- Off-Highway Truck/Tractor
- 777E (S/N: KDP1-UP)
Introduction
Do not perform any procedure in this Special Instruction until you have read the information and you understand the information. This Special Instruction provides the parts and procedure to replace the existing dryer and move the pressure switch from the A/C compressor to the dryer inlet coupling.
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Safety Information
Do not operate or work on this product unless you have read and understood the instruction and warnings in the relevant Operation and Maintenance Manuals and relevant service literature. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death. Proper care is your responsibility. |
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. |
Most accidents that involve product operation, maintenance, and repair are caused by failure to observe basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing potentially hazardous situations before an accident occurs. A person must be alert to potential hazards, including human factors that can affect safety. This person should also have the necessary training, skills, and tools to perform these functions properly.
The information, specifications, and illustrations in this publication are based on information that was available at the time that the publication was written. The specifications, torques, pressures, measurements, adjustments, illustrations, and other items can change at any time. These changes can affect the service that is given to the product. Obtain the complete and most current information before you start any job. Cat dealers have the most current information available.
Graphic Color Description
Color-coding of targeted components, or sections of a part, is used to communicate a required action.
The descriptions below illustrate the different colors and what is represented when used in a graphic.
(Blue) The primary component of focus for a particular step. Target or primary component to be installed or removed. Installation implied unless otherwise noted with a symbol. |
(CAT® Yellow) Description of parts. |
(Yellow) Components placed aside for access, but not removed. Highlighted areas of adjustment, inspection, or special attention. |
(Cyan) Special tools or other equipment required for use in a particular step. |
(Light Gray) Components used for reference. |
(Magenta) Any fastener, retainer, or electrical connector used to install or remove the primary component. |
Graphic Symbol Description
This section includes all the symbol graphics used throughout the Visual Service Procedure (VSP), along with a brief description of what the symbol represents.
Clean - To remove foreign or undesired material. |
Close - To shut, as in a door. To bring into contact. |
Connect - To join or fasten together. To place in an electrical circuit. |
Disconnect - To separate. To remove from an electrical circuit. |
Dumper Hauler - Body Float |
Engine - Stop |
Keep, Store - To retain for reinstallation or reuse. |
Level Surface - To position a surface in a horizontal orientation. To position in vertical dimension. To align to assist positioning a surface in a horizontal orientation. |
Lock - To fasten or secure by the operation of a lock. |
Loosen - To make less tight. To set free. To release. |
Lubricate - To apply a material to a surface to reduce friction. |
Move |
Off |
On / Start |
Open - To unseal or get access to. |
Parking Brake |
Position - To locate to the desired or intended location. |
Protect - To cover or shield from exposure, injury, damage, or destruction. |
Relieve Pressure - To eliminate the pressure or force on a part or system to reduce a pressure, load, or weight on a device. |
Remove - To take off. |
Replace / Install - To put back in place. |
Service Indicator / Read Technical Manual - Refer to a Technical Manual. |
Tighten - To make nearer to fully stretched, without slack, to apply tension or torque. |
Weld - To join by heating until liquid portions of two or more pieces of metal in contact with each other and allowing the common puddle to solidify. |
Wheel Chock - Wedges placed closely against the wheels of the machine to prevent accidental movement. |
English (SAE) Fasteners
The following table has the recommended standard torque values.
Nuts and Bolts | ||
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Thread Size
Inch |
Standard Torque | |
1/4 | |
|
5/16 | |
|
3/8 | |
|
7/16 | |
|
1/2 | |
|
9/16 | |
|
5/8 | |
|
3/4 | |
|
7/8 | |
|
1 | |
|
1 1/8 | |
|
1 1/4 | |
|
1 3/8 | |
|
1 1/2 | |
Metric (ISO) Fasteners
The following table has the recommended standard torque values.
Nuts and Bolts | ||
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Thread Size
Metric |
Standard Torque | |
M6 | |
|
M8 | |
|
M10 | |
|
M12 | |
|
M14 | |
|
M16 | |
|
M20 | |
|
M24 | |
|
M30 | |
|
M36 | |
Prepare the Machine for Maintenance
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(1) Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, SEBU9388, Prepare the Machine for Maintenance. |
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(1) Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, SEBU9388, Use of Wheel Chocks. (2) Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, SEBU9388, System Pressure Release. |
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(1) Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, SEBU9388, Operator Controls. |
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(1) Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, SEBU9388, Engine Lockout Control. |
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Required Parts
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Item | Qty | Part Number | Part Name |
1 | 1 | 533-0571(1) | Plate |
2 | 3 | 9X-7383 | O-Ring Seal |
3 | 1 | 7K-3176 | Refrigerant Coupling Assembly |
4 | 1 | 7K-3304 | Jam Nut |
5 | 1 | 2H-3924 | Lockwasher |
6 | 1 | 533-0551 | Hose As |
7 | 1 | 9X-7380 | O-Ring Seal |
8 | 1 | 525-4528 | Hose As |
9 | 1 | 327-0282 | Integral Seal |
10 | 1 | 200-6345 | Mount |
11 | 18 | 7K-1181 | Cable Strap |
12 | 2 | 9X-7381 | O-Ring Seal |
13 | 1 | 257-3226 | Refrigerant Dryer As |
14 | 1 | 5P-3950 | Cap |
15 | 3 | 3S-2093 | Cable Strap |
16 | 1 | 533-0552 | Hose As |
17 | 1 | 5P-3948 | Refrigerant Coupling Assembly |
18 | 1 | 130-5300 | Clip |
19 | 2 | 132-5789 | Clip |
20 | 1 | 8T-4137 | Bolt |
21 | 1 | 8T-4121 | Hard Washer |
22 | 7 | 290-5562 | Mount |
23 | 1 | 274-7505 | Harness As |
24 | 1 | 2L-1224 | Seal Cap |
25 | 3 | 9X-7384(2) | O-Ring Seal |
26 | 1 | 9X-7378(2) | O-Ring Seal |
27 | |
397-7507(2) | Oil |
28 | 1 | 5P-3951 | Plug |
(1) | Must be fabricated. Refer to "Procedure to Fabricate the |
(2) | Not pictured. |
Procedure to Remove the Existing Dryer
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(1) Refer to Testing and Adjusting, SENR5664, "Air Conditioning and Heating R134a for All Caterpillar Machines". (3) Refer to Testing and Adjusting, SENR5664, Refrigerant Recovery. |
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Procedure to Fabricate the
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(D1) (D2) (D3) (D4) (D5) (D6) (D7) (D8) (D9) (D10) (D11) (D12) 90 degrees (R1) |
Procedure to Install the New Dryer
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Item | Qty | Part Number | Part Name | Illustration (Sub-Step) Location |
1 | 1 | 533-0571(1) | Plate | Illustration 23 (1) |
2 | 3 | 9X-7383 | O-Ring Seal | Illustration 30 (1)
Illustration 30 (2) Illustration 30 (3) Illustration 32 (1) |
3 | 1 | 7K-3176 | Refrigerant Coupling Assembly | Illustration 30 (3) |
4 | 1 | 7K-3304 | Jam Nut | Illustration 30 (4) |
5 | 1 | 2H-3924 | Lockwasher | Illustration 30 (4) |
6 | 1 | 533-0551 | Hose As | Illustration 29 (2)
Illustration 30 (3) |
7 | 1 | 9X-7380 | O-Ring Seal | Illustration 26 (1) |
8 | 1 | 525-4528 | Hose As | Illustration 25 (1)
Illustration 26 (2) Illustration 27 (2) |
9 | 1 | 327-0282 | Integral Seal | Illustration 27 (1) |
10 | 1 | 200-6345 | Mount | Illustration 29 (3) |
11 | 2 | 7K-1181 | Cable Strap | Illustration 29 (3) |
12 | 2 | 9X-7381 | O-Ring Seal | Illustration 29 (1)
Illustration 33 (1) |
13 | 1 | 257-3226 | Refrigerant Dryer As | Illustration 24 (1) |
15 | 3 | 3S-2093 | Cable Strap | Illustration 31 (2) |
16 | 1 | 533-0552 | Hose As | Illustration 31 (1)
Illustration 32 (3) Illustration 33 (2) |
17 | 1 | 5P-3948 | Refrigerant Coupling Assembly | Illustration 32 (2) |
25 | 3 | 9X-7384(2) | O-Ring Seal | Illustration 35 (1)
Illustration 35 (2) Illustration 36 (1) |
27 | |
397-7507(2) | Oil | Illustration 26 (1)
Illustration 27 (1) Illustration 29(1) Illustration 30 (1) Illustration 30 (2) Illustration 32 (1) Illustration 33 (1) Illustration 35 (1) Illustration 35 (2) Illustration 36 (1) |
(1) | Must be fabricated. Refer to "Procedure to Fabricate the |
(2) | Not pictured. |
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(1) Refer to Special Instruction, REHS1841, "General Welding Procedures". (D1) (D2) (W1) |
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Procedure to Move the Pressure Switch
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Item | Qty | Part Number | Part Name | Illustration (Sub-Step) Location |
11 | 16 | 7K-1181 | Cable Strap | Illustration 40 (1)
Illustration 41 (1) |
18 | 1 | 130-5300 | Clip | Illustration 41 (1) |
19 | 2 | 132-5789 | Clip | Illustration 39 (2)
Illustration 41 (1) |
20 | 1 | 8T-4137 | Bolt | Illustration 41 (1) |
21 | 1 | 8T-4121 | Hard Washer | Illustration 41 (1) |
22 | 7 | 290-5562 | Mount | Illustration 40 (1) |
23 | 1 | 274-7505 | Harness As | Illustration 39 (3)
Illustration 39 (4) Illustration 41 (4) |
24 | 1 | 2L-1224 | Seal Cap | Illustration 39 (1) |
26 | 1 | 9X-7378(1) | O-Ring Seal | Illustration 41 (2) |
27 | |
397-7507(2) | Oil | Illustration 41 (2) |
(1) | Not pictured. |
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Prepare the Refrigerant System for Use
- Refer to Testing and Adjusting, SENR5664, Refrigerant System - Evacuate.
- Refer to Testing and Adjusting, SENR5664, Refrigerant Leakage - Test.
- Refer to Testing and Adjusting, SENR5664, Refrigerant System - Charge.