Original Illustrated Factory Operating and Maintenance Instructions for Hitachi Hydraulic Excavator Type Zaxis 450-3.

Original factory manuals for Hitachi Excavator Mashines, contains high quality images, circuit diagrams and instructions to help you to operate and repair your truck. All Manuals Printable and contains Searchable Text

Covered models:
450-3
450LC-3
470H-3
470LCH-3
500LC-3
520LCH-3

Format: PDF, 383 Pages
Language: English

Contents:
MACHINE NUMBERS
SAFETY
Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Prepare for Emergencies
Wear Protective Clothing
Protect Against Noise
Inspect Machine
General Precautions for Cab
Use Handholds and Steps
Adjust the Operators Seat
Ensure Safety Before Rising from or
Leaving Operators Seat
Fasten Your Seat Belt
Move and Operate Machine Safely
Handle Starting Aids Safely
Operate Only from Operators Seat
Jump Starting
Keep Riders Off Machine
Precautions for Operations
Investigate Job Site Beforehand
Equipment of Head Guard, Rops, Fops
Provide Signals for Jobs Involving
Multiple Numbers of 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 Person Clear from Working Area
Never Position Bucket Over Anyone
Avoid Undercutting
Avoid Tipping
Never Undercut a High Bank
Dig with Caution
Operate with Caution
Avoid Power Lines
Precautions for Lightening
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
Store Attachments Safely
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
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
Beware of Asbestos Dust
Prevent Battery Explosions
Service Air Conditioning System Safely
Handle Chemical Products Safely
Dispose of Waste Properly
SSAFETY SIGNS/Europe/Asia/Middle and
Near East Model Only
SAFETY SIGNS/North America and Oceania
Model Only
COMPONENTS NAME
OPERATORS STATION
Getting On / Off the Machine
Cab Features
Multi Function Monitor
Outline
Menu Screen (23)
Hour Meter
Fuel Gauge
Clock
Back Monitor Selector
Menu Key
Optional Function Key
Return to Basic Screen Key
Alarm Light
Optional Function Display
Coolant Temperature Gauge
Operating Status Icon Display
Alarm Occurrence Screen
Contents of Alarms
Clock Setting
Attachment Selection (Only Machines Equipped with Optional Parts)
Pump 2 Flow Rate Adjustment (Only Machines Equipped with Optional Parts)
Displaying Operating Conditions
Fuel Rate Display/No Display
Back Monitor Settings
Maintenance Settings
Mail (Optional)
Language Settings
Switch Panel
Engine Control Dial
Auto-idle Switch
Power Mode Switch
Travel Mode Switch
Work Light Switch
Wiper/Washer Switch
Switch Panel (Optional Included)
Fan Rotating Direction Device(Optional)
Key Switch
Power Boost Switch
Horn Switch
Cigar Lighter
Cab Light
Installing Fire Extinguisher (Optional)
Pilot Control Shut-off Lever
Engine Stop Switch
Fuse Box
Additional Fuse Box
Air Conditioner Operation
Auto Air Conditioner
Cab Heater Operation
Cooling Operation
Defroster Operation
Tips for Optimal Air Conditioner Usage
AM/FM Radio Operation
Digital Clock Setting Procedure
Cab Door Release Lever
Opening Upper Front Window (ZAXIS450-3, 450LC-3, 500LC-3)
Closing Upper Front Window
Removing and Storing Lower Front Window (ZAXIS450-3, 450LC-3, 500LC-3)
Opening Side Windows
Opening/closing Overhead Window (ZAXIS450-3, 450LC-3, 500LC-3)
Opening/closing Overhead Window
Emergency Exit(ZAXIS450-3, 450LC-3, 500LC-3)
Emergency Exit(ZAXIS470H-3, 470LCH-3, 520LCH-3)
Adjusting the Seat
Adjusting the Seat (Heater Seat Optional)
Seat With a Built-in Heater
Adjusting the Air-suspension Seat (Optional)
Seat With a Built-in Heater
Adjusting Console Height
Seat Belt
BREAK-IN
Observe Engine Operation Closely
Every 8 Hours or Daily
After the First 50 Hours
After the First 100 Hours
OPERATING the ENGINE
Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting
Before Starting Engine
Level Check
Starting the Engine in Ordinary Temperature
Starting in Cold Weather
Check Instruments After Starting
Using Booster Batteries
Stopping the Engine
DRIVING the MACHINE
Drive the Machine Carefully
Steering the Machine Using Pedals
Steering the Machine Using Levers
Travel Mode Switch
Travel Alarm (Optional)
Operating on Soft Ground
Raise One Track Using Boom and Arm
Towing Machine a Short Distance
Operating in Water or Mud
Parking the Machine on Slopes
Parking the Machine
OPERATING the MACHINE
Control Lever (ISO Pattern)
Control Lever (HITACHI Pattern)
Pilot Control Shut-off Lever
Engine Speed Control
Auto-idle
Work Mode
Work Mode Select
Power Boost
Power Mode
Operating Backhoe
Grading Operation
Precaution for Arm Roll-in/ Bucket Roll-in Combined Operation
Avoid Abusive Operation
Operating Tips
Select Correct Track Shoes
Object Handling --- If Equipped
Overnight Storage Instructions
ASSEMBLING
Precautions for Assembling
Precautions for Slinging Work
Precautions for Operating Machine
Installing Counterweight
Installing Boom Cylinder
Installing Boom
Connecting Hoses Between Boom Cylinder and
Machine
Installing Boom Cylinder Rod
Installing Arm
Connecting Arm Cylinder Rod
Connecting Bucket Cylinder Hoses
Installing Bucket
Final Inspection
Transporting by Road
Transporting the Machine by Trailer
Loading/Unloading on a Trailer
ZAXIS450-3(Backhoe)
ZAXIS470H-3(Backhoe)
ZAXIS450LC-3(Backhoe)
ZAXIS470LCH-3(Backhoe)
ZAXIS500LCH-3(Backhoe)
ZAXIS520LCH-3(Backhoe)
Retracting or Extending the Side Frame
Retracting the Side Frame
Extending the Side Frame
MAINTENANCE
Correct Maintenance and Inspection Procedures
Check the Hour Meter Regularly
Use Correct Fuels and Lubricants
Prepare Machine for Maintenance
Hood and Access Covers
Periodic Replacement Of Parts
Maintenance Guide
AGreasing
Automatic Lubrication --- If Equipped
Front Joint Pins (Backhoe)
Swing Bearing
Electric Grease Gun --- If Equipped
Swing Internal Gear
BEngine Oil
Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil
Replace Engine Oil Filter
CTransmission Oil
Swing Reduction Gear
Travel Reduction Gear
DHydraulic System
Inspection and Maintenance of Hydraulic
Equipment
Check Hydraulic Oil Level
Drain Hydraulic Oil Tank Sump
Change Hydraulic Oil
Suction Filter Cleaning
Replace Hydraulic Oil Tank Filter
Replace Pump Drain Filter
Replace Pilot Oil Filter
Replace Air Breather Element
Check Hoses and Lines
Service Recommendations for Hydraulic Fittings
EFuel System
Drain Fuel Tank Sump
Check Water Separator
Replace Fuel Main Filter Element
Replace Fuel Pre-filter Element
Clean Feed Pump Strainer
Check Fuel Hoses
FAir Cleaner
Clean the Air Cleaner Outer Element
Replace the Air Cleaner Outer and Inner Elements
GCooling System
Check Coolant Level
Change Coolant
Clean Radiator/ Oil Cooler/ Inter Cooler/
Fuel Cooler Core
Clean Oil Cooler Front Screen
HAir Conditioner
Clean and Replace Air Conditioner
Filter Clean Filter
Check Refrigerant (Gas) Quantity
Check Compressor Belt Tension
Clean Condenser Core
Check Looseness at Each of Fastened Areas
Check in-season and Off-season
IElectrical System
Batteries
Replace Batteries
Replacing Fuses
Fuse Box
Additional Fuse Box
JMiscellaneous
Check Bucket Teeth
Change Bucket
Adjust the Bucket Linkage (Backhoe)
Remove the Travel Levers
Check and Replace Seat Beltcheck
Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level
Check Track Sag
Clean Cab Floor --- As Necessary
Check Tightening Torque of Bolts and Nuts
Check O-rings in Bucket Joints
Retighten Cylinder Head Bolt
Inspect and Adjust Valve Clearance
Check Fuel Injection Timing
Measure Engine Compression Pressure
Check Starter and Alternator
Check Water Pump
HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT AND ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT
Hydraulic System
Main Circuit
Electrical Circuit
Electrical Diagram
MAINTENANCE UNDER SPECIAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Maintenance Under Special Environmental Conditio
STORAGE
Storing the Machine
Removing the Machine from Storage
TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine
Electrical System
Control Levers
Hydraulic System
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications (Backhoe)
ZAXIS450-3, ZAXIS450LC-3, ZAXIS500LC-3
Working Ranges (Backhoe)
ZAXIS450-3, ZAXIS450LC-3
ZAXIS500LC-3
Shoe Types and Applications
ZAXIS450-3
ZAXIS450LC-3
ZAXIS500LC-3
Bucket Types and Applications (Backhoe)
ZAXIS450-3, ZAXIS450LC-3
ZAXIS500LC-3
Specifications (Backhoe)
ZAXIS470H-3, ZAXIS470LCH-3, ZAXIS520LCH-3
Working Ranges (Backhoe)
ZAXIS470H-3, ZAXIS470LCH-3, ZAXIS520LCH-3
Shoe Types and Applications
ZAXIS470H-3
ZAXIS470LCH-3
ZAXIS520LCH-3
Bucket Types and Applications (Backhoe)
ZAXIS470H-3, ZAXIS470LCH-3, ZAXIS520LCH-3
Lifting Capacities
Sound Level Results (2000/14/EC)
Vibration Level
OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS and DEVICES
Hydraulic Breaker
Work Mode
Breaker Operation
Precautions for Breaker Operation
Breaker Maintenance
Replace Breaker Circuit Return Oil Filter
Hydraulic Crusher
Stop Valve Operation
Three-way-valve Operation (Machines Equipped with the Piping Common to Hydraulic Breaker and Crusher Operation)
Flow Combining Valve Operation
Precautions for Crusher Operation
INDEX.