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Transport and storage
5.1
Transport
For your own safety, please read and observe the following notes:
NOTE
Damage to the device due to improper transport.
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The device must be packaged for transport with protection against shock and
damp.
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Recommendation: Use the original packaging as it provides the best protection.
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Transport should be performed by trained specialist staff only.
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The utmost care and attention is required at all times during unloading and
transportation on company premises.
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Note the symbols on the packaging.
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Do not remove packaging until immediately before you start mounting.
5.2
Transport inspection
Immediately upon receipt in Goods-in, check the delivery for completeness and for any
damage that may have occurred in transit. In the case of transit damage that is visible
externally, proceed as follows:
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Do not accept the delivery or only do so conditionally.
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Note the scope of damage on the transport documents or on the transport compa‐
ny's delivery note.
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File a complaint.
NOTE
Complaints regarding defects should be filed as soon as these are detected. Damage
claims are only valid before the applicable complaint deadlines.
5.3
Storage
Store the device under the following conditions:
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Recommendation: Use the original packaging.
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Do not store outdoors.
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Store in a dry area that is protected from dust.
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So that any residual damp can evaporate, do not package in airtight containers.
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Do not expose to any aggressive substances.
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Protect from sunlight.
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Avoid mechanical shocks.
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For storage periods of longer than 3 months, check the general condition of all
components and packaging on a regular basis.
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TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
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O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | TMS/TMM88, TMS/TMM55
8019053/1EF6/2021-12-13 | SICK
Subject to change without notice
