SPRING-AIR 1058641 - Caterpillar

Improper lifting and improper tie-downs can allow the load to shift or fail and cause injury or damage. Use only properly rated cables and slings with lift and tie down points provided.Follow the instructions in Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Lifting and Tying Down the Machine" for the proper technique for securing the machine. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Specifications" for specific weight information.
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Actual machine locations of lifting points and tie down points.
The right-hand tire and wheel assemblies are removed to enhance visibility.
(1) Rear lifting and tie down point
(2) Front tie down point
(3) Front lifting point
Improper lifting or tie-downs can allow the load to shift and cause injury or damage. Install the steering frame lock link before lifting.
Ensure that the lift arms are in fully lowered position before lifting the machine.Check all of the laws that govern the load characteristics (height, weight, width, and length).Reference: For shipping instructions, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Shipping the Machine".Lifting the Machine
Note: Do not use handles or steps in order to lift the machine. Do not use the work tool for a lifting point.Note: The machine shipping weight that is listed is the weight of the most common configuration of the machine. If attachments have been installed on your machine, the weight of your machine and the center of gravity of your machine may vary.Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Specifications" for the dimensions and weight of the machine.
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Right-hand rear lifting point and tie down point detail.
Right-hand rear tire and wheel assembly removed to enhance visibility.
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Right-hand front lifting point detail.
Right-hand front tire and wheel assembly removed to enhance visibility.
The lifting points are identified by a label that shows a hook.
Lifting Point - In order to lift the machine, attach the lifting devices to the lifting points.Use properly rated cables and properly rated slings to lift the machine.Remove structures above the rear lifting points as necessary in order to route lifting cables to the lifting points.Position the crane or the lifting device in order to lift the machine in a level position.The width of the spreader bar must be sufficient to prevent the lifting cables or the lifting straps from contacting the machine.Do not allow any personnel in the area around the machine.
Engage the parking brake before you sling the machine and before you secure the machine with tie-downs.
Install the frame lock pin prior to lifting the machine.
Attach two lifting cables to the rear of the machine. There is one lifting eye on each side of the rear of the machine.
Attach two lifting cables to the front of the machine. There is one eye on each side of the front of the machine.
Connect the four lifting cables to the spreader bars. The spreader bars must be centered over the machine.
If equipped, secure any attachments.
Lift the machine. Move the machine to the desired position.
When the machine is positioned, place the blocks behind the tires. Tying Down the Machine
Note: Do not use handles or steps in order to tie