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© Guldmann GB/US-1412/01/18 • # 30901020
© Guldmann GB/US-1412/01/18 • # 30901020
Testing and checks
The area around the lifting platform must meet all applicable requirements in
order to eliminate crush hazards.
The lifting platform is supplied fully assembled and factory tested. The plat-
form is tested at 1.1 x nominal capacity, and test loaded at 1.25 x nominal
capacity.
Storing the lifting platform when not in use
• The lifting platform must be stored upright and with the lift basket in the lower
position.
• The lifting platform must be disconnected from the power supply.
• If the lifting platform is dismantled and stored, it is important that the lifting
platform is stable so that it cannot tip over and cause injury or damage its
surroundings.
• The hydraulics system of the lifting platform contains oil that must be col-
lected and disposed of in accordance with applicable regulations. In the event
of an oil leak/spill, an appropriate clean-up must be performed. The lifting
platform contains electronic parts that must also be disposed of in accord-
ance with applicable regulations.
1 .03 Important/warnings
• Read the instructions carefully before using the product.
• The LP8 must be assembled by the Guldmann Service Team or by an
engineer approved by Guldmann.
• The accompanying safety bar must be used when the service engineer
moves around beneath the lifting platform.
• The safety gear shall only be released and reset by a competent person.
• The MAX. load of 350 kg must not be exceeded.
• The lifting platform and access ramp must be swept clean of gravel, fallen
leaves, snow etc. before use.
• The lifting platform is to be used to transport people only, and must be used
in accordance with the descriptions of this manual.
• All playing by and with the lifting platform is forbidden.
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The lifting platform must not be used during fire.
• A simple and usable “Emergency Procedure” must be described and agreed
between the user and the helper. This must ensure that the user does not
become trapped on the platform in the event of an electrical or a mechanical
failure. In this connection it should also be decided if a two-way voice com-
munication is necessary.
