Kubota K008-3 User manual

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COMPACT EXCAVATOR
MODELS
K008-3
U10-3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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These operating instructions only apply to KUBOTA excavators K008-3 and U10-3, which comply with
the following EC declaration of conformity (page 8).
In addition, the machine’s product identification number must correspond to the following scope of
application.
K008-3 - Valid as of product identification number KBCK0083TK3C70184
U10-3 - Valid as of product identification number KBCU0103AK3C70320
Please contact your KUBOTA dealer for any additional information or troubleshooting procedures not men-
tioned in these operating instructions.
We also point out that the contents of these operating instructions are not part of an earlier existing agreement,
promise or legal relationship or amend these. All responsibilities arise of the respective sales contract contain-
ing the complete and exclusively valid contractual warranty. See the "Duties, liability and warranty" section
(page 10). This documentation does neither extend nor restrict the contractual warranty.
KUBOTA Baumaschinen GmbH reserves its right to change the information contained in this document with
respect to future technical development without altering the basic characteristics of the excavators described
herein and without amending this document.
Distribution and reproduction of this documentation and disclosure of its content are not allowed unless ex-
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Table of contents
Abbreviations ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
General symbols................................................................................................................................................. 6
GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................................................. 7
Foreword ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
EC declaration of conformity .............................................................................................................................. 8
Date of issue of the operating instructions ......................................................................................................... 8
Operating personnel ........................................................................................................................................... 8
Location of the operating instructions ................................................................................................................ 9
Spare parts ......................................................................................................................................................... 9
SAFETY RULES ............................................................................................................................... 10
Basic safety instructions ................................................................................................................................... 10
Duties, liability and warranty ............................................................................................................................. 10
Safety symbols ................................................................................................................................................. 12
Approved use ................................................................................................................................................... 13
Unapproved use ............................................................................................................................................... 13
Special duties of the owner .............................................................................................................................. 13
Noise emission and vibration ........................................................................................................................... 14
Noise emission ................................................................................................................................................. 14
Vibrations .......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Danger, warning and safety labels on the machine ......................................................................................... 15
Safety devices .................................................................................................................................................. 24
Locking the control lever K008-3/U10-3 ...................................................................................................... 24
Locking the control lever U10-3 SIDE LEVER ............................................................................................ 24
Locking the swivel frame ............................................................................................................................. 25
Manually stopping the engine ..................................................................................................................... 25
Roll-over safety bar ..................................................................................................................................... 26
Seat belt ...................................................................................................................................................... 26
Hazards coming from the hydraulic system ..................................................................................................... 26
Fire protection................................................................................................................................................... 27
RECOVERY, LOADING AND TRANSPORT .................................................................................... 28
Safety rules for recovery .................................................................................................................................. 28
Safety rules for hoisting the excavator with a crane......................................................................................... 28
Safety rules for transport .................................................................................................................................. 28
Recovery .......................................................................................................................................................... 29
Hoisting the excavator with a crane ................................................................................................................. 29
Transport on a flat bed trailer ........................................................................................................................... 31
DESCRIPTION OF THE EXCAVATOR ............................................................................................. 33
Model overview................................................................................................................................................. 33
Model K008-3/U10-3 ................................................................................................................................... 33
Variant U10-3 SIDE LEVER ........................................................................................................................ 33
Dimensions ....................................................................................................................................................... 34
Dimensions of the K008-3/U10-3 ................................................................................................................ 34
Specifications ................................................................................................................................................... 36
Identification of the excavator ........................................................................................................................... 38
Standard equipment ......................................................................................................................................... 38
Identification of the engine ............................................................................................................................... 38
ASSEMBLY AND FUNCTIONS ........................................................................................................ 39
Component overview ........................................................................................................................................ 39

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Operator's place ................................................................................................................................................40
Control console K008-3/U10-3 ....................................................................................................................40
Control console U10-3 SIDE LEVER ...........................................................................................................41
Description of the components of the control console ...........................................................................42
Displays and indicators - description ......................................................................................................43
Controls K008-3/U10-3 ................................................................................................................................43
Controls U10-3 SIDE LEVER ......................................................................................................................44
Description of the controls ......................................................................................................................44
Other machine components ........................................................................................................................46
Working light ...........................................................................................................................................46
Fuse box .................................................................................................................................................46
Main fuse ................................................................................................................................................46
Battery ....................................................................................................................................................47
Tray .........................................................................................................................................................47
Tool compartment ...................................................................................................................................47
Fuel tank filler opening ...........................................................................................................................48
Engine compartment .........................................................................................................................................49
Hydraulic system for the K008-3 .......................................................................................................................50
Hydraulic system for the U10-3 ........................................................................................................................51
OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................... 52
Safety rules for operation ..................................................................................................................................52
Safety for children ........................................................................................................................................53
Guiding the operator ....................................................................................................................................53
Working in the vicinity of overhead power lines ..........................................................................................54
Working in the vicinity of underground power lines .....................................................................................54
Initial operation ..................................................................................................................................................55
Running-in of the excavator .........................................................................................................................55
Operating the excavator ...................................................................................................................................55
Pre-operational services ..............................................................................................................................55
Check the engine oil level.......................................................................................................................55
Checking the coolant level......................................................................................................................56
Checking the radiator .............................................................................................................................56
Checking the V-belt ................................................................................................................................56
Checking the exhaust system for leaks ..................................................................................................57
Checking the oil level of the hydraulic system........................................................................................57
Checking the water separator of the fuel system ...................................................................................58
Lubrication ..............................................................................................................................................58
Checking the fuel level of the fuel tank ...................................................................................................60
Setting up the workplace .............................................................................................................................60
Getting on the excavator ........................................................................................................................60
Adjusting the operator's seat ..................................................................................................................60
Fastening the seat belt ...........................................................................................................................61
Starting and stopping the engine .................................................................................................................61
Starting the engine .................................................................................................................................61
Stopping the engine ................................................................................................................................63
Observation of the displays after starting and during operation ..................................................................63
Driving the excavator ...................................................................................................................................64
Adjusting the track width of the K008-3 ..................................................................................................65
Adjusting the track width of the U10-3 ....................................................................................................66
Swivelling the roll-over safety bar upward and downward and locking it ...............................................67
Driving .....................................................................................................................................................68
Fast drive position U 10-3 .......................................................................................................................69
Turning....................................................................................................................................................69
Driving uphill and downhill ......................................................................................................................70
Notes for rubber crawler operation .........................................................................................................71
Operating the controls during excavation work ...........................................................................................72
Operating the dozer blade ......................................................................................................................73
Overview of control lever functions ........................................................................................................73
Operating the boom K008-3/U10-3 ........................................................................................................74
Operating the boom U10-3 SIDE LEVER ...............................................................................................74

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Operating the arm K008-3/U10-3 ........................................................................................................... 75
Operating the arm U10-3 SIDE LEVER ................................................................................................. 76
Operating the bucket K008-3/U10-3 ...................................................................................................... 76
Operating the bucket U10-3 SIDE LEVER ............................................................................................. 77
Swivelling the swivel frame K008-3/U10-3............................................................................................. 78
Swivelling the swivel frame U10-3 SIDE LEVER ................................................................................... 78
Swinging the boom ................................................................................................................................. 79
Operating the auxiliary port ......................................................................................................................... 80
Locking the auxiliary port pedal ............................................................................................................. 81
Pressure relief of the hydraulic system K008-3/U10-3 .......................................................................... 81
Pressure relief of the hydraulic system K008-3/U10-3 .......................................................................... 82
Placing out of operation .................................................................................................................................... 83
Working light ..................................................................................................................................................... 83
Cold weather operation .................................................................................................................................... 84
Necessary preparations prior to the winter season ..................................................................................... 84
Operation during the winter season ............................................................................................................ 84
Jump-starting the excavator ............................................................................................................................. 85
Emergency stop functions ................................................................................................................................ 86
Manual engine stop ..................................................................................................................................... 86
Refuelling the excavator ................................................................................................................................... 87
Bleeding the fuel system .................................................................................................................................. 87
Replacing the fuses .......................................................................................................................................... 88
Fuse layout of the fuse box ......................................................................................................................... 88
Opening and closing the engine hood .............................................................................................................. 89
Replacing the bucket ........................................................................................................................................ 89
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................................... 90
Safety rules for troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 90
Troubleshooting: Pre-operational services ....................................................................................................... 90
Troubleshooting: Operation .............................................................................................................................. 91
Troubleshooting: Displays and indicators ........................................................................................................ 92
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................ 93
Safety rules for maintenance ............................................................................................................................ 93
Personnel requirements ................................................................................................................................... 94
General maintenance chart: 50 to 500 hours of operation ............................................................................... 95
General maintenance chart: 550 to 1000 hours of operation ........................................................................... 96
Servicing maintenance chart: 50 to 500 hours of operation ............................................................................. 97
Servicing maintenance chart: 550 to 1000 hours of operation ......................................................................... 98
Cleaning the excavator ..................................................................................................................................... 99
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................... 99
Refilling the coolant ..................................................................................................................................... 99
Cleaning the radiator ................................................................................................................................. 100
Checking and adjusting the V-belt tension ................................................................................................ 100
Checking the coolant hoses ...................................................................................................................... 100
Replacing the engine oil and oil filter ........................................................................................................ 101
Draining the engine oil ......................................................................................................................... 101
Replacing the oil filter ........................................................................................................................... 101
Filling the engine oil ............................................................................................................................. 102
Replacing the coolant ................................................................................................................................ 103
Checking, cleaning and replacing the air filter .......................................................................................... 104
Replacing the fuel filter .............................................................................................................................. 105
Draining water from the fuel tank .............................................................................................................. 105
Topping up hydraulic oil ............................................................................................................................ 106
Working with the battery ............................................................................................................................ 107
Battery service ..................................................................................................................................... 107
Charging the battery ............................................................................................................................. 108
Checking the battery ............................................................................................................................ 108
Removing/installing and replacing the battery ..................................................................................... 109

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Lubrication .................................................................................................................................................109
Greasing the swivel gear ......................................................................................................................110
Greasing the pitch bearing ...................................................................................................................111
Greasing the bucket bolts .....................................................................................................................111
Checking and adjusting the crawler tension ..............................................................................................112
Checking the crawler tension ...............................................................................................................112
Adjusting the crawler tension................................................................................................................113
Greasing the pilot valve linkage .................................................................................................................113
Checking the electric cables and connections ..........................................................................................113
Checking and replacing the fuel lines ........................................................................................................114
Checking the bolted joints ...............................................................................................................................115
Tightening torque for screws .....................................................................................................................115
Tightening torque for hose clamps ............................................................................................................115
Tightening torque for hydraulic hoses .......................................................................................................115
Tightening torque for hydraulic pipes ........................................................................................................116
Tightening torque for hydraulic adapters ...................................................................................................116
Recommended lubricants ...............................................................................................................................117
Repair work on the machine ...........................................................................................................................119
SAFETY INSPECTION .................................................................................................................... 120
TAKING OUT OF SERVICE AND STORAGE ................................................................................. 121
Safety rules for taking out of service and storage ..........................................................................................121
Storage conditions ..........................................................................................................................................121
Measures before taking out of service ............................................................................................................121
Measures during taking out of service ............................................................................................................121
Start-up after taking out of service ..................................................................................................................122
LIFTING CAPACITY OF THE EXCAVATOR ................................................................................... 123
Table Max. lifting load during swivel operation 360° ......................................................................................125
ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................................... 128
KUBOTA bucket accessories .........................................................................................................................128

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Abbreviations
% percent kV kilovolt
° degrees kW kilowatt
°C degree Celsius l litre
1/min revolutions per minute l/min litres per minute
A Ampere LpA sound pressure level operator's place
acc. according LwA sound power level
API American Petroleum Institute m metre
approx. approximately m/s² metre per square second
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materi-
als
m³ cubic metre
bar Bar max. maximum
CECE Committee for European Construction
Equipment
MIL Military Standards
CO2 carbon dioxide mm millimetre
dB decibel MPa Megapascal
DIN Deutsches Institut für Normung (German
Institute for Standards)
N Newton
e.g. for example OPG Operator Protective Guard
EMC electromagnetic compatibility resp. respectively
EN Europäische Norm (European standard) RMS Root Mean Square
GL Ground level ROPS Roll Over Protective Structure
h Hour s second
incl. including SAE Society of Automotive Engineers
ISO International Organization for Standardi-
zation
t ton
kg kilogramme TOPS Tipping Over Protective Structure
km/h kilometre per hour V Volt
kN kilonewton

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General symbols
Warning symbol Raise boom
Fuel level indicator Lower boom
Engine oil pressure indicator Arm dump
Charge lamp Arm crowd
Coolant temperature indicator Bucket crowd
Glow display Bucket dump
Diesel Swivel boom (left)
Read the operating instructions Swivel boom (right)
Lock Dozer blade up
Release Dozer blade down
Extendable track width Control lever direction
Hydraulic oil Control lever direction
Travel speed
Low speed
Forward travel
Backward travel

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Foreword
Safety instructions, the rules and regulations for the use of excavators given in these operating instructions
apply to the excavators mentioned in this documentation.
It is the responsibility of the owner(s):
 to ensure local, regional and national regulations are observed,
 to observe the bodies of rules (laws, regulations, guidelines, etc) stated in the operating instructions to
ensure safe handling of the equipment,
 to ensure that the operating instructions are always available for the operating personnel and the infor-
mation, such as notes, warnings and safety rules and regulations are followed in all points.
The data in the operating instructions apply for all variants. Differences are highlighted (e.g. K008-3 or U10-3 or
U10-3 SIDE LEVER).
The terms "front" and "direction of travel" refer to the view of the
operator when seated on the operator's seat. Forward direction
of travel means that the dozer blade is at the front when driving
forwards as shown in the figure.
The symbols for operating and safety instructions are listed under "Safety Symbols" (page 12).

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EC declaration of conformity
With the EC declaration of conformity, KUBOTA Baumaschinen GmbH certifies that the exca-
vator is in conformity with the valid standards and regulations at the time of marketing. The CE
conformity marking is located on the type plate and indicates compliance with the regulations.
If the excavator is modified or retrofitted without the approval of the manufacturer, the safety of
the excavator may be affected, thus invalidating the EC declaration of conformity.
The EC declaration of conformity is attached to the operating instructions for delivery of the
excavator.
Keep the EC declaration of conformity in a safe place and show it, if requested, to the respon-
sible authorities.
Should the EC declaration of conformity get lost, please contact your KUBOTA dealer.
Date of issue of the operating instructions
The date of issue of the operating instructions is printed on the bottom right of the front page of the book.
Operating personnel
The duties of personnel with respect to operation, servicing, repairs and safety inspections must be set forth
clearly by the owner.
Personnel in training are allowed to work on or with the excavator only under the supervision of an experienced
operator.
Operator
According to industrial safety regulations, only persons who were instructed in the operation of the excavator,
who have proven their ability to the owner (employer) and who can be expected to perform their duties in a
reliable way are allowed to operate the excavator independently.
Only instructed personnel are allowed to start the excavator and operate the controls.
Trained personnel
Trained personnel are skilled persons with a technical qualification who are able to determine damages to the
excavator and perform repairs in their area of qualification (e.g. hydraulic or electrical engineering).
Only trained and instructed personnel are allowed to work on the machine.
Qualified personnel
Based on their technical training and experience in their field, qualified personnel should have sufficient
knowledge about the technology used in this machine and be familiar with the applicable national work safety
regulations, accident prevention regulations and the generally accepted technical rules so that they can assess
the safe condition of the machine.

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Location of the operating instructions
The operating instructions must always be kept on the excavator. If the operating instructions have become
illegible due to continuous use, the owner (operator) must order a replacement from the manufacturer.
At the rear of the operator's seat is a compartment (1) for the
operating instructions.
Spare parts
When ordering spare parts, please always provide the following information:
 Machine’s product identification number and year of construction (see type plate)
 Designation/type of spare part (see original KUBOTA spare parts catalogue)
 Part number of the spare part (see original KUBOTA spare parts catalogue)
 Quantity
 Customer number
For written orders, please provide this information exactly, or for telephone orders, please have this information
ready before calling. This makes the process easier for us and for you, and prevents errors and incorrect orders
or deliveries.
Please place your order with your KUBOTA dealer.

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SAFETY RULES
Basic safety instructions
 The EC machine utilization directive (2009/104/EC) dated 16/09/2009 applies for the operation of the
aforementioned excavator.
 The information in these operating instructions applies for maintenance and repairs.
 National rules and regulations apply where applicable.
Duties, liability and warranty
A basic requisite for the safe handling and problem-free operation of the excavator is the knowledge of the
safety instructions and safety regulations.
These operating instructions, in particular the safety instructions, must be followed by all persons working near
or with the excavator. Above and beyond this, the safety rules and regulations applicable for the site must also
be observed.
Hazards occurring during the handling of the excavator:
 The excavators are manufactured according to the state of technology and the recognized safety rules.
Nevertheless, danger to the life and limbs of the operator or a third party, or damage to the excavator or to
other property can occur. The excavator(s) may only be used
→ for the approved use and
→ in a completely safe operating state.
Malfunctions which can reduce safety must be repaired immediately.
Warranty and liability
The scope, period and form of the warranty are set forth in the sales and delivery conditions of the manufactur-
er. The operating instructions valid at the time of delivery shall be the basis for any warranty claims arising from
errors in the valid operating instructions (page 8). The following applies above and beyond the sales and deliv-
ery conditions: No warranty or liability shall be assumed for personnel and property damages resulting from one
or more of the following reasons:
 unapproved use of the excavator,
 improper starting, operation and maintenance of the excavator,
 operation of the excavator with defective safety devices or improperly installed or non-operational safety
and protective devices,
 ignorance or non-observance of these operating instructions,
 insufficiently qualified or insufficiently instructed operating personnel,
 improperly performed repairs,
 unauthorised engineering changes to the excavator,
 poor surveillance of machine parts subject to wear,
 catastrophes caused by the effect of foreign objects or an act of God.

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The owner must ensure at his own responsibility that
 the safety rules are observed (page 10),
 unapproved use and unauthorised operation (page 13) are excluded and
 the approved use (page 13) is ensured and the excavator is operated in accordance with the contractual
conditions of use.

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Safety symbols
The following terms and hazard symbols are used in these operating instructions:
Identifies important operating procedure information which may not be immediately evident to
the operator.
Identifies operating procedures which must be followed exactly to prevent damage to the
excavator or other property.
Identifies operating procedures which must be followed exactly to prevent danger to persons.
Identifies possible hazards in the handling of batteries.
Identifies possible hazards from caustic materials (battery acid).
Identifies possible hazards from explosive materials.
Prohibits the use of fire, ignition sources, and smoking.
Prohibits the spraying of water.
Identifies operating procedures for the proper disposal and storage of ensuing waste materials.

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Approved use
The excavators specified in this operating instructions may only be used to loosen the ground, excavating,
picking up, transporting and dumping soils, rocks and other materials, for work with the dozer or with a breaker.
The load may be transported largely without driving the excavator. Do not exceed the maximum lifting capacity.
Approved use also includes:
 observation of all notes in these operating instructions,
 regular servicing,
 regular safety inspections.
Unapproved use
Any improper use – i.e. any deviation from the information in the "Approved use" section (page 13) of these
operating instructions – is considered an unapproved use. This also applies to the non-observance of the
standards and guidelines listed in these operating instructions.
Hazards can occur as a result of improper use. Such improper uses include:
 Using the excavator to lift loads without the proper equipment for lifting operations
 Using the excavator in contaminated environments
 Using the excavator in closed rooms without sufficient ventilation
 Using the excavator under conditions of extreme temperatures (extreme heat or cold)
 Using the excavator for underground work
 Using the excavator to transport persons in the bucket
 Using the excavator for demolition work, with the danger of falling objects (e.g. tearing down walls).
Special duties of the owner
Owner of the excavator in the sense of these operating instructions is any person or company which uses the
excavator itself or on whose order it is used. In special cases (e.g. leasing, rental), the owner is the person who
must perform the duties arising from operation according to the conditions of the contract between owner and
user of the excavator.
The owner must ensure that the excavator is only used properly and that any danger to the life and health of
the user or others who are in the proximity of the user are eliminated. Furthermore, observance of the safety
rules and observance of the operating, maintenance and repair regulations must be ensured. The owner must
make sure that all operators and users have read and understood these operating instructions.
Refuse such as old oil, fuel, hydraulic fluid, coolant and batteries comes under the category of toxic waste and
can be a hazard to the environment, people and animals.
Disposal must be undertaken in an appropriate way, according to legally prescribed pollution control and safety
regulations.
If you have questions about the correct disposal or storage of refuse and toxic waste, contact your KUBOTA
dealer or a local waste management contractor.

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Noise emission and vibration
The values specified in this manual have been identified in the test cycle at an identical machine and are valid
for a standard equipment machine. The determined values are shown in the Specifications (page 36).
Noise emission
The noise levels were determined using the method of determining the guaranteed sound pressure level of ISO
4871 based on directive 2000/14/EC, appendix VI.
The noise levels shown are not applicable for the determination of additional workplace noise emissions. The
actual noise levels may need to be determined directly at the workplaces, subject to actually existing conditions
(other noise sources, special operating conditions, sound reflections).
Depending on the actual noise emissions the owner must provide the necessary personal protective equipment
to the operator (ear protection).
Noise of a noise level of more than 85 dB (A) can cause hearing damage.
From a noise level of 80 dB (A), the use of an ear protection is recommended.
From a noise level of 85 dB (A), the operator must wear an ear protection.
Vibrations
The vibrations at the machine have been determined at an identical machine.
The vibration stress on the operator over a longer period of time must be determined by the owner at the site of
application, in compliance with directive 2002/44/ EC in order to consider individual magnitudes of influence.

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Danger, warning and safety labels on the machine
Care of danger, warning and safety labels
 Keep danger, warning and safety labels clean and free from interfering objects.
 Clean danger, warning and safety labels with soap and water and dry with a soft, clean cloth.
 Replace damaged or missing danger, warning and safety labels with new ones from your KUBOTA dealer.
 If a component with glued-on danger, warning and safety labels is replaced with a new part, make sure
that the new labels are affixed to the same location as the replaced component.
 Danger, warning and safety labels should be stuck only on clean and dry surfaces. Press any air bubbles
into the outer edge of the sticker.
The positioning of the danger, warning and safety instructions is illustrated in the following figures.

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1) Code #: RB456-5739-0
Mortal danger from moving excavator!
When staying in the danger zone and in the case of a suddenly start-
ing excavator, there is the danger of being run over by the excavator.
 Only start the machine from the operator's seat.
 Do not start the machine by bypassing the starter poles.
2) Code #: RB238-5736-0
Risk of fire from inflammable diesel fuel!
Inflammatory vapours can occur in the fuel tank, which may go up in
flames as a result of an ignition source.
 Do not use open flames in the vicinity of the fuel tank.
3) Code #: RD458-5738-0
Danger of cutting and crushing through rotating parts!
The rotating fans can cut into limbs and the rotating belt drive can pull
in and crush limbs.
 Switch off the engine before working in the engine room.
 Ensure that the engine and all the engine parts have come to a complete
standstill.
 Do not reach into rotating components.

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1) Code #: RB419-5796-0
Not an attachment point for lifting gear.
2) Code #: RA029-4539-0
Risk of death when working with the roll-over safety bar folded
down!
If the machine tips over while the roll-over safety bar is folded down, the
operator is not protected on the operator’s seat. Because of the fas-
tened seat belt, the operator cannot jump off of the machine. The ma-
chine can fall onto the operator and roll over him.
 As a rule, always work with the roll-over safety bar folded up and with the
seat belt fastened.
 Only operate the machine with the roll-over safety bar folded down and
without the seat belt fastened when passing through a low point on level
ground.
3) Code #: RA028-4537-0
Danger of being crushed by swinging roll-over safety bar!
Shear forces can cause serious injuries if any limbs are crushed.
 Keep hands away from the swivel joints when swinging the roll-over safety
bar.
4) Code #: RB456-5795-0
Danger of injury from components under pressure!
In the case of improper operating of the crawler tensioner, grease or the
pressure valve can splash out under high pressure and lead to injury.
 Before working on the crawler tensioner, please read the operating instruc-
tions!

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1) Code #: RB456-5722-0
Mortal danger by crushing!
A low safe distance to the boom can impede an emergency exit from the
danger zone. Being crushed by the boom can result in severe injury or
death.
 Do not remain within the swinging range of the boom.
 Ensure safe distance to obstacles and sufficient freedom of movement.
2) Code #: RA028-5728-0
Mortal danger by crushing!
Low safe distance to the excavator and to obstacles can prevent an
emergency exit from the danger zone. Crushing by excavator results in
severe injury or death.
 Do not enter the manoeuvring area.
 Ensure safe distance to obstacles and sufficient freedom of movement.
3) Code #: RA118-5776-0
Risk of being crushed by the boom!
When lifting and swinging the boom, there is a danger of getting caught
between the boom and the protective structure or swivel frame.
 Do not step beyond the front part of the boom swing pedal.
 Please read the operating instructions before commissioning.
4) Code #: 69198-5784-0
Risk of accidents due to incorrect operation!
Improper operating can lead to damage to the excavator, to serious
accidents with a high risk of injury and death as a result.
 Please read the operating instructions before commissioning.