1997/01/27 Caterpillar

New Hoist Control Lever And Handle Improves Operator Comfort {5063}

Usage:

D25D (1HK),
D30D (3AJ),
D350D(9RF),
D400D (8TF),
D350E (9RL),
D400E (2YR) Articulated Trucks

Description of Change: A new hoist control lever and handle is being used to improve operator comfort while operating the hoist. The new handle is longer and replaces the former knob and increases the overall length of the hoist control lever by 25.0 mm (1.00 in).

Adaptable To: The new 0L-0829 Handle and 136-7258 Lever are in effect with D25D (1HK674), D30D (3AJ415), D350E (9RL260) and D400E (2YR369). The 0L-0829 Handle and 136-7258 Lever can be installed on earlier machines, and all D350D and D400D Articulated Trucks, when used with the parts shown in the chart and illustrations

Parts location. (1) Handle. (2) Nut. (3) Lever As. (4) Pin. (5) Lever As.

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