18 Operating Instructions: DTP08(-Ex)
Section VI - Decommissioning the Unit
If the unit is to be out of service for more than a month, e.g. for commercial reasons, it must
be stored in a frost-free and dry room. All necessary measures must be taken before, during
and after decommissioning as described hereafter. Decommissioning and recommissioning
must only be performed by a suitably competent individual as decided by the company the
equipment is intended for use with.
NOTE:
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, see ‘
Section I
–
Correct
Use and Application’ for more information.
Prior to Decommissioning
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Thoroughly clean the unit.
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Test the brakes (if applicable).
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Check the hydraulic oil and replenish if necessary (if applicable).
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Fully charge then disconnect the battery. Charge the battery every 2 months to
protect from long term “non
-
use” damage (if applicable).
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Apply a thin layer of oil or grease to any non-painted mechanical components.
Final Decommissioning and Disposal
Final decommissioning or disposal of the unit must be performed in accordance with the
regulations of the country of use. In particular, regulations governing the disposal of
batteries, fuels and electronic and electrical systems must be observed. The unit must only be
disassembled by trained personnel.
Recommissioning
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Reconnect the battery, first ensuring that the battery undamaged (if applicable).
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Follow the annual servicing check list located in ‘Maintenance Checklist’.
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Follow the pre-
start checklist located in ‘Pre
-
start Inspections’.
Safety Tests to be Performed at Intervals and After Unusual Incidents.
Perform a safety check in accordance with national regulations. The unit must be inspected
at least annually or after any unusual event by a qualified inspector. The inspector shall
assess the condition of the unit from purely a safety viewpoint, without regard to operational
or economic circumstances.
For further help contact STS:
Technical
Support Line: +44 (0) 1736 851050
In the interest of all concerned it is essential that equipment of our manufacture is
used only for the purposes for which it has been designed and it must be used in
accordance with the instructions which are supplied.
