SWITCH 5294339 - Caterpillar

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Position the machine on the incline of the slope, but near the base of the slope in order to check the parking brake. The test position should be 26 percent or a 15 degree slope.
Start the engine. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Starting" for information on starting the engine.
Move the machine into the test position.
Place the throttle control into the LOW IDLE position.
Engage the parking brake. The machine should not move under the following conditions.
The engine is at low idle.
The parking brake is applied.
The machine is positioned on the specified slope.
Personal injury can result if the machine moves while testing.If the machine begins to move, release the parking brake and use the propel lever in order to move the machine to a level surface.
Park the machine on a level surface.
Stop the engine.
If the machine moves when testing the brakes, contact your Caterpillar dealer.Have the dealer inspect and repair the brakes before returning the machine to operation. Failure to have the brakes inspected and repaired can cause injury or death.