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False Car User Manual
Version 10.20
THE SAFE USE OF A FALSE CAR
Respect these rules at all times
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No unauthorized or untrained personnel to operate the False Car
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Never overload the False Car. The maximum carrying capacity
(SWL) must be adhered to
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The False Car is a mobile working platform and NOT a means of
transport for personnel or materials
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The Safety Gear must be released to move in the downwards
direction
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Winch must be driven upwards 50mm to release brake arm.
(False Car only)
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The Safety Gear must be fully engaged when the False Car is not
ascending or descending
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Do not drive False Car out of rails above guide wheels.
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Never disconnect the rope climber hoist from the False Car for
lifting other materials
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Carry out daily inspections on the False Car, its suspension and
Safety devices! (refer to False Car Daily Checklist located within
document holder)
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Report irregularities to your charge hand or supervisor without
delay
SKYLOCK
Instructions to release
Never attempt to reset SKYLOCK when under load
DRIVE WINCH UPWARDS 50mm
RESET HANDLE
–
MANUAL TRIP LEVER -
Pull handle clockwise
Push LEVER anti-clockwise
to reset
to trip SKYLOCK manually