Lifting the Machine Use the following procedure to raise the machine off the ground for service:
Do not rely on a jack or hoist to hold the machine in the lifted position without additional blocking and supports. Serious personal injury could result from improperly lifting or blocking the machine.
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1. Use suitable blocks (solid wood, hard plastic or metal) or jackstands to properly block the machine off the ground. 2. Using a jack or hoist with a capacity greater than the fully-equipped weight of the machine (with all attached options), lift the rear of the machine until it is off the ground. Important: Be sure the lifting apparatus is of sufficient capacity for the weight of the machine. Refer to “Weights” on page 93. If lifting the machine, refer to “Lifting the Machine Using a Crane or Hoist” on page 117. 3. Stack blocks or place jackstands under the flat part of the chassis. Blocks should run parallel with, but not touch, the tracks. 4. Slowly lower the machine until it rests on the blocks/jackstands. If the tracks still touch the ground, raise the machine, add more blocks or raise the jackstands and lower the machine onto the blocks. 5. Repeat this procedure for the front of the tracks. When complete, both tracks will be off the ground so they can be removed.
Lowering the Machine 1. Using a jack or hoist, raise the front of the machine until it no longer rests on the front blocks or jackstands. 2. Carefully remove the blocking under the front of the machine. 3. Slowly lower the machine until the front of the tracks are resting on the ground. 4. Repeat this procedure for the rear of the tracks. When complete, both tracks will be on the ground with the blocks removed from under the machine.
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