Hydraulic Excavator 336 User Manual

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User Manual

Hydraulic Excavator 336

NEXT GENERATION EXCAVATORSCat® Next Generation Excavators offer you more choices than ever for your business.

+ MORE MODEL OPTIONS
+ MORE STANDARD TECHNOLOGIES
+ MORE PRICE POINTS

Ready to help you make your business stronger, Cat Next Generation Excavators give you new ways to get the most work done at the lowest cost – so you put more money in your pocket.

THE CAT® 336

MOVING THE STANDARD HIGHER

The CAT 336 raises the bar for efficiency and fuel economy in this size class. With the industry’s highest level of standard factory technology, a cab made for operator comfort, plus lower fuel and maintenance costs, the 336 will help make your operation more productive and profitable.

INCREASE OPERATING EFFICIENCY UP TO 45%

The Cat 336 offers the industry’s highest level of standard factory-equipped technology, including Cat GRADE with 2D, GRADE with Assist, and PAYLOAD.

INCREASE FUEL EFFICIENCY UP TO 15%²

A precise combination of lower engine speed and large hydraulic pump pressure and flow delivers more work per unit of fuel.

LOWER MAINTENANCE COSTS UP TO 20%³

Extended maintenance intervals increase uptime and reduce costs.

Operator efficiency gains compared to traditional grading methods.
Compared to the 336F.
Compared to the 336F. Cost reduction based on 12,000 hours of operation.

SCENARIO:

Cat® Excavators loading Cat 730 trucks using 219 L (58 gal) of fuel each day.

STANDARD CAT TECHNOLOGIES

GETS JOBS DONE FASTER WITH LESS REWORK

Cat Technology gives you the edge. Operators of all experience levels will dig, load, and grade with more confidence, speed, and accuracy. The result?

Better productivity and lower costs.

WHAT WOULD YOU DO WITH 4.5 MORE WEEKS?

INCREASE EFFICIENCY UP TO 45% WITH CAT TECHNOLOGY

STANDARD, SIMPLE-TO-USE TECHNOLOGIES INCLUDE:

AVAILABLE OPTIONAL UPGRADES

Cat GRADE with Advanced 2D and Cat GRADE with 3D increase productivity and expand grading capabilities. GRADE with Advanced 2D adds in-field design capabilities through an additional 254 mm (10 inch) high-resolution touchscreen monitor. GRADE with 3D adds GPS and GLONASS positioning for pinpoint accuracy. Plus it’s easier than ever to connect to 3D services like Trimble Connected Community or Virtual Reference Station with the excavator’s built-in communication technology.

CAT LINK TECHNOLOGY

TAKES THE GUESSWORK OUT OF MANAGING YOUR EQUIPMENT

CAT LINK telematics technology helps take the complexity out of managing your jobsites – by gathering data generated by your equipment, materials, and people and serving it up to you in customizable formats.

PRODUCT LINK™Product Link™ collects data automatically and accurately from your assets – any type and any brand. Information such as location, hours, fuel usage, productivity, idle time, maintenance alerts, diagnostic codes, and machine health can be viewed online through web and mobile applications.

VISIONLINK®Access information anytime, anywhere with VisionLink – and use it to make informed decisions that boost productivity, lower costs, simplify maintenance, and improve safety and security on your jobsite. With different subscription level options, your Cat dealer can help you configure exactly what you need to connect your fleet and manage your business without paying for extras you don’t want. Subscriptions are available with cellular or satellite reporting (or both).

Remote Services is a suite of technologies that improve your jobsite efficiency.

Remote Troubleshoot allows your Cat dealer to perform diagnostic testing on your connected machine remotely, pinpointing potential issues while the machine is in operation. Remote Troubleshoot ensures the technician arrives with the correct parts and tools the first time, eliminating additional trips to save you time and money.

Remote Flash updates on-board software without a technician being present, potentially reducing update time by as much as 50%. You can initiate the update when convenient, increasing your overall operating efficiency.

The Cat App helps you manage your assets – at any time – right from your smartphone. You can see your fleet location, hours, and other information you need to see. You will get critical alerts for required maintenance, and you can even request service from your local Cat dealer.

Caterpillar releases products, services and technologies in each region at different time intervals. Please verify with your local Cat dealer for technology availability and specifications.

CAB TAKES THE HARD OUT OF WORK

Sites where excavators typically work are rugged and challenging. That’s why it’s important that the 336 cab protects the operator as much as possible from the fatigue, stresses, sounds, and temperatures of the job.

WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK.BACK PAIN IS ONE OF THE MOST COMMON REASONS PEOPLE MISS WORK.*

NEW CAB:All controls are in front of the operator. That means almost no twisting is required.

OLD CAB: 2,000+ twists a year to reach controls in back of cab that can strain your back.

ASSUME 1 TWIST PER HOUR1 TWIST × 8-HOUR WORKDAY = 8 TWISTS PER DAY8 TWISTS × 5 WORKDAYS PER WEEK = 40 TWISTS PER WEEK40 TWISTS × 52 WEEKS PER YEAR = 2,080 TWISTS PER YEAR

* SOURCE: HTTPS://WWW.NINDS.NIH.GOV/DISORDERS/PATIENT CAREGIVEREDUCATION/ FACT-SHEETS/LOW-BACK-PAIN-FACT-SHEET

SEAT AND JOYSTICK CONSOLE REDUCE FATIGUEComfort and efficiency of movement keep operators productive and alert all shift long. The standard seat is wide and adjustable for operators of virtually any size. The Deluxe cab package includes a heated air suspension seat; the Premium seat is both heated and cooled.

A QUIET, SAFE WORKSPACEBUILDS OPERATOR CONFIDENCE

SAFETY FEATURES

LOOK OUT FOR YOUR PEOPLE AND YOUR EQUIPMENT

Routine maintenance checks can be performed faster, easier, and safer with ground-level access to the air precleaner, the fuel water separator, fuel tank water and sediment drains, and cooling system coolant level check.

KEEP YOUR EXCAVATOR SECUREUse your PIN code on the monitor, the optional Bluetooth key fob, or your smartphone to enable the push-button start.

1,148 WAYS TO STAY SAFE.

PROTECTION IN ALL DIRECTIONS

STANDARD 2D E-FENCE TECHNOLOGYWhether you are using a bucket or hammer, standard 2D E-Fence automatically stops excavator motion using boundaries you set in the monitor for the entire working envelope – above, below, sides and front. E-Fence protects equipment from damage and reduces fines related to zoning or underground utility damage. Automatic boundaries even help prevent operator fatigue by reducing overswinging and digging.

LOWER MAINTENANCE COSTS UP TO 20%

With extended maintenance intervals, you get more done at a lower cost compared to the 336F. Consolidated filter locations make service faster. Hydraulic, air, and fuel tank filters have increased capacity and longer life.

KEY MAINTENANCE COST REDUCTIONS INCLUDE:

+ Consolidated filter locations to reduce service time.
+ Oil and fuel filters with extended maintenance intervals.
+ Advanced air filter with double the dust holding capacity of the previous filter.

WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH YOUR SAVINGS?

INCREASE YOUR PRODUCTIVITY AND PROFIT

WITH CAT ATTACHMENTS

You can easily expand the performance of your machine by utilizing any of the variety of Cat Attachments. Each Cat Attachment is designed to fit the weight and horsepower of Cat Excavators for improved performance, safety, and stability.

PREVENT HAMMER WEAR AND TEARTurn on through the monitor and the hammer will automatically stop after 30 seconds of continuous firing, preventing both tool and excavator from overworking.

ATTACHMENT TRACKING MADE EASY

The Cat PL161 Attachment Locator is a Bluetooth device that makes finding your attachments and other gear quick and easy. The excavator’s onboard Bluetooth reader or Cat App on your phone will locate the device automatically.

Save more time and energy with the available work tool recognition feature. A simple shake of the attached tool confirms its identity; it also ensures all the attachment settings are correct so you can get to work quickly and efficiently.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

See cat.com for complete specifications.

STANDARD & OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Not all features are available in all regions. Please check with your local Cat dealer for specific offering availability in your area.For additional information, refer to the Technical Specifications brochures for the 336 GC and 336 models available at www.cat.com or your Cat dealer.

For more complete information on Cat products, dealer services and industry solutions, visit us on the web at www.cat.com

Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice. Featured machines in photos may include additional equipment. See your Cat dealer for available options.

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AEXQ2358-04Replaces AEXQ2358-03Build Number: 07C(Aus-NZ, Eur, Japan, N Am)