Caterpillar — Stopping the Engine (EMCP II and EMCP II+ Control Panels)
Operation
From a Caterpillar owner's manual covering: 3306B, 3406, 3406E, 3412C, SR4B. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Caterpillar 3306B, Caterpillar 3406, Caterpillar 3406E, Caterpillar 3412C, Caterpillar SR4B
Procedure
- Remove the load from the engine.
- To cool down at high idle and no load, turn the Engine Control Switch to the STOP position; it runs for the preset cool down time. If not desired, proceed to Step 3.
- Reduce the engine speed to low idle.
- While the engine is at low idle, measure the engine oil level between the ADD and FULL marks on the dipstick.
- Run the engine at low idle for approximately five minutes to allow the engine to cool down.
- Turn the Engine Control Switch to the Off/Reset position.
Specs & values
- Low idle is approximately 66% of full load speed on 60 Hz units and approximately 80% on 50 Hz units
Full service-parts list: Caterpillar 3406 →, Caterpillar 3406E →, Caterpillar 3412C →, Caterpillar SR4B →
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.