Komatsu PC490HRD-11E0 Hydraulic Excavator Operation and Maintenance Manual (UENAM01950)

Komatsu PC490HRD-11E0 Hydraulic Excavator Operation and Maintenance Manual (UENAM01950)

Format: PDF (Printable Document)

File Language: English

File Pages: 729

File Size: 136.50 MB (Speed Download Link)

Brand: Komatsu

Model: PC490HRD-11E0 Hydraulic Excavator

Book No: UENAM01950

Type of Document: Operation and Maintenance Manual

Categories: Komatsu PDF, PDF

$ 40

Komatsu PC490HRD-11E0 Hydraulic Excavator Operation and Maintenance Manual (UENAM01950)

On a PC490HRD working high-reach demolition, you’re dealing with long hours, heavy dust, and constant load changes. This Operation and Maintenance Manual is what I’d keep handy to set a solid service rhythm, so the machine stays predictable instead of surprising you mid-shift. When, for example, the boom movements start to feel jerky after a week on tough concrete, I’d use this book to walk through the daily/weekly checks, trace possible hydraulic issues, and verify what needs attention before it becomes downtime.

Applications & Use Cases

Plan preventive maintenance so filters, pins, and wear components are inspected and serviced before they cause failures.
Set a realistic service schedule that fits your demolition shifts while still respecting Komatsu’s general maintenance guidance.
Standardize walk-around inspections for operators, helping them spot leaks, loose guards, or cracked attachments early.
Verify correct startup and shutdown habits to protect the hydraulic system and upper structure from abuse.
Support troubleshooting when performance drops, using the manual’s check sequences to isolate likely problem areas.

FAQ

Q: Can I keep a digital copy on my tablet in the cab?

A: Yes, it’s practical to use a digital copy on a tablet or laptop, as long as the file is accessible offline for jobsites with poor signal.

Q: Is it worth printing certain pages?

A: Many techs print the inspection and service-interval pages, laminate them, and keep them in the service truck for quick reference.

Safety Note

Always follow the manual’s safety instructions and lockout procedures before inspecting or servicing any part of the excavator.

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Komatsu PC490HRD-11E0 Hydraulic Excavator Index:

FOREWORD
- READ THIS MANUAL
- SAFETY INFORMATION
- SAFETY LABELS
- NOISE
- VIBRATION LEVELS
  - VIBRATION – OPERATING CONDITION
  - GUIDE TO REDUCE VIBRATION LEVELS ON MACHINE
- INTRODUCTION
  - MAIN USE OF MACHINE
  - DEMOLITION WORK
  - DIRECTIONS OF MACHINE
  - VISIBILITY FROM OPERATOR’S SEAT
- ENGINE TECHNOLOGY TO CONFORM EXHAUST GAS EMISSION
- PRODUCT INFORMATION
  - LOCATION OF PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN)/MACHINE SERIAL NO. PLATE
  - LOCATION OF ENGINE NUMBER PLATE
  - SERVICE METER LOCATION
  - YOUR MACHINE SERIAL NUMBERS AND DISTRIBUTOR
- ABBREVIATION LIST
- SERIAL PLATE
- METHOD FOR CHECKING ENGINE TYPE
- DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
- CONTENTS
SAFETY
- SAFETY
- SAFETY LABELS
  - LOCATION OF SAFETY LABELS
  - CONTENTS OF SAFETY LABELS
- GENERAL PRECAUTIONS COMMON TO OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
  - PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING OPERATION
  - PREPARATIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION
  - PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT FIRE
  - PRECAUTIONS WHEN GETTING ON OR OFF MACHINE
  - DO NOT GET CAUGHT IN WORK EQUIPMENT
  - PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO PROTECTIVE STRUCTURES
  - PROTECTION AGAINST FALLING, FLYING OR INTRUDING OBJECTS
  - ACTIONS IN THE EVENT OF DAMAGE TO SAFETY STRUCTURES
  - UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION
  - PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS
  - QUICK COUPLER ATTACHMENT
  - LARGE ATTACHMENTS AND COMBINATIONS
  - PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO CAB GLASS
  - PRECAUTIONS WHEN RUNNING ENGINE INSIDE BUILDING
- PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR JOBSITE
  - START ENGINE
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR TRANSPORTATION
  - TOWING AND BEING TOWED
  - LIFTING OPERATION BY USING BUCKET LINK WITH LIFTING EYE
  - LIFTING OPERATIONS
- PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE
  - PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR CHECK AND MAINTENANCE
- PRECAUTIONS FOR DEF
  - GENERAL CHARACTER AND PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR ADDING
  - SAFETY RULES FOR STORAGE
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR FIRE HAZARD AND LEAKAGE
  - OTHER PRECAUTIONS
OPERATION
- GENERAL VIEW
  - MACHINE EQUIPMENT NAME
  - CAB EQUIPMENT NAMES
  - CONTROLS AND GAUGES NAMES
- EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS
  - EXPLANATION OF MACHINE MONITOR EQUIPMENT
  - SWITCHES
  - CONTROL LEVERS AND PEDALS
  - OTHER EQUIPMENT
- MACHINE OPERATIONS AND CONTROLS
  - CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENT BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
  - METHOD FOR STARTING ENGINE
  - METHOD FOR OPERATIONS AND CHECKS AFTER STARTING ENGINE
  - METHOD FOR STOPPING ENGINE
  - METHOD FOR STARTING MACHINE (TRAVEL FORWARD AND REVERSE) AND STOPPING MACHINE
  - METHOD FOR STEERING MACHINE
  - METHOD FOR SWINGING MACHINE
  - METHOD FOR OPERATING WORK EQUIPMENT
  - HANDLE WORKING MODE
  - PROHIBITED OPERATIONS
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR WORKING ON SLOPE
  - METHOD FOR ESCAPING FROM MUD
  - RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS
  - EFFECTIVE USE OF HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR
  - METHOD FOR REPLACING AND INVERTING BUCKET
  - METHOD FOR PARKING MACHINE
  - METHOD FOR CHECKING AFTER FINISHING WORK
  - LOCK
- HANDLE AIR CONDITIONER
  - EXPLANATION OF AIR CONDITIONER EQUIPMENT
  - METHOD FOR OPERATING AIR CONDITIONER
- HANDLING RADIO
  - EXPLANATION OF RADIO EQUIPMENT
  - METHOD FOR CONTROLLING RADIO
  - STOW ANTENNA
  - SPACE FOR RADIO CASSETTE
- KomVision
  - PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING KomVision
  - MONITOR DISPLAY
- TRANSPORTATION
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR TRANSPORTING MACHINE
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR TRANSPORTATION
  - SELECT TRANSPORTATION METHOD
  - LOADING AND UNLOADING WITH TRAILER
  - METHOD FOR LIFTING MACHINE
  - SPREAD AND NARROW TRACK FRAME GAUGE
- COLD WEATHER OPERATION
  - COLD WEATHER OPERATION INFORMATION
  - PRECAUTIONS AFTER DAILY WORK COMPLETION IN COLD WEATHER
  - AFTER COLD WEATHER SEASON
- PRECAUTIONS FOR LONG-TERM STORAGE
  - PREPARATION FOR LONG-TERM STORAGE
  - MAINTENANCE DURING LONG-TERM STORAGE
  - STARTING MACHINE AFTER LONG-TERM STORAGE
- TROUBLES AND ACTIONS
  - ACTIONS WHEN RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
  - PROCEDURES FOR BLEEDING AIR FROM FUEL CIRCUIT
  - PHENOMENA THAT ARE NOT FAILURES
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR TOWING MACHINE
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR USING LIGHTWEIGHT TOWING HOLE
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR SEVERE JOB CONDITION
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR DISCHARGED BATTERY
  - METHOD FOR REMOVING AND INSTALLING BATTERY
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR CHARGING BATTERY
  - START ENGINE WITH JUMPER CABLES
  - PROCEDURE FOR CONNECTING JUMPER CABLE
  - METHOD FOR STARTING ENGINE
  - PROCEDURE FOR REMOVING JUMPER CABLE
  - OTHER TROUBLE
  - PHENOMENA AND ACTIONS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  - PHENOMENA AND ACTIONS FOR CHASSIS
  - PHENOMENA AND ACTIONS FOR ENGINE RELATED PARTS
  - IF MACHINE MONITOR SHOWS WARNING DISPLAY
MAINTENANCE
- PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE
  - CHECK SERVICE METER READING
  - KOMATSU GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS
  - KOMATSU GENUINE LUBRICANTS
  - ALWAYS USE CLEAN WASHER FLUID
  - FRESH AND CLEAN LUBRICANTS
  - CHECK DRAINED OIL AND USED FILTER
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR REFILLING OIL OR FUEL
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR ADDING DEF
  - WELDING INSTRUCTIONS
  - DO NOT DROP THINGS INSIDE MACHINE
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR KDPF
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR SCR ASSEMBLY
  - DUSTY JOBSITES
  - AVOID MIXING OIL
  - LOCK INSPECTION COVERS
  - BLEED AIR FROM HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT
  - PRECAUTIONS WHEN INSTALLING HYDRAULIC HOSES
  - CHECKS AFTER INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
  - FUEL AND LUBRICANTS TO MATCH THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
  - CLOSE ENGINE HOOD SECURELY
  - PRECAUTIONS WHEN YOU CLEAN WORK EQUIPMENT CONTROL LEVER
  - HANDLE ANCHOR POINT FOR TIE-OFF
- OUTLINE OF MAINTENANCE
  - HANDLE OIL, FUEL, COOLANT, AND PERFORMING OIL CLINIC
  - HANDLE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
- STANDARD TIGHTENING TORQUE FOR BOLTS AND NUTS
- MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
  - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE TABLE
  - MAINTENANCE INTERVAL FOR HYDRAULIC BREAKER
- MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE
  - WHEN REQUIRED
  - CHECKS BEFORE STARTING
  - EVERY 50 HOURS MAINTENANCE
  - EVERY 250 HOURS MAINTENANCE
  - EVERY 500 HOURS MAINTENANCE
  - EVERY 1000 HOURS MAINTENANCE
  - EVERY 2000 HOURS MAINTENANCE
  - EVERY 4000 HOURS MAINTENANCE
  - EVERY 4500 HOURS MAINTENANCE
  - EVERY 5000 HOURS MAINTENANCE
  - EVERY 8000 HOURS MAINTENANCE
  - EVERY 9000 HOURS MAINTENANCE
ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS
- PRECAUTIONS FOR USING ATTACHMENT AND OPTIONS
  - PRECAUTIONS WHEN SELECTING
  - READ THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL THOROUGHLY
  - PRECAUTIONS WHEN REMOVING AND INSTALLING
  - PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING
  - BUCKET LINK WITH LIFTING EYE
- QUICK COUPLER SYSTEM
  - HANDLING QUICK COUPLER
- HANDLE MACHINE READY FOR INSTALLATION OF ATTACHMENT
  - EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS ON MACHINE EQUIPPED WITH ATTACHMENT
  - METHOD FOR CHANGE-OVER AND CONNECT HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT FOR MACHINE READY FOR INSTALLATION OF ATTACHMENT
  - METHOD FOR REMOVING AND INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
  - METHOD FOR OPERATING ATTACHMENT
  - LONG-TERM STORAGE
  - MAINTENANCE OF ADDITIONAL FILTER FOR BREAKER
- HANDLE BUCKET WITH HOOK
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
- MEDIUM REACH/DIG BOOM
- HIGH REACH DEMOLITION ARM/PIN INFORMATION
- ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS
  - INSTALL ATTACHMENT
  - TRACK SHOES SELECTION
- RECOMMENDED ATTACHMENT OPERATIONS
  - HYDRAULIC BREAKER
K100
- GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
- PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
  - PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING HIGH REACH DEMOLITION WORK EQUIPMENT
  - PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRAVELLING
- SAFETY
  - SAFETY
  - SAFETY LABELS
  - PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
- CONTROL LEVERS AND SWITCHES
  - LOCK LEVER
  - WORK EQUIPMENT CONTROL LEVER
  - ATTACHMENT ROTATION (WITH AUTO-DECELERATION)
  - TILTING CAB MECHANISM OPERATION
  - ATTACHMENT CONTROL FOR OPENING AND CLOSING
  - CONTROL PEDAL
  - ROOF WIPER ONE-TOUCH WASH SWITCH
  - FRONT WIPER ONE-TOUCH WASH SWITCH
- OPERATION
  - EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS
  - MACHINE OPERATIONS AND CONTROLS
  - GENERAL VIEW
  - CONTROL LEVERS AND SWITCHES
  - K100 FUNCTION
  - ENGINE AIR INLET PRE-CLEANER
  - TRANSPORTATION
  - PHENOMENA AND ACTIONS
- MAINTENANCE
  - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
- SPECIFICATIONS
  - WORKING RANGE
  - EXPLANATION OF LIFT CAPACITY CHART
  - WORK EQUIPMENT CONNECTION AND DISCONNECTION LIMITS
REPLACEMENT PARTS
- PERIODIC REPLACEMENT OF DEFINED LIFE PARTS
  - DEFINED LIFE PARTS LIST
- CONSUMABLE PARTS
  - CONSUMABLE PARTS
- RECOMMENDED FUEL, COOLANT, AND LUBRICANT
  - LUBRICATION CHART
  - USE OF FUEL, COOLANT AND LUBRICANTS ACCORDING TO AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
  - RECOMMENDED BRANDS AND QUALITIES OTHER THAN KOMATSU GENUINE OILS
INDEX