B50D 6 X 6 AND B50D 6X6 SS

ARTICULATED DUMP TRUCK

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Document Part Number 872101.01
 TO THE OPERATOR
Do not operate the machine unless you have read this manual and fully understand how to operate the
machine properly.

The safe operation of your BELL EQUIPMENT machines very important to prevent any personal injury
and/ or damage. This manual must be read and fully understood before operating or carrying out any
maintenance on your BELL EQUIPMENT machine.

SAFETY SYMBOL

The following safety symbol is used for all safety messages. When you see the safety symbol, follow the
safety message to avoid personal injury or death.

WARNINGS and CAUTIONS must be read, fully understood and followed, before carrying out the action
or maintenance procedure concerned.

WARNINGS and CAUTIONS are always placed before any action or maintenance procedure where
personal injury and/or damage to the machine could occur if that action or maintenance procedure is not
carried out correctly.

‹ WARNING AND CAUTION SYMBOL

Throughout this manual the word WARNING is used to alert the operator and others of the risk of
personal injury during the operation of the equipment. CAUTION indicates the possible damage to the
machine. NOTE highlights information of special interest.

‹ 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.
 B50D 6X6 ADT
&
B50D 6X6 SINGLE SPEED
ARTICULATED DUMP TRUCK
OPERATOR’S MANUAL

THIS MANUAL IS APPLICABLE TO

B50D 6X6 ADT
B50D 6X6 ADT SS

Document Part Number 872101.01

Revision:1
(Revised: March 2005)
Technical Documentation
BELL EQUIPMENT COMPANY
Richards Bay
IMPORTANT

Due to BELL EQUIPMENT’S policy of continuous product improvement, the information contained in this
manual was correct up to the time of printing (Revised date of manual). Any changes after this date will
only be included in the next update of this manual.

The illustrations in this manual are pictorial and not necessarily true representations of components.
Photographs and illustrations may show optional equipment.
B50D 6X6 ADT & B50D 6X6 ADT SS AMENDMENT 872101.01

The table below is a record of amendments made to this manual after the publication date.

Amendment Record Sheet

Page No’s. Page amended/
Amendment Date
Replaced Pages Inserted By

Tyre size wrong in manual 47 19/08/05 J.P. Mienie

Ref. To “Two Speed” on Pg. 99 99 19/08/05 J.P. Mienie

missing

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INTRODUCTION

‹WARNING
All specifications in this manual apply to a standard machine as supplied by the factory and any
modifications done to the machine such as greedy boards, etc. will result in different
specifications and we as OEM cannot take responsibility for this.

Read this manual carefully for it has been produced to assist you in the correct operation, maintenance
and care of your BELL EQUIPMENT machine. Failure to do so could result in personnel injury or
equipment damage.

This manual should be considered a permanent part of your machine and should remain with the
machine when you sell it.

Right and left hand sides are determined by facing in the direction of forward travel.

Write product identification numbers (P.I.N.), Vehicle Identification Number (V.I.N.) and serial Number in
Chapter 9. Accurately record all the numbers to help in tracing the machine should it be stolen. Your
dealer also needs these numbers when you order parts. File the identification numbers in a secure place
off the machine.

Warranty is provided as part of BELL EQUIPMENT’S support program for customers who operate and
maintain their equipment as described in this manual. The warranty is explained on the warranty
certificate which you should have received from your dealer.

Should the equipment be abused, or modified to change its performance beyond the original factory
specifications, the warranty will become void and field improvements may be denied.

This manual is divided into chapters. The information contained in the manual is in logical sequence, with
the instructions written in step by step format.

Effective maintenance on your BELL EQUIPMENT machine is achieved when personnel fully understand
the information contained in this manual.

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this manual was correct at the
time of publication. BELL EQUIPMENT Co. has a policy of continuous product development,
improvement, and design. BELL EQUIPMENT Co. reserves the right to change, amend and update the
design of its product at any time without prior notice. With this policy, changes may have occurred that
are not included in this manual.

Whilst every endeavour has been made to provide accurate and reliable information, BELL EQUIPMENT
Co. specifically disclaims any actual or implied warranty and under no circumstances shall be liable for
any loss, damage or injury to person or property suffered, whether direct, indirect or consequential,
arising from the use of this manual. In particular and without detracting from above, the disclaimer also
applies in the event of any specification, warning, or representation contained in this manual being
inadequate, inaccurate, or unintentionally misleading.

The user is urged to strictly comply with the instructions and warnings that are given in the interests of
general safety. Please do not hesitate to contact your BELL EQUIPMENT Product Support
Representative whenever you have a query on your BELL EQUIPMENT product or this manual.

The following address list was correct at 2 May 2001.

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GROUP OPERATIONS LISTING

RICHARDS BAY (HEAD OFFICE)

Carbonate Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: (035) 907 9111 . . . . . . . . . . . Private Bag X2004
Alton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: (035) 907 4323 . . . . . . . . . . . EMPANGENI
RICHARDS BAY . . . . . . . . . . . Web site: www.bellequipment.com . . . 3880
3900

LOCATION OF OPERATIONS

EUROPEAN REGION

FRANCE

Bell France Sarl

Z.A. Route díArgenton-sur-Creuse . . Tel: +33 55589 2356

23800 Dun-Le-Palestel . . . . . . . . Fax: + 33 55589 2324
FRANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected]

GERMANY

Bell Equipment (Deutschland) GmbH

Am Ringofen 24 / 14B . . . . . . . . Tel: +49 - 6631 911 30

D-36304 Alsfeld . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: +49 - 6631 911 313
GERMANY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected]

UNITED KINGDOM

Bell Equipment U.K.

Unit 6C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: +44 1283 712862 (Direct)

Graycar Business Park . . . . . . . . Tel: +44 1283 716777 (Parts Direct)
Barton Turns . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: +44 1283 712687
Barton-under-Needwood . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] (General)
Burton-on-Trent . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] (Sales)
DE13 8EN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] (Customer Support)
UNITED KINGDOM . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] (Parts)

NORTH AMERICA

UNITED STATES

Bell Equipment North America Inc.

2843 HWY 80 . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: +1 912 966 2615

Garden City . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: +1 912 964 1594
GEORGIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected]
GA 31408
USA

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SOUTHERN AFRICA REGION

CAPE REGION

CAPE TOWN

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

Milan Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 021 386 2252 . . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 162

Airport Industria . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 021 386 2260. . . . . . . . . . . . EPPINGDUST
CAPE TOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected]. . . . . . . . . 7475
7525

EAST LONDON

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

25 Ray Craib Crescent . . . . . . . . Tel: 043 748 6622 . . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 3443
Beacon Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 043 748 6624. . . . . . . . . . . . PORT ELIZABETH
EAST LONDON . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . . 6001
5200

GEORGE

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

Pioneer Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 044 878 0930/1 . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 1697

Pacaltsdorp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 044 878 0932. . . . . . . . . . . . GEORGE
GEORGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . . . . 6530
6534

PORT ELIZABETH

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

349 Kempston Road . . . . . . . . . Tel: 041 451 3202 . . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 3443
Korste, Port Elizabeth . . . . . . . . Fax: 041 451 3208. . . . . . . . . . . . NORTH END
6056 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . . . . 6056

SPRINGBOK

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

Drive Inn Road . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 027 712 1124/30 . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 618
Industrial Park . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 027 718 1314. . . . . . . . . . . . SPRINGBOK
SPRINGBOK . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . 8240
8240

WINDHOEK

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

37 LazaretT Street . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 264 61-22 6021/2/3 . . . . . . . . . Private Bag 12018

Ausspann Platz. . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 264 61-22 8330. . . . . . . . . . . Auspann Platz
WINDHOEK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WINDHOEK
NAMIBIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NAMIBIA

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CENTRAL REGION

BLOEMFONTEIN

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

109 Fritz Stockenstrom Street . . . . Tel: 051 432 7855 . . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 1878
Ooseinde . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 051 432 3740. . . . . . . . . . . . BLOEMFONTEIN
BLOEMFONTEIN . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . . . 9300
9300

GAUTENG

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

Bell Jet Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 011 928 9700 to 22 . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 25391
Griffiths Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 011 928 9730. . . . . . . . . . . . EAST RAND
JET PARK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . . 1462
1459 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected]

KIMBERLEY

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

26 South Circular . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 053 832 1078/9 . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 2927

KIMBERLEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 053 832 1135. . . . . . . . . . . . KIMBERLEY
8300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . . . . 8300

KURUMAN

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

8 Acacia Street . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 053 712 0698 . . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 1396

KURUMAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 053 712 0697. . . . . . . . . . . . KURUMAN
8460 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . . . . 8460

SWAZILAND

Bell Equipment Swaziland

Shop No. 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: +268 - 51 - 87 496/7 . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 134

Second Street . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: +268 - 51 - 87 498 . . . . . . . . . Matsapha
Matsapha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SWAZILAND
SWAZILAND

MIDDELBURG

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

9 Celcius Street . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 013 246 1169 . . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 2821

Building B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 013 246 1229. . . . . . . . . . . . MIDDELBURG
Industrial Area . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . 1050
MIDDELBURG
1050

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NELSPRUIT

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

3 Christie Crescent . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 013 755 2110/6 . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 1672

Vintonia 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 013 755 2117. . . . . . . . . . . . NELSPRUIT
NELSPRUIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . . . 1200
1200

RUSTENBURG

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

16 Vanadium Street . . . . . . . . . Tel: 014 538 1003/4 . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 3701

Border Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 014 538 1005. . . . . . . . . . . . RUSTENBURG
RUSTENBURG. . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . 0300
0300

TZANEEN

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

8 Impala Street . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 015 307 4812 . . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 2102

Industrial Sites . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 015 307 3095. . . . . . . . . . . . TZANEEN
TZANEEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . . . . . 0850
0850

WOLMARANSSTAD

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

80 Kruger Street . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 018 596 2319 . . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 587

WOLMARANSSTAD . . . . . . . . . Fax: 018 596 2855. . . . . . . . . . . . WOLMARANSSTAD
2630 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2630

COASTAL REGION

EMPANGENI

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

No.1 Irvine Bell Drive . . . . . . . . . Tel: 035 792 6517 . . . . . . . . . . . . Private Bag X20046
Old Mill Industrial . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 035 792 6516. . . . . . . . . . . . EMPANGENI RAIL
EMPANGENI . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . . . 3910
3880

PIET RETIEF

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

14 Smith Street . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 017 826 1523 . . . . . . . . . . . . c/o P.O.Box 1221

PIET RETIEF . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 017 826 1580. . . . . . . . . . . . VRYHEID
2380 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3100

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PIETERMARITZBURG

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

7 Van Eck Place . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 033 386 9319 . . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 100436
MKONDENI . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 033 386 1837. . . . . . . . . . . . SCOTTSVILLE
3201 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . . . . 3209

PONGOLA

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

Akasia Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 034 413 1720 . . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 681

PONGOLA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 034 413 1735. . . . . . . . . . . . PONGOLA
3170 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3170

PORT SHEPSTONE

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

Shop 5 Industrial Park . . . . . . . . Tel: 039 685 4124 . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 560
Cnr. Main Harding and Izotsha Road Fax: 039 685 5155. . . . . . . . . . . PORT SHEPSTONE
PORT SHEPSTONE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4240
4240

RICHARDS BAY (Training Centre)

Carbonate Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: (035) 907 9111 . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box X20046

Alton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: (035) 797 3196 . . . . . . . . . . . EMPANGENI
RICHARDS BAY . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . . 3880
3900

UMHLALI

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

Lot 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 032 947 0696 / 947 1637 . . . . . . P.O. Box 39
Shakas Head Industrial Park . . . . . Fax: 032 947 2141. . . . . . . . . . . . UMHLALI
Shakas Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4390
UMHLALI
4390

VRYHEID

Bell Equipment Co SA (Pty.) Ltd.

Bloekom Street . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 034 981 5541 . . . . . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 1221

VRYHEID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: 034 980 9752. . . . . . . . . . . . Ausspann Platz
3100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3100

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NORTHERN REGIONS

MALAWI

Bell Equipment (Malawi) Ltd.

10/338 Mtendere Street . . . . . . . Tel: +265 78 3293

Area 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: +265 78 3293
Lilongwe
MALAWI

MOZAMBIQUE

Bell Equipment (Mozambique) LTD

Avenida da Oau 121 . . . . . . . . . Tel: +258 - 1 - 403 137/403 706 . . . . . Caixa Postal 2510
Maputo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: +258 - 1 - 401 949 . . . . . . . . . Maputo
MOZAMBIQUE . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] MOZAMBIQUE
Contact: Eddy Fischer . . . . . . . . Cell: +258-1-(0)82301894

ZAMBIA

Bell Equipment (Zambia) Ltd.

Plot 4675 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: +260 221 8113/121/123. . . . . . . P.O. Box 20367

Kitwe Chingola Road . . . . . . . . . Fax: +260 221 3516 . . . . . . . . . . . Kitwe
Kitwe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail: [email protected] . . . . . . . . . ZAMBIA
ZAMBIA

ZIMBABWE

Bell Equipment (Zimbabwe) Ltd.

16 Erith Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: +263 4 661 048/061. . . . . . . . . P.O. Box 2980

Willowvale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax: +263 4 621 026. . . . . . . . . . . Harare
ZIMBABWE . . . . . . . . . . . . . e-mail:[email protected]. . . ZIMBABWE

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DEALER
Please Supply Your Dealer Details Here:

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ABBREVIATION LIST
The table below lists the abbreviations used in this manual:

Abbreviation Meaning Abbreviation Meaning

ºC degrees Celsius Nm Newton metre

ºF degrees Fahrenheit psi pounds per square inch

A ampere PTO Power Take-Off

ADT Articulated Dump Truck R Reverse

Ah ampere hours r.p.m. revolutions per minute

CB circuit breaker ROPS Roll Over Protective

Structure
d diagnostic
SMR Service Meter Reading
D drive
SS Single Speed
DNS Do Not Shift
USGAL United States Gallon
ECU Electronic Control Unit
V Volt
FOPS Falling Objects Protective
Structure yd³ cubic yard

ft foot (feet) OBW On Board Weighing

ft lb foot pound

HP Horsepower

ISO International Standards

Organisation

kg kilogram

km kilometre

km/hr kilometres per hour

kPa kilo pascal

kW kilowatt

lb pound

LCD Liquid Crystal Display

LED Light Emitting Diode

m³ cubic metre

N Neutral

m.p.h. miles per hour

MSDS Material Safety Data

Sheet

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SAFETY

SPECIFICATION
This machine complies to the CE Specification.

SAFETY FEATURES

3 2 1 14 16 15 12 11

6 7 8 13 9 10
50D0004CV

1. ROPS/FOPS Cab Protection. 7. Articulation locking Bar.

The Roll Over Protective Structure has been 8. Secondary Steering.
certified to meet specified test requirements
according to SAE J1040 and ISO 3471. The Ground driven, continuously in operation.
Falling Objects Structure has been certified Secondary steering indicator light will light
to meet specified test requirements when activated.
according to SAE J/ISO 3449 and ISO 9. Horn.
3449.
10. Halogen Lights and Turn Signals.
2. Cab with Heater/Defroster.
Positive pressure ventilation system 11. Engine Fan Guard.
circulates both outside and inside air
12. Bypass Start Protection.
through filters for a clean working
environment. Built in defroster vents direct 13. Exhaust Brake and Transmission
air flow for effective window Retarder (If Equipped).
de-fogging/de-icing.
14. Safety Belt Retractors.
3. Dump Body Service Lock.
15. Mirrors.
4. Stop/Back lights. Highly visible lights.
16. Large Windshield Wiper With Washer.
5. Backup Alarm.
6. Independent Parking Brake.

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS (MSDS)

The Federal Occupational, Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200 and in
some cases, State and Local Right-to-Know laws, may require that specific MSDS be available to the
employees prior to operating this equipment. This may include information on substances contained in
this equipment such as antifreeze, engine oil, battery acid, hydraulic fluid and freon (if equipped with an
air conditioner).

To ensure a prompt response, please be sure to include your return address and ZIP (postal) code, along
with the model, serial number and/or VIN number of your machine.

UNAUTHORISED MODIFICATIONS OF THE ROLL OVER PROTECTIVE

STRUCTURE (ROPS) AND THE FALLING OBJECTS PROTECTIVE
STRUCTURE (FOPS)
Do not make unauthorised modifications or alterations to the ROPS and FOPS such as: welding on
extinguisher brackets, CB aerial brackets, fire suppression systems etc. Unauthorised modifications will
affect the structural limits of the ROPS and FOPS and will void the certification (and increase the risk of
an adverse safety incident.)

The Roll Over Protective Structure has been certified to meet specified test requirements according to
SAE J1040 and ISO 3471. The Falling Objects Protective Structure has been certified to meet specified
test requirements according to SAE J/ISO 3449 and ISO 3449, Level II.

Any planned modification or change must be reviewed in advance by the BELL EQUIPMENT
Engineering Department to determine if the modification or change can be made within the limits of the
certifying tests. It is important that each person in your organisation, including management, be made
fully aware of these rules involving ROPS and FOPS. Whenever anyone sees unauthorised modifications
or changes to a machine’s ROPS or FOPS both the customer and manufacturer must be notified in
writing. The protection offered by ROPS or FOPS will be impaired if they are subjected to structural
damage, is involved in an overturn incident, or is altered in any way and as such ROPS or FOPS must be
replaced, not reused.

LOOSENING OR REMOVAL OF THE ROLL OVER PROTECTIVE

STRUCTURE (ROPS) AND THE FALLING OBJECTS PROTECTIVE
STRUCTURE (FOPS)
Make sure that all parts are installed correctly if the ROPS or FOPS is loosened or removed for any
reason. Once the mounting bolt and nut assembly has been removed or loosened it must be replaced
with new parts as specified in the parts manual. Tighten the mounting bolts to the correct torque
specification as specified in the parts manual. Failure to comply could compromise product safety and
increase the risk to safety. A damaged ROPS or FOPS must be replaced, not reused.

NOISE EMISSION LEVELS

The sound pressure was tested according to ISO 6394 (SAE J/ISO 6394) and the sound power was
tested according to ISO 6393 (SAE J 2102).\plain \par

GENERAL SAFETY
Be sure all operators of this machine understand every safety message. Replace operator’s manual and
safety decals immediately if missing or damaged.

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SAFETY REGULATION Operate Only On Solid Footing

Operate only on solid footing with strength

Every country (State) has its own safety sufficient to support machine. Be alert working
regulations. It is the obligation of the operator to near embankments, excavations and with bin
know and follow these. This also applies to local raised. Avoid working on surfaces that could
regulations covering different types of work. collapse under machine.
Should the recommendations in this manual
deviate from those of your country, your local Use caution when backing up to berms before
safety regulations should be followed. dumping load.

Mounting And Dismounting The Keep Riders Off the Machine

Machine

Always use the handrails and steps provided to

get on and off the machine. Use both hands and
face the machine. Never get on or off a moving
machine. Never jump off the machine. Use a
hand line to pull equipment up onto the platform,
do not climb on or off the machine carrying tools
or supplies.
GD0015CFM

Use extra care when mud, snow, or moisture

present slippery conditions. Keep steps clean Do not allow unauthorised personnel on the
and free of grease, oil and foreign objects. machine.

Avoid Work Site Hazards Prepare for Emergencies

GD0017CFM

Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguishers handy

and know how to use them. Inspect and have
your extinguisher serviced as recommended on
its instruction plate. Keep emergency numbers
for doctors, ambulance service, hospital and fire
department near your telephone.

GD0014CFM

Avoid Overhead Power Lines

Never move any part of the machine within 3 m

(10 ft) plus twice the line insulator length, as
serious injury or death may result.

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Avoid Backing Over Accidents If uncertain about safe handling or use of these
chemical products, contact your authorized
dealer for a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).

GD0016CFM

Make sure all persons are clear of machine path

before moving the machine. Where conditions
permit, raise bin for better visibility to the rear.
Use mirrors to assist in checking all round
machine.

Keep windows, mirrors and backup alarm clean

and in good condition.

Use a signal person when backing if view is

obstructed and/or in close quarters. Keep signal
person in view at all times.

Use prearranged hand signals to communicate.

Handle Chemical Products And Flammable

Fluids Safety
GD0018CFM

Exposure to hazardous chemicals can cause

serious injury. Under certain conditions, Handle fuel with care, as it is highly flammable.
lubricants, coolants, paints and adhesives used Do not smoke or go near an open flame or
with this machine may be hazardous. sparks while refuelling. Always stop the engine
before refuelling the machine and fill the fuel tank
outdoors.

Keep all fuels and lubricants in properly marked

containers and away from all unauthorised
persons. Do not smoke in the storage areas.

Store oily rags and other flammable material in a

protective container, in a safe place.

Do not weld or flame cut pipes or tubes that have

contained flammable fluids. Clean them
thoroughly with nonflammable solvent before
welding or flame cutting them.

Starting fluid is highly flammable. Keep all sparks

and flames away when using it. To prevent
accidental discharge when storing the
pressurised can, keep the cap on the can and
store it in a cool protected place. Do not burn or
puncture a starting fluid container.

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Clean the Machine Regularly If you spill acid on yourself:

Wait until the engine has cooled before removing • Flush your skin with water.
trash from areas such as the engine, radiator, • Apply baking soda or lime to help neutralise
batteries, hydraulic lines, fuel tank and operators the acid.
cab. Remove any grease, oil or debris build-up. • Flush your eyes with water for 10 - 15 minutes
Keep the machine, especially the walkways and
and get medical attention immediately.
steps, free of foreign material, such as debris, oil,
tools and other items which are not part of the If acid is swallowed:
machine.
• Drink large amounts of water or milk.
Prevent Battery Explosions and Acid Burns
• Then drink milk of magnesia, beaten eggs, or
vegetable oil.
• Get medical attention immediately.
Wear Protective Equipment

GD0019CFM

The standard battery supplied with the machine GD0013CFM

is a sealed type that does not need maintenance.
Wear a hard hat, protective glasses and other
Keep sparks and flames away from the batteries. protective equipment as required by the job
conditions. Do not wear loose clothing or
If a non-sealed battery is subsequently installed, jewellery that can catch on controls or other parts
keep sparks and flames away from the batteries. of the machine.
Use a flashlight to check the battery electrolyte
level. Use a voltmeter or hydrometer to check When you drive connecting pins in or out, guard
battery charge. Never place a metal object against injury from flying pieces of debris by
across the posts. Always remove the grounded wearing goggles or protective glasses. Prolonged
(Negative -) battery clamp first and replace it last. exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or
loss of hearing. Wear a suitable hearing
Do not smoke in areas where batteries are being protective device such as earmuffs or earplugs.
charged. Wear gloves when handling wire rope cable.

Sulphuric acid in battery electrolyte is poisonous Use the Seat Belt

and is strong enough to burn skin, eat holes in
clothing and cause blindness if splashed into the Use a seat belt at all times to minimise the
eyes. chance of injury in an accident.

Avoid the hazard by: The seat belt must not be altered or modified in
any way. Such changes can render the belt
• Filling the batteries in a well ventilated area. ineffective and unsafe.
• Wearing eye protection and rubber gloves.
The seat belt is designed and intended for the
• Avoid breathing fumes when electrolyte is seat’s occupant to be of adult build and for one
added.
occupant of the seat only.
• Avoid spilling or dripping electrolyte.

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Avoid High Pressure Fluids If a solvent or paint stripper is used, wash surface
with soap and water. Remove solvent or paint
Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the containers before welding and allow at least 15
skin causing serious injury. Relieve the pressure minutes before welding or heating.
before disconnecting hydraulic or other lines.
Tighten all connections before applying pressure. Dispose of Waste Properly
Keep hands and body away from pinholes and
nozzles which eject fluids under high pressure. Improper disposal of waste can threaten the
Use a piece of cardboard or paper to search for environment. Fuel, oils, coolants, filters and
leaks. batteries used with this machine may be harmful
if not disposed of properly.
If any fluid is injected into the skin it must be
surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor Never pour waste onto the ground, down a drain
who is familiar with this type of injury or gangrene or into any water source.
may result.
Air conditioning refrigerants can damage the
Stay Clear Of Moving Parts atmosphere. Government regulations may
require using a certified service centre to recover
Entanglements in moving parts can cause and recycle used refrigerants.
serious injury.
If uncertain about the safe disposal of waste,
Stop engine before examining, adjusting or contact your local environmental centre or your
maintaining any part of the machine with moving dealer for more information.
parts.
Start Only From Operator’s Seat
Keep guards and shields in place. Replace any
guard or shield that has been removed for access ‹ WARNING
as soon as service or repair is complete.
Never turn the ignition switch On and
Beware of Toxic Fumes immediately OFF again. This will reset the
cranking time and damage to the starter
motor can occur.

GD0020CFM

Prevent asphyxiation. Engine exhaust fumes can

cause sickness or death.

Operate only in well ventilated indoor areas.

Avoid hazardous fumes by first removing paint on
painted surfaces before welding.
GD0022CFM

Wear an approved respirator when sanding or

grinding painted surfaces. Avoid unexpected machine movement. Start
engine only while sitting in operator’s seat.
Ensure all controls and working tools are in
proper position for a parked machine.

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Never attempt to start engine from the ground. Welding Repairs

Do not attempt to start engine by shorting across
the starter solenoid terminals. NOTE: Disable electrical power before
welding. Turn off main battery switch or
Lower bin during work interruptions, apply park disconnect positive battery cable. Separate
brake and be careful not to accidentally actuate harness connectors to engine, alternator and
controls when co-workers are present. vehicle microprocessors.

Operating The Machine

Avoid Tip Over

Use safety belt at all times. Do not jump from

machine if it tips.

Use extra care when bin is raised. Machine

stability is greatly reduced when bin is raised.
Drive slowly, avoid sharp turns and uneven
ground.
GD0021CFM
Do not over load the machine.

Before operating machine after it has tipped, Avoid welding near fluid lines. Do not let heat go
carefully inspect all hydraulic and electrical lines. beyond work area near fluid lines.

Operating on Slopes Remove paint properly. Wear eye protection and

protective equipment when welding.

Do not inhale dust or fumes.

GD0023CFM

Avoid side slope travel whenever possible.

Check service brakes frequently when operating

on slopes.

The maximum slope will be limited by the ground

conditions.

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Tyre Information

Welding or heating of the rim components, external fire or excessive use of brakes can cause overheating
of the tyres, which could cause a tyre explosion.

This explosion can propel the tyre, rim and final drive components approximately 500 metres (1 640ft)
from the machine, which may cause personal injury or death and/or property damage.

If the tyre is overheating and could explode, do not approach it within the area represented by the shaded
area in the drawing, until it has cooled.

Stand behind the tread and use a self attaching chuck with extension hose to inflate the tyres. Use a
safety cage if available. Do not stand over the tyre.

15 m
(49'3")

Use a safety cage if available

Do not stand over the tyre, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose
500 m
(1 640 ft)
GC0002FM

NOTE: It is recommended that only trained personnel service and change tyres and rims.

Inspect and Maintain ROPS

A damages roll-over protective structure (ROPS) should be replaced, not reused.

If the ROPS was loosened or removed for any reason, inspect it carefully before operating the machine
again.

To Maintain the ROPS:

• Replace missing hardware using correct grade hardware.

• Check hardware torque.
• Check isolation mounts for damage, looseness or wear; Replace if necessary.
• Check ROPS for cracks or physical damaged.
Drive Metal Pins

Always wear protective goggles or safety glasses and other safety equipment.

Use soft hammer or a brass bar between hammer and object to prevent chipping.

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SAFETY DECALS
There are several safety decals on your BELL EQUIPMENT machine. Their exact location and
description of the hazard are reviewed in this section. Please take the time to familiarise yourself with
these safety decals.

Keep the decals clean by using a soft cloth, water, and soap. Do not use solvent, gasoline, etc. You must
replace a decal if it is damaged, missing or cannot be read. If a decal is on a part that is replaced, ensure
a new decal is installed on the replacement part. Contact your BELL EQUIPMENT Representative for
new decals.

CAUTION CAUTION
BEFORE WELDING ON THIS UNIT:
To avoid control circuit damage:
This instructional seat has been provided only 1. Turn the electrical disconnect
switch to “OFF”.
for training operators or to diagnose machine 2. Make sure the vehicle ground straps
are properly installed.
problems. Keep all other riders off this 3. The welding ground clamp must
have a good connection to the
machine structure and close to the
machine. Always wear your seat belt. point of weld.
207339-aFM 4. Attach welding ground clamp directly
to structure before welding.

Located inside the cab Located on the

on the rear panel silencer heat
shield
CAUTION WARNING
AVOID DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY
*READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING
*THIS MACHINE.
Torque all wheel
*OPERATE ONLY FROM THE OPERATOR’S SEAT. nuts to 650 N.m
*BEFORE LEAVING SEAT: LOWER BODY TO FRAME REST. [480 LB.FT.] after
PLACE TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL. the first 5 hours
APPLY PARK BRAKE. and then again
STOP ENGINE (TURN KEY SWITCH TO OFF). after 50 hours.
*DO NOT PERMIT RIDERS. Repeat this
*AVOID CONTACT WITH OVERHEAD OBSTACLES WHEN OPERATING OR
procedure if
*HAULING THE TRUCK.
*USE EXTRA CARE TO AVOID TIP-OVER WHEN DUMPER BODY IS RAISED.
wheels are
207307FM changed.
207295FM

Located inside the cab

on the roof panel Located on the
silencer heat
shield

WARNING

AVOID SERIOUS
INJURY
Block wheels to
prevent machine
movement before
deactivating park
brake for towing.
207338FM

Located inside
WARNING
SPRING UNDER
the cab next
PRESSURE to the park brake
Read the manual
before carrying out
maintenance in this
area
WARNING 207350FM

COMPRESSED AIR
RESERVOIR Located on the inside of the rear chassis
Avoid injury, drain
completely before carrying
out maintenance. WARNING
Typical working pressure: Ensure that the cab
800 kPa (116 PSI).
207349-AFM support is properly
engaged before
carrying out any
Located on the air reservoir maintenance in this
area. 207383FM

WARNING Located on the chassis

WARNING underneeth the cab
HIGH PRESSURE
HYDRAULICS
See manual for correct
AVOID INJURY
maintenance procedure. Ensure propshaft
Typical working guards are in
pressure: 8000 kPa place at all times
(1160 PSI). 207329FM
207330FM

Located inside the battery box Located on the inside of the front chassis GD0024CFM

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Located inside WARNING DANGER Located inside WARNING

WARNING the cab on the Serious injury or the cab on the
death can result
Any alteration, modification, rear pillar from contact with rear pillar
repair, structural damage or electric lines.
an overturn reduces this Never move any
structure’s protective part of unit or load
capabilities and invalidates
this certification. Consult IMPORTANT Avoid crushing
closer than:
3m[10FT] plus twice
the manufacturer to
Do not jump the line insulator
determine this structure’s
limitations.
EMERGENCY EXIT if machine tips length to an
Use tool to break window
electric line. STAY CLEAR
ROLLOVER (ROPS) AND USE
FALLING OBJECT (FOPS) SEAT OPERATOR MAY
PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE BELT REVERSE
CERTIFICATION
207192FM
MACHINE.
Performance certified at 207337FM

date of manufacture to: 207411FM

207191FM

ROPS:
SAE J 1040: 1994 Located inside Located on the rear
ISO 3471: 1994
the cab on the of the machine & on
FOPS:
SAE J/ISO 3449: 1998
right hand side the sides of the machine
ISO 3449: 1998 window
PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE
PART NUMBERS:
206308, 207916

CERTIFIED PRIME MOVER DANGER

MASS:
13700 Kg (30203 Lbs.)
To avoid injury or
death, install bin
CERTIFIED ARTICULATED support pole before
DUMP TRUCK MODELS: carrying out any
B40D, 400D, AH400D, maintenance in
B35D, 350D, AH350D. this area 207351FM

BELL EQUIPMENT C0. S.A.

(PTY) LTD Located on both sides of
RICHARDS BAY
SOUTH AFRICA the rear chassis
207417-AFM

Located inside the cab WARNING

Crushing injury may result in
hinge area if machine is turned.
Make sure people are clear of
machine before starting engine
or moving steering wheel.
Attach locking bar before
performing service near center
of machine or transporting on
a truck.
207336FM

Located on both sides of

the articulation joint
WARNING
AVOID INJURY IMPORTANT Located inside
Keep clear Neutral to forward or reverse
of rotating shifts are automatically prevented the cab next to
fan blades at high engine speeds. Reduce
207331FM engine speed to below 900 rpm
the gear shift
to allow neutral to forward or control
reverse shift.
Located in the engine 207385-AFM

compartment on the
fan cowling DANGER
Start only from
IMPORTANT
WARNING seat in park or
Raising:
CAB TILT PROCEDURE

PRESSURISED GAS neutral. 1.Park truck on level ground with body lowered. Engage
park brake.
Avoid injury from escaping Starting in gear 2.Turn ignition switch off. Turn battery disconnect switch off.
3.Remove 2 retaining bolts per left hand side rubber cab
fluid. Refer to manual for kills. mounting.

correct removal, installation

207408FM 4.Close cab and right hand side external compartment
doors. Mirrors to be in normal operating position.
5.Insert tilt pump lever into the pump.
Located in the engine
and maintenance procedure.
Typical working pressure:
Located on the starter
6.Put directional valve lever in “Cab Raise” position.
7.Pump until cab is tilted to the up position.
8.Slowly rotate directional valve clockwise towards “Cab
compartment on the
4800 kPa (700 PSI).
207340FM
Lower” position while pressing the strut handle towards
the engine compartment.
9.Ensure the cab support sliding bolt is properly locked into
cab tilt pump
the slot notch profile.
10.Place tilt pump lever in “Cab Raise” position.
Lowering:

Located on the suspension 1.Ensure the cab area is free of obstacles.

2.Directional valve lever to be in “Cab Raise” position.
3.Ensure conditions apply as per 4 above.

cylinders 4.Pump cab upward until peg has disengaged from

support strut slot.
5.Slowly rotate directional valve lever clockwise, while
pulling strut handle away from engine compartment,
lowering cab until properly seated.
6.Install and torque new locking bolts. Refer to operator
manual and parts manual for correct fastener and torque
specifications.
7.Ensure directional valve lever is in “Cab Lower” position.
207382-BFM
GD0025CFM

207321FM

Located on the left and right side on the bin top

channel of the B50 6X6 ADT & B50D 6X6 ADT
SS.

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HOT

DO NOT
OPERATE COLD
THIS TAG MUST ONLY BE
REMOVED BY THE PERSON
SERVICING THE MACHINE.

HYDRAULIC
OIL
LEVEL
PART No. 870050

208320FM

Located inside the PM pack wallet. Located on the hydraulic tank next to level sight
glass.

INFORMATION
50 TON ARTICULATED DUMP TRUCK
FRONT MIDDLE REAR
MAKE MODEL SIZE kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI
GOOD YEAR GP-4D 203B 875/65R29 300 44 400 58 400 58

MICHELIN XAD65-1 203B 875/65R29 275 40 350 51 350 51

208642CV

208643FM
Located on the left and right side of the bonnet.

Located on the left hand side of the machine on

the silencer heat shield.

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WARNING
% HIGH MAXIMUM SPEED
29% 1-H 7.8km/h 4.9Mph
17% 2-H 15.7km/h 9.8Mph
50 Ton
13% 3-H 23.5km/h 14.7Mph
ADT
9% 4-H 35.3km/h 22.1Mph
8% 5-H 47.1km/h 29.4Mph
7% 6-H 51.0km/h 31.9Mph
% LOW MAXIMUM SPEED
This decal applies to 50 ton ADT's
with a fully laden gross vehicle 40% 1-L 5.8km/h 3.6Mph
mass of 81553kg (179794lb), with 22% 2-L 11.5km/h 7.2Mph
the exhaust brake and EVB fully
functional, the transmission 17% 3-L 17.3km/h 10.8Mph
retarder lever in maximum 12% 4-L 25.9km/h 16.2Mph
position, and with the
10% 5-L 34.6km/h 21.6Mph
transmission locked in the
specified gear. 9% 6-L 37.4km/h 23.4Mph
208644B-FM

Located on the windscreen.

207310FM

Located at the rear lifting points.

207290FM

Located on the front chassis front plate.

R134a
207409-AFM Refrigerant
Located in the cab, at the tip lever.
PAG
Lubricant
207381FM

Located inside the evaporator compartment on

the right hand side of the cab.

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20 Amp - 20 Amp -
*Purging *12V
Units
*Fuel Filter
*Coolant Level
Switch

60 Amp -
*Ignition

207304FM

Located on the front plate of the rear chassis.

207312FM
Spare Solenoid

Located on the front of the bonnet.

(OFF)

Ignition Solenoid

P
P
(ON) 207412 218649FM

207412-BFM

Located inside the cab next to the park brake. Located inside the battery box.

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0 12%
1 12%
2 24%
3 38%
4 55%
5 75%
6 100% 208756FM

207416-AFM
Located on the left side of the bonnet of the
B50D 6X6 ADT & B50D 6X6 ADT SS.
Located inside the cab next to the retarder lever.

207311FM

Bell Logo located on the left- and right hand side ON

of the cab.

BATTERY DISCONNECT
218622

OFF

218622-AFM

Located on the battery disconnect switch inside

the battery box.

208755FM

Located on the right side of the bonnet of the

B50D 6X6 ADT & B50D 6X6 ADT SS.

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RAISE
IMPORTANT
AUTOMATIC GREASING
When the pump has switched off due to Low grease in
the reservoir*:

1. Fill pump through grease nipple / quick coupler

2. Switch ignition "On"
3. Reset pump by depressing TEST button for 2 seconds (max)

*Auto greaser cab feedback unit indicates status of system.

Refer to Operator's Manual.
218688FM

Located on mud guard next to the automatic

greasing pump.
LOWER
207897-AFM
AUTOMATIC GREASER
Located on the cab lift pump.
DISPLAY SIGNALS
Low level
Reservoir needs to be filled.

IMPORTANT Error
System out of operation, caused by
empty reservoir or system failure.
System can be reset with the test-
button on the pump, after refill or repair.

Always Light duty greasing mode

Long interval.

engage Normal duty greasing mode

Standard interval.

Park Heavy duty greasing mode

Short interval.

To select the required duty mode, press the mode button

Brake repeatedly until the corresponding LED illuminates.

218873A-FM

before Located inside the cab on the windscreen right

hand bottom corner near the autogreasing
control.

leaving
operator’s
seat.
207277-AFM

Located inside the cab above the park brake

lever.

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CIRCUIT BREAKERS DIODES /

RELAYS FUSES RESISTORS RELAYS / VOLTAGE REGULATOR
F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 10A 3A
SATMM F11 V1
15A 10A 3A
15A 25A 25A 15A 20A K1 F12
F13 5A
SPARE
V3 3A K5 K9 K13 K17 K23
F14 5A V4 3A
CCU
F15 V5
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 K2 F16
10A
10A V6
3A
3A
K6 K10 K14 K18 K22
F17 10A V7 3A
F18
15A 30A 20A 30A 25A MMP
K3 F19
10A
5A
F25
F24
10A
10A
K7 K11 K15 K19 K21
F20 10A F23 10A
F21
ZFP SCU FDC MDU MMD K4 F22
10A
15A
R2 10k K8 K12 K16 N1 K20
R1 830

1
K1 - Neutral. F11 - Transmission. (KL15) V1 - Gear Hold Control. K5 - Stop Light. K16 - ADM / MR Ignition Supply.
F1 - Park Lights. F7 - Bin Up Limit. K2 - Start (KL50). - Engine brake request. V3 - Alternator D+ K6 - 0% Throttle. K17 - MDU / CCU Ignition Supply.
- Interior Lights. - Seat Pump. K3 - Aircon / F12 - Transmission. (KL30) V4 - CCU Control - K7 - Park Brake. K18 - Control Traction Diff /
- Stop Lights. - Wiper Motor. Lights Cut Out. - Voltage Regulator. Intermittent Wiper. K8 - Bin Up Limit/Gear Hold. Bin Pressure Reduction. 2
- Hazards / Indicators. - Mirror Defrost. K4 - Reverse. F13 - MDU / CCU. (KL15) V5 - Washer Control - K9 - Left Indicator. K19 - Laden / Unladen.
- Wake-Up Module. - Electrical Mirrors. - Hazard input to CCU. Intermittent. K10 - Right Indicator. N1 - Voltage Regulator.
F2 - Battery Supply to Fuses - - Washer Motor. F14 - Alternator D+ V6 - Hazard Control - K11 - Dip. K20 - Retarder Enable / 2
(F12, F13, F18, F19, F20, F21, - Horn Solenoid. F15 - CCU Program. (KL15) MDU / CCU ignition. K12 - Bright. Bin Pressure Reduction. 4
F24). - Electrical Horn. - MDU Program. (KL15) V7 - Ignition Control - K13 - Bin Float/Worklights. K21 - High Range / CTD.
F3 - Ignition Supply to Fuses - - Automatic Greaser Indicator. - Diagnostic. (KL15) MDU / CCU Ignition. K14 - Intermittent. K22 - Auto Neutral.
(F11, F14, F15, F16, F23). F8 - Cold Start. F16 - Engine. (KL15) K15 - 12V Supply. K23 - Fan Control.
F4 - Reverse Lights. - Suspension Controller. 2 F17 - Reverse Camera. (12V) R2 - External pull up -
- Head Lights. - Artic Spare Power. 1 - FM Radio. (12V) Fuel Throttle.
- Work Lights. - Relay Spare Power. F18 - Engine. (KL30) R1 - External pull up -
- Rotating Beacon. F9 - Bin Float Solenoid. 1 F19 - MDU. (KL30) Air pressure sender.
F5 - Aircon / Headlight Relays. - Neutral Relay. F20 - Diagnostic. (KL30)
(Crank Cut Relay) - Start Relay. F21 - Battery Balancer. (KL30)
F6 - Bin Down Latch Solenoid. - MDU / CCU Power Relay. Superscript Key
- Accessory.
1
- Park Brake Solenoid. - CCU Ignition Status. F22 - 2 Way Radio. (12V)
1 Not used on 4206D
- CTD Solenoid. F10 - (15A) Rear Wiper Motor. F23 - Onboard Weighing. (KL15)
- Automatic Greaser. - Rear Wiper Switch. 2 Used on B50D only - Fan Drive Controller. (KL15) 1
- Iqan Cut Switch. - Memory Module. (KL15) 1 3

- CTD Switch. 3 Not used on Small Trucks

- Satellite Communication. (KL15)
- Iqan Spare Power. 4 Used on B40D only F24 - Memory Module (KL30), MT2000. (KL30)
- (20A) Bonnet Fans. F25 - Iqan System.
218756-D-CFM

Located inside the cab inside the cab roof panel.

IMPORTANT
DO NOT OVER SPEED MACHINE
Serious damage can result.
Under NO circumstances must engine speed exceed 2400 rpm.
n/min
4206D & 35, 40 & 50 ton machines.
217826-BV

Located on the windscreen.

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WARNING
Torque all wheel
nuts to 650 N.m
[480 LB.FT.] after
the first 5 hours
and then again
CAUTION after 50 hours.
BEFORE WELDING ON THIS UNIT: Repeat this
To avoid control circuit damage:
1. Turn the electrical disconnect
switch to “OFF”.
procedure if
2. Make sure the vehicle ground straps
are properly installed. wheels are
3. The welding ground clamp must
have a good connection to the
machine structure and close to the
changed.
point of weld.
4. Attach welding ground clamp directly
to structure before welding.

B50D PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

R E F E R T O T H E S E R V I C E M A N U A L F O R D E TA I L E D I N F O R M AT I O N
INTERVAL ITEM MAINT. APPROVED
ITEM DESCRIPTION
HOURS NUMBER POINTS MATERIAL ALL SYSTEM CHECKS ARE TO BE MADE WITH:
3 AIR CLEANER PRE-CLEANERS 2 CHECK AND CLEAN BOWLS
- MACHINE ON LEVEL SURFACE
4 AIR CLEANER PRIMARY FILTERS 1 REPLACE AS REQ'D ACCORDING TO BELL FILTERS - BODY LOWERED
INDICATOR - MIN. ONCE A YEAR - TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL WITH PARK BRAKE ENGAGED
4 AIR CLEANER SECONDARY FILTER 1 REPLACE EVERY THIRD PRIMARY BELL FILTERS - REMOVE KEY FROM IGNITION SWITCH AND ATTACH “DO NOT OPERATE”
WARNING SIGN TO STEERING WHEEL
FILTER CHNAGE - MIN. ONCE A YEAR - TURN BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH TO “OFF” POSITION
AS REQ. 8 PRIMARY FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPERATOR 2 CHECK COLD. DRAIN WATER BEFORE STARTING - INSTALL ARTICULATION LOCK BAR
10 CHARGE AIR COOLER 1 CHECK, CLEAN AS REQ.
11 TRANSMISSION COOLER 1 CHECK, CLEAN AS REQ.
36 RADIATOR, GRILL, AIRCON CONDENSER CHECK, CLEAN AS REQ. 26 5 6 9 10 36 43 7 4
37 TIRES 6 CHECK COLD TIRE PRESSURE
HINGES GREASE SEE LUBRICANTS 39
6
1 RADIATOR COOLANT LEVEL 1 CHECK COLD
18
4 AIR CLEANER PRIMARY FILTER 1 CHECK INDICATOR
5 ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1 CHECK 2 3
12 TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL 1 CHECK COLD OR WARM WHILE ENGINE IDLES
8 41
15 TRANSFER CASE OIL LEVEL 1 CHECK THE OIL LEVEL
10 17 HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL 1 CHECK COLD 42 3
HOURS 27 OPERATOR CONTROL AND INSTRUMENTS TEST THE BRAKE ACCUMULATOR FUNCTION
OR 27 WARNING LIGHTS, WARNING BUZZER CHECK 20 25
DAILY 28 EXTERNAL LIGHTS, REVERSE BUZZER CHECK EVERY START-UP
29 AUTO GREASING SYSTEM GREASE LEVEL CHECK 19 14
30 STEERING CYLINDERS 4 CHECK
31 OSCILLATION JOINT 1 CHECK FOR FRESH GREASE AT SEAL SEE LUBRICANTS 17 27
32 ARTICULATION JOINTS 2 CHECK FOR FRESH GREASE AT SEAL SEE LUBRICANTS
33 BODY LIFT CYLINDERS 4 CHECK FOR FRESH GREASE AT SEAL SEE LUBRICANTS 1
34 DUMP BODY PIVOT PINS 2 CHECK FOR FRESH GREASE AT SEAL SEE LUBRICANTS 13
12
35 OSCILATION THRU DRIVE BEARINGS 2 CHECK FOR FRESH GREASE AT SEAL SEE LUBRICANTS
43 ENGINE FAN BELTS 2 CHECK CONDITION 40 24
6 ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER 2 DRAIN WARM AND REPLACE
13 TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL 1 CHECK 39 29
17 BRAKE ACCUMULATORS 1 TEST THE BRAKE ACUMULATOR FUNCTION
23
22 PARK BRAKE 1 CHECK BRAKE PAD WEAR 30
23 SUSPENSION STRUTS 2 CHECK COMMON RIDE HEIGHT, BODY ROLL CONTROL,
39 32
LEAKS, HOSES, ACCULULATORS, VALVE MANIFOLD,
ELECTRICAL HARNESS
15 11
500 24 AIRCON AIR FILTER 2/4 CHECK AND CLEAN OR REPLACE (C)
HOURS 26 BATTERIES CLEAN AND TIGHTEN TERMINALS
16
29 AUTO-GREASING FILLER FILTER 1 REPLACE 35
38 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS, HARNESSES CHECK CONDITION OF HARNESSES, LOOMS
39 AXLE, TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER CASE 5 CHECK AND CLEAN 31
BREATHER
40 PTO PROPSHAFT FRONT U-JOINT 1 GREASE FRONT U-JOINT AND INSPECT CONDITION HIGH TEMP.
33
GREASE
22
SEE LUBRICANTS
43 ENGINE FAN BELTS 2 REPLACE BOTH BELTS
44 MID AXLE OIL FILTER 1 REPLACE BELL FILTERS 39
7 ENGINE VALVE CLEARANCE 16 ADJUST
8 PRIMARY FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPERATOR 2 REPLACE FILTER ELEMENT BELL FILTERS
44
9 SECONDARY FUEL FILTER 1 REPLACE BELL FILTERS
14 TRANSMISSION FILTERS 2 REPLACE EVERY 1000 HRS OR WITH ABNORMAL OIL BELL FILTERS
1000 SAMPLE 37
HOURS 16 TRANSFER CASE OIL FILTER 1 REPLACE BELL FILTERS
21
18 HYDRAULIC TANK BREATHER FILTER 1 REPLACE
21 AXLE AND FINAL DRIVE OIL 9 REPLACE
41 FUEL TANK BREATHER 1 REPLACE BELL FILTERS
42 FUEL DEPTH FILTER 1 REPLACE FILTER ELEMENTS BELL FILTERS
2 RADIATOR EXTENDED LIFE COOLANT 1 CHECK COOLANT CONDITIONER
2000 13 TRANSMISSION OIL 1 CHANGE THE OIL SEE LUBRICANTS
HOURS 16 TRANSFER CASE OIL 1 DRAIN AND REFILL (A) (B) SEE LUBRICANTS 28
19 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM RETURN FILTER 1 REPLACE BELL FILTERS
33
25 PNEUMATIC SYSTEM AIR DRYER FILTER 1 REPLACE BELL FILTERS 34
4000 HRS 20 HYDRAULIC TANK 1 DRAIN AND REFILL (A) SEE LUBRICANTS
8000 HRS 2 RADIATOR EXTENDED LIFE COOLANT 1 CHANGE THE COOLANT - MIN. EVERY 4 YEARS SEE FLUIDS

I M P O R TA N T N O T E S :
- R E F E R T O O P E R AT O R S M A N U A L F O R C O R R E C T M A I N T E N A N C E P R O C E D U R E S
- F O R B R E A K I N O R R E B U I L D , S E E O P E R AT O R S M A N U A L
- F O R S E V E R E W O R K I N G C O N D I T I O N S , R E D U C E S E R V I C E I N T E R VA L S
A. C H A N G E I N T E R VA L S M AY B E E X T E N D E D B Y O I L S A M P L I N G
B. D E P E N D A N T O N S I T E A P P L I C AT I O N
C. I N S E V E R E A P P L I C AT I O N S C H E C K W E E K LY O R D A I LY

LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS

A M B I E N T T E M P E R AT U R E R A N G E D U R I N G F I L L P E R I O D
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS F - 40 - 22 -4 14 32 50 68 86 104 122
AND FLUIDS C - 40 - 30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50

ENGINE OIL - M-BENZ

- OILS TO MEET M-BENZ 228.5
SPECIFICATION SAE 15W-40
SAE 10W-40
PREFERRED: - CASTROL DYNAMAX 10W-40
- CALTEX XLD 10W-40

ENGINE COOLANT - M-BENZ CALTEX EXTENDED LIFE COOLANT PRE-MIX 50/50

- EXTENDED LIFE COOLANT TO MEET M-BENZ 325.3
- PREFERRED: CALTEX EXTENDED LIFE COOLANT
PRE-MIX 50/50

TRANSMISSION OIL - ALLISON HD4560R AND

TRANSFER CASE (ATF)
- USE ONLY CASTROL TRANSYND, TRANSMAX Z/S

HYDRAULIC OIL
- OILS TO MEET ATF ATF
COMPLYING WITH VICKERS M-2950-S SAE 10W
SPECIFICATION
SAE 30
PREFERRED: - CALTEX TEXAMATIC TYPE-G

DRIVE AXLES - BELL SAE 80W-90

- OILS TO MEET API GL-5, MIL-L-2105D
SAE 85W-90
SPECIFICATION
SAE 85W-140
PREFFERED: - CALTEX GEAR OIL ZF (80W90)

GREASE
- PTO PROPSHAFT NLGI N0. 2
PREFERRED: - CASTROL VISCOTEMP NLGI 2 NLGI N0. 1
CASTROL FIRETEMP XT2
- THRU DRIVE BEARINGS, HINGES, OSCILLATION, NLGI N0. 0
ARTICULATION, CYLINDERS
PREFERRED: - CALTEX MULITIFAK EP NGLI 2

Located on the silencer heat shield.

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SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

SAFETY FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

GENERAL SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

SAFETY REGULATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

SAFETY DECALS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

CHAPTER 1. SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

CHAPTER 2. OPERATOR CONTROL AND INSTRUMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

SECTION 1. OPERATOR CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDALS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
STEERING WHEEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
OPERATOR’S SEAT (Old) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
OPERATOR’S SEAT (New) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

RIGHT HAND CONTROL PANEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

SECTION 2. INSTRUMENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
AIR PRESSURE GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
TRANSMISSION OIL TEMP. GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
FUEL GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
SPEEDOMETER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
ALPHA NUMERICAL DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
MENU DISPLAY SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
IMMOBILIZER / DRIVER ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
INDICATORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

SECTION 3. SWITCHES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

SWITCHES LEFT HAND SIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

WITCHES RIGHT HAND SIDE (2 SPEED VERSION) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

SWITCHES RIGHT HAND SIDE (SINGLE SPEED VERSION) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
IGNITION SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
BATTERY CIRCUIT BREAKER BOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
STEERING COLUMN SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
CLIMATE CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

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AIR CONDITIONER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
HATCH IN ROOF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
FUSES AND DIODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

RELAYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
WHEEL SPANNER AND BRACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
WINDSCREEN WASHER WATER RESERVOIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
WINDSCREEN WIPER AND WASHER NOZZLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
HORNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
FIRE EXTINGUISHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
EMERGENCY EXIT HAMMER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
ELECTRICAL MIRROR BRACKETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
12-VOLT ACCESSORY SOCKET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

CHAPTER 3. PROCEDURES BEFORE STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

SECTION 1. SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
NORMAL EXIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
EMERGENCY EXIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

SECTION 2. BEFORE STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

CHAPTER 4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

SECTION 1. SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

SECTION 2. STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
SHUTTING DOWN THE ENGINE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
USING BOOSTER BATTERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

SECTION 3. RUNNING-IN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
RUNNING-IN INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
DOWN SHIFTING OR REVERSE INHIBITOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
SLOWING AND STOPPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
BRAKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
OPERATING WITH INTER-AXLE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
OPERATING WITH CONTROLLED TRACTION DIFFERENTIAL (CTD) LOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

SECTION 4. OPERATING THE MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
LOADING THE MACHINE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
STEERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

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OPERATING INDOORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

CHAPTER 5. OPERATING TECHNIQUES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

GEAR PRE-SELECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
GEAR HOLD FUNCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
TRANSPORT OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
“GEAR HUNTING”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

CHAPTER 6. RECOVERY AND TRANSPORTATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

SECTION 1. TOWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

SECTION 2. LIFTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

MACHINE LIFTING POINTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
MACHINE TIE-DOWN POINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
TRANSPORTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

CHAPTER 7. PRE-SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

SECTION 1. SERVICE POSITION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

INSTALL THE BIN PROP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
INSTALL THE ARTICULATION SAFETY BAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

SECTION 2. RULES WHEN SERVICING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
HANDLING AND STORING DIESEL FUEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

CHAPTER 8. MENU DISPLAY UNIT AND ALPHA NUMERICAL DISPLAY . . . . . . 131

START-UP DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

DEFAULT SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

TO SELECT BETWEEN MENUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

CHAPTER 9. SERIAL NUMBERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

NUMBERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

CHAPTER 10. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

NOTES: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

CHAPTER 11. DAILY OR 10 HOURLY SERVICE CHECKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

SECTION 1. ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

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INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

SECTION 2. TRANSMISSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

CHECK THE TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

SECTION 3. TRANSFER CASE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

CHECK THE TRANSFER CASE FLUID LEVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

SECTION 4. HYDRAULICS, CAB AND ELECTRICAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

HYDRAULICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

SECTION 5. LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

AUTO GREASING SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

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CHAPTER 1. SPECIFICATIONS

MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
The specifications for the B50D 6X6 ADT and the B50D 6X6 ADT SS are as follows:

Engine

Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DC Om502 LA Tier 2

Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90×V8
Aspiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turbo Charged
Injection type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Direct
Gross power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380 kW (510 HP) @1 800r.p.m.
Gross Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 200Nm (1 622 pd. f) @ 1 080r.p.m.
Idle speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600 ± 20 r.p.m.
Oil Pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0,5 Bar @ Idle
Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 Bar @ High Idle
Transmission

Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . T/Mission, Hd 4560R

Transfer Case (Drop Box)

Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VGR 17100

Axles

Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BELL 25T

Brakes

Service Brakes

Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dual Circuit, oil immersed multi disc brakes

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . on all axles. Hydraulic actuated.
Park Brake

Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DXP195
Type . . Spring applied, air released, self-adjusting, mechanical calliper on drive-line mounted dry disc
Wheels

Tyre size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 875 /65 R29

Wheel nut torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 650 Nm (480 ft lb.)

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Suspension System

Front

Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Semi- independent axle movement, leading A-frame

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . supported on oil/nitrogen suspension struts with
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . adaptive level control by electronic SCU
Rear

Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pivoting walking beams with laminated suspension blocks

Hydraulic System

Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Load sensing

Pump

Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P3-145
Pump Emergency Steering System

Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A10 VO 28
Steering System

Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Articulated with two double -acting, hydraulic cylinders

Number of turns to lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2
Pneumatic System

Reservoir capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 litres (10.567 USGAL) @ 7.5 bar (108.778 psi)

Electrical System

Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 V
Battery Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 X 12 V, maintenance-free
Battery capacity. . . . . . . . . . . Cold Crank Amps (-18°C (0.4°F): BCI 625 Amps each 2 X 102 Ah
Starter motor capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2 kW
Alternator voltage rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 V
Alternator amperage rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 A
Power Ratings (bulbs)

Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H4 Halogen - 24 V 75/70 W

Front park light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 V 1.8 W
Front indicator light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 V 21 W
Stop/tail light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 V Diode Light Unit
Rear indicator light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 V Diode Light Unit
Reverse light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H3 Halogen - 24 V 70 W
Interior light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 V 10 W

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Frame and Body

Cab

Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FOPS (SAE J231/ISO 3449)/ROPS (SAE J1040/ISO 3471/1)

Bin

Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manufactured from high tensile wear and impact resistant alloy steels
Rated payload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 400 kg (50 sh tn)
Capacity Struck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.4 m³ (27.99 yd.³)
Capacity Heaped (SAE 2:1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28.2 m³ (36.88 yd.³)
Tip cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 X Single stage, double acting
Tipping angle max (Can be limited to any lower angle, programable on MDU) . . . . . . . . . . . 70°
Bin raise time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.5 (70° tip angle) and 11.25 (60° tip angle) seconds
Bin lower time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.5 (70° tip angle) and 7.9 (60° tip angle) seconds
Mass

Total mass, empty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 153 kg (79 703.63 lb.)

Total mass, fully laden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 553 kg (179 793.4 lb.)
Service Capacities

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 640 litres (169 USGAL)

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 litres (7.9 USGAL)
Engine oil (initial fill) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 litres (10 USGAL)
Engine coolant (initial and service fills) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33.6 litres (8.9 USGAL)
Transmission fluid (initial fill) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 litres (10.6 USGAL)
Transmission fluid (refill) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 litres (9 USGAL)
Transfer Case (initial and service fills) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 litres (1.19 USGAL)
Hydraulic system (initial fill) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268.5 litres (70.9 USGAL)
Hydraulic reservoir (service fill) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 litres (67.63 USGAL)
Axle oil (initial fill) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 litres (13.2 USGAL)
Axle oil (service fill). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 litres (12.7 USGAL)
Final drive oil (per final drive initial and service fills) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.3 litres (1.7 USGAL)
Wet Disc Brake Cooling System (initial fill) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 litres (29.06 USGAL)
Wet Disc Brake Tank Cooling Oil (service fill). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.3 Litres (12 USGAL)
Wet Disc Brake Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 litres (1.59 USGAL)
Cab Tilt System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85 litres (0.5 USGAL)
Windscreen Washer Bottle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 litres (1.59 USGAL)

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Travel Speeds

B50D 6X6 ADT - 2-Speed

Low Range

1st Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5 km/h (3.4 m.p.h.)

2nd Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.7 km/h (7.3 m.p.h.)
3rd Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.9 km/h (10.5 m.p.h.)
4th Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.8 km/h (16.0 m.p.h.)
5th Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33.8 km/h (21 m.p.h.)
6th Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38.4 km/h (23.9 m.p.h.)
1st Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7 km/h (2.9 m.p.h.)
High Range

1st Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.5 km/h (4.7 m.p.h.)

2nd Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.9 km/h (9.9 m.p.h.)
3rd Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.0 km/h (14.3 m.p.h.)
4th Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.2 km/h (21.9 m.p.h.)
5th Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.0 km/h (28.6 m.p.h.)
6th Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.3 km/h (32.5 m.p.h.)
B50D 6X6 ADT - SS (Single Speed)

1st Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.7 km/h (4.2 m.p.h.)

2nd Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.3 km/h (8.9 m.p.h.)
3rd Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.7 km/h (12.9 m.p.h.)
4th Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31.7 km/h (19.7 m.p.h.)
5th Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41.5 km/h (25.8 m.p.h.)
6th Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47.1 km/h (29.3 m.p.h.)
1st Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7 km/h (3.5 m.p.h.)

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Machine Dimensions

The following figure details the dimensions of the B50D ADT 6X6:
6373

70°
7356 AT 70° TIP

4290 (WITH ROCK GUARD IN POSITION)

3978 (WITH ROCK GUARD DOWN)

4089
3861

3895
3391

2398

1445

27°
800

632
1560 1950 4471 2768
10749 OVERALL LENGTH

3811 BIN WIDTH

531

2120

3010 TREAD WIDTH

3900 WHEEL WIDTH

42°

IUS 1 S
RAD R472 G RADIU
ING RNIN
TURN 1 SID E TU
IDE R47
2 OUT
INS

500002CFM

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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND COOLANT ADDITIVES

The following chart details the recommended lubricants and coolant additives:

BELL EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT AND FLUIDS CHART

B50D ARTICULATED DUMP TRUCK

Recommended Lubricant Viscosities and Fluids suitable for use at Ambient Temperatures from
-10O C (14O F) to 50O C (122O F)
Ambient O

O
F -40 -22 -4 14 32 50 68 86 104 122
C -40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
Temperature
ENGINE - M-BENZ
OILS TO MEET M-BENZ 228.5 SAE 15W - 40
SPECIFICATIONS
PREFERRED: - CALTEX DELO XLD SAE 10W-40 SAE 10W - 40

COOLANT - M-BENZ
EXTENDED LIFE COOLANT TO MEET M-BENZ 325.3 CALTEX EXTENDED LIFE COOLANT PRE-MIX 50/50
PREFERRED: - CALTEX EXTENDED LIFE COOLANT PRE-MIX 50/50

TRANSMISSION - HD 4560R AND

TRANSFER CASE (DROP BOX)
USE ONLY CASTROL
CASTROL TRANSMAX Z or S (SAE 70W-80W)
TRANSMAX Z or TRANSYND

DRIVE AXLES - BELL SAE 80W - 90

OILS TO MEET
API GL-5 and ZF-TE-ML05C SAE 85W - 90
SPECIFICATIONS
PREFERRED: - CALTEX GEAR OIL ZF SAE 80W-90 SAE 85W - 140

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM / BRAKE ACTUATION ATF

OILS TO MEET
ATF COMPLYING WITH SAE 10W
VICKERS M-2950-S
SPECIFICATION SAE 30
PREFERRED: - CALTEX TEXAMATIC TYPE - G

RECOMMENDED SERVICE FILLS

COMPONENT OIL DESCRIPTION BELL EQUIPMENT PART No.

CALTEX DELO XLD (SAE 10W - 40) 910276
ENGINE
EXTENDED LIFE PRE-MIX 50/50 910245
CASTROL TRANSYND 910302
TRANSMISSION
TRANSFER CASE CASTROL TRANSMAX Z 910208

DRIVE AXLES CALTEX GEAR OIL ZF (80W-90) 910284

HYDRAULICS ATF : CALTEX TEXAMATIC TYPE-G 910083
GENERAL (PINS, BUSHES, ETC) : 910336
GREASE CALTEX ULTRA DUTY GREASE 2
DRIVE TRAIN (BEARINGS, ETC) 910026
CALTEX MULTIFAK EP NGLI number 2

50D0001CFM

‹CAUTION
1. Caltex Texamatic Type-G is only to be used in the hydraulic system and must NOT be used in
the transmission.
2. Failure to use only Castrol Transmax-S or Z in the transmission may render warranty claims
invalid.

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RECOMMENDED TORQUE SETTINGS

The following tables detail the recommended torque settings:

The torques recommended below are for HAND TIGHTENING unplated fasteners with no
lubrication.

When using a bolt or screw in a tapped hole it is assumed that there is sufficient thread
engagement to accept the applied torque. Discretion must be used when torqueing into a
shallow hole or into soft or brittle materials.

Always adhere to engine / gearbox / BELL Equipment etc. manufacturer's specified torques.

Nuts should be of the same grade as the corresponding bolt or screw.

The torques recommended impose a loading in the bolt equivalent to 75% of the proof load,
where the proof loading is 90% of the yield load.
METRIC SIZES
METRIC BOLT GRADE INTERPRETATION
8x100=800 Mpa 10x100=1000 Mpa 12x100=1200 Mpa
(Ultimate Tensile Stress) (Ultimate Tensile Stress) (Ultimate Tensile Stress)
8.8 10.9 12.9
8x8x10=640 Mpa 10x9x10=900 Mpa 12x9x10=1080 Mpa
(Yield Stress or Stress (Yield Stress or Stress (Yield Stress or Stress
at 0.2% permanent set) at 0.2% permanent set) at 0.2% permanent set)
METRIC NUT GRADE INTERPRETATION 1 lb ft = 1.35582 Nm 1 Nm = 0.737561lb ft
CURRENT STANDARD :
Nuts which are 0.8xD high.
1 lb in = 0.112985 Nm 1 Nm = 8.85073 lb in
|8| 8x100=800 Mpa Proof Stress
FUTURE STANDARD :
(Subject to international agreement) ISO Grade 8.8 Manufacturer's
Mark
8 8x100=800 Mpa Proof Stress
Nuts which are 1.0xD high. 800 MPa (51.80 tsi) 8.8 Grade

ISO Grade 4.6 Manufacturer's ISO Grade 10.9 Manufacturer's

Mark
Mark
400 MPa (25.90 tsi) 4.6 Grade (Optional) 1000 MPa (64.75 tsi) 10.9 Grade

ISO Grade 6.9 Manufacturer's ISO Grade 12.9 Manufacturer's

Mark
Mark
600 MPa (38.85 tsi) 6.9
Grade (Optional) 1200 MPa (77.70 tsi) 12.9 Grade

ISO Metric Coarse -Torques [Nm]

Size M5 M6 M8 M10 M12 M14 M16 M18 M20 M22 M24 M27 M30 M36
Pitch (mm) 0.8 1 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 2 2.5 2.5 2.5 3 3 3.5 4
2
T/Stress area (mm ) 14.2 20.1 36.6 58 84.3 115 157 193 245 303 353 459 561 817
ISO Gr. 4.6 2 4 10 19 34 58 85 115 165 220 285 420 560 980
ISO Gr. 6.9 5 8.5 21 41 72 115 180 245 345 465 600 890 1200 2118
ISO Gr. 8.8 6 10 25 49 86 135 210 290 410 550 710 1050 1450 2520
ISO Gr. 10.9 8 14 35 69 120 190 295 400 580 780 1000 1500 2000 3430
ISO Gr. 12.9 10 17 41 83 145 230 355 485 690 930 1200 1800 2400 4100
ISO Metric Fine -Torques [Nm]
Size M8 M10 M12 M12 M14 M16 M18 M20 M22 M24 M27 M30
Pitch (mm) 1 1.25 1.25 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 2 2 2
T/Stress area (mm2) 39.2 61.2 92.1 88.1 125 167 216 272 333 384 496 621
ISO Gr. 6.9 23 44 80 76 125 190 275 385 520 650 970 1350
ISO Gr. 8.8 27 52 95 90 150 225 325 460 610 780 1150 1600
ISO Gr. 10.9 38 73 135 125 210 315 460 640 860 1100 1600 2250
ISO Gr. 12.9 45 88 160 150 250 380 550 770 1050 1300 1950 2700
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT Drawing Number 700999/1 rev A 24/6/96
GD0001CFM

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Imperial Sizes - BS Grades

IMPERIAL SIZES - BS GRADES
BS Grade A Manufacturer's
Mark
BS Grade T Manufacturer's
Mark
Coarse Coarse
28 tsi (432 Mpa) or Fine CA Grade 55 tsi (849 Mpa) or Fine CT Grade

BS Grade S Manufacturer's
Mark
BS Grade V Manufacturer's
Mark
Coarse Coarse
50 tsi (772 Mpa) or Fine
FA Grade 65 tsi (1004 Mpa) or Fine
FV Grade

Unified Coarse (UNC) - Torques in Nm.

Size 1/4" 5/16" 3/8" 7/16" 1/2" 9/16" 5/8" 3/4" 7/8" 1" 1 1/8" 1 1/4" 1 3/8" 1 1/2"
Threads/inch 20 18 16 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 7 6 6
T/Stress area (mm2) 20.5 33.8 50 68.6 91.5 117.4 146 215 298 391 492 625 745 906
BS Grade A 4 9 16 25 38 56 78 138 221 335 467 670 861 1148
BS Grade S 12 24 43 66 108 150 209 371 586 885 1256 1735 2333 3051
BS Grade T 12 26 45 72 114 162 221 383 646 957 1376 1914 2512 3290
BS Grade V 16 31 55 90 138 191 263 479 766 1148 1615 2273 2991 4008

Unified Fine (UNF) up to 1", and UN-8 TPI for dia 1 1/8" and above. Torques in Nm.
Size 1/4" 5/16" 3/8" 7/16" 1/2" 9/16" 5/8" 3/4" 7/8" 1" 1 1/8" 1 1/4" 1 3/8" 1 1/2"
Threads/inch 28 24 24 20 20 18 18 16 14 12 8 8 8 8
2
T/Stress area (mm ) 23.5 37.4 56.6 76.6 103 131 165 241 328 428 510 645 795 963
BS Grade A 5 10 18 29 43 60 90 150 239 359 490 670 933 1196
BS Grade S 13 26 48 78 114 167 233 407 646 957 1316 1794 2452 3230
BS Grade T 14 29 51 84 126 179 239 431 694 1029 1376 1974 2632 3529
BS Grade V 17 35 60 96 150 215 299 526 837 1256 1675 2393 3230 4247

IMPERIAL SIZES - SAE GRADES

Manufacturer's Manufacturer's
SAE Grade 1 Mark SAE Grade 5 (1/4" - 1") Mark
26.8 tsi (414 Mpa) 53.6 tsi (828 Mpa)
Manufacturer's
SAE Grade 5 (1 1/8" - 1 1/2") SAE Grade 8 Mark
46.9 tsi (724 Mpa) Manufacturer's 67 tsi (1035 Mpa)
Mark

Unified Coarse (UNC) - Torques in Nm.

Size 1/4" 5/16" 3/8" 7/16" 1/2" 9/16" 5/8" 3/4" 7/8" 1" 1 1/8" 1 1/4" 1 3/8" 1 1/2"
Threads/inch 20 18 16 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 7 6 6
2
T/Stress area (mm ) 20.5 33.8 50 68.6 91.5 117.4 146 215 298 391 492 625 745 906
SAE Grade 1 4 9 16 25 38 56 78 138 221 335 467 670 861 1148
SAE Grade 5 11 22 40 62 101 140 196 348 550 830 1347 1860 2501 3270
SAE Grade 8 16 32 57 92 142 197 271 493 789 1184 1665 2343 3083 4131

Unified Fine (UNF) up to 1", and UN-8 TPI for dia 1 1/8" and above. Torques in Nm.
Size 1/4" 5/16" 3/8" 7/16" 1/2" 9/16" 5/8" 3/4" 7/8" 1" 1 1/8" 1 1/4" 1 3/8" 1 1/2"
Threads/inch 28 24 24 20 20 18 18 16 14 12 8 8 8 8
2
T/Stress area (mm ) 23.5 37.4 56.6 76.6 103 131 165 241 328 428 510 645 795 963
SAE Grade 1 5 10 18 29 43 60 90 150 239 359 490 670 933 1196
SAE Grade 5 12 25 45 73 107 157 219 382 606 898 1411 1924 2629 3463
SAE Grade 8 17 36 62 99 154 222 308 543 863 1295 1726 2466 3329 4378
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT Drawing Number 700999/2 rev A 24/6/96
GD0002CFM

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SERIAL NUMBER PLATES

The following figure identifies and locates the main serial number plates for the machine, engine and
transmission of the B50D 6X6 ADT:

CE & Machine
Specification Plate
MANUFACTURED BY:
BELL EQUIPMENT CO.SA. (PTY) LTD.
RICHARDS BAY, SOUTH AFRICA

MACHINE
MODEL:
YEAR OF MANUFACTURE:
VIN NO:
PIN NO:
CAB
SN:
ENGINE
MODEL:
SN:
NET POWER: kw

TRANSMISSION
MODEL:
SN:
TRANSFER CASE
MODEL:
SN:
FRONT DIFFERENTIAL
MODEL:
SN:
MID DIFFERENTIAL
MODEL:
SN:
REAR DIFFERENTIAL
MODEL:
SN:

AXLE: EMPTY LADEN

FRONT kg kg

MIDDLE kg kg

REAR kg kg

TOTAL kg kg

PAYLOAD kg

176114FM

DAIMLERCHRYSLER A6
OM 5 0 1 L A T i e r 2
501.906000.501.5.05.02

Engine
Specification
AEB XXXXXX XR XXXXXX Plate
VIN And PIN Number
Transfer Case
(On Left Hand Side of Truck)
Specification Stamped
Onto The Transfer Case
17100 047 11 12 2003

Transmission Specification
Plate 50D0003CFM

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CHAPTER 2. OPERATOR CONTROL AND INSTRUMENTS

SECTION 1. OPERATOR CONTROLS

INTRODUCTION
The following figure details the layout of the controls and instruments in the B50D 6X6 ADT cab:

1. Accelerator Pedal. 9. Ignition Switch.

2. Right Hand Control Panel. 10. Left Hand Switch Panel.
3. Steering Wheel. 11. Footrest.
4. Lighter/12V Accessories Socket. 12. Stalk Switch
5. Ashtray. 13. Right Hand Switch Panel.
6. Operator’s Seat. 14. Brake Pedal.
7. Trainer Seat. 15. Auto Greasing Control Switch And
Indicator (If Equipped).
8. Centre Panel (instruments).

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ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE Adjust the Steering Wheel

PEDALS NOTE: Levers (1) and (2) can be orientated by
pulling the lever outwards and rotating it to
the desired position and then pushing it back
in.

The accelerator pedal (1) and the brake pedal (2)

are located on the cab floor.
Telescopic Adjustment
Both pedals are progressive and spring loaded to
an up, neutral position. • Unlock the steering wheel by moving the lock
(1) counter clockwise.
• Adjust the steering wheel in/out for operator
STEERING WHEEL comfort.
• Lock the steering wheel into place by moving
‹CAUTION the lock clockwise until it is secure.
If there is an engine or main pump failure, the Tilting Adjustment
ground driven emergency steering system
will enable the operator to steer the machine • Unlock the steering wheel by moving the lock
to a safe stop. In this event the machine must (2) counter clockwise.
be stopped as quickly as possible. • Adjust the steering wheel forwards/backwards
for operator comfort.
NOTE: There is no self-centring action on the • Lock the steering wheel into place by moving
steering. The machine must be returned to the lock clockwise until it is secure.
the straight ahead position by turning the
steering wheel.

The steering wheel can be adjusted to ensure

maximum operator comfort.

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OPERATOR’S SEAT (Old) The main components of the operator’s seat are
as follows:

Back rest (1)

‹ CAUTION
Take care with the backrest frame - it may jerk
forward and cause injury!

To adjust for the required angle pull the lever (4)

up while adjusting the back rest to the required
angle.

Seat squab (2)

To adjust the seat squab depth for varied thigh

support, use the depth adjustment lever (5) to
lengthen or shorten the seat squab. To adjust the
seat squab angle, use the lever (10). The angle is
adjustable in four steps, 3° - 11°.

Armrest (3)

The armrests can be tilted up if required and the

height individually adjusted.

The angular position of the armrests can be

OPERATOR’S SEAT (New) adjusted by turning the adjusting knob (7). The
armrests can also be tilted vertically to allow
easier access to the seat.

To adjust the armrests height, separate the round

cap (1) from the cover, loosen the hexagon nut
(size 13mm), adjust the armrest to the desired
position and tighten the nut again. Press the
previously separated cap cover back onto the
nut.

The operator’s seat is fully adjustable to suit the

operator.

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Automatic Positioning Lever (6) Lumbar Support

The automatic positioning lever is used to adjust

the ride height of the seat.

While sitting in the seat, ensure that the vertical

damper switch is in the rear position (soft). Press
lever (6) down until most of the air is released
from the seat. Briefly pull the lever (6) upwards.
The seat will automatically come to rest in the
lowest allowable setting.

The height can further be adjusted another 80mm

from this position by pulling and holding the
automatic positioning lever (6) until the required
height is reached.

If elevated above the maximum height, the seat

will automatically correct itself to this maximum
Two lumbar support areas are controlled by the
position. Press lever (6) down to lower the seat.
adjustment knob (1) at the back of the backrest.
Rotate the knob until sufficient support is
Fore/Aft adjustment lever (9) obtained.

To adjust the seat forward or backwards, pull the Maintenance

lever up and hold. Move the seat forward or
backwards to obtain the desired position.
Dirt can impair the function of the seat, so make
Release the lever.
sure you keep your seat clean!

Fore/Aft Isolator Lever (11) During cleaning the upholstery should not be
soaked through.
The fore/aft isolator enables the seat to absorb
shock loads in the fore/aft direction. Use a standard commercially available
upholstery cleaning agent. Test first for
Position 1 (To Front) = On. compatibility on a small, concealed area.

Position 2 (To Back) = Off. Seat Belt

Vertical Damper Adjustment Lever A self-adjustable lap seat belt is an integral part
(12) of the seat.

The required level of vertical dampening can be The seat belt is designed to fit firmly across the
reached by turning the vertical damper front of the pelvis.
adjustment lever to the desired position
(Positions 1 to 5). Forward position = maximum Seat belt and mounting hardware must be
dampening and rearward position = minimum inspected before operating the machine. If belt or
dampening. mounting hardware are worn, replace complete
seat belt assembly.

A date label, to determine the age of the belt is

attached to each belt.

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Fastening TRAINER SEAT

The trainer seat is located on the left side of the

operator’s seat. The seat is spring loaded and
folds up automatically when it is not in use.

The seat is not adjustable and is equipped with a

seat belt.

The seat belt for the trainer is fastened, released

and adjusted in the same way as the operator’s
Pull the seat belt out and push the buckle (1) into seat belt.
the fixed clasp (2) until it clicks into position.
‹ WARNING
Ensure that the connection is secure and that the
belt fits tightly across the pelvis. 1. Always wear a seat belt when travelling as
a trainer or trainee in the machine. In an
Ensure that the strap of the belt is not twisted. accident it may save your life.
2. Check the condition of the seat belt and
Releasing mounting hardware before travelling in the
trainer seat. Replace the seat belt at least
every three years, regardless of the condition.
Press down the red push button on the fixed
clasp.

The seat belt is spring-loaded to return to its

stowage position.

‹ WARNING
1. Always wear a seat belt when operating the
machine. In an accident it may save your life.
2. Always wear a seat belt when travelling as
a trainer or trainee in the machine.
3. Check the condition of the seat belt and
mounting hardware before operating the
machine. Replace the seat belt at least every
three years, regardless of the condition.

NOTE: Clean the seat belt regularly with a

soap and water solution.

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RIGHT HAND CONTROL PANEL

1.) Retarder Switch/Lever. 2.) Park Brake Control Lever.

3.) Bin Tip Lever. 4.) Gear Shift Control.

Retarder Switch/Lever When the lever is operated the retarder light on

the instrument panel will illuminate.

The retarder is applied automatically when the

lever is operated but will only be activated when
the accelerator is fully released.

NOTE: 1. The retarder can only function

when the exhaust brake is functioning.
2. Position “0” and position “1” induce the
same percentage of retardation.

The retarder lever (1) is located on the gear shift

control panel and has six available positions.
Each position increases the degree of retardation
to a maximum of six.

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Park Brake Control Lever The force on the valve lever is removed when air
supply pressure is below 4.1 bar (410 kPa or 60
psi) or when supply pressure drops below 4.1 bar
‹ WARNING (410 kPa or 60 psi).
1. Under normal circumstances the operator
must not leave the machine unattended with • When the truck is started the park brake will
the engine running. If the circumstances are automatically be applied.
such that the operator must leave the engine • When the ignition is turned off the park brake
running, the operator must not leave the will automatically be applied.
machine until he has: • When the truck is moving at less than 1Km/h
-Select and ensure that the transmission is in and the engine r.p.m. is less than 50, the park
N. brake will automatically be applied.
-Applied the park brake and ensured that it is
properly engaged.
-Chocked the wheels and taken all other steps
Tip Control Lever
necessary to prevent the machine from
moving. NOTE: The tip control lever is spring-loaded
2. After releasing the park brake the operator to the central (holding) position.
must wait until the park warning light on the
instrument panel extinguishes before driving
off. This prevents the machine from being
driven with the park brake applied because of
low air pressure.
3. When the park brake is “ON” (Light
Illuminated) and the transmission is in gear,
the engine torque is reduced to prevent
driving through the park brake and thus
causing damage.

NOTE: 1. Park brake will only release after a

gear is selected.
2. The park brake lever is locked in position
and to move it from engage to dis-engage or
vice versa, pull the lever knob upwards to
enable the lever to be moved.
3. When the park brake control lever is DOWN The tip control lever (1) is located on right side of
(applied), the park brake warning indicator on the cab and is used to raise and lower the bin.
the instrument panel illuminates.
To tip the bin: Pull the control lever towards the
operator (down).

To lower the bin: Push the tip control lever away

from the operator into the detent position to
power the bin down. as soon as the bin is
approximately 5% from full down, the lever will be
electronically kicked out of detent and return to
the central position. The bin will now be in the
float position.

The bin raised warning light on the instrument

panel illuminates as soon as the bin is raised off
the chassis and only extinguishes when the bin is
fully lowered onto the chassis.

Pull the park brake lever (1) towards the operator

to apply park brake and push forward (away from
operator) to release park brake mechanically.

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Gear Shift Control

The machine is equipped with an automatic

gearbox with the push button selector located on
the right hand side panel on the dash board.

The gear shift control (1) comprises of a digital

display screen (2) and selector buttons marked
as follow:

• D (Drive), to select a forward gear range.

• N (Neutral), to select neutral.
• R (Reverse), to select reverse gear.
• MODE, used in diagnostic code reading.
• The ñ“UP” and ò“DOWN” arrows are used
to select a specific range of gears.

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CHAPTER 2. OPERATOR CONTROL AND INSTRUMENTS

SECTION 2. INSTRUMENTS
The following figure details the “MDU” Monitor Display Unit on the centre panel on the dashboard:

1 2 3 7 8

EMERGENCY PARK
ENGINE BRAKE
COOLANT STEERING BRAKE BRAKE
COLD FAULT PRESSURE
LEVEL TEMP HYDRAULIC
START
TEMP / LEVEL

BATTERY RETARDER TRANSMISSION BIN INTER-AXLE DIFF LOCK /

CHARGE FAULT UP DIFF LOCK HIGH RANGE

BELL B50D

ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE
COOLANT
TEMP
30 km/h
40
50 0 N MENU

20 20
mph
30 60
BACK

10
10 40
70 RPM
0 50
NEXT
AIR TRANS OIL 0 80
PRESSURE TEMP

FUEL
HOURS
SELECT
VOLTS volts

50D1001CV

4 5
6

1. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge. 5. Transmission Oil Temperature Gauge.

2. Coolant Temperature Gauge. 6. Fuel Gauge.
3. Speedometer. (Indicating speed in Km/h 7. Alpha numerical display screen.
and m.p.h.) (Default Displays “BELL B50D” for 2 Speed
Version) Displays “BELL B50D SS” for
4. Air Pressure Gauge. Single Speed Version.
8. Menu Display Screen.

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NOTE: 1. When the needle is in the red on the COOLANT TEMPERATURE

following gauges, the buzzer will sound and
the main warning light will come on flashing GAUGE
and a message will appear on the alpha
numerical display.
2. For the air pressure, while in the red zone,
the buzzer will sound, but no warning light. A COOLANT
message will be displayed on the alpha TEMP
numerical display.

ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE

ENGINE OIL
GD1016CFM
PRESSURE
This gauge is located on the centre instrument
panel. This gauge indicates if the engine coolant
temperature is in the specified range.

If the needle is on the green bar, the temperature

is acceptable.

GD1015CFM
‹ WARNING
This gauge is located on the centre instrument 1. If the needle is on the red bar, the
panel. This gauge indicates if the engine oil temperature is out of limits and the engine
pressure is in the specified range. will be automatically shut down.
2. When this happens, stop the truck as soon
If the needle is on the green bar, the pressure is as possible and contact BELL EQUIPMENT
acceptable. Product Support.

‹ WARNING NOTE: The Main Warning Light would have

come ON and a buzzer sounds before this
1. If the needle is on the red bar, the pressure happens.
is out of limits and the engine will be
automatically shut down.
2. When this happens, stop the truck as soon AIR PRESSURE GAUGE
as possible and contact BELL EQUIPMENT
Product Support.

NOTE: The Main Warning Light would have AIR

come ON and a buzzer sounds before this PRESSURE
happens.

GD1017CFM

This gauge is located on the centre instrument

panel. This gauge indicates if the air pressure is
in the specified range.

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If the needle is on the green bar, the pressure is NOTE: The fuel gauge is located on the
acceptable. centre control panel at the bottom of the
speedometer.
If the needle is on the red bar, the pressure is out
of limits and machine must be stopped and the
fault rectified. SPEEDOMETER

TRANSMISSION OIL TEMP.

GAUGE 40
30 km/h 50
20 20 30 60
TRANS OIL mph
TEMP 10 40
10 70
0 50
0 80
FUEL

GD1018CFM
GD1020CFM

This gauge is located on the centre instrument

panel. This gauge indicates if the transmission oil
temperature is in the specified range.
The speedometer is located on the centre
instrument panel and indicates the travelling
If the needle is on the green bar, the temperature
speed in Km.p.h. as well as m.p.h.
is acceptable.

If the needle is on the red bar, the temperature is ALPHA NUMERICAL DISPLAY
out of limits and machine must be stopped and
the fault rectified.

FUEL GAUGE

The alpha numerical display screen is located on

the centre control panel above the speedometer.
FUEL
Alphabetical messages and numerical codes are
displayed on this screen.

GD1019CFM

There is a warning buzzer for “Low Fuel” (when

level reached the reserve mark) and a message
will be displayed in the alpha numerical display
screen.

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MENU DISPLAY SCREEN Default Display

bell b50d 7
2
1
3 0N
4 712 n/min

2314
5
6 27.7 volts

50D1002CFM

1). Alpha numerical display screen.

2). Gear selection display line.
3). Tachometer display line in r.p.m.
4). Hour meter display line.
5). System voltage
The menu display screen (1) is located on the
right hand side of the centre control panel. 7). F/N/R display.

The screen has four display lines. A “Menu” The default menu is always accessed when the
push button (2) to select between menus, a ignition is turned “ON”.
“Back” push button (3) to select “Go Back” to
previous setting, a “Next” push button (4) to The writing on the alpha numerical display will
select the “Next” option and “Select” push change in accordance with the value displayed
button (5) to select the option to be executed. on the bottom row when a different function is
selected to be displayed as default in this line.
Every option is displayed on the alpha numerical
display screen. The operator can change the bottom default
display information to his preference.

IMMOBILIZER / DRIVER ID NOTE: The default screen displays the last

values after the machine was switched off.

The Display Unit’s selection options and

changing of display modes is described in
Chapter 8.

The driver ID key can be used by the customer

as an immobilizer. The setup of the driver key is
programable by the customer. If set to be an
immobilizer, the driver key (green) must be
inserted to be able tot start the machine.

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INDICATORS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

EMERGENCY PARK
ENGINE BRAKE
COOLANT STEERING BRAKE BRAKE
COLD FAULT PRESSURE
LEVEL TEMP HYDRAULIC
START
TEMP / LEVEL

BATTERY RETARDER TRANSMISSION BIN INTER-AXLE DIFF LOCK /

19
CHARGE FAULT UP DIFF LOCK HIGH RANGE

BELL B50D
50D1003CV

14 15 16 17 18

1.) Cold Start Warning Light 11.) Brake System Pressure Warning Light
2.) Coolant Level Warning Light 12.) Wet Disc Brake Coolant Temperature
Warning Light
3.) Engine Fault Warning Light
13.) High Hydraulic Fluid Temperature
4.) Emergency Steering Warning Light Warning Light
5.) Left Turn Indicator Light 14.) Battery Charge Warning Light
6.) Main Warning Light 15.) Retarder Light
7.) High Beam Indicator Light 16.) Transmission Fault Warning Light
8.) Engine Over Speed Warning Light 17.) Bin Raised Warning Light
9.) Right Turn Indicator Light 18.) Inter Axle Differential Lock Light
10.) Park Brake Warning Light 19.) High Range Attained Light (2 Speed
Version) and Diff Lock For Single Speed
Version.

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GENERAL Emergency Steering Warning

Light (4).
All warning lights are illuminated for about 2
seconds when the ignition is switched on. This is ‹ CAUTION
done as a bulb check procedure and the operator
should ensure that all lights are illuminated. If the emergency steering warning light
flashes, the machine must be steered to
safety as soon as possible and then stopped.
Cold Start Warning Light (1)
The emergency steering warning light flashes if
‹ WARNING there is an engine or main hydraulic pump failure
Do not start the engine until the cold start and the emergency steering is activated.
warning light (1) extinguishes. Damage to the
NOTE: The main warning light and the
engine could occur if this caution is ignored.
warning buzzer are also activated with the
emergency steering warning light.
The cold start function is automatic.

When the ignition is switched on and the engine Left Turn Indicator Light (5).
coolant temperature is below 15°C (59°F), the
warning light illuminates. The left turn indicator light will flash when the
steering column switch is moved to indicate a left
When it is safe to start the engine, the cold start turn.
warning light extinguishes.
If the hazard switch is ON, both direction
Low Engine Coolant Level Warning indicators flash.
Light (2)
Main Warning Light (6).
‹ CAUTION
‹ CAUTION
If the low engine coolant level warning light
flashes, the machine must be stopped and the Continued operation of the machine with the
engine shut down immediately. Engine main warning light illuminated will cause
damage may result if this caution is ignored. serious damage to the engine or
transmission.
The warning light flashes when the engine
coolant requires replenishing immediately. NOTE: The machine must be stopped as
soon as it is safe to do, when this light is on.
NOTE: The main warning light and the
warning buzzer are also activated with the low A warning buzzer also sounds when the main
engine coolant level warning light. warning light flashes if the engine is running.

Engine Fault Warning Light (3) High Beam Indicator Light (7).

If a fault on the engine occur the warning light will The indicator illuminates when the high beam
be illuminated. mode on the headlights is selected on the
steering column switch.
Stop the machine as soon as it is safe.
Engine Over Speed Warning light (8).
Check the fault codes and required action to
rectify the fault.
‹ WARNING
If the engine over speed warning light
illuminates, the engine speed must be
reduced immediately, using the service brake
as this over speed condition can cause
serious damage to the engine and
transmission.

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When the engine speed reach 2 270 r.p.m. The High Hydraulic Fluid Temperature
EVB and transmission retarder will be activated.
Warning Light (13)
If the EVB and transmission retarder fails and as
soon as the engine speed reaches 2 450 r.p.m. ‹ CAUTION
the following occurs:
If the high hydraulic fluid temperature
warning light flashes, the machine must be
• The engine over speed warning light stopped immediately.
illuminates and the buzzer will sound.
The high hydraulic fluid temperature warning light
Right Turn Indicator Light (9) flashes when the hydraulic fluid temperature
exceeds 95°C/100°C (203°F/212°F).
The right turn indicator light will flash when the
steering column switch is moved to indicate a If overheating occurs stop the machine, engage
right turn. neutral and allow the engine to run at
1500 r.p.m. until the hydraulic temperature
If the hazard switch is ON both direction returns to normal temperature and the warning
indicators flash. light extinguishes.

Check the fluid levels.

Park Brake Warning Light (10)
NOTE: The main warning light and the
The park brake warning light illuminates when the warning buzzer are also activated with the
park brake is applied and extinguishes when it is high hydraulic fluid temperature warning
released. light.

Brake System Pressure Warning Battery (Charge) Warning Light (14)

Light (11)
‹ CAUTION
‹ WARNING
If the battery charge warning light illuminates,
If the brake system low pressure warning the fault must be rectified or the batteries will
light flashes, the machine must be stopped be discharged.
immediately. Machine damage and/or
personal injury, perhaps fatal, may result if The warning light illuminates if the alternator is
this warning is ignored. not charging the batteries or if the engine is not
running and the ignition switch is ON.
The light flashes if the brake systems hydraulic
pressure drops below The normal operating voltage is between 25.5V
123 bar (1 784 psi). and 29.5V while the engine is running.

NOTE: The main warning light and the The balance between the two batteries are also
warning buzzer are also activated with the monitored and if a difference of greater than 1.2V
brake system low pressure warning light. occurs, the battery light is illuminated.

Wet Disc Brake Coolant Temperature This must be rectified immediately, or damage to
both batteries will occur.
Warning Light (12) (Not Used)
Retarder Light (15).

This light is activated when either the

transmission retarder or engine retarder (Exhaust
brake and/or Exhaust valve brake (EVB)) is
activated.

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Transmission Fault Warning Light Inter-axle Differential Lock Light (18)

(16).
‹ CAUTION
‹ CAUTION Do not operate the machine on hard surfaces
If the transmission fault warning light with the inter-axle differential lock engaged.
illuminates, the machine must be stopped Damage to the drive train may result if this
immediately using only the service brake and caution is not observed.
NOT the gear shift control.
The inter-axle differential lock light illuminates
The electronic control system is programmed to when the longitudinal differential lock is engaged.
inform the operator of a problem with the
transmission system and automatically take To engage inter-axle differential lock, the dash
action to protect the operator, machine and switch must be activated and the accelerator
transmission. must be released briefly.

When the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) The machine can be moving at any speed.
detects a “Do Not Shift” (DNS) condition, the
ECU restricts shifting, turns on the DNS warning High Range Attained Light (19) (2
light and registers a diagnostic code. Speed Version)
‹ CAUTION This light will illuminate when the high range gear
For some problems, diagnostic codes may be has been successfully selected in the
registered without the ECU activating the DNS differentials. It is an indication that air is
warning light. Whenever there is a physically been applied to the 2-speed differential
transmission related concern, consult BELL actuators.
EQUIPMENT Product Support.
Differential Lock Light (19)
Bin Raised Warning Light (17)
This light will illuminate when the differential lock
switch on the dash is activated. It is an indication
‹ WARNING that air is physically been applied to the
As a safety precaution it is recommended that differential lock actuators.
the operator should not drive the machine
when the bin up light is illuminated as this
may cause serious damage to the machine
and/or injury to personnel. Refer to Tip
Control Lever in this Chapter for special
instructions regarding driving the machine
while the bin is raised. The bin raised warning
light will illuminate when the bin is raised.

NOTE: Gear restriction will occur while the

bin is up.

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CHAPTER 2. OPERATOR CONTROL AND INSTRUMENTS

SECTION 3. SWITCHES

SWITCHES LEFT HAND SIDE

There are nine positions for switches on the panel. Each switch is manually operated to select a required
function.

• Position 1;2 and 3 are standard. • Position 7 - Not used.

• Position 4 - Work lights; Optional. • Position 8 - Not used.
• Position 5 - Flashing beacon; Optional. • Position 9 - Not used.
• Position 6 - Mirror defrost; Std.

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The switches and their functions are as follows: Switches On Middle Row

Switches On Top Row All optional features not chosen will be covered
by a blank piece.

The interior light switch (1).

The working light switch (1) (Optional).
The interior light switch is used to switch the
interior light on or off. The working light switch is used to operate the
working lights on the cab roof shining to the front
The switch has two positions: of the truck.

• OFF: Normal position light off. The lights switch has two positions:
• ON: Interior light on.
• OFF: Normal position light off.
The light switch (2). • ON: Work lights on.
The light switch is used to switch the head lights, The rotating beacon light switch (2)
rear lights and the dash lights on or off. (Optional).
NOTE: The park and tail will illuminate when The rotating beacon light switch is used to switch
the lights switch is in the central position, the flashing beacon on or off.
even if the ignition switch is OFF. However
the ignition switch must be ON for the The switch has two positions:
headlights to operate from the ignition switch
in the down position. • OFF: Normal position.
• ON: Flashing beacon light switched on.
The switch has three positions:
The defrost switch for electric mirrors (3).
• OFF: switch in the normal position.
• ON: Central Position; Park and tail lights ON. The defrost switch for electric mirrors is used to
• ON: Third Position: Headlights and Park Lights defrost the electric mirrors in cold and frosty
ON. environments.

The hazard light switch (3). The switch has two positions:

The hazard light switch to switch the hazard • OFF: Normal position.
lights on or off. • ON: Mirror defrost switched on.
The switch has two positions:

• OFF: Normal position lights off.

• ON: Hazards on.

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Switches On Bottom Row (Blank) WITCHES RIGHT HAND SIDE (2

SPEED VERSION)
Automatic Greasing System

1. Switch Selecting Greasing Cycle.

2. Light, Heavy Duty Cycle.
3. Light, Medium Duty Cycle.
4. Light, Normal Duty Cycle.
5. Warning Light, System “OFF”
6. Light, Grease Level In Reservoir.

The switch (1) is used to select between light,

normal and heavy duty cycles on the auto
greasing system.

To select another cycle, just press the switch and NOTE: When the Inter Axle Lock Switch has
release the switch until the light next to the been de-activated, selection of high range will
required cycle light up. not be allowed for a period of 30 seconds
after de-activation to ensure that the IDL has
When the ignition key is turned to the “ON” the properly disengaged before up shift to a
light next to the selected duty cycle will light up. higher range will be allowed.

When light, grease level light up, the level of the Inter Axle Differential Lock (IDL)
grease in the reservoir is low and must be refilled
or the system will shut down.
Switch (1)

When warning light (5) is on, the system has shut This switch is used to activate the inter-axle
down or there is an error in the system. differential lock. When switched “ON” the
inter-axle differential lock light will also be
illuminated on the dash board. Release the
accelerator briefly after this switch has been
activated. To ensure IDL is activated, check IDL
light “ON” on monitor display unit.

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The switch has two positions: Once the vehicle is in HIGH range, it will only
shift back into LOW range if the transmission is in
• OFF; Normal position. 1st gear, the vehicle travels less than 2 km/h (1.2
• ON; Inter-axle differential lock switched on, if mph) and the operator’s foot is completely off the
conditions are met. accelerator. If all these requirements are met, the
vehicle will automatically shift the 2-speed
The inter-axle differential lock is not available differentials into LOW range - no intervention or
when the vehicle is in HIGH range. When the precautions are necessary from the operator. The
inter-axle differential lock has been activated, the HIGH Range Attained light on the MDU will be
vehicle will not be allowed to change to HIGH extinguished once the shift to LOW range is
range. completed.

High/Low Range Switch (2) Gear Hold Switch (5)

The switch has two positions: NOTE: The Anti-Shift Cycle controlled by the
CCU that holds the transmission in the lower
gear for 12 seconds and engine at 2120 r.p.m.
• OFF; LOW range hold activated (only LOW
Is overrided when this switch is activated.
range allowed).
• ON; LOW and HIGH range allowed. The switch has two positions:
When the switch is “OFF”, the vehicle will not be
allowed to change to HIGH range. This is • OFF; Normal position.
provided to give the operator control over • ON; Gear hold switched on.
allowing the vehicle to go into HIGH range. In
certain applications the operator may want to When the switch is “OFF”, the transmission is in
restrict the vehicle to LOW range only - keep this the normal automatic operating mode.
switch in the “OFF” position to achieve this.
When the switch is “ON”, the transmission will
When the switch is “ON”, the vehicle will be hold the gear that it is in at the time of the switch
allowed to change to HIGH range. HIGH range is being activated. Normal down shifting will occur,
only achieved if the transmission is in 6th gear, but the transmission will not up shifts to a higher
the machine travels faster than 34 km/h (21.1 gear until the switch is switched “OFF” (except in
mph), the engine torque >40%, the accelerator overspeed conditions).
pushed down >95% and the inter-axle differential
lock switch has been OFF for 30 seconds. Once When the switch is activated, the gear shift
these requirements are met, the vehicle will display screen on the gear shift control will
automatically shift the 2-speed differentials into display the gear number that the transmission will
HIGH range - no intervention or precautions are be ‘held’ in.
necessary from the operator. The HIGH Range
Attained light on the MDU will be illuminated if the Blank (6).
shift has occurred successfully.

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SWITCHES RIGHT HAND SIDE The switch has two positions:

(SINGLE SPEED VERSION) • OFF; Normal position.

• ON; Gear hold switched on.
When the switch is “OFF”, the transmission is in
the normal automatic operating mode.

When the switch is “ON”, the transmission will

hold the gear that it is in at the time of the switch
being activated. Normal down shifting will occur,
but the transmission will not up shifts to a higher
gear until the switch is switched “OFF” (except in
over speed conditions).

When the switch is activated, the gear shift

display screen on the gear shift control will
display the gear number that the transmission will
be ‘held’ in.

Differential Lock Switch (3)

The switch is a non detente switch and will return

to off position as soon as switch is released:

This switch is used to activates the differential

lock on the axles.

When this switch is activated the differential lock

light will illuminate on the centre control panel.

To activate the differential locks, press and

release the switch. The differential locks will be
activated for 30 seconds.

If differential lock is still required, just press the

switch again and the differential locks will be
activated for another 30 seconds.

Mirror Adjustment Switches (4) and

(5)
Inter Axle Differential Lock (IDL)
Switch (1) Use the mirror selector switch (4) to select the
mirror you would like to adjust (either left or right).
See Description for 2 Speed Version.
Use the directional switch (5) to move the
selected mirror in the direction desired.
Gear Hold Switch (2)
Move the mirror selector switch (4) to the centre
NOTE: The Anti-Shift Cycle controlled by the position when done to prevent accidental mirror
CCU that holds the transmission in the lower movement if switch (5) is bumped.
gear for 12 seconds and engine at 2120 r.p.m.
Is overrided when this switch is activated.
Blank (6).

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IGNITION SWITCH BATTERY DISCONNECT

SWITCH

‹ WARNING
Only in an emergency use the battery
disconnect switch to switch off the machine.

The ignition switch (1) is located on the right

hand side on the dashboard.

The ignition switch is key operated and has four

positions, OFF, ACCESSORY, ON and
IGNITION.

‹ CAUTION
Do not stop the engine immediately after
bringing the machine to a halt. Allow the
engine to idle for two minutes before
switching off the ignition. This allows for
proper lubrication and for all temperatures to
stabilise.

NOTE: The ignition switch will only operate if The battery disconnect switch (1) is located
the battery disconnect switch is ON. inside the battery box.

The battery disconnect switch is used to isolate

the electrical power from the batteries to the
machine.

‹ CAUTION
1. Always switch OFF the battery disconnect
switch when the engine is shut down and the
machine is left unattended. If the switch is left
ON for long periods while the engine is shut
down, the batteries may become discharged.
2. Always switch OFF the battery disconnect
switch before any maintenance or repair is
performed on the machine’s electrical system
or any welding work is performed.

The battery disconnect switch has two positions,

“OFF” and “ON”, the switch position is clearly
marked on the switch’s face plate.

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BATTERY CIRCUIT BREAKER STEERING COLUMN SWITCH

BOX
The battery circuit breaker box is located inside
the battery box.

The steering column switch is a stalk switch (1)

located on the steering column.

The operation of the switch is as follows:

There are three circuit breakers located in the

battery box. One circuit breaker rated 60A and
two rated 20A.

The 60A circuit breaker (1) protects the • To indicate a right turn, move the switch
machine’s primary electrical circuits (24V) from a upwards (1).
possible overload condition or fault from the • To indicate a left turn move, the switch
batteries. downwards (2) from the operator.
• For high beam headlights move the switch
The 20A circuit breaker (2) protects the towards the dash (3).
machine’s 12V circuits. (Battery Balancer Marked
12V). • To dip the headlights move the switch away
from the dash (4).
The 20A circuit breaker (3) protects the • To operate the horn push the end (5) of the
machine’s fuel heater system (optional switch.
equipment) and the purging unit and coolant level
switch.

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• Turn handle of switch anti-clockwise to switch AIR CONDITIONER

wiper intermittent on (6).
• Position (0) is “OFF”.
• Turn handle clockwise to position (7) for slow
wiper speed.
• Turn handle clockwise to position (8) for fast
wiper speed.
• To flash for passing: push switch forward to
position (9) and release.
NOTE: Intermittent time cycle can be set via
the Menu Display Unit.

CLIMATE CONTROL The air conditioner and the filter housing (1) are
located inside the right side panel (2) on the cab.
Vents
The airconditioner radiator are located in front of
the coolant pack.

There are four climate control vents (1) installed

in the cab. The air conditioner’s control panel is located on
the left hand side of the cab roof and enables the
The vents are opened and closed manually. The following functions:
vents can be turned to direct the flow of the air.
To open the vents, push on the full visible fin (2) Switch (1) controls the fresh air vent. When the
and to close, push on the small fin (3). switch is pressed the air vent is closed to allow re
circulation.
Sun Vizor When the fan speed knob (4) is turned in a
clockwise direction, the fan speed is increased
progressively.

Air conditioner switch (3) switches the air

conditioner on or off in conjunction with the
blower fan being on.

When the air conditioner switch is ON, and the

fan switch is also ON, conditioned air is circulated
through the air vents.

When the temperature control knob (2) is turned

in a clockwise direction, the air circulated through
the air vents is progressively warmed.
The sun vizor is located in the roof and folds
When the temperature control knob is turned in a
down when pulled.
counter clockwise direction, the air circulated
through the air vents is progressively cooled.
The operator can adjust it to the best position to
block out sun light to his face.

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Control knob (5) control the position where the air Reverse Lights
is directed to in the cab.

LIGHTS

Front Lights

The machine is equipped with two white halogen

lights (1) as reverse lights.

The reverse lights illuminate and a warning

buzzer sounds when the reverse gear is
selected.

The front of the machine is equipped with two

Interior Light
front light units, one on each side of the machine:
headlight (1), and indicator (2).

The headlights are operated from the lights

switch on the dashboard and the stalk switch on
the steering column.

The grill in front of the lights is optional.

Rear Lights

There are two interior lights in the cab and both

operated from a switch on the dashboard.

One is in the inside of the roof hatch to give light

when hatch is opened and fuses or relays have
to be replaced.

The other light is shown above (1).

The rear of the machine is equipped with stop/tail
lights (1) and indicator light (2) and a reflector (3). Working Lights (Optional)
The stop light illuminates when the brake pedal is
depressed or when the engine retarder or The truck is equipped with two working lights
transmission retarder is activated. fitted on the roof of the cab. One facing forward
and an articulation reverse light, facing
The park lights operates from the lights switch on rearwards.
the dashboard.
The working light facing to the front is switched
The indicator light operates from the stalk switch ON with a switch on the dash.
on the steering column.
The articulation reverse light only lights up when
reverse gear is selected.

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Front , Rear Work Lights and Rotating HATCH IN ROOF

Beacon Light

The truck is equipped with three working lights

fitted and a rotating beacon light (3) on the roof of
The hatch in the roof provides access to the
the cab. One facing rearwards (1) and two facing
circuit breakers and relays.
forward (2).
To open hatch; push knob (1) on locking
The working lights are switched ON with a switch
mechanism.
on the dash.
The hatch has a gas operated shock to assist
The rotating beacon light is switched ON with a
with the lowering of the hatch.
switch on the dash.

Manuals Compartment CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL

The following figure details the circuit breaker box
located under the hatch inside the roof:

The Operator’s manual and parts catalogue

compartment (1) is in the roof panel above the
emergency exit.

For functions of the relays and fuses, refer to the

decal on page 34 of this manual.

Push in a circuit breaker to reset a circuit that has

tripped.

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FUSES AND DIODES

The relays are located below the cover in the

roof.

For functions of the relays and fuses, refer to the

decal on page 34 of this manual.

RELAYS

For functions of the relays and fuses, refer to the decal on page 34 of this manual.

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MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT WHEEL SPANNER AND BRACE

Ash Tray, Cigarette Lighter/ 12 V

Accessories Socket and Drinks
Holder

A wheel spanner and brace are located on the

floor of the cab, next to the left hand side of the
operator’s seat and are secured in position by
two plates.

Bonnet Catch Release Handle

The cigarette lighter (1) is located in the 12 V

accessories socket on the right hand side of the
cab next to the ash tray (2).

To operate the cigarette lighter:

• Ensure that the ignition switch is ON or in the

accessory position.
• Press the lighter push button in.
• Wait until a click is heard.
• Remove the lighter from the housing.
‹ WARNING
Do not touch the front of the lighter when
removing if from the housing. This will cause When the handle is pulled the bonnet catch is
released and the bonnet can be raised.
a serious burn.

The cigarette lighter socket can be used as a 12

V power supply point.

The following procedure must be used to utilise

the socket as a power point:

• Remove the cigarette lighter from the socket

and store in a safe place.
• Place the 12 V accessory plug into the socket.
The accessory will have electrical power when
the ignition switch is ON.
• When the accessory is no longer required
replace the cigarette lighter into the socket.

A drinks holder (3) is also installed to hold a cup

or glass and is located next to the ash tray.
When the bonnet is raised ensure that it is fully
open, the lifting strut (1) will be fully extended.

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WINDSCREEN WASHER WATER WINDSCREEN WIPER AND

RESERVOIR WASHER NOZZLE

The machine is fitted with a single windscreen

wiper which is equipped with a washer nozzle (1).

The wiper/washer switch (part of the stalk switch)

The windscreen washer water reservoir (1) is activates the windscreen wiper motor and/or
located at the left hand side of the cab under the washer.
bonnet.
HORNS
To refill the water bottle:

• Tilt Bonnet.
• Remove the filler cap (2) and fill the bottle with
a window cleaning solution.
• Ensure that the cap is replaced securely.
• Check electrical connection and fluid delivery
hose for wear/damage and operation.

The horns (1) is located on the right of the

machine, underneath the air cleaner and is
operated from the steering column stalk switch.

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Electrical Horn FIRE EXTINGUISHER

The fire extinguisher is mounted between the
operator and trainer seat.

To use the fire extinguisher:

Removing The Fire Extinguisher

An electrical horn (1) is fitted and will be activated

along with the normal horns from the steering
column stalk switch.

Reverse Warning Buzzer

When reverse gear is selected, the reverse lights

illuminate and a warning buzzer (1) sounds at the
rear of the machine.

Remove the pin securing the clip, loosen the clip

(1) securing the fire extinguisher and remove the
fire extinguisher from the mounting bracket.

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Activate The Fire Extinguisher ELECTRICAL MIRROR

BRACKETS

Pull out the safety pin (1), point the nozzle (2), at
the base of the fire and pull the lever (3) towards
the handle. The electrical mirrors (1) are mounted on a
bracket (2).
NOTE: 1. Replace the fire extinguisher
immediately after use with a charged fire The bracket can be swivelled out to the front or
extinguisher. rear of the cab to make access to the bonnet
2. The fire Extinguisher must be serviced at easier.
regular intervals to ensure optimal
serviceability of the fire extinguisher. Swing the bracket back after work has been
done.
EMERGENCY EXIT HAMMER
12-VOLT ACCESSORY SOCKET

A 12-Volt accessory socket used to power

operator accessories.

The hammer is located on the cab frame on the

rear right hand pillar and is used in emergencies
to break a window to exit the cab.

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CHAPTER 3. PROCEDURES BEFORE STARTING

SECTION 1. SAFETY

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EMERGENCY EXIT

Before operating the machine the following safety
instructions must be observed:

• Read and fully understand this manual, before

you start operating the machine.
• Never operate the machine while under the
influence of alcohol, medication or any other
drugs.
• Wear the required protective clothing for safe
machine operation.
• When mounting or dismounting the machine
always face the machine and use the hand
rails and steps provided. Never jump off the
machine.

The cab has 2 exit points, which are as follows:

NORMAL EXIT
• Emergency exit (right side window).
To remove the window:

• Remove the emergency exit tool from the

holder.
• Move as far away from the window that’s
going to be broken.
• Strike the window as hard as possible.
• Keep on till the window is shattered.
• Remove the window, and get out.
NOTE: 1. Be careful not to cut yourself with
broken glass.
2. Protect face and body from flying glass
slivers.

• The cab access door (1) for normal access

and exiting of the cab.

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CHAPTER 3. PROCEDURES BEFORE STARTING

SECTION 2. BEFORE STARTING

SAFETY RULES 1. Raise the bonnet and check the condition of

the lifting strut, pivots and restraining straps.
Operator Duties 2. Check the machine for oil leaks, especially in
the vicinity of the transmission.
The operator must know the rules and safety
aspects of the site. The operator must study the 3. Check the condition and tension of the
following rules and become aware of how to alternator belts.
avoid serious injury and/or machine damage.
4. Check for loose, frayed or corroded
• It is the operator’s duty to report all damage connections in the wiring harness.
and wear which may endanger the operator or
cause damage to the machine. 5. Check the engine mountings and cab
• Only trained personnel may operate the mountings are secure and the rubber elements
machine. are not damaged.
• Check that a “DO NOT OPERATE” tag is not
attached to the steering wheel. If the tag is 6. Ensure that all the hose connections are tight
attached, do not operate the machine. and inspect for leaks, cracks or chafing damage.
• Complete the Walk Round Check (refer to next
7. Check that the exhaust connections, exhaust
instruction). If any defects are found, do not
brake valve and actuator are secure.
operate the machine. Attach the “DO NOT
OPERATE” tag to the steering wheel and
8. Check that the batteries are secure and the
remove the machine key. connections are tight.
• Report all defects and problems encountered
during the Walk Round Check to the service 9. Check that the hydraulic motor driven fan and
personnel. cooler fins of the hydraulic oil cooler are not
damaged.
Daily Walk Round Check
10. Check that the hydraulic oil cooler fins are not
The Daily Walk Round Check must always be restricted.
carried out before operating the machine at the
beginning of a work shift or after a change of 11. Check the cooling pack for cleanliness and
operator during a shift. ensure there are no restrictions to the cooling
function.
The operator starts his check at the left of the
machine and walks around the machine in a 12. Check the security of the cooling pack
clockwise direction. assembly and inspect for leaks.

NOTE: The machine must be parked in the 13. Inspect the air cleaner assembly for damage
straight ahead position on firm, level ground and security.
with the bin down and the park brake applied.
14. Clean the pre-cleaner bowl if required.
It is recommended that the machine is thoroughly
15. Check the service indicator and service the
washed before starting the Walk Round Check.
filter elements if required.
The following is a list of the tasks required in the
16. Reset the service indicator. Check that the
Daily Walk Round Check. For a more detailed
vacuator valve is not restricted and is
description of the tasks refer to the Daily or
undamaged
10 Hourly Service Checks in the Service
Manual.

The service decal located on the side of the cab

lists the scheduled service needs (maintenance
schedule) and is useful for locating the items.

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17. Check the engine oil level 30. Ensure that the drive shaft assemblies are
secure.
18. Check the engine coolant level.
31. Check the wheels, wheel nuts and
19. Drain the fuel/water separator filter. components for damage and security.

20. Inspect the suspension and shock absorbers. 32. Check the tyres for cuts and damage.

21. Check that the steering cylinders are secure. 33. Check the tyre pressures (refer to the decal
for pressures).
22. Check the transfer case oil level.
34. Check the fuel level.
23. Ensure that the transfer case mountings are
secure and undamaged. 35. Ensure that the wind shield, side and rear
windows and the rear view mirrors are clean.
24. Check the hydraulic fluid level.
36. Ensure that there are no obstructions around
25. Lubricate as required. the machine before moving off.

26. Check auto greaser reservoir level. 37. Ensure that there are no obstructions in the
cab, especially under and around the pedals and
27. Check all lubrication points for proper controls before moving off.
lubrication.
38. Ensure that the seat belt is in proper working
28. Inspect the park brake disc pads linings. order and fasten the seat belt before start-up.

29. Check the axles and components (trailing

arms, stabiliser links and sandwich blocks) for
leaks, damage and security.

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SECTION 1. SAFETY

‹ CAUTION
Read and understand all of the operator
related chapters in this manual before
performing any of the following procedures
and obey all Warnings and Cautions
contained in the sections. Refer to the
detailed procedures in the relevant chapter.

SAFETY RULES
Trainers are only allowed on machines provided
with a trainer seat and with approval by site
management.

Always wear the seat belt when operating the

machine.

Check that the mirrors are correctly positioned for

the best visibility.

Check that no personnel are near the machine.

Adapt the machine speed to road conditions, load

and visibility.

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SECTION 2. STARTING

BEFORE STARTING THE

ENGINE
Ensure that the Daily or 10 Hourly Service
Checks have been completed. Adjust the
operator’s seat for the best operator comfort and
easy access to the machine controls.

Fasten the seat belt and adjust the seat belt to fit
firmly across the front of the pelvis.

‹ WARNING
Do not start the machine by shorting across
starter terminals. Never start machine while
standing on the ground. Always start machine
from operator’s seat with park brake applied. • Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch
(1).
Starting the Engine in Warm Weather • Turn the ignition switch clockwise to the ON
position.
• Apply the horn for two seconds, wait for five
‹ WARNING seconds.
Never turn the ignition switch On and
immediately OFF again. This will reset the Turn the key one step further to start engine.
cranking time and damage to the starter
motor can occur. ‹ CAUTION
1. Do not run the engine at high speed (r.p.m.)
Starting the engine in warm weather does not
or heavy loading until the engine oil,
require any special procedures.
transmission fluid and hydraulic fluid have
warmed up to normal operating temperatures.
The following procedure must be used to start the
engine in warm weather: 2. Do not hold the key in the start position for
more than seventeen seconds. If the engine
does not start, wait two minutes before
• Ensure the battery disconnect switch is turned attempting to restart the engine to allow the
ON.
battery to stabilise. If the engine does not
• Ensure the park brake is applied. start after two attempts investigate the cause.
• Ensure the gear shift is in the neutral position.
NOTE: The engine cannot be started when Starting the Engine in Cold Weather
any gear is selected.
‹ WARNING
Do not use starting fluid in machine. Damage
to the engine may result.

NOTE: The engine cannot be started when

any gear is selected.

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The following procedure must be used to start the SHUTTING DOWN THE ENGINE
engine in cold weather:
The following procedure must be used to shut
• Ensure the batteries disconnect switch is down the engine:
turned ON.
• Ensure the park brake is applied.
‹ CAUTION
• Ensure the gear shift is in the neutral position.
1. Never stop the engine from high idle. This
will cause damage to the turbo charger and
the engine.
2. Do not shut the engine down with the
ignition still “ON” using the battery
disconnect switch. This could cause error
codes to be logged from electrical modules
that need ignition sequence shut down before
battery power is disconnected. Allow 10
seconds delay from ignition OFF to battery
disconnect switch OFF.

• Stop the machine in the straight ahead

position.
• Apply the park brake.
Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch (1). • Select neutral (N).
• Allow the engine to idle for 2 minutes to allow
Turn the ignition switch clockwise to the ON the engine temperature to stabilise.
position. • Turn the ignition switch counter-clockwise to
the OFF position.
NOTE: The cold start function of the machine • If the machine is stopped overnight ensure the
is automatic. The cold start function will only battery disconnect switch is turned to the OFF
operate when the outside temperature drops position and that the park brake is ON.
below 15°C (59°F).

• Wait until the cold start indicator light USING BOOSTER BATTERIES
extinguishes (approx. 20 seconds).
• Apply the horn for two seconds, wait five ‹ WARNING
seconds.
Before boost starting, machine must be
• Turn the ignition key to the start position to properly shut down and secured to prevent
start the engine. unexpected machine movement when engine
starts.
‹ CAUTION
1. Do not run the engine at high speed (r.p.m.) ‹ CAUTION
or heavy loading until the engine oil,
transmission fluid and hydraulic fluid have An explosive gas is produced while batteries
warmed up to normal operating temperatures. are in use or being charged. Keep flames or
2. Do not hold the key in the start position for sparks away from battery area. Make sure the
more than 17 seconds. If the engine does not batteries are charged in a well ventilated area.
start, wait 2 minutes before attempting to
restart the engine to allow the battery to NOTE: The machine electrical system is a
stabilise. If the engine does not start after two 24-Volt negative (-) ground system. Connect
attempts investigate the cause. two 12-Volt booster batteries together in
3. Engine will not start by towing or pushing. series as shown for 24-Volts.
Permanent damage to the transmission will
result.

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Rules For Jump Starting

‹ WARNING
Jump starting could damage or destroy
electronic control units. Jump starting
procedure is carried out at your own risk.

Maintain batteries & connections in good

condition to avoid jump starting.

Do not smoke while jump starting or per forming

maintenance checks on batteries.

GD1025CFM
If using another vehicle to jump start ensure the
system voltage are the same: 12 volt cannot be
used to crank a 24 volt engine.
Switch battery disconnect switch to “OFF”
Do not allow vehicles to touch one another.
Connect one end of the positive cable to the
positive terminal of the machine batteries (A) and Never use a rapid battery charger to boost from.
the other end to the positive terminal of the
booster batteries (B). Ensure a good solid Electrolye can freeze at -10°C (14°F). Never
connection. jump start a frozen battery as it can explode.
Always thaw out frozen batteries completely
Connect one end of the negative cable to the before jump starting.
negative terminal of the booster batteries (B) and
the other end to the machine as far away from Always disconnect the negative booster lead at
the batteries as possible, preferably to a machine the chassis connection point first when
earth point and not onto a painted section. disconnecting booster batteries.
Verify that the booster batteries are connected in Never disconnect booster batteries at high r.p.m.
the correct order to prevent reverse battery
polarity connection. Never remove/disconnect the machine batteries
while the engine is running (i.e. no batteries
Switch battery disconnect switch to “ON” and all connected on the truck - only alternator supply
other electrical loads such as lights, air electrical requirements). This can damage
conditioner, etc. “OFF” before starting the alternator regulator and electronic control units.
engine.
Never connect batteries or booster batteries the
Start the engine (See Starting Engine in this wrong way around. Reverse polarity connection
section). will destroy the engine control unit and alternator
rectifier.
Remove the cables. (Disconnect negative cable
first from the machine and then from the negative
terminal on the booster batteries. Only
disconnect with engine idling).

Disconnect positive cable.

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SECTION 3. RUNNING-IN

RUNNING-IN INSTRUCTIONS Gear Shifting Safety Functions

The machine’s run-in period is the First 100 SMR The transmission control unit does not allow
of operation. The machine MUST be serviced at shifting from neutral to a gear when the engine
100 SMR to ensure maximum machine service r.p.m. is above 900 r.p.m. If “D” is selected while
life. the engine r.p.m. is above 900 r.p.m. the shifter
display will blink. Select “N” again, let engine
The 100 SMR service MUST ONLY be done by return to idle and re-select “D”.
BELL EQUIPMENT Service Personnel.
Gear Shifting
Driving
Gear shifting in automatic is dependent upon
Safety Rules engine speed (r.p.m.) and operating conditions
(on site conditions).
Check that all the gauges and indicators are
operational. Ensure the readings are correct. NOTE: 1. Gear selection from Neutral is not
Refer to Chapter 2, Operator’s, Controls and possible if the park brake is not applied. (Park
Instruments for the correct readings. brake can only be released while in neutral
when the service brakes are applied).
Wait until there is sufficient air pressure {750kPa 2. The engine torque is reduced to 0% by the
(109psi)} before driving the machine. software until neutral to gear engagement is
completed.
Check that there are no personnel on or around
the machine before driving the machine. The following procedure must be used in gear
shifting:
Check the steering and brake functions and
confirm that the reverse alarm sounds when • Start the engine.
reverse is selected. • Apply the service brake.
Sound the horn before moving off. Forward Selection (Automatic)

Gear Shifting • Select D on the gear selector.

• Release the park brake.
‹ CAUTION • Release the service brake and increase the
engine speed (r.p.m.).
1. Do not allow the machine to free wheel
(coast in neutral) as this will cause damage to As the machine speed increases, the
the transmission. transmission will select (sequentially) the next
2. Do not continually select from 1st forward gear.
to 1st reverse as this will cause damage to
the transmission. With drive D selected, the attainable gears will be
displayed.
NOTE: The two speed truck is equipped with
two speed differentials; High Range and Low Reverse Selection
Range. For more information See “Two Speed
Version” on pages 102 and 103. • Select Reverse (R) on the gear selector.
• Release the park brake.
The transmission has 6 forward gears and 1 • Release the service brake and increase the
reverse gear with automatic lock-up in all gears. engine speed (r.p.m.).
The transmission can be operated as a fully
automatic transmission. All automatic gear
shifting will be controlled by the machine’s
electronic control unit.

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Controlled Gear Range SLOWING AND STOPPING

For certain conditions only a limited range of
gears may be required. To select the range of NOTE: If the transmission is in neutral and
gears required, proceed as follows: the service brake is not applied, the park
brake will automatically be applied after 4
• Start the engine. seconds.
• Ensure that the park brake is applied.
During normal operation, machine must be
• Apply the service brake. stopped using the service brakes. If a machine is
• Select D on the gear selector. stopped for more than a few seconds, the park
• Press the down shift button to the required brake must be applied.
number of gears. Example: if 3 is pre-selected,
gears 4, 5, and 6 will not be attained unless an Retarders
over speed condition occurs.
Engine Retarder
To select normal driving gear range the drive
button D must be pressed.
The engine retarder system (Exhaust Brake) is
fully automatic and will be activated when the
DOWN SHIFTING OR REVERSE accelerator pedal is fully released.
INHIBITOR On down hill operation, if engine governed speed
is exceeded, the transmission may up shift to the
NOTE: Shifting from neutral (N) to drive (D) next higher gear. This will reduce braking. Apply
or reverse (R) is inhibited when engine speed service brakes to prevent exceeding engine
is above 900r.p.m. governed speed.

Although there is no speed limitation on up NOTE: Down shifting to a lower gear

shifting, there is on down shifting and shifts from increases the effectiveness of the engine
neutral to drive or reverse. If a down shift or N - braking.
to - D or R is selected when engine speed is too
high, the TCU will prevent the shift until neutral is When machine is fully loaded or slope is steep, it
selected or engine speed or road speed is may be desirable to pre-select a lower gear
reduced. before reaching the slope.

Accelerator Control When exhaust brake is engaged, the

transmission automatically starts to down shift to
a lower gear. The digital display will indicate “2”
‹ CAUTION while this happens.
To avoid injury or property damage caused by
sudden movement of the machine, do not When second gear is attained and machine has
make shift from neutral (N) to drive (D) or slowed, the exhaust brake will be disengaged
reverse (R) while pressing accelerator. and the digital display will return to the previous
value shown.
NOTE: Shifting from neutral to drive or
Transmission Retarder
reverse is inhibited when engine speed is
above 900r.p.m. “R” or “6” will flash in the
The transmission retarder, as well as the engine
display window if a shift is attempted above retarder is automatically engaged when the
900r.p.m. accelerator pedal is released.
The position of the accelerator pedal influences The retarder light on the dash will light whenever
the timing at which automatic shifting will occur at the transmission retarder and exhaust valve
fast engine speeds. brakes are activated.
A partially depressed accelerator pedal position The transmission retarder is applied when a
will cause up shifts at slow engine speeds. retarder position is selected at the retarder lever
and the accelerator pedal is fully released.

Retardation can be selected between a choice of

6 different retardation percentages.

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Position “0” and “1” induces the same amount Park Brake (Normal Operation)
of retardation.
NOTE: 1. The park brake will be applied when
15% retardation is applied whenever the service the key is turned to OFF position. If machine
brake pedal is pressed, even if the lever is in the was stopped and the park brake was not
“0” position. applied, the park brake lever must be moved
to the engaged position before park brake can
To resume driving, release service brake pedal. be released.
The transmission will automatically select the 2. The park brake must only be applied when
lowest gear. the machine is completely stationary.

When the machine is to be stopped for more than

BRAKING a few seconds the following must be done:
The general rule for braking is that the retarder • Stop the machine using the service brake.
should be used before the service brakes in order
to reduce the brake disc wear. • Apply the park brake.
• Select Neutral (N).
Service Brakes and Park Brake • Release the service brake.

Park Brake (Truck Moving)

During normal operation the machine must be
stopped using the service brakes. When the When the transmission is in neutral for more than
machine is stopped for more than a few seconds 4 seconds and the vehicle speed is below 5km/hr
the park brake must be applied. the park brake will be applied automatically.
Service Brakes NOTE: Before park brake can be released,
the park brake lever must be moved to the
‹ WARNING applied position, a gear must be selected or
Avoid using the service brake over extended the brake pedal pressed.
periods. Excessive use of the service brakes
will result in the brake assembly overheating Park Brake Protection
which in extreme circumstances could result
NOTE: This feature is to assist in pulling-off
in a brake assembly failure.
on an incline.
Stopping the machine with the service brakes is
When the Brake Pedal is not pressed and the
done as follows:
truck is standing still(< 1km/h) and the Park
Brake is on while the transmission is in gear then
• Release the accelerator. the engine torque is limited to 55%.
NOTE: 1. When the accelerator is released
the engine retarder as well as transmission This limit is set at 55 % so that the park brake
retarder (if Equipped) will be activated. can be tested to function correctly without being
2. It is recommended that the retarder brake able to drive through it. As soon as the park
function is used to slow the machine down brake lever is released, 100% torque is available
and the service brakes used to stop the for pull away on steep inclines.
machine.
If the Park Brake is applied while driving(>1km/h)
then the engine torque is limited to 0% until the
• While driving the machine normally the brake vehicle speed is below 1 km/h at which time 55%
pedal must be pressed.
torque is allowed.
• When extra brake force is required or
continuous retardation, use the retarder switch
to activate the retarder. Emergency Braking
NOTE: The transmission will automatically The park brake can be used (if possible in
select the lowest pull-off gear. conjunction with the retarder) as an emergency
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If the service brakes fail after the machine has Inter-axle Differential Lock (IDL)
been slowed down with the retarder, the machine
Control
can be stopped using the park brake. The
following must be done:
Engaging the Inter-axle Differential Lock
• Apply the park brake. The following procedure must be used to engage
• When the machine has come to full stop turn the inter-axle differential lock:
the ignition switch to the OFF (O) position.
• Contact your BELL EQUIPMENT Product • Switch the inter-axle differential lock switch
Support Representative. ON (can be done at any speed).
NOTE: The service brake system is designed • Release the accelerator pedal briefly.
such that the front and rear chassis brakes • IDL light will illuminate to confirm successful
are applied via two separate brake control engagement.
systems. If brake system failure occurs in one
of the systems, the other system will still Disengaging the Inter-axle Differential Lock
have sufficient retardation force to stop the
machine. If both brake systems are defective The following procedure must be used to
use the park brake to stop the truck, as disengage the inter-axle differential lock:
described above.
• Switch the inter-axle differential lock switch
OFF (at any speed).
OPERATING WITH INTER-AXLE
• The inter-axle differential lock indicator will
DIFFERENTIAL LOCK extinguish.

‹ CAUTION Operating The High Range Switch (2

The differential lock must not be engaged Speed Version Only)
when the machine is operating on tar or
graded surfaces. This will cause damage to The B50D 6X6 ADT is equipped with 2-speed
the differential. differentials. These differentials are spring loaded
into LOW range, and is pneumatically shifted into
NOTE: It is recommended that the inter-axle HIGH range only when certain conditions are
differential lock is only engaged when the met.
machine is operating on very poor ground
conditions. This allows the vehicle to always start off in LOW
range, rapidly climb arduous inclines and then
The inter-axle differential lock switch operates the change into HIGH range (faster vehicle speeds)
differential lock in the transfer case. (Single once conditions allow.
Speed Version).
The switching to HIGH range and back into LOW
The inter-axle differential lock switch operates the range is controlled by the chassis computer, and
differential lock in the transfer case and middle no additional inputs, precautions or intervention is
axle differential. (2 Speed Version). necessary from the operator.

On both single and 2 - speed, IDL is spring Switching Into HIGH Range (2 Speed Version
applied, air released. This means that IDL will be Only)
in locked position every time machine is
NOTE: All six Transmission forward gears
shut-down, irrespective of switch position.
are available in High Range as well.
It will only disengage after machine is started and
switch is in “OFF” position and air pressure has Switching into HIGH range is allowed only when
sufficiently built up and drive train is sufficiently the following conditions are met:
released to allow device to disengage. (The light
on the MDU will indicate the lock status). • The High/Low Range Switch is in the “ON”
position (See “High/Low Range Switch” on
page 76).
• The transmission is in 6th gear.

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• The vehicle travels faster than 34 km/h (21.1 OPERATING WITH

mph).
• The inter-axle differential lock switch is on the CONTROLLED TRACTION
“OFF” position. DIFFERENTIAL (CTD) LOCK
• Accelerator is pushed in >95% and the engine
torque is >40%. ‹ CAUTION
Once these requirements are met, the vehicle will Do not engage the CTD lock while the
automatically shift the 2-speed differentials into machine is travelling on tar or graded
HIGH range - no intervention or precautions are surfaces. This will cause damage to the
necessary from the operator. The HIGH Range differential.
Attained light on the MDU will be illuminated if the
shift has occurred successfully. It is recommended that both the inter axle
differential locks and the CTD locks are engaged
The operator can keep his foot on the accelerator when the machine is travelling over poor ground
during this shifting progress, and continue driving conditions.
as normal. The transmission will take care of
shifting to the appropriate transmission gear for The CTD lock is engaged and disengaged as
the conditions. follows:

Switching Into LOW Range (2 Speed Version NOTE: CTD can be activated or deactivated
Only) at any speed.

Switching into LOW range is allowed only when • Push the CTD Lock switch.
the following conditions are met: • The system will activate the Differential Lock
for a period of 30 seconds after the switch is
• The transmission is in 1st gear. pushed.
• The vehicle travels slower than 2 km/h (1.2 • After 30 seconds the differential locks will
mph) automatically be disengaged. The 30 seconds
• The operator’s foot is completely off the start when the switch is pushed.
accelerator.
NOTE: If the 30 seconds is not enough, just
switch the CTD Lock switch on again.
In certain applications the operator may want to
restrict the vehicle to LOW range only. Switch the
Range hold switch to the “OFF” position, and the Wheel slip and wheel spin:
vehicle will not shift into HIGH range.
• Stop the machine.
Gear Hold Switch (2 Speed And Single Speed • Depress CTD switch and drive off.
Versions)

The gear hold switch allows the operator to lock

the transmission so that it will not be able to
attain a higher gear than the one when the gear
hold switch was activated.

See “Gear Hold Switch (5) (2 Speed and

Single Speed Version” on page 76 and page
77).

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SECTION 4. OPERATING THE MACHINE

SAFETY LOADING THE MACHINE

‹ WARNING The following procedure must be used to load the

machine:
Always be alert and careful when operating
the machine. Accidents can cause injury or
even death to personnel.
Pay Load

See “Pay Load” Chapter 8, Page 135.

Avoid Work Site Hazards
• Position the machine in a straight ahead
Avoid Overhead Power Lines position.
• Apply the park brake.
• Select Neutral (N).
When the loading operator signals that the bin is
fully loaded the following must be done:

• Select Drive (D).

• Release the park brake and drive off slowly.

Raising the Bin

‹ WARNING
The maximum side slope angle for tipping is
20° for a standard machine as supplied from
the factory. Tipping on a slope angle more
than 20° and/or non solid surface can result in
machine rolling over.

GD0014CFM

Never move any part of the machine within 3 m

(10 ft) plus twice the line insulator length, as
serious injury or death may result.

Operate Only On Solid Footing 20° Max.

Avoid working on surfaces that could collapse
under machine.
50D0015CFM
Be alert working near embankments, excavations
and with bin raised.

Look out for embankments. Be alert when

backing up to slopes.

Use caution when backing up to berms before

dumping load.

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‹ WARNING STEERING
Do not operate the bin tip lever unless the
transmission is in neutral (or dumping in 1st Normal Steering
or reverse). This practice can over-ride the
safety functions and could cause damage to The machine’s normal steering system is
the machine and/or personal injury. operational when the engine is operating.

Reverse Bin Scrape Protection ‹ WARNING

There is no self-centring function on the
NOTE: Bin scrape protection in reverse is machine steering. After turning the steering,
built into the software. When the bin position the machine must be straightened by turning
is greater than 70% and the transmission is in the steering wheel to the straight ahead
reverse, the software will limit the engine position.
torque to 20%. This will prevent the operator
to use the bin as a scraper when the machine
is driven into the pile. Emergency Steering

• Position the machine in a straight ahead ‹ WARNING

position. 1. If there is an engine or main pump failure,
• Apply the park brake. the ground driven emergency steering system
• Select Neutral (N). will enable the operator to steer the machine
• Increase the engine speed to approximately to a safe stop. In this event the machine must
1500 r.p.m. be stopped as quickly as possible.
• Move the tip control lever towards the 2. There is no self centring function with the
operator. It will be held in this position until the machine steering. The machine must be
bin is fully raised. straightened by turning the steering wheel to
• Reduce engine speed as the bin reaches the straight ahead position.
maximum travel. 3. If the engine fails the machine must be
steered to safety as soon as possible.
• Release the tip control lever.
NOTE: The tip control lever is spring-loaded When the engine or main pump fails the
to the central position (holding position). emergency steering indicator will flash.

Lowering the Bin The machine’s emergency steering system is

ground driven and will be operational until the
NOTE: The lever is held automatically until machine is stationary.
the bin reaches the bin float position.
When the emergency steering system is
activated the emergency steering indicator on the
• Move the tip control lever away from the centre instrument panel will illuminate.
operator till the lever has contact the magnet
that will hold the lever in this position.
• Ensure that the bin raised warning indicator is OPERATING INDOORS
extinguished.
NOTE: If the bin is not fully lowered (the bin Machines may only be operated in buildings
raised warning indicator is illuminated), the approved by site management.
transmission will only select 1st gear, neutral
and reverse. As soon as the bin raised When operating the machine indoors ensure that
warning indicator is extinguished, normal there is sufficient ventilation for the exhaust
fumes to escape.
transmission gear selection will resume.
Do not exceed the maximum floor load when
• Select Drive (D). operating indoors.
• Release the park brake and drive off slowly.
NOTE: The tip control lever is spring-loaded Ensure that there is enough space overhead to
to the central position (holding position). raise the bin to the maximum position.

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Overnight Parking

When the machine is to be parked overnight the

following must be done:

• Ensure the machine is unloaded.

• Park the machine on firm level ground.
• Move all the switches to the OFF position.
• Ensure the transmission is in Neutral (N).
• Ensure the park brake is applied.
• Switch the ignition OFF and remove the key.
• Lock the cab door.
• Open the battery box lid and move the battery
disconnect switch to the OFF position.
• Ensure the battery box lid is closed properly.
Secure with padlocks if required.
• Ensure that the fuel cap and the bonnet
release levers are locked.

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CHAPTER 5. OPERATING TECHNIQUES

The following information details suggested
techniques to obtain the safest and most efficient
use of your machine. N Use N to start the machine and for
periods of engine idle operation. N is
selected by the ECU at start-up. Always
SAFETY RULES select N before turning off the engine.
The shift from N to D or R is inhibited
Ensure there is sufficient space for the machine when the engine speed is above idle. N
before entering confined areas. must be re-selected and the idle speed
reduced before the shift will occur. When
Accidents and injuries must be reported shifts to D or R are inhibited, the digit on
immediately. Site management must also be the shift selector will flash.
informed of any “narrow escapes” and areas and
situations which could present an accident risk.

If possible, after an accident, the machine must D When D is selected with the On Board
be left in its position. Weighing System, 2nd gear will be
selected for pull-off if the truck is not
Do not do anything to the machine that may loaded and 1st gear when the truck is
hamper an investigation into the accident. loaded. As machine speed increases, the
transmission will up shift automatically
Follow the instructions given by the site through each gear. as the machine slows,
management. the transmission will down shift
automatically. The shift selector will
display the highest range available.
Gear Selection
Even though D is selected, it may not be
The transmission makes it unnecessary to select attained due to active inhibit functions
the right moment to up shift or down shift during such as high throttle or engine idle
changing travelling conditions. However speeds. Check for active diagnostic codes
knowledge of the ranges and when to select if D is not attained.
them will make machine control and the
operator’s job easier. ‹ WARNING
The following table is a brief summary of the If the operator just downshifts or just uses
range selections covered in this manual. the service brakes while going downhill, he
may lose full control of the vehicle.
R Completely stop the machine before
shifting from a forward gear to R or from To help in keeping full control on
R to a forward gear. down-hills, use a combination of
downshifting and braking.
‹ WARNING Downshifting to a lower gear increases
engine braking and helps the operator
Do not allow the machine to coast in N,
maintain full control.
there is no engine breaking and the operator
may lose control. Coasting in neutral will The transmission has a feature which
also cause transmission damage. prevents automatic up shifting above the
lower gear selected. However during
downhill operation, if engine governed
speed is exceeded in the lower gear, the
transmission may shift to the next higher
gear. This will reduce braking and may
cause loss of control.
Apply service brakes to prevent
exceeding engine governed speed in the
lower gear selected.

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6 Occasionally road conditions, load or 2 When retarding, (i.e. The operator takes
traffic conditions will make it desirable to his foot off the accelerator) the
restrict automatic shifting to a lower gear. transmission will start downshifting from
5 Lower gears provide greater engine the current gear, down to 2nd gear to
breaking for going down grades (the lower maximise engine braking.
4 the gear; the greater the braking effect). The gear shift display will show “2” as
long as retardation is in progress and will
The shift control utilises the ñ (Up) and ò revert back to the original displayed value
3 (Down) arrow buttons to select individual when:
forward gears. The shift control will display
the operator’s choice. - 2nd gear is attained and the machine
2 has slowed down almost to a stop
Even though a lower gear was selected, - or when the operator applies the
the transmission may not downshift until accelerator to cancel retardation.
1 machine speed is reduced.
The engine exhaust brake is automatically
1 Use this gear when pulling through mud applied and the exhaust brake warning
and deep snow, when manoeuvring in indicator is illuminated during the above
tight spaces or while driving up/down retardation period.
grades.

1st gear provides the machine with Range The range hold switch (next to the
maximum driving torque and maximum Hold shift selector) allows the operator
engine braking effect. to manually hold the transmission
in a gear of his choice to prevent
Push the ò (Down) arrow button on the shift cycling to improve cycle time
shift selector until first gear appears on in abnormal operating conditions.
the display screen.
The operator must watch gear
1 When selecting D from N and the bin is position and engine r.p.m. When
raised (bin raised warning indicator is lower gear is selected that the
illuminated), the transmission will limit transmission is cycling between
gear selection to 1st gear. The display on and engine r.p.m. is increasing, the
the shift selector will show “1”. range hold switch must be applied.
As soon as the bin is fully lowered (bin
raised warning indicator is extinguished), When the switch is actuated, the
the transmission will automatically revert gear that the transmission is in at
to normal gear selection and the gear shift the time, will be “held”.
screen will revert to the original display.
No up shifting will happen beyond
R Reverse operation of the machine is not this gear (except in over speed
affected by the bin raised condition (as conditions) but down shifting is
described above). allowed.

The “held” gear is displayed on

the shift selector.
When the range hold switch is
switched OFF, normal gear
selection (up shifting) will continue
and the display will show the
original value.

MODE MODE is used in diagnosis code

reading. Refer to Troubleshooting
at the end of this manual.

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GEAR PRE-SELECTION When operating on slippery roads the inter-axle

differential lock must be applied to allow for even
traction on all the driving wheels.
Gear pre-selection means selecting a lower gear
to match driving conditions which the operator The engine speed must be kept constant at all
encounters or expects to encounter. times when driving uphill.
Learning to take advantage of pre-selected shifts NOTE: Shift cycling or “gear hunting” on
will give the operator better control on slick or icy certain uphill applications can be eliminated
surfaces and on downgrades. by driving in manual gearshift mode or using
range hold switch.
Downshifting to a lower gear increases engine
braking.
“GEAR HUNTING”
The selection of a lower gear often prevents
cycling between that gear and the next higher NOTE: See “Gear Hold Switch (5)” on page
gear on a series of up-and-down gradients. (See 76 for more information on this function.
Chapter 4 Controlled Gear Range).
Under certain conditions, the transmission may
GEAR HOLD FUNCTION start shift cycling or “gear hunting” i.e. The
transmission changes up and down between two
gears at short intervals. This is because the
See “Gear Hold Switch (5)” on page 76 for
power is insufficient for operating in the higher
more information on this function.
gear but is sufficient for up shifting from the lower
gear.
TRANSPORT OPERATION
When the range hold switch is ON the
When operating the machine in ideal conditions transmission will hold the gear that it is in at the
(e.g. level graded surfaces) normal driving and time of the switch being activated. Normal down
gear selection must be used. shifting will occur, but the transmission will not up
shift to a higher gear until the switch is switched
The machine may be operated at maximum OFF or an over speed condition occurs.
speed in accordance with the site and road
regulations. It is important to lock transmission in correct gear
to prevent shift cycling. Lock in lower gear; Eg. If
Always adapt the machine speed to the road and cycling between 2nd and 3rd, lock in 2nd gear.
traffic conditions.
When the range hold switch is turned ON, the
When driving through a bend do not drive too gear shift display window will indicate the gear
fast. The machine’s centre of gravity is changed number that the transmission will be “held” in.
which may cause the machine to tip or roll if the
road is slippery or cambered the wrong way. When the range hold switch is turned OFF,
normal automatic operation mode will continue
The machine load must not be allowed to fall off and the display window will show the original
the machine at any time. value.

Do not use the inter-axle differential lock when When level ground is reached the machine must
operating on smooth graded surfaces. be operated normally.

Due to the mass of the machine allow for long Downhill Operation
braking distances, especially on slippery roads.
‹ WARNING
Uphill Operation
DO NOT OVER SPEED THE MACHINE! Under
NO circumstances MUST engine revolutions
If the machine is operating in full automatic
exceed 2400r.p.m. as serious damage can
mode, transmission will select the correct gear for
result.
travelling uphill.

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When driving downhill the exhaust brake and Use the hydraulic retarder on severe gradients.
retarder must be utilised to assist the service
brakes and to reduce brake pad wear. If engine-governed speed is exceeded, the
transmission will up shift automatically to the next
If necessary, slow down before the downhill slope gear.
begins so that the transmission automatically
selects a low gear. Off-road Operation
During icy or other slippery conditions, utilise the
Do not operate too close to quarry edges, ramp
inter-differential lock to improve traction and
edges, quay edges and soft edges that may
braking effect.
collapse under the machine weight.
Using the Engine to Slow the Machine
Always use the inter-axle differential lock and
six-wheel drive during off-road operation when
‹ WARNING there is a risk of wheels slipping.
If the operator just down shifts or just uses
the service brakes while going downhill, he Always engage the inter-axle differential lock
may lose full control of the machine. before any of the wheels begin to slip.

To help in keeping full control on down hills, use

a combination of down shifting, braking and the
retarder.

Downshifting to a lower gear increases engine

braking and helps the operator maintain full GD0003CFM
control.

The transmission has a feature which prevents To cover difficult areas (e.g. soft mud) use the
automatic up shifting above the lower gear articulation steering combined with the inter-axle
selected. However during downhill operation, if differential lock to move through the area in the
engine governed speed is exceeded in the lower so called “duck waddle”.
gear, the transmission may up shift to the next
higher gear. This will reduce braking and may Where the ground is particularly soft and there is
cause a loss of control. no space restriction, choose a new track for each
approach to avoid making deep tracks.
‹ CAUTION
Loading
Apply the service brakes and/or retarder to
prevent exceeding engine governed speed in Ensure there is sufficient space for the machine
the lower gear selected. before entering confined areas.

To use the engine as a braking force, the Ensure that no personnel are near the machine
operator must: or loading area.

• Take his foot off the accelerator. Do not operate too close to quarry edges, ramp
• The transmission will start to down shift and edges, quay edges and soft edges that may
the exhaust brake will be applied. collapse under the machine’s weight.

If the machine is exceeding the maximum speed Be aware of other machines and personnel when
for this gear, use the service brakes and/or entering or leaving the loading area.
retarder to slow the machine.
If a spotter is present follow only his instructions.
When a lower speed is reached, the TCU will
automatically down shift the transmission. Reverse up to a loading machine in a single,
straight manoeuvre so that you can maintain eye
Engine braking provides good speed control for contact at all times with the operator of the
travelling downhill. When the machine is fully loader.
loaded, or the gradient is steep, it may be
desirable to pre-select a lower gear before
reaching the gradient.

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Steer the machine so that it is straight. The Reverse up to the unloading site in a single,
operator must have clear and unobstructed vision straight manoeuvre so that you can maintain eye
through his rear view mirrors. If the machine is contact at all times with the spotter and have
articulated and not in the straight ahead position all-round vision from the machine.
the operator may find it difficult to observe the
spotter and the loading machines. If a spotter is present follow only his instructions.

Stop the machine on a firm level surface. Steer the machine so that it is straight and on
level ground. The operator must have clear and
Ensure that the bin is fully lowered so that the unobstructed vision through his rear view mirrors.
load is not dumped into a bin which is supported If the machine is articulated and not in the
on the tip cylinders. straight ahead position the operator may find it
difficult to observe the spotter and the dumping
Do not overload by exceeding the rated capacity action.
of the machine. The operator of the dump truck is
responsible for the size and mass of the load. When raising the bin ensure that when the bin is
fully raised it is no less than 4 metres (13’) away
Ensure the machine is loaded evenly. An uneven from any power lines.
load will cause tyre and axle damage.
Ensure that no personnel are near the machine
Before moving off with a load ensure that it is or dumping area.
safely contained in the bin and no part of it can
fall off. Ensure that no parts of the load are NOTE: Ensure that there are no debris or
protruding from the bin. obstructions between the bin and chassis
before lowering the bin.
Unloading
Be aware of other machines and personnel when
entering or leaving the dumping area.
‹ WARNING
1. Be careful when tipping the bin. It is Stuck Machine
possible that the material may stuck to the
bin and when the bin reach a certain point, NOTE: 1. If the ground is soft with deep
the front chassis may lift from the ground and wheel tracks constant attention must be given
the cab to roll over and end up upside down. to the rear chassis angle.
Also see Chapter SAFETY “Avoid Tipping 2. If the machine does not move, get a towing
Over” vehicle to move the machine.
2. Do not operate the bin tip lever unless the
transmission is in Neutral (or dumping in 1st If the rear chassis starts to lean sideways
or Reverse). This practice can over-ride the excessively, stop the machine immediately and
safety functions and could cause damage to try another route.
the machine and/or personal injury.
If the machine becomes stuck the following must
If the bin position is greater than 70% and the be done:
transmission is in reverse, the engine torque will
be limited to 20% to avoid that the operator use • Select Neutral (N).
the bin as a scraper when fully tipped or drives • Engage the inter-axle differential lock.
into a pile.
• Select Forward (D) (Preferably 1st gear).
Ensure there is sufficient space for the machine • Check that the inter-axle differential lock
before entering confined areas. indicator illuminates.
• Engage CTD (Control Traction Differential
Do not operate or stop too close to quarry edges, Lock).
ramp edges, quay edges and soft edges that may • Select range hold switch to lock transmission
collapse under the machine mass. The use of in low gear and prevent transmission from
stopping chocks or other safety devices is trying to select higher gear and cycling.
recommended. • Drive off slowly keeping the engine speed
(r.p.m.) constant and not too high.

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• To assist with traction, turn the steering wheel If the machine is stuck in deep sand, snow or
one way and then the other alternately causing mud, it may be possible to rock it out as follows:
the machine to adopt a “duck waddle”.
• Continue with this movement until the machine • Shift to D and apply steady, light throttle
is free and can be operated normally. (never full throttle).
• When the vehicle has rocked forward as far as
Rocking Out it will go, apply the service brakes.
• Allow the engine to return to idle.
• Select R.
‹ WARNING
• Release the service brakes and apply a
To help in avoiding injury or property damage steady, light throttle and allow the machine to
caused by sudden movement of the machine, rock in R as far as it will go.
do not make shifts from N to D or R when the • Again apply and hold the service brake and
throttle is open. allow the engine to return to idle.
• This procedure may be repeated in D and R if
‹ CAUTION each directional shift continues to move the
machine progressively further.
Do not make N to D or directional shift
changes when the engine speed is above idle. • Select range hold as described in this chapter.
Also if the wheels are stuck and not turning,
do not apply full power for more than 30
seconds in either D or R.

If the operator shifts while the throttle is open too

much, the transmission will engage only if the
throttle is closed in the next three seconds.

That can cause a sudden movement of the

machine. Leaving the throttle open longer than
three seconds causes the transmission to remain
in N. Avoid this condition by making shifts from N
to D or R only when the throttle is closed.

Full power for more than 30 seconds under the

above conditions will cause the transmission to
overheat.

If the transmission overheats, shift to N and

operate the engine at 1 500 r.p.m. until it cools
(2-3 minutes).

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CHAPTER 6. RECOVERY AND TRANSPORTATION

SECTION 1. TOWING

SAFETY RULES If the disabled machine is to be articulated

(manoeuvred) a towing machine with an A-frame
Always consult your BELL EQUIPMENT Product must be attached to the front of the machine for
Support Representative before towing a disabled manoeuvring and a machine attached to the rear
machine. for controlling.

Always chock the machine before releasing the Minimum towing capacity is required for towing
brakes and/or disconnecting the drive shafts. on smooth level surfaces and maximum towing
capacity is required for towing on gradients and
Only use a rigid A-frame when towing a machine poor ground conditions.
The A-frame must be securely fastened to both
towing eyes and must distribute the towing force ‹ CAUTION
evenly on both towing eyes when towing or
turning the machine. Failure to lift the wheels off the road or
disconnect the drive train can cause damage
Ensure the A-frame is strong enough to tow a to the transmission.
machine at least 1.5 times the gross weight of the
towed machine, when towing from mud or on a The engine can not be started by pushing or
gradient. towing.

Never exceed 2 km/h (1.2 m.p.h.) when towing a Towing a Machine With Inoperable
disabled machine for short distances. Engine
Load a disabled machine onto a suitable
breakdown vehicle or remove the drive shafts ‹ WARNING
between the transmission and transfer case 1. Before releasing the brakes, always chock
when moving it long distances. the wheels to prevent the machine from
rolling.
Shielding must be provided on the towing
2. Ensure the brake system of the towing
machine and the disabled machine if the operator
machine is sufficient to hold the combined
can possibly be injured due to the tow bar
mass of the towing machine and the disabled
breaking.
machine.
Do not allow any unauthorised personnel on the 3. Removing the drive shafts on either side of
disabled machine. the park brake renders the park brake
inoperative.
Gradual smooth movement is necessary for safe
towing. Quick movements will overload the NOTE: The park brake may be released
A-frame and cause it to break. mechanically but the steering system will
remain inoperative. Articulation can only be
The towing machine must be the same size or obtained by disconnecting the steering
larger than the disabled machine. Ensure the cylinders hydraulic supply hoses.
towing machine has sufficient brake capacity,
mass and power to control both machines. Take With the engine stopped the machine hydraulic
account of the ground conditions and gradient and pneumatic systems are not operative. This
when towing a disabled machine. means there is no powered steering or braking
system.
A larger machine and a solid tow bar is required
when towing a disabled machine downhill. An Road speed must not exceed 2 km/hr.
additional machine connected to the rear may (1.2 m.p.h.).
also be required to prevent the disabled machine
from rolling away. Before towing disconnect the drive shaft between
the transmission and the transfer case.

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With the brakes released and the drive shafts Releasing Park Brake for Towing
disconnected, the towing machine must be
capable of steering and stopping the complete Disconnecting Drive Shafts
mass of the disabled machine.

NOTE: Given the danger in towing a vehicle ‹ CAUTION

without an effective braking system it is 1. Machine will roll freely when drive shafts
recommended that the machine is are disconnected. To prevent injury or
transported on a suitable breakdown vehicle. damage, chock wheels and connect machine
to towing vehicle before disconnecting drive
Towing A Machine With Operable shafts.
2. To prevent damage to transmission,
Engine
disconnect front axle and middle axle drive
shafts when towing a machine with an
If the steering system has no fault and the engine
inoperable engine.
can be run, an operator must steer the machine.

If the failure is in the transmission do not run the

engine, as the engine is directly coupled to the
transmission. Refer to Towing A Machine With
Inoperable Engine (previous instruction).

If the failure is in the transfer case, engage

neutral and disconnect the drive shaft connecting
the transfer case to the front differential and the
drive shaft connecting the transfer case to the
through drive.

If the fault does not affect the braking system the

brakes can be released using the park brake
hand control AFTER the wheels have been
chocked.
Remove U-joint cap screws (1) and disconnect
Towing a Machine with Inoperable front axle drive shaft (2) at rear of front axle.
Steering System Move drive shaft aside and support to allow front
axle drive shaft yoke to turn freely.
Use these procedure in conjunction with relevant
Engine Operative or Engine Inoperative Towing
Procedures detailed previously.

If the machine must articulate while being towed

and the steering system is inoperable disconnect
as follows:

• Remove the supply hoses from the T-pieces

on the left hand steering cylinder.
• Block off the two supply hoses using suitable
plugs.
NOTE: Some oil spillage will be unavoidable.
Clean up any oil spillage as soon as possible.

• Loop the two steering cylinder T-pieces

together using a suitable hose.
Remove U-joint cap screws (1) and disconnect
middle axle drive shaft (2) at rear of middle axle.
Move drive shaft aside and support to allow
middle axle drive shaft yoke to turn freely.

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Mechanically Release Park Brake

‹ CAUTION
Machine will roll freely when park brake is
released. To prevent injury or damage, chock
wheels and connect machine to towing
vehicle before releasing park brake.

Remove release stud (1), nut (2) and washer (3)

from storage position (4).

Install release stud in hole at rear of park brake

actuator housing and rotate clockwise a 1/4 turn
to lock into place.

Install washer and nut unto release stud and

tighten until park brake releases.

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CHAPTER 6. RECOVERY AND TRANSPORTATION

SECTION 2. LIFTING

MACHINE LIFTING POINTS

NOTE: Ensure that the articulation bar is installed.

The following figure details the machine lifting points:

10420 MM

ONLY USE NYLON SLINGS

IN FRONT TO PREVENT
DAMAGE TO BONNET
CRANE
Minimum
4000mm

CRANE

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Lifting the Machine

‹ WARNING
Install the articulation safety lock bar to
prevent the machine from turning.

NOTE: 1. The machine lifting points are

indicated in red on the machine.
2. Use nylon slings in front to prevent damage
to the machine.

• When lifting the machine the following must be

done:
• Park the transporting vehicle next to the
machine being lifted.
• Attach the chains to the machine lifting points
and the lifting beam.
NOTE: 1. The lifting beam must be longer
than the machine length to avoid damaging
the machine and must be able to carry the
total machine weight. {36 153 kg (79 704 lb)

• Attach the lifting beam to the crane.

• Lift the lifting beam until all the play in the
chain is removed.
• Lift the machine until it is clear of the
transporting vehicle’s trailer.
NOTE: The crane must be moved slowly to
prevent excessive swinging of the lifted
machine.

• Move the machine over the transporting

vehicles trailer slowly.
• When the machine is directly over the
transporting vehicle’s trailer lower the machine
onto the trailer slowly, following the
instructions of the spotters.
• Lower the lifting beam until the chain can be
removed from the machine.
• Lift the lifting beam and move it away from the
machine.
• Chock all the machine’s wheels.
• Secure the machine to the transporting
vehicle’s trailer with chains. (See Machine tie
Down points in this section).

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MACHINE TIE-DOWN POINTS

NOTE: Ensure that the articulation bar is installed.

The following figure indicates the machine tie-down points:

50D0006CV

TRANSPORTING

Transporting the Machine on Other

Vehicles When the machine is lifted onto the
transportation vehicle the articulation safety bar
The machine can be loaded onto the transporting must be installed.
vehicle by two methods:
Always chock the machine when securing it to
the transportation vehicle.
• Lifting the machine (Refer to Lifting the
Machine and Machine Lifting Points;
previous procedure). Driving the Machine onto a
• Driving the machine. Transporting Vehicle

Safety Rules To drive the machine onto the transporting

vehicle the following must be done:
Always use the aid of spotters when loading the
machine onto the transporting vehicle. • Position the transporting vehicle’s trailer
against the loading ramp.
Ensure the transporting vehicle is capable of • Drive the machine onto the trailer very slowly
safely carrying the machine. following the instruction of the spotter.
• Install the articulation safety bar.
When driving the machine onto other • Chock all the machine wheels.
transportation vehicles do not install the • Secure the machine to the transporting
articulation safety bar until the machine is
vehicle’s trailer with chains.
secured.
• Drive the transporting machine away slowly.

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CHAPTER 7. PRE-SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION 1. SERVICE POSITION

Before starting to work on the machine, unload it, wash it thoroughly and park it on firm level ground with
the bin lowered.

WARNING
DO NOT
OPERATE
THIS TAG MUST ONLY BE
REMOVED BY THE PERSON
SERVICING THE MACHINE

BELL

HOT

COLD

50D0007CFM

Park the machine in the straight ahead position and prepare for servicing as detailed below:

‹ WARNING
1. If the following steps are not observed it could result in injury or death.
2. Do not work on suspension hydraulic circuit unless the pressure in the system has been
released by lowering the truck onto the front axle stops.
3. When servicing the machine and one of the axles of the machine is raised off the ground using
jacks, the wheels on at least one of the other axles must be chocked. This is because there is a
risk that the machine may roll off the jacks, even if the park brake is applied.
4. Beware of hot fluids and components. Do not work on a hot machine.

• Shut down the engine and apply the park brake.

• Remove the keys from the ignition switch and attach the “DO NOT OPERATE” warning sign to the
steering wheel.
• Install the articulation safety bar.
• Relieve hydraulic pressure by turning the steering back and forth 3 times.
• If bin is fully lowered, hydraulic pressure is automatically relieved. When raised and bin prop is
installed, move bin tip lever forward and rearward 3 times to ensure that the weight of the bin is
securely settled onto the bin prop.
• Relieve pneumatic pressure.
• Install wheel chocks to ensure that the machine cannot move backwards or forwards during the
service.

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• Allow the machine to cool down.

• Relieve all pressure in the relevant system
before any lines, fittings or related items are
disconnected or removed, as follows:

i. The air pressure is relieved by holding

open the drain valve on the air reservoir.

ii. The cooling system pressure can only

be safely relieved by allowing the engine
coolant to cool down until it is safe to remove
the filler cap.

iii. The hydraulic, fuel and air conditioner

system pressures should only be relieved by
qualified personnel.
Lower the bin until the bin prop is located safely
iv. Relieve pressure in brake accumulators in the holder (1).
by applying and releasing the brake pedal at
least 20 times. ‹ WARNING
Check to ensure that the bin prop is located
INSTALL THE BIN PROP safely inside the holder.

‹ WARNING INSTALL THE ARTICULATION

When the bin is raised to perform SAFETY BAR
maintenance tasks, the bin prop must be
installed.
The following procedures must be used to install
the articulation safety bar:
NOTE: The operator, in the cab, must control
the bin operation. NOTE: Two people are needed to install the
safety lock bar. One to turn the steering to get
The following procedures must be used to install the two holes to align, while the other one is
the bin prop: installing the lock bar.

• Park the machine in the straight ahead

position.

• Raise the bin high enough to allow the bin

prop (1) to be hinged up to the vertical
position.
• Use the handle (2) to raise the bin prop. • Hinge up the retaining lug (1).
• Remove the pin (2) from the articulation safety
bar mounting.

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• Swing the articulation safety bar out and locate

it in the lug (1).
• Fit the pin (2) through the holes to secure in
position. The steering wheel must be turned so
that the articulation allows the holes to align.
• Shut down the engine and apply the park
brake
• Remove the keys from the ignition switch and
attach the “DO NOT OPERATE” warning sign
to the steering wheel.
• Secure the articulation safety bar back in the
travelling position after the service.

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CHAPTER 7. PRE-SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION 2. RULES WHEN SERVICING

GENERAL • Stop the engine before removing engine

covers or similar.
Do not carry out any work on the machine unless • Make sure that no tools or other objects which
you are trained and have the knowledge to carry can cause damage are left in or on the
out the work. machine.
• Switch OFF the batteries disconnect switch or
Service which is not carried out in the correct way disconnect the battery before performing
may be dangerous. Make sure that you have maintenance on the machine.
sufficient knowledge, the correct information, the
correct tools and the right equipment in order to
• Relieve the pressure in the relevant system
carry out the service in the correct way. gradually before starting to work on a system
component or assembly.
Repair or change broken tools and faulty • All pressurised vessels must be opened very
equipment. Read all plates and decals on the carefully.
machine and in the manual before you start • When checking for leaks, use a piece of paper
servicing the machine. Each of the instructions or wood, do not use your hands.
contains important information about handling • Never set a pressure limiting valve to a higher
and servicing. pressure than that recommended by the
manufacturer. Only qualified personnel must
Do not wear loose fitting clothing or jewellery adjust any valve settings.
when working on the machine. • Before starting the engine indoors, make sure
that the ventilation is sufficient to cope with the
Always wear a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves,
exhaust gases.
shoes and other protective articles as the job
requires. • Do not stand behind the machine while the
engine is running.
When carrying out service work in the articulation
area, ensure that the articulation safety bar has HANDLING AND STORING
been installed.
DIESEL FUEL
Always stop the engine to service the machine,
unless otherwise instructed in this manual. ‹ CAUTION
When changing oil in the engine, fluid in the 1. Handle diesel fuel carefully. Do not fill the
hydraulic system or transmission, remember that tank when engine is running.
the oil and fluid may be hot and can cause burns. 2. DO NOT smoke while you fill the tank or
service the fuel system.
When lifting or supporting components, use 3. The fuel tank is vented through the filler
equipment with a lifting capacity which is at least cap. Always replace the cap with an original
as great as the components. filler cap.

All lifting devices, for example slings and ratchet Fill the tank at the end of each day’s operation to
blocks, must comply with national regulations for prevent condensation and freezing during cold
lifting devices. BELL EQUIPMENT COMPANY weather.
will not accept any responsibility if any lifting
devices, tools or working methods are used other When fuel is stored for an extended period or if
than those described in this manual. there is a slow turn over of fuel, add a fuel
conditioner to stabilize the fuel and prevent water
condensation.

Contact your fuel supplier for recommendations.

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Lubrication Storage Oily clothes are a serious fire hazard.

Use clean containers to handle all lubricants. Check daily that the machine and equipment are
free from dirt and oil. In this way the risk of fire is
Whenever possible, store lubricants and reduced and it is easier to detect faulty or loose
containers in an area protected from dust, components.
moisture and other contamination. Store
containers on their side to avoid water and dirt ‹ WARNING
accumulation. Do not point the high pressure jet at
personnel.
Mark all containers properly. Dispose of all old
containers and any residual lubricants they may
contain. ‹ CAUTION
If a high pressure jet is used for cleaning,
Measures to Prevent Fires take great care as the insulation of electrical
leads can become damaged even at a
There is always a risk of fire. moderately high pressure and temperature.

Find out which type of fire extinguisher to use, Check if the electric leads have been damaged
where it is kept and how to use it. by chafing which could lead to a short circuit and
fire.
Any fire fighting equipment stored on the
machine must be maintained in working order. Check that there is no damage to hydraulic and
brake hoses caused by chafing.
At the slightest sign of fire, and if the situation
allows, take the following steps: ‹ CAUTION
• Move the machine away from the danger area. Switch OFF the battery disconnect switch or
• Stop the engine and turn the ignition to the disconnect the batteries, when welding on the
OFF position. machine.
• Leave the cab. Welding and grinding may only be done on the
• Start putting out the fire and notify the fire machine when it is placed in a clean area where
brigade if required. there are no fuel tanks, hydraulic pipes or similar
lying around. Take extra care when welding and
Do not smoke or have a naked flame near a grinding near flammable objects. A fire
machine when filling with fuel or when the fuel extinguisher should be kept handy.
system has been opened.

Diesel fuel oil is flammable and should not be Refrigerant R134a

used for cleaning, use an approved solvent.
The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
Remember that certain solvents can cause skin R134a. Servicing, refilling or emptying of the
rashes and are usually flammable. Do not inhale refrigerant R134a must only be done by trained
solvent vapour. and qualified service personnel.

Store flammable starting aids in a cool, well ‹ WARNING

ventilated location. Remember that such aids
(starting gas) must not be used in connection 1. Refrigerant R134a can cause frostbite, if it
with preheating of the induction manifold. comes into contact with bare skin.
2. The air conditioning system is pressurised.
Keep the work place clean. Oil and/or water on Never loosen the filling plug on the
the floor makes it slippery. compressor or any hose and pipe unions, as
an unintentional leak could result. If a leak is
Oil and/or water in close proximity to electrical suspected, do not try to refill the system.
equipment or electrically powered tools are Contact your BELL EQUIPMENT
dangerous and any spills should be cleaned up Representative.
immediately.

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Avoid breathing in the air conditioner refrigerant

and lubricant vapour or mist. Exposure may
irritate the eyes, nose and throat.

The refrigerant is under high pressure and the

system must be serviced by qualified personnel
only. Improper service methods may cause
injury.

If accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate

the work area before resuming work.

Additional health and safety information may be

obtained from your refrigerant and lubricant
manufacturers.

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CHAPTER 8. MENU DISPLAY UNIT AND ALPHA NUMERICAL

DISPLAY
The “MDU” (Menu Display Unit) and the Alpha Numerical Screen work together to make the interface of
operator and machine more effective.

The “MDU” displays the selected menu and it’s different values, while the Alpha Numerical Display gives
the operator a more detailed message of what the “MDU” is displaying.

NOTE: In the Default Menu the bottom value on the “MDU” (10) can be altered by the operator to
display the information that the operator would prefer.

START-UP DISPLAY

1 2 7 8

3
EMERGENCY PARK
ENGINE BRAKE
COOLANT STEERING BRAKE BRAKE
COLD FAULT PRESSURE
LEVEL TEMP HYDRAULIC
START
TEMP / LEVEL

BATTERY
CHARGE
RETARDER TRANSMISSION
FAULT
BIN
UP
INTER-AXLE
DIFF LOCK
DIFF LOCK /
HIGH RANGE
4
BELL B50D

5
ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE
COOLANT
TEMP
30 km/h
40
50 0 N MENU

20 20
mph
30 60
BACK

10
10 40
70 RPM
0 50 6
NEXT
AIR TRANS OIL 0 80
PRESSURE TEMP

FUEL
HOURS
SELECT
VOLTS volts

50D1008CV

10 9

1). Alpha Numerical Display Screen. 7). First Line of Display; Gear Attained.
2). Menu Display Screen. 8). Second Line of Display; Engine R.P.M.
3). Menu Push Button. 9). Third Line of Display; Total Machine
Operating Hours.
4). Back Push Button.
10). Fourth Line of Display; Configurable. 24V
5). Next Push Button. Battery only with Machine Model Name in the
Alpha Numerical Display.
6). Select Push Button.
NOTE: 1. There are six main menus (0-E),
including the default menu, each with their
own sub-menus.
2. Software MDU 4.3 at date of revision.

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DEFAULT SCREEN • TRIPLOAD

• ODO KM
bell b50d 7 • LCKUP CLUTCH
• CURRENT GEAR
2 • TRANS TEMP C
1
3 0N • RET TEMP C
• RETADER TORQ
4 712 n/min
• ENG TEMP C
2314 • ENG PRES BAR
5 • BOOST PRESS KPA
6 27.7 volts
• ENG OIL LVL
50D1002CFM • FUEL CON L/H
• ACTUAL TORQ
To change the bottom line display information in • ENG RET TORQ
the default menu: • FUEL L
• AIR PRES BAR
• Press “NEXT” button for 3 beeps until the • HYD TEMP C
alpha numerical display screen shows the next
option.
• BRAKE TEMP C
• PAYLOAD
NOTE: “Bin Tip Counter” is the first option • XXHXXMXXS
on the options list after the 28V battery
display value.
• XX-XX-XXXX
NOTE: 1). To scroll from one option in the
• The amount of bin tip cycles will now be default menu to the next option, just press
displayed on the bottom line. “Next”.
2). It is only necessary to press and hold the
“Next” button for 3 beeps after the machine
To Display The Time was shut down and restarted and the operator
wants to change the setting of the last line on
Press “NEXT” button for 3 beeps until the alpha the display screen.
numerical display screen shows the next option. 3). A corresponding message will be
displayed on the Alpha Numerical Display
NOTE: By default the time displayed is Screen for the option selected.
“GMT” (Greenwich Mean Time) time.

Scroll down to the “Time” menu, Press and hold TO SELECT BETWEEN MENUS
the Select button for three beeps.
Press the “MENU” button to select the next
The bottom line will now display the time. menu.
NOTE: The value displayed on the default
menu when the machine is switched off, will Menu Option “A”
be displayed as the default menu when
switched on again. To get to menu “A0” from the default menu,
press “MENU” button.
The following list are the options in sequence:

• BINTIP COUNT
• TRIP KM
• TRIPTIME MIN
• TRIPFUEL L/H

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The following screen display will appear:

COUNTERS TRIP INFO

a a
00 01

000000
Km
GD1021CFM
GD1011CFM

In menu “A0” there are 5 sub menus and 5 NOTE: When in a sub-menu and the “BACK”
sub-sub menus in sub-menu “A1” and 1 sub-sub press button is pressed for 3 beeps or more,
menu in menu “A2”. the system will go back to menu “A0”.

To go to sub-menu “A1”: Press “Select”. To reset a value in this sub-menu: Press

“SELECT” push button to go to the sub-sub
To scroll between sub-menus “A1 to A5”, press menu.
“NEXT” press button or “BACK” to get to the
previous menu. The Sub-sub menu will now appear.

To get back to menu “A0”, press and hold

“BACK” for 3 beeps or more. TRIP KM RESET?
The following values are in the sub-menus:

Menu “A1” : TRIP INFO,

Menu “A2” : BINTIP COUNT,
Menu “A3” : ODO KM,
a
Menu “A4” : MACHINE HRS.
Menu “A5” : SERVICE. 011

000000
GD1013CFM

When in a sub-sub menu and “SELECT” is

pressed and hold for fifteen beeps, the system
will select or reset that value in the sub menu.

To keep the value, press “BACK” to go to the

previous menu.

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Sub-menu “A1” has 5 sub-sub menus. Sub-menu “B3” has five Sub-Sub-menus.

Menu “A101” : TRIP KM RESET?, “B301” : AIR PRES BAR

Menu “A102” : TRIPTIME MIN RESET?, “B302” : FUEL L
Menu “A103” : TRIPFUEL L/H RESET?, “B303” : BIN POS
Menu “A104” : TRIPLOAD RESET?, “B304” : HYD TEMP C
Menu “A105” : RESET ALL?. “B305” : BRAKE TEMP C

When in menu “A0” and you want to go to menu The only other menus that really concerns the
“A2”, Press “SELECT” and then “NEXT”. operator are Default MENU “Time”, MENU D2,
INTERMITTENT WIPER TIMING, MENU D607,
Sub menu “A2” has one sub-sub menu: HOPPER SITE and MENU D7, TIME OFFSET.

“A201” : RESET? Menu “D” Machine Conf.

To keep the value and not change it, Press
The same procedure is followed to go into
“BACK” push button for 3 beeps or more.
Sub-menus as for Menu “A”.
To reset the value in menu “A2”, Press
Menu “D” has twelve sub menus;
“SELECT” to go to sub-sub menu “A201” and
press “SELECT” again.
“D2” : WIPER TIMING
The system will go back to the sub-menu and the
Sub-menu “D2” has eighteen Sub-Sub-menus.
value will be reset to “ZERO”.
“D201” through “D218” (From 3 seconds to 20
Menus “A3” and “A4” cannot be reset.
seconds)

Menu “B” Actual Values Scroll to Menu “D0”:

The same procedure is followed to go into Press Select button to choose MENU D1, then
Sub-menus as for Menu “A”. press “NEXT” to go to MENU “D2”, WIPER
TIMING, Press “SELECT” again to go to MENU
Menu “B” has three sub menus. “D201”. To change this value, Press “NEXT” for
the next longer value or “BACK” for the previous
“B1” : ENG VALUES, lower value.
“B2” : TRANS VALUES,
“B3” : VEHICLE VAL On the desired value, press and hold “SELECT”
button for three beeps. The selected timing will
Sub-menu “B1” has eleven Sub-Sub-menus. now be displayed in the window.

“B101” : ENG. PRES. BAR Press “BACK” for 3 beeps to go to MENU “D2”
“B102” : BOOST PRESS KPA and “BACK” again to got to MENU “D1”. Press
“B103” : ENG. TEMP. C “BACK” for 3 beeps to go to MENU “D0”.
“B104” : THROTTLE POS
“B105” : ACTUAL TORQ MENU D607 (Hopper Site)
“B106” : ENG RET TORQ
“B107” : ENG OIL LVL
“B108” : FUEL CON (L/H) NOTE: This function is only available when
“B109” : ENG OIL TEMP C an On Board Weighing System is installed on
“B1010”: FUEL TEMP C the machine.
“B1011”: INTAKE MANIFOLD TEMP C
Use this function when loading at hopper sites.
Sub-menu “B2” has five Sub-Sub-menus. Hopper site “ON” must be selected.

“B201” : TRANS TEMP C Stop the truck and allow system to auto zero
“B202” : LCKUP CLUTCH before loading. (See “Pay Load” on page 135).
“B203” : CURRENT GEAR
“B204” : RETADER TORQ If set to “ON”, the truck can be driven up to 5 km/
“B205” : RET TEMP C h. If the travel speed exceeds 5 km/h and the
truck is stopped the auto zero routine will be
executed.

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If the truck has been driven for more than one Press “BACK” for 3 beeps to go to MENU “D7”
minute at a speed of higher than five Km/h, the and BACK again to got to MENU “D1”. Press
load will be frozen and any load added to the bin “BACK” for 3 beeps to go to MENU “D0”.
after weight has been frozen will not be added to
the pay load. Trip Load
This allows the truck to creep forward and not to
go into the auto zero function after coming to a NOTE: This function is only available when
standstill. an On Board Weighing System is installed on
the machine.
If set to “OFF”, the moment the truck comes to a
standstill, the park brake is applied and the This option on the default menu gives the
transmission is in neutral, the auto zero routine accumulated weight in metric tons since the last
will be executed. reset of the “Trip Load”. (Example: If the trip
load was reset in the morning and has done 10
To set Hopper Site “ON” or “OFF”, scroll to trips for the day; it will display the total amount of
Menu D0. tons moved for the ten trips).

Press “SELECT” to go to MENU D1. Press Pay Load

“NEXT” until Menu “D6” appears (OBW).
NOTE: This function is only available when
Press “SELECT” to go to MENU “D601”. Press an On Board Weighing System is installed on
“NEXT” 6 times to go to MENU “D607”, the machine.
HOPPER SITE. Press “SELECT” to go to MENU
“D6071” “HOPPER SITE” “ON”. Press This value is displayed in the “Payload Menu”. It
“SELECT” and hold for 3 beeps to select hopper is the actual load on the bin. If the bin is empty,
site “ON” or press “NEXT” to go to MENU the value displayed will be “0”.
“D6072” (HOPPER SITE OFF). Press
“SELECT” and hold for three beeps to turn
Hopper Site to OFF. ‹ CAUTION
For accurate On Board Weighing
Scroll back to default menu. measurements it is important to allow the
Auto Zero function to complete the auto zero
Time Offset routine before loading the truck. The truck
must stand still (Speed zero); The Park Brake
The same procedure is followed to go into Applied (On) and the transmission must be in
Sub-menus as for Menu “A”. “N”. After the Auto Zero routine is complete,
the MDU will beep and the loading of the truck
Scroll to Menu “D7”. can begin.

“D7” : TIME OFFSET The “Pay Load” is measured automatically by

the “On Board Weighing System”.
“D701” through “D725” (From 0 Hours to +12
Hours and then to -12 Hours). When the truck starts moving and has been
travelling for more than 1 minute at a speed of
Scroll to Menu “D0”: more than 5 Km/h, the on board weighing system
controller will freeze the weight that it recorded
Press Select button to choose MENU D1, then and if any weight is added after “freeze” it will
press “NEXT” until MENU “D7”, TIME OFFSET not be recorded and added onto the recorded
appears. Press “SELECT” again to go to MENU freeze pay load.
“D701”. Press next until the correct time offset
for your region is displayed. The “On Board Weighing System” has an
“Auto Zero” routine. This routine will record the
On the desired offset, press and hold “SELECT” reading at “Power-up” and when the truck
button for twelve beeps. The selected timing will comes to a stand still and wait for a stable
now be displayed in the window. reading from the “On Board Weighing System
Controller”.

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When the auto zero mode is activated, “Auto The Monitor and Display Unit (MDU) transmits
Zero” will be displayed on the Alpha Numerical the truck’s rated capacity (in short tons) on the
display Screen of the MDU. CAN bus. The OBW module converts this value
to metric tones and drive the load lights in the
The raw weight will be displayed on row 4 of the following manner:
LCD. After a successful auto zero the MDU will
beep once and return to weight measuring. • If the vehicle speed is lower than 5 km/h and
the payload is less than 75% of the truck’s
If the MDU measures a difference of more than rated capacity, the yellow light is blinking at a
one ton since starting the Auto Zero Routine, or rate of 1 blink per second.
the truck starts moving, or the bin starts tipping, • Irrespective of the vehicle speed, if the
the auto zero routine will be abandoned and the
payload is equal or larger than 75% but less
previous zero measurement is used.
than 95% of the truck’s rated capacity, the
yellow light is permanently on.
To cancel the freeze value and start recording a
new pay load measuring, the bin must have been • Irrespective of the vehicle speed, if the
fully tipped. This will reset the payload to zero. payload is equal to 95% and less than 110%
of the truck’s rated capacity, the green light is
permanently on.
On Board Weighing System (OBW)
• Irrespective of the vehicle speed, if the
(Optional) payload is larger than 110% of the truck’s
rated capacity, the red light will be on.
The OBW weighs the load as it is loaded onto the
bin. It automatically add up the weight as it is During the Auto Zero routine (AZ) all three lights
loaded. blink simultaneously at a rate of 1 blink per
second and will continue doing this for as long as
Functional description of the OBW with the AZ routine is active.
upgraded software (See Service Bulletin
2005/1013). During power-on, the OBW Module tests the load
lights. First it switches only the yellow light on for
The On Board Weighing Module (OBW) a period of 100 ms, then only the green light for
measures the strain as seen by the truck’s 100 ms then only the red light for 100 ms. At the
walking beams. end it switches all the lights off for 200ms. The
above sequence repeats 10 times after which the
This data is sent to the Chassis Computer Unit OBW Module commences with its normal
(CCU) via the Controller Area Network (CAN), operation. This power-up sequence can be used
where the strain is used to calculate the payload during the installation phase to confirm the wiring
of the truck. and light colors.

The calculated payload is transmitted on the CAN If the OBW function is switched off at the MDU,
bus in the vehicle weight message, cargo weight. the OBW module will complete the power-on test
(See specification SAE J1939 – 71, message sequence but will not drive any lights during
Vehicle weight for more detail.) The OBW Module normal operation.
uses this data to determine which load light
should be on.

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CHAPTER 9. SERIAL NUMBERS

NUMBERS Transmission Serial Number

Product Identification Number (P.I.N.)

Transmission
Serial Number (1) _________________________
P.I.N. (1) ________________________________
Transfer Case Serial Number
Vehicle Identification Number

Transfer Case
Serial Number (1) _________________________

V.I.N. (1) ________________________________ Front Axle Serial Number

Engine Serial Number

Front Axle
Engine Serial Number (1) _________________________
serial Number (1) _________________________

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Middle Axle Serial Number Middle Differential Serial Number

Middle Axle Middle Differential

Serial Number (1) _________________________ Serial Number (1) _________________________

Rear Axle Serial Number Rear Differential Serial Number

Rear Axle Rear Differential

Serial Number____________________________ Serial Number (1) _________________________

Front Differential Serial Number CRIME PREVENTION TIPS

Keep proof of ownership

Mark the machine with your own unique

numbering system.

Take photographs from several angles of your

machines.

Maintain an up-to-date inventory of your

machines.

Keep your documented identification numbers,

photographs and inventory in a safe and secure
location.
Front Differential
Serial Number (1) _________________________

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Park Indoors And Out Of Sight

Make machines hard to move.

park large equipment in front of exits.

Remove keys.

Remove batteries when in storage.

Lock cab doors, windows and latches.

Lock the building.

When Parking Outdoors

Make machines hard to move.

park in well-lighted, fenced area.

Lower all equipment to the ground.

Remove ignition keys.

Remove batteries when machine is in storage.

Lock cab doors, windows and latches.

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CHAPTER 10. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Preventative maintenance is very important. It includes lubrication, checks and adjustments which the
operator can perform. Scheduled services are to be performed by BELL EQUIPMENT Product Support.

Operator to do only daily inspection as indicated on the RSG below and CHAPTER 11 in this manual.

Most of these service measures are simple to carry out and do not need any detailed explanation. The
instructions which require specific procedures are detailed in Chapter 11 of this manual.

Maintenance Schedule in Running Hours

Every Every Every Every As
Details Daily
500 1000 2000 4000 Required

ENGINE

NOTE: For further maintenance and service procedure, Refer to the Mercedes-Benz )OM 502 Manual.

Change the oil and oil filters X

Drain water from the primary fuel filter check cold, X

drain before starting).

Change the fuel depth filter. X

Change the primary fuel filter/water separator. X

Change secondary fuel filter. (Situated on engine). X

Clean/replace the primer pump fuel screen. X

Clean crankcase breather filter. X

Check the coolant level. X X

Check the coolant mixture. X (A)

Change the coolant. X (A)

Adjust the valve clearance. (Every second oil change). X

Replace fuel tank breather filter X (E) X (D)

Replace fan belts. X

Change the air cleaner primary filter. X

Change the air cleaner secondary filter. X

Clean the air intake pre-cleaner assembly. X

Check the air cleaner service indicator. X

Check the oil level. X

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Maintenance Schedule in Running Hours

Every Every Every Every As
Details Daily
500 1000 2000 4000 Required

TRANSMISSION-ALLISON HD

Check for oil leaks. X X

Check transmission oil level. X

Change the oil. X (B)

Change the filters. X

Replace transmission breather filters. X

TRANSFER CASE

Change the oil filter. X

Check the oil level. (Sight Glass). X X

Change the oil. X (B)

Check and clean transfer case breather. X

HYDRAULICS

Check the oil level. X X

Change the oil. X (B)

Change the return filters. X (E) X (D)

Change the breather filter. X (E) X (D)

Replace the suction screens. X

Test the brake accumulator function. X

AXLES AND CHASSIS & SUSPENSION

Change the oil in all axles, wet disc brakes and clean X
debris from all magnets.

Replace through drive differential axle oil filter. (2 X

Speed Only)

Clean intermediate diff. oil strainer. (2 Speed Only) X

Check the park brake pads wear. X

Check and adjust bin shock pad clearance. X (H)

Check conditions of all drive shafts. X

Check and clean breathers of all axles. X

Check suspension strut height, oil leaks & gen. cond. X

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Maintenance Schedule in Running Hours

Every Every Every Every As
Details Daily
500 1000 2000 4000 Required

CAB, PNEUMATICS AND ELECTRICAL

Change the air drier filter. X

Check the operator controls, buzzers and instruments. X X

Check the working lights, reverse buzzer and horn. X X

Check the electrical connections and wire routing for X

chaffing.

Replace Pneumatic block breather filters (situated on X

block).

Record and clear fault codes found on the MDU. X

Clean or replace air conditioner filters. X (C) X

LUBRICATION

Grease the hinges. X

Grease all remaining lube points. (If applicable). X

Check the grease level in the auto greasing system. X X

Change the auto greasing filler filter. X

Grease PTO propshaft front U-joint. X (G)

GENERAL WALK ROUND

Check and clean coolers. X

General check of drive line & suspension fasteners. X

Check for fuel, water and oil leaks. X

Check tyre pressures. X X

NOTES:
A Refer to bulletin 2000/033 regarding water & coolant specification
B Change intervals can be extended by oil sampling. Use kit 261677 for sampling the Allison
transmission and axles and final drives. (B50D axle & final drive: Refer to service manual chapter
15 for draining and filling).
C Daily depending on site conditions.
D To be changed in wet & muddy conditions. (Note service kit applicable for this condition).
E To be changed in dry & dusty conditions. (Note service kit available for this condition).
F Refer to SIB 2004/1018.
G Grease should meet DIN 51825 KP2-R-20, and not contain any solids such as Graphite or
Molybdeendisulphide. (Preferred greases: Castrol Viscotemp NLGI 2, Castrol Firetemp XT2).
H See SIB 97/105/07 for details of thickness.

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Torque all wheel nuts to 650 Nm. (480 ft lb.) after the first 5 hours of operation and again after 50 hours of
operation. Repeat the procedure if the wheels are changed.

The air conditioner internal filter should be cleaned every 50 hours (or as required, depending upon
conditions) and replaced if damaged.

The air conditioner external filter should be cleaned every 250 hours (or as required, depending upon
conditions) and replaced if damaged.

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CHAPTER 11. DAILY OR 10 HOURLY SERVICE CHECKS

SECTION 1. ENGINE

INTRODUCTION
The daily or 10 hourly service checks must be
performed by qualified service personnel.

It is recommended that the daily or 10 hourly

service checks are performed in conjunction with
the Walk Round Checks so that the operator can
assist in the service checks which require two
people.

SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
Ensure that the machine is in the service
position. Refer to Pre-service Instructions,
Remove the dipstick and check that the oil level
Chapter 7.
reaches the upper mark (1) on the dipstick.

Engine NOTE: When the oil is hot, the oil level must
be on the top mark (1) of the dipstick, but not
NOTE: For further engine information or above it. When the oil is cold, ensure that the
details not shown in this manual, refer to the level is between marks (1) and (2), but not
Mercedes-Benz Manual OM 502LA. below mark (2).

Open the bonnet. Re-insert the dipstick, ensuring that it is properly

seated and fasten the dipstick clip.
Check the bonnet catch for damage and ensure
that the bolts are secure. If necessary, replenish the engine oil.

Check the Oil Level Check the Coolant Level

‹ WARNING
Check the coolant level when the engine is
cold. Whenever the cap on the expansion
tank needs to be removed, remember that the
system may be under pressure which could
cause hot coolant to be ejected.

‹ CAUTION
When coolant is drained from the cooling
system, it must be replaced with the
recommended coolant specified by the
manufacturer.
Remove the dipstick (1).
If the coolant level is not correct, top up with
Wipe the dipstick clean with a lint free cloth. coolant. Refer to Specifications, Chapter 1 -
Recommended Lubricants and Coolant
Re-insert the dipstick, ensuring that it is properly Additives.
seated.
NOTE: If there is too much coolant in the
tank, when cold, the tank will purge itself and
overflow with excess coolant.

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Check Coolant Level

The coolant must be between the maximum and

minimum marks on the tank.

Check Engine Air Intake System

Check air cleaner assembly for damage to the

pre-cleaner (1) and air cleaner housing (2).

Check the service indicator (3) is not showing a

red flag. If red flag is shown; service air cleaner
and reset indicator. (See Service Engine Air
Intake System in Maintenance - As Required
Section).

Check rubber elbows (4), clamps (5) and pipes

(6) for tightness, cracks or damage.

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SECTION 2. TRANSMISSION

CHECK THE TRANSMISSION

FLUID LEVEL
Always check the fluid level at least twice. If the
readings are not consistent, check and clean the
transmission breather.

There are two methods for checking the

transmission fluid level, they are as follows:

• The dipstick check when the transmission fluid

is cold (500 hrs. Service interval).
• The dipstick check when the transmission fluid
is hot (500 hrs. Service interval).

Push-button Check-(Electronic
Transmission Fluid Level Check)

The electronic method of checking the

transmission fluid level incorporates a fluid level
sensor to display the fluid level on the shift
selector.

The electronic method compensates for

transmission temperature between 65°C to
104°C (149°F to 220°F). Any temperature below
65°C (149°F) or above 104°C (220°F) will result
in an Invalid for Display condition.
• Press the ñ(UP) and ò(DOWN) arrow buttons
The normal operating temperature of the (1) simultaneously.
transmission fluid is 71°C to 93°C (160°F to NOTE: The fluid level check may be delayed
200°F), measured at the transmission sump. until the following conditions are met:

The following procedure must be used to check • The fluid temperature is above 65°C (149°F)
the transmission fluid level using the push-button and below 104°C (220°F).
shift selector:
• The transmission is in neutral.
• Ensure that the machine is parked on a level • The machine has been stationary for
surface and the park brake is applied. approximately two minutes to allow the fluid to
settle.
• Allow the engine to run at idle in N (Neutral).
• The engine is at idle.
• The transmission output shaft is stopped.
NOTE: The indication of a delayed fluid level
check is a flashing display and a digital
countdown from 8 to 1.

• Check the characters displayed.

• The fluid level information is sequentially
displayed on the digital analogue as in the
following examples.

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Correct Fluid Level

“O” then “L” are displayed (“OL” represents

Fluid (oil) Level Check Mode), followed by “O”
then “K” (“OK” represents Oil Level is “OK”).
The sensor display and the transmission dipstick
may not agree because the oil level sensor
compensates for fluid temperature.

NOTE: 1 quart is approximately equal to 1

litre.

Low Fluid Level

“O” then “L” are displayed (“OL” represents

‘Fluid (oil) Level Check Mode’), followed by “L”
then “O” (“LO” represents Low Oil Level) and
the number of quarts that the transmission fluid is
low e.g. “0” then “2” indicates 2 additional
quarts/litres of fluid will bring the fluid level within
the middle of the “OK” zone.

High Fluid Level

“O” then “L” are displayed (“OL” represents

Fluid (oil) Level Check Mode), followed by “H”
then “I” (“HI” represents High Oil Level) and the
number of quarts that the transmission is over
filled e.g. “O” then “1” indicates 1 quart/litre of
fluid above the full transmission level.

Replenish or drain the transmission fluid as

required. Refer to Change the Transmission
Fluid and Filter (next instruction in this
Chapter).

NOTE: The maximum Low Oil Level and High

Oil Level values are “04”. If the transmission
fluid level is lower or higher than 4
quarts/litres, the fluid level will have to be
checked twice to obtain the correct reading.

If a condition occurs which prevents the display

of fluid level information, the Invalid for Display
will show the reason as follows:

Invalid for Display

“O” then “L” is displayed (“OL” represents Fluid

(oil) level Check Mode), followed by a numerical
display. The numerical display is a fault code and
indicates conditions are not correct to receive the
fluid level information, or that there is a system
malfunction. The numbers are fault codes.

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The fault codes are as follows:

Reading Result Action

OL OK Oil Level OK None: Check complete

OL Lo Oil Level Low Add the number of litres of oil indicated by “#”

OL Hi Oil Level High Drain the number of litres of oil indicated by “#”

OL 0X Setting time too short Allow oil to settle by letting machine idle in neutral for
several seconds

OL 50 Engine Speed (r.p.m.) too low Increase engine speed

OL 59 Engine Speed (r.p.m.) too high Reduce engine speed

OL 65 Neutral not selected Select neutral and repeat the check

OL 70 Sump oil temperature too low Operate machine under light load until temperature is
within range. Partially raise bin to disengage side
cooling fan while performing check.

OL 79 Sump oil temperature too high Run engine at slow idle until temperature is within
range. Inspect and clean side cooling system. (See
Inspect and Clean Cooling System in Maintenance -
As Required Section

OL 89 Output shaft is rotating Stop machine and engage park brake. If park brake
does not hold machine, Refer to BELL EQUIPMENT
Product Support.

OL 95 Sensor failure Refer to BELL EQUIPMENT Product Support.

Correct the problem as indicated above.

When all the conditions have been met, the countdown resumes where it stopped.

NOTE: Report sensor failure or any problem you are having difficulty with to your nearest BELL
EQUIPMENT representative.
• To exit the fluid level display mode, press either the D, N or R button on the shift selector.
• Perform a general, visual check on the transmission and components.

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SECTION 3. TRANSFER CASE

CHECK THE TRANSFER CASE

FLUID LEVEL
NOTE: The level must be in the centre of the
sight glass when hot and just be visible at the
bottom of the sight glass when cold.

Check the oil level in the sight glass.

When oil level is at mark (1), the transfer case is

full.

When oil level is at mark (2), the oil level is low

and oil must be added.

Drain or add oil as necessary. (See Change

Transfer Case Oil in 2000 hours service).

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SECTION 4. HYDRAULICS, CAB AND ELECTRICAL

HYDRAULICS • Apply the service brakes repeatedly to make

the pump re-charge a few times. Discontinue
Check the Hydraulic Fluid Level applying the brakes in a re-charge cycle while
the pump is still charging (to ensure the brakes
NOTE: Check the hydraulic fluid level in the are not consuming oil after the pump stops,
sight glass (1). wait 4 seconds while listening to the engine.
Engine revolutions must go up after pump
stops).
• Switch off the engine.
• Switch the ignition on an wait until the warning
lights extinguishes.
• Fully apply the service brakes and count the
number of applications before the accumulator
low pressure light illuminates.
NOTE: 1. If less than two full applications,
have the system checked by a BELL
EQUIPMENT serviceman.

Cab and Electrical

Check the Operator’s Controls and

Instruments

Carry out a functional check on all controls and

instruments daily. Refer to Chapter 2 - Operator
Control and Instruments.

Check all Working Lights, Reverse Buzzer

The fluid level must be on the mark (2) with the and Horn
engine shut down and the machine parked on
level surface and oil hot. Two people are needed to perform this check.
One person inside the cab to control the switches
If necessary replenish the fluid in the hydraulic and the other outside to ensure all the lights are
tank. Refer to Specifications, Chapter 1 - working. Refer to Specifications, Chapter 1 -
Recommended Lubricants and Coolants. Recommended Lubricants and Coolants.

Service Brake Accumulator Routine • Switch all the lights on in turn, including
Test headlight (dipped and high beam), indicators,
hazard and brake lights.
• Start engine. Wait until main pump has fully • Make sure the path is clear behind the
charged the accumulators (Listen to the tone machine, and then reverse to ensure the
of the engine, while charging the engine buzzer and reverse lights are working.
revolutions will be lower).

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Ensure that the reverse buzzer (1) is securely

mounted.

Functionally test the horns and ensure that they

are securely mounted.

Check the Head lights - Bright and dip to ensure

bulbs are working.

Check rear lights - tail, brake and indicators.

Check bin switch for damage.

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SECTION 5. LUBRICATION

AUTO GREASING SYSTEM

The system can be selected for light, medium
and heavy duty cycles via a switch inside the
cab. (See Chapter 2, Section 3, Switches).

All the grease points are connected to the auto

grease pump.

The pump and reservoir is located on the right

hand side of the truck between the mudguard
and the chassis.

The reservoir is refilled via a grease nipple (1) on

the side of the unit.

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