LFR/en/Edition: 09 / 2009
Document identification
Order number: 10360026
Edition: 09 / 2009
Valid for: R 916 Advanced from serial number 17834
Author: LFR - Technical documentation department
Product identification
Manufacturer: LIEBHERR France S.A.S.
Type: R 916 Advanced
Type no.: 423 / 1024 / 1025 / 1274
Conformity: CE
Address
Liebherr France S.A.S.
2 avenue Joseph Rey
B.P. 90287 F - 68005 Colmar Cedex
en
Operating instructions
Hydraulic excavator / Material handler
R 916 Advanced
from serial number 17834
Operating instructions
R 916 Advanced / 10360026
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LFR/en/Edition: 09 / 2009
Machine data
Please fill in the following data when you receive your machine.
This will also be of use to you when ordering replacement parts.
Vehicle ident. number:
WLHZ . . . . . ZK . . . . . .
Construction year:
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First start-up date:
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Preface
These operating instructions have been written for the machine operator and for the
maintenance personnel of the machine.
They contain:
– the technical data.
– the safety requirements.
– the operating instructions.
– the maintenance instructions.
The operating instructions are to be read and used carefully by all persons
who carry out work with or on the machine before putting the machine into
service for the first time and later, at regular intervals.
Work with or on the machine includes, for example:
– Operation including setting up and equipping, rectifying malfunctions during the
course of work, resolving production dropouts, care, disposal of o perating and
process materials.
– Maintenance, including maintenance, inspection and repair work.
– Transportation or loading the machine.
The operating instructions allow the machine operator to familiarize himself with the
machine more easily and prevent malfunctions occurring due to improper operation.
The observance of the operating and maintenance instructions by maintenance per-
sonnel:
– increases reliability in use.
– extends the service life of your machine.
– reduces repair costs and downtime.
The operating instructions belong with the machine. Place a copy in an easily
reached position on the cab storage shelf.
The operating and maintenance instructions should also incorporate information on
current national regulations for accident prevention and protection. In addition to the
operating instructions and legally binding regulations on accident prevention which
apply in the user country and at point of use, authorized specialist rules for safe and
correct working procedures are also to be observed.
These operating and maintenance instructions contain all the information required
for operating and maintaining your machine.
– Some illustrations in these operating instructions may depict details and working
devices which differ to your machine.
– In some illustrations, protective devices and covers have been removed in the in-
terests of better presentation.
– Improvements, which are always being incorporated into our machines, may re-
sult in changes to your machine which are not yet indicated in these operating in-
structions.
However, should you require any further explanations or information, LIEBHERR's
technical documentation, sales school and customer service departments are avail-
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able for your convenience.
You will appreciate that LIEBHERR warranty claims made on the basis of improper
operation, unsatisfactory maintenance, use of unauthorized operating materials or
non-adherence to safety regulations cannot be recognized.
LIEBHERR will annul any and all obligations incurred by LIEBHERR and / or its deal-
erships, such as guarantee commitments, service contracts etc. without prior notice
in the event that replacement parts other than original LIEBHERR parts or parts pur-
chased from LIEBHERR are used for maintenance or repair work.
Modifications, conditions, copyright
We reserve the right to make modifications without prior notice in the course of tech-
nical developments.
The information and illustrations contained in these operating instructions may nei-
ther be copied and distributed, nor used for the purposes of competition. All rig hts
are expressly reserved in accordance with copyright laws.
The warranty and liability conditions of LIEBHERR’s general business conditions will
not be enlarged upon through the above information.
Operating instructions
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1 Product description ....................................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1 Assembly - overview.............................................................................................................................. 1-1
1.1.1 Machine and construction equipment .......................................................................................... 1-1
1.1.2 Machine for transferring material ................................................................................................. 1-3
1.1.3 Upper carriage ............................................................................................................................. 1-4
1.1.4 Undercarriage .............................................................................................................................. 1-5
1.2 Noise emission ...................................................................................................................................... 1-5
1.3 Vibration emissions................................................................................................................................ 1-5
1.4 Technical data ....................................................................................................................................... 1-6
2 Safety instructions......................................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.1 Meaning of the symbols in this manual.................................................................................................. 2-1
2.2 Use in accordance with the regulations ................................................................................................. 2-2
2.3 Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................................. 2-2
2.4 Servicing the machine safely ............................................................................................................... 2-14
2.5 Signs on the machine .......................................................................................................................... 2-20
2.5.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 2-20
2.5.2 Arrangement of signage ............................................................................................................ 2-21
2.5.3 Explanation of signage .............................................................................................................. 2-23
2.5.4 Nameplates on the machine ...................................................................................................... 2-29
3 Control and operation ................................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.1 Operating and control elements............................................................................................................. 3-1
3.1.1 Controls in the operator’s cab...................................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.2 The joysticks ................................................................................................................................ 3-3
3.1.3 Control unit .................................................................................................................................. 3-6
3.1.4 Display unit ................................................................................................................................ 3-12
3.1.5 Main screen ............................................................................................................................... 3-13
3.1.6 Main screen with numeric video control .................................................................................... 3-15
3.1.7 Status symbols .......................................................................................................................... 3-16
3.1.8 Warning symbols ....................................................................................................................... 3-17
3.1.9 Menu commands ....................................................................................................................... 3-20
3.1.10Secondary and options keyboards ............................................................................................ 3-42
3.1.11Display for LIEBHERR particle filter (optional). ......................................................................... 3-51
3.2 Access and equipment of the cab........................................................................................................ 3-52
3.2.1 Entering or leaving the cab ........................................................................................................ 3-53
3.2.2 Safety lever................................................................................................................................ 3-55
3.2.3 Operator’s seat .......................................................................................................................... 3-56
3.2.4 Windscreen................................................................................................................................ 3-63
3.2.5 Sunshade .................................................................................................................................. 3-65
3.2.6 Emergency exit – rear window .................................................................................................. 3-66
3.2.7 Fire extinguisher*....................................................................................................................... 3-67
3.2.8 Windscreen wiper ...................................................................................................................... 3-68
3.2.9 Lighting ...................................................................................................................................... 3-70
3.2.10Heating and air conditioning system.......................................................................................... 3-71
3.3 Setting the machine into operation ...................................................................................................... 3-75
3.3.1 Starting / stopping the machine ................................................................................................. 3-77
3.3.2 Starting the Diesel engine ......................................................................................................... 3-79
3.3.3 Speed adjustment and operating modes selection.................................................................... 3-80
3.3.4 Notes after starting the engine .................................................................................................. 3-82
3.3.5 Warm-up phase for Diesel engine and hydraulic circuit ............................................................ 3-82
3.3.6 Switching the Diesel engine off ................................................................................................. 3-82
3.3.7 indicatorStarting aids ................................................................................................................. 3-84
3.3.8 Jump start procedure................................................................................................................. 3-85
3.3.9 Travel functions ......................................................................................................................... 3-86
3.3.10Drive warning device (optional extra) ........................................................................................ 3-91
3.4 Operating the excavator in safety modes ............................................................................................ 3-92
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3.5 Recovering, towing the machine .......................................................................................................... 3-94
3.5.1 Pre-requisite .............................................................................................................................. 3-94
3.5.2 Process preconisations.............................................................................................................. 3-94
3.5.3 Other preconisations.................................................................................................................. 3-96
3.6 Working with the machine .................................................................................................................... 3-96
3.6.1 Low idle automatic ................................................................................................................... 3-101
3.6.2 Operating the swing gear......................................................................................................... 3-101
3.6.3 Working position ...................................................................................................................... 3-104
3.6.4 Working attachment control ..................................................................................................... 3-105
3.6.5 Lowering the working attachment with the engine shut down ................................................. 3-107
3.6.6 Turning, rotating, bolting and unbolting the add-on unit .......................................................... 3-107
3.6.7 Control of the swivel rotator (option) ........................................................................................ 3-110
3.6.8 Lifting magnet control system (optional equipment) ................................................................ 3-111
3.6.9 Control of special equipments via the additional pedals .......................................................... 3-113
3.6.10AHS11 proportional control (in option)..................................................................................... 3-116
3.6.11AHS11 control commutation on bucket control (in option)....................................................... 3-117
3.6.12AHS11 proportional control commutation on bucket control (in option)................................... 3-118
3.6.13PCSA - LH control commutation (in option) ............................................................................. 3-120
3.6.14Option oil flow reduction for long working attachment. ............................................................ 3-122
3.6.15Height limitation boom (option) ................................................................................................ 3-122
3.6.16Mechanical stanchion cylinder shut-down (option) .................................................................. 3-126
3.6.17Use of the excavator for lifting loads overhead........................................................................ 3-128
3.6.18Overload warning device (Option) ........................................................................................... 3-129
3.6.19Mowing bucket (option)............................................................................................................ 3-131
3.6.20Float position of the boom (option) .......................................................................................... 3-132
3.7 Attaching and dismounting equipment parts ...................................................................................... 3-133
3.7.1 Attaching and dismounting the bucket ..................................................................................... 3-134
3.7.2 Attaching and dismounting the bucket with improved sealing ................................................. 3-137
3.7.3 Attaching and dismounting the grab on stick ........................................................................... 3-139
3.7.4 Attaching and dismounting the grab on the industrial stanchion ............................................. 3-142
3.7.5 Attaching and dismounting the stick to the boom .................................................................... 3-144
3.7.6 Mechanical quick-change adapter (optional extra) .................................................................. 3-146
3.7.7 Hydraulic quick-change adapter (optional extra) ..................................................................... 3-151
3.7.8 LIKUFIX – hydraulic coupling system (optional extra) ............................................................. 3-159
3.8 General working methods .................................................................................................................. 3-161
3.8.1 Minimum impact working methods for your machine............................................................... 3-161
3.8.2 Preparatory activities ............................................................................................................... 3-161
3.8.3 Using a backhoe bucket .......................................................................................................... 3-162
3.8.4 Loading a transport vehicle...................................................................................................... 3-164
3.8.5 Skimming ................................................................................................................................. 3-164
3.8.6 Using a clamshell bucket (earthmoving attachment) ............................................................... 3-165
3.8.7 Using a multiple tine grapple (industrial attachment) ............................................................... 3-168
3.8.8 Using an hydraulic hammer ..................................................................................................... 3-169
3.8.9 Working with large and heavy attachments. ............................................................................ 3-170
3.9 Transport............................................................................................................................................ 3-171
3.9.1 Transporting the machine on a low loader............................................................................... 3-172
3.9.2 Loading the machine with a crane ........................................................................................... 3-174
4 Malfunctions ................................................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.1 Faults and remedies .............................................................................................................................. 4-2
4.1.1 Diesel engine and fuel system..................................................................................................... 4-2
4.1.2 Hydraulic system ......................................................................................................................... 4-4
4.1.3 Transmission ............................................................................................................................... 4-4
4.1.4 Electrical system.......................................................................................................................... 4-5
4.1.5 Work equipment........................................................................................................................... 4-6
4.1.6 Heating/air-conditioning system, fan............................................................................................ 4-6
4.1.7 LIEBHERR particles filter system ................................................................................................ 4-7
4.2 Fuses and relays.................................................................................................................................... 4-8
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4.2.1 Electric box E50........................................................................................................................... 4-8
4.2.2 Central plate A161 ..................................................................................................................... 4-11
4.2.3 Main fuses ................................................................................................................................. 4-15
5 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1 Servicing the machine safely ................................................................................................................. 5-1
5.2 Maintenance access doors .................................................................................................................... 5-7
5.2.1 Overview of access doors ........................................................................................................... 5-7
5.2.2 Door lock ..................................................................................................................................... 5-8
5.2.3 Engine hood lock ......................................................................................................................... 5-9
5.3 Lubricants and operating fluids .............................................................................................................. 5-9
5.3.1 General information on changing lubricants and operating fluids................................................ 5-9
5.3.2 Lubrication chart ........................................................................................................................ 5-11
5.3.3 Lubricant chart ........................................................................................................................... 5-13
5.3.4 Operating material chart ............................................................................................................ 5-14
5.4 Lubricants and operating fluids specification ....................................................................................... 5-14
5.4.1 Diesel fuel .................................................................................................................................. 5-14
5.4.2 Lubricating oil for the Diesel engine .......................................................................................... 5-15
5.4.3 Coolant for the diesel engine ..................................................................................................... 5-17
5.4.4 Hydraulic liquids ........................................................................................................................ 5-24
5.4.5 Lubricating grease and other lubricants .................................................................................... 5-28
5.5 Diesel engine ....................................................................................................................................... 5-29
5.5.1 Checking the oil level in the diesel engine................................................................................. 5-29
5.5.2 Changing the diesel engine oil .................................................................................................. 5-30
5.5.3 Belt for the A/C compressor and alternator installation ............................................................. 5-31
5.5.4 Lubricating starter ring gear....................................................................................................... 5-32
5.5.5 Vibration damper ....................................................................................................................... 5-33
5.5.6 Checking mounting screws........................................................................................................ 5-33
5.5.7 Oil separator .............................................................................................................................. 5-34
5.5.8 Heater flange ............................................................................................................................. 5-35
5.5.9 Checking and adjustment of valve clearance ............................................................................ 5-35
5.6 LIEBHERR particles filter (In option) ................................................................................................... 5-38
5.6.1 Drain the condensation water: ................................................................................................... 5-38
5.6.2 Water separator maintenance: .................................................................................................. 5-38
5.7 Cooling system .................................................................................................................................... 5-39
5.7.1 Checking and cleaning the cooling system ............................................................................... 5-39
5.7.2 Checking the coolant level......................................................................................................... 5-40
5.7.3 Coolant antifreeze and anti-corrosion fluid ................................................................................ 5-40
5.7.4 Changing the coolant................................................................................................................. 5-40
5.7.5 Reversible fan drive (option)...................................................................................................... 5-44
5.8 Fuel system ......................................................................................................................................... 5-45
5.8.1 Refuelling................................................................................................................................... 5-45
5.8.2 Electrical refuelling pump (optional extra) ................................................................................. 5-46
5.8.3 Draining the fuel tank................................................................................................................. 5-47
5.8.4 Emptying and cleaning the fuel tank.......................................................................................... 5-48
5.8.5 Draining the fuel prefilter ........................................................................................................... 5-49
5.8.6 Changing fuel filter cartridges .................................................................................................... 5-49
5.8.7 Bleeding the fuel system ........................................................................................................... 5-52
5.9 Dry air filter .......................................................................................................................................... 5-55
5.9.1 Changing the main element....................................................................................................... 5-56
5.9.2 Changing the safety element ..................................................................................................... 5-57
5.9.3 Monitoring the filtered air line .................................................................................................... 5-57
5.9.4 Spark catcher (option) ............................................................................................................... 5-57
5.10 Hydraulic system ................................................................................................................................. 5-58
5.10.1Depressurizing the hydraulic system......................................................................................... 5-58
5.10.2Checking the oil level, emptying and refilling the hydraulic tank ............................................... 5-60
5.10.3Return-line filter ......................................................................................................................... 5-63
5.10.4Leak oil filter .............................................................................................................................. 5-64
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5.10.5Control oil filter ........................................................................................................................... 5-65
5.10.6Control circuit ............................................................................................................................. 5-66
5.10.7Bleeding the hydraulic pumps.................................................................................................... 5-66
5.10.8Removing the intake hose to the pumps ................................................................................... 5-67
5.10.9Bleeding the hydraulic cylinders ................................................................................................ 5-68
5.10.10Replacement of the vent filter on the hydraulic tank ................................................................ 5-70
5.10.11Bypass oil filter for hydraulic system (Special equipment) ....................................................... 5-70
5.10.12Return oil filter for hydraulic hammer (option) .......................................................................... 5-72
5.10.13Servicing the hydraulic cylinder ............................................................................................... 5-73
5.10.14Replacing hydraulic hoses ....................................................................................................... 5-74
5.11 Oil changes on components ................................................................................................................ 5-75
5.11.1General information ................................................................................................................... 5-75
5.11.2Swing gear - Oil level check and oil change .............................................................................. 5-76
5.11.3Splitterbox - Oil change ............................................................................................................. 5-77
5.11.4Travel gear oil change ............................................................................................................... 5-78
5.12 The track components ......................................................................................................................... 5-79
5.12.1Checking the track components ................................................................................................ 5-79
5.12.2Monitoring the track chain tension ............................................................................................. 5-80
5.12.3Retensioning the track chain ..................................................................................................... 5-81
5.12.4Releasing the track chain tension .............................................................................................. 5-82
5.12.5Greaser extension replacement................................................................................................. 5-82
5.12.6Cleaning the running carriage.................................................................................................... 5-83
5.13 Electrical system .................................................................................................................................. 5-84
5.13.1Notes on the electrical system................................................................................................... 5-84
5.13.2Main battery switch .................................................................................................................... 5-84
5.13.3Battery care ............................................................................................................................... 5-85
5.13.4Slip ring assembly (optional extra)............................................................................................. 5-86
5.14 Heating and air conditioning system .................................................................................................... 5-87
5.15 Greasing the machine .......................................................................................................................... 5-87
5.15.1Centralized lubrication system................................................................................................... 5-87
5.15.2Operation of the full automatic system ...................................................................................... 5-89
5.15.3Emergency lubrication with defective lubrication system........................................................... 5-91
5.15.4To refill a grease container ........................................................................................................ 5-92
5.15.5Changes in the lubrication circuit ............................................................................................... 5-93
5.15.6Greasing the grab (optional extra) ............................................................................................. 5-94
5.16 Quick-change systems......................................................................................................................... 5-95
5.16.1Greasing the mechanical quick-change adapter (optional extra) .............................................. 5-95
5.16.2Hydraulic quick-change adapter (optional extra) ....................................................................... 5-95
5.16.3LIKUFIX (optional extra) ............................................................................................................ 5-96
5.16.4Checking and maintenance of quick change coupler ................................................................ 5-98
5.17 Check mounting bolts for tightness ...................................................................................................... 5-98
5.17.1Mounting bolts of the counterweight .......................................................................................... 5-99
5.17.2Mounting screws of the swing ring............................................................................................. 5-99
5.17.3Mounting screws of the hydraulic oil and fuel tank .................................................................. 5-100
5.17.4Mounting screws of the swing gear and motor ........................................................................ 5-100
5.18 Drive unit brakes and swing gear brakes ........................................................................................... 5-101
5.19 General maintenance points .............................................................................................................. 5-101
5.19.1Replacing working parts .......................................................................................................... 5-101
5.19.2Checking or replacing the teeth on the bucket ........................................................................ 5-101
5.19.3Welding work on the machine.................................................................................................. 5-103
5.20 Control and maintenance chart .......................................................................................................... 5-104
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1 Product description
1.1 Assembly - overview
This section comprises an overview of the machine and descriptions of the compo-
nents shown.
1.1.1 Machine and construction equipment
Fig. 1-1 Machine with construction equipment
100 Upper carriage 330 Boom 360 Tilt cylinder
200 Chassis 340 Stanchion cylinder 370 Bucket
300 Hydraulic jack 350 Shovel arm
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Fig. 1-2 Machine with construction equipment
300 Hydraulic jack 330 Booml 360 Tilt cylinder
310 Slewing arm 340 Stanchion cylinder 370 Bucket
320 Adjusting cylinder 350 Shovel arm
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Description
Liebherr R916 Crawler Excavator Operators Manual
Serial numbers covered: 17834 and above
The Liebherr R916 Crawler Excavator Operators Manual is the official guide for safely and effectively running this mid-sized workhorse in the field. Covering machines with serial numbers 17834 and up, it’s packed with essential info to help you operate the R916 with confidence—whether you're on a jobsite or in a training yard.
Inside, you'll find clear instructions on startup and shutdown procedures, control layout, daily inspections, maintenance intervals, fluid specs, and safety protocols. It’s laid out to be user-friendly, with straightforward language and diagrams that make sense whether you’re new to the machine or have been in the cab for years.
Perfect for operators, fleet managers, and even hands-on owners, this manual cuts through the noise and tells you exactly what you need to know to keep things moving.
Printable: Yes
Language: English
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