MacDon Double Windrow Attachment - Manual (Page 15)

SECTION UA – UNLOADING AND SETUP
Form 169365
UA-1
Issue – May 2008
STEP 1. UNLOAD TRANSPORTER
CAUTION
To avoid injury to bystanders from being
struck by machinery, do not allow persons
to stand in unloading area.
CAUTION
Equipment used for unloading must meet
or exceed the requirements specified
below. Using inadequate equipment may
result in vehicle tipping or machine
damage.
LIFTING VEHICLE
Min. Lifting
Capacity *
5000 lb. (2270 kg)
Min. Fork Length 60 inches (1524 mm)
* At 48 inches (1220 mm) from back end of
forks.
IMPORTANT
Forklifts are normally rated for a load
located 24 inches (610 mm) ahead of
back end of the forks. To obtain the
forklift capacity at 48 inches (1220 mm),
check with your forklift distributor.
CAUTION
Never use the axle or any portion of the
suspension to lift or support the
transporter. This will damage the axle and
lead to premature failure.
a. Remove hauler's tie down straps and chains.
b. Attach sling(s) to transporter. Locate slings on
transporter to ensure it is lifted evenly.
CAUTION
If transporter is not supported properly, it
will have a tendency to rotate as it is lifted,
and may cause serious injury, or damage
adjacent equipment.
c. Approach transporter with forklift or equivalent
from either side of hauling equipment. Attach
slings to lifting device with chains.
d. Lift transporter off trailer bed and back up until
unit clears trailer. Slowly lower to 6 inches (150
mm) from ground.
e. Take to storage or set-up area.
f. Set transporter down securely on level ground.
g. Check for shipping damage and missing parts.