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9 Safety
check
Before putting into service initially or when putting back into service, it must be checked whether:
All fastening screws (if existent), socket pins, flap socket and safety devices are tightened and secured.
The wire ropes are winded up correctly, are lubricated and are in good condition.
10 Functional
test
The functional test must be effected with the load capacity mentioned on the type plate.
Check the brake when lifting/lowering - it must hold the load safely.
Check the condition of the wire rope and the supporting structures.
Check screw connections.
11 Maintenance
11.1 General
All monitoring, servicing and maintenance operations are to ensure correct functioning of the equipment;
they must be effected with utmost care.
Only “qualified persons” may do this work.
Servicing and maintenance work must only be done when the hoist is not loaded.
Records must be kept of all test results and measures taken.
11.2 Monitoring
The monitoring and servicing intervals stated are valid for operation under normal conditions and single-shift
operation. In case of severe operating conditions (e.g. frequent operation with full load) or special
environmental conditions (e.g., heat, dust, etc.), the intervals must be shortened correspondingly
12 Inspection
12.1 Periodic
checks
Independently from the regulations of the individual countries, lifting devices must be checked at least yearly
by a qualified person or licensed qualified person regarding its functional safety.
12.2 Wire
rope
Adequate performance of the servicing and monitoring work acc. to the validated, national regulations
“Basics for cable drives – monitoring during use”.
A visual check must be effected before every new work shift.
Wear
Deformation
Fissures
Corrosion
Report any damage immediately to the responsible person and exchange damaged or worn wire ropes and
load tackles.
