12.2.2 Transporting the machine by crane
The crane lifting eye is rated for the permissible total mass of the machine.
The crane lifting eye is identified by a mandatory sign, upon which a crane hook is depicted. Only a
crane hook should be inserted through the lifting eye in preparation for suspended transport.
Death or serious injury can be caused by the machine falling or swinging!
➤ Use a suitable crane and hoist that correspond to the permissible total mass of the ma‐
chine.
➤ Only lift the machine in a position that conforms with its basic structural shape.
➤ Avoid swinging.
Additional precautions for conditions of snow and ice:
Significant snow or ice build-up can occur on the machine when operating in winter conditions.
This may adversely effect the machine's centre of gravity (tilting).
The permissible load of both the crane and machine hoists could be exceeded.
➤ Carry out the following preliminary tasks in conditions snow and ice:
■ Remove any snow and/or ice from the machine before lifting by crane.
■ Ensure that the lifting eye cover plate is freely accessible and can be opened.
Carry out the following preliminary tasks before lifting the machine by crane:
A lifting eye is provided for transportation by crane. The lifting eye is located beneath a lift-up cover
plate in the centre of the enclosure.
Precondition The machine is switched off.
The machine is securely parked.
Fig. 69 Lifting eye for transportation by crane
1
Central section of enclosure
2
Opening in central section of enclosure
3
Crane lifting eye
4
Mandatory
Crane lifting point sign
1. Open the lifting eye cover plate.
2. Position the crane hook vertically above the lifting eye.
3. Insert the crane hook into the lifting eye.
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12.2 Transportation
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Operator Manual Portable Rotary Screw Compressor
MOBILAIR M55 PE SIGMA CONTROL SMART pV
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