Page 2: Safety Alert Symbol
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.
Page 3 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”...
Page 4: Introduction
If you have any questions about the machine, please contact a Takeuchi sales or service outlet. MANUAL STORAGE COMPARTMENT SERIAL NUMBERS...
Page 5: Machine Description
MACHINE DESCRIPTION FRONT, REAR, LEFT AND RIGHT FEATURES • Hydrostatic drive system • Tilt-up canopy and cab with ROPS/FOPS • Engine emergency stop system • Low engine noise and exhaust emissions • Electronic control of auxiliary hydraulic circuit 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...
Page 6 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...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Levers and Pedal ........2-24 Introduction ........0-2 Safety Bar .......... 2-24 Throttle lever ........2-24 Machine description ......0-3 Throttle pedal (optional) ..... 2-24 Right control lever ......2-25 Safety ..........1-1 Left control lever ........ 2-25 General precautions ........ 1-2 Accessories ...........
Page 8 After the initial 250 hours Transport .........4-1 (only for new machines) ......5-32 Loading and unloading ......4-2 Replacing the travel motor gear oil ..5-32 Hoisting the machine ....... 4-3 Every 250 hours ........5-33 Securing the machine ......4-4 Replacing the engine oil and the oil ﬁlter ...
Page 9 Bleeding air from the fuel system ..6-8 Error code list .......... 6-9 If a warning lamp ﬂashes ....... 6-10 Other symptoms ........6-12 Lowering the lift arms to the ground ..6-14 Towing ........... 6-15 Speciﬁcations ........7-1 Basic Speciﬁcations ......... 7-2 Machine dimensions ........
Page 11: Safety
SAFETY...
Page 12: General Precautions
SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS GENERAL PRECAUTIONS When a problem is found on the machine If any problem (noise, vibration, smell, It is your responsibility to observe all 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...
Page 13 SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Wear appropriate clothing and protective Install a ﬁre extinguisher and ﬁrst aid kit equipment AG7A005 Be prepared for ﬁre and accidents AG7A004 • 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.
Page 14 SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Use a signal person and a ﬂag person Cautions when standing up from or leaving the operator’s seat AG7A007 Learn how to use the hand signals required AG7A009 for particular jobs and make sure who has • Before standing up from the operator’s the responsibility for signaling.
Page 15 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.
Page 16 SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Fire prevention 3. Blow off all accumulated debris near hot engine exhaust components (turbocharger and exhaust manifold as well as exhaust pipes and mufﬂer) at the completion of each work shift or more frequently when working in severe conditions where large amounts of combustible debris are present.
Page 17 SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS 10. During daily operation of the machine, What to do if a machine ﬁre occurs the occurrence of exhaust leaks are If operating the machine when a ﬁre occurs: usually accompanied by a change or 1. Lower all working attachments to the increase in engine exhaust noise levels.
Page 18 • Before returning the machine to work. 1. Ensure that the cause of the ﬁre is determined and all appropriate repairs are completed. 2. Ensure that all extinguishers used in ﬁghting the ﬁre are replaced or recharged. • Notify your equipment dealer and/or Takeuchi Manufacturing.
Page 19 SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Exhaust fumes from the engine is Handling asbestos dust poisonous 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.
Page 20 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.
Page 21: Precautions When Preparing
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.
Page 22 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING Always keep the machine clean Perform inspection and maintenance every day • Clean windows, mirrors and lights to AG7A020 Failure to identify or repair the irregularities or ensure good visibility. damage on machine can lead to accidents. Adjust the mirror to the best position for •...
Page 23 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING Cautions in the operator’s compartment Emergency exit • Remove mud and grease from shoe soles Rear window before entering the operator’s If you are trapped inside the cab, remove the compartment. rear window to get out. Pedaling the machine with the shoes with mud and grease will cause a slip accident.
Page 24: Precautions When Starting
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.
Page 25 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING Starting with jumper cables In cold climates AG7A027 AG7A025 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 •...
Page 26: Precautions When Operating
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING PRECAUTIONS WHEN seat. Failure to do so could cause serious injury or death. OPERATING Ensure good visibility Check if the work area is safe and secure before operation • When working in dark places, turn on the machine’s working lights and headlights and additional lighting equipment installed, as necessary.
Page 27 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Precautions on traveling and turning • Avoid crossing over obstacles whenever possible. If you must do so, keep the • Traveling and turning should be performed bucket close to the ground level and travel with the bucket cylinder fully retracted and slowly.
Page 28 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Cautions on traveling on slopes • When traveling on slopes or grades, drive slowly in 1st (low) speed. Especially on Do not perform any operation on a slope. down slopes, slow down the engine speed The machine may lose its balance and tip and limit the stroke length of the left control over if the working equipment is operated on lever to less than half.
Page 29 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Precautions when the lift arms are in the Operate the machine on snow or ice with ﬂoat mode extra care • When traveling on snow or on frozen surfaces, drive at a low speed and avoid starting, stopping or changing directions abruptly.
Page 30 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Take care when handling unstable loads Avoid overloading and off-center loading Filling the bucket in excess of the maximum load or loading an off-center load could cause the machine to become unstable and result in the machine tipping over. Loading should be done evenly, should be less than the: maximum load...
Page 31 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Keep a safe distance from the overhead high-voltage cables AG7A042 • 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 Watch out for hazardous working cables unless all safety precautions required conditions...
Page 32 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Travel in narrow or crowded places Do not enter areas where there is soft ground When traveling in narrow sites, crowded places or indoors, operate the machine while Driving on the soft ground could cause the carefully looking around the area and machine to tilt under its own weight, resulting maintaining the safe speed to avoid contact...
Page 33 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Be careful with ﬂying objects Cautions when towing This machine is not equipped with protective equipment to protect the operator from ﬂying objects. Do not use this machine in places where there are risks of the operator being hit by ﬂying objects.
Page 34: Precautions When Stopping
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN STOPPING PRECAUTIONS WHEN • Never leave the machine with the engine running or the lift arms raised. If the lift STOPPING arms are left in a raised position, prevent them from falling by engaging the lift arm Park safely stopper.
Page 35: Precautions When Transporting
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRANSPORTING PRECAUTIONS WHEN Hoist the machine safely TRANSPORTING • Know and use correct crane signals. • Check the hoisting equipment for damaged Load/unload the machine safely or missing parts on a daily basis and replace as necessary. •...
Page 36: Precautions On Maintenance
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...
Page 37 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE Always keep the machine clean Prohibit access by unauthorized persons AG7A070 AG7A068 • Clean the machine before performing Do not allow unauthorized personnel in the work area while working. Be careful when maintenance. grinding, welding or using a hammer. You •...
Page 38 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE Stay clear of the moving parts Precautions when working under the raised lift arms AG7A072 • Stay clear of all rotating and moving parts. If a hand or tool becomes trapped in the • If you must work under the raised lift arms, rotating or moving part, serious injury or use the lift arm stopper to securely support death could result.
Page 39 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE Precautions on tilting up the canopy (cab) Cautions when refueling • Raising or lowering the canopy while the engine is running may cause the machine to move, and cause serious injury or death. Lower the working equipment to the ground and stop the engine before raising or lowering the canopy.
Page 40 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE Handling of hoses Be careful with hot cooling systems 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. •...
Page 41 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE Be careful with oil internal pressure Be careful with debris when the hammer is being used Pressure is maintained in the hydraulic circuit long after the engine has been shut down. When using a hammer, pins may ﬂy out or •...
Page 42 Disconnect the negative (–) battery valve is faulty. Ask a Takeuchi service agent cable ﬁrst. When reconnecting, connect the for repair. negative (–) battery cable last.
Page 43 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE 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. ·...
Page 44 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE 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.
Page 45 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE 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.
Page 46: Safety Signs (Decals)
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.
Page 47 SAFETY SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS) 1-37...
Page 48 SAFETY SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS) 1-38...
Page 49 SAFETY SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS) 1-39...
Page 50 SAFETY SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS) 1-40...
Page 51: Controls
CONTROLS...
Page 52: Names Of Components
CONTROLS NAMES OF COMPONENTS NAMES OF COMPONENTS 1. Tail light 11. Bucket 2. Hydraulic tank 12. Fuel ﬁller cap 3. Canopy 13. Lift cylinder 4. Safety bar 14. Travel motor 5. Front light 15. Rubber track 6. Lift arm stopper 16.
Page 53: Speciﬁcations
CONTROLS NAMES OF COMPONENTS 1. Left control lever 14. Right control lever 15. Ignition switch 2. Travel speed button 16. High-ﬂow switch* 3. Slider switch (for auxiliary hydraulic) 17. Throttle lever 4. Detent mode switch (for auxiliary hydraulic) 18. Throttle pedal* 5.
Page 54: Covers
CONTROLS COVERS COVERS FUEL FILLER PORT IGNITION KEY WARNING • Do not smoke and keep away from heat or ﬂame while ﬁlling the fuel tank. • Fill the fuel tank in a well ventilated place, with the engine turned off. •...
Page 55: Engine Hood
CONTROLS COVERS ENGINE HOOD REAR DOOR WARNING WARNING Before opening the engine hood, be sure • When opening the rear door, use a stay to stop the engine. If a hand or tool to securely lock it. becomes trapped in the rotating or •...
Page 56: Cab
CONTROLS Locking and unlocking CAB DOOR WARNING Insert the ignition key and turn it. Opening (from outside) • 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.
Page 57 CONTROLS Closing (from inside) Opening (from inside) 1. Remove the lock pin (5) from the pin hole 1. Push the release lever (6) to the front to on the cab to release the door lock. release the latch. 2. Push the release lever (6) to the front to If the release lever (6) does not work, release the latch.
Page 58: Side Window
CONTROLS SIDE WINDOW Closing (from outside) 1. Turn the handle (2) clockwise to release 1. Grasp the catch (8), release the lock and the latch. open the side window. 2. Grasp the handle (4), and slowly lower the 2. To close the side window, close it until a door while taking care not to get the click is heard.
Page 59: Emergency Exit
CONTROLS EMERGENCY EXIT FUSE BOX This box is used to protect the electric Rear window If you are trapped inside the cab, remove the system from overcurrent. rear window to get out. There are two ways to remove the rear Opening window.
Page 60: Lift Arm Stopper
CONTROLS LIFT ARM STOPPER LIFT ARM STOPPER 3. Align the orientation of the hook (4) on the tip with that of the lock pin (1). 4. Support the lift arm stopper (2) by hand DANGER and pull out the lock pin (1). •...
Page 61 CONTROLS LIFT ARM STOPPER Removing the stopper 1. Align the orientation of the hook (4) on the tip with that of the lock pin (1). 2. Pull out the lock pin (1) from the lift arm stopper (2). 3. Pick up the end loop of the spring (3) with your ﬁngers, and then hang it onto the hook (5) of the lift arm stopper (2).
Page 62: Seat And Seat Belt
CONTROLS SEAT AND SEAT BELT SEAT AND SEAT BELT 2. Release the lever (2) at the desired position to secure the seat. SEAT Adjustment range: 15 positions, in 150 mm (5.9 in.) WARNING Adjust and secure the seat. AG7B022 (C) Adjusting according to operator’s weight AG7B021 1.
Page 63: Seat Belt
CONTROLS SEAT AND SEAT BELT SEAT BELT CAUTION Be sure to fasten the seat belt securely before starting the engine. Fastening the seat belt 1. Adjust the seat to the desired position for operation, sit up and sit back in the chair. 2.
Page 64: Instrument Cluster
CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LAMPS 5. Fuel level warning lamp This lamp lights up when the fuel level is low while the ignition key is in the ON IMPORTANT: If a warning lamp ﬂashes position. and an alarm is sounded, immediately stop all operations and check the 6.
Page 65: Indicators
CONTROLS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATORS METERS 8. 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 needle should be within the green 9. Travel speed lamp range during machine operation.
Page 66: Multi-Data Display
IMPORTANT: If an error code appears, refer to “Error code list” and contact a Takeuchi sales or service outlet for help. Trip button To reset the meter to “0”, display the Trip (Trip-1 or Trip-2) to be reset, and then press and hold the trip button.
Page 67 Refer to “Error Code List” on page 6-9. IMPORTANT: If an error code appears, immediately stop the operation and contact a Takeuchi sales or service outlet for help. 5. Press the button to return to the hour meter screen.
Page 68: Switches
CONTROLS SWITCHES SWITCHES ENGINE SHUTDOWN SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH This switch is used to shutdown the engine if it fails to stop, due to machine failure or AG7B029 IMPORTANT: Do not repeatedly switch breakage, when the ignition key is turned to the key from OFF to ON and ON to OFF the OFF position.
Page 69: Float Button
CONTROLS SWITCHES FLOAT BUTTON Lift arms in the ﬂoat mode WARNING • It is very dangerous to set the lift arms to the ﬂoat mode while the bucket is raised too high, as the bucket is likely to fall. Lower the bucket to a height of 30 cm (12 in.) or less above the ground before setting the lift arms to the ﬂoat mode.
Page 70: Auxiliary Hydraulic Switches
CONTROLS SWITCHES 2. To install the female connector or the cap time the button is pressed. To switch to the (1), align the notches and turn it clockwise detent mode, use the detent mode switch to tighten. (D). <14P connector M> HDB34-18-14PN-059 If the selector switch (C) has been turned on Total max.
Page 71 CONTROLS SWITCHES The ﬂow of the auxiliary hydraulic system (lines (a) and (b)) can be set to either one- way or two-way ﬂow. To set to the one-way mode, press the switch until the built-in lamp (green) lights up to indicate that the auxiliary hydraulic line is in the one-way mode.
Page 72: Travel Speed Button
CONTROLS SWITCHES TRAVEL SPEED BUTTON FRONT WIPER SWITCH (OPTIONAL) REAR WIPER SWITCH (OPTIONAL) 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.
Page 73: Front Light Switch
CONTROLS SWITCHES FRONT LIGHT SWITCH TAIL LIGHT SWITCH When this switch is turned while the ignition When this switch is turned while the ignition switch is at ON, the lights turn on as follows: switch is at ON, the lights turn on as follows: O ..Off O ..Off I ..Meter light and front lights will be lit.
Page 74: Levers And Pedal
CONTROLS LEVERS AND PEDAL LEVERS AND PEDAL THROTTLE LEVER SAFETY BAR WARNING • Before leaving the operator’s seat, raise the safety bar to engage the lock and stop the engine. If any controls are accidentally touched when the safety bar is not locked, the machine will suddenly move and cause serious injury or death.
Page 75: Right Control Lever
CONTROLS LEVERS AND PEDAL RIGHT CONTROL LEVER LEFT CONTROL LEVER Use this lever to operate the lift arms and Use this lever to move forward and in reverse bucket. and to change directions. Refer to “Lever pattern” on page 3-6. Refer to “Lever pattern”...
Page 76: Accessories
CONTROLS 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)).
Page 77 CONTROLS ACCESSORIES NAMES OF COMPONENTS 1. Defroster Control panel 2. Condenser 3. Receiver drier 4. Foot outlets 5. Rear outlets 6. Control panel 7. Compressor 8. Air conditioner unit 9. Inner ﬁlter 10. Outer ﬁlter 11. Air conditioner switch 12. Temperature control dial 13.
Page 78 CONTROLS ACCESSORIES Air conditioner switch Fan switch 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 three steps.
Page 79 CONTROLS ACCESSORIES Outlets 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.
Page 80 CONTROLS ACCESSORIES Defrosting the windows Note: If the air conditioner fan is set to High, the difference between the external and internal temperatures increases, resulting in frost on the outside of the windows. If this happens, either turn off the air conditioner or turn the temperature control dial clockwise to increase the internal temperature.
Page 81: External Power Socket (For Eu)
CONTROLS ACCESSORIES EXTERNAL POWER SOCKET (FOR EU) INTERIOR LIGHT (OPTIONAL) IMPORTANT: The battery capacity WARNING decreases if the interior light is left on for Use only those electric products which a long time when the engine is stopped. comply with the speciﬁcations of this socket.
Page 82: Radio (For Cab)
CONTROLS ACCESSORIES 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. •...
Page 83 CONTROLS ACCESSORIES (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 ( ) 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.
Page 84 CONTROLS ACCESSORIES 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 •...
Page 85 CONTROLS ACCESSORIES 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.
Page 86: Auxiliary Hydraulic Lines (Optional)
CONTROLS ACCESSORIES AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC LINES Connecting the hydraulic circuits (OPTIONAL) To connect the attachment hydraulic lines, observe the following procedures: WARNING 1. Release the pressure remaining in the Oil may spurt out if the caps or ﬁlters are lines. removed or pipes disconnected before Refer to “Releasing residual pressure”...
Page 87 CONTROLS ACCESSORIES Releasing residual pressure After the auxiliary hydraulic circuits have been used, pressure remains in the circuits. This is called the residual pressure. Release this residual pressure before disconnecting the lines. 2. Select the operation mode for the auxiliary hydraulic button (A) by operating the detent mode switch (D).
Page 88: High-Flow Hydraulic System (If Equipped)
CONTROLS ACCESSORIES HIGH-FLOW HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (IF Operating the high-ﬂow system EQUIPPED) CAUTION Note that the high-output type brush cutter attachment can be used only if it is equipped with the easy brush-cleaning function and the proper cooling system, for a short period of time at a moderate ambient temperature.
Page 89: Operation
OPERATION...
Page 90: Before Starting Operation
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 •...
Page 91: Starting And Stopping The Engine
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 the pedal are in...
Page 92: Starting The Engine
OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE 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.
Page 93: Warming Up The Engine
OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE 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.
Page 94: Operating The Machine
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE OPERATING THE MACHINE LEVER PATTERN WARNING Before starting operation, be sure to check which lever pattern you are going to use. This manual explains the operation by using the pattern described below. Travel Forward Lift Arms Lower Travel Reverse Lift Arms Raise Left Spin Turn...
Page 95 MEMO...
Page 96: Warming Up The Machine (Hydraulic Oil)
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE 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.
Page 97: Inspection After Warm-Up
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE INSPECTION AFTER WARM-UP Warm-up in cold climates 1. Perform the normal warm-up procedure. After warming up the engine and machine (hydraulic oil), perform the checks and inspections described below, and repair if necessary. 2. Set the bucket cylinder at the stroke end and keep it there.
Page 98: Traveling The Machine
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE TRAVELING THE MACHINE WARNING • Never allow anyone to enter the machine’s slewing radius and path. • Signal your intention to move by sounding the horn. • Traveling and turning should be performed with the bucket cylinder fully retracted and the bucket at a height of approximately 30 cm (12 in.) from the 1.
Page 99 OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE Moving the machine forward and Pivot turn backward 1. Operate the left control lever as below. Turning to the left: To turn forward to the left: To move forward: Tilt the left control lever forward to the Push the left control lever forward.
Page 100: Stopping Travel
OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE STOPPING TRAVEL OPERATING THE WORKING EQUIPMENT WARNING WARNING • Park the machine on a ﬂat, rigid and • Before starting operation, carefully safe ground. Set the parking brake. If check which lever pattern you are going you must park on a slope, chock the to use.
Page 101 OPERATION OPERATING THE MACHINE Operating the Lift arms Operating the lift arms ﬂoat To lower the lift arms: To ﬂoat the lift arms: Push the right control lever forward. Tilt the right control lever forward a little To raise the lift arms: and depress the ﬂoat button.
Page 102: Operating Procedures
OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES OPERATING PROCEDURES PROHIBITED OPERATIONS WARNING • Do not operate on bedrock (hard or soft). • If you must operate the lift arms and/or bucket while traveling, operate at speeds slow enough so that you have complete control at all times. Travel at a speed appropriate for the operating conditions.
Page 103 OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES Do not cut across or go diagonally across a Do not dig down too deeply at a time. Doing slope. Doing so may cause the machine to so could damage the bucket and the lift tip over or the tracks to come off and/or arms.
Page 104 OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES Do not fully extend the bucket cylinders, push the bucket into the ground and move the machine to use the traveling force for digging. Doing so could damage the bucket cylinders. 3-16...
Page 105: Cautions On Operating
On uneven ground, maintain the low speed grease is expelled. and avoid starting, stopping or changing • Never submerge the chassis in water or directions abruptly. sand. If submerged, contact a Takeuchi service agent for inspection. 3-17...
Page 106: Cautions On Traveling On Slopes
OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES CAUTIONS ON TRAVELING ON SLOPES • Do not change directions on slopes or traverse slopes. First return to a ﬂat surface, and then take an alternative WARNING path. • Do not perform any operation on a • The machine may slip sideways even on slope.
Page 107 OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES Braking when descending slopes Do not open the door while traveling on slopes (if equipped with cab door) When descending slopes, the brakes are applied automatically once the left control Opening the door while traveling on slopes is lever are returned to the neutral position.
Page 108: Operations Possible With This Machine
OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES OPERATIONS POSSIBLE WITH THIS MACHINE IMPORTANT: Do not fully extend the bucket cylinders, push the bucket into the ground and move the machine to use the traveling force for digging. Doing so could damage the bucket cylinders. Scooping Lower the bucket to the ground and set it parallel to the ground or tilt it slightly downward.
Page 109 OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES Leveling Raise the lift arms and tilt the bucket forward, then release it as the machine is driven forward. Next tilt the bucket forward and lower the front edge until it is slightly above the ground surface, then back the machine over the load that was just released. Backﬁlling With the bucket lowered, drive near the hole and tilt the front edge of the bucket downward as soon as it passes over the near side of the hole.
Page 110 OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES Leveling Operation using the Float position WARNING • Make sure the bucket is lowered to the ground before ﬂoating the lift arms. Floating the lift arms while they are raised will cause the bucket to fall rapidly and is dangerous.
Page 111: Parking The Machine
OPERATION PARKING THE MACHINE PARKING THE MACHINE Before leaving the machine, do the following: PARKING 1. Set the control levers to the neutral position. 2. Return the throttle lever to idle the engine WARNING at low speed. 3. Lower the bucket to the ground. 4.
Page 112: Handling In Cold Climates
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”...
Page 113: Handling Rubber Tracks
OPERATION HANDLING RUBBER TRACKS HANDLING RUBBER TRACKS Rubber tracks 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 tracks from being damaged or coming off. PROHIBITIONS Do not travel or operate the machine in the following places:...
Page 114: Cautions
OPERATION HANDLING RUBBER TRACKS CAUTIONS PREVENTING THE RUBBER TRACKS FROM COMING OFF Observe the following cautions when operating the machine: Observe the following cautions to prevent • Avoid changing course abruptly or spin- the track from coming off. turning on concrete surfaces whenever •...
Page 115 OPERATION HANDLING RUBBER TRACKS • Avoid traveling by setting one track on a slope or projecting portion and the other track on a ﬂat surface (with the machine at a tilt of 10° or more). Travel with both tracks set on ﬂat surfaces. •...
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Page 117: Transport
TRANSPORT...
Page 118: Loading And Unloading
TRANSPORT LOADING AND UNLOADING LOADING AND UNLOADING When loading or unloading the machine, be sure to use ramps or a platform and follow the procedure below. WARNING The machine may roll or tip over or fall while being loaded or unloaded. Take the following precautions: •...
Page 119: Hoisting The Machine
Contact your Takeuchi service agent for details. Hoisting 1. Lower the bucket to the ground. 2. Raise the safety bar to the lock position.
Page 120: Securing The Machine
TRANSPORT SECURING THE MACHINE SECURING THE MACHINE After loading the machine at the speciﬁed position, secure it as described below. Transporting posture AU5F005 1. Lower the bucket. Precautions to be taken during 2. Raise the safety bar to the lock position. transportation 3.
Page 121: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE...
Page 122: General
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.
Page 123 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.
Page 124: Service Data
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. •...
Page 125 MAINTENANCE SERVICE DATA Lubricant Type by air temperature Location Type When to replace -4 14 32 50 68 86 104°F -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40°C Diesel engine oil Every 250 hrs. Engine oil pan API: CF class or higher after the initial SAE 10W-30 50 hrs.
Page 126: Regularly Replace The Hydraulic Oil
MAINTENANCE SERVICE DATA Volume Engine cooling Hydraulic oil Travel reduction Engine oil pan Fuel tank system tank gear Upper limit 13.0 L (13.7 US qt.) System 75 L (19.8 US gal.) 1.0 L X 2 11.2 L (11.8 US qt.) 58 L (15.3 US gal.) (1.06 US qt.) X 2 Lower limit...
Page 127: List Of Consumables
MAINTENANCE SERVICE DATA LIST OF CONSUMABLES Periodically replace consumables such as ﬁlters and elements according to the table below. System Item Part name Part No. When to replace Hydraulic oil Element 1551102600 Every 500 hrs after return ﬁlter Hydraulic system the initial 50 hrs.
Page 128: List Of Tools
MAINTENANCE SERVICE DATA LIST OF TOOLS Code Part name Part No. Remarks Spanner 1690001012 10-12 Spanner 1690001113 11-13 Spanner 1690001417 14-17 Spanner 1690001922 19-22 Spanner 1690002427 24-27 Spanner 1690100030 Spanner 1690100041 Screwdriver 1690220205 (+) (–) replaceable shank L-type wrench 1690830019 Hammer 1690300330 Monkey wrench...
Page 129: List Of Tightening Torques
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.
Page 130: Safety-Critical Parts
MAINTENANCE SAFETY-CRITICAL PARTS 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...
Page 131 MAINTENANCE SAFETY-CRITICAL PARTS The material of the safety-critical part listed on the left 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.
Page 132: Maintenance List
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE LIST MAINTENANCE LIST Inspection and maintenance item Page Walk-around inspection Inspecting by opening the engine hood and rear door 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...
Page 133 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE LIST Inspection and maintenance item Page Every 250 hours Replacing the engine oil and the oil ﬁlter 5-33 Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt 5-33 Inspecting and adjusting the compressor belt (AC) 5-33 Replacing the air cleaner elements 5-34 Cleaning the radiator ﬁns and oil cooler ﬁns 5-35...
Page 134: Walk-Around Inspection
MAINTENANCE WALK-AROUND INSPECTION WALK-AROUND INSPECTION 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 rear door or radiator before working the inside. Do not keep the rear door or radiator open on a windy day or if the machine is parked on a slope.
Page 135: Inspecting By Walking Around The Machine
MAINTENANCE WALK-AROUND INSPECTION 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.
Page 136: Daily Inspection (Every 10 Hours)
MAINTENANCE DAILY INSPECTION (EVERY 10 HOURS) 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. •...
Page 137: Inspecting And Replenishing The Engine Oil
MAINTENANCE DAILY INSPECTION (EVERY 10 HOURS) INSPECTING AND REPLENISHING THE INSPECTING THE WATER SEPARATOR ENGINE OIL WARNING WARNING • Do not smoke or permit open ﬂames Stop the engine and allow the machine to while handling fuel or working on the cool down before performing fuel system.
Page 138: Inspecting The Fuel Level
MAINTENANCE DAILY INSPECTION (EVERY 10 HOURS) INSPECTING THE FUEL LEVEL WARNING • Do not smoke or permit open ﬂames while handling fuel or working on the fuel system. • Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel when the engine is running or still hot. Do not spill fuel on the hot surface of the machine.
Page 139: Inspecting The Hydraulic Oil Tank Level And Replenishing
MAINTENANCE DAILY INSPECTION (EVERY 10 HOURS) INSPECTING THE HYDRAULIC OIL TANK Replenishing LEVEL AND REPLENISHING WARNING Oil may spurt out if caps or ﬁlters are removed or pipes are disconnected before releasing the pressure in the hydraulic system. • When removing plugs or screws, or when disconnecting hoses, stand to the side and loosen them slowly to gradually release the internal pressure...
Page 140: Lubricating The Working Equipment
MAINTENANCE DAILY INSPECTION (EVERY 10 HOURS) 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.
Page 141: After The Initial 50 Hours (Only For New Machines)
MAINTENANCE AFTER THE INITIAL 50 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES) AFTER THE INITIAL 50 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES) REPLACING THE ENGINE OIL AND THE OIL FILTER WARNING Stop the engine and allow the machine to 4. Loosen the bolts and remove the under cool down before performing cover (3).
Page 142: Replacing The Hydraulic Oil Return Filter
MAINTENANCE AFTER THE INITIAL 50 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES) 14. 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. 15.
Page 143: Replacing The Pilot Line Filter
MAINTENANCE AFTER THE INITIAL 50 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES) REPLACING THE PILOT LINE FILTER 7. Coat the new O-ring (3) with a thin layer of oil. 8. Set the new O-ring (3), and then tighten WARNING the case (1) to the ﬁlter stand. •...
Page 144: Inspecting And Adjusting The Fan Belt
MAINTENANCE AFTER THE INITIAL 50 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES) INSPECTING AND ADJUSTING THE FAN BELT 3. Engage the stay (c) onto the hook (d) to secure the radiator (b). WARNING • Stop the engine and allow the machine to cool down before performing maintenance.
Page 145: Inspecting And Adjusting The Compressor Belt (Ac)
MAINTENANCE AFTER THE INITIAL 50 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES) INSPECTING AND ADJUSTING THE Inspection COMPRESSOR BELT (AC) 1. Open the rear door and radiator. 2. Press on the center of the belt (1) with a ﬁnger. The belt’s tension is normal if it WARNING bends about 8 mm (0.3 in) when pressed •...
Page 146: Every 50 Hours
3. Inspect the track tension. · If grease does not come out when the grease discharge valve is loosened, the valve is faulty. Ask a Takeuchi service agent for repair. Inspection 5-26...
Page 147: Draining The Water From The Fuel Tank
MAINTENANCE EVERY 50 HOURS Decreasing the tension Do the draining operation before starting the machine. 1. Remove the cover (1). 2. Slowly loosen (one turn) the grease 1. Remove the fuel ﬁller cap (2). discharge valve (2) with a spanner to 2.
Page 148: Inspecting The Battery Fluid Level And Replenishing
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.
Page 149 MAINTENANCE EVERY 50 HOURS • If the ﬂuid level cannot be checked by ﬂuid Replenishing level lines: When adding distilled water, do so before starting operations in order to prevent freezing. 1. Remove the bolts (a) and open the radiator (b). Remove the caps (2) and look into the ﬂuid ﬁller holes to check the ﬂuid level.
Page 150: Inspecting The Bucket Stoppers (Bolts/Nuts)
4. If there are any irregularities with the adjusting bolts (1) and/or lock nuts (2), replace them with new ones. After replacement, they require adjustment. Contact a Takeuchi service agent for advice Refer to “Adjusting or replacing the bucket stoppers (bolts/nuts)” on page 5-40.
Page 151: Every 100 Hours
MAINTENANCE EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY 100 HOURS CLEANING THE WATER SEPARATOR 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.
Page 152: After The Initial 250 Hours (Only For New Machines)
MAINTENANCE AFTER THE INITIAL 250 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES) AFTER THE INITIAL 250 4. Rewrap the plugs with new sealing tape. 5. Tighten the plug (1). HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW · Tightening torque: 22 N·m (15.9 ft-lb.) 6. Add oil through the hole of the plug (3) MACHINES) until oil ﬂows out of the hole of the plug (2).
Page 153: Every 250 Hours
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 5-21. INSPECTING AND ADJUSTING THE FAN BELT Refer to “Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt”...
Page 154: Replacing The Air Cleaner Element
MAINTENANCE EVERY 250 HOURS REPLACING THE AIR CLEANER ELEMENT WARNING Stop the engine and allow the machine to cool down before performing maintenance. • The engine, mufﬂer, radiator and many other parts of the machine are hot immediately after the engine is stopped. Touching these parts will cause burns.
Page 155: Cleaning The Radiator Fins And Oil Cooler Fins
MAINTENANCE EVERY 250 HOURS CLEANING THE RADIATOR FINS AND OIL CLEANING THE CONDENSER (AC) COOLER FINS WARNING WARNING • Wear required appropriate equipment • Wear required appropriate equipment such as protective goggle and ﬁlter such as protective goggle and ﬁlter mask when using compressed air, as mask when using compressed air, as metal fragments or other objects can ﬂy...
Page 156: Cleaning The Air Filters (Ac)
MAINTENANCE EVERY 250 HOURS CLEANING THE AIR FILTERS (AC) Cleaning 1. Blow dry, compressed air (138 kPa or 20 psi or less) directly on the ﬁlters from the WARNING inside, moving up and down along the Wear required appropriate equipment pleats.
Page 157: Inspecting The Refrigerant (Gas) Level (Ac)
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 5-38. • Exposure of the eyes or hands to the 4.
Page 158 MAINTENANCE EVERY 250 HOURS Check list for refrigerant volume Air conditioner Normal Abnormal High pressure Little difference in High/low High pressure High pressure pipe is hot (80 to pipe is warm, low temperature pipe is hot, low pressure pipe temperature 120°C or 176 to pressure pipe is between the...
Page 159: Every 500 Hours
MAINTENANCE EVERY 500 HOURS EVERY 500 HOURS REPLACING THE FUEL FILTER REPLACING THE HYDRAULIC OIL WARNING RETURN FILTER • Do not smoke or permit open ﬂames Refer to “Replacing the hydraulic oil return while handling fuel or working on the ﬁlter”...
Page 160: Adjusting Or Replacing The Bucket Stoppers (Bolts/Nuts)
MAINTENANCE EVERY 500 HOURS ADJUSTING OR REPLACING THE BUCKET STOPPERS (BOLTS/NUTS) DANGER • If you must work beneath the raised lift arms, use the lift arm stopper to securely support the lift arms. Never get under the lift arms and bucket if they are not sufﬁciently supported.
Page 161 MAINTENANCE EVERY 500 HOURS 4. Start the engine, and raise the lift arm until 9. Start the engine, extend the bucket the lift arm stopper (2) falls on the cylinder cylinders to the maximum length, and then rod. stop the engine. 5.
Page 162: Every 1000 Hours
MAINTENANCE EVERY 1000 HOURS EVERY 1000 HOURS When cleaning, if the temperature of the coolant is low, the thermostat will be closed CLEANING THE ENGINE COOLING and the coolant will not circulate in the SYSTEM radiator. Heat the coolant water to at least 90°C (194°F) before cleaning.
Page 163 MAINTENANCE EVERY 1000 HOURS 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.
Page 164: Replacing The Hydraulic Oil And Cleaning The Suction Strainer
MAINTENANCE EVERY 1000 HOURS REPLACING THE HYDRAULIC OIL AND CLEANING THE SUCTION STRAINER WARNING • Stop the engine and allow the machine to cool down before performing maintenance. · The engine and the hydraulic system and many other parts of the machine are hot immediately after the engine is stopped.
Page 165 MAINTENANCE EVERY 1000 HOURS 6. Temporarily suspend the radiator/oil cooler 16. Install the ﬂange (9) on the hydraulic oil (b). tank. 7. Remove the split pin and pull out the pins 17. Connect the hose (8) to the ﬂange (9). (6).
Page 166: Inspecting And Adjusting The Engine Valve Clearance
MAINTENANCE EVERY 1000 HOURS INSPECTING AND ADJUSTING THE • Cylinders ENGINE VALVE CLEARANCE 1. Start the engine, and let it run at a low- idling speed for 10 minutes. 2. Maintain the engine at low idle, then This operation requires experience. Ask your extend and retract each cylinder 4 or 5 sales or service dealer for it.
Page 167: Every 3000 Hours
MAINTENANCE EVERY 3000 HOURS EVERY 3000 HOURS INSPECTING AND CLEANING THE ENGINE FUEL INJECTORS This operation requires experience. Ask your sales or service dealer for it. INSPECTING THE TURBOCHARGER (WASH BLOWER AS NECESSARY) This operation requires experience. Ask your sales or service dealer for it. 5-47...
Page 168: When Required
(1) upper part (quick-hitch standard bucket provided by us, follow the mount). procedure below. For the other attachments, consult Takeuchi or one of our service agents. Installation Before installing a bucket, clean the connecting sections of the bucket (1) and the quick-hitch (3) and their surrounding area.
Page 169 MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED 8. Push both lock levers (2) until they are 4. Sit in the operator’s seat, lower the safety horizontal to engage the latch. bar, fasten the seat belt, and then start the engine. 9. Check that the tips of the pins (4) are projecting through the bracket holes on 5.
Page 170: Inspecting And Replenishing The Windshield Washer Fluid
MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED INSPECTING AND REPLENISHING THE LUBRICATING THE LEVERS WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID WARNING WARNING Set the machine to the parking posture, Choose ethyl alcohol as washer solution. stop the engine, remove the ignition key Do not use methyl alcohol as washer and store it.
Page 171: Inspecting The Rubber Tracks
MAINTENANCE WHEN REQUIRED INSPECTING THE RUBBER TRACKS (3) Metal core Repair or replace the rubber tracks if their condition becomes as described below. Consult your sales or service dealer for repair or replacement. Rubber track Replace the track if the entire track is stretched and cannot be adjusted.
Page 172: Tilting Up The Canopy (Cab)
MAINTENANCE TILTING UP THE CANOPY (CAB) TILTING UP THE CANOPY (CAB) For inspection and maintenance, the canopy is designed so that it can be tilted up. WARNING • Raising or lowering the canopy while the engine is running may cause the machine to move, resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 173: Maintenance During Extended Storage Period
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.
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Page 175: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING...
Page 176: Symptoms That Are Not Malfunctions
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS THAT ARE NOT MALFUNCTIONS SYMPTOMS THAT ARE NOT MALFUNCTIONS The symptoms listed below are not malfunctions. • The lift arms go up or stop by themselves at the stroke end, when the bucket operation is performed at the same time as the lowering of the lift arms.
Page 177: If The Engine Overheats
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.
Page 178: If The Battery Goes Dead
TROUBLESHOOTING IF THE BATTERY GOES DEAD IF THE BATTERY GOES DEAD Connecting the jumper cables The symptoms below indicate that the IMPORTANT: Set the ignition 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.
Page 179 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.
Page 180: If A Fuse Blows
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 Capacity Capacity system does not work, a fuse may be blown. circuit circuit Inspect the fuses. Front lights INSPECTING AND REPLACING THE FUSE Tail lights...
Page 181: Inspecting The Fusible Link
TROUBLESHOOTING IF A FUSE BLOWS INSPECTING THE FUSIBLE LINK If the machine is not turned on after turning the ignition switch to the ON position, the cartridge type fusible link (1) is likely blown. Open the rear door and inspect. If the fusible link is blown, please contact your sales or service dealer.
Page 182: Restarting After Adding Fuel
TROUBLESHOOTING RESTARTING AFTER ADDING FUEL RESTARTING AFTER ADDING FUEL BLEEDING AIR FROM THE FUEL SYSTEM WARNING Be sure to secure the rear door or radiator before working the inside. IMPORTANT: NEVER use the starter 4. Turn the ignition key to the ON position motor to crank the engine in order to and hold it for about 10 to 15 seconds.
Page 183: Error Code List
TROUBLESHOOTING ERROR CODE LIST ERROR CODE LIST On the multi-data display, ﬁve error codes are displayed (the leftmost code is the most recent error). If an error code appears on the multi-data display, inform your sales or service dealer of the code and ask for help.
Page 184: If A Warning Lamp Flashes
TROUBLESHOOTING IF A WARNING LAMP FLASHES 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 Battery charge...
Page 185 TROUBLESHOOTING IF A WARNING LAMP FLASHES Warning lamp Lamp name Causes and remedies Pilot line ﬁlter The hydraulic oil pilot line ﬁlter is clogged. warning lamp Stop the engine and replace the ﬁlter immediately. Continuing to operate the machine while the lamp is ﬂashing could damage the line ﬁlter and hydraulic equipment.
Page 186: Other Symptoms
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 control levers •...
Page 187 TROUBLESHOOTING OTHER SYMPTOMS Symptoms Major causes Remedies Hydraulic oil temperature is • Hydraulic oil level too low • Add up to the speciﬁed too high level. Refer to page 5-19. Starter motor turns but • Insufﬁcient fuel • Add fuel. engine does not start Refer to page 5-18.
Page 188: Lowering The Lift Arms To The Ground
TROUBLESHOOTING LOWERING THE LIFT ARMS TO THE GROUND LOWERING THE LIFT ARMS 3. Loosen the lock nut (3) while holding the adjusting screw (2) in place with a TO THE GROUND hexagonal wrench. 4. Turn the adjusting screw (2) slowly 1 and If the lift arms must be lowered to the ground 1/2 turns to lower the lift arms.
Page 189: Towing
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.
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Page 191: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS...
Page 192: Basic Speciﬁcations
SPECIFICATIONS BASIC SPECIFICATIONS BASIC SPECIFICATIONS Type Canopy MASS Operating mass kg (lb) Rubber tracks 3770 (8310) 3850 (8490) PERFORMANCE Heaped 0.351 (12.4) Bucker capacity (cu. ft.) (Standard bucket) Struck 0.260 (9.18) 7.4 (4.6) Travel speed km/h (mph) Rubber tracks 11.0 (6.84) Gradeability (degrees) Ground pressure...
Page 193 MEMO...
Page 194: Machine Dimensions
SPECIFICATIONS MACHINE DIMENSIONS MACHINE DIMENSIONS...
Page 195 SPECIFICATIONS MACHINE DIMENSIONS Unit: mm (inch) Standard bucket Item Rubber tracks Overall length 3430 (135.1) B Overall length (without bucket) 2740 (107.8) C Track base 1390 (54.7) D Overall height 2130 (83.9)/2235 (88.0)* Ground clearance of undercarriage 310 (12.1) Overall width (without bucket) 1580 (62.2) G Track shoe width 320 (12.6)
Page 196: Operating Ranges
SPECIFICATIONS OPERATING RANGES OPERATING RANGES...
Page 197 SPECIFICATIONS OPERATING RANGES Unit: mm (inch) Standard bucket Item Rubber tracks Maximum raised height of bucket 3905 (153.8) B Bucket hinge pin height 3030 (119.3) C Dumping clearance (at 45-degree forward tipping) 2370 (93.4) D Dumping reach (at 45-degree forward tipping) 730 (28.8) Minimum turning radius (bucket outside) 2080 (82.0)
Page 199: Options
OPTIONS...
Page 200: General Precautions
When removing or installing an attachment or optional part, take the Be sure to perform a test operation after an following precautions. • Consult with Takeuchi before installing optional or other special attachment has an optional attachment. been replaced. Inspect the hydraulic oil level •...
Page 201: Cautions When Operating Attachments
OPTIONS GENERAL PRECAUTIONS CAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING • Turning on slopes ATTACHMENTS • When a heavy attachment is installed, the braking time (distance a machine will travel from the point where its WARNING brakes are fully applied to when it Heavy attachments reduce stability of the comes to a complete stop) gets longer.
Page 202: Hydraulic Quick-Hitch
3. Tilt the quick-hitch (3) forward. For the installation and removal of the standard bucket provided by us, follow the procedure below. For the other attachments, consult Takeuchi or one of our service agents. Installation Before installing a bucket, clean the connecting sections of the bucket (1) and the quick-hitch (3) and their surrounding area.
Page 203 OPTIONS HYDRAULIC QUICK-HITCH Note: This device works as a safety device to prevent accidental activation of the attachment or hydraulic quick-hitch installed. When the attachment hoses are connected to the quick-coupler, the plate is pushed to turn on the switch, which prevents the hydraulic quick-hitch from being activated even when the lock/unlock switch on the hydraulic quick-hitch is pressed.
Page 204: Quick-Couplers
OPTIONS QUICK-COUPLERS QUICK-COUPLERS Releasing the Residual Pressure Connecting: Push the quick couplers tightly together and hold for ﬁve seconds; the WARNING pressure is automatically released as the Oil may spurt out if caps or ﬁlters are couplers are installed. removed or pipes are disconnected Disconnecting: Push the quick couplers before releasing the pressure in the tightly together and hold for ﬁve seconds;...
Page 205: Seat (With A Switch Function)
OPTIONS SEAT (WITH A SWITCH FUNCTION) SEAT (WITH A SWITCH FUNCTION) WARNING Do not lift your body off the seat while the machine is traveling. Doing so is dangerous; the lever lock and parking brake will be activated and the machine will stop abruptly.
Page 206: Optional Equipment Mass
OPTIONS OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT MASS OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT MASS Canopy Standard machine mass (Not including operator) 3695 (4125) 3775 (4400) OPTION High-ﬂow hydraulic device 60 (130) Air conditioner 35 (75) Hydraulic quick-hitch 20 (45) Units: kg (lb) *: Mass of optional equipment is added to the standard machine mass. *: This table only contains the optional equipment of 10 kg (20 lb) or more in mass.
Page 207 First Published June 2010 No.40085 Fifth Published May 2012 OPERATOR’S MANUAL TL230 Track loader Edited and issued by TAKEUCHI MFG. CO., LTD. Printed in Japan by STATION M Co., Ltd.
Page 208 EC directives. In case of any alteration of the machine not coordinated with us, this certiﬁcate loses its validity. Designation of the machine Crawler Skid-Steer Loader Manufacturer TAKEUCHI MFG. CO., LTD 205 Uwadaira, Sakaki-machi, Hanishina-gun, Nagano 389-0605, Japan Model TL230...

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