PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REPLACING THE 242-3924 GENERATOR FAN GUARD ON CERTAIN 3406C, C15, AND C18 GENSETS Caterpillar


PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REPLACING THE 242-3924 GENERATOR FAN GUARD ON CERTAIN 3406C, C15, AND C18 GENSETS

Usage:

REBE4035-00

30Jun2008


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Safety
  
  

PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REPLACING THE 2423924/">242-3924 GENERATOR FAN GUARD ON CERTAIN 3406C, C15, AND C18 GENSETS

4450
PI10695
NOTE:

This Program must be administered as soon as possible. When reporting the repair, use "PI10695" 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 "PI10695" as the Part Number, "7751" as the Group Number, "96" as the Warranty Claim Description Code, and "Z" as the SIMS Description Code.



PROBLEM

The generator fan guard comes loose when running. Running vibration causes the guard to slip forward, and bolts to loosen and fall off, exposing rotating fan parts, which may result in personal injury or death.

AFFECTED PRODUCT

Model Identification Number
3406C  C2G01557, 1559, 1567, 1574, 1576, 1585
C-18  G4C02798
C15  C5L00998, 1002, 1004, 1039

PARTS NEEDED

Qty

Part Number Description
1 2423924 SCREEN-AIR EXIT
In order to allow equitable parts availability to all participating dealers, please limit your initial parts order to not exceed 40% 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

The generator fan guards need to be replaced on certain 3406C, C15, and C18 Genset product. Refer to the attached Rework Procedure.

OWNER NOTIFICATION

U.S. and Canadian owners will receive the attached Owner Notification.

SERVICE CLAIM ALLOWANCES

Caterpillar
Dealer Suggested
Customer Suggested
Parts %
Labor Hrs%
Parts %
Labor Hrs%
Parts %
Labor Hrs%
100%
100%
0%
0%
0%
0%
 NOTE: This is a 1.0-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.
 
 
 
COPY OF OWNER NOTIFICATION FOR U.S. AND CANADIAN OWNERS

XYZ Corporation
3240 Arrow Drive
Anywhere, YZ 99999

SAFETY - PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REPLACING THE 2423924/">242-3924 GENERATOR FAN GUARD ON CERTAIN 3406C, C15, and C18 GENSETS

MODELS INVOLVED - 3406C, C15, and C18 Genset Packages

Dear Caterpillar Product Owner:

The Generator fan guards needs to be replaced on certain 3406C, C15, and C18 Genset product. Generator fan guard comes loose when running. Running vibration causes the guard to slip forward, and bolts to loosen and fall off, exposing rotating fan parts, which may result in personal injury or death. You will not be charged for the service performed.

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

Please refer the dealer to their Service Letter dated 30Jun2008 when scheduling this service.

We regret the inconvenience this may cause you, but urge you to have this service performed for your added safety and satisfaction.



Caterpillar Inc.

Identification #(s)



Attached to 30Jun2008 Service Letter


Rework Procedure


 
1. Reference.
SEBU7828 Operation & Maintenance manual.
SEBU7898 Operation & Maintenance manual.
SEBU7909 Operation & Maintenance manual.

2. Isolate Genset before commencing any work on the unit, activate emergency stop, open Genset breaker, and disconnect battery cables. Ensure health and safety requirements are adhered to at all times.

3. Remove both 241-4633 M6 air outlet guard-fixing screws and keep for reuse.

4. Remove existing air outlet guard. Do not re-use.

5. Fit 2423924/">242-3924 Air Outlet Guard.

6. Align notches in guard with generator mounting feet.

7. Slide guard backwards until guard is over mounting feet Note (A) Image 1.1.1.

8. Fit both 241-4633 M6 screws to join guard and tighten to a torque of 5 Nm (3.7 lb ft).
Image1.1.1
 
9. Clear generator area, reconnect batteries, release emergency stop, and clear emergency stop fault code.
 
 

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