1Operation

1.1Important information about this service manual

WARNING!

•Read and understand the excavator operator’s manual. Follow warnings and instructions for operation and maintenance in that manual. Failure to follow instructions can result in serious injury.

•Read and understand all safety decals before operating the machine. DO NOT operate the machine unless all factory-installed guards and shields are in place.

•Be sure you are familiar with all safety devices and controls before operating the machine.

•Know how to stop the machine before starting.

This service manual contains important information about safely servicing the machine, correctly and economically. It serves as a reference for experienced users, helps to avoid potentially hazardous situations, and reduces repair costs and downtimes. Additionally, the reliability and the service life of the machine will be increased by following the instructions in this manual.

Proper and careful work is the best protection against accidents.

Operational safety and readiness of the machine depends not only upon operator skill, but also upon proper maintenance and service.

Always use Mustang original equipment service parts when performing maintenance and repair work. This ensures operational safety and readiness of the machine, and maintains its value.

1.2Abbreviations/symbols

• This symbol stands for a list.

• Subdivision within lists or an activity. Follow the steps in the sequence in which they appear.

This symbol requires you to perform out the activity described.

Description of the effects or results of an activity.

n. s. = not shown.

“Option” = optional equipment. Stated whenever components of the machine are installed as an option.

1.3Identification of warnings and hazards

The following signal words are used throughout this manual and on decals on the machine to warn of potentially hazardous conditions.

DANGER!/WARNING!/CAUTION!

Failure to follow the instructions identified by this symbol may result in personal injury or death for the operator or other persons. Measures for avoiding the hazard may be included.

IMPORTANT!

Contains instructions to help use the machine more efficiently.

Note: Contains additional instructions and/or helpful information.

Environment!

Failure to follow the instructions identified by this symbol may result in damage to the environment. The environment is at risk if environmentally hazardous material (e.g., waste oil) is not subject to proper use or disposal.

1.4Designated use and exemption from liability

• The machine is intended for:

• Moving ground, gravel, coarse gravel or ballast, and rubble.

• Working with Mustang-approved attachments.

• Mustang is not liable for damage resulting from uses other than mentioned above.

• Designated use also includes following instructions in the operator’s manual and observing maintenance and service recommendations. Read and understand the operator’s manual before starting, servicing/repairing the machine.

• The safety of the machine can be compromised by performing modifications to the machine not authorized by Mustang and/or by using service parts, equipment or attachments not approved by Mustang. Mustang is not liable for any damages resulting if this instruction is not followed.

• Follow the safety instructions in this manual, the operator’s manual, the engine manual, and any applicable instructions/manuals provided with any attachments used with the machine. Mustang is not liable for personal injury and/or property damage resulting from failure to follow the safety instructions.

• Mustang is not liable for personal injury and/or property damage resulting from failure to exercise care while servicing/repairing the machine.

• Do not use the machine for transportation on public roads.

1.5Serial plates and component numbers

Serial number location

The machine serial number plate (1) is located on the front frame, below the operator’s cab. See Fig. 1. The cab/canopy serial number (2) is located on the right rear of the frame next to the rear window.

Engine number

The serial plate (Fig. 2) is located on the engine cylinder head cover.