HANDRAIL AS 2482221 - Caterpillar

Cutting Edges and End Bits
Replace if Worn or Damaged
1. Raise the blade and place blocking under it. Lower the blade onto the blocking. Do not block the blade any higher than necessary to remove cutting edge or end bits.2. Remove bolts. Remove cutting edge and end bits.3. Clean all contact surfaces thoroughly.4. Turn cutting edge over and use the opposite edge, if it is not worn.5. Install a new cutting edge section, if both edges are worn.6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 for end bits.7. Install all bolts and tighten them to the specified torque. See the Torques for Ground Engaging Tool Bolts chart under Torque Specifications in the Maintenance Section of this manual for specified torque.8. Raise the blade and remove the blocking. Lower the blade to the ground.9. After a few hours of operation, check all bolts for proper torque. Tighten any bolts as needed.Ripper Tips and Shank Protector
Replace if Worn or Damaged
Replace the ripper tip or shank protector when worn close to shank. Too blunt of a tip does not penetrate properly.1. Raise the ripper and place blocking under it. Lower the ripper onto the blocking. Do not block the ripper any higher than necessary to remove the tips.2. If the ripper tip is worn, drive the pin out. Remove the tip and the pin retainer.3. Clean the shank pin retainer and pin.4. Install the new tip and retainer.5. Install the pin in from the side opposite of the retainer.6. Raise the ripper and remove the support.7. Lower the ripper to the ground.Radiator
Clean/Replace Pressure Cap
1. Remove the coolant filler cap slowly to relieve any pressure.2. Inspect the cap for damage, deposits or foreign material. Clean the cap with a clean cloth or replace the cap if necessary.3. Install the cap.Clean Core
Compressed air, high pressure water or steam can be used to remove dust, leaves, and general debris from the radiator core. Clean as required by condition of radiator.The use of compressed air is preferred.Refer to Know Your Cooling System, SEBD0518, for the complete procedure and instructions.Transmission System
Clean Scavenge Line Screens
Hot oil and components can cause personal injury. Do not allow hot oil or components to contact skin.
The transmission oil screens should be removed and cleaned if the transmission oil pump fails, or if the transmission is disassembled for any reason. Drain the oil before removing any screens. (See Note in this topic.)1. The bottom guard must be removed to gain access to the main screen and torque converter screen. 2. Remove the cover and main screen located below the pump. An ecology drain has been provided on the machine for draining the oil from the transmission planetary sump and the torque converter sump. Remove the bottom plug and install a pipe with 1/2-14 NPTF threads and a rubber hose. Drain the sump by backing out the valve until the oil begins to drain. 3. Remove the cover, seal