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4.0 Ladder System Maintenance and Inspection
4.1 Visual inspection after assembly
A complete visual inspection should be performed on the FPALS
equipment prior to operation. The following items should be checked;
and the results recorded on the “Maintenance and Inspection Log”
sheet found in the Operators Manual.
4.1 Labels
Check that all labels are clean and legible. Clean the labels if any are
dirty using a mild soap and a damp cloth. Replace if any are illegible.
4.2 Fasteners
Check that all ladder screws and other fasteners are tight. Tighten
ladder fasteners hand tight only. Base fasteners must be checked
using 15 ft. lbs (20.3 N.m) of torque. If any are loose, tighten to 20
ft. lbs (27.1 N.m).
Contact your local dealer or DBI-SALA for any replacement fasteners
that may be required
Check the components for cracks, dents, bends, or breaks.
Minor cosmetic damage in the component body will not affect the
function of the FPALS System. However, if there are major dents or
any other structural damage, the unit should not be used and should
be returned to the manufacturer for service.