Instruction Manual
© GE Grid Solutions
6) Remove the VT from the packing and
lift it following the next steps:
Use two slings, one at the neck of
the insulator and other at the hole
for lifting
Remove the VT keeping it in
horizontal position.
Gradually put the VT in vertical
position by lifting the sling
positioned in the neck of the
insulator. Always keep the sling in
vertical position. Handle with care
in order do not damage the top
cover.
After confirming that the VT is in
vertical position and supported in
the ground, change the lift system
by four slings positioned at the four
lifting holes located in the bottom
tank. Also use the 1,5m sling to
connect the other ones near the
area of the neck of the insulator to
guarantee that the VT will not move
horizontally when lifting.
VT handled with its package:
To lift the packaged transformer with
crane or munck follow the marks on the
wood crate, once it indicates the right
position for the slings (nylon belts
reinforced) and avoid blows and
vibrations. Handle with care