User manual CATERPILLAR 242B SERIES 3 BROCHURE

[. . . ] More Work Tools Caterpillar's broad range of performance matched work tools make the Cat Skid Steer Loader the most versatile machine on the job site. Contents Operator Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Hydraulics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Power Train . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Lift Linkages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Work Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Serviceability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Standard Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Optional Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 2 The Cat B-Series 3 Skid Steer Loader, with its many work tool options, delivers outstanding performance to help you get more done and increase your bottom line. Spacious, ergonomic operator station and easy-to-use pilot operated joystick controls keep you comfortable throughout the work day. [. . . ] The hydraulic system also features: · · Standard auxiliary hydraulics to power work tools that are available through quick connect hydraulic couplings rigidly mounted to the loader arm. Cat ToughGuard XTTM hoses for increased reliability and durability. High Flow Hydraulics High flow hydraulic system is available on the 226B Series 3 for greater machine versatility. High Efficiency Cooling System Cooling capacity is maximized through the use of a side-by-side cooling package and hydraulically driven cooling fan. · · · High-efficiency, hydraulic oil cooler lets the machine work longer and harder in higher ambient temperatures, even with continuous work tool usage. Efficient, hydraulically driven cooling fan provides cooling even when the machine is under load. Optional variable speed demand fan provides improved fuel efficiency, increased machine performance, reduced sound levels and improved cold weather performance. 4 Power Train Cat Engine Aggressive performance with fuel efficiency. The high performance power train provides high engine horsepower and torque. The B-Series 3 machines feature rugged, reliable Cat engines that meet U. S. EPA Tier 4 Interim and EU Stage IIIA emissions requirements. Hand and Foot Throttles Hand and foot throttles allow the operator to match engine speed to the task. The hand throttle is ideal for jobs requiring constant engine speed such as cold planing, trenching or snow blowing. The foot throttle lets the operator vary engine speed and minimize fuel consumption for other tasks such as load and carry, truck loading, grading and dozing. Anti-Stall Feature The anti-stall system maximizes machine power at all times by matching the engine torque with the operational requirements of the hystat and implement systems. This load sensing feature prevents the engine from stalling even during part throttle operation, keeping productivity high and fuel consumption low. Lift Linkages Built for tough jobs. Choice of Lift Designs Two types of lifting arrangements are available ­ vertical lift (path #1 above) and radial lift (path #2) ­ to meet your specific application needs. Two Speed Option Two speed is available as an option on the 236B Series 3, 242B Series 3 and 252B Series 3 Skid Steer Loader to increase cycle times and get the job done faster. Vertical Lift The 242B Series 3 and 252B Series 3 feature the vertical lift design which provides extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading and material placement. The lift height is 3086 mm (121 in) on the 242B Series 3 and 3210 mm (126 in) on the 252B Series 3. Radial Lift The 216B Series 3, 226B Series 3 and 236B Series 3, with their radial lift design, deliver excellent digging performance with superior mid-lift reach. 5 Work Tools Do more jobs with one machine with Cat Work Tools. The Right Tool for the Job Get the most out of your machine with the comprehensive line of Cat Work Tools. Designed and built for optimum performance and durability, these tools deliver high productivity in a variety of applications to maximize the versatility and flexibility of the Cat Skid Steer Loader: · · · · Augers Backhoes Blades (angle, dozer) Buckets (general purpose, high capacity, dirt, utility, light material, multi purpose, industrial grapple, utility grapple) Brooms (angle, pickup, utility) Brushcutters Cold Planers Forks (pallet, industrial grapple, utility grapple, utility) Hydraulic Hammers Landscape Tillers Landscape Rakes Material Handling Arm Power Box Rakes Shear Snow Blowers Stump Grinders Trenchers Vibratory Compactors Wheel Saws · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Quick Couplers Work tools can be changed quickly and easily with the machine's quick coupler system. [. . . ] All rights reserved Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice. Featured machines in photos may include additional equipment. [. . . ]