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TRANSPORTATION HINTS
Lift Truck Loading and Shipping ............................................................... 8-1
Lift Truck Lifting and Tiedown Information .............................................. 8-2
8-1
TRANSPORTATION HINTS
TRANSPORTATION HINTS
Lift Truck Loading and Shipping
Be sure to take the following safety precautions before loading and shipping lift trucks.
- Always block the trailer or rail car wheels before
loading the lift truck.
- Position the lift truck on the truck bed or rail car.
- Apply the service brake and then apply the parking
brake. Place the direction lever in the NEUTRAL
position.
- Turn the key switch to the (OFF) position and
remove the key.
- Block the wheels and secure the lift truck with
tiedowns.
- Do not turn the steering wheel after the lift truck has
been secured. It may loosen the tiedowns.

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R WARNING
Check travel route for overpass clearances. Make sure there is adequate clearance if the lift truck being
transported is equipped with a high mast or cab. Remove ice, snow or other slippery material from the shipping
lift truck and loading dock.
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TRANSPORTATION HINTS
Lift Truck Lifting and Tiedown Information
Take the following safety precautions when lifting or tying down lift trucks.
- Weight and instructions given here apply to lift trucks manufactured by Cat Lift Trucks.
- Use proper rated cables and slings for lifting. Position the crane so the lift truck is level when lifted.
- Spreader bar widths should be sufficient to prevent contact with the lift truck.
- Use the tiedown locations provided for lift truck tiedown.
Note:
Check the state and local laws governing weight, width and length of a load. Contact your authorized Cat Lift truck
dealer for shipping instructions for your lift truck.
R CAUTION
Improper lifting or tiedowns may cause a load to shift and cause injury and/or damage.
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SPECIAL SITUATIONS
Care in Cold Weather .................................................................................. 9-1
Fuel Oils and Lubrication Oils............................................................... 9-1
Battery................................................................................................... 9-1
Engine Coolant ..................................................................................... 9-1
Care in Hot Weather .................................................................................... 9-2
Fuel Oils and Lubrication Oils............................................................... 9-2
Battery................................................................................................... 9-2
Engine Coolant ..................................................................................... 9-2
Severe Dust or Lint Conditions.................................................................. 9-2
9-1
SPECIAL SITUATIONS
SPECIAL SITUATIONS
Care in Cold Weather
Fuel Oils and Lubrication Oils
Use diesel fuel to fit the ambient temperatures. The
cetane number should be 40 minimum. If you operate
the lift truck where ambient temperatures are normally
low, you may need fuel with a high cetane number.
Battery
- Consult your battery manufacturer for the specific
gravity of your battery.
- When you park your lift truck overnight, leaving it
outside in the elements, remove the battery and
keep it warm.
- The electrolyte of a fully charged battery will not
freeze to -35C (-31F).
Engine Coolant
- Antifreeze used in the engine cooling system of a
new lift truck shipped from the manufacturer
provides sufficient freeze protection to -30C
(-22F).
- If ambient temperatures are below -30C
(-22F), add antifreeze.
Note:
For type and concentration of antifreeze, consult your
authorized Cat Lift truck dealer.
R CAUTION
- Cloud point must be 6C (11F) below the lowest
ambient temperature.
- Use engine oil and gear oil to fit the ambient
temperature.
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R CAUTION
- After distilled water has been added to the battery,
run the engine for a while. This mixes the added
water with the electrolyte and will reduce the risk of
freezing and damaging the battery.
- DO NOT attempt to restore a battery's charge by
pouring boiling water over it. This may break the
battery case, resulting in acid contact with skin or
eyes.
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Electrolyte level
Float
Glass tube
Electrolyte
Float
Electrolyte
Glass tube
Electrolyte level
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9-2
SPECIAL SITUATIONS
Care in Hot Weather
Fuel Oils and Lubrication Oils
Use fuel oil, engine oil and gear oil to fit the ambient
temperatures.
Note:
For selection of fuel oil, engine oil and gear oil, consult
your authorized Cat Lift truck dealer.
Battery
In hot and/or dry weather, check the battery cells for proper electrolyte level more often than in cold weather. Add
distilled water whenever the level is low.
Engine Coolant
Note:
Coolant evaporates rapidly and the engine is likely to get overheated when the lift truck is operated continuously or
on a grade. During such an operation, observe the water temperature gauge for symptoms of overheating.
Note:
If the water temperature gauge shows the red zone, see the topic, "Water Temperature Gauge Shows Red Zone."
Severe Dust or Lint Conditions
Check and service the air cleaner element more
frequently.
Check the radiator core more frequently for clogging
or debris build-up. Clean or wash the lift truck as
needed.
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R WARNING
Be careful NOT to have scalding hot coolant or steam blow out of the reserve tank. Remove the radiator cap only
after engine cools.
R CAUTION
If the water temperature gauge shows the red zone, the engine may be overheated.
Recommended
Inspection
Period
Every 50 service hours or
weekly, whichever comes first
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