MacDon 4000 Mower Conditioner - Manual (Page 66)

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UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY
PREPARE TO UNLOAD
CAUTION: To avoid injury to bystanders
from being struck by machinery, do not
allow persons to stand in unloading
area.
1. Move trailer into position and block trailer wheels.
2. Lower trailer storage stands.
CAUTION: Unloading equipment must
meet or exceed the specified
requirements. Using inadequate
equipment may result in chain breakage,
vehicle tipping or machine damage.
CHAIN REQUIREMENTS
Use overhead lifting quality chain (1/2 inch) with
minimum 5000 lb. (2270 kg) working load limit. Chain
length must be sufficient to provide minimum 4 ft. (1.2
m) vertical chain height.
LIFTING VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS
Use a lifting vehicle with a minimum 4600 lb. (2085 kg) lifting capacity and minimum 15 ft. (4.5 m) lifting
height.
UNLOADING MOWER CONDITIONER:
USING LIFT LUGS
CAUTION: Be sure hooks are secure
before moving away from load. Stand
clear when lifting, machine may
swing.
1. Attach chain hooks to lean bar at lugs (A) and
(B).
2. Remove hauler’s tie down straps and chains.
3. Raise mower conditioner 12 inches (300 mm),
remove from trailer.
4. Take to storage or set-up area.
5. Set machine down securely on level ground.
Check for shipping damage and missing parts.
6. Remove chain hooks.
ATTACH CHAIN HOOKS
PREPARE TO UNLOAD