MLS MMLS3, Operator'S Manual

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MLS Test Systems Pty Ltd
Revised: April 2013
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1.2 Unpacking
The machine comes strapped to a wooden pallet inside a
wooden crate and can be handled by either a forklift or a crane.
Once removed from the pallet the machine should not be
handled by a forklift, which will damage its underside. Off the
pallet the machine can be moved around on its own transport
wheels, or handled by crane. The crane should be attached to
the single shackle on top of the frame. The 300mm rubber
trafficking wheels cannot support the weight of the machine.
Care must be taken not to overload them.
The control unit, calibration unit, the two links for the lateral
displacement system, some other small parts and tools and the
manuals are packed in a separate smaller crate.
1.2.1 Open the large crate by undoing all the screws on the top and
remove the top plywood sheet. Also remove at least one of the
side panels. Remove the straps and, using a crane, lift the
machine from the pallet by the single shackle on top. Take care
not to bump the small bracket on the gearbox at the end of the
machine. Lower it to about 300mm from the floor, but do not
put the machine down.
1.1.2 Remove the jockey wheel from the pallet and mount it while the
machine is still hanging from the crane and then lower it to
stand on its wheels.
To mount the jockey wheel push the two 25mm holes
horizontally over the two studs at the end of the machine (see
Fig1), then slide it slightly upwards and engage the pin
The machine can now be wheeled around.
1.1.3
Remove the base plates and “skate boards” from the pallet.
These are used for the lateral displacement of the machine when
in operation. The “skate boards” are the two channel sections,
each with four wheels and two self-aligning bearings.