Removing Machine From Pallet
You will need a forklift with a minimum of 6’ forks to remove the AutoMate CNC Mill from the
pallet. If you do not own one, you can rent one from a local equipment rental shop. We highly
recommend a forklift over any other method of transporting this machine, accidents will be less
likely to occur due to the machine and crate not being 100% stabilized. A tipped or dropped
machine will result in significant damage to the machine and any individual located in its
vicinity. There are four bolts securing the machine to the pallet, use an adjustable wrench to
remove nuts located on the machine. Once
have
been removed, the attached bolts will likely
fall through. If the bolts do not fall through, just tap the screws through the casting and pallet.
Remove the sheet metal cover from the lower front of the machine. It is attached with several
Allen head cap screws. This will allow access to the bolts holding the machine to the “C”
channel.
the nuts
The machine can be picked up from either the front or back. Shop floor layout will determine
which method is best for your situation. Molded into the base castings are slots for forklift
forks. Insert forks into base as far as they will go without hitting the electrical box or chip guard
enclosure. Lift the machine only high enough to slide pallet out from underneath. As always,
be cautious and try to keep sudden movements to a minimum. Once the pallet is removed,
gently lower the machine until it is a few inches off the ground. Locate the leveling screws and
pads that were shipped with the machine.
