MTS Series 322 Load Frames - Manual (Page 39)

Inspect for Shipping Damage
Series 322 Load Unit Installation 39
Installation
Load Unit installation consists of these four major tasks —
• Inspect for Shipping Damage
• Unpack and Move the Platen
• Install the Crosshead Assembly
• Make Connections, Bleed Lifts, Tighten Columns
Special equipment needed —
• An overhead crane and lifting slings or chains capable of lifting the load unit
• Torque wrenches: 322.21 – 700 lbf·ft (950 N·m) capacity
322.31 – 1400 lbf·ft (1900 N·m) capacity
322.41 – 1400 lbf·ft (1900 N·m) capacity
• Molykote G-n paste
Inspect for Shipping Damage
Look for the following:
• Scratches in the load unit or lift cylinder 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.
Load Unit Standard Dimension Platen Weight
322.21 28 X 40 in 711 X 1016 mm 3000 lb 1370 kg
322.31 34 X 40 in 864 X 1016 mm 4500 lb 2050 kg
322.41 42 X 60 in 1067 X 1524 mm 8500 lb 3870 kg