EX1200-6 Maintenance PDF

1200
PERAWATAN
CORRECT MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
PROCEDURES
Learn how to service your machine correctly. Follow the

correct maintenance and inspection procedures shown in
this manual.
Inspect machine daily before starting.

• Check controls and instruments.
• Check coolant, fuel and oil levels.
• Check for leaks, kinked, frayed or damaged hoses
and lines. SA-005
• Walk around machine checking general appearance,

noise, heat, etc.
• Check for loose or missing parts.
If there is any problem with your machine, repair it before

operating or contact your authorized dealer.
IMPORTANT: Use only recommended fuel and lu-

bricants.
Use only genuine HITACHI parts.
Be sure to use only genuine Hitachi
parts. Failure to do so may result in
serious injury or death and/or ma-
chine breakdown.
Failure to use recommended fuel, lu-
bricants, and genuine Hitachi parts
will result in loss of Hitachi product
warranty.
Never adjust engine governor or hy-
draulic system relief valve.
Protect electrical parts from water and
steam.
Never disassemble electrical compo-
nents such as main controller, sen-
sors, etc.
7-1
MAINTENANCE
CHECK THE HOUR METER REGULARLY
• Intervals on the periodic maintenance chart are for

operating in normal conditions. If you operate your
machine in more adverse conditions, you should ser-
vice it at SHORTER INTERVALS.
• Lubricate, make service checks and adjustments at
intervals shown on periodic maintenance guide table.
(See page 7-13)
USE CORRECT FUELS AND LUBRICANTS
IMPORTANT: Always use recommended fuels and lu-

bricants.
Failure to do so will result in machine
damage and loss of Hitachi product
warranty.
7-2
MAINTENANCE
PREPARE MACHINE FOR MAINTENANCE
Before performing the maintenance procedures given in

the following chapters, park the machine as described be-
low, unless otherwise specified.
1. Park the machine on a level surface.

2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Turn the auto-idle switch off.
IMPORTANT: The turbocharger may be damaged if the M142-05-003
engine is not properly shut down.

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4. Run the engine at slow idle speed without load for
five minutes.
5. Turn the key switch OFF. Remove key from switch. (If
maintenance must be performed with engine running,
do not leave machine unattended.)
6. Pull pilot control shut-off lever (1) to the LOCK posi-
tion.
7. Before performing any work on the machine, attach a
“Do Not Operate” tag (2) on the right control lever.
2 M18J-07-022
2
SA-287
7-3
MAINTENANCE
HOOD AND ACCESS COVERS
1
WARNING:
• Do not keep the hood and access covers open
when the machine is parked on a slope, or
while the wind is blowing hard. The hood or
access covers may close accidentally, possibly
resulting in personal injury.
• When opening or closing the hood and access
covers, take extra care not to catch fingers
between the base machine and the hood or
access covers. M183-07-001
• If an access cover is damaged, missing, or kept

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open, hose(s) may become damaged, possibly
causing fire. Be sure to repair or replace the
damaged and/or missing access cover and al-
ways close the access cover before operating
the machine.
• Secure Access Covers in Position

Open the each access cover. Insert the end of rod (1)
into fender (2) to lock the access cover in position.
Open the each access cover. Insert the end of rod (3)
into cover lock hole (4) to lock the access cover in il-
lustration.
M183-07-002
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4 3 M17F-07-004
USE ELECTRICAL OUTLET (OPTIONAL)
When using an inspection lamp during maintenance work,

use electrical outlet provided in the position shown in the
illustration.
M18J-07-023
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MAINTENANCE
MEMO
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7-5
MAINTENANCE
CONSTRUCTION OUTLINE
Level Cylinder
Loading Shovel Front Attachment Boom Cylinder
Arm Boom
Bucket Cylinder
Bucket
Arm Cylinder
Backhoe Front Attachment
Arm
Bucket Cylinder M183-01-058
Arm Cylinder
Link B
Boom
Link A Boom Cylinder
Cab Battery
Bucket
Swing Device
Swing Gear
Control Valve
Side Cutter
Oil Cooler
Tooth Fuel Cooler
Reserve Tank
Inter Cooler
Hydraulic Oil Tank
Radiator
Muffler
Front Idler Engine
Track Adjuster
Counterweight
Pilot Filter Air Cleaner
Track Frame
Upper Roller Pump
Lower Roller Track Shoe
M18J-03-001
Travel Device
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MAINTENANCE
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: Hydraulic equipment such as hydraulic

pumps, control valves, and relief valves
have been adjusted at the factory. Do
not attempt to disassemble or turn the
adjusting screws, as they are very diffi-
cult to readjust. Consult your authorized
dealer if any trouble should occur.
• The excavator is equipped with the “O. H. S” (Opti-

mum Hydraulic System) developed by Hitachi.
The “O. H. S” features:
Quick response of the actuators.
Improved precise swinging.
Improved combined operation of each function.
• The control valve and each circuit are provided with

relief valves of sufficient capacity to protect the actua-
tors and other equipment from damage caused by the
surge pressure and filter plugging.
• Travel parking brake is automatically released when

any control levers are operated. When the control
lever is placed in NEUTRAL, the brake is automati-
cally applied.
• Swing parking brake is automatically released when

any control levers are operated. When the control
lever is placed in NEUTRAL, the brake is automati-
cally applied.
• The excavator is equipped with an accumulator in the

hydraulic system in order to operate front attachment
for a few seconds after the engine has stopped. The
accumulator is charged with high pressure gas; do not
attempt to remove or disassemble it, and do not ex-
pose the accumulator to flame.
• The excavator is equipped with an independent oil

cooler and circulation pump for the pump transmission,
which functions to cool pump transmission oil.
7-7
MAINTENANCE
LOADING SHOVEL
1- Level Cylinder
2- Boom Cylinder
3- Arm Cylinder 7
6 8
4- Bucket Cylinder 1 2 2 3 4 4 5 5
5- Dump Cylinder 9 10
6- Bucket Close Pedal
7- Travel Pilot Valve
8- Bucket Open Pedal 11 11
9- Pilot Valve (L)
10- Pilot Valve (R) 12
16
11- Accumulator 13
44
12- Shock Less Valve
13- Lock Valve
17
14- Suction Filter
15- Full-Flow Filter
16- Swing Motor 15
14 16
17- Center Joint 15
14
18- Control Valve (left travel)
43
19- Control Valve (right travel) 18 19
20- Control Valve (bucket) 20
21- Control Valve (arm) 21
22- Control Valve (boom) 22
23- Control Valve (bucket open / close) 23
21 20 24 22 43
24- Control Valve (swing) 37
25- Check Valve 42
43
26- Bypass Check Valve 26 36
25
27- Main Pump (no.3)
28- Main Pump (no.1) 32
30- Pilot Pump 33
28 34 35 39
31- Oil Pump (pump transmission) 29
32- Fan Drive Pump
30 31
33- Engine
38
34- Radiator
41
35- Inter Cooler
36- Fan Drive Motor
37- Oil Cooler
38- Pilot Filter
39- Transmission Cooler
40- Travel Motor 40 40
41- Transmission Oil Filter
42- Fuel Cooler
43- High Pressure Filter Supply line from pumps
Return line
44- Signal Control Valve
Suction line
Actuator line
Drain and pilot line
M18J-07-001
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MAINTENANCE
BACKHOE
1- Boom Cylinder
2- Arm Cylinder
3- Bucket Cylinder
4- Travel Pilot Valve 4
5- Pilot Valve (L)
6- Pilot Valve (R) 1 1 2 3
7- Accumulator 5 6
8- Shock Less Valve
9- Lock Valve
10- Suction Filter 7 7
11- Full-Flow Filter
12- Swing Motor 8
12
9
13- Center Joint
14- Control Valve (left travel) 39
15- Control Valve (right travel) 13
16- Control Valve (bucket)
17- Control Valve (arm) 11
18- Control Valve (boom) 10 12
19- Control Valve (swing) 11
10
20- Check Valve 38
21- Bypass Check Valve 14 15
18
24- Main Pump (no.2)
25- Pilot Pump 17 16 19 18 38
26- Oil Pump (pump transmission) 32
20 37
27- Fan Drive Pump 38
31
28- Engine 21
29- Radiator
30- Inter Cooler 27
31- Fan Drive Motor 22
32- Oil Cooler 23 28 29 30 34
33- Pilot Filter 24
25 26
35- Travel Motor
33
36
37- Fuel Cooler
38- High Pressure Filter
39- Signal Control Valve
35 35
Supply line from pumps

Return line
Suction line
Actuator line
Drain and pilot line
M18J-07-002
7-9
MAINTENANCE
ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT
1. WORK LIGHT (ON CAB ROOF) 41. HEAVY LIFT SWITCH

2. WORK LIGHT (AT THE RIGHT SIDE OF FRAME) 42. ENTRANCE LIGHT SWITCH
3. WORK LIGHT (UNDER CAB FLOOR) 43. PUMP TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL SWITCH
4. HORN 44. MCF(SUB)
5. FRESH AIR SENSOR (AIR CONDITIONER) 45. KEY SWITCH
6. DLU 46. LOAD DUMP RELAY
7. DATA LINK CONNECTOR 47. ENTRANCE LIGHT RELAY
8. RADIO 48. PREHEAT INDICATOR RELAY
9. SUN EXPOSURE SENSOR 49. AUTO-LUBRICATION RELAY
10. WIPER RELAY (LOW) 50. HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL SWITCH 1
11. WIPER RELAY (HIGH 1) 51. HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL SWITCH 2
12. WIPER RELAY (HIGH 2) 52. GRID HEATER SIGNAL RELAY
13. AIR CONDITIONER UNIT 53. ENTRANCE LIGHT
14. MONITOR 54. CUMMINS INDICATOR PANEL
15. WASHER RELAY 55. AIR CLEANER RESTRICTION SWITCH
16. WORK LIGHT RELAY 2 56. STARTER CUT RELAY
17. WORK LIGHT RELAY 1 57. FUSIBLE LINK 1 (45A)
18. TRAVEL ALARM STOP SWITCH (OPTIONAL) 58. FUSIBLE LINK 2 (75A)
19. MCF(MAIN) 59. FUSIBLE LINK 3 (75A)
20. OIL COOLER FAN CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE 60. FUSIBLE LINK 4 (45A)
21. DELIVERY PRESSURE SENSOR 3 61. FUSIBLE LINK 5 (250A)
24. HYDRAULIC OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR 64. AUTO-LUBRICATION DEVICE
25. PILOT PRESSURE SENSOR 65. FUEL SENSOR
26. SOLENOID VALVE UNIT 66. COOLANT LEVEL SENSOR
27. HORN SWITCH 67. 1 POLE JUNCTION
28. HORN RELAY 68. BATTERY RELAY 2
29. AUTO-IDLE SWITCH 69. BATTERY RELAY 1
30. WASHER SWITCH 70. BATTERY
31. WORK LIGHT SWITCH 71. ALTERNATOR
32. WIPER SWITCH 72. ENGINE OIL LEVEL OK SWITCH
33. ENGINE CONTROL DIAL 73. GRID HEATER RELAY 1
34. TRAVEL MODE SWITCH 74. GRID HEATER RELAY 2
35. POWER MODE SWITCH 75. WATER TEMPERATURE SENSOR
36. FUSE BOX 1 76. STARTER 2
37. FUSE BOX 2 77. STARTER 1
38. DC/DC CONVERTER 78. PULSE SENSOR
39. BOOM MODE SELECTION SWITCH 79. STARTER RELAY 2
40. BUZZER CANCEL SWITCH 80. STARTER RELAY 1
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EX1200-6 ELECTLICAL CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
7-11
MAINTENANCE
MEMO
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7-12
MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC REPLACEMENT OF PARTS
Every 2 years or every 8000 hours
To ensure safe operation, be sure to conduct periodic

inspection of the machine. In addition, the parts listed
below, if defective, may pose serious safety/fire hazards. It
is very difficult to gauge the extent of deterioration, fatigue,
or weakening of the parts listed below simply by visual
inspection alone. For this reason, replace these parts at the
intervals shown in the table below. However, if any of these
parts are found to be defective, replace before starting
operation, regardless of the interval.
Also, when replacing hoses, check the clamps for
deformation, cracks, or other deterioration, and replace as
necessary.
Be sure to perform periodic inspection of all hoses, as
shown below, and replace or retighten any defective parts
found, as necessary.
Consult your authorized dealer for correct replacement.
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MAINTENANCE
1. Hydraulic Hoses
Kinds of Hoses Q’ty in Use
Hydraulic Hoses: 6
Pump delivery hoses (1)
Pump to control valve..................................... 1
Pump to control valve pipes ........................... 2
Pump to brackets............................................ 3
Swing motor hoses (2) 6
Control valve to blocks .......... 2
Blocks to Swing Motor........... 4
Loading shovel front hoses (3) 13 1

(Main frame to boom) 1
Backhoe front hoses (4) 10 M113-07-149
(Main frame to boom)

2
M113-07-150
M113-07-151
M113-07-152
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MAINTENANCE
5
Kinds of Hoses Q’ty in Use 5
Suction hoses (5) 8
2. Pump Transmission Gear Oil Hoses

Pump Transmission Lubrication Hoses (6) 7
(in the engine compartment)
(Pump transmission to oil cooler) 5
M113-07-153
3. Fuel Hoses
Fuel Hoses (7) 5
Fuel tank to fuel cooler
6
Engine to fuel tank
Pipe
4. Heater Hoses M142-07-091

Heater hoses (in the engine compartment) 2
(8) (Engine to heater)
7
M113-07-156
M113-07-157
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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE INTERVAL GUIDE
A. GREASING (See Page 7-19)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
5 10 100 250 500 1000 1500
1. Front Joint Pins Bucket Ä 6 Ì
LD
Others Ä 18
Bucket 11 Ì
BH
Others Ä 11
2. Swing Bearing 4
3. Swing Internal Gear 1
4. Fan Pulley and Tension Pulley 2
NOTE: Apply grease every 5 hours when operating in water or mud.
Ä Auto-lubrication is available. Greasing intervals shown in the above table are applied to manual
lubrication.
B. ENGINE (See Page 7-29)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
1. Engine Oil Check Oil Level 1
2. Engine Oil Change 70 L (18.5 US gal)
3. Replace Engine Oil Main Filter 2
C. TRANSMISSION (See Page 7-32)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
Check Oil Level 1 Ä
1. Pump
Change Oil 15 L (4.0 US gal) Ä
Transmission
Replace Filter 1
Gear
Clean Breather 2
2. Swing Check Oil Level 2 Ä
Reduction
Change Oil 25 L (6.6 US gal)×2 Ä
Gear
3. Travel Check Oil Level 2
Reduction
Change Oil 43 L (11.4 US gal)×2
Gear
NOTE: Ä First time only.
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MAINTENANCE
D. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (See Page 7-40)
Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 2000 2500 4000 12000
1. Check Hydraulic Oil Level 1
2. Drain Hydraulic Oil Tank Sump 1
1350 L
3. Change Hydraulic Oil Ì Ì Ì
(357 US gal)
4. Suction Filter Cleaning 2 When changing hydraulic oil
5. Replace Drain Filter Element 1 Ä
6. Replace Full-Flow Filter Element 2
7. Replace Pilot Oil Filter Element 1
Check Hoses and Lines (for leak, loose) −
8.
Check Hoses and Lines (for crack, bend, etc.) −
9. Replace High-Pressure Filter 3
10. Clean Tank Breather 1
NOTE: Ì Hydraulic oil changing intervals differ according to kind of hydraulic oil used. See recommended oil
chart.
Ä First time only.
E. FUEL SYSTEM (See Page 7-62) Tank capacity 1470 liter (388 US gal)
Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
1. Drain Fuel Tank Sump 1
2. Drain Fuel Filter Sediment 2
3. Replace Fuel Filter 2
Check Fuel Hoses (for leak, loose) −
4.
Check Fuel Hoses (for crack, bend, etc.) −
5. Clean Fuel Cooler Core 1
F. AIR CLEANER (See Page 7-70)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 100 250 500 1000 2000
Cleaning 2 (Or when indicator lit)
1. Air Cleaner Outer Element
Replacement 2 After cleaning 6 times or 1 year
2. Air Cleaner Inner Element Replacement 2 When outer element is replaced
G. COOLING SYSTEM (See Page 7-72)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
1. Check Coolant Level 1
2. DCA4 Concentration in Coolant −
3. Replace Coolant Filter 1
4. Check Fan Belt for Wear 1
5. Change Coolant 139 L (37 US gal) Twice a year, in spring and autumn Ä
6. Clean Radiator, Inter Cooler, Oil Cooler Core 1
7. Clean Inter Cooler Front Screen 1 Ì
8. Clean Oil Cooler Front Screen 1 Ì
NOTE: Ä Before leaving the Hitachi factory, the cooling system is filled with a mixture of water and Genuine Hitachi
Long-Life Coolant. As long as Genuine Hitachi Long-Life Coolant is used, the service intervals between
changing the coolant is once every two years, or every 4000 hours, whichever comes first.
Ì Shorten maintenance interval when the machine is operated in dusty areas.
7-17
MAINTENANCE
H. AIR CONDITIONER (See Page 7-87)
Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
Cleaning 1 As required
1. Recirculation Air Filter
Replacement 1 Replace per 4 cleaning
2. Ventilation Air Filter
3. Check Refrigerant Quantity 1
4. Check Compressor Belt Tension 1
5. Clean Condenser Core 1 Ì
6. Check Tightening Torque − Ä
7. Seasonal Maintenance − Preseason (once a year), Off-season (once a week)

Shorten maintenance interval when the machine is operated in dusty areas.
I. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (See Page 7-93)
J. MISCELLANEOUS (See Page 7-102)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 100 250 500 1000 2000
1. Check Bucket Teeth 6
2. Change Bucket 1 As required
Check 1
3. Seat Belt
Replacement 1 At least once every 3 years
4. Check Windshield Fluid Level 1 As required
5. Check and Adjust Track Sag 2
6. Auto-Lubrication System 1
8. Check O-rings in Bucket Joints −
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MAINTENANCE
A. GREASING
Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
5 10 100 250 500 1000 1500
1. Front Joint Pins Bucket Ä 6 Ì
LD
Others Ä 18
Bucket 11 Ì
BH
Others Ä 11
2. Swing Bearing 4
3. Swing Internal Gear 1
4. Fan Pulley and Tension Pulley 2
NOTE: Apply grease every 5 hours when operating in water or mud.
Ä Auto-lubrication is available. Greasing intervals shown in the above table are applied to manual
lubrication.
1
1
1
1
1 4
M113-07-009 M113-07-010
Brand Names of Recommended Grease Brand Names of Recommended Grease

Where to be Bucket, Arm and Boom, Swing Gear, Manufacturer Fan Pulley and Tension Pulley
applied Swing Bearing, etc.
Rykon Premium No.2
Manufacturer –20 to 50 °C (–4 to 122 °F) Amoco Oil
Rykon Premium No.2 EP
Nippon Koyu SEP 2 Ä1 Chevron U.S.A SRI
Idemitsu Kosan Daphne Coronex Grease EP No 2
Exxon Company, U.S.A Unirex N2
Kyodo Oil Kyoseki Lithonic EP Grease 2
Daikyo Oil Dynamic Grease EP 2 Shell Oil Dolium
Nippon Oil Epinoc Grease AP 2 Texaco Inc Premium RB
Maruzen Oil Maruzen Grease EP 2
Mitsubishi Oil Diamond Multi-Purpose EP Grease 2
Caltex Oil Multifax EP 2
Esso Beacon EP 2
Kygnus Oil Kygunas EP Grease No. 2
Mobile Oil Mobilux EP 2
Shell Oil Shell Alvania EP Grease 2 Ä2
NOTE: The machine is shipped from the factory is filled

with lubricants.
Ä1 Swing Gear
Ä2 Front Joint Pin and Swing Bearing
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MAINTENANCE
Front Joint Pins --- every 10 hours
Loading Shovel Front

Add grease to all fittings show below every 10 hours. 1
Most of the fittings are grouped, as shown, for quick and 1
safe lubrication.
NOTE: Auto-lubrication can be used for the fittings on

the loading shovel front.
Manually greasing places are as illustrated below.

M142-07-046
• Boom Cylinder Rod Pins (1)

• Grouped Grease Fittings (2) --- Boom 2
Ò: Lubrication
M142-07-047
M142-07-103
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MAINTENANCE
• Grouped Grease Fittings (3) --- Arm
Ñ :Lubrication
3
M142-07-048
The end of the

hoses are
connected to
the bucket cyl-
inder bottom M142-07-104
pins.
• Bucket Pins
Dump Cylinder Rod Pin

Bucket Joint Pin
M113-07-012 Dump Cylinder Bottom Pin M142-07-042
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MAINTENANCE
Backhoe Front
Cap Head
• Bucket and Link Pins
Each grease fitting is provided with a protective cap.

Remove cap as shown below before greasing.
Removing/installing procedure: c
Insert a screw driver into the cap cavity along the ar-
row “a” direction, and scoop out the cap by applying
Grease Fitting
force in the arrow “b” direction. b
a
When installing, push the cap by hand in the arrow “c” Cap Pin
direction until it bottoms or tap using screw driver grip. M113-07-013
Cavity
Screw Driver
M113-07-014
M18J-07-003
M142-07-045
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MAINTENANCE
Add grease to all fittings show below every 10 hours.
Most of the fittings are grouped, as shown, for quick and
safe lubrication.
NOTE: Auto-lubrication can be used for the fittings on

the loading shovel front. 1
1
Manually greasing places are as illustrated below.
• Boom Cylinder Rod Pins (1)
M142-07-046
• Grouped Grease Fittings (2) --- Boom/Arm
M142-07-049
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MAINTENANCE
Swing Bearing --- every 250 hours
WARNING: Lubricating both the swing bearing

and gear and rotating the upperstructure must be
done by one person. Before you lubricate the
swing bearing, clear the area of all persons.
Each time you leave the cab

y Lower the bucket to the ground.
y Stop the engine.
y Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the
LOCK position.
y Use handrails.
M142-07-046

3. Turn the auto-idle switch OFF.
IMPORTANT: The turbocharger may be damaged if the

five minutes.
5. Turn the key switch OFF. Remove the key from the
key switch.
6. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK posi-
tion.
7. With the upperstructure stationary, apply grease via
the two grease fittings.
8. Start the engine. Raise the bucket several inches off
the ground and rotate the upperstructure 45° (1/8
turn).
10. Repeat the procedure three times, beginning with
step 3.
11. Apply grease to the swing bearing until grease can be
seen escaping from the swing bearing seals.
12. Take care not to supply excessive grease.
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MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATOR
Lubricator Operation 8
1. Turn power switch (8) ON to activate pump (1). 2
Grease is sucked up and supplied to high-pressure
grease gun (3).
IMPORTANT: When pump (1) begins to suck grease,
any air inside pump (1) will be mixed in,
making grease turn whitish. Open check
valve cock (2) to bleed this air-mixed 1
grease. Securely close check valve cock
(2) when all air-mixed grease is bled out.
M111-07-011
2. Grab high-pressure grease gun (3) and pay out the

hose from hose reel (4) to the length required.
3. Press hydro-chuck (5) protruding from high-pressure
grease gun (3) into a grease nipple (7) and pull the
lever to discharge grease.
4. Release the lever when greasing is complete; grease
discharge will stop.
IMPORTANT: When detaching hydro-chuck (5) from
grease nipple (7), grease nipple (7) tip
may break unless a special care, is taken,
as follows:
• Tip nozzle (6) a little so as to release
the connecting pressure applied to
5
hydro-chuck (5).
6
• Slowly detach hydro-chuck (5) from
nipple (7). 3
5. When all greasing work is complete, turn power

switch (8) OFF, then pull grease gun (3) lever to re-
lease remaining pressure from grease gun (3), pump
(1), and the hose so as to ensure long life of the
components. A little grease will be discharged at this
time.
IMPORTANT: The hose has a limited service life. Pe- 4
riodically inspect the hose for cracks, M111-07-012
grease leakage, or any other damage. If
any damage is found, replace the hose.
M111-07-013
7-25
MAINTENANCE
Grease Container Replacement
1
when the grease container becomes empty, follow the
procedure below to replace it:
IMPORTANT: When replacing the grease container, be

sure that no sand or debris sticks to
suction tube (5) or to follower plate (3). If 7
foreign matter, such as sand, gets into
grease, damage to the pump and to
parts being lubricated will result. If fol- 6
lower plate (3) is not correctly posi- 2
tioned inside the container, pump (1) 5
may not suck grease, even with grease
remaining in the container. Reposition
the plate correctly if this happens. 3
1. Loosen wing nuts (2) located on pail cover (7).

Remove the pump assembly (pump (1), pail cover (7), 4
and suction tube (5)) and follower plate (3) from the
empty grease container (4).
M111-07-014
2. Remove the cover from the new grease container.

3
3. Apply grease to the back of follower plate (3) to fill

concaved sections; this will prevent air from mixing
into the grease contents. 4
4. Place follower plate (3) flat on the grease contents in

the container. Using both hands, press follower plate
(3) down while moving both hands back and forth
along the periphery of the container inside, as illus-
trated, until grease comes out of seal packing (6)
hole. M111-07-087
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to damage seal packing

(6) by the end of suction tube (5) when 8
inserting it.
5. Slowly insert suction tube (5) (the pump assembly)

into the grease contents via the seal packing hole.
6. Be sure that pail cover (7) correctly settles on the

container. Equally tighten each wing nut (2) to pail
cover (7) to securely attach the pump assembly onto
the container (4). M166-07-103
7. After replacing the grease container, secure the lu- Grease Container
bricator unit with bracket (8).
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MAINTENANCE
Swing Internal Gear --- every 1000 hours
WARNING: Adding or changing swing internal

gear grease and rotating the upperstructure must
be done by one person. Before you start, clear
the area of all persons.
Each time you leave the cab

• Lower the bucket to the ground.
• Stop the engine.
• Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK
position. 2
• Use handrails. M183-07-003

3. Turn the auto-idle switch OFF. 1

five minutes.
key switch.
M142-07-050
6. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
7. Remove cover (2) on the under side of the swing
gear housing, located near the center joint and thor-
oughly remove old grease from the swing gear.
8. Install cover (2).
9. Remove cover (1) on the upperstructure.
10. In order to add new grease evenly to the swing gear,
swing the upperstructure twelve 30° intervals (one full
turn) and add grease at each interval using a putty
knife.
11. Install cover (1).
IMPORTANT: Excessive swing gear grease will con-
taminate the swing gear oil. Do not apply
excessive grease. Apply the same quan-
tity grease as removed.
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MAINTENANCE
Fan Pulley and Tension Pulley

--- every 1500 hours 2 1
WARNING: Before beginning to lubricate the fan

pulley and tension pulley, stop the engine.
1. Park machine on level ground.

2. Lower the bucket to the ground, turn the auto-idle
switch off, stop the engine and pull the pilot control
shut-off lever to the LOCK position.
3. Add grease to grease fitting (1) for the tension pulley
until the grease flow out from overflow valve (3).
4. Add grease to grease fitting (2) for the fan pulley until
the grease flow out from overflow valve (4).
IMPORTANT: Be sure to wipe off any old grease on

the fan belt when greasing to prevent
3
the fan belt from slipping and overheat-
ing.
M18E-07-009
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MAINTENANCE
B. ENGINE
Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
1. Engine Oil Check Oil Level 1
2. Engine Oil Change 70 L (18.5 US gal)
3. Replace Engine Oil Main Filter 2
Engine Oil Viscosity Requirements
API Service Class Type Viscosity Grade (SAE) Temperature Ranges

CH-4 All Season Multigrade 15W-40 −18° to 50°C (0° to 122°F)
CI-4 All Season Multigrade 15W-40 −18° to 50°C (0° to 122°F)
NOTE: (1) Oils with nominal ash content must be 1.0 to 1.5 percent mass. Oils with higher ash content, up to
1.85 percent ash, can be used in areas where the sulfur content of the fuel is normally 1 to 1.5
percent mass.
(2) Refer to the Cummins engine manual when you use oil other than CH-4 and CI-4 oils.
(3) The machine is shipped from the factory is filled with lubricants, Hitachi Super Wide DH-1 15W-40.
7-29
MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil Level --- check daily

1
IMPORTANT: For most accurate readings, check the

oil level every day before starting the
machine. Be sure the machine is on a
level surface.
1. Remove dipstick (1). Wipe oil off with a clean cloth.

Reinsert dipstick (1).
2. Remove dipstick (1) again. Read level. Oil level must
be between the H and L mark.
3. If necessary, add oil via oil filler cap (2).
Be sure to use only recommended oil (see Recom-
mended Engine Oil Chart). 2
NOTE: Checking the oil level immediately after shut

down will result in inaccurate readings. M18E-07-004
Be sure to allow the oil to settle for at least 15
minutes before checking.
Change Engine Oil --- every 500 hours
Replace Engine Oil Filters

--- every 500 hours
1. Run the engine to warm oil.
DO NOT run the engine until oil is hot.

five minutes.
key switch.
tion.
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Engine oil may be hot just after op- 1 2

eration. Take extra care to avoid burns.
8. Remove drain plug (2).

9. Loosen drain cock (1). Allow oil to drain through a
clean cloth into a container of 70 liter (18.5 US gal) or
more capacity container.
10. After all oil has drained, inspect cloth for any debris
such as small pieces of metal.
11. Install and tighten drain plug (2). Close drain cock (1).
12. Remove the filter cartridges of engine oil filters (5), by M142-07-110
turning them counterclockwise with filter wrench.
13. Clean the filter gasket contact area on the engine.
Oil Pan
14. Fill the new filters with lubricating oil to prevent
crankshaft or bearing damage. Apply a thin film of
clean oil to the gasket of the new filter. Clean Cloth
15. Install new filter. Turn the filter cartridge clockwise by Container
hand until the gasket touches the contact area. Be
sure not to damage the gasket when installing the fil-
ter.
M104-07-010
16. Tighten engine oil filters (5), 1/2 to 3/4 turn more us-
ing filter wrench.
Be careful not to overtighten.
17. Remove oil filler cap (3). Fill the engine with recom-
mended oil. Check that oil level is between the H and
L marks on the dipstick after 15 minutes.
Engine oil capacity: 70 L (18.5 US gal)
18. Install oil filler cap (3).

19. Start the engine. Run the engine at slow idle for 5
minutes.
20. Check that the engine oil pressure indicator on the
monitor panel goes out immediately. If not, stop the 3 5
4
engine immediately and find the cause.
21. Stop the engine. Remove the key from the key
switch.
M18E-07-004
22. Check for any leakage at the drain plug.
23. Check oil level on dipstick (4).
NOTE: Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Man-

ual for Cummins Engine for further details ex-
cept the filter replacement intervals, for which
this manual has priority.
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MAINTENANCE
C. TRANSMISSION
Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
Check Oil Level 1 Ä
1. Pump Transmission Change Oil 15 L (4.0 US gal) Ä
Gear Replace Filter 1
Clean Breather 2
2. Swing Reduction Check Oil Level 2 Ä
Gear Change Oil 25 L (6.6 US gal)×2
3. Travel Reduction Check Oil Level 2
Gear Change Oil 43 L (11.4 US gal)×2
2
3 M18J-03-001
Brand Names of Recommended Oil

Application Swing and Travel Reduction Gear Pump Transmission
Kind of Oil Gear oil Engine Oil
Air Temp. –20 to 0°C –10 to 50°C 25 to 50°C
Manufacturer –20 to 50°C (–4 to 122°F)
(–4 to 32°F) (14 to 122°F) (77 to 122°F)
BP Vanellus C3
British Petroleum BP Gear oil SAE90EP
10W 30 40
RPM DELO 300 Oil
Caltex Oil Universal Thuban SAE 90
10W 30 40
Essolube D-3
Esso Esso Gear Oil 80W-90, 85W-90
10W 30 40
Apolloil diesel motive
Idemitsu Kosan Apollo Gear HE90
S-310 S-330 S-340
Mobil Delvac
Mobil Oil Mobilube GX90
1310 1330 1340
Hidiesel S3
Hypoid Gear Oil 90 (Swing and travel –10 to 40 °C –20 to 35 °C
Nippon Oil
reduction device) (14 to 104 °F) (–4 to 95 °F)
15W-40 10W-30
Shell Rymla D
Shell Oil Shell Spirax EP90
10W 30 40
Remarks API GL 4 Class API CD Class
NOTE: The machine shipped from the factory is filled with oil marked .
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MAINTENANCE
Pump Transmission
Check Oil Level --- every 50 hours
(first time after 10 hours)
1
five minutes.
5. Stop the engine. Remove the key from the key M18J-07-004
switch.
1
tion.
7. Remove dipstick (1). Oil must be within the specified
range.
8. If necessary, remove dipstick (1) and add oil. (See
gear oil chart)
9. Recheck oil level.
M114-07-181
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MAINTENANCE
Change Oil --- every 500 hours
Clean Air Breather Cap --- every 500 hours

Clean Cloth
3. Turn the auto-idle switch OFF. Container

M104-07-010
4. Run the engine at slow idle speed without load for 2

five minutes.
switches.
6. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK
position. 3
WARNING: Oil may be hot just after operation.

Wait for oil to cool before starting work.
7. Prepare a container of 15 liter (4.0 US gal) or more

capacity for the drain oil.
M142-07-009
8. Remove under cover, located on the left of underside

of the upperstructure.
9. Remove drain plug (3), and loosen cock (2) to drain
the oil.
10. Check if foreign material like metal particles are
included in the drain oil by filtering it with a clean
cloth.
M183-07-005
M18J-07-004
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MAINTENANCE
11. Remove filter element (4) by turning it
counterclockwise with filter wrench.
12. Install new filter element (4) and new O-ring.
13. Remove breather cap (5) and clean the element.
After cleaning, apply LOCTITE to the threads of the
air breather cap. Then, tighten it.
M183-07-005
M18J-07-004
7-35
MAINTENANCE
Swing Reduction Gear

2
Check Oil Level --- every 50 hours 1

five minutes.
5. Stop the engine. Remove the key from the key M142-07-051
switch.
position.
WARNING: Gear oil may be hot just after

operation. Wait for gear oil to cool before starting
work. M104-07-017
7. Remove dipsticks (1). Oil must be between marks.

8. If necessary, add oil via filler tube (2). (See oil chart)
9. Recheck oil level.
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MAINTENANCE
Change Gear Oil --- every 1000 hours
1
2. Lower the bucket to the ground. 2


five minutes.
switch.
position. M142-07-051
WARNING: Gear oil may be hot just after

operation. Wait for gear oil to cool before starting
work.

capacity for the drain oil. M104-07-017
8. Remove two swing gear box drain plugs (3), located 4

at boom foot and under the engine rear end and open
drain cocks (4) to drain oil.
9. Tighten drain cocks (4) and drain plugs (3).
Fill gear boxes with oil via filler tubes (2).
10. Confirm that the oil level is between the notches on
dipstick (1). Add oil if necessary.
3 M142-07-012
3
4
M142-07-013
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MAINTENANCE
Travel Reduction Gear 1
Check Oil Level --- every 250 hours

2
2. Rotate the travel motor until the imaginary line
through plug (1) and plug (3) is vertical.

five minutes.
6. Stop the engine. Remove the key from the key 3
switch. M142-07-052
1
tion.
2
WARNING: Keep body and face away from the air Oil Level
release plug. Gear oil may be hot just after opera-
tion. Wait for gear oil to cool and then gradually
loosen the air release plug to release pressure.
3
8. After gear oil has cooled, slowly loosen air release Vertical Line M113-07-040
plug (1) to release pressure.
9. Remove oil level check plug (2). Oil must be up to the
bottom of hole.
10. If necessary, after oil supply plug (1) have been re-
moved, add oil until oil flows out of the oil level check
plug (2) hole. (See gear oil chart)
11. Wrap the plug threads with sealing-type tape.
Tighten plugs (1) and (2) to 70 N⋅m (7 kgf⋅m, 51 lbf⋅ft)
12. Check the gear oil level in the other travel reduction
gear.
7-38
MAINTENANCE
1
Change Gear Oil --- every 2000 hours

2. Rotate the travel motor until the imaginary line
through plug (1) and plug (3) is vertical. 2

five minutes.
switch.
7. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK posi- 3
M142-07-052
tion.
1
WARNING: Keep body and face away from the air
release plug. Gear oil may be hot after operation. 2
Wait for gear oil to cool and then gradually Oil Level
loosen the air release plug to release pressure.
8. After gear oil has cooled, slowly loosen air release

plug (1) to release pressure, and temporarily re- 3
tighten plug (1). Vertical Line M113-07-040

capacity for the drain oil. Remove drain plug (3).
10. Clean drain plug (3). Wrap the threads of the drain
plug with sealing-type tape. Install the plug.
Tighten the plug to 70 Nxm (7 kgfxm, 51 lbf⋅ft).
11. Remove oil level check plug (2) and oil supply plug
(1).
12. Add oil until oil flows out of the oil level check plug (2)
hole. (See gear oil chart)
13. Clean plugs (1) and (2). Wrap the threads of oil level
check plug (2) and air release plug (1) with seal-
ing-type tape. Reinstall the plugs.
Tighten the plugs to 70 Nxm (7 kgfxm, 51 lbf⋅ft).
14. Repeat steps 8. to 13. for the other travel reduction
gear.
7-39
MAINTENANCE
D. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 2000 2500 4000 12000
1. Check Hydraulic Oil Level 1
2. Drain Hydraulic Oil Tank Sump 1
1350 L
3. Change Hydraulic Oil Ì Ì Ì
(357 US gal)
4. Suction Filter Cleaning 2 When changing hydraulic oil
5. Replace Drain Filter Element 1 Ä
6. Replace Full-Flow Filter Element 2
7. Replace Pilot Oil Filter Element 1
Check Hoses and Lines (for leak, loose) −
8.
Check Hoses and Lines (for crack, bend, etc.) −
9. Replace High-Pressure Filter 3
10. Clean Tank Breather 1
NOTE: Ì Hydraulic oil changing intervals differ according to kind of hydraulic oil used. See recommended oil
chart.
Ä First time only.
1 2 3 4 5
6 8 9 10
7
M18J-03-001
Brand Names of Recommended Hydraulic Oil
Kind of Lubricant Hydraulic Oil
Where to be applied Hydraulic System
Change Interval 4000 hours 2500 hours 2000 hours
Environmental
–20 to 50°C –10 to 50°C –20 to 50°C –10 to 50°C –20 to 50°C –10 to 50°C
Temp.
(–4 to 122°F) (14 to 122°F) (–4 to 122°F) (14 to 122°F) (–4 to 122°F) (14 to 122°F)
Manufacturer
Hitachi Super EX 46HN
Idemitsu Kosan Super Hydro 46 WRHU
British Petroleum Bartran HV46
Rando Oil
Caltex Oil
HD46
Rando Oil
Texaco INC.
HD46
Chevron U.S.A INC. Chevron AW46
Esso NUTO H46
Mobil Oil DTE 25
Shell Oil Tellus Oil S46 Tellus Oil 46
Remarks Anti-wear type hydraulic oil
NOTE: Use proper hydraulic oil in accordance with the atmospheric temperature.
The machine shipped from the factory is filled with oil marked .
7-40
MAINTENANCE
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF HY-
DRAULIC EQUIPMENT
WARNING: During operation, the parts of the hy-

draulic system become very hot.
Allow the machine to cool down before beginning
inspection or maintenance.
1. Be sure that the machine is parked on a level, firm

surface before servicing hydraulic equipment.
2. Lower the bucket to the ground and stop the engine.
3. Begin servicing hydraulic components only after
components, hydraulic oil and lubricants are com-
pletely cooled, and after releasing residual pressure.
3.1 Bleed air from the hydraulic oil tank to release in-
ternal pressure.
3.2 Allow the machine to cool down.
Note that servicing heated and pressurized hydrau-
lic components may cause hot parts and/or oil to fly
off or escape suddenly, possibly resulting in per-
sonal injury.
3.3 Keep body parts and face away from plugs or
screws when removing them.
Hydraulic components may be pressurized even
when cooled.
3.4 Never attempt to service or inspect the travel and
swing motor circuits on slopes. They are highly
pressurized due to self-weight.
4. When connecting hydraulic hoses and pipes, take

special care to keep seal surfaces free from dirt and
to avoid damaging them. Keep these precautions in
mind:
4.1 Wash hoses, pipes, and the tank interior with a
washing liquid and thoroughly wipe it out before re-
connecting them.
A couple of threads left unwrapped
4.2 Only use O-rings that are free of damage or defects.
Be careful not to damage them during reassembly.
4.3 Do not allow high pressure hoses to twist when
connecting them. The life of twisted hoses will be
shortened considerably.
4.4 Carefully tighten low pressure hose clamps.
Direction of
Do not overtighten them. Tape Winding
4.5 When connecting screw type joints, apply seal tape
to the threads of male screw. Be sure to leave a M114-07-041
couple of threads at the male screw top unwrapped,
as shown. Do not overwrap. Apply seal tape around
threads as shown, so that the tape does not loosen
when the female screw is tightened.
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MAINTENANCE
5. When adding hydraulic oil, always use the same
brand of oil; do not mix brands of oil. As the machine
is filled with Super EX 46HN when it is shipped from
the factory, use it as a general rule. When selecting
to use another brand of oil listed in the table “Brand
names of recommended hydraulic oil”, be sure to
completely replace the oil in the system.
6. Do not use hydraulic oils other than those listed in the
table “Brand names of recommended hydraulic oil”.
7. Only 50 to 60% of the total hydraulic circuit oil on a
large size excavator can be replaced at a time. Ac-
cordingly, conduct minimum flushing twice.
8. In case the machine is used for dredging operations,
replace the hydraulic oil at a 2000 hour interval re-
gardless of the oil brand used.
9. If any other hydraulic oil (having a different replace-
ment interval) is unavoidably used, replace the oil in
accordance with the individual replacement interval
standard.
10. Never run the engine without oil in the hydraulic oil
tank.
7-42
MAINTENANCE
Check Hydraulic Oil Level --- daily
IMPORTANT: Never run the engine without oil in hy-

draulic oil tank.

2. Position the machine as illustrated on the right.
M142-07-093

five minutes. M117-07-127
key switch.
tion.
1
8. Check oil level with level gauge (1) on hydraulic oil
tank. Oil must be between marks on the gauge. If
necessary, add oil.
WARNING: The hydraulic oil tank is pressurized.

Keep body and face away from cap (2). Turn cap
(2) slowly and remove the cap only after releasing M183-07-006
the internal pressure completely. 2
To add oil:
9. Insert the wrench as shown and turn the wrench

clockwise and hold the wrench.
10. Turn cap (2) counterclockwise about 30°, at which
point stop cap (2) to release the air.
11. Turn cap (2) further and remove cap (2).
12. Align the projected part of cap (2) with the projected
part of the case and install cap (2). M183-07-052
Cap (2)
13. Add oil. Recheck oil level gauge (1).
Arrow
Projection
Case Assembly
Projection
Side Hole
Wrench 4 mm
M110-07-022
7-43
MAINTENANCE
1
Drain Hydraulic Oil Tank Sump
--- every 250 hours
IMPORTANT: Never run the engine without oil in hy-

draulic oil tank.
1. Park the machine on a level surface with the upper-

structure rotated 90° for easier access.
M183-07-052
4. Run the engine at slow idle speed without load for Cap (1)
five minutes.
key switch.
Arrow
tion. Projection
WARNING: The hydraulic oil tank is pressurized. Case Assembly

(1) slowly and remove the cap only after releasing Projection
the internal pressure completely.
7. Insert the wrench as shown and turn the wrench Side Hole
Wrench 4 mm
M110-07-022
8. Turn cap (1) counterclockwise about 30°, at which 2
part of the case and install cap (1).
WARNING: Do not loosen the drain plug until oil

is cool. Hydraulic oil may be hot just after opera-
tion, potentially causing serious injury.
11. After oil is cool, remove drain plugs (3) and open 3
drain cocks (2) to drain water and sediment.
12. After draining water and sediment, close drain cocks M142-07-053
(2) securely.
13. Install and tighten plugs (3).
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MAINTENANCE
Change Hydraulic Oil

--- every 4000 hours, 2500 hours
or 2000 hours
WARNING: Hydraulic oil may be hot just after

operation. Wait for oil to cool before starting
work.
IMPORTANT: Hydraulic oil changing intervals differ

M142-07-092
according to kind of hydraulic oils used.
(See Recommended Oil Chart in this
group)

2. Position the machine with the arm cylinder fully re-
tracted and the bucket cylinder fully extended.
4. Turn the auto-idle switch OFF. M117-07-126
1
2

five minutes.
switch.
tion.
8. Clean the top of the hydraulic oil tank to keep dirt out
of the hydraulic system.

M183-07-052
(1) slowly and remove the cap only after releasing
the internal pressure completely. Cap (1)

10. Turn cap (1) counterclockwise about 30°, at which Arrow
point stop cap (1) to release the air. Projection
12. Align the projected part of cap (1) with the projected Case Assembly
13. Remove cover (2). Projection
14. Prepare a container of 1400 liters (370 US gal) or
more capacity for the drain oil.
Side Hole
15. Remove oil using a suction pump. The hydraulic oil
tank capacity, up to specified oil level, is approxi- Wrench 4 mm
M110-07-022
mately 1400 liters (370 US gal).
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MAINTENANCE
16. Remove drain plugs (4) on the underside of the 3
hydraulic oil tank and loosen drain valves (3) to drain
oil.
17. Tighten drain valves (3).
18. Install and tighten drain plugs (4).
19. Add oil via covers (2) hole until it is between the mark
on the level gauge (5).
20. Be sure to bleed air from the system following the
procedures shown next page.
4
M142-07-053
M183-07-052
M183-07-006
7-46
MAINTENANCE
Air Bleeding Procedures
IMPORTANT: If the hydraulic pump is not filled with oil, 6

it will be damaged when the engine is
started.
The machine is equipped with three main pumps. Bleed air

from these pumps after changing hydraulic oil.
1. Remove air bleed plugs (6) (three for upper pumps

and lower pump) on side of each pumps.
2. Fill the pump with oil through air bleed plugs (6) port
on side of each pumps until oil flows out of air bleed M142-12-004
plug (6) hole.

3. Temporarily tighten air bleed plugs (6) on each
pumps, start the engine and run at slow idle. Loosen
one of air bleed plugs (6) slightly until oil flows from
plug port to release trapped air completely. Tighen air
bleed plug (6). Repeat this step for the rest of plugs.
4. Purge air from the hydraulic system by running the
engine at slow idle and operating the control levers
slowly and smoothly for 15 minutes.
5. Position the machine as illustrated in the oil level M142-07-092
checking procedure.
switch.
position.
10. Check the hydraulic oil tank gauge. Add oil if M117-07-126
necessary.
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MAINTENANCE
Suction Filter Cleaning

--- when changing hydraulic oil
1
Inside hydraulic oil tank are provided two strainers on
the bottom. Be sure to clean these strainers when
changing hydraulic oil.
1. After draining hydraulic oil, remove two tank top

covers (1) positioned towards the upperstructure rear 2
end.
2. Remove filter and rod assembly (3). 3
3. Clean filter and tank interior.
4. Install filter and rod assembly (3). Make sure the filter
is positioned correctly in support (2).
5. Install cover (1). Make sure rod top is correctly
inserted into cover center hole (4). Tighten the bolts.
6. Discriminate two filters referring to the dimensions
shown below. 4
M113-07-050
Type D L Remarks L
A 200 mm 965 mm The other one

20 mm
(8″) (3′ 2″) (0.8 in)
B 150 mm 975 mm Located below breather cap
(6″) (3′ 2-1/2″) D
M107-07-097
B
1
M183-07-052
7-48
MAINTENANCE
Replace Drain Filter Element

--- every 500 hours
WARNING: Hydraulic oil and components may be

hot just after operation. Be sure to allow oil and
components to cool before starting work.
M142-07-093

M117-07-127
five minutes. 1

switch.
position.

(1) slowly and remove cap (1) only after releasing

clockwise and hold the wrench. M183-07-052

point stop cap (1) to release the air. Cap (1)
Arrow
Projection
Case Assembly
Projection
Side Hole
Wrench 4 mm
M110-07-022
7-49
MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT: • When old element is removed, check it
for any foreign matter, such as small
pieces of metal.
• Replace the element periodically.
• Clean the drain filter and the sur-
rounding area.
2
11. The drain filter is located behind the hydraulic oil
tank.
12. Turn cartridge-type drain filter element (2) counter-
clockwise using a filter wrench to remove it from the
filter head. Take care not to damage the O-ring when
removing element (2). M183-07-007
13. Install new element (2) onto the filter head by turning
it clockwise by hand until it comes in contact with the
filter head.
14. Turn new element (2) 2/3 of a turn further using a fil-
ter wrench. Take care not to tighten excessively. The
cartridge may be deformed.
15. Start the engine. Check for any oil leakage.
IMPORTANT: If any evidence of metal powder is found
from drain oil in the drain filter, consult
your authorized dealer.
M183-07-008
2
7-50
MAINTENANCE
Replace Full-Flow Filter

--- every 1000 hours

IMPORTANT: The turbocharger may be damaged if the M142-07-093

five minutes.
switch.
6. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to the LOCK posi- M117-07-127
tion.
1


part of the case and install cap (1). M183-07-052
Cap (1)
Arrow
Projection
Case Assembly
Projection
Side Hole
Wrench 4 mm
M110-07-022
7-51
MAINTENANCE
NOTE: There is spring tension under cover (2). Hold

down cover (2) when removing last two bolts
2
(3).
3
11. Hold down filter cover (2) against light spring load
when removing last two bolts (3). Remove filter cover
(2) and O-ring (4).
12. Remove spring (5), valve (6) and element (7).
4
13. Discard element (7) and O-ring (4). Install a new
element (7), valve (6) and spring (5). 5
6
14. Install filter cover (2) with new O-ring (4). Install and
tighten bolts (3) to 50 Nxm (5 kgfxm, 36 lbfxft).
2
M111-07-040
M183-07-052
7-52
MAINTENANCE
Replace Pilot Oil Filter Element

WARNING: Hydraulic oil and components may be

hot just after operation. Be sure to allow oil and
components to cool before starting work.

M142-07-093


five minutes. M117-07-127
5. Stop the engine. Remove the key from the key 1

switch.
6. Operate the right and left control levers to release
pressure from the pilot accumulator.
position.


clockwise and hold the wrench. M183-07-052

point stop cap (1) to release the air. Cap (1)

Arrow
Projection
Case Assembly
Projection
Side Hole
Wrench 4 mm
M110-07-022
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MAINTENANCE
12. Unscrew filter cartridge (1) and pull down to remove
it.
13. Remove filter cartridge (1) by moving it back and
forth while pulling down on it.
14. Before inserting new filter cartridge (1) into head
cover (2), apply a film of clean hydraulic oil to the
small ring that fits into the head cover. Work the
element back into the head cover.
15. Do not allow dirt, dust or water to enter the filter
cartridge (1).
16. Reinstall filter cartridge (1) to a torque of 20 to 30
Nxm (2 to 3 kgfxm, 14 to 22 lbf⋅ft). M18J-07-005
17. After replacing filter cartridge (1), check the oil level Pilot Filter
and purge air from the system. Failure to do so can
damage the pump.
18. Clean and replace this filter cartridge (1) regularly in
order to maintain clean hydraulic oil, and, as a result,
to lengthen the lifetime of the hydraulic equipment.
2
M1U1-07-050
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MAINTENANCE
Check Hoses and Lines

--- daily
--- every 250 hours
WARNING: Escaping fluid under pressure can

penetrate the skin causing serious injury.
To avoid this hazard, search for leaks with a
piece of cardboard.
Take care to protect hands and body from
high-pressure fluids.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor familiar with
this type of injury immediately. SA-031
Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours or gangrene may re-
sult.
WARNING: Hydraulic oil and lubricant leaks can

lead to fire that may result in serious injury.
To avoid this hazard:
• Park the machine on a firm, level surface.
Lower the bucket to the ground.
Stop the engine. Remove key from the key
switch. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever to
the LOCK position.
• Check for missing or loose clamps, kinked SA-292
hoses, lines or hoses that rub against each

other, damaged oil cooler, and loose oil cooler
flange bolts, for leaks.
Check hoses, lines and oil cooler at the check
points indicated below for leaks and other
damage that may result in future leaks.
If any abnormalities are found, replace or re-
tighten them, as shown in Tables 1-3.
• Tighten, repair or replace any missing, loose or SA-044
damaged clamps, hoses, lines, oil cooler, and
loose oil cooler flange bolts.
Do not bend or strike high-pressure lines.
Never install bent or damaged hoses or lines.
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MAINTENANCE
Table 1. Hoses 3 2
Interval (hours) Check Points Abnormalities Remedies 1
Every 10 Hose covers Leak (1) Replace 2
hours Hose ends Leak (2) Replace
3
Fittings Leak (3) Retighten or replace
hose or O-ring
Every 250 Hose covers Crack (4) Replace M137-07-008
hours Hose ends Crack (5) Replace 3 2

1
2
Hose covers Exposed reinforcement (6) Replace
3
Hose covers Blister (7) Replace
M115-07-145
Hose Bend (8) Replace 5
M115-07-146
Hose Collapse (9) Replace 6

(Use proper bend
radius)
Hose ends and Deformation or Replace M115-07-147

fittings Corrosion (10)
8
NOTE: Refer to the illustrations in Fig.1 for each check point location or for a descrip-
tion of the abnormality. Use genuine Hitachi parts.
M115-07-148
10
M115-07-149
Fig.1
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MAINTENANCE
Table 2. Lines
Interval (hours) Check Points Abnormalities Remedies
Every 10 hours Contact surfaces of Leak (11) Replace 11
flange joints O-ring and/or 13 12
retighten bolts
Clamps Loose Retighten
Welded surfaces on Leak (12) Replace
joints
Every 250 hours Welded surfaces Crack (13) Replace M115-07-150
on joints Fig. 2
Clamps Missing Replace
Deformation Replace
Loose Retighten
NOTE: Refer to the illustrations in Fig.2 for each check point location or for a descrip-
tion of the abnormality. Use genuine Hitachi parts.
14
Table 3. Oil cooler
Every 250 hours Contact surfaces of Leak (14) Replace
flange joints O-ring and/or
retighten bolts
Oil cooler Leak (15) Replace
16
Coupling and rubber Leak (16) Retighten or re-
hose place
NOTE: Refer to the illustrations in Fig.3 for each check point location.
16 15 14
M1JB-07-048
Fig. 3
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MAINTENANCE
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
HYDRAULIC FITTINGS
Three hydraulic fitting designs are used this ma-

chine.
Flange Type
Hose connector (3) with O-ring (2) installed on the end
face is secured with split flange (4) (two pieces).
5
Precautions for Application
• When reinstalling, be sure to replace O-ring (2) with
new one.
• Check that O-ring (2) is correctly installed in O-ring
groove (6) first. Then, connect the hose to mating part
(1) using split flanges (4) (2 pieces used) and socket
bolts (5) (4 pieces used). If socket bolts (5) are tight-
ened with O-ring (2) dislocated, damage to O-ring 4 6
may result, causing oil to leak.
• When installing the hose, take care not to damage
O-ring groove (6) and sealing face (7) of mating part
7
(1). If damaged, damage to O-ring (2) may result, 3
causing oil to leak.
• If oil leaks due to looseness of socket bolt (5), do not 2
re-tighten as it is. Replace O-ring (2) with new one,
check that O-ring (2) is correctly installed in O-ring
groove (6). Then re-tighten. 1
M142-07-100
Tightening Torque:
Tighten the socket bolt according to the torque specifica-
tions shown in the table below:
±10%
Width across flats (mm) 8 10 12 14
Nxm 50 90 140 210
Tightening
(kgfxm) (5) (9) (14) (21)
torque
(lbf⋅ft) (36) (65) (101) (152)
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MAINTENANCE
Flat Face O-ring Seal Fitting (ORS Fitting)
An O-ring (1) is used on the sealing surfaces to prevent 2 6 1 4 5
oil leakage.
1. Inspect fitting sealing surfaces (6). They must be free

of dirt or defects.
2. Replace O-ring (1) with a new one when assembling 6
fitting (2). 3
M104-07-033
3. Lubricate O-ring (1) and install it into groove (3) using
petroleum jelly to hold it in place.
4. Tighten fitting (2) by hand, pressing the fitting joint
together to ensure O-ring (1) remains in place and is
not damaged.
5. Tighten fitting (2) or nut (4) to the torque values
shown. Do not allow hose (5) to twist when tightening
fitting (2).
6. Check for leaks. If oil leaks from a loose connection,
do not tighten fitting (2). Open the connection, re-
place O-ring (1) and check for correct O-ring (1) posi-
tion before tightening the connection.
Torque specifications ±10%
Width across flats
27 32 36 41, 46 50
(mm)
Nxm 95 140 180 210 260
Tightening
(kgfxm) (9.5) (14) (18) (21) (26)
torque
(lbfxft) (69) (101) (130) (152) (192)
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MAINTENANCE
Metal Face Seal Fittings
Fittings are used on smaller hoses and consist of a
metal flare (10) and a metal flare seat (9).
1. Inspect flare (10) and flare seat (9). They must be

free of dirt or obvious defects.
IMPORTANT: Defects in the tube flare cannot be re-
paired. Overtightening a defective flare
fitting will not stop a leak.
2. Tighten fitting (7) by hand.

3. Tighten fitting (7) or nut (8) to the torque values
shown. Do not allow hose (5) to twist when tightening
fittings.
Width across flats (mm) 19 22 27

Nxm 140 180 210
Type
(kgfxm) (14) (18) (21)
A
Fastening (lbf⋅ft) (103) (133) (155)
torque Nxm 35 50 95
Type
(kgfxm) (3.5) (5) (9.5)
B
(lbf⋅ft) (25) (36) (69)
7 8 9 10
7 8 10
74° 9
5 60° 5
Type A Type B M113-07-055
7-60
MAINTENANCE
Replace High-Pressure Strainer Cap (1)

Arrow
3. Turn the auto-idle switch OFF. Projection
IMPORTANT: The turbocharger may be damaged if the Case Assembly
4. Run the engine at slow idle speed without load for Projection
five minutes.
Side Hole
switch. Wrench 4 mm
M110-07-022

tion.
WARNING: Keep body and face away from cap

(1). Turn cap (1) slowly and remove the cap (1)
only after releasing the internal pressure com-
pletely.

8. Turn cap (1) counter-clockwise about 30°, at which
High Pressure
point stop cap to release the air. Strainer
9. Turn cap (1) further and remove cap (1). M18J-07-006
11. Remove bolts (2), cover (3) and strainer assembly
(6) from housing (7).
12. Discard O-rings ((4) and (5)) and strainer assembly
(6).
13. Install new strainer assembly (6) into housing (7).
14. Install cover (3) with new O-rings ((4) and (5)). High Pressure
Strainer
15. Install and tighten bolts (2) to 270 Nxm (27 kgfxm, 195
M18J-07-007
lbfxft).
2
16. Repeat steps 11 to 15 for the other strainers.
3
4
5
6
M18J-07-008
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MAINTENANCE
E. FUEL SYSTEM
Tank capacity 1470 liter (388 US gal)

Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
1. Drain Fuel Tank Sump 1
2. Drain Fuel Filter Sediment 2
3. Replace Fuel Filter 2
Check Fuel Hoses (for leak, loose) −
4.
Check Fuel Hoses (for crack, bend, etc.) −
5. Clean Fuel Cooler Core 1
WARNING: Use only recommended DISEL FUEL

OIL (JIS K-2204 or ASTM2-D). Never use gasoline.
If gasoline is used accidentally, fire will break out,
resulting in serious personal injury or death. 1
Recommended Fuel
Use only high-quality DIESEL FUEL OIL in accordance
with JIS K-2204, ASTM2-D, or equivalent. For further
details, refer to the Cummins Engine Operation and
Maintenance Manual.
Refueling M183-07-010


five minutes.
switch.
tion.
WARNING: Handle fuel carefully. Shut the engine

off before fueling. Do not smoke while you fill the
fuel tank or work on fuel system.
7. Check fuel gauge (1). Add fuel if necessary.

IMPORTANT: Keep all dirt, dust, water and other for-
eign materials out of the fuel system.
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MAINTENANCE
8. To avoid condensation, fill the tank at the end of each
2
day’s operation. Take care not to spill fuel on the
machine or ground. Fuel tank capacity is 1470 liters
(388 US gal).
9. Remove filler cap (2). Add fuel via the filler tube. Se-
lect a charging pump of appropriate capacity when 1
fueling to avoid overflowing.
Refill fuel while checking the fuel level with level
gauge (1) so that fuel does not overflow.
10. Reinstall filter cap (2) on the filler tube. Be sure to
lock filter cap (2) with the key to prevent the cap from
being lost as well as to prevent vandalism. M183-07-010
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MAINTENANCE
Drain Fuel Tank Sump --- daily

2
1
3. Turn the auto-idle OFF.

five minutes.
M18E-07-010
key switch.
tion.
7. Remove plug (2) and open drain cock (1) for several
seconds to drain water and sediment. Close drain
cock (1).
8. Install and tighten plug (2).
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MAINTENANCE
Drain Fuel Filter Sediment 1

--- every 50 hours
1. Stop the engine.

2. Loosen drain plugs (2) of filters (1) to drain water and
sediment.
3. After draining, tighten drain plugs (2).
M18E-07-004
M142-07-019
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MAINTENANCE
2
Replace Fuel Filter
--- every 500 hours 1
IMPORTANT: Be sure to prepare a container large

enough to collect fuel when replacing
fuel filter to avoid ground contamination
and for safety.
1. Stop the engine.

2. Close cock (1) on the inlet line.
3. Unscrew spin-on filters (2) from the filter head, dis-
card filters.
4. Fill filters (2) with clean fuel. Apply a light even coat of
lubricating oil to the gasket sealing surface prior to
installing filters (2).
5. Position filters (2) to the filter head. Tighten by hand
until the seal touches the filter head, tighten an addi-
tional one-half to three-fourths turn. M18E-07-004
6. Open cock (1).

IMPORTANT: Be sure to tighten filters (2) by hand. If
any tools are used for tightening,
breakage or deformation of the filter
head may arise.
Refer to the Cummins Engine Operation and Mainte-

nance Manual for further details except the filter re-
placement intervals, for which this manual has priority.
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MAINTENANCE
Check Fuel Hoses

--- daily
--- every 250 hours
WARNING: Fuel leaks can lead to fires that may

result in serious injury.
1. Park the machine on a firm, level surface. Lower the

bucket to the ground. Stop the engine. Remove key
from the key switch. Pull the pilot control shut-off
lever to the LOCK position.
2. Check for kinked hoses, and hoses that rub against
each other parts for leaks.
Check hoses at the check points indicated below for
leaks and other damage that may result in future
leaks. If any abnormalities are found, replace or re-
tighten them, as shown in Table 4.
3. Repair or replace any loose or damaged hoses.
Never install bent or damaged hoses.
7-67
MAINTENANCE
Table 4. Hoses 3 2
Daily Hose covers Leak (1) Replace 1
Hose ends Leak (2) Replace
Fittings Leak (3) Retighten or replace 2
3
M115-07-145
Every 250 Hose covers Crack (4) Replace

4
hours
Hose ends Crack (5) Replace
5
M115-07-146
Hose covers Exposed rein- Replace 7

forcement (6)
Hose covers Blister (7) Replace 6
M115-07-147
8
Hose Bend (8) Replace
Hose Collapse (9) Replace M115-07-148
(Use proper bend radius)

9
Hose ends and fit- Deformation Replace

tings or corrosion
10
(10)
M115-07-149
NOTE: Refer to the illustrations in Fig. 4 for each check point location or for
a description of the abnormality. Use genuine Hitachi parts. Fig. 4
7-68
MAINTENANCE
Clean the Fuel Cooler Core

--- every 500 hours
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses or gog-

gles when using compressed air (Less than 0.2
2
MPa, 2 kgf/cm , 28 psi) to clean oil cooler core.
IMPORTANT: High-pressure air or water can damage

fins. When cleaning the oil cooler and
pump transmission oil cooler core with
high-pressure air or water, keep the noz-
zle 200 mm (8 in) or more away from the
core face in order not to cause any dam- M18J-07-009
age.
Remove cover in front of the fuel cooler. Clean oil fuel core
2
with compressed air (Less than 0.2 MPa, 2 kgf/cm , 28 psi)
or water.
7-69
MAINTENANCE
F. AIR CLEANER
Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 100 250 500 1000 2000
1. Air Cleaner Cleaning 2 (Or when indicator lit)
Outer Element Replacement 2 After cleaning 6 times or 1 year
2. Air Cleaner In-
Replacement 2 When outer element is replaced
ner Element
2
Clean the Air Cleaner Outer Element 1
--- every 250 hours or when the restriction in-
dicator comes ON
Replace the Air Cleaner Outer and Inner

Elements
--- after cleaning six times or after one year


M183-01-095

five minutes. 3 4
switch.
tion.
7. Loosen wing nut (1) to remove cover (2).
8. Loosen wing nut (3) to remove outer element (4).
9. Tap outer element (4) with the palm of your hand,
NOT ON A HARD SURFACE.
M183-01-096
7-70
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Use reduced compressed air pres-

2
sure. (Less than 0.2 MPa, 2 kgf/cm , 28 psi). Clear 5
area of bystanders, guard against flying chips,
and wear personal protection equipment includ-
ing goggles or safety glasses.
10. Clean outer element (4) using compressed air. Direct

the air to the inside of the filter element, blowing out.
11. Clean the filter interior before installing outer element
(4).
12. Install outer element (4) into the body to hold it in
place, tighten wing nut (3) by hand. After wing nut (3)
makes contact with the end face of outer element (4),
tighten it 5 to 6 turns by hand.
13. Install cover (2) and tighten wing nut (1).
M183-01-097
14. Start the engine and run at slow idle.
15. Check the air filter restriction indicator on the monitor
panel. If the air filter restriction indicator comes ON,
stop the engine and replace outer element (4).
16. When replacing the air cleaner filter element, replace
both outer (4) and inner (5) elements together. Re-
move outer element (4). Clean the filter interior be-
fore removing inner element (5). Remove inner ele-
ment (5). First install inner element (5) and then in-
stall outer element (4).
17. Clean the body interior, every 250 hours or when air
filter restriction indicator comes ON.
7-71
MAINTENANCE
G. COOLING SYSTEM
Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
1. Check Coolant Level 1
2. DCA4 Concentration −
3. Replace Coolant Filter 1
4. Check Fan Belt for Wear 1
5. Change Coolant 139 L (37 US gal) Twice a year, in spring and autumn Ä
6. Clean Radiator, Inter Cooler, Oil Cooler
1
Core
7. Clean Inter Cooler Front Screen 1 Ì
8. Clean Oil Cooler Front Screen 1 Ì
NOTE: Ä Before leaving the Hitachi factory, the cooling system is filled with a mixture of water and Genuine
Hitachi Long-Life Coolant. As long as Genuine Hitachi Long-Life Coolant is used, the service inter-
vals between changing the coolant is once every two years, or every 4000 hours, whichever comes
first.
Coolant
Use a proper coolant mix of water, antifreeze and anti-
corrosive agent DCA4.
NOTE: DCA4 is a brand name of Dry Chemical Addi-

tive manufactured by the America Fleetguard
Co.
1. Water
Use soft water with fewer impurities or tap water as a
coolant (lather will easily from with soft water).
If hard water with many impurities is used, the anti-
corrosive agent DCA4 will be neutralized and loose
its effect as an anticorrosive agent.
2. Long-Life Coolant
Long-Life coolant protects the cooling system from
rusting and freezing.
Long-life coolant can be used throughout the year
without changing.
As long as Genuine Hitachi Long-Life Coolant is used,
the service interval between changing the coolant is
once every two years, or every 4000 hours, which-
ever comes first.
IMPORTANT: Long-Life Coolant concentration should

be 50% regardless the air temperature.
7-72
MAINTENANCE
1
Check Coolant Level --- daily
WARNING: Do not loosen radiator filler cap (1)

unless the system is cool. Loosen the cap slowly
to the stop. Release all pressure before removing
the cap.
With the engine cold, the coolant level must be between

the MAX and MIN marks. If the coolant level is below the
MIN mark, add coolant to coolant reservoir (2).
If coolant reservoir (2) is empty, add coolant to the radiator
filler cap (1) and then to coolant reservoir (2). M18J-07-010
M18J-07-011
7-73
MAINTENANCE
Check DCA4 Concentration in Coolant

--- every 500 hours
Anticorrosive Agent DCA4

Be sure to use the anticorrosive agent DCA4 in your
Cummins Cooling System. DCA4 protects the cooling
system from rusting, makes an anticorrosive film on the
cylinder liner to prevent the liner from corroding, and re-
duces sediments in the engine coolant passages. Ideal
DCA4 concentration is 2.5 DCA units per 3.78 L (1 US
gal) of coolant (LLC/soft water mix) (when LLC concen-
tration is 50%). Maintain the acceptable concentration
range of 1.5 to 3 units per 3.78 L (1 US gal) of coolant.
DCA4 concentration is adjusted by replacing the
DCA4-containing filter and/or adding DCA4 liquid.
• Coolant Filter
The following solid DCA4 containing coolant filter is
available.
Fleetguard Cummins Hitachi Part Number of

Application
Part No. Part No. No. DCA Units
Check and
WF-2076 4058965 4640733 23
Maintenance
• DCA4 Liquid
The following DCA4 liquid units are available for refill.
Application Fleetguard Cummins Hitachi Number of

Part No. Part No. Part No. DCA Units
DCA60L 4275270 5
Refill 3305373
DCA65L 4280278 20
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MAINTENANCE
• Precautions for using DCA4
WARNING: DCA4 includes alkali. Avoid splashing

DCA4 in your eyes or swallowing it. If DCA4 is
splashed into your eyes or swallowed, follow the
instructions shown below. Keep out of reach of
children.
• Exposure tolerances
Slight skin exposure to DCA4 will cause no se-
rious problems. However, longer or repeated
exposure times, inhaling, swallowing or
splashing DCA4 in your eyes will cause serious
problems. Take the emergency measures
shown below.
Cause Symptoms Emergency Measure
The nose
Inhaling Breathe fresh air.
smarts.
Wash with fresh water.

Long or
The skin Take off clothes contaminated
repeated
smarts. with DCA4 and clean them thor-
exposure
oughly.
Wash immediately with fresh wa-

Splashing The eyes
ter for 15 minutes and see a phy-
in eyes smart.
sician.
Drink a lot of carbonated bever-

Swallowing
ages and see a physician.
• Disposal
Be careful not to spill DCA4 on machine or
ground. If DCA4 is spilt, wipe it up and clean
contaminated surface thoroughly.
Use a container to collect spilt DCA4 and con-
sign it to professional disposers. Disposal of
surplus DCA4 when changing coolant should
also be assigned to professional disposers.
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MAINTENANCE
Checking and Adjusting DCA4 Concentration
• Initial Charge (when replacing coolant totally)

Replace the coolant filter and add the DCA4 liquid for re-
fill. Use coolant filter (WF-2076). One DCA65L unit is
equivalent to four DCA60L units. The sample combina-
tions of DCA65L and DCA60L are shown in the following
table. Appropriately combine both DCA65L and DCA60L
so that the required concentration can be obtained.
Antifreeze or DCA Units per Coolant Required Filter Nos. of Quantity DCA4 Nos. of Quantity Total Units
LLC Concen- 1 gal of Water Volume Concentra- Units Liquid for Units
tration Plus tion Refill
Anti-freeze or
(%) LLC (L) (Unit) (P/No.) (Unit) (P/No.) (Unit) (Unit)
91.9 WF-2076 23 DCA60L 5 2 93 DCA Unit

Over 50% 2.5 139 1
(139/3.78×2.5 = 91.9 DCA Unit) DCA65L 20 3 (23×1+5×2+20×3)
• Replacing Coolant Filter --- every 1000 hours

DCA4 deteriorates its function after being used for a
long time. Normally replace it every 1000 hours. How-
ever, when the DCA4 concentration is measured:
• Checking Coolant Concentration

1. If a large quantity of coolant was added when repair-
ing the engine or radiator, check the coolant concen-
tration in accordance with Inspection Procedure in
this manual and maintain the proper coolant concen-
tration. (If the total coolant was replaced, conduct the
initial charge in accordance with Item above on this
page.)
2. The coolant concentration may be outside the speci-
fication according to operation conditions or due to an
unexpected failure. Then, it is recommendable to
check the concentration every 500 hours.
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MAINTENANCE
Inspection Procedures of Coolant Concentration
• Check the concentration of DCA4 in coolant using

the inspection kit shown below.
Cummins Hitachi
Name of Kit
Parts No. Parts No.
Inspection Kit CC2602 − 4404083
Contents of the Kit:
Color
Specimen
Plastic Coolant Receiver Pipette Plastic Test Paper Box.

(I) (II) (III)
M162-07-077
• Outline
1. Both A and B reagents are coated on CC2602 test

paper, allowing to measure the color changes on both
A and B reagents.
2. At the same time, one more reagent is coated to eas-
ily determine the antifreeze concentration through
color change. (The antifreeze concentration checked
by this method should be just a guide line. When the
exact antifreeze concentration is required, measure it
using a specified equipment.)
1 2 3 CC2602 Test Paper
A SODIUM NITRITE
Concentration
B SODIUM MOLYBDATE
Concentration
Antifreeze Concentration
M162-07-076
3. Do not use diluted coolant for measurement. Collect

coolant into the attachment beaker. Directly dip the
test paper into the collected coolant. Compare the
reagent color change on the test paper with the color
specimen coated on the test paper box 45 seconds
after desiccating.
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MAINTENANCE
• Precautions for Using CC2602 Test Kit
Maintain coolant temperature to 10 to 54°C while The effective life time of the reagent is printed on
checking. Otherwise, incorrect color change may result. the upper section of the CC2602 container.
Do not use any reagents after the effective life
Compare the reagent color with the color specimen to
time expires.
measure the concentration in daylight.
In case it is difficult to specify the color concentration If the reagent color has changed to light brown or
through the comparison of the reagent color with the pink, avoid using such reagent.
color specimen, adopt the lighter side concentration as a
If the color specimen was spoiled, wipe stain with
safer value.
a cloth. Do not use any soap or solvent.
The reagents provided in the test kit are sensitive to light,
The reagent color continues to change from soon
heat, and excessive moisture so that they should be
after being dipped into coolant and stops after it is
stored in a plastic container. Unless the test papers are
dried up. Therefore, measure the coolant concen-
used, be sure to close the container cover correctly.
tration within the specified time range.
Avoid to expose the test kit to the direct ray of the sun
while storing and maintain the ambient temperature of
the storing place to 32°C or lower.
Concentration Check Table
% GLYCOL/FREEZEPOINT (°F)
25% 33% 40% 50% 60%
+10 +5 0 −5 −10 −20 −30 −45 −60
DCA Unit/3.78L (1 US gal)

(SCA UNITS PER GALLON)
ROW 6 0.0 1.7 2.8 3.1 3.7 4.1 4.9 5.7
ROW 5 0.0 1.7 2.3 2.7 3.1 3.5 4.3 5.1
ROW 4 0.0 1.4 1.8 2.0 2.4 2.8 3.6 4.4
ROW 3 0.0 1.2 1.5 1.7 2.1 2.5 3.3 4.1

(SODIUM
MOLYBDATE ROW 2 0.0 1.0 1.2 1.4 1.8 2.2 3.0 3.8
LEVEL)
ROW 1 0.0 0.6 0.9 1.1 1.5 1.9 2.7 3.5
ROW 0 0.0 0.3 0.6 0.8 1.2 1.6 2.4 3.2
A B C D E F G H
(SODIUM NITRITE LEVEL)
7-78
MAINTENANCE
• How to Use Test Kit
IMPORTANT: Measure time precisely to obtain the

correct test results. Use a stop watch or
watch with a second hand. If the reagent
color change is checked too early or too
late, correct measurement results won’t
be obtained. If coolant is maintained
based on incorrect check data, damage
to the engine may result.
1. Use coolant collected from the radiator or the engine

drain cock for checking. Do not collect coolant from
the reservoir. Wait to cool the collected coolant tem-
perature to 10 to 54°C before checking.
2. As soon as one test paper is taken out of the plastic
container, close the cover correctly. Do not touch the
area coated with the reagent. If the area has already
changed to light brown use another test paper.
3. Dip the test paper into the collected coolant for one
second. After taking up the test paper, desiccate the
extra coolant.
4. Wait 45 seconds. Then, compare the changed re-
agent color on the test paper with the color specimen
and determine the coolant concentration by following
procedures.
(1) Take a record of the anti freeze concentration by
comparing the color on reagent section (1) with
the anti freeze color specimen printed on the test
paper plastic box (III).
(2) Take a record of concentration by comparing the
color on reagent section (2) with the SODIUM
MOLYBDATE color specimen printed on the test
paper plastic box (III).
(3) Take a record of concentration by comparing the
color on reagent section (3) with the SODIUM NI-
TRITE color specimen printed on the test paper
plastic box (III).
5. Complete all color comparison check within 75 sec-
onds after dipping the test paper into the coolant.
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6. In case the reagent color corresponds to that be-
tween the color specimens, take the intermediate
value. If it is difficult to determine which value should
be taken, adopt the lighter color side concentration as
a safer value.
7. Using the concentration check table, find the inter-
section between the recorded SODIUM MO-
LYB-DATE concentration and the SODIUM NITRITE
concentration. This intersection shows the coolant
additive agent concentration per 1 US gal of the
coolant.
8. The colored concentration values in the concentration
check table printed on the test paper box represents
the values to be applied when the LLC concentration
is 50%. When the LLC concentration is 40% or less,
do not determine by color. Determine by figure val-
ues.
9. Record the measured coolant additive agent concen-
tration value on the maintenance record sheet as ref-
erence data when performing next maintenance ser-
vices.
Concentration Check Table
% GLYCOL/FREEZEPOINT (°F)
25% 33% 40% 50% 60%
+10 +5 0 −5 −10 −20 −30 −45 −60
DCA Unit/3.78L (1 US gal)

(SCA UNITS PER GALLON)
ROW 6 0.0 1.7 2.8 3.1 3.7 4.1 4.9 5.7
ROW 5 0.0 1.7 2.3 2.7 3.1 3.5 4.3 5.1
ROW 4 0.0 1.4 1.8 2.0 2.4 2.8 3.6 4.4
ROW 3 0.0 1.2 1.5 1.7 2.1 2.5 3.3 4.1

(SODIUM
MOLYBDATE ROW 2 0.0 1.0 1.2 1.4 1.8 2.2 3.0 3.8
LEVEL)
ROW 1 0.0 0.6 0.9 1.1 1.5 1.9 2.7 3.5
ROW 0 0.0 0.3 0.6 0.8 1.2 1.6 2.4 3.2
A B C D E F G H
(SODIUM NITRITE LEVEL)
7-80
MAINTENANCE
• Checking and Controlling Coolant
Obtain the concentration value from the concentration
check table. Concentration and its control are as follows.
Coolant Additive Agent DCA4 Control Standard
Concentration of Concentration per 1 US gal

Antifreeze or of Coolant Additive Agent Control Method
LLC DCA4
1.5 or less Replace the coolant filter. Add one (1) bottle of DCA60L
(containing 5 DCA units) per 15 L of coolant.
1.5 to 3.0 Perform the normal maintenance service. Replace the coolant
filter every 1000 hours.
3.0 or more Keep using the coolant until concentration is reduced to 3
units without replacing the filter.
50% Use the filter up to the next 1000 hour replacement time. In
case concentration is over 4.0 units, replace the total coolant
and conduct the initial charge in accordance with Item in this
manual.
Necessary DCA4 Volume to Add 2.5 DCA units per 1 US gal (3.785 L) of coolant.
be Added When Replacing
Total Coolant.
IMPORTANT: Water with a lot of impurity or insuffi-

cient quantity of DCA4 will lead to cor-
rosion of cylinder liners, which will re-
sult in engine damage.
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MAINTENANCE
Replace Coolant Filter

Check the DCA4 concentration every 500 hours. (Refer
to page 7-71 for the checking procedure.) If the concen-
tration is lower than the acceptable range, and if the
coolant filter has to be replaced as a result (Refer to
“Concentration Check Table” section on page 7-76.), re-
place the WF-2076 coolant filter, following the procedure
2
below:
WARNING: Do not attempt to loosen coolant filter

(1) until the engine is cool.
IMPORTANT: • Be sure to prepare a container large

enough to collect coolant when re-
placing water filter to avoid ground
contamination and for safety.
• Be sure to tighten the filter by hand. If
any tools are used for tightening,
breakage or deformation of the filter
head may arise. For details other than
filter replacement intervals, refer to
Cummins Engine Operation and
Maintenance Manual.
1. Move shut-off valves knob (2) to the OFF position.

2. Remove filter (1) and discard it.
3. Apply a thin film of lubricating oil to the gasket sealing 1 M18E-07-005
surface prior to installing new filter (1).

4. Position new filter (1) to the filter head.
Tighten until the seal touches the filter head; tighten
an additional one-half to three-fourths turn.
5. Move shut-off valves knob (2) back to the ON posi-
tion.
7-82
MAINTENANCE
Check Fan Belt for Wear --- daily 1
IMPORTANT: Loose fan belt (1) tension may result in

insufficient battery charging, engine
overheating as well as a rapid, abnormal
belt wear. Belts that are too tight, how-
ever, can damage both bearings and
belts.
1. Park the machine on as flat a surface as possible.

Lower the bucket to the ground, pull the pilot control
shut-off lever to the LOCK position, and stop the en-
gine.
2. Visually check fan belt (1) for wear. Ask your author-
ized dealer for belt replacement if necessary.
M18E-07-005
7-83
MAINTENANCE
Change Coolant
--- twice a year (in spring and autumn)
NOTE: Before leaving the Hitachi Factory, the cooling
system is filled with a mixture of water and
Genuine Hitachi Long-Life Coolant.
As long as Genuine Hitachi Long-Life Coolant is 3
used, the service intervals between changing
the coolant is once every two years, or every
4000 hours, whichever comes first.
WARNING: Do not loosen the radiator cap until

the system is cool. Otherwise, hot water and
stream may spout, possibly causing severe burns.
After coolant is cool, loosen the cap slowly to
release all pressure before removing the cap.
M1JB-07-014
1. Park the machine on a solid and level surface. Lower

the bucket to the ground. Stop the engine.
2. Remove cover (3) to access radiator drain cock (1).
3. Remove the radiator cap. Open drain cocks (1), (2) 1
on the radiator and engine block to allow the coolant
to drain completely. Remove impurity such as water
scale at the same time.
4. Close drain cocks (1), (2). Fill the radiator with tap
water and a radiator cleaner agent. Start the engine
and run it at a speed slightly higher than slow idle; M1JB-07-015
when the needle of the temperature gauge reaches

the middle level of while zone, run the engine for
about ten more minutes.
5. Stop the engine and open radiator drain cock (1).
Flush out the cooling system with soft water or tap
water, until draining water is clear. This helps remove
rust and sediment.
6. Close radiator drain cock (1). Fill the radiator with soft
water or tap water. At that time, mix the antifreeze (or
LLC) or anti-rust agent. The concentration of LLC is
50%. Slowly add coolant to avoid mixing air bubbles
in the system.
M18E-07-006
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MAINTENANCE
7. Add 1.5 to 3.0 DCA units per 1 US gal (3.78 L) of
coolant.
8. Start the engine. Sufficiently bleed air from the cooling
system.
9. After adding coolant, operate the engine for several
minutes. Check the coolant level again.
Add coolant if necessary.
7-85
MAINTENANCE
2 1
Clean Radiator Core and Oil Cooler Core
Radiator Outside --- every 500 hours
2
MPa, 2 kgf/cm , 28 psi) to clean radiator core.

fins. When cleaning the radiator core
with high-pressure air or water, keep the
nozzle 200 mm or more away from the
core face in order not to cause any dam-
age.
M183-07-019
Clean both radiator (2) and oil cooler (1) with com-
2
pressed air (Less than 0.2 MPa, 2 kgf/cm , 28 psi) or
water.
Clean Inter Cooler Front Screen

--- every 500 hours
IMPORTANT: When operating the machine in dusty

environment, check the screen every
day for dirt and clogging. If clogged,
remove the screen and clean it.
Clean Oil Cooler Front Screen

--- every 500 hours
IMPORTANT: When operating the machine in dusty

environment, check the screen every
day for dirt and clogging. If clogged,
remove the screen and clean it.
7-86
MAINTENANCE
H. AIR CONDITIONER
Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 250 500 1000 1500 2000
1. Recirculation Air Filter
2. Ventilation Air Filter
3. Check Refrigerant Quantity 1
4. Check Compressor Belt Tension 1
5. Clean Condenser Core 1 Ì
7. Seasonal Maintenance − Preseason (once a year), Off-season (once a week)

Recirculation Air Filter

Clean Air Filter --- as required
2
MPa, 2 kgf/cm , 28 psi) to clean filters.
IMPORTANT: Plugged recirculation or ventilation air

filter will reduce cooling capacity of the
air conditioner. Be sure to clean them
periodically.
1. Remove recirculation air filter (1).

2. Clean recirculation air filter (1) with compressed air
2
(Less than 0.2 MPa, 2 kgf/cm , 28 psi) or a soft brush. 1
M183-01-094
Replace Air Filter --- after cleaning 4 time

Changing interval of recirculation air filter (1) differs de-
pending on environmental conditions.
If the cooling capacity decreases after cleaning recircu-

lation air filter (1), caused by filter plugging, replace it
earlier than the standard interval.
7-87
MAINTENANCE
Ventilation Air Filter 2 1
WARNING:
• Always wear safety glasses or goggles when
using compressed air (Less than 0.2 MPa, 2
2
kgf/cm , 28 psi) to clean filters.
• After installing the filter, check that locks (2)
have been engaged.
IMPORTANT: Plugged recirculation or ventilation air
filter will reduce cooling capacity of the
air conditioner. Be sure to clean them
periodically.
Cleaning --- as required M18E-07-001
1. Remove ventilation air filter (1).

2. Clean ventilation air filter (1) with compressed air
2
(Less than 0.2 MPa, 2 kgf/cm , 28 psi) or a soft brush.
Replacing --- after cleaning 4 time
If the cooling capacity decreases even after cleaning

ventilation air filter (1) due to filter clogging, replace it.
M18E-07-002
1
7-88
MAINTENANCE
Check Refrigerant Quantity

--- every 250 hours
WARNING: DO NOT allow liquid refrigerant to
contact eye or skin. Liquid refrigerant will freeze
eye or skin on contact. Be careful not to loosen
connections in the air conditioner circuit.
IMPORTANT: • Do not operate the compressor with-

2
out refrigerant in the air conditioning
circuit, as doing so may damage them.
• Do not overcharge the system with
refrigerant to avoid dangerous high
pressure and low cooling effect.
Insufficient refrigerant quantity lowers cooling effect of

the air conditioner. Check the refrigerant quantity 1
through sight glass (2) on liquid tank (1) (three pieces).
M18J-07-009
1. Start the engine and run at fast idle speed.

2. Turn the air conditioner switch ON and blower fan
speed to the high speed.
3. Press temperature control switch repeatedly until the
air temperature is maximum cool.
4. Check the refrigerant quantity through sight glass.
Refrigerant
Quantity Sight Glass
Almost clear. Gas bubbles may be seen but will dis-appear by

Appropriate
changing engine speed.
M114-07-090
A steady stream of gas bubbles is seen in the liquid flowing from

Insufficient
the receiver-dryer.
M114-07-091
Scarce No bubbles but misty.
M114-07-092
5. If the refrigerant level is low, consult your authorized

dealer.
Ä Refrigerant --- R134a (HFC 134a)
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MAINTENANCE
Check Compressor Belt Tension

1 4
--- every 250 hours
19 to 22 mm
(0.75 to 0.87 in.)
Visually check belt for wear. Replace if necessary. Check 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbf)
belt tension by depressing (3) the midpoint between
accessory drive (2) and compressor pulleys (1) with the
thumb. Deflection (4) must be 19 to 22 mm (0.75 to 0.87 in) 3
at a depressing force of approximately 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbf).
If tension is not within specifications, loosen the bolts for

the compressor mounting bracket to adjust belt tension.
2
M113-07-071
Clean Condenser Core

--- every 500 hours
gles when using compressed air to clean con-
denser core.

condenser fins.
Open the cover. Condenser (5) is located in series with the

oil cooler. Clean the condenser core with water or steam.
5 M18J-07-009
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MAINTENANCE
Check Tightening Torque

--- every 250 hours
--- (first time after 50 hours)
Check the tightness of mounting bolts, hose connections
and fittings after first 50 hours then every 250 hours.
Tighten to torque specifications if any are loose.
Torque Specifications for Hose Connections:

Connecting Tube Size or Bolt Tightening Torque
Parts Size Nxm (kgfxm) (lbf⋅ft)
8 mm Dia Tube 12 to 15 (1.2 to 1.5) (8.7 to 10.5)
Nut Type 1/2 in. Dia Tube 20 to 25 (2 to 2.5) (14.5 to 18)
5/8 in. Dia Tube 30 to 35 (3 to 3.5) (21.5 to 25.5)
Receiver
4 to 7 (0.4 to 0.7) (14.5 to 21.5)
M6 Bolt (4T)
Block Joint
Others
8 to 12 (0.8 to 1.2) (5.8 to 8.7)
M6 Bolt (6T)
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MAINTENANCE
Seasonal Maintenance
--- preseason (once a year)
--- off-season (once a week)
WARNING: Do not attempt to loosen connections
in air conditioning circuit when the air
conditioner malfunctions. Doing so may cause
high pressure gas to spout, resulting in serious
injury. Consult your authorized dealer
immediately.
Preseason maintenance
Prior to the season, consult your authorized dealer

for maintenance of the air conditioner in order to
operate it in good condition during the season.
This maintenance includes replenishment of

refrigerant, inspection and replacing (if necessary) of
inner and outer air filters, line connections, pressure
switches and inspection and cleaning of evaporator.
Off-season maintenance
1. Operate the compressor once a week at low speed

for several minutes in order to maintain its parts in
well lubricated condition. Be sure to run the engine at
slow idle and air temperature to MEDIUM COOL. This
operation also prevents refrigerant leakage caused by
a dried up shaft seal.
2. Check for refrigerant leakage. If the refrigerant level is
low during off-season, rust will form inside the circuit.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove compressor belt from the

compressor during off-season.
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MAINTENANCE
I. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: Improper radio communication

equipment and associated parts, and/or
improper installation of radio
communication equipment effects the
machine's electronic parts, causing
involuntary movement of the machine.
Also, improper installation of electrical
equipment’s may cause machine failure
and/or a fire on the machine.
Be sure to consult your authorized
dealer when installing a radio
communication equipment or additional
electrical parts, or when replacing
electrical parts.
Never attempt to disassemble or modify

the electrical/electronic components. If
replacement or modification of such
components is required, contact your
authorized dealer.
Batteries
WARNING: Battery gas can explode. Keep sparks
and flames away from batteries. Use a flashlight
to check the battery electrolyte level.
Do not continue to use or charge the battery

when electrolyte level is lower than specified.
Explosion of the battery may result.
Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is poisonous. It
is strong enough to burn skin, eat holes in
clothing, and cause blindness if splashed into the
eyes.
Avoid hazard by: SA-036

• Filling batteries in a well-ventilated area.
• Wearing eye protection and rubber gloves.
• Avoiding breathing fumes when electrolyte is
added.
• Avoiding spilling or dripping electrolyte.
• Using proper booster battery starting
procedures.
If you spill acid on yourself:
• Flush your skin with water.
• Apply baking soda or lime to help neutralize the
acid.
• If splashed in eyes, flush with water for 10 to 15
minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
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MAINTENANCE
If acid is swallowed:
• Drink large amounts of water or milk.
• Then drink milk of magnesia, beaten eggs, or
vegetable oil.
• Get medical attention immediately.
IMPORTANT: Add water to batteries in freezing

weather before you begin operating your
machine for the day, or else charge the
batteries.
IMPORTANT: If the battery is used with the electrolyte

level lower than the specified lower level,
the battery may deteriorate quickly.
IMPORTANT: Do not refill electrolyte more than the

specified upper level. Electrolyte may
spill, damaging the painted surfaces
and/or corroding other machine parts.
NOTE: In case electrolyte is refilled more than the

specified upper level line or beyond the bottom
end of the sleeve, remove the excess
electrolyte until the electrolyte level is down to
the bottom end of the sleeve using a pipette.
After neutralizing the removed electrolyte with
sodium bicarbonate, flush it with plenty of water,
otherwise, consult the battery manufacturer.
7-94
MAINTENANCE
Electrolyte Level Check---once a month
1. Check the electrolyte level at least once a month.
2. Park the machine on level ground and stop the
engine.
Filler Plug
3. Check the electrolyte level.
3.1 When checking the level from the battery side:
Clean around the level check lines with a wet towel.
Don’t use a dry towel. Static electricity may be
developed, causing the battery gas to explode. U.L (Upper Level)
Check if the electrolyte level is between U.L (Upper
L.L (Lower Level)
Level) and L.L (Lower Level). In case the electrolyte
M146-07-109
level is lower than the middle level between the U.L
and L.L, immediately refill distilled water or
commercial battery fluid. Be sure to refill with Filler Port
distilled water before recharging (operating the
machine). After refilling, securely tighten the filler
plug.
Sleeve
3.2 When impossible to check the level from the battery Upper Level
side or no level check mark is indicated on the side: Lower Level
After removing the filler plug from the top of the Separator Top
battery. Check the electrolyte level by viewing Proper M146-07-110
through the filler port. It is difficult to judge the Since the electrolyte surface touches the bottom end of
accurate electrolyte level in this case. Therefore, the sleeve, the electrolyte surface is raised due to surface
when the electrolyte level is flush with the U.L, the tension so that the electrode ends are seen curved.
level is judged to be proper. Then, referring to the M146-07-111
right illustrations, check the level. When the Lower
electrolyte level is lower than the bottom end of the When the electrolyte surface is lower than the bottom end
of the sleeve, the electrode ends are seen straight.
sleeve, refill with distilled water or commercial
battery fluid up to the bottom end of the sleeve. Be
M146-07-112
sure to refill with distilled water before recharging
(operating the machine). After refilling, securely
tighten the filler plug.
3.3 When an indicator is available to check the level,
follow its check result.
4. Always keep around the battery terminals clean to
prevent battery discharge. Check terminals for loose
and/or rust. Coat terminals with grease or petroleum
jelly to prevent corrosion build up.
M409-07-072
7-95
MAINTENANCE
Check electrolyte specific gravity---once a month
WARNING: Battery gas can explode. Keep sparks If you spill acid on yourself:
and flames away from batteries. Use a flashlight • Flush your skin with water.
to check the battery electrolyte level. • Apply baking soda or lime to help
neutralize the acid.
Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is poisonous. It
is strong enough to burn skin, eat holes in • If splashed in eyes, flush with water for
clothing, and cause blindness if splashed into the 10 to 15 minutes. Get medical attention
eyes. immediately.
If acid is swallowed:
Never check the battery charge by placing a metal
• Drink large amounts of water or milk.
object across the posts. Use a voltmeter or
hydrometer. • Then drink milk of magnesia, beaten
eggs, or vegetable oil.
Always remove the grounded (−) battery clamp • Get medical attention immediately.
first and replace it last.
Avoid hazard by: IMPORTANT: Check the specific gravity of the
• Filling batteries in a well-ventilated area. electrolyte after it is cooled, not
immediately after operation.
• Wearing eye protection and rubber gloves.
• Avoiding breathing fumes when electrolyte is Check the electrolyte specific gravity in each
added. battery cell.
The lowest limit of the specific gravity for the
• Avoiding spilling or dripping electrolyte. electrolyte varies depending on electrolyte
• Using proper booster battery starting temperature. The specific gravity should be kept
procedures. within the range shown below. Charge the battery
if the specific gravity is below the limit.
Recommended range of specific gravity by electrolyte temperature
104°F 40°C
68°F 20°C Working range
Fluid temp.
32°F 0°C
–4°F –20°C
–40°F –40°C
1.21 1.22 1.23 1.24 1.25 1.26 1.27 1.28 1.29 1.30 1.31 1.32
Specific gravity of battery fluid
Replace Batteries
Your machine has four 12-volt batteries with negative (−)
ground.
If one of four batteries in a 24-volt system has failed but the
other are still good, replace all the batteries together with
new ones of the same type. For example, replace a failed
maintenance-free battery with a new maintenance-free
battery. Different types of batteries may have different rates
of charge. This difference could overload one of the
batteries and cause it to fail.
7-96
MAINTENANCE
Replacing Fuses --- as required Fuse Box 1 Fuse Box 2
If any electrical equipment fails to operate, first check the

fuses. The fuse box is located in the rear cover installed on
the rear in the cab. A fuse location/specification decal is
attached to the fuse box cover.
Remove the fuse box cover by lifting it upward. Spare fuses

are located on the underside of the cover.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to install fuses with correct

amperage ratings to prevent electrical
system damage due to overload.
M1J1-01-021
FUSE BOX1
10- BACK LIGHT 10A 20- ROOM LAMP 5A 10 20
9- SAFETY RELAY 5A 19- LIGHTER 10A 9 19
8- OPT. 6 10A 18- HORN 10A 8 18
7- OPT. 5 10A 17- RADIO 5A 7 17
6- 12 V UNIT 15A 16- PUMP. M. AR. 5A 6 16

5- MCF PWM 20A 15- AUTO LUB. 15A 5 15
4- TRAVEL AR. 5A 14- HEATER 20A 4 14
3- STOP SOL. 5A 13- WIPER 20A 3 13

2 12
2- AIRCON 5A 12- LIGHT 2 20A
1 11
1- BATT. RELAY 5A 11- LIGHT 1 20A
FUSE BOX2 M1GR-01-003
30- DLU/DL. 5A 40- SAT. MAIN 5A

29- OPT. 1 20A 39- RADIO BU 5A
30 40
28- OPT. 2 20A 38- ENTRANCE 5A
29 39
27- OPT. 3 10A 37- SAT. POW. ON 5A
28 38
26- OPT. 4 10A 36- MMS POW. ON 5A
27 37
25- DLU MAIN 5A 35- DLU POW.ON 5A
24- MON. ICF MAIN 5A 34- MON.ICF POE.ON 5A 26 36
25 35
23- MCF MAIN 5A 33- MCF POW. ON 5A
24 34
22- MMS MAIN 5A 32- ECM POW. ON 5A
23 33
21- ECM MAIN 15A 31- PREHEAT. 5A
22 32
21 31
M1GR-01-003
7-97
MAINTENANCE
Slow Blow Fuse
Slow blow fuses are located inside battery room between 4 3 2 1 5
the batteries and key switch, and the battery relay and
fuse box.
Slow blow fuse protects electric main circuit against
excessive current.
If slow blow fuse is melted and disconnected by short
circuit, see your authorized dealer.
Slow Blow Fuse Connection Table
Fuse No. 6 8 7
T183-01-02-015
1 45A Key Switch
Fuse box ; Fuse No. 1, 2 to 21
2 75A Fuse box ; Fuse No. 11 to 14, 24
3 75A Fuse box ; Fuse No. 4 to 9, 25, 26
4 45A Stop Solenoid Relay
5 250A Starter Relay
6 100A Alternator
7 125A Air Heater Relay 2
8 125A Air Heater Relay 1
7-98
MAINTENANCE
Power Source Terminal
• 12 Volts Terminal
1. Remove cover (1) located behind the operator’s seat. 1

2. Power (12 volts) is available by connecting to the
terminal. The allowable current is 5 amperes.
M18J-07-012
M18J-07-013
7-99
MAINTENANCE
Check Electrical Cables and Wire Harnesses

for Short Circuits
WARNING: Short circuits can cause fires that
may result in serious injury.
1. Park the machine on a solid, level surface. Lower the

bucket to the ground. Stop the engine. Remove key
from the key switch. Pull the pilot control shut-off lever
to the LOCK position.
2. Clean and tighten all electrical connections.
3. Check before each shift or after ten (10) hours of
operation for loose, kinked, hardened or frayed
electrical cables and wires.
Check before each shift or after ten (10) hours of
missing or damaged terminal caps.
DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE if cable or wire are
loose, kinked, etc.
Check cables and harnesses at the check points

indicated below for damage that may result in future
short circuits. If any abnormalities are found, replace,
retighten or reconnect them, as shown in Table 1.
4. Tighten, repair or replace any loose or damaged
electrical cables, wires, and terminal caps before
operating the machine.
7-100
MAINTENANCE
Table 1. Electrical Cables and Wire Harnesses
Interval
Check Points Abnormalities Remedies
(hours)
Daily Wire harnesses Degree of hardening Replace
and cables (1) 1
Cracks Replace
Worn tape Replace
Contact with part edge Replace
Missing cap (harness terminal) Replace
M115-07-152
Loose screw terminal Retighten
Damaged at the contacting part with Replace
clamps
Lead wires of sen- Degree of hardening Replace
sor and solenoid 2
Cracks Replace
valve (2)
Worn tape Replace
M115-07-153
Connector (3) Degree of Hardening Replace
Loose locking Lock 3
Damaged and crushed parts Replace
Loose or worn part Replace
Terminal and ter- Degree of hardening of cover Replace M115-07-154
minal cover (4)

Cracks Replace 4
Worn cover Replace
Missing cover Replace
Loose locking Reconnect
M115-07-155
Clamps of the har- Missing Replace
nesses or connec-
Clamping positions Correcting
tors (5) 5
Damage Replace
NOTE: Refer to the illustrations in Fig. 1 for each check point location.
Replace the damaged parts with genuine Hitachi parts. M115-07-156
Fig. 1
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MAINTENANCE
J. MISCELLANEOUS
Interval (hours)
Parts Quantity
10 50 100 250 500 1000 2000
1. Check Bucket Teeth 6
2. Change Bucket 1 As required
Check 1
3. Seat Belt
Replacement 1 At least once every 3 years
4. Check Windshield Fluid Level 1 As required
5. Check and Adjust Track Sag 2
6. Auto-Lubrication System 1
8. Check O-ring in Bucket Joints −
.
M183-01-058
7
2
8 1
5 6
M18J-03-001
7-102
MAINTENANCE
Check Bucket Teeth --- daily 2

1
Backhoe
Check the bucket teeth for wear and looseness
Replace teeth if tooth wear exceeds the designated ser-
vice limit shown below.
Dimension A in mm (in)
Dimension A mm (ft, in.) M18C-07-073
Parts No.
New Limit of Use
Backhoe (Std.) 4255718 315 (1′ 0″) 153 (6″) 1
Backhoe 2
4406319 359 (1′ 2″) 175 (7″)
(BE,Rock)
Replacing Procedure
Removal 3
Jig
WARNING: Guard against injury from flying
pieces of metal. Wear goggles or safety glasses. M113-07-102
1. Preparations for removing tooth point.

Hit the left and right top ends and the left and right
lugs of tooth point (1) alternately with hammer to
knock off pebbles, soil, etc., stuck in the gap between
tooth point (1) and adapter (2).
2. Removing the lock pin.
Remove pebbles, dirt, etc., completely from the gap
between lock pin (3) and adapter (2).
M113-07-103
Place pin-removing special tool on the top end of lock
3
pin (3) and hit it with hammer to remove lock pin (3).
When driving out the pin, first hit with shorter jig. 2
3. When top end of lock pin (3) comes to the upper end
position of the lug of tooth point (1), use the longer
special tool to remove lock pin (3).
4. Removing the tooth point
Turn tooth point (1) to the left and pull it toward you to
remove it.
1 3
M113-07-104
M113-07-105
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Installation
2
1. Mounting tooth point (1)
Clean the top end of adapter (2) nose. If pebbles, dirt,
etc., are stuck to adapter (2) nose, tooth point (1) will
not insert properly and lock pin (3) cannot be driven
in. 1
Also check that lock pin has no cracks.
Insert tooth point (1) slowly while turning it to the

right.
M113-07-106
2. Insert lock pin (3).

Be sure to check the direction of lock pin (3).
3. With tooth point (1) fully inserted onto adaptor (2), tap M113-07-107
lock pin (3) into tooth point (1) with a hammer until 3
the top of lock pin (3) comes flat with tooth point (1).
M113-07-108
M113-07-109
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Loading Shovel
Check bucket teeth for wear and looseness
Replace teeth if tooth wear exceeds the designated
service limit shown below.
Dimension A in mm (ft⋅in)
Dimension A mm (ft⋅in) Small holes
Part No. appear WRONG
New Limit of use RIGHT
4484175 440 (1′ 5″) 236 (9.3″) M112-07-089
IMPORTANT: Be sure to replace a tooth point before

its wear exceeds the limit as the
exposed adapter nose caused by the
worn point is worn out quickly, resulting
in tooth point breakage or slipping off.
A
Datum Surface
M112-07-090
Replacing procedure
WARNING: Guard against injury from flying

pieces of metal. Wear goggles or safety glasses,
and safety equipment appropriate to the job.
1. Use a hammer and pin removing tool to drive out

locking pin.
2. Remove the tooth point.
NOTE: Use thick gloves. M112-07-091
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3. Check the pin lock and rubber lock for wear or cracks
and replace with a new one if necessary.
Service Limits 1/3T
(a) Pin lock
T
The wear limit of the pin lock is 1/3 the tooth
point thickness, as illustrated in the right fig-
ure. Earlier replacement of the pin lock is
recommended.
(b) Rubber lock M112-07-092
When a tooth point is removed, and if steel
Inapplicable
balls in the rubber lock come off or seem
ready to come off, this indicates that the rub-
ber lock has reached its service limit. Replace
it with a new one. Rubber is torn and When pushed with a
steel balls are apt finger steel balls move
to come off. inward.
4. Check that the nose and tooth point joint surfaces are
free from extrusions like scale, flush and so on. If
found, remove extrusions from them with a putty
knife, wire brush or chisel.
M112-07-093
5. Insert the rubber lock into the nose hole.
Nose
IMPORTANT: Do not apply grease onto the rubber

lock. If grease is applied, the pin lock
will slip out.
Putty Knife
Rubber Lock M112-07-094
Nose
M112-07-095
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6. Install the tooth point onto the nose.
7. Drive in pin locks M112-07-096

Push the tooth point onto the nose as illustrated.
Pin Lock
Drive in the pin lock with a sledge hammer. Push
NOTE: Drive in the pin lock from the top until it is 4 to 5

mm below the tooth point surface. Then, hit it
up from the reverse side to flatten both ends. If
this process is not followed correctly, the rubber
lock and pin lock may easily be knocked off M112-07-097
pitch. Tooth Point
When the pin lock is hard to drive in, tap the tip end of
the tooth point from A direction a few times. Then try to
drive in the pin lock again. After the pin lock is seated, B
tap the tip end of the tooth point from direction B to A
Pin Lock
check if the pin lock is securely seated.
M112-07-098
IMPORTANT: When the tooth point comes in contact
with the pin lock, as shown in the right Tooth Point Pin Lock
figure, the service life of the nose has
finished. Consult your authorized Hi-
tachi dealer.
M112-07-099
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Change Bucket (Backhoe)

O-Ring Shift
WARNING: When driving the connecting pins in
or out, guard against injury from flying pieces of
metal or debris; wear goggles or safety glasses,
and safety equipment appropriate to the job.
1. Park the machine on a level surface. Lower the

bucket to the ground and position it with the flat sur- Bucket Boss
face resting on the ground. Be sure the bucket will
not roll when the pins are removed.
Link
2. Slide the O-rings out of the way, as shown.
B
3. Remove bucket pins A and B to separate the arm and
bucket. Clean the pins and pin bores. Apply sufficient A
grease to the pins and pin bores.
4. Align the arm and alternate bucket. Be sure the
bucket will not roll.
5. Install bucket pins A and B.
6. Install the locking pins and snap ring on pins A and B. M104-07-063
7. Adjust bucket linkage clearance for pins A. See ad-

justing bucket linkage clearance procedure.
8. Apply grease to pin joints A and B.
9. Start the engine and run at slow idle. Slowly operate
the bucket in both directions to check for any inter-
ference in bucket movement. Do not operate a ma-
chine that has any movement interference. Correct
interference problem.
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Check and Replace Seat Belt

Check --- daily
Replace --- every 3 years
Always maintain the seat belt in a functional condition and
replace when necessary to ensure proper performance.
1
2
Prior to operating the machine, thoroughly examine belt (1),
buckle (2) and attaching hardware (3). If any item is dam-
aged or materially worn, replace the seat belt or compo-
nent before operating the machine.
3
We recommend that the seat belt be replaced every three
years regardless of its apparent condition.
M1U1-07-008
2 1
Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level 3

--- as required
Remove cap (4) and check fluid in windshield washer tank
under the floor plate.
If the fluid level is low, remove cap (4) and add fluid via the
opening.
M1U1-07-009
During winter season, use all season windshield washer
which will not freeze.
M18J-07-014
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Check Track Sag --- every 50 hours
Swing the upperstructure 90° and lower the bucket to raise

the track off the ground as shown.
Keep the angle between the boom and arm 90 to 110°

and position the bucket’s round side on the ground. Place
blocks under the machine frame to support the machine.
Rotate the raised track in reverse two full rotations and
then forward two full rotations. (A)
Measure distance (A) at the middle of the track frame from

the bottom of the track frame to the back face of the track M113-07-083
shoe.
Track sag specification xxxxx 530 to 590 mm (1′ 9″ to 1′ 11″)
NOTE: Check track sag after thoroughly removing soil

stuck on the track area by washing.
Adjust Track Sag

Precautions for Adjusting Track Sag
1. If track sag is not within specifications, loosen or
tighten the track following the procedures shown on
the next page.
2. When adjusting track sag, lower the bucket to the
ground to raise one track off the ground.
Repeat this procedure to raise the other track.
Each time, be sure to place blocks under the ma-
chine frame to support the machine.
3. After adjusting track sag of both tracks, move the
machine back and forth several times.
4. Check track sag again. If track sag is not within
specifications, repeat adjustment until correct sag is
obtained.
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Loosen the Track 1
2
WARNING: Do not loosen valve (1) quickly or

loosen it too much as high-pressure grease in
the adjusting cylinder may spout out. Loosen
carefully, keeping body parts and face away from
valve (1).
Never loosen grease fitting (2).
IMPORTANT: When gravel or mud is packed between

sprockets and track links, remove it be-
fore loosening.
M116-07-093
1. To loosen the track, slowly turn valve (1) counter-

clockwise using long socket 24 mm; grease will es-
cape from the grease outlet.
2. Between 1 to 1.5 turns of valve (1) is sufficient to
1
loosen the track. 2
3. If grease does not drain smoothly, slowly rotate the
raised track.
4. When proper track sag is obtained, turn valve (1)
clockwise and tighten to 90 Nxm (9 kgfxm, 65 lbfxft).
Tighten the Track

Grease Outlet
WARNING: It is abnormal if the track remains
tight after turning valve (1) counterclockwise or if M17F-07-002
the track is still loose after charging grease to fit-

ting (2). In such cases, NEVER ATTEMPT TO DIS-
ASSEMBLE the track or track adjuster, because
of dangerous high-pressure grease inside the
track adjuster. See your authorized dealer imme-
diately.
To tighten the track, connect a grease gun to grease fitting

(2) and add grease until the sag is within specifications.
Replace the Track
WARNING: Special training and expertise are

needed to replace the track.
NEVER ATTEMPT to replace the track yourself.
Be sure to ask your authorized dealer for track
replacement.
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Auto-Lubrication System
1
The machine is equipped with an optional lubrication
system which automatically greases the front joint pins.
NOTE: Automatic greasing is not applied to the back-

hoe bucket pins and swing bearing. Manually
grease these fittings. (See “A. GREASING” in
the MAINTENANCE section.)
1. Automatic Greasing
IMPORTANT: • The auto lubrication system does not 2 M111-07-011
operate unless switch (1) located on

To Distributed Valve
the grease pump is turned ON. If the
AUTO
system fails to operate, be sure to
check if switch (1) is turned ON.
• Confirm that lubrication mode indica- MANUAL
tor (4) shows AUTO position before
turning auto/manual selector valve
lever (2) to the AUTO position. If lu- From Grease
brication mode indicator (4) shows Pump
MANUAL position, auto lubrication in-
dicator (5), located on the monitor, will
come on and the lubricator will con-
tinuously send grease (for a certain
length of time), resulting in over- To Hose Reel
M18J-07-024
charging.
(1) Pull auto/manual selector valve lever (2), located

inside the battery compartment, to the AUTO posi-
tion.
3
(2) Push lubrication mode switch (3), located on the
right console, to the AUTO position.
M1J1-03-001
4
M18J-07-015
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(3) Press F1 key (7) on the monitor to display main
menu screen. Select automatic greasing interval
by using keys 1and 2. The machine shipped from
the factory is set with an interval of 15 minutes.
Select the automatic greasing interval for your re-
quest. Auto lubrication indicator (5), located on the
monitor, will come on if any of the following trouble
occurs in the auto-lubrication line. Troubleshoot
the auto-lubrication line in the order stated below.
• Grease can is empty.

If indicator (5) comes ON, first check if the
grease can is empty. Replace the grease can
as necessary. 7 M18J-07-016E
• Lubrication mode switch (3) is in the MANUAL
position.
Check if lubrication mode indicator shows
AUTO position. If not, change AUTO position
using lubrication mode switch (3).
• Distribution valves and/or greasing lines are re-
stricted.
If indicator (5) still does not go OFF, the prob-
able cause is a restriction in the distribution
valves and/or in the greasing lines. Stop auto
lubrication and manually grease the fittings.
Contact your authorized dealer for further in-
spection and repair.
M18J-07-017E
NOTE: Auto lubrication indicator (5) comes ON for ap- 4
proximately 2 seconds when the key switch is
turned to the ON position. If not, replace the
bulb.
IMPORTANT: After the day’s operation, release the

remaining pressure from the grease
pump to protect it from being damaged,
as follows; 5
(4) Loosen check valve (6) or pull the grease gun to

release the remaining pressure from the grease
pump and hose on the hose reel. Some pressur-
ized grease will come out from the check valve or
M18J-07-015
from the grease gun.
M111-07-011
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2. Manual Greasing
1
The lubricator is used in manual greasing. Manual 6
greasing is used to grease the bucket pins, swing bear-
ing, and to adjust track sag. It is also used to grease
front joint pins in case the auto lubrication system fails.
See “A. GREASING” in the MAINTENANCE section for
greasing the bucket pins and swing bearing. See “J.
MISCELLANEOUS” in the MAINTENANCE section.
IMPORTANT: Manual greasing cannot be performed

unless switch (1) located on the grease M111-07-011
pump is turned ON. If manual greasing
cannot be performed, be sure to check if
switch (1) is turned ON.
AUTO
2
(1) Turn on switch (1) located on the grease pump.

MANUAL
(2) Push down auto/manual selector valve lever (2),
located inside the greasing compartment, to the
MANUAL position.
(3) Push lubrication mode switch (3), located on the
left console, until lubrication mode indicator shows
the MANUAL position. Auto lubrication indicator (5),
located on the monitor, will come ON. This is nor-
mal.
M18J-07-025
NOTE: Lighting of auto lubrication indicator means that

the auto lubrication system is deactivated be-
cause lubrication mode switch (3) is turned to
the MANUAL position.
3
M1J1-03-001
4
M18J-07-015
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(4) Use the lubricator and grease gun to add grease
to each greasing point.
NOTE: • See “A. GREASING” in the MAINTENANCE 6

section for how to use the lubricator.
• Greasing points, other than bucket pins,
swing bearing, and track adjusters, can be lu-
bricated via the fittings provided on the
greasing blocks located between the distribu-
tion valves and each greasing point.
IMPORTANT: After the day’s operation, release the

remaining pressure from the grease
pump to protect it from being damaged,
as follows: M111-07-011
(5) Push lubrication mode switch (3) until lubrication

mode indicator (4) shows OFF position.
(6) Loosen check valve (6) or pull the grease gun to
3
release the remaining pressure from the grease
pump and hose on the hose reel. Some pressur-
ized grease will come out from the check valve or
from the grease gun.
M1J1-03-001
4
M18J-01-004
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Check Tightening Torque of Bolts and Nuts

--- every 250 hours (first time after 50 hours)
Check tightness after first 50 hours then every 250 hours.
Tighten to torque shown if any are loose. Bolts and nuts
should be replaced with the same or higher grade.
IMPORTANT: Check and tighten bolts and nuts using

a torque wrench.
Torque Specifications
Bolt Dia Wrench Torque
No. Descriptions Q’ty
mm Size (mm) Nxm (kgfxm) (lbfxft)
Engine cushion rubber mounting bolt (F) 22 2 32 750 (75) (540)
1
Engine cushion rubber mounting bolt (R) 33 2 50 2600 (260) (1880)
2 Engine bracket mounting bolt (R) 27 12 41 1050 (105) (760)
3 Radiator mounting bolt 27 4 41 1050 (105) (760)
4 Hydraulic oil tank mounting bolt 20 8 30 550 (55) (400)
5 Fuel tank mounting bolt 24 8 36 950 (95) (690)
7
1 − 16 − 12UNF 41 210 (21) (152)
6 ORS fittings for hydraulic hoses and piping 11
1 − 16 − 12UNF 50 350 (35) (255)
1
7 Pump transmission mounting bolt 2 − 13 UNC 19 120 (12) (87)
Pump mounting bolt (Main) 20 12 Hexagonbar wrench 17 400 (40) (290)
8
Pump mounting bolt (Fan) 16 4 Hexagonbar wrench 14 210 (21) (152)
9 Gear pump mounting bolt 14 2 22 140 (14) (101)
10 Control valve mounting bolt (Main) 20 4 30 400 (40) (290)
Control valve mounting bolt (Swing) 16 3 24 270 (27) (195)
11 Swing device mounting bolt 27 16×2 41 1400 (140) (1010)
12 Swing motor mounting bolt 12 12×2 19 90 (9) (65)
13 Battery mounting bolt 12 2 19 35 (3.5) (26)
14 Cab mounting bolt 16 6 24 210 (21) (152)
15 Cab-bed mounting bolt 12 27 19 110 (11) (81)
16 Swing bearing mounting bolt to upperstructure 36 52 55 2800 (280) (2030)
Swing bearing mounting bolt to undercarriage 36 50 55 2800 (280) (2030)
17 Travel device mounting bolt 27 52 41 1400 (140) (1010)
18 Travel motor mounting bolt 18 8 27 300 (30) (215)
19 Sprocket mounting bolt 27 60 41 1400 (140) (1010)
20 Upper roller mounting bolt 22 24 32 750 (75) (540)
21 Lower roller mounting bolt 27 64 41 1400 (140) (1010)
22 Track shoe mounting bolt 33 392 41 3500 (350) (2230)
23 Track guard mounting bolt 27 28 41 1400 (140) (1010)
24 Side frame mounting bolt 42 52 65 4000 (400) (2890)
25 Counterweight mounting bolt 45 8 65 4000 (400) (2890)
26 Oil cooler mounting bolt 24 12 36 950 (95) (690)
Front pin lock bolt (Loading shovel)
A Front pin lock bolt 20 14 30 400 (40) (290)
27 B Bucket pin lock bolt 20 4 *17 400 (40) (290)
C Bucket pin lock bolt 16 18 24 270 (27) (195)
D Bucket pin lock bolt 12 6 19 90 (9) (65)
Front pin lock bolt (Backhoe)
28 A Front pin lock bolt 20 12 30 400 (40) (290)
B Stopper bolt 20 12 30 400 (40) (290)
29 Side cutter mounting bolt 33 12 50 2600 (260) (1880)
NOTE: * Hexagonal socket wrench
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Tightening Torque Chart
Hexagon
Wrench
Bolt Dia. Wrench
Size
Size M552-07-091 M552-07-090 M157-07-225
Socket Bolt
Nxm (kgfxm) (lbfxft) Nxm (kgfxm) (lbfxft) Nxm (kgfxm) (lbfxft)
M8 13 6 30 (3.0) (22) 20 (2.0) (15) 10 (1.0) (7.4)
M10 17 8 65 (6.5) (48) 50 (5.0) (37) 20 (2.0) (15)
M12 19 10 110 (11) (81) 90 (9) (66) 35 (3.5) (26)
M14 22 12 180 (18) (135) 140 (14) (103) 55 (5.5) (41)
M16 24 14 270 (27) (200) 210 (21) (155) 80 (8.0) (59)
M18 27 14 400 (40) (295) 300 (30) (220) 120 (12) (89)
M20 30 17 550 (55) (410) 400 (40) (295) 170 (17) (125)
M22 32 17 750 (75) (550) 550 (55) (410) 220 (22) (160)
M24 36 19 950 (95) (700) 700 (70) (520) 280 (28) (205)
M27 41 19 1400 (140) (1030) 1050 (105) (770) 400 (40) (295)
M30 46 22 1950 (195) (1440) 1450 (145) (1070) 550 (55) (410)
M33 50 24 2600 (260) (1920) 1950 (195) (1440) 750 (75) (550)
M36 55 27 3200 (320) (2360) 2450 (245) (1810) 950 (95) (700)
IMPORTANT: Make sure bolt and nut threads are clean

before installing.
Apply lubricant (e. g. white zinc B solved
into spindle oil) to bolts and nuts to sta-
bilize their friction coefficient.
NOTE: Tightening torque required is shown in Nxm.
For example, when tightening a bolt or nut with
a wrench of 1 m length, turning the end of it
with a force of 120 N, the torque produced will
be:
1 m ×120 N = 120 Nxm
To produce the same torque with a wrench of

0.25 m:
0.25 m × N = 120 Nxm
Necessary force will be:

120 Nxm ÷ 0.25 m = 480 N
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1. Engine cushion rubber mounting bolts.
(Front)
Tool: 32 mm
Torque: 750 Nxm (75 kgfxm, 540 lbf⋅ft)
(Rear) M183-07-026
Tool: 50 mm
M183-07-027
2. Engine bracket mounting bolts.

(Rear)
Tool: 41 mm
M183-07-027
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3. Radiator mounting bolts
Tool: 41 mm
M142-07-059
4. Hydraulic oil tank mounting bolts.

Tool: 30 mm
M183-07-028
5. Fuel tank mounting bolts.

Tool: 36 mm
M18J-07-018
M18J-07-019
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6. ORS fittings for hydraulic hoses and piping.
Tool: 41 mm
M142-07-060
Tool: 50 mm
M142-07-061
7. Pump transmission mounting bolts

Tool: 19 mm
M18J-07-004
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8. Pump mounting bolts (A).
8-A
Main
Tool: Hexagonbar wrench 17 mm
Torque: 400 Nxm (40 kgfxm, 290 lbfxft)
Fan
Tool: Hexagonbar wrench 14 mm
8-B M18J-07-004
9. Gear pump mounting bolts (A).

Tool: 22 mm
9 M18J-07-004
10. Control valve mounting bolts.

Main
Tool: 30 mm
Main
Swing
Tool: 24 mm
Swing
M183-07-031
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11. Swing device mounting bolts.
Tool: 41 mm
M142-07-062
12. Swing motor mounting bolts.
Tool: 19 mm
M142-07-062
13. Battery mounting bolts.

Tool: 19 mm
Torque: 35 Nxm (3.5 kgfxm, 26 lbfxft)
M183-07-024
14. Cab mounting bolts

Tool: 24 mm
M18J-07-020
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15. Cab-bed mounting bolts
Tool: 19 mm
M18J-07-021
16. Retighten swing bearing mounting bolts (A) to

upperstructure.
Tool: 55 mm
A M183-07-032
Retighten swing bearing mounting bolts (C) to
undercarriage.
B
Remove cover (B) and retighten bolts (C).
Tool: 55 mm
M183-07-003
M142-07-067
C
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17. Travel device mounting bolts.
Tool: 41 mm
M142-07-069
18. Travel motor mounting bolts.

Tool: 27 mm
M142-07-068
19. Sprocket mounting bolts.
Tool: 41 mm
M142-07-070
20. Upper roller mounting bolts.
Tool: 32 mm
M142-07-071
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21. Lower roller mounting bolts.
Tool: 41 mm
M142-07-072
22. Track shoe mounting bolts.
Tool: 41 mm
M142-07-073
23. Track guard mounting bolts.
Tool: 41 mm
M142-07-074
24. Side frame mounting bolts.
Tool: 65 mm
M142-07-075
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25. Counterweight mounting bolts.
Tool: 65 mm
M183-07-033
26. Oil cooler mounting bolts

Tool: 36 mm
Torque: 950Nxm (95 kgfxm, 690 lbfxft)
M183-07-060
27. Front pin lock bolts (Loading shovel).

27-A.Retighten front pin lock bolts.
Tool: 30 mm
27-A M142-07-077
M142-07-078
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27-B.Bucket pin lock bolts.

Tool: 17 mm
M142-07-079
27-B
27-C.Bucket pin lock bolts.

Tool: 24 mm
27-C
M142-07-080
M142-07-081
27-C
27-D.Bucket pin lock bolts.

Tool: 19 mm
27-D M142-07-042
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28. Retighten front pin lock bolts (Backhoe).
28-A.Retighten front pin lock bolts.
Tool: 30 mm
28-B.Retighten stopper bolts. M142-07-082
Tool: 30 mm
M142-07-044
29. Retighten side cutter mounting bolts.

Tool: 50 mm
M142-07-084
M18F-07-001
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Check O-rings in Bucket Joints --- daily 1
O-rings (1) are provided on both ends of the bucket joint

pins as illustrated to the right, to prevent soil from entering
the bucket joints and retain the grease in the bucket joints.
Thereby, wear on the bucket joint parts such as the pins
and the arm tip can be reduced. Check O-rings (1) for
cracks or any damage. If any, replace the O-ring while re-
ferring to the separation type O-ring installation method 1
described below.
Separation Type O-ring Installation Method M16J-07-079
1. Install the O-ring in the direction as illustrated to the

1
right so that the separation section of the O-ring
doesn’t directly come in contact with soil to protect
the O-ring from being damaged quickly by soil or for-
eign matter.
2. Install the O-ring with care not to make a gap in the
separation section of the O-ring.
Separation Section
3. After installing the O-ring, cut off the bolt extended
from the nut so that the O-ring is not damaged by soil
which may come in contact with the bolt.
Cut off the bolt

extended from M16J-07-080
the nut.
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MAINTENANCE UNDER SPECIAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Operating Conditions Precautions for Maintenance

Muddy Soil, Rainy or Before Operation: Check the tightness of plugs and all drain cocks.
Snowy Weather After Operation: Clean the machine and check for cracks, damaged,
loose or missing bolts and nuts. Lubricate all necessary
parts without delay.
Near the Ocean Before Operation: Check tightness of plugs and all drain cocks.
After Operation: Thoroughly clean the machine with fresh water to wash
off salt. Service electrical equipment often to prevent
corrosion.
Dusty Atmosphere Air Cleaner: Clean the element regularly at shorter service intervals.
Radiator: Clean the radiator and oil cooler screen to prevent
clogging of the core.
Fuel System: Clean the filter element and strainer regularly at shorter
service intervals.
Electrical Equipment: Clean them regularly, in particular, the commutator
surface of the alternator and starter.
Air Conditioner: Clean filter regularly with shorter service interval.
Rocky Ground Tracks: Carefully operate while checking for cracks, damage and
loose bolts and nuts. Loosen the tracks a little more
than usual.
Front Attachment: Standard attachment may be damaged when digging
rocky ground. Reinforce the bucket before using it, or
use a heavy duty bucket.
Freezing Weather Fuel: Use high quality fuel suitable for low temperature.
Lubricant: Use high quality low viscosity hydraulic oil and engine oil.
Engine Coolant: Be sure to use antifreeze.
Battery: Fully charge the batteries regularly at shorter service
intervals. If not fully charged, electrolyte may freeze.
Tracks: Keep the tracks clean. Park the machine on a hard
surface to prevent the tracks from freezing to the ground.
Falling Stones Cab: Provide a cab guard to protect the machine from falling
stones when necessary.
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9-2
STORAGE
STORING THE MACHINE
1. Inspect the machine. Repair worn or damaged parts.

Install new parts if necessary.
2. Clean the primary air cleaner element.
3. Retract all hydraulic cylinders, if possible. If not, coat
exposed cylinder rods with grease.
4. Lubricate all grease points.
5. Park the tracks on long stable blocks.
6. Wash the machine.
7. Remove the batteries and store them in a dry pro-
tected place after charging fully. If not removed, dis-
connect the negative battery cable from the (−) ter-
minal.
8. Add an antirust agent to the coolant. In cold weather,
add an antifreeze, or drain the coolant completely. Be
sure to attach a “No Water in Radiator” tag on a
clearly visible location if the system is drained.
9. Loosen the alternator belt and fan belt.
10. Paint necessary areas to prevent rust.
11. Store the machine in a dry, protected place. If stored
outside, cover with a waterproof cover.
12. If the machine is stored for a long time, operate hy-
draulic functions for travel, swing and digging two to
three times for lubrication, at least once a month.
Be sure to check the coolant level and lubrication
conditions before operating.
10-1
STORAGE
REMOVING THE MACHINE FROM STORAGE
WARNING: Start the engine ONLY in a

well-ventilated place.
1. Remove grease from the cylinder rods if coated.

2. Adjust alternator and fan belt tension.
3. Fill the fuel tank. Bleed air from the fuel system.
Check all fluid levels.
4. Start the engine.
Run the engine at half speed for several minutes be-
fore full load operation.
5. Cycle all hydraulic functions several times.
6. Carefully check all systems before operating the ma-
chine at full load.
NOTE: When the machine has been stored for a long

time, be sure to perform the following steps as
well:
(a) Check condition of all hoses and connec-
tions.
(b) Warm up the engine.
(c) Stop the engine.
(d) Install new fuel filters. Replace the engine
oil filter and fill the engine with oil.
IMPORTANT: If the machine has not been used for a

long time, oil films on sliding surfaces
may have broken down. Cycling hydrau-
lic functions for travel, swing and dig-
ging two to three times is necessary to
lubricate the sliding surfaces.
10-2
TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
If any trouble occurs in the engine and/or the engine

related parts, and either engine stop indicator (1) or
engine warning indicator (2) illuminates or flashes con-
tinuously. Moreover, engine troubleshooting switch (4)
is located inside electric equipment box (3) in the cab
for more detail information. The fault codes (indicating
an engine problem by flashing the engine warning in-
dicator) can be displayed by operating engine trouble-
shooting switch (4).
Turn engine troubleshooting switch (4) ON so that the
engine controller makes the engine stop indicator (5)
or the engine warning indicator (6) or the engine
maintenance indicator (7) flash in the specified pattern
(fault code) depending on the trouble encountered.
• Engine Stop Indicator (red)（5）

If this indicator will light, immediately stop the engine
and repair them.
M18J-11-001
• Engine Warning Indicator (orange) (6) 2 1
If this indicator will light, it is possible to operate for
a while, but repair them within 24 hours.
• Engine Maintenance Indicator (yellow) (7)

If this indicator will light, it is possible to operate until
next regular maintenance, but repair them at that
time.
IMPORTANT: When the engine warning indicator

(2) or the engine stop indicator (1)
illuminates, immediately contact 3 M18J-01-025
your nearest Hitachi dealer for in-

spection.
5
6
M18J-01-026
11-1
TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE
Problem Cause Solution
Engine Cranks But Will No fuel Add fuel.
Not Start or Hard to Start Bleed air.
Wrong fuel Drain tank. Use correct fuel.
Contaminated fuel Drain tank and add clean fuel.
Low battery power Charge or install new battery.
Injection Pump See your authorized dealer.
Poor electrical connection Clean and tighten battery and starter
motor connections.
Starter motor failure Replace starter.
Wrong engine oil Drain oil. Use correct oil.
Air filter plugged Replace elements.
Fuel filter plugged Remove air from fuel system.
Clean fuel tank strainer.
Engine compression low See your authorized dealer.
Injection nozzles dirty or not working See your authorized dealer.
correctly
Leaks in fuel system Check fuel system connections.
Air in fuel system Bleed air.
Faulty ECM (Engine Control Module) See your authorized dealer.
Engine Knocks, Runs Ir- Engine oil level low Add oil.
regularly or Stops
Plugged air intake system Clean filter and system.
Injection pump out of time See your authorized dealer.
Plugged fuel filters. Install new filters.
Low coolant temperature Thermostat not working correctly or too
“cool”.
Water, dirt or air in fuel system Bleed air from fuel system.
Clean fuel tank outlet screen.
Injection nozzles dirty or faulty See your authorized dealer.
11-2
TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE
Engine Not Developing Full Air filters plugged Replace filter elements.
Power Fuel line restricted Repair or replace fuel line.
Contaminated fuel Drain fuel tank and clean outlet screen.
Refill.
Fuel filters plugged Change filters.
Plugged vent in fuel tank cap Clean or install new cap.
Injection nozzles dirty or See your authorized dealer.
malfunctioning
Wrong fuel Use correct fuel.
Wrong oil Use correct oil.
Turbocharger failure See your authorized dealer.
Exhaust restriction Remove muffler and run engine.
Engine is too hot or cold See below.
Engine failure See your authorized dealer.
Valve clearance Check and adjust valves.
Intake or exhaust system leakage See your authorized dealer.
Engine Overheats Low coolant level Add coolant.
Thermostat See your authorized dealer.
Engine overloaded Check hydraulic relief valves.
Radiator cap faulty Install new cap.
Radiator core or oil cooler core Clean radiator and oil cooler.
plugged
Radiator screen plugged Clean screen.
Injection pump out of timing See your authorized dealer.
Fan damaged Replace fan.
Air cleaner plugged Clean air cleaner.
Alternator and fan belt loose Tighten or install new belt.
Pulley grooves worn Replace pulleys.
Cooling system passages dirty Flush cooling system.
Temperature gauge or sending unit See your authorized dealer.
11-3
TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE
Coolant Temperature Too Low Thermostat See your authorized dealer.
Temperature gauge or sending unit See your authorized dealer.
Low Engine Oil Pressure Engine oil pump or pump drive See your authorized dealer.
Low oil level Add oil.
Engine oil pressure regulation valve See your authorized dealer.
Plugged oil pump intake screen See your authorized dealer.
Plugged oil filter Install a new oil filter.
Oil leaks Check for leaks.
Oil diluted with fuel or coolant See your authorized dealer.
Engine temperature too high Check cooling system.
Wrong oil Drain oil. Use correct oil.
Engine Uses Too Much Oil Wrong oil Drain oil.Use correct oil.
Oil leaks Check engine oil drain plug.
Engine temperature too high Check cooling system.
Plugged air cleaner Clean element or install new element.
Internal engine component wear See your authorized dealer.
Engine Uses Too Much Fuel Plugged or dirty air intake system Clean air intake system.
Wrong fuel Use correct fuel.
Fuel injection nozzles See your authorized dealer.
Injection pump out of time. See your authorized dealer.
Excessive Black or Gray Wrong fuel Drain tank. Use correct fuel.
Exhaust Smoke
Plugged or dirty air intake or exhaust Clean air intake and exhaust system.
system
Injection pump out of timing See your authorized dealer.
Injection nozzles dirty or faulty See your authorized dealer.
Basic engine failures See your authorized dealer.
11-4
TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE
Nothing Works Battery Recharge or replace.
Nothing Works Battery relay Replace relay.
(Except clock)
Batteries Undercharged Loose or corroded connections Clean and tighten or replace batteries.
Alternator belt loose Tighten or install new belt.
Alternator not charging See your authorized dealer.
Fuse Replace fuse.
Key switch failure Replace key switch.
Starting Motor Will Not Turn Battery undercharged or dead Recharge or replace battery.
Battery cables making poor Clean connections.
connections
Slow blow fuse Replace slow blow fuse
Key switch See your authorized dealer.
Start relay See your authorized dealer.
Starter solenoid See your authorized dealer.
Starter Repair or replace start motor.
Starter pinion jammed in flywheel Repair or replace starter.
gear
Major engine failure See your authorized dealer.
Starter Solenoid Chatters Poor connections at batteries or Clean connections.
starter
Low battery charge Recharge or replace batteries.
Starter solenoid “hold-in” windings See your authorized dealer.
open
Starter Motor Turns but Will Starter pinion gear not engaging See your authorized dealer.
Not Crank Engine flywheel ring gear
Pinion shift mechanism jammed or See your authorized dealer.
malfunctioning
Faulty ECM (Engine Control See your authorized dealer.
Module)
Pinion gear teeth broken See your authorized dealer.
Malfunction of fuel solenoid valve See your authorized dealer.
Flywheel gear teeth broken See your authorized dealer.
Engine Cranks Slowly Battery cables damaged or broken Inspect and replace cables.
internally
Battery or starter cable Clean and tighten connections.
connections loose or corroded
11-5
TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE
Exhaust Gas is White Wrong fuel Drain tank. Use correct fuel.
Cold engine Run engine until warm.
Thermostat faulty or too “cool” See your authorized dealer.
Coolant leakage into engine cylinder See your authorized dealer.
Turbocharger Excessively Bearings not lubricated Insufficient oil pressure.
Noisy or Vibrates Check for restricted turbocharger oil
line.
Worn bearings See your authorized dealer.
Air leak in engine, intake or exhaust Inspect, repair.
manifold
Improper clearance between turbine See your authorized dealer.
wheel and turbine housing
Broken blades on turbine Remove exhaust elbow and air inlet
hose and inspect.
Oil Dripping from Damaged or worn bearings and/or See your authorized dealer.
Turbocharger Adapter worn seals Inspect and clean air cleaner.
Check for proper engine service
intervals or dirt enter into engine.
Excessive crankcase pressure Check vent tube to ensure tube is not
plugged.
Clean.
Turbocharger oil return line carbon Remove line.
build up where line passes exhaust Inspect, clean.
manifold
Excessive Drag in Carbon build-up behind turbine wheel Inspect, clean.
Turbo-charger Rotating caused by combustion deposits
Members
Dirt build-up behind compressor Inspect, clean.
wheel caused by air intake leaks
Bearing seizure or dirty or worn See your authorized dealer.
bearings, caused by excessive
temperature, unbalanced wheel, dirty
oil, oil starvation, or insufficient
lubrication
11-6
TROUBLESHOOTING
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine Cranks Slowly Battery discharged or will not hold a Replace battery.
charge
Starter “dragging” See your authorized dealer.
Low battery voltage Recharge or replace battery.
Starter Motor Continues to Start relay stuck See your authorized dealer.
Run After Engine Starts Starter solenoid stuck See your authorized dealer.
Starter not disengaging See your authorized dealer.
Key switch See your authorized dealer.
Charging Indicator Light Loose or glazed alternator belt Check belt.
On-Engine Running Replace if glazed, tighten if loose.
Engine rpm low Adjust rpm to specification.
Excessive electrical load from added Remove accessories or install higher
accessories output alternator.
Loose or corroded electrical Inspect, clean, or tighten electrical
connections on battery, ground strap, connections.
starter, or alternator
Battery voltage low Change or replace battery.
Alternator or regulator See your authorized dealer.
Indicator circuit See your authorized dealer.
Noisy Alternator Worn drive belt Replace belt.
Worn pulleys Replace pulleys and belt.
Pulley misaligned Adjust alternator mount.
Alternator bearing Loosen alternator belts.
Turn pulley by hand.
If any roughness is felt, repair
alternator.
No Monitor Panel Indicators Fuse Replace fuse.
Work Wiring harness See your authorized dealer.
Individual Light in Monitor Bulb Replace bulb.
Panel is Not Working Fuse Replace fuse.
Wiring harness See your authorized dealer.
11-7
TROUBLESHOOTING
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
No Indicators in Gauge Panel Circuit board See your authorized dealer.
Operate Wiring harness See your authorized dealer.
Fuse Replace fuse.
Indicator Light in Gauge Panel Bulb Replace bulb.
is Inoperative Fuse Replace fuse.
Sender Do sender check.
Wiring harness failure See your authorized dealer.
Coolant Temperature Gauge Fuse Replace fuse.
Does Not Work Gauge See your authorized dealer.
Gauge sender Do coolant temperature gauge sender
check.
Indicator Lights Do Not Fuse Replace fuse.
Operate Auto-idle Bulb Replace bulb.
Auto-idle switch See your authorized dealer.
Fuel Gauge Does Not Work Fuse Replace fuse.
Gauge See your authorized dealer.
11-8
TROUBLESHOOTING
MODE SELECTION
Fast/Slow Travel Speed Travel mode switches See your authorized dealer.
Does Not Function Pilot pressure sensor (Travel) See your authorized dealer.
Pump delivery pressure sensor wire See your authorized dealer.
harness
Main controller See your authorized dealer.
Solenoid valve unit See your authorized dealer.
Damaged travel motor See your authorized dealer.
Auto-Idle Does Not Work Fuse Replace fuse.
Switch panel See your authorized dealer.
Electrical connector See your authorized dealer.
Wire harness See your authorized dealer.
Pressure switches (Travel, Front) See your authorized dealer.
Main controller See your authorized dealer.
11-9
TROUBLESHOOTING
CONTROL LEVERS
Moves Hard Corroded joint See your authorized dealer.
Worn out pusher See your authorized dealer.
Does Nothing Worn out pusher See your authorized dealer.
Pilot valve See your authorized dealer.
Does Not Return to Neutral Pilot valve See your authorized dealer.
Too Much Play Worn out pivot joint See your authorized dealer.
Lever is Not Vertical in Neutral Pilot valve See your authorized dealer.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Hydraulic Functions are Slow Low oil level Fill reservoir to full mark.
Cold oil Push hydraulic warm up switch.
Wrong oil Drain tank. Use correct oil.
Engine speed too low Increase speed or see your authorized
dealer.
Pilot circuit See your authorized dealer.
Worn pump See your authorized dealer.
Restricted pump suction line See your authorized dealer.
Hydraulic Oil Overheats Wrong oil Use correct oil.
Air leak in pump suction line See your authorized dealer.
Oil lines restricted See your authorized dealer.
Low oil level Fill reservoir to full mark.
Plugged filters Install new filters.
Worn pump See your authorized dealer.
Plugged radiator or oil cooler Clean and straighten fins.
Oil cooler bypass See your authorized dealer.
11-10
TROUBLESHOOTING
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Hydraulic Oil Overheats Relief valve See your authorized dealer.
Contaminated oil Drain oil and refill.
Travel motors See your authorized dealer.
Improperly adjusted hydraulic See your authorized dealer.
components
Oil Foams Air leak in line from reservoir to pump Repair leak or see your authorized
dealer.
Kinks or dents in oil lines Check lines.
Wrong oil Use correct oil.
Water in oil Change oil.
High or low oil level Correct level.
Low or No Oil Pressure Wrong oil Use correct oil.
Improperly adjusted hydraulic See your authorized dealer.
components
No oil in system Fill with correct oil.
Worn cylinder packings See your authorized dealer.
Relief valve See your authorized dealer.
No Hydraulic Functions Hydraulic pump See your authorized dealer.
(Noise from pumps) Lack of hydraulic oil Add oil.
Damaged suction line or hose See your authorized dealer.
Clogged suction filter Clean.
Hydraulic Cylinders Operate Hydraulic pump worn See your authorized dealer.
but Cannot Lift Load Main relief valve pressure low See your authorized dealer.
Hydraulic oil level low Add oil.
Suction screen plugged Clean strainer and system.
Pump suction line leaking Inspect suction line.
11-11
TROUBLESHOOTING
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
One Control Lever Does Not Relief valve pressure low See your authorized dealer.
Work Tube or hose damaged Repair or replace.
Hydraulic fittings loose Tighten.
Damaged O-rings in fittings Install new O-ring.
Hydraulic pump See your authorized dealer.
Pilot lines Repair or replace.
One Cylinder Does Not Work Control valve spool damaged or See your authorized dealer.
contaminated with dirt
Hydraulic lines damaged Repair or replace.
Fittings loose Tighten.
O-ring in fitting damaged Install new O-ring.
One Cylinder Does Not Work Piston seals leaking See your authorized dealer.
or Has Little Power Cylinder rod damaged See your authorized dealer.
Failed wiring harness See your authorized dealer.
Both Travel Motors Do Not Center joint failure See your authorized dealer.
Work
One Travel Motor Does Not Travel motor See your authorized dealer.
Work Parking brake not releasing See your authorized dealer.
Travel is Not Smooth Track adjustment Adjust tension.
Front idler or rollers damaged See your authorized dealer.
Track frame bent See your authorized dealer.
11-12
TROUBLESHOOTING
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Travel is Not Smooth Rocks or mud “jammed” in track frame Remove and repair.
Travel brake not releasing See your authorized dealer.
Swing Does Not Work Swing brake release valve See your authorized dealer.
Swing motor See your authorized dealer.
Swing is Not Smooth Swing gear See your authorized dealer.
Swing bearing See your authorized dealer.
Lack of grease Apply grease.
Engine Stop When Travel Failure of connector contact Repair or release
or/and Control Lever Moved Failed wiring harness See your authorized dealer.
Failed main controller See your authorized dealer.
11-13
TROUBLESHOOTING
MEMO
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SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
A
C
E
D
I H
G F
M183-11-001
Model EX1200-6 Hydraulic Excavator

Backhoe BE Backhoe
Type of Front-End Attachment [9.0 m (29’6”) boom, [7.55 m (24’9”) BE-boom,
3.6 m (11’ 10”) arm] 3.4 m (11’2”) BE-arm]
3 3 3 3
Bucket Capacity (Heaped) PCSA 5.2 m (6.8 yd ), PCSA 6.7 m (8.8 yd )
Operating Weight 111000 kg (245000 lb) 112000 kg (247000 lb)
Base Machine Weight 83400 kg (184000 lb)
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Engine CumminsQSK23 567 kW/1800 min (771 PS/1800 rpm)
A: Overall Width 5430 mm (17 ft 10 in)
B: Cab Height 4350mm (14 ft 3 in)
C: Rear End Swing Radius 4850 mm (15 ft 11 in)
D: Minimum Ground Clearance 1020 mm (3 ft 4 in) (Excluding shoe lug)
E: Counterweight Clearance 1820 mm (6 ft 0 in) (Excluding shoe lug)
F: Undercarriage Length 6500 mm (21 ft 4 in)
G: Undercarriage Width 4600 mm (15 ft 1 in)
H: Sprocket Center to Idler
5090 mm (16 ft 8 in)
Center
I: Track Shoe Width 700 mm (28 in) (Grouser shoe)
2 2
Ground Pressure 142 kPa (1.45 kgf/cm , 20.6 psi) 143 kPa (1.46 kgf/cm , 20.7 psi)
–1
Swing Speed 5.2 min (rpm)
Travel Speed (Fast/Slow) 3.5/2.4 km/h (2.2/1.5 mph)
Gradeability 35° (tanθ = 0.70)
12-1
SPECIFICATIONS
A C
E
D
I
H
G F
T183-01-01-002
Model EX1200-6 Hydraulic Excavator

Type of Front-End Attachment Loading Shovel
3 3
Bucket Capacity (Heaped) PCSA 6.5 m (8.5 yd )
Operating Weight 114000 kg (251000 lb)
Base Machine Weight 83800 kg (185000 lb)
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Engine CumminsQSK23 567 kW/1800 min (771 PS/1800 rpm)
A: Overall Width 5430 mm (17 ft 10 in)
B: Cab Height *5440mm (17 ft 10 in)
C: Rear End Swing Radius 4850 mm (15 ft 11 in)
D: Minimum Ground Clearance 1020 mm (3 ft 4 in) (Excluding shoe lug)
E: Counterweight Clearance 1820 mm (6 ft 0 in)
F: Undercarriage Length 6500 mm (21 ft 4 in)
G: Undercarriage Width 4600 mm (15 ft 1 in)
H: Sprocket Center to Idler
5090 mm (16 ft 8 in)
Center
I: Track Shoe Width 700 mm (28 in) (Grouser shoe)
2
Ground Pressure 146 kPa (1.49 kgf/cm , 21.2 psi)
–1
Swing Speed 5.8 min (rpm)
Travel Speed (Fast/Slow) 3.5/2.4 km/h (2.2/1.5 mph)
Gradeability 35° (tanθ = 0.70)
NOTE: * The standard specification loading shovel is equipped with an elevated cab.
12-2
SPECIFICATIONS
WORKING RANGE (BACKHOE)
E
B
A´
A M183-11-002
Boom Length 9.00 m (29′ 6″)

Arm Length 3.60 m (11′ 10″)
A : Maximum Digging Reach 15350 mm (50′ 4″)
A’ : Maximum Digging Reach (on ground) 15010 mm (49′ 3″)
B : Maximum Digging Depth 9380 mm (30′ 9″)
C : Maximum Cutting Height 13460 mm (44′ 2″)
D : Maximum Dumping Height 9080 mm (29′ 10″)
E : Maximum Vertical Wall 6450 mm (21′ 2″)
12-3
SPECIFICATIONS
WORKING RANGE (BE BACKHOE)
A´
A M183-11-003
Boom Length 7.55 m (24′ 9″) BE-boom

Arm Length 3.40 m (11′ 2″) BE-arm
A : Maximum Digging Reach 13750 mm (45′ 1″)
A’ : Maximum Digging Reach (on ground) 13360 mm (43′ 10″)
B : Maximum Digging Depth 8050 mm (26′ 5″)
C : Maximum Cutting Height 12410 mm (40′ 9″)
D : Maximum Dumping Height 8050 mm (26′ 5″)
E : Maximum Vertical Wall 5180 mm (17′ 0″)
12-4
SPECIFICATIONS
WORKING RANGE (LOADING SHOVEL)
H
E
G
E´
A
C B
D M183-11-004
A : Minimum Digging Distance 4510 mm (14′ 10″)

B : Minimum Level Crowding Distance 6580 mm (21′ 7″)
C : Level Crowding Distance 4450 mm (14′ 7″)
D : Maximum Digging Reach 11500 mm (37′ 9″)
E : Maximum Cutting Height 12410 mm (40′ 9″)
E’ : Maximum Dumping Height 8750 mm (28′ 9″)
F : Maximum Digging Depth 4780 mm (15′ 8″)
G : Working Radius at Maximum Dumping Height 6140 mm (20′ 2″)
H : Maximum Bucket Opening Width 1880 mm (6′ 2″)
12-5
SPECIFICATIONS
BACKHOE SHOE TYPES AND
APPLICATIONS
Shoe Types and Applications, and Machine Specifications When Employing Them
700 mm (28 in) 900 mm (35 in)

Shoe Width
Grouser Shoe Grouser Shoe
Application For Ordinary Ground (Standard) For Weak Footing (Option)
Operating Weight 111000 kg (245000 lb) 113000 kg (249000 lb)
Base Machine Weight 83400 kg (184000 lb) 84900 kg (187000 lb)
Cab Height 4350 mm (14 ft 3 in) 4350 mm (14 ft 3 in)
Minimum Ground Clearance Ä1020 mm (3 ft 4 in) Ä1020 mm (3 ft 4 in)
Undercarriage Length 6500 mm (21 ft 4 in) 6500 mm (21 ft 4 in)
Undercarriage Width 4600 mm (15 ft 1 in) 4800 mm (15 ft 9 in)
Ground Pressure 142 kPa (1.45 kgf/cm , 20.6 psi)
2
112 kPa (1.14 kgf/cm2, 16.2 psi)
NOTE : • The machine specifications are when

equipped with the front attachment of 9.0 m
(29′ 6″) boom, 3.6 m (11′ 10″) arm and
3 3
PCSA 5.2 m (6.8 yd ) backhoe bucket.
• Optional grouser shoes [900 mm] (35″) are
only for soft ground. If they are used on a
rough ground with gravels and rocks, they
may be bent and cause shoe bolt loosening
or damaging track links and/or rollers.
• Use optional grouser shoes [900 mm] (35″)
only for the machine with backhoe front. Do
not use them for the machine with loader
front.
• Ä The dimensions do not include the height
of the shoe lug.
12-6
SPECIFICATIONS
SOUND LEVEL RESULTS (2000/14/EC)
Sound level at operator's station
LpA= 74 dB (A)
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SPECIFICATIONS
MEMO
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Learn how to service your machine correctly. Follow the

Inspect machine daily before starting.

• Walk around machine checking general appearance,

If there is any problem with your machine, repair it before

IMPORTANT: Use only recommended fuel and lu-

• Intervals on the periodic maintenance chart are for

USE CORRECT FUELS AND LUBRICANTS

IMPORTANT: Always use recommended fuels and lu-

Before performing the maintenance procedures given in

1. Park the machine on a level surface.

IMPORTANT: The turbocharger may be damaged if the M142-05-003

engine is not properly shut down.

• If an access cover is damaged, missing, or kept

• Secure Access Covers in Position

When using an inspection lamp during maintenance work,

IMPORTANT: Hydraulic equipment such as hydraulic

• The excavator is equipped with the “O. H. S” (Opti-

• The control valve and each circuit are provided with

• Travel parking brake is automatically released when

• Swing parking brake is automatically released when

• The excavator is equipped with an accumulator in the

• The excavator is equipped with an independent oil

Supply line from pumps

1. WORK LIGHT (ON CAB ROOF) 41. HEAVY LIFT SWITCH

Every 2 years or every 8000 hours

To ensure safe operation, be sure to conduct periodic

Blocks to Swing Motor........... 4

Loading shovel front hoses (3) 13 1

(Main frame to boom)

2. Pump Transmission Gear Oil Hoses

4. Heater Hoses M142-07-091

Kinds of Hoses Q’ty in Use

A. GREASING (See Page 7-19)

B. ENGINE (See Page 7-29)

C. TRANSMISSION (See Page 7-32)

F. AIR CLEANER (See Page 7-70)

G. COOLING SYSTEM (See Page 7-72)

NOTE: Ä First time only.

I. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (See Page 7-93)

J. MISCELLANEOUS (See Page 7-102)

NOTE: Ä First time only.

Brand Names of Recommended Grease Brand Names of Recommended Grease

NOTE: The machine is shipped from the factory is filled

Front Joint Pins --- every 10 hours

Loading Shovel Front

NOTE: Auto-lubrication can be used for the fittings on

Manually greasing places are as illustrated below.

• Boom Cylinder Rod Pins (1)

The end of the

Dump Cylinder Rod Pin

Each grease fitting is provided with a protective cap.

NOTE: Auto-lubrication can be used for the fittings on

• Boom Cylinder Rod Pins (1)

• Grouped Grease Fittings (2) --- Boom/Arm

Swing Bearing --- every 250 hours

WARNING: Lubricating both the swing bearing

Each time you leave the cab

1. Park the machine on a level surface.