Moving & Placing
Base Unit
The Model G0588/G0591 is a heavy machine with a shipping weight over 1400 lbs. Serious per- sonal injury may occur if safe moving methods are not followed. To be safe, get assistance and use power equipment when moving the crate and removing the machine from the crate.
Use lifting straps with a minimum of 1500 lbs. lifting capacity. If the lifting strap breaks, serious personal injury may occur.
To remove the saw base unit from the crate pallet:
1.Remove the top of the crate and position the forklift forks together and directly above the saw.
2.Place two lifting straps with hooks on the ends over the forks and slide the hooks into the points shown in Figure 9.
Figure 9. Lifting the saw base unit.
G0588/G0591 12" Sliding Table Saws
DO NOT lift the table saw any higher than necessary to clear the floor. Serious per- sonal injury and damage to the machine may occur if safe moving methods are not followed.
3.Lift the saw base unit and move it to your predetermined location.
Site Considerations
Floor Load
The G0588/G0591 weighs 1140 lbs. and has a base footprint of 79" W x 74" D. Most commercial floors are suitable for this machine. Residential floors may require additional reinforcement to support the machine and operator.
Working Clearances
Consider existing and anticipated needs, size of material to be processed through your machine, and space for auxiliary stands, work tables or other machinery when establishing a location for your saw. See Figure 10 for the minimum work- ing clearances of the Model G0588/G0591.