Link-Belt published this 192-page operator manual under book number 235X3-OM-LXG-01 for the 235X3 hydraulic excavator, the X3-generation machine with an electronic monitor in the cab. As a Link-Belt 235X3 operator manual PDF, it walks you through the cab and controls: lever patterns C and D, the menu screens and message display list, the gate lock, and diesel particulate diffuser operation. Lubrication, filters and fluids take up a good share of the book. After them come the daily inspection lists, track and idler adjustment, quick coupler operation and the ISO-rated lifting capacity tables. On a 600 mm pad, torque the track shoe bolts to 221 lb-ft (300 N-m) and then turn them a further 120°; the fuel pre-filter body goes to between 28 and 32 N-m. A filter change stalls when one torque value is missing. The chapters are bookmarked and the text is searchable, and once you buy this copy it stays yours for the life of your machine.
What's Inside This Operator Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| To the Owner | 7-8 | Technical Manuals, Operator's Manuals, Parts Manuals, Service Manuals, Maintenance Records, Excavator Serial Number |
| Excavator Components | 9-14 | Engine Components, Identification Numbers |
| Safety, Decals, and Hand Signals | 15-40 | Safety Rules, Safety Area, Utility Safety, Operator Precautions, Decals, Hand Signals |
| Instruments and Controls | 41-80 | Cab, Steps and Access Handles, Position of the Cab Controls and Accessories, Operator's Seat, Seat Controls, Right-Hand Control Arm, Left-Hand Control Arm, Front Console |
| Operating Instructions | 81-110 | Before Operating the Excavator, Operating the Excavator, Run-In Period, Anti-Theft Protection Device, Starting the Engine, Bringing the Excavator Up to Operating Temperature |
| Servicing Intervals | 111-118 | Daily Inspections, Maintenance Information Screen |
| Lubrication, Filters, and Fluids | 119-148 | Fluids and Lubricants, Lubrication Chart, Lubrication Points, Fluid Levels, Engine, Cooling System, Fuel System, Releasing Pressure in the Hydraulic System |
| Maintenance and Adjustments | 149-164 | Tracks, Track Rollers and Idler Wheels, Radiator and Oil Cooler, Fan and Alternator Belt, Inspecting and Cleaning the Excavator, Checking for Cylinder Leakage, Replacing a Bucket |
| Electrical Systems | 165-172 | Fuses, Battery Disconnect Switch, Battery |
| Transportation & Storage Instructions | 173-180 | Transporting the Excavator, Loading the Excavator, Lifting the Excavator |
| Specifications | 181-188 | Engine, Hydraulic System, Weights, Undercarriage, Capacity of Systems and Components, Attachment, Digging Force, Excavator Overall Dimensions |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Tightening torque of the track shoe (600 mm track pad) | 221 lb-ft (300 N-m), then turn 120° | p. 151 |
| Tightening torque of the track shoe (800 mm track pad) | 557 - 629 lbf-ft (755 - 853 N-m) | p. 151 |
| Fuel pre-filter drain plug and bleed screw tightening torque | 5.90 - 8.85 lb-ft (8 - 12 N-m) | p. 131 |
| Fuel pre-filter body tightening torque | 20.66 - 23.62 lbf-ft (28 - 32 N-m) | p. 132 |
| Pilot filter cartridge tightening torque | 21.689 - 28.917 lbf-ft (29.4 - 39.2 N-m) | p. 138 |
| Air filter compressed air cleaning pressure | 100 psi or less | p. 144 |
| Fan and alternator belt tension slack | 0.236 in (6 mm) to 0.315 in (8 mm) | p. 154 |
| Track tension value | 11.8 - 12.99 in (300 - 330 mm) | p. 149 |
| Travel reduction gear (*) | 267 - 312 N-m | p. 162 |
| Batteries | 20 - 29 N-m | p. 162 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 6.1 gal (23.1 liters) | p. 127 |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 30 gal (114 liters) | p. 137 |
