Specifications
Mast section bundle unit handling instructions
1. Always apply the lifting fork from the mast section’s short end
in the mast section bundle unit, if possible.
2. If not, the bundle unit must be lifted with utmost care, on the
racks in the center of the mast section.
The rack’s machined surface must be turned away from the
lifting fork.
Take care not to damage the diagonal braces during
applying / removing the lifting forks.
Maximum allowed deformation less than < 3 mm ( 1/8 in. ).
(Ref. MS 2/08).
Mast section with damaged diagonal members must be
scrapped. Or maximum 1 piece, used in the top of the mast,
painted in a different color.
3. Only lift one (1) piece mast section bundle unit at the same time.
4. Use a hook arrangement and a lift sling to lift each individual
mast section into vertical position.
Take care not to damage the mast section’s guiding cones
and the tension pin, in the lower end of the mast section during
the lift.