| Replaceable Wear Strip | Replaceable wear strip enhances end gate service life. |
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| Bolt-On Design | Bolt-on design allows easy end gate installation and removal. |
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| Glow Plug Ignition | Glow plug ignition is actuated from the main screed control boxes. |
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| Nylon Sleeve Protection | Exposed hoses have nylon sleeve protection to reduce abrasion. |
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| Screed Plates | Screed plates deliver a high-quality mat and a long service life. |
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| Abrasion Resistant Alloy Steel | Screed plates are constructed of abrasion resistant alloy steel that resists damage and provides an enhanced service life. |
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| Precompaction And Material Flow | Curved nose bar design provides precompaction and enhances material flow under the screed. |
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| Nose Bar And Screed Plate Replacements | Nose bar and screed plate replacement are simplified with tapped holes and studs. |
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| Heavy-Duty Mounting Platform | Heavy-duty mounting platforms provide rigid support for screed plates, which simplifies leveling. |
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| Screed Plate Leveling | Save time with the trailing edge screed plate leveling system. |
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| Quick And Convenient | Screed plate leveling is quick and convenient with the trailing edge adjusting system. |
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| Trailing Edge Adjusting System | The trailing edge adjusting system saves time when installing new screed plates or when adjusting existing plates. |
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| Extra Corrosion Resistance | The trailing edge adjusting bolt system hardware is plated to provide extra corrosion resistance. |
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| End Gates | Easy-to-adjust end gates ensure a good joint with the adjacent mat. |
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| Spring-Loaded End Gates | Spring-loaded end gates create a downward force that causes the gates to follow the profile of the surface being paved, assuring a good joint with the adjacent mat. |
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| False-Wall Design | False-wall design reduces mix contact with the sliding portion of the gate, providing easy gate adjustments. |
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| Full-Length End Gate | Full-length end gate contains material, providing an optimal longitudinal joint. |
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| Triangular Extender Configuration | Triangular configuration of the extender supports provide torsional resistance and rigidity. |
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| Support Provided For Each Extender | Two extendable support tubes and a third frame member provide support for each extender. |
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| Visual Graduated Scales | Visual graduated scales indicate the distance that the extenders move in or out. |
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| Hydraulically Driven Vibrators | Hydraulically driven vibrators located on the extenders are synchronized with the main screed to match frequency and amplitude. |
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| Vertical Height Adjustment | Vertical height adjustment allows the extenders to match the main screed height. |
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| Adjustable Plate | An adjustable plate on the inboard side of each extender provides a tight joint in order to prevent asphalt from bleeding between the main screed and the extender. |
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| Diesel Screed Plate Heating System | Highly efficient burner system provides fast, even screed plate heating. |
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| Four Diesel Fuel Burners | Four diesel fuel burners, two on the main screed and one on each extender, provide fast screed plate heating. |
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| Even Heat Distribution | Burners on main screed and extenders are mounted on a replaceable, baffled combustion chamber with flame deflectors that direct heat to screed plates, providing even heat distribution. |
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| Full-Length Insulation | Full-length insulation over the combustion chamber enhances heating efficiency and minimizes heat transfer to the screed frame. |
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| Built-In Timer | A built-in timer allows 15 minutes of screed plate heating, preventing overheating of the plates. |
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| Electric Screed Plate Heating System | Highly efficient electric heating system provides warm-up time in 30 minutes or less. |
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| Heating Elements | Heating elements provide a warm-up time to 122° C (220° F) in 30 minutes or less when ambient temperatures are 22° C (40° F) and above. |
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| Multi-Zone Heating Element | Multi-zone heating element configuration provides even heat distribution. |
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| Screed Control Panel | Screed control panel includes three temperature settings that are able to accommodate normal hot mix asphalt and extended temperature based mixes. |
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| Regulated Screed Plate Temperature | Controller automatically regulates the screed plate temperature to the selected setting. |
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| Minimal Operator Training | On-board diagnostics and screed control panel require minimal operator training. |
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| Generator System (Tractor Option) | Continuous-duty integrated design ensures peak performance and high reliability. |
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| Industrial, Single-Phase Generator | Industrial, single-phase generator operates at 1800 rpm, includes GFCI breaker protection and provides low sound levels. |
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| Single Control Switch | Single control switch located on the tractor’s operating console activates the generator. |
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| Full Power | Full power is provided to the electric screed and the optional auxiliary power panel while the engine is operating at idle speed. |
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| Dual Bearings | Dual bearings with seals extend service life and internal electronic voltage regulation provides consistent power. |
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| Auxiliary Power Panel (Tractor Option) | The auxiliary power panel provides efficient power for night-time lighting and other job-site power needs. |
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| Auxiliary Power Panel | Optional auxiliary power panel provides 8 kW of power and includes four 120-volt and two 240-volt receptacles. |
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| Ground Fault Circuit Interruption | The 20-amp receptacles are circuit breaker protected with ground fault circuit interruption (GFCI). |
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| Auxiliary Power Panel Door | Auxiliary power panel door can remain closed while power cords are attached to the receptacles providing protection. |
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| Serviceability | Extend-A Mat screeds are easy and fast to service. |
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| Easy Service And Maintenance | This screed has been designed for easy service and maintenance with special emphasis given to component access. |
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| Hydraulic Hoses And Electrical Wiring | Hydraulic hoses and electrical wiring harnesses are cleanly routed and clamped to reduce wear and provide easy service. |
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| Diesel Fuel Burner Lines | Diesel fuel burner lines are equipped with a quick-disconnect coupling that simplifies switching from the screed plate heating system to the wash-down system. |
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| Remote-Mounted Fittings | Remote-mounted fittings for vibrator bearings provide simplified lubrication access. |
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| Hydraulic Leaks | O-Ring face seal fittings and couplings provide maximum protection against hydraulic leaks. |
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| Vibrator System Hydraulic Lines | Vibrator system hydraulic lines are constructed of steel tubing, providing durability and resistance to damage. |
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| High-Quality Components | Integrity of the electrical system is ensured with the use of high-quality components. |
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| Electrical Standards | The Caterpillar electrical standards, developed to enhance reliability and durability, feature soldered, molded, numbered and color-coded wires. Nylon-braided wrap protects the electrical wires. |
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| Electrical Schematics | Electrical schematics detailing wire numbers, wire colors and component part numbers are located in the service manual. |
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