Milton CAT 972H - Manual (Page 4)

• Proven components and technology
provide proven reliability
• Electronic systems monitor vital
machine components
• Excellent uptime from the best dealer
support network in the industry
• Unmatched genuine Cat parts
availability
PROVEN RELIABILITY. The 972H features
many of the components designed and
proven in previous 972 models – all
contribute to the reliability of the 972H:
• Frames
• Axles
• Planetary powershift transmission
• Free wheel stator torque converter
• Separated cooling system
• Cab
ACERT™ TECHNOLOGY. Since March
2003, ACERT Technology has been
proving itself in on-highway trucks.
More recently it has proven itself again
in field tests of off-highway equipment.
This technology allows Cat engines to
meet durability and reliability expectations
without sacrificing fuel economy or
performance.
CATERPILLAR DESIGNED COMPONENTS.
Components used to build Cat Wheel
Loaders are designed and manufactured
to Caterpillar quality standards to ensure
maximum performance even in extreme
operating conditions.
Engine electronic control modules and
sensors are completely sealed against
moisture and dust. Deutsche connectors
and electrical wire braiding ensure that
electrical connections resist corrosion
and premature wear.
Hoses are engineered and manufactured
for high resistance to abrasion, excellent
flexibility and easy installation and
replacement.
Caterpillar ® couplings use o-ring face
seals to provide positive sealing for
durable leak-free connections.
Heavy duty components reduce the risk
of leaks, corrosion and premature wear
increasing uptime and helping to protect
the environment.
MONITORING PROGRAMS. Monitoring
product health is key to maintaining
reliability of any equipment. Many
programs are available on the 972H –
both as standard and optional features –
to help you track machine condition.
Caterpillar Monitoring System. The 972H
is equipped with the Cat Monitoring
System (CMS) that keeps watch over the
health of your loader. CMS monitors
critical engine system functions and will
derate the engine to protect itself from
damage if needed. Depending on which
of the following six critical conditions
arise, the CMS monitor or front panel
will display warning lights and sound
audible alarms.
• High coolant temperature
• High air inlet temperature
• Low engine oil pressure
• High fuel pressure
• Low fuel pressure
• Engine over-speed
Product Link. Product Link is a state-of-
the-art satellite technology based product
that provides two-way information flow
between machine on-board systems and
the Caterpillar network operations center.
Multiple types of information can be
collected and tracked – from machine
location and service meter hours, to
health and productivity information.
EquipmentManager. With a subscription
to EquipmentManager through the
Cat Dealer Storefront the information
collected through Product Link can be
transmitted to a computer. With fast,
easy-to-access machine information,
you can optimize asset utilization,
reduce security risks, improve
maintenance management and
implement before-failure repair
strategies. The result is more uptime,
lower operating costs and a higher
overall return on equipment investment.
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The Cat 972H – Tested And Proven – Ready To Work
RELIABILITY