PISTON-CLUTCH 1943819 - Caterpillar

A machine may shift if improper procedures or equipment are used for lifting and tying down for transport. Ensure that proper equipment and procedures are used for lifting and tying machines down for transport. If a machine shifts it could cause personal injury or death.
Lifting the Machine
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This film is on the left frame rail near the front of the dump body.
Only use the charts to lift and tie down a machine that is assembled as the original shipment from the factory. If attachments have been installed, the weight and the center of gravity of your machine may vary.The machine shipping weight of the machine will depend on the configuration and the options.Park the machine on a level surface. Engage the parking brake. Lower the dump body and shut off the engine.Install the steering frame locks. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Steering Frame Lock".Lifting Points
Illustration 2 g03504344Two lifting holes (1) are at the rear of the machine in the dump body. Two tow points (2) are at the front of the machine.Note: Do not use lifting holes (3) to lift the machine. These holes are provided to enable the body to be lifted off the machine.Perform the following steps to lift the machine:
Install the steering frame locks.
Select proper rated cables, proper rated chain shackles, proper rated slings, and proper rated lifting beams for lifting the machine. The lifting beam must be wide enough to prevent contact of the cables and slings with the machine.
Position the crane to lift the machine in a level plane.
Remove the slings, cables, beams, and lifting devices after the machine has been lowered.Tying Down the Machine
Each machine is equipped with brackets for tying down the machine.
Illustration 3 g06029192Use the two front tow points for tying down the front of the machine.
Illustration 4 g03486000Two points for tying down are at the center of the machine.
Illustration 5 g03504356Use the rear tow point for tying down the rear of the machine.Attach tie-downs at these locations. Place blocks around the front wheels and around the rear wheels.Obey all the laws that govern the actual load weight, the actual load width, and the actual load length.Consult your Cat dealer for shipping instructions for your machine. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Shipping the Machine".