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Configuration: 938H Wheel Loader JKM00001UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY
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Operation and Maintenance Manual
IT38H Integrated Toolcarrier and 938H Wheel Loader
Media Number SEBU807912 Publication Date 01/01/2015 Date Updated 05/01/2015
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Lubricant Viscosities Fluids Recommendations
SMCS 7581
General Information for Lubricants
When you are operating the machine in temperatures below −20°C (−4°F), refer to Special Publication,
SEBU5898, "ColdWeather Recommendations". This publication is available from your Cat dealer.
For coldweather applications where transmission oil SAE 0W20 is recommended, Cat ColdWeather TDTO
is recommended.
Caterpillar has determined that Wheel Loaders equipped with the High Ambient Cooling Attachment can
operate with Cat HYDO Advanced 10 Hydraulic System Oil in ambient temperatures from −20° C (−4° F) to
50° C (122° F).
Refer to the “Lubricant Information” section in the latest revision of the Special Publication, SEBU6250,
"Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations" for a list of Cat engine oils and for detailed information.
This manual may be found on the Web at Safety.Cat.com.
The footnotes are a key part of the tables. Read ALL footnotes that pertain to the machine compartment in
question.
Selecting the Viscosity
To select the proper oil for each machine compartment, refer to the “Lubricant Viscosity for Ambient
Temperature” table. Use the oil type AND oil viscosity for the specific compartment at the proper ambient
temperature.
The proper oil viscosity grade is determined by the minimumambient temperature (the air in the immediate
vicinity of the machine). Measure the temperature when the machine is startedand while the machine is
operated. To determine the proper oil viscosity grade, refer to the “Min” columninthe table. This information
reflects the coldest ambient temperature condition for startinga cold machine and foroperating a cold
machine. Refer to the “Max” column in the table for operating the machine at the highest temperature that is
anticipated. Unless specified otherwise in the “Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures” tables, use
the highest oil viscosity that is allowed for the ambient temperature.
Machines that are operated continuously should use oils that have the higher oil viscosity in the final drives
and in the differentials. The oils that have the higheroil viscosity will maintain the highestpossible oil film
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thickness. Refer to “General Information for Lubricants” article, “Lubricant Viscosities” tables, and any
associated footnotes. Consult your Cat dealer if additional information is needed.
NOTICE
Not following the recommendations found in this manual can lead to
reduced performance and compartment failure.
Engine Oil
Cat oils have been developed and tested to provide the full performance and life that has been designed and
built into Cat engines.
Cat DEOULS multigrade and Cat DEO multigrade oils are formulated with the correct amounts of
detergents, dispersants, and alkalinity to provide superior performance in Cat diesel engines where
recommended for use.
Note: SAE 10W30 is the preferred viscosity grade for the 3116, 3126, C7, C9, and C9 diesel engines when
the ambient temperature is between 18° C (0° F) and 40° C (104° F).
Table 1
Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures
Cat DEOULS SAE 10W
−18 40 0 104
Engine Crankcase Cat DEO 30
Cat DEOULS SAE 15W
−10 50 15 122
Cat DEO 40
When fuels of sulfur level of 0.1 percent (1000 ppm) or higher are used, Cat DEOULS may be used if
S·O·S oil analysis program is followed. Base the oil change interval on the oil analysis.
Note: Failure to follow oil analysis recommended oil change interval, may result in reduced engine
component life.
Hydraulic Systems
Refer to the “Lubricant Information” section in the latest revision of the Special Publication, SEBU6250,
"Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations" for detailed information. This manual may be found on the
Web at Safety.Cat.com.
The following are the preferred oils for use in most Cat machine hydraulic systems:
Cat HYDO Advanced 10 SAE 10W
Cat HYDO Advanced 30 SAE 30W
Cat BIO HYDO Advanced
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Cat HYDO Advanced fluids have a 50% increase in the standard oil drain interval for machine
hydraulic systems (3000 hours versus 2000 hours) over second and third choice oils when you follow the
maintenance interval schedule for oil filter changes and for oil sampling that is stated in the Operation and
Maintenance Manual for your particular machine. 6000hour oil drain intervals are possible when using
S·O·S Services oil analysis. Consult your Cat dealer for details. When switching to Cat HYDO Advanced
fluids, cross contamination with the previous oil should be kept to less than 10%.
Second choice oils are listed below.
Cat MTO
Cat DEO
Cat DEOULS
Cat TDTO
Cat TDTO Cold Weather
Cat TDTOTMS
Cat DEOULS Cold Weather
If noise is a problem in the hydraulic system, 1U9891 oil additive may be used in the hydraulic system. This
additive is a friction modifier that helps reduce the noise level.
Table 2
Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures
Cat HYDO Advanced 30
SAE 30 0 50 32 122
Cat TDTO
"ISO 46" Multi
Cat BIO HYDO Advanced −30 45 −22 113
Grade
Cat MTO
Hydraulic System Cat DEOULS SAE10W30 −20 40 −4 104
Cat DEO
Cat DEOULS
SAE15W40 −15 50 5 122
Cat DEO
Cat TDTOTMS MultiGrade −15 50 5 122
Cat DEOULS Cold Weather SAE0W40 −40 40 −40 104
Transmission and Axles
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Refer to the “Lubricant Information” section in the latest revision of the Special Publication, SEBU6250,
"Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations" for detailed information. This manual may be found on the
Web at Safety.Cat.com.
When you are operating the machine in temperatures below −20°C (−4°F), refer to Special Publication,
SEBU5898, "ColdWeather Recommendations". This publication is available from your Cat dealer.
Table 3
Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures
Special Lubricants
Grease
To use a nonCat grease, the supplier must certify that the lubricant is compatible with Cat grease.
Each pin joint should be flushed with the new grease. Ensure that all old grease is removed. Failure to meet
this requirement may lead to failure of a pin joint.
Table 4
Recommended Grease
°C °F
Compartment or System Grease Type NLGI Grade
Min Max Min Max
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NLGI Grade
Cat Arctic Platinum −50 20 −58 68
0
NLGI Grade
Cat Desert Gold −20 60 −4 140
2
Steering Column(1)
Drive Shaft Universal Cat Multipurpose
NLGI Grade2 −30 40 −22 104
Joints(2) Grease
Drive Shaft Support Bearing
(1) HMU Steering
(2) 980 Drive Shaft is maintenance free.
Grease for the Autolube System
The grease used with the automatic lubrication system must not contain any graphite or PTFE.
Note: Pumpability is based on "US Steel Mobility and Lincoln Ventmeter Tests". Performance may vary
depending on lubrication equipment and the length of the lines.
Reference: Refer to Special Publication, SEBU6250, "Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations" for
additional information about grease. This manual may be found on the Web at Safety.Cat.com.
Table 5
Recommended Grease for the Autolube System
°C °F
Compartment or System Grease Type NLGI Grade
Min Min
Cat 3Moly Grease NLGI Grade 2 −18 0
Diesel Fuel Recommendations
Diesel fuel must meet “Caterpillar Specification for Distillate Fuel” and the latest versions of "ASTM D975"
or "EN 590" to ensure optimum engine performance. Refer to Special Publication, SEBU6250, "Caterpillar
Machine Fluids Recommendations" for the latest fuel information and for Cat fuel specification. This manual
may be found on the Web at Safety.Cat.com.
The preferred fuels are distillate fuels. These fuels are commonly called diesel fuel, furnace oil, gas oil, or
kerosene. These fuels must meet the “Caterpillar Specification for Distillate Diesel Fuel for OffHighway
Diesel Engines”. Diesel Fuels that meet the Caterpillar specification will help provide maximum engine
service life and performance.
Misfueling with fuels of high sulfur level can have the following negative effects:
Reduce engine efficiency and durability
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Increase the wear
Increase the corrosion
Increase the deposits
Lower fuel economy
Shorten the time period between oil drain intervals (more frequent oil drain intervals)
Increase overall operating costs
Negatively impact engine emissions
Failures that result from the use of improper fuels are not Caterpillar factory defects. Therefore the cost of
repairs would not be covered by a Caterpillar warranty.
Caterpillar does not require the use of ULSD in off road and machine applications that are not Tier 4/Stage
IIIB certified engines. ULSD is not required in engines that are not equipped with after treatment devices.
Follow operating instructions and fuel tank inlet labels, if available, to ensure that the correct fuels are used.
Refer to Special Publication, SEBU6250, "Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations" for more details
about fuels and lubricants. This manual may be found on the Web at Safety.Cat.com.
Fuel Additives
Cat Diesel Fuel Conditioner and Cat Fuel System Cleaner are available for use when needed. These products
are applicable to diesel and biodiesel fuels. Consult your Cat dealer for availability.
Biodiesel
Biodiesel is a fuel that can be made from various renewable resources that include vegetable oils, animal fat,
and waste cooking oil. Soybean oil and rapeseed oil are the primary vegetable oil sources. To use any of
these oils or fats as fuel, the oils or fats are chemically processed (esterified). The water and contaminants are
removed.
U.S. distillate diesel fuel specification "ASTM D97509a" includes up to B5 (5 percent) biodiesel. Currently,
any diesel fuel in the U.S. may contain up to B5 biodiesel fuel.
European distillate diesel fuel specification "EN 590" includes up to B5 (5 percent) and in some regions up to
B7 (7 percent) biodiesel. Any diesel fuel in Europe may contain up to B5 or in some regions up to B7
biodiesel fuel.
Note: Up to B20 biodiesel blend level is acceptable for use in Medium Wheel Loader engines.
When biodiesel fuel is used, certain guidelines must be followed. Biodiesel fuel can influence the engine oil,
aftertreatment devices, nonmetallic, fuel system components, and others. Biodiesel fuel has limited storage
life and has limited oxidation stability. Follow the guidelines and requirements for engines that are seasonally
operated and for standby power generation engines.
To reduce the risks associated with the use of biodiesel, the final biodiesel blend and the biodiesel fuel used
must meet specific blending requirements.
All the guidelines and requirements are provided in the latest revision of Special Publication, SEBU6250,
"Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations". This manual may be found on the Web at Safety.Cat.com.
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Coolant Information
The information provided in this “Coolant Recommendation” section should be used with the “Lubricants
Information” provided in the latest revision of Special Publication, SEBU6250, "Caterpillar Machine Fluids
Recommendations". This manual may be found on the Web at Safety.Cat.com.
The following two types of coolants may be used in Cat diesel engines:
Preferred Cat ELC (Extended Life Coolant)
Acceptable Cat DEAC (Diesel Engine Antifreeze/Coolant)
NOTICE
Never use water alone as a coolant. Water alone is corrosive at engine
operating temperatures. In addition, water alone does not provide
adequate protection against boiling or freezing.
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