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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30F
Hydraulic Excavator
RH 30F No.
Bucyrus HEX GmbH
BA RH30F(3 666 540.00)-EN
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Introduction
1 INTRODUCTION
2804051
Operating instructions Target group
Part 1 INTRODUCTION Operating personnel
+
FUNDAMENTAL Inspection and
servicing personnel
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS +
Repair personnel
Part 2 OPERATION Operating personnel
The operating personnel must have know-
how relevant to the operation and the appli-
cation of this or comparable machines.
Part 3 INSPECTION AND Inspection and servicing personnel
SERVICING The inspection and servicing personnel must
have know-how relevant to the inspection
and servicing of this or comparable ma-
chines.
Part 4 REPAIR WORK Repair personnel
The repair personnel must have know-how
and experience relevant to the repair of this
or comparable machines.
Part 5 ANNEX Operating personnel
+
Inspection and servicing personnel
+
Repair personnel
Part 6 INDEX Operating personnel
+
Inspection and servicing personnel
+
Repair personnel
BA RH30F(3 666 540.00)-EN 1-1
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Introduction
Gas, dust, steam and smoke Noise
Always start and operate the engine in a well- During operation, all sound baffles of the machine
vented area; must be closed.
If in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the Always wear the prescribed ear protectors.
outside;
Oil, grease and other chemical
Do not modify or tamper with the exhaust system
substances
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constitu-
ents are known to cause cancer, birth defects, and When handling oil, grease or other chemical sub-
other reproductive harm stances, observe the product-related safety regu-
lations (see safety specifications).
Operate fuel-operated heating systems only on
adequately ventilated premises. Before starting Be careful when handling hot consumables (risk of
the machine on enclosed premises, make sure burning or scalding).
that there is sufficient ventilation.
Transporting and recommission-
Observe the regulations in force at the respective
site. ing
Carry out welding, flame-cutting and grinding work The machine must be loaded and transported only
on the machine only if this has been expressly in accordance with the operating instructions.
authorized, as there may be a risk of explosion
and fire. Use only appropriate means of transport and lifting
gear of adequate capacity.
Before carrying out welding, flame-cutting and
grinding operations, clean the machine and its The recommisioning procedure must be strictly in
surroundings from dust and other inflammable accordance with the operating instructions.
substances and make sure that the premises are
adequately ventilated (risk of explosion).
Hydraulic equipment
Check all lines, hoses and screwed connections
regularly for leaks and obvious damage. Repair
damage immediately. Splashed oil may cause
injury and fire.
Depressurize all system sections and pressure
pipes (hydraulic system) to be removed in accor-
dance with the specific instructions for the unit
concerned before carrying out any repair work.
Hydraulic lines must be laid and fitted properly.
Ensure that no connections are interchanged. The
fittings, lengths and quality of the hoses must
comply with the technical requirements.
BA RH30F(3 666 540.00)-EN 1-11
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Operation
Excavator layout Backhoe bucket
Fig. 2-1: 31 - Stick
33 - Boom cylinder
Superstructure
34 - Stick cylinder
9 β Radiator (engine cooling liquid)
37 - Monoblock boom
10 - Fuel tank
38 - Backhoe bucket
11 - Engine
39 - Backhoe cylinder
12 - Pump transfer gearbox
40 - Toggle link
13 β Hydraulic pumps (main pumps)
41 - Toggle lever
14 - Hydraulic oil reservoir
42 - Control valves
15 - Slewing pump
16 β Pilot control pump
17 - Cooling oil pump
18 β Hydraulic oil cooler
19 β Slewing gear
20 β Batteries and battery main switch
21 β Driver`s cab with air conditioner
22 β Control panel
23 β Counterweight
24 β Grease container for central lubricating
system
25 β Travel control block and rotor
26 β Air-intake system with vacuum-meter
27 β Exhaust system
28 - Ladder
BA RH30F(3 666 540.00)-EN 2-7
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Operation
Cab interior lighting Screen-washer
The cab lighting is switched on and off with switch The reservoir (1, Fig. 2-18:) for the screen-washer
(1, Fig. 2-17:). is located under the driver's seat.
The power supply to the lamp is not interrupted " Open flap (2).
even after the electrical system has been shut off.
" Depending on the season, fill reservoir (1)
The batteries may be discharged if the interior either with water or with water and an antifree-
lighting remains on for prolonged periods. ze compound.
Therefore, shut off the interior lighting when lea-
ving the machine.
Fig. 2-18:
Fig. 2-17:
BA RH30F(3 666 540.00)-EN 2-17
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Operation
Fig. 2-23:
No. Element Function Symbol
36 Buzzer Sounds an acoustic warning when a mal-
functionis reported continuous tone together
with warning lamps 9,10,11,19
Intermittent tone with warning lamps
15,16,22,23
Shut off the engine immediately
and lower the working equipment
to the ground when buzzer (36)
sounds continuously and when
one of the warning lamps indica-
tes a fault. The buzzer continues
to sound until the fault has been
rectified.
In the event of pump contaminati-
on or excessive slewing pump
temperature, buzzer (36) sounds
intermittently. The corresponding
warning lamp lights up. The buz-
zer continues to sound until the
fault has been rectified.
BA RH30F(3 666 540.00)-EN 2-27
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Operation
The refuelling system consists of an electrical Using the refuelling system
pump,filling hose, switch box (2, Fig. 2-30:) and
key-switch (3). " Unscrew cap (16, Fig. 2-31:) from express
coupling (17).
" Attach filling hose (18) to express coupling
(17) and introduce into the fuel barrel. The
electrical pump of the refuelling
system is switched on with key-switch (14).
Switch on electrical pump only
after the filling hose with the
micro-filter has been immersed
into the fuel barrel.
Fig. 2-30:
Check before refuelling that the
earthing strap (4, Fig. 2-30:) is at-
tached to the chassis. Sparking
caused by static or electric char-
ges may set fuel on fire.
Fig. 2-31:
It is recommended to use a micro-filter in the filling
line.Fuel should always be filled in through a
screen.
BA RH30F(3 666 540.00)-EN 2-37
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Operation
Raising and lowering the boom
To raise the boom
" pull control lever (88, Fig. 2-51:) backwards.
To lower the boom
" push control lever (88) forwards.
Extending and retracting the backhoe
bucket stick
To extend the stick
" push control lever (87) forwards.
Fig. 2-51: To retract the stick
The superstructure is braked when " pull control lever (87) backwards.
control Lever (87, Fig. 2-51:) is
shifted into the opposite direction Filling and emptying the backhoe
(countering).
To fill/tip back the bucket
To brake a slewing movement to the " shift control lever (88) to the left.
right To empty the bucket by dumping/tipping
" shift control lever (87) to the left. " shift control lever (88) to the right.
To brake a slewing movement to the
left
" shift control lever (87) to the right.
Working
When released, all control levers for working ope-
ration return automatically to position "0".
Level a surface only in the buc-
ket's digging direction. Never "be-
at" or "sweep" with the bucket.
Loading bucket: Close bucket completely before
beginning to dig. Do not level off a surface with the
front shell of the bucket open.
Working in particular conditions
Turn potentiometer (71, Fig. 2-51:) clockwise until
the maximum required working speed of the
equipment (boom, stick, bucket or backhoe buk-
ket).
BA RH30F(3 666 540.00)-EN 2-47
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Operation
Speed reduction function Hydraulic hammer
Working with the hydraulic hammer - Safety
instructions
Do not activate the speed reduc-
tion function when the machine is Nobody must stand in the hazard
used for lifting operations and range of the hammer.
during travelling. Risk of injury by splintering sto-
The speed reduction function can nes.
cause the hydraulic output to drop Stop the work immediately if per-
off suddenly. sons enter the hazard range of the
hammer or the machine.
The speed reduction sets the drive engine back to Close the front window of the ma-
idling speed if the working equipment remains chine before putting the hammer
inactivated during more than 10 seconds. into operation.
Mount a protective grid as a splin-
ter protection.
Wear ear protectors.
Operate the hammer only when
sitting in the driver's seat.
The power of the machine and that
of the hydraulic hammer must be
adapted to each other. In case of
doubt, contact the Terex Germany
Service.
Do not change the setting of the
Fig. 2-58: pressure-relief valves without ap-
Switching on the speed reduction: proval and do not remove lead
seals.
" Set toggle switch to the left (57, Fig. 2-58:) Observe the operating instructions
Indicator lamp (27, Fig. 2-59:) lights up when the of the hammer manufacturer.
the speed reduction function is active. Stop the work immediately when
oil losse are detected. Collect
Switching off the speed reduction: escaping oil and discard without
polluting the environment.
" Set toggle switch (57) to the left.
Report oil accidents immediately
to the user or his representative.
Repair leaks and damage immedia-
tely or have them repaired.
Fig. 2-59:
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Inspection and servicing
Before working on the electrical system
Handling batteries
Battery Posts, terminals and related accessories Before performing work on the electrical system
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals where tools, spare parts, etc. can come into con-
known to cause cancer and reproductive harm. tact with electrical conductors or contacts, the
Wash hands after handling battery must be disconnected.
Batteries give off explosive gases. Disconnect first the negative and then the positive
terminal.
Never handle batteries close to naked flames and
unshielded light sources, never smoke. After the work:
Reconnect first the positive and then the negative
Battery acid is toxic and corrosive.
terminal.
Avoid any contact with the skin, mouth, eyes and
clothing. Avoid spilling battery acid or inhaling the
vapours.
Wear gloves, firm protective clothing and goggles
when handling batteries.
If the skin is splashed with acid, rinse thoroughly
with running water and consult a doctor.
If the eyes are splashed with acid, rinse thoroug-
hly with running water and consult a doctor im-
mediately.
Never set tools down on the battery. They may
induce a short circuit, causing irreparable da-
mage to the battery and injuring persons.
Never wear metal necklaces, bracelets or watch-
straps when working on the battery. The metal
parts may induce a short-circuit resulting in burns.
Dispose of used batteries separately from other
waste in the interests of environmental protection.
BA RH30F(3 666 540.00)-EN 3-7
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Inspection and servicing
Plan N
Plan N β After initial commissioning and during the running-in period
Page 1 von 1
Location Servicing work Quantity/
No.
After 100 Bh
Engine
- Bearing
- Fastening screws Check for tightness
Cooling system
Water filter Replace 1
Radiator
- Bearing
- Fastening screws Check for tightness
Hydraulic system
Oil cooler
- Bearing
- Fastening screws Check for tightness
Return-flow filter Replace 2
Magnetic rod Clean 2
Pressure accumulator β emergency lowering Check function 1
3
Pump transfer gearbox Change oil 1
3
Slewing gearbox Change oil 1
Fastening screws Check for tightness
Slewing ring
Fastening screws (slewing ring, undercarriage Check for tightness (cf. Technical handbook)
and superstructure)
Superstructure
Fastening screws, especially at superstructure Check for tightness
/ pedestal / driverΒ΄s cab
All lines, fittings and connections Inspect visually for leaks, wearing marks
3
cf. βRefilling quantities β Oilβ table
BA RH30F(3 666 540.00)-EN 3-17
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Inspection and servicing
Lubricating chart β Grease / Backhoe bucket (legend)
No. Greasing point Number Lubricant Grease every
properties .... operating hours
1 Central lubricating system β grease container 1 10
2 Cylinder/toggle link bearing 1 10
3 Toggle link/toggle lever bearing 2 V 11 10
4 Stick/toggle lever bearing 2 10
5 Stick/backhoe bucket bearing 2x 2 10
6 Toggle link/toggle lever bearing 2 10
7 Slewing gearbox output pinion 1 1000
All other greasing points are supplied with grease by the central lubricating system.
Filling quantities - Grease
Greasing point Lubricant Filling quant. in kg
properties
Central lubricating system β grease container 5
Internal gearing β Roller-bearing slewing ring V 11 20
11
cf. "LUBRICANTS" section
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Inspection and servicing
Changing the engine oil After draining of the oil:
" Replace the engine oil filter.
" Remove the hose line.
Read and observe: "Inspection and The automatic drain coupling closes automati-
servicing β Safety instructions". cally.
" Screw on protective cap.
Risk of scalding from hot engine oil. " Fill in engine oil through the filler tube (2, Fig.
3-11:) until the oil level reaches the "max"
The engine may also be hot. mark (Fig. 3-12:).
Wear protective gloves and firm working clothing. " Start the engine and allow to run for abt. 2
minutes at idling.
Collect escaping oil and discard without polluting
the environment. " Check oil level and top up with oil up to the
"max" mark, if required.
" Bring engine oil to operating temperature.
" Park the machine on a horizontal surface and
secure.
" Shut off the engine.
" Drain off engine oil using the oil draining hose.
The use of the oil draining hose is described in
the "Draining hose for oil changes" chapter.
After the engine oil has drained away:
Fig. 3-12:
Fig. 3-11:
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Inspection and servicing
Replacing the fuel filter The fuel filters (3) serve at the same time as water
Read and observe the "Inspection
and servicing β Safety instructi-
ons" chapter.
Collect escaping fuel and discard without polluting
the environment.
Avoid skin contact with diesel fuel.
Diesel fuel may cause skin injury.
Fig. 3-34:
Wear firm working clothing. " Open valve (4) and drain off water until fuel
emerges.
Wear protective gloves or use a barrier cream.
" Close valve (4).
Venting the fuel system
The fuel tanks are vented with breather valves (4,
Fig. 3-35:).
Clean breather valves regularly.
" Remove breather valve, flush with paraffin oil
and blow clean with compressed air.
Fig. 3-33:
" Open hatch I (Fig. 3-33:) to gain access to the
filters.
" Unscrew filters (3, Fig. 3-34:).
" Fill new filter with clean fuel and screw it onto
the filter head by hand.
" Continue to tighten filter by a further 1/2 to 3/4
turn.
Fig. 3-35:
Tightening the filter element with a
tool may damage or deform the
filter head.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Inspection and servicing
Breather filter Replacing the filter elements
The breather filters (20, Fig. 3-51:) ensure venting
of the hydraulic oil reservoir at varying hydraulic oil
Read and observe the "Inspection levels.
and servicing - Safety instructi-
ons" chapter.
Shut off the engine.
Risk of scalding caused by hot hydraulic oil.
The hydraulic oil reservoir itself may also be hot.
Avoid skin contact.
Skin contact with hydraulic oil may cause skin
injury.
Wear protective gloves and firm working clothing. Fig. 3-51:
" Unscrew butterfly nut (50, Fig. 3-52:).
Withdraw hood (51) and withdraw filter ele-
ment (52) from the holding rod.
" Insert new sealing ring (53) and new filter
element and secure hood (51) with nut (50).
Fig. 3-52:
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Inspection and servicing
Gearbox venting
The gearbox is vented through breather filter (2,
Fig. 3-67:).
Clean breather filter in accordance with the ser-
vicing plan.
" Unscrew breather filter, clean in white spirit or
paraffin oil and blow dry with compressed air.
" Screw breather filter back in place.
Fig. 3-67:
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Inspection and servicing
Cleaning the grease sieves Lubricating the grease distribu-
Check the grease sieves (13, Fig. 3-85:) for con-
tor of the working equipment
tamination and clean, if required. The grease sie-
" Withdraw protective cap from greasing nipple.
ves must also be cleaned after a blockage in one
of the grease lines has been removed " Clean greasing nipple.
Cleaning " Press nozzle of the grease gun onto the grea-
sing nipple.
" Loosen nut (12) by holding union (16) in place
with a wrench. " Inject grease until the fresh grease squeezes
the used grease out of the bearing joints.
" Unscrew disk (14).
Make sure that used grease emer-
" Remove sieve (13) and clean with white spirit
or paraffin oil. ges from all greasing points con-
nected to the distributor.
" Refit (13) and fasten with disk (14). Only then have all greasing points
connected to the grease distribu-
" Screw nut (12) onto the union. tor been properly greased.
" Wipe off used grease with cleaning rags.
" After greasing, place protective cap back on
the greasing nipple.
Dispose of cleaning rags without
polluting the environment.
Fig. 3-85:
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Repair work
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Flying sparks (caused by welding, flame cutting,
grinding, electrical short-circuit) may cause fire on
2796687 the ground that can spread to the excavator.
Safety Instructions Place suitable fire guardings (fire barriers) if open
Prior to commencing work, inform fire or flying sparks cannot be avoided during re-
! on the national and corporate pair work. Apply special protection to cables,
rules for prevention of acci- cable ducts as well as to hose and pipe lines.
dents. Pay particular attention
to hazards caused by combu- If necessary, also cover the ground with fire-
stible and easily flammable protective blankets.
substances.
! on the safe handling of the fire Ensure sufficient ventilation.
extinguishers to be used.
Clean the excavator before starting a job.
Avoid smoking and open fire on, next to and be-
low the excavator. Do not keep any fire extinguishers that are not
suitable or have not been tested.
Combustible and easily flammable substances or
liquids increase the fire and explosion hazard. Do not extinguish flammable liquids with water.
Do not store or handle any flammable substances Use:
during operation.
! dry-powder,
Clean the excavator thoroughly, if possible, with a ! carbon-dioxide or
steam jet (rubber parts and electric components
with compressed air - refer to information label), ! foam extinguishing compounds.
when, for example, oil, grease, fuel or cleaner
was spilled. When getting into contact with burning substan-
ces, the fire-fighting water would abruptly evapo-
rate and distribute the substance such as oil over
Such substances may spontaneously ignite if they a wide area. Water causes short-circuits in the
get into the vicinity of hot units or objects such as electrical system thus possibly entailing new ha-
turbo superchargers. zards.
Even battery gases can ignite in open flames or
fire.
Avoid parking the excavator in places where Call the fire brigade.
! combustible substances such as coal dust or Have all your welding, flame cutting and grinding
tar are present. work approved.
! open or smouldering fire may occur.
Remove the excavator from such an area where
combustible or easily flammable liquids have spil-
led from the excavator onto the ground.
BA RH30F(3 666 540.00)-EN 4-5
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 30 F
Annex
5 ANNEX
2804052
Operating instructions Target group
Part 1 INTRODUCTION Operating personnel
+
FUNDAMENTAL Inspection and
servicing personnel
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS +
Repair personnel
Part 2 OPERATION Operating personnel
The operating personnel must have know-
how relevant to the operation and the appli-
cation of this or comparable machines.
Part 3 INSPECTION AND Inspection and servicing personnel
SERVICING The inspection and servicing personnel must
have know-how relevant to the inspection
and servicing of this or comparable ma-