6 Transportation, storage
6.1 Dangers during transportation
6 Transportation, storage
6.1 Dangers during transportation
The following safety instructions must be observed:
o Have all work only carried out by authorized transport personnel.
o Use intact and correctly dimensioned hoisting equipment.
o Ensure that the means of transport is in a flawless state.
o Ensure that the centre of gravity of the load is taken into consideration.
o Do not stand under raised loads.
6.2 Dangers during storage
The following safety instructions must be observed:
o Observe the storage conditions.
6.3 Unpacking and checking the state of delivery
1. Upon delivery unpack the flowmeter and check it for damage during transportation.
2. Report damage during transportation immediately to the manufacturer.
3. Store the supplied sensors for the installation.
4. Dispose of packaging material in accordance with the locally applicable regulations.
6.4 Transporting flowmeters
WARNING
Risk of injury and damage to equipment through falling and toppling parts.
► Use intact and correctly dimensioned hoisting equipment in accordance with the total weight to be
transported.
► Select the lift points for the hoisting equipment in accordance with the centre of gravity and the
weight distribution.
► Use at least two load ropes.
► Do not stand under raised loads.
ATTENTION
Damage to equipment through improper transportation.
► Protect the flowmeter against damage, heat, sunlight, dust and moisture.
Requirement:
ü Sufficiently dimensioned hoisting equipment
ü The used hoisting equipment corresponding to the local rules and regulations for the prevention of
accidents
Operating instructions
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