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TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING
NOTICE: Lifting and carrying operations should be carried out by skilled workers, such as a
truck operator, crane operator, etc. If a crane is used to lift the machine, attach the lifting
chain carefully, making sure the machine is well balanced.
Follow these guidelines when lifting with truck or trolley:
• The lift truck must be able to lift at least 1.5 – 2 times the machines gross weight.
• Make sure the machine is balanced. While transporting, avoid rough or jerky motion, and
maintain a safe clearance zone around the transport area.
• Use a fork lift with sufficient lifting capacity and forks that are long enough to reach the
complete width of the machine.
• Remove the securing bolts that attach the machine
to the pallet.
• Approaching the machine from the side, lift the
machine on the frame taking care that there are no
cables or pipes in the area of the forks.
• Move the machine to the required position and
lower gently to the floor.
• Level the machine so that all the supporting feet are
taking the weight of the machine and no rocking is
taking place.
Follow these guidelines when lifting crane or hoist:
• Always lift and carry the machine with the lifting holes provided at the top of the
machine.
• Use lift equipment such as straps, chains, capable of lifting 1.5 to 2 times
the weight of the machine.
• Take proper precautions for handling and lifting.
• Check if the load is properly balanced by lifting it an inch or two.
• Lift the machine, avoiding sudden accelerations or quick changes of
direction.
• Locate the machine where it is to be installed, and lower slowly until it
touches the floor.
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