PLUG 2324673 - Caterpillar

The Automatic TWIN Greasing System
Reference: Refer to System Operation, RENR 6331 for more information on the Automatic TWIN Greasing System.
A pressure hazard is present. Severe personal injury or death can result from removing hoses or fittings that are under pressure. Relieve the pressure in the system before you remove hoses or fittings.
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(1) Reservoir
(2) Dust Cap
(3) Filler Tube AssemblyGrease reservoir (1) is located near the rear fender on the right side of the machine.Filling the Reservoir
Remove dust cap (2) from grease reservoir (1).
Clean the fitting before filling.
Fill grease reservoir (1) with grease to the maximum level which is indicated on the grease reservoir (1).Note: Avoid fully emptying the reservoir causing air to enter the system. Air may be pumped into the reservoir. This air can accumulate under the piston. The air can be removed if the reservoir is refilled to a level slightly above the maximum level mark. Excess air and excess grease will be released from the pump at the overflow passage.Reference: For the correct type of grease, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Lubricant Viscosities".Note: If a different brand of grease is used, check for compatibility. If the new grease is not compatible with the grease in the reservoir, the system must be purged. Refer to System Operation, RENR 6331 for more information about purging the system.
Install dust cap (2).The Cat Autolube System
Reference: Refer to System Operation, M0073678 for more information on the Cat Autolube System.
A pressure hazard is present. Severe personal injury or death can result from removing hoses or fittings that are under pressure. Relieve the pressure in the system before you remove hoses or fittings.
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Grease reservoir (1) is located near the rear fender on the left side of the machine. Remote fill (2) is located to the left of the ladder on the left side of the machine. There is also fill location (3) on the autolube reservoir.
Clean the fitting before filling.
Fill grease reservoir (1) with grease to the maximum level which is indicated on the grease reservoir (1).Reference: For the correct type of grease, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, Lubricant Viscosities.Note: If a different Brand of grease is used, check for compatibility. If the new grease is not compatible with the grease in the reservoir, the system must be purged. Refer to System Operation, M0073678 for more information about purging the system.