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Unloading & assembly – MacDon 5010 Mower Conditioner User Manual

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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.

LIFTING VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS

Use a lifting vehicle with a minimum 8000 lb. (3630 kg) lifting capacity and minimum 15 ft. (4.5 m) lifting height.

CHAIN REQUIREMENTS

Use overhead lifting quality chain (1/2 inch) with minimum 5000 lb. (2270 kg) working load limit.

UNLOAD WINDROWER

WARNING: Be sure forks are secure

before moving away from load.

Stand clear when lifting.

IMPORTANT: Do not unload using lean bar for

lifting. Chain hook slots in lean bar are only for

laying the machine over into working position after

it is on the ground.

1. Approach windrower from either its "underside"

as in (A) or "topside" (B) and slide forks in

underneath lifting framework as far as possible.

Take care not to bend parts on back tube.

2. Remove hauler's tie down straps and chains.

3. Raise windrower off deck, back up until unit

clears trailer and slowly lower to 6 inches (150

mm) from ground.

4. Take to storage or set-up area.

5. Set machine down securely on level ground.

Check for shipping damage and missing parts.

PREPARE TO UNLOAD

UNLOADING WINDROWER FROM "UNDERSIDE"

A

UNLOADING WINDROWER FROM "TOPSIDE"

B