259D Skid Steer Loaders Machine Systems – Gear Motor (Fan) – Test

Sudden movement of the machine or release of oil under pressure can cause injury to persons on or near the machine.

To prevent possible injury, perform the procedure that follows before testing and adjusting the power train.


NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting, and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids. Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat products. Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.

NOTICE

Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting, and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids.

Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat products.

Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.

Specifications

Table 1
MODEL	FAN SPEED (MIN)	FAN SPEED (MAX)
236D, 242D, 257D, 259D.	1200 ± 50 RPM	2850 ± 50 RPM
246D, 262D, 277D, 279D, 287D, 289D.	1200 ± 50 RPM	2450 ± 50 RPM
272D, 297D, 299D.	1200 ± 50 RPM	2600 ± 50 RPM

Introduction

This test is performed in order to ensure that the gear motor (fan) is running at the proper speed.

Required Tools

Table 2
REQUIRED TOOLS
Tool	Part Number	Part Description
A	275-5120	Communication Adapter Gp
B	9U-7400	Multitach Tool Gp
C	1U-6605	Reflective Tape

Test Preparation

Before any tests are performed, prepare the machine. Refer to Testing and Adjusting, "Machine Preparation". Before any tests are performed, visually inspect the complete hydraulic system for oil leaks and damaged parts. Refer to Testing and Adjusting, "Visual Inspection".

Note: The oil in the hydraulic system must be at an operating temperature of 50° ± 10°C (122° ± 180°F). This temperature range is specified for standard factory fill oil only. Use the Electronic Technician Software in order to monitor this temperature. Or refer to Testing and Adjusting, "Hydraulic Oil Temperature Test" for an alternate procedure.

Release the hydraulic system pressure. Refer to Testing and Adjusting, "Hydraulic System Pressure - Release" for the correct procedure.

Test Procedure




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(1) Diagnostic connection

Install Tooling (A) to the diagnostic connector (1) of the machine in order to measure engine rpm.

Connect Tooling (A) and the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET).

Open the engine access door.




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(B) Tooling

Install Tooling (B) in order to measure fan rpm. Use the reflective tape (C) that is on the fan blade.

Set the throttle to the HIGH IDLE position.




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(D) "Diagnostic" drop-down menu (E) "Diagnostic Tests" (F) "Override Parameters"

Use the ET software in order to change the maximum fan current override value to 0%. Refer to Illustration 3 for the "Diagnostic" screen display. Click on "Override Paramaters".

Record the maximum fan speed value.

Use the ET software in order to change the maximum fan current override value to 100%.

Record the minimum fan speed value.

If the fan speed is not within the specification, use the Electronic Technician in order to perform the fan speed calibration procedure. Refer to Table 1 for the specification.