Komatsu WA600-6 Wheel Loader Operation and Maintenance Manual (EEAM024501)
On a WA600-6 working in quarry faces, stockpiles, or heavy load-out, this Operation and Maintenance Manual is what I’d keep handy to keep the loader earning instead of parked. It walks you through how to run the machine correctly and set up a solid service routine so you’re not guessing. If, for example, the loader starts feeling sluggish on the climb to the hopper, this is the book I’d use to verify basic operating checks and step through the daily and periodic inspections before calling in bigger repairs.
Applications & Use Cases
- Set up a preventive maintenance rhythm so filters, joints, and pins are checked and serviced before they cause downtime.
- Plan inspections around your shift patterns, matching greasing and walk-arounds to how hard the loader is being worked.
- Trace early signs of wear in the linkage, brakes, or tires by following the recommended inspection logic.
- Verify safe operating practices for new operators so they don’t abuse the drivetrain or hydraulics.
- Minimize unplanned stops by using the manual’s checklists to test and confirm issues before they escalate.
FAQ
Q: Can I use a digital copy of this manual on a tablet in the cab?
A: Yes, as long as it’s a clear scan; it’s handy for quick searches, but protect the device from dust and vibration.
Q: Is it worth printing sections of this manual for the shop?
A: Definitely; print the routine service and inspection pages so techs can mark dates, hours, and any findings right at the machine.
Safety Note
Always follow the manual’s safety instructions and lockout procedures before inspecting, adjusting, or servicing this loader.
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Komatsu WA600-6 Wheel Loader Index:
- FOREWORD
- FOREWORD
- SAFETY INFORMATION
- Noise emission levels
- Vibration levels
- INTRODUCTION
- FRONT/REAR, LEFT/RIGHT DIRECTIONS OF MACHINE
- VISIBILITY FROM OPERATOR’S SEAT
- NECESSARY INFORMATION
- PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN)/MACHINE SERIAL NO. PLATE
- EPA REGULATIONS, ENGINE NUMBER PLATE
- POSITION OF SERVICE METER
- TABLE TO ENTER SERIAL NO. AND DISTRIBUTOR
- MACHINE SERIAL NUMBER PLATE
- FOREWORD
- SAFETY
- OPERATION
- MAINTENANCE
- SPECIFICATIONS
- ATTACHMENTS, OPTIONS
- INDEX
- COLOPHON
- SAFETY
- SAFETY
- SAFETY LABELS
- LOCATION OF SAFETY LABELS
- SAFETY LABELS
- GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
- PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
- STARTING ENGINE
- OPERATION
- TRANSPORTATION
- BATTERY
- TOWING
- PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE
- PRECAUTIONS WITH TIRES
- OPERATION
- GENERAL VIEW
- GENERAL VIEW OF MACHINE
- GENERAL VIEW OF CONTROLS AND GAUGES
- EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS
- MACHINE MONITOR
- SWITCHES
- CONTROL LEVERS, PEDALS
- CAP WITH LOCK
- FRAME LOCK BAR
- TOWING PIN
- BACKUP ALARM
- OPENING CAB, WINDOW DOOR
- HANDLING CAB WIPER
- DUST INDICATOR
- FUSE
- CIRCUIT BREAKER
- SLOW BLOW FUSE
- LUNCH BOX TRAY
- TOOL BOX
- GREASE PUMP
- LOCATION OF FIRE EXTINGUISHER
- POWER OUTLET
- AM/FM RADIO-CASSETTE STEREO
- AIR CONDITIONER
- OPERATION
- CHECK BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, ADJUST
- STARTING ENGINE
- OPERATIONS AND CHECKS AFTER STARTING ENGINE
- STOPPING ENGINE
- CHECK AFTER STOPPING ENGINE
- MOVING THE MACHINE (DIRECTIONAL, SPEED), STOPPING THE MACHINE
- TURNING
- OPERATION OF WORK EQUIPMENT
- SEMI AUTO DIGGING OPERATIONS
- REMOTE POSITIONER
- WORK POSSIBLE USING WHEEL LOADER
- PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
- REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF THE BUCKET
- PARKING MACHINE
- CHECKS AFTER COMPLETION OF OPERATION
- LOCKING
- HANDLING THE TIRES
- TRANSPORTATION
- TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURE
- LOADING, UNLOADING WORK
- METHOD OF SECURING MACHINE
- METHOD OF LIFTING MACHINE
- PRECAUTIONS WHEN DISASSEMBLY OR REASSEMBLING WORK EQUIPMENT
- COLD WEATHER OPERATION
- PRECAUTIONS FOR LOW TEMPERATURE
- PRECAUTIONS AFTER COMPLETION OF WORK
- AFTER COLD WEATHER
- WARMING-UP OPERATION FOR STEERING HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT IN COLD WEATHER
- LONG-TERM STORAGE
- BEFORE STORAGE
- DURING STORAGE
- AFTER STORAGE
- TROUBLESHOOTING
- WHEN MACHINE RUNS OUT OF FUEL
- METHOD OF TOWING MACHINE
- IF BATTERY IS DISCHARGED
- METHOD FOR LOWERING WORK EQUIPMENT WHEN ENGINE HAS STOPPED
- OTHER TROUBLE
- MAINTENANCE
- GUIDES TO MAINTENANCE
- OUTLINES OF SERVICE
- HANDLING OIL, FUEL, COOLANT, AND PERFORMING OIL CLINIC
- OUTLINE OF ELECTRIC SYSTEM
- WEAR PARTS
- RECOMMENDED FUEL, COOLANT, AND LUBRICANT
- USE OF FUEL, COOLANT AND LUBRICANTS ACCORDING TO AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
- RECOMMENDED BRANDS, RECOMMENDED QUALITY FOR PRODUCTS OTHER THAN KOMATSU GENUINE OIL
- STANDARD TIGHTENING TORQUES FOR BOLTS AND NUTS
- PERIODIC REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS
- MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART
- MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART
- SERVICE PROCEDURE
- INITIAL 10 HOURS SERVICE (SERVICE FOR FIRST 50 HOURS ON NEW MACHINE)
- INITIAL 250 HOURS SERVICE
- WHEN REQUIRED
- CHECK BEFORE STARTING
- EVERY 50 HOURS SERVICE
- EVERY 100 HOURS SERVICE
- EVERY 250 HOURS SERVICE
- EVERY 500 HOURS SERVICE
- EVERY 1000 HOURS SERVICE
- EVERY 2000 HOURS SERVICE
- EVERY 4000 HOURS SERVICE
- EVERY 8000 HOURS SERVICE
- SPECIFICATIONS
- ATTACHMENTS, OPTIONS
- HANDLING STEERING WHEEL SPECIFICATION MACHINE
- EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS
- FUNCTIONS OF STEERING WHEEL SPECIFICATION MACHINE
- SELECTING BUCKET AND TIRES
- STARTING IN COLD AREAS
- HANDLING LOAD METER
- OUTLINE OF LOAD METER
- PRINCIPLE OF LOAD METER MEASUREMENT
- POINTS TO REMEMBER TO ENSURE HIGH ACCURACY
- USING LOAD METER
- HANDLING AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM
- METHOD OF OPERATING AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM
- PRECAUTIONS WHEN HANDLING AUTO-GREASING SYSTEM
- TROUBLESHOOTING
- HANDLING BATTERY DISCONNECTOR SWITCH
- EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS
- HANDLING
- HANDLING STARTING AID CONNECTOR
- STARTING ENGINE WHEN USING STARTING AID CONNECTOR
- HANDLING REAR FENDER
- HANDLING MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH VHMS
- VHMS INSTALLED, COMMUNICATIONS TERMINAL NOT INSTALLED
- VHMS AND COMMUNICATIONS TERMINAL INSTALLED
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