28000 12MXT 1. Safety precautions Throughout this book the symbol is used to draw your attention to areas where special care is required, to prevent accidents and injury. • Construction sites are busy places, often with wet, muddy ground, conditions which impede other workers ability to avoid carelessly driven machinery.
12MXT 28000 2. Description of the machine The excavator is made up of a front chassis section, a rear chassis section, a turntable, a cab and equipment consisting of four elements. 2.1 Central joint The ground contact of the four wheels is provided by the oscillation of the rear axle. The ground contact of the four wheels is provided by the oscillation of the rear axle.
28000 12MXT 2.10 Tool-holder At the end of the dipper is the tool-holder permitting the instant changing of the bucket or tool from the cab without manual intervention. Buckets or tools are taken up automatically. Only their unlocking requires hydraulic energy.
12MXT 28000 3. Technical characteristics 3.1 Turbocharged engine Type:.........................CUMMINS 4BT4.5C Diesel: ......................... 4 in-line cylinders Net horsepower at flywheel (DIN 70020 / ECE-R2403): ........74 kW at 2,200 rpm Maximum net torque at flywheel (DIN 70020 / ECE-R2403): ......414 N.m at 1,500 rpm Cubic capacity: ........................
28000 12MXT 3.5 Hydraulic system Three completely independent circuits: hydrostatic transmission, equipment circuit, and steering and slewing circuit. 3.5.1 Hydrostatic transmission Reversible closed circuit, with declutching bypass valves in case towing is necessary. Transfer movement pump: ..................... 71 cm Transfer movement engine:................... 140 cm Axial piston engine and pump: Variable displacement and axial piston motor and pump permitting the continuous variation of the transmission ratio over the machine’s entire speed range.
28000 12MXT 5. Table of stability loads in kg 5.1 Lifting and handling in the longitudinal position with standard or telescopic stabilizers Working conditions: On wheels with the stabilizers. On level, compact ground. Equipment used without any offset. Front and rear chassis sections aligned. Without any tool (bucket, loader, etc.) with handling plate + hook.
12MXT 28000 5.2 Lifting and handling in the longitudinal position without stabilizers Working conditions: On wheels without the stabilizers. On level, compact ground. Equipment used without any offset. Front and rear chassis sections aligned. Without any tool (bucket, loader, etc.) with handling plate + hook.
28000 12MXT 5.3 Lifting and handling in the transverse position with standard stabilizers Working conditions: On wheels with the stabilizers. On level, compact ground. Equipment used without any offset. Front and rear chassis sections aligned. Rear axle oscillation locked. Without any tool (bucket, loader, etc.) with handling plate + hook.
12MXT 28000 5.4 Lifting and handling in the transverse position without stabilizers Working conditions: On wheels without the stabilizers. On level, compact ground. Equipment used without any offset. Front and rear chassis sections aligned. Rear axle oscillation locked. Without any tool (bucket, loader, etc.) with handling plate + hook.
28000 12MXT 5.5 Lifting and handling in the transverse position with telescopic stabilizers Working conditions: On wheels with the telescopic stabilizers fully extended. On level, compact ground. Equipment used without any offset. Front and rear chassis sections aligned. Rear axle oscillation locked. Without any tool (bucket, loader, etc.) with handling plate + hook.
12MXT 28000 5.6 Lifting and handling in the longitudinal position with stabilizers Working conditions: On level, compact ground. Equipment used without any offset. Front and rear chassis sections aligned. Without any tool (bucket, loader, etc.). Bucket ram always full extended with hook fixed on tool- holder rod.
28000 12MXT 5.7 Lifting and handling in the longitudinal position without stabilizers Working conditions: On level, compact ground. Equipment used without any offset. Front and rear chassis sections aligned. Without any tool (bucket, loader, etc.). Bucket ram always full extended with hook fixed on tool- holder rod.
12MXT 28000 5.8 Lifting and handling in the transverse position with stabilizers Working conditions: On level, compact ground. Equipment used without any offset. Front and rear chassis sections aligned. Rear axle oscillation locked. Without any tool (bucket, loader, etc.). Bucket ram always full extended with hook fixed on tool- holder rod.
28000 12MXT 5.9 Lifting and handling in the transverse position without stabilizers Working conditions: On level, compact ground. Equipment used without any offset. Front and rear chassis sections aligned. Rear axle oscillation locked. Without any tool (bucket, loader, etc.). Bucket ram always full extended with hook fixed on tool- holder rod.
12MXT 28000 5.10 Lifting and handling in the transverse position with telescopic stabilizers Working conditions: Telescopic stabilizers extended in maximum position. On level, compact ground. Equipment used without any offset. Front and rear chassis sections aligned. Rear axle oscillation locked. Without any tool (bucket, loader, etc.).
28000 12MXT 6. Towing 6.1 Disconnection of the hydrostatic travel Before carrying out any hydrostatic travel disconnecting operation, make sure that the parking brake is applied and that the tow bar is properly coupled to the towing vehicle. Apply the parking brake (2 fig. 1). Undo the heads of the limiters on the bypass valves (1 fig.
12MXT 28000 6.2 If the turntable is badly oriented The slewing motor is equipped with a safety brake which locks the turntable in the event of a power-assistance pressure fault, red warning light (1 fig. 4). In this case, if the machine needs to be towed and if the turntable is incorrectly oriented, it is necessary to release the motor brake.
28000 12MXT 7. Transporting the machine 7.1 Loading on a trailer Install access ramps whose slope does not exceed 30% if the trailer is not equipped with them originally. Fastening points: (A-B-C fig. 3). Lock the chassis (1 fig. 1). Lock the turntable (1 fig.
12MXT 28000 7.2 Slinging for lifting Put the equipment in the “boom ram vertical” position (2 fig. 4) and (fig. 6). Lock the oscillation (1 fig. 5). The machine will not be articulated. Lock the chassis sections using the links (1 fig. 1). Lock the turntable (1 fig.
28000 12MXT 9.9 Additional hydraulic equipment for fitting of the hammer return on the equipment (option) C1 - SX14 valve block - Hammer return hose...
28000 12MXT 12.3 B relay plate (under the cab seat) 10 A fuse : Not used F10 - 7.5 A fuse : Front windscreen wiper and washer F11 - 15 A fuse : Front / rear working lights F12 - 10 A fuse : Dipped beams F13 -...
12MXT 28000 12.4 Relay box (on fuel tank) 15 A fuse : Reversing lights, audible reversing signal and direction inverter F31 - 5 A fuse : Engine shut-off relay F32 - 25 A fuse : Condenser fan supply (air conditioning) F33 - 3 A fuse : Rear left position light...
28000 12MXT 14. Adjustment procedure 14.1 Adjustment procedure for the heat engine 14.1.1 Adjustment of maximum regime 13 flat spanner 4 hexagonal male spanner Inductive sensor 1- Loosen the lock nut and turn the stop screw (1 fig. 1). Fig. 1 Injection pump Note: Number of teeth on engine wheel = 159 Fig.
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12MXT 28000 14.1.2 Adjustment during minimum regime (slowed down) 13 flat spanner Flat screwdriver Inductive sensor 1- Loosen the lock nut and turn the stop screw (1 fig. 1). Fig. 1 Injection pump Note: Number of teeth on engine wheel = 159 Fig.
28000 12MXT 14.2 Hydraulic adjustment procedure for the gears Before carrying out the checks, heat the hydraulic oil to between 50° and 60° in the tank. 14.2.1 Checking the power-feed pressure 17 flat spanner 5 male hexagonal spanner Manometer, 0 - 60 bar 1- Place the machine on the ground, speed in neutral, engine in maximum regime.
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12MXT 28000 14.2.2 Starting 13 flat spanner 4 male hexagonal spanner Inductive sensor Manometer 0 - 600 bar 1- Place the machine on a solid, flat surface before engaging high speed. 2- Accelerate the engine progressively until the machine starts. 3- Read the engine revs by monting an inductive sensor on the flywheel (1 fig.
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28000 12MXT 14.2.3 Adjusting the high pressure in forward movement (D.R.) 13 flat spanner 14 flat spanner 17 flat spanner 4 male hexagonal spanner Manometer, 0 - 600 bar 1- Place the machine in blocked position against a wall, or disconnect and stop up the Inching flex in order to use the service brake.
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12MXT 28000 14.2.4 Adjusting the grind in the heat engine 19 flat spanner 6 male hexagonal spanner Optoelectronic sensor Manometer, 0 - 600 bar 1- Place the machine in blocked position against a wall, or disconnect and stop up the Inching flex in order to use the service brake.
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28000 12MXT 14.2.5 Adjusting the transfer movement engine (switching point) 10 flat spanner 3 male hexagonal spanner Manometer, 0 - 600 bar 1- Place the machine on stabiliser support, with wheels raised; forward movement with high speed engaged, engine road configuration in maximum regime. 2- Raise the pressure in the transfer movement engine by progressively applying the stopping brake or the service brake.
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12MXT 28000 14.2.6 Adjusting the minimum capacity of the engine (speed of travel) 19 flat spanner 6 male hexagonal spanner Optoelectronic sensor 1- Place the machine on stabiliser support, with wheels raised; forward movement with high speed engaged, engine in maximum regime. 2- Read the speed in rpm by placing an optoelectronic sensor on the universal gear joint.
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28000 12MXT 14.2.7 Adjusting the Inching flex 10 flat spanner 3 flat hexagonal spanner Manometer, 0 - 600 bar 1- Place the machine on stabiliser support, with wheels raised; forward movement with low speed engaged, engine in maximum regime. 2- Place full pressure on the Inching pedal until the wheels stop, then gradually release the pedal until the wheels start moving again.
12MXT 28000 14.3 Direction adjustment procedure 19, 27 and 30 flat spanners 6 male hexagonal spanner G DS16 1/2” female stopper G DS16 1/2” male stopper Manometer, 0 - 600 bar 14.3.1 Adjusting the primary controller Take great care when removing the flex, as it may be under pressure.
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28000 12MXT 14.3.2 Adjusting the ∆ ∆ P of the CROSS OVER valve 10 flat spanner 2 manometers, 0 - 600 bar Right side: 1- Place the machine equipment in a blocked position and turn the direction to the right, engine in maximum regime.
12MXT 28000 14.4 Hydraulic adjustment of the equipment Before carrying out the checks, heat the hydraulic oil to between 50° and 60° in the tank. 14.4.1 Adjusting the assistance pressure 7/32” male hexagonal spanner 14 flat spanner Manometer, 0 - 60 bar 1- Engine in maximum regime, place a ram in blocked position, for example the bucket ram.
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5- Loosen the lock nut and turn the screw (1 fig. 3) clockwise in order to increase the ∆ ∆ P. Tare the shock absorber (first use). 1- Place the selector on “MECALAC 1” push the right manipulator to the right (blocked position) to allow oil to circulate.
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12MXT 28000 14.4.3 Adjusting the ∆ ∆ P of the equipment with adjustment of the power regulation (F.R. valve) 30 flat spanner Flow meter adaptation kit Warning: Take great care when removing the controller, as the chamber for the ram subject to the controller may be under pressure.
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17 flat spanner 3 male hexagonal spanner 2 manometers, 0 - 600 bar 3- Set the selector to MECALAC 1 and pull the right key towards the front (blocked position) to allow the oil to circulate (small chamber in the dipper ram).
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12MXT 28000 14.4.4 Adjusting the maximum pressure in the equipment pump (D.R.) 17 and 19 flat spanner 5 and 3 male hexagonal spanner Manometer, 0 - 600 bar 1- Over-tare the L.S. valve on the valve block by turning the controller screw to blocked position (1 fig. 1). Note: take care when over-taring the valve.
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28000 12MXT 14.4.5 Adjusting the maximum pressure of the equipment (L.S. valve) 19 flat spanner 5 male hexagonal spanner Manometer, 0 - 600 bar 1- With engine in maximum regime, place a ram in blocked position, for example the bucket ram. 2- Measure the pressure (1 fig.
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12MXT 28000 14.4.6 Adjusting the equipment pump (L.R. valve) 17 flat spanner 3 male hexagonal spanner 3/16” male hexagonal spanner Connector and hose (TOP-TEST MX) Manometer 0 - 60 bar 1- Take the plug out of the pump (1 fig. 1) and the breather off the hydraulic tank.
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Manometer, 0 - 600 bar Flow meter adaptation kit 1- Put the selector switch on “MECALAC 1”, pull the left manipulator back, push the right manipulator forward (as far as it will go) to allow the oil to circulate (small chambers of the dipper ram and intermediate boom ram).
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Flow meter adaptation kit 1- Place the equipment in blocked position against a wall, put the selector switch on “MECALAC 1”, pull the left manipulator back, push the right manipulator forward (as far as it will go) to allow the oil to circulate (small chambers of the dipper ram and intermediate boom ram).
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