3.6
Preventative Maintenance Inspections
Regular preventative maintenance inspections (PMIs) should be carried out on the Eurover.
This helps ensure operator safety and extend the service life of the machine. The inspection
procedures and log sheets are provided in the following section.
Operators should immediately stop using the Eurover and request an inspection if any
abnormal operation or fault is observed.
In the United Kingdom, the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998
specifies that all workplace lifting equipment be sub
jected to ‘thorough inspection’ on
regular basis. These are sometimes known as LOLER checks. The following schedules and
logs may be used to demonstrate conformance with UK LOLER regulations.
3.6.1
Pre-inspection checklist
1.
Wear suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety boots, protective
eyewear, and height safety equipment when servicing elevated areas.
2.
Ensure that there are no ignition sources nearby.
3.
Lower the cradle to the ground and, if necessary, remove the Eurobin.
4.
Depress the EMERGENCY STOP button and disconnect the power lead.
3.6.2
Monthly inspection
The following inspection should be carried out every month, and the results recorded in the
log sheet on the following page.
Monthly Inspection Checklist
Category
No. Item
Check
General
1
Entire machine
Thoroughly clean the machine as per
Visually inspect for dented or broken parts.
Conduct a complete tipping cycle and check for
faults or abnormal behaviour.
Electrical
systems
2
Power lead
Check that the lead, insulation, power plug, and
socket are all in satisfactory condition.
Safety
systems
3
Controls
Check that controls operate correctly, and the cradle
stops instantly when the RAISE/LOWER button is
released, or the EMERGENCY STOP button depressed.
4
Safety Labels
All labels, guides etc are attached and legible.
Mechanical
systems
5
Motor and
gearbox
Open the motor cabinet and clean the motor,
gearbox and electronics with compressed air.
6
Lubrication
Spray the chain, mast block and tipping roller with
silicone lubricant.
7
Base unit castor
wheels (if fitted)
Check that the castor wheels are running smoothly
and the brakes working correctly.
