RETAINER

INTRODUCTION

GENERAL

This section has the description and repair procedures for the frame and connected parts. Included in this section are the frame, counterweight, fenders, hood, hydraulic and fuel tanks, radiator, operator’s compartment and cab. Also included are the instructions for removal and installation of the engine.

DESCRIPTION

The frame is a one piece weldment and has mounts for the counterweight and fenders, transmission, axles, hydraulic and fuel tanks, operator’s compartment, and other parts.

REPAIRS

COUNTERWEIGHT

WARNING Make sure any lifting devices have the correct capacity for the parts being moved. See TABLE 1.

Removal

1. Remove the ballast cover from the frame.

2. Put the forks of a lift truck under the counterweight. Remove the two bolts that hold the counterweight to the frame. Raise the counterweight approximately 150 mm (6.0 in) then remove it from the frame.

Installation

Put the forks of a lift truck under the counterweight. Install the counterweight on the frame. Install the bolts, washers and nuts. Tighten the nuts to 814 N.m (600 lbf ft).

FENDERS

WARNING Make sure any lifting devices have the correct capacity for the parts being moved. See TABLE 1.

1. Remove the ballast cover from the frame.

2. Fasten a chain or cable around the middle of the fender. Put the chain or cable through the slot in the fender.

3. Operate the lifting device just enough to give support to the fender. Remove the nuts, washers and bolts that hold the fender to the frame.

4. Lift the fender away from the frame.

TABLE 1. WEIGHT OF COMPONENTS

UNIT WEIGHT COUNTERWEIGHTS

FENDERS

H16.00–23.50C (H360–510C, H370–520C), H36.00B (H700B) except H21.50CS (H460CS, H470CS) with 3429 mm (135 in) wheelbase 1752 to 1842 kg (3860 to 4060 lb)

H21.50CS, H21.50–32.00C (H460CS, H550C–650C, H470CS, H470–700C), H40.00B (H800B)

4230 to 4442 kg (9315 to 9781 lb) H28.00C (H620C), H44.00B (H920B) 6726 to 6958 kg (14815 to 15315 lb)

ALL UNITS 1730 to 1821 kg 3810 to 4010 lb