Caterpillar Telehandler TH360B

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

1. Park the machine on level ground. Fully retract the boom and fully lower the boom. Move the transmission control to the NEUTRAL position and engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine.

3. Inspect the condition of belt (1).

4. Replace the belt if any of the following conditions exist:

Longitudinal Stability Indicator-Test

Turn the ignition to the OFF position. Wait for 30 seconds.

Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank the engine.

Note: The machine will perform the self test. Refer to 'Engine Start Switch' topic in Operation and Maintenance Manual, 'Operator Controls' for more information.

After the self tests are completed, the machine will test the longitudinal stability indicator system.

Note: This test is performed automatically. The test will be conducted when the ignition is switched from the OFF position to the ON position.

Note: If the machine continues to fail system tests of the longitudinal stability indicator, the machine must not be operated. Call your Caterpillar dealer for recalibration of the longitudinal stability indicator system.

Cooling System Coolant Level - Check

Fuel System Water Separator - Drain

Fuel Tank Water and Sediment - Drain

NOTICE: Always use a designated pump for oil sampling, and use a separate designated pump for coolant sampling. Using the same pump for both types of samples may contaminate the samples that are being drawn. This contaminate may cause a false analysis and an incorrect interpretation that could lead to concerns by both dealers and customers.

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

Obtain the sample of the coolant as close as possible to the recommended sampling interval. Supplies for collecting samples can be obtained from your Caterpillar dealer.

Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, 'Cooling System Coolant Sample (Level 1) - Obtain' for the guidelines for proper sampling of the coolant.

Submit the sample for Level 2 analysis.

For additional information about coolant analysis, see the appropriate Service Manual or consult your Caterpillar dealer.

Upload a photo of the coolant sample

Sign off on the coolant sample collection

Only qualified service personnel should perform this maintenance. Refer to the Service Manual or your Caterpillar Dealer for the complete engine valve lash adjustment procedure.

WARNING: Be sure the engine cannot be started while this maintenance is being performed. To prevent possible injury, do not use the starting motor to turn the flywheel.

Hot engine components can cause burns. Allow additional time for the engine to cool before measuring/adjusting engine valve lash clearance.

NOTICE: Operation of Caterpillar Engines with improper engine valve lash adjustments will reduce the engine efficiency. This reduced efficiency could result in excessive fuel usage and/or shortened engine component life.

Measure the engine valve lash with the engine stopped. To obtain an accurate measurement, allow at least 20 minutes for the valves to cool to engine cylinder head and block temperature.

WARNING: Personal injury can result from contact with refrigerant. Contact with refrigerant can cause frost bite. Keep face and hands away to help prevent injury. Protective goggles must always be worn when refrigerant lines are opened, even if the gauges indicate the system is empty of refrigerant. Always use precaution when a fitting is removed. Slowly loosen the fitting. If the system is still under pressure, release it slowly in a well ventilated area.

Personal injury or death can result from inhaling refrigerant through a lit cigarette. Inhaling air conditioner refrigerant gas through a lit cigarette or other smoking method or inhaling fumes released from a flame contacting air conditioner refrigerant gas, can cause bodily harm or death. Do not smoke when servicing air conditioners or wherever refrigerant gas may be present.