Liebherr R980 SME 1543 1786 Hydraulic Excavator Operator’s Manual 44138 – PDF DOWNLOAD

Operation including setup and fitting attachments, elimination of malfunctions,care, disposal of lubricants and fuels

Service including maintenance, inspection and repair work

Transporting or loading the machine

1 Product description
1.1 Technical description
1.1.1 Overview
1.1.2 Uppercarriage
1.1.3 Undercarriage
1.2 Technical data
1.2.1 Vibration emission
1.2.2 CO2 emissions of diesel engine
1.2.3 Sound level
1.2.4 Specifications
2 Safety warnings
2.1 Information on these instructions
2.1.1 Representation of warning messages
2.1.2 Graphic symbols in these instructions
2.2 Intended use
2.2.1 Laws, rules, guidelines and safety regulations
2.2.2 Intended use
2.2.3 Foreseeable misuse
2.2.4 Operating conditions
2.2.5 Disposal
2.3 Description of staff
2.3.1 Personal protective equipment
2.3.2 Requirements for staff
2.3.3 Operating company
2.3.4 Operator
2.3.5 Maintenance staff
2.3.6 Electrical engineer
2.3.7 Refrigeration technician
2.3.8 Slinger 35
2.3.9 Spotter 36
2.4 Signs on the machine 37
2.4.1 Locations of signs 37
2.4.2 Safety signs 38
2.4.3 Information signs 41
2.4.4 Identification plates 44
2.5 Protective devices on the machine 44
2.5.1 Safety lever or folding console 44
2.5.2 Operator’s cab 45
2.5.3 Height-adjustable operator’s cab 45
2.5.4 Tip over protective structure (TOPS) 46
2.5.5 Roll over protective structure (ROPS) 46
2.5.6 Falling object protective structures (FOPS and FGPS) 47
2.6 Emergency equipment on the machine 47
2.6.1 Emergency exit (standard) 47
2.6.2 Fire extinguisher (option) 47
2.6.3 Emergency command devices of machine 47
2.6.4 Emergency stop function of machine 48
2.7 Safe operation 48
2.7.1 Intoxicants 48
2.7.2 Dangerous fuels and operating fluids 49
2.7.3 Transporting machine 49
2.7.4 Access to machine 50
2.7.5 Machine danger zone 51
2.7.6 Visibility 51
2.7.7 Protection against vibration 52
2.7.8 Operation of machine 53
2.7.9 Load-lifting work 55 ~
2.8 Safe work
2.8.1 Hydraulic hammer 56 ~
2.8.2 Scaling tooth 56
2.8.3 Hydraulic scaling tooth …J 57
2.8.4 Machines with height adjustable cab 57
2.9 Safe maintenance 58
2.9.1 Spare parts
2.9.2 Heavy parts
2.9.3 Regular checks
2.10 Modifications to the machine
2.10.1 Modifications, add-ons and retrofittings
3 Control and operation
3.1 Control and operating elements
3.1.1 Overview of operator’s platform
3.1.2 Control unit A
3.1.3 Control unit B
3.2 Display
3.2.1 Display
3.2.2 Status symbols
3.2.3 Start page menu
3.2.4 Camera menu
3.2.5 Air conditioning
3.2.6 Operating status menu
3.2.7 Diesel particulate filter submenu (option)
3.2.8 Sensor-controlled low idle automatic and automatic engine stop
submenu (option)
3.2.9 Measurement displays submenu
3.2.10 System settings menu
3.2.11 Operating hour meter submenu
3.2.12 Windscreen wiper interval submenu
3.2.13 Radio remote control submenu
3.2.14 Display brightness and display volume submenu
3.2.15 Camera image contrast submenu
3.2.16 Camera return time submenu
3.2.17 Unit selection submenu
3.2.18 Time zone submenu
3.2.19 Time format and date format submenu
3.2.20 Language selection submenu
3.2.21 Test system submenu
3.2.22 Brightness of LED headlights submenu (option)
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3.2.23 Unlocking with PIN code (option) submenu 90
3.2.24 Electrical outputs submenu 91
3.2.25 Electrical inputs submenu 91
3.2.26 Function settings menu 92
3.2.27 Central lubrication system submenu (option) 93
3.2.28 Maintenance submenu 94
3.2.29 SF submenu 96
3.2.30 Hoist cylinder shut-off and stick cylinder shut-off submenu (option) 99
3.2.31 Deactivating automatic flow rate reduction submenu 99
3.2.32 Automatic reversible fan drive submenu (option) 100
3.2.33 Control valve block bleeding submenu 100
3.2.34 Priority between lifting boom and turning uppercarriage submenu 101
3.2.35 Priority between working tool and working attachment submenu 101
3.2.36 Extended access submenu 102
3.2.37 Information menu 102
3.2.38 Operating hours submenu 103
3.2.39 Fuel consumption submenu 104
3.2.40 CodingKey submenu 105
3.2.41 Tool Control menu 105
3.2.42 Tool Control symbols 106
3.2.43 Service codes menu 107
3.3 Control 109
3.3.1 Battery main switch 109
3.3.2 Entering and exiting machine 110
3.3.3 Emergency exit 111
3.3.4 Fire extinguisher (option) 112
3.3.5 Folding console 112
3.3.6 Operator’s seat 114
3.3.7 Safety belt 121 ~
3.3.8 Horn
3.3.9 Tilting operator’s cab (option) 123 ~
3.3.10 Sun blinds 124
3.3.11 Side windows 126 …J
3.3.12 Viewing devices 127
3.3.13 Lighting 133
3.3.14 Cab lighting system 134
3.3.15 Windscreen wipers 135
3.3.16 Auxiliary heater (option) 135
3.4 Operation 137
3.4.1 Inspection tour before putting into service 137
3.4.2 Refuelling 138
3.4.3 Refuelling with the electric refuelling pump (option) 139
3.4.4 Refuelling diesel exhaust fluid 141
3.4.5 Immobiliser (option) 142
3.4.6 Preparing machine for dust intensive application 143
3.4.7 Preparing machine for use in biologically sensitive areas 144
3.4.8 Starting diesel engine 144
3.4.9 Bringing machine to operating temperature 145
3.4.10 Engine speed and operating mode 146
3.4.11 After starting 147
3.4.12 Sensor-controlled low idle automatic 148
3.4.13 Automatic engine shut-off after idling (option) 149
3.4.14 Shutting off diesel engine 149
3.4.15 Travelling and braking 151
3.4.16 Travel alarm (option) 155
3.4.17 Controlling working attachment 155
3.4.18 Turning and braking uppercarriage 158
3.4.19 Turning alarm (option) 160
3.4.20 Float position of bottom dump shovel attachment 161
3.4.21 Hoist cylinder protection of backhoe bucket attachment (option) 164
3.4.22 Stick cylinder protection 166
3.4.23 Controlling special working attachment without mini-joystick (option) 167
3.4.24 Controlling special working attachment with mini-joystick (option) 169
3.4.25 Control changeover (option) 172
3.4.26 Changing over control of right mini-joystick (option) 174
3.4.27 Changing over control of left double pedal (option) 176 ;;;
3.4.28 Changing over control of joystick control (option) 178 LL
3.4.29 Reversing fan drive for radiator cleaning (option) 179
3.5 Shut-off functions 181
3.5.1 Stick cylinder shut-off and hoist cylinder shut-off (option) 181
3.5.2 Overload warning system (option) 184
3.6 General working methods 186
3.6.1 Working without damaging machine 186
3.6.2 Putting machine in working position 188
3.6.3 Travelling on slopes 188
3.6.4 Travelling under obstacles 190
3.6.5 Working on slope 190
3.6.6 Working with backhoe bucket 191
3.6.7 Ground surface grading 192
3.6.8 Working with hydraulic hammer 193
3.6.9 Working with scaling tooth 195
3.6.10 Working with the grapple 196
3.6.11 Working with clamshell 196
3.6.12 Handling loads 198
3.6.13 Loading transport vehicle 199
3.6.14 Lifting loads 199
3.6.15 Lifting loads with quick coupler 200
3.6.16 Lifting loads with load lift hook (option) 201
3.7 Installing and removing working attachment 203
3.7.1 Installing and removing working attachment pins 203
3.7.2 Installing and removing bucket 203
3.7.3 Installing and removing bucket with special seal 205
3.7.4 Using quick coupler 206
3.7.5 Installing and removing grapple on the stick 206
3.7.6 Installing and removing grapple on industrial stick 208
3.7.7 Installing and removing stick 210
3.7.8 Installing and removing boom 210
3.8 Parking machine 211
3.8.1 Parking machine on level ground 211 ~
3.8.2 Parking machine on a slope
3.9 Installing and removing the counterweight 213 ~
3.10 Transport 215 …J
3.10.1 Driving machine onto low-loader (machine transporter) 215
3.10.2 Lifting machine 216
3.10.3 Tying down machine
3.11 Emergency operation
3.11.1 Using emergency mode
3.11.2 Jump starting
3.11.3 Lowering working attachment in an emergency
3.11.4 Lowering operator’s cab in an emergency (option)
3.11.5 Central lubrication system
3.11.6 Towing
4 Malfunctions
4.1 Service code tables
4.1.1 Warning symbols
4.1.2 SCR system
4.2 Fault – Cause – Remedy
4.2.1 Diesel engine and fuel system
4.2.2 Hydraulic system
4.2.3 Travel gear
4.2.4 Electrical system
4.2.5 Heating, ventilation and air conditioning unit
4.2.6 Working attachment
4.3 Problem remedy
4.3.1 Fuses and relays
5 Maintenance
5.1 Inspection and maintenance schedule
5.2 Filling quantities and lubrication chart
5.2.1 Filling quantities
5.2.2 Lubrication chart
5.3 Fuels, lubricants and operating fluids
5.3.1 Diesel fuels
5.3.2 Diesel exhaust fluids
5.3.3 Engine oils
5.3.4 Refrigerant
5.3.5 Coolant
5.3.6 Hydraulic oils
5.3.7 Gear oils 266
5.3.8 Pump distributor gear oils 267
5.3.9 Greases 268
5.3.10 Windscreen washer fluid 269
5.3.11 Lubricants and care products for electrical and mechanical systems 269
5.4 Access points for maintenance work 270
5.4.1 Access points on uppercarriage 270
5.4.2 Access points under the uppercarriage 271
5.4.3 Access points on undercarriage 272
5.5 Preparing for maintenance 273
5.5.1 Maintenance procedures 273
5.5.2 Safety instructions 274
5.5.3 Putting machine in maintenance position 275
5.6 General maintenance 277
5.6.1 Welding 277
5.6.2 Bleeding hydraulic cylinders 277
5.6.3 Applying corrosion protection to piston rods 278
5.6.4 Cleaning the machine 279
5.6.5 Cleaning travel gear 280
5.6.6 Cleaning fan and radiator 281
5.6.7 Corrosion protection 281
5.7 Complete machine 292
5.7.1 Checking machine for proper condition and tightness 292
5.7.2 Visual inspection before putting into service 292
5.7.3 Lubricating bearings on machine and working attachment 292
5.7.4 Checking components for cracks 294
5.7.5 Filling in sample data sheet 296
5.8 Drive group 302
5.8.1 Diesel engine: Putting in maintenance position 302 ~
5.8.2 Diesel engine: Checking oil level
5.8.3 Fuel pre-filter: Draining water 304 ~
5.8.4 Fuel tank: Draining water and sediments 305
5.8.5 Fuel fine filter: Replacing filter cartridge 305 …J
5.8.6 Air filter: Emptying dust collecting tank 307
5.8.7 Air filter: Replacing main filter cartridge 308
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5.8.8 Pump distributor gear: Checking oil level
5.8.9 Diesel particulate filter (option): Activating and deactivating
regeneration
5.8.10 Diesel exhaust fluid tank: Cleaning sieve
5.9 Cooling system
5.9.1 Checking coolant level
5.9.2 Coolant: Checking concentration
5.10 Working hydraulics 319
5.10.1 Depressurising hydraulic system 319
5.10.2 Hydraulic tank: Checking oil level 320
5.10.3 Hydraulic tank: Draining water and sediments 322
5.10.4 Bypass filter (option): Checking level of contamination of filter cartridge 323
5.10.5 Bleeding control valve block 323
5.10.6 Hydraulic hoses: Checking condition and tightness 324
5.11 Electrical system 325
5.11.1 General information 325
5.12 Travel gear 326
5.12.1 Checking track tension 326
5.12.2 Tightening track 327
5.12.3 Slackening track 328
5.12.4 Determining track type 329
5.12.5 Checking tracks, sprocket wheels, idler-wheels, carrier rollers and track
rollers for wear 330
5.12.6 Visual inspection of travel gear components 330
5.13 Working attachment 331
5.13.1 Lubricating working tool 331
5.13.2 Checking pin bearings for wear 331
5.13.3 Changing bucket teeth with Z system 332
5.14 Operator’s cab, heating and air conditioning 334
5.14.1 Filling with windscreen washer fluid
5.14.2 Heating: Checking function
5.14.3 Auxiliary heater (option): Checking function
5.14.4 Switching on air conditioning unit
5.14.5 Cleaning pre-filter
5.15 Lubrication system

5.15.1 Lubrication system (option): Topping up grease
5.15.2 Checking lubrication of bearings (grease collar)
5.16 Slewing gearbox and slewing ring
5.16.1 Slewing gearbox: Checking oil level 340
Appendix
6.1 Pre-tightening torque and turning angle
6.1.1 Procedure
Index