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Doosan Infracore S140LC-V, S175LC-V, S225NLC-V 2009 Technical Manual

If you’re pulling a DX valve on a Solar V excavator and you don’t have the factory schematic, you’re guessing. That costs you time and parts. This Doosan Infracore S140LC-V, S175LC-V, S225NLC-V 2009 Technical Manual gives you the exact spool arrangement, check valve locations, and relief pressures you need. I’ve seen too many guys replace a main relief valve because they didn’t read the spec. Don’t be that guy.

Spool Array and Valve Identification

Page 5 shows the full spool array: Arm 1, Arm 2, Boom 2, Boom 1, Swing, Bucket, Travel (L), Option, TS, Travel (R). Each spool has a specific function; the manual labels them so you can trace hydraulic flow without guesswork. The TOC lists 16 separate items from the Spool Array (item 0) all the way to the Main Relief Valve (item 15). If you need to identify which spool does what during a rebuild, this is where you start.

Check the Main Relief Valve on Page 3

Page 3 contains the Location on Hydraulic Circuit (1/2). That’s where you find the Main Relief Valve (item 15) and its associated check valves (items 1–7). If you’re adjusting or replacing relief pressures, you need to see the exact route from the pump to the tank. The diagram shows where the check valve for main relief (item 1) sits relative to the parallel line and the TS spool. Don’t rely on a generic hydraulics textbook for this.

Arm Holding (Lock) Valve: Why It Matters

The Boom Holding (Lock) Valve (item I on page 4) and the Arm Holding Valve (item 11) are safety-critical components. If those valves stick, the boom can drop unexpectedly under load. The manual dedicates a full diagram to their location in the circuit (page 4 shows item I alongside items A–H load check valves). You get the factory layout so you can test and rebuild correctly without risking injury.

Does This Manual Cover the Boom Confluency Check Valve?

Yes. Item 5 in the TOC is the Boom Confluency Check Valve. It’s part of the parallel line system that combines flow from both pumps during boom-up. The manual shows its location (page 3) and explains its function relative to the bucket conflow check valve (item 4). Aftermarket manuals blur these details; this one keeps them separate and labeled.

24 Pages of Factory Data on the Control Valve

The entire 24-page Technical Manual focuses on the DX control valve. That’s not a generic hydraulic overview; it’s specific to the S140LC-V, S175LC-V, and S225NLC-V models. Every valve, orifice, and spool is listed. You get the factory sequence of testing and disassembly. The document is officially numbered HYD0008 and dated February 2009 by Doosan Infracore’s Overseas Product Support Team. That means the information came from the engineers who designed the valve.

Source Validity: Why OEM Documentation Beats Aftermarket

This is a genuine Doosan Infracore document, not a third-party compilation. Aftermarket manuals often rearrange or omit critical notes like the Px and Py orifice (item 7) or the BC (Bypass Cut) spool (item 12). Here, each component is labeled by its circuit function and referenced to the actual hydraulic schematic. If you’ve ever been burned by a copied diagram that had the wrong port orientation, you’ll appreciate the difference.

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What torque values are listed for the valve body bolts?

This manual does not include bolt torque values; it focuses on valve identification and circuit layout.

Can I use this for older Solar V models?

The manual explicitly states it applies to ‘Old Solar V’ (13–36 ton) and ‘New Solar V’ (M series) including wheel excavators. So if you have a 2008 S140LC-V, this covers it. But double-check your serial number range. The 24 pages cover the DX valve which was used across those models. If your machine has a different control valve, you’ll need the corresponding manual. I’d compare the valve stamp with the diagrams on page 3 and 4.

If you’re working on a Solar V excavator and you want the actual factory diagram, not some copy, then access the factory manual now.