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BEFORE READING THIS MANUAL FOREWORD

BEFORE READING THIS MANUAL

This manual gives details of the operation and methods of inspection and maintenance for this machine that must
be obeyed in order to use the machine safely. Most accidents are caused by the failure to follow fundamental safety
rules for the operation and maintenance of machines.

Read, understand and follow all precautions and warnings in this manual and on the machine before performing
operation and maintenance. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.

Komatsu cannot predict every circumstance that might involve a potential hazard when the machine is used.
Therefore, the safety messages in this manual and on the machine may not include all possible safety precautions.
If you carry out any operation, inspection, or maintenance under conditions that are not described in this manual,
understand that it is your responsibility to take the necessary precautions to ensure safety. In no event should you
or others engage in the prohibited uses or actions described in this manual. Improper operation and maintenance
of the machine can be hazardous and could result in serious injury or death.

If you sell the machine, be sure to give this manual to the new owner together with the machine.

Always keep this Operation and Maintenance Manual in the

location shown on the right so that all relevant personnel can read
it at any time.

Storage location for the Operation and Maintenance Manual:

magazine box on the left side of the operator's seat.

If this manual is lost or damaged, contact your distributor immediately to arrange for its replacement. For details
regarding the machine serial No. you will need to provide your Komatsu distributor, see "YOUR MACHINE SERIAL
NUMBERS AND DISTRIBUTOR (PAGE 1-7)".

This manual uses the international units (SI) for units of measurement. For reference, units that have been used in
the past are given in ( ).

The explanations, values, and illustrations in this manual have been prepared based on the latest information
available as of the date of its publication. Continuing improvements in the design of this machine may lead to
additional changes that are not reflected in this manual. Consult Komatsu or your Komatsu distributor for the latest
available information concerning your machine or with questions regarding information contained in this manual.
The numbers in circles in the illustrations correspond to the numbers in ( ) in the text.
(For example:1 → (1))

Komatsu delivers machines that comply with all applicable regulations and standards of the country to which it has
been shipped. If this machine has been purchased in another country, it may lack certain safety devices and
specifications that are necessary for use in your country. If there is any question about whether your product
complies with the applicable standards and regulations of your country, consult Komatsu or your Komatsu
distributor before operating the machine.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
To enable you to use the machine safely, and to prevent injury to operators, service personnel or bystanders, the
precautions and warnings included in this manual and the safety signs attached to the machine must always be
followed.

To identify important safety messages in the manual and on the machine labels, the following signal words are used.

The "Safety Alert Symbol" identifies important safety messages on machines, in manuals, and elsewhere. When
you see this symbol, be alert to the risk of personal injury or death. Follow the instructions in the safety message.

This signal word indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.

This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.

This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation exists which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.

The following signal words are used to alert you to information that must be followed to avoid damage to the
machine.

This precaution is given where the machine may be damaged or the service life reduced if
the precaution is not followed.

This word is used for information that is useful to know.

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INTRODUCTION FOREWORD

INTRODUCTION
USE OF MACHINE
This Komatsu machine is designed to be used mainly for the following work:
Digging work
Leveling work
Ditching work
Loading work
See the section "RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS (PAGE 3-134)" for further details.

DIRECTIONS OF MACHINE

(A) Front (E) Operator's seat

(B) Rear (F) Sprocket
(C) Left
(D) Right

In this manual, the terms front, rear, left, and right refer to the travel direction as seen from the operator's seat when
the operator's seat is facing the front and the sprocket is at the rear of the machine.

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VISIBILITY FROM OPERATOR'S SEAT

The visibility standards (ISO 5006) for this machine require a view shown in the diagram below.

PROXIMITY VISIBILITY
The visibility of this machine in the area 1 m from the outside surface of the machine at a height of 1.5 m is shown
in the diagram below. The hatched area (A) shows the area where the view is blocked by part of the machine when
mirrors or other aids to visibility are installed as standard. Please be fully aware that there are places that cannot be
seen when operating the machine.

12M CIRCUMFERENCE VISIBILITY

The visibility at a radius of 12 m from the machine is as shown in the diagram below. The hatched areas (B) show
the areas where the view is blocked when mirrors or other aids to visibility are installed as standard. Please be fully
aware that there are places that cannot be seen when operating the machine.

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PRODUCT INFORMATION FOREWORD

PRODUCT INFORMATION
When requesting service or ordering replacement parts, please inform your Komatsu distributor of the following
items.

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN)/MACHINE SERIAL NO. PLATE

On the bottom right of the operator's cab
The design of the nameplate differs according to the territory.

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER PLATE AND ITS LOCATION

Under the air cleaner

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SERVICE METER LOCATION

On top of the machine monitor

YOUR MACHINE SERIAL NUMBERS AND DISTRIBUTOR

Machine serial No.

Engine serial No.

Product identification number (PIN)

Distributor name

Address

Service Personnel

Phone/Fax

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CONTENTS FOREWORD

CONTENTS
FOREWORD 1- 1
BEFORE READING THIS MANUAL 1- 2
SAFETY INFORMATION 1- 3
INTRODUCTION 1- 4
USE OF MACHINE 1- 4
DIRECTIONS OF MACHINE 1- 4
VISIBILITY FROM OPERATOR'S SEAT 1- 5
PRODUCT INFORMATION 1- 6
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN)/MACHINE SERIAL NO. PLATE 1- 6
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER PLATE AND ITS LOCATION 1- 6
SERVICE METER LOCATION 1- 7
YOUR MACHINE SERIAL NUMBERS AND DISTRIBUTOR 1- 7
SAFETY 2- 1
SAFETY 2- 2
SAFETY LABELS 2- 5
LOCATION OF SAFETY LABELS 2- 6
SAFETY LABELS 2- 7
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS COMMON TO OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 13
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING OPERATION 2- 13
PREPARATIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION 2- 13
FIRE PREVENTION 2- 15
PRECAUTIONS WHEN GETTING ON OR OFF MACHINE 2- 16
DO NOT GET CAUGHT IN WORK EQUIPMENT 2- 18
PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO PROTECTIVE STRUCTURES 2- 18
PROTECTION AGAINST FALLING, FLYING, INTRUDING OBJECTS 2- 19
UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION 2- 19
PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS 2- 19
PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO CAB GLASS 2- 19
PRECAUTIONS WHEN RUNNING ENGINE INSIDE BUILDING 2- 20
PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION 2- 21
PRECAUTIONS FOR JOBSITE 2- 21
STARTING ENGINE 2- 23
OPERATION 2- 25
TRANSPORTATION 2- 33
TOWING 2- 34
LIFTING OBJECTS WITH BUCKET 2- 34
PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE 2- 35
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 35
PRECAUTIONS FOR INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 39
OPERATION 3- 1
MACHINE VIEW ILLUSTRATIONS 3- 2
OVERALL MACHINE VIEW 3- 2
CONTROLS AND GAUGES 3- 3
DETAILED CONTROLS AND GAUGES 3- 5
MONITORING SYSTEM 3- 5
SWITCHES 3- 34
CONTROL LEVERS AND PEDALS 3- 40
EMERGENCY EXIT FROM OPERATOR'S CAB 3- 43
DOOR LOCK 3- 43

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CAP WITH LOCK 3- 44

HOT AND COOL BOX 3- 46
MAGAZINE BOX 3- 46
ASHTRAY 3- 46
FIRE EXTINGUISHER 3- 46
AIR CONDITIONER CONTROLS 3- 47
RADIO 3- 61
AUXILIARY ELECTRIC POWER 3- 66
FUSE 3- 67
CIRCUIT BREAKER 3- 68
CONTROLLER 3- 70
TOOL BOX 3- 70
GREASE PUMP 3- 71
MACHINE OPERATIONS AND CONTROLS 3- 75
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE 3- 75
STARTING ENGINE 3-100
AFTER STARTING ENGINE 3-103
STOPPING THE ENGINE 3-113
MACHINE OPERATION 3-114
STEERING THE MACHINE 3-118
SWINGING 3-120
WORK EQUIPMENT CONTROLS AND OPERATIONS 3-121
WORKING MODE 3-123
PROHIBITED OPERATIONS 3-124
GENERAL OPERATION INFORMATION 3-129
TRAVELING ON SLOPES 3-131
ESCAPE FROM MUD 3-133
RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS 3-134
BUCKET REPLACEMENT 3-135
PARKING MACHINE 3-137
MACHINE INSPECTION AFTER DAILY WORK 3-138
LOCKING 3-139
TRANSPORTATION 3-140
TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURE 3-140
PRECAUTIONS FOR TRANSPORTATION 3-140
LIFTING MACHINE 3-140
SHIPPING MACHINE INFORMATION 3-142
TRANSPORTATION POSTURE 3-143
COLD WEATHER OPERATION 3-151
COLD WEATHER OPERATION INFORMATION 3-151
AFTER DAILY WORK COMPLETION 3-154
AFTER COLD WEATHER SEASON 3-154
LONG TERM STORAGE 3-155
BEFORE STORAGE 3-155
DURING STORAGE 3-155
AFTER STORAGE 3-155
STARTING MACHINE AFTER LONG-TERM STORAGE 3-156
TROUBLES AND ACTIONS 3-157
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL 3-157
PHENOMENA THAT ARE NOT FAILURES 3-157

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TOWING THE MACHINE 3-158

SEVERE JOB CONDITION 3-158
DISCHARGED BATTERY 3-159
OTHER TROUBLE 3-163
MAINTENANCE 4- 1
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION 4- 2
OUTLINE OF SERVICE 4- 4
HANDLING OIL, FUEL, COOLANT, AND PERFORMING OIL CLINIC 4- 4
ELECTRIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 4- 7
WEAR PARTS 4- 8
WEAR PARTS LIST 4- 8
RECOMMENDED FUEL, COOLANT, AND LUBRICANT 4- 9
RECOMMENDED BRANDS, RECOMMENDED QUALITY FOR PRODUCTS OTHER THAN
KOMATSU GENUINE OIL 4- 11
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS 4- 12
TIGHTENING TORQUE LIST 4- 12
SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS 4- 13
SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS LIST 4- 13
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 4- 14
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART 4- 14
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE 4- 16
INITIAL 100 HOURS MAINTENANCE (ONLY AFTER THE FIRST 100 HOURS) 4- 16
INITIAL 500 HOURS MAINTENANCE (ONLY AFTER THE FIRST 500 HOURS) 4- 16
WHEN REQUIRED 4- 17
CHECK BEFORE STARTING 4- 46
EVERY 10 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 47
EVERY 100 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 49
EVERY 250 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 50
EVERY 500 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 54
EVERY 1000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 66
EVERY 2000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 78
EVERY 4000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 84
EVERY 5000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 87
EVERY 8000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 89
SPECIFICATIONS 5- 1
SPECIFICATIONS 5- 2
ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS 6- 1
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFETY 6- 2
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SELECTING 6- 2
READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL THOROUGHLY 6- 2
PRECAUTIONS WHEN REMOVING OR INSTALLING 6- 2
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING 6- 2
ATTACHMENT GUIDE 6- 3
COMBINATIONS OF WORK EQUIPMENT 6- 3
SELECTION OF TRACK SHOES 6- 5
AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM 6- 6
EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS 6- 6
OPERATION 6- 11
TROUBLESHOOTING 6- 15
MAINTENANCE 6- 16

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HANDLING MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH VHMS 6- 22

VHMS INSTALLED, COMMUNICATIONS TERMINAL NOT INSTALLED 6- 22
VHMS AND COMMUNICATIONS TERMINAL INSTALLED 6- 23
TROPICAL SPECIFICATION MACHINE 7- 1
WEAR PARTS 7- 2
WEAR PARTS LIST 7- 2
WHEN REQUIRED 7- 3
CHECK, CLEAN AND REPLACE AIR CLEANER ELEMENT 7- 3
LOADING SHOVEL 8- 1
EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS 8- 2
SWITCHES 8- 2
FUSE 8- 5
OPERATIONS 8- 6
OPERATION OF WORK EQUIPMENT 8- 6
PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION 8- 8
EXCAVATOR WORK 8- 12
PRECAUTIONS WHEN DISASSEMBLING MACHINE 8- 13
RELEASING PRESSURE 8- 13
TRANSPORTATION 8- 14
MACHINE CONFIGURATION FOR TRANSPORT 8- 14
WEAR PARTS 8- 21
WEAR PARTS LIST 8- 21
MAINTENANCE 8- 22
CHECK BEFORE STARTING 8- 22
EVERY 10 HOURS MAINTENANCE 8- 24
EVERY 5000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 8- 25
SPECIFICATION 8- 27
COMBINATION OF WORK EQUIPMENT 8- 28
COMBINATION OF WORK EQUIPMENT 8- 28
INDEX 9- 1

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SAFETY
SAFETY LABELS 2- 5
LOCATION OF SAFETY LABELS 2- 6
SAFETY LABELS 2- 7

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS COMMON TO OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 13

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING OPERATION 2- 13
ENSURING SAFE OPERATION 2- 13
UNDERSTANDING THE MACHINE 2- 13
PREPARATIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION 2- 13
PRECAUTIONS REGARDING SAFETY-RELATED EQUIPMENT 2- 13
INSPECTING MACHINE 2- 13
WEAR WELL-FITTING CLOTHES AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 2- 13
KEEP MACHINE CLEAN 2- 14
PRECAUTIONS INSIDE OPERATOR'S COMPARTMENT 2- 14
PROVIDE FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND FIRST AID KIT 2- 14
IF ANY PROBLEM IS FOUND 2- 14
FIRE PREVENTION 2- 15
ACTION IF FIRE OCCURS 2- 15
PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT FIRE 2- 15
PRECAUTIONS WHEN GETTING ON OR OFF MACHINE 2- 16
USE HANDRAILS AND STEPS WHEN GETTING ON OR OFF MACHINE 2- 16
NO JUMPING ON OR OFF MACHINE 2- 17
NO PEOPLE ON ATTACHMENTS 2- 17
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STANDING UP FROM OPERATOR'S SEAT 2- 17
PRECAUTIONS WHEN LEAVING MACHINE 2- 17
EMERGENCY EXIT FROM OPERATOR'S CAB 2- 17
DO NOT GET CAUGHT IN WORK EQUIPMENT 2- 18
PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO PROTECTIVE STRUCTURES 2- 18
PROTECTION AGAINST FALLING, FLYING, INTRUDING OBJECTS 2- 19
UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION 2- 19
PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS 2- 19
PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO CAB GLASS 2- 19
PRECAUTIONS WHEN RUNNING ENGINE INSIDE BUILDING 2- 20

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PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION 2- 21

PRECAUTIONS FOR JOBSITE 2- 21
INVESTIGATE AND CONFIRM JOBSITE CONDITIONS 2- 21
WORKING ON LOOSE GROUND 2- 21
DO NOT GO CLOSE TO HIGH-VOLTAGE CABLES 2- 22
ENSURE GOOD VISIBILITY 2- 22
CHECKING SIGNS AND SIGNALMAN'S SIGNALS 2- 22
BEWARE OF ASBESTOS DUST 2- 23
STARTING ENGINE 2- 23
USE WARNING TAGS 2- 23
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE BEFORE STARTING ENGINE 2- 24
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING ENGINE 2- 24
PRECAUTIONS IN COLD AREAS 2- 24
STARTING WITH BOOSTER CABLES 2- 25
OPERATION 2- 25
CHECKS BEFORE OPERATION 2- 25
PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRAVELING IN FORWARD OR REVERSE AND SWINGING 2- 26
PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRAVELING 2- 27
TRAVELING ON SLOPES 2- 28
OPERATING ON SLOPES 2- 29
PROHIBITED OPERATIONS 2- 29
TRAVELING ON SNOW-COVERED OR FROZEN SURFACES 2- 31
PARKING MACHINE 2- 32
TRANSPORTATION 2- 33
LOADING AND UNLOADING 2- 33
TOWING 2- 34
PRECAUTIONS WHEN TOWING 2- 34
LIFTING OBJECTS WITH BUCKET 2- 34
PRECAUTIONS FOR LIFTING OPERATIONS 2- 34

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PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE 2- 35

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 35
DISPLAY WARNING TAG DURING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 35
KEEP WORKPLACE CLEAN AND TIDY 2- 35
SELECT SUITABLE PLACE FOR INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 35
ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL 2- 35
APPOINT LEADER WHEN WORKING WITH OTHERS 2- 35
STOP ENGINE BEFORE CARRYING OUT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 36
TWO WORKERS FOR MAINTENANCE WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING 2- 37
INSTALLING, REMOVING, OR STORING ATTACHMENTS 2- 37
PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING AT HIGH PLACES 2- 37
PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING UNDER MACHINE OR WORK EQUIPMENT 2- 38
PROPER TOOLS 2- 38
PRECAUTIONS FOR INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 39
PRECAUTIONS WHEN WELDING 2- 39
HANDLING BATTERY 2- 39
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING HAMMER 2- 40
PRECAUTIONS WITH HIGH-TEMPERATURE COOLANT 2- 40
PRECAUTIONS WITH HIGH-TEMPERATURE OIL 2- 40
PRECAUTIONS WITH HIGH-PRESSURE OIL 2- 41
PRECAUTIONS WITH HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL 2- 41
HANDLING HIGH-PRESSURE HOSES AND PIPING 2- 41
PRECAUTIONS FOR HIGH VOLTAGE 2- 42
NOISE 2- 42
PRECAUTIONS WITH HIGH-PRESSURE GREASE WHEN ADJUSTING TRACK TENSION 2- 42
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE RECOIL SPRING 2- 43
HANDLING ACCUMULATOR AND GAS SPRING 2- 43
PRECAUTIONS WITH COMPRESSED AIR 2- 43
MAINTENANCE OF AIR CONDITIONER 2- 43
DISPOSING OF WASTE MATERIALS 2- 44
METHOD OF SELECTING WINDOW WASHER FLUID 2- 44
PERIODIC REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS 2- 44

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SAFETY LABELS
The following warning signs and safety labels are used on this machine.
Be sure that you fully understand the correct position and content of labels.
To ensure that the content of labels can be read properly, be sure that they are in the correct place and always
keep them clean. When cleaning them, do not use organic solvents or gasoline. These may cause the labels to
peel off.
There are also other labels in addition to the warning signs and safety labels. Handle those labels in the same
way.
If the labels are damaged, lost, or cannot be read properly, replace them with new ones. For details of the part
numbers for the labels, see this manual or the actual label, and place an order with Komatsu distributor.

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LOCATION OF SAFETY LABELS

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SAFETY LABELS
(1) Caution before operating or maintaining machine
(09651-03001)

(2) Caution before operating (09802-03000)

(3) Caution for leaving operator's seat (09654-03001)

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(4) Caution for going close to electric cables (09801-03001)

(5) Caution for operating pattern (09822-03000)

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(6) Caution when opening or closing front window

(09839-03000)

(7) Caution when stowing front window (09803-03000)

(8) Caution for high-temperature hydraulic oil (09653-03001)

(9) Caution with high-temperature coolant (09668-03001)

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(10) Caution for handling accumulator and gas spring

(09659-53000)

(11) Caution for adjusting track tension (09657-03003)

(12) Caution for handling cable (09808-03000)

(13) Stopping rotation for inspection and maintenance

(09667-03001)

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(14) Explanation of methods for emergency escape

(20Y-00-31170)

(15) Caution against falling (09805-23000)

(16) Caution against falling (09805-13000)

(17) Prohibited to enter within swing range (09133-23000)

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(18) Beware of work equipment (09134-A1681)

(19) Caution when handling battery (14X-98-11370)

(20) Caution for high-pressure fuel (6217-71-9331)

(21) Prohibition of jump start (09842-A0481)

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS COMMON TO OPERATION AND

MAINTENANCE
Mistakes in operation, inspection, or maintenance may result in serious personal injury or death. Before carrying
out operation, inspection, or maintenance, always read this manual and the safety labels on the machine carefully
and obey the warnings.

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING OPERATION

ENSURING SAFE OPERATION

Only trained and authorized personnel can operate and maintain the machine.
Follow all safety, precautions, and instructions in this manual when operating or performing inspection or
maintenance on the machine.
If you are not feeling well, or if you are under the influence of alcohol or medication, your ability to safely operate
or repair your machine may be severely impaired, putting yourself and everyone else on your job site in danger.
When working with another operator or with the person on the worksite traffic duty, discuss the content of the
operation beforehand and use the determined signals when carrying out the operation.

UNDERSTANDING THE MACHINE

Before operating the machine, read this manual thoroughly. If there are any places in this manual that you do not
understand, ask the person in charge of safety to give an explanation.

PREPARATIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION

PRECAUTIONS REGARDING SAFETY-RELATED EQUIPMENT

Be sure that all guards, covers and mirrors are in their proper position. Have guards and covers repaired
immediately if they are damaged.
Understand the method of use of safety features and use them properly.
Never remove any safety features. Always keep them in good operating condition.

INSPECTING MACHINE
Check the machine before starting operations. If any abnormality is found, do not operate the machine until repairs
of the problem location have been completed.

WEAR WELL-FITTING CLOTHES AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Do not wear loose clothes or any accessories. If these catch on
the control levers or protruding parts, there is danger that it may
cause the machine to move unexpectedly.
Always wear a hard hat and safety shoes. If the nature of the
work requires it, wear safety glasses, mask, gloves, ear plugs,
and safety belt when operating or maintaining the machine.
If you have long hair and it hangs out from your hard hat, there
is a hazard that it may get caught up in the machine, so tie your
hair up and be careful not to let it get caught.
Check that all protective equipment functions properly before
using it.

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KEEP MACHINE CLEAN

If you get on or off the machine or carry out inspection and maintenance when the machine is dirty with mud or
oil, there is a hazard that you will slip and fall. Wipe off any mud or oil from the machine. Always keep the machine
clean.
If water gets into the electrical system, there is a hazard that it
will cause malfunctions or misoperation. If there is any
misoperation, there is danger that the machine may move
unexpectedly and cause serious personal injury or death. When
washing the machine with water or steam, do not allow the water
or steam to come into direct contact with electrical components.

PRECAUTIONS INSIDE OPERATOR'S COMPARTMENT

When entering the operator's compartment, always remove all mud and oil from the soles of your shoes.
If you operate the pedal with mud or oil affixed to your shoes, your foot may slip and this may cause a serious
accident.
Do not leave tools or a machine parts lying around inside the operator's compartment. If tools or parts get into the
control devices, it may obstruct operation and cause the machine to move unexpectedly, resulting in serious
personal injury or death.
Do not stick suction pads to the window glass. Suction pads act as a lens and may cause fire.
Do not use a cell phone when driving or operating the machine. This may lead to mistakes in operation, which
could cause serious personal injury or death.
Never bring any dangerous objects such as flammable or explosive items into the operator's compartment.

PROVIDE FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND FIRST AID KIT

Always follow the precautions below to prepare for action if any injury or fire should occur.
Be sure that fire extinguishers have been provided and read the
labels to ensure that you know how to use them in emergencies.
Carry out periodic inspection and maintenance to ensure that
the fire extinguisher can always be used.
Provide a first aid kit in the storage point. Carry out periodic
checks and add to the contents if necessary.

IF ANY PROBLEM IS FOUND

If you find any problems in the machine during operation or maintenance (noise, vibration, smell, incorrect gauges,
smoke, oil leakage, etc., or any abnormal display on the warning devices or monitor), report to the person in charge
and have the necessary action taken. Do not operate the machine until the problem has been corrected.

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FIRE PREVENTION

ACTION IF FIRE OCCURS

Turn the start switch OFF to stop the engine.
Use the handrails and steps to get off the machine.
Do not jump off the machine. There is the danger of falling and suffering serious injury.

PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT FIRE

Fire caused by fuel, oil, antifreeze, or window washer fluid
Do not bring any flame or fire close to flammable substances
such as fuel, oil, antifreeze, or window washer fluid. There is
danger that they may catch fire. To prevent fire, always observe
the following:
Do not smoke or use any flame near fuel or other flammable
substances.
Stop the engine before adding fuel.
Do not leave the machine when adding fuel or oil.
Tighten all fuel and oil caps securely.
Be careful not to spill fuel on overheated surfaces or on parts
of the electrical system.
After adding fuel or oil, wipe up any spilled fuel or oil.
Put greasy rags and other flammable materials into a safe
container to maintain safety at the workplace.
When washing parts with oil, use a non-flammable oil. Do not
use diesel oil or gasoline. There is danger that they may
catch fire.
Do not weld or use a cutting torch to cut any pipes or tubes
that contain flammable liquids.
Determine well-ventilated areas for storing oil and fuel. Keep
the oil and fuel in the determined place and do not allow
unauthorized persons to enter.
When carrying out grinding or welding work on the machine,
move any flammable materials to a safe place before
starting.

Fire caused by accumulation of flammable material.

Remove any dry leaves, chips, pieces of paper, coal dust, or any other flammable materials accumulated or
affixed around the engine, exhaust manifold, muffler, or battery, or inside the undercovers.
To prevent fires spreading from sparks or burning particles from other fires, remove any flammable materials
such as dry leaves, chips, pieces of paper, coal dust, or any other flammable materials accumulated around
the cooling system (radiator, oil cooler) or inside the undercover.

Fire coming from electric wiring

Short circuits in the electrical system can cause fire. To prevent fire, always observe the following.
Keep all electric wiring connections clean and securely tightened.
Check the wiring every day for looseness or damage. Tighten any loose connectors or wiring clamps. Repair
or replace any damaged wiring.

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Fire coming from piping

Check that all the hose and tube clamps, guards, and cushions are securely fixed in position.
If they are loose, they may vibrate during operation and rub against other parts. There is danger that this may lead
to damage to the hoses and cause high-pressure oil to spurt out, leading to fire, serious personal injury or death.

Explosion caused by lighting equipment

When checking fuel, oil, battery electrolyte, or coolant, always use lighting with anti-explosion specifications.
When taking the electrical power for the lighting from the machine itself, follow the instructions in this manual.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN GETTING ON OR OFF MACHINE

USE HANDRAILS AND STEPS WHEN GETTING ON OR OFF MACHINE

To prevent personal injury caused by slipping or falling off the machine, always do as follows.
Use the handrails and steps marked by arrows in the diagram on
the right when getting on or off the machine.

To ensure safety, always face the machine and maintain

three-point contact (both feet and one hand, or both hands and
one foot) with the handrails and steps (including the track shoe)
to ensure that you support yourself.
Do not grip the control levers or lock lever when getting on or off
the machine.
Never climb on the engine hood or covers where there are no
non-slip pads.
Before getting on or off the machine, check the handrails and
steps (including the track shoe). If there is any oil, grease, or
mud on the handrails or steps (including the track shoe), wipe it
off immediately. Always keep these parts clean. Repair any
damage and tighten any loose bolts.
Do not get on or off the machine while holding tools in your hand.

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NO JUMPING ON OR OFF MACHINE

Never jump on or off the machine. Never get on or off a moving machine.
If the machine starts to move when there is no operator on the machine, do not jump on to the machine and try
to stop it.

NO PEOPLE ON ATTACHMENTS
Never let anyone ride on the work equipment or other attachments. There is a hazard of falling and suffering serious
personal injury or death.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STANDING UP FROM OPERATOR'S SEAT

Before standing up from the operator's seat, such as when
opening or closing the front window or ceiling window, when
removing or installing the bottom window, or adjusting the position
of the seat, always lower the work equipment completely to the
ground, set lock lever (1) to the lock position (L), and stop the
engine.
If the control levers are touched by mistake, the machine may
suddenly move and cause serious personal injury or death.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN LEAVING MACHINE

If the proper procedures are not taken when parking the machine,
the machine may suddenly move off by itself, and this may lead to
serious personal injury or death. Always do the following.
When leaving the machine, always lower the work equipment
completely to the ground, set lock lever (1) to the lock position
(L), and stop the engine.
In addition, lock all parts, always take the key with you and leave
it in the specified place.

EMERGENCY EXIT FROM OPERATOR'S CAB

If for some reason, the cab door does not open, use the rear window as an emergency escape. For details, see
"EMERGENCY EXIT FROM OPERATOR'S CAB (PAGE 3-43)" in this manual.

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DO NOT GET CAUGHT IN WORK EQUIPMENT

The clearance in the area around the work equipment changes according to the movement of the link. If you get
caught, you may suffer serious personal injury or death. Do not allow anyone to come close to any rotating or
extending/retracting portion.

PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO PROTECTIVE STRUCTURES

The operator's compartment is equipped with a structure (ROPS,
FOPS) to protect the operator by absorbing the impact energy. If
the machine weight (mass) exceeds the certified value (shown on
the ROLL-OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)
CERTIFICATION plate), ROPS will not be able to fulfill its function.
Do not increase machine weight beyond the certified value by
modifying the machine or by installing attachments to the machine.
Also, if the function of the protective equipment is impeded, the
protective equipment will not be able to protect the operator, and
the operator may suffer injury or death. Always observe the
following.
If the machine is equipped with a protective structure, do not
remove the protective structure and carry out operations without
it.
If the protective structure is welded, or holes are drilled in it, or
it is modified in any other way, its strength may drop. Consult
your Komatsu distributor before carrying out any modifications.
If the protective structure is damaged or deformed by falling objects or by rolling over, its strength will be reduced
and it will not be able to fulfill its function properly. In such cases, always contact your Komatsu distributor for
advice on the method of repair.
Even if the protective structure is installed, always fasten your seat belt properly when operating the machine.
If you do not fasten your seatbelt properly, it cannot display its effect.

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PROTECTION AGAINST FALLING, FLYING, INTRUDING OBJECTS

On jobsites where there is a hazard that falling objects, flying
objects, or intruding objects may hit or enter the operator's cab,
consider the operating conditions and install the necessary guards
to protect the operator.
When operating on jobsites, such as mines or quarries, where
there is a hazard of falling rocks, install FOPS and a front guard,
and always keep the front window closed when operating. In
addition, always check that there is no one except the operator
in the surrounding area. They may be hit by falling objects or
flying objects.
When carrying out demolition or breaker operations, install a
front guard and always keep the front window closed when
operating. In addition, always check that there is no one except
the operator in the surrounding area. They may be hit by falling
objects or flying objects.

UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION
Komatsu will not be responsible for any injuries, accidents, product failures or other property damages resulting
from modifications made without authorization from Komatsu.
Any modification made without authorization from Komatsu can create hazards. Before making a modification,
consult your Komatsu distributor.

PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS

Any injuries, accidents, product failures or other property damages resulting from the use of unauthorized
attachments or parts will not be the responsibility of Komatsu.
When installing optional parts or attachments, there may be problems with safety or legal restrictions. Therefore
contact your Komatsu distributor for advice.
Depending on type of combination of work equipment, there is hazard that the work equipment may hit the cab
or other parts of the machine. During operation, an interference of the work equipment with the machine may
cause a serious personal injury. Before using unfamiliar work equipment, check there is hazard of interference,
and operate within not contact.
When installing and using optional attachments, read the instruction manual for the attachment, and the general
information related to attachments in this manual.

PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO CAB GLASS

If the cab glass is broken during operations, stop operations and repair the cab glass immediately.
If the cab glass on the work equipment side is broken, there is a hazard that the operator may be directly hit or
caught in the work equipment. If the glass is broken, stop operations immediately and replace the glass.
The ceiling window is made of plastic, so if it is scratched, the visibility will become poor and there is danger that
it may break. If it is scratched, replace it with the new part as soon as possible. If the window is scratched and
is not replaced, there is danger that any rocks falling on it will cause it to break, leading to injury to the operator.

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PRECAUTIONS WHEN RUNNING ENGINE INSIDE BUILDING

The engine exhaust gas contains substances that may damage
your health or even cause death. Start or operate the engine in a
place where there is good ventilation. If the engine or machine
must be operated inside a building or under ground, where the
ventilation is poor, take steps to ensure that the engine exhaust
gas is removed and that ample fresh air is brought in.

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PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION

PRECAUTIONS FOR JOBSITE

INVESTIGATE AND CONFIRM JOBSITE CONDITIONS

On the jobsite, there are various hidden dangers that may lead to personal injury or death. Before starting
operations, always check the following to confirm that there is no danger on the jobsite.
When carrying out operations near combustible materials such as thatched roofs, dry leaves or dry grass, there
is a hazard of fire, so be careful when operating.
Check the terrain and condition of the ground at the worksite, and determine the safest method of operation. Do
not operate where there is a hazard of landslides or falling rocks.
If water lines, gas lines, or high-voltage electrical lines may be
buried under the worksite, contact each utility and identify their
locations. Be careful not to sever or damage any of these lines.
Take necessary measures to prevent any unauthorized person
from entering the operating area.
In particular, if you need to operate on a road, protect pedestrian
and cars by designating a person for worksite traffic duty or by
installing fences around the worksite.
When traveling or operating in water or on soft ground, check
the water depth, speed of the current, bedrock, and shape of the
ground beforehand and avoid any place that will obstruct travel.

WORKING ON LOOSE GROUND

Avoid traveling or operating your machine too close to the edge of cliffs, overhangs, and deep ditches. The
ground may be weak in such areas. If the ground should collapse under the weight or vibration of the machine,
there is a hazard that the machine may fall or tip over. Remember that the soil after heavy rain or blasting or after
earthquakes is weak in these areas.
When working on embankments or near excavated ditches, there is a hazard that the weight and vibration of the
machine will cause the soil to collapse. Before starting operations, take steps to ensure that the ground is safe
and to prevent the machine from rolling over or falling.

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DO NOT GO CLOSE TO HIGH-VOLTAGE CABLES

Do not travel or operate the machine near electric cables. There is
a hazard of electric shock, which may cause serious personal
injury or death. On jobsites where the machine may go close to
electric cables, always do as follows.
Before starting work near electric cables, inform the local power
company of the work to be performed, and ask them to take the
necessary action.

Even going close to high-voltage cables can cause electric

shock, which may cause serious burns or even death. Always
Voltage of Cables Safety Distance
maintain a safe distance (see the table on the right) between the 100V - 200V Over 2 m (7 ft)
machine and the electric cable. Check with the local power 6,600V Over 2 m (7 ft)
company about safe operating procedure before starting 22,000V Over 3 m (10 ft)
operations. 66,000V Over 4 m (14 ft)
To prepare for any possible emergencies, wear rubber shoes 154,000V Over 5 m (17 ft)
and gloves. Lay a rubber sheet on top of the seat, and be careful
187,000V Over 6 m (20 ft)
not to touch the chassis with any exposed part of your body.
275,000V Over 7 m (23 ft)
Use a signalman to give warning if the machine approaches too
close to the electric cables. 500,000V Over 11 m (36 ft)
When carrying out operations near high voltage cables, do not
let anyone near the machine.
If the machine should come too close or touch the electric cable,
to prevent electric shock, the operator should not leave the
operator's compartment until it has been confirmed that the
electricity has been shut off.
Also, do not let anyone near the machine.

ENSURE GOOD VISIBILITY

This machine is equipped with mirrors to ensure good visibility, but even then there are places that cannot be seen
from the operator's seat, so be careful when operating.
When traveling or carrying out operations in places with poor visibility, it is impossible to check for obstacles in the
area around the machine and to check the condition of the jobsite. This leads to danger of serious personal injury
or death. When traveling or carrying out operations in places with poor visibility, always observe the following.
Position a signalman if there are areas where the visibility is not good.
Only one signalman should give signals.
When working in dark places, turn on the working lamp and front lamps installed to the machine, and set up
additional lighting in the work area if necessary.
Stop operations if the visibility is poor, such as in mist, snow, rain, or dust.
When checking the mirrors installed to the machine, remove all dirt and adjust the angle of the mirror to ensure
good visibility.

CHECKING SIGNS AND SIGNALMAN'S SIGNALS

Set up signs to inform of road shoulders and soft ground. If the visibility is not good, position a signalman if
necessary. Operators should pay careful attention to the signs and follow the instructions from the signalman.
Only one signalman should give signals.
Make sure that all workers understand the meaning of all signals and signs before starting work.

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BEWARE OF ASBESTOS DUST

Asbestos dust in the air can cause lung cancer if it is inhaled. There is danger of inhaling asbestos when working
on jobsites handling demolition work or work handling industrial waste. Always observe the following.
Spray water to keep down the dust.
Do not use compressed air.
If there is danger that there may be asbestos dust in the air,
always operate the machine from an upwind position, and make
sure that all workers operate on the upwind side.
All workers should use anti-dust masks.
Do not allow other persons to approach during the operation.
Always observe the rules and regulations for the work site and
environmental standards.
This machine does not use asbestos, but there is a danger that
imitation parts may contain asbestos, so always use genuine
Komatsu parts.

STARTING ENGINE

USE WARNING TAGS

If there is any "DANGER! Do NOT operate!" warning tag displayed,
it means that someone is carrying out inspection and maintenance
of the machine. If the warning sign is ignored and the machine is
operated, there is danger that the person carrying out inspection or
maintenance may be caught in the rotating parts or moving parts
and suffer serious personal injury or death. Do not start the engine
or touch the levers.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

Carry out the following checks before starting the engine at the beginning of the day's work to ensure that there is
no problem with the operation of the machine. If this inspection is not carried out properly problems may occur with
the operation of the machine, and there is danger that this may lead to serious personal injury or death.
Remove all dirt from the surface of the window glass to ensure a good view.
Carry out the "Walk-around Checks (PAGE 3-75)".
Remove all dirt from the surface of the lens of the front lamps and working lamps, and check that they light up
correctly.
Check the coolant level, fuel level, and oil level in engine oil pan, check for clogging of the air cleaner, and check
for damage to the electric wiring.
Check that there is no mud or dust accumulated around the movable parts of any pedals, and check that the
pedals work properly.
Adjust the operator's seat to a position where it is easy to carry out operations, and check that there is no damage
or wear to the seat belt or mounting clamps.
Check that the gauges work properly, check the angle of the mirror, and check that the control levers are all at
the Neutral position.
Before starting the engine, check that lock lever (1) is in LOCK
position (L).
Adjust the mirrors so that the rear of the machine can be seen
clearly from the operator's seat.
When adjusting, see "Rearview Mirrors (PAGE 3-93)".
Check that there are no persons or obstacles above, below, or
in the area around the machine.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING ENGINE

Start and operate the machine only while seated.
When starting the engine, sound the horn as a warning.
Do not allow anyone apart from the operator to ride on the machine.
Do not attempt to start the engine by short-circuiting the engine starting circuit. This may cause fire, serious
personal injury or death.

PRECAUTIONS IN COLD AREAS

Carry out the warming-up operation thoroughly. If the machine is not thoroughly warmed up before the control
levers or control pedals are operated, the reaction of the machine will be slow or the machine may move in a way
not expected by the operator. Particularly in cold weather, be sure to carry out the warming-up operation
thoroughly.
If the battery electrolyte is frozen, do not charge the battery or start the engine with a different power source.
There is a hazard that this will ignite the battery and cause the battery to explode.
Before charging or starting the engine with a different power source, melt the battery electrolyte and check that
there is no leakage of electrolyte before starting.

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STARTING WITH BOOSTER CABLES

If any mistake is made in the method of connecting the booster
cables, it may cause the battery to explode, so always do as
follows.
Always wear safety goggles and rubber gloves when starting
the engine with booster cable.
When connecting a normal machine to a problem machine with
booster cables, always use a normal machine with the same
battery voltage as the problem machine.
When starting with a booster cable, carry out the starting
operation with two workers (one worker sitting in the operator's
seat and the other working with the battery).
When starting from another machine, do not allow the two
machines to touch.
When connecting the booster cables, turn the starting switch to
the OFF position for both the normal machine and problem
machine. There is a hazard that the machine will move when the
power is connected.
Be sure to connect the positive (+) cable first when installing the
booster cables. Disconnect the negative (-) cable (ground side)
first when removing them.
When removing the booster cables, be careful not to let the
booster cable clips touch each other or to let the clips touch the
machine.
For details of the starting procedure when using booster cables,
see "Starting Engine with Booster Cables (PAGE 3-161)" in the
OPERATION section.

OPERATION

CHECKS BEFORE OPERATION

If the checks before starting are not carried out properly, the machine will be unable to display its full performance,
and there is also danger that it may lead to serious personal injury or death.
When carrying out the checks, move the machine to a wide area where there are no obstructions, and pay careful
attention to the surrounding area. Do not allow anyone near the machine.
Always wear the seatbelt. There is danger that you may be
thrown out of the operator's seat and suffer serious injury when
the brakes are applied suddenly.
Check that the movement of the machine matches the display
on the control pattern card. If it does not match, replace it
immediately with the correct control pattern card.
Check the operating condition of the machine, work equipment,
arm, boom, travel, and swing system.
Check for any problem in the sound of the machine, vibration,
heat, smell, or gauges; check also that there is no leakage of oil
or fuel.
If any problem is found, carry out repairs immediately.

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PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRAVELING IN FORWARD OR REVERSE AND SWINGING

When traveling, drive with sprocket (1) at the rear of the
machine. If sprocket (1) is at the front, the operation of the travel
levers will be the opposite of the actual direction of travel, so
there is a hazard that the machine may travel in an unexpected
direction, leading to serious injury or death.
Always lock the door and windows of the operator's
compartment in position (open or closed).
On jobsites where there is a hazard of flying objects or of objects
entering the operator's compartment, check that the door and
windows are securely closed.
Do not allow anyone apart from the operator to ride on the
machine.
If there are any persons in the area around the machine, there
is danger that they may be hit or caught by the machine, and this
may lead to serious personal injury or death. Always observe
the following before traveling.
Always operate the machine only when seated.
Before moving off, check it again that there is no person or
obstacle in the surrounding area.
Before starting to move, sound the horn to warn people in the
surrounding area.
Check that the travel alarm and other alarms work properly.
If there is an area to the rear of the machine that cannot be
seen, position a signalman. Swing slowly and be extremely
careful not to hit any person or object.

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PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRAVELING

When traveling or carrying out operations, always keep a safe distance from people, structures, or other
machines to avoid coming into contact with them.
When traveling on the level ground, keep the work equipment
approximately 40 to 50 cm above the ground. Otherwise, the
work equipment may contact to the ground and the machine
may be turned over.
If the view to the right side is poor, raise the boom to ensure
better visibility.
For machines equipped with an auto-deceleration system,
always turn the auto-deceleration switch OFF when traveling on
rough ground or steep slopes. If the machine is operated with
the auto-deceleration system ON, the engine speed will rise and
the machine travel speed may suddenly become faster.
Avoid traveling over obstacles when possible. If the machine
has to travel over an obstacle, keep the work equipment close
to the ground and travel at low speed. There is more danger of
the machine tipping over to the left or right than tipping over to
the front or rear, so do not travel over obstacles which make the
machine tilt strongly to the left or right sides.
When traveling on rough ground, travel at low speed and do not
operate the steering suddenly. There is danger that the machine
may turn over. The work equipment may hit the ground surface
and cause the machine to lose its balance, or may damage the
machine or structures in the area.
When using the machine, to prevent personal injury caused by damage to the work equipment or by the machine
overturning due to overloading, do not exceed the permitted performance of the machine or the maximum
permitted load for the structure of the machine.
When passing over bridges or structures, check first that the structure is strong enough to support the weight of
the machine.
When operating in tunnels, under bridges, under electric wires, or other places where the height is limited, operate
slowly and be extremely careful not to let the machine body or work equipment hit anything.

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TRAVELING ON SLOPES
To prevent the machine from tipping over or slipping to the side, always do as follows.
Keep the work equipment approx. 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in) above
the ground. In case of emergency, lower the work equipment to
the ground immediately to help stop the machine.
When travel up slopes, set the operator's cab facing uphill, when
travel down slopes, set the operator's cab facing downhill.
Always check the firmness of the ground under the front of the
machine when traveling.

When traveling up a steep slope, extend the work equipment to

the front to improve the balance, keep the work equipment
approximately 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in) above the ground, and
travel at low speed.

When traveling downhill, lower the engine speed, keep the travel lever close to the neutral position, and travel at
low speed.
Always travel straight up or down a slope. Traveling at an angle
or across the slope is extremely dangerous.
Do not turn on slopes or travel across slopes. Always go down
to a flat place to change the position of the machine, then travel
on to the slope again.

Travel on grass, fallen leaves, or wet steel plates with low speed. Even with slight slopes there is a hazard that
the machine may slip.
If the engine stops when the machine is traveling on a slope, move the control levers immediately to the neutral
position and start the engine again.

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OPERATING ON SLOPES
When working on slopes, there is a hazard that the machine may lose its balance and turn over when the swing
or work equipment are operated. This may lead to serious injury or property damage, so always provide a stable
place when carrying out these operations, and operate carefully.
Do not swing the work equipment from the uphill side to the
downhill side when the bucket is loaded. This operation is
dangerous, and may cause the machine to tip over.
If the machine has to be used on a slope, pile the soil to make
a platform (A) that will keep the machine as horizontal as
possible.

PROHIBITED OPERATIONS
If the machine rolls over or falls, or the ground at the working point collapses, or a structure being demolished
collapses, it may lead to serious personal injury or death. Always observe the following.
Never dig the work face under an overhang. There is a hazard
that rocks may fall or that the overhang may collapse and fall on
top of the machine.

Do not excavate too deeply under the front of the machine. The
ground under the machine may collapse and cause the machine
to fall.

To make it easier to escape if there is any problem, set the

tracks at right angles to the road shoulder or cliff with the
sprocket at the rear when carrying out operations.

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When carrying out demolition work, do not carry out demolition

work under the front of the machine. This makes the ground
unstable, and there is a hazard of the machine falling.

When carrying out demolition work, do not carry out demolition

work above your head. There is a hazard of broken parts falling
or of the building collapsing and causing serious injury or death.

When carrying out demolition work, do not use the impact force
of the work equipment for breaking work. There is a hazard of
damage to the work equipment and also a hazard of serious
personal injury or death being caused by flying pieces of broken
materials, or of the machine tipping over due to reaction from the
impact.

The not pass the bucket over the heads of other workers or over the operator's seat of dump trucks or other
hauling equipment. There is danger that the load may spill or the bucket may hit the dump truck and cause
serious personal injury or death.
When working on or from the top of buildings or other structures, check the strength and the structure before
starting operations. There is a hazard of the building collapsing and causing serious injury or damage.
Generally speaking, the machine is more liable to overturn when the work equipment is at the side than when it
is at the front or rear.
When using a breaker or other heavy work equipment, there is a hazard of the machine losing its balance and
tipping over. When operating on flat ground as well as on slopes.
Do not suddenly lower, swing, or stop the work equipment.
Do not suddenly extend or retract the boom cylinder. There is a hazard that impact will cause the machine to
tip over.

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In the operation using the fork or grapple, do not attempt to pick

up an object with their tips.
There is a danger of damage to the machine or personal injury,
as the picked - up object can easily slip off.

TRAVELING ON SNOW-COVERED OR FROZEN SURFACES

Snow-covered or frozen surfaces are slippery, so be extremely careful when traveling or operating the machine,
and do not operate the levers suddenly. Even a slight slope may cause the machine to slip, so be particularly
careful when working on slopes.
With frozen ground surfaces, the ground becomes soft when the temperature rises, and this may cause the
machine to tip over or make it impossible for the machine to escape.
If the machine enters deep snow, there is a hazard that it may tip over or become buried in the snow. Be careful
not to leave the road shoulder or to get trapped in a snow drift.
When clearing snow, the road shoulder and objects placed beside the road are buried in the snow and cannot be
seen. There is a hazard of the machine tipping over or hitting covered objects, so always carry out operations
carefully.

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PARKING MACHINE
Park the machine on firm, level ground.
Select a place where there is no hazard of landslides, falling
rocks, or flooding.
Lower the work equipment completely to the ground.

When leaving the machine, set lock lever (1) to the LOCK
position (L), then stop the engine.
Always close the operator's cab door, and use the key to lock all
the equipment in order to prevent any unauthorized person from
moving the machine. Always remove the key, take it with you,
and leave it in the specified place.

If it is necessary to park the machine on a slope, always do as

follows.
Set the work equipment on the downhill side and dig it into the
ground.
In addition, put blocks under the tracks to prevent the
machine from moving.

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TRANSPORTATION
When the machine is transported on a trailer, there is danger of serious personal injury or death during
transportation. Always do as follows.
Always check the machine dimensions carefully. Depending on the work equipment installed, the machine
weight, transportation height, and overall length may differ.
Check beforehand that all bridges and other structures on the transportation route are strong enough to withstand
the combined weight of the transporter and the machine being transported.
The machine can be divided into parts for transportation, so when transporting the machine, please contact your
Komatsu distributor to have the work carried out.

LOADING AND UNLOADING

When loading or unloading the machine, mistaken operation may
bring the hazard of the machine tipping over or falling, so particular
care is necessary. Always do as follows.
Perform loading and unloading on firm, level ground only.
Maintain a safe distance from the edge of the road or cliff.
Never use the work equipment to load or unload the machine.
There is danger that the machine may fall or tip over.
Always use ramps of adequate strength. Be sure that the ramps
are wide, long, and thick enough to provide a safe loading slope.
Take suitable steps to prevent the ramps from moving out of
position or coming off.
(1)Blocks
Be sure the ramp surface is clean and free of grease, oil, ice and (2)Ramp
loose materials. Remove dirt from machine-tracks. On a rainy (3)Centerline of trailer
day, in particular, be extremely careful since the ramp surface is (4)Angle of ramps: Max. 15°
slippery.
For machines equipped with an auto-deceleration device,
always turn the auto-deceleration switch OFF. If the machine is
operated with the auto-deceleration system ON, there is danger
that the engine speed will suddenly rise, the machine will
suddenly move off, or the machine travel speed will become
faster.
Run the engine at low idling and drive the machine slowly at low speed.
When on the ramps, do not operate any lever except for the travel lever.
Never correct your steering on the ramps. If necessary, drive off the ramps, correct the direction, then enter the
ramps again.
The center of gravity of the machine will change suddenly at the joint between the ramps and the track or trailer,
and there is danger of the machine losing its balance. Travel slowly over this point.
When loading or unloading to an embankment or platform, make sure that it has suitable width, strength, and
grade.
When swinging the upper structure on the trailer, the trailer is unstable, so pull in the work equipment and swing
slowly.
For machines equipped with a cab, always lock the door after boarding the machine. If this is not done, the door
may suddenly open during transportation.
Refer to "TRANSPORTATION (PAGE 3-140)".

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TOWING

PRECAUTIONS WHEN TOWING

Always use the correct towing equipment and towing method. Any mistake in the selection of the wire rope or towing
bar or in the method of towing a disabled machine may lead to serious personal injury or death.
For towing, see "TOWING THE MACHINE (PAGE 3-158)".
Always confirm that the wire rope or drawbar used for towing has ample strength for the weight of the machine
being towed.
Never use a wire rope which has cut strands (A), reduced
diameter (B), or kinks (C). There is danger that the rope may
break during the towing operation.
Always wear leather gloves when handling wire rope.
Never tow a machine on a slope.
During the towing operation, never stand between the towing
machine and the machine being towed.

LIFTING OBJECTS WITH BUCKET

PRECAUTIONS FOR LIFTING OPERATIONS

Do not carry out lifting work on slopes, soft ground, or other places where the machine is not stable.
Use wire rope that conforms to the specified standard.
Determine the signals to be used and place a signalman in position.
To prevent the danger of contact with a raised load or the danger from a falling load, do not allow any worker inside
the area.
It is dangerous if a raised load hits any person or structure. When operating the swing or work equipment, always
check carefully that the surrounding area is safe.
Do not start, swing, or stop the machine suddenly. There is a hazard that the lifted load will swing.
Do not use the work equipment or swing to pull the load in any
direction. There is danger that the hook may break and the load
come off, causing the work equipment to move suddenly and
cause personal injury.
Do not leave the operator's seat when there is a raised load.

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PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

DISPLAY WARNING TAG DURING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

If there is any "DANGER! Do NOT operate!" warning tag displayed,
it means that someone is carrying out inspection and maintenance
of the machine. If the warning sign is ignored and the machine is
operated, there is danger that the person carrying out inspection or
maintenance may be caught in the rotating parts or moving parts
and suffer serious personal injury or death. Do not start the engine
or touch the levers.
If necessary, put up signs around the machine also.
Warning tag part number: 09963-03001
When not using this warning tag, keep it in the toolbox.
If there is no toolbox, keep it in the pocket for the Operation and
Maintenance Manual

KEEP WORKPLACE CLEAN AND TIDY

Do not leave hammers or other tools lying around in the work place. Wipe up all grease, oil, or other substances
that will cause you to slip. Always keep the work place clean and tidy to enable you to carry out operations safely.
If the work place is not kept clean and tidy, there is the danger that you will trip, slip, or fall over and injure yourself.
When cleaning the ceiling window which is made of organic glass (polycarbonate), use tap water and avoid use
of organic solvents for cleaning. An organic solvent like benzene, toluene or methanol can invite a chemical
reaction like dissolution and decomposition on the window glass, deteriorating polycarbonate in use.

SELECT SUITABLE PLACE FOR INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Stop the machine on firm, level ground.
Select a place where there is no hazard of landslides, falling rocks, or flooding.

ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL

Do not allow any unauthorized personnel into the area when servicing the machine. If necessary, employ a guard.

APPOINT LEADER WHEN WORKING WITH OTHERS

When repairing the machine or when removing and installing the work equipment, appoint a leader and follow his
instructions during the operation.

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STOP ENGINE BEFORE CARRYING OUT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Lower the work equipment completely to the ground and stop
the engine before performing any inspection and maintenance.

Turn the starting switch to the ON position. Operate the work

equipment control lever back and forth, left and right at the full
stroke 2 to 3 times to eliminate the remaining internal pressure
in the hydraulic circuit, and then push up lock lever (1) to the
LOCK position (L).
Check that the battery relay is off and main power is not
conducted. (Wait for approx. one minute after turning off the
engine starting switch key and press the horn switch. If the horn
does not sound, it is not activated.)

Put blocks under the track to prevent the machine from moving.

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TWO WORKERS FOR MAINTENANCE WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING

To prevent personal injury, do not carry out maintenance with the engine running. If maintenance must be carried
out with the engine running, carry out the operation with at least two workers and do as follows.
One worker must always sit in the operator's seat and be ready
to stop the engine at any time. All workers must maintain
contact with the other workers.
When carrying out operations near the fan, fan belt, or other
rotating parts, there is a hazard of being caught in the parts, so
be careful not to come close.
Never drop or insert tools or other objects into the fan, fan belt,
or other rotating parts. There is danger that they may contact
the rotating parts and break or be sent flying.

Release the residual pressure from the hydraulic system, and

place Lock lever (1) to its LOCK position. For releasing of the
residual oil pressure, see the METHOD OF RELEASING
PRESSURE IN HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT (PAGE 4-83)".
Do not touch the control levers or pedals. If it is necessary to
operate the control levers or pedals, always give a signal to your
fellow workers and have them move to a safe place.

INSTALLING, REMOVING, OR STORING ATTACHMENTS

Appoint a leader before starting removal or installation
operations for attachments.
Place attachments that have been removed from the machine in
a stable condition so that they do not fall. And take steps to
prevent unauthorized persons from entering the storage area.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING AT HIGH PLACES

When working at high places, use a step ladder or other stand to ensure that the work can be carried out safely.

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PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING UNDER MACHINE OR WORK EQUIPMENT

Make sure the hoists or jacks you use are in good repair and
strong enough to handle the weight of the component. Never
use jacks at places where the machine is damaged, bent, or
twisted. Never use frayed, twisted or pinched wire rope. Never
use bent or distorted hooks.
It is extremely dangerous to work under the machine if the track
shoes are lifted off the ground and the machine is supported
only with the work equipment. If any of the control levers is
touched by accident, or there is damage occurring to the
hydraulic piping, the work equipment or the machine will
suddenly drop. This is extremely dangerous. Never work under
the work equipment or the machine.
If it is necessary to raise the work equipment or the machine and then go under it to carry out inspection or
maintenance, support the work equipment and machine securely with blocks and stands strong enough to
support the weight of the work equipment and machine.
If the work equipment and machine are not supported, there is a hazard that they may come down and that this
may lead to serious personal injury or death.
Never use concrete blocks for supports. They can collapse under even light loads.

PROPER TOOLS
Use only tools suited to the task and be sure to use the tools
correctly. Using damaged, deformed, or low quality tools, or
making improper use of the tools may cause serious personal
injury.

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PRECAUTIONS FOR INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

PRECAUTIONS WHEN WELDING

Welding operations must always be carried out by a qualified welder and in a place equipped with proper equipment.
There is a hazard of gas, fire, or electrocution when carrying out welding, so never allow any unqualified personnel
to carry out welding.

HANDLING BATTERY
Before inspecting or handling the battery, turn the key in the starting switch to the OFF position.

Danger of battery exploding

When the battery is being charged, flammable hydrogen gas is
generated and may explode. In addition, the battery electrolyte
includes dilute sulphuric acid. Any mistake in handling may
cause serious personal injury, explosion, or fire, so always
observe the following.
Do not use or charge the battery if the battery electrolyte is
below the LOWER LEVEL mark. This will cause explosion.
Always carry out periodic inspection of the battery electrolyte
level, and add distilled water (or commercially available
battery filler solution) to the UPPER LEVEL mark.
Do not smoke or bring any flame close to the battery.
Hydrogen gas is generated when the battery is being
charged, so remove the battery from the machine, take it to
a well-ventilated place, remove the battery caps, then carry
out the charging.
After charging, tighten the battery caps securely.

Danger from dilute sulphuric acid

When the battery is being charged, flammable hydrogen gas is
generated and may explode. In addition, the battery electrolyte
includes dilute sulphuric acid. Any mistake in handling may
cause serious personal injury, explosion, or fire, so always
observe the following.
When handling the battery, always wear protective goggles
and rubber gloves.
If battery electrolyte gets into your eyes, immediately wash
your eyes with large amounts of fresh water. After that, get
medical attention immediately.
If battery electrolyte gets on your clothes or skin, wash it off
immediately with large amounts of water.

Removing battery cables

Before repairing the electrical system or carrying out electric welding, turn the starting switch OFF. Wait for
approx. 1 minute, then remove the negative (-) battery cable to stop the flow of electricity.

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Danger of sparks
There is hazard that sparks will be generated, so always observe the following.
Do not let tools or other metal objects make any contact between the battery cables. Do not leave tools lying
around near the battery.
When removing the battery cables, remove the ground cable (negative (-) cable) first. When installing,
connect the positive (+) cable first, then connect the ground.
Tighten the battery cable terminals securely.
Secure the battery firmly in the specified position.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING HAMMER

When using a hammer, pins may fly out or metal particles may be
scattered. This may lead to serious personal injury or death.
Always do as follows.
When hitting pins or bucket teeth, there is a hazard that broken
pieces might be sent flying and injure people in the surrounding
area. Always check that there is no one in the surrounding area.
If hard metal parts such as pins, bucket teeth, cutting edges, or
bearings are hit with a hammer, there is a hazard that pieces
might be scattered and cause serious personal injury or death.
Always wear safety glasses and gloves.
If the pin is hit with strong force, there is a hazard that it may fly
out and injure people in the surrounding area. Do not allow
anyone to enter the surrounding area.

PRECAUTIONS WITH HIGH-TEMPERATURE COOLANT

To prevent burns from boiling water or steam spurting out when
checking or draining the coolant, wait for the coolant to cool down
to a temperature where the radiator cap can be touched by hand.
Then loosen the cap slowly to release the pressure inside the
radiator, and remove the cap.

PRECAUTIONS WITH HIGH-TEMPERATURE OIL

To prevent burns from hot oil spurting out or from touching
high-temperature parts when checking or draining the oil, wait for
the oil to cool down to a temperature where the cap or plug can be
touched by hand. Then loosen the cap or plug slowly to release the
internal pressure and remove the cap or plug.

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PRECAUTIONS WITH HIGH-PRESSURE OIL

The hydraulic system is always under internal pressure. In addition, the fuel piping is also under internal pressure
when the engine is running and immediately after the engine is stopped. When carrying out inspection or
replacement of the piping or hoses, check that the internal pressure in the circuit has been released. If this is not
done, it may lead to serious personal injury or death. Always do as follows.
Do not carry out inspection or replacement work with the circuit under pressure.
Always release the pressure before starting. For details, see "METHOD OF RELEASING PRESSURE IN
HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT (PAGE 4-83)".
If there is any leakage from the piping or hoses, the surrounding area will be wet, so check for cracks in the piping
and hoses and for swelling in the hoses.
When carry out inspection, wear safety glasses and leather gloves.
There is a hazard that high-pressure oil leaking from small holes
may penetrate your skin or cause loss of sight if it contacts your
skin or eyes directly. If you are hit by a jet of high-pressure oil
and suffer injury to your skin or eyes, wash the place with clean
water, and consult a doctor immediately for medical attention.

PRECAUTIONS WITH HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL

When the engine is running, high-pressure is generated in the engine fuel piping. When carrying out inspection or
maintenance of the fuel piping system, stop the engine and wait for at least 30 seconds to allow the internal pressure
to go down before starting the operation.

HANDLING HIGH-PRESSURE HOSES AND PIPING

If oil or fuel leaks from high-pressure hoses or piping, it may cause fire or misoperation, and lead to serious
personal injury, or death. If the hose or piping mounts are loose or oil or fuel is found to be leaking from the mount,
stop operations and tighten to the specified torque.
If any damaged or deformed hoses or piping are found, please consult your Komatsu distributor.
Replace the hose if any of the following problems are found.
Damaged hose or deformed hydraulic fitting.
Frayed or cut covering or exposed reinforcement wire layer.
Covering swollen in places.
Twisted or crushed movable portion.
Foreign material embedded in covering.

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PRECAUTIONS FOR HIGH VOLTAGE

When the engine is running and immediately after it is stopped,
high voltage is generated inside the engine controller and the
engine injector, and there is danger of electrocution. Never touch
the inside of the controller or the engine injector portion.
If it is necessary to touch the inside of the controller or the engine
injector portion, please contact your Komatsu distributor.

NOISE
When carrying out maintenance of the engine and you are exposed to noise for long periods of time, wear ear covers
or ear plugs while working.
If the noise from the machine is too loud, it may cause temporary or permanent hearing problems.

PRECAUTIONS WITH HIGH-PRESSURE GREASE WHEN ADJUSTING TRACK TENSION

Grease is pumped into the track tension adjustment system
under high pressure.
If the specified procedure for maintenance is not followed when
making adjustment, grease drain plug (1) may fly out and cause
serious injury or property damage.
When loosening grease drain plug (1) to loosen the track
tension, never loosen it more than one turn. Loosen the grease
drain plug slowly.
Never put your face, hands, feet, or any other part of your body
close to grease drain plug (1).

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DO NOT DISASSEMBLE RECOIL SPRING

Never disassemble the recoil spring assembly. The recoil spring
assembly has a powerful spring that acts to reduce the impact on
the idler. If it is disassembled by mistake, the spring may shoot out
and cause serious personal injury or death.
It is necessary to disassemble the recoil spring assembly, always
ask your Komatsu distributor to carry out the operation.

HANDLING ACCUMULATOR AND GAS SPRING

This machine is equipped with an accumulator. Even after the engine stops, the work equipment control levers can
be operated for a short time in the LOWER direction to allow the work equipment to go down under its own weight.
After stopping the engine, set the lock lever to the LOCK position.
The accumulator and gas spring are charged with high-pressure nitrogen gas. If the accumulator is handled
mistakenly, it may cause an explosion that could lead to serious personal injury or death. For this reason, always
observe the following precautions.
Do not disassemble the accumulator.
Do not bring it near flame or dispose of it in fire.
Do not make holes in it, weld it, or use a cutting torch.
Do not hit or roll the accumulator, or subject it to any impact.
When disposing of the accumulator, the gas must be released.
Please contact your Komatsu distributor to have this work
performed.

PRECAUTIONS WITH COMPRESSED AIR

When carrying out cleaning with compressed air, there is a hazard of serious personal injury caused by flying dust
or particles.
When using compressed air to clean the filter element or radiator, wear safety glasses, anti-dust mask, gloves,
and other protective equipment.

MAINTENANCE OF AIR CONDITIONER

If air conditioner refrigerant gets into your eyes, it may cause loss of sight; if it contacts your skin, it may cause
frostbite. Never loosen any parts of the cooling circuit.

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DISPOSING OF WASTE MATERIALS

To prevent pollution, pay careful attention to the method of disposing of waste materials.
Always put oil drained from your machine in containers. Never
drain oil directly onto the ground or dump into the sewage
system, rivers, the sea, or lakes.
Obey appropriate laws and regulations when disposing of
harmful objects such as oil, fuel, coolant, solvent, filters, and
batteries.

METHOD OF SELECTING WINDOW WASHER FLUID

Use an ethyl alcohol base washer liquid.
Methyl alcohol base washer liquid may irritate your eyes, so do not use it.

PERIODIC REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS

To enable this machine to be used safely for a long period, always carry out periodic replacement of safety critical
parts that have a particularly close relation to safety, such as hoses and the seatbelt.
For details of the replacement of safety critical parts, see "SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS (PAGE 4-13)".
The material of these components naturally changes over time, and repeated use causes deterioration, wear, and
fatigue. As a result, there is a hazard that these components may fail and cause serious personal injury or death.
It is difficult to judge the remaining life of these components from external inspection or the feeling when
operating, so always replace them at the specified interval.
Replace or repair safety-critical parts if any defect is found, even when they have not reached the specified
replacement time.

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MACHINE VIEW ILLUSTRATIONS

OVERALL MACHINE VIEW

(1) Bucket (7) Boom cylinder

(2) Bucket link (8) Sprocket
(3) Bucket cylinder (9) Track frame
(4) Arm (10) Track shoe
(5) Arm cylinder (11) Idler
(6) Boom (12) Overhead guard

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CONTROLS AND GAUGES

(1) Radio (12) Horn switch

(2) Large capacity airflow air conditioner blower (13) R.H. work equipment control lever
switch (if equipped) (14) Cigarette lighter
(3) Revolving warning lamp switch (if equipped) (15) Starting switch
(4) Lower wiper switch (machines equipped with (16) Step light switch
fixed front window cab) (17) Fuel control dial
(5) Air conditioner control panel (18) Lamp switch
(6) Lock lever (19) Swing lock switch
(7) L.H. work equipment control lever (20) Machine push-up switch
(8) Travel pedals (21) Boom shockless control switch
(9) Travel levers (22) Swing parking brake release switch
(10) Ashtray (23) Emergency pump drive switch
(11) Machine monitor (24) Room lamp switch

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Machine monitor

AA: Screen with all lamps lighted up

BB: Screen for standard
CC: Maintenance time warning screen

(1) User mode adjustment switch (16) Air cleaner clogging monitor
(2) Working mode selector switch (basic switch) (17) Fuel gauge
(3) Alarm buzzer stop switch (18) Fuel level monitor
(4) Wiper monitor (19) Auto-deceleration monitor
(5) Engine pre-heating monitor (20) Liquid crystal monitor adjustment switch
(6) Swing lock monitor (21) Input confirmation switch
(7) Engine coolant temperature monitor (22) Window washer switch
(8) Engine oil pressure monitor (23) Wiper switch
(9) Engine coolant temperature gauge (24) Maintenance switch
(10) Charge level monitor (25) Travel speed selector switch (selection switch)
(11) Radiator coolant level monitor (26) Auto-deceleration switch (selection switch)
(12) Working mode monitor (27) Hydraulic oil temperature monitor
(13) Service meter (28) Hydraulic oil temperature gauge
(14) Travel speed monitor (29) Maintenance interval monitor
(15) Engine oil level monitor

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DETAILED CONTROLS AND GAUGES

The following is an explanation of devices needed for operating the machine.
To perform suitable operations correctly and safely, it is important to completely understand methods of operating
the equipment, and the meanings of the displays.

MONITORING SYSTEM

AA: Screen with all lamps lighted up

BB: Screen for standard
CC: Maintenance time warning screen

(A) Emergency monitors (D) Meter display portion

(B) Caution monitors (E) Monitor switches portion
(C) Basic check monitors

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Basic Operation of Machine Monitor

Starting Engine When Situation is Normal

When the starting switch is turned to the ON position, the opening screen GG is displayed.
After the opening screen GG is displayed for 2 seconds, the screen switches to the check before starting screen
DD.
After the check before starting screen DD is displayed for 2 seconds, the screen switches to the working
mode/travel mode display screen HH.
After the working mode/travel mode display screen HH is displayed for 2 seconds, the screen switches to
standard screen BB.

REMARK
When the engine is started, the battery voltage may suddenly drop depending on the temperature and the battery
condition. If this happens, the display on the machine monitor may momentarily go out, but this does not indicate
any abnormality.

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If There Is Abnormality When Starting Engine

If there is any abnormality when starting the engine, the check before starting screen DD changes to the
maintenance interval warning screen CC, warning screen FF, or error screen EE.
After displaying the check before starting screen DD for 2 seconds, the screen changes to the maintenance
interval warning screen CC.
After displaying the maintenance interval warning screen CC for 30 seconds, the screen returns to the standard
screen BB.
After displaying the check before starting screen DD for 2 seconds, the screen changes to the warning screen
FF or error screen EE.

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If Any Abnormality Occurs During Operation

If any abnormality occurs during operation, the standard screen BB changes to warning screen FF-(1) or the error
screen EE.
After displaying warning screen FF-(1) for 2 seconds, the screen automatically changes to warning screen FF-(2).

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REMARK
The colors lighting up the monitors related to the emergency stop items, caution items, and basic check items are
as follows.

Color when monitor lights up

Type of monitor When When At low
normal abnormal temperature
(1) Engine coolant temperature monitor Green Red White
(2) Hydraulic oil temperature monitor Green Red White
(3) Fuel level monitor Green Red -
(4) Radiator coolant level monitor OFF Red -
(5) Charge monitor OFF Red -
(6) Engine oil pressure monitor OFF Red -
(7) Engine oil level monitor OFF Red -
(8) Air cleaner clogging monitor OFF Red -
(9) Maintenance interval monitor OFF Red -

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Emergency Monitors
CAUTION
If the monitor lights up red, stop the engine immediately or run at low idle, check applicable location, then perform necessary
actions.

These items should be observed while the engine is running. If there is a problem, the monitor for the abnormal
location lights up red and buzzer sounds, perform action immediately.

(1) Engine coolant temperature monitor (3) Engine oil pressure monitor
(2) Hydraulic oil temperature monitor

Engine Coolant Temperature Monitor

Monitor (1) warns operator that the engine coolant temperature
has risen.
If engine coolant temperature becomes abnormally high, monitor
lights up red, overheat prevention system is automatically
actuated, and the engine speed goes down.
Stop operations and run engine at low idle until monitor (1)
changes to green.
Check for clogging of the radiator grill or any other problem that will
cause overheating.

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Hydraulic Oil Temperature Monitor

Monitor (2) warns operator that the hydraulic oil temperature has
risen.
If monitor lights up red during operations, run engine at low idle or
stop the engine and wait until the oil temperature goes down and
monitor (2) changes to green.
Check for clogging of the radiator grill or any other problem that will
cause overheating.

Engine Oil Pressure Monitor

Monitor (3) lights up red if the engine lubrication oil pressure goes
below normal level. If monitor lights up red, stop the engine
immediately, check the lubrication system and level of oil in the
engine oil pan.

REMARK
When the engine is started or stopped, the lamp may light up
momentarily and the buzzer sound, but this does not indicate an
abnormality.

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Caution Monitors
CAUTION
If the warning monitor lights up red, stop operations as soon as possible and perform inspection and maintenance of the
applicable location. If the warning is ignored, it may lead to failure.

These are items that should be observed while the engine is running. If any abnormality occurs, the screen displays
the item that needs immediate action.
If there is an abnormality, the monitor for the abnormal location lights up red.

(1) Charge level monitor (4) Engine water temperature monitor

(2) Fuel level monitor (5) Hydraulic oil temperature monitor
(3) Air cleaner clogging monitor

Charge Level Monitor

Monitor (1) warns the operator of an abnormality in the charging
system while the engine is running.
If the battery is not being charged properly while the engine is
running, monitor (1) lights up red.
If monitor lights up red, check the V-belt for looseness. If any
abnormality is found, perform the necessary actions. For details,
see "OTHER TROUBLE (PAGE 3-163)".

REMARK
When the engine is started or stopped, the lamp may light up momentarily and the buzzer sound, but this does not
indicate an abnormality.

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Fuel Level Monitor

Monitor (2) lights up to warn the operator the fuel level in the tank
is low.
If the remaining amount of fuel goes down to 210 liters (55.48 US
gal), the light changes from green to red, so add fuel as soon as
possible.

Air Cleaner Clogging Monitor

Monitor (3) warns the operator of a clogged air cleaner.
If the monitor lights up red, stop the engine, inspect and clean the
air cleaner. For details, see "CHECK, CLEAN AND REPLACE AIR
CLEANER ELEMENT (PAGE 4-17)".

Engine Coolant Temperature Monitor

If monitor (4) lights up white in low temperatures, perform
warming-up operation. For details, see "Engine Warm Up (PAGE
3-104)". Continue warming-up operation until monitor (4) changes
to green.

Hydraulic Oil Temperature Monitor

If monitor (5) lights up white in low temperatures, perform
warming-up operation. For details, see "Hydraulic Equipment
Warm Up (PAGE 3-106)". Continue warming-up operation until
monitor (5) changes to green.

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Basic Check Monitors

CAUTION
These monitors do not guarantee the condition of the machine.
Do not simply rely on the monitor when carrying out checks before starting (daily inspection). Always get off the machine and
check each item directly.

Displays basic items among the check before starting items that must be checked before starting the engine. If there
is any abnormality, monitor for the location of abnormality will light up.

(1) Radiator coolant level monitor (3) Maintenance interval monitor

(2) Engine oil level monitor

Radiator Coolant Level Monitor

Monitor (1) warns the operator that there has been a drop in the
radiator coolant level.
If the radiator coolant is low, the lamp lights up red, so check
coolant level in the radiator and subtank, and add coolant.

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Engine Oil Level Monitor

Monitor (2) warns the operator that the oil level in the engine oil pan
has dropped.
If oil level in the engine oil pan is low, the lamp lights up red, so
check the oil level, and add oil.

Maintenance Interval Monitor

This monitor (3) lights up when the maintenance time gets close
and remains lighted after the maintenance time has already
passed.
Lighted yellow: The maintenance time is due within 30 hours.
Lighted red: The maintenance time has already passed.

This monitor lights up when the starting switch is turned to the ON

position. It goes off after 30 seconds and the display changes to
the normal screen.

REMARK
For details of the method of confirming the maintenance
interval, see "Maintenance Switch (PAGE 3-25)".
If it is desired to change settings for the maintenance interval,
have your Komatsu distributor change the settings.

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Meter Display Portion

Pilot display Gauges and Meter

(1) Engine pre-heating monitor (7) Engine coolant temperature gauge
(2) Swing lock monitor (8) Fuel gauge
(3) Wiper monitor (9) Hydraulic oil temperature gauge
(4) Auto-deceleration monitor (10) Service meter
(5) Working mode monitor
(6) Travel speed monitor

Pilot Display
When the starting switch is ON, the pilot display lights up when the display items are functioning.

Engine Pre-heating Monitor

This monitor (1) lights up when the engine preheating electric
heater is actuated. When the ambient temperature is low and the
starting switch is set to the ON position, the lamp lights up, and
when the preheating is completed, it goes out.
The preheating time differs according to the ambient temperature.

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Swing Lock Monitor

This monitor (2) informs the operator that the swing lock is being
actuated.
Actuated: Lights up
When the swing lock switch is turned ON (ACTUATED), the
monitor lamp lights up.
This lamp lights up when the swing parking brake release switch is
set to the FREE position.

REMARK
The swing motor is equipped with a disc brake that mechanically
stops the rotation. When the swing lock monitor is lighted up, the
brake remains applied.

Wiper Monitor
Monitor (3) indicates operating ststus of the wiper.
The monitor display when wiper switch is operated, as follows.
When ON lights up: Wiper moves continuously
When INT lights up: Wiper moves intermittently
OFF: Wiper stops

Auto-deceleration Monitor
Monitor (4) shows if the auto-deceleration is being actuated.
The monitor display when auto-deceleration switch is operated, as
follows.
Auto-deceleration monitor ON: Auto-deceleration actuated
Auto-deceleration monitor OFF: Auto-deceleration canceled

Working Mode Monitor

Monitor (5) displays the set working mode.
The monitor display when working mode switch is operated, as
follows.
P: P mode (for heavy-load operations)
E: E mode (for operations with emphasis on fuel economy)
(X): Heavy-duty lift (boom lifting power increased when raising
boom independently)
(Y): Swing priority mode (priority given to swing when operating
boom and swing simultaneously)

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Travel Speed Monitor

Monitor (6) displays set mode for the travel speed.
The monitor display when the travel speed selector switch is
operated, as follows.
Lo : Low speed
Hi : High speed

Gauges and Meter

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

This meter (7) indicates the engine cooling water temperature.
During normal operations, the indicator should be in the black
range. If the indicator enters the red range during operations, the
overheat prevention system is actuated.
(A) - (B): Red range
(A) - (C): Black range

The overheat prevention system acts as follows.

Red range position (A) : Engine water temperature monitor (D) lights up red.
Red range position (B) : Engine speed is reduced to low idling, engine water temperature monitor (D) lights up red,
and the alarm buzzer sounds at same time.
The overheat prevention system remains actuated until the indicator returns to the black range.
When the engine is started, if the indicator is at position (C),
engine water temperature monitor (D) lights up white.
In this case, carry out the warming-up operation. For details, see "Engine Warm Up (PAGE 3-104)".

Fuel Gauge
This meter (8) displays the level of the fuel in the fuel tank.
During operations, the indicator should be in the black range.
If the indicator enters red range (A) during operations, there is less
than 300 liters (79.26 US gal) of fuel remaining in the tank, so
check and add fuel.
(A) - (B): Red range
(A) - (C): Black range

REMARK
If the indicator enters red range (B), there is less than 210 liters
(55.48 US gal) of fuel remaining.
When the indicator is in the red range (B), fuel level monitor (D)
lights up red.

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If the indicator enters the red range (A) to (B), do not carry out operations on steep slopes. There is danger of the
engine stalling.
The correct fuel level may not be displayed for a short time when the starting switch is turned ON, but this is not an
abnormality.

Hydraulic Oil Temperature Gauge

Meter (9) displays the hydraulic oil temperature.
During operations, the indicator should be in the black range (A) to
(C).
If the indicator enters red range (A) during operations, the hydraulic
oil temperature as gone above 102°C (215.6°F).
Stop the engine or run it at low idle and wait for the hydraulic oil
temperature to go down.

REMARK
When the indicator is in the red range (A) to (B), the hydraulic oil
temperature is as follows.
Red range position (A) : More than 102°C (215.6°F)
Red range position (B) : More than 105°C (221°F)
When the indicator is in the red range (A) to (B), fuel level monitor
(D) lights up red.
If the indicator is at position (C) when the engine is started, the
hydraulic oil temperature is 20°C (68°F) or lower, and hydraulic oil
temperature monitor (D) lights up white. In this case, carry out the
warming-up operation. For details, see "Hydraulic Equipment
Warm Up (PAGE 3-106)".

Service Meter
This monitor (10) displays the total time that the machine has been
operated.
Use the time display to set the maintenance interval. When the
starting switch is ON, the service meter advances even if the
machine is not moving.
The service meter advances by 1 for every hour of operation,
regardless of the engine speed.

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Monitor Switches Portion

(1) Working mode selector switch (basic switch) (8) Back switch
(2) Auto-deceleration switch (selection switch) (9) Up switch
(3) Travel speed selector switch (selection switch) (10) Down switch
(4) Wiper switch (11) Input confirmation switch
(5) Window washer switch (12) Adjusting brightness and contrast
(6) Maintenance switch (13) Alarm buzzer stop switch
(7) User mode adjustment switch

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Working Mode Selector Switch (Basic Switch)

Switch (1) is used to set the power and movement of the work
equipment.
Operations can easily be performed by selecting the mode to
match the type of operation.
P mode : For heavy-load operations
E mode : For operations with emphasis on fuel economy
Heavy-duty lift mode : Boom lifting power increased when raising
boom independently
Swing priority mode : Priority given to swing when operating boom
and swing simultaneously
When the engine is started, the working mode is set automatically to P mode. When the switch is pressed, it is
possible to select the other modes. The monitor display GG on the monitor display portion changes for each
mode.
If it is desired to have the working mode set to start automatically in E, L, or B mode (default option setting), have
your Komatsu distributor change the setting.

REMARK
When the mode selector switch is pressed, the mode is displayed
in the center of monitor display portion (GG), and the screen
returns to standard screen (BB) after 2 seconds. (Diagram on the
right is an example of display for the E mode.)

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Auto-deceleration Switch (Selection Switch)

When switch (2) is pressed, the auto-deceleration is actuated, if
the control levers are in neutral position, the engine speed is
automatically lowered to reduce fuel consumption.
Monitor display portion GG ON : Auto-deceleration actuated
Monitor display portion GG OFF : Auto-deceleration canceled
Each time the switch is pressed, auto-deceleration switches
between actuated and canceled.

Auto-deceleration function
When the auto-deceleration function is ON, if the work equipment and travel levers are returned to the N position,
the engine speed will drop after 4 seconds from the operating speed to idling speed.
This makes it possible to reduce fuel consumption.
If any lever is operated when the machine is in this condition, engine speed will return to the previous operating
speed to make it possible to perform operations.

REMARK
When the auto-deceleration switch is pressed and the
auto-deceleration is actuated, the mode is displayed in the center
of display portion (GG), and the screen returns to standard screen
(BB) after 2 seconds.

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Travel Speed Selector Switch (Selection Switch)

WARNING
When loading or unloading from a trailer, always travel at low speed (with travel speed selector switch (3) at the Lo position).
Never operate travel speed selector switch (3) while loading or unloading.
If the travel speed is switched between Hi and Lo when the machine is traveling, the machine may deviate to one side, even
when traveling in a straight line.
Stop the machine before switching the travel speed.

This switch (3) is used to set the travel speed to 2 stages.

Lo lights up : Low-speed travel
Hi lights up : Hi-speed travel
When the engine is started, the speed is automatically set to Lo.
Each time that the switch is pressed, the display changes Lo J
Hi J Lo in turn.

When traveling in high speed (Hi), if travel power is needed, such as when traveling on soft ground or on slopes,
the speed automatically switches to low speed (Lo), so there is no need to operate the switch. The monitor display
stays at Hi.

REMARK
Each time that the travel speed selector switch is operated, the
mode is displayed in the center of display portion (GG), and the
screen returns to standard screen (BB) after 2 seconds.

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Wiper Switch
This switch (4) actuates the front window wiper.
Each time the switch is pressed, it changes ON → INT → stop
(OFF).
Monitor display portion GG INT lighted up: Wiper moves
intermittently
Monitor display portion GG ON lighted up: Wiper moves
continuously
Monitor display portion GG OFF: Wiper stops

REMARK
Each time that the wiper switch is operated, the mode is displayed
in the center of display portion (GG). The screen returns to
standard screen (BB) after 2 seconds.

Window Washer Switch

This switch (5) is kept continuously pressed, window washer fluid
is sprayed out on the front glass. When the switch is released, the
spray stops.
If switch (5) is kept pressed when the wiper is stopped, the
window washer fluid will spray out, and at the same time, the
wiper will be actuated continuously. When switch (5) is released,
the wiper will continue to operate for 2 cycles, then stop.
If the wiper is moving intermittenly and switch (5) is kept pressed
continuously, window washer fluid will spray out, and at the
same time, the wiper will be actuated continuously. When switch
(5) is released, the wiper will continue to operate for 2 cycles,
then return to intermittent operation.

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Maintenance Switch
Switch (6) is used to check the time remaining until
maintenance.

When switch (6) is pressed, screen on the monitor display

changes to the maintenance screen, as shown in diagram on
the right.
The time remaining until maintenance is indicated by the color of
each monitor display. After confirming the maintenance time,
perform the maintenance.
White display: More than 30 hours remaining until maintenance
Yellow display: Less than 30 hours remaining until maintenance
Red display : Maintenance time has already passed

NOTICE
1. If monitor display portion GG changes to the maintenance timing
warning screen when the engine is started or when the machine is being
operated, stop operations immediately.
2. Press switch (6) to display the maintenance screen.
Perform maintenance for any location indicated by the monitor that has
lighted red.

Maintenance display items are as follows:

Monitor Default set

Maintenance item
No. screen (H)
01 Change engine oil 500
02 Replace engine oil filter 500
03 Replace fuel main filter 500
41 Replace fuel pre-filter 500
04 Replace hydraulic oil filter 1000
05 Replace hydraulic tank breather 1000
Replace corrosion resistor
06 (Machines equipped with corrosion 1000
resistor)
07 Change PTO case oil 1000
08 Change final drive case oil 2000
09 Change swing machinery case oil 1000
10 Change hydraulic oil 5000

If it is desired to change settings for the maintenance interval, have your Komatsu distributor change the settings.

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How to check a remaining time up to the next maintenance and reset after the maintenance is carried out is as
explained below.
1. Look at the maintenance screen, press up switch (9) or down
switch (10) on the monitor switch portion, and select the item.
(Color of the monitor for selected item is inverted to black.)

2. After selecting the monitor item, press input confirmation

switch (11). Display screen will switch to the time remaining
until maintenance.
(Press back switch (8) to return to the previous screen.)

3. Check the time remaining until maintenance.

(a): Time remaining until maintenance
(b): Default setting for maintenance interval

When only checking the time remaining until maintenance,

press back switch (8) twice.
The screen will return to the normal operation monitor screen.
When canceling time remaining until maintenance and
returning to the default time setting, press inout confirmation
switch (11). The screen will switch to the default setting screen.
4. After checking the time on the default setting screen, press
input confirmation switch (11).
The screen will return to the maintenance screen.
(Press back switch (8) to return to the previous screen.)

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User Mode Adjustment Switch

Press this switch (7) to set to fan reverse rotation and to adjust the
set value for the economy mode.

Fan Reverse Rotation

1. Press switch (7) and the monitor display screen changes to the
fan reverse rotation and economy mode adjustment screen
show on the right.
01: Fan reverse rotation menu
02: Economy mode adjustment menu

2. Fan reverse rotation means that the air from the fan blows to the outside of the machine. This can be used when
cleaning to remove insects or dirt stuck to the net.
Check first that there is no flammable or burning material in the surrounding area that will be sucked in, then
operate the switch to rotate the fan in reverse.
3. Set the lock lever securely to the LOCK position (L).

4. Use UP switch (9) or DOWN switch (10) to select "01: Fan

reverse rotation", then press input confirmation switch (11) to
accept the input. The screen changes to the screen on the
right (green display).
To switch the fan to reverse rotation, press input confirmation
switch (11).
(Press Back switch (8) to return to the previous screen.)

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5. When the fan rotation is being changed, the screen changes to

the waiting screen. The engine is automatically set to low
idling, and after approx. 15 seconds, the fan rotates in reverse.
After another approx. 4 seconds, the engine speed returns to
normal.

NOTICE
The fan rotation speed is proportional to the engine speed. When the engine is running at low idling, the fan also rotates at
minimum speed. If it is desired to raise the fan rotating speed, use the fuel control dial to raise the engine speed.
When rotating the fan in reverse with the engine stopped, change to this screen, then turn the starting switch to the START
position. This screen does not change until the engine starts, so if it is desired to cancel, turn the starting switch to the OFF
position.

6. When the fan rotates in reverse, the screen switches

automatically to the screen shown on the right (yellow display).
While the fan is rotating in reverse, the screen maintains this
display.

7. If any abnormality occurs when the fan is rotating in reverse, a

warning monitor is displayed as shown in the diagram on the
right. If the warning monitor is displayed, see "MONITORING
SYSTEM (PAGE 3-5)" and follow the instructions.

8. When changing the fan rotation direction from reverse

direction to the normal direction, press User mode adjustment
switch (7).

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9. When changing the fan rotation direction from reverse

direction to the normal direction, press input confirmation
switch (11).
(Press Back switch (8) to return to the previous screen.)

10. When the fan rotation is being changed, the screen changes to
the waiting screen. The engine is automatically set to low
idling, and after approx. 15 seconds, the fan rotates in the
normal direction. After another approx. 4 seconds, the engine
speed returns to normal.

11. When the fan returns to rotating in the normal direction, the
display switches automatically to the initial screen.

REMARK
In some cases, the screen in Step 1 may switch to the screen
on the right (red display) without switching to the screen in Step
4, and the fan may not rotate in reverse. This is designed to
protect the equipment and to prevent the fan from rotating in
reverse depending on the water temperature and hydraulic oil
temperature.
If it is desired to rotate the fan in reverse, press Back switch (8),
switch to the initial screen, run the engine at low idling or stop it,
then carry out the warming-up or cooling-down operation.
If the water temperature and hydraulic temperature on the initial
screen indicates ranges (A) - (B) shown in the diagram on the
right, the fan can be rotated in reverse.Carry out the procedure
in order from Step 1.
The system is controlled so that when the fan is rotating in
reverse, the work equipment makes almost no movement even
when the levers are operated. Rotating the fan in reverse is
intended for use in cleaning the radiator, so when carrying out
operations and moving the work equipment, switch the fan to
the normal direction of rotation before starting operations.

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Adjusting Set Value of Economy Mode

1. Press switch (7) and the monitor display screen changes to the
fan reverse rotation and economy mode adjustment screen
show on the right.
01: Fan reverse rotation menu
02: Economy mode adjustment menu

2. When adjusting the set value of the economy mode, adjusting

the engine output can provide an improvement in fuel
consumption in E mode.
Use UP switch (9) or DOWN switch (10) to select "02: Fan
reverse rotation", then press enter switch (11) to accept the
input. The screen changes to the screen on the right.
There are four levels that can be set: E0, E1, E2, and E3, as
shown in the diagram on the right.
(It is set to E0 when the machine is shipped from the factory.)
3. Use UP switch (9) or DOWN switch (10) to select E0 - E3.
4. Press input confirmation switch (11).
The relationship between fuel consumption and production is
as follows.
E0: Default set value (maximum emphasis on production, not
on fuel consumption)
E1: Economy adjustment 1 (emphasis on production)
E2: Economy adjustment 2 (emphasis on fuel consumption)
E3: Economy adjustment 3 (maximum emphasis on fuel
consumption, not on production)
For details of productivity in each mode, see "Setting Economy
Mode (PAGE 3-123)".

REMARK
The closer the selection is made to E3, the better the fuel
consumption becomes, but the production is reduced accordingly.

Back Switch
Press switch (8) when in the maintenance mode,
brightness/contrast adjustment mode, or select mode. The screen
will return to the previous screen on the monitor display.

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Up Switch, Down Switch

Press up switch (9) or down switch (10) when in the maintenance
mode, brightness/contrast adjustment mode, or select mode to
move the cursor on the monitor display (colors of selected monitor
are inverted) up, down, left, or right.

Input Confirmation Switch

Press switch (11) to confirm selected mode when in the
maintenance mode, brightness/contrast adjustment mode, or
select mode.

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Liquid Crystal Monitor Adjustment Switch

Press switch (12) to adjust the brightness or contrast of the display
monitor.

Adjusting Brightness
1.When monitor adjustment switch (12) is pressed, the monitor
display screen changes to the brightness/contrast screen shown
in the diagram on the right.

2. Use the brightness/contrast screen and press up switch (9) or

down switch (10) to select brightness of the monitor.
(The selected monitor is inverted to black.)

3.When the screen changes to the brightness adjustment screen,

press up switch (9) or down switch (10) to adjust the brightness.
4.After completing adjustment of the brightness, press input
confirmation switch (11).

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Adjusting Contrast
1.When monitor adjustment switch (12) is pressed, the monitor
display screen changes to the brightness/contrast screen shown
in the diagram on the right.

2.Use the brightness/contrast screen and press up switch (9) or

down switch (10) to select the contrast monitor.
(The selected monitor is inverted to black.)

3.When the screen changes to the contrast adjustment screen,

press up switch (9) or down switch (10) to adjust the contrast.
4.After completing adjustment of the contrast, press input
confirmation switch (11).

REMARK
When the machine is shipped from the factory, the backlighting is set to the maximum plus (+). The contrast is set
to the middle value. After adjusting, even if the starting switch is turned OFF, the adjusted value is retained.

Alarm Buzzer Stop Switch

Use this switch (13) to stop the alarm buzzer when it is sounding
during operation to indicate an abnormality in the warning item.

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SWITCHES

(1) Starting switch (9) Room lamp switch

(2) Fuel control dial (10) Emergency pump drive switch
(3) Cigarette lighter (11) Swing parking brake release switch
(4) Swing lock switch (12) Step light switch
(5) Lamp switch (13) Lower wiper switch (machines equipped with
(6) Machine push-up switch fixed front window cab)
(7) Boom shockless control switch (14) Revolving warning lamp switch (if equipped)
(8) Horn switch (15) Large capacity airflow air conditioner blower
switch (if equipped)

Starting Switch
Starting switch (1) is used to start or stop the engine.

(A): OFF position

The key can be inserted or withdrawn. Switches for the electrical
system (except room lamp), are all turned off and the engine is
stopped.
(B): ON position
Electric current flows through the charging and lamp circuits. Keep
starting switch key in the ON position while the engine is running.
(C): START position
This is the engine-start position. Keep the key at this position
during cranking. Immediately after starting the engine, release the
key. It will automatically return to the ON position (B).
(D): HEAT position
Regardless of the ambient temperature, the preheating monitor lights up when the key is set to the HEAT position.
It then flashes after approx. 30 seconds to inform the operator that the preheating has been completed.

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Fuel Control Dial

Dial (2) adjusts the engine speed and output.
(a)Low idling (MIN): Turned fully to the left
(b)Full speed (MAX): Turned fully to the right

REMARK
When the fuel control dial is turned, the engine speed does not
change for the first few notches from MIN and the last few notches
before MAX, but this does not indicate any abnormality.

Cigarette Lighter
Lighter (3) is used to light cigarettes.
To use, push the lighter in. After a few seconds it will spring back.
Pull out the lighter and light your cigarette.
By removing the cigarette lighter, the socket is available as a
power source for the yellow flashing lamp.
Max. current is 85 W (24V x 3.5 A).

Swing Lock Switch

WARNING
When not using the swing operation, e.g. when traveling, put the swing lock switch to the OFF position.
On slopes, even when the swing lock switch is at the ON position, the weight of the work equipment may cause the upper
structure to swing if the swing control lever is operated in the downhill direction.

Switch (4) is used to lock the upper structure so it cannot swing.

(a) ON position (actuated) : The swing lock is always applied, and
the upper structure will not swing even
if the swing is operated. In this
condition, the swing lock lamp lights
up.
(b) OFF position (canceled) : The swing lock is applied only when
all the work equipment control levers
are in neutral; when any work
equipment control lever is operated,
the swing lock is canceled.
The swing lock is actuated approx. 5
seconds after all the control levers
are placed in the neutral position.

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Lamp Switch
Switch (5) is used to turn on the front lamps, working lamps,
additional lamps at top front of the cab, and monitor lighting.
(a) ON: Lamps light up
(b) OFF: Lamps go off

Machine Push-up Switch

WARNING
When using the boom thrust force to push up the chassis when moving down from a bench, there is danger that the machine may
suddenly go down and turn over, so set to the high-pressure setting.

This switch (6) is used to switch the safety valve set pressure at the
head end of the boom cylinder to two levels.

(a) Low pressure setting:

The boom thrust force is weak, so swaying of the chassis is
small during digging operations, and digging can be performed
smoothly.
This is used for general digging operations on normal ground,
soft rock, or blasted rock.
(b) High pressure setting:
The boom thrust force becomes more powerful, so it is easy to
twist and swing or escape from soft ground. It is effective in
performing digging operations using the bucket and weight of
the machine in confined areas.

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Boom Shockless Control Switch

Switch (7) controls the shaking of work equipment when the boom
is stopped.

Effect
The shaking and spillage of load from the bucket is reduced.
Operator fatigue is reduced when operating for long periods, so
operations can be performed saftely.

REMARK
When the switch is at the ON position (a) and the boom is
stopped, the movement of the boom until it stops will increase
slightly.
Be careful when using this operation until you become
accustomed to it.
The boom drifts down and it is difficult to position it, so set this
switch to the OFF position (b) when carrying out operations with
a raised load.

Horn Switch
When the switch (8) at the tip of the right work equipment control
lever is pressed, the horn will sound.

Room Lamp Switch

NOTICE
It is possible to turn on the interior cab room lamp even when starting
switch is in the OFF position, do not forget to turn it off.

Use this switch (9) to light up the room lamp.

Position (a) ON: Lights up
Position (b) OFF: Goes out
The room lamp lights up even when the starting switch is in the
OFF position.

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Emergency Pump Drive Switch

NOTICE
Emergency pump drive switch is provided to make it possible to perform work for a short time when there is a failure in the pump
control system. It is necessary to repair the abnormal location as soon as possible.

This switch (10) is used to make it possible to carry out operations

temporarily if any problem should occur in the pump control system
(when the display shows "E02").

(a) EMERGENCY: When abnormal (move switch up)

(b) NORMAL: When normal (move switch down)

If the display shows "E02", move the switch up to make it possible

to carry out work.

Swing Parking Brake Release Switch

NOTICE
This switch makes it possible to perform swing operations for a short even when there is a problem in the swing parking brake
electric system. DO NOT use this switch except in emergencies. Repair the problem as soon as possible.

Switch (11) makes it possible to temporarily perform operations

should any abnormality occur in the swing brake system (when
monitor display shows E03).

(a) Release: Position for abnormality (switch moved up)

(b) Normal: Normal position (switch moved down)
When the monitor display is "E03", move this switch up to make
it possible to perform operations.
When this switch is set to release position (a), the swing lock
monitor flashes.

Step Light Switch

Use switch (12) when dismounting the machine at night.
When the switch is pressed, the step light will light up for approx.
60 seconds.
Even if the starting switch key is at the OFF position, the step
light will light up for approx. 60 seconds when the switch is
pressed.

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Lower Wiper Switch

(machines equipped with fixed front window cab)
This switch (13) operates the lower wiper (A).
(a) ON position: Lower wiper (A) is actuated
(b) OFF position: Lower wiper (A) stops

If this switch is turned to the ON position at the same time as the

wiper switch, the wiper and lower wiper (A) will be actuated in turn.

REMARK
If the wiper and lower wiper are being actuated at the same
time, lower wiper will not stop even when the wiper switch
(monitor) is turned OFF. To stop the lower wiper, turn switch
(13) OFF.
When the wiper is under continuous operation at the ON
position, if the lower wiper switch is turned ON, the wiper and
lower wiper will be actuated in turn.
If the lower wiper switch is at the ON position and is operating
continuously, and the wiper is actuated with the machine
monitor, the lower wiper (both INT and ON) and wiper will be
actuated in turn.

Revolving Warning Lamp Switch

(If equipped)
This switch (14) turns on and rotates the yellow rotating lamp
located on top of the cab.
(a) ON: Lamps light up
(b) OFF: Lamps go off

Large Capacity Airflow Air Conditioner Blower Switch

(If equipped)
This switch (13) operates the large-capacity airflow air conditioner
blower.
(a) ON: Large-capacity air conditioner blower is actuated
(b) OFF: Large-capacity air conditioner blower is stopped

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CONTROL LEVERS AND PEDALS

(1) Lock lever (3) Left work equipment control lever

(2) Travel levers (with auto-deceleration system)
(with pedal and auto-deceleration system) (4) Right work equipment control lever
(with auto-deceleration system)

Lock Lever

WARNING
When standing up from the operator's seat, push lock lever (1) down
securely to set it to LOCK position (L). If lock lever (1) is not in LOCK
position (L) and the control levers are touched by mistake, it may lead
to serious personal injury.
Check lock lever (1) is placed securely at LOCK position (L).
Be careful not to touch the work equipment control levers when pulling
lock lever (1) up or pushing it down.

This lever (1) is a device to lock the work equipment, swing, travel, and attachment (if equipped) control levers.
Push the lever (1) down to apply the lock.
This lock lever (1) is a hydraulic lock, even if it is in the lock position (L), the work equipment control lever and travel
lever will move, but the work equipment, travel motor, and swing motor will not work.

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Travel Levers

WARNING
Do not rest your foot on the pedal during operations. If the pedal is depressed by mistake, the machine may suddenly move
and cause a serious accident. Be extremely careful when operating the pedal for travel or steering operations. When you are
not using the pedal, do not rest your foot on it.
If the track frame is facing the rear, the direction of travel operations will be reversed when the travel lever is operated. (The
machine will travel forward when operated in reverse, and in reverse when operated forward; the left and right directions will
also be reversed.)
When operating the travel levers, check if the track frame is facing the front or the rear. (If the sprocket is at the rear, the track
frame is facing the front.)

This lever (2) is used to change the direction of travel between

forward and reverse. ( ) shows the pedal operation.
(a) FORWARD: The lever is pushed forward
(The pedal is angled forward)
(b) REVERSE: The lever is pulled back
(The pedal is angled back)
N (Neutral): The machine stops

REMARK
If the lever is shifted to the FORWARD or REVERSE position from
the Neutral position, the alarm sounds to warn that the machine is
starting to move.

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Work Equipment Control Lever

Left work equipment control lever (3) is used to operate the arm
and upper structure.

Arm operation
(a) Arm OUT
(b) Arm IN

Swing operation
(c) Swing to right
(d) Swing to left

N (Neutral) : The upper structure and arm are held in position and
do not move.

Right work equipment control lever (4) is used to operate the boom
and bucket.

Boom operation
(a) RAISE
(b) LOWER

Bucket operation
(c) DUMP
(d) CURL

N (Neutral) : The boom and bucket are held in position and do not
move.

REMARK
The engine speed for all control levers (travel, work equipment, attachment) is changed as follows by the
auto-deceleration mechanism.
When the travel lever and work equipment control levers are at the neutral position, even if the fuel control dial
is above midrange speed, the engine speed will go down to a midrange speed. If one of these levers is operated,
the engine speed will rise to the speed set by the fuel control dial.
If all the control levers are at the neutral position, the engine speed goes down approx. 100 rpm, then after
approx. 4 seconds, the engine speed goes down to the deceleration speed (approx. 1300 rpm).

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EMERGENCY EXIT FROM OPERATOR'S CAB

If it should become impossible to open the cab door, open the rear window and use it as an emergency escape.

Remove the rear window as follows.

1. Pull ring (1) and completely remove seal (2) from the rubber
core.
2. With pressure push on corner of the window, the glass will fall
outside.

NOTICE
Remove the rear window only when using it as an escape route during
emergencies. Do not remove it at any other time.

DOOR LOCK
WARNING
Before the releasing the door lock, always stop the machine on flat ground.
Never release the door lock on a slope. The door may suddenly close and cause injury.
When releasing the door lock, do not extend your body or hands outside the machine and do not put your hands on the door
frame. The door may suddenly close and cause injury.

Use the door lock to fix the door in position after opening it.
1. Push the door against catch (1) to lock it in position.
2. When closing the door, push down the lever (2) on the left of
the operator's seat to release the catch.
3. When attaching the door in position, lock it firmly to the catch.

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CAP WITH LOCK

Use the starting switch key to open and close the locks on the caps and covers.
For details of the locations of the caps and covers with locks, see "LOCKING (PAGE 3-139)".
Insert the key as far as it will go to the shoulder (A). If the key is
turned before it is inserted all the way, it may break.

Opening and Closing Hydraulic Tank Cap

Opening the Cap

1. Insert the key into the key slot.
2. Turn the starting switch key counterclockwise, align the key
slot with the match mark (3) on the cap, then open the cap.
(1): Open
(2): Lock

Locking the Cap

1. Turn the cap until tight, then insert the key into the key slot.
2. Turn the starting switch key to LOCK position (2), then remove the key.

Opening and Closing Cover with Lock

Opening the Cover (Locked Cover)

1. Insert the key into the key slot.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise and open the cover by pulling
the cover grip.
(A): Open
(B): Lock

Locking the Cover

1. Close the cover and insert the key into the key slot.
2. Turn the key clockwise and take the key out.

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Opening and Closing Fuel Tank Cap

Opening the Cap

1. Raise lever (1) in the (a) direction.
2. When lever (1) is turned in the (c) direction (counterclockwise)
by approx 35°, it stops at the stopper, and the cap can be
opened.

Closing the Cap

1. After turning lever (1) in the (c) direction (counterclockwise),
keep it in that position and fit the cap.
2. Turn lever (1) in the (d) direction (clockwise) until it stops at the
stopper, and then tilt it in the (b) direction.

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HOT AND COOL BOX

Located on the right side at rear of the operator's seat. It is
interconnected with the air conditioner. Box stays warm when the
heater is used, and box stays cool when the air conditioning is
used.

MAGAZINE BOX
(with cup holder)
Located on left side of the operator's seat.
Keep the Operation and Maintenance Manual in this box so that it
can be taken out and read whenever necessary.

ASHTRAY
This is under the machine monitor at the front right of the operator's
compartment.
Always make sure that you extinguish your cigarette, then put it in
the ashtray and close the lid.

FIRE EXTINGUISHER
(If equipped)
The fire extinguisher can be set at the rear left of the cab. When
installing, please consult your Komatsu distributor.

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AIR CONDITIONER CONTROLS

Air Conditioner Control Panel

(1) OFF switch (6) FRESH/RECIRC selector switch

(2) Fan switch (7) Display monitor
(3) Temperature control switch (8) Air conditioner switch
(4) Vent selector switch (9) Defroster selector lever
(5) Auto switch

OFF Switch
Switch (1) is used to stop the fan and air conditioner.
When OFF switch (1) is pressed, the set temperature and air
flow display on display monitor (7), the lamps above auto switch
(5), and air conditioner (8) go out, and operation stops.

REMARK
When switch (1) is turned to the OFF position, the lamp above
FRESH/RECIRC selector switch (6) does not go out, but this is not
a problem.

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Fan Switch
Switch (2) is used to adjust the air flow.
The air flow can be adjusted to six levels.
Press the ∧ switch to increase the air flow; press the ∨ switch to
reduce the air flow.
During auto operation, the air flow is automatically adjusted.

Monitor display and air flow

A: Liquid crystal dispiay
B: Air flow
a: Air flow "low"
b: Air flow "medium 1"
c: Air flow "medium 2"
d: Air flow "medium 3"
e: Air flow "medium 4"
f: Air flow "high"

Temperature Control Switch

Switch (3) is used to control temperature inside the cab. The
temperature can be set between 18°C (64.4°F) and 32°C (89.6°
F).
Press the ∧ switch to raise the set temperature; press the ∨ s
witch to lower the set temperature.
The temperature is generally set at 25°C (77°F).
The temperature can be set in stages of 0.5°C (0.9°F).

<Monitor display and the function>

Monitor display °C Set temperature

18.0 Max. cooling

Adjusts temperature inside cab to set
18.5 to 31.5
temperature
32.0 Max. heating

REMARK
If the mode is set to auto mode and the temperature setting is set to 18.0 °C (64.4 °F) or 32.0 °C (89.6 °F), the air
flow from the fan is always set to HIGH and does not change even when the set temperature is reached.

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Vent Selector Switch

Switch (4) is used to select the vents.
When switch (4) is pressed, the display on monitor display (7)
switches and air blows out from the vents displayed.
During automatic operation, the vents are automatically
selected.

(A): Rear vents (4 places)

(B): Face vent (1 place)
(C): Foot vent (1 place)
(D1): Front window vent (1 place)
(D2): Front window vent (1 place)

Front window vent (D2) can be opened or closed by hand.

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Auto Switch
With switch (5), the air flow, vents, and air source
(RECIRC/FRESH) are automatically selected according to the set
temperature.
When auto switch (5) is pressed, the lamp above the auto switch
lights up.
Press switch (5), then use temperature control switch (3) to set
the temperature, and run the air conditioner under automatic
control.
When the control is switched from automatic operation to
manual operation, it is possible to operate the to change air flow,
vents, and air source (RECIRC/FRESH). When manual control
is used, lamp above the auto switch goes out.

REMARK
When Auto Mode is selected, if the set temperature is set to 18.0 °C (64.4 °F) or 32.0 °C (89.6 °F), the air flow is
always set to High, but this is not a problem.

FRESH/RECIRC Selector Switch

Switch (6) is used to switch the air source between recirculation of
the air inside the cab and intake of fresh air from the outside.
When RECIRC button (A) or FRESH button (B) is pressed, lamp
(C) above the switch lights up to indicate the source of the air
flow.
During automatic operation, the selection of inside air (RECIRC)
and outside air (FRESH) is performed automatically.

Outside air is shut off and only air inside the cab is circulated.
RECIRC
Use this setting to perform rapid cooling of the cab or when outside air is dirty.
Outside air is taten into the cab.
FRESH
Use this setting to take in fresh air when performing demisting.

Display Monitor
Monitor (7) displays the status of temperature setting (a), air flow
(b), and vents (c).
When OFF switch (1) is pressed, the display of temperature
setting (a) and air flow (b) goes out, and operation stops.

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Air Conditioner Switch

Switch (8) is used to turn the air conditioner (cooling,
dehumidifying, heating) ON or OFF.
When the fan is actuated (display (b) is shown) and air
conditioner switch (8) is pressed, the air conditioner is switched
ON, lamp above the air conditioner switch lights up, and the air
conditioner starts.
When switch (8) is pressed again, the air conditioner is switched
OFF, lamp above the air conditioner switch goes out, and the air
conditioner stops.
Air conditioner cannot be operated while the fan is off.

Defroster Selector Lever

Lever (9) is used in cold or rainy weather to remove mist that forms
on the front glass.
(A) Selector lever forward: To defroster (open)
(B) Selector lever back: Closed
The defroster can be used when the vent selector switch is set to
face or face and foot.

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Method of Operation
The air conditioner can be operated automatically or manually. Select the method of operation as desired.

Automatic Operation
1. Turn auto switch (5) ON.
The lamp above switch (5) lights up.
The set temperature (a) and air flow (b) are displayed on the
monitor.

2. Use temperature set switch (3) to set to the desired

temperature. The air flow, combination of vents, and selection
of fresh or recirculated air is automatically selected according
to the set temperature, and the air conditioner is operated
automatically to provide the set temperature.

REMARK
When vent display monitor (c) displays (d) or (e), and engine
coolant temperature is low, the air flow is automatically limited to
prevent cold air from blowing out.

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Stopping Automatic Operation

Press OFF switch (1). The displays for temperature setting (a) and
air flow (b) on monitor (7), and lamps above auto switch (5) and air
conditioner switch (8) go out, the operation stops.

Manual Operation
1. Press fan switch (2) and adjust the air flow. When doing this,
check that temperature setting (a) and air flow (b) are displayed
on monitor (7).

2. Turn air conditioner switch (8) ON. Check that the lamp above
air conditioner switch lights up.

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3. Press temperature setting switch (3) and adjust temperature

inside the cab.

4. Press vent selector switch (4) and select the desired vents.
When this is done, the display for vent (c) of the display monitor
changes according to the selection.

5. Press either RECIRC button (A) or FRESH button (B) of

RECIRC/FRESH selector switch (6).

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Stopping Manual Operation

Press OFF switch (1). The displays for temperature setting (a) and
air flow (b) on monitor (7), and lamps above auto switch (5) and air
conditioner switch (8) go out, the operation stops.

Operation with Cold Air to Face and Warm Air to Feet

To operate with cold air blowing to the face and warm air blowing
to the feet, set as follows.
1. Press fan switch (2) and adjust the air flow. When doing this,
check that temperature setting (a) and air flow (b) are displayed
on monitor (7).

2. Press vent selector switch (4) and set the vent display on the
display monitor to the display shown in the diagram on the
right.

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3. Turn air conditioner switch (8) ON. Check that the lamp above
air conditioner switch lights up.

4. Adjust fan switch (2), temperature setting switch (3) and

RECIRC/FRESH selector switch (6) to the desired positions.

Defroster Operation
1. Press fan switch (2) and adjust the air flow. When doing this,
check that temperature setting (a) and air flow (b) are displayed
on monitor (7).

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2. Press vent selector switch (4) and set vent display on the
display monitor to (f) or (g) as shown in diagram on the right.

3. Press external air intake button (B) of external / internal air

changeover switch (6).

4. Press temperature setting switch (3) and set temperature on

the display (7) monitor to maximum heating.

5. Adjust vents (A), (B), and (D2) so air blows onto the window
glass.
(Vents (C) and (D1) are fixed and cannot be adjusted.)

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When operating in the rainy season or when it is desired to remove

the mist from the window glass or to dehumidify the air, turn air
conditioner switch (8) ON.

Use Air Conditioner with Care

NOTICE
When running the air conditioner, always start with the engine running at low speed. Never start the air conditioner when the
engine is running at high speed. It will cause failure of the air conditioner.
If water gets into the control panel or sunlight sensor, it may lead to unexpected failure, be careful not to let water get on these
parts. In addition, never bring any flame near these parts.
For the auto function of the air conditioner to work properly, always keep the sunlight sensor clean and do not leave anything
around the sunlight sensor that may interfere with its sensor function.

Ventilation
When running the air conditioner for a long time, turn the lever to the FRESH position once an hour to carry out
ventilation and cooling.
If you smoke when the air conditioner is on, the smoke may start to hurt your eyes, so open the window and turn
the lever to FRESH for a while to remove the smoke while continuing the cooling.

Temperature Control
When the cooler is on, set the temperature so that it feels slightly cool when entering the cab (5 or 6 °C (9 or 10.8
°F) lower than the outside temperature). This temperature difference is considered to be the most suitable for your
health, so always be careful to adjust the temperature properly.

Inspection and maintenance of Air Conditioner Equipped Machine

When carrying out an inspection and maintenance of a machine equipped with air conditioner, see "CHECK AND
MAINTENANCE AIR CONDITIONER (PAGE 4-34),CLEAN AIR CONDITIONER FRESH/RECIRC FILTERS
(PAGE 4-60),CHECK, REPLACE ALTERNATOR, AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELTS (PAGE
4-62)" and follow the instruction on the table.

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Other Functions

Self-diagnostic Function
It is possible to perform troubleshooting of various sensors and equipment used on the air conditioner.
1. Turn the starting switch key to the ON (B) position.

2. Press OFF switch (1). The temperature setting and air flow
display on the liquid crystal display portion go out and
operation stops.

3. If the "∨" and "∧" parts of temperature setting switch (3) are
kept pressed at the same time for at least 3 seconds, the
troubleshooting mode is displayed on the liquid crystal display
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<Monitor display and failure mode>

Display Failure mode

E-- No failure
E11 Disconnection in recirculated air sensor
E12 Short circuit in recirculated air sensor
E13 Disconnection in fresh air sensor
E14 Short circuit in fresh air sensor
Disconnection in coolant temperature
E15
sensor
E16 Short circuit in coolant temperature sensor
E18 Short circuit in sunlight sensor
E21 Disconnection in vent sensor
E22 Short circuit in vent sensor
E43 Problem in vent damper
E44 Problem in air mix damper
E45 Problem in RECIRC/FRESH air damper
E51 Problem in refrigerant pressure

When more than one failure is detected, press the "∨" or "∧" portion of temperature setting switch (3) to display
the failures in turn.
After completing the troubleshooting, press OFF switch (1) again to return to the normal display.

If any problem is detected by the self-diagnostic function, contact your Komatsu distributor perform inspection and
repair.

Function to Switch Set Temperature Display Between Fahrenheit and Celsius

It is possible to switch the set temperature display between °F and
°C.
If the "∨" and "∧" portions of temperature setting switch (3) are
pressed at the same time for more than 5 seconds while the fan is
running, the temperature display will switch between °F and °C.
(Note that the unit is not displayed.)

Liquid crystal display range

°C 18.0 to 32.0
°F 63 to 91

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RADIO

Control Panel

(1) Power switch, Volume control knob, Balance (5) AS/PS button
control knob (6) Preset station buttons (1,2,3,4,5,6)
(2) SEL button (7) Display
(3) FM/AM selection button (8) Time reset button
(4) Display selection button (9) Tuning button

Power switch, Volume control knob, Balance control knob

Press this knob (1) to turn the power for the radio on. The frequency is displayed on display (7). Press the knob
again to turn the power off.
Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume; press counterclockwise to reduce the volume. The range for the
volume is VOL 0 - VOL 40.

SEL button
Each time this button (2) is pressed, the mode changes as follows: VOL (volume) J BAS (bass) J TRE (treble) J
BAL (balance). The mode is displayed on display (7). For details of each mode, see "Method of Operating Mode
(PAGE 3-64)".

FM/AM Selection Button (AM/FM)

Press this button (3) to select the desired band.
Each time the button is pressed, the band changes FM J AM J FM . . .

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Display Selection Button (TIME)

On this machine, priority is given to the frequency display. When the frequency is being displayed, press button (4)
and the display will show the present time for 5 seconds. After 5 seconds pass, the display returns automatically
to the frequency display. If any button other than TIME ADJ (H, M, ADJ) is pressed within 5 seconds, the display
returns to the frequency display. For details of the method of adjusting the time, see "Setting Correct Time (PAGE
3-64)".

AS/PS button
This button (5) actuates the auto store and preset scan functions.
Auto store
If this button is kept pressed for at least 2 seconds during radio reception, it will automatically search for six
available AM and FM stations each, starting with the lowest frequency and going up to the highest frequency.
These frequencies can then be saved in the preset memory.
Preset scan
If this button is pressed within 2 seconds, it is possible to select one of the already preset stations. Wait for 6 sec.
after pressing the button and then press the button again to select the next preset station. If it is impossible to
receive the preset frequency, the selection advances after 1 second to the next preset station.

Preset Station Buttons (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)

If this button (6) has been used to decide which stations to preset, it is possible to select the desired station at a
touch. It is possible to preset 6 stations each for both AM and FM.
For details of the method of presetting the stations, see "Method of Setting with Preset Button (PAGE 3-63)".

REMARK
The preset button can be used to save the frequency manually. To save the frequency automatically, use the Auto
store button.

Display
This display (7) shows the reception band, frequency, preset No., and time.

Time Reset Button

Use this button (8) when adjusting the time. For details of the method of adjusting the time, see "Setting Correct
Time (PAGE 3-64)".
H: Hour
M: Minute
ADJ: Sets to 00 minutes

Tuning Button (TUNING)

Use this button (9) to change the frequency.
For further details, see "Method of Tuning (PAGE 3-63)"

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Controls of Radio

Method of Setting with Preset Button

1. Press power switch (1) and display the frequency on display
(7).
2. Use tuning button (9) to set to the desired frequency. There are
two methods for tuning: auto tuning and manual tuning.
3. With the display (7) showing the desired frequency, keep the
desired Preset button No pressed for at least 1.5 seconds. The
reception sound will disappear, but when the presetting
operation (saving to memory) is completed, the sound will
appear again and the Preset No and frequency will be shown
on the display to show that the presetting operation has been
completed.
After completing the presetting, press Preset button (6) and
release it within approx. 1.5 seconds. This will make it possible
to receive the channel preset to that button. One channel each
for AM and FM can be preset to each Preset button.

REMARK
It is also possible to save to the Preset button by using the auto
store button.

Method of Tuning
1. Press power switch (1) and display the frequency on display (7).
2. Use tuning button (9) to set to the desired frequency. There are two methods for tuning: auto tuning and manual
tuning.
Manual tuning
Press tuning button (9) until the frequency is displayed on display (7).
< button: Frequency moves down
> button: Frequency moves up
When the frequency reaches the top or bottom frequency, it automatically continues as follows: Top J Bottom, or
Bottom J Top.

Auto tuning
Press tuning button (9) for at least 3 seconds. When a station is picked up, the tuning automatically stops. To
search for the next station, press the tuning button again for at least 3 seconds.
< button: Frequency moves down
> button: Frequency moves up
If this button is pressed during auto tuning, the auto tuning will be cancelled and the setting will return to the
frequency in use before the button was pressed.

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Method of Operating Mode

(BAS) Bass adjustment: When button (2) is pressed, BAS is displayed on display (7). If knob (1) is turned
clockwise within 5 seconds, the bass sound is emphasized. If the knob is turned
counterclockwise, the bass sound is reduced.
(TRE) Treble adjustment: When button (2) pressed, TRE is displayed on display (7). If knob (1) is turned
clockwise within 5 seconds, the treble sound is emphasized. If the knob is turned
counterclockwise, the treble sound is reduced.
(BAL) Balance adjustment: When button (2) is pressed, BAL is displayed on display (7). If knob (1) is turned
clockwise within 5 seconds, the sound from the right speaker is increased. If the knob
is turned counterclockwise, the sound from the left speaker is increased. When it is
set to BAL 0, the sound from the left and right speakers is balanced.

REMARK
With each mode, the display is returned automatically to its original setting after 5 seconds.

Setting Correct Time

1. Press display selector button (4) to display the time.
After 5 seconds, the display will return to the frequency display
and the time cannot be corrected. If this happens, press
display selector button (4) again.
2. Press time adjustment button (8) to select Hour or Minute.
H button: Adjusts the hour (each time the button is pressed,
the time advances by one hour)
M button: Adjusts the minute (each time the button is pressed,
the time advances by one minute)
If the H or M button is kept pressed, the time will advance
continuously until the button is released.
ADJ button: When the ADJ button is pressed, the time is reset
as follows.
When display is 00 - 05 minutes, time is returned to 00 min.
00 sec. (No change in hour)
(10:05 J 10:00)
When display is 55 - 59 minutes, time is advanced to 00
min. 00 sec. (Hour advances)
(10:59 J 11:00)
When display is 06 - 54 minutes, time cannot be reset.
(Time stays same)
(10:26 J 10:26)
Use the H, M, and ADJ buttons to set to the correct time.

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Antenna
When transporting the machine or parking the machine inside the garage, stow away the antenna to prevent it from
causing any obstruction. The procedure for stowing the antenna away is as follows.
1. Loosen antenna mounting bolt (1) and store the antenna at
position (A).
2. Tighten bolt(1).

Use Radio with Care

To ensure safety, always keep the sound to a level where it is possible to hear outside sounds during operation.
If water gets into the speaker case or radio, it may lead to an unexpected failure, so be careful not to get water
on the equipment.
Do not wipe the scales or buttons with solvent such as benzene or thinner. Wipe with a dry soft cloth. If the dirt
cannot be removed easily, soak the cloth with alcohol.
When the battery is disconnected or replaced, settings for the preset buttons and clock are cleared, so all settings
must be reprogramed.

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AUXILIARY ELECTRIC POWER

24V Power Source

NOTICE
Do not use this as the power supply for 12V equipment.
It will cause failure of the equipment.

Pull out the connector plug for taking out electric power from the
rear side of the panel.
Maximum usable electric power is 85 W (24 V x 3.5 A).

12V Power Source

(If equipped)
This power source can be used up to a capacity of 60W (12V x 5A).

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FUSE

NOTICE
Before replacing a fuse, be sure to turn off the starting switch.

The fuses protect the electrical equipment and wiring from burning
out.
If the fuse becomes corroded, or white powder can be seen, or the
fuse is loose in the fuse holder, replace the fuse.
Replace the fuse with another of the same capacity.

Fuse Capacities and Circuit Names

Fuse
No. Name of circuit
capacity
(1) 10A Redundancy
(2) 10A Solenoid valve
(3) 10A PPC lock solenoid
(4) 20A Window washer, cigar lighter
(5) 10A Horn, flash lamp light (if equipped)
(6) 10A Auto greasing system (if equipped)
(7) 10A Rotating lamp (if equipped)
(8) 10A Spare
(9) 10A Radio
(10) 10A Ribbon heater relay
(11) 25A Air conditioner unit
(12) 20A VHMS (if equipped)
Optional power source (2), Travel alarm
(13) 10A
12V power supply (if equipped)
(14) 10A Optional power source (1)
(15) 5A Key switch (acc., engine controller)
(16) 10A Radio backup
(17) 10A Network pass (regular power)
(18) 20A VHMS (regular power) (if equipped)
(19) 10A Room lamp
(20) 10A Step ligh

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CIRCUIT BREAKER

NOTICE
When resetting the circuit breaker, always turn the starting switch OFF
first.

If the starting switch does not work even when the starting
switch is turned ON, open the circuit breaker box inside the
grease pump box at the front right of the machine and carry out
inspection.
If an excess current is generated, the circuit breaker cuts off
electrical current to protect electrical components and wiring
from damage. To return the circuit electrical current to normal
after it has been cut off, push in the reset button.
If the electric circuit is working normally, the reset button
remains in. If the reset button pops out again immediately after
it is pushed in, it is necessary to check the electric circuit.

REMARK
The circuit breaker is a circuit protection device installed to
circuits where large current flows. It protects the electrical
components and wiring from damage caused by an abnormal
current in the same way as a normal fuse. After repairing and
restoring the location of the abnormality, there is no need to
replace the breaker. It can be used again.
If the starting motor does not work even when the starting
switch is turned to the ON position, breaker (8), (9) has probably
cut off the circuit, so check and restore circuit breaker (8), (9).
If the electrical equipment does not work even when the fuse is
replaced, breaker (1) or (11) has probably cut off the circuit, so
check and restore circuit breaker (1) or (11).

Fuse
No. Name of circuit
capacity
(1) 40A Fuse box
(2) 40A Circuit breaker No. 4 - 7
(3) 40A Circuit breaker No. 8 - 11
(12) 20A Electric priming pump switch timer

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Fuse
No. Name of circuit
capacity
(4) 20A Monitor
(5) 20A Working lamp, right front light of machine
(6) 20A Pump controller
(7) 20A Cab upper head lamp
(8) 20A Starting switch
(9) 20A Engine controller (direct from battery)
(10) 20A Monitor (direct from battery)
(11) 20A Fuse box (direct from battery)

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CONTROLLER
Controller installed.

NOTICE
Be careful not to get water, mud, or juice on the controller. This will cause failure.
The engine controller has been given moisture prevention treatment, so there is no problem if rain gets on it, but do not spray
it with water when washing the machine.
If any abnormality occurs in the controller, do not disassemble it yourself. Contact your Komatsu distributor for repairs.

Engine controller
This is under the fuel pre-filter inside the engine room.

Pump controller
This is on the rear of the operator's seat.

TOOL BOX
(Cloth bag)

Open the door of the tool box at the rear of the cab. The cloth bag
is stored inside the box.

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GREASE PUMP
This is stored inside the grease pump box on the right side of the
chassis.

Method of Use
1. Open cover (1).
2. Rotate the lever of valve (2) upward 90° to set it to the (A)
position.
3. When the lever of grease gun (3) is pulled, grease is
discharged and the pump also starts automatically.
4. When the lever of grease gun (3) is released, the supply of
grease stops.
5. After using, rotate the lever of valve (2) downward 90° to set it
to the (B) position.

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Precautions when Using

NOTICE
When not using the grease pump, always rotate the lever of valve (2) down 90° to set it to the (B) position to prevent internal
pressure from forming inside grease gun (3).

Set so that the grease fitting and the nozzle at the tip of the
grease gun are perpendicular.

When removing the nozzle at the tip of the grease gun from the
nipple, carefully angle the tip of the nozzle slightly and remove
it.
When there is only a small amount of grease left in the grease
can, the pump will not pump out grease, so move the grease to
the center or fill the can with new grease.

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Supplying Grease
1. Remove 3 wing bolts (2) from grease can (1), then remove
cover (3) from the pump.
2. Remove follow plate (4) inside the grease can.

REMARK
If the hollow in the center of the follow plate is not fully filled with
grease, air will be sucked in and it may not be possible to use all the
grease.

3. Fill grease can (1) with fresh grease, set follow plate (4) on top
of the grease so that it is horizontal, then push down by hand
until grease comes out from the packing in the center of follow
plate (4).
When setting the follow plate on top of the grease, fill the
inside of the raised part in the center of the follow plate with
grease. This will make the operation go more smoothly.
4. Insert the pump into the packing at the center of follow plate (4),
set cover (3) on grease can (1), then tighten 3 wing bolts (2)
uniformly to hold in position.
The pump will operate for a short time and then stop, but the
first grease includes air inside the pump, so it is cloudy white
and not suitable for use.
5. Loosen check valve (5), and pump out all the grease which has
air in it from hole (6) at the bottom of check valve (5).
6. After bleeding the air, close check valve (5) securely.

7. After bleeding the air inside the pump, pull the lever of the grease gun to completely discharge the grease mixed
with air inside the hose and grease gun.
When filling with grease, be extremely careful not to let sand or dirt stick to the follow plate or pump suction
portion.
If there is ample grease, but the pump does not pump out any grease,the follow plate may not be correctly
set in position, so set it in position again correctly.
The standard grease can contains 16 liters (4.23 US gal). If an 18 liters (4.76 US gal) can is used, there will
be more grease left.

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REMARK
Put the spare grease can beside the grease pump in the grease
pump box at the right side of the machine.

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MACHINE OPERATIONS AND CONTROLS

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

Walk-around Checks
Before starting the engine, walk around the machine and look at the underside of chassis for anything unusual like
loose bolts and nuts, leakage of fuel, oil and coolant. Also check the condition of the work equipment and the
hydraulic system.
Also check for loose wiring, play, and collection of dust at places that reach high temperature.

WARNING
Remove any flammable materials from around the battery, engine, muffler, turbocharger, or other high temperature engine parts.
Leakage of fuel or oil will cause the machine to catch fire. Check carefully, be sure to repair any problem, or contact your Komatsu
distributor.

Perform the following inspections and cleaning every day before starting engine for the day's work.

1. Check for damage, wear, play in work equipment, cylinders, linkage, hoses
Check for cracks, excessive wear, play in wotk equipment, cylinders, linkage, and hoses. If any problem is
found, repair it.

2. Remove dirt and debris from around the engine, battery, and radiator.
Check for dirt accumulated around the engine and radiator. Also check for flammable material (dry leaves, twigs,
etc.) around the battery, engine muffler, turbocharger, or other high temperature engine parts. If any dirt or
flammable materials are found, remove them.
For the method of removing dirt from the radiator, see "CLEAN,CHECK RADIATOR FINS,OIL COOLER
FINS,FUEL COOLER FINS,AFTERCOOLER FINS,CONDENSER FINS (machines equipped with air
conditioner),PTO OIL COOLER (PAGE 4-59)".

3. Check for coolant and oil leakage around the engine

Check for oil leakage from the engine and coolant leaks from the cooling system. If any problem is found, repair
it.

4. Check for leakage from fuel line.

Check that there is no leakage of fuel or damage to the hoses and tubes. If any problem is found, carry out
repairs.

5. Check for oil leakage from hydraulic equipment, hydraulic tank, hoses, and joints
Check for oil leakage. If any problem is found, repair the area where oil is leaking.

6. Check the undercarriage (track, sprocket, idler, guard) for damage, wear, loose bolts, or leakage of oil from
rollers.
If any problem is found, repair it.

7. Check for problems in handrails, steps, loose bolts.

If any problem is found, repair it. Tighten any loose bolts.

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8. Check for problem in gauges, monitor.

Check for problem in the gauges and monitor in the operator's cab. If any problem is found, replace the parts.
Clean off any dirt from the surface.

9. Clean, check rear view mirror

Check that there is no damage to the rear view mirror. If it is damaged repair. Clean the surface of the mirror and
adjust the angle so that the area at the rear can be seen from the operator's seat.

10. Seat belt and mounting clamps

Check for damage or wear to the seat belt and mounting clamps. If there is any damage, replace with new parts.

11. Check stopper plate

Check that there is no abnormality in the stopper plate. If any abnormality is found, clean it or replace it with a
new part.

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Checks Before Starting

Always check the items in this section before starting the engine each day.

Check Coolant Level, Add Coolant

WARNING
Do not open the radiator cap unless necessary. When checking the coolant, always wait for the engine to cool down and check
the sub tank.
Immediately after the engine is stopped, the coolant is at a high temperature and the radiator is under high internal pressure.
If the cap is removed to check the coolant level in this condition, there is a hazard of burns. Wait for the temperature to go
down, then turn the cap slowly to release the pressure and remove it carefully.

1. Open cover (1) of the sub tank inspection window at the front
of the radiator side (right side of machine) of the engine hood,
and check that the coolant level is between the FULL and LOW
lines on the two sub tanks (2). If the coolant level is low, add
water through the water filler to sub tanks (2) to the FULL level.
2. After adding coolant, tighten the cap securely.
3. If the sub-tank is empty, check for water leakage, and check
the water level in the radiator. If the cooling water is insufficient,
supply water to the radiator and then to the sub-tank.

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REMARK
When adding water to the radiator, remove cover (3), then
loosen radiator cap (4) slowly. After checking that the pressure
has been released, push in the cap, keep it pushed in, then
loosen it further and remove it.
Check that the level of the coolant is above the hatched portion
in the diagram on the right. If the water level is low, add water
through the water filler port.
After adding water, install radiator cap (4).
When operating in cold areas, see "COLD WEATHER
OPERATION (PAGE 3-151)"

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Check Oil Level in Engine Oil Pan, Add Oil

WARNING
Parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped and may cause serious burns. Wait for the oil
temperature to go down before performing this operation.

1. Open the engine room door.

2. Remove dipstick (G), and wipe the oil off with a cloth.
3. Fully insert dipstick (G) into filler pipe (F), then remove it.

4. The oil level should be between the H and L marks on the

ENGINE STOPPED side of dipstick (G).
If the oil level is below the L mark, add oil through oil filler (F).

5. If the oil level is above the H mark on the gauge, drain the
excess oil from drain valve (P) at the bottom of the engine oil
pan, then check the oil level again.
6. If the oil level is correct, tighten the oil filter cap securely.

REMARK
When checking the oil level after the engine has been operated,
wait for at least 15 minutes after stopping the engine before
checking.
If the machine is at an angle, make it horizontal before checking.

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Check Fuel Level, Add Fuel

WARNING
When adding fuel, never let the fuel overflow. This may cause a fire. If any fuel is spilled, wipe it up completely. Never bring
flames near fuel because it is highly flammable and dangerous.
Do not start the work immediately after the engine stops. Each part of the engine is warmed up to a high temperature and can
cause a burn. Wait until the temperature goes down and then start the work.

1. Open fuel filler cap (F) of the fuel tank.

2. When fuel filler cap (F) is opened, float gauge (G) comes up in
proportion to the remaining fuel level in the tank.
Check that the fuel tank is full.
Inspect the fuel level both visually and with float gauge (G).
3. If the fuel tank is not full, add fuel through the fuel filler until float
gauge (G) rises to the maximum position.
Fuel tank capacity: 1360 liters (359.31 US gal)
Position of tip (a) of float gauge (G) when fuel tank is full:
Approx 50 mm (2 in)

4. After refilling with fuel, push float gauge (G) straight down with
fuel filler cap (F) and then tighten the cap securely.

REMARK
If the fuel tank breather gets clogged, pressure inside the fuel tank
goes down and fuel may not be sent, so clean the breather element
every now and then. If pressure inside the fuel tank remains low
and fuel is not sent even though the breather has been cleaned,
replace the breather element with a new one, seeing "REPLACE
FUEL TANK BREATHER ELEMENT (PAGE 4-69)".

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Inspection of Fuel Pre-Filter and Drain of Water and Sediments

1. Open the engine room door.
2. Check transparent cap (2) of the water separator fitted to the
bottom of fuel pre-filter (1).

3. It is possible to judge the water level and amount of sediment

by looking through transparent cap (2). If there is any water or
sediment collected at the bottom, set a container to catch the
drain water under drain hose (3).
4. Loosen drain valve (4) and drain the water.
5. When fuel starts to drain from drain hose (3), tighten drain
valve (4) immediately.
Tightening torque: 0.2 to 0.45 Nm (0.02 to 0.046 kgm, 0.1 to 0.3
lbft)
6. After completing the water drain operation, bleed the air. Use
the same procedure as when replacing the fuel filter cartridge.
For the air bleeding procedure, see "BLEEDING AIR FROM
FUEL CIRCUIT (PAGE 4-43)".

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Inspection of Additional Water Separator and Drain of Water and Sediments

WARNING
The water separator is a device to separate water mixed with fuel. When draining water, fuel is drained together. Therefore,
never bring fire near the draining water.
When draining water, prepare for a container used for draining oil and take care not to spill drained water. The drained water
contains fuel and can catch fire. If it is spilt, wipe it off completely.

NOTICE
If float (1) goes above level line (2), there is danger that the separated water
may be sucked into the engine.
Always drain the water before float (1) reaches level line (2).

Before carring out this work, top off the fuel tank in reference to"Check Fuel Level, Add Fuel (PAGE 3-80)". If the
fuel is scarce, water may not well be drained.
Prepare a container to catch drain fuel.

1. Open cover (3).

2. Put a container under drain hose (4) to catch drained fuel.

3. Loosen plug (5) to drain water.
4. If water is not drained, remove air intake plug (6). (Width across
flats: 14 mm)
Then water is drained through drain hose (4).
5. As soon as fuel begins to flow out after water has been
completely drained, screw in water drain plug (5).
Tightening torque: 1.5 - 2.5 Nm (0.15 - 0.25 kgm, 1.1 - 1.8 lbft)
6. In case air intake plug (6) has been removed to drain water,
install it now.
Tightening torque: 8.0 - 12.0 Nm (0.8 - 1.2 kgm, 5.8 - 8.7 lbft)
7. Close the inspection cover (3).
8. After completing the water drain operation, bleed the air. Use the same procedure as when replacing the fuel
filter cartridge.
For the air bleeding procedure, see "BLEEDING AIR FROM FUEL CIRCUIT (PAGE 4-43)".

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Check Oil Level in Hydraulic Tank, Add Oil

WARNING
The parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped, and may cause burns. Wait for the
temperature to go down before starting the work.
When removing the oil filler cap, turn it slowly to release the internal pressure, then remove it.

1. Set the work equipment in the posture shown in the diagram on

the right, then check the oil level and add oil if necessary.
2. If the work equipment is not in the condition shown in the
diagram on the right, start the engine, run the engine at low
speed, retract the arm and bucket cylinder rods fully, then
lower the boom, set the bucket teeth in contact with the ground,
and stop the engine.
3. Within 15 seconds after stopping the engine, move each
control lever (for work equipment and travel) to the full stroke
in all directions to release the internal pressure.
4. Check oil level gauge (G) at the rear of the hydraulic tank. The
oil level should be within the specified range for that oil
temperature. If the oil level is low, add oil.

The proper way to check the hydraulic oil level is as follows.

When the hydraulic oil is at normal temperature (15°C to 30°
C), the oil level should be within the blue range of gauge label (a)
in the diagram on the right.
When the hydraulic oil is at high temperature (50°C to 80°C), the
oil level should be within the red range of gauge label (b) in the
diagram on the right.

5. If the level is below the correct line, add oil through filler port (F)
at the top of the hydraulic tank.

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NOTICE
Do not add oil above the correct level. This will damage the hydraulic
circuit and cause oil to spurt out.
If oil is added above the correct level, remove plug (1) under the chassis,
then loosen drain valve (P) and drain the excess oil.

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Check Oil Level in Swing Machinery Case, Add Oil

WARNING
Parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped and may cause serious burns. Wait for the oil
temperature to go down before performing this operation.

There are 2 swing machinery cases: one at the front of the swing circle and the other at the rear.
Swing machinery at front of machine

Swing machinery at rear of machine

1. Remove dipstick (G) and wipe the oil from the dipstick with a cloth.
2. Fully insert dipstick (G) into the filler pipe.
3. Pull out dipstick (G) and check that the oil level is between the
(H) and (L) marks on the dipstick.
4. If the oil does not reach the (L) mark on dipstick (G), add oil
through dipstick insertion hole (F).

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5. If the oil level is above the (H) mark on dipstick (G), loosen drain valve (P) and drain the excess oil.
When draining the oil, first pull hose (1) out from inspection hole (2), then loosen the drain valve (P).
Swing machinery at front of machine

Swing machinery at rear of machine

6. After checking oil level or adding oil, fully insert dipstick (G) into the filler pipe.

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Check Oil Level in PTO Case, Add Oil

WARNING
Parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped and may cause serious burns. Wait for the oil
temperature to go down before performing this operation.

NOTICE
Park the machine on flat ground and stop the engine. After waiting for more than 30 minutes after stopping the engine, check the
oil level.

1. Open the door of the air cleaner room.

2. Remove dipstick (G), and wipe the oil off with a cloth.
3. Fully insert dipstick (G) into filler pipe (F), then remove it.

4. The oil level should be between the H and L marks on the

ENGINE STOPPED side of dipstick (G).
If the oil level is below the L mark, add oil through oil filler (F).
5. If the oil level is above the H mark on the gauge, drain the
excess oil. For details, see Steps 1 - 2 of "CHANGE OIL IN
PTO CASE (PAGE 4-72)".

NOTICE
If the oil level is too high, always drain the excess oil to bring the oil to the
correct level. Failure to do this will cause overheating.

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Check Air Cleaner For Clogging

1. Confirm that the air cleaner clogging monitor does not light up.
2. If it lights up, immediately clean or replace the element.
For details of method of cleaning the element, see "CHECK,
CLEAN AND REPLACE AIR CLEANER ELEMENT (PAGE
4-17)".

REMARK
Dust indicator (1) gives a guideline for the cleaning interval for the
air cleaner element. If the yellow piston on the inside overlaps the
red zone on the outside circumference of dust indicator (1), it is
time to clean the element.

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Check Working Lamp Switch

Check that the working lamps and lamps inside the instruments light up properly. Check also that there is no dirt
or damage.
If any lamp does not light up, the bulb is probably blown up or there is a disconnection, so ask your Komatsu
distributor to carry out repairs.
1. Turn the starting switch to the ON position.
2. Set the lamp switch to ON position (a) and check that the
working lamp lights up.

Check Electric Wiring

CAUTION
If fuses are frequently blown or if there are traces of short-circuiting on the electrical wiring, promptly ask your Komatsu
distributor to locate the cause and make the repair.
Keep the top surface of the battery clean and check the breather hole in the battery cap. If it is clogged with dirt or dust, wash
the battery cap to clear the breather hole.

Check that there is no damage to the fuses; that fuses of the specified capacity are used; that there is no
disconnection or trace of short-circuiting in the electric wiring and no damage to the covering. Check also that there
is no loosened terminals. If any, tighten them.
Moreover, pay particular attention to the electric wiring when checking the battery, engine starting motor and
alternator.
Be sure to check that there is no inflammable material accumulated around the battery. If any is found, remove
immediately.

Check Function of Horn

1. Turn the starting switch to the ON position.
2. Press the horn switch and check that the horn sounds
immediately.
Note that if the air tank is empty or the water drain valve in the
air tank is at the OPEN position, the horn will not sound. Check
that the water drain Valve is at the CLOSE position, start the
engine and wait for 1 or 2 minutes, then press the horn switch
again to check if it sounds.
If the horn still does not sound, please contact your Komatsu
distributor for repairs.

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Drain Water And Sediment from Fuel Tank

1. Set a container under the drain hose to catch the drained fuel.
2. Pull out drain hose (1) from hole (2) in the cover.
3. Turn drain valve (3) to the OPEN position (O) and drain all the
sediment and water accumulated at the bottom together with
the fuel.
4. When clean fuel comes out, turn drain valve (3) to the CLOSE
position (S).

Drain Water from Air Tank

1. Set air tank drain valve (1) under the chassis to the OPEN
position (O) and drain in the water accumulated inside the air
tank.
2. When no more water comes out, set drain valve (1) to the
CLOSE position (S).

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Adjustment

Seat Adjustment

WARNING
When adjusting the position of the operator's seat, always set the lock lever to the LOCK position to prevent any accidental
contact with the control levers.

Always adjust the operator's seat before starting each operation or when the operators change shift.
Adjust the operator's seat so control levers and switches can be operated freely and easily with the operator's
back against the backrest.

(A) Fore-and-aft adjustment

Pull lever (1) up, set the seat to the desired position, then release
the lever.
Fore-and-aft adjustment: 160 mm (6.3 in) (16 stages)

(B) Adjusting reclining

REMARK
The seat can be reclined more when the seat is pushed to the front.
The amount of reclining decreases as the seat is pushed back, so
when moving the seat back, return the seatback to the upright
position.

Pull up lever (2) and set the backrest to a position that is

comfortable for operation, then release the lever.
Sit with your back against the seat backrest when adjusting. If your
back is not against the backrest, the backrest may suddenly move
forward.

(C) Adjusting seat tilt

Forward tilt
Push lever (3) down to adjust angle of the front of seat. (4 stages)
To raise the angle at front of the seat, keep the lever pushed down and apply your weight to the rear of seat.
To lower the angle at front of the seat, keep the lever pushed down and apply your weight to the front of seat.

Rear tilt
Pull lever (4) up to adjust angle of the rear of seat. (4 stages)
To raise the angle at rear of the seat, keep lever (3) pulled up, and stand up slightly to remove your weight from
the seat.
To lower the angle at rear of the seat, keep lever (3) pulled up, and apply your weight to the seat.
Amount of tilt: Up 13°, down 13°

Adjusting seat height

It is possible to move the seat up or down by combining adjustments forward tilt and rear tilt.
After setting the forward tilt or rear tilt to the desired height, operate the opposite part to set the seat horizontal then
secure in position.
Height adjustment: 60 mm (2.4 in)

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(D) Adjusting armrest angle

Armrest (5) can be made to spring up by hand approx. 90°.
In addition, by turning the bottom (6) of the armrest by hand it is possible to make fine vertical adjustments of the
armrest angle.
Armrest adjustment angle: 25°.

REMARK
If the seat back is tipped to the front without raising the armrest(5), armrest will rise automatically.
If the cable at the rear of armrest (5) is tense (when the seat back is tipped to the front), armrest (5) cannot be
adjusted by turning dial (6). When adjusting the angle of armrest (5), set the seat back to a position where it is
easy to carry out operations, then adjust the armrest.

(E) Overall fore-and-aft adjustment of seat

Move lever (7) to right, set to the desired position, then release the lever. In this case, the operator's seat, left and
right control levers, and lock lever all slide together.
Fore-and-aft adjustment:180 mm (7.1 in) (9 stages)

(F) Adjusting suspension

Turn knob (8) to the right to make the suspension harder,or to the left to make the suspension softer. Adjust the
reading of the dial to match the operator's weight and select the optimum suspension.

REMARK
To obtain the optimum adjustment, turn the knob (8) so that the indicator of the weight display (kg) in the transparent
portion of knob (8) is the same as the operator's weight.

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Rearview Mirrors

WARNING
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before starting work. If they are not adjusted properly, you cannot secure the visibility and may be
injured or may injure someone seriously.

Mirror (A)
Adjust the mirror mount so that it is possible to see people at the
rear left of the machine.
Install the side view mirror in the location indicated in the figure
at right.
(L): 100 mm (3.9 in)
Fix mirror securing stay (1) the way the side view mirror
stretches outward to the maximum.
If the side view mirror does not move smoothly when adjusting
its angle, loosen mirror securing screw (2) and mirror securing
stay bolt (3).
Tightening torque of screw (2): 1.5 - 2.0 Nm
(0.15 - 0.20 kgm, 1.1 - 1.4 lbft)
When adjusting the side view mirror angle, make an adjustment
so that the side of the machine comes into view on the mirror as
shown in the figure at right.

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Mirror (B)
Adjust the mirror mount so that it is possible to see people at the
rear right of the machine.
Install the side view mirror in the location indicated in the figure
at right.
(L): 30 mm (1.2 in)
(Q): 90°
(R): 75°
If the side view mirror does not move smoothly when adjusting
its angle, loosen mirror securing screw (4) and mirror securing
stay bolt (5).
Tightening torque of screw (4): 1.5 - 2.0 Nm
(0.15 - 0.20 kgm, 1.1 - 1.4 lbft)

When adjusting the side view mirror angle, make an adjustment

so that the side of the machine comes into view on the mirror as
shown in the figure at right.

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Mirror (C)
Adjust the mirror mount so that it is possible to see people at the
rear right of the machine.
Install the side view mirror in the location indicated in the figure
at right.
(L): 240 mm (9.5 in)
(Q): 60°
(R): 55°
If the side view mirror does not move smoothly when adjusting
its angle, loosen mirror securing screw (6) and mirror securing
stay bolt (7).
Tightening torque of screw (6): 1.5 - 2.0 Nm
(0.15 - 0.20 kgm, 1.1 - 1.4 lbft)

When adjusting the side view mirror angle, make an adjustment

so that the side of the machine comes into view on the mirror as
shown in the figure at right.

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Seat Belt
WARNING
Before fitting the seat belt, check that there is no problem in the belt mount bracket or mounting belt. If it is worn or damaged,
replace the seat belt.
Even if no problem can be seen in the belt, replace the seat belt every 3 years. The date of manufacture of the belt is shown on
the back of the belt.
Always wear the seat belt during operations.
Fit the seat belt so that it is not twisted.

Fastening and Removing

This seat belt has a wind-in device, so it is not necessary to adjust the length.

Fastening Seat Belt

Hold grip (2) and pull the belt out from wind-in device (1), check that
the belt is not twisted, then insert tongue (3) into buckle (4)
securely.
When doing this, pull the belt lightly to check that it is properly
locked.

Removing Belt
Press button (5) in buckle (4), and remove tongue (3) from buckle (4).
The belt is automatically wound in, hold grip (2) and return the belt slowly to wind-in device (1).

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Operations Before Starting Engine

WARNING
When starting the engine, check that the lock lever is securely at the LOCK position.
If the lock lever is not locked securely and the control levers or control pedal are touched when the engine is started, the machine
may move unexpectedly, and this may lead to serious personal injury.

1. Check that lock lever (1) is at the LOCK position (L).

2. Check that each control lever and control pedal is at the
Neutral position.
If the control levers and control pedal are not being touched,
they will be at the Neutral position.

3. Insert key into starting switch (2), turn the key to ON position
(B), then perform the following checks.

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If a password has been set, the input display screen is shown on

the monitor screen.
After inputting the password, press input confirmation switch (3).

REMARK
For details of the method of setting, changing, or canceling the
password, see separate "PROCEDURE FOR SETTING,
CHANGING, OR CANCELING PASSWORD".

1) The buzzer sounds for approx. 1 second, and the following

monitors and meters light up for approx. 3 seconds.
Radiator coolant level monitor (4)
Engine oil level monitor (5)
Charge level monitor (6)
Fuel level monitor (7)
Engine coolant temperature monitor (8)
Engine oil pressure monitor (9)
Engine coolant temperature gauge (10)
Fuel gauge (11)
Air cleaner clogging monitor (12)
If the monitors do not light up or the buzzer does not sound,
there is probably a failure in the monitor, so contact your
Komatsu distributor for repairs.
2) After approx. 3 seconds, the screen switches to the
working mode/travel speed display monitor. Then it
switches to the normal screen.
Fuel level monitor (7)
Engine coolant temperature monitor (8)
Engine coolant temperature gauge (10)
Fuel gauge (11)
Hydraulic oil temperature gauge (13)
Hydraulic oil temperature monitor (14)

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3) If the hydraulic oil temperature gauge goes out and caution

lamp (15) stays lighted up red, perform inspection
immediately for the item which is lighted up red.

4) If there are any items where the maintenance time has

passed, maintenance interval monitor (16) lights up for 30
seconds. Press maintenance switch (17), check the item,
then perform maintenance immediately.

For details of the method of checking the maintenance

interval, see "Maintenance Switch (PAGE 3-25)" in the
Detailed controls and gauges.

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STARTING ENGINE
WARNING
Start the engine only after sitting down in the operator's seat.
Do not attempt to start the engine by short-circuiting the engine starting circuit. Such an act may cause a serious bodily injury
or fire.
Check that there are no persons or obstacles in the surrounding area, then sound the horn and start the engine.
Never use starting aid fluids as they may cause explosions.
Exhaust gas is toxic. When starting the engine in confined spaces, be particularly careful to ensure good ventilation.

NOTICE
Before starting the engine, check that fuel control dial (2) is at the low
idling (MIN) position. If the fuel control dial is at the full speed (MAX)
position, the engine will accelerate suddenly and cause damage to the
engine parts.
Do not keep the key in starting switch (3) at the START position
continuously for more than 20 seconds.
If the engine does not start, wait for at least 2 minutes, then start again
from the beginning.
After the engine starts, wait for the engine oil pressure monitor to go
out. Do not touch the control levers or control pedal while the engine oil
pressure monitor is lighted up.

This machine is equipped with an engine automatic preheating device that functions to start the engine preheating
automatically.
If the ambient temperature is low, the preheating monitor will light up when the key in starting switch (3) is turned to
the ON position to inform the operator that preheating has been started automatically.
1. Check the lock lever (1) is in the LOCK position (L). If the lock
lever is in the FREE position (F), the engine does not start.

2. Set fuel control dial (2) to the low idling (MIN) position.

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3. Turn the key in starting switch (3) to ON position (B).

If the ambient temperature is low, the preheating monitor lights

up and automatic preheating is carried out. Keep the key in
starting switch (3) at the ON position until the preheating
monitor goes out.

The time that the preheating monitor stays lighted up depends on

Ambient temperature Lighting time
the ambient temperature as shown in the table on the right.
Above 0 °C 0 seconds
20 seconds
-20 °C to 0 °C
to 45 seconds
below -20 °C 45 seconds
4. If the preheating monitor does not light up, or it lights up and
then goes out to inform that the engine preheating has been
completed, turn the key in starting switch (3) to the START
position (C) and start the engine.

REMARK
If the ambient temperature is low, the engine may not start even
when the key in the starting switch (3) is kept at the START position
for 20 seconds. If this happens, wait for at least 2 minutes, then
start again from the beginning.

5. After the engine starts, release the key in starting switch (3).
The key will automatically return to the ON position (B).

6. Even if the engine starts, wait for the engine oil pressure
monitor to go out. Do not touch the control levers or control
pedal while the engine oil pressure monitor is lighted up.

NOTICE
If the engine oil pressure monitor does not go out even after 4 to 5 seconds
have passed, stop the engine immediately. Check the oil level, check for
leakage of oil, and take the necessary action.

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REMARK
Regardless of the ambient temperature, it is possible to start the
engine preheating manually.
1. Turn the key in starting switch (3) to the left from OFF position
(A). The preheating monitor lights up and engine preheating
starts.
(Preheating continues while the key in starting switch (3) is held
at the left position.)
During the preheating operation, the preheating monitor lights
up to show that preheating is taking place.
2. The preheating monitor starts lighting about 30 seconds after
preheating starts and then goes off in about 10 seconds.
3. After the preheating monitor goes off, turn the key in starting
switch (3) to START position (C). The engine will start.

If the engine cannot be started with the above procedure, wait for
at least two minutes, then start again from Step 1.

REMARK
Immediately after the engine is started, the engine lubricating oil pressure has not risen sufficiently, so the turbo
protection function acts to prevent the engine speed from going above 1000 rpm for a maximum of 20 seconds even
if the fuel control dial is operated.

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AFTER STARTING ENGINE

WARNING
Emergency stop
If there has been any abnormal actuation or trouble, turn the starting switch key to the OFF position.
Do not carry out operations or operate the levers or pedals suddenly while the hydraulic oil is at low temperature. Always carry
out the warm-up operation for the hydraulic equipment until the hydraulic oil temperature monitor is displayed green.
If the warm-up operation for the hydraulic equipment is not carried out thoroughly, and the machine is moved, the reaction of
the control levers and pedals will be slow and the movement may not be what the operator intended. Always warm up the
hydraulic equipment. In particular, in cold areas, always warm up the hydraulic equipment thoroughly.

There are two types of warm-up operation: warm up the engine and warm up the hydraulic equipment. In addition,
depending on the environment, the method of carrying out the warm-up operation may differ, so carry out the
warm-up operation according to the items given in the appropriate section.
(When only the engine is warmed up, the hydraulic equipment is not warmed up, so always carry out the warm-up
operation for the hydraulic equipment separately from the warm-up operation for the engine. Warm up the hydraulic
equipment thoroughly ensures that the hydraulic oil is warmed up and that warm hydraulic oil circulates in all the
control circuits.)

Checking of Engine Startability and Noise

When starting the engine, check that the engine causes no abnormal noise and that it starts up easily and smoothly.
Check also that there is no abnormal noise when the engine is idling or when the revolution rises slightly.
When there is an abnormal noise at the engine startup and if that condition continues, the engine may be
damaged. In that case, ask your Komatsu distributor to check the engine as soon as possible.

Checking of Engine Acceleration and Deceleration

When stopping the machine during the operation, check that there is no irregular engine revolution or that the engine
does not stop suddenly.
Check also that the engine speed rises smoothly when the fuel control dial is turned to the full (Max).
Carry out these checks in a safe place, watching out for danger in the surroundings.
When the engine performs very badly at low idling and in the acceleration and if that condition continues, the
engine may be damaged or confuse the operator's sense of driving or lower the braking efficiency, and as a result
lead to an unexpected accident. In that case, ask your Komatsu distributor to check the engine as soon as
possible.

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Breaking-in the New Machine

NOTICE
Your Komatsu machine has been thoroughly adjusted and tested before shipment from the factory. However, operating the
machine under full load before breaking the machine in can adversely affect the performance and shorten the machine life.
Be sure to break in the machine for the initial 100 hours (as indicated on the service meter).

Make sure that you fully understand the content of this manual, and pay careful attention to the following points when
breaking in the machine.
Run the engine at idle for 15 seconds after starting it. During this time, do not operate the control levers or fuel
control dial.
Idle the engine for 5 minutes after starting it up.
Avoid operation with heavy loads or at high speeds.
Immediately after starting the engine, avoid sudden starts, sudden acceleration, unnecessary sudden stops, and
sudden changes in direction.

Engine Warm Up

NOTICE
Do not accelerate the engine suddenly until the warm-up operation has
been completed.
Do not run the engine at low idling or high idling under no load for more
than 20 minutes. This will have an adverse effect on the environment,
and will also have an adverse effect on the internal structure of the
engine. If it is necessary to run the engine at idling for more than 20
minutes, apply a load from time to time or run at a mid-range speed.

After the engine starts, do not start operating the machine immediately. First, carry out the following operations and
checks.
1. This machine is equipped with an automatic engine warm-up system, so if the engine water temperature is
below 30 °C after the engine is started, the engine warm-up operation starts automatically. When the engine
automatic warm-up operation starts, the engine speed is maintained at a speed higher than the normal low idling
speed.
If the engine water temperature goes above 30 °C or if the warm-up operation has been continued for more than
10 minutes, the automatic warm-up operation is cancelled and the engine speed drops to the normal low idling
speed.

2. Check that engine water temperature monitor (1) displays

green.
If it displays white, use the procedure in Step 3 to carry out
additional warm up of the engine until the monitor displays
green.

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3. Turn fuel control dial (2) to a point midway between low idling
(MIN) and full speed (MAX), run the engine at a mid-range
speed, and run under no load until engine water temperature
monitor (1) displays green.

If the engine water temperature monitor displays green, the engine warm-up operation is completed.
After checking that the engine water temperature monitor displays green, carry out the warming-up operation for the
hydraulic equipment.

NOTICE
Canceling automatic warm-up operation
If it becomes necessary in an emergency to cancel the automatic warm-up operation or to lower the engine speed to low idle, do
as follows.

1] Turn fuel control dial (2) to the full speed (MAX)

position and hold it for 3 seconds.

2] When fuel control dial (2) is returned to the low idle

(MIN) position, the engine speed will drop.

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Hydraulic Equipment Warm Up

WARNING
Before carrying out the warm-up operation for the hydraulic equipment, turn the swing lock switch ON, check on the monitor
that the swing lock is actuated, then start the warm-up operation.
When warming up the hydraulic equipment, check that there is no person or obstacle in the surrounding area, then sound the
horn and start the operation.
Carry out the warm-up operation for the hydraulic equipment until the hydraulic oil temperature monitor displays green.
The warm-up operation for the hydraulic equipment is necessary not only for the circuit between the pump and cylinders and
between the pump and motor, but also for all the control circuits. Do not carry out the operation just for one cylinder or motor,
or the operation just in one direction. Carry out the operation in both directions for the work equipment (boom, arm, bucket),
swing, travel, and attachment (if equipped).

1. Check that engine water temperature monitor (1) displays

green.
If it displays white, carry out additional warm up of the engine
until engine water temperature monitor (1) displays green.
For details of the procedure, see "Engine Warm Up (PAGE
3-104)".

2. Turn swing lock switch (2) ON and check that the swing lock
monitor lights up.

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3. To complete the warm-up operation of the hydraulic equipment

more quickly, set the working mode to P mode (heavy-duty
mode).
For details of the procedure for setting the working mode, see
"Working Mode Selector Switch (Basic Switch) (PAGE 3-21)".

4. Move lock lever (3) slowly to the FREE position (F), then raise
the bucket from the ground.

5. Turn fuel control dial (4) to a point midway between low idling
(MIN) and full speed (MAX).

NOTICE
When the work equipment is retracted, take care that it does not interfere
with the machine body or ground.

6. Move right work equipment control lever (5) slowly in the

direction to pull in the bucket (D). Operate the lever to the end
of its travel and hold it in position for 30 seconds.
7. Move right work equipment control lever (5) slowly in the
direction to push out the bucket (C). Operate the lever to the
end of its travel and hold it in position for 30 seconds.
8. Next, move left work equipment control lever (6) slowly in the direction to pull in the arm (B). Operate the lever
to the end of its travel and hold it in position for 30 seconds.
9. Move left work equipment control lever (6) slowly in the direction to push out the arm (A). Operate the lever to
the end of its travel and hold it in position for 30 seconds.
10. Repeat the operation in Steps 6 to 9 for 5 minutes.

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11. Check that hydraulic oil temperature monitor (7) is displaying

green.
If the hydraulic oil temperature monitor is not displaying green
(it is displaying white), repeat Steps 6 to 10 until the display is
green.

12. Check that engine water temperature monitor (1) displays

green.
If it displays white, carry out additional warm up of the engine
until engine water temperature monitor (1) displays green.
For details of the procedure, see "Engine Warm Up (PAGE
3-104)".

13. Check that the hydraulic oil temperature monitor and engine
water temperature monitor are displaying green, then check
that all the gauges and caution monitors on the machine
monitor our in the following status.
Radiator coolant level monitor (8): OFF
Charge level monitor (9): OFF
Engine oil pressure monitor (10): ON
Engine oil level monitor (11): OFF
Air cleaner clogging monitor (12): OFF
Engine preheating lamp (13): OFF
Engine water temperature gauge (14): Indicator in green
range
Engine water temperature monitor (1): Green display
Hydraulic oil temperature gauge (15): Indicator in black
range
Hydraulic oil temperature monitor (7): Green display
Fuel gauge (16): Indicator in black range
Fuel level monitor (17): Green display

14. Check for abnormal exhaust gas color, noise, or vibration. If

any problem is found, contact your Komatsu distributor.

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In cold temperatures (ambient temperature below 0°C), even when the hydraulic oil temperature monitor displays green, carry out
additional Step 15 to warm up all the hydraulic equipment.

15. Turn fuel control dial (4) to the full speed (MAX) position, repeat
Steps 6 to 9 for 3 to 5 minutes, then check again that the
hydraulic oil temperature monitor is displaying green.
If it is not displaying green, repeat Steps 6 to 9 for 3 to 5
minutes until hydraulic oil temperature monitor (7) displays
green.

For both normal temperatures and cold temperatures, carry out the following operation.
16. Check that fuel control dial (4) is at a point midway between low
idling (MIN) and full speed (MAX).
If it is not at the midway position, set it to the midway position
and run the engine at a mid-range speed before operating.

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17. Before starting operations, repeat the following operations slowly 3 to 5 times to circulate warm oil through the
control circuits.

Boom operation RAISE (E) ←→ LOWER (F)

Arm operation IN (B) ←→ OUT (A)
Bucket operation CURL (D) ←→ DUMP (C)

When carrying out swing operations, release swing lock switch (2),
check that swing lock monitor (18) goes out, then operate the
swing.
Swing operation Left (G) ←→ Right (H)

Travel (Lo) operation FORWARD (A) ←→ REVERSE (B)

18. Check that hydraulic oil temperature monitor (7) is displaying

green.
If the hydraulic oil temperature monitor is not displaying green
(it is displaying white), repeat Steps 6 to 10 until the display is
green.

If the hydraulic oil temperature monitor displays green, the hydraulic equipment warm-up operation is completed.
After confirming that the hydraulic oil temperature monitor displays green, carry out the following procedure.

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Operation After Completion Of Warm-Up Operation

1. Check that hydraulic oil temperature monitor (7) displays
green.

2. Push working mode selector switch (19) of the machine

monitor to select the working mode to be used.
For details of the procedure for selecting the working mode,
see "Working Mode Selector Switch (Basic Switch) (PAGE
3-21)".

Working mode monitor display

1) P mode
For heavy-duty operations

2) E mode
For operations with emphasis on fuel economy

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3) Heavy-duty lift
Boom lifting power increased when raising boom
independently

4) Swing priority mode

Priority given to swing when operating boom and swing
simultaneously

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STOPPING THE ENGINE

NOTICE
If the engine is stopped abruptly, service life of component parts of the
engine may be considerably reduced. Do not stop the engine abruptly
except in an emergency. If the engine has overheated, do not try to stop it
abruptly but run it at medium speed to allow it to cool down gradually, and
then stop it.

1. Run the engine at low idle for about 5 minutes to cool down gradually.
2. Turn the key in starting switch (1) to the OFF position (A) and
stop the engine.
3. Remove the key from starting switch (1).

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MACHINE OPERATION
WARNING
Before operating the control lever, check the direction of the track frame. If the track frame is facing the rear (if the sprocket
is at the front), the machine moves in the opposite direction from the operation of the travel lever (front and rear travel is
reversed, left and right steering is reversed).
Before starting the machine off, check that the area around the machine is safe, and sound the horn.
Do not allow anyone to enter the area around the machine.
Clear any obstacles from the travel path.
There is a blind spot at the rear of the machine, so be particularly careful when traveling in reverse.
If the control lever is operated when the auto deceleration is being actuated, the engine speed will suddenly rise, so be careful
when operating.
Before starting the machine off, check that the travel alarm sounds normally.

Preparations for Moving the Machine

1. Set swing lock switch (1) to the ON (actuated) position and
confirm that swing lock monitor lamp (2) lights up.

2. Turn fuel control dial (3) towards the full speed (MAX) position
to increase the engine speed.

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Moving Machine Forward

1. Set lock lever (4) in the FREE position (F), fold the work
equipment, and raise it 40 to 50 cm (16 to 20 in) from the
ground.
If the work equipment blocks the view and it is difficult to
travel in safety, raise the work equipment to a greater height.

2. Operate the right and left travel levers (5), or the right or left travel pedals (6) as follows:
When sprocket (A) is at the rear of the machine:
Slowly push the levers (5) forward, or slowly depress the front
part of the pedals (6) to move the machine forward.

When sprocket (A) is at the front of the machine:

Slowly pull the levers (5) backward, or slowly depress the rear
part of the pedals (6) to move the machine forward.

3. Check that the travel alarm sounds properly. If the travel alarm does not sound, please contact your Komatsu
distributor for repair.

REMARK
In cold temperatures, if the machine travel speed is not normal, thoroughly perform the warming-up operation.
In addition, if the undercarriage is clogged with mud and the machine travel speed is not normal, remove the soil and
mud from the undercarriage.

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Moving Machine Backward

1. Set lock lever (4) in the FREE position (F), fold the work
equipment, and raise it 40 to 50 cm (16 to 20 in) from the
ground.
If the work equipment blocks the view and it is difficult to
travel in safety, raise the work equipment to a greater height.

2. Operate the right and left travel levers (5), or the right or left travel pedals (6) as follows:
When sprocket (A) is at the rear of the machine:
Slowly pull the levers (5) backward, or slowly depress the rear
part of the pedals (6) to move the machine backward.

When sprocket (A) is at the front of the machine:

Slowly push the levers (5) forward, or slowly depress the front
part of the pedals (6) to move the machine backward.

3. Check that the travel alarm sounds properly. If the travel alarm does not sound, please contact your Komatsu
distributor for repair.

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Stopping Machine
Avoid stopping suddenly. Give yourself ample room when stopping.
1. Put the left and right travel levers (1) in the neutral position,
then stop the machine.

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STEERING THE MACHINE

Steering
WARNING
Before operating the travel levers, check the direction of the track frame (the position of the sprocket). If the sprocket is at the rear,
the machine moves in the reverse direction to the operation of the travel levers.

Use the travel levers to change direction.

Avoid sudden changes of direction as much as possible.
Especially when performing counter-rotation (spin turn), stop the
machine before turning.
Operate two travel levers (1) as follows.

Steering the Machine when Stopped

When turning to the left:
Push the right travel lever forward to turn to the left when traveling
forward; and pull it back to turn left when traveling in reverse.
(A): Forward left turn
(B): Reverse left turn

REMARK
When turning to the right, operate the left travel lever in the same
way.

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Changing Direction of the Machine

When turning to the left:
If the left travel lever is returned to the neutral position, the machine
will turn to the left.
(A): Forward left turn
(B): Reverse left turn

REMARK
When turning to the right, operate the right travel lever in the same
way.

Counter-rotation Turn (Spin Turn)

When using counter-rotation (spin turn) to turn left, pull the left
travel lever back and push the right travel lever forward.

REMARK
When using counter-rotation to turn right, pull the right travel lever
back and push the left travel lever forward.

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SWINGING
WARNING
The tail of the machine extends outside the tracks. Before operating the
swing, check that the area around the machine is safe.

1. Before starting the swing operation, turn swing lock switch (1)
OFF and check that swing lock monitor (2) has gone out.

2. Operate left work equipment control lever (3) to swing the

upper structure.
(A): Left swing
(B): Right swing

3. When not using the swing, turn swing lock switch (1) ON.
Check that swing lock monitor (2) lights up.

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WORK EQUIPMENT CONTROLS AND OPERATIONS

WARNING
If the lever is operated when the engine speed has been lowered by the auto-deceleration function, the engine speed will
suddenly rise, so operate the levers carefully.

Use the control levers to operate the work equipment.

Note that when the levers are released, they return to the HOLD position and the work equipment is held in that
position.
If the work equipment control levers are returned to the neutral position when the machine is stopped, even if the
fuel control dial is set to FULL, the auto-deceleration mechanism will act to reduce the engine speed to a
mid-range speed.

REMARK
With this machine, an accumulator is installed in the operating circuit, if less than 15 seconds has passed since the
engine was stopped, when the starting switch is turned to the ON position even with the engine stopped, it is
possible to operate the levers to lower work equipment to the ground.
In addition, this operation can also be used to release the remaining pressure in the hydraulic cylinder circuit or to
lower the boom after the machine has been loaded onto a trailer.
Arm control
Move the left work equipment control lever to the front or rear to
operate the arm.

Swing control
Move the left work equipment control lever to the left or right to
swing the upper structure.

Boom control
Move the right work equipment control lever to the front or rear
to operate the boom.

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Bucket control
Move the right work equipment control lever to the left or right to
operate the bucket.

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WORKING MODE

Working Mode
The mode selector switch can be used to switch the mode to match operating conditions and purpose, thereby
enabling work to be performed efficiently.
Make effective use of each mode as follows.
When the starting switch is turned to the ON position, the working mode is set to P mode (digging).
Use the working mode switch to set the mode to the most efficient mode to match the type of work.

Working
Applicable operations
mode
Normal digging, loading operations
P mode
(Operations with emphasis on productivity)
Normal digging, loading operations
E mode
(operation with emphasis on fuel economy)
Normal digging, loading operations
Heavy-duty
(boom lifting power increased when raising
lift mode
boom independently)
Normal digging, loading operations
Swing
(priority given to swing when operating boom
priority mode
and swing simultaneously)

Setting Economy Mode

We recommend adjusting the economy mode settings to give the
fuel consumption and production in the table below.

REMARK
The closer the selection is made to E3, the better the fuel
consumption becomes, but the production is reduced accordingly.

Dumping and Handling Excavated

Handling Trenching
loading overburden and Pit Lifting
Mode remaining
Blasted Loosened Sandy blasted excavation Soft Sandy work
Soft rock walls
rock sandy soil bedrock rock rock bedrock
E0 w w Q w Q Q Q Q Q w
E1 Q Q U U U U U U U w
E2 U U U U U Q
E3 U Q
w : Work possible without problem (can carry out that operation without problem)
Q : Work possible (can carry out operation with some minor problems)
U : Work possible (can carry out operation but there are many problems)
: Work impossible (too many problems, cannot carry out operation)

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PROHIBITED OPERATIONS
WARNING
If it is necessary to operate the work equipment control lever when the machine is traveling, stop the machine, then operate
the control lever.
If any lever is operated when the auto-deceleration is being actuated, the engine speed will suddenly increase, so be careful
when operating.

Operations Using Swing Force

Do not use the swing force to compact soil or break objects. This
is not only dangerous, but will also drastically reduce the life of the
machine.

Operations Using Travel Force

Do not dig the bucket into the ground and use the travel force to
carry out excavation. This will damage the machine or work
equipment.

Prohibited to Extend Hydraulic Cylinder to End of Stroke

If the work equipment is used with the cylinder rod operated to its
stroke end, and given impact by some external force, the hydraulic
cylinders will be damaged, causing personal injury. Avoid
operations with the hydraulic cylinder fully retracted or fully
extended.

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Operations Using Bucket Dropping Force

Do not use the dropping force of the machine for digging, or use the
dropping force of the bucket as s pickaxe, breaker, or pile driver.
This will drastically reduce the life of the machine.

Operations Using Bucket as Lever

Do not use the bucket to lever rocks out. If the back of the bucket
contacts the rock behind, the principle of the lever will bring
excessive force to bear on the machine or work equipment, and
there is danger that this may lead to breakage or damage of the
machine.
In such situations, use only the force of the arm and bucket to carry
out the digging operation. If any excessive force is brought to bear,
the safety valve in the hydraulic system automatically controls the
force within the specified range, and this prevents damage to the
machine.

Operations Using Machine Dropping Force

Do not use the dropping force of the machine for digging.

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Operations Digging at an Angle without Engaging Teeth

Do not swing the upper structure when digging hard rock at a
position higher than the machine if the bucket teeth will not
penetrate the rock. The teeth will slip on the rock surface and
generate excessive vibration of the machine, and this will lead to
cracking of the work equipment or frame.
In addition, if the bucket teeth slip and hit the rock, there will be
excessive impact load on the work equipment and frame, and this
will reduce the service life of the machine.

Digging Hard Rocky Ground

Do not attempt to directly excavate hard rocky ground with the work equipment. It is better to excavate it after
breaking up by some other means. This will not only save the machine from damage but will make for better
economy.

Operations When Machine is Not Stable

Do not carry out operations when the machine is not in a stable
position. This will generate a twisting load on the frame and other
parts and will reduce the service life of the machine.

When carrying out operations in such a place, pile soil under the
front of the track or take other measures to stabilize the machine
before starting the operation.

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Swinging or Traveling When Rock Is on Top of Track Assembly

Do not swing the upper structure or travel if there is in the rock on
top of the track assembly. It will contact the undercover or frame
and cause damage. In the worst case, it may cause damage to the
hydraulic equipment and result in a serious breakdown.
During operations, always check that there is no rock, pieces of
rock, or mud on top of the track assembly.

Sudden Lever or Pedal Shifting High Speed Travel

(1) Do not operate the levers and pedals suddenly or take any
other action to move the machine quickly.
(2) Do not operate the levers or pedals suddenly from FORWARD
(A) to REVERSE (B) (or from REVERSE (B) to FORWARD (A)).
(3) Do not operate the levers or pedals suddenly (do not release
them suddenly) to stop the machine when traveling at high
speed.

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High-Speed Travel Operations on Rough Ground

Do not travel at high speed on rough ground or rocks. Each time
the machine travels over rough parts of the ground surface, the
thrusting load on the machine will increase and reduce the service
life of the machine.

To protect the machine when traveling on rough ground or on

rocks, there is a cushion structure in the idler (1), so set the idler
facing in the direction of travel and travel at low speed.

Long-Time Continuous Travel Operations

Do not travel continuously at high speed for two hours or more. The
lubricating oil inside the track rollers will rise to a high temperature,
and there is danger that this will cause damage to the oil seal or
leakage of oil.
When traveling continuously for a long time, stop the machine for
15 minutes every 2 hours to allow the lubricating oil inside the track
rollers to cool down.

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GENERAL OPERATION INFORMATION

Traveling
Traveling over boulders, tree stumps, or other obstacles will cause
a big shock to the chassis (and in particular to the tracks), and this
will cause damage to the machine. For this reason, always remove
any obstacles or travel around them, or take other steps to avoid
traveling over such obstacles as far as possible.
If there is no way to avoid traveling over an obstacle, reduce the
travel speed, keep the work equipment close to the ground, and try
to travel so that the center of the track passes over the obstacle.

High Speed Travel

On uneven roadbeds such as rock beds or uneven roads with large
rocks, travel at Lo speed. When traveling at high speed, set the
idler in the forward direction.
To switch the travel speed, press travel speed selector switch
(1). The travel speed is displayed as Lo, Mi, or Hi on the monitor
display.

Precautions when Carrying Out Operations Continually with the Work Equipment in the Same Posture
Precautions when carrying out operations continually with the work equipment in the same posture.
When operations are carried out continuously with the cylinder operated slightly, operate the cylinder occasionally
by a large amount to ensure greasing of the work equipment pins. This will prevent loss of grease at the pins.

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Permissible Water Depth

NOTICE
When driving the machine out of water, if the angle of the machine exceeds
15°, the rear of the upper structure will go under water, and water will be
thrown up by the cooling fan. This may cause the fan to break.
Be extremely careful when driving the machine out of water.

Do not drive the machine in water deeper than the center of carrier
roller (1).
Supply grease to the parts which have been under water for a long
time until the used grease is projected out of the bearings (around
the bucket pin, in particular).

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TRAVELING ON SLOPES
WARNING
Turning or operating the work equipment when working on slopes may
cause the machine to lose it balance and turn over, so avoid such
operations.
It is particularly dangerous to swing downhill when the bucket is loaded.
If such operations have to be performed, pile soil to make a platform (A)
on the slope so the machine is kept horizontal during operation.
Do not travel up or down steep slopes. There is danger that the machine
may turn over.
When traveling, raise the bucket approx. 20 to 30cm (8 to 12 in) from the
ground.
Do not travel downhill in reverse.
Never turn on slopes or travel across slopes.
Always go down to a flat place to perform these operations. It may be
longer, but it will ensure safety.
Always operate or travel in such a way that it is possible to stop safely
at any time if the machine slips or becomes unstable.

1. When traveling down steep hills, use the travel lever and fuel
control lever to keep the travel speed low.
When traveling down slopes of more than 15°, set the work
equipment in the posture shown in the figure on the right, and
lower the engine speed.

2. When traveling up a steep hill of more than 15°, set the work
equipment to the posture shown in the diagram on the right.

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When traveling up a steep slope, extend the work equipment to

the front to improve the balance, keep the work equipment
approximately 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in) above the ground, and
travel at low speed.

Traveling Downhill
Put the travel lever in the neutral position. This will cause the brake to be automatically applied.

Engine Stopped on Slope

If the engine stops when traveling uphill, move the travel levers to the neutral position, lower the bucket to the
ground, stop the machine, then start the engine again.

Cab Doors on Slope

WARNING
Do not open or close the door when the machine is on a slope. The operating effort may suddenly change. Always keep the door
locked in position when it is open and when it is closed.

If the engine stops when the machine is on a slope, never use the left work equipment control lever to carry out
swing operations. The upper structure will swing under its own weight.

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ESCAPE FROM MUD

Always operate carefully to avoid getting stuck in mud. If the machine does get stuck in mud, do as follows to get
the machine out.
Place the machine push-up switch at high-pressure set position
(b). This will increase the pushing power of the boom and make
it easier to escape.

Track on One Side Stuck

NOTICE
When using the boom or arm to raise the machine, always have the bottom
of the bucket in contact with the ground. The angle between the boom and
arm should be 90° to 110°.
The same applies when using the bucket installed in the reverse direction.

When only one side is stuck in mud, use the bucket to raise the
track, then lay boards or logs and drive the machine out.

Tracks on Both Sides Stuck

When the tracks on both sides are stuck in mud and they slip,
making it impossible for the machine to move, lay boards or logs as
explained above, and dig the bucket into the ground in front. Then
pull in the arm as in normal digging operations and put the travel
levers in the FORWARD position to pull the machine out.

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RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS
In addition to the following, it is possible to further increase the range of applications by using various attachments.

Backhoe Work
A backhoe is suitable for excavating areas that are lower than the
machine.
When the condition of the machine is as shown in the diagram on
the right (angle between [bucket cylinder and link] and [arm
cylinder and arm] is 90°), the maximum excavation force is
obtained from the pushing force of each cylinder.
When excavating, use this angle effectively to optimize your
working efficiency.
The range for excavating with the arm is from a 45° angle away
from the machine to a 30° angle towards the machine.
There may be some differences depending on the excavation
depth, but try to stay within the above range rather than operating
the cylinder to the end of its stroke.

Ditching Work
Ditching work can be performed efficiently by attaching a bucket
which matches the digging operation and then setting the tracks
parallel to the line of the ditch to be excavated.
To excavate a wide ditch, first dig both sides and then finally
remove the center portion.

Loading Work
In places where the swing angle is narrow, work efficiency can be
enhanced by locating the dump truck in a place easily visible to the
operator.
Loading is easier and capacity greater if you begin from the front of
the dump truck body than if loading is done from the side.

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BUCKET REPLACEMENT
WARNING
When pins are knocked in with a hammer, pieces of metal may fly and cause serious injury.
When carrying out this operation, always wear goggles, hard hat, gloves, and other protective equipment.
When the bucket is removed, place it in a stable condition.
If pins are hit with a strong force, there is a hazard that the pin may fly out and injure people in the surrounding area. Make sure
that there is no one in the surrounding area before starting the operation.
When removing the pins, do not stand behind the bucket. In addition, be extremely careful not to put your foot under the bucket
while standing at the side for the work.
When removing or inserting pins, be extremely careful not to get your fingers caught.
Never insert your fingers into the pin holes when aligning the holes.

Stop the machine on a firm and flat surface and do the work. When performing joint work, appoint a lead and follow
that person's instructions and signals.

Replacement
1. Place the bucket in contact with a flat surface.

NOTICE
When removing the bucket, set the bucket cylinder (5) facing down as
shown in the diagram in the right to prevent the front link (4) from jumping
up under the weight of the bucket cylinder (5).

REMARK
When removing the pins, place the bucket so that it is in light
contact with the ground.
If the bucket is lowered strongly to the ground, the resistance will
be increased and it will be difficult to remove the pins.

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2. Remove the stopper at the end of the pin, then pull out pins (A)
and (B) and remove the bucket.

NOTICE
After removing the pins, make sure that mud or sand does not get on them.
Dust seals are fitted at both ends of the bushings, be careful not to damage
them.

3. Align the arm (3) with holes (1) of the replacement bucket and
the link (4) with holes (2) , then insert grease-coated pins (A)
and (B) into hole (1) and hole (2) respectively.

REMARK
Carry out installation in the reverse order to removal.
When installing bucket (6), it is easy to damage the O-ring (7),
so fit O-ring (7) to bucket (6) in the position shown in diagram on
the right. After inserting pin, fit the O-ring correctly in the groove.
Install the stopper bolts and nuts for each pin, then grease the
pin.
Add fresh grease sufficiently until it is pushed out of the edge.
If the dust seal is damaged when replacing the bucket, replace
it with a new one. If the defective dust seal is not replaced, dirt
and sand enter the pin portion and cause abnormal wear to the
pin.

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PARKING MACHINE
WARNING
Avoid stopping suddenly. Give yourself ample room when stopping.
When stopping the machine, select flat hard ground and avoid
dangerous places.
If it is unavoidably necessary to park the machine on a slope, insert
blocks underneath the track shoes. As an additional safety measure,
thrust the bucket into the ground.
If the control lever is touched by accident, the machine may move
suddenly, and this may lead to a serious accident.
Before leaving the operator's compartment, always set the lock lever
securely to LOCK position.

1. Put left and right travel levers (1) in the neutral position.
The machine stops.

2. Turn fuel control dial (2) to lower the engine speed to low idle.

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3. Lower the bucket horizontally until the bottom touches the

ground.

4. Set lock lever (3) in the LOCK position (L).

5. Check the engine cooling water temperature and engine oil

pressure with the machine monitor.
If the coolant temperature gauge is in the red range, allow it
to cool until the indicator enters the black range, then stop
the engine. For details of the inspection and action to take,
see "TROUBLES AND ACTIONS (PAGE 3-157)".
If the engine oil pressure monitor lights up, stop the engine
immediately. For details of the inspection and action to take,
see "TROUBLES AND ACTIONS (PAGE 3-157)".
6. Stop the engine. For details on the procedure for stopping the
engine, see "STOPPING THE ENGINE (PAGE 3-113)".

MACHINE INSPECTION AFTER DAILY WORK

1. Walk around the machine and check the work equipment, machine exterior, and undercarriage, also check for
any leakage of oil or coolant. If any problems are found, repair them.
2. Fill the fuel tank.
3. Check the engine compartment for paper and debris. Clean out any paper and debris to avoid a fire hazard.
4. Remove any mud affixed to the undercarriage.

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LOCKING
Always lock the following places.
(1) Operator's cab door
Always close the window.
(2) Fuel tank filler port cap
(3) Hydraulic tank filler port cap
(4) Battery box cover
(5) Engine room door (2 place)
(6) Air creaner room door
(7) Right side door of the machine
(8) Tool box door
(9) Sub-tank inspection cover
(10) Maintenance floor entrance door
(11) Additional water separator inspection cover

REMARK
Use the starting switch key to lock and unlock these places except
(2).
The fuel tank filler port cap is locked with padlock (A).

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TRANSPORTATION
When transporting the machine, observe all related laws and regulations, and be careful to assure safety.

TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURE
Select the method of transportation to match the weight and dimensions given in "SPECIFICATIONS (PAGE 5-2)".
Note that the weight and dimensions given in SPECIFICATIONS may differ according to the type of shoe or arm,
or other attachments.

PRECAUTIONS FOR TRANSPORTATION

WARNING
This machine must be disassembled for transportation. When transporting the machine, please consult your Komatsu
distributor.

LIFTING MACHINE
WARNING
The operator carrying out the lifting operation using a crane must be a properly qualified crane operator.
Never raise the machine with any worker on it.
Always make sure that the wire rope is of ample strength for the weight of this machine.
When lifting, keep the machine horizontal.
When carrying out lifting operations, set the lock lever to the LOCK position to prevent the machine from moving unexpectedly.
Never enter the area under or around a raised machine.
Never try to lift the machine in any posture other than the posture given in the procedure below or using lifting equipment other
than in the procedure below.
There is a hazard that the machine may lose its balance.

NOTICE
This method of lifting applies to the standard specification machine.
The method of lifting differs according to the attachments and options installed.
For details of the procedure for machines that are not the standard specification, please consult your Komatsu distributor.

For weight, see "SPECIFICATIONS (PAGE 5-2)".

When lifting the machine, carry out the operation on flat ground as follows.

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1. Lifting machine
(lifting upper structure)
Fit wires to boom foot pins (1) and lifting bracket (2) , and lift the
machine.

Lifting load is 26.7 tons (58,874 lb) (fuel: empty, hydraulic

oil: M level).
Diameter of boom foot pin (1): 160 mm (6.3 in)
Diameter of hole at lifting position of lifting bracket (2): 70
mm (2.8 in)
(G): center of gravity
(L): 3,375 mm (11 ft 1 in)

2. The mark for the center of gravity installed to the machine

shows the position of the center of gravity in the condition
shown in the diagram on the right.

(M): Distance between centers (horizontal) measurement

5,100mm (16 ft 9 in)

3. Combination of wire length

The length of the wire is the length from the pin and center of the hole.
When using the following wire, use wire of more than the length given below.
In addition, select a wire length that will bring the lifting position directly above the center of gravity of the
machine.

Unit Combination
(A) mm (ft in) 70,00 (22' 12")
(B) mm (ft in) 80,00 (26' 3")
4. After the machine comes off the ground, check the hook condition and the lifting posture, and then lift slowly.

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SHIPPING MACHINE INFORMATION

WARNING
Load the machine on a level and hard place. Secure a sufficient distance between the road shoulder and the machine.

NOTICE
Stow the antenna away.

After placing the machine on the specified position of the trailer, secure it according to the following procedure.
1. Close all doors, windows, and covers.
Lock the covers, caps, and doors fitted with locks.
2. Set the lock lever securely to the LOCK position (L).

3. Place blocks under both ends of the tracks to prevent the

undercarriage assembly from moving during transportation,
and secure the undercarriage with chains or wires of suitable
strength.
Be particularly careful to secure the undercarriage in position
so that it does not slip to the side.

4. To prevent the machine assembly from moving during

transportation, secure the machine with chains or wire rope of
suitable strength.
Be particularly careful to secure the machine assembly in
position so it does not slip to the side.

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TRANSPORTATION POSTURE
This machine can be divided into seven units for transportation. When transporting, contact your Komatsu
distributor.

Seven Units for Transportation

(A) Upper Structure (E) Counterweight and bucket

(B) Undercarriage (right) (F) Boom
(C) Undercarriage (left) (G) Arm and Boom cylinder and Arm cylinder and
(D) Center frame Outer cover

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Posture for Each Unit

(dimensions in diagram are in mm.)

Upper Structure

Unit PC1250-8R, PC1250SP-8R

Overall widht mm (ft in) 3,490 (11' 5")
26,700 (58,874)
Weight kg (lb)
(fuel: enpty, Hydraulic oil: M level)
Secure the upper structure to the platform with a chain and block.

Undercarriage

Unit PC1250-8R, PC1250SP-8R

Amount 1 (left) 1 (Right)
Weight kg (lb) 15,250 (33,626) 15,250 (33,626)
If there is a warning tag hanging on the work equipment control lever, do not start the engine.

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Center Frame

Unit PC1250-8R, PC1250SP-8R

Weight kg (lb) 9,700 (21,389)

Counterweight

Unit PC1250-8R, PC1250SP-8R

Weight kg (lb) 18,000 (39,690)

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Boom

Unit PC1250-8R PC1250SP-8R

A mm (ft in) 9,475 (31' 1") 8,170 (26' 10")
B mm (ft in) 2,894 (9' 6") 3,095 (10' 2")
Overall widht mm (ft in) 1,474 (4' 10") 1,474 (4' 10")
Weight kg (lb) 11,200 (24,696) 11,100 (24,476)

Arm

Unit PC1250-8R PC1250SP-8R

A mm (ft in) 4,895 (16' 1") 4,914 (16' 1")
B mm (ft in) 1,626 (5' 4") 1,683 (5' 6")
Overall widht mm (ft in) 890 (2'11") 890 (2'11")
Weight kg (lb) 6,200 (13,671) 6,400 (14,112)

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Bucket
(except side cutter, shroud)

Unit PC1250-8R PC1250SP-8R

A mm (ft in) 2,580 (8' 6") 2,527 (8' 3")
B mm (ft in) 2,276 (7' 6") 2,420 (7' 11")
Overall widht mm (ft in) 2,250 (7' 5") 2,520 (8' 3")
Weigh kg (lb) 5,500 (12,128) 6,300 (18,892)

Boom Cylinder

Unit PC1250-8R,PC1250SP-8R
Weight kg (lb) 2,400 (5,292) [1,200 (2,646) 2]

Arm Cylinder

Unit PC1250-8R,PC1250SP-8R
Weight kg (lb) 1,500 (3,308)

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Outer Cover
Radiator duct (same for all models)

Unit PC1250-8R,PC1250SP-8R
Weight kg (lb) 100 (221)

Radiator duct upper cover (same for all models)

Unit PC1250-8R,PC1250SP-8R
Weight kg (lb) 17 (37)

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Catwalk (right) : (same for all models)

Unit PC1250-8R,PC1250SP-8R
Weight kg (lb) 17 (37)

Catwalk (left, front) : (same for all models)

Unit PC1250-8R,PC1250SP-8R
Weight kg (lb) 150 (331)

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Catwalk (left, rear) : (same for all models)

Unit PC1250-8R,PC1250SP-8R
Weight kg (lb) 160 (353)

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OPERATION COLD WEATHER OPERATION

COLD WEATHER OPERATION

COLD WEATHER OPERATION INFORMATION
If the temperature becomes low, it becomes difficult to start the engine, and the coolant may freeze, so do as follows.

Fuel and Lubricants

Change to fuel and oil with low viscosity for all components. For details of the specified visicosity, see
"RECOMMENDED FUEL, COOLANT, AND LUBRICANT (PAGE 4-9)".

Cooling System Coolant

WARNING
Antifreeze is toxic. Be careful not to get it into your eyes or on your skin. If it should get into your eyes or on your skin, wash
it off with large amounts of fresh water and see a doctor at once.
When changing the coolant or when handling coolant containing antifreeze that has been drained when repairing the radiator,
please contact your Komatsu distributor or request a specialist company to carry out the operation. Antifreeze is toxic. Do not
let it flow into drainage ditches or spray it onto the ground surface.
Antifreeze is flammable. Do not bring any flame close. Do not smoke when handling antifreeze.

NOTICE
Please use Komatsu genuine supercoolant (AF-NAC) for the coolant. As a basic rule, we do not recommend the use of any coolant
other than Komatsu genuine supercoolant.

For details of the antifreeze mixture when changing the coolant, see "CLEAN INSIDE OF COOLING SYSTEM
(PAGE 4-20)".

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Battery
WARNING
The battery generates flammable gas. Do not bring fire or sparks near the battery.
Battery electrolyte is dangerous. If it gets in your eyes or on your skin, wash it off with a large amount of water and consult a
doctor.
Battery electrolyte dissolves paint. If it gets on the bodywork, wash it off immediately with water.
If the battery electrolyte is frozen, do not charge the battery or start the engine with a different power source. There is danger
that the battery may explode.
Battery electrolyte is toxic. Do not let it flow into drainage ditches or spray it on to the ground surface.

When the ambient temperature drops, the capacity of the battery will also drop. If the battery charge ratio is low, the
battery electrolyte may freeze. Maintain the battery charge as close as possible to 100%. Insulate it against cold
temperature to ensure the machine can be started easily the next morning.

REMARK
Measure the specific gravity and calculate the charging rate from the following conversion table.

Electrolyte
Temperature 20°C 0°C -10°C -20°C
Charging (68°F) (32°F) (14°F) (-4°F)
Rate (%)
100 1.28 1.29 1.30 1.31
90 1.26 1.27 1.28 1.29
80 1.24 1.25 1.26 1.27
75 1.23 1.24 1.25 1.26
As the battery capacity drastically drops in low temperatures, cover or remove the battery from the machine, store
the battery in a warm place, and install it again the next morning.
If the electrolyte level is low, add distilled water in the morning before beginning work. Do not add water after the
day's work to prevent diluted electrolyte in the battery from freezing during the night.

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Monitor
A feature of the liquid crystal monitor is that the screen becomes dark and is difficult to read in cold weather
(particularly with the starting switch ON).
In this case, adjust the brightness and contrast of the screen.
For details, see "Liquid Crystal Monitor Adjustment Switch (PAGE 3-32)".

If the screen is dark, increase the brightness and contrast (extend the scale in the + E direction) to make the screen
brighter and easier to read.

Brightness

Contrast

Guideline for bar display for brightness and contrast in cold weather

Ambient temperature Brightness Contrast

-10°C (14°F) 7 (max) 5-4
-20°C (-4°F) 7 7-6

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AFTER DAILY WORK COMPLETION

WARNING
Performing idle-running of the tracks is dangerous, stay well away from the tracks.

To prevent mud, water, or the undercarriage from freezing and making it impossible for the machine to move on the
following morning, observe the following precautions.
Remove all the mud and water from the machine body. In particular, wipe the hydraulic cylinder rods clean to
prevent damage to the seal caused by mud, dirt, or drops of water on the rod from getting inside the seal.
Park the machine on hard, dry ground.
If this is impossible, park the machine on boards.
The boards prevent the tracks from freezing to the ground, and allow the machine to be moved the next morning.
Open the drain valve and drain any water collected in the fuel system to prevent it from freezing.
Fill the fuel tank to capacity. This minimizes moisture condensation in the tank when the temperature drops.
After operation in water or mud, remove water from undercarriage as described below to extend undercarriage
service life.
1. Swing 90° with engine at low idle and bring the work equipment
to the side of the track.
2. Jack up the machine until the track is raised slightly from the
ground. Rotate the track under no load. Repeat this procedure
on both the left and right sides.

AFTER COLD WEATHER SEASON

When the season changes and the weather becomes warmer, do as follows.
Replace the fuel and oil for all parts with oil of the viscosity specified.
For details, see "RECOMMENDED FUEL, COOLANT, AND LUBRICANT (PAGE 4-9)".

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OPERATION LONG TERM STORAGE

LONG TERM STORAGE

BEFORE STORAGE

NOTICE
To protect the hydraulic cylinder piston rod while in storage, keep the work
equipment in the posture shown at right.
(This prevents rust from developing on the piston rod)

When putting the machine in storage for a long time (more than one month), do as follows.
Clean and wash all parts, then store the machine indoors. If the machine has to be stored outdoors, select level
ground and cover the machine with canvas.
Completely fill the fuel tank. This prevents moisture from collecting.
Lubricate and change the oil before storage.
Coat the exposed portion of the hydraulic cylinder piston rod with grease.
Disconnect the negative terminals of the battery and cover it or remove it from the machine and store it separately.
Lock each control lever and pedal with the lock lever and pedal lock.
To prevent rust, fill with Komatsu genuine supercoolant (AF-NAC) to give a density of at least 30% for the engine
coolant.

DURING STORAGE
WARNING
If it is necessary to perform the rust-prevention operation while the machine is indoors, open the doors and windows to improve
ventilation and prevent gas poisoning.

During storage, operate and move the machine for a short distance once a month so that a new film of oil will coat
moving parts. At the same time, also charge the battery.
When operating the work equipment, wipe off all the grease from the hydraulic cylinder rods.
If the machine is equipped with an air conditioner, operate the air conditioner for 3 to 5 minutes once a month to
lubricate all parts of the air conditioner compressor. Always run the engine at low idle when doing this. In addition,
check the refrigerant level twice a year.

AFTER STORAGE

NOTICE
If the machine has been stored without carrying out the monthly rust-prevention operation, consult your Komatsu distributor
before using it.

When using the machine after long-term storage, do as follows before using it.
Wipe off the grease from the hydraulic cylinder rods.
Add oil and grease at all lubrication points.
When the machine is stored for a long period, moisture in the air will mix with the oil. Check the oil before and after
starting the engine. If there is water in the oil, change all the oil.

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LONG TERM STORAGE OPERATION

STARTING MACHINE AFTER LONG-TERM STORAGE

When starting the engine after long-term storage, carry out the warming-up operation thoroughly. For details, see
"Engine Warm Up (PAGE 3-104)".

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TROUBLES AND ACTIONS

RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
When starting the engine again after running out of fuel, fill with fuel, then bleed the air from the fuel system before
starting the engine.
For details of the method of bleeding the air, see "BLEEDING AIR FROM FUEL CIRCUIT (PAGE 4-43)".

PHENOMENA THAT ARE NOT FAILURES

Note that the following phenomena are not failures:
When the arm control lever is operated to the IN position and the
work equipment is lowered under no load from a high position,
the arm speed will drop momentarily when the arm is more or
less at the vertical position.

When the bucket control lever is operated to the CURL position

and the work equipment is lowered under no load from a high
position, the bucket speed will drop momentarily when the
bucket teeth are more or less at the horizontal position.
The bucket or arm will fluctuate by itself during heavy-duty
digging operations.

When starting or stopping the swing, noise will be emitted from the brake valve.
When going down a steep slope at low speed, a noise will be emitted from the travel motor brake valve.

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TOWING THE MACHINE

WARNING
Serious injury or death could result if a disabled machine is towed
incorrectly or if there is a mistake in the selection or inspection of the wire
rope.
Always check that the wire rope used for towing has ample strength for
the weight of the machine being towed.
Never use a wire rope which has cut strands (A), reduced diameter (B),
or kinks (C). There is danger that the rope may break during the towing
operation.
Always wear leather gloves when handling wire rope.
Never tow a machine on a slope.
During the towing operation, never stand between the towing machine
and the machine being towed.
Operate the machine slowly and be careful not to apply any sudden load
to the wire rope.

NOTICE
The maximum towing capacity for this machine is 686,000N (70,000 kg).
Always carry out towing operations within the maximum towing capacity.

If the machine sinks in mud and cannot get out under its own
power, or if the drawbar pull of the excavator is being used to tow
a heavy object, use a wire rope as shown in the diagram on the
right.
Place pieces of wood between wire ropes and body to prevent
damage to ropes and body.
Hold the wire rope level and direct it straight to the track frame.
When towing a machine, travel at a speed of less than 1 km/h for
a distance of only a few meters to a place that is suitable for
carrying out repairs.
This is for use only in emergencies.

SEVERE JOB CONDITION

When carrying out digging operations in water, if the work equipment mounting pin goes into the water, carry out
greasing every time the operation is carried out.
For heavy-duty operations and deep digging, carry out greasing of the work equipment mounting pins every time
before operation.
After greasing, operate the boom, arm and bucket several times, then grease again.

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DISCHARGED BATTERY
WARNING
It is dangerous to charge a battery when mounted on a machine. Make
sure that it is dismounted before charging.
When checking or handling the battery, stop the engine and turn the
starting switch key to the OFF position.
The battery generates hydrogen gas, so there is a hazard of explosion.
Do not bring lighted cigarettes near the battery, or do anything that will
cause sparks.
Battery electrolyte is dilute sulfuric acid, and it will attack your clothes
and skin. If it gets on your clothes or on your skin, immediately wash it
off with a large amount of water. If it gets in your eyes, wash it out with
fresh water and consult a doctor.
When handling batteries, always wear safety glasses and rubber
gloves.
When removing the battery, first disconnect the cable from the ground
(normally the negative (-) terminal). When installing, install the positive
(+) terminal first.
If a tool touches the positive terminal and the chassis, there is danger
that it will cause a spark, so be extremely careful.
If the terminals are loose, there is danger that the defective contact may
generate sparks that will cause an explosion.
When removing or installing the terminals, check which is the positive
(+) terminal and which is the negative (-) terminal.

Battery Removal and Installation

Before removing the battery, remove the ground cable (normally connected to the negative (-) terminal).
If any tool touches between the positive terminal and the chassis, there is a hazard of sparks being generated.
When installing the battery, connect the ground cable last.
When replacing the battery, fix the battery securely in position with the battery mounting clamp.
Tightening torque of mounting bolt: 9.8 to 19.6 Nm (1.0 to 2.0 kgm, 7.2 to 14.5 lbft)

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Battery Charges
When charging the battery, if the battery is not handled correctly,
there is a hazard that the battery may explode. Always follow the
instructions of "DISCHARGED BATTERY (PAGE 3-159)" and the
instruction manual accompanying the charger, and do as follows.

Set the voltage of the charger to match the voltage of the battery
to be charged. If the correct voltage is not selected, the charger
may overheat and cause an explosion.
Connect the positive (+) charger clip of the charger to the
positive (+) terminal of the battery, then connect the negative (-)
charger clip of the charger to the negative (-) terminal of the
battery. Be sure to attach the clips securely.
Set the charging current to 1/10 of the value of the rated battery capacity; when carrying out rapid charging, set
it to less than the rated battery capacity.
If the charger current is too high, the electrolyte will leak or dry up, and this may cause the battery to catch fire and
explode.
If the battery electrolyte is frozen, do not charge the battery or start the engine with a different power source.
There is a danger that this will ignite the battery electrolyte and cause the battery to explode.
Do not use or charge the battery if the battery electrolyte level is below the LOWER LEVEL line. This may cause
an explosion. Check the battery electrolyte level periodically and add distilled water to bring the electrolyte level
to the UPPER LEVEL line.

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Starting Engine with Booster Cables

When starting the engine with a booster cable, do as follows.

Connecting and Disconnecting Booster Cables

WARNING
When connecting the cables, never contact the positive (+) and negative
(-) terminals.
When starting the engine with a booster cable, always wear safety
glasses.
Be careful not to let the normal machine and problem machine contact
each other. This prevents sparks from generating near the battery which
could ignite the hydrogen gas given off by the battery. If hydrogen gas
explodes, it could cause serious injury.
Be careful not to make a mistake when connecting a booster cable. In
the last connection (to the upper structure frame), a spark will be
caused, connect the cable to a spot as far away from the battery as
possible. (Avoid the work equipment, however, because it is not a good
conductor)
When removing the booster cable, exercise good care so that the
booster cable clips may not contact each other, or they contact the
chassis.

NOTICE
The starting system for this machine uses 24V. For the normal machine, also use a 24V battery.
The size of the booster cable and clip should be suitable for the battry size.
The battery of the normal machine must be the same capacity as that of the engine to be started.
Check the cables and clips for damage or corrosion.
Make sure that the cables and clips are firmly connected.
Check that the lock levers and parking brake levers of both machine are in the LOCK position.
Check that each lever is in the NEUTRAL position.

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Booster Cable Connection

Keep the starting switch of the normal machine and problem machine in the OFF position.
Connect the booster cable as follows, in the order of the numbers marked in the diagram.
1. Connect the clip of booster cable (A) to the positive (+) terminal
of battery (C) on the problem machine.
2. Connect the clip at the other end of booster cable (A) to the
positive (+) terminal of battery (D) on the normal machine.
3. Connect the clip of booster cable (B) to the negative (-) terminal
of battery (D) on the normal machine.
4. Connect the other clip of booster cable (B) to the revolving
frame (E) of the problem machine.

Starting the Engine

WARNING
Always check that the lock lever is set to the LOCK position, regardless of whether the machine is working normally or has failed.
Check also that all the control levers are in the neutral position.

1. Make sure the clips are firmly connected to the battery terminals.
2. Start engine of the normal machine and run it at high idle speed.
3. Turn the starting switch of the problem machine to the START position and start the engine.
If the engine doesn't start at first, try again after 2 minutes or so.

Booster Cable Disconnection

After the engine has started, disconnect the booster cables in the reverse of the order in which they were connected.
1. Remove one clip of booster cable (B) from the revolving frame
(E) of the problem machine.
2. Remove the clip of booster cable (B) from the negative (-)
terminal of battery (D) on the normal machine.
3. Remove the clip of booster cable (A) from the positive (+)
terminal of battery (D) on the normal machine.
4. Remove the clip of booster cable (A) from the positive (+)
terminal of battery (C) on the problem machine.

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OTHER TROUBLE

Electrical System
( ): Always contact your Komatsu distributor when dealing with these items.
In cases of problems or causes which are not listed below, contact your Komatsu distributor for repairs.

Problem Main causes Remedy

Lamp does not glow brightly even Defective wiring, deterioration of ( Check, repair loose terminals,
when the engine runs at high speed battery disconnections, replace battery)
Lamp flickers while engine is Loose alternator drive belt Replace alternator drive belt,
running Check tension pulley
Charge level monitor does not go Defective alternator ( Replace)
out even when engine is running Defectivr wiring ( Check, repair)
Abnormal noise is generated from Defective alternator ( Replace)
alternator
Starting motor does not turn when Defective wiring ( Check, repair)
starting switch is turned to ON Defective starting motor ( Replace)
Insufficient battery charge Charge
Pinion of starting motor keeps Insufficient battery charge Charge
going and out Defective safety relay ( Replace)
Starting motor turns engine Insufficient battery charge Charge
sluggishly Defective starting motor ( Replace)
Starting motor disengages before Defective wiring, defective ring ( Check, repair)
engine starts gear pinion
Insufficient battery charge Charge
Engine pre-heating monitor does Defective wiring ( Check, repair)
not light Defective heater relay ( Replace)
Defective monitor ( Replace)
Oil pressure monitor does not light Defective monitor ( Replace)
up when engine is stopped Defective caution lamp switch ( Replace)
(starting switch at ON position)
Outside of electrical heater is not Defective wiring ( Check, repair)
warm when touched by hand Disconnection in electric heater ( Replace)
Defective operation of heater ( Replace)
relay switch

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Chassis
( ): Always contact your Komatsu distributor when dealing with these items.
In cases of problems or causes which are not listed below, contact your Komatsu distributor for repairs.

Problem Main causes Remedy

Speed of travel, swing, boom, arm, Lack of hydraulic oil Add oil to specified level, see
bucket is slow CHECK BEFORE STARTING
Pump generates abnormal noise Clogged element in hydraulic Clean, see EVERY 2000
(sucking in air) tank strainer, lack of oil HOURS SERVICE
Excessive rise in hydraulic oil Dirty oil cooler Clean, see EVERY 500 HOURS
temperature SERVICE
Lack of hydraulic oil Add oil to specified level, see
CHECK BEFORE STARTING
Track comes off Track too loose Adjust track tension, see WHEN
Abnormal wear of sprocket REQUIRED
Boom rises slowly, does not rise Lack of hydraulic oil Add oil to specified level,
CHECK BEFORE STARTING
Does not swing Swing lock switch still applied Turn swing lock switch OFF

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Engine
( ): Always contact your Komatsu distributor when dealing with these items.
In cases of problems or causes which are not listed below, contact your Komatsu distributor for repairs.

Problem Main causes Remedy

Engine oil pressure monitor lights Engine oil pan oil level is low Add oil to specified level, see
up (sucking in air) CHECK BEFORE STARTING
Clogged oil filter cartridge Replace cartridge, see EVERY
500 HOURS SERVICE
Defective tightening of oil pipe, ( Check, repair)
pipe joint, oil leakage from
damaged point
Defective engine oil pressure ( Replace sensor)
sensor
Defective monitor ( Replace monitor)
Steam spurts out from top of Coolant level low, leakage of Check, add coolant, repair, see
radiator (pressure valve) water CHECK BEFORE STARTING
Dirt or scale accumulated in Change coolant, flush inside of
cooling system cooling system, see WHEN
REQUIRED
Clogged radiator fins or Clean or repair, see EVERY 500
Radiator coolant level monitor damaged fins HOURS SERVICE
lights up Defective thermostat ( Replace thermostat)
Loose radiator filler cap Tighten cap or replace packing
(high-altitude operations)
Defective water level sensor ( Replace sensor)
Defective monitor ( Replace monitor)
Engine does not start when starting Lack of fuel Add fuel, see CHECK BEFORE
motor is turned STARTING
Air in fuel system Repair place where air is sucked
in, see EVERY 500 HOURS
SERVICE
Defective fuel injection pump or ( Replace pump or nozzle)
defective nozzle
Starting motor cranks engine See ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
sluggishly
Engine pre-heating monitor does See ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
not light up
Defective compression ( Adjust valve clearance)
(efective valve clearance)
Exhaust gas is white or blue Too much oil in oil pan Set oil to specified level, see
CHECK BEFORE STARTING
Improper fuel Change to specified fuel
Exhaust gas occasionally turns Clogged air cleaner element Clean or replace, see WHEN
black REQUIRED
Defective nozzle ( Replace nozzle)
Defective compression ( See defective compression
above)
Defective turbocharger ( Clean or replace turbocharger)
Combustion noise occasionally Defective nozzle ( Replace nozzle)
make breathing sound
Abnormal noise generated Low-grade fuel being used Change to specified fuel
(combustion or mechanical) Overheating Refer to "Radiator coolant level
monitor lights up" as above
Damage inside muffler ( Replace muffler)
Excessive valve clearance ( Adjust valve clearance)

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Electronic Control System

If an error code appears on the machine monitor display (normally displays TIME), follow the countermeasure table
as shown below in the self-diagnosis.

Machine Monitoring System

Monitor
Error mode Remedy
display
When emergency pump drive switch is up, normal
E02 Error in pump control system operations become normal, but carry out inspection
immediately. (*)
Turn the swing holding brake release switch is up to release
the brake. When applying the swing brake, operate it
E03 Error in swing brake system manually with the swing lock switch. Depending on the
cause of the problem, it may not be possible to release it. In
any case, have it inspected immediately. (*)
Error in fuel line and swing sensor
E10 Have inspection carried out immediately.
system (engine stop)
Error in engine controller system Move machine to a safe posture, and carry out inspection
E11
(engine protection, output down) immediately.
Move machine to a safe posture, and carry out inspection
E14 Error in throttle system
immediately.
Error in sensor and engine controller It is possible to carry out normal driving operations, but have
E15
power source inspection carried out immediately.
Move machine to a safe posture, and carry out inspection
E0E Network error
immediately.
In the case where the monitor will not display
error codes and work equipment operation and Have inspection carried out immediately.
swing operation cannot be carried out.

(*): For details of handling the emergency pump drive switch and swing brake cancel switch, see "Emergency Pump
Drive Switch (PAGE 3-38)" and "Swing Parking Brake Release Switch (PAGE 3-38)".

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Point of Contact to Telephone when Error Occurs

If an error screen is displayed on the monitor, the screen changes
as follows each time input confirmation switch (1) is pressed.
Error screen -> screen A -> screen B -> screen C -> error screen
Check the point of contact telephone number on screen B.

REMARK
If the point of contact telephone number has not been registered,
screen B is not displayed.
If it is necessary to register the point of contact telephone number,
ask your Komatsu distributor to register it.

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MAINTENANCE INFORMATION MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Do not perform any inspection and maintenance operation that is not found in this manual.

Service Meter Reading

Check the service meter reading every day to see if the time has come for any necessary maintenance to be
performed.

Komatsu Genuine Replacement Parts

Use Komatsu genuine parts specified in the Parts Book as replacement parts.

Komatsu Genuine Lubricants

Use Komatsu genuine oils and grease. Choose oils and grease with proper viscosities specified for ambient
temperature.

Windshield Washer Fluid

Use automobile window washer fluid, and be careful not to let any dirt get into it.

Fresh and Clean Lubricants

Use clean oil and grease. Also, keep the containers of the oil and grease clean. Keep foreign materials away from
oil and grease.

Check Drained Oil and Used Filter

After oil is changed or filters are replaced, check the old oil and filters for metal particles and foreign materials. If large
quantity of metal particles or foreign materials are found, always report to the person in charge, and carry out
suitable action.

Fuel Strainer
If your machine is equipped with a fuel strainer, do not remove it while fueling.

Welding Instructions
Cut off power. Wait for approx. one minute after turning off the engine starting switch key, and then disconnect
the negative (-) terminal of the battery.
Do not apply more than 200 V continuously.
Connect grounding cable within 1 m (3.3 ft) of the area to be welded. If grounding cable is connected near
instruments, connectors, etc., the instruments may malfunction.
If a seal or bearing happens to come between the part being welded and grounding point, change the grounding
point to avoid such parts.
Do not use the area around the work equipment pins or the hydraulic cylinders as the grounding point.

Do not Drop Things Inside Machine

When opening inspection windows or the oil filler port of the tank to carry out inspection, be careful not to drop
nuts, bolts, or tools inside the machine.
If such things are dropped inside the machine, it may cause damage and/or malfunction of the machine, and will
lead to failure. If you drop anything inside the machine, always remove it immediately.
Do not put unnecessary things in your pockets. Carry only things which are necessary for inspection.

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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

Dusty Jobsite
When working at dusty worksites, do as follows:
Clean the radiator fins and other parts of the heat exchange equipment more frequently, and take care not to let
the fins become clogged.
Replace the fuel filter more frequently.
Clean electrical components, especially the starting motor and alternator, to avoid accumulation of dust.
When checking and replacing the oil or filters, move the machine to a place where there is no dust and take care
to prevent dust from entering the system.

Avoid Mixing Lubricants

If a different brand or grade of oil has to be added, drain the old oil and replace all the oil with the new brand or grade
of oil. Never mix different brand or grade of oil.

Locking the Inspection Covers

Lock inspection cover securely into position with the lock bar. If inspection or maintenance is performed with
inspection cover not locked in position, there is a danger that it may be suddenly blow shut by the wind and cause
injury to the worker.

Hydraulic System - Air Bleeding

When hydraulic equipment has been repaired or replaced, or the hydraulic piping has been removed and installed
again, the air must be bled from the circuit. For details, see "BLEEDING AIR FROM HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (PAGE
4-37)".

Hydraulic Hose Installation

When removing parts at locations where there are O-rings or gasket seals, clean the mounting surface, and
replace with new parts.
When doing this, be careful not to forget to assemble the O-rings and gaskets.
When installing the hoses, do not twist them or bend them sharply. If they are installed so, their service life will
be shortened extremely and they may be damaged.

Checks After Inspection and Maintenance Works

If you forget to perform the checks after inspection and maintenance, unexpected problems may occur, and this may
lead to serious injury or property damage. Always do the following:
Checks after operation (with engine stopped)
Have any inspection and maintenance points been forgotten?
Have all inspection and maintenance items been performed correctly?
Have any tools or parts been dropped inside the machine? It is particularly dangerous if parts are dropped
inside the machine and get caught in the lever linkage mechanism.
Are there any leakage of coolant or oil? Have all nuts and bolts been tightened?
Checks when operating engine
For details of the checks when operating the engine, see "TWO WORKERS FOR MAINTENANCE WHEN
ENGINE IS RUNNING (PAGE 2-37)" and pay careful attention to safety.
Are the inspection and maintenance items working properly?
Is there any leakage of fuel or oil when the engine speed is raised?

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OUTLINE OF SERVICE MAINTENANCE

OUTLINE OF SERVICE
Always use Komatsu genuine parts replacement parts, grease or oil.
When changing the oil or adding oil, do not mix different types of oil. When changing the type of oil, drain all the
old oil and fill completely with the new oil. Always replace the filter at the same time. (There is no problem if the
small amount of oil remaining in the piping mixes with the new oil.)
Unless otherwise specified, when the machine is shipped from the factory, it is filled with the oil and coolant listed
in the table below.

Item Type
Engine oil pan Engine oil EO15W40DH (Komatsu genuine parts)
PTO case
Swing machinery case Powertrain oil TO30 (Komatsu genuine parts)
Final drive case
Hydraulic oil system Powertrain oil TO10 (Komatsu genuine parts)
Radiator Supercoolant AF-NAC (density: 30% or above) (Komatsu genuine parts)

HANDLING OIL, FUEL, COOLANT, AND PERFORMING OIL CLINIC

OIL
Oil is used in the engine and hydraulic equipment under extremely severe conditions (high temperature, high
pressure), and deteriorates with use.
Always use oil that matches the grade and maximum and minimum ambient temperatures recommended in the
Operation and Maintenance Manual. Even if the oil is not dirty, always change the oil at the specified interval.
Oil corresponds to blood in the human body, always be careful when handling it to prevent any impurities (water,
metal particles, dirt, etc.) from getting in.
The majority of problems with the machine are caused by the entry of such impurities.
Take particular care not to let any impurities get in when storing or adding oil.
Never mix oils of different grades or brands.
Always add the specified amount of oil.
Having too much oil or too little oil are both causes of problems.
If the oil in the work equipment is not clear, there is probably water or air getting into the circuit. In such cases,
please contact your Komatsu distributor.
When changing the oil, always replace the related filters at the same time.
We recommend you have an analysis made of the oil periodically to check the condition of the machine. For
those who wish to use this service, please contact your Komatsu distributor.
When using commercially available oil, it may be necessary to reduce the oil change interval.
We recommend that you use the Komatsu oil clinic to carry out a detailed checks of the characteristics of the oil.

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MAINTENANCE OUTLINE OF SERVICE

FUEL
To prevent the moisture in the air from condensing and forming water inside the fuel tank, always fill the fuel tank
after completing the day's work.
The fuel pump is a precision instrument, and if fuel containing water or dirt is used, it cannot work properly.
Be extremely careful not to let impurities get in when storing or adding fuel.
Always use the fuel specified for the temperature in the Operation and Maintenance Manual.
If the fuel is used at temperatures lower than the specified temperature (particularly at temperatures below -15
°C (5°F), the fuel will solidify.
If the fuel is used at temperatures higher than the specified temperature, the viscosity will drop, and this may
result in problems such as a drop in output.
Before starting the engine, or when 10 minutes have passed after adding fuel, drain the sediment and water from
the fuel tank.
If the engine runs out of fuel, or if the filters have been replaced, it is necessary to bleed the air from the circuit.
If there is any foreign material in the fuel tank, wash the tank and fuel system.

NOTICE
Always use diesel oil for the fuel.
To ensure good fuel consumption characteristics and exhaust gas characteristics, the engine mounted on this machine uses an
electronically controlled high-pressure fuel injection device. This device requires high precision parts and lubrication, so if low
viscosity fuel with low lubricating ability is used, the durability may drop markedly.

COOLANT AND WATER FOR DILUTION

The coolant has the important function of preventing corrosion as well as preventing freezing.
Even in the areas where freezing is not an issue, the use of antifreeze coolant is essential.
Komatsu machines are supplied with Komatsu Supercoolant (AF-NAC). Komatsu Supercoolant (AF-NAC) has
excellent anticorrosion, antifreeze and cooling properties and can be used continuously for 2 years or 4000 hours.
As a basic rule, we do not recommend the use of any coolant other than Komatsu genuine supercoolant
(AF-NAC). If you use another coolant, it may cause serious problems such as corrosion of the engine and parts
of the cooling system that use light metals such as aluminum.
When using Komatsu Supercoolant (AF-NAC), there is no need to use a corrosion resistor. For details, see
"CLEAN INSIDE OF COOLING SYSTEM (PAGE 4-20)".
When diluting the antifreeze coolant, use distilled water or tap water (soft water).
Natural water, such as a river water or well water (hard water), contains large amounts of minerals (calcium,
magnesium, etc.), and this makes it easier for scale to form inside the engine or radiator. Once scale is deposited
inside the engine or radiator, it is extremely difficult to remove. It also causes overheating due to poor heat
exchange, so when you dilute the coolant, we recommend that you use water with an overall hardness of less
than 100 PPM.
When using antifreeze, always observe the precautions given in the Operation and Maintenance Manual.
Antifreeze coolant is flammable, so be sure to keep it away from flame.
The ratio of Supercoolant (AF-NAC) to water differs according to the ambient temperature.
For details of the ratio when mixing, see "CLEAN INSIDE OF COOLING SYSTEM (PAGE 4-20)".
Even in areas where it is not necessary to prevent freezing, use Supercoolant (AF-NAC) at a mixing ratio of at
least 30% to prevent corrosion of the cooling system.
Supercoolant (AF-NAC) may be supplied in premix. In this case, never add diluting water.
If the engine overheats, wait for the engine to cool before adding coolant.
If the coolant level is low, it will cause overheating, and will also cause problems with corrosion due to air entering
the coolant.

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OUTLINE OF SERVICE MAINTENANCE

GREASE
Grease is used to prevent seizure and noises at the joints.
This construction equipment is used under heavy-duty conditions. Always use the recommended grease and
follow the change intervals and recommended ambient temperatures given in this Operation and Maintenance
Manual.
Grease fittings not included in the maintenance section are grease fittings for overhaul, so they do not need
grease.
If any part becomes stiff after being used for long time, add grease.
Always wipe off all of the old grease that is pushed out when greasing.
Be particularly careful to wipe off the old grease in places where sand or dirt sticking in the grease would cause
wear of the rotating parts.

CARRYING OUT KOWA (Komatsu Oil Wear Analysis)

KOWA is a maintenance service that makes it possible to prevent machine failures and downtime. With KOWA, the
oil is periodically sampled and analyzed. This enables early detection of wear of the machine drive parts and other
problems.
We strongly recommend you to use this service. The oil analysis is carried out at actual cost, so the cost is low, and
the results of the analysis are reported together with recommendations which will reduce repair costs and machine
downtime.

KOWA ANALYSIS ITEMS

Measurement of density of metal wear particles
This uses an ICP (Inductively Coupled Plasma) analyzer to
measure the density of iron, copper, and other metal wear
particles in the oil.

Measurement of quantity of particles

This uses a PQI (Particle Quantifier Index) measurer to
measure the quantity of iron particles of 5µm or more, enabling
early detection of failures.

Others
Measurements are made of items such as the ratio of water in the oil, density of the antifreeze coolant, ratio of
fuel in the oil, and dynamic viscosity, enabling a highly precise diagnosis of the machine's health.

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MAINTENANCE OUTLINE OF SERVICE

OIL SAMPLING
Sampling interval
250 hours: Engine
500 hours: Other components

Precautions when sampling

Make sure that the oil is well mixed before sampling.
Perform sampling at regular fixed intervals.
Do not perform sampling on rainy or windy days when water or dust can get into the oil.

For further details of KOWA, please contact your Komatsu distributor.

STORING OIL AND FUEL

Keep indoors to prevent any water, dirt, or other impurities from getting in.
When keeping drum cans for a long period, put the drum on its side so that the filler port of the drums is at the side
to prevent moisture from being sucked in.
If drums have to be stored outside, cover them with a waterproof sheet or take other measures to protect them.
To prevent any change in quality during long-term storage, be sure to use in the order of first in - first out (use the
oldest oil or fuel first).

FILTERS
Filters are extremely important safety parts. They prevent impurities in the fuel and air circuits from entering
important equipment and causing problems.
Replace all filters periodically. For details, see the Operation and Maintenance Manual.
However, when working in severe conditions, replace the filters at shorter intervals according to the oil and fuel
(sulfur content) being used.
Never try to clean the filters (cartridge type) and use them again. Always replace with new filters.
When replacing oil filters, check if any metal particles are attached to the old filter. If any metal particles are found,
contact your Komatsu distributor.
Do not open packs of spare filters until just before they are to be used.
Use of Komatsu genuine filter elements is strongly recommended.

ELECTRIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

It is extremely dangerous if the electrical equipment becomes wet or the covering of the wiring is damaged. This
will cause an electrical short circuit and may lead to malfunction of the machine. Do not wash the inside of the
operator's cab with water. When washing the machine, be careful not to let water get into the electrical
components.
Service relating to the electric system is checking fan belt tension, checking damage or wear to the fan belt and
checking battery fluid level.
Never install any electric components other than those specified by Komatsu.
External electro-magnetic interference may cause malfunction of the control system controller, before installing
a radio receiver or other wireless equipment, contact your Komatsu distributor.
When working at the seashore, carefully clean the electric system to prevent corrosion.
When installing electrical equipment, connect it to the special power source connector.
Do not connect the optional power source to the fuse, starting switch, or battery relay.

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WEAR PARTS MAINTENANCE

WEAR PARTS
Replace wear parts such as the filter element or air cleaner element at the time of periodic maintenance or before
they reach the wear limit. The wear parts should be replaced correctly in order to ensure more economic use of the
machine. When replacing parts, always use Komatsu genuine parts.
As a result of our continuous efforts to improve product quality, the part number may change, so inform your
Komatsu distributor of the machine serial number and check for the latest part number when ordering parts.

WEAR PARTS LIST

The parts in parentheses are to be replaced at the same time.

Item Part No. Part Name Q'ty Change interval

Fuel pre-filter(*) 600-319-4540 Cartridge 2
Fuel main filter(*) 600-319-3550 Cartridge 2
Pilot filter 424-16-11140 Cartridge 1 Every 500 hours
Drain filter 21N-60-12210 Cartridge 1
Engine oil filter 600-211-1340 Cartridge 3
209-60-77531 Element 2
Hydraulic oil filter
(07000-15180) (O-ring) (2)
421-60-35170 Element 1
Hydraulic tank breather
20Y-60-21470 Element 1 Every 1000 hours
Fuel tank breather 421-60-35170 Element 1
Corrosion resistor
600-411-1171 Cartridge 1
(if equipped)
Air cleaner 600-185-6100 Element assembly 1
21N-62-31221 Element 3
(07000-12055) (O-ring) (3)
Line filter
(07000-12070) (O-ring) (3)
(07001-02070) (Backup ring) (3)
600-311-9350 Casing 2
Additional water separator (600-311-9360) (O-ring) (2)
600-311-9370 Screen 2
21N-70-37721 Tooth (XS type) 5 -
(21N-70-37731) (Pin) (5)
427-70-13611 Side shroud 4
21N-939-3330 Pin 8
(209-939-7110) (Shim) (16)
Bucket
(209-939-7120) (Shim) (8)
21N-70-14180 Side cutter (left) 1
21N-70-14190 Side cutter (right) 1
21N-09-11121 (Bolt) (12)
21N-09-11131 (Nut) (12)

*: If the fuel filter gets clogged before its periodic replacement time is arrived at, replace both the fuel pre-filter and
fuel main filter together.

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MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED FUEL, COOLANT, AND LUBRICANT

RECOMMENDED FUEL, COOLANT, AND LUBRICANT

Komatsu genuine oils are adjusted to maintain the reliability and durability of Komatsu construction equipment
and components.
In order to keep your machine in the best conditioner for long periods of time, it is essential to follow the
instructions in this Operation and Maintenance Manual.
Failure to follow these recommendations may result in shortened life or excess wear of the engine, power train,
cooling system, and/or other components.
Commercially available lubricant additives may be good for the machine, but they may also cause harm.
Komatsu does not recommend any commercially available lubricant additive.
Use the oil recommended according to the ambient temperature in the chart below.
Specified capacity means the total amount of oil including the oil in the tank and the piping. Refill capacity means
the amount of oil needed to refill the system during inspection and maintenance.
When starting the engine in temperatures below 0°C (32°F), be sure to use the recommended multi-grade oil,
even if the ambient temperature may become higher during the course of the day.
If the machine is operated at a temperature below -20°C (-4°F), a separate device is needed, so consult your
Komatsu distributor.
When the fuel sulfur content is less than 0.5%, change the engine oil according to the period inspection table
given in this Operation and Maintenance Manual.
If the fuel sulfur content is more than 0.5%, change the oil according to the following table.

Sulfur content (%) Oil change interval

Less than 0.5 500 hours

0.5 - 1.0 250 hours
1.0 and up Not recommendable (*)
* If these fuels are used, there is danger that serious trouble may occur because of early deterioration of the engine
oil or early wear of the internal parts of the engine. If the local situation makes it necessary to use these fuels,
always remember the following.
1) Be sure to check Total Basic Number (TBN) of oil frequently by TBN handy checker etc., and change oil
based on the result.
2) Always be aware that oil change interval is extremely shorter than standard.
3) Be sure to carry out periodic engine inspection by distributor's expert since change interval of periodic
replacement parts and overhaul interval are also shorter.

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RECOMMENDED FUEL, COOLANT, AND LUBRICANT MAINTENANCE

ASTM: American Society of Testing and Material

Swing
Final drive
Engine PTO machinery Hydraulic Cooling
case Fuel tank
Oil pan case case oil system system
(Each)
(Each)
Specified Liter 97 13.5 24.3 22 1180 142 1360
capacity US gal 25.63 3.57 6.42 5.81 311.76 37.52 359.31
Refill Liter 86 13.5 24.3 21 670 142 -
capacity US gal 22.72 3.57 6.42 5.55 177.01 37.52 -

NOTICE
Always use diesel oil for the fuel.
To ensure good fuel consumption characteristics and exhaust gas characteristics, the engine mounted on this machine uses an
electronically controlled high-pressure fuel injection device. This device requires high precision parts and lubrication, so if low
viscosity fuel with low lubricating ability is used, the durability may drop markedly.

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MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED FUEL, COOLANT, AND LUBRICANT

Note 1: HTHS ( High-Temperature High-Shear Viscosity 150°C), specified by ASTM D4741 must be equal to or
higher than 3.5 mPa-S. Komatsu EOS0W30 and EOS5W40 are the most suitable oils.

Note 2: Powertrain oil has different properties from engine oil. Be sure to use the recommended oils.

Note 3: If the machine is equipped with an auto-greasing system, see "AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM (PAGE 6-6)".

Note 4: Hyper grease (G2-T, G2-TE) has a high performance.

When it is necessary to improve the lubricating ability of the grease in order to prevent squeaking of pins and
bushings, the use of G2-T or G2-TE is recommended.

Note. 5: Supercoolant (AF-NAC)

1) Coolant has the important function of anticorrosion as well as antifreeze.
Even in the areas where freezing is not an issue, the use of antifreeze coolant is essential.
Komatsu machines are supplied with Komatsu Supercoolant AF-NAC. Komatsu Supercoolant AF-NAC has
excellent anticorrosion, antifreeze and cooling properties and can be used continuously for 2 years or 4000 hours.
Komatsu Supercoolant AF-NAC is strongly recommended wherever available.
2) For details of the ratio when diluting super coolant with water, see "CLEAN INSIDE OF COOLING SYSTEM
(PAGE 4-20)".
Supercoolant AF-NAC may be supplied in premix . In this case, always top off with premix solution. ( never dilute
with water)
3) To maintain the anticorrosion properties of Supercoolant AF-NAC, always keep the density of Supercoolant
between 30% and 68%.

RECOMMENDED BRANDS, RECOMMENDED QUALITY FOR PRODUCTS OTHER THAN

KOMATSU GENUINE OIL
When using commercially available oils other than Komatsu genuine oil, consult your Komatsu distributor.

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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

TIGHTENING TORQUE LIST
CAUTION
If nuts, bolts, or other parts are not tightened to the specified torque, it will cause looseness or damage to the tightened parts, and
this will cause failure of the machine or problems with operation.
Always pay careful attention when tightening parts.

Unless otherwise specified, tighten the metric nuts and bolts to the torque shown in the table below.
If it is necessary to replace any nut or bolt, always use a Komatsu genuine part of the same size as the part that was
replaced.

Thread Width Tightening torque

diameter across
Target value Service limit
of bolt flats
(a)(mm) (b)(mm) Nm kgm lbft Nm kgm lbft

6 10 13.2 1.35 9.8 11.8-14.7 1.2-1.5 8.7-10.8

8 13 31 3.2 23.1 27-34 2.8-3.5 20.3-25.3
10 17 66 6.7 48.5 59-74 6.0-7.5 43.4-54.2
12 19 113 11.5 83.2 98-123 10.0-12.5 72.3-90.4
14 22 172 17.5 126.6 153-190 15.5-19.5 112.1-141

16 24 260 26.5 191.7 235-285 23.5-29.5 170.0-213.4

18 27 360 37 267.6 320-400 33.0-41.0 238.7-296.6
20 30 510 52.3 378.3 455-565 46.5-58.0 336.3-419.5
22 32 688 70.3 508.5 610-765 62.5-78.0 452.1-564.2
24 36 883 90 651 785-980 80.0-100.0 578.6-723.3

27 41 1295 132.5 958.4 1150-1440 118.0-147.0 853.5-1063.3

30 46 1720 175.0 1265.8 1520-1910 155.0-195.0 1121.1-1410.4
33 50 2210 225.0 1627.4 1960-2450 200.0-250.0 1446.6-1808.3
36 55 2750 280.0 2025.2 2450-3040 250.0-310.0 1808.3-2242.2
39 60 3280 335.0 2423.1 2890-3630 295.0-370.0 2133.7-2676.2

Apply the following table for Hydraulic Hose.

Width Tightening torque

Hose
across
nominal Target valve Service limit
flat
number
a (mm) Nm kgm lbft Nm kgm lbft
02 19 44 4.5 32.5 35-54 3.5-5.5 25.3-47.0
22 74 7.5 54.2 54-93 5.5-9.5 39.8-68.7
03
24 78 8.0 57.9 59-98 6.0-10.0 43.4-72.3
04 27 103 10.5 75.9 84-132 8.5-13.5 61.5-97.6
05 32 157 16.0 115.7 128-186 13.0-19.0 94.0-137.4
06 36 216 22.0 159.1 177-245 18.0-25.0 130.2-180.8

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MAINTENANCE SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS

SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS

For using the machine safely for an extended period of time, you must periodically replace the safety critical and fire
prevention-related parts listed in the table of important parts.
Material quality of these parts can change as time passes and they are likely to wear out or deteriorate. However,
it is difficult to determine the extent of wear or deterioration at the time of periodic maintenance. Hence, it is required
to replace them with new ones regardless of their condition after a certain period of usage. This is important to
ensure that these parts maintain their full performance at all times.
Furthermore, should anything abnormal be found on any of these parts, replace it with a new one even if the periodic
replacement time for the part has not yet arrived.
If any of the hose clamps show deterioration like deformation or cracking, replace the clamps at the same time as
the hoses.
Also perform the following checks with hydraulic hoses which need to be replaced periodically. Tighten all loose
clamps and replace defective hoses, as required.
When replacing hoses, always replace O-rings, gaskets, and other such parts at the same time.
Have your Komatsu distributor replace the critical parts.

SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS LIST

NO. Safety critical parts for periodic replacement Q'ty Replacement interval
1 Fuei hose (Fuel tank - water separator) 1
2 Fuei hose (water separator - relay block) 1
3 Fuel hose (relay block - fuel pre-filter) 1
4 Fuel return hose (engine - fuel cooler) 1
5 Fuel return hose (fuel cooler - fuel tank) 1
6 Fuel spill hose (engine - fuel tank) 1
7 No.1 pump outlet hose 2
8 No.2 pump outlet hose 2
9 No.3 pump outlet hose 2
10 No.3 pump relay hose 1
11 Left 5-spool inlet branch hose 1
12 Right 4-spool inlet branch hose 1 Every 2 years or 4000 hours,
13 No.1 and No.2 pump relay hose 2 whichever comes sooner
14 Heater hose (engine - heater) 2
15 Hydraulic pump suction hose 4
16 Swing line hose 4
17 Boom cylinder line hose (B/H) 4
18 Arm cylinder line hose (B/H) 7
19 Bucket cylinder line hose (B/H) 7
20 Fuel hose (fuel pre-filter - feed pomp) 1
21 Fuel hose (feed pomp - cooling plate) 1
22 Fuel hose (cooling plate - fuel block) 1
23 Fuel hose (fuel main filter - supply pump) 1
24 Fuel hose (supply pump overflow) 1
25 Seat belt 1 Every 3 years
26 High-pressure piping clamp 20
Every 8000 hours
27 Missing fuel spray prevention cap 10

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART

INITIAL 100 HOURS MAINTENANCE (ONLY AFTER THE FIRST 100 HOURS)
CLEAN STRAINER OF PTO LUBRICATING OIL FILTER 4- 62

INITIAL 500 HOURS MAINTENANCE (ONLY AFTER THE FIRST 500 HOURS)
CHANGE OIL IN SWING MACHINERY CASE 4- 70
CHANGE OIL IN PTO CASE 4- 72
CHANGE OIL IN FINAL DRIVE CASE 4- 78

WHEN REQUIRED
CHECK, CLEAN AND REPLACE AIR CLEANER ELEMENT 4- 17
CLEAN INSIDE OF COOLING SYSTEM 4- 20
CHECK AND TIGHTEN TRACK SHOE BOLTS 4- 24
CHECK AND ADJUST TRACK TENSION 4- 25
REPLACE BUCKET TEETH (XS) 4- 28
ADJUST BUCKET CREARANCE 4- 32
CHECK WINDOW WASHER FLUID LEVEL, ADD FLUID 4- 33
CHECK AND MAINTENANCE AIR CONDITIONER 4- 34
CLEAN LINE FILTER, REMOVE DIRT 4- 35
CHECK GAS SPRING 4- 36
BLEEDING AIR FROM HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 4- 37
INSPECTION OF ADDITIONAL WATER SEPARATOR AND CLEANING OF CASING INTERIOR 4- 41
BLEEDING AIR FROM FULE CIRCUIT 4- 43

CHECKS BEFORE STARTING

EVERY 10 HOURS MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATING 4- 47

EVERY 100 HOURS MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATING SWING CIRCLE 4- 49

EVERY 250 HOURS MAINTENANCE

CHECK OIL LEVEL IN FINAL DRIVE CASE, ADD OIL 4- 50
CHECK LEVEL OF BATTERY ELECTROLYTE 4- 51
CHECK AND TIGHTEN TRACK FRAME AND AXLE CONNECTING BOLTS 4- 53

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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

EVERY 500 HOURS MAINTENANCE

REPLACE FUEL PRE-FILTER CARTRIDGE 4- 54
REPLACE FULE MAIN FILTER CARTRIDGE 4- 56
CHECK SWING PINION GREASE LEVEL, ADD GREASE 4- 58
CLEAN, CHECK RADIATOR FINS, OIL COOLER FINS,FUEL COOLER FINS,
AFTERCOOLER FINS, CONDENSER FINS (machines equipped with air conditioner),
PTO OIL COOLER 4- 59
CLEAN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL AIR FILTERS OF AIR CONDITIONER 4- 60
REPLACE PILOT FILTER ELEMENT 4- 61
CLEAN STRAINER OF PTO LUBRICATING OIL FILTER 4- 62
CHECK, REPLACE ALTERNATOR, AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELTS 4- 62
REPLACE DRAIN FILTER CARTRIDGE 4- 63
CHANGE OIL IN ENGINE OIL PAN, REPLACE ENGINE OIL FILTER CARTRIDGE 4- 64

EVERY 1000 HOURS MAINTENANCE

REPLACE HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER ELEMENT 4- 66
REPLACE BREATHER ELEMENT IN HYDRAULIC TANK 4- 67
CLEAN HYDRAULIC TANK RETURN STRAINER 4- 68
REPLACE FUEL TANK BREATHER ELEMENT 4- 69
CHANGE OIL IN SWING MACHINERY CASE 4- 70
CHANGE OIL IN PTO CASE 4- 72
REPLACE CORROSION RESISTOR CARTRIDGE 4- 73
GREASE, CHECK TENSION PULLEY ASSEMBLY OF ALTERNATOR, AIR CONDITIONER
COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT 4- 74
CHECK WELDED STRUCTURE 4- 75

EVERY 2000 HOURS MAINTENANCE

CHANGE OIL IN FINAL DRIVE CASE 4- 78
CHECK BOOST PIPING HOSE CLAMPS 4- 78
CHECK ALTERNATOR 4- 78
CHECK ENGINE VALVE CLEARANCE, ADJUST 4- 78
CLEAN HYDRAULIC TANK STRAINER 4- 79
CHECKING CHARGE PRESSURE OF NITROGEN GAS IN ACCUMULATOR (FOR CONTROL
CIRCUIT) 4- 80

EVERY 4000 HOURS MAINTENANCE

CHECK WATER PUMP 4- 84
CHECK STARTING MOTOR 4- 84
CHECK AIR COMPRESSOR, ADJUST 4- 84
REPLACE ACCUMULATOR (FOR CONTROL CIRCUIT) 4- 84
CHECK FOR LOOSENESS OF HIGH-PRESSURE PIPING CLAMP, HARDENING OF RUBBER 4- 85
CHECK FOR MISSING FUEL SPRAY PREVENTION CAP, HARDENING OF RUBBER 4- 86

EVERY 5000 HOURS MAINTENANCE

CHANGE OIL IN HYDRAULIC TANK, CLEAN STRAINER 4- 87

EVERY 8000 HOURS MAINTENANCE

REPLACE HIGH-PRESSURE PIPING CLAMP 4- 89
REPLACE FUEL SPRAY PREVENTION CAP 4- 89
OVERHAUL STARTING MOTOR AND ALTERNATOR 4- 89

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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE
INITIAL 100 HOURS MAINTENANCE (ONLY AFTER THE FIRST 100 HOURS)
Perform the following maintenance only after the first 100 hours.
Clean strainer of PTO lubricating oil filter
For details of the method of maintaining, see EVERY 500 HOURS MAINTENANCE.

INITIAL 500 HOURS MAINTENANCE (ONLY AFTER THE FIRST 500 HOURS)
Carry out the following maintenance only after the first 500 hours of operation on new machines.
Change oil in swing machinery case
Change oil in PTO case
Change oil in final drive case
Special tools are needed for inspection and maintenance, so contact your Komatsu distributor.
For details of the method of replacing or maintaining, see EVERY 1000 HOURS and EVERY 2000 HOURS
SERVICE.

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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE

WHEN REQUIRED

CHECK, CLEAN AND REPLACE AIR CLEANER ELEMENT

WARNING
When using compressed air, there is danger of dirt flying and causing personal injury.
Always wear protective glasses, dust mask, or other protective equipment.
When removing the outer element from the air cleaner body, it is dangerous to pull it out by force. When working in high places
or where the foothold is poor, be careful not to fall because of the reaction when pulling out the outer element.

Checking
If air cleaner clogging monitor (1) of the monitor panel flashes,
clean the air cleaner element.

Replacing
Replacing element, O-ring
If one year has passed since installing the element or if air
cleaner clogging monitor (1) on the monitor panel flashes
immediately after the element is cleaned, replace the outer
element, inner element, and O-ring.

REMARK
Dust indicator (4) gives a guideline for the cleaning interval for the
air cleaner element. If the yellow piston on the inside overlaps the
red zone on the outside circumference of dust indicator (4), it is
time to clean the element.

NOTICE
Do not clean the air cleaner element until the air cleaner clogging monitor on the monitor panel light up. If the element is
cleaned frequently before the air cleaner clogging monitor light up, the air cleaner will not be able to display its performance
fully, and the cleaning efficiency will also go down.
In addition, during the cleaning operation, more dirt stuck to the element will fall inside the inner element.
If inspection, cleaning, or maintenance is carried out with the engine running, dirt will enter the engine and cause damage to
the engine. Always stop the engine before carrying out these operations.

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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE MAINTENANCE

Cleaning Outer Element

1. Open the right door of the machine, remove 6 hooks (2), then
remove cover (3).

NOTICE
Before and after cleaning the element, do not leave or keep it in direct
sunlight.

2. Hold the outer element (5), rock it lightly up and down and to the left and right, and rotate the element to the left
and right to pull it out.

NOTICE
Never remove the inner element (6). It will allow dirt to enter and cause
failure of the engine.
Do not use a screwdriver or other tool.

3. After removing the outer element (5), cover the inner element
(6) with a clean cloth or tape to prevent dirt or dust from
entering.

4. Wipe off or brush off the dirt stuck to cover (3) and the inside of
the air cleaner body (7).

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5. Direct dry compressed air (less than 0.69 MPa (7 kg/cm2, 99.4
PSI)) to the outer element from inside along its folds, then
direct it from outside along its folds and again from inside.
1) Replace the outer element once a year or when monitor (1)
flashes. Replace the inner element at the same time.
2) Check that there is no play in the inner element. If any play
is found, push it in properly.
3) Replace both inner and outer elements when the air
cleaner clogging monitor (1) lights up soon after installing
the cleaned outer element even though it has not been
cleaned 6 times.
6. Remove the cloth or tape cover installed in Step 3.
7. If small holes or thinner parts are found on the element when
it is checked by shining a light through it after cleaning, replace
the element.

NOTICE
When cleaning the element, do not hit or beat it against anything.
Do not use an element whose folds or gasket or seal are damaged.

Replacing Inner Element

1. First remove the outer element, and then remove the inner element.
2. Cover the air connector side (outlet side) with a clean cloth or tape.
3. Clean the air cleaner body interior, then remove the cover installed in Step 2.
4. Fit a new inner element to the connector.
Do not clean and reinstall an inner element.
5. Install the outer element and the cover.
6. After replacing the element, push the dust indicator button to
reset it. The yellow piston will return to its original position.

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CLEAN INSIDE OF COOLING SYSTEM

WARNING
Immediately after the engine is stopped, the coolant is at a high temperature and the radiator is under high internal pressure.
If the cap is removed to drain the coolant in this condition, there is a hazard of burns. Wait for the temperature to go down, then
turn the cap slowly to release the pressure before removing it.
When starting the engine while cleaning the machine, set the lock lever in the lock position to prevent the machine from
moving.
For details of starting the engine, see "BEFORE STARTING ENGINE (PAGE 3-75)" and "STARTING ENGINE (PAGE 3-100)" in
the OPERATION section.
There is danger of touching the fan if the undercover is left removed.
Never enter behind the machine when the engine is running.

Stop the machine on level ground when cleaning or changing the coolant.

Clean the inside of the cooling system, change the coolant according to the table below.

Interval for cleaning inside of cooling system

Antifreeze coolant Precautions for use
and changing antifreeze coolant

Komatsu supercoolant Every two years or every 4000 hours

1*
(AF-NAC) whichever comes first

*1: When using Komatsu Supercoolant (AF-NAC), there is no need to use a corrosion resistor.
When no corrosion resistor is used, use the special cover (600-411-9000). Please consult your Komatsu
distributor about the method of installing.
When using corrosion resister, use Komatsu genuine corrosion resister. If you use another corrosion resister,
it may cause serious problems such as corrosion of the engine and parts of the cooling system that use light
metals such as aluminum.

The coolant has the important function of preventing corrosion as well as preventing freezing.
Even in the areas where freezing is not an issue, the use of antifreeze coolant is essential.
Komatsu machines are supplied with Komatsu Supercoolant (AF-NAC). Komatsu Supercoolant (AF-NAC) has
excellent anticorrosion, antifreeze and cooling properties and can be used continuously for 2 years or 4000 hours.
Komatsu Supercoolant (AF-NAC) is strongly recommended wherever available.

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To maintain the anticorrosion properties of Supercoolant (AF-NAC), always keep the density of Supercoolant
between 30% and 68%.
When deciding the ratio of antifreeze to water, check the lowest temperature in the past, and decide from the mixing
table given below.
It is actually better to estimate and temperature about 10°C (18°F) lower when deciding the mixing ratio.
The mixing ratio depends on the ambient temperature, but it should always be a minimum of 30% by volume
(antifreeze/total amount of coolant x 100).
Even in areas where it is not necessary to prevent freezing, use Supercoolant (AF-NAC) at a mixing ratio of at least
30% to prevent corrosion of the cooling system.
The freezing temperature of undiluted antifreeze is -15°C (5°F). Do not store undiluted antifreeze at a temperature
of below -15°C (5°F).

Mixing rate of water and antifreeze

Min. atmospheric °C Above-10 -15 -20 -25 -30 -35 -40

temperature °F Above14 5 -4 -13 -22 -31 -40
liter 42.7 51.2 58.2 65.5 71.2 76.8 82.5
Amount of antifreeze
US gal 11.28 13.53 15.38 17.31 18.81 20.29 21.80
liter 99.6 91.1 84.0 76.8 71.2 65.5 59.8
Amount of water
US gal 26.31 24.07 22.19 20.29 18.81 17.31 15.80
Volume ratio (%) 30 36 41 46 50 54 58

WARNING
Antifreeze is flammable, so keep it away from flame.
Antifreeze is toxic. When open the drain valve, be careful not to get water containing antifreeze on you. If it gets in your eyes,
flush your eyes with large amount of fresh water and see a doctor at once.
When changing the coolant or draining the coolant from the radiator before carrying out repairs, ask a specialist company to
handle any coolant containing antifreeze, or contact your Komatsu distributor. Antifreeze is toxic, so never pour it into
drainage water ditches or drain it onto the ground surface.

Use antifreeze and appropriate water for diluting. (for details, see "COOLANT AND WATER FOR DILUTION (PAGE
4-5)")
We recommend use of an antifreeze density gauge to control the mixing proportions.
Prepare a container whose capacity is larger than the specified coolant volume to catch drained coolant.
Prepare a hose to supply antifreeze coolant and water.

1. Stop the machine on level ground, then stop the engine.

2. Open the engine room door and turn valve (1) of the corrosion
resistor to the CLOSED position.

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3. Remove cover (2).

4. Check that the cooling water temperature has gone down
enough to make it possible to touch the radiator cap surface by
hand, then turn radiator cap (3) slowly until it contacts the
stopper to release the pressure.
5. Following this, push radiator cap (3), turn it until it contacts the
stopper, then remove it.

6. Remove drain valve cover (4) on the radiator side and drain
valve cover (5) on the engine side.

7. Set containers to catch the drained coolant under drain valve

(6) on the radiator side and drain valve (7) on the engine site.
Open drain valves (6) and (7), and drain the coolant.
8. After draining the antifreeze solution, close drain valve (6), (7),
then fill with clean water. After the radiator is filled with water,
start and run the engine at low idling speed. After the water
temperature rises above 90°C (194°F), run the engine for
about 10 minutes.
9. Stop the engine and open drain valves (6), (7) to drain the
water.
10. After draining the water, clean the radiator with detergent.
For the cleaning method, follow the instruction of detergent.
11. Close drain valves (6), (7).

12. Install the covers (4) and (5).

13. Replace the corrosion resistor, then turn valve (1) to the OPEN position. (Only on machines equipped with
corrosion resistor)
For details of the method of replacing the corrosion resistor, see "REPLACE CORROSION RESISTOR
CARTRIDGE (PAGE 4-73)".
14. Add coolant mixed with antifreeze until it overflows from the water filler.
Decide the proportions of antifreeze and water according to the table for the mixing rate of water and antifreeze.
15. Run the engine at low idling for 5 minutes to remove the air from the water, then run at high idling for 5 minutes.
( Leave radiator cap (3) removed when doing this. )

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16. Open sub-tank inspection cover (8), drain the coolant from
sub-tank (9), wash the inside of the sub-tank, then add water
to between the FULL and LOW marks.
If the sub-tank is extremely dirty and it is difficult to clean,
replace it with a new part.
17. Stop the engine, wait for approx. 3 minutes, add city water up
to near the mouth of the filler port, then tighten radiator cap (3).
18. Install cover (2).

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CHECK AND TIGHTEN TRACK SHOE BOLTS

If the machine is used with track shoe bolts (1) loose, they will
break, so tighten any loose bolts immediately.

Tightening
1. First, tighten to a tightening torque of 1372 ± 137.2 Nm (140 ± 14 kgm, 1,012.6 ± 101.3 lbft), then check that the
nut and shoe are in tight contact with the link mating surface.
2. After checking, further tighten to the tightening torque of 150° ± 10°.

Order for Tightening

Tighten the bolts in the order shown in the diagram on the right.
After tightening, check that the nut and shoe are in close contact
with the link mating surface.

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CHECK AND ADJUST TRACK TENSION

WARNING
For details of starting the engine and operating the work equipment, see "BEFORE STARTING ENGINE (PAGE 3-75)",
"STARTING ENGINE (PAGE 3-100)", "AFTER STARTING ENGINE (PAGE 3-103)", and "WORK EQUIPMENT CONTROLS AND
OPERATIONS (PAGE 3-121)" in the OPERATION section.

Wear on pins and bushings of the undercarriage will vary with working conditions and type of soil, so inspect the
track tension every now and then in order to maintain the standard tension.
For carrying out inspection and adjustment of track shoes, park the machine on the flat and solid ground.

Checking
1. Run the engine at low idle, then move the machine forward for
a distance equal to the track length on ground, and slowly stop
the machine.
2. Place wooden bar (3) on top of the track from No. 2 roller (1) to
No. 3 roller (2).
3. Measure the maximum deflection between bottom surface of
the wooden bar and top surface of the track shoe.
Deflection "a" should be 10 - 30 mm (0.4 - 1.2 in).

If the track tension is not at the standard value, adjust it in the following manner.

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Adjustment

WARNING
There is danger of plug (1) flying out under the high internal pressure of the grease. Never loosen plug (1) more than 1 turn.
Never loosen any part other than plug (1). Never put your face in the mounting direction of plug (1).
If the track tension cannot be loosened with the procedure given here, please contact your Komatsu distributor.

Increasing Track Tension

Prepare a grease pump.
1. Pump in grease through valve (1) using a grease gun.
2. To check that the tension is correct, move the machine slowly
forward and in reverse.
3. Check the track tension again, and if the tension is not correct,
adjust it again.

4. Continue to pump in grease until (A) becomes 200 mm (7.9 in).

If the tension is still loose, the pin and bushing are excessively
worn, so they must be either turned or replaced. Please
contact your Komatsu distributor.

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Loosening Track Tension

WARNING
There is danger of valve (1) flying out under the high internal pressure of the grease. Never loosen valve (1) more than 1 turn.
Never loosen any part other than valve (1). Never put your face in the mounting direction of valve (1).
If the track tension cannot be loosened with the procedure given here, please contact your Komatsu distributor.

1. Loosen plug (1) gradually to release the grease.

2. Turn plug (1) a maximum of one turn.
3. If the grease does not come out smoothly, move the machine
forwards and backwards a short distance.
4. Tighten plug (1).
5. To check that the correct tension has been achieved, move the
machine backwards and forwards.
6. Check the track tension again, and if the tension is not correct,
adjust it again.

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REPLACE BUCKET TEETH (XS)

Replace teeth
Replace the bucket teeth before the adapter starts to wear.

WARNING
It is dangerous if the work equipment moves by mistake when the teeth are being replaced.
Set the work equipment in a stable condition, then stop the engine and set the lock lever securely to the LOCK position.
There is a hazard that fragments will fly during the replacement work, so always wear protective equipment like safety glasses
and gloves.
If the tooth pins cannot be removed in this procedure, for safety's sake, be sure to ask your Komatsu distributor for the
replacement.

Prepare for a socket wrench for 16 mm- width across flats.

1. Set the bucket with the bottom of the bucket on block (3) so that
pin (1) can be removed, then stop the engine.

2. Within 15 seconds after stopping the engine, move each

control lever (for work equipment and travel) to the full stroke
in all directions to release the internal pressure.
3. Check that the work equipment is in a stable condition, then set
the lock lever to the LOCK position (L).

4. Fit a socket wrench to the head of pin (1), then turn it

counterclockwise 90° to release the lock of the pin.

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5. Push pin (1) out by hand or with a hammer in the direction of

the arrow to remove the teeth (2).

6. Clean the mounting surface, fit new tooth (2) to the adapter,
insert new pin (1), then tighten 90° clockwise with the socket
wrench to lock the pin and complete the installation.

REMARK
Turn the tooth upside down and rotate the installation positions.
Such practice allows wear on the teeth to develop evenly, the
lifetime to be extended, and the replacement frequency to be
reduced.

NOTICE
To prevent a tooth from slipping off, also replace the pins with a new
one when the teeth are replaced.
To prevent tooth (4) and (5) at the either end from slipping off, insert the
pins from within (i.e. in the direction shown with an arrow).

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How to Remove Slinging Loop

WARNING
In case a slinging loop is fitted to the bucket tooth, remove it. If digging
work is started without the slinging loop being removed, there is the
danger that the slinging loop is broken and broken pieces are sent
flying around.
It is quite dangerous if the work equipment begins to move by mistake
while the slinging loop is being removed.
Hold the work equipment in a steady and safe posture; stop the engine;
and put the lock lever in the "LOCK" position.
While the slinging loop is being removed, there is the danger that
broken slinging loop pieces are sent flying around, so wear protective
tools such as safety glasses.
Never hit the tooth against a boulder for the purpose of removing the
slinging loop.
There is the danger that the broken slinging loop will be sent flying
around in pieces, causing a personal injury.

NOTICE
If the machine is operated without the sling being removed, the following problems may possibly arise.
When the work equipment is pulled back, the slinging loop at the tip of the tooth interferes with the boom.
A crack occurring at the time of sling breakage progresses to the tooth, resulting in the breakage of the machine itself.
The sling is broken in the digging operation, broken pieces are mixed in the sand and earth to be loaded.
Be sure to remove the slinging loop in the following steps.

1. Put block (3) under the bottom of the bucket and stop the
engine.

2. Within 15 seconds after stopping the engine, move each

control lever (for work equipment and travel) to the full stroke
in all directions to release the internal pressure.
3. Check that the work equipment is in a stable condition, then set
the lock lever to the LOCK position (L).

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4. Preheat the slinging loop to be cut to 100-150 oC and use a gas

cutter to cut the slinging.
Tip of tooth (1)
Top of tooth (2)

NOTICE
When cutting the slinging loop at each part of the bucket, cut at the
following cutting positions (A) - (A) or (B) - (B), according to the shape of
the loop.
In addition, when doing this, be careful that the cutting surface does not
cut into the main body of the bucket parts.

Cutting position (A) - (A)

This applies to tip of tooth (1).
Cut at the bottom of the hole in the lifting loop.

Cutting position (B) - (B)

This applies to top of tooth (2).
Cut at a position 10-20 mm (0.4 - 0.8 in) from the main body of
the bucket part.

5. Finish the cutting surface smoothly, using a grinding machine.

6. Check that there is no crack on the cutting surface.

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ADJUST BUCKET CLEARANCE

WARNING
It is dangerous if the work equipment is mistakenly moved when adjusting
the bucket clearance.
Set the work equipment in a stable condition, stop the engine, then set lock
lever (1) securely to the LOCK position (L).

If there is excessive free play on the coupling section of the bucket

and arm, adjust the bucket clearance in the following manner.
1. Set the work equipment to the position shown in the diagram
on the right, then stop the engine and set the lock lever (1) to
the LOCK position (L).
2. Loosen 3 bolts (3), 6 bolts (4), plate (2) and plate (6).
3. Take out shims (5) equivalent in size to free play (a).
Thickness of shim (5) is 0.5 mm or 1.0 mm (0.02 or 0.04 in).
When free play (a) is less than a thickness of shim, do not
compress the shims by tightening bolt (2).
4. Tighten 3 bolts (3) and 6 bolts (4).

(7): Bucket
(8): Arm
(9): Bush

With this adjustment, clearance (b) becomes larger, but play (a) is removed.

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CHECK WINDOW WASHER FLUID LEVEL, ADD FLUID

If there is air in the window washer fluid, check the level of the fluid
in window washer tank (1). Add automobile window washer fluid if
necessary.
When adding fluid, be careful not to let any dust get in.

Mixture Ratio of Pure Washer Fluid and Water

The proportion differs according to the ambient temperature, so dilute the washer fluid with water to the following
proportions before adding.

Operation area Freezing

Mixture ratio
and season temperature
Pure washer fluid
Normal - 10°C (14°F)
1/3: water 2/3
Winter in cold Pure washer fluid
- 20°C (- 4°F)
region 1/2: water 1/2
Winter in extremely
Pure washer fluid - 30°C (- 22°F)
cold region

There are two types depending on the freezing temperature:

-10°C (14°F) (general use) and -30°C (-22°F) (cold area use), select according to the area and season.

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CHECK AND MAINTENANCE AIR CONDITIONER

(Machine equipped with air conditioner)

Check Level of Refrigerant (gas)

WARNING
If the refrigerant used in the air conditioner gets into your eyes or on your hands, it may cause loss of sight or frostbite. Do not
touch the refrigerant. Never loosen any part of the refrigerant circuit.
Do not bring any flame close to any point where the refrigerant gas is leaking.

If the level of the refrigerant (gas) is low, the cooling effect will be
reduced. Run the engine at high idle, and check the flow of the
refrigerant gas (R134a) in the refrigerant circuit through the sight
glass (2) (inspection window) of the receiver (1) when the cooler is
running at high speed.
Open the tool box door at the rear of the cab. Receiver (1) is inside.

(A) No bubbles in refrigerant flow: Suitable

(B) Some bubbles in flow (bubbles pass continuously):
Lack of refrigerant
(C) Colorless, transparent: No refrigerant

REMARK
When there are bubbles, the refrigerant gas level is low, so contact
your Komatsu distributors to have refrigerant added. If the air
conditioner is run with the refrigerant gas level low, it will cause
damage to the compressor.

Inspection During Off Season

Even during the off-season, operate the air conditioner for 3 to 5 minutes once a month to maintain the oil film at all
parts of the compressor.

Inspection and Maintenance Items

Check, maintenance Guideline for maintenance
Content of check, maintenance
items interval
Refrigerant (gas) Charge amount Twice a year (spring, autumn)
Condenser Clogged fins Every 500 hours
Compressor Operating condition Every 4000 hours
Belt Damage Every 500 hours
Operating condition
Blower motor, fan When required
(does it make abnormal noise?)
Control mechanism Operating condition (does it function normally?) When required
Mounting condition, looseness at tightening or
Piping mounts When required
connecting portions, leakage of gas, damage

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CLEAN LINE FILTER, REMOVE DIRT

If there is any abnormality in the pump or other hydraulic
equipment, remove the dirt from inside the line filter as follows.
Before removing the dirt from inside the line filter, release the
internal pressure in the hydraulic circuit. For details, see
"METHOD OF RELEASING PRESSURE IN HYDRAULIC
CIRCUIT (PAGE 4-83)".

1. Remove cover (1).

2. Install a bolt (10 mm, 0.4 in) in bolt hole (A) of element (2), then
hold the bolt and pull out element (2).
3. Clean element (2).
When cleaning the element, clean the dirt and dust stuck to
side surface (B) of the filter case.
4. Replace O-ring (3) of element (2) with a new part, then insert
element (2) into the filter case.
5. Replace backup ring (4) and O-ring (5) of cover (1) with new
parts, then install cover (1) to the filter case.
Tightening torque of cover (1): 181 Nm (18.5 kgm, 133.8 lbft)

After assembling the line filter again, bleed the air. For details, see "BLEEDING AIR FROM HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
(PAGE 4-37)".

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CHECK GAS SPRING

WARNING
The gas spring is charged with high-pressure nitrogen gas, so mistaken operation may cause an explosion, which will lead to
serious injury or damage. When handling the gas spring, always do as follows.
Do not disassemble the accumulator.
Do not bring it near flame or dispose of it in fire.
Do not make holes in it or weld it.
Do not hit it, roll it, or subject it to any impact.
When disposing of the accumulator, the gas must be released. Please contact your Komatsu distributor to have this work
carried out.

The gas spring is fitted to the battery box cover.

In the following cases, please ask your Komatsu distributor to carry

out inspection, repair, and replacement.
When the cover cannot be opened with light effort.
When the cover do not stay open.
When oil or gas is found to be leaking from the gas spring.

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BLEEDING AIR FROM HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

For details of the procedure when starting the engine, see "STARTING ENGINE (PAGE 3-100)". If necessary, refer
to the OPERATION volume for the sections for starting the engine, moving the machine off, steering, and stopping.

CAUTION
When starting the engine to bleed the air, cancel the automatic warming-up operation before starting.
Method of canceling automatic warming-up operation
1. Turn the starting switch ON.
2. Hold the fuel control dial at the MAX position for 3 seconds.
3. Turn the fuel control dial to the MIN position.
4. Start the engine.

NOTICE
Bleed the air as follows.
1. Pump (work equipment, swing) (Bleed the air without starting the engine)
2. Work equipment circuit
Bleed the air from the pump with the engine stopped.
Run the engine at the speed of 1000 rpm or below and operate the cylinders slowly.
Do not carry out the operation suddenly, or raise the cylinder pressure, or operate the cylinder to the end of its stroke.
When operating the cylinder for the first stroke (extending and retracting), operate particularly slowly.
When operating the cylinder for the first stroke, there is a large amount of air inside the circuit, so the work equipment will not
move for at least 10 seconds. Be careful not to operate the lever to the end of the stroke.
Use clean oil of NAS7 class or above when filling the pump. Be sure to use a clean oil can.

Bleed the air from the various components in the order below (1.-6.).
1. Bleeding air from pump (Do this before starting the engine)
1) Loosen air bleed plug (1) and check that oil (4) oozes out
from the air bleeder (3).

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2) If no oil oozes out, remove the drain hose from the pump
case, and add hydraulic oil through drain port (2) to fill the
pump case.
Oil will come out when the drain hose is removed, so
secure the hose mouthpiece at a position higher than the
level of the oil in the hydraulic tank.
3) After completing the air bleed operation, tighten air bleeder
(1) and install the drain hose.

NOTICE
If the drain hose is installed first, oil will spurt out from air bleed (1) hole.
If the pump is operated without filling the pump case with hydraulic oil,
abnormal heat will be generated and this may cause premature damage to
the pump.

2. Starting engine
Cancel the automatic warming-up operation, start the engine, and run it at low idling for 10 minutes after starting.
After that, do as follows.

3. Bleeding air from cylinders

1) Run the engine at low idle, and extend and retract each cylinder 4 to 5 times, taking care that a cylinder is
not moved to the end of its stroke. (Stop the cylinder approx. 100 mm (3.9 in) short of its stroke end)
2) Next, operate each cylinder 3 to 4 times to the end of its stroke.
3) Finally, operate each cylinder 4 to 5 times to the end of its stroke to completely remove the air.

NOTICE
If the engine is run at high speed immediately after startup or a cylinder is pushed up to its stroke end, air taken inside the cylinder
may cause damage to the piston packing.

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4. Bleeding air from swing motor (bleed the air only when the oil inside the swing motor case has been drained)
1) Run the engine at low idling, remove hose (1) at port S, and
check that oil oozes out from port S hose (1).

NOTICE
Do not operate the swing under any circumstances.

2) If oil does not ooze out, stop the engine, remove port S
hose (1), and fill the inside of the motor case with hydraulic
oil.
3) After completely bleeding the air, tighten port S hose (1).
4) Run the engine at low idle, and slowly swing the upper
Rear swing motor
structure at least 2 times uniformly to the left and right.

NOTICE
If the air is not bled from the swing motor, the motor bearings may be
damaged.

Front swing motor

5. Bleeding air from attachment (when installed)

If an attachment has been installed, run the engine at low idling and operate the attachment pedal repeatedly
(approx. 10 times) until the air has been bled from the attachment and circuit.

NOTICE
If the method of bleeding the air from the attachment itself is specified by the manufacturer, bleed the air according to the
specified procedure.
After completing the air bleeding operation, stop the engine, and leave the machine for 5 minutes before starting operations.
This will remove the air bubbles in the oil inside the hydraulic cylinders.
Check that there is no leakage of oil and wipe off any oil that has been spilled.

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6. Bleeding air from travel motor circuit

If the piping has been removed from the travel motor circuit,
bleed the air after reassembling. To bleed the air, run the
engine at low idling and do as follows.
1) Start the engine and run at low idling.
2) Remove travel motor cover (1), then loosen air bleed plug
(2) one turn.

NOTICE
Do not loosen plug (2) more than one turn.

3) Carry out fine operation of the travel lever and set to

FORWARD and REVERSE 4 - 5 times.
4) When no more cloudy white oil comes out from air bleed
plug (2), tighten air bleed plug (2).
5) Install the travel motor cover.

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INSPECTION OF ADDITIONAL WATER SEPARATOR AND CLEANING OF CASING INTERIOR

WARNING
When draining fuel from the water separator, prepare for a container used for catching drained oil and take care not to spill fuel.
Spilt fuel can cause fire, so wipe it off completely.
Fuel can pose danger as it is flammable. Never bring fire near fuel.

NOTICE
When carrying out inspection and maintenance of the fuel system, the particularly careful not to let any dirt or dust get in. If
there is any dirt of dust around the fuel system, clean it off thoroughly with fuel before starting the operation.
To prevent dirt or dust from getting into the fuel circuit, remove all dirt and dust from the surrounding area before starting the
operation.

Prepare a container to catch drain fuel.

1. Open cover (1).

2. Put a container under drain hose (2) to catch drained oil.

3. Turn fuel valve (3) to the "SHUTOFF" position (S).
4. Loosen water drain plug (4) to completely drain fuel in the
casing.
5. If fuel is not drained, remove air intake plug (5). (Width across
flats: 14 mm)
6. Disconnect drain hose (2).

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7. Loosen ring nut (6) to remove casing (7).

8. Remove screen (8) from the water separator table, pulling the
screen out downward.
9. Wash screen (8) with clean fuel.
At that time, also check it for damage and if any, replace it with
a new one.
10. Wash the interior of casing (7) for damage, a crack or so bad
a contamination as to make it impossible to identify the location
of float (9), and if any of them is found, replace the casing with
a new one.
11. Install screen (8) on the water separator table.
12. Replace O-ring (10) with a new one.
13. Screw in water drain plug (4).
Tightening torque: 1.5 - 2.5 Nm (0.15 - 0.25 kgm, 1.1 - 1.8 lbft)
14. Put float (9) in casing (7) the way it does not tilt, and then pour
clean fuel in the casing calmly.
15. Install casing (7) on the water separator table and tighten ring
nut (6).
Tightening torque: 16 - 20 Nm (1.6 - 2.0 kgm, 11.6 - 14.5 lbft)
16. Connect drain hose (2).
17. In case air intake plug (5) has been loosened to drain fuel,
tighten it now.
Tightening torque: 8.0 - 12.0 Nm (0.8 - 1.2 kgm, 5.8 - 8.7 lbft)
18. Turn fuel valve (3) to the "OPEN" position (O).
19. Close the inspection cover.

20. When the whole work is finished, bleed air from the water separator the same way as when replacing the fuel
filter cartridge.
For the air bleeding procedure, see "BLEEDING AIR FROM FUEL CIRCUIT (PAGE 4-43)".

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BLEEDING AIR FROM FUEL CIRCUIT

This machine is equipped with an electric priming pump to bleed the air from the fuel circuit. In the following cases,
use the procedure below to bleed the air.
When fuel filter has been replaced
When engine has run out of fuel
When water is drained from the fuel pre-filter
When the additional water separator is inspected, checked, and drained of water
When starting the engine for the first time after replacing the supply pump or modifying the piping or any other
parts

WARNING
When using the electric priming pump, do not loosen the air bleed plug for the fuel circuit. When the electric priming pump is
operated, pressure is applied to the fuel circuit, so if the air bleed plug is loosened, fuel will spurt out and create a dangerous
situation.

1. Turn the key in starting switch (1) to the OFF position (A).

2. Turn the valve (1) at the bottom of the fuel tank to the OPEN
position (O).

3. Open the engine room door.

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4. Turn the air bleed valve (2) to the open position (O).

5. Turn electric priming pump switch (3) to the ON position (A).

Lamp (4) flashes and the electric priming pump starts.
Release electric priming pump switch (3). Switch (3) will return
automatically to the original position (N).

REMARK
While lamp (4) is flashing, the electric priming pump is actuated
for 30 seconds and then stops for 10 seconds. This action is
repeated until lamp (4) goes out.
If this switch is turned to the OFF position (B) when the lamp is
flashing, the lamp will go out and the electric priming pump will
stop.
When the lamp is flashing, the electric priming pump will stop,
but this does not indicate any abnormality.

6. When the specified time (approx. 7 minutes) has passed, lamp (4) automatically goes out and the electric
priming pump stops.

REMARK
When there is no fuel in the fuel system, there is a possibility that air entered the fuel circuit is not completely bled
by priming once.
If one of the following cases applies, tilt the electric priming pump switch to ON position (A) again to activate the
electric priming pump.
The engine has come to a halt due to fuel exhaustion.
The fuel hose or tube has been maintained or replaced.
The electric priming pump has been maintained or replaced.

7. When the lamp goes out, the air bleed operation is completed.
8. Turn air bleed valve (2) to the closed position (S).

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9. Start the engine.

If the engine does not start, the probable reason is that the air has not been completely bled.
Do as follows, then start the engine again.
1) Check that the air bleed valve is closed.
2) Turn electric priming pump switch (3) ON position (A).
3) Try to start the engine while the electric priming pump is in operation. If the engine still does not start, wait
for approx. 2 minutes, and then repeat steps 2) and 3).
4) After the engine has started, run the engine for approx. 5 minutes to bleed air from the fuel system
completely.

NOTICE
Do not keep the starting motor rotating continuously for more than 20 seconds.
If the engine will not start, wait for at least 2 minutes before trying to start the engine again.

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CHECK BEFORE STARTING

For details of the following items, see "Checks Before Starting (PAGE 3-77)" in the OPERATION section.
Check coolant level, add coolant
Check oil level in engine oil pan, add oil
Check fuel level, add fuel
Check fuel pre-filter, drain water and sediment
Check additional water separator, drain water and sediment
Check oil level in hydraulic tank, add oil
Check oil level in swing machinery case, add oil
Check oil level in PTO case, add oil
Check air cleaner for clogging
Check working lamp switch
Check electric wiring
Check function of horn
Drain water and sediment from fuel tank
Drain water from air tank

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EVERY 10 HOURS MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATING
1. Set to the greasing posture below, lower the work equipment to the ground, then stop the engine.
2. Using a grease pump, pump in grease through the grease fittings shown by arrows.
3. After greasing, wipe off any old grease that was pushed out.

(1) Boom cylinder foot pin (2 places)

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(2) Boom foot pin (2 places)

(3) Boom cylinder rod end pin (2 places)
(4) Arm cylinder foot pin (1 place)

(5) Boom - Arm coupling pin (1 place)

(6)Bucket cylinder foot pin (2 point)
(7) Arm cylinder rod pin (1 place)
(8) Arm - Link coupling pin (1 place)
(9)Arm-Bucket coupling pin (2 point)
(10)Link coupling pin (2 places)
(11)Bucket cylinder rod end pin (2 point)
(12) Bucket-Link coupling pin (1 place)

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EVERY 100 HOURS MAINTENANCE

Maintenance for every 10 hours service should be carried out at the same time.

LUBRICATING SWING CIRCLE

(4 points)
1. Lower the work equipment to the ground.
2. Using a grease pump, pump in grease through the grease
fittings shown by arrows.
3. After greasing, wipe off any old grease that was pushed out.

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EVERY 250 HOURS MAINTENANCE

Maintenance for every 10 hours service should be carried out at the same time.

CHECK OIL LEVEL IN FINAL DRIVE CASE, ADD OIL

WARNING
The parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped, and may cause serious burns. Wait for the
temperature to go down before starting the operation.
If there is still pressure remaining inside the case, the oil or plug may fly out.
Loosen the plug slowly to release the pressure.

Prepare a handle.
1. Set the TOP mark at the top, with the UP mark and plug (P)
perpendicular to the ground surface.
2. Remove plug (F) using the handle. When the oil level reaches
a point 10 mm (0.4 in) below the bottom of the plug hole, the
correct amount of oil has been added.
3. If the oil level is too low, install plug (F), operate the travel
levers, and drive forward or in reverse to rotate the sprocket
one turn. Then repeat Step 2 to check again.
4. If the oil level is low, add oil through the hole of plug (F). Add
oil until oil overflows from the hole of plug (F).
5. After checking, install plug (F).

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CHECK LEVEL OF BATTERY ELECTROLYTE

Carry out this procedure before operating the machine.

WARNING
Do not use the battery if the battery electrolyte level is below the LOWER LEVEL line. This will accelerate deterioration of the
inside of the battery and reduce the service life of the battery. In addition, it may cause an explosion.
The battery generates flammable gas and there is danger of explosion, do not bring fire or sparks near the battery.
Battery electrolyte is dangerous. If it gets in your eyes or on your skin, wash it off with a large amount of water and consult a
doctor.

NOTICE
When adding distilled water to the battery, do not allow the battery electrolyte to go above the UPPER LEVEL line. If the
electrolyte
level is too high, it may leak and cause damage to the paint surface or corrode other parts.
When adding distilled water in cold weather, add it before starting operations in the morning to prevent the electrolyte from
freezing.

Inspect the battery electrolyte level at least once a month and follow the basic safety procedures given below.
Open cover (1) at the rear left side of the machine. The batteries
are installed at (A) part.

When Checking Electrolyte Level from Side of Battery

If it is possible to check the electrolyte level from the side of the battery, check as follows.
1. Use a wet cloth to clean the area around the electrolyte level
lines and check that the electrolyte level is between the
UPPER LEVEL (U.L.) and LOWER LEVEL (L.L.) lines.
If the battery is wiped with a dry cloth, static electricity may
cause a fire or explosion.

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2. If the electrolyte level is below the midway point between the

UPPER LEVEL (U.L.) and LOWER LEVEL (L.L.) lines, remove
cap (2) and add distilled water to the U.L. line.
3. After adding distilled water, tighten cap (2) securely.

REMARK
If distilled water is added to above the UPPER LEVEL (U.L.) line,
use a syringe to lower the level to the UPPER LEVEL (U.L.) line.
Neutralize the removed fluid with baking soda (sodium
bicarbonate), then flush it away with a large amount of water or
consult your Komatsu distributor or battery maker.

When it is Impossible to Check Electrolyte Level from Side of Battery

If it is impossible to check the electrolyte level from the side of the battery, or there is no display of the UPPER
LEVEL line on the side of the battery, check as follows.
1. Remove cap (2) at the top of the battery, look through the water
filler port (3), and check the electrolyte surface. If the
electrolyte does not reach the sleeve (4), add distilled water so
that the level reaches the bottom of the sleeve (UPPER LEVEL
line) without fail.
(A) Suitable level: Electrolyte level is up to bottom of sleeve,
so surface tension causes electrolyte
surface to bulge and poles appear bent.
(B) Low: Electrolyte level is not up to bottom of sleeve, so
poles appear straight and not bent.
2. After adding distilled water, tighten cap (2) securely.

REMARK
If water is added to above the bottom tip of the sleeve, use a pipette
to remove electrolyte. Neutralize the removed electrolyte with
sodium bicarbonate, then flush it away with a large amount of
water. If necessary, contact your Komatsu distributor or your
battery maker.

When it is Possible to Use Indicator to Check Electrolyte Level

If it is possible to use an indicator to check the electrolyte level, follow the instructions given.

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CHECK AND TIGHTEN TRACK FRAME AND AXLE CONNECTING BOLTS

Bolts (1) connecting the track frame and axle will break if they
remain loose, so loose bolts must always be retightened.
Tightening torque: 3260 ± 370 Nm (333 ± 38 kgm, 2410 ± 275
lbft)

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EVERY 500 HOURS MAINTENANCE

Maintenance for every 10, 100, and 250 hours of service should be performed at the same time.

REPLACE FUEL PRE-FILTER CARTRIDGE

WARNING
After the engine has been operated, all parts are at high temperature, so do not replace the filter immediately. Wait for all parts
to cool down before starting the operation.
High pressure is generated inside the engine fuel piping system when the engine is running.
When replacing the filter, wait for at least 30 seconds after stopping the engine to let the internal pressure go down before
replacing the filter.
Do not bring any fire or flame close.

NOTICE
Genuine Komatsu fuel filter cartridges use a special filter that has highly efficient filtering ability. When replacing the filter
cartridge, always use a genuine Komatsu part.
The common rail fuel injection system used on this machine consists of more precise parts than the conventional injection
pump and nozzle.
If any part other than a genuine Komatsu filter cartridge is used, dust or dirt may get in and cause problems with the injection
system. Always avoid using substitute parts.
When carrying out inspection or maintenance of the fuel system, pay more attention than normal to the entry of dirt. If dirt is
stuck to any part, use fuel to wash it off completely.

Prepare a container to catch drain fuel.

Prepare a filter wrench

1. Turn the valve (5) at the bottom of the fuel tank to the CLOSE
position (S).

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2. Set the container to catch the fuel under the filter cartridge (1).
3. Remove transparent cup (2) from the filter and inspect it. If it is
broken or damaged, replace it with a new part.
4. Using a filter wrench, turn filter cartridge (1) counterclockwise
on remove it.

5. Clean transparent cup (2) and remove seal (3). Coat the new
seal with clean fuel or oil.
6. Install transparent cup (2) to the new filter cartridge.
Tightening torque for cup: 10 Nm (1.0 kgm, 7.2 lbft)

NOTICE
It is not necessary to fill the filter cartridge with oil.
Cap (A) is installed to prevent dirt from entering the inside of the filter
cartridge.

When replacing the filter cartridge, check that drain plug (4) at
the bottom of transparent cup (2) is securely tightened.
(Tightening torque: 0.2-0.4 Nm (0.02 - 0.046 kgm, 0.1 - 0.3 lbft)

7. Clean the filter cartridge mount on the filter holder and check
that there is no dirt or damage. In particular, if there is dirt or
damage to seal surfaces (B) or (C), air will be sucked in or fuel
will leak, and it will lead to the entry of dirt.
8. Coat the packing surface of the filter cartridge with oil.
9. Remove filter cartridge cap (A), check that there is no dirt or
damage to the filter holder and filter cartridge, then install the
filter cartridge to the filter holder.
10. When installing, tighten until the packing surface contacts the
seal surface of the filter holder, then tighten it 3/4 of a turn.
If the filter cartridge is tightened too far, the packing will be
damaged and this will lead to leakage of fuel. If the filter
cartridge is too loose, fuel will also leak from the packing, so
always tighten the correct amount.

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REPLACE FUEL MAIN FILTER CARTRIDGE

WARNING
After the engine has been operated, all parts are at high temperature, so do not replace the filter immediately. Wait for all parts
to cool down before starting the operation.
High pressure is generated inside the engine fuel piping system when the engine is running.
When replacing the filter, wait for at least 30 seconds after stopping the engine to let the internal pressure go down before
replacing the filter.
Do not bring any fire or flame close.

NOTICE
Genuine Komatsu fuel filter cartridges use a special filter that has highly efficient filtering ability. When replacing the filter
cartridge, always use a genuine Komatsu part.
The common rail fuel injection system used on this machine consists of more precise parts than the conventional injection
pump and nozzle.
If any part other than a genuine Komatsu filter cartridge is used, dust or dirt may get in and cause problems with the injection
system. Always avoid using substitute parts.
When carrying out inspection or maintenance of the fuel system, pay more attention than normal to the entry of dirt. If dirt is
stuck to any part, use fuel to wash it off completely.

Prepare a container to catch drain fuel.

Prepare a filter wrench

1. Set the container to catch the fuel under the filter cartridge (1).
2. Turn the air bleed valve (2) to the open position (O).
3. Using a filter wrench, turn filter cartridge (1) counterclockwise
on remove it.

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4. Clean the filter cartridge mount on the filter holder and check
that there is no dirt or damage. In particular, if there is dirt or
damage to seal surfaces (B) or (C), air will be sucked in or fuel
will leak, and it will lead to the entry of dirt.
5. Coat the packing surface of the filter cartridge with oil.

6. Remove filter cartridge cap (A), check that there is no dirt or

damage to the filter holder and filter cartridge, then install the
filter cartridge to the filter holder.

NOTICE
Do not fill the filter cartridge with fuel.
Cap (A) is installed to prevent dirt from entering the inside of the filter
cartridge.

7. When installing, tighten until the packing surface contacts the seal surface of the filter holder, then tighten it 3/4
of a turn.
If the filter cartridge is tightened too far, the packing will be damaged and this will lead to leakage of fuel. If the
filter cartridge is too loose, fuel will also leak from the packing, so always tighten the correct amount.
8. After finishing the replacement of two fuel filter cartridges (1), open the fuel valve beneath the fuel tank to bleed
air in reference to "BLEEDING AIR FROM FUEL CIRCUIT (PAGE 4-43)".
9. fter finishing air bleeding, check that air bleeding bulb (2) is in
the SHUTOFF position (S), start up the engine, and then check
the filter sealing face for fuel leakage. If there is any leakage,
check the filter cartridge for its tightening condition. Should
there be still leakage after confirming the filter cartridge is fully
tightened, remove it following step 1. and 2. above, and check
the packing surface for damage or a pinched foreign material.
If any of them is found, replace the filter cartridge with a new
one, and repeat the step 3. through 8. above.

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CHECK SWING PINION GREASE LEVEL, ADD GREASE

Prepare a scale.
1. Before starting the inspection, swing 2 times to the right or left, then lower the work equipment to the ground and
stop the engine.
2. Open the grease pump box on the right side of the machine,
remove 3 bolts (1), then remove plate (2) at the spare grease
can location point.
3. Remove bolts (3) (4 bolts) on the top of the revolving frame and
remove cover (4).

4. Insert a scale into the grease and check that the depth of the
grease is approx. 36 mm (1.4 in). Add grease if necessary.
Insert the scale (A) in the position shown in the diagram on the
right when measuring.

If the grease is particularly milky due to ingress of water, etc., then

remove bolts (5) and cover (6) from the bottom of the track frame
and remove the grease. Replace all of the grease with new grease.

The total amount of grease is 55 liters (49.5 kg) (14.5 US gal) (109
lb)).

5. Install cover (4) with bolts (3) .

6. Install plate (2) with bolts (1).

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CLEAN,CHECK RADIATOR FINS,OIL COOLER FINS,FUEL COOLER FINS,AFTERCOOLER

FINS,CONDENSER FINS (machines equipped with air conditioner),PTO OIL COOLER
WARNING
If compressed air, high-pressure water, or steam hits your body directly or dirt is sent flying by the compressed air, high-pressure
water, or steam, there is danger of personal injury. Always wear protective glasses, dust mask, and other protective equipment.

NOTICE
When using compressed air, use from a distance to prevent damage to the fins.
In particular, with the fuel cooler and aftercooler, blow with compressed air at an angle of 45° with the nozzle at a distance of at
least 300 mm (11.8 in).
Never blow the compressed air at right angles to the core. If the fins are damaged, it may cause coolant leakage or overheating.
On dusty jobsites, check the fins daily, irrespective of the maintenance interval.

1. Open rear ducts (1) and (2) at the right side of the machine.
For duct (1), remove 4 bolts (3); for duct (2), remove 8 bolts (4).
Then open the ducts.
2. Blow off mud, dust or leaves clogging the radiator fins (E), oil
cooler fins (D), fuel cooler fins (B), after cooler fins (C) and PTO
cooler (F) using compressed air. At the same time, clean the
net in front of the oil cooler. Clean the condenser fins (A) on
machines equipped with air conditioner.
Steam or water may be used instead of compressed air, but
maintain the proper distance from the fins.
Cleaning can also be carried out by rotating the fan in reverse.
The aftercooler fan is not equipped with a fan reverse rotation
function.
For details of rotating the fan in reverse, see "Fan Reverse
Rotation (PAGE 3-27)".
3. Check the rubber hose. Replace with a new one if the hose is
found to have cracks or to be hardened by aging.
Also, check hose clamps for looseness.

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CLEAN AIR CONDITIONER FRESH/RECIRC FILTERS

WARNING
If compressed air scattered around dust and debris, there is danger of injury. Always wear protective equipment such as
protective glasses and mask.

NOTICE
As a guideline, the filters should be cleaned every 500 hours, but on dusty jobsites, clean the filters more frequently.

REMARK
If the filter becomes clogged, the air flow will be reduced, and there will be an abnormal noise from the air conditioner
unit.

Cleaning Recirculated Air Filter

1. Remove wing bolts (1) from the inspection window at the
bottom rear left on the inside of the operator's cab, then take
out the recirculated air filter.
2. Clean the filter with compressed air. If there is oil on the filter,
or if the filter is extremely dirty, wash it in a neutral agent. After
rinsing it in water, dry it thoroughly before using it again.
If the clogging of the filter cannot be removed by blowing with
air or washing in water, replace the filter with a new part.

Cleaning Fresh Air Filter

1. Pull up the lock release lever (1) under the door release lever
to release the lock.

2. Open cover (2) at the bottom left of the operator's cab by hand,
pull out filter case (3) from the inside, then remove the filter.

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3. Clean the filter with compressed air. If there is oil on the filter, or if the filter is extremely dirty, wash it in a neutral
agent. After rinsing it in water, dry it thoroughly before using it again.
If the clogging of the filter cannot be removed by blowing with air or washing in water, replace the filter with a new
part.
4. After cleaning, insert the filter in filter case (3) again, open the cover at the bottom left of the operator's cab by
hand, return the filter case to its original position, then close the cover. When doing this, check that the lock is
applied.

REPLACE PILOT FILTER ELEMENT

WARNING
After the engine is stopped, the parts and oil are at high temperature, so there is danger of burns. Wait for the temperature to go
down before starting the operation.

1. Set a container under drain plug (1) to catch the oil.

2. Loosen bolt (2), then remove filter case (3).
3. Remove element (4).
4. Tighten drain plug (1).
5. Insert a new element, then install filter case (3) and tighten bolt
(2).
6. Tighten bolt (2).
Tightening torque: 65 to 88 Nm (6.6 to 9.0 kgm, 48 to 65 lbft)

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CLEAN STRAINER OF PTO LUBRICATING OIL FILTER

WARNING
The parts and oil are at high temperature after the engine is stopped, and may cause serious burns. Wait for the temperature
to go down before cleaning the engine breather.
When using compressed air, there is a hazard that dirt may be blown up and cause serious injury.
Always use safety glasses, dust mask, or other protective equipment.

1. Open the cover at the rear left of the machine, then remove
filter case (1).
2. Take out the strainer, remove any dirt stuck to the strainer, then
wash it in flushing oil.
If the strainer is damaged, replace it with a new part.
3. Install the strainer and filter case (1).

CHECK, REPLACE ALTERNATOR, AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELTS

Checking
Check the belt and when the following conditions exist, replace the belt
When cracking and peeling of the belt occurs.
When belt is worn and there are vertical cracks.

Replacement
1. Loosen locknut (2) of push bolt (1), then screw in push bolt fully
and loosening tension pulley.
2. Replace the belt.
3. Loosen push bolt (1) until approx. 90 mm (3.5 in) of the thread
can be seen, then tighten locknut (2).

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REPLACE DRAIN FILTER CARTRIDGE

1. Using a filter wrench, turn the filter cartridge (1) to the left to
remove it.
2. Fill the new filter cartridge with hydraulic oil, coat the packing
surface with oil, then install it.
When installing it, bring the packing surface into contact with
the seal surface of the filter holder, then tighten a further 1/2 -
3/4 turns.

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CHANGE OIL IN ENGINE OIL PAN, REPLACE ENGINE OIL FILTER CARTRIDGE
WARNING
Parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped and may cause serious burns. Wait for the oil
temperature to go down before performing this operation.

Refill capacity: 86 liters (22.7 US gal) (When filter is replaced)

Prepare a filter wrench

1. Remove cover (1) under the chassis.

2. Set a container directly under drain valve (P) under the engine
to catch the drained oil.
3. Take the drain hose from the tool box and install it to drain
valve (P).
4. To prevent it getting oil on yourself, turn lever (3) of drain valve
(P) slowly to the open position (O).

REMARK
Do as follows to set lever (3) to the open position (O).
A: Pull lever (3) slightly forward.
B: Turn lever (3) from position (S) to position (O).

5. After draining the oil, turn the drain valve to the closed position (S).
6. Install cover (1).

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7. Open the engine room door.

8. Use a filter wrench to turn 3 filter cartridge (4) to the left to
remove it.
9. Clean the filter holder, fill the new filter cartridge with clean oil,
coat the thread and packing surface of the new filter cartridge
with clean oil (or coat it thinly with grease), then install it to the
filter holder.

REMARK
Check that there is no old packing stuck to the filter holder. If there
is any old packing stuck to the filter, it will cause leakage of oil.

10. When installing, tighten until the packing surface contacts the seal surface of the filter holder, then tighten it a
further 3/4 to 1 turn.

11. After replacing the filter cartridge, add oil through oil filler (F).
Add oil until the oil level is between the H and L marks on the
ENGINE STOPPED side of dipstick (G).

12. Run the engine for a short time at low idling, then stop the engine. Check that the oil level gauge is between the
H and L marks. For details, see "Check Oil Level in Engine Oil Pan, Add Oil (PAGE 3-79)".

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EVERY 1000 HOURS MAINTENANCE

Maintenance for every 10, 100, 250, and 500 hours of service should be performed at the same time.

REPLACE HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER ELEMENT

WARNING
The parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped, and may cause burns. Wait for the
temperature to go down before starting the work.
When removing the oil filler cap, turn it slowly to release the internal pressure, then remove it.

1. Remove the cap from oil filler (F) on top of the hydraulic tank,
and release the internal pressure.
2. Loosen 4 bolts, then remove cover (1).
When doing this, the cover may fly out under the force of spring
(2), hold the cover down when removing the bolts.
3. After removing spring (2), valve (3) and strainer (5), take out
element (4).
If there are metal particles or foreign material inside strainer
(5), contact your Komatsu distributor.
4. Clean the removed parts in flushing oil.
5. Install the new element in the place where old element (4) was
installed.

REMARK
When doing this, check that the seat surfaces (both ends) of spring
(2) are horizontal.
Check that the seat surface of the spring is not raised as shown in
diagram (A) on the right.

6. Set valve (3), strainer (5) and spring (2) on top of the element.
7. Set cover (1) in position, push it down by hand, and install the cover with the mounting bolts.
8. Install the cap of oil filler port (F).
9. To bleed the air, start the engine according to "STARTING ENGINE (PAGE 3-100)" and run the engine at low
idle for 10 minutes.
10. Stop the engine.

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REMARK
Operate the machine after halting for more than 5 minutes to eliminate bubbles in the oil inside the tank.

11. Check for oil leakage and wipe off any spilled oil.

REPLACE BREATHER ELEMENT IN HYDRAULIC TANK

WARNING
The parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped, and may cause burns. Wait for the
temperature to go down before starting the work.
When removing the oil filler cap, turn it slowly to release the internal pressure, then remove it.

1. Set the work equipment to the hydraulic oil level inspection posture.

2. Remove the cap of oil filler (F) at the top of the hydraulic tank.
3. Replace element (1) inside the cap.

4. Remove nut (3) of breather assembly (2) at the top of the

hydraulic tank, then remove cover (4).
5. Replace filter element (5) with a new element.
6. Install cover (4) and nut (3).

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CLEAN HYDRAULIC TANK RETURN STRAINER

WARNING
The parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped, and may cause burns. Wait for the
temperature to go down before starting the work.
When removing the oil filler cap, turn it slowly to release the internal pressure, then remove it.

1. Remove cap (F) from the oil filler port at the top of the hydraulic
tank.

2. Remove (4) mounting bolts (1) of the return strainer holder

cover at the top of the hydraulic tank, then remove return filter
holder cover (2).
3. Remove strainer (3).
4. Remove any dirt stuck to strainer (3), then wash it with flushing
oil. If the strainer is damaged, replace it with a new part.
5. Insert strainer (3), hold it down with return strainer holder cover
(2), set it in position, then tighten bolts (1).

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REPLACE FUEL TANK BREATHER ELEMENT

WARNING
All the parts are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped, and may cause burns. Wait for the temperature to
go down before starting the work.

1. Remove nut (2) of breather assembly (1) at the top surface of

the fuel tank, then remove cover (3).
2. Replace breather element (4) with a new part.
3. Install cover (3) and nut (2).

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CHANGE OIL IN SWING MACHINERY CASE

WARNING
Parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped and may cause serious burns. Wait for the oil
temperature to go down before performing this operation.

Refill capacity: 40 liters (12.84 US gal) (20 liters X 2 (6.42 US gal X 2))
1. Pull out drain hose (1) under the chassis from inspection
window (2).
2. Set a container under the drain hose to catch the drained oil.
3. Loosen drain valve (P) under the body, drain the oil, then
tighten the drain valve again.

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4. Replace breather (3).

5. Remove dipstick (G) and air bleed plug (4) (remove air bleed
plug (4) only when supplying oil to the front machinery), then
add the specified amount of oil through dipstick guide (F).
6. After filling with oil, install air bleed plug (4) of the front
machinery.
7. Check the oil level. For details, see "Check Oil Level in Swing
Machinery Case, Add Oil (PAGE 3-85)".
8. Immediately after changing the oil, oil level is variable.
So operate for one hour, then check the oil level again.

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CHANGE OIL IN PTO CASE

WARNING
Parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped and may cause serious burns. Wait for the oil
temperature to go down before performing this operation.

NOTICE
Park the machine on flat ground and stop the engine. After waiting for more than 30 minutes after stopping the engine, check the
oil level.

Refill capacity: 13.5 liters (3.57 US gal)

1. Remove plug (1) under the chassis, loosen drain valve (2), and
drain the oil.
Be careful not to loosen the drain valve too far and deform the
stopper pin inside the valve.
2. After draining the oil, tighten drain valve (2), then install plug
(1).
Tightening torque of drain valve (2): 49.0 - 78.5 Nm (5 - 8 kgm,
36.2 - 57.9 lbft)
Tightening torque of plug (1): 58.8 - 78.5 Nm (6 - 8 kgm, 43.4
- 57.9 lbft)

3. Refill the specified quantity of oil through oil filler (F).

4. Check the oil level. For details, see "Check Oil Level in PTO
Case, Add Oil (PAGE 3-87)".

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REPLACE CORROSION RESISTOR CARTRIDGE

WARNING
The oil is at high temperature after the engine has been operated, so never replace the cartridge immediately after finishing
operations.
Wait for the oil to cool down before replacing cartridge.

Container to catch drained coolant

Prepare a filter wrench for fuel filter element.

1. Turn valve (1) to the CLOSE position.

2. Set a container to catch the coolant under the cartridge.
3. Using a filter wrench, remove cartridge (2).
4. Clean the filter holder, coat the packing surface and thread of
the new cartridge with oil, then install it to the filter holder.
5. When installing, tighten until the packing surface contacts the
seal surface of the filter holder, then tighten it up 2/3 of a turn.
If the filter cartridge is tightened too far, the packing will be
damaged and this will lead to leakage of coolant.
If the filter cartridge is too loose, coolant will also leak from the
packing, so always tighten to the correct amount.
6. Turn valve (1) to the OPEN position.
7. After replacing the cartridge, start the engine and check for any
coolant leakage from the filter seal surface. If there is any
leakage, check if the cartridge is tightened properly.

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GREASE, CHECK TENSION PULLEY ASSEMBLY OF ALTERNATOR, AIR CONDITIONER

COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT
Using a grease gun, lubricate the grease fitting marked by the
arrow.
(1) Tension pulley assembly (1 place)

Check the pulley for play or leakage of grease. If any problem

is found, please ask your Komatsu distributor to carry out
disassembly and repair or replacement.

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CHECK WELDED STRUCTURE

(Color check)
Cracks in welded structures can be seen easily with a color check. Check the revolving frame, center frame, boom,
and arm every 1000 hours.
In particular, carry out a color check on the important check points (marked with a circle).
The procedure for the color check is as follows.
1. Prepare the materials needed for the color check. (Detergent, penetrating agent, developing solution)
2. Spray with detergent and wash to remove all the dirt and oil from the place to be checked.
3. After washing, dry the area, then spray with penetrating agent and leave for 5 - 20 minutes.
4. Spray with detergent, then clean the surface with a cloth.
5. Clean the surface again, then spray with developing solution.
6. Leave for 15 - 20 minutes, then check visually for cracks.
If there are any cracks, color can be seen.
7. If there are any cracks, carry out the repair procedure to repair.

Revolving frame

Center frame

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Boom

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Arm

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EVERY 2000 HOURS MAINTENANCE

Maintenance for every 10, 100, 250, 500, and 1000 hours of service should be performed at the same time.

CHANGE OIL IN FINAL DRIVE CASE

WARNING
The parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped, and may cause serious burns. Wait for the
temperature to go down before starting the operation.
If there is still pressure remaining inside the case, the oil or plug may fly out.
Loosen the plug slowly to release the pressure.

Refill capacity: each 22 liters (5.8 US gal)

Refill capacity: Left, right 21 liters (5.6 US gal) each
Prepare a handle.
1. Set the TOP mark at the top, with the TOP mark and plug (P)
perpendicular to the ground surface.
2. Set a container under plug (P) to catch the oil.
3. Remove plugs (P) and (F) with the handle and drain the oil.

REMARK
Check the O-rings in the plugs for damage. If necessary, replace
with new ones.

4. Tighten plug (P).

5. Add oil through the hole of plug (F).
6. When the oil overflows from the hole of plug (F), install plug (F).
Tightening torque of plugs (P) and (F) :
93.1 - 122.5 Nm (9.5 - 12.5 kgm, 68.7 - 90.4 lbft)

CHECK BOOST PIPING HOSE CLAMPS

Ask your Komatsu distributor to carry out the inspection.

CHECK ALTERNATOR
There is a possibility that the bearing is short of grease. Call your Komatsu distributor for inspection and repair.

CHECK ENGINE VALVE CLEARANCE, ADJUST

Special tools are needed for inspection and maintenance, so contact your Komatsu distributor.

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CLEAN HYDRAULIC TANK STRAINER

WARNING
After the engine is stopped, the parts and oil are at high temperature, so there is danger of burns. Wait for the temperature to
go down before starting the operation.
When the cap of the oil filler port is removed, oil may spurt out, so turn it slowly to release the internal pressure, then remove
it carefully.
When removing cover (1), the cover may fly off under the force of spring (2), so loosen the 4 bolts slowly.

1. Remove cap (F) from the oil filler port at the top of the hydraulic
tank.
2. Remove cover (1) and lift up the top of rod (3) from above to
take out spring (2) and strainer (4).
3. Remove any dirt stuck to strainer (4), then wash it in flushing
oil. If strainer (4) is damaged, replace it with a new part.
4. When installing, check that the O-ring at the bottom of strainer
(4) is not out of place or twisted, then coat the surface of the
O-ring with grease, insert it on to tank protrusion (5), and install.
5. Install cover (1) with bolts.

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CHECKING CHARGE PRESSURE OF NITROGEN GAS IN ACCUMULATOR (FOR CONTROL

CIRCUIT)
WARNING
The accumulator is charged with high-pressure nitrogen gas, so mistaken operation may cause an explosion, which will lead to
serious injury or damage. When handling the accumulator, always do as follows.
The pressure in the hydraulic circuit cannot be completely removed. When removing the hydraulic equipment, do not stand
in the direction that the oil spurts out when carrying out the operation. In addition, loosen the bolts slowly when carrying out
the operation.
Do not disassemble the accumulator.
Do not bring it near flame or dispose of it in fire.
Do not make holes in it or weld it.
Do not hit it, roll it, or subject it to any impact.
When disposing of the accumulator, the gas must be released. Please contact your Komatsu distributor to have this work
carried out.

NOTICE
If the nitrogen gas charge pressure in the accumulator is low and operations are continued, it will become impossible to release
the remaining pressure inside the hydraulic circuit if a failure occurs on the machine.

FUNCTION OF ACCUMULATOR
The accumulator stores the pressure in the control circuit. Even
after the engine is stopped, the control circuit can be operated, so
the following actions are possible.
If the control lever is operated in the direction to lower the work
equipment, it is possible for the work equipment to go down
under its own weight.
The pressure in the hydraulic circuit can be released.

The accumulator is installed to the position shown in the diagram

on the right.

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CHECKING FUNCTION OF ACCUMULATOR

CAUTION
When carrying out the inspection, check first that there is no person or obstacle in the surrounding area.

Check the nitrogen gas charge pressure as follows.

1. Stop the machine on firm, level ground.
2. Hold the work equipment in the maximum reach posture (arm
fully out, bucket fully dumped) at a height (A) 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in)
from the ground.

Carry out Steps 3 - 5 within 15 seconds.

When the engine is stopped, the pressure in the accumulator gradually goes down. For this reason, the check can
only be carried out immediately after the engine is stopped.

3. Keep the work equipment at the maximum reach, turn the

starting switch to the OFF position (A), and stop the engine.

4. Turn the starting switch to the ON position (B).

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5. With the lock lever at the FREE position (F), operate the work
equipment control levers fully in the LOWER direction and
check that the work equipment is lowered to the ground.

6. If the work equipment goes down under its weight and contacts
the ground, the accumulator is normal.
If the work equipment does not go down or stops in midway,
the charged pressure of the gas in the accumulator for the
hydraulic circuit has probably dropped.
Please contact your Komatsu distributor for inspection.

7. This completes the inspection. After completion of the inspection, set the lock lever to the LOCK position and
turn the starting switch to the OFF position.

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METHOD OF RELEASING PRESSURE IN HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT

WARNING
The hydraulic system is always under internal pressure, so when inspecting or replacing the piping or hoses, always release
the pressure in the circuit before starting. If the pressure is not released, high pressure oil may spurt out and cause serious
personal injury.
The parts and oil are at high temperature after the engine is stopped, and may cause serious burns. Wait for the temperature
to go down before starting the operation.
When the oil filler cap is removed, oil may spurt out, so turn the cap slowly to release the pressure before removing the cap.

1. Stop the machine on firm horizontal ground, lower the work

equipment to the ground as shown in the diagram on the right,
then stop the engine.

Set the lock lever at the FREE position (F).

2. Turn the starting switch to the ON position.

3. Operate each work equipment control lever to the full stroke within 5 - 6 seconds after stopping the engine.
4. Remove the cap of the hydraulic tank.
5. Start the engine, run for approx. 10 seconds, then stop the engine again.
Do not run the engine at more than 1000 rpm.
Set the work equipment control levers to the HOLD position.
6. Turn the starting switch to the ON position.
7. Operate each work equipment control lever to the full stroke within 5 - 6 seconds after stopping the engine.
Repeat Steps 5 - 7 three times.

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EVERY 4000 HOURS MAINTENANCE

Maintenance for every 10, 100, 250, 500, 1000, and 2000 hours of service should be performed at the same time.

CHECK WATER PUMP

Check that there is no oil leakage, water leakage. If any
abnormality is found, contact your Komatsu distributor for
disassembly and repair or replacement.

CHECK STARTING MOTOR

Wear on the brush and the bearings short of grease are suspected, so ask the Komatsu distributor in your territory
for the repairs.

CHECK AIR COMPRESSOR, ADJUST

As special tool is required for checking and adjusting the parts, request Komatsu distributor for service.

REPLACE ACCUMULATOR (FOR CONTROL CIRCUIT)

Replace the accumulator every 2 years or every 4000 hours, whichever comes sooner.

WARNING
The accumulator is charged with high-pressure nitrogen gas, so mistaken operation may cause an explosion, which will lead to
serious injury or damage. When handling the accumulator, always do as follows.
The pressure in the hydraulic circuit cannot be completely removed. When removing the hydraulic equipment, do not stand
in the direction that the oil spurts out when carrying out the operation. In addition, loosen the bolts slowly when carrying out
the operation.
Do not disassemble the accumulator.
Do not bring it near flame or dispose of it in fire.
Do not make holes in it or weld it.
Do not hit it, roll it, or subject it to any impact.
When disposing of the accumulator, the gas must be released. Please contact your Komatsu distributor to have this work
carried out.

If operations are continued after the performance of the

accumulator has dropped, it will be impossible to release the
remaining pressure in the hydraulic circuit if there should be a
failure on the machine. Please ask your Komatsu distributor to
replace the accumulator.

The accumulator is installed to the position shown in the diagram

on the right.

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CHECK FOR LOOSENESS OF HIGH-PRESSURE PIPING CLAMP, HARDENING OF RUBBER

Check visually and touch by hand to check that there are no loose mounting bolts for high-pressure piping clamps
(1) - (20) in the diagram and no hardening of any rubber parts. If any problem is found, the part must be replaced.
In this case, please ask your Komatsu distributor to carry out the replacement.

NOTICE
If the engine continues to be used when there are loose bolts, hardened rubber, or missing parts, there is danger of damage or
breakage occurring due to vibration and wear at the connections of high-pressure piping. Always check that the proper
high-pressure piping clamps are correctly installed.

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CHECK FOR MISSING FUEL SPRAY PREVENTION CAP, HARDENING OF RUBBER

Fuel spray prevention caps (1) - (16) and fuel spray prevention cover (17) are protective parts installed to prevent
fire caused by fuel leaking and spraying out on to high temperature parts of the engine. Check visually that there
are no missing caps or loose bolts, and feel with your finger to check that the rubber has not hardened. If there is
any problem, the problem part must be replaced. Contact your Komatsu distributor for part replacement.

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EVERY 5000 HOURS MAINTENANCE

Maintenance for every 10, 100, 250, 500, 1000, and 2000 hours of service should be performed at the same time.

CHANGE OIL IN HYDRAULIC TANK, CLEAN STRAINER

WARNING
The parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped, and may cause burns. Wait for the
temperature to go down before starting the work.
When removing the oil filler cap, turn it slowly to release the internal pressure, then remove it.

Refill capacity: 670 liters (177.01 US gal)

Prepare a handle for socket wrench set
1. Swing the upper structure so that the drain plug under the
hydraulic tank will be between both tracks.
2. Retract the arm and bucket cylinders, then lower the boom and
put the teeth in contact with the ground.
3. Set the lock lever to the LOCK position and stop the engine.

4. Remove the cap of oil filler (F) at the top of the hydraulic tank.

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5. Set the container to catch the oil under the drain plug at the
bottom of the chassis. Remove plug (1), then loosen drain
valve (P) and drain the oil. After draining the oil, tighten drain
valve (P) and plug (1).
Tightening torque: 68.6 ± 9.8 Nm (7 ± 1 kgm, 50 ± 7 lbft)

When removing drain valve (P), take care not to pour oil over
yourself.

6. Remove 4 bolts, then remove cover (4). When doing this, cover
(4) may fly off because of the force of spring (5), so keep the
cover pushed down when removing the bolts.
7. Hold the top of rod (6) and pull up to remove spring (5) and
strainer (7).
8. Remove any dirt stuck to strainer (7), then wash in clean diesel
oil or flushing oil. If strainer (7) is broken, replace it with a new
part.
9. When installing, insert strainer (7) into protruding part (8) of the
tank, and assemble.
10. Fill with the specified amount of oil through oil filler port (F).
Check that the oil level is within the correct range on the sight
gauge.

11. Bleed the air from the circuit after cleaning or replacing the filter element or strainer, or after changing the oil.

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EVERY 8000 HOURS MAINTENANCE

Maintenance for every 10, 100, 250, 500, 1000, 2000, and 4000 hours of service should be performed at the same
time.

REPLACE HIGH-PRESSURE PIPING CLAMP

Contact your Komatsu distributor to have the engine high-pressure clamps replaced.

REPLACE FUEL SPRAY PREVENTION CAP

Contact your Komatsu distributor to have the fuel spray prevention cap replaced.

OVERHAUL STARTING MOTOR AND ALTERNATOR

Ask your Komatsu distributor to carry out this work.

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SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS
Item Unit PC1250-8R PC1250SP-8R

Operating weight kg (lb) 109,900 (242,330) 110,700 (246,299)

3
Bucket capacity m (cu.yd) 5.2 (6.8) 6.7 (8.8)
Name of engine - KOMATSU SAA6D170E-5 diesel engine
Engine horsepower kW (HP) / rpm 502 (682) / 1,800
A Overall length mm (ft in) 16,020 (52' 7") 14,790 (48' 6")
B Overall height mm (ft in) 6,040 (19' 10") 6,265 (20' 7")
C Overall width mm (ft in) 5,355 (17' 7")
D Track width mm (ft in) 700 (2' 4")
E Height of cab mm (ft in) 4,120 (13' 6")
F Radius of upper structure mm (ft in) 4,870 (15' 12")
G Length of track mm (ft in) 6,425 (21' 1")
H Tumbler center distance mm (ft in) 4,995 (16' 5")
I Min. ground clearance mm (ft in) 990 (3' 3")
Travel speed (Lo/Hi) km/h (MPH) 2.1 / 3.2 (1.3 / 2.0)
Swing speed rpm 5.8

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Warking ranges Unit PC1250-8R PC1250SP-8R

A Max. digging reach mm (ft in) 15,350 (50' 4") 14,070 (46' 2")
B Max. digging depth mm (ft in) 9,350 (30' 8") 7,900 (25' 11")
C Max. digging height mm (ft in) 13,400 (43' 12") 13,000 (42' 8")
D Max. vertical wall depth mm (ft in) 7,610 (24' 12") 5,025 (16' 6")
E Max. dumping height mm (ft in) 8,680 (28' 6") 8,450 (27' 9")
F Max. reach at ground level mm (ft in) 15,000 (49' 3") 13,670 (44' 10")

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFETY ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFETY

When installing attachments or options to the machine, it is necessary to pay attention to safety. Please obey the
following precautions strictly when selecting, installing, or using attachments or options.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN SELECTING

Please consult your Komatsu distributor before installing attachments or options to the machine. Depending on
the type of attachment or option, it may be necessary to install a front guard, overhead guard, or other safety
structure to the machine. There may also be problems of the attachment or option hitting the operator's cab.
Install only attachments or options authorized by Komatsu. Komatsu cannot accept any responsibility for any
accident, damage, or failure caused by the use of attachments or options not authorized by Komatsu.

READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL THOROUGHLY

Before installing or using any attachment or option, make sure that you thoroughly read and understand the
instruction manuals for the machine and the attachment or option.
If you lose the instruction manual or it is damaged, always obtain an new copy from the attachment manufacturer
or your Komatsu distributor.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN REMOVING OR INSTALLING

When removing or installing the attachment or option, obey the following precautions, and take care to ensure safety
during the operation.
Carry out the removal and installation operation on a flat, firm ground surface.
When the operation is carried out by two or more workers, choose the leader and follow his instructions.
Use a crane when handling heavy objects (more than 25 kg (55 lb)). (The crane must be operated by a qualified
operator.)
Never go under a load raised by the crane.
Do not carry out operations with the load kept raised by the crane. Always use a stand to prevent the load from
falling.
When removing a heavy part, consider the balance after it is removed. To prevent the machine from tipping over,
set a support in position if necessary before removing the part.
Before installing or after removing the attachment or option, set it in a stable condition to prevent it from falling
over.
For details of the removal or installation operation, please consult your Komatsu distributor.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING

When long or heavy work equipment is installed, remember the following precautions. Before starting operations,
move the machine to a safe place and carry out a test operation to make sure that you fully understand the
movement, center of gravity, and working range of the machine.
Do not swing the work equipment if the machine is at an angle. If the work equipment is swung with the machine
at an angle, there is danger that the machine will tip over.
Always maintain a safe distance from obstacles in the surrounding area when operating. If long work equipment
is installed, the working range becomes larger.
If heavy work equipment is installed, pay careful attention to the following precautions.
The swing overrun (the distance the work equipment moves before completely stopping after the swing brake
is applied) will be greater. There is danger of hitting objects if the swing overrun is miscalculated, so allow extra
space to the swing position when swinging.
The hydraulic drift of the work equipment (the amount of the work equipment moves down under its own weight
when it is stopped in a raised position) also becomes greater. Do not stop the work equipment in a raised
position; always lower it to the ground.
Do not swing, lower, or stop the work equipment suddenly. There is danger that the machine may tip over.
Do not suddenly extend or retract the boom cylinder. The shock may cause the machine to tip over.

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ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS ATTACHMENT GUIDE

ATTACHMENT GUIDE
WARNING
Please read the instruction manual for the attachment and the sections of this manual related to attachments and options.
When installing any attachment or option, there may be problems with safety, so please contact your Komatsu distributor
before installing.
Installing attachments or options without consulting your Komatsu distributor may not only cause problems with safety, but
may also have an adverse effect on the operation of the machine and the life of the equipment.
Any injuries, accidents, or damage resulting from the use of unauthorized attachments or options will not be the responsibility
of Komatsu.

COMBINATIONS OF WORK EQUIPMENT

WARNING
Depending on the type or combination of work equipment, there is danger that the work equipment may hit the cab or machine
body.
When using unfamiliar work equipment for the first time, check before starting if there is any danger of interference, and operate
with caution.

Select the combination of boom, arm, and bucket from the combinations shown in the table below.

Model PC1250 PC1250SP

Standard boom SP boom Bucket width [mm (in)]
Boom
9.1 m 7.8 m
Strong Excluding Including
Standard Strong Semilong Long
Arm Semilong SP arm side cutter side cutter
arm arm arm arm
arm side shroud side shroud
1,500 1,670
3.4 <4.4> - - B - A -
(59.1 in) (65.8 in)
1,710 1,880
Work equipment

4.0 <5.2> B - A - C -
(67.4 in) (74.1 in)
2,050 2,220
Bucket m3 <cb.yd>

5.0 <6.5> A - C - - -
(80.8 in) (87.5 in)
2,050 2,110
5.2 <6.8> - A - C - -
(80.8 in) (83.1 in)
5.2 <6.8>
2,050 2,110
standard - B - C - -
(80.8 in) (83.1 in)
strong
2,280 2,340
6.7 <8.8> - - - - - A
(89.8 in) (92.2 in)
6.7 <8.8>
2,280 2,340
wide - - - - - B
(89.8 in) (92.2 in)
strong
A: For standard operations (density up to 1.8 t/m3 3,000 lb/yb3)
B: Possible to use only for heavy work (density up to 2.1 t/m3 3,500 lb/yb3)
C: Possible to use only for light work (density up to 1.5 t/m3 2,500 lb/yb3)
-: Impossible to use

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Working Range Diagram

PC1250-8R PC1250-8R PC1250-8R
Working PC1250-8R PC1250-8R PC1250SP-8R
Unit Standard Semilong Strong
ranges Strong arm Long arm SE arm
arm arm Semilong arm
Max. digging mm 15,350 15,350 16,340 16,340 17,450 14,070
A
reach (ft in) (50'4") (50'4") (53'7") (53'7") (57'3") (46'2")
Max. digging mm 9,350 9,350 10,440 10,440 11,590 7,900
B
depth (ft in) (30'8") (30'8") (34'3") (34'3") (38') (25'11")
Max. digging mm 13,400 13,400 13,490 13,490 13,910 13,000
C
height (ft in) (43'12") (43'12") (44'3") (44'3") (45'8") (42'8")
Max. vertical mm 7,610 7,610 8,490 8,490 9,480 5,025
D
wall depth (ft in) (24'12") (24'12") (27'10") (27'10") (31'1") (16'6")
Max. dumping mm 8,680 8,680 9,000 9,000 9,440 8,450
E
height (ft in) (28'6") (28'6") (29'6") (29'6") (30'12") (27'9")
Max. reach at mm 15,000 15,000 16,000 16,000 17,130 13,670
F
ground level (ft in) (49'3") (49'3") (52'6") (52'6") (56'2") (44'10")

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ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS SELECTION OF TRACK SHOES

SELECTION OF TRACK SHOES

Select the most suitable track shoe to match the operating conditions. Check the use in the table below, and select
the shoe from the table on the next page.

Category Use Precautions when using Remarks

Travel in Lo speed when traveling Categories "B" are wide shoes, so there are
Cocky ground,
on rough ground with obstacles restrictions on their use. Therefore, before
A river bed,
such as large boulders and fallen using, check the restrictions and consider
normal soil
trees. carefully the conditions of use before
Use only for ground where "B" recommending a suitable shoe width. If
sink and are impossible to use. necessary, give the customer guidance in
Cannot be used on rough ground their use.
where there are large obstacles When selecting the shoe width, select the
such as boulders and fallen trees. narrowest shoe possible within the range
Travel in Hi speed only on flat that will give no problem with flotation and
Normal soil, ground pressure. If a wider shoe than
B ground; when it is impossible to
soft land necessary is used, there will be a large load
avoid traveling over obstacles,
lower the travel speed to approx. on the shoe, and this may lead to bending of
half of Lo speed. the shoe, cracking of the links, breakage of
the pins, loosening of the shoe bolts, or
other problems.

Shoe Double grouser shoe

Model PC1250 PC1250SP
Shoe width mm (in) 700 (27.6 in) 1000 (39.4 in) 700 (27.6 in)
Overall width
mm (ft in) 4600 (15' 1") 4900 (16' 1") 4600 (15' 1")
of crawler
Ground
MPa (kg/cm2) 0.13 (1.36) 0.09 (0.96) 0.13 (1.36)
pressure
Category of use A B A

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AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS

AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM
EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS

(1) Auto-greasing switch (5) Grease pump

(2) Interval adjustment dial (6) Regulator
(3) Warning lamp (red) (7) Injector
(4) Auto-greasing/grease gun selector valve lever

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Auto-greasing Switch
This switch (1) actuates the greasing system.
When this switch is set to the AUTO position, the lamp (green)
lights up and the auto-greasing system starts to operate.
If the auto-greasing switch is at AUTO when the machine
starting switch is turned ON, the greasing system is actuated
immediately.
When the auto-greasing switch is set to the MANUAL position,
the lamp (green) lights up and the auto-greasing system starts
to operate regardless of the timer.
When using the grease gun, set the auto-greasing switch to the
MANUAL position. This position is also used when checking
operation of the grease pump and when bleeding the air from the
grease line.

Interval Adjustment Dial

This dial (2) is used to adjust the greasing interval for
auto-greasing. Remove the rubber cap; the adjustment dial is
inside.

Warning Lamp (red)

This lamp (3) lights up when there is an abnormality in the
auto-greasing system. The buzzer also sounds at the same time.

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Auto-greasing/Grease Gun Selector Valve Lever

This lever (4) is used to switch the flow of grease to the grease
gun. When using the auto-greasing system, set it to the AUTO
position (A); when using the grease gun, set it to the GREASE
GUN position (B).
After using the grease gun, always return the lever to the
auto-greasing position.

Grease Pump
This pump (5) supplies the grease.
For details of the method of handling the grease pump, see
"GREASE PUMP (PAGE 3-71)".

Regulator
WARNING
Do not raise the pressure in the regulator above a maximum of 0.49 MPa (5 kg/cm2). The pump pressure ratio is 50:1, so the grease
pressure rises to 24.5 MPa (250 kg/cm2). If the system is used at above the specified pressure, there is danger that it may lead to
a serious accident.

This regulator (6) adjusts and stabilizes the compressed air sent
from the compressor to a suitable pressure.
The regulator pressure is set to 0.44 MPa (4.5 kg/cm2) when the
machine is shipped from the factory.

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Injector
This injector (7) supplies the grease sent from grease pump (5) to
the greasing points.

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Greasing Points for Auto-greasing System

CAUTION
If there is an abnormality and the auto-greasing system does not function, supply the grease manually to greasing points (1)
- (8). For details, see the INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section.
Greasing points (9) - (13) are not included in the auto-greasing system, so supply the grease manually to these greasing points.
For details, see the INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section.

The greasing points for the auto-greasing system are as follows.

(1) Boom cylinder foot pin (2 places)

(2) Boom foot pin (2 places)
(3) Boom cylinder rod pin (2 places)
(4) Arm cylinder foot pin (1 place)
(5) Boom-Arm coupling pin (1 place)
(6) Bucket cylinder foot pin (2 places)
(7) Arm cylinder rod pin (1 place)
(8) Swing circle (4 places)

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OPERATION

CHECK BEFORE STARTING OPERATIONS

Check that there is ample grease in the grease pail in the grease pump inside the battery case. If the pump has
run out of grease, replace the grease pail.
Check that the grease pail is not dented or deformed.
Check that the auto-greasing/grease gun selector valve lever
inside the battery case is at the auto-greasing position (A).

OPERATING PROCEDURE FOR AUTO-GREASING SWITCH

To operate the auto-greasing system, turn the machine starting switch ON, then operate the auto-greasing switch
on the box on the side of the console on the right side of the operator's seat.

Operating With Auto-greasing Switch at Auto Position

When the auto-greasing switch is set to the AUTO position, the
lamp (green) lights up and the auto-greasing system starts to
operate.
When the machine starting switch is turned ON, if the
auto-greasing switch is already at the AUTO position, the
greasing operation will start immediately.

Operating With Auto-greasing Switch at Manual Position

When the auto-greasing switch is set to the MANUAL position,
the lamp (green) lights up and the auto-greasing system starts
to operate regardless of the timer.
When using the grease gun, set the auto-greasing switch to the
MANUAL position. This position is also used when checking
operation of the grease pump and when bleeding the air from the
grease line.
During manual operations, the auto-greasing system does not
operate. After using the grease gun, always return the
auto-greasing switch to the AUTO position.

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AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS

Set the auto-greasing switch to the OFF position when it is

necessary to stop the auto-greasing system, such as when the
grease piping is broken or damaged.

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ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM

METHOD OF ADJUSTING INTERVAL TIMER

CAUTION
The setting of the interval timer differs according to the type of machine and the type of work. For this reason, it is necessary for
the customer himself to set the interval timing to match the working condition of the machine.

The interval timer is installed to control the greasing interval of the auto-greasing system.
The greasing interval can be changed freely with the adjustment dial of the interval timer. The set interval has an
error of about ±15%, however (for both stopping and starting).

Examine: when timer is set to 20 minutes

The greasing interval is set to 20 minutes when the machine is shipped from the factory.

Adjustment procedure
1. Remove rubber cap (1) on the front face of the timer box.
The adjustment dial can be seen inside.

2. Using long-nosed pliers, turn the adjustment dial to set to the

desired interval timing.
3. After adjusting, install cap (1).

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AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS

METHOD OF ADJUSTING INJECTOR DISCHARGE AMOUNT

CAUTION
The setting of the injector discharge amount differs according to the type of machine and the type of work. For this reason, it is
necessary for the customer himself to set the injector discharge amount to match the working condition of the machine.

The injector is operated by the pressure from the pump, and it

feeds grease of the specified quantity to the bearing.
To see if the injector works normally, check the operation of
indicator pin (1) in its hard. If the injector is normal, the pin is
retracted first. If the pump stops and the pressure is lost, the pin
returns and it is reset for the next greasing.
Although the injector can be overhauled and repaired, replace it
with a spare one, if possible, when it has any trouble.

The injector discharge amount is set to the center position (0.7

cc/ST) when the machine is shipped from the factory.

Adjustment procedure
Adjust the discharge from the injector with adjustment screw (3) on
its hard.

1. To reduce the discharge, loosen lock nut (2) and turn

adjustment screw (3) clockwise. If the adjustment screw stops
(at the stopper), the discharge is minimized.

2. If the adjustment screw is returned by 10 turns from the fully

tightened position (minimum discharge) in 1] above, the
discharge is maximized (1.3 cc/ST).

3. After adjusting the discharge from the injector, be sure to

tighten lock nut (2).

Tightening torque for locknut (2): 19.6 to 24.5 Nm (2.0 to 2.5 kgm, 14.5 to 18.1 lbft)

Discharge/time
Turn clockwise to stopper 0.13 cc (Min)
Turn counterclockwise by 10 turns
1.30 cc (Max)
from above position

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ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM

TROUBLESHOOTING
There is an auto-greasing warning lamp and injector actuation indicator at the position to inform of abnormalities in
the auto-greasing system.

AUTO-GREASING WARNING LAMP (RED)

If there is any abnormality in the pressurization of the grease line,
the buzzer sounds and the warning lamp (red) lights up.

INJECTOR ACTION INDICATOR

The indicator pin moves up and down according to the increase or
decrease in pressure in the grease line to inform the operator that
grease is being supplied to the greasing points. If the grease is not
being supplied normally, the indicator pin does not move even
when the pressure increases or decreases, so it is possible to
detect the abnormality.

Condition Main cause Action

Auto-greasing warning lamp lights Greasing system is being run
up (buzzer sounds) with empty grease pail
Grease pail is deformed, so air is Replace grease pail
being sucked in without follower
plate going down
Grease is leaking from grease Check, repair
piping (piping from pump to
injector)
Grease is leaking from injector Replace
Defective pressurization of pump Replace
Injector actuation indicator does Defective injector Replace
not work NLGI No. 2 or equivalent grease Change to grease for cold
is being used in cold area weather (NLGI No. 0 or
equivalent)
If any problem occurs where the cause is not listed in the above table, please contact your Komatsu distributor for
repairs.

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AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS

MAINTENANCE

REPLACE GREASE PAIL

CAUTION
Do not use a grease pail if it is dented or deformed.
Follower plate (2) will not come down, or air pockets will form, so the grease will not be sucked in.
After using the pail, remove all grease that leaked or sprayed out.

If pail (1) runs out of grease, replace pail (1).

Check that grease dose not leak from the piping between the
pail (1) and follower plate (2).

NOTICE
Do not remove follower plate (2). If follower plate (2) is not used, pump (3)
will be unable to suck up the grease even if there is still a large quantity of
grease in the can.

Select the grease to use from the following table to match the ambient temperature.

*1: If cold-weather grease (NLGI No. 0) is used in warm areas, some grease will drip from the tip of the work
equipment pins, but there is no problem with the lubrication.

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ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM

PROCEDURE FOR BLEEDING AIR FROM GREASE LINE

WARNING
There is no check device to prevent reverse flow in the service grease nipple installed to the injector. If you forget to tighten the
cap, there is danger that high-pressure grease may spurt out when the grease pump is actuated.
Be sure not to forget to tighten the cap.

If the grease pump has been run empty or the grease piping has been disassembled and assembled again, and
large amounts of air have got into the grease line, bleed the air from the grease line.

NOTICE
If air is left in the circuit, the grease pressure will not rise to the specified level or will take a long time to rise to the specified level,
and the injector will not work normally.

Items to check
Loosen the plug installed to each injector to bleed air from the main piping. This work shall be carry out by two
persons.
Start bleeding at the injector nearest the grease pump, then bleed at the other injectors in order.
(Swing circle -> Boom cylinder bottom -> Boom -> Arm)
Check that the auto-greasing/grease gun selector valve lever inside the battery case is at the auto-greasing
position.

Method of bleeding air

1. Remove plug (2) from injector (1).
This plug (2) is installed to the manifold end of each end
injector. If air must be bled from the main piping, remove this
plug.

2. The other person should set the auto-greasing switch on the

box on the side of the console on the right side of the operator's
seat to the MANUAL position and operate the grease pump.
For details of the method of operating the grease pump, see
"OPERATION (PAGE 6-11)".

3. Discharge the air with the grease from the injector plug hole. (Often the grease becomes cloudy white because
of the air.)

4. When normal grease comes out, set the auto-greasing switch to the OFF position and stop the grease pump.

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5. Tighten plug (2) of the injector to prevent the grease from

leaking.
Tightening torque of plug (2): 19.6 - 24.9 Nm (2.0 - 3.0 kgm,
14.5 - 21.7 lbft)

Carry out Steps 1 to 5 for every injector.

6. Remove cap (4) from service grease nipple (3) of the injector.

7. Operate the grease gun manually to fully charge all the branch
lines with grease.
For details of the location of the injectors, see "Greasing Points
for Auto-greasing System (PAGE 6-10)".

REMARK
If the auto-greasing system does not work properly and grease is
not supplied, use the grease gun and carry out greasing manually
from service grease nipple (3) installed to each injector.

8. Tighten cap (4) of service grease nipple (3) of the injector.

Tightening torque of cap (4): 3.92 to 5.88 Nm (0.4 to 0.6 kgm, 2.9 to 4.3lbft)
There is no check device to prevent reverse flow in service grease nipple (3). If you forget to tighten cap (4),
there is danger that high-pressure grease may spurt out when the grease pump is actuated. Be sure not to
forget to tighten the cap.

9. After completing the operation in the Steps 1 to 8, set the auto-greasing switch on the box on the side of the
console on the right side of the operator's seat to the AUTO position.

10. Turn the machine starting switch ON and check that indicator
pin (5) of each injector is working properly. If the condition is
normal, indicator pin (5) moves up and down in a piston
movement.

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ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM

INJECTOR POSITION IN AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM AND MANUAL GREASING

WARNING
There is no check device to prevent reverse flow in the service grease nipple installed to the injector. If you forget to tighten the
cap, there is danger that high-pressure grease may spurt out when the grease pump is actuated.
Be sure not to forget to tighten the cap.

Injector (a) acts to send the grease supplied from the grease pump
to each greasing point. If the auto-greasing system does not work
properly and grease is not supplied, use the grease gun and carry
out greasing manually from service grease nipple (b) installed to
each injector.

There is no check device to prevent reverse flow in service

grease nipple (b). If you forget to tighten cap (c), there is danger
that high-pressure grease may spurt out when the grease pump
is actuated. Be sure not to forget to tighten the cap.

The locations of the service grease nipples for each injector are as follows.
(1) Boom cylinder foot pin (right) (2 places)
(2) Boom cylinder foot pin (left) (2 places)
(3) Boom foot pin (right) (2 places)
(4) Boom foot pin (left) (2 places)
(5) Boom cylinder rod pin (right) (1 place)
(6) Boom cylinder rod pin (left) (1 place)
(7) Arm cylinder foot pin (right) (1 place)
(8) Boom-arm connecting pin (2 places)
(9) Bucket cylinder foot pin (right) (1 place)
(10) Bucket cylinder foot pin (left) (1 place)
(11) Arm cylinder rod pin (1 place)
(12) Swing circle (4 places)

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AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS

When greasing places on top of the arm: boom-arm connecting pin (8), bucket cylinder foot pins (9) and (10), and
arm cylinder rod pin (11), the greasing can be carried out manually from the central block.

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ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM

EVERY 10 HOURS MAINTENANCE

Greasing Points not Including in Auto-greasing System

1. Set to the greasing posture below, lower the work equipment to the ground, then stop the engine.
2. Using a grease gun, supply grease to the grease fitting is marked by arrows.
3. After greasing, wipe off any old grease that was pushed out.

(1) Arm-Link coupling pin (1 place)

(2) Arm-Bucket coupling pin (2 places)
(3) Link coupling pin (1 place)
(4) Buket cylinder rod end pin (2 places)
(5) Bucket-Link coupling pin (1 place)

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HANDLING MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH VHMS ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS

HANDLING MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH VHMS

VHMS is a machine management system. When a communications terminal is installed, it is possible to transmit
data.
A contract is necessary before the VHMS communications terminal can be used. Any customers desiring to use
the VHMS system should consult their Komatsu distributor.

VHMS INSTALLED, COMMUNICATIONS TERMINAL NOT INSTALLED

BASIC PRECAUTIONS

WARNING
Never disassemble, repair, modify, or move the VHMS, antenna, or cables. This may cause failure or fire on the VHMS
equipment or the machine itself. (Your Komatsu distributor will carry out removal and installation of VHMS.)
Do not allow cables or cords to become caught; do not damage or pull cables or cords by force. Short circuits or disconnected
wires may cause failure or fire on the VHMS equipment or the machine itself.

REMARK
There is absolutely no need to inspect or operate the VHMS, but if any abnormality is found, please contact your
Komatsu distributor.

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ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS HANDLING MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH VHMS

VHMS AND COMMUNICATIONS TERMINAL INSTALLED

The VHMS equipment is a wireless device using radio waves, so it is necessary to obtain authorization and
conform to the laws of the country or territory where the machine equipped with VHMS is being used. Always
contact your Komatsu distributor before selling or exporting any machine equipped with VHMS.
When selling or exporting the machine or at other times when your Komatsu distributor considers it necessary,
it may be necessary for your Komatsu distributor to remove the VHMS equipment or to carry out action to stop
communications.

If you do not obey the above precautions, neither Komatsu nor your Komatsu distributor can take any
responsibility for any problem that is caused or for any loss that results.

BASIC PRECAUTIONS

WARNING
Never disassemble, repair, modify, or move the VHMS, terminal, antenna, or cables. This may cause failure or fire on the VHMS
equipment or the machine itself. (Your Komatsu distributor will carry out removal and installation of the VHMS and terminal.)
Do not allow cables or cords to become caught; do not damage or pull cables or cords by force. Short circuits or disconnected
wires may cause failure or fire on the VHMS equipment or the machine itself.
For anyone wearing a pacemaker, make sure that the communications antenna is at least 22 cm from the pacemaker. The radio
waves may have an adverse effect on the operation of the pacemaker.

NOTICE
Please contact your Komatsu distributor before installing a top guard or other attachment that covers the antenna.
Be careful not to get water on the communications terminal or wiring.

REMARK
The communications terminal uses wireless communications, so it cannot be used inside tunnels, underground,
inside buildings, or in mountain areas where radio waves cannot be received. Even when the machine is outside,
it cannot be used in areas where the radio signal is weak or in areas outside the wireless communication service
area.
There is absolutely no need to inspect or operate the VHMS or communications terminal, but if any abnormality
is found, please contact your Komatsu distributor.

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7-1
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WEAR PARTS TROPICAL SPECIFICATION MACHINE

WEAR PARTS
Replace wear parts such as the filter element or air cleaner element at the time of periodic maintenance or before
they reach the wear limit. The wear parts should be replaced correctly in order to ensure more economic use of the
machine. When replacing parts, always use Komatsu genuine parts.
As a result of our continuous efforts to improve product quality, the part number may change, so inform your
Komatsu distributor of the machine serial number and check for the latest part number when ordering parts.

WEAR PARTS LIST

The parts in parentheses are to be replaced at the same time.

Item Part No. Part Name Q'ty Change interval

Fuel pre-filter(*) 600-319-4540 Cartridge 2
Fuel main filter(*) 600-319-3550 Cartridge 2
Pilot filter 424-16-11140 Cartridge 1 Every 500 hours
Drain filter 21N-60-12210 Cartridge 1
Engine oil filter 600-211-1340 Cartridge 3
209-60-77531 Element 2
Hydraulic oil filter
(07000-15180) (O-ring) (2)
421-60-35170 Element 1
Hydraulic tank breather
20Y-60-21470 Element 1 Every 1000 hours
Fuel tank breather 421-60-35170 Element 1
Corrosion resistor
600-411-1171 Cartridge 1
(if equipped)
Air cleaner 600-185-6100 Element assembly 1
21N-62-31221 Element 3
(07000-12055) (O-ring) (3)
Line filter
(07000-12070) (O-ring) (3)
(07001-02070) (Backup ring) (3)
600-311-9350 Casing 2
Additional water separator (600-311-9360) (O-ring) (2)
600-311-9370 Screen 2
21N-70-37721 Tooth (XS type) 5 -
(21N-70-37731) (Pin) (5)
427-70-13611 Side shroud 4
21N-939-3330 Pin 8
(209-939-7110) (Shim) (16)
Bucket
(209-939-7120) (Shim) (8)
21N-70-14180 Side cutter (left) 1
21N-70-14190 Side cutter (right) 1
21N-09-11121 (Bolt) (12)
21N-09-11131 (Nut) (12)

*: If the fuel filter gets clogged before its periodic replacement time is arrived at, replace both the fuel pre-filter and
fuel main filter together.

7-2
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TROPICAL SPECIFICATION MACHINE WHEN REQUIRED

WHEN REQUIRED
CHECK, CLEAN AND REPLACE AIR CLEANER ELEMENT
WARNING
When using compressed air, there is danger of dirt flying and causing personal injury.
Always wear protective glasses, dust mask, or other protective equipment.
When removing the outer element from the air cleaner body, it is dangerous to pull it out by force. When working in high places
or where the foothold is poor, be careful not to fall because of the reaction when pulling out the outer element.

Checking
If air cleaner clogging monitor (1) of the monitor panel flashes,
clean the air cleaner element.

Replacing
Replacing element, O-ring
If one year has passed since installing the element or if air
cleaner clogging monitor (1) on the monitor panel flashes
immediately after the element is cleaned, replace the outer
element, inner element, and O-ring.

REMARK
Dust indicator (4) gives a guideline for the cleaning interval for the
air cleaner element. If the yellow piston on the inside overlaps the
red zone on the outside circumference of dust indicator (4), it is
time to clean the element.

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WHEN REQUIRED TROPICAL SPECIFICATION MACHINE

NOTICE
Do not clean the air cleaner element until the air cleaner clogging monitor on the monitor panel light up. If the element is
cleaned frequently before the air cleaner clogging monitor light up, the air cleaner will not be able to display its performance
fully, and the cleaning efficiency will also go down.
In addition, during the cleaning operation, more dirt stuck to the element will fall inside the inner element.
If inspection, cleaning, or maintenance is carried out with the engine running, dirt will enter the engine and cause damage to
the engine. Always stop the engine before carrying out these operations.

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TROPICAL SPECIFICATION MACHINE WHEN REQUIRED

Cleaning Outer Element

(2 places)
1. Remove wing nut (2), then remove cover (3).

NOTICE
Before and after cleaning the element, do not leave or keep it in direct
sunlight.

2. Loosen wing nut (8) to remove outer element (5).

NOTICE
Never remove the inner element (6). It will allow dirt to enter and cause
failure of the engine.
Do not use a screwdriver or other tool.

3. After removing the outer element (5), cover the inner element
(6) with a clean cloth or tape to prevent dirt or dust from
entering.

4. Wipe off or brush off the dirt stuck to cover (3) and the inside of
the air cleaner body (7).

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WHEN REQUIRED TROPICAL SPECIFICATION MACHINE

5. Direct dry compressed air (less than 0.69 MPa (7 kg/cm2, 99.4
PSI)) to the outer element from inside along its folds, then
direct it from outside along its folds and again from inside.
1) Replace the outer element once a year or when monitor (1)
flashes. Replace the inner element at the same time.
2) Check that there is no play in the inner element. If any play
is found, push it in properly.
3) Replace both inner and outer elements when the air
cleaner clogging monitor (1) lights up soon after installing
the cleaned outer element even though it has not been
cleaned 6 times.
6. Remove the cloth or tape cover installed in Step 3.
7. If small holes or thinner parts are found on the element when
it is checked by shining a light through it after cleaning, replace
the element.

8. Set the cleaned element in position, and secure it with the wing
nut (8).
9. Replace wing nut (8) and seal washer (9) with a new one when
they are damaged.

NOTICE
When cleaning the element, do not hit or beat it against anything.
Do not use an element whose folds or gasket or seal are damaged.

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TROPICAL SPECIFICATION MACHINE WHEN REQUIRED

Replacing Inner Element

(2 places)
1. First remove the outer element, and then remove the inner element.
2. Cover the air connector side (outlet side) with a clean cloth or tape.
3. Clean the air cleaner body interior, then remove the cover installed in Step 2.
4. Fit a new inner element to the connector.
Do not clean and reinstall an inner element.
5. Install the outer element and the cover.
6. After replacing the element, push the dust indicator button to
reset it. The yellow piston will return to its original position.

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8-1
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EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS LOADING SHOVEL

EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS
SWITCHES

(1) Starting switch (10) Emergency pump drive switch

(2) Fuel control dial (11) Swing parking brake release switch
(3) Cigarette lighter (12) Step light switch
(4) Swing lock switch (13) Lower wiper switch (machines equipped with
(5) Lamp switch fixed front window cab)
(6) Machine push-up switch (14) Revolving warning lamp switch (if equipped)
(7) Boom shockless control switch (15) Large capacity airflow air conditioner blower
(8) Horn switch switch (if equipped)
(9) Room lamp switch (16) Bottom dump switch

For the loading specification machine, explanation is given only of the different switches.

Starting Switch

Fuel Control Dial

(with Auto-deceleration System)

Cigarette Lighter

Swing Lock Switch

Lamp Switch

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LOADING SHOVEL EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS

Machine Push-up Switch

Shackles Boom Control Switch

Horn Switch
When the switch (8) at the tip of the right work equipment control
lever is pressed, the horn will sound.

Room Lamp Switch

Emergency Pump Drive Switch

Swing Parking Brake Release Switch

Step Light Switch

Lower Wiper Switch

Rotating Lamp Switch

(If equipped)

Large Capacity Airflow Air Conditioner Blower Switch

(If equipped)

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EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS LOADING SHOVEL

Bottom Dump Switch

Use this switch (16) to open and close the front bucket.
If the button at the tip of the left work equipment control lever is
depressed, the bucket will close.

If the button at the tip of the right work equipment control lever is
depressed, the front bucket will open.

For explanation of switches (1) to (7) and (9) to (15), see "SWITCHES (PAGE 3-34)".

8-4
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LOADING SHOVEL EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS

FUSE

NOTICE
Before replacing a fuse, be sure to turn off the starting switch.

Fuse Capacities and Circuit Name

Fuse
No. Name of circuit
capacity
(1) 10A Redundancy
(2) 10A Solenoid valve
(3) 10A PPC lock solenoid
(4) 20A Window washer, cigar lighter
Horn, flash lamp light (if equipped),
(5) 10A
L/S (if equipped)
(6) 10A Auto greasing system (if equipped)
(7) 10A Rotating lamp (if equipped)
(8) 10A L/S (if equipped)
(9) 10A Radio
(10) 10A Ribbon heater relay
(11) 25A Air conditioner unit
(12) 20A VHMS (if equipped)
Optional power source (2), Travel alarm
(13) 10A
12V power supply (if equipped)
(14) 10A Optional power source (1)
(15) 5A Key switch (acc., engine controller)
(16) 10A Radio backup
(17) 10A Network pass (regular power)
(18) 20A VHMS (regular power) (if equipped)
(19) 10A Room lamp
(20) 10A Step light

8-5
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OPERATIONS LOADING SHOVEL

OPERATIONS
OPERATION OF WORK EQUIPMENT
WARNING
If the lever is operated in the deceleration range, the engine speed will suddenly rise. Operate the levers carefully.
If the work equipment control levers are operated quickly, the engine speed will suddenly rise. Operate the levers carefully.

The work equipment is operated with the left work equipment control lever and right work equipment control lever.
The left work equipment control lever operates the arm, swing, and bottom dump (CLOSE); the right work equipment
control lever operates the boom, bucket, and bottom dump (OPEN).
The relationship between the operation of the lever and the movement of the work equipment is as shown in the
diagram on the right.
When the lever is released, it returns to the HOLD position and the work equipment is held in position.
If the work equipment control levers are returned to the neutral position when the machine is stopped, even if the
fuel control dial is set to FULL, the auto-deceleration mechanism will act to reduce the engine speed to a
mid-range speed.

REMARK
If the key in the starting switch is turned ON within 15 seconds after stopping the engine, it is possible to lower the
work equipment to the ground by operating the levers.
In addition, the levers can also be operated to release any remaining pressure inside the hydraulic cylinder circuit
and to lower the boom after loading the machine on a trailer.

Arm operation
(A): Arm OUT
(B): Arm IN

Swing operation
(A): Left swing
(B): Right swing

8-6
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LOADING SHOVEL OPERATIONS

Boom operation
(A): Boom RIASE
(B): Boom LOWER

Bucket operation
(A): Bucket DUMP
(B): Bucket CURL

Bottom dump operation

(A): OPEN
(B): CLOSE

8-7
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OPERATIONS LOADING SHOVEL

PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION

WARNING
When the arm is pushed out to the front, the speed momentarily
becomes slow around the vertical position of the arm.
Turning or operating the work equipment when working on slopes may
cause the machine to lose it balance and turn over, so avoid such
operations.
It is particularly dangerous to swing downhill when the bucket is loaded.
If such operations have to be performed, pile soil to make a platform (A)
on the slope so the machine is kept horizontal during operation.
Do not travel up or down steep slopes. There is danger that the machine
may turn over.

It is Prohibited to Use the Swing Force for Operations.

Do not use bucket swing force to compact soil or break an earth
wall, or do not dig the bucket teeth into the ground while swinging
the bucket. Such a way of using the bucket can cause damage to
the work equipment.

It is Prohibited to Use the Travel Force for Operations.

Do not move off and excavate with the bucket left dug into the
ground.

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LOADING SHOVEL OPERATIONS

Do not Carry Out Operations with the Hydraulic Cylinder at the End of its Stroke.
If the cylinder is operated to the end of its stroke during operations,
a large force will be brought to bear on the stopper inside the
cylinder, and this will reduce the service life of the machine, so
leave room (distance a) at the end of the stroke as far as possible.

It is Prohibited to Use the Dropping Force of the Bucket for Operations.

Do not use the dropping force of the bucket as a pickaxe, breaker,
or pile driver. This will bring excessive force to bear on the rear of
the machine, and will not only damage the machine, but is also
dangerous.

Be Careful of Stability when Swinging.

During swing operations, the stability of the machine differs to the
front, rear, left and right, and there is danger that itmay tip over.

It is Prohibited to Use the Tilt Operation for Digging.

Do not set the teeth vertically when the bucket is pulled in, and then
use the tilt operation to carry out digging.

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OPERATIONS LOADING SHOVEL

It is Prohibited to Grip Rocks.

Do not use the bottom dump bucket to grip rocks.

It is Prohibited to Use the Bucket for Leaving Operations.

Using the rear bucket to carry out leveling operations will bring an
excessive force to bear on the work equipment, so do not use the
rear bucket in this way.

Be Careful not to Spill the Load.

When the bucket is fully loaded, do not raise the boom fully. If the
boom is raised fully, the load will spill to the rear and cause danger
to the operator.

Be Careful not to Hit the Undercarriage.

If the upper structure is set diagonally to the track frame when
carrying out digging operations, the work equipment will hit the
track links.

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LOADING SHOVEL OPERATIONS

Scraping-down Operations are Prohibited.

Never use the front bucket of a bottom-dump bucket to scrap down
rocks or soil.

Digging Rocky Ground

Do not attempt to directly excavate hard rocky ground with the work equipment. It is better to excavate it after
breaking up by some other means. This will not only save the machine from damage but will make for better
economy.

Phenomena that do not Indicate Failure

Note that the following phenomena are not failures:
When starting or stopping the swing, noise will be emitted from the brake valve.
When going down a steep slope at low speed, a noise will be emitted from the travel motor.
The arm may sometimes stop when the bucket teeth become
more or less horizontal.

The bottom dump of the bucket may sometimes stop at the

bottom horizontal position when the bottom dump control lever
changes from open to close.

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OPERATIONS LOADING SHOVEL

EXCAVATOR WORK
In addition to the following, it is possible to further increase the range of applications by using various attachments.

Shovel Work
This is suitable for digging a place which is higher than the
machine's position. It is most efficient if the arm s digging angle is
from vertical to 60i forward, and the arm cylinder is used effectively.

A simple method of seeing the angle of the bucket teeth to the

ground surface is to use the teeth and the part of the rear bucket
shown in the diagram on the right. Check that the part of the rear
bucket is more or less parallel to the teeth.

Loading Work
In places where the swing angle is small, work efficiency can be
enhanced by locating the dump truck in a place easily visible to the
operator.
Loading is easier if the excavator is placed beside the dump truck
for loading. This way means more earth can be loaded more
effectively than by a loader working behind the truck.

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LOADING SHOVEL PRECAUTIONS WHEN DISASSEMBLING MACHINE

PRECAUTIONS WHEN DISASSEMBLING MACHINE

RELEASING PRESSURE
When disassembling the machine or removing the piping during inspection or maintenance, always release the
pressure as follows.

Releasing Pressure from Work Equipment Circuit, Swing Circuit, Travel Circuit
WARNING
The hydraulic system is always under internal pressure, so when inspecting or replacing the piping or hoses, always release
the pressure in the circuit before starting. If the pressure is not released, high pressure oil may spurt out and cause serious
personal injury.
The parts and oil are at high temperature after the engine is stopped, and may cause serious burns. Wait for the temperature
to go down before starting the operation.
When the oil filler cap is removed, oil may spurt out, so turn the cap slowly to release the pressure before removing the cap.

1. Stop the machine on firm horizontal ground, lower the work

equipment to the ground as shown in the diagram on the right,
then stop the engine.
Set the lock lever to FREE position.
2. Operate each work equipment control lever to the full stroke
within 5 - 6 seconds after stopping the engine.
Leave the starting switch at the ON position.
3. Remove the cap of the hydraulic tank.

4. Start the engine, run for approx. 10 seconds, then stop the engine again.
Do not run the engine at more than 1000 rpm.
Set the work equipment control levers to the HOLD position.
5. Operate each work equipment control lever to the full stroke within 5 - 6 seconds after stopping the engine.
Repeat Steps 4 - 5 three times.

Releasing Pressure in Accumulator Circuit

After stopping the engine, set lock lever to the FREE position, then
operate each work equipment control lever 3 - 4 times to the end
of the stroke. After 1 minute, the internal pressure will be relieved.
Do not loosen any piping until at least 1 minute has passed after
relieving the internal pressure.

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TRANSPORTATION LOADING SHOVEL

TRANSPORTATION
MACHINE CONFIGURATION FOR TRANSPORT
This machine can be divided into eight units for transportation. When transporting, contact your Komatsu distributor.

Eight Units for Transportation

(A) Upper Structure (E) Counterweight

(B) Undercarriage (right) (F) Bucket
(C) Undercarriage (left) (G) Work equipment
(D) Center frame (H) boom cylinder and Bucket cylinder and Outer
cover

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LOADING SHOVEL TRANSPORTATION

Posture for Each unit

(dimensions in diagram are in mm.)

Upper Structure

Unit PC1250-8R
Overall width mm (ft in) 3,490 (11' 5")
26,700 (58,874)
Weight kg (lb)
(fuel: enpty, Hydraulic oil: M level)
Secure the upper structure to the platform with a chain and block.

Undercarriage

Unit PC1250-8R
Amount 1 (left) 1 (Right)
Weight kg (lb) 15,250 (33,626) 15,250 (33,626)
If there is a warning tag hanging on the work equipment control lever, do not start the engine.

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Center Frame

Unit PC1250-8R
Weight kg (lb) 9,700 (21,389)

Counterweight

Unit PC1250-8R
Weight kg (lb) 18,000 (39,690)

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Bucket

Unit PC1250-8R
A mm (ft in) 3,000 (9' 10")
B mm (ft in) 2,700 (8' 10")
Overall width mm (ft in) 2,700 (8' 10")
Weight kg (lb) 9,300 (20,507)

Work Equipment

Unit PC1250-8R
A mm (ft in) 8,730 (28' 8")
B mm (ft in) 2,750 (9')
Overall width mm (ft in) 2,000 (6' 7")
Weight kg (lb) 16,000 (35,280)

Boom Cylinder

Unit PC1250-8R
A mm (ft in) 3,520 (11' 7")
Weight kg (lb) 2,160 (4,763) [1,080 (2,381) 2]

Bucket Cylinder

Unit PC1250-8R
A mm (ft in) 3,300 (10' 10")
Weight kg (lb) 1,700 (3,749) [850 (1,874) 2]

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Outer Cover
Radiator duct (same for all models)

Unit PC1250-8R
Weight kg (lb) 100 (221)

Radiator duct upper cover (same for all models)

Unit PC1250-8R
Weight kg (lb) 17 (37)

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Catwalk (right) : (same for all models)

Unit PC1250-8R
Weight kg (lb) 17 (37)

Catwalk (left, front) : (same for all models)

Unit PC1250-8R
Weight kg (lb) 150 (331)

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Catwalk (left, rear) : (same for all models)

Unit PC1250-8R
Weight kg (lb) 160 (353)

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LOADING SHOVEL WEAR PARTS

WEAR PARTS
Replace wear parts such as the filter element or air cleaner element at the time of periodic maintenance or before
they reach the wear limit. The wear parts should be replaced correctly in order to ensure more economic use of the
machine. When replacing parts, always use Komatsu genuine parts.
As a result of our continuous efforts to improve product quality, the part number may change, so inform your
Komatsu distributor of the machine serial number and check for the latest part number when ordering parts.

WEAR PARTS LIST

The parts in parentheses are to be replaced at the same time.

Item Part No. Part Name Q'ty Change interval

Fuel pre-filter 600-319-3440 Cartridge 2
fuel main filter 600-319-3520 Cartridge 2
Pilot filter 424-16-11140 Element 1 Every 500 hours
Drain filter 21N-60-12210 Cartridge 1
Engine oil filter 600-211-1340 Cartridge 3
Hydraulic oil filter 209-60-77531 Element 2
(07000-15180) (O-ring) (2)
421-60-35170 Element 1
Hydraulic tank breather
20Y-60-21470 Element 1 Every 1000 hours
Fuel tank breather 421-60-35170 Element 1
Corrosion resistor 1
600-411-1171 Cartridge
(if equipped) 1
Air cleaner 600-185-6100 Element assembly 1
21N-62-31221 Element 3
(07000-12055) (O-ring) (3)
Line filter
(07000-12070) (O-ring) (3)
(07001-02070) (Backup ring) (3)
600-311-9350 Casing 2
Additional water separator (600-311-9360) (O-ring) (2)
-
600-311-9370 Screen 2
21N-70-37721 Tooth (XS type) 6
(21N-70-37731) (Pin) (6)
Backet 427-70-13611 Side shroud 2
21N-939-3330 PIn 4
(209-939-7110) (Shim) (8)
(209-939-7120) (Shim) (4)

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MAINTENANCE LOADING SHOVEL

MAINTENANCE
CHECK BEFORE STARTING

Check Oil Level in Hydraulic Tank, Add Oil

WARNING
The parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped, and may cause burns. Wait for the
temperature to go down before starting the work.
When removing the oil filler cap, turn it slowly to release the internal pressure, then remove it.

1. Set the work equipment in the posture shown in the diagram on

the right, then check the oil level and add oil if necessary.
2. If the work equipment is not in the condition shown in the
diagram on the right, start the engine, run the engine at low
speed, retract the arm and bucket cylinder rods fully, then
lower the boom, set the bucket teeth in contact with the ground,
and stop the engine.
3. Within 15 seconds after stopping the engine, move each
control lever (for work equipment and travel) to the full stroke
in all directions to release the internal pressure.
4. Check oil level gauge (G) at the rear of the hydraulic tank. The
oil level should be within the specified range for that oil
temperature. If the oil level is low, add oil.

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LOADING SHOVEL MAINTENANCE

The proper way to check the hydraulic oil level is as follows.

When the hydraulic oil is at normal temperature (15°C to 30°
C), the oil level should be within the blue range of gauge label (a)
in the diagram on the right.
When the hydraulic oil is at high temperature (50°C to 80°C), the
oil level should be within the red range of gauge label (b) in the
diagram on the right.

5. If the level is below the correct line, add oil through filler port (F)
at the top of the hydraulic tank.

NOTICE
Do not add oil above the correct level. This will damage the hydraulic
circuit and cause oil to spurt out.
If oil is added above the correct level, remove plug (1) under the chassis,
then loosen drain valve (P) and drain the excess oil.

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MAINTENANCE LOADING SHOVEL

EVERY 10 HOURS MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATTING
1. Set to the greasing posture below, lower the work equipment to the ground, then stop the engine.
2. Using a grease pump, pump in grease through the grease fittings shown by arrows.
3. After greasing, wipe off any old grease that was pushed out.

(1) Boom cylinder foot pin (2 places)

(2) Arm - Bucket coupling pin (2 place)
(3) Bucket hinge pin (2 places)
(4) Bottom dump cylinder rod end pin (2 places)
(5) Bottom dump cylinder foot pin (2 places)
(6) Bucket cylinder foot pin
(7) Bucket cylinder rod end - Link coupling pin (4 places)
(8) Boom centralized lubricating block (10 places)
Boom foot pin
Arm cylinder foot pin
Boom cylinder rod end pin
Bucket cylinder rod end pin
Boom - Arm coupling pin (Boom side)
(9) Arm cylinder rod end pin (1 place)
(10) Boom - Arm coupling pin (Arm side) (2 places)

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LOADING SHOVEL MAINTENANCE

EVERY 5000 HOURS MAINTENANCE

Maintenance for every 10 hours service should be carried out at the same time.

CHANGE OIL IN HYDRAULIC TANK, CLEAN STRAINER

WARNING
The parts and oil are at high temperature immediately after the engine is stopped, and may cause burns. Wait for the
temperature to go down before starting the work.
When removing the oil filler cap, turn it slowly to release the internal pressure, then remove it.

Refill capacity: 670 liters (177.01 US gal)

Prepare a handle for socket wrench set
1. Swing the upper structure so that the drain plug under the
hydraulic tank will be between both tracks.
2. Retract the arm and bucket cylinders, then lower the boom and
put the teeth in contact with the ground.
3. Set the lock lever to the LOCK position and stop the engine.

4. Remove the cap of oil filler (F) at the top of the hydraulic tank.

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5. Set the container to catch the oil under the drain plug at the
bottom of the chassis. Remove plug (1), then loosen drain
valve (P) and drain the oil. After draining the oil, tighten drain
valve (P) and plug (1).
Tightening torque: 68.6 ± 9.8 Nm (7 ± 1 kgm, 50 ± 7 lbft)

When removing drain valve (P), take care not to pour oil over
yourself.

6. Remove 4 bolts, then remove cover (4). When doing this, cover
(4) may fly off because of the force of spring (5), so keep the
cover pushed down when removing the bolts.
7. Hold the top of rod (6) and pull up to remove spring (5) and
strainer (7).
8. Remove any dirt stuck to strainer (7), then wash in clean diesel
oil or flushing oil. If strainer (7) is broken, replace it with a new
part.
9. When installing, insert strainer (7) into protruding part (8) of the
tank, and assemble.
10. Fill with the specified amount of oil through oil filler port (F).
Check that the oil level is within the correct range on the sight
gauge.

11. Bleed the air from the circuit after cleaning or replacing the filter element or strainer, or after changing the oil.

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LOADING SHOVEL SPECIFICATION

SPECIFICATION
Item Unit PC1250-8R

Operating weight kg (lb) 110,900 (244,535)

3
Bucket capacity m (cu.yd) 6.5 (8.5)
Name of engine - KOMATSU SAA6D170E-5 diesel engine
Engine horsepower kW (HP) / rpm 502 (672) / 1,800
A Overall length mm (ft in) 10,940 (35' 11")
B Overall height mm (ft in) 6,200 (20' 4")
C Overall width mm (ft in) 5,600 (18' 4")
D Track width mm (ft in) 700 (2' 4")
E Height of cab mm (ft in) 4,120 (13' 6")
F Radius of upper structure mm (ft in) 4,870 (15' 12")
G Length of track mm (ft in) 6,425 (21' 1")
H Tumbler center distance mm (ft in) 4,995 (16' 5")
I Min. ground clearance mm (ft in) 990 (3' 3")
Travel speed (Lo/Hi) km/h (MPH) 2.1 / 3.2 (1.3 / 2.0)
Swing speed rpm 5.8

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COMBINATION OF WORK EQUIPMENT LOADING SHOVEL

COMBINATION OF WORK EQUIPMENT

WARNING
Depending on the type or combination of work equipment, there is danger that the work equipment may hit the cab or machine
body.
When using unfamiliar work equipment for the first time, check before starting if there is any danger of interference, and operate
with caution.

COMBINATION OF WORK EQUIPMENT

Select the combination of boom, arm, and bucket from the combinations shown in the table below.
For the dimensions of A to F, see the specifications shown in the working range diagram

Boom 5.3 m (17'5")

Arm 3.8 m (12'6")
Bucket capacity 6.5 m3 (8.5 cu.yd)
Work
Bucket width 2680 mm (8'10")
equipment
Loosen specific 2.1
gravity of soil to be 1.8 {
handled 1.5 {

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LOADING SHOVEL COMBINATION OF WORK EQUIPMENT

Working Range Diagram

PC1250-8R Loading shovel
Working ranges
Without bucket link
A Max. digging reach 11,400 (37' 5")
B Max. digging depth 10,900 (35' 9")
C Max. digging height 12,330 (40' 5")
D Max. vertical wall depth 3,650 (11' 12")
E Max. dumping height 6,130 (20' 1")
F Max. reach at ground level 6,760 (22' 2")

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INDEX

INDEX

<A> <F>
AFTER STARTING ENGINE 3-103 FIRE EXTINGUISHER 3- 46
AIR CONDITIONER CONTROLS 3- 47 FUSE 3- 67
ASHTRAY 3- 46 FUSE 8- 5
ATTACHMENT GUIDE 6- 3
COMBINATIONS OF WORK <G>
EQUIPMENT 6- 3 GENERAL OPERATION INFORMATION 3-129
AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM 6- 6 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS COMMON
AUXILIARY ELECTRIC POWER 3- 66 TO OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 13
DO NOT GET CAUGHT IN WORK
<B> EQUIPMENT 2- 18
BEFORE READING THIS MANUAL 1- 2 FIRE PREVENTION 2- 15
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE 3- 75 PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING
BUCKET REPLACEMENT 3-135 OPERATION 2- 13
PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO CAB
<C> GLASS 2- 19
CAP WITH LOCK 3- 44 PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO
CHECK, CLEAN AND REPLACE AIR PROTECTIVE STRUCTURES 2- 18
CLEANER ELEMENT 7- 3 PRECAUTIONS WHEN GETTING ON
CIRCUIT BREAKER 3- 68 OR OFF MACHINE 2- 16
COLD WEATHER OPERATION 3-151 PRECAUTIONS WHEN RUNNING
AFTER COLD WEATHER SEASON 3-154 ENGINE INSIDE BUILDING 2- 20
AFTER DAILY WORK COMPLETION 3-154 PREPARATIONS FOR SAFE
COLD WEATHER OPERATION OPERATION 2- 13
INFORMATION 3-151 PROTECTION AGAINST FALLING,
COMBINATION OF WORK EQUIPMENT 8- 28 FLYING, INTRUDING OBJECTS 2- 19
COMBINATION OF WORK GENERAL PRECAUTIONS FOR
EQUIPMENT 8- 28 SAFETY 6- 2
CONTROL LEVERS AND PEDALS 3- 40 PRECAUTIONS WHEN REMOVING
CONTROLLER 3- 70 OR INSTALLING 6- 2
CONTROLS AND GAUGES 3- 3 PRECAUTIONS WHEN SELECTING 6- 2
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING 6- 2
<D> READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DETAILED CONTROLS AND GAUGES 3- 5 THOROUGHLY 6- 2
DIRECTIONS OF MACHINE 1- 4 GREASE PUMP 3- 71
DOOR LOCK 3- 43
<H>
<E> HANDLING MACHINES EQUIPPED
ELECTRIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 4- 7 WITH VHMS 6- 22
EMERGENCY EXIT FROM VHMS AND COMMUNICATIONS
OPERATOR'S CAB 3- 43 TERMINAL INSTALLED 6- 23
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER PLATE AND VHMS INSTALLED,
ITS LOCATION 1- 6 COMMUNICATIONS TERMINAL NOT
ESCAPE FROM MUD 3-133 INSTALLED 6- 22
EXCAVATOR WORK 8- 12 HANDLING OIL, FUEL, COOLANT, AND
EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS 8- 2 PERFORMING OIL CLINIC 4- 4
HOT AND COOL BOX 3- 46

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INDEX

<O>
<I> OPERATION OF WORK EQUIPMENT 8- 6
INTRODUCTION 1- 4 OPERATIONS 8- 6
OUTLINE OF SERVICE 4- 4
<L>
LIFTING MACHINE 3-140 <P>
LOCKING 3-139 PARKING MACHINE 3-137
LONG TERM STORAGE 3-155 PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION 8- 8
AFTER STORAGE 3-155 PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE 2- 35
BEFORE STORAGE 3-155 PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING
DURING STORAGE 3-155 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 35
STARTING MACHINE AFTER PRECAUTIONS FOR INSPECTION
LONG-TERM STORAGE 3-156 AND MAINTENANCE 2- 39
PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION 2- 21
<M> LIFTING OBJECTS WITH BUCKET 2- 34
MACHINE INSPECTION AFTER DAILY OPERATION 2- 25
WORK 3-138 PRECAUTIONS FOR JOBSITE 2- 21
MACHINE OPERATION 3-114 STARTING ENGINE 2- 23
MACHINE OPERATIONS AND TOWING 2- 34
CONTROLS 3- 75 TRANSPORTATION 2- 33
MACHINE VIEW ILLUSTRATIONS 3- 2 PRECAUTIONS FOR
OVERALL MACHINE VIEW 3- 2 TRANSPORTATION 3-140
MAGAZINE BOX 3- 46 PRECAUTIONS WHEN
MAINTENANCE 8- 22 DISASSEMBLING MACHINE 8- 13
CHECK BEFORE STARTING 8- 22 RELEASING PRESSURE 8- 13
EVERY 10 HOURS MAINTENANCE 8- 24 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
EVERY 5000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 8- 25 (PIN)/MACHINE SERIAL NO. PLATE 1- 6
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION 4- 2 PRODUCT INFORMATION 1- 6
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE 4- 16 PROHIBITED OPERATIONS 3-124
CHECK BEFORE STARTING 4- 46
EVERY 10 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 47 <R>
EVERY 100 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 49 RADIO 3- 61
EVERY 1000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 66 RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS 3-134
EVERY 2000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 78 RECOMMENDED FUEL, COOLANT,
EVERY 250 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 50 AND LUBRICANT 4- 9
EVERY 4000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 84 RECOMMENDED BRANDS,
EVERY 500 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 54 RECOMMENDED QUALITY FOR
EVERY 5000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 87 PRODUCTS OTHER THAN
EVERY 8000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 89 KOMATSU GENUINE OIL 4- 11
INITIAL 100 HOURS MAINTENANCE
(ONLY AFTER THE FIRST 100 <S>
HOURS) 4- 16 SAFETY 2- 2
INITIAL 500 HOURS MAINTENANCE SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS 4- 13
(ONLY AFTER THE FIRST 500 SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS LIST 4- 13
HOURS) 4- 16 SAFETY INFORMATION 1- 3
WHEN REQUIRED 4- 17 SAFETY LABELS 2- 5
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 4- 14 SELECTION OF TRACK SHOES 6- 5
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART 4- 14 SERVICE METER LOCATION 1- 7
MONITORING SYSTEM 3- 5 SHIPPING MACHINE INFORMATION 3-142
SPECIFICATION 8- 27

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INDEX

SPECIFICATIONS 5- 2 <Y>
STARTING ENGINE 3-100 YOUR MACHINE SERIAL NUMBERS
STEERING THE MACHINE 3-118 AND DISTRIBUTOR 1- 7
STOPPING THE ENGINE 3-113
SWINGING 3-120
SWITCHES 3- 34
SWITCHES 8- 2

<T>
TIGHTENING TORQUE LIST 4- 12
TIGHTENING TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS 4- 12
TOOL BOX 3- 70
TRANSPORTATION 3-140
TRANSPORTATION 8- 14
MACHINE CONFIGURATION FOR
TRANSPORT 8- 14
TRANSPORTATION POSTURE 3-143
TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURE 3-140
TRAVELING ON SLOPES 3-131
TROPICAL SPECIFICATION MACHINE 7- 1
TROUBLES AND ACTIONS 3-157
DISCHARGED BATTERY 3-159
OTHER TROUBLE 3-163
PHENOMENA THAT ARE NOT
FAILURES 3-157
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL 3-157
SEVERE JOB CONDITION 3-158
TOWING THE MACHINE 3-158

<U>
USE OF MACHINE 1- 4

<V>
VISIBILITY FROM OPERATOR'S SEAT 1- 5

<W>
WEAR PARTS 4- 8
WEAR PARTS 7- 2
WEAR PARTS 8- 21
WEAR PARTS LIST 4- 8
WEAR PARTS LIST 7- 2
WEAR PARTS LIST 8- 21
WHEN REQUIRED 7- 3
WORK EQUIPMENT CONTROLS AND
OPERATIONS 3-121
WORKING MODE 3-123

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PC1250-8R, PC1250SP-8R HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

Form No. TEN00231-02

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2008 KOMATSU
All Rights Reserved
Printed in Japan 02-08