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Model T32957 (Mfd. Since 09/21)
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 9. Popular method for anchoring
machinery to a concrete floor.
Anchoring to Concrete Floors
Number of Mounting Holes ............................ 4
Diameter of Mounting Hardware .................
5
⁄
8
"
Lifting & Placing
HEAVY LIFT!
Straining or crushing injury
may occur from improperly
lifting machine or some of
its parts. To reduce this risk,
get help from other people
and use a forklift (or other
lifting equipment) rated for
weight of this machine.
Use a forklift (or other type of lifting equipment)
with lifting straps to move the machine to your
desired location. All lifting equipment should be
rated for at least 1500 pounds.
To lift & place machine:
1. Place shipping crate near installation loca-
tion, then remove crate top and sides and set
small items aside.
2. Unbolt machine from shipping pallet.
3. Place lifting straps under shear table at loca-
tions shown in
Figure 8. Straps should be
spread as wide as possible.
Figure 8. Example of lifting straps placed under
shear table for lifting.
4. With help of another person to steady load,
use forklift or crane to lift machine from pallet
and move to desired location.
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