Versatility
The excellent versatility of the 973C Waste Handler makes it well suited for many waste-handling applications. Ranging from the Waste Handler, for performing many waste handling tasks, to the Transfer Station/Demolition arrangement, which offers additional guarding for more severe applications. Other uses for the 973C WH vary from soil excavation, utility applications, and material handling. |
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Landfill Applications
The 973C Waste Handler performs many waste handling tasks, such as:
- Feeding waste to landfill compactors
- Spreading
- Shredding
- Compacting
- Leveling waste before daily cover
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Transfer Station
This application requires a machine with maneuverability in addition to versatility. The 973C Waste Handler makes the following transfer station tasks possible:
- Sorting
- Shredding
- Crushing
- Compacting
- Loading
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Waste Material Handling
Due to its superior flotation and visibility the 973C Waste Handler can handle smoothly and efficiently
- Separating materials for recycling
- Moving materials to compost areas
- Charging shredder hoppers
- Truck loading
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Construction and Demolition Material Handling
Track Loaders can be used for:
- Sorting
- Shredding
- Crushing
- Compacting
- Stockpiling
- Loading materials
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Utility Applications
The 973C can work in virtually any underfoot condition (snow, mud, uncompacted fill materials, etc.). It can be used to:
- Build and maintain service roads
- Remove snow
- Clear land
- Rip compacted material for excavation
- Retrieve mired vehicles on the work site
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Soil Excavation/Handling
The versatility of its tools makes the 973C Track Loader excellent for:
- Excavating
- Carrying
- Stockpiling
- Spreading soil and cover material
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Basic Guarding Package
Guarding helps protect critical machine components and body panels from being damaged by debris under harsh waste handling environments. |
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Seal Protection Guard Group
Helps protect the final drive, pivot shaft and idler seals. Minimizes costly downtime caused by wire, nylon strapping, etc., usually found in transfer stations and landfills. Includes cast stellite Duo-Cone® seals. |
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Heavy-duty Final Drive Seal Guard (A) and Final Drive Seal Guard(B) prevent wires from wrapping around the Final Drive Dou-cone Seals. |
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Helps protect the yoke, link, recoil rod and idler by preventing material from entering the idler area. |
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Fender Reinforcement
- Fenders help protect cab and sheet metal.
- Reinforcements added to improve strength. Angled up and out to help deflect debris.
- Tapered front deflector pushes debris out and away from the machine when backing up.
- Easy access for servicing is maintained.
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Screened Hood
Screened hood with smaller perforations sized to limit debris entry. |
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Precleaner with Prescreener
- Prevents trash from entering air intake.
- Turbine-type dust ejection system extends filter life.
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Swing-out Radiator Grille
- Allows easy access for cleaning radiator.
- Helps cooling system work more efficiently.
- Bars angeled at 45° to help protect cooling cores.
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Lift Cylinder Line Guards
Helps protect lift cylinder hoses and tubes from debris damage. |
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Waste Handler Arrangment
The basic Waste Handler Arrangement includes - Seal Guarding, Precleaner,Heavy-duty Bottom Guards, Guarded Lights, Debris Barrier Package, Trash Radiator, Heavy-duty Front Guards, and Idler Guards.This is intended for moderately severe applications, including household waste transfer stations and landfills. |
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- Help protect engine and drive train from damage.
- Provide easy access for servicing and cleanout.
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Heavy-duty Hydraulic Tank Guard
- Helps prevent costly hydraulic tank damage from debris.
- Twice as thick as standard guarding for excellent protection.
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Guarded Lighting Group
Four(4) lamp lighting group with guards. (2 front, 2 rear) |
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Debris Barrier Package
- Rubber baffle added to front and rubber seals to rear of cab. Reduces build-up of debris in engine and power train components. Results in longer operating time between cleanouts.
- Seals added to engine side doors to prevent entry of radiator-plugging waste. Additional seals added at various locations to further improve resistance to debris entry.
- Screen hood with smaller perforations sized to limit debris entry.
- Perforated engine enclosures improve airflow and coolinf efficiency while limiting debris entry. (Not available in EU)
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Trash Resistant Radiator and Coolers
6 fin per inch radiator and coolers provide improved debris resistance and easier cleaning – runs longer and cooler between cleanouts. |
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Transfer Station/Demolition Arrangement
In addition to the Waste Handling Arrangement, this package includes the following - Heavy-duty Fender and Battery Box, Lift Cylinder Guard, Lift Cylinder Lines Guard, Tilt Cylinder Guards, 2-piece Abrasion Guards, and Heavy-duty Bumper.This provides more complete guarding protection for more severe applications, including demolition, transfer stations or where maximum protection is desired. |
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Heavy-duty Bumper
- Provides more complete protection for the rear of the machine.
- Includes heavy-duty hinged grille with latches that can be opened by hand for easy cleaning access.
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Tilt Cylinder Guards with Side Mounted Bucket Positioner
- Protects cylinder, cylinder rod and hydraulic lines from falling debris.
- Helps extend cylinder seal life.
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Recommended Options
Several additional options are recommended to complement the Waste Handler Arrangement and ensure peak performance. |
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Protects steel hydraulic lines for Multi-Purpose Bucket from damage caused by material pushed upward between lift arms when back-dragging. |
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Heavy-duty Hinged Windshield Screen
Protects front cab glass from debris coming over bucket. Features quick release handle for easy cleaning access. |
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 | | Final Drive Abrasion Guards
- Fabricated from abrasion-resistant steel to protect final drive housings.
- Helps prevent final drive failure due to wear-through in abrasive conditions.
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Trash Rack
- Increases bucket capacity in waste applications.
- Helps prevent bucket spillage
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Debris-Resistant Air Conditioner condenser
- Air inlet is located on the bottom to avoid condenser plugging due to falling debris.
- Improves operator viewing area to the rear.
- Performance and serviceability are maintained.
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Designed to prevent debris from riding up the track and damaging the sheet metal. |
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Track Shoe Options
There are several shoe options to choose from with the Caterpillar oscillating undercarriage. |
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 | | Double Grouser Track Shoe
- Provides good balance of traction and a smooth ride.
- Available with trapezoidal center hole that resists track packing and track chain tightening.
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- Aggressive track for good chopping action in debris.
- Offers the best traction in poor underfoot conditions.
- Available with trapezoidal center hole that resists track packing and track chanin tightening.
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- Aggressive chopping action.
- Longest wearing track shoe in abrasive conditions.
- Smoothest ride on hard surfaces.
- For transfer stations and demolition applications.
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Work Tools
- General Purpose Bucket
- Multi-Purpose Bucket
- Extreme-Service Multi-Purpose Bucket
- Refuse Bucket
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Serviceability
The 973C WH design offers reduced maintenance, convenient access to components, easy diagnostic capabilities, as well as easy and economical component replacement possibilities. Cat dealers also provide quick parts availability. |
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Reduced Maintenance
The 973C WH has many service features incorporated in the machine including:
- Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant for extended change intervals.
- Sealed electrical connectors lock out dust and moisture.
- Caterpillar XT™ hydraulic hose, in medium and high-pressure circuits, provide high abrasion resistance and far exceed industry standards.
- O-Ring Face Seals (ORFS) hydraulic couplings help eliminate fluid leaks, provide positive seals, and are reusable for lower operating costs.
- Removable floor panels in the cab to access the engine, and hystat and implement pumps.
- Extended change intervals for engine and hydraulic/hystat oil.
- Scheduled Oil Sampling Fluids Analysis helps avoid unnecessary downtime. S•O•SSM fluid taps make oil sampling easier.
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Service Intervals
The time between fluid and filter service intervals has been significantly increased, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity for the 973C WH. Engine:
· Oil change - 500 hours or every 3 months.
· Oil filter - 500 hours or every 3 months.
· Fuel (water separator) - 500 hours or every 3 months.
· Fuel (secondary filter) - 500 hours or every 3 months.
· Air (precleaner, primary and secondary filters) - as required.
· Coolant ELC - 6,000 hours or every 4 years.*
· Coolant Extender - 3,000 hours or every 3 years*.
Power Train/Implement Hydraulic:
· Filters - Every 2,000 hours or yearly.
· Oil - Every 4,000 hours or 2 years.*
· Final Drive Oil - Every 2,000 hours or yearly.
· Pump Drive Gear Oil - Every 2,000 hours or yearly.
Lubricate the Pivot Shaft:
· Every 250 hours or 3 months.
* If scheduled fluid sample S·O·S fluid analysis results are favorable. Always consult SEBU6250 for the latest fluid recommendations. |
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Easy Component Access
The rear engine design and large engine access doors make it easy to reach the engine, electrical components, hydrostatic system, and batteries. Hydraulic and fuel filters are located close to each other. Removable cab floor panels create easy access to internal components. The hydrostatic drive system features separate pumps and motors for low replacement or rebuild cost. All lubrication points are accessible from ground level. The swing-out grille, now standard, reduces downtime and the cost for cleaning, inspection, and repair of the cooling package. |
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This option allows the customer or dealer to obtain machine diagnostics and location from their offices. Product Link provides updates on service meter hours, machine condition, machine location, and integrated mapping/route planning. |
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Easy Diagnosis
The Caterpillar Monitoring System (CMS) and self-diagnosing Electronic Hydraulic Control (EHC) work together to warn against both occurring and impending faults to reduce downtime. The electrical wiring is color-coded and numbered for easy diagnosis and repair. |
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 | | Total Customer Support
Your Caterpillar dealer offers a wide range of services which can be set up with a Customer Support Agreement. A customized plan, from PM service to total machine maintenance, with flexible financing, allows for optimal return on investment. |
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Product Support
A wide range of services can be set up under a Customer Support Agreement (CSA) with the equipment purchase. Assist your customer in choosing a plan that can cover everything from Preventative Maintenance (PM) to Total Maintenance and Repair (TM&R). |
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Remanufactured Components
Consider remanufactured parts. They offer the same warranty and reliability as new products at a cost savings of 40 to 70 percent. |
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Service Capability
As a Caterpillar dealer, whether in the fully equipped shop or in the field, you offer well trained service technicians using the latest technology and tools. |
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Selection
Assist your customer in making detailed comparisons of the machines they are considering before they buy. How long do components last? What is the cost of preventive maintenance? What is the true cost of lost production? |
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Purchase
Consider the financing options available as well as day-to-day operating costs. This is also the time to look at services which can be included in the cost of the machine to yield lower equipment owning and operating costs over the long run. |
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Operation
Improving your customer's operating techniques can boost their profits. Training videotapes, literature, Cat Equipment Training (CET), and other ideas can help your customer increase productivity. |
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Replacement
Repair, rebuild, or replace? Help evaluate the cost involved so your customer's can make the right choice. |
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Maintenance
More and more equipment buyers are planning for effective maintenance before buying equipment. Assist your customer's in choosing from your dealership's wide range of maintenance services at the time of their purchase. Repair option programs guarantee the cost of repairs up front. Diagnostic programs such as Scheduled Oil Sampling and Technical Analysis help avoid unscheduled repairs. |
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