Whether you are facing the daily walkaround, a warning on the systems display, or a track that has started to sag, this 244-page Link-Belt 210LX, 240LX operator manual PDF (OEM ID 1014) is the owner's book for both excavators. Lubrication and service take up a long stretch of its pages: an interval schedule keyed to the hourmeter, every grease point down to the turntable teeth and swing reduction gear, and level checks for the engine, cooling, fuel, hydraulic and travel reduction systems. Track adjustment, bucket shimming, cab control layout, hand signals and lifting capacity tables for both models fill out the rest. Plan on fresh fuel filters every 500 hours, 24 litres of engine oil and 27.0 litres in the cooling system. A guessed torque or pressure figure costs real money. Bookmarks and a text layer take you straight to any section, and the pages print clean enough to live on your bench and collect grease.
What's Inside This Link-Belt 210LX, 240LX Operator Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| To the Owner | 7-10 | Right, Left, Front and Rear of Machine |
| Identification Numbers | 11-12 | Type, Serial Number and Year of Manufacture, Machine Components |
| Safety Rules | 13-44 | Utility Safety, Personal Safety, Before Operation, Machine Operation, Burn Prevention, Fire Extinguisher, Fire or Explosion Prevention, Maintenance |
| Instruments/Controls | 45-94 | Cab Door, Steps and Access Handles, Operator’s Compartment Controls, Location of Controls and Associated Components, Right-Hand Control Arm, Left-Hand Control Arm |
| Operating Instructions | 95-128 | Before Operating the Machine, Machine Operation, Break-In Period, Vandal Cover, Starting the Engine, Bringing the Machine Up to Operating Temperature, Engine Operation |
| Lubrication | 129-172 | Before Operating the Machine, Fluids and Lubricants, Hourmeter, Daily Inspection, Service Intervals, Engine Oil, Fluid and Lubricant Capacities and Specifications, Grease Points |
| Adjustment/Maintenance | 173-188 | Tracks, Track Rollers and Idler Wheels, Radiator and Oil Cooler, Fan and Alternator Drive Belt, Fuel Tank Filter, Inspecting and Cleaning the Machine, Checking for Cylinder Leakage |
| Electrical | 189-202 | Fuses, Batteries, Connecting Booster Batteries, Replacing a Bulb |
| Machine Storage | 203-204 | Preparation for Storage |
| Specifications | 205-242 | Engine, Hydraulic System, Weights, Dimensions, Working Range, Lifting Capacities |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| All Models | ||
| Fuse (1) Memory | 10 A | p. 196 |
| Fuel filter replacement interval | Every 500 hours | p. 143 |
| Fuse (2) Starter switch, cab lighting, radio | 10 A | p. 196 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 24 litres | p. 136 |
| Cooling System Capacity | 27.0 litres | p. 136 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 340 litres | p. 136 |
| Hydraulic Reservoir Capacity | 120 litres | p. 136 |
| Track Shoe Bolt Torque | 275-335 pound-feet | p. 177 |
| 210LX | ||
| Total Hydraulic System Capacity | 206 litres | p. 136 |
| Swing Reduction Gear Oil Capacity | 4.5 litres | p. 136 |
| 240LX | ||
| Total Hydraulic System Capacity | 225 litres | p. 136 |
| Swing Reduction Gear Oil Capacity | 6.0 litres | p. 136 |
Link-Belt 210LX, 240LX Common Problems This Manual Covers
Link-Belt 210LX / 240LX excavator engine does not start or stops during operation
Check the engine does not start and engine stops entries in the troubleshooting chart on page 190. Verify battery charge and electrolyte level, and connect booster batteries only by the Electrical section procedure. Test fuse 11 (engine electronic box, 20 A), fuse 18 (engine emergency shut down, 15 A) and fuse 19 (engine pre-heating, 30 A) per page 196.
Manual Section: Engine Troubleshooting p. 190Fuel filter overdue for service and engine showing exhaust smoke with excessive fuel consumption
Check the exhaust smoke and fuel consumption entries in the engine troubleshooting chart on page 190. Drain water and sediment from the fuel system, then replace the fuel filter, which is due every 500 hours per page 143. Bleed the fuel system following page 150 before restarting, and confirm the engine runs clean.
Manual Section: Fuel System Troubleshooting p. 150Radiator and oil cooler clogged or coolant level low with engine overheating during operation
Check the engine overheating entry in the troubleshooting chart on page 190. Verify coolant level with the engine cool, clean the radiator and oil cooler, and inspect the fan and alternator drive belt. If you drain and rinse the cooling system, refill to the 27.0 litre system capacity listed on page 136.
Manual Section: Engine Troubleshooting p. 190Hydraulic lines or cylinders leaking oil with air trapped in the hydraulic system
Check lines and cylinders for leakage only after releasing hydraulic system pressure as described in the hydraulic procedures starting on page 153. Replace the hydraulic filters, then bleed air from the system. Fill the hydraulic reservoir (120 litres capacity, page 136) and change the hydraulic fluid at the 5000 hour interval.
Manual Section: Hydraulic System Troubleshooting p. 153Tracks running loose with sag outside specification between track rollers and idler wheels
Measure track sag following page 174 and compare it against 280 to 300 mm. Increase or reduce tension using the track tension procedure starting on page 173. Inspect track rollers and idler wheels, and torque any loose track shoe bolts to 275 to 335 pound-feet (370 to 450 Nm) per page 177.
Manual Section: Track Tension Troubleshooting p. 174Cab air conditioner or heater stops working and compressor does not engage
Check fuse 3 (air conditioner / heater, 20 A) and fuse 4 (air conditioner compressor, 5 A) against the fuse list on page 196. Clean the air conditioning filters, then check the circuit charge level as set out in the air conditioning procedures under Adjustment/Maintenance. Replace a blown fuse only with the listed rating.
Manual Section: Electrical p. 196Frequently Asked Questions
What are the fuel filter replacement specifications for the Link-Belt 210LX, 240LX excavator?
The fuel filter replacement interval is every 500 hours of operation. Do not fill the new filter with fuel before installing it, and do not use a filter wrench to tighten the filter, as excessive tightening can damage the seals. p. 150
What is the engine oil capacity for the 210LX and 240LX models?
The engine oil capacity for both the 210LX and 240LX models is 24 litres (6.3 gal). p. 136
What is the torque specification for the track shoe bolts on the Link-Belt 210LX, 240LX excavator?
The track shoe bolts must be tightened to a torque of 275 to 335 pound-feet (370 to 450 Nm). p. 177
What is the correct track sag measurement for the 210LX and 240LX?
The track sag should be measured between the base of the undercarriage and the pad, and it should be between 280 mm and 300 mm (11 to 12 in). p. 174
What is the cooling system capacity for the 210LX and 240LX?
The cooling system capacity for both the 210LX and 240LX models is 27.0 litres (7.1 gal). p. 136
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