MTS Criterion Series 40 - Manual (Page 33)

Moving C41 Single-Column Frames
MTS Criterion
®
Series 40 Site Preparation Guide
Lift and Move Instructions 33
Procedure
To unpack and position the load frame:
1. Move the load frame, still in the shipping material, to its final location
within your building. Use a forklift to transport the container from the
shipping dock to the final location. Unpack the load frame after it has been
moved to its final location.
2. Remove the shipping material, leaving the load frame fastened to the
shipping skid.
3. Remove the shrink wrap vapor barrier encasing the load frame.
4. Cut the strapping that secures the load frame to the shipping skid.
5. Remove the fixed wood blocks around the machine.
6. Use the packing list to inventory all the items. Accessories may be in the
container with the load frame or may be packaged separately.Do not open
any of the packing boxes. The packing list will indicate the total number of
boxes that are included in the shipment. Count the number of boxes you
received to make sure you have the correct number of boxes. Do not open
these boxes until the MTS service representative arrives to install your
testing system. This ensures that no parts are lost prior to installation.
7. Use the crane position the frame into its operating location,Attach two
lifting straps to frame base and secure them to the crane hook.Slowly and
carefully lift the frame off the floor and place the load frame carefully into
position.Then remove the lifting straps from the base.
8. Retain all packing materials until the system is satisfactorily installed and all
parts, assemblies, and accessories have been located.
When the frame is in its operating location, you can proceed with the installation
process.
Crane Hook
Lifting Straps
Load Frame
Do not exceed 30 °
Lifting C41 model with a Crane