PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REPLACING THE 226-3465 CAB CEILING FOAM ON CERTAIN CS-423E, CS-533E AND CP-533E COMPACTORS Caterpillar

PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REPLACING THE 226-3465 CAB CEILING FOAM ON CERTAIN CS-423E, CS-533E AND CP-533E COMPACTORS

Usage:

REBE2736-00

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24Oct2007

D-435

O-466

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*Priority*	PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REPLACING THE 2263465/">226-3465 CAB CEILING FOAM ON CERTAIN CS-423E, CS-533E AND CP-533E COMPACTORS
7301 7329		PI31379

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NOTE:

This Program must be administered as soon as possible. When reporting the repair, use "PI31379" 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 "PI31379" 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
30Apr2008	31Oct2008

PROBLEM

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The 2263465/">226-3465 Foam needs to be replaced on certain CS-423E, CS-533E, and CP-533E Compactors equipped with cab. The existing foam can come loose from cab ceiling because an incorrect contact adhesive was used for attaching it. Without the foam in place the cab will not be properly insulated.

AFFECTED PRODUCT

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Model	Identification Number
CP-533E	ASM00245, 248-253, 255, 260-261, 265
CS-423E	BWG00340-00347, 350, 363-369
CS-533E	ASL02225, 2240-2241, 2245-2247, 2252, 2254-2259, 2261-2262, 2264-2265, 2267-2269, 2272-2275, 2277-2278, 2283, 2285, 2288-2289, 2291-2305, 2307-2309, 2313, 2315, 2317-2319, 2321, 2325-2329, 2331-2333, 2336, 2338-2339, 2343, 2346, 2348, 2350, 2352, 2361, 2363-2364, 2366-2367, 2369, 2372, 2374, 2376, 2426, 2433, 2447, 2457, 2462-2465, 2494-2495, 2503, 2522, 2525-2526, 2531-2532

PARTS NEEDED

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Qty	Part Number	Description
1	30_NF	3M Fastbond Contact Adhesive (Procure Locally)
1	2263465	FOAM

ACTION REQUIRED

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Remove the existing foam from the cab ceiling; Carefully clean the cab ceiling from bond residues that could be left. Use a paint brush to spread the 3M Fast bond 30-NF on both foam and ceiling. Let the bound dry up for 10 to 30 minutes. When the adhesive coating completely loose its milky appearance and becomes clear, it is ready to bond. There are still 3 hours after the adhesive is dry in which the bonding job can be completed.
For any question you could have concerning the specified bond, please contact Caterpillar Rantigny product support: Michel Pouplier at ++ 33 344 691 021, or email at Pouplier_Michel_J@cat.com
Required glue is Fast bond 30-NF from supplier 3M.

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OWNER NOTIFICATION

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

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%

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NOTE: This is a 1.5-hour job
Glue being sold per 1 liter container at 50$ each, the additionnal cost of 50 $ per cab is supported by Cat.

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PARTS DISPOSITION

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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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COPY OF OWNER NOTIFICATION FOR U.S. AND CANADIAN OWNERS

XYZ Corporation
3240 Arrow Drive
Anywhere, YZ 99999

PRIORITY - PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR REPLACING THE 2263465/">226-3465 CAB CEILING FOAM ON CERTAIN CS-423E, CS-533E, AND CP-533E COMPACTORS

MODELS INVOLVED - CS-423E, CS-533E, and CP-533E Compactors equipped with cab

Dear Caterpillar Product Owner:

The 2263465/">226-3465 Foam needs to be replaced on the products listed below. The existing foam can come loose from cab ceiling because an incorrect contact adhesive was used for attaching it. Without the foam in place the cab will not be properly insulated. 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 24Oct2007 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 24Oct2007 Service Letter