Komatsu WA470-6 Wheel Loader Operation & Maintenance Manual
413 pages · Publication VEAM946102
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- Models
- WA470-6
- Serial coverage
- H50051 and up
- Manual type
- Operation & Maintenance Manual
- Pages
- 413
- Publication
- VEAM946102
- Condition
- Brand new

What's inside
From the manual's own table of contents: 148 sections, 299 entries. See sample pages (PDF, 384 KB)
EU Directives19 topics
- Safety information
- Signal words
- Safety labels
- Introduction
- Intended use
- Directions of machine
- Visibility from operator's seat
- Necessary information
- Product Identification Number (PIN)/Machine serial no. plate and position
- Engine serial no. plate and position
- ROPS/FOPS-Cab serial no. plate
- Axle serial no. plate
- Transmission serial no. plate
- Seat operator serial no. plate
- Position of service meter
- Table to enter serial no. and distributor
- Dimensions, weights and operating data
- WA470-6: Dimensions, weights and operating data
- CE-Conforming equipment
Safety12 topics
- Safety labels
- Location of safety labels
- Presentation of safety labels
- General precautions
- Precautions for operation
- Starting engine
- Operation
- Transportation
- Battery
- Towing
- Precautions for maintenance
- Precautions with tires
Operation5 topics
- General view
- General view of machine
- General view of controls and gauges
- Explanation of components
- Machine monitor
Other functions of machine monitor10 topics
- Switches
- Control levers, pedals
- Steering tilt lock lever
- Cap with lock
- Safety bar
- Towing pin
- Grease pump
- Cab door
- Cab door open lock
- Cab window open lock
Reset right window open lock for escape2 topics
- Backup alarm
- Fuse
Fuse capacity and name of circuit4 topics
- Slow blow fuse
- Location and presentation of relays
- Power outlet
- Air conditioner (standard)
Cool box2 topics
- Air conditioner (automatic)
- Handling cab wiper
Preventing damage to wiper arm bracket2 topics
- Operation
- Check before starting engine, adjust
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Operations and checks before starting engine1 topic
- Starting engine
Automatic warming-up operation1 topic
- Operations and checks after starting engine
Normal operation3 topics
- Stopping engine
- Check after stopping engine
- Moving the machine (directional, speed), stopping the machine
Transmission cut-off function1 topic
- Turning
Emergency steering1 topic
- Operation of work equipment
Bucket operation1 topic
- Work possible using wheel loader
Loading operations1 topic
- Precautions for operation
Precautions when driving up or down slopes1 topic
- Adjusting work equipment posture
Bucket level indicator2 topics
- Parking machine
- Checks after completion of operation
After stopping engine2 topics
- Locking
- Handling the tires
Precautions for using load and carry method2 topics
- Transportation
- Transportation procedure
Ensure machine stability1 topic
- Loading, unloading work with trailers
Unloading1 topic
- Lifting machine
Lifting procedure2 topics
- Cold weather operation
- Precautions for low temperature
Battery10 topics
- Precautions after completion of work
- After cold weather
- Warming-up operation for steering hydraulic circuit in cold weather
- Long-term storage
- Before storage
- During storage
- After storage
- Troubleshooting
- When machine runs out of fuel
- Towing the machine
Emergency travel operation1 topic
- If battery is discharged
Starting engine with booster cable1 topic
- Other trouble
Maintenance2 topics
- Guides to maintenance
- Outlines of service
Filters6 topics
- Outline of electric system
- Wear parts
- Wear parts list
- Fuel, coolant and lubricants
- Lubrication chart
- Use of fuel, coolant and lubricants according to ambient temperature
KOMATSU genuine oil7 topics
- Standard tightening torques for bolts and nuts
- Torque list
- Periodic replacement of safety critical parts
- Maintenance schedule chart
- Replace injector assembly
- Service procedure
- Initial 50 hours service (only after the first 50 hours)
Check for loose wheel hub bolts, tighten1 topic
- Initial 250 hours service (only after the first 250 hours)
Replace hydraulic tank filter element1 topic
- Initial 1000 hours service (only after the first 1000 hours)
Check engine valve clearance, adjust1 topic
- When required
Selection and inspection of tires2 topics
- Check before starting
- Every 50 hours service
Drain water, sediment from fuel tank1 topic
- Every 100 hours service
Clean element in air conditioner fresh air filter1 topic
- Every 250 hours service
Lubricating1 topic
- Every 500 hours service
Replace fuel pre-filter cartridge1 topic
- Every 1000 hours service
Replace corrosion resistor cartridge1 topic
- Every 2000 hours service
Check vibration damper1 topic
- Every 4000 hours service
Check starting motor1 topic
- Every 8000 hours service
Replace fuel spray prevention cap1 topic
- Every 12000 hours service
Technical Data3 topics
- Noise emission levels
- Vibration level
- Limit values for slopes
Attachments, Options5 topics
- Selecting bucket and tires
- Handling torque converter lock-up
- General locations
- Method of operation
- Warning/limit functions for travel speed
Travel speed limit function5 topics
- Handling machines equipped with KOMTRAX
- Basic precautions
- Joystick steering system
- Components
- Structure and function
Adjustment of joystick console20 topics
- Operation method of joystick steering system
- Multi-function lever (with/without auxiliary control lever)
- Explanation of components
- Operation
- 3-lever control
- Explanation of components
- Hydraulic quick coupler (operation with lever)
- Installing the attachment
- Removal and installation of the attachment
- Precautions for use
- Precautions when removing the attachment
- Hydraulic quick coupler (operation with switch)
- Removing the attachment
- Installing the attachment
- Removal and installation of the attachment
- Precautions for use
- Precautions when removing the attachment
- Central lubrication system
- Operating the central lubrication system
- Display and control unit
Pushbuttons2 topics
- Changing the lubrication interval times
- Cold area kit
Inside this manual
Real pages from this operation & maintenance manual (413 pages). Open the sample pages (PDF, 383 KB)
- Controls and operation, page 199: 3.3 Operation
- Specifications, page 223: 3.3 Operation
- Maintenance, page 289: 4.7 Maintenance schedule chart
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This is an operator's manual
Here's how it compares to the other manual types.
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
Factory manual, 413 pages
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