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Caterpillar® 994F Wheel Loader

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Overview
Caterpillar® 994F Wheel Loader
Current Model Line (Metric)

Total Field Population: 7,500 units of which 3,000 are working in mining applications

988H 990H 992K 993K 994F

Operating weight 50 213 kg 89 211 kg 97 704 kg 133 637 kg 193 779 kg


Flywheel power 354 kW 467.5 kW 597.3 kW 704.6 kW 1072 kW
Rated payload 11.4 tonnes 14.9 tonnes - 22.6 tonnes 34.5 tonnes
Dump clearance 3971 mm 4206 mm 4541 mm 4663 mm 5578 mm
Dump reach 1676 mm 1752 mm 2377 mm 2499 mm 2278 mm
6.4 – 6.9 8.4 – 9.1 10.7 – 12.2 12-14.5 14.0 – 19.0
Bucket size
m3 m3 m3 m3 m3
Breakout force 38 586 kg 62 209 kg 56 007 kg 72 318 kg 100 849 kg
Full turn static 26 968 kg 38 708 kg 47 870 71 942 kg 111 091 kg
tipping load (43o) (35o) kg(43o) (43o) (40o)

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Current Model Line (English)

Total Field Population: 7,500 units of which 3,000 are working in mining applications

988H 990H 992K 993K 994F

Operating weight 109,230 lb 169,677 lbs 215,402 lb 294,800 lb 427,209 lb

Flywheel power 475 hp 627 hp 801 hp 945 hp 1438 hp

Rated payload 12.5 tons 16.5 tons - 25 tons 38.0 tons

Dump clearance 12.3 ft 13.8 ft 14.9 ft 15.3 ft 18.3 ft

Dump reach 4.9 ft 5.75 ft 7.8 ft 8.2 ft 7.5 ft


15.7 – 19 18.5 – 25.0
Bucket size 8.3 – 9.0 yd3 11 – 12 yd3 14 – 16 yd3
yd3 yd3
Breakout force 85,068 lb 137,148 lb 123,475 lb 159,562 lb 222,336 lb

Full turn static tipping 64,745 lb 85,338 lb 105,537 lb 158,607 lb 245,113 lb


load (43o) (35o) (43o) (43o) (40o)

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994 Size Class Evolution (Metric)

(standard lift) 994F 994D 994A

Flywheel power 1072 kW 933 kW 933 kW

Operating weight 193 779 kg 191 244 kg 177 000 kg

Bucket capacity 19.0 m3 19.0 m3 20.0 m3


Bucket width 5640 mm 5650 mm 5650 mm

Payload 35.0 tonnes 34.5 tonnes 31.8 tonnes

Overall length 16 877 mm 16 855 mm 16 508 mm

Breakout force 989 kN 886 kN 1010 kN

Dump clearance 5578 mm 5578 mm 5658 mm video clip

1986 1988 1990 1992 1994 1996 1998 2000 2002 2004

1985 1987 1989 1991 1993 1995 1997 1999 2001 2003 2005

994A 994D 994F

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994 Size Class Evolution (English)

(standard lift) 994F 994D 994A

Flywheel power 1,438 hp 1,251 hp 1,251 hp

Operating weight 427,209 lb 421,620 lb 390,300 lb

Bucket capacity 25.0 yd3 24.5 yd3 26.0 yd3


Bucket width 222 in 222 in 222 in

Payload 38.0 tons 38.0 tons 35.0 tons

Overall length 55.4 ft 55.3 ft 54.2 ft

Breakout force 222,336 lb 199,350 lb 228,000 lb

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Dump clearance 18.3 ft 18.3 ft 18.7 ft

1986 1988 1990 1992 1994 1996 1998 2000 2002 2004

1985 1987 1989 1991 1993 1995 1997 1999 2001 2003 2005

994A 994D 994F

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Applications

Since its introduction in 1990, the Caterpillar 994 Wheel Loader has been the
largest selling machine in its class

• Most commonly found in open pit mines


working shot rock,
coal, and overburden
• 994F is available in standard lift, high
lift, and super high lift for optimum truck
match
• Super high lift is intended for coal
loading of Cat 789 and 793 size trucks
• Reliability and ease of service ensure
more time on the job,
lower cost per ton

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Worldwide Unit Sales

Percentage of Units Sold by Manufacturer


(1998 – 2007)

100%

75%

50%

25%

0%

Cat 994 Komatsu W1200 LeTourneau LeTourneau


L-1400/1350 L-1800/1850

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994 Worldwide Deliveries

440 Sales (1990 – May 2009)

1
Russia
12
Europe &
Middle East
143 2 8
Japan
United States China
& Canada

41 7
Indonesia
Africa
68
158 Australia
Latin America

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Product Development, Manufacturing & Distribution
Caterpillar ® 994F Wheel Loader
6 Sigma & CPS

A methodology that improves product quality, processes throughout the


company, and customer satisfaction
6 Sigma CPI
• Changes processes to enhance product quality
• Maintains quality during production and when
product is in the field
• Keeps all accountable to deliver a superior
product at all levels

Caterpillar Production System (CPS)


• 6 Sigma based method for relentless
improvement
• Focuses on 3 processes:
– Core
– Governing
– Enabling

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Research & Testing

Innovation begins at the Caterpillar Technical Center in Mossville, Illinois


• Largest and most sophisticated research
and development facility in the industry
• State-of-the-art laboratories, testing
facilities, and simulators
• Interacts with design teams at each
product facility

… and hits the ground at the Tucson Proving Grounds


• Complete machine cooling evaluations
• On-machine structural evaluations
• Complete machine noise evaluations
• Brake, steering, visibility & government standards
• Performance & machine productivity comparisons
• Machine endurance & reliability evaluations

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Design & Engineering

The 994F was developed by the Large Wheel Loader engineering group
in Aurora, Illinois using the latest design technologies and methodologies

• New Product Introduction (NPI) process


• Concurrent Product and Process Design
(CPPD)
• 6 Sigma methodology improves processes
and product quality
• Collaborates with Cat design and
manufacturing resources worldwide
• Designed in Aurora, Illinois where it is built

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Manufacturing & Assembly

From machine shop to assembly line, the 994F and its components are produced
using the latest machining technology and a highly skilled workforce

• Close tolerance machining centers


• Automated material handling systems
• Highly trained, experienced assemblers
• Nondestructive weld testing
• 100-point functional check

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Manufacturing Quality Assurance

Product quality is built into each 994F, from the design process to the
machines that fabricate and the skilled people who assemble

• Robotic welding includes “through the


arc” system and laser guidance for
strength and long life
• Computer-controlled machining centers
maintain accurate positioning of milling,
drilling and boring operations
• 6 Sigma problem resolution process
• Modular subassemblies permit testing
ahead of main assembly
• Highly trained, experienced machinists
and assembly personnel

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Distribution & Support

When Cat products reach the field, they are supported by an advanced
network of parts distribution facilities, dealer service centers, and technical
training facilities
• Dealer branch facilities, service
trucks, trained technicians, and
operator training programs provide
customers with full-scale customer
support
• Caterpillar’s Global Distribution
network maintains over 20 parts
centers worldwide
• Cat Product Support Center offers
global training for dealer service
technicians
• Global Mining’s Field Assembly
Group commissions 797 trucks
worldwide

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Components

Designed and manufactured by Caterpillar, the 994F major components are produced
to the highest quality specifications

Joliet, Illinois
Aurora, Illinois • Hydraulics
• Power train • Cab assembly Pontiac, Illinois
• Axles • Fuel system
• Structures
• Final assembly
Lafayette, Indiana
• Engine

Peoria, Illinois
• Electronics

Mapleton, Illinois
• Engine block castings

East Peoria, Illinois


• Transmission

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Specifications
Caterpillar ® 994F Wheel Loader
994F Standard Dimensions

Standard machine equipped with 19 m3 (24.5 yd3)


222in. bucket & 53.5/85-57 tires

10 933 mm
2309 mm
35.9 ft
7.6 ft

8140 mm
6988 mm 26.7 ft
22.9 ft 6736 mm
22.1 ft
5578 mm
4833 mm 18.3 ft
15.9 ft

1829 mm
6 ft 1474 mm
4.8 ft 811 mm
2.7 ft

4557 mm 6400 mm 5920 mm


15.0 ft 21.0 ft 19.4 ft

16 877 mm
55.4 ft

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994F Standard Dimensions

Metric English
Overall length
(standard spade edge bucket with teeth)
16 877 mm 55.4 ft

Bucket width 5640 mm 18.5 ft

Overall height
10 933 mm 35.9 ft
(bucket in full raise position)
Wheel base 6400 mm 21.0 ft

Dump clearance 5578 mm 18.3 ft

Maximum lift hinge pin 8140 mm 26.7 ft

Height to top of ROPS 6736 mm 22.1 ft

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994F Standard Specifications

Metric English

Bucket, rock 14.0 – 19.0 m3 18.5 – 25.0 yd3

Flywheel power 1072 kW 1,438 hp

Rated payload 35.0 tonnes 38.0 tons

Operating weight 194 729 kg 429,300 lb

Dump clearance
5578 mm 18.3 ft
(standard spade edge bucket with teeth)

Dump reach 2309 mm 7.6 ft

Breakout force 995 kN 223,685 lb

Full turn static tipping load (40°) 109 241 kg 241,032 lb

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994F High Lift Dimensions

High Lift machine equipped with


18 m3 (23.5 yd3) 245 in. bucket & 53.5/85-57 tires

10 643 mm
2764 mm 34.9 ft
9.1 ft

8479 mm
27.8 ft
6988 mm
22.9 ft
6736 mm 6024 mm
22.1 ft 19.8 ft
4833 mm
15.9 ft

1829 mm
6 ft 1474 mm
4.8 ft 811 mm
2.7 ft

4557 mm 6400 mm 6564 mm


15.0 ft 21.0 ft 21.5 ft

17 521 mm
57.5 ft

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994F High Lift Dimensions

Metric English

Overall length 17 521 mm 57.5 ft


(standard spade edge bucket with teeth)

Bucket width 6223 mm 20.4 ft

Overall height 10 643 mm 34.9 ft


(bucket in full raise position)

Wheel base 6400 mm 21.0 ft

Dump clearance 6024 mm 19.8 ft

Maximum lift hinge pin 8479 mm 27.8 ft

Height to top of ROPS 6736 mm 22.1 ft

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994F High Lift Specifications

Metric English

Bucket, rock 14.0 – 19.0 m3 18.5 – 25.0 yd3

Flywheel power 1072 kW 1,438 hp

Rated payload 32.0 tonnes 35.0 tons

Operating weight 197 464 kg 435,333 lb

Dump clearance
6024 mm 19.8 ft
(standard spade edge bucket with teeth)

Dump reach 2764 mm 9.1 ft

Breakout force 957 kN 215,325 lb

Full turn static tipping load (40°) 197 464 kg 435,333 lb

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994F Super High Lift Dimensions

Super High Lift machine equipped with


36 m3 (47 yd3) 256 in. bucket & 58/85-57 tires

14 372 mm
3400 mm 47.2 ft
11.1 ft

10 058 mm
6747 mm 33.0 ft
22.1 ft
6494 mm 7296 mm
21.31 ft 24.0 ft
4591 mm
15.1 ft

1587 mm
5.2 ft 1232 mm
4.0 ft 569 mm
1.9 ft

4557 mm 6400 mm 8569 mm


15.0 ft 21.0 ft 28.1 ft

19 526 mm
64.1 ft

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994F Super High Lift Dimensions

Metric English

Overall length 19 526 mm 64.1 ft


(standard spade edge bucket with teeth)

Bucket width 6502 mm 21.3 ft

Overall height 14 372 mm 47.2 ft


(bucket in full raise position)

Wheel base 6400 mm 21.0 ft

Dump clearance 7296 mm 23.9 ft

Maximum lift hinge pin 10 058 mm 33.0 ft

Height to top of ROPS 6494 mm 21.3 ft

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994F Super High Lift Specifications

Metric English

Bucket, coal 36 m3 47 yd3

Flywheel power 1072 kW 1,438 hp

Rated payload 32.0 tonnes 35.0 tons

Operating weight 211 970 kg 467,313 lb

Dump clearance
7336 mm 24.0 ft
(coal bucket)

Dump reach 3386 mm 11.1 ft

Breakout force 693 kN 155,925 lb

Full turn static tipping load (43°) 69 748 kg 153,768 lb

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Features & Benefits
Caterpillar ® 994F Wheel Loader
Features & Benefits

The 994F is the premier machine in its class, designed and built by Caterpillar using
components and systems that have evolved through years of rugged application in
mining

• Structures
• Power train
• Brakes
• Cooling system
• Hydraulic system
• Operator station
• Controls
• Electronic monitoring
• Tires
• Bucket

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Structures: Frame & Lift Arms

TheThick
1. box-section
axle pad rear frame
castings and design, robust loader tower, and solid steel
boom box
lift structure
arms combine
providetoadded
resiststiffness
torsionalto stresses and shocks while working
in the
axletoughest
mountingmaterials
area
2. Lift arm pivot mount castings disperse
stress loads better than
previous design
3. Steering cylinder mounts efficiently
transmit steering loads to the frame
4. Full box-section rear frame resists 5
torsional shock and twisting forces
5. Solid steel lift arms absorb
stress loads 2

4
4 1

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Structures: Loader Linkage

Z-bar loader linkage and automatic lube system keep productivity high,
maintenance low

1. Bucket to lift arm joint (B-pin) is


automatically lubricated to increase
reliability and reduce daily servicing
2. Tilt link joints changed from oil design 2
to grease design using auto 1 3

lube system
3. Z-bar loader linkage delivers maximum
2
productivity with a minimum of
moving parts
4. Front frame A-pin area uses new one-
piece casting for added strength and 4
larger pin

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Power Train

The 994F combines proven power train components of the 994D with several
design updates for increased productivity

1. Cat 3516B HD diesel engine has


higher displacement and 14%
more power
2. Improved NGMR cooling system has
taller cores than previous AMOCS
2 1
3. Impeller clutch torque converter 3 4
permits reduced rimpull
with left pedal
4. Planetary power shift transmission 6 6
5
5. Heavy duty axles 5

6. Oil-enclosed multiple disc brakes

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Power Train: Cat 3516B HD EUI Engine

A proven performer for over 20 years, the 3500 series engine now has over
80,000 units working worldwide in a variety of applications

• 14% higher flywheel output, now


1,072 kW (1,438 hp) @ 1,600 rpm
• Displacement increased to 78.0 L
(4875.0 in3) from 69.0 L (4210.0 in3)
• High displacement (HD) design offers
a longer stroke and higher power
range than standard 3516B, plus
improved fuel efficiency
• Electronic Unit Injection (EUI),
turbocharging, and aftercooling
optimize engine performance
• 32% torque rise delivers high lugging
forces during digging for fast
cycle times
• Meets non-road Tier 1
emissions standards

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Power Train: Cat 3516B HD EUI System

An integrated electronic system maximizes performance while keeping


the operator and service technician fully informed

• Optimizes fuel injection and timing for 37 pin CE


Machine
25 pin CE
Machine
20 pin CE
Pump drive
Disconnect switch
connector connector connector
smoke control and maximum use
of fuel energy
• Superior integration of machine systems Throttle lock enable lamp
Ground bolt
Main
• Improved engine protection RH Brake pedal
power
relay
Circuit breaker

• Fewer mechanical components


requiring adjustment
Throttle lock enable

Throttle lock Service tool


• Advanced system diagnostics resume / accelerate CAT Data Link

• Robust components designed for Throttle lock


Set/decelerate
Powertrain control
Implement control

mining environment Throttle pedal sensor

VIMS System

Ground level shutdown


Fan pump pressure with cover

Start aid switch

Ether Ether
Proportional on current
fan valve level

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Power Train: Impeller Clutch
Torque Converter (ICTC)

• Allows the operator to continually vary


ICTC allows
rimpull forthe
theoperator to with
best match vary rimpull from 100% to 20%, putting more
horsepower
hydraulicstoinhydraulics for better response
each application
• Allows full throttle shifts for faster
cycle times
• Rimpull control setting to match
underfoot conditions 
• Reduces tire wear
• Provides smooth approach to the
dump target for less spillage and faster
cycles

100% rimpull
selected

20% rimpull
selected

Brakes (20% rimpull )

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Power Train: Planetary Power
Shift Transmission

The Caterpillar planetary powershift transmission is the industry standard


for high performance and durability

• Three forward speeds, three Planet gear Clutch packs


reverse speeds
• High-torque capacity clutches
• Forced oil flow lubricates and cools
clutch packs to provide maximum
clutch life
• Trigger switch for direction control
and upshift/downshift buttons are
housed in the STIC™ Controller

Sun gear Ring gear

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Axle Shaft Oil-Enclosed Disc Brakes

Caterpillar oil disc brakes provide exceptional heat dissipation and performance,
long service life and time-saving serviceability

• Oil-enclosed, multiple discs


• Oil film between discs and plates
• Trouble-free, adjustment-free
• Front and rear brakes on separate circuits
• Easily serviced

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New Generation Modular Radiator (NGMR)

Simplified design offers rugged construction, easy of service, and high heat transfer

• Square wave fin design provides


greater surface area and higher heat
rejection than flat fins used with the
previous AMOCS radiator
• Efficient, single-pass parallel
flow design
• Brazed copper construction offers
stronger joints and improved
leak prevention
• Modular design permits easy removal of
individual cores without removing NGMR – copper
square wave fin
entire radiator
• Six fins per inch provides easy cleaning
and greater resistance to plugging

AMOCS – steel flat fin

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Hydraulic System

Enclosed system uses separate circuits for lift & tilt, steering, and brake
control for increased cooling and elimination of cross-contamination

• Superior lift capacity easily handles full


bucket loads
• Large bore lift & tilt cylinders have high
working pressures that raise
the load fast
• Electro-hydraulic system removes
implement hydraulics from cab,
offering finger-tip controls for smooth,
precise lift & tilt operation
• Three dedicated fixed displacement
pumps and one variable displacement
piston pump combine to deliver high
reliability and performance

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Hydraulic System Changes

Modified hydraulic tank with increased oil


New variable displacement level with remote air expansion tank
tandem implement pump with
electro-hydraulic control

Increased main
pump relief settings
(4400 – 4750 psi)

New valve section


for increased New hydraulic hose
bucket lower routings with Cat
speed XT™-6S hose

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Operator Station

New, larger cab improves operator environment with 50% more glass, 120%
more volume, and 75 db(A) interior sound level

1. STIC control system


8
2. Left pedal – operates impeller clutch
5
torque converter
4
3. Comfort series seat 6
7
4. Electro-hydraulic controls for lift and tilt 1
3

5. Rimpull Control System switch


6. VIMS™ System and Payload Control
System
7. Analog tachometer, digital 2
speedometer 9
8. Improved visibility
9. Trainer seat

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Loading Visibility

Low dash, large bonded glass windshield, and Z-bar loader linkage improve
visibility to the bucket

• Better load placement


• Less spillage
• Increased productivity
• Reduced tire damage

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STIC Control Steering System

994F STIC Control System uses a single joystick to control steering,


forward-reverse, and gear selection
... to the
• Greater control for loading Move controller to right to
Speed Control the left to steer steer right
• Easy, smooth, consistent directional left....
shifting for quick cycle times Buttons

• Seat mounted STIC controller with Direction


adjustable armrests allows a full range Control
of adjustment for a comfortable fit
Forward
• Side-to-side controller motion control
steering (left or right) Reverse

• Electronic shift transmission controls


housed in STIC controller
• Efficient, low effort operation reduces
operator fatigue

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Bucket Lift & Tilt Controls

Tilt
Dump Lift
Hold
Tilt Back Tilt

Lift
Float
Lower
Hold
Raise

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Rimpull Control System (RCS)

Reducing rimpull in poor underfoot conditions improves traction and


minimizes wheel spin for better performance and longer tire life

• To control rimpull, depress the RCS


switch located on the implement pod
• Select maximum rimpull desired
• Modulation on the left pedal will be
from the rimpull selected down to 20%
• Only active in first gear

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Electronic Controls

The easily reached instrument panel located to the right of the operator houses the
VIMS System keypad and switches that control several key machine features

1. Torque converter lockup


2. Lights, front and rear
3. VIMS System keypad
4. Rimpull Control System (RCS) 1
3
5. Diagnostic connector 2
2
4
6. HID lights
10 9
7. Stairway access lights 8 2 7 6
5
8. Automatic kickout set switch
9. Throttle lock
10. Starting aid

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Cat Comfort Seat

Improves operator comfort for long hours through increased adjustability


and better support

• Side bolsters limit lateral movement


• Adjustable lumbar support
• Seat cushion reduces thigh pressure Side bolsters
• Air ride improves operator comfort
• Retractable seat belt
• Automatic weight adjustment
Rolled down
Contoured front edge
cushions

Flat front
corners

Seat cushion
adjustable tilt angle

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Instrument Panel

Easy-to-read front instrument panel provides operator with vital machine


data at a glance

1. Gauge cluster
• Engine coolant temperature
• Transmission oil temperature
3
• Hydraulic oil temperature
1
• Fuel level 4
2
2. Analog tachometer, digital gear/direction
indicator, and digital speedometer
3. Message center module
• Utilizes a four-category action
system to alert operator to abnormal
machine conditions
4. Message center module
• Engine systems
• Power train systems
• Operational systems
• Attachment systems

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VIMS™ System

The VIMS System provides operators, management, and service technicians with
usable information about the performance and operating conditions of the
machine

Integrated Machine Control


• Combines many separate
systems into one single system
• Electronic information highway
• Standard on 994F
Information Management System
• Logs critical data for performance
analysis, troubleshooting and trending
• Software allows data analysis and
summary reports for record keeping
• Payload Control System

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Tires and Rims

Bias Tires Size Ply Rating Tread Pattern Application

Bridgestone/Firestone 53.5/85-57 76 PR SDT LD NY L-5

Bridgestone/Firestone 58/85-57 84 PR SRG DT LD L-4

Goodyear 52/80-57 68 PR HRL D/L 4G L-4

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Large Loader Tramming Guidelines

These tramming guidelines were developed to help extend tire wear and
avoid failures that commonly occur in warmer climates

• Giant loader tires often fail while Allowable working speeds in MPH for empty machine tramming
tramming at high speed during
the warm summer months Ambient = 38°C Ambient = 27°C Ambient = 16°C
• (100°F) (80°F) (60°F)
At right is a tramming
recommendation for an FS 1–3 Over 1–3 Over 1–3 Over
58/85-57 L4 nylon tire on a trip Miles 3 Miles Miles 3 Miles miles 3 Miles
of at least one mile
• 7.0 5.0 8.0 6.0 9.0 7.0
This chart is based on new tires.
Speed increases of 0.8 kph
(0.5 mph) are allowable when
tires are worn below 100/32
of an inch
• This chart is based on one
tramming run per operating shift.
A decrease in speed of 1.6 kph
(1.0 mph) is recommended for
each successive trip

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Buckets and Ground Engaging Tools

Caterpillar rock buckets are built to withstand the powerful twisting forces
generated by penetration and breakout

Buckets
• New tilt link bore size makes 994F
buckets non-interchangeable
• Durable shell-tine construction resists
twisting & distortion
• Integral rock guard protects lift and tilt
cylinders and helps retain large loads
Spade edge rock bucket
• Serrated or straight edge coal
bucket available
G.E.T. (rock bucket only)
• Individual bolt-on tips and edge protectors
• Sidebar protectors are reversible for
extended wear life
• Wear plates protect rear base edge
from damage
Serrated edge coal bucket

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Buckets and Ground Engaging Tools

Narrow Rock Wide Rock Straight Edge Serrated Bucket


Bucket Bucket Coal Bucket Coal
14.0 – 19.0 m3 18.0 – 19.0 m3 32.0 m3 36.0 m3
Capacity
18.3 – 24.5 yd3 23.5 – 25 yd3 41.0 yd3 47.0 yd3

Cutting edge 699 mm 699 mm 699 mm 635 mm


thickness 2.75 in 2.75 in 2.75 in 2.50 in

G.E.T. J800 J800 J700 None

Floor liner Yes Yes Yes No


Bolt-on
Yes Yes Yes No
segments
20 197 kg 20 444 kg 20 167 kg 20 444 kg
Bucket weight 44,526 lb 45,072 lb 44,460 lb 45,072 lb

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Bucket Selection Guide

Bucket fill factor


115% 95% 115% 95%

Standard High-lift
m3 yd3

19 24.5
Bucket Capacity

17 22.5

15 19.5

1.4 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.4 2.6 kg/m3

2.4 2.6 2.8 3.0 3.2 3.4 3.6 3.8 4.0 4.2 4.4 kg/LCM

Material Density
(thousands)

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994F & 785C System

Metric English

Bucket capacity 19.0 m3 25.0 yd3

Truck payload 136 tonnes 150 tons

Load time
Four passes, 2.2 – 2.7 2.2 – 2.7
including truck minutes minutes
exchange
2520 – 3090 2,780 – 3,410
Production
tonnes/hour tons/hour
• Average four-pass at 0.60-minute
cycle time
• Includes truck exchange time
• Production will vary depending on job
site conditions

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994F & 789C System

Metric English

Bucket capacity 19.0 m3 25.0 yd3

Truck payload 177 tonnes 195 tons

Load time 2.8 – 3.3 2.8 – 3.3


Five passes, including
truck exchange minutes minutes
2680 – 3160 2,960 – 3,480
Production
tonnes/hour tons/hour

• Average five-pass at 0.60-minute cycle


time
• Includes truck exchange time
• Production will vary depending on job
site conditions

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994F High Lift & 789C System

Metric English

Bucket Capacity 18.0 m3 23.5 yd3

Truck Payload 177 tonnes 195 tons

Load Time 3.6 – 4.2 3.6 – 4.2


Six passes, including
truck exchange minutes minutes
2110 – 2460 2,320 – 2,710
Production
tonnes/hour tons/hour

• Average six-pass at 0.65-minute cycle time


• Includes truck exchange time
• Production will vary depending on job site conditions

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994F High Lift & 793D System

Metric English

Bucket Capacity 18.0 m3 23.5 yd3

Truck Payload 218 tonnes 240 tons

Load Time 4.2 – 4.9 4.2 – 4.9


Seven passes, including
truck exchange minutes minutes
2230 – 2600 2,450 – 2,860
Production
tonnes/hour tons/hour

• Average seven-pass at 0.65-minute cycle time


• Includes truck exchange time
• Production will vary depending on job site conditions

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994F Super High Lift & 789C Coal Body System

Metric English

Bucket Capacity 36.0 m3 47.0 yd3

Truck Payload 177 tonnes 195 tons

Load Time 4.1 – 4.7 4.1 – 4.7


Six passes, including
truck exchange minutes minutes
1880 – 2160 2,080 – 2,380
Production
tonnes/hour tons/hour

• Average six-pass at 0.70-minute cycle time


• Includes truck exchange time
• Production will vary depending on job site conditions

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994F Super High Lift & 793D Coal Body System

Metric English

Bucket Capacity 36.0 m3 47.0 yd3

Truck Payload 218 tonnes 240 tons

Load Time 4.7 – 5.4 4.7 – 5.4


Seven passes, including
truck exchange minutes minutes
2020 – 2320 2,220 – 2,550
Production
tonnes/hour tons/hour

• Average seven-pass at 0.70-minute cycle time


• Includes truck exchange time
• Production will vary depending on job site conditions

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Rock Bucket GET Selection Guide

Smooth Floor Maintenance


Strength

Abrasion Protection
Impact Resistance
Penetration Ability
Wear Damage
Penetration
Smooth Floor Maintenance

Long
Abrasion Protection

Strength
Impact Resistance
Penetration Ability

Wear Damage
Penetration

HD Long
Two-strap adapters Strength
Two-strap adapters
with edge segments
Wear Damage
Penetration

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Safety, Health & Environment
Caterpillar ® 994F Wheel Loader
Operator Safety

The 994F is designed to protect the operator in his everyday work environment

• Strategically placed grab handles and


railings ensure safe navigation of
stairwells, walkways, decking, and
windshield walk around
• Non-slip steps and decking keep
operator sure-footed while navigating
among check points
• Toe kicks atop the engine enclosure
keep feet and tools safely inside the
railing area
• Easy access into and out of the
enlarged operator station
• Ground level starter and
transmission lockouts
• Full ROPS

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Optional High Intensity Discharge Lighting (HID)

Compared to halogen, optional HID lighting provides a more intense light


that more closely resembles natural daylight

• More light, less electrical drain - one


70 watt HID lamp produces 5000 to
6000 lumens of light, equaling the
light intensity of four 65-watt
halogen lamps
• Highly vibration resistant - an HID
lamp typically lasts four to eight times
longer than halogen

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Work Area Vision System (WAVS)

The optional rear vision camera provides the operator with an increased awareness
of work site activities or obstructions behind the machine

Camera:
• Wide angle, fixed focus lens is
adjustment-free
• Internal heater melts snow and ice
• Highly durable – resists machine vibration
and pressure washing

LCD Monitor:
• 178 mm (7 in) color screen
• Automatic sensor adjusts brightness to
ambient light conditions
• Image is reversed to provide the same
orientation as a rear view mirror

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Ecology Drains

The service center located on the right side provides an environmentally


safe and effective method to fill and drain fluids from components

Fill
• Implement
• Brake cooling
• Steering & brake
• Engine coolant

Fill and Drain


• Transmission
• Engine
• Air tank

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Economics
Caterpillar ® 994F Wheel Loader
Operating Costs

994F estimated operating costs factors through first 20,000 hours


50%

40%
40%

30%

20% 20%
20%
10%
8%
10%
2%

0%
Repair Maintenance GET Operator Fuel Tires

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Repair Costs

994F average repair costs through first 20,000 hours

30%

23%
21%
19%
20%

14%
12%
11%
10%

0%
Transmission Engine Drive Train Brakes Linkage Other

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Power Train Component Life

Low Range Medium Range High Range


Hours Hours Hours

Engine 20,000 25,000 28,000

Torque converter 12,000 15,000 18,000

Transmission 12,000 15,000 18,000

Transfer gears 20,000 25,000 30,000

Differentials 15,000 20,000 25,000

Final drives 22,000 25,000 30,000

Brakes 22,000 25,000 30,000

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Competitive Specification Comparisons
Caterpillar ® 994F Wheel Loader
Specification Comparisons (Metric)

Caterpillar Komatsu LeTourneau LeTourneau


(Standard model)
994F WA 1200-3 L-1350 L-1850

Bucket 19.0 m3 20.0 m3 21.4 m3 25.2 m3

Flywheel power 1072 kW 1165 kW 1193 kW 1492 kW

Operating weight 193 779 kg 205 200 kg 181 438 kg 229 522 kg

5563 mm 6285 mm 6400 mm 6810 mm


Dump clearance
(45o) (45o) (45o) (45o)

Reach 2278 mm 2970 mm 2710 mm 2940 mm

Breakout force 989 kN 1274 kN 979 kN 1229 kN

Full turn static 111 091 kg 104 800 kg 87 522 kg 90 720 kg


tipping load (40o) (40o) (45o) (42o)

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Specification Comparisons (English)

Caterpillar Komatsu LeTourneau LeTourneau


(Standard model)
994F WA 1200-3 L-1350 L-1850

Bucket 25.0 yd3 26.2 yd3 28.0 yd3 33.0 yd3

Flywheel power 1,438 hp 1,560 hp 1,600 hp 2,000 hp

Operating weight 427,209 lb 452,380 lb 400,000 lb 506,000 lb

18.3 ft 20.6 ft 21.0 ft 22.4 ft


Dump clearance
(45o) (45o) (45o) (45o)

Reach 7.5 ft 9.9 ft 8.9 ft 9.7 ft

Breakout force 222,336 lb 286,600 lb 220,000 lb 276,181 lb

Full turn static 245,113 lb 231,000 lb 192,950 lb 200,000 lb


tipping load (40o) (40o) (45o) (42o)

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Equipping Your Wheel Loader
Caterpillar ® 994F Wheel Loader
994F Standard Equipment

Electrical Operator Environment (cont.)


• Alarm, back-up • Instrumentation, gauges:
• Alternator, dual 80-amp – Engine coolant temperature
• Batteries, maintenance-free – Engine hour meter
• Converter, 10/15 amp, 24V to 12V – Hydraulic oil temperature
• Lighting system (halogen working lights, – Power train oil temperature
access, service platform) • Mirrors, rearview (internally and externally
• Starting and charging system (24V) mounted)
• Starting lockout in bumper • Programmable top gear
Operator Environment • Rimpull Control System
• Air conditioner • ROPS/FOPS
• Cab, sound suppressed, pressurized • Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth), air suspension, six-
• Cab, cleanout hose way adjustable
• Cigar lighter and ashtray • Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
• Coat hook • STIC Control System
• Electro-hydraulic tilt and lift controls • Tinted glass
• Heater and defroster • Transmission gear indicator
• Horn, air • VIMS™ System with external data port, integral
Payload Control System message center,
• Light, dome (cab) universal gauge, VIMS System keypad
• Lunchbox and beverage holders • Wet-arm wipers/washer (front and rear);
• Mirrors, externally-mounted rearview intermittent front and rear wipers

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994F Standard Equipment

Power Train
• Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary • Base machine price includes a rim allowance
• Driveline parking brake • Blower fan
• Engine Cat 3516B HD EUI Diesel • Couplings, Caterpillar O-ring face seals
• Fuel priming pump (electric) • Doors, service access (locking)
• Ground level engine shutdown • Ecology drains for engine, radiator, hydraulic tank,
• Precleaner, engine air intake (above hood) steering and brake tank, and brake cooling tank
• Power train oil coolers: two air-to-oil, • Fast fuel fill system (Shaw-Aero)
two water-to-oil • Fuel tank, 4641 L (1226 gal)
• Radiator, Next Generation Modular (NGMR) • High speed engine oil change (Wiggins)
• Starting aid, (ether) automatic • Hitch, drawbar with pin
• Throttle lock, electronic • Hoses, Caterpillar XT
• Torque converter, impeller clutch with rimpull • Hydraulic, steering and brake filtration/screening
control device system
• Transmission, planetary, power shift with • Mufflers (4)
3F/3R electronic control • Oil sampling valves
• Premixed 50 percent concentration of Extended Life
Other Standard Equipment Coolant with freeze protection to –34° C (–29° F)
• Air tank, ECC compliant (EN286) • Rear access to cab and service platform
• Air line dryer • Steering, load sensing
• Automatic bucket lift/tilt kickouts electronically • Supplemental steering system
adjustable from cab • Vandalism protection caplocks
• Automatic lubrication system

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994F Optional Equipment

• Buckets • Oil Renewal System (ORS)


– Spade edge, rock, 14 – 19 m3 (18.5 – • Rear vision camera (WAVS)
25 yd3) • Rims
– Straight edge, coal, 32 m3 (42 yd3) – 914 mm (36 in) wide
– Serrated edge, coal, 36 m3 (47 yd3) – 1118 mm (44 in) wide with 126 mm (6 in)
• Cab fresh air precleaner flange
• Caterpillar Product Link System – 1194 mm (47 in) wide with 126 mm (6 in)
• Coolant Extended Life – 50° C (–58° F) flange
• Ground engaging tools (G.E.T.), includes • Starters
tips, sidebar protectors, edge protectors, – Air start, turbine, Ingersoll
wear plates – Air start, turbine, TDI
• Heater, engine coolant, 120-volt – Electric, not recommended in ambient
• Heater, engine coolant, 240-volt temperatures below 0° C (32° F)
• Lift arrangements • VIMS System Wireless II
– Standard
– High Lift
– Super High Lift

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Computer Aided Earthmoving System (CAES)

CAES is an advanced monitoring tool combining GPS technology and in-cab


computing capabilities for precise grade and slope control

• On-board display indicates elevations of CAESbasic


machine, final grade or the ore body
without having to look for survey stakes
• Allows work to proceed in poor visibility
conditions and without surveying delays
• High precision GPS provides centimeter- CAESultra
level accuracy
• Records work progress for updating site
maps, improving overall planning
and efficiency
• Available in basic and ultra models

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CAESbasic vs. CAESultra

CAESbasic
• 140 mm (5.5 in) display
• Flash card download & recording
• Text readout displays information critical
to more effective operation
• Grade/slope control guidance
• File conversion program is the only extra
office software required

CAESultra
• 264 mm (10.4 in) display
• Files wirelessly sent to machine
• Plan recorded and updated in
real time
• Grade/slope, ore, compaction control
• Progress can viewed in remote office
• Office software for monitoring machine
progress and creating reports
• Productivity reporting on-board and off

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Serviceability
Caterpillar ® 994F Wheel Loader
Right Side Inspection

1. Inspect tires for damage and


proper inflation
2. Inspect wheel brakes for leaks
3. Check that guards and covers are
properly secured and undamaged
4. Check hydraulic level in sight glass
5. Inspect the hydraulic system
for leaks
8
6 7
Inside engine cover:
3 5 4
6. Inspect the cooling system
for leaks 2 2
1 1
7. Inspect hoses for cracks or leaks
8. Inspect belts for worn, cracked,
or frayed edges

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Front View Inspection

1. Inspect front differential and front final


drives for leaks 2
2

2. Inspect lights for broken lenses or


burned out bulbs
3. Inspect the hydraulic system for leaks 2

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Left Side Inspection

1. Inspect tires for damage and proper inflation


2. Inspect wheel brakes for leaks
3. Check that guards and covers are properly
secured and undamaged
4. Inspect steps and handholds for damage
or debris
5. Check steering & brake oil level sight glass 13 13
11
6. Inspect the hydraulic system for leaks
Inside engine cover:
12
7. Inspect the cooling system for leaks 7 8
8. Inspect hoses for cracks or leaks 6 9 10
5 3
9. Inspect belts for worn, cracked, 4
2
or frayed edges 2 1 1
10. Check engine oil level
On upper deck:
11. Inspect ROPS for any damage
12. Check coolant level in sight glass
13. Inspect the engine precleaner screen and
remove any dirt or debris

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Rear Inspection

1. Inspect the cooling system for leaks


2. Check hoses, radiator fins, radiator cap
and drain area
3. Remove trash from radiator
4. Inspect rear differential and real final
drives for leakage
2
3
1

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Service Refill Capacities

Liters U.S. Gallons

Fuel tank 3833 1,013

Cooling system 490 129.4

Crankcase 286 75.6

Transmission 350 92.5

Differentials and final drives (each) 621 164.0

Hydraulics – lift / tilt 390 103.0

Hydraulics – brake cooling 36 9.5

Hydraulics – steering/brake 208 55.0

Hydraulic system (includes tank) 893 236.0

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Oil Renewal System (ORS)

On 3500 engines, the optional ORS meters used crankcase oil into the
fuel system to be burned, replenished by fresh oil from a make-up tank

• Eliminates regular oil changes Make-up tank


supplies fresh oil to
and oil disposal costs
crankcase
• Improves average engine
oil quality
• Lessens environmental impact
• Decreases service downtime
• 59 L (15.5 gal) make-up tank
eliminates daily topping-off of
crankcase oil required with
previous systems
• Integrated with engine ECM and
VIMS System Two-way valve injects equal
• Emissions compliant amounts of used oil to fuel
system & new oil crankcase Used oil sent to fuel
tank via return line

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Superior Engine Oil Quality with ORS

Because ORS constantly replaces old oil with new, the quality level remains
consistent and free of the quality degradation experienced in oil during a typical
500-hour life cycle

Oil Degradation vs Time

Non-ORS
Oil Degradation

ORS

0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000


Hours

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Product Support
Caterpillar® 994F Wheel Loader
Product Support - Dealer

We offer a dealer network and support system that is unmatched by any


competitor. Cat dealers support their customers through the entire life of
every machine they sell

Repair and maintenance Equipment management Parts and component


process engineering services support

On site service Scheduled Oil Sampling Operator Training


and diagnostics and technical analysis 89
Caterpillar Global Factory Support

• 23 parts distribution centers


• 13 training centers
• 107 manufacturing facilities

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Caterpillar Global Dealer Network

180
locally owned businesses
1,916
dealer branch stores
93,000
employees supporting you
$7.8 billion
in assets
50+ years More than our top 3 competitors combined
average tenure
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Parts & Service Support Worldwide

Cat dealers offer a wide range of parts and service plans that will
maximize up time and return on your investment

• Preventive maintenance programs


• Diagnostic programs, such as Scheduled
Oil Sampling and technical analysis
• Rebuild and Reman options
• Operator training
• Assorted customer support agreements

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Caterpillar Certified Rebuild (CCR)

The CCR program offers a like-new machine with a renewed warranty and serial
number, all at a much lower cost than a comparable new machine

• Inspection
• Disassembly
• Reconditioning
• Engineering updates
• Power train testing
• Reassembly
• Performance testing
• Repainting
• New serial number/warranty
• Customer evaluation

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Off Highway Truck Reman Components

We offer the following Reman components decrease down time, reduce


cost, and increase quality.
• Engines
• Engine Components
• Final Drives
• Torque Converter
• Transmission
• Electric Drive Components
• Drivetrain Components
– Wheel assemblies, Spindles,
Carriers, Clutch Plates
• Hydraulics
– Piston Motors, Gear Pumps,
Rods / Cylinders
• Electronic Components
– Starters, Alternators, ECU’s
• Price 40 – 70% below new parts
More information at catreman.cat.com
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Percentage Commonality in Parts Numbers

Update As Models Release


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Questions
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