Chapter: Lifting and Handling
3-8 M10-16248-EN
3. Slowly and carefully lift the frame off the floor.
4. Remove the shipping skid, if it has not already been removed.
5. Move the frame to its operating location.
6. Four leveling feet are supplied for the load frame. Thread one leveling foot into each
corner of the base before placing the frame in its testing location.
7. Place the load frame carefully into position.
8. Remove the padded forks from under the frame’s crosshead.
When the frame is in the testing location, you can proceed with the installation process.
Crane Method
Instron recommends using professional riggers experienced in moving heavy equipment.
To transport the load frame using the crane method:
1. Attach the two lifting slings to the crosshead and secure them to the crane hook as
shown in Figure 3-3 on page 3-9. If you use chains in lieu of lifting slings, wrap
protective material around the crosshead to protect the crosshead from scratching and
marring.
2. Slowly and carefully lift the frame off the floor.
3. Remove the shipping skid, if it has not already been removed.
4. Move the frame to the operating location.
5. Four leveling feet are supplied for the load frame. Thread one leveling foot into each
corner of the base before placing the frame into its testing location.
Crush hazard - Ensure that all persons in the immediate area are standing away
from the frame during lifting.
Do not lift the frame more than 8 cm (3 in) off the floor.
Crush hazard - Ensure that all persons in the immediate area are standing away
from the frame during lifting.
Do not lift the frame more than 8 cm (3 in) off the floor.
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