PLATE 2690618 - Caterpillar

Machine Shipping
Investigate the travel route for overpass clearances. Make sure there will be adequate clearance for the machine being transported. The height of machine with ROPS is 11 feet, 4 inches.To prevent the machine from slipping while loading, or shifting in transit, remove ice, snow or other slippery material from the loading dock and the truck bed before loading.
Obey all state and local laws governing the weight, width and length of a load.Observe all regulations governing wide loads.
Before Loading the MachineThis machine can be transported as a 3.00 m (10 ft) load. Loading the Machine 1. Block the trailer or rail car wheels before loading (trailer shown).2. Start the engine and set the rotor mode switch to TRAVEL or manually raise the rotor to the fully UP position and engage the rotor service lock.3. Release the parking brake.4. Carefully drive the machine onto the trailer.5. After the machine is in position, move propel lever to the neutral position.6. Engage the parking brake.7. Lower the rotor to rest on the trailer deck or support the rotor on blocks on the trailer deck. Open the rear door slightly so it does not rest on the trailer deck.8. Move the throttle switch to reduce the engine speed.9. Turn the engine start switch to OFF and remove the key.10. Turn the disconnect switch to OFF and remove the key.11. Secure the machine with tie-downs when transporting on a rail car or a tractor-trailer.12. Cover the engine inlet and exhaust openings.Machine Roading
Perform a Walk-Around Inspection and measure the fluid levels in the various compartments.Check with the proper officials to obtain the required permits, etc.Machine Tiedown Information
Improper lifting or tiedowns can allow load to shift and cause injury or damage.
Install tiedowns at several locations, and block front and rear wheels. Loops are provided at each end of the machine on both sides. The center can be tied down by looping over the rotor axle reducers by the hangers of the frame.Check appropriate laws governing weight, width and length of load.Contact your Caterpillar dealer for shipping instructions for your machine.