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Introduction
Important Safety Information
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European Union Compliant, CE Marked
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 should also have the necessary training, skills, and tools to perform these functions properly.
Improper operation, lubrication, maintenance, or repair of this product can be dangerous and could result in injury or death.
Do not operate or perform any lubrication, maintenance, or repair on this product until you have read and understood the Tool Operating Manual.
Safety precautions and warnings are provided in this manual and on the product. If these hazard warnings are not heeded, bodily injury or death could occur to you or to other persons.
The hazards are identified by the "Safety Alert Symbol" and followed by a "Signal Word" such as "DANGER", "WARNING", or "CAUTION". The Safety Alert "WARNING" label is shown below.
A non-exhaustive list of operations that may cause product damage are identified by "NOTICE" labels on the product and in this publication.
Caterpillar cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard. The warnings in this publication and on the product are, therefore, not all inclusive. If a tool, procedure, work method, or operating technique that is not recommended by Caterpillar is used, the operator must be sure that the procedures are safe. The operator must also be sure that the product will not be damaged or made unsafe by any unspecified procedures.
The information, specifications, and illustrations in this publication are based on information that was available at the time that the publication was written. The specifications, torques, pressures, measurements, adjustments, illustrations, and other items can change at any time. These changes can affect the service that is given to the product. Obtain the complete and most current information before you start any job.
When replacement parts are required for this product Caterpillar recommends using Caterpillar replacement parts or parts with equivalent specifications including, but not limited to, physical dimensions, type, strength, and material.
Literature Information
This manual contains safety information, operation instructions and maintenance information and should be stored with the tool group
Some photographs or illustrations in this publication may show details that can be different from your service tool. Guards and covers might have been removed for illustrative purposes.
Continuing improvement and advancement of product design might have caused changes to your service tool, which are not included in this publication.
Whenever a question arises regarding your service tool or this publication, consult Dealer Service Tools (DST) for the latest available information.
Safety Section
The Safety section lists basic safety precautions.
Read and understand the basic precautions listed in the Safety section before operating or performing maintenance and repair on this service tool.
General Information Section
The General Information section describes tooling functions and features. The section provides useful information on individual parts, additional tooling, and resources.
Operation Section
The Operation section is a reference for the new operator and a refresher for the experienced operator.
Photographs and illustrations guide the operator through correct procedures for using the tool group.
Operating techniques outlined in this publication are basic. Skill and techniques develop as the operator gains knowledge of the service tool and the tools capabilities.
Maintenance Section
The Maintenance section is a guide to tool inspection, cleaning, storage, and tool disposal
Service Parts Section
The Service Parts section is a reference for parts identification and available part numbers.
Safety Icon Nomenclature
Personal Protection/Important Information
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Prohibited Action
| No smoking |
Hazard Avoidance
| Crushing hazard (foot) |
| Crushing hazard (hand) |
| Pinch point |
| Fire hazard |
| Electrical Shock - Hazard |
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| Fire hazard |
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Personal injury or death can result from bucket falling. Block the bucket before changing bucket cutting edges. |
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Additional Contact Information
For additional product support questions concerning this tool, contact the Dealer Service Tools Hotline at:
USA: 800-542-8665, Option 1
International: 1-309-578-7372
Note: Continuing improvement and advancement of product design can mean some photographs or illustrations in this publication will show details that are different from your service tool.
General Information
Introduction
The 149-0174 Non-Choker Style Fabric Basket is used in pairs to help remove and install cutting edges and adapters on Caterpillar Ground Engaging Tools (GET).
Also used with a suitable lifting device to load, unload, and move cutting edges and adapters in the shop and out in the field.
Non-choker style fabric baskets must be used with a suitable sling (dealer supplied). A Sling such as 1U-8238 Nylon Lifting Sling - 3.05 m (10.056 ft) long x 25.4 mm (1.00 inch) wide with a 1406 kg (3099.7 lb) Working Load Limit (WLL) capacity when used in a basket configuration must be used.
Nomenclature
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(1) Fabric Basket Assembly (1a) Lifting Loop (1b) Fabric Pouch (1c) Removal Strap Handle (1d) Load Identification Label (2) Typical Nylon Sling (dealer supplied) (2a) Nylon Sling Load Identification Label | |
Specifications
| 149-0174 Fabric Basket Specifications | |
| Inside height | 419.1 mm (16.50 inch) |
| Inside width | 63.5 mm (2.50 inch) |
| Inside depth | 203.2 mm (8.00 inch) |
| Weight capacity | 125 kg (275.6 lb) |
Operation Section
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Personal injury or death can result from bucket falling. Block the bucket before changing bucket cutting edges. |
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Remove Cutting Edge
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Personal injury or death can result if the levelling blade is not blocked up. Block the levelling blade before changing the cutting edge. |
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(1) Fabric Basket Assembly (1a) Lifting Loop (1b) Fabric Pouch (1c) Removal Strap Handle (1d) Load Identification Label (2) Typical Nylon Sling (dealer supplied) (3) Lifting Device (4) Cutting Edge | |
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Make sure that the fabric baskets will support the weight to be lifted. The maximum weight capacity is 124.9 kg (275 lbs) each or 249.8 kg (550 lbs) total. |
- Inspect fabric basket assemblies (1) and nylon sling (2) before each use. If damage is found, destroy immediately. Refer to the section on inspecting the fabric basket in this manual for proper inspection guidelines.
- Loosen and remove the outermost retaining bolts and nuts on each end of cutting edge (4). Remove ONLY those fasteners in the outer 202 mm (8.0 inch) that would be covered by fabric pouches (1b) once they are fully installed over the ends of the cutting edge.
- Loosen, but do not remove the remaining retaining nuts and bolts from cutting edge (4) .
- On one end of cutting edges (4), pry the cutting edge away from its mating surface. Slip fabric pouch (1b) around the cutting edge with lifting loop (1a) positioned up, as shown. Repeat for the other end of the cutting edge. Make sure that the cutting edge is inserted the full 202 mm (8.0 inch) distance into each fabric pouch.
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(1a) Lifting Loop (1b) Fabric Pouch (4) Cutting Edge | |
- Install suitable nylon sling (2) (dealer supplied) through both lifting loops (1a). Attach each nylon sling loop to lifting device (3), as shown.
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Using a chain sling to connect and lift fabric baskets (1) can cause additional wear and damage to lifting loops (1a). Only use suitable nylon sling (2) to connect and lift cutting edge (4) with fabric baskets. |
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- Raise lifting device (3) just until cutting edge (4) is fully supported.
- Remove the remaining nuts and bolts from cutting edge (4) .
- Use a lifting device to lower cutting edge (4) and support it on blocks off the ground.
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- After cutting edge (4) is securely positioned, disconnect lifting device (3), remove sling (2) and fabric baskets (1) .
- Store nylon slings and 149-0174 Fabric Baskets in a clean, dry location to prevent weathering and possible damage.
Install Cutting Edge
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Personal injury or death can result if the levelling blade is not blocked up. Block the levelling blade before changing the cutting edge. |
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(1) Fabric Basket Assembly (1a) Lifting Loop (1b) Fabric Pouch (1c) Removal Strap Handle (1d) Load Identification Label (2) Typical Nylon Sling (dealer supplied) (3) Lifting Device (4) Cutting Edge | |
- Inspect nylon sling (2) (dealer supplied) and fabric baskets (1) before each use. If damage is found, destroy immediately. Refer to the ""Inspection Section" " in this manual for proper inspection guidelines.
- Install 149-0174 Fabric Basket (1) over each end of cutting edge (4) with lifting loops (1a) up, as shown. Make sure that cutting edge is inserted the full 202 mm (8.0 inch) distance into each fabric pouch (1b) .
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(1a Lifting Loop ) (1b) Fabric Pouch (4) Cutting Edge | |
- Install suitable nylon sling (2) through both lifting loops (1a) and attach each nylon sling loop to lifting device (3), as shown.
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Using a chain sling to connect and lift fabric baskets (1) can cause additional wear and damage to lifting loops (1a). Only use suitable nylon sling (2) to connect and lift cutting edge (4) with the fabric baskets. |
- Use a lifting device (3) to carefully raise cutting edge (4) and position on Ground Engaging Tool (GET) attachment.
- Use pinch bars to align the bolt holes of cutting edge (4) and attachment.
- Install at least four bolts with nuts to hold cutting edge (4) in place. Do not tighten bolts at this time.
- When cutting edge (4) is secure, remove fabric baskets (1) by pulling on removal strap handles (1c), to slip fabric pouches (1b) off of each cutting edge.
- Complete the installation of the remaining cutting edge bolts and tighten all fasteners to standard torque.
- Disconnect lifting device (3) and remove sling (2) from fabric baskets (1) .
- Store nylon lifting slings and 149-0174 Fabric Baskets in a clean, dry location to prevent weathering and possible damage.
Inspection Section
Inspect 149-0174 Fabric Basket
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(1) Fabric Basket Assembly (1a) Lifting Loop (1b) Fabric Pouch (1c) Removal Strap Handle (1d) Load Identification Label | |
The 149-0174 Fabric Basket loses strength from normal wear or physical damage due to misuse. Regular inspections help spot early signs of deterioration. If at all in doubt, the fabric basket must be destroyed.
- Lay each fabric basket on a flat surface in a well lit area.
- Make sure that load identification label (1d) is securely attached and legible.
- Examine both sides and the interior of the fabric pouch (1b). Inspect removal strap handles (1c) and lifting loop (1a). Inspect the inside of each loop for any sign of wear or damage.
- Check for surface chafe, cuts in the webbing or pouch, and damaged stitching or seams. Check for any damage or wear to the lifting loops.
- Check for signs of damage from exposure to harsh chemicals or extreme heat.
- Immediately destroy worn or damaged fabric baskets.
Note: Refer to the Section ""Damage Causes and Results" " in this manual for more information on identifying types of damage and wear.
Inspect Nylon Sling
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(2) Typical Nylon Sling (dealer supplied) (2a) Load Identification Label | |
Nylon slings lose strength from normal wear or physical damage due to misuse. Regular inspections help spot early signs of deterioration. If at all in doubt, the nylon sling must be destroyed.
- Lay each nylon sling (2) on a flat surface in a well lit area.
- Make sure that load identification label (2a) is securely attached and legible.
- Examine both sides and the end loops of the sling. Inspect the inside of each loop for any sign of wear or damage.
- Check for surface chafe, cuts in the webbing, damaged stitching or seams, and any damage or wear to the end loops.
- Check for signs of damage from exposure to harsh chemicals or extreme heat.
- Immediately destroy worn or damaged nylon slings and replace with new.
Note: Refer to the Section ""Damage Causes and Results" " in this manual for more information on identifying types of damage and wear.
Damage Causes and Results
The following are typical causes and results of damage to nylon slings and fabric basket tooling.
Friction Damage - Burning
- Overloading or incorrect positioning will cause friction between the tooling and surface being lifted.
- Sliding friction results in heat that melts the surface of the webbing. This type of damage results in the web or fabric surface being hard, brittle and it will shine or reflect light.
- Inspect by folding the material to see the extent of burning. Stiffness, brittleness, and cracking are signs of burning and melting.
- If damaged, the nylon sling or fabric baskets must always be destroyed.
Friction Damage - Cutting
- Cuts result from friction against unprotected sharp edges of Ground Engaging Tools (GET).
- Cuts may be clean or matted and soft in appearance.
- Cuts may be combined with burning.
- Inspect by folding the material to see the extent of cut damage. Also check for stiffness, brittleness, and signs of burning and melting.
- If damaged, the nylon sling or fabric baskets must always be destroyed.
Friction Damage - Wear
- Wear occurs in localized areas caused by dragging along the ground or against bucket teeth.
- Scuffed surfaces will appear in patches.
- If scuffing is severe and whole threads are broken, the nylon sling or fabric baskets must always be destroyed.
Impact Damage - Load Bearing Threads
- This damage results in loading bearing, longitude threads bursting out from the middle or sides.
- If threads are unbroken, there is no loss of strength. However, threads can catch and break if left unattended. Properly repair the sling before using or destroy immediately.
- If threads are broken, there is loss of strength in the webbing, often at a high degree. The nylon sling or fabric baskets must be destroyed.
Lifting Loop or Sling Eye Damage
- Inspect for webbing bursting at the seams.
- Damage is most often caused by using a lifting device hook with a radius smaller than the webbing width.
- If this damage is present, the nylon sling of fabric baskets must be destroyed.
Seam and Stitch Damage
- Inspect for loose or torn stitching at sewn joints and seams.
- If this damage is present, the nylon sling or fabric baskets must be destroyed.
Chemical Damage
- Inspect for damage caused by the effect of harsh chemicals on nylon and fabric slings and baskets.
- This damage is often difficult to identify until in a more advanced stage of deterioration.
- In case of known exposure to harsh chemicals, the nylon sling or fabric baskets must be destroyed.