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Caution – MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 13 Foot User Manual

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OPERATION

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f. Attach a chain to front of APT hitch, and other

end to a forklift (or equivalent).

g. Lift front of APT hitch, and slowly swing hitch aft

until it is approximately parallel with carrier
frame. Lower APT, and remove chain.

IMPORTANT

Ensure hoses on carrier frame are free to
move when APT hitch is moved to
transport position.

h. Tie APT hitch to frame back tube with shipping

wire (or equivalent).

IMPORTANT

Ensure shipping wire is NOT over the
hydraulic lines.

i. Locate two lifting slings (E) around APT hitch

and frame approximately as shown, and attach
to forklift with chains.

NOTE

Adjust position of slings so that mower
conditioner is lifted evenly.

CAUTION

To avoid injury to bystanders from being
struck by machinery, do NOT allow people
to stand in loading area.

CAUTION

Equipment used for unloading must meet or
exceed the requirements specified below.
Using inadequate equipment may result in
chain breakage, vehicle tipping or machine
damage.

LIFTING VEHICLE

Minimum Capacity

8,000 lb. (3,630 kg)

Minimum Lifting

Height

15 ft. (4.5 m)

CHAIN

Overhead Lifting

Quality (1/2 Inch)

5,000 lb. (2,270 kg)

Minimum Working

Load

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