User manual CATERPILLAR CM445 BROCHURE

[. . . ] From the first cut to finish grade, the CM445 sets the standard. 3 Operator Station Everyone can get comfortable in this cab. Seat-Mounted Joystick Controls Ergonomically designed, seat-mounted controls isolate vibrations from the operator for optimum comfort and precise control. · New contoured armrest cushion · Bi-directional transmission shifting · Easy to grip handles · New heated control handles (optional) 4 Stable Blade Control New Stable Blade control makes operating the machine easy for both new and experienced operators. · Stable Blade complements operator input for smooth finish grading results · Handle fits to hand to allow for more precise control and reduce operator fatigue · Thumb roller for low effort blade angle control · Blade shake feature for easy removal of material All Day Comfort The spacious, comfortable cab helps keep you relaxed and productive throughout the day. [. . . ] Easy to read gauges keep you informed of system conditions. Larger AccuGradeTM CB460 GPS display is available as an option and is mounted in line with blade corners for easy viewing. Outstanding Visibility Large door windows provide an unobstructed view to the blade corners and cutting edge which is especially important in fine grading, curbing and working against foundations. Large side windows offer a clear view to the sides of the machine. 5 Hydrostatic Transmission Responsive to changing loads. Traction Control Increase your productivity with the new Traction Control feature: · Reduces track slippage · Activated with a button on the transmission control · Reduces undercarriage wear · Improves fuel economy Performance Quick response to varying loads for shorter cycle times and less operator fatigue. Maneuverability · Intuitive control helps you work in tight areas · Power turn feature provides power to both tracks while working in confined areas · Counter-rotation provides quick steering corrections during side loading applications Engine Increased horsepower, improved fuel economy. Cat C4. 4 Engine The C4. 4 engine responds quickly to changing loads. Eco mode throttle setting can deliver up to 25% improved fuel economy. EPA Tier 4 Interim, EU Stage IIIB and Japan MLIT Step 4 emission standards using a passive regeneration solution: · Simple. . . no operator interaction required · Long life diesel particulate filter (no service required for 8, 000 hours) 6 Undercarriage Solutions to lower your costs per hour. Choice of Undercarriage Configurations to Meet Your Application Track frames are available in extra long (XL) or low ground pressure (LGP) configurations: · XL undercarriage for most applications where flotation and side stability are not extreme · LGP undercarriage for soft underfoot conditions where additional flotation is required · 762 mm (30 in) LGP undercarriage available for extremely soft underfoot conditions Track Selections Caterpillar offers a choice of two undercarriages ­ Sealed and Lubricated Track (SALT) and SystemOneTM. Matching the correct undercarriage to the application and soil conditions will deliver the lowest costs per hour. · Sealed and Lubricated Track (SALT) Undercarriage ­ For applications where the track is not bushing limited ­ May require pin and bushing turn · SystemOneTM Undercarriage ­ For applications where track is bushing limited ­ Bushing rotates continuously ­ Does not require bushing turn ­ Designed to maximize the life of all undercarriage components 7 AccuGradeTM Systems Grade with increased accuracy. Improve Your Efficiency with AccuGrade AccuGrade is a fast machine grade control system which enables operators to cut and fill to grade with increased accuracy, minimizing the need for traditional stakes and grade checkers. Caterpillar offers a choice of Laser, GNSS or Universal Total Station solutions: · AccuGrade Laser ­ for two dimensional flat type work · AccuGrade GNSS ­ for three dimensional cut to contour work · Universal Total Station ­ for fine and finish grade applications New Larger Displays Easy to read, large displays let you focus on your work: · CB450 Laser Display ­ Larger 109 mm (4. 3 in) color display · CB 460 GNSS Display ­ Larger 178 mm (7 in) color display ­ USB data port ­ 3. 7 gig internal disk space 8 Blade and Attachments Power pitch blade for maximum productivity. Power Pitch Blade The power pitch blade feature lets the operator adjust the blade pitch to meet various operating conditions without ever leaving the cab. ­ Angle cylinders ­ left, hold, right. ­ Ripper cylinders ­ raise, hold, lower. Final Drive Features: · Double-reduction planetary gear set. · Mounted independently of track frames to isolate them from machine weight and ground-induced shock loads. Speed Steering and Braking Features: · Full powerturn. · Single lever steering, speed and direction control. · Hydrostatic (dynamic) braking through machine drive system using transmission control lever, center brake pedal or decel pedal. 11 CM445 Track-Type Tractor Specifications Undercarriage Number of rollers (each side) Number of shoes (each side) ­ SALT (Sealed and Lubricated Track) Undercarriage Number of shoes (each side) ­ SystemOne Undercarriage Shoe width ­ XL Shoe width ­ LGP Shoe width ­ LGP, 762 mm (30 in) Length of track on ground ­ XL Length of track on ground ­ LGP Length of track on ground ­ LGP, 762 mm (30 in) Track gauge ­ XL Track gauge ­ LGP Track gauge ­ LGP, 762 mm (30 in) Ground contact area ­ XL Ground contact area ­ LGP Ground contact area ­ LGP, 762 mm (30 in) Ground pressure ­ XL Ground pressure ­ LGP Ground pressue ­ LGP, 762 mm (30 in) · · · · · · · · 6 43 Ripper Type Number of shanks Maximum digging depth Maximum reach at ground line Maximum ground clearance under tip Overall width Height Weight Parallelogram 3 337. 5 mm 13. 3 in 766 mm 30. 2 in 448 mm 17. 6 in 1710 mm 67. 3 in 165 mm 6. 5 in 554 kg 1, 222 lb 38 406 mm 635 mm 762 mm 2248 mm 2248 mm 2248 mm 1495 mm 1725 mm 1860 mm 18 254 cm2 28 550 cm2 34 452 cm2 42. 8 kPa 30. 0 kPa 24. 8 kPa 16 in 25 in 30 in 89 in 89 in 89 in 59 in 68 in 73 in 2, 829 in2 4, 425 in2 5, 340 in2 6. 2 psi 4. 2 psi 3. 6 psi Winch Weight Winch drive Control Speed Winch length Overall width Drum diameter Drum width Throat clearance Rope diameter ­ recommended Rope diameter ­ optional Drum capacity ­ recommended cable Drum capacity ­ optional cable Maximum line pull ­ bare drum Maximum line pull ­ full drum Maximum line speed ­ bare drum Maximum line speed ­ full drum · · · · · · 610 kg Hydrostatic Hydraulic Variable 705 mm 741 mm 254 mm 274 mm 171. 5 mm 16 mm 19 mm 113 m 78 m 18 144 kg 11 340 kg 40 m/min 63 m/min 1, 345 lb Hydraulic track adjusters. Full length recoil guarding with sprocket guards and wipers. Sealed and lubricated rollers and idlers. 27. 76 in 29. 2 in 10 in 10. 8 in 6. 75 in 0. 63 in 0. 75 in 371 ft 256 ft 40, 000 lb 25, 000 lb 131 ft/min 207 ft/min Standards Sound levels: ISO 6396:2008 SAE J1166 FEB2008 ROPS 77 dB(A) 78 dB(A) SAE J397-OCT95, SAE J1040-MAY94, ISO 3471-94, ISO 3164-95 SAE J231-JAN81, ISO 3449-92 Infinitely variable line speed and line pull from 0 to maximum. Power in/power out, brake off, free spool (standard equipment). [. . . ] Power in/power out, brake off, free spool (standard equipment). Single lever, low effort hydraulic control. Precise load control and speed modulation. [. . . ]