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Service Intervals
Vibratory/Driver Extractor
Drain and refill vibrator gear case with new lubricant.
Every 100 Hours
Power Unit Annual Maintenance
At least once a year, have the hydraulic oil tested by a local hydraulic service center or oil company and replace
if required.
Severe Conditions
The service intervals and daily maintenance specified prior to this section are based on normal operating condi-
tions. Operation under severe or unusual conditions will require some adjustments in service intervals.
Example: 100 hours changes to 50 hours, 500 hours changes to 250 hours, annual changes to 6 months.
Extreme Temperature
Above 80° F (27° C) or below -10° F (-23° C), reduce service intervals to half of those specified.
Air Conditions
Operating in dust or sand, reduce service intervals to half of those specified.
Operating in salt or high moisture, have hydraulic oil tested quarterly and use normal service intervals.
Extended Work Hours
Operating in excess of twelve hours per day, reduce service intervals to half of those specified.
Extended Inactive Periods
Consult Caterpillar Operation and Maintenance Manual. Also see Storage Procedure for Caterpillar Products
(CAT Publication Number - SEHS9031-04).
Consult ICE for Vibrator.
Vibration loosens bolts, nuts and screws. Loose or broken bolts or screws may cause com-
ponents to loosen and fall from the vibrator or clamp resulting in injury or death. Check
carefully. Recheck clamp or caisson beam bolt torque.
!WARNING – Safety!
!WARNING – Equipment!
Low or contaminated oil in the gear case can result in damage to gears and bearings.
Too much oil in the gear case can result in over-heating and damage to gears and
bearings.
Every 500 Hours
Vibratory/Driver Extractor, Engine
An oil testing program is encouraged for the vibrator. Follow Caterpillar’s recommendations for engine testing.
