Transporting With A Tractor - MacDon R113 Installation Instructions Manual

5.2 Transporting with a Tractor

If towing endwise with the optional Road-Friendly Transport
– With Road-Friendly Transport
1. Before transporting the rotary disc pull-type with a tractor, ensure the machine is prepared for transport. Refer to
Preparing Rotary Disc Pull-Type for Transport, page 47
2. Ensure hitch safety chain is properly connected to the tractor. Provide only enough slack in chain to permit turning.
3. 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.
4. Ensure the hitch swing lock-out and the two lift-cylinder lock-out valves are closed (handle 90° to the hose).
NOTE:
Keep the slow moving vehicle (SMV) sign, reflectors, and lights clean and visible at rear of rotary disc pull-type.
5. Ensure tires are properly inflated.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT exceed 32 km/h (20 mph).
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TRANSPORTING THE ROTARY DISC PULL-TYPE
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, page 51.
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system, refer to 5.4 Converting from Field to Transport Mode
for instructions.
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