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S0102000
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1TRACK EXCAVATOR
SAFETY

CAUTION!
Follow all safety recommendations and safe shop practices outlined in the front of this manual
or those contained within this section.
Always use tools and equipment that is in good working order.
Use lifting and hoisting equipment capable of safely handling load.
Remember, that ultimately safety is your own personal responsibility.

TRACK EXCAVATOR SAFETYS0102000

MODEL SERIAL NUMBER RANGE

Solar 130LC-V 0001 and Up
Solar 170LC-V 1001 and Up
Solar 220LC-V 0001 and Up
Solar 220N-V 1001 and Up
Solar 250LC-V 1001 and Up
Solar 290LC-V 0001 and Up
Solar 300LC-V 1001 and Up
Solar 300LL 1001 and Up
Solar 330LC-V 1001 and Up
Solar 340LC-V 1001 and Up
Solar 400LC-V 1001 and Up
Solar 420LC-V 1001 and Up
Solar 450LC-V 1001 and Up
Solar 470LC-V 1001 and Up

Copyright 2001 Daewoo

December 2001

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

To the Operator of a Daewoo Excavator ........................................................ 3

General Safety Essentials .............................................................................. 5
Location of Safety Labels ............................................................................... 5
Summary of Safety Precautions for Lifting in Digging Mode .......................... 6
Work-site Precautions .................................................................................... 7
Operation........................................................................................................ 9
Equipment .................................................................................................... 14
Maintenance................................................................................................. 18
Shipping and Transportation......................................................................... 21
Lifting With Sling........................................................................................... 21

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TO THE OPERATOR OF A DAEWOO EXCAVATOR

DANGER!
Unsafe use of the excavator could lead to serious injury or death. Operating procedures,
maintenance and equipment practices or traveling or shipping methods that do not follow the
safety guidelines on the following pages could cause serious, potentially fatal injuries or
extensive damage to the machine or nearby property.

Please respect the importance of taking responsibility for your own safety, and that of other people who
may be affected by your actions.
The safety information on the following pages is organized into the following sections:
1. “General Safety Essentials” on page 5
2. “Location of Safety Labels” on page 5
3. “Summary of Safety Precautions for Lifting in Digging Mode” on page 6
4. “Work Site Precautions” on page 7
5. “Operation” on page 9
6. “Equipment” on page 14
7. “Maintenance” on page 18
8. “Shipping and Transportation” on page 21

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SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

Be Prepared - Get To Know All Operating and Safety Instructions.
This is the Safety Alert Symbol. Wherever it appears in this manual or on safety signs on the
machine you should be alert to the potential for personal injury or accidents. Always observe
safety precautions and follow recommended procedures.

LEARN THE SIGNAL WORDS USED WITH THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
The words "CAUTION," "WARNING" and "DANGER" used throughout this manual and on decals on the
machine indicate degree of risk of hazards or unsafe practices. All three degrees of risk indicate that safety
is involved. Observe precautions indicated whenever you see the Safety Alert "Triangle," no matter which
signal word appears next to the "Exclamation Point" symbol.

CAUTION!
Indicates potential of a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against a generally unsafe practice.

WARNING!
Indicates potential of a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or
death. It may also be used to alert against a highly unsafe practice.

DANGER!
Indicates imminent hazard of a situation that, if not avoided, is very likely to cause death or
extremely serious injury. It may also be used to alert against equipment that may explode or
detonate if handled or treated carelessly.

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GENERAL SAFETY ESSENTIALS

ACCESSORY APPLICATIONS
The excavator has been primarily designed for moving earth with a bucket. For use as a grapple or for
other object handling, contact Daewoo for proper installation and application. Lifting-work applications
(unless restricted or prohibited by local regulations) are permitted in approved lift configuration, to rated
capacity only, with no side-loading. DO NOT use the machine for activities for which it was not intended.
DO NOT use the bucket for lifting work, unless lift slings are used in the approved configuration.
Use of an accessory hydraulic hammer (breaker), work in rough terrain, demolition applications or other
hazardous operation may require installation of additional protective structures to safeguard the operator.

LIFTING CAPACITY RATING CONFIGURATION

Lifting capacity ratings that are printed at the end of this safety section are based on the machine being
level, on a firm supporting surface, with hooks and slings attached in approved configuration. Loads must
be balanced and supported evenly. Use taglines to keep the load steady if wind conditions and large
surface area are a problem. Work crew hand signals, individual tasks and safe procedures should all be
universally understood before the lift is made.

IMPORTANT
Before using the excavator to make lifts check municipal and regional regulations or statutes
that could apply. Governing ordinances may require that all heavy lifting be done with single
purpose equipment specifically designed for making lifts, or other local restrictions may apply.
Making heavy lifts with a general purpose excavator that can be used for digging, loading,
grading or other work may be expressly forbidden by a regional injunction or other legal
prohibition. Always follow all of the other instructions, guidelines and restrictions for Safe
Lifting in the Operation and Maintenance Manuals.

LOCATION OF SAFETY LABELS

Location of safety labels (decals) can vary from unit to unit. Refer to appropriate Operation and
Maintenance Manual, and parts manual for your unit.
Always replace damaged or faded decals.

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SUMMARY OF SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR LIFTING

IN DIGGING MODE

DANGER!
Unsafe use of the excavator while making rated lifts could cause serious, potentially fatal
injuries or extensive damage to the machine or nearby property. Do not let anyone operate the
machine unless they’ve been properly trained and understand the information in the Operation
and Maintenance Manual.

To lift safely while in Digging Mode, the following items must be evaluated by the operator and the work site
crew.
• Condition of ground support.
• Excavator configuration and attachments.
• Weight, lifting height and lifting radius.
• Safe rigging of the load.
• Proper handling of the suspended load.
Taglines on opposite sides of the load can be very helpful in keeping a suspended load secure, if they are
anchored safely to control points on the ground.

WARNING!
NEVER wrap a tagline around your hands or body.
NEVER rely on taglines or make rated lifts when wind gusts are more than 48.3 km/hr (30 mi/h).
Be prepared for any type of wind gust when working with loads that have a large surface area.

Always engage the "Digging Mode" control on the Instrument Panel before using the excavator for lifting
work.

WARNING!
If you need more information or have any questions or concerns about safe operating
procedures or working the excavator correctly in a particular application or in the specific
conditions of your individual operating environment, please consult your local Daewoo
representative.

UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS
Any modification made without authorization or written approval from Daewoo can create a safety hazard,
for which the machine owner must be held responsible.
For safety’s sake, replace all OEM parts with the correct authorized or genuine Daewoo part. For example,
not taking the time to replace fasteners, bolts or nuts with the correct replacement parts could lead to a
condition in which the safety of critical assemblies is dangerously compromised.

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WORK SITE PRECAUTIONS

ATTACHMENT PRECAUTIONS
Options kits are available through your dealer. Contact Daewoo for information on available one-way
(single-acting) and two-way (double-acting) piping/valving/auxiliary control kits. Because Daewoo cannot
anticipate, identify or test all of the attachments that owners may wish to install on their machines, please
contact Daewoo for authorization and approval of attachments, and their compatibility with options kits.

AVOID HIGH-VOLTAGE CABLES

Serious injury or death can result from contact
or proximity to high-voltage electric lines. The
bucket does not have to make physical contact
with power lines for current to be transmitted.
Use a spotter and hand signals to stay away
from power lines not clearly visible to the
operator.

VOLTAGE MINIMUM SAFE

DISTANCE
HAOA230L
6.6 kV 3.0 m (9’ 10")
Figure 1
33.0 kV 4.0 m (13’ 1")
66.0 kV 5.0 m (16’ 5")
154.0 kV 8.0 m (26’ 3")
275.0 kV 10.0 m (32’ 10")

Use these minimum distances as a guideline only. Depending upon the voltage in the line and atmospheric
conditions, strong current shocks can occur with the boom or bucket as far away as 4 - 6 m (13 - 20 ft) from
the power line. Very high voltage and rainy weather could further decrease that safety margin.
NOTE: Before starting any type of operation near power lines (either above ground or buried
cable-type), you should always contact the power utility directly and work out a safety plan
with them.

BEFORE STARTING TO DIG, CONTACT AUTHORITIES

Below ground hazards also include natural gas lines, water mains, tunnels and buried foundations. Know
what’s underneath the work site before starting to dig.

BE AWARE OF HEIGHT OBSTACLES

Any type of object in the vicinity of the boom could represent a potential hazard, or cause the operator to
react suddenly and cause an accident. Use a spotter or signal person working near bridges, phone lines,
work site scaffolds, or other obstructions.

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USE CARE ON LOOSE SUPPORT

Working heavy loads over loose, soft ground or uneven, broken terrain can cause dangerous side load
conditions and possible tipover and injury. Travel without a load or balanced load may also be hazardous.
If temperatures are changing, be cautious of dark and wet patches when working or traveling over frozen
ground. Stay away from ditches, overhangs and all other weak support surfaces. Halt work and install
support mats or blocking if work is required in an area of poor track support.

USE SOLID SUPPORT BLOCKING

Never rely on lift jacks or other inadequate supports when work is being done. Block tracks fore and aft to
prevent any movement.

OVERHANGS ARE DANGEROUS

Digging the workface under an overhang - the work area beneath a cliff or under the edge of a ditch - is
dangerous. Know the height and reach limits of the excavator and plan ahead while working. Avoid
creating dangerous situations by moving around the work site while making excavations. Go onto another
digging area before steep overhangs are formed. Working around deep pits or along high walls or
trenching may require support blocks, especially after heavy rainfalls or during spring thaws. Park the
excavator away from overhangs before work shut down.

SLOPING TERRAIN REQUIRES CAUTION

Dig evenly around the work site whenever
possible, trying to gradually level any existing
slope. If it’s not possible to level the area or
avoid working on a slope, reducing the size and
cycling rate of the workload is recommended.
On sloping surfaces, use caution when
positioning the excavator before starting a work
cycle. Stay alert for instability situations to avoid
getting into them. For example, you should
always avoid working the bucket over downhill
HAOA210L
crawler tracks when parked perpendicular to the
Figure 2
slope. Slow all downhill swing movements and
avoid full extensions of the bucket in a downhill
direction. Lifting the bucket too high, too close to
the machine, while the excavator is turned uphill
can also be hazardous.

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STAY ALERT FOR PEOPLE MOVING

THROUGH THE WORK AREA
When loading a truck you should always know
where the driver is.
Avoid loading over the cab of a truck even if the
driver is in a safe spot. Someone else could
have gone inside, for any number of reasons.
Avoid working where unseen passersby might
be.
Slow down the work cycle and use slower travel
speeds in congested or populated areas. Use a HAOA170L
commonly understood signal so that other Figure 3
members of the work crew can warn the
operator to slow or halt work in an impending
hazard situation.

BE AWARE OF AND CONFORM TO LOCAL

REGULATIONS
Minimum levels of insurance coverage, work permits or certification, physical barriers around the work site
or restricted hours of operation may be mandated by governing authorities. There may also be guidelines,
standards or restrictions on equipment that may be used to perform certain kinds of work. Check and
follow all local requirements, which may also be related to below ground hazards and power lines.

OPERATION
OPERATE WHILE SEATED AT THE
OPERATOR’S STATION ONLY
Never reach in through a window to work a
control. Do not operate the excavator unless
you’re in the command position stay alert and
focused on your work at all times but DO NOT
twist out of the seat if job activity behind you (or
to the side) requires your attention.
Use a spotter or signal person if you cannot see
clearly and something is happening behind you.
Replace damaged safety labels and lost or HAOA150L
damaged owner’s manuals. Figure 4
Do not let anyone operate the machine unless
they’ve been fully and completely trained, in
safety and in the operation of the machine.

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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Do a "pre-start" safety check:
• Walk around your machine before getting in the operator’s cab. Look for evidence of leaking
fluid, loose fasteners, misaligned assemblies or any other indications of possible equipment
hazard.
• All equipment covers and machinery safety guards must be in place, to protect against injury
while the machine is being operated.
• Look around the work site area for potential hazards, or people or property that could be at risk
while operation is in progress.
• NEVER start the engine if there is any indication that maintenance or service work is in
progress, or if a warning tag is attached to controls in the cab.
• A machine that has not been used recently, or is being operated in extremely cold
temperatures, could require a warm-up or maintenance service before start-up.
• Check gauges and monitor displays for normal operation before starting the engine. Listen for
unusual noises and remain alert for other potentially hazardous conditions at the start of the
work cycle.

NEVER USE ETHER STARTING AIDS

An electric-grid type manifold heater is used for
cold starting. The glowing heater element can
cause ether or other starting fluid to detonate,
causing injury.

Figure 5
MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING
NEVER get on or off a moving machine. Do not
jump on/off. The entry/egress path should be
clear of mud, oil and spills and mounting
hardware must be kept tight and secure.
Always use handholds, steps or track shoes and
maintain at least 3-point contact of hands and
feet. Never use controls as handholds.
NEVER get up from the operator’s seat or leave
the operator’s station and dismount the machine
if the engine is running.
Figure 6

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OBSERVE GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Only trained and authorized personnel, with a good knowledge and awareness of safe procedures, may be
allowed to operate or perform maintenance or service on the excavator.

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All personnel at the work site should be aware of assigned individual responsibilities and tasks.
Communication and hand signals used should be understood by everyone.
Terrain and soil conditions at the work site, approaching traffic, weather-related hazards and any above or
below ground obstacles or hazards should be observed and monitored by all work crew members.

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ENGINE VENTILATION
Engine exhaust gases can cause fatal
accidents, and unconsciousness, loss of
alertness, judgement and motor control and
serious injury.
Make sure of adequate ventilation before
starting the engine in any enclosed area.
You should also be aware of open windows,
doors or ductwork into which exhaust may be
carried, or blown by the wind, exposing others to
danger. HAOA070L
Figure 7
ASBESTOS DUST HAZARD PREVENTION
Asbestos dust can be HAZARDOUS to your health if it is inhaled.
If you handle materials containing asbestos fibers, follow these guidelines as given below:
• Never use compressed air for cleaning.
• Use water for cleaning to keep down the dust.
• Work on the machine or component with the wind at your back whenever possible.
• Use an approved respirator with proper filtration.

TAKE TIME TO PROVIDE GOOD VISIBILITY

Halt work if visibility is poor. Strong rains, snow, fog and extremely dusty conditions can all obscure
visibility so badly that it is best to wait for weather to change or dust to settle before continuing operation.
Night work in areas of limited visibility should be halted if installation of extra work lights on the machine (or
work area) is necessary.
Keep dirt and dust off of windows and off the lens surfaces of work lights. Stop working if lights, windows or
mirrors need cleaning or adjustment.

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FUEL, OIL AND HYDRAULIC FLUID FIRE

HAZARDS
Add fuel, oil, antifreeze and hydraulic fluid to the
machine only in a well-ventilated area. The
machine must be parked with controls, lights
and switches turned off. The engine must be off
and any flames, glowing embers, auxiliary
heating units or spark-causing equipment must
be doused, turned off and/or kept well clear of
the machine.
Static electricity can produce dangerous sparks
HAOA120L
at the fuel filling nozzle. In very cold, dry
Figure 8
weather or other conditions that could produce
static discharge, keep the tip of the fuel nozzle
in constant contact with the neck of the fuel
filling nozzle, to provide a ground.
Keep fuel and other fluid reservoir caps tight
and do not start the engine until caps have been
secured.

BOOST STARTING OR CHARGING ENGINE

BATTERIES
Turn off all electrical equipment before
connecting leads to the battery. This includes
electrical switches on the battery charger or
boost starting equipment.
When boost-starting from another machine or
vehicle do not allow the two machines to touch.
Wear safety glasses or goggles while required
parallel battery connections - positive to positive
and negative to negative - are made.
HAOA310L
24 volt battery units consisting of two series- Figure 9
connected twelve volt batteries have a cable
connecting one positive terminal on one of the
12 volt batteries to a negative terminal on the other battery. Booster or charger cable connections must be
made between the non-series-connected positive terminals and between the negative terminal of the
booster battery and the metal frame of the machine being boosted or charged. Refer to the procedure and
illustration in Operation and Maintenance Manual.
Connect positive cable first when installing cables and disconnect the negative cable first when removing
them. The final cable connection, at the metal frame of the machine being charged or boost-started, should
be as far away from the batteries as possible.

TRAVEL CONTROLS MAY PRODUCE REVERSED OPERATIONS

Before starting the machine you should always check to see which end of the track frame is under the
operator’s cab. In the normal travel configuration, track frame travel motors are at the rear of the machine,
under the engine and counterweight. If the operator swings the cab 180˚, travel motors will be underneath
the operator’s cab, toward the front of the track frame and operating travel will be reversed.
When traveling the excavator always keep lights on; make sure that you are in compliance with all state
and local regulations concerning warning flags and signs and keep the operator’s cab positioned over the

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idler end of the track frame. That will keep travel controls in their intended configuration and at the same
time, maintain the proper orientation of lights on the machine and posted flags and signs.

KEEP "PINCH POINT" AREAS CLEAR - USE

CAUTION IN REVERSE AND SWING
Use a signal person in high traffic areas and
whenever the operator’s view is not clear, such
as when traveling in reverse. Make sure that no
one comes inside the swing radius of the
machine.
Anyone standing near the track frames, or
working assemblies of the attachment, is at risk
of being caught between moving parts of the
machine.
HAOA190L
Never allow anyone to ride on any part of the Figure 10
machine or attachment, including any part of the
turntable or operator’s cab.

TRAVEL PRECAUTIONS
Attachment control levers should not be operated while traveling.
Do not change selected travel mode (FAST/SLOW) while traveling.
Fold in work equipment so that the outer end of the boom is as close to the machine as possible, and is
200 mm - 300 mm (8" - 12") above ground.
Never travel over obstacles or slopes that will cause the machine to tilt severely. Travel around any slope
or obstacle that causes 10 degrees tilt, or more.

OPERATE CAREFULLY ON SNOW AND ICE AND IN VERY COLD TEMPERATURES

In icy cold weather avoid sudden travel movements and stay away from even very slight slopes. The
machine could skid off to one side very easily.
Snow accumulation could hide or obscure potential hazards. Use care while operating or while using the
machine to clear snow.
Warming up the engine for a short period may be necessary, to avoid operating with sluggish or reduced
working capacity. The jolting shocks and impact loads caused by bumping or bottoming the boom or
attachment are more likely to cause severe stress in very cold temperatures. Reducing work cycle rate and
work load may be necessary.

PARKING THE MACHINE

Avoid making sudden stops, or parking the machine wherever it happens to be at the end of the work day.
Plan ahead so that the excavator will be on a firm, level surface away from traffic and away from high
walls, cliff edges and any area of potential water accumulation or runoff. If parking on inclines is
unavoidable, block the crawler tracks to prevent movement. Lower the bucket or other working attachment
completely to the ground, or to an overnight support saddle. There should be no possibility of unintended
or accidental movement.

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SHUTDOWN CONTROL FUNCTIONS

After the machine has been lowered to the overnight storage position and all switches and operating
controls are in the "OFF" position, the control stand lock lever must be engaged. Release the left console
to disable all pilot circuit control functions.
Insert the swing lock pin and engage all brakes and lock-down security equipment that may have been
installed on the machine.

IMPORTANT
When hydraulic system maintenance or service work must be performed, you should be aware
that an accumulator in the system stores fluid under pressure after system lock down, even after
the control stand is raised. Release this energy by working controls with the engine off, until
pressure in the pilot circuit has been completely bled away.

EQUIPMENT
ROUGH OPERATION MAY REQUIRE USE OF
CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Working in mines, tunnels, deep pits or on loose
or wet surfaces could produce danger of falling
rock or hazardous flying objects. Additional
protection for the operator’s cab could be
required in the form of a FOG / Falling Object
Guard or windows guards.

HAOA110L
Figure 11
Any reinforcement system that is installed on
the machine must pass safety and certification
standards and carry appropriate labeling and
rating information. For example, the most often
added type of reinforcement system, FOG, must
meet or exceed International Standard
ISO10262, Laboratory Tests and Performance
Requirements Earth-Moving Machinery.
Never attempt to alter or modify any type of
protective structure reinforcement system, by
drilling holes, welding, remounting or relocating
fasteners. Any serious impact or damage to the HAOA100L
system requires a complete integrity Figure 12
reevaluation. Reinstallation, recertification and/
or replacement of the system may be
necessary.

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INSTALL ADDITIONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT IF CONDITIONS REQUIRE

When working with a breaker or in some shear work applications, a front guard over the windshield may be
required. The windshield guard may or may not be OPS/certified, depending upon the specific application
and working situation.
Laminate glass protection for the front, side or rear windows may also be recommended depending upon
particular site conditions.
Contact your Daewoo distributor for available safety guards and/or recommendations if there is any danger
of getting hit by objects that could strike the operator’s cab. Make sure that all other work site crew
members are kept well away from the excavator and safe from potential hazards.

MOVEMENT ALARMS
If the excavator is equipped with an audible travel movement alarm or visible swing movement alarm
(strobe light), test the alarm on a daily basis. The audible alarm should sound as soon as the travel system
is engaged. The strobe light should begin to flash as soon as the swing system is engaged.

SEAT BELTS SHOULD BE USED AT ALL

TIMES
Whenever the engine is running, the operator
should be seated at the control station with the
seat belt properly engaged.

Figure 13
WINDOW GLASS BREAKING TOOL
This excavator is equipped with a glass
breaking tool. It is behind the operator seat in
the upper right corner of the cab. This tool can
be used in case of an emergency situation
which requires the breaking of glass to exit from
the operator’s cabin. Grip the handle firmly and
use the sharp point to break the glass.

WARNING!
Figure 14
Protect your eyes when breaking the
glass.

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KEEP A FIRE EXTINGUISHER AT HAND

It is recommended that an appropriately sized
(2.27 kg [5 lb] or larger) multipurpose "A/B/C"
fire extinguisher be mounted in the cab. Check
and service the fire extinguisher at regular
intervals and make sure that all work site crew
members are adequately trained in its use.

MAINTAIN STANDARD SAFETY EQUIPMENT

IN GOOD CONDITION
Machinery guards and body panel covers must HAOA080L
be in place at all times. Keep well clear of Figure 15
rotating parts. Pinch point hazards such as
cooling fan and alternator drive belts could
catch hair, jewelry or oversize or very loose
clothing.
Safety labels must be replaced if they are damaged or become unreadable. The information on labels
gives work crew members an important safety reminder exactly where it will do the most good. Part
numbers for each label and required mounting locations are shown in Operation and Maintenance Manual.

SAFETY-CRITICAL PARTS MUST BE REPLACED PERIODICALLY

Replace the following fire-related components as soon as they begin to show any sign of wear, or at
regular periodic intervals, whether or not deterioration is visible:
• Fuel system flexible hoses, the tank overflow drain hose and the fuel fill cap.
• Hydraulic system hoses, especially the pump outlet lines and front and rear pump branch
hoses.
• Keep mounting brackets and hose and cable routing straps tight. Hose routing should have
gradual bends.

HYDRAULIC CYLINDER SEALS REQUIRE PERIODIC REPLACEMENT

Check cylinder drift rate at regular intervals. Maximum allowable rates are included in the in this manual.
Overhaul seal kits are available through Daewoo.

HIGH PRESSURE HYDRAULIC LINES CAN STORE A GREAT DEAL OF ENERGY

Exposed hydraulic hoses on the arm or boom could react with explosive force if struck by a falling rock,
overhead obstacle or other work site hazard. Extra safety guards may be required. NEVER allow hoses to
be hit, bent or interfered with during operation.

THE OPERATOR’S CAB AND TURNTABLE DECK SHOULD BE KEPT CLEAN

Cleaning off accumulations of grease and dirt helps extend equipment service life. Cleaning also provides
an opportunity to inspect equipment. Minor damage can be repaired or corrected before major problems
result.
Keep the cab floor and consoles free of tools and personal items.

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WEAR EYE PROTECTION AND SAFETY

CLOTHING
Full eye protection, a hard hat, safety shoes and
gloves may be required at the work site.
While working on the machine, never use
inadequate tools. They could break or slip,
causing injury, or they may not adequately
perform intended functions.

BREATHING MASKS, EAR PROTECTION

MAY BE REQUIRED HAOA020L
Figure 16
Don’t forget that some risks to your health may
not be immediately apparent. Exhaust gases
and noise pollution may not be visible, but these
hazards can cause disabling or permanent
injuries.

BATTERY ELECTROLYTE AND EXPLOSIVE

GASES CAN BE LETHAL
Flush eyes with water for 10-15 minutes if acid
is splashed in the face. Anyone who swallows
acid must have immediate medical aid. Call the
Poison Control listing in the front cover of the
telephone directory. Water, a popsicle or ice
cream are likely better than old remedies that try
to induce vomiting (which would expose tissue
to damage twice).
Explosive battery gas can be set off by sparks HAOA440L
from incidental contact or static discharge. Turn
Figure 17
off all switches and the engine when working on
batteries. Keep battery terminals tight. Contact
between a loose terminal and post can create
an explosive spark.

DISCONNECT BATTERIES FOR ELECTRICAL SERVICE BEFORE ELECTRICAL WELDING

Remove cable to negative terminal first, when disconnecting cable. Connect positive terminal cables
first when installing a battery.

USE LOW HEAT PORTABLE LIGHTING

Hot surfaces on trouble lights or portable work lights can set off fuel or battery explosive gases.

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MAINTENANCE
USE WARNING TAG CONTROL LOCKOUT
PROCEDURES DURING SERVICE
Alert others that service or maintenance is being
performed and tag operator’s cab controls - and
other machine areas if required - with a warning
notice. OSHA-mandated control lever lockout WARNING
can be made with any OSHA certified lockout
device and a length of chain or cable to keep the
left-hand control console in the fully raised, non-
active position.
Warning tags for controls are available from HAOC920L
Daewoo distributors.
Figure 18

DO NOT RUN THE ENGINE IF REPAIRS OR

WORK IS BEING PERFORMED ALONE
You should always have at least two people working together if the engine must be run during service. One
person needs to remain in the operator’s seat, ready to work the controls or stop the machine and shut off
the engine.

ALWAYS USE ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT SUPPORTS AND BLOCKING

Do not allow weight or equipment loads to remain suspended. Lower everything to the ground before
leaving the operator’s seat. Do not use hollow, cracked or unsteady, wobbling weight supports. Do not
work under any equipment supported solely by a lift jack.

DO NOT WORK ON HOT ENGINES OR HOT COOLING OR HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS

Wait for the engine to cool off after normal operation. Park the excavator on a firm, level surface and lower
all equipment before shutting down and switching off controls. When engine lube oil, gearbox lubricant or
other fluids require change, wait for fluid temperatures to decrease to a moderate level before removing
drain plugs.
NOTE: Oil will drain more quickly and completely if it is warm. Do not drain fluids at 95˚C (203˚F)
temperatures but don’t allow full cool-down.

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COOL-DOWN IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO

RADIATOR OR RESERVOIR CHECKS
Stop the engine and allow heat to dissipate
before performing service on the engine radiator
or hydraulic fluid reservoir. Both assemblies
have air vent levers at or near the fill cap for
venting built-up air pressure. Release the levers
before trying to take off fill caps and LOOSEN
CAPS SLOWLY, before removal.

PRESSURIZED HYDRAULIC OIL FLUID

HAOA060L
LEAKS CAN BE DANGEROUS
Figure 19
Fluid leaks from hydraulic hoses or pressurized
components can be difficult to see but
pressurized oil has enough force to pierce the
skin and cause serious injury.
Always use a piece of wood or cardboard to
check for suspected hydraulic leaks. Never use
your hands or expose your fingers.

X X O

HAOA420L
Figure 20

OBTAIN IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION IF PRESSURIZED OIL PIERCES THE SKIN

WARNING!
Failure to obtain prompt medical assistance could result in gangrene or other serious damage to
tissue.

USE CORRECT REPLACEMENT FASTENERS TIGHTENED TO PROPER TORQUE

Refer to the "General Maintenance" section of this manual for information on tightening torques and
recommended assembly compounds and always use the correct part.
Poor or incorrect fastener connections can dangerously weaken assemblies.

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DISPOSE OF ALL PETROLEUM-BASED OILS

AND FLUIDS PROPERLY
Physical contact with used motor oil may pose a
X
health risk. Wipe oil from your hands promptly
and wash off any remaining residue.
Used motor oil is an environmental contaminant
and may only be disposed of at approved
collection facilities. Never drain any petroleum-
based product on the ground or dispose of old
oil in municipal waste collection containers, or in
metropolitan sewer systems or rural landfills. HAOA470L
Check state and local regulations for other Figure 21
requirements.

TRACK TENSION ADJUSTMENTS REQUIRE CAUTION

NEVER turn out the track tension grease fitting nut. To release pressure from the crawler frame track
tension assembly, you should NEVER attempt to disassemble the track adjuster or attempt to remove the
grease fitting or valve assembly.
Keep your face and body away from the valve. Refer to the track adjustment procedure in the Operation
and Maintenance Manual or this manual.

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SHIPPING AND TRANSPORTATION

OBEY STATE AND LOCAL OVER-THE-ROAD REGULATIONS
Check state and local restrictions regarding weight, width and length of a load before making any other
preparation for transport.
The hauling vehicle, trailer and load must all be in compliance with local regulations governing the
intended shipping route.
Partial disassembly or tear-down of the excavator may be necessary to meet travel restrictions or
particular conditions at the work site. See this manual for information on partial disassembly.
Refer to the Transportation and Shipping section of the Operation and Maintenance Manual for information
on loading, unloading and towing.

LIFTING WITH SLING

WARNING!
Improper lifting can allow load to shift and
cause injury or damage.

1. Refer to Specification section of Operation

and Maintenance Manual for information
on weight and dimensions.
2. Use properly rated cables and slings for
lifting.
3. Position machine for a level lift.
4. Lifting cables should have a long enough
length to prevent contact with the machine.
Spreader bars may be required. Figure 22
NOTE: If spreader bars are used, be
sure that cables are properly
secured to them and that the
angle of the cables is factored
into the lift strength.

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