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E
TRANSPORT, HANDLING AND STORAGE
E1
Introduction
Transport (i.e. transfer of the machine from one place
to another) and handling (i.e. transfer inside work-
places) must occur with the use of special and ade-
quate means.
The machine must only be transported, handled and
stored by qualified personnel, who must:
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have specific technical training and experience;
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have knowledge of the safety regulations and appli-
cable laws in the relevant sector;
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have knowledge of the general safety rules;
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be able to recognise and avoid any possible hazard.
E1.1
Transport: Instructions for the carrier
E2
Handling
Arrange a suitable area with flat floor for machine
unloading and storage operations.
E2.1
Procedures for handling operations
For correct and safe lifting operations:
•
use the type of equipment most suitable for charac-
teristics and capacity (e.g. electric pallet truck or lift
truck);
•
cover sharp edges;
•
check the forks and lifting procedures according to
the instructions given on the packing.
Before lifting:
•
send all operators to a safe position and prevent
persons from entering the handling area;
•
make sure the load is stable;
•
make sure no material can fall during lifting, and
manoeuvre vertically in order to avoid impacts;
•
handle the machine, keeping it at minimum height
from the ground.
E2.2
Shifting
The operator must:
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have a general view of the path to be followed;
•
stop the manoeuvre in case of hazardous situa-
tions.
E2.3
Placing the load
Before placing the load, make sure the way is free and
that the floor is flat and can take the load.
E3
Storage
The machine and/or its parts must be stored and pro-
tected against damp, in a non-aggressive place free of
vibrations and with ambient temperature between -
10°C / 14°F and 50°C / 122°F.
The place where the machine is stored must have a
flat support surface in order to avoid any twisting of the
machine or damage to the support feet.
ATTENTION!
Do not stand under sus-
pended loads during loading/
unloading operations. Unau-
thorized personnel must not
enter the work area.
ATTENTION!
The machine's weight alone is
not sufficient to keep it
steady.
The transported load can
shift:
- when braking;
- when accelerating;
- in corners;
- on rough roads.
ATTENTION!
For machine lifting and
anchoring, do not use mov-
able or weak parts such as:
casings, electrical raceways,
pneumatic parts, etc.
ATTENTION!
Machine positioning, installa-
tion and disassembly must be
carried out by a specialized
technician.
ATTENTION!
Do not make modifications to the parts
supplied with the machine. Any miss-
ing or faulty parts must be replaced
with original parts.
