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Caterpillar — Battery Disconnect Switch - Check

Maintenance · electrical system

From a Caterpillar owner's manual covering: 3306B, 3406, 3406E, 3412C, 3412C Generator Set, 3500 Series. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Caterpillar 3306B, Caterpillar 3406, Caterpillar 3406E, Caterpillar 3412C, Caterpillar 3412C engine

Before you start

  • Never move the battery disconnect switch to OFF while the engine is operating.

Procedure

  1. With switch ON verify electrical components, hour meter and cranking function.
  2. Turn the battery disconnect switch to the OFF position.
  3. Verify electrical components, hour meter and cranking do not function.
  4. Consult your Caterpillar dealer if any item continues to function.

Full service-parts list: Caterpillar 3406 →, Caterpillar 3406E →, Caterpillar 3412C →, Caterpillar 3412C engine →

Source: Caterpillar owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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