SWITCH-LIQUID LEVEL 2490904 - Caterpillar

Machine Lifting/Tie-down Information
Improper lifting or tie-downs can allow load to shift and cause injury and damage.
For basic machine specifications, see Specifications and Model Views in the General Section.Weights and instructions given herein apply to machines as manufactured by Caterpillar Inc.* CS-531 9163 kg (20,500 lb) (standard operating weight)* CS-531 10 560 kg (23,260 lb) (with ROPS and ballasted tires)Use properly rated cables and slings for lifting.Position the crane or lifting device for a level machine lift.Spreader bar widths should be sufficient to prevent contact with machine. 1. Install the steering frame lock pin to hold the front and rear frames rigid. Remove pin (1), lower steering frame lock pin (2) then reinsert pin (1). 2. Attach two lifting cables to right and left rear lifting eyes. These lifting eyes are identified on the machine by a hook symbol. 3. Attach two lifting cables to the right and left front lifting holes. These lifting holes are identified on the machine by a hook symbol.4. Connect the four lifting cables to spreader bars centered over the machine.5. Lift and move the machine. 6. When the machine is in position, block in front of the drum and behind the tires. 7. Front frame must be blocked under side plates at drum centerline when tiedowns are used. Block height is 495 mm (19.5 in). 8. Secure the machine with tie-downs. Holes are identified on the machine by a tie-down symbol.9. Refer to Machine Shipping in this section, if transporting or shipping machine, for more details.Machine Shipping
For basic machine shipping specifications, refer to Specifications and Model Views in the General Section of this manual.
Obey all state and local laws governing the weight, width and length of a load.Observe all regulations governing wide loads.Make sure the cooling system has proper antifreeze if moving machine to a colder climate.
Investigate the travel route for overpass clearances. Make sure there will be adequate clearance for the machine being transported.To prevent the machine from slipping while loading or shifting in transit, remove ice, snow or other slippery material from the loading dock and transport vehicle before loading. 1. Block the trailer or rail car wheels before loading (trailer shown).
Steering frame lock pin shown in unlocked position.2. After the machine is in position, install the steering frame lock pin to hold the front and rear frames rigid. Remove pin (1), lower steering frame lock pin (2) then reinsert pin (1).3. Apply the parking brake.4. Turn the engine start switch key to OFF and remove the key.5. Inflate tires to 138 kPa (20 psi) for shipping. Refer to Tire Inflation Information in the Maintenance Section of this manual.6. Block and tie-down machine. Refer to Machine Lifting/Tie-down Information in this section for details.7. Lock access covers and attach any vandalism protection (if equipped).8. Cover the exhaust opening. Turbocharger (if equipped) damage can result if the turbocharger rotates without the engine operating.Contact your Caterpillar dealer for additional shipping instructions for your machine.Machine Roading
Before roading a machine, consult your tire dealer for recommended