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2.2
Using One Forklift to Unload Windrower
The windrower can be unloaded from the trailer using one forklift. Ensure that you use a forklift which meets the minimum
length and capacity requirements when unloading the windrower.
There are two different methods for unloading a windrower using one forklift. If you will be using a chain to pull the
windrower to a level that is equal to, or slightly lower than, the height of the trailer deck, proceed to
Pulling from Trailer Deck, page 15
. If you will be lifting the windrower from the left or the right side of the trailer deck,
proceed to
2.2.2 Method 2: Lifting from Trailer Deck, page 16
2.2.1
Method 1: Pulling from Trailer Deck
The windrower can be pulled from the transport vehicle onto an unloading dock using chains and a forklift of sufficient
lifting capacity.
DANGER
Equipment used for unloading must meet or exceed the specified requirements. Using inadequate equipment may
result in chain breakage, vehicle tipping, or machine damage.
Table 2.2 Lifting Vehicle Requirements
Minimum Capacity
1
2500 kg (5500 lb.)
IMPORTANT:
Forklifts are normally rated for a load located 610 mm (24 in.) ahead of the back end of the forks. To determine the forklift
capacity at 1220 mm (48 in.), check with your forklift distributor.
Table 2.3 Pulling Chain Requirements
Type
Overhead lifting quality (1/2 in.)
Chain Grade
Grade 80 or higher
Minimum Working Load
2270 kg (5000 lb.)
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Figure 2.2: Chain Installation Location
1.
Position the rear of the trailer against an unloading dock
that is the same height, or slightly lower than, the
trailer deck.
2.
Remove shipped parts from underneath the
windrower frame.
3.
Set the forklift tines to the widest possible setting.
4.
Drive the forklift up to the rear of the windrower and place
the forks under the rear frame cross member.
5.
Install chains between the forklift mast and the jacking
brackets on both front legs of the windrower. The chains
must be the same length.
1.
At 1220 mm (48 in.) from the back end of the forks.
