AGT DY14 User manual

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PRODUCT MANUAL
AGT-DY14 Excavator 14-Paragon With Thumb Clamp
Please read the product manual completely before
assembly
Check against the parts list to make sure all parts are
received
Wear proper safety goggles or other protective gears while
in assembly
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WARNING

Preface
Dear users:
Thank you for your trust and love for our products ！
The mini-excavator manufactured by the Company is a small excavator
which is mainly used for the excavation operation, hoisting as well as loading and
unloading. The mini- excavator has compact design structure, proper power, good
product stability and high-cost performance, and meets the requirements of
excavation, loading and unloading under different operating conditions such as
plains, hills and forest areas. The mini-excavator is suitable for use in
brick and tile factories, kiln factories, river courses, buildings, as well as desilting
and road construction, which is the most ideal construction mini- excavator for
farmland operation and small projects.
This manual is a operating manual prepared for the safe and efficient operation of
the machine.
Before operating this machine, always read this manual and fully understand the
operation, inspection and maintenance until you have full knowledge.
All data, charts and technical specifications in this manual use the latest product
data available when this manual is published.The Company reserves the right to
change at any time without further notice.
If accidentally operating the machine, it will result in serious injury or death.
Operators and maintenance personnel should carefully read this manual and fully
understand its contents before performing the operation or maintenance of the
machine.
For easy access, keep this manual properly for regular reading by qualified
machine operators.
Please operate the machine after fully understanding the contents of this manual.
Please keep this manual within reach and read it repeatedly.
If this manual is lost or damaged, please order it immediately from us or our
agents.
When transferring this machine, please transfer this manual together to facilitate
the proper use of the next owner.
For safety, please be sure to read the "safety- related precautions" described in this
book.
Manufacturer’s requirements
Pledge
The quality assurance scope of this machine shall be subject to the quality
warranty provided by the manufacturer.Where the failure of the machine is the
responsibility of the manufacturer.
For example, loss of normal function and operation failure, repaired by the
manufacturer free of charge. The Department is not responsible for the loss of normal
function and machine failure due to user negligence or failure to follow the
instructions of this manual.
If the user considers a problem in the service, please contact the company after
sale.

User attention
If the contents of this manual do not consistent with the machine you use or have
any other questions, please contact your company immediately after sale.
Security related information
Most of the accidents related to operation operations, inspection, maintenance,
and repair operations are caused by basic negligent safety precautions and hazard
forecasts.
Accidents can be prevented in the bud by predicting dangerous
conditions. Therefore, attention must be paid to the location and type of danger. ( To
properly perform such operations, you must have the specified training, techniques,
and tools. )
Improper operation operation and improper inspection and maintenance
operations are very dangerous and will lead to personal injury accidents.
Please carefully read all the safety precautions, warnings and accident precautions
documented in this manual and machine and understand the contents until fully
mastered, otherwise absolutely not Ability of machine operation and inspection and
maintenance operations. If these warnings will cause personal casualties, be attention.
The safety tips of this manual, the safety signs used on this machine, distinguish
the extent of the possible hazards by the following warnings. Also includes
Prevention methods to avoid danger.
The Company cannot predict all hazards of operation, inspection and maintenance
in all environments. Therefore, the warnings indicated on this manual and this
machine do not cover all cases. If the operation, inspection and maintenance are not
involved in this manual, please consider the necessary safety precautions by
themselves. Users are personally responsible to take the necessary safety measures.
Safety Regarding proper maintenance and maintenance of the machine. The
recommendations are printed in the relevant sections of operation and maintenance in
this manual. Poor maintenance or maintenance steps are dangerous and can lead to
injury or death.Read and understand sections of operation and repair before any
maintenance or repair.
Maintenance personnel or technicians may not be familiar with many systems of
the machine, so special attention when performing services. When loading and
unloading any part.
It is important to have the knowledge of the system and components.
Many machines have parts size or weight, maintenance personnel or mechanics
can find information in this manual, and suitable cranes should be used when
removing any parts.
With.
The following are the basic things to note:
1 . All warnings, notices, and signs shall be read before operation, maintenance, or
repair.
2 . Wear goggles and feet when working around any part of the machine or any
accessory parts such as a crusher or a heavy hammer shoes. For welding work, wear
welding gloves, head covers, apron guards and other protective overalls as

appropriate. Don' t wear it loose or broken damaged clothes. Remove all of the rings
while working off the machine.
3 . Remove the battery negative line and hang the "Do not operate" sign in front of
the cab before repairing the machine.
4 . When repairing the machine, park the machine as hard as possible and fix the
machine so that it is working above or below the machine will not slide.
Do not operate the machine until you read and understand this
manual. Because the incorrect operation of the machine is dangerous and
can result in injury or death.
5 . During any decomposition, the machine does not work if it is simply
suspended. The machine must be stably supported or fixed before being on the
machine work.
6 . Release the pressure (e. g., air, oil, cooling water system, etc.) before removing
any line, plug, or related components.
7 . Before doing any work on the machine, drop the ground. If some components
cannot fall to the ground, determine whether they are properly fixed to avoid
accidental falls.
8 . Use the steps, railings, and walkways when going up and down the machine.To
remove the above debris before use, and face the step stairs and walkway. If the
designed auxiliary equipment cannot be used, please prepare an additional ladder,
eagle frame or work platform for safe repair or operation
9 . To avoid waist injury, use a sling for heavy parts of over 23 kg ( 5 0 lbs). And
determine whether all the chains, hooks, etc., are in the normal use state.
10. Pay attention to the hot part of the machine to avoid burns.
1 1. Be careful when removing the cover plate.Gradually remove the last two bolts
or caps, pay attention to the spring or other pressure components before complete
removal.
12. Use special care when opening the water tank cap, oil cap, and other plugs.For
example, avoid a liquid with pressure pouring out, because this condition is quite
dangerous.
13. The tools should be kept in good condition.Know the tools for any work.
1 4. Reinstall the fixed clip with the same part number, and do not use secondary
products if it must be replaced.
15. Appropriate reference materials shall be provided for welding and
repair. Welding technicians shall have sufficient training and relevant knowledge.
1 6 . Do not damage the wire when removing, and take careful not to damage the
wire when reinstalling.Be careful not to touch the liquid when connecting the wire.
17. Before starting the repair, determine that all protective covers and other
devices have been properly installed. Double down if the protection device must be
removed during repair pay attention to.
18. During maintenance or repair, hold the arms, and place them on the ground.

1 9 . Relax or damaged fuel pipes, oil pipes and hydraulic pipes are dangerous. So
you should wear work clothes at work, but do not wear loose or damaged clothes
service, because the hydraulic oil pipe may cause a fire. Do not fold or tap the high
pressure pipe, damaged pipe do not use again. Please do not measure the leak by
hand. Because the very small pinhole can not be seen by the naked eye, and it may be
injured by emitting high- pressure liquid at high speed. Use sheets of paper or splints to
find out the location of the pinhole.
2 0. Each oil pipe joint shall be tightened with the correct torque
wrench.Determine that all heat insulation plates, clamclips and covers are in safe
condition. Avoid overheating, vibration, or friction with other components during
operation.
2 1 . If any rotating part is damaged or interfered with any other part, the machine
operation must be stopped.
22. Special attention should be paid to crawler machines during repair or
decomposition.Because plug pins or debris may fly out during loading and
unloading. When the machine sprocket of the machine is removed, the machineIt may
move unexpectedly. So place barriers to prevent the machine from moving and moving
away from the front and rear of the machine.
2 3. Special care should be taken when there are asbestos fibres on the parts. This
dust will cause harm to the body if inhaled. If asbestos fibers are found in
components, the following points must be noted:
a. Do not use compressed air cleaning components
b. Avoid brushing grindstone cotton fiber materials
c. Use wet cleaning or vacuum equipment with a hePA screen when cleaning
d. Use exhaust fan when working for a long time
e. Wear protective mask if there is no other way to control dust
f. Comply with workplace rules
g. Dispose of asbestos fibre waste in accordance with environmental regulations
h. Avoid asbestos-prone areas, especially when filled with air

Table of Contents
Safety precautions....................................................................................... 1
Precautions before preparation and during start-up....................................6
Schematic diagram for safety signs:........................................................... 8
Precautions during operation.................................................................... 14
Traction precautions:.................................................................................20
Hydraulic breaking hammer......................................................................22
Precautions when stopping:...................................................................... 24
Precautions during transportation:............................................................ 25
Maintenance precautions...........................................................................27
Regular inspection and maintenance:....................................................... 29
Waste disposal:.......................................................................................... 33

Safety precautions
It is your responsibility to comply with the safety regulations and laws of relevant
departments, and to operate, inspect and maintain the mini- excavator as required by
the manufacturer.
In fact, all accidents are caused by non- compliance with basic safety regulations
and precautions. Most accidents can be avoided by identifying potential hazardous
situations in advance.
Please read and understand all safety information on how to prevent accidents. Do
not operate the mini- excavator until you are sure that you know how to operate,
inspect and maintain the mini- excavator correctly.
Compliance with all safety regulations: the mini-excavator must be operated,
inspected and maintained by trained and qualified personnel; All rules, regulations,
precautions and safety measures must be understood and observed during operation,
inspection and maintenance of the mini-excavator; Do not operate, inspect or maintain
the mini- excavator if the operator is under the influence of alcohol, medicines, drugs,
fatigue or lack of sleep.
When the mini- excavator is in an abnormal status: in the process of operation or
inspection and maintenance of the mini-excavator, if the mini-excavator is found to be
in an abnormal status ( there are noise, vibration, peculiar smell, oil leakage, and false
alarm, etc.), the operation should be stopped immediately and the mini-excavator
should be shut down. Do not operate the mini-excavator until exceptions are removed.
Operating temperature: in order to maintain the performance of the
mini-excavator and avoid premature wear, please observe the following operating
conditions: If the outdoor temperature exceeds + 45 °C or is lower than - 15°C, do
not operate the mini- excavator; If the outdoor temperature exceeds + 4 5 °C, the
engine may overheat, resulting in the degradation of engine oil performance. Moreover,
the hydraulic oil may become very hot and cause damage to the hydraulic equipment;
If operating at an outdoor temperature below - 15 °C, rubber parts such as gaskets
may harden, resulting in premature wear or damage of the mini- excavator; If the
mini- excavator is operated beyond the above outdoor temperature, please consult the
sales or after- sales service personnel. Please wear appropriate clothes and protective
equipment (as shown in the figure).

Do not wear loose clothing or decorations that may be hung on the control lever.
Avoid collision with the operating handle, thus resulting in operation and collision
with mini- excavator.
Wear safety shoes, helmets, safety glasses, filter masks, gloves, ear protection and
other protective equipment according to the requirements of the working
environment.
Before the mini- excavator is operated, please go around it and check whether
there are people or obstacles around it.
Installation of fire extinguisher
Do a good job in fire and accident handling, and correctly
use fire extinguishers.
Do not remove safety devices: please make sure that all
protective barriers, etc. are installed in place and secure.
Before the mini-excavator is operated, please check
whether the safety device is secure.
When the excavation operation is completed or the operation of the
mini- excavator is stopped, the bucket of the mini- excavator should be lowered to the
ground and the key should be removed.

Arrangement of signalman and flagman
Learn how to use the gestures required in a specific job and identify the person
who are responsible for making gestures.
All person must fully understand all gestures.
The operator must only make a respond to the gesture of the designated person,
but must obey the shutdown gesture issued by anyone at any time.
The signalman must stand in a clear and visible place at the time of sending a
signal.

Avoidance of fire and explosion hazards
Do not smoke or have open flames when operation the mini- excavator with fuel
or fuel systems. Do not carry fire sources, inflammable and explosive articles.
Do not leave the operation site when replenishing fuel or lubricating oil to the
mini- excavator. Do not remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel when the engine is
running or has not cooled down. In addition, do not splash fuel on hot surfaces or
electronic system components of the mini- excavator.
Before the mini- excavator is operated, if there is oil stains on the surface of the
mini- excavator, please check the mini-excavator for oil leakage. After confirming that
there is no oil leakage, wipe it clean and then start the mini-excavator.
Remove all garbage or sundries in the mini- excavator and ensure that no greasy
rags or other inflammables are placed on the mini-excavator.
Handle all kinds of solvents or dry chemicals ( foam extinguishers) in a
well- ventilated area according to the procedures marked on the manufacturer' s
containers.
Do not use fuel for cleaning purposes, always use nonflammable solvents.
Keep all flammable liquids and materials in a safe and well ventilated place.
If the electronic system is short circuited, it may cause a fire. Regularly check
whether the wires in the electronic system are loose or damaged. Re- tighten the loose
connectors and cable clips. Repair or replace damaged wires.
Pipeline and oil circuit: regularly check the pipeline and oil circuit. Ensure that
the clamps, protective devices and buffer pads of hoses and pipes are firmly fixed. If

there is looseness, the hose or pipe will be damaged due to vibration or contact with
other parts during operation. This may cause high- pressure oil to be sprayed out, thus
causing fire or injury.
Protection against harmful gases
When working in poor ventilation or sealed environment, pay attention to wearing
protective masks and adding exhaust devices.
When working in a dusty environment, you must wear a dust mask. Do not work
in a dusty environment for a long time, which may cause damage to the body.
Be careful of crushing
Do not place your hands, feet or other body parts in the middle of the caterpillar
band of the mini-excavator. When the mini-excavator is started, it is strictly prohibited
to stand other personnel within the operation radius and stack objects that hinder the
operation of the mini-excavator. Avoid bumping and crushing damage.

Precautions before preparation and during start-up
Precautions for preparation before operation:
Understand the operation environment: before operation, understand the operation
area to ensure operation safety.
Check the terrain and ground conditions in the operation area, check the building
structure during indoor operation, and take safety measures if necessary. Remove
dangerous objects and obstacles in ditches, underground pipelines, trees, cliffs,
overhead power lines, falling rocks and landslides.
Precautions during starting:
Before operating the mini- excavator, walk around the mini- excavator and make
sure there are no other workers or obstructions within the rotation radius of the
mini- excavator.
Climb up/ down the foot pedal by means of facing the mini-excavator and hold the

handrail, support your weight in a three- point safe posture ( hands and feet) . Do not
pull the control operation lever.
Check whether there are " do not operate it" warning signs or similar signs on the
cab, brake or start switch. If such warning signs exist, please do not start the engine or
touch any operating lever. Contact relevant personnel to confirm whether the
mini- excavator can be used normally. After confirmation, please you fasten the safety
belt. Honk the horn to warn people around the mini- excavator. Make sure that the
operating lever is in the middle position before starting the mini-excavator.
After starting the engine, make sure that the mini- excavator is operated without
personnel or obstacles. If any fault is found, shut down according to the program and
report the fault.
• Preheat the starter and hydraulic oil. Warning sign
Before starting the
mini- excavator,
Please fasten your seat
• Check whether there is noise in the mini-excavator.
• Test the engine speed control.
• Operate the controls to ensure that they can work properly.
Use in cold climates
Be careful of freezing in severe cold weather. The ground, pedal and handle are
very slippery.
In severe cold weather, do not touch any metal part of the mini- excavator with
bare hands. The skin will freeze on the metal and cause serious injury.
Do not use ethyl acetate or starting fluid on the engine. Starting fluid can cause
explosion and serious injury or death.
• Check whether all instruments and
alarm devices work normally. belt

Preheat engine and hydraulic fluid. In cold weather, after the mini- excavator is
started, the engine should idle for 2 to 5 minutes. If the control lever is operated
without warm- up, the mini- excavator will not react or move quickly or properly,
which may cause accidents.
Schematic diagram for safety signs:
1 . Precautions for adjusting caterpillar band tension: this sign is located on both
sides of caterpillar band beam.
The pressure in the oil cylinder of the belt tensioner is very high. Adjustment or
disassembly of the belt tensioner must be carried out in accordance with the operator's
manual. Incorrect operation may cause personal injury.
2.The grease filling sign is located on the key structure lubrication diagram:
3 .Pay attention to warning signs such as precautions for diesel replacement,
loading warning, movement and operation warning, high- voltage line, reading
instructions, road lock and height warning signs. These signs are located on the oil
seat cover.

4. Sign away from turning area:
This sign is located on the rear counterweight.
▲ No one is allowed to stand within the rotating area of the mini-excavator.
▲ Do not damage or remove the sign from the mini-excavator.
5. Fuel sign:
This sign is located at the fuel tank filler.
▲Turn off the engine when filling fuel, and
keep away from all open flames when filling fuel.
▲Pay attention to view the precautions on the
fuel label.
▲Do not damage or remove the sign from the
mini- excavator.
6.Precautions for use of battery:
This sign is located on the foot pedal above the
battery (pay attention to watch this sign)

7 . No one is allowed to stand in the operation area: this sign is located on both
sides of the working arm.
8 . Stay away from the excavation area: this sign is located on both sides of the
bucket arm.

9 . Hydraulic tank sign: this sign is located on the housing at the hydraulic oil
tank.
1 0 . Danger sign for hydraulic oil tank : this sign is located on the tank cover
plate.
The precautions recorded in this manual and the label with symbol posted
on the mini- excavator are important items that may lead to personal accidents. If the
label with symbol is dirty or falls off, you must purchase it from the local sales
store and post it in the designated position.

Sign on precautions
The operation manual determines the matters needing special attention when using
the mini- excavator as follows:
It means that failure to observe the precautions will result in death or serious injury.
It means that failure to observe the precautions will result in death or serious injury.
It means there is a risk of injury ifprecautions are not followed.
Precaution It means that if the precautions are not observed, the mini-excavator will be damaged or
cause failure.
Supplemen It means other supplementary instructions that are helpful for use.
Before using the mini- excavator, please read and understand the operation manual
carefully to ensure safe operation. For safe operation, please observe the above
precautions and attach the supplement sign here to ensure safety first.
1. Battery maintenance sign:
Note: when the machine is not in use, please turn off the power switch in time to
prevent the loss of battery power to bring you unnecessary trouble.
2. Daily inspection:
▲ please confirm whether there are
abnormal faults (such as oil leakage, loose bolts
and nuts, loose electrical wiring, end wires,
terminals, etc.) during the last use.
If there is a fault, please dispose it
accordingly.
▲Please use the specified brand for fuel

and grease.
3 . Operation diagram for working device
▲ Check whether the mini- excavator control mode is consistent with that
indicated on the label. If there is a difference, replace the label before operating the
mini- excavator to match the mini- excavator control mode.
▲ If the mini- excavator is not operated according to this procedure, it may cause
casualties ( refer to the operation warning).
Mechanical operating system ( forehand)
4 . When pulling up the bucket, no one is allowed to
enter under the bucket.
When pulling up the bucket, please do not touch the
overhead wires or obstacles. In particular, death may be
caused by electric shock when touching wires, so please
pay attention to this matter.
5 . Take safety as the guideline, do not drive
when you are drinking, taking medicine and in
poor health, otherwise it will cause accidents.
6.The exhaust port of the engine is very hot.
Do not touch it to avoid scalding.

Precautions during operation of the mini-excavator:
Ensure good line of sight: when working in a dark place, turn on the work lights
and headlights of the mini-excavator, and install additional lighting, ifnecessary.
When the line of sight is poor due to bad
weather (fog, snow, rain or haze), stop operating the
mini-excavator until the line of sight improves.
Do not carry people on the mini- excavator: no
one is allowed to stand on any part of the
mini- excavator at any time when the mini- excavator
is walking or operating.
Confirm the performance limits of the
mini-excavator. It is forbidden to engage in work
beyond the working range of the mini-excavator,
which is easy to cause injury to personnel or objects.
The signalman is responsible for sending safety signals at the shoulder, narrow
place or blocked line of sight. Do not allow anyone to enter the turning radius and
path of the mini- excavator. you can use the horn to express your intention to move the
mini- excavator. Since there is a blind area in the rear of the mini- excavator, please
check the safety of the rear and make sure that there is no one behind it.
Before operating the propel lever / pedal, make sure that the bulldozer is located
in front of the driver' s seat. Remember that when the bulldozer is located behind the
driver' s seat, the operation direction of the propel lever / pedal must be opposite to
that of the bulldozer in front of the driver's cab.
Safe walking
The bulldozer blade should be raised when walking
Avoid crossing obstacles as much as possible. If this is necessary, keep the bucket
unit close to the ground, and walk it slowly. Do not cross obstacles that will tilt the
mini-excavator by 10 ° or more.