MacDon HC10 for D-Series - Manual (Page 45)

UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY
3.6 Installing the Conditioner
There are two methods for installing the conditioner:
• The lifting method
• The tractor method
3.6.1 Installing Conditioner: Lifting Method
CAUTION
Equipment used for unloading must meet or
exceed the requirements specified below. Using
inadequate equipment may result in vehicle
tipping or machine damage.
Lifting Vehicle
Minimum Lifting
Capacity
8
2000 lb (908 kg)
Minimum Fork Length 60 inches (1524 mm)
IMPORTANT
Forklifts are normally rated for a load located 24
inches (610 mm) ahead of back end of the forks.
To obtain the forklift capacity at 48 inches (1220
mm), check with your forklift distributor.
Chain Type Overhead Lifting
Quality (1/2 inch)
Minimum Working Load 5000 lb (2270 kg)
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
8. At 48 inches (1220 mm) from back end of forks.
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