HANDLING THE GEARBOX WITHOUT PACKING
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Dana Incorporated
IMM-0007EN Pump Drives BZ
4.4 HANDLING THE GEARBOX WITHOUT PACKING
Transport
Always make sure the transported product is balanced, securing it firmly to the means of transport by means of slings, ropes
and/or hooks complying with the current standards. During transport, avoid dangerous swaying of the load which could become
unbalanced and fall.
Do not place anything on top of the gearbox during transport, as some parts could get permanently damaged.
IMPORTANT:
The weight of gearboxes to be handled may be given on Dimensional Drawing SI referred to in the Conformity Declara-
tion Certificate.
CAUTION
Lifting, transport and handling operations must only be carried out by the maintenance technician and trained personnel (sling-
ers, crane operators, etc.) coordinated by a qualified person on the ground, able to give the necessary signals.
CAUTION
Make sure the lifting device to be used for transport and handling is adequate for the total weight of the gearbox, given on
Dimensional Drawing SI referred to in the Conformity Declaration Certificate.
Any other system used for lifting, transport and handling of the gearbox, not included among those recommended by the man-
ufacturer, invalidates the insurance guarantee for damage to the gearbox and/or optional units linked to it.
If the size of the gearbox obstructs the operator's view during lifting, transport and handling operations, use two operators on
the ground who check for possible hazards or hindrances. Also make sure there are no unauthorised personnel in the transport
area and that any accessories connected to the gearbox do not hinder movements or make transport manoeuvres dangerous.
Fig. 4
CAUTION
The gearboxes are components that are not perfectly balanced and must be lifted with suitable devices.
Before removing the gearbox from its packing, secure it with the lifting accessories so that it cannot slip or tip over. Before
handling the gearbox, remove the wooden chocks placed in the packing to ensure its stability during shipping.
- Proceed with caution during handling, avoiding sudden movements and violent impacts.
- Lift the gearbox, being careful not to unbalance the load during manoeuvres. In this phase, two operators must guide the
gearbox at the sides during lifting, to avoid sudden movements or swaying which could create extremely dangerous situations.
- In case of excessive swaying, it is advisable to stop and repeat the gearbox lifting operations.
- After lifting the gearbox, take it to the place intended for positioning.
