POWER TAKE-OFF CONTROL GROUP 6K8443 - Caterpillar

Actuation of the cushion-hitch or steering control can cause movement in the hitch area, reducing clearances suddenly.Personal injury or death can result from hitch movement if a person is in the hitch area.
Illustration 1 g00871112
The cushion-hitch control (switch) is located on the front dash. The switch is to the right of the steering wheel.
Switch ON - Push the switch to the top position for a cushion ride. Switch OFF - Push the switch to the bottom position in order to lock down the cushion-hitch. The switch should be in the OFF position when you are loading material and when you are dumping material.Note: The switch should be in the ON position at all times except when you are loading materials or when you are dumping materials. When the switch is in the OFF position the material will spread more smoothly. This will help you to achieve faster cycle times.