STRIP 9V9578 - Caterpillar

soon as the engine starts, observe all gauges and indicators. All gauges should indicate in the proper range. Indicators should be on or off according to the function of the indicator.Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Gauges".Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Indicators".The Caterpillar Monitoring System must not be giving any warnings. The Caterpillar Monitoring System must have completed the self-diagnostic routine successfully before the engine is started.When the engine is cold, operate the engine at low idle for at least five minutes. Observe the following recommendations.
If the temperature is greater than 0°C (32°F), warm up the engine for approximately 5 minutes.
If the temperature is less than 0°C (32°F), warm up the engine for approximately 10 minutes.
If the temperature is less than −18°C (0°F), warm up the engine for approximately 15 minutes.Do not drive the machine until the steering oil is warm enough to give a normal steering response. The steering wheel will be difficult to turn if the steering oil has not been warmed up enough.Ensure that the dump body is lowered onto the frame. Run the engine at low idle and move the hoist control to the LOWER position.Immediately after the warm up period, turn the steering wheel in order to fully articulate the machine. Turn the steering wheel several times in both directions.