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INTRODUCTION
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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 

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AND WARRANTY ADVISORIES


LeTourneau loaders/dozers are warranted in accordance with the warranty policy provided with the machine.
The recommended operating and maintenance procedures set forth shall be followed to ensure warranty
coverage is not jeopardized. Failure to comply with recommended operating and maintenance procedures
may void machine warranty.
Any questions or problems relating to warranty policy or administration should be directed to LeTourneau,
P.O. Box 2307, Longview, Texas 75601, Attention: Warranty Manager. Include the model and serial number,
in-service date of the machine, and hour meter reading. We especially draw your attention to the
following advisories:
SAFETY
This publication contains special instructions that pertain to safety, operation, maintenance, and repair of the
machine. Listed below are the signal words and symbols that precede these instructions and their meanings:

 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.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE


LeTourneau machines are rugged articulated front-end loaders/dozers specifically built for long lasting
operation in many environments. The machine’s bucket or blade (as applicable) size is determined by the
weight (density) of the material to be handled.
A diesel engine and an SR generator provide power to electric traction motors that propel the machine at
variable speeds, forward and reverse. This power train is augmented by additional fluid power systems that
control all bucket/blade, hoist/tilt/pitch and steering operations (as applicable).
The four drive motors are coupled to planetary gearboxes sometimes referred to as “drivers”. Operation of the
machine is further enhanced by a solid-state drive system.
Braking is accomplished by three separate systems. The primary braking system utilizes characteristics of the
drive motors, causing “dynamic braking”. The secondary system, the service brake, is an air-operated disc
brake attached to each motor shaft. The third system, the parking brake, is a spring-applied, air release
brake.

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.

TYPICAL LOADER TYPICAL DOZER

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LETOURNEAU FRONT-END LOADER OR DOZER (L/D) OPERATING


ENVIRONMENT
LeTourneau rubber-tired front-end machines are designed as rugged all-weather tools for various industries.
They are designed as off-highway equipment for use in various applications that are in remote locations. Due
to their very large size, they must work in an area with few other machines, and the only proximity to buildings
would be for routine maintenance or repair. They are not to be operated near office buildings or residential
areas.

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.

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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING LETOURNEAU


We believe you will be delighted with the machine's performance, and feel sure that the payback on your
investment will be a rapid one. Should you need to discuss some aspects of the design as it relates to the
capability of your machine, your dealer will be glad to assist you. If additional information is needed, the
dealer will contact the factory. In the unlikely event you are unable to obtain the information in this manner,
contact the LeTourneau Product Support Group in Longview, Texas by telephone at 903-236-6584 or by FAX
at 903-236-6548. Be sure to have available the model, serial number, hour meter reading, and in-service date
of the machine.

SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL ADVISORY


The instructions provided in this publication are for operating the machine under normal conditions. As each
workplace and operating situation is different, LeTourneau cannot anticipate unusual or extreme
circumstances that might require additional safety precautions or modifications in machine operation in
addition to those covered in this publication. Therefore, it is essential to become familiar with extreme or
unusual situations that are unique to the workplace that might warrant a modification of the instructions
contained herein. Contact an authorized LeTourneau dealer or the LeTourneau Product Support Group in
Longview, Texas, for assistance should any operating or maintenance practice needed to accommodate the
working environment, require a departure from the instructions contained in this publication.

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