983 TRAXCAVATOR Every 10 Service Hours Caterpillar

(1)Diesel Engine Crankcase-Check Oil Level

1. Traxcavator must be level, brake lock applied, engine at low idle and oil hot.

2. Maintain oil level at FULL mark on gauge.

(2)Transmission, Bevel Gear And Steering Clutch Compartment-Check Oil Level

1. Traxcavator must be level, brake lock applied, engine at low idle and transmission in NEUTRAL.

2. Maintain oil level at FULL mark on gauge.

(3)Hydraulic Control System-Check Oil Level

1. Traxcavator must be level, bucket flat on ground, oil cold and engine stopped.

2. Maintain oil level at or above ADD mark in sight gauge.

(4)Radiator

1. Remove cap slowly to relieve pressure.

2. Maintain coolant level at bottom of fill pipe.

(5)Bucket Control Linkage And Hydraulic Cylinder Pivot Points

Lubricate 26 fittings

(6)Precleaner

1. Remove precleaner rain cover and inspect tube openings.

2. If precleaner needs cleaning, remove and wash in warm water or brush or blow dirt from housing and tubes.

3. Install precleaner and rain cover.