3677407 AXLE AR-FIXED & OSCILLATING Caterpillar parts
994H
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Alternative (cross code) number:
CA3677407
367-7407
3677407
CA3677407
367-7407
3677407
WHEEL LOADER,
Compatible equipment models: 3677407:
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Caterpillar: Confidential Yellow
SAFETY:USERS OR DEALERS ASKED TO INSTALL FILMS ON FRONT SUSPENSION CYLINDERS - 776, 777 - PI1021 - MAILED WOR LDWIDE EXCEPT BRAZIL
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.
USERS OR DEALERS ASKED TO INSTALL FILMS ON FRONT SUSPENSION CYLINDERS 776 Tractors; 777 Trucks 7557, 7201, PI1021 U-44 A-29 AU-36 C-41 O-32 safety Problem Improper servicing of the front suspension cylinders on 776 Tractors or 777 Trucks can endanger the serviceman. The front suspension cylinders are pressurized with nitrogen gas to provide a safer, smooth ride. The cover on the cylinder is intended to prevent the serviceman from removing the cylinder head under pressure. However, if the bolts that secure the cover are removed, the nitrogen gas is released. If the truck is not blocked, it will lower and reduce the distance between the truck body and the tire or steering axle. The Service Manual gives explicit instructions on servicing the front suspension cylinder, specifically including blocking the truck. IF THE TRUCK IS NOT BLOCKED AND A SERVICEMAN IS IN A POSITION BETWEEN THE TIRE AND TRUCK BODY WHEN HE REMOVES THE SUSPENSION CYLINDER COVER, A SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT. A warning film (decal) is now installed on the cylinders. The illustration shows both sides of the warning film. FRONT SIDE OF FILM (SEE ILLUSTRATION) PEEL-OFF BACK WITH INSTRUCTIONS (SEE ILLUSTRATION) Affected Models And Part Needed 776 Tractor, 14H1-14H206 777 Truck, 84A1-84A1309 The part numbers of the warning films needed are (these will be mailed direct to most U.S. and Canadian owners): Warning Film Warning Film Language Part No. Language Part No. English 2 - 6V6550 German 2 - 6V6554 French 2 - 6V6551 Italian 2 - 6V6555 Spanish 2 - 6V6552 Arabic 2 - 6V6556 Portuguese 2 - 6V6553 Japanese 2 - 6V7307 All dealers should order the necessary warning films to install on any inventory machines in the serial number list. Action Requested -------- U.S. and Canadian Dealers -------- Caterpillar is mailing the warning films to machine owners on our owner list. See copy of mail notification attached. The notification requests that the owner install the films promptly, and instructions for proper installation are on the back of each film. One film is to be placed on the outside top portion of each front cylinder. In all cases, any dealer is to install the films and submit a claim if the user objects to installing the films. It remains the dealer's responsibility to ensure this Safety Program has been completed. If you should
SAFETY:USERS OR DEALERS ASKED TO INSTALL FILMS ON FRONT SUSPENSION CYLINDERS - 776, 777 - PI1021 - MAILED WOR LDWIDE EXCEPT BRAZIL
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.
USERS OR DEALERS ASKED TO INSTALL FILMS ON FRONT SUSPENSION CYLINDERS 776 Tractors; 777 Trucks 7557, 7201, PI1021 U-44 A-29 AU-36 C-41 O-32 safety Problem Improper servicing of the front suspension cylinders on 776 Tractors or 777 Trucks can endanger the serviceman. The front suspension cylinders are pressurized with nitrogen gas to provide a safer, smooth ride. The cover on the cylinder is intended to prevent the serviceman from removing the cylinder head under pressure. However, if the bolts that secure the cover are removed, the nitrogen gas is released. If the truck is not blocked, it will lower and reduce the distance between the truck body and the tire or steering axle. The Service Manual gives explicit instructions on servicing the front suspension cylinder, specifically including blocking the truck. IF THE TRUCK IS NOT BLOCKED AND A SERVICEMAN IS IN A POSITION BETWEEN THE TIRE AND TRUCK BODY WHEN HE REMOVES THE SUSPENSION CYLINDER COVER, A SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT. A warning film (decal) is now installed on the cylinders. The illustration shows both sides of the warning film. FRONT SIDE OF FILM (SEE ILLUSTRATION) PEEL-OFF BACK WITH INSTRUCTIONS (SEE ILLUSTRATION) Affected Models And Part Needed 776 Tractor, 14H1-14H206 777 Truck, 84A1-84A1309 The part numbers of the warning films needed are (these will be mailed direct to most U.S. and Canadian owners): Warning Film Warning Film Language Part No. Language Part No. English 2 - 6V6550 German 2 - 6V6554 French 2 - 6V6551 Italian 2 - 6V6555 Spanish 2 - 6V6552 Arabic 2 - 6V6556 Portuguese 2 - 6V6553 Japanese 2 - 6V7307 All dealers should order the necessary warning films to install on any inventory machines in the serial number list. Action Requested -------- U.S. and Canadian Dealers -------- Caterpillar is mailing the warning films to machine owners on our owner list. See copy of mail notification attached. The notification requests that the owner install the films promptly, and instructions for proper installation are on the back of each film. One film is to be placed on the outside top portion of each front cylinder. In all cases, any dealer is to install the films and submit a claim if the user objects to installing the films. It remains the dealer's responsibility to ensure this Safety Program has been completed. If you should