Dinolift DINO 210XTB II, Operating Instructions Manual

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7.1. INSPECTIONS REQUIRED BY AUTHORITIES
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WARNING
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NOTICE
Always check the local, state or federal regulations about aerial platform inspections
and inspector qualifications from local authorities.
Inspections must be performed in accordance with local, state or federal regulations,
legislation, directives, standards.
The manufacturer recommends following inspections, as
required by local authorities in platforms country of origin.
A pre-use inspection must be done before taking the platform to use for the first time and
before first start-up after major repairs and alterations.
A thorough inspection and a test loading of the lift must be carried out at least once every
twelve (12) months.
The platform should undergo a major inspection within ten (10) years after having
been originally put into service. A major inspection includes non-destructive testing and
inspection while dis-assembled.
A special inspection should be done if the platform has been exposed to exceptional
circumstances which may have affected the structural integrity of critical components.
The inspections should be carried out on regular basis throughout the service life of the lift.
If the lift is used under extreme conditions, intervals between the inspections shall be
reduced.
The overall operating condition of the lift as well as the condition of the safety-related control
devices shall be established in the regular inspections. Particular attention shall be paid to
changes which affect the operational safety.
During inspections the notifications given in previous inspections, practical experience
from use and information on performed repairs should be taken into account and can be
implemented for better safety.
Major and special inspections shall be carried out by a competent person or competent
body, who is familiar with the operation and structure of the lift. The competent person sould
periodically update their knowledge and be able to demonstrate their competency if so
required.
A report should be made of the inspections and the reports should be kept with the unit
stored in the space reserved for it.