Usage:
General
Attach a "DO NOT OPERATE" or similar warning tag to start switch or controls before servicing or repairing the machine. These tags, Form SEHS7332, are available from your Caterpillar dealer.
Caution should be used to avoid breathing dust that may be generated when handling components containing asbestos fibers. If this dust is inhaled, it can be hazardous to your health. Components in Caterpillar products that may contain asbestos fibers are brake pads, brake band and lining assemblies, clutch plates and some gaskets. The asbestos used in these componentsis usually bound in a resin or sealed in some way. Normal handling is not hazardous as long as airborne dust which contains asbestos is not generated.
If dust which may contain asbestos is present, there are several common sense guidelines that should be followed.
- 1. Never use compressed air for cleaning.
- 2. Use vacuum or wet methods for cleanup.
- 3. Use exhaust ventilation on permanent machining jobs.
- 4. Wear an approved respirator if there is no other way to control the dust.
- 5. Follow environmental rules and regulations for disposal of asbestos.
- 6. Avoid areas where asbestos particles may be in the air.
Perform all maintenance unless otherwise specified as follows:
Park the machine on level ground.
- The secondary/parking brake engaged.
- Lower the blade if so equipped.
- The engine stopped.
- The start switch key removed.
- Lower the blade if so equipped.
Wear a hard hat, protective glasses and other protective equipment as required by job conditions.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can catch on controls or other parts of the machine.
Make certain all protective guards and covers are secured in place on the machine.
Keep the machine, especially the deck, walkways and steps, free of foreign material, such as debris, oil, tools and other items which are not part of the machine.
Secure all loose items such as lunch boxes, tools and other items which are not part of the machine.
Know the hand signals and who gives them. Accept signals from one person only.
Never put maintenance fluids into glass containers.
Report all needed repairs.
Do not allow unauthorized personnel on the machine.
Pressure air can cause personal injury. When using pressure air for cleaning, wear a protective face shield and protective clothing.
Crushing Or Cutting Prevention
Never attempt adjustments while the machine is moving or the engine is running unless otherwise specified.
Support equipment and implements properly when working beneath them. Do not depend on hydraulic cylinders to hold it up. Any implement can fall if a control is moved, or if a hydraulic line breaks.
Where there are implement linkages, the clearance in the linkage area will increase or decrease with movement of the implement.
Stay clear of all rotating and moving parts.
Keep objects away from moving fan blades. They will throw or cut any object or tool that falls or is pushed into them.
Retainer pins, when struck with force, can fly out and injure nearby persons.
Wear protective glasses when striking a retainer pin to avoid injury to your eyes.
Chips or other debris can fly off objects when struck. Make sure no one can be injured by flying debris before striking any object.
Hydraulic systems hydraulic oil is under high pressure. Oil coming out of the components or hoses under pressure can penetrate the body causing injury or death.
Zero clearance for personnel in steering pivot area. Presence in this area when machine is turning will cause injury or death.
Burn Prevention
At operating temperature, the engine coolant is hot and under pressure. The radiator and all lines to heaters or the engine contain hot water or steam. Any contact can cause severe burns.
Check the coolant level only after the engine has been stopped and the filler cap is cool enough to remove with your bare hand.
Remove the cooling system filler cap slowly to relieve pressure.
Cooling system conditioner contains alkali that can cause personal injury. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes and do not drink.
Allow cooling system components to cool before draining.
Hot oil and components can cause personal injury. Do not allow hot oil or components to contact the skin.
At operating temperature, the hydraulic tank is hot and can be under pressure.
Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap only after the engine has been stopped and the filler cap is cool enough to remove with your bare hand.
Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap slowly to relieve pressure.
Relieve all pressure in air, oil, fuel or cooling systems before any lines, fittings or related items are disconnected or removed.
Make sure the machine horn, the backup alarm and all other warning devices are working properly.
Fasten the seat belt securely.
Check for proper operation of all controls and protective devices while moving slowly in an open area.
Operating The Machine
Operate the machine only while seated.
Operate the controls only with the engine running.
The operator must satisfy himself that no one will be endangered before moving the machine.
Do not allow riders on the machine unless additional seat, seat belt and rollover protection are provided.
Report any needed repairs noted during operation.
Stay a safe distance from the edge of cliffs, overhangs and slide areas.
If the machine begins to sideslip on a grade, immediately turn the machine downhill.
Be careful to avoid the condition which could lead to tipping when working on hills, banks or slopes, and when crossing ditches, ridges or other obstructions.
Work up and down slopes, rather than sideways, whenever possible.
Never operate the machine less than 3/4throttle. Reduction of braking response will result.
Keep the machine under control and do not work it over its capacity.
Be sure hitch points and the towing device are adequate.
Connect trailing equipment to a drawbar or hitch only.
Never straddle a wire rope cable or similar device, nor allow others to do so.
No personnel should be between the machine and trailing equipment when maneuvering to connect them. Block the tongue or hitch of trailing equipment to align it with the drawbar or hitch.
Parking The Machine
Park on a level surface. If necessary to park on a grade, block the machine.
Move the propel lever to STOP to stop the machine.
Engage the parking brake.
Stop the machine.
Turn the start switch key to OFF and remove the key.
Lower the blade if so equipped.
Mounting And Dismounting
Mount and dismount the machine only where steps and/or handholds are provided.
Use both hands and face the machine, when mounting and dismounting.
Never get on or off a moving machine. Never jump off the machine.
Do not try to climb on or off the machine when carrying tools or supplies. Use a hand line to pull equipment up onto the platform.
Preparing To Start The Engine
Start the engine only from the operator's station. Never short across the starter terminals or across the batteries, as this could bypass the engine neutral-start system as well as damage the electrical system.
Inspect the condition of the seat belt and mounting hardware. Replace any damaged or worn parts. Replace the seat belt regardless of appearance, after three years of use.
Adjust the seat so that brake pedals, levers, and buttons can be reached with the operator's back against the seat back.
Make sure the machine is equipped with a lighting system as required by conditions.
Make sure all lights are working properly.
Make sure no one is working on, underneath or close to the machine before starting the engine or beginning to move the machine. Make sure the area is free of personnel.
Starting The Engine
Do not start the engine or move any of the controls if there is a "DO NOT OPERATE" or similar warning tag attached to the start switch or controls.
Move the propel control to STOP position.
Move all implement controls to the HOLD position before starting the engine.
Engage the secondary/parking brake.
Start and operate the engine in a well ventilated area only. If an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the outside.
Preparing To Operate The Machine
Clear all personnel from the machine and the area.
Clear all obstacles from the path of the machine. Beware of hazards such as wires, ditches, etc.
Battery electrolyte contains acid that can cause injury. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes.
Fire Or Explosion Prevention
All fuels, most lubricants and some coolant mixtures are flammable.
Do not smoke while refueling or in a refueling area.
Do not smoke in areas where batteries are charged, or where flammable materials are stored.
Batteries in series may be located in separate compartments. When using jumper cables always connect positive (+) cable to positive (+) terminal of battery connected to starter solenoid and negative (-) cable from external source to starter negative (-) terminal. (If not equipped with starter negative terminal, connect to engine block.)
Check daily for loose or frayed electrical wires. Have all loose or frayed electrical wires tightened, repaired or replaced before operating the machine.
Keep all fuels and lubricants stored in properly marked containers and away from all unauthorized persons.
Store all oily rags or other flammable material in a protective container, in a safe place.
Do not weld or flame cut on pipes or tubes that contain flammable fluids. Clean them thoroughly with nonflammable solvent before welding or flame cutting on them.
Remove all flammable materials such as fuel, oil and other debris before they accumulate on the machine.
Do not expose the machine to flames, burning brush, etc. if at all possible.
Do not bend or strike high pressure lines. Do not install bent or damaged lines, tubes or hoses.
Inspect all lines, tubes and hoses carefully. Do not use your bare hand to check for leaks. Tighten all connections to the recommended torque.
Repair any loose or damaged fuel and oil lines, tubes and hoses. Leaks can cause fires.
Make sure that all clamps, guards and heat shields are installed correctly to prevent vibration, rubbing against other parts, and excessive heat during operation.
Shields, which protect hot exhaust components from oil or fuel spray in the event of a line, tube or seal failure, must be installed correctly.
Ether is flammable. Do not smoke while using ether.
Use ether only in well ventilated areas.
Keep ether containers out of the reach of unauthorized persons.
Do not store ether containers in living areas or in the operator's compartment.
Do not store ether containers in direct sunlight. Discard containers in a safe place. Do not puncture or burn containers.
General
Attach a "DO NOT OPERATE" or similar warning tag to start switch or controls before servicing or repairing the machine. These tags, Form SEHS7332, are available from your Caterpillar dealer.
Caution should be used to avoid breathing dust that may be generated when handling components containing asbestos fibers. If this dust is inhaled, it can be hazardous to your health. Components in Caterpillar products that may contain asbestos fibers are brake pads, brake band and lining assemblies, clutch plates and some gaskets. The asbestos used in these components is usually bound in a resin or sealed in some way. Normal handling is not hazardous as long as airborne dust which contains asbestos is not generated.
If dust which may contain asbestos is present, there are several common sense guidelines that should be followed.
- 1. Never use compressed air for cleaning.
- 2. Use vacuum or wet methods for cleanup.
- 3. Use exhaust ventilation on permanent machining jobs.
- 4. Wear an approved respirator if there is no other way to control the dust.
- 5. Follow environmental rules and regulations for disposal of asbestos.
- 6. Avoid areas where asbestos particles may be in the air.
Perform all maintenance unless otherwise specified as follows:
- Park the machine on level ground.
- The secondary/parking brake engaged.
- Lower the blade if so equipped.
- The engine stopped.
- The start switch key removed.
- The secondary/parking brake engaged.
Wear a hard hat, protective glasses and other protective equipment as required by job conditions.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can catch on controls or other parts of the machine.
Make certain all protective guards and covers are secured in place on the machine.
Keep the machine, especially the deck, walkways and steps, free of foreign material, such as debris, oil, tools and other items which are not part of the machine.
Secure all loose items such as lunch boxes, tools and other items which are not part of the machine.
Know the hand signals and who gives them. Accept signals from one person only.
Never put maintenance fluids into glass containers.
Report all needed repairs.
Do not allow unauthorized personnel on the machine.
Pressure air can cause personal injury. When using pressure air for cleaning, wear a protective face shield and protective clothing.