MTS Series 311 Load Frame - Manual (Page 35)

Unpacking the Load Frame
Series 311 Load Frame Installation 35
2. Inspect the load frame for shipping damage.
Look for the following:
• Scratches in the load frame or columns
• Damaged electrical connections
• Damaged hydraulic connections
• Dents and other structural damage
• Torn, kinked, or breaking hoses
Report any damage found to both the carrier and MTS. In the U.S. and
Canada, call the MTS HELPLine at 1-800-328-2255. Elsewhere, contact
your local MTS office.
3. Clamp the crosshead.
Normally, the crosshead is locked in place for shipping purposes. Ensure the
crosshead is clamped in place; check that the shipping collars are on
diagonally opposite columns directly above and below the crosshead. Refer
to the following table for the torque specifications.
4. Tip the load frame upright.
A. Attach the chains to the lifting eyebolts. Move the crane/forklift to keep
the chains as straight as possible. When attaching both eye bolts to the
same point, do not exceed a 30° chain angle as shown in the following
figure. Exceeding a 30° chain angle causes undesired stress or strain on
the eye bolts or hoist rings.
Shipping Collar Torque Specifications
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* Contact MTS Systems Corporation for torque specifications for the
Model 311.61 and Model 311.71 Load Frames.
Model Shipping Collar Torque
311.11 75 N•m (55 lbf•ft)
311.21 110 N•m (80 lbf•ft)
311.31 150 N•m (110 lbf•ft)
311.41 270 N•m (200 lbf•ft)
311.51 920 N•m (680 lbf•ft)