SPRING-GAS 2592385 - Caterpillar

Warning Categories
Problems from the machine system are classified into three warning categories. The categories are based on the severity of the problem. The categories also dictate the required response of the operator. Warning Category 1 represents the least severe problem and Warning Category 3 represents the most severe problem. The warning categories are identified for the operator according to the combination of warning indications that are active. See Table 1 for Warning Operation. Note: See the Operation and Maintenance Manual for complete information on the Warning Operation.
Table 1
OPERATION    
Warning Category    Warning Indications (1)    Required Operator Action    Possible Result (4)    
Status Indicator Flashes (2) Action Lamp Flashes    Action Alarm Sounds    
1     X             No action required. system needs attention soon.     No harmful or damaging effects.    
2     X     X         Change machine operation or perform maintenance to the system.     Severe damage to components.    
2-S     X     X     X (5)     Immediately change machine operation.     Severe damage to machine components.    
3     X     X     X (3)     Immediately perform a safe engine shutdown.     Operator injury or severe damage to components.    
( 1 ) The active warning indications are marked with an "X".
( 4 ) This is the possible result if no operator action is taken.
( 2 ) Based on the problem detected, the specific status indicator will illuminate.
( 5 ) The alarm is on continuously. Level 2-S is still a level 2, but since the alarm is safety-related the alarm will sound.
( 3 ) Pulsating alarm.Warning Messages
During the normal operation mode and the menu mode, the CMPD display may be interrupted by a warning message. Warning messages are displayed when important instructions or information need to be displayed.If the warning is a Level 1 or a Level 2, the message may be acknowledged by pressing the "OK" button. When the "OK" button is pressed, the message will disappear from the screen. Cycle the power to view a Level 1 or Level 2 warning message after the message has been acknowledged.If the severity of the warning is Level 3, the message will not be removable with the "OK" button. The message will only disappear when the problem no longer exists or when the machine is shut down.
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Typical screen of the CMPD DisplayThe warning message gives indications of the problem. A Troubleshooting Code and an instruction for the operator are displayed.Action Alarm
If a Level 3 warning is active, the action alarm will sound a pulsing tone. A Level 3 warning requires an immediate safe machine shutdown. The action alarm will sound this tone to alert the machine operator that immediate action is required.