPORT MACHINE PROPERLY •...
SAFETY PREVENT PARTS FROM FLYING • Grease in the track adjuster is under high pressure. Failure to follow the precautions below may result in serious injury, blindness, or death. • Do not attempt to remove GREASE FITTING or VALVE ASSEMBLY. •...
SAFETY PREVENT BURNS Hot spraying fluids: • After operation, engine coolant is hot and under pressure. Hot water or steam is contained in the engine, radiator and heater lines. Skin contact with escaping hot water or steam can cause severe burns. •...
SAFETY AVOID HIGH-PRESSURE FLUIDS • Fluids such as diesel fuel or hydraulic oil under pressure can penetrate the skin or eyes causing serious injury, blindness or death. • Avoid this hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. •...
SAFETY PREVENT FIRES Check for Oil Leaks: • Fuel, hydraulic oil and lubricant leaks can lead to fires. • Check for oil leaks due to missing or loose clamps, kinked hoses, lines or hoses that rub against each other, damage to the oil-cooler, and loose oil-cooler flange bolts.
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