RADIATOR GP 4158510 - Caterpillar

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Before you operate the machine, check monitoring system (4). Take action on any events that are displayed. Note: In order to provide maximum sound suppression, keep all doors closed and keep all windows closed.
Check the oil levels of the following compartments: engine, hoist/brake hydraulic tank, final drives and steering hydraulic tank. Refer to the Maintenance Section for information on checking the oil levels.
Check the horn. Check the backup alarm. Check any other warning devices on the machine.
Check the operation of the steering and the brakes. Check the secondary brakes and check the secondary steering. Do not operate the machine if any discrepancies are found. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Braking System - Test". Also refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Secondary Steering - Test".
Frequently observe all messages, indicators, and gauges (3). All gauges should be at normal operating range. The system indicators, the action light, and the action alarm should be off.
Adjust the operator seat. Adjust the mirrors.
Do not allow a companion to ride on the machine unless the companion is seated within the Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS) or Falling Object Protection Structure (FOPS) with the seat belt fastened. The companion must have the seat belt fastened while the machine is in operation. The operator of the machine is responsible for the safety of the companion. Personal injury or death may occur if the companion is not restrained and protected.
Fasten the seat belt.
Lower the body.
Pull the load brake button switch (6) to ON position.
Turn the park brake switch (7) to the OFF position.
Push the load brake button switch to OFF.
Depress service brake control pedal (1).
Move shift control lever (5) from the NEUTRAL position to the desired position. Note: Only operate the controls if the engine is running.
Release the service brake pedal and depress accelerator pedal (2). Preparing to Operate the Machine
In order to prevent injury, make sure that no one is working on the machine or near the machine. Keep the machine under control at all times in order to prevent injury.
Know the maximum height of the machine. Know the maximum width of the machine. Maintain proper clearance.
Only operate the machine if the engine is running.
Before the machine operates at a high speed, check the operation of the brake system and of the steering system. These systems should be checked while the machine maintains a low speed.
Make sure that the Automatic Retarder Control (ARC) operates properly before you travel down a grade with a machine that is loaded. Test the ARC on a short grade before the machine is loaded.
Reduce engine speed when you are maneuvering in tight quarters or when you are driving over a rise. Reference: For further operating information, See Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Operation Information". Warm-Up and Break-In of the Final Drive
Note: Correct oil levels are critical in the final drive housings. Check the oil level prior to operation. Allow sufficient time for the oil to fill all of the compartments in the final drive housing.Warm-Up
When the oil is allowed to warm