3 Transport/Storage/Disposal
12 of 126
Amacan K
1579.807/07-EN
3 Transport/Storage/Disposal
3.1 Checking the condition upon delivery
1. On transfer of goods, check each packaging unit for damage.
2. In the event of in-transit damage, assess the exact damage, document it and
notify KSB or the supplying dealer and the insurer about the damage in writing
immediately.
3.2 Transport
DANGER
Improper transport
Danger to life from falling parts!
Damage to the pump set!
▷
Use the attachment point provided for attaching the lifting accessory.
▷
Never lift the pump set by the electric cables.
▷
Use the lifting chain/rope included in the scope of supply exclusively for
lowering or lifting the pump set into/out of the pump sump.
▷
Securely attach the lifting chain/rope to the pump and crane.
▷
Use tested, marked and approved lifting accessories only.
▷
Observe the regional transport regulations.
▷
Observe the documentation of the lifting accessory manufacturer.
▷
The load-carrying capacity of the lifting accessory must be higher than the
weight indicated on the name plate of the pump set to be lifted. Take into
account any additional system components to be lifted.
3.2.1 Transporting the delivered pump to the place of installation
Fig. 1:
Transport to the place of installation
▪
The pump set is supplied in a horizontal position on a suitable transport support.
▪
Use suitable lifting equipment to transport the pump set in its original packaging
to its place of installation.
Observe the marked centres of gravity and/or attachment points on the transport
boxes!
For the weight refer to the name plate or data sheet. (
3.2.2 Placing the pump set in a vertical or horizontal position
WARNING
Pump set tilting
Risk of squashing hands and feet!
▷
Suspend or support the pump set.
