Instruction Manual

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Forklifting the Unit (6-25 and 30 ton)
6-25 and 30 ton units can be lifted using a
forklift. 9, 11-25 and 30 ton units must have
forks 72” in length or the forks must have
72” fork extensions. 6-8 and 10 ton units
must have forks at least 48” in length.
Standard units can be lifted from all sides
except the condenser side. Units with power
exhaust can be lifted from the controls side
or the access (right) side. Units with energy
recovery wheels or power return can only be
fork lifted from the access (right) side.
Forks must be perpendicular to the unit and
they must be in far enough that the back of
the forks are no more than 6” away from the
edge of the unit.
Figure 9 - Forklifting an RN Series A, B and C Cabinet, 6-25 and 30 tons
Lifting the Unit
If cables or chains are used to hoist the unit
they must be the same length. Minimum
cable length is 99” for 6-25 and 30 ton units
and 180” for 26 and 31-50, 60 and 70 ton
units. Spreader bars are required for 55, 65
and 75-140 ton units. Care should be taken
to prevent damage to the cabinet, coils, and
condenser fans.
It is recommended to lift the unit with the
outside air hood in the downward shipping
position. However, the unit may be lifted
Incorrect lifting can cause damage to
the unit.
CAUTION
Forks
FORKLIFTING
9, 11-25 AND 30 TON UNITS
Forks or Fork Extensions must be 72”
in length.
CAUTION
FORKLIFTING
6-8 AND 10 TON UNITS
Forks or Fork Extensions must be at
least 48” in length.
CAUTION