PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REPOSITIONING THE 140-8266 ECCENTRIC WEIGHT ON CERTAIN CP-533E VIBRATORY COMPACTORS Caterpillar

PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REPOSITIONING THE 140-8266 ECCENTRIC WEIGHT ON CERTAIN CP-533E VIBRATORY COMPACTORS

Usage:

TEBE3413-00

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21Aug2015

U-454

A-325

D-383

O-388

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Priority	PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REPOSITIONING THE 140-8266 ECCENTRIC WEIGHT ON CERTAIN CP-533E VIBRATORY COMPACTORS
6606		PI32530

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NOTE:

Caterpillar’s obligations under this Service Letter are subject to, and shall not apply in contravention of, the laws, rules, regulations, directives, ordinances, orders, or statutes of the United States, or of any other applicable jurisdiction, without recourse or liability with respect to Caterpillar.

NOTE:

This Program must be administered as soon as possible. When reporting the repair, use "PI32530" as the Part Number and "7751" as the Group Number, "56" as the Warranty Claim Description Code and "T" as the SIMS Description code. Exception: If the repair is done after failure, use "PI32530" as the Part Number, "7751" as the Group Number, "96" as the Warranty Claim Description Code, and "Z" as the SIMS Description Code.

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NOTE:

The information supplied in this service letter may not be valid after the termination date of this program. Do not perform the work outlined in this Service Letter after the termination date without first contacting your Caterpillar product analyst.

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COMPLETION DATE	TERMINATION DATE
29Feb2016	31Aug2016

PROBLEM

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The left hand side Eccentric Weight (140-8266) needs to be repositioned on certain CP533E Vibratory Compactors. The existing location of the eccentric weight will lead to an inaccurate oil level check of the eccentric weight.

AFFECTED PRODUCT

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Model	Identification Number
CP-533E	TLH00100-00145, 149-163, 165-182, 185-186, 188, 197-198, 200-206, 211-281

PARTS NEEDED

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Qty	Part Number	Description
1	9H6832	SEAL-O RING
1	0619458	SEAL-O-RING
In order to allow equitable parts availability to all participating dealers, please limit your initial parts order to not exceed 36% of dealership population. This is an initial order recommendation only, and the ultimate responsibility for ordering the total number of parts needed to satisfy the program lies with the dealer.

ACTION REQUIRED

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Refer to the Service Manual if/as necessary.

1. Move the machine to a smooth horizontal surface.
2. Support the front frame and place suitable blocks on both the front and rear of the tires.
3. Remove the front scraper. Refer to media number KENR3664-05 Padded Drum Scraper - Remove and Install for the removal procedure.
4. Remove the bumper. Refer to media number KENR3664-05 Front Bumper - Remove and Install for the removal procedure.
5. Remove the drum. Refer to media number KENR3664-05 Drum - Remove for the removal procedure. Then put the drum on a flat ground with the weld boss at the 6 o?clock position, and place suitable blocks on both sides of the drum to avoid rolling.
6. Remove final drive planetary (drum propel). Refer to media number KENR3664-05 Final Drive Planetary (Drum Propel) - Remove for the removal procedure.
7. Remove the eccentric weight housing. Refer to media number KENR3664-05 Eccentric Weight Housing - Remove for the removal procedure.
8. Check O-ring seal 9H-6832 and 061-9458 for wear or damage and replace, if necessary.
9. Install the eccentric weight housing into the drum. Refer to media number KENR3664-05 Eccentric Housing - Install for the installation procedure.
10. Install the final drive planetary (drum propel). Refer to media number KENR3664-05 Final Drive Planetary (Drum Propel) - Install for the installation procedure.
11. Install the drum. Refer to media number KENR3664-05 Drum - Install for the drum installation procedure.
12. Install the front bumper. Refer to media number KENR3664-05 Front Bumper - Remove and Install for the installation procedure.
13. Install the front scraper. Refer to media number KENR3664-05 Padded Drum Scraper - Remove and Install for the installation procedure.
14. Check the hydraulic oil tank level. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for the correct procedure.
15. Check the oil level in the eccentric weight. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for the correct procedure.

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OWNER NOTIFICATION

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Owners in the following countries will receive the attached Owner Notification:
US
Canada

SERVICE CLAIM ALLOWANCES

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Caterpillar		Dealer Suggested		Customer Suggested
Parts %	Labor Hrs%	Parts %	Labor Hrs%	Parts %	Labor Hrs%
100%	100%	0%	0%	0%	0%

NOTE: This is a 11.0-hour job

PARTS DISPOSITION

Handle the parts in accordance with your Warranty Bulletin on warranty parts handling.

MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO COMPLETE THIS PROGRAM AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

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EXAMPLE COPY OF OWNER NOTIFICATION

XYZ Corporation
3240 Arrow Drive
Anywhere, YZ 99999

PRIORITY - PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REPOSITIONING THE 140-8266 ECCENTRIC WEIGHT ON CERTAIN CP-533E VIBRATORY COMPACTORS

MODELS INVOLVED - CP-533E Vibratory Compactors

Dear Cat Product Owner:

The left hand side Eccentric Weight (140-8266) needs to be repositioned on the products listed below. The existing left hand side Eccentric Weight (140-8266) location can lead to an inaccurate oil level check of the eccentric weight. You will not be charged for the service performed.

Contact your local Cat dealer immediately to schedule this service. The dealer will advise you of the time required to complete this service.

If you are no longer the owner of this product(s), please contact your local Cat dealer so that our records can be updated. Please refer the dealer to their Service Letter dated 21Aug2015 when scheduling this service.

We regret the inconvenience this may cause you, but urge you to have this service performed as soon as possible to prevent unscheduled downtime.

Caterpillar Inc.

Identification #(s)

Attached to 21Aug2015 Service Letter