Takeuchi TL8 User manual

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
This symbol represents the safety alert.
The message that follows the symbol
contains important information about
safety.
Read and understand the message to
avoid personal injury or death.
It is the owner or employer’s responsibility
to fully instruct each operator in the
proper and safe operation of all
equipment. All persons using this
machine should thoroughly familiarize
themselves with the contents of this
manual.
All operators must be instructed on the
proper functions of this machine before
running the machine.
Learn and practice correct use of the
machine controls in a safe, clear area
before operating this machine on a job
site.
Improper operation, inspection and
maintenance of this machine can cause
injury or death.
Read and understand this manual before
performing any operation, inspection or
maintenance on this machine.
Always store this manual near at hand
preferably on the machine itself. If it should
be lost or damaged, immediately order a
new one from your Takeuchi dealer.
When transferring ownership of this machine,
be sure to hand this manual to the next
owner.
Takeuchi supplies machines complying with
the local regulations and standards of the
country of export. If your machine has been
purchased in another country or from a
person or company of another country, it
may not have the safety devices or safety
standards required for use in your country.
Should you have any question about whether
your machine complies with the regulations
and standards of your country, contact a
Takeuchi dealer.
AG7O003

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SIGNAL WORDS
Safety messages appearing in this manual
and on machine decals are identified by the
words “DANGER”, “WARNING” and
“CAUTION”. These signal words mean the
following:
DANGER indicates a hazard with a high
level of risk which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard with a
medium level of risk which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard with a low
level of risk which, if not avoided, could
result in minor moderate injury.
IMPORTANT: The word IMPORTANT is
used to alert operators and maintenance
personnel about situations which could
result in damage to the machine and its
components.
It is impossible to foresee every possible
circumstance that might involve a potential
hazard. The warnings in this manual or on
the machine can not cover all possible
contingencies. You must exercise all due
care and follow normal safety procedures
when operating the machine so as to ensure
that no damage occurs to the machine, its
operators or other persons.

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FOREWORD
This manual describes operation, inspection
and maintenance of the machine, as well as
safety instructions to be heeded during these
operations. If you have any questions about
the machine, please contact a Takeuchi
sales or service outlet.
• Some details in this manual may differ from
those provided in the machine you are
using.
• Please note that the information and
specifications in this manual are subject to
change without prior notice.
INTRODUCTION
MANUAL STORAGE COMPARTMENT
A compartment for storing this manual is
provided at the position shown on the
diagram below.
Type A
Type B
1. Insert the ignition key and turn it
counterclockwise to open the cover (1).
2. After using the manual, place it in the
plastic pouch and store it back in the
manual storage compartment.

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INTRODUCTION
SERIAL NUMBERS
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the machine
name plate with the serial number.
Check the serial numbers of the machine
and engine and write them down in the
spaces below.
Machine number:
Engine number:
<TL8>
<TL10/TL12>

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FRONT, REAR, LEFT AND RIGHT
MACHINE DESCRIPTION
This manual refers the front, rear, left and
right of the machine as seen when sitting in
the operator’s seat with the bucket visible to
the front.
DESIGNATED OPERATIONS
Use this machine primarily for the following
operations:
• Hauling
• Leveling
• Loading
FEATURES
• Hydrostatic drive system
• Tilt-up canopy and cab with ROPS/FOPS
• Engine emergency stop system
• Low engine noise and exhaust emissions
• Electronic control of auxiliary hydraulic
circuit
BREAK-IN PERIOD
When the machine is new, operate the
machine for the first 100 hours (as indicated
on the hour meter) by following the
instructions below.
Using a new machine without a break-in
period will lead to quicker deterioration of
machine performance and may shorten the
machine’s service life.
• Sufficiently warm up the engine and
hydraulic oil.
• Avoid heavy loads and rapid operations.
Operate with a load of about 80% the
maximum load.
• Do not abruptly start up, accelerate,
change directions, or stop unless
necessary.

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NOTES ON READING THIS
MANUAL
Please note that the descriptions and
diagrams included in this manual may not be
applicable to your machine.
The numbers used in the illustration are with
circles around them. The same numbers
appear between the parentheses in the text.
(Example: (1))
Symbols used in this manual
The symbols used in this manual have the
following meanings.
...... Prohibition
............. Lock
............. Unlock

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CONTENTS
Introduction .....................................0-2
Machine description........................0-4
Safety ..............................................1-1
General precautions ................................ 1-2
Precautions when preparing .................. 1-11
Precautions when starting ..................... 1-14
Precautions when operating .................. 1-17
Precautions when stopping ................... 1-27
Precautions when transporting .............. 1-28
Precautions on maintenance ................. 1-30
Safety signs (decals) .............................. 1-42
Controls ...........................................2-1
Names of components ........................... 2-2
Covers..................................................... 2-4
Ignition key .......................................... 2-4
Fuel filler port ....................................... 2-4
Engine hood ........................................ 2-5
Rear door ............................................ 2-5
Cab ......................................................... 2-6
Cab door ............................................. 2-6
Side Window ....................................... 2-8
Emergency exit.................................... 2-9
Fuse box ............................................. 2-9
Lift arm stopper ..................................... 2-10
Seat and seat belt ................................. 2-12
Seat .................................................. 2-12
Seat belt ........................................... 2-13
3-point seat belt (optional) ................. 2-13
Instrument cluster.................................. 2-14
Warning lamps................................... 2-14
Indicators........................................... 2-15
Meters ............................................... 2-15
Multi-data display .............................. 2-16
Switches ............................................... 2-24
Ignition switch.................................... 2-24
Engine shutdown switch.................... 2-24
Horn button ....................................... 2-24
Float button ....................................... 2-25
Throttle controller............................... 2-25
Multifunction buttons ......................... 2-26
Auxiliary hydraulic switches................ 2-26
Travel speed button ........................... 2-28
Front wiper switch (optional)
Rear wiper switch (optional) ............... 2-29
Front light switch ............................... 2-29
Tail light switch................................... 2-29
ECO/Power mode select switch ........ 2-30
DPF manual regeneration/inhibit select
switch................................................ 2-30
Auxiliary 1st flow rate select switch .... 2-32
Parking brake switch (TL12 optional) .. 2-32
Ride control switch
(TL10/TL12 optional).......................... 2-33
Aux. 2nd/14-pin connector select switch
(TL10/TL12 optional).......................... 2-33
14-pin connector G/H select switch
(optional)............................................ 2-33
Levers and Pedal................................... 2-34
Safety Bar.......................................... 2-34
Throttle lever (TL10/TL12).................. 2-34
Throttle pedal (optional) ..................... 2-34
Right control lever.............................. 2-35
Left control lever ................................ 2-35
Accessories........................................... 2-36
Air conditioner ................................... 2-36
External power socket ...................... 2-40
Interior light........................................ 2-40
Mirrors............................................... 2-41
Radio (for cab optional)...................... 2-41
Auxiliary hydraulic lines (optional) ....... 2-48
Aux. 2nd lines (TL10/TL12 optional)... 2-50
High-Flow Hydraulic System
(If equipped)....................................... 2-52
Lift arm lower button (If equipped)...... 2-53
Blow by heater lamp (If equipped).........2-54
Active power control (If equipped).........2-54
Operation .........................................3-1
Before starting operation ......................... 3-2
Getting on or off the machine............... 3-2
Walk-around inspection ....................... 3-2
Daily inspection.................................... 3-2
Starting and stopping the engine ............. 3-3
Before starting the engine.................... 3-3
Starting the Engine .............................. 3-4
Warming up the engine........................ 3-5
Stopping the engine ............................ 3-6
Operating the machine ............................ 3-8
Lever pattern (ISO)............................... 3-8
Lever pattern (H) (If equipped).............. 3-9
Warming up the machine
(hydraulic oil)...................................... 3-10
Inspection after warm-up................... 3-11
Traveling the machine ........................ 3-12
Stopping travel .................................. 3-14
Operating the working equipment...... 3-14

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Operating procedures............................ 3-16
Prohibited operations......................... 3-16
Cautions on operating ....................... 3-19
Cautions on traveling on slopes ........ 3-20
Operations possible with this
machine............................................. 3-22
Parking the machine.............................. 3-25
Parking .............................................. 3-25
Inspection and checks after stopping
the engine.......................................... 3-25
Handling in cold climates....................... 3-26
Preparing for cold climates ................ 3-26
Cautions after operations................... 3-26
After the cold climate......................... 3-26
Handling rubber tracks .......................... 3-27
Prohibitions........................................ 3-27
Cautions............................................ 3-28
Preventing the rubber tracks from
coming off ......................................... 3-28
Handling the engine............................... 3-30
Prohibitions........................................ 3-30
Cautions............................................ 3-30
Diesel fuel .......................................... 3-30
Transport .........................................4-1
Loading and unloading ............................ 4-2
Hoisting the machine............................... 4-3
Securing the machine.............................. 4-5
Maintenance....................................5-1
General.................................................... 5-2
Maintenance overview ......................... 5-2
Cautions on maintenance .................... 5-2
Service data ............................................ 5-4
Fuel and lubricant table........................ 5-4
Regularly replace the hydraulic oil ........ 5-8
List of consumables............................. 5-9
List of tools (If equipped).................... 5-10
List of tightening torques ................... 5-11
Safety-critical parts................................ 5-12
Maintenance list..................................... 5-14
Walk-around inspection ......................... 5-16
Inspecting by opening the engine
hood and rear door............................ 5-16
Inspecting by walking around the
machine............................................. 5-17
Inspecting while sitting in the operator’s
seat ................................................... 5-17
Daily inspection (every 10 hours)............ 5-18
Inspecting and replenishing the
coolant .............................................. 5-18
Inspecting and replenishing the engine
oil ...................................................... 5-19
Inspecting the water separator........... 5-20
Inspecting the fuel level...................... 5-20
Inspecting the hydraulic oil tank level
and replenishing ................................ 5-21
Lubricating the working equipment .... 5-22
Inspecting and removing combustible
materials from the rear and belly of
machine............................................. 5-23
After the initial 50 hours
(only for new machines) ......................... 5-24
Replacing the engine oil and the oil
filter ................................................... 5-24
Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter . 5-26
Replacing the pilot line filter................ 5-27
Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt.. 5-28
Inspecting and adjusting the compressor
belt (AC) ............................................ 5-30
Every 50 hours ...................................... 5-31
Inspecting and adjusting the track
tension .............................................. 5-31
Draining the water from the fuel tank.. 5-32
Inspecting the battery fluid level and
replenishing ....................................... 5-33
Inspecting the bucket stoppers
(bolts/nuts)......................................... 5-34
Inspecting for and removing any
combustibles around the battery........ 5-35
Every 100 hours .................................... 5-37
Cleaning the water separator ............. 5-37
After the initial 250 hours
(only for new machines) ......................... 5-38
Replacing the travel motor gear oil..... 5-38
Every 250 hours .................................... 5-39
Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt.. 5-39
Inspecting and adjusting the compressor
belt (AC) ............................................ 5-39
Replacing the air cleaner element ...... 5-40
Cleaning the radiator fins and the oil
cooler fins.......................................... 5-41
Cleaning the condenser (AC) ............. 5-41
Cleaning the air filters (AC) ................. 5-42
Inspecting the refrigerant (gas) level
(AC) ................................................... 5-43
Every 500 hours .................................... 5-45
Replacing the engine oil and the oil
filter ................................................... 5-45