1996/08/12 Caterpillar


New Maintenance Schedule Reduces Cost Of Servicing {7500}

Usage:


TH62 (3LN, 4TM),
TH63 (3NN, 5WM),
TH82 (3JN, 3KN),
TH83 (3RN) Telehandlers

Reference: Operation & Maintenance Manual; TH62, TH63, TH82, and TH83 Telehandlers; SEBU6865.01 Version.

A new maintenance schedule for above-mentioned Operation & Maintenance Manual is available. The new schedule is customer driven and will reduce cost for periodic maintenance. These changes apply to all above mentioned telehandlers in service.

The new revised maintenance interval schedule is as follows:

When Required

Engine Air Intake - Service filters

Radiator - Clean

Fuel Tank Cap and Screen - Clean

Boom and Frame - Inspect for damage and repair.

Air Conditioner (If Equipped) -Check operation

Windshield Wiper and Washer (If Equipped) - Replace wiper blade and fill reservoir.

Battery - Check, clean terminals

Fuel System - Replace filters if power is lost

Boom - Purge air from boom extend cylinder.

Fuses - Inspect, replace defective fuses.

Every 10 Hours Or Daily

Walk Around Inspection - Inspect machine.

Windows - Clean.

Seat Belt - Inspect for damage.

Cooling System - Check coolant system.

Engine Crankcase - Check oil level.

Transmission - Check oil level.

Hydraulic Tank - Check oil level.

Headlights, Turn Signals, Horn, Back-up Alarm, Indicators, and Gauges - Test for proper function.

Fuel System - Drain water and sediment from primary filter and tank, fill tank.

Wheel Nuts - Check daily until torque is maintained on new or repaired wheels.

Every 50 Service Hours or Two Weeks*

Brake Oil Reservoir - Check level.

Machine Lubrication Points - Lubricate.

Longitudinal Stability Indicator (If Equipped) - Check operation.

Initial 250 Service Hours

Transmission - Change oil and filter element on new or reconditioned unit.

Every 250 Service Hours or 3 Months*

Boom Chains (If Equipped) - Check condition and tension.

Boom Wear Pads - Measure clearance, check loading.

Drive Shafts - Lubricate bearings.

Cooling System - Add supplemental additive.

Engine Crankcase - Change oil and filter. If the fuel Sulfur content is greater than 1.5% by weight, use an oil with a TBN of 30 and reduce the oil change interval by one half.

Fan Belt - Inspect, replace, and/or adjust.

Transmission and Axle Breathers - Clean or replace if damaged.

Transfer Drive - Check oil level.

Brakes - Check holding ability.

Differentials and hubs - Check oil levels.

Rotate Carriage - Inspect wear pad.

Longitudinal Stability Indicator (If Equipped) - Check zero position and adjust if necessary.

Every 500 Service Hours Or 6 Months*

Fuel System - Replace filters.

Hydraulic Tank - Change oil filter and clean breather.

Every 1000 Service Hours Or 1 Year*

Transfer Drive - Change Oil.

Transmission - Change Oil And Filter.

Differentials and hubs - Change oil.

Every 2000 Service Hours Or 2 Years*

Engine Valve Lash - Check / Adjust.

Hydraulic Tank - Change oil.

Every 3000 Service Hours Or 2 Years*

Cooling System - Change coolant and clean system.

Boom Chains (If Equipped) - Inspect and lubricate


*First Perform Previous Service Hour Items

Caterpillar Information System:

1996/08/12 Load Capacity Chart Part Numbers Are Now Available For Telehandlers Under ANSI Regulation {6400,7000}
1996/08/12 Individual Components Of The Rolling Hoses Are Available as Separate Service Parts {5057}
1996/08/12 Longer Battery Cable Improves Service Life of Battery Posts {1402}
1996/08/12 New Priority Valve Spool Increases Steering System Flow {4306,4320}
1996/08/12 Procedure For Steering Stop Setting {7050}
1996/08/12 New Hydraulic Pump Now Used And Service Parts Are Available {5070}
1996/08/12 Wheel Bearing Check And Adjustment Maintenance Interval {4208}
1996/08/12 New Bracket For The Engine RPM Control Cable {1265}
1996/08/12 New Steering Flow Switch Assembly Prevents Open Contacts {7492}
1996/08/12 Improved Steering Flow Switch Assembly Prevents Open Contacts {7492}
1996/08/12 Fuel Priming Pump Group Can Be Modified To Provide Better Access To The Pump Assembly {1258}
1996/08/12 S·O·S Valve Locations For The H-Series Motor Graders {7576}
1996/08/12 Smaller Diameter O-Ring Seal Used On Head For Threaded Gland Cylinder Groups {4303,5101,5102,5104,5452,7562}
1996/08/12 New Grooved Piston Assemblies Available For Piston Pump Rotating Groups {5070}
1996/08/12 New Basic Exhaust Bypass Group (Wastegate Valve) Used In Exhaust Bypass Group {1057}
1996/08/12 New High Efficiency Secondary Fuel Filter Assembly Improves Injector Life On 3500 Engines With EUI Injectors {1261}
1996/08/12 Be Sure To Use New 129-1939 Grease When Rebuilding Water Pump Groups {1361,0645}
1996/08/12 New Connector Assembly In Water Lines Group {1380}
1996/08/19 Cab Improvements Reduce Glass Fracture and Improve Sealing {7310,7323,7340}
1996/08/19 Improved Test Procedure For Hydraulic Pump Torque Limiter {5070}
1996/08/19 Improved Tachometer Assembly Now Used Which Eliminates The Problem Of Moisture Entering The Flat Bezel {7462}
1996/08/19 Replacing The Tee Gasket In Split Oil Pan Groups With A Flexible Gasket Maker {1300}
1996/08/19 New Adapter Used In Oil Filter Group To Provide Increased Parts Commonality {1318}
1996/08/19 New Seal Retainers And Backing Plate Used To Reduce Oil Leaks And Provide An Increased Face Load On Duo-Cone Seals {4251,7561}
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