583R Pipelayer Power Train Caterpillar

Connection Procedure

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Illustration 1	g00497825

1. Install Tooling (B) and put the track under the machine, as shown. See Illustration 1. Lower the side of the machine onto the track.

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NOTICE
Be sure that the cable is in a straight line with the track before you pull the track.

2. Fasten Tooling (A) and a cable to the end of the track. Fasten the other end of the cable to a wheel loader or a similar machine. Pull track (10) over the front idler.

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Illustration 2	g00497656

3. Lift the end of the track and put wood blocks (9) under the grouser, as shown. See Illustration 2.

4. Pull track (10) until the track bushings engage with the sprocket segments on the final drive.

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Illustration 3	g00497655

5. Start the engine and turn the final drive in a reverse direction in order to pull the track together.

6. Align the lower master link (5) with the upper master link. Make sure that the teeth of both ends of the master link are engaged.

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Illustration 4	g00497654

7. Put master shoe (7) in position on the master link. Put 2P-2506 Thread Compound on the threads, the body, and the face of bolts (6) for the master link. Install the bolts that hold the master link together. Tighten the bolts to a torque of 650 ± 70 N·m (480 ± 50 lb ft). Then, tighten the bolts by an additional 120 degrees.

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Illustration 5	g00538529

8. Tighten relief valve (3) to a torque of 34 ± 7 N·m (25 ± 5 lb ft). Fill the track adjuster through filler valve (4) .

9. Use the following procedure in order to adjust the track.

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   NOTICE
   Measure the distance of the track sag from a straight line. Measure the sag with the machine in the machine's present working condition. If dirt and debris are present under normal working conditions, then measure the sag with the dirt and debris in the track and the track components.

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   1. Move the machine forward for a distance that is twice the length of the machine. Allow the machine to come to a stop without using the brakes.

   2. To measure the sag in the track, stretch a cord over the grousers between the sprocket and the front idler. Measure the distance from the cord to the top of the grouser at the maximum measurement. Measure distance (A) and distance (B).

   3. The correct adjustment is attained when the sum of dimensions (A) and (B) equal 115 ± 10 mm (4.5 ± 0.4 inch).
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   Illustration 8	g00498312

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   NOTICE
   Do not attempt to tighten the track if dimension (C) is 142 mm (5.60 inch) or more. Consult your Caterpillar Dealer for service on the track or for instructions.

   4. Put 5P-0960 Molybdenum Grease in the track adjuster. Adjust the track until distance (C) is 72 ± 10 mm (2.8 ± .4 inch).

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Illustration 9	g00538516

10. Inspect the O-Ring seal for damage. If the seal is damaged, install a new seal. Use four bolts (1) and install cover (2) in position on the machine.