WIRING GP-CHASSIS 8I5875 - Caterpillar

2. Clean the surface of the batteries with a clean cloth. Keep the terminals clean and coated with petroleum jelly. Install the post covers after coating.3. Inspect the electrolyte level in each battery cell, except for maintenance free batteries. Maintain the level to the bottom of the fill openings with distilled water. If distilled water is not available, use clean drinking water.4. Close the battery access cover.Battery, Battery Cable or Disconnect Switch Replacement
When replacing batteries, battery cables, or the disconnect switch, use the following procedure: 1. Turn off all electrical loads (lights, electric switches, etc.).2. Turn off (open) the disconnect switch.3. Disconnect the cable that goes to the machine frame at the disconnect switch (one cable connects to frame and one to battery negative). Be sure the disconnected cable cannot contact the switch stud where it was just removed.4. Disconnect the negative battery cable terminal at the battery(s) that goes to the disconnect switch. Where four 12 volt batteries are involved, the negative side of two of the batteries must be disconnected.5. Proceed with necessary system repairs.6. Reverse steps two through four.Fuses
Replace
The fuses are located on the top of the instrument panel. Fuses - They protect the electrical system from damage caused by overloaded circuits. Change a fuse if the element separates. If the element of a new fuse separates, have the circuit checked and repaired.
Replace fuses with the same type and size only. Otherwise, electrical damage can result. If it is necessary to replace fuses frequently, an electrical problem may exist. Contact your Caterpillar dealer.
(1) Horn (2) Backup alarm (3) Engine Preheater (4) Turn Signal (5) Spray (6) Key Switch (7) Parking Brake (8) Gauges (9) Tire Spray. All fuses are 10 Amp.Circuit Breakers
Reset
Starter (1) - Press button to reset the circuit breaker. Lights (2) - Press button to reset the circuit breaker.
If breaker opens continuously an electrical problem may exist. See your Caterpillar Dealer.
Tire Mats (If Equipped)
Replace
Block the machine to prevent unexpected movement before removing the mats. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or death.
Front
1. Remove the ties and the damaged mat.2. Install a new mat and fasten the new ties. Rear
1. Remove keeper pin at pivot.2. Slide bracket out to side to replace mats as above.Ballast;
Fill Tank
The tank can be filled with a water hose through the cover (1) at the top of the tank or through the water pump. Be sure the drain plug in the bottom of the ballast tank is installed before filling tank.Start the machine and adjust engine speed to full throttle. Install the suction hose to fitting (2). Discharge fitting (3) should be plugged with the plug provided. Position valves (4), (4) and (6) as shown in the illustration. Put road water spray switch (7) in the BYPASS position.Removal
Remove the cover on the right side of the machine to clean the ballast compartment. The 2 inch NPT plug on the front right corner of the ballast tank floor may also be removed to drain the liquid ballast.