Remove ice, snow, or other slippery material from the loading dock and from the truck bed before you load the machine onto the transport machine. Removing ice, snow, or other slippery material will help to prevent the machine from slipping in transit.
Note: Obey all laws that govern the characteristics of a load (height, weight, width, and length). Observe all regulations that govern wide loads.
When you move the machine to a colder climate, make sure that the cooling system has the proper antifreeze.
- Before you load the machine, chock the trailer wheels or the rail car wheels, as shown.
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| Illustration 1 | g00040011 |
- Lower all attachments to the floor of the transport machine. Move the transmission control lever to the NEUTRAL position.
- Engage the parking brake.
- Stop the engine.
- Turn the start switch to the OFF position. Remove the start switch key.
- Chock the belts. Secure the machine with tie-downs. See Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Lifting and Tying Down the Machine".
- Cover the exhaust opening or secure the rain cap in order to prevent the turbocharger from windmilling in transit.
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Rotation of the turbocharger without engine operation can result in damage to the turbocharger. Cover the exhaust opening or secure the rain cap in order to prevent the turbocharger from windmilling in transit. |
Perform a walk-around inspection and measure the fluid levels in the various compartments.
Travel at a moderate speed. Observe all speed limitations when you are roading the machine.
Consult your Caterpillar dealer for shipping instructions for your machine.