Simpro Dumpmaster, User Manual

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7. Safety Inspections
It is recommended to conduct regular safety inspections of the Dumpmaster. This helps to
ensure operator safety and extend the service life of the machine.
The inspection schedule is divided into three parts: weekly, monthly and annual inspections.
The inspection procedures are described in the following pages, along with logs for
recording the results.
Simpro strongly recommends that safety inspections are carried out according to the
schedule described in this section.
Operators should immediately stop using the machine and request an inspection if any
fault or abnormal operation is observed.
7.1 Pre-inspection checklist
1. Wear suitable Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE), including safety
boots and protective eyewear.
2. Ensure there are no ignition sources
nearby.
3. Lower the cradle and remove bin.
4. Turn off the key switch and unplug
the charging lead.
5. Remove the powerpack cover.
6. Clean the powerpack and electric
circuitry with compressed air.
7. Always use height safety
equipment when servicing
elevated areas.
7.2 Weekly inspection
The following inspection should be carried out every week, and the results recorded in the
log on the following page.
Weekly Inspection Checklist
Category No. Item Check
General 1
Entire
machine Conduct a complete tipping cycle and check for any
faults or abnormal behaviour.
Safety
systems
2
Door interlock
actuator
Check that the actuator is securely attached to the
door with security screws, and enters the interlock freely
and smoothly, without force.
Check that the actuator locks the door while the
cradle is raised above 100mm.
Mechanical
systems
3 Inside masts
If the tipping motion appears to be jerky or inconsistent,
spray a small amount of silicone lubricant inside the
masts and on the roller pivot arm(s) to minimise friction.
4
Roller pivot
arm(s)