BUSHING 1171112 - Caterpillar

Tighten the six ROPS screw connections to the specific torque before raising the machine. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS) - Inspect" for more information.The machine could come loose from the lifting device and cause personal injury or death. Do not allow anyone inside the machine during the lifting procedure of the machine. Do not allow anyone under or around the machine during the lifting procedure. Stay clear!
Improper lifting or tiedowns can allow load to shift and can cause injury and damage.
Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Specifications" for specific weight information.Use proper rated cables and slings for lifting. The crane should be positioned so that the machine is lifted parallel to the ground.Positioning the Machine for Lifting
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Raise the blade (2).
Position the boom in a straight ahead position.
Retract the boom cylinder, extend the stick cylinder, and work tool cylinder (1) to the end of the stroke.
Swing the upper structure so that the blade (2) is to the rear of the machine.
Stop the engine. Raise the hydraulic lockout control and dismount the machine. Lock the door and the engine door. Lifting the Machine
Note: Ensure that the undercarriage is fully expanded before you lift the machine. Ensure that an empty standard bucket is installed on the machine.
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Attach shackles to the lifting eyes in the ends of the blade and fasten slings to the shackles.
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Attach a shackle to the lifting eye in the middle bracket of the boom. Fasten a sling to the shackle.
Use lifting gears that match the required lengths.
Table 1
(A) 1850 mm (6 ft 1 inch)
(B) 3400 mm (11 ft 2 inch)
Raise the machine slowly in order to make sure that the machine stays in a horizontal position. Tying Down the Machine
Note: Do not allow anyone in the machine during the transport of the machine.
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Lower the blade to the trailer.
Extend the bucket and stick cylinders to the end of the stroke.
Lower the boom slowly in order to rest the bucket control linkage on a block of wood.
Stop the engine and remove the key.
Move all of the hydraulic control levers several times in order to relieve any trapped pressure.
Engage the swing lock pin.
Move the hydraulic lockout control to the RAISED position.
Close the windows, lock the door, and the engine door.
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Chock the tracks. Install tie-downs on the front eye on the blade in order to prevent shifting in transit. Install tie-downs on the bucket control linkage in order to prevent the boom from shifting. Install tie-downs on the rear eye on the lower frame in order to prevent shifting in transit. Note: Use protectors between the machine and tie-downs.
Separately tie down all work tools that will accompany the machine. Refer to the operation manual for the work tools for instructions on tying down the individual work tools.