BAR GP-EQUALIZER 3516568 - Caterpillar

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If the stick stops due to the load, raise the boom and/or perform a curl in order to adjust the depth of the cut.
To apply the greatest force at the cutting edge, decrease the down pressure as you move the stick toward the cab.
Maintain a bucket attitude that ensures a continuous flow of material into the bucket.
Continue the pass in a horizontal direction so that material peels into the bucket.
Close the bucket and raise the boom when the pass has been completed.
Engage the swing control when the bucket is clear of the excavation.
To dump a load, move the stick outward and open the bucket in a continuous motion. Lifting Objects
To prevent injury, do not exceed the rated load capacity of the machine. If the machine is not on level ground, load capacities will vary.
The grapple or the magnet can swing in all directions. Personal injury can result if the attachment swings into the cab or a person in the work area.
If the machine is equipped with the CE plate per requirements for the European Union, used to lift objects, then the machine must be equipped with the optional boom lowering control valve and an overload warning device.A fit for purpose test was completed in order to confirm that a properly equipped machine meets the requirements of the European Union Machinery Directive "2006/42/EC" for lifting objects.The overload warning device (if equipped) must be adjusted for the bucket linkage and bucket size that is installed on the machine. Adjust the overload warning device for proper operation.The setting for the overload warning device (if equipped) should be checked by an authorized dealer.The use of the overload warning device is described in Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Operator Controls".
Illustration 5 g00291901For machines which are equipped with a bucket, use the eye on the power link in order to lift objects.If the eye is utilized, the connection must be made with a shackle or a clevis.
Illustration 6 g00291900For machines which are not equipped with a bucket, use the pin joint at the end of the stick to lift the objects. The lifting capacities are calculated by using the pin joint without the attachment. Use this fact when you calculate the lifting load.Short slings will prevent excessive load swing.
Illustration 7 g00103420The following instances will create an unstable load condition:
The lifting load exceeds the machine load rating.
A heavy load is swung over an end.
A heavy load is swung over a side.
Illustration 8 g00103421When you pick up an object, the most stable lift position is over a corner. In order to increase stability, the operator may also lower the blade or the stabilizer.
Illustration 9 g00103422For the best stability, carry a load as close as possible to the machine and to the ground.
Illustration 10 g00103423As the distance from the swing centerline to the load increases, lift capacity decreases.Lifting Machine From Ground
Sometimes, it is necessary to lift the machine from the ground. If your machine is equipped with a dozer blade, use the following procedure:
Lower the dozer blade completely in order to lift the