Great Plains NP3000A Predelivery Manual - Manual (Page 10)

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Unload Trailer
Plan the Unload
Refer to Figure 2
Inspect the load. Plan the unload.
How to conduct the unload depends on:
• what type of dock is available (side dock or pit dock
provides the greatest options), and
• what type of power equipment is available, the lifting
capacity, and if only fork-lifts, the number available.
Unfolded Delivery
In some cases, applicators are shipped unfolded. Unload
is similar to folded unload, but requires more space and
more care.
Fold Configurations
NP3000 (30-foot) applicators are shipped folded against
the transport rest
. 12- and 13-row applicators are
shipped with any outer wing extensions removed.
Forward Tool Bar Support
2-point NP3000 applicators may be shipped resting on
their own parking stands in front. These adjustable
height stands remain with the applicator.
Lift-Assist Caster Yokes
NP3000 applicators may be shipped with the rear caster
yokes
removed.
The parallel arms are always floating. They do not sup-
port any implement weight, do not have lock channels or
spacers installed, and the cylinders may not be charged
with hydraulic oil.
Figure 2
Applicator on Trailer (Folded)
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Equipment Damage Risk:
Do not fold the implement on the trailer. The hydraulic system
may not be charged, and the wings could fall suddenly. Folded
wings could obstruct hoist lines, making unload more difficult.
Equipment Damage Risk:
Do not unfold the implement on the trailer. The wings will
droop, making unload more difficult. The wings may strike and
damage truck components. The hydraulic system may not be
charged, and the wings could fall suddenly.
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Equipment Damage Risk:
Plan to relocate temporary shipping stands early in the
implement move. Temporary shipping stands under the front
tool bars are NOT attached to the tool bars. Unfolded and
pull-type implements, that have no optional coulters, require
front support until gauge wheels are installed.
Equipment Damage Risk:
Install lift-assist cylinder lock channels or spacers if lifting at
the caster pivots. Without a stop on the cylinder rod, the arms
are likely to swing up during lift.
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