4.
Transport and storage
4.1.
Transport
For transport to place of installation, use sturdy packaging.
Hovering load!
Risk of death or serious injury.
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Do NOT stand below hovering load.
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Attach ropes or hooks for the purpose of lifting by hoist only to housing and NOT
to handwheel.
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Actuators mounted on valves: Attach ropes or hooks for the purpose of lifting
by hoist to valve and NOT to actuator.
4.2.
Storage
Danger of corrosion due to inappropriate storage!
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Store in a well-ventilated, dry room.
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Protect against floor dampness by storage on a shelf or on a wooden pallet.
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Cover to protect against dust and dirt.
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Apply suitable corrosion protection agent to uncoated surfaces.
Long-term storage
For long-term storage (more than 6 months), observe the following points:
1.
Prior to storage:
Protect uncoated surfaces, in particular the output drive parts and mounting
surface, with long-term corrosion protection agent.
2.
At an interval of approx. 6 months:
Check for corrosion. If first signs of corrosion show, apply new corrosion protec-
tion.
Plastic protective caps supplied when leaving the factory are for transport protection
only. They have to be replaced for long-term storage. (Heed protection type indicated
on name plate.)
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SG 04.2 – SG 10.2
with actuator controls MEC 03.1
Transport and storage
