Get To Know Your Cat® Large Soil Compactor

Now that you’re the owner of a new Cat® large soil compactor, there are a few things you need to know about safe, efficient operation. You already know your machine has a comfortable working environment and provides ease of operation. But to make sure you continue to work productively, here are a few basic maintenance and operation tips to follow.

Estimated read time: 2 minutes

This large soil compactor walk-around video shows you pre-shift check tips, safety tips and basic operator settings to keep your machine productive on the jobsite.

 

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How to Operate Your Cat® Large Soil Compactor

Estimated watch time: 5 minutes


In this video, you’ll learn about:

 

PRE-SHIFT CHECK [00:21]

  • Where to look for leaks, debris and structural damage 

  • Important fluid fill and filter locations

  • Where to find your steering frame lock 

  • The switches located in your service center 

 

SAFETY TIPS [02:34]

  • Proper personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • How to safely enter and exit the cab 

  • Seat belt and parking brake plus alternate exit location

  • Where to find emergency shutoff switches 

 

BASIC OPERATOR SETTINGS [03:19]

  • Adjusting mirrors and seat for operator comfort and safety 

  • What each travel control pedal does

  • What you can find on your consoles 

  • Information on your gauges and information display monitors

 

Remember: Always refer to your Operation and Maintenance Manual for guidance on maintenance, safety, settings, features and more. 

Have any questions about operating your Cat® large soil compactor? Reach out to your Cat dealer, who can make sure you are getting the most out of your machine. 

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