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Hydraulic Systems Introduction

Course Date

Coming Soon

Course Length

TBD

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Course Length: 1 x 8-hour day
Target Audience: Non-Ticketed Employees

This course provides a general overview of Hydraulic systems found on Caterpillar mobile equipment. The participant will have a basic understanding of how the oil tank supply, hydraulic pump, hydraulic control system, actuators and return oil circuits function. Information on basic hydraulic control systems, schematics, hosing and piping monitoring will also be covered.

PPE Required

None.

PREREQUISITES

None.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

After completion the participant will have a basic understanding of:

  • Hydraulic fundamentals pertaining to Cat mobile equipment
  • Hose and pipe usage
  • Hydraulic Faults
  • Supply, pumping, actuator control, and return circuit systems
  • Monitor and display systems – warning lights, alarm
  • Faults and event codes
  • Electronic control of hydraulic systems
  • Hydraulic schematics – a wealth of information
  • Operator station - controls; mechanical, pilot, and electrical controls
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