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SAFETY
ATTENTION:
This notice is being issued to advise you of the requirement to update certain
Caterpillar ("CAT") Telehandlers that were manufactured by JLG Industries,
Inc. ("JLG"). This program must be completed as soon as possible on all
affected machines.
PROBLEM:
When the fork tilt up function is continuously held and the tilt cylinder reaches end of stroke and
then the lift up function is activated while continuing to activate fork tilt up, a void in the barrel
end of the lift cylinder is created. As a result of this void, when lift up or down is initiated, the
boom will drop in an uncontrolled manner until the void is filled with hydraulic oil.
In has recently been determined that the load charts on certain CAT Model TH336, TH337,
TH406 and TH407 telehandlers do not have the correct load values. Lifting certain loads
specified on those load charts will cause the machine to tip-over.
This bulletin requires the installation of a compensating valve kit in order to eliminate the
possibility of a void being created in the lift cylinder or the replacement of the load charts or both
on all affected machines.
AFFECTED PRODUCTS:
This issue affects certain CAT Telescopic Material Handler Models TH336, TH337, TH406 and
TH407 having the following Serial Numbers.
Model
Load Chart Book Replacement & Compensating Valve Kit Installation Procedure
TDE00102, 104-116, 118-134, 136, 138-139, 141, 143, 145-147, 149-
TH336
150, 152-154, 157.
TDF00101-103, 105-184, 186, 189-193, 195, 198.
TH337
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE INSTALLATION
OF A HYDRAULIC COMPENSATING VALVE OR LOAD CHART
REPLACEMENT OR BOTH ON CERTAIN CAT MODEL TH336,
TH337, TH406 AND TH407 TELEHANDLERS.
Affected Serial Number(s)
GROUP A
Page 1 of 4
SERVICE LETTER
Reference: #C111C3
February 16, 2011
#C111C3

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Summary of Contents for JLG TH336

  • Page 1 In has recently been determined that the load charts on certain CAT Model TH336, TH337, TH406 and TH407 telehandlers do not have the correct load values. Lifting certain loads specified on those load charts will cause the machine to tip-over.
  • Page 2: Parts Needed

    608-615, 617-632, 635, 637, 639, 641, 644, 653. Model Affected Serial Number(s) GROUP B Compensating Valve Kit Installation Procedure TDE00101, 103, 117, 137, 140, 142, 148, 155, 158, 160, 162-169, 171- TH336 173, 175-187. TDF00199, 201, 204-212. TH337 TBX00118, 169, 331-332, 336-341, 343-349. TH406...
  • Page 3 Compensating Valve Kit TH407 326-1977 Load Chart Kit For GROUP B UNITS Only: Model Quantity Part Number Description TH336 & TH406 361-4174 Compensating Valve Kit TH337 & TH407 361-4175 Compensating Valve Kit ACTION REQUIRED: GROUP A UNITS  Remove the existing load chart book located in the cab and replace with the revised load chart.
  • Page 4 The reimbursement terms of this program are as follows: Caterpillar Dealer Suggested Customer Suggested Parts % Labor Hrs % Parts % Labor Hrs % Parts % Labor Hrs % 100% 100% Labor Time:  Compensating Valve installation is a 1.5 hour job. ...
  • Page 5 PROCEDURE: Hydraulic Compensating Valve Installation CAT TH336, TH337, TH406 and TH407 Telehandlers MODEL: Kits Parts Breakdown: • Telehandler Model TH336 & TH406, Kit # 361-4174 P/N in Kit Qty in Kit Description Hydraulic Valve 353-3455 298-0462 Hydraulic Straight Adapter Hydraulic 90 degree Adapter...
  • Page 6 CAUTION: USE ALL APPLICABLE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHILE WORKING ON, UNDER OR AROUND ANY MACHINERY. IMPORTANT! THIS PROCEDURE MUST BE ACCOMPLISHED IN A CONTAMINANT-FREE ENVIRONMENT. ENSURE THE AREA IS FREE FROM DIRT AND DEBRIS BEFORE REMOVING ANY HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS. IN THE EVENT OF CONTAMINATION CLEAN THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL UNTIL THE HYDRAULIC OIL CLEANLINESS FACTOR MEETS ISO 18/15, NO ADDITIONAL TIME IS INCLUDED IN THIS PROCEDURE FOR SYSTEM FLUSHING.
  • Page 7 FIGURE #1 Note: Left hand image shows ports marked “V1” and “V2”. Right hand image shows ports marked “C1” and “C2”. Secondary ports are uppermost in both images. 5. Apply loctite #243 to the threads of both hex head bolts (P/N 297-7091). 6.
  • Page 8 FIGURE #3 8. Using clamps (P/N 343-7049) securely attach the valve and bracket assembly to the compensation cylinder (Note: the bolts inserted in Step #7 should be on the left hand side of the valve block when mounted). 9. The left hand side of the valve should be placed to correspond with the mark made in Step #8.
  • Page 9 FIGURE #4 15. Install hoses as follows: a. (TH336 and TH406 only) Using hose (P/N 353-3450) connect valve port marked “C1” to the inner boom hydraulic pipe and hose (P/N 353-3449) from the outer boom hydraulic pipe to valve port marked “C2”. Correctly torque the hose fittings to 55 Nm (41 lb ft).
  • Page 10 FIGURE #5 18. Confirm installation is correct as shown in Figure #6. FIGURE #6 Page 6 of 7 #C111C3...
  • Page 11 19. Remove supports and any tools from the work area. Verify the oil level is correct. Perform a complete function check in accordance with the Operation and Maintenance Manual, and confirm safe and proper operation of all functions. Pay particular attention to check for leaks from the new installation. 20.

This manual is also suitable for:

Th337Th406Th407