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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

 

1.   Visually inspect the Pecolift for any signs of damage to handrails, platform tray,  
   chassis and mast lifting structure including mast fixing bolts.
2.   Check castor and wheels rotate freely and are undamaged.
3.   Check castor (

pic 1

) and wheel fixings (

pic 2

) are secure.

4.   Check that the front rubber chassis feet (pads) are undamaged 
   and fixings are secure (

pic 3

).

5.   Check spirit level (

pic 4

) is intact and bubble is centred to ensure machine is level.

6.   Check gates, gate hinges, hinge springs and hinge fixings are undamaged and  
   that gates open and close correctly (

pic 5

).

7.   Step into basket; check machine sinks down to rest on front 
   rubber pads (feet) (

pic 3a

).

8.   When standing in the basket: check ‘fly-wheel’ operating handle works correctly.  
   Hold handle firmly and pull operating knob towards you, release, knob should   
   spring back to lock wheel. Repeat but turn handle once clockwise with 
   knob held pulled towards you. Wheel should turn freely. Turn once 
   anti-clockwise to come down (

pic 6

).

9.   Check emergency lowering tool is attached on the chassis.

NORMAL OPERATION

Only use the Pecolift internally,  on hard level surfaces.  Ensure a person 
is available at ground level to assist in case of emergency.

1.  Position machine under application.
2.  Check spirit level to ensure machine is level.
3.  Step into platform through gates, ensure gates close behind you 
   and check machine is sitting on its rubber pads (feet);
  

DO NOT ELEVATE IF NOT.

4.  Check there are no overhead obstructions.
5.  To elevate: pull operating knob towards you and turn clockwise. 
   To stop, stop turning the handle and release handle knob to lock.
6.   To descend repeat but turn handle anti-clockwise.

OPERATING PROCEDURES

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The user shall obtain the guidance and approval of the 
manufacturer in the event of any special working methods or 
conditions outside those specified by the manufacturer.

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Summary of Contents for pecolift

Page 1: ...Operating and Maintenance Manual by...

Page 2: ...faces and as it has no batteries electric motor electrics or hydraulics it is very ecologically friendly It is ideally suited to working in a very wide range of applications from the very clean enviro...

Page 3: ...1 person tools Maximum manual force 200 N Maximum gradient for operation 0 degrees Maximum wind force Internal use only 0 zero mph Maximum wheel force 125 kg Maximum castor point load 125 kg 123kN Sou...

Page 4: ...h fixed or moving objects 10 Ensure that the safe working load is evenly distributed on the platform 11 Ensure the machine is being operated within the PUWER Provision and Use of Workplace Equipment R...

Page 5: ...PRIMARY COMPONENTS PRIMARY COMPONENT LOCATIONS 5 Flywheel Spirit Level Swivel Castor Auto Lok Braked Wheel Emergency Lowering Tool Tool Tray Rubber Foot Pad Gates Platform Tray Flywheel Handle...

Page 6: ...h a safety harness point If the operator chooses to wear a safety harness an approved fall restraint type harness should be worn with a very short lanyard Operating procedures are divided into three k...

Page 7: ...ack to lock wheel Repeat but turn handle once clockwise with knob held pulled towards you Wheel should turn freely Turn once anti clockwise to come down pic 6 9 Check emergency lowering tool is attach...

Page 8: ...ket 1 Locate emergency lowering tool on chassis pic 2 remove from fixing 2 Stand to side of machine attach hook end of emergency lowering tool to fly wheel handle knob in basket releasing handle knob...

Page 9: ...castor mounting allows machine to sink onto its rubber pads feet when stepping on front of platform Check machine springs back up again when weight is removed from platform and machine is pushed forwa...

Page 10: ...sed pliers and pulling outward and then releasing Ensure plunger springs back freely Refit cover and screw Paint seal screw when refitted 5 Inspect condition of automatic wheel lock Look under brush s...

Page 11: ...lowing precautions should be taken ensure the machine is fully lowered and ideally place a cover over the machine Upon removal from storage and prior to returning to use ensure machine pre operation c...

Page 12: ...M 403 F Mudguard PEL M 404 G Tool Box PEL M 405 H Peco lift Decal Set 1 PEL M 600 I Peco lift Decal Set 2 PEL M 601 J Peco lift Decal Set 3 PEL M 602 K Chassis Cover PEL M 406 L Emergency Lowering To...

Page 13: ...gents for repair or assessment against a warranty claim on any Pecolift or component Materials and or labour costs to renew repair or replace components due to fair wear and tear Faults arising from t...

Page 14: ...TEST RESULTS NOTES Description Work Carried out Date ALTERATIONS REPAIRS Description Work Carried out Date...

Page 15: ...PECO OP UK 01 13 www powertowers com 100 British designed and manufactured...

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