Voe21c1000839h L20B L25B

L20B/L25B
Foreword OPERATOR'S MANUAL

This operating instruction manual serves as a guide for the
correct use and maintenance of your machine. It must always
be kept with the machine. The recommendations for opera-
tion, maintenance and the safety regulations must be thor-
oughly read before you start the machine, work with the
machine or perform maintenance work. Table of contents
Become acquainted with all operating elements and all in-
structions and keep the operating instruction manual in the
machine at a place where it is always at hand. If you lose the
operating instruction manual you should immediately buy a
new one. Presentation
NOTE! The information in these operating instructions

applies for both machine types L20B and L25B, it is in-
tended for all markets and therefore also covers notes on Instrument panels
operation of optional equipment. You do not have to
bother with this if your machine is not equipped with
such options.
We are continually trying to improve our products and reserve
therefore the right to implement design changes and im- Other controls
provements, if we are of the opinion that this may improve the
performance and the abilities of the product. With this, how-
ever, we do not commit ourselves to modify machines which
have already been delivered and which are already in opera-
tion. We also reserve the right to change data and equipment Operating instructions
as well as instructions for maintenance and other service ac-
tivities without prior notification.
Safety regulations
It is the operator's obligation to know and follow the applica- Operating techniques
ble national and local safety regulations. The safety instruc-
tions in this manual only apply if there are no applicable
national or local regulations in effect.
Safety when servicing
WARNING!
This symbol together with a warning note appears at Service and maintenance
several points in these operating instructions and
highlights instructions for your own personal safety.
The driver must be acquainted with and observe all
warning and information decals, which are attached to
the machine. These operating instructions must be Specifications
treated with confidentiality.
Become acquainted with the working capacity

and the limits of your machine!
Alphabetical index
Ref no: 21C1000839

The original language is English
Printed in Sweden 2007.11
Copyright © 2006, Volvo Construction Equipment Customer Support. All rights reserved.
Foreword
2 Identification number
Identification number
In order to avoid queries when ordering spare parts or in case of enquiries by phone or in writing please enter
the data of your machine here.
Manufacturer: Volvo Compact Equipment GmbH & Co.KG

D-54329 Konz-Könen • Max-Planck-Str. 1
Germany
Model/Type:
Product identification
number:
Year of manufacture:
Please send comments about the Operator's Manual to om@volvo.com

Table of content
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Table of content
Foreword....................................................................1
Identification number .............................................................. 2
Presentation ..............................................................5
Machine view.......................................................................... 8
CE marking, EMC directive .................................................... 9
Communication equipment installation................................. 10
Product plates....................................................................... 11
Information and warning plates / stickers ............................. 12
USA Federal Clean Air Act ................................................... 15
Instrument panels ...................................................19
Top instrument panel............................................................ 20
Bottom instrument panel....................................................... 24
Other controls .........................................................27
Controls ................................................................................ 27
Operators comfort................................................................. 34
Heater Engine-independent (optional eqiupment)................ 37
Air conditioning ..................................................................... 41
Operating instructions ...........................................43
Safety rules when operating ................................................. 44
Measures before driving ....................................................... 47
Starting engine ..................................................................... 48
Gear shifting ......................................................................... 49
Stopping ............................................................................... 50
Parking ................................................................................. 51
Recovering/Towing............................................................... 52
Transporting machine........................................................... 53
Operating techniques .............................................55
Whole-body vibrations .......................................................... 56
Working within dangerous areas .......................................... 58
Attachments.......................................................................... 63
Attachment brackets............................................................. 64
Charging ............................................................................... 68
Differential lock ..................................................................... 69
Boom Suspension System (BSS)......................................... 70
Buckets................................................................................. 71
Loading fork (fork lift attachment) ......................................... 75
Road sweeping..................................................................... 77
Attachment carrier ................................................................ 78
Special hydraulics................................................................. 79
Safety hooks......................................................................... 82
Lifting objects........................................................................ 83
Signalling diagram ................................................................ 84
Safety when servicing ............................................87
Service position .................................................................... 87
Before service read .............................................................. 88
Fire prevention...................................................................... 90
Handling hazardous materials .............................................. 92
Service and maintenance.......................................97
Service points ....................................................................... 99
Engine ................................................................................ 100
Fuel system ........................................................................ 103
Engine air cleaner............................................................... 105
Cooling system ................................................................... 107
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Electrical system................................................................. 109

Axles................................................................................... 113
Brake system...................................................................... 115
Tyres................................................................................... 116
Windscreen washer system................................................ 117
Air conditioning ................................................................... 118
Hydraulic system ................................................................ 119
Lubrication points ............................................................... 122
Lubrication and service chart.............................................. 125
Specifications........................................................127
Recommended lubricants................................................... 127
Change capacities and intervals......................................... 128
Engine L20B,specifications ................................................ 129
Engine L25B,specifications ................................................ 130
Electrical system,specifications .......................................... 131
Power Transmission, specifications ................................... 134
Brakes/steering system, specifications............................... 135
Tyre sizes and air pressures specifications........................ 136
Cab, specifications ............................................................. 137
Hydraulic system, specifications......................................... 138
Dimensions......................................................................... 139
Attachments, specifications ................................................ 145
Service history .................................................................... 148
Alphabetical index ................................................153
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Presentation
M201092A
Intended use
The machine has been designed and built in accordance with the
latest technical standard and its safety has been tested according
to the generally accepted technical rules and regulations.
The machine must only be operated in technically mint condition
and by trained operating personnel, under compliance of the appli-
cable safety regulations and accident prevention instructions. This
applies also for the compliance with the notes on safety referring
to maintenance, care and repair in this operating instruction man-
ual.
For use in special applications, such as explosive environments or
in areas characterised by asbestos containing dust one must com-
ply with particular safety regulations and the machine must be
equipped for such work.
For further information please contact the manufacturer or your
dealer.
Environmental requirements
Be conscious of the environment while operating and maintaining
the machine. Always follow national environmtnal legislation
applying to all handling of the machine.
Engine
In L20B to serial number: 1703000
In L25B to serial number: 1753000
Is a Volvo D3D engine. It is a four-cylinder four-stroke diesel in-line
engine. Direct fuel injection with oil/air cooling.
In L20B from serial number: 1703001-

In L25B from serial number: 1753001-
Is a Volvo D3,6D engine. It is four-cylinder four stroke diesel in-line
engine.Direct fuel injection with oil/air cooling.
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Power Transmission
Hydrostatic drive, fully controllable under load, also for reversing
of direction (forward and reverse) and in all speed ranges. Maxi-
mum pushing power is achieved in all speed ranges. Inching brake
pedal for infinite control of travel speed.
Axles: All wheel drive via two planetary axles.
Differential lock: 100% hydraulically activated differential lock in
both axles.
Brake system
Service brake: Drum brake on front axle, hydraulically actuated via
inching brake pedal.
Parking brake: mechanical activation front axle drum brake.
Steering system
Central hydrostatic oscillating articulated steering with dampened
side oscillation.
Cab
The cab has a heating and ventilation system. Air condition is ava-
iable as an optional equipment.
FOPS and ROPS

The cab complies with the FOPS and ROPS safety regulations,
see technical data of cab. FOPS is an abbreviation of Falling
Object Protective Structure (roof protection) and ROPS is an
abbreviation of Roll Over Protective Structure (roll over protection).
Do not make any inadmissible changes to the cab, such as lower-
ing the roof height, drilling, fastening of mounting brackets for fire
extinguisher, radio aerials or other equipment by welding. Such
impermissible changes impair the strength properties of the cabin
and will cause the ROPS approval to become invalid. Any planned
alteration must be discussed with the engineering department of
Volvo CE beforehand. This department will decide whether the
alteration may cause the approval to become null and void. It is of
utmost importance that all persons involved are acquainted with
these regulations.
Hydraulic system
Thermostatically controlled oil circuit with integrated cooling sys-
tem. Triple block control valve with primary and secondary pres-
sure relief. Combined suction and return flow filter with a filtering
rate of 10 µm. The filter can be changed without having to empty
the tank.
Anti-theft device (optional equipment)

An installed anti-theft device makes it more difficult to steal the ma-
chine. Volvo CE supplies anti-theft devices as optional equipment.
If your machine is not yet equipped with one, check the possibili-
ties of having such a device installed by your dealer.
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Modifications
Modifications to this machine including the use of unauthorised at-
tachments, accessories, assemblies or parts may affect the integ-
rity of the machine and/or the ability of the machine to perform as
designed. Persons or organisations making unapproved modifica-
tions assume all liability arising from or related to the modification,
including any adverse affect on the machine.
No modifications of any kind should be make to this product unless
the specific modification has been officially approved in writing by
Volvo Construction Equipment. Volvo Construction Equipment re-
serves the right to reject any and all warranty claims which arise
from or are related to unauthorised modifications.
Modifications are officially approved if at least one of the following
conditions is met:
1 The attachment, accessory, assembly or part is manufactured
or distributed by Volvo Construction Equipment and installed in
a factory approved manner as described in the publications
available from Volvo Construction Equipment; or
The modification has been approved in writing by the Product Line
Engineering Department of Volvo Construction Equipment.
CareTrack (optional equipment)

The machine can be equipped with CareTrack, a telematics sys-
tem developed by Volvo Construction Equipment. The system col-
lects machine data which can be wirelessly transferred to a
computer. The data shows machine position, operating hours, fuel
consumption, alarms, etc. CareTrack is available in different ver-
sions, depending on the required information level.
CareTrack makes it easier to plan for service and reduces costly
downtime. Productivity is improved by knowing if machines are
being operated correctly and how much fuel is being consumed. It
also allows the customer to restrict the operating area of the
machine, by using virtual fences. This helps eliminate unauthor-
ized machine usage and theft. For further information, contact a
Volvo Construction Equipment dealer.
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8 Machine view
Machine view
Machine description L20/25B
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1 Bucket 6 Mirror
2 Tilt linkage 7 Working lamp
3 Tilt cylinder 8 Exhaust
4 Lifting arm 9 Engine hood
5 Working lamp 10 Lifting cylinder
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CE marking, EMC directive 9
CE marking, EMC directive

CE marking
(Declaration of Conformity)
(Only applies to machines marketed within the EU/EEA.)
This machine is CE marked. This means that when delivered the
machine meets the applicable "Essential Health and Safety Re-
quirements", which are given in the EU Machinery Safety Direc-
tive, 98/37/EC.
Any person carrying out changes that affect the safety of the ma-
chine, is also responsible for the same.
L64437A
As proof that the requirements are met, the machine is supplied
with an EU Declaration of Conformity, issued by Volvo CE for each
separate machine. This EU declaration also covers attachments
manufactured by Volvo CE. The documentation is a valuable doc-
ument, which should be kept safe and retained for at least ten
years. The document should always accompany the machine
when it is sold.
If the machine is used for other purposes or with other attachments
than described in this manual, safety must at all times and in each
separate case be maintained. The person carrying out such action
is also responsible for the action which, in some cases, may
require a new CE marking and the issue of a new EU Declaration
of Confirmity.
EU EMC Directive
The electronic equipment of the machine may in some cases
cause interference to other electronic equipment, or suffer from ex-
ternal electromagnetic interference, which may constitute safety
risks.
The EU EMC directive about "Electromagnetic compatibility", 89/
336/EEC, provides a general description of what demands can be
made on the machine out of a safety point of view, where permitted
limits have been determined and given according to international
standards.
A machine or device which meets the requirements should be CE
marked. Our machines have been tested particularly for electro-
magnetic interference. The CE marking of the machine and the
declaration of conformity also cover the EMC directive.
If other electronic equipment is fitted to this machine, the equip-
ment must be CE marked and tested on the machine with regard
to electromagnetic interference.
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10 Communication equipment installation
Communication equipment
installation
IMPORTANT! All installation of optional communication
equipment must be carried out by trained professionals and
in accordance with the Volvo CE instructions applicable to
the machine.
Protection against electromagnetic

interference
This machine has been tested in accordance with EU directive 89/
336/EEC concerning electromagnetic interference. It is therefore
very important that all non-approved electronic accessories, such
as communication equipment, should be tested before installation
and use, since they can cause interference to the electronic sys-
tems of the machine.
Mobile phones
For the reason of a high soundness level the mobile phone must
be permanently connected to the electrical system of the machine.
Apart from that a fixed aerial must be mounted to the outside of the
machine as specified by the manufacturer. If a portable mobile
telephone is used, note that it can constantly transmit information
to its base station, even when the telephone is not used. For this
reason, it should not be placed beside electronic equipment in the
machine, such as directly on a control panel etc.
Guidelines when installing aerial

The guide-lines given below must be followed during installation:
Q The position of the aerial must be selected so that it is well
adapted to the environment.
Q The down lead from the aerial should be of the coaxial cable.
Make sure that the cable is undamaged, that the screen is not
split up at the ends, but thoroughly encased in the connector
and has a good galvanic contact with the same.
Q The mating surface between the aerial mounting bracket and
the bodywork must be clean metal surfaces, with all dirt and
oxide removed. Protect the mating surfaces against corrosion
after installation, to maintain good galvanic contact.
Remember to keep interfering cables and those which may suffer
from interference apart. Interfering cables are the power supply
cable and the aerial to the communication equipment. Cables
which may suffer from interference are cables to and from elec-
tronic units on the machine. Install cable harnesses as close to
grounded plate surfaces as possible, as these have a screening
effect.
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Product plates 11
Product plates
The following illustrations and descriptions show the identification
plates on the machine.
When ordering spare parts or in case of enquiries by phone and in
correspondence model designations and product identification
number must be specified.
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1 Identification plate 3 Cab ROPS/FOPS Plate

contains name and address of manufacturer. model The plate is located to the left behind the service door
designation, product identification number (serial-no.), for the central electrics. It includes model designation,
machine weight, engine power, year of manufacture, ROPS/FOPS number and max. machine weight.
year of delivery as well as CE-sign (only in EC/EWR
countries). The product identification number (serial- 4 Engine identification plate
no.) is additionally stamped on the right hand side of contains design, engine number as well as
the front frame. performance data. The engine serial number is
additionally stamped on the crankcase.
2 Additional type plate (only for Germany)
contains name and address of manufacturer. model 5 Cab
designation, vehicle identification number (serial-no.), The manufacturing number of the cab is stamped on
perm. total weight, perm. front/rear axle load and year the left hand roof column.
of manufacture.
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12 Information and warning plates / stickers
Information and warning plates / stickers

The driver must also be acquainted with and observe all warning and information decals, which are attached to
the wheel loader. Stickers and decals, which are missing or have been damaged, must be immediately replaced.
Apart from that the decals must be kept in a legible, i. e. clean condition.
The spare parts number (ordering number) is printed on the respective decal or can be found in the spare parts
catalogue.
Each country has its own safety regulations. This laos has an effect on the decals on the machine. If the decals
on the machine differ from the ones stipulated for your country, the local regulations for machine decals must be
complied with.
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2 M200002A
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Information and warning plates / stickers 13
1 Caution sign - Operation and maintenance

The instructions and warnings in the operating manual must be
read carefully before using the machine for the first time. The
technical documentation can be found in the storage compartment
to the right beside the operator's seat.
M300003A
2 Warning sign - Danger area

This symbol should warn any people near the machine of the gen-
eral dangers existing in the immediate vicinity of the machine.
M300004A
3 Warning sign - Articulation area

Nobody is allowed stay within the unsecured articulation area.
M300005A
4 Warning sign - Engine hood only to be opened

when the engine has stopped
Due to the risk of injury by rotating parts it is dangerous to open the
engine hood while the engine is running.
M300006A
5 Caution sign - Battery disconnection switch

The battery disconnecting switch must always be switched off for
longer resting periods of the machine and for repair work in the
electric system.
M300007A
6 Caution sign - Electric welding

For electric welding the earth terminal must be connected directly
to the part to be welded. Disconnect the battery completely.
M300008A
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14 Information and warning plates / stickers
7 Caution sign - Fuel

See the lubrication table for the required grade.
M300009A
8 Caution sign - Hydraulic oil

See the lubrication table for the required grade.
NOTE! If the hydraulic system is filled with biodegradable
hydraulic oil from the factory (see sticker on filler neck) only
the oil quality specified on the sticker must be used to fill up
M300010A or when changing the oil.
9 Caution sign - Loading or unloading/Lifting

Fastening points for lifting the machine.
M300011A
10 Caution sign - Lashing

Fastening points for transport of the machine.
M300012A
11 Caution sign - Lever functions
12 Caution sign - Fuse assignment

This decal is located on the service door, see electric system.
13 Caution sign - Fuses and relays

This decal is located in the engine compartment on the left hand
side, see electric system.
14 Caution sign - Sound capacity level

Sound capacity level (LwA) around the machine.
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USA Federal Clean Air Act 15
USA Federal Clean Air Act

The Federal Clean Air Act Section 203 (a) (3) prohibits the removal
of air pollution control devices or the modification of an EPA-certi-
fied non-road engine to a non-certified configuration.
The Federal regulations implementing the Clean Air Act for non-
road engines, 40 C.F.R.Section 89.1003(a)(3)(i), reads as follows:
The following act and the causing thereof are prohibited:

For a person to remove or render inoperative a device or ele-
ment of design installed on or in a non-road engine vehicle or
equipment in compliance with regulations under this part pri-
or to its sale and delivery to the ultimate purchaser or for a
person knowingly to remove or render inoperative such a de-
vice or element of design after the sale and delivery to the ul-
timate purchaser.
The law provides a penalty of up to $2,500 for each violation.
An example of a prohibited modification is the recalibration of the

fuel system so that the engine will exceed the certified horsepower
or torque.
You should not make a change to an EPA-certified non-road en-

gine that would result in an engine that does not match the engine
configuration certified to meet the Federal Standards.
Customer Assistance
Volvo Construction Equipment wishes to help assure that the
Emission Control System Warranty is properly administered. In
event that you do not receive the warranty service to which you be-
lieve you are entitled under the Emission Control System Warran-
ty, you should contact your nearest Volvo Construction Equipment
Regional office for assistance.
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16 USA Federal Clean Air Act
Normal Non-Road Engine Use

The Maintenance Instructions are based on the assumption that
this conventional machine will be used as designated in the Oper-
ator’s Instruction Manual and operated only with the specified fuel
and lubrication oils.
Non-Road Engine Maintenance

The non-road engine is of conventional design and any local deal-
er may perform the necessary non-road engine emission control
maintenance defined in this manual.
Volvo recommends that the purchaser use the service program for
the non-road engine, known as Preventative Maintenance, includ-
ing the recommended engine emission control maintenance.
In order to document that the proper regular maintenance has

been performed on the non-road engine, Volvo recommends that
the owner keep all records and receipts of such maintenance.
These records and receipts should be transferred to each subse-
quent purchaser of the non-road engine.
Service Performed By Your Local Dealer

Your local dealer is best qualified to give you good, dependable
service since he has trained service technicians and is equipped
with genuine original manufacturer´s parts and special tools, as
well as the latest technical publications. Discuss your servicing
and maintenance requirements with your local dealer. He can tailor
a maintenance program for your needs.
For regular scheduled service or maintenance, it is advisable to

contact your local dealer in advance to arrange for an appointment
to ensure availability of the correct equipment and service techni-
cian to work on your machine. This will aid your local dealer in ef-
forts to decrease service time on your machine.
Preventative Maintenance Program

To retain the dependability, noise level and exhaust emission con-
trol performance originally built into your conventional non-road
engine, it is essential that the non-road engine receive periodic
service, inspections, adjustments and maintenance.
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USA Federal Clean Air Act 17
Fuel System
Fuel Recommendations
The fuel used must be clean, completely distilled, stable and non-
corrosive. Distillation range, cetane level and sulfur content are
most important when selecting fuel for optimum combustion and
minimum wear.
Engine working conditions and ambient temperature influence the

selection of the fuel with respect to cold handling properties and
cetane levels.
In cold weather conditions, below 32 °F (0 °C), the use of lighter

distillate or higher cetane level fuel are recommended. (Final boil-
ing point max. 660 °F (349 °C) and a cetane min 45).
To avoid excessive deposit formation and to minimize the emis-

sions of sulfur dioxide into the ambient air, the sulfur content of the
fuel should be the lowest available. The diesel fuels recommended
for use in Volvo engines should meet ASTM designation: D 975
No. ID (C-B) or No. 2D (T-T); with a cetane level above 42 and sul-
fur content not exceeding 0.5 percent by weight.
Check for fuel leaks (while the engine is running at fast idle):
Q Visually check unions and hose connections.
Check the conditions of the fuel hoses for:

Q Aging
Q Cracks
Q Blisters
Q Scuffing
Check the condition of the fuel tank:

Q Drain water condensation.
Q Check for cracks.
Q Check for leaks.
Q Check the mounting.
Check the turbocharger:

Q Visually check for leaks in the intake hoses and exhaust pipe of
the turbocharger.
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Instrument panels
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Instrument panels
WARNING!
Do not operate the machine until you are thoroughly
familiar with the arrangement and function of the various
instruments and controls. Read through the operating
instructions thoroughly – Your safety is involved!
Keep the manual in the cab so that it is always at hand.

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1 Code lock (If installed)

2 Top instrumental panel (control/warning lights,
gauged)
3 Bottom instrument panel (switches).
Instrument panels
20 Top instrument panel
Top instrument panel

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1 Fuel level (reserv) 10 Travel direction indicators

2 Differential lock 11 Full headlights
3 Hydraulic oil filter 12 Preheating
4 Hydraulic oil temperature 13 Forward travel
5 Battert charge control 14 Revese travel
6 Air filter gauge 15 Travel range gear "2" (rabbit)
7 Engine oil preassure 16 Travel range gear "1" (turtle)
8 Engine oil temperature 17 Fuel level gauge
9 Handbrake 18 Operating hour meter
NOTE! When reaching the limit values the warning buzzer sounds as an audible warning signal
(only when engine is running).
– Engine oil temperature

– Engine oil pressure
– Hydraulic oil temperature
– Hydraulic oil filter
– Air filter gauge
– Hand brake/travel system
Instrument panels
Top instrument panel 21
1 Fuel level (reserve)

The control light monitors the filling level in the fuel tank. When it
lights up the tank still contains approx. 7 litres of fuel. The machine
M200012A should then be refuelled to avoid air entering into the system.
Filling capacity: see technical data.
2 Differential lock
The control light lights up when the differential lock is activated.
M201069A
3 Hydraulic oil filter

The filter element must be changed when the control light lights up.
M200014A
4 Hydraulic oil temperature

If the hydraulic oil temperature is too high, the control light lights up
and the warning buzzer sounds.
M200015A
Shut the engine down, check the hydraulic oil level, clean the oil
cooler, if necessary inform the customer service.
5 Battery charge control

The control light monitors the charge condition of the battery. The
control light goes out as soon as the engine is running. The control
light lights up if the battery is not being charged.
M200017A
6 Air filter control light

The control light informs about the condition of the air filter. If the
control light lights up and the warning buzzer sounds stop the
M200018A machine, shut the engine down and clean or replace the air filter
immediately.
7 Engine oil pressure

If the engine oil pressure drops below a permitted value the control
light lights up and the warning buzzer will sound.
M200019A Stop the machine, shut the engine down, perform trouble shooting,
if necessary inform the customer service.
8 Engine oil temperature

If the engine oil temperature is too high, the control light lights up
and the warning buzzer sounds.
M201070A Stop the machine, shut the engine down, perform trouble shooting,
if necessary inform the customer service.
Instrument panels
22 Top instrument panel
9 Hand brake
The control light lights up when the hand brake is applied. When
selecting a travel direction (forward/reverse) while the hand brake
M200021A is applied, the warning buzzer will additionally sound.
10 Travel direction indicators

The control light flashes when indicating to right or left, depending
on position of the indicator switch.
M200022A
11 Headlights
The control light lights when the travel light is switched on.
M200023A
12 Preheating
The control light lights during preheating. The control light lights
only when the ignition switch is in position "1".
M200024A
13 Forward travel
M200025A
14 Reverse travel
When selecting a travel direction (forward/reverse) via the multi-
function lever the control lights indicate the selected travel
M200026A direction.
15 Travel range gear "2" (rabbit)

When selecting a gear via the multi-function lever the control lights
indicate the selected gear.
M200027A
16 Travel range gear "1" (turtle)

When selecting a gear via the multi-function lever the control lights
indicate the selected gear.
M200028A
Instrument panels
Top instrument panel 23
17 Fuel level gauge

Shows the filling level in the fuel tank. If the pointer is in the red
sector or the control light (1) lights up the machine needs
refuelling. Filling capacity: see technical data.
18 Operating hour meter

The operating hours of the machine are shown in minutes and
hours. Perform the maintenance tasks accordingly.
Instrument panels
24 Bottom instrument panel
Bottom instrument panel

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1 Fender light / travel light

Two position switch. When actuated both function LED and symbol
light green.
Switch depressed = Fender lights and dashboard illumination
switched on. This function can be switched on without ignition.
Switch depressed again = Travel light switched on. This function is
only enabled when the ignition is switched on.
M200031A
2 Windscreen wiper, rear

Two position switch. When actuated both function LED and symbol
light green.
Switch depressed = Permanent wiping switched on.
Press switch again and hold it = Washing pump and wiper motor
switched on. The washing pump remains switched on as long as
the switch is depressed.
M200032A
3 Working headlights, front

When actuated both function LED and symbol light green.
Switch depressed = Working headlights switched on.
The working headlights can only be switched on together with the
fender lights.
M200033A
4 Working headlights, rear

Switch depressed = Working headlights switched on.
The working headlights can only be switched on together with the
fender lights.
M200034A
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Bottom instrument panel 25
5 Flashing beacon (optional equipment)

Switch depressed = Flashing beacon switched on. When switching
the ignition off while the flashing beacon is on, the flashing beacon
will stay on.
M200036A
6/7/8 Water pump road sweeping machine

(optional equipment)
Additional pump (optional equipment)
Locking for attachment carrier
Switch depressed = Function switched on.
M200037A
Anti-theft device (optional equipment)

An installed anti-theft device ,makes it more difficult to steal the
machine. Volvo CE supplies anti-theft devices as optional
equipment. If your machine is not yet equipped with one, check the
possibilities of having such a device installed by your dealer.
Keyboard
A Function LED (green) function of keyboard.
- Lights for a moment when one of the keys is pressed.
B Function LED (red) function of immobilizer
- Lights if the immobilizer is activated.
A B - Flashes when the engine can be started.
1 2 3 C Keys for input of code.
D Key to release the code.
C
E Key to change the code.
4 5 6 The 6-digit secret code (see delivery note) of the immobilizer
has been programmed in the factory.
– Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch and turn it to
7 8 9 position "I".
D – Enter the secret code (6-digit), press key (D) and start the
E engine.
# 0
NOTE! If the code is incorrectly entered - repeat the input
M201077A
Instrument panels
26 Bottom instrument panel
Programming of access code for dealers, technical personnel

(freely programmable).
– Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch and turn it to
position "I".
– Enter the secret code, press key (E) and enter the numerical
A B sequence 6-digit) of your choice.
– Press key (E) to confirm this programming sequence.
1 2 3 For safety reasons this access code must be entered twice.
C – Enter the access code (6-digit), press key (D) and start the
engine.
4 5 6
Programming of access code for users, for example driver,
rental customers (free programmable).
7 8 9 – The access code (for dealers, technical personnel) must
already have been programmed.
D
E – Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch and turn it to
# 0 position "I".
– Enter the access code (dealers, technical personnel) and press
key (E).
M200092A
– Enter the access code for users (driver, rental customer) a
row of numbers (6-digit) of your choice.
– Press key (E) to confirm this programming sequence.
For safety reasons this access code must be entered twice.
– Enter the access code (6-digit), press key (D) and start the
engine.
When shutting the engine down (ignition key in position "0")
the immobilizer remains deactivated.
After 15 minutes the immobilizer is activated, after this the
secret code or the access code must be entered again to be
able to start.
If the immobilizer is to be activated immediately after shutting
the engine down (ignition key in position "0"), button (E) must
be pressed two times.
Other controls
Controls 27
Other controls
Controls
5 6 4 11
10
2
12
8
M200009C
1 Multifunction lever to lift/tip the bucket, operation of differential lock and driving
2 Control lever to lock the quick change equipment carrier and special hydraulics
3 Locking for working hydraulics
4 Ignition switch
5 Hazard light switch
6 Light switch/direction indicators/warning horn/windscreen wiper-washer system, front
7 Socket
8 Hand brake lever
9 Drive pedal
10 Inching-brake valve
11 Blower switch
12 Temperature control / heater
Other controls
28 Controls
1 Multi-function lever
A Driving and gear change function

1 A Roll switch forward = "Forward travel" the control light lights up.
B Roll switch backward = "Backward travel" the control light lights
D up.
C C Travel speed ranges 1 and 2 are selected when actuating the
button. The control light lights up.
B
D Actuating this button switches from "Forward travel or
Backward travel" to "Neutral position", the machine comes to a
halt.
E Actuating and holding the button engages the differential lock.
M200043A
WARNING!
The differential lock must only be engaged when the
machine is standing.
F F Special function (option). Actuating and holding the button

E activates the function.
M200044A
C Working hydraulics function

A
B Neutral
1 A Lowering
B Floating position (with notch)
E D
C Tipping back
D Tipping forward
E Lifting
M200045A
Other controls
Controls 29
2 Control lever for locking (quick change

equipment carrier) and special hydraulics
C Function
F
Neutral
G F Unlocking
G Locking (with notch)
D C Tipping back
2 D Tipping forward
M200046A
3 Locking for working hydraulics
WARNING!
For road travel and maintenance work the working
hydraulics must be blocked against unintended actuation.
M200047A
Other controls
30 Controls
4 Ignition switch
The ignition switch is used for preheating and starting. Position "1"
5 6 also supplies all day consumers.
5 Push button for hazard light

This system is used to secure a stopped machine (breakdown) or
for the warning of other participant in traffic in unclear traffic
situations. When actuated all indicators on the machine will flash
4 at the same time.
M200038B
6 Light switch / direction indicators / warning

horn / windscreen wiper/washer system
Direction indicator, warning horn

– Lever forward = left hand direction indicator
M300029A
– Lever backward = right hand direction indicator
– Button depressed = warning signal
Full headlights
– Lift the lever towards the steering wheel = full headlights
Windscreen washer system

– Pull the ring towards the steering wheel = windscreen washer
system
Windscreen wiper (turning of lever)

– Position = interval wiper
– Position 0 = neutral
– Position I = Windscreen wiper
– Position II = windscreen wiper
Other controls
Controls 31
7 Socket
Electric power supply for electric accessories, for example hand
lamp (max.120 Watt)
10 9 M200039B
8 Hand brake lever

It works from the hand brake lever via a Bowden cable to the drum
brake on the front axle.
When selecting a travel direction (forward/reverse) while the hand
brake is applied, the control light lights up and the warning buzzer
M200021A will additionally sound.
9 Drive pedal
With the drive pedal the travel speed is controlled via the engine
speed.
10 Inching-brake valve
The inch-braking pedal enables matching of the travel speed of the
wheel loader to the current travel situation, irrespective of the drive
pedal position.
Actuating the inch-braking pedal while the drive pedal is fully
kicked down (highest possible lifting speed of the bucket) reduces
the travel speed to a minimum (for example when approaching a
truck). In the last third of the pedal movement the friction brake
(drum brake) on the front axle will apply.
Other controls
32 Controls
Hose breakage protection

The hose rupture protection is a safety system, which prevents

against uncontrolled lowering of the lifting frame in case of a hose
rupture during lifting work (loading fork - loading hook operation).
Pipe breakage protection without function

– Lever in position (A) = bucket operation
Emergency lowering and pressure relief of hydraulic quick release
couplings is only possible in this position. The lifting frame can be
lowered with the engine shut down.
B A
Pipe breakage protection activated
– Lever in position (B) = loading fork operation
When the engine is shut down this switch position does not permit
"lowering" or "tipping" of the loading fork.
MA00080B
WARNING!
Before starting maintenance or repair work park the
machine on level ground, rest the working equipment flat
on the ground and relieve the pressure in the hydraulic
system. Shift lever to position (A), shut down the engine
and actuate the lever for working hydraulics several times
from neutral to positions "Up-Down-Tipping back-Tipping".
Other controls
Controls 33
Manual inching function

The manual inching function offers the possibility to match the
travel speed of the machine to the application, independently from
the position of the drive pedal.
1 Turn the rotating inching valve (arrow) to the left hand end stop
(open = no drive).
2 Adjust the engine speed with the drive pedal or the hand
throttle to the required speed.
3 Operate the travel switch to the desired travel direction
forward/reverse.
M200086A 4 Turn the rotary inching valve (arrow) in clockwise direction
(close), until the desired travel speed is reached.
NOTE! During normal operation of the machine the rotary
inching valve must be completely closed!
Hand gas setting (optional equipment)

The control button (arrow) is located on the left hand side beside
the operator's seat.
– Kick the drive pedal slightly down, press the control button
(arrow) and pull the throttle cable out until the desired engine
speed is reached.
– To shut down kick the drive pedal slightly down, press the
control button (arrow) und push the throttle cable completely in.
M201094A WARNING!
The machine can be stopped with the inching brake pedal,
independently from the setting of the rotary inching valve.
Other controls
34 Operators comfort
Operators comfort
Operator seat
The operator seat meets the criteria of EN ISO 7096:2000. This
means that the seat is specially designed to minimize the whole-
body vibrations the driver is subjected to during operation in the best
possible way. The magnitude of the vibrations depends on different
factors, many of which are not related to the construction of the
machine, such as ground conditions, speed and operating
techniques. The following should be noted:
Q Adapt the seat to the weight and height of the operator.
Q Maintain the ground in the working range of the machine in
good condition
Q Match the travel speed to the prevailing conditions.
A correctly adjusted operator seat enhances operator comfort and
safety. An incorrectly adjusted seat may lead physical defects. The
following adjustments should be made:
1 Inclination of backrest
2 Horizontal adjustment
3 3 Height adjustment
2 1 4 Adjustment of operator's weight (50–120 kg)
4
M200051B WARNING!
Do not adjust the driver’s seat while the machine is moving.
1 Inclination of backrest
3 Height adjustment
4 Adjustment of operator’s weight
Other controls
Operators comfort 35
Air suspended operator's seat with seat

heating (optional equipment)
The air suspended operator's seat meets highest demands
concerning suspension and damping properties of a driver's seat.
The optionally available integrated seat heating can be activated
separately and thermostatically regulates the temperature of seat
area and backrest between 20 °C and 38 °C.
The following adjustments should be made:
Pull the lever and position the seat. Let the lever click into
position again.
2 Adjustment of seat height and inclination
Pull the lever and adjust the seat position in height and
inclination.
3 Backrest adjustment
Pull the lever and move the backrest to the desired position.
4 Adjustment of driver's weight
Press the knob to adjust the oscillation system to the central
position in accordance with the driver's weight (no height
adjustment).
5 Lumbar support
Press the push button to inflate or deflate the bottom and top
2 6 4 5 1 3 M300115A
air chambers. This enables an optimal adaptation of the
backrest to the body.
6 Heating
1 Horisontal adjustment Switch the heating on (indicator lamp lights) or off by means of
2 Adjustment of seat height the switch.
3 Backrest adjustment
4 Adjustment of driver’s wight
5 Lumbar support
6 Heating WARNING!
Do not adjust the driver’s seat while the machine is moving.
WARNING!
The seat belt must be replaced immediately if it is damaged
or has been strained in an accident.
Seat belt
Option
Starting of the engine is only possible if the safety belt is
correctly put on (see instruction sign).
M300045A
Other controls
36 Operators comfort
Climate control system

11 Blower switch 3-steps
12 Temperature control
Heating operation
1 Turn the temperature regulator (12) to the desired
position.
2 Open the intake opening (A) for circulation air operation.
3 The air distribution is controlled by adjusting the air
discharge nozzles (B)
11 12 M200040B
The best warming effect in the cabin is achieved with the highest
blower step. Temperature control at highest stage and intake
opening for circulation air operation opened.
B
Fan operation
position.
A
2 Set the blower switch (11) to one of the three possible
steps.
3 Intake opening (A) for circulation air operation closed.
M200041A
The air distribution is controlled by adjusting the air discharge

nozzles (B).
The air intake for cabin heating and fresh air is equipped with a
dust filter located at the front trim outside the cabin.
NOTE! The filter maintenance intervals depend on the amount
of dust in the air and can therefore not be determined
precisely. The filter mat can be washed out if soiled.
1 Unscrew the covering hood (arrow).
2 Pull the filter out and wash it out or replace it.
M201075A
Other controls
Heater Engine-independent (optional eqiupment) 37
Heater Engine-independent (optional

eqiupment)
This Appendix contains instructions for the operation of
engine-independent heating for Diesel fuel.
NOTE! The heater unit is not permitted for operation using
bio-Diesel.
For additional information regarding safety instructions,
instrumentation and maintenance, refer to operating instructions
for the relevant engine.
The controls are located on the left, next to the driver's seat on the
cabin frame.
Controls
1 Time
2 Pre-selection
3 Heating ON / OFF
4 Back
5 Advance
6 Memory display
7 Weekday or pre-selected day
8 Current time or pre-selected time
9 Temperature display
10 Operating indicator
Temperature pre-selection - control range 10 to 30 °C
(50 - 86 °F)
Heating operation without pre-selection with

ignition “OFF”
Switching on the heating
– push button (3), control light comes on.
– turn the rotary control (11) to pre-select the desired
temperature.
The operation indicator (10) and the heating duration indicator will
be shown in the display.
NOTE! The heating duration is preset to 120 minutes at the
works. It can however be changed one-off or permanently as
desired.
Switching off the heating

– push button (3), control light goes out.
NOTE! For cooling purposes, the fan on the heating unit will
run on for approx. 4 minutes after switching off.
Other controls
38 Heater Engine-independent (optional eqiupment)
Heating operation without pre-selection with

ignition “ON”
Switching on the heating
– push button (3), control light comes on.
– turn the rotary control (11) to pre-select the desired
temperature.
The operation indicator (10) and time and weekday will be shown
in the display.
The heater will remain in operation as long as the ignition is
switched on.
If the ignition is switched off, there will still be 15 minutes of time
remaining. This can be extended up to a maximum of 120 minutes
by pressing button (5) or reduced to a minimum of 1 minute by
pressing button (4).
Switching off the heating

– push button (3), control light goes out.
NOTE! For cooling purposes, the fan on the heating unit will
run on for approx. 4 minutes after switching off.
Regulation during heater operation

During operation of the heater the space temperature / the
temperature of the heated air drawn in is constantly measured. If
the temperature is higher than that pre-selected on the controller,
the regulator will cut in, meaning that the heat flow delivered by the
heater needs adjusting to the level required. The fan speed will
then depend on the regulator setting. If even at the lowest
regulator setting the set temperature is still exceeded, then the
heater unit will revert to regulator setting "OFF" with the fan
running on for approx. 4 minutes to provide cooling. After that the
fan will run at minimum speed until restarting.
Setting the duration of heating

Changing the heating duration one-off
Q switch on the heating
Q to shorten heating duration (to a minimum of 1 minute) push
button (4).
Q to extend heating duration (to a maximum of 120 minutes) push
button (5).
Changing the heating duration permanently

Q heating switched off.
Q push button (4) and hold pressed (approx. 3 seconds) until the
indication appears and flashes. Briefly release the button, then
use button (4) or (5) to set the heating duration (from 1 to
120 minutes).
Q when the indicator goes out then the new heating duration is
saved in the memory.
Other controls
Heater Engine-independent (optional eqiupment) 39
Setting the time and weekday

Setting the time and weekday for the first time
Q briefly push button (1), the time indication will flash 12:00
Q use button (4) or (5) to set the current time. As soon as the
entry no longer flashes, it is saved in the memory.
Q then the weekday will flash. Use button (4) or (5) to set the
current weekday. As soon as the entry no longer flashes, it is
NOTE! With the ignition switched on the time and weekday
are permanently displayed. With the ignition switched off the
display disappears after approx. 10 seconds.
Adjusting the time and weekday

Q hold button (1) pressed until the time flashes.
Q use button (4) or (5) to set the current time. As soon as the
entry no longer flashes, it is saved in the memory.
Q then the weekday will flash. Use button (4) or (5) to set the
current weekday. As soon as the entry no longer flashes, it is
Pre-selecting start of heating

Three start-times can be pre-selected within 24 hours or up to 7
days in advance.
NOTE! Only one start-time can be activated at any one time.
Selecting and activating the memory

Q select the first memory - press button (2) once
memory display: 1 (basis setting 12 00)
Q select second memory - press button (2) twice
Q select third memory - press button (2) three times
Setting pre-select time - heating start within 24 hours

Q the pre-selected day appears automatically - no setting
necessary.
Q press button (2) repeatedly until the desired memory display
(1, 2, 3) appears and flashes.
Q briefly press and then release button (4) or (5). The pre-
selected time is displayed and flashes.
Q use button (4) or (5) to set the pre-selected time for heating
start.
NOTE! Setting is only possible while the pre-selection is
flashing. To reselect: press button (2) again.
Other controls
40 Heater Engine-independent (optional eqiupment)
Heating start later than 24 hours max. 7 days in advance

Setting pre-select time
Q press button (2) repeatedly until the desired memory display
(1, 2, 3) appears and flashes.
Q briefly press and release button (4) or (5). The pre-selected
time is displayed and flashes.
Q use button (4) or (5) to set the pre-selected time for heating
start.
Q approx. 5 seconds after setting the pre-select time the pre-
select day will flash.
Q use button (4) or (5) to set the pre-select day for heating start.
NOTE! The pre-select time and day are saved as soon as the
time display goes out or switches over to displaying the
current time.
The memory display shows the activated memory and
additionally button (3) will flash.
Neutral setting - no memory activated

Q press button (2) repeatedly until the memory display goes out.
Checking the activated memory

Q the pre-select time for the memory displayed is shown for
approx. 5 seconds. Then it will go out or the time will be
displayed (with ignition switched on).
Q the display of the pre-select time and pre-select day can then
be called up by pressing button (2) for approx. 5 seconds.
After power failure the display will show all signals flashing.
Complete resetting is then necessary.
Other controls
Air conditioning 41
Air conditioning
8 Air conditioning (optional equipment)
8 Switch for air conditioning ON/OFF

11 Blower switch 3-steps
12 Temperature control
Operation of the system

1 Start the engine and switch the air conditioning system on
with switch (8).
11 12 M200040C
position, blue = strongest cooling, red = warm. This
adjustment is also possible when the air conditioning
system is working.
3 Set the blower switch (11) to one of the three possible
steps, depending on the ambient temperature.
4 Open the windows for 2...3 min. to allow the trapped heat
to escape from the cabin.
Q The highest cooling effect is achieved when keeping windows
and doors of the wheel loader closed.
Q Switch the air conditioning system on one or two times per
month (also during winter), so that the compressor rotates
several times for self lubrication. Drying out could cause leaks.
8 Rear view mirror heating

Before starting work adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors
to provide optimal vision for the driver.
The outside rear view mirror heating can only be activated when
the ignition is switched on.
– Operation of switch (8) switches the rear view mirror heating
on/off.
MA00047A
Other controls
42 Air conditioning
Operating instructions
43
This chapter contains rules which must be followed in order to
operate the machine safely. However, these rules are to be fol-
lowed in conjunction with law or other national regulations applica-
ble to road safety and labour welfare.
Alertness, judgement and respect for applicable safety regulations
are conditions for avoiding risk of accidents.
Running-in instructions
During the first 100 hours, the machine should be operated great-
est care. During the running-in period it is important to check oil
and fluid levels frequently.
During the first week all wheel nuts must be tightened every day,
after this every 50 operating hours (tightening torque 290 Nm)
(184.5 ft lb). After a wheel change the wheel nuts must also be
tightened every day during the first week.
First maintenance after 500 operating hours:

This applies also for service-exchange and new components.
For further maintenance intervals refer to the lubrication and main-
tenance plan.
– Oil change in front/rear axle with splitter gear.
Toothed belt - engine timing

Change interval for toothed belt - engine timing every 5000 oper-
ating hours. However, the toothed belt must be replaced by an
authorised workshop at least every 5 years.
44 Safety rules when operating
Safety rules when operating

Operator Obligations
Q Before starting to drive read the operating instructions and
become thoroughly acquainted with them.
Q The operator should know and take into consideration any
WARNING! requirements and risks at his or her workplace and discuss
these with the management.
The operator of, and the management Q To study the rules and the recommendations on the next few
for a construction machine are pages and to be aware of the basic conditions for how to avoid
responsible for the working area of the personal injuries and damage to property.
machine and must turn away any
person who is not authorised to be Q Never allow untrained or unqualified person to operate the
there when the machine is operating. machine.
The operator must keep a good Q For driving on public roads the driver must be in possession of
lookout forward, rearward and to both the necessary driving licence.
sides to avoid the risk of running into
Q The operator may not drive the machine if he or she is under
persons or objects.
the influence of alcohol, medication or other drugs.
Q The machine operator is responsible for the load of the
machine both when travelling on public roads as well as when
working on site.
Q During operation there should not be a risk of the load falling
X off.
Q Refuse to take a load which is an obvious safety risk.
Q Respect the stated load for the machine. Pay attention to the
effect of different distances and to the centre of gravity of the
attachments.
Q Do not allow anyone to remain in the working range of the
machine.
Q Prevent persons from standing under lifted loads unless the
load is safely supported.
Q Prevent persons from entering or remaining in the danger zone,
i.e. within a distance of at least 7 m (23 ft) around the operating
machine. The operator may allow a person to remain in the risk
zone only when the person is visible.
1010110
The risk zone is the area around the machine and Accidents
at least 7 m (23 ft) beyond the maximum reach of
Q Accidents and also incidents should be reported to the site
the attachments
management immediately.
Q If possible leave the machine in position.
Q Only take necessary action so as to reduce the effect of dam-
age, especially personal injuries.
Q Avoid action which may make an investigation more difficult.
Safety rules when operating 45
Operator’s safety
Q The machine must be in functional condition. Faults that may
lead to accidents must be rectified.
Q Wear suitable protective clothing in order to safely operate the
machine.
Q A mobile telefone must not be used if it could interfere with the
functions of the electronic system. The mobile phone must be
connected to the electrical system of the machine. Apart from
that an aerial must be mounted to the outside of the machine
as specified by the manufacturer.
Q Always sit in the operator seat when starting the engine.
Q Keep your hands away from areas where there is a risk of
crushing.
1005095
Q Always wear your seat belt.
Q Always climb onto or off the machine with your face towards the
machine and use access steps and grips, always have both
hands and one foot or both feet and one hand on the machine.
Do not jump off!
Q Check that any attachment is properly attached and locked.
Q The vibrations which occur when operating may be harmful to
the operator. Reduce these by:
– Correct adjustment of the operator’s seat and the seat
belt.
– Survey the terrain conditions for potholes and inclines
(if required fill or avoid).
– Adapt travel and engine speed.
Q The cabin serves as protection for the operator and meets the
requirements for the ROPS and FOPS testing standard. There-
fore, hold firmly onto the machine if the machine should roll
over. Do not jump off!
1002964
WARNING!
It is not permitted to sit or stand in an inadequate place on
the machine, i.e. on the attachment (bucket, fork, platform
etc.), thereby impairing the possibilities of the driver to
operate the machine in a safe way.
46 Safety rules when operating
Operating on public roads

As a machine operator you are considered to be a road user and
therefore obliged to know and follow local regulations and the
national highway code.
Please bear in mind that the machine, compared to other vehicles,
is a slow moving and particularly wide vehicle, which may cause
obstructions in traffic. Be especially aware of traffic behind you and
try to facilitate overtaking.
The use of a SMV-plate (Slow Moving Vehicle plate) is recom-
mended. It should be fastened in a clearly visible place on the rear
of the machine, not on the inside of the rear window or any other
window. It should be positioned at a height of 0.6–1.8 m (2–6 ft)
above the ground, measured from the lower edge of the plate.
Q Road signs, road closures and other safety measures, which
L66358A depend on speed, traffic volume and other local prerequisites,
must be used.
Q A rotating warning light (flashing beacon) may be used:
– on machines which are employed in road maintenance, for
example clearing of snow.
– if the machine is a danger or an obstruction for other road
users.
Travelling on public roads

Q For operation on public roads the loader must obviously be safe
for operation in public traffic.
Q Empty the bucket completely, no objects must be transported in
the bucket.
Q Cover the the front edge of the bucket with a protection and tilt
it back against the stop.
Q Raise the lifting frame to a height of approx. 200 mm (7 ft)
(ground clearance).
Q Block the control levers for the working hydraulics against unin-
tended actuation.
NOTE! The towing hitch at the rear end of the machine must
not be used to tow a trailer.
M200004A
Measures before driving 47
Measures before driving

1 Before taking the machine into operation you should become
acquainted with the location and function of all gauges and
control elements. You should therefore thoroughly read these
operating instructions. Your safety is concerned!
2 Before starting the engine walk around the machine and check
for any leaks and damaged or loose parts which can cause
damage.
3 Perform the daily maintenance according to the lubrication and
maintenance plan. Apart from that check or perform the
following points.
– Fuel tank filling level
– Engine oil level
– Hydraulic oil level
– Filling level of windscreen washing system
4 Clean warning and information decals, hand grips and access
steps.
5 Check that the battery disconnect switch is switched on.
After operation
– The fuel tank should be filled at the end of each work day. This
prevents the formation of condensation water, as far as
possible.
– The fuel tank should never be "run dry". Fill in only clean fuel.
48 Starting engine
Starting engine
0000 00 h
5 7 12
M201076A
1 Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch and turn it to
position I. Control lights (5) for charging of battery and (7)
for engine oil pressure must light up.
2 Enter the 4-digit code, if code lock is installed. Press the
#--button to confirm the code. For instructions on how to
modify a code, see page 25.
3 When the engine is cold the control light (12) "preheating"
will light up.
4 Kick the drive pedal down to 1/4 load.
5 Once the control light (12) "preheating" has gone out turn
the ignition key to position II and "start". As soon as the
engine starts to run by itself release the ignition key
(returns to position I). Do not start for longer than 25
seconds without interruption.
6 If the engine does not start turn the ignition key back to
position "0" and repeat the starting procedure. Once the
engine is running the above mentioned control lights
must go out.
NOTE! Avoid excessive loading of the machine
immediately after starting. Observe the warm-up
instructions.
Warming up, hydraulic system

After a longer period of standstill and particularly at temper-
atures around or below freezing the machine must be
warmed up by running the engine at medium speed.
Run the machine warm by driving it in gear "1" (turtle) for
about 5–10 minutes with approx. 1/2 engine speed. If possi-
ble the bucket or lifting frame should be moved several times
by actuating the control levers for the working hydraulics.
Gear shifting 49
Gear shifting
A A Roll switch forward = "Forward travel", the control light lights
1 up.
B Roll switch backward = "Backward travel" the control light lights
D up.
C C Travel speed ranges 1 and 2 are selected when actuating the
button. The control light lights up.
B
D Actuating this button switches from "Forward travel or
Backward travel" to "Neutral position", the machine comes to a
halt.
– Once the engine is running and the control lights for engine oil
pressure and battery charge condition have gone out select the
desired travel range by actuating button (C).
M200043A – Gear "2" (rabbit) should generally be chosen.
1 Multifunctional lever – If max. travel speed is not desired (pushing, levelling work) and
A Forward travel when driving down a gradient choose position "1" (turtle).
B Revers travel – Switching from one travel range to the other may be done
C Travel speed range under full load.
D Neutral position – The travel direction may also be selected "under load", i.e.
the machine does not need to be stopped.
– It should, however, be avoided, to change from the selected
travel direction to neutral or to change the travel direction at
higher speeds, because the deceleration effect is very high.
– Once the correct travel range has been activated operate the
roll switch to the desired travel direction (forward (A) or reverse
(B)).
– Make sure that no persons are within the danger zone of the
machine and give a short signal with the warning horn (always
before setting off, especially in reverse).
– Kick the drive pedal slightly down and release the hand brake
at the same time.
– Depending on the inclination and condition of the drive area the
drive pedal may have to be kicked down more or less to start
driving.
– With the drive pedal fully kicked down the machine reaches its
highest speed in the chosen travel range.
WARNING!
Never leave the machine with a gear pre-selected, the roll
switch is in forward or backward position and the engine
running – the machine may start to move.
50 Stopping
Stopping
Taking your foot off drive pedal (9) does not only reduce the travel
speed, but also brakes the wheel machine. When driving downhill,
the desired travel speed can be adjusted with the drive pedal and
the inching brake pedal (10). On slopes you should therefore take
the drive pedal (9) fully back and kick down the inching brake pedal
(10), the machine will then come to a halt.
10 1 Reduce the engine speed: Take your foot off the drive pedal (9).
2 As soon as the machine has come to a halt apply the hand
brake by pulling the hand brake lever up.
9
M200058B
3 Do not shut the engine down all of a sudden from full load, but
let it idle for a short while for temperature equalization.
4 To shut the engine down turn the key in the ignition switch to
position "0"!
5 All control lights go out.
Pull the ignition key out of the ignition switch when it is in
1 position "0".
10
NOTE! Once tne engine is shut down (ignition switch in
position "0") the machine is automatically switched to neutral
2 position and to gear "2" (rabbit).
WARNING!
M200089B
Always climb onto or off the machine with your face
towards the machine and use access steps and grips,
1 Inching always have both hands and one foot or both feet and one
2 Brakes hand on the machine. Do not jump!
Parking 51
Parking
1 If possible park the machine on a solid, level base and lower the
working attachment to the ground.
2 Apply the hand brake by pulling the hand brake lever up.
3 Check whether all switches and control elements are switched
off or out of function.
4 Pull the ignition key out of the ignition switch when it is in
position "0".
5 Interrupt the electric current with the battery disconnecting
switch.
6 Close or lock all covers, windows and doors.
WARNING!
Do not park the machine on slopes and inclinations without
applying the hand brake and securing the wheels with
suitable chocks.
Long-term parking
1 Apply the measures as described above.
2 Wash the machine and touch up the damaged paint finish to
avoid rusting.
3 Treat unprotected parts with a anti-corrosion agent. Lubricate
the machine thoroughly and grease bright surfaces (lifting/
tipping cylinders etc.).
4 Check the tyre pressure and protect the tyres against strong
sunlight.
5 Fill fuel tank and hydraulic oil tank to the max. marks.
6 Cover the exhaust pipe (for long-term outdoor parking).
7 Make sure that the cooling system is adequately filled with anti-
freeze agent (for the cold season).
Check after long-term parking

Q All oil and fluid levels
Q V-belt tension
Q Air filter
Q Tyre pressure
52 Recovering/Towing
Recovering/Towing
2 1 Preselect (forward/backward travel) "neutral position".
2 For towing loosen nuts (1) on the high pressure relief valves A
1 and B and turn in screws (2) in until they are flush with the nut
(1).
A 3 Retighten the nut (1).
4 Towing should be limited to a speed of max. 2 km/h (1.25 mph)
and a towing distance of 1 km (0.625 mile).
5 After towing loosen the nuts (1) on the high pressure relief
valves A and B and back the screws (2) out to the stop.
6 Retighten the nut (1).
7 The original setting of the high pressure relief valves is thereby
reestablished.
B M200006A
1 Nut
For longer distances the machine must be transported with a
2 Screw transport vehicle (trailer).
A,B High pressure relief
WARNING!
The towing hitch at the rear end of the machine must not be
used to tow a trailer.
NOTE! For recovery work the towing hitch may be loaded up

to max. 3500 daN (25813 lbf ft).
Transporting machine 53
Transporting machine
transporting measurements
When transporting the machine with a low loader or by railway the
articulated joint must be locked with the "articulation lock".
M200005A
Apart from that the machine must be lashed to the loading platform
of the transport vehicle to secure it against turning over or rolling
2 off. Block the wheels with wheel chocks.
1
Caution sign - Lashing

M300012A
1 Fastening eyes on front frame

2 Fastening eyes on rear frame
M200007A
(towing hitch)
Lifting machine
To lift the machine use the specified lifting points and make sure
3,3m the articulated joint is locked. The locations of the lifting points can
1,5m be seen in the illustration.
3,6m
Caution sign - Loading or unloading/Lifting
1
2 M300011A
1 Lifting/fastening eyes on the front frame

2 Lifting eyes on rear frame
M200008A
54 Transporting machine
Operating techniques
55
The following pages contain advice and instructions how to oper-
ate the machine as well as examples of how the most common
attachments are used. It is important that the correct technique is
used to obtain safe and efficient use of the machine.
Normal engine speed when working is 1500-1800 rpm maximum,
however, operate at a lower speed until operating skill develops.
Work at a lower speed when working around underground cables
and pipes, and particularly, if other personnel are in the vicinity.
This machine is equipped with a load-sensing hydraulic system,
which means that the hydraulic oil is delivered to the hydraulic
functions in proportion to the deflection of the control levers. If the
levers are in neutral position, no oil will be delivered from the
pump.
To optimise the system and to operate the machine with lower fuel
consumption, use a low engine speed for most kinds of operation.
The machine has sufficient power to be fully operational at
low engine speeds. This will result in lower fuel consumption,
reduced engine noise and improved operator comfort.
56 Whole-body vibrations
Whole-body vibrations
Whole-body vibration emissions on construction machinery are af-
fected by a number of factors, such as the working mode, ground
conditions, speed, etc.
To a large extent the operator can influence the actual vibration

levels, because the operator controls the speed of the machine, its
working mode, the travel path, etc.
Therefore, the result can be a range of different vibration levels for

the same type of machine.
Guidelines for reducing vibration levels on

earthmoving machines
Q Use the proper type and size of machine, with optional equip-
ment and attachments for the application.
Q Keep the terrain and haul roads in good condition.
– Remove any large rocks or obstacles.
– Fill any ditches and holes.
– Provide equipment and schedule time to maintain terrain
conditions.
Q Adjust the machine speed and travel path to minimize the vibra-
tion level.
– Drive around obstacles and rough terrain conditions.
– Reduce the speed when it is necessary to go over rough
terrain.
Q Maintain machines according to the manufacturer's recommen-
dations.
– Tire pressures.
– Brake and steering systems.
– Controls, hydraulic system and linkages.
Q Keep the seat maintained and adjusted.
– Adjust the seat and suspension for the weight and size of
the operator.
– Inspect and maintain the seat suspension and adjustment
mechanisms.
– Use the seat belt and adjust it correctly.
Q Steer, brake, accelerate, shift gears, and move the attachments
smoothly.
Q Minimize vibrations for long work cycle or long distance travel-
ling.
– Use suspension systems if available.
– If no suspension system is available, reduce speed to pre-
vent bouncing.
– Transport machines when there are long distances be-
tween worksites.
Whole-body vibrations 57
Back pain associated with whole-body vibrations may be caused

by other risk factors.
The following guidelines can be effective to minimize risks of back

pains:
– Adjust the seat and controls to achieve good posture.
– Adjust the mirrors to minimize twisted posture.
– Provide breaks to reduce long periods of sitting.
– Avoid jumping down from the cab or access system.
– Minimize repeated handling and lifting of loads.
– Maintain reasonable weight and physical condition.
58 Working within dangerous areas
Working within dangerous areas

Q Observe great care at marked danger areas.
Q Do not operate too close to the edge of a quay, ramp, etc.
Q Move slowly when working in confined spaces and check that
there is sufficient room for machine and load.
Q When working under ground, special equipment, for example
certified engine is required within the EU and in EES countries.
Talk to your dealer.
Q When working in low light conditions, for example buildings and
tunnels, use head light.
Q Do not operate the machine when visibility is poor such as a
heavy fog, snow or rain.
Q When working in an area which is contaminated or dangerous
to one’s health, the machine must be especially equipped for
this purpose. Talk to your dealer. Check also local regulations
before entering the area.
High voltage overhead power line
Min. distance to
Voltage WARNING!
power line
Make sure that the machine does not come into contact
0–1 KV 2 m (7 ft) with power lines while the power is switched on. Injuries
1–55 KV 4 m (13 ft) will arise if part of your body should come into contact with
a machine which is conducting electrical power.
55–500 KV 6 m (20 ft)
High voltage is lethal and the current sufficiently strong to destroy
both machine and attachments. Your life is in danger if you come
into contact with or close to high voltage power lines. Always con-
tact the power company responsible before beginning any work
near high voltage power lines. Go through the special instructions
issued by the power company for work/presence near the power
lines.
Regard all power lines as if they were live even if they are sup-
posed to be without current. Working when the machine or its load
at any time is closer than the minimum safety distance to a power
line, is taking a very serious risk.
Q Remember that the voltage of the power line determines the
safety distance. Electrical flash-over may occur and damage
machine and operator at fairly great distances from the power
line.
Q Find out what action to take if a person has been exposed to an
electric shock.
IMPORTANT! Also when transporting the machine, take over-
head power lines into consideration.
IMPORTANT! There can be a visual distortion through roof
window. Real distance should be reconsidered.
Working within dangerous areas 59
Overhead railway power lines
WARNING!
Bear in mind that the power line over the adjacent track
may be live.
Loading and unloading is only permissible between the boundary

signs. The signs may be mounted directly on the power line or on
special posts.
Q Contact authorised railway personnel to obtain permission to
load or unload.
Q After any breaks in the work, always contact the railway person-
nel again.
Underground cables and pipes

Make sure that authorities or companies responsible for cables
and pipes have been contacted and that their instructions are fol-
lowed. Also check which rules apply to ground personnel regard-
ing exposing cables and pipes. Normally only the service
companies' own personnel may expose and arrange provisional
suspension of cables.
Make use of a signal man when you cannot see the actual point
where you are working or when the position of the pipe or cable is
critical, see page 84. The position of the pipe or cable may deviate
from the drawing or distances may be incorrectly determined. Re-
gard all electrical cables as live.
Working where there is risk of landslip

Always check ground conditions before beginning to work. If the
ground is soft, great care must be taken when positioning the ma-
chine. Thawing of frozen ground, rain, traffic, piling and blasting
are factors which increase the of landslip.The risk also increases
on sloping ground. If it is not possible to dig with suffiently slanting
trench sides, the must be shored up.
Q Do not place excavated material too close to the edge as its
weight may cause a landslip. Loose clay should be placed at
least 5 m (16 ft) away from the edge.
Q Do not dig under the machine.
Q Do not operate too close to the edge of a steep slope or road
bank. Take care when working in a place where the machine
may tip.
Q Dig with the excavator unit over the rear axle, with the stabiliser
legs / stabiliser blade down. In this way the greatest stability is
obtained and the machine will be easy to drive away.
Q Take care when working on river banks or in other similar plac-
es where the ground is soft. There is a risk that the machine,
because of its own weight and own vibrations, may sink and
this could lead to accidents.
Q Keep in mind that the ground conditions may have changed af-
ter heavy rain. Therefore, be careful when restarting work. This
is particularly important when working near the edge of ditches,
road verges or similar, as the ground may easily give way after
it has been raining.
Working on slopes
IMPORTANT! In order not to jeopardize the lubrication of the
engine, it must not be inclined more than 35 degrees in either
direction. However, note that the machine can perhaps not
manage to work at this angle. It may cause the machine to
become unstable or unbalanced, depending on the load.
Q Be careful when opening or closing the doors on a slope, oper-
ational force may be changed rapidly. Make sure to keep the
doors closed.
Q Do not descend backward on a slope.
Q Operate the travel function slowly when approaching or de-
scending a slope.
Q Do not change direction or travel a cross on a slope. Change
direction on level ground, if necessary first come down to level
ground and make a detour.
Q If the machine slides, immediately lower the bucket to the
ground. The machine can turn over due to unbalance. Espe-
cially, do not swing with loaded bucket. In unavoidable case,
pile up earth on the slope, and then make the machine level
and stable.
Q While travelling on a slope, keep the angle between boom and
arm at 90–110 °, raise the bucket 20–30 cm from the ground.
Q If the engine shuts down on a slope, lower the attachment to the
ground. Do not operate the swing function since the upper
structure may be swung under its own weight and cause tipping
or side slipping.
Working in water and on boggy ground

When wading with the machine across a water course, use the
bucket as a "feeler" if the water is muddy. The water course may
have hidden obstacles under the surface or the depth may change
suddenly, endangering the operator and the machine. While wad-
ing, stop the machine now and then and swing the bucket side-
ways just above the buttom. This operation reveals stones or other
obstacles. Prod the bottom with the bucket to measure the depth
in order to discover any dangerous hollows.
Q After working in water, the lubrication points on the undercar-
riage, which have been under water, must be lubricated, so that
the water is driven out. Check also that no water has entered
L68916A the travel gearbox and axles.
IMPORTANT! Do not exceed the maximum permissible water
depth. The water must not reach higher than the middle of
the wheel.
Q Heavy timber mats can be used to support the machine when
working on boggy ground. The mats should be kept as flat and
clean as possible.
Working within dangerous areas 61
Working in cold weather

IMPORTANT! In very low temperatures the hydraulic system
of the machine will response slowly. Therefore, take care
before the system has reached operating temperature, so
that accidents are avoided.
Read the advice for starting, see page 48.
The windows must be free from ice and snow before putting the
machine to work.
Q Watch out for ice on the machine causing slippery conditions.
Step only onto anti-slip surfaces.
Q Use an ice scraper on a long handle or a ladder when removing
ice from the windows.
WARNING!
Avoid contact between unprotected skin and very cold
metal objects, as the skin may freeze to the metal.
WARNING!
Disconnect the electrical engine heater before servicing the
machine. There may be risk of burns and electrical shock.
Demolition work
The machine is often used for demolition work. Be extremely care-
ful and study the work site thoroughly. Use fall protection over the
cab against falling objects.
Q Make sure that the material, on which the machine is standing,
cannot collapse or slide.
Q Operate the machine on firm level ground, if necessary prepare
the area with another machine first.
Q Do not work close to free-standing walls, which may fall over
the machine.
Q At all times be aware of where your workmates are. Do not work
if anyone is dangerously close to the demolition object.
Q Leave sufficient space in front of the machine for debris to fall
to the ground and not hit the cab.
Q Fence off the dangerous part of the work site.
Q Spray water over the demolition site to prevent harmful dust
from spreading.
Boots with steel reinforcements in the soles and toe caps, protec-
tive goggles and a hard hat are obvious protective items to be worn
on a demolition site.
If the machine is equipped with special demolition equipment, read
the supplied instruction booklet about the safety risks that might
occur and how the demolition equipment is used.
L64527A
Attachments 63
Attachments
Using the correct attachment for a particular job is a deciding factor
for the capacity of the machine.
The machine has either permanently mounted attachment or
attachment mounted in a attachment bracket which allows rapid
changes of attachment.
When selecting working attachments, observe the recommenda-
tions of the Volvo CE working attachment catalogue.
EU Machine Safety Directive is stated on the product plate of the
machine by the way of a CE marking. This marking therefore also
covers the attachment which are designed and marked by Volvo
CE, as they are an integrated part of the machine and adapted to
the machine.
We will only assume reliability for machines which are
operated with the attachments, equipment and spare parts
specified by us.
Attachments from other manufacturers must carry the CE symbol
and should generally come with a Declaration of Conformity and
an operating manual.
WARNING!
Never use any attachment, unless you have checked that it
is securely fastened and that the attachment including
hydraulic hoses, hose connections and other components
is free of damage. Your safety is concerned!
64 Attachment brackets
Attachment brackets
C Mechanical Attachment bracket
A Connecting
B
1 Drive the loader forward up to the working attachment.
2 Turn the cock valve on the attachment carrier to position (A).
D 3 Shift lever (1) to "Lifting", until the centring pins (C) of the
SW-carrier (see illustration below) have picked up the working
attachment.
M300049A
4 Actuate lever (2) "Tipping back", until the workinattachment lifts
A Cock valve in position "Open" off the ground.
B Cock valve in position "closed" 5 Shift lever (2) backwards until the locking pins (D) protrude
C Locating pin from the receiving bores of the working attachment for approx.
D Locking pin 10 mm / 4 in.
6 Shift lever (2) to middle position (neutral).
7 Shut the engine down.
8 Turn the cock valve on the attachment carrier to position (B).
WARNING!
1 Make sure the working attachment is properly locked and
secured by pressing the front edge against the ground so
that front of the machine is slightly lifted.
2
NOTE! Removal of attachment is performed in reverse order.
M200054A
M300051A
Attachment brackets 65
Hydraulic attachment bracket
Connecting
C 1 Drive the loader forward up to the working attachment.
2 Turn the cock valve on the attachment carrier to position (A).
A 3 Shift the lever (1) to "Lifting", until the centring pins (C) of the
B SW-carrier (see illustration below) have picked up the working
attachment.
4 Actuate lever (2) "Tipping back", until the working attachment
D lifts off the ground.
5 Shift lever (2) backwards until the locking pins (D) protrude
from the receiving bores of the working attachment for approx.
M300049A 10 mm (4 in).
6 Turn the cock valve on the attachment carrier to position (B).
IMPORTANT! To relieve the pressure of the hydraulic quick
coupling, shut the engine down and push lever (2) forwards
and backwards (approx. 10 sec. each).
1 Remove the dust caps from the quick couplings.
2 Connect the hydraulic quick couplings of the working
1 attachment with the quick couplings on the attachment carrier.
3 Start the engine.
2 NOTE! When using road sweeping equipment lock lever (2)
in rear position.
A Cock valve in position "Open"

B Cock valve in position "Closed"
C Locating pin
M200054A
D Locking pin
C WARNING!
Make sure the working attachment is properly locked and
WARNING!
M300051A If the working attachment does not stand firmly without any
additional supports, it must be secured before unlocking so
that nobody is endangered.
66 Attachment brackets
C Electric locking of attachment carrier type Z

A
B
1 This annex contains instructions on fitting and removing
attachments to electrically locked attachment carriers type Z.
E D
For additional information regarding safety instructions,
instrumentation and maintenance, refer to operating instructions
F for the relevant machine.
G
2
WARNING!
Never use any working attachment, unless you have
M200045B checked that it is securely fastened and that the attachment
A Lowering including hydraulic hoses, hose connections and other
B Floating position (with notch) components is free of damage. Your safety is concerned!
C Tipping back
D Tipping forward Assembly
E Lifting 1 Drive the machine forward up to the working attachment.
F Unlocking
2 Shift the lever (1) to "Lifting", until the centring pins (C) have
picked up the working attachment.
3 Move lever (1) to "Tipping back", until the working attachment
lifts off the ground.
4 Operate switch (8) and hold it.
C 5 Shift lever (2) backwards (Locking) until the locking pins (D)
protrude from the receiving bores of the working attachment by
approx. 10 mm.
6 Shift lever (2) to middle position (neutral) and release switch
(8).
WARNING!
D Make sure the working attachment is properly locked and
M300120A
C Centring pins
D Locking pin
M201088B
Attachment brackets 67
Disassembly
1 Park the machine on firm, level ground and set the working
attachment flat onto the ground.
NOTE! For working attachments with auxiliary hydraulics, to
relieve the pressure of the hydraulic quick coupling, shut the
engine down and push lever (2) forwards and backwards
(approx. 10 sec. each).
WARNING!
If the working attachment does not stand firmly without any
additional supports, it must be secured before unlocking so
that nobody is endangered.

3 Move the lever (2) forward (Unlocking) until the locking pins
(D) are fully retracted from the receiving bores in the working
attachment.
4 Shift lever (2) to the middle position (neutral) and release
switch (8).
5 Move lever (1) to "Tipping" and "Lowering" to detach the
working attachment.
6 Shift the lever (1) to the middle position (Neutral) and move the
machine backwards away from the working attachment.
68 Charging
Charging
Gear "2" (rabbit) should generally be chosen
If max. travel speed is not required
(pushing/levelling work) choose gear stage "1" (turtle).
Lever 1/lever 2
C A Working hydraulics
B
1 Neutral
A Lowering
E D B Floating position (with notch)
C 2
C Tipping back
D Tipping forward
D
E Lifting
For loading the blocking of the working hydraulics must be

"unlocked".
M200056A
To pick up solid, cohesive materials it is recommended to operate
the lever (1) alternately several times quickly from "tipping" to "tip-
ping back" when entering into the material. This eases entering of
the bucket into the material.
During the transport of the picked up material the bucket should
not be higher than 0.5 m (0.20 in) above the ground.
You should never drive longer distances with a high raised loaded
bucket.
When lever (1) is in "float position", the bucket rests on the ground
"without force" and can be used for example to level the tracks
when reversing.
WARNING!
For road travel and maintenance work the working
hydraulics must be blocked against unintended actuation.
M200047A
Differential lock 69
Differential lock
To improve the traction of the machine on soft and slippery ground
the differential lock, which works on all four wheels, can be
engaged by depressing and holding button (E).
When the differential lock is engaged control light (2) lights up.
E If only one wheel of an axle turns when setting off with the differ-
ential lock engaged, stop moving and operate the steering to
ensure engagement of the lock.
The differential lock may be disengaged while driving.
M200057A
WARNING!
When cornering on hard ground the differential lock must
be switched off.
NOTE! the differential lock must only be engaged when the

machine is standing.
M201069A
70 Boom Suspension System (BSS)
Boom Suspension System (BSS)

The boom suspension system (BSS) works only after reaching a
factory set travel speed and lifting height. Below this travel speed
and lifting height the lifting frame suspension is disabled.
8 1 Lower bucket or other attachment flat on the ground.

2 Switch (8) depressed = lifting frame suspension is activated.
3 With the switch actuated the activation of the lifting frame
suspension (after reaching the adjusted travel speed and lifting
frame lifting height) can be monitored by the control light in the
switch.
MA00040B WARNING!
Before starting maintenance or repair work park the
machine on level ground, rest the working equipment flat
on the ground and relieve the pressure in the hydraulic
system. Shut down the engine and actuate the lever for
working hydraulics several times from neutral to positions
"Up - Down - Tipping back - Tipping".
NOTE! The lifting frame suspension must not be activated

while travelling. For precise work with working attachments
the lifting frame suspension must be disabled.
Buckets 71
Buckets
Clamshell (optional equipment)
A B The clamshell is a multi-purpose bucket. It is most suitable for all
different types of earth moving operations as well as for levelling,
scraping and gripping.
A Charging
B Scraping
C Levelling
D Gripping
C D – Installation of clam bucket, "Installation and removal of quick

change attachment equipment with auxiliary hydraulics".
– The locking cylinder is operated with the lever (2).
NOTE! When levelling in reverse, the front bucket flap must

only be partly opened, so that any obstructions, such as
rocks or tree trunks do not damage or distort the front flap.
M300098A
The travel speed must be matched to the condition of the
road.
Q Material which is trapped between locking cylinder and rear

1 clam must be immediately removed, as otherwise the piston
rod of the cylinder may be damaged or bent.
2 Q Check hydraulic lines at regular intervals for leaks and visible
external damage, replace if necessary.
Q Grease the bearings for the clam bucket and the locking
cylinders every 50 operating hours. For quality of grease refer
to the lubricant table.
Q Always relieve the pressure in the hydraulic system before
starting maintenance or repair work.
M200054A Q Work in hydraulic systems must only be performed by
authorized personnel.
72 Buckets
High tipping bucket (optional equipment)

The high tipping bucket is a combination of carrier and bucket.
During tipping the carrier acts like an extension of the lifting frame,
thereby providing a high tipping height. During loading and trans-
port the bucket is tipped back between the carrier and the bucket
body is almost in the same position as a normal bucket, so that
there are almost no disadvantages with respect to ripping power,
lifting force and tipping load.
– Installation of clam bucket, see "Installation and removal of

quick change attachment equipment with auxiliary hydraulics".
M300099A
– The bucket cylinder is activated in the 'tilt function' by means of
the lever (2).
– For loading, transporting and lifting tip the bucket back against
the stop on the carrier.
1
– Empty the bucket only when the desired lifting height is
reached.
2 NOTE! Avoid tipping of the high tipping bucket with the
standard tipping function, or if necessary tip only with low
tipping speed, so that the bucket remains fully tipped back on
the carrier.
– Avoid tipping and tipping back of the high tipping bucket with full
power against the end stops to prevent bucket and cylinders
from being damaged.
M200054A
Q Clean the carrier arms regularly from dirt deposits.

Q Check hydraulic lines at regular intervals for leaks and visible
Q Check the rubber buffers on the tipping back stops at regular
intervals, replace if necessary.
Q Lubricate the bucket support and cylinder bearings every 50
operating hours. For quality of grease refer to the lubricant
table.
Q Work in hydraulic systems must only be performed by
Buckets 73
Side tipping bucket (optional equipment)

The side tip bucket is suited to all possible earth movements such
as the filling up of service trenches, without major turning manoeu-
vres.
– Attach the side tip bucket. See "Attaching and removing

rapid-change attachment with auxiliary hydraulics".
– The bucket cylinder is activated in the 'tilt function' by means of
the lever (2).
– For loading, transporting or lifting the load higher, the bucket
must be tipped over until it is stopped by the support.
– When the end position is almost reached the bucket must be
emptied or inverted carefully (so not at full power), to prevent
the bucket and the cylinder from being damaged.
NOTE! Wet or very dense material may affect the stability of
the machine when the tip bucket is emptied. Therefore, no
unnecessary turning movements should be performed when
the lift arms are up and the bucket cylinder is fully extended.
M300102A
WARNING!
The bucket must be properly locked and secured on the
support during transport manoeuvres over a long distance
or when driving on public roads for a long period.

Q Lubricate the bucket support and cylinder bearings every
50 operating hours. For quality of grease refer to the table of
fuels and lubricants.
Scrap bucket (optional equipment)

The scrap bucket is most suitable for the loading of light metal
scrap, for example aluminium scrap, tinplate and similar bulky
material.
M300100A
74 Buckets
Clamshell bucket (optional equipment)

The clamshell bucket is most suitable for loading bulky material,
for example biological waste, tree branches, bulky refuse as well
as for manoeuvring the shredder machine.
– Installation of clamshell bucket, see "Installation and removal of

quick change attachment equipment with auxiliary hydraulics".
– The clamshells are actuated with the lever (2).
– When entering into the material keep the clamshells fully open,
as otherwise the resulting very high pressure may cause leaks
on hoses and seals.
M300101A
– Do not operate the clamshells with full power against the end
stop. Due to the high opening/closing speed the cylinders may
be damaged.
NOTE! To manoeuvre the shredder machine with the ball joint
1 tip the clamshell bucket completely back and close the grab.
2 Q Material which is trapped between cylinder and bucket must be

immediately removed, as otherwise the piston rod of the
cylinder may be damaged or bent.
Q Grease the bearings on claws and cylinders every
50 operating hours. For quality of grease refer to the lubricant
M200054A
table.
Loading fork (fork lift attachment) 75
Loading fork (fork lift attachment)

Only loading fork attachments approved by Volvo CE may be
used.
With attached loading fork the machine must not be used in
public traffic.
NOTE! Payload acc. to CEN standard EN 474-3 (see technical
data "Working Values").
Q Fork lift attachments must be checked for wear at regular
intervals, particularly at the "heel" of the fork arm.
Q The loading fork must not be used any longer if:
– the fork tine has worn down to 90% of its original
B thickness.
– the angle between vertical and horizontal shank has
become bigger than 93°.
A (90o) – the fastening elements are worn or show cracks.
Q Cracks in material or points of wear must not be repaired by
C welding.
L66614A
Checking the fork tines
A Angle
B Fastening elements
C Thickness
Working with forklift attachment

Q In principle the driver is responsible for ensuring that the lifted
load does not exceed the permitted machine and fork lift
attachment loads.
Q Always pick up the load as close to the vertical shank of the fork
as possible.
Q When lifting the load keep the inclination of the fork lift
attachment as low as possible.
Q When driving with a load, the load must not be carried at a
higher level than required, so that good observation and
stability are always ensured.
The speed must be adjusted to the condition of the driving ground.
Universal fork with hydraulic gripper

The universal fork is most suitable for the loading and transport of
for example biological waste, tree branches, hay, manure and sim-
ilar bulky materials.
– Installation of scrap bucket / universal fork, see "Installation and

removal of quick change attachment equipment with auxiliary
hydraulics".
M300103A – The clamshells are actuated with the lever (2).
– When entering into the material keep the gripper fully open, as
otherwise the resulting very high pressure may cause leaks on
hoses and seals.
– Do not operate the gripper with full power against the end stop.
Due to the high opening/closing speed the cylinders may be
damaged.
76 Loading fork (fork lift attachment)
Q Material which is trapped between cylinder and bucket must be

1 immediately removed, as otherwise the piston rod of the
cylinder may be damaged or bent.
2 external damage, replace if necessary.
Q Grease the bearings on gripper and cylinders every
50 operating hours. For quality of grease refer to the table of
fuels and lubricants.
M200054A Q Work in hydraulic systems must only be performed by
Road sweeping 77
Road sweeping
Q When using the machine on public roads check which local and
national regulations concerning the attachment of road
sweeping equipment must be complied with.
Q The road sweeping machine is most suitable for sweeping
paved surfaces, but not for hazardous substances and
health threatening dusts.
Q Connect the hydraulic hoses correctly so that the hoses are
free and not squashed when taking the road sweeper into
operation.
Q For road sweeping machines with water spraying device plug
the electric plug for the water pump into the socket on the front
frame.
Q During operation make sure that the height adjustable
supporting wheels are adjusted to such a height, that the
horizontally adjusted broom drum only just touches the ground.
The weight of the road sweeping machine must always rest on
the supporting wheels and not on the brushes. If the brushes
are adjusted too low the broom bristles will brake and the
steering rollers will vibrate.
Q All guards and safety devices must always be in place. During
work the resting supports must be in raised position.
Q The working speed should be 4-8 km/h 2.5 - 5 mph (select
speed range gear stage "1").
Q Grease all lubrication points on the road sweeping machine
after approx. 30 operating hours (for quality of grease refer to
the lubrication chart).
Q The condition of hydraulic oil lines must be examined at least
once every year, replace if necessary.
78 Attachment carrier
Attachment carrier
A Skid steer carrier type (optional equipment)
The skid steer attachment carrier is a hydraulically operated quick
change equipment carrier.
Locking lever
Lever in horizontal position (A) = "unlocked"
Lever in vertical position (B) = "locked"
M201086A
Picking up and locking the attachment
1 Drive the machine with unlocked attachment carrier towards
the attachment.
2 Operate lever (1) to "Lift" position, until the attachment carrier
has picked up the attachment with the top pick-up rail.
B 3 Actuate lever (1) to "Tipping back" position, until the working
attachment is lifted off the ground and rests fully against the
attachment carrier.
5 Shift lever (2) back, until the locking levers are vertical position
(B) "locked".
6 Shift lever (2) to middle position (neutral) and release switch
(8).
M201087A
NOTE! The locking bolts must protrude so far, that they reach
into the recesses of the attachment.
1
WARNING!
2
Make sure the working attachment is properly locked and

IMPORTANT! To relieve the pressure of the hydraulic quick
coupling, shut the engine down and push lever (2) forwards
M200054A
and backwards (approx. 10 sec. each).
8 The payload depends on the installed attachment and needs
to be examined and approved by Volvo CE.
M201088B
Special hydraulics 79
Special hydraulics
Additional pump (optional equipment)
Together with the main pump the auxiliary pump is used to supply
B C hydraulic consumers with a high oil requirement such as asphalt
milling machines, snow ploughs etc.
A Pressure line (max. 210 bar)( 97 l/min.)

(max. 3045 psi )(26 US gal/min)
B Return flow line
A C C Hydraulic circuit no. 3 (option)
M201089A
– Pressing switch (7) activates the system, function LED and

symbol light green. The max. oil flow is available in pressure
line (A) or at the hydraulic quick coupling.
7
– The return flow line (B) is directly connected with the hydraulic
oil tank.
– When the system is active and the operating lever for the main
hydraulic system/optional hydraulic system is activated, a
specific oil volume is dispensed to the driven equipment
dependent on the lever path.
NOTE! Ensure that all quick couplings for the hydraulic
system are properly connected.
M201090A external damage, replace if necessary.
80 Special hydraulics
Special hydraulics at front, electrically

switchable "Up/Down"
1 This function enables the operation of hydraulic quick change
attachment equipment such as clam bucket, grab bucket, tree
2 clamp etc. with only one lever (1), i.e. without having to change
over to lever (2). However, the function of lever (2) is still available,
to ensure an engagement position for road sweeper operation etc.
and to be able to relieve the hydraulic couplings when the engine
is shut down.
This function can only be activated when the engine is

M200054A running.
– Operate the push button (F) in lever (1) and hold it.
The special hydraulics function is enabled:
– "Locking/unlocking" the SW-equipment carrier (see Installation
and removal of quick change attachment equipment with
F auxiliary hydraulics).
– Attachment equipment "Open/Close".
– Release the push button (F) = standard function Up/Down/
Float position.
M200084A WARNING!
If the button (F) is released during the opening/
closingmovement, the system immediately changes to the
"Up/Down" function, i.e. the lifting frame may perform an
undesired stroke.

Special hydraulics 81
Hydraulic circuit no. 4 electrically

switchable (optional equipment)
This function enables the operation of two hydraulic quick change
attachment units with two independent hydraulic functions such as
road sweeping machine hydraulically slewable or clamp fork with
rotation drive.
2
Changing to the 4th hydraulic circuit is accomplished by actuating
and holding the push button (arrow) in lever (2).
– Release push button (arrow) = special hydraulics function
for example SW-equipment carrier "lock/unlock".
– To relieve the pressure in the quick hydraulic couplings of the
M200085A
4th hydraulic circuit, shut the engine down, turn the ignition
switch to position I (ignition) and move lever (2) with the push
button (arrow) actuated forward and back several times.
82 Safety hooks
Safety hooks
Safety hooks on bucket back
The safety hooks (arrow) on the back of the bucket allows for the
attachment of a rope or a chain to secure the load which is being
lifted, transported or lowered.
The permitted payload for:
L20B 1100 kg (2425 lb ft)
L25B 1200 kg (2646 lb ft)
M300106A
WARNING!
In principle the driver is responsible for ensuring that the
lifted load does not exceed the permitted machine and fork
lift attachment loads.
NOTE! If the machine has been equipped with boom

suspension system (BSS), this system must not be engaged
when a high degree of accuracy is required for loading or
unloading.
Working with loads

Make sure that the chain or rope used to secure the load is not fit-
ted in a perpendicular direction and that it cannot be damaged by
sharp edges. There must not be any people under the unsecured
bucket when attaching the chain or rope, or when lifting loads.
Q Use only suitable lifting tackle.
Q When driving with hanging load keep the load as low as
possible.
Q Operate machine and load hook with careful movements to
avoid pendulum movements of the load, if necessary stabilize
load with lashing ropes.
Q The speed must be adjusted to the condition of the driving
ground.
Lifting objects 83
Lifting objects
IMPORTANT! When using the machine for lifting, for example
the lifting of freely suspended loads, you must strictly
comply with the statutory and locally valid safety
regulations.
During lifting work the stability of the machine must be assured.
For safe performance of the work the driver himself must strictly
observe the respective conditions and prerequisites.
Q As far as this is possible, the machine should be standing on a
firm and level base.
Q On soft, uneven or sloping surfaces, if there is a risk of
collapsing, application of transverse loads or other dangers of
similar nature greatest care must be exercised.
Q If the machine is standing on a sloping surface the centre of
gravity is displaced and during lifting a position may be reached
in which the machine will turn over.
Q Use only suitable lifting tackle.
Q When driving with hanging load keep the load as low as
possible.
Q Operate machine and load hook with careful movements to
avoid pendulum movements of the load, if necessary stabilize
load with lashing ropes.
Q The speed must be adjusted to the condition of the driving
ground.
Slinging
Make sure that the chain or rope used to secure the load is not fit-
ted in a perpendicular direction and that it cannot be damaged by
sharp edges. No persons must remain under the unsecured load
when attaching the chain or rope, or when lifting loads.
Q Boards, planks, reinforcing irons or similar should have the
L64488A sling arranged so that they cannot fall out of the loops.
Q Girders should generally be lifted with a clamping device.
Q Paddling made from, for exampel, cut up compressed-air
hoses, may be used in order to protect the slings
Q The slings should be well tightened.
Lifting gear
Lifting gear such as chain, loading platform, forklift frame and
clamps must:
Q be clearly marked with information about the highest
permissible load
Q be in accordance with local and/or national regulations.
Maintenance of the lifting gear

Maintenance must be carried out at regular intervals by a trained
and experienced person as instructed by the construction site
management. Should wear, cracks or other deficiencies, which
may jeopardise the safety of the lifting gear, be noticed, this lifting
gear must no longer be used.
84 Signalling diagram
Signalling diagram
If the operator's view is restricted because of, for example, an obscuring load, a signal man must be used.
The faster the required machine movements (lifting, lowering, travel) are to be performed, the more lively should
the signal man's movements be carried out. If two or more operators make use of the same signal man, an
agreement should be made beforehand how the lifting operation is to be carried out and how the signals should
be given to the respective operator.
L67279A L67281A
L67280A
START STOP END

Both arms are extended Right arm pointing upward with the Both hands are clasped at chest
horizontally to the side with the palm facing forward height
palms facing forward
L67283A
L67278A
L67282A
RAISE LOWER HORIZONTAL DISTANCE

Right arm pointing upward with the Right arm pointing downward with The hands indicate the relevant
palm facing forward and the hand the palm facing forward and the distance
slowly making a circle hand slowly making a circle
L67277A L67285A
L67284A
MOVE FORWARD MOVE REARWARD DANGER (EMERGENCY STOP)

Both arms under an angle, the Both arms under an angle, the Both arms pointing upward, the
palms of the hands face up. The palms of the hands face down. The palms facing forward
lower arms are moved several lower arms are moved several
times towards the chest. times from the chest down.
Signalling diagram 85
L67286A L67287A
L67288A
DRIVE IN INDICATED DRIVE IN INDICATED VERTICAL DISTANCE

DIRECTION DIRECTION The hands indicate the relevant
The arm is extended horizontally The arm extended horizontally with distance
with the palm facing downward and the palm facing downward and the
the arm making small slow arm making small slow movements
movements to the right and back to the left and back
86 Signalling diagram
Service position 87

This section is a compilation of safety regulations which must be
followed when checking and servicing the machine.
Volvo CE disclaims all responsibility if other tools, lifting devices or
working methods are used than those described in this publication.
Service position
Thorough maintenance and care (as well as the repair of possible
L68293A faults) are the best prerequisites for a permanent availability and
low repair requirements.
When replacing spare parts make sure to use genuine Volvo
spare parts. Do not use any fastening elements of lower
quality.
Before starting maintenance or repair work the machine must be
parked on level ground, the working attachments lowered flat to
the ground and the hydraulic system depressurized, i.e. the engine
is shut down and the levers for the working hydraulics must be
shifted several times.
WARNING!
If work has to be carried out on the machine before it has
cooled down, care must be observed with regard to hot
liquids and hot machine parts - risk of burns.
1 Pull the ignition key off in order to eliminate the risk of

unintended starting of the machine.
2 Pull the hand brake.
3 Block the wheels with wheel chocks.
4 Allow the machine to cool down.
5 When performing service work in the articulation area of the
machine the articulation lock must also be engaged.
6 For maintenance work under the raised lifting frame the lifting
frame must be supported to prevent unintended lowering (lifting
frame lock).
7 When lifting the machine use the lifting eyes provided for this
purpose. Secure a jacked up machine by piling for example
wooden beams crosswise underneath or by means of
supporting trestles.
8 The stability of the machine must be ensured for assembly,
maintenance and repair work.
9 Perform all oil level inspections with the machine parked in
horizontal position.
10 The required filling quantities as well as the oil quality can be
found in the lubrication table. Follow the indication on oil
dipsticks or oil level gauges.
88 Before service read
Before service read

Preventing personal injury
Q Read the Operator’s Manual before the service work is started.
It is also important to read and follow information and instruc-
tions on plates and decals.
Q Do not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewellery, which can get
caught and cause injury.
Q Always wear a hard hat, protective goggles, gloves, protective
shoes and other protective articles when the work so requires.
Q Make sure that the ventilation is sufficient when starting the en-
gine indoors.
Q Do not stand in front of or behind the machine when the engine
is running.
Q If service work has to be carried out under raised loader boom
and backhoe boom, these must first be secured. (Engage the
control lever lockout and apply the parking brake if the machine
is equipped with one).
Q Turn off the engine before opening doors or engine cover.
Q When the engine is stopped, there is a remaining accumulated
pressure in the pressurised systems. If a system is opened
without having first released the pressure, liquid under high
pressure will jet out.
Q When checking for leaks, use paper or hardboard, not your
hand.
Q Make sure that stepping surfaces, handholds and anti-slip sur-
faces are free from oil, diesel fuel, dirt and ice. Never step on
parts of the machine that are not intended for this.
Q It is important to use correct tools and equipment. Broken tools
or equipment should be repaired or changed.
Preventing machine damage

Q When lifting or supporting the machine or parts of the machine,
use equipment with a sufficient lifting capacity.
Q Lifting devices, tools, working methods, lubricants and parts
prescribed in the Operator’s Manual should be used. Volvo CE
will not accept any responsibility otherwise.
Q Make sure that no tools or other objects, which may cause
damage, have been forgotten in or on the machine.
Q Release the pressure in the hydraulic system before starting
the service work.
Q Never set a relief valve to a higher pressure than that recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
Q Machines, which are used within a polluted or in another way
insanitary area should be equipped for this kind of work. Spe-
cial safety regulations apply when servicing such a machine.
Q When installing two-way radio, mobile telephone or similar
equipment, the installation should be carried out in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions in order to eliminate inter-
ference with the electronic system and components intended
for the function of the machine, see page 10.
Q Measures to be taken in connection with electric welding, see
page 110.
Q Make sure that all covers on the machine are in position before
the engine is started and the machineis put to work.
Before service read 89
Preventing environmental influence

Be conscious of the environment when carrying out service and
maintenance. Oil and other liquids dangerous to the environment
and released into the environment will cause damage. Oil de-
grades very slowly in water and sediment. One litre of oil can de-
stroy millions of litres of drinking water.
NOTE! In common for all points below is that all waste is to be
handed over to a treatment and disposal firm approved by the
authorities.
Q When draining, oils and liquids must be collected in suitable
vessels and steps taken to avoid spillage.
Q Used filters must be drained of all liquid before they are passed
on as waste. Used filters from machines which work in environ-
ments with asbestos or other dangerous dust, must be placed
in the bag supplied with the new filter.
Q Batteries contain substances dangerous to the environment
and health. Used batteries must therefore be handled as waste
dangerous to the environment.
Q Consumables, for example used rags, gloves and bottles may
also be contaminated with oils and liquids dangerous to the en-
vironment and must in that case be treated as waste dangerous
to the environment.
Cleaning the machine with a high pressure cleaner (with the

engine shut down)
NOTE! Before starting cleaning protect the electric equipment

in a sufficient way.
Q Always disconnect the negative cable (-) from the battery
before starting cleaning. It is not enough to just switch off the
battery disconnecting switch.
WARNING!
Do not use the high pressure cleaner to clean the inside of
the cabin.
Q If the inside of the cabin has to be cleaned with water or water

soluble cleansers, extreme care must be taken not to damage
electrical components.
Q Do not use any detergents.
Q After cleaning make sure that all electric components are dry
before reconnecting the battery.
90 Fire prevention
Fire prevention
There is always a risk of fire. Find out what kind of fire extinguisher
is used on your working site and how to use it. If the machine is
equipped with a fire extinguisher, it should be kept inside the cab
on the left side of the operator.
If the machine is to be provided with a hand-held fire extinguisher,
it should be of the ABE type (ABC in North America). The designa-
tion ABE means that it is possible to extinguish fires in both solid
organic material and liquids, and that the fire extinguishing com-
pound does not conduct electricity. Efficiency class I means that
the effective operating time of the extinguisher must not be less
than 8 seconds, class II at least 11 seconds and grade III at least
15 seconds.
A hand-held fire extinguisher ABE I normally corresponds to a
powder content of 4 kg (8.8 lb) (EN-grade 13A89BC), standard EN
3-1995, parts 1, 2, 4 and 5.
Fire prevention measures

Q Do not smoke or have an open flame near a machine when fill-
ing with fuel or when the fuel system is opened and in contact
with the surrounding air.
Q Diesel fuel oil is flammable and must not be used for cleaning.
Use conventional car care products meant for cleaning or de-
greasing. Also bear in mind that certain solvents can cause skin
rashes, damage to the paint finish and constitute fire hazard.
Q Keep the place clean where the service is to be carried out. Oil
and water can make the floor slippery and is also dangerous in
connection with electrical equipment or electrically powered
tools. Oily and greasy clothes are a serious fire hazard.
Q Check daily that the machine and the equipment, for example
underbelly plates are free from dust and oil. Besides reducing
the risk of fire, it is also easier to detect faulty or loose compo-
nents.
NOTE! Take great care if a high-pressure wash is used for
cleaning. Electrical components and electrical leads can be
damaged even at a moderately high pressure and tempera-
ture. Protect electrical leads in an appropriate way.
Q Take extra care when cleaning a machine working in a fire-sen-
sitive environment, for example saw-mill and refuse dumps.
The risk of spontaneous combustion can be further reduced by
installing insulation of the silencer guard.
Q It is important that the fire extinguisher is maintained in order to
work when it is needed.
Fire prevention 91
Q Check that fuel lines, hydraulic and brake hoses and electrical
cables have not been damaged by chafing or are not in danger
of being damaged in that way because of incorrect installation
or clamping. This applies particularly to unfused cables, which
are red and marked R (B+) and routed:
– between the batteries
– between battery and starter motor
– between alternator and starter motor
Electrical cables must not lie directly against oil or fuel lines.
Q Do not weld or grind on components which are filled with flam-
mable liquids, for example tanks and hydraulic pipes. Exercise
care with such work also in the proximity of such places. A fire
extinguisher should be kept near to hand.
Actions in case of fire

If the circumstances permit and your own safety is not jeop-
ardised, take the following steps at the slightest sign of fire:
1 Stop the machine, if the machine is in motion.
2 Lower attachments to the ground.
3 Move the control lockout lever to locked position, if so
equipped.
4 Turn the ignition key to stop position.
5 Exit the cab.
6 Call the fire brigade.
7 If possible to access safely, turn off the battery disconnect
switch.
8 Attempt to put out the fire, if possible. Otherwise, move away
from the machine and out of the danger zone.
Actions after fire

When handling a machine which has been damaged by fire or
been exposed to intense heat, the following protective meas-
ures must be followed:
Q Use thick, protective gloves made of rubber and wear goggles.
Q Never touch burnt components with your bare hands in order to
avoid contact with melted polymer materials. First wash thor-
oughly with plenty of lime water (a solution consisting of calci-
um hydroxide, i.e. slaked lime in water).
92 Handling hazardous materials
Handling hazardous materials

Heated paint
WARNING!
All paint decomposes when heated and forms compounds
which may be irritating and after long or frequent exposure
also very unhealthy.
Heated paint gives off poisonous gases. Therefore, paint must be

removed from an area with a radius of at least 10 cm (4 in) before
carrying out welding, grinding or gas cutting. In addition to the
health hazard, the weld will be of inferior quality and strength,
which, in the future, may cause the weld to break.
Methods and precautionary measures when removing paint
Q Blasting
– use respiratory protective equipment and protective gog-
gles
Q Paint remover or other chemicals
– use a portable air extractor, respiratory protective equip-
ment and protective gloves
Q Grinding machine
– use a portable air extractor, respiratory protective equip-
ment and protective gloves and goggles
Never burn painted parts after they have been discarded. They
should be disposed of by a licensed disposal plant.
Heated rubber and plastics

Polymer materials can, when heated, form compounds which are
dangerous to health and environment and must therefore never be
burned when scrapped.
If gas cutting or welding is to be carried out near such mate-
rials, the following safety instructions must be followed:
– Protect the material from heat.
– Use protective gloves, protective goggles and respiratory pro-
tective equipment.
Handling hazardous materials 93
Heated fluoro-carbon rubber
WARNING!
Certain seals which are designed to withstand high operat-
ing temperatures, for example in engine, main control
valve, hydraulic motor and pumps may be made from
fluoro-carbon rubber. When heated to high temperatures,
fluoro-carbon rubber decomposes to hydrogen fluoride and
hydrofluoric acid, which is strongly corrosive on skin and
respiratory tracts.
When handling a machine which has been damaged by fire or

been exposed to intense heat, the following measures should
be taken:
Q Use thick, rubber gloves and wear protective goggles.
Q Discard gloves, rags and other items that have been in contact
with heated fluoro-carbon rubber after first having washed
these items in lime water (a solution of calcium hydroxide, i.e.
slaked lime in water).
Q The area around a part which has been very hot and which may
be made of fluoro-carbon rubber should be decontaminated by
thorough and ample washing with lime water.
Q As a precaution, all seals (O-rings and other oil seals) should
be handled as if they were made of fluoro-carbon rubber.
Q The hydrofluoric acid may remain on the machine parts for sev-
eral years after a fire.
Q If swelling, redness or a stinging feeling appears and one sus-
pects that the cause may be contact with heated fluoro-carbon
rubber, contact a medical doctor immediately. Several hours
may pass, however, before any symptoms appear and there is
no immediate warning.
Q The acid cannot be rinsed or washed off from the skin. Treat in-
stead with Hydrofluoric Acid Burn Jelly or similar before con-
tacting a medical doctor.
Refrigerant
NOTE! All kinds of service on the air conditioning unit must
be carried out by accredited workshops by, or under the guid-
ance of, a person in a leading position with certified compe-
tence.
WARNING!
Refrigerant R134a easily causes frost-bite if it comes into
contact with bare skin. When heated, gases are formed,
which can be harmful to lungs and nervous system.
The air conditioning unit of the machine is filled with refrigerant

R134a at the factory. R134a has no harmful influence on the ozone
layer, but contributes, however, to the greenhouse effect and must
therefore never intentionally be released into open air.
IMPORTANT! R134a must never be mixed with another kind
of refrigerant, for example R12, as this leads to a breakdown
of the unit.
In case of contact with escaping refrigerant, the following

measures should be taken:
Q If a leak is suspected, leave the risk area and contact an ac-
credited workshop to get information about measures.
Q The gases formed by heated refrigerant, may be harmful to
lungs and nervous system even at low concentrations when no
smell is apparent. High concentrations have a narcotic effect.
Exposed persons should be remove from the risk area and out
into the fresh air. Seek medical advice, if the symptoms remain.
Q When fluid, the refrigerant may cause frost-bite. Warm carefully
the injured area with lukewarm water or warm clothes. Seek
medical advice, if the symptoms remain.
Q Seek medical advice, if liquid refrigerant has come into some-
one’s eyes.
Batteries
WARNING!
Batteries contain sulphuric acid, which is strongly corro-
sive to skin.
Q Do not smoke near batteries as these give off explosive gases.

Q Make sure that metal objects, for example tools, rings and
watch straps, do not come into contact with the battery pole
studs.
Q Make sure the protections are always installed over the battery
pole studs.
Q Do not tilt a battery in any direction. Battery electrolyte may leak
out.
Q Do not connect a discharged battery in series with a fully
charged battery. Risk for explosion.
Q When removing a battery, disconnect the ground cable first and
when installing, connect the ground cable last in order to re-
duce the risk of sparks.
Q Discarded batteries must be taken care of according to national
environmental requirements.
Charging batteries, see page 111.
Starting with booster batteries, see page 111.
Handling hazardous materials 95
Crystalline silica (quartz) dust
WARNING!
Avoid exposure to dust containing crystalline silica parti-
cles as it can cause serious injury to the lungs (silicosis).
Crystalline silica is a basis component of sand and granite. There-

fore, many activities at construction and mining sites, such as
trenching, sawing and boring, produce crystalline silica dust. This
dust can cause silicosis.
The employer or working site management should provide the op-
erator with information about the presence of crystalline silica in
the work site along with specific work instructions and precautions
and also necessary personnel protection equipment.
Also check the local / national regulations regarding silica / silico-
sis.
Service and maintenance
97

If the machine is to function satisfactorily and at lowest possible
cost, it requires careful maintenance.
Lubrication and service chart

The section “Lubrication and service chart” describes the mainte-
nance work which the operator a should carry out. If certain oper-
ations require trained workshop personnel and special equipment,
this will be indicated. See page .
Service history
After each completed service at a workshop authorised by Volvo
CE, the Service History should be filled in, see page 148. The
Service History is a valuable document, which can be referred to
when for example selling the machine.
Arrival and delivery inspections

Before the machine leaves the factory, it is tested and adjusted.
L52168B
The dealer must also, if the warranty is to apply, carry out arrival
and delivery inspections according to the applicable form, which
must be signed.
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1 Check together with the owner/operator that the delivered machine corresponds to the order.
Perfo rmed When handing the machine over, the dealer must give the buyer
delivery instructions according to the applicable form, which must
Construct ion Equipment
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Machine Model Serial no. Operating hours Arrival date Delivery date Page
1 (2)
Review o f the Operator ’s Manual with e mphasis on the following point s.
Arriv al inspection by Delivery inspection by (Depending on machine type, certain points are omitted.)
Dealer Perfo rmed
inspection before its delivery to the customer.

3 Opera tion
The inspection programme “Arrival and Delivery Inspection” is to be used as a check on a machine upon its arrival from the factory and for an
– Running-in instructions.
– Cab, instruments and operating controls.
Please pay atten tio n to the safety an d en viron mental ins truc tio ns in Op erator´s and Service Man uals for
be signed, if the warranty is to apply.
th e mach in es conc erned. – Contronic functions.
MAINTENANCE OF – Start/stop, warming up.
STORED MACHINES Arri val inspection
Machiines manufactured by The arrival inspection is the first check of the product–after
Transmission,
transport. shifting gears. Perfo rmed
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carrier, and then immediate correc-
tive actions must be Customer taken.
Service programmes
no. Page
Machine model Serial no. Owner
– Service brakes and parking brake.
1 (2)
2 Check that the machine is equipped according to– the order confirmation,
Steering, and that tools and man-
secondary steering.
Delivery instruction carriedout on the uals are supplied with the machine. Any deviations should be reported to the sales department.
Operator(Recipient)
– Operator environment, heating, ventilation and air conditioning.

3 Check that no caps for the oil filler points, fuel tanks, radiator or expansion tank are missing, in
The inspection programme “Delivery Instructions” is to be used for checking incorrectthe machine
positionwithorthe customer/owner
broken. and for presenting
When applicable, check thethat no caps
– Attachment for the
bracket brake, clutch
(attaching fluid reser-and use of attachments.
an attachment)
machine to the customer/owner.
voirs and washer fluid are missing.
– Loading, digging, dumping, lifting and grading operations.
4 As soon
Please pay atten tio n to the safety an d en viron mental astio
ins truc possible
ns in Opafter the and
erator´s machine hasMan
Service beenualstransported
for it should be washed with fresh water.
th e mach in es conc erned. – Operation on a public road.
5 After the inspection, the anti-corrosion treatment of the machine should be renewed. If it is to be
The Service Programme is to be used in connection with warranty

stored again for a longer period, follow the instructions – Towing. in "MAINTENANCE OF STORED
Performing, sign ing and submitti ng the delivery inst ruct ions
MACHINES". is a pre-condit ion for a valid
– Tyre pressure.
machine warrant y. Perfo rmed
Delive ry inspe ction 4 Service, maint enance
1 Check together with the owner/operator that theThe delivered
delivery machine corresponds
inspection is a checktobefore
the order.
the product is delivered to the customer. Perfo rmed
Engine, cooling system and fuel system.
inspections and maintenance carried out by a workshop author-

2 Presentation of the machine including optional equipment. 6 Check the engine coolant level and the oil level in the engine, transmission, axles and hydraulic
system. Check the freezing point of the coolant. When Electrical system including
applicable, check thebattery
level instate of charging
all brake fluid and starting with booster batteries (jump start-
reservoirs. Check the water level in the windscreen ing).washer system. See the Operator’s Manual.
Review o f the Operator ’s Manual with e mphasis on the following point s. Note: Do not start engine with battery charger connected.
(Depending on machine type, certain points are omitted.) 7 Remove transport protection from the hydraulic cylinders. Perfo rmed
Clean any anti-corrosion agent from the piston rods. Power transmission / axles.
ised by Volvo CE.

3 Opera tion
8 Check and adjust tyre pressure or on excavatorsBrake checksystem.
the track slack adjustment.
– Running-in instructions.
9 Start the engine and run the machine until normal operating temperature has been reached.
– Cab, instruments and operating controls.
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– Brake system: Test the service brakes, parking/emergency brakes and engage the retarder
– Start/stop, warming up. (where applicable).
The intervals recommended between checks, oil changes and lu-

– Steering system: Turn the steering wheel to both full steering lock positions. When applicable,
– Transmission, shifting gears. check electrical secondary steering function. On Motor Graders, lean the front wheels left and
– Retarder function. right.
– Hydraulic system: Run all hydraulic cylinders to their respective end position.
– Service brakes and parking brake. Check all equipment and functions.
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brication apply provided that the machine is used under normal en-
– Steering, secondary steering. 10 Check that there are no fuel, water or oil leaks. If necessary, check-tighten connections, clamps
and fittings.
– Operator environment, heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
11 Any malfunctions or defects must be corrected, noted and reported to the supervisor.
– Attachment bracket (attaching an attachment) and See
use page
of attachments.
2.
vironmental and operating conditions.

– Loading, digging, dumping, lifting and grading 12
operations.
Turn off the battery disconnect switch.
– Operation on a public road.
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– Tyre pressure.
4 Service, maint enance
Engine, cooling system and fuel system.
Electrical system including battery state of charging and starting with booster batteries (jump start-
ing).
Note: Do not start engine with battery charger connected.
Power transmission / axles.
Brake system.
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Warranty inspection
Two warranty inspections should be carried out at a workshop au-
thorised by Volvo CE, the first at 100 operating hours and the sec-
ond at the latest at 1000 operating hours.
The carrying out of these warranty inspections is a condition for the
warranty to apply.
At these inspections there are, among other measures, oil and flu-
id changes, which must be carried out before the ordinary inter-
vals.
Maintenance
Regarding intervals for other maintenance, see the Service Pro-
gramme or the Lubrication and Service chart in this chapter.
Condition test
Condition tests are carried out at a workshop authorised by Volvo
CE and provide information about the general condition of the
machine. The condition test is carried out as a supplementary work
to the service programme.
98
Cleaning the machine

The machine should be cleaned regularly with conventional car
care products in order to eliminate the risk of damage to the paint
finish and other surfaces on the machine.
IMPORTANT! Avoid using strong cleaning agents or chemi-
cals in order to minimise the risk of damage to the paint fin-
ish.
NOTE! Daily clean the areas on the machine where dust, chips
and similar may collect in order to minimise the risk of fire.
Recommendations for cleaning the machine
Q Place the machine in a place intended for cleaning.
Q Follow the instructions supplied with the car care product.
Q The water temperature must not exceed 60 °C (140 °F).
Q If high-pressure wash is used, keep a distance of at least
20–30 cm (8–12 in) between nozzle and machine surface. Too
high pressure and too short distance may cause damage. Pro-
tect electrical leads in an appropriate way.
IMPORTANT! If using a high-pressure wash, pay attention to
the decals since they easily can come loose.
Q Use a soft sponge.
Q Finish by rinsing the whole machine with only water.
Q Always lubricate the machine after washing.
Q Touch-up the paint finish when required.
Paint finish maintenance

Q Machines which are used in corrosive environment suffer more
from rust than others. As a preventive measure it is recom-
mended that the paint finish should be maintained every sixth
months.
Q At first clean the machine.
Q Apply Dinol 77B (or corresponding transparent waxy anti-rust
agent) at a thickness of 70–80 µ.
Q A protective layer of underseal Dinitrol 447 (or corresponding)
may be applied under the mudguards where mechanical wear
is expected.
Touching up paint finish

Q Check if there are any damaged areas of the paint finish.
Q At first clean the machine.
Rectify any damage to paint finish in a professional way.
ler must carry out an arrival and delivery inspection.
Service points 99
Service points
14
13
1
2
3
12 4
11
5
10 9 8 7 6 M201085B
1 Air cleaner unit 8 Drain off engine oil
2 Battery 9 Oil filters, engine
3 Fill, fuel 10 Fuel filter / water separator
4 V-belt generator / cooling fan 11 Hydraulic oil level
5 Filling of engine oil 12 Filling of hydraulic oil
6 Oil dipstick 13 Front axle
7 Fuel filter 14 Rear axle - transfer box

100 Engine
Engine
Engine oil level, checking
Check the engine oil level every 10 hours.
The oil level should be checked before starting the engine.
max – Park the machine on level ground.
min
OIL – Pull the dipstick out and wipe it clean with a lint-free cloth,
reinsert it until it bottoms and pull it back out.
The dipstick should be covered with oil up to the upper mark
(MAX).
If the oil level is near or even below the bottom mark (MIN) top up
oil immediately to avoid severe engine damage (for quality of oil
refer to the lubrication table).
M200088B
NOTE! Always maintain the oil level at the top dipstick mark if
the engine has to work in slanted positions.
Engine 101
Engine oil, changing

Change the oil every 1000 operating hours.
Q The oil change intervals depend on the use of the machine and
the quality of the lubrication oil.
max
min Q If the oil change intervals are not reached within a year, the oil
OIL
change must be performed at least 1x year.
Q When using fuels with a sulphur content of > 0.5 to 1% or when
working permanently at ambient temperatures below -10 °C
(+14 °F) the oil change intervals must be halved.
NOTE! For fuels with a sulphur content higher than 1% you
should consult the service agent responsible for you.
M200088B
Draining
Perform the oil change when the engine is warm and shut down.
WARNING!
A Hot oil: Danger of scalding!
1 Unscrew the cap from drain valve (A).

2 Screw the drain hose (B) onto the drain valve.
B 3 Screwing the drain hose on opens the drain valve and allows
the oil to flow out.
M200069A
4 Once all old oil has run out unscrew the drain hose and screw
the cap back on the drain valve.
Take care of filters/oils/liquids in an environmentally safe way,
see page 75.
Filling
– Fill the new oil in through the filler neck only up to the top
dipstick mark (Max.).
Oil filling quantity including filter approx. 10.5 litres(3 US
gal.), for quality of oil refer to the table of lubricants.
– Check the oil level after a short test run (2 minutes at low idle),
if necessary top up to the top mark (Max.).
see page 75.
102 Engine
Engine oil filter, replacing

Replace the engine filter every 1000 operating hours.
Replace the oil filter with every oil change.
Slacken the lubrication oil filter cartridge with a filter wrench and
unscrew it.
WARNING!
Hot oil: Danger of scalding!
1 Clean the sealing surface of the filter carrier from any dirt.
M300069A
2 Apply some oil to the rubber seal on the new lubrication oil filter
cartridge.
3 Screw the cartridge on by hand until the seal touches the
surface.
4 Tighten the lubrication oil filter cartridge for another half turn.
5 Check the lubrication oil filter cartridge for leaks.
NOTE! Excessive tightening of the filter may damage the
thread or the seal of the filter element.
see page 75.
M300070A
Fuel system 103
Fuel system
Fuel filling
The fuel tank should be filled at the end of each work day. This pre-
vents the formation of condensation water, as far as possible.
– Thoroughly clean the area around the tank lid.
– Only fill in clean fuel!
Fuel tank capacity approx. 60 litres (16 US gal)
M200048A
WARNING!
When working on the fuel system do not use open fire. Do
not smoke.
Fuel filter, replacing

Fuel filter change interval every 1000 operating hours,
but at least once every year.
1 Loosen and unscrew the fuel filter cartridge with the filter
wrench.
2 Clean the sealing surface on the filter carrier from any dirt.
3 Apply some oil to the rubber seals on the new fuel filter
cartridge or wet it with diesel fuel respectively. Screw the
cartridge on by hand until the seal touches the surface.
M200070A
4 Screw the cartridge on by hand until the seal touches the
surface.
5 Tighten the fuel filter cartridge for another half turn.
NOTE! Bleeding of the fuel system is not necessary.
A drop in engine power can be caused by a clogged fuel filter car-
tridge.
If the fuel filter clogs too quickly, check the fuel for contamination.
Clean the tank, make sure it is properly closed.
see page 75
M300074A
104 Fuel system
Fuel filter / water separator

Check the water separator every 10 operating hours.
– Before starting check for water and dirt in the inspection glass
(arrow) and drain it off if necessary.
Fuel filter, water separator element, replacing

Filter change interval for fuel filter / water separator element
every 1000 operating hours.
M200064A 1 Unscrew the screw (A).
2 Pull the filter element out.
A 3 Check the seals, replace them if necessary.
4 Insert a new filter element.
5 Tighten the screw (A).
6 Watch out for leaks!
NOTE! Bleeding of the fuel system is not necessary.
see page 75.
M200071A
Engine air cleaner 105
Engine air cleaner

Engine air cleaner primary filter, cleaning
and replacing
Air cleaner change interval every 1000 operating hours, but at
least once every year.
Only if the control light in the dash board lights up the filter
A must be immediately cleaned or, if necessary, replaced.
– The air filter service intervals depend on the amount of dust in
the air and can therefore not be determined precisely.
– Under extremely dusty conditions daily clean may be required.
M200063A Check the air lines (filter-engine) for leaks during every
maintenance. Replace defective parts, tighten loose hose
clamps.
Dust discharge valve
– Empty the dust discharge valve (A) by squeezing the discharge
slot together.
– Remove possible dust deposits by squeezing the upper part of
the valve.
Dry cleaning: Main cartridge (B)
– Bang the filter cartridge several times with the front face
C vertically against the palm of your hand or against a flat and soft
surface.
B Avoid damaging or denting of the front face of the cartridge.
Intensive cleaning:
– Blow the cartridge out with dry compressed air (pressure not
higher than 5 bar ( 72.5 psi) from inside under an oblique angle
until no dust can be seen anymore.
– Then inspect the filter with a lamp from inside to outside for
possible cracks.
Use only genuine filter cartridges. Non-genuine filters do not
fit and cause danger to the engine!
Safety cartridge (C)
A
While servicing the main cartridge (paper cartridge) the safety car-
M300059A
tridge remains inside the air filter.
Safety cartridges must be renewed:
– After three times servicing of the main cartridge.
– The number of services (exchange or cleaning of the main
cartridge) must be marked in the respective fields on the safety
cartridge.
– At the latest after two years of use.
– If the service indicator comes on again immediately after the
service.
– After using a damaged main cartridge by mistake.
NOTE! Safety cartridges must not be cleaned. The engine
must not be operated with just the safety cartridge on its own
(without main cartridge).
see page 75.
106 Engine air cleaner
Twin filter system (optional equipment)

Check twin filter system every 10 operating hours.
The service intervals depend on the dust in the air and can
therefore not be determined precisely.
Clean the filter or change the oil if the control light in the dash
board lights up, or if clear dirt deposits are visible, but at lest
once every year.
B
Dust bowl, emptying
Empty the dust bowl when the dust reaches the level mark or if the
A air intake opening is blocked by leaves or similar.
1 Fold the clamping bow (A) down and take the cover (B) off.
C 2 Take the dust bowl (C) off, empty and clean it.
Oil bath filter, cleaning

1 Open the covers on the oil tank (D).
2 Take the oil tank (D) and the filter element (E) out downwards.
Empty the oil tank and clean it.
3 Wash the filter element (E) out with diesel fuel.
M300123A 4 Check the seals on the filter element for damage, replace if
necessary.
5 Fill the oil tank (D) with new oil up to the level mark, insert it
together with the filter element (E) into the upper part of the filter
and close the clamps.
NOTE! Do not top up any oil between the cleaning and oil
change intervals. Check the air lines (filter - engine) for leaks
during every maintenance. Replace defective parts, tighten
loose hose clamps.
E see page 75.
M300060A
A Clamping bow
B Cover
C Dust bowl
D Oil tank
E Filter element
Cooling system 107
Cooling system
Cooling system - engine and travel
hydraulics
Check the cooling system for engine and travel hydraulics
every 100 operating hours, clean if necessary.
Due to the differing applicational conditions the cleaning
intervals must be determined individually for each case.
– The risk of contamination is increased by oil and fuel residuals
on the engine. During use and under extremely dusty
1 conditions keep an eye on any leaks.
– Increased contamination will occur for example on construction
sites due to the high dust content in the air.
WARNING!
M200184A
Perform cleaning work only after the engine has stopped
and cooled down!
Cooling system, cleaning

2 1 Place a dirt collecting container underneath.
2 Remove the cooling air hood (1).
3 Blow the engine out with compressed air, starting from the air
discharge side, pay special attention to cooling fins and oil
cooler. Remove any dirt that has been blown into the air duct.
4 Do not subject sensitive engine parts, such as generator,
wiring, electronic components to the direct water jet.
5 Reassemble the cooling air hood (1).
M200068A NOTE! Drive the engine warm to evaporate any water
residues.
Cooling system for travel hydraulics (2)

– Clean cooling fan, guard grid and air guide plates.
108 Cooling system
V-belts, checking
Check the V-belt tension every 1000 hours.
1 Examine the entire circumference of the V-belt for damage.
2 Replace damaged V-belts.
3 With new V-belts check the V-belt tension after a running time of
15 minutes.
4 To check the V-belt tension use the V-belt tension measuring
gauge (29 02691).
– Lower the indicator arm (1) into the gauge.
– Apply the measuring gauge (3) to the V-belt (2) between
two pulleys, whereby the stop should be resting against
the side of the V-belt.
– Press push button (4) evenly under a right angle to the V-
M300071A
belt (2), until the spring is noticeably released.
5 Lift the measuring gauge carefully without changing the the
position of the indicator arm (1).
Read the measuring value on the intersection (arrow) of scale 5
AUTOMOTIVE KG
(&LD) BELT
20 30 and indicator arm (1).
TENSIONER
TESTER 100 150
1 V-belt tension:
Tensioning after initial
installation 450 ± 50 Nm ( 332 ± 37 ft lb)
Tensioning under load 300 ± 20 Nm (221 ± 15 ft lb4)
5 4 3 2 M300072A
WARNING!
1 Indicator arm Check/change the V-belt only with the engine stopped. If
2 V-belt necessary reinstall the V-belt guard.
3 measuring gauge
4 push button
Electrical system 109
Electrical system
The machine has five electronic units:
Q V-ECU (vehicle unit)
Q I-ECU (display unit)
Q H-ECU (X2, optional function)
Q A-ECU (anti theft, optional)
Q A-ECU (anti-theft key pad, optional)
The display unit shows information, for example machine status,

control lamps, gauges, settings and information/warning lights.
The machine is equipped with a central-electric -CE- system,
located behind the service door on the right hand side. The fuses
and working relays can be checked by a test button and LED`s.
Check the illumination of warning/control lights every day.
Battery disconnecting switch

The battery disconnecting switch (A) is located to the right in the
engine compartment. For longer downtimes of the machine or for
repair work on the electric system the battery disconnecting switch
must always be switched off.
Battery
B
The battery (B) is also located on the right hand side in the engine
A compartment.
The original battery installed in the machine is both completely
impermeable and maintenance free. The battery may only be
M200091B
replaced by a battery with identical technological characteristics.
This rules out the danger of service personnel being affected by
acid or acid vapour should the machine tip over.
Q In order to remove the battery firstly disconnect the negative
clamp (-). In order to install the battery firstly connect the
positive clamp (+). Any contact made between a tool and the
cable connecting the positive clamp and the frame may cause
sparks.
Q For longer storage periods disconnect the battery.
WARNING!
Keep sparks and open fire away from the battery! Danger of
explosion!
In case of contact with battery acid flush off immediately
with lots of water. In case of caustic injury of the eyes con-
tact a doctor for medical advice.
NOTE! Dispose old batteries environmentally.

110 Electrical system
Batteries, maintenance
Q Work on the electrical system must only be performed by
specially trained persons and by using the specified tools and
testing equipment.
Q Do not connect a discharged battery in series with a fully
charged battery. Danger of explosion.
Q Make sure that metal objects (such as tools, rings, watch straps
etc.) do not come into contact with the battery poles. The
battery poles must be covered with protection caps.
Q The engine must be shut down and the battery disconnected
before attempting work in the electrical system of the machine.
Q All electrical consumers must be switched off before installing
or removing the battery.
Q For removal disconnect the ground cable first, for installation
connect the positive cable first.
Q If running of the engine and a connected battery is required for
certain test procedures, special precautions must be taken to
rule out dangers for persons.
Q Cables and plugs must be marked before disconnecting and
secured against contact with metal parts, for example by
plugging on safety caps or by insulating.
Q Faults in the electrical system, for example damaged
insulation, must be rectified immediately.
Three-phase generator
Q The connecting poles of the battery must never be mixed up by
mistake. The poles are distinctly marked with (+) or (-).
Incorrect connection immediately damages the rectifier in the
generator.
Q Check whether cable lugs and poles are clean, well tightened
and greased with vaseline or similar.
Electric welding
Q For electric welding the earth terminal must be connected
directly to the part to be welded.
Q Disconnect the battery completely and pull of or unscrew all
plug connections from the central electric system.
Electrical system 111
Batteries, charging
WARNING!
During the charging process an oxyhydrogen gas develops
inside the battery. A short circuit, an open flame or a spark
in the vicinity of the battery can cause a powerful explo-
sion. Always turn off the charging current before discon-
necting the charging clamps. Ensure good ventilation,
especially when recharging the battery in a closed room.
The battery electrolyte contains caustic sulphuric acid. If this

comes in contact with your skin rinse it off with soap and lots
of water. If acid has come in contact with your eyes or other
sensitive parts of your body rinse off with lots of water and
seek medical advice.
Jump starting with a spare battery

When using spare batteries for jump starting you must always
make sure the batteries or other current sources used as
starting aids have the same voltage as the standard battery.
Do not interrupt the cables to the standard batteries.
WARNING!
When connecting a fully charged battery to an almost dis-
charged battery there is a risk that the batteries may
explode.
1 Connect the plus cable from the spare battery with the plus pole
on the discharged battery. Then connect the second cable from
the minus pole on the spare battery with ground.
2 Start the engine.
3 Once the engine starts disconnect the cable between ground
and minus pole on the spare battery and then the cable
between the plus poles.
112 Electrical system
Relays and fuses in the central

electrics (CE)
The relays and fuses for the central electrics (CE) are located
behind the service door on the right hand side (arrow). The indicat-
ing label "fuse assignment" is located on the inside of the service
door.
M200081A
Relays and fuses in the engine

compartment
F100 K22
Relays and fuses are located in the engine compartment on the left
K21 hand side.
F101
NOTE! Use only fuses of specified capacity (Ampere rating).
Risk of damage or burning of the printed circuit board!
M200083A
HK2
K2 31
When pressing the button (arrow) on the printed circuit board all
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 87a
30 15
X101
fuses in the electric circuits directly supplied by the battery
X104
(terminal 30) are checked.
2 4 6 8 1012 14 87
20 15 10
13
X112 K16 7 13 19 K17
24
13 5
HK16
10
8
10
14
10
20
X102 Fuse: F7, F8, F9, F19, F22, F24, function LEDs must light up.
X107 24 6
87a
10 15 10
87a
When the ignition is switched on (ignition key in position "1") all

87 87
13 5
RN1 9 15 21 HK17
RN2
X108 24 6
F F F F F22 F
10
1
7,5
4
15
10
10
16
7,5 15
25
X103 fuses of the consumers working during the day are checked.
7,5
2
7,5
5
7,5
11
10
17
7,5
23
15
26
Fuse: F1, F10, F11, F13, F14, F15, F16, F17, F18, F20, F21, F27,
X109 7,5
3
7,5
6
7,5
12
10
18
15
24
20
27 X111 function LEDs must light.

K15
RN2
13 57 9
K18 87a
When actuating the light switch to position "1" = fender lights and
X110 2 4 6 8 10 HK15 87
K12 X115 dashboard illumination, the fuses F4, F5, F12, F25, F26 are
V1
V2
V3
K1 87a
87
K14 87a
87
K13 87a
87
checked. Function LEDs must light up.
V4
V5
V6
V7 K7 87a K8 87a K10 87a K11 87a X106 When actuating the light switch to position "2" = travel light, the
V8 87 87 87 87
V9
V10
V31 HK10 HK11
fuses F2 and F3 are checked. With full headlights switched on the
K4 K5 K6 K9
X105 V20
87a
87
V18
87a
87
HK6
87a
87
87a
87
fuses F23 and F6 are checked. Function LEDs must light up.
M200082B
Axles 113
Axles
Front axle oil, changing
Oil change interval every 1500 operating hours, but at least
once every year.
Planetary drives and differential have a common oil
household.
WARNING!
A
Drain the oil only at operating temperature.
Attention! Danger of scalding!
– Before unscrewing the plugs thoroughly clean the respective

areas.
M200073A A Drain- and level control plug on planetary drive
B Drain plug on differential
C Filler- and level control plug on axle housing
– When changing the oil drain the oil from the planetary drives (A)
and the differential (B).
– To avoid any injuries caused by the pressure increase in the
planetary drive, move the machine to bring the drain- and level
control plug (A) to top position, loosen and unscrew the plug
carefully. Then bring the drain bore to bottom position and let
C the oil run out.
– For filling turn the wheel hub until the word "Oil level" is in
B – Fill in approx. 0.3 litres/0.08 US gal of oil into each wheel hub,
M200074A until it starts to flow out.
– Screw in the plugs (A) and (B) with new O-rings.
– Fill in oil through the filler-/level control bore (C) until it starts to
flow out (approx. 3.5 litres / 1 US gal).
– Screw the plug (C) back in with a new O-ring.
NOTE! Tightening torque for plugs 70 Nm (52 ft lb.)

see page 89.
Total oil filling quantity: approx. 4.1 litres (1.1 US gal.) For
quality, refer to the lubricant table.
– Check the oil level after a few minutes and, if necessary, top up
until the specified oil level is reached and remains constant.
114 Axles
Rear axle oil, changing,whith transfer box

Oil change interval every 1500 operating hours, but at least
once every year.
The transfer box is flanged to the rear axle and has a common
oil household with the axle.
A WARNING!
Drain the oil only at operating temperature.
Attention! Danger of scalding!
– Before unscrewing the plugs thoroughly clean the respective

areas.
M200073A A Drain- and level control plug on planetary drive
B Drain plug on differential
C Filler- and level control plug on axle housing
D Drain plug on gearbox
C E Filler plug on gearbox
– When changing the oil you must drain the oil from the planetary
drive (A), the differential (B) and the gear box (D).
B – To avoid any injuries caused by the pressure increase in the
planetary drive, move the machine to bring the drain- and level
M200076A
control plug (A) to top position, loosen and unscrew the plug
carefully. Then bring the drain bore to bottom position and let
the oil run out.
– For filling turn the wheel hub until the word "Oil level" is in
– Fill in approx. 0.3 litres/0.08 US gal of oil into each wheel hub,
until it starts to flow out.
– Screw in the plugs (A), (B) and (D) with new O-rings.
– Fill in approx. 1 litre of oil through the filler bore (E) on the
gearbox.
– Fill in oil through the filler-/level control bore (C) until it starts to
flow out (approx. 4.2 litres) (1.1 US gal).
– Screw the plugs (E) and (C) with new O-rings.
E D M200077A
NOTE! Tightening torque for plugs 70 Nm (52 ft lb.)

see page 89.
Total oil filling quantity: approx. 5.8 litres (1.5 US gal.) For
quality, refer to the lubricant table.
– Check the oil level after a few minutes and, if necessary, top up
until the specified oil level is reached and remains constant.
Brake system 115
Brake system
The brake system consists of the service brake and the parking
brake system.
All maintenance and repair work must only be carried out in
official service centres.
Brake fluid oil, checking
Check the brake fluid level every 100 operating hours.
The brake fluid level must reach the MAX-mark on the compensa-
tion tank. If the fluid level is below the MAX-mark:
1 Open the tank cover (arrow).
2 Top up brake fluid to the MAX-mark.
M200067A IMPORTANT! Brake fluid quality = mineral oil, see lubricant

chart.
NOTE! Replace leaking and externally damaged brake hoses

and brake lines immediately. External damage are corrosion
symptoms (wear, chafing, squashing etc.).
NOTE! For safety reasons change the brake fluid every 2
years.
see page 89.
Inspection of brake linings

Brake linings must be checked for wear every 500 operating
hours.
Inspection of parking brake
WARNING!
The parking brake must only be checked in a specially
secured location. Make sure that there are no persons or
obstructions in the vicinity of the machine
1 Apply the parking brake.

2 Start the engine. Raising the working attachment (transport
position).
3 Preselect (forward/backward travel) "neutral position".
With the travel system switched off and an empty bucket the
parking brake must be able to hold the machine on a 20%
slope.
116 Tyres
Tyres
Check the air pressure of the tires every 50 hours and correct
it if necessary.
For tyre size and recommended air pressure refer to the
technical data.
Air pressure recommendations must be strictly complied with. For
special applications other pressures may be required, if necessary
follow the instructions of the tyre manufacturer and do not exceed
the max. permitted pressure.
The adherence to the specified air pressure has a decisive influ-
ence on the lifetime of the tires.
From the factory the machine may have been delivered with
excessive tire pressure. Before starting to work with the machine
for the first time you should therefore check and, if necessary
adjust the air pressure in the tires according to the recommenda-
tions.
– When checking the tyre pressure, the tyre should be cold and
the machine without a load.
– An self-locking nozzle with hose of sufficient length should be
used, so that the person performing the work can stand outside
the danger zone. (See illustration)
– Do not cut or weld on the rim of an inflated tire.
– Do not combine rim parts of different dimensions and do not
use damaged or defective parts.
– Always relieve the tire pressure before removing foreign
obstacles from the tread of a tire.
– After checking and filling screw the valve cap back on.
Wheel nuts, check-tightening

During the first week all wheel nuts must be tightened every day,
after this every 50 operating hours.
After a wheel change the wheel nuts must also be tightened
every day during the first week.
NOTE! Tightening torque: 290 Nm (214 ft lb)
Windscreen washer system 117
Windscreen washer system

Windscreen wiper - wiper blades
Check the condition of the wiper blades, replace if worn or dam-
aged. Also replace the wiper blades if they leave stripes on the
windscreen.
Container - windscreen washer system

The container for the windscreen washer system for "front/rear
windscreens" is located in the engine compartment on the left
hand side (arrow).
– Fill up container as necessary.

– With temperatures around or below freezing make sure that a
sufficient amount of anti-freeze is added.
M200060A
118 Air conditioning
Air conditioning
Air conditioning (optional equipment)
The air conditioning system should be inspected and tested
by authorized personnel at least once every year.
The air conditioning system of the machine is factory filled with

refrigerant R134a.
The system is pressurised and the refrigerant may leak out unin-
tentionally. Never disconnect hoses and never remove the filler
plug from the compressor.
If a leak is suspected you should contact an authorized workshop
to have the fault rectified by properly trained personnel.
WARNING!
Avoid contact of unprotected skin with flowing out refriger-
ant. Danger of perfrigeration!
The gases can cause severe lung damage, even at low con-
centration when it cannot yet be smelled.
IMPORTANT! In case of accidental contact with escaping

refrigerant, take the following measures:
– Refrigerant in gaseous form (for example by heating) can, even
in low concentrations, have a damaging effect, particularly on
the nervous system. At high concentrations, the gas has a
narcotic effect. In both cases go outside to breath fresh air or
move affected personnel from the danger area. In severe cases
seek medical advice.
– If large amounts of liquid refrigerant has come into contact with
unprotected skin, the injured area should be carefully warmed
with lukewarm water or warm clothes. Seek medical advice if
there are remaining symptoms.
– If liquid refrigerant comes into contact with someone's eyes,
seek professional medical help immediately.
Hydraulic system 119
Hydraulic system
Hydraulic oil level, checking
Check hydraulic oil level every 10 hours.
Travel/working and steering hydraulics work with one
common oil household.
– With the loading equipment lowered the bottom oil level

inspection glass must be filled, the top oil level inspection glass
must not show any oil.
– With increasing oil temperature (max. 80 °C)(176 °F) the oil
level can raise up to the middle of the top oil level inspection
glass.
– If necessary top up to above the filler neck (B).
B
For quality of hydraulic oil refer to the lubrication table.
NOTE! If the hydraulic system is filled with biodegradable

hydraulic oil from the factory (see sticker on filler neck) only
the oil quality specified on the sticker must be used to fill up
M200049C or when changing the oil.
see page 75.
120 Hydraulic system
Hydraulic oil, changing

Hydraulic oil change interval every 1500 operating hours, but
at least once every year.
Change the hydraulic oil filter and the breather valve with
every hydraulic oil change.
1 Disassemble the hydraulic oil filter.

2 Unscrew the cap from the drain valve (A) on the hydraulic oil
tank.
A 3 Screw the drain hose onto the drain valve.
4 Screwing the drain hose on opens the drain valve and allows
M200079A
the oil to flow out.
WARNING!
Hot oil - danger of scalding!
5 Once all old oil has run out unscrew the drain hose and screw
the cap back on the drain valve.
6 Install the new filter element.
7 Fill the fresh oil in through the filler neck (B).
Oil filling quantity in case of an oil change approx. 42 litres
(11.1 US gal.) For quality of hydraulic oil refer to the
lubrication table.
8 Check the oil level after the test run.
B see page 75.
M200049C
Hydraulic system 121
Hydraulic oil filter, changing

Hydraulic oil filter change interval every 1500 operating
hours, but at least once every year.
The control light (3) in the dash board monitors the hydraulic oil fil-
ter.
Q The filter element must be changed:
3 If the control light lights up at operating temperature of the
hydraulic oil.
M200199A NOTE! Under cold weather conditions the control light may
light up for a short while immediately after starting the engine.
This is caused by the high viscosity of the oil.
Run the engine for about 2 minutes with idle speed.
WARNING!
Before opening filter cover (B) breather valve (A) must be
unscrewed to relieve the overpressure in the hydraulic oil
tank.
1 Unscrew the air discharge valve (C) from the filter cover (B).
A
WARNING!
Hot oil - danger of scalding!
2 Loosen the screws on lid (B), unlock the lid by turning it anti-
clockwise and pull it out.
B 3 Lift the filter element out by the handle.
C 4 Clean the filter bowl.
5 Check the seals, replace them if necessary.
6 Insert a new filter element.
7 Close the lid (B), check for leaks.
8 Screw the air discharge valve (C) tightly back in.
9 Screw the new breather valve (A) tightly in.
M200078B 10 Check the oil level after the test run.
see page 75
122 Lubrication points
Lubrication points
Greasing bearings
The service life of bushings and pivot pins can be extended con-
siderably, if the machine is greased regularly and in the correct
way.
The greasing of bearings has two main purposes:
– Add grease to the bearing to reduce friction between pin and
bushing.
– Replace old grease which may contain dirt. The grease in the
space inside the outer seal collects dirt and prevents dirt and
also water from penetrating into the bearing.
Therefore, grease the bearing until new, clean grease is forced out
through the outer seal. For recommended lubrication grease refer
to lubrication table.
Wipe off grease nipples and grease gun before greasing, so
that dirt and sand is not introduced.
L63189A
Symbol key
The following standard symbols are used in the lubrication
and maintenance plan.
Engine L66544A Lubrication
Transmission Oils/fluids
L66627A
L66542A
L66625A
Hydraulic system Filter

L66543A
Brake system Air filter

L66637A
L66626A
Axles Level check

L66636A
Fuel system L66639A

Belt tension
L66546A
Battery Control lamps

L66633A
L66638A
Coolant L66632A
Draining
L66545A
Air conditioning
L66640A
Lubrication points 123
Lubricating the articulated joint

Lubricate the articulated joint every 10 operating hours.
– Lower the working attachments.
– The hydraulic system must be without pressure.
– Clean the grease nipples before greasing.
– Sufficient lubrication if grease emerges from the bearing.
For quality of grease refer to the table of fuels and lubricants.
.
M200065B
124 Lubrication points
Lubricating the lifting kinematics and the

steering cylinders
Lubricate lifting kinematics and steering cylinders every 100
operating hours. In case of difficult working conditions the
bearings must be greased every day.
WARNING!
When working in the danger area of the articulated joint the
articulation lock must be applied.
1 Lower the working attachments.

2 The hydraulic system must be without pressure.
3 Clean the grease nipples before greasing.
4 Sufficient lubrication if grease emerges from the bearing.
For quality of grease refer to the lubrication chart.
M200066A
Lubrication and service chart 125
Lubrication and service chart

Check, oil change and lubrication intervals
Every: 10, 100, 1000 and 1500 operating hours.
7 6
1500h
1000h
500h
100h
10h
9x 4x 8
17
18
16
15
14
4
5 10
12
10h
11 100H
500h 9
1000h
1500h
13 1
M201078B
126 Lubrication and service chart
Pos. Page Measures every 10 operating hours
1 100 Checking the engine oil level
2 119 Checking the hydraulic oil level

4 106 Twin filter system (optional equipment)
5 104 Check the water separator in the fuel system
6 123 Lubricate bearings on articulated joint
7 124 Lubricate lifting kinematics, steering cylinders, bearings 1)

8 115 Check brake fluid level 2)
9 107 Cooling system - engine and travel hydraulics
3 105 Main air filter cartridge 3), air filter safety cartridge 4)
10 101 Change the engine oil 3)

11 102 Changing the oil filter
12 108 Check the V-belts

13 103 Change the fuel filter cartridge 3)
14 104 Water separator - fuel system, change the filter element
15 113 Change the oil in the front axle 3)
16 114 Change the oil in rear axle with transfer box 3)

17 121 Change the hydraulic oil filter 3)
18 120 Change the hydraulic oil 3)
1) During difficult operating conditions these should be lubricated daily.

2)
Change brake oil every 2 years.
3)
Change at least 1 x per year.
4) Renew at the latest after 2 years.
Specifications
Recommended lubricants 127
Specifications
Recommended lubricants
For questions regarding oils and lubricants, please contact workshop authorised by Volvo CE.
In case of lower ambient temperatures than in this recommendation, contact your local Volvo Service organisation
for further information.
The use of other oil qualities (for example biodegradable oil) requires the approval of Volvo CE.
If the hydraulic system is filled with biodegradable hydraulic oil from the factory (see sticker on filler neck) only the
oil quality specified on the sticker must be used to fill up or when changing the oil.
NOTE! BIO-OIL and mineral oil (carbon-hydrogen-oil) must be disposed of separately. Mixing is
prohibited!
Use Quality Recommended viscosity at different ambient temperatures
C 30 20 10 0 +10 +20 +30 +40 +50

F 22 4 +14 +32 +50 +68 +86 +104 +122
ENGINE Volvo Ultra Diesel Engine Oil
VDS-3 or
SAE 5W-30
VDS-2 plus ACEA-E7 or
VDS-2 plus API CI-4 or
SAE 10W-30
VDS-2 plus EO-N Premium plus SAE 10W-40
Change interval 1000 operating hours under SAE 15W-40
consideration of the fuel quality SAE 20W-50
M201079B
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Volvo Super Hydraulic Oil

Steering According to standard VCE 1286,08
Travel hydraulics ISO VG 32 HV
Working hydraulics Volvo Biodegradable Hydraulic Oil ISO VG 46 HV
According to standard VCE 1286,1 ISO VG 68 HV
M201080A
or
Engine oil
min. requirement SAE 10W-30
API SF/CE SAE 15W-40
SAE 30
M201082B
BRAKE Engine oil specified

Engine oil, see ENGINE
AXLES Vovo Super Transmission Oil
Transfer box API GL-5
Drive/differential SAE 80W-90, SAE 85W-90/ LS
Drives optionally Volvo slip gear oil SAE 90/ LS
API GL-5 Limited slip M201081B
LUBRICATION POINTS Volvo Super Grease Lithium EP2

KP2N-30 acc. to DIN 51825/51502
NL GI - 2
M201093A
FUEL TANK Diesel fuel acc. to

EN 590 (with nationally adapted regulations concerning the behaviour under cold conditions),
ASTM D 975: 1-D and 2-D,
BS 2896 Class A2,
ISO 8217 DMX
ATTENTION:
Halving of engine oil change intervals in case of:
Sulphur content > 0.5% (to 1.0%)
According to statutory regulations the sulphur content should not exceed 0.3% by weight.
Specifications
128 Change capacities and intervals
Change capacities and intervals

Oils and fluids Filling capacities
Engine, incl. filter 10.5 litre (2.8 US gal)
L20B from serie: 1703001 11,8 litre

L25B from serie: 1753001 (3,1 US gal)
Front axle, total 4.1 litre (1.1 US gal)

Rear axle with gearbox, total 5.8 litre (1.5 US gal)
Hydraulic system, incl. tank 60 litre (16 US gal)

Fuel tank 60 litre (16 US gal)
Brake system 1 litre (0.27 US gal)
Air conditioning (option) 0.9 kg (1.98 lb) (initial filling)
Oil and fluid changes Change interval
Engine oil 1000 operating hours

Front and rear axle with gearbox 1500 operating hours
Hydraulic system 1500 operating hours
Filter changes Change interval
Engine, oil filters 1000 operating hours
Air filter 1000 operating hours

Fuel filter 1000 operating hours
Fuel filter / water separator 1000 operating hours
Hydraulic oil filter 1500 operating hours

Specifications
Engine L20B,specifications 129
Engine L20B,specifications
L20B to serie: 1703000 L20B from serie: 1703001
Designation D3D D3,6D
Rated power at 2300 rpm 41.5 kW 41.0 kW

SAE J1995, gross (56.5 hp) (55,8 hp)
Rated power at 2300 rpm 39.9 kW 39.9 kW

ISO 9249/DIN6271/SAE J1349, net (54.3 hp) (54.3 hp)
Max. torque at 1700 rpm 180 Nm 180 Nm
(132 ft lb) (132 ft lb)
Low idle speed 850 - 950 rpm 870 - 950 rpm
High idle speed 2450 - 2550 rpm 2450 - 2550 rpm
Number of cylinders/design 4/in line 4/in line

Cylinder bore 94 mm 96 mm
(3.7 in) (3.7 in)
Stroke 112 mm 125 mm

(4.4 in) (4,9 in)
Displacement 3108 cm3 3620 cm3
(190 cu. in) (221 cu. in)
Combustion method Direct injection Direct injection
Cooling Oil/Air Oil/Air

Lubrication Gear pump Gear pump
Minimum oil temperature 140 kPa 150 kPa
110 °C (230 °F) at 900 rpm (1.4 bar) (1.5 bar)
Opening pressure of injection valve 21 MPa 21 MPa
(210 bar) (3626 psi) (210 bar) (3626 psi)
Compression pressure 2.5- 3 MPa 3-3,3 MPa

(25- 30 bar) (363–508 psi) (30-33 bar) (435-479 psi)
Firing sequence 1-3-4-2 1-3-4-2
Valve clearance, on cold engine Intake valve 0.3 mm Intake valve 0.3 mm
(0.012 in) (0.012 in)
Exhaust valve 0.5 mm Exhaust valve 0.5 mm
(0.020 in) (0.020 in)
Specifications
130 Engine L25B,specifications
Engine L25B,specifications
L25B to serie: 1753000 L25B from serie: 1753001
Designation D3D D3,6D
Rated power at 2300 rpm 45.2 kW 43,1 kW

SAE J1995, gross (61.5 hp) (58,6hp)
Rated power at 2300 rpm 43.5 kW 42,0 kW

ISO 9249/DIN6271/SAE J1349, net (59.1 hp) (57,1 hp)
Max. torque at 1700 rpm 190 Nm 190 Nm
(140 ft lb) (140 ft lb)
Low idle speed 850 - 950 rpm 870 - 950 rpm
High idle speed 2450 - 2550 rpm 2450 - 2550 rpm
Number of cylinders/design 4/in line 4/in line

Cylinder bore 94 mm 96 mm
(3.7 in) (3,8 in)
Stroke 112 mm 125 mm

(4.4 in) (4.9 in)
Displacement 3108 cm3 3620 cm3
(190 cu. in) (221 cu. in)
Combustion method Direct injection Direct injection
Cooling Oil/Air Oil/Air

Lubrication Gear pump Gear pump
Minimum oil temperature 110 °C at 900 140 kPa 150 kPa
rpm (1.4 bar) (1.5 bar)
Opening pressure of injection valve 21 MPa 21 MPa
(210 bar) (3626 psi) (210 bar) (3626 psi)
Compression pressure 2.5- 3 MPa 3,0 3,3 MPa

(25- 30 bar) (363–508 psi) (30-33 bar) (435-479 psi)
Firing sequence 1-3-4-2 1-3-4-2
Valve clearance, on cold engine Intake valve 0.3 mm Intake valve 0.3 mm
(0.012 in) (0.012 in)
Exhaust valve 0.5 mm Exhaust valve 0.5 mm
(0.020 in) (0.020 in)
Specifications
Electrical system,specifications 131
Electrical system,specifications
System voltage 12 V
Battery 1
Battery voltage 12 V
Battery capacity 88 Ah
Three-phase generator 1120 W (80A)

Starter motor output 2.2 kW (3.0 hp)
Relays of central electrics (CE)

K2 31
HK2
30 15
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 87a X101
X104 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 87
20 15 10
13
X112 2 4
K16 7 13 19 K17
HK16 10 10 10 X102
1 3 5 8 14 20
X107 2 4 6
87a 87a
10 15 10
87 87
1 3 5
RN1 9 15 21 HK17
X108 RN2
2 4 6
F F F F F22 F
10 7,5 15 10 7,5 15 X103
1 4 10 16 25
7,5 7,5 7,5 10 7,5 15
2 5 11 17 23 26
X109 7,5 7,5 7,5 10 15 20
3 6 12 18 24 27 X111
RN2 K15
K18 87a
13 5 7 9
X110 2 4 6 8 10 HK15
87 K12 X115
V1
V2 K1 87a K14 87a K13 87a
V3 87 87 87
V4
V5
V6 K7 87a K8 K10 K11 X106
V7 87a 87a 87a
V8 87
V31 87
HK10
87
HK11
87
V9
V10
K4 87a K5 87a K6 87a K9 87a
87 87 87 87
X105 V20 V18 HK6
M200082A
RE Function RE Function
K1 Start K10 Direction spool
K2 Heating blower K11 Toggle relay for gear stages "1" and "2"
K3 Immobilizer (option) K12 Interval wiper, front
K4 Neutral position K13 Flashing
K5 Forward travel K14 Differential lock

K6 Reverse travel K15 Special function lever 1 (option)
K7 D + release terminal 15 K16 Special function lever 2 (option)
K8 Direction spool K17 Working headlights

K9 Hand brake control – warning buzzer K18 Speed dependent (option)
Specifications
132 Electrical system,specifications
Fuses in central electrics (CE)
K2 31
HK2
30 15
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 87a
X101
X104 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 87
20 15 10
13
X112 2 4
K16 7 13 19 K17
HK16 10 10 10 X102
1 3 5 8 14 20
X107 2 4 6
87a 87a
10 15 10
87 87
1 3 5
RN1 9 15 21 HK17
X108 RN2
2 4 6
F F F F F22 F
10 7,5 15 10 7,5 15 X103
1 4 10 16 25
7,5 7,5 7,5 10 7,5 15
2 5 11 17 23 26
X109 7,5 7,5 7,5 10 15 20
3 6 12 18 24 27 X111
RN2 K15
K18 87a
13 5 7 9
X110 2 4 6 8 10 HK15
87 K12 X115
V1
V2 K1 87a K14 87a K13 87a
V3 87 87 87
V4
V5
V6 K7 87a K8 K10 K11 X106
V7 87a 87a 87a
V8 87
V31 87
HK10
87
HK11
87
V9
V10
K4 87a K5 87a K6 87a K9 87a
87 87 87 87
X105 V20 V18 HK6
M200082A
FU A Function FU A Function
F1 10 Engine shut down F15 15 Optional valve
F2 7,5 Dimmed headlight, left F16 10 Travel system

F3 7,5 Dimmed headlight, right F17 10 Differential lock, hydr. change-over
valve
F4 7,5 Fender light, left F18 10 Brake light, float position, preheating
control
F5 7,5 Fender light, right F19 10 Hazard light/flasher
F6 7,5 Full headlight, right – full headlight F20 10 Wiper - washing, rear
control
F7 20 Heating blower F21 10 Wiper - washing, front
F8 10 Socket, 1-pole F22 7,5 Interior light, radio terminal 30

F9 10 Flashing beacon F23 7,5 Full headlights
F10 15 Seat heating F24 15 Light switch input terminal 30
F11 7,5 Radio terminal 15 F25 15 Working headlights, front

F12 7,5 Dashboard illumination F26 15 Working headlights, rear
F13 15 Road sweeping machine F27 20 Light switch input terminal 15
F14 10 Direction indicators, tank sensor,

warning buzzer
Specifications
Electrical system,specifications 133
Fuse, air conditioning (optional equipment)
FU A Function
F28
F28 25 Air conditioning
RE Function
RE19 Air conditioning

RE19
M201095A
Relays and fuses in the engine compartment
F100 K22
K21
F101
M200083A
RE Function RE Function
K21 Pre-heating time control K22 Fan motor - oil cooler
FU A Function FU A Function
F100 60 Glow plug F101 40 Fan motor - oil cooler

Specifications
134 Power Transmission, specifications
Power Transmission, specifications

Hydrostatic travel system
Hydraulic pump
Designation A4VG 40 DA
Hydraulic motor
Designation A6V M 80 DA
Travel speeds
Gear "1" (turtle) forward / reverse 0-5 km/h (0-3.1 mph)
Gear "2" (rabbit) forward / reverse 0-20 km/h (0-12 mph)
Axles
Front-/rear axles Planetary axles

Designation AP-R 715
Transmission AVG 150
Differential lock Dog clutch with 100% locking effect in
both axles
Actuation electro-hydraulically switchable
Max. floating height of a wheel 245 mm (9.6 in)
Oscillation angle ± 10°
Specifications
Brakes/steering system, specifications 135
Brakes/steering system, specifications

Brakes
Service brake Hydraulically operated drum brake on front axle

Quality of brake fluid Mineral oil
Filling capacity 1.0 litre (0.27 US gal)
Parking brake mechanically operated drum brake on front axle
Steering
Steering Hydrostatic steering unit

Steering pump Double gear pump (pump 2)
Flow rate 25 l/min (6.6 US gal/min)
at engine speed 2300 rpm
Pressure relief setting 18.5 MPa (185 bar) (3626 psi)
Steering cylinders one double acting steering cylinder
Steering lock ± 38°
Specifications
136 Tyre sizes and air pressures specifications
Tyre sizes and air pressures specifications

Tires L20B L25B
Air pressures: bar / psi

front rear front rear
10-16.5 3.75/54 3.75/54 - -
12-16.5 3.75/54 3.75/54 3.75/54 3.75/54

10.5-18 3.25/47 2.5/36 3.5/51 2.75/40
10.5/80-18 3.0/44 2.5/36 3.25/47 3.0/44
12.0-18 2.25/32 2.0/29 3.0/44 2.5/36

12.5-18 2.25/32 2.0/29 2.5/36 2.25/32
12.5/80-18 2.5/36 2.0/29 3.0/44 2.5/36
15.5 / 55 R 18 2.75/40 2.5/36 3.25/47 2.75/40

12.5-20 2.25/32 2.0/29 2.5/36 2.25/32
13.5-20 2.25/32 2.0/29 2.5/36 2.25/32
14.5-20 1.75/25 1.5/22 2.0/29 1.75/25

16/70-20 1.75/25 1.5/22 2.0/29 1.75/25
275 / 80 R 18 2.5/36 2,5/36 2.75/40 2.75/40

320 / 80 R 18 2.5/36 2.25/32 2.75/40 2.5/36
335 / 80 R 18 2.5/36 2.25/32 3.0/44 2.5/36
340 / 80 R 18 2.5/36 2.25/32 3.0/44 2.5/36

365 / 70 R 18 2.25/32 2.0/29 2.75/40 2.5/36
400 / 70 R 18 2.0/29 1.75/25 2.5/36 2.25/32
405 / 70 R 18 2.0/29 1.75/25 2.5/36 2.25/32

335 / 80 R 20 2.5/36 2.25/36 2.75/40 2.5/36
340 / 80 R 20 2.5/36 2.25/36 2.75/40 2.5/36
365 / 80 R 20 2.25/32 2.0/29 2.5/36 2.25/32

375 / 75 R 20 2.0/29 1.75/25 2.25/32 2.0/29
400 / 70 R 20 2.0/29 1.75/25 2.25/32 2.0/29
405 / 70 R 20 2.0/29 1.75/25 2.25/32 2.0/29
The stated tyre pressures are guide values.
Wheel nuts
Tightening torque 290 Nm (214 ft lb)

Specifications
Cab, specifications 137
Cab, specifications
The cab is elastically mounted and complies with ROPS regulations ISO 3471and SAE 1040, moreover the cab
has the FOPS-approval acc. to ISO 3449 and SAE J231.
Whole body vibrations:

NOTE! On construction equipment whole body vibrations are mainly caused by various factors, such as
working mode, ground conditions and the working speed chosen by the machine operator. These factors
are independent from the design of the machine. It is therefore not possible to state one single value
which is representative for the operator's exposure to whole body vibrations.
The values for whole body vibrations stated below are in accordance with European standard EN 474-1,
but are not intended to be used to determine the operator's exposure to whole body vibrations when
using this machine.
According to the present technical standard the appropriate design of the driver's seat serves as the most effective
means to maintain the overall body vibration of a certain machine type at the lowest possible level.
The driver's seat used in this machine meets the criteria acc. to EN ISO 7096:2000, which account for the
appearance of vertical vibrations under severe, but typical working conditions. This seat has been tested by
applying a power density spectrum of class EM 8 (L20B) and EM 3 (L25B) and has a transmission factor of SEAT
< 0.8 (L20B) and SEAT < 1.0 (L25B). The whole body vibrations of the machine measured under real
working conditions, as intended for the machine, are in the range from
0.5 m/s2 up to a short term value of EN ISO 7096:2000 ausgelegt ist, von 0.77 m/s2 (L20B) and 1.13 m/s2 (L25B),
the seat is designed for.
In order to maintain whole body vibrations as low as possible and to avoid damage to the health of the driver when
working with the machine, the following rules should be observed:
Q the operator’s seat should be adjusted to the operator’s weight and height according to the specifications
issued by the seat manufacturer.
Q soil and ground conditions on the construction site should be kept in good condition.
Q the machine should be used as intended. Operation and driving must be matched to the prevailing conditions,
such as ground condition and particular factors influencing vibration.
Noise emission values

Sound pressure level (LpA) determined acc. to ISO 6396 at the operator’s stand is:
In L20B to serial number: 1703000 = 74 dB(A)
In L25B to serial number: 1553000 = 75 dB(A)
In L20B from serial number: 1703001- se decal in machine
In L25B from serial number: 1703001- se decal in machine
The guaranteed sound pressure level (LwA) acc. to EG-regulations 2000/14/EG around the machine is: see
sticker on machine.
NOTE! No modifications must be made to the machine which could result in an increase of the noise
emission.
Specifications
138 Hydraulic system, specifications
Hydraulic system, specifications

Hydraulic pump Double gear pump (pump 1)
Flow rate 55 l/min (14.5 US gal/min)
at engine speed 2300 rpm
Pressure relief settings L20B 20 MPa (200 bar) (2900 psi)
Pressure relief settings L25B 23 MPa (230 bar) (3335 psi)
Tipping cylinder 1 double acting tipping cylinder
Lift cylinder 1 double acting lift cylinder
Secondary pressure relief valves
(shock)
Lifting cylinder (piston area) 32 MPa (320 bar) (4640 psi)
Tipping cylinder (piston rod) 25 MPa (250 bar) (3625 psi)
Tipping cylinder (piston area) 16 MPa (160 bar) (2320 psi)
Special hydraulics 17.5 MPa (175 bar) (2528 psi)
Loading times:
Lifting time (under load) 6.0 sec.
Lowering time (empty) 4.0 sec.
Tipping time 1.5 sec.
Specifications
Dimensions 139
Dimensions
Data
L20B with attachment carrier type Z with P-kinematics and tires
12.0-18
a
4 B 4275 mm 14' 1"
O C 2050 mm 6' 7"
V D 300 mm 1' 1"
a
1 P F 2450 mm 8' 0"
L G 875 mm 2' 9"
M K
N J 2980 mm 9' 6"
X J
Z K 3125 mm 10' 2"
a
3 F H O 56 °
P 45 °
a
2 R G
D R 56 °
U
Y C S S 65 °
T U 145 mm 0' 6"
B
A X 1350 mm 4' 4"
M200003A Y 1615 mm 5' 3"
Z 2885 mm 9' 5"
a2 3830 mm 12' 6"
a3 2160 mm 7' 1"
a4 ± 38 °
Bucket type
Data with P-kinematics Universal Light material 4-in-1 High tip-
and tires 12.0-18 bucket bucket bucket ping bucket
Bucket capacity m³
yd³
0.7
0.9
0.85
1.1
1.0
1.3
1.2
1.6
0.65
0.9
1.1
1.5
Tipping weight kg/m³
lb/yd³
1900
3202
1600
2696
1400
2359
1100
1854
1900
3202
1000
1685
Tipping load, without steering kg 3250 3200 3150 3100 3000 2500
block (ISO-Dis.) lb 7165 7055 6944 6834 6614 5512
Tipping load, full steering kg 2900 2850 2800 2750 2650 2250
block (ISO-Dis.) lb 6393 6283 6173 6063 5842 4960
Lifting force, max. kN 3.0 34.0 33.5 32.0 32.5 38.0
lbf 7868 7644 7531 7194 7306 8543
Ripping force kN 35.0 30.5 28.0 25.0 36.5 --
lbf 7868 7644 6295 5620 8206 --
A Overall length mm 5035 5135 5195 5295 5005 5510
ft in 16'5" 16'8" 17'0" 17'3" 16'4" 18'1"
L Lifting height mm 4060 4140 4190 4285 4070 4890
ft in 13'3" 13'6" 13'7" 14'1" 13'3" 16'0"
V Bucket width mm 1650 1650 1800 1800 1650 1800
ft in 5'1" 5'1" 5'9" 5'9" 5'1" 5'9"
a1 Turning circle diameter mm 8210 8260 8410 8460 8220 8620
ft in 26'9" 27'1" 27'5" 27'7" 26'9" 28'3"
T Bucket depth below plane, mm 120 120 120 120 160 120
max. ft in 0'5" 0'5" 0'5" 0'5" 0'6" 0'5"
H Tipping height mm 2510 2435 2395 2320 2480 3540
ft in 8'2" 7'9" 7'8" 7'6" 8'1" 11'6"
M Reach at full height mm 660 720 765 830 575 1005
ft in 2'1" 2'3" 2'5" 2'7" 1'8" 3'2"
N Reach, max. mm 1475 1535 1580 1645 1390 2140
ft in 4'8" 5'0" 5'1" 5'3" 4'5" 7'0"
Operating weight kg 4300 4330 4340 4390 4460 4670
lb 9480 9546 9568 9678 9833 10295
Data with loading fork Standard version

Distance from centre of gravity 500 mm
Tipping load, tipped (ISO-DIS). kg (lb) 2290 (5049)
Pay load acc. to EN 474-3, 60/80% kg (lb) 1350/1800 (2976/3968)
Effective load 80%, transport position 38° tipped kg (lb) 2200 (4850)
Specifications
140 Dimensions
L20B with skid steer carrier type (optional equipment)

Data
a with P-kinematics and tires
4 O 10.5/80-18
B 4270 mm 14' 0"
V
a
1 P C 2050 mm 6' 7"
L D 275 mm 0' 9"
M K
N F 2425 mm 8' 0"
X J
Z G 825 mm 2' 7"
a
3 F H J 2990 mm 9' 8"
K 3110 mm 10' 2"
a
2 R G O 56 °
D
U P 45 °
Y C S T R 56 °
B
A S 65 °
U 120 mm 0' 4"
M200003A
X 1350 mm 4' 4"
Y 1627 mm 5' 3"
Z 2910 mm 9' 5"
a2 3830 mm 12' 5"
a3 2160 mm 7' 0"
a4 ± 38 °
Bucket type
Data with P-kinematics Universal Light material 4-in-1
and tires 10.5/80-18 bucket bucket bucket
Bucket capacity m³
yd³
0.6
0.8
0.8
1.0
0.95
1.2
1.15
1.5
0.6
0.8
lb/yd³
2200
3707
1700
2865
1400
2359
1100
1854
2000
3370
Tipping load, without steering kg 3200 3100 3050 3000 3000
block (ISO-Dis.) lb 7050 6834 6724 6614 6614
Tipping load, full steering
kg 2800 2750 2700 2650 2700
block (ISO-Dis.) lb 6173 6063 5952 5842 5952
Lifting force, max. kN
lbf
34
7644
33
7419
32
7194
31.5
7082
32.5
7306
Ripping force kN
lbf
31
6876
27
6070
24
5395
23
5170
31.5
7082
A Overall length mm
ft in
5110
16'8"
5210
17'1"
5310
17'4"
5360
17'6"
5090
16'7"
L Lifting height mm
ft in
4100
13'5"
4160
13'6"
4240
13'9"
4350
14'2"
4150
13'6"
V Bucket width mm
ft in
1650
5'4"
1800
5'9"
1800
5'9"
1800
5'9"
1650
5'4"
a1 Turning circle diameter mm
ft in
8230
27'0"
8420
27'6"
8475
27'8"
8500
27'9"
8220
26'9"
T Bucket depth below plane, mm 115 115 115 115 115
max. ft in 0'4" 0'4" 0'4" 0'4" 0'4"
H Tipping height mm
ft in
2465
8'1"
2385
7'8"
2310
7'6"
2270
7'4"
2440
8'0"
M Reach at full height mm
ft in
765
2'5"
830
2'7"
890
2'6"
925
3'0"
705
2'3"
N Reach, max. mm
ft in
1580
5'2"
1650
5'4"
1705
5'6"
1740
5'7"
1520
5'0"
Operating weight kg
lb
4350
9590
4400
9700
4440
9788
4460
9833
4500
9920

Specifications
Dimensions 141
L20B with attachment carrier type Z for L30 attachments

(optional equipment) Data
with P-kinematics and tires
a
12.5-18
4 O B 4265 mm 13' 9"
V C 2050 mm 6' 7"
a
1 P D 320 mm 1' 1"
L F 2475 mm 8' 1"
M K
N G 800 mm 2' 6"
X J
Z J 2990 mm 9' 8"
a
3 F H K 3140 mm 10' 3"
O 56 °
a
2 R G
D P 45 °
U R 54 °
Y C S T
B S 65 °
A U 200 mm 0' 7"
M200003A
X 1410 mm 4' 6"
Y 1735 mm 5' 6"
Z 2950 mm 9' 7"
a2 3880 mm 7' 1"
a3 2160 mm
a4 ± 38 °
With 430 kg additional weight Bucket type

Bucket capacity m³
yd³
0.8
1.0
0.9
1.1
1.0
1.3
1.2
1.6
0.8
1.0
1.2
1.6
lb/yd³
1900
3202
1700
2865
1500
2528
1200
2022
1700
2865
1000
1685
block (ISO-Dis.) lb 7937 7937 7716 7496 7165 6614
block (ISO-Dis.) lb 7055 7055 6834 6614 5732 5952
Lifting force, max. kN 39 39 38 37 35.5 32.5
lbf 8767 8767 8543 8318 7981 7306
Ripping force kN 32 32 28.5 25.5 30.5 --
lbf 7194 7194 6407 5733 6835 --
ft in 17'2" 17'2" 17'5" 17'8" 17'3" 18'3"
ft in 13'3" 13'5" 13'6" 13'9" 13'2" 16'0"
V Bucket width mm 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1900
ft in 5'9" 5'9" 5'9" 5'9" 5'9" 6'2"
ft in 27'7" 27'7" 27'9" 28'1" 27'8" 28'7"
T Bucket depth below plane,
mm 155 155 155 155 160 155
max. ft in 0'5" 0'5" 0'5" 0'5" 0'6" 0'5"
H Tipping height mm
ft in
2380
7'8"
2380
7'8"
2300
7'5"
2230
7'3"
2320
7'6"
3570
11'7"
ft in
725
2'4"
725
2'4"
795
2'6"
865
2'8"
705
2'3"
1050
3'4"
N Reach, max. mm
ft in
1545
5'1"
1545
5'1"
1610
5'2"
1680
5'5"
1520
5'0"
2170
7'1"
Operating weight kg
lb
4850
10692
4860
10714
4880
10758
4930
10869
5070
11172
5185
11431

Pay load acc. to EN 474-3, 60/80% kg (lb9 1450/1950 (3197/4299)
Specifications
142 Dimensions
L25B with attachment carrier type Z

a
4 Data
O with P-kinematics and tires
V 12.5-18
a
1 P B 4265 mm 13' 6"
L C 2050 mm 6' 7"
M K
N D 320 mm 1' 1"
X J
Z F 2475 mm 8' 1"
a
3 F H G 840 mm 2' 8"
J 2990 mm 9' 8"
a
2 R G K 3140 mm 10' 3"
D
U O 56 °
Y C S T P 45 °
B
A R 54 °
S 65 °
M200003A
U 145 mm 0' 5"
X 1410 mm 4' 6"
Y 1735 mm 5' 6"
Z 2895 mm 9' 5"
a2 3880 mm 12' 7"
a3 2100 mm 6' 7"
a4 ± 38 °
Bucket type
Bucket capacity m³
yd³
0.85
1.1
1.0
1.3
1.2
1.6
1.5
1.9
0.8
1.0
1.1
1.5
lb/yd³
1900
3202
1600
2208
1300
1700
1000
1308
1800
2354
1200
2022
block (ISO-Dis.) lb 8377 8267 8156 7937 7496 6834
block (ISO-Dis.) lb 7496 7385 7275 7055 6724 6173
Lifting force, max. kN 41 40.2 39.5 38 37.8 34
lbf 9217 9037 8880 8543 8498 7644
Ripping force kN 37 32.5 29 25 35.7 --
lbf 8318 7306 6519 5620 8026 --
ft in 16'7" 17'0" 17'3" 17'8" 16'8" 18'0"
ft in 13'5" 13'8" 14'0" 14'5" 13'4" 16'0"
V Bucket width mm 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800
ft in 5'9" 5'9" 5'9" 5'9" 5'9" 5'9"
ft in 27'5" 27'6" 27'8" 28'1" 27'6" 28'2"
mm 105 105 105 105 145 105
max. ft in 0'3" 0'3" 0'3" 0'3" 0'5" 0'3"
H Tipping height mm
ft in
2480
8'1"
2410
7'9"
2340
7'7"
2230
7'3"
2410
6'9"
3550
11'6"
ft in
675
2'2"
745
2'4"
815
2'7"
920
3'0"
635
2'0"
985
3'2"
N Reach, max. mm
ft in
1495
4'9"
1560
5'1"
1580
5'2"
1735
5'7"
1455
4'8"
2115
6'9"
Operating weight kg
lb
4800
10582
4830
10648
4340
9568
4900
10802
5010
11045
5140
11332

Effective load 80%, transport position 38° tipped kg (lb) 2500 (5511)
Specifications
Dimensions 143
L25B with skid steer carrier type (optional equipment)
a
4 Data
O with P-kinematics and tires
V 12.5/80-18
a
1 P B 4250 mm 13' 9"
L C 2050 mm 6' 7"
M K
N D 310 mm 1' 0"
X J
Z F 2465 mm 8' 0"
a
3 F H G 840 mm 2' 8"
J 3010 mm 9' 9"
a
2 R G K 3130 mm 10' 2"
D
U O 56 °
Y C S T P 45 °
B
A R 56 °
S 65 °
M200003A
U 120 mm 0' 5"
X 1410 mm 4' 6"
Y 1720 mm 5' 6"
Z 2935 mm 9' 6"
a2 3830 mm 12' 6"
a3 2160 mm 7' 1"
a4 ± 38 °
Bucket type
Data with P-kinematics Universal
Light
and tires 12.0-18 material
bucket
bucket
Bucket capacity m³
yd³
0.8
1.0
0.95
1.2
1.15
1.5
lb/yd³
1900
3202
1600
2696
1300
1700
Tipping load, without steering kg 3600 3550 3500
block (ISO-Dis.) lb 7937 7826 7716
Tipping load, full steering kg 3250 3200 3150
block (ISO-Dis.) lb 7165 7050 6944
Lifting force, max. kN 39 38 37.5
lbf 8768 8543 8430
Ripping force kN 35 31 29.5
lbf 7868 6876 6632
A Overall length mm 5190 5290 5340
ft in 17'0" 17'3" 17'5"
L Lifting height mm 4180 4260 4370
ft in 13'7" 13'9" 14'3"
V Bucket width mm 1800 1800 1800
ft in 5'9" 5'9" 5'9"
a1 Turning circle diameter mm 8400 8460 8485
ft in 27'5" 27'8" 27'9"
mm 90 90 90
max. ft in 0'3" 0'3" 0'3"
H Tipping height mm
ft in
2410
7'9"
2335
7'7"
2300
7'5"
ft in
790
2'5"
850
2'8"
890
2'9"
N Reach, max. mm
ft in
1610
5'3"
1670
5'5"
1705
5'6"
Operating weight kg
lb
4850
10582
4890
10780
4910
10825

Specifications
144 Dimensions
L25B with attachment carrier type Z for L30 attachments

(optional equipment) Data
with P-kinematics and tires
a
12.5-18
4 O B 4265 mm 13' 9"
C 2050 mm 6' 7"
V
a
1 P D 320 mm 1' 1"
L F 2475 mm 8' 1"
M K
N G 800 mm 2' 6"
X J
Z J 2990 mm 9' 6"
a
3 F H K 3140 mm 10' 3"
O 56 °
a
2 R G P 45 °
D
U R 54 °
Y C S T
B S 65 °
A U 200 mm 0' 7"
M200003A
X 1410 mm 4' 6"
Y 1735 mm 5' 6"
Z 2950 mm 9' 7"
a2 3880 mm 12' 7"
a3 2160 mm 7' 1"
a4 ± 38 °
Bucket type
Bucket capacity m³ 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.2 0.8 1.2
yd³ 1.0 1.1 1.3 1.6 1.0 1.6
Tipping weight kg/m³ 1900 1700 1500 1200 1700 1000
lb/yd³ 3202 2865 2528 2022 2865 1685
Tipping load, without steering
kg 3600 3600 3500 3400 3250 3000
block (ISO-Dis.) lb 7937 7937 7716 7496 7165 6614
block (ISO-Dis.) lb 7055 7055 6834 6614 5732 5952
Lifting force, max. kN
lbf
39
8767
39
8767
38
8543
37
8318
35.5
7981
32.5
7306
Ripping force kN
lbf
32
7194
32
7194
28.5
6407
25.5
5733
30.5
6835
--
--
A Overall length mm
ft in
5230
17'2"
5230
17'2"
5330
17'5"
5435
17'8"
5265
17'3"
5580
18'3"
L Lifting height mm
ft in
4060
13'3"
4100
13'5"
4150
13'6"
4230
13'9"
4020
13'2"
4900
16'0"
V Bucket width mm
ft in
1800
5'9"
1800
5'9"
1800
5'9"
1800
5'9"
1800
5'9"
1900
6'2"
a1 Turning circle diameter mm
ft in
8450
27'7"
8450
27'7"
8510
27'9"
8570
28'1"
8480
27'8"
8760
28'7"
T Bucket depth below plane, mm 155 155 155 155 160 155
max. ft in 0'5" 0'5" 0'5" 0'5" 0'6" 0'5"
H Tipping height mm 2380 2380 2300 2230 2320 3570
ft in 7'8" 7'8" 7'5" 7'3" 7'6" 11'7"
M Reach at full height mm 725 725 795 865 705 1050
ft in 2'4" 2'4" 2'6" 2'8" 2'3" 3'4"
N Reach, max. mm 1545 1545 1610 1680 1520 2170
ft in 5'1" 5'1" 5'2" 5'5" 5'0" 7'1"
Operating weight kg
lb
4850
10692
4860
10714
4880
10758
4930
10869
5070
11172
5185
11431

Specifications
Attachments, specifications 145
Attachments, specifications
When selecting working attachments, observe the recommendations of the Volvo CE working attachment
catalogue.
Universal buckets and light material buckets
L20B L25B
Cont- Width Weight Payload Cont- Width Weight Payload
ents mm kg max. kg ents mm kg max. kg
m³ / yd³ ft in lb max. lb m³ / yd³ ft in lb max. lb
0.5 1650 235 1250 0.5 1650 235 1600
0.7 5'4" 518 2756 0.7 5'4" 518 3527
0.6 1650 230 1400 0.6 1650 230 1700

0.8 5'4" 507 3086 0.8 5'4" 507 3747
0.6 1650 250 1400 0.6 1650 250 1700

0.8 5'4" 551 3086 0.8 5'4" 551 3747
0.7 1650 255 1350 0.7 1650 255 1600

0.9 5'4" 562 2976 0.9 5'4" 562 3527
0.7 1650 270 1350 0.7 1650 270 1600

0.9 5'4" 595 2976 0.9 5'4" 595 3527
0.7 1800 395 1350 0.7 1800 395 1650

0.9 5'9" 871 2976 0.9 5'9" 871 3638
0.85 1650 275 1350 0.85 1650 275 1550

1.1 5'4" 606 2976 1.1 5'4" 606 3417
0.85 1650 295 1350 0.85 1650 295 1550

1.1 5'4" 650 2976 1.1 5'4" 650 3417
0.85 1800 280 1400 0.85 1800 280 1650

1.1 5'9" 617 3086 1.1 5'9" 617 3638
0.85 1800 300 1400 0.85 1800 300 1650

1.1 5'9" 661 3086 1.1 5'9" 661 3638
1.0 1800 310 1400 1.0 1800 310 1600

1.3 5'9" 683 3086 1.3 5'9" 683 3527
1.0 1800 330 1400 1.0 1800 330 1600

1.3 5'9" 728 3086 1.3 5'9" 728 3527
1.2 1800 360 1350 1.2 1800 360 1500

1.6 5'9" 794 2976 1.6 5'9" 794 3307
1.2 1800 380 1350 1.2 1800 380 1600

1.6 5'9" 837 2976 1.6 5'9" 837 3527
1.5 1800 405 1200 1.5 1800 405 1500

1.9 5'9" 892 2646 1.9 5'9" 892 3307
Clamshells (4-in-1 buckets)
L20B L25B
0.65 1650 415 1250 0.65 1650 415 1450
0.9 5'4" 915 2756 0.9 5'4" 915 3197
0.65 1650 430 1250 0.65 1650 430 1450
0.9 5'4" 948 2756 0.9 5'4" 948 3197
0.7 1800 475 1200 0.7 1800 475 1400

0.9 5'9" 1047 2646 0.9 5'9" 1047 3086
0.8 1800 490 1200 0.8 1800 490 1450

1.0 5'9" 1080 2646 1.0 5'9" 1080 3197
0.8 1800 510 1200 0.8 1800 510 1450

1.0 5'9" 1124 2646 1.0 5'9" 1124 3197
Specifications
146 Attachments, specifications
High tipping buckets
L20B L25B
1.1 1800 640 1100 1.1 1800 640 1350
1.0 5'9" 1411 2425 1.5 5'9" 1411 2976
Side tip buckets
L20B L25B
0.65 1800 505 1200 0.65 1800 505 1400
0.9 5'9" 1113 2646 0.9 5'9" 1113 3086
0.7 1900 515 1200 0.7 1900 515 1400
0.9 6'2" 1135 2646 0.9 6'2" 1135 3086
0.7 1900 515 1200 0.7 1900 515 1400

0.9 6'2" 1135 2646 0.9 6'2" 1135 3086
Stone buckets
L20B L25B
0.5 1800 300 1200 0.5 1800 300 1500
0.7 5'9" 661 2646 0.7 5'9" 661 3307
0.5 1800 320 1200 0.5 1800 320 1500

0.7 5'9" 705 2646 0.7 5'9" 705 3307
Grab buckets
L20B L25B
0.5 1650 430 800
0.7 5'4" 948 1764
Specifications
Attachments, specifications 147
Dung and hay forks
L20B L25B
-- 1450 140 1000 -- 1450 140 1100
4'8" 308 2205 4'8" 308 2425
-- 1450 240 900 -- 1450 240 1000

4'8" 529 1984 4'8" 529 2205
-- 1750 410 800 -- 1750 410 900

5'7" 904 1764 5'7" 904 1984
-- 1750 550 700 -- 1750 550 800

5'7" 1212 1543 5'7" 1212 1764
Load hook
L20B L25B
-- 840 95 1200 -- 840 95 1350
2'8" 209 2646 2'8" 209 2976
Load hook, extendable
L20B L25B
-- 895 135 1100 -- 895 135 1250
2'9" 297 2425 2'9" 297 2756
-- 1395 135 900 -- 1395 135 1000

4'6" 297 1984 4'6" 297 2205
Specifications
148 Service history
Service history
Service 100 hours Type of service Signature and stamp
Date Hours o Warranty inspection
Date Hours o Service and maintenance
Date Hours o Warranty inspection

o Service and maintenance

Specifications
Service history 149

Specifications
150 Service history

Specifications
Service history 151

Specifications
152 Service history
Alphabetical index
153
Alphabetical index Fuel filter, replacing ..................................................... 103

Fuel system ................................................................. 103
Accidents .......................................................................44 Fuse, air conditioning (optional equipment)................. 133
Actions after fire .............................................................91 Fuses in central electrics (CE)..................................... 132
Actions in case of fire .....................................................91 Gear shifting .................................................................. 49
Additional pump (optional equipment) ...........................79 Greasing bearings ....................................................... 122
Air conditioning (optional equipment)...........................118 Guidelines for reducing vibration levels on
Air conditioning ......................................................41, 118 earthmoving machines................................................... 56
Air suspended operator's seat with seat heating Guidelines when installing aerial ................................... 10
(optional equipment) ......................................................35 Hand gas setting (optional equipment) .......................... 33
Alphabetical index........................................................153 Handling hazardous materials ....................................... 92
Anti-theft device (optional equipment) ...........................25 Heater Engine-independent (optional eqiupment) ......... 37
Anti-theft device (optional equipment) .............................6 High tipping bucket (optional equipment) ...................... 72
Arrival and delivery inspections......................................97 High voltage overhead power line ................................. 58
Attachment brackets ......................................................64 Hose breakage protection.............................................. 32
Attachment carrier..........................................................78 Hydraulic attachment bracket ........................................ 65
Attachments ...................................................................63 Hydraulic circuit no. 4 electrically switchable
Attachments, specifications .........................................145 (optional equipment) ...................................................... 81
Axles ............................................................................113 Hydraulic oil filter, changing......................................... 121
Batteries, charging .......................................................111 Hydraulic oil level, checking......................................... 119
Batteries, maintenance ................................................110 Hydraulic oil, changing................................................. 120
Battery disconnecting switch........................................109 Hydraulic system ..................................................... 6, 119
Battery..........................................................................109 Hydraulic system, specifications.................................. 138
Before service read ........................................................88 Identification number ....................................................... 2
Boom Suspension System (BSS) ..................................70 Information and warning plates / stickers ...................... 12
Bottom instrument panel ................................................24 Inspection of brake linings ........................................... 115
Brake fluid oil, checking ...............................................115 Inspection of parking brake.......................................... 115
Brake system ...........................................................6, 115 Instrument panels .......................................................... 19
Brakes/steering system, specifications ........................135 Intended use .................................................................... 5
Buckets ..........................................................................71 Jump starting with a spare battery............................... 111
Cab ..................................................................................6 Keyboard ....................................................................... 25
Cab, specifications .......................................................137 L20B with attachment carrier type Z for L30
CareTrack (optional equipment).......................................7 attachments (optional equipment) ............................... 141
CE marking, EMC directive ..............................................9 L20B with attachment carrier type Z ............................ 139
Change capacities and intervals ..................................128 L20B with skid steer carrier type
Charging ........................................................................68 (optional equipment) .................................................... 140
Clamshell (optional equipment)......................................71 L25B with attachment carrier type Z for L30
Clamshell bucket (optional equipment) ..........................74 attachments (optional equipment) ............................... 144
Cleaning the machine ....................................................98 L25B with attachment carrier type Z ............................ 142
Climate control system...................................................36 L25B with skid steer carrier type
Communication equipment installation ..........................10 (optional equipment) .................................................... 143
Condition test .................................................................97 Lifting machine............................................................... 53
Container - windscreen washer system .......................117 Lifting objects................................................................. 83
Controls..........................................................................27 Loading fork (fork lift attachment) .................................. 75
Cooling system - engine and travel hydraulics.............107 Lubricating the articulated joint .................................... 123
Cooling system ............................................................107 Lubricating the lifting kinematics and
Delivery instructions .......................................................97 the steering cylinders................................................... 124
Demolition work .............................................................62 Lubrication and service chart....................................... 125
Differential lock ..............................................................69 Lubrication and service chart......................................... 97
Dimensions ..................................................................139 Lubrication points......................................................... 122
Electric locking of attachment carrier type Z Machine view ................................................................... 8
(optional equpment) .......................................................66 Manual inching function (optional equipment) ............... 33
Electric welding ............................................................110 Measures before driving ................................................ 47
Electrical system ..........................................................109 Mechanical Attachment bracket..................................... 64
Electrical system,specifications....................................131 Modifications.................................................................... 7
Engine air cleaner primary filter, cleaning and Noise emission values ................................................. 137
replacing ......................................................................105 Operating instructions.................................................... 43
Engine air cleaner ........................................................105 Operating on public roads.............................................. 46
Engine L20B,specifications..........................................129 Operating techniques..................................................... 55
Engine L25B,specifications..........................................130 Operator Obligations...................................................... 44
Engine oil filter, replacing .............................................102 Operator seat................................................................. 34
Engine oil level, checking.............................................100 Operator’s safety ........................................................... 45
Engine oil, changing.....................................................101 Operators comfort.......................................................... 34
Engine ......................................................................5, 100 Other controls ................................................................ 27
Environmental requirements ............................................5 Paint finish maintenance................................................ 98
Fan operation .................................................................36 Parking........................................................................... 51
Fire prevention ...............................................................90 Power Transmission ........................................................ 6
FOPS and ROPS .............................................................6 Power Transmission, specifications............................. 134
Foreword ..........................................................................1 Presentation..................................................................... 5
Front axle oil, changing ................................................113 Product plates................................................................ 11
Fuel filling .....................................................................103 Protection against electromagnetic interference............ 10
Fuel filter / water separator ..........................................104 Rear axle oil, changing,whith transfer box................... 114
Alphabetical index
154
Rear view mirror heating (optional equipment) ..............41

Recommended lubricants ............................................127
Recovering/Towing ........................................................52
Relays and fuses in the central electrics (CE) .............112
Relays and fuses in the engine compartment ..............112
Relays and fuses in the engine compartment ..............133
Relays of central electrics (CE)....................................131
Road sweeping ..............................................................77
Running-in instructions ..................................................43
Safety hooks on bucket back (optional equipment) .......82
Safety hooks ..................................................................82
Safety regulations ............................................................1
Safety rules when operating ..........................................44
Safety when servicing ....................................................87
Scrap bucket (optional equipment) ................................73
Seat belt .........................................................................35
Service and maintenance ..............................................97
Service history .......................................................97, 148
Service points ................................................................99
Service position..............................................................87
Service programmes ......................................................97
Side tipping bucket (optional equipment) .......................73
Signalling diagram .........................................................84
Skid steer carrier type (optional equipment) ..................78
Special hydraulics at front, electrically
switchable "Up/Down" (optional equipment) ..................80
Special hydraulics ..........................................................79
Specifications ...............................................................127
Starting engine ...............................................................48
Steering system ...............................................................6
Stopping .........................................................................50
Table of content ...............................................................3
Three-phase generator ................................................110
Toothed belt - engine timing ..........................................43
Top instrument panel .....................................................20
Touching up paint finish .................................................98
Transporting machine ....................................................53
Transporting measurements ..........................................53
Travelling on public roads ..............................................46
Twin filter system (optional equipment)........................106
Tyre sizes and air pressures specifications .................136
Tyres ............................................................................116
Underground cables and pipes ......................................59
Universal fork with hydraulic gripper
(optional equipment) ......................................................75
USA Federal Clean Air Act ............................................15
V-belts, checking..........................................................108
Warranty inspection .......................................................97
Whole body vibrations:...........................................56, 137
Windscreen washer system .........................................117
Windscreen wiper - wiper blades .................................117
Working in cold weather.................................................61
Working in water and on boggy ground .........................60
Working on slopes .........................................................60
Working where there is risk of landslip...........................59
Working with forklift attachment .....................................75
Working with loads .........................................................82
Working within dangerous areas....................................58
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Foreword OPERATOR'S MANUAL

NOTE! The information in these operating instructions

Become acquainted with the working capacity

Ref no: 21C1000839

Manufacturer: Volvo Compact Equipment GmbH & Co.KG

Please send comments about the Operator's Manual to om@volvo.com

Electrical system................................................................. 109

In L20B from serial number: 1703001-

FOPS and ROPS

Anti-theft device (optional equipment)

CareTrack (optional equipment)

CE marking, EMC directive

Protection against electromagnetic

Guidelines when installing aerial

1 Identification plate 3 Cab ROPS/FOPS Plate

Information and warning plates / stickers

1 Caution sign - Operation and maintenance

2 Warning sign - Danger area

3 Warning sign - Articulation area

4 Warning sign - Engine hood only to be opened

5 Caution sign - Battery disconnection switch

6 Caution sign - Electric welding

7 Caution sign - Fuel

8 Caution sign - Hydraulic oil

9 Caution sign - Loading or unloading/Lifting

10 Caution sign - Lashing

11 Caution sign - Lever functions

12 Caution sign - Fuse assignment

13 Caution sign - Fuses and relays

14 Caution sign - Sound capacity level

USA Federal Clean Air Act

The following act and the causing thereof are prohibited:

The law provides a penalty of up to $2,500 for each violation.

An example of a prohibited modification is the recalibration of the

You should not make a change to an EPA-certified non-road en-

Normal Non-Road Engine Use

Non-Road Engine Maintenance

In order to document that the proper regular maintenance has

Service Performed By Your Local Dealer

For regular scheduled service or maintenance, it is advisable to

Preventative Maintenance Program

Engine working conditions and ambient temperature influence the

In cold weather conditions, below 32 °F (0 °C), the use of lighter

To avoid excessive deposit formation and to minimize the emis-

Check the conditions of the fuel hoses for:

Check the condition of the fuel tank:

Check the turbocharger:

Keep the manual in the cab so that it is always at hand.

1 Code lock (If installed)

Top instrument panel

1 Fuel level (reserv) 10 Travel direction indicators

– Engine oil temperature

1 Fuel level (reserve)

3 Hydraulic oil filter

4 Hydraulic oil temperature

5 Battery charge control

6 Air filter control light

7 Engine oil pressure

8 Engine oil temperature

10 Travel direction indicators

15 Travel range gear "2" (rabbit)

16 Travel range gear "1" (turtle)