CONTROL GP-ELECTRONIC 9X8998 - Caterpillar

Raising with a Jack and Supporting with Blocks
Place the jack in a location that will sustain the weight of the machine such as a frame member. The frame member should be parallel to the ground. The head of the jack should be against a flat surface. Use a jack which will support the weight of the machine.
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Suitable places for jacking up the machine (1) are shown in illustration 1. These locations are part of the front frame and the rear frame. Jack up the machine to the required height. Place wood blocks at suitable locations under the machine. The blocks should be placed on a level ground. The blocks should provide a large base for support. The wood blocks should be no less than 15 cm (6 inches) wide,15 cm (6 inches) high, and 76 cm (30 inches) long. Only use wood blocks which will support the weight of the machine.Once the wood blocks are in place, lower the jack until the machine is supported by the blocks.Make sure that the machine is stable before you proceed to work on the machine.Note: A stand is available from your Caterpillar dealer which may be substituted for wood blocks. Stands should only be used on a concrete surface. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for further information.Raising and Supporting with a Lift Stand
A Lift Stand is available from your Caterpillar dealer. The Lift Stand combines lifting and supporting functions. Two Lift Stands should be used if you are lifting both sides of the machine. Lift Stands should only be used on concrete surfaces.Place the Lift Stand in a location that will sustain the weight of the machine such as a frame member. The frame member should be parallel to the ground. The head of the Lift Stand should be against a flat surface. Use a Lift Stand which will support the weight of the machine. Make sure that the machine is stable before you proceed to work on the machine.