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RIGGING AND LIFTING
The engine/generator is fitted with lifting eyes. Attach wire
rope or chain slings capable of supp01ting the engine/
generator's weight to the eyes and lift the engine/generator by
means of tackle attached to these slings. The lifting eyes have
been designed to carry the full weight; auxiliary slings are
not necessary.
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WARNING:
Sings must NOT be so short as to place
stress on the lifting eyes. A sling must be long enough so
that its angle to the vertical plane does not exceed 10°.
The general rule in moving an engine/generator is to ensure
that all equipment used is adequately strong and firmly fixed
in place. Move the engine/generator a little at a time and
make sure it is firmly supported. Eliminate the possibility of
accidents by avoiding haste. Do not lift by the crankshaft
pulley.
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WARNING:
M;ke certain all personnel stand clear
during lifting and lowering operations.
In certain situations it may be necessary to lift the
engine/generator in positions other than the horizontal
position. Certain situations require it to be lowered endwise
through a small hatchway which cannot be made larger. If
the opening of the hatchway is extremely small, it is possible
to reduce the outside dimensions of the engine/generator by
removing external components such as the cooling system
piping, the heat exchanger, certain filters, the mounting rails
(on generators) and other obstructive components. These
should be removed by a competent mechanic and special
care should be taken to avoid damage to any exposed parts.
Be cilreful not to allow dirt to enter any openings created by
the removal of equipment. Reinstall the components in their
original positions after the engine is in its installation area.
Replace gaskets as needed for the parts that were removed.
If it becomes necessary to hoist the engine/generator
front-end (pulley/drive belt end) upwards or rear-end (fly-
wheeVgenerator end) upwards, the attachment of lifting
slings must be done carefully to avoid damaging the parts on
which the weight of the slings may bear.
NOTE:
Rigging work is best done by someone experienced
and competent in handling heavy machinery.
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