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2. HANDLING AND STORAGE
2.1 Handling the packed machine
THE LIFTING EQUIPMENT MUST WITHSTAND A MINIMUM RATED LOAD EQUAL TO THE
WEIGHT OF THE PACKED MACHINE (SEE CHAPTER 9 – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS).
DO NOT ALLOW THE LIFTED MACHINE TO SWING.
The machine is shipped in a wooden crate fitted to a pallet.
The packed machine must be handled using adequate lifting equipment (forklift truck) (Fig. 5).
2.2 Storage
Machines must be stored completely packed in a dry, ventilated area (allowed temperature between –25°C and
+55°C). Packed machines must be positioned upright with no other packages must be placed on them. Written
indications on machine packages must be clearly visible.
2.3 Unpacking
WHEN UNPACKING THE MACHINE, ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES TO PREVENT SCRATCHES AND
CUTS CAUSED BY CONTACT WITH PACKING MATERIAL (NAILS, ETC...).
After uncrating the machine, visually inspect the machine and its components to make sure they are in good
condition.
If in doubt, do not start up the machine and seek expert advice.
Collect the packing material (plastic bags, polystyrene, nails, screws, wood, etc.) in a suitable area and dispose of
it according to applicable waste disposal regulations. Keep the pallet, it may come handy in the event you need to
relocate the machine at a later time.
2.4 Handling the unpacked machine
Handle the unpacked machine as follows (Fig. 6):
a) Close chucking table jaws.
b) Turn the chucking table until its straight sides are aligned with machine sides.
c) Disconnect all supplies to the machine.
d) Bring arm 2 to end of stroke (central position).
e) Remove horizontal arm guard by loosening the fixing screws.
f) Lift the machine using belts of 60 mm minimum width.
g) Pass the first belt behind the horizontal arm.
h) Pass the second belt between the two front openings of the self-centering table 3.
i) Pass the third belt between the two rear openings of the self-centering table 3.
l) Clamp the belt edges over the self-centering table 3 by means of a belt ring.
m) Lift and handle the machine as required.
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