User manual CATERPILLAR 279C BROCHURE

[. . . ] Adjustable seat mounted controls and an available air ride seat keep you comfortable throughout the work day. Low ground pressures, increased rated operating capacities, higher horsepower and excellent drawbar performance help you get more done and increase your bottom line. 2 Operator Station Superior Comfort Superior comfort to keep you productive throughout the work day. Comfort and ease of operation have been designed into every aspect of the operator station. The wide, spacious interior and uncluttered floor provide a comfortable work environment with excellent head, shoulder and leg room to keep productivity high and fatigue low. Sealed and Pressurized Cab Operators spend long hours in the machine. The new optional sealed and pressurized cab keeps dust out and clean air in for greater operator comfort. [. . . ] Cat cooling systems are sized to allow the operator to continuously power high flow work tools in conditions that cause competitive machines to overheat. Selectable Implement Control The Selectable Implement Control option with three levels of control gives the operator the ability to adjust the responsiveness and speed of the lift and tilt functions for more precise implement control. Standard Two Speed Two speed, offered as standard equipment, increases top speed up to 13. 6 km/h (8. 5 mph) allowing you to finish jobs faster. Steel Embedded Rubber Track Undercarriage Caterpillar introduces the industry's first fully suspended undercarriage for a Compact Track Loader. The heavy-duty torsion axles suspend the CTL undercarriage and can move independently relative to the machine and each other. These axles absorb most of the shock to the undercarriage, machine and operator, especially over rough terrain. This means smooth travel, even at high speeds, as well as better load retention and greater productivity. The tread design ensures a smooth ride and a great combination of traction and flotation. The C-Series CTL offers ground pressures ranging from 27. 2 kPa (4. 0 psi) to 29. 6 kPa (4. 3 psi). Industry-first suspended undercarriage for versatility, durability, comfort. The CTL undercarriage system features highly durable and easily maintained components. Steel imbeds provide a rigid support for the entire width of the track and provide excellent durability in a wide variety of applications. Continuously wound cables hold these imbeds in place and provide tensile strength, ensuring the track does not stretch. Following the same philosophy as Cat Track-Type Tractors, the elevated external positive drive system keeps drive components away from ground debris. Planetary final drive motors improve torque and drawbar performance, delivering more power to the ground. Steel rollers with metal face seals provide maximum protection for wheel bearings resulting in long-term durability and reliability in even the toughest conditions. The simple recoil grease tensioning system allows quick track tension adjustment. 4 Power Train Cat Engine Aggressive performance with fuel efficiency. The high performance power train provides high engine horsepower and torque. The C-Series features the Cat C3. 4 DIT engine ­ a rugged, reliable engine that meets U. S. The 299C is equipped with an Air-to-Air After Cooler (ATAAC) for better fuel efficiency and lower emissions as well as increased horsepower and torque. Hand and Foot Throttles Hand and foot throttles allow the operator to match engine speed to the task. The hand throttle is ideal for jobs requiring constant engine speed such as cold planing, trenching or snow blowing. The foot throttle lets the operator vary engine speed and minimize fuel consumption for other tasks such as load and carry, truck loading, grading and dozing. Electronic Torque Management The Electronic Torque Management system maximizes power to the ground and prevents the engine from stalling in tough digging and dozing applications for maximum productivity. The system allows part throttle operation which provides smoother machine operation and reduces fuel consumption. Lift Linkages Choice of Lift Designs Built for tough working conditions. Two types of lifting arrangements are available on the C-Series Compact Track Loaders ­ vertical lift (path #1 above) and radial lift (path #2) ­ to meet your specific application needs. Selectable Work Speed Control The optional Selectable Work Speed Control lets you select the ground speed that is best suited for the application. This feature is useful in operations such as trenching and cold planing that require precise machine control at relatively slow and constant speeds. Selectable Hystat Response Control The optional Selectable Hystat Response Control lets the operator select one of three modes to match the machine's drive response to the operator's preference, skill level and application requirements. Vertical Lift The 289C and 299C feature the vertical lift design which provides extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading and material placement. The lift height is 3239 mm (127 in) on the 289C and 3286 mm (129 in) on the 299C. Radial Lift The 279C, with its radial lift design, delivers excellent digging performance and superior mid-lift reach. 5 Work Tools The Right Tool for the Job Do more jobs with one machine using Cat Work Tools. Designed and built for optimum performance and durability, Cat Work Tools deliver high productivity in a variety of applications to maximize versatility: · Augers · Backhoes · Blades (angle, dozer) · Buckets (general purpose, high capacity, dirt, utility, light material, multi purpose, industrial grapple, utility grapple) · Brooms (angle, pickup, utility) · Brushcutters · Cold Planers · Forks (pallet, industrial grapple, utility grapple, utility) · Hydraulic Hammers · Landscape Tillers · Landscape Rakes · Material Handling Arm · Mulcher · Power Box Rakes · Shear · Snow Blowers · Stump Grinders · Trenchers · Vibratory Compactors · Wheel Saws Quick Couplers Work tools can be changed quickly and easily with the Cat Compact Track Loader's quick coupler system. The standard quick coupler features manual engagement and disengagement of work tools using two high leverage handles. [. . . ] Lift and Dump Ground Clearance Departure Angle Maximum Dump Angle Vehicle Width Turning Radius from Center ­ Machine Rear Turning Radius from Center ­ Coupler Turning Radius from Center ­ Bucket Max. Lift 1767 mm 2270 mm 2960 mm 3679 mm 2117 mm 4081 mm 3239 mm 195 mm 781 mm 2456 mm 231 mm 44° 50° 1981 mm 1640 mm 1471 mm 2314 mm 1282 mm 85° 371 mm 14. 6 in 374 mm 78. 0 in 64. 6 in 57. 9 in 91. 1 in 50. 5 in 1981 mm 1775 mm 1471 mm 2314 mm 1269 mm 83° 14. 7 in 69. 6 in 89. 4 in 116. 5 in 144. 8 in 83. 3 in 160. 7 in 127. 5 in 7. 7 in 30. 7 in 96. 7 in 9. 1 in 1767 mm 2270 mm 3101 mm 3820 mm 2117 mm 4121 mm 3286 mm 195 mm 763 mm 2493 mm 231 mm 38° 51° 78. 0 in 69. 9 in 57. 9 in 91. 1 in 49. 9 in 299C 69. 6 in 89. 4 in 122. 1 in 150. 4 in 83. 3 in 162. 3 in 129. 4 in 7. 7 in 30. 0 in 98. 1 in 9. 1 in 10 279C, 289C, 299C Standard Equipment Standard equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details. ELECTRICAL 12 volt Electrical System 90 ampere Alternator Automatic Glow Plug Activation Ignition Key Start/Stop Switch Lights: Gauge backlighting, two rear tail lights, two rear working lights, two adjustable front halogen lights, dome light. Backup Alarm Heavy Duty Battery, 880 CCA OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT Gauges: Fuel level, hour meter Operator Warning System Indicators: Air filter restriction, alternator output, armrest raised/operator out of seat, engine coolant temperature, engine oil pressure, glow plug activation, hydraulic filter restriction, hydraulic oil temperature, parking brake engaged Vinyl seat, mechanical suspension Fold-in Ergonomic Contoured Armrest Control Interlock System, when operator leaves seat or armrest raised: Hydraulic system disables, hydrostatic transmission disables, parking brake engages ROPS Cab, Open, Tilt Up FOPS, Level I Top and Rear Windows Headliner, Deluxe Floor Mat Interior Rear View Mirror 12 volt Electric Socket Horn POWER TRAIN Cat C3. 4 DIT Tier 3 Compliant Diesel Engine Air Cleaner, Dual Element, Radial Seal S·O·SSM Sampling Valve, Hydraulic Oil Filters, Spin-on, Hydraulic Filters, Bayonet-type, Fuel and Water Separator Tilt Up Radiator/Hydraulic Oil Cooler Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released, Wet Multi Disc Parking Brake Hydrostatic Transmission, 2 Speed OTHER Suspension, Torsion Axles Engine Enclosure, Lockable Extended Life Antifreeze, ­37° C (­34° F) Machine Tie Down Points (4) Support, Lift Arm Hydraulic Oil Level Sight Gauge Radiator Coolant Level Sight Gauge Radiator, Expansion Bottle Cat ToughGuardTM Hose Auxiliary, Hydraulics, Continuous Flow Heavy Duty, Flat Faced Quick Disconnects Split D-Ring to Route Work Tool Hoses Along Side of Left Lift Arm Electrical Outlet, Beacon Belly Pan Cleanout Variable Speed Demand Fan MANDATORY EQUIPMENT Hydraulics, Standard or High Flow XPS Quick Coupler, Mechanical or Hydraulic Seat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in) Comfort Package (must select one of the following): · Open ROPS (C1): Radio Ready, Suspension Seat (no heater or door) · Enclosed ROPS with Heat (C2): Cup Holder, Radio Ready, Seat (choice of Suspension or Air Ride), Heater and Defroster, Side Windows, Door (either Glass or Polycarbonate) · Enclosed ROPS with A/C (C3): Features of C2 Package plus Air Conditioner Performance Package (must select one of the following): · TL1: Two Speed · TL2: Two Speed, Self Level · TL3: Two Speed, Self Level, Advanced Machine Information and Control System (AMICS) 279C, 289C, 299C Optional Equipment Optional equipment may vary. 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