Transport - MTU 12V4000L62FB Operating Instructions Manual

2 Transport

2.1 Transport
Special tools, Material, Spare parts
Designation / Use
Crossbeam
Crossbeam
DANGER
Suspended load.
Danger to life!
• Use suitable equipment and lifting devices.
• Never stand beneath a suspended load and keep a safe distance.
• Wear personal protective equipment (e.g. protective helmet, safety shoes).
Transport
1. Prior to transport, install the transport locking device of the engine (→ Page 24).
2. Always use the lifting eyes provided when transporting the engine. See lifting requirements (→ Page 23).
3. Only use suitable transport and lifting equipment.
4. The engine must only be transported in installation position: max. admissible diagonal pull 10° (→ Page 23).
5. Remove any loose parts on engine.
6. Always raise/lower the engine slowly. The lifting ropes or chains must not butt against the engine or its com-
ponents during the lifting procedure. Readjust lifting gear as necessary.
7. For special packaging with aluminum foil: Suspend engine by lifting eyes on bearing pedestal or transport by
means of handling equipment (forklift truck) capable of bearing load.
8. Secure the engine against tipping during transportation. Secure, in particular, to prevent slipping and tipping
when driving up or down inclines and ramps.
Setting down after transportation
1. Set system down on a firm, flat surface only. The surface must be free of bumps, dips, steps and foreign
objects.
2. Make sure that consistency and load-bearing capacity of ground or support surface is adequate.
3. Never set engine down on oil pan unless expressively authorized to do so by MTU on a case-to-case basis.
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