Letourneau - 1 Introduction
Letourneau - 1 Introduction
Letourneau - 1 Introduction
INTRODUCTION
SECTION 01-01
LeTourneau has made every effort to make this manual as accurate as possible based on the information
available at the time of publication and printing. Continuous improvement and advancement of product design
may cause changes to machines, which may not have been included in this publication. LeTourneau reserves
the right to make changes and improvements at any time. To ensure the most current information, please
contact your dealer representative.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY .............................................................................................................................................................. 3
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE ......................................................................................................... 4
LETOURNEAU FRONT-END LOADER OR DOZER (L/D) OPERATING ENVIRONMENT ............................. 5
SERVICE MANUAL AND PARTS CATALOG ................................................................................................... 5
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING LETOURNEAU ............................................................................................... 6
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL ADVISORY ...................................................................................................... 6
The danger label indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
The warning label indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
The caution label, used with the safety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury (includes the safety alert symbol ).
The caution label (without safety alert symbol) is used to address practices not related to
personal injury – only equipment damage.
The NOTE graphic is to indicate areas of importance to the reader that are not related to personal
injury or machine damage.
GENERAL INFORMATION provides illustrations of the major features and dimensions and a
specifications list for the machine. Loader illustrations are used in the manual when providing
information that is applicable to both Loaders and Dozers.
The operators of this machine are advised not to approach local residences or business
establishments within a distance of 328 yards (300 meters) in order to prevent interference with their
television and radio reception.
LOADERS: The primary function of the loader is to load or move loose material (i.e. blasted rock,
crushed stone, sand, coal, overburden etc.) into hauling units such as mining trucks and rail trains. A
typical application would be loading end-dump mining trucks from a bank of blasted rock.
A loader should never be used as a dozer. The dozer is specifically designed to push materials,
whereas the loader is designed to lift and move loose material.
DOZERS: The primary function of the dozer is to move loose material (i.e. blasted rock, crushed stone,
sand, coal, overburden, wood chips etc.). A typical application would be moving overburden and dumps.
The machines can withstand and are fully functional in temperatures ranging from -40° F to +122° F (-40° C
to +50° C), 0-100% humidity, and in all forms of precipitation, day or night. Operating elevation is limited by
the restrictions placed on the diesel engine power unit. The machine operating elevation can exceed 14,260
ft. (4500 meters).
SERVICE MANUAL AND PARTS CATALOG
The SERVICE MANUAL provides instructions for operating, safety and preventive maintenance,
troubleshooting, and repair. Each publication has its own table of contents that lists the individual topics under
the major subheadings.
The OPERATOR’S HANDBOOK provides a limited version of machine specifications and basic safety and
operating instructions as a supplement to the Service Manual.
The PARTS CATALOG contains part numbers, illustrations, and schematics to aid in ordering parts from
LeTourneau to service and repair the machine.
Verify numbers of parts, tools, or material by using the PARTS CATALOG, or contact your authorized
LeTourneau dealer for assistance. Do not order parts from the SERVICE MANUAL (with the exception of
some tools and special items).
Items described as "Optional" may not be available on all models.
LeTourneau cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard. The
warnings in this publication and on the product are therefore not all inclusive. These rules will not
apply to all situations. If a tool, procedure, work method, or operating technique is used, the owner
must be satisfied that it is safe for all personnel. Also, ensure that the product will not be damaged or
made unsafe by the operation, lubrication, maintenance, or repair procedures chosen. Operating the
machine on different job sites and under various environments can create safety hazards unique to
that particular situation. If a dangerous situation develops under these circumstances, only the
alertness of the operator and proficiency in operating the machine are available to cope with the
situation.