Issued directly from the factory under OEM part number 008 400 50 EN, this 878-page Bomag BC 573 RB-4 service manual PDF provides the definitive repair procedures for your refuse compactor. Extensive troubleshooting charts break down fault codes for the diesel engine and SCR systems, while dedicated sections map out the closed-loop travel pump and travel motor circuits. Dozens of high-quality electrical schematics trace the machine's wiring, from the CAN network to the cab climate control circuits. Factory specifications leave no room for guesswork, laying out precise values like the 500 to 600 Nm tightening torque for the M22 x 1.5 wheel nuts and the 12-micron rating for the charge circuit filter. When a compactor goes down and the landfill queue backs up, waiting on a single test pressure value is not an option. Grab this bookmarked, text-searchable file and pull the exact diagnostic spec you need to get your machine back to the working face today.
What's Inside This Bomag BC 573 RB-4 Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| General | 9-39 | Introduction |
| Maintenance and Repair | 40-64 | Notes on Repair, Preliminary Remarks, Preparations, Parking the Machine |
| Technical Data | 65-82 | Noise and Vibration, Fuels and Lubricants, List of Fuels and Lubricants |
| Electric Systems | 99-230 | Basic Principles (Measuring Method, Understanding Circuit Diagrams, Telemecanique Switch, Deutsch Plug, Series Dt and Dtm, Magnetic Coil Plug, Clip-On Technology) |
| Hydraulic System | 231-314 | Basic Principles (Open and Closed Hydraulic Circuit, Swash Plate Principle, Pump, Motor, External Gear Pumps), Overview of Hydraulics |
| Machine Assemblies | 315-470 | Diesel Engine (Overview of Diesel Engine, Lubrication Oil Circuit, Cooling Circuit, Fuel System, Crankcase Ventilation, Charging, Exhaust Gas Recirculation, Exhaust Gas Aftertreatment SCR, Engine Electrics, Maintenance Work) |
| Troubleshooting | 471-612 | Preliminary Remarks, Emergency Procedures (Actuating the Emergency Stop Switch, Emergency Exit, Disconnect the Battery, Towing the Machine, After Towing) |
| Special Tools | 613-618 | Electrics, Special Tools for Hydraulic System (Special Tools, Tests and Adjustments) |
| Measures Prior to Extended Shutdown Period | 619-624 | Measures Before Shutting Down, Measures During Shutdown, Battery Service, Measures Before Restarting |
| Circuit Diagrams | 645-878 | Circuit Diagram 246, Circuit Diagram 329, Circuit Diagram 514, Hydraulic Diagram |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Tightening torque for M22 x 1.5 wheel nut (10.9) | 500 - 600 Nm | p. 52 |
| Tightening torque for M12 x 1.5 hydraulic fitting (series L) | 15 Nm | p. 55 |
| Tightening torque for M14 x 1.5 hydraulic fitting (series S) | 14 Nm | p. 55 |
| Charge circuit filter | 12 micron | p. 72 |
| Return flow filter | 80 micron | p. 72 |
| Maximum air pressure for cleaning | 2.1 bar (30 psi) | p. 377 |
| Tightening torque for fastening screws on scrapers | 502 Nm (370 ft·lbf) | p. 394 |
| Distance of inner scrapers | 0 mm (0 in) | p. 396 |
| Distance of all other scrapers | 5 - 10 mm (0.2 - 0.4 in) | p. 396 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 38 L | p. 81 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 375 L | p. 68 |
| AdBlue/DEF Tank Capacity | 40 L | p. 68 |
Bomag BC 573 RB-4 Common Problems This Manual Covers
BOMAG BC 573 RB-4 compactor steering valve locks up and only turns left fully but not right
Inspect the steering control linkages and valve block. Check the hydraulic diagram on page 874 to trace the directional circuit. Verify all M12 x 1.5 hydraulic fittings on the steering lines are torqued to 15 Nm. Replace damaged hoses to restore full articulation.
Manual Section: Circuit Diagrams p. 874Controller enters a lockout state and blocks machine enable until service mode clears the active fault
Review the error code reference and enter service mode to clear the lockout. Confirm the engine reaches its rated speed of 2200 min-1 (p. 67) before re-enabling the travel system, then clear any remaining faults through the diagnostic menu to resume operation.
Manual Section: TroubleshootingRepeated air intake restriction warnings or low engine breathing performance during landfill operations
Remove the engine intake filter element and inspect for heavy dust packing. Blow out the primary housing using a maximum air pressure of 2.1 bar (30 psi) as shown on page 377. Install a new element if the restriction indicator remains tripped after cleaning the housing.
Manual Section: Machine Assemblies p. 377Heavy refuse buildup on drums because inner and outer scraper bars are worn down
Adjust the inner scrapers to a distance of 0 mm against the drum to prevent refuse wrapping. Check page 396 for the adjustment procedure. Torque the scraper fastening screws to 502 Nm. Replace the scraper bars entirely if they cannot meet this clearance.
Manual Section: Machine Assemblies p. 396Travel pump feels sluggish or unresponsive after missing a routine hydraulic maintenance interval
Replace the charge circuit filter with a new 12 micron element. Check page 79 to confirm the strict hydraulic oil filter replacement interval of 500 operating hours. Top off the main hydraulic tank to its full 260 L capacity and bleed the closed loop travel circuit.
Manual Section: Technical Data p. 79Frequently Asked Questions
How do I reset a BOMAG BC 573 RB-4 fault code?
To delete all stored faults, ensure the engine is not running, enter code number 710 (without service code 9999), and then switch the ignition off and on again. p. 178
What are the torque specifications for BOMAG BC 573 RB-4 hydraulic fittings?
For metric thread series 'L' (pressures up to 250 bar), the tightening torque for an M12 x 1.5 thread is 15 Nm, while for an M52 x 2 thread it is 250 Nm. For series 'S' (pressures up to 400 bar), an M14 x 1.5 thread requires 14 Nm and an M52 x 2 thread requires 220 Nm. p. 55
What are the replacement specifications for the engine air filter on a Bomag BC 573 RB-4?
The safety element must be replaced whenever the air filter is damaged, or at the latest after one year, whichever comes first. p. 378
What is the engine oil capacity for the BC 573 RB-4?
The engine oil filling quantity is 38 liters (10 gal us). p. 81
What is the tightening torque for the oil filter screw cap on the Bomag BC 573 RB-4?
The screw cap on the oil filter should be tightened to 50 Nm (37 ft·lbf). p. 364
How will I receive this Bomag BC 573 RB-4 Service Manual?
All 878 pages arrive as one searchable PDF at checkout. Read it at the desk, then take the phone out to the machine.
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