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36 Appropriately rated lifting slings
Section 2: Mechanical installation Daniel 3814 Liquid Ultrasonic Meter Installation Manual
March 2015 3-9000-760 Rev E
2.3.2 Appropriately rated lifting slings
The following instructions are intended to provide general guidelines for proper lifting slings of
the Daniel 3814 Ultrasonic meter by itself. These instructions are intended to be followed in
addition to your company's standards or the DOE-STD-1090-2004 Hoisting and Rigging
standard if such company standards do not exist.
Safety precautions using appropriate rated lifting slings
1. Meters must only be lifted by personnel properly trained in the safe practices of rigging
and lifting.
2. NEVER attempt to lift the meter by wrapping slings around the electronics enclosure.
3. NEVER attempt to lift the meter using only one sling around the meter. Always use two
slings wrapped around each end of the body as shown below. A choker style sling is
recommended.
Figure 2-10 Correct sling attachment
4. Visually inspect the slings prior to use for any signs of abrasion or other damage. Refer
to the sling manufacturer's procedures for proper inspection of the particular sling you
are using.
5. Only use slings with ratings that exceed the weight to be lifted. Reference your
company's standards for safety factors that must be included when calculating the load
rating.