Unloading The Windrower; Using One Forklift To Unload Windrower - MacDon M1240 Unloading And Assembly Instructions

2 Unloading the Windrower

2.1 Using One Forklift to Unload Windrower

CAUTION
Equipment used for unloading must meet or exceed the specified requirements.
equipment may result in chain breakage, vehicle tipping, or machine damage.
Table 2.1 Lifting Vehicle Requirements
Minimum Capacity
Minimum Fork Length
IMPORTANT:
Forklifts are normally rated for a load located 610 mm (24 in.) ahead of the back end of the forks. To obtain forklift
capacity at 122.2 cm (48 in.), check with your forklift distributor.
1. Move the trailer onto level ground and block the
trailer wheels.
2. Set forklift tines to the widest possible setting.
CAUTION
Ensure forks do not contact or lift on fuel tank (A) or
engine oil pan (B) (not shown).
3. Position forklift on left or right side of trailer, and
position forks (C) under windrower frame with the fuel
tank (A) between the forks.
NOTE:
The windrower's center of gravity is
approximately 157.5 cm (62 in.) rearwards from
the center of the drive wheel.
WARNING
Ensure the forks extend beyond the far side of the frame.
4. Lift until windrower is clear of the trailer deck.
5. Back forklift slowly away from trailer until the windrower is clear of the trailer deck.
6. Lower unit slowly to the ground. If the ground is soft, place wooden blocks under the front shipping stands.
7. Carefully back forklift away from windrower.
8. Check windrower for shipping damage, and check shipment for missing parts.
1. At 122.2 cm (48 in.) from back end of forks.
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7037 kg (15,500 lb.)
198.1 cm (78 in.)
Figure 2.1: Windrower on Trailer
Using inadequate
Revision A