Operation Section
Lifting and Storage
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Product Lifting
SMCS Code: 1000; 1404; 7002
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NOTICE
Never bend the eyebolts and the brackets. Only load
the eyebolts and the brackets under tension. Re-
member that the capacity of an eyebolt is less as the
angle between the supporting members and the ob-
ject becomes less than 90 degrees.
When it is necessary to remove a component at an
angle, only use a link bracket that is properly rated for
the weight.
Use a hoist to remove heavy components. Use an
adjustable lifting beam to lift the engine. All
supporting members (chains and cables) should be
parallel to each other. The chains and cables should
be perpendicular to the top of the object that is being
lifted.
Some removals require lifting fixtures in order to
obtain proper balance. Lifting fixtures also help to
provide safety.
To remove the engine ONLY, use the lifting eyes that
are on the engine.
Lifting eyes are designed and installed for the
specific engine arrangement. Alterations to the lifting
eyes and/or the engine make the lifting eyes and the
lifting fixtures obsolete. If alterations are made,
ensure that proper lifting devices are provided.
Consult your Caterpillar dealer for information
regarding fixtures for proper engine lifting.
Engine Lifting with a Generator
NOTICE
Do not use the engine lifting eyes to remove the en-
gine and generator together.
Lifting the engine and the generator together requires
special equipment and procedures. Consult your
Caterpillar dealer for information regarding fixtures
for proper lifting of your complete package.
A generator set package will not be level if you lift the
unit with a single point lifting eye. A counterweight
can be added between the package frame rails
whenever the application requires frequent relocation
of the unit. For complete information about adding
the counterweight, consult your Caterpillar dealer.
The single point lifting eye is secured from the factory
before the enclosure is shipped. The correct
orientation of the single point lifting eye will allow you
to look through the eye when you stand at the side of
the enclosure. The lifting eye may stretch when the
package is lifted. This may cause the locking nuts to
loosen. This could cause the lifting eye to swivel.
Ensure that the lifting eye is correctly oriented on the
packaged generator set. Ensure that the lifting eye is
tightened to the correct torque before you lift the
packaged generator set.
Engine Lifting with a Fuel Tank
Lifting the engine with a fuel tank that is mounted to
the engine requires special equipment and
procedures. Do not lift the unit with fuel in the fuel
tank. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for information
regarding fixtures for proper lifting of your complete
package.
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Product Storage
SMCS Code: 1000; 1404; 7002
If the engine will not be started for several weeks, the
lubricating oil will drain from the cylinder walls and
from the piston rings. Rust can form on the cylinder
liner surface, which will increase engine wear which
can reduce engine service life.
To help prevent excessive engine wear, use the
following guidelines:
• Complete all of the lubrication recommendations
that are listed in this Operation and Maintenance
Manual, “Maintenance Interval Schedule”
(Maintenance Section).
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Operation Section
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