EW140E/EW160E/EC220E/EC300E

Foreword OPERATOR'S MANUAL

This appendix is intended to serve as a supplement to the Operator’s
Manual of the machine and should be read together with the manual. Keep
the appendix, together with the Operator’s Manual of the machine, in the
cab, so that it is always at hand. Replace it immediately, if it is lost.
NOTE!
If this Operator's Manual covers more than one machine, the information
applies to all machines unless otherwise indicated. Table of contents
A lot of work has been spent on the machine's design and manufacture to
make it as effective and safe as possible. Accidents that occur in despite
of this can most often be contributed to the human factor. A safety-
conscious person and a well-maintained machine make a safe, efficient, Appendix
and profitable combination. Therefore, read the safety instructions and
follow them.
We continuously strive to improve our products and to make them more
effective by changes to their design. We reserve the right to do this without
committing ourselves to introduce these improvements on already
delivered products. We also reserve the right to change data and
equipment, as well as instructions for service and maintenance without
prior notice.
Safety regulations
It is the operator's obligation to know and follow the applicable national
and local safety regulations. The safety instructions in this manual only
apply to cases where there are no national or local regulations.

DANGER
The safety symbol combined with this signal word indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Danger
is limited to the most extreme situations.

WARNING
The safety symbol combined with this signal word indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION
The safety symbol combined with this signal word indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in moderate or minor injury.

NOTICE
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which may result in machine
damage.
NOTE!
It is used to highlight information for installing, use, or maintenance that is
important but is not safety-related.
Alphabetical index

Ref. No. 00000000-A

The original language is English. Original instructions.
2017.11
Copyright © 2017, Volvo Construction Equipment. All rights reserved.
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Table of contents
Foreword ................................................................. 1
Appendix .................................................................. 5
Dig Assist ............................................................................ 5
Alphabetical index ................................................. 55
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Dig Assist 5

Appendix
Dig Assist
1 Dig Assist is an on-board application for the Volvo Co-Pilot (1).
It is an indicate only system to dig a line, slope, level, various
profiles or 3D volumes.
It also provides a height and depth alarm while digging.
The Dig Assist system is factory calibrated to work accurately.
If components are replaced including attachment such as boom,
dipper arm and quick coupler, re-calibration may be necessary.
For further support, contact a Volvo Construction Equipment
dealer.

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1 VOLVO CO-PILOT

Intended use
Dig Assist is intended to be used as an information system to
assist user’s tasks. Dig assist is a supplement for aid. It does not
release the operator from following the instructions and
cautionary measures described in the ordinary Operator’s
manual.

Application
This Appendix to Operator’s Manual describes how to use the Dig
Assist 1.5. Make sure you are working with exactly this
application.
You can check this in the menu Settings > Setup > About >
Application.
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Features and functionalities

Dig Assist In-Field
Feature Dig Assist Start Dig Assist 2D
Design

Hardware
Co-Pilot X X X
IMU(a) (Bucket, Dipper Arm, Boom, Second
X X X
Boom(b), Body)
IMU(a) (Tiltbucket(b)) (X) (X) (X)
CAN GW (Tiltbucket(b)) (X) (X) (X)
Laser catcher X X X
Smart Receiver — X X
GNSS antennas — X X

GNSS — X X
Heading — X X
Position — — X
NTRIP — — X
SBAS — — X
RTK — — X

Quick mode X X X
Quick mode: Plan X X X
Quick mode: Slope X X X

Project & Tasks — X X

Project: Site offset — — X
Task: Level — X X
Task: Slope — X X
Task: Line — X X
Task: Offset — X X
Task, In-Field: Profile — — X
Task, In-Field: Plan — — X

Laser & Touch point

Touch point (Transfer) X X X
Laser as reference X X X

View selector
Top view X X X
Side view X X X
Front view X X X
3D view X X X
Quick measure X X X
Smart view (cameras(b)) (X) (X) (X)
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Dig Assist In-Field
Feature Dig Assist Start Dig Assist 2D
Design

Other
Height & depth alarm X X X
Height indication X X X
Quick tips X X X
Day-/Night mode X X X
Quick measure X X X
Attachment handling X X X
Instruction manual X X X
Multiple Apps X X X
Automatic tool reference (left-right-middle) X X X

Sensing data
Bucket position — longitudinal X X X
Bucket position — lateral — X X
Bucket position — vertical X X X
Heading — X X
only start-position by only start-position by
Machine position (origin) setting reference setting reference by GNSS
point(c) point(c)
a) Inertial Measurement Unit
b) optional equipment
c) Moving (driving) the machine needs Touch point or Laser

Dig Assist In-Field

Functionalities Dig Assist Start Dig Assist 2D
Design

Level X X X
Reference Level Set reference point(a) Set reference point(a) Site reference
Moving (driving) machine by Touch point or Laser by Touch point or Laser Automatic by GNSS

X
Slope X X
Heading by Operator (b)
Reference level Heading by Operator(b) Set reference point(a) Site reference
by Touch point or Laser NOT
Moving (driving) machine by Touch point or Laser Automatic by GNSS
recommended

Line — X X
Reference level — Set reference point(a) Site reference
Moving (driving) machine — by Touch point Automatic by GNSS

In-field Design — — X
Reference level — — Site reference
Moving (driving) machine — — Automatic by GNSS
a) Moving (driving) the machine needs Touch point or Laser
b) Heading (direction) not supported in 2D Start. When turning the machine the Operator must compensate the height.
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Dig Assist, component location

(EW160E with 2–piece boom as example)

8
3 9

2 7
5

FU90

10 FU99

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Components
1 Volvo Co-Pilot (Secondary Information Display)(a)
FU90 Fuse Volvo Co-Pilot(d)
2 Bucket IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit)
3 Laser catcher(b)
4 Dipper arm IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit)
5 Boom IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit). In mono-boom variants at position 6.
6 Second boom IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit). Not in mono-boom variants.
7 Smart Receiver(b)(c)
8 GNSS antenna (secondary)(b)(c)
9 GNSS antenna (primary)(b)(c)
FU99 Fuse Dig Assist(d)
10 Body IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit)
a) See information about adjusting and disassembling below.
b) See information about disassembling below.
c) See page 54 for the overall machine height.
d) See page 54 for fuse specification.
NOTE!
Only disassemble components as described below. Follow the
safety instructions of the Operator’s Manual, especially in chapter
“Safety when servicing”. A daily remove is not designated.
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Volvo Co-Pilot
The Volvo Co-Pilot is a combined touchscreen and control unit
with integrated 3G connectivity.

Volvo Co-Pilot

1 Power supply and CAN communication

2 Connector “Ethernet”
– Not used for Dig Assist.
3 Connector “USB 2.0”
– Used for software updates via USB stick.
4 3G antenna
– Used for mobile internet connection.
5 Mini SIM card and Micro SD card
– Mini SIM card used for mobile internet connection. Needed
for OtA (Over-the-Air) software updates and for RTK
correction via internet (NTRIP).
NOTE!
How to install Mini SIM card is described in settings on page
18.
– Micro-SD card not used for Dig Assist.
Volvo Co-Pilot, rear side
6 Connector “External 3G”
– Used to connect the external 3G antenna.
7 Connector “Video In”
– Used for signal from Volvo Smart View camera system.
8 Connector “Audio In/Out”
– Not used for Dig Assist.
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Display, adjusting
NOTE!
Adjust the display according to the instructions below to make
sure it cannot interfere with any controls.
1 Adjust the seat for a safe and comfortable driving position, see
the machine’s Operator’s Manual.
2 Loosen the joint lock (1) and adjust the display to the most
1 suitable position with minimum reflections. Make sure there is
no interference between the display and the levers when
operating the machine.
3 Tighten the joint lock (1) securely.

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Display, disassembling
1 Remove the connections on rear side of the display.
2 Hold the display with one hand and loosen the joint lock (1)
until you can remove the display.
3 Mount the display in reverse order.
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Smart Receiver
The Smart Receiver is mounted on the roof of the cab.
Together with the two GNSS antennas it is used for the orientation
and position of the machine, based on the Global Navigation
Satellite System (GNSS) and Real Time Kinematic correction
(RTK).
For more information regarding setting of RTK correction, refer to
the page 18.
NOTE!
The Smart receiver may top the overall height of the machine.
See the dimension on page 54.
Smart Receiver, disassembling
When transporting the machine or not in use, if necessary keep
the Smart Receiver in a safe place.
Smart Receiver
1 Cable to the left GNSS antenna (primary)
2 Connector CAN
3 Cable to right GNSS antenna (second)
4 LED

4 1 Turn off the battery disconnect switch.

2 Disconnect the antenna cables and wire harness from the
Smart Receiver.
3 Open the lock and loosen the handles.
3 4 Remove the Smart Receiver with the bracket.
5 Keep the Smart Receiver unit at safety place.
NOTE!
Install the Smart Receiver in reverse order when assembling.
NOTE!
Pay attention to the correct connection of the antenna cables. See
color markings.
3 V1172557

1 Antenna cables and wire harness

2 Connector holes for disconnected cables
3 Handle
4 Lock
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GNSS antenna
The two GNSS antennas (primary and secondary) receive the
satellite positioning signals and are mounted on two masts on the
counterweight.
NOTE!
The GNSS antennas are interchangeable, but it is very important
that the left and right side are connected correctly to the Smart
Receiver .
Otherwise it results in a wrong orientation of the machine.
NOTE!
If the counterweight is removed, it is important that the
counterweight is reinstalled in the same position as before. If
there are deviations, a calibration is necessary.
GNSS antenna, disassembling
When transporting the machine or during long-time parking, if
necessary keep the GNSS antenna in a safe place.
1 Turn off the battery disconnect switch.
NOTE!
Use service platform or service ladder to access GNSS antenna.
2 Unscrew the connector (2) and screw it to the cable holder (4).
3 Loosen the screw (1).
3
2 4 Remove the antenna (3).
5 Assemble the antenna in reverse order.
1
NOTE!
Position the connector forward. If necessary loosen the screw (1)
and turn the holding bolt.
4 NOTE!
Start the Dig Assist system and check that no error messages
appear.
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Laser catcher
The laser catcher (1) is mounted on the left side of the dipper arm.
It is used to capture the laser beam of a rotating laser on the
construction site.
Laser catcher, disassembling
If not needed, the laser catcher can be removed easily to prevent
any damage.
1 Lower the attachment to the ground.
2 Turn off the battery disconnect switch.
3 Disconnect the cables. When disconnecting the cables, pull
the lock ring.
4 Remove the screws and keep the laser catcher at safety place.
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Main screen
1 2
! i ! H

Bucket 3

12

11
4

10

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1 Status bar Read information on page 16.

2 Active Attachment(name) Read information on page 18.
3 Settings Read information on page 18.
4 Quick tips Read information on page 28.

5 Bucket reference / Attachment Read information on page 29.

6 Laser(a) Read information on page 30.

7 Touch point(a) Read information on page 31.

8 View selector Read information on page 32.

9 Project bar Read information on page 33.
10 Project Read information on page 36.
11 Height indication Read information on page 44.
12 Simulation/information view(s) Read information on page 32.
a) only visible in tasks or Quick mode without GNSS on, see information on page 16, points 8 and 9.
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Status bar
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
! i H

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Status bar

Read and follow instructions!

1 Warning message
See information on page 52.
2 Information message See information on page 52.

Download from
3
SEMS in progress A quote indicates a temporary problem.
4 Ongoing process Not available yet.
5 Action Center Pull down to open. See information below.
6 Ethernet connected When connected

7 Machine heading Available/not available.

SBAS (Satellite Based Augmentation System): Additional satellite based
GNSS support
information to improve reliability, accuracy and availability of position
system
determination.
8
RTK (Real Time Kinematic): Corrections using base station.
GNSS correction
services NTRIP: RTK corrections via internet, requires an account at an NTRIP
provider.
GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System): Satellite constellation that
GNSS, status on/off, exists of GPS, GLONASS, COMPASS and/or GALILEO.
9
accuracy Number of bars (1–5) shows the accuracy of GNSS position, see table
below.
10 Signal connection type (should be minimum 3G or better H)
11 Signal strength of internet connection

More information and how to connect is described in the settings

menu on page 18.
Action Center
The Action Center gives you quick acces to apps, several basic
functions and messages.
Pull down this symbol to open the Action Center.
1 2 3 4 5 1 Adjust display’s Brightness.
2 Open Apps here.
3 Switch between Day- and Night Mode.
4 Open Message Center.
5 Open Co-Pilot Settings menu.
Warning Message
3 active
6 6 See newest Messages.
V1186450 Pull up to close the Action Center.
Action Center (apps are examples)
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GNSS accuracy

GNSS accuracy RMS (Root mean square(a)), cm (in)

Number of bars Horizontal accuracy Vertical accuracy
0 >100 (>39.4) >200 (>78.7)
1 20–100 (7.9–39.4) 40–200 (15.7–78.7)
2 15–20 (5.9–7.9) 30–40 (11.8–15.7)
3 10–15 (3.9–5.9) 20–30 (7.9–11.8)
4 5–10 (2–3.9) 10–20 (3.9–7.9)
5 0–5 (0–2) 0–10 (0–3.9)
a) Statistical values. Individual deviations, depending on location, can be larger.
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Settings
Tap the symbol to open the settings menu.

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Settings (Settings) menu

MACHINE
Add, save and activate attachments and tiltrotators here.
Attachment
Add attachment: Fill in the values manually (see following
headlines Height and Angle, Width and Bottom offset). A
level measurement device is needed.
NOTE!
Be sure that no unauthorised persons are within the work area
around the machine.

- Height and Angle

1 Attach a plumb line (1) at the center of the bucket pin.
2 Move the bucket until the plumb line touches the tip of a
tooth.

1 Plumb line
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3 Tap on Angle.
“Current:” is the actual by the machine measured angle
value in this bucket position.
Verify that the value of current angle is the same as the
stored angle value (yellow).
4 If necessary, correct the stored value and tap OK.

MACHINE setting
1 Stored angle value
2 Current angle value

5 Measure the height (X) between the center of the bucket

pin and the tip of a tooth.

X Height
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6 Tap on Height.
Enter the measured height and tap OK.
- Width
1 Tap on Width.
2 Measure the width of the bucket as shown.
3 Enter the measured width and tap OK.
- Bottom offset
1 Tap on Bottom offset.
2 Move the bucket onto flat ground as shown.
“Current:” is the actual by the machine measured angle
value in this bucket position.
Verify that the value of current angle is the same as the
stored angle value (yellow).
3 If necessary, correct the stored value and tap OK.
4 Check if all values for the attachment are correct, then
enter a name and tap Save.
1 Enter height value 5 To work with this attachment, choose it from the list, tap
Set active attachment and close the window.
Tiltrotator
Add tiltrotator: Select the type of tiltrotator which is installed
on the machine from the list and calibrate it according to
shown instruction.
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SETUP

Operation
- Height alarm and Depth alarm: When you are working within
dangerous areas with e.g. high voltage power line or
underground cables and pipes, you shall set the Height or
Depth alarm.
NOTE!
The Height and Depth alarm levels will be visible in the Height
Indication field on the main screen. Please read further
instructions on page 44.
Units
Metric
If you know the exact height/depth, fill in the number directly
according your current ground level. Otherwise raise/lower the
Instruction manual attachment to the target height and tap Auto set height/depth.
Enable Height and Depth alarm warning (visual or also
Licenses
Application
audible).
Dig Assist 1.5
Application version NOTE!
3.1.405.0 (301405000) When you are working within dangerous areas, always read
System version
SID Platform Software Version: 3.1.396.0
and follow the safety instructions of the ordinary Operator’s
V1186176 Manual.
SETUP menu
NOTE!
Compare application name with declaration in this Always set an appropriate distance to the dangerous height or
manual, see page 5.
depth zone and also watch and re-check the position of the
Version numbers are only examples attachment in the real world.
- Angle presentation: Switch between Percentage (%) and
Degrees (°).
- Quick mode
Enabled Machine heading
When Machine heading is enabled, but no position data can
be received, an error message (invalid position) will arise
during Quick measure.
When machine heading is enabled in quick mode, the machine
considers the rotation of the machine. It is useful when you are
working with cross slope.
Disabled Machine heading
When machine heading is disabled the movement in cross-
direction of the machine (swing motion) can not be accounted
and all measurements will only be valid for the movement of
the bucket in relation to the machine axis.
Enable Remember values for the Quick mode here (this setting
will be disabled after new start).
For more detail information, see page 35 .
- Help on main screen: Enable Help/Quick Tips on main screen
here. For more information, see page 28.
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System
CO-PILOT SETTINGS - CO-PILOT SETTINGS
SETTINGS LIST
1. Connectivity
Connectivity 1 Check data usage and select/set your Mobile network here.
Software update 2
NOTE!
GNSS 3 Before using connectivity services (local or satellite), check the
responsibility therefor in accordance to local laws and regulations.
Display 4
Language & input 5 Volvo Co-Pilot Mini SIM card, installing
Date & time 6
About 7

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CO-PILOT SETTINGS

1 2 1 Turn off the battery disconnect switch.

2 Loosen the screws (1) and remove the cover plate (2).
3 Insert the Mini SIM card.
4 Install the cover plate.
5 Turn on the battery disconnect switch.
6 Turn on the ignition.
7 If the Mini SIM card is pin code protected, wait until the pop-
up for pin code appears and then enter the code in the Volvo
Co-Pilot.
8 The Volvo Co-Pilot automatically connects to the internet.
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1 Fixing screws
2 Cover plate

Connectivity settings if not connected automatically:

9 Tap the symbol on the screen to enter the Settings menu.
10 Tap Setup → CO-PILOT Settings → Connectivity.
11 Tap Automatic
A pop-up message appears:
“Reset Connectivity Settings?”
Tap OK to reset the settings.
NOTE!
This pop-up message does not appear the first time after a fresh
installation.
This will automatically connect the Volvo Co-Pilot to the internet.

Automatic Connectivity
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12 This process can take up to 1 minute.

Connecting process

13 If successfully connected:
The connection status will appear in the bottom of the page.
Tap OK.

Successfully connected
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14 If not connected successfully:
If the Volvo Co-Pilot isn't able to connect to the internet, this
view will appear.
Tap OK and follow the instructions below.
NOTE!
Reasons for a failed connection may be a poor mobile network
connection, no data left on the subscription, mobile network
operator requirements, etc.
Check the network performance, SIM card properties, mobile
network operator requirements.
If automatic registration is not working:

Not connected

15 Tap Custom setup → Cellular network settings.

Custom setup (Custom setup)

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16 Tap Access Point Names and choose your connection to
change the access point settings accordingly to the mobile
network operator requirements.

Access Point Names (Access Point Names)

17 To edit a field, tap on the field.

To save the changes, tap on the three dot icon and tap Save.

DeleteAPN

Save

Discard

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Verifying the mobile network status
18 Go back to CO-PILOT Settings and tap About → Status → SIM
status.
Verify that the network connection is established by checking
Mobile network state says Connected.
Back in the main screen, network coverage status is displayed
in the status bar.
For example H or E, depending on the available network
technology.
2. Software update
Tap Software update → OtA update (over the air update): The
system checks for updates, follow the instructions.
NOTE!
Software can be updated via USB by a qualified service
technician. He will also counsel you about additional apps and
additional system updates!

GNSS 3. GNSS
RTK (Real time kinematic) is a technique used to enhance the
RTK
Disconnected A precision of position data derived from GNSS.
NTRIP B To achieve a centimeter-level precision, the Smart Receiver must
have access to a data stream, which provides a number of
Disconnected
RTK

Frequency band
A parameters to compensate atmospheric and other disturbances
400 MHz
in the satellite positioning signals.
Frequency
40000000 Hz
There are 2 ways to transmit a correction signal:
Auto mode
Mode A . RTK corrections from a local base station:
PC -PacCrest, 9600 bps, FEC ON, 12.5 kHz, 2FSK, T
EO
A local base station on the construction site equipped with a
NTRIP

Server
B radio transmitter broadcasts RTK corrections over the entire
http:// construction site.
Port
2101 The radio signals from the base station are received by the
Username
Smart Receiver.

Password - Enter the data to connect if the construction site has a local
RTK base station or
Mountpoint
V1186367 - Use the Auto mode.
GNSS settings
NOTE!
Auto mode searches for different correction protocols. The
correct frequency has to be set by the operator.

- Tap Connect.
B . RTK corrections from an internet NTRIP service:
NTRIP is a protocol that enables the use of the same type of
RTK corrections that are broadcast by a Base Station, but the
RTK corrections are distributed via the Internet.
The working principle is exactly the same, but without the
need of a local base station at the construction side.
RTK corrections via NTRIP require:
– An internet connection to the Volvo Co-Pilot. (SIM card
installed, correction data are received by the 3G antenna)
– A user account with an NTRIP broadcaster.
Enter the data provided by your NTRIP broadcaster and tap
Connect.
The buildup of the connection can take a few minutes and is
indicated in the status bar.
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From now on the connection is buildup automatically with
every new start of the machine. If not, tap Connect.

4 . Display
Adjust the screen’s Brightness level or set to Adaptive
brightness.
5 . Language & input
Select language and keyboard type here.
6 . Date & time
Select date and time zone here or set it to Automatic (only with
available network) and choose 24–hour-format.
7 . About
Check machine ID, hardware and software information of Co-Pilot
here.
- Units
Switch between Metrics and Feet.

About
- Open Dig Assist’s Instruction manual here and see
informations about Licenses, Application version and System
version.
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Quick tips
To get more information, tap the symbol:
1 2 3 0.0 On the main screen or
In the project bar when adding a Project / Task
4 5
This symbol can be disabled from the main screen in the Settings
—>Setup—>Help on main screen.

0.0

0.0

4. Active bucket

6
7
8

12.
9

12 11 10
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Quick tips on the main screen

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Bucket reference / Attachment

The reference tooth is the point at your attachment, that always
corresponds with the indicated height shown in Dig Assist (see
Stored attachment name
chapter Height Indication on page 44). It is the reference for
Touch point (page 31), Site reference (page 36) and triggers
the Height/Depths alarm (page 44).
NOTE!
Always take into account, which tooth is selected, to avoid errors
and deviate Height/Depth alarms, e.g. when attachment is tilted.

To open the Bucket reference menu, tap the symbol

Select one tooth as reference.

1 If you select Auto lowest point, the reference is set always to

the lowest tooth. This means, when tilting the bucket, the
A
reference tooth can change. This is indicated yellow under the
Bucket reference symbol (1).

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2 3
1 Bucket reference symbols
2 Active attachment
3 Attachment change
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Laser
NOTE!
The Laser function on the main screen is only available when
GNSS is off.
NOTE!
Laser receivers are sensitive to disturbances from reflections or
strobe lights. Always check that the Laser level is at the right
height before continuing your work.

Tap the symbol to connect the Dig Assist to a Laser on the

construction site as reference height.
This will enable you to move (drive) the machine and reconnect
to the Level or Slope task (or work in Quick mode) even if GNSS
is not available.
1 Move the boom/arm until the Laser catcher captures the laser
beam: The center symbol becomes yellow.
2 Wait a moment until the center symbol becomes green and
tap Connect.
3 You can work in a Task or in Quick mode now.
NOTE!
As GNSS is off, the machine can not be driven/moved without
“forgetting” its position. But to go on with the Task (or Quick
mode), the reference can be transferred. Follow steps 4 to 7.
4 You can now drive the machine to a new position.
5 Stay still on new position and tap the symbol again.
6 Redo step 1.
7 Redo step 2 but tap Transfer: The Laser reference is
transferred. Your project information on the simulation view(s)
(Slope/heights etc.) has been moved/changed to match the
new machine position.
For more information, tap the symbol at the lower right corner
in the Laser menu.
NOTE!
During a Task, a Project or in Quick mode, the rotating Laser shall
not be changed or moved.
NOTE!
How to use the Laser as reference height in a Project is described
on page 36.
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Touch point
NOTE!
The Touch point function on the main screen is only available
when Heading is enabled in the settings.
A Touch point is needed, when:
- GNSS is not available and
- you cannot use laser as reference (see former chapter) and
- the machine must be moved (driving/travelling) during a task
(or during Quick mode work).
The position of the machine is calculated by GNSS.
The position of upper frame, boom, arm and attachment is
calculated in real time by the IMUs (Inertial measurement units).
This means, without GNSS on, the Dig Assist shows the
machine’s movements, but not the position change of the
machine when driving/travelling.
To re-calculate the project information according a new position
after driving/traveling, a Touch point must be created before.
1 Move your attachment reference tooth exactly onto a fix point
on the ground.
2 Tap the symbol (1) to create the Touch point: The Touch
point symbol becomes yellow.
3 Drive the machine to the new needed position.
4 Move your attachment reference tooth exactly onto the fix
point on the ground again.
5 Tap the symbol (1) again: The Touch point is transferred.
Your project information on the simulation view(s) (lines/slope/
heights etc.) has now been moved/changed to match the new
machine position.

Create Touch point (1, symbol)

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View selector
Tap the symbol to open the view selector.
Choose the best views according your project work.
Side is suitable for digging, leveling and slope task.
Front is suitable for digging, leveling and slope task.
Top is suitable for line task.
3D view
Smart view (optional equipment) shows a real-time, overhead
view of the machine during operation. This helps your to see
all angles (360°) and ensure safe rotation.
Quick measure can be used when you want to calculate the
values of angle and/or distance using bucket tip.
1 Set the bucket tooth on the start point of you measurement.
2 Tap the symbol to start the measurement.
3 Move the bucket tooth to the end point of your measurement.
→ Values of distances and angles follow the movement.
4 Tap the symbol to erase the measurement.

Available simulation and information views

Enabled Machine heading

When Machine heading is enabled, but no position data can be
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received, an error message (invalid position) will accure during
Centralize view Quick measure.
Disabled Machine heading
When machine heading is disabled the movement in cross-
direction of the machine (swing motion) can not be accounted and
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all measurements will only be valid for the movement of the
Rotate view bucket in relation to the machine axis.
In the simulation and information view field you can:
- Zoom and shrink with two fingers.
- Open and close one single view by double tap.
- Tap these symbols to centralize or rotate the views (only in 3D
view).
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Project bar
The Lower bar (project bar) shows information about the active
Project or Quick mode.
Project: Name of project, Name of task and information about the
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task.
Quick mode: ”Quick mode”, symbol if heading is active, the
entered cross and long slope angles.
Read how to work with Projects or in Quick mode on page 34.
NOTE!
Always check that the actual active project and task shown are
the right for your current work.
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Working with Dig Assist

To work with Dig Assist, you can use the Quick mode or the
Project menu.
Use the Quick mode, when:
You want to dig a plane with a certain height or a slope with a
certain angle.
Your task is too simple to program a whole project.
You don`t have a GNSS connection (Quick mode is only 2D).
Use the Project menu, when:
You have to dig one or more tasks inside a project, that might
be more complex.
The work will last more than just a day.
You want to track a whole project with different tasks on a
certain job site.
You have a GNSS connection.
NOTE!
When you work in a defined task or in Quick mode but you do not
have a GNSS connection, the machine (or the rotating laser) must
not be moved, otherwise the reference point will be lost.
NOTE!
If you move the machine (or the rotating laser) and you want to
proceed with the project, the reference point (attachment or laser)
has to be set up again before. Instead you can set a touch point.
For detail information see pages 31 and 30.
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Quick mode
NOTE!
Before working in Quick mode, check or adjust your settings in
the functions Bucket reference / Attachment and/or Laser
and/or use the Touch point function if necessary. Follow the
instructions on pages 29, 30 and 31.
NOTE!
To use Touch point, Heading must be enabled in Settings →
Setup → Quick mode.
NOTE!
To use a local Laser as reference, you must connect to it, read
information on page 30.
The Quick mode is on, when it is shown in the Project bar. To
open the Quick mode, go to the project menu and tap Quick
mode.

1.12 m
1 Place the bucket on a reference point.
2 Tap the Height number field —.— on top to open the input
window.

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Height number field

3 Enter the height of the level and/or

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Height input

4 enter the angle of the slope in longitudinal (running lengthwise)

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direction and/or
5 enter the angle of the slope in cross (90° to longitudinal)
direction.

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Enter angle in longitudinal and/or cross direction.

6 Tap this symbol to go back to zero (if remember values is

dissabled) or to go back to former remembered values.
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Switch to zero or to remembered values

NOTE!
For “remember values”, this function must be enabled for Quick
mode in settings > Set Up. See information on page 18.
7 Tap the View field, choose the best views from the View
selector and start your work.
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Project
Projects in Dig Assist consist of one or more tasks. During working
mode on main screen the Project bar shows the actual activated
project, task and information about it. Different views show the
current working situation in progress. The tasks in the projects
have to be defined and saved before. Dig Assist leads you in steps
through the definition process and asks also for missing
information.

1.12
Project m
Tap the symbol to open the Project menu.
In the Project menu you can:
Add project + Add and create a new project,
· see the actual active project,
Active project
· choose from a list of saved projects and set one active,
Project 1 · delete projects,
Project list
· start the Quick mode,
· tap the symbol to edit or delete a saved Project or Task.
Project 2

Project 3

Project 4

Quick mode
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Add a reference for your project
Add p roject A project reference is a fixed point on the construction site with a
known height. It can be used as a reference height connected to
Project
your project. Every In-field Design task in your project then can
Add global reference for p roject be connected to this site reference without defining it again.
Create project reference The project reference must be aligned to the project with the Laser
catcher (page 30) or with the Reference tooth of the attachment
Cancel OK (page 29.
The reference can be a Local height on the site or a Global
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reference height like the Height sea level. Both should be defined
Create project reference
on the construction plan, too.
Local Project Reference
1 Move the machine near the site reference point or in view to
the rotating laser.
2 When adding a new project, tap Create project reference.
3 Select Attachment or Laser as reference.
4 Attachment: Select a tooth and place it on the chosen site
reference point (“zero point” of construction plan).
5 Confirm with Set.
6 Laser: Move the boom/arm until the laser catcher captures the
laser beam: The symbol becomes yellow.
7 Wait a moment until the symbol becomes green and tap
Connect.
8 Confirm with Set.
→ The project reference is set to the same height as the laser
level or the bucket tooth.
NOTE!
During a task, a project or in Quick mode, the laser shall not be
changed or moved.
9 You can set a certain reference offset height (bucket symbol)
from the bucket tooth or laser now.
Select Attachment or Laser as reference NOTE!
The certain project reference can be the zero height of the
construction site. If the laser is set up with an offset of, e.g. 1.65
m above the site zero, you shall enter +1.65 m in this step.
10 Tap Set for the project reference and then OK.
11 Follow the instructions in steps in the Dig assist to define your
task/project (Described in following chapter Add and create a
new Project).
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Offical Global Project Reference
NOTE!
If the site and the construction plan have a marked official height
reference, it can be used by Dig Assist to reference the height of
the work.
Such height reference is usually a “TBM” (Temporary Bench
Mark) or permanent Bench Mark, that tags the height of a point
Example for a Temporary Bench Mark for official on the ground. It can tag an official certain “Height above sea
height level”.
1 Move the machine near the Global Reference.
2 When adding a new project, tap Create project reference.
3 Select Attachment as reference.
4 Select a tooth and place it on the Official Global Height
Reference.
5 Confirm with Set.
6 Insert the Height of the Official Global Height Reference and
confirm with Set
7 Follow the instructions in steps in the Dig assist to define your
task/project (Described in following chapter Add and create a
new Project).
For levels etc. use the heights with + or — concerning the
Official Global Height Reference and the site construction
plan.
NOTE!
Any time you can replace the project reference. The height of all
tasks created with the project reference will follow the height of
the project reference. If the height of the project reference is
changed, the task’s height will change as well.

Insert Height of global height reference

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Add and create a new Project
Add p roject
1 Choose +Add project and name it.
Project You can add a Project reference as described on the page
before.
Add global reference for p roject
2 Select one of the tasks:
Create project reference · Level
· Slope
Cancel OK · Line (only available when HEADING ON)
· In-field Design (only available when GNSS ON)
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1.12
SELECT TASKm
3 Enable or disable for this task:
· Machine heading
· GNSS
· Project reference

Level Slope

Line In- field Design

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Level (horizontal surface at a defined height)

1.12
CREATE LEVELm
Select reference method
1 Step 1: Select reference method Attachment or Laser.
NOTE!
If a rotating laser is available, you can select Laser as a reference
method. Otherwise select Attachment.
NOTE!
Laser receivers are sensitive to disturbances from reflections or
strobe lights. Always check that the laser level is at the right height
before continuing your work.
2 Follow the instructions of steps 2 to 3.

Att achment Laser

1 2 3
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Select reference method

A Instructions in steps

NOTE!
In a project you can add several level tasks. To create layers of
different materials (e.g. sand, gravel), you can add up to 5 parallel
layers in each task (Set offset levels).
- Tap the + symbol to add a new level. Add up to 5 parallel
levels. Confirm with Set.
- To activate another level, tap the height number field (here
—1.20 m) next to the symbol. Activate one (it becomes
green).
A level can be edited later in the project menu by tapping
on the task on symbol .

3 Check the summary, then save the Task.

4 Add more tasks to your project in the same way if needed.
5 Go to main screen and check that the project bar shows the
right project and task you want to use.
6 Tap the Simulation views field, choose the best views from
the View selector and start your work.

Set offset levels

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Slope (ground that forms a natural or artificial incline)
Create a slope by adding the needed longitudinal (running
lengthwise) angle and/or cross angle (90° to longitudinal).
1 Step 1: Select reference method Attachment or Laser.
NOTE!
If a rotating laser is available, you can select Laser as a reference
method. Otherwise select Attachment.
NOTE!
The rotating laser needs to be set up so that is has the same angle
and direction as the slope.
2 Follow the instructions of steps 2 to 4.
3 Check the summary, then save the Task.
4 Add more tasks to your project in the same way if needed.
5 Go to main screen and check that the project bar shows the
right project and task you want to use.
6 Tap the Simulation views field, choose the best views from
the View selector and start your work.
NOTE!
To Adjust slope direction , tap the compass symbol on the
simulation view.
Adjust slope direction

Line
1 Step 1: Set the reference point.
2 Follow the instructions of steps 2 to 5.
- Attachment: is used to create a line from two bucket
positions.
- Compass: is used to create a line from a bucket position
with a compass direction.
3 Check the summary, then save the Task.
4 Add more tasks to your project in the same way if needed.
5 Go to main screen and check that the project bar shows the
right project and task you want to use.
6 Tap the Simulation views field, choose the best views from
the View selector and start your work.
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In-field Design
In-field Design is the task for 3–dimensional plans and profiles.
In-field Design, instructions in steps
NOTE!
To avoid deviations during In-field work, be sure NTRIP or RTK
are visible in the status bar. If not, larger deviations can be
possible.
1 Select Profile or Plan.
2 Follow the instructions of steps 1 to 3 to create your excavation
plan.
3 Follow the instructions of steps 1 to 3 (or 4) to place plan (see
descriptions “Guidelines” and “Two points” below).
4 If Profile Alignment or Line Direction is needed, create your
direction in steps 1 to 4 (or 5).
5 Check the summary, then save the Project.
6 Add more tasks to your project in the same way if needed.
7 Go to main screen and check that the project bar shows the
right project and task you want to use.
8 Tap the Simulation views field, choose the best views from the
View selector and start your work.
In-field Design

Align your excavating plan in the real world (Place

plan)
To position your excavation plan in the real world, you can choose
Guidelines or Two points.
Guidelines
To work with guidelines at first you have to define a line by two
points in your plan . Point 1 will be placed onto the cross point of
the guidelines. The plan can be rotated around this point.
Together with Point 2 you get the line to place onto a guideline.
Then you have to define 2 guidelines in the real world, that cannot
be parallel. Points one and two define the first guideline, points
three and four the second. Their cross point will be the one, where
point 1 of the plan is positioned.
One of the 2 guidelines must be the correct aim for the line of
Point 1 and Point 2 in your plan!
Follow the instructions 1 to 5:
Tap the bucket/tooth symbols (A) to set the four points for the
guide lines, then, the plan appears in your 3D simulation view.
Use the rotating buttons (B) to turn the plan onto the guidelines.
Dig assist will lead you through the menu in several instruction
steps (see chapter “In-field instructions in steps” above).
1 Tap Point 1 in your Plan.
2 Tap Point 2 in your Plan.
3 Tap Set.
NOTE!
One guideline must be the correct target to place the line of your
Place plan into real world plan into the real world.
A Place guideline points according position of
bucket tooth 4 Place a bucket tooth on the first point in the real world for first
B Rotate plan guideline.
5 Tap the correct bucket/tooth symbol (A) to place this first point.
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6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 for second point. First guideline is
defined.
7 Repeat steps 4 and 5 for third and fourth points. Second
guideline is defined.
8 Tap Set.
→ The Plan is transferred to the real world according the
guidelines.
9 Rotate your plan by tapping symbols B.
10 Conform with Set.
Two points
1 Mark point 1 on the plan that shall be placed in the real world.
2 Mark point 2 on the plan as the direction reference.
3 Place the reference tooth on the exact point in the real world
where point 1 shall be placed.
4 Tap the concerning bucket symbol to attach point 1 to the real
world.
5 Repeat the same for point 2 in the planed direction. The
volume is set to the real world.
Dig assist will lead you through the menu in several instruction
steps (see chapter “In-field instructions in steps” above).
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Height indication
4 Height indication is useful to perceive current location of bucket
tooth with colored zone. This supports centimeter unit per each
0.00
zone so that you can do fine work watching live distance value (4)
at the same time.
15cm
D If necessary, use Height alarm or/and Depth alarm with Height
C indication. For settings of Height alarm or Depth alarm, see page
10cm

B 18.
5cm Tap the control tab (3) for showing or hiding indication.
1 Drag and drop the control tab (3) for adjusting indication width.
A 3 To set the zone limit, tap the zone you want to change.

2 0
?
A
5cm

B
10cm

C
15cm
D

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1 Current location of bucket tooth

2 Target height
3 Control tab
4 Live distance from bucket tooth to target
A First zone limit (cm)
B Second zone limit (cm)
C Third zone limit (cm)
D Out of range
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Dig Assist accuracy, checking

Attachment values, checking
NOTE!
Before checking the accuracy, check the values of the
attachment.
1 Tap the symbol.
2 Make sure that the correct attachment is selected as "Active
attachment" in menu Settings → Machine → Attachment.
3 Tap the symbol of the Active attachment.
Follow the instructions below to check the values of height and
angle.
4 Attach a plumb line at the center of the bucket pin.
5 Move the bucket until the plumb line touches the teeth.
6 Tap on Angle.
7 “Current:” shows the actual by the machine measured angle
value in this bucket position.
NOTE!
Make sure that the bucket pin and the end of tooth are in a vertical
line according to illustration.

Bucket position for measuring the angle

1 Plumb line

8 The yellow number shows the stored value.

9 Verify that the value of current angle is the same as the stored
angle value (yellow).
10 If necessary, correct the stored value and tap OK.

Angle setting
1 Stored angle value
2 Current angle value
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11 Measure the height (X) between the center of the bucket pin
and the tip of the tooth.

Height measuring

X Height

12 Tap on Height.
Compare the measured height with the stored height value.
13 If necessary, correct the stored value and tap OK.
14 Tap Save and then X to leave.

Height setting
1 Stored height value
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2D accuracy, checking
1 Set up a rotating laser level in a horizontal line.
Alternatively an exactly horizontal floor can be used as height
reference.
2 Extend the boom and arm to near maximum reach and touch
the height reference.

First position
1 Rotating laser level

3 Tap the symbol , select Quick mode and set the height to
zero.
NOTE!
Make sure Remember values is disabled in Settings > SET UP >
Quick mode.
4 Move the bucket a bit closer to the machine and touch the
height reference again.
5 Note the displayed height.

Quick mode
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6 Repeat the above step at least 5 times until the bucket is close
to the machine.
NOTE!
Make sure to move all linkages at different angles.
7 All displayed heights shall be less than +/- 4 cm.
8 If the deviation is higher than 4 cm, a calibration may be
necessary, first check your bucket. If deviation does not
change, contact a qualified service technician.
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2D In-Field accuracy, checking
NOTE!
GNSS correction via RTK or NTRIP with maximum accuracy is
required for this check. See chapter settings on page 18.
1 Place the machine on flat ground.
NOTE!
Make sure there is a 5 bars accuracy. See information on page
16.
Set up an In-Field Design task with GNSS activated (this is
needed to activate GNSS in the system, see instructions on
page 36).
2 Mark an X on the ground or find a suitable mark on the ground.
3 Tap the Bucket reference symbol.
4 Select a tooth as reference.
5 Put the reference tooth on the mark on the ground.

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First position

6 Tap the View selector symbol and choose the view Quick
measure.
7 Set the quick measure to zero.
- 0.0
8 Move the machine to the opposite side and touch the mark on
the ground with the same tooth.

1
3
m
0.1
0.1 m

0.1

0.1 m
?
2

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Quick measure
1 Distance between mark on ground and
reference tooth
2 Horizontal distance on ground
3 Height
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Second position

9 Read the values of the quick measure.

10 The values should be lower then 0.1 m.
11 If the deviation is higher than 0.1 m, a calibration may be
necessary.
Contact a qualified service technician.
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Messages
Pop up messages appear at the top of the screen. Also all active
messages can be checked in the Message box in the Action
center, see information on page 16.
Before operating the machine, check all messages.

Type of Messages
Information (Blue)
Error (Amber)
Information and error messages on the screen
Information message (Blue) Recommended action
No attachment chosen No bucket selected. Add or select a bucket and set it as active
Dig Assist not available, please add attachment attachment.
Memory usage high Delete old project data.
Memory usage high, please delete old user data.
Guidance not available Delete old project data.
Memory full, please delete old user data
Tool calibration required Perform the auto measure for the attachment or manual input
Please start calibration of the bucket size.
GNSS position not locked No GNSS signal received.
Global position not available, please make sure Make sure the machine has a clear view of the sky.
the machine has a clear view of the sky If this does not help, contact a Volvo Service Technician
GNSS position not locked No GNSS signal received.
Heading not available, please make sure the Make sure the machine has a clear view of the sky.
machine has a clear view of the sky If this does not help, contact a Volvo Service Technician
GNSS correction not active Check in the menu SETTINGS → SETUP → CO-PILOT
Global position inaccurate, wait until correction is Settings → GNSS that the correction settings are correct.
available or check GNSS correction settings Check the RTK base station, SIM card, internet connection or
NTRIP account.
Tiltrotator calibration needed Rotate bucket two revolutions in the same direction.
Rotate bucket two revolutions in the same
direction

Error message (Amber) Recommended action

Internal error Contact a qualified service technician.
Dig Assist not available, please contact Volvo
Service Technician
Configuration error Contact a qualified service technician.
Dig Assist not available, please contact Volvo
Service Technician
Sensor configuration error Contact a qualified service technician.
Dig Assist not available, please contact Volvo
Service Technician
Body angle error Contact a qualified service technician.
Dig Assist not available, please check sensors
and wiring
Boom angle error Contact a qualified service technician.
Dig Assist not available, please check sensors
and wiring
Foldable boom angle error Contact a qualified service technician.
Dig Assist not available, please check sensors
and wiring
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Error message (Amber) Recommended action
Arm angle error Contact a qualified service technician.
Dig Assist not available, please check sensors
and wiring
Tool angle error Contact a qualified service technician.
Dig Assist not available, please check sensors
and wiring
GNSS position error Contact a qualified service technician.
Dig Assist not available, please check sensors
and wiring
Heading error Contact a qualified service technician.
Heading not available, please check GNSS and
wiring
Laser error Contact a qualified service technician.
Laser not available, please check sensors and
wiring
Tilt rotator error Contact a qualified service technician.
Dig Assist not available, please check tilt rotator
system and wiring
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Specifications
Dimensions
To determine which components should be disassembled when
transporting the machine, below dimensions can be used. For
more detail dimensions, see the ordinary Operator’s manual.
See page 8 for component disassembling instructions.

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Description Unit EC220E EW160E EW140E EC300E

A. Overall height of Smart mm 2995 3267 — —
Receiver (ft-in) (9’ 10”) (10’ 9”) — —
NOTE!
When transporting machine, the overall height of lorry with its load
might exceed 4 m (13 ft 1.48 in). For legal requirements of road
transportation, the operator of the machine and the driver of the
trailer shall consider the height limit in accordance with the local
regulation and road condition. Disassembling of the Smart
receiver (height: 128 mm, 5 in) might be mandatory.
Fuses
Description Capacity
Fuse 90 5A
Fuse 99 7.5 A

See page 8 for the location of fuses.

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Alphabetical index
A
Application.............................................................................5
B
Bucket reference / Attachment............................................29
D
Dig Assist.............................................................................. 5
Dig Assist accuracy, checking.............................................45
Dig Assist, component location............................................. 8
F
Features and functionalities.................................................. 6
H
Height indication..................................................................44
L
Laser................................................................................... 30
M
Main screen.........................................................................15
Messages............................................................................52
P
Project................................................................................. 36
Project bar...........................................................................33
Q
Quick mode......................................................................... 35
Quick tips............................................................................ 28
S
Settings............................................................................... 18
Specifications...................................................................... 54
Status bar............................................................................16
T
Touch point......................................................................... 31
V
View selector.......................................................................32
W
Working with Dig Assist.......................................................34
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