Operation and Maintenance Manual: Cab S/N 3648 12001 & Above

VR723
Cab
S/N 3648 12001
& above
VR723
Canopy
S/N 3649 12001
& above
VR530C Operation and
Dealer Copy -- Not for Resale

Cab
S/N 3660 12001 Maintenance
& above
VR530C Manual
Canopy
S/N 3661 12001
& above
CPN 22806475 December 2005
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Safety instructions
WARNING
Operators must read and understand instructions
before running the machine. Untrained operators can
Never use the telescopic handler without instructions. See the
cause injury or death. machine signs (decals), Operation & Maintenance Manual, AEM
Safety Manual and data sheets located in the cab.
Safety Alert Symbol: This symbol with a warning statement means: “Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!” Care-
fully read the message that follows.
Correct Incorrect Incorrect
Always fasten seat belt securely. Never use the telescopic handler with- Never use the machine as a working
out operator cab (ROPS & FOPS). platform or an elevator unless it is
Do not have any part of your body out-
equipped with a IR-approved platform.

side the cab
Incorrect Incorrect Incorrect
Do not use the machine where exhaust Check for underground or overhead Never transport a load when raised.
can contact flammable material, explo- lines in the area before operating the
Do not travel or turn with the lift arms
sive dust or gases. machine.
up.
Keep a minimum distance of 8 m
Load, unload and turn on flat level
between the nearest line and the
ground.
machine arm, attachment, or load.
Never exceed rated operating capacity. Never leave telescopic handler with Never modify equipment.
engine running or with lift arms up.
Keep to the limits of the machine's Only use attachments that are approved
Rated Capacity Chart and/or the attach- To park, engage parking brake and put by IR for this type of telescopic handler.
ment's nominal capacity. attachment flat on the ground.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
The IR telescopic handler must be equipped with safety systems necessary for each job. Ask your dealer for information on the safe use
of attachments and accessories.
• SEAT BELT: Check belt fasteners and check for damaged strap • SAFETY TREADS: Replace if Damaged
or buckle.
• GRAB HANDLES: Replace if Damaged
• OPERATOR CAB (ROPS & FOPS): It must be on the machine with
all fasteners tight. Never use the machine without the right side • PARKING BRAKE
window. • WINDOWS AND MIRRORS: Clean and check for broken window
or mirror. Replace if Damaged
• OPERATOR'S HANDBOOK: Must be in cab.
• MACHINE SIGNS (Decals): Replace if Damaged
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
CONTENTS .......................................................................................................................................................................I
FOREWORD....................................................................................................................................................................III
SAFETY ............................................................................................................................................................................1
RATED CAPACITY CHARTS .........................................................................................................................................15
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................................................19
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................................................47
OPTIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................85
SPECIFICATIONS VR723 ..............................................................................................................................................93

MATERIAL HANDLER WARRANTY ..............................................................................................................................99
REFERENCE INFORMATION
Write the correct information for your IR telescopic handler in the spaces below. Always use these numbers
when referring to your machine.
Telescopic Handler Serial Number
Engine Serial Number
Notes:
Your IR Dealer:
Address:
Telephone:
INGERSOLL - RAND
Material Handling Equipment
312 Ingersoll Dr.
SHIPPENSBURG, PA 17257
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Operation and Maintenance Manual
FOREWORD
Intro
FOREWORD
CAUTION
This manual was written to give the owner/operator instructions on the safe operation and maintenance of the
IR telescopic handler. READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE. If you
have any questions, see your IR dealer.
Contents
Serial Number Locations.................................................................................................................................................. V

Telescopic Handler Serial Number ........................................................................................................................ V

Engine Serial Number............................................................................................................................................ V
Other Serial Numbers ............................................................................................................................................ V
Delivery Report ............................................................................................................................................................... VI
Warranty Registration ..................................................................................................................................................... VI
Identification Of The Telescopic Handler ....................................................................................................................... VII
Options and Accessories .............................................................................................................................................. VIII
CALIFORNIA
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its
constituents are known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects and other
reproductive harm.
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Serial Number Locations
Telescopic Handler Serial Number Other Serial Numbers
Always use the type, model and serial number of the Other components may also have serial numbers and an
machine when requesting service information or when identification plate. Always use these serial numbers when
ordering parts. ordering parts.
Early or later models (identified by the serial number) may
use different parts or require a specific maintenance
procedure.
The machine name plate is riveted to the right side of the
frame, near the front right wheel. The serial number is
etched on the top of the frame, on the front right end.
Figure 1

xxx
S0780
Engine Serial Number
The engine serial number is etched on a plate located

beneath the alternator belt [Figure 2]. The belt cover must
first be removed. Always use the complete serial number
when requesting information or when ordering parts.
Figure 2
S0430
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Delivery Report Warranty Registration
The Delivery Report must be filled out by the dealer and The Warranty Registration must be filled out by the dealer
signed by the owner or operator when the Telescopic Han- and signed by the owner or operator when the Telescopic
dler is delivered. An explanation of the form must be given Handler is delivered. Make sure it is filled out correctly.
to the owner. Make sure it is filled out correctly.
This document has 4 copies (Division copy - Customer
copy - Seller Distributor copy - Servicing Distributor copy).
Figure 3 Figure 4

S0002 S0776
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Identification Of The Telescopic Handler
Reference Designation
1 Telescopic boom
2 Boom
3 Fuel tank
4 Mirror
5 Operator Cab
6 Battery compartment
7 Boom stop
8 Engine exhaust
9 Lights (opt.)
10 Engine cover
11 Rotating beacon (opt.)
12 Forks
13 Angle indicator
14 Lateral Operator Restraint Bar (LORS™)
(only on canopy models)
Figure 5
1 2 10 7

5
12 4
13
8 11
This figure shows the cab version. S1820
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Options and Accessories
The VR638 Telescopic Handlers Have The Following Options

Basic Equipment:
• Tires
• Hydrostatic transmission • Cab with air conditioning and heating
• ROPS/FOPS operator canopy • Rotating beacon
• Hydraulic Joystick Control • Roof windscreen wiper
• Two-way auxiliary hydraulic supply at the end of the • Hydraulic lock of accessories
boom
• Mudguards
• Hydraulic system
• 4 equal-size drive and steering wheels with
DUNLOP 400/70 - 20 T37 150B tires
• Back up alarm
• Mirrors
Below is a list of equipment available from your dealer as

Dealer and/or Factory Installed Accessories. Please see
your IR dealer for more information.
Tires

The machine is fitted with 4 identical tires.
Four mounts are possible:
Pression
Brand Dimensions
(bar)
DUNLOP 400/70 - 20 150B 4.00 bar
(standard)
TITAN 400/70 - 20 4.00 bar
(option)
DUNLOP 400/80 - 24 153B 4.25
(option)
MITAS 15.5/80-R24 16PR 5.00 bar
(option)
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SAFETY
Contents
General Safety Information ...............................................................................................................................................3
Safety Information In This Manual ....................................................................................................................................4
Operator Protection Equipment.........................................................................................................................................4

ROPS (Rollover Protective Structure).....................................................................................................................4
FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) ............................................................................................................4
Seat Belt .................................................................................................................................................................4
LORS™ (Lateral Operator Restraint System) (Canopy only) .................................................................................4
Boom Safety Stop ...................................................................................................................................................4

Safety Instructions For Operation .....................................................................................................................................5
Before You Operate, Maintain, Or In Any Other Way Use This Telescopic Material Handler: ...............................5
Pre-Start Inspection ................................................................................................................................................5
Starting....................................................................................................................................................................5
Operating ................................................................................................................................................................5
Load Handling.........................................................................................................................................................7
Stopping..................................................................................................................................................................7
Safety Instructions For Maintenance.................................................................................................................................8
Fire Prevention..................................................................................................................................................................8
Safety Instructions For Transporting And Hauling ............................................................................................................9
Safety Related Decals.....................................................................................................................................................10

Location Of The Decals ........................................................................................................................................10
Safety Related Decals Overview ..........................................................................................................................11
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General Safety Information
Carefully follow the operating and maintenance instruc- The following publications and training materials provide
tions in this manual. information on the safe use and maintenance of the tele-
scopic handler and attachments:
All IR telescopic handlers and attachments are designed to
ensure maximum safety to the operator. However, in spite • The Delivery Report ensures that complete instructions
of very careful design, this machine can be dangerous if have been given to the new owner and that the IR Tele-
scopic Handler and equipment are in safe operating con-
not used and serviced according to the instructions in this dition.
manual.
• The Operation & Maintenance Manual delivered with the
A certificate of compliance is issued on delivery of the IR telescopic handler or attachment provides operating
machine. This must be kept and shown at each periodic information as well as routine maintenance and service
procedures. It is a part of the telescopic handler and
inspection of the machine and handed over to the pur- must be stored in the container provided inside the oper-
chaser if the machine is resold. ator cab. Replacement Operation & Maintenance Manu-
als are available from your IR dealer.
The IR telescopic handler is highly maneuverable and
• Machine signs (decals) instruct on the safe operation
compact. It is rugged and useful under a wide variety of and maintenance of your IR telescopic handler or attach-
conditions. The operator will still face hazards associated ment. The signs and their locations are shown in the Op-
with various types of applications. eration & Maintenance Manual. Replacement signs are
available from your IR dealer.
Subject to compliance with operating and maintenance
• The AEM Safety Manual
instructions, and use of the specially designed original
equipment, this machine: On delivery, the dealer checks the recommended applica-
tions of the product with the owner / operator. If the
• can be used for lifting operations with variable-length

load suspension components, which allow the load to machine is to be used for other applications, the owner/
swing freely in all directions; operator should check the relevant recommendations with
the dealer.
This machine is not designed for:
• use under weather conditions with a risk of lightning,
storm or winds faster than 12.5 m/s (force 6 on the Beau-
fort scale);
• use in explosive atmosphere;
• carrying out work on live power lines;
• carrying out underground work.
The dealer explains the capabilities and restrictions of the
IR telescopic handler for each application. The dealer
demonstrates the safe operation according to IR instruc-
tions, which are made available to operators.
The dealer can also identify unsafe modifications or use of
non-approved attachments.
The attachments and buckets are designed for rated
capacities and secure fastening to the IR telescopic
handler.
The user should check with the dealer, or refer to IR docu-
mentation, to determine safe loads of materials of
specified densities for the Telescopic Handler/Attachment
combination.
The user must adhere to the Rated Capacity Charts rela-
tive to each mounting of tires.
The user should use only the tires listed in “Tyres” on
page 98 and should ensure that the machine is equipped
with 4 identical tires.
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Safety Information In This Manual Operator Protection Equipment
ROPS (Rollover Protective Structure)

DANGER The cab/canopy incorporates a ROPS (rollover protective
DANGER indicates a imminently hazardous situation structure) with overhead guard. When used in conjunction
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious with seat belts, the cab/canopy is intended to lessen the
injury. possibility of death or serious injury in the event of a
machine rollover or from falling objects. The ROPS with
overhead guard must not be considered a substitute for
good judgment and care when operating the telescopic
WARNING material handler.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation

FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure)
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
The cab/canopy protects the operator against the impact
of falling objects (e.g. a falling part of the load).
CAUTION Seat Belt
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation Check the seat belt regularly for wear or damage. Inspect
which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moder- belt hardware and fabric. Replace if hardware is damaged
ate injury. or if strap is nicked, frayed or loose stitching is found.

Check that mounting hardware is tight.
ALWAYS fasten the seat belt. The seat belt provides a
CAUTION means to help the operator keep the head and torso sub-
stantially within the confines of the telescopic material
CAUTION used without the Safety Alert Symbol indi- handler frame if a tip over occurs. This restraint system is
cates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not intended to reduce the risk of the head and torso being
avoided, may result in property damage. trapped between the machine and the ground, but cannot
protect the operator against all possible injury in a tip over.
NOTICE LORS™ (Lateral Operator Restraint System)

(Canopy only)
NOTICE is used to notify people of installation, operation,
or maintenance information which is important but not haz- The LORS™ requires the operator to be seated in the
ard related. operating position with the restraint bar lowered and
engine running before the machine can be operated.
Boom Safety Stop

The IR telescopic handler and attachment must be in good
operating condition before use. The Variable Reach Telescopic Material Handler is
equipped with a boom stop to be used whenever work is to
be performed under a raised boom. It is to be placed over
one of the boom cylinders and the boom lowered onto the
stop. The stop is stowed behind the hood on the deckplate.
The stop is equipped with a lock pin.
See “Approved Boom Stop” on page 51 for more
information.
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Safety Instructions For Operation
Before You Operate, Maintain, Or In Any Other Way Check for any conditions that could be dangerous: holes,
Use This Telescopic Material Handler: banks, underground culverts, manhole covers, water
meter pits, curb and/or street boxes.
Read and study both this Manual and the AEM Safety
Manual for Operators and Mechanics. Starting
Know how to safely use the telescopic material handler’s
controls and what you must do for safe maintenance. Read and follow all instruction decals.
ALWAYS wear or use the proper safety items required for Seat belts and other OSHA-required safety equipment
your personal protection. must be worn when operating the telescopic material
Read and understand the information about nameplate handler.
and rated capacity chart in this section of the manual. Before you start the telescopic material handler, ensure
Make sure that a trained and qualified person will be oper- that the direction control lever is in Neutral (N).
ating the telescopic material handler. A qualified person Before you start the telescopic material handler, ensure
experienced in the operation of this machine must guide a that no one is standing between the wheels and the frame.
new operator through several driving and load-handling
operations before the new operator attempts to operate Start the engine from the operators position only.
the machine alone.
The parking brake is ON.
If you have any questions about the safe use or mainte-
Jump-starting the engine is NOT RECOMMENDED. If you
nance of this telescopic material handler, ask your

do jump-start, use extreme caution. Prior to jump-starting,
supervisor or contact any Ingersoll-Rand distributor.
ensure:
NEVER GUESS ALWAYS CHECK!
Direction control lever is in Neutral (N).
Pre-Start Inspection
A trained operator is at the controls when the engine starts.
Inspect your telescopic material handler daily. Ensure that DO NOT use ether or other starting fluids for cold weather
the routine maintenance and lubrication are being dutifully starting. Use of unmetered starting fluids can cause severe
performed. Have any malfunctioning, broken, or missing engine damage. If the telescopic material handler will not
parts corrected or replaced before use. DO NOT operate a start in cold weather, the machine must be moved to a
damaged or poorly maintained handler. You risk lives warmer area for starting. An ether start option is also
when operating faulty equipment, including your own. available.
Verify that all instruction and safety labels are in place and Check the operation of all the telescopic material handlers
readable. These are as important as any other equipment systems, including transmission, brakes, and boom opera-
on the machine. tion, before beginning work.
Clean any foreign material from the steps and operator’s
platform to reduce the danger of slipping. Operating
NEVER fill the fuel tank with the engine running, while near
an open flame, or when smoking. ALWAYS wipe up any
spilled fuel. CAUTION
Check for warning tags placed on the telescopic material A qualified operator must not use drugs or alcoholic
handler. DO NOT operate the machine until repairs have drinks which impair his/her alertness or coordination
been made and the warning tags are removed by autho- while working. An operator who is taking prescription
rized personnel. drugs must get medical advice to determine if he/she
can safely operate a machine.
ALWAYS know the capability and limitations of your equip-
ment: speed, gradeability, steering, and braking.
ALWAYS make sure that no person or obstruction is in
Be aware of the dimensions of your telescopic material your line of travel before starting the telescopic material
handler height and width as well as your transporter handler in motion.
dimensions and weight.
NEVER climb onto or off the telescopic material handler
while it is in motion.
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Remain seated, with seat belt securely fastened, when easily when empty than when loaded with the load low-
operating the machine. ered. Rearward tilt of the carriage and load, off-center
loads, and uneven or soft ground will aggravate these
Use extreme caution and be observant when working in conditions.
close quarters or congested areas.
Keep a safe distance from the edge of docks, ramps, plat-
Operate only from the seated position. NEVER carry forms, and other similar working surfaces.
passengers.
Keep a safe distance from the edges of excavations so
DO NOT work over or near electric power lines. The tele- that ground does not suddenly collapse and tip over the
scopic material handler is not insulated. DO NOT operate telescopic material handler. Be careful when operating on
this machine in any location where any part of it will come slopes when the ground is soft or muddy so that the han-
within 12 feet (3.66 meters) of any high-voltage lines. dler does not suddenly slide and tip over.
Coordinated steering provides the greatest maneuverabil-
DANGER ity and is the mode of steering most often used. It is
recommended the machine be stopped before steering
Hazardous voltage will cause severe injury or death. mode is changed. All steering modes can be selected
Keep away from power lines. while stopped, but the wheels should be straightened
before moving to make sure they are properly aligned.
Know the area in which you are working. Familiarize your- Keep yourself and others away from the lift mechanism.
self with work site obstructions and any other potential NEVER permit anyone under or on the forks.
hazards in the area.
NEVER put head, arms, hands, or legs through the boom
Know and use the hand signals required for particular jobs mechanism nor near the forks or carriage. This rule applies

and know who has the responsibility for signalling. DO not only to the operator, but also a helper. A helper must
NOT work in the vicinity of overhanging banks, or on not be near the load or lift mechanism when the operator
grades that could cause the telescopic material handler to is attempting to handle a load. The lift mechanism has
slide or roll over. moving parts with close clearances that can cause serious
AVOID excessively steep slopes or unstable surfaces. If injury.
you must drive on a slope, keep the load low and proceed DO NOT move the direction control lever to the opposite
with extreme caution. DO NOT drive across excessively position (FWD to REV or REV to FWD) when the Variable
steep slopes under any circumstances. Reach Telescopic Material Handler is moving.
AVOID turning on an incline, if at all possible. If it is neces- Watch for pedestrians at all times. DO NOT drive up to
sary, use extreme caution and make the turn wide and anyone standing in front of an object. Use extra care at
slow. crossroads, doorways, and other locations where pedestri-
Keep your seat belt fastened at all times when operating ans can step into the path of travel of the machine. Slow
the machine. down when approaching blind intersections or turns and
sound the horn. The horn can alert pedestrians that there
If the machine should tip over: is a vehicle in the area and to be alert to possible danger.
DO NOT jump; stay on the machine. AVOID bumps, holes, soft ground, slick spots, and loose
materials that can cause the telescopic material handler to
Hold firmly to the steering wheel.
swerve or tip. If such areas cannot be avoided, go slowly.
Brace your feet. ALWAYS make sure you pick the smoothest route for your
machine.
Lean forward and away from the impact.
ALWAYS operate the telescopic material handler at a
ALWAYS look in all directions before changing your direc- speed that will permit it to be brought to a stop in a safe
tion of travel. manner.
DO NOT use your telescopic material handler to lift people; DO NOT tow or push the telescopic material handler, con-
it is not designed for such use. tact our IR dealer for towing instructions.
Travel slowly when turning. Variable Reach Telescopic DO NOT run the engine in a closed building for an
Material Handlers can tip over even at very slow speeds. extended length of time. EXHAUST FUMES CAN KILL.
The combination of speed and the sharpness of a turn can
cause a tip-over. A machine is less stable when the forks
are elevated, with or without a load. A tip-over can occur
with an empty machine; in fact, it will actually tip over more
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Load Handling DO NOT leave the machine unattended with a suspended

load.
Make sure that the floor or surface can hold the weight of
CAUTION the telescopic material handler and the load.
Make sure you understand the Rated Capacity Make sure that the surface or structure onto which you are
Chart(s) before a load is lifted. placing the load is capable of supporting the load safely.
Refer to the chapter “RATED CAPACITY CHARTS” on
page 15 Remember that although the telescopic material handler
provides a degree of operator protection from falling
objects and a rollover, other personnel in the area have no
such protection. Keep all persons out of the area where
WARNING they could be injured by a falling load or a tilting telescopic
material handler.
Only attachments which have been fully tested for
stability and have had Rated Capacity Charts estab- Stopping
lished per ASME B56.6 by Ingersoll-Rand Company
are approved for use on Telescopic Material Handlers. ALWAYS park the machine on solid, level ground. If this is
The use of non-approved attachments may cause not possible, ALWAYS park the machine at a right angle to
machine instability and tip-over, which may result in the slope, set the parking brake, and chock the wheels.
severe injury or death to operators or bystanders.
Approved attachments are only those supplied by AVOID leaving the operator's platform with the engine run-
Ingersoll-Rand which are accompanied by applicable ning. ALWAYS move the direction control lever to
Rated Capacity Charts for the specific attachment and Neutral (N), apply the parking brake, turn the ignition

machine model. switch to OFF, and lock all lockable compartments. Use
proper flags, barriers, and warning devices, especially
when parking in areas of traffic.
Ensure that you are using the proper Rated Capacity Chart
for the boom attachment fitted to the telescopic material
handler at the moment.
Handle only loads within the rated capacity as shown on
the Rated Capacity Chart(s). This rated capacity repre-
sents the maximum load that can be lifted for the boom
extensions when the telescopic material handler is on a
hard, level surface. However, such factors as weak floors,
uneven terrain, soft ground, special load-handling attach-
ments, or loads having a high center of gravity can mean
that the safe working load is less than the rated capacity.
When such conditions exist, the operator must reduce the
load so that the telescopic material handler will remain
stable.
Use the frame leveling function to compensate for uneven
terrain when operating on a side slope. Use the level indi-
cator to make sure the Variable Reach Telescopic Material
Handler is level before raising the boom. DO NOT use the
frame leveling function when the load is raised.
DO NOT attempt to use the Variable Reach Telescopic
Material Handler as an end loader. The machine is
designed for lifting loads, NOT for digging or excavating.
Inspect the load to be lifted. Lift the load and lower the load
only on stable level ground. If a load must be handled sev-
eral times, put stacking blocks under the load. Handle only
stable loads. A load can have unstable items that can eas-
ily shift and fall on someone. DO NOT handle a load if any
part of it is likely to fall. If a suspended load must be lifted,
DO NOT permit it to swing freely; use a tether to control its
movement.
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Safety Instructions For Maintenance
Machine maintenance and compliance are obligatory. For ALWAYS disconnect the battery cables and ground wire to
any intervention other than normal maintenance, consult frame before working on the electrical system or when
your IR dealer. welding on the telescopic material handler. Serious dam-
age to the electronic engine control module (ECM) will
Only wear suitable clothing, AVOID loose clothing. Tie occur if battery cables are connected.
back and protect your hair, if necessary.
Be sure the battery area is well-ventilated (clear of fumes)
Clean the machine or at least the relevant area before any should it become necessary to connect a jump battery or
maintenance work. Protect against water, steam or clean- battery charger. Fumes from the battery can ignite by a
ing agents any components likely to be damaged spark and explode.
(particularly electric components) during this operation.
IF battery charging is required, be sure the battery charger
Turn off the engine before any maintenance work. If any is Off when making the connections.
maintenance work requires the engine to be running, take
all the necessary safety measures and precautions. There Be sure the correct battery polarity is observed (negative
may be moving parts, high temperatures, hydraulic circuits [–] to negative [–] and positive [+] to positive [+]) when con-
under pressure, electric circuits under voltage. Such oper- necting to a battery charger or jumper cable.
ations must be carried out by trained, qualified personnel.
Clean up all traces of fuel, oil, grease or impurities.
Make any necessary repairs immediately even if they DO
NOT seem important. Immediately repair any leaks, even Use only recommended lubricants. DO NOT use polluted
if they DO NOT seem important. lubricants or lubricants whose filtration state is not pre-
cisely known.

Make sure that the area is adequately ventilated before
starting the engine. DO NOT smoke or approach the machine with a bare
flame if the fuel tank is open or when filling it. Fill the tank
DO NOT operate the machine without hydraulic fluid in the in a suitable place. DO NOT fill the tank while the engine is
hydraulic system. running.
DO NOT run the engine without complete fuel and exhaust
systems, without oil or coolant, or in case of fuel leakages.
Fire Prevention
AVOID, whenever possible, servicing or providing mainte-
nance to the telescopic material handler unless the wheels The machines and some attachments have components
are adequately chocked. that are at high temperatures under normal operating con-
ditions. The primary source of high temperatures is the
NEVER fill the fuel tank with the engine running, while near engine and exhaust system. The electrical system, if dam-
an open flame, or when smoking. ALWAYS wipe up any aged or incorrectly maintained, can be a source of arcs or
spilled fuel. sparks.
AVOID removing the pressurized radiator cap until the • Stop the engine and let it cool before adding fuel.
engine cooling system has cooled down. Use care when No smoking!
removing hydraulic tank breather cap. Hydraulic tank is • Use the procedure in the Operation & Maintenance Man-
pressurized. Hot oil can cause severe burns. DO NOT take ual for connecting the battery and for jump starting.
apart, tighten or loosen any connections, hoses or any • Know where fire extinguishers and first aid kits are locat-
hydraulic component when the system is under pressure. ed and how to use them. Replacement fire extinguishers
Such operations must be carried out by trained, qualified are available from your IR dealer.
personnel.
DO NOT alter the engine governor settings from those
indicated in the engine manual and the engine option
plate.
ALWAYS replace damaged or lost decals. Refer to the
Parts Manual for the proper location and part number of all
decals.
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Safety Instructions For Transporting And

Hauling
DO NOT attempt to load the Variable Reach Telescopic

Material Handler onto the transporter without knowledge
and experience with the operation of the telescopic mate-
rial handler.
ALWAYS use a ramp when loading the Variable Reach
Telescopic Material Handler onto the transporter. Be sure
ramps are of adequate strength, low angle, and proper
height.
Use proper chock blocks in front and rear of the wheels of
the transporter when loading the Variable Reach Tele-
scopic Material Handler.
Be sure to approach the transporter loading ramps
squarely to make sure the telescopic material handler
does not drop off the side of the ramp.
Keep the transporter deck clean of clay, oil, ice, frost, or
any other material that can become slippery.
Use proper chock blocks in front and rear of the Variable

Reach Telescopic Material Handler wheels.
Shut the engine OFF, apply the parking brake, and lock all
lockable compartments.
ALWAYS know the overall height of the telescopic material
handler and hauling vehicle. Observe height
and weight regulations and overhead objects to be sure
you can safely pass beneath them.
When roading your Variable Reach Telescopic Material
Handler on a public access, obey all traffic regulations and
be sure that the proper clearance flags, lights, and warning
signs, including the Slow Moving Vehicle emblem, are
properly displayed. Know your approximate stopping dis-
tance at any given speed. NEVER turn corners at
excessive speeds. Look in all directions before reversing
your direction of travel.
A loose telescopic material handler can shift or fall while
being transported.
Tie down the machine securely before moving the hauling
vehicle or transporter.
1. Position the telescopic material handler on the

transporter or hauling vehicle centered from side to
side and apply the parking brake.
2. With adequate chains or cables and blocks, secure the
machine to the deck of the hauling vehicle or
transporter to meet ICC or local regulations.
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SAFETY
Safety Related Decals
Follow the instructions on all the Machine Signs (Decals) that are on the telescopic handler. Replace any damaged
machine signs and be sure they are in the correct locations. Machine signs are available from you IR loader dealer.
Location Of The Decals
Figure 6
13 9

6 21 4 1 8
8 12 5
7
5
14 14 10 3 4
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SAFETY
This table shows the above indicated safety decals, the number of them used on the machine, and their location:
Ref. DECAL # LOCATION Ref. DECAL # LOCATION
1 WARNING: No Riders 1 Outside cab door 12 WARNING: Crush Area 1 Top front of frame
2 WARNING: Crush Area 1 Inside Right Cab Wall 13 WARNING: Machine 1 Front of frame below boom
Movement
3 WARNING: Operation 2 Engine cover & cab door 14 NOTICE: Unmetered 1 Below air cleaner inside engine
Starting compartment
4 WARNING: Crush Area 4 Behind all wheels 15 WARNING: Rotating Fan 1 Cooling fan shroud
5 WARNING: Carriage Shift 2 Boom tip - both sides 16 WARNING: Moving 2 Engine drive belt cover
Machine
6 WARNING: Falling Load 2 Front of boom tip & top front of 17 WARNING: Pressure 1 Near cooling fluid surge tank
frame Hazard
7 WARNING: Falling Off 1 Front of boom tip 18 WARNING: Rollover 1 Switch panel
8 NOTICE: OSHA 1 Below parking brake 19 WARNING: Frame Tipping 1 Front of frame
9 WARNING: Boom Stop 1 Left rear frame 20 WARNING: Move Frame 1 Control console
Leveling Controls
10 WARNING: Rollover Tire 1 Engine cover 21 WARNING: Auxiliary 1 Top front of frame
Hydraulic Pressure Release
11 DANGER: Electrical Hazard 1 Upper right of windshield
Safety Related Decals Overview

These decals are located on the machine, close to where the risks are.

1. WARNING: No Rider 2. WARNING: Crush Area
WARNING WARNING
CRUSH HAZARD CAN CAUSE

SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
• Never operate without right
Falling from machine window.
can cause severe SWG 13170394
injury or death.
No riders.
SWG 13170493
3. WARNING: Operation 4. WARNING: Crush Area
WARNING WARNING
Improper operation of this
equipment.
Can cause severe injury
or death.
Read Operation and Maintenance
Manual, and Safety Manual
Crush area can cause
supplied with this equipment
serious injury or death.
before operating or servicing.
UPI 59132118
Do not stand between
tire and frame unless:
Engine is stopped
Key is removed from switch
Parking brake is applied
Tires are blocked
UPI 59166314
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5. WARNING: Carriage Shifting 6. WARNING: Falling Load
WARNING WARNING
Sudden shift of carriage

can cause severe injury.
Stay clear of carriage Falling load or
when releasing or lowering of forks.
attaching the carriage. Can cause severe
UPI 58851551
injury or death.
Stay clear.
UPI 58965583
7. WARNING: Falling off 8. NOTICE: OSHA
WARNING
NOTICE

The U.S.A. Occupational Safety and Health Act
of 1970 and other national safety codes require
a new 'RATED CAPACITY CHART' if this unit is
equipped with other than as stated on the
existing chart. Obtain a correct 'RATED
CAPACITY CHART' from your dealer if incorrect.
UPI 59153312
Riding forks.
Can cause severe
injury or death.
Do not ride forks.

UPI 58965617
9. WARNING: Boom Stop
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SAFETY
10. WARNING: Rollover Tire 11. DANGER: Electrical Hazard
WARNING DANGER
Hazardous voltage.
Will cause severe injury or death.
Keep boom, attachment and load
Machine rollover can a minimum of 25 ft. (8m) away
cause severe injury or from electrical power lines.
SWG 13170360
death.
Use only approved tires
at specified inflation
pressures.
UPI 59179457
12. WARNING: Crush Area 13. WARNING: Machine Movement
WARNING WARNING

Unexpected Machine Movement
Crush area. Can Cause Serious Injury or Death
Before adjusting screws to
Keep out of this area bypass the park brake system:
when boom is raised • Block wheels to prevent roll away.
unless supported by an Before operating machine:
approved boom support. • Return adjustment screws to the
operating position.
SWG 13220397
SWG 13170386
14. NOTICE: Unmetered Starting 15. WARNING: Rotating Fan
WARNING
NOTICE
USE OF UNMETERED ETHER STARTING AIDS
MAY RESULT IN ENGINE DAMAGE AND VOID
ENGINE WARRANTY. SEE YOUR DEALER
FOR APPROVED SYSTEMS.
Rotating fan blade.
UPI 59048926
Can cause severe
injury.
Do not operate with
guard removed.
UPI 59246645
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16. WARNING: Moving Machine 17. WARNING: Pressure Hazard
WARNING WARNING
Unexpected machine
movement can cause
Start engine only from operator
seat with transmission control Hot pressurized fluid.
in neutral and parking brake set.
Can cause severe
Do not jump across starter
terminals. burns.
UPI 59166231
Do not open radiator

while hot.
UPI 59132134
18. WARNING: Rollover 19. WARNING: Prevent Frame Tipping
WARNING WARNING

Machine rollover.
Can cause severe TO PREVENT FRAME TIPPING, BLOCK
injury or death. BETWEEN AXLE AND FRAME BEFORE
Keep load low. DISCONNECTING CYLINDER PINS OR TUBES.
Do not cross slopes.
Travel at low speed
when turning. G7 59455097.01
Wear seat belts.
SWG 54687397
20. WARNING: Move Frame Leveling Controls 21 WARNING: Auxiliary Hydraulic Pressure Release
FRONT AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC
WARNING
PRESSURE RELEASE
OPERATING PRESSURE
Move frame leveling controls slowly and

smoothly. Rapid starting or stopping of
frame motion can cause truck to tip. The
risk of tipping increases as the boom is
elevated. RELEASE PRESSURE
G7 59454769.01
WARNING
Releasing hydraulic pressure can
cause load to fall. This can cause
TO RELEASE PRESSURE:
1. Lower boom to ground and unload
attachment.
2. Stop engine.
3. Move lever to RELEASE PRESSURE
position. Disconnect auxiliary hoses.
4. Return lever to OPERATING PRESSURE
position.
SWG 13195771
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RATED CAPACITY CHARTS
Contents
General Information ........................................................................................................................................................17

Refer to the appropriate Rated Capacity Chart for the specific attachment being used.

Make sure you understand the Rated Capacity Chart(s) and the operation of the
boom controls before a load is lifted. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual
for detailed information on load handling.
WARNING
Only attachments which have been fully tested for stability and have had Rated
Capacity Charts established per ASME B56.6 by Ingersoll-Rand Company are
approved for use on Ingersoll-Rand Telescopic Material Handlers.
The use of non-approved attachments may cause machine instability and tipover,
which may result in severe injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
Approved attachments are only those supplied by Ingersoll-Rand, which are
accompanied by applicable Rated Capacity Charts for the specific attachment and
machine model.
WARNING
Machine tipover can cause severe injury or death.
Exceeding Rated Load Capacity can cause tipover. Do
not exceed Rated Load Capacity.
Do not drive machine or operate frame level control with
an elevated load. Lower load before driving or frame
leveling.
Wear seat belts at all times when operating machine. In
the event of a tipover, stay in your seat . Do not attempt
to jump.
Use only approved tires at specified inflation pressures.
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General Information
Figure 7
WARNING VR-638 48 & 60 INCH WIDE SHAFT

DO NOT add to or modify the Variable Reach Tele- RATED CAPACITY CHART CARRIAGES AND
METERS
48 INCH WIDE ITA CLASS III
scopic Material Handler. Any change to the machine
FEET
HOOK CARRIAGE
or its equipment can change the lifting capacity. The 12
40
69.5û
FORKS:
machine must be rated as equipped and the name- 11 60û D 2 x 4 x 48 STANDARD TAPER
35
plate must show the new capacity rating. 10
50û
2 x 4 x 60 STANDARD TAPER
2 x 1.5 x 46 BLOCK
EE
6000 C 2 x 4 x 48 ITA CLASS III HOOK
9 30 LBS
L
L
40û
A
PP
8 B
LOAD RATINGS
WARNING
25
B
3000 5000 PER ASME
M
M
7
C
LBS LBS A
YY
30û
B56.6 -2002.
LIFT HEIGHT
A
A
20
D
6 6700
L
L
850 LBS
EEXX OONN
4000
Only attachments which have been fully tested for
5 LBS
LBS
15 20û
2000
stability and have had Rated Capacity Charts estab-

4 LBS
lished per ASME B56.6 by Ingersoll-Rand Company

3 10
10û
are approved for use on the Variable Reach Tele-

2
5
scopic Material Handler. The use of non-approved

1 0û
attachments may cause machine instability and 0 -0
C
B
A
tipover, which may result in severe injury or death to -1 -8û D INGERSOLL-RAND COMPANY
-5 312 INGERSOLL DRIVE
29 25 20 15 10 5 0 FEET SHIPPENSBURG, PA 17257
operators or bystanders. 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 METERS
USA
FORWARD REACH 13482468

Approved attachments are only those supplied by
Ingersoll-Rand which are accompanied by applicable
Rated Capacity Charts for the specific attachment and The weight of the load must be known by the operator
machine model. before the load is lifted to make sure that the load is within
the capacity of the telescopic material handler as shown
on the Load Capacity Charts. When the load is lifted, the
load is always raised with the boom retracted. Raise the
The capacity of the Variable Reach Telescopic Material boom to the required angle so that it can be extended to
Handler changes as the boom is raised or extended an the point where the load will be stacked. See the boom
with the type of boom attachment being used. The Rated angle on the boom angle indicator and find that angle on
Capacity Charts can be found on the right side of the con- the Rated Capacity Chart that shows the extension of the
trol panel. The charts show the capacity of the machine at boom permitted for the weight of the load being lifted. The
different load positions and with different attachments. point where the lines cross for the required boom exten-
When loads are being moved, the operator must refer to sion and the boom angle is the maximum lifting capacity
the Load Capacity Charts. The rated capacity of the tor those conditions.
machine is also determined by the location of the center of
gravity of the load. The Load Capacity Chart defines the
load capacity only when the machine is on a level and sta-
ble surface. [Figure 7] shows a sample Load Capacity
Chart.
DO NOT use this chart to determine the lifting capacity of
your machine. Refer to the actual charts located on the
control panel of your machine.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Contents
Controls And Indicators...................................................................................................................................................21

Multi-Function Dial ................................................................................................................................................22
Right Console .......................................................................................................................................................24
Left Multi-Function Lever ......................................................................................................................................26
Right Multi-Function Lever ....................................................................................................................................26
Boom Function Control Joystick ...........................................................................................................................27
Controls For Hazard Warning Lights and Rotating Beacon ..................................................................................27
Longitudinal stability indicator ...............................................................................................................................28
Frame Leveling Switch..........................................................................................................................................29
Frame Level Indicator ...........................................................................................................................................29

Angle Indicator ......................................................................................................................................................30
Key Switch ............................................................................................................................................................30
Steering Wheel .....................................................................................................................................................31
Steering Wheel Tilt Adjustment.............................................................................................................................31
Pedals ...................................................................................................................................................................31
Handbrake ............................................................................................................................................................32
Reservoir For Windscreen Washer Liquid ............................................................................................................32
Cab Heating And Defogging Control.....................................................................................................................32
Hydraulic System ..................................................................................................................................................32
Rear Window ........................................................................................................................................................33
Fire Extinguisher Location ....................................................................................................................................33
Door ......................................................................................................................................................................33
Batch of data sheets .............................................................................................................................................34
Left Window ..........................................................................................................................................................34
Circuit Breaker ......................................................................................................................................................35
Daily Inspection...............................................................................................................................................................36
Preparation Before Operation .........................................................................................................................................37

Operation and Maintenance Manual.....................................................................................................................37
Taking On Diesel Fuel ..........................................................................................................................................37
Adjusting The Seat................................................................................................................................................37
Driving the machine ........................................................................................................................................................38

Start-Up.................................................................................................................................................................38
Driving...................................................................................................................................................................38
Stopping................................................................................................................................................................38
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Handling Loads .............................................................................................................................................................. 39

Rated Capacity Charts ......................................................................................................................................... 39
Picking A Load From The Ground........................................................................................................................ 40
Placing A Load On The Ground ........................................................................................................................... 40
Picking Up A Raised Load ................................................................................................................................... 41
Placing A Raised Load......................................................................................................................................... 42
Recovery and transport of the machine ......................................................................................................................... 43

Towing the machine ............................................................................................................................................. 43
Hoisting the machine............................................................................................................................................ 44
Securing the machine .......................................................................................................................................... 45
Driving On Public Roads ................................................................................................................................................ 46

Warning................................................................................................................................................................ 46
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Controls And Indicators
The main controls and indicators are shown in the figure below.
Figure 8
12
5 4 3 2 1 0˚ 1 2 3 4 5
30
20 30
0
10 0˚ 10 2
1 2 3 4
14
9
7 10
15
10 20
5 25
30
RPM x 100
11
electronics
13

17
15 16 S0379
Reference Designation See

1 Controls for the hazard warning light and rotating beacon p. 27
2 Multi-function dial p. 22
3 Right console p. 24
4 Control for frame leveling p. 29
5 Key Switch p. 30
6 Cab heating and defogging control p. 32
7 Left multi-function lever p. 26
8 Right multi-function lever p. 26
9 Boom function control joystick p. 27
10 Steering wheel p. 31
11 Steering wheel tilt adjustment p. 31
12 Frame level indicator p. 29
13 Brake and slow advance pedal p. 31
14 Accelerator pedal p. 31
15 Handbrake p. 32
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Multi-Function Dial
This multi-function dial comprises 16 lights and 5 indica- Figure 9

tors. The indicator lights are visible only when they are on.
The indicators are lighted when the side-lights are on.
12 13 14 15
11 16
10 17
9 18
8 19
7 20
6
0000000
21
5 4 3 2 1
S0306
Reference Icon Description Function
1 Fuel gauge Shows the fuel level.

2 Engine coolant temperature gauge Shows the temperature of the engine coolant in the thermostat box.
The beginning of the red zone corresponds to a temperature of 217°F (103°C).
If the meter hand reaches the red zone, turn the engine off immediately and

find out the reasons for this abnormal operating temperature. Consult your IR
dealer.
3 RPM counter Shows the diesel engine’s RPM.
4 Hourmeter Shows the total operating hours of the machine.
Use these indicators for planning and carrying out maintenance operations.
5 Hydraulic oil temperature gauge Shows the temperature of hydraulic oil in the tank.
The beginning of the red zone corresponds to a temperature of 203°F (95°C).
If the meter hand reaches the red zone, turn the engine off immediately and
find out the reasons for this abnormal operating temperature. Consult your IR
dealer.
6 Hydraulic oil temperature indicator Red indicator light with symbol.
light Lights up when the oil temperature in the tank reaches 203°F (95°C).
If this indicator light comes on, turn the engine off immediately and find out the
reasons for this abnormal operating temperature. Consult your IR dealer.
7 Rear wheel alignment indicator Green indicator light with symbol.

light Comes on when the rear wheels are parallel to the machine's longitudinal axis.
8 Front wheel alignment indicator Green indicator light with symbol.

light Comes on when the front wheels are parallel to the machine's longitudinal axis.
9 Engine coolant temperature Red indicator light with symbol.

indicator light This light comes on when the coolant temperature in the thermostat box reaches
217°F (103°C).
reasons for this abnormal operating temperature. Consult your IR dealer.
10 Engine oil pressure indicator light Red indicator light with symbol.
This light comes on when the lubricating oil pressure
in the engine’s oil gallery is 8.7 psi (0.6 bar).
Under normal operation, this indicator light must be:
• off when the engine is running;
• on whenever the key switch is on “RUN”, “PREHEAT” or “START” and until the
engine runs on its own.
reasons for this abnormal operating pressure. Consult your IR dealer.
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11 Charge indicator light Red indicator light with symbol.

This indicator light turns on if the alternator is not charging the battery.
Under normal operation, this indicator light must be:
• off when the engine is running;
• on whenever the key switch is on “RUN”, “PREHEAT” or “START” and until the
engine runs on its own.
reasons for this abnormal operating condition. Consult your IR dealer.
12 Boom head hydraulic function Blue indicator light with symbol.
indicator light Comes on when the holding function of the boom head hydraulics is activated.
13 On-site speed indicator light Green indicator light with symbol.

Comes on when the on-site speed is selected.
14 Not used –
15 Brake control system / LORS™ ON when accelerator pedal is released to lower engine speed and brake engages.
Also ON when the restraint bar is raised (Only on Canopy models)

16 Handbrake indicator light Red indicator light with symbol.
This indicator must be:
• off when the handbrake lever is fully down.
• on when the handbrake lever is pulled up.
17 Glowplug indicator light Yellow indicator light with symbol.

Comes on when the key switch is in the “PREHEAT” position.
18 Direction indicator light Green indicator light with symbol.

Comes on when the right or left indicators are on.
19 Side-light indicator light Green indicator light with symbol.

Comes on when the side-lights are on.
The indicator light stays on when the headlamps are on.
20 Headlamp indicator light Green indicator light with symbol.

Comes on when the headlamps are on.
21 Full-beam indicator light Blue indicator light with symbol.

Comes on when full beams are on.
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Right Console Figure 10
This multi-function dial comprises 2 indicators and 13 1 2 3 4

switches with indicator lights.
5 6 7 8
9 10 11 12
13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20
S0620
1 Trailer turn indicator Green indicator light with symbol.

The light flashes when the trailer's turn indicators are lighted.
The red indicator light is not used on this model.
2 Steering mode indicator Green indicator lights with symbols:

• upper part on: parallel running mode selected.
• lower part on: 4-wheel steering mode selected.
• upper and lower part off: 2-wheel steering mode (front wheels) selected.
3 Steering mode With green indicator light and symbol. 3-position toggle switch:
• down position: parallel running mode selected. This mode is used in narrow areas,
to move away from buildings or to reposition the machine.
• central position: 2-wheel steering mode (front wheels) selected. This mode is used
when driving at higher speeds.
• up position: 4-wheel steering mode selected. This is the mode used under most
circumstances.
Before changing the steering mode, return all 4 wheels parallel to the
longitudinal axis of the machine. The correct positions are indicated by
indicator lights in the multi-function dial.
Select the steering mode best suited to the operations to be carried out.
Only change the steering mode when the machine is stopped.
4 Hydraulics control lockout With green indicator light and symbol.
2-position toggle switch:
• down position to activate the boom's hydraulic functions. In this position, the
indicator light is on.
• up position: deactivates the boom's hydraulic functions. Used to deactivate all
functions of the hydraulic control lever (joystick) during travel on the road.
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5 Road lights With green indicator light and symbol.

• down position: turns on the headlamps. The indicator light is on.
• central position: turns on the side-lights. The indicator light is on.
• up position: turns off all lights.
6 Front and rear work lights With green indicator light and symbol.
• down position: turns on the work lights. The control switch for the road lights
should be in the central or down position.
• up position: turns off the work lights.
7 Rear fog lights With green indicator light and symbol.

• down position: turns on the fog lights.
• up position: turns off the fog lights.
9 Rear windscreen washer/wiper With green indicator light and symbol.

• central position: activates the windscreen wiper.

• down position: activates the rear window windscreen washer. The switch returns
to the center position when released.
• up position: deactivates the windscreen wiper.
10 Roof windscreen wiper With green indicator light and symbol.

• down position: activates the roof windscreen wiper.
• up position: deactivates the roof windscreen wiper.
13 Transmission mode With green indicator light and symbol.

• down position: change to work mode (progressive acceleration).
• up position: change to driving mode. It is possible to change from one mode to
another without stopping the machine.
The mode can be changed when the machine is in motion.
14 Boom head hydraulics With red indicator light and symbol.

Switch with 2 stable positions and unstable down position:
• up position: activate the boom head hydraulic function (indicator light on).
• middle position: deactivate the boom head hydraulic function (indicator light off).
• down position (unstable position): relieve the hydraulic pressure at the boom
head.
15 Boom head hydraulics holding With blue indicator light and symbol.
pressure 3-position toggle switch:
• down position: activate the “constant flow” function to the boom head hydraulics in
one direction (indicator light on). For example to control sweeper.
• central position: deactivates the “constant flow” to the boom head hydraulics
(indicator light off).
• up position: activate the “constant flow” function to the boom head hydraulics in
the opposite direction (indicator light on).
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Left Multi-Function Lever Right Multi-Function Lever
Figure 11 Figure 12
S0308 S0309
This lever has two functions: This lever has four functions:
• selection of the direction of travel. • windscreen wiper control.
• selection of speed of travel. • controlling the windscreen washer.
Direction Of Travel • lights control.

• horn control.
To select the direction of travel:
Windscreen Wiper
• Forward travel: pull the lever towards you, then push it
forward.
The windscreen wiper control has three positions. Turn the
• Reverse travel: pull the lever towards you, then pull it lever to select:
back. A back up alarm sounds when reverse travel is se-
lected. • Stop.
• Slow sweep.
CAUTION • Fast sweep.
Changing the direction of travel while moving can Windscreen Washer

cause loss of stability. Slow the machine down before
reversing the direction of travel. Push the lever in to release the washer liquid.
Lighting
Speed Of Travel
To control the lighting:
To select the speed of travel:
• When the light switch is on (headlamps position), push
• “On-site” speed: turn the lever to position 1. the lever forward to change to full beams. Pull it back to
the central position to change back to headlamps.
• “Road” speed: turn the lever to position 2.
• When the lighting switch is off, pull the lever towards you
to flash the headlamps.
NOTICE Horn
It is possible to change from one speed to another without
stopping the machine. Push in the button at the end of the lever to sound the horn.
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Boom Function Control Joystick Controls For Hazard Warning Lights and Rotating
Beacon
Figure 13
Figure 14
9
1 5 7
4
6 8
2
1 2
S0316
10
S0621 Reference Icon Description and function
1 Hazard warning lights control

With red indicator light and symbol.
This multi-function joystick controls all the boom functions 2-position toggle switch:
by moving the joystick and/or controlling the two thumb • down position: hazard warning lights
on.
wheels or switches.
• up position: hazard warning lights off.

All these controls return to neutral when released and can,
unless otherwise indicated, be activated at the same time.
2 Rotating beacon control
With yellow indicator light and symbol.
Reference Description Function 2-position toggle switch:
• down position: rotating beacon on.
1 Joystick pushed Lowering of the boom at a speed
• up position: beacon off.
forwards proportional to the tilt of the lever.
2 Joystick pulled Raising of the boom at a speed
backwards proportional to the tilt of the lever.
3 Joystick tilted to the Telescope retracted at a speed
left proportional to the tilt of the level.
4 Joystick tilted to the Telescope extended at a speed
right proportional to the tilt of the lever.
5 Left thumb wheel Attachment tilted forwards (dumping)
activated forwards at a speed proportional to the tilt of
the lever.
6 Left thumb wheel Attachment tilted backwards at a
activated backwards speed proportional to the tilt of the
lever.
7 Right thumb wheel Proportional control of the hydraulic
activated forwards connection located at the front of the
boom head.
8 Right thumb wheel Proportional control of the hydraulic
activated backwards connection located at the back of the
boom head.
9 Simply pressing the Continuous control of the hydraulic
button activates the function at the boom head.
respective function Activation only possible when
switches 14 and 15 (see table on
p. 24) are activated.
10 Button to activate/ Activate the second hydraulic
deactivate the second function at the boom head
hydraulic function at (momentarily). When the button is
the boom head released, the function stops.
(option)
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Longitudinal stability indicator Reference Icon Description and function
Figure 15 2 Button to turn off the machine's

longitudinal stability indicator warning
horn
3 4 With red indicator light and symbol.
• The warning horn is activated
whenever the first red indicator light for
the machine's longitudinal stability
level comes on (when the handled load
is at approximately 69% of load).
• The button is used to turn off the
warning horn.
• The red indicator light comes on
whenever the warning horn is
deactivated by the button.
The indicator light MUST be off when
handling work is being performed.
1 2 S0301
3 Yellow indicator light
Indicates that the machine is under
control of the AMA.
The AMA only becomes active after a
WARNING certain angle.
4 Aggravating Movements Arrester
Never raise a load when the telescopic handler is in indicator light
any of the following conditions: With red indicator light and symbol.
Lights up when the last red indicator light
• the steering wheels are in the outermost position, comes on (when the handled load is at
approximately 76% of load).

• the rear axle is cant in its outermost position. When the Aggravating Movements
These conditions may result in a wrong indication Arrester (AMA) system (option) is
installed, it prohibits all aggravating
of the Longitudinal Stability Indicator (LSI). movements:
• lowering of the boom
• extending the telescope
• raising the stabilisers
• forward or backward tilt of the forks or
Reference Icon Description and function attachment
1 Indicator lights to indicate the • hydraulic function located on the back
machine's level of longitudinal of the boom head
stability
• Green indicator lights (5x): gradually
light up whenever the handled load is
up to 62% of load which tends to cause
the machine to tilt forwards.
• Orange indicator lights (3x): gradually
light up whenever the handled load is
between 63% and 70% of load which
tends to cause the machine to tilt
forwards.
• Red indicator lights (2x): gradually light
up whenever the handled load is more
than 71% of load which tends to cause
the machine to tilt forwards.
When performing handling work, pay
attention to the information provided
by the indicator lights above and take
the necessary action.
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Frame Leveling Switch Frame Level Indicator
Figure 16 Figure 17
2
5 4 3 2 1 0˚ 1 2 3 4 5
1 30
20 30
2 0
10 0˚ 10 2
S0303
S0313
Reference Icon Function

The frame level indicator is installed in the upper right cor-
– Frame leveling switch ner of the cab. It indicates the angle of tilt (in degrees) of
The control returns to neutral when
released.
the chassis with reference to the horizontal.
• pushed towards the right (1): frame
leveling towards the right at a Reference Description Function
proportional speed.
• pushed towards the left (2): frame 1 Fine scale Graduated degree by degree, from 0

leveling towards the left at a to 5° to the right and to the left.
proportional speed.
2 Large scale Graduated in 5 degree increments,
Maximum frame leveling: 6° to the left from 0 to 30° to the right and to the
and 6° to the right. left.
Use this control on its own, do not
activate any other control at the same
time.
CAUTION
WARNING When carrying out handling work, carefully monitor
this inclinometer and adopt the necessary measures.
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Do not use the frame leveling function when the load
is raised. Correct the frame level before lifting the
load. Operate the control slowly and smoothly.
Observe the frame level indicator to determine when
the chassis is level. Any movement or stopping of the
chassis that is too sudden could cause the boom to
swing. The risk of overturning is greater when the
boom is raised or deployed.
Failure to adhere to this warning could result in seri-
ous personal injury including death.
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Angle Indicator Key Switch
Figure 18 Figure 19
STOP
RUN
PREHEAT
START
S0304
Position Function
STOP Off position (stable position).

RUN Ignition position (stable position).
S1208 PREHEAT Glowplug preheating position (unstable position: the

switch returns to the “RUN” position as soon as the
key is released).

The vertical red angle indicator pointer located on the left START Start-up position (unstable position: the switch returns
front of the outer boom is designed to align with white to the “RUN” position as soon as the key is released).
angle values located on the boom as the boom is raised
when the machine is located on level ground. This is the
boom angle shown on the Rated Capacity Charts by lines
marked in degrees extending away from the machine. NOTICE
Curved lines an the Rated Capacity Charts show the posi- To insert or remove the key, the switch must be in the
tion of the load center at various angles as the boom is “STOP” position.
extended. These lines are lettered A thru F corresponding
A to F letters installed along the operator’s side of the mid
section boom, become visible as the boom is extended. Do
not extend beyond the rated load center letter.
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Steering Wheel Pedals
Turn the steering wheel clockwise to steer the machine to Figure 21

the right.
Turn the steering wheel counterclockwise to steer the
machine to the left.
Steering Wheel Tilt Adjustment

Figure 20
1 2
S0314
Ref. Description Function
1 Brake pedal • This pedal fulfills the function of service

brake.
• Press the pedal to gradually slow down the
machine until it stops.
S0312 • Release the pedal to gradually decrease

the brake action until it cancels out.
• On the first half of the stroke, braking is
Pull the lever towards you to adjust the steering wheel. hydrostatic. With the diesel engine in
continuous mode, the machine's rate of
After adjusting the wheel to the desired position, push the travel is reduced until it stops, in proportion
lever back to lock the wheel in the adjusted position. to the action on the pedal.
• On the rest of the stroke, braking is
mechanical (with the brake discs).
WARNING
2 Accelerator pedal • Press the pedal to increase the diesel
engine speed to the maximum.
• Release the pedal to reduce the diesel
engine speed.
Never drive or operate the machine if the console is
not properly locked.
Never tilt the console when the machine is in motion.
Failure to adhere to this warning could result in seri-
ous personal injury including death.
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Handbrake Cab Heating And Defogging Control
Figure 22 Figure 24
S0307
S0315
Reference Description Function

This lever has two functions:
1 Temperature • Turn clockwise: to increase the
• handbrake control. adjustment temperature in the cab.
• Turn counterclockwise: to lower
• control of the emergency brake, in case of failure of the the temperature in the cab.
service brake.
2 Fan control Turn the switch clockwise to increase
To apply the brake, pull the lever of the handbrake the fan speed.

• O: fan stopped.
upwards until it locks. • I: slow speed.
• II: medium speed.
To release the brake, pull the lever upwards, push the but- • III: high speed.
ton (1) to release the lock. Lower the lever all the way
down.
Reservoir For Windscreen Washer Liquid Hydraulic System
Figure 23
DANGER
Diesel fuel or hydraulic fluid under pressure can pen-
etrate skin or eyes, causing serious injury or death.
Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible. Use a
piece of cardboard or wood to find leaks. Do not use
your bare hand. Wear safety goggles. If fluid enters
skin or eyes, get immediate medical attention from a
physician familiar with this injury.
S0503
WARNING
AVOID BURNS
The fill plug for the windscreen washer liquid reservoir is Hydraulic fluid, tubes, fittings and quick couplers can
located under the handbrake lever [Figure 23]. get hot when running machine and attachments. Be
careful when connecting and disconnecting quick
couplers.
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Rear Window Door
This window is located on the rear panel of the cab and Figure 26
opens 90° upward.
CAUTION
This window can be used as an emergency exit; do
not block its opening control mechanism or limit its
features.
Fire Extinguisher Location
Figure 25
S0381
To open the door from the outside: pull the handle

[Figure 26]. The door can be locked with the ignition key.
Figure 27

S0432
Attachment points for a fire extinguisher support device

are provided on the right hand side of the rear panel in the
cab.
S0382
To open the door from the inside: squeeze the handle

[Figure 27].
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Batch of data sheets Left Window
Figure 28 This window is located on the door of the cab and opens
180°.
Figure 29
93732
The data sheets in this batch list some instructions that

also appear in this manual, and include the load charts.
S0374
Rear window Opening or closing the window: turn the lever up or down
[Figure 29].
This window can open 90°.
Figure 30

WARNING
This window can be used as an emergency exit; do
not block its opening control mechanism or limit its
features.
S0360
To lock in open position: engage and lock the latch

[Figure 30].
Figure 31
S0361
To unlock: turn the lever inside the cab [Figure 31].
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Circuit Breaker Lateral Operator Restraint System (LORS™)
Figure 32 Figure 33
S0433
This circuit breaker (rotary switch with key) is located

behind the cab on the left side of the frame. It controls the
opening and closing of the ground circuit line between the S0775
battery's negative terminal and the frame.
Closing the circuit: insert the key in the switch then turn If your machine does not have an enclosed cab, then it is
clockwise until indexing.

equipped with a Lateral Operator Restraint System
(LORS™).
Opening the circuit: turn the key counterclockwise then
remove it from the switch. The LORS™ requires the operator to be seated in the
operating position with the restraint bar lowered and
engine running before the machine can be operated.
CAUTION The LORS™ consists of a restraint bar [Figure 33] which
When the engine is running, only open the circuit rotates up and down at the left side of the operator’s seat.
when absolutely necessary.
It is recommended to open the circuit when the
machine is stopped for a long period. WARNING
The Lateral Operator Restraint System (LORS™) must
deactivate the lift, tilt, boom extend, auxiliary hydrau-
lic and traction drive functions. If it does not, contact
your dealer for service. DO NOT MODIFY THE SYS-
TEM. Operate only from the operator’s position.
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Daily Inspection
• Engine's lubricant level

• Hydraulic fluid level
• Engine coolant level
• Engine coolant system, check system for damage or
leaks
• Engine oil filter, check air system for damage or leaks
• Level of brake circuit fluid
• Tires, check for wear, damage, tire pressure
• Operator cab and cab mounting hardware
• Closing and locking of all covers
WARNING
Operator must have instructions before running the
machine. Untrained operators can cause injury or
death.
CAUTION

If the telescopic handler is new, carry out the specific
checks described in the Maintenance section before
using the machine for the first time.
NOTICE
Fluids such as engine oil, hydraulic fluid, coolant, etch.
must be disposed of in an environmentally safe manner.
Some regulations require that certain spills and leaks on
the ground must be cleaned in a specific manner. See
local, state and federal regulations for correct disposal.
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Preparation Before Operation
Operation and Maintenance Manual Adjusting The Seat
Use the handles to mount up into the cab.

WARNING Adjust the seat so that you can reach and operate all the
controls easily.
Operators must have instructions before running the
machine. Untrained operators can cause injury or Four different types of adjustment allow optimal driving
death. comfort.
Figure 36
A box or a net (cab version) to hold documents is provided
behind the seat. Make sure the Operation and Mainte-
nance Manual are stored there.
Figure 34

S0383
93715
Taking On Diesel Fuel Reference Description Adjustment
1 Adjusting the Pull the lever to the left.

Figure 35 length of the seat Slide the seat to the required position.
Release the lever.
Lock in the nearest notch.
2 Adjusting the Turn the lever handle so that:

suspension • The “+” sign is visible on top to obtain a
firmer suspension
• The “-” sign is visible on top to obtain a
more flexible suspension
Move the lever until you achieve the
required adjustment.
3 Adjusting the Pull the button forwards.

height of the seat Slide it to the left to raise the seat.
Slide it to the right to lower the seat.
Release the button.
4 Adjusting the tilt Pull the lever up.

S0505 Tilt the back rest to the required position.
of the back rest
Release the lever.
1. Unscrew the plug [Figure 35].
2. Fill with diesel fuel (tank capacity 140 litres).
NOTICE
Fasten your seat belt.
Adjust the seat so that you can reach and operate all the
controls easily.
Driving comfort is an essential factor of safety.
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Driving the machine
Start-Up Driving
1. Raise the forks or attachment approximately 12 to 20

WARNING inch above groundlevel.
2. Select the required steering mode.
Fasten your seat belt.
3. Engage the gear lever in the required direction.
1. Make sure that the direction of travel selection lever is 4. Select the required mode of transmission.
in neutral.
5. Check axle alignment.
Figure 37
6. Release the handbrake and accelerate gradually until
the machine moves.
STOP
RUN
7. Always bear in mind that the steering system is
PREHEAT
assisted and therefore sensitive: turn gradually, not
START
sharply.
8. Observe the driving instructions and any instructions

in force on the site.

Stopping
S0304 1. Stop the machine on flat ground or where the incline

does not exceed 15%.
2. Turn the key switch to the “RUN” position to turn on the
2. Make sure that the machine does not stop in a position
electric circuit.
where it hinders access to buildings or installations,
3. Check the fuel level. causes an obstacle to the circulation of other vehicles
and that it is not less than 1 m from a traffic path.
4. Turn the start switch to the “PREHEAT” position and
hold it in this position for 15 seconds to preheat the 3. Release the accelerator pedal and stop the machine.
engine to the proper temperature.
4. Put the gear lever into neutral.
5. Hold the accelerator pedal half way down, then turn
5. Put on the handbrake.
the switch to the “START” position. Hold the switch in
this position until the engine runs on its own, then 6. Ensure that the boom is fully in.
release the key which should return to the “RUN”
position. 7. Lower the boom so that the forks or attachment are flat
on the ground.
CAUTION 8. Stop all controls that may be on.
9. Turn off the engine by turning the key switch to the

• When the handbrake is released, the engine cannot “STOP” position.
be started unless the transmission is in neutral.
• Do not leave the switch in the “START” position for
more than thirty seconds. Remember to preheat CAUTION
before restarting.
Do not accelerate before turning off the engine.
• Do not try to start the engine by pulling or pushing
the machine.
• Only increase the engine speed gradually when
operating temperatures are not stabilized.
6. Release the accelerator pedal and let the engine idle.
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Handling Loads
10. Remove the key from the switch.
11. Close all the windows. Rated Capacity Charts
12. After getting out of the cab, lock the door. Before starting a load handling maneuver, check the Rated
Capacity Chart relevant to the tires fitted on the machine.
13. Make sure all covers are properly closed and locked. This Rated Capacity Chart is part of the data sheets
located in the cab.
WARNING Check that the load being handled and the considered
reaches during the maneuver do not exceed machine
Before leaving the driving position, check that you capacities.
have fully performed all machine stopping operations
properly for your own safety and that of others.
WARNING
Always follow the Rated Capacity Chart indications.
WARNING
Never leave the machine when the engine is running
or when the boom is not lowered so that the forks or
attachment are in contact with the ground.
WARNING
Never leave the machine when the engine is running
or when the boom is not lowered so that the forks or

attachment are in contact with the ground.
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Picking A Load From The Ground Placing A Load On The Ground

Figure 38 Figure 42
93746 A 93748 A
1. Move the machine perpendicular to the load with the 1. Move the load from the place and into the position
telescopic boom fully retracted and the forks parallel to where it is to be placed.
the ground.
Figure 43
Figure 39
93748B
93746B
2. Tilt the forks into a position parallel to the ground.

2. Adjust the fork clearance and their centering in relation
3. Lower the load until it is resting on the ground and the
to the load.
forks are no longer in contact with the load.
3. Adjust the height of the forks so that they can slide Figure 44
under the load.
Figure 40
93748C
93746C 4. Move the machine back in order to release the forks

from the load completely.
4. Move the machine forward or extend the boom to bring Figure 45
the heel of the forks in contact with the load.
5. Engage the handbrake and put the gear lever into

neutral.
Figure 41
93748D
5. Return the boom and the forks to the transport

position.
93746D
6. Raise the boom so that the load is approximately 12 to

20 inch above groundlevel, tilt the forks fully
backwards and retract the boom fully. The machine is
then in the transport position.
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Picking Up A Raised Load
1. Make sure before the maneuver that the forks can 4. Engage the handbrake and put the gear lever into
easily slide under the load to be taken and that their neutral.
clearance and centering in relation to the load is
Figure 48
correct.
Figure 46
93747C
93747 A
5. Raise the boom slightly and tilt forks partially
backwards to stabilize the load.
2. Move the machine perpendicularly to the load with the
forks horizontal to at the height of the load. 6. Put the gear lever into reverse and release the
handbrake.
WARNING
Figure 49

Make sure you leave the necessary distance to slide
the forks entirely under the load, between the front of
the machine and the pile of loads, using only the min-
imum length of the telescopic boom.
Figure 47
93747D
7. Move the machine back as slowly as possible so as to

release the load on top of the stack, in such a way that
the boom can be lowered without the load touching the
pile.
93747B
8. Retract the telescopic boom fully.
9. Lower the boom until the load is approximately 12”

3. Move the machine forward as slowly as possible until (300 mm) to 20” (500 mm) above ground-level. Then
the heel of the forks is in contact with the load. tilt the forks fully backwards. The machine is then in
the transport position.
WARNING WARNING
Do not knock against the load with the forks or the
stack with the machine. All boom movement or machine displacement maneu-
vers with a raised load must be carried out with the
greatest care and as slowly as possible.
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Placing A Raised Load

Figure 50
WARNING
All boom movement or machine displacement maneu-
vers with a raised load must be carried out with the
greatest care and as slowly as possible.
6. Once the load has been placed down, release the

forks so that they are no longer in contact with the load
using short, successive boom-lowering and retraction
93749 A
maneuvers.
1. With the machine in the transport position, move the 7. Release the forks from beneath the load using short,
load closer to the stack and into the position where it successive boom-lowering and retraction maneuvers
is to be placed. or by moving the machine back.
Figure 51 Figure 53

93749D
93749B
2. Raise the telescopic boom then extend it to move the 8. Return the boom and the forks to the transport
load above the stacking. If necessary, move the position.
machine forward.
3. Engage the handbrake and put the gear lever into

neutral.
4. Tilt the load into a horizontal position.

Figure 52
93749C
5. Place the load down on the stack by lowering the

boom and retracting the boom.
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Recovery and transport of the machine Releasing the handbrake
As the machine’s brakes are tightened by lack of hydraulic

The recovery and transport of the machine comprehends
pressure (= handbraked position), this operation involves
the following three main actions:
releasing the brakes mechanically.
• Towing the machine, Only the front axle has brakes.
• Hoisting the machine, The following procedure describes how to untighten the
• Securing the machine brakes.
Each topic is explained in detail below. • Release the handbrake. This will open the hydraulic cir-
cuit. It is not possible to manually release the brakes
when the hydraulic circuit is closed.
Towing the machine
• At each end of the central part of the front axle are two
screws (see [Figure 55]). When screwed in, these
Preparing for towing screws will remove the spring pressure that block the
brake disks.
The machine must be prepared before towing. [Figure 56] shows the function of such a screw inside
the axle.
The work will first be carried out on the two screws on
WARNING one side of the front axle then on the other side:
• Loosen the locking nuts of the screws and create
• Before towing, the machine must be immobilized
using chocks in front of the wheels or any other some clearance for the screws.
means independent of the machine. Do not apply • Gradually screw (quarter turn by quarter turn) each
the handbrake. of the two screws alternatively until they bite.
• After this operation, the handbrake will not work • Repeat the above steps on the other side of the front

and it will no longer be possible to lock the ma- axle.
chine with the hydrostatic transmission. Figure 55
Disengaging the hydrostatic transmission
It is impossible for oil to circulate in a hydrostatic transmis-

sion in a closed circuit when the machine is not running,
this operation involves making oil circulation possible:
IMPORTANT
When the transmission disengagement with valve
is installed, see p. 89.
S1394
• There are two identical multi-function valves on the Figure 56

hydrostatic transmission pump.
Figure 54
S1395
The brakes are now released for towing the vehicle.

S0441
IMPORTANT
• Each valve has three 6-sided nuts of different sizes. The vehicle will not be able to brake until the
screws are returned to their original position.
• Unscrew the middle screw of each valve 2.5 turns.
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Hooking the machine Hoisting the machine
Use the front [Figure 62] or rear [Figure 63] stowing pins
or the rear trailer hooking device (if the machine has one) WARNING
to hook the machine to the towing vehicle. Using rigid con-
nectors (attachment bar) is better than flexible devices Before carrying out the hoisting operation, make
(cables). sure, that in relation to the machine mass and
dimensions:
• The used handling equipment is suitable.
WARNING
• The used slings, swing bars, shackles and other
Before towing the machine, make sure the tow equipment are suitable.
vehicle has:
• sufficient power to tow the machine; This operation should be carried out on the machine when
• adequate braking facility to stop and block the there are no attachments. Before this operation, lower the
position of the unit. boom position, return the wheels to the aligned position
and stop the machine. Then take into account:
Towing 1. The position of the machine’s centre of gravity

[Figure 57].
When towing: Figure 57
• The handbrake (which also acts as emergency brake)
1356 mm 1000 mm
does not work.

• Steering remains functional but not assisted. The effort
required to turn the steering wheel is significantly higher
than for normal operation.
6725 daN
• Turn on the hazard warning lights.
Where this towing is to be carried out on public roads, com- 2855 daN 3870 daN
ply with the Highway Code.
WARNING
The machine must be towed:
• at a maximum speed of 5 km/h,
• over very short distances so that it can be loaded
onto a trailer,
• with means appropriate to its weight and size.
S0552
After towing 2. The position of the front slinging points [Figure 58].
Return the functions altered for towing to their original Figure 58

state by carrying out the reverse operations:
• Tighten the middle nut on each of the two transmission
pump's multi-function valves.
• Mechanically release the handbrake to return it to work-
ing order.
WARNING
Do not forget to carry out these two operations to
avoid any risk of accident that might be caused by
incorrect operation of the machine after its start-
up.
S0439
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3. The position of the rear slinging points [Figure 59]. Securing the machine
Figure 59
WARNING
Before loading the machine on the trailer, make
sure that:
• All safety instructions for the trailer are complied
with.
• The driver of the trailer has been informed of the
dimensions and weights of the machine.
• The trailer platform is big enough and has suffi-
cient capacity to transport the machine.
• The admissible pressure on the trailer platform is
compatible with the machine.
S1781
To transport the machine onto a trailer, the following steps

must be taken:
1. Load the machine onto the trailer in accordance with

its loading requirements in terms of position and
distribution of mass.

2. Stop the machine.
3. Attach chocks to the floor of the trailer in front of and

behind each of the machine's wheels [Figure 60].
Figure 60
S1697
4. Attach chocks to the floor of the trailer against the

inner face of each wheel [Figure 61].
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Figure 61 Driving On Public Roads
Warning
The driver must respect the traffic regulations when driving

the machine on a public road.
The machine must comply with the Highway Code when
being driven on a public road.
Before driving the machine on a public road:
1. Install the rotating beacon and make sure that it is

working properly.
S1782
2. Make sure that the lights and signals are in good
condition, are clean and are working properly.
5. Stow the machine on the trailer using the front stowing
pins [Figure 62]. 3. Make sure that the windows are clean and that the
windscreen washer and wiper are working properly.
Figure 62
4. Make sure that the tires are properly inflated and that
they are not covered with mud, stones or any other
impurity.
5. Check the fuel level.

6. Check the rear view mirrors are correctly adjusted.
7. Move the boom to the transport position:

• telescope fully retracted
• attachment tilted fully backwards
• attachment 12” (300 mm) above ground-level
S1210 8. Place the frame leveling in the center-of-travel
position.
6. Stow the machine on the trailer using the rear stowing
pins [Figure 63].
Figure 63
WARNING
The transport of loads is prohibited on public roads.
When driving on public roads, attachments that can
be fitted to the machine must:
• either be fitted with appropriate signs and safety de-
vices
• or be removed from the machine
S1211
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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Contents
Maintenance Safety ........................................................................................................................................................49
Maintenance Interval.......................................................................................................................................................50
Regular Maintenance Items ............................................................................................................................................51
Approved Boom Stop ......................................................................................................................................................51
Operator Cab/Canopy .....................................................................................................................................................52

ROPS/FOPS Protection........................................................................................................................................52
Removing Dust/Replacing The Cab Filter.............................................................................................................52

Engine Cover ..................................................................................................................................................................52
Air Filter Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................................53

Cleaning The Air Filter’s Main Cartridge ...............................................................................................................53
Replacement Of The Air Filter’s Main Cartridge ...................................................................................................53
Replacement Of The Air Filter’s Safety Cartridge.................................................................................................53
Fuel System ....................................................................................................................................................................54

Fuel Specifications................................................................................................................................................54
Filling The Fuel Tank ............................................................................................................................................54
Replacing The Fuel Filter Cartridge ......................................................................................................................54
Lubrication Circuit ...........................................................................................................................................................55

Check And Top Up Engine Oil ..............................................................................................................................55
Oil Chart................................................................................................................................................................55
Draining And Changing Oil And Filter ...................................................................................................................55
Engine Cooling System...................................................................................................................................................56

Checking The Cooling Fluid Level ........................................................................................................................56
Checking The Cooling Fluid..................................................................................................................................56
Adjusting The Alternator Belt ..........................................................................................................................................57
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Electrical System............................................................................................................................................................ 58
Description ........................................................................................................................................................... 58
Checking The Battery Fluid Level ........................................................................................................................ 58
Checking The Condition Of Fuses, Diodes And Relays....................................................................................... 58
Checking The Working Order Of Controls, Lighting And Signalling..................................................................... 58
Checking The Condition Of Electric Connections ................................................................................................ 58
Fuses, Diodes And Relay Drawing ...................................................................................................................... 59
Hydraulic/Hydrostatic System ........................................................................................................................................ 61

Checking The Oil Level ........................................................................................................................................ 61
Topping UpThe Oil ............................................................................................................................................... 61
Draining And Changing The Hydraulic oil ............................................................................................................ 62
Replacing The Hydraulic Oil Tank Vent Valve ..................................................................................................... 62
Checking The Tightness Of Pipes And Hydraulic Connections ........................................................................... 62
Hydraulic Filter ..................................................................................................................................................... 63
Mechanical transmission ................................................................................................................................................ 63

Checking the condition of tyres ............................................................................................................................ 63
Checking the tyre pressure .................................................................................................................................. 63
Checking the tightness of wheel nuts................................................................................................................... 63

Checking the vent valves cleanliness on both axles ............................................................................................ 63
Lubricating the rear axle rolling element bearings ............................................................................................... 64
Lubricating the axle steering pivots...................................................................................................................... 64
Checking the front axle central casing oil level .................................................................................................... 64
Checking the front axle reducer box oil level ....................................................................................................... 65
Checking the rear axle central casing oil level ..................................................................................................... 65
Checking the gear reducer oil level on both axles ............................................................................................... 65
Draining and changing the front axle central casing oil........................................................................................ 66
Draining and changing the front axle reducer box oil........................................................................................... 66
Draining and changing the rear axle central casing oil ........................................................................................ 66
Draining and changing the gear reducer oil on both axles................................................................................... 67
Lubricating The Machine ................................................................................................................................................ 68

Lubrication drawing For The VR723 .................................................................................................................... 68
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Maintenance Safety
WARNING
Instructions are necessary before operating or servicing the machine. Read and understand the Operation &
Maintenance Manual and machine signs (decals). Follow warnings and instructions in this manual when mak-
ing repairs, adjustments or servicing. Check for correct operation after adjustments, repairs or service.
Untrained operators and failure to follow instructions can cause injury or death.
Never service the IR telescopic handler without instructions.
Correct Incorrect Incorrect

Your telescopic handler requires daily Disconnecting or loosening any hydrau- Never work on telescopic handler with
cleaning and maintenance. lic tubeline, hose, fitting, defective com- lift arms up unless lift arms are held by
ponent or part can cause lift arms to an approved lift arm support device.
drop. Do not go under lift arms when Replace if Damaged
raised unless supported by an approved Never modify equipment or add attach-
lift arm support device. Replace if Dam- ments not approved by IR.
aged
Ensure proper ventilation when welding Keep body, jewelry and clothing away Lead-acid batteries produce flammable
or grinding painted parts. from moving parts, electrical contact, and explosive gases.
Wear eye protection to guard from bat- hot parts and exhaust. Keep arcs, sparks flames and lighted
tery acid, compressed springs, fluids Wear eye protection to guard from bat- tobacco away from batteries.
under pressure and flying debris when tery acid, compressed springs, fluids Batteries contain acid which burns eyes
engines are running or tools are used. under pressure and flying debris when or skin on contact. Wear protective
Use eye protection approved for type of engines are running or tools are used. clothing. If acid contacts body, flush
welding. Use eye protection approved for type of well with water. In case of eye contact,
welding. flush well and get immediate medical
attention.
Maintenance procedures which are given in the Operation & Maintenance Manual can be performed by the owner/operator without any specific tech-
nical training. Maintenance procedures which are not in this manual must be performed ONLY BY QUALIFIED IR SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Always use genuine IR replacement parts.
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Maintenance Interval
Maintenance operations should be carried out according to the intervals defined in the table below.
WARNING
Depending on the working conditions under which you operate the machine, the recommended interval must
be reduced in order to keep the machine properly maintained and to prevent possible damage, malfunctions or
accidents. These conditions are (non-exhaustive list) in particular: dusty environment, humid atmosphere,
muddy environment, abrasive environment
Operation Page Hours

10 50 200 500 (3) 750 (4) 1000 (4)
Diesel engine
Cleaning the air filter’s main cartridge (6) p. 53
Replacing the air filter’s main cartridge (6) p. 53
Replacing the air filter’s safety cartridge (6) p. 53
Checking the cooling fluid level p. 56
Checking the cooling fluid p. 56
Checking the radiators are clean –
Checking the engine oil level p. 55
Draining and changing oil and filter of the engine p. 55
Replacing the lubricating oil filter cartridge p. 56
Checking the state and tension of the alternator belt (2) p. 57

Replacing the fuel filter cartridge (7) p. 54
Hydraulic system
Checking the hydraulic oil level p. 61
Draining and changing the hydraulic oil p. 62
Replacing the hydraulic filter cartridge p. 63
Replacing the hydraulic oil tank vent valve p. 62
Checking the tightness of hydraulic lines and connections p. 62
Mechanical transmission
Checking the condition of tyres p. 63
Checking the tyre pressure p. 63
Checking the tightness of wheel nuts (1) p. 63
Checking the vent valves on the two axles are clean p. 63
Lubricating the rear axle rolling element bearings p. 64
Lubricating the axle steering pivots p. 64
Checking the oil level in the front axle central casing p. 64 monthly
Checking the oil level in the reducer box p. 65 monthly
Checking the oil level in the rear axle central casing p. 65 monthly
Checking the oil level on both axles' gear reducers p. 65
Draining and changing the oil in the front axle central casing (3) p. 66
Draining and changing the oil in the reducer box (3) p. 66
Draining and changing the oil on the rear axle central casing (3) p. 66
Draining and changing the oil on two axles gear reducers (3) p. 67
Structure
Cleaning dust out of the cab filter p. 52
Replacing the cab filter p. 52
Lubricating the hinge pins p. 68
Lubricating the boom’s guide rail shoes p. 68
Checking the tightness of screws and bolts –
Checking wear on the boom's guide rail shoes –
Checking wear on flanges and hinge pins –
Electrical system
Checking the battery fluid level p. 58
Checking the condition of fuses, diodes and relays p. 58
Checking the working order of controls, lighting and signalling p. 58
Checking the working order of indicator lights, indicators and controls p. 58
Checking the condition of electric connections p. 58
* For more information see “Lubrication drawing For The VR723” on page 68.
(1) Check wheel nut torque every 8 hours for the first 24 hours. (4) Or every 12 months.
(2) First maintenance after 50 hours then according to the table. (5) Frequency may vary in certain dusty environments.
(3) Or every 6 months. (6) To be replaced after 250 hours if the fuel filter bowl is badly fouled.
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Regular Maintenance Items Approved Boom Stop
For parts required for normal maintenance of the machine, If the boom is raised for service or maintenance, use the
consult your dealer who has the catalogue of spare parts following procedure to install and remove the boom stop.
for your machine.
Installing The Approved Boom Stop
WARNING 1. Put the telescopic handler on a flat, solid and level

surface.
Only use guaranteed genuine IR parts for the mainte-
nance of the machine. 2. With the operator in the seat, the restraint bar lowered,
(if equipped) seat belt fastened, Travel Direction
Control in neutral and the parking brake engaged, start
the engine and raise the boom. Stop the engine.
3. Have a second person remove the boom stop from the

storage position.
Figure 64

S0486
4. Install the boom stop over the rod of the boom cylinder
[Figure 64].
5. Install the pins and secure the fasteners [Figure 10-

150-2].
6. Start the engine and lower the boom slowly [Figure 10-
150-2] so that the boom stop is held securely.
Removing The Approved Boom Stop
1. Start the engine lower the restraint bar (if equipped)

and raise the boom. Stop the engine.
2. Remove the fasteners, pins and boom stop.

3. Put the boom stop in the storage position and secure
with pins and fasteners.
4. Start the engine lower the restraint bar (if equipped)

and lower the boom
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Operator Cab/Canopy Engine Cover
ROPS/FOPS Protection Figure 66
The IR telescopic handler has a ROPS/ FOPS operator

cab/canopy as standard equipment to protect the operator
from rollover and falling objects. Check with your dealer if
the operator cab/canopy has been damaged.
ROPS: Roll Over Protective Structure, per SAE J1040 and
ISO 3471
FOPS: Falling Object Protective Structure, per SAE J1043
and ISO 3449, Level I.
WARNING S1694
Never modify operator cab by welding, grinding, drill-

ing holes or adding attachments unless instructed to 1. Release the engine cover latch and lift the engine
do so by IR Company. Changes to the cab can cause cover to access the engine.
loss of operator protection from rollover and falling
objects, and result in injury or death.

Removing Dust/Replacing The Cab Filter
Figure 65
S0389
1. Unscrew the 4 attachment screws and remove the

assembly from the filter.
2. Unscrew the two attachment screws from both sides of
the filter.
3. Remove the second screen and the filter from both

sides.
4. Every 50 hours (or every week), flush the dust from the
filter with water.
5. Replace the filter every 500 hours.
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Air Filter Maintenance
See “Maintenance Interval” on page 50 for the correct fre- Figure 69

quency of maintenance work.
Figure 67
93761
2. Clean the cartridge by blowing compressed air from

the inside to the outside of the cartridge [Figure 69].
3. Replace the cartridge and the cover.
S0500
Replacement Of The Air Filter’s Main Cartridge

Irrespective of the intervals in the “Maintenance Interval”
on page 50 table, the machine is provided with an indicator 1. Remove the cover from the air filter [Figure 68] and

[Figure 67] to determine the condition of the air filter. take out the main cartridge.
When the piston in the indicator reaches the red zone,
maintenance of the filter is required. Press the yellow but- 2. Replace the new cartridge and the cover.
ton after the maintenance to reset the piston.
Replacement Of The Air Filter’s Safety Cartridge
Cleaning The Air Filter’s Main Cartridge
Figure 68 NOTICE
The interval of this operation is made to coincide with the
replacement of the air filter main cartridge.
See “Replacement Of The Air Filter’s Main Cartridge” on
page 53.
1. Remove the cover from the air filter [Figure 68] and
take out the main cartridge.
Figure 70
S0444
1. Remove the cover from the air filter [Figure 68] and
take out the main cartridge.
CAUTION
The filter element is fragile. In the event of accidental
damage to the cartridge during this operation, it must
be replaced. S0445
2. Remove the standby cartridge [3.].

3. Replace the new cartridges and the cover.
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Fuel System
Fuel Specifications
WARNING
Always clean up fuel or oil leaks. Keep fuel and oil
Use only high quality No.1 or No.2 diesel fuel. away from sources of heat, flames, sparks and lighted
cigarettes. Failure to use care around combustibles
The following is one suggested blending guideline which can cause explosion or fire which can result in injury
should prevent fuel gelling under cold temperatures: or death.
Temperature No. 2 No. 1
Above +15° F (- 9° C) 100% 0%

Down to -20° F (-29° C) 50% 50%
Below -20° F (-29° C) 0% 100%
Filling The Fuel Tank
Use a clean, approved safety container to add fuel of the

correct specification. Add fuel only in an area that has free
movement of air and no open flames or sparks.
No smoking!
Replacing The Fuel Filter Cartridge

See “Lubrication drawing For The VR723” on page 68 for
the correct service interval for replacing the diesel fuel
filter.
Figure 71
S0446
1. Unscrew the cartridge.
2. Collect the fuel which runs out.
3. Screw and tighten the new cartridge by hand.
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Lubrication Circuit Oil Chart
Check And Top Up Engine Oil Figure 74
Check engine oil level every day before starting the °C

engine. -40 -34 -29 -23 -18 -13 -7 -1 +4 +10 +15 +21 +27 +32 +38 +43 +49
Figure 72
SAE 40W / 20W-50
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40
SAE 30W
*SAE 5W-30
SAE 20W-20
SAE 10W
SYNTHETIC OIL: PLEASE FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDATION

S0447
-40 -30 -20 -10 0 +10 +20 +30 +40 +50 +60 +70 +80 +90 +100 +110 +120
F
1. Remove the gauge (with the yellow plug) to check the S0568
oil level. The level should be between the two

reference marks [2.].
Figure 73 Draining And Changing Oil And Filter
See “Lubrication drawing For The VR723” on page 68 for

the service interval for replacing engine oil and filter.
Draining And Changing The Lubricating Oil
1. Carry out this operation on flat ground.
2. Carry out this operation preferably when the engine is

hot: the oil will flow better.
3. Remove the cover at the back of the engine

compartment.
S0448
4. Guide the drain hose to the collecting container
[Figure 75].
2. Top up if necessary. To top up, unscrew the plug on
Figure 75
the upper valve cover [Figure 73].
3. Check to see if the level is correct.
CAUTION
Use a good quality motor oil that meets the correct
API CD Service Classification or better (“Oil Chart” on
page 55).
S0506
5. Unscrew the drain plug located at the end of the hose.
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6. Collect the drained oil. Engine Cooling System

7. Screw the plug back onto the hose.
Check the cooling system every day to prevent overheat-
8. Put the hose back in its proper place. ing, loss of performance or engine damage.
9. Fill with new oil up to the correct level (see “Check And Checking The Cooling Fluid Level
Top Up Engine Oil” on page 55).
10. Observe the level. 1. Carry out this operation on flat ground.
2. Find the MAX-MIN mark on the surge tank.
11. Start the engine and let it idle.
Figure 77
12. Wait until the oil pressure indicator light goes out.
13. Turn off the engine.
14. Check and add more oil if required.
CAUTION
Do not start the engine without oil or let it idle if the oil
pressure indicator light does not go out 5 seconds
after starting.

S0450
Replacing The Lubricating Oil Filter Cartridge
3. The fluid level must be between the two reference

NOTICE marks at all times.
The interval of this operation is made to coincide with the

draining and changing of the lubricating oil. WARNING
See “Draining And Changing The Lubricating Oil” on If fluid must be added, never open the surge tank plug
page 55 when the cooling fluid is hotter than 20°C.
1. Carry out this operation while draining the oil.

Checking The Cooling Fluid
2. Unscrew the cartridge.
Figure 76 1. Take a sample of the fluid.
2. Check its concentration.
3. The factory concentration is 50%, protection up
to -30°C.
4. Increase the proportions of antifreeze as required.
S0449
3. Collect the oil which runs out.
4. Cover the new cartridge's seal with new oil.
5. Screw and tighten the new cartridge by hand.
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CAUTION
AVOID ENGINE DAMAGE
Always use the correct ratio of water to antifreeze.
Too much antifreeze reduces cooling system effi-
ciency and may cause serious premature engine
damage.
Too little antifreeze reduces the additives which pro-
tect the internal engine components, reduces the boil-
ing point and freeze protection of the system.
Always add a premixed solution. Adding full strength
concentrated coolant can cause serious premature
engine damage.
Adjusting The Alternator Belt
1. This tension is measured on the strand between the

crankshaft and the alternator.

Figure 78
15 lbs
5/16” (10 mm)
S0430
2. Move the alternator until the belt has 5/16 inch (8 mm)
movement at the middle of the belt span with 15 lbs of
force (the equivalent of a moderate effort applied with
the thumb) [Figure 78].
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Electrical System
Description Checking The Condition Of Fuses, Diodes And Relays
The telescopic handler has a 12 volt, negative ground The purpose of this operation is to keep the machine prop-
alternator charging system. erly maintained and to prevent possible damage or
accidents. See “Fuses, Diodes And Relay Drawing” on
The electrical system is protected by fuses located in the page 59.
cab on the right hand side console and those located in the
engine compartment. The fuses will protect the electrical
system when there is an electrical overload. The reason
for the overload must be found before starting the engine
WARNING
again. Replace any faulty fuse, diode or relay immediately
even if the function that it protects does not seem
Checking The Battery Fluid Level important. This applies even over and above the rec-
ommended frequency.
Figure 79
Figure 80
MAX
MIN

S0386
93789
The fuse box is located beside the seat, under the cover
1. Use the cab key to open the battery compartment. indicated on [Figure 80].
2. Unscrew and remove the caps from the battery cells. The two fuses and relay for engine preheating and starting
are located in the engine compartment, as indicated in the
3. To check the level of the liquid: lower part of [Figure 81].
use a small mirror and a flashlight, or remove the
battery from the compartment. Checking The Working Order Of Controls, Lighting
4. Top up if necessary by adding distilled water up to the And Signalling
lower edge of the inner tube (see detail on
The purpose of this operation is to keep the machine prop-
[Figure 79]).
erly maintained and to prevent possible damage or
accidents.
CAUTION
Use only distilled water to top up the fluid level. WARNING
The level of liquid should not exceed the top of the Replace or repair immediately any faulty component
internal elements. even if its function does not seem “important”. This
applies even over and above the recommended fre-
quency.
WARNING
Checking The Condition Of Electric Connections
The battery contains acid.
erly maintained and to prevent possible damage or
accidents.
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Fuses, Diodes And Relay Drawing
Figure 81
E17 E16

E15
E18
F2
E2
F3 1
F
E1
S0401
59 I-R VR-723
Fuses And Diodes Relays
[Figure 81] [Figure 81]

Reference Gauge Function protected Reference Function performed
1 15 A Front work lights 1 Front work lights
2 15 A Rear work lights 2 Rear work lights
3 10 A Lighting and full-beam control 3 Road horn
4 15 A Headlamps 4 Blue lights (option)
5 7.5 A Road alarm and ceiling light 5 Hydraulic function on boom
6 15 A Full-beam 6 Headlamps
7 10 A Cigarette lighter 7 Full-beam
8 7.5 A Left side-lights 8 Advance safety if parking brake tight
9 7.5 A Right side-lights 9 Starting safety if transmission is in gear
10 7.5 A Hazard warning lights 10 Not used
11 DIODE 1 A Parking brake 11 Slow travel speed
12 DIODE 1 A Advance safety if parking brake tight 12 Second hydraulic function on boom
13 10 A Second hydraulic function on boom (option) 13 Backup lights / backup alarm
14 15 A Joystick control box 14 Not used

15 7.5 A Stability indicator and fuel pump 15 Prevent raising of the stabilisers
16 3A Hydraulic function on boom 16 Stabilisers
17 7.5 A Rotating beacon (option) 17 Raise left stabiliser
Brake lights, rear hydraulic options, stop
18 10 A 18 Raise right stabiliser
lights
19 7.5 A Slow travel speed 19 Radio control for acceleration of the engine
20 15 A Front wiper 20 Not used
21 7.5 A Transmission control box supply 21 Not used
22 7.5 A Engine cutoff

E01 Glowplugs
23 7.5 A Joystick supply
E02 Starter control
24 7.5 A Direction indicators
25 10 A Steering mode control E15 12V power relay after contact
26 20 A Heating fan E16 Air conditioning compressor (option)
27 7.5 A Direction of travel E17 Air conditioning fan (option)

Center for the directional signals (located beneath the fuse
28 7.5 A Instrument panel supply E18
box)
Reversing light and roof windscreen wiper
29 10 A
(option)
Rear windscreen wiper: Rear windscreen and
30 7.5 A
roof washer
31 10 A Boom angle measurement
32 7.5 A Fan direction reversing (option) correction
01 20 A Air conditioning fan (option)
02 7.5 A Air conditioning compressor (option)
F01 50 A permanent line (+)
F02 40 A Permanent line (+) by contact key
F03 70 A Glow plugs
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Hydraulic/Hydrostatic System Topping Up The Oil
Checking The Oil Level Figure 83
For each preventive maintenance operation on the

hydraulic/hydrostatic system, make sure that:
• each operation is performed on flat ground;
• both stabilizers are fully raised;
• the boom is fully lowered;
• the boom is fully retracted (telescoping);
• the hook-up is tilted fully backwards.
NOTICE S0542
Use only recommended fluid in the hydraulic/hydrostatic 1. Unscrew the plug (with vent valve on top) by hand
system. [Figure 83].
See “Lubrication drawing For The VR723” on page 68. 2. Top up the oil.
3. Screw the plug back in by hand.
Figure 82
CAUTION

Be careful to keep impurities from getting into the
hydraulic/hydrostatic system.
MAX
MIN
S0452
The level indicator light is located on the front side of the

hydraulic tank. The oil level must be between the two ref-
erence marks at all times [Figure 82].
CAUTION
The oil level should not exceed the reference marks.
61 I-R VR-723
Draining And Changing The Hydraulic oil Replacing The Hydraulic Oil Tank Vent Valve
See “Lubrication drawing For The VR723” on page 68 for Figure 85

the service interval for replacing the oil. Replace the fluid if
it becomes contaminated or after major repair.
Figure 84
S0541
1. Unscrew the vent valve [Figure 85].

S0454
2. Screw in the new vent valve by hand.

1. The drain plug is located at the front, on the lower side
of the tank [Figure 84]. Checking The Tightness Of Pipes And Hydraulic

Connections
2. Open the filler plug.
3. Open the drain plug and collect the oil. erly maintained and to prevent possible damage or
4. Close the drain plug having first inspected its seal. accidents.
5. Fill with oil up to the maximum level (see “Checking

The Oil Level” on page 61). CAUTION
6. Close the filler plug. Repair any leakages (or deterioration) that may occur
immediately including on parts which do not seem
important. This applies even over and above the rec-
CAUTION ommended frequency.
Only fill with oil that is:
• recommended
• clean and unpolluted
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Hydraulic Filter Mechanical transmission

See “Lubrication drawing For The VR723” on page 68 for Checking the condition of tires
the correct service interval for replacing the hydraulic filter.
1. Unscrew the plug by hand (see [Figure 86]). The purpose of this operation is to prevent any incident or
accident that may occur during use of the machine and
Figure 86 that could cause the partial or total destruction of the tires.
Checking the tyre pressure
Carry out this check on cold tires.

Make sure that the pressure for the 4 tires is identical:
Pressure
Brand Dimensions
(bar)
DUNLOP 400/70 - 20 150B 4.00 bar
(standard)
TITAN 400/70 - 20 4.00 bar
S0453 (option)
DUNLOP 400/80 - 24 153B 4.25
(option)
2. Remove the cartridge from the filter [Figure 87]. MITAS 15.5/80-R24 16PR 5.00 bar
(option)

Figure 87
Checking the tightness of wheel nuts
Tightening torque: 221 ft.-lbs. (300 Nm).
Checking the vent valves cleanliness on both axles
1. These vent valves must be clean, without soil, cement

or any other obstacle that hinders their operation.
2. On the front axle: 1 vent valve [Figure 88].

S0458 Figure 88
CAUTION
Be careful to keep impurities from getting into the
hydraulic/hydrostatic system.
3. Put the new cartridge in.
4. Top up the oil if necessary.
5. Put the plug back in after inspecting the seal and

replacing if necessary.
S1212
3. On the rear axle: 1 vent valve [Figure 89].
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Figure 89 Checking the front axle central casing oil level
Carry out this operation on flat ground.
1. On the front axle: 2 oil level plugs [Figure 90].

Figure 90
S1213
WARNING
S1214
If the vent valves on the front axle are stopped or
blocked, this can cause the brakes to fail. • [Figure 91] shows the front axle viewed from the
front side.

Figure 91
Lubricating the rear axle rolling element bearings
1. See “Lubricating The Machine” on page 68.
Lubricating the axle steering pivots
1. See “Lubricating The Machine” on page 68.
S1215
• [Figure 92] shows the front axle viewed from the

back side.
Figure 92
S1216
2. Unscrew the level plug [Figure 93] and [Figure 92].
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3. The oil level must be level with the opening. Checking the rear axle central casing oil level
4. Add oil if necessary through the oil filling plug Carry out this operation on flat ground.
[Figure 93].
1. On the back axle: 1 oil level plug [Figure 95].
Figure 93
Figure 95
S1217
S1218
5. Inspect all seals and replace if necessary.
2. Unscrew the level plug [Figure 95].
6. Screw back all plugs.
3. The oil level must be level with the opening.

Checking the front axle reducer box oil level 4. Add oil if necessary
Carry out this operation on flat ground. 5. Inspect the seal and replace if necessary.
1. On the reducer box: 1 oil level plug [Figure 94]. 6. Screw back the plug.
Figure 94
Checking the gear reducer oil level on both axles
1. Direct the gear reducer so that the plug is horizontal

with the axis of the gear reducer.
Figure 96
S1219
2. Unscrew the level plug [Figure 94].

4. Add oil if necessary
S1220
5. Inspect the seal and replace if necessary.

2. Unscrew the plug.
6. Screw back the plug.
4. Add oil if necessary.
65 I-R VR-723
Draining and changing the front axle central casing oil Draining and changing the front axle reducer box oil
Carry out this operation on flat ground. Carry out this operation on flat ground.
1. On the front axle: 3 oil draining plugs [Figure 97]. 1. Unscrew the drain plug.
Figure 97 Figure 100
S1226
S1221
2. Collect the oil.

2. Unscrew each drain plug [Figure 98].
Figure 98 3. Inspect the seal and replace if necessary.

5. Fill with oil through the oil check orifice.
Draining and changing the rear axle central casing oil
1. Unscrew the drain plug.

Figure 101
S1222
3. Collect the oil.

4. Inspect all seals and replace if necessary.
5. Screw back all plugs.
6. Fill with oil through the oil filling plug [Figure 99].
Figure 99
S1223
2. Collect the oil.
5. Fill with oil through the oil check orifice.
S1217
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Draining and changing the gear reducer oil on both

axles
1. Orient the gear reducer so that the plug is in a low

position.
Figure 102
S1224
2. Unscrew the plug.

3. Collect the oil.
4. Orient the gear reducer so that the plug is horizontal

with the axis of the gear reducer.
5. Fill with oil.
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Lubricating The Machine
Lubrication drawing For The VR723
Figure 103
S1071
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69 I-R VR-723
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ATTACHMENTS
ATTACHMENTS
WARNING
Never use attachments or buckets which are not approved by IR. Buckets and attachments for safe loads of
specified densities are approved for each model. Read and understand the Load Capacity Charts for the attach-
ment you are using. Unapproved attachments can cause serious injury or death.
Contents
Attachment Lock .............................................................................................................................................................73

Hydraulic Lock ......................................................................................................................................................73
Relieve The Hydraulic Pressure At The Boom Head ......................................................................................................74

Attachment types ............................................................................................................................................................75
Rigid palletiser with forks ......................................................................................................................................75
Palletiser with floating forks ..................................................................................................................................76
Bucket with teeth...................................................................................................................................................77
Bucket without teeth..............................................................................................................................................77
Clamshell bucket, 2000 litres ................................................................................................................................78
Clamshell bucket, 2500 litres ................................................................................................................................78
Protection and signs for buckets...........................................................................................................................79
Grapple bucket......................................................................................................................................................79
Dung Fork .............................................................................................................................................................81
Bale Loader...........................................................................................................................................................82
Jib .........................................................................................................................................................................82
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ATTACHMENTS
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ATTACHMENTS
Attachment Lock
This device enables the attachment to be locked to the Operation

hook-up. It is available in two versions:
1. Drive the machine forward, with the telescope fully
• Manual lock: standard version
retracted, so that the hook-up is less than 1 m from the
• Hydraulic lock attachment and perpendicular to it. The two hoses on
the locking cylinder must be connected to the
Hydraulic Lock hydraulic quick couplers on the boom head.
Description 2. Engage the parking brake and put the transmission

lever into neutral.
The hook-up includes the following: Figure 106
Figure 104

95882
95917
3. Tilt the hook-up forwards so that the hooks are lower
than the attachment pipe (1) [Figure 106].
• two hooks on top. 4. Extend the telescope so that the hooks are right below
the attachments pipe (2) [Figure 106].
• A locking bar on each side at the bottom. These bars are
kept in place by spring locks. A hydraulic cylinder with Figure 107
two feed hoses retracts the two bars in order to unlock
the attachment.
Each attachment includes the following:
Figure 105
95883
5. Raise the boom in order to engage the attachment

pipe in the hooks; tilt the hook-up if necessary (3)
[Figure 107].
93807 6. When the pipe is properly engaged in the 2 hooks and
the attachment is no longer touching the ground, tilt
• A pipe on top. the bracket fully backwards (4) [Figure 107].
• Two holes below.
7. Press the extra hydraulic function switch on the
joystick to insert the two locking bars and release it
once the attachment is installed.
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ATTACHMENTS
8. Raise the boom and tilt the hook-up forwards enough Relieve The Hydraulic Pressure At The
to ensure that the two locking bars are in the locked Boom Head
attachment position: they must both exceed their
respective hole on the lower part of the attachment. To simplify the connection of the hydraulic lines at the
boom head, there is a procedure for relieving the hydraulic
9. Lock the hydraulic function on the boom head.
pressure:
1. Stop the engine and lower the boom all the way.
CAUTION Figure 108
If the attachment requires a hydraulic connection to

the machine:
• Do not lock the hydraulic function on the boom
head;
• Disconnect both hoses on the hydraulic cylinder;
• Connect the attachment's hoses instead.
WARNING S0497
Always check that both locking bars are in the locked

attachment position before operating the machine.
2. Press the switch [Figure 108] down (unstable
position) for a moment to release the hydraulic
pressure.
3. Connect the boom head hydraulic lines to the

attachment.
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ATTACHMENTS
Attachment types Splash plate
Figure 111
Rigid palletiser with forks
Description
This palletiser includes the following set of attachments:

• Rigid palletiser
• Fork
• Splash plate
Rigid palletiser
93817
Figure 109
Reference Value
Weight 31 Kg
Unit specifications
Figure 112

93815
Reference Value
Weight when empty 171 Kg

Rated capacity 4000 Kg
Centre of gravity distance 76 mm
Fork 93818
Figure 110
Reference Value

WARNING
When using this attachment, the following indications
must be observed:
93816
• Load charts
• Indicator of longitudinal stability (ILS)
Reference Value
Based on FEM III

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ATTACHMENTS
Palletiser with floating forks Retracting the forks
Description and characteristics Figure 114
This palletiser includes the following:

• Palletiser with splash plate built into the structure.
• Each fork assembled on an independent axis allowing a
95-mm vertical lift.
Figure 113
93820
1. Put the palletiser in vertical position.
2. Raise the boom to position the forks approximately

200 mm above ground level.
3. Tilt the hook-up forward all the way.

93819
4. Engage the parking brake and put the transmission
lever into neutral.
Reference Value
Weight when empty 330 Kg 5. Lift the fork tips up to their locking receptacle.
6. Remove the two fork locking pins.
7. Push the first fork into its locking receptacle.
WARNING 8. Replace its locking pin.

9. Push the second fork into its locking receptacle.
must be observed: 10. Replace its locking pin.
• Load charts 11. Tilt the hook-up backwards all the way.
12. Lower the boom all the way into the transport position.
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ATTACHMENTS
Bucket with teeth Bucket without teeth
95889 95890
Reference Value
Reference Value
Weight when empty 495 Kg Rated load capacity 1600 Kg
Rated load capacity 1600 Kg Rated volume capacity 800 litres
Rated volume capacity 800 litres Centre of gravity distance 407 mm
WARNING

WARNING When using this attachment, the following indications
When using this attachment, the following indications must be observed:
must be observed:
• Load charts
• Load charts • Indicator of longitudinal stability (ILS)
WARNING
Always protect the bucket teeth when traveling on a
public road or highway. See “Protection and signs for
buckets” on page 79.
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ATTACHMENTS
Clamshell bucket, 2000 litres Clamshell bucket, 2500 litres
95892 95893
Reference Value
Reference Value
Rated load capacity 2600 Kg
Rated load capacity 2800 Kg
Rated volume capacity 2000 litres
Rated volume capacity 2500 litres
WARNING

WARNING
must be observed: When using this attachment, the following indications
must be observed:
• Load charts
• Load charts
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Protection and signs for buckets Grapple bucket
There are two models: Description

• for the bucket with teeth
This bucket includes a mobile grill which keeps the load
Figure 119 inside the bucket. This grill is activated by two cylinders.
Connect both bucket hoses to the hydraulic couplers on
the boom.
Bars [Figure 121] with 3 positions adjust the opening
angle of the grill [Figure 122]:
1. Lower the bucket to the ground, tilt it fully backwards

and close the grill.
2. Remove the adjustment bars and position the grill to

the desired indexing angle.
95894
3. Replace the two adjustment bars.
Figure 121
• for the bucket without teeth
Figure 120

95821
95895
Figure 122
These two devices:
• have red and white warning stripes;
• are placed either on the teeth or on the bucket blade;
• are kept in place by a butterfly screw on each side of the
bucket.
95822
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ATTACHMENTS
Specifications Maintenance
Figure 123 Bucket maintenance should be performed every 50 hours

or at most every week. If needed, increase maintenance
frequency according to operating conditions.
This maintenance consists in lubricating the pivot axes
[Figure 125]:
• of the grill;
• of both cylinders.
Figure 125
95896
Reference Value

850 litres
WARNING

95825
must be observed:
• Load charts
Side plates
The bucket can be fitted with 2 side plates [Figure 124] to

close the side openings. These plates can be bolted to the
inner sides of the bucket sides.
Figure 124
95824
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Dung Fork Specifications
Description Figure 128
The dung fork includes a mobile grill which keeps the load
on the fork. This grill is activated by two cylinders. Connect
both bucket hoses to the hydraulic couplers on the boom.
Bars [Figure 126] with 3 positions adjust the opening
angle of the grill [Figure 127]:
1. Lower the bucket to the ground, tilt it fully backwards
and close the grill.
2. Remove the adjustment bars and position the grill to 95897

the desired indexing angle.
3. Replace the two adjustment bars. Reference Value

Figure 126
2500 litres
WARNING

must be observed:
• Load charts
Maintenance
The bucket maintenance should be performed every 50

95826 hours or at least every week. If needed, increase mainte-
nance frequency according to operating conditions.
Figure 127 This maintenance consists in lubricating the pivot axes
[Figure 129]:
• of the grill;
• of both cylinders.
Figure 129
95827
95829
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ATTACHMENTS
Bale Loader Jib
The bale loader can be installed on the fixed pallet fork The jib includes the following:
instead of forks. Install 2 loading bars for the desired bale • Tubular structure
handling operations.
• Hook with revolving swivel
Figure 130
Figure 131
93825
Reference Value

95898 Rated capacity 3000 Kg
The following specifications refer to 1 loading bar. This jib is designed so that the horizontal distance between
Reference Value
the hook-up and the hook's hinge pin is the same as that
between the hook-up and the centre of a 1-m side cube
Installation per FEM II loaded against the heel of the forks of the fixed pallet fork.
WARNING
When using this jib, the following indications must be
WARNING observed:
When using the bale loader with 2 bars, the following • Load charts, because jib capacity is higher than ma-
must be observed: chine capacity
• Load charts
When the load is suspended on the jib, it can swing
freely in all directions and cause loss of stability to
the machine.
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OPTIONS
OPTIONS
Contents
Tires ................................................................................................................................................................................87
Tyres For VR723...................................................................................................................................................87
Cab Air Conditioning .......................................................................................................................................................87

Description ............................................................................................................................................................87
Operation ..............................................................................................................................................................87
Maintenance .........................................................................................................................................................88
Roof Windscreen Wiper ..................................................................................................................................................89
Second hydraulic function on boom ................................................................................................................................89

Tow Bar Yoke..................................................................................................................................................................89
Work Light On Boom.......................................................................................................................................................89
Deactivation switch key for the Aggravating Movements Arrester (AMA) system ..........................................................90
Aggravating Movements Arrester system (AMA) ............................................................................................................90
Reversing alarm ..............................................................................................................................................................91
Windscreen Grill..............................................................................................................................................................91
Transmission disengaging with valve..............................................................................................................................91
Rotating Beacon..............................................................................................................................................................91
Boom Support Device .....................................................................................................................................................91
Wheel chock....................................................................................................................................................................92
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OPTIONS
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OPTIONS
Tires Cab Air Conditioning
Description
WARNING Figure 132
• Observe the Tire Inflation Decal for each set of ty-
res.
• Only use the tyres listed below, use of other tyres
may cause accidents.
• The machine must be fitted with the same 4 tyres.
• Observe the recommended tyre pressures.
• Replace any tyre showing signs of deterioration im-
mediately.
Tyres For VR723
Four sets are available: 95833
Pression
Brand Dimensions
(bar) Air conditioning for the cab includes the following:
DUNLOP 400/70 - 20 150B 4.00 bar
• the compressor installed in the engine compartment;

(standard)
TITAN 400/70 - 20 4.00 bar • the condenser installed in the engine compartment;
(option) • the evaporator installed behind the seat in the cab (see
DUNLOP 400/80 - 24 153B 4.25 [Figure 132]).
(option)
MITAS 15.5/80-R24 16PR 5.00 bar
(option) Operation
The operator can access the following controls:

These tyres are suitable for use on unprepared ground.
Tire pressure is the same at front and rear. • vents;
• fan control switch;
• power switch.
Vents
Figure 133
95834
Two adjustable vents [Figure 133] are fitted on the upper

side of the evaporator and direct the air flow towards the
desired direction.
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OPTIONS
Fan Control Switch Maintenance
Figure 134 The following maintenance operations should be

performed:
• every 50 hours of operation: check that the condenser is
clean (when checking the other 2 radiators on the ma-
chine)
• every 250 hours of operation: turn air conditioning ON
• at minimum power for 2 mins
• at maximum power for 2 mins
• Once per year: disinfect the circuits to avoid the risk of
mold growth.
WARNING
S0390 • The air conditioning system uses pressurized gas.
Never open this system.
This rotary switch, located on the right console in the cab, • For any repair or maintenance operation other than
has 3 positions: those mentioned above, ask your IR dealer.
• “0” - fully turned counterclockwise: air conditioning and

fan OFF

• “1” - in central position: air conditioning ON and fan at
slow speed
• “2” - fully turned clockwise: air conditioning ON and fan
at high speed
Power Switch
Figure 135
95836
This rotary switch is located inside the evaporator box,

between the 2 vents. To access the switch, remove the
right-side vent on the upper side of the evaporator.
This switch without indexing can be adjusted freely as
follows:
• turned fully counterclockwise: air conditioning is OFF.
Only the fan can be activated.
• central position: air conditioning is ON at less than max-
imum power.
• turned fully clockwise: air conditioning is ON at maxi-
mum power.
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OPTIONS
Roof Windscreen Wiper Tow Bar Yoke
93812
95885
This windscreen wiper wipes the pane on the roof of the This yoke, located at the back of the machine, provides for
cab. hooking up a trailer and includes an axis with a safety bolt
together with a standard electrical connector for connect-
When this option is installed, the control switch is located
ing the trailer's light clusters.
on the right-hand console in the cab.
The weight of the trailer must not exceed 6614 lbs /

3000 Kg. The vertical stress on the yoke from the trailer
Second hydraulic function on boom must not exceed 250 daN / 562 lbf (pounds force).
The standard hydraulic function flow is directed towards

two pairs of hydraulic couplers on which you can connect WARNING
an attachment. This requires two separate hydraulic feeds.
These two hydraulic functions cannot be used When pulling a trailer with the machine:
simultaneously. • Observe acceptable weights and strains.
• Use the appropriate switch to select the hydraulic func- • Comply with Driving Code regulations.
tion.
• The selected hydraulic function is controlled via the
thumb wheel of the hydraulic function on the boom.
Figure 137
Work Light On Boom
Figure 139
S0557
S0558
A multi-directional work light is installed in a protective

frame at the end of the fixed boom. This work light is turned
on by the same switch and at the same time as the stan-
dard headlights on the cab.
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Deactivation switch key for the Aggravating Aggravating Movements Arrester system
Movements Arrester (AMA) system (AMA)
Figure 140 This device deactivates the following movements when the
handled load reaches 76% of the load that causes the
machine to tilt forwards:
• lowering of the boom
• extending the telescopic boom
• raising the stabilisers
• forward tilt of attachment
• backward tilt of attachment
• hydraulic function located behind the boom head
S0305
WARNING
Reference Description Function This device assists driving only; in no way does it
1 Middle position • Use of the machine with normal substitute monitoring the longitudinal stability indi-
(stable position) controls. cator and the action to be taken according to the
• All the machine’s functions can be visual indicators and alarms.
controlled by the driver seated
normally at the driving position in If the boom operating speed is too high, a loss of
the cab.
stability can occur when the AMA device is acti-

Before starting to work with the
machine, make sure that the key is vated. Adapt the speed of boom movements to the
properly in the switch. minimum necessary to carry out the operation in
2 Turned clockwise • Machine usable with radio control full safety.
(stable position) (not available on this model).
• On this model the function is the
same as the middle position.
3 Turned • Deactivation of the AMA device.
counterclockwise • This position is unstable; the
(unstable position) switch returns to the middle
position as soon as the key is
released and the AMA device
becomes active again.
Only use the AMA device
deactivation position as a
temporary measure and only when
absolutely necessary.
IMPORTANT
To insert or remove the key, the switch must be in the
clockwise-turned position.
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OPTIONS
Reversing alarm Rotating Beacon
This alarm is triggered when the reverse gear is selected Figure 143
when ignition is on.
Windscreen Grill
Figure 141
93813
A socket (DIN standard 14 620) is located on the back of

the cab roof for the rotating beacon connection.

93811
Boom Support Device
This grill protects the windscreen against falling objects or This safety device protects against the accidental lowering
obstacles. of the boom. Position it on the boom cylinder rod
[Figure 144].
It is attached with 4 rubber plugs and can be removed just
by pulling, without any tools. Figure 144
CAUTION
Remove this grill when driving the machine on public
roads.
Transmission disengaging with valve

The valve is installed in the engine compartment. It allows
the transmission to be disengaged easily by closing the
valve [Figure 142].
Figure 142
S0509
S0496
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OPTIONS
Wheel chock
The optional wheel chock is foldable and can be attached

to the back of the machine [Figure 146].
When the machine is parked on a slope, the chock is an
additional safety measure to prevent the accidental move-
ment of the machine.
Place the chock beneath the wheel [Figure 145].
Figure 145
S0434

Figure 146
S1785
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SPECIFICATIONS VR723
Contents
Dimensions and weights .................................................................................................................................................95

Dimensions ...........................................................................................................................................................95
Reach....................................................................................................................................................................95
Height....................................................................................................................................................................95
Weights .................................................................................................................................................................95
Load charts .....................................................................................................................................................................96
Engine and transmission.................................................................................................................................................97
Engine and transmission.................................................................................................................................................97

Engine turbocharger .............................................................................................................................................97
Hydrostatic transmission.......................................................................................................................................97
Mechanical transmission.......................................................................................................................................97
Steering...........................................................................................................................................................................97
Hydraulic System ............................................................................................................................................................97
Telescopic boom .............................................................................................................................................................97
Electrical System.............................................................................................................................................................98
Brakes .............................................................................................................................................................................98
Service Brake........................................................................................................................................................98
Handbrake ............................................................................................................................................................98
Emergency brake..................................................................................................................................................98
Tyres ...............................................................................................................................................................................98
Noise Level .....................................................................................................................................................................98
Capacities .......................................................................................................................................................................98
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Dimensions and weights Figure 150
Dimensions 3900
5140
4000
With DUNLOP 400/70 - 20 T37 150B tyres and rigid palle-
tiser + forks.
Figure 147
6457
5129
1200 mm
distance
1370
S0551
2523
2295
1962.9
487
Reach
364
1476 2850 803
Maximum reach from the vertical plane in front of the front

928
S0563 wheels, machine fitted with DUNLOP 400/70 - 20 T37

150B tyres.
Figure 148
Reference Value

Telescope fully retracted 1.72 m
Telescope fully extended 4.06 m
Height
Height of lift from the ground in front, machine equipped

with DUNLOP 400/70 - 20 T37 150B tyres.
Reference Value
Telescope fully retracted 5.05 m

Telescope fully extended 7.12 m
Weights
2214 S1791
Data with boom in transport position, all tanks full, with no
driver and DUNLOP 400/70 - 20 T37 150B tyres.
Figure 149
Machine Weight (Kg)
Total On front axle On rear axle
With no 6.940 2.870 4.070

attachment
With palletiser 7.250 3.330 3.920
and forks
With 3,500 kg 10.750 9.305 1.415
load
2214
S1788
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Load charts Frame Leveling System
See the chapter “LOAD CHARTS” on page 9 for the dia- The T35120L is equipped with a frame leveling system,
grams relating to machines fitted with standard and allowing lateral tilt corrections between 6 degrees right to
optional tyres. 6 degrees left. This system allows a vertical positioning of
the boom when the machine is on rough terrain.
In order to allow safe frame leveling at any boom, 2 frame-
leveling speeds are provided. When the boom is angled
above 25 degrees, the slower levelling speed is activated
automatically in order to permit safe positioning of the load.
Figure 151
SLOW
2nd speed
25°
FAST

1st speed
S1228
The frame leveling system is controlled by the CDL, cant

correction device control. For more information, refer to
“Control for the cant correction (CDL) device” on page 30.
Figure 152
S1229
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Engine and transmission Mechanical transmission
Engine turbocharger Mechanical transmission with 4 wheel drive and transfer

gear box, two axles and drive shaft between the axles.
Reference Value Reference Value
Manufacturer PERKINS Transfer box

Model 1104C-44T Manufacturer DANA
Type / cycle Diesel / 4 Model Type 603
Pressure-charging Turbo-Charger Position built into the front axle
Number and layout of cylinders 4 in line Number of gears 1
Bore x stroke / displacement 4.13” x 5.00” /
1.16 gals (4400 cm³) Reference Front axle Rear axle
Horsepower, Maximum 74.5 kW (99 HP)
Manufacturer DANA DANA
at 2200 min-1 per ISO
TR 14396 Model 603/212 - 65 222 - 51
Torque, Maximum 304 ft.-lbs. (412 Nm) Differential with limited slip 40% standard
at 1400 min-1 Gear reducer epicycloides epicycloides
per ISO TR 14396
Cooling system fluid
Fuel Diesel oil Steering
Type of injection Direct injection
Hydrostatic assisted steering with gear pump (maximum

Hydrostatic transmission operating pressure = 250 bar) and priority valve. Three
possible driving modes:
Hydrostatic transmission in reversible closed circuit with • Front wheel steering
pump and engine with variable cylinder capacity and elec-
• Four wheel steering
tronic control.
• Parallel drive (crab-style)
Reference Pump Engine
Manufacturer SAUER SUNDSTRAND SAUER SUNDSTRAND

Model 90R075 51D160
Hydraulic System
Displacement variable from 0 to 75 variable from 160 to 45
cm³ cm³ The hydraulic system is supplied by a 43 cc gear pump
Maximum operating 480 bar 480 bar
(maximum working pressure = 265 bars) and a 4 element
pressure distributor unit hydraulically and electrically controlled by
joystick.
Speed range On-site Road
With 20” tyres 7 km/h (4 mph) 25 km/h

With 24” tyres 8 km/h (4 mph) 30 km/h
Telescopic boom
Consists of 3 elements sliding into one another and driven

by a double acting cylinder in synchronisation.
Fitted at the end with a bracket to which the machine's
attachments can be fixed.
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Electrical System Noise Level
The circuit voltage is 12 V, grounded to the frame.

Reference Value
The main circuit components are: LpA 82 dB (A)
• battery 12 V, 105 Ah and 720 A LwA 106 dB (A)
• alternator 14.2 V and 70 A with built-in regulator
• starter 12 V, 2.8 KW Sound pressure level
• circuit breaker In compliance with EN 12053 standard, August 2001, the

• centralised fuse, relay and diode box level of acoustic pressure in the cab is 82 dB (A).
• hydrostatic transmission electronic control box
• ISL electronic control box Level of acoustic power
In compliance with Directive 2000/14/CE, the guaranteed

Brakes level of acoustic power of the machines sold since
01/01/2002 is 106 dB (A).
Brake discs located in the oil tank of the front axle’s central
casing. There are 6 discs in total, 3 on each side of the
differential. Capacities
Service Brake Reference Value

Control is provided by a pedal (proportional hydraulic con- Diesel engine
trol), that activates the brake pistons located in the axle. Lubrication circuit 2.3 gals (8.5 litres)
Coolant circuit 4.5 gals (17 litres)
Handbrake Hydraulic system
Complete circuit 33 gals (125 litres)

This brake is of the pressure-loss type, i.e. the discs are
Tank only 20 gals (77 litres)
tightened by springs and released by hydraulic pressure. It
is controlled by a lever and its hydraulic valve which actu- Front axle
ates the brake pistons in the axle. Central casing 1.74 gals (6.6 litres)
(for the unit)
Emergency brake Transfer box 0.21 gals (0.8 litres)

(for the unit)
The parking brake fulfils the emergency brake function. Axle planetary gear ends 0.21 gals (0.8 litres)
(for 1 gear end)
Rear axle
Tyres Central casing 1.71 gals (6.5 litres)

(for the whole assembly)
The machine is fitted with 4 identical tyres. Axle planetary gear ends 0.21 gals (0.8 litres)
(for 1 gear end)
There are four options: Fuel
Pression Fuel tank 37 gals (140 litres)

Brand Dimensions
(bar)
DUNLOP 400/70 - 20 150B 4.00 bar
(standard)
TITAN 400/70 - 20 4.00 bar
(option)
DUNLOP 400/80 - 24 153B 4.25
(option)
MITAS 15.5/80-R24 16PR 5.00 bar
(option)
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MATERIAL HANDLER WARRANTY
Ingersoll-Rand Company (“IR”) warrants to its and its affiliates' authorized
distributors, who in turn warrant to the initial user only, that each new Ingersoll-Rand
material handler sold by the distributor will be free from proven defects in material
and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the in service date to the
initial user, 1000 hours of service by the initial user, or twenty-four (24) months from
the date of delivery from the factory to the distributor, whichever occurs first.
During the warranty period, the authorized distributor shall repair or replace, at IR's
option, any part that is found upon inspection to be defective in material or
workmanship. Such part will be repaired or replaced without charge for parts and
labor to the initial user by the authorized distributor. The initial user shall provide the
authorized distributor with prompt notification of the defect and allow reasonable
time for repair or replacement. IR may require failed parts to be returned to the
factory. Transportation of the product to the authorized distributor is the

responsibility of the user. The remedies provided in this warranty are exclusive.
This warranty does not apply to failures occurring as a result of abuse, misuse,
negligent repairs, corrosion, erosion and normal wear and tear, alterations or
modifications made to the product without the express written consent of IR, or
failure to follow the recommended operating practices and maintenance procedures
as provided in the product's operating and maintenance publications. This warranty
does not cover replacement of scheduled service items such as oil, filters, and wear
items. This warranty does not apply to engines (including engine electrical
components) and tires or other accessories and equipment furnished by IR, but
manufactured by others. The initial user shall rely solely on the warranty, if any, of the
respective manufacturers thereof.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND

CONDITIONS (EXCEPT FOR THE WARRANTY OF TITLE), EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. IR
DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL IR OR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATES, SUBSIDIARIES OR
AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, LOSS OR INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS, LOST PROFITS, OR LOSS OF
MACHINE USE, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT,
NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, STATUTE OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF IR OR ANY OF
ITS AFFILIATES, SUBSIDIARIES OR AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS HAS BEEN
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF IR,
ITS AFFILIATES, SUBSIDIARIES AND AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS WITH RESPECT
TO THE PRODUCT FURNISHED HEREUNDER SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE
PRICE OF THE PRODUCT UPON WHICH SUCH LIABILITY IS BASED, EXCEPT FOR
CLAIMS FOR PERSONAL INJURY.
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RATED CAPACITY CHARTS .........................................................................................................................................15

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................................................19

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................................................47

SPECIFICATIONS VR723 ..............................................................................................................................................93

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Telescopic Handler Serial Number

Engine Serial Number

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Serial Number Locations.................................................................................................................................................. V

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Delivery Report ............................................................................................................................................................... VI

Warranty Registration ..................................................................................................................................................... VI

Identification Of The Telescopic Handler ....................................................................................................................... VII

Options and Accessories .............................................................................................................................................. VIII

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Serial Number Locations

Telescopic Handler Serial Number Other Serial Numbers

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Engine Serial Number

The engine serial number is etched on a plate located

Delivery Report Warranty Registration

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Identification Of The Telescopic Handler

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VII I-R VR-723

Options and Accessories

The VR638 Telescopic Handlers Have The Following Options

Below is a list of equipment available from your dealer as

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General Safety Information ...............................................................................................................................................3

Safety Information In This Manual ....................................................................................................................................4

Operator Protection Equipment.........................................................................................................................................4

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Safety Instructions For Maintenance.................................................................................................................................8

Safety Instructions For Transporting And Hauling ............................................................................................................9

Safety Related Decals.....................................................................................................................................................10

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General Safety Information

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Safety Information In This Manual Operator Protection Equipment

ROPS (Rollover Protective Structure)

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation

CAUTION Seat Belt

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NOTICE LORS™ (Lateral Operator Restraint System)

Boom Safety Stop

Safety Instructions For Operation

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Load Handling DO NOT leave the machine unattended with a suspended