Raising Drive Wheels - Forklift Method - MacDon M2170NT Operator's Manual

Raising Drive Wheels – Forklift Method
This procedure will help you to raise the drive wheels off the ground using a forklift.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the
key from the ignition before leaving the operator's seat for any reason.
CAUTION
Use a lifting device capable of supporting a minimum of 907 kg (2000 lb.) to lift the wheel assembly.
1. Detach the header from the windrower. For instructions, refer to
Windrower, page 111.
2. Park the windrower on a level surface with caster wheels pointed ONLY forward or backward.
3. Place ground speed lever (GSL) (A) in PARK.
4. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from
the ignition.
5. Place wheel chocks (B) under the front and back of each
caster wheel (A).
NOTE:
Ensure that the caster wheels are pointed forward or
backward, before placing the wheel chocks, as shown in the
illustration at right.
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
4 Attaching Headers to and Detaching Headers from
Figure 6.225: Ground Speed Lever
Figure 6.226: Chocking Caster Wheels
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