Kobelco SK160LC-6E, ED190-6E, SK210LC-6E, SK250LC-6E, SK290LC-6E, SK330LC-6E Excavator. Brief instruction

MACHINE

FAMILIARIZATION

A8. Radio - FIGURE 2.17A

S W I T C H F U N C T I O N

A N D U S A G E 1 Power

The radio is located on the

right side control panel as

switch and volume control 2

indicated in Figure 2.17A. The

Tone control

LCD Display shows the radio

station selected as well as its

3 FM & AM selector

fre quency band.

4 Time set button

1. Control Switches

PRESET STATION BAND

The following table describes

the different func tions

TUNING MANUAL AUTOTIME SET

available to use the radio:

BAL

SW-VOLUME

TONE

YQ102Radio

selector buttons 7 LCD display 8

Time adjusting buttons

FIGURE 2-17A

5 Station selector 6 Preset

the radio station manually: Press

the Power switch to turn on the

TUNING MANUAL AUT

OTIME SET

radio and press the station selector

2. How to select stations -

buttons up or

FIGURE 2.17B a. How to select

YQ102Fig4Radiocontrols

PRESET STATION BAND

BAL

SW-VOLUME TONE

moved for maintenance or the batteries are

disconnected.

down to select the desired radio station.

This radio functions in two main frequency

bands: AM and FM. When the frequency

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band reaches the upper or lower limit, the

radio automatically switches to the

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opposite limit, that is: from the upper to the

FIGURE 2-17B

lower or vice versa.

3. How to adjust the clock

b. How to preset the radio stations:

a. After the radio is turned on, press button (4)

Once the desired radio station is selected

to activate the time function. Then press but

manually, press any of the preset station

tons (8): H, M, and RST to set the time ac

buttons (1 ~ 6) for more than 1.5 sec to

cordingly. Use H to set the hour and M to set

record it in its respective memory. The re

the minutes.

ception is temporarily lost during the

memo rization process. Once the

NOTE

reception is re covered, the station is

The radio LCD screen will return to normal functioning

preset on the desired preset station

after 5 seconds of inactivity on the time control buttons.

button. Repeat this procedure to preset a

total of 6 different radio stations.

b. The RST button works as follows: (If trying

to adjust time to 10:00 hours)

NOTE

b1. If minutes are within 0 and 29: when press

The preset stations are canceled when the radio is re

ing RST button, minutes will be taken to

minutes.

“10:00”. Then press (M) to set the proper

minutes.

b2. If minutes are within 30 and 59: when

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pressing RST button, minutes will be taken

to “10:30”. Then press (M) to set the proper

MACHINE FAMILIARIZATION

B. LEFT HAND OPERATOR CONSOLE

B1. Climate Control Air Conditioner - FIGURE

2.18A and 2.18B

The climate control-AC provides a comfortable in

door environment and adjustable control of cab

temperature. It removes moisture from humid air

and reduces window glass

fogging.

The climate control-AC is

installed behind operator’s

seat and sends cold air or

hot air into cab.

Air Outlet Selector

Select a preferable air

diffuser direction that is

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most comfortable moving

the grill by hand.

FRESH AND RECIRCULATE

A , B , C , D ••• Air outlet

I. Control Panel

Description

FIGURE 2.18A

SETTING SWITCH

(°C °F)

AIR OUTLET MODE SELECTOR SWITCH

AIR SELECTOR SWITCH

FIGURE 2.18B

LCD DISPLAYCOMPRESSOR

FAN SPEED

SELECTOR SWITCH

MAIN POWER SWITCH

SWITCH

AUTO CONTROL SWITCH

DEFROSTER

SWITCHTEMPERATURE

II. Fundamental Use - FIGURE 2.18B

SUPPLEMENTARY EXPLANATION

Before turning the air conditioner on, close the door and

The LCD display indicates temperature, air outlet mode,

windows to achieve the best performance.

compressor ON - OFF, AUTO, recirculate, fresh air, and

1. Press the “AUTO” control switch to control air capacity

fan speed.

and blower outlet automatically, and

The background of the control panel is illuminated when

set the temperature in the range from 18.5°C

ever the A/C system is activated.

(65.3°F) to 31.5°C (88.7°F). The AUTO indica

tor in the LCD display will come on.

The outlet temperature, outlet opening and fan speed are

adjusted automatically so that indoor temperature of the

cab comes closer to the set temperature.

2. Select proper mode manually through recircu late and

fresh air capacity selector switch and compressor switch

ON - OFF.

3. Select preferable fan speed manually through fan speed

selector switch when fan speed, se lected through auto

control, is not preferable. The “AUTO” indicator in the LCD

display goes out. Press “AUTO” switch to return to

automatic climate control.

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III. Control Panel Functions

MACHINE

1. Main Power Switch and Display -

operated automatically.

FIGURE 2.19A

3. Temperature Setting Switch and

a. LCD display is illuminated when the

Display - FIGURE 2.19C

climate control-AC is operating.

a. The set temperature is indicated in

When the climate control-AC is stopped,

digits on LCD display. Temperature set

LCD will be turned off.

range is 18.5°C (65.3°F) to 31.5°C

b. Press main power switch, and all

(88.7°F).

functions for the climate control-AC

b. Press the two temperature set

switch ON or OFF. Each time when this

switches si multaneously for 5 seconds to

switch is pressed, the function switches

change the display from Centigrade (C) to

ON and OFF. When switched ON, the

Fahrenheit (F) or viceversa in the LCD

climate control-AC starts operating at the

display.

point set before switching OFF (When it is

(Eg. ) 25°C 77°F or 77°F 25°C

set to AUTO, in auto mode; if NORMAL is

c. Press temperature set switch DOWN

restored when the key switch is turned

selected, then in normal mode).

or UP to change the set temperature.

ON again.

The temperature goes up or down by

2. Auto Control Switch and Display -

0.5°C (0.9°F) in graduation.

NOTE

FIGURE 2.19B

The set temperature may be raised or low

The key switch will switch air-conditioner

a. Press the main power switch to

ered by continued pressing of the switch.

OFF, but the operating condition just

activate the climate control-AC and the

LCD

before switching off may not be

LCD display will illuminate.

DISPLAY

b. Press control switch AUTO, and fan

speed and air outlet are automatically

controlled, and “AUTO” indicator lamp on

LCD display is illuminated.

c. When the main power switch is OFF,

the system will retain the previous setting

in memory. Therefore, when the main

MAIN POWER

power switch is pressed again, the

SWITCH

climate control AC will come on in the

YQ102ACpanel2

auto control mode. In the Auto mode, the

FIGURE 2.19B

FIGURE 2.19A

fan speed and air outlet openings are

LCD

DISPLAY

MAIN POWER

SWITCH

YQ103ACpanel3

TEMPERATURE

SETTING SWITCH

YQ102ACpanel4

(°C °F SELECTOR SWITCH)FIGURE 2.19C

AUTO CONTROL SWITCH

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4. Air Outlet Mode Selector

Switch and Display - FIGURE

2.20A

a. Air outlet position is

LCD display

AIR OUTLET MODE

indicated by the arrow on LCD

SELECTOR SWITCH

display.

b. Press Air Outlet Mode

Switch in the condi tion where

auto display light is on, and the

display mode is fixed. “AUTO”

YQ102ACpanel5

d. The set temperature 18°C

indicator lamp on LCD display

(64.4°F) is the lowest cooling

goes out, and “AUTO” con trol

temperature, and 32°C (89.6°F)of air outlet opening is

is the highest heating

released.

temperature. Control beyond

Press it again, and the level is

FIGURE 2.20A

either of these limits is not

changed to VENT BI-LEVEL

possible.

FOOT FACE.

Air outlet opening Vent Bi-level Foot Face Air outlet direction Upper half of body Upper half of body, foot Foot, front glass Upper half of

body (Front)

LCD display goes out and

SWITCH

the auto control of air outlet

FIGURE 2.20B

opening is re leased.

5. Defroster Switch and

6. Recirculate and Fresh

Display - FIGURE 2.20B

air Selector Switch and

a. Press Defroster Switch,

Display - FIGURE 2.20B

the defroster indi cator will

a. Suction (fresh air intake)

be displayed.

DEFROSTER

mode is indicated on LCD

b. Press Air Outlet Mode

SWITCH

display

LCD

Selector Switch, and it

DISPLAY

b. Each time recirculate

returns to air outlet mode

and fresh air capacity

just before press ing

selector switch is pressed,

YQ102ACpanel6

defroster switch.

the mode is switched to air

c. Press Defroster Switch

recirculate or fresh air

in the condition where

intake.

AUTO display is indicated,

“AUTO” in dicator lamp on^{FRESH AND}

RECIRCULATE AIR SELECTOR AIR OUTLET MODE SELECTOR

SWITCH

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7. Compressor Switch and Display - FIGURE

AIR

2.21A

flake ikon will be indi catedcompressor turns off, and

LCD

Press the compressor

on the LCD display.

its indicator icon on the

DISPLAY

switch, marked with the

Press it again, the

LCD display goes out.

CAPACITY DISPLAY

snow flake, and the snow

COMPRESSOR SWITCH

unwanted hydraulic function. When the safety

lever is placed in the unlocked (down) position,

the alarm will sound intermittently for one

(1)

second and the hydraulic system becomes active.

Always, before leaving the cab, shut down the

engine, and place the safety lever in the locked

8. Air Capacity Selector Switch and Display -

(up) position.

FIGURE 2.21B

When it is set to MANUAL mode, fan speed

on LCD display is as follows.

W A R N I N G

ALWAYS PLACE THE SAFETY LOCK LEVER INTHE

Display Fan speed

LOCKED (UP) POSITION BEFORE LEAVING THE

CAB. NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE UNATTENDED

LCD 4 bars are lit up. MAX. LCD 3 bars are lit up.

WITH ENGINE RUNNING.

Air capacity LOW MEDIUM HIGH MAX.

HIGH LCD 2 bars are lit up. MEDIUM

YQ102AirCapDisplay

FIGURE 2.21B

AIR CAPACITY

SELECTOR SWITCH

YQ102ACpanel7

YQ102SoundHorn

FIGURE 2.21A

LCD display

LCD 1 bar is lit up. LOW

Press UP or DOWN of fan speed selector

FIGURE 2.21C

switch, and auto control of fan speed is

released, and “AUTO” indicator lamp on LCD

display goes out.

B2. Horn switch - FIGURE 2.21C

The horn switch is a momentary push button lo

cated on the operator’s left control handle, see

Fig. 2.21C for better reference.

NOTE

ALWAYS SOUND HORN BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

TO ALERT PERSONNEL THAT THE MACHINE IS GO

ING TO BE OPERATED.

Hydraulic system inactive Hydraulic system activeYQ10

B3. Safety Lever - FIGURE 2.21D

FIGURE 2.21D

A hydraulic safety lever lock is provided on the left

control console to avoid activation of any

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B4. Auto Warm Up Selector Switch - FIGURE

2.22A

Before turning the ignition switch to the ON postion,

turn on the warm up switch located on the left panel

Engine and

and then start the engine.

hydraulic system

warm up switch

NOTE

WARM

The Auto Warm Up System will not activate if the

Ambi ent temperature is above 10 ºC (50 ºF).

1. Warming up of engine

The “WARMING UP” is displayed on the multi

display after operating the engine for 3 minutes

at auto accel speed (1050 rpm.) when the accel

dial set value is the value for deceleration or

lower, the engine speed returns to the speed

set by the the throttle potentiometer.

2. Warming of hydraulic oil

The warm up operation will be done as follows:

pump max. flow rate at the engine speed (1050

rpm) for 3 minutes pump max. flow rate (con

trol valve closed) at the engine speed (1600

rpm) for 5 minutes pump max. flow rate and

control valve fully open at the engine speed

(1600 rpm) for 5 minutes max. flow rate at

the engine auto accel speed (1050 rpm) for 10

minutes, “WARMING UP” is displayed on the

multidisplay.

3. Warming up complete

After an elapsed time of about 26 minutes of

warming of hydraulic oil, or when the hydraulic

oil temperature switch turns OFF, The WARM

ING UP indication(“WARMING UP”) on the

multidisplay disappears and the buzzer sounds

for 5 seconds. Turn the auto warm up switch

OFF.

NOTE

1. If a pilot control lever is activated while the warm up

system is active, the warm up system is

disconnected. The warm up system will restart after

10 sec. of neu tral condition in the pilot control

system.

2. If the Auto warm up switch is pressed to the OFF

posi tion, the warm up system is disconnected.

3. In climates below -18 ºC (0 ºF) it may be necessary

to use a coolant heater, fuel heater, engine heater

jacket and/or additional battery power to aid in

starting the engine.

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YQ102Warmup

FIGURE 2.22A

CAUTION

AUTO WARM-UP SHOULD BE UTILIZED ANYTIME

MACHINE IS STARTED IN CLIMATE TEMPERA

TURES BELOW 10 ºC (50 ºF) TO STABILIZE MA

CHINE CONTROL RESPONSE. COLD OIL CAN

CAUSE ERRATIC MACHINE OPERATION.

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B5. Independent Travel Select Switch - FIGURE

D A N G E R D A N G E R

2.23A

NEVER TURN OFF HEAVY LIFT SWITCH DURING ANY

The independent travel select switch is located

HEAVY LIFTING OPERATION.

on the left hand control console. Use this function

SUDDEN OR UNEXPECTED LOAD MOVEMENT

where fine metering of simultaneous travel and at

COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

tachment operations are required. Travel control

B7. Swing Flasher Switch - FIGURE 2.23C

levers/pedals must be in the neutral position be

fore activating this switch.

The swing flasher switch is located on the right

hand operator console. The swing flasher is a 2

Independent

position rocker switch which is used to turn on

travel switch

the swing flashers.

“ON” - Push the symbol side of switch down to

turn the swing flashers ON.

“OFF” - Push the empty side of switch down to

turn the swing flashers OFF.

Swing flasher

switch

E D

CAUTION

F /

control of heavy lifting operations

YQ102IndTravel

are re

FIGURE 2.23A

Use the Swing Flasher Lights

B6. Heavy Lift Switch - FIGURE

when working in congested areas.

2.23B The heavy kift switch is

located on the left hand control

console. The heavy lift switch has

YQ102Swingflasher

2 operat ing positions. The heavy

lift function is used when precisionFIGURE 2.23C

B8. Double Pump Flow Selector Switch- FIGURE

2.23D (Optional for SK290LC/SK330LC-6E)

quired.

Use this switch, provided on the left side control

1. “ON” - Push the symbol side of switch down

panel, to select a single or double pump flow to

to turn heavy lift function on.

the auxiliary system.

2. “OFF” - Push back of switch down to turn

a. Press it forward to activate the double pump

heavy lift function Off.

flow for the auxiliary system.

b. Press it backward to cancel the double pump

flow and activate the single pump flow for the

auxiliary system.

Heavy lift switch

CAUTION

using breaker.

YQ102HeavyLift

Do not set this switch to

double pump flow when

FIGURE 2.23D

YQ102TwoPumpFlow

FIGURE 2.23B

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C. REAR PANEL AND OTHERS

the swing parking brake, proceed as

follows:

C1. Swing Parking Brake Release

1. Stop the engine, see Figure 2.24A.

Switch and Hydraulic Back Up

System

Shut off engine and

electronic system

When ever the “CPU MECHATRO

CONT. FAIL” is displayed on the LCD

screen, use the swing park ing brake

NORMAL

release switch to release the swing

park ing brake while the machine is

RELEASE LOCK

YQ102BrakeRelease

running. To release 2

YQ102KeyOff

FIGURE 2.24D

FIGURE 2.24A

adapter wires, see Figure 2.24C, and remove

2. Remove the covers for the control panel

the top cover. YQ102RearPanelCovers

located behind the operator’s seat, see Fig.

5. Use a 13 mm and a 5 mm wrench to back out

2.24B: › Remove the rear panel upper cover

completely, to stop position, a special screw lo

screws (4) and press the lower locks to

cated on the pump regulators. See Figure

release the cover. Tilt cover forward to

2.24E. 6. Start the engine.

disconnect the speaker wires and 12V

Turn out screws, completely to their

stop position.

YQ102P1RegScrew

FIGURE 2.24B

YQ102LSspeaker

YQ102RSspeaker

FIGURE 2.24C

FIGURE 2.24E

› Press the upper locks to release the top side of the

lower cover. Then press the lower locks to release

NOTE

the bottom side of the cover to remove it.

2.24D.

3. Locate the switch to release the swing parking

4. Install the rear panel covers.

brake and flip it to its release position, see Fig.

MACHINE EFFICIENCY WILL BE APPROXIMATELY 85%. Make

sure to return these switches to their “normal” position after

repairing the Mechatronic System.

YQ102P2RegScrew

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C2. 12 Volt Power Supply - FIGURE 2.25A

The 12 volt power supply is located

insert 12 volt male socket into power

a 24 volt outlet. Plugging a 12 volt

beside the right side switch panel.

supply. Replace cover after use.

12 VOLT ADAPTER

For use of common auto accessories

CAUTION

such as a fan or other accessories

requiring 12 volt(DC) power, pull cover

Do not use the cigarette lighter as a

away from 12 volt power supply and

power source for 12 volt accessories. It is

cover incorporates a fuse puller to remove

fuses.

Refer to the Maintenance Section of this manual

YQ102 12Vadapter

accessory into a 24 volt connector may result in

short

ing and/or Fire.

MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS OUTPUT - 180 WattFIGURE 2.25A

C3. Fuse Box - FIGURE 2.25B

The fuse box is located behind the operators

seat.

It contains all necessary fuses for the electrical

cir

cuits of the machine. Should it become

necessary

to inspect or change a fuse, remove the fuse

box

for a detailed diagram and description of fuse

cover by gently pulling each end away from the

box.

box. Should a fuse require replacement, use a

C4. Hour Meter - FIGURE 2.25C

placement fuse of the same type and amperage.

- The hour meter indicates the total time that

Turn key switch to “OFF” and wait approximately

FUSE COVER

seconds for all electrical power to stop before re

moving or replacing a bad or blown fuse. The

FUSE BOX

fuse

the engine has run. It meters

the time con tinuously as long

as the engine is running.

FIGURE 2.25B

HOUR METER

FIGURE 2.25C

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D. OPERATING LEVERS AND CONTROLS

D1. Engine Emergency Stop Control - FIGURE

2.26A

The engine emergency stop control cable is lo

cated at the lower right hand side of the operator’s

seat. It is used only in an emergency situation to

stop the engine quickly. It has 2 operating posi

tions.

1. “IN”-Releases the fuel stop lever on the gover

nor to allow normal starting of the engine.

2. “OUT”-Activates the fuel stop lever on the en

gine governor to immediately stop the engine.

YQ102EmergShutDown

CAUTION

FIGURE 2.26A

Do Not suddenly stop the engine

operated. The left hand operator

when operating at high RPM. Doing

LH CONTROL LEVER SWING LEFT

so may damage the turbo or engine.

D2. Left Hand Operator Control

Lever - FIGURE 2.26B

SWING RIGHT

CAUTION

Hydraulic controls are designed for

and set to ISO oper ating pattern for

optimum machine performance and

safety. Changing the control pattern

will effect the per formance of the

machine.

The left hand operator control lever is

YQ102LShandcontrol

located at the top front of the L.H.

operator console. Its pur pose is to

allow the operator to control

ARM IN

operations of the swing and arm.

ARM OUT

Operating speed of function is

variable from stop to full stroke

depending on how far lever is

control lever has 4 basic operational

arm in.

functions. 1. “FORWARD”- Variable speed

FIGURE 2.26B

arm out. 2. “BACKWARD”- Variable speed

control has 4 basic operational

RH CONTROL LEVER BUCKET OUT

functions.

3. “LEFT”- Variable speed left swing.

1. “FORWARD”- Variable speed

4. “RIGHT”- Variable speed right

boom down. 2. “BACKWARD”-

swing. 5. “CENTER”- Neutral

Variable speed boom up. 3. “LEFT”-

position.

Variable speed bucket in (digging). 4.

“RIGHT”- Variable speed bucket out

D3. Right Hand Operator Control

(Dump). 5. “CENTER”- Neutral

BOOM UP

Lever - FIG URE 2.26C

position.

BOOM DOWN

The right hand operator control lever

is located at the top front of the R.H.

operator console. Its pur pose is to

allow the operator to control

operations of the boom and bucket.

YQ102RShandcontrol

Operating speed of func tion is

variable from stop to full stroke

depending on how far lever is

BUCKET IN

operated. The right hand opera tor

FIGURE 2.26C

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FOOT REST

D4. Left and Right Travel Levers and

Pedals -FIG URE 2.27A

The travel levers and pedals are located

in front of operator seat. They are used to

move the left or right track of the machine

either forward or back ward:

1. “FORWARD”- Variable speed forward

track movement.

2. “BACKWARD”- Variable speed reverse

track movement.

3. “CENTER”- Neutral position.

THESE OPERATIONS ARE WITH

TRAVEL MOTORS POSITIONED

BEHIND THE OPERATOR’S CAB.

When needed, remove

travel levers and store

them in the air cleaner

YQ102TravelLeverBrackets

NOTE

compartment.

See “Machine Travel Controls” in

Section-03 for details on travel operation.

FIGURE 2.27C

D5. Removing the Travel Control

Levers 1. Use a 13 mm wrench to

remove the travel con trol levers from the

travel pedals, see Figure 2.27B.

2. Use a 17 mm wrench to remove the

support brackets located in the air cleaner

compartment, see Figure 2.27C.

3. Store the travel control levers properly

in the air cleaner compartment and

securely tighten the brackets.

RS TRAVEL PEDAL

RS TRAVEL LEVER

LS TRAVEL LEVER

LS TRAVEL PEDAL

LS FOOT REST

FIGURE 2.27A

YQ102Travelpedals

FIGURE 2.27B

DOWN TO

RELEASE DOOR

YQ102OpenDoorLatch

FIGURE 2.28C

YQ102OpenDoorLock

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c. Pull release lever located inside the door, and

door opens from the inside of cab. - FIGURE

2.29A.

PULL RELEASE LEVER

YQ102DoorLatch

FIGURE 2.29A

3. Opening & Closing Windshield

Front window (upper) can be stored in ceiling.

in place. See FIGURE 2.29C.

CAUTION

W A R N I N G

Make sure to properly lock the window frame in place,

or the wiper lock does not function, and consequently

Special attention must be paid not to injure hands

the wiper may be damaged because the wiper moves

and others when the front window is closed.

at the time when the wiper motor switch is turned on.

Always, make sure to properly lock the front window

in place to avoid injury.

LEVER (1 EACH SIDE)

a. Pull levers on the right and left sides of front

window upper section and levers are

unlocked. See FIGURE 2.29B.

b. Hold handles on upper central and lower left

sides of the front window. Lift the front window

up and slide overhead all the way to the back

end. Pull down on handles to lock the window

FIGURE 2.31C

YQ102CabDome

8. Storage Compartment

FIGURE 2.31B

The Operator and Parts Manual storage compart

ment is a pouch located on the back of the opera

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tors seat. Keep the Operator and Parts Manual for

7. Cab Dome Light

this machine in this location at all times for quick,

a. Turn Cab Dome Light “ON” by pushing the

easy reference. See FIGURE 2.31D.

Dome Light Switch downward.

b. Turn “OFF” by pushing switch all the way up.

See FIGURE 2.31C.

c. Place Dome Light Switch in the “CENTER” po

sition and the light will be operated by the door

switch. When door is opened the light will come

“ON” and when the door is closed the light will

turn “OFF”.

OFF

YQ102SeatPocket

FIGURE 2.31D

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YQ102Cabinsidelight

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9. Operator Seat Adjustments

The operator seat incorporates several adjustment

mechanisms to insure operator comfort, ease of

operation and operator safety.

The adjustment areas are as follows:

a. Operator Weight Adjustment - FIGURE 2.32A

1. Rotate the adjustment knob until weight read

out is close to the operator’s weight at the

top end of the dial.

YQ102SeatSuspAdjst

FIGURE 2.32A

b. Seat Height Adjustment - FIGURE 2.32B

To adjust the height of the control stand, use a

17 mm wrench to remove the capscrew (M10)

under the operator’s left side console. The 3-

stage setting position is as follows:

1. From Factory, the height is set to the me

dium position (H1), 10 mm (0.4”).

2. In the lowest position (H2), the height is

raised to 20 mm (0.8”).

YQ102ArmRest

FIGURE 2.32B

g. Head Rest Adjustment - FIGURE 2.33C 1.

Move head rest forward or backward to de

YQ102Opcontrolheight

sired reclining angle.

2. Raise or lower head rest to desired height.

YQ102HeadRest

FIGURE 2.33D

FIGURE 2.33C

h. Adjustment of Control Stand Height - FIG

URE 2.33D

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i. Seat Belts - FIGURE 2.34A

1. Sit on the operator’s seat and adjust the seat

position so that the operator’s back closely

contacts with the seat back.

2. Draw out the right side seat belt and fasten it

to the buckle located on the left side.

NOTE

If the belt stops while you’re pulling it out, release the

FIGURE 2.34A

tension and continue pulling it out.

RED BUTTON

BUCKLE

cleaner access door closed.

YQ102BuckleUp

Use the key switch key to lock and unlock the En

gine coolant tank access door.

AIR CLEANER

3. When the seat belt is used, draw it out mod

COMPARTMENT

erately long and insert it in the buckle until

W A R N I N G

rattling sound is heard.

Release hands, and the length is auto

ALWAYS WEAR SEAT BELT WHILE SITTING IN OPERATOR SEAT.

matically adjusted and the belt is locked.

ALWAYS CHECK CONDITION OF SEAT BELT AND SEAT BELT

MOUNTING HARDWARE TO MAKE CERTAIN SEAT BELT IS IN

4. After locking, the belt can be adjusted about

GOOD CONDITION AND PROPERLY SECURE.

25 mm (1 in) to fit comfortably.

CAUTION

5. Press the red button of the buckle, and the

Replace the seat belt every three years regardless of

belt is unfastened.

appearence, and tag date of replacement on its support

mount for reference.

2.5. MACHINE ACCESS COMPARTMENTS AND

DOORS

CAUTION

A. Engine Coolant Tank & Engine Air Cleaner

Access Doors - FIGURE 2.34B

ALWAYS, MAKE SURE TO USE THE DOOR STAYS TO LOCK THEM

OPEN WHILE PERFORMING INSPECTION AND/OR MAINTE

Located on the left side of the machine the engine

NANCE.

coolant tank access door allows access to the en

gine coolant tank. It also holds the engine air

2.34B

LB102LSrearCompartment

RADIATOR COMPARTMENT

2-34

Dynamic Acera MC Training, 11/02 Rev. 0

Radiator Expansion Tank

FIGURE

MACHINE FAMILIARIZATION

B. Main Pump Access Door - FIGURE 2.35A

Locate on the right side of the machine this door

allows access to the main pump.

AND/OR MAINTENANCE.

ALWAYS, MAKE SURE TO USE THE

CAUTION

DOOR STAYS TO LOCK THEM OPEN

WHILE PERFORMING INSPECTION

C. Battery Box Access Cover -

FIGURE 2.35B Located on the right front

of the upper frame. This cover allows

access to the batteries and battery relay.

This access cover is also locked and

unlocked using the ignition key.

FIGURE 2.35A

Use stay to lock the cover open.

YQ102Batteries

D. Fuel Cap - FIGURE 2.35C

Stop engine and remove cap on fuel tank.

Fill to desired level or to full capacity. See

FIGURE 2.35B

Section 4 for proper tank capacity.

W A R N I N G

MAKE SURE ENGINE IS OFF AND

KEEP BATTERY COVER AND ENGINE

HOOD CLOSED WHEN FUEL ING.

YQ102Fueltankcap

E. Engine Cover - FIGURE 2.35D

Open engine cover with ignition key (if

FIGURE 2.35C

locked) af ter stopping engine.

Use stay to support it.

YQ102PumpCompartment

YQ102EngineHood

FIGURE 2.35D

2-35

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Kobelco

Always keep this manual in the operators seat

pocket.

4. It is very difficult to forecast every danger that may

If it is missing or damaged, place an order with an

occur during operation. However, safety can be

authorized

KOBELCO distributor for a

ensured by fully understanding proper operating

replacement. If you have any questions, please

procedures for this machine according to methods

consult an autho rized KOBELCO distributor.

recommended by KO BELCO.

1. Most accidents, which occur during operation, are

5. While operating the machine, be sure to perform

due to neglect of precautionary measures and

work with great care, so as not to damage the

safety rules. Sufficient care should be taken to avoid

machine, or allow accidents to occur.

these acci dents. Erroneous operation, lubrication or

maintenance services are very dangerous and may

6. Continue studying this manual until all Safety, Opera

cause injury or death of personnel. Therefore all

tion and Maintenance procedures are completely un

precautionary mea sures, NOTES, DANGERS,

derstood by all persons working with the machine.

WARNINGS and CAU TIONS contained in this

manual and on the machine should be read and

understood by all personnel be fore starting any

1.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

work with or on the machine.

WARNING

2. Operation, inspection, and maintenance should be

! !

carefully carried out, and safety must be given the

first priority. Messages of safety are indicated with

The proper and safe lubrication and maintenance

marks. The safety information contained in this

for this machine, recommended by KOBELCO, is

manual is in tended only to supplement safety

out lined in the OPERATORS MANUAL for this

codes, insurance re quirements, local laws, rules

machine.

and regulations.

Improper performance of lubrication or

3. Messages of safety appear in this manual and on the

maintenance procedures are dangerous and could

machine. All messages of safety are identified by the

result in injury or death. Read and understand the

words “DANGER”, “WARNING” and “CAUTION” . a.

OPERATORS MANUAL before performing any

DANGER - Indicates an imminently hazardous situ

lubrication or main tenance.

ation which, if not avoided, will result in death or

serious injury and is represented as follows:

The serviceman or mechanic may be unfamiliar with

many of the systems on this machine. This makes it

DANGER

important to use caution when performing service work.

! !

A knowl edge of the system and or components is

important be fore the removal or disassembly of any

b. WARNING - Indicates a potentially hazardous

component.

situ ation which, if not avoided, could result in

death or serious injury and is represented as

Because of the size of some of the machine

follows:

components, the serviceman or mechanic should check

c. CAUTION - Indicates a potentially hazardous situ

the weights noted in this manual. Use proper lifting

ation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or

procedures when removing any components. Weight of

moderate injury. It may also be used to alert

components table for SK210(LC)-VI is shown in Page

against possible damage to the machine and its

6-5 and for SK250(LC)-

compo nents and is represented as follows:

CAUTION

WARNING^{VI in page 6-23 of Section VI - SPECIFICATIONS.} ! !

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8. Use steps and grab handles when mounting or dis

The following is a list of basic precautions that must al

mounting a machine. Clean any mud, grease, oil, or

ways be observed.

debris from steps, walkways or work platforms

before using. Always face the machine when using

1. Read and understand all Warning plates and decals

steps, lad ders and walkways. When it is not

on the machine before Operating, Maintaining or Re

possible to use the designed access system,

pairing this machine.

provide ladders, scaffolds, or work platforms to

perform safe repair operations. Refer to item M on

2. Always wear protective glasses and protective shoes

page 1-3.

when working around machines. In particular, wear

pro tective glasses when using hammers, punches

9. To avoid back injury, use a hoist when lifting compo

or drifts on any part of the machine or attachments.

nents which weigh 23 kg (50 lbs) or more. Make

Use weld ers gloves, hood/goggles, apron and the

sure all chains, hooks, slings, etc., are in good

protective clothing appropriate to the welding job

condition and are the correct capacity. Be sure

being performed. Do not wear loose fitting or torn

hooks are posi tioned correctly. Lifting eyes are not

clothing. Remove all rings from fingers, loose

to be side loaded during a lifting operation.

jewelry, confine long hair and loose clothing before

working on this machinery.

10.To avoid burns, be alert for hot parts on machines

which have just been stopped and hot fluids in lines,

3. Disconnect the battery and hang a “Do Not Operate”

tubes and compartments.

tag in the Operators Compartment. Remove ignition

keys.

11.Be careful when removing cover plates. Gradually

back off the last two bolts or nuts located at opposite

4. If possible, make all repairs with the machine parked

ends of the cover or device and carefully pry cover

on a level, hard surface. Block the machine so it

loose to relieve any spring or other pressure, before

does not roll while working on or under the machine.

removing the last two bolts or nuts completely.

Hang a “Do Not Operate” tag in the Operators

Compartment.

12.Be careful when removing filler caps, breathers and

plugs on the machine. Hold a rag over the cap or

Do not work on any machine that is supported only

plug to prevent being sprayed or splashed by liquids

by lift, jacks or a hoist. Always use blocks or jack

under pressure. The danger is even greater if the

stands, capable of supporting the machine, before

machine has just been stopped because fluids can

performing any disassembly.

be hot.

13.Always use the proper tools that are in good

! WARNING !

condition and that are suited for the job at hand. Be

Do not operate this machine unless you have read

sure you understand how to use them before

and understand the instructions in the

performing any service work.

OPERATORS MANUAL. Improper machine

operation is dangerous and could result in injury

14.Reinstall all fasteners with the same part number.

or death.

Do not use a lesser quality fastener if replacements

are necessary.

6. Relieve all pressure in air, oil or water systems

before any lines, fittings or related items are

15.Repairs which require welding should be performed

disconnected or removed. Always make sure all

only with the benefit of the appropriate reference

raised components are blocked correctly and be

infor mation and by personnel adequately trained

alert for possible pressure when disconnecting any

and knowl edgeable in welding procedures.

device from a system that uti lizes pressure.

Determine type of metal being welded and select

correct welding proce dure and electrodes, rods or

wire to provide a weld metal strength equivalent at

7. Lower the bucket, blade, or other attachments to the

least to that of the parent metal. Make sure to

ground before performing any work on the machine.

disconnect battery before any welding procedures

If this cannot be done, make sure the bucket, blade,

are attempted.

rip per or other attachment is blocked correctly to

prevent it from dropping unexpectedly.

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before reusing.

16.Do not damage wiring during removal operations.

Re install the wiring so it is not damaged nor will be

22.Be careful when servicing or separating the tracks.

dam aged in operation of the machine by contacting

Chips can fly when removing or installing a track

sharp corners, or by rubbing against some object or

pin. Wear safety glasses and long sleeve protective

hot sur face. Do not connect wiring to a line

cloth ing. Tracks can unroll very quickly when

containing fluid.

separated. Keep away from front and rear of

machine. The ma chine can move unexpectedly

17.Be sure all protective devices including guards and

when both tracks are disengaged from the

shields are properly installed and functioning

sprockets. Block the machine to prevent it from

correctly before starting a repair. If a guard or shield

moving.

must be removed to perform the repair work, use

23.Caution should be used to avoid breathing dust that

extra caution and replace the guard or shield after

may be generated when handling components con

repair is com plete.

taining asbestos fibers. If this dust is inhaled, it can

be hazardous to your health. Components in

18.The maintenance and repair work while holding the

KOBELCO products that may contain asbestos

bucket raised is dangerous due to the possibility of a

fibers are brake pads, brake band and lining

falling attachment. Don’t fail to lower the attachment

assemblies, clutch plates and some gaskets. The

and place the bucket to the ground before starting

asbestos used in these com ponents is usually

the work.

bound in a resin or sealed in some way. Normal

handling is not hazardous as long as air borne dust

19.Loose or damaged fuel, lubricant and hydraulic

which contains asbestos is not generated.

lines, tubes and hoses can cause fires. Do not bend

or strike high pressure lines or install ones which

If dust which may contain asbestos is present,

have been bent or damaged. Inspect lines, tubes

there are several common sense guidelines that

and hoses care fully. Do not check for leaks with

should be followed.

your hands. Very small (pinhole) leaks can result in

a high velocity oil stream that will be invisible close

a. Never use compressed air for cleaning. b.

to the hose. This oil can pen etrate the skin and

Avoid brushing or grinding of asbestos contain

cause personal injury. Use card board or paper to

ing materials.

locate pin hole leaks.

c. For clean up, use wet methods or a vacuum

equipped with a high efficiency particulate air

20.Tighten connections to the correct torque. Make

(HEPA) filter.

sure that all heat shields, clamps and guards are

d. Use exhaust ventilation on permanent machin

installed correctly to avoid excessive heat, vibration

ing jobs.

or rubbing against other parts during operation.

e. Wear an approved respirator if there is no

Shields that pro tect against oil spray onto hot

other way to control the dust.

exhaust components in event of a line, tube or seal

f. Comply with applicable rules and regulations

failure must be installed correctly.

for the work place.

g. Follow environmental rules and regulations for

21.Do not operate a machine if any rotating part is dam

disposal of asbestos.

aged or contacts any other part during operation.

h. Avoid areas where asbestos particles may be

Any high speed rotating component that has been

in the air.

dam aged or altered should be checked for balance

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PRECAUTIONS

1.3 PRE-START SAFETY

area lo cated behind the operators seat for quick

reference. Should the operators manual become

Many failures that occur during machine operation or

lost or dam aged, contact an authorized

ser vicing result from neglecting fundamental safety

KOBELCO distributor to order the operators

precau tions. The following safety precautions are given

Manual.

to prevent such failures, but they are only a part of what

you must follow. Read, understand and follow all safety

precautions found in this manual and on the machine

E. HOW TO HANDLE LIFE HAMMER

thoroughly before operating the machine.

A life hammer is provided on the right side of cab.

In case of emergency, take the life hammer,

break the cab glass, and escape from the cab. In

A. OBSERVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

addition, the life hammer is equipped with a cutter

Follow all safety rules, precautions, and

on the lever side to cut the seat belt, etc.

operating procedures.If there are other personnel

and flagmen working in the area, have them

observe the specified signs.

F. PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES

Have a fire extinguisher and first aid kit ready for

emergencies. Know how to operate the fire extin

B. WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

guisher and know where the First Aid Kit is

Wear well fitting safety shoes, hard hat, and

located for easy access in case of emergency.

working clothes, and put on protective glasses,

face shield, ear protection and gloves. When

necessary, wear reflective vest.

C. READ and UNDERSTAND THE OPERA

TORS MANUAL

Before operating the machine, read and

understand this operators manual thoroughly

inorder to use the mchine effectively and safely.

OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

D. KEEP OPERATORS MANUAL IN MACHINE

CAB Keep this manual in the specified storage

SK32001002

SK32001005

WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES

STORAGE

AREA

SK32001003

READ MANUAL / KEEP IN MACHINE CAB

HOW TO HANDLE LIFE HAMMER

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G. ENSURE SAFETY AT THE WORK SITE

Know the work area! Before operating the machine,

carefully survey and record the land and worksite

features to prevent the machine from falling or the

soil from caving in.

H. PERFORM PRE-START INSPECTION

Before starting the machine, perform a PRESTART

inspection of the machine. If any problems are found,

repair or replace defective components immediately.

DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE

lever is not set to the “LOCKED” position and

until all problem areas are properly repaired.

hydraulic controls are touched accidentally, the

Always keep the windshield, working lamps, and

machine may move sud denly resulting in serious

mirrors clean for good visibility.

injury. Also before leaving the machine, lower the

bucket to the ground, place the safety lock lever

in the “LOCKED” (Up) position, stop the engine

I. ENGAGE SAFETY LOCK LEVER

and remove the starter switch key.

BEFORE LEAVING MACHINE

Before leaving the operator’s seat, move the

safety lock lever to the “LOCKED” (Up) position.

J. SIGNS, SIGNALS & FLAGMEN

This will not allow operation of any hydraulic

Install signs on soft shoulders and ground areas,

controls should they be accidentally moved. If the

have a flagman direct the operation if necessary.

The operator should note marks and follow

MACHINE

signals from the flagman. All personnel should

know the meaning of the signs, marks, and

signals. Only one flagman should give the signs

and signals.

K. KEEP FIRE AWAY FROM FUEL AND OIL Oil,

antifreeze, and especially fuel are highly flam

mable. Never use fire near the machine. Securely

tighten all fuel and oil caps. Keep fuel and oil in

the designated storage areas. Promptly clean up

any all spills and dispose of waste properly.

SAFETY LOCK LEVER

L. USE CAUTION NEAR NOISE

If noise is high during operation, hearing loss

may result. Approved hearing protection should

be used if personnel will be exposed to high

noise levels for a long period of time.

WORKSITE SAFETY- KNOW THE

KEEP FIRE AWAY FROM FUEL & OIL

AREA PRE-START INSPECTION OF

SK32001010

USE CAUTION NEAR NOISE

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KEEP STEP RAILS CLEAN AND IN GOOD

M. MOUNTING & DISMOUNTING MACHINE

AREAS

When getting on and off the machine,

Immediately after the machine is

always main tain three point contact

operated, the tem perature and

by using the handrails and step.

pressure of the engine coolant, en

Inspect and clean handrails, step, and

mount ing parts. Remove slippery

materials, such as lu bricants, and

mud. Always place the cab door en

trance parallel to the tracks before

stopping the engine for dismounting.

N. AVOID HOT SURFACES &

USE GRIP BARS AND STEP RAILS

CONDITION

SK32001012

gine oil, and hydraulic oil are very high. Burns

HOT SURFACES

may result if caps are removed, or oil, water, or

filters are changed under these conditions. Wait

until the temperature goes down, before

attempting to check fluids or change filters.

O. USE THE PROPER OPTIONAL ATTACHMENT

Use only optional attachments designed for and ap

proved by KOBELCO. Read, understand and fol low

SK32001013

all instructions in the manual accompanying the

optional attachment. Use of any optional attachment

USE PROPER ATTACHMENT

not approved by KOBELCO in writing, can cause

serious injury to personnel, damage to the machine

and its components and shorten the life of the ma

chine. Contact an authorized KOBELCO Dealer for

optional attachments available for the machine.

P. PREVENT FIRES

Leaking or spilled fuel, lubricants and hydraulic

SK32001014

oil are fire hazards. Clean and properly dispose

PREVENT FIRES- CLEAN UP SPILLS

of spills as they occur. Repair or replace all

leaking compo nents to prevent fire. Also, clean

the machine regu larly removing all debris to help

prevent fires, pay particular attention to removal

of leaves, sticks, paper etc. Keep fire

extinguisher in an accessible area and know how

to use the fire extinguisher should a fire occur.

1.4 SAFETY DURING OPERATION

A. STARTING ENGINE

Sit in the operator’s seat. Sound the horn before

starting the engine to alert people the machine is

being started. Make sure no one is near the ma

chine. Do not short circuit the starter circuit or bat

tery to start the engine. This may cause serious

injury or cause damage the electrical system.

MOUNTING/DISMOUNTING MACHINE

SOUND HORN BEFORE

STARTING

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B. PASSENGERS

This equipment is not intended or designed for the

transportation of persons. Never allow persons to

ride on the machine. Serious injury or death can

result from allowing passengers on or in the

machine.

C. TRAVEL

Make certain of the location of the travel motors be

fore operating travel controls. Sound horn before

mov ing the machine to inform persons that the

machine is travelling. Position the attachment as

shown in illustration before beginning travel. Move

the machine at slow speeds. Do not turn suddenly

on rough ter rain. Avoid travelling over obstacles.

Should it be come necessary to travel over an

obstacle, keep the attachment low to the ground and

KNOW TRAVEL MOTOR POSITION

travel at extremely slow speed.

in the work area and operate the machine within

D. SWING

those

Make certain the swing area of machine is clear of

all persons and obstacles before operating swing

con trols. Sound horn before swinging machine. If

limits. If necessary have a flagman signal the opera

nec essary, have a flagman signal operator during

tor to prevent injury to persons or damage to the

op eration to help prevent injury to persons or

DANGER

damage to obstacles and equipment.

E. BOOM, ARM & ATTACHMENTS

Give the work you are doing your undivided atten

tion. Make certain the attachment being used is

suited for the job at hand. Make certain of obstacles

NO PASSENGERS

machine or obstacles in the work area.

ALWAYS PLACE ATTACHMENTS ON THE GROUND AND RAISE THE SAFETY LOCK LEVER

BEFORE LEAVING THE CAB.

F. OPERATING ON INCLINES OR SLOPES Operation of this machine on an incline or slop may cause

the machine to become unstable or unbal anced. Work up and down inclines or slopes never across.

Never Swing or turn machine around on slopes. Build a level area for the machine to operate. Operate

controls carefully to prevent sud den move ments which may cause the machine to slide or tip over. Use a

flagman to direct the operator.

KEEP CLEAR OF

SWING AREA

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