De---commissioning, Storage and Transport
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12.3 Storage
Pre---condition: The machine must be adequately packed.
Moisture and frost
Machine damage possible.
Store the machine in a dry, frost---free room.
Prevent ingress of moisture and condensation.
Advice can be obtained from KAESER on suitable storage and initial
start---up.
Moisture can lead to corrosion, particularly on the surfaces of the airend and oil separator
tank.
Frozen moisture can damage components, diaphragms, valves and gaskets.
12.4 Transporting
12.4.1 Safety
Transport only by fork truck or lifting cradle and with personnel trained in the safe use of
the transport equipment.
The water cooling system of water---cooled machines must be drained
completely if there is danger of frost.
Take weight and centre of gravity into consideration. The centre of gravity is shown in
the drawing in chapter 13.1.3.
Make sure the danger zone is clear of personnel during transporting.
12.4.2 Fork truck
Pre---condition: The fork truck complies with local safety regulations.
The whole machine is over the forks.
The diagram shows how the machine should be lifted by a fork truck.
Fig. 37 Transport by fork truck
CAUTION