COVER 7N8814 - Caterpillar

Be sure no one is working on or near the machine to prevent injury. Keep the machine under control at all times to prevent injury.Reduce engine speed when maneuvering in tight quarters or when breaking over a rise.Select the gear speed necessary before starting downgrade. Do not change gears while going downhill.A good practice is to use the same gear speed going downgrade that would be used to go up the grade.Do not allow the engine to overspeed downhill. Use the service brake pedal to reduce engine overspeed going downhill.When the load will be pushing the machine, put the transmission selector lever in FIRST speed before starting downhill.1. Adjust the operator's seat.2. Fasten the seat belt.3. Raise all lowered attachments enough to clear any obstructions. 4. Push down on the service brake pedal to keep the machine from moving. 5. Push the button on the top of the parking brake lever and lower the lever to release the parking brake.6. Move the transmission control lever to the desired direction and gear speed.7. Release the service brake pedal.8. Push down on the accelerator pedal to the desired engine speed.9. Drive the machine forward for best visibility and control.
For operator comfort and maximum service life of power train components, deceleration and/or braking is recommended before any directional shifts are made.
Parking Brake System
The parking brake alert indicator on the instrument panel will come on when the parking brake lever is pulled up.
Moving the machine with the parking brake engaged can cause excessive wear or damage to the brake. If necessary, have the brake repaired before operating the machine.
Supplemental Steering (If Equipped)
If the primary steering alert indicator flashes, steer the machine immediately to an out-of-the-way location and stop.Have any necessary repairs made before returning the machine to operation.Steering and braking effort will increase with the engine stopped.Supplemental steering works only while the machine is in motion. The primary steering alert indicator indicates the primary steering has failed and supplemental steering is in use. When the alert indicator flashes, steer the machine immediately to an out-of-the-way location and stop the machine. Stop the engine and investigate the cause.Do not operate the machine until the cause has been found and corrected.