GENERAL AR 5Y0448 - 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.Be sure all necessary repairs and adjustments have been made before a machine that has been towed to a service area, is put back into operation.Follow the recommendations below, to properly perform the towing procedure.
Damage can be caused to the transmission if the machine is moved with the engine not running. There will be no lubrication to the transmission components. Disconnect and remove the universal joint before the machine is moved.
This machine is equipped with mechanically applied wet disc brakes.These towing instructions are for moving a disabled machine a short distance, at low speed, no faster than 2 km/h (1.2 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.The operator on the towed machine MUST steer in the direction of the tow line.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.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 disable 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.Attach towing device and machine before releasing the brakes. Disengage the front wheel drive if equipped.Consult your Caterpillar dealer for towing a disabled machine.Engine Running
If the power train and the steering system are operable, and the engine is running, the machine can be towed a SHORT DISTANCE, pulled out of mud or to the side of the road. Move the transmission control lever to NEUTRAL.Raise the implements off the ground.Release the parking brake to allow machine movement.Engine Stopped
Perform the following steps before towing the machine with the engine stopped. 1. Apply the parking brake.2. Move the transmission control lever to NEUTRAL.3. Raise all implements above ground if needed. Use a hoist and lift while moving control levers to the raise position. Implements will not stay in the raised position unless blocked. Release levers