Chapter 2: Unloading Header; Unloading Header From Trailer - MacDon D65 Assembly Instruction Manual

2 Unloading Header
Perform all procedures in the order they are listed.

2.1 Unloading Header from Trailer

The following procedure applies when two headers are shipped on a trailer.
CAUTION
To avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do NOT allow people to stand in
unloading area.
CAUTION
Equipment used for unloading must meet or exceed requirements specified below. Using inadequate
equipment may result in chain breakage, vehicle tipping, or machine damage.
IMPORTANT:
Forklifts are normally rated with load centered 610 mm (24 in.) from back end of forks. To obtain forklift capacity for
a load centered at 1220 mm (48 in.), check with your forklift distributor.
Table 2.1 Lifting Vehicle
15–25 Foot
2270 kg (5000 lb.)
Minimum load center (A) at
Lifting
Capacity (48 in.) (B) from
back of forks
Minimum Fork
Length (C)
To unload headers from a trailer, follow these steps:
1. Move trailer into position and block trailer wheels.
2. Lower trailer storage stands.
IMPORTANT:
Avoid lifting second header and ensure forks do not interfere with shipping frame. If forks contact second
header, damage to headers may occur.
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30–40 Foot
Header Header
3178 kg (7000 lb.)
load center (A) at
1220 mm 1220 mm
(48 in.) (B) from
back of forks
1981 mm (78 in.)
Figure 2.1: Minimum Lifting Capacity
A - Load Center of Gravity
B - Load Center 1220 mm (48 in.) from Back of Forks
C - Minimum Fork Length 1981 mm (78 in.)
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