Ranger Products R715, Installation And Operation Manual

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SECTION 6
LIFTING/ UNCRATING
1. The R-745 is shipped on a pallet, Approximate
shipping dimensions. (See Fig 6.1)
CAUTION!
Handling of the machine must be performed only with
an appropriate lifting device such as a forklift or pallet
jack. Only personnel who are experienced and
qualified on material handling procedures should
handle any transportation or moving of machine .
CAUTION!
Be careful when cutting steel banding material as items
may become loose and fall causing personal harm or
injury. Always wear gloves when uncrating the machine to
prevent scratches, abrasions, or cuts due to the contact
with packing materials. Eye protection is essential during
uncrating service activity. Safety glasses with side shields,
goggles, or face shields are acceptable.
Remember to report any shipping damage to the carrier
and make a notation on the delivery receipt.
Uncrating Instructions
1. Carefully cut the plastic wrapping and remove.
2. Carefully cut open the top of the cardboard box. Either
lift off box or cut side panel and remove. (See Fig 6.3)
3. Using a crow bar or pry bar, locate the staple/nail
locations and pry apart the wooden crating. Note: the entire
wooden frame can be lifted off after prying the staples /nails
at the base of the crate. (See Fig 6.4)
CAUTION!
Secure the Tower with shop crane or personnel prior to
cutting metal strapping as Tower may have shifted during
shipping. Be careful as banding may snap or fly when
tension is released.
4. Either cut or unscrew the metal strapping holding the
Tower to the pallet and set aside. (See Fig 6.5)
Fig. 6.1
Fig. 6.2
Fig. 6.3
Fig. 6.4
Fig. 6.5