SHIELD-HEAT 2516357 - Caterpillar

Brake Pedal
Brake Pedal Applied - Push the brake pedal down to apply the brakes, and slow or stop the machine. Use the brakes on a downgrade to keep the engine from overspeeding. Brake Pedal Released - Release the brake pedal to allow the machine to move, or increase ground speed.Governor and Decelerator
Governor Lever (1.) - Pull the lever back for higher engine rpm. Push the lever forward to slow the engine. Push the lever forward to the detent position for low idle. Push the lever all the way forward through the detent to stop the engine. 2. Decelerator Pedal - Push down on the pedal to override the governor control and reduce the engine speed. Use the pedal to reduce engine rpm when making directional shifts.Steering Clutch/Brake Control
There are two steering clutch/brake control levers. The lever on the left, controls the left steering clutch and brake. The lever on the right controls the right steering clutch and brake.
Left Steering Clutch/Brake Lever (1.) - Pull the left lever back to steer the machine to the left. The rate of steering is controlled by how far the lever is pulled back.When a slight lever pressure is felt while pulling it back, the lever will be entering the braking position.Pull the lever all the way back to brake the left track for a pivot turn.
Right Steering Clutch/Brake Lever (2.) - Pull the right lever back to steer the machine to the right. The rate of steering is controlled by how far the lever is pulled back.When a slight lever pressure is felt while pulling it back, the lever will be entering the braking position.Pull the lever all the way back to brake the right track for a pivot turn.Parking Brake
Parking Brake - This lever engages the parking brake and locks the transmission lever in NEUTRAL. The machine should not move when engaged. Do not use for stopping the machine.
Unlocked - Pull the lever up to release the parking brake.
Locked - Push the lever down to engage the parking brake. This will also lock the transmission lever in NEUTRAL.Transmission
Transmission Direction and Speed Selector - This lever controls transmission NEUTRAL (N), and three speeds forward (F) or reverse (R). Move the lever to the desired direction and speed.The parking brake lever must be up to allow selector movement.Back-up Alarm
Back-up Alarm - The alarm will sound when the transmission lever is in the reverse position. It is used to alert people behind the machine that it is backing up.The alarm will sound anytime the disconnect is turned to ON, and lever is on the reverse side of console.