SPACER 8W1253 - Caterpillar

Tilt Back (3) - Move the joystick to the left in order to tilt the bucket backward.The joystick control is detented in the full TILT BACK position. When the joystick is moved into the soft detent, the operator will feel an increased resistance from the joystick. Once in the detent, the joystick should be released in order to return automatically to the HOLD position. The attachment will continue to tilt back until the attachment reaches the digging angle that is preset by the tilt kickout. In order to override the detent manually, the joystick must be moved at least 6° from the HOLD position. The detent will not be activated if the joystick is held in the detent position for more than 1 second. The joystick control is detented in the full DUMP position. When the joystick is moved into the soft detent, the operator will feel an increased resistance from the joystick. Once in the detent, the joystick should be released in order to return automatically to the HOLD position. The attachment will continue to dump until the attachment reaches the digging angle that is preset by the tilt kickout. In order to override the detent manually, the joystick must be moved at least 6° from the HOLD position. The detent will not be activated if the joystick is held in the detent position for more than 1 second.Note: A machine with ride control may experience partial lowering of the lift arms when the joystick is held in the DUMP position with the bucket against the bucket stops and the lift arms are fully raised. To avoid partial lowering of the lift arms, return the joystick to the HOLD position.Autodig Trigger Switch (If Equipped)
Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Aggregate Autodig" for more information on the autodig system.Directional Turn Signal (If Equipped)
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Turn signal with Conventional steering
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Turn signal with Command control steering
A turn signal lever may be mounted on the right side of the steering column.
Directional Turn Signal - To activate the left turn signal, push the turn signal lever forward. To activate the right turn signal, pull the turn signal lever rearward. Move the turn signal lever to the center position in order to deactivate either turn signal.An indicator light on the front dash panel will flash when the turn signal is activated.Machine Security System (If Equipped)
This machine is equipped with a Caterpillar Machine Security System (MSS) and may not start under certain conditions. Read the following information and know your machine's settings. Your Caterpillar dealer can identify your machine settings.
Machine Security System (MSS) - Machines that are equipped with a Cat Machine Security System (MSS) can be identified by a decal in the operator station. MSS is designed to prevent theft of the machine or unauthorized operation.Basic Operation
MSS may be programmed to read a standard Caterpillar key or an electronic key. The electronic key contains an electronic chip within the plastic housing for the key. Each key emits a unique signal to the