stertil-KONI ST 1082-F/BAT, Installation, Operation And Service Manual

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PREFACE
Prior to the operation of your Stertil-Koni mobile lift make sure that you read the instructions thoroughly. These instructions
are found in this manual. Please note that your warranty can be voided if you do not read the manual and understand its
content
If you have any questions, concerning operation, safety or application of your mobile lift, please contact Stertil Koni USA at
the following toll-free number:
800 336 6637 or call 410 643 9001. The address for Stertil Koni USA Inc. is 200 Log
Canoe Circle, Stevensville, Maryland 21666.
An automotive lift operator shall have certain qualifications before he/she can safely operate a Stertil Koni mobile lift and
these include ability in written or oral communications as demonstrated by either a high school diploma or certificate of
equivalency, aptitude test or job experience. He/she must also have the ability to understand the mathematical, mechanical
and electrical principles of automotive lifts as demonstrated by one of, or a combination of aptitude test, training program,
technical vocational school or job experience.
The owner/employer of the Stertil Koni mobile lift must ensure that the operator of the mobile lift must be instructed and
trained in the safe use and operation of the lift using the manufacturer-provided instructions and warning labels and the
Automotive Lift Institute Publications, "Lifting It Right" and "Safety Tips".
The lift that has been delivered to you contains the operating instructions, general safety information, safety tips and
warning labels on the master control console. As an owner, or employer, it is requested that you display these materials in a
conspicuous location in the lift operating area.
The owner or employer shall appropriately document operator training by completing an operator training log which shall
be part of the management documentation.
The operator shall operate the automotive lift only after being properly instructed or trained in accordance with
manufacturer supplied instructions found in this manual.
The operator shall use all applicable safety features provided on the automotive lift and operate the lift in accordance with
the instructions provided by Stertil-Koni.
The lift operator or employer shall take all appropriate steps to follow the recommended inspection procedures of the lift
manufacturer but in no event shall the lift operator fail to inspect or take notice of the following features on a daily basis.
1. accessibility and readability of the operating procedures, safety tips and generic safety material
2. accessibility and readability of safety warning labels
3. readability of the rated load capacity of the lift
4. proper operation of the lift controls, restraints and locking devices
5. deformation or excessive wear of any of the lift structural components
6. deformation or excessive wear of other components such as hoses, electrical wires
7. evidence of hydraulic leaks
8. unusual noises
If any of the conditions described above are observed before, during or after operation of the lift, the operator shall stop
using the lift and report the condition to the supervisor, employer or owner. If any of the conditions listed above are
observed, then the lift shall not be used until the cause of the problem has been determined and the appropriate repairs made
by qualified Stertil Koni service authorized personnel. In order to ensure that the lift is not used until the repairs have been
effected, the lift shall be locked out or tagged in accordance with ANSI/Z244.1-1982.
The owner or employer shall establish a periodic preventive maintenance procedure in accordance with the
recommendations listed in this manual.
Stertil-Koni USA shall not be responsible for any actions not specifically called out for in this manual or in this notice.
Please note that there shall be no modifications or reconstruction made to the Stertil Koni mobile lift without the express
written permission of the manufacturer.
Please make sure that caution labels are not frayed and are on the lift. Please call the manufacturer if these caution labels
have been removed or through age are no longer on the lift.