BLADE GP-EDGE 4733131 - Caterpillar

Personal injury or death could result when towing a disabled machine incorrectly.Block the machine to prevent movement before releasing the brakes. The machine can roll free if it is not blocked.Follow the recommendations below, to properly perform the towing procedure.
This machine is equipped with spring applied, air pressure released brakes. If the engine or air system is inoperable, the brakes are applied and the machine can not be moved.The machine is equipped with hydraulic steering. If engine or hydraulic system are inoperable there is no steering capability for towing. For instructions to switch hydraulic lines to permit towing, see the following section, "Manual Release of Steering System."These towing instructions are for moving a disabled machine a short distance, only a few feet at low speed, no faster than 8 km/h (5 mph), to a convenient location for repair. These instructions are for emergencies only. Always haul the machine if long distance moving is required.Shielding must be provided on the towing machine, to protect the operator if the tow line or bar should break.Do not allow riders on the machine being towed, unless the operator can control the steering and/or braking.Before towing, make sure the tow line or bar is in good condition and has enough strength for the towing situation involved. Use a towing line or bar with a strength of at least 1.5 times the gross weight of the towing machine, for a disabled machine stuck in mud or when towing on a grade.When towing, attach the tow line only to the tow hooks on the frame.Keep the tow line angle to a minimum. Do not exceed a 30° angle from the straight ahead position.Quick machine movement could overload the tow line or bar and cause it to break. Gradual and smooth machine movement will work better.Normally, the towing machine should be as large as the disabled machine. Satisfy yourself that the towing machine has enough brake capacity, weight and power, to control both machines for the grade and distance involved.To provide sufficient control and braking when moving a disabled machine downhill, a larger towing machine or additional machines connected to the rear could be required. This will prevent it from rolling uncontrolled.The different situation requirements cannot be given, as minimal towing machine capacity is required on smooth level surfaces to maximum on inclines or poor surface conditions.Consult your Caterpillar dealer for towing a disabled machine.Engine Running
The machine may be pulled out of mud or to the side of the haul road, if power train and steering systems are operable. The operator on the towed machine must steer in the direction of the tow line.Engine Stopped
Do now allow riders on the machine that is being towed with the engine stopped.Block the wheels when releasing the brakes or when parking the machine with the brakes released.
Block the wheels before releasing the parking/secondary brakes.
Do not move the machine more than a few feet with the parking brake applied. The brake will be damaged.Inspect the brakes, before operating the machine,