INSTALLATION AR-MACHINE 4262527 - Caterpillar

Never transport the machine with the engine running. If the fine swing control is left ON with the engine running, the swing parking brake will stay disengaged.
Comply with any laws that govern the characteristics of a load (length, width, height, and weight).
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Move the hydraulic lockout control to the LOCKED position.
Turn the engine start switch to the OFF position in order to stop the engine. Remove the engine start switch key.
Turn the battery disconnect switch to the OFF position and remove the disconnect switch key.
Lock the door and the access covers. Attach any vandalism protection.
The Product Link antenna (if equipped) may be repositioned in order to meet the regulations regarding height of some locations. The Product Link antenna is located on top of the cab. Perform the following procedure in order to move the Product Link antenna to the transport position.
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Loosen nut (1).
Remove antenna (2) and place the antenna in hole (3).
Tighten nut (1).
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Antenna for Product Link in transport position
Return the antenna to the operational position before operating the machine.
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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.
The side view camera is located on top of the fuel tank and it must be repositioned for transport. Perform the following procedure in order to move the camera to the transport position.
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Side view camera in position for transport
Loosen bolts (4) and (5) and slide the camera upward to the transport position.
Tighten bolts (4) and (5).Note: The side view camera must be placed back into the normal operating position before the machine can be placed back into service.When the engine is stopped, the swing parking brake is automatically applied. This prevents the upper structure from swinging.
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.
Transportation Hints for Machines that are Equipped with a Long Reach Configuration
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Extend the stick cylinder until the hole in stay (1) on the boom is in alignment with the hole in the stay bracket on the stick.
Use the bolt and the nuts to lock the stay. This will secure the stick to the boom.
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After the machine is loaded on a trailer, secure the tracks.
Secure the front units with wood block (2).For any additional information, refer to the Operation and Maintenance, "Securing the Machine".