Official JCB Service Manual for JS130, JS160 Hydraulic Excavators 1997
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Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
JC Bamford Excavators Ltd
- JS130 (ab 1996/1997)
- JS160 (ab 1996/1997)
Professional Workshop Service Manual & Technical Specifications
JCB JS130 & JS160 Hydraulic Excavator Service Manual | 1997 Edition
Ensure your heavy equipment stays on the job site with the definitive, factory-issued service manual for the JCB JS130 and JS160 Hydraulic Excavators. This comprehensive 533-page technical guide provides the exact specifications and step-by-step procedures used by professional JCB distributor service engineers.
Whether you are performing routine fluid changes or a complete hydraulic system overhaul, this manual offers the technical depth required to maintain peak performance and maximize the lifespan of your machine.
Targeted Model Coverage & Serial Numbers
This manual is specifically authored for the following JCB tracked excavators:
- JCB JS130: From machine serial number 758000
- JCB JS160: From machine serial number 702000
Equipped with the Isuzu A4BG1T series engines (A4BG1T-S1 for JS130 and A4BG1T-S2 for JS160), these machines require precise technical data which is detailed extensively in the dedicated engine and systems sections of this publication.
Comprehensive Technical Sections
The manual is logically organized into alphanumeric sections for quick navigation on mobile devices or in the workshop:
- General Information & Safety: Essential groundwork for workshop practices, safety procedures, and torque settings to prevent component damage.
- Routine Maintenance: Full maintenance schedules, lubrication guides, and daily check procedures to ensure warranty compliance and operational safety.
- Hydraulics & Electrics: Deep-dive schematics and troubleshooting for the complex control valves, pumps, and wiring harnesses unique to the JS series.
- Transmission & Track: Detailed service data for the undercarriage, track running gear, and drive systems.
- Engine (Isuzu A4BG1T): Complete technical data including valve clearances, compression ratios, fuel system settings, and speed specifications.
Key Technical Specifications Included
- Engine Type: Isuzu 4-cylinder in-line, turbocharged, direct injection diesel.
- Performance Data: Max speed (no load) and compression pressures.
- System Capacities: Specific fluid types and volumes for hydraulic and cooling systems.
- Wear Limits: Critical measurements for bottom rollers, idlers, and track components to help you plan your repairs.
Why This Manual is Essential for Owners and Technicians
- Minimize Downtime: Use the professional troubleshooting guides to identify electrical or hydraulic faults immediately, rather than replacing parts by trial and error.
- Professional Grade Data: This is not a basic operator's manual. It contains high-level repair procedures, including renewal of oil seals, gaskets, and component rebuilds.
- Mobile Optimized Reference: The clear section breaks and technical data tables are designed for easy reading on smartphones and tablets, allowing you to access torque specs right at the machine.
- Safety Compliance: Includes the full "Care & Safety" section to ensure all repair work is performed according to industry standards, protecting both the technician and the equipment.
Stop guessing and start repairing with the factory Publication No. 9803/6410. This manual is the ultimate investment for anyone serious about the maintenance and repair of their JCB JS130 or JS160 excavator.
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