PAD A 6T0952 - Caterpillar

Literature Information
This Manual contains operation instructions and maintenance information.The operation sections is a reference for the new operator and a refresher for the experienced one. Read - study - and keep it handy.Illustrations guide the operator through the correct procedures of checking, starting, operating and stopping the engine generator.The maintenance sections is a guide to equipment care and has illustrated step-by-step instructions.Some photographs in this publication may show details or attachments that may be different from your equipment. Also, guards and covers may have been removed for illustrative purposes.Continuing improvement and advancement of product design may have caused changes to your engine driven generator which may not be covered in this publication.Whenever a question arises regarding your engine driven generator or this publication, please consult your Cat dealer for the latest available information.Generator Identification
Every Cat generator has a serial number stamped on the nameplate and on the frame. The plate is located on the left side of the generator. The number identifies the generator type, capacity, and nominal voltage of the generator.Ordering Parts
Quality Cat replacement parts are available from Cat dealers throughout the world. Their parts stocks are up to date and include all parts normally required to protect your investment in Cat equipment.When ordering parts, your order should specify the quantity, part number, part name and serial number, arrangment number and modification number of the equipment for which the parts are needed. If in doubt about the part number, please provide your dealer with a complete description of the needed item.California Propostion 65 Warning
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.Certified Engine Maintenance
Proper maintenance and repair is essential to keep the engine and machine systems operating correctly. As the heavy duty off-road diesel engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in the Owner Manual, Operation and Maintenance Manual, and the Service Manual.It is prohibited for any person engaged in the business of repairing, servicing, selling, leasing, or trading engines or machines to remove, alter, or render inoperative any emission related device or element of design installed on or in an engine or machine that is in compliance with the regulations (40 CFR Part 89). Certain elements of the machine and engine such as the exhaust system, fuel system, electrical system, intake air system and cooling system may be emission related and should not be altered unless approved by Caterpillar.Cat Product Identification Number
Effective First Quarter 2001 the Cat Product Identification Number (PIN) will change from 8 to 17 characters. In an effort to provide uniform equipment identification, Caterpillar and other construction equipment manufacturers are moving to comply with the latest version of the product identification numbering standard. Non-road machine PINs are defined by ISO 10261. The new PIN format will apply to all Cat machines and generator sets. The PIN plates and