SPX APV ParaFlow, Instruction Manual

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5. Handling
5.1 Lifting
If the plate heat exchanger is packed and
transported lying flat on the head, great care
must be taken during raising it, to avoid
sliding and impact of bending forces to the
equipment base or feet.
APV Plate Heat Exchangers are provided
with lifting lugs or holes for safe lifting and
transportation of the unpacked equipment.
When lifting an assembled heat exchanger
frame, ensure that the lifting point is above
the centre of gravity of the equipment.
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! The lifting equipment must be in good
condition and should always be used in full
compliance with the specifications and
limitations given for the equipment.
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! Always maintain the minimum angle
between the lifting wires in order not to
exceed the allowable wire tension. The angle
should not exceed 120
°
at any time
If the ceiling height does not allow for safe
lifting angle, dollies or creepers can be used
for moving the equipment.
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! Always observe proper procedures for
lifting and/or moving equipment and qualified
personnel for the lifting and moving.
Personnel must follow safe rigging practices.
Indiscriminate use of fork lift trucks may
damage the PHE in critical areas.
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! Warning: Lifting from the follower shown
above is not acceptable for some models and
plate damage may result. Check for warning signs
on the follower supplied. Use alternative lifting
eyes for example as shown below in those cases
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!
See warning
concerning lifting
from follower