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2.6
Removing Wheel Leg Assemblies
Remove the wheel leg assemblies from their shipping locations and set them aside for installation.
DANGER
The wheel leg assemblies are heavy and difficult to maneuver. Use a proper lifting device and arrange for adequate
assistance. Falling wheel leg assemblies can result in serious personal injury.
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Figure 2.33: Leg Shipping Configuration
1.
Position the lifting device to remove wheel leg (A) from the
left side of the windrower first.
NOTE:
When configured for container shipments, wheel legs are
shipped with right leg (A) on the left side of the shipping
assembly and left leg (B) on the right side.
2.
Secure the hydraulic hoses to avoid damaging the
windrower hood.
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Figure 2.34: Attaching Lifting Strap
3.
Feed lifting strap (A) through the top of leg assembly.
Position the strap so that the leg will be balanced, but avoid
damaging float sensor (B). Adjust the lifting device to
support the leg.
4.
Before lifting, have a second person available to prevent
the leg from swinging into the hood. Lay down cardboard
or rubber to prevent damage when the leg assembly is
set down.
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Figure 2.35: Wheel Leg on Left Side
5.
With the leg supported and a second person in place,
remove two bolts (A) from the lower fork channel brace.
6.
Remove and discard two nuts (B). Remove shipping
support (C).
IMPORTANT:
Do
NOT
reuse nuts (B) to install the drive wheels. The
specified mounting nuts and installation instructions are
shipped with the drive wheels.