HOSE-RADIATOR 3263933 - Caterpillar

Never move the battery disconnect switch to the OFF position while the engine is operating. Serious damage to the electrical system could result.
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Type 1
(1) Battery Disconnect Switch
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Type 2
(1) Battery Disconnect SwitchThe battery disconnect switch (1) is located on the bumper near the base of the stairs. The ground level control box is shown with the cover open.Battery Disconnect Switch (1)
ON - To activate the electrical system, turn the battery disconnect switch clockwise to the ON position. The battery disconnect switch must be turned to the ON position before starting the engine.
OFF - To deactivate the electrical system, turn the battery disconnect switch counterclockwise to the OFF position.Turn the battery disconnect switch to the OFF position and place a padlock on the switch to secure the switch in the OFF position.Turn the battery disconnect switch to the OFF position and place a padlock on the switch if the machine is not in operation for an extended period of 24 hours or more. Placing a padlock on the switch will prevent the battery from being discharged. The following problems can cause battery discharge:
Short circuit faults
Current draw through certain electrical/electronic componentsNote: The battery disconnect switch does not release hydraulic pressure from the secondary steering system or hydraulic pressure from the automatic retarder control system. To release the hydraulic pressure, the engine must be shut down by moving the key switch to theOFF position. Do not use the battery disconnect to shut down the engine. Moving the engine start switch to the OFF position will activate a solenoid valve to release the hydraulic pressure from the accumulators.Verify that the engine is fully operational before cranking the engine to ensure that no damage will occur to the engine. Do not crank an engine that is not fully operational.Perform the following procedure to check the functionality of the battery disconnect switch:
With the battery disconnect switch in the ON position, verify that electrical components in the operator compartment are functioning. Verify that the hour meter is displaying information. Verify that the engine will crank.
Turn the battery disconnect switch to the OFF position.
Verify that the following items are not functioning: the electrical components in the operator station, the hour meter, and the engine starter. If any of the items continue to function with the battery disconnect switch in the OFF position, contact your Cat dealer.