WASHER-THRUST 9G9080 - Caterpillar

You must read and understand the warnings and instructions contained in the Safety section of this manual before performing any operation or maintenance procedures.Pivot Shaft
Check Oil Level
Oil plugs are located on both sides of the machine. Remove the plug on each side of machine. Check to see if oil level is at the bottom of the threaded hole. Add oil, if needed, to bring oil level up to the bottom of thread hole.Hydraulic System
Change Filter
1. Remove the oil fill cap to relieve the tank pressure. Remove the bolts securing the cover and remove the cover.2. Remove and discard the filter element.Apply a thin coat of oil to the seal on the new filter.3. Install the filter by hand until the filter contacts the base. Tighten 3/4 turn more.4. Remove the retainer ring and strainer from oil fill tube.5. Wash the strainer and cover in clean, nonflammable solvent.6. Inspect the seal on the oil fill cap. Replace the seal if it is worn or damaged.7. Install the strainer, retainer ring, cap and cover. 8. Maintain oil level to the FULL mark in the sight gauge.Engine Crankcase Breather
Clean Breather
1. Remove the access cover (if equipped) located on the left side of the machine. 2. Loosen the breather outlet hose clamp and remove the hose from the breather cover.3. Loosen the breather inlet hose clamp and remove the breather.4. Check the condition of cover seal. Replace with new seal if the used one is damaged.5. Wash the element and cover assembly in clean, nonflammable solvent.6. Shake, or use pressure air, to dry the element.7. Inspect the hose for damage. Replace if necessary.8. Install the breather element cover assembly.9. Install the hose and clamp.10. Install the access cover (if equipped).Recoil Spring Compartment
Check Oil Level
1. Remove the oil fill cover plate. 2. Maintain the oil level to the level mark on the cylinder.3. Install the cover plate.4. Repeat the procedure on the other recoil spring compartment.Fuel System Filter
Change Filter
Do not fill fuel filter with fuel before installing it. Contaminated fuel causes accelerated wear to fuel system parts.
1. Open the access cover (if equipped) at the rear of the machine. Shut off fuel supply by turning the red handle of the shut-off valve. 2. Open the access cover (if equipped) to the engine compartment.3. Remove the filter with a strap type wrench.4. Wash the filter mounting base, in clean, nonflammable solvent. Be sure all of the old seal is removed.5. Coat the seal of the new filter with clean diesel fuel.6. Install the new filter element by hand. When the seal contacts the base, tighten 3/4 turn more.There are rotation-index marks 90 degrees apart on the filter. Use them as a guide for proper tightening. 7. Open the fuel shutoff valve, and close the access cover (if equipped).8. Prime the fuel system. (See next topic.)Fuel Priming
If the engine does not start, air is trapped in the fuel lines to the engine. Use the following procedure to purge air from the lines.Machines Equipped with