Case CONSTRUCTION 3 Series User manual

North American English
Part Number 87538948 NA
Printed in U.S.A. • Bur
CNH AMERICA LLC
700 STATE STREET
RACINE, WI 53404 U.S.A.
CRAWLER DOZER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Issued 10-2006
87538948 NA
1150K
SERIES 3

1150K
SERIES 3
CRAWLER DOZER
OPERATORS MANUAL
READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOUND IN THIS
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATINGTHE MACHINE.
Bur • Issued 10-2006
Printed in U.S.A. • Book/Form Number 87538948 NA
Copyright © 2006. CNH America, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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TECHNICAL MANUALS
Manuals are available from your Dealer for the operation, service, and repair of your machine.
Contact your Dealer for assistance in obtaining the manuals for your machine.Your Dealer can expedite your order for
Operator’s Manuals, Parts Catalogs, Service Manuals, and maintenance records.
Always give the Machine Name, Model, and P. I.N. (Product Identification Number) or S. N. (Serial Number) of your
machine so your Dealer can provide the correct manuals for your machine.
THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL INDICATES IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES IN THIS MANUAL.
WHENYOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, CAREFULLY READ THE MESSAGE THAT FOLLOWS AND BE ALERT
TO THE POSSIBILITY OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Safety Decals on this machine use the words Danger, Warning, or Caution, which are defined as follows:
·
DANGER: Indicates an immediate hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
The color associated with Danger is RED.
·
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
The color associated with Warning is ORANGE.
·
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. The color associated with Caution is YELLOW.
If Safety Decals on this machine are ISO two panel Pictorial, decals are defined as follows:
·
The first panel indicates the nature of the hazard.
·
The second panel indicates the appropriate avoidance of the hazard.
·
Background color is YELLOW
·
Prohibition symbols such as and if used, are RED.
STOP
IMPROPER OPERATION OF THIS MACHINE CAN CAUSE DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY. BEFORE USING THIS
MACHINE, MAKE CERTAIN THAT EVERY OPERATOR:
·
Is instructed in safe and proper use of the machine.
·
Reads and understands the Manual(s) pertaining to the machine.
·
Reads and understands ALL Safety Decals on the machine.
·
Clears the area of other persons.
·
Learns and practices safe use of machine controls in a safe, clear area before operating this machine on a job
site.
It is your responsibility to observe pertinent laws and regulations and follow instructions on machine operation and
maintenance.
87538948 NA1150K SERIES 3
10-2006
First Edition
REVISION HISTORY
RemarksIssue Issue Date Applicable Machines
Any use of editorial or pictorial content is strictly prohibited without express written permission from
CNH America, LLC. Racine, WI 53403 U.S.A..
CNH America, LLC reserves the right to make improvements in design or changes in specifications at any time without incurring any
obligation to install them on units previously sold.
All data given in this publication is subject to production variations. Dimensions and weights are only approximate. Illustrations do not
necessarily show products in standard condition.For exact information about any particular product, please consult your Dealer
CALIFORNIA
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
and other reproductive harm.
Battery post, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
TO THE OWNER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
RIGHT, LEFT, FRONT, AND REAR OF THE MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
MACHINE COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
CHAPTER 2
SAFETY AND SAFETY DECALS
TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
SAFETY AND SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
CHAPTER 3
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
BRAKE, DECELERATOR AND FOOTREST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
PARKING BRAKES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
DIRECTION CONTROL LEVER,TRANSMISSION CONTROL, HAND THROTTLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
DOZER BLADE CONTROL LEVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
RIPPER CONTROL LEVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
OPERATORS SEAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
OPERATORS SEAT BELT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 3-24
CHAPTER 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
RUN-IN PERIOD OF A NEW MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
ENGINE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
CRAWLER OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
MOVING A DISABLED CRAWLER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
OPERATING IN HOT WEATHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
OPERATING IN COLD WEATHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
BOOSTER BATTERY CONNECTION TO MACHINE BATTERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
TILTING THE CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
DOZER OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
TRACK SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
FACTORS CONTROLLING UNDERCARRIAGE WEAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
CHAPTER 5
LUBRICATION, FILTERS, AND FLUIDS
TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
CHAPTER 6
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
ROLL-OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
MACHINE CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
ADJUSTING THE RIPPER SHANKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
DOZER BLADE PITCH ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
FIRE EXTINGUISHER MOUNTING (IF EQUIPPED) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
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MACHINE STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
CHAPTER 7
ELECTRICAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 7-1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
CHAPTER 8
SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 8-1
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
TRANSPORT LENGTH AND WIDTH WITH BLADE FULLY ANGLED 25 DEGREES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
OPERATING DATA AND DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
OPERATING DATA AND DIMENSIONS - RIPPER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
CHAPTER 9
INDEX
CHAPTER 10
AFTER DELIVERY CHECK - DEALER COPY .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
AFTER DELIVERY CHECK - OWNERS COPY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
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GENERAL INFORMATION
TO THE OWNER
BD06G104 Figure 1
K SERIES CRAWLER
This manual contains important information about the safe operation, adjustment and maintenance of your Case
Crawler. Refer to the Detail Index at the end of this manual for locating specific items about your machine. The
Crawler conforms to current safety regulations.
Use this manual as a guide. Your Crawler will remain a reliable working tool as long as it is kept in good working
condition and serviced properly.
Do Not operate or permit anyone to operate or service this machine until you or the other persons have read and
understand the safety, operation and maintenance instructions in this manual. Use only trained operators who have
demonstrated the ability to operate and service this machine correctly and safely.
This Crawler, with standard equipment and authorized attachments, is intended to be used for above ground
material handling.
Do Not use this machine for any application or purposeother than those described in this manual. Consult an
authorized dealer of the Case Corporation on changes, additions or modifications that can be required for this
machine to comply with various country regulations and safety requirements. Unauthorized modifications will
cause serious injury or death. Anyone making such unauthorized modifications is responsible for the
consequences.
This Operators Manual is to be stored in the manual compartment equipped on this machine, Make sure this
manual is complete and in good condition. Contact your dealer to obtain additional manuals. Contact your dealer
for any further information or assistance about your machine. Your dealer has Case Corporation approved service
parts. Your dealer has technicians with special training that know the best methods of repair and maintenance for
your Crawler.
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BD06E039 Figure 2
OPERATOR’S MANUAL POUCH ATTACHED TO
SEAT BACK
RIGHT, LEFT, FRONT, AND REAR OF
THE MACHINE
BS06D299 Figure 3
BASIC MACHINE
The terms Right-hand, Left-hand, Front, and Rear
are used in this manual to indicate the sides as they
are seen from the operator's seat.
FRONT
LEFT RIGHT
REAR
HAND HAND
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS
Write your machine model number, Product Identification Number (P.I.N.) and serial numbers on the lines provided
below. Always give these numbers to your dealer when you need parts or information for your machine.
Make a record of the numbers. Keep the record and your Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin in a safe place. If the
machine is stolen, report the numbers to your local law enforcement agency.
BD02K018 Figure 4
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (P.I.N.)
ROPS CANOPY PLATE IS LOCATED ON THE LEFT-HAND
UPPER SIDE
CAB PLATE IS LOCATED ON THE RIGHT-HAND SIDE REAR
POST
BD06K002 Figure 5
ENGINE
BD02J108 Figure 6
TRANSMISSION
1. ON THE HOUSING UNDER THE CAB
BD99J147 Figure 7
DOZER BLADE
Machine
➤
Machine Model and Type
➤
Product Identification Number: P.I.N.
➤
Year of Build
Component Serial Numbers
➤
Engine serial number
➤
Transmission and serial number
➤
ROPS cab or canopy serial number
➤
Dozer blade serial number
➤
1
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MACHINE COMPONENTS
BD06G105 Figure 8
1. Cab 5. Track 9. Right-hand Engine Access
Door and Side Shield Panel
2. Right-hand Rear Access
Door
6. Carrier Rollers 10. Blade
3. Right-hand Center Access
Door
7. Track Roller 11. Radiator Door
4. Sprocket 8. Idler 12. Hand Holds
3
2
7
510
1
4
66
8
11
12
12
9
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BD06G106 Figure 9
Figure 10
1. Left-hand Engine Access Door and Side Shield Panel 3. Step 5. Left-Rear Access Door
2. Blade Pitch Adjuster 4. Hand Holds 6. Fuel Fill
2
3
4
44
5
6
1
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BD02J032 Figure 11
RIPPER
BD02M132 Figure 12
DRAWBAR
BD02M171 Figure 13
HITCH
1. Ripper Shank 2. Tooth
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Chapter 2
SAFETY AND SAFETY DECALS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY AND SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
GENERAL AND SPECIFIC SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
UTILITY SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
OPERATOR PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
PERSONNEL PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
OPERATOR - GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
PROPER ENTRY AND EXIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
STARTING AND STOPPING PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS 2-8
FUEL HANDLING PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
BURN PREVENTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
TRANSPORTING PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
ROLL-OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
FIRE EXTINGUISHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
SEAT BELT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
TO FASTEN THE SEAT BELT: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
TO UNFASTEN THE SEAT BELT: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
SPECIFIC PRECAUTIONS TO THIS MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

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GENERAL AND SPECIFIC SAFETY INFORMATION
Figure 1
Most accidents involving machine operation and maintenance can be avoided by following basic safety rules and
precautions. Read and understand all the safety messages in this manual, the safety manual, and the safety decals
on the machine before you operate or service the machine. See your dealer if you have any questions.
Figure 2
OPERATORS MANUAL STORAGE LOCATED IN POUCH
BEHIND SEAT
READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY and make sure
you understand the controls. All equipment has a
limit. Make sure you understand the speed, brakes,
steering, stability and load characteristics of this
machine before you start to operate.
DO NOT remove this manual or the safety manual
from the machine. See your dealer for additional
manuals. Also see the manual information on the
Title pages (first and second pages in front of the
Table of Contents) of this manual.
The safety information given in this manual does not
replace safety codes, insurance needs or, federal,
state, and local laws. Make sure your machine has
the correct equipment according to these rules or
laws.
Additional safety messages are used in the text of
the manual to show specific safety hazards.
IMPORTANT: Safety messages in this section point
out situations which can be encountered during the
normal operation and maintenance of your machine.
These safety messages also give possible ways of
dealing with these conditions.
Safety Decals on this machine use the words,
Danger, Warning or Caution, which are defined as
follows:
• DANGER: Indicates an immediate hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury. The color associated
with Danger is RED.
• WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury. The color associated
with Warning is ORANGE.
• CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to
alert against unsafe practices. The color
associated with Caution is YELLOW.
ISO two panel pictorial symbol decals are defined as
follows:
• The first panel indicates the nature of the hazard.
• The second panel indicates the appropriate
avoidance of the hazard.
• Background color is YELLOW.
• Prohibition symbols such as and if
used, are RED.
WARNING: This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual. When
you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of death
or serious injury.
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UTILITY SAFETY
Safety precaution MUST be followed when working
near buried and overhead Utility Lines.
During operation it is likely that you will be working
around or near buried or overhead utility lines which
may include, but are not limited to:
• Electrical Power Line
• Gas Line
• Water Line
• Communication Line - Telephone or Cable
Television
• Sewer Line
IMPORTANT: Before beginning any machine
operation, it is your responsibility to be aware of all
such utility lines buried and overhead in the area of
your project and to avoid them.
ALWAYS have all local utility companies mark the
location of their lines.
In U.S.A. and Canada call one of many “One Call
System Director” services. If you do not know the
local number, call the national number (U.S.A. and
Canada only): 1-888-258-0808.
IMPORTANT: Check with local authorities for laws,
regulations and/or strict penalties requiring you to
locate and avoid existing utilities.
Call All Local Utility Companies Before You
perform any machine operation.
Know the utility color code (U.S.A. and Canada):
Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Red
Gas, Oil, or Petroleum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Yellow
Communication, Telephone, Television . .Orange
Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blue
Sewer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Green/Brown
Proposed Excavation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . White
Surveying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pink
Reclaimed Water and Slurry . . . . . . . . . . Purple
After locating any buried utility lines, carefully dig a
hole by hand and/or automatic vacuum equipment to
the utility line to verify the location and depth of the
line.

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OPERATOR PRECAUTIONS
PERSONNEL PRECAUTIONS
• Be prepared for emergencies. Always have a first
aid kit and a working fire extinguisher with you and
know how to use each.
• Avoid loose fitting clothing, loose or uncovered
long hair, jewelry and loose personal articles.
• Know and use the protective equipment that is to
be worn when operating this machine. Hard hats,
protective glasses, protective shoes, gloves,
reflector type vests, respirators and ear protection
are examples of equipment that may be required.
• Certain protective equipment should be replaced
and renewed upon age and wear. Old hard hats
may not afford the original users intention. Faded
and soiled vest are no longer as highly visible as
original intent. See the manufacture’s
recommendation.
• Do not rush. Walk, do not run.
• Know and use the hand signals required for
particular jobs and know who has the
responsibility for signaling.
OPERATOR - GENERAL
• It is the responsibility of the operator to read and
understand the Operator’s Manual and other
information provided and use the correct operating
procedure. Machines should be operated only by
qualified operators.
• Do not operate this machine or perform
maintenance work if you have not had appropriate
training and read and fully understand the
instructions and warnings in this manual.
• Wear the seat belt to maximize the protection
capability of the ROPS (Roll Over Protective
Structure).
• Inspect the ROPS and seat belt mounting bolts on
a daily basis to ensure their integrity.
• Do not permit riders on the machine if there is no
manufacturer’s designated place for a rider.
• Make sure that all protective guards, canopies,
doors, etc. are in place and secure before starting
and operating the machine.
• Remove all loose objects stored in the machine.
Remove all objects which do not belong in or on
the machine and its equipment.
• After service has been performed, make certain
all tools, parts and equipment have been cleared
from the machine area.
• Do not lift personnel or allow personnel to work
while standing in the bucket or on other
attachments. This machine is not a man-lift.
PROPER ENTRY AND EXIT
BD06G108 Figure 3
• Always face the machine and use the hand holds
when getting on. Do not rush.
• Exit the machine slowly and use the hand holds.
Do not jump down.
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
• Use the recommended hand holds and steps with
at least three points of support when getting on
and off the machine. Keep steps and platform
clean.
• Do not jump off the machine.
• Do not dismount while the machine is in motion.
• Foreign material or grease on the steps and hand
holds can cause an accident. Keep the steps and
hand holds clean.
WARNING: Never exit the machine with the
engine operating.
WARNING: Never exit the machine without
first confirming the parking brake is set.
WARNING: Never exit the machline unless
the blade and attachment or tools are down
resting on the ground.

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STARTING AND STOPPING PRECAUTIONS
• Walk around the machine and warn all personnel
who may be servicing the machine or are in the
machine path prior to starting. Do not start until all
personnel are clearly away from the machine.
Sound the horn, if equipped, before starting.
• Walk around the machines tool, attachment, or
furthermost contact point to view operation danger
area from the work site personnel view and angle.
• Check that the parking device is applied, place the
transmission in neutral or park as specified by the
manufacturer, before starting the machine.
• Adjust, secure and latch the seat and fasten the
seat belt before starting the machine.
• Start and operate the machine only from the
operator’s station.
• Use jumper cables only in the recommended
manner. Improper use can result in battery
explosion or unexpected machine motion.
Ventilate the battery area before using jumper
cables. Make sure that using jumper cables will not
interfere or harm electronic processing or
computer devices.
• Do not operate the engine in an enclosed area
without adequate ventilation.
• Park the machine on level ground whenever
possible and apply the parking brake. On grades,
park the machine with the wheels or track securely
blocked.
• Before leaving the operator station lower the
equipment to the ground and shut off the engine.
• Remove the starter key or disconnect switch when
leaving the machine parked or unattended.

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OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
• Check brakes, steering and other machine control
devices in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions prior to starting operation. Observe all
gauges or warning instruments for proper
operation. Operate all controls to insure proper
operation. If any malfunctions are found, remove
the starter key. Place a DO NOT OPERATE TAG
on the machine until the malfunction is corrected.
• If a failure that causes loss of control such as
steering, service brakes or engine occurs, stop the
machine motion as quickly as possible, remove the
starter key or disconnect switch key. Place a DO
NOT OPERATE TAG on the machine and keep it
securely parked until the malfunction is corrected
or the machine can be safely moved.
• Understand the machine limitations and keep the
machine under control.
• Never transport a loaded bucket at full height.
Operate the machine with the load as low as
possible until it becomes necessary to raise the
boom to discharge the load into a truck, container,
etc.
• Never transport a loaded bucket at full height.
Operate the machine with the load as low as
possible until it becomes necessary to raise the
boom to discharge the load into a truck, container,
etc.
• Operate and drive the machine with care and at
speed compatible with conditions. Use extra
caution when operating over rough ground, on
slopes, and when turning.
• Note and avoid all hazards and obstructions such
as ditches, underground lines, trees, cliffs,
overhead electrical wires or areas where there is
danger of a slide.
• Carry loads in recommended positions for
maximum stability.
• Never lift loads in excess of capacity.
• Use the recommended machine ballast and
counterweighting.
• Know and understand the job site traffic flow
patterns and obey signalmen, road signs and
flagmen.
• Know and understand that job site conditions may
change on an hourly basis. Hills of dirt, debris or
obstructions may grow and change from the time
you began the day. It is your responsibility to
monitor the changes and keep the machine, tools
and attachments, etc. a safe distance.
• Watch for bystanders and never allow anyone to
be under or to reach through the machine and its
equipment while operating.
• Select a gear that will prevent excessive speed
when going downhill. Do not coast downhill.
• When roading a machine, know and use the
signaling devices required on the machine.
Provide an escort for roading where required.
• Use the recommended transport devices when
roading the machine.
• Before you operate at night, check that all lamps
illuminate.
• If your machine has a cab make sure that all
windows are clean and that the windshield wipers
work correctly.
• Engine exhaust fumes can cause death. If you
operate this machine in an enclosed area, make
sure there is ventilation to replace the exhaust
fumes with fresh air.
• Check all controls in a clear area and make sure
the machine is operating correctly.
• Confirm that the attachment is properly mounted
to the mounting mechanism as specified by the
manufacturer.
• Dust, fog, smoke, etc., can decrease your vision
and cause an accident. Stop the machine or
decrease the speed until you can see.
• Contact with high voltage power lines,
underground cables, etc., can cause serious injury
or death from electrocution.
• Before you drive or operate in an area with high
voltage lines, cables, or a power station, tell the
power or utility company what you are going to do.
You MUST HAVE THE POWER DISCONNECTED OR
KEEP A SAFE WORKING DISTANCE from the lines,
cables, or power station. Keep all parts of the
machine a safe distance away from the power
source. You must also know any federal,
state/provincial, or local safety codes or
regulations that apply to the job site.
If a part of the machine touches high voltage
power:
1. Warn other workers NOT TO TOUCH THE
MACHINE and to stay away from the machine.
2. If you can break contact, reverse the operation
that caused contact with the high voltage power,
and move the machine away from the danger
area. If you cannot break contact stay in the
machine until the utility company de-energizes
the line and tells you that the power is off.
• If you have extreme conditions, such as a fire, or
contact with power lines, etc. and you are forced to
leave the machine, do not step off the machine.
Jump as far from the machine as possible with
your feet together and do not touch the ground
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• Do not operate the machine if you do not feel well.
This can be dangerous for you and for the people
around you.
• You must make a judgment if weather, road, or
earth conditions will permit safe operation on a hill,
ramp, or rough ground.
• Stay away from hazardous areas such as ditches,
overhangs, etc. Walk around the work area before
you start and look for hazards.
• Be alert and always know the location of all
workers in your area. Keep all other persons
completely away from your machine. Injury or
death can result if you do not follow these
instructions.
• Develop fluid and smooth operating techniques
and maintain the surface condition where the
machine travels in order to control vibration
transfer to the operator.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
• Do not attempt repairs unless trained. Refer to
manuals and experienced repair personnel for
help.
• Never make repairs on pressurized components,
fluid, gas or mechanical until the pressure has
been relieved according to proper service
procedures in the service manual.
• Before you service the machine, put a DO NOT
OPERATE TAG on the key switch. Make sure that
the machine is clearly “tagged out”.
• Wear protective glasses and other required safety
equipment when servicing or repairing the
machine.
• Wear gloves to protect hands when handling
cable.
• Disconnect the battery before working on the
electrical system. Know the consequences of
disconnecting any electronic or computer devices.
• Avoid lubrication or mechanical adjustments with
the machine in motion or the engine operating. If
the engine must be in operation to make certain
adjustments, place the transmission in neutral,
apply the parking device, place the equipment in a
safe position, securely block the wheels and use
extreme caution.
• Securely block the machine or any component
that may fall before working on the machine or
component. If possible, use a back up or
secondary blocking device, also.
• To prevent unexpected movement, securely block
working elements when repairing or changing
working tool parts such as cutting edges.
• Use extreme caution when removing radiator
caps, drain plugs, grease fittings or pressure taps.
Park the machine and let it cool down before
opening a pressurized tank.
• Release all pressure before working on systems
which have an accumulator.
• Use a piece of cardboard, newspaper, or wood to
check for pressurized leaks to prevent fluid
penetrating the skin. Pressurize accumulators with
the proper gas according to manufacturers.
recommendations.
• When inflating tires, use a self-attaching inflation
chuck with remote shutoff and stand clear of the
tire. Position yourself beside the tire and not
beside the rim.

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• When absolutely necessary to tow the machine,
do not exceed the recommended towing speed. Be
sure the towing machine has sufficient braking
capacity to stop the towed load. If the towed
machine cannot be braked, a towbar must be used
or two towing machines must be used. - one in
front pulling and one in the rear to act as a brake.
Avoid towing over long distances. It is not
recommended to tow this machine.
• Observe proper maintenance procedures.
• Whenever servicing or replacing hardened pins,
etc., use a brass drift or other suitable material
between the hammer and pin. Alternative: Use a
brass hammer, drift or suitable material on the pin,
etc.
• Keep the brakes and steering systems in good
operating condition.
• Replace all missing, illegible or damaged safety
signs. Keep all safety signs clean.
FUEL HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
• Do not smoke or permit open flames while fueling
or near fueling operations.
• Never remove the fuel cap or refuel gasoline
engine powered machines with the engine running
or hot. Never allow fuel to spill on hot machine
components. Never allow fuel to spill on the
environment.
• To avoid spilling fuel maintain control of the fuel
filler nozzle when filling the tank.
• Do not fill the fuel tank completely to the top. Allow
room for expansion.
• Clean up spilled fuel immediately and dispose of
contaminated material in an environmentally
correct manner.
• Tighten the fuel tank cap securely. Should the fuel
cap be lost, replace it only with the original
manufacturers approved cap. Use of a
non-approved cap without proper venting may
result in pressurization of the tank.
• Never use fuel for cleaning purposes.
• Use the correct fuel grade for the operating
season.
BURN PREVENTION
Figure 7
• When the battery electrolyte is frozen, the battery
can explode if, you try to charge the battery, or you
try to jump start and run the engine. To prevent the
battery electrolyte from freezing, try to keep the
battery at full charge. If you do not follow these
instructions, you or others in the area can be
injured
• Hot coolant can spray out if the radiator cap is
removed. To remove the radiator cap, let the
cooling system cool, turn to the first notch, wait
until the pressure is released, then remove the
radiator cap.
• Confirm that all components, hydraulic, engine,
etc., are cool before attempting service
procedures.
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL PRECAUTIONS
• If you are exposed to or come in contact with
hazardous chemicals you can be seriously injured.
The fluids, lubricants, paints, adhesives, coolants,
etc., used with your machine can be hazardous.
• Before you service this machine and before you
dispose of the old fluids and lubricants, always
remember the environment. DO NOT put oil or
fluids into the ground or into containers that can
leak.
• Check with your local environmental or recycling
center or your dealer for correct disposal
information.
TRANSPORTING PRECAUTIONS
• Know the rules, laws, and safety equipment
necessary for transporting this machine on a road
or highway.
WARNING: BATTERY ACID CAUSES
SEVERE BURNS. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing.
Antidote: EXTERNAL - Flush with water.
Antidote: INTERNAL - Drink large quantities
of water or milk.
DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical
attention immediately.
EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutes and
seek medical attention immediately.
WARNING: BATTERIES PRODUCE
EXPLOSIVE GASES. Keep sparks, flame,
cigars and cigarettes away. Ventilate when
charging or using in enclosed area. Always
wear eye protection when working near
batteries. Wash hands after handling. KEEP
OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.