MTS Series 322 Load Frames - Manual (Page 40)

Series 322 Load Unit 40
Unpack and Move the Platen
Installation
Unpack and Move the Platen
Note You can move the platen and crosshead assembly with a forklift as long
as they’re attached to their pallets.
The load unit is extremely heavy.
The weight of the load unit can seriously hurt you and damage your load
unit.
Do not allow the load unit to drop or topple. Observe the following precautions:
• Ensure that your chains, slings, and crane have a working capacity greater
than the load unit’s weight.
• Ensure that the lifting eyebolts are tight.
• Ensure that the crosshead locking bolts are fully tightened.
• Lift the load unit only high enough to clear its pallet.
• Operate the crane smoothly to prevent sudden shocks to the sling.
1. Remove the pallet’s plywood sheeting if used.
2. Tighten the platen’s four lifting eyes.
3. Remove the lumber and cut the straps that tie the pallet to the platen.