Hitachi Zaxis ZX17U-2 Excavator Operator Manual EM1MS-1-2

Contents:
EM1MS-1-2
INTRODUCTION
INDEX
CONTENTS
MACHINE NUMBERS
SAFETY
Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Prepare for Emergencies
Wear Protective Clothing
Protect Against Noise
Inspect Machine
Tidy Up Inside Operator’s Space
Use Handholds and Steps
Adjust the Operator’s Seat
Ensure Safety Before Rising from or Leaving Operator’s Seat
Fasten Your Seat Belt
Move and Operate Machine Safely
Operate Only from Operator’s Seat
Jump Starting
Keep Riders Off Machine
Precautions for Operations
Investigate Job Site Beforehand
Provide Signals for Jobs Involving Multiple Numbers of Machines
Confirm Direction of Machine to be Driven
Drive Machine Safely
Avoid Injury from Rollaway Accidents
Avoid Injury from Back-Over and Swing Accidents
Keep Personnel Clear from Working Area
Never Position Bucket Over Anyone
Avoid Undercutting
Avoid Tipping
Never Undercut a High Bank
Dig with Caution
Operate with Caution
Avoid Power Lines
Precautions for Lightening
Do Not Use for Craning Operations
Protect Against Flying Debris
Park Machine Safely
Handle Fluids Safely – Avoid Fires
Safety Transporting
Practice Safe Maintenance
Warn Others of Service Work
Support Machine Properly
Stay Clear of Moving Parts
Prevent Parts from Flying
Store Attachments Safely
Prevent Burns
Replace Rubber Hoses Periodically
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Prevent Fires
Evacuating in Case of Fire
Beware of Exhaust Fumes
Beware of Exhaust Asbestos Dust
Precautions for Welding and Grinding
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
Avoid Applying Heat to Lines Containing Flammable Fluids
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
Prevent Battery Explosions
Handle Chemical Products Safely
Dispose of Waste Properly
SAFETY SIGNS
COMPONENTS NAME
OPERATOR’S STATION
Pedals, Levers and Monitor Panel
Key Switch
Switch Panel
Monitor Panel
Alternator Indicator
Fuel Level Indicator
Preheat Indicator
Overheat Indicator
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator
Hour Meter
Fuel Gauge
Coolant Temperature Gauge
Cab Heater Operation (Cab equipped machines)
Radio (Cab equipped machines)
AM/FM Radio Operation
Door Opening Lock System
Opening/Closing Cab Front Window (Cab equipped machines)
Emergency Exit (Cab equipped machines)
Adjusting Operator’s Seat
Tool and Operator’s Manual Boxes
Seat Belt
Cab Light (Cab equipped machines)
Removeing and Installing Cab Door
BREAK-IN
Breaking in New Machine
OPERATING THE ENGINE
Before Starting Engine
Starting Engine
Starting in Cold Weather
Check Machine After Starting Engine
Using Booster Batteries
Stopping the Engine
DRIVING THE MACHINE
Travel Levers
Travel Mode Pedal
Travel Alarm
Traveling On Soft Ground
Raise One Track Using Boom and Arm
Towing Machine
Driving in Water or On Soft Ground
Parking and Stopping On Slopes
Parking On Slopes
OPERATING THE MACHINE
Control Lever (ISO Excavator Pattern)
Control Lever (H-Pattern: Hitachi Excavator Pattern)
Control Lever (SAE-Backhoe Pattern) – If Equipped (2 Way Multi Valve)
Boom-Swing Pedal
Auxiliary Pedal (Optional)
Blade Lever
Precautions for Blade Operation
Side Frame Extend/Retract Lever
Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever
Warming Up Operation
Warming Up In Cold Weather
Operating Backhoe
Grading Operation
Avoid Driving Bucket Teeth Into Ground
Avoid Abusive Operation
Avoid Striking with Bucket
Avoid Excavation Using Upperstructure and/or Boom Swing Power
Use Correct Track Shoe
Avoid Other Than Specified Machine Operations
Precautions for Using Bucket Hook
Boom Cylinder May Hit Blade
Avoid Hitting Blade With Bucket
Avoid Colliding Blade Against Rocks
Avoid Colliding Boom Cylinder With Track
Using Rubber Crawler
Hydraulic Breaker (Optional)
Crusher Operation (Optional)
Precautions for After Operating the Machine
TRANSPORTING
Transporting by Road
Trailer Loading/Unloading
Loading
Securing the Machine to the Trailer for Transportation
Unloading
Lifting Machine with Crane
MAINTENANCE
Procedures
Prepare Machine for Inspection/Maintenance
Opening/Closing Engine Access Covers
Opening/Closing Right Side Covers
Daily Inspection
Periodic Replacement of Parts
Maintenance Guide
The Brand Names of Recommended Oils and Lubricants
A. Greasing
Front Joint pins
Bucket and Link Pins
Swing Bearing
Swing Internal Gear
Control Lever Universal Joint
B. Engine
Engine Oil
Change Engine Oil
Replace Engine Oil Filter
C. Transmission
Travel Reduction Gear
D. Hydraulic System
Inspection and Maintenance of Hydraulic Equipment
Check Hydraulic Oil Level
Drain Hydraulic Oil Tank Sump
Change Hydraulic Oil
Clean Suction Filter
Replace Full-Flow Filter
Replace Pilot Filter
Check Hoses and Lines
E. Fuel System
Check Water Separator
Drain Fuel Tank Sump
Replace Fuel Filter
Check Fuel Hoses
F. Air Cleaner
Clean the Air Cleaner Element
Replace the Air Cleaner Elements
G. Cooling System
Check Coolant Level
Check and Adjust Fan Belt Tension
Change Coolant
Clean Radiator
H. Electrical System
Batteries
Replace Fuses
I. Miscellaneous
Check Bucket Teeth for Looseness and/or Wear
Replace Bucket
Adjust Track Sag (rubber crawler) and Check for Damage
Replace Rubber Track
Check Track Sag (steel crawler)
Check and Replace Seat Belt
Check Bucket Hook (Optional)
Clean Cab Floor (Cab equipped machine)
Check Injection Nozzle
Adjust Valve Clearance
Check and Clean Injection Device
Measure Engine Compression Pressure
Check Starter and Alternator
Check Radiator Cap
Check Tightening Torque of Bolts and Nuts
CONSUMABLE PARTS LIST
MAINTENANCE UNDER SPECIAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
STORAGE
Storing the Machine
Removing the Machine from Storage
TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine
Electrical System
Hydraulic System
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
Working Ranges
Shoe Types and Applications
Bucket Types and Applications
REFERENCE
Additional Counterweight
INDEX