Milton CAT 14M User Manual

Page 11

Front Axle. The Caterpillar

sealed

spindle keeps the bearings free from
contaminants and lubricated in a
light-weight oil (1). This durable,
low-maintenance design reduces
your owning and operating costs.
Two double tapered roller bearings (2)
support the wheel spindle. The Cat “Live
Spindle” design places the larger tapered
roller bearing outboard where the load
is greater, extending bearing life.

Gear Selection. Eight forward and
six reverse gears give the operator a
wide operating range. The specifically
designed range of gears ensures
maximum productivity in all
earthmoving applications.

Programmable Autoshift. The operator
can easily customize various shift
parameters through Cat Messenger
to match the specific application
requirement. This feature automatically
shifts the transmission at optimal points
so the operator can focus on the work,
improving safety, productivity and ease
of operation.

Inching Pedal. Allows precise control
of machine movements in any gear
with low pedal effort and excellent
modulation, critical in close-quarter
work or finish grading.

Hydraulic Brakes. The oil bathed,
multi-disc service brakes are
hydraulically actuated (1), providing
smooth predictable braking and lower
operating costs. With brakes located at
each tandem wheel, the 14M offers the
largest total brake surface area in the
industry (2), delivering dependable
stopping power and longer brake life.

Brake Serviceability and Reliability.
An easily accessible brake wear
indicator/compensator system (3)
maintains consistent brake performance
and indicates brake wear without
disassembly. This system cuts service
time and extends brake service life.

Parking Brake. The spring-applied,
hydraulically released multi-disc
parking brake can be easily serviced
without transmission removal to reduce
operating cost. A sealed, oil-cooled
design extends component life and
reduces the need for service.

Brake design

Front axle