Operator`s manual

OPERATION

Form 169000 / 169040 58 Revision C

p. Lower mower conditioner onto flatbed, so that its

weight rests on the frame and sloped edge of

header end panels, or cutterbar as shown.

q. Remove four bolts (N), and remove the lean bar

to minimize load width. Secure the lean bar to

the flatbed.

r. Tie the unit and the end of the APT down

securely.

6.8.3.2 Unloading: Pull-Type

a. Remove tie downs.

b. Install lean bar onto mower conditioner with four

bolts (N).

c. Attach a chain to each frame hook (A), and a

chain to each end of the lean bar at (B). Chain

must

pass through hole at end of lean bar.

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

Minimum Lifting Capacity: 8500 lb (3865 kg)

Minimum Lifting Height: 15 ft (4.5 m)

Chain:

Type: Overhead Lifting Quality (1/2 in)

Minimum Working Load: 5000 lb (2270 kg)

d. Position forklift from either front or back of

mower conditioner, lift “slightly off” the flatbed,

and move flatbed from beneath mower

conditioner.

e. Lower mower conditioner, and install wheel/axle

assemblies onto mower conditioner. Secure

axle to frame with bolt (C), and tighten to

required torque..

f. Lower mower conditioner to ground, and remove

lifting chains.

g. Remove tie securing steering cylinder to frame.

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