TURBOCHARGER GROUP 9N6604 - Caterpillar

A machine may shift if improper procedures or equipment are used for lifting and tying down for transport. Ensure that proper equipment and procedures are used for lifting and tying machines down for transport. If a machine shifts it could cause personal injury or death.
Lifting the Machine
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This film is located on the left frame rail near the front of the ejector body.
Only use the charts in order to lift and tie down a machine that is assembled as the original shipment from the factory. If attachments have been installed, the weight and the center of gravity of your machine may vary.The machine shipping weight of the machine will depend on the configuration and the options.Park the machine on a level surface. Engage the parking brake. Retract the ejector blade and shut off the engine.Install the steering frame locks. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Steering Frame Lock".Lifting Points
Illustration 2 g02453469Two lifting holes (1) are located at the rear of the machine in the ejector body. Two tow points (2) are located at the front of the machine. Note: Do not use lifting holes (3) to lift the machine. These holes are provided in order to enable the body to be lifted off the machine.Perform the following steps in order to lift the machine:
Install the steering frame locks.
Attach a Caterpillar 359-3896 Machine Lifting Gp to the front tow points.
Select proper rated cables, proper rated chain shackles, proper rated slings, and proper rated lifting beams for lifting the machine. The lifting beam must be wide enough to prevent contact of the cables and slings with the machine.
Position the crane in order to lift the machine in a level plane.
Remove the slings, cables, beams, and lifting devices after the machine has been lowered. Tying Down the Machine
Each machine is equipped with brackets for tying down the machine.
Illustration 3 g02138479Use the two front tow points for tying down the front of the machine.
Illustration 4 g02453470Two points for tying down are located at the center of the machine.
Illustration 5 g02138482Use the rear tow point for tying down the rear of the machine.Attach tie-downs at these locations. Place blocks around the front wheels and around the rear wheels.Obey all of the laws that govern the actual load weight, the actual load width, and the actual load length.Consult your Cat dealer for shipping instructions for your machine. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Shipping the Machine".