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MALAGA
345C/365C/385C HYDRAULIC EXCAVATORS

INTRODUCTION Francis
Apr 05
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COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course provides training for the 345C, 365C and 385C Hydraulic Excavators. Systems operation of the hydraulic pump groups,
hydraulic control valves, implement/travel and swing circuits are included. Operation of the Machine Control Module, monitor panel,
electronic implement controls and electro-hydraulic actuators are also covered.

PREREQUISITES

This course covers the differences between B-Series and the New C-Series Large Excavators. Students should have attended
B-Series Large Excavator class. Good working knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems on Caterpillar Excavator.
These prerequisites courses should be completed prior to participating in this course :

- Self study of “Fundamentals of Mobile Hydraulics”..................... TEMV9001

- Self study of “Fundamentals of Electricity” ................................. TEMV9002

SKILL TAUGHT/Student should be able to

Identify the major components of the machines.

Test Engine Performances
Test and adjust Main Pump system margin pressure
Test and adjust Main Pump (De stroke pressure)
Test and adjust signal limiter pressures for the implement, travel and heavy lift circuits.
Test and adjust the implement, swing and travel circuits.
Check all electronic inputs and outputs using the electronic monitor panel on the machine.
Demonstrate how to perform calibration procedures including:
- all levers and pedals
- proportional solenoid valves
- engine throttle dial
- power shift pressure
- joystick GAIN/RESPONSE settings

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

- Training Instructors
- Technical Communicators
- Service Mechanics
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Introduction.
Differences between the large B-Serie and large C-Serie Hex’s.
Major Component Locations and Functions.
Basic System Operation.

ACERT Technology

ELECTRONIC MONITORING SYSTEM

MAIN HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Main Pumps
Implements
Swing
Travel

PILOT SYSTEM

COOLING SYSTEM

LABORATORY EXERCISES
Included:
Test the Electronic Control System using the on board diagnostics
and with Electronic Technician (ET).
Perform the electronic calibration procedures using the on board diagnostic system.
Diagnose faults within the electronic monitoring system.

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REFERENCE MATERIAL

345C SERVICE MANUAL MODULES Form No. 356C SERVICE MANUAL MODULES Form No.

Service Manual Complete RENR7320 Service Manual (Complete) SENR7300

ENGINE ENGINE
Specifications C-13 Engine SENR9887 Specifications C-15 Engine SENR9831
Systems Operations, T & A C-13 Engine SENR9888 Systems Operation, T & A C-15 Engine SENR9832
Troubleshooting Guide C-13 Engine RENR5092 Engine Troubleshooting Guide C-15 Engine RENR5092
D&A C-13 Engine RENR9214 D &A C-15 Engine RENR8261
D & A Supplement C-13 Engine RENR8611 D &A Supplement C-15 Engine RENR8615

SYSTEM SYSTEM
Specifications, Systems Operation, T & A Systems Operation Hydraulic System RENR7304
Air Conditioning and Heating Supplement RENR7328 T&A Hydraulic System RENR7305
Systems Operations, Troubleshooting Schematic Hydraulic System RENR7306
Tool Control RENR7289 Specifications Machine Systems RENR7303
T&A XXXXXXXX Disassembly and Assembly Machine Systems RENR8616
Specifications Machine Systems RENR7323
Systems Operation Hydraulic System RENR7324 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
T&A Hydraulic System RENR7325 Systems Operation, Troubleshooting, T & A
Schematic Hydraulic System with Machine Monitoring System RENR8068
Heavy Lift and Fine Swing RENR7326 Systems Operation, Troubleshooting, T & A
Schematic Hydraulic System without Engine & Pump Electronic Control System RENR8067
Heavy Lift and Fine Swing RENR7356 Schematic Electrical Control System RENR7307
D&A Machine Systems RENR8612
MAINTENANCE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Operation & Maintenance (ELC1-Up, MCY1-Up, MEM1-Up) SEBU7826
Systems Operations, Troubleshooting T & A Operation & Maintenance (FEN1-Up) SEBU8036
Electronic Control System RENR8066 Operation & Maintenance (MCS1-Up) SEBU8105
Systems Operations, Troubleshooting T & A
Machine Monitoring System RENR8068
Schematic Electrical RENR7327

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REFERENCE MATERIAL

385C SERVICE MANUAL MODULES Form No. Miscellaneous

Service Manual Complete RENR7360 Interactive Video Course "Fundamentals of

Mobile Hydraulics" (CD ROM) TEMV9001
ENGINE Interactive Video Course "Fundamentals of
Specifications C-18 Engine SENR9831 Electricity" (CD ROM) TEMV9002
Systems Operation, T & A C-18 Engine SENR9832 Programmed Instruction Course "Basic Electricity" SEBV0534
Troubleshooting C-18 Engine RENR5092 Pocket Diagnostic Card NEEG2500
Tool Operating Manual "Using the 4C6090 Multichannel
SYSTEM Temperature Selector Group" NGHS0537
Specifications Machine Systems RENR7363 Brochure "Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET)" NELS1007
Systems Operation Hydraulic System RENR7364 Booklet "ET Service Tool Software/Getting Started"
T&A Hydraulic System RENR7365 (Incudes software; call order analyst to confirm) JEBD3003
Schematic Hydraulic System RENR7366 Booklet "ET Service Tool Software/User's Manual" NEHS0685

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Schematic RENR7367

MAINTENANCE
Operation and Maintenance Manual
(SBE, KKK, KBC, JCM, KGB, T2E) SEBU7824
Operation and Maintenance Manual (MNZ) SEBU7823
Operation and Maintenance Manual (EDA) SEBU8106

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