6 Installation
6 Installation
6.1 Safety
6.1.1 Safety instructions for installation
WARNING
Improper installation
Serious injury or death!
4Assembly or disassembly is only permitted when the system is de-energised and depressurised.
4Ensure that the permissible load capacity of the carrier device (crane, construction site vehicle, etc.) is
at least as great as the dead weight and the permissible load capacity of the lifting device combined.
4Ensure that the lifting gear is in perfect condition.
4Only attach the lifting device using the suspension eye.
6.1.2 Protective equipment
The following protective equipment is required for handling:
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Safety shoes, safety class S1 or better
6.2 Checks before commissioning
1. Check all screw connections for tightness.
2. Check the vacuum system for leaks
3. Check all functions of the lifting device:
Suction load
Release load
4. Perform several lifting tests with a load.
Lifting tests : Installation is complete when the following conditions are met:
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The load to be lifted has sufficient inherent stability so that it is not damaged during
gripping and handling.
The tests required in Europe in accordance with DIN EN 13155 prior to commissioning are covered by a
type examination.
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(> see Section 9.4 Checking the lifting device for leaks, p.45
).