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Product and Component Identification
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Product and Component Identification
Machine
Machine Identification Plate
Your machine has an identification plate. The PIN (Product Identification Number), weight, engine power, year
of manufacture and serial number of the machine are shown on the identification plate.
The serial number is also permanently stamped into the chassis.
Figure 6.
A
B
A
Identification plate (location)
B
Serial number (stamped)
Typical Product Identification Number
The machine model and build specification are indicated by the PIN. The PIN has 17 digits and must be read
from left to right.
Table 1. Typical PIN
GE0
260
WV
H
02196001
Table 2. Explanation of the PIN
Digit
Description
1 to 3
World manufacturer identification. For example, JCB = UK Build. GE0 = USA Build
4 to 6
Machine type. For example, 260 = 260
7 to 8
Machine model. For example, W = Wheeled T = Tracked V = Vertical Lift R = Radial Lift
9
Generated Check Letter. The random check letter is used to verify the authenticity of a
machine's PIN.
10 to 17
Machine serial number 02196001.
Engine
The engine data label is located on the cylinder block. Refer to Figure 7.
The data label includes the engine identification number.