MacDon M Series - Lifting Windrower Onto Stand: Forklift Method

ASSEMBLING THE W INDROWER
3.2.2 Lifting
Windrower onto Stand: Forklift Method
CAUTION
To prevent injury to bystanders and avoid striking them with machinery, do NOT allow people to stand in
the unloading area.
CAUTION
Equipment used for unloading m ust meet or exceed the requirements specified in this section. Using
inadequate equipment may result in chain breakage, vehicle tipping, or machine damage.
Lifting Vehicle
Minimum Lifting Capacity
4
9072 kg (20,000 lb.)
IMPORTANT:
Forklifts are
normally rated for a load positioned 610 mm (24 in.) forwards from the back end of the forks. To
obtain th e fo
rklift capacity at 1220 mm (48 in.), check with your forklift distributor.
1. Approach the windrower from the hood end and slide
the forks fully into shipping support channels (A).
Figure 3.6: Forklift Method L ifting Points
2. Raise the windrower and lower onto the support stand.
3. Back away forklift.
Figure 3.7: Windrower on Support Stand
4. At 1220 mm (48 in.) from back end of forks.
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