User manual CATERPILLAR 279C SERIES 2 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 to keep you productive throughout the work day. Superior Comfort 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 help reduce fatigue. Sealed and Pressurized Cab Operators spend long hours in the machine. [. . . ] 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 2 CTL offers ground pressures ranging from 29. 5 kPa (4. 3 psi) to 30. 9 kPa (4. 5 psi). 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 Aggressive performance with fuel efficiency. Cat Engine The high performance power train provides high engine horsepower and torque. The machines feature the Cat C3. 4 DIT engine – a rugged, reliable engine that meets U. S. EPA Tier 4 Interim/EU Stage IIIA emission requirements. 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. [. . . ] 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 halogen 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 Diesel Engine (meets U. S. EPA Tier 4 Interim/EU Stage IIIA emission standards) 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 ToughGuard™ 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 Series 2 and 289C Series 2 Optional Equipment Optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details. Counterweight Beacon, Rotating Engine Block Heater – 120V Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation Paint, Custom AM/FM/Weather Band Radio with CD Player and Auxiliary Input Jack Triple Flange Idler with 400 mm (15. 7 in) Track 11 279C Series 2 and 289C Series 2 Compact Track Loaders For more complete information on Cat products, dealer services, and industry solutions, visit us on the web at www. cat. com © 2012 Caterpillar Inc. [. . . ]