Hitachi ZAXIS 240LC-3

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Serial No.

ZAXIS240LC-3 020001 and up

ZAXIS270LC-3 030002 and up

ZAXIS350LC-3 050002 and up

PART NO. EM1V1-NA1-1

Operator’s Manual

240LC-3

270LC-3

350LC-3

Hydraulic Excavator

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Table of Contents5
Machine Numbers9
Product Identification Number9
Travel Motor10
Swing Motor10
Hydraulic Pump11
Recognize Safety Information13
Understand Signal Words13
Follow Safety Instructions14
Prepare for Emergencies14
Wear Protective Clothing15
Protect against Noise15
Inspect Machine15
General Precautions for Cab16
Use Handholds and Steps17
Adjust the Operator's Seat17
Ensure Safety before Rising from or Leaving Operator's Seat17
Fasten Your Seat Belt18
Move and Operate Machine Safely18
Operate Only from Operator's Seat19
Jump Starting19
Keep Riders off Machine19
Precautions for Operations20
Investigate Job Site Beforehand21
Equipment of Head Guard, Rops, Fops22
Provide Signals for Jobs Involving Multiple Numbers of Machines22
Confirm Direction of Machine to be Driven22
Drive Machine Safely23
Avoid Injury from Rollaway Accidents25
Avoid Injury from Back-Over and Swing Accidents26
Keep Person Clear from Working Area27
Never Position Bucket over Anyone27
Avoid Undercutting27
Avoid Tipping28
Never Undercut a High Bank28
Dig with Caution29
Operate with Caution29
Avoid Power Lines30
Precautions for Lightening30
Object Handling30
Protect against Flying Debris31
Park Machine Safely31
Handle Fluids Safely−Avoid Fires31
Transport Safely32
Practice Safe Maintenance33
Warn Others of Service Work34
Support Machine Properly34
Stay Clear of Moving Parts34
Prevent Parts from Flying35
Store Attachments Safely35
Prevent Burns36
Replace Rubber Hoses Periodically36
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids37
Prevent Fires38
Evacuating in Case of Fire39
Beware of Exhaust Fumes39
Precautions for Welding and Grinding39
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines40
Avoid Applying Heat to Lines Containing Flammable Fluids40
Remove Paint before Welding or Heating40
Beware of Asbestos Dust41
Prevent Battery Explosions41
Service Air Conditioning System Safely41
Handle Chemical Products Safely42
Dispose of Waste Properly42
Safety Signs43
Components Name49
Operator's Station50
Cab Features50
Multi Function Monitor51
Outline52
Menu Screen (23)55
Hour Meter56
Fuel Gauge56
Clock56
Menu Key57
Optional Function Key57
Return to Basic Screen Key57
Alarm Light57
Optional Function Display57
Coolant Temperature Gauge58
Operating Status Icon Display58
Alarm Occurrence Screen63
Contents of Alarms65
Clock Setting67
Attachment Selection (Only Machines Equipped with Optional Parts)68
Pump 2 Flow Rate Adjustment (Only Machines Equipped with Optional Parts)72
Displaying Operating Conditions73
Fuel Rate Display/No Display74
Maintenance Settings81
Language Settings86
Switch Panel88
Engine Control Dial89
Auto-Idle Switch89
Power Mode Switch90
Travel Mode Switch90
Work Light Switch91
Wiper/Washer Switch92
Switch Panel93
Key Switch95
Power Boost Switch95
Horn Switch95
Cigar Lighter96
Cab Light97
Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever98
Engine Stop Switch98
Fuse Box99
Auto Air Conditioner100
Cab Heater Operation103
Cooling Operation104
Defroster Operation104
Tips for Optimal Air Conditioner Usage106
AM/FM Radio Operation107
Digital Clock Setting Procedure108
Cab Door Release Lever109
Opening Upper Front Window109
Closing Upper Front Window110
Removing and Storing Lower Front Window111
Opening Side Windows111
Opening/Closing Overhead Window112
Emergency Exit113
Adjusting the Seat114
Adjusting Console Height116
Seat Belt117
Break-In119
Observe Engine Operation Closely119
Every 8 Hours or Daily119
After the First 50 Hours119
After the First 100 Hours119
Operating the Engine121
Inspect Machine Daily before Starting121
Before Starting Engine122
Starting the Engine in Ordinary Temperature123
Starting in Cold Weather124
Check Instruments after Starting125
Using Booster Batteries126
Stopping the Engine128
Driving the Machine129
Drive the Machine Carefully129
Steering the Machine Using Pedals130
Steering the Machine Using Levers131
Travel Mode Switch132
Travel Alarm132
Operating on Soft Ground133
Raise One Track Using Boom and Arm133
Towing Machine a Short Distance134
Operating in Water or Mud135
Parking the Machine on Slopes136
Parking the Machine136
Operating the Machine137
Control Lever (Iso Pattern)137
Attachment Pedal (Hydraulic Breaker)(Optional)138
Attachment Pedal (Hydraulic Crusher)(Optional)139
Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever140
Engine Speed Control142
Auto-Idle143
Work Mode144
Work Mode Select144
Work Mode Select145
Power Boost146
Power Mode147
Operating Backhoe148
Grading Operation148
Face Shovel Operation149
Avoid Abusive Operation149
Operating Tips150
Select Correct Track Shoes150
Hydraulic Breaker and Hydraulic Crusher151
Pipings for Breaker and Crusher152
Secondary Relief Pressure Adjustment153
Precautions for Breaker Operation154
Breaker Maintenance157
Precautions for Crusher Operation158
Attachment160
Attachment Connection Parts164
Precaution for Arm Roll-In/Bucket Roll-In Combined Operation165
When Installing an Attachment Longer than Standard Bucket165
Shackle Hole Usage166
Overnight Storage Instructions166
Emergency Boom Lowering Procedure (Without Hose-Rupture Safety Valve)167
Object Handling168
Transporting169
Transporting by Road169
Loading/Unloading on a Trailer169
Machine Lifting Procedure173
Maintenance175
Correct Maintenance and Inspection Procedures175
Check the Hour Meter Regularly176
Use Correct Fuels and Lubricants176
Layout177
Maintenance Guide Table178
Prepare Machine for Maintenance180
Hood and Access Covers181
Periodic Replacement of Parts182
Maintenance Guide183
Cooling System185
Greasing188
Front Joint Pins188
Swing Bearing190
Swing Internal Gear191
Engine192
Engine Oil Level192
Change Engine Oil193
Replace Engine Oil Filter193
Transmission195
Pump Transmission195
Swing Reduction Gear196
Travel Reduction Gear197
Hydraulic System199
Inspection and Maintenance of Hydraulic Equipment199
Breaker Maintenance201
Check Hydraulic Oil Level202
Change Hydraulic Oil203
Suction Filter Cleaning203
Replace Hydraulic Tank Oil Filter206
Replace Pilot Oil Filter207
Replace Air Breather Element208
Check Hoses and Lines209
Service Recommendations for Hydraulic Fittings212
Fuel System214
Drain Fuel Tank Sump216
Check Water Separator217
Replace Fuel Main Filter Element221
Replace Fuel Pre-Filter Element222
Clean Fuel Solenoid Pump Strainer223
Check Fuel Hoses224
Air Cleaner225
Clean the Air Cleaner Outer Element225
Replace the Air Cleaner Outer and Inner Elements225
Cooling System227
Check Coolant Level229
Check and Adjust Fan Belt Tension230
Change Coolant231
Clean Radiator Interior231
Clean Radiator, Oil Cooler Core and Inter Cooler232
Clean Oil Cooler, Radiator and Inter Coller Front Screen232
Clean Air Conditioner Condenser232
Clean Fuel Oil Cooler232
Clean Air Conditioner Front Screen (Opt.)232
Electrical System233
Replace Batteries236
Remove and Installing Battery237
Replacing Fuses237
Miscellaneous239
Change Bucket243
Convert Bucket Connection into Face Shovel244
Adjust the Bucket Linkage245
Remove the Travel Levers246
Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level247
Check Track Sag248
Clean and Replace Air Conditioner Filter Clean Filter250
Check the Air Conditioner252
Clean Cab Floor253
12 Retighten Cylinder Head Bolt254
Inspect and Adjust Valve Clearance254
Measure Engine Compression Pressure254
Check Starter and Alternator254
Check Water Pump254
Check Tightening Torque of Bolts and Nuts255
Maintenance under Special Environmental Conditions268
Storage269
Storing the Machine269
Removing the Machine from Storage270
Installing Vandal-Proof Covers271
Help Prevent Crime272
Record Identification Numbers272
Keep Proof of Ownership272
Park Indoors out of Sight272
When Parking Outdoors273
Reduce Vandalism273
Report Thefts Immediately273
Troubleshooting275
Impossible to Start the Engine275
Engine276
Electrical System280
Mode Selection282
Control Levers283
Hydraulic System283
Specifications287
Working Ranges (ZAXIS240LC -3 )288
Shoe Types and Applications (ZAXIS240LC -3 )289
Bucket Types and Applications (ZAXIS240LC -3 )290
Specifications (ZAXIS270LC -3 )290
Working Ranges (ZAXIS270LC -3 )292
Shoe Types and Applications (ZAXIS270LC -3 )293
Bucket Types and Applications (ZAXIS270LC -3 )294
Specifications (ZAXIS350LC -3 )294
Working Ranges (ZAXIS350LC -3 )296
Shoe Types and Applications (ZAXIS350LC -3 )297
Bucket Types and Applications (ZAXIS350LC )298
Index299

Brand	Hitachi
Model	ZAXIS 240LC-3
Category	Excavators
Language	English

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