KEY 9T8454 - Caterpillar

Open/Closing the Rear Grill
Illustration 1 g03778799Ensure that the hood is in the fully lowered position. To open the rear grill, push the button on the right side of the grill and pull outward. To close, push the grill toward the machine until it securely latches.Raise the Hood
Secure the hood in the fully closed position or the fully open position prior to starting the engine. Operating the machine with the hood partially open can cause the exhaust to damage hood components.
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(1) Access Panel
(2) Toggle Switch
Ensure the area behind the machine is clear before you tilt the engine hood. Failure to clear the area could result in serious injury. Maintain a clear area behind the machine while the hood is in the raised position.
Do not perform any service work in the engine compartment unless the engine hood is in the fully raised position. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. Secure the engine hood in the fully raised position before performing any service work in the engine compartment.
The switch that controls the engine hood is located in a compartment on the left side of the machine.Note: When opening the hood, the counter weight shelf must be clear of dirt, debris, or objects. The rear of the hood can be damaged if the hood is opened with objects on the shelf.
Ensure that the rear grill and service access doors are securely latched in the closed position. Note: Failure to secure the rear grill in the closed position prior to opening the hood will result in damage to the grill.
Ensure that there are no personnel or equipment around the hood during operation.
Open the access door.
Move the toggle switch to the UP position (1) in order to raise the hood. Hold the switch in this position until the