Transporting With A Tractor - MacDon R116 Unloading And Assembly Instructions

8.2 Transporting with a Tractor

If towing endwise with the optional Road Friendly Transport
Transport Mode (With Road Friendly Transport
1. Before transporting the disc mower with a tractor, ensure the machine is prepared for transport. Refer to
Preparing Disc Mower for Transport, page
2. Ensure hitch safety chain is properly connected to the tractor. Provide only enough slack in chain to permit
turning.
3. Move jack (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. Ensure the hydraulic hoses are securely stored on
the hitch.
NOTE:
The primary driveline and hydraulic hoses do not need
to be attached to the tractor for towing.
5. Ensure the hitch swing lock-out and the two lift-cylinder
lock-out valves are closed (handle 90 degree to
the hose).
NOTE:
Keep the slow moving vehicle (SMV) sign, reflectors,
and lights clean and visible at rear of disc mower.
6. Ensure tires are properly inflated.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT exceed 32 km/h (20 mph).
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TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER
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8.6.1 Converting from Field to
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Figure 8.6: Jack in Storage Position
8.1
Revision A