GEAR A.-ST. 2D6243 - 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.
To properly perform the towing procedure, use the following recommendations.Use these towing instructions for moving a disabled machine over a short distance of 8 kilometers (5 miles) or less. Do not move the machine faster than 3 km/h (2 mph). Move the machine to a convenient location for repair. Always haul the machine if long distance moving is required.Shielding must be provided on the towing machine in order to protect the operator in case the tow line or the tow bar breaks.Do not allow riders on a machine that is being towed unless the operator can control the steering and/or the braking of the towed machine.Before you tow the machine, inspect the tow line or the tow bar. Make sure that the tow line or the tow bar is sturdy enough for towing the disabled machine. The tow line or the tow bar must have a strength that is equal to 1.5 times the gross weight of the machine that is being towed.Do not use a chain for pulling. A chain link may break. This can cause personal injury. Use a wire rope that has cable loops or end rings. Position an observer at a safe location. The observer should stop the pulling procedure if the cable starts to break or the cable starts to unravel. If the towing machine moves without the pulled machine, stop the pulling procedure.Keep the tow line angle to a minimum. Do not exceed a 30 degree angle from the straight ahead position.Quick machine movement could overload the tow line or the tow bar. This could cause the tow line or the tow bar to break. Gradual, smooth machine movement works better.Normally, the towing machine should be as large as the disabled machine. The towing machine must have enough brake capacity, enough weight, and enough power for the grade that is involved and for the distance that is involved.It may be necessary to connect a larger machine or additional machines to the disabled machine in order to provide sufficient control and sufficient braking. This will prevent the disabled machine from rolling away out of control on a downgrade.The requirements for all different situations cannot be specified. Minimal towing machine capacity is required on smooth, level surfaces. Maximum towing machine capacity is required on inclines or on poor surface conditions.Any towed machine with a load must be equipped with a braking system that can be operated from the operator compartment.Consult your Caterpillar dealer for more information about towing a disabled machine.Towing with a Running Engine
If the engine is running, the machine can be towed for a short distance under certain conditions. The power train and the steering system must be operable. Tow the machine for a short distance only. For example, pull the machine out of mud or to the side of the road.The