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MilkyWay Handbook • Version 3 - 20140616 © Handicare AB
7: Weight testing procedure
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Weight testing ensures adequate attachment of ceiling lift system to the support structure and performance of
all operating parts. By utilizing weight equal to or greater than the maximum capacity of the lift motor, testing
replicates maximum stress to the system under normal operating conditions.
The certified installer is responsible for weight testing each system immediately after installation is completed.
Procedure:
All SystemRoMedic™ ceiling lift systems are required to be weight tested immediately after the completion
of installation. The use of ceiling lift system to lift and/or transfer of any person is strictly prohibited prior
to certification by weight testing.
1. The ceiling lift system must be completely installed prior to weight testing.
2. Ensure that all attachment anchors and support system attachment hardware has been tightened to
specified torque rating. Inspect all rail mounting hardware and traverse carriers for loose bolts.
3. The system is to be weight tested with a minimum of at least the rated lift motor maximum capacity.
(i.e. RiseAtlas max. cap. is 285 kg / 625 lbs - minimum weight utilized is 285 kg / 625 lbs)
4. The motor installed in the system is utilized to lift the weight.
5. The weight must be clearly identified. The use of a scale between lift motor strap and sling bar attachment
is strongly suggested.
6. The weight must be lifted so as not to come in contact with the floor at any point during the system test.
A minimum of 50 mm clearance is suggested.
7. For systems utilizing ceiling mounted supports, the weight must be placed directly beneath each support
for a minimum of 5 minutes to ensure all attachment anchorage is tested. For systems utilizing wall mounted
supports, the weight must be placed as close as possible to the attachment point. If an obstruction hinders
movement of the weight (i.e. toilet, etc.), the weight must be placed as close as possible to attachment point.
8. If an issue is discovered during the weight testing such as incorrect or loose attachments, the weight testing
is to cease, issue is to be corrected, and the system is to be completely retested.
9. The weight test form is to be signed by the inspector as a proof of completed inspection. The customer
representative who witnesses the inspection is requested to sign the weight test form as well as proof of
acceptance of the system.
By signing this form I acknowledge that I have read this form and I am fully aware of Handicare´s policy regarding
weight testing of ceiling lift systems.
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