mecalac AX 700 User manual

AX 700 / AX 850 / AX 1000
MECALAC Baumaschinen GmbH Am Friedrichsbrunnen 2 D-24782 Büdelsdorf
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ARTICULATED LOADER
GB

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P0700/P0710/P0850/P0860/P1000/P1010 I
Table of Contents
Introduction
Preface
MECALAC’s swivel shovel loaders, telescopic loaders, articulated loaders and front loaders are machines included
in the vast product range of MECALAC’s Baumaschinen covering a wide variety of working tasks.
Decades of experience in the construction of earth-moving machines, the wide range of attachments available as
well as modern production facilities, careful testing and highest quality demands guarantee the highest degree of
reliability of your MECALAC machine.
The documentation delivered by the manufacturer includes the following:
-Loader operating instructions
-Engine operating instructions
-Loader spare parts list
-Engine spare parts list
-EC conformity declaration
Operating instructions
The operating instructions contain all the information which the user requires for operation and maintenance.
In the “Maintenance” section, all maintenance work and operation tests are described which can be carried out
by trained personnel.
This section does not cover more extensive maintenance work that is reserved to personnel authorized and trained
by the manufacturer. In particular, this applies to facilities governed by Motor Vehicle Construction and Use
Regulations and the Regulations for the Prevention of Accidents.
Due to the construction modifications reserved by the manufacturer, there may be differences in the figures;
however, this has no influence on the technical contents.
How to use this manual
Explanations
-The designations “left” and “right” are to be seen from the driver’s seat in the driving direction.
-Special equipment
means: not fitted in series.
Information about illustrations
-(3-35)
means: chapter 3, fig. 35
-(3-35/1)
means: chapter 3, fig. 35, item 1
-(3-35/arrow)
means: chapter 3, fig. 35,

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Abbreviations used
UVV =Unfallverhütungsvorschrift (Accident Prevention Regulations)
StVZO =Straßenverkehrzulassungsordnung (German Traffic Regulations)
Edition: 01.2012
Printed: 01.2012

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Table of Contents
1Fundamental safety instructions
1.1 Warnings and symbols ................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Proper use of the loader ................................................................................................................. 1-2
1.3 Organizational measures ................................................................................................................ 1-2
1.4 Selection of personnel and necessary qualifications; basic responsibilities ................................... 1-3
1.5 Safety information for certain operating phases ............................................................................. 1-4
1.5.1 Normal operation ............................................................................................................................ 1-4
1.5.2 Special work within the exploitation of the machine and elimination of defects
during process or work; disposal.................................................................................................... 1-7
1.6 Notes on special categories of danger ........................................................................................... 1-9
1.6.1 Electrical energy ............................................................................................................................ 1-9
1.6.2 Hydraulics .................................................................................................................................... 1-10
1.6.3 Noise ............................................................................................................................................ 1-10
1.6.4 Oil, grease and other chemical substances .................................................................................. 1-11
1.6.5 Gas, dust, steam, smoke .............................................................................................................. 1-11
1.7 Transport and towing; recommissioning ....................................................................................... 1-11
1.8 Safety information for the contractor or the contractor’s authorized personnel ........................... 1-12
1.8.1 Organizational measures .............................................................................................................. 1-12
1.8.2 Selection of personnel and necessary qualifications; basic responsibilities ................................. 1-12
2Signs
3Protection against theft
3.1 Identifying features on the loader ................................................................................................... 3-2
3.2 Parking the loader .......................................................................................................................... 3-2
3.3 Drive-away interlocks ..................................................................................................................... 3-3
3.3.1 Drive-away interlock transponder ................................................................................................... 3-3
3.3.2 Encodable drive-away interlock ...................................................................................................... 3-3
4Description
4.1 Overview ......................................................................................................................................... 4-2
4.2 Loader ............................................................................................................................................ 4-3
4.3 Wheel change ................................................................................................................................ 4-6
4.4 Controls .......................................................................................................................................... 4-7
4.4.1 Multifunction panel .......................................................................................................................... 4-8
4.4.2 Emergency seat ............................................................................................................................. 4-8
4.4.3 Opening the window ....................................................................................................................... 4-9
4.5 Fuses/relays ................................................................................................................................... 4-9
4.6 Removing the driver’s cab ............................................................................................................ 4-10
5Operation
5.1 Checks before start-up ................................................................................................................... 5-2
5.2 Start-up........................................................................................................................................... 5-2
5.2.1 Starting the diesel engine ............................................................................................................... 5-2
5.2.2 Winter operation ............................................................................................................................. 5-3
5.2.2.1 Fuel ................................................................................................................................................ 5-3
5.2.2.2 Engine oil change ........................................................................................................................... 5-3
5.2.2.3 Hydraulic system oil change ........................................................................................................... 5-3
5.2.2.4 Anti-freezing agent, windshield washer .......................................................................................... 5-4
5.2.3 Driving the loader on public roads .................................................................................................. 5-4
5.2.4 Working with the loader .................................................................................................................. 5-5

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5.2.5 Heating and ventilation system ........................................................................................................ 5-6
5.2.5.1 Setting the air flow .......................................................................................................................... 5-6
5.2.5.2 Switching on the heater .................................................................................................................. 5-6
5.2.5.3 Switching on the air condition (opt.) ............................................................................................... 5-6
5.2.5.4 Setting the temperature .................................................................................................................. 5-6
5.2.5.5 De-icing/defogging the windshield .................................................................................................. 5-7
5.3 Decommissioning the loader .......................................................................................................... 5-7
5.3.1 Parking the loader .......................................................................................................................... 5-7
5.3.2 Switch off the diesel engine ............................................................................................................ 5-7
5.3.3 Switching off the heater and ventilation system .............................................................................. 5-7
5.3.4 Leaving the loader .......................................................................................................................... 5-7
5.4 Adjusting the driver’s seat .............................................................................................................. 5-8
5.4.1 Euro seat ........................................................................................................................................ 5-8
5.4.2 Grammer seat ................................................................................................................................. 5-8
6Attachments
6.1 Mounting and dismounting attachments without hydraulic connections .......................................... 6-2
6.1.1 Standard/lightweight bucket ............................................................................................................ 6-2
6.1.2 Fork-lift attachment ......................................................................................................................... 6-3
6.2 Mounting and dismounting attachments with a hydraulic connection .............................................. 6-3
6.2.1 Multi-purpose bucket ...................................................................................................................... 6-3
6.3 Use of additional attachments ......................................................................................................... 6-5
7Rescue, towing, lashing, lifting by crane
7.1 Rescue, towing, lashing .................................................................................................................. 7-2
7.1.1 Rescue/towing of the articulated loader if the engine or drive has failed ........................................ 7-2
7.1.1.1 Towing the articulated loader when the engine has failed ............................................................... 7-2
7.1.1.2 Towing the articulated loader when the traction drive has failed ..................................................... 7-5
7.2 Lifting by crane .............................................................................................................................. 7-6
8Maintenance
8Maintenance schedule .................................................................................................................... 8-1
8.1 Notes regarding maintenance ......................................................................................................... 8-3
8.2 Maintenance work .......................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.2.1 Oil level check, engine.................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.2.2 Oil change, engine ......................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.2.3 Maintaining/replacing the air filter .................................................................................................. 8-4
8.2.4 Replacing the safety cartridge (option)........................................................................................... 8-5
8.2.5 Oil level check, front axle ................................................................................................................ 8-5
8.2.6 Oil change , front axle .................................................................................................................... 8-6
8.2.7 Oil level check , rear axle................................................................................................................ 8-7
8.2.8 Oil change , rear axle ..................................................................................................................... 8-8
8.2.9 Oil level check , planetary gear ...................................................................................................... 8-9
8.2.10 Oil change, planetary gear ............................................................................................................. 8-9
8.2.11Oil change, hydraulic system ......................................................................................................... 8-9
8.2.12 Changing the hydraulic oil filter cartridge ..................................................................................... 8-10
8.2.13 Grease points ............................................................................................................................... 8-11
8.2.13.1 Articulated pendulum joint/steering cylinder ................................................................................. 8-11
8.2.13.2 Bucket assembly .......................................................................................................................... 8-12
8.2.13.3 Driver’s cab doors ........................................................................................................................ 8-14
8.2.13.4 Engine hood ................................................................................................................................. 8-14
8.2.13.5 Multi-purpose bucket .................................................................................................................... 8-15
8.2.14 Oil lubrication points ..................................................................................................................... 8-15
8.2.15 Replacing the starter battery ......................................................................................................... 8-15
8.2.16 Maintaining/replacing the fresh air filter ....................................................................................... 8-16
8.2.17 Checking/adjusting the service/parking brake .............................................................................. 8-16
9Faults, causes and remedies

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10 Circuit diagrams
10.1 Electric circuit diagram ................................................................................................................ 10-3
10.1.1 Electric circuit diagram (air-conditioning system fan control) ...................................................... 10-7
10.2 Hydraulic circuit diagram ............................................................................................................. 10-9
11 Technical data (loader)
11.1 AX 700 ......................................................................................................................................... 11-2
11.1.1 Loader .......................................................................................................................................... 11-2
11.1.2 Engine .......................................................................................................................................... 11-2
11.1.3 Starter .......................................................................................................................................... 11-2
11.1.4 Alternator ...................................................................................................................................... 11-2
11.1.5 Hydrostatic drive ........................................................................................................................... 11-2
11.1.6 Axle loads ..................................................................................................................................... 11-2
11.1.7 Tyres ............................................................................................................................................ 11-3
11.1.8 Steering system ............................................................................................................................ 11-3
11.1.9 Brake system................................................................................................................................ 11-3
11.1.10 Electric system ............................................................................................................................. 11-3
11.1.11Hydraulic system .......................................................................................................................... 11-3
11.1.12 Fuel supply system ....................................................................................................................... 11-3
11.1.13 Heating and ventilation system ...................................................................................................... 11-4
11.1.14 Return suction filter ...................................................................................................................... 11-4
11.1.15 Combination cooler ....................................................................................................................... 11-4
11.1.16 Noise emission ............................................................................................................................. 11-4
11.2 AX 850 ......................................................................................................................................... 11-5
11.2.1 Loader .......................................................................................................................................... 11-5
11.2.2 Engine .......................................................................................................................................... 11-5
11.2.3 Starter .......................................................................................................................................... 11-5
11.2.4 Alternator ...................................................................................................................................... 11-5
11.2.5 Hydrostatic drive ........................................................................................................................... 11-5
11.2.6 Axle loads ..................................................................................................................................... 11-5
11.2.7 Tyres ............................................................................................................................................ 11-6
11.2.8 Steering system ............................................................................................................................ 11-6
11.2.9 Brake system................................................................................................................................ 11-6
11.2.10 Electric system ............................................................................................................................. 11-6
11.2.11Hydraulic system .......................................................................................................................... 11-6
11.2.12 Fuel supply system ....................................................................................................................... 11-6
11.2.13 Heating and ventilation system ...................................................................................................... 11-7
11.2.14 Return suction filter ...................................................................................................................... 11-7
11.2.15 Combination cooler ....................................................................................................................... 11-7
11.2.16 Noise emission ............................................................................................................................. 11-7
11.3 AX 1000 ....................................................................................................................................... 11-8
11.3.1 Loader .......................................................................................................................................... 11-8
11.3.2 Engine .......................................................................................................................................... 11-8
11.3.3 Starter .......................................................................................................................................... 11-8
11.3.4 Alternator ...................................................................................................................................... 11-8
11.3.5 Hydrostatic drive ........................................................................................................................... 11-8
11.3.6 Axle loads ..................................................................................................................................... 11-8
11.3.7 Tyres ............................................................................................................................................ 11-9
11.3.8 Steering system ............................................................................................................................ 11-9
11.3.9 Brake system................................................................................................................................ 11-9
11.3.10 Electric system ............................................................................................................................. 11-9
11.3.11Hydraulic system .......................................................................................................................... 11-9
11.3.12 Fuel supply system ....................................................................................................................... 11-9
11.3.13 Heating and ventilation system ...................................................................................................... 11-9
11.3.14 Return suction filter .................................................................................................................... 11-10
11.3.15 Combination cooler ..................................................................................................................... 11-10
11.3.16 Noise emission ........................................................................................................................... 11-10

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12 Technical data (attachments)
12.1 AX 700 attachments ..................................................................................................................... 12-2
12.1.1 Buckets ........................................................................................................................................ 12-2
12.1.2 Fork-lift attachment ....................................................................................................................... 12-4
12.1.3 Lifting hook ................................................................................................................................... 12-4
12.2 AX 850 attachments ..................................................................................................................... 12-6
12.2.1 Buckets ........................................................................................................................................ 12-6
12.2.2 Fork-lift attachment ....................................................................................................................... 12-8
12.2.3 Lifting hook ................................................................................................................................... 12-8
12.3 AX 1000 attachments ................................................................................................................. 12-10
12.3.1 Buckets ...................................................................................................................................... 12-10
12.3.2 Fork-lift attachment ..................................................................................................................... 12-12
12.3.3 Lifting hook ................................................................................................................................. 12-12
13 Additional options
13.1 Additional options ......................................................................................................................... 13-2

Safety regulations

P070/P071/P085/P086/P100/P1011-2
1Safety regulations
1Fundamental safety instructions
1.1 Warnings and symbols
In this operation manual, the following designations or
symbols are used for important information.
NOTE
Extra information about the economical use of
the loader.
CAUTION
Special information for regulations and prohibi-
tions for avoiding damage.
DANGER
Information or regulations and prohibitions for
prevention of damage to persons or extensive
damage to goods.
1.2 Proper use of the loader
1.2.1 This machine was designed according to the
state of the art and recognised safety rules. Nevertheless
the use of the machine may cause danger for the user or
third parties or impairments to the machine or other real
values.
1.2.2 The machine and manufacturer-approved attach-
ments may only be used in a technical non-objectionable
condition, taking all safety regulations especially with
regard to the operating manuals (machine and engine). In
particular defects which could have a detrimental effect on
the safety of the machine should be eliminated imme-
diately.
1.2.3 The machine is designed exclusively for the
purposes described in this operating manual. Any other
use beyond these purposes is regarded as being improper
use. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused
in this connection. The risk is solely that of the user.
The authorized use of the machine also requires the
operating manual (machine and engine) is heeded and the
inspection and maintenance conditions are complied with.
1.3 Organizational measures
1.3.1 The operating manual (machine and engine)
must be available at all times and at the site where the
machine is in operating condition.