MTS Criterion 40 - Lifting and Moving Instructions - Manual (Page 20)

Moving C45 Frames
MTS Criterion
®
Series 40 Lifting and Moving Instructions
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Moving C45 Frames
The C45 frame has been shipped in a horizontal position, so it must be moved
into an upright, standing position before placing it in its operating location. The
package cannot be uprighted directly. You need to unpack the package, and then
move the frame into an upright, standing position .
The MTS Criterion frames are heavy.
Moving the frame using improper procedures can injure personnel (for
example, strained muscles and back injuries) or damage the frame.
When lifting the frame, take the appropriate precautions to prevent injuries
to yourself. Moving and positioning the MTS Criterion frame must be
performed by personnel trained in moving large equipment.
Using a crane
If you elect to use a crane to move the load frame, MTS recommends using
professional riggers experienced in moving heavy equipment.
Before you begin
Before moving the load frame, ensure that:
• The load frame is not bolted to the shipping skid.
• There are no loose accessories on the shipping skid.
• There is adequate ceiling clearance to allow the load frame to be lifted into a
vertical position, including clearance for the crane.
• Your equipment operators have the appropriate licenses and have complied
with your local safety standards (for example, the appropriate training
required by OSHA in the U.S.).
Equipment
The following items are required by the customer:
• A crane with a load rating that is double the load frame’s gross weight (for
frame weights, see
“Load Frame Dimensions and Weights” on page 7)
• Two hoist rings:
– Two M24 hoist rings for the C45.504/C45.504W/ C45.105 load frame
– Two M30 hoist rings for the C45.305 load frame
– Two M42 hoist rings for the C45.605 load frame
• Two lifting slings, each with a load rating that is double the load frame’s
gross weight
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