PLATE & FILM GP 3958258 - Caterpillar

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(1) Autodig Operation Mode
(2) Autodig Material Mode Increase
(3) Autodig Material Mode Decrease
Autodig System - The autodig system is designed to perform the operations of a loading cycle of an aggregate mix with minimal effort by the operator. Loading this type of material is repetitive. A high level of skill is required to maintain a consistent level of productivity during such loading cycles. This feature will fully load a bucket at consistent loading times.Each Autodig material mode setting is programmed with the appropriate transmission speed for loading various types of material. The autodig system will only function up to the third gear, but the recommendation is to enter the pile in first or second gear. The autodig system will downshift the transmission to the proper gear. Autodig Material Modes 1 and 2 will allow the transmission to remain in second gear when loading. Autodig Material Modes 3 through 7 will downshift the transmission into first gear when bucket loading begins.Note: If the transmission is in first gear and the dig mode switch is programmed for second gear, the autodig system will not upshift the transmission.The lift kickout for the Autodig System is controlled in the Monitoring System. On the menu in the Monitoring System, navigate to Settings/Implement/Autodig Kickout set. Move the lift arms to the desired height. Press the "OK/Select" button on the display.Operating Modes of the Autodig System
The Autodig Material Mode Increase and Decrease buttons allow the operator to select different settings for different types of material for loading. In order to load light material, use the lower numbered material modes. In order to load heavy material, use the higher numbered material modes. Intermediate positions are available. Operator discretion is advised.In order to turn off the autodig system, repeatedly press the Autodig Operation Mode button until no indicators are illuminated.Automatic Pile Detection Mode
The autodig system will be set to the automatic pile detection mode upon initial activation. This means that the loading cycle will automatically begin when the bucket contacts the pile. The indicator will light when the autodig system is in the automatic pile detection mode. The operator does not need to move the bucket controls during automatic loading. Lower the bucket to the ground. Drive the machine into the pile. Do not move any of the controls. The autodig system will automatically load the bucket. The machine can be driven to the hauling unit, when the bucket is fully tilted back.Operator Triggered Mode
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Illustration 3 g02126896The operator may desire to start the autodig system manually.
Press the Autodig Material Mode Increase or Decrease switch in order to select the desired load setting.
Press the Autodig Operation Mode button in order to place the system in the Operator Triggered mode. Two indicators will light.
With the autodig system in the operator triggered mode, drive into the pile. Press the trigger switch in order to activate the loading cycle. The machine may be driven to the hauling unit when the lift cycle is completed. Record Mode
The operator may record a load