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3.2.3 CONTROL LEVERS AND PEDALS

RKA22530

(1)

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(2)

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(3)

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(4)

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(5)

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(6)

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Safety lever

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(control locking lever)

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Left work equipment control lever

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Right work equipment control lever

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Accelerator lever

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Blade/adjustable track gauge lever

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(if provided)

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Travel levers

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(7)

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(8)

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(9)

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(10)

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(11)

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(12)

1st boom swing control pedal

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locking device

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1st boom swing control pedal

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Tower rotation locking lever

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Pedal locking device

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(for the optional tool control pedal)

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Optional tool control pedal

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Platform locking lever

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(machines with cab)

WEAM012405

Foreword 1.1 Foreword3
Information on Safety4
Introduction7
- Intended Use of the Machine7
- Demolition Work7
- Improper or Unauthorized Uses7
- Main Characteristics8
- Running-In8
- Positions and Directions of the Machine9
Product Identification10
- Machine Serial Number10
- Machine Identification Plate and Product Identification Number (Pin)10
  - MACHINE SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (According Directive 2006/42/EC)11
- Engine Serial Number and Exhaust Gas Emission Plate12
- Travel Reduction Gear Serial Number12
- Swing Reduction Gear Serial Number13
- Cab Serial Number13
- DECLARATION of CONFORMITY (for Machines Placed on the Market as from 29 December 2009)14
Komtrax System15
- General Precautions15
- Table of Contents17
Safety and Accident Prevention25
Safety, Noise and Vibration Plates26
- Position of the Safety Plates26
- Pictograms and Relevant Meanings27
- Position of the Noise Plates on Machines with Canopy37
- Position of the Noise Plates on Machines with Cab38
- Vibrations to Which the Operator Is Subjected39
General Precautions41
- General Safety Rules41
- How to Behave in Case of Anomalies41
- Safety Devices and Guards41
- Clothing and Personal Protection Items41
- Unauthorized Modifications42
- Leaving the Operator Seat42
- Emergency Exit43
- Getting on and off the Machine44
- Is Forbidden to Climb on the Equipment45
- Articulated Parts45
- Lifting of Personnel Prohibited45
- Preventing Fires Due to Fuel and Oil45
- Preventing Burns46
- Preventing Fires Caused by Accumulated Inflammable Material46
- Fires Caused by Electrical Wiring46
- How to Behave in Case of Fire46
- Detergent for the Windows46
- Asbestos Dust Hazard Prevention47
- Preventing Damage Caused by the Work Equipment47
- Fire Extinguishers and First Aid Kit47
- Falling Objects, Flying Objects and Intruding Objects Prevention48
- Cautions Related to Rops49
  - ROPS (Canopy Specification)49
  - ROPS (Cab Specification)49
- Precautions Concerning the Equipment49
Precautions to be Taken before Starting the Engine50
- Safety at the Work Site50
- Fire Prevention50
- Precautions Concerning the Operator Seat50
- Room Ventilation51
- Precautions to be Taken for the Lights51
- Cab Windows51
- Cleaning the Windows and Checking the Windshield Wiper Blades51
Precautions to be Taken When Working52
- Starting the Engine52
- Check the Direction before Starting the Machine52
- Hand Signals53
- Checks for Travelling in Reverse58
- Moving the Machine58
- Moving on Slopes59
- Working on Slopes60
- Unauthorized Operations60
- Preventing Electrocution62
- Visibility63
- Working on Icy or Snow-Covered Surfaces63
- Preventing Damage Caused by the Work Equipment63
- Working on Loose Ground63
- Parking the Machine64
Transporting the Machine on Motor Vehicles65
- Loading and Unloading the Machine65
- Transporting the Machine65
Battery66
- Preventing Risks that May be Due to the Battery66
- Starting with Booster Cables67
Precautions for the Removal of the Machine68
Precautions for Maintenance69
- Warning Plates69
- Tools69
- Stability69
- Maintenance Staff69
- Equipment70
- Working under the Machine70
- Cleaning the Machine70
- Use of the Engine During Maintenance71
- Periodical Change of the Parts that Are Critical for Safety71
- Stability71
- Stop the Engine before Carrying out any Maintenance Operation or72
  - Inspection72
- Battery Main Switch Precautions72
- Rules to be Followed When Refuelling or Adding Oil73
- Checking the Coolant Level in the Radiator73
- Using Lamps73
- Precautions to be Taken When Handling the Battery and the  Alternator74
- Precautions Concerning the Starter74
- Handling High-Pressure Hoses74
- Precautions to be Taken When Handling High-Pressure Oil75
  - High Pressure75
- Precautions to be Taken When Using High-Pressure Grease to76
  - Adjust the Track Tension76
- Do Not Remove the Shock Absorbing Spring from the Shock76
  - Absorber Unit76
- Hydraulic Accumulator76
- Cooling Fan and Belt77
- Chemical Hazard77
- Waste Materials77
- Compressed Air77
  - Elastomers78
- Precautions to be Taken When Using Synthetic Biodegradable Oil78
  - Type Hees78
- Final Disposal of the Machine78
The Machine and Its Operations79
Machine Illustrations80
- Overall View of the Machine80
- Controls and Gauges81
Instruments and Controls82
- Warning Lights and Gauges82
- Switches and Push Buttons87
- Control Levers and Pedals92
- CAB (if Provided)100
- Coverswith Lock105
- Engine Hood106
- Radiator Cover107
- Battery Cover108
- TILTING the CAB FLOOR (Machines with Canopy)109
- TILTING the CAB FLOOR (Machines with Cab)112
- Fuses116
- Main Fuse117
- Technical Documentation Compartment117
- Tool Box117
Use of the Machine and Related Controls118
- Before Starting the Engine118
- Starting the Engine130
  - Starting with Warm Engine or in Warm Climates130
  - Starting with Cold Engine or in Cold Climates132
- After Starting the Engine134
  - Running in a New Machine134
  - Warming-Up Operations135
- Stopping the Engine137
- How to Move the Machine138
- Steering the Machine142
  - Steering (Changing Direction)142
- Swinging the Turret144
- Work Equipment Controls and Functions145
- Unauthorized Operations148
- Precautions for Use150
- Precautions to be Taken When Travelling on Slopes152
- Getting the Machine out of Mud154
- Operations that Can be Performed with the Hydraulic Excavator155
- Changing the Bucket157
- Parking the Machine158
- Checking the Machine Every Day after Work160
  - Before Stopping the Engine160
  - After Stopping the Engine160
- Locking the Machine160
- RUBBER TRACKS (Machines Equipped with Rubber Tracks Only)161
Transporting the Machine166
- Transport Procedure166
- Loading and Unloading the Machine166
- Lifting the Machine173
Using the Machine in the Cold Season176
- Precautions to be Taken When Using the Machine in the Cold Season176
- Ventilation and Heating178
- Precautions to be Taken Every Day at the End of Work179
- How to Proceed at the End of the Cold Season179
Long Periods of Inactivity180
- Before a Period of Inactivity180
- During a Period of Inactivity180
- After a Period of Inactivity181
- Recommendations for Machines Equipped with Komtrax System During Long Periods of Inactivity181
- Ambient Temperature Range for Operation and Long Term Storage181
Troubleshooting182
- If Fuel Runs out Completely182
- Occurrences that Are Not Failures182
- Removing the Machine182
- Precautions to be Taken When Working in Particular Conditions183
- If the Battery Is down183
- Other Troubles187
Maintenance191
Guide to Maintenance192
Maintenance Notes194
- Oil, Fuel and Coolant194
- Notes on the Maintenance of the Electrical System198
- Notes on the Maintenance of the Hydraulic System198
- Maintenance Notes Regarding Lubrication198
Parts Subject to Wear199
- List of the Parts Subject to Wear199
Fuel, Coolant and Lubricants200
- Coolant201
- Approved Synthetic Biodegradable Lubricants Type Hees202
Tightening Torques203
- Standard Tightening Torques for Screws and Nuts203
- Standard Tightening Torques for Hoses with Orfs204
Lubrication205
- Lubrication Diagram205
Periodical Change of Safety-Related Components206
- Safety-Related Parts207
Maintenance Plan208
- Maintenance Intervals in Case of Use of the Hydraulic Breaker210
Maintenance Procedures211
- When Required211
- Checks to be Carried out before Starting the Engine227
- MAINTENANCE after the FIRST 50 HOURS of OPERATION (Only for Machines in Which Synthetic Biodegradable Oil Type HEES Is Used)227
- Maintenance after the First 50 Hours of Operation227
- Maintenance Every 100 Hours of Operation228
  - Lubrication228
- MAINTENANCE after the FIRST 500 HOURS of OPERATION (Only for Machines in Which Synthetic Biodegradable Oil Type HEES Is Used)230
- Maintenance after the First 500 Hours of Operation230
- Maintenance Every 500 Hours of Operation231
- Maintenance Every 1000 Hours of Operation236
Type HEES Is Used)")239
THE HYDRAULIC OIL TANK (Only for Machines in Which Synthetic Biodegradable Oil239
- Maintenance Every 2000 Hours of Operation239
End of Service Life243
Technical Specifications246
Lifting Capacities248
Authorized Optional Equipment253
General Precautions for Safety254
- Precautions When Selecting254
- Read the Instruction Manual Thoroughly254
- Precautions When Removing or Installing254
- Precautions When Using255
Specifications256
- Arm-Pin Information256
Attachment Guide257
- Combinations of Work Equipment257
- Attachment Configuration257
Machine Configuration for the Installation of Attachments259
- Position of the Devices259
- Hydraulic Circuit261
PREPARATION for EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION (Only for Machines with Proportional Controls)263
- Position of the Devices263
- Work Equipment Control Levers268
- Lifting Capacities Tables269
- Hydraulic Circuit271
- Using the Equipment273
  - When Using Hammer273
- Long Periods of Inactivity274
- Specifications274
- Programming the Control Unit275
Hydraulic Quick Coupler (Single-Effect)276
- Position of the Devices277
- Functioning278
Operating the Equipment280
- Long Periods of Inactivity281
Precautions to be Taken When Using Optional Equipment282
- Hydraulic Breaker282

Brand	Komatsu
Model	PC16R-3
Category	Excavators
Language	English

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