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MINI EXCA
VATOR
MODELS
KX057-4
U48-4
U55-4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
RG948-8135-6
- Ori
ginal -
07/2
014
2
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Operating Instructions
1
Table of Contents
3
Abbreviations
8
General Symbols
9
General Information
11
Foreword
11
EC Declaration of Conformity
11
Date of Issue of the Operating Instructions
12
Operating Personnel
12
Location of the Operating Instructions
12
Spare Parts
13
Safety Rules
14
Basic Safety Instructions
14
Duties, Liability and Warranty
14
Safety Symbols
15
Approved Use
16
Unapproved Use
16
Special Duties of the Owner
17
Noise Emission and Vibration
17
Noise Emission
17
Vibrations
17
Safety Labels on the Excavator
18
Safety Devices
26
Locking the Controls
26
Engine Stop Knob
26
Protective Structure Canopy and Cab
27
Emergency Hammer
27
Pipe Safety Valve
28
Overload Warning Function
28
Hazards Coming from the Hydraulic System
29
Fire Protection
29
Recovery, Loading and Transport
31
Safety Rules for Recovery
31
Safety Rules While Loading with a Crane
31
Safety Rules for Transport
32
Recovery
33
Hoisting the Excavator with a Crane
33
Transport on a Flat Bed Trailer
35
Description of the Excavator
37
Model Overview
37
Model KX057-4, U48-4 and U55-4
37
Dimensions
38
Dimensions KX057-4, U48-4 and U55-4
38
Specifications
40
Identification of the Excavator
43
Serial # of the Machine
43
Engine Number
44
Equipment
44
Standard Equipment
44
Assembly and Functions
45
Component Overview
45
Operator's Place
46
Left Control Console
46
Description of the Components of the Left Control Console
46
Drive Levers and Control Pedals
47
Drive Levers and Control Pedals - Description
47
Right Control Console
48
Description of the Components of the Right Control Console
48
Display and Control Unit - Description
50
Other Equipment to be Found at the Machine
51
Wiper/Washer System
51
Interior Lighting
51
Fuse Box
51
Tool Compartment (KX057-4)
52
Tool Compartment (U48-4 and U55-4)
52
Main Battery
52
Battery Cut-Off Switch
53
Cup Holder
53
Tank Filler Neck and Fill Level Monitor
53
Tank Filler Neck and Fill Level Monitor with Suction Pump (Optional Only KX057-4)
54
Rear View Mirror
54
Heating and Air-Conditioning System (Optional)
54
Engine Compartment
56
Hydraulic System
57
Radiator and Condenser
57
Operation
58
Safety Rules for Operation
58
Safety for Children
59
Guiding the Operator
59
Working in the Vicinity of Overhead Power Lines
60
Working in the Vicinity of Underground Power Lines
60
Initial Operation
61
Setting the Display Language
61
Setting the Time
62
Date and Time Display Format
63
Running-In of the Excavator
64
Special Maintenance Instructions
64
Operating the Excavator
64
Pre-Operational Services
64
Checking the Engine Oil Level
64
Checking the Coolant Level
65
Checking the Radiators and the Condenser
65
Checking the Exhaust System for Leaks
66
Checking the V-Belts
66
Checking the Oil Level of the Hydraulic System
67
Greasing the Bucket Bolts and Bucket Linkage Bolts
67
Checking Fuel Level, Coolant Temperature and Time
68
Checking the Electric Cables and Connections
68
Setting up the Workplace
68
Getting on the Excavator
68
Adjusting the Operator's Seat
69
Backrest Adjustment
69
Horizontal Seat Adjustment (Seat Stand-Off)
69
Seat Height Adjustment (Knee Height)
69
Spring Adjustment (Operator's Weight)
69
Rear View Mirrors Adjustment
70
Seat Belt
70
Safety Instructions for Starting the Engine
70
Starting the Engine
71
Stopping the Engine
72
Observation of the Displays after Starting and During Operation
73
Driving the Excavator
75
Driving
76
During Driving
77
Turning
77
From a Standing Position
78
Turning on the Spot
78
Driving Uphill and Downhill
79
Notes for Rubber Crawler Operation
79
Making Sharp Turns
80
Protecting the Crawler against Salt
80
Operating the Controls During Excavation Work
80
Note on Using Wider and Deeper Buckets
81
Operating the Dozer
81
Operating the Boom
82
Overview of Control Lever Functions (Standard Setting)
82
Operating the Arm
83
Operating the Bucket
84
Swinging the Boom
85
Swivelling the Swivel Frame
85
Operating the Auxiliary Ports
86
Activating the Auxiliary Port Function
86
Auxiliary Port 1
87
Auxiliary Port 2
87
One Way Hold Operation
88
Operating Modes
88
Flow Rate Setting
90
Return Change Valve for Direct Return Flow
94
Pressure Relief of the Auxiliary Ports
95
Pressure Relief of the Hydraulic System
95
Placing out of Operation
97
Operating the Heating and Air-Conditioner System (Optional)
98
Heating the Cab
98
Cooling the Cab
98
De-Icing or Demisting the Windows
99
Operating the Wiper/Washer System
99
Switching on the Windscreen Wiper
99
To Turn on the Washer System
100
Operating the Room Light
100
Operating the Rotary Beacon
100
Operating the 12 V Plug
101
Opening and Closing the Cab Door
101
Opening the Cab Door from Outside
101
Closing the Cab Door
101
Opening the Cab Door from the Inside
102
Opening and Closing the Windows
102
Front Window
102
Side Window
103
Operating the Working Light (Boom)
103
Operating the Working Lights (Cab)
103
Cold Weather Operation
104
Necessary Preparations Prior to the Winter Season
104
Operation During the Winter Season
104
Jump-Starting the Excavator
105
Emergency Stop Functions
106
Engine Stop Knob
106
Manual Lowering of the Front Attachments
106
Filling up the Washer System
107
Refuelling the Excavator
107
Refuelling the Excavator Equipped with Optional Suction Pump (Only KX057-4)
108
Refuelling the Excavator Using the Optional Suction Pump (Optional Only KX057-4)
108
Fill Level Monitor When Refuelling
109
Bleeding the Fuel System
110
Replacing the Fuses
110
Fuse Layout of the Fuse Box
111
Main Fuses
112
Operating the Battery Cut-Off Switch
112
Opening and Closing the Engine Compartment Cover
112
Opening/Closing the Side Cover
113
Opening/Closing the Tool Compartment (KX057-4 Only)
114
Opening/Closing the Service Covers
114
Opening/Closing the Front Service Covers
114
Opening/Closing the Left Service Cover (Optional KX057-4 Only)
114
Replacing the Bucket
115
Anti-Theft System
115
Black (Individual) Key
115
Red Key (for Registering)
116
The Key System
116
Registering a Black Key for the Machine
117
Troubleshooting
119
Safety Rules for Troubleshooting
119
Troubleshooting: before Operation
119
Troubleshooting: Operation
120
Troubleshooting: Display Indications
121
Maintenance
126
Safety Rules for Maintenance
126
Personnel Requirements
126
General Maintenance Chart: 50 to 500 Hours of Operation
127
General Maintenance Chart: 550 to 1000 Hours of Operation
128
Servicing Maintenance Chart: 50 to 500 Hours of Operation
129
Servicing Maintenance Chart: 550 to 1000 Hours of Operation
130
Cleaning the Excavator
131
Servicing
131
Refilling Coolant
131
Cleaning the Radiators and the Condenser
132
Checking, Adjusting and Replacing the V-Belts
133
Checking the Coolant Hoses
133
Replacing the Coolant
134
Replacing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
135
Draining the Engine Oil
135
Replacing the Oil Filter
135
Filling the Engine Oil
136
Checking, Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter
137
Replacing the Fuel Filter
138
Checking and Emptying the Water Separator
138
Cleaning the Water Separator
139
Draining the Fuel Tank
139
Checking the Fuel Lines and the Air Intake Hoses
140
Replacing the Return Filter in the Hydraulic Oil Tank
140
Replacing the Tank Breather Filter
141
Replacing the Pilot Circuit Filter
142
Replacing the Suction Filter in the Hydraulic Oil Tank
143
Topping Up/Changing the Hydraulic Oil
144
Draining the Hydraulic Oil
144
Filling the Hydraulic Oil
145
Battery Service
146
Charging the Battery
146
Checking the Battery
146
Installing/Uninstalling and Replacing the Battery
147
Lubrication
148
Greasing the Pitch Bearing
148
Greasing the Swivel Gear
148
Greasing the Swing Bracket
149
Other Greasing Points
149
Checking and Tensioning the Crawler Tension
150
Checking the Crawler Tension
150
Adjusting the Crawler Tension
151
Checking the Crawler Tension (Steel)
151
Replace the Drive Unit Oil
152
Checking, Cleaning, Replacing the Interior Air Filter
152
Checking the Pipes and Hoses of the Heating and Air-Conditioner Systems
153
Checking the Coolant Content (Air-Conditioner Only)
154
Viewing the Operations Log
155
Checking the Bolted Joints
156
Tightening Torque for Screws
156
Tightening Torque for Hose Clamps
156
Tightening Torque for Hydraulic Hoses
157
Tightening Torque for Hydraulic Pipes
157
Tightening Torque for Hydraulic Adapters
158
Tightening Torque for Elbow Pipe Joints with Shim
158
Recommended Lubricants
159
Excavator Repairs
160
Safety Inspection
161
Taking out of Service and Storage
162
Safety Rules for Taking out of Service and Storage
162
Storage Conditions
162
Measures before Taking out of Service
162
Measures During Taking out of Service
162
Start-Up after Taking out of Service
163
Lifting Capacity of the Excavator
164
Constructive Calculation of Lifting Capacity
164
Lifting Attachment
164
Load Suspension Device
165
Max. Lifting Load During Swivel Operation Is 360
166
Accessories
174
KUBOTA Rotary Beacon
174
KUBOTA Pipe Safety Valve
174
Note on Use
175
KUBOTA Quick Coupling Systems and Equipments
175
KUBOTA Bucket Accessories
175
Replacing the Bucket
175
Remove the Bucket
176
Install the Bucket
177
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Kubota KX057-4 Specifications
General
Engine Power
47.6 HP
Width
6 ft 5 in
Engine Gross Power
47.6 HP
Engine Net Power
47.6 HP
Tail Swing Type
Conventional
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