Develon DX140LC-7K Crawler Excavator Operation and Maintenance Manual (950106-03083B-EN) (1001 and Up)
This Develon DX140LC-7K usually lives in the rough stuff—construction sites, trench work, pipe jobs, maybe some quarry or farm work when things get busy. This operation and maintenance manual is about keeping that excavator predictable: knowing what to trace, check, and inspect every day so it starts, swings, and digs when you need it. Picture this: you’re slammed on a drainage job, and instead of losing half a day to a blown hose or air in the fuel, you’ve already caught the weak spots because you followed the manual’s service rhythm.
Applications & Use Cases
- Set up a daily walk‑around so you trace leaks, check tracks, verify fluid levels, and catch loose hardware before it becomes downtime.
- Plan 250/500‑hour services so you don’t guess at filters and intervals; you isolate what’s due and do it once, the right way.
- Use it to bleed fuel and cooling systems correctly after repairs, so you don’t fry a pump or overheat the engine.
- Follow the procedures to test and adjust controls, align attachments, and route hoses so the machine feels consistent from job to job.
- When something feels off, use the manual’s steps to systematically test and verify instead of just throwing parts at it.
FAQ
Q: Is this manual searchable on a laptop or tablet, or is it just a flat scan?
A: It’s typically a searchable PDF, so you can jump to sections and run keyword searches in the cab or office.
Q: Can I print just a few sections to keep in the service truck?
A: Yes, you can usually print specific pages or chapters, which is handy when you’re working trackside or in the mud.
Safety Note
Always relieve hydraulic pressure and secure the upper structure before you crawl in to inspect, route, or repair anything around the boom and arm.
Develon DX140LC-7K Crawler Excavator Index:
- DX140LC-7K
- Revision
- Table of Contents
- Foreword
- Intended Use
- Engine and Emission Control System Maintenance
- Machine Capacity
- Attachments
- Product Identification Number (PIN)
- Component Serial Numbers
- Engine Identification
- Your Machine Serial Numbers
- Safety Messages
- EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
- UK DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
- Regulation (EU) 2017/654 Annex XV
- Engine operation and maintenance
- Malfunctions & Inducement
- DEVELON Fleet Management System General Information and Privacy Notice
- Safety
- Safety Decals
- Information and Location for Safety Decals
- Information and Location for Safety Decals (Continued)
- General
- Safe Operation is Operator’s Responsibility
- Know Your Machine
- Proper Work Tools and Attachments
- Pressurized Fluids
- Flying or Falling Objects
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Correction of Machine Problems
- Crushing and Cutting
- Hot Coolant and Oils – Burn Prevention
- Fire and Explosion Prevention
- Fire Extinguisher and First-aid Kit (Emergency Medical Kit)
- Electrical System and Electrical Shock
- Roll-over Protective Structure (ROPS)
- Regulation 8.35(2) of the Mines Safety and Inspection Regulations (1995)
- Transportation
- Obey State and Local Over-the-Road Regulations
- Loading and Unloading
- Transporting Machine
- Operation
- Before Engine Starting
- Work Site
- Mounting/Dismounting
- Cleaning
- Operator Station
- Seat Belt
- Visibility Information
- Boost Starting or Charging Engine Batteries
- Starting Engine
- Swinging or Traveling
- Lifting and Digging
- Operation on Slopes
- Towing
- Attachment
- Equipment Lowering with Engine Stopped
- Engine Stop
- Parking Machine
- Long Term Storage
- Before Storage
- During Storage
- After Storage
- Maintenance
- Warning Tag
- Cleaning
- Proper Tools and Clothing
- Disassembling Precautions
- Use of Lighting
- Fire and Explosion Prevention
- Burn Prevention
- Rubber That Contains Fluorides
- Rubber and Plastics
- Welding Repairs
- Warning for Counterweight and Front Attachment Removal
- Lock Inspection Covers
- Working on Machine
- Accumulator
- Compressed Air
- Track Tension Adjustments
- Supports and Blocking for Work Equipment
- High-pressure Lines, Tubes and Hoses
- Battery
- Environment and Circumstances
- Work Site Areas Requiring Extra Caution
- High-voltage Cables
- Underground Operation
- Working in Water
- Working in Contaminated Environment
- Operation in Extreme Conditions
- Exhaust Ventilation
- Asbestos Information
- Silica Dust Information
- Disposal of Hazardous Materials
- Sound
- Vibration Information
- Operating Controls
- Component Locations
- Operator’s Area
- Operational Controls and Panels
- 1. Start/Stop Button
- 1-1.Starter Switch (If Equipped)
- 2. Smart Key
- 3. Air Conditioning and Heating Control Panel
- 4. 12V Power Socket
- 5. 24V Power Socket
- 6. USB Charger
- 7. Wiper Control Panel
- 8. Engine Speed Control Dial
- 9. After Treatment System Switch
- 10. Cabin Work Light Switch (If Equipped)
- 11. Light Switch
- 12. Travel Speed Selector Switch
- 13. Overload Warning Switch (If Equipped)
- 14. Buzzer Alarm Stop Switch (If Equipped)
- 15. Intelligent Floating Boom Switch (If Equipped)
- 16. Air Compressor Switch (If Equipped)
- 17. Warning Light Switch (If Equipped)
- 18. Mirror Heater (If Equipped)
- 19. Fine Swing Switch
- 20. Quick Coupler Switch (If Equipped)
- 21. Auxiliary Mode Switch
- 22. Emergency Start Mode Switch
- 23. Dozer Lever
- 24. One Touch Deceleration Button
- 25. Horn Button
- 26. Rotating Switch (If Equipped)
- 27. Breaker/Booster Button
- 28. Joystick One Touch Function Button
- 29. Shear Switch (If Equipped)
- 30. Micro Phone (If Equipped)
- 31. Display Monitor
- 32. Around View Monitoring (AVM) Monitor (If Equipped)
- 33. Photo Sensor
- 34. Hour Meter
- 35. Safety Lever
- Display Monitor
- Functional Check
- Setting a Password
- 1. Fuel Gauge
- 2. DEF (AdBlue®) Level Gauge
- 3. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
- 4. Hydraulic Oil Temperature Gauge
- 5. Tachometer
- 6. Audio Display
- 8. Digital Clock
- 9. Favorites Button
- 10. Main Information Selector Button
- 11. Main Information Indicator
- 12. Power Mode Selector Button
- 13. Power Mode Indicator
- 14. Operating Mode/Flow Setting Selector Button
- 15. Auto Idle Selector Button
- 16. Menu Selector Button
- 17. Back Button
- 18. Camera Mode Selector / ESC Button
- 19. Jog Switch
- 20. Mode Symbol Display
- 21. Indicator Display
- 22. Display Warning Symbols
- Warning Pop-Up Messages
- User Menu
- User Menu – Access and Escape Methods
- Around View Monitoring (AVM) System
- Operating Conditions and Instructions
- Screen Components and View Modes
- Displaying Outlines of the Vehicle Area
- Proximity Alarm System
- Sensor Locations
- Sensor Operating Conditions and Settings
- Sensor Alarm Setting
- Operating Range and Display
- Heater and Air Conditioner Control Panel
- Location of Controls and Vents
- Control Panel
- Memory Function
- Additional Operating Instructions
- Miscellaneous Electrical Devices
- Cabin Light
- Safety Lever
- Circuit Breaker (50A, 80A)
- Fuse Boxes
- DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) Audio
- Seat Adjustment
- 1. Forward/Backward Adjustment
- 2. Adjusting Height of Seat and Depth of Cushion
- 3. Reclining Position Adjustment
- 4. Headrest
- 5. Lumbar Support Adjustment
- 6. Seat Heater Switch
- 6-1. Heating/Ventilation Switch (If Equipped)
- 7. Left and Right Control Stand Adjustment
- 8. Left and Right Control Stand Height Adjustment
- 9. Adjusting Height/Angle of Armrest
- Seat Belt
- Seat Belt Locking and Unlocking
- Engine Emergency Stop Switch
- Emergency Exit Glass Breaking Tool
- Miscellaneous Convenience Devices
- Ceiling Cover
- Front Windows
- Door Side Latch
- Cabin Storage Compartments
- Sun Visor
- Sunglasses Case
- Cup Holder
- Storage Box
- Miscellaneous Access Covers and Doors
- Side Door
- Urea Tank Box Door
- Engine Hood
- Air Gun and Compressor (If Equipped)
- Air Gun
- How to Use Air Compressor
- How to Connect Air Gun
- Operation
- To Operate a New Excavator
- Starting and Stopping Engine
- Inspection Before Starting Engine
- Operational Checks Before Starting Engine
- Engine Start
- Hydraulic System Warm-up
- Hydraulic System Warm-up – Cold Weather
- Stopping Engine
- Checks and Maintenance After Stopping Engine
- Wait to Disconnect Indicator
- Safety Lever
- Travel
- Automatic Travel Speed Control
- Travel Control Lever Operation
- General Travel Instructions
- Straight Travel Pedal (If Equipped)
- Operating Instructions
- Engine Speed Control
- Emission Control System
- After Treatment System
- Mode Selection
- Change Machine Control Pattern By Selector Valve (If Equipped)
- Work Levers (Joysticks) (ISO Pattern)
- Work Levers (Joysticks) (BHL Pattern)
- Intelligent Floating Boom Control (If Equipped)
- Dozer Blade (If Equipped)
- Two-Piece Boom (If Equipped)
- Smart Power Control (SPC)
- Operating Precautions
- Working in Water
- Escaping From Mud
- Parking Excavator
- Towing Procedure
- Attachments
- Bucket Replacement and Reversal
- Replacement
- Reversal (If Applicable)
- Hydraulic Attachments (If Equipped)
- Breaker Operation
- Shear Operation
- One-Way/Two-Way Valve Operation
- Rotating Operation
- Quick Coupler Operation
- Lifting Objects
- Lifting Objects with Quick Coupler
- Equipment Lowering with Engine Stopped
- Inspection, Maintenance and Adjustment
- Maintenance Information
- Machine Setup Position for Maintenance
- Handling Oil, Fuel, DEF (AdBlue®), Coolant
- Oil
- Fuel
- DEF (AdBlue®)
- Engine Oil
- Grease
- Coolant and Water for Dilution
- Filters
- Electrical System Maintenance
- Recommend Fuel, Coolant, and Lubricant
- Lubrication
- Symbols for “Lubrication and Service Chart”
- Fluid Capacities
- Table of Recommended Lubricants
- Maintenance Intervals
- 10 Hour / Daily Service
- Boom, Arm and Front Attachment Pins – Lubricate
- Engine Oil Level – Check
- Hydraulic Oil Level – Check
- Fuel Level – Check
- DEF (AdBlue®) Tank Level- Check
- Pre Fuel Filter and Water Separator – Drain
- Swing Reduction Gear Oil Level – Check
- Dust Net – Clean
- Coolant Level – Check
- Window Washer Liquid Level – Check
- Bucket Teeth and Side Cutters – Inspect
- Cooling Fan Blade – Inspect
- Air Intake System and Emission Control System – Check
- Seat Belt – Inspect
- AVM (Around View Monitoring system) – Check
- Mirrors – Check
- Structure – Inspect
- All Switches and Travel Alarm (If Equipped) – Check
- Safety Lever – Check
- Exterior Lights, Horn, Control Console Indicator, Gauge Panel – Check
- Overall of Engine Condition – Check
- All Controls and Linkages – Check
- 50 Hour / Weekly Service
- Perform All Daily Service Checks
- Arm and Bucket Joint Pins – Lubricate
- Dozer Blade Pin – Lubricate
- Swing Bearing – Lubricate
- Fuel Tank Water and Sediment – Drain
- Air Compressor and Tank – Check
- Engine Fan Belt – Check
- Track Assemblies (Links, Shoes, Rollers, Idlers) – Inspect
- 250 Hour / Monthly Service
- Perform All Daily and 50 Hour Service Checks
- Boom and Arm Joint Pins (One Piece Boom) – Lubricate
- Boom and Arm Joint Pins (Two – Piece Boom) – Lubricate
- Engine Fan and Alternator Belts – Check
- Breaker Filter (If Equipped) – Replace
- Air Compressor Filter (If Equipped) – Clean
- Hydraulic Oil Return Filter – Replace
- Pilot Filter – Replace
- Pin and Bushings of the Front End Attachment – Inspect
- Battery Fluid – Check
- Bolts and Nuts – Inspect
- Fuel System Hose Clamps – Inspect
- 500 Hour / 3 Month Service
- Perform All Daily, 50 and 250 Hour Service Checks
- Track Spring – Check
- Swing Gear and Pinion – Lubricate
- Engine Oil and Filter – Replace
- Air Compressor Filter (If Equipped) – Replace
- Air-Conditioning Outer Filter – Clean
- Air-Conditioning Inner Filter – Clean
- Cooling System – Clean
- Air Cleaner Outer Filter – Clean
- Final Drive Gear Oil – Check
- Final Drive Gear Oil – Change
- Swing Reduction Gear Oil – Change
- 1,000 Hour / 6 Month Service
- Perform All Daily, 50, 250 and 500 Hour Service Checks
- Swing Reduction Gear – Lubricate
- Hydraulic Oil Tank Breather Filter – Replace
- Hydraulic Oil Return Filter – Replace
- Pre Fuel Filter – Replace
- Main Fuel Filter – Replace
- Pilot Filter – Replace
- Final Drive Gear Oil – Change
- Swing Reduction Gear Oil – Change
- Air-Conditioning Outer Filter – Replace
- Air-Conditioning Inner Filter – Replace
- Fuel Cap Filter – Replace
- 2,000 Hour / Yearly Service
- Perform All Daily, 50, 250, 500 and 1,000 Hour Service Checks
- Air Cleaner Outer and Inner Filter – Replace
- Coolant – Change
- Hydraulic Oil and Suction Filter – Replace
- Alternator and Starter** – Check
- Rubber Antivibration Shock Mounts – Check
- Perform and Record Results of Cycle Time Tests
- Inspect Machine to Check for Cracked or Broken Welds or other Structural Damage
- Adjust Valve Clearance** – Check
- 4,000 Hour / Biennial Service
- Major Parts – Periodic Replacement
- 4,500 Hour / Biennial Service
- DEF (AdBlue®) Filter – Replace
- DEF (AdBlue®) Breather Filter – Replace
- 8,000 Hour / 4 Year Service
- 12,000 Hour / 6 Year Service
- Hose In-service Lifetime Limit (European Standard ISO 8331 and EN982 (CEN))
- Air-Conditioning System
- Check Control Panel
- Check Air Conditioner Hoses
- Check Condenser
- Check Magnetic Clutch
- Bucket
- Bucket Tooth Replacement
- Bucket O-ring Replacement
- Electrical System
- Engine Cooling System
- General
- Antifreeze Concentration Tables
- Table of Standards for Allowed Tap Water
- Fuel Transfer Pump (If Equipped)
- Handling of Accumulator
- Track Tension
- Venting and Priming Hydraulic System
- Main System Pump
- Hydraulic Cylinders
- Swing Motor
- Travel Motor
- General Venting
- Maintenance in Special Conditions
- Transportation
- Loading and Unloading
- Warning for Counterweight and Front Attachment Removal
- Counterweight
- Lifting Machine
- Specification
- Standard Specification
- Overall Dimensions
- One – Piece Boom
- One – Piece Boom (High Track)
- Two – Piece Boom
- Two – Piece Boom (High Track)
- Disassembled Parts, Dimension and Weight
- Ground Pressure
- Digging Force
- Arm – Tearout Force
- Bucket – Breakout Force
- Working Range
- One – Piece Boom
- One – Piece Boom (High Track)
- Two – Piece Boom
- Excavator Rated Lift Capacity Tables
- Approximate Weight of Workload Materials
- Index
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