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Chapter 2: Unloading the Machine
Follow each procedure in this chapter in order.
2.1 Unloading the Header
DANGER
To avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do NOT allow anyone to stand in unloading area.
DANGER
Equipment used for unloading must meet or exceed the requirements specified below. Using inadequate equipment
may result in chain breakage, vehicle tipping, machine damage or bodily harm to operators or bystanders.
Table 2.1 Lifting Vehicle
Minimum capacity
1
8000 lb. (630 kg)
Minimum fork length
1981 mm (78 in.)
IMPORTANT:
Forklifts are normally rated for a load located 610 mm (24 in.) ahead of back end of the forks. To obtain the forklift
capacity at 1220 mm (48 in.), check with your forklift distributor.
DANGER
Ensure that the forks on the forklift are secure and that no bystanders are present.
2.1.1 Unloading the Header from a Truck Flatbed
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT unload using lean bar for lifting. The chain hook slots in lean bar are only for laying the machine over into working
position after it is on the ground.
NOTE:
Take care not to bend parts on the backtube.
1. At 1220 mm (48 in.) from back end of forks.