MacDon 5020 Mower Conditioner - Manual (Page 69)

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UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY
PREPARE TO UNLOAD
CAUTION: To avoid injury to
bystanders from being struck by
machinery, do not allow persons to
stand in unloading area.
1. Move trailer into position and block trailer
wheels.
2. Lower trailer storage stands.
CAUTION: Unloading equipment
must meet or exceed the specified
requirements. Using inadequate
equipment may result in chain
breakage, vehicle tipping or machine
damage.
LIFTING VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS
Use a lifting vehicle with a minimum 8000 lb. (3630 kg) lifting capacity and minimum 15 ft. (4.5 m) lifting
height.
CHAIN REQUIREMENTS
Use overhead lifting quality chain (1/2 inch) with minimum 5000 lb. (2270 kg) working load limit.
UNLOAD WINDROWER
WARNING: Be sure forks are secure
before moving away from load.
Stand clear when lifting.
IMPORTANT: Do not unload using lean bar for
lifting. Chain hook slots in lean bar are only for
laying the machine over into working position after
it is on the ground.
1. Approach windrower from either its "underside"
as in (A) or "topside" (B) and slide forks in
underneath lifting framework as far as possible.
Take care not to bend parts on back tube.
When possible, approach from the underside
as in (A) to minimize potential for scratching
the unit.
2. Remove hauler’s tie down straps and chains.
3. Raise windrower off deck.
IMPORTANT: Take care not to contact the
other machine if load is two-wide.
4. Back up until unit clears trailer and slowly lower
to 6 inches (150 mm) from ground.
5. Take to storage or set-up area.
6. Set machine down securely on level ground.
Check for shipping damage and missing parts.
PREPARE TO UNLOAD
UNLOADING WINDROWER FROM "UNDERSIDE"
A
UNLOADING WINDROWER FROM "TOPSIDE"
B