This comprehensive Komatsu WB97R-5 Backhoe-Loader Operation & Maintenance Manual provides detailed instructions and guidance for operating, handling, lubricating, maintaining, and inspecting your machine. This manual covers all WB97R-5 models with serial numbers F50003 and up. It serves as an invaluable resource for operators, technicians, and owners, offering a complete understanding of the machine's functionality and ensuring its optimal performance and longevity.

The Komatsu WB97R-5 Backhoe-Loader is a powerful and versatile machine designed for a wide range of construction and utility applications. This model, beginning with serial number F50003, represents a significant evolution in the WB97R series, incorporating enhanced performance, durability, and operator comfort. The WB97R-5 boasts a robust and efficient Cummins QSB4.5 Tier 4 Final engine, ensuring reliable power delivery even in demanding conditions. The machine's hydraulic system, featuring a closed center load-sensing system with variable displacement pumps, optimizes fuel efficiency and responsiveness. Its powerful backhoe, with a maximum digging depth of 18.1 feet, offers impressive excavating capabilities, while the versatile loader arm with a maximum lift capacity of 10,200 lbs delivers efficient material handling. The WB97R-5's operator station provides a comfortable and ergonomic environment, equipped with easy-to-read gauges, intuitive controls, and ample legroom, contributing to operator productivity and comfort throughout long workdays.

Beyond its impressive performance capabilities, the Komatsu WB97R-5 prioritizes operator safety and ease of maintenance. The machine features a robust ROPS/FOPS cab, offering superior protection in demanding work environments. Accessibility to key components for routine maintenance and service is designed to minimize downtime, ensuring optimal uptime and productivity. The WB97R-5 also benefits from Komatsu's renowned commitment to quality and reliability, backed by a comprehensive network of dealerships and service technicians, providing readily available support and parts. This combination of performance, durability, and ease of operation makes the Komatsu WB97R-5 a reliable and efficient partner for contractors and operators seeking to maximize productivity and minimize downtime in their construction or utility projects.