Instron 34FM-100, Preinstallation Manual

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Chapter: Lifting and handling
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Two cranes with a combined load rating that is appropriate for the load frame’s
gross weight, including the weight of any installed accessories.
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Four lifting slings, each with a load rating that is appropriate for the load frame’s
gross weight, including the weight of any installed accessories.
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Two M16 hoist bolts, screwed into threaded holes in the base beam.
It is possible to lift only from the crosshead, using one crane and two lifting slings, but it
is not recommended.
Before you begin
Warning
Do not remove any of the bolts and brackets that attach the frame to the shipping
skid before the crane has been attached and taken the weight of the frame.
A bracket connected to the crosshead serves to support the weight of the frame during
shipping. If this is removed while the frame is horizontal, the top of the frame can drop
onto the skid, causing damage.
The ceiling height required to bring the frame to an upright position is greater than the
height of the frame. Refer to
Table 16 on page 62 for the minimum ceiling height
required for each frame configuration. These values assume that the frame is not
attached to the shipping skid.
Warning
While following any lifting, moving or installation procedure, NEVER REMOVE any bolt
or fastener that has this label adjacent to it:
Before lifting the load frame ensure that:
Table 16. Minimum required ceiling height in mm (in)
Base configuration Frame height Without stabilizers With stabilizers
Short base Standard 2345 (92.3) 2475 (97.4)
Tall base Standard 2638 (103.8) 2759 (108.6)