Glass and Material Lift
GML 800+
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Operating Manual
GML 800+
Pre-operation Inspection
Noncompliance with the instructions and safety rules in this
operating manual may result in serious injury or accidents
including death!
Do not operate the lift unless:
The personnel have been trained on this type of unit
and are deemed competent. All operators should read
the operating manual carefully.
1.
Avoid hazardous situations.
Know and understand the safety regulations
before going on to the next section.
2.
Always perform a pre-operation inspection on
the lift.
3.
Inspect the working area thoroughly before
using the lift.
4.
Always perform the function test as per the
operating manual prior to use.
5.
Only use the lift as per the operating instructions.
Any deviations are not acceptable. In this case,
you must always contact the owner of the
equipment.
Fundamentals
The pre-operation inspection is a visual inspection which must
always be performed by the operator prior to each work
assignment.
This inspection is designed to identify and avoid possible
malfunctions of the lift before the operator tests it.
Check the lift for modifications, damages and loose or
missing parts.
A malfunctioning or modified lift must not be operated under
any circumstances.
If any damage or unauthorised deviation from factory delivered
condition is discovered, the lift must be removed from service
and appropriately tagged. Additionally, the owner of the
equipment must be informed.
Repairs to the lift may only be undertaken by a qualified service
technician in compliance with the manufacturers specifications.
The operator must perform a new pre-operation
inspection after any repairs are completed, before going on to
the function tests.
Read, understand and adhere to
:
a)
the manufacturers instructions and safety instructions.
b)
the operating manuals and safety instructions for the lift.
c)
the inscriptions, labels and warning signs on the lift.
d)
the safety instructions and work procedures on the job site.
e)
the relevant legislation in force for the equipment in use.
