MacDon R80 Rotary Disc Pull-Type Windrower - Manual (Page 40)

OPERATION
Form # 169053
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Model Year - 2009
f. Attach a chain to front of APT and other end to a
fork lift or equivalent.
g. Lift front of APT and slowly swing APT 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 is moved to transport
position.
h. Tie APT to frame back tube with shipping wire or
equivalent.
IMPORTANT
Ensure shipping wire is not over hydraulic
lines.
i. Locate two lifting slings (E) around APT and
frame approximately as shown and attach to fork
lift 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
Min. Lifting Capacity 8000 lb. (3630 kg)
Min. Lifting Height 15 ft. (4.5 m)
CHAIN
Overhead Lifting
Quality (1/2 Inch)
5000 lb. (2270 kg)
Min. Working Load
j. Lift mower conditioner slightly to take weight off
APT.
k. Remove jack from forward end of APT and
move to storage location (G) on APT. Secure
with pin.
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G
E