Takeuchi TB285 - 290 Hydravlic Excavator Operator - Manual

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This symbol represents the safety alert. Improper operation, inspection and
The message that follows the symbol maintenance of this machine can cause
contains important information about injury or death.
safety. Read and understand this manual before
Read and understand the message to performing any operation, inspection or
avoid personal injury or death. maintenance on this machine.
It is the owner or employer’s responsibility Always store this manual near at hand
to fully instruct each operator in the preferably on the machine itself. If it should
proper and safe operation of all be lost or damaged, immediately order a
equipment. All persons using this new one from your Takeuchi dealer.
machine should thoroughly familiarize When transferring ownership of this machine,
themselves with the contents of this be sure to hand this manual to the next
manual. owner.
All operators must be instructed on the Takeuchi supplies machines complying with
proper functions of the excavator before the local regulations and standards of the
running the machine. country of export. If your machine has been
purchased in another country or from a
Learn and practice correct use of the person or company of another country, it
machine controls in a safe, clear area may not have the safety devices or safety
before operating this machine on a job standards required for use in your country.
site. Should you have any question about whether
your machine complies with the regulations
and standards of your country, contact a
Takeuchi dealer.
Signal words IMPORTANT: The word IMPORTANT is
used to alert operators and maintenance
Safety messages appearing in this manual personnel about situations which could
and on machine decals are identified by the result in damage to the machine and its
words “DENGER”, “WARNING” and components.
“CAUTION”. These signal words mean the
following: It is impossible to foresee every possible
circumstance that might involve a potential
hazard. The warnings in this manual or on
Danger the machine can not cover all possible
DANGER indicates a hazard with a high contingencies. You must exercise all due
level of risk which, if not avoided, will care and follow normal safety procedures
result in death or serious injury. when operating the machine so as to ensure
that no damage occurs to the machine, its
operators or other persons.
Warning
WARNING indicates a hazard with a
medium level of risk which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Caution
CAUTION indicates a hazard with a low
level of risk which, if not avoided, could
result in minor moderate injury.
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Introduction
Foreword Serial numbers
This manual describes operation, inspection IMPORTANT: Do not remove the machine
and maintenance of the machine, as well as name plate with the serial number.
safety instructions to be heeded during these Check the serial numbers of the machine
operations. and engine and write them down in the
If you have any questions about the spaces below.
machine, please contact a Takeuchi sales or
service outlet. Machine number:
Manual storage compartment

A compartment for storing this manual is
provided at the position shown on the
diagram below.
Engine number:
<TB285>
1. After using the manual, place it in the

plastic pouch and store it back in the
manual storage compartment.
<TB290>
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Machine description
Front, rear, left and right Features
• Hydromounted cab minimizes vibration
• Automatic travel shift-down system
• Self-adjusting shoe tension system
• Short pitch rubber crawler
• Low engine noise and exhaust emissions
• Electronic control of auxiliary hydraulic
circuit
• Automatic and manual operation for engine
deceleration
• Engine emergency stop system
Break-in period
When the machine is new, operate the
machine for the first 100 hours (as indicated
on the hour meter) by following the
instructions below.
This manual refers the front, rear, left and Using a new machine without a break-in
right of the machine as seen when sitting in period will lead to quicker deterioration of
the operator’s seat with the dozer blade machine performance and may shorten the
visible to the front. machine’s service life.
• Sufficiently warm up the engine and
hydraulic oil.
Designated operations • Avoid heavy loads and rapid operations.
Operate with a load of about 80% the
Use this machine primarily for the following maximum load.
operations: • Do not abruptly start up, accelerate,
• Excavation change directions, or stop unless
• Digging ditches necessary.
• Digging side ditches
• Leveling
• Loading
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Notes on reading this
manual
Please note that the descriptions and
diagrams included in this manual may not be
applicable to your machine.
The numbers used in the illustration are with
circles around them. The same numbers
appear between the parentheses in the text.
(Example: (1))
Symbols used in this manual

The symbols used in this manual have the
following meanings.
, X........ Prohibition
............. Lock
............. Unlock
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Contents
Third auxiliary hydraulic button............ 2-27
Introduction......................................0-2 Auxiliary 2/4 select button................... 2-27
Wiper switch....................................... 2-28
Machine description.........................0-3 Washer switch.................................... 2-28
Automatic deceleration switch............ 2-28
Safety...............................................1-1 ECO mode switch.............................. 2-29
General precautions................................. 1-2 Highland mode switch........................ 2-29
Precautions when preparing..................... 1-8 Auxiliary 1st flow select switch............ 2-29
Precautions when starting...................... 1-10 Detent mode switch (Auxiliary 1st)...... 2-29
Precautions when operating................... 1-12 Light switch........................................ 2-30
Precautions when stopping.................... 1-21 Overload warning switch..................... 2-30
Precautions when transporting............... 1-22 Beacon lamp switch........................... 2-30
Precautions on maintenance.................. 1-24 Levers and Pedals.................................. 2-31
Safety signs (decals)............................... 1-33 Safety lock lever................................. 2-31
Operating levers................................. 2-31
Controls............................................2-1 Blade lever.......................................... 2-32
Names of components............................. 2-2 Travel levers/pedals............................ 2-33
Covers...................................................... 2-4 Boom swing pedal.............................. 2-33
Starter key............................................ 2-4 Accessories............................................ 2-34
Side cover............................................ 2-4 Air conditioner.................................... 2-34
Fuel lid.................................................. 2-5 Cup holder......................................... 2-39
Fuel filler port........................................ 2-5 Cigarette lighter.................................. 2-40
Engine hood......................................... 2-6 Ashtray............................................... 2-40
Fuse box cover..................................... 2-6 Interior light......................................... 2-41
Cab.......................................................... 2-7 Mirrors................................................ 2-41
Cab door.............................................. 2-7 External power sockets ..................... 2-41
Emergency exit..................................... 2-7 Radio (for cab).................................... 2-42
Front window........................................ 2-8 Auxiliary hydraulic lines....................... 2-46
Lower front window.............................. 2-9 Operating the machine with an
Side window......................................... 2-9 accumulator....................................... 2-51
Emergency hammer (optional).............. 2-9 Load safety device.............................. 2-52
Seat and seat belt.................................. 2-10 Overload warning device.................... 2-53
Seat ................................................... 2-10 Fuel Supply Pump.............................. 2-54
Seat belt............................................. 2-11
Air Suspension Seat........................... 2-12 Operation..........................................3-1
Instrument cluster................................... 2-16 Before starting operation.......................... 3-2
Warning lamps.................................... 2-16 Getting on or off the machine................ 3-2
Indicators........................................... 2-17 Walk-around inspection........................ 3-2
Meters................................................ 2-17 Daily inspection..................................... 3-2
Multi-data display............................... 2-18 Starting and stopping the engine.............. 3-3
Switches................................................ 2-24 Before starting the engine..................... 3-3
Starter switch..................................... 2-24 Starting the Engine............................... 3-4
Engine shutdown switch..................... 2-24 Warming up the engine......................... 3-5
Throttle controller................................ 2-24 Stopping the engine............................. 3-5
Horn button........................................ 2-25 Operating the machine............................. 3-6
Deceleration button............................ 2-25 Lever pattern (ISO pattern).................... 3-6
Travel speed button............................ 2-25 Lever pattern (JCB pattern)................... 3-7
Auxiliary 1st switch............................. 2-26 Warming up the machine (hydraulic oil).3-8
Auxiliary 2nd/4th switch...................... 2-26 Inspection after warm-up...................... 3-9
Swing/Second boom select button..... 2-27 Operating the travel levers.................. 3-10
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Stopping travel................................... 3-13 Inspecting and replenishing the
Operating the working equipment....... 3-14 coolant............................................... 5-16
Operating procedures............................. 3-16 Inspecting and replenishing the
Prohibited operations.......................... 3-16 engine oil............................................ 5-17
Cautions on operating............................ 3-19 Inspecting the water separator and
Cautions on traveling.......................... 3-19 the fuel filters...................................... 5-18
Cautions on traveling on slopes ......... 3-20 Inspecting the fuel level....................... 5-19
Getting out of mud............................. 3-22 Inspecting the hydraulic oil tank level
Operations possible with this and replenishing................................. 5-20
machine............................................. 3-22 Lubricating the working equipment..... 5-21
Parking the machine............................... 3-24 After the initial 50 hours
Parking............................................... 3-24 (only for new machines).......................... 5-22
Inspection and checks after stopping Replacing the engine oil and the oil
the engine.......................................... 3-24 filter.................................................... 5-22
Handling in cold climates........................ 3-25 Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt... 5-24
Preparing for cold climates................. 3-25 Inspecting and adjusting the
Cautions after operations.................... 3-25 compressor belt (AC).......................... 5-26
After the cold climate.......................... 3-25 Every 50 hours....................................... 5-28
Handling rubber crawlers........................ 3-26 Inspecting the crawler belt tension...... 5-28
Prohibitions......................................... 3-26 Lubricating the slew bearing............... 5-30
Cautions............................................. 3-27 Draining the water from the fuel tank... 5-31
Preventing the rubber crawlers from Inspecting the battery fluid level and
coming off.......................................... 3-27 replenishing........................................ 5-32
After the initial 250 hours
Transport..........................................4-1 (only for new machines).......................... 5-34
Loading and unloading............................. 4-2 Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter.5-34
Hoisting the machine................................ 4-4 Replacing the pilot line filter................. 5-35
Securing the machine............................... 4-6 Replacing the travel motor gear oil...... 5-36
Every 250 hours..................................... 5-37
Maintenance.....................................5-1 Replacing the engine oil and the oil
General..................................................... 5-2 filter.................................................... 5-37
Maintenance overview.......................... 5-2 Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt... 5-37
Cautions on maintenance..................... 5-2 Inspecting and adjusting the
Service data............................................. 5-4 compressor belt (AC) ......................... 5-37
Fuel and lubricant table......................... 5-4 Cleaning the air cleaner...................... 5-38
Regularly replace the hydraulic oil......... 5-6 Cleaning the radiator fins and oil
List of consumables.............................. 5-7 cooler fins........................................... 5-39
List of tools........................................... 5-8 Cleaning the air filters (air conditioner).5-40
List of tightening torques...................... 5-9 Cleaning the condenser (AC).............. 5-41
Safety-critical parts................................. 5-10 Inspecting the refrigerant (gas) level
Maintenance list...................................... 5-12 (AC).................................................... 5-42
Walk-around inspection.......................... 5-14 Every 500 hours..................................... 5-44
Inspecting by opening the engine Replacing the fuel filter........................ 5-44
hood and covers................................ 5-14 Replacing the water separator filter
Inspecting by walking around the <TB285>............................................ 5-46
machine............................................. 5-15 Replacing the feed pump filter
Inspecting while sitting in the <TB290>............................................ 5-47
operator’s seat.................................... 5-15 Every 1000 hours................................... 5-48
Daily inspection (every 10 hours)............. 5-16 Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter.5-48
Replacing the pilot line filter................. 5-48
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Replacing the travel motor gear oil...... 5-48 Engine error code list.............................. 6-14
Cleaning the engine cooling system.... 5-48 Other symptoms..................................... 6-18
Replacing the air cleaner element....... 5-50 Lowering the boom to the ground.......... 6-20
Replacing the air breather filter ........... 5-51 Towing.................................................... 6-21
Inspecting and adjusting the engine
valve clearance................................... 5-51 Specifications...................................7-1
Retightening the engine cylinder head Basic Specifications.................................. 7-2
bolt <TB285>..................................... 5-51 Machine dimensions................................. 7-4
Inspecting the engine compression Operating ranges...................................... 7-8
pressure <TB290>.............................. 5-51 Lifting Capacities.................................... 7-13
Inspecting and cleaning the engine
starter and the alternator <TB290>..... 5-51 Options.............................................8-1
Every 1500 hours................................... 5-52 General precautions................................. 8-2
Inspecting and cleaning the engine Safety precautions................................ 8-2
fuel injectors <TB285>........................ 5-52 Cautions when installing attachments... 8-2
Inspecting the crankcase breather Cautions when operating attachments.. 8-3
system <TB285>................................ 5-52 Attachment combination table.................. 8-4
Every 2000 hours................................... 5-53 Selecting a lever pattern........................... 8-5
Lapping the engine valve seats Switching the lever pattern................... 8-5
<TB285>............................................ 5-53 Hydraulic breaker..................................... 8-6
Every 4000 hours................................... 5-54 Cautions on operating.......................... 8-6
Replacing the hydraulic oil and Replacing the hydraulic oil regularly...... 8-7
cleaning the suction strainer............... 5-54 Travel alarm.............................................. 8-8
When required........................................ 5-58 Optional equipment mass ........................ 8-9
Replacing the bucket teeth and the Biodegradable oil.................................... 8-10
side cutters......................................... 5-58 Replacing the hydraulic oil with
Replacing the bucket.......................... 5-60 biodegradable oil................................ 8-10
Adjusting the gap between the Cab options............................................ 8-11
bucket and arm (If equipped).............. 5-62 Angle dozer blade................................... 8-12
Inspecting and replenishing the Operating lever switch kit 1..................... 8-13
windshield washer fluid....................... 5-63 Horn button........................................ 8-13
Draining the water from the water Deceleration button............................ 8-13
separator............................................ 5-63 Travel speed button............................ 8-13
Lubricating the levers and pedals........ 5-64 Auxiliary 1st switch............................. 8-14
Inspecting the rubber crawlers............ 5-65 Auxiliary 2nd/4th switch...................... 8-14
Replacing the rubber crawlers............ 5-66 Auxiliary 2/4 select button................... 8-15
Maintenance during extended storage Swing/Second boom select button..... 8-15
period..................................................... 5-68
Troubleshooting................................6-1
Symptoms that are not malfunctions........ 6-2
If the engine overheats.............................. 6-3
If the battery goes dead............................ 6-4
If a fuse blows.......................................... 6-6
Inspecting and replacing the fuse.......... 6-6
Inspecting the fusible link...................... 6-7
Restarting after adding fuel....................... 6-8
Bleeding air from the fuel system.......... 6-8
If a warning lamp flashes........................ 6-10
Vehicle error code list.............................. 6-12
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Safety
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Safety
General precautions
General precautions When a problem is found on the machine
It is your responsibility to observe all If any problem (noise, vibration, smell,

pertinent laws and regulations and to disorder of instrument, smoke, oil leak,
follow the manufacture’s instructions on wrong indication of alarm or unusual
machine operation, inspection and indication in the instrument cluster, etc.) is
maintenance. detected during the operation or inspection
and maintenance of the machine,
Virtually all accidents occur as the result of a immediately inform your sales or service
failure to observe basic safety rules and dealer and take proper actions. Do not
precautions. operate the machine until the trouble is
Most accidents can be prevented by cleared.
identifying the potentially hazardous
situations beforehand.
Read and understand all safety messages Operating temperature range
which describe how to prevent accidents.
Do not operate the machine until you are To maintain the performance of machine and
sure that you have gained a proper to prevent it from early wear, observe the
understanding of its operation, inspection following operating conditions.
and maintenance. • Do not operate the machine if the ambient
temperature is higher than +45°C (+113°F)
or lower than –15°C (+5°F).
Observe all safety rules · If operated at an ambient temperature of
higher than +45°C (+113°F), the engine
• Operation, inspection and maintenance of may overheat and cause the engine oil to
this machine must be performed only by a degrade.
trained and qualified person. · If operated at an ambient temperature of
• All rules, regulations, precautions and lower than –15°C (+5°F), the parts made
safety procedures must be understood and of rubber such as gaskets may get
followed when performing operation, hardened to cause an early wear or
inspection and maintenance of this damage to the machine.
machine. · If the machine is to be used outside the
• Do not perform any operation, inspection ambient temperature range described
and maintenance of this machine when above, consult your sales or a service
under the adverse influence of alcohol, dealer.
drugs, medication, fatigue, or insufficient
sleep.
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Safety
General precautions
Wear appropriate clothing and protective Install a fire extinguisher and first aid kit
equipment
Be prepared for fire and accidents

• Do not wear loose clothing or any • Install an extinguisher and a first aid kit,
accessory that can catch on controls or in and learn how to use them.
moving parts. • Lean how to fight a fire and how to deal
• Do not wear oily or fuel stained clothing with accidents.
that can easily catch fire. • Know how to contact emergency
• Wear a hard hat, safety shoes, safety assistance and make a list of emergency
glasses, filter mask, heavy gloves, ear contacts.
protection and other protective equipment
as required by job conditions. Wear
required appropriate equipment such as Never remove safety equipment
safety glasses and filter mask when using
grinders, hammers or compressed air, as
metal fragments or other objects can fly
and cause serious injury.
• Use hearing protection when operating the
machine. Loud prolonged noise can cause
hearing impairments, even the total loss of
hearing.
• Make sure all protective guards, covers

and doors are in place and secured. Repair
or replace damaged parts before operating
the machine.
• Know how to use the safety lock lever, seat
belt and other safety equipment and use
them properly.
• Never remove any safety equipment except
for servicing. Keep all safety equipment in
good operating condition.
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Safety
General precautions
Use a signal person and a flag person Cautions when standing up from or
leaving the operator’s seat
Learn how to use the hand signals required

for particular jobs and make sure who has • Before standing up from the operator’s
the responsibility for signaling. seat to open/close the window or remove/
• All personnel must fully understand all the install the lower window, lower the working
signals. equipment to the ground, raise the safety
• The operator must respond to signals only lock levers to engage the lock and stop the
from the appointed signal person, but must engine. If any controls should be
obey a stop signal at any time from accidentally touched when the safety lock
anyone. levers is lowered (unlocked), the machine
• The signal person must stand in a clearly will suddenly move and cause serious
visible location when giving signals. injury or death.
• Be careful not to touch the operating levers
when raising or lowering the safety lock
levers.
• Before leaving the operator’s seat, lower
the working equipment to the ground, raise
the safety lock levers to engage the lock
and stop the engine. Also, be sure to
remove the key, lock the door and covers,
take it with you and store it in a specified
place.
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Safety
General precautions
Avoid fire and explosion hazards • When handling the fuel, washing oil or
paint, open the door and windows to
ventilate thoroughly.
• Store all flammable fluids and materials in a
safe and well-ventilated place.
• The short circuit of the electric system may
cause the fire. Check for any loosened
connections or damage to the wires every
day. Retighten the loosened connector and
wire clamp. Fix or change the damaged
wire.
• Fire from the pipes:
Make sure that the clamps, guards and
Keep flames away from fuel, oil, grease and cushions of the hoses and tubes are
antifreeze. Fuel is particularly flammable and securely fixed. If not, hoses or tubes may
dangerous. be damaged due to vibration or contact
• When handling these combustible with other parts during operation. This can
materials, keep lit cigarettes, matches, cause the high-pressure oil to spurt out,
lighters and other flames or sources of resulting in the fire or injury.
flames away.
• Do not smoke or permit open flames while
handling fuel or working on the fuel system.
• Do not leave the location while refilling with
fuel or oil.
• Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel
when the engine is running or still hot. Also,
do not spill the fuel on the hot surface of
the machine or the component of the
electric system.
• Clean up spilled fuel or oil immediately.
• Check for fuel, oil leak. Stop all leaks and
clean the machine before operating.
• When operating with grinder or welding,
move inflammables to a safe place.
• Do not cut or weld on pipes or tubes that
contain flammable fluids. Clean thoroughly
with nonflammable solvent before cutting
or welding.
• Remove all trash or debris from the
machine. Make sure that oily rags or other
flammable material are not stored on the
machine.
• Handle all solvents and dry chemicals
(foam type fire extinguisher) according to
procedures identified on manufacturer’s
containers. Work in a well-ventilated area.
• Never use fuel for cleaning purposes.
Always use a nonflammable solvent.
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Safety
General precautions
Exhaust fumes from the engine is Be careful not to get crushed or cut
poisonous
Never put your hands, feet or other parts of

• Do not operate the engine in an enclosed your body between the upperstructure and
area without adequate ventilation. the undercarriage or tracks, between the
• If natural ventilation is not possible, install machine body and working equipment, or
ventilators, fans, exhaust extension pipes between a cylinder and moving part. The
or other venting devices. sizes of these gaps change when the
machine moves, and a person can suffer
severe injury or death.
Handling asbestos dust
Inhaling asbestos dust can cause lung

cancer. When handling the materials which
may contain asbestos, take the following
precautions:
• Never use compressed air for cleaning.
• Avoid brushing or grinding parts containing
asbestos.
• For clean up, use a vacuum equipped with
a high efficiency particulate air filter (HEPA).
• Wear the stipulated respirator if there is no
other way to control the dust. When
working indoors, install a ventilation system
with a macromolecular filter.
• Do not allow unauthorized personnel in the
work area while working.
• Follow the rules and environmental
standard applicable to the work area.
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Safety
General precautions
Using optional products Never modify the machine
• Consult with Takeuchi before installing Unauthorized modifications to this machine

optional attachments. Depending on the can cause injury or death. Never make
type of attachments or the combination of unauthorized modifications to any part of this
them, the attachment may come into machine.
contact with the operator’s compartment
or the other parts of the machine. Make
sure that the optional attachment installed
is not contacted with other parts before
use.
• Do not use attachments that have not
been approved by Takeuchi. Doing so may
compromise safety or adversely affect the
machine’s operation or service life.
• Takeuchi will not be held responsible for
any injuries, accidents or damage to its
products caused by the use by a non-
approved attachment.
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Safety
Precautions when preparing
Precautions when Check the strength of the bridge
preparing When traveling over a bridge or a structure,

check the permissible load. If the strength is
Know the work area insufficient, reinforce the bridge or the
structure.
Before starting operation, know the working
area condition to ensure a safety operation.
• Inspect the topography and ground
condition of the working area, or the
structure of the building when working
indoors, and take the safety precautions as
necessary.
• Be sure to avoid all hazards and
obstructions such as ditches, underground
lines, trees, cliffs, overhead electrical wires,
or places where there is a danger of falling
rocks or slides.
Always keep the machine clean
• Check with the administrator for the

locations of buried gas pipes, water pipes
and power cables. If necessary, determine
what specific precautions must be taken to • Clean windows, mirrors and lights to
insure safety by consulting with the ensure good visibility.
administrator. Adjust the mirror to the best position for
• When working on roads, be sure to the operator to see the rear view (blind
consider the safety of pedestrians and spot) from the operator’s seat.
vehicles. • Wipe off any oil, grease, mud, snow or ice,
· Use a flag person and/or a signal. to prevent accidents due to slipping.
· Fence off the working area and keep off • Remove all loose objects and unnecessary
unauthorized persons. devices from the machine.
• When working in water or crossing shallow • Remove any dirt, oil or grease from the
streams or creeks, check the depth of the engine area to prevent fires.
water, the solidity of the ground and the • Clean around the operator’s seat and
water flow speed beforehand. remove any unnecessary object from the
Refer to “Cautions on operating” for further machine.
instructions.
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Safety
Precautions when preparing
Perform inspection and maintenance Emergency exit

every day
Front window (excluding machines with a
front guard)
Failure to identify or repair the irregularities or

damage on machine can lead to accidents.
• Before operating, perform the specified If you should become trapped inside the
inspection and make prompt repairs where cab, open the front window to get out.
necessary.
• If a failure occurs and the operation
becomes impossible or the engine fails, Emergency hammer (optional)
immediately stop the machine by following
the shutdown procedure, and keep
machine securely parked until the
malfunction is corrected.
Cautions in the operator’s compartment
• Remove mud and grease from shoe soles

before entering the operator’s
compartment. Pedaling the machine with
the shoes with mud and grease will cause
a slip accident.
• Do not leave the parts or tools around the An emergency hammer is installed to be
operator’s seat. used to escape from the cab in an
• Do not leave any plastic bottles in the emergency. When escaping, break the
operator’s compartment or attach any windows with the hammer.
suction cups on the window glass. The
plastic bottle or suction cup act as a lens
and can cause fire.
• Do not use the mobile phone during
traveling or working.
• Do not bring combustibles or explosives
into the operator’s compartment.
• After smoking, be sure to tightly close the
lid of the ashtray to put out the match or
cigarette.
• Do not leave the cigarette lighter in the
operator’s compartment. When the room
temperature rises, the lighter may explore.
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Safety
Precautions when starting
Precautions when
starting
Support your weight in a three point
secure stance when getting on/off the
machine
• Do not jump on or down from the machine.

Never attempt to get on or off the moving
machine.
• When getting on or off the cab, first fully • Check if there is a “DO NOT OPERATE”
open the door to the locked position and alert sign or similar sign is on the cab door,
check that it does not move (for machines controls or starter switch. If there is one, do
with cab). not start the engine or touch any levers.
• Sound the horn to warn people around the
machine.
Sit in the operator’s seat and start the

engine
• Adjust the seat to securely latch it.
• Climb up/down the steps facing the

machine and holding the handrail to
support your weight in a three point secure
stance (hand and feet).
• Never use the safety lock lever or control
levers as hand holds.
Before starting the machine, ask any • Fasten the seat belt.
unauthorized personnel to leave the area • Check if the parking brake is on and all
control levers and pedals are in the neutral
Do not start the engine until you are sure it is position.
safe to start the machine by checking the • Check if the safety lock lever is in the lock
following items. position.
• Walk around the machine and warn the • Make sure that no one is near the machine.
person who is servicing the machine or is • Start and operate the machine only from
walking near the machine. Do not start the the operator’s seat.
machine until you are certain that no one is • Never attempt to start the engine by
around the machine. shorting across the starter terminals.
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Safety
Precautions when starting
Starting with jumper cables In cold climates
Use jumper cables only in the recommended • Be careful of slippery conditions on freezing
manner. Improper use of jumper cables can ground, steps and hand holds.
result in battery explosion or unexpected • In severe cold climates, do not touch any
machine motion. metal parts of the machine with bare
Refer to “If the battery goes dead” for further hands. The skin will freeze to the metal,
instructions. resulting in severe injury.
• Do not use ether or starting fluid on this
engine. The starting fluids can cause
After starting the engine explosion and serious injury or death.
• Warm up the engine and hydraulic oil. If the
After starting the engine, perform the levers are operated without warming, the
operations and checks described below in a machine will not react or move promptly or
safe place with no persons or obstacles in properly, resulting in accident.
the area. If any malfunction is found, follow
the shutdown procedure and report the
malfunction.
• Warm up the engine and hydraulic oil.
• Check if all gauges and warning devices
are properly working.
• Check for any noises.
• Test the engine speed control.
• Operate each control to ensure they are
properly working.
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Safety
Precautions when operating
Precautions when Check if the work area is safe and secure

before operation
operating
Ensure good visibility
• When working in dark places, turn on the

machine’s working lights and headlights
and additional lighting equipment installed,
as necessary.
• When visibility is poor due to bad weather
(fog, snow, rain or a cloud of dust), stop
operating the machine and wait until
visibility improves.
• Confirm the performance limits of the
machine.
Do not permit riders on the machine • Use a signal person at road shoulders,
narrow places or where your vision is
obstructed.
• Never allow anyone to enter the machine’s
slewing radius and path.
• Signal your intention to move by sounding
the horn.
• There is a blind spot in the rear of the
machine. Before traveling in reverse, check
that the area is safe and clear.
Do not allow anyone to ride on any part of

the machine at any time while traveling or
operating.
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Safety
Check the position of the undercarriage that the travel speed changes depending
(tracks) before traveling on the load condition (for machines with
the automatic travel shift-down system).
• When traveling on the uneven road or
sharp slope, turn off the deceleration
switch and the auto-deceleration switch. If
the machine is operated on such roads
with these switches turned on, the engine
speed may increase, causing the machine
to travel unexpectedly rapidly (for machines
with the deceleration and auto-deceleration
switches).
Before operating the travel levers/pedals,

make sure that the dozer blade is to the front
of the operator’s seat. Remember that when
the dozer blade is to the rear of the
operator’s seat, the travel levers/pedals must
be operated in the reverse direction from
when it is to the front.
Travel safely
• Avoid crossing over obstacles whenever
possible. If you must do so, keep the hoe
attachment close to the ground level and
travel slowly. Never cross obstacles which
will tilt the machine to an angle of 10° or
greater.
• On uneven ground, maintain the low speed
and avoid starting, stopping or changing
directions abruptly. Otherwise, the working
equipment may come in contact with the
ground, causing the machine to lose its
balance and get damaged or to damage
• Travel with the dozer blade raised, the hoe the structures in the surrounding area.
attachment folded as shown on the figure
above, and the bucket raised 30 to 40 cm
(12 to 16 in.) above the ground.
• Do not slew while traveling. If you must
operate the hoe attachment while traveling,
operate at speeds slow enough so you
have complete control at all times.
• When a load greater than a set value is
applied during traveling in 2nd (high)
speed, the speed will automatically slow
down to 1st (low) speed. When the load
becomes lighter, the speed will increase
and return to 2nd (high) speed. Remember
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Safety
Cautions on traveling on slopes • When traveling on slopes or grades, drive

slowly in 1st (low) speed. When
When traveling on slopes or grades, be descending a slope, slow down the engine
careful that the machine does not tip (roll) speed.
over or slide. • Do not descend slopes in reverse.
• Never travel on slopes that are too steep
for the machine to maintain its stability
(maximum gradeability: 35°, lateral tipping
angle: 15°). Note that in reality, the
machine’s stability becomes lower than the
above values depending on the working
condition.
• Do not change directions on slopes or

traverse slopes. First return to a flat
surface, and then take an alternative path.
• The machine may slip sideways even on a
slight slope if the ground is covered with
grass or dead leaves, or when traveling on
a wet metal plate or frozen surfaces. Make
sure the machine is never positioned
sideways on slopes.
• If the machine is stalled on the slope,
return each operating lever to the neutral
position before restarting the engine.
• When climbing a hill, keep the operator’s

seat facing the hillside. When descending a
hill, keep the operator’s seat facing the
downhill direction. In either case, travel
must be done while paying attention to the
ground in front of the machine.
• When traveling on slopes, lower the bucket
to a height of 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in.)
above the ground. When climbing a steep
slope, extend the hoe attachment to the
front. In emergencies, lower the bucket to
the ground and stop the machine.
1-14
Safety
Operate the machine on snow or ice with Ensure driver’s safety when loading
extra care
• When traveling on snow or on frozen

surfaces, drive at a low speed and avoid
starting, stopping or changing directions
abruptly.
• In the snowy area, the road shoulder and
objects placed beside the road are buried
in the snow and cannot be seen. There is a
hazard of the machine tipping over or
hitting covered objects, so always carry out
operations carefully.
• If the machine enters deep snow, there is a Do not load a truck unless the truck driver is
hazard that it may tip over or become in a safe place.
buried in the snow. • Never swing or position the bucket over a
Be careful not to drive beyond the road person or the cab room.
shoulder or to get trapped in a snow drift. • Load the truck from the rear.
• With frozen ground surfaces, the ground
becomes soft when the temperature rises,
and this may cause the machine to tip
over, resulting in an operator trapped inside
the machine.
• When parking the machine on an unstable
ground, lower the dozer blade.
Do not move the bucket over the heads of

people
Moving the bucket over the heads of people

entails the danger of the load spilling or the
sudden dropping of the bucket.
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Safety
Keep a safe distance from the overhead

high-voltage cables
• Pay also careful attention to the high-

voltage electric cables buried underground.
Never bring any part of the machine or

loaded material to near to the high voltage
cables unless all safety precautions required
by the local and national authorities have
been installed. If a person comes near to the
machine that is discharging sparks or
located near to or in contact with the power
source, there is a hazard of electric shock
and death.
• Always maintain a safe distance between
the machine and the high-voltage electric
cable.
• Check with the local power company
about safe operating procedure before
starting operations.
• Consider all cables to be high-voltage
cables and treat all cables as energized
even though it is known or believed that
the power is shut off and the cables are
visibly grounded.
• Use a signal person to give warning if the
machine approaches too close to the high-
voltage electric cables.
• Caution all personnel in the work area not
to come close to the machine or the
loaded material.
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Safety
Watch out for hazardous working

conditions
• Do not enter areas where there is soft

ground. Doing so could cause the machine
to tilt under its own weight, resulting in a
• Never undercut a high bank. Doing so is machine tipping over or sinking into the
dangerous as it may cause ground ground.
collapse.
• Do not operate in places where there is a
danger of falling rocks.
• Do not come close to unstable grounds

(cliffs, road shoulders, deep ditches). If the
ground should collapse under the weight
• Maintain a safe distance between the or vibration of the machine, there is a
machine and the edge of the digging site. hazard that the machine may fall or tip
Do not dig the ground under the front of over.
the machine. · Remember that the soil after heavy rain
• When working close to the cliffs or road or blasting is weak.
shoulders, to make it easier to escape if · The ground of top of the embankment
there is any problem, set the crawlers at and of the circumferences of the
right angles to the cliff or road shoulder and excavated ditches are also weak.
the dozer blade to the front when carrying
out operations.
1-17
Safety
• Do not use the impact force of the hoe

attachment for breaking work. There is a
hazard of serious injury being caused by
flying pieces of broken materials and by the
damaged hoe attachment.
Be careful with flying objects
This machine is not equipped with protective

equipment to protect the operator from flying
• Do not perform demolition work under the objects. Do not use this machine in places
machine. There is a hazard that the where there are risks of the operator being
machine may fall down, because the hit by flying objects.
ground becomes unstable.
• When working on or from the top of
buildings or other structures, check the
strength and the structure before starting
operations. If a building or structure
collapses, serious injury or damage will
result.
• When doing demolition work, do not

perform demolition above your head. There
is a hazard of broken parts falling or of the
building collapsing and causing serious
injury or damage.
1-18
Safety
Operating on slopes is dangerous Never slew (swing) sideways with a heavy

load
When operating on slopes or grades, slewing
or operation of working equipment may
cause the machine to lose stability and tip
over. Avoid operating on slopes whenever
possible.
The machine can tip over more easily in the

lateral direction than in the longitudinal
direction.
• Do not slew (swing) sideways with a heavy
load at the tip of the hoe attachment. In
• Level off the work area. particular, do not slew (swing) sideways on
slopes.
• The tip of the attachment is heavier for
machines equipped with breakers,
crushers or long arms than for machines
equipped with the standard bucket. For
such machines with heavier tips, do not
perform excavation with the digging arm
(boom) facing the downhill direction or
operate toward sideways.
Be careful with the overhead objects

• Avoid slewing to the downhill direction with
the bucket full of loaded material. This will
reduce the stability of the machine and
may result in tipping over.
When operating under bridges, in tunnels,

near electric cables or indoors, be careful not
to let the boom or arm hit overhead objects.
1-19
Safety
Excavators are not designed for lifting Cautions when towing

loads
When towing, serious injury or death could

This machine is specifically designed for result, if performed incorrectly or the wire
excavation work. Therefore, it has no safety rope being used is inappropriate or not
equipment for crane operation. Extreme properly inspected.
caution should be paid if the excavator is • It becomes dangerous if the wire rope
used for lifting. breaks or becomes disengaged. Use a
• Never lift loads in excess of capacity. wire rope appropriate for the required
Overload will cause the machine to roll and tractive force.
can result in serious injury or death. • Do not use a wire rope that is kinked,
• All rated lift capacities are determined by twisted or otherwise damaged.
using a machine placed on a stable and flat • Do not apply heavy loads abruptly to the
ground. For a safe lifting work, the user is wire rope.
expected to make due allowance for the • Wear safety gloves when handling the wire
particular job conditions. They include, soft rope.
or uneven ground, non-level condition, side • Make sure there is an operator on the
loads, dynamic or jerked loads, hazardous machine being towed as well as on the
conditions, and experience of personnel. machine that is towing.
The operator and other personnel should • Never tow on slopes.
fully acquaint themselves with the • Do not let anyone come near to the wire
operator’s manual before operating this rope while towing.
machine, and rules for safe operation of
equipment shall be adhered to at all times.
• The bucket linkage or lifting device may fail
if chains or lifting device are incorrectly
attached, resulting in serious injury or
death.
• Do not attempt to pull stumps out of the
ground when using the machine as a
crane. The loads imposed on the machine
under this use are completely unknown.
• Do not allow anyone to stand on or under
the lifted loads or come close to the work
area.
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Safety
Precautions when stopping
Precautions when • Before leaving the machine, do the

followings:
stopping 1. Lower the bucket and the dozer blade to
the ground.
Park safely 2. Raise the safety lock lever to the locked
position.
3. Stop the engine and remove the starter
key.
4. Lock the cab and covers and take the
key with you.
• Park the machine on a flat, rigid and safe

ground. Set the parking brake.
If you must park on a slope or incline, park

the machine securely and block the
movement of the machine.
• When parking on a street, use barriers,
caution signs, lights, etc., so that the
machine can easily be seen even at night
to avoid collision with other vehicles.
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Safety
Precautions when transporting
Precautions when • Lock the cab door after being loaded, if

applicable. Otherwise, the door may open
transporting during transport.
• Chock the tracks and secure the machine
Load/unload the machine safely to the truck bed with wire rope or chain.
The machine may roll or tip over or fall while

being loaded or unloaded. Take the following
precautions:
• Select a firm, level surface and keep
sufficient distance from road shoulders.
• Secure the ramps of adequate strength
and size to the truck bed. The slope of the
ramps must not exceed 15°. If the rumps
are bowed down too low, support them
with poles or blocks.
• Never use the working equipment to load
or unload the machine. Doing so may
result in tipping over or falling down of the
machine.
• Keep the truck bed and loading ramps
clean of oil, soil, ice, snow, and other
materials to prevent the machine from
sliding sideways. Clean the crawlers.
• Chock the transporter wheels to prevent
movement.
• Turn off the deceleration switch and auto-
deceleration switch. Otherwise, the engine
speed may suddenly increase to cause
troubles.
• When being loaded or unloaded, travel
slowly in 1st (low) gear by following the
signal from the signal person.
• Never change courses on the ramps.
• Do not slew/swing on the ramps. The
machine may tip over.
• When slewing/swinging on the truck bed,
do it slowly as the footing should be
unstable.
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Safety
Precautions when transporting
Hoist the machine safely Transport the machine safely
• Know and use correct crane signals. • Know and follow the applicable safety
• Check the hoisting equipment for damaged rules, vehicle code and traffic laws when
or missing parts on a daily basis and transporting the machine.
replace as necessary. • Select the best transport route by
• When hoisting, use a wire rope capable of considering the length, width, height and
lifting the machine mass. weight of the truck with the machine
• Hoist the machine in such a manner loaded on it.
described in the procedure below. Do not • Never abruptly start or stop or run at a high
do it in any other manner, as it may result in speed at the sharp curves during transport.
the machine losing its balance. Doing so will move or lose the balance of
Refer to “Hoisting the machine” for further the loaded machine.
instructions.
• Do not hoist the machine with an operator
on it.
• When hoisting, hoist slowly so that the
machine does not tip.
• Keep everyone out of the area when
hoisting. Do not move the machine over
the heads of the persons.
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Safety
Precautions on maintenance
Precautions on Replace safety-critical parts periodically
maintenance • Replace fuel hoses periodically. Fuel hoses

wear out over time, even if they do not
Display a “DO NOT OPERATE” alert sign show any symptom of wear.
• Regardless of the replacement schedule,
Severe injury could result if an unauthorized replace immediately if a symptom of wear
person should start the engine or touch is found.
controls during inspection or maintenance. Refer to “List of safety-critical parts” for
• Before performing maintenance, stop the further details.
engine, remove the key and take it with
you.
Explosionproof lighting
• Display a “DO NOT OPERATE” alert sign

on easy-to-see locations such as on the To prevent an ignition or explosion, use
starter switch or on control levers. explosion-proof lights when inspecting fuel,
oil, coolant or battery fluid. Otherwise,
explosion could result causing serious injury
Use the correct tools or death.
Do not use damaged or weakened tools or

tools designed for other purposes. Use tools
appropriate for the work involved.
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Safety
Prohibit access by unauthorized persons Always keep the machine clean
Do not allow unauthorized personnel in the • Clean the machine before performing
work area while working. Be careful when maintenance.
grinding, welding or using a hammer. You • Stop the engine before washing the
could be injured by flying debris from the machine. Cover the electrical parts so that
machine. water cannot enter. Water on electrical
parts could cause short-circuits or
malfunctions. Do not use water or steam to
Prepare work area wash the battery, electronic control
components, sensors, connectors or the
• Select a firm, level work area. Make sure operator’s compartment.
there is adequate light and, if indoors,
ventilation.
• Clear obstacles and dangerous objects. Stop the engine before performing
Eliminate slippery areas. maintenance
• Avoid lubrication or mechanical

adjustments while the machine is moving
or while the engine is running when the
machine is not moving.
• If maintenance must be performed with the
engine running, always work as a two
person team communicating each other.
· One person must sit in the operator’s
seat so that he/she can immediately stop
the engine when necessary. He/she must
take care not to touch the lever or pedal
unless necessary.
· The one who performs maintenance
must make sure to keep his/her body or
clothing away from the moving part of the
machine.
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Safety
Stay clear of the moving parts Secure the working equipment
To prevent unexpected movement, firmly

secure the working equipment when
repairing or replacing the bucket teeth or
side cutter.
Secure the engine hood or cover when

opened
Be sure to secure the engine hood or cover

before working the inside. Do not keep the
• Stay clear of all rotating and moving parts. hood or cover open on a windy day or if the
If a hand or tool becomes trapped in the machine is parked on a slope.
rotating or moving part, serious injury or
death could result.
• If a tool or other objects is dropped or Place heavy objects in a stable position
inserted in the fan or fan belt, it will be
flown or cut in pieces. Do not drop or insert
anything in the fan or fan belt.
Firmly secure the machine or any

component that may fall
When it is necessary to temporally place a

heavy object or an attachment on the ground
during removal or installation, be sure to
place it in a stable position. Keep off
unauthorized persons from the storage place
for such object.
• Before performing maintenance or repairs

under the machine, lower all moveable
working equipment to the ground or in the
lowermost position.
• Chock the tracks.
• If you must work beneath the raised
machine or equipment, always use wood
blocks, jack-stands or other rigid and
stable supports. Never get under the
machine or working equipment if they are
not sufficiently supported. This procedure
is especially important when working on
hydraulic cylinders.
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Safety
Cautions when refueling Be careful with hot and pressurized

components
• Do not smoke or permit open flames while

fueling or near fueling operations. Stop the engine and allow the machine to
• Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel cool down before performing maintenance.
when the engine is running or still hot. Do • The engine, muffler, radiator, hydraulic
not spill fuel on the hot surface of the lines, sliding parts and many other parts of
machine. the machine are hot immediately after the
• Fill the fuel tank in a well ventilated place. engine is stopped. Touching these parts
• Do not fill the fuel tank to capacity. Allow will cause burns.
room for oil expansion. • The engine coolant, hydraulic oil and other
• Clean up spilled fuel immediately. oils are also hot and under high pressure.
• Securely tighten the fuel filler cap. If the fuel Be careful not to touch the hydraulic oil
cap is lost, replace it only with the genuine when loosening the cap or plug. Working
cap. Use of a non-approved cap without on the machine under these conditions
proper venting may result in pressurization could result in burns or injuries due to the
of the tank. hot oil spurting out.
• Never use fuel for cleaning.
• Use the correct grade of fuel for the
operating season.
Handling of hoses
Oil leak or fuel leak can cause a fire.

• Do not twist, bend or hit the hoses.
• Never use twisted, bent or cracked pipes,
tubes or hoses; otherwise, they may burst.
• Retighten loose connection.
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Safety
Be careful with hot cooling systems Release pressure before working on the
hydraulic system
Oil may spurt out if caps or filters are

removed or pipes are disconnected before
releasing the pressure in the hydraulic
system.
• Immediately after the engine is stopped,
and while the safety lock lever is still in the
unlock position, turn the starter switch to
ON and move all the control levers and
pedals several times all the way in each
direction to release the pressure from the
Do not remove the radiator cap or the drain working equipment circuitry.
plug when the cooling water is hot. Stop the • Press the air breather button to relieve the
engine and wait until the engine and the internal pressure from the tank.
cooling water cool. Then, slowly loosen the • When removing plugs or screws, or when
radiator cap to release the internal pressure disconnecting hoses, stand to the side and
and remove it. loosen them slowly to gradually release the
internal pressure before removing.
Be careful with oil internal pressure • Oil or plug may spurt out according to the
pressure in the travel motor case. Loosen
Pressure is maintained in the hydraulic circuit the plug slowly and release the internal
long after the engine has been shut down. pressure.
• Completely relieve the internal pressure
before performing maintenance work.
Be careful with debris when the hammer
is being used
When using a hammer, pins may fly out or

metal particles may be scattered. This may
lead to serious injury.
• If hard metal parts such as pins, bucket
teeth, side cutter or bearings are hit with a
hammer, wear protective gear such as
safety goggles and gloves.
• When hitting pins or bucket teeth, always
check that there is no one in the
• The hydraulic oil is high enough pressure to surrounding area.
penetrate the skin or eyes and cause
serious injury, blindness or death.
Remember that the hydraulic oil escaping
from a small hole is almost invisible. When
checking for leaks, wear protective goggle
and thick gloves, and use a paperboard or
plywood to keep your skin from oil
spurting.
If oil penetrates the skin, it must be
surgically removed within a few hours by a
doctor familiar with this type of injury.
1-28
Safety
Never disassemble the track adjuster Handling of the accumulator
There is a very strong spring contained in the Be sure to handle the high-pressure nitrogen
track adjuster. If the track adjuster is gas enclosed in the accumulator with care. If
accidentally disassembled, the spring can handled incorrectly, it could explode and
pop out, resulting in serious injury Never cause serious injury. Strictly observe the
disassemble the track adjuster. following precautions:
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not allow flame near or throw it into a
Cautions when servicing the air fire.
conditioner • Do not drill, weld or fuse.
• Do not subject it to physical shock such as
If the refrigerant comes in contact with eyes, hitting, rolling or dropping.
it damages your eyesight. If the refrigerant • Before disposing of the unit, the sealed gas
comes in contact with skin, it may cause must be drained. Contact a Takeuchi
frostbite. Never touch the refrigerant. service agent for help.
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Safety
Disconnect the battery wiring • Do not charge a battery or jump-start the

engine if the battery is frozen; otherwise it
may explode. Warm the frozen battery to
15°C (60°F) before use.
• Do not use the battery when the fluid level
is below the lower level limit. Doing so will
hasten the deterioration of the internal
portions of the battery and shorten the
battery life. It also can cause rupturing
(explosion).
• Do not add the distilled water above the
upper level limit. Doing so could cause the
fluid to leak. This fluid can cause skin
Disconnect the battery wiring before working damage if contacted, or can cause the
on the electrical system or doing electric machine components to corrode.
welding. Disconnect the negative (–) battery • Use a dampened cloth to clean around the
cable first. When reconnecting, connect the fluid level line and check the fluid level. Do
negative (–) battery cable last. not clean with a dry cloth; otherwise it
could cause static electricity to build up,
resulting in ignition or explosion.
Use caution when handling batteries
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid which will

damage the eyes or skin in case of
contact.
· If eye contact occurs, flush immediately
with clean water and get prompt medical
attention.
· If accidentally swallowed, drink large
quantities of water or milk and call a
physician immediately.
· If acid contacts skin or clothing, wash off
immediately with a lot of water.
• Wear protective goggle and gloves when
working with batteries.
• Batteries generate flammable hydrogen
gas which may explode. Keep away from
flame, sparks, fire or lighted cigarettes.
• When checking the level of the battery
fluid, use a flashlight.
• Be sure to stop the engine by turning off
the starter switch before inspecting or
handling the battery.
• Be careful not to let metal tools or any
metal objects come into contact with the
battery terminals and cause a short circuit.
• Loose battery terminals may result in
sparks. Be sure to fasten terminals tightly.
• Make sure the battery caps are tightened
securely.
1-30
Safety
Periodically replace the safety-critical Jump starting with booster cables

parts
• When starting the engine using the booster
• To use the machine safely for a longer cables, be sure to connect the cables in
period, periodically add oil and perform the proper order described below. Wrongly
inspection and maintenance. To improving connected cables can result in sparking
the safely, replace the safety-critical parts and battery explosion.
like hoses and seat belts periodically. Refer · Do not allow the “machine in trouble” and
to “Safety-critical parts to be replaced “rescue machine” to touch each other.
periodically” for further details. · Do not allow the positive (+) and negative
• The “Safety-critical parts to be replaced (–) clips of the booster cables to touch
periodically” are the parts which each other or to come in contact with the
deteriorate, wear and fatigue after repeated machine.
use and whose properties change over · When connecting, attach the positive
time. While these characters of these parts booster cable to the positive (+) terminals
could cause serious physical or personal first. When disconnecting, remove the
damage, judging the remaining life of these negative cable from the negative (–)
part are difficult from external inspection or terminal (ground) first.
the feeling when operating. · Be sure to connect the clips securely.
• Replace the “Safety-critical parts to be · Connect the last clip of the booster cable
replaced periodically” if any defect is found to a point as far away from the battery as
from external inspection, even when they possible.
have not reached the time specified • Always wear the protective goggle and
interval. gloves when starting the engine by using
the booster cables.
• Use the booster cables and clips of a size
suited to the capacity of battery. Do not
use damaged or corroded booster cables
and clips.
• Be sure that the battery of the “rescue
machine” has the same capacity as the
battery of the “machine in trouble”.
1-31
Safety
Have a Takeuchi service agent repair Disposing of wastes

welding
If welding must be performed, make sure

that it is done by a qualified person in a
properly equipped workplace. To prevent any
part from breaking down or being damaged
due to overcurrent or sparks, observe the
following.
• Disconnect the wiring from the battery
before doing electric welding.
• Do not continuously apply 200 V or more.
• The earth ground must be connected
within one meter from the welding section. • Always collect oil that is drained from the
Do not connect the earth ground near to machine in containers. Improperly
an electronically controlled device/ disposed waste oil can cause
instrument or connectors. environmental harm.
• Make sure that there are no seals or • Follow appropriate laws and regulations
bearings between the welding section and when disposing of harmful objects such as
the earth ground. oil, fuel, coolant, solvent, filters and
• Do not connect the earth ground around batteries.
the pins for the working equipment or
hydraulic cylinders.
• When welding is to be done on the Handling of poisonous chemicals
machine body, disconnect the connectors
for the electronically controlled devices Poisonous chemicals will cause serious injury
before working. if directly contacted.
Poisonous chemistry used in this machine
includes grease, battery solution, coolant,
Vibrations operators are subject to paint and adhesive agent.
Handle the poisonous chemicals properly
According to the results of the tests with care.
conducted to determine the vibrations
transmitted to the operator by the machine,
the upper limbs are subjected to vibrations
lower than 2.5 m/s2 (8.2 ft/s2) while the
seated part of the body is subjected to
vibrations lower than 0.5 m/s2 (1.64 ft/s2).
Checks after maintenance
• Gradually increase the engine speed from a

low idle to maximum speed and check that
there is no oil or water leaking from the
serviced parts.
• Operate each control lever and check that
the machine is operating properly.
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Safety
Safety signs (decals)

For the safety of the operator and the personnel working around the site, safety signs (decals)
are placed at certain locations on the machine as shown below. Walk around the machine with
this manual, and check the content and location of these safety signs. Review these signs and
the operating instructions in this manual with your machine operators.
• Keep the signs clean and legible. If any of the safety labels is peeling or damaged and
becomes difficult to read, replenish it with a new one. Please include your product serial
number when ordering a new sign from the Takeuchi service agent.
• When a part/unit to which a safety sign is attached is replenished, a new sign must be
attached to the new part/unit.
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Safety
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Safety
1-35
Safety
1-36
Safety
1-37
1-38
Controls
2-1
Controls
Names of components
Names of components
Upperstructure Undercarriage Working equipment

1. Cab 6. Crawler belt 11. Bucket
2. Seat 7. Idler 12. Bucket cylinder
3. Engine hood 8. Track roller 13. Arm
4. Fuel tank 9. Carrier roller 14. Arm cylinder
5. Hydraulic tank 10. Travel motor 15. Boom
16. Boom cylinder
2-Piece boom 17. Boom bracket
18. Swing cylinder
19. Auxiliary hydraulic lines
20. Dozer blade
21. Blade cylinder
22. Second boom
23. Second boom cylinder
2-2
Controls
Names of components
1. Instrument cluster 18. Automatic deceleration switch*

2. Starter switch 19. ECO mode switch*
3. Blade lever 20. Highland mode switch*
4. Throttle controller 21. Auxiliary 1st flow rate select switch
5. Right operating lever* 22. Detent mode switch
6. Horn button 23. Overload warning switch*
7. Deceleration button 24. Beacon lamp switch*
8. Boom swing pedal 25. Engine shutdown switch
9. Trip/Data switch 26. Auxiliary 2nd/4th switch*
10. Travel lever/Pedal 27. Auxiliary 2/4 select button*
11. Travel speed button 28. Third auxiliary hydraulic button*
12. Left operating lever* 29. Third auxiliary hydraulic switch*
13. Auxiliary 1st switch* 30. Cigarette lighter
14. Safety lock lever 31. Radio
15. Light switch 32. AC Control panel*
16. Wiper switch 33. Swing/ Second boom select button*
17. Washer switch
*: Subject to the specifications or optional products selected
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Covers
Covers Opening
Starter key
1. Insert the starter key and turn it

counterclockwise to unlock the side cover
The starter key is used to start and stop the (1).
engine, as well as to lock and unlock the 2. Push in the key hole with your thumb and
following components: open the side cover (1) all the way.
• Cab door
• Engine hood
• Covers
Side cover
Warning
• Stop the engine and allow the machine
to cool down before performing
maintenance.
• Be sure to secure the side cover with 3. Raise the stopper (2) to secure the cover.
the stopper before working inside. Do 4. Store the tools.
not keep the side cover open on a
windy day or if the machine is parked Closing
on a slope. 1. Close the side cover (1) and press it down
• When opening and closing the side until a click is heard.
cover, be careful not to get your hands
or other parts of your body caught by
the cover.
For inspection and maintenance of the

hydraulic oil system, fuel system, coolant
system or window washer, open this cover.
The grease gun and the tools are also stored
in the cover.
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Covers
Fuel lid Fuel filler port
Caution Warning
When opening and closing the fuel lid, be • Do not smoke and keep away from heat
careful not to get your hands caught by or flame while filling the fuel tank.
the lid. • Fill the fuel tank in a well ventilated
place, with the engine turned off.
For adding fuel or checking the level of • Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
hydraulic oil or coolant, open this cover. • Do not fill the fuel tank to capacity.
Allow room for oil expansion.
Opening • Securely tighten the fuel filler cap.
Opening
AM0B0011

counterclockwise to unlock the fuel lid (1).
2. Remove the starter key, push in the key AM1B0041
hole with your thumb and open the fuel lid 1. Open the fuel lid.
(1) all the way until it stops. 2. Turn the fuel cap (1) counterclockwise and
remove it.
Closing
1. Close the fuel lid (1). Closing
2. Insert the starter key and turn it clockwise 1. Turn the fuel cap (1) it clockwise and close
to lock the fuel lid (1). it.
2. Close the fuel lid and lock it.
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Covers
Engine hood Fuse box cover

For inspection and maintenance of the fuse
Warning or air conditioner filter, open this cover. The
• Before opening the engine hood, be port for connecting to a computer is inside
sure to stop the engine. If a hand or tool the box.
becomes trapped in the rotating or
moving part, serious injury could result. Opening
• Be sure to secure the side cover with
the stopper before working inside. Do
not keep the side cover open on a
windy day or if the machine is parked
on a slope.
• When opening or closing the engine
hood, be careful not to get your hands
or other parts of your body caught by it.
Opening
1. Remove the wing bolt (1).

2. Tilt the fuse box cover (2) forward.
Closing
1. Close the fuse box cover (2) and secure it
with the wing bolt (1).

counterclockwise to unlock the engine
hood (1).
2. Push in the key hole with your thumb and
open the engine hood (1).
Closing
1. Close the engine hood (1) and press down
the edge of it until a click is heard.
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Cab
Cab 2. Open the door fully and press it against

the cab to secure it in place.
Cab door
Closing
Warning
When getting on or off the cab, first open
the door all the way until it is secured in
the catch and check that it does not
move.
Open the door fully and press it against the

catch at the back of the door to secure it in
place.
The door must be locked when getting on or
off the machine and while in operation.
1. Push the release lever (3) to the lower.
Locking and unlocking 2. Close the released door.
Emergency exit
Front window (excluding machines with a
front guard)
Insert the starter key and turn it.
Opening
1. Pull the knob (1) towards you and open
the door.
If you should become trapped inside the

cab, open the front window to get out.
To open the door from inside the cab,

push the lever (2) to the lower.
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Cab
Front window 5. Release your thumb from the knobs (2)

and then lift the front window (3) fully and
lock the front window with lock pin (4).
Warning
• Grasp the handles firmly with both Closing
hands when opening and closing the
front window. Your head or hands may Warning
get caught if it slips from your hands. When closing the front window slowly so
• When the front window is opened or as not to hit your head. Lowering the
closed, it will come close to the head. window abruptly may result injury or
Be careful that the window does not damage the front window.
strike the head.
• When you open the front window, be
sure to lock it in place with the lock pins
on the left and right sides. The window
may fall if it is not locked in place.
Opening
1. Grasp the left and right handles (1) and

press the knobs (2) with your thumb to
release the lock.
2. Pull down the front window (3) and while
doing so, slide it to the front and slowly
lower it.
1. Park on a level surface and stop the
engine.
2. Set the safety lock lever to the locked
position.
3. Grasp the left and right handles (1) and
press the knobs (2) with your thumb to
release the lock.
4. Pull the front window (3) toward you and
lift while doing so.
3. Release your thumb from the knobs (2)

and then press the front window toward
front and lock the front window with lock
pin (4).
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Cab
Lower front window Side window

Removing
1. Grasp the catch (7), unlock it and open

the side window.
1. Open the front window and stow it in the 2. To close the side window, close it until a
ceiling. click is heard.
2. Slowly lift the lower front window (4).
Emergency hammer (optional)
3. Hold the window in a vertical position (the

bottom of the window should be in front of
you), place it through the guide (5) on the An emergency hammer is installed to be
left side of the cab, and then secure it with used to escape from the cab in an
the support (6). emergency. When escaping, break the
windows with the hammer.
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Seat and seat belt
Seat and seat belt (B) Fore-and-aft adjustment

1. Pull up the lever (2) and slide the seat
Seat backward or forward to the desired
position for operation of machine.
2. Release the lever (2) at the desired
Warning position to secure the seat.
• Adjust and secure the seat. Adjustment range: 15 positions, in 150
• Do not make any adjustments while mm (5.9 in.)
operating the machine.
(C) Adjusting according to operator’s

weight
1. Turn the handle (3) until the scale indicates
the weight of operator.
(A) Adjusting the backrest angle Adjustment range: 50 to 130 kg (110 to
287 lbs)
Warning
• Do not set the backrest to its maximum (D) Adjusting the height of the seat
reclining position and slide the seat Upward
backwards at the same time. Doing so 1. Lift the seat to first or second position
may damage the rear window or cause click-stop.
injury. Adjustment ranges: 2positions, in 60mm
• Remember that the backrest returns to (2.36 in.)
the forward position abruptly due to the Downward
spring force. 1. First lift the seat to highest position, then
the seat can be lowered to lowest
1. Sit up and sit back in the chair. position.
2. Pull up the lever (1), recline the backrest
by using the spring force. Release the
lever (1) at the desired angle to secure the
backrest.
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Seat and seat belt
(E) Adjusting the headrest (Option) Seat belt

The headrest (E) can be moved upward or
downward.
1. Grab the headrest (E) with both hands, Caution
and move upward or downward to the Be sure to fasten the seat belt securely
desired position. before starting the engine.
(F) Adjusting the operating lever stand Fastening the seat belt
1. Adjust the seat to the desired position for
operation, sit up and sit back in the chair.
2. Pull the seat belt to the desired length.
1. Pull up the lever (5) and slide the lever

stand (seat).
2. Release the lever (5) at the desired angle
to secure the lever stand (seat). 3. Make sure that the belt is not twisted and
Adjustment range: 9 positions, in 90 mm then insert the tongue plate (A) into the
(3.5 in.) buckle (B) of the seat belt until you hear a
clicking sound as it locks in place.
4. Check if the belt is securely locked by
pulling it, and arrange the belt around your
waist.
Releasing the seat belt
1. Grasp the tongue plate (A) and press the

button (C) on the buckle (B).
The seat belt retracts back into its original
position.
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Seat and seat belt
Air Suspension Seat (A) Adjusting the lumber support

1. Turning the knob (1) in the direction of the
arrow causes the lumber of the backrest
Warning to curve outwards.
• Adjust and secure the seat. 2. Turning the knob (1) further removes the
• Do not make any adjustments while curve and returns the seat to its original
operating the machine. position.
(B) Adjusting the backrest angle

Warning
• Do not set the backrest to its maximum
reclining position and slide the seat
backwards at the same time. Doing so
may damage the rear window or cause
injury.
• Remember that the backrest returns to
the forward position abruptly due to the
spring force.
1. Sit up and sit back in the chair.

2. Pull up the lever (2), adjust the backrest
rear angle by using the spring force on the
chair back. Release the lever (2) at the
desired angle to secure the backrest.
(C) Adjusting the absorber

The seat adjustment using the absorber is
applicable for various traveling conditions on
roads or off roads. The cushioning effect can
be individually set for each case.
Turn the lever (3) to the desired position and
release.
Positions between
1: Soft cushioning
and
4: Hard cushioning
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Seat and seat belt
(D) The fore/aft isolator (F) Adjusting the seat height

It is activated under certain conditions such
as crashing. Impacts of crash applied in the IMPORTANT: Be sure to set the absorber
operating direction can be well absorbed by to the soft position (1) when performing
the operator’s seat. Switching can be done the height adjustment.
with the lever (4). IMPORTANT: Do not operate the lever (5)
(compressor) for one minute or more.
Position 1: Fore/aft isolator on Doing so will cause compressor failure.
Position 2: Fore/aft isolator off To protect the compressor, wait for at
least three minutes before operating the
(E) Adjusting according to operator’s lever (5) again.
weight IMPORTANT: If the height adjustment
function fails, first lower the seat to the
lowest position. Then, adjust the height
again.
The seat height can be steplessly adjusted

using the pneumatic mechanism.
To adjust, push up or push down the lever (5)

all the way up or down. When the seat
reaches the level where it cannot be raised
anymore even the lever (5) is pushed up, that
level is the highest. If this happens, the
IMPORTANT: Before performing the height is automatically lowered a small
adjustment by weight, stop the machine distance to maintain the stroke of
and remain seated. Otherwise, the weight suspension.
cannot be detected, resulting in Adjustment stroke: 80 mm (3.1 in.)
malfunction.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to set the absorber (G) Adjusting the seat pan angle
to the soft cushioning position (1) when
performing the adjustment by weight.
The seat should be adjusted according to

the operator’s weight. Briefly pull the actuator
lever (5) of the automatic weight and height
adjuster.
The angle of the seat pan can be individually

adjusted.
To adjust, lift the left side handle (6). Use the
pressure applied to the seat to set the seat
pan to the desired angle.
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Seat and seat belt
(H) Adjusting the seat depth (K) Adjusting the operating lever stand
The depth of the seat pan can be individually 1. Pull up the lever (9) and slide the lever
adjusted. stand (seat).
To adjust, lift the right side handle (7). Move 2. Release the lever (9) at the optimum
the seat cushion forward or backward until position to secure the lever stand (seat).
the desired seat depth is obtained. Adjustment range: 9 positions, in 90 mm
(3.5 in.)
(J) Adjusting fore-and-aft
1. Pull up the lever (8) and slide the seat

backward or forward to the optimum
position for operation.
2. Release the lever (8) at the optimum
position to secure the seat.
Adjustment range: 17 positions, in 170
mm (6.7 in.)
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Seat and seat belt
(L) Adjusting the headrest height

1. Grab the headrest (10) with both hands,
and move upward and downward. Adjust
the height so that the headrest center is
positioned behind your ears.
(M) Seat heater

Caution
• Using the seat heater over an extended
period of time may cause burns. People
feeling ill or having sensitive skin, in
particular, should be careful not to do
so.
• Do not use it with a blanket or cushion
placed on the seat.
• Clean up spilled water or soft drink
immediately with a dry cloth. Dry the
seat well before using the heater again.
IMPORTANT: The battery voltage

becomes low if the seat heater is left on
for a long time when the engine is
stopped.
O.........OFF
I...........ON
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Instrument cluster
Instrument cluster faulty or the air cleaner becomes

abnormal. Get the vehicle or engine error
code number from the multi-data display
and consult your sales or service dealer
referring to the “Vehicle error code list” or
“Engine error code list”.
2. Engine oil pressure warning lamp

This lamp flashes and an alarm is sounded
if the lubricant oil pressure abnormally low
while the engine is running.
3. Air cleaner warning lamp

if the air cleaner filter is clogged while the
engine is running.
4. Third auxiliary hydraulic warning lamp

This lamp lights up and an alarm sounds if
the fixed side (left “e”) pressure of the third
auxiliary hydraulic line drops abnormally
while the engine is running, or while the
quick-hitch is being removed or installed.
5. Battery charge warning lamp

if a problem rises in the charging system
Once the starter switch is turned to ON, all while the engine is running.
lamps on the instrument cluster light up and
the alarm sounds. 6. Coolant temperature warning lamp
If any of the lamps are not lit, the globes may This lamp flashes and an alarm is sounded
be blown. Consult your sales or service if the engine coolant temperature
dealer. becomes abnormally high while the engine
is running.
Warning lamps 7. Water separator warning lamp

This lamp flashes if the water is detected
IMPORTANT: If a warning lamp flashes within the water separator while the starter
and an alarm is sounded, immediately switch is in the ON position.
stop all operations and check the
corresponding component. 8. Overload warning lamp
Refer to “If a warning lamp flashes” on This lamp turns on when the overload
pages 6-10 and 6-11. waning switch is turned on.
1. Vehicle and engine emergency lamp

While the engine is running, this lamp
flashes and an alarm sounds if the engine
oil pressure drops, the coolant
temperature becomes too high, the
charge or the water separator becomes
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Instrument cluster
Indicators Meters
9. Glow lamp 14. Water temperature gauge
This lamp goes out when the engine Indicates the temperature of the engine
preheating is completed. coolant water.
The LED should be within the green
10. Travel speed lamp range during machine operation.
This lamp turns on when the travel speed The red range indicates overheating.
button is set to the 2nd (high) speed.
15. Fuel Gauge
11. Deceleration lamp Indicates the amount of fuel in the tank.
This lamp turns on when the deceleration Be sure to top off the tank before running
button is pressed. It flashes when the out of fuel.
auto-deceleration switch is pressed and
changes to the “lit” state when the
system enters the deceleration mode.
While in the “lit” state, it indicates that the
engine is in the deceleration mode at low
idling speed (1100 rpm).
12. ECO mode indicator lamp

This lamp turns on when the ECO mode
switch is turned on. In the ECO mode,
the machine drives with reduced engine
RPM for lower fuel consumption.
13. Auxiliary 1st flow rate indicator lamp

This lamp lights up to indicate which flow
rate setting is selected in the auxiliary
1st.
1........ Flow rate setting 1
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Instrument cluster
Multi-data display Trip mode display

16. LCD The display changes as the TRIP (1) side is
pressed as follows.
When the starter switch is turned on, the
mode previously set (before the power-off) is
displayed
1. Hour meter
When the starter switch is turned to ON, the

display of hour meter, trip meter or the Displays the total engine running time in
various data related to the machine appears. hours.
The initial screen displays the hour meter or The rightmost digit indicates tenths of
the trip meter. hours (6 minutes).
Set the inspection and maintenance
IMPORTANT: If the vehicle or engine intervals according to the time displayed
emergency lamp flashes and a number on the hour meter.
appears on the vehivle or engine error
code screen, refer to the “Vehicle error 2. Trip meter
code list” or “Engine error code list” and
contact your sales or service dealer for
help
Trip/Data switch
A pattern of desired operating hour can be

displayed.
To reset the meter to “0”, press and hold
the TRIP side for three seconds.
3. Returns to the hour meter page.
Press either the TRIP (1) side or the DATA (2)

side to select a display mode.
• Press the TRIP (1) side to display the hour
meter or trip meter.
• Press the DATA (2) side to display the
various data.
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Instrument cluster
Data mode display 4. Engine oil pressure
The display changes each time the DATA (2)

side is pressed as follows:
Note that for TB285, “4. Engine oil pressure”
and “5. Atmospheric pressure” will not be
displayed.
1. Engine RPM Displays when the machine is TB290.
5. Atmospheric pressure
2. Battery voltage
Displays when the machine is TB290.
6. Auxiliary 1st flow rate
3. Coolant temperature
7. Auxiliary 2nd flow rate
8. Auxiliary 4th flow rate
9. Returns to the engine RPM page.
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Instrument cluster
Maintenance mode display The electric current value in the solenoid

that controls the auxiliary flow rate is
While in the data mode, press and hold the displayed.
DATA (2) side for three seconds to enter the The flow rate, except the flow rate of the
maintenance mode.The display changes auxiliary 1st-1, can be changed when the
each time the DATA (2) side is pressed as engine is at rest and the starter switch is
follows: set to ON.
1. Vehicle error code The actual flow rate is not in conjunction
with the value expressed in percent.
For setting the auxiliary piping flow rate,
ask your service or sales dealer.
Changing flow rate

a. Raise the safety lock lever to the lock
position.
IMPORTANT: If an error code appears, b. Press and hold the auxiliary flow rate
immediately stop the operation and select switch for approximately three
contact your sales or service dealer for seconds to cause the values displayed
help. on the L side to flash.
Displays two three or four-digit error codes, c. Pressing the TRIP side of the Trip/Data
with the latest code in the left. switch decreases the flow rate by 5%.
Refer to “Vehicle error code list” on page Pressing and holding it for one second
6-12. decreases the flow rate by 5%.
Pressing the DATA side of the Trip/Data
2. Engine error code switch increases the flow rate by 5%.
Pressing and holding it for one second
increases the flow rate by 5%.
Initial Variable
L R
condition range
Auxiliary 1st-1 100% 100% —
IMPORTANT: If an error code appears, 10 to
Auxiliary 1st-2 75% 75%
immediately stop the operation and 100%
contact your sales or service dealer for 10 to
help. Auxiliary 1st-3 50% 50%
100%
Displays three error codes, with the latest
10 to
code at the top. Auxiliary 2nd 100% 100%
100%
Refer to “Engine error code list” on page
6-14. 10 to
Auxiliary 4th 100% 100%
100%
3. Auxiliary 1st-2 setting information The table shows the electric current values.
d. Press the auxiliary flow rate select

switch to confirm. At this time, the
values on the R side start flashing.
Perform the same operation as for the L
side. The section to be set changes
each time the auxiliary flow rate select
switch is pressed.
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Instrument cluster
e. Press and hold the auxiliary flow rate 8. Engine serial number
select switch for approximately three
seconds to end flow rate changing
operation.
4. Auxiliary 1st-3 setting information
9. Returns to the vehicle error code page.
Refer to “Auxiliary 1st-2 setting

information” above.
5. Auxiliary 2nd setting information

6. Auxiliary 4th setting information

This information is displayed if the auxiliary
4th is equipped.
7. Engine model
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Instrument cluster
Other display 3. Blade float display
1. Swing/Second boom display
e: Blade float is selected.
a: Swing is selected. 4. Engine RPM display

b: Second boom is selected.
2. Auxiliary 2/4 display
f: The graph changes as the engine RPM

changes.
c: Auxiliary 2nd is selected.

d: Auxiliary 4th is selected.
Note: If there is no setting for the auxiliary

4th, the auxiliary 2nd will not be displayed.
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Instrument cluster
5. Hour meter/Trip meter display 8. Overload warning display
g: Hour meter is selected. j: Overload warning switch is on.

h: Trip meter is selected.
6. ECM warning display
IMPORTANT: If the ECM warning display

flashes and a number appears on the
engine error code screen, refer to the
“Engine error code list” and contact your
sales or service dealer for help.
This warning display flashes if the

Electronic Control Module (ECM) detects
an engine problem while the starter switch
is in the ON position. The data screen
appears with an ECM error code
indicating the problem just detected.
Refer to “Engine error code list” on page
6-14.
7. Highland mode display
i: Highland mode is selected.
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Switches
Switches Engine shutdown switch

Starter switch
This switch is used to shutdown the engine if

it fails to stop, due to machine failure or
IMPORTANT: Do not repeatedly switch breakage, when the starter switch is set to
the key from OFF to ON and ON to OFF the OFF position.
over a short period. Doing so will cause 1. Press the switch (1).
engine breakdown. 2. After use, reset the switch (1).
OFF �� Position for stopping the engine

and inserting or removing the key. Throttle controller
ON �� Position in which the engine is
running. At this position, all the
electrical equipment is functional.
When the coolant temperature is
too low, the engine is
automatically preheated.
START �� Position for starting the engine.
When the key is released, the
switch automatically returns to the
ON position.
This controls the engine speed.

(A)........Low idling
(B).......Medium speed
(C).......Maximum speed
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Switches
Horn button This deceleration button operation has

priority even if the auto-deceleration switch is
turned on.
Note: This deceleration button is capable of

decreasing the engine speed and reducing
the fuel consumption, with a simple
operation, in a situation such as when little
engine output is required and thus the
operating or the travel levers are in neutral.
Travel speed button

Press the button situated on the right
operating lever to blow the horn.
Warning
When a load greater than a set value is
Deceleration button applied while traveling in 2nd (high)
Warning becomes lighter, the speed will increase
Before operating the deceleration button, and return to 2nd (high) speed.
set the operating lever to the neutral Remember that the travel speed changes
position and take your foot off the pedals. depending on the load condition.
If the deceleration button is pressed while
driving, the machine’s operating speed
will abruptly change to result in a
dangerous situation.
Press this switch to set the travel speed to

2nd (high) speed. Press it again to return to
1st (low) speed.
Press this button on the right operating lever

to lower the engine speed to low idling.
Press the button again to return to the
engine speed set with the throttle controller.
For safety reasons, it is designed that the
deceleration function is activated to set the
engine revolutions to low idling whenever the
engine is started.
Cancel the deceleration mode by pressing
the deceleration button as necessary.
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Switches
Auxiliary 1st switch Refer to “Auxiliary hydraulic lines” on page

2-46 to 50.
Auxiliary hydraulic buttons
Auxiliary 2nd/4th switch

Slider switch
(Proportional control)
Proportional control allows for slow-to-fast/
fast-to-slow movement of attachment.
Example: If you move the slider switch half
way, the attachment will move at
approximately one-half the speed.
Press those buttons to control the flow of the

oil in the first auxiliary hydraulic lines.
• Proportional control of the auxiliary
hydraulic circuit is not possible.
(A) ��Hydraulic oil flows to the left auxiliary
line (a).
(B) ��Hydraulic oil flows to the right auxiliary
line (b).
Slider switch
(Proportional control) Move this switch to control the flow of the oil
Proportional control allows for slow-to-fast/ in the second auxiliary hydraulic lines.
fast-to-slow movement of attachment. (C): ��Hydraulic oil flows to the left auxiliary
Example: If you move the slider switch half line (c).
way, the attachment will move at (D): ��Hydraulic oil flows to the right auxiliary
approximately one-half the speed. line (d).
Move this switch to control the flow of the oil To use the auxiliary 4th hydraulic line, press
in the first auxiliary hydraulic lines. the auxiliary 2/4 select button to change to
(A) ��Hydraulic oil flows to the left auxiliary the operation of the auxiliary 4th.
line (a). Refer to “Auxiliary hydraulic lines” on page
(B) ��Hydraulic oil flows to the right auxiliary 2-46.
line (b).
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Switches
Swing/Second boom select button Third auxiliary hydraulic button

Refer to “Third auxiliary hydraulic switch and
Warning button” on page 2-49.
Turning on this switch while the boom
swing pedal is depressed is dangerous,
as the attachment may move Auxiliary 2/4 select button
unexpectedly. Always set the boom swing
pedal back to the neutral position before Refer to “Auxiliary 2/4 select button” on
operating the select switch. 2-50.
This switch is used to select either the boom

swing operation or the second boom
operation.
When the switch is turned on, the second

boom display (b) appears on the LCD to
indicate that the second boom operation is
enabled. When the switch is turned off, the
display is changed to the boom swing to
indicate (a) that the boom swing operation is
enabled.
The actual boom swing operation is
performed with the boom swing pedal.
Refer to “Boom swing pedal” on page 2-33.
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Switches
Wiper switch Automatic deceleration switch

IMPORTANT: If no washer fluid is
discharged, do not operate the washer.
Doing so may damage the pump.
IMPORTANT: Operating the wiper with no
moisture on the windshield will scratch
the glass. Use water or washer fluid when
operating the wiper.
IMPORTANT: In cold climates, the wiper
blade may freeze to the glass. Operating
the wiper forcibly may damage the wiper
motor.
When the ON side of the switch is pressed,
the deceleration lamp in the instrument
cluster flashes. This flashing stops when the
deceleration function starts working, and the
lamp remains lit while in the deceleration
mode. The engine speed automatically drops
to low idle (deceleration mode) four seconds
after the control levers are set to neutral, to
reduce fuel consumption. Moving the control
levers will cause the speed to return to the
original engine speed.
It is not possible to use the deceleration
OFF ��Off button at the same time. The auto-
INT ��Intermittence operation deceleration switch has priority over the
ON ��Continuous operation deceleration button. Switching from the
deceleration button to the auto-deceleration
switch will first return to the engine speed set
Washer switch with the throttle controller. Then, the engine
will automatically enter the deceleration
mode (low idling) if the control levers are not
operated within four seconds.
This automatic deceleration function is
canceled when the starter switch is turned to
the OFF position.
ON ��Pressing the ON side of the switch

causes the washer to spray washer
fluid. To stop spraying, release the
switch.
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Switches
ECO mode switch Auxiliary 1st flow select switch
When the ON side of the switch is pressed, This switch is used to select and set the flow
the ECO mode lamp in the instrument cluster rate of the auxiliary 1st.
lights up. The auxiliary 1st flow rate indicator lamp in
The engine RPM and hydraulic horse power the instrument cluster lights up to indicate
are set to economically optimal values to which flow rate setting is selected. The flow
improve the fuel economy. rate setting changes each time the ON side
of the switch is pressed.
The flow rate setting is done by using this
Highland mode switch switch and the TRIP/DATA switch.
Refer to “3. Auxiliary 1st-2 setting
information” on page 2-20.
Detent mode switch (Auxiliary

1st)
This switch is used to reduce the engine load

due to the hydraulic pump. If the machine is
operated at a high-altitude site, the engine
output is decreased due to thin air. In such
cases, the hydraulic horse power is
automatically adjusted to prevent the engine
from stalling. Use this switch if the machine IMPORTANT: Do not operate the machine
is operated at a high-altitude site. in the detent mode for a long time. Doing
so will increase the hydraulic oil
OFF ��Lowland temperature and shorten the service life
ON ��Highland of the hydraulic units.
This switch is used to change the operation

mode of the auxiliary 1st button (A). Pressing
the ON side of the switch causes the
auxiliary button (A) to enter the detent mode.
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Switches
Pressing the OFF side changes to the is activated and the horn sounds. (When the
momentary mode. overload warning switch is turned on.)
OFF.....Off
ON......On
Light switch
If the emergency shut-off valve is activated,
the overload warning horn stops.
(This is because the pressure sensor can no
longer detect hydraulic pressure.)
Beacon lamp switch
When this switch is turned while the starter

switch is at ON, the lights turn on as follows:
OFF ��Off
ON ��Instrument cluster light, switch lamps,
front light, boom light, side lights and
tail lamps will be lit.
(switch lamp is lit)
When this switch is turned on while the
starter switch is at ON, the lamp turns on as
Overload warning switch follows:
OFF.....Off
ON......Beacon lamp is lit
Warning
If the overload is not removed after the
overload warning horn is sounded, the
machine may tip over or the emergency
shut-off valve may be activated. If the
horn starts sounding, stop operating the
machine and lighten the load.
If a weight greater than the lifting capacity is

applied or lifted, the overload warning device
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Levers and Pedals
Levers and Pedals Operating levers

Safety lock lever
Warning
• Before starting operation, carefully
Warning check which lever pattern you are going
• Before standing up from the operator’s to use.
seat to open/close the window or • It is described using the ISO pattern in
remove/install the lower window, lower this manual.
the working equipment to the ground,
raise the safety lock levers to engage
the lock and stop the engine. If any
controls should be accidentally touched
when the safety lock levers is lowered
(unlocked), the machine will suddenly
move and cause serious injury or death.
• Be careful not to touch the operating
levers when raising or lowering the
safety lock lever.
• Before leaving the operator’s seat, lower
the working equipment to the ground,
raise the safety lock levers to engage Use these levers to operate the boom, arm,
the lock and stop the engine. Also, be bucket and upperstructure.
sure to remove the key, lock the door Refer to “Lever pattern” on pages 3-6 and
and covers, take it with you and store it 3-7.
in a specified place. Refer to “Operating the working equipment”
on pages 3-14 and 3-15.
This device is for locking the operations of

hoe attachment, slewing, auxiliary, dozer
blade and traveling.
When the lever is raised, the lever stand
springs up to lock the lever.
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Blade lever Float operation
Use this lever to operate the dozer blade. Button (C) � Float mode
(A)........Blade up Press the float switch to set the
(B).......Blade down dozer blade to the float mode.
Refer to “Operating the dozer blade” on To cancel the float mode, press
page 3-15. the switch again.
Machines with the float switch (USA

specification)
Warning
• Do not press the float button while the
machine is raised by the blade. Doing
so will cause the machine to fall. If you
must work beneath the raised machine,
always use a secure support to keep the
machine raised.
blade is raised. Doing so will cause the
blade to fall. Lower the blade to the
ground before pressing the float button.
• Do not travel forward while the blade is
in the float mode.
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Travel levers/pedals Boom swing pedal
Warning Warning
• Before operating the travel levers/ Keep the pedal cover to the locked
pedals, make sure that the dozer blade position when not using the pedal.
is to the front of the operator’s seat. Stepping on a pedal accidentally when it
Remember that when the dozer blade is is not locked may cause accidents.
to the rear of the operator’s seat, the
travel levers/pedals must be operated in
the reverse direction from when it is to
the front.
• Do not rest your foot on the pedal
unless operating it for traveling. If the
pedal is accidentally stepped while
working, the machine may suddenly
move and cause serious injury or death.
Use this pedal to operate the boom swing.

If the 2-piece boom select switch is pressed,
the operation will change to the second
boom.
(A) ��Boom swing right/Second boom raise
(B) ��Boom swing left/Second boom lower
Refer to “Operating the boom swing” on
page 3-15.
Use these levers/pedals to move forward or Pedal lock

backward and to change directions. Fold the
pedals when not being used.
Refer to “Operating the travel levers” on
page 3-10.
Set the pedal cover over the pedal to lock it.

Open the pedal cover from the pedal to
unlock it.
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Accessories
Accessories Do not overcool

For health reasons, the air inside the cab
Air conditioner should be kept at a temperature at which
you feel a little cool when entering the cab
Cautions on use from outside (a difference of 5 to 6°C (41 to
43°F)). Remember to adjust the temperature
Ventilate periodically properly.
• When using the air conditioner over an
extended period of time, open the Do not turn on the air conditioner until the
windows about once each hour to let in engine is started
fresh air. To avoid placing an excessive load on the
• Your eyes may become irritated if you compressor, wait until the engine is started
smoke while using the air conditioner. If this and is running smoothly before turning on
happens, open the windows to let in fresh the air conditioner.
air. Smoking particularly irritates the eyes
when the air conditioner is being used. Let hot air out first
Since the humidity in the cab drops, the If the machine has been parked in the sun,
cornea becomes dry. open the windows and door to let the hot air
• If the outside air is dirty, set the air out of the cab before using the air
conditioner to the circulation mode. conditioner.
Always maintain good visibility Caution on refrigerant (gas)

Working with the dirty windows or fogged If the refrigerant comes in contact with skin
windows restricts visibility and is dangerous. or eyes, it may cause frostbite or eye
Always clean dirt and moisture off the damage. Never touch the refrigerant or
windows before working. loosen the parts on the cooling circuit.
• The windows tend to get foggy when the If the refrigerant gas leaks, keep flames
humidity is high. If this happens, turn on away.
the air conditioner to use outside air and
the defroster to get rid of the fog. Off-season inspection
• If the air conditioner is set to high when Even off season, run the air conditioner for 3
using the defroster, the difference between to 5 minutes at least once a week to
the external and internal temperatures maintain oil in the various parts of the
increases, resulting in frost on the outside compressor.
of the windows. If this happens, either turn
the air conditioner off or turn the
temperature control dial clockwise to
increase the internal temperature.
• Mist may blow out of the air outlets. This is
not a malfunction. When moist air passes
through the evaporator on the air
conditioner unit, water particles in the air
freeze and are emitted as mist.
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Names of components
1. Defroster
2. Condenser
3. Receiver drier
4. Outlets
5. Compressor
6. Air conditioner unit
7. Circulation filter
8. Ventilation filter
Control panel
9. Air conditioner switch
10. Temperature control dial
11. Fan dial
12. Outlet select dial
13. Ventilation/Circulation select switch
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Air conditioner switch Fan dial
IMPORTANT: To avoid placing an

excessive load on the compressor, wait
until the engine is started and is running
smoothly before turning on the air
conditioner.
Use this switch to adjust the fan speed in five

steps. Turning this switch to the OFF position
turns off the air conditioner.
AUTO �� The airflow rate can be
automatically adjusted based on
the position of the temperature
Use this switch to turn on or off the cooling/ control dial.
dehumidifying function. When this switch is OFF �� Turning off the fan and the air
pressed while the engine is running with the conditioner.
fan dial set to ON, the lamp lights up and the 1 to 5 �� A larger number indicates larger
cooling/dehumidifying function is turned on. airflow rate.
Press this switch again or turn the fan dial to
OFF to turn off the cooling/dehumidifying Temperature control dial
function.
Lamp is off.....OFF
Lamp is on.....ON
Note: To prevent leakage of refrigerant gas
from the compressor’s seal, operate the air
conditioner at least once a week, regardless
of the season.
Note: The air conditioner will not function if
the temperature in the cab is low (3°C (38°F)
or lower).
Use this dial to adjust the air temperature.

Turn the dial clockwise to increase the
temperature. Turn the dial counterclockwise
to decrease the temperature.
Note: No warm air is emitted if the
temperature of the engine coolant is low.
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Outlet select dial Outlets
Use this dial to select the desired outlet Move the louvers up and down or left and
depending on the purpose of use. right to adjust the air flow direction and
��Air comes from the front and rear amount.
outlets.
��Air comes from the front, rear and Operation
foot outlets. Dehumidifying and Heating (in cold climates
��Air comes from the foot outlet. or when the humidity is high)
Arrange the air direction at each outlet.
Ventilation/Circulation select switch
Use this switch to select between Ventilation

and Circulation.
Press this switch once to turn on the lamp
and set to Circulation. Press this switch
again to turn off the lamp and set to
Ventilation.
Lamp is on.....Circulation
• Cool or heat the cab quickly Arrange the foot outlets and the defroster so
• When external air is dirty that they are directed to the front window.
Lamp is off.....Ventilation Let the dehumidified warm air blow on the
• Lets in fresh air front window, to prevent frosting.
• Removes frosting from the windows 1. Set the desired temperature by turning the
• Ventilates while cooling or heating temperature control dial to between the
center and the right end.
2. Set the fan dial to the desired position.
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Cooling Quick cooling

Caution
• When the air conditioner is set to the
circulation mode, the air in the cab
gradually becomes dirty. Switch to the
“ventilation” to ventilate once a
comfortable temperature is obtained.
• Excessive cooling can be harmful to
your health. It is best to keep the air
inside the cab only about 5 to 6°C (41 to
43°F) cooler than the outside air.
• If the machine has been parked in the
sun, open the windows and door to let 1. Turn the air outlet dial to the FACE or
the hot air out of the cab before using FULL position.
the air conditioner. 2. Turn the temperature control dial to the left
end.
3. Set the fan dial to “5”.
4. Press the Ventilation/Circulation select
switch to set to circulation.
Heating
1. Turn the air outlet dial to the FOOT
position.
3. Set the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
For the highest temperature, turn the dial
1. Turn the air outlet dial to the FACE or all the way to the right.
FULL position. 4. Turn the fan dial to the OFF position to
2. Set the desired temperature by turning the turn off heating.
temperature control dial to between the
center and the left end.
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Defrosting the windows Cup holder

Note: If the air conditioner fan is set to High
when using the defroster, the difference Caution
between the external and internal • Drinks may be spilled due to vibration
temperatures increases, resulting in frost on when the machine is operating or
the outside of the windows. If this happens, traveling. Be particularly careful not to
either turn off the air conditioner or turn the burn yourself with hot drinks.
temperature control dial clockwise to • Note that the cigarette lighter or other
increase the internal temperature. electric parts may be damaged if drinks
are spilled on them.
1. Set the desired temperature by turning the

temperature control dial to between the Use to hold cups or bottles.
center and the left end. To warm or cool the cup, turn the cup holder
2. Set the fan dial to the desired position. in counterclockwise. Worm or cool wind
3. Press the Ventilation/Circulation select blows from the bottom of the cup holder.
switch to set to ventilation.
4. Arrange the foot outlets and the back
outlets of the defroster so that they are
directed to the front window.
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Cigarette lighter Ashtray
Warning Warning
• Do not leave the cigarette lighter knob • Be sure to extinguish cigarettes and
pushed in for a long time. Doing so matches completely before putting
heats up the lighter, and could be them in the ashtray, and close the
dangerous. ashtray after each use.
• If the lighter knob does not pop out 30 • Do not overfill the ashtray with cigarette
seconds after it was pushed in, it may butts or put in paper or other easily
be broken. Pull it out by hand. burnable objects. Doing so could cause
• Do not use any other cigarette lighters fire.
than Takeuchi’s. They could be stuck in
the middle and not pop out.
• Use only those electric products which
comply with the specifications of this
socket.
• Do not touch the metallic parts of the
lighter. Doing so could cause burns.
This is the cigarette lighter and internal

power supply socket.
When using, be careful not to exceed
12V/5A.
Pull the ashtray out towards you to use it. To
clean, press the ash discharge button (1) and
pull out the ashtray.
1. Push the lighter in.

2. Release the lighter and wait for it to pop
out. The lighter pops out automatically
when the heater becomes red hot.
3. Once the lighter pops out, pull it out.
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Interior light External power sockets

IMPORTANT: The battery capacity
decreases if the interior light is left on for Warning
a long time when the engine is stopped. Use only those electric products which
comply with the specifications of these
sockets.
OFF.....Remains off all the time.

ON......Lights up all the time.
For beacon
Mirrors
Use these sockets to connect the external

power supply. When using, be careful not to
exceed 12V/5A.
To use, open the cap (1).
Adjust the rear view mirrors and side view

mirrors so that you have a better view.
1. Check the rear right side view
2. Check the rear left side view
3. Check the rear view.
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Radio (for cab)

Cautions on use
• To ensure safe operation of the machine, always be sure to keep the volume of the
radio down to a level where you can easily hear sounds from outside the machine.
• Do not use the radio for a long time when the engine is stopped. Doing so will drain
the battery and make it difficult or impossible to restart the engine.
• Be careful not to allow water or other liquids to come into contact with the radio.
Otherwise, it may result in malfunction.
Names of components
(1) POWER button (4) CLOCK button

Use this button too turn on or off the Use this button to switch between the
radio. clock display and the receiving frequency
display on the LCD. If this button is not
(2) TONE control button pressed for six seconds while the
Use this button to select the tone. Press frequency is displayed, the LCD returns
the button to select low tone. The TONE to the clock display.
LOW display appears on the LCD. Press
the button again to select high tone. (5) AST button
Use this button to automatically seek the
(3) LCD station information, store it into memory
Displays the time/the receiving frequency and assign each preset button (1 to 6) a
and the operation mode. station.
(6) PRESET STATION buttons (1 to 6)

Use these buttons to store station
information. Each button can store
information on one FM station and one
AM station. For how to use these
buttons, refer to “Presetting stations”.
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(7) TUNE button (13)AUX-IN jack

Use this button to tune to a radio station. Use this jack to connect an external
Press and hold this button ( or ) for audio source. Pull off rubber cap and
two seconds or more to start seeking the plug the stereo mini-plug of the external
audible stations. The seeking stops audio device into this jack. Be sure that
when a station is found. To cancel tuning jack is closed with the rubber cap when
in progress, press the button again. not in use.
Pressing the button will start seeking
stations with higher frequency. Pressing Playing the radio
the button will start seeking stations 1. Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON
with lower frequency. The frequency will position, and then press the power button
continuously be increased/decreased if (1) to turn on the radio.
the or button is held pressed. 2. Select the band FM or Am with the band
button.
(8) BAND button 3. Select the station with the preset button or
Use this button to select FM or AM. The the tuning button, and adjust the volume
selected band and the receiving with the volume button.
frequency will be displayed on the LCD. 4. To turn off the radio, press the power
button.
(9) VOL buttons
Use these buttons to control the sound Selecting a station-auto select
volume. Press the button to increase Press and hold the turn button for two
the volume and the button to seconds or one to start seeking stations in
decrease the sound volume. Press and the higher frequencies direction. Press and
hold each button to continuously hold the button for two seconds or more
increase/decrease the volume. to start seeking stations in the lower
frequencies direction. The radio will stop
(10)MUTE button seeking when it finds an audible station and
Use this button to temporarily turn off the start playing.
sound output. If pressed, the “mute is
on” mark appears on the LCD. Press Selecting a station-manual select
this button again to cancel mute. The selection can be done manually. Press
the tune button to seek stations with
(11)ZERO button higher frequencies. Press the tune button
Use this button to set the minute to “00” to seek stations with lower frequencies.
when it is between “55” to “59” or “01”
to “05”.
(12)AUX button
Use this button to choose which to listen
to, the radio or the external audio source
connected to the AUX-IN. If the external
source is chosen, the AUX display
appears on the LCD.
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Presetting stations AUX audio connection

1. Select the band (FM or AM) and the • Connect a portable audio player and listen
station you want to preset. to your favorite music.
2. To set the selected station to a preset • Plug a patch cord (without resistor) into the
button, choose the button to be set and headphone jack of the audio player.
then press and hold the button for three • Plug a stereo mini plug (3.5 mm) into the
seconds or more. The number of the AUX-IN jack on the radio.
preset button chosen appears on the • To listen to the audio player, press the AUX
LCD. button. (The AUX display appears and the
3. For more stations, repeat the steps (1) and frequency display is changed to the clock
(2) above. display.)
• If the preset button on which a station • To return to the radio, press the AUX
has been set to is pressed and held for button again.
two seconds or more, the preset • When connecting, adjust the sound volume
information will be modified. level of the audio player so that it is same
• If the stored information is erased during as that of the radio.
battery replacement on the vehicle, set • Adjust the sound volume of the audio
the stations again to the preset buttons. player by using the volume control buttons
• Each preset button can store information on the radio.
on one FM station and one AM station. • Do not connect a device with a larger
output compared with a portable audio
AUTO storing player.
Press the AST button for two seconds or
more while playing the radio. The radio starts Setting the clock time
seeking the audible stations obtained into
memory, and assign each preset button (1 to
6) a station.
Note: The previous station setting stored in
memory will be overwritten. If the
arrangement of the preset buttons to the
corresponding stations is not desirable, try
the “Presetting stations” described above.
• Be sure that the time is displayed on the

LCD. If not, press the AUX button to
display the time.
• Use the tune button to set the minute.
Use the tune button to set the hour.
• To set the minute digits to “00” when they
are from “55” to “59” or from “01” to “05”,
press the ZERO button.
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Resetting the radio

If there are any problems, such as the
abnormal display of frequency or failure of
selection, reset the radio by pressing the
power button and the ZERO button together.
Note: That the memory containing the clock
setting and the channel setting is cleared
after reset.
Specifications
Power source: �� 12/24 VDC
(negative ground)
Power consumption: �� 2 A
Maximum output power: 16 W + 16 W (4Ω)
(at DC 28.8 V input)
5W+5W (4Ω) (at DC
14.4 V input)
Rated output power: �� 14 W + 14 W (10%
distortion, 4Ω) (at
DC 28.8V input)
3.8 W + 3.8 W
(10% distortion, 4Ω)
(at DC 14.4V input)
Dimensions: �� 178 (W) x 50 (H) x
92 (D) mm (without
projections)
Receiving frequency: �� MW (AM) 530 to
1602 kHz (EU,
Asia), 1710 kHz
(North, Central and
South America)
FM 87.9 to 108
MHz
Practical sensitivity: �� MW (AM) 32 dB or
less (S/N 20 dB)
FM 12 dB or less
(S/N 30 dB)
S/N ratio: �� MW (AM) 40 dB or
more
FM 60 dB or more
AUX IN: �� Stereo mini jack
(3.5 mm); rated
input, 90 mV
Note: Specifications and dimensions may be

changed without notice.
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Auxiliary hydraulic lines
These lines deliver the hydraulic oil necessary

Warning for operating a hydraulic breaker, crusher or
Oil may spurt out if pipes disconnected other attachments.
before releasing the pressure in the
hydraulic system. (1)........First auxiliary hydraulic lines
• Immediately after the engine is stopped (2)........Second auxiliary hydraulic lines
and while the safety lock lever is still in (3)........Third auxiliary hydraulic lines
the unlock position, turn the starter (4)........Fourth auxiliary hydraulic lines
switch to ON and press each auxiliary
hydraulic switch several times to Stop valve
release the pressure from the auxiliary (S) : Closed
hydraulic circuit. (O) : Open
• Press the air breather button to relieve
the tank pressure.
• When disconnecting hoses, stand to the
side and loosen them slowly to
gradually release the internal pressure
before removing.
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Connecting the hydraulic circuits Disconnecting the hydraulic circuits

To connect the attachment hydraulic lines, 1. Release the pressure remaining in the
observe the following procedures: lines, and then close the stop valve.
1. Release the pressure remaining in the Refer to “Releasing the residual pressure”
lines, and then close the stop valve. on page 2-48.
Refer to “Releasing the residual pressure” 2. Disconnect the lines from the ports (a/c)
on page 2-48. and (b/d).
2. Remove the plugs. 3. Install the plugs.
3. Connect the attachment hydraulic lines to
ports (a/c) and (b/d). When installing a
hydraulic breaker, connect the supply
circuit to the port (a) and the return circuit
to port (b).
4. Open the stop valves. When installing a
hydraulic breaker, open the selector valve
(1). Refer to “Selector valve” on page
2-49.
5. When connecting is complete, purge air
from the hydraulic lines.
a. Start the engine and run it at a low idle
speed with no load for 10 minutes.
b. With the engine running in low idle,
operate the auxiliary hydraulic switches
repeatedly (approx. 10 times) to purge
air from the hydraulic lines.
c. Stop the engine and wait for at least 5
minutes until bubbles escape from the
hydraulic oil in the tank.
IMPORTANT: Follow the procedures for

purging air as instructed by the
attachment manufacturer, if applicable.
6. Check for oil leaks.
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Operating Releasing the residual pressure

Press those buttons to control the flow of the After the auxiliary hydraulic circuits have
oil in the first/second auxiliary hydraulic lines. been used, pressure remains in the circuits.
(A) ��Hydraulic oil flows to left auxiliary line This is called the residual pressure. Release
(a). this residual pressure before disconnecting
(B) ��Hydraulic oil flows to right auxiliary line the lines.
(b). Perform the residual pressure releasing
(C) ��Hydraulic oil flows to left auxiliary line within 30 minutes after the engine stopping.
(c). 1. Park the machine on a flat, rigid and safe
(D) ��Hydraulic oil flows to right auxiliary line ground.
(d). 2. Stop the engine.
3. Lower the safety lock lever to the
unlocked position.
4. Turn the starter switch to the ON position.
5. Press the auxiliary hydraulic switches
several times to release the residual
pressure in the auxiliary hydraulic circuitry.
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Selector valve when the button (1) and the switch (2) are
pressed at the same time. When they are
pressed, the hydraulic oil flows into the line (f)
to increase the pressure there. As the result,
the pin on the bucket comes out and the
bucket is removed from the machine.
Third auxiliary hydraulic warning lamp
Open �� When using a hydraulic breaker

(1-way flow)
Closed �� When using a reversible
attachment (2-way flow)
Change the direction of the hydraulic oil flow
by opening or closing the selector valve (1)
inside the fuel lid.
Use the high-flow only in the 2-way flow. If it This lamp illuminates and an alarm sounds
is used in the one-way flow, the brake may when the third auxiliary hydraulic pressure
overheat. drops abnormally, when the safety lock lever
is fully lowered to the unlocked position while
Third auxiliary hydraulic switch and the engine is running.
button
The third auxiliary hydraulic lines are normally

used to control the “quick attachment”
installed to connect/disconnect the bucket.
When the safety lock lever is released after
the engine is started, hydraulic oil flows into
the pipe (e). This allows the pressure in the
(e) side to increase and to prevent the pin
inserted on the bucket from coming out. If
the pressure in the (e) side drops, the alert
that the bucket may come out is indicated by
the warning lamp and the alarm. For a safety
reason, the bucket can be disconnected only
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Auxiliary 2/4 select button
This button is used to change from the

second auxiliary operation to the fourth
auxiliary operation.
Pressing this button displays the second
auxiliary on the LCD to indicate that the
second auxiliary operation is enabled.
Pressing this button again displays the
auxiliary 4th on the LCD to indicate that the
auxiliary 4th operation is enabled.
The actual operation is performed with the
auxiliary 2nd/4th switch (slider switch).
Refer to “Auxiliary 2nd/4th switch” on page
2-26.
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Operating the machine with an

accumulator
Warning
Be sure to handle the high-pressure
nitrogen gas enclosed in the accumulator
with care. If handled incorrectly, it could
explode and cause serious injury. Strictly
observe the following precautions:
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not allow flame near or throw it into 6. Move or press the auxiliary hydraulic
a fire. switches several times to release the
• Do not drill, weld or fuse. residual pressure in the circuitry.
• Do not subject it to physical shock such 7. Move all the control levers and pedals
as hitting, rolling or dropping. several times in all directions to release the
• Before disposing of the unit, the sealed pressure from the working equipment
gas must be drained. Contact a circuitry.
Takeuchi service agent for help. 8. Raise the safety lock lever to engage the
lock.
For a machine with an accumulator, the
residual pressure in the auxiliary hydraulic Lowering the boom when the engine has
circuit or the working equipment circuit can stopped
be released even after the engine is stopped. Perform this operation within 10 minutes
after the engine stopping.
Releasing residual pressure 1. Sit at the operator’s seat.
Residual pressure refers to the pressure that 2. Turn the starter switch to the ON position.
remains in the hydraulic circuit after the 3. Lower the safety lock lever to the unlock
operation. Release the residual pressure as position
necessary by using the following steps. 4. Slowly push the operating lever forward to
Perform the residual pressure releasing lower the boom.
within 10 minutes after the engine stopping.
1. Return the throttle controller to idle the
engine at low speed.
2. Lower the bucket and dozer blade to the
ground.
3. Check that the safety lock lever is in the
released position.
4. Stop the engine.
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Controls
Accessories
Load safety device Second boom
The load safety devices include an

emergency shut-off valve and an overload
warning device. The emergency shut-off
valve prevents the boom or arm from falling.
The overload warning device sounds an
alarm when an excessive load is detected.
Emergency shut-off valve

The emergency shut-off valve prevents the
boom or arm from falling rapidly.
Warning
If the emergency shut-off valve is Arm (option)
activated and the boom or arm falls,
immediately move away from the load
being lifted and go to a safe location.
Boom
If the emergency shut-off valve (1) or (2) is

activated, immediately set the operating
levers to the neutral position. Do not move
the operating lever to the boom or arm
lowering side. Ask your sales or service
dealer for repair.
2-Piece boom If the engine can be started without

problems, the boom or arm can be lowered
with the operating lever. Slowly lower the
boom or arm while ensuring safety.
Procedure 1 (when engine can be started)

Perform this operation within 10 minutes
1. Sit at the operator’s seat.
3. Lower the safety lock lever to the unlock
position
4. Slowly push the operating lever forward to
lower the boom.
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Controls
Accessories
Procedure 2 (when engine cannot be wrench.

started) 3. The oil in the boom cylinder is drained and
This operation is dangerous and requires the hoe attachment is lowered.
experience. Ask your sales or service dealer 4. After the hoe attachment is lowered to the
for it. ground, check the safety and stability of
the machine.
Warning 5. Hold the hose fitting (1) with a wrench and
• Stop the engine and allow the machine tighten the hose nut (2) with another
to cool down before performing wrench.
maintenance. · Tightening torque: 24.5 to 29.4 N·m
· The engine and the hydraulic system (18.1 to 21.7 ft-lb.)
and many other parts of the machine
are hot immediately after the engine is
stopped. Touching these parts will Overload warning device
cause burns.
· The hydraulic oil is also hot and under If a weight greater than the lifting capacity is
high pressure immediately after the applied or lifted, the overload warning device
engine is stopped. is activated and the horn sounds. (When the
Be careful when loosening the caps or overload warning switch is turned on.)
plugs. Working on the machine under
these conditions could result in burns Warning
or injuries due to the hot oil spurting If the overload is not removed after the
out. overload warning horn is sounded, the
• Keep away from the working area when machine may tip over or the emergency
the hoe attachment is lowered. You may shut-off valve may be activated. If the
be hit by dirt falling out of the bucket or horn starts sounding, stop operating the
the hoe attachment as it drops. machine and lighten the load.
• Stand in a position away from danger of
lowering boom and loosen the hose nut.
Otherwise, you could be hit by the
boom.
• Do not loosen or remove the hoses not
located in the specified places. Oil may
spurt out if wrongly handled.
Overload warning switch (1)

OFF.....Off
ON......On
If the emergency shut-off valve is activated,
the overload warning horn stops.
(This is because the pressure sensor can no
1. Place a pan under the hose to catch the longer detect hydraulic pressure.)
waste oil.
2. Hold the hose fitting (1) with a wrench and
loosen the hose nut (2) with another
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Controls
Accessories
Fuel Supply Pump

This device automatically supplies fuel to the
fuel tank and stops automatically when the
fuel tank is full.
Danger
Do not use the fuel supply pump for
gasoline or hydraulic oil. Doing so could
result in explosion or damage.
Only use the fuel supply pump for diesel
fuel.
1. Open the side cover.

2. Insert the pump’s nozzle (1) in the fuel
supply tank.
3. Press the switch (2).
The pump stops automatically once the
fuel tank is full.
4. Turn off the switch.
5. Store the nozzle.
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Operation
3-1
Operation
Before starting operation
Before starting Walk-around inspection
operation Perform the walk-around inspections once a

day before starting the engine for the first
Getting on or off the machine time that day.
Refer to “MAINTENANCE, Walk-around
inspection”, on pages 5-14 and 5-15.
Warning
• Do not jump on or down from the
machine. Never attempt to get on or off Daily inspection
the moving machine.
• When getting on or off the cab, first fully Perform the daily inspections once a day
open the door to the locked position before starting the engine for the first time.
and check that it does not move. Refer to “MAINTENANCE, Daily inspection”,
on pages 5-16 to 5-21.
• Climb up/down the steps holding the

handrail to support your weight in a
three point secure stance (hand and
feet).
• Never use the safety lock lever or
control levers as hand holds.
3-2
Operation
Starting and stopping the engine
Starting and stopping 5. Insert the key into the starter switch, turn it
to the ON position, then perform the
the engine following inspections:
Before starting the engine

1. Adjust the seat for a comfortable operating
position.
2. Fasten the seat belt.
· All warning lamps flash and an alarm is

sounded for two seconds. The meters
also start functioning. After two seconds,
the deceleration lamp (7) stops flashing
and remains lit, while the battery charge
warning lamp (1) and engine oil pressure
3. Check that the safety lock lever is in the warning lamp (2) remain flashing. (If the
locked position. auxiliary 3rd is selected, it is also
flashing.) The other lamps go out.
· Turn the light switch to check that the
boom light, front light, side lights, tail
lamps and meter light turn on.
· Check the fuel level.
If a lamp does not light or the alarm is not

sounded, the bulb may be burnt out or a
wire may be damaged. Ask a Takeuchi
service agent for repair.
4. Check that all levers and pedals are in the

neutral position.
3-3
Operation
Starting the Engine Starting in cold climates

Warning
Warning Never use starting fluid on this engine, as
• Clear all personnel from the work area. the starting fluid could cause an
• Sound the horn to warn people around explosion.
the machine.
IMPORTANT: Do not run the starter motor

for more than 15 consecutive seconds. If
the engine fails to start, wait for 30
seconds, and then try again to start the
engine.
Normal starting
1. Turn the throttle controller to the middle

position.
1. Turn the starter key to the START position

and start the engine.
2. Once the engine starts, release the key.
The key automatically returns to the ON
position.
3. Check that the warning lamps are off. 2. Turn the starter key to the ON position,
For safety reasons, it is designed that the and confirm that the glow lamp is lit. (The
deceleration function is activated to set glow lamp stays lit when the coolant
the engine revolutions to low idling temperature is –10°C (14F°) for 15
whenever the engine is started. seconds (TB285) or 2 seconds (TB290).)
Cancel the deceleration mode by pressing 3. After the glow lamp goes out, press the
the deceleration button as necessary. deceleration button (to cancel the
4. Warm up the engine. deceleration mode), and then turn the key
Refer to “Warming up the engine” on page to the START position to start the engine.
3-5. 4. Once the engine starts, release the key.
5. After the completion of the warming up, The key automatically returns to the ON
press the deceleration button to cancel position.
the deceleration mode. 5. Check that the warning lamps are off.
6. Return the throttle controller to the original
position and warm up the engine.
Refer to “Warming up the engine”.
3-4
Operation
Warming up the engine Stopping the engine

IMPORTANT: Avoid racing the engine until IMPORTANT: Do not stop the engine
it has warmed up. suddenly when operating with heavy
Do not warm up the engine for a long time loads or at the maximum speed. Doing so
(20 minutes or more). When idling is may cause the engine to overheat or
required, occasionally place a load or run seize. Never stop running the engine
the engine at medium speed. suddenly except in emergency.
1. Return the throttle controller, and then run 1. Return the throttle controller.
at a low idle with no load for 5 minutes. 2. Idle the engine for about 5 minutes to
gradually let it cool.
3. Turn the starter key to the OFF position to

stop the engine.
3-5
Operation
Operating the machine

Lever pattern (ISO pattern)
Warning
• Before starting operation, carefully check which lever pattern you are going to use.
• It is described using the ISO pattern in this manual.
Left crawler forward Right crawler forward
Left crawler reverse Right crawler reverse
Arm out Boom lower
Arm in Boom raise
Upperstructure slew left Bucket load
Upperstructure slew right Bucket dump
Boom swing left

Dozer blade lower
Second boom raise (2-piece boom)
Boom swing right
Dozer blade raise
Second boom lower (2-piece boom)
3-6
Operation
Lever pattern (JCB pattern)
Warning
• Before starting operation, carefully check which lever pattern you are going to use.
• It is described using the ISO pattern in this manual.
Left crawler forward Right crawler forward
Left crawler reverse Right crawler reverse
Boom lower Arm out
Boom raise Arm in
Upperstructure slew left Bucket load
Upperstructure slew right Bucket dump
Boom swing left

Dozer blade lower
Second boom raise (2-piece boom)
Boom swing right
Dozer blade raise
Second boom lower (2-piece boom)
3-7
Operation
Warming up the machine

(hydraulic oil)
Warning
Operating the working equipment without
warming up the machine (hydraulic oil) is
dangerous, as the working equipment
cannot response to controls quickly or
may move in unexpected ways, and the
safety devices may not operate properly.
Be sure to sufficiently warm up the 2. Fully lower the safety lock lever to
machine. disengage the lock and lift the bucket from
the ground.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate the levers
too quickly when the hydraulic oil
temperature is below 20°C (68°F). The
proper hydraulic oil temperature during
operation is 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F). If
operations must be performed at lower
temperatures, heat up the hydraulic oil to
at least 20°C (68°F).
Normal warm-up
3. Extend and retract each of the cylinders

slowly several times with no load.
1. Turn the throttle controller to the middle

position, and then run the engine at
medium speed for about five minutes with
no load.
4. Slew slowly to the left and the right several
times.
3-8
Operation
Inspection after warm-up

After warming up the engine and machine
(hydraulic oil), perform the checks and
inspections described below, and repair if
necessary.
5. Travel slowly forward and in reverse

several times.
Warm-up in cold climates

1. Perform the normal warm-up procedure.
1. Check that the warning lamps and meters

are as follows:
· Are all warning lamps off?
· Is the LED on water temperature gauge
seen within the green range?
2. Check that there are no irregularities in the
exhaust color, sound and vibrations.
2. Set the bucket cylinder at the stroke end

and keep it there.
Do not keep this condition for more than
30 seconds.
3. Repeat Step 2 until the bucket operating
speed becomes normal.
3. Raise the safety lock lever to the locked

position, and then check that the
operating and travel levers are locked.
3-9
Operation
Operating the travel levers Moving the machine forward and

backward
Warning
• Never allow anyone to enter the
machine’s slewing radius and path.
• Signal your intention to move by
sounding the horn.
• There is a blind spot in the rear of the
machine. Before traveling in reverse, as
necessary, swing the cab around in
reverse to check that the area is safe
and clear.
1. Turn the throttle controller and increase

the engine speed.
• Before operating the travel levers/

pedals, make sure that the dozer blade
is to the front of the operator’s seat.
Remember that when the dozer blade is 2. Fully lower the safety lock lever to
to the rear of the operator’s seat, the disengage the lock.
travel levers/pedals must be operated in
the reverse direction from when it is to
the front.
• Clear all obstacles from the path of the
machine.
3. Fold the hoe attachment and lower it 30 to

40 cm (12 to 16 in.) above the ground.
4. Lift the dozer blade.
5. Operate the left and right travel levers as
below.
3-10
Operation
Traveling in 2nd (High) speed

Warning
applied during traveling in 2nd (high)
and return to 2nd (high) speed. It should
be noted that the travel speed changes
depending on the load condition (for
When the dozer blade is in front of the machines with the automatic travel shift-
operator’s seat: down system).
To move forward:
Tilt the levers forward.
To move backward:
Tilt the levers backward.
Press the travel speed switch to set to the

2nd (high) speed, and press it again to return
to the 1st (low) speed.
When the dozer blade is behind the

operator’s seat:
To move forward:
Tilt the levers backward.
To move backward:
Tilt the levers forward.
3-11
Operation
Pivot turn Spin turn
Turning to the left when stopped: To spin left:

To turn forward to the left: Tilt the left lever backward and the right
Tilt the right lever forward. lever forward.
To turn backward to the left: To spin right:
Tilt the right lever backward. Tilt the right lever backward and the left
To turn to the right, operate the left lever in lever forward.
the same way as for the right lever.
Turning to the left while traveling:

To turn left while traveling forward:
Set the left lever to neutral.
To turn left while traveling backward:
Set the left lever to neutral.
To turn to the right while traveling, operate
the right lever in the same way as for the left
lever.
3-12
Operation
Stopping travel
Warning
• Park the machine on a flat, rigid and
safe ground. Set the parking brake. If
you must park on a slope, chock the
tracks to block the machine.
• If any control is accidentally touched
when the safety lock lever is not locked,
the machine may suddenly move and
cause serious injury or death.
Caution
Never stop running the machine suddenly
except in emergency. Stop in good time,
if possible.
1. Set the left and right travel levers slowly to

the neutral position. The machine stops.
3-13
Operation
Operating the working equipment Slewing

Warning
Warning Check the surrounding area for safety
• Before starting operation, carefully before slewing.
check which lever pattern you are going
to use.
• It is described using the ISO pattern in
this manual.
Upperstructure slew left:

Tilt the left operating lever to the left.
Upperstructure slew right:
Tilt the left operating lever to the right.
Use the right operating lever to operate the
boom and bucket. Operating the boom
Use the left operating lever to operate the
arm and slewing.
Return the operating levers to the neutral
position to stop the hoe attachments.
1. Lower the safety lock lever to the
unlocked position.
2. Set the pedal cover to the unlocked
position.
Boom lower:
Tilt the right operating lever forward.
Boom raise:
Tilt the right operating lever backward.
3-14
Operation
Operating the arm Boom swing left:

Step on the left side of the pedal.
Boom swing right:
Step on the right side of the pedal.
Operating the second boom
Arm in:
Tilt the left operating lever backward.
Arm out:
Tilt the left operating lever forward.
Operating the bucket Second boom raise:

Step on the left side of the pedal.
Second boom lower:
Step on the right side of the pedal.
Operating the dozer blade
Bucket load:
Tilt the right operating lever to the left.
Bucket dump:
Tilt the right operating lever to the right.
Operating the boom swing Dozer blade lower:

Tilt the lever forward.
Dozer blade raise:
Tilt the lever backward.
3-15
Operation
Operating procedures
Operating procedures Be gentle when using the hydraulic

cylinder
Prohibited operations
Warning
• Do not operate on bedrock (hard or
soft).
• Do not slew while traveling. If you must
operate the hoe attachment while
traveling, operate at speeds slow
enough so you have complete control at
all times.
Do not perform demolition or leveling Do not extend the hydraulic cylinders to the
using slew force stroke ends. Operate them with leeway.
Do not demolish walls or level ground using Do not support the machine body with the
slew force. Also, do not dig the bucket teeth hoe attachment when the body is lowering
into the ground during slewing. Doing so will with the arm cylinder fully extended. Doing
damage the hoe attachment. so concentrates the load on the arm cylinder
and could damage the arm cylinder.
Do not dig while traveling
Do not dig the bucket into the ground and

use the traveling force to dig.
3-16
Operation
Do not drive piles with the bucket or dig Digging bedrock

by banging the bucket
For hard base rock, break the rock up into

Doing so will shorten the service life of the small pieces with a breaker, etc., before
hoe attachment. Use the hydraulic force to digging. This prevents damage to the
dig. machine and is thus more economical in the
end.
Do not perform operations using the
machine’s dropping force Caution on exposing the dozer blade to
shocks
Hitting the dozer blade against rocks, etc.,

could damage the dozer blade or the blade
cylinder.
Putting excessive strain on the machine will

shorten its service life. When digging, use the
hydraulic force of the cylinders and the
shallow and long strokes.
3-17
Operation
Caution on folding the hoe attachment Pay attention to the dozer blade when
digging
Be careful not to let the bucket to hit the

dozer blade when the hoe attachment is When digging deeply with the dozer blade
being folded. positioned at the front, be careful that the
boom cylinder and bucket do not hit the
Do not use the dozer blade as an dozer blade.
outrigger Operate with the dozer blade at the rear
whenever possible.
Caution on digging down with the dozer

blade
This dozer blade is designed for simple earth

pushing. Do not dig down deeply with the
dozer blade. Doing so could damage the
dozer blade and undercarriage.
3-18
Operation
Cautions on operating
Cautions on operating Cautions on using machine in water
Cautions on traveling
If the rear of the machine is submerged in

water as shown in the figure above, it causes
Traveling over obstacles (rocks, stumps, etc.) the radiator fan to turn in water, resulting in
may put a great load on the machine body damage to the fan. The rear of the machine
and may cause damage to it. Avoid crossing must not be submerged.
over obstacles whenever possible. If you
must do so, keep the hoe attachment near
the ground, travel at a low speed, and go
over the obstacle at the center of the crawler.
Cautions on traveling in 2nd (High) speed
• Allowable water depth

Use the machine in water only when the
water is up to the bottom of the carrier
roller (1).
• For those parts used in water for a long
time, apply enough grease until the old
• On uneven ground, maintain the low speed grease is expelled.
and avoid starting, stopping or changing • Never submerge the slew bearing or main
directions abruptly. body in water or sand. If submerged,
• When a load greater than a set value is contact a Takeuchi service agent for
applied during traveling in 2nd (high) inspection.
and return to 2nd (high) speed. It should be
noted that the travel speed changes
depending on the load condition.
• When traveling in 2nd speed, do so with
the dozer blade at the front.
3-19
Operation
Cautions on traveling on slopes • The machine may slip sideways even on

a slight slope if they are covered with
grass or dead leaves, or when traveling
Warning on a wet metal plate or frozen surfaces.
• Never travel on slopes that are too Do not allow the machine to position
steep for the machine to maintain its sideways to slopes.
stability. (maximum gradeability: 35°,
lateral tipping angle: 15°) Note that in
reality, the machine’s stability becomes Traveling posture on slopes
lower than the above values depending Climbing slopes
on the working condition.
• When traveling on slopes, lower the
bucket to a height of 20 to 30 cm (8 to
12 in.) above the ground. When climbing
a steep slope, extend the hoe
attachment to the front. In emergencies,
lower the bucket to the ground and stop
the machine.
• When traveling on slopes or grades,
drive slowly in 1st (low) speed.
• When climbing a hill, keep the
operator’s seat facing the hillside. When
descending a hill, keep the operator’s When climbing slopes of 15° or more,
seat facing the downhill direction. In maintain the machine posture as shown in
either case, travel must be done while the figure above.
paying attention to the ground in front
of the machine. Descending slopes
• Do not descend slopes in reverse.
When descending slopes of 15° or more,

• Do not change directions on slopes or slow down the engine speed and maintain
traverse slopes. First return to a flat the machine posture as shown in the figure
surface, and then take an alternative above.
path.
3-20
Operation
Braking when descending slopes If the engine stops
When descending slopes, the brakes are If the engine stops when descending a
applied automatically once the travel levers slope, set the travel levers to the neutral
are returned to the neutral position. position, stop the machine, then start the
engine.
If the crawler slips
Do not open the door while traveling on
slopes
If the crawler slips while climbing a slope and

impossible to travel, use the pulling force of
the arm to climb the slope. Opening the door while traveling on slopes is
dangerous, as the force required to open
and close the door changes abruptly. Always
keep the door closed when traveling on
slopes.
3-21
Operation
Getting out of mud Operations possible with this

machine
If the machine gets stuck in mud, use the
procedure below to get it out. Excavating
If one crawler is stuck
1. Set the dozer blade on the side opposite

to the side you want to dig on.
1. Swing the bucket to the side of the 2. Use the arm and bucket and dig with
crawler being stuck. shallow, long strokes. The maximum
2. Set the arm and boom to an angle of 90 digging force can be obtained when the
to 110°. boom and arm angle is 80 to 120°. Use
3. Press the bottom of the bucket (not the this angle for effective digging.
teeth) against the ground.
4. Place a plank or the like under the lifted Digging ditches
crawler.
5. Lift the bucket and slowly move the
machine out of the mud.
If both crawlers are stuck
Install a bucket suited for digging ditches

and set the crawlers parallel to the ditch to
be dug for greater efficiency.
When digging wide ditches, dig the sides
first, and then dig the center.
1. Perform the steps 1 to 4 above for both
crawlers.
2. Dig the bucket into the ground in front of
the machine.
3. Pull with the arm while traveling forward to
slowly move the machine out.
3-22
Operation
Digging side drains Leveling
Use the boom swing function to dig side 1. Bring the hoe attachment close to the
ditches as shown in the figure. body.
2. Gradually remove the dirt from the side of
Loading the mound.
3. Once the mound is low, remove the dirt
from the top. If the load becomes too
heavy for the machine body, adjust by
raising or lowering the dozer blade.
When loading dirt onto a truck bed, load

from the back of the truck, as it is easier and
able to load more load than doing it from the
front.
Also, use a small slewing angle for greater
efficiency.
3-23
Operation
Parking the machine
Parking the machine 3. Lower the bucket and the dozer blade to
the ground.
Parking 4. Raise the safety lock lever to the locked
position.
5. Stop the engine and remove the key.
Warning Refer to “Stopping the engine” on page
3-5.
For machines equipped with accumulator:
Refer to “Operating the machine with an
accumulator” on page 2-51.
Inspection and checks after

stopping the engine
1. Check for oil or water leak and inspect the
working equipment, covers and
• Park the machine on a flat, rigid and undercarriage. If any irregularities are
safe ground. Set the parking brake. found, repair.
2. Fill up the fuel tank.
Refer to “Inspecting the fuel level” on page
5-19.
3. Remove any paper scraps or dirt from the
engine room.
4. Remove any mud from the undercarriage.
Locking
Be sure to lock the following places:
If you must park on a slope or incline,

park the machine securely and block
the movement of the machine.
• When parking on a street, use barriers,
caution signs, lights, etc., so that the
machine can easily be seen even at
night to avoid collision with other
vehicles.
• Before leaving the operator’s seat, raise
the safety lock lever to engage the lock • Cab door
and stop the engine. Also, be sure to • Engine hood
remove the key, lock the door and • Covers
covers, take it with you and store it in a
specified place.
1. Set the left and right travel levers to the

neutral position.
2. Return the throttle controller to set the
engine to low idling.
3-24
Operation
Handling in cold climates
Handling in cold Cautions after operations
climates Observe the following cautions to prevent

mud, water, or the undercarriage from
Preparing for cold climates freezing and making it impossible for the
machine to move.
Starting engine in cold climates is not easy, • Remove all mud and water from the
and it becomes more difficult if the coolant machine body. In particular, wipe the
freezes. Prepare for cold-climate problems hydraulic cylinder rod clean to prevent
as follows. damage to the seal caused by mud or dirt
on the rod surface getting inside the seal
Replacing the fuel and lubricant together with drops of water.
Replace the hydraulic oil, engine oil and fuel • Park the machine on hard and dry ground.
with those intended for cold climates. If this is impossible, park the machine on a
Refer to “Fuel and lubricant table” on page wooden board placed on ground.
5-4. • Drain any water in the fuel tank to prevent it
from freezing.
Engine coolant Refer to “Draining the water from the fuel
tank” on page 5-31.
Warning • As the battery capacity drops markedly in
The engine coolant is combustible. Keep low temperatures, cover the battery or
away from flame. remove it from the machine and keep it in a
Use long-life coolant (antifreeze) and tap warm place.
water for the engine coolant. If the electrolyte level is low, add distilled
water in the morning before beginning
Note: New machines are delivered with JIS work. To prevent the battery electrolyte
Type 2 long-life coolant (antifreeze) at a from freezing in the night, do not add water
concentration of 50%. after the day’s work.
Refer to “Fuel and lubricant table” on page
5-4.
After the cold climate
Battery
As the temperature drops, the battery When the climate becomes warmer, do as
performance decreases. follows:
Inspect the battery. If it is discharging, • Replace the fuel and oil for all parts with
contact a Takeuchi service agent to have the those specified in the “Fuel and lubricant
battery recharged. table”.
Refer to “Inspecting the battery fluid level Refer to “Fuel and lubricant table” on page
and replenishing” on page 5-32. 5-4.
• If a coolant of “one season type” is used,
drain the cooling system completely, clean
out the inside of the cooling system
thoroughly, and fill with tap water.
Refer to “Cleaning the engine cooling
system” on page 5-48.
3-25
Operation
Handling rubber crawlers
Handling rubber
crawlers
Rubber crawlers have an inherent weakness,
lack of strength, due to their use of rubber.
Be sure to observe the prohibitions and
cautions below to prevent the crawlers from
being damaged or coming off.
Prohibitions
• Do not let fuel, oil, salt or chemical solvents
Do not travel or operate the machine in the get on the crawlers. These substances
following places: may corrode the bonding of the steel cores
on the crawlers, resulting in rust or peeling.
If any of these substances gets on the
crawler, immediately clean it off with water.
• Traveling and slewing on crushed rock,

extremely rough hard rock, steel beams,
scrap iron, or near the edges of steel plates
will cause damage to the rubber crawlers. • It will cause an irregular wear or damage to
the lugs, if the machine travels on irregular
surfaces such as recently paved with
asphalt, exposed to a bonfire or of hot iron
sheets under the blazing sun.
• Do not move earth in places where the
rubber crawlers may slip. Doing so may
speed up lug wear.
• Traveling on riverbeds or places where

there are large numbers of boulders may
cause the stones to get caught and
damage the crawler or make the crawler
come off.
• Do not use the machine on the seashore.
The salt may corrode the steel core.
3-26
Operation
Cautions
Observe the following cautions when
operating the machine:
• Rubber crawler belts are not as stable as

steel crawler belts since the entire lugs are
made of rubber. Be very careful when
slewing and swinging sideways.
• Do not turn the undercarriage with the front

of the machine body lifted using the hoe Preventing the rubber crawlers
attachment (the upperstructure is not from coming off
turned). Doing so will twist the crawlers
with the load concentrated on a single Observe the following cautions to prevent
point on the crawler belt, causing rapid the crawler from coming off.
damage to the crawlers. • Always keep the crawlers at the proper
• Avoid changing course abruptly or spin- tension.
turning on concrete surfaces whenever
possible. Doing so may wear or damage
the rubber crawlers.
• Avoid drops that may expose the rubber
crawlers to strong shocks.
• Salt, potassium chloride, ammonium
sulfate, potassium sulfate, and triple
superphosphate of lime can damage the
crawler belts. If any of these substances
gets on the crawler belts, wash if off
thoroughly with water.
• Do not let the sides of the rubber crawlers
rub against concrete or walls. • When traveling over a large step such as a
• Do not damage the rubber crawlers by cobblestone or rock (20 cm (8 in.) or
hitting the bucket against them. deeper), climb up the step at the right
• Be especially careful on snowy or frozen angle and do not change courses on top of
surfaces in winter, as the crawler belts tend the step.
to slip in such conditions.
• Use rubber crawler belts at temperatures
between –25°C to +55°C (–14°F to 131°F).
• When storing the rubber crawlers for long
periods of time (three months or more), do
so indoors in a place not exposed to direct
sunlight or rain.
3-27
Operation
• When climbing in reverse, do not change • Do not change directions when the crawler
directions at the point where the slope belts are slack as shown in the figure.
starts.
• The rubber crawler belts will come off if the

• Avoid traveling by setting one crawler on a machine travels backward in this condition.
slope or projecting portion and the other
crawler on a flat surface (with the machine
at a tilt of 10° or more). Travel with both
crawlers set on flat surfaces.
• The rubber crawler belts will come off if the

machine turns in this condition.
3-28
Transport
4-1
Transport
Loading and unloading

Warning
The machine may roll or tip over or fall
while being loaded or unloaded. Take the
following precautions:
• Select a firm, level surface and keep
sufficient distance from road shoulders.
• Secure the ramps of adequate strength
and size to the truck bed. The slope of
the ramps must not exceed 15°. If the 1. Set the parking brake on the transporter
rumps are bowed down too low, and chock the wheels.
support them with poles or blocks. 2. Fix the ramps securely to the truck bed.
• Never use the working equipment to The slope of the ramps must not exceed
load or unload the machine. Doing so 15°.
may result in tipping over or falling 3. Align the center of the truck bed with the
down of the machine. center of the machine, and of the ramp
• Keep the truck bed and loading ramps with the center of the crawler.
clean of oil, soil, ice, snow, and other 4. Make sure the dozer blade does not hit
materials to prevent the machine from the ramps.
sliding sideways. Clean the crawlers. 5. Lower the hoe attachment as far as
• Chock the transporter wheels to prevent possible without letting it touch the
movement. transporter.
• Turn off the deceleration switch and 6. Decrease the engine speed.
auto-deceleration switch. Otherwise,
the engine speed may suddenly
increase to cause troubles.
• When being loaded or unloaded, travel
slowly in 1st (low) gear by following the
signal from the signal person.
• Never change courses on the ramps.
• Do not slew/swing on the ramps. The
machine may tip over.
• When slewing/swinging on the truck
bed, do it slowly as the footing should
be unstable.
• Lock the cab door after being loaded, if
applicable. Otherwise, the door may
open during transport.
• Chock the tracks and secure the
machine to the truck bed with wire rope
or chain.
When loading or unloading the machine, be

sure to use ramps or a platform and follow
the procedure below.
4-2
Transport
7. Drive the machine straight toward the

ramps and travel up or down the ramps at
1st (low) speed, by following the signal
from the signal person.
8. Load the machine at the specified position
on the transporter.
Refer to “Transporting posture” on page
4-6.
4-3
Transport
Hoisting the machine
Hoisting the machine Hoisting

1. Slew the upperstructure so that the dozer
blade is at the rear of the machine (set the
Warning upperstructure parallel to the track frame).
• Know and use the correct crane signals. 2. Raise the dozer blade fully.
• Check the hoisting equipment for 3. Extend the bucket cylinder and arm
damaged or missing parts on a daily cylinder fully to raise the boom to its
basis and replace as necessary. uppermost position.
• When hoisting, use a wire rope capable 4. If the boom is swung to either the left or
of lifting the machine mass. right side, set it in the neutral position.
• Hoist the machine in such a manner 5. Raise the safety lock lever to the locked
described in the procedure below. Do position.
not do it in any other manner. Doing so 6. Stop the engine, remove the starter key
is dangerous as it may result in the and get off the machine.
machine losing its balance. 7. Install the wire ropes as shown on the
• Do not hoist the machine with an figure below. Install the wire ropes and
operator on it. hoisting attachment without letting them
• When hoisting, hoist slowly so that the touch the machine body.
machine does not tip. 8. Hoist the machine slowly until it leaves the
• Keep everyone out of the area when ground.
hoisting. Do not move the machine over 9. Stop hoisting until the machine becomes
the heads of the persons. stable, and then start hoisting the machine
slowly again.
IMPORTANT: This hoisting method
applies to machines with standard
specifications. The center of gravity
differs according to the attachments and
optional equipment installed.
Contact your Takeuchi service agent for
details.
4-4
Transport
Hoisting the machine
4-5
Transport
Securing the machine
Securing the machine

After loading the machine at the specified position, secure it as described below.
Transporting posture
1. Lower the dozer blade. Precautions to be taken during

2. Extend the bucket cylinder and arm transportation
cylinder fully, and then lower the boom.
3. Raise the safety lock lever to the locked Warning
position. • Know and follow the applicable safety
4. Stop the engine, remove the starter key rules, vehicle code and traffic laws
and lock all locks. when transporting the machine.
5. Place the stoppers (chocks) in front and • Select the best transport route by
behind the crawlers. considering the length, width, height
6. Install a chain or wire rope over the lower and weight of the truck with the
frame of the machine and fasten it machine loaded on it.
securely to prevent the machine from • Never abruptly start or stop or run at a
slipping sideways. high speed at the sharp curves during
7. Secure the bucket with a chain or wire transport. Doing so will move or lose the
rope. balance of the loaded machine.
IMPORTANT: Place a wooden block under

the bucket to protect the floor from
damage caused by the bucket.
4-6
Maintenance
5-1
Maintenance
General
General Cautions on maintenance

Maintenance overview Do not perform any other inspection and
maintenance works than those listed in this
To keep the machine in good condition and manual.
use if for a long period, perform the For works not listed in this manual, ask your
inspection and maintenance properly and sales or a service dealer for help.
safely following the procedures
recommended by this manual. Keep the machine clean
• Clean the machine before performing
The inspection and maintenance items are inspection and maintenance and try to
divided into groups according to the keep it clean.
machine’s total operating time: every 10 • Stop the engine before washing the
hours (walk-around and daily inspection), machine. Cover the electrical parts so that
every 50 hours, every 250 hours, etc. Refer water cannot enter. Water on electrical
to the hour meter readings to determine parts could cause short-circuits or
when to schedule an inspection and malfunctions. Do not use water or steam to
maintenance. Items for which it is not wash the battery, electronic control
possible to determine the inspection and components, sensors, connectors or the
maintenance interval are included under operator’s compartment.
“When Required”.
Fuel, lubricant and grease
When operating the machine in extremely • Choose fuel, lubricant and grease by
harsh environments (with high dust levels or following to the “Fuel and lubricant table”.
high temperatures), inspection and • Use fuels, lubricants and greases which do
maintenance should be performed earlier not contain water, and be careful to keep
than the times specified on the Maintenance dirt out when changing or replenishing fuel,
List. lubricant or grease.
• Store fuels, lubricants and greases in the
prescribed places and in such a way that
no water or dirt can get in them.
Cautions on refueling
• If the port includes a strainer, do not
remove the strainer when fueling.
• After fueling, be sure to securely tighten the
fuel filler cap.
• Do not add more than the specified
amount of fuel.
Do not use fuel to clean parts

Do not use fuel to clean parts. Use a non-
combustible cleaning agent.
Keep dirt out

When mounting and removing parts, do so in
a place where there is no dust, clean the
working area and the part, and keep dirt out.
5-2
Maintenance
General
Clean the installation surfaces Cautions on handling of battery wiring

When installing and removing parts, be sure • Disconnect the wiring from the both
that the surfaces of contact of the parts are terminals (+ and –) on the battery before
clean. If the sealing grooves of the surface of working on the electrical system or doing
contact are damaged, consult your sales or electric welding.
service dealer for repair or release. Always disconnect it from the earth side (–).
When connecting, connect the earth side
Seals and split pins last.
• Be sure to replace all seals and cotter pins • Do not disconnect the battery wiring while
with new ones. the engine is moving. Otherwise, the
• When installing, be careful not to damage electric circuits of the rotary converter or
or twist the seal. others may be damaged.
Sealing tape
• When wrapping the plug with sealing tape,

remove any old sealing tape from the
threads and clean the threads.
• Wrap the thread tight with seal tape
starting 1 or 2 threads away from the
thread end.
Disposing of wastes
• Always collect oil that is drained from the
machine in containers. Improperly
disposed waste oil can cause
environmental harm.
• Follow appropriate laws and regulations
when disposing of harmful objects such as
oil, fuel, cooling water, coolant, filters and
batteries.
Check after maintenance

• Gradually increase the engine speed from a
low idle to maximum speed and check that
there is no oil or water leaking from
serviced parts.
• Operate each control lever and check that
the machine is operating properly.
5-3
Maintenance
Service data
Service data
Fuel and lubricant table
Select the appropriate fuel, lubricant and grease according to the temperature by referring to
the table below.
• Regardless of the specified time, change the oil if it becomes too dirty or degraded.
• When refilling, never mix oils of different brands. If a brand is to be changed, replace the
whole fuel/oil.
Fuel
Diesel fuel specifications
Diesel fuel should comply with the following specifications. The table lists several worldwide
specifications for diesel fuels.
Diesel fuel specification Location Diesel fuel specification Location

ASTM D975
No.1-D S15, S500 USA ISO 8217DMX International
No.2-D S15, S500
EN590: 96 European union BS2869-A1 or A2 United kingdom
To maintain the performance and service life of the engine,

always use clean and high-quality fuel.
• To avoid freezing in cold climates, use a diesel fuel that still
functions when the temperature is at least 12°C (53.6°F) below
the lowest expected ambient temperature.
• Use a diesel fuel that has a cetane number of 45 or higher.
When operating at a very low temperature or at a high altitude,
a higher cetane number fuel will be required.
• Use fuel with sulfur content of less than 0.05 to 0.0015% by
volume.
Fuel tank Diesel fuel
<TB285> Especially in the U.S.A. and Canada, ultra-low sulfur
fuel should be used.
A higher sulfur content fuel may cause sulfuric acid corrosion
in the cylinders of the engines.
• Never mix kerosene, used engine oil, or residual fuels with the
diesel fuel.
• Poor quality fuel can reduce engine performance and / or
cause engine damage.
• Fuel additives are not recommended. Some fuel additives may
cause poor engine performance.
5-4
Maintenance
Service data
Lubricant
Type by air temperature

Location Type -4 14 32 50 68 86 104°F When to replace
-20 -10 0 10 20 30 40°C
Diesel engine oil
<TB285>
Every 250 hrs
API: CF class or higher SAE 10W-30
Engine oil pan after the initial
<TB290> SAE 15W-40 50 hrs.
API: CF-4 class or
higher
Takeuchi genuine Every 4000
ISO VG46
hydraulic oil 46 hrs.***
Hydraulic oil
ISO VG32
tank Every 2000
Anti-wear hydraulic oil ISO VG46
hrs.***
ISOVG68
Cooling water (water +

coolant)**
Engine cooling SAE: J814C, J1941, Mixture of 50% coolant
Every 1000 hrs.
system J1034 or J2036 Mixture of 30% coolant
ASTM: D6210 or
D4985(USA)
Every 1000 hrs
Travel reduction Gear oil
SAE 90 after the initial
gear API: GL-4
250 hrs*.
Slew bearing Lithium based grease Every 50 hrs.
Working EP-2 — Daily or every
equipment NLGI No.2 10 hrs.
* : If the ratio of traveling time to total operating time is high, replace the gear oil earlier than
the specified time.
** : For water, use tap water (soft). Do not use well or river water. When the ambient
temperature drops below 0°C (32°F), add coolant (antifreeze). Follow the coolant
manufacturer’s instructions to determine the mixture ratio.
*** : The hydraulic oil replacement interval depends on the type of hydraulic oil being used. New
machine are delivered with Takeuchi genuine hydraulic oil 46, and the hydraulic oil
replacement intervals indicated in this manual assume that Takeuchi genuine hydraulic oil
46 is being used. When using conventional antiwear hydraulic oil, the hydraulic oil should
be replaced every 2000 hours.
5-5
Maintenance
Service data
Volume
<TB285>
Engine cooling Hydraulic oil Travel reduction

Engine oil pan Fuel tank
system tank gear
Upper limit 14 L (14.8 US qt.) System 128 L (33.8 US gal.) 1.1L X 2
10.2 L (10.8 US qt.) 140 L (37 US gal.) (1.16 US qt.) X 2
Lower limit Tank
5.7 L (6 US qt.) 73 L (19.3 US gal.)
<TB290>
Engine cooling Hydraulic oil Travel reduction

Engine oil pan Fuel tank
system tank gear
Upper limit 16 L (16.9 US qt.) System 128 L (33.8 US gal.) 1.1L X 2
15 L (15.9 US qt.) 140 L (37 US gal.) (1.16 US qt.) X 2
Lower limit Tank
11 L (11.6 US qt.) 73 L (19.3 US gal.)
Regularly replace the hydraulic

oil
When a hydraulic breaker is used, the oil
deteriorates more quickly than that used for
a usual excavation operation. Be sure to
replace the hydraulic oil and the return filter
elements.
• Failure to replace these in time can lead to
damage to the machine and the breaker
hydraulic system. To prolong the service life
of the hydraulic devices, properly replace
the hydraulic oil and the return filter
elements according to the table below.
• When replacing the hydraulic oil, clean the
suction strainer.
Replacement interval (hours)

( ): When a conventional antiwear hydraulic
oil is used.
Item Hydraulic oil Filter element
1st time — 25
2nd time — 100
Periodically 1200 (600) 200
When the breaker operating ratio is 100%.
Refer to “Hydraulic breaker” on page 8-6.
5-6
Maintenance
Service data
List of consumables
Periodically replace consumables such as filters and elements according to the table below.
<TB285>
System Item Part name Part No. When to replace
Hydraulic oil Every 1000 hrs
1551103900
return filter after the initial 250
Hydraulic system Pilot line filter Element 1551200601 hrs.
Air breather filter 1552002715 Every 1000 hrs.

Engine lubrication Every 250 hrs after
Engine oil filter Cartridge Y129150-35153
system the initial 50 hrs.
Fuel filter Cartridge Y129907-55801
Fuel system Water separator Every 500 hrs.
Cartridge Y129917-55850
filter
Every 1000 hrs. or
Primary (Outer) after 6 cleanings
1911113001
element (whichever comes
Air cleaner system Air cleaner first)
When the primary
Secondary
1911113002 elements are
(Inner) element
replaced.
<TB290>
System Item Part name Part No. When to replace
Hydraulic oil Every 1000 hrs
1551103900
return filter after the initial 250
Hydraulic system Pilot line filter Element 1551200601 hrs.
Air breather filter 1552002715 Every 1000 hrs.

Engine lubrication Every 250 hrs after
Engine oil filter Element I8-98018-8580
system the initial 50 hrs.
Pre-fuel filter 1552002502
Element
Fuel system Main fuel filter I8-98143-0410 Every 500 hrs.
Feed pump filter Repair kit I8-98071-4010
Every 1000 hrs. or
Primary (Outer) after 6 cleanings
1911113001
element (whichever comes
Air cleaner system Air cleaner first)
When the primary
Secondary
1911113002 elements are
(Inner) element
replaced.
5-7
Maintenance
Service data
List of tools
Code Part name Part No. Remarks
1 Spanner Y28110-100120 10 - 12
2 Spanner Y28110-140170 14 - 17
3 Screwdriver Y104200-92350 (+) (–) replaceable shank

Y119640-92750 <TB285>
4 Filter wrench
1691903560 <TB290>
5 Hammer 1690300330 3/4
6 Monkey wrench 1690400250 250 mm
7 Pliers 1690500200 200 mm
8 Spanner 1690001013 10-13
9 Spanner 1690001922 19-22
10 Spanner 1690002427 24-27
11 Spanner 1690002730 27-30
12 Spanner 1690003236 32-36
13 Spanner 1690100041 41
14 Hex. wrench 1690600500 5 mm
15 Hex. wrench 1690600600 6 mm
16 Hex. wrench 1690600800 8 mm
17 Hex. wrench 1690601000 10 mm
18 Hex. wrench 1690601200 12 mm
19 Tool case 1691400001
20 Case 1691900001
21 Grease gun 1691060610 600 cc
22 Drain connector 1554512601
5-8
Maintenance
Service data
List of tightening torques

Nuts and Bolts (for ISO strength category 10.9)
Tighten nuts and bolts at the torques shown on the table below, unless otherwise specified.
• The tightening torques used for the mounted plastic covers are not listed in the table below.
Consult your sales or service dealer for details. They will be damaged if over tightened.
• When replacing nuts and bolts, replace them with nuts and bolts of the same size and
standards.
• Tighten nuts and bolts alternately (top, bottom, left then right) or in 2 or 3 times so that they
are evenly tightened.
Tightening torque
Head width (b) Size (a) x pitch
Classification General connection points
mm mm N·m ft-lb.
10 M6 x 1.0 9.8±0.5 7.2±0.4
12, 13 M8 x 1.25 22.6±1.1 16.6±0.8
14, 17 M10 x 1.5 47.1±2.4 34.7±1.7
Coarse 17, 19 M12 x 1.75 83.4±4.1 61.5±3.0
19, 22 M14 x 2.0 134.4±6.7 99.1±4.9
22, 24 M16 x 2.0 207.9±10.4 153.3±7.7
27, 30 M20 x 2.5 410.9±20.5 303.1±15.1
12, 13 M8 x 1.0 24.5±1.2 18.1±0.9
14, 17 M10 x 1.25 50±2.5 36.9±1.8
17, 19 M12 x 1.5 87.3±4.3 64.4±3.2
Fine
19, 22 M14 x 1.5 135.3±6.8 99.8±5.0
22, 24 M16 x 1.5 220.6±11 162.7±8.1
27, 30 M20 x 1.5 452.1±22.6 333.4±16.6
5-9
Maintenance
Safety-critical parts
To use the machine safely, periodically perform inspection and maintenance. The safety-critical
parts listed below must be periodically replaced for an increased safety.
Serious injury or a fire could result if they are worn or damaged.
List of safety-critical parts
Unit Safety-critical parts to be replaced periodically When to replace
Fuel hoses
Fuel system
Packing on fuel filler cap
Heater hoses
Heater & AC systems
Air conditioner hoses
Hydraulic hoses (pump - delivery)
Hydraulic hoses (pump - suction)

Main body
Hydraulic hoses (slew motor)
Hydraulic hoses (travel motor)
Hydraulic hoses (boom cylinder piping) Every 2 years
Hydraulic hoses (second boom cylinder piping)

Hydraulic
Hydraulic hoses (arm cylinder piping)
system
Hydraulic hoses (bucket cylinder piping)
Working
Hydraulic hoses (swing cylinder)
equipment
Hydraulic hoses (blade cylinder)
Hydraulic hoses (angle blade cylinder)
Hydraulic hoses (pilot valve)
Hydraulic hoses (auxiliary piping)
Seat belt Every 3 years
5-10
Maintenance
The material of the safety-critical part listed above tends to change over time and cause wear
or deterioration. It is difficult to determine the degree of deterioration at the periodic inspection,
and thus they need to be replaced with new ones after a certain time to maintain their proper
performance even if they appear in good condition. Note that regardless of the replacement
schedule, replacement must be performed immediately if a symptom of wear is found. If a
hose clamp is deformed or cracked, replace it together with the hose immediately. When
replacing the safety-critical parts, ask your sales or service dealer.
In addition to the safety-critical parts, inspect the hydraulic hoses and retighten or replace as
necessary. When replacing the hydraulic hoses, replace the O-rings and seals at the same
time.
Check the fuel and hydraulic hoses according to the periodic schedule described below.
Refer to “Maintenance”.
Type of inspection Inspection item
Daily inspection Leakage from the connecting parts of hydraulic or fuel hoses
Leakage from the connecting parts of hydraulic or fuel hoses
Monthly inspection
Damaged hydraulic or fuel hoses (cracks, wear and tear)
Leakage from the connecting parts of hydraulic or fuel hoses
Annual inspection Deteriorated, twisted, damaged hydraulic or fuel hoses (cracks, wear
and tear) or hoses in contact with other parts of the machine
5-11
Maintenance
Maintenance list
Maintenance list
Inspection and maintenance item Page
Walk-around inspection
Inspecting by opening the engine hood and covers 5-14
Inspecting by walking around the machine 5-15
Inspecting while sitting in the operator’s seat 5-15
Daily inspection (every 10 hours)
Inspecting and replenishing the coolant 5-16
Inspecting and replenishing the engine oil 5-17
Inspecting the water separator and the fuel filters 5-18
Inspecting the fuel level 5-19
Inspecting the hydraulic oil tank level and replenishing 5-20
Lubricating the working equipment 5-21
After the initial 50 hours (only for new machines)
Replacing the engine oil and the oil filter 5-22
Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt 5-24
Inspecting and adjusting the compressor belt (AC) 5-26
Every 50 hours
Inspecting the crawler belt tension 5-28
Lubricating the slew bearing 5-30
Draining the water from the fuel tank 5-31
Inspecting the battery fluid level and replenishing 5-32
Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter 5-34
Replacing the pilot line filter 5-35
Replacing the travel motor gear oil* 5-36
Every 250 hours
Replacing the engine oil and the oil filter 5-37
Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt 5-37
Inspecting and adjusting the compressor belt (AC) 5-37
Cleaning the air cleaner 5-38
Cleaning the radiator fins and oil cooler fins 5-39
Cleaning the air filters (AC) 5-40
Cleaning the condenser (AC) 5-41
Inspecting the refrigerant (gas) level (AC) 5-42
*: If the percentage of the traveling time within the total operating time is high, replace the gear
oil earlier than the specified time.
5-12
Maintenance
Maintenance list
Inspection and maintenance item Page

Every 500 hours
Replacing the fuel filter 5-44
Replacing the water separator filter <TB285> 5-46
Replacing the feed pump filter <TB290> 5-47
Every 1000 hours
Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter 5-48
Replacing the pilot line filter 5-48
Replacing the travel motor gear oil * 5-48
Cleaning the engine cooling system 5-48
Replacing the air cleaner element 5-50
Replacing the air breather filter 5-51
Inspecting and adjusting the engine valve clearance 5-51
Retightening the engine cylinder head bolt <TB285> 5-51
Inspecting the engine compression pressure <TB290> 5-51
Inspecting and cleaning the engine starter and the alternator <TB290> 5-51
Every 1500 hours
Inspecting and cleaning the engine fuel injectors <TB285> 5-52
Inspecting the crankcase breather system <TB285> 5-52
Every 2000 hours
Lapping the engine valve seats <TB285> 5-53
Every 4000 hours
Replacing the hydraulic oil and cleaning the suction strainer 5-54
When Required
Replacing the bucket teeth and the side cutters 5-58
Replacing the bucket 5-60
Adjusting the gap between the bucket and arm 5-62
Inspecting and replenishing the windshield washer fluid 5-63
Draining the water from the water separator 5-63
Lubricating the levers and pedals 5-64
Inspecting the rubber crawlers 5-65
Replacing the rubber crawlers 5-66
*: If the percentage of the traveling time within the total operating time is high, replace the gear
oil earlier than the specified time.
5-13
Maintenance
Perform the following inspections every day before starting the engine for the first time.
Warning
• Before operating, perform the walk-around inspections and make repairs immediately
where necessary.
• Be sure to secure the engine hood or cover before working the inside. Do not keep the
hood or cover open on a windy day or if the machine is parked on a slope.
Before starting the engine, look around the machine and clean any combustibles from the
surroundings of the engine. Also, inspect if oil or water is leaking and any nuts or bolts are
loosened.
Inspecting by opening the engine

hood and covers
1. Check for any twigs, leaves, oil or other
combustible materials around the engine
and battery.
2. Check for oil or engine coolant water
leakage around the engine.
3. Check for oil leakage from the hydraulic
tank, hydraulic devices, hoses or
connections.
5-14
Maintenance
Inspecting by walking around the Inspecting while sitting in the

machine operator’s seat
4. Check lights for dirt, damage and burnt 14. Check the windshield for dirt or damage.
out bulbs. 15. Check the seat and seat belt for dirt or
5. Check attachments and hoses for damage.
damage. Check the operator’s seat for dirt, oil or
6. Check the bucket, bucket teeth and side other combustible materials.
cutter for wear, damage and looseness. 16. Check the monitor, instruments and
7. Check the hook, slip stopper and hook switches for dirt or damage.
mount of buckets with hooks for damage.
(Option)
8. Check the handrail and steps for damage
and loose bolts.
9. Check the crawlers, carrier rollers, track
rollers, idlers and sprockets for damage,
wear and loose bolts.
10. Check for oil leakage from the travel
motor, carrier rollers, track rollers and
idlers.
11. Check the cab and guard for damage
and loose nuts and bolts.
12. Check the mirrors for dirt or damage,
and adjust them.
13. Check the labels for dirt and damage.
5-15
Maintenance
Daily inspection (every Inspection
10 hours)
Perform the following inspections every day
before starting the engine for the first time.
Warning
• Before operating, perform the daily
inspections and make repairs
immediately where necessary.
• Be sure to secure the engine hood or
cover before working the inside. Do not
keep the hood or cover open on a windy 1. Open the fuel lid.
day or if the machine is parked on a 2. Inspect the cooling water level in the
slope. reserve tank (1).
The level should be between the upper
limit (H) and the lower limit (L).
If it is below the lower limit (L), replenish.
Inspecting and replenishing the
coolant Replenishing
2. Remove the cap (2) of the reserve tank (1).
Warning 3. Add cooling water up to the upper limit (H)
• Do not remove the radiator cap or the of the reserve tank (1).
drain plug when the cooling water is
hot. Stop the engine and wait until the
engine and the radiator cool before
slowly loosening the radiator cap and
the drain plug to remove them.
• Always wear the protective goggle and
gloves when handling coolant
(antifreeze). If any coolant (antifreeze)
comes in contact with eyes or skin,
wash it off with clean water. Otherwise,
it could result in injures.
If the reserve tank (1) is found empty at the

inspection, check for water leakage and
then the water level in the radiator (3). Add
water to the radiator (3) as required, and
then to the reserve tank (1).
4. Install the cap (2).
Note: Use only clean water (soft water), such
as tap water, to replenish the coolant loss
due to evaporation. If the coolant loss is due
to leakage, replenish the mixture of antifreeze
and clean water (soft water) prepared using
the same mixing ratio used for the current
coolant.
5-16
Maintenance
Inspecting and replenishing the Replenishing

engine oil 1. Remove the oil filler cap (2).
2. Add oil up to between the upper limit (H)
and the lower limit (L) of the dipstick (1).
Warning Problems could arise if the oil level is either
Stop the engine and allow the machine to too low or too high.
cool down before performing 3. Tighten the oil filler cap (2).
maintenance. 4. Start the engine, run it at low idle for about
5 minutes, then stop it.
5. After about 10 minutes, inspect the oil
Inspection level.
<TB285>
<TB290>
1. Open the engine hood.

2. Take out the dipstick (1) and wipe the oil
off with a rag.
3. Fully reinsert the dipstick (1), and then pull
it back out.
4. Check the oil on the dipstick (1).
5-17
Maintenance
Inspecting the water separator Fuel filters <TB290>

and the fuel filters
Warning
• Do not smoke or permit open flames
while handling fuel or working on the
fuel system.
• Stop the engine in a well-ventilated
place and allow it to cool down before
performing maintenance.
• Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
1. Open the fuel lid or the side cover.

Water separator 2. Check if there is water in the pre-fuel filter
(1) and the main fuel filter (2).
If water collects in the filter, the float (red
ring) (3) goes up. Be sure to drain water
before the float (3) goes up to the element
(4).
3. Loose the vent plug (5) and then the drain
plug (6) to discharge water collected
inside.
4. After drainage of water, tighten each plug
and bleed air from the fuel system.
Refer to “Bleeding air from the fuel
2. Inspect the water separator warning lamp.
3. If the warning lamp is flashing, drain the
water.
Refer to “Draining the water from the
water separator” on page 5-63.
5-18
Maintenance
Inspecting the fuel level
Warning
fuel system.
when the engine is running or still hot.
Do not spill fuel on the hot surface of
the machine.
• Fill the fuel tank in a well ventilated
place.
• Do not fill the fuel tank to capacity.
• Securely tighten the fuel filler cap.
operating season.
1. Check the fuel level using the fuel gauge

(1).
F: Tank is full.
E: Tank is empty.
2. If the fuel level is low, open the fuel lid.
3. Add fuel from the fuel filler port (2) while
watching the sight gauge (3).
Refer to “Fuel filler port” on page 2-5.
5-19
Maintenance
Inspecting the hydraulic oil tank Replenishing

level and replenishing
Warning
Oil may spurt out if caps or filters are
removed or pipes are disconnected
hydraulic system.
• Press the air breather button to relieve
the internal pressure from the tank.
Inspection IMPORTANT: Do not fill up to the level

The oil level changes with the oil higher than the upper limit (H). It will
temperature. Inspect the oil by maintaining damage the hydraulic circuits or result in
the machine at posture shown in the figure at oil spurting. If accidentally done, stop the
the next. engine and wait the hydraulic oil to cool,
• Machine posture for inspecting the and then let the excessive oil to drain
hydraulic oil level from the drain plug.

2. Press the air breather button (2) to relieve
3. Remove the plug (3).
4. Add the hydraulic oil up to the middle
point of the sight gauge (1).
5. Tighten the plug (3).
1. Start the engine and run it at low speed.

2. Fully retract the cylinders (arm and
bucket), and lower the bucket to the
ground.
3. Lower the dozer blade, and then stop the
engine.
4. Open the fuel lid.
5. Inspect the oil level using the sight gauge
(1).
· When the oil temperature is about 20°C
(68°F):
· When the oil temperature is about 50 to
80°C (122 to 176°F):
The level should be slightly below the
upper limit (H).
5-20
Maintenance
Lubricating the working equipment
1. Keep the machine configuration as shown in the diagram above, lower the working
equipment to the ground, and then stop the engine.
2. Use the grease gun to lubricate the grease fittings.
3. Wipe off the excess grease.
5-21
Maintenance
After the initial 50 <TB290>
hours (only for new

machines)
Replacing the engine oil and the
oil filter
Warning
Stop the engine and allow the machine to
cool down before performing
maintenance. 1. Open the engine hood and remove the oil
• The engine, muffler, radiator, hydraulic filler cap (2).
lines, sliding parts and many other parts
of the machine are hot immediately after
the engine is stopped. Touching these
parts will cause burns.
• The engine oil is also hot.
Be careful not to touch the hydraulic oil
when loosening the cap or plug.
Working on the machine under these
conditions could result in burns or
injuries.
Engine oil 2. Loosen the bolts and remove the under

cover (3).
<TB285> 3. Place a pan for catching the waste oil
under the drain plug (4).
4. Remove the cap (A), install connector (B)
and drain the oil. (The oil comes out when
the screw is tightened.)
5. Remove the connector (B) and install the
cap (A).
IMPORTANT: Check the waste oil for

metal powder. If it contains large amounts
of metal powder, consult your sales or
service dealer.
5-22
Maintenance
Engine oil filter <TB290>

<TB285>
6. Turn the filter (5) counterclockwise with the
filter wrench and remove it.
7. Clean the surface of installation of the filter
stand.
8. Apply a thin layer of oil on the packing of
the new filter.
9. Install the new filter by hand.
10. Tighten one more turn (with the filter
wrench) after the filter packing comes in
contact with the surface of installation.
(Torque when tightening with filter
wrench: 19.6 to 23.5 N·m or 14 to 17 ft- 6. Place a pan for catching the waste oil
lb.) under the engine oil filter.
11. Add oil up to between the upper limit (H) 7. Remove the drain plug (5) and drain the oil
and the lower limit (L) of the dipstick (1). from the filter case (7).
Problems could arise if the oil level is 8. Loosen the bolt (6) and remove the filter
either too low or too high. It takes around case (7).
10 minutes for all of the added oil to go 9. Clean the inside of the filter case (7) and
down to the oil pan. install a new element (8).
12. Tighten the oil filler cap (2). 10. Clean the surface to install the filter stand
13. Start the engine, run it at low idle for and coat the new O-rings with thin oil.
about 5 minutes, then stop it. 11. Install the case (7) and secure it with the
14. After about 10 minutes, inspect the oil bolt (6).
level. · Tightening torque: 44.1 N·m (32.5 ft-lb.)
12. Install the drain plug (5).
· Tightening torque: 24.5 N·m (18.1 ft-lb.)
13. Add oil up to between the upper limit (H)
and the lower limit (L) of the dipstick (1).
Problems could arise if the oil level is
either too low or too high. It takes around
15 minutes for all of the added oil to go
down to the oil pan.
14. Tighten the oil filler cap (2).
15. Start the engine, run it at low idle for
about 5 minutes, and then stop it.
16. After about 15 minutes, inspect the oil
level.
5-23
Maintenance
Inspecting and adjusting the fan <TB290>

belt
Warning
Stop the engine and allow the machine to
maintenance.
• The engine, muffler, radiator, hydraulic
lines, sliding parts and many other parts
of the machine are hot immediately after
the engine is stopped. Touching these
parts will cause burns.
2. Press the fan belt (1) at the midpoint
IMPORTANT: The loose belts could result between the fan pulley (2) and alternator
in bad battery charge, overheat of engine pulley (3) to check the tension (approx. 98
or early wear of belt. Too tight belts could N or 22 lbf).
damage the water pump or bearing and <TB285>
belt used to drive the alternator. The slack (A) should be 7 to 10 mm (0.28
IMPORTANT: Do not let any oil or grease to 0.4 in).
get on the belt. <TB290>
The slack (A) should be 7 to 8 mm (0.27 to
Inspection 0.31 in).
1. Open the engine hood. 3. Inspect the fan belt (1) and replace if it is
as follows.
<TB285> · There are cuts or cracks.
· The belt is worn and touches the bottom
of the V groove in the pulley.
· The belt stretched too loose to be
adjusted.
5-24
Maintenance
Adjustment
<TB285>
<TB290>
1. Loosen the bolt (5) and locking nut (4).

2. Turn the adjustment bolt (6) to move the
alternator (7) and to adjust the tension of
the fan belt (1).
· Tighten: Clockwise
· Loosen: Counterclockwise
3. Tighten the bolt (5) and locking nut (4).
Tightening torque:
<TB290>
· Locking nut (4) 25 N·m (18.1 ft-lb.)
· Bolt (5) 51N·m (37.6 ft-lb.)
Note: When replacing with a new belt, run
the engine at low idle speed for about 3 to 5
minutes to break in the new belt, before
adjusting the tension.
5-25
Maintenance
Inspecting and adjusting the <TB290>

compressor belt (AC)
Warning
maintenance.
· The engine, muffler, radiator, hydraulic
lines, sliding parts and many other
parts of the machine are hot
immediately after the engine is
stopped. Touching these parts will
cause burns.
• The high-pressure pipes of the air Inspection
conditioner can be very hot (80 to 120°C <TB285>
or 176 to 248°F). Be careful not to burn
yourself.
IMPORTANT: Do not let any oil or grease

get on the belt. It will cause the belt to
slip, decrease the cooling capacity or
shorten the service life of the air
conditioner.
If the belt is too slack, it will slip and vibrate,

resulting in decreased cooling capacity. The
service life of the air conditioner also will be
shortened. Adjust the belt tension to the 1. Loosen the bolts and remove the under
standard value. cover (4). <TB285>
For TB285, 294 to 392 N or 66 to 88 lbf. 1. Open the engine hood. <TB290>
For TB290, 432.2 to 449.8 N or 97.2 to 2. Measure the belt (1) tension using the belt
101.1 lbf tension gauge. The belt tension is normal
if the belt tension gauge indicates the
<TB285> following values.
For TB285, 294 to 392 N or 66 to 88 lbf.
For TB290, 432.2 to 449.8 N or 97.2 to
101.1 lbf
5-26
Maintenance
Adjustment
<TB285>
If the belt tension is not normal, adjust it with
the adjuster bolt (2).
1. Loosen the locking nut (3).
2. Turn the adjuster bolt (2) as follows.
3. Tighten the locking nut (3) after
adjustment.
Tightening torque:
· Locking nut (4) 31.4 to 45.1 N·m (23.2
to 33.3 ft-lb.)
<TB290>
If the belt tension is not normal, tilt the
compressor to adjust the tension.
1. Loosen the fixing bolt (5) and fixing nut (6).
2. Turn the adjuster bolt (7) as follows.
3. Tighten the fixing bolt (5) and fixing nut (6)
upon completion of adjustment.
Note: When replacing with a new belt, run

the engine at low idle speed for about 3 to 5
minutes to break in the new belt, before
adjusting the tension again.
Replacing
Replace the belt in the following cases:
· There are cuts or cracks.
· The belt is worn and touches the bottom of
the V groove in the pulley.
· The belt stretched too loose to be
adjusted.
5-27
Maintenance
Every 50 hours
Every 50 hours
Inspecting the crawler belt
tension
Note: This machine uses a hydraulic cylinder
to adjust the tension of the crawler belts. It is
not necessary to regularly perform
adjustments of the crawler belt tension.
If the tension is too loose and the track

comes off, the hydraulic cylinder is likely
faulty. Ask your sales or service dealer for
repairs.
5-28
MEMO
5-29
Maintenance
Every 50 hours
Lubricating the slew bearing 4. Lower the bucket to the ground, and then
stop the engine.
5. Repeat the steps 2 to 4 above three
Warning times.
Do not slew while lubricating. Doing so is 6. Wipe off the grease expelled from the slew
dangerous, as you may get caught in the bearing and grease fitting.
machine.
1. Stop the engine with the machine in the

posture shown on the figure above.
2. Use the grease gun to grease the grease

fitting (1).
3. Start the engine, lift the bucket and slew

clockwise 90°.
5-30
Maintenance
Every 50 hours
Draining the water from the fuel Bleeding air from the fuel system
tank Refer to “Bleeding air from the fuel system”
on page 6-8.
Warning Note: Air in the fuel system causes the
• Do not smoke or permit open flames engine to fail to start or to have problems.
while handling fuel or working on the Bleed air when the fuel tank is emptied,
fuel system. using the same procedure above.
when the engine is running or still hot.
Do not spill fuel on the hot surface of
the machine.
• Fill the fuel tank in a well ventilated
place.
• Do not fill the fuel tank to capacity.
• Securely tighten the fuel filler cap.
operating season.
Do the draining operation before starting the

machine.

2. Remove the fuel filler cap (2).
3. Place a pan under the drain valve (3).
4. Remove the cap (A), install the connector
(B), and then drain the water and sediment
buildup in the bottom of the tank (the
water comes out when the screw is
tightened).
5. Remove the connector (B) and install the
cap (A).
6. Add fuel while watching the sight gauge
(1).
7. Tighten the fuel filler cap (2).
8. Close the side cover and lock it with the
key.
9. Bleed air.
5-31
Maintenance
Every 50 hours
Inspecting the battery fluid level Inspection

and replenishing
IMPORTANT: Check the fluid level of all
cells following the steps below, even
Danger when the fluid level can be checked using
• Do not use the battery when the fluid the indicator.
level is below the lower level limit. Doing
so will hasten the deterioration of the 1. Open the engine hood.
internal portions of the battery and
shorten the battery life. It also can
cause rupturing (explosion).
• Batteries generate flammable hydrogen
gas which may explode. Keep away
from flame, sparks, fire or lighted
cigarettes.
• Use a dampened cloth to clean above
the fluid level line and check the fluid
level. Do not clean with a dry cloth;
otherwise it can cause static electricity
to build up, resulting in ignition or
explosion. 2. Inspect the indicator (1).
· Blue: Good
· White: Charging needed
Warning · Red: Insufficient battery fluid
• Wear protective goggle and clothing 3. Inspect the fluid level.
when working with batteries. The fluid level must be between the upper
• Do not add the distilled water above the level line (H) and lower level line (L). If not,
upper level limit. Doing so could cause add distilled water up to the line (H).
the fluid to leak. This fluid can cause
skin damage if contacted, or can cause
the machine components to corrode.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid which will
damage eyes or skin if contacted.
· If eye contact occurs, flush
immediately with clean water and get
prompt medical attention.
· If accidentally swallowed, drink large
quantities of water or milk and call a
physician immediately.
· If acid contacts skin or clothing, wash
off immediately with a lot of water.
5-32
Maintenance
Every 50 hours
• If the fluid level cannot be checked by fluid

level lines:
Remove the caps (2) and look into the

fluid filler holes to check the fluid level. If
the fluid is below the sleeve (3), be sure to
add distilled water up to the bottom edge
of the sleeve (3).
Proper level (A)

If the fluid reaches up to the bottom edge
of the sleeve (3), the surface tension
causes the fluid to swell and the plate
appears as if it is distorted.
Level too low (B)

If fluid does not reach up to the bottom
edge of the sleeve (3), the plate looks
laminar, not distorted.
4. Check the terminals for looseness and

dirt.
Replenishing
When adding distilled water, do so before
starting operations in order to prevent
freezing.
1. Remove the caps (2), and add distilled
water until the upper level (H).
2. Check that the indicator (1) turns blue.
3. Clean the exhaust hole on the cap, then
tighten the caps (2) securely.
5-33
Maintenance
After the initial 250

hours (only for new
machines)
Replacing the hydraulic oil
return filter
Warning
maintenance.
· The engine and the hydraulic system
cause burns. 1. Open the side cover.
· The hydraulic oil is also hot and under 2. Press the air breather button (2) to relieve
high pressure. the internal pressure from the tank.
Be careful not to touch the hydraulic 3. Loosen the bolts and remove the flange
oil when loosening the cap or plug. (4).
Working on the machine under these 4. Remove the return filter (5).
conditions could result in burns or 5. Install a new return filter.
injuries due to the hot oil spurting out. 6. Install the flange (4) on its original position.
• Oil may spurt out if caps or filters are 7. Inspect the level with the sight gauge (1),
removed or pipes are disconnected and replenish if the level is too low.
before releasing the pressure in the Refer to “Inspect the hydraulic oil tank
hydraulic system. level and replenishing” on page 5-20.
· Press the air breather button to relieve
· When removing plugs or screws, or
when disconnecting hoses, stand to
the side and loosen them slowly to
before removing.
5-34
Maintenance
Replacing the pilot line filter
Warning
• Stop the engine and allow each part of
the machine to cool down before
· The engine, the hydraulic system and
many other parts of the machine are
hot immediately after the engine is
cause burns. 3. Open the engine hood.
· The hydraulic oil is also hot and under 4. Turn the case (3) counterclockwise and
high pressure immediately after the remove it.
engine is stopped. 5. Remove the element (4) and O-ring (5).
Be careful not to touch the oil when 6. Clean the inside of the case (3).
loosening the cap or plug. Working on 7. Apply a thin layer of oil on the O-ring of the
the machine under these conditions new filter.
could result in burns or injuries due to 8. Install the new element on the filter stand
the hot oil spurting out. (6).
• Oil may spurt out if caps or filters are 9. Apply a thin layer of oil on the new O-ring
removed or pipes are disconnected (5).
before releasing the pressure in the 10. Install the new O-ring (5) and the case (3)
hydraulic system. on the filter stand (6).
· Press the air breather button to relieve 11. Inspect the level with the sight gauge (1)
the internal pressure from the tank. and replenish if the level is too low.
· When removing plugs or screws, or Refer to “Inspecting the hydraulic oil tank
when disconnecting hoses, stand to level and replenishing” on page 5-20.
the side and loosen them slowly to
before removing.

2. Press the air breather button (2) to relieve
5-35
Maintenance
Replacing the travel motor gear 6. Add oil through the hole of the plug (3)
oil until oil flows out of the hole of the plug
(2).
7. Tighten the plugs (2) and (3).
Warning · Tightening torque: 58.8 ± 9.8 N·m (43.4
• Stop the engine and allow the machine ± 7.2 ft-lb.)
maintenance.
· The travel motor is hot immediately
after the engine is stopped. Touching
it will cause burns.
· The gear oil is also hot and under high
pressure immediately after the engine
is stopped.
Be careful when loosening the plugs.
injuries.
• The pressure in the reduction gear case
of travel motor may cause oil or the plug
to fly out. Loosen the plug slowly to
release the pressure.
IMPORTANT: If the percentage of the

traveling time within the total operating
time is high, replace the gear oil earlier
than the specified time.
1. Set the travel motor so that plug (1) is at

the very bottom.
2. Place a pan under the plug (1).
3. Remove the plugs (1), (2) and (3) and drain
the oil.
4. Rewrap the plugs with new sealing tape.
· Tightening torque: 58.8 ± 9.8 N·m (43.4
± 7.2 ft-lb.)
5-36
Maintenance
Every 250 hours
Every 250 hours

Replacing the engine oil and the
oil filter
Refer to “Replacing the engine oil and the oil
filter” on page 5-22.
Inspecting and adjusting the fan

belt
Refer to “Inspecting and adjusting the fan
belt” on page 5-24.
Inspecting and adjusting the

compressor belt (AC)
Refer to “Inspecting and adjusting the
compressor belt” on page 5-26.
5-37
Maintenance
Every 250 hours
Cleaning the air cleaner
Warning
maintenance.
· The engine, muffler, radiator and many
other parts of the machine are hot
stopped. Touching it will cause burns.
• Wear required appropriate equipment 2. Loosen the clamps (1) and remove the
such as protective goggle and filter dust cup (2).
mask when using compressed air, as 3. Clean the inside of the dust cup (2).
metal fragments or other objects can fly 4. Remove the primary element (3).
and cause serious injury. To prevent dirt from getting inside the
engine, do not remove the secondary
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to scratch the element (5).
element. Do not use an element if it is 5. Clean the inside of the body (4).
damaged.
IMPORTANT: When operating the
machine in very dusty places, perform
inspection and maintenance operations
every day.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to install the
element and dust cap securely. If not,
dust could be drawn into the cylinder,
damaging the engine.
6. Clean the primary element (3) with dried

compressed air (294 to 490 kPa or 43 to
71 psi).
First blow the air from the inside of the
element along the pleats. Then blow the
air from the outside and finally from the
inside again.
7. Light up the inside of the primary element
(3) with a light bulb, inspect it, and replace
1. Open the engine hood. it if there are small holes or thin spots.
8. Install the primary element (3).
9. Install the dust cup (2) with its “
OBEN/TOP” mark facing up, and then
fasten it with the clamps (1).
5-38
Maintenance
Every 250 hours
Cleaning the radiator fins and oil 2. Remove the screws (1) and open the
cooler fins condenser.
3. Blow compressed air on the fins to
remove mud and dirt stuck on them.
Warning
Wear required appropriate equipment
such as protective goggle and filter mask
when using compressed air, as metal
fragments or other objects can fly and
cause serious injury.
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to damage

the fins when cleaning.
• When using compressed air or
pressurized water, make sure the
pressure is no higher than 200 kPa (28
psi) and hold the nozzle sufficiently
away from the fins.
IMPORTANT: When using water, cover the
electrical system to prevent water from
getting in.
IMPORTANT: When operating the
machine in very dusty places, perform
inspection and maintenance operations
every day.
5-39
Maintenance
Every 250 hours
Cleaning the air filters (air Cleaning

conditioner) 1. Blow dry, compressed air (138 kPa or 20
psi or less) directly on the filters from the
inside, moving up and down along the
Warning pleats.
Wear required appropriate equipment Be sure to keep the nozzle at an adequate
such as protective goggle and filter mask distance from the filters.
when using compressed air, as metal 2. Wash the filter with neutral detergent if it is
fragments or other objects can fly and very dirty. Dry the filter completely after
cause serious injury. washing it.
Clean the filters immediately after operating

in dusty places.
If the filters are clogged, the air flow is
reduced and a booming sound is heard from
the air conditioner unit.
Removing the filters
1. Open the cab door.

2. Pull out the filter case (1) upward and
remove the ventilation filter (2) from the
filter case (1).
3. Open the cover (3).

4. Remove the circulation filter (4).
5. Use compressed air or water to clean the
filters, depending on how dirty they are.
5-40
Maintenance
Every 250 hours
Cleaning the condenser (AC)
Warning
Wear required appropriate equipment
such as protective goggle and filter mask
when using compressed air, as metal
fragments or other objects can fly and
cause serious injury.
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to damage

the fins when cleaning.
• When using compressed air or
pressurized water, make sure the
pressure is no higher than 200kPa (28
psi) and hold the nozzle sufficiently
away from the fins.

2. Clean the condenser (1).
5-41
Maintenance
Every 250 hours
Inspecting the refrigerant (gas) 3. Inspect the refrigerant by watching the

level (AC) flow of air bubbles through the sight glass
(2).
Refer to “Check list for refrigerant volume”
Warning on page 5-43.
• Exposure of the eyes or hands to the
cooler’s refrigerant could result in <TB285>
blindness or frostbite.
Never touch the refrigerant or loosen
the parts of the cooling circuit.
• Keep flames away if the refrigerant gas
is leaking.
• The high-pressure pipes of the air
conditioner can be very hot (80 to 120°C
or 176 to 248°F). Be careful not to burn
yourself.
The cooling capacity decreases if the

amount of refrigerant is insufficient.
Inspect the refrigerant level using the sight
glass (2) on the top of the receiver drier (1). <TB290>
1. Open the engine hood. 4. Check the temperature of the

2. Inspect the places for the conditions compressor’s high pressure pipe (1) and
below. low pressure pipe (2).
Refer to “Check list for refrigerant volume”
Places for inspection Conditions on page 5-43.
Cab door Fully open
Temperature control Set fully to the COOL
dial side
Fan speed High
Ventilation /
Circulation select Circulation
switch
Engine speed Maximum speed
Air conditioner
ON
switch
5-42
Maintenance
Every 250 hours
Check list for refrigerant volume
Air conditioner Normal Abnormal

High/low High pressure High pressure Little difference in High pressure
pressure pipe pipe is hot (80 to pipe is warm, low temperature pipe is hot, low
temperature 120°C or 176 to pressure pipe is between the pressure pipe is
248°F), low slightly cool. No high-pressure slightly cool. A
pressure pipe is significant pipe and the low- significant
cold (8 to 15°C difference in pressure pipe. difference in
or 46 to 59°F). temperature temperature
Clear difference between the between the
in temperature pipes. pipes.
between the
pipes.
Pipe connection Normal Some places are Some places are Normal
dirty with oil. extremely dirty
with oil.
Sight glass
Almost Flow of bubbles Mist-like flow is No bubbles is

transparent with can be seen faintly visible. visible, even
some bubbles. constantly. when the fan is
Fully transparent Sometimes set to High and
when the engine transparent or the engine is
speed is white with idling.
increased or bubbles.
decreased.
Refrigerant level Proper level Refrigerant may Refrigerant has Refrigerant level
be leaking. leaked; little is too high
left.
If the air conditioner is not working

If the air conditioner does not work well, set the fan switch to OFF and contact your sales or
service dealer for inspection and/or repairs.
IMPORTANT: Continued use of the air conditioner when it is not working properly will
damage its various parts.
IMPORTANT: Using the air conditioner when there is no refrigerant will damage the
compressor.
IIMPORTANT: Always consult your sales or service dealer for replacing the refrigerant.
Be sure to use R134a refrigerant (740 to 820 g or 1.72 to 1.81 lb.).
5-43
Maintenance
Every 500 hours
Every 500 hours <TB290>
Replacing the fuel filter
Warning
fuel system.
<TB285>
Pre-fuel filter

2. Turn the filter (1) counterclockwise with the 2. Place a pan under the pre-fuel filter (1) to
filter wrench and remove it. catch fuel.
3. Clean the surface of installation of the filter 3. Loosen the vent plug (5) and the drain
stand. plug (6) to drain the fuel inside.
4. Apply a thin layer of oil on the packing of 4. Remove the case (7) by using a filter
the new filter. wrench.
5. Install the new filter by hand. 5. Replace the seals with new ones and
6. Tighten one more turn after the filter lubricate the new seals with diesel fuel.
packing comes in contact with the surface 6. Put the new element (length of 150 mm /
of installation. (Torque when tightening 5.9 in.) (4) in the case (7) and install by
with filter wrench: 19.6 to 23.5 N·m or 14 hand until the seal makes contact with the
to 17ft-lb.) sealing surface.
7. Bleed the air. 7. Tighten the case (7) with the filter wrench.
Refer to “Bleeding air from the fuel Tightening torque: 30 N·m (22.1 ft-lb.)
5-44
Maintenance
Every 500 hours
Main fuel filter
8. Place a pan under the main fuel filter (2) to

catch fuel.
9. Loosen the vent plug (5) and the drain
plug (6) to drain the fuel inside.
10. Remove the case (7) by using a filter
wrench.
11. Replace the seals with new ones and
lubricate the new seals with diesel fuel.
12. Put the new element (length of 131 mm /
5.2 in.) (4) in the case (7) and install by
hand until the seal makes contact with
the sealing surface.
13. Tighten the case (7) with the filter
wrench.
Tightening torque: 29.4 N·m (21.7 ft-lb.)
14. Bleed air.
5-45
Maintenance
Every 500 hours
Replacing the water separator

filter <TB285>
Warning
fuel system.

2. Place a pan for catching the waste oil
under the drain hose.
3. Open the drain cock (1) and drain the fuel.
4. Remove the sensor (2).
5. Remove the filter (3).
6. Install the sensor (2) on the new filter.
7. Clean the surface to install the filter stand.
8. Apply a thin layer of oil on the packing of
the new filter.
9. Install the new filter by hand
10. Tighten 2/3 more turn after the filter
packing comes in contact with the
surface of installation.
· Tightening torque: 44.1 N·m (32.5 ft-lb.)
11. Bleed air.
5-46
Maintenance
Every 500 hours
Replacing the feed pump filter

<TB290>
Warning
fuel system.

2. Place a pan under the feed pump (1) to
catch fuel.
3. Remove the cover (2).
4. Remove the element (3) and gaskets (4).
5. Install the new element and gaskets.
6. Install the cover (2).
7. Bleed air.
5-47
Maintenance
Every 1000 hours
Every 1000 hours she must take care not to touch the
lever or pedal unless necessary.
Replacing the hydraulic oil · The one who performs maintenance
return filter must make sure to keep his/her body
or clothing away from the moving part
Refer to “Replacing the hydraulic oil return of the machine.
filter” on page 5-34. • Standing at the back of the machine
while the engine is running is extremely
dangerous, as the machine could move
Replacing the pilot line filter suddenly. Never stand at the back of the
machine while the engine is running.
Refer to “Replacing the pilot line filter” on • Do not remove the radiator cap or the
page 5-35. drain plug when the cooling water is
hot. Stop the engine and wait until the
engine and the cooling water cool.
Replacing the travel motor gear Then, slowly loosen the radiator cap
oil and the drain plug to remove them.
Refer to “Replacing the travel motor gear oil” When cleaning, if the temperature of the
on page 5-36. coolant is low, the thermostat will be closed
and the coolant will not circulate in the
radiator. Heat the coolant water to at least
Cleaning the engine cooling 90°C (194°F) before cleaning.
system 1. Open the engine hood and the side cover.
<TB285>
Warning
maintenance.
· The engine, muffler, radiator and many
cause burns.
· The engine coolant is also hot and
under high pressure immediately after
the engine is stopped. Be careful <TB290>
when loosening the caps or plugs.
injuries due to the hot coolant spurting
out.
• If maintenance must be performed with
the engine running, always work as a
two person team communicating each
other.
seat so that he/she can immediately
stop the engine when necessary. He/
5-48
Maintenance
Every 1000 hours
2. Gradually loosen the radiator cap (3) to 15. Increase the water temperature to at
release the internal pressure, and then least 90°C (194°F). Then, run the engine
remove the cap. for about 10 minutes with the thermostat
kept open.
16. Stop the engine, wait until the cooling
water temperature becomes lower, and
then check the level of coolant in the
radiator.
If necessary, add cooling water until the
radiator is full.
17. Close the radiator cap (3).
18. Clean the interior of the reserve tank (1),
and then add coolant to the upper limit
(H).
19. When the coolant has been replaced,
3. Place a pan for catching the waste coolant inspect the coolant level once again after
under the drain plug (4), and then loosen operating the machine.
the drain plug (4) to drain the coolant. Once the machine is operated, the
4. Tighten the drain plug (4). coolant is distributed throughout the
5. Add tap water to the radiator through the entire system, resulting in the lower
coolant fill port up to the top of the port. coolant level.
Take time and slowly add water, so that no Replenish the cooling water that has
air enters the radiator. been used.
7. Start the engine and run it at a speed
slightly above low idling. Raise the water
temperature to at least 90°C (194°F), and
then run the engine for about 10 minutes
with the thermostat open.
8. Stop the engine, wait until the cooling
water temperature becomes lower, and
then remove the drain plug (4) to drain the
water.
9. After draining, clean the cooling system
using a cleaning agent. When using the
cleaning agent, follow the instructions
included with the agent.
10. Repeat the steps 4 to 8 to rinse the
cooling system.
11. Tighten the drain plug (4).
12. Take time and slowly add the new
coolant (mixture of antifreeze and tap
water) to the radiator through the fill port
until it is full.
14. Warm up the engine. Use the meters to
check that there are no irregularities in
the cooling system at this time.
5-49
Maintenance
Every 1000 hours
Replacing the air cleaner element 7. Install the new elements. Press them firmly
into the body (4).
8. Install the dust cup (2) with its “
Warning OBEN/TOP” mark facing up, and then
Stop the engine and allow the machine to fasten it with the clamps (1).
maintenance.
• The engine, muffler, radiator and many
immediately after the engine is stopped.
Touching these parts will cause burns.
IMPORTANT: Do not use an element if its

pleats, gaskets or seals are damaged.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to install the
element and dust cap securely. If not,
dust could be drain into the cylinder,
damaging the engine.
2. Loosen the clamps (1) and remove the

dust cup (2).
3. Clean the inside of the dust cup (2).
4. Remove the primary element (3).
Do not remove the secondary element yet.
5. Clean the inside of the body (4).
6. Remove the secondary element (5).
5-50
Maintenance
Every 1000 hours
Replacing the air breather filter Inspecting and adjusting the

engine valve clearance
Warning This operation requires experience. Ask your
Oil may spurt out if caps or filters are sales or service dealer for it.
hydraulic system. Retightening the engine cylinder
• Press the air breather button to relieve head bolt <TB285>
the tank pressure.
This operation requires experience. Ask your
sales or service dealer for it.
Inspecting the engine

compression pressure <TB290>
Inspecting and cleaning the

1. Open the side cover. engine starter and the alternator
2. Press the button (N) to relieve the internal <TB290>
pressure from the tank.
3. Loosen the nut and remove the button (N) This operation requires experience. Ask your
on the air breather. sales or service dealer for it.
4. Remove the cover (H).
5. Replace the filter (A).
6. Install the cover (H) on the body (B).
7. Install the button (N).
5-51
Maintenance
Every 1500 hours
Every 1500 hours

Inspecting and cleaning the
engine fuel injectors <TB285>
Inspecting the crankcase

breather system <TB285>
5-52
Maintenance
Every 2000 hours
Every 2000 hours

Lapping the engine valve seats
<TB285>
5-53
Maintenance
Every 4000 hours
Every 4000 hours

Replacing the hydraulic oil and
cleaning the suction strainer
Warning
maintenance.
cause burns.
· The hydraulic oil is also hot and under
high pressure immediately after the
engine is stopped.
Be careful when loosening the caps or
plugs. Working on the machine under
these conditions could result in burns
or injuries due to the hot oil spurting
out.
• Oil may spurt out if caps or filters are
before releasing the pressure in the 3. Press the button (2) to relieve the internal
hydraulic system. pressure from the tank.
· Press the air breather button to relieve 4. Replace the air breather filter (A).
the internal pressure from the tank. Refer to “Replacing the air breather filter”
· When removing plugs or screws, or on page 5-51.
when disconnecting hoses, stand to 5. Remove the plug (3).
the side and loosen them slowly to 6. Loosen the bolts and remove the flange
gradually release the internal pressure (4).
before removing. 7. Remove the return filter (5).
8. Place a pan under the plug (6) to catch the
1. Slew 45° clockwise and set the machine waste oil.
to the hydraulic oil level inspection 9. Remove the cap (B), install connector (C)
posture. and drain the oil. (The oil comes out when
Refer to “Inspecting the hydraulic oil tank the screw is tightened.)
level and replenishing” on page 5-20.
5-54
Maintenance
Every 4000 hours
10. Remove the relay and fuse panel (9). 3. Tighten the drain hose (1) once there are
11. Loosen the bolts and remove the flange no more air bubbles coming from the
(7). elbow (2) joint.
12. Remove the suction strainer (8) and
clean it. • Slew motor
13. Clean the inside of the hydraulic tank.
14. Remove the connector (C) and install the
cap (B).
15. Install the suction strainer (8) on the tank
and then install the flange (7).
16. Install the new return filter (5) and the
flange (4) on the tank.
17. Add hydraulic oil from the hole of plug (3)
up to the level between the upper limit
(H) and the lower limit (L) in the sight
gauge (1).
19. Install the relay and fuse panel (9). 1. Loosen the air-bleeding plug (1).
20. Bleed air from the hydraulic oil circuit 2. Tighten the plug (1) once the hydraulic oil
following “Bleeding air” below. overflows from the air-bleeding plug hole
21. Set the machine to the hydraulic oil level (1).
inspection posture and inspect the oil
level after the oil cools. • Cylinders
Refer to “Inspect the hydraulic oil tank 1. Start the engine, let it run at a low-idling
level and replenishing” on page 5-20. speed for 10 minutes.
2. Maintain the engine at low idle, and then
Bleeding air slowly extend and retract each cylinder 4
or 5 times, without letting them reach the
IMPORTANT: After replacing the hydraulic stroke end.
oil, bleed air from the hydraulic circuits 3. While running the engine at high speed,
and hydraulic devices. Failure to do so slowly extend and retract each cylinder 4
may damage the hydraulic devices. or 5 times, without letting them reach the
stroke end.
• Hydraulic pump 4. Return the engine speed to low idle, and
then slowly extend and retract each
cylinder 4 or 5 times to the stroke end.

2. Loosen the drain hose (1) of the hydraulic
pump.
5-55
Maintenance
Every 4000 hours
This operation is dangerous and requires 5. Slowly move the boom in the “Boom
experience. Ask your sales or service dealer lower” direction a little until there are no
for help. more air bubbles coming from the hose
If air is not released, the working equipment nut (1) joint.
could become slow in reacting to the 6. Hold the hose fitting (A) in place with a
operation of the operator and show wrench and tighten the hose nut (1).
unexpected behavior.
Second boom
Warning
When removing plugs or screws, or when
disconnecting hoses, stand to the side
and loosen them slowly to gradually
release the internal pressure before
removing.
• Emergency shut-off valve

1. Place a pan under the hose (A) or (B) to
catch the waste oil.
2. Start the engine and run it at low idle.
3. Fully lower the safety lock lever to the
unlock position.
Arm
Boom
4. Loosen the hose (B) slowly.

2-Piece boom 5. Slowly move the arm in the “Arm in”
direction a little until there are no more air
bubbles coming from the hose (B) joint.
6. Tighten the hose (B).
4. Hold the hose fitting (A) in place with a

wrench and slowly loosen the hose nut (1).
5-56
Memo
5-57
Maintenance
When required
When required 3. Remove the key, and then check that the
bucket is stable.
Replacing the bucket teeth and
the side cutters
Replace the bucket teeth if the tooth points
are worn. Do not wait until the bucket is
damaged.
Warning
• Before performing maintenance or
repairs under the machine, lower all
moveable working equipment to the
ground or in the lowermost position.
• To prevent unexpected movement, 4. Knock out the locking pin (1) and remove
firmly secure the working equipment the point (2).
when repairing or replacing the bucket
teeth or side cutter. Note: If the drift is set against rubber pin lock
• When using a hammer, pins may fly out (3) when it is hit, the rubber pin lock may
or metal particles may be scattered. break. Set it against the back of the locking
This may lead to serious injury. pin.
· If hard metal parts such as pins,
bucket teeth, side cutter or bearings 5. Remove the rubber pin lock (3). Check if
are hit with a hammer, wear protective the rubber pin lock is still usable. Replace
gear such as safety goggles and it if it is as follows.
gloves.
· When hitting pins or bucket teeth,
always check that there is no one in
the surrounding area.
• Do not allow unauthorized personnel in
the work area while working.
Removing
1. Clean the bucket and park the machine on
a flat and rigid ground.
A ��There are cracks in the rubber and

the roller is coming off.
B ��The roller is dented when pressed
with a finger.
2. Place the bucket with its bottom flat on

the blocks so that the locking pin can be
knocked out.
5-58
Maintenance
When required
Installation 4. Knock out the locking pin (1).

Check that the end surfaces of the locking
pin just knocked out are aligned with the
upper and lower surface of the point. Do
not use the worn locking pin.
The life of the teeth can be lengthened
and the frequency of its replacement can
be reduced by turning it upside down so
that it will wear evenly.
Replace the rubber pin lock and locking
pin at the same time as replacing the
teeth. This makes it possible to prevent
the teeth from falling out
1. Remove the dirt on the surface of adaptor
and the inner part of tooth, make the • Side cutter
better contact on the mating part. Installation
2. Push rubber pin lock (3) into the welding
adaptor (4).
Do not let the rubber pin lock stick out
from the welding adaptor surface.
1. Insert the bolts from the inner of the

bucket and tighten the side cutter with
nuts.
Tightening torque: 475 N·m (350 ft-lb.)
3. Install the point (2) onto the welding 2. Caulk the bolts with a punch at three
adaptor (4). spots along the periphery of the screw to
Insert the point so that the surface behind prevent the nuts from coming loose.
the point’s pin hole is aligned with the
surface behind the welding adapter’s pin
hole.
5-59
Maintenance
When required
Replacing the bucket 1. Lower the bucket to the ground as shown

on the figure above in a stable position.
Warning Note: When removing pins, set the bucket
• Before performing maintenance or so that it is barely touching the ground If the
repairs under the machine, lower all bucket is firmly touching the ground, the
working equipment to the ground or in resistance will be great and it will be difficult
the lowermost position. to remove the pin.
the engine running, always work as a 2. Set the safety lock lever to the locked
two person team communicating each position and stop the engine.
other.
seat so that he/she can immediately
she must take care not to touch the
must make sure to keep his/her body
of the machine.
• When using a hammer, pins may fly out
or metal particles may be scattered.
This may lead to serious injury. 3. Remove the bolt (1).
· If hard metal parts such as pins, 4. Hammer the pin (2) out of the bucket.
bucket teeth, side cutter or bearings 5. Remove the bucket.
are hit with a hammer, wear protective Inspect the pin seal (3) and replace it if it is
gear such as safety goggles and deformed or damaged. (See next page.)
gloves.
· When hitting pins or bucket teeth,
always check that there is no one in
the surrounding area.
• When aligning the pin holes, always do
so by checking them visually. Do not
insert your finger in the pin hole, or you
could lose your finger.
Removing
5-60
Maintenance
When required
Installation
5. Adjust the gap between the bucket and

the arm.
1. Set the O-ring (4) on the bucket as shown Refer to “Adjusting the gap between the
on the figure above. bucket and arm (If equipped)” on page
5-62.
6. Slide the O-ring (4).
Replacing the pin seal
2. Align the pin hole (A) on the bucket with

the pin hole on the arm (5), and install the
pin (2).
3. Operate the cylinder, align the pin hole (B)
on the bucket with the pin hole on the link 1. Set the pin seal (3) in the direction shown
arm (6), and install the pin (2). on the figure above.
2. Use a mallet to slowly press the pin seal
in. Be careful not to damage the seal.
4. Align the turn prevention holes, and then

install the bolt (1) and the nut. Be sure to
leave a gap of about 0.5 to 1 mm (0.02 to
0.04 in.) between the nut and bucket
bush, or the nut will come loose.
5-61
Maintenance
When required
Adjusting the gap between the

bucket and arm (If equipped)
Warning
• Before performing maintenance or
repairs under the machine, lower all
working equipment to the ground or in
the lowermost position.
• To prevent unexpected movement,
securely block the working equipment
when adjusting the gap. 4. Remove the three bolts (2), the end plate
(3) and flange (4).
1. Lower the bucket to the ground as shown

on the figure above in a stable position. 5. Pull out the adjustment shim(s) (5)
2. Check that the bucket dose not move, corresponding to the gap (A) from
and then set the safety lock lever to the between the flange (4) and the bucket
locked position and stop the engine. body.
Adjustment shim thickness : 0.5 mm (0.02
in.)
Be careful that the gap is no less than 0.5
mm (0.02 in.) after adjustment.
Note:
Example (for a gap of 2 mm or 0.08 in.):
2 mm - 0.5 mm (standard value)= 1.5 mm
(0.06 in.)
In the above example, three shims (5) should
be removed.
3. Move the O-ring (1) to bring the gap (A) 6. Insert the adjustment shim(s) (5) removed
into view and measure the width of the in step 5 above between the end plate (3)
gap (A). and the flange (4), and then fasten it in
The gap (A) should be 0.5 mm (0.02 in.). place with the three bolts (2).
Swing the upperstructure slightly to the left · Tightening torque for bolts (2): 83 N·m
and lightly press the arm point to the left (61.5 ft-lb.)
side of the bucket (the side without an 7. Return the O-ring (1) to the original
adjuster). position.
5-62
Maintenance
When required
Inspecting and replenishing the Draining the water from the

windshield washer fluid water separator
Warning Warning
Choose ethyl alcohol as washer solution. • Do not smoke or permit open flames
Do not use methyl alcohol as washer while handling fuel or working on the
solution. It could damage the eyes. fuel system.
Use a windshield washer fluid designed place and allow it to cool down before
specifically for motor vehicles. Follow the performing maintenance.
instructions included with the washer fluid. • Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
<TB285>
Inspection
1. Open the side cover. <TB290>
2. Inspect the washer tank (1) and add
washer fluid if the level is low.
Replenishing
1. Mix the washer fluid to the prescribed
concentration.
2. Remove the cap (2) and add washer fluid.
Keep the dust away while replenishing the
washer fluid.
3. Install the cap (2).

2. Place a pan under the drain valve (1) to
catch fuel.
3. Open the drain valve (1) and drain the
water.
If the water does not drain easily, loosen
the plug (2). <TB290>
4. Close the drain valve (1) and tighten the
plug (2) <TB290>.
Refer to “Bleeding air from the fuel system”
on page 6-8.
5-63
Maintenance
When required
Lubricating the levers and pedals Boom swing pedal
Warning
Set the machine to the parking posture,
stop the engine, remove the starter key
and store it. Failure to do so may result in
the machine moving abruptly, leading to
serious injury or death.
If the levers or pedals no longer move

smoothly, grease them.
Operating levers
Dozer blade lever
Travel levers 1. Remove the lower mount section of the

boot (1) and turn it upward.
2. Wipe off the old grease.
3. Apply grease to points (A) and (B).
4. Set the boot (1) back as it was.
5-64
Maintenance
When required
Inspecting the rubber crawlers (3) Metal core
Repair or replace the rubber crawlers if their

condition becomes as described below.
Consult your sales or service dealer for repair
or replacement.
Rubber crawler
Replace the crawler if the entire crawler is
stretched and cannot be adjusted.
(1) Lug
Replace if even one metal core is off.
(4) Rubber
Replace if the height of (A) is 5 mm (0.2 in.)

or below.
(2) Steel cord
Repair if there are cracks of 60 mm (2.4 in.)

or greater in length.
If the steel cord is visible, repair as soon as
possible, regardless of the length of the
crack.
Replace if the steel cord is exposed for two

links or more.
Replace if the half or more of the steel cords
on one side are cut.
5-65
Maintenance
When required
Replacing the rubber crawlers Removal
Warning
• If you must work beneath the raised
machine or working equipment, always
use wood blocks, jack-stands or other
rigid and stable supports. Never get
under the machine or working
equipment if they are not sufficiently
supported.
the engine running, always work as a
two person team communicating each 1. Start the engine and raise the machine
other. body with the hoe attachment and the
· One person must sit in the operator’s dozer blade.
seat so that he/she can immediately 2. Stop the engine.
she must take care not to touch the
must make sure to keep his/her body
of the machine.
IMPORTANT: When replacing the crawler

belts, replace the right and left belts at
the same time.
IMPORTANT: When the travel speed
button is set to the 2nd speed side while 3. Remove the valve cover (1) at the center
the engine is running, the tensioning of one of the crawler frames.
cylinder rods extend and the crawler belt 4. Turn the plug (2) counterclockwise and
tension is increased. Keep the engine at remove it.
the 1st speed when replacing. Do not set 5. Turn the stem (3) counterclockwise with a
to the 2nd unless for increasing tension. hex wrench to completely loosen the
tension of the crawler.
Note: This machine uses a hydraulic cylinder 6. Once the crawler belt is completely loose,
to adjust the tension of the crawler belts. It is tighten the stem (3) until it is firm.
not necessary to regularly perform · Tightening torque: 18.6 to 21.6 N·m
adjustments of the crawler belt tension. (13.7 to 15.9 ft-lb.)
· Tightening torque: 18.6 to 21.6 N·m
(13.7 to 15.9 ft-lb.)
8. Do the same for the other side.
5-66
Maintenance
When required
9. Slowly lower the dozer blade side of the 6. For rubber crawlers, move the machine so
machine body. (Do not start the engine.) that the “M” or “∞” mark at the joint is at
10. Lower the machine body until the the top center of the crawler frame.
crawlers contact the ground with the
maximum slack.
11. When the crawlers are disengaged from
the idlers, slide the crawlers to the
outside and remove them.
12. Remove the crawlers from the sprockets,
and then remove the crawlers from the
crawler frames.
Installation
1. Engage the crawlers around the left and
right sprockets.
2. Set the left and right crawlers on the 7. Inspect the gap (A or B) between the
idlers. bottom surface of the frame at the center
3. Start the engine. of the crawler frame and the top surface of
4. Press the travel speed button once to set the crawler.
it to the 2nd speed side. The left and right The gap (A or B) must be within the
crawler belts are tightened simultaneously. following range:
(A)........Rubber crawler
160 to 180 mm (6.3 to 7.1 in.)
(B).......Steel crawler
260 to 280 mm (10.2 to 11.0 in.)
(B).......Rubber pads
245 to 265 mm (9.6 to 10.5 in.)
Note: When the self-adjusting shoe tension

system is properly working, the shoe should
have the gap (A or B) as described above, at
the time of installation.
5. Check that the crawler belts are properly When the machine is lowered and driven in
tightened. 2nd speed, the crawler belts will be
stretched to the correct tension. The values
of shoe tension (gap values) after the 2nd
speed travel are different from those
described above.
5-67
Maintenance
Maintenance during extended storage period
Maintenance during Starting the machine after storage
extended storage period IMPORTANT: If the above “Storage

procedures” have not been followed
Storage procedures during the extended storage periods,
If the machine is to be stored for 30 days or consult your sales or service dealer
more, store it indoors. If it must be stored before starting the machine again.
outdoors, park the machine on a surface laid
with lumber on a flat ground, and place a 1. Wipe off the rust-inhibiting oil that was
waterproof cover over it so that it stays dry. applied on the piston rods of the hydraulic
1. Clean the machine. oil cylinders.
2. Inspect for oil leakage, water leakage, 2. Add oil or grease as necessary.
cracks and loose nuts and bolts.
3. Add fuel and replace the hydraulic oil and Returning the engine to service
oil. 1. Perform the daily checks.
4. To prevent rusting and freezing, replace 2. The engine should be pre-oiled before
the engine coolant with long-life coolant startup.
(LLC). a. Crank the engine, leaving the fuel
Refer to “Cleaning the engine cooling system shut off so the engine will not
system” on page 5-48. start, for 15 seconds.
5. Use the grease gun to lubricate the grease b. Then pause for 30 seconds.
fittings. c. Repeat the procedure until you have
6. Fully retract the bucket and arm cylinders cranked the engine for a total of one
and lower the bucket and dozer blade to minute. This will circulate the oil in the
the ground. engine’s lubrication system.
7. Apply rust-inhibiting oil to the hydraulic 3. Prime the fuel system.
cylinder rods. 4. Start the engine. Allow the engine to idle
8. Disconnect the negative cable from the for approximately 15 minutes while you
battery and cover the battery to prevent check for:
freezing. · Proper oil pressure
· Fuel, engine oil or coolant leaks
During storage · Proper operation of the indicators and/or
gauges
Warning 5. Avoid prolonged operation at minimum or
• Do not operate the machine in an maximum engine speeds and loads for the
enclosed area without adequate remainder of the first hour of operation.
ventilation.
• If natural ventilation is not possible,
install ventilators, fans, exhaust
extension pipes or other venting
devices.
1. To prevent rusting, operate the machine

once a month so that the oil can be
circulated throughout the system.
2. Inspect the battery and recharge it as
necessary.
Ask your sales or service dealer for
recharging.
5-68
Troubleshooting
6-1
Troubleshooting
Symptoms that are not malfunctions
Symptoms that are not • It becomes less easy to operate the

machine when an attachment weighing
malfunctions more than a standard arm or bucket is
installed.
The symptoms listed below are not
malfunctions.
• The arm retracting speed momentarily

slows down when it reaches an almost
vertical position while the engine is running
at low speed.
• The bucket teeth moving speed

momentarily slows down when it reaches
an almost horizontal position while the
engine is running at low speed.
• The slew motor produces noise at the
beginning and end of the slewing.
• The travel motor produces noise when
stopped suddenly from its high speed
traveling.
• The control valve produces noise if
excessive force is applied to the working
equipment or when it moved to the stroke
end.
6-2
Troubleshooting
If the engine overheats
If the engine overheats Remedy procedure

1. Park the machine in a safe place.
2. Check if steam is coming out of the closed
Warning engine hood.
• Do not open the engine hood when 3. If there is steam, stop the engine
steam is coming from it. The steam or immediately and contact your sales or
hot water may spurt out and cause service dealer for repair. If steam, is not
burns. coming out run the engine at low idle and
• Do not try to remove the radiator cap or let the water temperature cool down.
the drain plug when the cooling water is 4. When the water temperature gauge LED
hot. Stop the engine, wait until the drops in the green zone, stop the engine.
engine and the radiator cool, and then 5. Perform the inspections and the remedies
slowly loosen the radiator cap to release listed below once the engine cools down.
the internal pressure. · Fan belt slack........... Adjust
• Before performing maintenance, stop Refer to page 5-24.
the engine and allow the machine to · Coolant level............ Add
cool down. Refer to page 5-16.
· Water leakage.......... Repair
The symptoms listed below indicate · Radiator fins............. Clean
overheating. Refer to page 5-39.
· Sediment in cooling system
................................ Clean
Refer to page 5-48.
If the problem persists after the above
remedies, contact your sales or service
dealer for repair.
• An alarm is sounded and the engine

emergency lamp and the coolant
temperature warning lamp start flashing.
• The water temperature gauge LED is in the
red zone.
• The engine slows down and the engine
power decreases.
• Steam comes from the engine room.
6-3
Troubleshooting
If the battery goes dead
If the battery goes dead Connecting the jumper cables
The symptoms below indicate that the IMPORTANT: Set the starter keys of the
battery is dead. booster vehicle and the dead machine to
• The starter motor does not turn or fails to the OFF position.
start the engine.
• The horn is too weak.
Remedy procedure
Start the engine using the booster battery on
the other vehicle (booster vehicle) and the
jumper cables.
Warning
• When starting the engine using the
jumper cables, be sure to connect the
cables by following the proper steps.
Improper use of jumper cables can 1. Connect the clip of jumper cable (R) to the
result in battery explosion or positive (+) battery terminal of the dead
unexpected machine motion. machine.
· Do not allow the booster vehicle and 2. Connect the other clip of jumper cable (R)
the machine with a dead battery (dead to the positive (+) battery terminal of the
machine) to touch each other. booster vehicle.
· Do not allow the positive (+) and the 3. Connect the clip of jumper cable (B) to the
negative (–) clips of the jumper cables negative (–) battery terminal of the booster
to touch each other. vehicle.
· When connecting, attach the jumper 4. Connect the other clip of jumper cable (B)
cable to the positive (+) terminals first. to the engine block of the dead machine.
When disconnecting, remove the Connect the clip to a place as far from the
cable from the negative (–) terminal battery as possible.
(ground) first.
· Connect the last clip of the jumper Starting the engine
cable to a point as far away from the 1. Check that the clips are securely
battery as possible. connected to the terminals.
• Always wear the protective goggle when 2. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and
jump starting the engine by using the run it at high speed.
jumper cables. 3. Start the engine of the dead machine.
IMPORTANT: Use the jumper cables and

clips of a size suited to the capacity of
battery. Do not use damaged or corroded
jumper cables and clips.
IMPORTANT: Be sure that the battery of
the booster vehicle has the same
capacity as the battery of the dead
machine.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to connect the clips
securely.
6-4
Troubleshooting
If the battery goes dead
Disconnecting the jumper cables
Once the dead machine is successfully

running, remove the jumper cables by
following the same steps as for connection in
the reverse order.
1. Disconnect the clip of jumper cable (B)

from the engine block of the dead
machine.
2. Disconnect the other clip of jumper cable
(B) from the negative (–) battery terminal of
the booster vehicle.
3. Disconnect the clip of jumper cable (R)
from the positive (+) battery terminal of the
booster vehicle.
4. Disconnect the clip of jumper cable (R)
from the positive (+) battery terminal of the
dead machine.
Recharging
Ask your sales or service dealer for
recharging the dead battery.
6-5
Troubleshooting
If a fuse blows
If a fuse blows Fuse layout and circuits protected
If a light does not come on or the electrical Protected Protected

system does not work, a fuse may be blown. Capacity Capacity
circuit circuit
Inspect the fuses.
15A ECM (ACC) 25A Light
Inspecting and replacing the fuse Starter switch
10A 10A Wiper
(C)
Warning 5A Controller (B) 20A Solenoid
If the fuse blows again soon after Horn, interior Controller
10A 10A
replacement, then the electric system is light (ACC)
likely faulty. It may pose a fire hazard if Cigarette
not properly repaired. Contact your sales 20A lighter, radio,
or service dealer for advice. beacon lamp
1. Turn the starter key to the OFF position to 10A Alarm
stop the engine. Air conditioner
25A
blower
Air conditioner
10A
compressor
Air conditioner
5A
controller
25A Option (1)
15A Option (2)
25A Option (3)
2. Open the fuse box cover (1).

3. Check for any blown fuses (2).
4. If a fuse is blown, replace it with a spare

fuse of the same capacity.
6-6
Troubleshooting
If a fuse blows
Inspecting the fusible link
If the machine is not turned on after turning

the starter switch to the ON position, the
cartridge type fusible link (1) is likely blown.
Open the side cover and inspect it. If the
fusible link is blown, contact your sales or
service dealer.
Note: Fusible links are large type fuses used

in high current applications. Like a regular
fuse, they act as fuses by protecting the
electric components and wirings from
damage caused by excessive current draw.
6-7
Troubleshooting
Restarting after adding fuel
Restarting after adding 2. Loosen the vent plug (5) of the main fuel
filter (2).
fuel
Bleeding air from the fuel system
3. Turn the starter key to the ON position and

wait for the air to be bled from the vent
AM1B0041 plug (5).
1. Add fuel. 4. Retighten the vent plug (5) when air
bleeding is finished and fuel starts leaking
<TB285> out from around the vent plug (5).
5. Turn and hold the starter key to the ON
position for three minutes before turning it
back to the OFF position.
Note: Air in the fuel system causes the

engine to fail to start or to have other
problems. Always bleed air when the fuel
tank is emptied or when there is air in the
fuel system.
2. Turn the starter key to the ON position and

hold it for about 10 to 15 seconds.
The automatic air bleeder bleeds air from
the fuel system.
<TB290>
6-8
Memo
6-9
Troubleshooting
If a warning lamp flashes

If an alarm is sounded or a warning lamp starts flashing during operation, park the machine in
a safe place and perform the remedy procedures described below.
Warning lamp Lamp name Causes and remedies

Vehicle and There is a problem in the machine.
engine Refer to the respective warning lamp below.
emergency Get the vehicle or engine error code number from the
lamp multi-data display and consult your sales or service
dealer referring to the number on the “Vehicle error code
list” or “Engine error code list”.
Refer to “Vehicle error code list” on page 6-12.
Refer to “Engine error code list” on page 6-14.
Battery charge There is a problem with the fan belt or charger.
warning lamp
Check the fan belt for slack or breakage and adjust as
necessary.
If the lamp continues flashing after maintenance, there is
likely a problem with the charger. Consult your sales or
service dealer for help.
Refer to “Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt” on page
5-24.
Engine oil There is a problem in the engine lubrication system.
pressure
warning lamp Check the engine oil level. If the lamp is flashing when
the level is normal or even after replenishment of oil or
coolant, consult your sales or service dealer.
Refer to “Inspecting and replenishing the engine oil” on
page 5-17.
Coolant The coolant temperature is too high and the engine is
temperature overheating.
warning lamp Refer to “If the engine overheats” on page 6-3.
6-10
Troubleshooting
Warning lamp Lamp name Causes and remedies

Air cleaner The air cleaner is clogged. Clean it.
warning lamp Refer to “Cleaning the air cleaner” on page 5-38.
Water Water is in the water separator. Drain water.

separator Refer to “Draining the water from the water separator” on
warning lamp page 5-63.
Third auxiliary Pressure in the third auxiliary hydraulic line is too low
hydraulic
warning lamp Consult your sales or service dealer for help.
Overload This lamp starts flashing if the overload warning device is

warning lamp activated. If it occurs, reduce the load to be lifted.
Refer to “Overload warning device” on page 2-53.
6-11
Troubleshooting
Vehicle error code list

When the multi-data display is set to the data mode, the number that is corresponding to the
error, if applicable, appears in the error code field. Up to four types of error codes are
displayed (the leftmost code is the most recent error). If this occurs, consult your sales or
Error code Error details
102 CAN communication error (BusOff)
902 CAN communication error (ECM)
1002 CAN communication error (cluster gauge)
1703 Power supply voltage error (too high)
1704 Power supply voltage error (too low)
1720 Proportional amplifier system abnormality
3300 Alternator charge faulty
3401 Engine oil pressure error
3500 Overheat
3600 Air cleaner clogged
3700 Water separator
3800 Hydraulic oil filter clogged
5303 Accelerator sensor error (too high)
5304 Accelerator sensor error (too low)
5603 Lift alarm sensor error (cable break)
5604 Lift alarm sensor error (short circuit)
6-12
Troubleshooting
Error code Error details
6513 AUX1 slide switch neutral error
6613 AUX2 slide switch neutral error
6503 AUX1 slide switch voltage value error (too high)
6504 AUX1 slide switch voltage value error (too low)
6603 AUX2 slide switch voltage value error (too high)
6604 AUX2 slide switch voltage value error (too low)
6731 AUX3 input error
6813 AUX1 button A error
6913 AUX1 button B error
7106 Pump PWM output electric current error (short circuit)
7105 Pump PWM output electric current error (open)
7206 AUX1 (L) PWM output electric current error (short circuit)
7205 AUX1 (L) PWM output electric current error (open)
7306 AUX1 (R) PWM output electric current error (short circuit)
7305 AUX1 (R) PWM output electric current error (open)
7406 AUX2 (L) PWM output electric current error (short circuit)
7405 AUX2 (L) PWM output electric current error (open)
7506 AUX2 (R) PWM output electric current error (short circuit)
7505 AUX2 (R) PWM output electric current error (open)
PWM = Pulse width modulation
6-13
Troubleshooting
Engine error code list

When the engine error code is displayed on the multi-data display, the number that is
corresponding to the error, if applicable, appears in the error code field. Up to three types of
error codes are displayed, with the latest code at the top. If this occurs, consult your sales or
<TB285>
Error code
Error details
SPN FMI
4 Engine Fuel Rack Position Sensor: Shorted to low source
1210
3 Engine Fuel Rack Position Sensor: Shorted to high source
4 Barometric Pressure Sensor: Shorted to low source
108 3 Barometric Pressure Sensor: Shorted to high source
2 Barometric Pressure Sensor: Intermittent fault
4 E-ECU Internal Temperature Sensor: Shorted to low source
3 E-ECU Internal Temperature Sensor: Shorted to high source
1136
2 E-ECU Internal Temperature Sensor: Intermittent fault
0 E-ECU Internal Temperature: Too high
4 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor: Shorted to low source
3 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor: Shorted to high source
110
2 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor: Intermittent fault
0 Engine Coolant Temperature: Too high
4 Sensor 5V: Shorted to low source
1079 3 Sensor 5V: Shorted to high source
2 Sensor 5V: Intermittent fault
1 System Voltage: Too low
158
0 System Voltage: Too high
1078 4 Engine Fuel Injection Pump Speed Sensor: Shorted to low source
522402 4 Auxiliary Speed Sensor: Shorted to low source
4 Engine Fuel Rack Actuator Relay: Circuit fault A
3 Engine Fuel Rack Actuator Relay: Circuit fault B
522241
7 (Reserved)
2 Engine Fuel Rack Actuator Relay: Intermittent fault
4 Air Heater Relay: Circuit fault A
522243 3 Air Heater Relay: Circuit fault B
2 Air Heater Relay: Intermittent fault
4 Cold Start Device: Circuit fault A
522242 3 Cold Start Device: Circuit fault B
2 Cold Start Device: Intermittent fault
4 EGR Stepping Motor “A”: Circuit fault A
522251
3 EGR Stepping Motor “A”: Circuit fault B
4 EGR Stepping Motor “B”: Circuit fault A
522252
3 EGR Stepping Motor “B”: Circuit fault B
4 EGR Stepping Motor “C”: Circuit fault A
522253
3 EGR Stepping Motor “C”: Circuit fault B
4 EGR Stepping Motor “D”: Circuit fault A
522254
3 EGR Stepping Motor “D”: Circuit fault B
6-14
Troubleshooting
<TB285>
Error code
Error details
SPN FMI
4 Oil Pressure Switch: Shorted to low source
100
1 Oil Pressure: Too low
4 Battery Charge Switch: Shorted to low source
167
1 Charge warning
522314 0 Engine Coolant Temperature: Abnormal temperature
522323 0 Air Cleaner: Mechanical malfunction
522329 0 Oily Water Separator: Mechanical malfunction
190 0 Engine speed: Overspeed condition
4 Engine Fuel Rack Actuator: Shorted to low source
3 Engine Fuel Rack Actuator: Shorted to high source
638
7 Engine Fuel Rack Actuator: Mechanical malfunction
2 Engine: Malfunction
639 12 High-speed CAN Communication: Communication fault
2 E-ECU internal fault: EEPROM checksum error (Data Set 2)
630
12 E-ECU internal fault: EEPROM read/write fault
12 E-ECU internal fault: Flash ROM checksum error (Main software)
628 2 E-ECU internal fault: Flash ROM checksum error (Data Set 1)
2 E-ECU internal fault: Flash ROM checksum error (Data Set 2)
1485 4 E-ECU Main Relay: Shorted to low source
12 E-ECU internal fault: Sub-CPU error A
522727 12 E-ECU internal fault: Sub-CPU error B
12 E-ECU internal fault: Sub-CPU error C
522728 12 E-ECU internal fault: Engine Map Data Version Error
12 Immobilizer: CAN communication fault
522730
8 Immobilizer: Pulse communication fault
1202 2 Immobilizer: System fault
6-15
Troubleshooting
<TB290>
Error code
Error details
SPN FMI
3, 4 Coolant temp sensor failure
110
0 Engine overheat
3, 4 C. Rail press. sensor failure
2 C. Rail press. too hi
157
0 C. Rail press. hi 1
0 C. Rail press. hi 2
172 3, 4 Intake air temp sensor failure
174 3, 4 Fuel temp sensor failure
190 0 Engine overspeed
628 2 ROM error
633 7 Pressure limiter open
2 Cam sensor failure
636
7 Cam-Crank phase error
2 CAN BusOff error
639
3 CAN timeout error
651 3 Injector #1 failure
655 3 Injector #5 failure (for 6cyl. ENG)
656 3 Injector #6 failure (for 6cyl. ENG)
675 3 Glow lamp failure
676 3 Glow relay failure
677 3 Starter cut relay failure
6-16
Troubleshooting
<TB290>
Error code
Error details
SPN FMI
723 2 Crank sensor failure
968 2 Idle up/down switch failure
987 3 Check engine lamp failure
1077 2 CPU error
1079 2 5V power system 1 failure
1239 1 Pump press low (fuel leak)
1347 0 SCV failure
1381 3, 4 Clogged fuel filter failure
1485 2 Main relay failure
10001 3 EGR sensor failure
10002 2 EGR valve failure
10003 2 Injector com 1 failure
10004 2 Injector com 2 failure
10005 1 Charge circuit 1 failure
10006 1 Charge circuit 2 failure
10007 2 Sub CPU error
10008 2 A/D converter failure
10012 2 12V power system failure
10013 2 EEPROM error
6-17
Troubleshooting
Other symptoms
Other symptoms
For symptoms not included in the table below or if the problem persists after the proper
remedies have been taken, consult your sales or service dealer.
Symptoms Major causes Remedies

Left and right operating levers • Insufficient grease on the • Grease the levers.
do not move smoothly left and right operating Refer to page 5-64.
levers
Travel levers, blade lever and • Insufficient grease on travel • Grease the levers and
pedals do not move smoothly levers, blade lever and pedals.
pedals Refer to page 5-64.
Operation of hoe attachment, • Safety lock lever is raised • Lower (release) the safety
dozer blade, auxiliary (locked) lock lever.
hydraulics, slewing or Refer to page 2-31.
traveling is not possible. • Fuse is blown • Replace the fuse.
Refer to page 6-6.
Digging force is insufficient • Hydraulic oil level too low • Add to the specified level.
Refer to page 5-20.
• Hydraulic oil is not warm • Perform the warm-up.
enough Refer to page 3-8.
• Air cleaner is clogged • Clean the air cleaner.
Refer to page 5-38.
• Hydraulic oil is not of • Replace the hydraulic oil.
suitable type Refer to page 5-54.
Traveling is not possible or • Stones or foreign objects • Remove the foreign object.
not smooth are stuck
Machine veers to the right/left • Stones or foreign objects • Remove the foreign object.
are stuck
• Crawler belt tension is • Check and adjust (ask your
faulty. sales or service dealer).
Refer to page 5-28.
Travel speed cannot be • Fuse is blown • Replace the fuse.
changed Refer to page 6-6.
6-18
Troubleshooting
Other symptoms
Symptoms Major causes Remedies

Slewing is not possible or not • Insufficient grease on slew • Grease the bearing.
smooth bearing Refer to page 5-30.
Hydraulic oil temperature is • Hydraulic oil level too low • Add up to the specified
too high level.
Refer to page 5-20.
Starter motor turns but • Insufficient fuel • Add fuel.
engine does not start Refer to page 5-19.
• Air in fuel system • Bleed air.
Refer to page 6-8.
• Water in fuel system • Drain water.
Refer to page 5-31.
Crawlers come off • Crawlers too loose • Check and adjust (ask your
sales or service dealer).
Refer to page 5-28.
• Tensioning cylinder valve is • Increase the tension.
loose. Refer to page 5-29.
Engine exhaust is white or • Excessive engine oil • Adjust to the specified level.
bluish Refer to page 5-17.
• Poor fuel • Replace the fuel.
Engine exhaust is • Air cleaner is clogged • Clean the air cleaner.
occasionally black Refer to page 5-38.
Irregular noise is produced • Low quality fuel is being • Replace the fuel.
from the engine used
(combustion or mechanical • Engine is overheating • Refer to “If the engine
noise) overheats” on page 6-3.
• Damage inside the muffler • Replace the muffler.
For replacement, ask your
sales or service dealer.
6-19
Troubleshooting
Lowering the boom to the ground
Lowering the boom to • Do not loosen or remove the hoses not

located in the specified places. Oil may
the ground spurt out if wrongly handled.
If the hoe attachment must be lowered to the

ground while the engine is stopped, use the
following procedure.
Procedure 1 (when engine can be started)

Perform this operation within 10 minutes
1. Sit at the operator’s seat.
3. Lower the safety lock lever to the unlock
position
4. Slowly push the operating lever forward to
lower the boom. 2-Piece boom
Procedure 2 (when engine cannot be

started)
This operation is dangerous and requires
experience. Ask your sales or service dealer
for it.
Warning
maintenance.
and many other parts of the machine 1. Place a pan under the hose to catch the
are hot immediately after the engine is waste oil.
stopped. Touching these parts will 2. Hold the hose fitting (1) with a wrench and
cause burns. loosen the hose nut (2) with another
· The hydraulic oil is also hot and under wrench.
high pressure immediately after the 3. The oil in the boom cylinder is drained and
engine is stopped. the hoe attachment is lowered.
Be careful when loosening the caps or 4. After the hoe attachment is lowered to the
plugs. Working on the machine under ground, check the safety and stability of
these conditions could result in burns the machine.
or injuries due to the hot oil spurting 5. Hold the hose fitting (1) with a wrench and
out. tighten the hose nut (2) with another
• Keep away from the working area when wrench.
the hoe attachment is lowered. You may · Tightening torque: 24.5 to 29.4 N·m
be hit by dirt falling out of the bucket or (18.1 to 21.7 ft-lb.)
the hoe attachment as it drops.
• Stand in a position away from danger of
lowering boom and loosen the hose nut.
Otherwise, you could be hit by the
boom.
6-20
Troubleshooting
Towing
Towing Towing the machine

Use the procedure described below to tow
heavy objects or the machine itself if it
Warning should get stuck in the mud and not be able
When towing, serious injury or death to get out on its own.
could result, if performed incorrectly or
the wire rope being used is inappropriate
or not properly inspected.
• It becomes dangerous if the wire rope
breaks or becomes disengaged. Use a
wire rope appropriate for the required
tractive force.
• Do not use a wire rope that is kinked,
twisted or otherwise damaged.
• Do not apply heavy loads abruptly to
the wire rope.
• Wear safety gloves when handling the
wire rope. • Maximum tractive force: 125.2 kN (28146
• Make sure there is an operator on the lbf)
machine being towed as well as on the
machine that is towing. 1. Attach the wire rope to the shackle (1).
• Never tow on slopes. 2. Fasten the shackle (1) to the towing holes
• Do not let anyone come near to the wire (2).
rope while towing. 3. Make sure that the wire rope is at a cone
angle of 20° or less to the travel frame.
IMPORTANT: Do not tow a machine if its 4. Move the machine to tension the wire
engine does not start or if the machine rope.
does not run. Doing so could damage the 5. Operate the machine slowly and tow.
machine being towed.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to follow the steps
below closely when using the towing hole
to tow. Failure to heed even one of the
steps may cause damage to the towing
hole or other parts of the frame.
6-21
6-22
Specifications
7-1
Specifications
Basic Specifications
<TB285>
Type Mono boom 2-Piece boom

Mass
Rubber crawlers 8465 (18660) 8670 (19120)
Operating mass kg (lb)
Steel crawlers 8700 (19185) 8905 (19635)
Performance
Bucker capacity Heaped 0.245 (8.65)

m3 (cu. ft.)
(Standard bucket) Struck 0.185 (6.53)
Slew speed min-1 (rpm) 10.3 (10.3)
1st 2.6 (1.62)
Rubber crawlers
2nd 5.0 (3.11)
Travel speed km/h (mph)
1st 2.5 (1.55)
Steel crawlers
2nd 4.8 (2.98)
Gradeability (degrees) 35
Rubber crawlers 37.9 (5.5) 38.8 (5.63)
Ground pressure kPa (psi)
Steel crawlers 39.4 (5.72) 40.3 (5.85)
Sound power level LWA 99
Noise level dB (A)
Sound pressure level LpA 74
Engine
Manufacturer and model Yanmar 4TNV98T-ZXWTB2
Rated output kW/min-1 (hp/rpm) 49.6/2000 (66.5/2000)
Displacement ml (cu.in.) 3318 (202.5)
Starter V-kW 12-3.0
Alternator V-kW 12-0.96
Battery V-A·h 12-72
7-2
Specifications
<TB290>
Type Mono boom 2-Piece boom

Mass
Rubber crawlers 8515 (18770) 8720 (19230)
Operating mass kg (lb)
Steel crawlers 8750 (19295) 8955 (19745)
Performance
Bucker capacity Heaped 0.245 (8.65)

m3 (cu. ft.)
(Standard bucket) Struck 0.185 (6.53)
Slew speed min-1 (rpm) 10.3 (10.3)
1st 2.6 (1.62)
Rubber crawlers
2nd 5.0 (3.11)
Travel speed km/h (mph)
1st 2.5 (1.55)
Steel crawlers
2nd 4.8 (2.98)
Gradeability (degrees) 35
Rubber crawlers 38.1 (5.53) 39.0 (5.66)
Ground pressure kPa (psi)
Steel crawlers 39.6 (5.74) 40.5 (5.87)
Sound power level LWA 99
Noise level dB (A)
Sound pressure level LpA 74
Engine
Manufacturer and model ISUZU AU-4JJ1TYSB-03
Rated output kW/min-1 (hp/rpm) 51.4/2000 (68.9/2000)
Displacement ml (cu.in.) 2999 (183)
Starter V-kW 12-2.5
Alternator V-kW 12-1.32
Battery V-A·h 12-72
7-3
Specifications
Machine dimensions
Machine dimensions
Mono boom
7-4
Specifications
Machine dimensions
<TB285/TB290>
Mono boom
Unit: mm (inch)
Standard arm Middle arm Long arm
Item
Rubber crawlers
A Overall length 6530 (257.1) 6575 (258.9) 6660 (262.3)
B Upperstructure overall width 2140 (84.3)
2565 (100.9)
C Overall height
2560 (100.8)*
D Slew radius 1650 (65)
785 (30.9)
E Clearance height under upperstructure
760 (29.9)*
2210 (87)
F Crawler base
2180 (85.8)*
2855 (112.4)
G Crawler overall length
2830 (111.4)*
H Crawler overall width 2200 (86.6)
J Crawler shoe width 450 (17.7)
385 (15.1)
K Ground clearance of undercarriage
360 (14.2)*
Minimum radius of equipment and
L 2240 (88.2) 2360 (92.9) 2495 (98.2)
attachment
Minimum radius of equipment at
M 1810 (71.3) 1910 (75.3) 2030 (79.9)
maximum front offset
P Offset distance of bucket (Left) 845 (33.3)
Q Offset distance of bucket (Right) 730 (28.7)
R Dozer blade width 2200 (86.6)
S Dozer blade height 500 (19.7)
T Front distance to axis of rotation 4890 (192.5) 4935 (194.3) 5020 (197.7)
2055 (80.9)
U Dozer blade distance to axis of rotation
2060 (81.1)*
V Boom swing angle (Left) 70°
W Boom swing angle (Right) 60°
X Overall length (dozer blade at rear) 6945 (273.4) 6990 (275.1) 7075 (278.6)
*: With steel crawlers
7-5
Specifications
Machine dimensions
2-Piece boom
7-6
Specifications
Machine dimensions
<TB285/TB290>
2-Piece boom
Unit: mm (inch)
Item Rubber crawlers
A Overall length 6550 (257.8)
B Upperstructure overall width 2140 (84.3)
2565 (100.9)
C Overall height
2560 (100.8)*
D Slew radius 1650 (65)
785 (30.9)
E Clearance height under upperstructure
760 (29.9)*
2210 (87)
F Crawler base
2180 (85.8)*
2855 (112.4)
G Crawler overall length
2830 (111.4)*
H Crawler overall width 2200 (86.6)
J Crawler shoe width 450 (17.7)
385 (15.1)
K Ground clearance of undercarriage
360 (14.2)*
L Minimum radius of equipment and attachment 2580 (101.6)
M Minimum radius of equipment at maximum front offset 2105 (82.9)
P Offset distance of bucket (Left) 850 (33.4)
Q Offset distance of bucket (Right) 730 (28.7)
R Dozer blade width 2200 (86.6)
S Dozer blade height 500 (19.7)
T Front distance to axis of rotation 4910 (193.2)
2055 (80.9)
U Dozer blade distance to axis of rotation
2060 (81.1)*
V Boom swing angle (Left) 70°
W Boom swing angle (Right) 60°
X Overall length (dozer blade at rear) 6960 (274.1)
*: With steel crawlers
7-7
Specifications
Operating ranges
Operating ranges
Mono boom
7-8
Specifications
Operating ranges
<TB285/TB290>
Mono boom
Unit: mm (inch)
Standard arm Middle arm Long arm
Item
Rubber crawlers
A Maximum reach 7105 (279.6) 7275 (286.3) 7435 (292.7)
Maximum reach at ground reference
B 6950 (273.6) 7125 (280.5) 7290 (287.0)
plane
C Maximum digging depth 4220 (166.1) 4400 (173.2) 4570 (179.9)
D Maximum vertical digging depth 3455 (136.1) 3635 (143.1) 3805 (149.9)
Reach at maximum vertical digging
E 4685 (184.4) 4720 (185.8) 4755 (187.1)
depth
F Maximum height of cutting edge 7045 (277.3) 7175 (282.5) 7305 (287.5)
G Maximum dumping height 5010 (197.2) 5140 (202.4) 5270 (207.4)
H Minimum dumping height 1960 (77.2) 1795 (70.7) 1650 (65.0)
J Dozer blade maximum lifting 520 (20.4)
K Dozer blade maximum lowering 490 (19.3)
*: With an angle dozer blade
7-9
Specifications
Operating ranges
2-Piece boom
7-10
Specifications
Operating ranges
<TB285/TB290>
2-Piece boon
Unit: mm (inch)
Item Rubber crawlers
A Maximum reach 7700 (303.1)
B Maximum reach at ground reference plane 7560 (297.6)
C Maximum digging depth 4445 (175)
D Maximum vertical digging depth 4015 (158.1)
E Reach at maximum vertical digging depth 4045 (159.3)
F Maximum height of cutting edge 7980 (314.2)
G Maximum dumping height 6005 (236.4)
H Minimum dumping height 2310 (90.9)
J Dozer blade maximum lifting 520 (20.4)
K Dozer blade maximum lowering 490 (19.3)
*: With an angle dozer blade
7-11
Memo
7-12
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
Lifting Capacities Warning

Rated lift capacity chart • Do not attempt to lift or hold any load
• The loads in the charts do not exceed 87% that is greater than these rated values at
of hydraulic lift capacity or 75% of tipping their specified load radii and height.
load. • The rated lift capacities are based on
• Figures marked with an asterisk (*) are the machine being level and situated on
hydraulically-limited capacities. a firm supporting surface. For safe
• The mass of slings and any other lifting lifting, the operator is expected to make
devices shall be deducted from the rated due allowance for the particular job
load to determine the net load that may be conditions such as soft or uneven
lifted. ground, non-level condition, load to the
• The load point is the bucket hinge pin, and machine sides, hazardous conditions,
the bucket posture is with the standard experience of personnel, etc. The
bucket completely retracted under the arm. operator and other personnel should
• Unit: daN (lbs) fully acquaint themselves with the
operator’s manual furnished by the
Load hooking system manufacturer before operating this
A load hooking system must be provided machine. When operating the machine,
with the following capabilities. the safety rules of the equipment must
1. A system which can withstand twice the also be followed.
rated lift capacity no matter at what • Do not travel while lifting a load; It is
position the load is applied. very dangerous.
2. A system that poses no risk of the lifted
load falling from the hooking device. For
example, equipped with a hook slippage
prevention device.
3. A system that poses no risk of the hooking
system slipping from the hoe attachment.
7-13
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
Standard arm <TB285>
7-14
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
7-15
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
Middle arm <TB285>
7-16
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
Middle arm <TB285>
7-17
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
Long arm <TB285>
7-18
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
Long arm <TB285>
7-19
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
7-20
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
7-21
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
Middle arm <TB290>
7-22
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
Middle arm <TB290>
7-23
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
Long arm <TB290>
7-24
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
Long arm <TB290>
7-25
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
2-Piece boom <TB285> Equipped with Extra weight
7-26
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
7-27
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
7-28
Specifications
Lifting Capacities
7-29
7-30
Options
8-1
Options
General precautions
General precautions • Use the proper procedure when

mounting a boom or arm; otherwise
Safety precautions serious damage could result. Consult
your sales or service dealer for help.
Warning
When removing or installing an
attachment or optional part, take the Cautions when installing
following precautions. attachments
• Consult with Takeuchi before installing
an optional attachment. Be sure to perform a test operation after an
• Do not use any attachments not optional or other special attachment has
approved by Takeuchi. Doing so may been replaced. Inspect the hydraulic oil level
cause safety problems. Or, it may and recharge it as necessary. Consult your
adversely affect the machine’s operation sales or service dealer for detailed
or service life. procedures on installing/removing
• We will not be held responsible for any attachments.
injuries, accidents or damage to its
products caused by the use by a non-
approved attachment.
• Select a firm, level work area. Also, be
sure to park in a well ventilated place.
• Clear obstacles and dangerous objects,
and clean up spilled fuel immediately.
• When hoisting, be sure to designate a
person to act as a signalman.
Follow the instructions of the signalman
regarding the procedure and measures.
• When it is necessary to temporally
place a heavy object or an attachment
on the ground during removal or
installation, be sure to place it in a
stable position.
• Keep everyone out of the area when
hoisting. There is a hazard of objects
falling or contacting with people in the
area.
• Use a crane to move heavy objects (25
kg (55 lb.) or greater).
• Before removing a heavy object, be sure
to put a support to it. When lifting with a
crane, pay attention to the center of
gravity of the load to keep the machine
in balance.
• Do not operate the machine while the
load is lifted by a crane stand.
8-2
Options
General precautions
Cautions when operating • Slewing on slopes

attachments • If there is a heavy attachment is
installed, the machine takes longer
distance than usual to come to a
Warning complete stop when the stopping
Long attachments reduce stability of the operation is performed. Carefully judge
machine. The machine may tip over if it the distance so as not to bump into an
loses the balance when traveling or object around the machine. Keep a safe
slewing on slopes. distance from surrounding obstacles.
Never perform the operations listed below When a heavy attachment is installed,
as they are extremely dangerous. natural drop (the gradual dropping of
the attachment under its own weight
when it is stopped in midair) increases.
• The machine can tip over more easily in
the lateral direction than in the
longitudinal direction.
· Do not slew sideways with a heavy
load at the how attachment. In
particular, do not slew sideways on
slopes.
· The attachment is heavier for
machines equipped with breakers or
crushers than for machines equipped
• Traveling down the slopes with the with the standard bucket. Do not
attachment raised operate such machines sideways,
especially digging downhill.
• When a long arm is installed, the
operating range increases. Carefully
judge the distance so as not to bump
into an object around the machine.
Keep a safe distance from surrounding
obstacles.
• Traveling across slopes
8-3
Options
Attachment combination table
Attachment combination table

The table below shows which bucket should be installed when the machine is using a
standard arm, middle arm or long arm. Select a proper bucket by following the table.
Warning
• Consult with Takeuchi before installing an optional attachment.
• Do not use any attachments not approved by Takeuchi. Doing so may cause safety
problems. Or, it may adversely affect the machine’s operation or service life.
• We will not be held responsible for any injuries, accidents or damage to its products
caused by the use by a non-approved attachment.
• The swing stopper must be installed when a bucket wider than a 750W (standard)
bucket is installed. Failure to do so may result in the bucket hitting the machine body.
• Install the lightweight weight or wide width steel crawler if the long arm is installed.
√ :Can be used.
∆ :Can be used only for light operations (digging and loading of dry and loose soil or mud)
— :Cannot be used.
Total bucket mass = Bucket mass + Heaped bucket load (specific gravity: 1.8)
Rated Bucket Standard arm Middle arm Long arm

Bucket capacity cutting width 1780 mm 1960 mm 2130 mm
m3 (cu.yd.) mm (inch) (70 in.) (77 in.) (84 in.)
430W
0.14 (0.18) 430 (16.9) √ √ √
(no side cutter)
500 W 0.14 (0.18) 500 (19.7) √ √ √
650 W 0.20 (0.26) 650 (25.6) √ √ √
750 W
0.25 (0.33) 750 (29.5) √ √ —
(S.T.D.)
3-hole bucket 0.26 (0.34) 610 (24.0) √ — —
Total bucket weight= Within
√ — —
Within 657 kg (1448 lb.) 750 (29.5)
Hydraulic Breaker (TKB-401) √ — —
8-4
Options
Selecting a lever pattern
Selecting a lever pattern

The operating pattern of the left and right operating levers can be changed.
Warning
Before starting the engine, check the selector to see which operating pattern the left
and right operating levers are set.
Switching the lever pattern 1. Park the machine on a flat and rigid
ground, and stop the engine.
2. Fully open the cab door and fix it in place.
3. Remove the floor mat.
4. Open the cover (1).
5. Loosen the wing bolt (2).
6. Turn the selector valve lever (3) to change
the pattern.
7. Tighten the wing bolt (2) and fasten the
lever (3) in place.
8. Close the cover (1) and return the floor
mat back in place.
9. Confirm the lever pattern.
(A) : ISO pattern
(G) : JCB pattern
8-5
Options
Hydraulic breaker
Hydraulic breaker
For handling of the breaker, read the
hydraulic breaker’s manual, provided
separately.
IMPORTANT: When installing an

attachment, make sure that it is
appropriate for the machine being used.
Contact your sales or service dealer for
advice on selecting attachments.
• Do not pry with the chisel or do not pry
while pounding.
Cautions on operating • Do not move the chisel while pounding.
• Do not pound continuously for over 30
seconds on the same surface.
• Start the engine and run it at 75% of the

maximum speed.
• Do not pound with the cylinder fully
extended or retracted (at the stroke end).
Leave a margin of at least 50mm(2 in).
• Pound with the chisel pressed

perpendicular to the surface to be
pounded.
• When pounding, press the chisel properly • Do not pound with the arm placed
against the object to be broken so as to perpendicular to the ground surface.
avoid pounding the air.
8-6
Options
Hydraulic breaker
Replacing the hydraulic oil

regularly
When a hydraulic breaker is used, the oil
deteriorates more quickly than that used for
a usual operation. Be sure to replace the
hydraulic oil and the return filter elements.
• Failure to replace these in time can lead to
damage to the machine and the breaker
hydraulic system. To improve the service
life of the hydraulic systems, be sure to
• Do not drop the breaker itself on the object replace the hydraulic oil and return filter
to be broken in order to break it. element after the number of hours shown
• Do not move objects to be broken or rocks on the diagram below.
with the breaker itself. • When replacing the hydraulic oil, clean the
• Slew the machine occasionally to cool the suction strainer.
engine.
• If a hydraulic hose is vibrating abnormally, Replacement interval (hours)
nitrogen gas may be leaking from the
accumulator. Ask for an inspection early.
Item Hydraulic oil Filter element
1st time — 25
2nd time — 100
Periodically 1200 (600) 200
When the breaker operating ratio is 100%.
( ): When using conventional antiwear

hydraulic oil.
8-7
Options
Travel alarm
Travel alarm Fuse layout and circuits protected
The alarm sounds while the machine is Protected Protected

traveling and stops when the machine stops Capacity Capacity
circuit circuit
traveling.
If the alarm does not sound when the 15A ECM (ACC) 25A Light
machine travels, the fuse may be blown. Starter switch
Inspect the fuses. 10A 10A Wiper
(C)
Warning 5A Controller (B) 20A Solenoid
If the fuse blows again soon after Horn, interior Controller
10A 10A
replacement, then the electric system is light (ACC)
likely faulty. It may pose a fire hazard if Cigarette
not properly repaired. Contact your sales 20A lighter, radio,
or service dealer for advice. beacon lamp
1. Turn the starter key to the OFF position to Travel alarm,
10A
stop the engine. alarm
Air conditioner
25A
blower
Air conditioner
10A
compressor
Air conditioner
5A
controller
25A Option (1)
15A Option (2)
25A Option (3)
2. Open the fuse box cover (1).

3. Check for any blown fuses (2).
4. If a fuse is blown, replace it with a spare

fuse of the same capacity.
8-8
Options
Optional equipment mass
Optional equipment mass

TB285 TB290
Standard machine mass kg (lb.) Rubber Steel Rubber Steel

Rubber crawlers (Not including operator) crawlers crawlers crawlers crawlers
8390 8625 8440 8675
(18495) (19015) (18605) (19125)
Option
Steel crawler, 550-mm width 356 (785)
Rubber pads 266 (585)
Shoe guide 18 (40)
Center guide 21 (46)
Step 6 (15)
Wide width blade 7 (15)
Angle blade 150 (330)
Lightweight weight –238 (–525)
Air suspension seat 19 (40)
Middle arm 15 (35)
Long arm 29 (65)
Long arm (With thumb bracket) 35 (75)
Arm emergency shut-off valve 4 (10)
Auxiliary 3rd 17 (35)
Auxiliary hydraulic lines Auxiliary 3rd + Auxiliary
32 (70)
4th.
Dozer blade with float 5 (10)
Roof guard (Level 2: ISO 10262) 55 (120)
Front guard (Level 2: ISO 10262) 60 (130)
Units: kg (lb)
*: Mass of optional equipment is added to the standard machine mass.
*: This table only contains the optional equipment of 10kg (20lb) or more in mass.
8-9
Options
Biodegradable oil
Biodegradable oil 4. Bleed the air from the hydraulic oil system.
5. Operate the hydraulic devices for 30
Biodegradable oil is a new type of hydraulic minutes.
oil that is decomposed into carbon dioxide 6. Drain the biodegradable oil from the tank
and water by microorganisms in the soil and and cylinders.
water. It is highly safe for living organisms 7. Replace the hydraulic oil return filter with a
and offers advantages in term of new filter.
environmental protection. 8. Repeat steps 3 and 4.
• Recommended biodegradable oil: Mobile 9. Operate the hydraulic devices for 30
EAL Envirosyn 46H (an ester synthetic oil). minutes.
When replacing the hydraulic oil with 10. Drain the biodegradable oil from the tank
biodegradable oil, use the above or an and cylinders.
equivalent oil. 11. Repeat steps 3 and 4.
Note that other oils, even other brands of 12. Operate the hydraulic devices for 1 hour.
ester synthetic oils, may damage O-rings, 13. Drain the biodegradable oil from the tank
packings and seals. Takeuchi products and cylinders.
shipped with the optional biodegradable oil 14. Replace the return filter with a new filter.
are shipped with the above brand of oil. 15. Repeat steps 3 and 4.
• When switching from a mineral oil to a 16. Operate the hydraulic devices, then
biodegradable oil, the parking brake torque check for oil leakage.
decreases by about 30%. There is no need to flush the hydraulic oil
system when switching from biodegradable
to mineral hydraulic oil.
Replacing the hydraulic oil with
biodegradable oil
Mixing mineral oil with biodegradable oil will
result in a decrease of the hydraulic oil’s
performance as well as a decrease in
biodegradability and safety. The hydraulic oil
system must be flushed as described below
before supplying the biodegradable oil. This
operation is dangerous and requires
experience. Have it performed by a Takeuchi
sales or service outlet.
Flushing
To be performed by a Takeuchi sales or
service outlet
1. Drain the hydraulic oil (mineral oil) from the
hydraulic tank and clean the inside of the
tank and suction strainer.
Refer to “Replacing the hydraulic oil and
cleaning the suction strainer”.
2. Remove the cylinder hoses and drain the
hydraulic oil (mineral oil) from inside the
cylinders.
3. Supply new biodegradable oil to the
hydraulic tank.
8-10
Options
Cab options
Cab options
1. Rain guard
2. Front light
3. Roof guard (Level 2: ISO 10262)
4. Front guard (Level 2: ISO 10262)
5. Rear light
6. Sun shade
8-11
Options
Angle dozer blade
Angle dozer blade Button (A) ��Left angle (0 to 25°)

Button (B) ��Right angle (0 to 25°)
The dozer blade angle is
Warning increased/decreased between
• Do not press the float button while the 0 and 25° as long as the
machine is raised by the dozer blade. button is pressed.
Doing so will cause the machine to fall. To position the dozer blade at
If you must work beneath the raised a right angle, align the
machine, always use a secure support matching marks (D) as shown
to keep the machine raised. in the figure.
dozer blade is raised. Doing so will Float operation
cause the dozer blade to fall. Lower the Button (C) ��Float mode
dozer blade to the ground before To cancel the float mode,
pressing the float button. press the button again.
• Do not travel forward while the dozer
blade is in the float mode. Daily inspection (every 10 hours)
Lubricating
IMPORTANT: Do not raise the machine by
using the angled dozer blade. Or, the
dozer blade may be damaged due to the
load concentrated onto a point on the
dozer blade.
This dozer blade can be angled (to 25° right
or left). Also, it can be used in the float
mode.
Angle operation
1. Lower the working equipment to the

ground and stop the engine.
2. Use the grease gun to lubricate the grease
fitting.
3. Wipe off the excess grease.
8-12
Options
Operating lever switch kit 1
Operating lever switch engine revolutions to low idling whenever the

engine is started.
kit 1 Cancel the deceleration mode by pressing
the deceleration button as necessary.
Horn button This deceleration button operation has
priority even if the auto-deceleration switch is
turned on.
Note: This deceleration button is capable of
decreasing the engine speed and reducing
the fuel consumption, with a simple
operation, in a situation such as when little
engine output is required and thus the
operating or the travel levers are in neutral.
Travel speed button

Press the button situated on the left
operating lever to blow the horn. Warning
applied while traveling in 2nd (high)
Deceleration button speed, the speed will automatically slow
Warning and return to 2nd (high) speed.
Before operating the deceleration button, Remember that the travel speed changes
set the operating lever to the neutral depending on the load condition.
position and take your foot off the pedals.
If the deceleration button is pressed while
driving, the machine’s operating speed
will abruptly change to result in a
dangerous situation.
Press this switch to set the travel speed to

2nd (high) speed. Press it again to return to
1st (low) speed.
Press this button on the left operating lever

to lower the engine speed to low idling.
Press the button again to return to the
engine speed set with the throttle controller.
For safety reasons, it is designed that the
deceleration function is activated to set the
8-13
Options
Auxiliary 1st switch Refer to “Auxiliary hydraulic lines” on page

2-46 to 47.
Auxiliary hydraulic buttons
Auxiliary 2nd/4th switch

Slider switch
(Proportional control)
Proportional control allows for slow-to-fast/
fast-to-slow movement of attachment.
Example: If you move the slider switch half
way, the attachment will move at
approximately one-half the speed.
Press those buttons to control the flow of the

oil in the first auxiliary hydraulic lines.
• Proportional control of the auxiliary
hydraulic circuit is not possible.
(A) ��Hydraulic oil flows to the left auxiliary
line (a).
(B) ��Hydraulic oil flows to the right auxiliary
line (b).
Slider switch
(Proportional control) Move this switch to control the flow of the oil
Proportional control allows for slow-to-fast/ in the second auxiliary hydraulic lines.
fast-to-slow movement of attachment. (C): ��Hydraulic oil flows to the left auxiliary
Example: If you move the slider switch half line (c).
way, the attachment will move at (D): ��Hydraulic oil flows to the right auxiliary
approximately one-half the speed. line (d).
Move this switch to control the flow of the oil To use the auxiliary 4th hydraulic line, press
in the first auxiliary hydraulic lines. the auxiliary 2/4 select button to change to
(A) ��Hydraulic oil flows to the left auxiliary the operation of the auxiliary 4th.
line (a). Refer to “Auxiliary hydraulic lines” on page
(B) ��Hydraulic oil flows to the right auxiliary 2-46.
line (b).
8-14
Options
Auxiliary 2/4 select button Swing/Second boom select button
Warning
Pressing (switching ON or OFF) the
selector button while the boom swing
pedal is depressed is dangerous, since
the attachment will move unexpectedly.
Always set the boom swing pedal back to
the neutral position before operating the
selector button.
This switch is used to change from the

second auxiliary operation to the fourth
auxiliary operation.
Pressing this button displays the second
auxiliary on the LCD to indicate that the
second auxiliary operation is enabled.
Pressing this button again displays the
auxiliary 4th on the LCD to indicate that the
auxiliary 4th operation is enabled.
The actual operation is performed with the
auxiliary 2nd/4th switch (slider switch). This button changes from the boom swing
operation to the second boom operation.
Press this button to change over to operation
of the second boom. The intermediate
second operation indicator lamp will light.
One more press of this button will result in a
return to boom swing operation. Actual
operation is performed with the boom swing
pedal.
8-15
Options
Operating Releasing the residual pressure

Press those buttons to control the flow of the After the auxiliary hydraulic circuits have
oil in the first/second auxiliary hydraulic lines. been used, pressure remains in the circuits.
(A) ��Hydraulic oil flows to left auxiliary line This is called the residual pressure. Release
(a). this residual pressure before disconnecting
(B) ��Hydraulic oil flows to right auxiliary line the lines.
(b). Perform the residual pressure releasing
(C) ��Hydraulic oil flows to left auxiliary line within 30 minutes after the engine stopping.
(c). 1. Park the machine on a flat, rigid and safe
(D) ��Hydraulic oil flows to right auxiliary line ground.
(d). 2. Stop the engine.
Refer to “Auxiliary hydraulic lines” on page 3. Lower the safety lock lever to the
2-46. unlocked position.
5. Press the auxiliary hydraulic switches
several times to release the residual
pressure in the auxiliary hydraulic circuitry.
8-16
First Published March 2011 No.33659
Sixth Published March 2012
Operator’s manual
TB285
Hydraulic excavator
TB290
Edited and issued by TAKEUCHI MFG. CO., LTD.
Printed in Japan by STATION M Co., Ltd.
8-17
California
Proposition 65 Warning
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling battery.
EC-Conformity Certificate
We herewith declare that following named machine, based on its conception and design
and in the form brought into service is in accordance with the relevant, basic safety and
health requirements of the following EC directives. In case of any alteration of the
machine not coordinated with us, this certificate loses its validity.
Designation of the machine Hydraulic Excavator
Manufacturer TAKEUCHI MFG. CO., LTD
205 Uwadaira, Sakaki-machi, Hanishina-gun, Nagano
389-0605, Japan
Model TB285 TB290
Engine type 4TNV98T-ZXWTB AU-4JJ1TYSB-03
Engine power 51.6 kW @ 2000 rpm 54 kW @ 2000 rpm
The machine is in accordance with the requirements of EC regulations:
1) Machine directive 2006/42/EC and appendix
2) Electromagnetic compatibility-regulation 2004/108/EC and appendix
3) Noise directive 2000/14/EC (Evaluation procedure according to appendix VI),
2005/88/EC and appendices.
4) Regulations on engine emissions: 2004/26/EC and appendices.
Harmonized norms: EN474-1:2006+A1:2009, EN474-5:2006+A1:2009.
Complier of the technical files:
Adam Geiss
Oliver Scharschmidt
Wilhelm Schafer Gmbh
68307 Manheim-Sandhofen GERMANY
Issued in Sakaki, Japan
Akio Takeuchi, President

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Manual storage compartment

1. After using the manual, place it in the

Symbols used in this manual

General precautions When a problem is found on the machine

It is your responsibility to observe all If any problem (noise, vibration, smell,

Be prepared for fire and accidents

• Make sure all protective guards, covers

Learn how to use the hand signals required

Never put your hands, feet or other parts of

Inhaling asbestos dust can cause lung

Using optional products Never modify the machine

• Consult with Takeuchi before installing Unauthorized modifications to this machine

Precautions when Check the strength of the bridge

preparing When traveling over a bridge or a structure,

Always keep the machine clean

• Check with the administrator for the

Perform inspection and maintenance Emergency exit

Failure to identify or repair the irregularities or

Cautions in the operator’s compartment

• Remove mud and grease from shoe soles

• Do not jump on or down from the machine.

Sit in the operator’s seat and start the

• Adjust the seat to securely latch it.

• Climb up/down the steps facing the

Starting with jumper cables In cold climates

Precautions when Check if the work area is safe and secure

• When working in dark places, turn on the

Do not allow anyone to ride on any part of

Before operating the travel levers/pedals,

Cautions on traveling on slopes • When traveling on slopes or grades, drive

• Do not change directions on slopes or

• When climbing a hill, keep the operator’s

• When traveling on snow or on frozen

Do not move the bucket over the heads of

Moving the bucket over the heads of people

Keep a safe distance from the overhead

• Pay also careful attention to the high-

Never bring any part of the machine or

Watch out for hazardous working

• Do not enter areas where there is soft

• Do not come close to unstable grounds

• Do not use the impact force of the hoe

Be careful with flying objects

This machine is not equipped with protective

• When doing demolition work, do not

Operating on slopes is dangerous Never slew (swing) sideways with a heavy

The machine can tip over more easily in the

Be careful with the overhead objects

When operating under bridges, in tunnels,

Excavators are not designed for lifting Cautions when towing

When towing, serious injury or death could

Precautions when • Before leaving the machine, do the

• Park the machine on a flat, rigid and safe

If you must park on a slope or incline, park

Precautions when • Lock the cab door after being loaded, if

The machine may roll or tip over or fall while

Hoist the machine safely Transport the machine safely

Precautions on Replace safety-critical parts periodically