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HOT FLUIDS HOT SURFACES ..............................................................................................................1
Tigercat H855C/LH855C Harvester
The leveler cable assist mount may improve machine maneuverability on steep slopes when attached to a suitable winching device. Factors that will affect the safety of the machine as it works on steep slopes are: • Direction of machine travel • Limitations of machine tractive effort and soil conditions • Experience of the operator • Weather • Load sizes (boom position and load) • Poor visibility/lighting conditions
DAILY CHECKS
On a daily basis prior to operating the equipment check: • All equipment fluid levels.
• Maintain a clean cab interior, clear away trash or debris. • Secure loose items in the cab. • Do not store tools, oil containers or other equipment in the cab • Functional check of all escape hatches. • All covers, roof and doors are closed and latched. • The cable assist mount for structural cracks and loose or missing bolts. On a weekly basis check the torque tightening points on the cable assist mount. Make sure the M24 bolts have a torque value of 915 Nm (675 lbf-ft). For additional information refer to MACHINE STABILITY AND TRACTION – MACHINES WITH LEVELER in THIS SECTION.
Safety
CABLE ASSIST MOUNT
The cable assist mount can be used with a single or double shackle configuration depending on the winch system. Use only shackles with a pin diameter of 21⁄2 in. and rated for 55 tonne (121,000 lbf).
855D-036 B
A
Single Shackle Configuration
A Shackle B Cable Assist Mount
855D-037 A B
Double Shackle Configuration
A Shackle B Cable Assist Mount
WARNING
CAUTION
Do not open cab doors or window screens when cab is on a slope. The doors and screens are heavy and could swing out with considerable force. Anyone in the path of swing could be injured. Anyone opening the door or screen and holding on to it could be pulled out of the cab and injured. The lifting bail on the cable assist mount is for installation of the cable assist mount only. Do not use the lifting bail for anything other than its intended use.
Tigercat H855C/LH855C Harvester
OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS continued
CABLE TENSION
To prevent damaging the cable assist mount and undercarriage the following acceptable maximum continuous cable tensions must not be exceeded. • Maximum continuous cable tension for a single shackle configuration is 18 tonne (40,000 lbf). • Maximum continuous cable tension for a double shackle configuration is 9 tonne (20,000 lbf) for each cable.
LOADING DIRECTIONS
To prevent damaging the cable assist mount and undercarriage the following acceptable loading directions must not be exceeded.
Safety
WARNING
Always use the proper equipment. Always inspect the cable and cable assist mount for damage before using. Never use equipment that shows signs of poor maintenance or damage. Repairs should only be made by qualified personnel.
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