PIN GP 5016984 - Caterpillar

Improper hookup and towing is dangerous and could result in injury or death to yourself or others.The towing connection must be rigid, or towing must be done by two machines of the same size as the towed machine. If two machines are used, connect a machine on each end of the towed machine.If only one machine is used for towing, that machine must be larger than the towed machine.Be sure that 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 that are listed below in order to perform the towing procedure correctly.Note: To prevent the machine from moving, place blocks under the machine wheels. Blocking the wheels must be done before you release the parking brake.The machine is equipped with a spring applied, oil pressure released parking brake. The parking brake is mounted on the center axle.If the engine cannot be run, the brake piston pump will be inoperable. The inoperable pump may prevent the release of the parking brake.The parking brake can be released manually when there is not enough oil pressure in the system.Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Parking Brake Manual Release".The following towing instructions are for moving a disabled machine for a short distance at low speed.Note: Empty the truck body and lower the truck body before towing a disabled machine. Do not tow the machine with material in the truck body. Ensure that the body is lowered before the machine is towed. Do not tow the machine with the truck body in the raised position. Failure to dump the load will result in damage to the frame and other components.The towing force on the rear or on the front of the machine must not exceed the following structural limits:
(S/N: 3T3) 23900 kg (52690 lb)
(S/N: 3T5) 25240 kg (55645 lb)
(S/N: 3F3) 23500 kg (51809 lb)
(S/N: 3F5) 24880 kg (54851 lb)Move the machine at a speed of 2 km/h (1.2 mph) or less to a convenient location for repair. Always haul the machine if long distance moving is required.Do not allow an inexperienced operator onto a machine that is being towed. The operator must know the location of the machine controls. The operator must be familiar with the steering operation and with the braking operation of the machine.Shielding must be provided on both machines.Before you tow the machine, make sure that the tow line or the tow bar is in good condition. Make sure that the tow line or the tow bar has enough strength for the towing procedure that is involved. The strength of the tow line or of the tow bar should be at least 150% of the gross weight of the towing machine. This increased capacity is required for a disabled machine that is stuck in the mud and for towing on a grade.Keep the tow line angle to a minimum. Do not exceed a 15° angle from the straight ahead position.Quick machine movement could