USER OPERATION AND

MAINTENANCE MANUAL

MINI EXCAVATOR

ViO38-6
Original manual

MUB33ENMA00100
28/09/2017
YANMAR CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT EUROPE
S.A.S. THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A YANMAR
MACHINE
Read this manual carefully to find out how to use and maintain your machine correctly.
If the safety rules are not respected, injury may be caused or the equipment may be damaged.
This manual must be considered as a permanent part of your machine and must not be separated
from the machine when you sell it.
This machine has been designed metrically. The measurements contained in this manual are also
metric.
Only use metric equipment and tools.
The right and left hand sides are determined by facing the forward movement direction.
The warranty is a part of the YANMAR product support programme for customers who use and
maintain their equipment as described in this manual. If the equipment has been used incorectly
or modifications have been made to transform its perfomances beyond the original factory speci­
fications, the warranty expires and the improvements on site under warranty are rejected. The
use of fuel beyond the specifications required or boosting the machines' engines will cancel the
warranty.
All the information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the la­
test product information available on publication. YANMAR reserves the right to modify the in­
formation and illustrations in this manual without notice. For any further information, please
contact your approved YANMAR dealer.
The images that appear in this booklet are provided for information purposes and may vary ac­
cording to each model.
WARNING
Never try to run or use this machine without having read and understood all the
applicable security messages contained in this manual.
Injury may be caused if the safety messages are not respected.
To ensure that this manual remains available for other users, always put it back in
its compartment when it is not being used.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The undersigned YANMAR C.E. Europe SAS, 25 rue de la Tambourine, 52115 ST-Dizier FRANCE states that the designated
machine:
Description - Generic name - Function - Model - Type - Serial number - Trade name

VIO38XX – ViO38-6 – MINI EXCAVATOR – ViO38-6 – VIO – XXXXXXXX – ViO38-6

Special equipment:
– XXXX
– XXXX

* complies with the provisions of the following European directivesand the national legislations implementing them.
• 2006/42 EC
• 2014/30 EU
• 97/68 EC
• 2004/26 EC
• 2000/14 EC+ 2005/88 EC

Procedures applied for conformity assessment are: NF EN ISO 3744;

NF ISO 6395

Notified Body: CETIM Centre Technique des Industries Mécaniques

52, avenue Félix Louat – BP 80067 – 60304 SENLIS Cedex
FRANCE

Net power output 18,5 kW * 2200 rpm

Measured sound pressure 93,9 dBA

Guaranteed sound pressure 94 dBA

Name and address of the person established in the European community, authorized to compile the technical file and transmit it in
whole or part to the public authorities in response to a reasonable request:
YANMAR C.E. Europe SAS – 25, rue de la Tambourine 52115 SAINT DIZIER CEDEX –FRANCE

* The following documents were used in the design of the machine:

- Harmonised standards:
EN 474–1; EN 474–5;

Done at Saint-Dizier, the XX/XX/XXXX

REFERENCE INFORMATION
Note information about your YANMAR machine here.
Always use these references for everything to do with your YANMAR machine.

Model name :
Machine serial number :
Serial number of the engine :
Your YANMAR dealer :
Address :
Telephone :
INTRODUCTION
This User and Maintenance Manual has been designed to provide you with important informa­
tion and the suggestions you need for safe and effective use of the machine.Read the manual be­
fore you use the machine to familiarise yourself with the operation, verification and
maintenance procedures and instructions.A serious accident may be caused if you do not respect
the precautions contained in this user manual or use any procedures that are not recommended.
DANGER
Incorrect use of the machine may cause serious injury or even death. Personnel in­
volved in using and maintaining the machine must familiarise themselves with the
content of this manual before carrying out a task.
• Do not start the machine before you have familiarised yourself with the content of this
manual.
• The personnel responsible for using the machine must keep this manual within easy reach
and consult it from time to time.
• If you lose or damage the manual, order a new one immediately from your dealer.
• When you sell the machine to another user, do not forget to pass on the manual at the same
time.
• YANMAR provides its customers with products that conform to the regulations and indus­
trial standards that apply in their respective countries. If you are using a YANMAR machine
that you have bought from a foreign company, you should be aware that certain safety mecha­
nisms may be missing from the machine. Consult your dealer to find out whether your ma­
chine complies with the regulations and industrial standards that apply in your country.
• Some of the machine's specifications may differ from those described in the manual be­
cause the machine's design and performances have been improved. If you have any comments
to make concerning the content of the manual, do not hesitate to consult your dealer.
• The important safety instructions are presented in this manual in sections:
– 1 Basic precautions, page 59
– 2 Usage precautions, page 64
Consult these pages and respect these safety instructions before starting up the machine.
• In this manual, the main product sections are designated as follows:

(1) Machine = whole product

(2) Equipment = part including the arm, the boom, the
bucket or any other accessory
(3) Basic machine = part comprising the upper structure
and the lower frame
SAFETY SIGNALS
The following signals are used in this manual to indicate the severity of the risks that may be en­
countered if the warnings concerning the product are not respected :
DANGER Dangerous situation imminent that may cause death or serious
injury.
WARNING Potentially dangerous situation likely to cause death or serious
injury.
CAUTION Potentially dangerous situation likely to cause slight or me­
dium-seriousness injury .
IMPORTANT Remarks or instructions to be respected to ensure the complete­
ly safe operation and maintenance of the machine.

WARNING
The operator of this machine must be competent and trained in its use.
WARNING
Never try to operate or repair the machine if you have not read and understood all
the applicable warnings and usage instructions contained in this manual and on the
safety signals on this machine. Physical injury may be caused if the safety instruc­
tions are not respected.
WARNING
Never modify the design of the machine or its engine.
Never remove or deactivate the protections or safety mechanisms installed.
Any unauthorised modification to the design or use of unauthorised accessories
may cause physical damage.
In addition, in that these actions would constitute an explicit violation of the terms of the YAN­
MAR Product Warranty, the applicable warranty would also become null and void.
TABLE OF CONTENT
A Description and illustration of the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1 Applications and regulations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.1 Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.2 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.3 Driving permits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.4 Lifting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2 Identification plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.1 Machine serial number plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.2 Engine serial number plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.3 EPA information plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.4 Spare parts order and intervention request. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3 Warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.1 Location of the warning adhesive labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.2 Explanation of the warning adhesive labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4 Identification of important parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.1 General view of the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.2 Commands and switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5 Description of the driving position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.1 Operator display station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.1.1 Indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.1.2 Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.1.3 Time counter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.1.4 Diesel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.1.5 Cooling fluid temperature indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.1.6 Preheating light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.1.7 Navigation keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.1.8 Information and error icons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.2 Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.2.1 Start key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.2.2 Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.2.3 Horn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.2.4 Windscreen wiper switch and windscreen wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.2.5 Ventilation switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.2.6 Engine rate setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.2.7 Engine slow down switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.2.8 Eco mode switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.2.9 Engine stop switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.2.10 2nd gear switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.2.11 Interior lighting switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.3 Joysticks and pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.3.1 Locking lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.3.2 Right command lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.3.3 3rd hydraulic circuit control (P.T.O. 1). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.3.4 Left command lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.3.5 Travel levers and pedals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
5.3.6 Blade lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5.3.7 Protection of pedals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.3.8 Boom rotation pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.4 Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.5 Driver's seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
 5.6 Seat support cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5.7 Location for the tools and user manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5.7.1 Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5.7.2 User manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5.8 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5.8.1 Fusebox. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5.9 Ash tray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
5.10 Cabin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
5.10.1 Cab side door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
5.10.2 Upper windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.10.3 Lower windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
5.10.4 Right hand cab window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
5.11 Headlights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
6 Operation of the air conditioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
7 Covers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
7.1 Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
7.2 Cover B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
7.3 Cover R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
7.4 Rear cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
8 Heating valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
9 Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
9.1 PTO line 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
9.2 Circuit breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
9.3 Lifting Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
9.3.1 Lifting ring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
9.3.2 Safety valves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
9.3.3 Overload switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
9.3.4 Lifting Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
9.4 Air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
9.5 Quick hitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
9.6 Mechanical quick hitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
9.6.1 Mechanical quick hitch RETROMATIC MORIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
9.6.2 Mechanical quick hitch CSERI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
B Operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
1 Basic precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
1.1 Comply with your workplace's safety rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
1.2 Put the safety mechanisms in place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
1.3 Wear suitable clothing and protective equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
1.4 Do not drive under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
1.5 Provide adequate ventilation when working in an enclosed space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
1.6 Protect plants from hot air and exhaust fumes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
1.7 Keep fuel and oil away from sparks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
1.8 Avoid removing the caps when the temperatures are high. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
1.9 Avoid crush injuries due to accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
1.10 Have an extinguisher and a first aid kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
1.11 Avoid any unauthorised modifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
1.12 Precautions for optional parts and tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
1.13 Warning concerning the cab windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
1.14 Cabin's emergency exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
1.15 Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
2 Usage precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
2.1 Precautions before starting the engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
2.1.1 Make sure that your workplace is safe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
 2.1.2 Clean the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
2.1.3 Check the safety structures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
2.1.4 Check the position of the blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
2.1.5 Accessing the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
2.1.6 Fasten your safety belt and adjust the rearview mirror(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
2.2 Movement precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
2.2.1 Machine's Danger Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
2.2.2 Movement and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
2.2.3 Driving the machine on a slope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
2.3 Working precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
2.3.1 Precautions for using the equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
2.3.2 Dangerous tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
2.3.3 Working near electricity lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
2.3.4 Working near obstacles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
2.3.5 Emergency stop and securing the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
2.3.6 Working on a slope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
2.3.7 Working in an area covered with snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
2.3.8 Working on unstable ground. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
2.3.9 Working in a submerged area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
2.3.10 Working in a muddy area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
2.3.11 Working in an area with reduced visibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
2.4 Parking precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
2.5 Precautions for the accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
2.6 Precautions for using optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
2.7 Precautions for the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
3 Precautions for the engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
4 Checks before starting the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
4.1 Overall visual inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
4.2 Checking and topping up the level of cooling fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
4.3 Checking and topping up the engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
4.4 Checking and topping up the fuel level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
4.5 Checking and topping up the hydraulic oil level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
5 Checks after start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
6 Checks after use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
7 Operator LCD display station interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
7.1 Indication of functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
7.2 User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
7.3 Maintenance interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
7.4 Machine usage management interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
7.5 Configuration interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
8 Using the machine in cold weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
8.1 Preparation for use in cold weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
8.2 Starting in cold weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
8.3 Precautions after use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
8.4 When cold weather is over . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
9 Rubber tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
9.1 Correct use of rubber tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
9.2 Comparison between rubber tracks / steel tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
9.3 Rubber track warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
9.4 Precautions for using rubber tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
9.5 Track maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
9.6 Track replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
10 Handling the bucket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
 10.1 Machine stability when using with a bucket or an accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
10.2 Compatible accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
10.3 Operation of the retro bucket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
10.4 Digging trenches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
10.5 Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
11 Handling of accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
11.1 Hydraulic hammer SOCOMEC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
12 Accessory change by direct coupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
12.1 Dismantling the accessory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
12.2 Mounting the accessory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
12.2.1 Loading bucket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
13 Load lifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
14 Implementing the 3rd hydraulic circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
14.1 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
14.1.1 3rd circuit selector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
14.2 Mounting the accessory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
14.3 Precautions for using the accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
15 Transporting the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
15.1 Loading/unloading the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
15.1.1 Precautions for loading/unloading the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
15.1.2 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
15.2 Immobilising the machine on the truck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
15.3 Tying down the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
15.4 Slinging the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
16 Detecting anomalies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
16.1 Phenomena that do not constitute faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
16.2 Detecting anomalies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
16.2.1 Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
16.2.2 Electrical equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
16.2.3 Machine structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
17 If the battery is discharged. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
17.1 Precautions for connecting and disconnecting the starter cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
17.2 Connecting the starter cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
17.3 Starting the engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
17.4 Disconnecting the starter cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
17.5 Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
18 Towing the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
C Periodic maintenance programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
1 Periodic inspections and upkeeps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
2 Maintenance precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
2.1 Precautions before maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
2.1.1 Removing the residual pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
2.1.2 Place a warning label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
2.1.3 Establish a safety perimeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
2.1.4 Keep the machine clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
2.2 Precautions during maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
2.2.1 Oil and grease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
2.2.2 Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
2.2.3 Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
2.2.4 Dismantling the accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
2.2.5 Working under the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
2.2.6 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
2.2.7 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
 2.2.8 Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
2.2.9 Radiator ventilator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
2.2.10 Soldering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
2.2.11 Waste processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
3 Recommended greases and fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
4 First maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
4.1 After the first 50 hours of service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
4.2 After the first 250 hours of service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
5 List of periodic inspections and maintenance operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
6 Maintenance by the operator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
6.1 Daily maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
6.1.1 Checking the machine before use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
6.1.2 Checks after using the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
6.1.3 Checking the commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
6.1.4 Checking the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
6.1.5 Greasing points. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
6.1.6 Cleaning the separator/decanter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
6.1.7 Purging the fuel tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
6.1.8 Checking the hydraulic hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
6.1.9 Visual inspection of the fuel hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
6.2 Maintenance every 50 hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
6.2.1 Greasing the pin and rotation crown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
6.3 Maintenance every 15 days . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
6.3.1 Checking the air conditioning/heating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
6.4 Non periodic maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
6.4.1 Fuse replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
6.4.2 Top up the windscreen washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
6.4.3 Replacing the windscreen wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
6.4.4 Accessory state check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
6.5 Rubber track maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
6.5.1 Checking the condition of the tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
6.5.2 Track replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
6.5.3 Tension check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
6.5.4 Increasing the tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
6.5.5 Releasing the tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
6.6 Steel track maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
6.6.1 Checking the condition of the tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
6.6.2 Track replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
6.6.3 Tension check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
6.6.4 Increasing the tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
6.6.5 Releasing the tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
7 Maintenance by the dealer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
D Conservation and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
1 Conservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
2 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
3 Recommissioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
E Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
2 Working dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
3 Noise emitted by the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
4 Vibrations emitted by the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
F Lifting capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
 1 Lifting ViO38-6 Canopy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
2 Lifting Cabin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Appendices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
A List of error codes displayed on the operator display station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
B Control sheets to be photocopied . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
C Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
D Lashing record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
A Description and illustration
of the machine
CHAPTER COVERED IN THIS PART:
1 APPLICATIONS AND REGULATIONS
2 IDENTIFICATION PLATES
3 WARNING LABELS
4 IDENTIFICATION OF IMPORTANT PARTS
5 DESCRIPTION OF THE DRIVING POSITION
6 OPERATION OF THE AIR CONDITIONING
7 COVERS
8 HEATING VALVE
9 OPTIONS

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1 APPLICATIONS AND REGULATIONS
1.1 Applications
The machine is designed to carry out the following tasks:
• Excavation
• Ground levelling
• Shovelling
• Trench digging and ridging
• Loading
• Lifting (optional)
CAUTION
The machine must not be used for any tasks that are not covered.
CAUTION
It is forbidden to transport or lift people with the machine.

1.2 Warranty
Refer to the maintenance book.

1.3 Driving permits

Before using this machine, check the requirements applicable to its use concerning the driving
permits. Respect all applicable laws. See your dealer for questions about usage permits.

1.4 Lifting
• Using the machine as a hoist is subject to the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC for mem­
bers of the European Community, and to the legislations specific to each country for states
outside the EC. YANMAR CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT EUROPE S.A.S. declines all
responsibility for any use of the machine that does not respect the instructions in this
regulation.
• Consult your YANMAR dealer for more information about the lifting function.

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2 IDENTIFICATION PLATES
2.1 Machine serial number plate

The machine's serial number plate is

located on the rotating frame, as
shown opposite.
Never remove this plate for any
reason.

1 = Model name
2 = Type (Machine Category )
3 = Date of manufacture of the
machine
4 = Transport weight
(Machine weight without operator,
equipped with a standard bucket and
tanks topped off)
5 = Weight of the machine
(with operator +75 kg)
6 = Serial number and engine power
7 = Machine serial number

2.2 Engine serial number plate

The engine's serial number plate is located on the top of

the lifting arm lever cover and on the adhesive label lo­
cated inside the bonnet. Never remove this plate for any
reason.

2.3 EPA information plate

The EPA information plate is attached to the engine. Never remove this plate for any reason.

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 2 Identification plates

2.4 Spare parts order and intervention request

When you order spare parts or call for an inervention,

tell your dealer the model name, the serial number of the
machine and the serial number of the engine and the
number of hours displayed on the time counter.

1 = Time counter

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3 WARNING LABELS
• Several safety messages are configured on the machine.The description and location of all
the safety messages are provided in this chapter. Check regularly to see whether all the messa­
ges are in the correct location and are legible.
• If an adhesive label is missing, damaged or illegible, replace it straight away. In the same
way, if an adhesive label is on a part that has been replaced, add a new adhesive label to the
new part.
• Contact your YANMAR dealer to obtain new adhesive labels. The part code number is
clearly indicated on each label.

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 3 Warning labels

3.1 Location of the warning adhesive labels

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3 Warning labels

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 3 Warning labels

3.2 Explanation of the warning adhesive labels

Machine's Danger Zone

2.2 Movement precautions, page 68
1
2.2.1 Machine's Danger Zone, page 68
2.2.4 Dismantling the accessory, page 134

Pressurised product. Read the user manual.

2 6.5 Rubber track maintenance, page 146
6.6 Steel track maintenance, page 151
Read the user manual.
3 2 Usage precautions, page 64
2.1.5 Accessing the machine, page 67

Do not remove the protective casings while the machine is running.

4
2.2.9 Radiator ventilator, page 135

Pressurised elements. Do not unscrew while the liquid is hot.

5 1.8 Avoid removing the caps when the temperatures are
high, page 61

Hot surfaces.
6
4.3 Checking and topping up the engine oil level, page 83

Transporting the machine

7 15.3 Tying down the machine, page 115
15.4 Slinging the machine, page 117

8 5.3.1 Locking lever, page 27

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3 Warning labels

Measured sound pressure

9
3 Noise emitted by the machine, page 165

10 4.4 Checking and topping up the fuel level, page 84

Hydraulic oil
11 4.5 Checking and topping up the hydraulic oil level, page 85
3 Recommended greases and fluids, page 136

Tie-down and slinging plans for the machine

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15 Transporting the machine, page 113

Using a grease pump, grease the pin and the rotation crown at the
13 greasers indicated with arrows on the figure opposite.
6.2.1 Greasing the pin and rotation crown, page 144

This sticker describes the operation of the machine controls and their
location relative to the operator seat.
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= Options
5.3 Joysticks and pedals, page 26
Filler holes for various reservoirs on the machine and track tension
system.

15 3 Recommended greases and fluids, page 136

6.5 Rubber track maintenance, page 146
6.6 Steel track maintenance, page 151
Use this valve to select the 3rd hydralulic circuit in single or dual
16 effect.
14.1.1 3rd circuit selector, page 111

Scheduled maintenance points of the machine (lubrication, filters...)

17 1 Periodic inspections and upkeeps, page 129
6.1.5 Greasing points, page 142

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 3 Warning labels

Always fasten your safety belt and adjust it before starting the
machine.
18
2.1.6 Fasten your safety belt and adjust the rearview
mirror (s), page 67

Fusebox
19
5.8 Fuses, page 34

To switch to 2nd gear, press the switch on the blade lever. The 2nd
20 gear indicator lights on the LCD monitor.
5.2.10 2nd gear switch, page 25

Interference between the bucket and the machine.

21
10.2 Compatible accessories, page 102

Circuit breaker:
22 This switch is used to disconnect the battery directly.
9.2 Circuit breaker, page 49

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3 Warning labels

Cabin's emergency exit

23
1.14 Cabin's emergency exit, page 63

The maximum weight when in use in bucket mode or with accesso­

ries that ensures machine dynamic stability in use. It corresponds to
the maximum weight allowed at the end of the empty arm.

24 10.1 Machine stability when using with a bucket or an

accessory, page 100
Lifting capacities
F Lifting capacities, page 167

Before transporting the machine, check the total height of the load.
25
15.3 Tying down the machine, page 115

The air conditioning system contains fluorinated greenhouse gases.

26
1.15 Air conditioning system, page 63

27 Reflective strips make the machine more visible in the dark.

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4 IDENTIFICATION OF IMPORTANT PARTS
4.1 General view of the machine

A = Right
B = Left
C = Front
D = Rear
1 = Blade
2 = Boom cylinder
3 = Bucket
4 = Axes
5 = Bucket link
6 = Arm
7 = Bucket cylinder
8 = Arm cylinder
9 = Boom
10 = Locking lever
11 = Sprocket wheel
12 = Support roller
13 = Track roller
14 = Idle wheel
15 = Canopy
16 = Boom headlamp
17 = Boom base
18 = Boom rotation cylinder
19 = Track
20 = Blade cylinder

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 4 Identification of important parts

4.2 Commands and switches

1 = Driver's seat 9 = Operator display station

2 = Left command lever 10 = Blade lever
3 = Locking lever 11 = Engine rate control
4 = Foot rest 12 = Start key
5 = Side movement pedals 13 = Switches
6 = Boom rotation pedal 14 = Cup holder
7 = Slide movement levers 15 = Options
8 = Right command lever

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5 DESCRIPTION OF THE DRIVING POSITION
This section describes the different command mechanisms necessary to operate the machine. In
order to work in complete safety and comfort, it is vital that you understand how to operate and
use these mechanisms.

5.1 Operator display station

• When the starter key is in ON position, the lights come on and the alarm sounds. If one of
the indicators does not light, its lamp is blown or its sensor faulty.
• All the lights go off after the engine is started. If a problem occurs when starting, a light co­
mes on and the alarm sounds.
WARNING
When an indicator light comes on and the alarm sounds during operation, stop the
engine immediately and follow the steps recommended in this manual.

1 = Indicator lights
2 = Clock
3 = Time counter
4 = Diesel gauge
5 = Cooling fluid temperature indicator
6 = Menu change
7 = Information and error icons
8 = Indication of functions
9 = Keys F1 to F4

For the advanced features on the operator display station:

7 Operator LCD display station interfaces, page 90

5.1.1 Indicator lights

Warning light Alert light Information symbol

Hydraulic oil
temperature gauge

Increased speed Battery charge warning Engine oil pressure

alert alert indicator

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 5 Description of the driving position

a. Warning light

If the warning light flashes and the alarm sounds continuously, immediately stop
using the machine. After stopping the machine, check the error details and take
corrective measures.

b. Alert light

If the alert light blinks and the alarm sounds intermittently, stop the machine as
soon as possible. After stopping the machine, take the necessary corrective
measures.

c. Information symbol

The information indicator will flash to indicate the presence of information such
as maintenance indications. Press F4 to view the details.

d. Hydraulic oil temperature gauge

This indicator lights only at startup and it does not have any function on this
machine.

e. Travel speed indicator

Increased speed
This indicator shows that the 2nd gear is engaged.

f. Battery charge warning alert

• If the battery is not correctly charged, the warning light will come on.
• In this case, check the battery charge circuit.
• If you detect any faults, contact your dealer.

g. Engine oil pressure alert indicator

If the engine oil pressure is abnormal, the warning light comes on and the buzzer
sounds. In this case, shut down the engine
16.2.1 Engine, page 119

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 5 Description of the driving position

5.1.2 Clock

• The clock displays the current time.

• The time can be displayed in 12-hour (AM/PM) or
24-hour format.

1 = Clock

5.1.3 Time counter

• The time counter indicates the number of hours for

which the machine has been working.
• Reading this time counter will help you define the
intervals between maintenance operations.
• When the engine is running, the time counter per­
manently records the time even if the machine is not
1 = Time counter being used.
• The time counter records "1" for one hour without
considering the engine rotation speed.
• The decimal to the far right records"1" for 0.1 hours
(6 minutes).

5.1.4 Diesel gauge

• The diesel gauge operates when the starter key is in

ON position. It indicates the level of diesel in the
tank.
• When the gauge reaches the two indicators near the
symbol "Empty" (the leftmost cubes), fill up as soon
as possible.
= Full Note
= Empty The gauge indication is affected by the level of
machine tilt.

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5 Description of the driving position

5.1.5 Cooling fluid temperature indicator

• It indicates the temperature of the engine cooling

fluid. The normal temperature is close to zone (1) dur­
ing normal operation.
• If the temperature of this coolant reaches the limit
(2) during working, then slow the engine down and
wait for it to return to normal.
C = cold • When the engine is cold, top up with cooling fluid
H = hot following the procedure described in chapter
4.2 Checking and topping up the level of
cooling fluid, page 82

5.1.6 Preheating light

• When the start switch is in the ON position and pre­

heat the symbol appears on the monitor screen, hold
the key in the ON position until the symbol is no lon­
ger displayed.

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5.1.7 Navigation keys

Keys F1 to F4
• Use these buttons to launch the operations corres­
ponding to the icons displayed above the function in­
dicator bar.
7.1 Indication of functions, page 90
Menu change
1 = Keys F1 to F4
• Press the "Menu Change" button to access the
2 = Indication of functions
main menu.
3 = Menu change 7 Operator LCD display station
interfaces, page 90

5.1.8 Information and error icons

Date and time setting indicator

• The time and date must be set from the settings screen.
Note
If the battery in the machine is removed, the date and time settings
will be reset.
7 Operator LCD display station interfaces, page 90

Maintenance notice

• This icon indicates on the basis of the machine's accumulated hours of

use that the maintenance period for an maintenance object has been reac­
hed. Required maintenance must be performed after referring to the main­
tenance section of this manual.
• When the maintenance has been performed, the accumulation of mainte­
nance time must be reset from the maintenance interface.
1 Periodic inspections and upkeeps, page 129

Engine oil pressure alert indicator

• If the engine oil pressure is abnormal, the warning light comes on and
the buzzer sounds. In this case, shut down the engine
16.2.1 Engine, page 119

Fuel level

• This icon indicates a low fuel level in the tank.

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Battery charge warning alert

• If the battery is not correctly charged, the warning light will come on.
• In this case, check the battery charge circuit.
• If you detect any faults, contact your dealer.

Water temperature alarm light

• When the starter key is in ON position, the light comes on and goes off
a few seconds later.
• If the temperature rises abnormally during operation, the light comes on
and the alarm sounds indicating that the engine is overheating.
1. Slow the engine for a while then shut it down.
2. When the engine is cold, top up with cooling fluid following the pro­
cedure described in chapter
4.2 Checking and topping up the level of cooling fluid, page 82

Engine stop icon

• If the control panel displays this icon alternately with another icon, stop
the engine immediately.
Take the necessary corrective measures.

Error icon

• This icon indicates an error other than those described above.

• Refer to the list of error codes to identify the problem and contact your
dealer.

Other errors
• In case of problems on the machine different from that already described, if the warning
light is flashing and the STOP icon appears on the operator display station as well an error
code, stop the machine immediately and contact your dealer.

A List of error codes displayed on the operator display station, page 172

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5.2 Switches

1 = Start key 7 = Eco mode switch

2 = Horn 8 = Engine slow down switch
3 = 2nd gear switch 9 = Ventilation switch (for cab)
4 = Engine rate setting 10 = Interior lighting switch (for cab)
5 = Windscreen wiper switch and windscreen 11 = Engine stop switch
wiper
6 = Headlight switch

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5.2.1 Start key

IMPORTANT
The machine is fitted with an electrical safety system. If the locking levers are not
in safety position, the engine cannot start.
• Use this command to start and stop the engine.

1 = AIR HEATER
2 = OFF
3 = ON
4 = START

OFF position = shutdown Turn the key to OFF position to switch off the engine
and disconnect the electrical circuit.
ON position = operation Turn the key to the ON position to turn on the power
circuit and the charging circuit. Keep the key in this po­
sition while the engine is running.
When the start switch is in the ON position and preheat
the symbol appears on the monitor screen, hold the key
in the ON position until the symbol is no longer
displayed.

START position = startup Turn the key to START position to start the engine. Re­
lease the key after the engine starts and it will return it­
self to ON position.
WARNING
To protect the starter and battery :
• Do not keep the ignition key more than
10 seconds in the START position.
• If the engine does not start, move the
ignition key to the OFF position and wait
30 seconds before trying to start the
engine.

5.2.2 Headlight switch

• ON = The headlights come on.

• OFF = The headlights switch off.
IMPORTANT
Do not leave the headlights switched on when
the engine is not running. The battery will dis­
charge and the engine will be unable to start.

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5.2.3 Horn

• Press the switch at the top of the right joystick to

activate the horn.
1 = Horn

5.2.4 Windscreen wiper switch and windscreen wiper

• This switch is used both for the windscreen wipers

and the washer.
1 = The windscreen wipers work.
2 = Press the switch to spray wiper fluid onto the
windscreen.
OFF = The windscreen wipers stop.
• Check the windscreen washer fluid level daily.

IMPORTANT
Do not press the washer command when the washer tank is empty as this may damage the
pump.
Using windscreen wipers on a dry windscreen may damage the glass. Only use the wind­
screen wipers when the windscreen is wet.
The windscreen wiper blade may freeze in cold weather. Do not try to activate it if it is fro­
zen as this may damage the windscreen wiper motor.

5.2.5 Ventilation switch

• Use this switch to evacuate the air from the cab.

Press the switch to select the ventilator speed.
• The selector is used to select the air volume by
selecting :
– OFF = Ventilator stopped.
– 1 = Reduced ventilator speed.
– 2 = High ventilator speed.

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5.2.6 Engine rate setting

• Turn the switch to the left to decrease the engine

speed.
• Turn it clockwise to increase engine speed.

5.2.7 Engine slow down switch

• Use this switch to automatically reduce engine speed.
• When the auto-idle switch is ON and the machine controls are in neutral, the engine speed
is automatically reduced after 4 seconds.
• If you use the machine controls, the engine speed will automatically returns to the speed
set by the engine speed knob.

ON = Auto-idler activated The indicator light is on.

OFF = Auto-idler deactivated The light is off.

5.2.8 Eco mode switch

• This switch is used to reduce fuel consumption by

reducing the engine rate.
ON = eco mode activated. The indicator light is on.
OFF = eco mode deactivated. The light is off.

5.2.9 Engine stop switch

• If the engine does not stop when the ignition key

is set to "OFF", set this switch to "STOP". After
stopping the engine, make sure you put the engine
stop switch to the "NORMAL" position.
• When this switch is set to "STOP", the engine can
not be started. Also, make sure to position the igni­
1 = STOP tion key to the "OFF" position to avoid draining the
battery.
2 = Normal

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5.2.10 2nd gear switch

• To switch to 2nd gear, press the switch on the

blade lever. The 2nd gear indicator lights on the
LCD monitor.
1 = 2nd gear switch
• Press the second gear switch again to return to
normal speed. The light goes out.

5.2.11 Interior lighting switch

ON = The lighting is activated.

OFF = The lighting is desactivated.
Auto = At the opening of the door, a timer switches the
interior lights on for 15 seconds. The interior light auto­
matically turns off when the cabin door is closed.

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5.3 Joysticks and pedals

1 = Locking lever
2 = Right command lever
3 = Proportional roller P.T.O. 1
4 = Left command lever
5 = Travel levers and pedals
6 = Blade lever
7 = Protection of pedals
8 = Boom rotation pedal

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5.3.1 Locking lever

• The machine is equipped with locking lever(s) controling the hydraulic security system.
• When raising the locking lever to operate the security system, the lever stand raises for an
easier access to the driving position.
• In locked position, the security system condemn the control devices of the machine.

WARNING
The blade movement is not secured by the locking lever, even when the latter is in the
locked position.

1 = Locking lever
2 = Left hand side

WARNING
Make sure the security system is operating when accessing the machine or leaving the
operator's seat.

WARNING
The movement relationship between the command lever mechanism and the equipment
movements thay produce are described in detail in this manual. To avoid any accidents
due to handling errors, it is prohibited to modify the hydraulic circuit when reconnecting
the hydraulic cylinder hoses and valves.

5.3.2 Right command lever

• The right hand command lever is used to handle the boom and the bucket.
Handling the boom
1 = Right command lever

Handling the bucket

1 = Right command lever

• When you release the lever, it returns to neutral position and the respective movements
stop.

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5.3.3 3rd hydraulic circuit control (P.T.O. 1)

P.T.O. switch
• Use the proportional roller to adapt the dual effect P.T.O. rate.
14 Implementing the 3rd hydraulic circuit, page 111

1 = Proportional roller
Dual action accessory (tilt bucket, auger, etc.) : ope­
rate only the proportional roller.

5.3.4 Left command lever

• The left hand joystick is used to control the arm movements and the rotation of the upper
part.
Handling the arm
1 = Left command lever

Rotation of the upper part

1 = Left command lever

• When you release the lever, it returns to neutral position and the respective movements
stop.
• Por the machines with a 4th hydraulic circuit, this is controlld using the switch placed on
the left hand command lever.

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5.3.5 Travel levers and pedals

DANGER
Incorrect use of the machine may cause serious injury or even death. Personnel involved
in using and maintaining the machine must familiarise themselves with the content of
this manual before carrying out a task.
WARNING
Before handling the travel levers, check whether the machine is in normal or reverse po­
sition. The machine is in the normal position when the blade is on the same side as the
work equipment.
If the machine is in the reverse position, the displacement levers must be handled in re­
verse to move forward and backward.

Normal position Opposite position

1 = Blade

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• To move the machine forward, push the travel le­

vers, or press the back of the pedals.
To move the machine backwards, pull the travel le­
vers, or press the back of the travel pedals.

• To turn to the left with the machine moving:

1. Position the travel levers forward or rearward.
2. Turn the travel lever left into neutral to turn the
machine.
To turn right, do the same thing with the right travel
lever.

• To turn to the left with the machine stopped:

1. Position the travel levers in the neutral position.
2. Push the right travel lever to rotate forward or
pull the right travel lever to turn backwards.
To turn right, do the same thing with the left travel
lever.

• To make a rotating turn of the machine to the left:

1. Position the travel levers in the neutral position.
2. Push the right travel lever forward and pull the
left travel lever rearward.
To make a rotating turn of the machine to the right,
reverse the operation of the levers.

5.3.6 Blade lever

• Use this lever to command the blade.

• Push the lever forward to lower the blade.
• Pull the lever back to raise the blade.
• If the lever is released, it return to neutral position
and the blade remains in its position.
1 = Blade lever • Use the switch on the blade lever to switch to se­
cond gear.
5.2.10 2nd gear switch, page 25

WARNING
The blade movement is not secured by the locking lever, even when the latter is in
the locked position.
Do not operate the blade lever when you are not using it.

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5.3.7 Protection of pedals

• Fold the protection to lock the pedal. It may then be

used as a foot rest.
WARNING
To avoid the risk of any inappropriate or involuntary
use, always place the pedals in locked position when
they are not being used.

5.3.8 Boom rotation pedal

• Use this pedal to pivot the boom to the left or right.

A = Rotate right: press right

B = Rotate left: press left
N = If the pedal is released, it returns to the neutral po­
sition and the boom keeps its position.

5.4 Power socket

• The intake works when the ignition key is in the

ON position.Appliances up to 12V-120W (10A) may
be connected.
1 = Lid
2 = Power socket

IMPORTANT
Always close the lid if the plug is not used to seal for dust.
Prolonged use when the engine is switched off may damage the battery.

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5.5 Driver's seat

• Adjust the seat position so that the driver can operate the controls easily and comfortably.
Note
The seat adjustment controls vary according to the type of seat installed in the
machine.
WARNING
Do not adjust the seat position when you are working on the machine; adjust it before
you start.
Always fasten your safety belt and adjust it before starting the machine.

Seat position adjustment

• Pull the lever (1) to move the seat forward and

back.

• Pull the strap to adjust the seat back hinge.

Suspension adjustment

1. Turn the key to the ON position to turn on the po­

wer circuit and the charging circuit.
2. The seat suspension (4) can be adjusted according
to the weight of the driver:
• Firm suspension
• Flexible suspension

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5.6 Seat support cover

This cover gives access to the alternator belt and the engine nameplates.
Opening the cover

1. Loosen the two screws securing the front of the

seat support.
2. Pull the seat lever to move the seat forwards as far
as possible.
3. Remove the three screws securing the rear of the
seat support.
4. Raise the seat via the front, and use the rod to lock
it in the raised position.

1 = Rod

Closing the cover

1. Raise the seat slightly to release the rod.
2. Lower the seat.
3. Reinstall the five screws and tighten to secure the seat support.

5.7 Location for the tools and user manual

5.7.1 Toolkit

• The toolkit location is on the left-hand side of the

machine.
• Keep the toolkit in the compartment provided for
the purpose.

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5.7.2 User manual

• The location for the user manual is under the dri­

ver's seat.
1 = Storage box cover
2 = User manual

5.8 Fuses

• The fuses protect the equipment and the electrical

cabling against a surge. In case of a bad contact, or if
the electrical system does not work when the key is
on, replace the faulty fuse with a fuse in good
condition.
6.4.1 Fuse replacement, page 145
• The general supply fuses are located beside the bat­
tery under cover R.
• The fusebox is underneath the driver's seat.
1 = Storage box cover
2 = Fusebox
3 = General supply fuses

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5.8.1 Fusebox
before serial number YMRVIO33VHYJ60505

Symbol Fuse capacity Circuit name

A 5 Operator display station (1)

B 10 Engine Electronic Control Unit (ECU)

Options (2)
C 5
Fleet management system SMART-ASSIST

Windscreen wiper motor

D 30 Cab headlight
Rear light

E 15 Cabin power supply

F 15 Windscreen wiper

G 30 Heating / Air conditioning

Interior lighting
H 5
Radio
I 10 Electronic Control Unit (ECU), Hydraulic pump

J 5 Operator display station (2)

Options (1)
K 5
Electronic Control Unit (ECU), Hydraulic pump

Immobilizer
L 5
Starter

M 5 Engine

P.T.O.1
N 5 Movement alarm
Eco mode

O 15 Quick hydraulic hitch

Power socket
P 30
Seat pump

Q 30 Headlights

R 10 Safety relay

S 20
T 30
Spare fuses
U 10
V 5

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from serial number YMRVIO33VHYJ60505

Symbol Fuse capacity Circuit name

A 20 Options (2)

B 20 P.T.O.

C 20 Safety relay

D 5 Engine (2)

Power socket
E 30
Seat pump

F 20 Headlights

G 20 Cabin power supply (2)

H 20 Windscreen wiper

I 5 Starter

Options (2)
J 5
Immobilizer

Options (1)
K 5
Immobilizer

L 30 Heating / Air conditioning

M 5 Fleet management system SMART-ASSIST

N 5 Electronic Control Unit (ECU), Hydraulic pump

Engine (1)
O 10
Engine Electronic Control Unit (ECU)

P 5 Operator display station

Q 5 Cabin power supply (1)

R 10 Options (1)

S 20
T 30
Spare fuses
U 10
V 5

General supply fuses

Symbol Fuse capacity Circuit name

A 60A Main circuit

B 50A Starter

C 40A Glow plugs

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5.9 Ash tray

• Pull the ash tray to open it. Close it again when it is

not being used.
• To empty and clean it, press on the two ends and
pull it towards you. To put it back, slide it into its
housing, keeping it flat.

A = Ash tray

WARNING
Do not place any flammable products in the ash tray.

5.10 Cabin
CAUTION
The upper and lower parts of the windscreen can be opened. The opening and clo­
sure of the windscreen must be secured with the safety levers in order to avoid any
sudden, unplanned closure which may cause injuries:
Do not pass your hand or head through the open door or windscreen.

1 = Upper windscreen
2 = Side door
3 = Lower windscreen

CAUTION
Place the locking lever(s) in locked position to avoid any unplanned operation of
the joysticks when handling the windscreen.

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5.10.1 Cab side door

1 = Exterior handle
2 = Key
3 = Interior handle

a. Opening and closing of the door

From the exterior

• To open the door :
1. Insert the key into the lock.
2. Turn the key anti-clockwise to unlock the door.
3. Pull the exterior handle to open the door.
• To close the door :
Slam the door and turn the key clockwise to lock it.
From the interior
• Pull the interior handle to open the door.

b. Locking the door

• The door lock is used to hold the door open during the machine operation.
To lock the door:
1. Open the door.
2. Push the door against the outer side of the cabin
for engaging the cylindrical lock.
To unlock the door:
1 = Cylindrical lock 1. Push the handle to release the cylindrical lock.
2 = Handle 2. Close the door with the handle.

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5.10.2 Upper windscreen

Opening of the upper part of the windscreen

1. Grasp the handles and push the levers to the right and
left of the window until you hear a click for them to
unlock.
A = Handle
B = Lever

2. Remount the top part of the windscreen and drag it

backwards until it positions itself under the ceiling.

WARNING
Open the windshield carefully to avoid bump­
ing your head.

3. Lock it is using the safety lock located to the right and

left of the ceiling.
A = Safety lock

Closure of the upper part of the windscreen

1. Grasp the handles and push the levers to the right and
left of the window until you hear a click for them to
unlock.
A = Handle
2. Slowly lower the windscreen holding the handles.
3. Lock it using the safety lock to the right and left of the
window.

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5.10.3 Lower windscreen

CAUTION
Place the locking lever(s) in locked position to avoid any unplanned operation of
the joysticks when handling the windscreen.
Opening of the lower part of the windscreen
IMPORTANT
Open and close the lower part of the windscreen only afte r the upper part has been
housed under the ceiling.

1. Lift the lower part of the windscreen using both

hands.
2. Store it in the compartment provided on the rear
left hand side of the cab.
Note
Immobilise it by inserting it into the safety
mechanisms.

Closure of the lower part of the windscreen

1. Press the upper part of each lock to take the wind­

screen out of its compartment.
2. Put the lower part of the windscreen in its place.
3. Lower the lower windscreen.

5.10.4 Right hand cab window

1. Press the latch.

2. Open the right hand cab window by sliding it in the
direction indicated by the arrows.

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5.11 Headlights

WARNING
The headlight becomes very hot when it is operating. Never touch it with your bare
hands before it has cooled down to avoid any risk of burning.
Boom headlamp Cab headlight (Options)

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6 OPERATION OF THE AIR CONDITIONING
1 = Operating switch
2 = Ventilator switch: sets the ventilator
speed.
3 = Temperature switch: allows setting the de­
sired temperature.
4 = Air diffusers
5 = Air recycling lever

WARNING
Ice may form on the air intake if the air conditioning is running. This is normal and comes
from the condensation of water particles suspended in the air.
After long exposure to heat, run the air conditioning while opening the cab door and win­
dow to facilitate the circulation of air.
Correctly adjust the temperature; if it is too low it may be bad for health.
If the air circulates with difficulty in the cab, or if the air conditioning is ineffective, stop it
immediately (switch to OFF) and contact your dealer. Use under abnormal conditions may
damage the installation.
Every week, run the air conditioning at least once for a few minutes ; this will help to keep
the installation in good condition.

1. Activate the operating switch.

IMPORTANT
Only start up the air conditioning after starting
the machine to avoid overloading the thermal mo­
tor on start-up.
1 = Operating switch
2. Set the ventilator selector switch to the desired
2 = Ventilator switch position.
3 = Temperature switch 3. Set the temperature ventilator selector switch to
the desired position.
Note
When the switch is at OFF, the light is off
and the compressor does not work, even if
the operating switch is at ON.
4. Adjust the air output by turning the air vents. It is
useful to start up the ventilator to create an over-
pressure inside the cab; in this way it will be more
difficult for dust to enter the cab when you are
working.

A = Grill

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Air recycling

1 = Air recycling lever

= The exterior air is cooled down or heated and in­
troduced into the cab.
= The cab air is cooled down or heated up then re-
expelled into the cab.

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7 COVERS
1 = Bonnet
2 = Cover B
3 = Cover R
4 = Rear cover

7.1 Bonnet
• Under the bonnet you find:
– the expansion flask
– the engine oil gauge
– the engine oil tank orifice
WARNING
Do not open the bonnet during machine operation. Verification and topping up of the va­
rious levels should be done when the engine is stopped and the temperatures are brought
back down.

Opening the cover

1. Insert the starter key into the lock.

2. Turn the key counterclockwise.
3. Pull the exterior handle to open the bonnet.

1 = Handle
2 = Key

Closing the cover

1. Lift the the rod to release it.

2. Close the cover.
3. Press on it until you hear a click.
4. Turn the key clockwise to activate the lock.

3 = Rod

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7.2 Cover B
• Under cover B are:
– the cooling fluid tank filling hole
– the fuel tank
– the hydraulic oil tank opening cap
Opening the cover

1. Insert the starter key into the lock.

2. Turn the key counterclockwise.
3. Pull the exterior handle to open the bonnet.
4. Lock the cover using the rod.

1 = Exterior handle
2 = Key

Closing the cover

1. Lift the cover slightly and press the rod to release

it.
2. Close the cover.
3. Press on it until you hear a click.
4. Turn the key clockwise to activate the lock.
a = Rod

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7.3 Cover R
• Under cover R are:
– the battery
– radiator
Opening the cover

1. Open the bonnet with the ignition key.

2. Pull the handle to unlock the safety mechanism.
1 = Bonnet
2 = Handle

3. Lock the cover using the rod.

3 = Rod

Closing the cover

1. Lift the the rod to release it.
2. Secure the rod in its stowage space.
3. Close the cover.

7.4 Rear cover

• According to the machine configuration, the rear cover conceals either the windscreen was­
her tank, the condenser for the air conditioning system, or a storage space.
Opening the cover

1. Insert the starter key into the lock.

2. Turn the key counterclockwise.
3. Pull the exterior handle to open the bonnet.

1 = Handle
2 = Key

Closing the cover

1. Close the cover.
2. Turn the key clockwise to activate the lock.

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8 HEATING VALVE
WARNING
At operating temperature, the engine components are red hot and may cause burns.
If the operator wishes to ventilate the passenger cabin by stopping the heating function, do the
following:

1. Perform the machine's parking

operations.
2. Stop the engine by turning the key from
ON position to OFF position.
3. Open the bonnet with the ignition key.
4. Turn the valve in the locked position to
stop the heating function.
1 = Heating valve 5. Close the engine bonnet.

Note
To restore the heating function reverse the process.

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9 OPTIONS
• Mounting options that are not authorised by YANMAR may cause accidents and reduce the
machine's life span.
• The installation and use of unauthorised parts may lead to the warranty being cancelled.

9.1 PTO line 1

• The machine can be fitted when this option is requested.
• For the use of the 3rd circuit, refer to chapter:
14 Implementing the 3rd hydraulic circuit, page 111
Adjustable proportional PTO
• The adjustable proportionality allows better P.T.O flow control by combining a knob with
the proportional roller.

1 = Proportional roller
2 = Knob
3 = Position holding button

• To use the adjustable proportionality system:

1. Operate the accessory with the proportional roller.
2. Set the maximum hydraulic circuit speed with the knob.

– Turn the button clockwise to increase the flow

rate.
– Turn the button counter-clockwise to decrease
the flow rate.

CAUTION
When starting the machine, check the setting on the knob.
If the knob is set to the minimum, you can not operate the mounted accessory on the
PTO line.

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Position holding button

To use the position holding button:

1. Operate the accessory with the proportional roller.

2. Press the position holding button. Release the pro­
portional roller.
The proportional roller control pressure is blocked
and the LED on the corresponding joystick comes
on.
3 = Position holding button
3. The accessory operation is maintained and the ac­
cessory is operated at the rate set by the knob.
4. Press the position holding button again to return
the pressure to its starting level.

CAUTION
Do not use the position holding with bucket tilting, you would risk damaging the machi­
ne's hydraulic circuit.

9.2 Circuit breaker

• The machine can be fitted when this option is

requested.
• This switch is used to disconnect the battery
directly.
1 = Circuit breaker

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9.3 Lifting Kit

IMPORTANT
The composition of this kit varies according to machine configuration.
WARNING
Do not perform lifting operations without the lifting equipment listed below being
installed on the machine.

13 Load lifting, page 110

1 = Arm valve 4 = Lifting Tables

2 = Boom valve 5 = Overload switch
3 = Blade valve 6 = Lifting ring

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9.3.1 Lifting ring

• An appropriate ring is required to suspend a load with the machine. For more details,
contact your dealer.
• The lifting ring welded to the tie rod must be installed with safety valves.

IMPORTANT
This kit can be supplied without the push rod with eye bolt if the machine is equipped
with an accessory that has a lifting device.

• Check whether the ring and the ring mounting base are damaged. If you detect any damage,
ask your dealer to intervene.
• This option is subject to periodic inspection.

IMPORTANT
Install a device that can oppose the accidental release of the load on the machine's lifting
ring (with latch hook, shackle, eye...) and whose WLL1 is equal to or greater than the load
to be lifted.

9.3.2 Safety valves

The safety valves must be installed with the ring. These flaps are installed on the machine's
boom, rocker arm and blade cylinders to avoid the equipment falling to the ground if the hoses
break.

9.3.3 Overload switch

• When the operator wishes to perform handling, it

is essential for the overload switch to be in the ON
position, for the purpose of informing the operator of
the tipping points according to the load being hand­
led and the position of the equipment.
• An audible signal warns the operator that the load
that he is handling is too heavy and could well topple
the vehicle.
• When the audible signal sounds, the operator must
promptly put the load being handled down on the
ground because it could well topple the vehicle.

1. Working Load Limit (WLL)

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9.3.4 Lifting Tables

• A table summarizing the machine lifting capacities is provided with the safety valves.

DANGER
The board must be installed in the cab so as to be visible by the operator from the driver
position while operating the machine.
Check it out before doing any load lifting.

9.4 Air conditioning

• The machine can be fitted when this option is requested.
• The air conditioning system comprises a control system, a compressor, a condenser, and an
evaporator.
6 Operation of the air conditioning, page 42

9.5 Quick hitch

• The machine can be fitted when this option is requested.

CAUTION
Before any connection or disconnection of the hydraulic hoses, remove the residual pres­
sure from the hydraulic circuit.
2.1.1 Removing the residual pressure, page 131

Connecting

1. Insert the adapter into the receiver.A slight click

indicates that the connection is successful. The ball
is released from the adapter groove located on the
receiver.
2. Turn the adapter on the receiver to secure the
connection.
Note
Before each use, clean the receiver surfaces.

Disconnecting
To disconnect, turn the adapter to align the ball with the groove located on the receiver and slide
the adapter backwards.

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9.6 Mechanical quick hitch

IMPORTANT
Use YANMAR original parts as recommended in the parts catalogue.

IMPORTANT
Before using an accessory requiring hydraulic power, check the pressure compatibility
from the machine specifications chart.
1 Specifications, page 163

WARNING
Before mounting a bucket or an accessory on your machine, make sure that:

• the bucket or accessory is compatible with

the capabilities of your machine;
10.2 Compatible accessories, page 102
• the bucket or accessory mounting operation
is performed on a level and stable ground;
• the bucket or accessory is properly positio­
ned to be installed on the machine.

WARNING
Check the condition of the interface between the quick hitch and the accessory (cleanli­
ness, shocks...).
It is forbidden to operate the bucket or accessory if improperly locked in quick hitch, be­
cause in the case of improper installation it may fall during use.

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9.6.1 Mechanical quick hitch RETROMATIC MORIN

Quick hitch structure

The quick hitch system is composed

of:
A = Fastening hooks
B = Cam
C = Indicator
D = Safety lock
E = Retaining finger

IMPORTANT
This accessory is equipped with a lifting point. Please refer to the appropriate sec­
tions of this manual for the precautions that apply to all lifting operations.
13 Load lifting, page 110
Dismantling the accessory

1. Park the machine preferably on a stable, flat and

level surface.
2. Place the accessory at about 5 cm above the
ground.
3. Be equipped with the wrench supplied with the
accessory.
4. Slide the spanner from right to left along the cam
to insert the lug of the spanner into the cam bore.
5. Detach the cam, using the spanner as a lever to re­
lease the accessory.
DANGER
By pressing the key, the bucket or accesso­
ry detaches and comes into contact with
the ground. Take care not to get your
hands or feet crushed by the bucket or
accessory.

6. The indicator must be in the unlocked position, and the bore of the cam must be visible. If
not, repeat the detaching action with the spanner.
7. Remove the key and store it.
8. Retract the bucket cylinder to disengage the rear of quick hitch.
9. Manoeuvre the arm to disengage the tool's quick hitch.

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Mounting the accessory

Note
Check the position of the cam before installing
an accessory. The indicator must be in the un­
locked position, and the bore of the cam must
be visible. If not, repeat the detaching action
with the spanner.
1. Place the accessory on a stable, flat surface.
2. Clean all the parts.
3. Fully retract the bucket cylinder.
4. Place the arm equipped with the quick hitch on the
accessory to engage the accessory hooks on the buc­
ket or accessory pin.
5. Slowly raise the boom to lift the accessory. This
lets you position the accessory correctly in the quick
coupler.
Note
Lift the accessory high enough to allow the
bucket cylinder to move through its full range
of travel.
6. Extend the bucket cylinder fully to lock the quick
coupler system.
Note
You should hear a click when the quick cou­
pler system locks.
7. Check that the indicator is in the locked position.
Note
The painted indicator area must be hidden by
the indicator.
8. Manoeuvre the bucket or accessory to low height
from the ground to see if it is locked in the quick
hitch.

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9.6.2 Mechanical quick hitch CSERI

Quick hitch structure

The quick hitch system is composed of:

A = Locking pins
B = Fastening hooks
C = Locking screw

Dismantling the accessory

1. Park the machine preferably on a stable, flat and

level surface.
2. Place the accessory on the ground.
3. Be equipped with the wrench supplied with the ac­
cessory and insert it into the quick hitch hole.
4. Turn the key (1) to disengage the bucket or acces­
sory locking pin.
5. Remove the key and store it.
6. Retract the bucket cylinder to disengage the rear
of quick hitch.
7. Slowly remove the boom from the machine to
completely free the quick hitch from the bucket or
accessory.

Mounting the accessory

1. Place the accessory on a stable, flat surface.
2. Clean all the parts.
Note
Make sure the locking pins are retracted into the quick hitch.
If the pins are in the extended position:
a. Be equipped with the wrench supplied with the accessory and insert it into the
quick hitch hole.
b. Turn the key (1) to disengage the bucket or accessory locking pin.
c. Remove the key and store it.
3. Place the arm equipped with the quick hitch on the accessory to engage the accessory hooks
on the bucket or accessory pin.
4. Rotate the quick hitch slowly lifting the boom to fully engage the quick hitch to the bucket
or accessory.
5. Manoeuvre the bucket or accessory to low height from the ground to see if it is locked in
the quick hitch.

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B Operating instructions
CHAPTER COVERED IN THIS PART:
1 BASIC PRECAUTIONS
2 USAGE PRECAUTIONS
3 PRECAUTIONS FOR THE ENGINE
4 CHECKS BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE
5 CHECKS AFTER START-UP
6 CHECKS AFTER USE
7 OPERATOR LCD DISPLAY STATION INTERFACES
8 USING THE MACHINE IN COLD WEATHER
9 RUBBER TRACKS
10 HANDLING THE BUCKET
11 HANDLING OF ACCESSORIES
12 ACCESSORY CHANGE BY DIRECT COUPLING
13 LOAD LIFTING
14 IMPLEMENTING THE 3RD HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT
15 TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE
16 DETECTING ANOMALIES
17 IF THE BATTERY IS DISCHARGED
18 TOWING THE MACHINE

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CAUTION
The user must determine whether dangerous phenomena may occur in an application,
for example, the release of toxic gases, or whether the ground conditions require specific
precautions. The user establish the measures to be taken to eliminate or reduce the risks.

1.1 Comply with your workplace's safety rules

• This machine must only be used and maintained by qualified personnel.
• When using or maintaining the machine, comply with all safety rules, precautions and pro­
cedures at all times.
• Any task performed in teams or with a flagman should be performed based on regulatory
signals.
DANGER
The machines are not designed to work in explosive or polluted environments.
The machine configuration cannot guarantee the safety of the operator in a harmful en­
vironment. The machine must therefore not be used in such environments.

1.2 Put the safety mechanisms in place

• Make sure that all covers and all housings are properly installed in their respective posi­
tions. If any of them are damaged, repair them immediately.
• The use of safety mechanisms, such as locking lever(s) must be mastered and understood
by the machine's operator.
5.3.1 Locking lever, page 27
• Never remove the safety mechanisms. Check that they are operating correctly at all times.
If the safety mechanisms are operating incorrectly this may cause serious physical injury.

1.3 Wear suitable clothing and protective equipment

• Never wear bulky clothing or jewellery that may be

caught in the control levers or a part of the machine.
Also avoid wearing soiled work clothes, which can be
risky when using the machine.
• Wear a helmet, protective goggles, safety shoes, a
mask, gloves and any other protective equipment ne­
cessary to suit the working conditions.

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1.4 Do not drive under the influence of alcohol, drugs or

medication
• Never use the machine if you are under the influence of alcohol, if you are ill or if you do
not feel well as this may cause an accident.

1.5 Provide adequate ventilation when working in an enclosed

space

• The engine exhaust fumes are harmful to the human

body and it is very dangerous to inhale them. When
you start the engine in an enclosed space, open the
windows and doors to let air circulate.
• Never let the engine idle unnecessarily and never
leave the engine running when you are not using the
machine.
• Provide respirators based on working conditions to
ensure the machine operator works safely.

1.6 Protect plants from hot air and exhaust fumes

• The silencer and radiator release hot air and exhaust fumes at high temperatures. If the hot
air directly reaches a plant, it alters its state and may cause its death.
• Protect plants from hot air and exhaust fumes with a protective plate when you are working
near a hedge or plants.

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1.7 Keep fuel and oil away from sparks

• Leaving flames near fuel, oil, hydraulic oil or anti-

freeze solutions, which are highly flammable and dan­
gerous, may cause a fire.
• Specific attention must be paid to the following
points :
– Keep flammable materials away from cigarettes,
lit matches or any source of fire.
– Never top up any fluids while the engine is runn­
ing. Do not smoke when topping up any fluids.
– Tighten the fuel and oil tank caps firmly.
• Store fuel and oil in a cool, well-ventilated place
away from direct sunlight.
• The fuel and oil must be stored in a place that res­
ponds to applicable safety regulations. Unauthorised
personnel must not enter this area.

1.8 Avoid removing the caps when the temperatures are high

• The engine coolant, engine oil and hydraulic oil are

hot and pressurised after the engine stops.
• Removing caps, draining coolant or oil or replacing
a filter under these conditions risk causing burns.
• Before you remove the cap from the hydraulic oil
tank, shut down the engine then gently turn the cap to
release all the pressure and avoid any oil spilling.
• When you remove the radiator cap, shut down the
engine and let the coolant cool down enough then gent­
ly turn the cap to release all the pressure.

1.9 Avoid crush injuries due to accessories

• Keep your hands, arms and other parts of your body

away from moving parts, between the machine's acces­
sories or between the hydraulic cylinder and the acces­
sories as jamming points may be created.

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1.10 Have an extinguisher and a first aid kit

• The workplace must be equipped with an extinguis­

her. Read the instructions on the adhesive labels to find
out how to use it.
• Place a first aid kit in a specific location.
• Specify the action to be carried out in the event of a
fire or accident.
• Indicate the person to be contacted in the event of an
emergency and leave the emergency call number near
your telephone.

1.11 Avoid any unauthorised modifications

• Any unauthorised modification to the design or use of unauthorised accessories may cause
physical damage. YANMAR cannot be held responsible for any physical injuries, accidents,
failure or damage to the machine due to any unauthorised modifications.
• In addition, in that these actions would constitute an explicit violation of the terms of the
YANMAR Product Warranty, the applicable warranty would also become null and void.If you
want to modify your machine, you must contact your dealer.

1.12 Precautions for optional parts and tools

• Any modifications that are not approved by YANMAR may cause safety risks.
• If the equipment you want to add to your machine is not listed by YANMAR, you must
contact your dealer. YANMAR cannot be held responsible for any physical injuries, accidents,
failure or damage to the machine due to any unauthorised modifications. Any unauthorised
modification will lead to the YANMAR warranty being cancelled.
• When you install or use optional accessories, read their operating instructions and the sec­
tion in the manual that relates to the installation of accessories When you install or use optio­
nal accessories, read their operating instructions and the section in the manual that relates to
the installation of accessories
12 Accessory change by direct coupling, page 107
• Only use accessories authorised by YANMAR. The use of unauthorised accessories not on­
ly risks affecting the safety of the machine but also its operation or life span.
• The use of unauthorised equipment will contravene the terms of the YANMAR warranty
and cancel it.

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1.13 Warning concerning the cab windows

• If, by accident, a cab window is broken, the sharp edges may represent a danger to the ope­
rator. Stop the machine immediately and replace the broken window with a new one.

1.14 Cabin's emergency exit

• If the cab door will not open, break the glass with
the hammer provided in the cab to be able to exit the
cab in an emergency.
• The emergency exit is indicated by a safety sticker.
• Remove the pieces of glass that remain in the win­
dow frame to avoid any cutting risk.
• Make sure that you do not slip on the pieces of
glass that have fallen at your feet on the cab floor.

1.15 Air conditioning system

The air conditioning system contains fluorinated greenhouse gases. The characteristics of these
gases are indicated on the sticker affixed to the machine, and are listed below.
3.1 Location of the warning adhesive labels, page 7

A/C YANMAR
Contains fluorinated greenhouse gases.
xx / xx / xxxx (1)

HFC-R134A = 0,7 kg (2)

TeqCO2 = 1,001 t (3)
GWP 1430 (4)
PAG ISO 46 (5)

(1) Machine finalisation date

(2) Mass of HFC-R134A fluorinated greenhouse gases in the air conditioning system
(3) CO2 equivalent mass
(4) Potential global warming due to the gas
(5) Lubricant

WARNING
In case of a problem with the air conditioning system, contact your dealer.

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2.1 Precautions before starting the engine
2.1.1 Make sure that your workplace is safe

• Before you start the engine, make sure that there is

no danger in your working area.
If there are any underground installations such as wa­
ter or gas pipes, high voltage lines or other elements,
contact the responsible companies to locate them
exactly and to avoid damaging them.

• Examine the field and the ground and decide on the best way to work.
• When working on the street, make sure the worksite is secure.
• If you have to use the machine under specific conditions (water, snow, etc.)
2.3.7 Working in an area covered with snow, page 73
2.3.9 Working in a submerged area, page 74
2.3.10 Working in a muddy area, page 75

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2.1.2 Clean the machine

Cleaning

• Wood chips, dead leaves, detritus and other flam­

mable materials around the engine may catch fire.
Clean these materials from the machine.

• Dirt, oil and snow on the cab floor, the levers, handles or steps are slippy and dangerous.
Clean them completely.
• Proceed to the checks:
4 Checks before starting the machine, page 81
Keep the headlights and mirrors clean

• To clean the cab exterior:

– Be sure to keep three points of support with
the machine when cleaning the external elements
(e.g. mirrors).
– Use the support points identified in the illustra­
tion opposite.
– If 3 points of stable support are not accessible
for cleaning or maintenance of the external ele­
ments, use adapted equipment in order to safely
work on the machine.

• Check that your machine is fitted with headlights and specific working lamps and that they
are working correctly.

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2.1.3 Check the safety structures

WARNING
If one of the safety structures is damaged, replace it immediately to avoid any injury. Do
not repair or modify it.

• The standard machine is equipped with a Falling Objects Protection Structure (FOPS) on
the machine's roof.
• For your safety, the machine includes a protection structure in the event of it turning over
(ROPS), for protection against falling objects (FOPS) and protection against side tipping
(TOPS). Never modify any of these structures' elements.
• The protection structures mounted on the machine comply with the recommendations of:
– ROPS: ISO 12117–2 (2008)
– FOPS: ISO 10262 (2000)
For the specifications of these structures, refer to the table below:

Type ROPS / TOPS

Weight (in conformity with CE standards) 4804 kg

2.1.4 Check the position of the blade

• Check the position of the blade before operating the side movement levers. When the blade
is at the back, the operation of the side movement levers is reversed.

Normal travel Reverse slide movement

1 = Blade

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2.1.5 Accessing the machine

• Do not jump on or out of the machine. Do not climb into or out of the machine when it is
operating as this may cause physical injuries.
• When you enter and leave the machine, face the machine and use the handles and the top
of the track.

• Use the contact points indicated by arrows in the il­

lustration opposite to climb onto and descend from
the machine.
• Do not use the command levers as handles.
• Always maintain three points of contact.
• If the handles or the track is dirty or covered with
oil, wash them off.

CAUTION
Make sure that you do not bang your head against the rearview mirror when you climb
into or out of the cab.

2.1.6 Fasten your safety belt and adjust the rearview mirror(s)

• The operator's seat is fitted with a safety belt.

• Always fasten your safety belt and adjust it before
starting the machine.

WARNING
The seat belt must be replaced after an accident or if it is damaged.

• The seat and its support must be checked by your dealer after an accident.
• If the seat and/or its support are damaged they must be replaced immediately.
• Adjust the rearview mirror(s) so that you have perfect visibility around the machine.

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2.2 Movement precautions

2.2.1 Machine's Danger Zone

DANGER
The operator must manipulate the machine controls from the operator seat. Any use of
the machine controls from the ground is strictly prohibited because it can lead to physi­
cal injury.

WARNING
Start the engine and run the machine only from the operator seat.

• A signaller must be provided when the working site

is dangerous or has poor visibility.
• Keep all other people away from the working site
or movement route of the machine.
• Keep any other persons out of the danger zone re­
presented by the equipment's operating radius.
Equipment operating range = 6 m
• Alert people nearby using the horn or any other si­
gnal before starting the machine.

DANGER
If a person is in the machine's danger zone, it may be struck by the machine's moving
parts or be wedged between the machine's lower and upper parts, which can result in se­
rious injury or death.

2.2.2 Movement and accessories

• When moving the machine, keep the bucket bet­

ween 40 and 50 cm above the ground with the boom
and arm folded .
• If you need to use the command levers when mov­
ing, do not make any sudden movements when ope­
rating them.
• Move the machine at low speed and slow down
when turning on hilly terrain.
• Avoid driving over obstacles if possible. Avoid
them or remove them. If this is not possible, drive the
machine at low speed keeping the tool near the
ground.Never travel over obstacles that risk tilting the
machine by over 10 degrees.

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2.2.3 Driving the machine on a slope

• Drive the machine carefully on a slope to avoid any

tipping over or slipping to the side.
• When driving the machine on a slope, keep the buc­
ket between 20 and 30 cm above the ground to be able
to lower it to the ground and stop the machine in the
event of an emergency.
WARNING
Never travel across a slope of 20° or more as the
machine may tip over.

• Never turn the machine on a slope and do not move

it across a slope. Descend to flat ground and then turn.
Note
For the maximum acceptable slope:
1 Specifications, page 163

• The machine will slide easily on grass, dead leaves or a damp metal plate, even with a
slight tilt. Drive the machine carefully at low speed to prevent it slipping.
WARNING
The machine may lose its balance and tip over when rotating the upper part or when the
equipment is working on a slope.
Do not pivot the upper structure with a load in the bucket. If the rotation cannot be avoi­
ded, provide a bank to keep the machine as horizontal as possible. Then turn the upper
structure.

Braking when descending on a slope

• When going downhill, you can automatically stop the machine by putting the travel levers
in neutral.
If the engine stops
• If the engine stops when climbing an incline, position the travel levers in the neutral posi­
tion and lift the locking lever, then stop the machine and restart the engine. If the machine
does not start, pull the locking lever and check the fuel level.

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2.3 Working precautions

2.3.1 Precautions for using the equipment

WARNING
Do not use the equipment's command levers during side movement. Stop the side
movement then use the equipment.

• Do not use the equipment's rotation force.

Do not use the rotation force to level the ground or break
a wall. Do not use the bucket's teeth to dig the ground
during rotation. This may damage the equipment.

• Do not use the equipment's side movement force

(except where unavoidable).
Do not use the side movement force to dig the ground
with the bucket's teeth in contact with the ground. This
may apply excessive force to the rear of the machine and
shorten its life span.

• Do not use the hydraulic cylinder to the end of

its run.
a = play
This may apply excessive force to the cylinder's stop
piece and may reduce the equipment's life span. Main­
tain safe room for manoeuvre.

• Do not use the bucket's dropping force.

Do not use the bucket's dropping force to dig the ground
as with a pick or harvester. This may apply excessive
force to the rear of the machine and shorten its life span.
In addition, this may cause a serious accident.

• Do not strike the blade against a rock or stone.

This may damage the blade or hydraulic cylinder.

• Do not use the machine's lowering force.

Note
Do not use the machine's lowering force to dig
the ground.

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• When excavating a hard rock, keep the machi-

ne's tracks flat on the ground.
Note
It is also recommended to break hard rock into
several pieces using other means to prevent
damage to the machine.

• Be careful when pulling the equipment out.

When you retract the equipment for side movement and
transport, make sure that the bucket and blade do not co­
me into contact.

• Support the blade on both sides.

When you use the blade as a support, press the blade
down on both sides.

• Pay attention to the blade during excavation.

When carrying out a deep excavation on the ground in
front of the blade, make sure that the blade does not co­
me into contact with the boom cylinder. Place the blade
at the back if it is not in use.

• Do not lift loads without a suitable fastening de­

vice; it is strictly forbidden to wrap a sling around
your machine's accessory or suspend it to a bucket
tooth.
Do not hang a load without the kit's lifting
facilities.
9.3 Lifting Kit, page 50

2.3.2 Dangerous tasks

• Digging from the top is dangerous as there is a risk

of rock falls or landslides.

• Digging from the bottom is dangerous as this may

destabilise and tip over the machine.

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2.3.3 Working near electricity lines

DANGER
Working close to overhead electricity lines is very
dangerous and specific precautions must be taken.

• For this manual, you are considered as working near overhead electricity lines once the
equipment or your machine's load can reach the minimum distances indicated in the table
below.
• Follow these procedures to prevent any accident or injury :
– Wear shows with rubber or leather soles.
– Use a signaller to warn the operator when the machine is too close to an electrical line.
– If the machine is to enter into contact with a cable, the operator must not leave his seat.
– Warn all personnel on the ground to stay far enough away from the machine.
• To determine the voltage of the wires on the work site, contact the electricity production
company concerned.
Voltage (V) Minimum safety distance (m)
≤ 50000 3
Electricity lines
≥ 50000 5

WARNING
This table is provided for information only. Please refer to the regulations in force in
your country.

2.3.4 Working near obstacles

• When moving in a tunnel, under a bridge or when you are working in an area near tall obs­
tacels, drive the machine carefully to avoid knocking the boom, the arm or the accessory
against these obstacles.

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2.3.5 Emergency stop and securing the machine

In case of an emergency stop of the machine, immediately put the accessory or load being hand­
led on the ground according to the following procedure:
1. In case of hose rupture or imminent dangerous situation due to loss of control of the ma­
chine, release the machine controls and immediately lift the safety lever. The machine's power
circuits are cut, except the one controlling the blade.
Note
If necessary, move the ignition key to OFF to stop the engine.
2. Lower the lock lever.
3. Set the starter key to ON position.
4. Use the joysticks to lower the boom and place the accessory or load on the ground.
5. Raise the lock lever.
6. Turn the key to OFF position to switch off the engine and disconnect the electrical circuit.
Remove the key from the ignition.

2.3.6 Working on a slope

• Make sure that the machine does not lose its ba­
lance and tip over when rotating the upper structure or
when rotating equipment on a slope.
• Do not pivot the upper structure with a load in the
bucket.
• If the rotation cannot be avoided, provide a bank to
keep the machine as horizontal as possible. Then turn
the upper structure.
Note
For the maximum acceptable slope:
1 Specifications, page 163

2.3.7 Working in an area covered with snow

• Ground covered with snow and icy roads are dangerous as the machine may slip, even on a
slight incline. Drive the machine at reduced speed; do not stop or turn suddenly.
• Remove the snow carefully as verges or other potential dangers may be buried beneath the
snow.

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2.3.8 Working on unstable ground

WARNING
Unstable ground increase the risks of the machine tipping over.

• Keep away from cliffs, verges and ditches as the ground there is unstable. Keep away from
cliffs, verges and ditches as the ground there is unstable. There is a risk that it will give way
because of the machine's vibrations or weight, which would cause the machine to tip over or
fall. Be careful when working immediately after rainfall or an explosion as the ground is
unstable.
• Infills and grounds near trenches are not stable and risk giving way because of the weight
or vibrations of the machine, which would cause the machine to tip over or fall. Be very care­
full when working on this type of ground.
• When you are working in an area with a high risk of rock fall, wear a helmet and remain
under the canopy or in the cab.

2.3.9 Working in a submerged area

• Before you use the machine in a submerged area,

examine the condition of the ground and the depth
and flow of the water.
• The maximum depth of water in which the machine
may be used is located up to the centre of the carrying
roll.
IMPORTANT
When you come out of the water, if the machine
is climbing a slope with an angle of over 15°,
there is a risk that the rear of the upper struc­
ture will remain submerged in the water, which
risks damaging the radiator when it stirs up the
water. Be aware of this when you exit the water.

• After use, apply a large quantity of grease to the moving parts (in particular the bucket pin)
which have been submerged in water for a long period until the grease used is extruded from
the bearings.
• Then wipe off the extruded grease with a cloth.

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2.3.10 Working in a muddy area

• Operate the machine carefully so that it does not get stuck. If it does get stuck, release it us­
ing the following procedures.
If only one track is stuck

1. Place the bucket on the muddy side.

2. Lift the track.
3. Place wood or a wedge under the track runners.
4. Raise the bucket.

IMPORTANT
When you raise the machine, support yourself on the ground with the lower part of the
bucket (and not with the teeth). The angle between the boom and the arm must be 90° to
110°.

If both tracks are stuck

1. Place a log or piece of wood under the tracks.

2. Push the bucket into the firm ground.
3. Retract the arm as if to dig and move forward with
the side movement levers to get out of the mud.

2.3.11 Working in an area with reduced visibility

• When working in a dimly-lit area, switch on the lights and front headlights and provide ad­
ditional lighting if necessary.
• Stop all work when fog, snow or rain hinders your visibility.

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2.4 Parking precautions

IMPORTANT
Park the machine preferably on a stable, flat and level surface.

• If you need to park on a slope:

1. Verify that the ground offers sufficient stability over

time to maintain the machine position.
2. Place the blade on the side of the slope and plant it
in the ground.
3. Place the bucket opposite the blade and plant it also
in the ground.
1 = Bucket in the ground
4. If you can not follow this procedure, add a wooden
2 = Blade in the ground wedge on the uphill side of the slope at the tracks.

• Stopping the engine:

1. Release the right and left side movement levers in neutral position to stop the machine.
2. Turn the switch to the left to decrease the engine
speed.

IMPORTANT
Stopping the engine after a rotation at high speed risks reducing its life span. Do not stop
the engine suddenly except in an emergency.
If the engine is overheating, do not stop it immediately. Reduce the engine temperature
progressively by running it at an intermediate rotation speed before stopping it.

3. Lower the bucket to place its lower surface in contact

with the ground.
4. Lower the blade to the ground.

5. Pull the locking levers back.

1 = Locking lever
2 = Left hand side

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6. Turn the key to OFF position to switch off the engine

and disconnect the electrical circuit.
7. Remove the key from the ignition.

WARNING
Do not touch the command levers before switching off the engine, or else the equipment or
the machine may move suddenly and cause a serious accident.

2.5 Precautions for the accessories

CAUTION
An accessory that is not adapted to the machine may imbalance it.

• When you mount or remove an accessory, follow these precautions :

1. Place the machine on flat, firm ground.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Keep the parts clean and well greased.
4. Never mount any accessories that exceed the maximum accepted dimensions.
5. Do not stay beneath a suspended load.
• The user must read and keep the instructions related to mounting and using accessories.

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2.6 Precautions for using optional accessories

• An accessory that is very long may imbalance the machine and cause it to tip over when it
descends a slope or pivots on a slope.
2.2.3 Driving the machine on a slope, page 69
2.3.6 Working on a slope, page 73
• If you mount a particularly heavy accessory on the machine, the inertia of the upper struc­
ture will increase and continue to rotate over a long distance once the rotation lever has been
released.
• This may give the operator a false impression of the distance to be respected between the
pivoting accessory and a nearby object and may strike the accessory against the object. To
avoid this type of accident, stop the rotation as soon as possible.
• Because of the increase in the inertia, the accessory will fall a greater distance away after it
has been stopped in the air. There will be major unplanned drift for the accessory.
• Check that the arm and the boom are correctly mounted. If this is not the case, accidents or
damage may occur. Contact your dealer if you have any questions relating to mounting the
boom or the arm.
• If you mount a long accessory, you may incorrectly estimate the distance between the ac­
cessory and a nearby object and strike the accessory against the object. Provide enough room
between the long accessories and the nearby objects.

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2.7 Precautions for the battery

• The battery is located under the bonnet.

DANGER
Be careful when handling the battery.

• The battery electrolyte can cause severe burns to

the eyes or skin. Always wear safety glasses and clo­
thes when handling the battery.
• If the battery electrolyte comes into contact with
your skin or clothes, rinse it off immediately in a large
quantity of water and consult a doctor.
• An explosion may occur as the hydrogen produced
by the battery is flammable. Keep the battery away
from all flames and sparks.

• If you accidentally swallow any of the battery's electrolyte, drink a large quantity of water,
milk or fresh eggs and consult a doctor immediately.
• Before inspecting or handling the battery, switch off the engine and turn the starter switch
to OFF.
• Make sure that you do not cause a short circuit by touching the battery terminals with a
tool.
• If a terminal connection comes loose, sparks may be caused because of a poor contact and
may cause an explosion. Make sure that the terminals are connected safely.
CAUTION
To start the engine using the connection cables, comply with the procedure described
17 If the battery is discharged, page 122

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3 PRECAUTIONS FOR THE ENGINE
• It is vital that you respect a running in period for the machine during the first hundred hours
of service (read the time counter). During this period, the machine must not be used with an
excessive load, even though it has been correctly prepared and checked before despatch.
Otherwise there is a risk that its performance will be affected and its life span shortened.
• When running in the machine, make sure to :
– Preheat the engine by running it on idle for 5 minutes after starting it.
– Do not run the machine with a heavy load or at a high speed.
– Do not start, accelerate or stop the engine suddenly.
– Do not change direction too suddenly.
Note
Observe these precautions throughout the life of the machine in order to preserve the
good condition of the engine.

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4 CHECKS BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE
4.1 Overall visual inspection

WARNING
If there is any fuel on hot areas or if there are any fuel and/or oil leaks, this may cause a
fire. Carefully check these possible causes of fire. If there are any faults, contact your
dealer.

1 Check the hydraulic components : wear and leaks around the cylinders, damage to the ho­
ses and connectors come loose.
Clean the dust and combustible materials (dead leaves, chips) on areas where heat deve­
2
lops : around the engine, the battery and the radiator.
3 Check that there are no oil leaks from the engine or water leaks from the cooling system.

Check that there are no oil leaks from the hydraulic system, the hydraulic oil tank, the pi­
4
pes and seals.
5 Check that there are no traces of grease or leaks from the hydraulic pipes.

Check that there are no cracks, wear or play on the bolts and there are no oil leaks on the
6
track rollers (runners, sprockets and rollers).
7 Check that the bolts have not broken or come loose.
Check the proper operation and the condition of the operator display station.
• If nuts are loose, tighten them if necessary.
8
• If the screen is damaged, replace it with a new operator display station.
• Clean the surface of the operator display station.
Check that the red ring on the water decantor is pushed onto the lower part of the bowl. If
9 the ring floats in the bowl, this means that water has mixed with the diesel. In this case, ta­
ke out the bowl and remove the water.

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4.2 Checking and topping up the level of cooling fluid

• Check the level of cooling fluid every day according to the following procedure :
1. Place the machine on flat ground.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Wait until the engine and the radiator have cooled down.
4. Open the bonnet with the ignition key.
5. Lock it with the safety rod.
6. Check that the level of fluid in the tank is between the min and max markers.

1 = maxi
2 = mini

• If the level is below the min marker:

1. Take the cap off the tank.
2. Top up to the maximum marker.
3. Close the tank again.
4. Close the engine bonnet.

IMPORTANT
If the tank is empty, check for leaks and the water level in the radiator. If the level of water
in the radiator is low, top it up in the radiator then in the tank.

WARNING
Only remove the radiator cap to top up the radiator.

Replacing the cooling fluid :

The cooling fluid must be changed every 2000 hours. Contact your dealer.
Note
For any top up or replacement of the fluid, use the original YANMAR long life coolant.
3 Recommended greases and fluids, page 136

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4.3 Checking and topping up the engine oil level

1. Wait until the engine has cooled down.

2. Open the bonnet with the ignition key.
3. Read the engine oil gauge. (G)
WARNING
At operating temperature, the oil and the gauge
area are hot.
Avoid the hot oil or the components coming into
contact with your skin to avoid any physical
injuries.

4. Clean the gauge with a cloth to remove any oil

deposits.
5. Insert the gauge into its tube.
6. Remove it. The engine oil level must be between
markers H and L.
• If the oil level is below marker L, open the filling
F = Filler hole hole and top up to marker H.
• If the oil level is above marker H, remove the ex­
cess quantity of oil via the drainage cap (P) then
check the level again.
Note
Do not pour the excess engine oil onto the
ground or the road.

• Once the engine oil is at the appropriate level, close the bonnet again.
• Select the oil according to the temperature. If you start the engine at temperatures below 0°
C, use an SAE 10W, an SAE 10W-30 or SAE 15W-40 even though the daytime temperature
rises to 10°C.
Temperatures °C Quantity prescri­
- -20 -10 0 10 20 30 + bed (L)
SAE 10W CD
Engine oil SAE 10W-30 CD 7,3
SAE 15W-40 CD

IMPORTANT
Do not mix different types of oils.If you need to top up the oil with an oil of a different
brand or type from the oil left in the tank, remove the remaining oil completely.

Replacing the engine oil :

1 Periodic inspections and upkeeps, page 129

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4.4 Checking and topping up the fuel level

1. Set the starter key to ON position.

2. Determine the fuel level by looking at the fuel
gauge on the dashboard.
3. Set the starter key to OFF position.
4. Top up if the level is low.
= Full a. Open cover B using the starter key.
= Empty b. Take the cap off the tank.
c. Top up through the filler hole, keeping an eye
on the gauge located on the tank.
Only use the recommended diesel : EN 590
Minimum cetane index: 45.

1 = Cover B
2 = Cap
3 = Diesel gauge

Temperatures °C
Quantity prescribed (L)
- -20 -10 0 10 20 30 +
N° 2-D
Diesel N° 3-D 41
N° 3-D (S)

WARNING
If you spill any fuel, wipe it up with a cloth.

5. Close the tank again.

6. Close cover B.
Note
If the cap vent holes are plugged, the pressure in
the reservoir may vary and the fuel supply will
1 = Tank vent be faulty. To avoid this happening, clean these
vents air holes regularly.

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4.5 Checking and topping up the hydraulic oil level

CAUTION
When you remove the cap from the oil filling opening, loosen it gently to release the
pressure from the tank and avoid any high pressure oil leaks that would be
dangerous.

1. Put the machine in the position shown opposite:

blade back and lowered to the ground, equipment pa-
rallel to the tracks, boom cylinder half out, arm cylin-
der retracted to the end of its run, bucket teeth on the
ground.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Determine the oil level by looking at the gauge on
the right hand side of the machine.
The bearing must be between the gauge's upper and
lower markers.
Note
1 = Upper limit The oil level varies according to the oil
2 = Lower limit temperature.
• Before start-up, the oil level must be on
or around the central point of the gauge
scale (oil temperature : 10 to 30°C).
• During normal operation, the oil level
must be around the upper limit marker on
the oil gauge scale (oil temperature : 50 to
80°C).
4. If the oil level is below the minimum marker, top
up as follows :
a. Open cover B using the starter key.
b. Open the hydraulic oil tank opening cap.
c. Top up through the filler hole, keeping an eye
on the gauge located on the tank.
2 = Cover B 5. Close the tank again.
3 = Cap 6. Close cover B.

IMPORTANT
Do not top the hydraulic oil over the upper limit marker on the oil level gauge. An exces-
sive quantity of hydraulic fluid may damage the hydraulic system by applying too much
pressure to these components, which would cause a dangerous high pressure leak.

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Temperatures °C
Quantity prescribed (L)
- -20 -10 0 10 20 30 +
40 in the tank
Hydraulic oil ISO VG46
22 the rest

IMPORTANT
Do not mix different types of oils.If you need to top up the oil with an oil of a different
brand or type from the oil left in the tank, remove the remaining oil completely.

Replacing the hydraulic oil :

• The hydraulic oil must be replaced every 1000 hours. Contact your dealer.

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5 CHECKS AFTER START-UP
WARNING
Emergency stop : if an abnormal action occurs, turn the key in the ignition switch to the
OFF position. The electrical system is interrupted and the engine stops. Ask your dealer to
check the machine.
If you do not use the pre-heating, the machine may respond slowly to the command levers
or not operate correctly, especially in cold weather.
IMPORTANT
The hydraulic oil must be at a temperature from 50°C to 80°C. If the temperature is low,
wait until it reaches 20°C before using the equipment. If you need to use a command lever
before the oil reaches this temperature, handle it gently.
Do not accelerate suddenly if the engine is not hot.
After the engine starts, do not use the machine immediately but respect the following
procedure :
1. Run the engine on idle and check that the engine oil pressure alarm light is off.
2. Check that the gauges and the screen correspond to the following statuses :
1= Diesel gauge normal

2= Cooling fluid temperature indicator normal

3= Time counter normal

4= Engine oil pressure alert indicator off

5= Battery charge warning alert off

6= Water temperature alarm light off

7= Warning light & Alert light off

3. Set the engine speed switch setting between idle and full throttle positions.
Run the engine about 5 minutes with no load at the intermediate rotational speed.
4. Unlock the locking levers and lift the bucket from the ground.

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5. Use the joysticks to extend and retract the bucket and arm cylinders to the end of their run.
Alternately run the bucket cylinder for 30 seconds then the arm cylinder for 30 seconds over
a total duration of around 5 minutes to raise the hydraulic oil temperature to at least 20°C.
IMPORTANT
When moving the accessory, make sure it does not hit the ground or the machine.

IMPORTANT
Check that there is no abnormal noise in the hydraulic circuit.

6. Check the colour of the exhaust gas, the noise and the vibrations of the machine.
7. Raise the locking lever to ensure that no handling of the equipment and no rotation of the
upper structure is possible with the joysticks.
8. Unlock the locking lever and activate the joysticks to check that everything is operating
normally.
9. If you observe the slightest anomaly during this procedure, contact your dealer.

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6 CHECKS AFTER USE
If the machine is used in a rocky place :
• Check for damage to the lower chassis.
If the machine is used in a dusty place :
• Check whether the air filter is clogged.
• Check the air filter cartridge regularly.
• Check whether the radiator vents are clogged.
• Clean or replace the fuel filter cartridge regularly.
• Clean the electrical equipment, particularly the starter and the alternator to avoid any dust
deposits.
If the machine is used in mud, snow or sand :
• Clean the machine.
• Check there are no cracks or damage.
• Check that no nuts or screws are missing.
• Apply grease to all equipment axes that have been submerged in mud, snow or sand.

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7 OPERATOR LCD DISPLAY STATION INTERFACES

1 = Menu change 1 = User Interface

2 = Maintenance interface
3 = Machine usage management interface
4 = Configuration interface

1. Press the "Menu Change" button to access the main menu.

2. Move the selection with the navigation keys F2 ( ) and F3 ( ) on the icon to select.
The colour of the selected icon is reversed (the icon background becomes black) and it is dis­
played above the other icons.
3. Confirm the selection by pressing F4 ( )

7.1 Indication of functions

This section of the menu indicates the functions of buttons F1 to F4.
Return to previous menu. Reset the selected value.
Displays the details of an information
Move the cursor over the object to notice (maintenance notice for
the left of the one selected. example).
Move the cursor over the object to Stop the buzzer that sounds when a pro­
the right of the one selected. blem arises.
Move the cursor over the object Select an object or validate a parameter.
above the one selected.
Move the cursor over the object be­ Increase the selected value by 1
low the one selected.

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7.2 User Interface

• The user interface displays the machine use infor­

mation (hour meter, fuel gauge) and information af­
ter a failure (error code and error icon).
• In case of malfunction, the visual indicator LED
lights up, the error code is displayed with the icon
and the buzzer sounds.
1 = Error Code
• For more information about the information dis­
2 = Error Icon played on the monitor
3 = Indicator lights 5.1.1 Indicator lights, page 15

7.3 Maintenance interface

• This interface allows you to check the mainte­

nance periods and cumulative elapsed time since the
last maintenance for each maintenance object.
• Information icon appears on the screen indicating
that the maintenance period for an object has been
reached.
1 = Displays the maintenance inter­
val screen IMPORTANT
2 = Displays the maintenance histo­ The maintenance time accumulator must be re­
ry screen set after the maintenance is performed.

• The date, duration and number of hours indicated

on the hour meter are recorded in the maintenance
history.

1 = Maintenance object icon

2 = Maintenance object name
3 = Time accumulated since the pre­
vious maintenance
4 = Maintenance interval

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Resetting the accumulated maintenance time

Following the maintenance completion, reset the main­

tenance time accumulator:
1. Select the maintenance interface.
2. Select the maintenance object using F4.
3. Reset the maintenance time by pressing F3.
Maintenance time goes to 0.
Note
To cancel the maintenance time reset, press
F1.
4. Press F4 to complete the process.
The display returns to the maintenance interface and
a confirmation sound is emitted.

Changing the maintenance interval

To change the maintenance interval, follow this

procedure:
1. Select the maintenance interface.
2. Select the maintenance object using F4.
3. Press the F2 key to select the first digit.
Note
To select the thousands, hundreds or tens di-
gits, repeatedly press F2.
4. To edit the highlighted number, press F3 to in-
crease the value by 1 until you reach the desired
value.
5. Press F4 to complete the process.
The display returns to the maintenance interface and
a confirmation sound is emitted.

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7.4 Machine usage management interface

• This interface allows you to check the machine hours of operation over a period of 90 days.
Hours of machine use for the selected month:
• The number of operating hours is shown approximately by a number of chips under the cor­
responding date and a time span:
■ 0.5~2.0h
■■ 2.0~4.0h
■■■ 4.0~8.0h
■■■■ 8.0h <

Hours of machine use for the selected day:

The hours of machine operation are displayed as follows:

1 = Number of hours in the morning.
2 = Number of hours in the afternoon.
3 = Total operating hours for the day.

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7.5 Configuration interface

This interface allows you to change the settings shown in the table below.

Language:
Changes the language used by the various interfaces.
Date and time setting:
If the battery in the machine is removed, the date and time settings will
be reset.
Sound parameter:
Adjusts the monitor to emit a confirmation sound when a button is pres­
sed. The buzzer sounds when the settings are changed or when a mal­
function is detected can not be removed.
Brightness setting:
Adjusts the brightness of LED visual indicators and the LCD screen
when the work light is in operation.

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8 USING THE MACHINE IN COLD WEATHER
8.1 Preparation for use in cold weather
• In cold weather, you may have difficulty starting the engine because the coolant and fuel
can be frozen.
• Consequently, take the following measures :
1. Use oil and fuel suitable for the outside temperature.
3 Recommended greases and fluids, page 136
2. Keep the battery charged. In cold weather, remove the battery after using the machine
and store it in a heated room to facilitate restarting the machine.
3. Turn the tap on the thermostat unit near the engine to open the heating circuit. Refer to
chapter
6 Operation of the air conditioning, page 42
8 Heating valve, page 47

8.2 Starting in cold weather

WARNING
Consult these pages and respect these safety instructions before starting up the
machine.

2.1 Precautions before starting the engine, page 64

1. Set the engine speed switch setting between idle and

full throttle positions.
2. Turn the key to the ON position.
a. Keep the key in the ON position to warm up the
engine until the "warm-up" icon no longer appears
on the screen.
b. When the glow plug icon no longer appears on
the screen, turn the key to the START position to
start the engine.
c. Release the key after the engine starts and it will
return itself to ON position.
3. When the engine speed increases, move the throttle switch to the idle position.
IMPORTANT
Do not leave the key in START position for over 10 seconds.
If the engine does not start, position the key at OFF. Wait 30 seconds then restart
the engine.
Moving or operating the machine without warming it up first may affect its
performance.

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8.3 Precautions after use

To avoid that the machine is jammed due to mud, water or frozen deposits on the rubber tracks :
1. Park the machine on firm, dry ground or place boards on the ground and park the machine
on these boards to avoid the tracks freezing on the ground.
2. Drain the water built up in the fuel system by turning the evacuation tap to avoid and
freezing.
3. Cover the battery or place it in a warm place and reinstall it on the machine the next
morning.

8.4 When cold weather is over

• When the exterior temperature increases, replace the engine oil and the fuel.
3 Recommended greases and fluids, page 136

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9 RUBBER TRACKS
9.1 Correct use of rubber tracks
• Rubber tracks have certain advantages over steel tracks. However, you cannot get the full
benefit out of rubber tracks if you use them in the same way as steel tracks.
• Use the rubber tracks moderately according to the conditions at the work site and the type
of work.

9.2 Comparison between rubber tracks / steel tracks

Rubber Steel
Low vibrations ◊ □
Gentle side movement (does not jerk) ◊ ○
Silent side movement ◊ □
Less damange to the ground ◊ □
Simple operation ◊ □
Resistance □ ◊
Traction power ◊ ◊
◊ = excellent
○ = good
□ = ordinary
• The rubber tracks have certain advantages that are inheritent to the material's unique pro­
perties. It is essential that you perfectly understand the properties of the rubber tracks and
comply with the handling and operating precautions for these tracks to extend their life span
and get the most out of them.

9.3 Rubber track warranty

• The rubber tracks are not guaranteed for repair and replacement if they are damaged fol­
lowing careless use by the user : lack of check of the track tension or incorrect maintenance,
use of the tracks on surfaces or terrain likely to damage them.

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9.4 Precautions for using rubber tracks

• Do not use them or pivot them on broken stones, a hard, rough rock base or around steel or
iron rods or the edges of iron plates.
• Do not use the machine on rocky ground such as a river bed as there is a risk that the tracks
will be damaged by gravel entering the runners or the tracks becoming loose. Pushing earth
by force will reduce the tracks' life span.
• Avoid the rubber becoming stained by oil, fuel or chemical solvents. If the tracks are dirty,
wipe them immediately. Do not travel across oily surfaces.
• When you do not use the machine for a period of over 3 months, avoid placing the tracks in
a place that is directly exposed to sunlight or rain.
• Never drive on heated surfaces such as fires in the open air, a steel plate exposed to the sun
or a hot asphalt road.
• Never drive on a track when the other track is held above the ground with the equipment.
This may damage the tracks or cause them to come off.
• Never turn on the spot on concrete or asphalt roads.
• Do not suddenly change the speed. You risk wearing or damaging the track.
• Never rotate on ground with a significant difference in level. Climb a step at a right angle
to avoid the tracks coming off.
• Gently lower a machine that has been raised from the ground with the equipment.
• We recommend not to handle materials that become oily once crushed (soya, wheat grains,
compressed colza oil yeast, etc.). After use, clean the machine fully with water.
• We recommend not to handle materials such as salt, ammonium sulphate, potassium chlo­
ride, potassium sulphate or super lime biphosphate. Transporting these materials risks damage
the metals' adhesion. After use, clean the machine fully with water.
• Avoid the tracks coming into contact with concrete walls.
• The tracks tend to slip on snow or icy roads. Check that you do not slip when moving or
working on a slope in cold weather.
• Operating the machine in extremely cold weather may damage the rubber tracks and reduce
their life span. Given the physical characteristics of rubber, observe the operating temperatu­
res specified in this manual.
• Do not damage the tracks with the bucket when using the machine.

• Do not drive on the boundary between a flat sur­

face and a slope to climb in reverse. Otherwise, re­
duce the speed.

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• Do not drive with a track on a slope or convex sur­

face (one that generates an angle of over 10°) and the
other track on flat ground; this will damage the tracks.
Drive with both tracks on the same flat surface.

• Keep the tracks at their adequate tension to avoid

them coming off. If the voltage is too low, the ma­
chine can throw a track in the following
circumstances:
– when there is a significant difference in level,
there is a spacing between the tracks and the
rollers.
1 = Track
2 = Track roller
– when you carry out side movement in reverse,
there is another spacing between the tension roller
and the track.
3 = Idle wheel
– when the machine is moving although the
tracks have been blocked to the side by an
obstacle.
– when the idler pulley and the rollers are not ali­
gned with respect to the tracks.
A = Chassis side
B = Rubber track side
– when you are reversing under these conditions.

9.5 Track maintenance

6.5 Rubber track maintenance, page 146

9.6 Track replacement

6.5.2 Track replacement, page 147

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10 HANDLING THE BUCKET
10.1 Machine stability when using with a bucket or an
accessory
• The maximum weight when in use in bucket mode or with accessories that ensures machine
dynamic stability in use. It corresponds to the maximum weight allowed at the end of the
empty arm.
• This weight is determined for the machine on a flat and firm ground under the most unfa­
vourable conditions and is indicated in the table below.
2 Lifting Cabin, page 170

1620 mm -

365 -

410 -

1 Lifting ViO38-6 Canopy, page 169

1620 mm -

350 -

395 -

• It must absolutely be taken into account by the operator before using the machine for exca­
vation, levelling operations or in working conditions with the accessories.
• Depending on the machine configuration (arm length, presence of a counterweight…) and
working conditions, the operator must make sure that:
– the equipment and accessories selection is made according to the nature of the task to
be carried out and according to the machine's stability limits.
– the total weight of the quick hitch, the accessories used (bucket, hydraulic hammer...)
and the load handled does not exceed the maximum weight allowed.
DANGER
Any excess can lead to a loss of stability of the machine and tip it over. YANMAR
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT EUROPE S.A.S. accepts no responsibility in case of
non compliance with the safety instructions described in this chapter.

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WARNING
When using the machine with a heavy accessory (bucket in loader mode or log loader for
example) associated with travel movement, the maximum weight guaranteeing the stabi­
lity of the machine and the loads shown in the lifting table must be reduced by 20%.

To determine the weight that your machine

will handle, make the following calculation:
Weight handled =
+ Weight of equipped quick hitch
Weight of the accessory (hammer,
+ empty bucket...)
Bucket load capacity x material
+ density)

This operation is reminded by a sticker affi­

xed in the cab interior and visible from the
driver's compartment.Compare the result with
the maximum weight under condition of use
with bucket, shovel or with accessories.

Weight of quick hitch and accessories (hammer, empty bucket...):

Please refer to the stickers or C.E. and manufacturer's plates affixed on the accessories moun­
ted on your machine.
C.E. sticker sample Manufacturer's plate example

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Weight of material handled:

The bucket loading capacity (or SAE volume) allows calculating the weight of material hand­
led in the bucket (in case of full buckets) and it takes into account the extra weight caused by
the dome piling of certain materials.To determine the weight of materials handled, make the
following calculation:
Weight of materials (kg) = Load Capacity (L) x Density

The density of the materials has a great in­

Materials Density fluence on the weight of the load handled.The
Sand 1,64 opposite table specifies the density of the
most commonly handled materials.
Clay 1,7
Mud 1,8
Gravel 1,5

10.2 Compatible accessories

• These accessories are given for 1.8 density materials with a full bucket forming a dome in
accordance with ISO standard 7451. For particular operations or with materials of different
densities (partial bucket filling due to fluid products such as mud) larger buckets may be
used.
• In this case it is the responsibility of the user to ensure that the machine stability limit is
not exceeded. The machine could tip over, which could cause serious physical injuries and ex­
tensive material damage.
10.1 Machine stability when using with a bucket or an accessory, page 100
• Do not use accessories that are not listed in this chapter. The user must ensure that the ac­
cessory is compatible with the capabilities of the machine and the task at hand. If in doubt,
contact the accessory manufacturer or dealer.

Mounting without quick hitch

Retro bucket G3700
Ditching bucket G3C1200
Swivel ditching bucket G3P1200
Bucket
G3700
Loading bucket G3C1200
G3P1200
Hydraulic hammer ACB00500

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Quick
Mechanical Module M1
hitch
cam
(ACB Morin) Retro bucket GMO13R0650
Bucket
Ditching bucket GMO13C1400
Swivel ditching bucket GMO13I1200
GMO13R0650
Loading bucket GMO13C1400
GMO13I1200
Hydraulic hammer ACC00500

Quick hitch GCSMS03A

Retro bucket GCS03AT0600
Ditching bucket GCS03AC1200
Mechanical
Swivel ditching bucket GCS03AP1000
wedge Bucket
(CSERI) GCS03AT0600
Loading bucket GCS03AC1200
GCS03AP1000
Hydraulic hammer ACD00500

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10.3 Operation of the retro bucket

• The retro bucket is adapted to dig the ground at a

level below the machine.
• The maximum digging force is obtained when the
angle between the bucket cylinder and the bucket arm
and the angle between the arm cylinder and the arm is
90°.

• For maximum effectiveness, handle the arm within

the range illustrated opposite : 45° forward and 30°
back.
• Do not move the equipment to the end of the cylin­
der run.

• To dig at a level above the machine, install the buc­

ket in the reverse position.
12.2.1 Loading bucket, page 109
10.1 Machine stability when using with a
bucket or an accessory, page 100

10.4 Digging trenches

• To increase the effectiveness of the machine, place

an appropriate bucket to dig a trench and position the
tracks in parallel on each side of the trench to be dug.
• To dig a wide trench, dig on the two sides then the
centre.
1 = Parallel

10.5 Loading

• To increase effectiveness, position the skip truck at

a location where the operator may view it and where
the machine's rotation angle is minimised.
• Load the earth from the back of the truck to facili­
tate loading and maximise the quantity of earth
loaded.

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11.1 Hydraulic hammer SOCOMEC
Usage recommendations
WARNING
Before using the machine with a hydraulic hammer, close the front wind shield to work
safely.

WARNING
During the work phase, keep everyone out of the 20m danger zone.

IMPORTANT

• The hammer must be at 90° to the working surface.

• In a submerged area, make sure that the water does not reach the body of the
hammer.

Note
The hammer can only operate within the following temperature range:
[-5°C ~ +45°C]
• To avoid damaging the structure of the hammer and minimize vibration, the operator must
be smooth when using the tool.Be sure to set the engine speed if you are using a hammer.
• Once the work requiring the hammer is finished, set the hammer vertically with respect to
the ground and leave it in this position to facilitate drainage of condensation on the side of the
piston.

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Tool change
1. Park the machine preferably on a stable, flat and level surface.
2. Place the accessory at about 30 cm above the ground in horizontal position.
3. Stop the engine.
4. To remove the tool from the housing:

a. Use a lever to press the pin and to push it into

its housing (2 cases possible depending on
model).
b. Use a second lever to press the stop swivel pin
and push it out completely.
c. Remove the tool from its seat.
1 = Housing
a = Pins
b = Stop swivel pin

5. Apply plenty of grease to the part in the new tool guide.

6. Manually fit the flat end of the tool into the guide.
7. Push and turn the tool in order to position it parallel to the pin housing
8. Use a lever to press the pin stop and make it fit into place
9. Insert the pin until the pin stop returns to its position.
Note
There are different forms of tools that can equip the hammer.Contact your dealer.
• If the hammer is inactive for a long period, you must:
– Pull out the tool and, after pushing the piston as high as possible (using a tube) grease it
thoroughly and reassemble the tool. This prevents oxidation of the piston end.
– Shelter the hammer in a confined area that is protected from the weather.

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12.1 Dismantling the accessory

A & B = Bucket or attachment bore

1. Place the machine on flat ground.

2. Place the accessory at about 5 cm above the ground.
3. Stop the engine.
4. Clean all the parts.
5. Remove the swivel pin from the A bore and the swivel pin from the B bore.
IMPORTANT

• Protect the various elements from dirt and dust.

• Take care not to damage seals on each bushing side.
• Check the good state of o-rings. Replace it if damaged.

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12.2 Mounting the accessory

IMPORTANT
Before using an accessory requiring hydraulic power, check the pressure compatibility
from the machine specifications chart.
1 Specifications, page 163

WARNING
Before mounting a bucket or an accessory on your machine, make sure that:

• the bucket or accessory is compatible with the

capabilities of your machine;
• the bucket or accessory mounting operation is
performed on a level and stable ground;
• the bucket or accessory is properly positioned
to be installed on the machine.

1. Clean and lubricate the bores.

2. Put the o-rings in place.
3. Align the arm bore with the bore A.
Add shims to compensate for play if necessary.
4. Insert the swivel pin into the bore A.
5. Align the pin bore with the bore B.
Add shims to compensate for play if necessary.
6. Insert the swivel pin into the bore B.
7. Install the stop systems depending on the accessory model mounted on the machine.

1 = Rings 3 = Pins
2 = Bolts 4 = Set screw

Note
Make sure to install the swivel pin stops cor­
rectly by positioning them with the flat plane
against the stop.

8. Grease the hinged parts.

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Special features concerning the hammers

1. Connect the coupled hoses from the hammer to the machine connections.
14 Implementing the 3rd hydraulic circuit, page 111
2. In the absence of quick hitchs, remove the plugs from the hoses on the machine and drain
the oil accumulated in the hoses.
Always drain the machine's oil into a safe container and never directly onto the ground.
3. Connect ports A and P, then ports B and T with hydraulic hoses.2

12.2.1 Loading bucket

IMPORTANT
Protect the various elements from dirt and dust.
Take care not to damage seals on each bushing side.

1 = Arm
2 = Bucket link

1. Clean and lubricate the bores.

2. Put the o-rings in place.
3. Align the pin bore with the bucket A bore.
Add shims to compensate for play if necessary.
4. Insert the swivel pin into bore A.
5. Lift the equipment and align the arm bore with the bucket B bore holding the bucket about
5 cm of the ground.
Add shims to compensate for play if necessary.
6. Insert the swivel pin into bore B.
7. Put the stop pins in place on axes A and B.
8. Grease the hinged parts.

2. Depending on the model

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13 LOAD LIFTING
Do not hang a load without the kit's lifting facilities.
9.3 Lifting Kit, page 50
WARNING
It is forbidden to lift loads over people.
Lifting operations are prohibited if the lifting accessory is resting on a sharp edge
of the equipment, which could damage it and cause it to drop the load.
IMPORTANT
It is forbidden to handle the loads without turning on the overload box.
When using the machine for log or long charge handling, the machine must be fit­
ted with a frontal protection structure.
To make lifting a load with the machine, use the following procedure:
1. Check that the WLL3 of the lifting accessories used are compatible with the load being
lifted.
2. See the load tables for your machine so you do not exceed these limits during the lifting
operation.
3. Install a device that can oppose the accidental release of the load on the machine's lifting
ring (with latch hook, shackle, eye...) and whose WLL3 is equal to or greater than the load to
be lifted.
4. Attach the load to be handled with the lifting accessory.
5. Pass the lifting accessory in the lifting device and lock the device.
6. Turn the overload housing switch to ON located in the machine's cab.
7. Lift the load slowly and smoothly.
Note
Never lift a load roughly; the quick movements and sudden stops can cause overloads.
IMPORTANT
Limit the load's lifting height as much as possible during handling.

3. Working Load Limit (WLL)

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14 IMPLEMENTING THE 3RD HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT
14.1 Description

1 = 3rd circuit selector

2 = 3rd hydraulic circuit control

CAUTION
Do not operate the controls of the 3rd circuit if there are no installed accessories.

14.1.1 3rd circuit selector

• Use this valve, located under the mat, to select the

3rd hydraulic circuit in single or dual effect.
A = 3rd circuit - dual effect
B = 3rd circuit - single effect with direct tank return

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14.2 Mounting the accessory

WARNING
Before performing any maintenance operation, remove residual pressure in the hydraulic
circuit.
2.1.1 Removing the residual pressure, page 131
Always drain the machine's oil into a safe container and never directly onto the ground.

1. Stop the engine.

2. Remove the caps.
3. Connect the hydraulic tool's hoses.
Hydraulic oil rate at nominal engine speed :
1 Specifications, page 163

14.3 Precautions for using the accessory

• Follow the procedures described in the user manual provided by the accessory's
manufacturer.
Hydraulic hammer (single action accessory)
• Set the return pipe selector valve to the position for a single action accessory.
• The hammer works when the proportional roller is operated.
Tilting bucket
• Position the return circuit selector valve to the position for a dual action accessory.
• Use the proportional roller to operate the accessory.

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15 TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE
WARNING
Choose a road taking account of the width, height and weight of the machine loaded on
the truck.
Transport the machine safely according to the rules associated with applicable
legislation.

15.1 Loading/unloading the machine

15.1.1 Precautions for loading/unloading the machine
• Load or unload the machine of a flat, firm surface, a good distance away from any verges.
• Use adequate power ramps with hooks at their extremities.
• Make sure the ramps are sufficiently wide, long and thick to hold the machine so that you
can load it and unload it safely. If the ramps flex excessively, consolidate them with wedges.
• Install the ramp safely on the truck deck so that they do not become detached.
• Clean grease, oil and any other slippery deposits from the ramps and remove the mud from
the tracks to avoid the machine sliding sideways on the plates.
• Do not load or unload the machine if the ramps are slippery due to rain, snow or frost.
• Load or unload the machine at reduced speed.
• Never change the direction of travel on the ramps. If you need to change your path, take
the ramps down, and do it on the ground.

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15.1.2 Procedure
1. Engage the truck's brake.
2. Position buttresses to immobilise the truck.
3. Position the ramp plates on the truck deck so that the centre of the truck and the centre of
the machine are aligned. Check that the left and right ramp plates are at the same level.
4. The angle between the ground and the ramp plates must be less than 15°.

1 = Ramps
2 = Wedge
3 = Stops

Note
Determine the spacing between the ramp plates based on the centre of the track
runners.
5. Place the accelerator pedal to idle position.
6. Direct the machine towards the ramp plates at low speed and load the machine onto the
truck. Do not use levers other than the side movement levers when travelling across the ramp
plates.

15.2 Immobilising the machine on the truck

Once the machine is in a suitable position on the truck, immobilise it as follows :

1. Lower the blade to the ground.
Fold the bucket and the arm to the maximum, then lower
the boom to wedge the arm on a wooden block.
3. Turn the key to OFF position to switch off the engine
and disconnect the electrical circuit. Remove the key
from the ignition.
a = Wedge
4. Lock the control levers with the locking lever.
Note
The hydraulic brake locks the rotation motor.

1 = Locking lever
2 = Left hand side

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15.3 Tying down the machine

WARNING
Do not perform the tie-down if a person stands on the machine or on an accessory.
WARNING
Use a tie-down accessory (belt, chain, cable) compatible with the
weight of the machine and compliant with European standards.
Check the tie-down accessory labelling to know the WLL4. In the ab­
sence of or damage to the accessory labelling, do not use it without be­
ing assured of its WLL4.

WARNING
Before transporting the machine, check the total height of the load.
2 Working dimensions, page 164

1. Check the condition of the transport vehicle surface. If the surface is greasy, it must be
cleaned before installing the machine on the transport vehicle.
Note
If the transport vehicle surface is steel, provide a non-slip mat or spacers to prevent
the machine tracks from slipping.
2. Check the WLL4 of the tie-down points of the transport vehicle, it must be at least the
WLL4 recommended for tying down the accessories.
D Lashing record, page 180
3. Check the location and condition of the machine tie-down points.
4. Tie-down the machine at the points provided for that purpose and that are indicated on the
machine.

4. Working Load Limit (WLL)

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Angle Value in degrees

3 Warning labels, page 6
α 20°-60°
β 10°-60°

IMPORTANT
If other tie-down methods are used, YANMAR CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT
EUROPE does not guarantee the machine tie-down.
The driver must ensure that the angles α and β are determined so that there is no de­
flection of the tie-down accessories.

a. Correctly position the hooks on the tie-down

points.
b. Be alert to where tie-down accessories pass;
they should not rest on sharp edges or have knots
present when tying down.
c. Make sure to load balance the various tie-
downs and do not overload them.

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15.4 Slinging the machine

WARNING
Never lift the machine with someone on it or on an accessory.
Use a slinging method that is compatible with the weight of the ma­
chine and that complies with current standards.
If you do not lift the machine as shown, it will be out of balance.
Do not pivot the machine when it has been raised.
Never walk under or beside a suspended machine.

1. Pivot the upper structure so that the blade is behind the operator's seat.
2. Lift the blade to the maximum limit.
3. Place the equipment in the longitudinal axis of the machine.
4. Place all the equipment cylinders to maximum extension (except the rotation cylinder).
5. Stop the engine, put the levers in the locked position and check that you have left nothing
around the operator's seat before leaving the machine.

A = Front side
B = Back side
a = Lifting holes at each end
3 Warning labels, page 6

• Lift the machine as follows:

1. Hook the shackles to the suspension holes at the
front (1 point) and the rear (2 points).
2. Load lifting accessories carefully.
3. Gently suspend the machine and wait until it sta­
bilises before continuing to lift it.

Length (m) WLL5 (t)

C 1,8 5
D 3,9 x 2 3

5. Working Load Limit (WLL)

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16 DETECTING ANOMALIES
16.1 Phenomena that do not constitute faults
The following phenomena are not faults :

• Bucket shaking
When the boom is raised immediately after the arm is
extended while the bucket is pulled back, the bucket
may shake. This is not a fault.

• Discontinuous movement of the arm

When you dig the ground with the arm, the arm may
slow down temporarily in an almost vertical position.
This is not a fault and occurs especially when the mo­
tor speed is low.
A = Slowdown is noticeable on this range.

• Shift in the position of the upper chassis

When you turn the machine suddenly, as in turning or pivoting, the upper chassis may be
slightly offset.
• Thermal shock for the side movement motor
If, during cold weather, the hydraulic oil temperature rises to over 60°C in relation to the exte­
rior temperature, during an unloading operation without movement after the engine starts the
machine may not pivot because of a thermal shock. This is not a fault.
• The rotation cylinder extends during excavation
The rotation cylinder may extend in certain situations or excavation positions. This is not a
fault.
• Delayed reaction to the response to change of speed
At slow engine rate, a reaction delay may occur when you reduce the speed. This phenome­
non is not a fault.

16.2 Detecting anomalies

• Contact your dealer when the solution to the problem is indicated in brackets in the tables
below.
• If an anomaly or a problem occurs and its cause is not one of those indicated below, ask
your dealer to carry out a repair.

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16.2.1 Engine

Problem Cause Solution

Check the cooling water level.If ne­
cessary, top up the water. (Check
Lack of cooling water.
any water leaks on and around the
Vapour comes filling hole).
out of the
radiator. Ventilator belt slack. Adjust the belt tension.
Build up of dust and tartar in the Drain the cooling circuit, clean it
cooling circuit. completely and fill it again.
Defective thermostat. Replace the thermostat.
The water tem­
perature alarm Raditator blade blocked or twisted. Clean or repair the blade.
light comes on.
Defective electric circuit. Check or replace the electric circuit.
Lack of fuel. Top up the fuel tank.
Repair the air leak. (Evacuate the air
Air in the fuel circuit. from the fuel circuit).
The starter Defective fuel injection pump or in­
works correctly (Replace the pump or the injector).
jector performance altered.
but the engine
does not start. Inadequate compression. (Check and repair).
Blown fuse. Replace the fuse.
Stop solenoid damaged. Broken (Check and repair).
filament.
Air filter element blocked. Clean or repair the element.
Black smoke es­
capes from the Altered injector performances. (Check and repair).
machine.
Inadequate compression. (Check and repair).
Drain the oil from the casing to the
Too much oil in the oil casing.
specified level.
The smoke is
white or blue- Inadequate fuel. Replace the fuel with a recommen­
white. ded fuel.
Piston or segment used. (Repair).

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16.2.2 Electrical equipment

Problem Cause Solution

Check and replace the electric
Positioning the Defective electric circuit.
circuit.
starter switch to
Replace the starter switch.
START does not Defective starter switch.
launch the starter Battery insufficiently charged. Recharge the battery.
motor.
Defective starter motor. (Check and repair).
The maximum Check the play and the proper
engine speed Defective electric circuit. connection of the terminals. Repair
does not provide if necessary.
enough power to
the lights. Defective alternator or regulator. (Check and repair).
When the engine
is running, the
lamp is very Defective regulator. (Replace the regulator).
bright and burns
out frequently.
Battery leak. Defective battery. Replace the battery.
Check and replace the electric
Defective electric circuit.
circuit.
The starter speed
is too low. Battery insufficiently charged. Recharge the battery.
Defective starter motor. (Check and repair).

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16.2.3 Machine structure

Problem Cause Solution
Lack of pressure due to wear on the
(Replace the hydraulic pump).
hydraulic pump.
Pressure drop in the distributor be­ (Check and repair the valves).
The power or
low the set value.
speed of the
moving parts is Damaged hydraulic cylinder. (Check and repair).
low.
Insufficient quantity of hydraulic Fill the hydraulic oil to the required
oil. level.
Clogged filter. Clean or replace the filter.
The rotation brake is not unlocked. Unlock the rotation locking lever.
The upper part
does not rotate or Insufficient quantity of grease. Check and lubricate.
does not rotate Defective rotation brake valve. (Check and repair).
smoothly.
Defective rotation motor. (Check and repair).
The hydraulic oil Insufficient quantity of hydraulic Fill the hydraulic oil to the required
temperature is oil. level.
too high. Overload Reduce the load.
Track incorrectly tightened or fo­
Adjust or clean.
reign body jammed.
The machine Damaged hydraulic motor. (Check and repair).
does not move
Defective hydraulic pump. (Check and repair).
forward in a
straight line. Defective safety valve. (Check and repair).
Sprocket, tightening roller or trac­
(Check and repair).
ker roller damaged.

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17 IF THE BATTERY IS DISCHARGED
17.1 Precautions for connecting and disconnecting the starter
cables
WARNING

• When you start the engine using connection cables, wear protective goggles.
• If you start the engine by taking electrical power from another machine, check that
your machine does not come into contact with the other machine.
• To connect the starter cables, start with the positive terminal. To disconnect them,
start with the negative terminal (mass).
• If a tool comes into contact with the machine's positive terminal, there is a risk of
sparks.
• Do not connect the connection cables to the terminals in reverse polarity. For exam­
ple, never connect the negative terminal on one machine to the positive terminal on the
other machine.

• The capacity of the starter cables and the size of the clips must be adapted to the size of
the battery.
• Check that there is no damage, cracks or corrosion on the starter cables and clips.
• The machines' batteries must have the same capacity.

17.2 Connecting the starter cables

1. Set the start switches on both machines to OFF.

2. Connect the clip of the red starter cable (A) to the
positive terminal of the battery on the machine that
has broken down.
3. Connect the other clip of the red starter cable (A) to
BS = backup battery the positive terminal of the battery on the repair
machine.
BP = battery broken down
4. Connect the clip of the black starter cable (B) to the
MP = machine engine broken down negative terminal of the battery on the repairing
machine.
5. Connect the other clip of the black starter cable (B)
to the engine block of the machine that has broken
down.

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17.3 Starting the engine

1. Check that the cables are connected safely to the battery terminals.
2. Start the engine on the repair machine and increase the engine speed to maximum.
3. Turn the starter switch of the machine that has broken down to START to start the engine.
If the engine does not start, wait at least two minutes before trying again. Do not stop the en­
gine on the repair machine and keep the engine speed at full rate.

17.4 Disconnecting the starter cables

• After starting the engine on the machine that has broken down, disconnect the starter cables
in reverse order to the connection procedure.

1. Remove the clip of the black starter cable (B) from

the engine block of the machine that has broken
down.
2. Remove the clip of the black starter cable (B) from
the negative terminal of the battery on the repairing
machine.
BS = backup battery
3. Remove the clip of the red starter cable (A) from
BP = battery broken down the positive terminal of the battery on the repairing
MP = machine engine broken down machine.
4. Remove the clip of the red starter cable (A) from
the positive terminal of the battery on machine that
has broken down.

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17.5 Charging the battery

Disconnecting

• To disconnect, start with the negative terminal. (-)

Charging the battery

WARNING
Remove the cables from the positive and negative terminals of the battery before setting
the battery to charge. Otherwise, abnormal voltage may be applied to the alternator and
may damage it.

WARNING
Do not connect the connection cables to the terminals in reverse polarity. For example,
never connect the negative terminal on one machine to the positive terminal on the other
machine. A polarity reversal may damage the alternator.

• When the battery is charging, remove all the plugs to release the gases generated.
• If the battery overheats (the electrolyte temperature exceeds 45°C), stop the operation.
• Stop the charging operation as soon as the battery is charged. If you continue, the following
faults may occur :
– battery overload
– reduction in the battery electrolyte
– battery failure
• The battery must only be handled once the cables have been disconnected (except for
checking the level of electrolyte and the specified electrolyte density measurement).
Connecting

• To connect, start with the positive terminal. (+)

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18 TOWING THE MACHINE
WARNING
Always tow a machine that has broken down in complete safety by using the suitable
tools. An unsuitable procedure may cause serious physical injuries.

IMPORTANT
Check that the metal cables, the slings and the towing mechanisms to be used are resistant
enough and that they are not cracked or broken. Never tow the machine that is only atta­
ched to a hook.

• When the machine gets stuck in the mud and cannot

get out on its own, or when it is towing a heavy ob­
ject, attach the sling as shown opposite.
1 = Shackles
2 = Slings
3 = Lifting holes

• Minimum capacities of the coupling devices to use:

WLL6 (t)
Shackles ≥8
Slings ≥8

• When towing a machine with another machine, use a metal cable that is powerful enough
for the machine's weight.
• Never tow the machine on a slope.
• Never use a deformed or damaged towing cable.
• Do not roll over the towing cable or the metal cable.
• When you hook on an object to be towed, make sure that there is no-one between the ma­
chine and the object.

6. Working Load Limit (WLL)

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C Periodic maintenance
programme
CHAPTER COVERED IN THIS PART:
1 PERIODIC INSPECTIONS AND UPKEEPS
2 MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
3 RECOMMENDED GREASES AND FLUIDS
4 FIRST MAINTENANCE
5 LIST OF PERIODIC INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
6 MAINTENANCE BY THE OPERATOR
7 MAINTENANCE BY THE DEALER

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1 PERIODIC INSPECTIONS AND UPKEEPS
○: Verification and adjustment ●: Replacement □: Cleaning ■: Greasing

Every
Every
2000h /
Parts & Operations Daily Every 50h Every 500h 1000h /
Every two
Every year
years

Missing or broken parts ○

Tightening of nuts and bolts ○
General
Engine and battery in good condition ○
Machine □
Travel gears ● 1st time ○ ●
Transmissions
Rotation reducer ● 1st time ○ ●
Hydraulic oil ○ ●
Hydraulic circuit Aspiration filter □
Hydraulic oil return filter ● 1st time ●
Operation of the accumulator ○
Greasing points ■
Greasing
Rotation pin and crown ■
Bearing rollers and bearings, idler wheels ○ ■
Chassis
Track tension ○
Headlights, horn, travel alarm ○
Electrical equipment Dashboard and indicators ○
System state ○
Water separator ○
GO filter ●
Air filter (dusty atmosphere every 250 h) ●
Engine oil ○ ● 1st time ●7
Oil filter ● 1st time ●7
Engine
Cooling fluid ○ ●
Belt ○ ●
Radiator vents ○ □
Fuel hose, coolant hose ●
Intake and exhaust valves ○
Injectors and injection pressure ○
EGR valve □
Air conditioning ○

7. Every 500h / Every year

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1 Periodic inspections and upkeeps

Scheduled maintenance points of the machine (lubrication, filters...)

= Hydraulic oil

= Engine oil

= Hydraulic oil return filter

= Travel gears

= Greasing points

= Air filter

= Fuel filter
= Oil filter

Dependent on technical modifications.

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2 MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
No maintenance operations described in this guide are to be performed with the engine
running; please refer to the Maintenance Manuel for any other operation.

2.1 Precautions before maintenance

2.1.1 Removing the residual pressure
Before performing any maintenance operation, remove residual pressure in the hydraulic circuit.
1. Perform the machine's parking operations.
2.4 Parking precautions, page 76
2. Turn the key to the OFF position to stop the machine's engine, then turn it to the ON
position.
Note
The locking lever must be lowered.
3. Handle the following controls several times to remove the residual pressure:
• Left command lever (Arm & Rotation of the upper part )
• Right command lever (Boom & Bucket )
• Blade lever
• 3rd hydraulic circuit control (P.T.O. 1)
4. Set the starter key to OFF position.
5. Remove the key from the ignition.
The residual pressure in the accumulator is removed and there is no more pressure in the hydrau­
lic circuit.

2.1.2 Place a warning label

WARNING
Do not operate the control lever during servicing.
Maintenance personnel may be seriously injured.

Place a "MAINTENANCE IN PROGRESS" label on the machine and on the joysticks.

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2.1.3 Establish a safety perimeter

• Anyone who is not part of the maintenance team must be kept away from the working area.
• Pay attention to the safety of people nearby, notably during milling or welding operations
or when a hammer is used.

2.1.4 Keep the machine clean

• Cleaning the machine will enable you to detect any

leaks and defective parts quickly.
• Especially clean the filler cap, the vent hole and oil
level glass gauge and prevent dust from mixing there.

• Spots of oil or grease or dispersed part fragments are dangerous and may cause slipping.
• Any water that gets into the electrical system may cause it to malfunction, leading to defec­
tive operation of the machine. This also risks causing short circuits that may cause a fire or
electric shock.
• Do not spray any vapour directly onto the sensors or connectors.
• Do not use harsh chemicals to clean the machine, as these affect the visual and technical
characteristics of the machine components.These products may also deteriorate the rigidity of
the tank.
• Do not spill any water onto the dashboard.
• Do not spray water directly at high pressure onto the radiator or the oil radiator.
• Do not point the pressure washers on the electrical connectors.

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2.2 Precautions during maintenance

2.2.1 Oil and grease

• Always use oils and greases recommended by

YANMAR.
3 Recommended greases and fluids, page 136
• Use clean oils and greases. Avoid any contamina­
tion by dust.

WARNING
Oil, grease or other fluids may be sprayed when certain parts are maintained.
For maintenance in complete safety, respect to the letter the procedures described in the
following chapters.

IMPORTANT
Do not mix different types of oils.If you need to top up the oil with an oil of a different
brand or type from the oil left in the tank, remove the remaining oil completely.

2.2.2 Tools

• Use tools that are adapted to the planned task.

• The use of damaged , worn or inappropriate tools is
very dangerous and there is a risk that the machine
will be damaged.

2.2.3 Parts
• Use YANMAR original parts as recommended in the parts catalogue.
• Clean parts with a non-combustible and non-aggressive detergent.
• If you need to remove a seal or a hydraulic component, refer to the maintenance manual.

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2.2.4 Dismantling the accessory

• If the scheduled task requires the dismantling of the

accessory, remove it carefully by following the ins­
tructions described in this manual.
12.1 Dismantling the accessory, page 107
• Reinstall it carefully and follow the instructions
described in this manual.
12.2 Mounting the accessory, page 108

2.2.5 Working under the machine

• Before you carry out any maintenance or repairs under the machine, place the accessory on
the ground or in its lowest position.

DANGER
Park the machine on flat, firm ground.
If the machine is not stable, do not carry out any
maintenance under the machine.

2.2.6 Lighting

• Use flameproof lighting when checking the fuel,

oil, cooling water or battery electrolyte. If you do not,
there is a risk of fire and explosion.

2.2.7 Battery

• Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery

to disconnect the electric current when working on the
electrical circuit (repair, welding).

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2.2.8 Hoses

• Do not fold the high pressure hoses. Do not strike

them against any hard objects.
• Damaged or incorrectly bent hoses, pipes and
ducts explode easily under high pressure ; never re­
use them.
• Fuel and oil leaks may cause a fire.

2.2.9 Radiator ventilator

WARNING
Never touch the moving radiator ventilator or the
ventilator belt with an object as this may cause se­
rious physical injuries.

2.2.10 Soldering
If you need to solder, respect the following points :
• Disconnect the battery cabling (negative terminal then positive terminal).
• Ground the machine no more than 1 metre away from the part to be welded.
• Make sure there are no seals or bearings between the soldered part and the earthed part.
• Do not earth near the axes of the equipment or the hydraulic cylinder.

2.2.11 Waste processing

• Always drain the machine's oil into a safe container

and never directly onto the ground.
• When you get rid of toxic waste such as fuel, oil,
cooling water, solvents, filters and used batteries, res­
pect the regulations that apply to this subject.

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1 = Engine oil 6 = Track roller

2 = Fuel tank 7 = Support roller
3 = Hydraulic oil 8 = Cooling system
4 = Sprocket wheel 9 = Tightener
5 = Idle wheel

• Select a fuel and an oil according to the machine's operating temperature.

• The machines may run on type B bio diesel.
• Always use a Yanmar long-life cooling fluid.
IMPORTANT
Do not mix different types of oils.If you need to top up the oil with an oil of a different
brand or type from the oil left in the tank, remove the remaining oil completely.
Temperatures °C
Components Fluid Quantity prescribed (L)
- -20 -10 0 10 20 30 +
SAE 10W CD
Thermal engine Engine oil SAE 10W-30 CD 7,3
–
SAE 15W-40 CD
Travel gears Box oil SAE 90 (GL-4) 0,5 by reducer

40 in the tank
Hydraulic circuit Hydraulic oil ISO VG46
22 the rest
N° 2-D

Fuel tank Diesel N° 3-D 41 –

N° 3-D (S)

3,8 Radiator
Cooling system Long-life cooling fluid YANMAR POWER COOLANT B–36
0,4 the expansion flask

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4.1 After the first 50 hours of service
• Have the engine oil and the engine oil filter element replaced.
• Replace the side movement reducer oil.
• Greasing the pin and rotation crown
• Replace the hydraulic fluid return filter element.
• Contact your dealer.

4.2 After the first 250 hours of service

• Replace the fuel filter.
• Contact your dealer.
1 Periodic inspections and upkeeps, page 129

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OPERATIONS

• The table below indicates the maintenance intervals to be respected for optimum operation
of the machine. Read the machine's time counter every day to check whether a procedure
should be implemented.
• The inspection sheets provided at the end of this manual enable you to keep a trace of the
maintenance operations carried out.
IMPORTANT
These are frequencies : for example the operations to be carried out every 50 hours must
be carried out at 50h, 100h, 150h, 200h, etc.

• Certain intervals may vary if a hydraulic hammer is used. Refer to the corresponding notes.

Note
• If a hydraulic hammer is used, the re­
turn filter must be replaced after 100 or
150 hours of service for a new machine,
then according to the diagram opposite.
• The hydraulic oil must be replaced
more frequently if a hydraulic hammer
is used. Comply with the diagram
opposite.
1 = Hydraulic oil
2 = Hydraulic oil return filter
X = Hydraulic hammer usage rate (%)
Y = Replacement interval (h)

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Parts Operations

Daily

Machine
6.1.1 Checking the machine before use, page 141

Commands
6.1.3 Checking the commands, page 141

Seat
6.1.4 Checking the seat, page 141

Greasing points
6.1.5 Greasing points, page 142

Hydraulic oil
4.5 Checking and topping up the hydraulic oil
level, page 85

Hydraulic hoses
6.1.8 Checking the hydraulic hoses, page 144

Fuel hoses
6.1.9 Visual inspection of the fuel hoses, page 144

Fuel tank
4.4 Checking and topping up the fuel level, page 84

Engine oil
4.3 Checking and topping up the engine oil level, page 83

Cooling fluid
4.2 Checking and topping up the level of cooling
fluid, page 82

Tracks
6.5 Rubber track maintenance, page 146

Radiator vents Check

Alternator belt Tension check
Decanter/separator
6.1.6 Cleaning the separator/decanter, page 143

Operation of the accumulator Check

Electrical circuit Check

Motor state
16.2.1 Engine, page 119

Bearing rollers and bearings, idler wheels Check

Every two weeks

Air conditioning/heating system

6.3.1 Checking the air conditioning/heating
system, page 145

Every 50h

Rotation pin and crown

6.2.1 Greasing the pin and rotation crown, page 144

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Parts Operations

Every 500h

Side movement and acceleration levers Verification and adjustment

Rotation reducer Replenish engine oil

Travel gears Replenish engine oil

Hydraulic oil return filter Replacement

Fuel filter Replacement

Air filter Replacement

Engine oil 8 Replacement

Oil filter8 Replacing the element

Radiator vents Cleaning

Every 1000h

Hydraulic oil Replacement

Aspiration filter Cleaning or replacement depending on the filter

Rotation reducer Oil replacement

Travel gears Oil replacement

Decanter/separator Replacement

Alternator belt Replacement

Intake and exhaust valves Play adjustment

Cylinder head block Bolt re-tightening

Fuel pump Check

Bearing rollers and bearings, idler wheels Greasing

Air conditioning/heating system Cleaning

EGR valve Cleaning

Every 2000h

Cooling fluid Replacement

Injectors and injection pressure Inspection and calilbration

Fuel hose, coolant hose Verification and replacement

Fuel pump Adjustment check

Non periodic

Fuses
6.4.1 Fuse replacement, page 145

Windscreen washer (for cab)

6.4.2 Top up the windscreen washer fluid, page 146

Windscreen wiper
6.4.3 Replacing the windscreen wiper, page 146

Tracks
6.5 Rubber track maintenance, page 146

8. Every 500h / Every year

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6.1 Daily maintenance
6.1.1 Checking the machine before use
• Before each use of the machine, visually check the following :
– No missing, broken or loose parts
– Ventilator belt correctly tightened
– No oil, water or fuel leaks
– Engine and battery in good condition
• To detect leaks, wear protective goggles and thick gloves. Use a piece of card or plywood
to detect leaks/sprays of hot oil. Consult a doctor immediately if you are hit with any oil.
• Also check that the time counter, the headlights, the alarm and the lights are working
correctly.
• If an element is not working or you think it is defective, shut down the machine's engine
immediately and contact your dealer.

6.1.2 Checks after using the machine

After each use, several checks must be carried out according to how the machine is used ; refer
to chapter :
6 Checks after use, page 89

6.1.3 Checking the commands

• Operate the commands.
• Release the levers, they should return to neutral position themselves.
• If they do not, contact your dealer.

6.1.4 Checking the seat

Check that the safety belt is present and in good condition.

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6.1.5 Greasing points

• Grease the machine swivel pins daily using the nipples, and also before using the machine
or after use in the rain, on soft ground or in muddy water.
• Proceed as follows :
1. Lower the bucket and the blade to the ground.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Clean the greasing connectors indicated by the arrows on the figures.
4. Grease them with a grease pump.
5. Wipe off the excess grease with a cloth or equivalent.

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6.1.6 Cleaning the separator/decanter

WARNING
Keep all sparks, flames or cigarettes away.
At operating temperature, the engine components are red hot and may cause burns.
Disconnect the battery mass and clean the separator when the engine has cooled down
enough.
A diesel leak or spray onto a red hot element may cause a fire.

1. Open the bonnet with the ignition key.

2. Place a container under the separator.
3. Close the fuel inlet tap.
4. Loosen the drain valve to drain the separator.
5. Unscrew the separator bowl to remove it.
1 = Fuel filter
6. Remove the bowl.
2 = Decanter/separator
Note
Remove the bowl carefully to avoid spilling
any fuel. If you spill any fuel, wipe it up with a
cloth.
7. Empty into the container. Take care not to lose the
ring.
1 = Tightening ring 8. Remove the filter and replace with a new filter.
2 = Bowl 9. Clean the ring and the inside of the bowl with clean
fuel or a cleaning agent.
3 = Ring
10. Checkthat the o-ring is not damaged or deformed.
4 = Drain valve Replace it if necessary.
11.Refit the element and the bowl.
Reinstall the bowl with the ring inside.
12. Tighten the separator drain valve.
13. Wipe the drain hose and return it to the engine
compartment.
14. Openthe fuel inlet tap.
15. Closethe engine bonnet.

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6.1.7 Purging the fuel tank

DANGER
Keep all sparks, flames or cigarettes away.

1. Pivot the upper structure so that the drainage cap is

opposite the blade between the two tracks.
2. Place all the boom rotation cylinder to maximum
extension.
3. Remove the hose from its housing.
1 = Purge tap 4. Place a container to catch the fuel residue under the
hose.
5. Open the tap to purge the water and dirt left in the
tank.
6. As soon as clean fuel starts coming out, close the
purge tap.

6.1.8 Checking the hydraulic hoses

• Visually check that there are no oil leaks from the hydraulic hose connectors.

6.1.9 Visual inspection of the fuel hoses

• Visually check that the fuel does not leak from the fuel hose connectors.
• Also check that the hoses are not damaged. If there are any faults, contact your dealer.
• The fuel hoses must be changed every 2 years or every 2000 hours of service. Contact your
dealer.

6.2 Maintenance every 50 hours

6.2.1 Greasing the pin and rotation crown

• Using a grease pump, grease the pin and the rota­

tion crown at the greasers indicated with arrows on
the figure opposite.
a = Rotation crown
b = Pin

• Slowly pivot the upper structure until it has made one complete turn.
WARNING
Do not pivot the upper structure during greasing. Grease and pivot alternately to avoid
any injury.

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6.3 Maintenance every 15 days

6.3.1 Checking the air conditioning/heating system
1. Run the air conditioning.
6 Operation of the air conditioning, page 42
2. Check the amount of dirt on the air conditioning / heating aspiration filters. If necessary,
contact your dealer to replace them.
3. Check the operation (ventilation and speeds) of the heating evaporator and the ventilation
on the condenser.
4. Check the amount of dirt on the condenser. If there is too much dirt on it the air condition­
ing unit's performances will be altered. Clean it with air or pressurised water. Make sure that
you do not damage the condenser vents.
IMPORTANT
Do not put anything in the condenser compartment. This will block the passage of air on
this exchanger and damage the air conditioning unit's performances, or even damage
the cooling system (particularly the compressor).

5. In the event of a malfunction to the air conditioning/heating system, contact your dealer.

6.4 Non periodic maintenance

6.4.1 Fuse replacement

1. Set the starter key to OFF position.

2. Remove the lid from the fusebox.
3. Identify the burnt out fuse.
4. Replace it with an equivalent fuse.

Fuse strip General supply fuses

IMPORTANT
An unsuitable fuse or a fuse holder with a short circuit may cause overheating and damage
the electrical circuit or the electrical components.

• If a fuse burns out immediately after it is replaced, this means there is a problem in the
electric circuit. Contact your dealer for a diagnostic and an intervention.

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6.4.2 Top up the windscreen washer fluid

1. Open the windscreen washer tank.

2. Top up the windscreen washer fluid. Do not over
fill the windscreen washer tank.
1 = Windscreen washer tank
IMPORTANT
Do not let any impurities into the tank.

6.4.3 Replacing the windscreen wiper

• Replace the windscreen wiper when it no longer cleans the windscreen correctly. Follow
the procedure indicated by the windscreen wiper manufacturer.

6.4.4 Accessory state check

• When working on an accessory, please contact your dealer or refer to the manufacturer user
manual supplied with the accessory.

6.5 Rubber track maintenance

6.5.1 Checking the condition of the tracks
• The wear to the rubber tracks depends on the working conditions and the nature of the
ground. Regularly check the wear and tension of the tracks.
Note
A new track must be checked for the first time after 30 hours.
Height of the fixing nuts

• If height A is reduced by wear, the traction power

reduces.
• If A is lower than or equal to 5 mm, replace the
track.
1 = Track roller
2 = Track

• If the track steel cables are uncovered over two or

more joints, replace the tracks.
• If two or more links in the steel cable inside the
track are exposed due to wear on the feet, replace the
track.
1 = Exposed steel cables

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Steel cables for the rubber tracks

• If half or more of the cable bed is broken, replace

the track.

Metal insert

• If the metal inserts detach even at a single place, re­

place the track.
1 = Detachment of the metal insert

Greaser
• If the tracks are relaxed even after adjusting the tension, the lubrication nipple may have an
internal failure. Contact your dealer for repair.
Crack

• If a crack appears between the track attachment in­

serts, repair it if the length of the crack reaches
60 mm. If the interior steel cable is exposed, repair
the track immediately even if the crack is a small one.
• If the length of the crack is less than 30 mm or if
the depth of the crack is less than 10 mm, you do not
1 = Repair if over 60 mm need to repair the track.
2 = Not yet to be repaired

• To find out whether the track must be replaced, repaired or you can continue to use it,
contact your YANMAR dealer.

6.5.2 Track replacement

• If a track (or both tracks) needs to be replaced, contact your dealer.
• A new track must be checked for the first time after 30 hours.

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6.5.3 Tension check

1. Move the machine so that the seal on the internal sur­

face of the track is placed in the centre of the upper
chassis.
A = Mark inside the track
1 = Cover
2 = Idle wheel

2. Raise the machine with the equipment by activating

the command lever.

WARNING
Do not support the machine with the accessory only. The command levers may move or hy­
draulic oil may spill accidentally and cause the machine to fall.
When the machine is checked or adjusted by two people, one of them must commission the
machine according to the signals given by the other person.
Be sure to perform the track tension verification on a firm and even surface. It is strictly
forbidden to be positioned under the machine for the duration of the operation.

3. Check the tension. The play H between the external

rolling surface of the second track roller on the tightener
roller and the internal surface of the track must be
8 ~ 13 mm.
1 = Greaser
2 = Track roller
3 = Track

• If the tension is incorrect, follow the procedures given in the following chapters to increase
or release the track tension.
IMPORTANT
Perform a task with a relaxed track link may derail the track or cause premature wear of
the undercarriage.

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6.5.4 Increasing the tension

1. Prepare a grease pump.

2. Loosen the two screws and rotate the bottom cover
to access the lubrication nipple.
3. Raise the machine with the equipment by activating
the command lever.
1 = Cover WARNING
Do not support the machine with the accessory on­
ly. The command levers may move or hydraulic oil
may spill accidentally and cause the machine to
fall.
When the machine is checked or adjusted by two
people, one of them must commission the machine
according to the signals given by the other person.
Be sure to perform the track tension verification
on a firm and even surface. It is strictly forbidden
to be positioned under the machine for the dura­
tion of the operation.

1 = Greaser 4. Using the grease pump, inject grease with the grea­
ser so that the play H is between 8 ~ 13 mm.
2 = Track roller
5. Proceed with the track tensioning.To check that the
3 = Track tension is correct, put the machine down and move it
gently forwards and backwards.
6. Check the tension again. If it is still not correct, ad­
just it again.
7. Re-install the cover.

• The tension may be adjusted until the distance "a" is reduced to 0. If the tension is still in­
sufficient, the track must be replaced due to excessive wear. Contact your dealer for repair.
• If the tension is weak, even after grease is injected, the track must be replaced or a system
tension check must be performed. Contact your dealer.

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6.5.5 Releasing the tension

WARNING
Do not loosen the greaser by more than one turn.
If it is loosened suddenly, the high pressure grease inside may
escape or the valve may be ejected, which may cause serious
injuries.
When you check whether the grease has escaped, do not look inside the greaser but check
that the track is released. Do not place your face, hand, legs or body in the direction of
the greaser.
It is very dangerous to remove the grease using procedures other than those described
here. If the track cannot be relaxed, ask your YANMAR dealer to intervene.

1. Loosen the two screws and rotate the bottom cover to ac­
cess the lubrication nipple.
2. Raise the machine with the equipment by activating the
command lever.
WARNING
1 = Cover Do not support the machine with the accessory on­
ly. The command levers may move or hydraulic oil
may spill accidentally and cause the machine to
fall.
When the machine is checked or adjusted by two
people, one of them must commission the machine
according to the signals given by the other person.
Be sure to perform the track tension verification
on a firm and even surface. It is strictly forbidden
to be positioned under the machine for the dura­
tion of the operation.
3. Loosen the greaser.
1 = Greaser 4. Let the grease escape so that the track will extend.
2 = Track roller 5. Tighten the greaser.
3 = Track Tightening torque : 49,0 N•m.

6. Proceed with the track tensioning.

7. Check the tension again. If it is still not correct, adjust it again.
8. Wipe off the excess grease with a cloth or equivalent.
9. Re-install the cover.
IMPORTANT
The rubber track does not resist grease. Wipe the grease off completely as it may
reduce the life time of the rubber tracks.

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6.6 Steel track maintenance

6.6.1 Checking the condition of the tracks
• The wear to the track pins and pegs depends on the working conditions and the nature of
the ground. Check the track tension regularly to maintain suitable tension.
• Check and adjust the track tension under the same conditions as the operating conditions
(for example, muddy conditions if the task is carried out on muddy ground).
• To find out whether the track must be replaced, repaired or you can continue to use it,
contact your YANMAR dealer.

6.6.2 Track replacement

• If a track (or both tracks) needs to be replaced, contact your dealer.

6.6.3 Tension check

1. Raise the machine with the equipment by activating

the command lever.

WARNING
Do not support the machine with the accessory only. The command levers may move or hy­
draulic oil may spill accidentally and cause the machine to fall.
When the machine is checked or adjusted by two people, one of them must commission the
machine according to the signals given by the other person.
Be sure to perform the track tension verification on a firm and even surface. It is strictly
forbidden to be positioned under the machine for the duration of the operation.

2. Check the tension. The play between the lower part of

the lower chassis and the internal side of the machine
must be 125 ~ 135 mm.
3. If the tension is incorrect, follow the procedures given
in the following chapters to increase or release the track
tension.

IMPORTANT
Perform a task with a relaxed track link may derail the track or cause premature wear of
the undercarriage.

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6.6.4 Increasing the tension

1. Prepare a grease pump.

2. Loosen the two screws and rotate the bottom cover
to access the lubrication nipple.
3. Raise the machine with the equipment by activating
the command lever.
1 = Cover WARNING
Do not support the machine with the accessory on­
ly. The command levers may move or hydraulic oil
may spill accidentally and cause the machine to
fall.
When the machine is checked or adjusted by two
people, one of them must commission the machine
according to the signals given by the other person.
Be sure to perform the track tension verification
on a firm and even surface. It is strictly forbidden
to be positioned under the machine for the dura­
tion of the operation.

4. Using the grease pump, inject grease with the grea­

ser so that the play H is between 125 ~ 135 mm.
5. To check that the tension is correct, put the machine
down and move it gently forwards and backwards.
6. Check the tension again. If it is still not correct, ad­
just it again.
7. Re-install the cover.

Note
The tension may be adjusted until the distance "a" is reduced to 0. If the tension is insuf­
ficient after being adjusted, the pin and the peg must be replaced. Contact your dealer for
repair.
Note
If the tension is weak even after grease is injected, the track must be replaced. Contact
your dealer.

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6.6.5 Releasing the tension

WARNING
Do not loosen the greaser by more than one turn.
If it is loosened suddenly, the high pressure grease inside may
escape or the valve may be ejected, which may cause serious
injuries.
When you check whether the grease has escaped, do not look inside the greaser but
check that the track is released. Do not place your face, hand, legs or body in the direc­
tion of the greaser.
It is very dangerous to remove the grease using procedures other than those described
here. If the track cannot be relaxed, ask your YANMAR dealer to intervene.

1. Loosen the two screws and rotate the bottom cover to ac­
cess the lubrication nipple.
2. Raise the machine with the equipment by activating the
command lever.
WARNING
1 = Cover Do not support the machine with the accessory
only. The command levers may move or hydrau­
lic oil may spill accidentally and cause the ma­
chine to fall.
When the machine is checked or adjusted by two
people, one of them must commission the ma­
chine according to the signals given by the other
person.
Be sure to perform the track tension verification
on a firm and even surface. It is strictly forbidden
to be positioned under the machine for the dura­
tion of the operation.
3. Loosen the greaser.
4. Let the grease escape so that the track will extend.
5. Tighten the greaser.
Tightening torque : 49,0 N•m.
6. To check that the tension is correct, put the machine down
and move it gently forwards and backwards.
7. Check the tension again. If it is still not correct, adjust it
again.
8. Wipe off the excess grease with a cloth or equivalent.
9. Re-install the cover.

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Frequency 1st time Parts Operations

Every 500h 50h Hydraulic oil return filter Replacement

50h Engine oil 9 Replacement

50h Oil filter9 Replacement

– Fuel filter Replacement

– Rotation reducer Replenish engine oil
– Travel gears Replenish engine oil
– Air filter Replacement
– Radiator vents Cleaning
Every 1000h – Hydraulic oil Oil replacement

50h Travel gears Oil replacement

50h Rotation reducer Oil replacement

– Bearing rollers and bearings, idler Greasing

wheels
Aspiration filter Cleaning or replacement depending on the
–
filter
– Alternator belt Replacement
– Intake and exhaust valves Play adjustment
– Fuel pump Check
– Battery electrolyte Density check
– Cylinder head block Bolt re-tightening
Every 2000h – Fuel hose, coolant hose Verification and replacement
– Cooling fluid Replacement
– Injectors and injection pressure Inspection and calilbration
Non periodic – Cooling system Cleaning

It is important to entrust the machine to a deal at the intervals indicated so that the dealer can
carry out the maintenance operations necessary for the machine to operate correctly.
You should also contact your dealer in the following cases :
• part missing, broken or loose
• horn defective
• time counter defective
• electric circuit defective
• battery defective
• light(s) defective
In general, contact your dealer as soon as you think something is wrong.

9. Every 500h / Every year

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D Conservation and storage
CHAPTER COVERED IN THIS PART:
1 CONSERVATION
2 STORAGE
3 RECOMMISSIONING

IMPORTANT
The conservation and storage of the machine must comply with standard NF ISO 6749
" Earth moving equipment, conservation and storage " of October 1987. The following
chapters take part of the standard mentioned above but are not exhaustive. Refer to the
standard for any additional information.

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1 CONSERVATION
• Placing in conservation is intended to ensure the protection of the machine against corro­
sion from the environment and against minor damage that may occur during handling, trans­
port and storage.
• Return the machine to good condition before placing it in conservation.
1. Clean all the parts.
2. Apply greasing oil and grease to the machine's metal surfaces and replace the engine oil.
3. To avoid condensation in the fuel tank, drain the tank or fill it up.
4. Apply a small quantity of rust protector to the exposed parts of the hydraulic cylinder rod.
5. The battery must be disconnected. If the storage period exceeds one month, the battery
must be removed and stored in a special room.
6. Make sure the liquid in the cooling system has sufficient performance characteristics and is
appropriate for the machine's storage temperatures.
3 Recommended greases and fluids, page 136
If necessary, top up the water.
4.2 Checking and topping up the level of cooling fluid, page 82
WARNING
Do not open the bonnet during machine operation. Verification and topping up of the
various levels should be done when the engine is stopped and the temperatures are
brought back down.

7. Lock the joysticks and pedals using locking levers and pedal protectors.
Note
The machine rusts easily if it is left near the sea or in a place exposed to sea winds.
Apply rust protector to all the exposed parts of the piston rods and cover the machine
with a polyethylene sheet or oiled paper. Certain rust protection solvents dammage
rubber materials. Make sure you use an adapted rust protector.
WARNING
When you place the machine in an enclosed space, ventilate by opening the doors and
windows to avoid any gas intoxication.

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2 STORAGE
• You are recommended to store the machine in a
closed and covered location.
• If the machine is stored outdoors, park it on flat
ground and cover it with a protective sheet.
• The machine must be placed in the position illustra­
ted opposite to protect the hydraulic cylinder rods
against corrosion.

• In a long-term storage, move the machine at least once a month to form new oil on all the
moving parts and remove the battery.
• When you do not use the machine for a period of over 3 months, avoid placing the tracks in
a place that is directly exposed to sunlight or rain.
• The conservation and recommissioning instructions, as well as the conservation date must
be placed in an impermeable envelope with a label and secured to the machine at a visible
location.
• To protect the machine against rainwater, trap it to avoid accumulation of water that can
promote corrosion of metal parts.

• The locking lever(s) must be in locked in a position

to avoid any possibility of the machine being activa­
ted accidentally.
1 = Locking lever
2 = Left hand side

• The machine in prolonged storage must be regularly inspected in terms of its external ap­
pearance, the condition of the protected surfaces and the protection materials. The inspection
intervals are the following :
– every 6 months under temperate weather conditions,
– every 3 months under tropical, cold, Arctica or coastal weather conditions.

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3 RECOMMISSIONING
WARNING
After storage of the machine at temperatures outside the machine's operating tempera­
ture range, make sure the temperature is again in the operating temperature range be­
fore restoring the machine to working order.
Before using the machine again after a storage period of two months, do the following:
1. Remove the protections on the hydraulic cylinder rods.
2. Apply a large quantity of oil or grease to the moving part.
3. Drain the water from the fuel tank, from the engine oil casing and from the hydraulic fluid
tank by removing the drainage caps.
4. Leave the machine to warm up after you start the engine.

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E Technical data
CHAPTER COVERED IN THIS PART:
1 SPECIFICATIONS
2 WORKING DIMENSIONS
3 NOISE EMITTED BY THE MACHINE
4 VIBRATIONS EMITTED BY THE MACHINE

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1 SPECIFICATIONS
Tracks Rubber / Steel
H (track tension) mm 8 ~ 13 / 125 ~ 135
Elements Canopy Cabin

Weight (in conformity with CE standards)

Weight of the machine (with operator +75 kg) kg 3575 / 3675 3695 / 3795

Working range and performance

Operating temperature range °C -15 ~ 40
Bucket capacity, standard m³ 0,10
Bucket width, standard mm 590
Boom rotation angle : left / right 43° / 65°
Maximum excavation force : bucket / arm kN 32,1 / 18,1
Travel Speed : high/ low km / h 4,5 | 2,7
Maximum slope 30°
Rotation speed rpm 9,5
Average pressure on the ground, standard track kg / 0,34 / 0,35 0,35 / 0,36
cm²
Hydraulic pump rate L/ 37,0 x 2 <variable rate pump>
min
26,2 <geared pump>
10,8 <geared pump>
Maximum hydraulic circuit pressure MPa P1 & P2 : 22,1 / P3 : 21,6 / P4 : 3,9

Engine : YANMAR 3TNV88-ESBV

Type 3 cylinders ; water cooling ; direct Diesel injection
Power / revs kW / rpm 18,5 / 2200
Alternator capacity V/A 12 / 55
Battery V / Ah 12 / 65

Dependent on technical modifications.

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2 WORKING DIMENSIONS
WARNING
The working dimensions are indicated for a machine equipped with the standard bucket
defined in the table of machine specifications.
The dimensions of the additional accessories and equipment installed on the machine
may modify the working dimensions, and must therefore be taken into account before
using the machine.

Unit : mm

A 590 O 4510

B 540 Q 4980

C 640 R 5110

D 85 S 3190

E 135 T 980

F 1550 U 2550

G 775 V 3070

H <swing> 2120 <1900> Y 3330

I 375 Z 4720

K 2460 AA 320

L 325 AB 300

M 1480 AC 1250

N 2160 AD 1550

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3 NOISE EMITTED BY THE MACHINE
Examination results :
LwA (dBA) 94
LpA/LAeq (dBA) 82

LpCrête (dBC) 95

Rounded values
LwA : weighted acoustic power level A.
LpA/LAeq : weighted acoustic pressure level A on operator's ears.
LpCrête : maximum value of the instant acoustic pressure measured with frequency
weighting C.
Measurements carried out :
• machine in static position
• machine running at nominal power
LwA : determined and guaranteed according to Directive 2000/14/CE amended by Directive
2005/88/CE.
LpA/LAeq : measured and guaranteed according to standard NF-ISO 6396: 1997.
These values are declared in accordance with Directive 2006/42/CE and do not correspond to
exposure values over 8h of work.

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4 VIBRATIONS EMITTED BY THE MACHINE
Declared vibration value in accordance with EN 12096 Unit : m/s²

Vibrations Work cycle Measured vibration emission

Uncertainty, K
value, a

Roadworks trench < 2,5 –

Levelling < 2,5 –

Hand-arm in m/s²
Displacement < 2,5 –

Hydraulic hammer < 2,5 –

Roadworks trench < 0,5 –

Levelling 0,95 0,18

Full body in m/s²
Displacement 0,84 0,16

Hydraulic hammer < 0,5 –

Values determined in accordance with standards ISO 5349-2 & NF EN 1032

Work cycle Work cycle definition

Roadworks trench So called excavation work; bucket movements digging in the soil (packed earth).

Levelling Advance with blade in the down position and move backward with blade raised; on packed earth.

Displacement Loop circuits on the gravel storage area (approximate speed 4km/h - 2.6 mi/h) clockwise turn.

Hydraulic hammer Operation of hydraulic rock breaker for 20 seconds on a steel plate of 100x50x5cm placed on the
ground.

Note
These values are declared in accordance with Directive 2006/42/CE and do not corres­
pond to exposure values over 8h of work.
The following provisions should be taken in order to transmit the minimum amount of vibration
to the whole body while the machine is operating and to avoid damaging the operator's health :
• Adjust the seat according to the operator's size.
• Keep the terrain in good condition.
• Use the machine under the conditions provided for, taking account of the real conditions of
the terrain and the specific effects of the vibration that results from the actual operation of the
machine.
The user must read and keep the instructions related to mounting and using accessories.

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F Lifting capacities
CHAPTER COVERED IN THIS PART:
1 LIFTING VIO38-6 CANOPY
2 LIFTING CABIN

IMPORTANT
Using the machine as a hoist is subject to the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC for mem­
bers of the European Community, and to the legislations specific to each country for sta­
tes outside the EC.

IMPORTANT
The capacities indicated in the following tables are determined for flat, firm ground.
When the machine is not used on this type of ground, you should take account of these
new conditions.
The machine's maximum weight allowed for dynamic operating conditions is determined
by the most unfavourable cylinder extension and positioning conditions for the machine.
Depending on the machine configuration (arm length, presence of a counterweight…)
and working conditions, the operator must make sure that: the total weight of the quick
hitch, the accessories used (bucket, hydraulic hammer...) and the load handled does not
exceed the maximum weight allowed.
10.1 Machine stability when using with a bucket or an accessory, page 100

IMPORTANT
The data in these tables represent the lifting capacity according to standard ISO 10567.
They correspond to 75 % of the maximum static load before tipping or to 87 % of the
hydraulic lifting force. The data marked with * show the hydraulic limits of the lifting
force.
YANMAR CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT EUROPE S.A.S. declines all responsibility
for any use of the machine that does not respect the instructions in this regulation.

IMPORTANT
The position of the blade (raised or lowered) does not affect the machine's lifting
capacity.
The lifting table indicates the maximum value which can be lifted by the machine
through a complete rotation of the turret.

IMPORTANT
The machine's lifting capacity tables were generated using the ring welded to the tie rod
of the machine. YANMAR CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT EUROPE S.A.S cannot
guarantee proper machine operation or operator safety when lifting operations are per­
formed using lifting points located on the accessory.

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1 LIFTING VIO38-6 CANOPY

Machine with canopy and rubber tracks.

A = Tilt from the rotation axis
B = Attachment point height
= Housing overload alarm value setting
* = Hydraulic capacity limits of the lifting force

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2 LIFTING CABIN

Machine with cab and rubber tracks.

A = Tilt from the rotation axis
B = Attachment point height
= Housing overload alarm value setting
* = Hydraulic capacity limits of the lifting force

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Appendices
Additional informations:
A List of error codes displayed on the operator display station
B Control sheets to be photocopied
C Notes
D Lashing record

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A List of error codes displayed on the operator display station
Error Code Type Description Corrective actions

00 000091.00 CAUTION Failure of the acceleration sensor Maintenance required

00 000091.01 CAUTION Failure of the acceleration sensor Maintenance required

00 000091.02 CAUTION Failure of the acceleration sensor Maintenance required

00 000091.03 CAUTION Failure of the acceleration sensor Maintenance required

00 000091.04 CAUTION Failure of the acceleration sensor Maintenance required

00 000091.15 CAUTION Failure of the acceleration sensor Maintenance required

00 0000110.00 WARNING Abnormal coolant temperature

16 Detecting
anomalies, page 118

00 0000110.02 WARNING Coolant temperature sensor failure Maintenance required

00 0000110.03 WARNING Coolant temperature sensor failure Maintenance required

00 0000110.04 WARNING Coolant temperature sensor failure Maintenance required

00 0000158.00 CAUTION Abnormal supply voltage Maintenance required

00 0000158.01 CAUTION Abnormal supply voltage Check the battery, or

perform the maintenance

00 0000190.00 WARNING Engine overspeed Maintenance required

00 0000628.02 WARNING Engine management ECU fault (FlashROM) Maintenance required

00 0000628.12 WARNING Engine management ECU fault (FlashROM) Maintenance required

00 0000630.02 WARNING Engine management ECU fault(EEPROM) Maintenance required

00 0000630.12 CAUTION (EEPROM) Maintenance required

00 0000638.02 WARNING Engine fault Maintenance required

00 0000638.03 WARNING Rack actuator Maintenance required

00 0000638.04 WARNING Rack actuator Maintenance required

00 0000638.07 WARNING Rack actuator Maintenance required

00 0000639.12 CAUTION CAN communication fault Maintenance required

00 001078.04 WARNING Speed sensor fault Maintenance required

00 001079.02 CAUTION Abnormal 5V power supply sensor Maintenance required

00 001079.03 CAUTION Abnormal 5V power supply sensor Maintenance required

00 001079.04 CAUTION Abnormal 5V power supply sensor Maintenance required

00 001136.00 CAUTION Abnormal temperature of engine internal management Maintenance required

computer

00 001136.02 CAUTION Internal management computer temperature sensor fault Maintenance required

00 001136.03 CAUTION Internal management computer temperature sensor fault Maintenance required

00 001136.04 CAUTION Internal management computer temperature sensor fault Maintenance required

00 001210.03 WARNING Rack position sensor fault Maintenance required

00 001210.04 CAUTION Rack position sensor fault Maintenance required

00 001485.04 CAUTION Engine management ECU main relay fault Maintenance required

00 522241.02 CAUTION Rack actuator relay fault Maintenance required

00 522241.03 WARNING Rack actuator relay fault Maintenance required

00 522241.04 WARNING Rack actuator relay fault Maintenance required

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00 522242.02 CAUTION Cold start assistance system fault Maintenance required

00 522242.03 CAUTION Cold start assistance system fault Maintenance required

00 522242.04 CAUTION Cold start assistance system fault Maintenance required

00 522243.02 CAUTION Heater relay fault Maintenance required

00 522243.03 CAUTION Heater relay fault Maintenance required

00 522243.04 CAUTION Heater relay fault Maintenance required

00 522251.03 CAUTION RGE step-by-step motor fault Maintenance required

00 522251.04 CAUTION RGE step-by-step motor fault Maintenance required

00 522252.03 CAUTION RGE step-by-step motor fault Maintenance required

00 522252.04 CAUTION RGE step-by-step motor fault Maintenance required

00 522253.03 CAUTION RGE step-by-step motor fault Maintenance required

00 522253.04 CAUTION RGE step-by-step motor fault Maintenance required

00 522254.03 CAUTION RGE step-by-step motor fault Maintenance required

00 522254.04 CAUTION RGE step-by-step motor fault Maintenance required

00 522727.12 CAUTION Engine management ECU fault (sub CPU fault) Maintenance required

00 522727.12 CAUTION Engine management ECU fault (sub CPU fault) Maintenance required

00 522727.12 CAUTION Engine management ECU fault (sub CPU fault) Maintenance required

00 522728.12 WARNING Engine management ECU fault (map information error) Maintenance required

28 000096.02 CAUTION Fuel sensor fault Maintenance required

28 000096.04 CAUTION Fuel sensor fault Maintenance required

28 000100.00 WARNING Abnormal engine oil pressure

16 Detecting
anomalies, page 118

28 000167.01 CAUTION Insufficient battery charge

16 Detecting
anomalies, page 118

28 000639.12 WARNING CAN communication fault Maintenance required

28 520777.02 CAUTION Failure of the hydraulic oil temperature sensor Maintenance required

28 520777.04 CAUTION Failure of the hydraulic oil temperature sensor Maintenance required

28 520805.12 WARNING CAN communication fault Maintenance required

E1 025088.02 CAUTION Hydraulic management ECU fault (ROM error) Maintenance required

E1 025088.12 CAUTION Hydraulic management ECU fault (EEPROM) Maintenance required

E1 025600.09 CAUTION CAN communication fault Maintenance required

E1 026112.12 CAUTION Hydraulic management ECU fault Maintenance required

E1 026368.12 CAUTION Engine management ECU fault Maintenance required

E1 030464.05 CAUTION Proportional pump solenoid valve fault Maintenance required

E1 030464.06 CAUTION Proportional pump solenoid valve fault Maintenance required

E1 033024.00 CAUTION Abnormal voltage of the management computer power Maintenance required
supply (top)

E1 033024.01 CAUTION Abnormal voltage of the management computer power Check the battery, or
supply (bottom) perform the maintenance

E1 033024.11 CAUTION Abnormal voltage of the management computer power Check the battery, or
supply (bottom) perform the maintenance

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B Control sheets to be photocopied
Photocopy the following sheets and carry out maintenance on your machine according to the
number of hours of service.
Control sheet: Maintenance every 50 hours

Number of hours of service hours

Parts Operations Done by the

Rotation pin and crown Greasing 6.2.1 Greasing the pin and rotation
crown, page 144

Control sheet: Maintenance every 50 hours

Number of hours of service hours

Parts Operations Done by the

Rotation pin and crown Greasing 6.2.1 Greasing the pin and rotation
crown, page 144

Control sheet: Maintenance every 50 hours

Number of hours of service hours

Parts Operations Done by the

Rotation pin and crown Greasing 6.2.1 Greasing the pin and rotation
crown, page 144

Control sheet: Maintenance every 50 hours

Number of hours of service hours

Parts Operations Done by the

Rotation pin and crown Greasing 6.2.1 Greasing the pin and rotation
crown, page 144

Control sheet: Maintenance every 50 hours

Number of hours of service hours

Parts Operations Done by the

Rotation pin and crown Greasing 6.2.1 Greasing the pin and rotation
crown, page 144

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 Control sheet: Maintenance every 250 hours
Number of hours of service hours
Parts Operations Done by the
Rotation pin and crown Greasing

Side movement and acceleration levers Verification and adjustment Dealer

Air filter 10 Cleaning

GO filter Replacement

Control sheet: Maintenance every 250 hours

Number of hours of service hours
Parts Operations Done by the
Rotation pin and crown Greasing

Side movement and acceleration levers Verification and adjustment Dealer

Air filter 10 Cleaning

GO filter Replacement

Control sheet: Maintenance every 250 hours

Number of hours of service hours
Parts Operations Done by the
Rotation pin and crown Greasing

Side movement and acceleration levers Verification and adjustment Dealer

Air filter 10 Cleaning

GO filter Replacement

Control sheet: Maintenance every 250 hours

Number of hours of service hours
Parts Operations Done by the
Rotation pin and crown Greasing

Side movement and acceleration levers Verification and adjustment Dealer

Air filter 10 Cleaning

GO filter Replacement

10. Dusty atmosphere

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 Control sheet: Maintenance every 500 hours
Number of hours of service hours
Parts Operations Done by the
Rotation pin and crown Greasing
Rotation reducer Replenish engine oil
Travel gears Replenish engine oil
Engine oil 11 Replacement
Oil filter11 Replacement Dealer

Radiator vents Cleaning

Side movement and acceleration levers Verification and adjustment

Hydraulic oil return filter Replacement
GO filter Replacement
Air filter Replacement

Control sheet: Maintenance every 500 hours

Number of hours of service hours
Parts Operations Done by the
Rotation pin and crown Greasing
Rotation reducer Replenish engine oil
Travel gears Replenish engine oil
Engine oil 11 Replacement
Oil filter11 Replacement Dealer

Radiator vents Cleaning

Side movement and acceleration levers Verification and adjustment

Hydraulic oil return filter Replacement
GO filter Replacement
Air filter Replacement

Control sheet: Maintenance every 500 hours

Number of hours of service hours
Parts Operations Done by the
Rotation pin and crown Greasing
Rotation reducer Replenish engine oil
Travel gears Replenish engine oil
Engine oil 11 Replacement
Oil filter11 Replacement Dealer

Radiator vents Cleaning

Side movement and acceleration levers Verification and adjustment

Hydraulic oil return filter Replacement
GO filter Replacement
Air filter Replacement

11. Every 500h / Every year

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 Control sheet: Maintenance every 1000 hours / Every year
Number of hours of service hours
Parts Operations Done by the
Rotation pin and crown Greasing
Rotation reducer Oil replacement
Travel gears Oil replacement
Hydraulic oil Replacement
Bearing rollers and bearings, idler wheels Greasing
Engine oil Replacement
Oil filter Replacement

Aspiration filter Cleaning or replacement depending Dealer

on the filter
Radiator vents Cleaning
Belt Replacement

Side movement and acceleration levers Verification and adjustment

Air filter Replacement

Hydraulic oil return filter Replacement
Battery electrolyte Density check
GO filter Replacement
Intake and exhaust valves Verification and adjustment
Cylinder head block Bolt re-tightening
Heating system Verification and adjustment

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 Control sheet: Maintenance every 2000 hours / Every two years
Number of hours of service hours
Parts Operations Done by the
Rotation pin and crown Greasing
Rotation reducer Oil replacement
Travel gears Oil replacement
Bearing rollers and bearings, idler wheels Greasing
Hydraulic oil Replacement
Engine oil Replacement
Oil filter Replacement
Aspiration filter Cleaning or replacement depending
on the filter
Radiator vents Cleaning Dealer
Belt Replacement

Side movement and acceleration levers Verification and adjustment

Hydraulic oil return filter Replacement
Battery electrolyte Density check
GO filter Replacement
Cooling fluid Replacement
Fuel pump Verification and adjustment
Cooling system Cleaning
Fuel hose, coolant hose Verification and replacement
Intake and exhaust valves Verification and adjustment
Cylinder head block Bolt re-tightening
Air filter Replacement
Injectors and injection pressure Verification and adjustment
Heating system Verification and adjustment

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C Notes

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D Lashing record
YANMAR CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT EUROPE S.A.S
25, rue de la Tambourine
52100 SAINT-DIZIER CEDEX FRANCE
+ 33 (0) 3 25 56 39 75

GENERAL PRINCIPLE OF APPLICATION

Road transport Model : ViO38-6 Type of operation: Tie-down

Activity: Earthmover
Group: Excavator
Subgroup: Tracked excavator
Category: Mini tracked excavator
Size: L.= 4760 mm / l.= 1740 mm / H.= 2470 mm

WARNING
Do not perform the tie-down if a person stands on the machine or on an accessory.
Use a tie-down accessory (belt, chain, cable) compatible with the weight of the machine and compliant with European
standards.

The tie-down process is defined based on the characteristics of a trailer with a

Maximum Authorised Total Weight (MATW) of 5000 kg

1. Check the condition of the transport vehicle surface. If the surface is

greasy, it must be cleaned before installing the machine on the transport
vehicle.
2. Check the location and condition of the machine tie-down points.
3. Tie-down the machine at the points provided for that purpose and that
are indicated on the machine.

DANGER DEVICE
Blocking of turret (provided by the brake) 3500-3720
Weight of the vehicle (kg)
Additional accessories (bucket, arm, etc)
Rigging DEVICE CARRIER DEVICE
Tension in lashing accessories Nature of the contact Steel-wood
Measure the loading height
Grip on truck bed (frost, snow...) Angle range α 20°-60°

* Using additional rigging accessories depends on Angle range β 10°-60°

the nature of the contact between the device and the
transport vehicle and the weather conditions.
ACCESSORIES WLL12 min (t)
Please refer to the machine user manual.
Wedge (Lengthwise direction FR) NONE*
15.3 Tying down the machine, page 115
Wedge (Lengthwise direction RR) NONE*
Reference standards
NF EN 474-1 & PR NF ISO 15818 Wedge (Lateral direction) NONE*
Created:31/08/2017
Slip resistant mat NONE*
Updated: –
Tie-down accessories 4 3t

12. Working Load Limit (WLL)

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INDEX
2nd gear ........................................................25 Shutdown......................................24, 73, 76
Starting .....................................................22
Error ...........................................................172
A Exit ...............................................................63
Accessories.................................................102
Dismantling ................................54, 56, 107
Mounting ............................54, 56, 108, 112 F
Precautions ...........................69, 77–78, 112 Fuel...............................................................84
Adhesive labels ......................................6–7, 9 Gauge .......................................................17
Air conditioning ...............................42, 52, 63 Purge.......................................................144
Alarm............................................................15 Type........................................................136
Applications ...................................................3 Fuses.....................................................34, 145
Arm .............................................................28
Ash tray ........................................................37
G
B Greasing ....................129, 133, 136, 142, 144

Battery ..........................................16, 120, 163

Discharged..............................................122 H
Precautions ...............................................79 Headlights .............................................22, 41
Blade .....................................................30, 66 Heating ........................................................47
Boom .....................................................27, 31 Heating valve ...............................................47
Bucket .................27, 100, 102, 104, 109, 163 Horn..............................................................23
Hydraulic circuit.........................................163
C PTO 1 .........................................28, 48, 111
Hydraulic hammer......................102, 105, 112
Check
After start-up ............................................87
After use ...................................................89 I
Before starting ..........................................81 Icons .............................................................19
Circuit breaker..............................................49 Indicator lights .............................................15
Cleaning ......................................65, 132, 143
Clock ............................................................17
Conservation ......................................157–159 L
Cooling fluid .................................18, 82, 136 Levers .............................................14, 26, 141
Covers ....................................................33, 44 Blade .......................................................30
Left command ..........................................28
D Locking ...................................................27
Right command ...........................27–28, 48
Daily ...........................................................141 Travel .......................................................29
Dashboard ....................................................15 Lifting.............................................3, 100, 110
Detecting anomalies ...................................118 Capacities ...............................................167
Diesel gauge .................................................17 Kit.............................................................50
Dimensions.................................................164 Ring ..........................................................51
Door........................................................37–38 Tables .......................................................52
Lighting
E Interior......................................................25
Loading ......................................................113
Engine ............................................4, 119, 163 Locking .......................................................27
Adjustment ...............................................24
Precautions ...............................................80

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M Boom .......................................................31
Cabin ........................................................28
Maintenance .......................129, 137–138, 141
By the dealer ..........................................154 Running in ....................................................80
Every 15 days .........................................145
Every 50h ..............................................144 S
Non periodic ..........................145–146, 151
Precautions .....................................131, 133 Safety valves ................................................51
Seat ..............................................................32
Slinging ......................................................117
N Soldering ....................................................135
Noise ..........................................................165 Specifications .............................................163
Switch.....................................................14, 21
2nd gear ....................................................25
O Eco mode..................................................24
Oil...............................................129, 133, 136 Engine slow down ....................................24
Engine ................................................16, 83 Headlights ...............................................22
Hydraulic............................................16, 85 Lighting ....................................................25
Operator display station .................19, 90, 172 Stopping the engine..................................24
Options .........................................................48 Ventilation ................................................23
Windscreen wiper / Windscreen washer .23

P
T
Parking .........................................................76
Pedals .....................................................14, 26 Technical data.............................................161
Protection .................................................31 Tie-down ............................................115, 180
Rotation ....................................................31 Time counter ................................................17
Travel .......................................................29 Toolkit ..........................................................33
Plates Towing........................................................125
Engine ........................................................4 Track
EPA.............................................................4 Rubber .............................................97, 146
Machine .....................................................4 Steel .......................................................151
Power socket ................................................31 Transport ....................................................113
Precautions ...................................................59 Travel ...............................................29, 66, 68
Accessories...........................69, 77–78, 112 On a slope.................................................69
After use ...................................................96 Trench ........................................................104
Battery ......................................................79
Before starting ..........................................64 U
Displacement............................................68
Engine ......................................................80 User manual .................................................34
Parking .....................................................76
Work .........................................................69 V
Protection
Machine ...................................................66 Vibrations ..................................................166
Operator....................................................59
W
Q Weather conditions
Quick hitch ...........................................52, 102 Cold weather ....................................95, 163
Mechanical ...................................53–54, 56 Windscreen ............................................39–40
Windscreen washer .............................23, 146
Windscreen wiper ................................23, 146
R Work environment
Rotation Area covered with snow...........................73

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Electricity lines.........................................72
Muddy area...............................................75
Reduced visibility.....................................75
Submerged area ........................................74
Unstable ground .......................................74

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