2. Safety
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Rev.D 2013_03_en
2. Safety
2.1 Operators
The post lift may only be operated without supervi-
sion by persons who:
Are 18 years old and above.
Are familiar with the basic regulations on health
& safety and accident prevention.
Have been trained to handle and operate the
post lift.
Have proven their ability to do so to the compa-
ny.
Have been expressly appointed in writing to op-
erate the lift.
Have read and understood the operating manual.
2.2 Basic safety requirements
Only operate the post lift after a specialist has
certified in the inspection log that it has been cor-
rectly set up.
Always follow the operating instructions (labels
on the post lift).
If several people work on the post lift, a supervi-
sor must be appointed by the company.
The post lift may only be operated in technically
sound condition with regard to safety and with all
safety mechanisms in place.
The control box or control unit may only be
opened by a qualified electrician.
Safety inspections must be conducted regularly,
at least once annually.
If signs of a defect appear, immediately shut
down the post lift, inform a supervisor and contact
the customer service if necessary.
Keep the work area clean and free of oil, grease,
and contamination.
Before lifting/lowering, check that the acoustic
alarm (buzzer) works.
Before standing or working in the danger zone
underneath the main lift/rolling jack, lower it into
the lock position (latch bars) using the "Down
“
button.
There must be no obstacles in the path of the
main lift or the rolling jack.
Always monitor the load carefully when lifting
and lowering.
Always stop the vehicles safely, centered on the
runways. Secure the vehicle against rolling with
wheel chocks.
For lifts with rolling jacks:
Always lift the vehicle with the rolling jack on the
pick-up points approved by the vehicle manufac-
turer. Lift it for a short distance and check that the
pick-up points are secure. Only then can the ve-
hicle be moved to the required height.
Take steps against traffic in the area of the post
lift. Do not park other vehicles in the danger zone.
Do not load main lifts and rolling jacks beyond
the permitted capacity, comply with the permitted
axle loads and load distribution in accordance
with Chapter 2.3.
When disassembling or fitting heavy vehicle
parts, watch out for dangerous shifts in the weight
balance, in particular when the vehicle is sup-
ported by rolling jacks. Secure the vehicle be-
forehand.
Always fully lower, switch off and secure main
lifts and rolling jacks to prevent unauthorized use
after completion of work (turn main switch to
"
OFF“ and lock).
Follow the maintenance and service schedule,
record performance of maintenance and servicing
(
Chapter 9).
Installation, maintenance and servicing may only
be carried out by authorized specialists (mainte-
nance contractors) (
Chapter 9).
Only qualified electricians may work on the elec-
trics.
Only trained people with knowledge of hydrau-
lics/pneumatics may work on hydraulic or pneu-
matic equipment.
Appropriate personal protective equipment must
be worn when working in the area of the lift in ac-
cordance with the applicable health & safety and
accident prevention regulations. For example,
protective gloves, protective goggles, safety
shoes.
Only original spare parts from the manufacturer
may be used.
The lift must be inspected by a specialist after
repairing any supporting parts.
