Global Manpower Development

324E/329E Hydraulic Excavator

ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM AND MONITOR
Module 2 - Text Reference

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• Monitor and associated
electronic control system
overview
• Monitoring system consists of:
- Hardware (ECMs) and software
(flash files)
- Data Links
- Wiring harnesses
- Electrical components and
devices
• Allows the operator to view
information and configure
operator parameters
• Allows the technician to view
information, clear error codes,
reset machine maintenance
intervals, configure parameters,
test electrical components, and
override ECM commands
• Troubleshooting tool
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E-SERIES ELECTRONIC CONTROL AND MONITORING SYSTEM
The new E-Series HEX monitor is similar in function to the D-Series monitor but is
simpler and easier to navigate. The monitor (1) is a full color Liquid Crystal Display
(LCD) that provides vital operating and performance information in either metric or
English units. The monitor is capable of multiple language display in an easy-to-
navigate format.
The monitor provides the service technician with diagnostic, configuration, and
calibration capabilities, as well as real time status of most electronic devices on
the machine. The monitor also displays warning information, filter and fluid change
information, and start-up level checks of hydraulic oil, engine oil, and engine coolant
for the operator.
The Work Area Vision System (WAVS) rearview camera is now standard equipment
and the camera image can be displayed on the monitor’s screen, when selected.
(Up to three different WAVS cameras may be displayed on the screen.)
The new soft keys (2) and arrow keys (3) allow the operator or service technician
to navigate and scroll through all the available screens and lists, and to input
information. The function of each of the five soft keys changes, according to the
display above the keys. The arrow keys are used to scroll through menu selections
and lists displayed on the screen.
The 10 soft switches on the soft switch panel (right side instrument panel) can be
used as a keyboard to input the numbers one through ten to the monitor.
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ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM

(01) (02) (03) (04)
Operator Controls Machine WAVS E-Series
(Switches/Sensors) ECM Cameras Monitor

(05) (07) Machine CAN Data Link

Machine
Status (06) (11) CAN 2 (J1939)
Inputs (08) Engine ECM
Switch Data Link
Panel
ECM

(10) Engine Local (09) Cat Data Link

CAN Data Link

(15)
Cat ET

(13) Gateway
Worldview ECM
(12) Soot Sensors and (14) Comm
RF Soot Monitor Adapter II 4_1

324E/329E ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM

• 324E and 329E electronic control
systems are similar to the 300D
Series machines
The Electronic Control System controls many of the functions of the 324E and 329E
Hydraulic Excavators. The system contains a redesigned monitor for the E-Series
Hydraulic Excavators. The “look and feel” of the new monitor, the menus, and the
operation of the monitor is different from the D-Series monitors. The capabilities of
the new monitor have expanded and most functions include on-screen prompts and
instructions that lead the technician step-by-step through most procedures, similar to
Cat ET.

• Electronic control system
contains a minimum of four data
links:
- CAN 2 (J1939) Data Link
- Cat Data Link
- Machine CAN Data Link
(between Machine ECM, Switch
Panel ECM, and Monitor)
- Engine Local CAN Data Link
(between the Engine ECM, the
Combustion Valve Module, and
the RF Soot Monitor)
The E-Series Electronic Control System uses a minimum of three data links to
manage communications between ECMs, Cat ET, and machine components:
• The Engine ECM (08), the Machine ECM (02), the Monitor (04), Cat ET
(15), and the Gateway WorldView ECM (13) all communicate with each
other via the Cat Data Link (09) and via the high speed CAN 2 (J1939)
Data Link (11).
• Machine status inputs (05), such as the hydraulic oil temperature
sensor, are now inputs to the Switch Panel ECM (06). The Switch
Panel ECM communicates with the Machine ECM and the Monitor on a
dedicated Machine CAN Data Link (07). (The Switch Panel ECM is not
connected to the Cat Data Link.)
• The RF Soot Monitor (12) communicates with the Engine ECM through
a separate dedicated Engine Local CAN Data Link (10).

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324E/329E HYDRAULIC EXCAVATORS - C7.1 ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Input Components
(02) Engine Local
(04) RF Soot Sensors and
Soot Sensor Module
(05) Combustion Air Valve Position Sensor
(06) Fan Speed Sensor (if equipped)
(07) Engine Oil Pressure Sensor
(08) Engine Oil Level Switch
(09) Back-up Throttle Switch
(10) Back-up Throttle Mode Switch
(11) Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor
(12) Fuel Temperature Sensor
(13) Intake Manifold Air Pressure Sensor
(14) Atmospheric Pressure Sensor
(15) Coolant Temperature Sensor
(16) Coolant Level Switch
(17) Intake Manifold Air Temperature Sensor
(18) Air Filter Restriction Pressure Sensor
(19) Crank Speed/Timing Sensor
(20) Cam Speed/Timing Sensor
(21) NRS Valve Position Sensor
• Discussion regarding engine
input components to the Engine
ECM
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Machine ECM
(01)
CAN Data Link Engine ECM Monitor
(03) CAN 2 and Gateway Worldview ECM
Cat Data Links
Switch Panel ECM
(22) Key Start Switch
(23) Ground Level Shutdown Switch
(24) NRS Inlet Pressure Sensor
(25) NRS Differential Pressure Sensor
(26) NRS Air Temperature Sensor
(27) Charge Air Temperature Sensor
(28) ARD Pilot Fuel Pressure Sensor
(29) ARD Flame Detection Temperature Sensor
(30) DPF Inlet Air Temperature Sensor
(31) DPF Inlet Air Pressure Sensor
(32) CEM Identification Module
(33) Combustion Air Valve Pressure Sensor
(34) Inlet Air Temperature Sensor
(35) Cat Regeneration System Switch
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The illustration above shows the direct engine input components to the Engine ECM
(01) for the C7.1 ACERT Tier 4 Interim engine that are installed either in the engine
or on the Clean Emissions Module (CEM) of the 324E and the 329E Hydraulic
Excavators. The components of the CEM will be discussed in the Emissions module
of this training package.
The Engine ECM can send and receive sensor signal information from other ECM’s
over the Cat Data Link or the CAN 2 (J1939) Data Link (03). Sensor data monitored
by the Engine ECM is made available to the E-Series monitor over the CAN 2 (J1939)
Data Link. Desired engine speed is communicated to the Engine ECM from the
engine speed dial, which is integrated into the Switch Panel ECM. The switch Panel
ECM communicates to the Machine ECM via the Machine CAN Data Link.
The Soot Sensor Module (04) communicates with the Engine ECM over a dedicated
Engine Local CAN Data Link (02).
The Engine ECM monitors all of the input component signals and controls the engine
output components appropriately. The Engine ECM also considers data from the
Machine ECM, the Switch Panel ECM, and the monitor for controlling engine output
components. (The engine speed dial, or throttle control, is integrated into the Switch
Panel ECM.)
For example: The hydraulic oil temperature sensor is monitored by the Switch
Panel ECM, which shares that data with the Machine ECM, which in turn, shares the
data with the Engine ECM. The Engine ECM uses that data as one of the inputs for
controlling cooling fan speed, if the visconic clutch fan is installed on the machine.
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324E/329E HYDRAULIC EXCAVATORS - C7.1 ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Output Components
(03) Combustion Air Valve Motor
(04) Fuel Injection Pump Control Valve
(05) Fuel Lift Pump Motor
(06) CRS Fuel Pump Motor
(07) Fuel Injectors
(08) Glow Plug Relay
(09) Visconic Demand Fan Coil
(10) Ether Aid Solenoid
• Discussion regarding engine
output components controlled by
the Engine ECM
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(01) Machine ECM
Engine ECM
Monitor
(02) CAN 2 and
Cat Data Links Gateway Worldview ECM
(11) Intake Air Throttle Valve Motor
(12) Turbo Wastegate Control Valve
(13) ARD Pilot Fuel Solenoid Valve
(14) NRS Valve Motor
(15) ARD Igniter
(16) ARD Ignition Coil
(17) ARD Fuel Nozzle Heater Relay
(18) +5 Volt Supply
(19) +8 Volt Supply
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The illustration above shows the output components that are controlled by the Engine
ECM (01) for the Tier 4 Interim C7.1 ACERT engine installed in the 324E and the
329E Hydraulic Excavators. The components of the CEM will be discussed in more
detail in the Emissions module of this training package.
Sensor data monitored by other ECMs that may be used to control engine functions
is transmitted to the Engine ECM over the CAN 2 (J1939) Data Link (03). Other data
is made available to other ECMs on the machine through other CAN or the Cat Data
Links. The Engine ECM can provide engine and CEM mounted sensor data to any
other ECM or Cat ET over the Cat Data Link or the CAN 2 Data Link. However, the
CAN 2 Data Link is the primary communication path used by the ECM.
For example: During BOOM DOWN movement when boom regeneration is active,
the Machine ECM shares the appropriate boom regeneration data (from machine
switches and sensors) with the Engine ECM, which lowers engine rpm during the
regeneration condition. This strategy helps conserve fuel when the higher engine
rpm is not required.
Status data monitored by the Engine ECM is made available to the E-Series monitor
over the Machine CAN Data Link. Other data is made available to other ECMs on
the machine through the other CAN or Cat Data Links.
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324E/329E HYDRAULIC EXCAVATORS - MACHINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (05) Monitor
Input and Output Components
(01)
Machine ECM
(02) Key (07) Cat ET
Start Switch
(03) CAN 2 (06) Cat Data Link
(44)
Engine ECM (J1939) Data Link

(45) Machine
CAN Data Link (08) Gateway
Worldview ECM
(04) Switch Panel ECM

(09) Drive Pump Pressure Sensor

(28) Hydraulic Lock Solenoid

(10) Idler Pump Pressure Sensor

(29) Straight Travel Solenoid
(11) Boom Cylinder Head End Pressure Sensor
(30) NFC 1 PRV

(12) NFC 1 Pressure Sensor

(31) NFC 2 PRV

(13) NFC 2 Pressure Sensor

(32) Boom Regeneration PRV

(14) Hydraulic Lockout Switch

(33) Swing Priority Solenoid
(15) Boom Down Control Pressure Sensor
(34) Power Shift PRV
(16) Swing Control Pressure Sensor
(35) Swing Brake Solenoid
(17) Implement Control Pressure Switch

(36) Two-Speed Travel Solenoid

(18) Left Travel Control Pressure Switch

(37) Attachment Solenoid #1

(19) Right Travel Control Pressure Switch

(38) Attachment Solenoid #2

(20) Straight Travel Control Pressure Switch

(21) One-Touch Low Idle Switch (39) Attachment Solenoid #3

(22) Left Joystick Sliding Switch (40) Attachment Solenoid #4

OUTPUT COMPONENTS
(23) Right Joystick Sliding Switch

(24) Left Joystick Upper Switch (26) Right Joystick Upper Switch

(25) Left Joystick Lower Switch (27) Right Joystick Lower Switch

INPUT COMPONENTS 8_1

• Discussion regarding input The illustration above shows the input components to the Machine ECM (01) and the
and output components of the output components that are controlled by the Machine ECM.
Machine ECM
The Machine ECM can send sensor signal information to other ECMs and the
monitor (05) over the Cat Data Link (06) or the CAN 2 (J1939) Data Link (03). Data
is exchanged between the Switch Panel ECM (04), the monitor, and the Machine
ECM over the dedicated Machine CAN Data Link (45).

Information is exchanged in both directions between the Switch Panel ECM and the
Engine ECM (44) for operation of machine functions and engine control.

For example: If the machine has been idle for five seconds or longer, the Engine
ECM lowers engine rpm to a preset level, in an effort to conserve fuel. If the operator
then moves the left joystick to the SWING RIGHT position, the Swing Control Pressure
Sensor (16) signals the Machine ECM, which responds by ENERGIZING the Swing
Brake Solenoid (35) to RELEASE the swing parking brake. This same data is shared
with the Engine ECM via the CAN 2 Data Link or the Cat Data Link, which responds
by elevating engine rpm to the level set on the engine speed dial. (Engine rpm will
also be raised back to the speed dial setting when any hydraulic function is activated.
The signal from any of the control pressure switches or sensors will cause the engine
rpm to be returned to the engine speed dial setting.)
The engine speed dial is integrated into the Switch Panel ECM, but does not
communicate directly with the Engine ECM. The engine speed dial data is
communicated to the Machine ECM over the Machine CAN Data Link, which shares
the information with the Engine ECM over the CAN 2 Data Link or the Cat Data
Link.

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324E/329E SWITCH PANEL ECM
INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
(04) Fuel Level Sensor
(05) Hydraulic Oil Temp. Sensor
(06) Hydraulic Oil Level Switch
(07) Return Oil Filter Switch
(08) Quick Coupler Unlock Switch
(09) Fine Swing Switch
(10) Second Hyd Filter Switch (Attach.)
(11) OLWD Alarm Switch
(12) Water In Fuel Sensor
(13) Seat Belt Switch
(14) Alternator Terminal
(27) Machine CAN Data Link
• Overview of inputs to and
outputs from the Switch Panel
ECM
• The Switch Panel ECM receives
and sends signals through the
Machine CAN Data Link
• The Switch Panel ECM is not
programmable
• Switch states are shared with
other ECMs - some are monitored
and some are not monitored
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(01) Switch
Panel ECM
(15) Engine Speed Dial
(16) Quick Coupler Unlock Solenoid
(17) Fine Swing Solenoid
(18) Washer
(19) Wiper Low
(20) Wiper Intermittant 3
(21) Wiper Intermittant 6
(22) Cab Lamp Relay
(23) Boom Lamp Relay
(24) Travel Alarm
(25) Quick Coupler Bypass Solenoid
(26) Heavy Lift Solenoid
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(02) (03)
Key Start Battery
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The switch panel (01) contains a small ECM. This switch Panel ECM is not
programmable (cannot be flashed). The Switch Panel ECM is powered by the battery
(03) when the key start switch (02) is turned to the ON position. The engine speed
dial (15) is integrated into the Switch Panel ECM and the data from the speed dial is
shared with the monitor and the Machine ECM through the Machine CAN Data Link
(27). The Machine ECM shares that same data with the Engine ECM via the Cat
Data Link or the CAN 2 (J1939) Data Link.
The Switch Panel ECM receives input signals from the soft switch panel and
numerous switches, sensors, and senders on the machine. The Switch Panel ECM
also controls a number of functions on the machine. Information from other ECMs is
shared with the Switch Panel ECM through the Machine CAN Data Link and is taken
into consideration by the software when switch panel functions are initiated, like the
travel alarm (24).
The soft switches and the rocker switches control machine functions, most of which
are monitored. The switch panel shares this information with the monitor and the
Machine ECM through the Machine CAN Data Link.
An example of this shared information is the Water In Fuel Sensor (12). When the
water level in the primary fuel filter sediment bowl raises to a level that the sensor
probes can detect, the sensors send signals to the Switch Panel ECM. The Switch
Panel ECM shares that data with the monitor over the Machine CAN Data Link. The
monitor then displays the “Water In Fuel” alert on the screen and logs a code.
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E-SERIES HEX MONITOR
INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
(04) WAVS Video Signal 1
(05) WAVS Video Signal 2
(06) WAVS Video Signal 3
(07) Cat Data Link
(08) CAN 2 (J1939) Data Link
(09) Machine CAN Data Link
• Overview of inputs to and
outputs from the monitor
• Monitor receives and sends
signals through the CAN 1 Data
Link, the Local CAN Data Link,
and the Cat Data Link
• Monitor is programmed (flashed)
using Cat ET over the Cat Data
Link
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(01) Monitor
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(02) (03)
Key Start Battery
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The illustration above shows the direct inputs to the monitor (01). The monitor
contains an ECM that is programmable, using Cat ET or a USB storage device. The
monitor is supplied with power from the machine batteries (03) when the key start
switch (02) is turned to the ON position.
The monitor is the interface between the operator or service technician and the other
ECMs on the machine, along with most of their input and output components. The
monitor communicates with the other ECMs through the CAN 2 (J1939) Data Link
(08), the Machine CAN Data Link (09), and the Cat Data Link (07).
The new E-Series monitor receives direct input signals only from:
• Work Area Vision System (WAVS) camera 1 (04)
• (WAVS) camera 2 (05)
• (WAVS) camera 3 (06)
The monitor can display images from three video cameras, if equipped, giving the
operator 360 degree visibility around the machine.
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• Monitoring system component
location and identification
• Monitor
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Monitoring System Component Location
The E-Series monitor is the interface between all of the ECMs on the machine, the
electronic input and output components connected to the ECMs, and the operator
and technician.
The monitor is located in the right front corner of the operator compartment.
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• Monitoring system component
location and identification:
• Right side instrument panel
contains:
- Key start switch
- Engine speed dial
- Soft Switch ECM with soft
switch panel above
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Outboard of the right armrest is the right side instrument panel. The instrument
panel contains the following components and controls that are inputs to the monitoring
system.
The four position key-start switch (1) is monitored by and supplies power to all of
the ECMs on the machine.
The engine speed dial (2) is integrated into the Switch Panel ECM. The Switch
Panel ECM is not programmable. The engine speed dial is a direct input to the
Switch Panel ECM, but the information is shared with the Monitor, and the Machine
ECM through the Machine CAN Data Link. The information may be further shared
with other ECMs via the Cat Data Link or the CAN 2 (J1939) Data Link from the
Machine ECM.
The soft switch panel (3) is also integrated into the Switch Panel ECM. The soft
switches also serve as a numeric keyboard for entering numbers into various fields
in monitor screens.
The rocker switches and the quick-coupler switch (4) are also inputs to various
ECMs. Depending on how the machine is equipped, there are numerous variations
on what switches and how many switches are located here. At a minimum, the panel
will include the manual regeneration switch (far right) for regeneration of the Tier 4
Interim engine’s Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).
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• Soft switch panel - switch
identification and brief
explanation of the dual function
of each switch:
1. Power Mode switch
2. Two Speed Travel switch
3. Automatic Engine Control (AEC)
switch
4. Travel Alarm Cancel switch
5. Work Tool Control switch
6. WAVS Camera switch
7. Work Light switch
8. Window Wiper switch
9. Window Washer switch
10. Heavy Lift Control switch
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The soft switch panel now contains ten buttons, or soft switches. Each soft switch
has a dual function
• activate the function depicted by its icon, and
• enter a number into the monitor on screens requiring data input.
When entering data into the monitor, the soft switch panel can now be used as a
keyboard to input the numbers 0-9. Each soft switch and its function is outlined
below:
The Power Mode switch (1) toggles through the three power mode settings. The
three power modes that can be selected are ECONOMY, STANDARD HYDRAULIC
POWER, and HIGH HYDRAULIC POWER. Note that the High Power Mode may not
be available for selection in certain marketing areas. (This switch may also be used
to input the number “1” on the monitor screen.)
The Two Speed Travel switch (2) toggles between low speed and auto (high/low)
track speed when pressed. When the “rabbit” indicator is illuminated, the auto speed
function is active. When the “tortoise” indicator is lit, the low speed function is active.
(This switch may also be used to input the number “2” on the monitor screen.)
The Automatic Engine Control (AEC) switch (3) activates and deactivates the
AEC function, which automatically reduces engine speed when there is no hydraulic
demand, reducing fuel consumption. The AEC function is automatic at start-up and
cannot be completely disabled. The AEC strategy is outlined below:
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• Monitoring system component
location and identification:
1. Fuse and relay panel
2. Diagnostic connector for Cat ET
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The fuse and relay panel (1) is located inside the cab, behind and to the left of the
operator seat. This photo shows the panel with the trim cover removed.
Beneath the fuse and relay panel is the diagnostic connector (2) for Cat Electronic
Technician (Cat ET™).
A laptop computer with Cat ET software installed can interface with the ECMs on the
machine. The laptop must be connected to the diagnostic connector through a Cat
Communications Adapter II or Communications Adapter III.
Cat ET is used to flash software (install files) on all of the ECMs on the machine
(except the Switch Panel ECM, which is not programmable). Cat ET may also be
used to perform many of the functions that are available through the monitor, such
as viewing/clearing logged codes, performing calibrations, changing operational
parameters, and overriding programmed control of electrical components.
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• Monitoring system component Moving the seat, pedestal, and seat back all the way forward and removing the soft
location and identification trim panel behind the seat gains access to the following components:

1. Product Link (2nd Generation) • Product Link (2nd Generation) radio, if equipped (1)
radio
• Gateway Worldview Module, if the machine is so equipped (2)
2. Gateway Worldview Module
• Machine ECM (3)
3. Machine ECM

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• Monitoring system component
location and identification
• A5:E2 Engine ECM location - left
side of engine faces rear of
machine
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The Engine ECM (A5:E2 Electronic Control Module) is mounted to the left rear of the
engine (arrow). The engine is mounted side-to-side in the machine, so the left side
of the engine faces the rear of the machine.
The Engine ECM receives signals from sensors and senders on the engine, from
controls in the operator compartment, and signals from the monitor and other ECMs
on the machine via data links. The Engine ECM then controls engine functions
accordingly. The Engine ECM also shares the information from engine components
with the monitor and other ECMs through the Data Links.
For example: The Switch Panel ECM sends an electronic signal from the engine
speed dial to the Machine ECM via the Machine CAN Data Link. The Machine ECM
then shares that information with the Engine ECM via the Cat Data Link or the CAN
2 (J1939) Data Link for controlling engine speed.
Conversely, the Engine ECM shares engine speed data from the crank speed/timing
sensor with the Machine ECM via the Cat data link or the CAN 2 (J1939) Data
Link. The Machine ECM then uses that information for controlling the Power Shift
Pressure solenoid.
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• Brief explanation of the displayed
information and its usage on the
monitor HOME screen
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Monitor Operation
The HOME screen for the new E-Series monitor is shown above. This is the default
display when the machine is started. Information shown on the screen above is:
The Clock Display area (1) shows the current time. Depending on how the display
is configured, Service Hour information may also be displayed here.
The Information Display area (2) shows the desired operator information, as
selected using the “Information” soft key (11). (One of four different information
elements can be displayed here, depending on operator preference - Service Hour
Meter, Soot Load, Fuel Consumption Rate, or Fuel Remain Time.) If the Service
Mode has been “unlocked” and is still active from entering the service password, a
small red “Unlocked” icon will also be displayed here.
The Power Mode (3) display shows which Power Mode is currently being used
for machine operation. Depending on the marketing area, one of three selectable
Power Modes may be used (HIGH POWER MODE, STANDARD POWER MODE, or
ECONOMY POWER MODE).
The Engine Speed Dial position display (4) shows the current position of the engine
speed dial setting.
The Engine Coolant Temperature gauge (5) displays the temperature of the engine
coolant.
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• Brief explanation of the displayed
information and its usage on the
monitor MAIN MENU screen
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The MAIN MENU screen for the new E-Series monitor is shown above. This is
default display when the machine is started. Information displayed on the screen
above is:
The Information area (1) displays the current time, engine speed dial setting and
other information, much the same as the Home screen. When the Main Menu is
displayed, the Work Tool number and associated information is displayed here, at
the left.
The Main Menu selection area (2) displays 10 different menu selections for
accessing information, performing service procedures, and setting parameters. Left
to right, and top to bottom, the ten menu selections available are:
• Display Setting
• Language Select
• Performance
• Power Mode Setting
• Maintenance Intervals
• Work Tool Select
• Current Totals
• Engine Shutdown Setting
• Password Change
• Service (not visible above)
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• A USB storage device can be
inserted in the port on the rear of
the monitor
• The USB storage device can be
used to download flash files to
the monitor
• The USB storage device can
also be used to save machine
configuration data, diagnostic
codes and events, and
system and component status
information for future reference
or for troubleshooting
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One of the new features of the E-Series monitor is the capability to download flash
files (software) from a USB device (arrow), using the monitor as the interface.
In addition, data files from several Service Menu options may be saved to a USB
storage device. This information is useful for troubleshooting, in that these data files
can then be attached to e-mail messages or shared with other service personnel for
their viewing.
These data files can also be archived for future reference, in case an ECM has been
replaced or if there is a desire to configure other machines similarly. Data files may
be saved from the following Service Menu selections:
• ECM Summary
• Diagnostic Codes (active and logged)
• Event Codes (active and logged)
• Status (of components listed)
• Configurations (systems parameters)
• Tool Programming (specific tool parameters)
The procedures for saving these data files to a USB storage device is discussed in
detail in the step-by-step instructions for each of these Service Menu selections, later
in this module.
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• Introduction and overview of the
E-Series HEX monitor usage
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USING THE E-SERIES HEX MONITOR
As discussed earlier, there are multiple menu categories from the Main Menu screen
shown above. The number of icons is dependent on how the machine is equipped.
Within each menu category, the information is arranged in a hierarchical format.
When a category is selected from the Main Menu, a sub-menu with further options or
categories is displayed. Most displayed information or service functions are only 2-4
levels deep, making it easy to find the information or the function desired.
The Main Menu screen is displayed in the photo above with the Maintenance Intervals
category highlighted. Nine of the ten available Main Menu categories are displayed.
The Service category is not visible and is arranged below the current screen display,
as indicated by the blue scroll bar at the right of the screen. Any ARROW KEY may
be used to move the blue highlight to the Service category. (The highlight will scroll
UP, DOWN, LEFT, or RIGHT through the 10 categories in an endless loop.)
Once the desired menu category is highlighted, press the OK key to select the
category.
The following pages will guide the user through several screens in each category
and explain the usage of the resulting screens.
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DISPLAY SETTINGS
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• Step-by-step instructions for
using the DISPLAY SETTINGS
category from the monitor MAIN
MENU
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Display Settings
The Display Settings category from the main menu allows the user to adjust the
clock, the display brightness, and the unit of measurement used on the display.
To adjust the clock:
1. From the Main Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the DISPLAY
SETTINGS category. Then press the OK KEY. The Display Settings
Menu will be displayed.
2. From the Display Settings Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight
the CLOCK ADJUSTMENT sub-menu option. Then press the OK KEY.
The Clock Adjust Screen will be displayed.
3. At the Clock Adjust Screen, press the OK key to select the HOUR field.
The HOUR field’s highlight will change from blue to green.
4. With the HOUR field highlighted green, use the UP ARROW KEY or
DOWN ARROW KEY to adjust the HOUR up or down. Then press the
OK KEY again to set the HOUR.
Use the RIGHT ARROW key to highlight the MINUTES field and repeat steps 3 and
4 to adjust and set the MINUTES.
The clock is now adjusted. Press the HOME key to return to the home screen or
press the BACK key to step back up the hierarchy to the desired screen.
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LANGUAGE SELECT
• Step-by-step instructions for
using the LANGUAGE SELECT
category from the monitor MAIN
MENU
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Language Select
The Language Select category from the Main Menu allows the user to choose the
monitor’s display language from a list of available languages. All text on the monitor
will be displayed in the language chosen.
To choose a different language for the text displayed on the monitor:
1. From the Main Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the
LANGUAGE SELECT category. Then press the OK KEY. The
Language Select Menu will be displayed.
2. From the Language Select Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight
the desired language. Then press the OK KEY to confirm the new
language selection.
The monitor will then use the selected language for all text on the display.
Press the HOME key to return to the home screen or press the BACK key to step
back up the hierarchy to the desired screen.
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PERFORMANCE
• Step-by-step instructions for
using the PERFORMANCE
category from the monitor MAIN
MENU
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Performance
The Performance category from the Main Menu allows the user to display a “View
Only” list of vital information about different machine systems. To access the list of
Performance information:
1. From the Main Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the
PERFORMANCE category. Then press the OK key. The Performance
screen will be displayed.
2. From the Performance screen, use the UP ARROW KEY or the
DOWN ARROW KEY to scroll through the list of vital machine system
performance information.
The full list of all available PERFORMANCE information that can be viewed is:
• Battery Voltage (volts)
• Engine Speed (rpm)
• Engine Coolant Temp (degrees F or C)
• Hydraulic Oil Temperature (degrees F or C)
• Pump #1 Outlet Pressure (psi or kPa - Drive Pump)
• Pump #2 Outlet Pressure (psi or kPa - Idler Pump)
• Power Shift Pressure (psi or kPa)
• Regen Status (Manual or Auto)
Press the HOME key to return to the home screen or press the BACK key to step
back up the hierarchy to the desired screen.
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POWER MODE SETTING

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Power Mode Setting

• Step-by-step instructions The Power Mode Setting category from the Main Menu allows the operator or the
for using the POWER MODE technician to enable or DISABLE one, two, or all three Engine Power Modes
SETTING category from the available for machine operation.
monitor MAIN MENU
Each Power Mode changes the top engine rpm and the engine torque associated with
each engine speed dial setting. One or all three power modes may be enabled,
which allows the operator to toggle through the enabled power modes using the
Power Mode Select button on the Soft Switch panel.

The three power modes allow the operator or the service technician to select a mode
of machine operation that best fits the machine application at hand. The three power
modes are:
• High Horsepower Mode, which favors maximum engine power and
torque over fuel efficiency
• Standard Power Mode, which balances engine power with fuel
efficiency
• Economy Mode, which favors fuel efficiency over maximum engine
power and torque

Refer to the Power Mode table at the end of this section for specific engine power
and torque distribution values for each of the three Power Modes. (The Standard
Power Mode option is available only in certain marketing areas.)

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324E - Power Mode Tables - Engine Speed and Torque Distribution

High Power Mode Standard Power Mode Economy Mode

Throttle Engine Speed Torque Engine Speed Torque Engine Speed Torque
Dial [rpm] Distribution [rpm] Distribution [rpm] Distribution
[%] [%] [%]
1 900 20.0 900 20.0 900 20.0
2 1000 35.0 1000 35.0 1000 35.0
3 1110 48.0 1110 48.0 1110 48.0
4 1240 63.0 1240 63.0 1240 63.0
5 1370 77.0 1300 72.0 1300 70.0
6 1470 88.0 1330 85.0 1330 77.0
7 1570 94.0 1360 93.0 1360 85.0
8 1650 97.0 1400 98.0 1400 90.0
9 1730 99.0 1500 100.0 1500 90.0
10 1800 100.0 1600 100.0 1600 86.0

329E - Power Mode Tables - Engine Speed and Torque Distribution

High Power Mode Standard Power Mode Economy Mode

Throttle Engine Speed Torque Engine Speed Torque Engine Speed Torque
Dial [rpm] Distribution [rpm] Distribution [rpm] Distribution
[%] [%] [%]
1 900 20.0 900 20.0 900 20.0
2 1000 35.0 1000 35.0 1000 35.0
3 1110 48.0 1110 48.0 1110 48.0
4 1240 63.0 1240 63.0 1240 63.0
5 1370 77.0 1300 77.0 1300 70.0
6 1470 88.0 1330 88.0 1330 77.0
7 1570 94.0 1360 95.0 1360 85.0
8 1650 97.0 1400 100.0 1400 90.0
9 1730 99.0 1500 100.0 1500 90.0
10 1800 100.0 1600 95.0 1600 85.0
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• Power Mode tables for 324E The two tables above show the relationship between engine power, engine torque
and 329E Hydraulic Excavators distribution, and engine speed dial position for the three different Power Modes
- speed dial/engine rpm/torque discussed earlier. These specifications reflect the Power Mode settings as
distribution relationships programmed from the factory.

The monitor allows these parameters to be changed if specific applications warrant it,
using the Configurations option from the Service Menu. (Changing these parameters
is discussed later in this module.)

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E-Series Hydraulic Excavator

Available Power Modes
E-Series N. America Europe Japan

Power
Mode HHP STD ECO HHP STD ECO HHP STD ECO

320 Default Option Option Default N/A Option Disabled* Default Option
320RR Default Option Option Default N/A Option Disabled* Default Option
323 - - - Default Option Option - - -
324 Default Option Option Default Option Option Disabled* Default Option
329 Default Option Option Default Option Option Disabled* Default Option
336 Default Option Option Default Option Option Disabled* Default Option
349 Default Option Option Default Option Option Disabled* Default Option

* Mode will be locked with a Factory Password

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• Available engine Power Modes The chart above illustrates the available Power Modes for the Tier 4 Interim E-Series
for those regions requiring Tier 4 machines, according to region. Machines with Tier 4 Interim engines are not available
Interim engines in those regions not listed above.

The High Horsepower Mode (HHP) is not available for selection on machines sold
inside Japan.

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• Step-by-step instructions for
using the MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS category from the
monitor MAIN MENU
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Maintenance Intervals
The Maintenance Intervals category from the Main Menu allows the user to display
a list of maintenance information. Each maintenance point in the list shows the
current number of elapsed service hours and the total number of recommended
service hours for fluid and filter changes. This menu selection also allows the
technician to RESET the current elapsed hours for each maintenance point when the
fluid or filter has been changed.
To access the list of and/or RESET the maintenance points:
1. From the Main Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS category. Press the OK key. The
Maintenance Intervals screen will be displayed.
2. With the Maintenance Intervals screen displayed, use the ARROW
KEYS to scroll up or down through the list of maintenance points to view
their status. (The upper number represents the current elapsed service
hours for a maintenance point. The lower number is the recommended
service interval for that maintenance point.)
3. To RESET the current elapsed service hours to “Zero,” use the ARROW
KEYS to highlight the desired maintenance point (Engine Oil selected
above).
4. Press the RESET key (red circle) to change the current elapsed
service hours for that maintenance point. (When prompted, follow the
on-screen instructions to re-enter the Service Password to allow the
RESET. This is a password protected area.)
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WORK TOOL SELECT
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• Step-by-step instructions for
using the WORK TOOL SELECT
category from the monitor MAIN
MENU
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Work Tool Select
The Work Tool Select category from the Main Menu allows the user to display a list
of available pre-programmed work tools. When a work tool is selected, it will perform
and its use will be monitored per the configuration of the tool. (Each work tool on the
list is configured using the Tool Programming option from the Service Menu. This will
be discussed later in this module.)
To view the list and select a work tool from the Work Tool Select screen:
1. From the Main Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the WORK
TOOL SELECT category. Press the OK key. The Work Tool Select
screen will be displayed.
2. With the Work Tool Select screen displayed, use the ARROW KEYS to
scroll up or down through the list of available work tools.
3. With the desired work tool highlighted, press the OK KEY to select the
work tool for use. (The “Shear” work tool has been selected above.)
4. The radio button at the left of the listed work tool (red circle) will be
illuminated and the work tool icon at the lower left of the top Information
Display bar (green circle) will change to reflect the newly selected work
tool.
The work tool may now be used and will perform as it is configured using the Tool
Programming option from the Service Menu.
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CURRENT TOTALS
• Step-by-step instructions for
using the CURRENT TOTALS
category from the monitor MAIN
MENU
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Current Totals
The Current Totals category from the Main Menu allows the user to access a list of
statistical data about major machine components, machine systems, and work tools.
This data can be used to determine when service work, preventive maintenance, and
other service related activities may need to be performed. The displayed data shows
total times and other cumulative data.
The displayed data is “View Only” information and cannot be reset using the monitor.
In most instances, these cumulative totals can be reset using Cat ET, but require a
factory issued password to do so.
The list of displayed data reflects the machine’s configuration, optional equipment,
and work tools that are set up and programmed into the ECMs through the monitor.
To access and view the data displayed on the Current Totals screen:
1. From the Main Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the
CURRENT TOTALS category. Then press the OK key. The Current
Totals screen will be displayed.
2. From the Current Totals screen, use the UP ARROW KEY or the DOWN
ARROW KEY to scroll through the list of major machine systems,
components, and work tools data.
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ENGINE SHUTDOWN SETTING

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Engine Shutdown Setting

• Step-by-step instructions for The Engine Shutdown Setting category from the Main Menu allows the user to view
using the ENGINE SHUTDOWN and change the engine Shutdown Delay Timer. The Shutdown Delay Timer regulates
SETTING category from the the length of time the engine will continue to run after the key switch is turned to OFF,
monitor MAIN MENU allowing the engine, exhaust, and DPF components to cool down after operation.

To access and/or edit the engine Shutdown Delay Timer:

1. From the Main Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the ENGINE
SHUTDOWN SETTING category. Press the OK key. The Password
Entry screen will be displayed.
2. At the Password Entry screen, use the ARROW KEYS and the OK key
to type each password number, or use the NUMBER buttons on the
Soft Switch panel to type the current customer password or the current
service password. (From the factory, the Customer password = 1 and
the Service Password = 9992.) Then press the ENTER key. The
Engine Shutdown Setting screen will be displayed.
3. At the Engine Shutdown Setting screen, press the OK KEY to enable
the EDIT MODE. The EDIT MODE will cause the highlighted selection
to turn from blue to green.
4. With the EDIT MODE enabled, use the ARROW KEYS to adjust the
Shutdown Delay Timer up or down to the desired idling time (minutes).
5. When the desired idling time is displayed, press the OK KEY to set the
new delayed engine shutdown idling time. The highlight will change
back to blue, indicating the new time.
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• Step-by-step instructions for
using the PASSWORD CHANGE
category from the monitor MAIN
MENU
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Password Change
The Password Change category from the Main Menu allows the user to change the
Customer password only. The Service password is “fixed” and cannot be changed.
The Customer password must be entered within certain monitor categories/options
to gain access to protected areas. Password entry in these areas prevent
unauthorized personnel from changing protected parameters, configurations,
operating modes.
To change the Customer password:
1. From the Main Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the
PASSWORD CHANGE category. Press the OK key. The Password
Entry screen will be displayed.
2. At the Password Entry screen, use the ARROW KEYS and the OK key
to type each password number, or use the NUMBER buttons on the
Soft Switch panel to type the current customer password. Then press
the ENTER key. The Enter New Password screen will be displayed.
(From the factory, the Customer password = 1.)
3. At the Enter New Password screen, use the ARROW KEYS and the OK
key to select each password number, or use the NUMBER buttons on
the Soft Switch panel to enter the NEW customer password or the NEW
service password.
4. Press the ENTER key. The Enter New Password Confirmation screen
will be displayed.
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• Step-by-step instructions for
using the SERVICE category
from the monitor MAIN MENU
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Service
The Service category from the Main Menu allows the technician to access a password
protected Service Menu. The password protected Service Menu offers the technician
a list of options to view and clear logged codes, diagnose system and component
problems, perform calibrations of electrical components, configure system
parameters, and several other service related procedures.
To access the Service Menu:
1. From the Main Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the SERVICE
category. Press the OK key. The Password Entry screen will be
displayed.
2. At the Password Entry screen, use the ARROW KEYS and the OK
key to type each password number, or use the NUMBER buttons on
the Soft Switch panel to type the current service password. (From the
factory, Service Password = 9992. The Customer Password will not
gain entry to the Service Menu.)
3. With the Service Password typed, press the ENTER key. The Service
Menu will be displayed.
4. At the Service Menu screen, use the ARROW KEYS and the OK key to
select an option from the Service Menu.
Press the HOME key to return to the home screen or press the BACK key to step
back up the hierarchy to the desired screen.
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SERVICE MENU
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Service - ECM Summary Option

• Step-by-step instructions for The ECM Summary option from the Service Menu allows the technician to access a
using the ECM SUMMARY option list of programmable ECMs installed on the machine. Each ECM on the list may be
from the monitor SERVICE MENU selected to view data about the ECM.

• ECM Summary data can be The displayed data is “View Only” information and cannot be changed. The list
saved to a USB device for future of displayed data reflects the ECM’s configuration, installed software, ECM part
reference number, and other pertinent information.

The Service Menu must first be accessed to display the ECM Summary option. To
access and view the data from the ECM Summary option:
1. From the Service Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the ECM
SUMMARY option. Then press the OK key. The ECM Summary
screen will be displayed.
2. From the ECM Summary screen, use the UP ARROW KEY or the
DOWN ARROW KEY to highlight the desired ECM on the list. Then
press the OK key. The selected ECM screen with its associated data
will be displayed.
3. At the ECM display screen, use the UP ARROW KEY or the DOWN
ARROW KEY to scroll through the list of available data for the selected
ECM.

Press the HOME key to return to the home screen or press the BACK key to step
back up the hierarchy to the desired screen.

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DIAGNOSTICS - ACTIVE CODES
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• Step-by-step instructions for
using the DIAGNOSTICS option
from the monitor SERVICE MENU
• This slide addresses viewing
ACTIVE CODES
• Active codes cannot be cleared
• Active codes can be saved to a
USB device
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Service - Active Diagnostics Option
The Diagnostics option from the Service Menu allows the technician to access a list
of Active Diagnostic Codes or Events. Each code or event on the list may be selected
and detailed information about the code or event displayed, as well.
To access and use the Diagnostics option for viewing ACTIVE CODES, the Service
Menu must first be accessed to display the Diagnostics option. ACTIVE CODES
data is “View Only” and cannot be cleared. To view ACTIVE CODES:
1. From the Service Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the
DIAGNOSTIC option. Then press the OK key. The Diagnostics screen
will be displayed.
2. From the Diagnostics screen, use the UP ARROW KEY or the DOWN
ARROW KEY to highlight the ACTIVE DIAGNOSTIC CODES option.
Then press the OK key. The Active Diagnostic Code list screen will be
displayed.
3. From the Active Diagnostic Code list screen, use the UP ARROW KEY
or the DOWN ARROW KEY to highlight the desired ACTIVE CODE.
4. With the desired ACTIVE CODE highlighted, press the OK key. The
detailed view of the active code will be displayed.
Press the HOME key to return to the home screen or press the BACK key to step
back up the hierarchy to the desired screen.
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• Step-by-step instructions for
using the DIAGNOSTICS option
from the monitor SERVICE MENU
to view and clear LOGGED
CODES
• This slide addresses viewing and
clearing LOGGED CODES
• LOGGED CODES can be cleared
• LOGGED CODES can be saved to
a USB device
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DIAGNOSTICS - LOGGED CODES
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Service - Logged Diagnostics Option
The Diagnostics option from the Service Menu also allows the technician to access
a list of logged Diagnostic Codes or Events. Each code or event on the list may be
selected and detailed information about the event displayed, as well. Additionally,
the technician may clear logged codes and events.
To access and use the Diagnostics option for viewing and/or clearing LOGGED
CODES, the Service Menu must first be accessed to display the Diagnostics option.
To view and/or clear LOGGED CODES:
1. From the Service Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the
DIAGNOSTICS option. Then press the OK key. The Diagnostics
screen will be displayed.
2. From the Diagnostics screen, use the UP ARROW KEY or the DOWN
ARROW KEY to highlight the LOGGED DIAGNOSTIC CODES option.
Then press the OK key. The Logged Diagnostic Code list screen will
be displayed.
3. From the Logged Diagnostic Code list screen, use the UP ARROW KEY
or the DOWN ARROW KEY to highlight the desired LOGGED CODE.
4. With the desired LOGGED CODE highlighted, press the OK key. The
detailed view screen of the logged code will be displayed.
From the detailed view screen, the specific code may be cleared. To
clear the code, press the DELETE KEY (blue circle - Step 4). The
Confirm Delete screen will be displayed.
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SERVICE MENU
1
• Step-by-step instructions for
using the STATUS option from
the monitor SERVICE MENU
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Service - Status Option
The Status option from the Service Menu allows the technician to access lists of
electrical components and view their real time status. The components are arranged
by systems so that troubleshooting is enhanced by being able to see the state of
each component during machine or component operation. For instance, all of the
electrical components involved in Main Pump Control may be viewed while the
pumps are in operation. The displayed data is “View Only” information and cannot
be changed or overridden using this option. Status information (all or a single
component) may also be saved to a USB storage device by connecting the storage
device to the USB port (on the rear of the monitor) and pressing the SAVE key (red
circles, above).
To view the status of any component or system of components, the Service Menu
must first be accessed to display the Status option. To access this data:
1. From the Service Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the
STATUS option. Then press the OK key. The Status screen will be
displayed.
2. From the Status screen, use the UP ARROW KEY or the DOWN
ARROW KEY to highlight the desired system on the list of systems and
components. Then press the OK key. The selected System screen
with its list of electrical components and their real time status will be
displayed.
3. At the System screen, use the UP ARROW KEY or the DOWN ARROW
KEY to scroll through the list and view the real time state of the
electrical components.
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• Step-by-step instructions for
using the CONFIGURATIONS
option from the monitor SERVICE
MENU
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SERVICE MENU
CONFIGURATIONS
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Service - Configurations
The Configurations option from the Service Menu allows the technician to access
and change component and system parameters. When selecting the Configurations
option, the Configurations Menu will be displayed.
The Configuration Menu contains a list of options that can be selected to make
changes to the way components respond during operation of the machine or to identify
what equipment is installed on the machine and how the ECM should interpret any
signals from the component. For instance, if there is an additional hydraulic oil filter
within an attachment circuit that is added to the machine, the technician can indicate
if the new filter bypass switch is a “normally open” or a “normally closed” switch.
To view and/or change parameters within the Configurations option:
1. From the Service Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the
CONFIGURATIONS option. Press the OK key. The Configurations
Menu will be displayed.
2. From the Configurations Menu, use the UP ARROW KEY or the DOWN
ARROW KEY to highlight the desired menu option.
3. With the desired option highlighted, press the OK key. The selected
option’s Parameter List screen will be displayed.
4. At the Parameter List screen, use the UP ARROW KEY or the DOWN
ARROW KEY to scroll to the desired parameter.
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SERVICE MENU
2 TOOL PROGRAMMING

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Service - Tool Programming

• Step-by-step instructions for The Tool Programming option from the Service Menu allows the technician to identify
using the TOOL PROGRAMMING and program a work tool, along with its operating and system parameters. When
option from the monitor SERVICE selecting the Tool Programming option, the Tool Programming Menu will be
MENU displayed.

The Tool Programming Menu contains a list of work tools, any of which can be
selected. When selected, the tool type, tool name, engine speed dial operating
range, and other pertinent parameters must be configured for the Machine ECM to
be able to monitor and control the tool.

To program and configure a work tool using the Tool Programming option:
1. From the Service Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the Tool
Programming option. Press the OK key. The Tool Programming
Menu will be displayed.
2. From the Tool Programming Menu, use the UP ARROW KEY or the
DOWN ARROW KEY to highlight the desired Tool # option. Then press
the OK key. The selected option’s Tool Programming screen will be
displayed.
3. At the Tool Programming screen, press the OK KEY to enter the edit
mode for the TOOL TYPE option. The highlight will change from blue to
green, indicating the edit mode is active.

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• Step-by-step instructions
for using the OVERRIDE
PARAMETERS option from the
monitor SERVICE MENU
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Service - Override Parameters
The Override Parameters option from the Service Menu allows the technician to
override the state of a component from the state that the ECM would normally
command. This option allows the technician to troubleshoot components by forcing
a component‘s state to a known condition, then test the component to ensure it is
responding properly. (This feature is similar to the Overrides feature in Cat ET.) To
override a component using the Override Parameters option:
1. From the Service Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the
OVERRIDE PARAMETERS option. Press the OK key. The Override
Parameters screen will be displayed.
2. From the Override Parameters screen, use the UP ARROW KEY or the
DOWN ARROW KEY to highlight the desired component.
3. With the desired component highlighted, press the OK key to enter
the OVERRIDE MODE. The highlight will change from blue to green,
indicating the OVERRIDE MODE is active.
4. With the OVERRIDE MODE active, use the UP ARROW KEY or the
DOWN ARROW KEY (or use the NUMBER buttons on the soft switch
panel, if appropriate) to change the state of the component.
5. With the state of the component changed, press the OK KEY to enforce
the OVERRIDE. The highlight will change from green to red, indicating
that component has been overridden. (This is a warning indicator that
the component is not in its normal state.)
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• Step-by-step instructions for
using the CALIBRATIONS option
from the monitor SERVICE MENU
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Service - Calibrations
The Calibrations option from the Service Menu allows the technician to calibrate
solenoids, position sensors, and other components on the machine that are controlled
by or send signals to an ECM. This option allows the technician to calibrate these
components without the need to connect Cat ET. (This feature is similar to the
Calibrations feature in Cat ET.)
To calibrate a component using the Calibrations option:
1. From the Service Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the
CALIBRATIONS option. Press the OK key. The Calibrations Menu will
be displayed.
2. From the Calibrations Menu, use the UP ARROW KEY or the DOWN
ARROW KEY to highlight the desired component.
3. With the desired component highlighted, press the OK key to enter the
CALIBRATION MODE. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the
calibration.
When calibration is complete, the screen will inform the technician if the calibration
was successful or not. If the calibration is not successful, it could be due to a failed
component or a calibration condition that has not been met (ie., oil temperature may
have dropped too low during the calibration procedure).
If the calibration was successful, press the HOME key to return to the home screen
or press the BACK key to step back up the hierarchy to the desired screen.
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• Step-by-step instructions for
using the DEVICE TEST option
from the monitor SERVICE MENU
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DEVICE TEST
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Service - Device Test
The Device Test option from the Service Menu allows the technician to troubleshoot
components by commanding pre-programmed routines that test a component’s
ability to function properly. This allows the technician to identify or eliminate the
component as being the cause of a problem. (This feature is identical to the Device
Test option used in the D-Series monitor.)
To test a device using the Device Test option:
1. From the Service Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the
DEVICE TEST option. Press the OK key. The Device Test Menu will
be displayed.
2. From the Device Test Menu, use the UP ARROW KEY or the DOWN
ARROW KEY to highlight the desired Device Test option. Press the OK
key to display the Device Test sub-menu.
3. From the Device Test sub-menu, use the UP ARROW KEY or the
DOWN ARROW KEY to highlight the desired test. (The device may
have more than one test that can be performed.) Press the OK key to
start the test.
4. Follow the on-screen prompts to perform the test.
When the test is complete, press the HOME key to return to the home screen or
press the BACK key to step back up the hierarchy to the desired screen.
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WINFLASH

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Service - WinFlash

• Step-by-step instructions for The WinFlash option from the Service Menu allows the technician to download (flash)
using the WINFLASH option from software to the Monitor. The WinFlash option allows the technician to load a flash file
the monitor SERVICE MENU (software) to the Monitor much more quickly than using Cat ET. (As of this writing,
the Monitor is the only ECM that may be flashed using this method.)

To load new software (flashfile) into the Monitor using the WinFlash option:
1. From the Service Menu, use the ARROW KEYS to highlight the
WINFLASH option. Press the OK key. The ECM SELECT screen will
be displayed.
2. Press the OK key to select the MONITOR as the target ECM.
3. When the screen prompts “Insert USB Memory,” insert a USB storage
device with a valid E-Series monitor file into the USB port on the back of
the monitor panel. Then Press the OK KEY.
4. The screen will then display “Detecting . . .” as the monitor finds the
device. Wait until the monitor finds all .fls files that may be on the
memory device.
5. When the monitor displays the “Select FLS File” prompt, use the
ARROW KEYS to highlight the desired file for flashing to the monitor.
Then press the OK KEY to initiate the flash operation.
6. The screen will then display the selected file to be flashed and request
that the technician “Confirm FLS File.” Press the OK KEY to confirm the
file displayed is correct and to invoke the “Start Flashing” screen.

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Saving Data Files

Data files from several Service Menu options may be saved to a USB storage device.
This information is useful for troubleshooting, in that these data files can then be
attached to e-mail messages or shared with other service personnel for their viewing.
These data files can also be archived for future reference, in case an ECM has been
replaced or if there is a desire to configure other machines with similar settings. Data
files may be saved from the following Service Menu selections:
• ECM Summary
• Diagnostics (active and logged diagnostic and event codes)
• Status (of components listed)
• Configurations (systems parameters)
• Tool Programming (specific tool parameters)

The illustration above shows the screens that are displayed during a SAVE operation
from the Diagnostic Codes selection. (This procedure is applicable to any of the
Service Menu selections listed above.) Data files may be saved from any screen that
displays the SAVE icon above the center soft key.

Some Service Menu selections allow the user to SAVE data files from several screens,
depending on whether the user desires to save the data file from the entire menu
selection category or from a single, specific sub-menu selection (when available).

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The illustration above (an example from a 336E) shows part of a report that is
generated by the monitor. The monitor saves this data to a USB storage device as
an “html” file that can be opened in a web browser. The data file is identical to the
type of data file that can be saved using Cat ET.

Saving these files to a USB storage device directly from the monitor is easier, simpler,
and faster than connecting Cat ET to accomplish the same task.

Information displayed above is:

• Date and time when the file was saved (1)

• Machine ECM detailed information (2)

• Engine ECM detailed information (3)

• Monitor (ECM) detailed information (4)

• Active diagnostic code listings (partial list shown) (5)

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This concludes the Electronic Control System and Monitor module for the 324E and
329E Hydraulic Excavators.

When used in conjunction with the System Operations Manual, the Test and
Adjust Manual, the Operation and Maintenance Manual (OMM), and other service
publications, the information in this module will aid the service technician in
troubleshooting, testing, adjusting, and correcting problems with most systems and
electronic components on the machine using the monitor.

For service repairs, adjustments, and maintenance, always refer to the Operation
and Maintenance Manual (OMM), Service Manuals, and other related service
publications.

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