IOM/RKB/ OCT 19/00 Page 4 of 56 Issue date :23/10/2019
Revision: 00
2.6
Transport Handling and Storage Instructions:
2.6.1
Transport.
Pumps are dispatched in duly assembled condition. Lubricating oil in the bearing
housing is drained prior to dispatch of pump. Pumps are protected against
corrosion and packed for transport by normal road, rail and sea carriers.
2.6.2
Handling
Crushing Hazard.
When lifting the pump or pump set, use lifting equipment having a safe working
load rating suitable for the weight specified. Use suitable slings for lifting any
pump not provided with lifting points.
The use of suitable fork lift truck and four chain crane sling equipment is
recommended but locally approved equipment rating may be used.
Pump should be slung as shown.
Pump set must be lifted from the lifting holes provided using
suitable four chain lifting equipment.