Transportation With Fork-Lift - Siemens SINAMICS PERFECT HARMONY GH180 Operating Instructions Manual

5.8

Transportation with Fork-Lift

Fork-Lift Considerations and Guidelines
● Use only appropriately rated fork-lifts to lift and transport unit/cabinet.
● Ensure fork-lift forks/tines are of proper size for fork-lift tubes; and, maintain the proper
● Review travel conditions such as floor consistency and ramp angles (stress and
● Use low lifting heights and slow movements where possible when lifting or transporting
● Be sure to center and position the transportation unit/cabinet as close to the front axle of
● Take into account that fork-lifts require large spaces for safe lifting and turning. Siemens
Death or serious injury to personnel, or damage to the transportation unit/cabinet may result
if these guidelines are not obeyed.
Do Not Exceed Maximum Lift Height Guideline
● Lifting transportation unit above the maximum lift height is dangerous. Be aware of any
● Lifting above the maximum height lift guideline may cause the transportation unit/unit
1. Except as noted within System Lifting Instructions provided with your specific drive order,
only fork-lift tubes may be used for lifting and transport. Cabinet floor is not designed to
support the load for lifting cabinet and must not be used for lifting or transport.
2. Load should be secured prior to lifting or transport to prevent tipping movement or dropping.
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lifting capacity for the specific drive.
balance) and correct conditions prior to lifting or moving equipment.
equipment.
the fork-lift as possible.
recommends completion of installation site review prior to receipt of equipment to ensure
no access restrictions exist which will prevent transport or installation.
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obstacles that may require lifting over the safe height lift guideline.
cabinet to tip over, resulting in death or serious injury to personnel, or damage to the
transportation unit/cabinet.
Preparing for Use
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