Installation Procedure for Product Link® PL161 System {7606} Caterpillar

Machine Control and Guidance Products

PRODUCT LINK (S/N: PL11-UP)

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Introduction

This Special Instruction will provide instructions for installing the Product Link^® PL161 onto work tools.

Important Safety Information

Work safely. 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. This person must also have the necessary training, skills, and tools to perform these functions properly.

Safety precautions and warnings are provided in this instruction and on the product. If these hazard warnings are not heeded, bodily injury or death could occur to you or to other persons.

Caterpillar cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard. The warnings in this publication and on the product are, therefore, not all inclusive. You must not use this product in any manner different from that considered by this manual without first satisfying yourself that you have considered all safety rules and precautions applicable to the operation of the product in the location of use, including site-specific rules and precautions applicable to the worksite. If a tool, procedure, work method or operating technique that is not specifically recommended by Caterpillar is used, you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and for others. You should also ensure that you are authorized t o perform this work, and that the product will not be damaged or become unsafe by the operation, lubrication, maintenance or repair procedures that you intend to use. The information, specifications, and illustrations in this publication are on the basis of 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.

Note: Safety regulations govern the transport of lithium batteries and devices that contain lithium batteries. If the operator intends to initiate transport of the PL161 Product Link device, the operator is responsible for understanding and adhering to local, national, and international regulations related to packing instructions, warning labels and other safety precautions for devices with lithium batteries.

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Personal injury or death can result when voiding this certification. Structural damage, an overturn, modification, alteration, or improper repair can impair the Rollover Protective Structure's (ROPS) protection capability thereby voiding this certification. Do not drill holes in the ROPS. Do not weld on the ROPS unless welding is specified in the procedure. Place welds only at the locations that are specified in the procedure. To avoid possible weakening of this ROPS, consult a Caterpillar dealer before altering this ROPS in any way. The protection offered by this ROPS will be impaired if it has been subjected to structural damage. Consult a Caterpillar dealer to determine this structure's limitations without voiding its certification.

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Improper operation of an access platform could result in injury or death. Operators must carry out their duties properly and follow all instructions and guidelines given for the machine and access platform.

Machine Specific Warnings

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Do not operate or work on this machine unless you have read and understand the instructions and warnings in the Operation and Maintenance Manual. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death. Contact any Caterpillar dealer for replacement manuals. Proper care is your responsibility.

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Sudden movement or accidental starting of the machine can cause personal injury or death to persons on or near the machine. To prevent personal injury or death, perform the following: Park the machine on a smooth level surface. Lower the blade and or attachments to the ground. Stop the engine and engage the parking brake. Block the wheels and install the steering frame lock. Turn the battery disconnect switch to the OFF position and remove the key. Place a Special Instruction, SEHS7332, "Do Not Operate" tag at the battery disconnect switch location to inform personnel that the machine is being worked on.

Engine Specific Warnings

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Do not operate or work on this engine unless you have read and understand the instructions and warnings in the Operation and Maintenance Manual. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death. Contact any Caterpillar dealer for replacement manuals. Proper care is your responsibility.

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Accidental engine starting can cause injury or death to personnel working on the equipment. To avoid accidental engine starting, disconnect the battery cable from the negative (−) battery terminal. Completely tape all metal surfaces of the disconnected battery cable end in order to prevent contact with other metal surfaces which could activate the engine electrical system. Turn the battery disconnect switch to the OFF position and lockout the battery disconnect switch with a safety lock. Place a Special Instruction, SEHS7332, "Do Not Operate" tag at the start switch and battery disconnect location to inform personnel that the machine is being worked on.

Generator Specific Warnings

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Do not connect generator to a utility electrical distribution system unless it is isolated from the system. Electrical feedback into the distribution system can occur and could cause personal injury or death. Open and secure main distribution system switch, or if the connection is permanent, install a double throw transfer switch to prevent electrical feedback. Some generators are specifically approved by a utility to run in parallel with the distribution system and isolation may not be required. Always check with your utility as to the applicable circumstances.

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Only persons with training in electrical installations must carry connections to the generator. The generator must be wired correctly. A fire or electrocution could result from wiring that is incorrect. The generator is capable of generating high voltages. Ensure that the generator is not on while the connections are being made. Follow these steps in order to prevent accidental starting: Isolate the machine from all external loads and sources. Shut off the Engine. Disconnect the battery supply lines and tape the leads.

Required Parts for PL161 Radios

Table 1

Contents of the 514-3806 Communication Installation Gp
Quantity	Part Number	Description
1	505-1738	Plate
1	503-2958	Electronic Control Gp
2	8T-0267	Bolt
2	9X-8256	Washer

Record the Registration Information

Before the PL161 is mounted on the equipment, record all the information that will be needed to subscribe services in the "Dealer Services Portal" (DSP).

Note: The information needed to subscribe services to the equipment is on a label on the bottom of the device. Once the PL161 is installed, that information will no longer be visible without uninstalling the device.

A one page form is included in the PL161 Product Link kit. Use the form to aid in recording all the data that will be required to subscribe services in the DSP. The title of the form is "Product Link PL161 Locator Installation Data". If a form was not included in the kit, or if you need another one, the form can be downloaded from dealer.cat.com/PL.

Refer to M0077270 , Cat Activate Mobile Application User Guide for more information on registration.

Hard Mount Option

Note: Refer to Caterpillar Special Instruction , SEHS0377 before mounting the device.

1. Record all the data needed to subscribe services in the "DSP" before mounting the Product Link radio. Refer to "Record the Registration Information".

2. Clean off an appropriate sized area to weld the mounting plate to.

3. Weld the mounting plate to the surface using a 6.0 mm (0.24 inch) fillet weld all the way around.

4. Paint the mounting plate after welding to prevent rust. Reference Cat 458-9585 Paint (Gloss Black) and 458-9587 Paint (Cat Yellow).

5. Apply thread locker to each bolt (1E2200L or 1E2200A).

6. Bolt the PL161 onto the mounting plate using the provided bolts. Tighten the mounting hardware to 12.0 ± 3.0 N·m (8.9 ± 2.2 lb ft).

Warning Film Installation

Illustration 1	g03356592
Film

Install the warning film in Illustration 1. Ensure that the warning film is clearly visible to the operator during the normal operation of the equipment.

Mounting Locations

Mounting Locations for Large Wheel Loader Buckets

Illustration 2	g06121400
(A) 50 mm (B) Product link

1. Position product link (B) on LWL bucket as per dimension shown in Illustration 2.

2. Bucket dimension shown in Illustration2are adaptable to machines 988K, 992K, 994H, 993K, and 994F.

Mounting Locations for Medium Wheel Loader Buckets - Fusion

Illustration 3	g06122510
(C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on fusion bucket in one of the two locations shown in Illustration 3. Center in available space.

2. These positions are applicable to models 950GC, 950H, 950K, 950L, 950M, 966H, 966K, 966L, 966M, 972H, 972K, 972L, 972M, 980G, 980H, 980L, and 980K.

Mounting Locations for Medium Wheel Loader Buckets - Fusion High Dump

Illustration 4	g06122522
(1) Sensor under gusset on bucket (2) Sensor between plates in carriage

1. Position product link sensor on bucket in location (1) or location (2) as shown in Illustration 4. Center in available space.

2. These positions are applicable to models 950GC, 950H, 950K, 950L, 950M, 966H, 966K, 966L, 966M, 972H, 972K, 972L, 972M, 980G, 980H, 980L, and 980K.

Mounting Locations for Medium Wheel Loader Buckets - Pin On

Illustration 5	g06122526
(C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on fusion bucket in one of the two locations shown in Illustration 5. Center in available space.

2. These positions are applicable to models 950GC, 950H, 950K, 950L, 950M, 966H, 966K, 966L, 966M, 972H, 972K, 972L, 972M, 980G, 980H, 980L, 980K, and 982M.

Mounting Locations for 312 Excavator Buckets

Note: Buckets with hook width greater than bite width (Pin-Lock Coupler and narrow CW coupler buckets), locate mounting plate 50.0 mm (1.97 inch) to the left of the ID plate, lining up bottom edge of mounting plate and ID plate.

312 Pin On Buckets

Illustration 6	g06121032
(A) 15 mm (B) 20 mm (C) Product link

1. For pin on E - series buckets, position product link (C) as per dimensions shown in Illustration 6.

312 CW Coupler Buckets

Illustration 7	g06121425
(A) 105 mm (B) 30 mm (C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on CW coupler buckets as per dimensions shown in Illustration 7.

312 Dedicated Buckets

Illustration 8	g06121449
(A) 40 mm (B) 60 mm (C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on 312 dedicated coupler buckets as per dimensions shown in Illustration 8.

Mounting Locations for B, CB, DB, and TB Linkage Excavator Buckets

Note: Buckets with hook width greater than bite width (Pin-Lock Coupler and narrow CW coupler buckets), locate mounting plate 50.0 mm (1.97 inch) to the left of the ID plate, lining up bottom edge of mounting plate and ID plate.

Illustration 9	g06121545
Pin on GDC Buckets (C) Product link

Illustration 10	g06121555
Pin on E-Series Buckets (C) Product link

Illustration 11	g06121564
CW Coupler Buckets (C) Product link

Illustration 12	g06121584
Pin Grabber Coupler Buckets (C) Product link

Illustration 13	g06121596
Dedicated Coupler (Excludes TB) (C) Product link

Table 2

Linkage	Interface	A (mm)	B (mm)
B	Pin on GDC	15	15
	Pin on E-Series	15	20
	CW Coupler	150	15
	Pin Grabber Coupler	0	25
	Dedicated Coupler	0	60
CB	Pin on GDC	0	0
	Pin on E-Series	15	15
	CW Coupler	175	15
	Pin Grabber Coupler	0	25
	Dedicated Coupler	0	60
DB	Pin on GDC	0	-20
	Pin on E-Series	40	20
	CW Coupler	175	15
	Pin Grabber Coupler	0	25
	Dedicated Coupler	0	60
TB	Pin on GDC	0	0
	Pin on E-Series	60	40
	CW Coupler	160	15
	Pin Grabber Coupler	0	25

Mounting Locations for UB Linkage Excavator Buckets

Note: Buckets with hook width greater than bite width (Pin-Lock Coupler and narrow CW coupler buckets), locate mounting plate 50.0 mm (1.97 inch) to the left of the ID plate, lining up bottom edge of mounting plate and ID plate.

UB Pin On Buckets

Illustration 14	g06121934
(A) Product link (B) 0 mm (C) 0 mm

1. For UB pin on E - series buckets, position product link (A) as per dimensions shown in Illustration 14.

CW Coupler Buckets (UB)

Illustration 15	g06121564
(A) 210 mm (B) 15 mm (C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on CW coupler bucket as per dimensions shown in Illustration 15.

Mounting Locations for Demolition and Sorting Grapples

G310B / G315B / G320B / G325B / G315B WH

Illustration 16	g06124935

Illustration 17	g06121946
(C) Product link

G330

Illustration 18	g06124936

Illustration 19	g06121947
(C) Product link

Table 3

Demolition & Sorting Grapples	A (mm)	B (mm)
G310B	20	175
G315B	20	175
G320B	20	175
G325B	20	175
G330	80	245
G315B-WH	20	175

G310 GC / G313 GC / G315 GC

Illustration 20	g06124939

Illustration 21	g06121951
(C) Product link

Table 4

Demolition & Sorting Grapples	A (mm)	B (mm)
G310 GC	20	150
G313 GC	20	150
G320 GC	20	150

G210 GC / G213 GC / G215 GC

Illustration 22	g06124944

Illustration 23	g06121961
(C) Product link

Table 5

Demolition & Sorting Grapples	A (mm)	B (mm)
G210 GC	150	20
G213 GC	150	20
G215 GC	150	20

Mounting Locations for Crushers - Pulverizers

MP318 / MP324 Frame

Illustration 24	g06124945

Illustration 25	g06121982
(C) Product link

MP30 Frame

Illustration 26	g06124949

Illustration 27	g06121947
(C) Product link

MP318 / MP324 / MP30 Jaw

Illustration 28	g06124952

Illustration 29	g06121985
(A) Center line (C) Product link

Table 6

Multi-Processors	A (mm)	B (mm)
MP318 Frame	20	170
MP318 CC Jaw	0	5
MP318 D Jaw	0	5
MP318 P Jaw	0	5
MP318 U Jaw	0	5
MP318 S Jaw	0	5
MP324 Frame	20	170
MP324 CC Jaw	0	5
MP324 D Jaw	0	5
MP324 P Jaw	0	5
MP324 S Jaw	0	5
MP324 TS Jaw	0	5
MP324 U Jaw	0	5
MP30 Frame	80	245
MP30 CC Jaw	0	5
MP30 CR Jaw	0	5
MP30 PP Jaw	0	5
MP30 PS Jaw	0	5
MP30 S Jaw	0	5

Mounting Locations for Crushers - Pulverizers

P215 / P225 / P235

Illustration 30	g06124954

Illustration 31	g06122005
(C) Product link

Table 7

Pulverizers	A (mm)	B (mm)
P215	20	20
P225	20	20
P235	20	20

P315 / P325

Illustration 32	g06124955

Illustration 33	g06122009
(C) Product link

P335

Illustration 34	g06124959

Illustration 35	g06121947
(C) Product link

Table 8

Crushers	A (mm)	B (mm)
P315	150	200
P325	150	200
P335	80	245

Mounting Locations for Orange Peel Grapples

GSH15B / GSH20B / GSH425 / GSH525 / GSH440 / GSV520 / GSV525

Illustration 36	g06124968

Illustration 37	g06122040
(C) Product link

Table 9

Orange Peel Grapples	A (mm)	B (mm)
GSH15B-H-4	15	0
GSH15B-H-5	15	0
GSH20B-H-4	15	0
GSH20B-H-5	15	0
GSH425	15	0
GSH525	15	0
GSH440	15	0
GSV520	15	0
GSV525	15	0

Mounting Locations for Clamshell Grapples

CTV15 / CTV20

Illustration 38	g06124972

Illustration 39	g06122049
(C) Product link

Table 10

Clamshells	A (mm)	B (mm)
CTV15	10	30
CTV20	10	30

Mounting Locations for CVP16, CVP40, and CVP110 Compactors

Illustration 40	g06124974
(C) Product link

Table 11

Model	A (mm)	B (mm)
CVP110	0	369
CVP40	0	270
CVP16	0	325

Mounting Locations for Construction Grapples

Fab Grapples - G115B, G120B, G125B, G130B, G145B, and G185B

Illustration 41	g06124978
(C) Product link

Table 12

Model	A (mm)	B (mm)
G185B	150	130
G115B	100	60
G145B	150	100
G125B	110	75
G130B	110	90
G120B	140	75

Mounting Locations for Hammers

H55Es and H65Es (Silenced)

Illustration 42	g06122186
(1) Requires drilling two 5.4 mm (0.21 inch) through holes (2) Tap both holes with M6 X 1 thread (C) Product link

Table 13

Model	A (mm)	B (mm)
H55Es	140	80
H65Es	160	65

1. Using supplied PL161 base as a template, drill two 5.4 mm (0.21 inch) through holes as shown in housing. Tap holes with M6 X 1 thread to mount PL161.

   Note: Housing is cast. Do not weld base to housing. PL161 mounted directly to tapped holes.

H55E Flat Top

Illustration 43	g06122201
(A) 30 mm (B) 0 mm (C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on hammer as shown in Illustration 43.

H55E Pin On

Illustration 44	g06122215
(A) 0 mm (B) 12 mm (C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on hammer as shown in Illustration 44.

H65E Pin On

Illustration 45	g06125027
(A) 0 mm (B) 20 mm (C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on hammer as shown in Illustration 45.

H75Es and H95Es

Illustration 46	g06122234
(A) 50 mm (B) 0 mm (C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on hammer as shown in Illustration 46.

H115Es, H120Es, H130Es, H140Es, and H160Es

Illustration 47	g06122252
(C) Product link

Table 14

Model	A (mm)	B (mm)
H115Es	0	32
H120Es	0	32
H130Es	0	32
H140Es	0	50
H160Es	0	50

Note: PL161 should face operator

Mounting Locations for Hydraulic Shears

Shear - S305

Illustration 48	g06122270
(A) 60 mm (B) 180 mm (C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on shear as shown in Illustration 48.

Shear - S325B

Illustration 49	g06125047
(A) 377 mm (B) 69 mm (C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on shear as shown in Illustration 49.

Shear - S365C

Illustration 50	g06122281
(A) 480 mm (B) 110 mm (C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on shear as shown in Illustration 50.

Shear - S3050 and S3070

Illustration 51	g06122290

Table 15

Model	A (mm)	B (mm)
S3050	0	180
S3070	0	150

Shear - S3090

Illustration 52	g06122296
(A) 50 mm (B) 40 mm (C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on shear as shown in Illustration 52.

Mounting Locations for Wheel Loader Forks

Illustration 53	g06122528
(C) Product link

Illustration 54	g06122530
Log / Lumber fork (C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on frame as shown in Illustration 53 and 54. Center in available space.

2. These positions are applicable to models 950GC, 950H, 950K, 950L, 950M, 966H, 966K, 966L, 966M, 972H, 972K, 972L, 972M, 980G, 980H, 980L, and 980K.

Mounting Locations for Rippers/Rakes

Rippers

Illustration 55	g06122533
(C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on ripper as shown in Illustration 55. Center in available space.

2. These positions are applicable to models 311, 312, 315, 318, 320, 324, 329, 330, 336, 349, 365, 374, 385, 390.

Rake - Excavator

Illustration 56	g06122535
(C) Product link

1. Position product link (C) on rake as shown in Illustration 56. Center in available space.

2. These positions are applicable to excavator rakes for models 311, 312, 315, 318, 320, 324, 329, 330, 336.

Additional References

Table 16

Document Title	Document Number
Installation Procedure for the Product Link PL131, PL141, and PL161 Systems	SEHS0377
Cat Activate Mobile Application User Guide	M0077270
PL131, PL141, and PL161 Systems Operation, Troubleshooting, Testing and Adjusting	M0070044