SUPPORT AS 3070473 - Caterpillar

Machine 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 (trailer shown). 2. After the machine is in position, connect the steering frame link to hold the front and rear frames rigid. 3. Turn start key switch off and remove key. 4. Engage the secondary/parking brake. 5. Inflate tires to 206 kPa (30 psi) for shipping. 6. Block front and rear of drum. 7. Support drum yoke on each side with 10.16 cm x 15.24 cm x 35.56 cm (4 in x 6 in x 14 in) blocks.
Failure to properly block the drum yoke during machine shipment may cause damage to the drum rubber isolation blocks.
8. After all blocking is in place, chain machine down.Machine Roading
Before roading a machine, consult your tire dealer for recommended tire pressures and speed limitations."TON km/h" (TON MPH) limitations must be observed. Consult your tire dealer for the speed limit of the tires involved.When traveling long distances, stop every 40 km (25 miles) or 1 hour for 30 minutes to allow the tires and components to cool.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." 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.Travel at a moderate speed. Observe all speed limitations when roading the machine.Machine Lifting/Tiedown Information
Improper lifting or tiedowns can allow load to shift and cause injury or damage.
1. Weight and instructions given herein apply to units manufactured by Caterpillar Inc.CS-431B Weight 6100 kg (13420 lb)2. Use proper rated cables and slings for lifting. Position crane for level machine lift.3. Spreader bar widths should be sufficient to prevent contact with machine. 4. Attach rear lifting cables around the right and left axle housings. 5. Attach front lifting hooks to the right and left drum shell. 6. Connect these four lifting cables to a lifting cable over the center of the machine. 7. Block front and rear of drum. 8. Support drum yoke on each side with 10.16 cm x 15.24 cm x 35.56 cm (4 in x 6 in x 14 in) blocks.
Failure to properly block the drum yoke during machine shipment may cause damage to the drum rubber isolation blocks.
9. After all blocking is in place, chain machine down.Check state and local laws governing weight, width and length of load.Contact your Caterpillar dealer for shipping instructions for your machine.