TUBE AS 2540316 - Caterpillar

Walk-Around Inspection
Hot oil and components can cause personal injury. Do not allow hot oil or components to contact skin. At operating temperature, the engine coolant is hot and under pressure.Steam can cause personal injury.Check the coolant level only after the engine has been stopped and the fill cap is cool enough to touch with your bare hand.Remove the fill cap slowly to relieve pressure.Cooling system conditioner contains alkalai. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes to prevent personal injury.
For your own safety and maximum service life of the machine, make a thorough walk-around inspection before mounting the machine to start the engine.Look around and under the machine for such items as loose bolts, trash build-up, oil or coolant leaks, broken or worn parts. Inspect the condition of the implements and the hydraulic components. 1. Inspect the implements for damage or excessive wear. Repair if damaged.2. Inspect implement cylinders and linkage for damage or excessive wear. Repair if damaged.3. Inspect and replace lights, broken bulbs and lenses. 4. Remove trash build-up in and around the engine and under the floorplate. Also remove any dirt build-up on top of the crankcase guard.5. Inspect and repair any cooling system leaks. Check the hoses, radiator fins, radiator cap and the drain area.6. Inspect the engine precleaner screens for dirt build-up. Remove any dirt or debris. 7. Inspect and repair any engine compartment leaks. Check around all seals and covers.8. Inspect steps and handholds for condition and cleanliness. Repair or clean if necessary. Inspect the Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS) for damage. See your Caterpillar dealer for repairs if necessary. 9. Inspect and repair any hydraulic system leaks. Inspect hoses, seals and around flanges.10. Inspect and repair any final drive leaks. 11. Be sure covers and guards are firmly in place. Inspect for damage or for loose and missing bolts.12. Inspect and repair any transmission leaks. Check around the seals and covers. Also, check the hoses around the transmission.13. Inspect and repair damaged and excessively worn tracks. Tighten any loose bolts and replace any that are missing.Look for leaks between the major and minor bogies, bogie shafts and the roller frames.If leakage exists consult your Caterpillar dealer for inspection, lubrication and, if necessary, repair instructions. 14. Inspect operator's compartment for cleanliness and remove all trash and dirt build-up.15. Inspect and repair the instrument panel when broken gauges and lights are found. 16. Inspect the seat belt and mounting for excessive wear and damage. Replace if damaged. 17. Make sure the horn, back-up alarm, lights, guards, shield, etc., are in proper working order. 18. Brake pedal can be adjusted closer or farther from opertor's seat for comfort. See your Caterpillar dealer for adjustment procedure.Pre-Start Checks
1. Maintain the engine oil level between the ADD and the FULL mark on the dipstick. 2. Open the left side access cover. 3. Maintain the power train system oil level between the ADD and the FULL marks on the dipstick.Maintain the pivot shaft oil level between the ADD and FULL