527 Track-Type Skidder Machine Supplements Caterpillar

Removal Procedure

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1. Support C-frame (1) on a wood block so that blade (2) is not setting on the ground.

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2. Attach a suitable lifting device to blade (2) and support the blade.

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3. Remove the bolt, retainer (4), and pin (3) .

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4. Remove the bolts, retainer (5) and pin (6) .

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5. Remove retaining bolt (7) and pin (8). Remove the blade from the machine. The weight of the blade is approximately 908 kg (2000 lb).

Installation Procedure

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1. The weight of the blade is approximately 908 kg (2000 lb). Attach a lifting device to the blade and put the blade in position for installation. Install pin (6), retainer (5), and the bolts.

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2. Install pin (8) and retaining bolt (7) .

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3. Install pin (3), retainer (4), and the bolts.

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4. Start the engine and raise blade (2) so that C-frame (1) is off the wood block. Remove the wood block and lower the blade. Turn off the engine.