CONTROLLER 5121775 - Caterpillar

Fingers can be burned from hot pins and bushings.The pins and bushings in a dry joint can become very hot. It is possible to burn the fingers if there is more than brief contact with these components.
Use the recommendations in order to extend the life of the undercarriage. Use the recommendations in order to avoid excessive downtime.
During the machine operation, listen for unusual squeaking and for unusual squealing. This noise can indicate a dry joint.
Check the machine for dry joints weekly. Check for dry joints immediately after machine operation. After machine operation, lightly touch the end of each track pin or bushing. Touch the track pin or the track bushing with the back of your hand. Make a mark on any dry track pin joint that is hot to the touch. Consult the Custom Track Service expert at any Cat dealer if you detect dry joints or leaks. The Custom Track Service expert at the Cat dealer can perform track inspection.