HOUSING-DIFFERENTIAL 8D7827 - Caterpillar

Check travel route for overpass clearances. Make sure there will be adequate clearance if machine being transported is equipped with ROPS, cab, or canopy.
Obey state and local laws governing weight, width and length of load.Obey laws covering transportation of compressed gas (cushion hitch accumulator). 1. Lower bowl and apron. Move cushion hitch and bail control to LOCK DOWN-BAIL DOWN. 2. Stop engine, turn off disconnect switch and remove key. 3. To protect brake rotochambers, open tractor and scraper air reservoir drains. Allow air to drain completely then close drains.
Protect the engine cooling system with antifreeze to the lowest expected temperature on travel route, or drain completely.Cover engine exhaust opening to prevent turbocharger "windmilling" in transit.
Install vandalism protection covers and caps and lock them. Cover operator's seat or lock cab doors. Block tires and secure machine with tie-downs.
If the machine will be hauled with the scraper wheels on the ground, remove both scraper axle shafts to prevent transmission and differential damage.
Shipping Brackets
Shipping brackets, available from your Caterpillar dealer can be used to decrease the width of the machine for shipping. See Caterpillar Special Instruction, Form Number SMHS6838 for shipping bracket installation.Roading
To prevent scraper transmission damage, due to lack of lubrication, operate the scraper engine or remove both scraper axle shafts when roading the machine.
1. TON-MPH limitations must be observed. Contact your tire dealer for speed limits of the tires involved.2. Inspect machine thoroughly. Bring coolant, engine oil, transmission oil, differential and final drive oil, wheel coolant, and fuel to proper levels.3. Clean windshield, side, and rear glass. Clean all lights and reflectors.4. Make sure all headlights, taillights, turn signals, and hazard warning lights function properly.5. Have fire extinguisher, flares and reflectors with machine.6. If necessary to leave machine unattended: a. Lower all equipment.b. Neutralize transmission and apply lock.c. Set parking brake.d. Stop engine, turn off disconnect and remove key.e. Lock cab doors or install vandalism covers.f. At night, set out flares and/or reflectors.Towing
These instructions are for an emergency only. Always haul the machine if long distances must be traveled.
When towing, attach the tow line only to tow hooks on the frame.Do not tow faster than 5 mph (8 kph).Shielding must be provided on the towing and towed vehicle to protect the operator if the tow line should break.Do not have tension on the tow line when inspecting. Do not jerk the tow line. It may break. Be sure the line is of sufficient capacity and in good condition.Use a tow bar if the machine is to be moved more than a few feet. If a tow bar is not available, attach a machine of equal size to the rear of the towed machine to provide braking when going down hill.
Do not move the machine with the parking brake applied. The brake will be damaged.Inspect the brakes before operating the machine if it was moved with brakes applied.
1. Keep the tow line straight. Do not exceed a 30° angle from straight ahead position.2. Inspect tow line connections before taking up