Installation Procedure for the 552-4604 Fire Extinguisher Mounting Gp Kit on Certain CTL, SSL, and MTL {7301} Caterpillar

Compact Track Loader

239D (S/N: CD41-UP; BL91-UP)

249D (S/N: AH91-UP; GWR1-UP)

259D (S/N: FTK1-UP; GTK1-UP; FTL1-UP)

279D (S/N: GTL1-UP; PPT1-UP; RCX1-UP)

289D (S/N: WCT1-UP; TAW1-UP; A9Z1-UP)

299D2 (S/N: FD21-UP)

299D2 XHP (S/N: DX21-UP)

Multi Terrain Loader

257D (S/N: EML1-UP; FMR1-UP; EZW1-UP)

277D (S/N: NTL1-UP; FMT1-UP; MLT1-UP)

287D (S/N: STK1-UP; TLK1-UP; HMT1-UP)

297D2 (S/N: BL71-UP)

297D2 XHP (S/N: HP21-UP)

Skid Steer Loader

226D (S/N: HRD1-UP)

232D (S/N: KXC1-UP; DPR1-UP)

236D (S/N: SEN1-UP; MPW1-UP; BGZ1-UP)

242D (S/N: DML1-UP; DZT1-UP; A9W1-UP)

246D (S/N: BYF1-UP; JSL1-UP; HMR1-UP)

262D (S/N: DTB1-UP; KTS1-UP; LST1-UP)

272D2 (S/N: BL21-UP)

272D2 XHP (S/N: MD21-UP)

Introduction

This Special Instruction provides instruction to install 552-4604 Fire Extinguisher Mounting Gp on the machines listed above. Do not perform any procedure in this Special Instruction until you have read the information and you understand the information.

Safety Section

Work safely. Most accidents that involve product operation, maintenance, and repair are caused by failure to observe basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing potentially hazardous situations before an accident occurs.

A person must be alert to potential hazards. This person must also have the necessary training, skills, and tools to perform these functions properly.

Safety precautions and warnings are provided in this instruction and on the product. If these hazard warnings are not heeded, bodily injury or death could occur to you or to other persons. Caterpillar cannot anticipate every possible circumstance of a potential hazard.

Therefore, the warnings in this publication and the warnings that are on the product are not all inclusive. Avoid using a tool, a procedure, a work method, or operating technique that is not recommended by Caterpillar. If used, ensure the safety of the operating personnel and others.

Ensure that the product will not be damaged or the product will be made unsafe by the operating, lubrication, maintenance, or the repair procedures.

Operation of the machine and the maintenance of the machine must not occur unless the instructions and warnings in the machines Operation and Maintenance Manual have been read and the instructions and the warnings are understood.

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Do not operate or work on this product unless you have read and understood the instruction and warnings in the relevant Operation and Maintenance Manuals and relevant service literature. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death. Proper care is your responsibility.

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Failure to follow all safety guidelines prescribed in this document and by governing authorities and regulatory agencies may result in severe injury or death of personnel or machine damage.

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Personal injury or death can result from improper maintenance procedures. To avoid injury or death, follow the procedures exactly as stated below.

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Climbing equipment may be required to access this service point. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Mounting and Dismounting" topic for safety information.

Reference Section

Operation and Maintenance Manual , SEBU9084

Disassembly and Assembly , UENR2332

Disassembly and Assembly , UENR2333

Special Instruction , REHS5464 , "Accumulator Discharging and Charging Procedures"

Machine Preparation

1. Park the machine on a smooth, level surface. Move away from other operating machines and away from personnel.

2. Lower the implements to the ground and turn the engine start switch to the OFF position.

3. Allow only one operator on the machine. Keep other personnel away from the machine or in sight of the operator.

4. Raise and lock the cab in the upright position by using the safety latch. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly , UENR2333 , "Cab - Tilt" for the proper procedure.

5. Release the pressure from the hydraulic system of the machine. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual , SEBU9084, "System Pressure Release" for the proper procedure.

Required Parts

Required Tools

Installation Procedure

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Illustration 1	g06374420
(16) 8Y-5947 Fastener (17) 228-2615 Film (18) 219-0302 Film (19) 345-6022 Cover

1. Remove the fastener, films, and cover at the back left corner of the cab. Keep the fastener and cover.
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   Illustration 2	g06374478
   (A) 153.30 mm (6.0 inch) (B) 177.20 mm (7.0 inch) (C) 133.30 mm (5.2 inch) (D) 79.60 mm (3.1 inch) (E) 221.10 mm (8.7 inch) (F) 115.70 mm (4.6 inch)

2. From outside of the cab, drill three 9 mm (0.35 inch) holes in the left side sheet according to Illustration 2.
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   Illustration 3	g06374518

3. Insert the three mounts (1) to bracket (14). Insert with flange as shown in Illustration 3. Soapy water can be used to lubricate the mount if necessary.
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   Illustration 4	g06374525

4. Install bracket (14) with mounts to the cab. One person will need to hold the bracket on the inside of the cab while another person inserts three bolts (6) with washers (3).
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   Illustration 5	g06374529

5. Install three nuts (13) with washers (3) on to the bolts. Apply Loctite 242 (T1) to nut threads prior to installing. Torque to 28±7 N·m (248±62 lb·in) while another person holds the bolts with a backup wrench.
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   Illustration 6	g06374550
   (G) 26 mm (1.0 inch) (H) 16.4 mm (0.65 inch) (J) 6 mm (0.24 inch) x 6 (K) 223.4 mm (8.80 inch) (L) 63 mm (2.5 inch) (M) 56 mm (2.2 inch) (N) 36.1 mm (1.4 inch) (P) 29 mm (1.14 inch)

6. Trim cover (19) to clear the newly installed bracket.
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   Illustration 7	g06374554

7. Reinstall the modified cover (19) with fastener (16).
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   Illustration 8	g06374557

8. Install four bumpers (7) to bracket (15). Install strap (12) with screw (8) and washer (5). Torque to 6±1 N·m (53±9 lb·in).
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   Illustration 9	g06374565

9. Install bracket (15) to bracket (14) using four bolts (4) with washer (2). Torque to 28±7 N·m (248±62 lb·in).
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   Illustration 10	g06374569

10. Install film (11) and film (9) to the left and right seat riser areas respectively.

    Note: If the ANSI film is required, use film (10) in place of film (11).