Lukas traversing system - Manual (Page 12)

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6. Operation
6.1 Setting up the LUKAS traversing system
CAUTION / ATTENTION!
Prior to setting up the individual components of the LUKAS traversing system,
the load to be lifted must be secured against slipping as prescribed in the
respective applicable guidelines and regulations. The relevant rerailing concepts
of the vehicle manufacturer must be observed.
6.1.1 General
The LUKAS traversing system consists of several individual components. Appropriate
combination of the individual components can be used to set up various different total
systems. With some of these overall systems, not all the individual components are required,
and on others you will need several of the individual components.
In addition to the individual components of the LUKAS traversing system, suitable hydraulic
cylinders will be required for lifting the load and at least one suitable hydraulic power pack or
a suitable hand pump will be needed to provide the pressure.
6.1.2 Basic work required for setting up the traversing system
Before setting up the traversing system, check the individual components for visible damage.
NOTE:
Select the more favourable load grip point in order to guarantee maximum
safety!
You must always take into account the following when setting up the components of the
traversing system:
- Please ensure that the load is applied centrally to the piston rod or rolling carriage plate.
Position the cylinder/rolling carriage underneath the centre of gravity of the load, such
that the load cannot tip over during lifting and endanger the operating staff or the
equipment being used. The load should always act centrally on the piston surface or the
surface of the rolling carriage plate. Avoid lateral forces acting on the cylinder!
Frequently it is not possible to apply the load on the full cylinder surface. LUKAS also
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