IDLER GP-TRACK 2540615 - Caterpillar

Do not transport the machine if there is a malfunction of the swing parking brake system.The machine may swing during transportation if the swing parking brake system is not functioning properly which could result in injury or death.Contact your Cat dealer for service.
Comply with any laws that govern the characteristics of a load (length, width, height, and weight).
Move the hydraulic lockout control to the LOCKED position.
Turn the engine start ring to the OFF position or press button to stop engine.
Turn the battery disconnect switch to OFF and remove the disconnect switch key.
Remove the ether starting aid cylinder. See Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Ether Starting Aid Cylinder - Replace" for the removal procedure.
Lock the door and the access covers. Attach any vandalism protection.
Illustration 1 g06181075Note: Caterpillar strongly recommends removing the Cat Grade Control monitor (if equipped) before transporting the machine to protect the monitor from damage or theft.
Disconnect the wiring harness from the Cat Grade Control monitor. Remove the three screws that secure the monitor to the mounting bracket and remove the monitor. Remove the monitor from the cab and store in the monitor carrying case.
Cover the exhaust opening.
Do not allow the turbocharger to rotate while the engine is not operating. Damage to the turbocharger can result.
Note: Before you unload the excavator from the transport machine, remove the protective covering from the exhaust opening.
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Chock the tracks and secure the machine with tie-downs. Make sure that you use the proper rated wire cable.Use the front towing eyes on the lower frame, the rear towing eyes on the lower frame, and the rear towing eye that is on the upper frame.Securely fasten all loose parts and all removed parts to the trailer or to the rail car.When the engine is stopped, the swing parking brake is automatically applied. The swing brake prevents the upper structure from rotating.
In freezing weather, protect the cooling system with antifreeze, to the lowest outside expected temperature on the travel route. Or, drain the cooling system completely.