Step 1. Unload Tractor; Two Forklift Method - MacDon M150 Assembly Instructions Manual

STEP 1. UNLOAD TRACTOR

CAUTION
To avoid injury to bystanders from being
struck by machinery, do not allow persons to
stand in unloading area.
A. TWO FORKLIFT METHOD
CAUTION
Equipment used for unloading must meet or
exceed the requirements specified below.
Using inadequate equipment may result in
chain breakage, vehicle tipping or machine
damage.
LIFTING VEHICLE
Min. Lifting Capacity *
Min. Fork Length
* At 48 inches (1220 mm) from back end of
forks.
IMPORTANT
Forklifts are normally rated for a load
located 24 inches (610 mm) ahead of
back end of the forks. To obtain the
forklift capacity at 48 inches (1220
mm), check
distributor.
a. Move trailer into position and block trailer
wheels.
b. Set forklift tines to the widest possible setting.
Form # 169018
UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY
5500 lb (2500 kg)
78 in. (1981 mm)
with your forklift
c. Position one forklift on either side of trailer and
position forks under windrower tractor frame.
Windrower
approximately 55 inches (1397 mm)
rearward of drive wheel center.
d. Lift with both forklifts simultaneously until
windrower is clear of trailer bed.
WARNING
Be sure forks are secure before moving
trailer away from load. Stand clear when
lifting.
e. Drive the truck slowly forward until trailer bed is
clear of windrower tractor.
f. Lower unit slowly and simultaneously with both
forklifts to the ground.
under front shipping stands if ground is soft.
g. Back off forklifts.
h. Check windrower tractor for shipping damage
and check shipment for missing parts.
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NOTE
center of gravity
Place wooden blocks
Model Year - 2009
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