Part of the Case Operator Manuals.
This 134-page JCB 506-36 operator manual pdf breaks down the complete cab controls, daily maintenance schedules, and load chart procedures for the 506-36, 508-40, 510-40, and 506B Loadall series. Inside, you get a thorough overview of the dashboard indicators, exact service intervals for routine checks, and step-by-step instructions for interpreting boom indicators and load charts. Packed with boom safety strut procedures, cab switch layouts, and detailed greasing locations, it gives operators exactly what they need to run the equipment safely. Verify the engine oil is topped off at exactly 10 liters, and confirm the hydraulic tank is full according to the specific capacity for your model (e.g., 190 liters for 506-36, 121 liters for 506B, or 292 liters for 508-40/510-40) before firing up the engine for your shift. A warning light on the dash shouldn't stall your workday. Download this bookmarked file directly to your tablet, keep it in the cab, and always know your machine's limits.
Complete the set for your 506-36, 508-40, 510-40…
What's Inside This Operator Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Operation | 27-70 | Introduction, Entering & Leaving the Cab, Doors and Windows, Seat Controls, Seat Belt, Engine and Drive Controls, Cab Switches and Instruments, Heater (Cab Versions Only) |
| Maintenance | 71-122 | Lubricants - Health and Safety, Service Requirements, Service Schedules, Boom Safety Strut, Engine Hood and Cover, Radiator Grille, ROPS/FOPS Structure, Checking for Damage |
| Optional Attachments | 123-132 | Introduction, Quick Release Couplings, Installing and Removing Q-Fit Attachments, Extension Jib, Fork Mounted Hook |
| Specifications | 133-134 | 506-36, 506B, 508-40, 510-40 |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| All Models | ||
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 Liters (23.7 Gal) | p. 131 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 10 Liters (2.6 Gal) | p. 131 |
| Engine Oil & Filter Change Interval | 250 Hours | p. 85 |
| Transmission Oil & Filter Change Interval | 250 Hours | p. 85 |
| Grease Points Interval | 10 Hours | p. 85 |
| 506-36, early 508-40 | ||
| Engine Coolant Capacity (506-36, early 508-40) | 18 Liters (4.7 Gal) | p. 131 |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity (506-36, early 508-40) | 190 Liters (50.2 Gal) | p. 131 |
| 506B, 508-40, 510-40 | ||
| Engine Coolant Capacity (506B, 508-40, 510-40) | 23.5 Liters (6.2 Gal) | p. 132 |
| 506B | ||
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity, 506B | 121 Liters (32.0 Gal) | p. 132 |
| 508-40, 510-40 | ||
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity (508-40, 510-40) | 292 Liters (77.0 Gal) | p. 133 |
