
Care must be taken in order to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection,
maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the equipment. Prepare to collect the fluid with suitable
containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component that contains fluids.
Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for the following items:
Tools that are suitable for collecting fluids and equipment that is suitable for collecting fluids
Tools that are suitable for containing fluids and equipment that is suitable for containing fluids
Obey all local regulations for the disposal of liquids.
Asbestos Information
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Caterpillar equipment and replacement parts that are shipped from Caterpillar are asbestos free. Caterpillar
recommends the use of only genuine Caterpillar replacement parts. Use the following guidelines when you
handle any replacement parts that contain asbestos or when you handle asbestos debris.
Use caution. Avoid inhaling dust that might be generated when you handle components that contain
asbestos fibers. Inhaling this dust can be hazardous to your health. The components that may contain
asbestos fibers are brake pads, brake bands, lining material, clutch plates, and some gaskets. The asbestos
that is used in these components is usually bound in a resin or sealed in some way. Normal handling is not
hazardous unless airborne dust that contains asbestos is generated.
If dust that may contain asbestos is present, there are several guidelines that should be followed:
Never use compressed air for cleaning.
Avoid brushing materials that contain asbestos.
Avoid grinding materials that contain asbestos.