Case WX210 User manual

WX210
WX240
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WX210
WX240
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Service manual
Service
manual
Print No. 87677489A
Print No. 87677489A
WX210 Industry
WX240 Industry
WX210 Industry
WX240 Industry

TO READER
This manual has been printed for a skilful engineer
to supply necessary technical information to carry
out service operations on this machine.
Read carefully this manual to collect correct infor-
mation relevant to repair procedures.
For any question or remark, or in case of any error
relevant the contents of this manual, please con-
tact:
CNH ITALIA S.p.A.
Viale delle Nazioni, 55
41100 MODENA - Italy
REFERENCES
Beyond this Repair Manual, also refer to docu-
ments hereunder listed:
ZOperator’s Manual
ZParts Catalogue
COMPLETE REPAIR MANUAL
The complete Repair Manual consists of two vol-
umes:
ZWX 210 - WX 210 Industry
WX 240 - WX 240 Industry
Repair Manual “Wheeled Excavators”
Z WX 210 - WX 210 Industry
WX 240 - WX 240 Industry
Repair Manual “Engine”
The Repair Manuals for “Wheel Excavators” and
“Engine” contain the necessary technical informa-
tion to carry out service and repair on machine and
on engine, necessary tools to carry out those op-
erations and information on service standard, on
procedures for connection, disconnection, disas-
sembly and assembly of parts.
The Repair Manual which covers the excavator
models WX 210 - WX 210 Industry - WX 240 -
WX 240 Industry consists of the following vol-
umes, which can be identified through their print
number as stated below:
VOLUME MACHINE TYPE PRINT NUMBER
Repair Manual “Wheeled Excavators”WX 210 - WX 210 Industry
WX 240 - WX 240 Industry 87677489A
Repair Manual - “Engine” WX 210 - WX 210 Industry
WX 240 - WX 240 Industry 87704086A
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TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS
The majority of accidents and injuries which occur in industry, at home or on the road, are caused by the failure
of some individual to follow simple and fundamental safety rules or precautions. For this reason MOST ACCI-
DENTS CAN BE PREVENTED by recognizing the real cause and taking the necessary precautions, before the
accident occurs.
Regardless of the care used in design and construction of any type of equipment, there may be conditions that
cannot be completely safeguarded against, without interfering with reasonable accessibility and efficient oper-
ation.
A careful operator and / or technician is the best insurance against accidents. The complete observance of one
simple rule would prevent many thousands of serious injuries each year.
This rule is: never attempt to clean, lubricate or adjust a machine while it is in motion.
SWARNING
Before carrying out any maintenance operation, adjustment and or repair on machines equipped with attach-
ments, controlled hydraulically or mechanically, make sure that the attachment is lowered and safely set on the
ground. If it is necessary to have the equipment partially or fully raised to gain access to certain items, be sure
the equipment is suitably supported by means other than the hydraulic lift cylinders, cable and /or mechanical
device used for controlling the equipment.
CNH S.p.A.
Viale delle Nazioni, 55
41100 MODENA - Italy
All rights reserved.
Reproduction of text or illustrations, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTION
This warning symbol points out important
messages involving your safety.
Carefully read the safety rules contained herein and
follow advised precautions to avoid potential haz-
ards and to safeguard your safety and personal in-
tegrity.
In this manual you will find this symbol together with
the following key-words:
SWARNING
This symbol warns about the possibility of potential
damages to the machine that can involve the oper-
ator’s safety.
SDANGER
With specific warnings about potential dangers for
the operator’s or other persons integrity directly or
indirectly involved.
The non compliance with the warning preceded by
the above mentioned key-words (WARNING and
DANGER) can cause serious accidents or even the
death of the persons involved.
Moreover in the present Manual have been given
some instructions with texts in italics, preceded by
the words NOTE and CAUTION:
NOTE: it emphasizes and underlines to the operator
the correct technique or correct procedure to follow.
SCAUTION
It warns the operator of a possible hazard of ma-
chine damage in case he does not follow a deter-
mined procedure.
S
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INDEX
SECTION 01 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................................... 2
2. USE INSTRUCTION ................................................................................................................................... 11
SECTION 02 - CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
1. SWITCHES AND PUSH-BUTTONS ............................................................................................................. 1
2. CONTROLS AND PEDALS ........................................................................................................................ 13
3. MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAY ..................................................................................................................... 16
SECTION 03 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1. MAIN COMPONENTS .................................................................................................................................. 1
2. DIMENSIONS - OPERATING WEIGHTS ..................................................................................................... 4
3. DIGGING PERFORMANCE ....................................................................................................................... 10
4. LIFTING CAPACITIES................................................................................................................................ 20
5. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................... 33
6. ROTATION ................................................................................................................................................. 34
7. TRAVEL ...................................................................................................................................................... 35
7.1 TYRES................................................................................................................................................. 36
8. BRAKES ..................................................................................................................................................... 36
9. STEERING.................................................................................................................................................. 36
10. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................ 37
11. BUCKETS ................................................................................................................................................. 37
12. TIGHTENING TORQUES ......................................................................................................................... 38
13. CENTRALIZED LUBRICATION PUMP (OPTIONAL)............................................................................... 38
14. FUEL SYSTEM ......................................................................................................................................... 38
15. ENGINE .................................................................................................................................................... 39
16. SUPPLY SUMMARIZING CHART............................................................................................................ 40
SECTION 04 - UPPER STRUCTURE
1. MAIN COMPONENTS .................................................................................................................................. 1
2. SLEWING BEARING .................................................................................................................................... 3
3. ROTATION GEARMOTOR........................................................................................................................... 7
3.1 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY....................................................................................................... 12
4. MULTI-COOLER......................................................................................................................................... 13
4.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................................... 14
5. HYDRAULIC PUMPS ................................................................................................................................. 17
6. MUFFLER ................................................................................................................................................... 18
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7. HYDRAULIC OIL TANK .............................................................................................................................. 19
8. AIR FILTER................................................................................................................................................. 25
9. COUNTERWEIGHT .................................................................................................................................... 25
10. FUEL SYSTEM ......................................................................................................................................... 26
11. CAB AND OPERATOR’S SEAT ............................................................................................................... 32
11.1 CAB AT VARIABLE HEIGHT (WX 210 Industry - WX 240 Industry) ................................................. 43
12. CENTRALIZED LUBRICATION PUMP..................................................................................................... 44
SECTION 05 - UNDERCARRIAGE
1. UNDERCARRIAGE COMPONENTS............................................................................................................ 1
2. REAR RIGID AXLE ....................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................ 3
2.2 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY......................................................................................................... 6
2.3 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY......................................................................................................... 8
2.4 TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................................................... 87
2.5 SPECIAL TOOLS................................................................................................................................. 89
3. TRAVEL MOTOR........................................................................................................................................ 90
3.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................................... 90
3.2 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY....................................................................................................... 91
3.3 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY....................................................................................................... 92
4. CARDAN SHAFT ...................................................................................................................................... 103
4.1 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY..................................................................................................... 104
5. FRONT STEERING AXLE ........................................................................................................................ 106
5.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................ 107
5.2 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY..................................................................................................... 110
5.3 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY..................................................................................................... 112
5.4 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................................... 184
5.5 SPECIAL TOOLS............................................................................................................................... 186
6. WHEELS AND TYRES ............................................................................................................................. 187
7. BLADE ...................................................................................................................................................... 192
7.1 BLADE CYLINDER ............................................................................................................................ 194
8. AXLE FLOATING LOCKING CYLINDERS ............................................................................................... 202
8.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................ 203
8.2 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY..................................................................................................... 204
8.3 AIR BLEEDING .................................................................................................................................. 205
8.4 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY..................................................................................................... 206
8.5 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................................... 208
9. STABILIZERS ........................................................................................................................................... 209
9.1 STABILIZER CYLINDERS ................................................................................................................. 212
9.2 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................................... 222
10. LEFT LADDER........................................................................................................................................ 224
11. RIGHT LADDER AND TOOL STORAGE BOX ....................................................................................... 225
12. ROTARY CONTROL VALVE AND ELECTRIC ROTOR......................................................................... 226
12.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................................... 226
12.2 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY................................................................................................... 227
12.3 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY................................................................................................... 228
12.4 ELECTRIC ROTOR ......................................................................................................................... 230
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SECTION 06 - FRONT ATTACHMENT
1. TYPES OF FRONT ATTACHMENT ............................................................................................................. 2
2. HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS............................................................................................................................ 4
2.1 BOOM CYLINDER................................................................................................................................. 6
2.2 DIPPER CYLINDER (WX 210 - WX 240) ............................................................................................ 16
2.3 DIPPER CYLINDER (WX 210 Industry - WX 240 Industry)................................................................. 26
2.4 SPECIAL TOOLS................................................................................................................................. 55
3. BUCKETS WX 210 - WX 240 ..................................................................................................................... 56
4. WX 210 - WX 240 QUICK COUPLER ........................................................................................................ 60
5. CLAMSHELL BUCKET ............................................................................................................................... 64
SECTION 07 - STEERING SYSTEM
1. OPERATION................................................................................................................................................. 1
2. POWER STEERING ..................................................................................................................................... 3
2.1 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY......................................................................................................... 5
3. PRIORITY VALVE ...................................................................................................................................... 23
4. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................ 24
SECTION 08 - BRAKE SYSTEM
1. OPERATION................................................................................................................................................. 1
2. SERVICE BRAKE ......................................................................................................................................... 4
3. PARKING BRAKE......................................................................................................................................... 7
4. PEDAL BRAKE VALVE ................................................................................................................................ 8
5. ACCUMULATORS........................................................................................................................................ 9
6. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................ 11
SECTION 09 - HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
1. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................. 1
2. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAMS ............................................................................................................. 5
2.1 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAMS - UPPER STRUCTURE ............................................................... 5
2.2 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAMS - UNDERCARRIAGE ................................................................. 21
2.3 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAMS BLADE AND/OR STABILIZERS ................................................ 25
3. HYDRAULIC PUMPS ................................................................................................................................. 28
4. UPPER STRUCTURE CONTROL VALVE ................................................................................................. 48
5. UNDERCARRIAGE CONTROL VALVE ..................................................................................................... 60
6. PILOT CONTROL ASSY ............................................................................................................................ 62
7. ROTATION SYSTEM.................................................................................................................................. 71
8. TRAVEL ...................................................................................................................................................... 75
9. STABILIZATION HYDRAULIC SYSTEM.................................................................................................... 87
10. BOOM HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ................................................................................................................. 93
11. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ........................................................................................................................... 100
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12. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OF DIPPER ....................................................................................................... 106
13. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OF PLACING BOOM......................................................................................... 110
14. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM WITH COMBINATION OF DIFFERENT FUNCTIONS
(BOOM, PLACING BOOM, DIPPER AND BUCKET) ............................................................................. 117
15. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OF HAMMER (WITH PLACING BOOM) ........................................................... 119
16. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OF HAMMER AND SHEARS (WITH PLACING BOOM) ................................... 122
17. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OF SHEARS (WITH PLACING BOOM) ............................................................ 127
18. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OF HAMMER (WITH MONOBOOM)................................................................. 130
19. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OF HAMMER AND SHEARS (WITH MONOBOOM) ........................................ 133
20. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OF SHEARS (WITH MONOBOOM) .................................................................. 138
21. TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................ 141
SECTION 10 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1. ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS............................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 WX 210 - WX 240 .................................................................................................................................. 1
1.2 WX 210 Industry - WX 240 Industry..................................................................................................... 41
2. FUSES ........................................................................................................................................................ 80
3. BATTERIES ................................................................................................................................................ 83
4. BULBS ........................................................................................................................................................ 87
5. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................................ 91
SECTION 11 - ELECTRONICS
1. MAIN COMPONENTS .................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY DIAGRAM ......................................................................................... 3
2. COMPONENTS OF LINE 1 .......................................................................................................................... 6
3. COMPONENTS OF LINE 2 ........................................................................................................................ 10
3.1 TRAVEL PEDAL .................................................................................................................................. 16
3.2 ATTACHMENT PEDAL (PLACING BOOM AND HAMMER) ............................................................... 17
3.3 ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ...................................................................................................... 18
3.4 POWER CONTROL SYSTEM ............................................................................................................. 19
4. ENGINE SPEED ACTUATOR .................................................................................................................... 26
5. COOLANT TEMPERATURE DETECTION................................................................................................. 27
6. CHARGE AIR TEMPERATURE DETECTION............................................................................................ 28
7. HYDRAULIC OIL TEMPERATURE DETECTION....................................................................................... 29
8. PROPORTIONAL VALVE - FAN MOTOR .................................................................................................. 30
9. PROPORTIONAL VALVES - CONTROL BLOCK....................................................................................... 31
SECTION 12 - CALIBRATION
1. NECESSARY OPERATIONS BEFORE CALIBRATION............................................................................... 1
2. DISPLAY: CALIBRATION MENU ................................................................................................................. 3
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3. CALIBRATIONS WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING.........................................................................................4
3.1 VDO CALIBRATION .............................................................................................................................. 6
3.2 POWER CALIBRATION ........................................................................................................................ 8
3.3 MAIN VALVE CALIBRATION (CONTROL VALVE)............................................................................. 10
3.4 TRAVEL CALIBRATION...................................................................................................................... 13
3.5 PUMP DELIVERY CALIBRATION....................................................................................................... 15
3.6 ROTATION PUMP CALIBRATION ...................................................................................................... 18
3.7 AUXILIARY PRESSURE CALIBRATION ............................................................................................ 20
4. CALIBRATIONS WITH THE ENGINE STOPPED ...................................................................................... 22
4.1 CALIBRATIONS, ALL SOLENOID VALVES, MAIN PUMP, ROTATION PUMP,
AUXILIARY PRESSURE...................................................................................................................... 24
4.2 MAIN VALVE CALIBRATION (CONTROL VALVE)............................................................................. 26
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1. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................................... 2
2. USE INSTRUCTION ................................................................................................................................... 11
SECTION 01 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

SECTION 01 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

SECTION 01 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1
Carefully read the safety rules contained herein and
follow advised precautions to avoid potential haz-
ards and to safeguard your safety and personal in-
tegrity.
In this manual you will find the following indications:
SWARNING
This symbol warns about the possibility of potential
damages to the machine that can involve the opera-
tor’s safety.
SDANGER
With specific warnings about potential dangers for
the operator’s or other persons integrity directly or in-
directly involved.
The non compliance with the warning preceded by
the above mentioned key-words (WARNING and
DANGER) can cause serious accidents or even the
death of the persons involved.
Moreover in the present Manual have been given
some instructions with texts in italics, preceded by
the words NOTE and CAUTION, with following
meanings for machine protection:
NOTE: it emphasizes and underlines to the operator
the correct technique or correct procedure to follow.
SWARNING
It warns the operator of a possible hazard of machine
damage in case he does not follow a determined pro-
cedure.
Your safety and that of people around you depends
on you. It is essential that you understand this man-
ual for the correct operation, inspection, lubrication
and maintenance of this machine.

2 SECTION 01 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully read this Manual before proceeding with
maintenance, repairs, refuelling or other machine
operations.
Repairs have to be carried out only by authorized
and instructed staff; specific precautions have to be
taken when grinding, welding or when using mallets
or heavy hammers.
Not authorized persons are not allowed to repair or
carry out maintenance on this machine. Do not carry
out any work on the equipment without prior authori-
zation.
Ask your employer about the safety instructions in
force and safety equipment.
Nobody is allowed to seat on the operator’s place
during machine maintenance unless he is a qualified
operator helping with the maintenance work.
If it is necessary to move the equipment to carry out
repairs or maintenance, do not lift or lower the equip-
ment from any other position than the operator’s
seat.
Never carry out any operation on the machine when
the engine is running, except when specifically indi-
cated.
Stop the engine and ensure that all pressure is re-
lieved from hydraulic circuits before removing caps,
covers, valves, etc.
All repair and maintenance operations should be
carried out with the greatest care and attention.
Service stairs and platforms used in a workshop or
in the field should be built in compliance with the
safety rules in force.
Any functional disorders, especially those affecting
the safety of the machine, should therefore be recti-
fied immediately.

SECTION 01 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3
1.1 EMERGENCY
Be prepared for emergencies. Always keep at dis-
posal on the machine a first aid kit and a fire extin-
guisher. Make sure that the fire extinguisher is
serviced in accordance with the manufacturer’s in-
structions.
1.2 EQUIPMENT
Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment ap-
propriate for the job:
Zsafety helmet;
Zsafety shoes;
Zheavy gloves;
Zreflective clothing;
Zwet weather clothing.
If environment condition require it following personal
safety equipment should be at hand:
Zrespirators (or dustproof masks);
Zear plugs or acoustic ears protections;
Zgoggles with lateral shield or masks for eyes pro-
tection.
Do not wear rings, wristwatches, jewels, unbuttoned
or flapping clothing such as ties, torn clothes,
scarves, open jackets or shirts with open zips which
could get caught into moving parts.

4 SECTION 01 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1.3 ENGINE - RADIATOR
Never leave the engine run in closed spaces without
ventilation and not able to evacuate toxic exhaust
gases. Keep the exhaust manifold and tube free
from combustion materials.
Do not refuel with the engine running, especially if
hot, as this increases fire hazard in case of fuel spill-
age.
Never attempt to check or adjust the fan belts when
the engine is running.
Never lubricate the machine with the engine run-
ning.
Pay attention to rotary pieces and do not allow to an-
yone to approach to avoid becoming entangled.
If hands, clothes or tools get caught in the fan blades
or in the transmission belt, this can cause amputa-
tions, violent tears and generate condition of serious
danger; for this reason avoid touching or to come
close to all rotary or moving parts.
A violent jet of the coolant from the radiator can
cause damages and scalds.
If you are to check the coolant level, you have to shut
off the engine previously and to let cool down the ra-
diator and its pipes. Slowly unscrew the cap to re-
lease the inside pressure.
If necessary, remove the cap with hot engine, wear
safety clothes and equipment, then loosen the cap
slowly to relieve the pressure gradually.
When checking the fuel, oil and coolant levels, use
exclusively explosion proof classified lamps. If this
kind of lamps are not used fires or explosions may
occur.

SECTION 01 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5
1.4 HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
Splashes of fluids under pressure can penetrate the
skin causing serious injuries.
Avoid this hazard by relieving pressure before dis-
connecting hydraulic or other lines.
Relieve the residual pressure by moving the hydrau-
lic control levers several times.
Tighten all connections before applying pressure.
To protect the eyes wear a facial shield or safety
goggles.
Protect your hands and body from possible splashes
of fluids under pressure.
Swallowing hydraulic oil is a severe health hazard.
When hydraulic oil has been swallowed, avoid vom-
iting, but consult a doctor or go to a hospital.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor familiar with this
type of injury immediately.
Any fluid penetrating the skin must be removed with-
in few hours to avoid serious infections.
Flammable splashes may originate because of the
heat near pipes with fluids under pressure, with the
result of serious scalds for the persons hit. Do not
weld or use torches near pipes containing fluids or
other flammable materials.
Pipes under pressure can accidentally be pierced
when the heat expands beyond the area immediate-
ly heated.
Arrange for fire resistant temporary shields to pro-
tect hoses or other components during welding.
Have any visible leakage repaired immediately.
Escaping oil pollutes the environment. Soak up any
oil that has escaped with a proper binding agent.
Sweep up binding agent and dispose of it separately
from other waste.
Never search for leakages with the fingers, but use a
piece of cardboard and always wear goggles.
Never repair damaged piping; always replace it. Re-
place hydraulic hoses immediately on detecting any
damage or moist areas.
Always store hydraulic oil in the original containers.

6 SECTION 01 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
HOSES AND TUBES
Always replace hoses and tubes if the cone end or
the end connections on the hose are damaged.
When installing a new hose, loosely connect each
end and make sure the hose takes up the correct po-
sition before tightening the connections. Clamps
should be tightened sufficiently to hold the hose with-
out crushing and to prevent chafing.
After hose replacement to a moving component,
check that the hose does not foul by moving the
component through the complete range of travel.
Be sure any hose which has been installed is not
kinked or twisted.
Hose connections which are damaged, dented,
crushed or leaking, restrict oil flow and the productiv-
ity of the components being served. Connectors
which show signs of movement from the original po-
sition have failed and will ultimately separate com-
pletely.
A hose with a frayed outer sheath will allow the water
penetration. Concealed corrosion of the wire rein-
forcement will subsequently occur along the hose
length with resultant hose failure.
Ballooning of the hose indicates an internal leakage
due to structural failure. This condition rapidly deteri-
orates and total hose failure soon occurs.
Kinked, crushed, stretched or deformed hoses gen-
erally suffer internal structural damage which can re-
sult in oil restriction, a reduction in the speed of
operation and ultimate hose failure.
Free-moving, unsupported hoses must never be al-
lowed to touch each other or related working surfac-
es. This causes chafing which reduces hose life.
O-RINGS
Replace O-rings, seal rings and gaskets whenever
they are disassembled.
Never mix new and old seals or O-rings, regardless
of condition. Always lubricate new seal rings and O-
rings with hydraulic oil before installation to relevant
seats.
This will prevent the O-rings from rolling over and
twisting during mounting which will jeopardize seal-
ing.

SECTION 01 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 7
1.5 BATTERY
Batteries give off explosive gases.
Never handle naked flames and unshielded light
sources near batteries, never smoke.
To prevent any risk of explosion, observe the follow-
ing instructions:
Zwhen disconnecting the battery cables, always dis-
connect the negative (-) cable first;
Zto reconnect the battery cables, always connect the
negative (-) cable last;
Znever short-circuit the battery terminals with metal
objects;
Zdo not weld, grind or smoke near a battery.
Battery electrolyte causes severe burns. The bat-
tery contains sulphuric acid. Avoid any contact with
the skin, eyes or clothing.
Antidote:
ZEXTERNAL: rinse well with water, removing any
soiled clothing.
ZINTERNAL: avoid vomiting. Drink water to rinse
your mouth. Consult a doctor.
ZEYES: rinse abundantly with water for 15 minutes
and consult a doctor.
ZWhen the electrolyte of a battery is frozen, it can
explode if you attempt to charge the battery or if
you try to start the engine using a booster battery.
Always keep the battery charged to prevent the
electrolyte freezing.
Provide good ventilation when changing a battery or
using a battery in an enclosed space. Always protect
your eyes when working near a battery.
Never set tools down on the battery. They may in-
duce a short circuit, causing irreparable damage to
the battery and injuring persons.
Never wear metal necklaces, bracelets or watch-
straps when working on the battery. The metal parts
may induce a short circuit resulting in burns.
Dispose of used batteries separately from other
waste in the interests of environmental protection.