MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 13 Foot - Manual (Page 48)

OPERATION
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j. Lift mower conditioner slightly to take weight off
APT hitch.
k. Remove jack from forward end of APT hitch, and
move to storage location (G) on hitch. Secure
with pin.
l. Slowly drive to flatbed, and raise mower
conditioner.
m. Lower mower conditioner onto flatbed. Blocking
is not required. Remove slings from mower
conditioner.
n. Secure mower conditioner to flatbed with straps.
6.11.5.2 Unloading
a. Remove tie downs.
b. Approach mower conditioner from backside with
forklift.
c. Locate two lifting slings 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 persons
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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