SLEEVE-HARDENED 4W7594 - Caterpillar

If necessary, remove snap pin (4) from the outer tube (1) and extend or retract inner tube (2) to the desired length. Align holes and install snap pin to lock tubes at the correct length.
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(3) Retainer Plate (5) Hairpin Clip (6) Lanyard
If necessary, remove hairpin clips (5) from retainer plates (3) and allow to hang from lanyards (6) .
Insert single chain link (8) into retainer plate (3), as shown. Attach hairpin clip (5) to retainer plate to lock chain sling (7) to lifting beam (10) .
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(3) Retainer Plate (5) Hairpin Clip (7) Chain Sling (8) Chain Link (10) Lifting Beam Assembly
Count chain links (8) above or below the attached retainer plate (3) .
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(3) Retainer Plate (5) Hairpin Clip (7) Chain Sling (8) Chain Link (10) Lifting Beam Assembly
Insert single chain link (8) into opposite retainer plate (3) at the same location on the second leg of chain sling (7). Attach hairpin clip (5) to retainer plate to lock chain sling to lifting beam (10) .
Make sure the number of chain links (8) above and below each retainer plate (3) are equal. Make sure that the angle between lifting beam assembly (10) and each leg of chain sling (7) is a minimum of 42°.
To avoid damage to the lifting beam assembly, chain sling, and related components, maintain a minimum 42° angle between each leg of the chain sling and lifting beam assembly.
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(3) Retainer Plate (7) Chain Sling (8) Chain Link (10) Lifting Beam AssemblyNote: If necessary, move the lifting beam assembly up or down equally on both legs of chain sling (7) to achieve the correct angle.
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(7) Chain Sling (9) Load Lever (10) Lifting Beam Assembly
If necessary, attach chain sling (7) (with lifting beam assembly (10) attached) to a suitable overhead lifting device.Note: Refer to the appropriate assembly and disassembly service manual for correct procedures for attaching and lifting the load.Note: Two chain slings (7) and lifting beam assemblies (10) can be attached to a suitable load lever (9) for four point lifting.Maintenance Section
Inspection
Inspect prior to each use for nicks, burrs, dents, cracks, bends, or worn parts. If damage is found, discontinue use until inspected and released for use by an approved inspector at the dealership.
Do not use unless load identification markings and warning films are legible.
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Do not use if the outer tube (1) or inner tube (2) is bent or damaged, or if snap pin holes in tubes are worn.
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Do not use if snap pin (4) is damaged or missing.
Do not use if hairpin clips (5) or lanyards (6) are damaged or missing.
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Do not use if either of the retainer plates (3) are worn, bent, or damaged.
Have tool inspected annually by an approved dealership inspector.Cleaning/Lubrication
Clean the tooling using a nonsolvent based cleaner.
Lightly lubricate sliding parts as needed, for smooth operation.Storage
Store tooling indoors in a clean, dry location to prevent rust or corrosion.
Store the lifting beam assembly lying flat, or hanging from a suitable hook, to prevent falling.Tool Disposal
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