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This is a proprietary document of Kirloskar Brothers Limited, Kirloskarvadi-416308, Dist-Sangli (India)
ISSUE DATE: 17.09.2010 LAST REV. DATE:
2.5 Use safety equipments like hand gloves and safety shoes while operating DB pumps.
2.6 Transport handling and storage instructions:
2.6.1 Transport.
Pumps are dispatched in duly assembled condition. Lubricating oil in the bearing housing is drained
prior to dispatch of pump. Pumps are protected against corrosion and packed for transport by normal
road, rail and sea carriers.
2.6.2 Handling
Crushing hazard
When lifting the pump or pump set, use lifting equipment having a safe working load rating suitable
for the weight specified. Use suitable slings for lifting any pump not provided with lifting points.
The use of suitable forklift truck and four chain crane sling equipment is recommended but locally
approved equipment rating may be used.
Pump should be slung as shown.
Pump set must be lifted from the lifting holes provided using suitable four chain
lifting equipment.