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TRANSPORT AND POSITIONING
4.1
Transport
Delivery
The compressor is screwed onto a transport pallet
and packaged with a film cover.
The centre of gravity and lifting points are marked
on the packaging.
Receipt of goods
Upon receipt of goods check for transport dam-
age.
1. Check the delivery for visible damage.
2. Check the completeness of the delivery using
the delivery note.
3. Immediately inform the shipper, Gardner Den-
ver and insurance of any missing parts or dam-
age.
Weight
Dependent on type, the compressor weighs up to
2,800kg (gross). The weight is stated on the name
plate and is visible from the outside.
Transport
DANGER
Risk of fatal injury
Risk of fatal injury due to toppling or
falling parts
➯
A suitable forklift with forks of ade-
quate length must be used to trans-
port the compressor.
➯
Only insert the forks at the intended
lifting points.
➯
The compressor must not be trans-
ported using a crane, even when
still in its packaging.
➯
No person may remain in the dan-
ger area during transport. In partic-
ular, do not encroach into the area
under the raised compressor or
place your feet beneath it.
Transporting the compressor
Fig. 4-1: Lifting points
2
1
[1]
Wire pin
[2]
Hinge pin
1. Remove the screws from the transport pallet.
2. Pull wire pin
3. Remove doors
4. Lift the compressor from the transport pallet.
5. Transport the compressor to the destination
point.
6. Align the compressor and set down.
Weights
The following values are approximate. They apply
to the screw compressor unit, including oil charge:
