ABB FS4000, Operating Instruction

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Transport
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3 Transport
3.1 Inspection
Check the devices for possible damage that may have occurred during transport. Damages in
transit must be recorded on the transport documents. All claims for damages must be claimed
without delay against the shipper and before the installation.
3.2 Transport of flanged units smaller than DN 350
Warning – Risk of injury due to meter slipping!
The center of gravity of the complete meter may be higher than the lifting straps.
Make sure that the meter cannot rotate or slip unintentionally during transport.
Support the meter laterally.
Warning - Potential damage to parts
A lifting strap must be used to transport flanged units smaller than DN 350. Wrap the straps
around both process connections when lifting the meter. Chains should not be used, since
these may damage the housing.
3.3 Transport of flanged units larger than DN 300
Caution - Potential damage to parts
Using a forklift to transport the meter can dent the housing.
Flanged units must not be lifted by the center of the housing when using a forklift for transport.
Flanged units must not be lifted by the terminal box or by the center of the housing.
Only the eyebolts fitted to the meter must be used to lift the meter and set it down in the
pipeline.