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Mark 8 Series
Excavators
Service Support

Kobelco Mark 8 02/07 Rev . 02
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John Adams
District Service Manager
OH,MI
PHONE: 614-864-5863
Scott Emmans
District Service Manager
FL,GA
PHONE: 630-881-8458
TBA
District Service Manager
KY,TN
PHONE:
Brian Wise
District Service Manager
WA,OR,ID,MT,WY
PHONE: 630-251-4204
Richard Manning
District Service Manager
TX,NM,AZ
PHONE: 936-258-9218
David Dunning
District Service Manager
KS,CO,IA,NE
PHONE:630-235-2601
TBA
District Service Manager
NY,RI,CT,MA,ME,NH,VT
PHONE: 630-235-6290
Wes Brubaker
District Service Manager
AL,LA,MS
PHONE: 256-236-6194
FIELD SERVICE:
Service Support Staff
Rob Hyslop
District Service Manager
ON,PQ,NB,NS,PEI
PHONE: 905-308-5624
Doug Hoernig
District Service Manager
VA,WV,DE,MD
PHONE: 717-227-2179

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Kobelco Mark 8 02/07 Rev . 02
Ken Folden
District Service Manager
BC,Alberta,Sask.,Manitoba
PHONE: 403-519-8820
John Rutt
District Service Manager
PA,NJ
PHONE: 717-336-4087
Juergen Rymer
District Service Manager
CA,UT,NV,HI
PHONE: 702- 642-0010
FAX: 702-642-5326
Dennis Wojcik
District Service Manager
MN,ND,SD,WI
PHONE: 715-447-8357
Service Support Staff - Cont.
Jeff Schoch
District Service Manager
NC,SC
PHONE: 864-294-9613
FAX:
Bruce Romer
District Service Manager
IL,IN
PHONE:419-380-9236
FAX: 419-380-9237
Howard Schilling
District Service Manager
OK,AR,MO
PHONE: 630-699-7706
FAX:

Kobelco Mark 8 02/07 Rev . 02
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Service:
Ken Folden
Serivce:
Jeff Schoch
Serivce:
Scott Emmans
Service:
Juergen Rymer
David Dunning
Service:
Brian Wise

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Dynamic Acera 03/05 Rev. 05
Kobelco
Mark 8
Series
Safety

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Dynamic Acera 03/05 Rev. 05
1.1 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Do Not operate or perform any maintenance on this
machine until all instructions found in this manual
have been thoroughly read and understood.
Improper operation or maintenance of this machine
may cause accidents and could result in serious in-
jury or death.
Always keep this manual in the operators seat
pocket.
If it is missing or damaged, place an order with an
authorized KOBELCO distributor for a replacement.
If you have any questions, please consult an autho-
rized KOBELCO distributor.
1. Most accidents, which occur during operation, are due
to neglect of precautionary measures and safety rules.
Sufficient care should be taken to avoid these acci-
dents. Erroneous operation, lubrication or maintenance
services are very dangerous and may cause injury or
death of personnel. Therefore all precautionary mea-
sures, NOTES, DANGERS, WARNINGS and CAU-
TIONS contained in this manual and on the machine
should be read and understood by all personnel be-
fore starting any work with or on the machine.
2. Operation, inspection, and maintenance should be
carefully carried out, and safety must be given the first
priority. Messages of safety are indicated with marks.
The safety information contained in this manual is in-
tended only to supplement safety codes, insurance re-
quirements, local laws, rules and regulations.
3. Messages of safety appear in this manual and on the
machine. All messages of safety are identified by the
words “DANGER”, “WARNING” and “CAUTION” .
a. DANGER – Indicates an imminently hazardous situ-
ation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury and is represented as follows:
b. WARNING – Indicates a potentially hazardous situ-
ation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury and is represented as follows:
WARNING
DANGER
c. CAUTION – Indicates a potentially hazardous situ-
ation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against
possible damage to the machine and its compo-
nents and is represented as follows:
4. It is very difficult to forecast every danger that may occur
during operation. However, safety can be ensured by
fully understanding proper operating procedures for this
machine according to methods recommended by KO-
BELCO.
5. While operating the machine, be sure to perform work
with great care, so as not to damage the machine, or
allow accidents to occur.
6. Continue studying this manual until all Safety, Opera-
tion and Maintenance procedures are completely un-
derstood by all persons working with the machine.
1.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The proper and safe lubrication and maintenance for
this machine, recommended by KOBELCO, is out-
lined in the OPERATORS MANUAL for this machine.
Improper performance of lubrication or maintenance
procedures are dangerous and could result in injury
or death. Read and understand the OPERATORS
MANUAL before performing any lubrication or main-
tenance.
The serviceman or mechanic may be unfamiliar with many
of the systems on this machine. This makes it important
to use caution when performing service work. A knowl-
edge of the system and or components is important be-
fore the removal or disassembly of any component.
Because of the size of some of the machine components,
the serviceman or mechanic should check the weights
noted in this manual. Use proper lifting procedures when
removing any components. Weight of components table
for SK210(LC)-VI is shown in Page 6-5 and for SK250(LC)-
VI in page 6-23 of Section VI - SPECIFICATIONS.
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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The following is a list of basic precautions that must al-
ways be observed.
1. Read and understand all Warning plates and decals
on the machine before Operating, Maintaining or Re-
pairing this machine.
2. Always wear protective glasses and protective shoes
when working around machines. In particular, wear pro-
tective glasses when using hammers, punches or drifts
on any part of the machine or attachments. Use weld-
ers gloves, hood/goggles, apron and the protective
clothing appropriate to the welding job being performed.
Do not wear loose fitting or torn clothing. Remove all
rings from fingers, loose jewelry, confine long hair and
loose clothing before working on this machinery.
3. Disconnect the battery and hang a “Do Not Operate”
tag in the Operators Compartment. Remove ignition
keys.
4. If possible, make all repairs with the machine parked
on a level, hard surface. Block the machine so it does
not roll while working on or under the machine. Hang a
“Do Not Operate” tag in the Operators Compartment.
5. Do not work on any machine that is supported only by
lift, jacks or a hoist. Always use blocks or jack stands,
capable of supporting the machine, before performing
any disassembly.
Do not operate this machine unless you have read
and understand the instructions in the OPERATORS
MANUAL. Improper machine operation is dangerous
and could result in injury or death.
6. Relieve all pressure in air, oil or water systems before
any lines, fittings or related items are disconnected or
removed. Always make sure all raised components are
blocked correctly and be alert for possible pressure
when disconnecting any device from a system that uti-
lizes pressure.
7. Lower the bucket, blade, or other attachments to the
ground before performing any work on the machine. If
this cannot be done, make sure the bucket, blade, rip-
per or other attachment is blocked correctly to prevent
it from dropping unexpectedly.
8. Use steps and grab handles when mounting or dis-
mounting a machine. Clean any mud, grease, oil, or
debris from steps, walkways or work platforms before
using. Always face the machine when using steps, lad-
ders and walkways. When it is not possible to use the
designed access system, provide ladders, scaffolds,
or work platforms to perform safe repair operations.
Refer to item M on page 1-3.
9. To avoid back injury, use a hoist when lifting compo-
nents which weigh 23 kg (50 lbs) or more. Make sure
all chains, hooks, slings, etc., are in good condition
and are the correct capacity. Be sure hooks are posi-
tioned correctly. Lifting eyes are not to be side loaded
during a lifting operation.
10. To avoid burns, be alert for hot parts on machines which
have just been stopped and hot fluids in lines, tubes
and compartments.
11. Be careful when removing cover plates. Gradually back
off the last two bolts or nuts located at opposite ends
of the cover or device and carefully pry cover loose to
relieve any spring or other pressure, before removing
the last two bolts or nuts completely.
12. Be careful when removing filler caps, breathers and
plugs on the machine. Hold a rag over the cap or plug
to prevent being sprayed or splashed by liquids under
pressure. The danger is even greater if the machine
has just been stopped because fluids can be hot.
13. Always use the proper tools that are in good condition
and that are suited for the job at hand. Be sure you
understand how to use them before performing any
service work.
14. Reinstall all fasteners with the same part number. Do
not use a lesser quality fastener if replacements are
necessary.
15. Repairs which require welding should be performed
only with the benefit of the appropriate reference infor-
mation and by personnel adequately trained and knowl-
edgeable in welding procedures. Determine type of
metal being welded and select correct welding proce-
dure and electrodes, rods or wire to provide a weld
metal strength equivalent at least to that of the parent
metal. Make sure to disconnect battery before any
welding procedures are attempted.
WARNING ! !
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16. Do not damage wiring during removal operations. Re-
install the wiring so it is not damaged nor will be dam-
aged in operation of the machine by contacting sharp
corners, or by rubbing against some object or hot sur-
face. Do not connect wiring to a line containing fluid.
17. Be sure all protective devices including guards and
shields are properly installed and functioning correctly
before starting a repair. If a guard or shield must be
removed to perform the repair work, use extra caution
and replace the guard or shield after repair is com-
plete.
18. The maintenance and repair work while holding the
bucket raised is dangerous due to the possibility of a
falling attachment. Don’t fail to lower the attachment
and place the bucket to the ground before starting the
work.
19. Loose or damaged fuel, lubricant and hydraulic lines,
tubes and hoses can cause fires. Do not bend or strike
high pressure lines or install ones which have been
bent or damaged. Inspect lines, tubes and hoses care-
fully. Do not check for leaks with your hands. Very small
(pinhole) leaks can result in a high velocity oil stream
that will be invisible close to the hose. This oil can pen-
etrate the skin and cause personal injury. Use card-
board or paper to locate pin hole leaks.
20. Tighten connections to the correct torque. Make sure
that all heat shields, clamps and guards are installed
correctly to avoid excessive heat, vibration or rubbing
against other parts during operation. Shields that pro-
tect against oil spray onto hot exhaust components in
event of a line, tube or seal failure must be installed
correctly.
21. Do not operate a machine if any rotating part is dam-
aged or contacts any other part during operation. Any
high speed rotating component that has been dam-
aged or altered should be checked for balance before
reusing.
22. Be careful when servicing or separating the tracks.
Chips can fly when removing or installing a track pin.
Wear safety glasses and long sleeve protective cloth-
ing. Tracks can unroll very quickly when separated.
Keep away from front and rear of machine. The ma-
chine can move unexpectedly when both tracks are
disengaged from the sprockets. Block the machine to
prevent it from moving.
23. Caution should be used to avoid breathing dust that
may be generated when handling components con-
taining asbestos fibers. If this dust is inhaled, it can be
hazardous to your health. Components in KOBELCO
products that may contain asbestos fibers are brake
pads, brake band and lining assemblies, clutch plates
and some gaskets. The asbestos used in these com-
ponents is usually bound in a resin or sealed in some
way. Normal handling is not hazardous as long as air-
borne dust which contains asbestos is not generated.
If dust which may contain asbestos is present, there
are several common sense guidelines that should be
followed.
a. Never use compressed air for cleaning.
b. Avoid brushing or grinding of asbestos contain-
ing materials.
c. For clean up, use wet methods or a vacuum
equipped with a high efficiency particulate air
(HEPA) filter.
d. Use exhaust ventilation on permanent machin-
ing jobs.
e. Wear an approved respirator if there is no other
way to control the dust.
f. Comply with applicable rules and regulations for
the work place.
g. Follow environmental rules and regulations for
disposal of asbestos.
h. Avoid areas where asbestos particles may be in
the air.
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DAN-
KEEP
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1.3 PRE-START SAFETY
Many failures that occur during machine operation or ser-
vicing result from neglecting fundamental safety precau-
tions. The following safety precautions are given to prevent
such failures, but they are only a part of what you must
follow. Read, understand and follow all safety precautions
found in this manual and on the machine thoroughly before
operating the machine.
A. OBSERVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating
procedures.If there are other personnel and flagmen
working in the area, have them observe the specified
signs.
B. WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Wear well fitting safety shoes, hard hat, and working
clothes, and put on protective glasses, face shield,
ear protection and gloves. When necessary, wear
reflective vest.
C. READ and UNDERSTAND THE OPERA-
TORS MANUAL
Before operating the machine, read and understand
this operators manual thoroughly inorder to use the
mchine effectively and safely.
D. KEEP OPERATORS MANUAL IN MACHINE CAB
Keep this manual in the specified storage area lo-
cated behind the operators seat for quick reference.
Should the operators manual become lost or dam-
aged, contact an authorized KOBELCO distributor
to order the operators Manual.
E. HOW TO HANDLE LIFE HAMMER
A life hammer is provided on the right side of cab. In
case of emergency, take the life hammer, break the
cab glass, and escape from the cab. In addition, the
life hammer is equipped with a cutter on the lever
side to cut the seat belt, etc.
F. PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES
Have a fire extinguisher and first aid kit ready for
emergencies. Know how to operate the fire extin-
guisher and know where the First Aid Kit is located
for easy access in case of emergency.
OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SK32001002
SK32001003
STORAGE
AREA
SK32001005
WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES
HOW TO HANDLE LIFE HAMMER
READ MANUAL / KEEP IN MACHINE CAB
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
Bucket can
contact and
damage cab
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G. ENSURE SAFETY AT THE WORK SITE
Know the work area! Before operating the machine,
carefully survey and record the land and worksite
features to prevent the machine from falling or the
soil from caving in.
H. PERFORM PRE-START INSPECTION
Before starting the machine, perform a PRESTART
inspection of the machine. If any problems are found,
repair or replace defective components immediately.
DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE
until all problem areas are properly repaired. Always
keep the windshield, working lamps, and mirrors
clean for good visibility.
I. ENGAGE SAFETY LOCK LEVER BEFORE
LEAVING MACHINE
Before leaving the operator’s seat, move the safety
lock lever to the “LOCKED” (Up) position. This will
not allow operation of any hydraulic controls should
they be accidentally moved. If the lever is not set to
the “LOCKED” position and hydraulic controls are
touched accidentally, the machine may move sud-
denly resulting in serious injury. Also before leaving
the machine, lower the bucket to the ground, place
the safety lock lever in the “LOCKED” (Up) position,
stop the engine and remove the starter switch key.
J. SIGNS, SIGNALS & FLAGMEN
Install signs on soft shoulders and ground areas,
have a flagman direct the operation if necessary. The
operator should note marks and follow signals from
the flagman. All personnel should know the meaning
of the signs, marks, and signals. Only one flagman
should give the signs and signals.
K. KEEP FIRE AWAY FROM FUEL AND OIL
Oil, antifreeze, and especially fuel are highly flam-
mable. Never use fire near the machine. Securely
tighten all fuel and oil caps. Keep fuel and oil in the
designated storage areas. Promptly clean up any all
spills and dispose of waste properly.
L. USE CAUTION NEAR NOISE
If noise is high during operation, hearing loss may
result. Approved hearing protection should be used
if personnel will be exposed to high noise levels for a
long period of time.
WORKSITE SAFETY– KNOW THE AREA
PRE-START INSPECTION OF MACHINE
SAFETY LOCK LEVER
KEEP FIRE AWAY FROM FUEL & OIL
USE CAUTION NEAR NOISE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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- Service support
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- Main Hydraulic Components
- Hydraulic Schematics - 1
- Hydraulic Schematics - 2
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