MacDon HC10, Operation And Parts Manual

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UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY
3.6 Installing the Conditioner
There are two methods for installing the conditioner. Refer to the following sections for instructions:
• The lifting method, refer to 3.6.1 Installing Conditioner: Lifting Method, page 23
• The windrower method, refer to 3.6.2 Installing Conditioner: Windrower Method, page 25
3.6.1 Installing Conditioner: Lifting Method
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop engine
and remove key before leaving the operator’s seat, and always engage safety props before going under
the machine for any reason.
CAUTION
Equipment used for unloading must meet or exceed the requirements specified below. Using inadequate
equipment may result in vehicle tipping or machine damage.
Table 3.2 Lifting Vehicle Requirements
Minimum Lifting Capacity 3 908 kg (2000 lb)
Minimum Fork Length 1524 mm (60 in.)
IMPORTANT:
Forklifts are normally rated for a load located 610 mm (24 in.) ahead of back end of the forks. To obtain the forklift
capacity at 1220 mm (48 in.), check with your forklift distributor.
Table 3.3 Lifting Chain Requirements
Chain Type Overhead Lifting Quality (1/2 in.)
Minimum Working Load 2270 kg (5000 lb)
To install the conditioner using the lifting method, follow these steps:
1. Attach chain to lifting brackets (A) on conditioner and
secure chain to lifting device (B).
2. Lift conditioner to upright position.
3. Remove shipping blocks if present.
4. Position conditioner into header opening from the rear.
Figure 3.18: Conditioner and Lifting Brackets
3. At 1220 mm (48 in.) from back end of forks.
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