WINCH AR 8P1986 - Caterpillar

Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting, and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids.Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat® products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Note: Before operating the machine, ensure that the oil level is within the operating range.
Park the machine on a level surface. Ensure that the parking brake is fully engaged and retract the ejector blade.
Shut off the engine and allow the level of the oil to stabilize.
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Sight glass (1) is located on the left side of the machine. Check the oil level in the sight glass.
When the oil is at operating temperature, oil must be above the level mark (2) on the sight glass. Ensure that the oil remains above this level. If necessary, add oil through the oil filler tube.Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Ejector System and Brake System Oil - Change" and Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Lubricant Viscosities".