Siemens SIMOTICS GP Compact Operating Instructions page 97

4.2.1 - Moving the packages
• Prepare a suitable, delimited area with a level floor or surface for unloading the packages.
• Prepare the equipment required to handle the package. The lifting and handling equipment (e.g. crane or
lift truck) must be of adequate capacity for the weight and size of the load, taking into account its attac-
hment points and centre of gravity. lf required, this information is indicated on the package itself. Harness
heavy packages with chains, belts and steel ropes after checking that they are suitable for the weight of
the load, which is always indicated.
• When handling the load keep it level to avoid tipping and instability.
4.2.2 - Moving the equipment
All the following operations must be carried out with care and caution and without sudden
movements.
When lifting, use accessories such as eyebolts, screw clamps, snap hooks, straps, ropes and
hooks etc. which are certified and adequate for the load in question.
The weight of the produet to be lifted is given in the Sales Catalogue.
The following pages illustrate in detail the different attachment methods for the various produet series, sizes
and configurations described in this Manual.
The most suitable solution for lifting and handling the produet in safety is indicated for each.
Symbols:
Type of lifting Manual With mechanical equipment
Symbol
M A
B
Approximate weight :,; 15 Kg
> 15 Kg
Instruction
Recommended method for po- Recommended method for
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sitioning handling and positioning
Warning
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The load may be unstable The load may sway or oscillate
Slide the lifting ring to align it
with the load's centre of gra-
vity as shown in the diagrams
below
Stabilise the moving load by
Lock the ropes below the ring
hand
Solution
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with a cable clamp or similar
Observe all precautions regar-
device so as to prevent them
ding the handling of loads
sliding, and lift the load
Observe all precautions regar-
ding the handling of loads
The load must not be allowed to sway by more than 15° in any direction when being lifted.
lf swaying exceeds this amount, stop and repeat the lifting operation as instructed.
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