CropHawk Draper Platform Operators Manual 81
Platform Restraint Guidelines
Platform to MidWest Transporter
1.
Position platform over MidWest transporter ensuring full width of leg will be supported by saddle when lowered.
2.
Check all couplings and locking mechanisms are in the correct position before lowering platform.
3.
Lower platform onto MidWest transporter.
4.
Check platform is positioned properly on MidWest transporter before reversing combine away.
5.
Connect tie-downs to platform and tighten. Tie-downs should be angled towards the centre of the platform.
NOTE: Lock nuts are factory fitted on turn-buckles and
MUST
be tightened to lock turn-buckle.
IMPORTANT: Tie-down tension must be checked at regular intervals during transportation.
Platform to Float or Flat Top Trailer
4 chains and 4 load binders needed per unit.
1.
Lower platform onto pallets or tyres supporting outside legs checking all couplings and locking mechanisms are
in the correct position.
2.
Attach suitable chains to platform tie down points provided at the front of the outer legs and around the dead
axle on the two outer legs.
3.
Tighten chains in a position so all chains are slightly angled to the centre of the platform.
NOTE: Platforms must not be tied down at the centre unless there is substantial support to pull down onto.
IMPORTANT: Tie-down tension must be checked at regular intervals during transportation.
Platform and MidWest Transporter onto Float of Flat Top Trailer
8 chains and 8 load binders needed per unit
OR
6 straps, 4 chains and 4 load binders needed per unit.
1.
Tie MidWest transporter down securely either by cross chaining front and rear axles or by strap method over 2
rear and all 4 front wheels.
2.
Once MidWest transporter is properly secured attach suitable chains to platform tie down points provided at the
front of the outer legs and around the dead axle on the two outer legs.
3.
Cross chains to the direct opposite side of float and tighten down to a suitable tension.
IMPORTANT: Tie-down tension and load position must be checked at regular intervals during transporta-
tion.
