Make sure that you can read all of the safety messages. Clean the safety messages. Replace the safety messages if you cannot read the words on the safety messages. Replace the safety messages if you cannot view the pictures on the safety messages.
If a safety message is damaged or missing, the safety message must be replaced. If a safety message cannot be read, the safety message must be replaced. If a safety message is located on a part that has been replaced, a new safety message must be placed on the new part. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for new safety messages.
Do not operate 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. |
Illustration 1 | g00330005 |
The safety message is located on the operator console.
No clearance for a man in this area when the machine turns. Severe injury or death from crushing could occur. Install the steering frame lock pin into the locked position before lifting the machine, transporting the machine on another vehicle, or performing service near the center of the machine. Disengage the steering lock pin from articulation joint and store in retainer before resuming operation or the machine will not steer. |
Illustration 2 | g00330008 |
The safety message is located in the steer pivot on the right side of the machine and on the left side of the machine.
Improper jump start cable connections can cause an explosion resulting in personal injury. Batteries may be located in separate compartments. When using jump start cables, always connect the positive (+) to the positive (+) terminal of the battery that is connected to the starter solenoid and the negative (−) cable from the source to the negative (−) terminal of the starter. (If the machine is not equipped with a starter negative terminal, connect the negative (−) cable to the engine block.) Follow the procedure in the Operation and Maintenance Manual. |
Illustration 3 | g00330043 |
The safety message is located on the right support. The support is located in the radiator compartment.
Structural damage, an overturn, modification, alteration, or improper repair, can impair this structure's capability, thereby voiding this certification. Do not weld on or drill holes in the structure. Consult your Caterpillar dealer to determine the structure's limitations without voiding the certification. |
Illustration 4 | g00330064 |
The safety message is located on machines that are equipped with cabs.
The protection offered by this ROPS will be impaired if the ROPS has been subjected to any modification, structural damage, or has been involved in an overturn accident. This ROPS must be replaced after a roll-over. Seat belts must be worn while operating the vehicle. |
Illustration 5 | g00330067 |
The safety message is located on the ROPS. The safety message is located on machines that are not equipped with a cab.