Takeuchi TL8R2 Track Loader Operators Manual (AR6EN016)

Takeuchi TL8R2 Track Loader Operators Manual (AR6EN016) (SN 408000006-)

On a TL8R2 track loader that’s grading pads, loading trucks, or backfilling on rough, uneven sites, this operators manual is what I’d keep handy to run the machine properly and avoid beating it up. It walks you through how the controls should feel, what the machine should do under load, and the daily checks that keep you from losing time to simple failures. If, for example, the loader starts nosing down on slopes or feels jumpy when you feather the joystick, this is the guide I’d use to verify correct operating procedures before assuming there’s a hydraulic or drive fault.

Applications & Use Cases

Learn correct control use so the machine tracks straight, lifts smoothly, and doesn’t jerk under load.
Set up safe operating habits when working near trenches, stockpiles, and tight access points.
Plan daily inspections to catch loose tracks, leaking hoses, or low fluids before a shift.
Understand machine behavior on slopes to avoid overloading, sliding, or tipping on soft or uneven ground.
Reduce wear on undercarriage and attachments by learning proper travel, turning, and loading techniques.

FAQ

Q: Can I keep this manual on a tablet or phone in the cab?

A: Yes, a digital copy works well; just make sure it’s downloaded so you can open it without a signal on remote jobs.

Q: Is it worth printing parts of this manual?

A: I’d print the daily checks and control descriptions, laminate them, and keep them in the cab for quick reference during startup.

Safety Note

Always follow the manual’s operating limits and visibility guidance before moving the loader, especially on slopes or near people.

📘 Show Index

Takeuchi TL8R2 Track Loader Index:

Cover page
Safety alert symbol
- Signal words
- Introduction
  - Foreword
  - Manual storage compartment
  - Serial numbers
- Machine description
  - Front, rear, left and right
  - Designated operations
  - Break-in period
- Notes on reading this manual
- Abbreviation used in this manual
- Revision history
Safety
- General precautions
- Precautions when preparing
- Precautions when starting
- Precautions when operating
- Precautions when stopping
- Precautions when transporting
- Precautions on maintenance
- Safety signs (decals)
Controls
- Names of components
- Covers
  - Ignition key
  - Fuel filler port
  - Engine hood
  - Rear door
- Cab
  - Cab door
  - Side Window
  - Sun visor (If equipped)
  - Emergency exit
- Lift arm stopper
- Seat and seat belt
  - Seat
  - Seat belt
  - 3-point seat belt (optional)
- Multi-information display
  - Home screen
  - Camera screen
  - Warning lamps
  - Indicators
  - Screen control key
  - Screen navigation
  - Switching images
- Switches
  - Ignition switch
  - Engine shutdown switch
  - Horn button
  - Float button
  - Throttle controller
  - Multifunction buttons
  - Auxiliary hydraulic switches
  - Travel speed button
  - Front wiper switch (If equipped) Front washer switch (If equipped) Rear wiper switch (If equipped)
  - Light switch
  - DPF manual regeneration/inhibit select switch
  - Parking brake switch (If equipped)
  - 14-pin connector G/H select switch (If equipped)
  - Hydraulic system unlock switch
- Levers and Pedal
  - Safety Bar
  - Throttle pedal
  - Right control lever
  - Left control lever
- Accessories
  - Air conditioner (If equipped)
  - Power supply socket
  - Interior light
  - Radio (JHD910) for machines with an optional cab
  - Radio (JHD922BT) for machines with an optional cab
  - Auxiliary hydraulic lines (optional)
  - High-Flow Hydraulic System (If equipped)
  - Lift arm lower button
  - Active power control
  - Mirrors
  - Camera
  - Auto camera mode
Operation
- Before starting operation
  - Getting on or off the machine
  - Walk-around inspection
  - Daily inspection
- Starting and stopping the engine
  - Before starting the engine
  - Starting the engine
  - Warming up the engine
  - Stopping the engine
- Operating the machine
  - Lever pattern (ISO)
  - Warming up the machine (hydraulic oil)
  - Inspection after warm-up
  - Traveling the machine
  - Stopping travel
  - Operating the working equipment
- Operating procedures
  - Prohibited operations
  - Cautions on operating
  - Cautions on traveling on slopes
  - Operations possible with this machine
- Parking the machine
  - Parking
  - Inspection and checks after stopping the engine
- Handling in cold climates
  - Preparing for cold climates
  - Cautions after operations
  - After the cold climate
- Handling rubber tracks
  - Prohibitions
  - Cautions
  - Preventing the rubber tracks from coming off
- Handling the engine
  - Prohibitions
  - Cautions
  - Diesel fuel
Transport
- Loading and unloading
- Hoisting the machine
- Securing the machine
Maintenance
- General
  - Maintenance overview
  - Cautions on maintenance
- Service data
  - Fuel and lubricant table
  - Regularly replace the hydraulic oil
  - Hydraulic system specifications
  - List of consumables
  - List of tools (If equipped)
  - List of tightening torques
- Safety-critical parts
- Maintenance list
- Walk-around inspection
  - Inspecting by opening the engine hood and rear door
  - Inspecting by walking around the machine
  - Inspecting while sitting in the operator’s seat
- Daily inspection (every 10 hours)
  - Inspecting and replenishing the coolant
  - Inspecting and replenishing the engine oil
  - Inspecting the water separator
  - Inspecting the fuel level
  - Inspecting the hydraulic oil tank level and replenishing
  - Inspecting and removing combustible materials from the rear and belly of machine
  - Lubricating the working equipment
- After the initial 50 hours (only for new machines)
  - Replacing the engine oil and the oil filter
  - Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter
  - Replacing the pilot line filter
  - Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt
  - Inspecting and adjusting the compressor belt (AC)
- Every 50 hours
  - Inspecting and adjusting the track tension
  - Draining the water from the fuel tank
  - Inspecting the battery fluid level and replenishing
  - Inspecting the bucket stoppers (bolts/nuts)
  - Inspecting for and removing any combustibles around the battery
- After the initial 250 hours (only for new machines)
  - Replacing the travel motor gear oil
- Every 250 hours
  - Inspecting and adjusting the fan belt
  - Inspecting and adjusting the compressor belt (AC)
  - Replacing the air cleaner element
  - Cleaning the radiator fins and the oil cooler fins
  - Cleaning the condenser (AC)
  - Cleaning the air filters (AC)
  - Inspecting the refrigerant (gas) level (AC)
- Every 500 hours
  - Replacing the engine oil and the oil filter
  - Replacing the hydraulic oil return filter
  - Replacing the pilot line filter
  - Replacing the travel motor gear oil
  - Replacing the fuel filter
  - Replacing the water separator filter
  - Replacing the fan belt
  - Adjusting or replacing the bucket stoppers (bolts/nuts)
  - Cleaning the water jacket (inside the radiator)
- Every 1000 hours
  - Cleaning the engine cooling system
  - Replacing the hydraulic oil and cleaning the suction strainer
  - Inspecting and adjusting the engine valve clearance
- Every 1500 hours
  - Replacing the oil separator element
  - Inspecting the injector tip
  - Inspecting the EGR cooler
  - Inspecting the PCV valve
- Every 3000 hours
  - Inspecting the turbocharger
  - Inspecting the EGR system
- Every 6000 hours
  - Cleaning the DPF
- When required
  - Replacing the bucket or attachment
  - Inspecting and replenishing the windshield washer fluid
  - Lubricating the levers
  - Inspecting the rubber tracks
  - Draining the water from the water separator
- Every year
  - Replacing the receiver drier
  - Inspecting the DPF differential pressure pipe and hose
  - Inspecting the EGR piping
  - Inspecting the air-intake line
  - Inspecting the exhaust manifold
- Tilting up the canopy (cab)
- Maintenance during extended storage period
Troubleshooting
- Symptoms that are not malfunctions
- If the engine overheats
- If the battery goes dead
- If a fuse blows
  - Inspecting and replacing the fuse
  - Inspecting the fusible link
- Restarting after adding fuel
  - Bleeding air from the fuel system
- If a warning lamp flashes
- Vehicle error code list
- Engine error code list
- Other symptoms
- Lowering the lift arms to the ground
- Towing
- If the cab or canopy is damaged
- Exhaust gas control system error
  - Error code list
  - NOx control diagnostic system (NCD)
  - Particulate control diagnostic system (PCD)
  - Limiting the engine output
Specifications
- Basic Specifications
- Machine dimensions
- Operating ranges
Options
- General precautions
  - Safety precautions
  - Cautions when installing attachments
  - Cautions when operating attachments
- Hydraulic quick-hitch
  - Replacing the Bucket or Attachment
- Quick-Couplers
- Creep mode
- Two-speed travel with automatic shift
- Seat (with a switch function)
- Optional equipment mass
- Optional products for cab and Canopy
- Takeuchi Fleet Management (TFM)
- Installing optional equipment on the rear of the machine
- Block heater connection cable