Case CX31, CX36 Mini Excavator Operator's Manual
198 pages · Publication 6-37920
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From the manual's own table of contents: 9 sections, 215 entries. See sample pages (PDF, 288 KB)
General9 topics
- Safety Precautions
- Machine Familiarization
- Basic Machine Operation
- Maintenance
- Transportation
- Specifications
- Troubleshooting
- Optional Equipment
- Specifications (EPA Engine)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS11 topics
- GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
- SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
- PRE-START SAFETY
- SAFETY DURING OPERATION
- INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE SAFETY
- BATTERY SAFETY
- WARNING LABELS & DECALS
- PROHIBITED MACHINE OPERATION
- END OF WORK SHIFT SAFETY
- PRECAUTIONS FOR TRANSPORTATION
- TOWING THE MACHINE
MACHINE FAMILIARIZATION42 topics
- FAMILIARIZATION
- GENERAL MACHINE NOMENCLATURE
- OPERATOR CAB NOMENCLATURE
- COMPONENT & CONTROLS NOMENCLATURE
- A. Monitor Panel (Gauge Cluster)
- A.1 Meters
- A.1.a Coolant Temperature MeteR
- A.1.b Fuel Meter
- A.1.c Hour Meter
- A.2 WARNING LAMPS
- A.2.a Battery Charge Lamp (Red)
- A.2.b Engine Oil Pressure Lamp (Red)
- A.2.c Coolant Temperature Lamp (Red)
- A.2.d Low Fuel Warning Lamp (Red)
- A.3 Indicator Lamps
- A.3.a High (2nd) Travel Speed Lamp (Yellow)
- B. Switches
- B.1 Starter Switch
- B.2 Travel Speed Select Switch
- B.3 Horn Switch
- B.4 Deceleration Selector Switch (Option)
- B.5 Working Light Switch
- B.6 Cab Heater Switch (Canopy Option)
- B.7 Wiper Switch
- C. Levers and Pedals
- C.1 Safety Lock Lever
- C.2 Operating Levers (ISO Operating Pattern)
- C.3 Travel Control Levers
- C.4 Throttle Lever
- C.5 Dozer Operating Lever
- C.6 Boom Swing Operating Pedal
- C.7 Nibbler & Breaker Operating Pedal
- D. Guard with Locking Device & Covers
- E. Seat Front to Back Adjustment
- F. Electrical Equipment
- F.1 Working Light Switch
- F.2 Fuse Box (Main)
- STORAGE & OTHERS
- A. Storing Place for Manual
- B. Tools
- C. Grease Gun
- SEAT BELT
BASIC MACHINE OPERATION50 topics
- PRE-START CHECK
- A. Brief Check of Machine
- B. Check Before Operation
- C. Confirmation Before Starting Machine Engine
- STARTING AND STOPPING MACHINE ENGINE
- A. Start-up Under Normal Conditions
- B. Start-up Under Cold Conditions
- C. Start-up With Booster Cables
- D. Connecting/Disconnecting Booster Cables
- STOPPING MACHINE ENGINE
- INSPECTION AFTER STARTING MACHINE ENGINE
- A. Exhaust Gas Color, Abnormal Sound & Smell
- B. Check Each Switch & Lever
- C. Check Monitor Panel
- MACHINE WARM UP
- A. Warming Up Engine
- B. Warming Up Hydraulic Oil
- MACHINE OPERATION
- A. Machine Travel
- B. Stop Traveling
- C. Travel Precautions
- D. Care On Up/Down Slope
- E. Machine Operation In Water/On Soft Ground
- F. Getting Out of Soft Ground
- G. Slewing Operation
- PRACTICES TO IMPROVE EFFICIENCY
- A. Digging
- B. Loading
- C. Works In Narrow Space
- D. Minimum Slewing Position
- MACHINE PARKING
- CHECK & CONFIRMATION AFTER WORK
- PRECAUTIONS AFTER OPERATION
- MEASURES AFTER EMERGENCY STOP
- LOCKING UP WITH KEY
- EMERGENCY MEASURES AGAINST SUDDEN FAILURE OF MACHINE
- A. Releasing Lock For Travel Motor
- B. Lowering Bucket
- C. Lowering Arm & Boom
- D. Slewing Upper Slewing Structure
- CAUTION ON USING RUBBER CRAWLER SHOES
- A. How To Use Well
- B. Prohibited Work
- C. Caution On Use
- MACHINE OPERATION IN ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS
- A. Operation In Extreme Cold
- B. Operation At Seashore Or Salty Climate
- C. Care For Electrical Equipment
- D. Operation In Dusty Areas
- PERCAUTIONS WHEN STORING THE MACHINE FOR A LONG TIME
MAINTENANCE42 topics
- GENERAL INFORMATION
- GENERAL SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS
- LUBRICANT, FUEL & COOLANT SPECIFICATIONS
- FILTERS & ELEMENTS, AND BUCKET
- ACCESSORY TOOLS
- TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS FOR CAPSCREWS & NUTS
- TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS FOR JOINTS & HYDRAULIC HOSES
- INSTALLING HYDRAULIC HOSE AND PIPE JOINT
- RELEASING INTERNAL PRESSURE OF HYDRAULIC OIL SYSTEM
- PRESSURIZING HYDRAULIC OIL TANK
- BLEEDING AIR IN FUEL SYSTEM
- REPLACEMENT OF RUBBER CRAWLER SHOE
- A. Removing Rubber Crawler Shoe
- B. Installing Rubber Crawler Shoe
- C. Check and Adjustment of Tension On Crawler Shoe
- INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE CHART
- WHEN REQUIRED
- A. Cleaning Radiator Cores
- B. Cleaning or Replacement of Radiator Cap
- C. Replacement of Working Light
- D. Reconditioning Bucket
- Check for Abrasion/Damages On Tooth Point & Side Cutter
- Replacing Tooth Points
- Replacing Side Cutter
- E. Replacement of Bucket
- Removal of Bucket
- Installing Bucket
- Adjusting Bucket Mount Gap
- F. Inspecting Rubber Crawler Shoe
- G. Lubrication For Operating Levers
- H. Checking Electrical Wiring and Fuses
- 4-15 8-HOUR (DAILY) INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
- A. Check External Conditions of Machine
- B. Check Capscrews and Nuts For Looseness and Dropping Off
- C. Check Each Cylinder, Piping and Hose For Leakage and Damages
- D. Check Travel System For Leakage and Abrasion
- 4.16 50-HOUR (WEEKLY) INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
- A. Adjusting Crawler Tension
- B. Greasing Pins Around Bucket
- C. Draining Water from Water Separator and Cleaning
- D. Draining Water and Deposits from Fuel Tank
- E. Check Battery Fluid Level and Specific Gravity
TRANSPORTATION4 topics
- A. When Preparing Transportation Plans
- B. Loading And Unloading the Machine
- C. Securing the Machine
- D. Lifting Procedures For the Machine Complete
SPECIFICATIONS15 topics
- GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
- A. Machine Dimensions
- B. Attachment Working Ranges
- C. Boom With Arm Cylinder
- D. Arm & Standard Bucket
- E. Arm
- F. Standard Bucket (Reference Only)
- G. Dozer
- H. Crawler Shoe
- I. Performance Specifications
- Speed and Gradeability
- Side Digging & Dozer
- Engine
- Hydraulic Components
- J. Machine & Components Weight
TROUBLESHOOTING5 topics
- GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING
- A. Operating
- C. Hydraulic
- D. Gauge Cluster Display
- E. Engine
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT23 topics
- OPERATION OF HYDRAULIC BREAKER AND NIBBLER
- A. Selection of Hydraulic Breaker And Nibbler
- B. Before Operating Breaker and Nibbler
- C. Precautions For Impurity and Hydraulic Oil
- D. Operation
- E. Connection To Hydraulic Circuit For Attachment
- F. Selector Valve Shifting Procedures
- SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
- A. Use for Intended Purpose
- B. Passengers
- C. Protective Equipment
- D. Cylinders
- E. Avoid Continuous Operation
- F. Hose Surge
- G. Do Not Use Dropping Force
- H. Do Not Use Slewing Force
- I. Do Not Lift
- J. Working Ranges
- K. To Pry and Break Forcibly
- L. Arm in Vertical Position
- PERIODIC INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
- A. Replacement Interval
- B. Maintenance Record Sheet (Example)
SPECIFICATIONS (EPA ENGINE)5 topics
- Engine Identification
- Requirements on Engine Installation Condition
- Emissions-Related Parts
- Maintenance Schedule
- Emission System Warranty Statement
Inside this manual
Real pages from this operator's manual (198 pages). Open the sample pages (PDF, 287 KB)
- Controls and operation, page 85: SECTION 3 - BASIC MACHINE OPERATION
- Maintenance, page 166: Machine Model: Serial NO.: Machine Hours: .
- Specifications, page 178: SECTION 6 - SPECIFICATIONS
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Service manual
Factory repair procedures and technical information such as specifications, troubleshooting, and wiring and hydraulic diagrams, for the models and systems the manual covers. See What's inside for its topics.
Operator's manual
Safe operation, controls, maintenance schedules, lubrication points, inspections, and basic checks. Repair procedures are in the service manual.
Parts manual
Illustrated diagrams with factory part numbers for identifying components and ordering parts. Repair procedures are in the service manual.
What it's used for
Factory manual for in-house farm and construction shop use. Straightforward, complete, and easy to follow. It contains the OEM information dealership service departments and parts counters use to diagnose problems, identify components, and perform maintenance or repairs correctly.
Service shops and owner/operators who repair their own equipment
Identifying correct parts and seeing how assemblies come apart and go back together
Keeping equipment running with less downtime
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