DISC 5B2551 - Caterpillar

Personal injury or death can result from escaping fluid under pressure.Escaping fluid under pressure, even a very small pin-hole size leak, can penetrate body tissue and cause serious injury and possible death. If fluid is injected into your skin, it must be treated immediately by a doctor familiar with this type of injury.Always use a board or cardboard when checking for a leak.
Sudden movement of the machine or release of oil under pressure can cause injury to persons on or near the machine.In order to prevent possible injury, perform the following procedure before testing and adjusting any of the machine hydraulic systems.
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting, and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids.Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Park the machine on a smooth, level surface. Move away from other operating machines and away from personnel. Lower the bucket to the ground. Stop the engine.
Permit only one operator on the machine. Keep all other personnel away from the machine or in sight of the operator.
Engage the parking brake. Put blocks in front of the wheels and behind the wheels.
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Steering frame lock in the LOCKED position
Install steering frame lock in the LOCKED position so the machine can not articulate.
Depress the brake pedal repeatedly. This will relieve any pressure that may be present in the brake hydraulic system.
Move the implement control levers through the full range of travel. This will relieve any pressure that may be present in the implement hydraulic system. Place the lift control lever in the HOLD position. Place the tilt control lever in the HOLD position.
Turn the steering controls several times in both directions in order to relieve the pressure in the steering system.
Slowly remove the hydraulic tank cap in order to relieve any pressure in the hydraulic oil tank.