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TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING
Follow these guidelines when lifting with truck or trolley:
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The lift truck must be able to lift at least 1.5 – 2 times
the machines gross weight.
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Make sure the machine is balanced. While
transporting, avoid rough or jerky motion, and maintain
a safe clearance zone around the transport area.
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Use a fork lift with sufficient lifting capacity and forks
that are long enough to reach the complete width of
the machine.
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Remove the securing bolts that attach the machine to
the pallet.
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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.
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Move the machine to the required position and lower gently to the floor.
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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:
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Always lift and carry the machine with the lifting holes provided at the top of the machine.
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Use lift equipment such as straps, chains, capable of lifting 1.5 to 2 times the weight of the
machine.
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Take proper precautions for handling and lifting.
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Check if the load is properly balanced by lifting it an inch or two.
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Lift the machine, avoiding sudden accelerations or quick changes of direction.
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Locate the machine where it is to be installed, then lower slowly until it touches the floor.
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.
