Takeuchi TB128FR User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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batessandyAug 2, 2025
Why is my Takeuchi TB128FR Compact Excavator engine overheating?
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  greenedanielAug 3, 2025
  If your Takeuchi Compact Excavator engine is overheating, take the following steps: 1. Park the machine in a safe place. 2. Check if steam is coming out of the closed engine hood. * If steam is present, stop the engine immediately and contact your sales or service dealer for repair. * If there is no steam, run the engine at low idle to cool the water temperature. 3. When the water temperature gauge needle drops into the green zone, stop the engine. 4. Once the engine cools down, inspect and remedy the following: * Adjust fan belt slack. * Add coolant. * Repair any water leakage. * Clean radiator fins. * Clean sediment from the cooling system. If the problem continues after these steps, contact your sales or service dealer for repair.
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Julia MoodyAug 9, 2025
What to do if a warning lamp flashes on my Takeuchi Compact Excavator?
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  Jennifer DudleyAug 9, 2025
  If a warning lamp is flashing on your Takeuchi Compact Excavator, it could indicate several issues: * A problem with the fan belt or charger: Check the fan belt for slack or breakage and adjust as necessary. If the lamp continues flashing after maintenance, there is likely a problem with the charger. Consult your sales or service dealer for help. * A problem in the engine lubrication system: Inspect the engine oil level. If the lamp is flashing when the oil is normal or if it continues flashing after replenishment of oil, consult your sales or service dealer. * The coolant temperature is too high and the engine is overheating: Refer to 'If the engine overheats'. * The air cleaner filter is clogged: Clean the filter.
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John McgeeAug 15, 2025
What to do if a fuse blows in my Takeuchi Compact Excavator?
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  Monica WoodAug 15, 2025
  If a fuse blows in your Takeuchi Compact Excavator: 1. Inspect the fuses. 2. Replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse of the same capacity. 3. If the fuse blows again soon after replacement, contact your sales or service dealer for advice.
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vandrewsAug 21, 2025
What to do if the travel speed cannot be changed on my Takeuchi Compact Excavator?
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  Christopher PerezAug 21, 2025
  If the travel speed cannot be changed on your Takeuchi Compact Excavator, replace the fuse.
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Cristian KingAug 27, 2025
How to fix Takeuchi Compact Excavator operating levers that don't move smoothly?
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  Mark RiddleAug 27, 2025
  If the left and right operating levers on your Takeuchi Compact Excavator do not move smoothly, it is likely due to insufficient grease on the levers. Grease the levers.

Takeuchi TB128FR Specifications

General

Brand	Takeuchi
Model	TB128FR
Category	Compact Excavator
Language	English

Summary

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

WARNING

Warning about injury or death from improper operation, inspection, or maintenance.

SIGNAL WORDS

DANGER

Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk resulting in death or serious injury.

WARNING

Indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk resulting in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

Indicates a hazard with a low level of risk resulting in minor or moderate injury.

IMPORTANT

SAFETY

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

General safety rules and precautions to observe for safe operation.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING

Importance of inspecting the working area for hazards and obstructions before starting operation.

Wear appropriate clothing and protective equipment

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING

Steps for safely sitting in the seat and starting the engine.

Cautions when standing up from or leaving the operator’s seat

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

Procedures for confirming work area safety and limits before operation.

Avoid fire and explosion hazards

Precautions to keep flames away from fuel, oil, grease, and antifreeze.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STOPPING

Instructions for safely parking the machine, including setting brake and lowering equipment.

Be careful not to get crushed or cut

Warning about keeping body parts away from moving parts to avoid severe injury or death.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRANSPORTING

Precautions to prevent rolling, tipping, or falling during loading/unloading.

Never modify the machine

Warning against making unauthorized modifications to the machine.

PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE

General cautions before performing any inspection or maintenance.

SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS)

PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING

Know the work area

Perform inspection and maintenance every day

Emphasizes performing daily inspections and prompt repairs to prevent accidents.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING

Support your weight in a three point secure stance when getting on/off the machine

Before starting the machine, ask any unauthorized personnel to leave the area

Sit in the operator’s seat and start the engine

Steps for safely sitting in the seat and starting the engine.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

Ensure good visibility

Check if the work area is safe and secure before operation

Travel safely

Cautions on traveling on slopes

Warnings and procedures for safe travel on slopes to prevent tipping or sliding.

Keep a safe distance from the overhead high-voltage cables

Critical safety instructions for avoiding contact with overhead and buried high-voltage cables.

Watch out for hazardous working conditions

Warnings about operating near unstable ground, cliffs, and falling rocks.

Never slew sideways with a heavy load

Warnings against slewing sideways with heavy loads, especially on slopes, to prevent tipping.

Excavators are not designed for lifting loads

Clarifies that excavators are not for crane operations and warns about overloading.

Cautions when towing

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STOPPING

Park safely

Instructions for safely parking the machine, including setting brake and lowering equipment.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRANSPORTING

Load/unload the machine safely

Precautions to prevent rolling, tipping, or falling during loading/unloading.

Hoist the machine safely

PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE

Display a “DO NOT OPERATE” alert sign

Stop the engine before performing maintenance

Crucial step to stop the engine before lubrication or adjustments.

Firmly secure the machine or any component that may fall

Be careful with hot and pressurized components

Never disassemble the track adjuster

Use caution when handling batteries

Jump starting with booster cables

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING OPERATION

STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE

Steps for safely sitting in the seat and starting the engine.

OPERATING THE MACHINE

OPERATING THE TRAVEL LEVERS

STOPPING TRAVEL

Warning about accidental movement and proper procedure for stopping travel.

ATTACHMENT INTERFERENCE PREVENTION SWITCH/INTERFERENCE PREVENTION SYSTEM

OPERATING THE WORKING EQUIPMENT

OPERATING PROCEDURES

Lists operations that are prohibited, such as operating on bedrock or using slew force for demolition.

CAUTIONS ON OPERATING

Warnings about traveling over obstacles and in 2nd speed with dozer blade at front.

CAUTIONS ON TRAVELING ON SLOPES

Correct machine posture for climbing and descending slopes to maintain stability.

GETTING OUT OF MUD

PARKING THE MACHINE

Steps for safely parking the machine, including setting brake and lowering equipment.

HANDLING IN COLD CLIMATES

HANDLING RUBBER CRAWLERS

TRANSPORT

LOADING AND UNLOADING

Precautions to prevent rolling, tipping, or falling during loading/unloading.

HOISTING THE MACHINE

Guidelines for safe hoisting, including crane signals and equipment checks.

SECURING THE MACHINE

Steps for securing the machine for transport, including lowering blade and locking.

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL

SAFETY-CRITICAL PARTS

WALK-AROUND INSPECTION

DAILY INSPECTION (EVERY 10 HOURS)

AFTER THE INITIAL 50 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES)

EVERY 50 HOURS

EVERY 100 HOURS

AFTER THE INITIAL 250 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES)

EVERY 250 HOURS

EVERY 500 HOURS

EVERY 1000 HOURS

EVERY 4000 HOURS

WHEN REQUIRED

REPLACING THE BUCKET

REPLACING THE RUBBER CRAWLERS

TILTING UP THE PLATFORM

MAINTENANCE DURING EXTENDED STORAGE PERIOD

TROUBLESHOOTING

IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS

Steps to take when the engine overheats, including safe parking and contacting dealer.

IF THE BATTERY GOES DEAD

Procedure for jump-starting the engine using booster battery and jumper cables.

IF A FUSE BLOWS

Inspecting fuses when the electrical system doesn't work and replacing blown ones.

RESTARTING AFTER ADDING FUEL

IF A WARNING LAMP FLASHES

Explains causes and remedies for warning lamps like battery charge, oil pressure, coolant temp, and air cleaner.

OTHER SYMPTOMS

LOWERING THE BOOM TO THE GROUND

TOWING

Procedure for towing heavy objects or the machine itself using wire rope.

SPECIFICATIONS

LIFTING CAPACITIES

OPTIONS

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

ATTACHMENT COMBINATION TABLE

SELECTING A LEVER PATTERN

HYDRAULIC BREAKER

LOAD SAFETY DEVICE

How the emergency shut-off valve prevents boom/arm falling if a hose ruptures.

ACCUMULATOR

BIODEGRADABLE OIL

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Takeuchi TB128FR User Manual

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Takeuchi TB128FR Specifications

Summary

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

WARNING

SIGNAL WORDS

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

IMPORTANT

SAFETY

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING

Wear appropriate clothing and protective equipment

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING

Cautions when standing up from or leaving the operator’s seat

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

Avoid fire and explosion hazards

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STOPPING

Be careful not to get crushed or cut

PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRANSPORTING

Never modify the machine

PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE

SAFETY SIGNS (DECALS)

PRECAUTIONS WHEN PREPARING

Know the work area

Perform inspection and maintenance every day

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING

Support your weight in a three point secure stance when getting on/off the machine

Before starting the machine, ask any unauthorized personnel to leave the area

Sit in the operator’s seat and start the engine

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

Ensure good visibility

Check if the work area is safe and secure before operation

Travel safely

Cautions on traveling on slopes

Keep a safe distance from the overhead high-voltage cables

Watch out for hazardous working conditions

Never slew sideways with a heavy load

Excavators are not designed for lifting loads

Cautions when towing

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STOPPING

Park safely

PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRANSPORTING

Load/unload the machine safely

Hoist the machine safely

PRECAUTIONS ON MAINTENANCE

Display a “DO NOT OPERATE” alert sign

Stop the engine before performing maintenance

Firmly secure the machine or any component that may fall

Be careful with hot and pressurized components

Never disassemble the track adjuster

Use caution when handling batteries

Jump starting with booster cables

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING OPERATION

STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE

OPERATING THE MACHINE

OPERATING THE TRAVEL LEVERS

STOPPING TRAVEL

ATTACHMENT INTERFERENCE PREVENTION SWITCH/INTERFERENCE PREVENTION SYSTEM

OPERATING THE WORKING EQUIPMENT

OPERATING PROCEDURES

CAUTIONS ON OPERATING

CAUTIONS ON TRAVELING ON SLOPES

GETTING OUT OF MUD

PARKING THE MACHINE

HANDLING IN COLD CLIMATES

HANDLING RUBBER CRAWLERS

TRANSPORT

LOADING AND UNLOADING

HOISTING THE MACHINE

SECURING THE MACHINE

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL

SAFETY-CRITICAL PARTS

WALK-AROUND INSPECTION

DAILY INSPECTION (EVERY 10 HOURS)