Make sure that all of the messages are legible. Clean the messages or replace the messages if the words or images are unreadable. When you clean the messages, use a cloth, water and soap. Do not use solvent, gasoline, or other harsh chemicals to clean the messages. Solvents, gasoline, or harsh chemicals could loosen the adhesive that secures the messages. Loose adhesive will allow the messages to fall.
Replace any message that is damaged, or missing. If a message is attached to a part that is replaced, install a message on the replacement part. Any Caterpillar dealer can provide new messages.
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Fuel tank vent (1)
This message is located on the fuel tank by the vent.
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This generator tank has been pressure tested at 20.6 kPa (3 psi) for weld integrity. However, it has not been designed as a pressure vessel and must be vented from supplied openings. This tank was designed, manufactured and intended for diesel fuel only. This tank was intended for stationary use only. Maximum load capacity 2250 kg (4960 lb) Fuel tank capacity 1488 L (393 US gal). When filling the via a pump, the overflow fitting of this atmospheric day tank must be plumbed in a continuous downward path toward the main fuel tank without downsizing to prevent a potential fuel spillage. To prevent fuel and compartment contamination, it is recommended to use a 100 mesh fuel strainer for incoming fuel.
Size of fuel tank vent (2)
This message is located on the fuel tank by the vent.
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Maximum Load (3)
This message is located on the fuel tank by the lifting points.
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Maximum lift 1025 kg (2259 lb)
Lift the package from this point. Refer to the following topic:
- Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Product Lifting"
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This message is located on each side of the enclosure near the end.
Rating for lifting equipment (4)
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The lifting equipment that is used for lifting this type of generator set must be rated for a total weight of 5000 kg (11000 lb).