Hitachi ZAXIS 400R-3 - User Manual

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Serial No.

ZAXIS400R

-3

001001 and up

ZAXIS400LCH

-3

001001 and up

PRINTED IN JAPAN (E) 2007, 01

This book is printed on recycled paper.

ZAXIS400R

-3

•

400LCH

-3

HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL EM1JK-1-1

Hydraulic Excavator

PART NO.

EM1JK-1-1

400R

-3

400LCH

-3

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Main Page

Machine Numbers3
Table of Contents7
Safety11
Recognize Safety Information11
Understand Signal Words11
Follow Safety Instructions12
Prepare for Emergencies12
Wear Protective Clothing13
Protect against Noise13
Inspect Machine13
General Precautions for Cab14
Use Handholds and Steps15
Adjust the Operator's Seat15
Ensure Safety before Rising from or Leaving Operator's Seat15
Fasten Your Seat Belt16
Move and Operate Machine Safely16
Handle Starting Aids Safely16
Operate Only from Operator's Seat17
Jump Starting17
Keep Riders off Machine17
Precautions for Operations18
Investigate Job Site Beforehand19
Equipment of Head Guard, ROPS, FOPS20
Provide Signals for Jobs Involving Multiple Numbers of Machines20
Confirm Direction of Machine to be Driven20
Drive Machine Safely21
Avoid Injury from Rollaway Accidents23
Avoid Injury from Back-Over and Swing Accidents24
Keep Person Clear from Working Area25
Never Position Bucket over Anyone25
Avoid Undercutting25
Avoid Tipping26
Never Undercut a High Bank26
Dig with Caution27
Operate with Caution27
Avoid Power Lines28
Precautions for Lightening28
Object Handling28
Protect against Flying Debris29
Park Machine Safely29
Handle Fluids Safely−Avoid Fires29
Transport Safely30
Practice Safe Maintenance31
Warn Others of Service Work32
Support Machine Properly32
Stay Clear of Moving Parts32
Prevent Parts from Flying33
Store Attachments Safely33
Prevent Burns34
Replace Rubber Hoses Periodically34
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids35
Prevent Fires36
Evacuating in Case of Fire37
Beware of Exhaust Fumes37
Precautions for Welding and Grinding37
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines38
Avoid Applying Heat to Lines Containing Flammable Fluids38
Remove Paint before Welding or Heating38
Beware of Asbestos Dust39
Prevent Battery Explosions39
Service Air Conditioning System Safely39
Handle Chemical Products Safely40
Dispose of Waste Properly40
Safety Signs41
Components Name55
Operator's Station56
Cab Features56
Multi Function Monitor58
Outline59
Menu Screen (23)62
Hour Meter63
Fuel Gauge63
Clock63
Back Monitor Selector63
Menu Key64
Optional Function Key64
Return to Basic Screen Key64
Alarm Light64
Optional Function Display64
Coolant Temperature Gauge65
Operating Status Icon Display65
Alarm Occurrence Screen70
Contents of Alarms72
Clock Setting74
Attachment Selection (Only Machines Equipped with Optional Parts)75
Pump 2 Flow Rate Adjustment (Only Machines Equipped with Optional Parts)79
Displaying Operating Conditions80
Fuel Rate Display/No Display81
Back Monitor Settings89
Maintenance Settings91
Mail (Optional)96
Language Settings98
Switch Panel100
Engine Control Dial101
Auto-Idle Switch101
Power Mode Switch102
Travel Mode Switch102
Work Light Switch103
Wiper/Washer Switch104
Switch Panel (Optional)106
Key Switch108
Power Boost Switch108
Horn Switch108
Cigar Lighter109
Cab Light110
Installing Fire Extinguisher (Optional)110
Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever111
Engine Stop Switch111
Fuse Box112
Additional Fuse Box112
Auto Air Conditioner113
Cab Heater Operation116
Cooling Operation117
Defroster Operation117
Tips for Optimal Air Conditioner Usage119
Cab Heater (Optional)120
Cab Heater Operation121
Defroster Operation122
AM/FM Radio Operation123
Digital Clock Setting Procedure124
Cab Door Release Lever125
Opening Upper Front Window (Optional)125
Closing Upper Front Window (Optional)126
Removing and Storing Lower Front Window (Optional)127
Opening Side Windows127
Opening/Closing Overhead Window (Optional)128
Emergency Exit129
Emergency Exit (Optional)130
Adjusting the Mechanical Suspension Seat131
Seat with a Built-In Heater132
Adjusting the Air-Suspension Seat (Optional)133
Seat with a Built-In Heater134
Adjusting the Fixed Seat (Optional)135
Adjusting Console Height137
Seat Belt138
Break-In139
Observe Engine Operation Closely139
Every 8 Hours or Daily139
After the First 50 Hours139
After the First 100 Hours139
Operating the Engine141
Inspect Machine Daily before Starting141
Before Starting Engine142
Starting the Engine in Ordinary Temperature143
Starting in Cold Weather145
Check Instruments after Starting147
Using Booster Batteries148
Stopping the Engine150
Driving the Machine151
Drive the Machine Carefully151
Steering the Machine Using Pedals152
Steering the Machine Using Levers153
Travel Mode Switch154
Travel Alarm (Optional)154
Operating on Soft Ground155
Raise One Track Using Boom and Arm155
Towing Machine a Short Distance156
Operating in Water or Mud157
Parking the Machine on Slopes158
Parking the Machine158
Operating the Machine159
Control Lever (ISO Pattern)159
Control Lever (HITACHI Pattern) (Optional)160
In the Unlock Position163
Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever165
Engine Speed Control167
Auto-Idle168
Work Mode169
Work Mode Select170
Power Boost171
Power Mode172
Operating Backhoe173
Grading Operation173
Avoid Abusive Operation174
Operating Tips175
Select Correct Track Shoes175
Hydraulic Breaker and Hydraulic Crusher176
Pipings for Breaker and Crusher177
Secondary Relief Pressure Adjustment178
Precautions for Breaker Operation179
Breaker Maintenance182
Precautions for Crusher Operation184
Attachment186
Attachment Connection Parts190
Precaution for Arm Roll-In/Bucket Roll-In Combined Operation191
When Installing an Attachment Longer than Standard Bucket191
Shackle Hole Usage192
Overnight Storage Instructions192
Emergency Boom Lowering Procedure193
Object Handling194
Transporting197
Transporting by Road197
Loading/Unloading on a Trailer197
Machine Lifting Procedure201
Maintenance203
Correct Maintenance and Inspection Procedures203
Check the Hour Meter Regularly204
Use Correct Fuels and Lubricants204
Layout205
Maintenance Guide Table206
Prepare Machine for Maintenance208
Hood and Access Covers209
Periodic Replacement of Parts210
Maintenance Guide211
Greasing216
Front Joint Pins216
Swing Bearing221
Swing Internal Gear222
Electric Grease Gun223
Engine231
Engine Oil Level231
Change Engine Oil232
Replace Engine Oil Filter232
Transmission234
Pump Transmission234
Swing Reduction Gear235
Travel Reduction Gear236
Hydraulic System238
Inspection and Maintenance of Hydraulic Equipment238
Breaker Maintenance240
Check Hydraulic Oil Level241
Change Hydraulic Oil242
Suction Filter Cleaning242
Replace Hydraulic Tank Oil Filter245
Replace Pilot Oil Filter247
Replace Air Breather Element248
Check Hoses and Lines249
Service Recommendations for Hydraulic Fittings252
Fuel System254
Drain Fuel Tank Sump256
Check Water Separator257
Replace Fuel Main Filter Element261
Replace Fuel Pre-Filter Element262
Clean Fuel Solenoid Pump Strainer263
Check Fuel Hoses264
Air Cleaner265
Clean the Air Cleaner Outer Element265
Replace the Air Cleaner Outer and Inner Elements265
Cooling System267
Check Coolant Level269
Check and Adjust Fan Belt Tension270
Change Coolant271
Clean Radiator, Oil Cooler Core and Inter Cooler272
Clean Oil Cooler, Radiator and Inter Coller Front Screen272
Clean Air Conditioner Condenser272
Clean Fuel Oil Cooler272
Clean Air Conditioner Front Screen (Opt.)272
Electrical System273
Replace Batteries276
Replacing Fuses277
Miscellaneous279
Check Bucket Teeth279
Change Bucket282
Adjust the Bucket Linkage (Backhoe)283
Remove the Travel Levers284
Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level285
Check Track Sag286
Clean and Replace Air Conditioner Filter288
Check the Air Conditioner290
Clean Cab Floor291
11 Retighten Cylinder Head Bolt292
Inspect and Adjust Valve Clearance292
13 Check Fuel Injection Timing292
Measure Engine Compression Pressure292
Check Starter and Alternator292
Check Water Pump292
Check Tightening Torque of Bolts and Nuts293
Hydraulic Circuit and Electrical Circuit303
Hydraulic Circuit303
Electrical Circuit304
Electrical Diagram304
Maintenance under Special Environmental Conditions307
Storage309
Storing the Machine309
Removing the Machine from Storage310
Troubleshooting311
Impossible to Start the Engine311
Engine312
Electrical System316
Mode Selection318
Control Levers319
Hydraulic System319
Specifications (ZAXIS400R , ZAXIS400LCH )323
Working Ranges (ZAXIS400R , ZAXIS400LCH )324
Bucket Types and Applications (ZAXIS400R , ZAXIS400LCH )325
Sound Level Results (2000/14/EC)326
Vibration Level326
Optional Attachments and Devices327
Lifting Capacities327
Index329

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Brand	Hitachi
Model	ZAXIS 400R-3
Category	Excavators
Language	English

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