RETAINER 2781266 - Caterpillar

Shipping
Investigate the travel route for overpass clearances. Make sure there will be adequate clearance if the machine being transported is equipped with a ROPS, cab or canopy.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.
1. Block the trailer or rail car wheels before loading. 2. After the machine is in position, connect the antipivot link to hold the articulated frame rigid. 3. Lower the bucket and shift the transmission to NEUTRAL. 4. Engage the transmission control lock. 5. Engage the parking brake. 6. Turn off the engine. Remove the starter key. 7. Turn the disconnect switch off and remove the key. 8. Block the tires and secure the machine with tie-downs (rail car).
Tractor-Trailer 9. Cover the exhaust opening or secure the rain cap to prevent the turbocharger from "windmilling" in transit.Roading
When roading a machine, consult your tire dealer for recommended pressures and speed limitations.
Inflate the tires to the correct pressure. Use a self-attaching inflation chuck and stand behind the tire tread while inflating the tire. See "Tire Inflation Information." Bring the engine coolant, the crankcase oil and the transmission oil up to the correct level.Check with the proper officials to obtain the required permits, etc.Travel at a moderate speed. Observe all speed limitations when roading the machine. Stop every 25 miles or 1 hour for 30 minutes to allow the tires and components to cool. Perform a "Walk-Around Inspection" and measure the fluid levels in the various compartments.