304 Mini Hydraulic ExcavatorEngine Supplement and Machine Systems Caterpillar


Blade - Remove and Install

Usage:

304 NAD

Removal Procedure

Table 1
Required Tools    
Tool     Part Number     Part Description     Qty    
A     1P-0808     Multipurpose Grease     1    
ZZ     6V-9508     Face Seal Plug     2    
6V-9829 Cap As     2    

Start By:

  1. Release the hydraulic system pressure. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Hydraulic System Pressure - Release".

Note: SERVICE DATA: TOOLING (A) AND TOOLING (ZZ) WILL NOT BE IDENTIFIED IN PHOTOGRAPHS IN THE REMOVAL OR THE INSTALLATION. THIS TOOLING IS SHOWN IN ORDER TO ASSIST THE EXPERIENCED SERVICEMAN.

------ WARNING! ------

Personal injury can result from hydraulic oil pressure and hot oil.

Hydraulic oil pressure can remain in the hydraulic system after the engine has been stopped. Serious injury can be caused if this pressure is not released before any service is done on the hydraulic system.

Make sure all of the attachments have been lowered, oil is cool before removing any components or lines. Remove the oil filler cap only when the engine is stopped, and the filler cap is cool enough to touch with your bare hand.

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NOTICE

Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids.

Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Tools and Shop Products Guide" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products.

Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.


Note: Put identification marks on all lines for installation purposes. Plug all hose assemblies. This will help to prevent fluid loss and this helps to keep contaminants from entering the system.

  1. Lower the blade to the ground.



    Illustration 1g00863119

  1. Position the upper structure.



    Illustration 2g00863237

  1. Remove two bolts (1) and washers.

  1. Remove cover (2) from the blade cylinder.



    Illustration 3g00863341

  1. Attach a suitable lifting device to the front of the blade cylinder.



    Illustration 4g00863346

  1. Remove bolt (3), washer (4), and pin assembly (5) from the blade cylinder. Lower the cylinder to the ground.



    Illustration 5g00984439

  1. Attach a suitable lifting device to the blade.



    Illustration 6g00863373



    Illustration 7g00863377

  1. Support the rear portion of the blade.

  1. Remove bolt (6), washer (7), and pin assembly (8) from the blade.

  1. Repeat Steps 8 through 9 on the other side of the blade.

  1. Remove the blade from the machine. The weight of the blade is approximately 168 kg (370 lb).

Installation Procedure

Note: Be sure that the pin assembly and the pin bores are thoroughly clean prior to installation of the blade cylinder.




    Illustration 8g00984439

  1. Install the blade in position. The weight of the blade is approximately 168 kg (370 lb).

  1. Place the rear portion of the blade in position. Support the rear portion of the blade.



    Illustration 9g00863373



    Illustration 10g00863377

  1. Install pin assembly (8), washer (7), and bolt (6) .

  1. Apply a thin coat of Tooling (A) on the diameter of the pin bore and the pin assembly. Use the suitable lifting device to move the blade cylinder into position.

  1. Repeat Steps 2 through 4 on the other side of the blade.



    Illustration 11g00863341

  1. Attach a suitable lifting device to the blade cylinder.



    Illustration 12g00863346

  1. Install pin assembly (5), washer (4), and bolt (3) .

  1. Apply a thin coat ofTooling (A) on the diameter of the pin bore and the pin assembly. Use the suitable lifting device to move the blade cylinder into position.



    Illustration 13g00863237

  1. Install cover (2). Secure cover (2) with two bolts (1) .

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