Komatsu D85E-SS-2A Bulldozer Operation and Maintenance Manual (SEAM001605)
On a D85E-SS-2A dozer that’s pushing bulk dirt, ripping hard cuts, or working in a quarry, this operation and maintenance manual is what I’d keep handy to keep the machine earning instead of parked. It walks you through how to run the dozer correctly and set up a solid service rhythm so you can spot issues before they turn into failures. If, for example, the machine starts steering a bit lazy or feels weak on a grade, I’d use this book to verify the basic checks and routine adjustments before calling in bigger repairs.
Applications & Use Cases
- Plan preventive maintenance so filters, oils, and wear points are serviced on a steady schedule, not after something breaks.
- Trace early wear in undercarriage, blade linkage, and steering by following the recommended inspection patterns.
- Verify daily and weekly checks operators should do to catch leaks, loose hardware, or abnormal noises.
- Minimize downtime by using the manual to rule out simple operation or maintenance oversights before deeper troubleshooting.
- Train new operators on correct warm-up, shutdown, and working techniques that reduce stress on the machine.
FAQ
Q: Can I use this manual on a tablet in the field?
A: Yes, it’s well-suited to digital use; you can zoom diagrams and search text while you’re next to the dozer.
Q: Should I still print parts of it?
A: I’d print the key maintenance schedules and inspection checklists to hang in the shop or keep in the service truck.
Safety Note
Always follow the manual’s safety guidance and lockout procedures before inspecting, adjusting, or servicing the dozer.
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Komatsu D85E-SS-2A Bulldozer Index:
- COVER
- 1.FOREWORD
- 2.SAFETY INFORMATION
- 3.INTRODUCTION
- 4.LOCATION OF PLATES,TABLE TO ENTER SERIAL NO. AND DISTRIBUTOR
- 5.CONTENTS
- SAFETY
- 6.GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
- 7.PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION
- 7.1 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
- 7.2 AFTER STARTING ENGINE
- 7.3 TRANSPORTATION
- 7.4 BATTERY
- 7.5 TOWING
- 8.PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE
- 8.1 BEFORE CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE
- 8.2 DURING MAINTENANCE
- 9.POSITION FOR ATTACHING SAFETY LABELS
- 9.1 POSITION FOR ATTACHING SAFETY LABELS
- OPERATION
- 10.GENERAL VIEW
- 10.1 GENERAL VIEW OF MACHINE
- 10.2 GENERAL VIEW OF CONTROLS AND GAUGES
- 11.EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS
- 11.1 FRONT PANEL (METERS,LAMPS,SWITCHES)
- 11.2 SWITCHES
- 11.3 CONTROL LEVERS,PEDALS
- 11.4 FUSE BOX
- 11.5 POWER PICKUP CONNECTORS
- 11.6 GREASE PUMP HOLDER
- 11.7 DOOR-OPEN LOCK (MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH CAB)
- 11.8 SASH GLASS INTERMEDIATE LOCK (MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH CAB)
- 11.9 CAP WITH LOCK
- 11.10 HOT AND COOL BOX (MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH CAB)
- 11.11 DOOR POCKET (MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH CAB)
- 11.12 ASHTRAY (MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH CAB)
- 11.13 TOOL BOX
- 11.14 USING CAR STEREO (MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH CAB)
- 11.15 HANDLING AIR CONDITIONER (MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH CAB)
- 11.16 HANDLING HEATER (MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH CAB)
- 12.OPERATION
- 12.1 CHECK BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
- 12.2 STARTING ENGINE
- 12.3 OPERATIONS AND CHECKS AFTER STARTING ENGINE
- 12.4 MOVING MACHINE
- 12.5 SHIFTING GEAR
- 12.6 SHIFTING BETWEEN FORWARD AND REVERSE
- 12.7 STEERING MACHINE
- 12.8 STOPPING MACHINE
- 12.9 PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
- 12.10 PARKING MACHINE
- 12.11 CHECK AFTER FINISHING WORK
- 12.12 STOPPING ENGINE
- 12.13 CHECK AFTER STOPPING ENGINE
- 12.14 LOCKING
- 12.15 WORK POSSIBLE USING BULLDOZER
- 12.16 ADJUSTING POSTURE OF WORK EQUIPMENT
- 12.17 TIPS FOR LONGER UNDERCARRIAGE LIFE
- 13.TRANSPORTATION
- 13.1 LOADING,UNLOADING WORK
- 13.2 PRECAUTIONS FOR LOADING,AND SECURING THE MACHINE
- 13.3 PRECAUTIONS FOR TRANSPORTATION
- 13.4 PRECAUTIONS WHEN REMOVING WORK EQUIPMENT
- 13.5 REMOVING CAB (MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH CAB)
- 13.6 LIFTING THE MACHINE
- 14.COLD WEATHER OPERATION
- 14.1 PRECAUTIONS FOR LOW TEMPERATURE
- 14.2 AFTER COMPLETION OF WORK
- 14.3 AFTER COLD WEATHER
- 15.LONG-TERM STORAGE
- 15.1 BEFORE STORAGE
- 15.2 DURING STORAGE
- 15.3 AFTER STORAGE
- 16.TROUBLESHOOTING
- 16.1 AFTER RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
- 16.2 IF BATTERY IS DISCHARGED
- 16.3 OTHER TROUBLE
- MAINTENANCE
- 17.GUIDES TO MAINTENANCE
- 18.OUTLINES OF SERVICE
- 18.1 OUTLINE OF OIL,FUEL,COOLANT
- 18.2 RELATING TO ELECTRIC SYSTEM
- 19.WEAR PARTS LIST
- 20.USE OF FUEL,COOLANT AND LUBRICANTS ACCORDING TO AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
- 21.STANDARD TIGHTENING TORQUES FOR BOLTS AND NUTS
- 21.1 INTRODUCTION OF NECESSARY TOOLS
- 21.2 TORQUE LIST
- 22.PERIODIC REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS
- 23.MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART
- 24.SERVICE PROCEDURE
- 24.1 WHEN REQUIRED
- 24.2 CHECK BEFORE STARTING
- 24.3 EVERY 50 HOURS SERVICE
- 24.4 EVERY 250 HOURS SERVICE
- 24.5 EVERY 500 HOURS SERVICE
- 24.6 EVERY 1000 HOURS SERVICE
- 24.7 EVERY 2000 HOURS SERVICE
- 24.8 EVERY 4000 HOURS SERVICE
- SPECIFICATIONS
- OPTIONS,ATTACHMENTS
- 26.GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
- 26.1 PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO SAFETY
- 27.USING SEAT BELT
- 27.1 FASTEN THE BELT AND REMOVE IT IN THE FOLLOWING MANNER
- 27.2 ADJUST THE BELT LENGTH IN THE FOLLOWING MANNER
- 28.HANDLING SUSPENSION SEAT
- 29.HANDLING DELUXE SEAT
- 30.HANDLING ACCUMULATOR
- 30.1 METHOD OF RELEASING PRESSURE IN OPERATING CIRCUIT ON MACHINE EQUIPPED WITH ACCUMULATOR
- 31.HANDLING TOWING WINCH
- 31.1 EXPLANATION OF CONTROLS
- 31.2 OPERATION
- 31.3 MAINTENANCE
- 31.4 SPECIFICATIONS
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