3 Transport, packing, unpacking, storage
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3 Transport, packing, unpacking,
storage
3.1 Warnings
Product lifting and handling operations can create hazardous situations for the personnel
involved. Therefore, it is advisable to follow the instructions supplied by the manufacturer and
to use the appropriate equipment.
The installation and assembly operations must always be carried out by specialised
technicians only.
All the lifting and handling operations of the product and its parts must be performed with
extreme care, avoiding impacts that could compromise its operation or damage any coated
parts.
3.2 Dimensions and weights
Weight of the packed product: this is reported on the packing.
Linear dimensions of the packed product: these are reported in the documents accompanying
the product.
3.3 Transport and packing conditions
The product is shipped protected by a VCI plastic wrapping and expanded foam, and packed in a
wooden case or in a special cardboard box.
The following figure illustrates methods that can be used to lift the case using cables and a forklift.
In the case of a forklift, make sure that the centre of gravity of the case is between the forks when
lifting.
The user is responsible for selecting the lifting equipment (cables, straps or chains,
etc.) regarded as most suitable in terms of operation and capacity with respect to the
weight of the load indicated on the packing and on the product label.