PISTON 3T9204 - Caterpillar

Diesel engine exhaust contains products of combustion which may be harmful to your health. Always start and operate the engine in a well-ventilated area and, if in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the outside.
Machine Walk-Around Inspection
For maximum service life of the machine, make a thorough walk-around inspection before mounting the machine to start the engine.Look around and under the machine for such items as loose bolts, trash build-up, oil or coolant leaks, broken or worn parts. Inspect the condition of the blade and the hydraulic components.See the topic Walk-Around Inspection under Every 10 Service Hours or Daily in the Maintenance Section of this manual for detailed walk-around inspection information. When operating on severe slopes, see the information in the footnote of the Refill Capacities chart and in Every 10 Service Hours or Daily in the Maintenance Section of this manual.Machine Pre-Start Checks
Check all of the oil, coolant, and fuel levels.See Every 10 Service Hours or Daily in the Maintenance Section of this manual for detailed information.See the topic Walk-Around Inspection in the Maintenance Section for detailed walk-around inspection information.Seat and Seat Belt Checks
Adjust the seat at the beginning of each shift or when changing operators.Adjust the seat to allow full travel of the pedals when the operator is seated against the seat back.Inspect the belt mounting hardware. Replace any damaged or worn hardware. Keep the mounting bolts tight.Fasten the seat belt before starting the engine.