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4.2.1 Moving the packages
• Prepare a suitable, delimited area with a level oor or surface for unloading the packages.
• Prepare the equipment required to handle the package. The lifting and handling equipment (e.g.
crane or lift truck) must be of adequate capacity for the weight and size of the load, taking into
account its attachment points and centre of gravity. If required, this information is indicated on the
package itself. Harness heavy packages with chains, belts and steel ropes after checking that
they are suitable for the weight of the load, which is always indicated.
• When handling the load keep it level to avoid tipping and instability.
4.2.2 Moving the equipment
All the following operations must be carried out with care and caution and without sudden
movements.
When lifting, use accessories such as eyebolts, screw clamps, snap hooks, straps, ropes
and hooks etc. which are certied and adequate for the load in question.
The weight of the product to be lifted is given in the Sales Catalogue.
The following pages illustrate in detail the different attachment methods for the various product
series, sizes and congurations described in this Manual.
The most suitable solution for lifting and handling the product in safety is indicated for each.
Type of lifting Manual With mechanical equipment
Symbol M A B
Approximate
weight
≤ 15 Kg > 15 Kg
Instruction —
Recommended method for
positioning
Recommended method for handling
and positioning
Warning — The load may be unstable The load may sway or oscillate
Solution —
Slide the lifting ring to align it with the
load’s centre of gravity as shown in
the diagrams below
Lock the ropes below the ring with a
cable clamp or similar device so as
to prevent them sliding, and lift the
load
Observe all precautions regarding
the handling of loads
Stabilise the moving load by hand
Observe all precautions regarding
the handling of loads
The load must not be allowed to sway by more than 15° in any direction when being lifted.
If swaying exceeds this amount, stop and repeat the lifting operation as instructed.