Komatsu WA430-6 Wheel Loader Operation & Maintenance Manual

Name: Komatsu WA430-6 Wheel Loader Operation & Maintenance Manual
Brand: MidWestTech
SKU: CEAM012704
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Models: WA430-6
Serial coverage: WA430-6 A41001 and up
Manual type: Operation & Maintenance Manual
Pages: 411
Publication: CEAM012704
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Komatsu WA430-6 Wheel Loader Operation & Maintenance Manual, publication CEAM012704

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FOREWORD
SAFETY INFORMATION
APPROVED AND NON-APPROVED USES
Approved Functions
Non-Approved Functions
VISIBILITY STANDARD
Visibility in Immediate Area
12-M Radius Visibility
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Machine
Service Meter Location
Directions of Machine
Machine Serial Number/Product Identification Number (PIN)
Engine Serial Number, EPA Regulations
SERIAL NUMBERS AND DISTRIBUTOR INFORMATION
SAFETY AND WARNING DECALS
Location of the Safety Labels
Safety Labels
GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
General Safety Rules
Seat Belt Inspection
Safety at Job Site
Safety Features
Clothing and Protective Equipment

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Keep Machine Clean
Fire and Explosion Prevention
Fire Caused by Fuel, Oil, Antifreeze, or Window Washer Fluid
Fire Caused by Accumulation of Flammable Material
Fire Caused by Electrical Wiring
Fire Caused by Piping
Explosion Caused by Lighting Equipment
Action if Fire Occurs
Fire Extinguisher and First Aid Kit
Mounting and Dismounting
Inside Operator’s Compartment
Emergency Escape from Operator’s Cab
Precautions When Standing Up from Operator’s Seat
Parking the Machine
Leaving the Machine
Transporting the Machine
Loading and Unloading
Towing
Precautions When Using ROPS
Unauthorized Modification
Precautions for Attachments and Options
Precautions When Cleaning Cab Glass
Asbestos Hazard Alert
Crush or Pinch-Point Dangers
Precautions for Ventilation Exhaust Gas
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING OPERATIONS
Pre-Operational Checks
Ensure Good Visibility
Signs and Signals
Precaution for Warning Tag
Checks Before Starting Engine, Adjustments
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING
Precautions in Cold Areas
PRECAUTIONS FOR JOB SITE
Work Site Hazards
Working on Loose or Unstable Ground
Prohibited Operations
Avoiding Dangerous Situations
Working Near High Voltage Cables
RULES FOR ROAD TRAVEL
Travel Precautions
Traveling on Slopes
Using the Brakes
Traveling in Reverse
Operating on Snow or Frozen Surfaces
PRECAUTIONS DURING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Warning Tags
Workplace Environment
Systems Equipped with ECSS
Equipment Storage
Working Under the Machine
Using Drop Lamps
Using Proper Tools
Keeping the Machine Clean
Precautions When Welding
Precautions When Using Hammer
Noise
Stopping Engine During Inspection and Maintenance
Running the Machine During Maintenance
Rules for Refueling the Machine
Cooling System Precautions
Window Washer Fluid
Battery Information
Precautions
Hazards
Using Booster Cables
Starting the Machine with Booster Cables
High-Pressure Precautions
Precautions for High-Pressure Oil
Safe Handling of High-Pressure Hoses
Precautions for High-Pressure Fuel
High-Temperature Precautions
High-Temperature Areas
High-Temperature Coolant
High-Temperature Oil
High Voltage
Accumulator and Gas Spring
Tires
Storing Tires
Using Compressed Air
Disposal of Waste Materials
Critical Parts
Maintenance of Air Conditioner
GENERAL VIEW
General View of Machine
General View of Controls and Gauges
Machine Monitor
Switch Panel
EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS
Types of Warnings
Emergency Stop
Caution
Mistaken Operation
Inspection and Maintenance
Central Warning Lamp
Character Display Portion
Service Meter
Action Code Display
Failure Code Display
Filter, Oil Replacement Time Display
Emergency Stop Items
Brake Oil Pressure Caution Lamp
Engine Oil Pressure Caution Lamp
Battery Charge Circuit Caution Lamp
Steering Oil Pressure Caution Lamp (if equipped)
Caution Items
Brake Oil Temperature Caution Lamp
Torque Converter Oil Temperature Caution Lamp
Engine Coolant Temperature Caution Lamp
Hydraulic Oil Temperature Caution Lamp
Fuel Level Caution Lamp
Inspection and Maintenance Items
Radiator Coolant Level Caution Lamp
Engine Oil Level Caution Lamp
Battery Electrolyte Level Caution Lamp (if equipped)
Maintenance Caution Lamp
Air Cleaner Clogging Caution Lamp
Water Separator Caution Lamp
Transmission Oil Filter Clogging Caution Lamp
Pilot Display Portion
Parking Brake Pilot Lamp
Cooling Fan Reverse Rotation Pilot Lamp
Emergency Steering Pilot Lamp (if equipped)
Power Mode Pilot Lamp (P Mode)
Preheating Pilot Lamp
Semi-Auto Digging Pilot Lamp
Auto-Greasing Pilot Lamp (if equipped)
Joystick Pilot Lamp (if equipped)
Directional Selector Pilot Lamp
Economy Operation Display Lamp
Shift Indicator
Auto-Shift Pilot Lamp
Torque Converter Lockup Pilot Light
Shift Hold Pilot Lamp
Shift Lever Position Pilot Lamp
Turn Signal Pilot Lamp
Head Lamp High-Beam Pilot Lamp
Meter Display Portion
Torque Converter Oil Temperature Gauge
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Hydraulic Temperature Gauge
Fuel Gauge
Speedometer
Meter Display Pilot Lamp
OTHER FUNCTIONS OF MACHINE MONITOR
Overall Menu
Displaying Odometer
Resetting Filter, Oil Replacement Time
Entering Telephone Number
Selecting Language
Adjusting Monitor Brightness
Switching Travel Speed/Engine Speed Display
Switching Travel Speed/Engine Speed Display/Non-Display
SWITCHES AND CONTROLS
Starting Switch
Power Mode Selector Switch
Transmission Shift Mode Selector Switch
Transmission Cutoff Switch
Transmission Cutoff Set Switch
Lamp Switch
Turn Signal Lever
Dimmer Switch
Horn Button
Hazard Lamp Switch
Parking Brake Switch
Front Working Lamp Switch
Rear Working Lamp Switch
Machine Monitor Mode Selector Switch 1
Machine Monitor Mode Selector Switch 2
Kickdown Switch
Hold Switch
Front Wiper Switch
Rear Wiper Switch
Cigarette Lighter
Room Lamp Switch
Rear Heated Wire Glass Switch
ECSS Switch
Emergency Steering Switch (if equipped)
Cooling Fan Auto-Reverse Rotation Switch
Torque Converter Lockup Switch
CONTROL LEVERS, PEDALS
Gearshift Lever
Directional Lever
Gearshift Lever Stopper
Work Equipment Lock Lever
Bucket Control Lever
Lift Arm Control Lever
Brake Pedals
Accelerator Pedal
SECURITY LOCKS AND SAFETY FEATURES
Steering Tilt Lock Lever
Frame Lock Bar
Locking Caps
Fuel Tank Filler Port Cap
Hydraulic Tank Filler Port Cap
Backup Alarm
MACHINE FEATURES
Towing Pin
Grease Pump
Cab Door
Emergency Escape Right Door
Left Cab Door, Door Open Lock
Left Cab Door, Knob
Left Cab Door, Handle
Left Cab Sliding Window (Lock Release Knob)
Cab Wiper
Dust Indicator
Fire Extinguisher (if equipped)
ELECTRICAL
Power Outlet
Fuses
Fuse Capacity and Name of Circuit
Slow-Blow Fuse
WORK OPERATIONS
Walk-Around Check
Precautions Before Starting Work Operations
Check Before Starting Engine
Check Machine Monitor
Check Coolant Level, Add Coolant
Check Oil Level in Engine Oil Pan, Add Oil
Drain Water, Sediment from Fuel Tank
Check Water Separator, Drain Water
Check Additional Water Separator, Drain Water
Check Air Cleaner
Check Fuel Level, Add Fuel
Check Electric Wiring
Check Inflation Pressure of Tires
Check Condition of Window Washer Spray
Check Wiping Efficiency of Wiper
Check Horn
Check Defroster Function
Check Locks
Check Emergency Exit
Adjustments
Adjusting Seat
Removing or Installing Headrest
Adjusting Seat Belt
Adjusting Lever Stand
Adjusting Mirrors
Final Checks Before Starting Engine
Starting Engine
Normal Starting
Starting in Cold Weather
Automatic Warming-Up Operation
Operations and Checks After Starting Engine
Checks After Starting Engine
Breaking in the Machine
Normal Operation
Stopping Engine
Check After Stopping Engine
Moving the Machine (Directional, Speed), Stopping the Machine
Moving the Machine
Changing Gear Speed
Changing Direction
Stopping the Machine
Transmission Cutoff Function
Turning
Emergency Steering (if equipped)
Emergency Steering Self-Check Function
Operation of Work Equipment
Work Possible Using Wheel Loader
Digging Operations
Loading Piled Soil or Blasted Rock
Digging and Loading on Level Ground
Leveling Operations
Pushing Operations
Load-and-Carry Operations
Loading Operations
Cross-Drive Loading
V-Shape Loading
Precautions for Piling Up Loads
Preparations for Loading, Gathering Rocks
Approaching Facing
Digging
Traveling in Reverse After Excavation
Approaching Dump Truck
Loading Dump Truck
Reversing Away From Dump Truck
Precautions During Work Operations
Piling Up Loads
Handling Blasted Rock
Loosened Boulders
Pit Excavation
Cutting Face Operations
Switching Between Forward and Reverse
Turning When Tires Are Stationary
Wheel Brake Does Not Work
Permissible Water Depth
Lower the Center of Gravity when Turning
Driving Up or Down Slopes
Driving the Machine
Braking Function
Adjusting Work Equipment
Adjusting Boom Kickout
Adjusting Bucket Positioner
Bucket Level Indicator
Measuring Dump Angle
Measuring Bucket Dump Angle
Measuring Coupler Dump Angle
Checks After Completion of Operation
Before Stopping Engine
After Stopping Engine
Locking the Machine
HANDLING TIRES
Precautions When Handling Tires
Tire Pressure
Air Pressure Chart
Precautions for Using Load-and-Carry Method
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation Procedure
Loading and Unloading Trailers
Loading Machine
Securing the Machine
Unloading the Machine
LIFTING THE MACHINE
Lifting Position
Lifting Procedure
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
Precautions for Low Temperature
Fuel and Lubricants
Coolant
Battery
Precautions After Completion of Work
After Cold Weather
LONG-TERM STORAGE
Before Storage
During Storage
After Storage
AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONER
Control Panel
Main Power Switch
Fan Switch
Air Conditioner Switch
Auto Switch
Temperature Switch
FRESH/RECIRC Selector Switch
Mode Selector Switch
Method of Operation
Cooling Operation
Heating Operation
Drying-Heating and Demisting Operation
When Not Using the Air Conditioner Regularly
Precautions When Using Air Conditioner
Cool Box
KOMTRAX
Basic Precautions
TROUBLESHOOTING
When Machine Runs Out of Fuel
Towing the Machine
When Engine Can Be Used
When Engine Cannot Be Used
Releasing Parking Brake
Emergency Travel Operation
Discharged Battery
Removal and Installation of Battery
Precautions for Charging Battery
Starting Engine with Booster Cables
Precautions When Connecting or Disconnecting Booster Cable
Connecting Booster Cable
Disconnecting Booster Cable
Lowering Work Equipment When Engine Has Stopped
Other Troubleshooting
Electrical System
Chassis
Engine
GUIDES TO MAINTENANCE
Check Service Meter
Komatsu Genuine Replacement Parts
Komatsu Genuine Oils
Always Use Clean Washer Fluid
Always Use Clean Oil and Grease
Checking for Foreign Materials in Drained Oil and on Filters
Fuel Strainer
Welding Instructions
Do Not Drop Things Inside the Machine
Dusty Work Sites
Avoid Mixing Oil
Locking Inspection Covers
Bleeding Air from Hydraulic Circuit
Precautions When Installing Hydraulic Hoses
Checks After Inspection and Maintenance
Checks After Operation (with engine stopped)
Checks When Engine is Running
SERVICE OUTLINE
Handling Oil, Fuel, Coolant, and Performing Oil Clinic
Fuel
Coolant and Water for Dilution
Grease
Storing Oil and Fuel
Filters
Performing KOWA (Komatsu Oil Wear Analysis)
KOWA Analysis Items
Oil Sampling
Outline of Electric System
WEAR PARTS
Wear Parts List
RECOMMENDED FUEL, COOLANT, AND LUBRICANTS
Fuel, Coolant, and Lubricant Ambient Temperature Chart
Recommended Brands, Other Than Komatsu Genuine Oil
Biodiesel Usage
Biodiesel Recommendation for Komatsu Engines
Biodiesel Terminology
Certification and Standards
Warranty and Use of Biodiesel Fuel in Komatsu Engines
Requirements for Using Biodiesel Fuel in Komatsu Engines
Properties of Biodiesel
Komatsu Biodiesel Blend Specification for B5 to B20
Summary of Recommendations
STANDARD TIGHTENING TORQUES FOR BOLTS AND NUTS
Torque List
PERIODIC REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS
Safety Critical Parts List
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Initial 10 Hours Service
Initial 250 Hours Service
Initial 1000 Hours Service
When Required
Clean, Replace Air Cleaner Element
Check Additional Water Separator, Clean Inside Case
Clean Inside of Cooling System
Check Transmission Oil, Add Oil
Check Axle Oil Level, Add Oil
Clean Axle Case Breather
Clean Air Conditioner Condenser
Check Window Washing Fluid Level, Add Fluid
Clean Radiator Fins and Cooler Fins
Turn, Replace Bolt-On Cutting Edge
Replace Bucket Teeth (if equipped)
Check Air Conditioner
Replace Slow-Blow Fuse
Check Function of Accumulator
Select Tires
Check Tire Pressure
Clean, Replace Fuel Breather Filter
Check Before Starting
Every 50 Hours Service
Every 100 Hours Service
Lubricate Rear Axle Pivot Pin
Check Oil Level in Hydraulic Tank, Add Oil
Clean Element in Air Conditioner Fresh Air Filter
Every 250 Hours Service
Check Battery Electrolyte Level
Check Parking Brake
Check Air Conditioner Compressor Belt Tension, Adjust
Check for Loose Wheel Hub Nuts, Tighten
Clean Element in Air Conditioner Recirculation Filter
Check Function of Brake Accumulator
Lubricating
Every 500 Hours Service
Change Oil in Engine Oil Pan, Replace Engine Oil Filter Cartridge
Replace Fuel Prefilter Cartridge
Every 1000 Hours Service
Replace Fuel Main Filter Cartridge (Standard Specification)
Replace Fuel Main Filter Cartridge (Poor Fuel Arrangement Specification)
Change Oil in Transmission Case, Replace Oil Filter Cartridge, Clean Strainer
Clean Transmission Case Breather
Check Engine Air Intake Piping Clamps for Looseness
Check Alternator Drive Belt Tension, Replace
Replace Corrosion Resistor Cartridge (Standard Specification)
Replace Corrosion Resistor Cartridge (Poor Fuel Arrangement Specification)
Every 2000 Hours Service
Change Oil in Hydraulic Tank, Replace Hydraulic Filter Element
Replace Hydraulic Tank Breather Element
Change Axle Oil
Replace Element in Air Conditioner Recirculation Filter, Fresh Air Filter
Check Brake Disc Wear
Check Function of PPC Accumulator
Check Alternator
Check Engine Valve Clearance, Adjust
Check Vibration Damper
Every 4000 Hours Service
Check Water Pump
Check Starting Motor
Check Air Conditioner Compressor, Adjust
Check for Loose Engine High-Pressure Piping Clamps, Hardening of Rubber
Check for Missing Fuel Spray Prevention Cap, Hardening of Rubber
Every 8000 Hours Service
Replace High-Pressure Piping Clamps
Replace Fuel Spray Prevention Cap
SPECIFICATIONS
JOYSTICK STEERING SYSTEM
Structure and Function
Components
Shift UP, Shift DOWN Switches
Directional Selector Switch
Joystick Steering Lever
Joystick ON/OFF Switch
HI/LOW Selector Switch
Horn Switch
Console Tilt Lever
Console Fore-and-Aft Adjustment Lever
Joystick Pilot Lamp
Armrest Adjustment Lever
Steering with Joystick Lever or Steering Wheel
Precautions for Steering with Joystick
Operating the Joystick Steering System
Getting In and Out of Operator’s Cab
Adjusting Joystick Console
TORQUE CONVERTER LOCKUP
Torque Converter Lockup Pilot Lamp
Character Display
Warning/Limit Functions for Travel Speed
Travel Speed Warning Function
Travel Speed Limit Function
AM/FM RADIO CASSETTE STEREO SOUND SYSTEM
Sound System Components
Power Switch/Volume
Auto-Store/Preset Scan Button
Bass Control Knob
Treble Control Knob
Loudness Button
Time/Radio Display Selector Button
Tape Eject Button
Cassette Door
Fast-Forward, Rewind Buttons
Preset Buttons
Metal Tape Button
Manual Tuning Buttons
Seek Tuning Buttons
Band Selector Button
Setting Preset Buttons
Using Auto-Preset
Using Manual Preset
Listening to Radio
Listening to Cassette Tape
Reversing the Tape
Precautions When Using
Handling Cassette Tape
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Work Equipment Lever
FNR Switch
Directional Selector Switch Actuation Switch
Work Equipment Lock Switch
Using FNR Switch to Change Between Forward and Reverse
CENTRAL LUBRICATION SYSTEM
Automatic Greasing Circuit Diagram
WHEEL CHOCKS
BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH
Operation
BUCKET AND TIRES

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