Manual for Equalizer Beam Removal

Product Overview

This manual provides detailed instructions for the safe and effective removal of the equalizer beam from a dozer. It is crucial to follow each step carefully to prevent damage to equipment or injury to personnel.

Table of Contents

1. General
2. Engines
3. Fuel System
4. Electrical System
5. Track System
6. Power Train
7. Brakes
8. Hydraulic System
9. Mounted Equipment

Important Information

The weight of the equalizer beam is significant: 230 pounds (104 kg) for the 62-inch (1575 mm) gauge dozer and 335 pounds (152 kg) for the 74-inch (1880 mm) dozer. It is essential to employ lifting equipment or assistance when performing the removal.

Removal Instructions

1. Remove the Guard:
   • The guards weigh between 51 to 72 pounds (23 to 33 kg).
   • Position a jack in contact with the guard before removing the cap screws.
   • Loosen and remove the cap screws attaching the guard.
   • Lower and remove the guard from beneath the machine.
2. Elevate the machine’s front to relieve weight from the equalizer beam’s center pivot pin.
3. Use jack stands to support the machine after removing the center pivot pin.
4. Loosen the nut for the grease hose on the left side frame, then disconnect the hose.
5. Remove the cap screws, washers, and spacers from the center pivot pin.
6. Thread cap screws into the pivot pin to ease its removal from the frame.
7. Extract the pivot pin using a pry bar if necessary.
8. Detach the pivot pin from each end of the equalizer beam:
   • Loosen and remove cap screws securing the recoil housing cover.
   • Take off the cover.
   • If track adjuster covers are present, loosen and remove the rear cover screws.
   • Remove the rear cover.
   • Detach screws, washers, and spacers from the pivot pin and drive it out of the bracket.
9. Lift the equalizer beam out of the mounting brackets, ensuring the washers on each side are not lost.
10. Gently extract the equalizer beam from the machine, raising the frame if necessary for clearance.

Usage Recommendations

• Always wear appropriate safety gear and use correct lifting methods.
• Inspect all removed components for wear or damage before reinstallation.
• Refer to the complete user manual for additional maintenance and safety guidelines.

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