953C Track-Type Loader Operator Controls Caterpillar

The Switch for the Electronic Monitoring System - This switch allows the operator to view different parameters on the LCD panel.

OFF - Inserting the engine start switch key and removing the key must only be done from the OFF position. In the OFF position, there is no power to most electrical circuits in the cab. The cab lights, the panel lights, the tail lights, and the dome light are operational even when the start switch is in the OFF position.

ON - Turn the start switch key clockwise to ON in order to activate all cab circuits.

START - The switch for the parking brake must be in the PARK position. Turn the start switch key clockwise to START in order to crank the engine. Release the key after the engine starts. The key will return to the ON position.

Brake Pedal Applied - The brake pedal provides speed control while the brake pedal is applied. As the pedal is depressed, the machine speed is reduced from the set speed that is provided by the transmission control lever. The speed reduction is proportional to the amount of depression at the pedal. If the pedal is completely depressed, the machine is decelerated to zero speed and the switch for the parking brake is applied.

Brake Pedal Released - When the pedal is released, the machine returns to the preselected speed and to the preselected direction.

FLOAT - Push the single lever control forward into the detent. The bucket will lower to the ground. The bucket will move along the contour of the ground.

RAISE (18) - Pull the single lever control backward in order to raise the bucket. Release the single lever control in order to stop lifting the bucket. The single lever control will return to the HOLD position when the single lever control is released.

LOWER (20) - Push the single lever control forward in order to lower the bucket. The single lever control will return to the HOLD position when the single lever control is released.

TILT BACK (19) - Move the single lever control toward the left in order to tilt the bucket backward. Push the single lever control to the detent position. The bucket will rotate backward until the bucket reaches the bucket kickout position. The control will then return to the HOLD position.

DUMP (21) - Move the single lever control toward the right in order to dump a load from the bucket.

HOLD - The single lever control will return to the HOLD position when the single lever control is released from the RAISE position or from the LOWER position . The bucket will remain in the selected position.

FLOAT - Push the left control lever forward into the detent. The bucket will lower to the ground. The bucket will move along the contour of the ground.

RAISE (22) - Pull the left control lever backward in order to raise the bucket. Release the left control lever in order to stop lifting the bucket. The left control lever will return to the HOLD position when the left control lever is released.

LOWER (23) - Push the left control lever forward in order to lower the bucket. The left control lever will return to the HOLD position when the left control lever is released.

TILT BACK (24) - Push the center control lever forward in order to tilt the bucket backward. Push the control to the detent position. The bucket will continue to rotate backward until the bucket reaches the bucket kickout position. The control will then return to the HOLD position.

DUMP (25) - Pull the center control lever backward in order to dump a load from the bucket.

HOLD - The left control lever will return to the HOLD position when the left control lever is released from the RAISE position or from the LOWER position. The center control lever will return to the HOLD position when the center control lever is released from the DUMP position or from the TILT BACK position. The bucket will remain in the selected position.

CLOSE (26) - Push the multipurpose bucket control forward in order to close the attachment. Release the multipurpose bucket control. The multipurpose bucket control will return to the HOLD position.

HOLD (27) - The multipurpose bucket control will return to the HOLD position, when the multipurpose bucket control is released from another setting. The attachment will remain in the current position.

OPEN (28) - Pull the multipurpose bucket control rearward in order to open the attachment. Release the multipurpose bucket control. The multipurpose bucket control will return to the HOLD position.

Multipurpose Bucket - When the lever is downward, the front attachment circuit is activated.

Ripper - In order to activate the rear attachment circuit, pull up and turn the lever to the right. This will lock the lever into position.

RAISE (31) - Pull the lever backward in order to raise the ripper. The lever returns to HOLD when the lever is released.

HOLD (30) - The lever returns to HOLD when the lever is released. Ripper movement stops.

LOWER (29) - Push the lever forward in order to lower the ripper. The lever returns to HOLD when the lever is released.

OFF (32) - Move the switch to the vertical position in order to stop the blower fan.

The Fan Speed Switch for the Heating and for the Air Conditioning (33) - The fan speed switch controls the three-speed blower fan motor.

Air Conditioning System

HIGH (34) - Move the switch to this symbol for a higher fan speed.

MEDIUM (35) - Move the switch to this symbol for a medium fan speed.

LOW (36) - Move the switch to this symbol for the lowest fan speed. This also activates the air conditioner.

Interior Heating

HIGH (37) - Move the switch to this symbol for a higher fan speed.

MEDIUM (38) - Move the switch to this symbol for a medium fan speed.

LOW (39) - Move the switch to this symbol for the lowest fan speed.

Temperature Variable Control (40) - Turn the control knob anywhere between the OFF position (left) and the MAXIMUM position (right). This will control the amount of heating and cooling. The MAXIMUM position is for maximum heating. When the cab is air conditioning the control knob is normally in the OFF position .

Horn - Push the knob downward in order to sound the horn. The horn is sounded to alert personnel around the machine. The horn is also used to signal to other personnel.

Engine Speed Switch - The engine speed switch is the left hand switch on the left hand control console. The engine speed switch controls the engine speed.

High Idle - To increase engine speed to HIGH IDLE, push the top of the engine speed switch one time and release the switch.

Low Idle - To decrease engine speed to LOW IDLE, push the bottom of the engine speed switch one time and release the switch.

Mode 1 - Press the bottom of the switch in order to operate the machine in working conditions. The MODE 1 allows more power for the tracks. Refer to the chart below for mode selection for different applications.When the machine is on a slope of 15 degrees or more the machine must be operated in MODE 1.

Mode 2 - Press the top of the switch in order to be able to travel at maximum machine speed. The MODE 2 is used for maximum machine speed over long distances. MODE 2 provides more power to the implements. Operating in this mode allows the implements to be faster.

Parking Brake - Press the top of the switch in order to engage the parking brake. A light on the monitoring system will illuminate in order to show that the parking brake has been activated.

Parking Brake Release - Press the bottom of the switch in order to release the parking brake.

Transmission Control Lever for Selection of Direction and Speed - The direction and speed of the machine are controlled by the transmission control lever. Slot (1) is for FORWARD. Slot (2) is for REVERSE. Position (3) is NEUTRAL. Position (4) is PARK. Machine speed increases in FORWARD or REVERSE as the transmission control lever is pulled rearward.

Windshield Wiper and Windshield Washer - The right hand knob operates the front windshield wiper. The front windshield wiper is intermittent. The left hand knob operates the rear windshield wiper. Turn the knob clockwise in order to turn on the windshield wiper. The first position activates the wipers. The second position turns the wipers OFF. Push the knob in order to activate the windshield washer. Spring force returns the knob when you release the knob.

Gauge Lights in the Instrument Panel, Backlit Rocker Switches, Taillights, and Running Lights - Depress the top of the light switch to the first position in order to turn on the gauge lights in the instrument panel and the backlit rocker switches. Move the switch to the second position in order to activate the gauge lights, switch lights, front working lights, and the rear working lights.

Backup Alarm - The alarm sounds when the transmission control lever is in the REVERSE position. The alarm alerts the people behind the machine that the machine is backing up.