Wacker Neuson WL18 Articulated wheel loader Operators Manual

Wacker Neuson WL18 Articulated wheel loader Operators Manual

Expectations for information in this manual

■ Wacker Neuson WL18 Articulated wheel This manual provides information and procedures to safely operate and maintain the above Wacker Neuson model(s) For your own safety and to
reduce the risk of injury, carefully read, understand, and observe all instructions described in this manual

■ Wacker Neuson expressly reserves the right to make technical modifications, even without notice, which improve the performance or safety standards of its machines.

■ The information contained in this manual is based on machines manufactured up until the time of publication Wacker Neuson reserves the right to change any portion of this information without notice.

■ The illustrations, parts, and procedures in this manual refer to Wacker Neuson factory-installed components Your machine may vary depending on the requirements of your specific region.

Wacker Neuson WL18 Articulated wheel loader Operators Manual

[wp_eStore_buy_now_fancy id=552]
[wp_eStore_cart_fancy1_when_not_empty]

TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE. 7
1 BASIC INFORMATION ….. 8
1.1 Notes about this Operator’s Manual . 9
1.2 Explanation of the symbols used in this Operator’s Manual….. 10
1.3 Warranty and liability….. 12
1.4 Intended use … 13
2 BASIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 16
2.1 Organizational measures…. 17
2.2 Selection and qualification of personnel / basic duties. 19
2.3 Safety instructions for certain operating phases …. 20
2.3.1 Safety instructions for normal operation… 20
2.3.2 Safety instructions for other operating modes .. 22
2.4 Safety instructions for particular hazards . 25
2.4.1 Forklift attachment 25
2.4.2 Working near overhead power lines … 26
2.4.3 Electrical power….. 27
2.4.4 Flying sparks / fire danger… 27
2.4.5 Gas, dust, steam, smoke …. 28
2.4.6 Hydraulics, pneumatics. 28
2.4.7 Tip-overs….. 29
2.4.8 Noise….. 29
2.4.9 Oils, grease and other chemical substances…. 29
WL18 USA.indb 2 12.08.2013 15:04:25
WL18 CONTENTS 3
2.5 Transporting and towing / restarting … 30
2.6 Final decommissioning / dismantling .. 30
2.7 Safety labels used. 31
2.8 Safety devices. 36
2.8.1 Fire extinguisher … 36
2.8.2 Rotating beacon…. 36
2.8.3 Seat belt 37
2.8.4 Backup alarm for reverse drive. 37
2.8.5 Battery disconnect switch … 38
2.8.6 Loader lift arm locking system .. 39
3 TECHNICAL DATA 40
3.1 Technical description …. 40
3.2 Loader data. 42
3.3 Dimensions .44
3.4 Product identification number plates… 46
4 DESCRIPTION OF THE INDICATOR, WARNING AND CONTROL ELEMENTS … 47
4.1 Operating elements and instruments.. 47
4.2 Control and warning indicator lights 48
4.3 Switches / rocker switches.. 52
4.4 Indicator devices…54
WL18 USA.indb 3 12.08.2013 15:04:25
4 CONTENTS
5 OPERATING AND OPERATION .. 56
5.1 Before starting up . 56
5.1.1 Fueling .. 56
5.1.2 Operation …. 58
5.1.3 Adjusting the operator’s seat …. 60
5.1.4 Adjusting the steering column… 62
5.1.5 Seat belt 63
5.2 Starting up .. 66
5.2.1 Lighting system and forward warning device…. 67
5.2.2 Headlights … 68
5.2.3 Before starting the engine… 69
5.2.4 Starting the engine 69
5.3 Propulsion operation….. 72
5.3.1 Preparation for travel in public traffic .. 72
5.3.2 Travel speed 73
5.3.3 Stopping and parking…. 77
5.4 Work operation 78
5.4.1 Foldable ROPS….. 79
5.4.2 Operating lever for Loader lift arms 81
5.4.3 Operating lever for the optional hydraulics . 83
5.4.4 Loader lift arms locking system 85
5.4.5 Changing attachments.. 86
5.4.6 Bucket … 95
5.4.7 Tip-overs… 101
5.4.8 Precaution measures for various temperature conditions 102
5.5 Optional equipment….. 104
WL18 USA.indb 4 12.08.2013 15:04:25
WL18 CONTENTS 5
5.6 Optional equipment – collapsible driver’s canopy . 108
5.6.1 Folding down the collapsible driver’s canopy ..111
5.6.2 Bringing the collapsible driver’s canopy into the protection ON position.115
6 TOWING AND TRANSPORTING116
6.1 Towing..116
6.2 Transporting.. 120
7 LOWERING LOADER ARMS 127
8 RELIEVING RESIDUAL PRESSURE IN THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 128
9 SECURING THE LOADER … 131
10 SERVICING AND INSPECTION. 132
10.1 Basic safety instructions for servicing and inspection 132
10.2 Servicing and inspection intervals 140
10.3 Lubrication schedule… 152
10.4 Cleaning the loader….. 154
10.5 General safety check .. 156
10.6 Specifications and filling quantities… 157
10.7 Maintenance and inspection work 158
10.7.1 Tilting the operator’s platform . 158
10.7.2 Servicing the engine … 160
10.7.3 Servicing the fuel system.. 166
10.7.4 Servicing the air filter system…171
WL18 USA.indb 5 12.08.2013 15:04:25
6 CONTENTS
10.7.5 Servicing the cooling system …174
10.7.6 Servicing the hydraulic system ….. 180
10.7.7 Servicing the axles 188
10.7.8 Servicing the brakes … 191
10.7.9 Servicing the tires and wheels 192
10.7.10 Servicing the electrical system ….. 195
10.8 Jump-starting / emergency starting.. 202
10.9 Loader storage…. 205
11 TROUBLESHOOTING AND EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE…. 208
12 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPAIRS. 212
12.1 General safety regulations for repairs….. 212
12.2 Engine. 215
12.3 Welding work 215
12.4 Hydraulic system. 217
12.5 Brakes. 217
13 FINAL SHUTDOWN OF THE LOADER / DECOMMISSIONING ….. 218
14 APPENDIX….220
14.1 Ordering replacement parts…. 220
14.2 Inspection verification .222
Index …. 226
List of figures 230

Wacker Neuson WL18 Articulated wheel loader Operators Manual