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File Language: English
File Pages: 401
File Size: 10.72 MB (Speed Download Link)
Brand: Komatsu
Model: PC500LC-8 Hydraulic Excavator
Book No: PEN00955-03
Type of Document: Operation and Maintenance Manual
$ 40
On a PC500LC-8 that lives in quarries, mass excavation, and heavy construction, this Operation and Maintenance manual is what I lean on to keep the machine earning instead of parked. It walks you through how to run the excavator correctly and set up a solid service rhythm, so you’re not guessing when to grease, inspect, or adjust. If an operator reports slow boom response at the start of shift, I’ll use this book to verify the basic checks first—warm‑up procedures, inspection points, and routine maintenance items—before chasing more complex hydraulic issues.
Applications & Use Cases
FAQ
Q: Can I keep a digital copy on a tablet in the cab?
A: Yes, it’s handy to have it loaded on a tablet or laptop so operators and techs can quickly search procedures on site.
Q: Is it worth printing certain pages?
A: I’d print the inspection checklists and routine service pages and keep them in a binder in the service truck.
Safety Note
Always follow the manual’s safety instructions and lockout procedures before inspecting, adjusting, or servicing the excavator.
CONTENTS
FOREWORD 1- 1
READ THIS MANUAL 1- 2
SAFETY INFORMATION 1- 3
INTRODUCTION 1- 4
USE OF MACHINE 1- 4
DIRECTIONS OF MACHINE 1- 4
VISIBILITY FROM OPERATOR’S SEAT 1- 5
PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE 1- 6
PRODUCT INFORMATION 1- 7
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN)/MACHINE SERIAL NO. PLATE 1- 7
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER PLATE AND ITS LOCATION 1- 7
SERVICE METER LOCATION 1- 8
YOUR MACHINE SERIAL NUMBERS AND DISTRIBUTOR 1- 8
SAFETY 2- 1
SAFETY 2- 2
SAFETY LABELS 2- 5
LOCATION OF SAFETY LABELS 2- 5
SAFETY LABELS 2- 6
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS COMMON TO OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 13
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING OPERATION 2- 13
PREPARATIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION 2- 13
FIRE PREVENTION 2- 15
PRECAUTIONS WHEN GETTING ON OR OFF MACHINE 2- 16
DO NOT GET CAUGHT IN WORK EQUIPMENT 2- 18
PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO PROTECTIVE STRUCTURES 2- 18
PROTECTION AGAINST FALLING, FLYING, INTRUDING OBJECTS 2- 19
UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION 2- 20
PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS 2- 20
PRECAUTIONS RELATED TO CAB GLASS 2- 20
PRECAUTIONS WHEN RUNNING ENGINE INSIDE BUILDING 2- 20
PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION 2- 21
PRECAUTIONS FOR JOBSITE 2- 21
STARTING ENGINE 2- 23
OPERATION 2- 25
TRANSPORTATION 2- 33
TOWING 2- 34
LIFTING OBJECTS WITH BUCKET 2- 35
PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE 2- 36
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 36
PRECAUTIONS FOR INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2- 40
OPERATION 3- 1
MACHINE VIEW ILLUSTRATIONS 3- 2
OVERALL MACHINE VIEW 3- 2
CONTROLS AND GAUGES 3- 3
DETAILED CONTROLS AND GAUGES 3- 5
MONITORING SYSTEM 3- 5
SWITCHES 3- 70
CONTROL LEVERS AND PEDALS 3- 75
SUN ROOF 3- 78
1 – 9
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CONTENTS FOREWORD
WINDSHIELD 3- 78
EMERGENCY ESCAPE HAMMER 3- 84
DOOR LOCK 3- 84
CAP WITH LOCK 3- 85
DRINK BOX 3- 87
MAGAZINE BOX 3- 87
ASHTRAY 3- 87
AIR CONDITIONER CONTROLS 3- 88
RADIO 3-101
AUXILIARY ELECTRIC POWER 3-110
FUSE 3-111
FUSIBLE LINK 3-112
CONTROLLER 3-112
TOOL BOX 3-113
GREASE PUMP HOLDER 3-113
FIRE EXTINGUISHER 3-113
BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH 3-114
MACHINE OPERATIONS AND CONTROLS 3-115
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE 3-115
STARTING ENGINE 3-135
AFTER STARTING ENGINE 3-138
STOPPING THE ENGINE 3-150
MACHINE OPERATION 3-151
STEERING THE MACHINE 3-155
SWINGING 3-157
WORK EQUIPMENT CONTROLS AND OPERATIONS 3-158
WORKING MODE 3-160
PROHIBITED OPERATIONS 3-162
GENERAL OPERATION INFORMATION 3-167
TRAVELING ON SLOPES 3-169
ESCAPE FROM MUD 3-171
RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS 3-172
BUCKET REPLACEMENT 3-173
PARKING MACHINE 3-175
MACHINE INSPECTION AFTER DAILY WORK 3-176
LOCKING 3-177
TRANSPORTATION 3-178
TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURE 3-178
LOADING AND UNLOADING WITH TRAILER 3-179
LIFTING MACHINE 3-190
TRANSPORTATION POSTURE 3-192
PROCEDURE FOR INCREASING OR REDUCING TRACK FRAME GAUGE 3-195
COLD WEATHER OPERATION 3-197
COLD WEATHER OPERATION INFORMATION 3-197
AFTER DAILY WORK COMPLETION 3-199
AFTER COLD WEATHER SEASON 3-199
LONG TERM STORAGE 3-200
BEFORE STORAGE 3-200
DURING STORAGE 3-200
AFTER STORAGE 3-201
STARTING MACHINE AFTER LONG-TERM STORAGE 3-201
TROUBLES AND ACTIONS 3-202
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL 3-202
PHENOMENA THAT ARE NOT FAILURES 3-203
TOWING THE MACHINE 3-204
LIGHTWEIGHT TOWING HOLE 3-205
SEVERE JOB CONDITION 3-205
DISCHARGED BATTERY 3-206
OTHER TROUBLE 3-210
MAINTENANCE 4- 1
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION 4- 2
OUTLINE OF SERVICE 4- 5
HANDLING OIL, FUEL, COOLANT, AND PERFORMING OIL CLINIC 4- 5
ELECTRIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 4- 10
WEAR PARTS 4- 11
WEAR PARTS LIST 4- 11
RECOMMENDED FUEL, COOLANT, AND LUBRICANT 4- 12
LUBRICATION STANDARD CHART 4- 16
RECOMMENDED BRANDS, RECOMMENDED QUALITY FOR PRODUCTS OTHER
THAN KOMATSU GENUINE OIL 4- 16
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS 4- 17
TIGHTENING TORQUE LIST 4- 17
DEFINED LIFE PARTS 4- 18
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 4- 20
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART 4- 20
MAINTENANCE INTERVAL FOR HYDRAULIC BREAKER 4- 22
MAINTENANCE INTERVAL WHEN DIESEL FUEL MIXED WITH BIO-FUEL IS USED 4- 23
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE 4- 24
INITIAL 1000 HOURS MAINTENANCE (ONLY AFTER THE FIRST 1000 HOURS) 4- 24
WHEN REQUIRED 4- 25
CHECK BEFORE STARTING 4- 49
EVERY 50 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 50
EVERY 100 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 52
EVERY 250 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 53
EVERY 500 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 58
EVERY 1000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 69
EVERY 2000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 75
EVERY 4000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 82
EVERY 5000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 85
EVERY 8000 HOURS MAINTENANCE 4- 87
SPECIFICATIONS 5- 1
SPECIFICATIONS 5- 2
ATTACHMENTS AND OPTIONS 6- 1
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFETY 6- 2
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SELECTING 6- 2
READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL THOROUGHLY 6- 2
PRECAUTIONS WHEN REMOVING OR INSTALLING 6- 2
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING 6- 2
BUCKET WITH HOOK 6- 3
HOOK CONDITION 6- 3
1 – 11
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CONTENTS FOREWORD
PROHIBITED OPERATIONS 6- 3
MACHINE READY FOR ATTACHMENT 6- 4
LOCATIONS 6- 4
HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT 6- 8
ATTACHMENT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 6- 13
ATTACHMENT OPERATIONS 6- 17
LONG TERM STORAGE 6- 18
SPECIFICATIONS 6- 18
HANDLING THE ELECTRIC PRIMING PUMP 6- 19
BLEEDING AIR FROM FUEL CIRCUIT 6- 19
ATTACHMENT GUIDE 6- 22
ATTACHMENT COMBINATIONS 6- 22
TRACK SHOES SELECTION 6- 24
RECOMMENDED ATTACHMENT OPERATIONS 6- 25
HYDRAULIC BREAKER 6- 25
KOMTRAX 6- 30
POWER SUPPLY FOR KOMTRAX 6- 30
INDEX 7- 1
