80 CropHawk Draper Platform Operators Manu-
Unloading
Unloading platform with 2 overhead cranes
IMPORTANT: to avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do not allow persons to
stand in unloading area.
IMPORTANT: unloading equipment must meet or exceed specified requirements. Using inadequate
equipment may result in vehicle tipping, chain breakage, or machine damage.
IMPORTANT: Do not unload platform by lifting at knife/cutterbar. This will allow platform to swing
and tilt as one side of the platform is heavier than the other.
NOTE: Lifting equipment requirements : use lifting vehicle with a minimum 5000 kg lifting capacity and a
minimum 4.5 m lifting height.
Chain requirement: use overhead lifting quality chain (14mm) with minimum 4000 kg load limit.
1.
Position cranes over either end of platform.
2.
Secure one lifting strap (2 m long 3000 kg Rated) to the hole below the
knife drive (see image 1)
3.
Secure the 2nd lifting strap (1 m Long 3000 kg Rated) to the reel arm
support as close to the side as possible (see image 2).
4.
Repeat process on the other end of the platform.
5.
Raise cranes to take up slack in the straps taking care that straps are not
tangled with parts and are lifting vertically (see image 3).
6.
Raise platform sufficiently to clear transporter.
7.
Remove transporter from below platform.
8.
Lower platform onto suitable blocks or stands.
9.
Check platform for stability and remove straps.
10.
Relocate platform and associated parts to storage or set-up area.
11.
Check for shipping damage and missing parts.
Image 1
Image 2
Image 3
