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Diesel engine exhaust contains products of combustion which may cause personal injury. Always start and operate the engine in a well ventilated area, and, if in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the outside. |
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Personal injury or death can result from sudden machine movement. Sudden movement of the machine can cause injury to persons on or near the machine. To prevent injury or death, make sure that the area around the machine is clear of personnel and obstructions before operating the machine. |
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Personal injury can result from rotating and moving parts. Moving fan blades and moving parts will throw or cut any object or tool that falls or is pushed into them. Make sure no one is working on, underneath or close to an engine that is running. Make sure the area is free of personnel. |
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Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the machine. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids. Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Tools and Shop Products Guide", for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids in Caterpillar machines. Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates. |
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| Tool | Part No | Description | Qty |
| A | 348-5430 | Multi-Tool Gp | 1 |
- Move engine start switch (1) to the START position. Release the switch when the engine starts.
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| Illustration 1 | g03158617 |
- Operate the engine at low idle for a few minutes. Use throttle control switch (2) in order to operate the engine at 2250 rpm (high idle).
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| Illustration 2 | g03158618 |
- Monitor the hydraulic oil temperature with Tool (A). Operate the machine until the oil temperature reaches 43 ± 5.6° C (110 ± 10° F).
- Move parking brake switch (3) into the OFF position.
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| Illustration 3 | g03158621 |
- With the machine in high idle, drive the machine to a flat, open area.
- Move propel lever (4) to the NEUTRAL position.
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| Illustration 4 | g03158623 |
- Place shift switch (5) in LOW position.
- Move propel control lever (4) FORWARD.
- Depress traction control switch (6) .
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| Illustration 5 | g03158625 |
- Turn the machine to the right or left. A noticeable decrease in engine speed during the turn indicates that the traction control system is operating correctly.
- Release traction control switch (6) .
- Drive the machine to an appropriate place.
- Move propel lever (4) to the NEUTRAL position.
- Move parking brake switch (3) into the ON position.
- Use throttle control switch (2) in order to operate the engine in low idle.
- Move engine start switch (1) to the OFF position.