MTS Systems 318 Series Product Information page 52

52 Installation
2. Inspect the load unit for shipping damage.
Look for the following:
• Scratches in the load unit or lift cylinder columns
• Damaged electrical connections
• Damaged hydraulic connections
• Dents and other structural damage
• Torn, kinked, or breaking hoses
Report any damage found to both the carrier and MTS. In the U.S. and
Canada, call the MTS HELPLine at 1-800-328-2255. Elsewhere, contact
your local MTS office.
3. Wrap slings around the columns at the load unit's balance point.
A. With someone else steadying the load unit, slightly lift the load unit to
ensure that you have found its balance point. Keep adjusting the slings
and slightly lifting the load unit until you find its balance point.
B. Lift the load unit just enough to clear its pallet. Slide the pallet out of
the way. Then lower the load unit so that its feet rest on rubber mats
and its columns on the wooden blocks.
4. Lift the load unit upright.
A. Attach the chains to the lifting eyebolts. Move the crane/forklift to keep
the chains as straight as possible.
B. Slowly raise the load unit to its upright position. As the unit rises, keep
moving the crane to keep the chains as straight as possible. Do not
exceed a 30° chain angle.
318 Load Unit