A Service Manual (sometimes referred to as a Repair, Technical, Workshop
or Shop Manual) is often
large and broken down in to sections for different parts of your equipment.
Service
manuals cover absolutely every aspect of your machine unless mentioned
otherwise. Sometimes, the
engine is covered in a separate service manual that is written specifically for
the
engine. Most of the time though, it’s included in the main service manual. A
service manual will
arm you with the same exact information that your local service center has and
includes
electrical and hydraulic diagrams and which are usually color and or large
foldout pages.
Most OEM service manuals will also include troubleshooting flow charts, error
codes and
exploded views of components which are a great help for disassembly and
re-assembly.

An Operator’s Manual typically describes basic equipment operation and
maintenance. This
is the manual distributed with your equipment at the time of purchase from the
dealer.

• CONTENTS
• MAINTENANCE SAFETY
• FOREWORD
• FOREWORD
• SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• FIRE PREVENTION
• Maintenance
• Operation
• Electrical
• Hydraulic System
• Fueling
• Starting
• Spark Arrestor Exhaust System
• Welding And Grinding
• Fire Extinguishers
• SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
• VersaHANDLER Serial Number
• Engine Serial Number
• Other Serial Numbers
• DELIVERY REPORT
• BOBCAT VersaHANDLER IDENTIFICATION
• SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE
• LIFTING AND BLOCKING THE VERSAHANDLER
• Procedure
• OPERATOR CAB / CANOPY
• Cab Door
• Cab Door Window
• TRANSPORTING THE VERSAHANDLER ON A TRAILER
• Loading And Unloading
• Fastening
• TOWING THE VersaHANDLER
• Procedure
• SERVICE SCHEDULE
• Chart
• AIR CLEANER SERVICE
• Replacing Filter Element
• ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
• Cleaning The Cooling System
• Checking The Coolant Level
• Replacing The Coolant
• FUEL SYSTEM
• Fuel Specifications
• Filling The Fuel Tank
• Fuel Filter
• ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM
• Checking Engine Oil
• Engine Oil Chart
• Replacing Oil And Filter
• HYDRAULIC / HYDROSTATIC SYSTEM
• Checking And Adding Fluid
• Replacing Hydraulic / Hydrostatic Filter
• Replacing Hydraulic Fluid
• AXLES (FRONT AND REAR)
• Checking Oil Level (Differential)
• Draining Oil (Differential)
• Checking Oil Level (Front Axle Drop Box)
• Draining Oil (Front Axle Drop Box)
• Checking Oil Level (Planetary Carrier)
• Draining Oil (Planetary Carrier)
• LUBRICATION
• Procedure
• TIRE MAINTENANCE
• Wheel Nuts
• Mounting
• Rotating
• SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER
• Cleaning
• APPROVED BOOM STOP
• Installing The Approved Boom Stop
• Removing The Approved Boom Stop
• ENGINE COVER
• Opening And Closing The Engine Cover
• LATERAL OPERATOR RESTRAINT SYSTEM (LORS)
• System Inspection
• System Maintenance
• VersaHANDLER STORAGE AND RETURN TO SERVICE
• Storage
• Return To Service
• STOPPING THE ENGINE AND LEAVING THE VERSAHANDLER
• Procedure
• EMERGENCY EXIT
• Rear Window
• HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
• HYDRAULIC / HYDROSTATIC SCHEMATICS
• HYDRAULIC SYSTEM INFORMATION
• Glossary Of Hydraulic / Hydrostatic Symbols
• Troubleshooting Chart
• Tightening Procedures
• LIFT CYLINDER
• Removal And Installation
• Parts Identification
• Disassembly
• Assembly
• BUCKET POSITIONING CYLINDER
• Removal And Installation
• Parts Identification
• Disassembly
• Assembly
• EXTENSION CYLINDER
• Cylinder Group Removal And Installation
• Upper Tubeline Removal
• Upper Tubeline Installation
• Extension Cylinder Removal And Installation
• Tubeline Tray Disassembly
• Tubeline Tray Assembly
• Parts Identification
• Disassembly
• Assembly
• TILT CYLINDER
• Removal And Installation
• Parts Identification
• Disassembly
• Assembly
• STEERING CYLINDER (FRONT)
• Removal
• Installation
• Disassembly
• Assembly
• STEERING CYLINDER (REAR)
• Removal
• Installation
• Disassembly
• Assembly
• DRIVE BOX
• Parts Identification
• Disassembly
• Assembly
• Special Tools
• MAIN RELIEF VALVE
• Testing
• Adjustment
• Removal And Installation
• QUICK-TACH CYLINDER
• Removal And Installation
• Parts Identification
• Disassembly
• Assembly
• FRAME LEVELING CYLINDER
• Removal And Installation
• Parts Identification
• Disassembly
• Assembly
• STEERING MODE VALVE BLOCK
• Removal And Installation
• Parts Identification
• Disassembly
• Solenoid Testing
• Assembly
• BRAKE VALVE
• Removal And Installation
• Disassembly And Assembly
• GEAR PUMP
• Removal And Installation
• Parts Identification
• Disassembly And Assembly
• FAN MOTOR
• Removal And Installation
• Parts Identification
• Disassembly And Assembly
• HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR
• Removal And Installation
• STEERING VALVE
• Removal And Installation
• Parts Identification
• Disassembly
• Inspection
• Assembly
• HYDRAULIC CONTROL VALVE
• Troubleshooting Chart (Controllers)
• Telescoping Valve Section Troubleshooting
• Auxiliary Valve Section Troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting Chart (Control Valve)
• Removal And Installation
• Parts Identification
• Disassembly And Assembly
• End Housing Disassembly And Assembly
• Lifting Valve Section Disassembly And Assembly
• Tilting Valve Section Disassembly And Assembly
• Telescoping Valve Section Disassembly And Assembly
• Auxiliary / Frame Leveling Valve Section Disassembly And Assembly
• Inlet-Outlet Valve Section Disassembly And Assembly
• PORT RELIEF VALVES
• Adjustment Procedure
• FLOW CONTROL VALVE
• Removal And Installation
• JOYSTICK
• Removal And Installation
• PARKING BRAKE
• Pressure Switch Removal And Installation
• Pressure Switch Disassembly And Assembly
• Valve Removal And Installation
• Valve Disassembly And Assembly
• PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE
• Testing
• Removal And Installation
• Disassembly And Assembly
• ACCUMULATOR
• Removal And Installation
• TOW VALVE
• Removal And Installation
• Disassembly And Assembly
• HYDROSTATIC SYSTEM
• HYDROSTATIC SYSTEM INFORMATION
• Troubleshooting Chart
• Replenishing Valve Function
• OIL COOLER
• Description
• HYDROSTATIC DRIVE MOTOR
• Removal And Installation
• Parts Identification
• Inspection
• Assembly
• HYDROSTATIC PUMP
• Removal And Installation
• Parts Identification
• Disassembly
• Inspection
• Assembly
• DRIVE SYSTEM
• TROUBLESHOOTING
• Chart
• AXLE AND DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT)
• General Information
• Planetary Carrier Parts Identification
• Planetary Carrier Disassembly
• Steering Knuckle And Drive Axle Parts Identification
• Steering Knuckle Disassembly
• Drive Axle Disassembly
• Brake System Identification
• Brake System Disassembly
• Differential Parts Identification
• Differential Disassembly
• Bevel Pinion Parts Identification
• Bevel Pinion Disassembly
• Pinion Group Assembly
• Differential Assembly
• Brake System Assembly
• Drive Axle Assembly
• Steering Knuckle Assembly
• Planetary Carrier Assembly
• Special Tools
• AXLE AND DIFFERENTIAL (REAR)
• General Information
• Planetary Carrier Parts Identification
• Planetary Carrier Disassembly
• Steering Knuckle And Drive Axle Parts Identification
• Steering Knuckle Disassembly
• Differential And Bevel Pinion Parts Identification
• Differential Disassembly
• Bevel Pinion Disassembly
• Bevel Pinion Assembly
• Differential Assembly
• Steering Knuckle Assembly
• Planetary Carrier Assembly
• Special Tools
• FRONT AXLE
• Removal
• Installation
• AXLE TOE-IN
• Adjustment
• PARKING BRAKE
• Releasing The Brake For Towing
• Re-Activating The Brake
• STEERING ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
• Adjustment
• DRIVESHAFT
• Removal And Installation
• SERVICE BRAKE
• Description
• Bleeding The Brake Circuit
• REAR AXLE
• Removal
• Installation
• MAIN FRAME
• OPERATOR CAB (S/N A8HL12999 & BELOW, A8HP12999 & BELOW)
• Removal And Installation
• OPERATOR CAB (S/N A8HL13000 & ABOVE, A8HP13000 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• CANOPY
• Removal And Installation
• OPERATOR SEAT
• Removal And Installation
• BOOM ASSEMBLY
• Removal And Installation
• INNER BOOM
• Removal
• Installation
• WEAR PADS (FRONT)
• Removal And Installation
• WEAR PADS (REAR)
• Removal
• Installation
• ENGINE COVER
• Gas Cylinder Removal And Installation
• Removal And Installation
• AIR INTAKE COWLING
• Removal And Installation
• FUEL TANK
• Removal And Installation
• QUICK-TACH
• Removal And Installation
• REAR WEIGHTS
• Removal And Installation
• FENDER
• Removal And Installation
• PIVOT LINK
• Removal And Installation
• DASH COVER / STEERING COLUMN COVER (S/N A8HL12999 & BELOW, A8HP12999 & BELOW, A8HK11001 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• DASH COVER / STEERING COLUMN COVER (S/N A8HL13000 & ABOVE, A8HP13000 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• JOYSTICK PANEL (S/N A8HL12999 & BELOW, S/N A8HP12999 & BELOW, A8HK11001 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• JOYSTICK PANEL (S/N A8HL13000 & ABOVE, A8HP13000 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• ELECTRICAL SYSTEM & ANALYSIS
• ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS
• ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INFORMATION (S/N A8HL12999 & BELOW, A8HP12999 & BELOW, A8HK11001 & ABOVE)
• Troubleshooting Chart
• Description
• Fuses, Diodes And Relays
• ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INFORMATION (S/N A8HL13000 & ABOVE, A8HP13000 & ABOVE)
• Troubleshooting Chart
• Description
• Fuses, Diodes And Relays
• BATTERY
• Removal And Installation
• Servicing
• Using A Booster Battery (Jump Starting)
• ALTERNATOR
• Removal And Installation
• Adjusting The Alternator Belt
• STARTER
• Removal And Installation
• Disassembly
• Inspection And Repair
• Assembly
• LATERAL OPERATOR RESTRAINT SYSTEM (LORS)
• Restraint Bar Removal And Installation
• Sensor Removal And Installation
• Strut Removal And Installation
• Strut Disassembly And Assembly
• Restraint Bar Bushing Removal And Installation
• Restraint Bar Bumper Removal And Installation
• LIGHTS
• Rear Light Removal And Installation
• Front Light Removal And Installation
• TRAVEL / SIGNAL LEVER (S/N A8HL12999 & BELOW, A8HP12999 & BELOW, A8HK11001 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• TRAVEL / SIGNAL LEVER (S/N A8HL13000 & ABOVE, A8HP13000 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• INSTRUMENT PANEL
• Removal And Installation
• SWITCH PANEL (S/N A8HL12999 & BELOW, S/N A8HP12999 & BELOW, S/N A8HK11001 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• SWITCH PANEL (S/N A8HL13000 & ABOVE, A8HP13000 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• Parts Identification
• BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH
• Removal And Installation
• Adjustment
• WIPER MOTOR (FRONT)
• Removal And Installation
• WIPER MOTOR (TOP)
• Removal And Installation
• WIPER MOTOR (REAR)
• Removal And Installation
• PEDAL ASSEMBLY
• Removal And Installation
• Disassembly And Assembly
• INCHING SWITCH
• Removal And Installation
• Adjustment
• SERVICE SOFTWARE
• Connecting The Laptop Computer
• Entering The Service Software
• Monitor Screen
• Warnings Screen
• Calibrate Inch Pedal
• Calibrate Creep Potentiometer
• Program / Update Susmic Controller
• FRAME LEVEL SPEED SWITCH
• Description
• Removal
• Installation
• Disassembly And Assembly
• ENGINE SERVICE
• TROUBLESHOOTING
• Chart
• ENGINE SPEED CONTROL
• Removal And Installation
• MUFFLER
• Removal And Installation
• AIR CLEANER
• Housing Removal And Installation
• OIL COOLER / RADIATOR
• Removal And Installation
• Disassembly And Assembly
• ENGINE AND ENGINE MOUNTS
• Removal And Installation
• ENGINE COMPONENTS AND TESTING
• Fuel Injection Pump Removal
• Fuel Injection Pump Installation
• Fuel Injectors Removal And Installation
• Checking The Fuel Lift Pump
• Fuel Lift Pump Removal And Installation
• Compression Checking
• Glow Plug Checking
• Glow Plugs Removal And Installation
• ENGINE TIMING
• Procedure
• ENGINE / HYDROSTAT ASSEMBLY
• Removal And Installation
• FLYWHEEL AND HOUSING
• Removal And Installation
• Ring Gear Removal
• Ring Gear Installation
• RECONDITIONING THE ENGINE
• Turbocharger Troubleshooting
• Turbocharger Description
• Turbocharger Removal And Installation
• Exhaust Manifold Removal And Installation
• Fuel Injector Cover Removal And Installation
• Rocker Cover Removal And Installation
• Cylinder Head Removal
• Cylinder Head Inspection
• Cylinder Head Installation
• Rocker Shaft Disassembly And Assembly
• Valve Removal
• Valve Springs Checking
• Valve Depth Checking
• Valve Guides Checking
• Valve Guide Removal
• Valve Guide Installation
• Valves Checking
• Cutting A Valve Seat
• Valve Seat Assembly
• Changing Valve Springs (With Cylinder Head Installed)
• Valve Clearance Adjustment
• Timing Case And Drive Assembly Description
• Timing Cover Removal
• Timing Cover Installation
• Crankshaft Pulley Removal And Installation
• Front Oil Seal Removal And Installation
• Timing Case And Gear Removal
• Timing Case And Gear Installation
• Camshaft And Tappets Removal
• Camshaft And Tappets Installation
• Pistons And Connecting Rods Description
• Pistons And Connecting Rods Removal
• Pistons And Connecting Rods Disassembly
• Piston Ring End Gap
• Piston Ring Installation
• Piston Ring Groove Clearance
• Connecting Rod Inspection
• Connecting Rod Bushing Replacement
• Piston And Connecting Rod Assembly
• Piston And Connecting Rod Installation
• Checking Piston Height
• Crankshaft And Bearings Description
• Crankshaft And Bearings Removal
• Inspection Of Crankshaft And Bearings
• Crankshaft And Bearings Installation
• Rear Oil Seal Removal
• Rear Oil Seal Housing Positioning
• Rear Oil Seal Installation
• Checking Crankshaft End Play
• Cooling System Description
• Thermostat Removal and Installation
• Thermostat Testing
• Lubricating Oil Cooler Removal And Installation
• Water Pump Removal
• Water Pump Installation
• Engine Lubrication System Description
• Oil Filter Adapter Removal And Installation
• Oil Pan Removal And Installation
• Oil Screen And Pick-up Tube
• Oil Pump Removal
• Oil Pump Installation
• Oil Pump Disassembly And Assembly
• Oil Pressure Relief Valve Disassembly And Assembly
• Engine Block Description
• Engine Block Disassembly And Assembly
• Piston Cooling Jet Removal
• Piston Cooling Jet Installation
• Piston Cooling Jet Alignment
• Inspection
• Cylinder Liner Inspection
• Cylinder Liner Removal
• Cylinder Liner Installation
• HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)
• AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM FLOW
• Principles
• Chart
• COMPONENTS
• Identification
• SAFETY
• Safety Equipment
• REGULAR MAINTENANCE
• Filter Element Removal And Installation
• Compressor Drive Belt Inspection
• Cleaning The Condenser
• BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING
• Poor A/C Performance
• Compressor Drive Belt Inspection
• Checking The Electrical System
• GENERAL AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE GUIDELINES
• Compressor Oil
• Compressor Oil Check
• Component Replacement And Refrigeration Leaks
• SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING
• Chart
• Gauge Pressure Related Troubleshooting
• TEMPERATURE/PRESSURE
• Chart
• AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE
• Chart
• SYSTEM CHARGING AND RECLAMATION
• Reclamation Procedure
• Charging Procedure With A Manifold Gauge Set
• Charging Procedure
• COMPRESSOR
• Removal And Installation
• Compressor Clutch Disassembly And Assembly
• CONDENSER (S/N A8HL12999 & BELOW, A8HP12999 & BELOW, A8HK11001 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• CONDENSER (S/N A8HL13000 & ABOVE, A8HP13000 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• RECEIVER / DRIER
• Removal And Installation
• PRESSURE SWITCH
• Removal And Installation
• EVAPORATOR / BLOWER UNIT (S/N A8HL12999 & BELOW, A8HP12999 & BELOW, A8HK11001 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• EVAPORATOR / BLOWER UNIT (S/N A8HL13000 & ABOVE, A8HP13000 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• EXPANSION VALVE (S/N A8HL12999 & BELOW, A8HP12999 & BELOW, A8HK11001 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• EXPANSION VALVE (S/N A8HL13000 & ABOVE, A8HP13000 & ABOVE)
• Removal And Installation
• HEATER ASSEMBLY
• Removal And Installation
• Fan Removal And Installation
• Core Removal And Installation
• SPECIFICATIONS
• VersaHANDLER SPECIFICATIONS
• Machine Dimensions
• Performance
• Engine
• Fan Pump
• Controls
• Drive System
• Tires
• Capacities
• Hydraulic System
• Electrical
• Instrument Panel
• ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
• General
• Cylinder Head
• Valve Guides
• Exhaust Valves
• Intake Valves
• Valve Springs
• Rocker Shaft, Rockers And Bushings
• Pistons And Piston Rings
• Connecting Rods And Bearings
• Crankshaft
• Crankshaft Re-Grind Data
• Main Bearings
• Thrust Washers
• Camshaft And Thrust Washer
• Cylinder Block
• Cylinder Liners
• Fuel Injection Pump
• Fuel Injectors
• Fuel Lift Pump
• Timing Case And Timing Gears
• Oil Pump, Gear And Relief Valve
• Turbocharger
• Flywheel
• Water Pump And Thermostat
• Engine Torque Component
• MACHINE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
• Axle
• Boom
• Drive Box
• Drive Motor
• Engine
• Hydraulic Pump
• TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS FOR BOLTS
• Torque for General SAE Bolts
• Torque For General Metric Bolts
• HYDRAULIC CONNECTION SPECIFICATIONS
• O-ring Face Seal Connection
• Straight Thread O-ring Fitting
• Tubelines And Hoses
• Flare Fitting
• O-ring Flare Fitting
• Port Seal Fitting
• HYDRAULIC / HYDROSTATIC FLUID SPECIFICATIONS
• Specifications
• CONVERSIONS
• Decimal And Millimeter Equivalent Chart
• U.S. To Metric Conversion Chart
• ALPHABETICAL INDEX
• SERVICE MANUAL REVISION
• Revision No: V723 – 1