Model G0886 (Mfd. Since 01/19)
-19-
4. Secure lifting straps to (4) hoist rings on
machine (see
Figure 11) with heavy-duty lift-
ing hooks or shackles, and attach straps to
lifting equipment (see
Figure 12).
Note:
Hoist rings are positioned on machine
to balance weight of machine when using
four lifting straps of equal length.
Figure 11. Location of hoist rings.
Left
Right
5. Raise machine a couple of inches and check
balance of load. Have two other people care-
fully steady machine to help prevent it from
swinging while lifting.
6. Raise machine enough to clear shipping pal-
let and carefully remove pallet.
7. Slowly lower machine into position.
8. Anchor machine to floor (refer to Anchoring
to Floor).
Anchoring to Floor
Anchoring machinery to the floor prevents tipping
or shifting and reduces vibration that may occur
during operation, resulting in a machine that runs
slightly quieter and feels more solid.
If the machine will be installed in a commercial or
workplace setting, or if it is permanently connect-
ed (hardwired) to the power supply, local codes
may require that it be anchored to the floor.
If not required by any local codes, fastening the
machine to the floor is an optional step. If you
choose not to do this with your machine, we rec-
ommend placing it on machine mounts, as these
provide an easy method for leveling and they have
vibration-absorbing pads.
Lag shield anchors with lag screws (see below)
are a popular way to anchor machinery to a con-
crete floor, because the anchors sit flush with the
floor surface, making it easy to unbolt and move
the machine later, if needed. However, anytime
local codes apply, you MUST follow the anchoring
methodology specified by the code.
Machine Base
Concrete
Lag Screw
Lag Shield Anchor
Flat Washer
Drilled Hole
Figure 13. Popular method for anchoring
machinery to a concrete floor.
Anchoring to Concrete Floors
Number of Mounting Holes ............................ 4
Diameter of Mounting Hardware .................
3
⁄
8
"
Figure 12. Lifting machine with lifting slings.
