Section 11 |
Cleaning - VRC
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6720 N. Teutonia Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53209
15709-0088 | Rev C | 2022-02-01 | e-mail [email protected]
Section 11 | 1
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Do not use any corrosive or flammable solvents or cleaning agents on the
machine that contain TRI, PER, TETRA, or FCHC. Read the instructions on
the packaging when use is made of chemical substances (cleaning agents).
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Electrical components should not make contact with water or other
liquids.
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Do not clean the VRC or any of its components with compressed air or
water under high pressure.
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Do not use abrasive steel pads, wire brushes, or scrapers when cleaning.
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Avoid parts made of rubber or plastic, such as cables and gaskets, from
making contact with oil, solvents, or other chemicals.
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Climbing, sitting, walking, or riding on equipment while the equipment is
in operation could result in death or serious injury.
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Close all gates before the carriage is moved. Never leave the VRC
unattended with the gates in the open position. Never close gates when a
person is on the carriage or within the fenced area.
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The most common reason for access to the area beneath the carriage is to
remove debris from the pit. This is best accomplished using a long handled
broom or rake to avoid entering the pit under the raised carriage deck.
Only qualified person following proper lockout/tagout procedures with the
carriage properly secured in a raised position are permitted to access the
pit or hoistway enclosure at the bottom level. Refer to Bulletin 15709‑0083
for additional information.
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Entanglement hazard! Secure long hair, wear snug‑fitting clothing, and
avoid wearing jewelry while using the VRC.
1. Remove all product from the VRC carriage.
2. Lockout the VRC in accordance with the facility
Lockout/Tagout program.
3. Remove spills and dirt by hand.
4. Refer to Bulletin 15709‑0083 for additional information on procedures
to access the area beneath the carriage to remove debris from beneath
the carriage.
5. Report any unsafe condition or damage to the personnel responsible for the
VRC and make sure that any damage is remedied before restarting the VRC.
Do not allow the VRC to operate when unsafe conditions arise.
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