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Take care when setting down the machine
CAUTION
Incorrect setting down can damage the machine.
Machine components, particularly the chassis, can be damaged by incorrectly setting down.
➤ Set the machine down carefully.
➤ Do not set down unevenly.
➤ Set the machine down slowly and carefully.
12.2.4 Option sc
Transporting with a forklift truck
Precondition The machine is shut down.
All connecting lines and hoses disconnected and removed.
CAUTION
Damage to the machine by incorrect lifting with a fork truck.
The machine may fall or be damaged by the forks.
➤ Do not use a fork truck to lift towable machines.
➤ Only stationary machines with skids may be lifted with a fork truck.
➤ Pick up the machine only from the side with the forks through the lifting lugs.
Fig. 94 Transporting using a forklift truck
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Skids
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Lifting lugs
1. Close and lock the access doors or canopy.
2. Position the fork truck to the side of the machine with the forks lined up with the lifting lugs.
3. Drive the forks fully through the lifting lugs as far as possible.
The forks are fully under the machine.
4. Lift the machine carefully.
12.2.5 Transporting as a load
The medium of transport determines the type of packing and securing.
Packing and securing methods must be such that, assuming proper handling, the load arrives in
perfect condition at the destination.
Consult KAESER Service for advice concerning sea or air transport.
12 Decommissioning, Storage and Transport
12.2 Transport
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Service Manual Screw Compressor
M170 SIGMA CONTROL MOBIL
No.: 9_9425 01 E
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