PF-300C and PS-300C Paving Compactors Caterpillar

Indicator for the Hydraulic Filter Restriction - The light shows the need for the hydraulic filter to be replaced.

Indicator for the Brake System - The brake indicator light indicates low oil pressure in the brake circuits. Allow the engine to run until the light shuts off. The parking brake can then be released.

Indicator for the Traction Control - The lamp is on when the traction control is activated.

Turn Signal Indicator - The lamp on the dash flashes when the directional turn signal control is activated.

Service Hour Meter - The service hour meter indicates the total operating hours of the engine. To determine the service hour maintenance interval, use the service hour meter.

Transmission Oil Temperature - The transmission oil temperature gauge indicates the temperature of the transmission oil. The gauge registers 60 - 150°C (140 - 302°F).

Engine Coolant Temperature - The engine coolant temperature gauge indicates the temperature of the coolant in the engine. If the temperature increases into the red zone, stop the machine immediately. Stop the engine and investigate the cause. Do not operate the machine until the cause has been corrected.

Engine Oil Pressure - The engine oil pressure gauge indicates the pressure of the engine oil. If the needle falls into the red zone, immediately stop the machine and investigate the cause. Do not operate the machine until the cause has been corrected.

Alternator - The alternator indicator light indicates a malfunction of the alternator. If this indicator light comes on, pull to a convenient stop and investigate the cause. Do not operate the machine until the cause has been corrected.

Fuel Level - The fuel level gauge indicates the amount of diesel fuel in the tank.

Glow Plug Starting Aid - Push the switch forward in order to activate the glow plugs. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Starting" for details.

OFF (A) - In order to disconnect the electrical power to the engine and to the machine, turn the switch in a counterclockwise direction to the OFF position (A). Turn the switch to the OFF position before trying to restart the engine. Turn the switch to the OFF position in order to stop the engine.

ON (B) - In order to supply electrical power to the engine, turn the switch clockwise to the ON position (B). When the switch is released from the START position , the switch will return to the ON position.

START (C) - Turn the engine start switch to the START position (C) in order to crank the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine starts.

NEUTRAL - Place the switch in NEUTRAL in order to put the transmission in NEUTRAL.

FIRST GEAR - Place the switch in FIRST GEAR for low speed range. Use the gear in order to climb and descend slopes, compaction of asphalt, and compaction of thick soil.

SECOND GEAR - Place the switch in SECOND GEAR for intermediate speed range. Use this gear for most applications of compaction.

THIRD GEAR - Place the switch in THIRD GEAR for high speed range. Use this gear for machine roading only.

Deflate - Move the switch for the tire inflation forward in order to deflate the tires.

Maintain - Move the switch for the tire inflation to the center position in order to maintain the current tire pressure.

Inflate - Move the switch for the tire inflation rearward in order to inflate the tires.

Working lights - Turn the knob to this position in order to turn on the working lights.

Headlights - Turn the knob to this position in order to turn on the low beam headlights.

Parking - Turn the knob to this position in order to turn on the parking lights.

OFF switch - Turn the knob to the OFF position in order to turn off the lights.

Lower - Move the switch for the suspension control system forward in order to lower the front suspension when the pin for the rear suspension is installed. Also, the front and rear suspension will lower if the rear suspension pin is removed.

Raise - Move the switch for the suspension control system rearward in order to raise the front suspension when the rear suspension pin is installed. Also, the front and rear suspension will raise if the rear suspension pin is removed.

Horn - Push the horn button in order to sound the horn. Use the horn to alert personnel or signal personnel.

Parking Brake and Emergency Stop Knob - The parking brake and emergency stop knob is located on the operator console.

Parking Brake and Emergency Stop Knob - The parking brake and emergency stop knob is located on the operator console.

Parking Brake Apply - In order to apply the parking brake, push the knob downward.

Parking Brake Release - In order to release the parking brake, pull the knob upward.

24 Volt Power Port - The power receptacle is located on the front of the right control console. The power receptacle can be used for powering automotive electrical equipment or accessories. Remove the cap before use.

Rotating Beacon - The rotating beacon is activated by a switch (26).

Window Wiper/Washer Switch - Turn the switch in a clockwise direction in order to turn on the window wipers. Turn switch (27) in order to turn on the front window wiper. Push switch (27) in order to wash the front window. Turn switch (28) in order to turn on the rear window wiper. Push switch (28) in order to wash the rear window.

Traction Control - Depress the foot switch and hold the foot switch down in order to lock the rear differential. When the rear differential is locked, the rear wheels turn at the same speed. This will help minimize tire slippage. Use the traction control when the machine is moving on soft ground or on wet ground. Reduce engine speed to idle before activating the traction control in order to minimize shock loads on the rear axle. Release the foot switch in order to unlock the rear differential.

Raise/Lower Switch for the Edge Cutter - Push the switch forward in order to lower the edge cutter. Pull the switch rearward in order to raise the edge cutter.