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Configuration: 12H Motor Grader CBK00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C-9 Engine

Operation and Maintenance Manual

12H Motor Grader
Media Number -SEBU7469-04 Publication Date -01/02/2007 Date Updated -22/02/2019

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Foreword
California Proposition 65 Warning
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.

WARNING - This product can expose

you to chemicals including ethylene
glycol, which is known to the State of
California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm. For more information
go to:

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Do not ingest this chemical. Wash hands after handling to avoid incidental ingestion.

WARNING - This product can expose

you to chemicals including lead and lead
compounds, which are known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm. For more
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Wash hands after handling components that may contain lead.

Literature Information
This manual should be stored in the operator's compartment in the literature holder or seat back
literature storage area.

This manual contains safety information, operation instructions, transportation information,

lubrication information, and maintenance information.

Some photographs or illustrations in this publication show details or attachments that can be different
from your machine. Guards and covers might have been removed for illustrative purposes.

Continuing improvement and advancement of product design might have caused changes to your
machine which are not included in this publication. Read, study, and keep this manual with the
machine.

Whenever a question arises regarding your machine, or this publication, please consult your Cat
dealer for the latest available information.

Safety
The safety section lists basic safety precautions. In addition, this section identifies the text and
locations of warning signs and labels used on the machine.

Read and understand the basic precautions listed in the safety section before operating or performing
lubrication, maintenance, and repair on this machine.

Operation
The operation section is a reference for the new operator and a refresher for the experienced operator.
This section includes a discussion of gauges, switches, machine controls, attachment controls,
transportation, and towing information.

Photographs and illustrations guide the operator through correct procedures of checking, starting,
operating, and stopping the machine.

Operating techniques outlined in this publication are basic. Skill and techniques develop as the
operator gains knowledge of the machine and its capabilities.

Maintenance
The maintenance section is a guide to equipment care. The Maintenance Interval Schedule (MIS) lists
the items to be maintained at a specific service interval. Items without specific intervals are listed
under the "When Required" service interval. The Maintenance Interval Schedule lists the page
number for the step-by-step instructions required to accomplish the scheduled maintenance. Use the
Maintenance Interval Schedule as an index or "one safe source" for all maintenance procedures.

Maintenance Intervals
Use the service hour meter to determine servicing intervals. Calendar intervals shown (daily, weekly,
monthly, etc.) can be used instead of service hour meter intervals if the calendar intervals provide
more convenient servicing schedules and approximate the indicated service hour meter reading.
Perform the recommended service at the interval that occurs first.

Under severe, dusty, or wet operating conditions, more frequent lubrication than is specified in the
maintenance intervals chart might be necessary.

Perform service on items at multiples of the original requirement. For example, at every 500 service
hours or 3 months, also service those items listed under every 250 service hours or monthly and every
10 service hours or daily.

Certified Engine Maintenance

Proper maintenance and repair are essential to keep the engine and machine systems operating
correctly. As the heavy-duty off-road diesel engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of
the required maintenance listed in the Owner Manual, Operation and Maintenance Manual, and
Service Manual.

It is prohibited for any person engaged in the business of repairing, servicing, selling, leasing, or
trading engines or machines to remove, alter, or to render inoperative, any emission-related device or
element of design installed on or in an engine or machine that is in compliance with all applicable
regulations of the intended country to which it has been shipped. Certain elements of the machine and
engine such as the exhaust system, fuel system, electrical system, intake air system, and cooling
system may be emission-related and should not be altered unless approved by Caterpillar.

Machine Capacity
Additional attachments or modifications may exceed machine design capacity which can adversely
affect performance characteristics. Included would be stability and system certifications such as
brakes, steering, and rollover protective structures (ROPS). Contact your Cat dealer for further
information.

Product Identification Number

Effective First Quarter 2001 the Product Identification Number (PIN) has changed from 8 to 17
characters. To provide uniform equipment identification, construction equipment manufacturers are
moving to comply with the latest version of the product identification numbering standard. Non-road
machine PINs are defined by ISO 10261. The new PIN format will apply to all machines and
generator sets. The PIN plates and frame marking will display the 17 character PIN. The new format
will look like the following:
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Where:

1. World Manufacturing Code (characters 1-3)

2. Machine Descriptor (characters 4-8)

3. Check Character (character 9)

4. Machine Indicator Section (MIS) or Product Sequence Number (characters 10-17). These were
previously referred to as the Serial Number.

Machines and generator sets produced before First Quarter 2001 will maintain their 8 character PIN
format.

Components such as engines, transmissions, axles, and work tools will continue to use an 8 character
Serial Number (S/N).

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Access Doors and Covers

SMCS - 7251; 7263; 7273

Illustration 1 g00803853
Right Side View

Opening access door (1) will allow access to the following items:

• The batteries

• The circuit breakers

• The condenser
Opening access door (2) will allow access to the following items :

• The coolant sampling valve

• The engine drive belt

Illustration 2 g00803856
Left Side View

Opening access door (3) will allow access to the following items:

• The engine oil filter

• The primary fuel filter

• The fuel and water separator

• The secondary fuel filter

• The engine air filters

• The engine oil filler

• The transmission oil filler tube

• The engine air filter service indicator

• The transmission dipstick

• The engine crankcase breather

 • The fuel priming pump (if equipped)

• The refrigerant compressor

• The sampling port for the engine oil

Opening access door (4) will allow access to the following items:

• The air dryer

• The transmission and differential oil filter

• The battery disconnect switch

• The drain valves for the air tanks

• The fuel filler

• The sampling port for the transmission and differential oil

• The ether cylinder (if equipped)

• The condenser

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Air Dryer - Check

SMCS - 4285-535

The air lines to and from the air dryer must be at atmospheric pressure.
If the air lines are not at atmospheric pressure, personal injury could
result. Release the air pressure from the air system completely before
performing maintenance.

Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Access Doors and Covers" for the location of the
service points.

The air dryer is positioned on the left side at the rear of the machine.

1. Open the access door in order to service the air dryer.

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2. Turn drain valve (1) to the 3:00 position in order to drain one air tank. Turn drain valve (1) to
the 9:00 position in order to drain the other air tank. The air tanks are positioned in the service
center at the rear of the machine.

3. Check for moisture in the air tanks. Close the drain valve for the air tanks.

4. If moisture is present in the air tanks, replace the desiccant cartridge for air dryer (2). Consult
your Caterpillar dealer for information about replacing the desiccant cartridge.

5. Close the access door.

Note: Small amounts of moisture may be in the system due to condensation in the system. Moisture
may also be in the system if an air dryer is installed on a machine that has been operating without an
air dryer. Several weeks may be required in order to completely dry the system.

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Air Dryer Desiccant - Replace

SMCS - 4285-510

The air lines to and from the air dryer must be at atmospheric pressure.
If the air lines are not at atmospheric pressure, personal injury could
result. Release the air pressure from the air system completely before
performing maintenance.

Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Access Doors and Covers" for the location of the
service points.
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Air dryer (1) is positioned on the left side at the rear of the machine.

1. Open the access door in order to service the air dryer.

2. Replace the air dryer desiccant cartridge when the water can not be absorbed. Consult your
Caterpillar dealer for service or for replacement parts.

3. Close the access door.

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Air Tank Moisture and Sediment - Drain

SMCS - 4272-543-M&S; 5505-543

Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Access Doors and Covers" for the location of the
access doors.

1. Open the access door in order to service the drain valve for moisture and sediment.
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2. The air tanks are located in the rear compartment of the machine behind the left side of the
engine. Turn drain valve (1) to the 3:00 position in order to drain one air tank. Turn drain valve
(1) to the 9:00 position in order to drain the other air tank. Close the drain valve.

3. Close the access door.

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Articulation Bearings - Lubricate

SMCS - 7057-086-BD

Wipe all the fittings before you apply lubricant through the fittings. The fittings for the articulation
bearings are located under the cab on the left side of the machine.

Illustration 1 g00811301

The upper articulation bearing has one fitting (1). In order to lubricate the upper articulation bearing,
use 183-3424 Grease Cartridge to apply lubricant through fitting (1).

The lower articulation bearing has one fitting (2). In order to lubricate the lower articulation bearing,
use 183-3424 Grease Cartridge to apply lubricant through fitting (2).
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Axle Oscillation Bearings - Lubricate

SMCS - 3268; 4313

The lubrication fitting is located in the middle of the front axle. Wipe the fitting before you apply
lubricant to the fitting.

Illustration 1 g00811688

In order to lubricate the axle oscillation bearings, use 183-3424 Grease Cartridge to apply lubricant to
the one fitting.

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Backup Alarm - Test

SMCS - 7406-081

Turn the engine start switch to the ON position in order to perform the test.

Apply the service brake. Move the transmission control (lever) to the REVERSE position.

The backup alarm should sound immediately. The backup alarm should continue to sound until the
transmission control (lever) is moved to the NEUTRAL position or to any FORWARD position.

The backup alarm is located at the rear of the machine.

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Battery - Recycle
SMCS - 1401-561

Always recycle a battery. Never discard a battery.

Always return used batteries to one of the following locations:

• A battery supplier

• An authorized battery collection facility

• Recycling facility

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Battery or Battery Cable - Inspect/Replace

SMCS - 1401-510; 1402-510

1. Turn the engine start switch key to the OFF position. Turn all the switches to the OFF position.

2. Turn the key for the battery disconnect switch to the OFF position. Remove the key.

3. Disconnect the negative battery cable at the battery disconnect switch. The battery disconnect
switch is connected to the machine frame.

Note: Do not allow the disconnected battery cable to contact the battery disconnect switch or
the machine.

4. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery.

5. Disconnect the positive battery cable from the battery.

6. Inspect the battery terminals for corrosion. Inspect the battery cables for wear or damage.

7. If necessary, make repairs. If necessary, replace the battery cable or the battery.

8. Connect the positive battery cable at the battery.

9. Connect the negative battery cable at the battery.

10. Connect the battery cable at the battery disconnect switch.

11. Install the key for the battery disconnect switch. Turn the battery disconnect switch to the ON
position.

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Belt - Inspect
SMCS - 1357-040; 1397-040

Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Access Doors and Covers" for the location of the
service points.

Note: If a new belt is installed, check the film on belt tightener (2) after 30 minutes of operation. A
belt is considered to be used after 30 minutes of operation.

1. Stop the engine in order to inspect the belt.

2. Open the access door in order to service the belt.

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3. Inspect the condition of belt (1).

4. Make sure that the free arm stop on the arm of the belt tightener is aligned with the heavy black
line on the decal that is on belt tightener (2). If the free arm stop is in the red area, replace the
belt.

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