Specifications

July 08 XYZ Machine Tools Issue 01

XYZ 560 Mini Mill and 710 VMC Operation Manual

4.0 Shipping and Handling

Lifting, shipping and positioning of machine tools requires specialized knowledge and should

only be attempted by experienced operators.

During transportation, the Machine body and coolant tank are stored separately. The shipping

and handling equipment used must be capable of lifting the gross weight of the Machine (See

Chart). Due to the construction of these Machines, the Machine must be lifted with a crane.

Only use the lifting frame supplied by XYZ Machine Tools. Please read the following section

carefully before handling the Machine.

4.1 Equipment

Make sure the lifting and handling equipment used is certified to a minimum of a load capacity

of 5 tons.

WARNING - Do not lift the Machine with lifting equipment that does not conform to

the load capacity. This can result in personal injury and damage to the Machine and

equipment.

Use only the specially designed lifting frame provided. Use of slings or other lifting frames are

prohibited as they may damage the Machine and result in personal injury. Ensure wire ropes

and shackles are certified for the Machine, refer to

Section 4.3.

Only use the specially designed lifting frame provided by XYZ Machine Tools to lift the Machine.

Use of any slings or other lifting frames are prohibited as they could result in serious personal

injury and also damage to the Machine and equipment. Make sure wire ropes and shackles are

certified for the Machine, refer to

Section 4.3.

4.2 Safety Precautions

1. When lifted, make sure the Machine is balanced before moving it.

2. Do not make sudden changes to the lifting and lowering speed as this can cause

instability. This could also result in serious personal injury and damage to the machinery

packaging.

3. Do not go under the lifted package.

4. Make sure no personnel are in the work area when lifting the package.

5. Make sure the lifting area is not blocked and all personnel are told to leave the lifting

area before proceeding.

6. Do not stop the lifting motion suddenly. Rapid changes in direction could unbalance the

load and cause a serious accident and personal injury.

7. Do not hold on to the sling frame or wire ropes.

8. To prevent accidents, only approved personnel are permitted to operate the lifting

equipment when handling this machinery package.