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FOREWORD
The purpose of this manualisto serve as a guideto the
proper operation and maintenance of your machine.
Study this manual carefully before starting, operating
the machine or performing any preventive maintenance
procedures. Many hours have been spent in designing
and producing the safest and most efficient machine
possible. All this time may be wasted if you do not read
the safety instructionsandfollow them. Becomefamiliar
with all controls and instructions and keep this manual
in the machine for handy reference. Machines usually
do not cause accidents, people do. A safety conscious
person and a well maintained machine make a safe,
efficient and profitable combination.
Operational instructions for many options are given in
this manual. Please disregard any instructions that do
not apply to your machine. Illustrations in this manual
may show optional equipment.
It is our policy to constantly strive to improve our
products. The right therefore is reserved to make
changes in design and improvements whenever it is
believed the efficiency of the product will be improved,
without incurring any obligation to incorporate such
improvements in any product which has been shipped
or is in service.
SAFETY REGULATIONS
Each country has its own safety legislation. It is in the
operator's own interest to be conversant with these
regulations and to comply with them in full. This also
applies to local bylaws and regulations in force on a
particular worksite.
Should the recommendations in this manual deviate
from those of the user's country, the national
regulations should be followed.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
The symbol shown above will appear at various points
in this manual in conjunction with warning statements.
Its appearance means: "WARNING! BEALERT!YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED!"
Note: Make sure that the warning Decals are read-
able, otherwise accidents may occur.
KNOW THE CAPACITY AND LIMITS OF YOUR
MACHINE!
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UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION OF ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)
Do not make unauthorized modifications or alterations to the ROPS such as: welding on fire extinguisher
brackets, CB antenna brackets, or fire suppression systems. Unauthorized modifications will affect the
structural limits of the ROPS and will void the certification.
The Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) have been certified to meet specified test requirements. These
certifications are required by the U.S. Department of Labor under OSHA Regulation 1926.1000.
Any planned modification or change must be reviewed in advance by the Engineering Department to
determine if the modification or change can be made within the limits of the certifying tests.
It is important that each person in your organization, including management, be made fully aware of these
rules involving the ROPS.
Whenever anyone sees a machine ROPS with unauthorized modifications or changes, both the customer
and manufacture should be notified in writing.
SPARK ARRESTER MAY BE REQUIRED
Many states and other governmental entities have adopted laws and regulations which require spark
arresters on machines operating on or near forests, brush or grass covered lands within their jurisdiction.
The Federal government also has regulations (Forest Services) which require spark arresters on machines
operating on National lands.
Use of machines without spark arresters in areas where such use is prohibited by law or regulation can
subject the owner or operator of the machine to penal fines or civil damages, including the costs of fire
suppression.
Spark arresting equipment complying with the applicable laws and regulations must be installed on any
machines which are likely to be operated in such areas. All machines which are converted for woodland use
(loggers, harvesters, etc.) should be equipped with approved spark arresting equipment.
Machines with turbo charged engines do not require additional spark arresting equipment to comply with
currently known laws and regulations.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRESENTATION 1
Maintenance and Inspections 3
Nameplates and Decals 4
Product Identification 9
INSTRUMENT PANEL 12
Left Hand Instrument Panel 12
Right Hand Instrument Panel 18
Overhead Panel 22
OTHER CONTROLS 25
OPERATING 32
Prepare to Operate 32
Procedure Before Starting 32
Run In Instructions 34
Starting Engine 35
Before Operating 36
Operating·the Machine 37
General Information 37
Application 38
PARKING MACHINE 43
Short Term 43
Long Term 44
TRANSPORTING 46
TOWING 46
DELIVERY AND SITE TO SITE INFORMATION 46
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 47
Service Position 47
A Few Simple Rules When Servicing 48
Maintenance Intervals 51
Basic Maintenance Procedures 53
SPECIFICATIONS 87
ALPHABETICAL INDEX 93

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PRESENTATION
The L140 is a wheel loader with articulated frame steering and four wheel drive. It weighs approximately
19,151 kg (42220 Ibs.)
ENGINE
The engine is a six cylinder, in line 4 cycle turbocharged Cummins LT-10-C250diesel engine.
DRIVE TRAIN
The drivetrain includes a high efficiency, single-stage single phase torque converter and a countershaft type,
powershift with directional clutch modulation transmission.
The fixed front and oscillating rear axles utilize full floating axle shafts with planetary type hub reductions in
each wheel. Limited slip differentials are included in both the front and rear axles.

BRAKES
The brake system is a dual circuit, fully hydraulic, outboard mounted dry disc brake system. One brake
circuit is for the front axle and one for the rear axle with one brake caliper per wheel. Application of the left
pedal neutralizes the transmission as well as applying the brakes.
The machine is equipped with a spring applied, hydraulically released dry disc parking brake mounted on the
front axle input flange.
STEERING
The articulated frame machine is equipped with a fully hydraulic steering system with a separate pump and
two double acting cylinders.
CAB
The machine is equipped with a cab that has been RaPS/FOPS tested and approved in accordance with
SAE J1040C and SAE J231. The cab is equipped with a filtered fresh air heater and pressurizing system.
The cab has two exits; one through the left hand door and the other, the right hand door.
HYDRAULICS
The hydraulic system is closed and pressurized. Oil is pumped through a gear pump mounted on the torque
converter to supply oil for the two double acting lifting cylinders and the two bucket cylinders.
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MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTIONS
MAINTENANCE
If the machine is to work as economically as possible,
thorough maintenance is necessary. The recommended inter-
vals for maintenance and lubrication refer to normal working
and environmental conditions. The maintenance work de-
scribed in this manual can be carried out by the operator
himself. Further adjustments and repairs to the the machine
should be performed by an authorized dealer.
INSPECTIONS
Delivery Inspections
Before the machine left the factory it was tested and adjusted.
In addition to this, your dealer has carried out a further check,
the "Delivery Inspection", according to our instructions before
the machine was delivered to you.
Follow-Up Inspections
It is important that the machine receive further checks.
Retightening of bolts, checking adjustments and other minor
measures have to be carried out. You are entitled to two
service inspections free of charge. The first must be carried
out within the first 30 days or 100 hours of operation. The
second is to be completed within 6 months, but not more than
1000 hours of operation.
The points in time at which these services should be carried
out may be changed without prior notice.
Maintenance Inspections
In addition to the maintenance listed in this manual, authorized
dealers offer maintenance programs which give an indication
of the general condition of the machine.
Further information about these programs can be obtained
from the nearest authorized dealer.
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NAMEPLATES AND WARNING DECALS
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The numbers on the illustration refer to the machine plates, warning and information decals which are
installed on the machine. It is the responsibility of the operator to make sure that the yellow and black
warning decals are readable, otherwise accidents may occur. If the decals are no longer readable, new ones
should be ordered and installed.
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NAMEPLATES AND WARNING DECALS - Left Side
1. Heater Control- In cab on left side below panel.
2. Important- Release Parking Brake - Located above the heater control knob.
3. Gear Indicator- On plate below steering wheel; left side.
4. Bucket and Boom Operation- In cab on Boom/Bucket lever tower next to operator seat.
5. WARNING- Brake System - Located in cab on left side below panel.
6. Canopy Serial Number Plate- Located at upper right rear of cab.
7. WARNING- ROPS - Located at upper right rear of cab.
8. MICHIGAN- Model designation. (both sides)
9. L 140- Model designation. (both sides)
10. WARNING- Jump start - Radiator cowling above the battery box. (both sides)
11. WARNING- Side Panel. - On engine compartment hoodsides.
12. WARNING- Articulated Warning - (2) Located on front side of fuel tank and front side of hydraulic
tank.
13. Transmission oil level- Front of rear frame on left side behind fuel tank.
14. Pressure check- Front of rear frame on left side.
16. Filter Replacements- Located on left side rear of the front frame.
17. Lubrication Instructions- Located on rear left side of front frame.
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NAMEPLATES AND WARNING DECALS
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The numbers on the illustration refer to the machine plates, warning and information decals which are
installed on the machine. It is the responsibility of the operator to make sure that the yellow and black
warning decals are readable, otherwise accidents may occur. If the decals are no longer readable, new ones
should be ordered and installed.
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NAMEPLATES AND WARNING DECALS - Right Side
1. L 140- Model designation. (both sides)
2. MICHIGAN- Model designation.(both sides)
3. Serial Number Plate- Outside front of engine compartment behind cab.
4. Patent Decal- Outside front of engine compartment behind cab.
5. WARNING- Hydraulic Brake Pressure - Outside front of engine compartment behind cab.
6. Important- Engine Oil Change - On plate below right hand panel.
7. WARNING TAG- On steering wheel when servicing machine.
8. Hydraulic Oil Level- On side of the hydraulic tank next to sight gage ports.
9. WARNING- Articulated Warning - (2) Located on the front side of the Hydraulic tank and the front
side of the fuel tank.
10. Hydraulic Oil Filter- Located on the top front of the hydraulic tank.
11. WARNING- Hydraulic PressureWarning - On top front of hydraulic tank.
12. Important- Pressure Relief Element - Located on the hydraulic tank between the ladder mounts.
13. Transmission Drain- Bottom of transmission.
14. Transmission Oil Filter- Inside of the right rear frame.
15. Cooler in/Cooler out- On bracket inside engine compartment; left side.
16. WARNING- Battery Disconnect Switch - On rear right frame inside the engine compartment.
17. WARNING- Side Panel - On engine compartment hoodsides.
18. Lifting and Tie Down- Back side of battery box.
19. VME Nameplate- Lower right side on radiator guard.
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
VME AMERICAS INC. is a worldwide company with
manufacturing facilities in many countries. To aid in production
scheduling, certain machine models are produced in only one
plant and other machine models are built in several plants and
exported to meet our world market requirements.
At the time of manufacture, every machine is assigned a
product identification (serial) number to identify that machine
from all others built by the VME Group.
The following breakdown explains the product identification
(serial) numbering system.
000 X or XXX
L 4. Plant of Manufacture (1 to 3 letters)
3. Production Sequence Number
,-----2. Production Lot Letter
L...-----1. Model, Engine & Version (3 or 4 digits)
Always use the complete product identification (serial) number
on all Delivery & Inspection Reports, parts orders, warranty
requests, correspondence, service reports and literature
orders.
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (Serial Number)
LOCATIONS
Rear frame--Iocated on the RH frame assembly to the rear of
the battery box.
Front frame--Iocated on the RH rear of the front frame
assembly.
Axle serial number.
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TS40139
Engine serial number.
Torque Converter serial number.
Transmission serial number.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
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HI
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Note: Before operating the machine, the operator must
know the location and proper operation of all controls.
Read this manual carefully .
Observe the gauges and warning lights while working the
machine. Do not operate the machine when gauges and
warning lights are not working properly.
1. BLOWER SWITCH:
With the temperature switch to heat or cool, this switch
controls the blower fan speed in three positions. Push the
rocker switch to the left for low blower fan speed, push the
rocker switch to the middle position for medium blower fan
speed. Push the rocker switch to the right for high blower fan
speed.
2. TEMPERATURE SWITCH:
Controls the cab air temperature. Push the rocker switch to
the left to turn on the air conditioner. Push the rocker switch to
the right to turn on the heater. Push the rocker switch to the
middle position to turn the air conditioner, the heater and the
blower off.
Note: Defroster Operation - The defroster function is
activated at the same time the temperature switch is
pushed to the WARM position. The blower switch controls
the force of air for the defroster.
Turn the heater control knob counterclockwise all of the
way if using the air conditioner.
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~ WORK LIGHTS
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3. WORKLIGHTSWITCH:
Push the switch to the left for front. Push the switch to the
rightfor front,sideand rear lights.
4. SECONDARYSTEER AND BULB TEST SWITCH
(Optional):
Push the switch to the left with the engine running to check
the secondarysteeringsystem.The secondarysteeringsystem
warning light must flash. The audio alarm and the secondary
steeringmotor and pumpmust operate.(Listento the soundof
the pump motor.) If the system does not operate correctly,
report any needed repairs before operatingthe machine.Push
the switch to the right to test the warning lights for proper
operation.
5. COLDSTARTSWITCH:
In ambient temperatures of 10'G (50'F) or below, it may be
necessary to engage the cold start switch. Turn the ignition
switch key to the START position and begin to crank the
engine. Push the cold start switch and release. Do not hold
the cold start switch in. If the engine does not start, push the
cold start switch again and release while continuing to crank
the engine.
Note: The cold start switch will not activate unless the
ignition switch key is in the STARTposition.
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6. HOURMETER:
Indicates total hours of engine operation. The hourmeter
provides a record of operating hours for preventive mainte-
nance scheduling.
7.
PARKING BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND AUDIBLE
ALARM:
The parking brake has two indications:
• Parking Brake Engaged -- Solid amber light.
• Parking Brake Engaged, transmission in gear -- solid
amber light and warning buzzer.
8. BRAKE PUMP/DIFFERENTIAL WARNING LIGHT:
Two indications.
• Brake pump failure -- solid red light and warning buzzer.
• Pressure differential between front and rear brake systems
-- flashing red light.
9. FRONT BRAKE WARNING LIGHT:
Flashing red light indicates low front brake accumulator
pressure.
10. REAR BRAKE WARNING LIGHT:
Flashing red light indicates low rear brake accumulator
pressure.
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