Takeuchi TB285 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 the excavator 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.
Warning
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.

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SIGNAL WORDS
Safety messages appearing in this manual
and on machine decals are identified by the
words “DENGER”, “WARNING” and
“CAUTION”. These signal words mean the
following:
Danger
DANGER indicates a hazard with a high
level of risk which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
Warning
WARNING indicates a hazard with a
medium level of risk which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Caution
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.
INTRODUCTION
MANUAL STORAGE COMPARTMENT
A compartment for storing this manual is
provided at the position shown on the
diagram below.
1. After using the manual, place it in the
plastic pouch and store it back in the
manual storage compartment.
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:
<TB285>
<TB290>

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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 dozer blade
visible to the front.
DESIGNATED OPERATIONS
Use this machine primarily for the following
operations:
•Excavation
•Diggingditches
•Diggingsideditches
•Leveling
•Loading
FEATURES
•Hydromountedcabminimizesvibration
•Automatictravelshift-downsystem
•Self-adjustingshoetensionsystem
•Shortpitchrubbercrawler
•Lowenginenoiseandexhaustemissions
•Electroniccontrolofauxiliaryhydraulic
circuit
•Automaticandmanualoperationforengine
deceleration
•Engineemergencystopsystem
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.
•Sufciently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.
, X ....... Prohibition
............. Lock
............. Unlock

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CONTENTS
Introduction .....................................0-2
Machine description........................0-3
Safety ..............................................1-1
General precautions ................................ 1-2
Precautions when preparing .................... 1-8
Precautions when starting ..................... 1-10
Precautions when operating .................. 1-12
Precautions when stopping ................... 1-21
Precautions when transporting .............. 1-22
Precautions on maintenance ................. 1-24
Safety signs (decals) .............................. 1-33
Controls ...........................................2-1
Names of components ............................ 2-2
Covers..................................................... 2-4
Starter key........................................... 2-4
Side cover ........................................... 2-4
Fuel lid................................................. 2-5
Fuel filler port ....................................... 2-5
Engine hood ........................................ 2-6
Fuse box cover.................................... 2-6
Cab ......................................................... 2-7
Cab door ............................................. 2-7
Emergency exit.................................... 2-7
Front window....................................... 2-8
Lowerfrontwindow ............................. 2-9
Side window........................................ 2-9
Emergency hammer (optional) ............. 2-9
Seat and seat belt ................................. 2-10
Seat .................................................. 2-10
Seat belt............................................ 2-11
Air Suspension Seat .......................... 2-12
Instrument cluster.................................. 2-16
Warning lamps................................... 2-16
Indicators........................................... 2-17
Meters ............................................... 2-17
Multi-data display .............................. 2-18
Switches ............................................... 2-24
Starter switch .................................... 2-24
Engine shutdown switch.................... 2-24
Throttle controller............................... 2-24
Hornbutton ....................................... 2-25
Deceleration button ........................... 2-25
Travel speed button ........................... 2-25
Auxiliary 1st switch ............................ 2-26
Auxiliary 2nd/4th switch..................... 2-26
Swing/Second boom select button.... 2-27
Third auxiliary hydraulic button........... 2-27
Auxiliary 2/4 select button.................. 2-27
Wiper switch...................................... 2-28
Washer switch ................................... 2-28
Automatic deceleration switch ........... 2-28
ECO mode switch ............................. 2-29
Highlandmodeswitch ....................... 2-29
Auxiliary 1st flow select switch ........... 2-29
Detent mode switch (Auxiliary 1st) ..... 2-29
Lightswitch ....................................... 2-30
Overload warning switch.................... 2-30
Beacon lamp switch .......................... 2-30
LeversandPedals ................................. 2-31
Safety lock lever ................................ 2-31
Operating levers ................................ 2-31
Blade lever......................................... 2-32
Travel levers/pedals ........................... 2-33
Boom swing pedal............................. 2-33
Accessories........................................... 2-34
Air conditioner ................................... 2-34
Cup holder ........................................ 2-39
Cigarette lighter ................................. 2-40
Ashtray .............................................. 2-40
Interior light........................................ 2-41
Mirrors............................................... 2-41
External power sockets .................... 2-41
Radio (for cab) ................................... 2-42
Auxiliary hydraulic lines ...................... 2-46
Operating the machine with an
accumulator ...................................... 2-51
Loadsafetydevice............................. 2-52
Overload warning device ................... 2-53
Fuel Supply Pump ............................. 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 ............................ 3-5
Operating the machine ............................ 3-6
Leverpattern(ISOpattern)................... 3-6
Leverpattern(JCBpattern).................. 3-7
Warming up the machine (hydraulic oil) 3-8
Inspection after warm-up..................... 3-9
Operating the travel levers ................. 3-10

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Stopping travel .................................. 3-13
Operating the working equipment...... 3-14
Operating procedures............................ 3-16
Prohibited operations......................... 3-16
Cautions on operating ........................... 3-19
Cautions on traveling ......................... 3-19
Cautions on traveling on slopes ........ 3-20
Getting out of mud ............................ 3-22
Operations possible with this
machine............................................. 3-22
Parking the machine.............................. 3-24
Parking .............................................. 3-24
Inspection and checks after stopping
the engine.......................................... 3-24
Handlingincoldclimates ....................... 3-25
Preparing for cold climates ................ 3-25
Cautions after operations................... 3-25
After the cold climate......................... 3-25
Handlingrubbercrawlers....................... 3-26
Prohibitions........................................ 3-26
Cautions............................................ 3-27
Preventing the rubber crawlers from
coming off ......................................... 3-27
Transport .........................................4-1
Loadingandunloading ............................ 4-2
Hoistingthemachine ............................... 4-4
Securing the machine.............................. 4-6
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 ........ 5-6
Listofconsumables............................. 5-7
Listoftools.......................................... 5-8
Listoftighteningtorques ..................... 5-9
Safety-critical parts................................ 5-10
Maintenance list..................................... 5-12
Walk-around inspection ......................... 5-14
Inspecting by opening the engine
hood and covers................................ 5-14
Inspecting by walking around the
machine............................................. 5-15
Inspecting while sitting in the
operator’s seat................................... 5-15
Daily inspection (every 10 hours)............ 5-16
Inspecting and replenishing the
coolant .............................................. 5-16
Inspecting and replenishing the
engine oil ........................................... 5-17
Inspecting the water separator and
the fuel filters ..................................... 5-18
Inspecting the fuel level...................... 5-19
Inspecting the hydraulic oil tank level
and replenishing ................................ 5-20
Lubricatingtheworkingequipment .... 5-21
After the initial 50 hours
(only for new machines) ......................... 5-22
Replacing the engine oil and the oil
filter ................................................... 5-22
Inspectingandadjustingthefanbelt.. 5-24
Inspectingandadjustingthe
compressor belt (AC)......................... 5-26
Every 50 hours ...................................... 5-28
Inspecting the crawler belt tension..... 5-28
Lubricatingtheslewbearing .............. 5-30
Draining the water from the fuel tank.. 5-31
Inspecting the battery fluid level and
replenishing ....................................... 5-32
After the initial 250 hours
(only for new machines) ......................... 5-34
Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter 5-34
Replacing the pilot line filter................ 5-35
Replacing the travel motor gear oil..... 5-36
Every 250 hours .................................... 5-37
Replacing the engine oil and the oil
filter ................................................... 5-37
Inspectingandadjustingthefanbelt.. 5-37
Inspectingandadjustingthe
compressor belt (AC) ........................ 5-37
Cleaning the air cleaner ..................... 5-38
Cleaning the radiator fins and oil
cooler fins.......................................... 5-39
Cleaning the air filters (air conditioner) 5-40
Cleaning the condenser (AC) ............. 5-41
Inspecting the refrigerant (gas) level
(AC) ................................................... 5-42
Every 500 hours .................................... 5-44
Replacing the fuel filter....................... 5-44
Replacing the water separator filter
<TB285>........................................... 5-46
Replacing the feed pump filter
<TB290>........................................... 5-47
Every 1000 hours .................................. 5-48
Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter 5-48
Replacing the pilot line filter................ 5-48

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Replacing the travel motor gear oil..... 5-48
Cleaning the engine cooling system... 5-48
Replacing the air cleaner element ...... 5-50
Replacing the air breather filter .......... 5-51
Inspectingandadjustingtheengine
valve clearance .................................. 5-51
Retightening the engine cylinder head
bolt <TB285> .................................... 5-51
Inspecting the engine compression
pressure <TB290>............................. 5-51
Inspecting and cleaning the engine
starter and the alternator <TB290>.... 5-51
Every 1500 hours .................................. 5-52
Inspecting and cleaning the engine
fuelinjectors<TB285>....................... 5-52
Inspecting the crankcase breather
system <TB285>............................... 5-52
Every 2000 hours .................................. 5-53
Lappingtheenginevalveseats
<TB285>........................................... 5-53
Every 4000 hours .................................. 5-54
Replacing the hydraulic oil and
cleaning the suction strainer .............. 5-54
When required....................................... 5-58
Replacing the bucket teeth and the
side cutters........................................ 5-58
Replacing the bucket......................... 5-60
Adjustingthegapbetweenthe
bucket and arm (If equipped) ............. 5-62
Inspecting and replenishing the
windshield washer fluid...................... 5-63
Draining the water from the water
separator........................................... 5-63
Lubricatingtheleversandpedals....... 5-64
Inspecting the rubber crawlers........... 5-65
Replacing the rubber crawlers ........... 5-66
Maintenance during extended storage
period.................................................... 5-68
Troubleshooting ...............................6-1
Symptoms that are not malfunctions ....... 6-2
If the engine overheats............................. 6-3
If the battery goes dead........................... 6-4
If a fuse blows ......................................... 6-6
Inspecting and replacing the fuse......... 6-6
Inspecting the fusible link..................... 6-7
Restarting after adding fuel...................... 6-8
Bleeding air from the fuel system ......... 6-8
If a warning lamp flashes ....................... 6-10
Vehicle error code list............................. 6-12
Engine error code list............................. 6-14
Other symptoms.................................... 6-18
Loweringtheboomtotheground ......... 6-20
Towing................................................... 6-21
Specifications..................................7-1
Basic Specifications................................. 7-2
Machine dimensions................................ 7-4
Operating ranges..................................... 7-8
LiftingCapacities ................................... 7-13
Options ............................................8-1
General precautions ................................ 8-2
Safety precautions............................... 8-2
Cautions when installing attachments .. 8-2
Cautions when operating attachments. 8-3
Attachment combination table ................. 8-4
Selecting a lever pattern .......................... 8-5
Switching the lever pattern .................. 8-5
Hydraulicbreaker .................................... 8-6
Cautions on operating ......................... 8-6
Replacing the hydraulic oil regularly ..... 8-7
Travel alarm ............................................. 8-8
Optional equipment mass ....................... 8-9
Biodegradable oil................................... 8-10
Replacing the hydraulic oil with
biodegradable oil ............................... 8-10
Cab options........................................... 8-11
Angle dozer blade.................................. 8-12
Operating lever switch kit 1.................... 8-13
Hornbutton ....................................... 8-13
Deceleration button ........................... 8-13
Travel speed button ........................... 8-13
Auxiliary 1st switch ............................ 8-14
Auxiliary 2nd/4th switch..................... 8-14
Auxiliary 2/4 select button.................. 8-15
Swing/Second boom select button.... 8-15

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SAFETY

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SAFETY
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
It is your responsibility to observe all
pertinent laws and regulations and to
follow the manufacture’s instructions on
machine operation, inspection and
maintenance.
Virtually all accidents occur as the result of a
failure to observe basic safety rules and
precautions.
Most accidents can be prevented by
identifying the potentially hazardous
situations beforehand.
Read and understand all safety messages
which describe how to prevent accidents.
Do not operate the machine until you are
sure that you have gained a proper
understanding of its operation, inspection
and maintenance.
Observe all safety rules
•Operation,inspectionandmaintenanceof
this machine must be performed only by a
trained and qualified person.
•Allrules,regulations,precautionsand
safety procedures must be understood and
followed when performing operation,
inspection and maintenance of this
machine.
•Donotperformanyoperation,inspection
and maintenance of this machine when
under the adverse influence of alcohol,
drugs, medication, fatigue, or insufficient
sleep.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
When a problem is found on the machine
If any problem (noise, vibration, smell,
disorder of instrument, smoke, oil leak,
wrong indication of alarm or unusual
indication in the instrument cluster, etc.) is
detected during the operation or inspection
and maintenance of the machine,
immediately inform your sales or service
dealer and take proper actions. Do not
operate the machine until the trouble is
cleared.
Operating temperature range
To maintain the performance of machine and
to prevent it from early wear, observe the
following operating conditions.
•Donotoperatethemachineiftheambient
temperature is higher than +45°C (+113°F)
or lower than –15°C (+5°F).
· If operated at an ambient temperature of
higher than +45°C (+113°F), the engine
may overheat and cause the engine oil to
degrade.
· If operated at an ambient temperature of
lower than –15°C (+5°F), the parts made
of rubber such as gaskets may get
hardened to cause an early wear or
damage to the machine.
· If the machine is to be used outside the
ambient temperature range described
above, consult your sales or a service
dealer.

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SAFETY
Wear appropriate clothing and protective
equipment
•Donotwearlooseclothingorany
accessory that can catch on controls or in
moving parts.
•Donotwearoilyorfuelstainedclothing
that can easily catch fire.
•Wearahardhat,safetyshoes,safety
glasses, filter mask, heavy gloves, ear
protection and other protective equipment
asrequiredbyjobconditions.Wear
required appropriate equipment such as
safety glasses and filter mask when using
grinders, hammers or compressed air, as
metalfragmentsorotherobjectscany
andcauseseriousinjury.
•Usehearingprotectionwhenoperatingthe
machine.Loudprolongednoisecancause
hearing impairments, even the total loss of
hearing.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Install a fire extinguisher and first aid kit
Be prepared for fire and accidents
•Installanextinguisherandarstaidkit,
and learn how to use them.
•Leanhowtoghtareandhowtodeal
with accidents.
•Knowhowtocontactemergency
assistance and make a list of emergency
contacts.
Never remove safety equipment
•Makesureallprotectiveguards,covers
and doors are in place and secured. Repair
or replace damaged parts before operating
the machine.
•Knowhowtousethesafetylocklever,seat
belt and other safety equipment and use
them properly.
•Neverremoveanysafetyequipmentexcept
forservicing.Keepallsafetyequipmentin
good operating condition.

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SAFETY
Use a signal person and a flag person
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Learnhowtousethehandsignalsrequired
forparticularjobsandmakesurewhohas
the responsibility for signaling.
•Allpersonnelmustfullyunderstandallthe
signals.
•Theoperatormustrespondtosignalsonly
from the appointed signal person, but must
obey a stop signal at any time from
anyone.
•Thesignalpersonmuststandinaclearly
visible location when giving signals.
Cautions when standing up from or
leaving the operator’s seat
•Beforestandingupfromtheoperator’s
seat to open/close the window or remove/
install the lower window, lower the working
equipment to the ground, raise the safety
lock levers to engage the lock and stop the
engine. If any controls should be
accidentally touched when the safety lock
levers is lowered (unlocked), the machine
will suddenly move and cause serious
injuryordeath.
•Becarefulnottotouchtheoperatinglevers
when raising or lowering the safety lock
levers.
•Beforeleavingtheoperator’sseat,lower
the working equipment to the ground, raise
the safety lock levers to engage the lock
and stop the engine. Also, be sure to
remove the key, lock the door and covers,
take it with you and store it in a specified
place.

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SAFETY
Avoid fire and explosion hazards
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Keepamesawayfromfuel,oil,greaseand
antifreeze. Fuel is particularly flammable and
dangerous.
•Whenhandlingthesecombustible
materials, keep lit cigarettes, matches,
lighters and other flames or sources of
flames away.
•Donotsmokeorpermitopenameswhile
handling fuel or working on the fuel system.
•Donotleavethelocationwhilerellingwith
fuel or oil.
•Neverremovethefuelcaporaddfuel
when the engine is running or still hot. Also,
do not spill the fuel on the hot surface of
the machine or the component of the
electric system.
•Cleanupspilledfueloroilimmediately.
•Checkforfuel,oilleak.Stopallleaksand
clean the machine before operating.
•Whenoperatingwithgrinderorwelding,
move inflammables to a safe place.
•Donotcutorweldonpipesortubesthat
contain flammable fluids. Clean thoroughly
with nonflammable solvent before cutting
or welding.
•Removealltrashordebrisfromthe
machine. Make sure that oily rags or other
flammable material are not stored on the
machine.
•Handleallsolventsanddrychemicals
(foam type fire extinguisher) according to
procedures identified on manufacturer’s
containers. Work in a well-ventilated area.
•Neverusefuelforcleaningpurposes.
Always use a nonflammable solvent.
•Whenhandlingthefuel,washingoilor
paint, open the door and windows to
ventilate thoroughly.
•Storeallammableuidsandmaterialsina
safe and well-ventilated place.
•Theshortcircuitoftheelectricsystemmay
cause the fire. Check for any loosened
connections or damage to the wires every
day. Retighten the loosened connector and
wire clamp. Fix or change the damaged
wire.
•Firefromthepipes:
Make sure that the clamps, guards and
cushions of the hoses and tubes are
securely fixed. If not, hoses or tubes may
be damaged due to vibration or contact
with other parts during operation. This can
cause the high-pressure oil to spurt out,
resultinginthereorinjury.

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SAFETY
Exhaust fumes from the engine is
poisonous
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
•Donotoperatetheengineinanenclosed
area without adequate ventilation.
•Ifnaturalventilationisnotpossible,install
ventilators, fans, exhaust extension pipes
or other venting devices.
Handling asbestos dust
Inhaling asbestos dust can cause lung
cancer. When handling the materials which
may contain asbestos, take the following
precautions:
•Neverusecompressedairforcleaning.
•Avoidbrushingorgrindingpartscontaining
asbestos.
•Forcleanup,useavacuumequippedwith
ahighefciencyparticulateairlter(HEPA).
•Wearthestipulatedrespiratorifthereisno
other way to control the dust. When
working indoors, install a ventilation system
with a macromolecular filter.
•Donotallowunauthorizedpersonnelinthe
work area while working.
•Followtherulesandenvironmental
standard applicable to the work area.
Be careful not to get crushed or cut
Never put your hands, feet or other parts of
your body between the upperstructure and
the undercarriage or tracks, between the
machine body and working equipment, or
between a cylinder and moving part. The
sizes of these gaps change when the
machine moves, and a person can suffer
severeinjuryordeath.

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SAFETY
Using optional products
•ConsultwithTakeuchibeforeinstalling
optional attachments. Depending on the
type of attachments or the combination of
them, the attachment may come into
contact with the operator’s compartment
or the other parts of the machine. Make
sure that the optional attachment installed
is not contacted with other parts before
use.
•Donotuseattachmentsthathavenot
been approved by Takeuchi. Doing so may
compromise safety or adversely affect the
machine’s operation or service life.
•Takeuchiwillnotbeheldresponsiblefor
anyinjuries,accidentsordamagetoits
products caused by the use by a non-
approved attachment.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Never modify the machine
Unauthorized modifications to this machine
cancauseinjuryordeath.Nevermake
unauthorized modifications to any part of this
machine.

1-8
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS WHEN
PREPARING
Know the work area
Before starting operation, know the working
area condition to ensure a safety operation.
•Inspectthetopographyandground
condition of the working area, or the
structure of the building when working
indoors, and take the safety precautions as
necessary.
•Besuretoavoidallhazardsand
obstructions such as ditches, underground
lines, trees, cliffs, overhead electrical wires,
or places where there is a danger of falling
rocks or slides.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING
•Checkwiththeadministratorforthe
locations of buried gas pipes, water pipes
and power cables. If necessary, determine
what specific precautions must be taken to
insure safety by consulting with the
administrator.
•Whenworkingonroads,besureto
consider the safety of pedestrians and
vehicles.
· Use a flag person and/or a signal.
· Fence off the working area and keep off
unauthorized persons.
•Whenworkinginwaterorcrossingshallow
streams or creeks, check the depth of the
water, the solidity of the ground and the
water flow speed beforehand.
Refer to “Cautions on operating” for further
instructions.
Check the strength of the bridge
When traveling over a bridge or a structure,
check the permissible load. If the strength is
insufficient, reinforce the bridge or the
structure.
Always keep the machine clean
•Cleanwindows,mirrorsandlightsto
ensure good visibility.
 Adjustthemirrortothebestpositionfor
the operator to see the rear view (blind
spot) from the operator’s seat.
•Wipeoffanyoil,grease,mud,snoworice,
to prevent accidents due to slipping.
•Removealllooseobjectsandunnecessary
devices from the machine.
•Removeanydirt,oilorgreasefromthe
engine area to prevent fires.
•Cleanaroundtheoperator’sseatand
removeanyunnecessaryobjectfromthe
machine.

1-9
SAFETY
Perform inspection and maintenance
every day
Failure to identify or repair the irregularities or
damage on machine can lead to accidents.
•Beforeoperating,performthespecied
inspection and make prompt repairs where
necessary.
•Ifafailureoccursandtheoperation
becomes impossible or the engine fails,
immediately stop the machine by following
the shutdown procedure, and keep
machine securely parked until the
malfunction is corrected.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING
Cautions in the operator’s compartment
•Removemudandgreasefromshoesoles
before entering the operator’s
compartment. Pedaling the machine with
the shoes with mud and grease will cause
a slip accident.
•Donotleavethepartsortoolsaroundthe
operator’s seat.
•Donotleaveanyplasticbottlesinthe
operator’s compartment or attach any
suction cups on the window glass. The
plastic bottle or suction cup act as a lens
and can cause fire.
•Donotusethemobilephoneduring
traveling or working.
•Donotbringcombustiblesorexplosives
into the operator’s compartment.
•Aftersmoking,besuretotightlyclosethe
lid of the ashtray to put out the match or
cigarette.
•Donotleavethecigarettelighterinthe
operator’s compartment. When the room
temperature rises, the lighter may explore.
Emergency exit
Front window (excluding machines with a
front guard)
If you should become trapped inside the
cab, open the front window to get out.
Emergency hammer (optional)
An emergency hammer is installed to be
used to escape from the cab in an
emergency. When escaping, break the
windows with the hammer.

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SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS WHEN
STARTING
Support your weight in a three point
secure stance when getting on/off the
machine
•Donotjumponordownfromthemachine.
Never attempt to get on or off the moving
machine.
•Whengettingonoroffthecab,rstfully
open the door to the locked position and
check that it does not move (for machines
with cab).
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING
•Climbup/downthestepsfacingthe
machine and holding the handrail to
support your weight in a three point secure
stance (hand and feet).
•Neverusethesafetylockleverorcontrol
levers as hand holds.
Before starting the machine, ask any
unauthorized personnel to leave the area
Do not start the engine until you are sure it is
safe to start the machine by checking the
following items.
•Walkaroundthemachineandwarnthe
person who is servicing the machine or is
walking near the machine. Do not start the
machine until you are certain that no one is
around the machine.
•Checkifthereisa“DONOTOPERATE”
alert sign or similar sign is on the cab door,
controls or starter switch. If there is one, do
not start the engine or touch any levers.
•Soundthehorntowarnpeoplearoundthe
machine.
Sit in the operator’s seat and start the
engine
•Adjusttheseattosecurelylatchit.
•Fastentheseatbelt.
•Checkiftheparkingbrakeisonandall
control levers and pedals are in the neutral
position.
•Checkifthesafetylockleverisinthelock
position.
•Makesurethatnooneisnearthemachine.
•Startandoperatethemachineonlyfrom
the operator’s seat.
•Neverattempttostarttheengineby
shorting across the starter terminals.