Mechanical installation
October 2023
Appropriately rated lifting slings
The following instructions are intended to provide general guidelines for using proper
lifting slings when lifting a Rosemount 3410 Series Gas Ultrasonic Flow Meter by itself.
These instructions are intended to be followed in addition to your company's standards or
the
DOE-STD-1090-2004 Hoisting and Rigging standard
exist.
Safety precautions using appropriately rated lifting slings
1. Meters must only be lifted by personnel properly trained in the safe practices of
2. NEVER attempt to lift the meter by wrapping slings around the electronics
3. NEVER attempt to lift the meter using only one sling around the meter. Always use
4. Visually inspect the slings prior to use for any signs of abrasion or other damage.
5. Only use slings with ratings that exceed the weight to be lifted. Reference your
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rigging and lifting.
enclosure.
two slings wrapped around each end of the body as shown below. A choker style
sling is recommended.
Figure 2-15: Correct sling attachment
Refer to the sling manufacturer's procedures for proper inspection of the particular
sling you are using.
company's standards for safety factors that must be included when calculating the
load rating.
Installation manual
00825-0600-3104
if such company standards do not
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