Fuel Tank
Check Fuel Level
Fill up the fuel tank with clean fuel after service, to prevent condensation in the tank (6, Fig. 576).
Air Tanks
Drain Condensation Water
The air tanks are located on the upper carriage below the operator's cab. To drain, press the drain valves until air emerges without condensation water (Fig. 581).
Air Cleaner Indicator
Check
A red area in the monitor shows that the air cleaner element is dirty. Clean or replace the filter element.
See also "When Required" for servicing the air filter and dismantling and reassembling instructions as well as cleaning routine.
Engine
Check Oil Level
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Place machine on level ground and stop the engine. Pull out dipstick (1, Fig. 778), wipe with clean rag and push in fully.
Pull the dipstick out again after a short interval.
Check the oil level on the dipstick. This should reach up to the top notch. Add oil if necessary (Fig. 779). Remove the oil fill cap to add oil. Observe engine operating instructions.
Hydraulic Fluid Tank
Check Level
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The hydraulic fluid level should come up to the middle of the top inspection glass (2, Fig. 521). Add oil if necessary.
Place machine on level ground for checking and rest attachment with the bucket on the ground and the main boom vertical.
Service Brake
Check Brake Fluid Level
The brake fluid reservoir is located at the top of the undercarriage (1, Fig. 582). The level of the brake fluid should be no more than 10 mm below the upper edge of the reservoir.
Front Axle Oscillation Reservoir
Check Oil Level
Keep the oil reservoir (2, Fig. 582) full at all times, in order to prevent air from entering the cylinder hydraulic circuit when the axle stabilizer switch in the cab is activated.
Backhoe Linkage
Lubricate
Lubricate 12 fittings (214) - Lubricate 16 Fittings (224).
Boom cylinder head pins, stick cylinder pins, pin boom/stick, bucket cylinder pins, bucket cylinder head pins, pins for arm and lever, bucket pins.
Boom
Lubricate
Lubricate two fittings (Fig. 528).
Boom Cylinder Lower Pins
Lubricate one fitting (Fig. 529).
- 1. Clean the grease fittings thoroughly before and after greasing.
- 2. Replace fault fittings immediately.
- 3. Continue packing until grease emerges from the bearings.
