D6K Track-Type Tractor Caterpillar

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(1) Adjustable Armrest (2) Air conditioning and heating Controls (3) Steering and Transmission Control (4) Gauges and Indicators (5) Engine Start Switch (6) Brake Pedal and Deceleration Pedal (7) Bulldozer Control (8) Messenger (if equipped) (9) Switch Panel (10) Ripper Controls or Winch Controls (11) Power Receptacle

Adjustable Armrest (1)

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Use the following procedure in order to adjust the left armrest and right armrest (1), if necessary.

1. Loosen the two knobs (1A) on the outside of the armrest.

2. Move the armrest (1) to the desired height.

3. Tighten the knobs.

4. Use the push-button (1B) in order to move the armrest forward or move the armrest backward.

Armrest with Slope Adjustment (If Equipped)

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Control Supports

Use the following procedure in order to adjust both of the control supports (1), if necessary.

1. Pull lever (1A) upward that is on the outside of armrest (1).

2. Pull control support (1) in a forward direction or rearward direction to a comfortable position.

3. Release lever (1A).

Air Conditioning and Heating Control (2)

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Enclosed ROPS (2A) Air conditioner switch and automatic temperature switch (2B) Temperature control knob (2C) Fan control knob

Fan Control

Fan Speed Switch (2C) - This knob controls the four-speed blower fan motor.

OFF - Move knob (2C) to this position in order to stop the blower fan motor.

LOW - Move knob (2C) to this position for the lowest fan speed.

MEDIUM LOW - Move knob (2C) to this position for a medium low fan speed.

MEDIUM HIGH - Move knob (2C) to this position for a medium high fan speed.

MAXIMUM - Move knob (2C) to this position for a maximum fan speed.

Temperature Control

Temperature Control Knob (2B) - Turn the knob counterclockwise to COOL. Turn the knob clockwise to WARM.

Air Conditioner Switch

Air Conditioner - Press in the top of switch (2A) in order to turn on the air conditioner. Return the switch to the middle position in order to turn off the air conditioner.

Automatic Temperature Control Switch

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - Press the bottom of the switch (2A) in order to turn on the ATC. Return the switch to the middle position in order to turn off the ATC. In order to maintain the desired temperature, the ATC will heat the cab or the ATC will cool the cab.

Note: If the cab temperature is not staying at the desired temperature, then increase the fan speed to the maximum setting.

Heating and Air Conditioning System Operation

The heating and air conditioning system performs five functions:

Heating - Turn knob (2C) to the desired speed (LOW, MEDIUM LOW, MEDIUM HIGH, or MAXIMUM). Adjust knob (2B) in order to obtain the desired temperature.

Cooling - Press switch (2A) in order to turn on the air conditioner. Turn knob (2C) to the desired speed (LOW, MEDIUM LOW, MEDIUM HIGH, or MAXIMUM). Adjust knob (2B) in order to obtain the desired temperature.

Defrosting - Press switch (2A) in order to turn on the air conditioner. Turn knob (2C) to the desired fan speed (LOW, MEDIUM LOW, MEDIUM HIGH, or MAXIMUM). Adjust knob (2B) in order to obtain the desired temperature.

Pressurizing - When heating or cooling is not desired, pressure inside the cab will help keep out dust.

Turn knob (2B) in order to obtain the desired temperature. To produce the volume of air that is necessary to keep out dust, turn knob (2C) to MEDIUM LOW or to MEDIUM HIGH.

Defogging - Press switch (2A) in order to turn on the air conditioner. Turn knob (2C) to the desired speed (LOW, MEDIUM LOW, MEDIUM HIGH, or MAXIMUM). Adjust knob (2B) until the moisture level is lowered and the front window and side windows are free of moisture.

Steering and Transmission Control (3)

Note: Make sure that parking brake switch (9B) is disengaged in order to use steering and transmission control (3). See Illustration 11 for parking brake switch (9B) on switch panel (9).

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FORWARD (3A) - Move lever (3) past the detent position in order to move the machine forward.

NEUTRAL (3B) - Move lever (3) to the center position in order to put the machine in the NEUTRAL position.

REVERSE (3C) - Move lever (3) past the detent position in order to move the machine backward.

FORWARD LEFT (3D) - Move lever (3) to the left in order to turn the machine to the left. The turning radius for the machine is proportional to the control lever position. In order to turn the machine to the left slightly, move lever (3) slightly to the left. If you want to increase your turn, move lever (3) further to the left. If you want the machine to counterrotate, move lever (3) all the way to the left past the detent position. When the tracks counterrotate, the right side track will rotate forward, while the left track rotates backward.

FORWARD RIGHT (3E) - Move lever (3) to the right in order to turn the machine to the right. The turning radius for the machine is proportional to the control lever position. In order to turn the machine to the right slightly, move lever (3) slightly to the right. If you want to increase your turn, move lever (3) further to the right. If you want the machine to counterrotate, move lever (3) all the way to the right past the detent position. When the tracks counterrotate, the left side track will rotate forward, while the right track rotates backward.

REVERSE LEFT (3F) - Move lever (3) to the left in order to turn the machine to the left. The turning radius for the machine is proportional to the control lever position. In order to turn the machine to the left slightly, move lever (3) slightly to the left. If you want to increase your turn, move lever (3) further to the left. If you want the machine to counterrotate, move lever (3) all the way to the left past the detent position. When the tracks counterrotate, the right side track will rotate backward, while the left track rotates forward.

REVERSE RIGHT (3G) - Move lever (3) to the right in order to turn the machine to the right. The turning radius for the machine is proportional to the control lever position. In order to turn the machine to the right slightly, move lever (3) slightly to the right. If you want to increase your turn, move lever (3) further to the right. If you want the machine to counterrotate, move lever (3) all the way to the right past the detent position. When the tracks counterrotate, the right side track will rotate forward, while the left track rotates backward.

Changing the direction of the machine is performed by first moving lever (3) to the NEUTRAL position. Then move lever (3) in the opposite direction.

Note: In order to turn the machine, lever (3) must be placed in either the forward detent position or in the backward detent position.

Track Speed (3H)

LOW - Roll the wheel (3H) to the left when a lower speed is desired.

HIGH - Roll the wheel (3H) to the right when a higher speed is desired.

The machine is set with the following factory settings.

• Maximum forward speed of 10 km/h (6.2 mph)

• Maximum reverse speed of 10 km/h (6.2 mph)

Note: There is a maximum limit of 10 km/h (6.2 mph)on the forward speed and on the reverse speed. Consult your Caterpillar dealer in order to change the speed settings.

Horn (3J)

Horn - Push down button (3J) in order to activate the horn.

Speed Recall Button (3K)

The Speed Recall Button (3K) will allow you to preset a forward speed and a reverse speed.

1. Ensure that the parking brake is on.

2. Move the steering and transmission control to the FORWARD position.

3. Roll the wheel to the desired speed, while the steering and transmission control is in FORWARD.

4. Move the steering and transmission control to the REVERSE position.

5. Roll the wheel to the desired speed, while the steering and transmission control is in REVERSE.

6. Move the steering and transmission control to NEUTRAL. Hold the Speed Recall Button for 3 seconds.

7. Press the Speed Recall Button (3K) while the machine is moving forward in order to return to the preset speed. Press the Speed Recall Button (3K) while moving reverse and the machine will return to the preset speed.

Gauges and Indicators (4)

Refer to Operations and Maintenance Manual, "Monitoring System" for more information.

Engine Start Switch (5)

OFF - Insert the engine start switch key only from the OFF position and remove the engine start switch key only from the OFF position. In the OFF position, there is no power to most electrical circuits in the cab.

Turn the engine start switch key to the OFF position in order to stop the engine.

ON - Turn the engine start switch key clockwise to the ON position in order to activate all of the cab circuits.

START - Turn the engine start switch key clockwise to the START position in order to crank the engine. Release the engine start switch key after the engine starts and the engine start switch key returns to the ON position.

Note: If the engine fails to start, the engine start switch key must be returned to the OFF position in order to attempt to start the engine again.

Note: In order to start the engine, the parking brake must be engaged.

Deceleration Pedal and Brake Pedal (6)

Push pedal (6) downward in order to reduce the engine speed. Use the pedal in order to reduce the engine speed when you make a directional shift. Use the pedal in order to maneuver in tight locations. Release the pedal in order to increase ground speed.

When pedal (6) is depressed beyond the detent spring, the brake will engage. Use the brake for slowing the machine and for stopping the machine. Use the service brakes on a downgrade in order to prevent overspeed. The service brakes are especially needed when you change directions on a steep slope. Release the pedal in order to increase ground speed.

Bulldozer Control (7)

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FLOAT - Push the lever all the way past the detent position. This action will move the bulldozer blade into the FLOAT position. In the FLOAT position, the blade moves up and down with the ground contour.

When you release the lever, the lever will return to the HOLD position.

The bulldozer blade will remain in the FLOAT position until the lever is moved outside of the HOLD position.

LOWER - Push the lever forward in order to lower the blade. When you release the lever, the lever will return to the HOLD position.

HOLD - When you release the lever, the lever will return to the HOLD position. The movement of the blade will stop.

RAISE - Pull back on the lever in order to raise the blade. When you release the lever, the lever will return to the HOLD position.

TILT LEFT - Pull the lever to the left in order to lower the left side of the blade. When you release the lever, the lever returns to the HOLD position.

TILT RIGHT - Push the lever to the right in order to lower the right side of the blade. When you release the lever, the lever returns to the HOLD position.

Blade Angle

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ANGLE LEFT - Roll the wheel (7A) to the right in order to angle the blade to the left.

ANGLE RIGHT - Roll the wheel (7A) to the left in order to angle the blade to the right.

Blade Shake

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Push the Blade Shake button (7H) in order to shake the blade. The blade will shake until the button is released.

Accugrade Controls

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The Blade Shake button (7H) changes the Accugrade control if the Accugrade control is active. Push button (7H) in order to change between automatic blade control and manual blade control. If the Accugrade control is active, press button (7I) in order to increment and press button (7J) in order to decrement.

Messenger (If Equipped) (8)

Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Monitoring System" for more information on the Messenger.

Switch Panel (9)

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Engine Throttle

The engine throttle (9A) controls the engine speed.

Low Idle - Rotate the engine throttle (9A) counterclockwise in order to lower the idle speed.

High Idle - Rotate the engine throttle (9A) clockwise in order to increase the idle speed.

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Engine throttle (9A) with Fuel Efficiency Reverse

Fuel Efficiency Reverse

Fuel Efficiency Reverse (FER) - This ECO mode is designed to reduce fuel consumption and noise. The ECO symbol is illuminated in the display window on the Compact Instrument Cluster when the fuel economy mode is active.

FER with Messenger - Go to the Messenger menu to activate Fuel Efficiency Reverse.

FER without Messenger - At throttle position 9, the machine under a light load will derate to 1600 rpm in REVERSE. Under a heavy load, the machine will derate to 1800 rpm in REVERSE.

Parking Brake Switch

Engaged - Press the top of the switch (9B) in order to engage the parking brake.

Disengaged - Press the bottom of the parking brake switch (9B) in order to disengage the parking brake.

Implement Lockout Switch

Lock - Press the top of the switch (9C) in order to lock the implement controls.

Unlock - Press the bottom of the switch (9C) in order to unlock the implement controls.

Window Wiper Controls

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Front Window Wiper Switch (9D) - Press the bottom of switch (9D) in order to activate the window wiper for the front window. Press the top of switch (9D) one time in order to turn off the window wiper for the front window. Press the top of switch (9D) and hold switch (9D) in order to activate the window washer and the window wiper for both the front window and the rear window.

Left Side Window Wiper Switch (9E) - Press the bottom of switch (9E) in order to activate the window wiper for the left window. Press the top of switch (9E) one time in order to turn off the window wiper for the left window. Press the top of switch (9E) and hold switch (9E) in order to activate the window washer and the window wiper for the left window.

Right Side Window Wiper Switch (9F) - Press the bottom of switch (9F) in order to activate the window wiper for the right window. Press the top of switch (9F) one time in order to turn off the window wiper for the right window. Press the top of switch (9F) and hold switch (9F) in order to activate the window washer and the window wiper for the right window.

Rear Window Wiper Switch (9G) - Press the bottom of switch (9G) in order to activate the window wiper for the rear window. Press the top of switch (9G) one time in order to turn off the window wiper for the rear window. Press the top of switch (9G) and hold switch (9G) in order to activate the window washer and the window wiper for both the front window and the rear window.

Note: Make sure that the window is wet before operating window wipers.

Reversing Fan Switch (If Equipped)

Press the switch (9H) in order to activate the reversing fan. The fan will reverse for the programmed purge duration. Also, the fan will reverse automatically. The status of the automatic purge cycle and the purge interval will control the automatic reversing fan.

Switch for the Beacon Light

Beacon Light (9I) - Press the top of the switch in order to turn on the beacon light. Press the bottom of the switch in order to turn off the beacon light.

Work Lights Switch

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Press the work lights switch (9J) in order to turn on all of the machine lights.

Implement Controls (10)

Winch Controls (If Equipped)

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Winch controls can vary in appearance.

REEL OUT (10A) - Move the lever to this position in order to reel out the winch cable. The winch cable reels out under power. Speed for the winch cable is proportional to the lever position. Release the lever. The Lever will return to the HOLD position.

HOLD (10B) - Move the lever into this position in order to maintain the current position of the winch cable. The winch brake is applied at this time.

REEL IN (10C) - Move the lever to the left in order to reel in the winch cable. The winch cable should move toward the winch under power. Speed for the winch cable is proportional to the lever position. Release the lever. The Lever will return to the HOLD position.

FREE SPOOL (10D) - Push this switch in order to release the winch cable. No machine or hydraulic assistance is needed. The winch will remain in the FREE SPOOL position until you press the switch again or until you activate any other function for the winch.

DRIVE AWAY (10E) - Push the DRIVE AWAY switch in order to release the winch brake. This function will also activate the DRIVE AWAY solenoid. The winch brake will be released. The winch clutch will be engaged and hydraulic flow will bypass the winch pump. In order to unwind the winch cable, tie the cable to a permanent object. Then, drive the machine away from the permanent object at a speed that is less than 3 km/h (1.8 mph). The winch will remain in the DRIVE AWAY position until you press the switch again or until you activate any other function for the winch.

Ripper Controls (If Equipped)

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Ripper controls can vary in appearance.

RAISE (10A) - Pull the lever to the left in order to raise the ripper. Release the lever. The lever will return to the HOLD position.

HOLD (10B) - Release the lever. The lever will return to HOLD position. Ripper movement stops.

LOWER (10C) - Push the lever to the right in order to lower the ripper. Release the lever. The lever will return to the HOLD position.

Power Receptacle (11)

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Power Receptacle - A twelve V power receptacle is located on the back panel on the right side of the seat. Power receptacle (11) can be used for powering automotive electrical equipment or accessories. Power receptacle (12) can be used for powering automotive electrical equipment or accessories. Remove the cap before use.

Note: Do not use the power supply as a lighter for a cigarette.

Control Panel for the AccuGrade - Laser System and GPS

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If equipped, the control panel for the AccuGrade - Laser System is mounted on the right front ROPS post. For more information regarding the operation of the control panel for the AccuGrade - Laser System, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, SEBU7803, "AccuGrade - Laser System".