390D Excavator Operator Controls Caterpillar


Operator Controls
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1.1. Hydraulic Lockout Control (1)
2.1. Travel Control (2)
3.1. Service Hour Meter (3)
4.1. Monitor (4)
5.1. Joystick Controls (5)
6.1. Engine Speed Control (6)
7.2. Backup Method for Controlling Engine Speed
8.1. Engine Start Switch (7)
9.1. Operator's Seat (9)
10.1. Radio (10)
11.1. Backup Controls (11)
12.1. Travel Speed Control (12)
13.1. Automatic Engine Speed Control (13)
14.1. Travel Alarm Cancel Switch (14)
15.1. Gain/Response Control (15)
16.1. Upper Window Wiper and Window Washer (16-17)
17.1. Light Switch (18)
18.1. Quick Coupler Control (19)
19.1. Lower Window Wiper and Window Washer (20-21)
20.1. Seat Heater (22)
21.1. SmartBoom Control (23)
22.1. Overload Warning Device (24)
23.1. Radio (Mute Function) (25)
24.1. Air Conditioning and Heater Control (26)

Note: Your machine may not be equipped with all of the controls that are described in this topic.



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(1) Hydraulic Lockout Control
(2) Travel Controls
(3) Service Hour Meter
(4) Monitor
(5) Joystick Controls
(6) Engine Speed Control
(7) Engine Start Switch
(8) Right Side Control Panel
(9) Operator's Seat
(10) Radio
(11) Backup Controls


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Right Side Control Panel
(12) Travel Speed Control
(13) Automatic Engine Speed Control (AEC)
(14) Travel Alarm Cancel Switch
(15) Gain/Response Control
(16) Upper Window Washer
(17) Upper Window Wiper
(18) Light Switch
(19) Quick Coupler Control (If Equipped)
(20) Lower Window Wiper (If Equipped)
(21) Lower Window Washer (If Equipped)
(22) Seat Heater (If Equipped)
(23) SmartBoom (If Equipped)
(24) Overload Warning Device (If Equipped)
(25) Radio Mute Function (If Equipped)
(26) Air Conditioning and Heater Control

Hydraulic Lockout Control (1)

The hydraulic lockout control is located at the left side of the left console.

Locked - Move the travel levers/pedals and move the joysticks to the HOLD (center) position. Move the hydraulic lockout control backward to the LOCKED position. This makes all of the factory installed hydraulic controls inoperable.

Note: Make sure that the hydraulic lockout control is in the LOCKED position before attempting to start the engine. If the hydraulic lockout control is in the UNLOCKED position, the engine start switch will not function.

Unlocked - Move the hydraulic lockout control forward to the UNLOCKED position. This makes all of the factory installed hydraulic controls operable.

Travel Control (2)



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Position for normal travel
(A) Rear of machine
(B) Final drive
(C) Idler

When you travel, make sure that final drive sprockets (B) are under the rear of the machine.

Stop - Release the travel levers/pedals in order to stop the machine. When you release the travel levers/pedals from any position, the travel levers/pedals will return to the CENTER position. The travel brakes will be applied.

Move both of the travel levers or both of the travel pedals equally in the same direction in order to travel straight.



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Forward Travel


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Reverse Travel


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Pivot Left Turn (Forward)


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Pivot Left Turn (Reverse)


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Counterrotate Turn (Left)


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Pivot Right Turn (Forward)


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Pivot Right Turn (Reverse)


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Counterrotate Turn (Right)

Service Hour Meter (3)

Service Hour Meter - This display indicates the total operating hours of the engine. Use the display to determine the service hour maintenance intervals.

Monitor (4)

The monitor is used in order to display various operating information of the machine. For more information on the operation of the monitor, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Monitoring System".

Joystick Controls (5)

The joystick control is used to control the functions of the work tools.

For more information on the joystick controls, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Joystick Controls".

Engine Speed Control (6)

Engine Speed - Turn the engine speed dial in order to control the engine speed (engine rpm). Select the desired position from the ten available positions. The selected position of the engine speed dial is indicated on the electronic monitor panel.

Decrease - Turn the engine speed dial counterclockwise in order to decrease the engine speed (engine rpm).

Increase - Turn the engine speed dial clockwise in order to increase the engine speed (engine rpm).

Backup Method for Controlling Engine Speed

If the control system does not work due to a malfunction and the engine speed cannot be adjusted by the engine speed dial, the following method will allow you to adjust the engine speed temporarily. Make repairs as soon as possible.

Check the message display for any error messages. If the error message "ECM ERROR" is displayed, there is a problem in the electronic controller. See "Backup Controls (11)".

If the engine speed cannot be adjusted by the engine speed dial and the indicator for the electronic controller does not come on, see "Backup Controls (11)".

Note: Even if you cannot control the engine speed, you can turn the engine on and off with the engine start switch.

Engine Start Switch (7)


NOTICE

The engine start switch must be in the ON position and the engine must be running in order to maintain electrical functions and hydraulic functions. This procedure must be followed in order to prevent serious machine damage.


OFF - Insert the engine start switch key only while the start switch is in the OFF position. Remove the engine start switch key only while the engine start switch is in the OFF position. Turn the engine start switch to the OFF position before you attempt to restart the engine. Turn the engine start switch to the OFF position in order to stop the engine.

ON - Turn the engine start switch clockwise to the ON position in order to activate all cab circuits.

START - Turn the engine start switch clockwise to the START position in order to crank the engine. Release the engine start switch key after the engine starts. The start switch will return to the ON position.

Note: If the engine does not start after 30 seconds, return the engine start switch to the OFF position. Wait for 2 minutes before you return the engine start switch to the START position .

To start the engine, the battery disconnect switch must be on and the hydraulic lockout control must be in the locked position. For details, see the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Starting".

Operator's Seat (9)

The operators seat and the console has various adjustments in order to meet a wide range of operators. For more information, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Seat".

Radio (10)

This machine may be equipped with a radio. For more information, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Radio".

Backup Controls (11)



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(27) Backup controls on the left console
(28) Backup controls on the right console


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Backup controls on the left console
(29) Work Tool Control
(30) Left Track Control


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Backup controls on the right console
(31) Right Track Control
(32) Engine Speed Control (Mode)
(33) Engine Speed Control (RPM)

Up - Move switch (29) to this position in order to raise the work tool.

Down - Move switch (29) to this position in order to lower the work tool.

Left Track (Forward) - Move switch (30) to this position in order to move the left track forward.

Left Track (Reverse) - Move switch (30) to this position in order to move the left track backward.

Right Track (Forward) - Move switch (31) to this position in order to move the right track forward.

Right Track (Reverse) - Move switch (31) to this position in order to move the right track backward.

Engine Speed Control - By utilizing switches (32) and (33), the engine speed can be controlled manually by the operator. The engine speed can be controlled automatically by the electronic controller.

Automatic - When the electronic control system is functioning properly, backup switch (32) should be in this position.

Manual - If a problem occurs in the electronic control system, move backup switch (32) to this position in order to disconnect the controller circuit of the electronic controller system. In this condition, the machine will be operated at a reduced ratio of pump output on a temporary basis.

Fast Engine Speed - Move switch (33) to this position in order to run the machine at a fast engine speed. This switch will not operate unless backup switch (32) is in the MANUAL position. When the switch is released, the switch returns to the NEUTRAL position, and the machine will maintain the fast engine speed. This switch overrides the function of the engine speed dial.

Slow Engine Speed - Move switch (33) to this position in order to run the machine at a slow engine speed. This backup switch will not operate unless backup switch (32) is in the MANUAL position. When the switch is released, the switch returns to the NEUTRAL position, and the machine will maintain the slow engine speed. This switch overrides the function of the engine speed dial.

Travel Speed Control (12)

------ WARNING! ------

Do not change the setting of the travel speed control switch while you travel. Machine stability may be adversely affected.

Personal injury can result from sudden changes in machine stability.


Travel Speed Control Switch - Press the travel speed control switch in order to select automatic travel speed or low travel speed. When the engine start switch is on, the travel speed control switch is always set at the LOW SPEED speed position. Whenever the travel speed control switch is pressed, the travel speed changes.

Low Speed - Select the LOW SPEED position if you travel on rough surfaces or on soft surfaces or if you require a great drawbar pull. Also, select the LOW SPEED position if you are loading a machine onto a trailer or you are unloading a machine from a trailer.

Automatic - If you travel on a hard, level surface at a fast speed, select the AUTO position.

Continuous driving at high speed should be limited to 2 hours. If you need to continue driving at high speed for more than 2 hours, stop the machine for 10 minutes. This will cool down the travel drives before you resume driving.

Automatic Engine Speed Control (13)

The Automatic Engine Speed Control (AEC) automatically reduces engine speed when the machine is inactive. The AEC system is designed to reduce fuel consumption and noise. Lower engine speeds can also increase engine life.

The AEC system will be inoperable while the backup switch of the electronic controller system is in the MAN position.

The engine rpm will recover automatically to the setting of the engine speed dial when any hydraulic function is activated. The AEC system operates in three modes. Refer to Table 1 for a description of each mode.

Automatic Engine Speed Control (AEC) - The Automatic Engine Speed Control switch is activated when the engine start switch is turned to the ON position. The indicator lamp will turn on. When you press the AEC switch, the function of the AEC switch changes from ON to OFF. The operator can choose from three possible modes for automatic engine speed control. Refer to Table 1 for more details.



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The switch for manual low idle is on the right joystick.

Manual Low Idle - Activate the manual low idle in order to reduce the engine speed to approximately 1020 rpm. Pressing the switch again will allow the engine speed to return to the original setting of the engine speed dial.

The manual low idle allows the operator to reduce the rpm without touching the engine speed dial. This is useful when the operator wants to reduce the engine speed in order to talk to someone or while the operator is waiting for a truck.

Operation of the automatic engine speed control depends on the position of the AEC switch and of the switch for manual low idle. The engine rpm will recover automatically to the setting of the engine speed dial when any hydraulic function is activated.

Table 1
AEC Mode  Position of AEC Switch  Setting of Engine Speed Dial  Position of Manual Low Idle Switch  Description of Mode 
First stage  OFF  5 to 10  OFF  The electronic controller automatically reduces engine speed by 100 rpm after there has been no hydraulic demand for approximately 3 seconds. 
Second stage  ON  5 to 10  OFF  The AEC system in the electronic controller will automatically reduce the engine rpm to approximately 1300 rpm after there has been no hydraulic demand for approximately 3 seconds. 
Manual low Idle  ON or OFF  3 to 10  ON  The engine speed is reduced to approximately 1020 rpm. 

Travel Alarm Cancel Switch (14)

Travel Alarm Cancel Switch - This switch is used to stop the travel alarm from sounding. Press the switch in order to stop the alarm. The indicator lamp will turn on.

Note: The travel alarm is located under the hydraulic tank. The travel alarm will sound when the travel lever or the travel pedal is activated.

Gain/Response Control (15)

The controllability of the joysticks can be changed in order to match the machine to a particular task. Use the gain/response switch in order to change the controllability of the joysticks.



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The gain/response switch is located on the right console.

Gain/Response Switch - Push this switch in order to change the controllability of the joysticks. When you change the setting, the new setting will be displayed on the monitor for 3 seconds.

Note: The gain/response setting can be continuously displayed on the monitor. For more information, refer to the Indicated Item section of Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Monitoring System".

Soft - Push the gain/response switch once in order to select the soft mode. This mode slows down the movements of the boom, stick, work tool, and swing.

Quick - Push the gain/response switch twice in order to select the quick mode. This mode reduces the range of fine control of the joysticks.

Push the gain/response switch three times in order to resume normal control of the joysticks.

The settings for each mode can be changed in order to meet the needs of the operator. Consult your AVSpare dealer in order to change the presets of the gain/response switch.

Upper Window Wiper and Window Washer (16-17)

Window Washer (16) - Push the switch in order to activate the window washer. While the switch is depressed, the indicator light will come on and washer fluid will spray from the nozzle. The window wiper will also operate while the switch is depressed. After the switch is released for approximately 3 seconds, the window wiper will stop.

Window Wiper (17) - Push the switch in order to activate the window wiper. Whenever the switch is depressed, the mode of the window wiper will change according to the indicator light that is illuminated.

6 Second Delay - When the window wiper switch is depressed one time, the first indicator light will turn on. The window wiper will operate intermittently at 6 second intervals.

3 Second Delay - When the window wiper switch is depressed two times, the second indicator light will turn on. The window wiper will operate intermittently at 3 second intervals.

Continuous Operation - When the window wiper switch is depressed t3 times, the first indicator light and the second indicator light will turn on. The window wiper will operate continuously.

OFF - When the window wiper switch is depressed 4 times, the indicator lights will turn off. The window wiper stops.


NOTICE

If the wiper does not operate with the switch in the ON position, turn the switch off immediately. Check the cause. If the switch remains on, motor failure can result.



NOTICE

If the washer is used continuously for more than 20 seconds or used when no washer solution comes out, motor failure can result.


Light Switch (18)



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(D) Boom lights
(E) Cab lights
(F) Chassis light
(G) Chassis light


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Light Switch - Push the switch in order to turn on the work lights.

Whenever you push the switch, you change the pattern of the work lights that are turned on. The indicator lights that are in the cab indicate the pattern of the work lights that are turned on.

Pattern 1 - When you press the light switch once, indicator light (34) turns on and the following work lights turn on: work lights (F) and (G) that are mounted on the chassis and work lights (E) that are mounted on the cab.

Pattern 2 - When you press the light switch twice, indicator lights (34) and (35) turn on and the following work lights turn on: work lights (F) and (G) that are mounted on the chassis, work lights (E) that are mounted on the cab and work lights (D) that are mounted on both sides of the boom.

OFF - When you press the light switch three times, both indicator lights turn off, and all of the work lights turn off.

Note: Your machine may be equipped with a lighting system that has a time delay. When this system is installed, cab lights (E) will not turn off for a certain amount of time after you turn the engine start key to the OFF position. The time delay can vary from 0 seconds to 90 seconds. For further details, consult your AVSpare dealer.

Quick Coupler Control (19)

This machine may be equipped with a quick coupler.

LOCKED - Move the switch to this position in order to engage the quick coupler onto the work tool.

LOCKING - Move the switch for the quick coupler to the LOCKING position in order to retract the wedge.

UNLOCKING - Move the switch for the quick coupler to the UNLOCKING position in order to extend the wedge. Use this position only during the coupling or uncoupling of the work tool. The hydraulic system is pressurized when the switch is in this position.

Note: An alarm will sound whenever the switch is in the UNLOCKING or LOCKING position.

For more information on the quick coupler controls, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Quick Coupler Operation".

Lower Window Wiper and Window Washer (20-21)

Lower Window Wiper (20) - If equipped, push down on the top of the switch in order to turn on the lower window wiper. Push down the bottom portion of the switch in order to turn off the lower window wiper.

Lower Window Washer (21) - If equipped, push down on the top of the switch and keep the switch depressed in order to activate the lower window washer. While the switch is depressed, the washer fluid will spray from the nozzle.


NOTICE

If the wiper does not operate with the switch in the ON position, turn the switch off immediately. Check the cause. If the switch remains on, motor failure can result.



NOTICE

If the washer is used continuously for more than 20 seconds or used when no washer solution comes out, motor failure can result.


Seat Heater (22)

------ WARNING! ------

Preexisting skin conditions can be aggravated by continued use of the seat heater. If skin condition worsens, discontinue use of the seat heater.


Seat Heater - If equipped, the seat heater can be activated in order to improve operator comfort in cold weather.

ON - Push down on the top of the seat heater switch in order to activate the seat heater.

OFF - Push down on the bottom of the seat heater switch in order to deactivate the seat heater.


NOTICE

Do not leave any heavy item or object with a sharp point on the seat.

Do not cover the seat or seat back with a blanket, seat cushion or any other similar covering. The seat heater can be over heated. Be sure to remove any spills on the seat and thoroughly dry the spill.


Note: The thermostat in the seat heater deactivates when the temperature in the cab is above 10°C (50°F). The seat heater will not operate when the thermostat is deactivated.

SmartBoom Control (23)

This machine may be equipped with SmartBoom Control. For more information, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "SmartBoom Control".

Overload Warning Device (24)



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Early Type


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Later Type

Overload Warning Device - This machine may be equipped with an overload warning device. In lifting applications, the overload warning device activates a buzzer when there is an unstable load condition. When this occurs, the bucket load should be reduced or the stick should be moved inward.

ON - Push the right side of the switch in order to activate the overload warning device.

OFF - Push the left side of the switch in order to deactivate the overload warning device.

Radio (Mute Function) (25)



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Mute Function - If equipped, press the top of the switch in order to turn on the mute function for the radio. Press the bottom of the switch in order to turn off the mute function for the radio.

Air Conditioning and Heater Control (26)

The heater/air conditioner provides comfort for the operator that is working under various temperature conditions. For more information on the air conditioning and heater controls, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Air Conditioning and Heater Control".

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