BRACKET AS 2601570 - Caterpillar

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When you tow the machine from the rear of the machine, tow the machine from the drawbar. If you must tow the machine from the front of the machine, make sure that you evenly balance the load. The load should be evenly balanced between the slots in the bracket for the tension cylinder on both sides of the machine. This machine is equipped with internal wet disc brakes. The brakes are applied hydraulically. The brakes are applied with a limited supply of high pressure oil. Whenever the engine is stopped, the brake system uses the high pressure oil that is stored in the brake accumulator. While the engine is off, a fully charged accumulator will store enough oil for a minimum of six full applications of the brakes.In order to tow the machine with a stopped engine, remove the axle shafts from the final drive. For removal of the axle shafts, see the Service Manual or consult any Caterpillar dealer.Whenever the axle shafts are removed, the service brakes are disengaged. In these situations, use a rigid tow bar between the machines. Make sure that the towing machine meets the following criteria for the grade and for the distance before you tow a disabled machine: sufficient braking capability, sufficient weight for control and sufficient power for control.When any towed machine is loaded, the machine must be equipped with a brake system that is operable from the operator's compartment.If there are no evident problems with the final drive, you can tow the machine for a short distance without removing the axle shafts. For more information, consult any Caterpillar dealer.Consult your Caterpillar dealer for the equipment that is necessary for towing a disabled machine.Towing a Machine That is Stuck
Be careful when you tow a machine that becomes stuck. Machines may become stuck because of very muddy conditions. Some sandy materials flow readily onto the belts of a moving or stopped machine.Follow the following guidelines when you tow machines that are stuck.
First, remove material from the area around the machine. Also, remove the material from the area around the undercarriages. Then, attempt to drive the machine forward.
If that machine is still stuck, remove additional material. Then, pull the machine rearward.Note: When you remove a machine that is stuck, observe the amount of material that re-enters the undercarriage. As required, remove material from the undercarriage in order to prevent plugging.When you tow a machine that is stuck, tow the machine from the drawbar and pull in the rearward direction. The slots in the brackets for the tension cylinder should not be used in order to pull a machine that is stuck.