Transport, Packaging and Storage
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Carefully read the Operating Instructions before starting any work!
This is especially valid for the chapter on General Safety Instructions
and the safety instructions in each of the chapters.
Off-Centre Point of Gravity
WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling or tipping packages!
Packages can have a centre of gravity that is off-centre. If the lifting equipment is not hoo
ked up properly, these packages could tip over and fall causing serious injuries.
For this reason:
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Observe the information and markings on the package concerning centre of gravity.
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When transporting with a crane, the hook must be placed so that it is directly above the
package's centre of gravity.
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Carefully raise the package and observe its movement. If necessary, change the position
of the lifting equipment.
Swingout of Packages being Transported
WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by packages swing out during transportation!
When transporting the packages with a crane, the packages can swing out and cause
serious injuries and significant property damage.
For this reason:
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Ensure that during the transport of packages, no persons, objects or obstacles are in the
swivel range of the packages being transported.
Unauthorised Transport
IMPORTANT!
Risk of property damage if packages are transported by untrained personnel!
Unauthorised transport by untrained personnel can cause packages to fall or tip over. This
could cause considerable property damage.
For this reason:
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Unloading of packages during delivery and their in-house transport are only to be per
formed by trained personnel under the supervision of the manufacturer's employees.
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Refrain from any unauthorised transportation or removal of the transportation aids.
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No unauthorised removal of packaging permitted.
Improper Transport
IMPORTANT!
Risk of property damage caused by improper transport!
Improper transport can cause packages to fall or tip over. This could cause considerable
property damage.
For this reason:
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Carefully handle the packages when unloading during delivery and when transporting
them within the company. Observe the symbols and instructions on the packages.
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Only use the prescribed lifting points.
