MacDon R113 - Transporting with a Tractor; Transporting with a Truck

OPERATION
3.14.2 Transporting with a Tractor
If towing endw
ise with the optional Road Friendly Transport
™
system, refer to Converting from Field to Transport
Mode, page 73.
1. Before pro ce e
ding to transport the mower conditioner with a tractor, ensure the machine is prepared for transport.
Refer to 3.14
.1 Preparing Mower Conditioner for Transport, page 66.
2. Ensure tha t h
itch safety chain is properly attached to towing tractor. Provide only enough slack in chain to permit
turning.
3. Move jac k (A
) to storage position on side of hitch, and
secure with
pin (B).
NOTE:
If unit is equipped with a two-point hitch, rotate the
stand to the storage position.
4. Keep th e slow moving vehicle (SMV) sign, reflectors,
and lights clean and visible at rear of mower
conditioner.
5. Ensure tires are properly inflated.
6. Do NOT exceed 20 mph (32 km/h).
Figure 3.68: Jack in Storage Position
3.14.3 Transporting with a Truck
Follow these instructions if the machine will be transported with a truck.
CAUTION
Do NOT tow with a vehicle weighing less than 7500 lb. (3400 kg). Ensure that the capacity of the towing
vehicle is sufficient to maintain control.
If towing endwise with the optional Road Friendly Transport
™
system, refer to Converting from Transport to Field
Mode, page 76.
1. Before proceeding to transport the mower conditioner with a truck, ensure the m achine is prepared for transport.
Refer to 3.14.1 Preparing Mower Conditioner for Transport, page 66.
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