Hitachi EX1200-7B Hydraulic Excavator Operator’s Manual 2007 – PDF Download

Description

Hitachi EX1200-7B Hydraulic Excavator Operator’s Manual

This is the complete operator’s manual for the Hitachi EX1200-7B hydraulic excavator. Whether you are an operator, fleet manager, or technician, this manual provides the essential procedures and safety information needed to run and maintain this machine correctly. Written by Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. and published in 2007, it covers everything from daily pre-start checks to detailed maintenance intervals and troubleshooting.

File Details

• Manual Type: Operator’s Manual
• Brand: Hitachi
• Model: EX1200-7B
• Machine Type: Hydraulic Excavator
• Publication Year: 2007
• Language: English
• File Format: PDF
• Page Count: 450+ pages

Chapters Covered

The manual is organized into the following major sections, with detailed sub-sections under each:

• Safety (S-1 to S-44) — Recognize safety information, understand signal words, follow safety instructions, prepare for emergencies, wear protective clothing, protect against noise, inspect machine, general precautions for the cab, use handholds and steps, adjust the operator’s seat, fasten seat belt, move and operate machine safely, operate only from operator’s seat, handle starting aids safely, jump starting, keep riders off machine, precautions for operations, investigate job site beforehand, install OPG guard, restriction of attachment installation, provide signals for jobs involving multiple machines, confirm direction of machine to be driven, drive machine safely, avoid injury from rollaway accidents, avoid injury from back-over and swing accidents, keep people clear from working area, never position the bucket over anyone, avoid undercutting, avoid tipping, never undercut a high bank, dig with caution, operate with caution, avoid power lines, precautions for lightning, object handling, protect against flying debris, park machine safely, handle fluids safely-avoid fires, transport safely, practice safe maintenance, warn others of service work, support machine properly, stay clear of moving parts, prevent parts from flying, avoid injury from attachment falling accident, prevent burns, replace rubber hoses periodically, avoid high-pressure fluids, prevent fires, evacuating in case of fire, beware of exhaust fumes, precautions for welding and grinding, avoid heating near pressurized fluid lines, avoid applying heat to lines containing flammable fluids, precautions for handling accumulator and gas damper, remove paint before welding or heating, beware of asbestos and silica dust and other contamination, prevent battery explosions, service air conditioning system safely, handle chemical products safely, dispose of waste properly, never ride attachment, notes on aftertreatment device, precautions for communication terminal, precautions for WIU communication equipment, machine fire suppression, visibility map, safety signs
• Machine Numbers — Type, product identification number, engine type, SCR catalyst type, travel motor type, swing motor type, hydraulic pump type, control valve type, sub control valve type, boom type, arm type, bucket type
• Name of Components (1-1) — Full component identification and location
• Getting On and Off the Machine (1-2) — Safe entry and exit procedures
• Operator’s Station (1-3 to 1-135) — Using ladder, operating ladder on ground and upper-structure, about aftertreatment device, cab features, multi function monitor, default setting, basic screen, how to use screens, hour meter, clock, fuel gauge, DEF/AdBlue gauge, DEF/AdBlue level alarm, coolant temperature gauge, operating status icon display, security functions, input password, extending password duration time, alarm occurrence screen, remedy, urea SCR system remedy, aftertreatment device, aftertreatment device regeneration request, main menu, engine output restriction suspend, air conditioner, circulation air mode, air conditioner on/off, radio, work mode, attachment selection, setting menu, date and time, time adjustment, date adjustment, display mode setting, attachment adjustment, flow rate adjustment, attachment name input, auto shut-down, auto shut-down on/off, auto shut-down setting time, auto-lubrication, lubrication interval setting, password change, sub meter, rear view camera monitor, rear view camera on/off, brightness adjustment, language settings, lists of display language, unit selection, display item selection, main menu sequence change, information menu, operation, fuel consumption, breaker operation, attachment operation, travel operation, actual operation, maintenance, maintenance notice, remaining time and maintenance interval, monitoring, switch panel, return to previous screen switch, return to basic screen switch, selector knob, temperature control switch/mode switch, auto/off switch/fan switch, am/fm selector/tuning switch, power switch/volume control knob, engine control dial, auto-idle switch, travel mode switch, power mode switch, work light switch, wiper/washer switch, numeric keypad, switch panel for optional equipment, travel alarm deactivation switch, seat heater switch, rear light switch, overload alarm switch, boom mode switch, fan reverse switch, auto-lubrication selector switch, buzzer deactivation switch, fan reverse system, key switch, power boost switch, horn switch, cigar lighter, using cigar lighter, using cigar lighter port as external power source, external power supply, cab light switch, step light switch, installing fire extinguisher, pilot control shut-off lever, engine stop switch, fuse box, auto air conditioner, features, name of components, controller part name and function, cab heater operation, cooling operation, defroster operation, cool head/warm feet operation, tips for optimal air conditioner usage, for rapid cooling, when windows become misty, off-season air conditioner maintenance, am/fm radio operation, controls on the radio, tuning procedure, station presetting procedure, station auto-presetting procedure, tone control, audio input, cab door release lever, opening side windows, emergency exit, adjusting operator’s seat, handling the roll screens
• Break-In (2-1 to 2-2) — Observe machine closely, observe machine operation after completion of local assembly, every 10 hours or each shift, after the first 50 hours
• Operating the Engine (3-1 to 3-10) — Inspect machine daily before starting, before starting engine, starting the engine, starting engine in cold weather, check instruments after starting, using booster batteries, stopping the engine, engine stop switch
• Driving the Machine (4-1 to 4-10) — Travel levers and pedals, travel operation, forward/reverse travel, ascend/descend slopes, spin turn, pivot turn, travel mode switch, travel alarm, driving position, operating on soft ground, towing machine a short distance, operating in ground condition, parking the machine on slopes, parking the machine, do not travel the machine for a long period of time
• Operating the Machine (5-1 to 5-24) — Control lever (ISO pattern), pilot control shut-off lever, warming up operation, warm-up operation during cold weather, engine speed control, auto-idle, auto-idle on/off, auto shut-down, setting the auto shut-down function, work mode, attachment selection, power boost switch, power mode, object handling, operating backhoe, grading operation, do not strike the ground with bucket teeth, avoid hammer work, avoid abusive operation, never move an object sideways with the bucket, do not use wide track shoes on rough ground, how to lower boom in case of emergency and when engine stops, precautions for after operations
• Transporting (6-1 to 6-4) — Transporting by road, loading/unloading on a trailer, loading/unloading, fastening machine for transporting, unloading
• Maintenance (7-1 to 7-168) — Correct maintenance and inspection procedures, check the hour meter regularly, maintenance guide table, preparations for inspection and maintenance, hood and access covers, maintenance guide, greasing, engine, transmission, hydraulic system, fuel system, air cleaner, cooling system, air conditioner, electrical system, miscellaneous, urea SCR system, periodic replacement of parts, kind of oils, recommended oil viscosity, list of consumable parts, bucket parts, backhoe front joint pins, swing bearing, swing internal gear, grease filter, operating lubricator, grease container replacement, check engine oil level, change engine oil, replace engine oil filters, check and clean around the engine, pump transmission, swing reduction gear, travel reduction gear, inspection and maintenance of hydraulic equipment, check hydraulic oil level, water drain from hydraulic oil tank, change hydraulic oil, bleed air from the hydraulic system, suction filter cleaning, replace pump drain filter, replace full-flow filter element, replace pilot oil filter, replace line filter element, replace tank air breather element, check hoses and lines, drain fuel tank sump, drain water separator fuel filter sediment, replace water separator fuel filter element, replace fuel filter, check fuel hoses, clean fuel cooler core, clean fuel tank breather, clean air cleaner element, replace air cleaner element, clean large air cleaner element, replace large air cleaner element, coolant, check coolant level, check dca4 concentration in coolant, replace coolant filter, change coolant, clean radiator inter cooler and oil cooler core, clean inter cooler front screen, clean oil cooler front screen, clean and replace air conditioner filter, check air conditioner, adjust compressor belt tension, check looseness at each of fastened areas, check at preseason and off-season, batteries, electrolyte level check, check electrolyte specific gravity, replace batteries, replacing fuses, fusible link, check electrical cables and wire harnesses for short circuits, check emergency engine stop switch, check bucket teeth, change bucket, check o-rings in bucket, remove travel levers, check and replace seat belt, check windshield fluid level, check track sag, clean cab floor, automatic-lubrication system, auto-lubrication, manual lubrication, checking indicator pins, check gas damper, check handrails, tightening and retightening torque of nuts and bolts, check def/adblue, refill def/adblue, extendable filler neck, clean filler port strainer, change def/adblue, replace inline filter, replace the def/adblue pump filter
• Hydraulic Circuit and Electrical Circuit (8-1 to 8-7) — Hydraulic system, hydraulic circuit, electrical circuit, electrical diagram
• Maintenance Under Special Environmental Conditions (9-1 to 9-2) — Muddy soil, rainy or snowy weather, near the ocean, dusty atmosphere, rocky ground, falling stones, freezing weather
• Storage (10-1 to 10-2) — Storing the machine, removing the machine from storage
• Troubleshooting (11-1 to 11-16) — Engine troubleshooting, engine auxiliaries, impossible to start the engine, engine not developing full power, engine overheats, coolant temperature too low, low engine oil pressure, engine uses too much oil, engine uses too much fuel, excessive black or gray exhaust smoke, exhaust gas is white, turbocharger noises or vibrates, oil leaking from turbocharger, how to read engine fault codes, electrical system, control lever, hydraulic system, drive function, swing function, engine speed, pump control
• Specifications (12-1 to 12-4) — Specifications, working range (backhoe), working range (be backhoe), shoe types and applications
• Index (13-1 to 13-4) — Comprehensive alphabetical index

This manual is more than a simple operating guide. It is a complete reference for the Hitachi EX1200-7B, giving you the information needed to operate the machine safely, perform daily and periodic maintenance, understand the hydraulic and electrical systems, diagnose common problems, and keep the excavator running at peak efficiency. The maintenance section alone spans over 150 pages, covering everything from greasing points and oil change intervals to detailed procedures for replacing filters, checking track sag, and servicing the DEF/AdBlue system.

What This Manual Enables You to Do

With this operator’s manual, you can confidently handle routine operation and maintenance of the EX1200-7B. It walks you through pre-start inspections, proper warm-up procedures, safe travel and digging techniques, and correct shutdown. The maintenance schedules and procedures let you stay on top of service intervals for engine oil, hydraulic oil, filters, coolant, and the aftertreatment system. Troubleshooting sections help you identify and address common issues before they become major failures. The hydraulic and electrical circuit diagrams give you a deeper understanding of how the machine systems interact.

Having the correct procedures and specifications matters. Using the wrong oil, missing a grease interval, or ignoring a warning alarm can lead to expensive repairs and downtime. This manual gives you the manufacturer’s own guidance, so you can work accurately and safely.

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